Join oddball Canadian composer Friendly Rich, as he interviews some of the finest outsiders in music today.
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The Todd Durkin IMPACT Show is a podcast designed to motivate and inspire you to live a life full of passion, purpose, and IMPACT. It’s guaranteed to GET YOUR MIND RIGHT. The IMPACT Show is for anyone who seeks high-performance in business, sport, leadership, or life. This podcast serves the athletes, entrepreneurs, fitness enthusiasts, weekend warriors, and fire-breathing dragons who are committed to tapping into their full potential and reaching peak performance. Todd will deliver high-val ...
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This week on Industry Tactics, we dive into the prolific career of none other than JG Thirlwell. From his early days as Foetus, to Xordox, composing for film, television (Archer, Venture Brothers, etc...) and much more, this episode is rich with wisdom for any aspiring creative. Enjoy!By Friendly Rich
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Avoid a Heart Attack by Doing THIS | Ep. 425 with Preventative Cardiologist Dr. Milind Parikh
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1:16:29My heart is literally on fire today…and not because of a workout —but because we’re going deep on HEART HEALTH with one of the top preventative cardiologists in the country, Dr. Milind Parikh. This is personal for me. My dad died of a heart attack at 58. I’ve got the genetics. I’ve also got the drive to outlive it. And now, I’ve got the data AND tr…
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When Life Falls Apart: How to Rebuild & Rise Again with Purpose & Power with Justin Prince | Ep. 424
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1:26:03This episode right here is going to fire you up, crack your heart wide open, and give you the fuel you need to keep chasing your God-sized dreams. Today, I’m joined by a brother, a warrior, a Kingdom-driven entrepreneur, and a man who is absolutely living a life worth telling a story about—Justin Prince. Justin has built five (5) multimillion-dolla…
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EP. 195 - MARSELLA DUNCAN [special edition]
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50:01Friendly Rich MARSELLA and Christine DUNCAN are set to release a new LP of original duet songs titled "BRIGHT". In this special episode of Industry Tactics, Friendly Rich interviews Christine Duncan and producer Kevin Breit on their journey in making this unique recording. BRIGHT features the Upper York Mandolin Orchestra, and it releases internati…
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What is the Future of the Fitness Industry? Featuring My Friends at NASM | Ep. 423
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54:18Greetings and welcome back to another great episode of The Todd Durkin IMPACT Show—and today, I’ve got something REALLY special for you. I recently wrapped up two incredible days at the NASM HQ (that’s the National Academy of Sports Medicine) in Gilbert, Arizona. Not only did I deliver TWO (2) keynotes to their team of 100+ passionate fitness profe…
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An incredible chat with bassist and all around super human, Arif Mirabdolbaghi. From Whitby to Tehran, we get into it. We unpack Arif's path, playing in Protest the Hero and other bands in Canada, through to his journey to Iran and his incredible musical output since.By Friendly Rich
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A Tribute to Momma Durkin—My Top 10 Memories of Mary “Muffy” Durkin | Ep. 422
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27:10Today’s episode is one of the most special and sacred I’ve ever recorded. My dear mom, Mary “Muffy” Durkin—aka Momma Durkin—passed away on April 5th, 2025, at the age of 91. And while I knew this day would come, nothing quite prepares your heart for the final goodbye. Today, I wanted to share with you my heart, along with some never-heard stories b…
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Parenting, Toughness, and 1-Thing I would do differently if I could do it all over again| Ep. 421 with Laura Hunter & Jennifer Walker
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49:07Buckle-up for this one. You got a 2-parter. First, I’m coming out of the gate Spittin’ Fire on TOUGHNESS. Yep. I go off on a little rant about toughness today and why our society needs a bit more tenacity & toughness. Can you feel me on this? #Buckle-up. LMK what you think after you listen in. Speaking of toughness, then we are talking parenting. Y…
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A breath of fresh air! This interview with the great pianist, composer and bandleader, Diane Roblin really showcases the many lanes she occupies in music. We unpack her new album "A Breath of Fresh Air", talk about her multiple collaborations, and what keeps her inspired to keep creating. What a heartfelt, fluid interview with Diane Roblin.…
