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Social AnimalsFoad HP This week I am hanging out with Foad HP Today’s guest is the incredibly sharp and hilarious Foad HP — actor, writer, and stand-up straight outta Toronto. You might’ve seen him on Just For Laughs, JFL42, heard him on CBC Radio’s Laugh Out Loud or SiriusXM, or maybe you were lucky enough to catch him winning the 2016 Toronto Comedy Brawl. In this episode, we dive into everything from Grecian human traffickers (yep, you read that right), to cultural overlaps, and of course, our mutual love of books. It’s thoughtful, it’s funny, and honestly...2025-05-0749 min
Social AnimalsStephen StohnEpisode 88 Available Now! Today I’m hanging out with Stephen Stohn. Ontario-based, semi-retired entertainment lawyer and co-producer of the Degrassi television series. Stephen takes me on a wonderful journey of friendship. We talk about travelling nomadically in a van with singer-songwriter and original Much Music Vee-Jay Christopher Ward, a valiant and successful fight against cat allergies and a song written with Paul McCartney….kind of. This is Stephen Stohn and these are his stories of friendship. You can follow Stephen here: https://stephenstohn.ca/gta-rhythm-section @stephenstohn on Inst...2025-04-0257 min
Social AnimalsGene Champagne This week I am hanging out with Gene Champagne Gene is the Drummer for seminal Canadian punk band ‘Teenage Head’ and a founding member of the Killjoys, a foundational indie band in the 90s music scene and has toured the world. We talk about the healing power of pets, a shocking loss of a friend and making an album for yourself. You can follow Gene Champagne here: Spotify: Let’s Jet Instagram: genchampagne_official Subscribe to automatically get Gene Champagne’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Subsc...2025-03-0530 min
Social AnimalsRozhen Asrani Episode 86 Available Now! This week I am hanging out with Rozhen Asrani Rozhen is the candidate for the Ontario NDP Party in Etobicoke-Lakeshore. She’s bringing Provincial Politics into this century with progressive policy and working-class ethics. We realized we have a lot more in common than our politics, she tells a story about a mid-air hot air balloon fight and what her plans are for the Province. You can follow Rozhen Asrani here: Web: rozhen.ca IG: www.instagram.com/rozhen.ndp, FB: www.facebook.com/ndp...2025-01-291h 00
Social AnimalsChris MacDonald This week I am hanging out with Chris MacDonald. Chris is the author of a new book called Days and Days A story about Sunderland’s Leatherface and the Ties that Bind, published by ECW Press. Chris is also the owner and tattoo artist at Under my Thumb on College St. in Toronto and a certified rock and roller playing in the band Le Barons. We talk about backpacking, taking mushrooms at the cottage and new words that burn into your memory. This is Chris MacDonald, Author of Days and Days and these ar...2024-10-3056 min
Social AnimalsNajla Said This week I am hanging out with Najla Said. I read Nejla’s book “Looking for Palestine” and it struck a chord as a story of representation and struggle about identity growing up with an eminent academic father who fought his entire life for Peace. Edward Said was one of the world’s most galvanizing thinkers and defined how the world viewed Arabs. Nejla and I discuss the value of an imaginary friend and why you shouldn’t go to an Airbnb on the other side of an unrefrigerated fish market in Vietnam. We discuss not apologizing for our ex...2024-10-021h 02
Social AnimalsBeatlalipos aka Elie Nakhle This week I am hanging out with Beatlalipos aka Elie Nakhle Elie is a Lebanese Producer, Rapper and sound Engineer who lives in Montreal. We talk about Lebanese food, politics and what brought Elie to Canada. Is God an imaginary friend? A near death experience and his newest project released July 1st 2024 called 808 Dabke infusing modern sounds with traditional Arabic melodies. You can follow Beatlalipos here: Web: www.beatlalipos.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Gek9Q7tZ8ribKJrjBKcNH Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/beatlalipos Subscribe to aut...2024-07-311h 18
Social AnimalsJay Sparrow This week I am hanging out with Jay Sparrow Jay is a singer/songwriter based in Alberta, Canada. Jay is a career musician having played in ‘Murder City Sparrows’ and taken his solo act to great heights he is now releasing his 8th studio album ‘Hard Eight.’ He’s also the owner of Sea Change Brewery. We talk about drive-by shootings and talking to gang members while filming a music video, partying with Wyclef Jean, growing up in Alberta and how hard it is to get a beer into the LCBO. You can follow Jay here:...2024-05-221h 00
Social AnimalsBilal Nasser This week I am hanging out with Bilal Nasser Bilal is a Windsor, ON based musician who takes a foundation of classical guitar, elements of shoegaze, post-punk and drone and distills them into a cascade of brilliant and emotive sound. He is also a music teacher, fellow podcaster and he opened the loft he shares with his partner Kamryn to us when the band was on tour in November. You can follow Bilal Nasser here: Link 00: https://www.instagram.com/bilalguitar/?hl=en Link 01: bilalnasser.com Link 02: https://bilalnasser...2024-04-171h 05
Social AnimalsSimon Head This week I am hanging out with Simon Head Simon is a Simon is a Canadian musician, documentarian, tour manager and dad. Simon found Social Animals because he just finished a documentary called ‘Subversives: History of Lowest of the Low’ who’s lead singer, Stephen Stanley was a recent guest and features other Social Animals like Alan Cross and mother of Sameer Cash, the trailblazing Sandy Pandya. We talk about taking magic mushrooms, being on tour, what we would do if we didn’t have jobs and we ruminate on the behaviour of cats. You...2024-03-201h 16
Social AnimalsTez Ilyas Today I’m hanging out with Tez Ilyas. Tez is a UK based comedian, actor, writer and author who has performed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Live at The Apollo, and co-starred on the Netflix Series Man Like Mobeen You can follow [GUEST] here: Web: https://tezilyas.com/ IG: @tezilyas Twitter (X): @tezilyas Subscribe to automatically get Tez’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Subscribe on all the channels at https://linktr.ee/socialanimalspodcast Tell your friends, comment below and enjoy the...2024-03-0642 min
