From The Depths of Darkness to The Light of Success

In this episode we sit down and have a great chat with Canadian author Darcy Patrick! 

We dig into his childhood, and what led him to a long battle with depression that started when he was in grade school! 

He walks us through him making the call for help and what led him to becoming an author with the help or more so push from his therapist. 

He has now written several books over the last 7 years since taking up writing. He teaches courses for many different organizations and has even created some of his own courses as well. He works with the Canadian Military, teaching his creative writing course. 

You can purchase anyone of his books from his website www.darcypatrick.com 

Taken from his website:

Since the release of my book my life has changed dramatically. I have become a public speaker doing talks all around Southern Ontario for many different mental health originations to raise awareness on depression and mental health. My goal is to break the stigma  behind depression and mental health, help as many people as I can, let them know they are not alone.

We need to all stick together and stay united to win this war! Lets end this stigma around mental health and addictions!

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The intro is brought to you by John Maksym, make sure you go and check out his new single "Bones I'm In"

You can also follow the show on IG @depthsofdarkside or email us if you have any questions or would like to be a guest on the show! Come share your story! At the end of the day I believe everyones story is valuable.

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In this episode we chat with founder of Challenge the Mirror founder Ashley Sanderson, from beautiful British Columbia! 

Her and I dive deep into her childhood trauma, living with alcoholic parents, substance abuse, talking about aliens and other forms of life out there! She has this calming effect on people. Go check out her website for more info about what she does. www.challengethemirror.com

(taken from her website)

If you want to know why you are the way that you are, if you want to know why you are in your current life situation, if you want to know why you are in certain relationships I can show you, because I once too was craving this knowing.

I once too was held by boundaries from limited beliefs systems, mother and father wounds, childhood traumas, shame and guilt, feeling unloveable and truly deeply not loving myself,  and now I can’t wait to help you and show you how you break free from these programs and get back to that wonderful, perfect, divine soul that you came here to be.

For the last 10 years I have dived deep to recognize the pain in my soul, to remove anything that was not necessary, endless amounts of courses, endless amounts of books, therapy, counsellors.

I want to take all of this information and all of the teachings and share it in the way that I found most beneficial for my being.

Bits and pieces of every type of healing out there, bringing it together and creating a practice of release and soul embodiment.

No more pain no more guilt no more shame no more living for somebody else, let’s get high on life, abundant, free, and a space where you can fully love yourself and attract the life you desire to live!!

But it starts with YOU making the first step, I’ll be here waiting

This episode is brought to you by my sponsors Compass 9 Media go give them a follow over on IG @compassninemedia or hit up there webpage www.compass9media.ca

The intro is brought to you by recording artist John Maksym you can follow him on IG @johnmaksymmusic 

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In episode 40 I had the pleasure of sitting down with talented recording artist who resides in Nashville, Tennessee. 

(Below taken from www.musicbynickjohnson.com)

Brooklyn born, Berklee trained multi-instrumentalist Nick Johnson has followed his musical passion from his hometown of New York, to Boston, Los Angeles and now – Nashville, Tennessee – all in pursuit of synthesizing that perfect formula for success. After honing his chops with regional touring bands – and getting a firsthand taste of the true Nashville scene with a long tenure on the fabled and competitive Broadway circuit in Music City – Johnson was ready to launch his solo career proper from the heartland of America.

Johnson – known nationally for his solid six-string skills – is no stranger to making a big splash recently scoring two of his own songs on the big screen via major Hollywood releases (“She’s So Lonely”/Bill Murray Experience, “Playmate”/Party Bus To Hell). Now, the in-demand guitarist is writing a new script with a debut record that will soon see him take on a leading role as compelling artist with a story of his own to tell.

You can follow Nick on Instagram @musicbynickjohnson

This episode is brought to you by our sponsor Compass 9 Media, go give them a follow over on IG @compassninemedia

The intro is courtesy of recording artist and good friend John Maksym and its a clip from his single "Blame" go give him a follow over on IG as well @johnmaksymmusic or hit the follow button on Spotify and or iTunes. 

You can also follow the show over on IG @depthsofdarkside or email me directly at [email protected]. 

In this episode I sit down and chat with Kitchener, Ontario native Syd Vanderpool. We chat about everything from mental health, motivational topics, spirituality, his boxing career, and life after boxing! 

Vanderpool fought world champions Bernard Hopkins and Jeff Lacey, and had a victory over Glen Johnson.

After retiring from competitive boxing in May 2005 with a professional record of 35 wins and 4 losses with 23 ko's, Vanderpool became the CEO of the Boxing By Syd Athletic Centre in Kitchener. The youngest of five brothers, Vanderpool was encouraged by his father, who build a full size boxing ring in their backyard. According to Vanderpool, success is not about how great of a boxer one can be, but is measured by the quality of meaningful relationships acquired while working toward a goal.

This episode is brought to you by Compass 9 Media your podcast branding specialist! 

The intro is also provided by recording artist John Maksym, you can follow him wherever you stream your music or on IG @johnmaksymmusic

You can also follow the show on IG @depthsofdarkside or email us at [email protected]

In episode 38 I sit down with Corey Rogrigues, who hails from Winnipeg, Manitoba!

What an amazing chat we had everything from addictions, recovery, suicide, surviving a suicide, and his faith in the lord!

