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The Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastFreaky Deaky, Part TwoAlex and Judd get out of prison, sneak into the Ricks Mansion and hide dynamite all over 1980s Detroit as they dive deep into what some have called Elmore Leonard's greatest book, FREAKY DEAKY.  In Part Two, we sink even deeper into the gray areas, argue about Chris, and hear about the book that Elmore almost wrote featuring some of his greatest characters.  Learn more about Freaky Deaky here: https://www.elmoreleonardofficial.com/books/freaky-deaky Hosted By: Judd Rubin and Alex Leonard Music by: Greg Ahee Produced and Edited by...2025-07-311h 44The Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastFreaky Deaky, Part OneAlex and Judd get out of prison, sneak into the Ricks Mansion and hide dynamite all over 1980s Detroit as they dive deep into what some have called Elmore Leonard's greatest book, FREAKY DEAKY.  In Part One, we meet our second favorite novelist Nicole Robinette, try not to mix dynamite and LSD, and learn some of the facts of life from Elmore.  Learn more about Freaky Deaky here: https://www.elmoreleonardofficial.com/books/freaky-deaky Hosted By: Judd Rubin and Alex Leonard Music by: Greg Ahee Produced and Edited by: Jud...2025-07-2559 minThe Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastTom ScharplingTom Scharpling is just the greatest. He's an accomplished TV writer/producer (Monk, What We Do in the Shadows, Steven Universe) and the host of the legendary The Best Show. He joins Alex and Judd in Chris's dad's Cadillac to talk FREAKY DEAKY, and what he appreciates most about Elmore. Also, Judd pitches him an idea for a novel.  https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheBestShow Guest: Tom Scharpling Hosted By: Judd Rubin and Alex Leonard Music by: Greg Ahee Produced and Edited by: Judd Rubin Executive Producer: P...2025-07-1153 minThe Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastCuba Libre, Part TwoFrom the bowels of Morro Prison on Havana Bay, Alex and Judd dive deep into CUBA LIBRE, Elmore Leonard’s masterful epic set at the height of tensions that led to The Spanish American War. In Part Two, they get shot by snipers, concoct Elmore Bingo, and Alex shares his thoughts on the Coen Brothers' screenplay of Cuba Libre that, alas, never got made. Stephen Crane's The Open Boat: https://americanliterature.com/author/stephen-crane/short-story/the-open-boat/ Richard Harding Davis' Death of Rodriguez: https://www.online-literature.com/richard-davis/cuba/3/ Hosted By: Judd Rub...2025-06-3043 minThe Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastCuba Libre, Part OneFrom the bowels of Morro Prison on Havana Bay, Alex and Judd dive deep into CUBA LIBRE, Elmore Leonard’s masterful epic set at the height of tensions that led to The Spanish American War. In Part 1 they enjoy fine cigars, sort out whether it's better to be a fop or a dandy, all while trying to avoid being hacked to pieces by machetes.  Stephen Crane's The Open Boat: https://americanliterature.com/author/stephen-crane/short-story/the-open-boat/ Richard Harding Davis' Death of Rodriguez: https://www.online-literature.com/richard-davis/cuba/3/ Hosted By: Judd Rubin and Ale...2025-06-271h 06Fulfillment ProjectFulfillment ProjectEp 13 - Unleashing Excellence: Guest: Alex Ostberg on Running, Coaching, and Life MasterySummary of the ConversationAndy Leonard sits down with Alex Ostberg, a 7x All-American runner who’s clocked a jaw-dropping sub-4 minute mile and now coaches elite athletes at the Nike Swoosh Track Club in Track Town USA (Eugene, Oregon). With a mix of humor and wisdom, they dive into how running mirrors life’s pursuit of fulfillment. Alex shares his journey from Stanford standout to coaching pros, emphasizing that mastery—whether in running, music, or business—stems from universal habits like discipline and focus. He dishes on his morning routine (cold showers, no phone, and reflecting on curat...2025-06-1645 minThe Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastMegan AbbottMEGAN ABBOTT - bestselling author of Dare Me, the Edgar Award-winning Queenpin, Die a Little, and the upcoming El Dorado Drive (a New York Times Summer Book Pick) joins The Elmore Leonard Podcast to discuss carrying on the American hard boiled tradition, tells us what Elmore freed her to do in her own writing, and shares what we can learn from Kafka's cleaning lady.  Find some of Megan's essays here Enjoy Megan's interview with Elmore here https://www.meganabbott.com Guest: Megan Abbott Hosted By: Judd Rubin and Alex Le...2025-05-3151 minThe Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastOut of SightFrom deep within the kitchen of a rotating restaurant in beautiful downtown Detroit, Alex and Judd revisit OUT OF SIGHT - an all time Elmore Leonard classic. They dive deep into the book, discuss Stockholm Syndrome, share some of their own bad life choices, and more in the latest episode of The Elmore Leonard Podcast.  Hosted By: Judd Rubin and Alex Leonard Music by: Greg Ahee Produced and Edited by: Judd Rubin Executive Producer: Peter Leonard www.elmoreleonardofficial.com @ElmorePodcast Let's talk: hello@theelmoreleonardpodcast.com2025-05-201h 33The Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastTouchRevisiting what many consider to be Elmore Leonard’s most unusual novel, TOUCH is a revelatory experience for Alex and Judd. Written in 1977 but not published until almost ten years later, it stands out for so many reasons. Hear why it’s one of Judd’s favorite novels and what Alex thinks Elmore got right about the music business.  Hosted By: Judd Rubin and Alex Leonard Music by: Greg Ahee Produced and Edited by: Judd Rubin Executive Producer: Peter Leonard Links mentioned in the show:  Tom Arnold vs Peter...2025-04-271h 18The Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastHombreAlex and Judd sip some mezcal and try to wrangle Elmore’s classic western novel HOMBRE (1961), later turned into Paul Newman’s classic western film HOMBRE (1967). This book has it all: gunfights, parleys, biblical references, and stolen fortunes. It is one of Elmore's best Western novels, and its success as a movie is what allowed him to pursue writing full time.  Please note that while we discuss some of the best westerns, this podcast is not currently sponsored by any hotel chain.  Hosted By: Judd Rubin and Alex Leonard Music by: Greg A...2025-04-101h 09The Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastChip KiddChip Kidd is one of the greatest living graphic designers. He has designed book covers for not just Elmore Leonard, but Michael Crichton, Cormac McCarthy, Haruki Murakami, Anne Rice, David Sedaris, John Updike, James Ellroy, and so many more. He joins us to share a little bit about his approach to designing iconic book covers, how he started working with Elmore, and writing his own novels.  Hosted By: Judd Rubin and Alex Leonard Music by: Greg Ahee Produced and Edited by: Judd Rubin Executive Producer: Peter Leonard w...2025-04-0155 minThe Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastMichael SiegelThere are few people who have worked with Elmore Leonard as closely as Michael Siegel. While he didn’t write the books, Michael was an integral part of several of Elmore’s books get turned into some fantastic movies, including Get Shorty, Jackie Brown and Out of Sight.  He joins Judd to talk about how he got his start in the entertainment industry working for another legend - H.N. Swanson, and what it meant to to work with Elmore for over 20 years.  Hosted By: Judd Rubin and Alex Leonard Music by: Greg Ahee2025-03-2556 minThe Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastSwagThere were ten rules to recording to this podcast about SWAG - what many Elmore Leonard fans consider their favorite novel, but don't expect Judd and Alex to follow many of them for long.  Join them to discuss this amazing book, hear about Elmore's days by the pool, and debate what it was that Elmore figured out by writing this book.  Hosted By: Judd Rubin and Alex Leonard Music by: Greg Ahee Produced and Edited by: Judd Rubin Executive Producer: Peter Leonard www.elmoreleonardofficial.com Le...2025-03-241h 02The Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastC.M. KushinsC.M. Kushins has written acclaimed biographies of music legends Warren Zevon and John Bonham. He has now written about another legend - Elmore Leonard, in the upcoming biography COOLER THAN COOL. He joins Judd to talk about empathy, his time in a Buddhist monastery, and what it’s like to not just meet your hero, but have the responsibility of writing about him.  