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CFO Access PodcastEp 14: The Endurance Mindset Every CFO Needs to Lead: Mackenzie Burgoyne with Host Jeff RobsonWhat can a CFO learn from an endurance athlete who ran the entire Bibbulmun Track in under nine days? Quite a lot, it turns out. In this episode of the CFO Access Podcast, Jeff Robson speaks with Mackenzie Burgoyne, founder of Dubbel, coach, entrepreneur and extreme endurance athlete, about resilience, self-doubt, stretch goals, consistency and why most leaders may be playing it too safe. From giving teams permission to fail, to building communities that lift performance, to the uncomfortable truth that easy goals rarely create meaningful growth, this conversation is packed with practical insight...
2026-06-1744 min
CFO Access PodcastEp 13: Is Your Business Protected? What CFOs Get Wrong About Insurance - Melissa Jolly with Host Jeff RobsonMelissa Jolly is the founder and managing director of Pinnacle Insurance Brokers, a Perth-based firm specialising in bespoke insurance solutions and risk advisory for Australian SMEs. After starting her career in domestic insurance, Melissa spent several years working at Lloyd’s of London before returning to Western Australia to launch Pinnacle, a business built on a hybrid of London broking rigour and Australian client-first service.In this episode of the CFO Access Podcast, host Jeff Robson sits down with Melissa to unpack what smart risk management really looks like for Australian SMEs. Melissa shares wh...
2026-06-0448 min
CFO Access PodcastEp 12. M&A Secrets Every CFO Should Know: Insights from Mark Leaker with Host Jeff RobsonIn this episode of the CFO Access Podcast, host Jeff Robson sits down with Mark Leaker, founder of Leaker Partners, to explore the realities of mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and deal-making. Mark shares lessons from over two decades advising boards, CFOs, and business owners on complex transactions. They discuss common mistakes in M&A, how CFOs can work effectively with advisors, and what truly drives successful deals—from strategy to execution. Whether you're involved in transactions or simply want to think more strategically, this episode offers practical insights into navigating high-stakes business decisions.Ch...
2026-05-1953 minCFO Access PodcastEp 11. AI & Professional Confidence: Leading Through Change with Julissa Shrewsbury and Host Jeff RobsonIn this episode of the CFO Access Podcast, host Jeff Robson speaks with Julissa Shrewsbury, founder of New Work Consulting, about how AI is reshaping professional confidence, leadership, and trust.They discuss insights from Julissa’s study of senior leaders across Australia, including how organisations are approaching AI, the risks of over-reliance, and what it means for CFOs and trusted advisors. The conversation also explores how leaders can build confidence, adapt culture, and stay relevant in a rapidly changing environment.Chapters:(0:00) Welcome & AI’s Impact on Professional Confidence(3:30) The Study: How...
2026-05-0546 min
CFO Access PodcastEp 10. Building Cross-Functional Relationships with Emma Burdett and Host Jeff RobsonIn this episode of the CFO Access Podcast, host Jeff is joined by Emma Burdett, a multi-talented entrepreneur, marketing strategist, and founder of Huddle Up Creative. Emma, who is also the co-founder of Future Female Leaders, shares insights into her unique career journey from finance to marketing. The discussion covers how CFOs can foster stronger relationships with marketing teams, the importance of storytelling in financial communication, leadership development in finance, and how data can drive marketing effectiveness. Emma also highlights key successes and challenges in her career, the power of community and peer learning, and the benefits of seeing...
2025-12-1539 min
CFO Access PodcastEp 9. Shaping the Future & Empowering the Next Generation… with Greg Wheeler and Jeff RobsonJoin Jeff Robson, Managing Director of Access Analytic and founder of CFO Access Networking Groups, as he interviews Greg Wheeler, a progressive thinker and former boss, on the CFO Access Podcast. Greg shares fascinating insights from his diverse career, highlighting pivotal decisions, leadership strategies, and the importance of embracing technology and lifelong learning. Discover how Greg's entrepreneurial mindset and emphasis on empowering teams have shaped his success in various high-profile roles in the finance and corporate world. Greg Wheeler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregory-wheeler-97bb5a11/ Follow us: Fa...
2025-12-0850 minCFO Access PodcastEp 8. The Art of Strategy: A Conversation with Mark Narustrang and Host Jeff RobsonIn this episode of the CFO Access Podcast, hosted by Jeff Robson from Access Analytic, we dive deep into strategic thinking and problem-solving with Mark Narustrang, a CPA and principal consultant at Pivotal Point. Explore Mark's journey from accounting to strategy, the importance of defining root causes, and the role of measurement in finance. Learn about the application of the Six Sigma method, the relevance of the Five Whys, and how CFOs can balance operational and strategic roles. Discover Mark's unique experiences in agribusiness, and gain insights into the impact of AI and data in strategic planning. We also...