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Dominate Q2 with this 1 Exercise, Plus Special Guest Dr. Emily Splichal | Ep. 420
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1:17:06Who’s ready to dominate Q2 of 2025? Not only is it mindset, but it’s being equipped and ready to go so we can win this quarter. In addition to Spittin’ Fire and providing you with some tools and pivotal “exercises” for maximizing your success and dreams, I also have Dr. Emily Splichal on today’s IMPACT SHOW. Dr. Splichal is a functional podiatrist,…
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What a treat to get speak with the great indie sensation, Julian Mayorga. From his studio in Madrid, this interview unpacks his amazing career, and his latest gem of an album CHAK CHAK CHAK CHAK. We discuss cowardice, composition, aging parents, poets, rats eating rich people's bones and much, much more!…
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BOOK LAUNCH! COACHING GREATNESS--An Interview of Todd Durkin with Publisher, Kelli Watson
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42:09🔥 Let’s GO!! This episode is a special one because I’m stepping into the hot seat to talk about something very near and dear to my heart—my brand-new book, COACHING GREATNESS! This isn’t just another book... this is my coaching manifesto—a no-nonsense blueprint for leaders, coaches, and impact-makers who are ready to take their game to the next lev…
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COACHING GREATNESS—My Coaching Manifesto | Ep. 418
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36:48Who’s ready to get pumped-up today? Who’s ready to laugh, get fired-up, maybe even shed a tear or two, and ultimately get better TODAY? You are in the right place! I am pleased to announce my 6th book, COACHING GREATNESS, is being published this week and I couldn’t be more excited for you to read it. This book is for coaches (of all levels), traine…
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Join us for a joyous ride through the life and career of cellist and songwriter, Helen Gillet from her home in New Orleans. We get into the art of looping, anti-fascist musical works, long time collaborations and much more. Helen is a DIY workhorse with 14 albums under her belt. Buckle up, we're driving stick shift with one of the greats for over a…
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What Mark Will You Make in this World & What is Fear Going to Propel You Into | Ep. 417
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35:36Get ready for pure motivation and inspiration today as I’m spittin’ fire about making a special mark in this world and overcoming any adversity that might be standing in your way or holding you back from achieving your ultimately destiny. Afterall, if you want to grow, evolve, and step into your next level, you’ve GOT to make a move. This includes …
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Revolutionizing Water, Health, Leadership, and Growing a Mission-Driven Business | Ep. 416 with Rich Razgaitis
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1:25:16Get ready for an inspiring and eye-opening conversation with Rich "Raz" Razgaitis, the founder and CEO of FloWater—a company on a mission to revolutionize how we hydrate while eliminating plastic waste. Raz is a passionate entrepreneur and leader who has helped save over 1 billion plastic bottles while reimagining what clean drinking water should b…
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Who’s on your Pit-Crew, 13-Leadership Points, & Getting MOMENTUM in Life | Ep. 415
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49:54Who’s ready to get better today? If so, you’ve come to the rightplace. Today’s IMPACT SHOW is full of fire as Todd goes deep on how to not only get more momentum in your business, career, and life…but how to amplify it as well. This includes speaking specifically about your “pit-crew” and how to best lead your team & self to operate at your highest…
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Hacks on Nutrition, Intermittent Fasting, Gut Health, Healing… And Then Some with Nutrition Expert, Cynthia Thurlow | Ep. 414
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1:40:01Buckle-up on this week’s IMPACT SHOW podcast as we have an extremely special one. Not only is she one of the top nutritionists and medical experts in the world, we go all the way back to Middle School. Yep. Cynthia Thurlow and I went to middle school (Brick, NJ) together and she has since transformed into one of the top nutritionists, nurse practit…
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A special return visit from Tom Richards, who is set to release a new triple album in early March. Monophilia is a 30 minute triple-album and installation piece which will be presented at the Halifax Library for Cecilia Concerts' Sensory Accessible Music series. Was great to catch up with Tom and talk about new and innovative ways to release truly …