Cooler Than Cool can be pre-ordered by clicking HERE. To learn more about Elmore, visit: https://www.elmoreleonardofficial.com Hosted By: Judd Rubin and Alex Leonard Music by...2025-03-181h 08The Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastRum PunchElmore Leonard is one of the great writers of modern fiction. In the inaugural episode of The Elmore Leonard Podcast, your hosts Alex Leonard and Judd Rubin hop on an Islands Air flight take a big swig of RUM PUNCH, and revisit the classic novel. Along the way, we hear about Elmore’s fake ID, what about it made Quentin Tarantino want to turn it into Jackie Brown (we think), and how it redefines another Elmore Leonard classic, The Switch.   This episode is dedicated to James Harry Landino.  To learn more about Elmore, plea...2025-03-171h 12The Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard PodcastWelcome to The Elmore Leonard PodcastThe Elmore Leonard Podcast explores the work and life of one of our greatest novelists: Elmore Leonard.  We will interview those who knew him and his work best, and also dive deep into the novels, the short stories and the invisible threads that tie them together. If you’ve read the books and seen the adaptations, we've got a lot to talk about. And if you haven’t, get to work. Either way, subscribe to The Elmore Leonard Podcast today. Hosted By: Judd Rubin and Alex Leonard Music by: Greg Ahee 2025-03-0803 minWicked Smart GolfWicked Smart Golf375: Alex Huang - The COO of DECADE Shares Priceless Scoring Strategies Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using the code "WICKEDSMART" Alex Huang is the COO of DECADE Golf, the revolutionary course management system that’s changing the way golfers approach the game. Alex shares the inside story of how DECADE Golf went from a groundbreaking concept to an essential tool used by some of the best players in the world, including top PGA Tour pros and elite amateurs. We dive deep into the strategies behind DECADE’s success and why course management is often the missing link for golfers who want to shoot lower scores—withou...2025-02-2555 minThe Trash Pandas PodcastThe Trash Pandas PodcastEp. 6 : Chaos Theory with Alex and BradenChristian and Clayton are joined by Alex and Braden for an unforgettable episode packed with chaos, laughs, and wild stories. From raccoons opening containers to adventures gone hilariously wrong, the crew dives into their best mishaps—including camping fails, road trip disasters, and more. They draft survival teams featuring fictional characters, historical figures, and hilariously useless additions (because why not?), debate whether sporks and bucket hats are “Trash or Treasure,” and tackle a trivia challenge full of surprising facts and absurd fiction. Join us for this chaotic, quirky, and wildly entertaining episode featuring Alex and Braden...2025-01-271h 40Masonic History | Historical Light Masonic PodcastMasonic History | Historical Light Masonic PodcastLeonard Wood | HL 141Get ready for an illuminating episode of Historical Light Masonic Podcast, Episode 141, as we delve into the extraordinary life and Masonic journey of General Leonard C. Wood, a towering figure in both military and fraternal circles. Named in honor of General Leonard C. Wood, who served as Governor General of the Philippines from 1921 to 1927, this episode promises to uncover the lesser-known aspects of Wood's remarkable legacy. As a member of Anglo Saxon Lodge No. 137, Wood's dedication to Freemasonry is evident, but his contributions extend far beyond the confines of his lodge. Join us as we explore Wood's involvement in...2025-01-091h 08Black Like MeBlack Like MeS10 E196: "I’m Not Going To Wait For Them To Write The History," Pulitzer Prize Winning Author And Cultural Commentator Leonard Pitts Discusses His New Novel 54 MilesDr. Gee and Leonard Pitts discuss bringing American history to life in order to reclaim the role of Black people in the development of the nation. Both men share the power of story to display the experience of the Black community in history and today. Leonard speaks to the Black experience through journalism, academic scholarship, commentary, and historical fiction. Hear how the details of his writing inform a long-standing missing perspective on history, including complicated characters that reveal the trauma and hurt of the Black community in American history. Read Leonard Pitts novel 54 Miles alexgee...2024-12-031h 11Coups de CoeurCoups de CoeurLe coup de coeur de Léonard pour ce garçon au concours d'éloquenceHello, je suis Max co-hôte de Coups de coeur et avec Alexia on reçoit Léonard pour notre 9e épisode.Léonard nous partage son coup de coeur pour un garçons par ce que oui, depuis l'adolescence Léonard sait qu'il préfère les garçons. Sans tabou et avec pudeur, Léonard nous a fait voyager.Ne partez pas sans avoir mis 5 étoiles, ça nous aide comme jamais 🧡 Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.2024-08-0250 minSay Yes and Become with Leonard LeeSay Yes and Become with Leonard Lee111: Say Yes w/ Olivia Farabaugh and Alex Mabey Part 2Singer and songwriter Olivia Farabaugh returns to the podcast this week, for a special two part episode. We're also joined by her fellow singer/songwriter, Alex Mabey, as they continue our conversation about their recent tour on, and sing us a few songs. ⁠You can check out Olivia's website here for performance dates and more info⁠ ⁠And you can check out Alex's website for her performance dates and more info on her music 2024-07-081h 10Say Yes and Become with Leonard LeeSay Yes and Become with Leonard Lee110: Say Yes w/ Olivia Farabaugh and Alex Mabey Part 1Singer and songwriter Olivia Farabaugh returns to the podcast this week, for a special two part episode. We're also joined by her fellow singer/songwriter, Alex Mabey, as they share the story of their recent tour they went on, and sing us a few songs. You can check out Olivia's website here for performance dates and more info And you can check out Alex's website for her performance dates and more info on her music 2024-07-011h 11Between Realities VR PodcastBetween Realities VR PodcastThe Lawnmower Man Writer & Director Dives into VR's Potential: A Brett Leonard Exclusive | S07E016The Lawnmower Man released in theaters in 1992 and took audiences on a futuristic sci-fi horror journey shaped by the power of virtual reality. Today, the writer and director of the film, Brett Leonard, is still playing a big part in the future of VR. Watch the Director Cut of The Lawnmower Man here: https://youtu.be/xyzNzLeofBQ?si=iGjtIW5KKgAR3-YY * Guest Links * Web: https://www.ubiquityvx.com/ Web: https://www.virtualpsychedelics.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/directorleonard LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...2023-09-161h 37ATV-TALK A Motorsport PodcastATV-TALK A Motorsport PodcastEpisode 254 Alex Ortiz: "Racing Revival: Alex's Journey from Youth Classes to Pro Racing"Join Alex as he embarks on an exhilarating journey from his youth, when his family moved next door to world-class ATV racer Josh "The Animal" Fredericks. Little did they know, this encounter would set off a chain of events that would profoundly impact Alex and his family's love for riding. Inspired by the thrilling world of ATV racing, Alex takes his first steps into the sport, navigating the emotional roller coaster of the unknown. From his early days in the youth classes, through the challenges of injury and personal development, Alex's passion for racing becomes his undeniable calling.2023-08-091h 07Purpose DRVNPurpose DRVNOvercoming Pornography Addiction: A Journey to Recovery (Ft. Gareth Leonard) Ep. 16In this episode of Purpose Driven with Alex, we dive into the personal story of Gareth Leonard, who struggled with pornography addiction for years, and how he eventually found his way to recovery and now coaches other men who are dealing with similar struggles.Our guest opens up about how his addiction began, how it progressed, and how it impacted his personal life. He shares the challenges he faced when trying to break free from the addiction and the realization that he needed professional help.Our guest then describes the experience of going to rehab...2023-04-051h 03Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastPreparing High Schools Students for the App Economy with Alex LeonardWant to prepare