Juxtaposed Journeys

This episode covers Sam Thiara, who’s a lecturer at the Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, Canada. In addition to that, Sam has mentored hundreds and engaged thousands of students and professionals over the years with Ignite the Dream Coaching and Consulting, as he has these individuals work towards whatever it is they feel destined to do in life.

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Sam is also the author of books such as Personal Storytelling: Discovering the Extraordinary in the Ordinary and Lost and Found: Seeking the Past and Finding Myself, where Sam travels to India and documents his experience searching for his grandfather’s village, armed with little more than a faded photograph to guide him.

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The conversation ranges from some of Sam’s influences, to meaningful interactions and moments he’s had over the years. Sam is truly a storyteller, with each story having some powerful life lessons within them.

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Sam’s Website: http://www.sam-thiara.com/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sthiara/

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Instagram: @samthiara

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Twitter: @Sam_Thiara

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This episode covers Dave Fairman, who’s a filmmaker based in Lansing, Michigan. Dave summarizes himself as a director, writer and editor on his website. He also has a podcast called INDIEfinitive, where he documents his journey as a filmmaker, and has discussions with other individuals in the industry.

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The conversation ranges from Dave’s current project, to influences, and overall tips he has for other aspiring filmmakers. Dave’s website has the tagline “I just like to make stuff. Hope you like some of it.” So be sure to follow the links below to stay updated on the kind of things that Dave’s making.

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Main website: https://davefairman.com/

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Instagram: @davefairman

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Twitter: @davidfairman

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Debt (Film): https://debtthemovie.com/

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Aaron Sorkin Filmography: https://letterboxd.com/writer/aaron-sorkin/

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Movers & Shakas Program: https://www.moversandshakas.org/

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Interested in being featured in a future episode? Find Juxtaposed Journeys on PodMatch and request an interview, or send an e-mail to [email protected] for further inquiries.

This episode covers Rob Cook, who’s the host of the Contenders Wanted Podcast. Contenders Wanted is a platform where successful people share their stories on how they were able to relentlessly pursue their dreams without sacrificing their family, faith, health, or other areas that have a high importance to them.

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The conversation ranges from what inspired Rob to start Contenders Wanted to begin with, memorable interactions he’s had on his path, and overall lessons he’s learned since he started podcasting.

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Contenders Wanted Website: https://www.contenderswanted.com/

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Rob Cook’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/contenderswanted/

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Rob Cook’s e-mail: [email protected]

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Editor RB on Twitter: @gettuffstaytuff

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Interested in being featured in a future episode? Find Juxtaposed Journeys on PodMatch and request an interview, or send an e-mail to [email protected] for further inquiries.

This episode covers Jenn Carpenter, who’s the founder of the brick and mortar bookstore Deadtime Stories: True Crime and Other Books. The Lansing, Michigan based store just celebrated their one year anniversary on October 16.

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The conversation ranges from Jenn’s ties to the state of Michigan in all of her projects, some of her top podcast influences, and even her experience living in one of the most haunted private residences in Michigan.

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Deadtime Stories Website: https://www.deadtimestories517.com/

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Scream Queen Productions (Podcast and Future Events): https://screamqueen517.com/

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Jenn Carpenter’s Personal Website: https://jenncarpenter.com/

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City Pulse’s Top of the Town Voting Ballot: https://www.lansingcitypulse.com/tott2020/index.html#//

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Plague Doctor Uniform Overview: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plague_doctor_costume#:~:text=The%20mask%20had%20two%20small,labdanum%2C%20myrrh%2C%20and%20storax

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Plague Doctor Uniform Origin:

https://www.thetravel.com/why-did-plague-doctors-have-beaks/

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Editor RB on Twitter: @gettuffstaytuff

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Interested in being featured in a future episode? Find Juxtaposed Journeys on PodMatch and request an interview, or send an e-mail to [email protected] for further inquiries.

This episode covers Chris Smith and Mike Goncalves of the Wraith Chasers, which is a paranormal organization composed of Chris, Brannon Smith and Mike. You may know them as the Tennessee Wraith Chasers from shows such as Ghost Asylum, Haunted Towns and Haunted Live on the Travel Channel with Doogie and Scott Porter also being heavily involved in their investigating.

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The conversation ranges from what first got them involved in the paranormal field, to some of their most profound evidence, and even what it was like working with Demi Lovato on the new series Unidentified, which just launched on Peacock TV on September 30.

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The Wraith Chasers Website: https://thewraithchasers.com/

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Facebook and Instagram: @wraithchasers

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Twitter: @Wraith_Chasers

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Chris Instagram: @christwc

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Mike Instagram: @miketwc

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Interested in being featured in a future episode? Find Juxtaposed Journeys on PodMatch and request an interview, or send an e-mail to [email protected] for further inquiries.

This episode covers Dr. Amy Novotny, who is the founder of the Pain Awareness Breathing Relief (PABR) Institute. The PABR method is a holistic approach to restoring the body to its full potential by using the body’s own nervous system. Amy’s methods have helped people not only reduce and eliminate pain, but have also helped with stress, anxiety, orthopedic surgeries, sleep issues and the need for medications.

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The conversation ranges from her experience co-authoring several Amazon #1 Best-Selling books, to her running accomplishments that include over 40 marathons and 10 ultra marathons, and even her experience photographing Emperor Penguins in Antarctica.

