Can you spot someone who is lying straight to your face?  Or lead a fellowship of heroes through a legendary fantasy quest?

In this episode of Join the Fray, 9-year-old host Fraser sits down with the ultimate game-maker, dungeon master andbestselling author, Ivan Brett! You might recognize Ivan from season one of the massive hit BBC reality show The Traitors UK, where he had to navigate a castle full of deception.

But when he isn't hunting down Traitors, Ivan has some of the coolest jobs on the planet: he is a professional Dungeons & Dragons Dungeon Master and the creative mastermind behind hit interactive game books like The Floor Is Lavaand the hilarious Casper Candlewacks children's fiction series.

Fraser and Ivan dive behind the scenes into:

• What it's actually like when a TV crew drops a camera right in your face in a Scottish castle.
• The psychology of survival on reality TV (and why spotting a liar is scientifically almost impossible!).
• How Ivan writes rules for over 200 screen-free games so that they make sense to readers without seeing their eyes.
• The secret to getting kids hooked on reading using serialized comics like The Phoenix.
• Ivan's "fail fast" blueprint for any kid who wants to start inventing their own games and stories today.

Whether you're a parent looking for screen-free inspiration to beat boredom or a fan of strategic game design, Ivan’s advice on celebrating your own "weirdness" is an absolute must-listen!

🔗 Connect with the Show:

• Instagram: @jointhefraypodcast
• Follow & Review: Don't forget to hit "Follow" on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to catch our next career adventure!

#Podcast #IvanBrett #TheTraitors #TheTraitorsUK #ScreenFreeKids #TheFloorIs Lava #DND#DungeonsAndDragons #DungeonMaster #CreativeCareers #KidsPodcasts#ParentingTips #Storytelling

Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or movie making, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how youcan join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family!

To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast

If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at [email protected] . We’d loveto hear from you!

🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents:

• [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca
• [UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice
• [USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

Get ready to join the fray for a massive, action-packedepisode! Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a real-life superhero?

In this episode, Fraser heads down to a real-life Fire Hall tointerview a guest who doesn't just wear one cape - he wears three! Michael Varga is a professional firefighter who saves lives, a world-class chef who battled his way to the finals on MasterChef Canada and an on-screen actor who you’ve probably seen on your favorite TV shows!

Michael takes us completely behind the scenes of his threeincredible careers. He shares mind-blowing facts about what it’s really like to carry 150 pounds of heavy firefighting gear into a hot building, explains the science behind why firefighters can have bushy mustaches but absolutely nobeards, and gives us the scoop on actual "cat on a roof" side quests!

Plus, he drops a hilarious truth bomb about why facing down a ticking clock on national television is way more terrifying than running into a blazing fire.

Whether you love delicious food, action movies, or dream ofdriving a real fire truck one day, Michael’s journey is the ultimate proof that you don't have to choose just one passion in life!

Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never missan episode, check out our Instagram page jointhefraypodcast, and leave a comment below to tell us: Which of Michael's three jobs would you want to tryfirst? 👨‍🚒👨‍🍳🎬

#JoinTheFrayPod #MichaelVarga #MasterChefCanada #FirefighterLife #TripleThreat #RealLifeHero #FirstResponders #ActorLife #ChefLife #FirehouseCooking #BehindTheScenes #KidPodcaster #PodcastLife #NewEpisodeAlert

Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or moviemaking, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how you can join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and ApplePodcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family!

To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast

If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at [email protected] . We’d loveto hear from you!

🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents:

• [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca
• [UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice
•  [USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

Get ready to join the fray! In this spectacular 12th episode, Fraser takes a backstage look at how cities come alive with art, theater, and music - and you won't even need a ticket to see how the magic happens! 🎪✨

Fraser’s guest today is a global creative genius, a festivalsuperstar, and his very own amazing auntie: Olivia Ansell! Olivia is the brilliant Artistic Director of Toronto's massive Luminato Festival.

Before moving across the ocean to Canada, she directed the legendary Sydney Festival in Australia and produced massive sold-out shows at one of the most famous buildings on Earth, the Sydney Opera House!

If you've ever stood in a massive concert crowd or a giantstreet festival and wondered, "Who planned this entire thing? - this is the episode for you!