2025-12-0145 min
Huddle In Level Up PodcastEp 3: Jeff Robson - Insights from 25 Years in Business25 Years in Business is No Small Feet! In this episode, Emma sits down with Jeff Robson, Founding Director of Access Analytic, to unpack 25 years of building a powerhouse consulting business. [This episode was recorded in September 2025] Want to dive deeper? Meet the humans behind this episode ↓Jeff Robson:👉🏽 Connect with Jeff on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrobson/ 👉🏽 Find out more about Access Analytic: https://accessanalytic.com.au/ Emma Burdett: 👉🏽 Connect with Emma on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmajburdett/ 👉🏽 Follow Huddle Up Cr...
2025-11-2728 min
CFO Access PodcastEp 7. Creating the Future: Insights from CFO and Entrepreneur Rupen Kotecha with Host Jeff RobsonIn this episode of the CFO Access Podcast, host Jeff Robson sits down with Rupen Kotecha, a seasoned CFO and entrepreneur. They discuss Rupen's early entrepreneurial endeavours, his experiences transitioning from corporate roles to founding WA Leaders and the CFO Centre, and his approach to business networking and succession planning. Gain invaluable insights into the evolving role of CFOs, the importance of laser focus, and how personality profiling can guide career alignment. Whether you're a finance professional or a budding entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with wisdom and practical advice for shaping the future. Rupen Ko...
2025-11-2442 min
CFO Access PodcastEp 6. Jeff Robson Talks about Exploring AI and Technology in Finance: Insights from the CFO Access SurveyJoin Jeff Robson from Access Analytic and Zanele Netshapapame, Senior Business Analyst, as they dive into the results of the CFO Access AI and Technology Survey. They discuss how finance leaders are utilizing AI and technology, uncover surprising insights, and explore challenges such as data integration and the future of ESG reporting. This episode offers valuable takeaways for CFOs on starting their AI journey and enhancing productivity. Don't miss this engaging conversation on shaping the future of finance! Zanele Netshapapame: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zanele-netshapapame-1aba58a5/ Follow us: Facebook...
2025-11-1743 min
CFO Access PodcastEp 5. The Modern CFO: Jeff Robson Discusses Navigating Innovation and Financial Strategy with Neil BrodieJoin Jeff Robson from Access Analytic on the CFO Access Podcast as he sits down with Neil Brodie, the CFO of Hazer Group, a company revolutionising the clean energy sector by producing clean hydrogen and graphite. In this episode, Neil discusses his transition from working at a large corporation like Chevron to a tech startup, the challenges and opportunities in the clean energy sector, and the evolving role of the CFO. Neil shares insights into strategic planning, financial prudence, and the impact of innovative technologies like AI on finance functions. Don't miss this deep dive into the future of fi...
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CFO Access PodcastEp 4. Strategic Business Transformations & Adventures with Andrew Birch with Host Jeff RobsonWelcome to the CFO AC Access Podcast, hosted by Jeff Robson, Managing Director of Access Analytic and founder of the CFO Access Networking Groups. In this episode, Jeff is joined by Andrew Birch, founder of Vantage Performance and Birch Advisory. Andy brings his wealth of knowledge on business transformations, turnarounds, and creatively solving complex business problems. Dive into their insightful conversation covering Andy's career highlights, strategic turnarounds, and the evolving role of CFOs in the age of AI. Plus, hear about Andy’s personal adventure of moving to the country and how it impacted his professional and personal life. Don't...
2025-11-0340 min
CFO Access PodcastEp 3. Why CFOs need Fun, Play and Critical Thinking: Jeff Robson with Bethan WinnWelcome to the CFO Access Podcast! In this episode, Jeff Robson, Managing Director of Access Analytic is joined by Bethan Winn, a critical thinking specialist, facilitator, keynote speaker, and author of the new book 'The Human Edge'. They discuss the importance of critical thinking in the age of AI, how it applies in the finance sector, and techniques for improving decision making and reducing bias. Bethan shares her unique approach to making critical thinking accessible and engaging through practical tools and playful delivery. Don't miss this insightful conversation that promises to bring clarity to complex challenges in our fast-moving wo...
2025-10-2754 min
CFO Access PodcastEp 2. A Chat About Evolving Roles of CFOs & Auditors with Jeff Robson: Insights from Sean McGurk & Cyrus PatellJoin Jeff Robson, managing director of Access Analytic and founder of the CFO Access Networking Groups, as he sits down with Sean McGurk and Cyrus Patell, former audit division leaders at Grant Thornton. They discuss their transitions from audit to leadership roles, their extensive experience in assurance and governance, and the qualities that define successful CFOs. This episode delves into the evolving expectations of CFOs, the importance of strategic risk management, and the critical role of trust and resilience in their careers. Filled with practical insights, reflections, and a few laughs, this podcast is a must listen for anyone...