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Special Episode: Chapel Service on WINNING 2025 | Ep. 413
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1:02:00Welcome back podcast family and I hope you’re ready to get fired-up today! I’ve got a “special” episode for you this week as I only get the opportunity to speak at Chapel at Christian Unified Schools 2x per year—and this is ONE of them. Before we tune-in “Live” to that chapel/keynote, I am going to spit some fire on 3 things: One of my favorite quo…
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Bring a Super Bowl Mindset from the Gridiron to Your Life Ep. 412
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59:15It’s going to be a SUPER week! Yep, it’s Super Bowl week and the Philadelphia Eagles are taking on the defending 2x Super Bowl champs, the Kansas City Chiefs. This truly is the time when champions rise-up & take care of business. But the podcast this week is NOT just about football. It’s also about adopting the mindset of extreme preparation, the a…
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5-Tips for Anyone Looking to Scale Purpose, Profit, & IMPACT with Serial Entrepreneur, Jeff Fenster | Ep. 411
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1:23:14Woah--Stop scrolling! This is a MUST-LISTEN to episode today with one of the most successful, innovative, crafty, and wisest entrepreneurs of our modern time. Meet Jeff Fenster. Jeff is a serial entrepreneur who has started and sold several different companies in his career, and he’s still only in his 40’s. This includes his latest entrepreneurial …
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From his space in Chezzetcook, on the rural coast of Nova Scotia, Friendly Rich catches up with Darcy Spidle, aka Chik White. A lovely saunter through his career as a sound artist and sound explorer. Darcy has toured the world performing his unique sound, lately as a solo artist on jaw harp and other. His latest recording "Clowning the Town" is a f…
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One “Exercise” that WILL Grow Your Influence, Income, & IMPACT | Ep. 410
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56:56It’s about to get deep. I’m not sure it’s because I’m on Day 12 of a 21-Day Fast or if the Spirit is speaking or both, but today’s episode is extremely personal. The 4-Quarters of today’s SHOW includes… MOTIVATION & MINDSET. “Only when you are brave enough to explore the darkness will you discover the infinite power of our light.” Check out my coac…
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4-Quarters, Dreams, a 21-Day Fast, Leadership, & An Important Question | Ep. 409
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49:43Buckle-up, strap-in, and lace-em up! Revealing a new format today, I’m pumped for the new edition of the IMPACT SHOW podcast that will be even further lighting you up with motivation & inspiration, and further igniting ACTION inside of you so that you can ultimately create more IMPACT in this world that so desperately needs YOU. Today, we have the …
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Creating Success, Significance, & IMPACT—A Deep Interview on Why I’m so Excited for 2025! | Ep. 408 Rebecca Garity interviews Todd Durkin
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1:20:08It’s officially ON. It’s 2025 and the thermostat about to get raised. Buckle-up. Welcome to the first official podcast of 2025—one that is surely going to light your pants on fire (that’s a good thing!). Today, we have flipped the script and Todd is being interviewed by teammate Rebecca Garity-Pinto on all things “Success, Significance, & IMPACT” a…
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THRIVE IN ‘25--Optimizing Your Health, Recovery, & Energy in 2025 | Ep. 407 with Dr. Caroline Stites & Vibragenix
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1:00:402025 is beginning. And that’s why I’m dropping this podcast episode on you today as health, wellness, recovery, and regeneration is ALWAYS important. And I know it will be even more important throughout 2025. Today, I’m sharing with you someone who is an undiscovered gem when it comes to healing and optimizing your health. Her name is Dr. Caroline …
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The Power of Joy | Ep. 406 with Andrew Cannon
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55:02Are you ready to receive more peace, joy, and happiness in your life? Anyone else ready for more calm over the holidays and in 2025? Well, today is your lucky day. I have an expert on the podcast today who studies “Joy & Happiness” unlike anyone I know. His name is Andrew Cannon and he’s on a mission to make the world a much happier and healthier p…
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Your Annual Strategic Plan [Part 3]: Health, Energy, Relationships, & Your Most Legendary Self | Ep. 405
