Episode 002 we interview Chiko "PNut" States, a Halifax NS native who spent the last 12 years of his life in prison after getting involved with street life. Chiko shares countless stories about life before, during, and after prison, and is an example that the mistakes you make in your life don't define you. Chiko's perspective and drive to become a better human are evident and his ability to learn and grow because of this is incredibly inspirational.   

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Will is the founder and creator of Top of the Food Chain with an education in kinesiology and a background of high-level sports performance. He's used his background and passion for fitness to create custom programs specifically designed his clients. A 5-year varsity basketball player for St. Francis Xavier University, Will's story is built on the foundation of working his way from the bottom and proving the doubter's who didn't believe in him.  

Tristen is a close friend of Will's who is a recent graduate of St Francis Xavier University too. He also played 4 years for the school's varsity basketball team. Tristen attended high school in Vermont when he was just 13 years old in hopes of playing division 1 basketball some day. After returning home and graduating university, he decided to move to London, England in hopes of becoming uncomfortable once again as he was while attending boarding school.   Together, Will and Tristen share a passion for fitness, growth, and the importance of being uncomfortable. This podcast is a platform for us to have conversations with those who share the same passion and see it from a different perspective.  

This episode was shot on March 14th, 2020.