2025-10-2156 min
Tell the Band to Go HomeOct. 12, 2025 pt. 3: tribute to John Prenticeplaylist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-hlH
2025-10-1356 minTell the Band to Go HomeOct. 12, 2025 pt. 2: tribute to John Prenticeplaylist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-hlH
2025-10-1359 minTell the Band to Go HomeOct. 12, 2025 pt. 1: tribute to John PrenticeDisclaimer: This show isn't for everyone. It's a raw and emotional reaction to finding out that a dear friend is no longer with us. It's unlike any episode I would generally put out, but important enough to be honest and real about. Listener discretion is advised.
John Prentice was a longtime volunteer at UMFM, hosting Planet Mainstage for many years, and Folkus and The World Beat Show prior to that. He's been active in the film and television industries and has lent his passion and support to just about every arts and culture endeavour in town. He w...
2025-10-1359 min
CFO Access PodcastEp 1. CFO to CEO and Back Again: Insights from Industry Leader Matthew Allen with host Jeff RobsonIn this episode, Jeff Robson interviews long time friend and industry peer Matthew Allen, CFO of Andean Silver. The discussion traces Matt's impressive 30 year career journey from junior accounting roles to CFO and CEO positions in major resource companies across continents. Together, they explore how and why Matt has been so successful in such diverse roles. They also discuss the evolving role of the CFO, strategies for success, the importance of data and scenario modelling, and the impact of AI on finance. Tune in for insights, laughter, and even a few dad jokes. Matthew Allen: https...
2025-10-0951 minTell the Band to Go HomeOctober 5, 2025 pt. 3 feat. Scott Franchukplaylist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-hfy
2025-10-0656 min2025-10-0656 minTell the Band to Go HomeOctober 5, 2025 pt. 1Episode #1106
Soul-soothing faves and memories, new music, exciting upcoming shows, and an hour of music aided by the keen ears and nimble fingers of Scott "Frannie" Franchuk!
playlist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-hfy
2025-10-061h 01Tell the Band to Go HomeSeptember 28, 2025 pt. 3: Meet Miss Carolyn Markplaylist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-hdw
2025-09-2957 min2025-09-2957 minTell the Band to Go HomeSeptember 28, 2025 pt. 1Episode #1105
Highlights from the past week, notable upcoming events, new music, and a profile of Carolyn Mark, who returns to town this week.
playlist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-hdw
2025-09-291h 012025-09-2157 min2025-09-2159 minTell the Band to Go HomeSeptember 21, 2025 pt. 1Episode #1104
New music, Dagwood scraps, live shows past & future, and a chat with our old pal Joe Nolan about his great new album Luv in the New World and his upcoming appearance in town as part of Leonard Cohen & Joni Mitchell: The Untold Love Story.
playlist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-ha6
2025-09-2157 min2025-09-1559 min2025-09-1555 minTell the Band to Go HomeSeptember 14, 2025 pt. 1Episode #1103
I've been spending some time visiting the hospital this week, so we've got some extra appreciation for excellent nurses, paramedics, and doctors, and we heard some songs in honour of them and the people they help, including some folks who are mighty important around here. We also looked forward to the 20th anniversary of a venue that's mighty important around here and one of our oldest musical friends, and talked about yet another important friend and colleague who's gearing up to make an eagerly awaited new record. We slipped in some new music and some old...
2025-09-151h 012025-09-0859 min2025-09-0858 minTell the Band to Go HomeSeptember 7, 2025 pt. 1Episode #1102
Songs from the lounge, new music aplenty, and we head back to 1995 for more great songs that didn't fit into last week's 30th anniversary spectacular.
playlist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-h5d
2025-09-0858 minCFO Access PodcastCFO Access Podcast TrailerBringing you insightful conversations from CFO's and finance executives on interesting, relevant topics that are shaping the future of business.Follow Access Analytic Website - https://accessanalytic.com.au/LinkedIn - Facebook: Instagram: TikTok:
2025-09-0200 min
Shore PerspectivesShore Perspectives 8-31-25 - Nancy Taylor RobsonThis week on Shore Perspectives, /jeff's guest is author Nancy Taylor Robson. Nancy is also one of the first women to be Coast Guard certified as a tug boat captain, owner of a publishing company, and a master gardener. Nancy discusses how the paths of her life have led to all these experiences.
2025-09-0156 minTell the Band to Go HomeAugust 31, 2025 pt. 3: 30 years of music from 1995!playlist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-h21
2025-09-0157 minTell the Band to Go HomeAugust 31, 2025 pt. 2: 30 years of music from 1995!playlist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-h21
2025-09-0159 minTell the Band to Go HomeAugust 31, 2025 pt. 1: 30 years of music from 1995!Episode #1101
Skydiggers have been celebrating the 30th anniversary of their landmark album Road Radio, which is an all-time favourite for me. They compiled a playlist of some other great releases from 1995, but I quickly realized that a bunch of my favourites were missing from their list so I started making my own. I had no idea how many albums that I adore today came out 30 years ago. I came up with so many possible inclusions that I couldn't possibly fit them into my 3 hour show, but I did my best and put together a pretty fun trip...
