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The Creative Life PodcastReflections on “Creating Worlds Beyond Coffee” with Adam Van OsdelIn this recap episode, hosts Coach Jessica and Dr. Gibbons revisit their conversation with Adam Van Osdel—artist, entrepreneur, and the creative force behind Omaha’s immersive café, Edge of the Universe.They unpack the biggest insights from Adam’s journey, from building tactile, story-driven spaces to navigating a multi-disciplinary creative career spanning museum exhibits, TEDx Omaha, PACE, and even Netflix’s Lucky.This episode explores: ✨ How Adam designs creativity you can see, touch, and feel ✨ Why nonlinear career paths are a strength, not a detour ✨ The art of true collaboration and creative generosity ✨ Childhood sparks that shape...
2025-11-2229 min
Nonpartisan HacksShiny Objects v. Heavy Can: Reconciliation After the Cowichan Decision with Adam OlsenWhat happens when short-term politics collides with long-term obligations?
Joel Grenz and Sean Wood sit down with former MLA Adam Olsen to break down what the Cowichan Tribes decision actually means for British Columbia and why the province keeps deferring the same structural problems.
The conversation traces the pattern: governments chasing headlines, grant cycles built for ribbon-cutting, and a land system held together by avoidance. Olsen lays out how exclusion shaped B.C.’s foundations, why litigation produces lose-lose outcomes, and what responsible negotiation should look like when title is already established in law.
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2025-11-141h 07
The Creative Life PodcastCreating Worlds Beyond Coffee with Adam Van Osdel from Edge of the UniverseSeason 2 of The Creative Life Podcast kicks off with a creative powerhouse — Adam Van Osdel, artist, entrepreneur, and founder of Edge of the Universe, Omaha’s most imaginative café where art, atmosphere, and coffee collide. Hosts Coach Olsen and Dr. Gibbons dive into Adam’s journey from museum exhibits to immersive installations, exploring how he built a space that invites guests to see, touch, and feel creativity in every corner.With over 20 years in the arts, Adam shares insights from his work as Vice Chair and Production Designer for TEDx Omaha, Creative Director for PACE, and his experie...
2025-10-3127 min
Count Me In®Ep. 319: Kari Olsen - Breakthrough Approaches for Enhancing Collaboration and Team SynergyWhat happens when you mix a lifelong fascination with business, a love of personality quizzes, and a career in academic research? You get Kari Olsen, Department Chair at Utah Valley University and this episode’s featured guest! Join host Adam Larson as he chats with Kari about how our unique personality traits shape the way we work, especially in the world of accounting. Kari shares his journey from delivering newspapers as a kid to leading academic teams, revealing why understanding human behavior is more relevant than ever for organizations. The two discuss everything from the sur...
2025-10-2032 min
Midcoast MorningFormer MLA says Cowichan title decision "predictable result of generations of political inaction"Adam Olsen wrote in The Tyee this week that this month’s BC Supreme Court ruling that recognized Cowichan title to a section of lands south of the Fraser River was “part of a legal trajectory the Crown has been warned about for decades.” Olsen joined Midcoast Morning to share his perspective on the case.
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2025-08-2137 min
LDS Mental Health Podcast211. Navigating a Divorce with Adam Huddleston a Divorce AttorneySend us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast.In this episode, we’re joined by divorce attorney Adam Huddleston for a conversation about navigating divorce from both a legal and spiritual perspective. Divorce is complex, and no two stories are the same, but there is room for both peace and progress in the middle of the mess.We talk about what it looks like to “think celestial” even while walking through heartbreak, how to give yourself time to feel and heal, and why co-parenting sometimes needs to shift...
2025-08-1141 min
Q&A Over Coffee#39: Trust and Estates with Adam Thielen and Andrew KnewtsonIn this episode, host Tom Pesch is joined by Adam Thielen, Principal in Olsen Thielen’s estate and trust group, and Andrew Knewtson, Tax Senior and Enrolled Agent, for a deep dive into what really happens when someone passes away. They unpack the first steps families should take, key documents to gather, timelines for estate administration, and important tax deadlines. The team also discusses federal and Minnesota estate tax updates, trust planning strategies, and common pitfalls to avoid. Whether you're a personal representative, business owner, or just planning ahead, this episode offers practical insights and professional guidance.
2025-08-0635 min
All Roads Lead to PullmanKarl Olsen – City Council Candidate for Ward 3July 21 – Karl Olsen was born and raised in Pullman and is now raising a family here while serving as a professor of civil engineering at WSU. I sat down with him to discuss why he is running for city council, how to restore confidence in the community, and his views on issues related to local property owners.
2025-07-2755 min
Old Time Radio Superman Show|Superhero Adventure AudiodramaDinelli's Protection Racket, Part One (Jimmy Olsen's first Appearance) (Superman EP0027)|Superhero Audio DramaOriginal Release Date: April 2, 2008 First appearance of Jimmy Olsen anywhere.Superman sets out to teach a lesson to a petty extortionist who’s extracting collection money from Jimmy Olsen’s mother.Original Air Date: April 15, 1940Check out our website at http:///lasersword.adamsweb.usListen for more thrilling Golden Age of Radio adventures of Superman!
2025-07-0818 minOld Time Radio Superman Show|Superhero Adventure AudiodramaDinelli's Protection Racket, Part One (Jimmy Olsen's first Appearance) (Superman EP0027)|Superhero Audio DramaOriginal Release Date: April 2, 2008 First appearance of Jimmy Olsen anywhere.Superman sets out to teach a lesson to a petty extortionist who’s extracting collection money from Jimmy Olsen’s mother.Original Air Date: April 15, 1940Check out our website at http:///lasersword.adamsweb.usListen for more thrilling Golden Age of Radio adventures of Superman!
2025-07-0818 min
Thinking Through Design19. The purpose of play
In this episode of the Thinking through Design podcast, host Adam Fromme sits down with Taylor Olsen.
