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Leeds Business PodcastLeeds Business PodcastThe best way to network in Leeds with Gordon Bateman, Climb UKListen to one the best connectors in the Leeds business eco-system; Gordon Bateman.Gordon discusses his business background and a series of fortunate accidents that led to one of the biggest events on the Leeds business calendar. He also gives us a great networking tip.If you're looking for a business and entrepreneurship podcast that will inspire, motivate and educate you, through the personal business journeys and entrepreneurial lessons learnt of Leeds business owners then this is the podcast for you.INTRODUCING GORDON BATEMANGordon Bateman has over 30 years’ experience supporting am...2025-06-2536 minMenswear FamilyMenswear FamilyL'été révélera les vrais élégants(VIDEO SUR YOUTUBE ET SPOTIFY)Dans cet épisode, je vous montre qu’été ne rime pas avec laisser-aller côté style masculin. Même sous la chaleur, je pense qu’il est essentiel de garder le plaisir de bien s’habiller, de jouer avec les matières légères, les coupes amples et les accessoires. C’est l’occasion de se démarquer subtilement, avec presque rien, d’affirmer sa personnalité avec des détails choisis et des pièces bien pensées. Je partage mes essentiels, mes inspirations et mes astuces pour allier confort et élégance pendant les mois ch...2025-06-0246 minLeeds Business PodcastLeeds Business PodcastSixth form to £mm exited tech founder in 10 years - with Jordan Appleson, Founder, HarkJordan Appleson left school to go into employment at 17. He then went on to found, and sell, one of the most successful Leeds tech businesses.Listen as a chance conversation sparks a business idea, how a pivot really changed the business, the reasons for an abandoned PE raise and how a cold email turned into a business sale.Along with the undoubted successes there’s lots of ‘we didn't do this so well’. There is so much in this episode to learn from. Despite being so successful, today's guest Jordan is open enough to include of the...2025-05-2854 minChallenge the Standard in Financial AdviceChallenge the Standard in Financial AdviceS4E13 CybersecurityThis week's episode is a unique one - informative and terrifying.  Well, terrifying if you're as nervous about a cyber breach as Jordan is. Our guest this week, the unflappable Fraser Jack, joins Nathan in more calmly exploring the importance of cybersecurity for professional service firms.  Fraser takes us through: Their approach, which involves starting with the Big Picture and rolling from there to eventually the tech solutions (instead of the other, arguably more common but less effective) direction. Case studies, including how losing a laptop cost a group $100,000, or how a succession of ve...2025-03-061h 11Leeds Business PodcastLeeds Business Podcast4 'must solve' business problems - Bonus EpisodeBusiness Problems?Welcome to the monthly, bonus episode of the Leeds Business Podcast, featuring the latest Business Surgery problems.If you're a Business Owner, have a listen; you've probably experienced at least one, or more, of these problems..... and now you have a potential solution.This month’s round up features the following business problems;[00:00:30] "As a business owner, I've always got too much to do on my to do list. How do I solve this problem?" - with John Damonne, Salvos[00:06:00] ​"I'm currently doing my business planning. How far...2024-11-0118 minMen, Sex & Pleasure with Cam FraserMen, Sex & Pleasure with Cam FraserQuicky #79 The Challenges of Sexual Initiations (with Jordan Hackett)From episode #79 with Jordan Hackett. More from that episode: - Jordan shares some of his story - There is nothing wrong with male sexuality - The importance of rites of passage - Unintentional sexual initiations - Elements of initiation ceremonies - Challenges, choice, and agency - Liberation and shame - Tantrikas, Dakinis, and Sex Goddesses - Initiations for young people and societal barriers - Sexual debuts and ongoing exploration2024-09-1804 minLeeds Business PodcastLeeds Business PodcastSupporting, and investing in, female founders with Jordan Dargue, Co-Founder, Lifted VenturesFor more information on YFM equity Partners please visit www.yfmep.com (and tell them Phil from Leeds Business Podcast sent you!)This week’s guest is Jordan Dargue, co-founder of Lifted Ventures.Jordan shares with us her journey into angel investing, developing the early stage investing community in Leeds and the North and now building