The Keeping It Positive Podcast

The Keeping It Positive Podcast

By Ryan BenoitLeisure
Download on the App Store

The Keeping It Positive Podcast episodes

  • Episode 40 - William Aiello: Being Authentically Yourself!

    To know this guy is to absolutely love him. Wherever he goes, his attitude, personality, and demeanor are contagious in the best way possible. He is the definition of an uplifting person.


    Will is, hands down, one of the best people you’ll ever meet. His smile, kindness, and generosity truly make the world a better place. People gravitate toward him because of the genuine way he carries himself. He has so much love to give, and it shows in everything he does, especially in his role as a CTV morning anchor in the Ottawa region. We first met when he moved to Sudbury and worked at the CTV office for many years. Our community quickly embraced him as one of our own because of his easygoing personality, positivity, and kindness. No matter where he is, he leaves a positive impact.

    In this episode, we cover a bit of everything, his early life growing up in Ottawa and how things have come full circle, his career in Sudbury and Kitchener, the experiences that shaped him along the way, and ultimately returning home to his dream job hosting morning television in Ottawa. This is someone who truly deserves all the success in the world. He’s the definition of success in regards to doing what you love every single day. He shows up with a smile, an attitude of gratitude, and a genuine love for life.

    I can’t wait for you to listen to this incredible episode. It was such an honour to reconnect with him. He’s the kind of person after you are finished talking with him, you feel so much better, like your heart is just a little more full.

    1 hr 11 min
  • Episode 39 - Sara Campbell: Creativity is infinite!

     I truly can’t thank Sara enough for such an incredible experience. Being around her is extremely special. Her personality and character are so uplifting, and she brings such great energy wherever she goes.

    She has already accomplished so much in her life, which is both inspiring and incredibly impressive. In this episode, we talk about a little bit of everything. We start by discussing her experience growing up as a synchronized swimmer and what she learned from that chapter of her life. We also dive into her impressive career path, including working with multiple OHL teams such as the Sudbury Wolves and the London Knights, as well as her time with the Vancouver Canucks. She now works for the National Hockey League as a senior manager of in game communications.

    We also talk about her passions for volunteering, writing, and traveling. She is such an interesting person with so much to offer the world. Simply by being who she is, she makes the world a better place. She always strives to stay happy, positive, and easygoing. She is constantly challenging herself, putting herself in situations that help her grow and learn as much as possible. I feel incredibly grateful to have a friend like her, and I know that everyone who knows her feels the exact same way.

    1 hr 18 min
  • Episode 38 - Bryan Cooper: Humility, Gratefulness, and Generosity

    I can’t thank Bryan enough for taking the time, this was such an unbelievable conversation. His mindset, perspective, and attitude are absolutely incredible. Bryan is truly a shining light in this world and in our community. Everywhere he goes, he shows love for Sudbury and makes people feel appreciated. The way he carries himself, with humility, gratitude, and generosity, it is something special.


    When you turn on the radio in the morning on Pure Country with him and Josh, you’re greeted with positivity and nothing but uplifting energy.

    In this episode, we talk a lot about the radio industry, his experiences, doing play by play announcing with the Sudbury Wolves, his family life, his faith, being part of the special community of Sudbury Ontario, and so much more. This amazing human being truly has a heart of gold, and I’m so grateful to call him a friend.

    1 hr 17 min
  • Episode 37 - Sarah Beskorowany: You never lose. You either win or you learn

    Back at it this week with another great episode! Whoever knows Sarah loves Sarah. She’s a ball of amazing energy and a true example of positivity, she always sees the good in people and in every situation.


    In this episode, we talk about a little bit of everything: her career path, world traveling, motherhood, and the wisdom she’s learned along the way. She’s probably one of the funniest people I’ve ever met. Her personality is absolutely incredible in the best way possible.

    1 hr 7 min
  • Episode 36 - Rob Dubois: The best gift you can give someone is your time!

    Whoever knows Rob knows that when you talk with him, you’re talking to a pure soul. The way he carries himself, the way he treats people, and the way he makes people feel whenever he’s around, it’s so special. He’s such an amazing guy with an incredibly caring heart. Wherever he goes, he brings kindness and so much good. Whatever he does, he goes all in!

    58 min
  • Episode 35 - Hugh Kruzel: Everyone has a story

    This week’s guest is usually the one doing the interviewing, but this time, the roles are reversed. He is the perfect example of putting yourself out there, connecting with anyone, and giving the greatest gift of all: your time. He treats everyone with genuine respect and spreads kindness wherever he goes. You can find him anywhere with a smile on his face, sharing joy simply by being who he is, and through his incredible talent as a writer and storyteller. His impact on the Sudbury community and beyond is truly special. I’m incredibly grateful to call him a dear friend.

    1 hr 34 min
  • Episode 34 - Jean-Paul Courtemanche: It takes a village to do something special!

    JP absolutely crushed it. The perfect guest to start the new year! When you think of genuinely good hearted people who are truly making a positive impact in everything they do, JP is one of the first persons that comes to mind. I’m beyond grateful to call him a friend and a role model. His mindset is all about giving your best, believing in yourself, and knowing that anyone can make a difference. He shared so many powerful nuggets of wisdom that genuinely gave me goosebumps

    1 hr 10 min
  • Episode 33 - Kevin Kincaid: The fire has always been burning, since the world has been turning

    This episode was absolutely amazing and so much fun to create. It was incredible to catch up with such an amazing human being. Kevin is a phenomenal producer, director, and actor, but even more impressive is the person he is.


    We first met when I was chosen to be featured on an AMI production, Mind Your Business, a series that highlights disabled entrepreneurs and how we overcome challenges. From that experience, I gravitated toward Kevin right away. He’s a true class act: personable, kind-hearted, and genuinely good to his core. He’s the perfect person for projects like this.

    We laughed nonstop. We talked for about half an hour before I even hit record, and I remember saying, “This is incredible, I should’ve been recording from the start.” His response? “I thought you were recording.” We honestly could’ve talked for hours.

    We covered a little bit of everything, his career, working with AMI, chasing down robbers trying to steal from us, his philosophy on life, and so much more. This conversation was an absolute blast. Kevin is the kind of guy you want in your corner, someone who fills your heart with laughter, love, and everything in between. Kevin is one of a kind, and I’m incredibly grateful to call him a friend.

    1 hr 22 min
  • Episode 31 - Dania Johanson: Being our authentic selves and bringing the energy

    This week, we have another great guest on the podcast, they just keep coming. It was an absolute honour and privilege to have the opportunity to chat with the amazing Dania Johanson. We talked about a bit of everything: her university experience, her incredible career thus far, teaching the Championship Selling course at Laurentian University, and her perspective on what it takes to be successful in the sales industry or in any industry, for that matter.

    1 hr 7 min

About The Keeping It Positive Podcast

From the publisher's feed

The Keeping It Positive Podcast is a podcast that celebrates the power of positivity and the incredible people who embody it. We spotlight individuals who naturally uplift those around them, people…