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PABR Institute website: https://pabrinstitute.com/

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Amy’s e-mail: [email protected]

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Editor RB Roe on Twitter: @gettuffstaytuff

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Interested in being featured in a future episode? Find Juxtaposed Journeys on PodMatch and request an interview, or send an e-mail to [email protected] for further inquiries.

This episode covers Zack Lawson, who contributes guitar and vocals to the Lansing, Michigan based band The Dead Lennies. The group is also composed of Spiz on guitar and Nate Smith on bass.

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The conversation ranges from how the band got started, Zack’s creative influences, whether they be musicians or authors, and ultimately how those two types of creators influence what The Dead Lennies do creatively. Spoiler alert, the band name itself is in fact a reference to John Steinbeck’s novella Of Mice and Men.

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The Dead Lennies on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedeadlennies

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCafhwmKEKn_Qwskp1b9vJUw

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0rAV5FsESbbSWjEPZEyHXz?si=5ay750wOSw-raum21PyvaA&nd=1

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Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-dead-lennies/1464784849

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Lakebottom Recording House: https://www.facebook.com/lakebottom

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$hitty Generic Rant$ on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3OkMReYx6cUGLppMNDMFrZ

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Pinkerton backstory: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/how-weezers-pinkerton-went-from-embarrassing-to-essential-105567/

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Editor RB Roe on Twitter: @gettuffstaytuff

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Interested in being featured in a future episode? Find Juxtaposed Journeys on PodMatch and request an interview, or send an e-mail to [email protected] for further inquiries.

This episode covers Annie Curle, aka Springrooove, who’s an illustrator based in Michigan. Annie is the mind behind the comic It Strikes a Chord, which can be found on Webtoon.

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The conversation ranges from her creative process, her influences (whether they be musically, literary or even a cat themed book shop), and overall lessons she’s learned along the way being a freelance illustrator.

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Twitter and Instagram: @springrooove

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Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/springrooove

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Blink-182 Info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Take_Off_Your_Pants_and_Jacket

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Sleepy Cat Books: https://bookshop.org/shop/sleepycatbooks

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Manga Info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manga

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Sailor Moon History: https://geishaworld.fandom.com/wiki/Sailor_Moon_(Manga)

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Uncut Gems Details: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncut_Gems_(soundtrack)#:~:text=The%20%22cosmically%20synthesized%22%20score%20uses,new%2Dage%20duo%20Emerald%20Web

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Daniel Lopatin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0RAmNU5Es8

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Editor RB Roe on Twitter: @gettuffstaytuff

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Interested in being featured in a future episode? Find Juxtaposed Journeys on PodMatch and request an interview, or send an e-mail to [email protected] for further inquiries.

This episode covers Dave Foy, who started brewing beer back in 2001. His creations can be found on Untappd under the name Foy Boy’s. Dave is also a founding member of the Holt Home Brewer’s Association, which shares home brews and guest beers monthly in the homes of various members.

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The conversation ranges from what got him into brewing beer to begin with, his experience working at facilities like Old Nation and Eaglemonk, and some of the finer details surrounding brewing beer. So maybe crack open a tall boy as you listen to this conversation… unless you’re at work or driving.

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Dave Foy contact: [email protected]

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Foy Boy’s on Untappd: https://untappd.com/foysbravenewbrew

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Maibock History: https://www.americancraftbeer.com/what-the-hell-is-a-maibock/

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bock

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Not Your Father’s Root Beer Distribution: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20150618005822/en/Not-Your-Father%E2%80%99s-Root-Beer-Announces-National-Roll-out

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https://www.craftbrewingbusiness.com/news/remember-not-your-fathers-root-beer-its-coming-back-with-a-new-brand-focus-and-a-lemonade/

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Editor RB on Twitter: @gettuffstaytuff

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Interested in being featured in a future episode? Send an e-mail to [email protected] for further inquiries.

This episode covers Jarrod and Chelsey Church, who own and operate Church Card Co. The business operates in buying, selling and trading sports cards and memorabilia. Their website contains football, basketball and baseball cards, and they even host box breaking events and occasional giveaways.

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The conversation ranges from some notable players they’ve had in their collection, lessons they’ve learned since starting the business, and their overall long-term vision for the company. Jarrod and Chelsey even cover how they were able to turn a childhood hobby into a full circle investment that they intend to pass on to future generations.

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Church Card Co. Website: https://churchcardco.com/

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Facebook, Twitter and Instagram: @churchcardco

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Joe Burrow Info: https://www.si.com/nfl/bengals/gm-report/joe-burrow-rookie-breakdown

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Justin Herbert Info: https://www.chargers.com/news/justin-herbert-offensive-rookie-of-the-year-2020-nfl-honors

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Lebron James Info: https://ca.nba.com/news/who-is-the-greatest-player-of-all-time-lebron-james-or-michael-jordan/1nlr33scwzp1r10lzt0phxyz08

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Sports Card Grading: https://www.cardboardconnection.com/collecting-101/sports-card-grading-101

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PSA: https://www.psacard.com/

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Editor RB on Twitter: @gettuffstaytuff

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Interested in being featured in a future episode? Send an e-mail to [email protected] for further inquiries.