Corey is an empowering man for many! He’s a devout father to his beautiful daughter! Lives life one day at a time!

Thanks again to Corey for coming on and sharing his heart warming story!

This weeks episode is proudly brought to you by my sponsor Compass 9 Media, you can follow them over on IG @compassninemedia. 

The intro is provided to you by recording artist John Maksym, you can check him out on all streaming platforms, and you can follow his journey on IG @johnmaksymmusic

You can follow the show on IG @depthsofdarkside or email the show at [email protected]. 

Born and raised in the Kitchener-Waterloo area, Kelly Macnab is the mother of two amazing daughters and one beloved son.

Self-employed for the last few years, she has a decade of professional fundraising experience ranging from grass-roots charities to higher education, as well as having sat on several non-profit commitees and Boards of Directors.

In September 2018, Kelly's life was forever changed when her 20-year-old son Isaiah was murdered in broad daylight. Until this day, there have been no arrests made in his case.

Kelly believes that by sharing her grief and Isaiah's story, she honours her son and brings awareness to the once-taboo subject of child loss.

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Rudy Treminio is an entrepreneur who has defied all odds to get to the place where he is today. Many people would have accepted the circumstances Rudy was given as an immigrant with no education, being a young father, incarcerated with nothing in his favor, but that was far from the case. It was Rudy’s never faltering dedication to the goals he set for himself and passion for the industry he is in that led to his success.

It takes a certain type of entrepreneurial individual to be able to see gaps or untouched industries, learn everything they can about it, and put fear aside to take the leap of faith into the industry. Three years ago Rudy put everything on the line, left the comforts of a W-2 and a 9-5 job, learned everything he needed to know to be successful, and started his own business in the automotive industry. Since Rudy Treminio didn’t receive the proper education as a child and immigrant, he felt from a very young age that he had to work harder than the rest and defy all odds against him.

Rudy Treminio didn’t want just to be known as the “Car guy” so he dabbled into each part of the industry and used all of our modern-world technology to become resourceful and knowledgeable. He knew that by learning every inch of the field it would make him unique and stand out from the rest. Rudy differentiates himself from the competition due to his personal branding. He branded his name in the industry as “El Patronn” so that customers recognize his Brand identity and know who he is. Brand identity is the visible elements of a brand; design, color, or logo, that distinguish the brand in the customers mind. “El Patronn” as he is known in the industry put himself out there like no other person in the automotive industry has done. His goal by doing this was to stand out in a crowd and be the hardest working person in any room.

This podcast is brought to you by my sponsor Compass 9 Media, you can follow them on Instagram @compassninemedia

The intro to the podcast is provided by recording artist John Maksym! You can follow him on Instagram @johnmaksymmusic

Please feel free to follow the show over on Instagram @depthsofdarkside or email [email protected]

In this episode I sit down with the legendary Ruste Juxx, who hails from Crown Heights, in the Brooklyn area! He was a protege of the infamous Sean Price in the late 90s. His discography is like no one else, he packs heat when he throws those 16s down! 

He released his debut album, Indestructible, in 2008 via Duck Down. It was executive produced by Sean Price, and producers included Marco Polo and Black Milk. He subsequently collaborated with Marco Polo on the 2010 album The Exxecution.

This episode is brought to you by my sponsor Compass 9 Media, follow them on Instagram @compassninemedia

The intro is proudly brought to you by recording artist John Maksym, go follow him on Spotify or on Instagram @johnmaksymmusic

You can also follow the show over on Instagram @depthsofdarkside or if you would like to be a guest on the show please email [email protected]

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Remember, everyone's story is valuable!

In this episode I sit down and have an amazing and informative chat with BMX Legend Tony Hoffman! 

He explains how he goes from prison to coaching the USA BMX Team at the 2016 Olympics in Brazil. Like myself Tony has overcome many obstacles in life to get to where he is today! He now travels the country doing speaking engagements all over the place! He has his heart set on opening up a world class treatment centre for the youth! 

He now resides in Dallas, Texas! He tells us all about his trials and tribulations in this episode! You're in for a wild ride of great stories. 

This episode is brought to you by my sponsor Compass 9 Media, follow them on Instagram @compassninemedia

The intro is proudly brought to you by recording artist John Maksym, go follow him on Spotify or on Instagram @johnmaksymmusic

You can also follow the show over on Instagram @depthsofdarkside or if you would like to be a guest on the show please email [email protected]

If you are listening to the show on Apple Podcasts please be kind enough to leave a review! 

Remember, everyone's story is valuable! 

In episode 33 we sit down with Turk, who grew up in one of Canada's oldest housing project Regent Park! He has turned his life around after spending a good chunk of time in and out of the justice system in Canada! 

He now spends his time working on his foundation he created, which helps the homeless and the youth in the communities effected by gun violence in and around Toronto! He tries to show these people the right way, by getting them into boxing, or other after school programs he has created. He also has set up coat racks all over the GTA for the homeless to take a jacket if they are in need of one during the winter months! 

He was also apart of the #1 Single "Wish I Could" which is promoting the end to the gun violence going on in Toronto right now! 

The intro is provided to you by recording artist John Maksym, it is a clip from his single "Blame" you can follow him on Instagram @johnmaksymmusic or head over to Spotify!

You can follow the podcast on Instagram @depthsofdarkside

This podcast is proudly sponsored by Compass 9 Media you can also follow them on IG @compassninemedia