2025-09-0159 minTell the Band to Go HomeAugust 24, 2025 pt. 3 (John Ellis highlights)playlist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-gWV
2025-08-2557 minTell the Band to Go HomeAugust 24, 2025 pt. 2 (John Ellis highlights)playlist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-gWV
2025-08-2557 minTell the Band to Go HomeAugust 24, 2025 pt. 1Episode #1100
1100 episodes and still going strong, still playing great music that is underappreciated and underrepresented elsewhere. Sharing this great music never gets old, and it's a blessing to still be doing it.
Today, some timely Toronto tunes, a bunch of beautiful new music, and we send some love and healing vibes to a true unsung hero of Canadian music, a real musicians' musician, John MacArthur Ellis (https://macparkpro.com/). We heard two hours of great music that Johnny has either written, produced, and/or played on, and there was still a whole pile that didn't...
2025-08-251h 012025-08-1859 min2025-08-1855 minTell the Band to Go HomeAugust 17, 2025 pt. 1Episode #1099
Back in the studio after the amazing Trout Forest Music Festival, and although it's feeling a little dreary and like summer fun is winding down, we've got stories to tell, new music aplenty, memories of a sadly departed unsung hero, and much more!
All this month, I’m participating in the Great Cycle Challenge!: https://greatcyclechallenge.ca/Riders/JeffRobson
playlist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-gUF
2025-08-181h 012025-08-0458 min2025-08-0457 minTell the Band to Go HomeAugust 3, 2025 pt. 1Episode #1098
New music, upcoming shows aplenty, and a special primer for our upcoming house concert with Jadea Kelly! Not only has Jadea made some great albums of her own, she's recorded a bunch of covers and appeared on albums and recordings alongside a wide variety of artists. We heard a whole bunch of Jadea's contributions.
Jadea Kelly at Second Chance Saloon: https://tellthebandtogohome.com/2025/06/30/jadea-kelly-the-second-chance-saloon-aug-7-2025/
Trout Forest Music Festival: https://www.troutfest.com/
All this month, I'm participating in the Great Cycle Challenge!: https://greatcyclechallenge.ca/Riders/JeffRobson
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2025-08-0458 minTell the Band to Go HomeJuly 27, 2025 part 3playlist: https://tellthebandtogohome.com/2025/07/27/playlist-episode-1097-july-27-2025/
2025-07-2859 minTell the Band to Go HomeJuly 27, 2025 part 2playlist: https://tellthebandtogohome.com/2025/07/27/playlist-episode-1097-july-27-2025/
2025-07-2856 minTell the Band to Go HomeJuly 27, 2025 part 1Episode #1097
New music, upcoming shows & festivals, songs with similarities, and we celebrate 25 years of some truly monumental Manitoba music!
Weakerthans merch: https://cutloosemerch.ca/collections/the-weakerthans
Jadea Kelly at Second Chance Saloon: https://tellthebandtogohome.com/2025/06/30/jadea-kelly-the-second-chance-saloon-aug-7-2025/
Trout Forest Music Festival: https://www.troutfest.com/
Team 81 fundraiser: https://www.team81.ca/jeff-robson
Great Cycle Challenge: https://greatcyclechallenge.ca/Riders/JeffRobson
playlist: https://tellthebandtogohome.com/2025/07/27/playlist-episode-1097-july-27-2025/
2025-07-2858 min2025-07-2155 min2025-07-2158 minTell the Band to Go HomeJuly 20, 2025 pt. 1Episode #1096
Back live in the studio again after our trip to Germany for Static Roots Festival and we've got memories and highlights as well as local shows and a huge backlog of new music!
playlist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-gMh
2025-07-211h 012025-07-1357 min2025-07-1358 minTell the Band to Go HomeJuly 13, 2025 pt. 1: Manitoba MusicEpisode #1095
I take great pride in playing a lot of local music on this show and celebrating and supporting the local music community as much as I can, but I don't think I've ever devoted an entire episode to showing off the wide variety of great music being made by artists from Manitoba or by other artists who have come here to record. I realized quickly that there was no way to distill it to a "Best of" or a complete overview, so this is a personal sampling of some of the great music that I love...
2025-07-1358 min2025-07-0658 min2025-07-0659 minTell the Band to Go HomeJuly 6, 2025 pt. 1: Dale Murray MagicEpisode #1094
Shining a spotlight on a true Canadian music MVP, producer/singer/songwriter/guitar player/pedal steel wizard/all-around good guy, Dale Murray! Dale is well-known by musicians but tends to be out of the spotlight most of the time, spending much of his time and sharing his talent by making others shine. He's been a valuable contributor to a wide variety of bands and projects, and on today's show, we listen to as many and as much as we can fit into 3 hours, but still ended up leaving a LOT out!
Dale Murray online...