high school students for the App Economy? In this week’s episode, we are highlighting a past webinar we held for Month of Swift. We were privileged to learn from Virginia educator, Alex Leonard. Alex holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a Master's Degree in School Law and Policy Studies, and has been an educator of computer science courses for over 16 years. He’s taught postsecondary and secondary dual enrollment courses in Programming, Game Design, Database Design and Sciences, Cybersecurity, Networking and Web Development and Design. Additionally, he’s taught middle school S...2022-10-2640 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowFinding Your True Calling as a Freelancer with Godwin MacphalineGodwin Macphaline is the founder of Texteams, an animation agency that focused on sales-focused explainer videos that convey a brand's message at an affordable rate. In this episode of The Creative Kind, Godwin and I speak about the importance of making time for yourself as a creative entrepreneur. We dive into the importance of discovering your passions and managing your time effectively. Whether you're running a new start-up or you're rooted in your career, this episode has quality life advice tips that you'll find of value. Don't miss a single episode of The Creative Kind...2022-10-0433 minI podcast AGCMOI podcast AGCMOAnnie Herman, Assistant Division Director of Reentry/Education and Alex Earls, Reentry Programs Administrator from the Missouri Department of Corrections describe training and placement services available to help meet current workforce needs.Send us a textAnnie Herman, Assistant Division Director of Reentry/Education and Alex Earls, Reentry Programs Administrator from the Missouri Department of Corrections describe training and placement services available to help meet current workforce needs.annie.herman@doc.mo.gov  or  alex.earls@doc.mo.govSupport the showLearn more at www.agcmo.org Please share our podcast with anyone interested in the construction industry! 2022-08-1922 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowShining a Light on The Joy of Learning with Dandan LiuDandan Liu is an Emmy award-winning filmmaker and established course creator in her own entrepreneurial pathway. She's worked on Netflix shows like Chef's Kitchen and is currently living in Austria. I first learned about Dandan from taking her Skillshare course on lighting in filmmaking and learning about the best way to work together. I'm excited to share this new episode where we go into our work together of late and her new online course Unravel, which helps people in the film sector find their voice. We talk about the joy of letting go, finding your inner creativity...2022-04-2256 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowWhy Animation is Key for your Marketing Strategy with Anthony WalkerAnthony Walker is the founder behind Anthony and Arville, an Animation and Motion Graphics Agency based in Downtown Toronto. After gaining experience through the years working on numerous projects with video, Anthony realized that there was a glaring need for businesses and that was keeping up with the demand for the creation and production of easy-to-understand video content.Anthony began his company in 2019 with the mission to help businesses push their company and brand forward with captivating video content. Anthony and Arville can provide you with services such as animation, motion graphics, video strategy, production, creati...2022-02-2451 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowVideo Business Mastery with Jackson KingsleyJackson is a filmmaker and business mentor who has helped countless content creators grow their businesses so they can see consistent results, manage budgets, and charge higher rates. In this episode of TCK he helps explain the advantages of using value and results-based pricing as an effective tool to market yourself as a solution that’s proportional to the problem. Jackson has worked with National Geographic, Red Bull, and Animal Planet!If you lack the business knowledge to make an impact... that’s where Jackson can help! His course Video Business Mastery is foun...2022-02-0435 minBored 2 LifeBored 2 Lifeep 105 - "Tried To Capture The Spirit Of The Thing" w/Leonard BaumHomophobia and hockey, it's all some folks have. Yet another Kellar Comfort Movie episode as we examine the 1977 film Slap Shot with guest (and gay guy) Leonard Baum. Follow Leonard on Twitter and Instagram and check out dude's Bandcamp. We didn't get to it because the episode is long as heck, but check out this article on the writer of Slap Shot from '77.  Ending song: Leonard Baum "The Bar" (DJ Kelly remix)2022-01-162h 26The Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowGrowing a Loyal YouTube Following with Monika NoreikaiteMonika is a video content creator and editor with an artistic background, having years of experience as a videographer and video editor. Monika is a passionate artist and traveler, who travels to the most unexplored places of the world and especially The Middle East. Monika has recently decided to start sharing her experiences with the audience on YouTube. She focuses on promoting the simplicity and reality of travel, also talking about breaking the stereotypes and discrimination represented in media nowadays.Don't miss a single episode of The Creative Kind as we break out of our 2021 h...2021-12-1038 minSolutii pentru stresSolutii pentru stresEpisodul 14 S1 despre stresul personal si profesional cu Decebal Leonard MarinDe unde vine stresul?Vine din noi, vine din afara, cum ne afecteaza si ce solutii avem pentru a reduceefectele negative. Care este diferenta dintre presiune si stres, si mai ales cum transmitem stresul personal si altora? Toate acestea le-am discutat cu Decebal Leonard Marin. Decebal Leonard Marin este Senior Trainer si Managing Partner in cadrul Corporate Dynamics, companie de training specializata in dezvoltarea competentelor manageriale.De-a lungul anilor a lucarat ca strungar, fotograf,manager de HR, antreprenor, taineri, facilitator si keynote speaker.Toate aceste experiente i-au...2021-12-061h 28The Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowThe Explosion of E-Sports Gaming with Ben FefermanBen Feferman is the CEO of Amuka Esports, which is one of Canada's largest esports organizations. They run esports arenas, leagues, tournaments, and competitive teams. Ben is an avid streamer, gamer, and esports advisor, who shares insights into his experience from a professional angle regarding leading a team and large gaming centre, as well as, personal angle talking about playing with his children family favourites.Don't miss a single episode of The Creative Kind as we break out of our 2021 hiatus and continue to release some new episodes! Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on...2021-12-0336 minThe Goose Gossip PodcastThe Goose Gossip PodcastEpisode #75 : Matt Zilla • Alex Leonard • Edward EckertSend us a textOn this episode I Levi Guericke was joined by Matt Zilla , Alex Leonard , and Edward Eckert. Matt Matt invited me down to Southern South Dakota to go hunting. We talk about how Matt, Alex, and Edward’s friendship began. We talk about how they’re hunting is going down in southern South Dakota. We talk about some very controversial topic on hunting with a guide. Not a subject talked about to throw people under the bus. Just a topic that was brought up by Matt’s father John! 2021-12-031h 42The Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowAnimals in Human Conflict with Cornelia VolkCornelia Volk is a German Videographer with an impressive background whose latest work follows animals at the border of geo-political zones. She made several films of the MDR series "Abenteuer Zoo“ and "Europas wilder Osten“ as well as about transboundary conservation areas or so-called "Peace Parks" all over the world. She was born in Heilbronn, Germany, June, 6th 1970. After grammar school she studied political science, German literature and rhetoric in Tuebingen. Since 1997 she has been working as a freelance author and director for Mitteldeutscher Rundfunk and the European Cultural Channel Arte. I met Cornelia at Colo...2021-07-1546 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowThe Importance of Colour Grading in Video with Bruno L. CuryBruno L. Cury is a video editor and colourist from Brazil, who has studied film theory and production at Vancouver Film School. He's worked with some large corporations to indie films and