“This is awesome. It’s foolproof. Nothing’s going to break. And then they’ll try it, and it breaks.” Taylor Olsen
In this conversation, Adam and Taylor explore the role of play as design educators, highlighting how games create space for experimentation, failure, and creative problem-solving. They discuss the shift from a solution-focused mindset to a goal-oriented one, where constraints and iteration become tools for innovation. Through classroom examples and real-world parallels, they show how designers can use play t...
2025-06-0253 minQ&A Over CoffeeFlights: Fraud pt. 2: Cash Theft with Andrea Addo and Adam HennenIn part two of our Flights: Fraud series, Adam and Andrea cover cash theft. They share several stories that showcase many angles of cash theft and how it can be caught and broken down. "Skimming" is cash theft on a transaction before it reaches the company. "Larsony" is when a sale is recorded but the cash get stolen afterward. If you haven't yet, check out part one on our Q&A Over Coffee page: Fraud 101.
2025-02-2014 min
Bowhunter Chronicles PodcastHunting Smarter, Not Harder: Adapting to New Terrain & Finding More Deer - Aaron Olsen - Next Step OutdoorsThe Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 339 - Hunting Smarter, Not Harder: Adapting to New Terrain & Finding More Deer - Aaron Olsen - Next Step OutdoorsAaron’s Hunting Evolution – From his early struggles in Michigan’s cedar swamps to mastering public land hunting across multiple states, Aaron shared how his experiences shaped his approach to mobile and strategic hunting.Building Next Step Outdoors – Aaron discussed his transition from IT recruiting to launching his hunting-focused business, emphasizing year-round dedication, goal setting, and content creation.Multi-State Hunting & Strategies – Covering his experiences in North Dako...
2025-02-191h 44Q&A Over CoffeeFlights: Fraud 101 with Andrea Addo and Adam HennenOur new series, Flights, will present complex topics in a concise, easy-to-digest format through a series of short episodes, providing clear and actionable insights. Our first topic is Fraud, which will be covered by our Certified Fraud Examiners Andrea Addo and Adam Hennen. For this first flight, we will go over the basics of Fraud. Who can commit fraud, what it looks like in smaller organizations, some warning signs to look out for, and more.
2025-02-1214 min
Uncommon PhilanthropistDonor Advised Funds (DAF) with Adam Nash of DaffyThe donor advised fund, or DAF, has long been a valuable tool for traditional philanthropists. Think of a DAF as a savings account for charitable giving with additional benefits designed to fuel efficiency and help increase your donations to your favorite nonprofits. In this episode you'll meet Adam Nash, the CEO and co-founder of Daffy. Utilizing the latest technology, Daffy is a new way to "DAF" with additional functionality and ease of use built in for those who wish to take their charitable giving to new heights while having fun along the way.
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2024-11-191h 08
Hotel Pacifico“Rights exist whether Crown politicians acknowledge them or not” with Adam OlsenHotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC.🏨🌄 This week Hotel Pacifico welcomes BC Green Party MLA Adam Olsen. Kate & Geoff interview Olsen, who announced recently he was retiring from provincial politics. He is one of three First Nations MLAs in the BC Legislature, and shares his views on making a difference as part of a 2-member caucus, the Confidence & Supply Agreement, and his proudest moment as MLA.Mike catches up with Kate & Geoff in the Strategy Suite. They debrief on last week’s A...
2024-07-241h 25
ASK Salt Spring: AnsweredEp. 40 Adam OlsenAsk Salt Spring Answered talks to Adam Olsen, MLA for North Saanich and the Islands about his decision not to seek re-election and his plans for the future.
2024-07-0525 min
A Hoops JourneyEpisode 133 - Adam OlsenEpisode 133 with 2024 Canada West All-Rookie, Adam Olsen. It was fun to sit down with the recently drafted Vancouver Bandit to talk further about his high school years and rookie season.
Born and raised in South Surrey and being the youngest of three Adam learned to be a competitor and loved the game at an early age. From there and with a big growth spurt the UBC Forward found a group of buddies for life all on the same block, which ended up becoming the Elgin Park High School team. Under the guidance of legends Kirk Homenick (CC...
2024-05-031h 15ASK Salt Spring: AnsweredEp 28 Adam OlsenAsk Salt Spring Answered talks to Green MLA Adam Olsen about why he was opposed to the NDP's latest housing policies.
2024-03-0323 min
Products of MusicHow to find Product Market Fit | Dan Olsen (Author, The Lean Product Playbook)Dan Olsen is the author of the Amazon Bestseller 'The Lean Product Playbook', and host of the Lean Product Meetup. He is also a Product Management Trainer and Speaker, helping executives build great products and strong product teamsIn today's episode:• Dan's journey into Product• A step-by-step guide to find Product Market Fit • What new tools are helping with Product Management in 2024—Dan's contact and company info:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danolsen98/• Twitter: https://twitter.com/danolsen• Website: https://www.dan-olsen.c...
2024-02-1847 minASK Salt Spring: AnsweredEp 30 MLA Adam OlsenGreen Party MLA Adam Olsen discusses the upcoming provincial election, secondary suite legislation and healthcare.
2024-02-0327 min
The Classroom Collaborative PodcastEp 97 - Special Guest Childrens' Book Author Shannon OlsenDeedee and Adam sit down to chat with Shannon Olsen, second grade teacher turned best selling children's book author!
Shannon is the author behind the children's books:
Our Class is a Family
Our School is a Family
A Letter From Your Teacher: On the First Day of School
A Letter From Your Teacher: On the Last Day of School
Join us as we discuss her inspiration for her books and how she took her first book from idea to publication!
Find more about Shannon and...
2024-01-2346 min
The Designated Players | An MLS PodcastEpisode 193: Ben Olsen's First Ever Hattrick and Ozzie Alonso's Journey to MLS | MLS History RetoldIn this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we continue our series where we retell the stories of MLS history. We've gone through all the team's subreddits and asked for different stories they remember about their teams, and we've got a list of almost all of them. We are going to do our research and then come together to retell everyone about those stories and give them the spotlight they deserve. This week we're talking about Ben Olsen's first ever hattrick against the New York Red Bulls, followed by Ozzie Alonso's incredible journey from Cuba to MLS star!