Olivia explains how a festival director acts like a creative "matchmaker," connecting amazing artists with excitedaudiences to share incredible energy.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The Wizard of Oz Obsession: How an early childhood love for Dorothy and the land of Oz wore out a real VHS tape and inspired a lifetime of imagination.
• The Hard Work Behind the Dance: What it takes to keep your body agile and fit for professional shows, and how those skills translate backstage.
• How to Build a Mega-Festival: The exact steps to locking in a theme (like the 2026 theme: PLAY) and planning events years into the future.
• Student Practice Guide: How kids can get involved right now by joining school plays, painting scenic props, or volunteering for seasonal crew roles.
• Las Vegas Magic Comes to Canada: Why legendary magicians Penn & Teller are arriving to open the 20th anniversary of Luminato this summer in Toronto.

Whether you love singing, acting, dancing, or dreaming upgiant ideas, Olivia shows us that loving the present moment and working collaboratively as a team is the ultimate ticket to success!

#ArtisticDirector #FestivalProduction #CreativeLeadership #ArtsManagement #Luminato2026 #SydneyFestival #LivePerformance #SciCommAndArts #WomenInArts #InspireTheNextGen #CareerExploration #TheatreEducation

Don’t forget to follow the journey and chat with our team on Instagram ! 📸 @jointhefraypodcast ⭐

Plus - tell us your favorite type of live performance in the Spotify comment section!

Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or moviemaking, Fraseris here to interview the experts and find out how you can join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family!

If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story, give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at ⁠[email protected]⁠

We’d love to hear from you!

🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS

 Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check out these helpful resources for students and parents:

[Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover careerquizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  ⁠WorkBC.ca⁠

[Canada - BC] Education Planner BC: The one-stop-shopfor planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. ⁠EducationPlannerBC.ca⁠

[Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey asthe backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  ⁠SkillsReady.ca⁠

[UK]National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): Theyoffer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a"Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  ⁠nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice⁠· 

[USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focusedportal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. ⁠careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

Get ready to Join The Fray! In this unbelievable 11thepisode, Fraser takes a close-up look at nature’s ultimate adventure - and you won't even need a magnifying glass to see how cool it is! 🕵️‍♂️🐜

Fraser’s guest today is a real-life explorer and professional insect detective: Dr. Kateryn Rochon!

Kateryn is a world-class entomologist and university professor who spends her days investigating the secret, creepy-crawly world of insects, ticks and mites.

But here is the craziest part: when Kateryn was nine yearsold, she was actually afraid of bugs and wanted to be a vet! In this episode, she shares the exact university science lesson about fleas and the plague that blew her mind and changed her life forever.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The Sharks of the Arthropod World: Why ticks are like the ocean's apex predators and how they haven't changed in 100 million years.
• The ultimate TV show: Why watching an ant mound or a spider web outside your window is better than watching cartoons.
• Real-life Bug Jobs: From working in a museum or zoo conservation program to insect photography and border security.
• The Science Detective: What it's like to ask questions that nobody in the world knows the answer to yet, and how to prove you're right.
• The Sport of Bug Hunting: Meet the colorful Tiger Beetle - a super-fast predator with giant mandibles that is a massive challenge to catch!

Whether you love ants, want to know how bugs keep our food supply safe, or are looking for your own future career path in science, Dr. Rochon shows us that curiosity is the ultimate superpower!

Don’t forget to follow the journey! 📸 Instagram: @jointhefraypodcast ⭐

Plus – make sure to tell us your favorite insect in theSpotify comment section!

#JoinTheFray #KidPodcaster #STEMKids #InsectsOfInstagram #BugsOfInstagram #DrKaterynRochon #Entomology #ScienceForKids #FutureScientist #CreepyCrawlies #NatureExplorers #OutdoorKids #PodcastFamily

Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or moviemaking, Fraseris here to interview the experts and find out how you can join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family!

If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story, givefeedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at ⁠[email protected]⁠

We’d love to hear from you!

🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS

 Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check out these helpful resources for students and parents:

[Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  ⁠WorkBC.ca⁠

[Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. ⁠EducationPlannerBC.ca⁠

[Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  ⁠SkillsReady.ca⁠

[UK]National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a"Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  ⁠nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice⁠· 

[USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. ⁠careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

Get ready to join the fray! In this very special episode, Fraser sits down with a true legend of the stage - who also happens to be his Nana! Joanne Ansell (or Nana Jo) has been a powerhouse in the dance world since she was just 16 years old. 💃✨

From starring in iconic musicals like West Side Story and Annie Get Your Gun to dancing on the massive TV hit Bandstand, Joanne has seen it all. She’s won the prestigious Australian MO Award multiple times and has spent her life traveling the globe as a dancer, choreographer and teacher. 🌏👯‍♂️

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The "Big Break": What it was like to be 17 and working two of the biggest professional jobs in Sydney at the same time.