Lifted Ventures and its ‘flywheel’ to support both female founders and female investors. Jordan also explains the important role that men can play in being male allies to this vital area of business, and how to make your business ‘investor...2024-09-1152 minBlack Boomer Besties from BrooklynBlack Boomer Besties from BrooklynArt, Appropriation or Ridicule: Did Raygun Break Breakdancing?Can you imagine Leslie on a pommel horse? This week’s Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn kicks off with some fun banter about  the speed of current events, namely the closing of the 2024 Paris Olympics. Of course The Besties have opinions. In particular about gymnast Jordan Chiles’ lost bronze medal and the performance of the Australian breakdancer Rachel Gunn. Cultural appropriation, misappropriation, and privilege enters the conversation to take the listener deeper (because that’s what The Besties do).This episode and all previous episodes are available on YouTube. Please join our Besties...2024-08-2029 minFarming in British ColumbiaFarming in British ColumbiaAndrew Vogler: Farming with Bookends in ChilliwackThis episode: Andrew Vogler on fifteen years as a mixed veggie grower in the Fraser Valley, and why he and his business partner decided to wind down a farm operation that was succeeding. Other links:farminginbc.ca/submit if you'd like to contribute your thoughts for a future episode of the show. You're also welcome to send an audio recording to Jordan via text/whatsapp/signal Jordan at 250 767 6636 or via podcast@farminginbc.cafarminginbc.ca/sponsorship to learn more about buying ads on the podcast or other forms of sponsorship.Mentioned...2024-07-1255 minIn Conversation with Jordan SorceryIn Conversation with Jordan SorceryJohnny Fraser-Allen | Star Wars & The GloamingJohnny Fraser-Allen joins me to talk about his new Dungeons and Dragons campaign setting The Gloaming, creating some of the most movie accurate Star Wars gaming tables, and the work of building an entire fantasy world from literally the ground up!A world renowned concept artist and sculptor Johnny Fraser-Allen has worked extensively in Hollywood with the WETA workshop, designing and creating monsters, giants, goblins, and creatures for movies as diverse as the BFG, the Hobbit, and the Impossible Door.As a huge gamer Johnny has also turned those talents to the gaming table, building...2024-06-191h 34In Conversation with Jordan SorceryIn Conversation with Jordan SorceryJohnny Fraser-Allen | World Builder & Movie Concept ArtistJohnny Fraser-Allen in conversation with Jordan Sorcery.After working as a conceptual and special effects artist at Weta Workshop on films like Steven Spielberg's BFG, Guillermo Del Toro and then Peter Jackson's the Hobbit movies, and James Cameron's Avatar Johnny Fraser-Allen began making miniatures for gaming in the fantasy realms he loves so much.Working with Alessio Cavatore & Riverhorse Games Johnny designed the miniatures for the boardgame adaptations of Jim Henson's Labyrinth and Dark Crystal. As a lifelong Warhammer fan his work has been featured on Warhammer Community, and his incredible creations have regularly appeared...2024-03-312h 55Bringing Hope to Alzheimer\'sBringing Hope to Alzheimer'sFighting Alzheimer's Together with Taylor JordanIn a recent episode of the "Bringing Hope to Alzheimer's" podcast, host Anne Fraser sat down with Taylor Jordan, a key member of the Night of Hope organization, to discuss their efforts in combating Alzheimer's and dementia. Taylor shared her personal connection to the disease, with both her godfather and great-grandmother having suffered from Alzheimer's. These experiences fueled her passion for raising awareness and supporting those affected by the disease.Taylor's involvement with Night of Hope began through a business networking group and has grown significantly over the years. As the CFO, she plays a c...2024-03-1314 minDeclutteredDecluttered#49 overcoming relationship conflict using Human Design w/Margo FraserHave you ever wondered how Human Design can improve your communication, intimacy, and sex life? Fallon is joined by Margo Fraser, Nature Mystic, Cosmic Connector, and Certified Intuitive Strategist and Human Design expert. Margo shares her insights as a healer (and Manifesting Generator:-) from all her years working with individuals and couples wanting to deepen their understanding, compassion, and connection through their unique and perfect design- Human Design! Lately, Fallon has been receiving divine