everything in between, adding his unique style and approach to bringing a movie image to life. We discuss why colour grading and visual theory are so important in the production of film and video. Tune in to this episode guest interview to learn from Bruno!Don't miss a single episode:Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Apple Podcasts2021-06-1735 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowThe Importance of Saying Yes with Tara JabbariTara Jabbari is a digital media consultant and world nomad. She started a biographical podcast, Who Was She? that tells the stories of inspiring women throughout history. She helps small businesses and nonprofits with their video production, digital marketing, podcast creation, and written content.Tara also teaches about online etiquette for schools and businesses as well as film theory. Her passion is to share people's stories and travel with a goal to combine the two in life.Tara is an amazing and well accomplished female entrepreneur and podcast host who has extensive experience...2021-06-0337 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowAn Insight into the Experience of Being Mixed Up with HauiHaui is a multi-disciplinary artivist (artist and activist) that defies categorization. My recent feature film debut MixedUp which premiered on OUTtv and will premiere in the UK recently in 2021.To date, he has worked as a performer, director, designer, and visual artist for theatre and film for companies including CBC, The Stratford Festival of Canada, and the Shaw Festival. He is currently an artist in residence with Wildseed Black Arts Fellowship, part of Black Lives Matter Toronto. Upcoming Haui will also create a video/projection design at the Luminato Festival in Toronto.Haui...2021-05-2738 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowHow Film and TV Productions Function During a Pandemic with Scotia BoydScotia Boyd a film makeup artist with an impressive roaster of working behind the scenes on major production companies like Netflix and Disney, and shows like Titans, Star Trek: Discovery, and Letterkenny. Scotia has been working in film as a makeup artist for the past eight years in the Toronto area and is originally from Sudbury, Ontario. She is an expert behind the scenes and was an absolute delight to speak with to learn more about her personal history. I hope you enjoy the episode!Don't miss a single episode:Subscribe...2021-05-2038 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowFinding Pleasure in Failing Forward with Chris EvansChris Evans is a local London Ontario Producer and Director for music videos and commercials who has a wealth of knowledge in the music video genre, working with some of Armada Music Label's biggest artists. His videos have seen hundreds of millions of plays and he continually improves his craft. Chris and I speak about his creative process, when and why videographers should consider renting equipment, the joy of failing in business doing what you love, It's an inspiring conversation about finding pleasure in the hardship and difficulties of the daily grind, which is something that everyone c...2021-05-0742 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowHow to be More Confident Behind the Camera with Sarah FongerSarah Fonger is the founder of Spring Bank Creatives and works as a videographer who primarily makes educational and promotional videos for organizations. She has previously created videos for organizations such as the Middlesex Federation of Agriculture, Middlesex County, the Thames Valley School Board, and the Township of Lucan Biddulph. Last winter Sarah was in Africa creating social media content for a bike touring company on one of their tours from Cairo to Capetown. Her passions include cycling, videography, plants, and anything to do with mountains! I've had the amazing pleasure of speaking with Sarah to learn...2021-04-2942 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowFinding Your Goals and Planning Strategic Video with Ben AmosBen Amos is the Owner and Creative Director behind Innovate Media, host of the Engage Video Marketing Podcast, and Founder of Australia's only purpose-built video blogging studio space - Vlog Pod ®.   He is based in Queensland, Australia, and lives and breaths all things video. I connected with Ben after being a fan of the Engage Video Marketing Podcast for a few years, as it's only fitting that Ben is the first guest for the new season, focusing on entrepreneurs who work in video production! Ben and I dive into effectively planning your goals, building a strong content str...2021-04-2234 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind Show10 Tips to Growing Your Podcast Online in 2021 with Alex LeonardThe title episode says it all! This one's a solo episode by yours truly, the host of the show, diving into 10 important strategies for helping to grow your podcast this year and beyond. A lot of these strategies come from advice and pointers that I've learned online and I'm accumulating them together in a sufficient episode that dives into them all for you. In case you don't have time to listen or want a sneak peek at what I speak about, here's the list I go over in detail. Pre-schedule your guests ahead of timeGet on other podcasts80:20 r...2021-04-1535 minFundraising SuperheroesFundraising SuperheroesAlex Leonard on Content Creation for a CauseAlex Leonard has travelled the world and created some amazing content along the way.  His work in Sri Lanka inspired him to create his documentary Humans and Elephants, where he discusses the effects of eco-tourism on the environment.  In our interview, he shares how the documentary came to be and how creative content helps connect audiences to the emotion behind your cause.  More About Driven: trustdriven.com AL Media : https://www.alexleonardmedia.com/​ Humans and Elephants: https://www.alexleonardmedia.com/docu...​ Pollinator Pathways Project: https...2021-04-1430 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowCreating a Multi-Media Collective with Dexter CroweThis episode is with Dexter Crowe, someone I've personally known for years who I connected with recently to hear about his latest musical endeavors.Halaken Collective is the birthplace of a global collective of creators united by the power of art for change. It is a multi-media label intent on cultivating a platform to bridge East and West, the traditional and progressive, the magnificent and unnoticed through music and video.   Dexter and Mercan are two creative forces behind the releases that are focusing on really inspiring projects and putting a ton of passion and drive behind every pr...2021-04-0842 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowFestivals in a Pandemic with Gabriel MattacchioneFrom the very beginning, Ever After Music Fest (EAMF) in Kitchener, Ontario has been a landmark event for bass heads from around the world. It combines top headliners, underground artists, and upcoming talent in a unique setting with a stellar sound system to deliver quality year after year. What's super cool about Ever After Music Festival is that it is an event that is run by a family-owned company primarily getting its revenue from ticket sales. Unfortunately, the 3-day festival was canceled last year due to COVID-19. I caught up with Gabriel Mattacchione at the en...2021-04-0135 minToday In SpaceToday In SpaceNASA's SLS Success, 200 years of Greek Independence, and Leonard Nimoy DayOn this week's episode there's alot to catch up on in Space! NASA successfully test fired their RS-25 engines for the Space Launch System, the heavy lift vehicle created from the Space Shuttle, and is planned to be used for the Artemis Missions. Starship SN11 test fired successfully in Boca Chica, Texas. SpaceX scrubbed the 10km test flight until Monday. March 25th was the 200th anniversary of Greek Independence and I share my thoughts as a second generation Greek American and reflect on just how recent that it.  & March 26th was Leonard N...2021-03-2623 minDeep Space GayDeep Space Gay015. There ain't nothing there (TOS: Leonard "Bones" McCoy)Don't let the title of the episode trick you into thinking that Dr. McCoy isn't the biggest badass on the ship!! It's finally time to talk about the first of the big three, Leonard "Bones" McCoy! In this episode we dive into the stories around the first CMO on the USS-Enterprise, his role as a surgeon, physician and psychologist, and the complicated relationship that almost emerged between his daughter, Kirk and Bones. Also, Alex quizzes Paula on her Star Trek "medical knowledge" and we learn why it wouldn't make a difference if anyone stole our brains. Come j...2021-03-251h 24The Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowEstablishing a Loyal Music Scene with Jason CarpenterThe latest podcast interview is with a founder of N.E.C. Productions, Jason Carpenter, a successful entrepreneur in London, Ontario that has helped the electronic scene grow and flourish in my hometown. Jason is an experienced business owner with a demonstrated history of working in the events services industry. He's skilled in advertising, sales, accounting, promotional marketing, and party planning. I was lucky to have the pleasure of sitting down with Jason to learn about how he's been able to create one of Canada's thriving music scenes, supporting countless DJs over the past 20 years by helping them launch...2021-03-1941 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowFinding Your Inner Leader with Janic GorayebJanic Gorayeb is the Founder and Creative Curator for Ripple Effect Leadership and she reminds people every day that leadership manifests in many ways. I am delighted to share this thought-provoking podcast with you, as Janic and I dig deeper into what makes a strong leader and how everyone can realize their own inner authority. Janic now helps clients break free from the misnomer that leadership is reserved for the reigning elite who top the corporate hierarchy.  At the core of Ripple Effect Leadership is creativity, fun, collaboration, and authenticity - values that are weaved through everything Ja...2021-03-1240 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowGrowing Your Team and Sales Funnel in Entertainment with Sam PearceSam Pearce is the latest guest on the Creative Kind Podcast, a charismatic entertainer who brings a lifetime of showmanship of working as a magician into his present-day events. He's performed for some of Canada's biggest brands, like Air Miles, Shell, Sunlife, Sobeys, Manulife, Esso, and many more.Sam's unique proposition is to bring his own talents onto the stage and now through people's screens to help bring large events like Award Galas, Conferences, Holiday Parties, and Employee Training to become Real Fun! His unique proposition is that he partners with Canada's biggest brands to connect their...2021-03-0435 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowPre-production Tips with Alex Leonard: Why Make a Video?The next upload to the Creative Kind Podcast is a first in a series of solo episodes, where I'm discussing each of the 20 important tips for creating your own engaging social media videos. The very first tip is on understanding why you want to make a video, how does it help you achieve your business goals, and how can that video tie into your digital marketing agenda. If you're curious to learn the other 19 tips, you can download the whole entire e-book for free online here!https://www.alexleonardmedia.com/20-tips-for-videos-e-bookI hope...2021-02-2609 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowFrom Acting in Movies to Podcasting on Purpose with Anisa ButtAnisa Butt is a British Asian actress from London, UK. She has done work in both the UK and Mumbai, India. She studied performing arts in London and is also the host of her own podcast, @unplugwithani which has over 130 episodes! Ani is an inspiring individual that has done some extraordinary work across continents and in several large films and TV productions. Most recently, she's begun working as a transformation coach to help others achieve their goals through adversity. I had the absolute pleasure of chatting more with Anisa to learn about her career path, ho...2021-02-1830 minGoldylocks ProductionsGoldylocks Productions12Feb2021 Live from Little Bear Sanctuary Special Guest Alex LeonardChristopher Vane co-founded Little Bear Sanctuary, a nonprofit farm animal sanctuary in Punta Gorda, FL, in honor of his late mother Ursula (which translates to “little bear” in Latin). They shared a common passion for animals and Ursula often dreamed of providing neglected, once-abused animals a safe haven.While originally from New York, Chris surprisingly started off with a career in human healthcare, eventually landing in Florida working as a real estate broker. When he met Randy, everything changed…for the better, that is! Their relationship sparked a new passion to live each day with purpose. After they got ma...2021-02-171h 01The Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowBridging the gap between music communities with cpark’Whoiscpark’ is a multi-faceted emerging DJ & producer based in Toronto. She started from humble beginnings in the living room of her student home and eventually transitioned to playing for larger venues and events all across the GTA. Her continuous delivery of high-energy as well as deeply emotional music is meant to make your heart race and take you on a journey.The recent pandemic has allowed her to shift her focus to creating and sharing content online, experimenting with unexplored sounds and mixes, streaming DJ sets, and uplifting other artists in her community.We speak abou...2021-02-1130 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowDeveloping a Content Strategy For Your Niche with Devon JonesDevon spent 12 years of his life developing a record label and helping talented creatives capture the essence of their brand and communicate that with the world in a meaningful way. He has developed an array of talents and translatable skills from his work in the music industry. Now Devon has a desire to continue to use his expertise in a more meaningful way which has lead him to the world of business strategy and development. He's the co-founder of Seven Tree Media, a creative agency based in Calgary, Canada.We discuss why communication is key, especially in...2021-02-0434 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowHow to Build an Authentic Audience with Krista RipmaThe next guest on The Creative Kind is Krista Ripma! Her mission is to inspire others to tell their stories and share their truth through radically honest marketing. Because Krista intimately understands the web of personal passions, online platforms, and the human networks that drive success, she is able to create and hone stunning and compelling brands and digital launches.Additionally, Krista is a great orator and comfortable on the mic. She offers a unique and refreshing approach to business and entrepreneurship.  She is the host of the Authentic Audience podcast, where she interviews guest experts on ho...2021-01-3038 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowConnecting to Your Inner Capabilities in Life with Mr. NokturnMr. Nokturn is an inspiring DJ turned cultural coordinator living in the Gaspé Peninsula in Gaspésie. We speak about the Quebec culture and how the community has grown outside all the major cities that are more southern on the St. Laurent River in Eastern Canada. There is a large First Nations community located in the area that Olivier works with, the man behind Mr. Nokturn. He is working with Q052, an Indigenous hip-hop artist, a talented rapper that Oliver speaks highly of.I met Olivier several years ago when living in Montreal as we were both co...2021-01-2128 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowSetting Goals, Overcoming Challenges, and Dreaming Big!For episode 28, I decided to do my first solo episode of season 2 where I look back at 2020 and some of the biggest challenges and growing pains that I had, both personally and professionally. I speak about setting goals and dreaming big in the second half of the episode, discussing my own strategies for achieving your vision. The root of this episode was somewhat inspired by my post on Instagram that highlighted a lot of the topics discussed here, so I wanted to expand on those thoughts in greater detail with a bit of self reflection looking forward into 2021. I...2021-01-0728 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowFinding Permission to Live Fully with Thomas PiperBrooklyn NY’s, emergent powerhouse, multi-talented independent artist, Thomas Piper announces the launch of his debut LP ‘Permission to Live’ released June 5, 2020 via all digital and streaming platforms. A Futuristic Renaissance man who’s genre defiant, a multi-instrumentalist,  soulful baritone vocalist, prolific songwriter, producer, filmmaker, and visual artist. Thomas started his independent company The People’s