In this special and final edition of "Car Tunes," host Paul Brandt takes listeners on a nostalgic journey, revisiting the most memorable moments and the incredible artists from Alberta's rich musical landscape featured throughout the series. This episode serves as a grand finale, highlighting the extraordinary careers of Alberta's finest musicians and their timeless songs that many have enjoyed singing along to in their cars. Paul starts the episode by looking back at Episode One, which centered...
Mar 19, 2024•18 min•Ep. 93
Join us in the fifth episode of "Car Tunes," where host Paul Brandt takes us through the inspiring musical journey of Leslie Feist , known mononymously as Feist. This episode celebrates her evolution from Calgary's punk scene to becoming a Grammy-nominated icon in the global indie-pop arena. Paul kicks off the episode by reflecting on Feist's early days, where at just 15, she founded and led vocals for the punk band Placebo in Calgary. This segment includes a brief clip of Feist’s early music wi...
Mar 12, 2024•12 min•Ep. 92
In Episode Four of "Car Tunes," host Paul Brandt celebrates the lives and music of two of Alberta's most iconic artists - Jann Arden and k.d. lang , the "Prairie Powerhouses." This episode is a tribute to their groundbreaking contributions to the Canadian music scene and their profound impact on fans worldwide. The episode opens with a focus on Jann Arden, the Calgary-born artist known for her emotive lyricism and soul-stirring melodies. Paul delves into Jann's journey, marked by perseverance an...
Mar 07, 2024•18 min•Ep. 91
In this heartfelt episode of "Car Tunes," host Paul Brandt pays tribute to the legendary Ian Tyson, a cornerstone of Canada's music scene and a true embodiment of the Western spirit. Episode Three, titled " Ian Tyson - Canada’s Cowboy," takes listeners on a journey through the life and legacy of this iconic artist. Paul Brandt delves into Tyson's early years, where his profound connection to the Canadian West began. The episode features clips of Tyson’s early music, highlighting his initial fora...
Mar 05, 2024•13 min•Ep. 90
Join host Paul Brandt on this episode of "Car Tunes," where he sits down with the legendary Alberta-born country artist, Terri Clark . In "A Cowgirl's Diary - Terri Clark's Alberta Roots," we dive deep into Terri's inspiring journey from the small town of Medicine Hat, Alberta, to the bright lights of Nashville. The episode kicks off with a look at Terri's early life, surrounded by a family steeped in country music, shaping her aspirations and unique sound. Terri shares personal stories about he...
Feb 29, 2024•20 min•Ep. 89
Welcome to a preview of "Car Tunes," a celebration of the songs and artists we love to listen to in the car. hosted by Canadian Country Music Icon Paul Brandt and powered by Cam Clark Ford . This series is your backstage pass to the vibrant music scene of Alberta. We'll explore the careers of Terri Clark, Legend Ian Tyson, KD Lang, Jan Arden and Grammy-nominated indie artist Leslie Feist. Our journey begins with Paul Brandt, the most awarded male Canadian country artist in history. From his brea...
Feb 26, 2024•15 min•Ep. 88
In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we take a hard look at the evolving nature of philanthropy and the changing role of foundations in Canada, both public and private, and how they collectively manage over $120 billion in assets. Recent research shows that many Canadians – including those within the sector itself – do not really understand how charitable foundations work, how many billions in assets they are sitting on, and how decisions are made as to who does – and doesn’t – get fundin...
Nov 14, 2023•58 min•Ep. 87
Produced for Pattison Media. Cannabis tourism is more than just coffee shops in Amsterdam. It’s an emerging world of experiences, retreats, adventures, and pot-friendly accommodations… but how to find them? We talk to Elizabeth Becker of HiBnB about how she’s helping cannabis consumers navigate this new world. Then we go to Thailand, where cannabis has gone from a 5-year prison sentence to a big tourist draw in under a year. Interview: Elizabeth Becker , CEO and founder of HiBnB About the show P...
Nov 07, 2023•22 min•Ep. 85
Produced for The National Blood Clot Alliance: Taking a Breath: A Stop the Clot Podcast is a show committed to shining a light on the dangers of blood clots and breathing life into The National Blood Clot Alliance’s mission of pushing these preventable killers to the forefront of public discourse. We will hear the stories of notable blood clot survivors like Olympic medalists Katie Hoff Anderson & Tatyana McFadden , among others, as well as the expertise of medical professionals to provide c...
Oct 31, 2023•26 min•Ep. 86
Produced for California Closets. On today’s episode of Ideas of Order, we’re joined by Creative, Musician and one of Los Angeles’ most sought after Designers, Brigette Romanek to discuss the importance of being present, curiosity as a grounding tool in resonant emotional longevity and how music impacts and influences creative processes from day to day. Join Jeremiah and Brigette as they share stories of reiterative presentness and how to sway to the natural flow of your creative rhythm. About th...
Oct 30, 2023•29 min•Ep. 84
Produced for Sylvan Learning, Learning to Learn is a toolbox podcast for navigating the learning experience. In this episode, we dive into several of the various learning styles and processes of communication that reflect our unique identities and personal lived experiences. An Everything Podcasts production. Thanks to Sylvan Learning for supporting this episode. Sylvan understands that learning doesn’t happen because you open a textbook. Learning is what happens when a mind connects. It’s that ...
Oct 26, 2023•32 min•Ep. 83
Choosing Wellness is produced for Pattison Media. In this episode, we talk to Cassie Butcher about how self-care is not SELF-ish, the health of your skin with dermatologist, Dr. Jason Rivers and about how much water is enough, we talk about the meaning of L.I.F.E. in Life Unlimited with Stephanie Staples . Listen to Donna Brittingham on Being Real – her cosmetics are changing lives and learn the healing power of sound with May Globus . About the series The "Choosing Wellness" podcast series is p...
Sep 05, 2023•48 min•Ep. 82
The Canadian Potcast is produced for Pattison Media. In this episode: In the USA cannabis is classified as medically useless, and as dangerous as heroin since 1971, on the federal level at least. Cannabis was first banned in the U.S. in 1937. In this episode of Potcast, we tell the story of Harry J Anslinger, the man whose political ambition and racism led to that ban. Also, while cannabis remains illegal at the federal level, businesses that operate in legal states have to jump through all kind...
Aug 29, 2023•29 min•Ep. 81
Produced for California Closets, on this episode of Ideas of Order, we’re joined by Designer, Curateur Founder and Aesthetic Powerhouse Rachel Zoe to discuss the inspiring effects of physical beauty, career longevity in being true to personal aesthetic and the power of formal introductions in the saplings of new love. Join Jeremiah and Rachel as they reminisce on their years of mutual admiration and friendship and gab about the beauty of intentional design. About the series: Designed by Californ...
Jul 11, 2023•25 min•Ep. 79
Produced for Pattison Media, Amplify Canada celebrates and elevates Canadian small businesses. On this episode, more than half of Canadian households (60%) own at least one dog or cat. They are part of our family. In this episode, we explore the true extended family - our pets. We'll meet Melanie Glen, owner of A Better Chance Animal Rescue in Pincher Creek, Alberta, her motto is rescuing one animal at a time, for 30 years she has been making a difference. We'll explore a one-of-a-kind cat café ...
Jun 21, 2023•53 min•Ep. 80
On this episode of Ideas of Order, we’re joined by Design and Style Expert on Netflix’s Queer Eye and Next in Fashion, Tan France to discuss the power of representation through visibility, the significance of intentional daily self-love and the magic of writing your life’s story page by page. Join Jeremiah and Tan through illustrious and conscious dialogue about the spaces of the past and the spaces they hope to inhabit in the future. About the series Designed by California Closets , in this ser...
May 02, 2023•32 min•Ep. 78
In this episode, Exploring the Mysteries of Outer Space with Dr. Samantha Lawler, we’ll travel to the stars with Dr. Samantha Lawler, a leading astronomer at the University of Regina, and hear how she is protecting the night sky from satellite light pollution. We’ll delve into her fascinating work discovering Kuiper Belt Objects, potential new planets, and answers to questions about our very existence. We’ll also hear how her advocacy for a clear night sky is resonating around the world. About D...
Apr 19, 2023•18 min•Ep. 76
Produced for the University of Regina. In this episode, Breaking the Silence on PTSD: Supporting the Mental Health of First Responders with Dr. Nick Carleton, we’ll explore the innovative ways that Dr. Nick Carleton is helping first responders overcome mental health issues such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. We’ll hear how Nick and his team are helping break the stigma around talking about mental health in jobs where witnessing trauma is a daily occurrence. We’ll also learn about Nick’s role...
Apr 17, 2023•23 min•Ep. 75
Produced for Pattison Media. In the debut episode of Choosing Wellness, we’ll tell you about the sunshine vitamin, you’ll learn about personal biology and food from Mark Metry , a mom’s struggle juggling life, the healing power of yoga therapy with Lisa Dumas and we’ll help you get rid of the “grumps” with Stephanie Staples . Then take a moment at the end to relax with our meditation moment, featuring Amir El Sobky. About the series Choosing Wellness is an initiative powered by Pattison Media de...
Apr 13, 2023•45 min•Ep. 77
Produced for the University of Regina. In this episode, Decolonizing the Academy, Scholar, and Activist Lori Campbell will talk to us about Healing the Wounds of Colonization and Transforming Indigenous Engagement at the University. We’ll hear how Indigenous researcher and activist Lori Campbell is leading efforts to transform our university's engagement with Indigenous communities at all levels. We'll also hear Lori's deeply moving account of her search for her biological family, which was sepa...