messages about talking to trees and healing the land simply by listening to what the Earth is telling us. Margo's...2024-03-0743 minMen, Sex & Pleasure with Cam FraserMen, Sex & Pleasure with Cam Fraser#198 What's the Deal with the Manosphere? (with Dr. James B. Stein)On this episode of #mensexpleasure, I chat with Dr. James B. Stein. Dr. Stein is an Assistant Professor at Utah Tech University with a specialization in interpersonal communication. He has published over a dozen peer-reviewed journal articles, which can be found on his professional website JamesBstein.com. In addition to his work as a teacher and scholar, Dr. Stein can be found on social media (specifically, TikTok) under the username "J3wcifer." On that platform, Dr. Stein aims to distil complex relational, political, and pop-culture centred topics. Key points: - Dr. Stein...2024-01-281h 01Cinema AustraliaCinema AustraliaEpisode #103 | Jordan Fraser-TrumbleHello, and welcome to the Cinema Australia Podcast. My name is Matthew Eeles. In this episode I’m joined by actor Jordan Fraser-Trumble who gives an outstanding performance in The Cost which is written and directed by Matthew Holmes. Matthew was a recent guest on this Podcast also discussing this new white-knuckle thriller. In The Cost, Jordon plays David - one of two ordinary men intent on dispensing their own brutal form of justice after abducting a felon who committed a horrific crime many years before. Jordan is a great actor whose career I have been following for many years no...2023-10-1719 minNot Another HeroineNot Another HeroinePick of the Week: Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret RogersonIn today's Pick of the Week, we discuss strawberry soju mixed drinks, Jordan's thing for young Brendan Fraser, and "Sorcery of Thorns" by Margaret Rogerson!https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42201395-sorcery-of-thornsAnd if you're looking for something similar..."One Dark Window" by Rachel Gillighttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/58340706-one-dark-window"Half a Soul" by Olivia Atwaterhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60717747-half-a-soul"Howl's Moving Castle" by Diana Wynne Joneshttps://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/6294 2023-09-2716 minJ\'ObsessedJ'ObsessedLucy Smith: Brian Jordan Alvarez, The Newsreader & singledomThis week Fraser chats to gorge Triple J host & TV presenter Lucy Smith (@lcysmth). Lucy explains her obsession with ⁠Brian Jordan Alvarez⁠ & his suite of hilarious characters, The Newsreader & why she didn't pursue news journalism. In addition they chat about the joy (& peril) of Tetris and why being single is definitely in its flop. Enjoy xx2023-09-2638 minAstronomy Cast Full Raw FeedAstronomy Cast Full Raw FeedEp. 690: Climate on Mars - From Ice Caps to Dust StormsStreamed live on Sep 18, 2023. We’ve looked at Earth’s changing climate, now let’s see what it’s like for another world: Mars. Much looks familiar, but some of it is totally alien, from ice caps of frozen carbon dioxide to planetary dust storms that can obscure the entire world from view.   This video was made possible by the following Patreon members: Stephen Veit Jordan Young Jeanette Wink Andrew Poelstra Brian Cagle David Truog BogieNet Gerhard Schwarzer...2023-09-251h 04Astronomy Cast Full Raw FeedAstronomy Cast Full Raw FeedEp. 689 - Our Warming World: 20 Years of Climate ScienceStreamed live on Sep 11, 2023. It’s official! June and July were the warmest we’ve seen since records began over a century ago. Fires are rampant across Canada, and we’re seeing record droughts around the world. Today we’re going to look at 20 years of climate science, how well does reality match up with the predictions.   This video was made possible by the following Patreon members: Stephen Veit Jordan Young Jeanette Wink Andrew Poelstra Brian Cagle David Truog BogieNet2023-09-181h 00The Ruminant: Audio Candy for Farmers, Gardeners and Food LoversThe Ruminant: Audio Candy for Farmers, Gardeners and Food LoversA Critique of Canada's Pesticide OversightIn the summer of 2023, Bruce Lanphear, Professor of Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University, resigned his position as co-chair of a recently formed Science Advisory Committee of the PMRA, which regulates pesticide use in Canada. Dr. Lanphear felt he could no longer lend his credibility to the agency following disagreement about the Terms of Reference provided to Lanphear and seven other scientists comprising the committee. Lanphear has been critical of aspects of Canada's pesticide oversight regime. I invited him on the show to discuss the topic. You can read about Bruce's resignation here and here...2023-09-111h 08Tea With AliceTea With AliceJordan Morris - HealthCastJordan Morris talks to Alice over Herbal Tea on privacy, mental health and how to negotiate levels of selfhood.2023-05-0935 minOn Mic PodcastOn Mic PodcastBernadette Ridge -363Meet a charming woman who mentors many as a multi-faceted life coach.  