Social AnimalsKatelynne Roland This week I am hanging out with Katelynne Roland They are an author and have generously spent some of their time to talk to me about being gifted live animals, getting dumped in a mall and Denmark. You can follow Katelynne Roland here: Web: https://katelynneroland.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/katelynnerolandwrites/ Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Chaos-Within-Katelynne-Roland-ebook/dp/B0CLK54FYL/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=milefive05-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=60435d7aa87a891e5c702e983c610eef&camp=15121&creative=330641 Subscribe to automatically get Katelynne Roland’s...2024-02-0729 min
Social AnimalsStephen StanleyThis week I am hanging out with Stephen Stanley Today I’m hanging out with Stephen Stanley. Stephen is a musician who helped found the Canadian Alternative Rock Pioneers Lowest of the Low and pilot them through the Indie Boom of the 90s. And now he’s doing it all again with his solo project The Stephen Stanley Band. We talk about growing up in Toronto, the legendary DJ Dave Bookman, touring, his new album ‘Before the Collapse of the Hive’ and more. You can follow Stephen Stanley here: https://stephenstanleyband.com/...2024-01-2449 min
Social AnimalsTracy HamiltonThis week I am hanging out with Tracy Hamilton We talk about overcoming social anxiety, her retired Pomeranian Evie and meeting the love of your life in a plague. We also discuss books and a new approach to setting boundaries. You can follow Tracy here: https://www.instagram.com/hamiltrace/ https://www.tracyhamilton.net/ https://www.tiktok.com/@hamiltrace Subscribe to automatically get Tracy’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Subscribe on all the channels at https://socialanimals.ca/ Tell your friends, comment bel...2024-01-1057 min
Social AnimalsZane Banyan Pt. 2 This week is a continuation of my conversation with Zane Banyan Zane is a vocalist and model and has generously spent some of her time to talk to me about cat homies, losing a friend and ADHD. https://www.instagram.com/xozane/ https://www.instagram.com/genx90srock/ https://www.goodenoughlivekaraoke.com/ Subscribe to automatically get Zane’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Subscribe on all the channels at https://socialanimals.ca/ Tell your friends, comment below and enjoy the stories! Th...2023-09-1317 min
Social AnimalsZane Banyan This week I am hanging out with Zane Banyan Zane is a vocalist and model and has generously spent some of her time to talk to me about cottage weekends, epic musical journeys and books You can follow Zane Banyan here: https://www.instagram.com/xozane/ https://www.instagram.com/genx90srock/ https://www.goodenoughlivekaraoke.com/ Subscribe to automatically get Zane’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Subscribe on all the channels at https://socialanimals.ca/ Tell your friends, comment below and enjoy th...2023-09-0638 min
Social AnimalsDylan Hennessy This week I am hanging out with Dylan Hennessy Dylan is a multi-instrumentalist and busker and has generously spent some of his time to talk to me about Reappearing friends, nostalgic bachelor parties and making friends with people who kick you. You can follow Dylan Hennessy here: https://www.dylanhennessymusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dylanhennessymusic/ https://www.youtube.com/@Dylanhennessy/featured Subscribe to automatically get Dylan Hennessy’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Subscribe on all the channels at https://socialanimals.ca/...2023-08-0247 min
Social AnimalsKen Tizzard - Tribute To A Friend Ken Tizzard is back! Ken is a musician, songwriter and producer, playing bass in the acclaimed Canadian rock bands The Watchmen, Thornley and Ron Hynes. Ken is now the raconteur behind Music for Goats, playing rich & soulful folk-rock. In this episode Ken tells stories about his late friend Steve Dagg. Steve is an accomplished jazz percussionist, fervent father and great friend who led a full life filled with music, surrounded by friends. RIP Steve Dagg, you will be remembered fondly by all. You can follow Ken Tizzard here: www.kentizzard.com ...2023-07-0527 min
Social AnimalsDave Merheje This week I am hanging out with Dave Merheje Dave is a Comedian, Actor and Writer. He is a co-star on the Golden Globe Winning Series, Ramy (Hulu), he has two specials “I Love You Habibi” on Crave, “Good Friend, Bad Grammar” on Youtube. We talk about travelling to the Middle East, kindness and how far to go when you’re playing rec soccer. You can follow Dave Merheje here: Insta: @davemerheje - https://www.instagram.com/davemerheje/ Facebook: davemerheje - https://www.facebook.com/comediandavemerheje/ Twitter: davemerheje - https://twitt...2023-06-0732 min
Social AnimalsChloe Brown This week I am hanging out with Chloe Brown Chloe is a community organizer, low-key saxophonist and candidate for City of Toronto Mayor in the June 26th, 2023 Mayoral By-election. Chloe has generously shared their time to talk to me about her friends, her drive and her platform. You can follow Chloe Brown here: https://chloebrown.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/chloebrown4to/ https://thelocal.to/toronto-mayor-candidates-2023/ https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/elections/by-election/ Subscribe to automatically get Chloe Brown’s episode and more episodes of Social An...2023-05-0330 min
Social AnimalsJad Sleiman This week I am hanging out with Jad Sleiman They are a comedian, journalist, writer, US marine and cat dad. We talk about being arab in the US Armed forces, BBQs and why his loveable furry roommate has no name. Jad’s brand of dark comedy has him discussing heavy issues from a unique perspective with a tongue firmly planted in his cheek, that is after being in the line of fire across the globe for many years. You can follow Jad Sleiman here: https://www.instagram.com/jadslay/ Subscribe to au...2023-04-0531 min