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Tell the Band to Go HomeJune 29, 2025 pt. 2: Static Roots Festival Previewplaylist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-gFR
Static Roots Festival: staticrootsfestival.com
2025-06-301h 02Tell the Band to Go HomeJune 29, 2025 pt. 1Episode #1093
Normally the weekend I'd roll out the annual Canada Day spectacular, but instead a freewheeling (or "freeballing," if you ask a gym teacher) episode featuring birthdays, new music, a full preview of this year's exciting and eagerly anticipated Static Roots Festival, and a bunch of great classics!
playlist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-gFR
2025-06-3059 minTell the Band to Go HomeJune 22, 2025 pt. 3: Six Shooter Records Retrospectiveplaylist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-gEf
2025-06-2357 minTell the Band to Go HomeJune 22, 2025 pt. 2: Six Shooter Records Retrospectiveplaylist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-gEf
2025-06-2357 min
The Real Biz Life Chronicles#070 The Adventure Analyst: Jeff RobsonSend us Fan MailWhat if you could build a thriving analytics business, climb rock faces, write a book, and still give back—all while living life on your terms?Meet Jeff Robson—founder of Access Analytic, business analyst, adventurer, and author of The Travelling Trainer. Jeff lives a life of curiosity, courage, and contribution from boardrooms to mountain peaks.In this episode of The Real Biz Life Chronicles, Jeff joins Tracy Fryer to talk data, decisions, and doing good.Jeff shares:(10:31) The moment he decided to star...
2025-04-151h 07
The Trevor Rose Podcast#210: Jeff Robson (Vada Capital) - Building a Family Office, Adventures in Rodeo & Private Equity DifferentiationGreetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Jeff Robson - President & CEO of Vada Capital - an independent, family-backed private equity firm based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Mr. Robson is a board member of the Haskayne Hunter Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the First Monday Foundation, the Alberta Hockey Foundation, is a also a Robson DNA Center Board Advisor, a General Manager of Canadian Professional Rodeo Association and Founding Partner of Creative Destruction Labs Rockies.Mr. Robson earned a Business Management degree from California Polytechnic State U...
2025-01-2357 min
The XibitionEpisode 28 - Celebrating the Canadian Supreme with Jeff RobsonThis week, we’re celebrating the Canadian Supreme with Jeff Robson. Jeff takes us on a journey from the very beginning, sharing over 40 years of memories from this iconic show and how it continues to inspire the Xibition and fuel its growth!
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Cowboy ShitEpisode 155 - CFR50 Announcement with Jeff RobsonFor the week of October 25th, 2023, Episode 24 of Season No. 6, Ted Stovin and Dustin Edwards host a special, extra edition of the show with former Canadian Professional Rodeo Association (CPRA) General Manager Jeff Robson upon the announcement of the return of the Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR) to Edmonton, Alberta for it's 50th anniversary in 2024. Stay tuned next week for another episode of Cowboy Sh!t ahead of the final year of the CFR at it's current home in Red Deer, Alberta's Westerner Park. Tickets for CFR49 in Red Deer are available at www.CFRRedDeer.ca
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Fly with your ShadowMelanie Brulée (episode 26)Melanie Brulée is a bilingual singer/songwriter originally from Cornwall, Ontario. She spent much of her 20s living in Australia, where she first picked up a guitar and developed an interest in singing and songwriting.
She came back to Canada and quickly established herself on stages and at festivals across Canada and in the United States. She’s got two full-length albums out, a French-language album called Débridée, which came out in 2015, and an English language album, Fires, Floods, and Things We Leave Behind, which came out in 2018.
As you’ll hear in our...
2021-10-2253 minFly with your ShadowBrenley MacEachern (Madison Violet) (episode 25)Today’s show features a story of trauma that is really difficult to hear. This might be the most intensely emotional episode of this show so far, and it’s one that many listeners might find difficult and disturbing. It is a story about a young boy who was sexually abused by a Catholic priest and the devastating effects that it had on the boy and his family. If these topics might be difficult for you, or you have a strong attachment to the Catholic church, this might not be the episode for you.
This story came to l...
2021-10-151h 06Fly with your ShadowMike Plume (episode 24)Mike Plume is one of the most glaring examples of the unfair nature of the music industry. You’d like to think that if you have immense talent and appeal and work really, really hard, you’d become a major star. But it doesn’t always work that way. Sometimes, an artist just grinds away, developing a rabid following outside of the mainstream.
Don’t get me wrong, Mike has been successful and is known and loved by many. But for my money, he has written some of the best songs and put out some of the best alb...
2021-10-0859 minFly with your ShadowJohn Wort Hannam (episode 23)John Wort Hannam hails from Alberta, where he started out writing narrative story songs and character sketches and carved out a name for himself singing those songs and telling those stories all across Canada and beyond.
He made a couple of albums independently, then a couple with the help and backing of influential and successful producer Steve Dawson, which were released on Steve’s Black Hen Music.