  
  

• The Secret of the "Swing": How professional dancers have to learn multiple roles at once in case of an emergency.

  
  

• Overcoming "Blackouts": Nana Jo’s pro-tips on how to improvise and stay cool when you forget your steps on stage.

  
  

• Becoming an All-Rounder: Why learning tap, jazz, singing, and ballet is the key to getting an agent and landing a job on a cruise ship or in a musical.

  
  

Whether you’re a dancer, an actor, or just love a great story about following your dreams, Joanne's advice on posture, creativity, and "never giving up" is a must-listen!

Don’t forget to follow the journey!

📸 Instagram: @jointhefraypod

⭐ Leave us a review and tell us your favorite dance style in the comments!

Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or movie making, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how youcan join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family!

To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast

If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at [email protected] . We’d loveto hear from you!

🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES& CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check out these helpful resources for students and parents:

• [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca
• [UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice

• [USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

Today, Fraser welcomes Maris Wicks to the show!

In this episode, Fraser sits down with the incredibly talented Maris Wicks, the author and illustrator behind some of your favorite science comics and books like 'Human Body Theater' 🧬🎨

In this episode, Maris talks about the "hardest parts" of her job, how she works with major book publishers like First Second and why having a "science job" actually makes her a better artist.

If you’ve ever had a big idea but didn’t know what to do next, Maris shares the exact steps to take to get started. Plus, stay tuned for a high-speed Rapid Fire Round where Maris has to choose between pencils and digital, and sharks and puffins! 🦈

Episode highlights include:

Follow Fraser's journey on Instagram @jointhefraypod and get ready to join the fray!

Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or movie making, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how youcan join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and ApplePodcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family!

To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast

If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at [email protected] . We’d loveto hear from you!

🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents:

• [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca
• [Canada- BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca
• [UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice
•  [USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

"What does it take to build a career where creativity meets cutting-edge technology? According to Dr. Ted Gervan, it’s all about staying curious, being an 'intrapreneur,' and never losing the spark of your childhood imagination. 🚀

Join Fraser for a fascinating journey through the world of digital media and animation with a true industry innovator.

From his early days as a sculptor and prosthetic makeup artist, to becoming the managing director at the prestigious Centre for Digital Media in Vancouver, BC, Ted shares the secrets of how he helped bridge the gap between creative passion and professional success.

Discover how he helped develop groundbreaking industry collaborations and why he believes that a sense of belonging is the most important part of any creative project.

Inside this episode:🧠 The VFX Life: A look at what it’s really like to sculpt creatures and create digital worlds for the big screen.🎓 Leading the Charge: How Ted transformed arts education by building bridges between classrooms and major game studios.💡 The 'Intrapreneur' Mindset: Why solving problems with a creative lens is the ultimate career superpower.🌍 Building the Future: How he is helping to champion diversity and Indigenous digital innovation in the creative sector.🏫 Advice for Kids: Why building a portfolio—and finding your own 'tribe'—is the key to turning a hobby into a life-long career.

#theCDM #DigitalArts #VFX #Animation #CareerDiscovery #EducationInnovation #GameDev #CreativeCareers #JoinTheFray #MasterofDigitalMedia #FutureReady"

Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or moviemaking, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how you can join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and ApplePodcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family!

To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast

If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at [email protected] . We’d loveto hear from you!

🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents:

• [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca

• [UK]National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice·      
• [USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

Have you ever wondered what it’s actually like to be ateacher, or how you get from a school desk to competing on the world stage in international sporting events?

In this episode of Join the Fray, Fraser sits down with the one and only Madame Kristin Marvin!

Madame Marvin isn’t just an incredible elementary school teacher - she is a legend in the Canadian sports scene who has dedicated her life to helping students stay active, think big, and chase their personal goals.

In this episode, we cover:

• The "Teacher Truths": Madame Marvin breaks down the reality of becoming an educator—from the years of training required to the mental and emotional decision-making that happens every single second in the classroom.
• Life as an Athlete: Hear about her journey competing for Team Canada in world-class sporting events and how the lessons she learned as an athlete - like being "comfortable with discomfort"—help her manage a busy classroom today.
• The "Superpower" of Teaching: We talk about the importance of emotional intelligence, how she supports students through their feelings, and why teachers value "trying" over being perfect.
• Advice for Dreamers: Madame Marvin shares her best tips for kids who are nervous about trying new things, including why "Fear" is just "False Evidence Appearing Real," and why now is the perfect time to go after your passions.

