RARE FOOTAGE INSIDE: Shelby isn’t one known for her small-talk... she’s more about that deep reflection and valuable conversation. I bridge that conversation gap quite nicely as I briefly dive deep to learn how for her, ‘Disney’ is synonymous with ‘Family and Encouragement.’ She explains how Dakota has been integral in managing her mental health, and how social media blogging is an incredible processing tool for daily experiences... she even drops a huge compliment for her husband, Kurtis Anderton. All this exclusive content is yours to enjoy on today’s episode of A Private Service Announcement!

What is Camp without the campers? Ben’s home, apparently. In today’s interview, Ben Ross cracks me up the whole way through, explaining what it’s like living at a summer camp facility during the winter, and giving me his two cents on all things Marvel and Star Wars. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did, and if you Twitch, check out Ben’s account, VoiceOfZoo!

If you can picture a bodybuilder bombing a ski run while photographing the scenery, you’re starting to envision Keegan. In this interview, Keegan explains how 5500 calories per day was maybe a bit excessive, how rapport is foundational in every customer service job, and that I, Nate, am needing to practice a bit more patience. Check out his wildlife and landscape photographs on his Instagram, @beaulieukeegan

He edits podcasts, so he knows the drill... Chad dove into this interview with both feet! I asked him about how a certain Matthew Howe was more than a mentor in his high school days, and about how he ditched his old 9-5 successfully. He gave me some sound (wink-wink) advice on what it takes to be an all-time podcasting great, and he gives me something to ponder when envisioning the realities of post-COVID travel. Enjoy this interview episode, and check out the Laptop Freedom Program (https://thewanderlustva.com/laptop-freedom/) if you want to learn more about how you can work from home, anywhere.

My First Interview! I learned from Kurtis Anderton what it’s like to work as a paramedic during COVID-19, what his wife has taught him about unconditional love, and what led him to build a self-sustaining e-commerce business called “Filthy Shades.” As Kurtis would say, ‘lend me your ears’ as I share with you this monumental first interview episode of a Private Service Announcement.

New mic, who dis? I’ve been figuring out how to produce quality-sounding episodes, and I’m finally ready to get the ball rolling. Have a listen to hear how I plan on doing the interviews coming up, and reach out if you’re interested in perhaps sharing some stories on aPSA yourself!

Nate’s podcast sabbatical is over, and just in time for a world pandemic. In this update, I give you the briefest of reintroductions to aPSA, so that you know what to look forward to as you sit in that same pair of pyjama bottoms you’ve worn since the calls to self-isolate began weeks ago. #stayhome

FLASHBACK One Year: Search and Rescue groups from all over Vancouver Island gathered in a monumental search effort for Ben Kilmer, a Cowichan Valley resident. In this episode, I explain the search tactics played out behind the scenes of one of the largest search efforts in recent Island history. Please also follow this link to read a beautiful tribute to Ben Kilmer, published by the Cowichan Valley Citizen newspaper: https://www.cowichanvalleycitizen.com/news/one-year-after-tragedy-tonya-kilmer-reflects-on-her-life-with-ben/

I messed up. This episode is all about how my unintentionally careless words drove an independent internet seller to block me. I felt pretty bad at the time, but in losing out on buying some hiking gear, I gained a valuable lesson on tactfully communicating with strangers. Curious? Have a listen today's PSA!

SUPPRESSION 101. In this episode, I share a potentially awakward but all-to-relatable occurence that you've experienced too... even the 19th-century Edgar Allan Poe knew what was up. Hear how a quick Google search illuminated to me how our minds suppress impulsive, morbid thoughts.