In 2011, John and his wife Jenny welcomed a son, Charlie, and he started writing more personal songs, exposing more of his own feelings and experiences. That’s where he r...
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Normalised Activity12. Move Well - With Jeff MartinWe had the opportunity to speak to Jeff Martin, one of the founders of Brand X Method. Considered to be the most comprehensive, thoughtful and careful coaching program for kids. Jeff with over 40 years of coaching experience takes through the importance of using movement, outcome and play as the foundations for activity. With the challenge of increased sedentary lifestyles and the earlier intensive single sport specialisation, we discuss that children often miss out on the vital broad aspects of exercise and physical expression. Understanding how this can then feed into injury prevention and physical longevity.
2021-09-171h 51Fly with your ShadowMeaghan Smith (episode 22)Meaghan Smith (meaghansmith.com) is a successful, award-winning, former major label recording artist, a talented painter and greeting card designer (meaghansmithart.com), a loving mother, adoring wife, and more. She and her husBand, Jason Mingo, run a custom-song business called "Our Song" (oursongmusic.com). She's also been very honest and open about her struggle with anxiety.
More information and music credits: https://flywithyourshadow.com/meaghan-smith-episode-22/
2021-09-171h 12Fly with your ShadowJP Hoe (episode 21)It only took one listen at his producer’s house in 2003 to convince me that JP Hoe had something special. He’s got a big, powerful, one-of-a-kind voice, and knows how to craft a memorable melody. I knew he was headed for great things and couldn’t wait to share his music with people.
And I’ve been doing it steadily for 18 years now. In that time, he’s put out an early EP, 4 full-length albums, kick-started the creation of one of my favourite live music venues, and created a perennially successful and popular Christmas-time concert, The Hoe Hoe Ho...
2021-09-0454 min
Collisions YYCCurrent & Critical - Jeff Robson, How to Invest in Early Stage Companies in Western CanadaWhether you are seeking funding or to invest, Jeff Robson has the expertise to help you understand the lay of the land in Calgary. As President & CEO of Vada Capital, Jeff helps early-stage companies identify whether they need an investor or simply guidance. For those who are ready for investment, Vada Capital can help identify the true value of your idea, and shape the business the way you want it. Uncover key insights about failing fast, why curiosity is a powerful business tool and Calgary’s potential as a tech hub.
2021-09-0256 minFly with your ShadowJim White (episode 20)Jim White (jimwhitemusic.net) is a fascinating character who has lived an almost unbelievable life up to this point. It’s his music that got my attention and has brought him the most renown and acclaim, but he didn’t come seriously to music until later in life. Before a rather serendipitous start to that career, he was a professional model, professional surfer, New York University film student, and a New York City taxi driver.
During those early years, Jim was deeply depressed and suicidal and struggling with some dark demons in his soul. Eventually, as you’ll hea...
2021-07-3051 minFly with your ShadowShawna Caspi (episode 19)Music credits and more information can be found here: https://wp.me/pdcjXL-6b
Shawna Caspi's biography describes her as, “a singer, a poet, a painter, a fingerstyle guitar player,” and explains:
After touring her last album relentlessly, Shawna took a break to rest, reflect, and focus on songwriting. It was in those moments of stillness and solitude that she confronted her own experience of burnout, anxiety, and struggle with self-worth. In working through the shadowy parts of herself, Shawna discovered more ways to practice gratitude and appreciate little victories. This process of slowing down and...
2021-07-1658 minFly with your ShadowDavid Francey (episode 18)On this episode, a conversation I had with one of the most respected and acclaimed contemporary Canadian songwriters. He’s able to write songs that convey simple thoughts and ideas in beautiful, poetic ways. He’s written about love and sorrow and joy powerfully and perfectly.
David Francey (www.davidfrancey.com) was born in Scotland, but his family moved to Canada when he was 12. The value and importance of hard work was instilled in him early. Until the release of his debut album, Torn Screen Door, which was released in 1999 when Francey was already in his 40s, he w...
2021-07-0255 minFly with your ShadowTribute to Paul MacLeod w/Andy Maize (Skydiggers), Jason Schneider, Mark Logan, and Lynn Jackson (Episode 17)Paul MacLeod was a super talented singer/songwriter from Kitchener, Ontario. He built his reputation locally and regionally as a captivating solo performer who mixed great original songs alongside a vast and diverse repertoire of covers.
He was first introduced to many of us nationally and internationally when he joined legendary, long-standing roots-rock band Skydiggers in the mid-90s. He had the difficult task of replacing founding and high-profile and much-loved member Peter Cash in the band, but he did so admirably, more than holding his own alongside the accomplished band. He brought a new edge, his...
2021-06-191h 38Fly with your ShadowEpisode #16: Suzie Ungerleider (formerly Oh Susanna)Suzie Ungerleider (suzieungerleider.com) is best known as Oh Susanna, a moniker that she chose to take on when she started performing her own songs in the mid-1990s. In the beginning, she was writing and performing songs that were often dark and sad, with murder ballads and difficult tales being a common theme.