Republic of Sound, & YouTube channel BeatDesign to showcase his work. He welded each layer together from the lyrics, vocals,  sound, and recordings, while mixing & mastering each song, also designing the album & single’s artwork. Thomas has taught himself an array of skills from fil...2020-12-3036 minThe Homonymous PodcastThe Homonymous PodcastHomonymous Podcast Episode 22 (ft. Isabelle Leonard)Alex and Ethan are joined virtually by this weeks guest, Isabelle Leonard! Izzy is a student in the University of Southern California film program. This week, from three different states, California, Texas, and Tennessee the guys talk all things production and Izzy gives some great insight to what it is like working on award winning short films and projects! This is the Homonymous Podcast. Check out our Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homonymous-episode-3/id1495932173?i=1000464946542 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1FFHX3bKJLP64xyWIgKCaX?si=ZKVcxs8QSDaX3pSIc5uipw2020-12-2144 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowSharing Stories Through Speech with Sunday AjakSunday Ajak is a motivational speaker and spoken word poet who brings his unique lived experience through his creative work. The transcendental nature of his words often stirs a lot of emotions and provokes feelings of interest and enlightenment. From humble beginnings writing spoken word poetry at highschool, Sunday continues to live life to the fullest and give back to others through his messages. I had the sincere pleasure of speaking with Sunday on The Creative Kind Podcast in season 2 to discuss his creative process, the power of public speaking, finding inspiration, and building self-confidence. Sunday's voice...2020-12-1036 minCréativité 101Créativité 101#23- Alex PerronCette semaine, nous discutons avec Alex Perron de son processus créatif. Alex est un humoriste, comédien et animateur connu pour avoir fait partie du groupe Les Mecs Comiques, la série 3x rien et sa carrière d'humoriste solo. Avec des études en théâtre et en humour, il sait jouer autant qu'il sait faire rire. Son dernier projet est son spectacle solo: Alex, ton coach de vie amoureuse, un spectacle d'humour, mais avec un concept drôle et original.Dans cet épisode, Alex nous parle de son style d'humour, de la façon de...2020-12-011h 16The Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowSupporting Small Businesses on Social Media with Kristen AuKristen Au is a social media marketing strategist and educator, passionate about helping local small business owners on creative and effective content marketing in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.Before moving to Yellowknife, she had over a decade of experience as a freelance musician and model in Toronto. Kristen has found social media to be the most important aspect of marketing to maintain in high demand throughout her career.Fast forward to mid-March 2020, she was working as an advertising sales person, selling radio and digital ads on a local news website in Yellowknife. She decided to quit t...2020-11-2633 minBehind the Grind ShowBehind the Grind ShowGrowing From Employee To Self-Employed With Alex LeonardOn today's episode of Behind the Grind Show, we sit down with Alex Leonard, co-owner of Iron and Grain Leather Co - a Pensacola based business where they're making unique, handmade leather goods since 2016. We talk with Alex about quitting your day job to go all in on your side hustle, what it takes to run a small business, and much more. We hope you enjoy our interview with Alex Leonard! Thank you for supporting us and tuning in every Monday. Please subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps new listeners and entrepreneurs find u...2020-11-1647 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowWhy a Human Touch is so Important in Mixing and Mastering with Alex EmrichAlex Emrich is a creative mixing and mastering freelancer that has found his true calling in the Music Industry and Arts World. We discuss the benefits of having a real person review your music as well as the place of AI in the future. It's a really interesting episode that dives deep into the topic of mixing music, how Alex got started, and where he sees the sector going next. I hope you enjoy episode 4 of season 2, following creative entertainers. Don't miss a single episode:Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Apple Podcasts2020-11-1041 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowThe Passionate Art of DJing with Death LotusDeath Lotus is a super group made up of Purple Lotus and Iniquity. These two together bring a unique sound to the bass world with their original DJ sets. Purple Lotus plays trippy music with a hint of global influence to bring her style together. Iniquity is known for his dark bass-heavy sets that are a perfect way to start one's evening. Formerly known as VLI, Iniquity brings a darker flavour to his music. Death Lotus is a blend of trippy dark bass-house, combing their unqiue approach to music. I had the pleasure of speaking with both a...2020-10-3129 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowLunar Rotations with Zahra Habib on 94.9FMZahra Habib (aka Brown Skin Lady) is an award-winning DJ, host, and community organizer who is dedicated to creating and implementing ever-expanding visions for London’s artistic landscape. She’s also the Program Director at London’s most sought-after community radio station, 94.9 FM Radio Western. Connecting and uplifting people through music has become one of Zahra’s guiding principles. Through live and online events, and her weekly radio show Lunar Rotations, Zahra loves to create spaces for people of all walks of life to connect, be, and experience joy with others and with themselves. She has worked closely with...2020-10-2056 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowPhotography, Entrepreneurship, and Philosophy with Sebastian FurtadoSebastian Furtado is a Montréal-based photographer and videographer. He shoots a bit of everything but is most passionate about wildlife, landscape, and astrophotography. If you want to reach him, he’s most active on Instagram @seb.furtado. I know Seb from studying philosophy together at Concordia University and have been super impressed with his astrophotography and the work he's done with big brands in Montreal. It was a pleasure to reconnect with him and I think other creators, especially those in the film and photo world, are really going to appreciate this episode. Enjoy!Don...2020-10-0836 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowCrowdfunding Your Business Idea on Ulule with Eleni StefanopoulosUlule is the largest certified B-Corp crowdfunding company of its kind and we put the spotlight on women entrepreneurship and positive impact projects.Currently, Ulule is working on its #SpreadGood program; a 4 month COVID-19 relief program that they have created in collaboration with Bank of the West. It is a completely digital initiative that hosts over 30 field experts and 20 boss women small business owners and it’s packed with workshops and webinars to help business owners develop the knowledge and skillsets they need to overcome the effects of the pandemic.Best of all it's totally FR...2020-09-2328 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowBehind the Scenes of Music Production with AsanteAsante is a Canadian artist from Toronto Canada, who creates music using catchy melodies to energetic hip hop/R&B beats. He started his music journey in the summer of 2018. Asante has always aimed to tell a story through his music. He shares relatable stories that connect him to his listeners. Asante has performed all over Western University (London, ON), around the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), and at different venues such as the hip-hop supermarket in Toronto.   His drive and passion for music grow every day. Asante aims to one day be known as the “King of Melo...2020-09-0432 minExtremely Biased SportsExtremely Biased SportsNew beginnings for EBS and Leonard FournetteHosts Jerry, Nick and Alex give their early predictions for all the NFL awards, and their takes on the futures of RBs Leonard Fournette and Alvin Kamara. NBA powerhouses Miami Heat are also discussed, and what it will take for them to upset the number 1 seed Bucks.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app2020-09-021h 22The Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowScaling Your Personal Creative Brand with Andre AllenAndre Allen is a thriving multidisciplinary-creative individual. He has spent 7+ years working in the arts, technology, business and entertainment fields, displaying a wide variety of client works and portfolio materials, production methods & working ethics -- ultimately displaying his versatility within many creative objectives. His high aptitude for strategic learning, critical thinking and problem solving, has allowed him to consistently excel in various professional roles, such as: Creative & Art Director, UI/UX Strategist, Branding Consultant, as well as being a Serial-Entrepreneur and Spoken-Word Poet.It was an absolute pleasure to have him on my podcast. I hope you...2020-08-2632 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowFrom Engineering to Entrepreneurship with Martha HukMartha Huk is the next guest on The Creative Kind Podcast. Martha is an engineer turned entrepreneur who has created her own empire in a very short span of time. She is the founder of Hedgeford & Berkley, design and builds a firm that has an unparalleled drive to pair high caliber construction with beautiful design. Her company has erupted out of obscurity to be a game-changer in the industry within a 5-year period and continues to see explosive success.Martha started this business without having a formal business education. Her tenacity for success has been fu...2020-08-1330 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowExploring Artistic Expressions through Form with Andres GarzonThe next guest on The Creative Kind Podcast is Andres Garzon, an illustrator based in London, Ontario. He currently partners with local art spaces, businesses, and companies to tell their stories through fun and impactful artwork. Andres is a good friend of mine as well through the entrepeneurship community and I've had the opportunity to work with him on several projects.  As a die-hard lover of whimsical portraiture and dreamy landscapes, Andres has naturally gravitated to good old pencil, paper, and paint, as well as digital platforms that emulate that same hand-made feel and craftsmanship.  He loves bright...2020-08-0532 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowSharing Original Content for Gems on Yuser with Tom and EunikaShare original content for Gems. Buy and sell with Gems. Build community one gem at a time. Sounds so simple and it works! Yuser is an innovative blockchain technology that connects content creators on a yuser-friendly social media platform. I've known about Yuser since seeing Eunika pitch the technology at Tech Alliance's pitching competition. I was totally interested as a creator naturally and have been looking forward to sharing this interview. You're listening to the first double guest episode on The Creative Kind Podcast. It was a real pleasure to speak with both Tom and Eunika. Enjoy! 2020-07-3028 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowHow to Start a Co-hosted Podcast with Jabriel AlSuhaimiFor the past 3 months since quarantine started, Jabriel AlSuhaimi has wanted to learn something new, stay in contact with friends around the world, and start a podcast. Thus, The Movie Newbie was born. Jabriel and his two friends, scattered across the globe (Bahrain, London, Vancouver) now regularly catch up to chat about movies. His two friends who work in the movie industry get him to watch a movie, then they review it from the point of view of the “experts” and the “casual.” Jabriel designs his own podcast art and everything else, which is awesome to see. I've kno...2020-07-2333 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowCreating Indigenous Music and Art with DJ PØPTRTA DJ and indigenous artist from the Mohawk nation of Kahnawake. She fell in love with electronic music scene from attending music festivals and art events in Montreal. Her biggest influences are Daft Punk, Deee-Lite, Mr.Oizo, Claude VonStroke, 2ne1, & A Tribe Called Red. DJ PØPTRT has played at Place Des Arts, Club SAW, Blue Dog, Cinema Quebec for Nuit Blance, Oxfam Quebec March Monde, & more.DJ PØPTRT also has a radio show title ‘PØPTRT’S PLAYHOUSE’. The show runs every Thursday night from 11pm - 12 am on Kahnawake’s K103.7 FM. She brings guest DJs r...2020-07-0828 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowThe Social Impact of Sharing a Podcast with Avery KondaAvery is all about business as a catalyst for change, youth in philanthropy, and building #SocialImpactEverywhere. He works as a Staffing Consultant for Randstad Canada, helping people find their dream careers, and in his spare time can be found working out, making a new health food recipe, or running his podcast, Social Impactors. He volunteers for organizations like the League of Innovators and works as a Content Contributor for the Sandbox Centre. Avery is a firm believer in building sustainable social action in the world.It was an absolute pleasure to have Avery as my guest on The...2020-07-0328 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowDeveloping an Ace Website with Matthew Schonewille Pt. 1When I asked my former web development and design professor at Fanshawe College, Matthew Schonewille, to come on my podcast, he was totally for it. Matthew and I got along really well when I was a student and I continued after to chat with him in meetings to discuss growing my business AL Media and hear from his insights. He's a great guy, business professor, SEO strategist, photographer, and life long entrepreneur. Of many things. I think people are really going to enjoy this episode, as Matthew and I chat a lot about building a website. Whether...2020-06-2630 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowGrowing a Startup in the Pandemic with Ryan KellyRyan Kelly is a good friend and fellow entrepreneur that I've met through the Leap Junction community. I knew I wanted to bring him onto my show, as he's quite well-spoken and is equally as driven as myself. It was a pleasure to speak with him and share more information about his latest start-up, The Atrium Project.There are many valuable volunteers looking to offer support to those who need it. However, making sure they are a good fit, and overseeing them can be challenging and time-consuming. This is why The Atrium Project exists. Ryan a...2020-06-1730 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowDigging Into Vintage Style with Cameron GeddesMy next podcast guest is Cameron Geddes, co-founder of Dugout Vintage, an online and brick-and-mortar vintage clothing store that resells cool garments and shoes.Cameron and I chat about the logistics of running a clothing store that focuses on upcycling old clothing, from having separate inventory on Etsy, in-store, and their website.The mission that Dugout Vintage is on goes beyond avoiding fast fashion. They have also been community leaders and work to support minority groups and those in financial worse situations. Enjoy!Don't miss a single episode:Subscribe on Spotify2020-06-1130 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowHelping Run a Family Business with Florian Van den HauweFlorian Van den Hauwe is a 21-year-old student working as a salesman in my his family's bike shop in Melle near Ghent, Belgium. He is the fourth generation employee, as the bike shop has been with the family since 1921! Florian has designed his family's website and helps run social media and marketing.He and I were interested in some of the same courses we were taught during his exchange at Fanshawe College. It was a pleasure to have him on the show, where we chat about cycling, running a business, and how the pandemic will impact his...2020-06-0323 minBuild. Reach. Teach: It\'s Time to RefocusBuild. Reach. Teach: It's Time to Refocus"I Can't Breathe": LIVE From Minneapolis: We are fighting for our lives! Special Guest- Alex Leonard ( Minneapolis, Resident)PART: 1-Learn more about the Minneapolis/ St. Paul, MN Police Department and its LONG history of ongoing issues that has caused this city to go up in flames! Alex Leonard has been a long time resident and community activist for years in Minneapolis.  