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Peak PursuitsEpisode 56: Fraser Darcy on Back-to-Back MarathonsThis week on Peak Pursuits, we’re joined by guest host Fraser Darcy, who’s fresh off a massive fortnight, backing up a huge PB and 2nd place at Ballarat Marathon with a win at Adelaide Marathon just seven days later.Alongside regular hosts Jess Jason and Brodie Nankervis, we dive into how Fraser pulled it off, his training philosophy, and how road racing can translate to trail success. From high volume weeks to trail specific sessions Fraser walks us through what’s been working and what he’s learned along the way.We also check in...2025-05-071h 21
The Viking Chats: navigating the choppy waters of property, technology and businessBehind the Curtain of Compliance, Complaints & Change in the PRS with Tim Frome of Hamilton FraserIn this powerhouse episode of Viking Chat, industry trailblazer Kristjan Byfield sits down with Tim Frome, legal and compliance heavyweight from Hamilton Fraser, for a deep dive into the ever-evolving landscape of the private rented sector (PRS). Buckle up for a fast-paced, insight-rich ride through the trends, tensions, and tectonic shifts affecting agents, landlords, and tenants alike.Tim unpacks Hamilton Fraser’s 2024 annual report—a digital-first, data-driven, interactive document that’s setting new standards for how compliance can be communicated. From the increasing importance of alternative deposits to the dramatic rise in complaints (up 20% year-on-year and 44% over two ye...2025-04-231h 11
The Couch Next DoorTrauma & Communities of Color (Shayla Wilson, LCSW-S) Shayla Wilson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Supervisor and owner of Liberate Counseling. With a focus on communities of color, Shayla specializes in culturally sensitive and comprehensive mental health services for individuals, children and families. In this episode, Shayla shares what it means to be culturally cross-trained in the trauma focused therapy modality, EMDR, which has equipped her to navigate the complexities of healing and growth through a social justice lens. We just scratched the surface. This is one you’ll want to listen to and share!Shayla’s Resources: What Happened to You?: Con...2024-10-031h 24
Healing Together with Lesley FraserThe Joy of actually giving a F**k with Dr David Hamilton PhDI can’t quite convey how excited I am to bring this particular
episode to you with my friend Dr David Hamilton PhD. David is a writer, columnist, speaker and kindness scientist who has just published his 12th book entitled “The Joy of actually giving a F**k. All about kindness and why we SHOULD care about one another.
In this beautiful conversation we discuss David’s journey as
an author covering subject such as destiny Vs free will, the kindness conundrum, why it takes courage to be kind and how we, as adults need to learn the ski...2024-07-1258 min
Beyond Four Walls - With Jodie FraserEmily Gray | A Passion for Property ManagementIn this episode, Emily talks about her passion for property management, and why people should join the industry despite the challenges. Emily Gray, the Operations Director for Burns Hamilton, a leading property management firm based in Dorset, serving clients in Dorset, Hampshire, and Wiltshire. With over 17 years of experience in property management, Emily has established herself as a dedicated professional, committed to delivering exceptional standards of service to customers and fostering the wellbeing of her team.Not only is Emily a respected figure in the field, but she is also actively involved in industry organisations. A...2024-06-1729 min
Hamilton Today with Scott ThompsonIs Hamilton at risk of a situation like what happened in Baltimore?The Hamilton Today Podcast with Scott Thompson:A large encampment at Hamilton city hall has lost its primary organizer. Former President Donald Trump is urging his supporters to buy a "God Bless the USA" Bible for $59.99 as he faces mounting legal bills amid his third presidential run. Hamilton mayor Andrea Horwath has used her strong mayor powers to veto a decision to reject the construction of 67 affordable housing units on top of a parking area in downtown Stoney Creek that residents and businesses argue is critical for the local economy. Indwell, a 50-year old, Hamilton-based charity and...2024-03-291h 10
Good Morning Hamilton with Rick ZamperinHamilton councillor comes up with an amended motion to the parking lot situation in Stoney Creek!.The Good Morning Hamilton Podcast w/ Scott Radley:A Hamilton city councillor has come up with an amended motion in regards to the parking lot situation in Stoney Creek. GUEST: Craig Cassar, City Councillor, City of Hamilton-It’s Budget Day in Ontario. What does the Ontario chamber of Commerce expect to see? GUEST: Simanzeet Singh Vig, Senior Policy Analyst Ontario Chamber of commerce.-It’s Budget Day. What does the Green party hope comes out of this budget? GUEST: Mike Schrein...2024-03-2647 min
Kick Offs and Kick OnsBig Jim Hamilton and Fraser McReight talk Six Nations and Super Rugby on The KOKO ShowThis week on KOKO the boys go a little loco because Taylor Swift is in town. We straighten our ties and dust off the shoulders as we put this cruel summer behind us and pen Australian Rugby a little love song. On the show we are joined by the incumbent Wallaby and Queensland Reds number seven Fraser McReight as we break down their big win over the terrible 'Tahs, as well as all of the week one action from the Super Rugby Pacific. The fellas also take a little deep dive into Fraser’s life with a...2024-02-271h 23Hamilton Today with Scott ThompsonCanada's largest sugar refinery to set up shop in HamiltonThe Hamilton Today Podcast with Scott Thompson:We recap the innovations and eye-catchers on display at the Las Vegas Electronics Show. Hamilton is set to become home to Canada's largest sugar refinery! Alberta’s power issues: are they a sign of what is to come? Former President Donald Trump won the Iowa caucuses Monday night, capturing the first state in the 2024 Republican presidential nominating process as he seeks to quickly dispatch his rivals and consolidate his control over the party. A Brock University researcher studying the effects of kindness on mental health and well-being is encouraging people to...2024-01-171h 07
Ruling Sports57. Fraser McConnell - How To Use Visualization To Achieve ResultsFraser McConnell is a professional race car driver who competes in Nitrocross and in 2023 competed in Extreme E for Lewis Hamilton's X44 team. He is the most competitively successful Jamaican driver in the history of international rallycross racing and has attained notable wins early in his career.
