Game Changers

One for all Canadians and Sports fans!

Brady Leman is a Canadian freestyle skier specializing in ski cross, and the reigning Olympic champion in that discipline following his victory in the ski cross event at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

He won the opening event in the 2011–12 season after coming back from multiple injuries, and then went on to finish the year as the second overall ranked male ski cross racer for the year. Leman, a former alpine skier, is noted for his smooth gliding and crisp passing skills. 

We sit down with Brady to chat about the 31 years of process that led to the culmination of winning the Gold Medal. Coming from a Skiing family, Brady walks us through his journey involving extreme competition, overcoming injuries and heartbreaking losses that led to the ultimate victory. 

Brady is currently preparing to defend his Olympic Champion title at the next Winter Olympics  in Beijing, 2022.

In our most recent episode, we had on 2 well-known public figures in the Edmonton Community, Alex Eks and Clinton Jonah. Both Alex and Clinton have been heavily involved in activism with the BLM movement taking place in the city. 

Alex is the co-founder of The Gifted Gab Podcast and is running petitions to create reform in the systemic racism rooted in Canada. Having faced racism most of his life, Alex has a strong passion to bring about change through the BLM movement. Alex also played a role in organizing the large protest that took place in Edmonton and has been a leader recently seen on multiple news channels speaking out on the changes that need to take place in Canada.

OG Jonah returns to our podcast for the second time, not as a rapper but more as an activist. OG was the lead host of the BLM protest in YEG that gathered over 15000 people and in other protests as well. He has been raising money for George Floyds Family through his YEGMG BLM collection and was one of the first leaders in the city to speak up on the issue. OG has a large established following, many of the teenage demographic and takes great pride in creating positive influence and awareness for them in regards to BLM.

Conversations about the US have taken place but we sit down with these knowledgeable leaders and discuss the current situation specific to Canada, what needs to change and what we can do as citizens to create a place free of racism, oppression and police brutality. Listen in to our passionate debate and discussion  about Black Lives Matter.

Starting his career on the streets, one passer-by at a time, Martin Kerr has built a devoted fanbase of thousands. 

Often compared to James Taylor and more recently Ed Sheeran (although that might have more to do with his ginger hair and charming English accent) Kerr's storytelling spans the whole spectrum of emotions. His powerful voice and songwriting have earned him high praise from legends like Sarah McLachlan and Bruce Cockburn.

In 2017 he went from busking on street corners to selling out his first major theatre show, then opening for Sarah McLachlan at a 20,000 seat stadium, and landing his album in the Canadian Top 10. It was an arrival of sorts for this globe-trotting singer-songwriter, having racked up passport stamps from 35 countries on his musical travels.

On our recent podcast we talked to Martin about the raw truth and stories behind the start of his career, sharing his personal journey travelling the world and turning his music dream into a reality. 

S2 EP4: DAPHNE REID - Behind the scenes with Aunt Vivian from Fresh Prince.

On todays Podcast, we had a great conversation with Daphne Reid, more well known as Aunt Vivian from the hit 90s TV show: The Fresh Prince of Bel-air.

In this conversation, we got the know the person behind the character we loved on screen. Daphne shares her fulfilled journey ranging from facing hardships being a woman of colour in Show Business to fun stories behind the scenes with Will Smith.

Daphne also talks about how she got into the industry that led to a 20 year acting career and what kind of mindset leads to a successful career being an actor. 

#Season2 ?

#InspiredThroughIsolation

On this weeks podcast we are excited to share our conversation with 2x Olympian, 2016 Olympic Bronze Medalist, and 2x Published Author @akeemhaynes. 

Born in Savlamar, Jamaica, Akeem didn’t have much of an advantage from the beginning. With limited options and tragic events happening early in life, he moved to Canada with his mother seeking better opportunity. 

The theme of Akeems life is perseverance and as the lead-off runner, he helped Canada break a 20-year-old national record to win bronze in the 4x100m relay at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. 

On this weeks episode we have the Co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing, Top 100 Business Coach, global public speaker and three-time international best-selling author, @DavidMeltzer. 

His life’s mission is to empower OVER 1 BILLION people to be happy! This simple yet powerful mission has led him on an incredible journey to provide one thing…???? VALUE.

WE ARE BACK WITH SEASON 2 EPISODE 1 TO KEEP YOU "INSPIRED THROUGH ISOLATION?"

Our purpose is to motivate the next generation to become the best versions of themselves. No dream is too small or too big, and with this platform we hope to help you achieve your true passions in life. 

Friends and colleagues are lacking motivation during this tough time which is okay. Take this time to do some self searching. Just because you have to stay home doesn’t mean you have to stay where you are at. Remember that life’s challenges are not suppose to paralyze you, they’re supposed to help you discover who you are.

Our team is “Inspired Through Isolation” and our goal is to inspire you too.

Introducing our final guest for Season 1: Jasmin Kaur

Jasmin is a writer, illustrator and poet. Her writing, which explores themes of feminism, womanhood, social justice and love, acts as a means of healing and reclaiming identity. As a spoken word artist and creative writing facilitator, she has toured across North America, the UK and Australia to connect with youth through the power of artistic expression.

Despite growing up in the stereotyped environment of Surrey, BC. She has been able to publish her latest book, “When You Ask Me Where I’m Going” which explores what it means to be a young woman living in a world that doesn’t always hear her.

Follow us along her journey as we discuss what it was like growing up as a woman in a stereotyped society and as well as the determination it took to release her book.

Introducing our next guest: Reema Aulakh.

Reema is the owner of Reemake Studio(@reemakestudio). Reemake studio offers a variety of makeup and beauty services, including non-bridal, bridal hair and makeup services, hydrafacials and teeth whitening. Additionally, Reemake recently launched a new medical spa (@reemakemedspa ) to deliver scientifically-backed beauty services.

Despite only getting into make up 3 years ago after graduating High School, Reema has quickly established herself and Reemake as a prominent name in the Edmonton makeup scene. Some of her accolades include: launching her own successful lash line, doing numerous destination wedding and doing makeup for celebrities. In fact their business grew so quick, Reemake recently moved into a full studio at the beginning of this year!

Introducing our next guest: Rahmaan Hameed

Rahmaan is a professional art consultant and creative director specializing in contemporary street art, marketing, brand architecture, illustration, graphic design, and fashion design. He has done projects for some of the biggest names in the industry like Floyd Mayweather, Kevin Hart, Snoop Dogg, Chris Brown, Raptors and Disney to name a few. 

He is the owner and founder of Rahmaan Hameed Studios & Le Monstre Clothing both of which are creating a global influence in contemporary art and mens fashion.

He has built a legacy amongst the creative art community in locally and globally having done murals and paintings. Locally you can also find his work in places like @alibiyeg, Rec room and @Ultimatowers.

We sat down with Rahmaan to discuss how a serendipitous fashion show allowed him to discover that he could actually get paid for his artwork and creative skills, rather it just being a lifelong passion. Rahmaan shares some tips on relationship building and how he was able to leverage relationships to develop a high-profile clientele. Additionally, Rahmaan shares lessons he’s learned along the way, such as the importance of betting on yourself, and gives advice to up and coming artists.