2023-11-1623 min
PWD AlliesS1 Ep. 65 SYSTEMIC Discrimination Versus The Disabled | Adam Olsen, BC GreensOn today's PWD Allies podcast episode, Brent Frain welcomes BC Green Party MLA Adam Olsen. Originally aired as a pre-recorded segment on YouTube: November 7, 2023
2023-11-0830 min
My Neighbors Are DeadDoctor Sleep with Zach OlsenIt's off to New Hampshire to meet Ralph Lumbly (the hilarious Zach Olsen), a down on himself man still trying to make the starting lineup of the Patriots to make his father proud, who shares his struggles and how they're much worse than fellow AA member Dan Torrence in this The Shining/Dr. Sleep themed episode. If you're in the LA area, you can check out Zach in Blood Banquet: An Improvised Horror on Sunday, October 29th at 10pm at UCB or on Instagram at @realzacholsen SHOW INFORMATIONPatreon: https://www.patr...
2023-10-1129 min
The Soul Growth PodcastEpisode 4: Interview with Sarah OlsenThis is my very first interview on my podcast and it was an absolute pleasure to connect and talk deeply and organically with Sarah Olsen who is an inspiring Business coach. Topics of success, hardship, empathy, internal conflict, perseverence, coping mechanisms, life purpose, drive, insecurities, spirituality, soul and much more are covered in this amazing interview
2023-07-2751 minASK Salt Spring: AnsweredEP 16 - Adam Olsen - Variety of Ganges TopicsAsk Salt Spring Answered: Conversation with Adam Olsen, Green Party MLA about BC Ferries, Ganges Revitalization and the suggested 30k/h speed limit in the Ganges Village.
2023-07-0717 minASK Salt Spring: AnsweredEP 5 - Adam Olsen - Salt Spring Housing IssuesAdam Olsen has some interesting insights and recommendations regarding Salt Spring housing issues
2023-05-0919 minASK Salt Spring: AnsweredAdam Olsen - Salt Spring Health IssuesDamian Inwood chats to Adam Olsen about the pressing healthcare issues facing Salt Spring Island
2023-04-2416 min
A Social Justice PodcastINDIGENOUS ISSUES with Adam OlsenThis week, Nicola Spurling speaks with BC Greens MLA, Adam Olsen (SȾHENEP), about 'Indigenous Issues.' Adam was born and raised on Tsartlip First Nation, in Brentwood Bay, and is a member of the Tsartlip First Nation (W̱JOȽEȽP).
This is Episode 15 of A Social Justice Podcast, brought to you by The Flag Shop.
CONTENT WARNING: Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast touch on sensitive social issues, which can be triggering for some people. Viewer/listener discretion is advised.
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2023-02-061h 13A Social Justice PodcastINDIGENOUS ISSUES with Adam OlsenThis week, Nicola Spurling speaks with BC Greens MLA, Adam Olsen (SȾHENEP), about 'Indigenous Issues.' Adam was born and raised on Tsartlip First Nation, in Brentwood Bay, and is a member of the Tsartlip First Nation (W̱JOȽEȽP).
This is Episode 15 of A Social Justice Podcast, brought to you by The Flag Shop.
CONTENT WARNING: Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast touch on sensitive social issues, which can be triggering for some people. Viewer/listener discretion is advised.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT: Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast are recorded on the...
2023-02-061h 13
Second AdolescenceEp. 26: Patrick Carlos Olsen & the Bringing Together of All Our PartsThis week’s guest is Patrick Carlos Olsen (he/him), who is the person behind the gay surfing magazine, podcast, and Instagram account, Surfer.Gay. In his work, Patrick is creating inclusion of queer people within the sport of surfing, which has been historically not too welcome of a place for LGBTQ+ people. This conversation starts here and is filled with so much more. Patrick lets us into his own story and experience growing up in Norway as an adoptee, navigating being of a different race as his peers, then dealing with his budding sexuality in adolescence while growing up...
2022-10-1348 min
3PNR#124 John Olsen All Things Paranormal Research & Evidence#124 John Olsen All Things Paranormal Research & EvidenceJohn was born and raised in Cache Valley. At the age of 8, he began to realize that the home he lived in was peculiar. His parents still own the old farmhouse, built in the mid-1880s. Strange experiences such as phantom knocks, loud boots running the stairs, and missing objects became commonplace for him as he grew up. With each run-in with what he called the “man in the hat,” John’s interest in the paranormal grew. His parents forbade him from telling anyone of his experiences for fear of what others i...
2022-09-131h 07
The Stories That Brought You HereEpisode 48 - Adam OlsenThis time around, I speak with the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Saanich North and the Gulf Islands, Adam Olsen. Having grown up on the Saanich Peninsula as a member of Tsartlip First Nation (W̱JOȽEȽP), Adam will speak at length about many of the unique experiences he and his family had during those early years. This will include the story of how his parents developed a business involving Cowichan sweaters.
Adam will also describe the lessons he learned from a previous job as a server at Butchart Gardens and his pursuit of becoming a h...
2022-08-1058 min
This is VANCOLOUR#162 - Adam Olsen (BC Green Party)Adam Olsen is the BC Green Party MLA for Saanich North and the Islands.
2022-06-2146 min
Our Native LandEp. 69: Adam Olsen, MLA for Saanich North and the IslandsWelcome Adam Olsen to ONL! Adam Olsen (SȾHENEP) is the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Saanich North and the Islands and member of the B.C. Green Caucus. Born in Victoria, BC, Adam has lived, worked and played his entire life on the Saanich Peninsula. He is a member of Tsartlip First Nation (W̱JOȽEȽP)
2022-04-1831 min
Farrand On FilmEpisode 100! - Power Rangers & Screenwriting - With Arne OlsenWe made it!
100 episodes of Farrand On Film and what better way to celebrate than inviting on the screenwriter for a film that I have had such an affinity for, for a very long time - Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.