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41:15Merry Christmas and happy holidays. I’m fired up for today's episode, especially as we get deeper into the holidays…and of course, the Annual Strategic Plan. First off, I hope you're taking care of yourself—staying calm, staying relaxed, and of course, crushing your workouts. If you’ve been following through with those things that most people aren’…
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Creating Your ANNUAL STRATEGIC PLAN: 2025 Theme, “Big 5”, & Even a Tombstone Statement for Life | Ep. 404
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40:11Buckle-up. It’s about to get even deeper today. Yep. I am in full-blown coach mode as I bring you through 2 “mandatory” sections of your Annual Strategic Plan. First, I want to help coach you to create your most extraordinary 2025 ever. That’s going to include forecasting and envisioning what you will think, dream, create, and manifest in this New …
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Spittin’ Fire: Are you Ready to Dominate the DAY? | Ep. 403
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12:59You will be breathing pure fire in this episode as I’m challenging you to win the holidays, dominate today, and prepare for a game-changing 2025. Join me as I dive into the importance of focusing on your dreams, renewing your mindset, and taking action every single day to set yourself up for huge success in 2025. A few key takeaways about today’s s…
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Reflecting on 2024: Top Lessons, Big Growth, and Deepest Gratitude | Ep. 402
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44:18Are you ready to start flipping the script on 2024? As we begin to reflect and wrap-up this year, I’d like to take a moment and COACH you today. This episode is all about celebrating your wins from 2024, assessing your losses, acknowledging your lessons, and laying the groundwork for what will be an impactful year ahead. I’m sure you have had eithe…
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What a time catching up with the great Rob Mosher from his apartment in New York City. We get into a heavy conversation about collaboration, carrousels, 8-bit chips and a case of egg nog. Put on your festive sweaters and let's get into some serious tactics with the creative force, Rob Mosher!By Friendly Rich
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The Power of Goal Setting & Writing [Ep. 401]
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45:48In this episode, I’m sharing powerful questions to help you reflect on 2024 and set the stage for a breakthrough in 2025. I dive into the importance of goal setting and the transformative power of writing. By setting bold intentions, breathing life into your dreams, and mapping out the actionable steps needed to achieve them, you can create your be…
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Top 10 Things I’m MOST Grateful for in 400-Podcast Episodes | Ep. 400
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28:45I can’t believe it has been over 5-years since I started the IMPACT SHOW podcast. It’s hard to believe we’ve had over 1-million downloads. WOW. I wanted to stop and reflect on today’s show about all the things I’m most grateful for since we launched with the 1st episode in August of 2019. With that being said, let’s dive into Episode #400 as I shar…
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In this weeks episode, join me as I take a moment to slow down and tap into a heightened state of gratitude. Inspired by the teachings of Wayne Dyer, I guide you through a simple meditation and Ah Breathing practice—an essential part of my morning ritual. This breathwork helps you center yourself, step out of your comfort zone, and recharge for the…
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Gratitude, Dreams, & Thanksgiving with Melanie Durkin | Ep. 398
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30:25As Thanksgiving approaches, my wife, Melanie and I share our hearts, our gratitude, and our excitement for the year ahead on this very special episode of the IMPACT SHOW podcast. In today's episode, we reflect on all things that we are most grateful for: favorite family Thanksgiving and holiday traditions, things we are most excited for, and our bi…
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Juliet Palmer’s music has come to life under a highway off-ramp, in a swimming pool, in the plastic flotsam of a remote beach and in concert halls across North America, Europe and Oceania. Originally from Aotearoa New Zealand, Juliet makes her home in Toronto where she is artistic director of Urbanvessel, a platform for interdisciplinary collaborat…
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IN THE HUDDLE: Why We Do Hard Things [Ep. 397]
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2:09In this special episode, recorded in the beautiful, snowy Whitefish Lake, Montana, I dive into the powerful cycle of life and success. I reflect on the powerful cycle of growth: how good times create weakness, and tough times build strength. Life is about doing hard things and finding fulfillment in the face of challenges. Tune in for a message of …
