The Ego Podcast

On episode 19 of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by holistic healers, meditation leaders and owners of Action Compassion Wellness In Vancouver, Larry Li and Teo Supu. Fate brought us together while I was visiting Vancouver in a very neat way here. During these 45 minutes we discuss Larry and Teo's approach to healing and energy work, growing awareness of ego and how meditation has changed both their personal and professional lives drastically. This was a truly special interview that I am very grateful I got to be a part of. For more info about Teo and Larry and what they do, you can visit: http://www.actioncompassion.com/ and www.vamf.ca or follow them on social media @meditationswerve.

This episode was made possible by Comedy Records. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode 18 of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by Yoga and Meditation Instructor, Omkar Gotkhindikar. Omkar is one of my teachers who I studied under at Kashish Yoga School in Goa, India while completing my teacher training. Omkar is a wealth of knowledge and thanks to the strong Skype connection, we were able to chat across the globe (Canada and India) for this interview. We discuss the philosophy of yoga, philanthropy, building community and more! I have learned so much from Omkar and I am so happy that listeners have the opportunity to hear some of the knowledge he shares here.

For more info about Omkar, Aayana Yoga and Kashish Yoga where Omkar teaches, you can visit: https://www.facebook.com/omkar.gotkhindikar and

@omkaryogablr on Instagram. https://www.facebook.com/aayanayoga/ and https://kashishyoga.com/.

This episode was made possible by Comedy Records. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode 17 of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by comedian and head of Comedy Records, Barry Taylor. We chat about how Barry began practicing meditation and yoga and the major improvements he has experienced in his life since. Barry shares his experience working in the entertainment industry and how he tries to identify his ego in various situations. This was a very insightful interview that I thoroughly enjoyed recording. Enjoy! For more information about Barry and Comedy Records you can visit: www.comedyrecords.ca and on social media @comedyrecords.

This episode was made possible by Comedy Records. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode 16 of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by yoga, meditation and community outreach worker, Jesse Buck. We chat about how Jesse uses yoga and meditation in his outreach programs and how he began using tibetan and crystal singing bowls as a way to heal himself and others. We also chat about meditation practices and how they shape the way we think and feel and Jesse shares some of his own process, outlining benefits he has experienced from meditating regularly. I really enjoyed this episode with Jesse and learned a lot from him during this interview. Enjoy! For more info about Jesse, you can visit his website at: jessebuck.ca or on social media @j_buckasana.

This episode was recorded in Toronto and made possible by Comedy Records. Sound editing was completed by Barry Taylor and Justin Ingraldi. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode 15 of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by the hilarious touring comedian, Bryan O'Gorman. This interview was recorded in both Toronto and Vancouver (thank you Skype) and we discuss ideologies around fame, how to keep balanced while working on the road and Bryan's experience with TM meditation. I really enjoyed this interview with Bryan and I'm happy he shared his perspective with listeners. For more information about Bryan and his comedy and tour dates, you can follow him on social media @b.o.g and @BOG_416.

This episode was made possible by Comedy Records. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode 14 of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by Canadian Actor and Artistic Director, Patrick McFadden. Adding to his work in the entertainment world, Patrick is a big advocate for meditation and yoga and attributes these practices as having major positive influences in his life. On this episode we talk about purposes around of money and fame, trusting the universe and Patrick's experience with practicing yoga and meditation.

I really enjoyed recording this episode with Patrick and I'm happy to share here with you. Please enjoy! For more information about Patrick and his work in the film industry, you can visit: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4013848/ and you can follow him on social media @trickmcfadden.

This episode was recorded at the Laughing Vikings Studio in Toronto, Canada. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode 13 of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by the lovely and kind award winning comedian, writer, and speaker, Giulia Rozzi.

I spent some time in New York last month and while I was there, I sat down with Giulia at her home in Brooklyn where we had a great discussion about the entertainment industry, ego, social media and Giulia's approach to meditation.

I learned so much from this bright and insightful woman during this episode. Please enjoy!

This episode was recorded in New York, NY. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode 12 of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by the lovely stand up comedian, writer actress and rapper, Jhanelle Dennis. We discuss the world of spirituality, meditating before performing stand up comedy and all of the crystals Jhanelle has in her purse at the moment. Jhanelle is such a warm energy and bright light to be around and I loved recording this episode with her. For more information regarding Jhanelle and the Runnin at the Mouth rap comedy group she is a part of, you can follow her on social media at @jhanelledennis and @ratmcomedy.

This episode was recorded at the Laughing Vikings Studio in Toronto. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode 11 of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by the very talented and lovely comedy improv duo, Coko and Daphney (Coko Galore and Daphney Joseph)!

We discuss comedy, improv, the entertainment world and Coko and Daphney's unique approaches to meditation. While Daphney practices a more traditional form of seated meditations, Coko practices active mindfulness and each guest explains how these areas help both themselves an each other. This was such a wonderful interview and our first duo-interview on the podcast that I'm very excited to share with listeners. For more info about Coko and Daphney, you can visit their social media @cokoanddaphney and on Coko's website: http://cokogalore.com/.

This episode was recorded at the Laughing Vikings studio in Toronto. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode ten of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by yoga and meditation instructor, Amanda Stokes. We discuss Amanda's process coming into meditation and mindfulness as well as becoming an instructor. We also chat about the philosophies of yoga and Amanda's style of teaching, which includes her focus around the chakras and how to be mindful of these areas during meditation.

This episode was recorded at the Laughing Vikings studio in Toronto. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.