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- #73 Dan Verbeek: Live & Learn
This week we sit down with Dan Verbeek to discuss a wide range of topics. We touch on AI and the fears surrounding instant gratification as well as community and skill loss. We then discuss media, social experiments and tech. We end the conversation with Dan's experience as a teacher and what he has tried to instill in others to leave his version of a legacy.
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on March 18th 2024.2 hr 30 min - #72 Harlan Havig: Maker on a Mission
This week we sit down with Harlan Havig, a community minded individual who works with the Mission Farmers Market as well as operates the Mission Makers Group. We dive into Harlan's life experience after a stroke, as well as his faith journey as a Jehovah's Witness. We discuss community development, local issues around plants and trees, AI tools, audiobooks, neuroscience, and the passion behind Harlan's community involvement.
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.
We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on March 15th 2024.2 hr 46 min - #71 Connie Hackett: A love for LocalThis week we sit down with Connie Hackett, an advocate for local tourism and a social media influencer. We have an incredible conversation regarding Abbotsford and its history, arts, culture, and tourism. Connie shares her passion for local community as well as some wild experiences spanning from Janes Walks to Disneyland. We wrap up with some insight into her journey with social media and how Connie navigates the ups and downs, the value it brings, and some helpful advice for others.You can find Connie on instagram or Tiktok @constancelhIf you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on March 11th 2024.1 hr 52 min
- #70 Hala Oweis & Kayla Brouwer: The Definition of FriendshipThis week we sit down with Hala and Kayla, two friends with some very interesting stories. We dive into Hala's origins in Dubai and how she plans to make a name for herself, as well as Kayla's greatest achievements and some snacky anecdotes. We focus on social media, behavioral sciences, and the meaning of friendship.Feel free to also listen in to episode #57 with Kayla Brouwer.If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on March 5th 2024.1 hr 54 min
- #69 Jerome Carretas: Movement is Life
This week we sit down with Jerome Carretas, a personal trainer at OPEX Fitness and Wellness in Abbotsford. We discuss fitness, training, and what healthy really means. We chat about jiujitsu, determination, discipline and professional Kizomba dancing.
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on November 27th 20232 hr 1 min - #68 Daryl Rolleman: From Dentistry to Discipline
This week we sit down with Daryl Rolleman, a regular on the show and someone with unique perspectives on life. We dive into a lengthy discussion on dentistry, parenting and babies, and then Daryl opens up about his past and how it changed him for the better. We touch on the evolution of AI and media, our love of audiobooks, and finish up with a conversation about pushing ourselves to be more disciplined in our daily lives.
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on February 22nd 20242 hr 30 min - #67 Tiani Foster: Sundry StagesThis week we sit down with Tiani Foster, a local actor and community enthusiast. We discuss her love of theatre and past experiences on stage, growing up with a huge family, recreational therapy, poetry, her work with Jesters Theatre, and Tiani's experience with Diabetes.For more information on Jesters Theatre visit Jesters.caNovember is Diabetes awareness month, please take this opportunity to learn more about this issue that effects over 5.7 million Canadians.If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on November 15th 20232 hr 28 min
- #66 Rylo Kinn: I Write Therefore I AmThis week we sit down with popular local author and writer Rylo Kinn, famous for his dark fantasy novel "Drakonia: The Dragon's Flute" which is the first in an ongoing saga. We discuss his experiences and the impact writing has had on his life. We also dive into imposter syndrome, navigating social media, and how the book came to be.Drakonia: The Dragon's Flute is available at Chapters, Coles, and Indigo including Seven oaks mall and on Amazon and Kindle.If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on November 20th 20231 hr 36 min
- #65 Maja Hampson: Conservation & InspirationThis week we sit down with Maja Hampson, a conservation biologist and local author, to discuss her journey as a biologist working to protect our endangered BC species as well as her experience as a writer, her process, and what drives her to create.If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on November 13th 20232 hr 12 min
- #64 Dereck Dirom: Shifting Gearbots
This week we sit down with teacher and entrepreneur Dereck Dirom, the creator of Makerspace and Gearbots in the Fraser Valley. Gearbots is a program designed for kids to embrace their inner innovator and promote applied and hands-on learning.
You can find out more at gearbots.org or @gearbots on Instagram
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.
We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on November 6th 20232 hr 6 min
About The Modern Rustic
From the publisher's feed
A community based podcast recorded in the heart of the Fraser Valley, where your host Russell Reitsema invites guests to join him for lively conversations to promote, discuss, argue, laugh, and learn…
while exchanging new ideas through classic conversation. Where we delve into the passions, pursuits, and professions of people of all walks of life. Where we celebrate our community and discuss the changing world and the impact we have on it.