In this episode I talk to Screenwriter Arne Olsen about the film, how he was selected to write it, his other work as a Screenwriter and Arne shares some hints & tips for any aspiring screenwriters out there!
Plus, a bird flies into my window.....
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2022-01-3157 min
Moe Factz with Adam Curry69: InfektionMoe Factz with Adam Curry for October 27th 2021, Episode number 69
Adam and Moe say: "This is not a covid show"
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2021-10-283h 05
3PNR#21 John Olsen Paranormal#21 John Olsen Paranormal, John was born and raised in Cache Valley. At the age of 8, he began to realize that the home he lived in was peculiar. His parents still own the old farmhouse, built in the mid-1880s. Strange experiences such as phantom knocks, loud boots running the stairs, and missing objects became commonplace for him as he grew up. With each run-in with what he called the “man in the hat,” John’s interest in the paranormal grew. His parents forbade him from telling anyone of his experiences for fear of what others in the small community would th...
2021-10-1558 min
The Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenOn National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Interview from CFAX 1070 with Ryan Price)In this episode of The Public Circle Podcast, I am sharing an interview from CFAX 1070 with afternoon host Ryan Price on the first annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.We covered a variety of topics including why the federal government made this day a statutory holiday and what the day means and what it can be for all Canadians. I have often heard, from my constituents and beyond, of the lack of education and opportunities to learn the truth about our history. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation offers an opportunity to reflect and learn.
2021-10-0336 min
NL Newsday with Jeff AndreasAdam OlsenBC Green Party MLA Adam Olsen j9oined Newsday to talk about the overdose crisis one day removed from International Overdose Awareness day.
2021-09-0216 min
The Bald BoysTokyo Hangover #5: Raise me up Poppy Starr OlsenNew sport, new interview. Episode 5 of the Tokyo Hangover takes us to the Skatepark, as we talk to Women's Park finalist Poppy Starr Olsen.
Poppy tells us about meeting her fans (the Cambell sisters), how Skate kids run the village and what it was like to commit to the Olympic dream at 16 years old.
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2021-08-1528 min
The Adam Messer Show# 121 Dr. Julie Olsen part one# 121 Dr. Julie Olsen part one Dr. Julie Olsen talks about her upcoming book and shares pertinent advice for business professionals.
2021-07-2557 min
The Adam Messer Show# 121 Dr. Julie Olsen part two# 121 Dr. Julie Olsen part two Dr. Julie Olsen talks about her upcoming book and shares pertinent advice for business professionals.
2021-07-2552 min
NL Newsday with Jeff AndreasAdam OlsenTensions continue to rise at protest camps near logging operations at Fairy Creek on southern Vancouver Island. BC Green party MLA Adam Olsen joins Newsday to talk about the situation and also comments on the gruesome discovery of the bodies of 215 kids at the Kamloops Residential School.
2021-05-2915 min
The Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenPODCAST: Isobel Mackenzie - Impacts of COVID-19 on seniors careOver the past year, we have heard many stories on the nightly news about the tragic COVID-19 outbreaks in long-term care homes. Throughout the first wave of the global pandemic our elders, specifically those living in care facilities, were the most threatened by the virus.
As a result of changes to staffing protocols, limited access and a targeted vaccination program to those most vulnerable British Columbians, far fewer lives were lost in the second and third waves of the pandemic
This episode of The Public Circle Podcast is a re-broadcast of a Town Hall on...
2021-05-061h 15The Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenKen Wu: Protecting high productivity old-growth in British ColumbiaThis podcast is a MUST LISTEN if you are concerned about old-growth in British Columbia.
In this episode of The Public Circle Podcast I connect with Ken Wu, the former Executive Director of the Ancient Forest Alliance and the current Executive Director of the Endangered Ecosystems Alliance.
For the past thirty years Ken has worked on protecting high productivity old-growth in British Columbia. Starting in the Walbran and Clayquot forests, and as the former Executive Director of the Victoria Chapter of the Wilderness Committee, he is a leading advocate for old-growth protection in our province.
2021-03-2324 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenJason Goertzen interviews Adam Olsen on family and politicsIn this episode of The Public Circle Podcast I am interviewed by Jason Goertzen. We discuss family life in politics.
Jason is the Chaplain at the British Columbia Legislature with Leading Influence Ministries. Since my election in 2017 I have enjoyed many conversations with Jason, he has provided a kind and compassionate ear, and calm advice during my most trying times.
This podcast was originally recorded for the Lead Well Leadership Course and I am thankful to have the opportunity to republish this content on my podcast.
Jason and I have a wide-ranging conversation...
2021-03-1233 min
The Bonus Point Rugby PodMLR Update (Oct 21st) - Adam Freier (LA Giltinis General Manager)On this weeks episode of our #MLRupdate series, our host Tj Olsen + regular analysts Cam & Walker Tice (The Rugby Index) have the privilege of interviewing the new General Manager for the LA Giltinis team - Adam Freier. Adam is a former Wallabies & Super Rugby player who has been working as an executive with the Australian Rugby Union for the better part of a decade. Tune in to hear all about Adam's plans for the new LA franchise beginning this season in the MLR and what he think of the upcoming World 10's tournament starting this weekend!!
2020-10-221h 04
The Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenMental Health Amendments: The speech I would have givenIn this episode of The Public Circle Podcast I share a recording of the second reading speech I would have stood and delivered in response to Bill 22: The Mental Health Amendment Act (2020).
You will find more details about the proposed legislation in the opening to the podcast and details about why we were challenged by the language in the bill in my speech.
Here is the B.C. Green Caucus media release in response to Minister Judy Darcy's decision to not proceed with the bill at this time.
Click here...
2020-07-2839 min
Human Stories with Jill Hazard Rowe58. Human Stories: Adam OlsenMeet Adam Olsen! This week Jill has a conversation with Adam about his coming out journey. Hear how Adam learned to embrace learning about himself and his advice for young members of the LGBTQ+ community.
