the UNCOMMODiFiED Podcast

What can the perfect stranger you meet on the pages of a book or on Instagram teach you about yourself and the life you must live?

In this UNCORKED conversation, I chat with Justin Marlowe. Here's what I discovered about Justin in our DM's, emails, and our 7:38 AM Phone call on Thanksgiving Day … Justin is a new author working hard to birth his book entitled "Perfect Strangers" into the real world for you and me to read and experience. His book combines elements of black culture, racial strife, mental health, pop culture, history, humour, and romance into a tale you will want to read when it finds its place in the crowded world of printed and digital books. Justin is bold, brave, and a bit brash … no man's fool and yet willing to be wise and foolish enough to transcend the din of social media bullshit I see every day and get my full attention.

Justin and I discuss his writing journey and what drove him to write. Inspirational figures in Justin's story. The therapeutic nature of writing and the lessons he has learned along the way. Justin shares that his father has been one of the most influential figures in his story and how writing has helped him gain empathy for the people he has met over the years. He emphasizes the importance of bringing one's unique perspective and contribution to the world and a reminder to pursue creative endeavours despite fear.

PRODUCTION NOTE: WHEN THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED, JUSTIN DID NOT HAVE A PUBLISHING DEAL. GREAT NEWS ... HE DOES NOW!

Tim Windsor

PRODUCER: Kris MacQueen

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What do you and I need to Stand Up to? Speak Out about? Push Back on in our life and world? And WHAT FACTOR AND FORCE ALWAYS BEATS HATE?

Alan Quarry, the founder of HeartBeatsHate joins me to discuss the power of kindness and the importance of standing up to hate. He shares the origins of HeartBeatsHate and how it became a grassroots movement focused on promoting kindness and eradicating hate. Our conversation emphasizes the need for personal change and recognizing and overcoming bias. Alan encourages everyone to become UPSTANDERS instead of bystanders and offers practical ways to stand up to hate. We also discuss the impact of kindness and the danger of complacency.

Tim Windsor

PRODUCER: Kris MacQueen

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This question fuels this UNCORK conversation … Does my heart and mind need to be decolonized? And, does yours? 

Listen in as equity, diversity and inclusion consultant, educator, and devoted community builder Colleen James and I discuss decolonization - Its implications for individuals and society and why we must question and challenge narratives, biases, and systems that perpetuate harm.

Recognizing the need for systemic change to establish authentic spaces of belonging, Colleen has made it her mission to devise innovative solutions that address equity, diversity, and inclusion in workplaces and beyond. In 2022, Colleen's commitment to community service was further exemplified when she was elected as a member of the Regional Council in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.

Our conversation highlights the importance of creating authentic spaces of belonging and amplifying diverse perspectives. We also discuss the role of personal reflection, building relationships, and the need to listen to marginalized voices and challenge deeply held beliefs to create a more equitable and inclusive society.

Additionally, we discuss the importance of bringing your authentic self into any room and the positive impact it can have on others. Our conversation emphasizes the value of authenticity and being present and the need to accept oneself and others without condition. Along the way, we will challenge you to take personal responsibility for addressing societal issues and making positive changes.

Tim Windsor

PRODUCER: Kris MacQueen

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What can a chihuahua named Louie who loves to travel & his Buddy teach me, my grandkids, you, and your children?

In this UNCORK Conversation, I chat with children's author and Louie's best friend, Zach Meyers. Listen in as we explore Zach's personal journey and his journeys with the little dog who has changed his life, the power of persistence, and the importance of giving ourselves permission to do the things we believe we can.

GRAB A COPY OF ZACH'S BOOK

Tim Windsor

PRODUCER: Kris MacQueen

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If you need to find your voice and activate your vision … then this conversation is for you or someone you know.

In this UNCORK Conversation, I chat with TV and movie writer and producer Michael Davison. We discuss the importance of finding one's voice and activating our vision. Michael shares his experiences in the industry and how he has learned to balance collaboration and maintaining his unique voice. We also explore the value of feedback and the need to let go of what we believe is "our precious" to grow and adapt. The conversation emphasizes the importance of taking a long-term perspective and embracing the input of others to create meaningful and impactful work.

Tim Windsor

PRODUCER: Kris MacQueen

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In this UNCORK Conversation, I chin wag with Rob Bell, New York Times Bestselling author of fourteen books and plays, artist, musician, podcaster, and author of a wonderful and wonder-filled new novel entitled WHERE'D YOU PARK YOUR SPACESHIP.

Rob and I discuss the gift of being gracious and tender to our former selves, the inspiration behind his new book and the emotional exchange between the reader and this fantastic tale. We also explore the spiritual dimensions of the book and the themes of beginnings, endings, love, loss, and the magic of bread. The conversation delves into the process of writing this book, the wonder of words, the gift that occurs within us when the weight of grief is lifted off us, and the transformative power of trauma.

Additionally, we discuss the importance of letting go of ill-fitting personas, the wisdom of not resenting what could become life-changing, and the significance of the first note in a song.

Grab a drink. And get ready to meet Heen and Dill Tudd, experience the world of Firdus, and the magic of bread.

Tim Windsor

PRODUCER: Kris MacQueen

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In this UNCORK conversation, Natasha McKenty and I discuss the journey of rescuing animals, specifically dogs. We explore the healing power of animals and the lessons learned from their resilience and ability to trust and forgive.

Natasha emphasizes the rewards of rescuing animals and the importance of patience and commitment in providing a loving home.

Our conversation explores the power of animals in bringing peace and the importance of creating a peaceful environment for them. It emphasizes the significance of caring for animals as a sign of maturity and being a great human. And how animals can affirm kindness and wholeness in humans and encourage spreading kindness and generosity to animals and people.

Some Rescue Liks:

Tim Windsor

PRODUCER: Kris MacQueen

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Listen to this 6-minute & 37-second episode and discover you have a superpower you can release anytime, a superpower that can create powerful positive change and effect for you and others.

That superpower: the questions you choose to ask, not answers or the advice you give, not something you tell, but questions you choose to ask yourself and others.

Tim Windsor

PRODUCER: Kris MacQueen

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We all have "buttons," and when people push them, we respond immediately; sometimes, we respond positively and, most often, negatively. But if we're not careful, we'll put all the responsibility for our response on the person with the finger, not the person with the button.

In this 7-minute & 5-second episode, we explore what happens when people push our "buttons" and how we can disconnect the power, remove the button, or rewrite the code.

Tim Windsor

PRODUCER: Kris MacQueen

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This UNCORK conversation with globally recognized CEO Advisor, Executive Coach, and Leadership Consultant Mahan Tavakoli tucks into Mahan's world, where he helps leaders understand and leverage AI's strategic potential and ensure that they can harness the power of emerging technologies while navigating the uncertainties of the digital age.

Grab a coke or a coffee and listen in as we explore these questions: Why are the themes of leadership, strategy, execution and AI so vital to Mahan, and why should they be critical to you? How does ego interrupt the effective execution and adoption of new ideas? Do we reward or punish those who ask questions and encourage us to embrace uncertainty? How does "industrialized" education affect our ability to embrace the future? And what can the Starbucks logo teach us about seeing and embracing the beauty of imperfection?

During the conversation, you will discover that:

AI will challenge us to unlearn what our egos and education systems tell us about how humans will create value.

In the new AI world … your value will not just be measured by your capacity and competency .. but by your ability to embrace uncertainty & ask more curious questions.

And that to thrive in the age of machines, we will need to double down on our ability to be empathetic and therefore ... more human.

Tim Windsor

PRODUCERS: Kris MacQueen & Alyne Gagne

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