Creative Block

Ernest Barbaric had to go through many things before discovering that the true way towards happiness is by doing meaningful work. Along the way he has worked as a designer, podcaster, convention organizer, and most recently as an executive coach. In this conversation you will also hear about Swiss priests, podcast conferences, and building a robot army.

Adam Kostanuick found his way to Alberta because of his home province’s political strife. Through his love of soccer he eventually discovered podcasting. There were, of course, some interesting bumps along the way. This conversation includes bank managers, provincial referendums, and German television dramas.

Natasha Burgess grew up in British Columbia and only given very particular things to read. She then had a pretty fascinating journey and is currently the chair of the Alberta LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce. This conversation includes airplane mechanics, leadership skills, and the Sears catalogue.

Matt Watterworth and Scott Westby met each other in dramatic fashion when they both went to SAIT for filmmaking. After graduating they joined forces to create their own production company so that they could pursue their love of making movies. This conversation includes the second to last Jedi, flat tires, and tap dancing.

Stacey Robbins has a had a lot of different jobs in her life. And they always seem to come in two year increments. Right now she designs beautiful custom shoes. How she got there is a story worth listening to. The conversation also covers ADHD, kissing cow tongues, and living in the woods.

Tony Grimes is a local celebrity, of sorts, in Calgary. If you talk to the right people. He began the networking group Pixels and Pints which has grown to something more than he ever thought it would. The conversation also covers meatpacking plants, the early internet, and clowns.

Lina Huffman emigrated from Romania, started her first business while in high school, and eventually co-founded a co-working space in Calgary called The Bridge. But there's so much more to talk about. This conversation also covers communist regimes, a robbery, and a flood.