2020-07-1351 min
The Connection ProjectThe Freedom to Express Emotion - with Adam OlsenIn this Episode, Adam Olsen talks about embracing a holistic approach to well-being. In finding ways to incorporate self-care and healthy daily practices, Adam shares how these changes improved his capacity to perform at a higher level professionally. He too spoke to the importance of emotional expression and remembering our humanness. This interview was a wonderfully heartfelt conversation and one which will resonate for many.
Adam Olsen (SȾHENEP) serves as the Member for Saanich North and the Islands and Interim Leader for the B.C. Green Party.
Inspired by the incredible place and people h...
2020-07-1052 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenAlex Soojung-Kim Pang - Author & FuturistIn this episode of The Public Circle Podcast, my colleague Sonia Furstenau and I connect with Alex Soojung-Kim Pang to discuss his research on the four-day workweek.
So much of our lives have been re-designed in the past four months. It was in our workplaces where the most abrupt and dramatic changes occurred. Many of us have had to quickly adapt to working from home, our children, their teachers and administrators had to develop tools for learning online.
We quickly found out that our relationship with the office was perhaps not as cemented as we...
2020-06-201h 02The Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenIsobel Mackenzie - B.C. Seniors AdvocateIn this episode of The Public Circle Podcast (the first in several months) I’m republishing a virtual town hall I hosted on Monday June 15, 2020 with Isobel Mackenzie, the B.C. Seniors Advocate.
In February 2020 the Office of the Seniors Advocate published a report titled A Billion Reasons to Care. It is the first detailed review of British Columbia’s contracted long-term care sector. The office analyzed contracts, annual statements, and revenue and expenditures from 2016/17-2017/18 of for-profit and non-profit operators in the $1.4 billion industry across the province.
Mackenzie summarizes the findings in her cover lett...
2020-06-1959 min
#BCPoliTalk with Bill Tieleman and Daniel FontaineEp. 020: Adam Olsen on the post-COVID "green" economy and universal basic income#BCPoliTalk is examining the issues that shape the political landscape of British Columbia.
COVID-19 has given us a chance to re-evaluate our priorities and values. Can we come out of the pandemic with a greener world?
Bill and Daniel sit down with BC Green Party interim leader Adam Olsen to discuss whether we can expect to create a better world - and whether that could involve universal basic income.
That, and so much more.
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**Note from our hosts**:
After our Friday interview with interim BC Green...
2020-05-2542 min
Welcome to the GardenEp. 5 MLA Adam Olsen on Farmland and Agriculture in BCMLA Adam Olsen joins me for a conversation about the present and future of agriculture here in BC. We talk about young farmers, the balance between institutional and personal responsibility, and, of course, how weird being alive is right now. Support this podcast and more storytelling by yours truly at https://www.patreon.com/lukewallace
2020-04-251h 02The Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenMessage regarding COVID-19 responseHello my name is Adam Olsen, MLA for Saanich North and the Islands.
Thank you for doing your part to limit the spread of COVID-19. We are living in an extraordinary time and its has required an extraordinary effort to protect vulnerable people from this terrible illness.
Thank you to all our healthcare professionals and essential workers for continuing to courageously do your job to provide the rest of us the products and services we need on a daily basis.
We need to protect our healthcare workers and the health system from being...
2020-04-1601 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenConversation about Indigenous Relations in B.C.This episode of The Public Circle Podcast features a conversation I had with John Juricic and Kelly Darwin for their podcast Northern Conversations. I am re-publishing it here.
There is a great deal of confusion with respect to the current state of Indigenous relations in British Columbia. There is even less understanding of how we got here. This has not been helped by the willingness of the provincial government to wrap themselves in the glory of being the first jurisdiction to pass the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, while failing to honour the complexity...
2020-02-0843 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenBruce Williams - Acting CEO, South Island Prosperity PartnershipIn this episode of The Public Circle Podcast I connect with South Island Prosperity Partnership (SIPP) Interim CEO Bruce Williams.
This is the not the first time that Bruce and I have sat across from each other with microphones. It was the first time that I was interviewing Bruce though.
Williams joined the SIPP after a successful career as a television and radio host, producer and manager. You will likely recognize his voice as he worked for many years in the Victoria market. Bruce is a networker and connector so he fits perfectly in...
2020-02-0546 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenEmma-Jane Burian - Youth climate activistIn this episode of The Public Circle Podcast I connect with youth climate activist Emma-Jane Burian.
We recorded this conversation in late Fall 2019 and admittedly I have been slow in publishing it. No matter, here it is.
Burian is a grade 12 student who lives in Victoria but grew up in Burnaby with the Trans Mountain pipeline running through her backyard. She asks a lot of questions and as she learned of the risks of pipelines and climate change she became more active.
Emma-Jane's passion is clearly evident in this conversation. We discuss her...
2020-01-0929 min
The Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenWeek 7 with Nick GilchristAfter a brief unintended hiatus from the podcast Adam Olsen and Nick Gilchrist resume their conversation about life in British Columbia politics.
It has been a busy year and with the original week 7 episode languishing in the dustbin of unpublished podcasts, this second attempt will be much more successful - it will be published.
Part of the challenge of producing a podcast is editing and writing the show notes. So until there his a team producing this show, the show notes are going to be brief.
In Episode 7 Nick and Adam discuss:
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2019-12-3057 min
The Dogwood PodcastWebinar: Adam Olsen on the passage of B.C.'s UNDRIP lawAfter Bill 41 became law, we had a chance to sit down for an hour with Adam Olsen, Tsartlip Nation member and MLA for Saanich North and the Islands.
2019-12-1800 min
The Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenWeek 6 with Nick GilchristEpisode Summary
- In Week 6, Adam Olsen and Nick Gilchrist have a lengthy discussion about jurisdictional issues and frustrations.
- The conversation begins with Adam reflecting on the transition between the legislative and constituency focus of his work. There is always a backlog of meeting requests in the constituency when the legislative session ends and it usually takes a few weeks to get caught up. Adam also highlights the series of community meetings he is hosting in early December. Find out more here.
- Last week Nick's wife (and Adam's sister) Joni was...
