Up Top Podcast

Mark had a successful career in sales but after suffering a series of major heartbreaks, he got curious. He quit his job and dedicated years to researching the science and psychology of what makes a great relationship work. What he discovered was life changing.

Mark is a Human Connection Specialist, popular podcast host, coach and TED Talk motivational speaker.

This could be one of the deepest episodes yet, so buckle up as we explore the depths of love (for self and others). 

EPISODE LINKS:

• Show Notes
• Mark Groves Instagram (@createthelove)
• Mark Groves Website
• Mark Groves Courses

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Ray Zahab was a pack a day smoker who dreaded gym class growing up. BUT now he's an ultra runner who's been named one of Canada's Top Explorers. He's run over 17,000 kms across the world's deserts and some of the coldest places on the planet.

His trek across the Sahara desert was captured in the documentary, Running the Sahara, produced by Matt Damon and directed by Academy Award winner James Moll.

Ray is a world record holder, humanitarian and a best-selling author.

In this interview he talks about what triggered this drastic life change and the greatest lessons he's learned from putting his body and mind to the ultimate test.

Listen NOW. 

EPISODE LINKS:

• Show Notes
• Running the Sahara Desert Documentary
• Impossible2possible Foundation
• TED talk by Ray Zahab – My Trek to the South Pole
• Meritorious Service Decorations – Civil Division Award
• Ray Zahab’s Instagram
• Ray Zahab’s Facebook
• Ray Zahab’s Website
• Kapid1 Expedition Co.
• Running to Extremes: Ray Zahab’s Amazing Ultra Marathon Journey (Book)
• Running for my Life: On the Extreme Road  Adventure Runner Ray Zahab (Book)

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Erin Skye Kelly tours throughout North America with some of the most successful and respected professionals in the self-help industry - people like Tony Robbins and Rachel Hollis to name a few. 

For the last 10 years she has transformed thousands of lives in the area of finance, health and relationships.

In this episode Erin shares how she went from being a small town girl to one of the BEST in her field. We also explore how our values impact our ability to live a class one life and so much more. 

You're gonna want a notebook for this value-packed episode. The knowledge she shares is pure GOLD.  

EPISODE LINKS:

• Show Notes
• Erin Sky Kelly’s website
• Erin Sky Kelly’s Instagram
• Transformation Weekend
• Achievement Club
• Awaken the Giant Within
• Tony Robbins
• Rachel Hollis
• Country 105 Cash Cow

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Connie Jakab has spent over 20 years working in the field of resiliency.

​She is an author, speaker, coach, theater producer and hip hop dancer!

​When Connie’s son was six years old he was diagnosed with a broad range of mental health issues.

Connie and her husband felt helpless, until a councilor gave them advice that changed the way they viewed mental health forever. 

​In this interview Connie shares her personal story and provides expert advice on resiliency in the face of COVID-19. 

We also delve into relationships and how to keep them healthy and happy during quarantine. 

EPISODE LINKS:

• Show Notes
• Connie Jakab’s Instagram
• Connie Jakab’s website

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Branden Collinsworth is changing lives through holistic fitness and the art of positive human psychology.

​In 2002 Branden was broke, homeless and a high school drop out. 

Now, he's a Nike Master Trainer (an honor bestowed to ONLY  a few people in the ENTIRE world), an ivy league scholar and an international elite performance coach for some of the world's most impactful people in sports, music and business.  

​But what he's most proud of is his work as a humanitarian and living a life rooted in in joy, abundance, adventure and connection.

​He's endorsed by other brand giants like lululemon, Red Bull, SUMMIT and Dr. Oz.

This is his powerful story...

EPISODE LINKS:

• Show Notes
• Branden Collinsworth’s Instagram
• Warrior Retreats
• Jump for Joy Foundation
• Job Corps
• Nike Master Trainer
• Dance with Mweyne Malani Foundation
• Betina Gozo

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Mandy Stobo is a passionate artist and actress. Unfortunately she experienced severe trauma in her youth. 

At a young age she became a struggling single mother with (in her own words) no employable skills other than her ability to create art. With her young son, Jack in tow, she set out to build a career and a life they could be proud of.

At the age of 29, Mandy was named top 40 under 40 for one of her famous art projects called Bad Portraits -  a project that garnered the attention of several of Saturday Night Live’s most celebrated cast members and other Hollywood elite. 

​Her story is one of struggle, perseverance and triumph. 

EPISODE LINKS:

• Show Notes
• Mandy Stobo's Instagram
• Mandy Stobo's Website
• Camp Hooha
• C is for Calgary
• Grandpa’s Forest
• Bee Love
• Kristen Hallett
• Dave Kelly
• Jann Arden
• Jim Button
• Fish Heads son

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As a little girl Sara Leishman dreamed of working for a music festival but couldn't imagine how someone could make a living doing it. Fast forward a "few years" and now she's running one of the most successful festivals in the city. 

From hanging out with Hollywood celebrities and tech moguls backstage to pounding the pavement preparing for a 50+person festival - this is Sara's story. 

EPISODE LINKS:

• Show Notes

• Calgary Folk Music Festival

• Block Heater

• Sara Leishman's Instagram

• New Kids on the Block

• Jordan Knight

• Bishop Caroll High School

• Rosza Awards

• Charles Bradley Documentary

• Paul Rudd

• Steve Wozniac

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ABOUT:

Chad Schroter-Gillespie is a highly skilled Digital Media Specialist for the National Music Centre, Studio Bell. He is also a local musician (singer and guitarist) for the Jack Lumber Band.

When Chad's not creating music, he’s usually going on epic walks, bike rides or eating ice cream.

EPISODE LINKS:

• National Music Center Studio Bell
• The Jack Lumber Band
• Up Top Podcast

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ABOUT:

Jacqueline Cameron is the Found and CEO of Superfly Apparel Inc. She is a proud mother of 10 children and has 38 grandchildren. She resides in Calgary, Alberta.

EPISODE LINKS:

• Show Notes
• Super-Fly Website
• Super-Fly Facebook
• Super-Fly Instagram

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ABOUT:

Chris McCloy is a professional, award-winning Voice Actor with over twenty plus years experience. He’s the voice behind major clients like Netflix, The French Open, Budweiser, Grammarly, Five Hour Energy Drink and more.

He resides in British Columbia, Canada and works out of his in-house, top of the line, recording studio.  

EPISODE LINKS:

• Chris’s Website
• Chris’s Instagram
• Don LaFontaine

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