Every once and a while you meet an artist who knows business — it's not very often — so when you do, try to squeeze as much knowledge from their brain as possible. Doug de Nance is that guy. A guy with business smarts, work ethic, and talent for days.

I might mention it once or twice in this episode — I could listen to Doug talk for days. Hell he could read a phone book and I'd be enthralled. I hope you enjoy an amazing 45-minute conversation with this generous, humble, and talented human. 

LINKS FROM THIS PODCAST

• Doug de Nance Website
• Doug de Nance YouTube
• Doug de Nance LinkedIn
• Doug de Nance Facebook
• Doug de Nance Twitter
• Doug de Nance Instagram
• Trans-Canada Hell Drivers

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Mike Peterson just won two awards for his feature film "Knuckleball" starring Michael Ironside: Best Director and Best Editor. He's written, directed, and produced everything from short films, to commercials, to documentaries, music videos, and feature films.

But as you'll soon learn it hasn't always been a clear path; from struggling in school, to finding his purpose it's been a helluva ride. His story is a rebellious journey that even has him on stage as a punk singer opening for The Smalls. 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCASTMike Peterson on IMDB;  Joan Darling;  Trailer: Lloyd the Conqueror;  Trailer: Fake Blood;  Trailer: Knuckelball;  Canadian Film Centre;  Book: The Blade Itself;  The Smalls

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A legit rock star, photographer, cinematographer, improviser, and actor — Rob Mitchelson comes over to Kensington Studio to hang out with Newton the Studio Cat (hello allergies) and I to talk about everything from his two amazing albums, to battling Spotify, to breakfast cereals of yesteryear, and more.

Not one to shy away from tough subjects Rob also talks about the challenges of managing social anxiety and PTSD in the context of the performing arts. And what happens when we become code in a computer?

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCASTRob Mitchelson Website Rob Mitchelson on iTunes Rob Mitchelson on SpotifyLoose Moose Theatre CompanyBuy Rob's Music on CD BabyMOVIE: ExplorersJody QuineHas Spotify Answered its Royalty Problem?This Is SigridMuffetsFlutie Flakes

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It's not everyday you meet someone who was born to be an accountant — but today is that day. Kaitlin is so much a rebel that when she discovered she wasn't allowed to help businesses the way she wanted, she picked up and moved across the country.

There's not many accountants who've created a YouTube Channel to help us navigate the murky waters of business tax – but then there's Kaitlin. Not only that, she built courseware and a program called Captain's Corner to help really navigate business finances.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCASTKaitlin Kirk, CPA Kaitlin Kirk YouTube Kaitlin Kirk FaceBook Captain's Club Improv Embassy Kinkonauts

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He teaches first aid and was Fire Fighter for a time but it wasn't until he witnessed several motorcycle accidents on a ride through the Rocky Mountains that he found his calling, and business, Head On First Aid and Safety.

Standard First Aid training is his bread and button, but he's also teaching specifically for motorcyclists to keep us safe and able to help others in trouble. What should you have in your kit? He'll tell you, and this stuff and the people he's learned from and works with are really cool.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCASTHead On First Aid and Safety  Hit Air Shock Buffering System Too Cool Motorcycle School d30 Impact Protection Alberta Motorcycle Safety Society Quick Clot ZipStitch CycleWorks Rider's Retreat

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It's always a good time hanging out with Calum Lykan, a professional storyteller. Yes, that's his job title and he wears a kilt to work so you know it'll be a fun time chatting about how he found his calling and life's work.

Originally from Scotland, Calum studied his craft at the Scottish Storytelling Centre in Edinburgh and later came to Canada to continue to tell tales from Scotland. He can be found travelling the globe telling stories and you can even buy his CD "Scottish Bedtime Stories" on iTunes.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST Calum Lykan: Storyteller Calum Lykan on Facebook Scottish Storytelling Centre Dogma Training Scottish Bedtime Stories on iTunes Scottish Bedtime Stories on CD Baby ARTICLE: Scottish Bedtime Stories CD Release Rocky Mountain Sidecar Adventures

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From the Netherlands, to Montreal, to Calgary and all points far and wide, please welcome Dave and Immanuela Lawrence. Dave created pop-culture icon, and everyone's favourite banger, 'Terry Cahill', on the stages of The Loose Moose Theatre Company.

Together Dave and Immanuela (along with a cadre of fun-lovin comedians) create incredible shows from stage to screen ... and it's entirely possible they broke a TV network with their last show. No matter what they're doing it starts and ends with a good story.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCASTLoose Moose Theatre Company BOOM Chicago FUBAR Age of Computer FUBAR and FUBAR 2 Terry4Transit Real News Canada Kid Koala

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The passion, curiosity, creativity, and humility of Spencer Estabrooks is mind-bending on a scale only jerk robots could ever understand. Spencer is a filmmaker, director, writer, producer, a-swinger-of-maces, all 'round great guy, and who taught us there are no safe words in Orcish.

We talk about Sharkasaurus, Kaiju, Bears, Dungeons and Dragons, funding films, how to get the most out of a KETO DIET, the importance of beer, and why ROBOTS ARE JERKS—oh and Zombie Western is an amazing film genre!

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCASTGraphic Novel: Sharkasaurus Short Film: Sharkasaurus Paleontology World: Concavenator Short Film: The Hunt Spencer Estabrooks IMDB One Hit Die The Fantasy Network Bleeding Arts Industries Documentary: Aleberta Independent Production Fund Alberta Foundation of the Arts Telus Storyhive Grants

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Oliver Sherwood rebelled by suiting up and grabbing his briefcase and went to work at his nine-to-five job. He rebelled again and said goodbye to the suit and tie and started his own business.

He could be the poster-child for rebellious entrepreneur: his work ethic is unstoppable, loves crazy socks, rides motorcycles, and when he's able spends the best days out fly-fishing — you know, when he's not building his empire.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCASTDrivert.ca Clark Shoes Street, Somerset, UK Rocky Mountain Sidecar Adventures Friday Sock Company Honda Africa Twin Fish Tales Fly Shop

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Dani Morin owns two businesses and currently lives in Arizona. She ran Machine Nightclub, holds two Red Seals for welding, never stops learning, creates gorgeous gothic-art-deco-steampunk-style jewellery, and she is totally kickass.

We talk about being a woman in the trades, bending steel to her will, her passion for Wasteland Weekend, dirt biking, firearms, and her never-ending pursuit of higher education. Calling her a rebel is an understatement.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCASTDark Sparkle Designs on Etsy Dark Sparkle Designs on Facebook Dark Sparkle Designs on Instagram The Spark and Sparkles Boutique on Facebook Wasteland Weekend BOOKS: Emmy Jackson, Empty Cradle TRAILER: The Man in the High Castle Thrive: Freeze Dried Food Lord Spud's Motorcycle Emporium and Habberdashery

Marc Morin - SSB/DSD logos: www.marcmorin.com www.impello.com

Jeff Vaillancourt - Photographer www.facebook.com/Vaillancourt.Photography.ATX/

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