Her songs and subject matter expanded over the course of 5 albums made with a few different record labels. When it came time for the sixth, she reconnected with old friend Jim Bryson (who’s known for being a producer and band member alongside Ka...
2021-06-041h 06Fly with your ShadowEpisode #15: Sean BurnsSean Burns (seanburns.ca) came into music naturally, he’s the son of a professional, hard-working musician. Between 2009 and 2014, Sean released four albums, each one more distinct and impressive than the last, and made a name for himself on the road.
Sometime after the fourth one, he fell in love and found his way to Winnipeg, where he quickly inserted himself into one of Winnipeg’s main hubs and training grounds for roots-based live music, the Times Change(d) High & Lonesome Club. There, he and Grant Siemens (Corb Lund's Hurtin' Albertans) became fast friends, and together they put...
2021-05-2855 minFly with your ShadowEpisode #14: Joe NolanI think that Edmonton-based singer/songwriter Joe Nolan is one of those true “old soul” songwriters. He’s been writing songs that are deeper and wiser than his years for over a decade. He first came to my attention when Six Shooter Records put out the album Tornado in 2014 and set him off on the road to promote it. His name was unknown to me, but the label was well known, and the list of people who helped make that record was impressive. It was produced by the great Colin Linden, who was the guest on episode 3 of this show...
2021-05-211h 03Fly with your ShadowEpisode #13: Stephanie LambringStephanie Lambring’s songs are largely about difficult topics, and the stories they contain are often dark and sad. Her official biography sums her debut album up really well: “Autonomy centers around what it is to have the ability to make your own decisions—to truly own the course your life takes. Lambring examines topics that sound familiar, like things you’ve thought about before, from childhood embarrassments that still pop up now and again to relationships that were bad choices from the beginning, from the constant desire to (still) please parents, to what in the world it feels like to...
2021-04-2353 minFly with your ShadowEpisode #12: Bryce ThomasBryce Thomas just released his fourth full-length album under his own name, but music has been his passion almost his entire life. That album, Across the Neuro Seas, was written and recorded almost entirely alone during the pandemic. It’s an album that shows a lot of growth and insight and talent.
The album’s name and interesting cover art, showing two very different images of the artist, are in part a reference to the difficulties that he’s had to overcome before getting this far. Bryce has struggled with anxiety and depression and self-doubt for a long t...
2021-04-1658 minFly with your ShadowEpisode #11: Amelia CurranOver the course of five albums made with the backing of influential Six Shooter Records label, Amelia Curran’s (www.ameliacurran.com) name became one that was known and respected across the country and beyond Canada's borders. She’s won just about every music award there is in Canada, including a Juno, SOCAN award, Canadian Folk Music awards, and multiple awards on Canada’s East Coast, where she makes her home.
In 2014, Amelia spearheaded a project called This Video, which is a star-studded song and video that presents some startling facts about depression and suicide, but ends with h...
2021-04-0959 minFly with your ShadowEpisode #10: Christina MartinI got to know Christina Martin (www.christinamartin.net) through my radio show, Tell the Band to Go Home, because of her powerful and memorable songs. I was hooked immediately, and I just knew that I was going to have to do everything I could to bring her to Winnipeg to perform someday. Not long after, we made plans for her to come and her show was the second show ever at my house concert venue, The Sunset Saloon. She last performed here alongside her husband/guitar player/producer/best friend, Dale Murray (dalemurray.ca), in November of 2019. It...
2021-04-021h 00Fly with your ShadowEpisode #9: Matt MastersWhether on his own or with his band The Ladies & Gentlemen of the Rodeo, or hosting and performing in Barney Bentall's Cariboo Express, Matt Masters is always busy, even though it’s been a decade since his last album, All Western Winners. He’s honed a really fun show built around a classic country-honky-tonk sound.
Offstage and behind the scenes, he’s had a heck of a difficult time over the years, dealing with loss, dramatic health scares, and difficulties that would cause even the strongest to feel some anxiety and depression. It all culminated with him being...
2021-03-2650 minFly with your ShadowEpisode #8: Lynn MilesIt’s been 30 years since Lynn Miles (https://lynnmilesmusic.ca) released her debut full-length album, Chalk this one up to the Moon. Last year, in the midst of the pandemic, she released her 15th album, We’ll Look for Stars. In between, she had big record contracts, publishing deals, and toured all over the place. The stress and grind of it all almost killed her. Fortunately, she was able to channel a lot of her struggles into her magnificent songs. She’s come out of it with a highly-respected catalogue of work, a number of high-profile awards, and the respect...
2021-03-1956 minFly with your ShadowEpisode #7: Scott NolanScott Nolan has forged a career as a rootsy, rockin’ singer/songwriter and bandleader. He released a string of increasingly interesting and acclaimed albums, culminating with an album called Silverhill, which was recorded with American roots supergroup Willie Sugarcapps in 2015.