Apr 12, 2023•24 min•Ep. 74
Produced for the University of Regina. In this episode, Cannabis and Concussions in the NFL, we'll explore how Dr. Patrick Neary and his team at the University of Regina are exploring the potential of cannabinoids as a promising new treatment for head trauma after receiving a $600,000 grant from the NFL. We’ll delve into Patrick’s background as a leading physiologist and his unwavering passion for improving the lives of athletes affected by concussions. Dr. Patrick Neary Dr. Patrick Neary has 27...
Apr 11, 2023•23 min•Ep. 73
Produced for California Closets, welcome to Ideas of Order. On today’s episode of Ideas of Order, we’re joined by New York Times bestselling Author, Design Expert and Television Superstar Nate Berkus to discuss the immeasurable joys of fatherhood, the meaning of home in the spaces that shape us into the people we hope to become and how to capture the fleeting moments of life's most treasured seconds. Join Jeremiah as he and his husband reminisce and share vulnerable insights into the lives of th...
Apr 06, 2023•31 min•Ep. 72
On our adventures- By Car, we get behind the wheel and embark on an odyssey through Central and Northern British Columbia, home to moose, grizzly and black bears, natural hot springs, ancient totems, legendary fishing, glaciers, the Northern Lights, First Nations culture and Fur Trade history. On this “Detour", we explore some hidden gems off the main road, scenic wonders and adventures We could never experience without taking…a detour. On this detour, we travel to Quesnel. 10 minutes west of th...
Mar 30, 2023•5 min•Ep. 71
In 2000, the Ontario Court of Appeal struck down all cannabis laws in Canada because of one man and his lawyer. Terry Parker has serious epilepsy and the only thing he claimed would stop his life-threatening seizures was cannabis. In this episode of The Canadian Potcast , we speak to his lawyer, Aaron Harnett, about how he took the case through the courts and proved that outright cannabis prohibition violated Terry’s Charter rights. Plus, we speak to Dr. Stephanie Lunn, director of medical affai...
Mar 23, 2023•29 min•Ep. 70
Produced for CharityVillage, a career resource to over 170,000 charitable and nonprofit organizations across Canada. In this episode, one year after we first covered the issue of workplace mental health on CharityVillage Connects, we are back with a wellness checkup on the sector. How are nonprofits faring today, what’s changed since last year, and, perhaps most importantly, what practical steps can sector leaders implement right now to better support the mental health and well-being of their st...
Mar 07, 2023•52 min•Ep. 69
Produced for Coldwater Communications, Deep Dive: AI in PR: Constructive or Disruptive? Artificial Intelligence is changing the game for everyone. From virtual assistants to targeted advertising to programming that creates realistic faces in seconds, AI impacts our world every day. But as this technology expands its scope and improves efficiency, is it also threatening our livelihoods? Go inside the matrix with Liv Hung, a Strategic PR Consultant for Coldwater Communications, and Coldwater’s Fou...
Mar 02, 2023•19 min•Ep. 68
Produced for Pattison Media, Amplify Canada: Companies that turned their mission into a movement . Do you ever wonder what your purpose is, do you think – am I doing enough? What really matters to me? Now think for a moment about the businesses you shop at or the brands you support. A ground-breaking global study has found consumers are four to six times more likely to support businesses with a strong purpose. One key way for companies to show they have a purpose is by giving back. This country ...
Feb 28, 2023•47 min•Ep. 67
The Canadian Potcast is produced for Pattison Media. In this episode, cannabis used to be the second most-grown plant in Japan, after rice. Today most Japanese people don’t know that the plant is a key part of Shinto rituals. We tell the secret history of how the USA led Japan to have some of the strictest weed laws on earth, with the help of Japanese activist Naoko Miki. Plus, if cannabis is illegal but sacred in Japan. in Canada, it’s legal and big business. Our producer Karen Habashi goes to ...
Feb 22, 2023•26 min•Ep. 66
Produced for the University of Manitoba. President Michael Benarroch in conversation with Executive Director of the University of Manitoba’s Institute for Global Public Health, Dr. James Blanchard. Together they’ll discuss how the University of Manitoba can be at the center of engaging the academic sector in global public health and how Canada can become a world leader in this field. About the guest: Dr. Blanchard is an epidemiologist and public health specialist focusing on global health. His r...
Feb 15, 2023•33 min•Ep. 65
Potcast is the preeminent source for information about and for the cannabis industry. Every episode will analyze the business of cannabis with interviews and news from inside the industry. This show is the tool you'll need to educate yourself about cannabis and cannabis regulations. When cannabis was made illegal in Canada most Canadians had barely heard of it, let alone tried it. The legislation was made off the back of a wave of anti-Asian racism… So how did a race riot in Vancouver lead to th...
Feb 08, 2023•28 min•Ep. 64