Bernadette Ridge hails from Ireland and now makes her  home just outside of Boston.  She is the co-author of several books in the Jan Fraser Inspired Life Series “The Book on Gratitude,” The Book on Joy,”  and  “The Book on Transformation.”  She is all about empowering others with new -found energy and on today’s podcast with Bernadette’s help,  you might just discover another pathway to happiness!2023-05-0333 minEnergy Sector Heroes ~ Careers in Oil & Gas, Sustainability & Renewable EnergyEnergy Sector Heroes ~ Careers in Oil & Gas, Sustainability & Renewable EnergyJordan Driskell - from Decorated Crew Chief United States Air Force to Vice President | Energy Sector HeroesWelcome to this episode of our podcast! In this engaging discussion, our host Michelle Fraser sits down with Jordon Driskell, the Vice President at PetroLedger, to explore the fascinating journey of his career. From starting as a Pre Law Graduate, Jordon's path led him to become one of the most influential experts in Sales & Marketing.Join us as we delve into the personal anecdotes and pivotal moments that shaped Jordon's professional trajectory. Michelle and Jordon explore the challenges he encountered along the way and the strategic decisions he made to navigate the ever-evolving world of Sales & Marketing.2023-04-251h 02The TonicThe TonicThe Tonic 27 [Ireland, US]An orchestral cyborg, an autotune choir, trick repetitions, trans and queer sonics, a forgotten Minimalist classic and The Four Pillars Appearing Under Resonating Apparitions of the Eternal Process in the Midwinter Starfield feature in a new Episode of the Tonic, with some of the best new and recent instrumental and electronic classical music from Ireland and the US.With music by Randy Gibson, Sarah Hennies, Jordan Dykstra, Kate Soper, Daniel Lentz, Jennifer Walshe, Alex Dowling, Linda Buckley, Sam Perkin and Rhona Clarke.The featured image shows Hard Times Soft Sounds (2020), an audio installation by German...2023-01-161h 58HandischlappedHandischlapped56. The Whale | A Christian PerspectiveA movie review on The Whale, directed by Darren Aronofsky, and starring Brendan Fraser. 2023-01-1229 minMother! Murderer! Podcaster!Mother! Murderer! Podcaster!The Twilight of the Golds: Brendan Fraser Shines in this LGBT TV Movie!In honor of Brendan Fraser's comeback in Darren Aronofsky's The Whale, we're covering his 1997 Showtime TV Movie, Twilight of the Golds, co-starring Faye Dunaway, Jennifer Beals, Rosie O'Donnell and Gary Marshall. Based on the Broadway play, Twilight of the Golds explores the hidden intolerance in a supposedly liberal family, the Golds. When Suzanne becomes pregnant, she takes an experimental genetic test and discovers that her unborn child will grow up to be gay. Suzanne's gay brother David watches with horror as the homophobia that has simmered beneath the surface of his family raises to a boil. Will Suzanne learn to...2023-01-061h 05Spooky SpousesSpooky SpousesEpisode 159 - Unsinkable Sam the Wonder Cat 🐈We recorded this episode on our 7th Anniversary! Look at us go! Not only are we celebrating our love, but we're also celebrating the fact that Spooky Spouses just passed 53,000 downloads! What the heck??? Thank you so much to everybody for being weird with us these past 5 years ❤ You're the best. Topics in Episode 159 include being stranded in the jungle for 11 days, sneaky boat camo, popular dog names in 1979, Magic DVDs, Brendan Fraser, selling your stuff to Half Priced Books, Ghosts at a Renaissance Festival, Lindsey is scared of Disney, and Midsommar with puppets. Join us, won't yo...2022-09-061h 10Secrets To Scaling Your Ecommerce BrandSecrets To Scaling Your Ecommerce BrandEp 356: Rebranding and Raising Funds With Rob Fraser, OutwaySend us a textRebranding can be scary for a lot of brands. However, if done correctly, it can be a great opportunity to further grow your business and set the stage for success for years to come.In this episode, Jordan interviews Rob Fraser of Outway, formerly Endur. He talks about the rebrand they did and the thought process that led to a successful launch. He also shares his framework for thinking about brands and the important things you need to know about raising money.Listen up and learn from this episode.2022-07-2122 minThe Thunder Bros PodThe Thunder Bros PodThe Thunder Bros Walk with the DinosaursIt's been a big fat minute, but the Thunder Bros are back in action and they've got dino-fever! Sit back and relax with this new episode! We even have a special guess! Crazy eh! Burgess sets up an IKEA interview. Tyler gets a cardboard cutout of Brenden Fraser. 