2019-12-101h 30
The Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenWeek 5 with Nick GilchristIn Week 5 of the podcast Adam Olsen and Nick Gilchrist get together to continue their discussion about life in British Columbia politics.
They open with a brief chat about feedback Adam received regarding the opening music. One listener literally shook their head in dismay over the song and so Nick is going to head back to the drawing board. Perhaps Week 6 will open with a new tune.
On Friday night Nick and Andy Sloniowski back up Madison Olsen who played a few sets at the Brentwood Bay Village Empourium. Adam and Nick talk about the...
2019-12-011h 17The Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenLuke Wallace - Folk MusicianIn this episode of The Public Circle Podcast, I return to the original format with a conversation with Salt Spring Island folk singer Luke Wallace.
As it turns out, Luke had many more questions for me than I had for him. He is a fantastic interviewer!
Over the past few years, I have come to know Luke as a powerful advocate for social justice and environmental issues and it has long been a goal of mine to get him on the podcast.
For the past decade he has been making incredible music and touring the province hosting fundraising concerts...
2019-11-271h 17
The Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenWeek 4 with Nick GilchristIn week four of the podcast Nick Gilchrist and Adam Olsen cover quite a bit of ground.
They open the episode with a potential new theme song for the series and discuss a possible name other than just the current week. Listeners are encouraged to provide their ideas of possible names for the podcast.
The labour disruption in School District #63 was finally sorted out last weekend and the kids are back in school. Adam provides a little context to the work that is still needed to ensure the district can compete to recruit and retain...
2019-11-241h 29
The Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenWeek 3 with Nick GilchristIn Week 3, Nick Gilchrist and Adam Olsen discuss the past week in Saanich North and the Islands and British Columbia politics.
The conversation covers a range of topics starting with the brand new opening music sequence that Nick created and that he really does not like.
For the past three weeks the Saanich School district has been locked in a labour dispute with its support staff represented by CUPE 441. Nick and Adam discuss the impact of the labour disruption on families on the Saanich Peninsula. The episode was recorded on Friday November 16, 2019 and on Saturday...
2019-11-171h 12
The Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenWeek 2 with Nick GilchristWeek 2: 11/10/2019
We begin this episode by talking about the B.C. Cabinet and First Nations Leaders' Gathering that I attended early in the week.
Next, we spend a few minutes discussing the personal and social impact of being an elected representative.
Following is a regrettable 😉 discussion about the provincial government engagement on daylight saving time. It's mostly regrettable because it is painfully obvious that neither of us showed up to this topic prepared.
Finally, we spend a considerable amount of time discussing the Rural Islands Economic Forum.
We would lov...
2019-11-101h 09
The Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenWeek 1 with Nick GilchristWeek 1: 11/03/2019
In this pilot episode Nick and I convene at my dining room table to discuss the past week. With no game plan heading into the conversation it literally could have gone in any direction.
We kick it off by discussing Bill 41, The Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019) (DRIPA).
Nick asks about the history of the Bill and we end up talking broadly about how a Bill moves from introduction to adoption.
We explore the role of opposition - is it to improve the Bill or make government look stupid?
...
2019-11-031h 12
Adam AnalyzesIOHO 31NoF- Stake Land II (2017) By Dan Berk & Robert OlsenFor Night Twenty-Five of our Nights of Frights, we take another visit to the vampire apocalypse in Stake Land II. Did directors Dan Berk and Robert Olsen along with returning writer Nick Damici craft a worthy follow-up to the surprisingly good first movie? Find out in night twenty-five!!
This episode is sponsored by Just If I Died SoCal Clothing Line! Listen to find out how you can win a Just If I Died prize pack along with a Copy of #Creepshow on Bluray! Be sure to check out Just If I Died at www.justifidied.com!!
2019-10-2610 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenEmily Olsen - Founder, The Connection ProjectThe Public Circle Podcast is back!
After a few weeks off in August, I start things off with a conversation with my wife and partner, Emily Olsen, about the second edition of The Connection Projecton October 4th in the Charlie White Theatre at the Mary Winspear Centre.
For many years, Emily has faced the challenges of depression. There have been many dark days which she talks about in detail on the Obstacle Course Podcast. If you are interested in hearing the whole story, I encourage you to listen to it there.
Our conversation...
2019-09-1444 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenHunter Lastiwka - Youth Leader and Transit AdvocateIn episode 20 of The Public Circle Podcast (and the final episode of the "first season”), I chat with Hunter Lastiwka.
Hunter recently graduated from my alma mater Stelly's Secondary. He is an incredibly active young man on a variety of issues which impact him and his peers.
I first met Hunter a few years ago. Following my election, he approached me to assist him in bringing a proposal to the BC NDP government to set up a youth council. Unfortunately, neither the Premier's office nor the Minister of Education picked up the opportunity he wa...
2019-08-0442 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenHelen Davis - Biologist and Bear Den AdvocateIn the 19th episode of The Public Circle Podcast, I chat with Helen Davis.
Helen is a Registered Professional Biologist and owns Artemis Wildlife Consultants. She has been a consultant for the past 27 years. We met at a conference for biologists earlier this year. I was a speaker on a panel about defining the public interest. She had heard of the work that I and my BC Green Caucus colleagues are doing for grizzly bears and old-growth forests. She wanted to expand our perspective.
So we set up a meeting and she introduced me to...
2019-07-2838 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenDavid Smith - Entrepreneur and FishermanIn the 18th episode of The Public Circle Podcast I chat with David Smith.
David is a fisherman and owner of Professional Components Ltd., located in the Sidney/North Saanich Industrial Park. His company makes Scoremaster soccer goals and Shockwave, shock-mitigating seats. He has been building things on the Saanich Peninsula since 1981.
I toured Dave's business as part of my ongoing tour of local businesses and we had a great conversation. When I invited him to join me on the podcast I had it in mind that I would ask him about what it was...
2019-07-2138 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenJo-Ann Roberts - Deputy-Leader, Green Party of CanadaIn the 17th episode of The Public Circle Podcast, I connect with the Deputy-Leader of the Green Party of Canada, Jo-Ann Roberts.