Social AnimalsRyan Shuvera: Older Siblings This week I am hanging out with Ryan Shuvera of the band Older Siblings, based in London, ON Ryan is the lead singer and birthright/namesake of his band Older Siblings which he is a part of along with his younger sibling Kait We talk about Public Parks, travelling to meet your pals, and why simple gestures are the most meaningful. You can follow Older Siblings here: https://www.instagram.com/oldersibsband/ https://oldersiblingsband.bandcamp.com/album/unfinished-basement https://open.spotify.com/artist/5whCLbyg2IQBvKs3cECMlS?si=lwH-DYunT2e4...2023-03-1543 min
Social AnimalsJake Touzel: SLEEPCIRCLEThis week I am hanging out with Jake Touzel Jake is the lead singer of the Vancouver-based hard rock mastadons called Sleepcircle.Jake and I coordinated time zones and chatted about siblings vs single children, the quiet chaos in the company of cats and rolling 200 joints and Jake shares a favourite book. 'The Knife Awaits' slated for February 17th 2023. With their energetic performances and distinctive sound, Sleepcircle has built a loyal fanbase that continues to grow with each new release. Their shows are known to be high energy and unforgettable, with fans eagerly anticipating their u...2023-03-0130 min
Social AnimalsJillian Clair: MVLLCRIMESThis week I am hanging out with Jillian Clair! Jill is the Lead singer for the post-hardcore band MVLLCRIMES from London, ON. We talk about pulling children’s hair, getting super high at a festival and long-distance friendships! You can follow Jill Clair here: https://www.instagram.com/mvllcrimes/ https://mvllcrimes.bandcamp.com/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Z3WkDDfrf27jJSl8J4ttr Subscribe on all the channels at https://socialanimals.ca/ to automatically get Jill Clair’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals: 2022-12-0749 min
Social AnimalsSean Sroka - Ten Kills the PackThis week I am hanging out with Sean Sroka aka Ten Kills the Pack. Sean is a singer-songwriter and soul behind the indie-folk outfit ‘Ten Kills the Pack.” Sean tells some great stories about the good ol’ days in Toronto, travelling to the East Coast and spending 7 years on a song that is featured on his newest EP “Thank you for trying: Act 1” which came out in September. You can follow Sean here: https://www.tenkillsthepack.com/ https://www.instagram.com/TenKillsThePack/ https://www.facebook.com/tenkillsthepack/ Subscribe...2022-11-0235 min
Social AnimalsAmber MorleyThis week I am hanging out with Amber Morley Amber is a life-long public servant with a passion for her community and the City of Toronto. Amber is currently running for Councillor of Ward 3 of Etobicoke-Lakeshore and hopes to bring a more community minded approach to our corner of Toronto. You can follow Amber Morley here: https://ambermorley.com/ https://www.instagram.com/morleyforward3/ https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/elections/key-dates/ Twitter: @MorleyforWard3 Subscribe to automatically get Amber Morley’s episode and more episodes of Soc...2022-10-0535 min
Social AnimalsImaginary Friends with Dr. Thomas R. BrooksThis week I am hanging out with Thomas R. Brooks, PhD Dr. Thomas Brooks specializes in relationships. He has authored many publications and was kind enough to share his opinion on the phenomenon that is imaginary friendship. This episode features clips from previous episodes, definitions, discussion, and light-hearted inquest into imaginary friendship. You can follow Thomas here: https://twitter.com/tbrooks_sexpsy https://brookssexography.wordpress.com/ https://psychosocialdistancingpodcast.wordpress.com/ Subscribe to automatically get Thomas’ episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Tell yo...2022-09-0755 min
Social AnimalsChris CresswellThis week I am hanging out with Chris Cresswell Chris Cresswell is a punk rock legend from Richmond Hill, ON. We talk about growing up in suburbia, huge meals in foreign places and jean jackets for teddy bears. You can follow The Flatliners here: https://www.theflatliners.com/ https://www.facebook.com/theflatliners https://twitter.com/theflatliners https://www.instagram.com/theflatliners/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy28hSDuYmAnFZWC_lECnyg https://open.spotify.com/artist/6bx5jeXP6LSRVY29adUFdB?si=_KxNNTClQ4KhaPX8xHXb3...2022-08-0353 min
Social AnimalsGauri PaighanThis week I am hanging out with Gauri Paighan Gauri is a musician, songwriter and traveller. Living by her own rules and forging her own path ahead with a little help from her friends, Gauri is a promising raconteur with surprising clarity. You can follow Gauri Paighan here: Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=naukden Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gauripaighan/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/gauripaighan/?modal=admin_todo_tour Twitter - https://twitter.com/GauriPaighan Soundcloud - https://sound...2022-07-0644 min
Social AnimalsChristina FlachThis week I am hanging out with Christina Flach Today I’m hanging out with Celebrity Hair & Makeup artist and CEO of Pretty Girl Makeup, Christina Flach. Christina is an accomplished artist with a client list that includes The Gap, Giorgio Armani and The Food Network and celebrities like Hilary Swank, Melissa McArthy, Tyler Florence and Lars Ulrich. We talk about losing her closest friend and confidant, husband and professional tennis star Ken Flach and how her friends supported her through grief, we chat about her dog Parker and what trails to take your friends hiking on in...2022-06-0139 min
Social AnimalsFrans De WaalThis week I am hanging out with Frans De Waal Frans De Waal is a leading primatologist studying chimpanzees and bonobos. Frans has a library of accolade’s including having been named one of TIME magazine’s 100 Most Influential People. Frans is the C. H. Candler Professor in Emory University’s Psychology Department and director of the Living Links Center at the Yerkes National Primate Research Center. You can follow Frans De Waal here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/franspublic Instagram: @frans_dewaal - https://www.instagram.com/frans_dewaal/ Web: h...2022-05-0447 min