On this podcast , he give us some important factors and information to consider as we see the ongoing issues unfolding in Minneapolis! THANK YOU, Alex for your serve and support to your community! #SHARE THE PODCAST #Blacklivesmatters #WE ALL MATTER www.buildreachteach.com2020-05-3021 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowFinding a Purpose Post-Education with Aidan SwanepoelI speak with Aidan Swanepoel on the next episode of The Creative Kind Podcast. We chat about the difference between starting a career as an entrepreneur versus taking a 9 to 5 job for a large company. Aidan and I shed some light on the positive and negative aspects of each path forward.This is an interesting episode for recent graduates and entrepreneurs alike! Tune in on Wednesday late afternoon to hear the next episode.Don't miss a single episode:Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Apple PodcastsLike what you heard?2020-05-2734 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowCanadian Adventures with Lisa KurolapFML Adventures is a Canadian tour company that offers a wide range of tours between Halifax to Vancouver, which is tailored towards 19-35 year old backpackers. The trips are for people who want to experience the best of Canada’s forests, mountains, and lakes from coast to coast.Lisa and Alex speak about how her trip last year went, some of her favourite hidden gems in Canada off the tourist track, and how she's pivoting during the pandemic to offer shorter trips to local wineries around Southern Ontario. Enjoy!Don't miss a single episode:S...2020-05-2032 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowLearning about Cinematography with Lucas WakmanLucas Wakman is an established filmmaker and cinematographer based in Montreal, Quebec. He has had several popular short films featured in festivals across North America. Lucas and I discuss the merit of creating both short form and long form visual content and the camera gear we use. I personally learnt a lot in the interview and am happy to share this broadcast with a personal friend and inspiring creator that I regularly bounce ideas around with.  As always,  new interviews every Wednesday on the Creative Kind. Don't miss a single episode:Subscribe on SpotifyS...2020-05-1330 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowHow Futurpreneur Can Help Your BusinessFuturpreneur Canada has been fueling the entrepreneurial passions of Canada’s young enterprise for two decades. They are one of the only national, non-profit organization that provides financing, mentoring, and support tools to aspiring business owners aged 18-39. The internationally recognized mentoring program hand matches young entrepreneurs with a business expert from a network of more than 2,800 volunteer mentors. We offer up to $60,000 in Start-Up financing for new businesses or businesses that have been operating full-time for less than twelve months. Our financing is collateral-free and unsecured. In addition, our young entrepreneurs are hand-matched with a qualified and experi...2020-05-0629 minMindCepMindCep#16 Special Guest Series | Gerald Leonard: TEDx Speaker, Musician, Entrepreneur, & AuthorHi all, Welcome back to another episode on the MindCep Podcast and in today's episode we have a very special guest named Gerald Leonard joining us today. This episode is brought to you by Radioguestlist.com, the #1 free radio, guest, podcast, and talk show guest expert interview booking service. Gerald works with organizations and individuals to deliver the right projects the right way and improve performance and profits. He helps them to grow their people to deliver better customer experiences and results. Gerald's 7 principles for developing a culture that works is an insightful and unique way of combining the author’s...2020-05-0238 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowThe Joy of Photography with Alejandra ValenciaIn this episode of The Creative Kind Podcast, Alex speaks with Alejandra Valencia. She is the owner of Prisma Photography Studio, based in London, Ontario. We talk about her background growing up in Colombia learning about photography from her family. Alejandra is now running a successful photography studio in London and caters to Weddings, Engagements, Maternity, Newborns, Family Sessions, and Professional headshots. She shares important information about how anyone can quickly learn to take better photos and the importance of following a professional plan. Enjoy this special 20-minute interview from Alex Leonard on The Creative Kind Podcast! D...2020-05-0120 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowBuilding a Community with Kevin McKayKevin McKay is a DJ and events organizer in South Western Ontario who is the co-founder of Archer+Kow with his business partner Allison. This is a great episode that shares insights from someone very involved with creating community groups, both in-person and online. Kevin and Alex connect together as two friends who have a lot to share to help entrepreneurs right now in the age of COVID-19. From two local Londoners, they have similar interests in electronic music, live events, hiking outdoors, and environmental conservation. Enjoy!Don't miss a single episode:Subscribe on Spotify2020-04-2927 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowAn Introduction to The Creative Kind with Alex LeonardThe Creative Kind is officially out! We're live, so tune in, turn up, and drop out. I'm your host Alex Leonard and I'm giving a formal introduction to the show. In this first episode, you'll hear about who the new podcast will be for, what you can expect to learn with each new episode, how to reach me if you want to join, and who helped inspire the show's creation. [0:00 - 1:06] Show introduction[1:07 - 3:06] An Introduction to who Alex Leonard is[3:07 - 6:41] What one can expect to learn[6:42...2020-04-1629 minThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind ShowThe Creative Kind Podcast TrailerYou are listening to The Creative Kind Podcast, helping you learn from successful professionals about what it takes to run a business, grow an audience, and increase your income.  With each new episode, you’ll hear marketing strategies and business tips to implement right away.  I’ll be introducing you to the best of the best and together, we’ll learn about the highs and lows of running a creative business in order to become better entrepreneurs and build profitable distribution channels. I’m your host, Alex Leonard, owner of the creative company AL Media...2020-04-1201 minB.O.O.S.T. PodcastB.O.O.S.T. PodcastTop Growth Strategies to Navigate the Twists & Turns of Office Politics >> Alex Tremble | EP20The journey to senior leadership can be a tough one, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, Alex Tremble shares how getting comfortable with not knowing everything can help you build successful relationships, gain influence, and win the trust of others regardless of where you are in your career/business. Alex is a speaker, career coach, and founder of GPS Leadership Solutions. He has helped hundreds of executive leaders strategically position themselves for their next promotions using his GPS Success methodology. After you listen in, don’t forget to connect with Alex on your favorite digital platform(s...2019-08-0121 minThe Impactors PodcastThe Impactors PodcastUsing media for environmentalism, the challenges of greenwashing & changing habits (Alex Leonard)"That ideology of pumping each other and having a certified system that these organizations are transparent, they are actually moving ahead, is so important today." Episode #23 of Season 2 of The Social Impactors Podcast features #SocialImpactor Alex Leonard, Founder & CEO of Alex Leonard Media, a creative hub in London, Ontario that helps provide video content and murals to environmental businesses and non-profits in the surrounding area. Alex uses his passion to collaborate with organizations by providing high-quality video content, fresh mural designs, and a marketing management guidance to help others grow. Alex Leonard Media also has a documentary...2019-05-2126 minNashville DemystifiedNashville DemystifiedBelcourt Theater Program Director Toby LeonardAlex sits down with Belcourt Program Director Toby Leonard and author Veronica Kavass.2019-05-2041 minThe Morning AfterThe Morning AfterEpisode 162: Alex Leonard of LowlifeAn alligator walks into a Wendy’s, a Londoner walks into 46 McDonalds, and a soda sommelier walks into your local KFC… you’ve tuned in to this week’s _ The Morning After _!  Welcoming Chef Alex Leonard, who hails from the Bushwick standout Blanca, where he was chef de cuisine, Alex shares how he refined his culinary creativity and what he took to the kitchen at the newly opened Lowlife.  Commenting on what it means to be aggressively local plus thoughts on meal pricing and quality, this is a conversation not to be missed! “Going from a 12 seat res...2016-02-1400 min