2022-06-2850 minVaginas, Vulvas, and VibratorsVaginas, Vulvas, and VibratorsMale Sexuality with Cam FraserIt’s men’s health month and Cam Fraser joins us to talk about male sexuality. Does porn impact sexual performance? Does size actually matter? In this episode, we dive into ways to help support our male partners in the bedroom. Check out Cam Fraser on IG @thecamfraser and on his website.  How is your sex life? Is it good but could be better? Is it medicore? Get the Sex You Desire is where women are uncovering their desires so they can start having more sex according to their desires. We are currently enrolling  - Regis...2022-06-2340 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginThe New Vanity Publishing?This week, Vicky and Joe talk about why we shouldn’t burst our own balloons and downplay our achievements. That’s after Vicky goes on a 5 minute rant about why The Wheel of Time is not something you should read if you want good epic fantasy. So: if you’ve ever thought that self-publishing is “vanity” or that you need a book deal to make your book “worthy,” grab a cup of tea, settle down, put aside your prejudices, and listen to this. Maybe we’ll change your mind.    Key Takeaways: [4:15] Vicky explains why she couldn’t g...2022-04-2128 minFVRL ReadRadio PodcastFVRL ReadRadio PodcastWheel of TimeDo you love all things epic fantasy and magic? Alaxandra tells us about the fourteen book series The Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan.2022-04-1502 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginBestseller BallsOMG it’s the 301st episode! Question: do you dream about getting onto the New York Times bestseller list? Don’t bother mate. Bestseller lists are balls—and if we write a book with the aim of getting onto such a list, our book ain’t gonna cut it. This week, Vicky and Joe take a peek into the world of bestseller status, rip it a new one, and natter about The Wheel of Time. Again.   Key Takeaways: [1:25] Vicky is thinking about changing the name of this podcast…again.  [2:10] Can you believe Vick...2022-04-1422 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginA Hot Take on Hot TakesTune in for Vicky and Joe’s hot take on hot takes! Yep, this week our hosts have Opinions on other people’s opinions. With the internet crammed full of knee-jerk reactions and instant outrage, what’s the cost to us as a society? How can we slow down and think things through? What can a noble dude from the 1500s teach us about life? And what does all this have to do with books, anyway?   Key Takeaways: [1:00] It’s April but it’s snowing! Vicky and Joe are freezing in their home office....2022-04-0729 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginThrowing Grammar in the Bin?We’ve just been in a hot air balloon and be warned, we rave about it for quite a lot of minutes before we get into this week’s episode—an enthusiastic chat about grammar. Does it matter? Is it elitist? Should we throw the whole lot in the bin? And what does it all mean for marginalized writers? Tune in and find out what it’s like being in a hot air balloon, what Joe thinks about class and grammar and cutlery, and why Vicky thinks the publishing industry desperately needs more people who don’t look like her. 2022-03-3131 minThe Profitable Tradie PodcastThe Profitable Tradie PodcastFollowing up on your quotesWhen was the last time you looked at your sales process? Have you got a process in place? You’re still getting work and that’s great, but have you ever thought about how much work you might be missing out on? It might be time to chuck a process in place.It’s amazing what something small like a process can achieve. Tony and Phil talk about how following up on quotes can totally transform your business and create opportunities that you didn’t even know were possible. In this episode there are some tips on how to c...2022-03-1118 minThe BoredroomThe Boredroom66. Publicity