Scott’s highest-profile successes though have come through other artists. He toured for a long time alongside his longtime drummer and friend Joanna Miller backing up Mary Gauthier. His work was championed by Hayes Carll, who recorded Scott’s song "Bad Liver and a Broken Heart," and has performed it around the world, singing Scott’s praises wherever...
2021-03-121h 01Fly with your ShadowEpisode #6: Joey Serlin (Serlin Greaves/The Watchmen)Joey Serlin is probably best known as a founding member, songwriter, guitarist, and singer for hugely successful Canadian rock band The Watchmen. The band is known for huge hits like "All Uncovered," "Stereo," "Boneyard Tree," "Any Day Now," and a long list of others that can still be heard regularly on rock radio.
Joey Serlin and Watchmen singer Danny Greaves, will release their first album under the name of Serlin Greaves in May. The first single, “Teenage Heart,” is released today, March 5, 2021.
More info, links, and music credits: https://wp.me/pcKqe1-3m
2021-03-0543 minFly with your ShadowEpisode #5: Ben de la CourBen de la Cour (www.bendelacour.com) has had an interesting life, to say the least.
His official bio says, “After playing New York City dives like CBGBs with his brother a decade before he could legally drink, he had already stuffed himself into a bottle of bourbon and pulled the cork in tight over his head by the time he was twenty one. There were arrests, homes in tough neighborhoods all over the world, countless false starts as well as stays in psychiatric hospitals and rehabs as Ben battled with mental health and substance abuse issues.”
2021-02-2643 minFly with your ShadowEpisode #4: Nicky Mehta (The Wailin' Jennys)
Nicky Mehta (www.nickymehta.ca) is best known as a founding member of The Wailin' Jennys (www.thewailinjennys.com), a highly-acclaimed and hugely successful singer/songwriter trio formed in Winnipeg in 2002, but she's much more than that. From her official bio, "Singer-songwriter. Mentor to at-risk youth. Wailin’ Jenny. Mental health advocate. Canadian. JUNO winner. Mother of twins. International touring artist. Biracial. Children's book author. Mental illness survivor. Life-partner. Speaker. Composer for contemporary dance. Poet. Band manager. University graduate. Former dancer. Winnipegger. Influenced by Jane Siberry, Lloyd Cole, The Smiths, and Sharon Olds. Product of British and East Indian a...
2021-02-1955 minFly with your ShadowEpisode #3: Colin LindenFly with your Shadow is an interview-based podcast featuring conversations about music, mental health, and the devastating effect that the COVID pandemic has had on all of it.
You can find us on social media @flywithyourshadow and on our website, flywithyourshadow.com
Colin Linden (www.colinlinden.com) has played guitar alongside Willie P Bennett, Bob Dylan, Emmylou Harris, Robert Plant, Bruce Cockburn, and countless others. He’s also 1/3 of roots rockin’ supergroup Blackie and the Rodeo Kings (www.blackieandtherodeokings.com). Colin has also released 12 or so highly acclaimed albums of his own and is preparing for...
2021-02-1240 minFly with your ShadowEpisode #2: Chris BottomleyFly with your Shadow is an interview-based podcast featuring conversations about music, mental health, and the devastating effect that the COVID pandemic has had on all of it.
You can find us on social media @flywithyourshadow and on our website, flywithyourshadow.com
This week on the program: Chris Bottomley (chrisbottomley.com)
Chris Bottomley is a fabulous bass player, singer, and songwriter. He’s released albums on his own as well as with the collective known as Brainfudge. His diverse style incorporates elements of jazz, funk, reggae, and rock ‘n’ roll.
In the mi...
2021-02-0548 minFly with your ShadowEpisode #1: Leeroy StaggerFly with your Shadow is an interview-based podcast featuring conversations about music, mental health, and the devastating effect that the COVID pandemic has had on all of it.
You can find us on social media @flywithyourshadow and on our website, flywithyourshadow.com
This week on the program: Leeroy Stagger (leeroystagger.com)
Leeroy is a singer/songwriter/producer from Victoria, B.C. He's released 11 or so albums and toured North America and Europe extensively. He's also very open about his struggles with his mental health and provides some great insight into the peace that...
2021-01-2951 min
Cowboy ShitEpisode 48 - Jeff RobsonFor the week of September 25th, 2019, Episode No. 22 of Season No. 2, Ted Stovin and Wacey Anderson speak to Jeff Robson the General Manager of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association to talk all things CFR.
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Tom Bell#6 Jeff Robson - 100km of Burpees for 100k meals for the needyI was blessed to meet Jeff Robson on the beach the other day and saw him doing a super human effort of burpees one after the other up and down the beach. This interview shares what he's up to along with some of his inspirational opinions - definitely worth a listen. Great to have you along for another episode. Talk soon - Tom
2019-01-0732 min
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