Jo-Ann was the former host of All Points West on CBC Radio which is broadcast across Vancouver Island and at one time across all of British Columbia except the Vancouver area. After retiring from her career in broadcasting, she joined the Green Party and ran in the Victoria riding in the 2015 federal election. She lost to NDP incumbent MP Murray Rankin.
Discouraged by the outcome of the election Jo-Ann didn't feel as if...
2019-07-1448 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenPatricia Pearson - Councillor, advocate, parent and entrepreneurIn this episode of The Public Circle Podcast I connect with newly elected District of North Saanich Councillor Patricia Pearson. We share many of the same interests and so while this is a rather short conversation compared to the past few episodes, I view this as just a starting point.
As the title of the podcast notes, Patricia is far more than just a recently elected Councillor. She works in sales at Level Ground fair trade coffee company, is the Chair of the Fair Trade Federation, the parent of a young daughter and entrepreneur.
Patricia's...
2019-07-0729 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenMark Leiren-Young - Journalist, podcaster and self-proclaimed OrcaholicIn episode 15 of The Public Circle Podcast I'm joined by Skaana podcast host Mark Leiren-Young to talk about what? You guessed it, the Southern Resident Killer Whales (SRKW).
This was a deeply enjoyable conversation about the history of our relationship with orcas from cetaceans in captivity to the recent change in federal legislation freeing them, covering all the ground in between sci-fi killer monsters and the gentle relatives of the deep who we fished alongside.
“Mark Leiren-Young, who has a background in pretty much everything — journalism, television, comedy, theatre and film — is without a doubt one of...
2019-06-3057 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenBriony Penn - Writer, Educator, Artist and NaturalistIn the 14th episode of The Public Circle Podcast I connect with Briony Penn.
It was wonderful to sit on her front porch in the middle of a South Salt Spring forest. It's been the home of five generations of Briony's family. The warm early summer sun, birds chirping and even the odd handsaw working in the background provide an excellent setting for a chat. Briony is a writer, educator, artist and naturalist. She has an extensive bio that I cannot do justice in the few words I have here. So, here is a link to...
2019-06-2358 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenRaffi - Singer, Songwriter, Children's ChampionWhen I first thought of transitioning my weekly Public Circle LIVE! broadcasts from Facebook to a weekly podcast, I had it in my mind to invite Raffi as a guest. We have run into each other a few times now at the Salt Spring Island Saturday Market and I appreciate his forthright political commentary on Twitter.
It all came together at Elizabeth May's wedding. We were standing in line next to each other - I asked, he agreed and we made it happen!
I'm a "Beluga Grad" and so it's an absolute thrill to have...
2019-06-1646 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenDr. Ambrose Marsh - Primary Care PhysicianIn this episode of The Public Circle Podcast I connect with Dr. Ambrose Marsh. Dr. Marsh is a primary care physician in Sidney, B.C.
He has worked on the Saanich Peninsula since 1985 and is the former Chief of Staff at the Saanich Peninsula Hospital.
There is a growing crisis in primary care in Saanich North and the Islands and across British Columbia. Approximately half of the people who live on the peninsula do not have a family doctor.
We begin to work through the issues leading up to and surrounding the healthcare...
2019-05-1959 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenDenny Warner - Executive Director, Saanich Peninsula Chamber of CommerceIn this episode of The Public Circle Podcast I meet up with Denny Warner. Denny is the Executive Director of the Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce (SPCC). She has led the Chamber for the past four years. Over the first few episodes of this podcast I have met with business leaders in our community and in this episode Denny and I continue the discussion about the business climate on the Saanich Peninsula.
The SPCC started in 1912. In the 1980's Central Saanich joined North Saanich and Sidney providing full coverage of the peninsula. In the beginning it was...
2019-05-0531 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenJanine Fernandes-Hayden - Co-founder, 100+ Women Salt Spring IslandJanine Fernandes-Hayden is one member of the original organizing team of 100+ Women Who Care Salt Spring Island. We connect on this episode of The Public Circle Podcast to discuss the impact of their fundraising for non-profit organizations on Salt Spring.
Originally from Victoria, Janine is now an established 15-year resident of the Island and is the acting Executive Director of Salt Spring Women Opposed to Violence and Abuse (SWOVA).
100+ Women organizations bring like-minded women together to raise funds for their communities. In this podcast, we chat about how the fundraising model works and how...
2019-04-2834 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenPaul Holmes - Co-Founder, Social Media CampIn the ninth episode of The Public Circle Podcast, I connect with Paul Holmes the co-founder of Social Media Camp at the Victoria Conference Centre.
One of the regular themes I explore in my daily blog posts is the impact of social media. The fuel for my content is driven by podcasts, blogs and articles that are also exploring the impact of these tools.
Paul started Social Media Camp in 2010 and it has since grown into the largest social media conference in Canada. We have known each other for a number...
2019-04-2142 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenStasia Hartley, Area Director for Bayshore Home HealthIn the eighth episode of The Public Circle Podcast, I connect with Stasia Hartley, Area Director for Bayshore Home Health.
A lifelong member of the Saanich Peninsula community, Stasia has worked in leadership roles in healthcare for 29 years. She has a Master's of Arts in Leadership from Royal Roads University and manages the home health operations in Victoria, Nanaimo, Qualicum Beach and Comox.
Bayshore provide their clients a full spectrum of private home care services. Their clients are primarily seniors but also include injured workers and people with life-limiting diseases or disabilities. The relationship usually...
2019-04-1434 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenPaul Smith, General Manager of Titan BoatsIn the seventh episode of The Public Circle Podcast, I connect with Paul Smith, General Manager of Titan Boats.
Following a visit to their manufacturing facility in the North Saanich Business Park, Paul joined me in our constituency office to chat about the homegrown company.
He came out of retirement to join Titan in 1998. What started as part time work assisting owner and founder, John Stanners, has become his steady full-time job for more than two decades.
I recently published a post about Titan Boats in my monthly series Championing Local Business. The...
