Meet Quan Ly, Founder of Evil Corporation Brewing.

By day, Quan Ly is a Chartered Professional Accountant and founder of McRally, a boutique fractional CFO services firm helping small businesses across Canada. By night, he’s the co-owner of Evil Corporation Brewing, a playful yet passionate brand dedicated to “world domination through quality craft beer.” Named one of Avenue Magazine's Top 40 Under 40 for 2024, Quan is a true entrepreneur whose passion for craft beer and creativity led to the birth of Evil Corp Brewing in 2018.

Outside of his brewing ventures, Quan keeps himself motivated through working out, reading, golfing, and sharing motivational content on his Instagram. Join us as Quan shares his journey from CPA to brewery co-owner, Evil Corporation’s unique brand story, and his perspective on balancing a professional career with a growing craft beer empire.

Guest:

Quan Ly: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok

Evil Corp Brewing: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website

Host:

• Mark Kondrat: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website
• Explore84: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website

I first met Rebekah in 2023 after her first amateur boxing match.  We discussed her amazing journey from being bedridden and almost having her leg amputated to competing as a boxer

That first boxing match was supposed to be a one-and-done - just ask her daughter!  But Rebekah called me recently to tell me that she was making plans to get back in the ring - and I needed to know why.

In this episode, Rebekah shares her WHY behind the decision to get back in the ring.  She has some unfinished business and wants one more fight to help close this chapter of her life.  Rebekah is such an inspiration - her journey shows us all what is possible in life if we are willing to fight for it!

Guest:
Rebekah Goedbloed: Instagram

Host:

• Mark Kondrat: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website
• Explore84: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website

Meet Jessica Schafer, psychotherapist and founder of My Inner Harbour, a membership-based self-care space for the mind, body and spirit in Nanaimo, British Columbia.

With over a decade of experience in mental health, Jessica witnessed two major challenges her clients faced: the struggle to practice meaningful self-care and the isolating effects of loneliness, which made everything more difficult.

Driven by a desire to address these issues, Jessica founded My Inner Harbour, a unique drop-in space designed as a "gym" for the mind, body, and spirit. Her mission is to make self-care accessible, foster resilience, and create a supportive community where authentic connections thrive.

In this episode, Jessica opens up about her transition from psychotherapist to entrepreneur, the inspiration behind My Inner Harbour, and how she’s building a space where healing, connection, and hope are at the forefront.

Guest:

Jessica Schafer: LinkedIn | Website

My Inner Harbour: Instagram | Facebook | Website

Host:

• Mark Kondrat: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website
• Explore84: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website

Meet Marlo Brausse, a former Probation Officer turned entrepreneur.  Marlo opened Barre Body Studio in 2013, Calgary's first barre studio. She has won multiple awards as a small business entrepreneur and fitness instructor and launched Barre Body On Demand in 2020. 

As an Integrative Somatic Therapy Practitioner and SPIRITUS Breathwork Facilitator since 2023, Marlo helps clients with nervous system regulation - which we discuss in great detail.

Most importantly, Marlo is also a mother of three amazing kids and a passionate runner.

Guest:

• Marlo Brausse Wellness Inc: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

Host:

• Mark Kondrat: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website
• Explore84: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website

Meet Natacha Mdawar - Yoga Teacher, Public Speaker, and Co-Founder of X Path. Born in Lebanon and raised in Canada, Natacha has spent her life embracing the power of individuality and connection.

Natacha’s passion for human connection and storytelling drives everything she does—whether teaching yoga, speaking publicly, or co-creating X Path, a creative hub set to launch in Montreal in 2025. X Path blends movement, storytelling, and public speaking to empower individuals to discover their unique voices and foster meaningful connections.

In this episode, Natacha shares her transformative journey with yoga, which has helped her feel safe in her body, process emotions, and embrace self-discovery. She discusses the tools she uses to inspire others—movement, breathwork, and storytelling—and how they can unlock healing and creativity.

Join us as Natacha talks about the profound power of human connection, the importance of authenticity, and her mission to help others embrace their unique journeys.

Guest:
Natacha Mdawar: Instagram | LinkedIn
X Path: Instagram

Host:
Mark Kondrat: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website
Explore84:  Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website 

Host:

• Mark Kondrat: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website
• Explore84: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website

Meet Cheryl Berger, Executive Assistant to the VP of HR at Bombardier Aerospace. 