In this episode, Fraser discusses:
How a stubborn mindset has allowed him to achieve seemingly unthinkable wins;
How he breaks big tasks—like winning a race—into actionable pieces to accomplish a goal;
Where he sources his confidence, along with steps for how you can employ the method in your...2024-01-0434 min
Strong SongsBelle & Sebastian's Very Good Chord ProgressionKirk takes a tour through the cycling, modulating chord sequence in Belle & Sebastian's buoyant 2017 song "The Girl Doesn't Get It."Variation 1: | C | Dm7 | Bb | Gm FVariation 2: | C | D | Bm | Esus EVariation 3: | A | Bm | A/C# | Esus EFEATURED/DISCUSSED:"The Girl Doesn't Get It" by Belle & Sebastian from How To Solve Our Human Problems, Vol. 1, 2017"I Will Always Love You" by Dolly Parton performed by Whitney Houston on The Bodyguard soundtrack, 1992----LINKS-----💰 SUPPORT STRONG SONGS! Patreon | Paypal 🏠 HOMEPAGEstrongsongspodcast.com 👚...2023-10-2021 minGood Morning Hamilton with Rick ZamperinHamilton school bus routes staffed for SeptemberThe Good Morning Hamilton Podcast w/ Scott Radley:With the school year fast approaching, it’s been announced that all bus routes have been staffed. Guest: Dawn Danko, Chair, Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board-Supercrawl is facing a funding crunch for it’s summer event. GUEST: Tim Potocic, Co-owner, Sonic Unyon Records, Supercrawl Productions, Because Beer Festival, Mills Hardware, Bridgeworks-A new study from the Fraser Institute tracks the total tax bill of the average Canadian and comparies it with other expenses like housing and fo...2023-08-2245 minStrong SongsAn Operatic Odyssey, with Luigi BocciaSpecial guest Luigi Boccia takes Kirk on a magical journey through the world of the opera tenor, from Caruso and Lauri Volpi to Di Stefano and Pavarotti.Featuring performances by Luciano Pavarotti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Enrico Caruso, Franco Corelli, Giacomo Lauri Volpi, Jussi Björling, Sergei Lemeshev, and Jon Vickers.Find a Spotify playlist of Luigi's many Tenor examples here.----LINKS-----💰 SUPPORT STRONG SONGS! Patreon | Paypal 🏠 HOMEPAGEstrongsongspodcast.com 👚 MERCHstrongsongspodcast.com/store 📬 KIRK'S NEWSLETTERnewsletter.kirkhamilton.com📷 SOCIAL MEDIA Instagra...2023-07-143h 38
Travels Through Time[Live] Flora Fraser: Pretty Young Rebel (1746)In this special live episode, recorded at the Buckingham Literary Festival last weekend, the award-winning writer Flora Fraser takes us to one of the most remote places in the British Isles to witness the dramatic story of how her namesake Flora Macdonald helped Bonnie Prince Charlie escape after his failed attempt to take the throne from George II.
Their adventure is one of the most romantic and romanticised episodes in our history, sighed over and depicted by succeeding generations seduced by Flora’s bravery and charm.
Flora Fraser is the author of several acclaimed works of...2023-06-2036 min
A Thousand FacetsFraser HamiltonA thousand facets sits with Fraser Hamilton and talk about his upbringing in Scotland, his passion for movies, basketball and being a maker. What being in the bench means to him and the wonderful symbolisms his jewelry carries. About Fraser:Born in the Highlands of Scotland, Fraser Hamilton studied silversmithing and jewellery at The Glasgow School of Art, Hiko Mizuno College of Jewelry, Tokyo and finally the RCA in London. Casting elements of the human form in precious metal, he uses the body as landscape, playing with our cognitive understanding of scale to create monolithic sculptures...2023-04-2752 min
Dentist Profit Playbook - Dr Harry SinghInsuranceEddie Hooker is Managing Director and Founder of Hamilton Fraser, the UK’s leading cosmetic insurance partner since 1996. Hamilton Fraser was the first ever commercial insurance provider to offer medical malpractice insurance specific to the cosmetic sector. Eddie’s vision for the company has always centred on improving working standards within the cosmetic sector by providing relevant and innovative solutions to the management of risk, claims and complaint management. Regularly providing education, support and advice at various trade events throughout the UK and sitting on several industry specific forums and bodies, Eddie continues to raise professionalism and standards for the...2023-03-2043 min
3, 2, 1, Play!Ep. 20: Oscars 23, Baby!Shelby and Hamilton run down their favorites from this year's list of Oscar nominees, mourn the absence of horror (again), and get into the fine details of some really great films that are getting some much-deserved recognition.
This year's nominees
Austin Butler, Colin Farrell, Brendan Fraser, Jeremy Pope, Ke Huy Quan, and Adam Sandler in an Actor's Roundtable2023-03-101h 10