2019-04-0730 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenAdam Olsen on the LNG tax subsidiesI change things up a little for the sixth episode of The Public Circle Podcast.
The BC NDP put Bill 10, Income Tax Amendment Act (2019) up for debate this week. If you have been following my blog then you will already have some indication of my response to the Bill. In this podcast, I am publishing my second reading debate speech, and responses to two second reading amendments.
This podcast contains three speeches. The first is a response to an amendment put forward by my colleague Andrew Weaver. The second is my response to second reading of Bill 10, followed by my...
2019-03-311h 03
Inside #bcpoliS3 Ep11 Inside #bcpoli w/ Shane Woodford, Keith Baldrey, Vaughn Palmer, and Adam OlsenOn this week's Inside #bcpoli NL News Director Shane Woodford is joined by Global BC's Keith Baldrey and the Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer to discuss some breaking legal aid funding news, ride sharing, Land Title Office woes in Kamloops, the legislature's dress code, and next week's ICBC changes. Then we turn our attention back to ride sharing with Green Party MLA Adam Olsen who sat on the all party legislative committee.
2019-03-2940 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenDonna Petrie - Executive Director, Sidney BIAIn the fifth episode of The Public Circle Podcast, I connect with Donna Petrie, Executive Director and Event Liaison with the Sidney Business Improvement Area Society (BIA).
Donna has led the BIA for the past 5 years. Established in 2013, the BIA is now in the second year of its renewed 5-year mandate. It began through a concerted effort from local business owners. They felt that the Sidney core was suffering and lacking vibrancy.
So, they got together and laid the groundwork for a business improvement area. As Donna relates, the priority for the BIA is "to...
2019-03-2434 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenJohn Juricic, Labour Market ConsultantIn the fourth episode of The Public Circle Podcast, I reconnect with my friend John Juricic.
John characterizes himself as a serial entrepreneur. He's been active in numerous businesses since graduating from UVic in the early 1980’s. He is most recently worked in labour market consulting and his extensive involvement in the local business community includes leadership roles in the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce.
His work with the Sidney/North Saanich Industrial Group is well known. The advocacy drew attention to the impact of the innovators and job creators and has shone a light on...
2019-03-1730 minInside #bcpoliThe Woodford Show w/ Adam Olsen, Kyla Lee, and Dave JonesOn today's Woodford show we begin discussing the plight facing wild salmon, climate change, and what to do about it all with Green Party MLA Adam Olsen. Then NL News Director Shane Woodford is joined by Acumen Law's Kyla Lee to discuss her concerns with the province's changes to civil forfeiture laws. We finish the show chatting about how the City of Kamloops will deal with legal cannabis production with Business License Inspector Dave Jones.
2019-03-1141 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenGerry Taylor, Biologist and Retired Civil ServantGerry Taylor joins me for the third episode of The Public Circle Podcast.
My conversation with Gerry is reflective of many conversations I have with constituents of Saanich North and the Islands, and residents of British Columbia from across the province.
Retired for 20 years, Gerry worked for the provincial government for 45 years. He is a biologist with a focus on zoology and a specialty in fish behaviour. As he puts it, he has seen a lot of land, water and resources.
There is a steady flow of retired civil servants who watch the...
2019-03-1030 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenDr. Sylvia Olsen, First Nations on-reserve housing specialistSylvia Olsen married into Tsartlip First Nation in the 1970's. She moved onto the reserve where she and her husband raised four kids. I am one of those kids.
For the past two decades Sylvia has worked in on-reserve housing. In 2016, she received her Phd. in history from the University of Victoria where she completed one of the first academic studies on the history of the on-reserve housing programs in Canada.
Dr. Olsen's ground-breaking work is based on her unique perspective of the past, the present and the opportunities for the future of housing in...
2019-03-0330 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenHumaira Ahmed, Founder and CEO of LocelleHumaira Ahmed is the CEO and founder of Locelle.
She has a background in software engineering and communications and had the idea to build a mobile application to foster connections between women.
Humaira is tackling the growing issue of social isolation directly. She talks about the numerous points in her life that she has felt isolated. As an immigrant from Pakistan, a female engineering student in Toronto, a pedestrian in Vancouver, and as a mom with a newborn daughter.
View the show notes here.
2019-02-2430 minThe Public Circle w/ Adam OlsenThe Public Circle Podcast - PromoThe Public Circle Podcast is hosted and produced by Adam Olsen. Adam is the Member of the British Columbia Legislative Assembly for Saanich North and the Islands.
This is a podcast about the stories of the people that Adam meets from day-to-day.
2019-02-1800 minInside #bcpoliS2 Ep 27 Inside #bcpoli w/ Keith Baldrey, Vaughn Palmer, Adam Olsen, and Doug DonaldsonOn this week's Inside #bcpoli NL News Director Shane Woodford is joined by Global BC's Keith Baldrey and the Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer to discuss sweeping ICBC changes, the Trans Mountain protest camp in Burnaby, the Sir John A MacDonald statue controversy in Victoria, and more. Then we are joined by BC Green Party MLA Adam Olsen to discuss the work of a committee struck to save the salmon and his impending trip to Kamloops. Next Forests minister Doug Donaldson is on the show to discuss the wildfire situation.
2018-08-1742 minInside #bcpoliLower Nicola Chief Aaron Sumexheltza and BC Greens MLA Adam Olsen discuss new Wild Salmon CouncilLower Nicola Chief Aaron Sumexheltza and BC Greens MLA Adam Olsen discuss new Wild Salmon Council by Putting the week's hottest political stories under the spotlight.
2018-06-1817 min
Media and the End of the World015 – Joe Langford and J.P. Olsen of HBO’s VICE
Ralph interviews Joe Langford and J.P. Olsen. Langford is an Emmy nominated editor for the award winning series VICE, and J.P. Olsen is at HBO as a production executive overseeing day-to-day editorial, promotional marketing and social media operations for HBO’s VICE documentary series and VICE NEWS TONIGHT.
2018-02-1227 min