Social AnimalsMountain HeadThis week I am hanging out with Mountain Head Mountain Head is a band made up of the brothers Ben and Kyle Hannah from Georgetown, Ontario. They have had success saving animals, making pizza and taking trips on mind-expanding psychedelics which has all lead to making incredible music. We talk about getting a text from Wu-Tangs Rizza after a long night out, how to repair a busted Winnabego and how to approach noisy neighbours. You can follow Mountain Head here: Instagram: @mountainhead - https://www.instagram.com/mountainhead/ 2022-04-2754 min
Social AnimalsFarheen AlimThis week I am hanging out with Farheen Alim Farheen is a high school teacher in Toronto, ON and she is running as the Ontario NDP Candidate for Etobicoke-Lakeshore. We talk about cottage getaways, camping and kayaking on the Humber River with friends, a friendship that started with a car accident and what Farheen has in mind for her prospective constituents. You can follow Farheen Alim here: IG: farheenalimndp Twitter: @farheenalim Facebook: Farheen Alim for Etobicoke-Lakeshore – Tik Tok: @farheenalimndp - Newsly: newsly.me Prom...2022-04-2033 min
Social AnimalsGreg SowellThis week I am hanging out with Greg Sowell Greg is a networking consultant from College Station, Texas. Greg is also a story-collector and hosts his own podcast called “Why Am I…?” We talk about the show, he tells an incredibly heartfelt tale about a powerful friend and tells the story about the ex-con he met through the golden age of floppy disks and dial-up internet You can follow Greg Sowell here: IG: @whyamipod Podcast: https://whyamipod.com/ Website: https://gregsowell.com/ NEWSLY: https://newsly.me Prom...2022-04-131h 07
Social AnimalsJames CrowleyThis week I am hanging out with James Crowley James Crowley is a writer, stand-up comedian and podcaster based in New York City. He is a fountain of musical knowledge who has carved out some time to talk about mixing friend groups, breaking up with a friend and how to write Twitter Bios for your favourite bands. You can follow James Crowley here: Web: https://jamespcrowley.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamescrowleysinfiniteplaylist/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/jamespcrowley68 Newsly.me: https://newsly.me/ ...2022-04-0648 min
Social AnimalsSkye WallaceThis week I am hanging out with Skye Wallace Skye is a musician, singer-songwriter based in Toronto, ON. We talk about touring with Crown Lands, hand-made dinosaurs and fizzy, chilled nectar like substance that you can only truly enjoy with a close and cherished connection. You can follow Skye Wallace here: Instagram: @skyewallacemusic // https://www.instagram.com/skyewallacemusic/?hl=en Website: https://www.skyewallace.com/ twitter @skyewallace // https://twitter.com/skyewallace tiktok @skyewallacemusic // https://www.tiktok.com/@skyewallacemusic Subscribe to a...2022-03-3045 min
Social AnimalsKane WilkinsonThis week I am hanging out with Kane Wilkinson, the Ottawa born Toronto-based creator behind ‘Dusty Organ,’ a music blog that provides a critical artery for music lovers from all over North America and abroad to connect with new music. Kane is a music blogger, photographer, content creator, foodie and bar rail aficionado. We talk about wild car journey through Portugal, Acclimating to Toronto life mid-pandemic and being a Montreal Canadians fan (for some reason). You can follow Kane Wilkinson here: Blog: https://www.dustyorgan.com/ Merch: https://www.dustyorgan.bigcartel.com/ ...2022-03-2353 min
Social AnimalsGavin CrawfordThis week I am hanging out with Gavin Crawford Gavin is an award-winning Canadian comedian. He is a seasoned stand-up comic, he toured with the Second City, spent 8 years on This Hour has 22 Minutes and has been making people cry with laughter for decades. We talk about growing up Mormon, 9/11 and how to walk cats. You can follow Gavin Crawford here: Website: http://gavincrawford.com/ Podcast: https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-118-because-newsLink 03 Subscribe to automatically get Gavin Crawford’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. ...2022-03-1656 min
Social AnimalsEvan MackinnonThis week I am still hanging out with Evan Mackinnon This is part two. We are going to here about Evans adventures with Lars Fredrickson and Matt Freeman of Rancid. We talk about our mutual appreciation of wrestling, Indian food and the Gun Brothers. You can follow Evan Mackinnon here: IG: @evanmtattoos // https://www.instagram.com/evanmtattoos/?hl=en Website: https://www.telltalehearttattoo.com/ Subscribe to automatically get Evan Mackinnon’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Tell your friends, comment below and enjoy the stories!...2022-03-0939 min
Social AnimalsEvan MackinnonThis week I am hanging out with Evan Mackinnon Evan is a seasoned Tattooist, guitar player & vocalist for the punk band Skullians and is a recovering addict. Evan gave me my first tattoo and we grew up in the same part of town. This is a two-parter so get comfortable. You can follow Evan Mackinnon here: IG: @evanmtattoos // https://www.instagram.com/evanmtattoos/?hl=en Website: https://www.telltalehearttattoo.com/ Subscribe to automatically get Evan Mackinnon’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Tell your friends, com...2022-03-0235 min
Social AnimalsErin DavisThis week I am hanging out with Erin Davis Erin is an author, radio broadcaster and trailblazer. We talk about her book ‘Mourning Has Broken” about the sudden loss of her daughter Lauren, her career as a legendary Toronto Morning Show on CHFI and what moving across Canada is like. You can follow Erin Davis here: https://www.erindavis.com/category/erins-journals/ IG: @erindawndavis https://www.instagram.com/erindawndavis/?hl=en Drift (Podcast): https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/podcasts/drift-with-erin-davis/ Subscribe to automatically get Erin Davis’s episode and more e...2022-02-2350 min