Whether you’re a student, an aspiring teacher, or justlooking for a little motivation to step out of your comfort zone, this episode is packed with heart and expert advice.

Don't forget to follow Join the Fray wherever you listen to Podcasts and check out our Instagram at @jointhefraypod for updates on our next episode!

#JoinTheFray #CareerDiscovery #Education #TeacherLife#TeamCanada #FollowYourDreams #InspiringKids

Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or movie making, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how youcan join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and ApplePodcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family!

To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast

If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at [email protected] . We’d loveto hear from you!

🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check out these helpful resources for students and parents:

• [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca
• [Canada- BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca

• [UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice·
• [USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

What does it take to become a legendary Greek warrioror the Dark Knight himself? According to Michael Antonakos, it’s about creativity, passion and truly believing in yourself. 🎭

Join Fraser for an incredible deep dive into the world of voiceacting and performance capture with the man who brought Alexios (Assassin’s Creed Odyssey) and Batman (Gotham Knights) to life.

Discover the amazing story of how Michael learned he was hired to play a famous Assassin, why heworked three jobs as a student to fund his dreams, and how he uses his voice to move audiences from the Canadian Rockies to global consoles.

Inside this episode:

🧠 The "Snot Ball" Era: A funny look at the evolution of motion capture technology.

⚔️The 3-Hour Audition: What it’s really like to compete for the videogame role of a lifetime.

🦇 Becoming Bruce Wayne: How posture and composure create a superhero voice.

🏫 Advice for Kids: Why theater, clowning and martial arts are the best ways to start your acting journey.

#VoiceActing #AssassinsCreed #Batman #GothamKnights#PerformanceCapture #CareerDiscovery #ParentingTips #JoinTheFray #MichaelAntonakos #FutureReady

Inside this episode:

 [08:21] -  The "Snot Ball" Era of Gaming Michael explains the difference between Motion Capture and Performance Capture, including a hilarious look back at the early days when actors had to wear "wiggly gummy balls" (which hecalled snot balls) all over their faces.

[05:51] - The 3-Job Hustle for the Dream A powerfulmoment where Michael discusses working three jobs simultaneously—at a photography store, a deli, and a restaurant—to pay his own rent and tuition sohe could finish performing arts high school.

[09:38] - The Assassins Creed ‘Secrecy’ Story  Michael reveals the incredible story of how he was already on set, in a suit, filming scenes before the producers would finally reveal, "Yes, this is Assassin’s Creed." He describes the incredible experience of auditioning for a year with super talented actors around him.

[12:01] - Becoming Batman: The Physical Shift A"masterclass" moment where Michael explains how he changed his voice and posture to play Bruce Wayne in Gotham Knights, describing how he had to "slow down" his movements to match Batman’s composed, observantnature.

Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or movie making, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how youcan join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family!

To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast

If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at [email protected] . We’d loveto hear from you!

🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents:

• [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca
• [UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health. Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice

• [USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

What makes a great teacher? According to Professor Dave Fracchia, it’s not about exams—it’s about Curiosity and Improvisation. 💡Join Fraser for an inspiring look at the Centre for Digital Media in Vancouver BC, where Dr Dave helps students turn big ideas into real apps. Discover why Dave spent 10 years in university, how he uses 'Business Improv' in the classroom, and his powerful advice for kids on finding joy in their work.

Inside this episode:

• 🧠 Why 'Curiosity' is a student’s ultimate superpower.
• 🏛️ A sneak peek at the Canadian Video Game Museum (CVGM.ca).
• 🏫 Advice for kids who want to become teachers or professors.

#Education #StudentSuccess #DigitalMedia #BCED#STEMtoSTEAM #ParentingTips #Curiosity #JoinTheFray #FutureReady"

Inside this episode:

• 03:22 - What does a professor do?
• 05:24 - What student tech project was the most exciting to help work on?
• 12:59 - How does a kid make their own video game?
• 14:32- What is a personality super power that students need to know about?

Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or movie making, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how you can join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family!

To share feedback on each episode and have a chance at a shoutout in a future show, leave a Comment here on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast

If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story, give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at [email protected] . We’d love to hear from you!

🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents:

• [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca
• [UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice

• [USA]CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture