The Open Road Podcast

Jeremy sings the blues while wallowing in a mid-February funk. His cool new toy can't even bring him up for air. Calvin desperately seeks some social advice from Jer regarding a number of issues in his new workplace. The guys also discuss the hard truth about what happens when you roll the dice.

This is everyday adventure at it's finest.

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This week we chat with Jeremy Slate, who helps people share their stories on podcasts. Yes... this is a podcast about podcasts!

Learn more about what Jeremy does, and get some free resources at;

https://commandyourbrand.media/

Calvin and Jeremy talk about their brave moments from the previous week to pick up on where they left off with their previous guest, Emily Ann Peterson.

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This week, we dive into the topic of bravery. Our guest is an expert on the subject, and shares her journey of dreaming big, wrestling with anxiety and the need to be brave in the everyday.

Author, podcast host, musician, composer, Emily is truly living everyday adventure!

The boys also mourn the loss of Calvin's beloved old truck, as it is deemed a "total loss" after he decided to drive it into a tree. Jeremy sets himself up with some LARGE expectations for his annual ski trip to BC.

Get Emily's book (Bare Naked Bravery - How to Be Creatively Courageous), free stuff and other great content at:

https://www.emilyannpeterson.com/

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Jeremy and Calvin give you a "State of the Podcast" update. There have been highs, lows, and everything in between.

They also announce a few exciting changes to the format of the show for the new year and new season of the podcast. This slight format change is aimed at getting better content from us and our guests in less time.

They also share a little from their holiday adventures. Get an inside peek Calvin's exploration of the Sunshine State and of Jeremy's family reunions.

Slightly new format, same old fun.

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*Interview starts at 8:30*

Jeremy gets out of the house and heads to St. Catharines to catch up with Texas King in their beautiful band van. They have just returned to Ontario after their first cross country tour. Get their new album CIRCLES wherever you buy or stream music!

Follow them on Instagram: @texaskingband

Jer and Calvin also provide you with their holiday gift ideas. Brilliant advice from two VERY organized dudes.

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*Interview starts at 14:05*

This week on the show we bring on expert woodworker Brian MacAllister (@bjmacwoodwork) to chat about tiny house living and woodworking. He also shares his opinion around what Jer and Calvin should do with their broken RV...

Follow along on YouTube - things are about to get busier on his channel!

https://www.youtube.com/user/Learnwoodwork

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This week, the boys bring on their dear friend Tyrone to talk about the adventures that can happen when you raise the stakes.

Find out how a humble fishing weekend has turned into an annual competition of skill, perseverance and honour. You will also learn who won the trophy and bragging rights until next year.

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This week on the show we welcome Jay Whitelaw - founder of "Givesome." It's a smartphone app is changing the way people perceive giving, by showing the clear impact of every dollar that is donated. Jay has big plans to change the world, and in this week's show you will hear that he is well on his way!

We are also having a GIVEAWAY! If you download the app on iOS or Android and DM us a screenshot of the downloaded app to our Instagram (@openroadpod), we will give you a $10 Givecard to fund future projects! Cool! The first 10 people will be sent a card in the mail.

Will there be any wires in the future?

Is Home Depot better than Home Hardware?

All that and more on this week's show!

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In the episode, Jeremy and Calvin talk about their busy Septembers. Travelling, pumpkin spice, Cirque du Soleil, camping, biking and tattoos are all on the agenda. Adventure abounds!

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