Social AnimalsJoe McLeodThis week I am hanging out with Joe McLeod Joe is a Toronto based musician originally from Keswick, ON. His new album “Cloud Berries in Alaska” was released January 28th. Written between a fledging relationship and the passing of Joe’s father the album is truly an immersive emotional experience. We talk about driving too far in my dads a leased Toyota Corolla, Overcoming fears while jumping over waterfalls in BC and a full frontal truck stop experience in Florida. You can follow Joe McLeod here: IG: @joemcleodmusic Spotify: https...2022-02-1645 min
Social AnimalsTALLBOYZ: Guled Abdi & Franco NguyenThis week I am hanging out with Guled Abdi & Franco Nguyen Franco & Guled are the other half of the comedy troupe Tallboyz II Men and stars of the CBC sketch comedy show Tallboyz You can follow Guled Abdi & Franco Nguyen here: IG: @vancebanzo IG/Twitter: @tallboyzisashow IG/Twitter: @TallBoyzIIMen Web: https://www.cbc.ca/tallboyz/ Subscribe to automatically get Guled Abdi & Franco Nguyen’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Tell your friends, comment below and enjoy the stories! Thanks fo...2022-02-0944 min
Social AnimalsTALLBOYZ: Tim Blair & Vance BanzoThis week I am hanging out with Tim Blair and Vance Banzo Tim & Vance are one half of the comedy troupe Tallboyz II Men and stars of the CBC sketch comedy show Tallboyz We talk about imaginary friends that have a terrifying commonality, surviving on a strict diet of hot dogs and why you shouldn’t go away to camp if you love your pet. You can follow Tim Blair and Vance Banzo here: IG: @vancebanzo IG/Twitter: @tallboyzisashow IG/Twitter: @TallBoyzIIMen Web: https://www.cb...2022-02-0226 min
Social AnimalsRoss MillerThis week I am hanging out with Ross Miller Ross is a seasoned touring and session musician and has played for acts such as The Dirty Nil, Single Mothers, and Wanda Jackson among more. After hearing his handy work on The Dirty Nil album F*** Art I knew I had to chat with him. We talk about building a community, Oprah and Gayle and playing in the great white North. You can follow Ross Miller here: IG: @universalweepyeye IG: @gimmietelepathiclove Web: https://www.rosseamiller.com/Link 03 Photo...2022-01-2655 min
Social AnimalsMiranda HassellThis week I am hanging out with Miranda Hassell Miranda is the enigmatic host of a podcast called “The Big D” and yes, it is exactly what you think it’s about, divorce. Miranda is a communications professional by day and a thoughtful, charismatic and badass podcaster by night producing a unique show that offers a safe space for the recently divorced, broken up and uncoupled to laugh, cry and share their experiences in some life’s let-downs. IG: @bigdpod Anchor: https://anchor.fm/the-big-d Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1AD82ChSeA...2022-01-1954 min
Social AnimalsAce PivaThis week I am hanging out with Ace Piva Ace is an addictions and management counselor and the Executive Director of ‘Over the Bridge’ a non-profit organization that is changing how the music industry faces addiction and mental health. Ace is a self-professed professional short-term relationship person and talks about the duality of an exciting life on the road while trying to maintain connections at home. He talks about his partner and some recent accomplishments too. You can follow Ace Piva here: Web: https://overthebridge.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OTBn...2022-01-1259 min
Social AnimalsTanya CandlerThis week I am hanging out with Tanya Candler Tanya is a fellow BASSist and the OG bass player for the metal band Kittie! She shares stories about Disneyworld, Eating on the Danforth and the dark side of dentistry. You can follow Tanya Candler here: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TanyaCandlerchannel TikTok: @21stcenturyrockermom IG: @21stcenturyrockermom Twitter: @TanyaCandler Subscribe to automatically get Tanya Candler’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Tell your friends, comment below and enjoy the stories! Tha...2022-01-0556 min
Social AnimalsSean WardThis week I am hanging out with Sean Ward The Sean Ward Show is a sensational YouTube channel that hits all the right spots in Sean’s bespoke world of fanfiction, parody and original content. We talk about his lifelong animals friend Lemon the real life cartoon dog, a massive fallout in the midst of his daughters arrival and watching your friends succeed and how that breathes inspiration in ourselves. You can follow Sean Ward here: http://theseanwardshow.com http://youtube.com/TheSeanWardShow IG: @seanward Subscribe to au...2021-12-291h 00
Social AnimalsNicole HajjarThis week I am hanging out with Nicole Hajjar Nicole has crafted hot water bottle cozies to ice packs, to wallets and organizers to candles and keepsakes. She sews, mends and maintains all of our textiles. She is a self-taught and driven excel and web-building wizard and is currently working towards a bookkeeping certificate where she creates vast excel spreadsheets that have saved my ass in more ways than one. She has taught these skills to struggling youths as life skills. She is also my wife and best friend, travel buddy and people watching companion. O...2021-12-2451 min
Social AnimalsJames ClarkThis week I am hanging out with James Clark James is a singer/songwriter, cartoonist and power pop sensation that has graced the stages of the Toronto music scene for decades. We talk about growing up in Etobicoke, blowing your money on records and a car on fire. This was Social Animals first in-person interview at You can follow James Clark here: https://clarkinstitute.com/ https://www.facebook.com/thejci https://thejamesclarkinstitute.bandcamp.com/ IG: @jamesclarkinstitute & @clartunes Twitter: #thejci Subscribe to automatically get...2021-12-2248 min
Social AnimalsMorgan LeverThis week I am hanging out with Morgan Lever Morgan is an actor, musician, model and the creative mind behind ALMOST, a band, a show and an attitude. We talk about Italy, Arizona, NYC, a couple special kitties and punching nazis. You can follow Morgan Lever here: WEB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3885340/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 ALMOST: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6dCbwBga0Mzzc5Pl6tK0tP?si=k7LMz4_SRpSFZKtXGpeBLQ&nd=1 IG: @morganlever IG: @almost_the_band Subscribe to automatically get Morgan...2021-12-1558 min