Cheryl’s career journey is anything but ordinary, working in industries such as architecture and finance, to aerospace and beyond. Her life story is one of resilience, shaped by overcoming personal trauma, and a serious accident, and navigating life’s unexpected turns with curiosity and hope.

In this episode, Cheryl shares how she balances a demanding career with passions like scuba diving and outdoor adventures. She also opens up about finding joy after hardship, learning self-compassion, and embracing life with a renewed mindset.

Join us as Cheryl reflects on how pursuing joy and self-forgiveness have become central to her journey toward peace and fulfillment.

Guest:
Cheryl Berger:  LinkedIn 

Host:
Mark Kondrat: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website
Explore84:  Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website 

Host:

• Mark Kondrat: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website
• Explore84: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website

Meet Jochen Fahr, founder of Brauerei Fahr, the award-winning brewery celebrated for its authentic German beers. Born in Ebringen, Germany, Jochen turned his passion for brewing into a thriving business. But in 2023, after losing both his brother to ALS and his father shortly after, Jochen found himself reevaluating life’s priorities.

Determined to find a sense of clarity and resilience, Jochen began a daily fitness routine at F45, using physical movement as a tool for healing. This journey inspired him to take on HYROX, a gruelling fitness challenge combining running and strength training, and sign up for his first-ever marathon.

In this episode, Jochen opens up about his journey to personal wellness, how fitness became a cornerstone of his healing process, and the lessons he’s learned about setting goals, finding balance, and prioritizing mental and physical wellbeing.


Guest:
Jochen Fahr: LinkedIn
Fahr Beer: Instagram | Facebook | Website

Host:
Mark Kondrat: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website
Explore84:  Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website 

Host:

• Mark Kondrat: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website
• Explore84: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website

This week on the podcast, we are joined once again by our good friend Lochlin Cross to chat about Mark's upcoming 28-day Yoga Challenge using the new Explore84 App!

After a hockey injury left Lochlin with a broken tailbone, he reluctantly turned to yoga to aid his recovery. What started as a physical necessity became a life-changing practice, and Lochlin embraced yoga for its mental, physical, and spiritual benefits.

Years later, Lochlin became a yoga instructor himself, hoping to make yoga accessible to everyone—including beer-loving, hockey-playing folks who might not see themselves in a yoga studio. In this episode, Lochlin shares his journey from skeptic to instructor and offers Mark insights as he embarks on his 28-day challenge.

Tune in to learn how yoga can support physical recovery, mental well-being, and spiritual growth—even if it feels outside your comfort zone.

• Follow Lochlin:  Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | X | YouTube
• Follow Explore84:  Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website 

Host:

• Mark Kondrat: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website
• Explore84: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website

Meet Michael Allemeier - Certified Master Chef and Instructor of Culinary Arts at SAIT Polytechnic. After years of enduring painful arthritis from the demands of a high-energy kitchen career, Michael recently underwent a full hip replacement.

Michael shares the physical and mental challenges that came with his journey to recovery and offers insights into how healing his body has also opened doors to mental and emotional renewal. He emphasizes the importance of self-care in the culinary industry, urging young chefs to invest in their physical health to sustain long careers.

Join us as Chef Michael reflects on his career, his personal journey, and the lessons he’s learned about resilience, wellness, and the interconnectedness of body and mind.

• Follow Michael Allemeier:  Instagram | LinkedIn 
• Follow Explore84:  Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website 

Host:

• Mark Kondrat: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website
• Explore84: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website

Meet Steve Rio -  spiritual coach, entrepreneur, and Co-Founder of Enfold Institute. As a key figure in the psychedelic renaissance, Steve sits on the board of TheraPsil and advises leading companies in this space. His life’s work is to raise consciousness and help people realize their full potential. 

Enfold offers a unique psycho-spiritual model for healing and growth, combining psychedelic intensives, coaching, and community support. They are world leaders in the safe and sacred use of 5-MeO-DMT, helping individuals heal trauma, expand their consciousness, and unlock their true potential. 

For Steve and his wife Austin, Enfold is the culmination of their life’s work—a sacred calling to serve and elevate others during their most transformative moments.

Join us for an inspiring conversation as we explore Steve’s journey, his work with Enfold, and his approach to expanding consciousness and healing trauma in an intentional community 🌿 

• Follow Steve:  Instagram 
• Follow Enfold: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website
• Follow Explore84:  Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | LinkedIn | Website 

Host:

• Mark Kondrat: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website
• Explore84: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website