Canadian Podcast with ZAK

Veteran Calgary journalist Mario Toneguzzi, Co-Editor in Chief at Retail Insider and named one of the Top 10 Business Journalists in the World on Muck Rack, shares what four decades in Canadian journalism taught him about storytelling, truth and how media really works.Can you trust what you read in the news? What does local news still mean to communities?Expect to learn how Canadian media has changed, how the digital shift has affected public trust, and practical advice on handling interviews, framing a clear message and using storytelling to connect with an audience.Mario Toneguzzi: linkedin.com/in/mariotoneguzzi | Instagram @mariotoneguzziMore from the Canadian Podcast: CanadianPodcast.ca

Broadcast journalist Linda Olsen, one of Calgary's most trusted voices for more than 34 years, shares stories from her journey as anchor, reporter and producer at Global Calgary, and as host of the Women of Vision series.What does three decades of telling Calgary's stories teach you about a city? What keeps a journalist going through the biggest stories of a generation?Expect to learn about life in a broadcast newsroom, Linda's deep commitment to Calgary, and her ongoing community work.Linda Olsen: lindaolsen.org | Instagram @linda_olsen_globalMore from the Canadian Podcast: CanadianPodcast.ca

Dennis Agbegha left a career in geoscience to help entrepreneurs across Canada build better futures, talking about immigration, identity, empathy and what it really takes to create inclusive entrepreneurship in today's Canada.What does it take to rebuild your life from scratch in a new country? What does inclusive entrepreneurship actually look like?Expect to learn how Dennis shifted from petroleum geoscience to banking, what inclusive entrepreneurship really means, and lessons on identity, resilience, service and redefining leadership.More from the Canadian Podcast: CanadianPodcast.ca

YES TV's Legacy Makers host Jacqueline Clements, co-founder of TCF4 Productions, talks about purpose-driven storytelling and how values, choices and authentic living create lasting impact.What does it mean to build a legacy? Is it about achievement, or about presence and purpose?Expect to learn how Jacqueline turned a passion for people's stories into a nationally broadcast show, what she learned from working alongside Alberta broadcast legend Darrel Janz, and why legacy is less about achievement and more about presence and purpose.More from the Canadian Podcast: CanadianPodcast.ca

Jordan Guildford, founder of Gems for Gems and The Gems Cup, shares the deeply personal story behind Hope's Cradle, an anonymous safe surrender space for newborns now installed at select fire stations across Canada.What does a mother do when she feels she has no options? How does one abandoned newborn on Christmas Eve spark a national movement?Expect to learn how Hope's Cradle was created with a dedicated team, what anonymous safe surrender means for mothers in crisis, and why this quiet work is about compassion, collaboration and saving lives.Hope's Cradle: gemsforgems.com/gems-hopes-cradleMore from the Canadian Podcast: CanadianPodcast.ca

Certified health coach Pam Purnell talks about chronic fatigue, gut health and functional medicine, and the emotional toll of not getting answers from the traditional healthcare system.Feeling exhausted, bloated and unheard? What is your gut health really telling you?Expect to learn the truth behind chronic fatigue and burnout, how functional medicine helped Pam get her life back, the signs of breast implant illness (BII), and the power of journaling, community and self-advocacy.Pam Purnell: pampurnell.com | Instagram @beatchronicfatigueMore from the Canadian Podcast: CanadianPodcast.ca

Bryan Goehringer, a leader in community service at Woods Homes, shares his journey from a challenging childhood to a career supporting vulnerable youth.Can serving your community actually make you a better leader? What does it take to stay grounded while carrying responsibility for others?Expect to learn about the role of faith and mentorship, why mental health advocacy matters for men, the importance of active fatherhood, and how Woods Homes provides care and resources for vulnerable youth.More from the Canadian Podcast: CanadianPodcast.ca

A solo episode on Lake Minnewanka, where beneath the lake's clear blue water lies the forgotten resort town of Minnewanka Landing.What happens to a town when a dam raises the water level over it? What can scuba divers still find in Alberta's underwater ghost town?Expect to learn how Minnewanka Landing went from a bustling early-1900s resort community to a submerged town, what remains for divers to discover, and the lasting legacy of a community transformed by time and nature.More from the Canadian Podcast: CanadianPodcast.ca

Canadian broadcasting icon Darrel Janz, an unforgettable voice in Calgary for half a century, is remembered in this tribute episode originally recorded on July 30, 2021.What makes a broadcaster a friend to an entire city? What does fifty years of telling Calgary's stories leave behind?Expect to learn about Darrel's incredible half-century career, his passion for storytelling, and the humble, down-to-earth spirit that touched so many lives.More from the Canadian Podcast: CanadianPodcast.ca

A solo episode on the transformative power of mindset and how small shifts in the way we think can lead to big growth.What if 20% of your mental focus could drive 80% of your success? What small habit could you shift today?Expect to learn the 80/20 rule applied to personal development, how cultivating the right mindset helps overcome challenges, and how to unlock your potential one small shift at a time.More from the Canadian Podcast: CanadianPodcast.ca