Social AnimalsDawson GambleThis week I am hanging out with Dawson Gamble Dawson is a young, talented, and promising musician and singer/songwriter. Despite his young age he gives insightful responses to questions about the loss of friends, skateboarding and an 11-year old birthday party at a Reptile zoo. You can follow Dawson Gamble here: Website: https://www.dawsongamble.com/ IG: @dawson.gamble YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIJieDZsMA48NHgwRgal2Wg?view_as=subscriber Apple: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/dawson-gamble/1506536996 Subscribe to automatically get Dawson...2021-12-0851 min
Social AnimalsSameer CashThis week I am hanging out with Sameer Cash Sameer is a musician, sound man and storyteller. He’s entered the Social Animals den to talk about being born and bred in the Toronto music scene, a cat called Ti, Raccoons and what to do at the gas station. You can follow Sameer Cash here: Web: http://sameercash.com/ IG: @sameercash Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6nkcQo6oOUOUk9DtHUsDFj?si=mtCW5wV_Q0-7Ozgg5McAog&nd=1 Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sameer-cash/id1179503173...2021-12-0148 min
Social AnimalsMeredith GeddesThis week I am hanging out with Meredith Geddes from Edge 102’s Afternoon Show Meredith is one half of Edge 102’s afternoon team and talks to me about establishing friendships again and again and again, when friends come to the rescue and the downside of travelling with someone you haven’t known for that long. You can follow Meredith here: http://www.meredithgeddes.ca/ https://edge.ca/show/kolter-meredith/ IG: @meredithgeddes Twitter: @meredithgeddes Subscribe to automatically get Meredith’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals...2021-11-2448 min
Social AnimalsKIRTYThis week I am hanging out with KIRTY Kirty is a multi-instrumentalist, a soloist and 1/6th of the Canadian band Fast Romantics. She has generously spent some of her time to talk to me about growing up on a hobby farm in Orillia, ON, travelling the world with your friends and how to reach out to friends during a pandemic in a creative way. You can follow KIRTY here: Website: http://www.kirtymusic.com/ Twitter: @KirtyMusic Instagram: @kirtymusic Apple: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/kirty/1139441903 2021-11-1756 min
Social AnimalsKat WalshThis week I am hanging out with Kat Walsh Kat is the showrunner & host behind the psychedelic podcast ‘Trip on This.’ We talk about Friends who are gifts, Dogs called Chaz and Boomer and tripping BALLS in Las Vegas. You can follow Kat Walsh here: Kat’s Instagram http://www.instagram.com/lifewithkatwalsh Trip On This Instagram http://www.instagram.com/triponthis_pod Trip On This Twitter http://www.twitter.com/triponthis_pod Trip On This Facebook http://www.facebook.c...2021-11-1057 min
Social AnimalsCaroline ToppermanThis week I am speaking with Caroline Topperman Caroline is a writer, blogger, Pilates coach and world traveller hung out to talk to me about Ballet Dancing in Poland, Halloween in Vancouver and How to get a dog on a plane without paying for it. You can follow Caroline Topperman here: Blog: www.styleontheside.com Author: www.carolinetopperman.com IG: @styleontheside Twitter: @styleontheside Subscribe to automatically get Caroline’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Tell your friends, comment below and enjoy the s...2021-11-0354 min
Social AnimalsNelson SobralThis week I am hanging out with Nelson Sobral Nelson is a musician, martial arts instructor and Mayonnaise Connoisseur and has generously spent some of his time to talk to me about growing up on the mean streets of Parkdale, clashing cultures in Japan and becoming a new dad. You can follow Nelson here: www.nelsonsobralmusic.com https://instagram.com/NelsonSobralOfficial https://www.facebook.com/NelsonSobralMusic https://www.youtube.com/NelsonSobralMusic Apple Spotify Subscribe to automatically get Nelson’s episode and mor...2021-10-2753 min
Social AnimalsDarryl HursThis week I am hanging out with Darryl Hurs Darryl is the Director of Marketing Development for CDBaby and Owner/Founder and Head of International Development of Indie Week. Darryl has an incredibly busy schedule but he has generously spent some of his time talk to me about Secret Restaurants, Helping make connections and a new discovery about himself! You can follow Darryl here: www.indieweek.com www.indie101.com www.musicprosummit.com www.screenxscreen.com www.facebook.com/indieweek https://www.facebook...2021-10-2056 min
Social AnimalsClare SharpClare is an accomplished professional who leads large-scale municipal works contracts in the North of England. She’s one of the smallest people I have ever worked with and yet she has one of the biggest hearts and sharpest tongues. She commands respect but is also amazing to share a pint with. She has generously spent some of their time to talk to me about travel, KFC, and a pug called Phoebe You can follow Clare here: IG: claretinks93 Subscribe to automatically get Clare’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Tell yo...2021-10-1356 min
Social AnimalsSocial Animals - Trailer Season 2Alex introduces Season 2 by explaining what made Season 1 so great. A brief introduction to Season 2 with clips from recorded episodes and what to look forward to. More stories from the talented, compelling and entertaining guests that grace the Social Animals den coming your way. Follow Social Animals: Web: https://socialanimals.ca/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/socialanimalspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/_socialanimals_ 2021-10-0602 min
Social AnimalsMike SleathMike is a childhood friends of mine, he is an incredible percussionist providing the rhythm section for one of the largest Canadian acts in the world and he has generously spent some of his time to talk to me about a lovely red-maned mutual friend, maintaining friendships amidst a life of action and the loss of a friend and OG supporter. You can follow Mike here: http://www.mikesleathdrums.com/ @mikesleathdrums https://www.youtube.com/user/MIKESLEATH https://twitter.com/mikesleathdrums Subscribe to automatically get Mike’s ep...2021-09-0157 min
Social AnimalsMelissa DutchMelissa is a singer, a poet and a vocal coach and she has generously spent some of her time to talk to me about growing up in an Evangelical Church, taking joyful refuge in being together with girlfriends and she teaches me about Forest Bathing. You can follow Melissa here: Web: melissadutchmusic.com IG: melissa.dutch Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5bDScM4GIAu8diQ6OXFyQy Fb: https://www.facebook.com/melissadutchmusic/ Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/melissa-dutch/1526958195 Subscribe to automatically get Melissa’s...2021-08-2545 min
Social AnimalsKen Tizzard - Part 02This is Part 2 of my conversation with Ken Tizzard. Ken is a musician, folk artist and bass player for the alternative rock band The Watchmen, Ken has generously spent some of their time to talk to me about living on a boat on Toronto Island, growing up in Newfoundland and we bond over our own journey’s as care persons. You can follow Ken here: Kentizzard.com IG:@ktizzard Twitter: @ktizzard https://www.youtube.com/user/ktizzard Subscribe to automatically get Ken’s episode and more...2021-08-1846 min
Social AnimalsKen Tizzard - Part 01Ken is a musician, folk artist and bass player for the alternative rock band The Watchmen, Ken has generously spent some of his time to talk to me about living on a boat on Toronto Island, growing up in Newfoundland and we bond over our own journey’s as care persons. You can follow Ken here: Kentizzard.com IG:@ktizzard Twitter: @ktizzard https://www.youtube.com/user/ktizzard Subscribe to automatically get Ken’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Tell your frie...2021-08-1146 min
Social AnimalsTrent McClellanTrent is a comedian from Cornerbrook, NL and has generously spent some of his time to talk to me about the anxiety when combining groups of friends, growing in small town Canada and never realizing when doing something for the last time was actually the last time you were going to do that thing. You can follow Trent here: Web: https://trentscomedy.com/ @trent_mclellan @thegeneratorspodcast Subscribe to automatically get Trent’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Tell your friends, comment below and enjoy the st...2021-08-0454 min
Social AnimalsAlan CrossToday I’m hanging out with Alan Cross. Alan is a voice artist, music historian and all around legend. Alan Cross is the host of the Ongoing History of New Music. This was a radio show, now a podcast and was one of the foremost resources learning about music when I was growing up. Alan helped form my knowledge base, tastes and interest in broadening my musical horizons. You can follow Alan here: https://www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com/ IG: @alan_crossx Twitter: @alancross Subscribe to automatically get Alan’s ep...2021-07-2840 min
Social AnimalsLiam WrightToday I’m hanging out with Liam Wright. Liam was my first friend in England. We have spent a lot of time cavorting on the sides of English B roads while trying to prove who actually drives on the correct side of the road. We talk about giant children, Dennis the Menace, and meaningful interactions abroad. You can follow Liam and all his immense and impressive ideas here: https://www.crowdedsaas.com/Link 01 https://www.exodus-technologies.com/ IG: @mr_liam_wright2021-07-2152 min
Social AnimalsJafar SandoukI am speaking with Jafar Sandouk of the band Howlin’ Circus about 9/11, Cooking and life-long friendship. You can follow Howlin’ Circus here: www.howlincircus.com IG: @howlincircus Twitter: @howlincircus Subscribe to automatically get Jafar’s episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Tell your friends, comment below and enjoy the stories! Thanks for listening!2021-07-1458 min
Social AnimalsRocky PowellThis week I am hanging out with Rocky Powell from ‘Wild Nights with Rocky,’ a podcast about that one night you can’t help but look back on with fond memories and shame. Rocky is a comedian, actor and improv player and has generously shared some of her time to talk to me about being outgoing, we discuss the validity of open-heart surgery on goldfish and a rock. You can follow Rocky here: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/wildnightswithrockypowell IG: @wildnightswithrocky Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5pSHqu3mtgrk8UZ7TyMbiC...2021-07-0757 min
Social AnimalsAlex NursallAlex is a casting director, photographer and writer. She is one of the stars and producers of ‘Parkdale Haunt,’ a horror-fiction podcast with terrifying themes such as the paranormal and the Toronto Housing market. She has generously spent some of their time to talk to me about friendship. You can follow Alex Nursall and Parkdale Haunt here: Insta: @saltandketchup (personal) / @parkdalehaunt Twitter: @saltandketchup (personal) / @parkdalehaunt alexnursall.com2021-06-3045 min
Social AnimalsEnrico CristanteThis week I am hanging out with Enrico Cristante Ph.D. He is a scientist with a doctoral degree in neuroscience and have generously dedicated some of their time to talk to me about why he became a scientist, sourdough breadmaking and growing up in rural Italy. @panito_sourdough https://www.panitosourdough.com/2021-06-2357 min
Social AnimalsDoug GrundmanThis week I am hanging out with Doug Grundman B.Ed,M.Ed,OCT [LINK IN BIO] Doug is the Co-Executive Director of the Toronto Writers Collective. A Toronto-based community orientated writing workshop. We talk about Biking through Europe, the loss of students and resilience of spirit & how the TWC is establishing itself as a supportive network for writers at any level. Recently Doug has been able to pursue his interest in community Theatre. As Director of The Toronto Writers Collective Theatre Division, Doug has begun to bring voice to those unheard, unseen and often fo...2021-06-1655 min