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I dreaded the day knowing it was coming…and it’s here. Since my son Luke was in the 7th grade and he started playing Pop Warner football, I always put a “helmet note” in his helmet the night before every game. I did the same thing with my son Brady as well, albeit a different message. I do the same thing with what I call “Cleat Notes” for my daught…
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In today’s episode, we’re diving into the power of the 5-5-5 breathwork technique: breathing in for 5 seconds, holding for 5, and breathing out for 5. This simple but effective practice is perfect for those moments when you need to reset, calm the mind, or find a moment of clarity. I’ll guide you through a session so you can feel the effects firsth…
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INTERN Q&A: Starting a Business, Wisdom, & What Pain Teaches Us [Ep. 394]
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1:03:24What a fun episode today as I got the opportunity to sit down and chop it up with 3-young college interns from Fitness Quest 10 and their Director (Ryan Rogers). It was awesome to have an open conversation on all things on their mind and how I can help them on their journey in health, fitness, & coaching. They asked some very thought-provoking ques…
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In this episode, we dive into the truth that your happiness and success are not determined by who's in office. It’s an inside job—your responsibility to cultivate joy, peace, and fulfillment, regardless of external outcomes. Whether your candidate wins or loses, you have the power to shape your mindset and create the life and IMPACT you want. Tune …
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It’s a BIG week. There is a presidential election going on, we have the Grand Opening for IMPACT-X Performance in Huntington Beach, CA, and it’s Parents Weekend at Davidson College this weekend as my son Luke has only 2 football games left in his college career. A lot of CHANGE. On all levels. It seems like everyone talks about change but rarely do…
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IN THE HUDDLE: Awareness Meditation | Ep. 391
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3:43Join me in this short meditation today. Be aware of your energy. Shift your energy to be where you want it to be. Just stop, take 3 deep breaths, and relax your body & your mind.
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Celebrating Momma Durkin: Parenting Life Lessons & a $25,000 Trip | Ep. 390
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35:12I’m sitting on the banks of Lake Norman, NC, as I record this and I’m feeling especially sentimental and emotional. There are several reasons why, but none more than the fact that my Mom, “Muffy” Durkin, is aging and she turns 92-years old this week. She’s down in Florida resting-up and I want to celebrate her with all of you in my podcast communit…
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A Journey from Darkness to Light: 6 Life-Habits to Amplify Your SOUL | Ep. 389 with Janelle Trujillo [Bonus Episode]
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37:44In this powerful episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Janelle Trujillo, a dedicated health-habit coach with an inspiring story. Together, we explored the significance of self-reflection, the impact of surrounding ourselves with positive energy continuously, and the essential role healthy habits play in achieving overall well-being. Jane…
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Q&A with TD--5 Questions on Energy, Faith, Wisdom, Parenting, & Gratitude | Ep. 388
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38:27These Q&A sessions are always some of my favorite episodes when I get to answer YOUR direct questions from our loyal podcast listeners. It allows us to go deep on things that are on your mind and would like me to address. In this week’s Q&A episode, I get to answer 5 questions ranging from faith to parenting to best habits for creating maximum ener…
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We get into the nooks n' crannies with Tim Shia, drummer and creator extraordinaire in this episode of Industry Tactics. Tim leads The Worst Pop Band Ever, who will soon be celebrating their 20th year anniversary in 2025. He's also very active on the Toronto jazz scene. What a joy to discuss family, health, industry nonsense and much more with the …
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ZINNIA is the extended art of Rachael Cardiello - a classically trained violist raised in the mountains of Montana who has spent half her life touring performing and recording in Toronto as a session player. ZINNIA can often be found in full band collaboration with Chris Pruden, Kat McLevey and Mackenzie Longpre. ZINNIA's upcoming album Dollar Stor…
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