Social AnimalsLaura HubertLaura is a Canadian vocalist who was the front woman of the Juno award winning band The Leslie Spit Treeo. The band toured Canada, released 4 albums and was managed by a dog called ‘Tag.’ Laura is now a fixture on the Toronto Jazz scene and has released 3 of her own albums. She’s enjoyed residency at Grossman’s Tavern, The Cameron House and The Rex Hotel. We talk about the genuine closeness of meeting new friends, a disaster with some fireworks and the teacher who inspired her to sing.2021-06-0955 min
Social AnimalsThomas R. BrooksThomas Brooks holds a Masters of Science in psychology, he is a doctoral candidate at Texas A&M University Commerce and will begin a professorship at New Mexico Highlands University in Fall 2021. Thomas specializes in relationships. He has authored 8 publications and was kind enough to share his personal experiences with friendship and help describe some of the method behind the madness. You can follow Thomas here: sexography.org https://anchor.fm/psychosocialdistancing @PsychSocDistPod @TBrooks_SexPsy2021-06-0259 min
Social AnimalsCarlo CruzBeatmaker, producer, songwriter, guitarist, dj, videographer and film enthusiast. Carlo makes blissful pizzas and sourdough loaves in his spare time. He is an aspiring model; aiming to use it as a financial platform for charitable causes , fighting food insecurity, and would love to donate resources with musical software packages to allow kids to build on their dreams from an early age.2021-05-2641 min
Social AnimalsJason CipparroneJason is a Toronto-based photographer and director who has spent the last decade developing his approach of emotionally exposing portraits with strong contrast and a cinematic approach. Jason also directs and produces documentary films and has taken a keen interest in many social issues that effect the most vulnerable peoples.2021-05-1951 min
Social AnimalsDavid Di GiovanniDavid is is the artistic director at Shakespeare in Action. He is a playwright, theatre director and co-founder of Madonnanera. David and I reminisce about his time in Montreal, driving across the province to find a cat and the wrong way to water a lilac bush.2021-05-1250 min
Social AnimalsKadeemaTal Vaisman and Jimmy Chauveau of the band Kadeema are a rock duo who write chunky, dance-y and clever songs that juxtapose the day to day malaise with the satirical. They’re genuinely decent lads with good hearts and big sounds. We talk about the end of long tour at Massey Hall, getting bad news on the battlefield, Jim’s cat banana and Tal’s rescue Chihuaua Priscilla the killah.2021-05-0550 min
Social AnimalsMattie LeonMattie Leon is a Canadian singer/songwriter. He has a bright voice and clever lyrics. Skilled on guitar and piano he has just released a brand-new album “In Natural Light.” We talk about playing golf at Penn State, friends who take you in on the road and doing what you love to do.2021-04-2848 min
Social AnimalsAlexander PulecAlexander Pulec is a multimedia artist and performer who has composed music for film, tv and the stage. He is the lead vocalist/guitarist for alternative rock band The Nursery and we discuss the foundations of our conscious, Joseph the Technicolor Dreamcoat and his familiar, Icharus. 2021-04-2139 min
Social AnimalsArdra ShephardArdra Shephard is the influential Canadian writer, speaker, and advocate behind the award-winning blog Tripping On Air, about her life with MS. We talk about Europe and singing in cathedrals, she told me a time when her friends planned a party without her and how stairs are in fact, over-rated. 2021-04-1448 min
Social AnimalsSilver VariantSilver is a new friend. He tells me about the time his friend conquered their fear of flying, careening down a city street on a child’s toy and giving a human organ to a stranger. 2021-04-0736 min
Social AnimalsBrendan HalamaBrendan has a masters degree in child and youth care. He is also a vivacious drag performer known as Igby Lizzard. We talk about his hometown of Edmonton, murder in Hawaii and ICQ (for those that remember what that is). Brendan is the life of every party and his infectious laugh is why I think you will enjoy spending time him. 2021-03-3144 min
Social AnimalsAngelo PraturlonAngelo and I met through my wife. We have grown as friends finding common interests and pushing each other to reach our own intellectual ambitions. We both love computers, building them and hoping they boot up. We are two old Italian men working on a Mustang GT, except our Mustang GT has a Ryzen 9 3900, Rog Strix Motherboard, NVIDEA 3090 and all the sweet RGB lights you can stuff under the hood.2021-03-2446 min
Social AnimalsSally ShaarSally Shaar is the lead singer of the Canadian band Monowhales. Sally talks about her brother, we bond over our Middle Eastern heritage and she tells me how the band makes inclusivity and compassion a focal point of their song writing. 2021-03-1746 min
Social AnimalsSoren D'alimonteSoren is an old friend and my first friend who identified as transgendered. We talk about superheroes, his out and proud cat Majors and those sweet 90's playthings that no one knew what to do with, Devil Sticks. 2021-03-1041 min
Social AnimalsKristian Noel PedersenKristian is Christmas music writing machine, writing and producing 15 albums in as many years. He also likes hoarding childhood memorabilia, making power point presentation about wrestling and being a genuinely good soul.2021-03-0348 min
Social AnimalsRobin LeclercRobin is an incredible artist, she is a painter who has been commissioned for works that are appreciated across Canada and the US. She is a mom to rad little dude and soon to be dudette.2021-02-2452 min
Social AnimalsAngelo BufardeciAngelo and I talk about the places we used to find to smoke weed in, how video games have allowed people to find new connections and find an answer to the question “Can you have more than one best friend?”2021-02-1943 min
Social AnimalsMichael McDonnellWe talk about Mike's first friend. A Teddy bear named 'Pete' and the loss of a dear friend. 2021-02-1349 min
Social AnimalsSocial Animals - TrailerAn introduction to the show!2021-02-0702 min