Stunts - I’ll Buy You Pancakes at iHop If This is Fake (feat. Joey Rinaldi)The Jackass Boys The Boston Tea Party Andy Kaufman’s Wrestling Career The Many PR Stunts of Brendan Fraser Follow Joey on Twitter & Instagram: @thejoeyrinaldi Wise Guys Sizzle Reel Jerry Springer Appearance Follow TBRPC, Wyatt, Kyle, and Jordan: Instagram: @theboredroom_podcast, @wyattpeakedinhs, @kylegengineering, & @jordanlindely96 Twitter: @wyattpeakedinhs Spotify: Desk Job. & Jordan Lindley Subscribe to Guilty Dogs Productions on YouTube2022-02-281h 04Air Jordan: A Food PodcastAir Jordan: A Food PodcastMasks Off, Gwen, Mother Wolf, and BeefsteakThe new mask mandate for L.A. is in effect and you can finally see your waiter's face, Jordan goes to Gwen for the first time and breaks down his order, and Max went to Mother Wolf for a second time and let's a review fly (spoiler: the pizza is still a 10, but...). Plus, Neal Fraser of Redbird and Anthony Endy from the Alisal Ranch stops by to talk the most gluttonous feast of the year, and we're all invited.2022-02-261h 08FVRL ReadRadio PodcastFVRL ReadRadio PodcastThe New KidFVRL is celebrating Freedom to Read Week, February 20 to 26! In this week’s podcast, Jessica reviews the graphic novel The New Kid by Jerry Craft. She became curious about this book when it was challenged by some parents in the United States. The New Kid is about Jordan, a mixed-race kid going into Grade 7 in a new, fancy school. As Jordan adjusts to life at school, he has to deal with new situations and challenges — including discrimination.2022-02-2302 minMen, Sex & Pleasure with Cam FraserMen, Sex & Pleasure with Cam Fraser#79 Sacred Sexual Initiation Ceremonies (with Jordan Hackett)On today’s episode of #mensexpleasure, I chat with Jordan Hackett. Jordan is a men’s coach and certified sexologist. He has a background in rites of initiation work and draws on a wealth of integrated personal experience in erotic exploration, diverse relationships and self-development spaces. He offers private coaching and bodywork, online programs and in person workshops. "I am so passionate about working with sexuality because it takes us to the core of ourselves. It is such a deeply personal place that connects us to our authentic selves. Consciously developing your sexuality is the ultimate way to c...2021-11-041h 03Popped KernelsPopped KernelsEpisode 21- The Mummy: TOTDE/ Blast from the pastThis week Heather has got her wish and we are covering films by the man/myth/legend Mr Brendan James Fraser. 2021-09-2948 minThe LibrocubeThe Librocube585 - Technically a PodcastHello! What's the deal with airline related jokes...? Episode #585 Segmented Thusly:    Movie Monologue = The Suicide Squad.   Television Talk = Fraser   Internet Intercourse = Sarah Lavender, James & Elise Willems in Psychonauts 2, Mythbusters Charity Auction and Jake & Amir is back! 2021-09-2228 minBuild-A-BondBuild-A-BondEp5 – Jordan Young in For Your Ibiza OnlyStar of River City and Scot Squad, Jordan Young is in the Build-A-Bond hot seat this week. No stranger to playing notorious hardmen and top shaggers, Jordan is well placed to pick his dream Bond, co-star, villain, director and theme song. Jordan goes into detail and even picks out the locations where he wants his film set, although many of the places seem to closely match-up with his favourite holiday destinations… Jordan also talks about his career on stage and screen and some of his favourite past roles. More Jo...2021-06-0858 minYour Smile Makes Flowers BloomYour Smile Makes Flowers BloomBrenda Haid: The Power of StoryBrenda is a teacher, daughter, sister, friend, dancer and musician. She has been a primary teacher for 16 years with most of that time spent in the Grade 2 classroom. Brenda has also recently graduated from the Imaginative Education program from Simon Fraser University.  During this episode, Brenda and I talk about the importance of wonder for lifelong learning. Brenda also shares about different cognitive tools which are meant to engage students and make learning memorable. One example of a cognitive tool is looking for the story of a certain topic and realizing that there is usually much more g...2021-04-2321 minSecrets To Scaling Your Ecommerce BrandSecrets To Scaling Your Ecommerce BrandEp 174: From Solo Operator to Multiple 7 Figures with Rob Fraser, Founder of EndūrSend us a textGrowing a business organically takes patience. Rob spent two years in the weeds, doing every single job including product design, customer service, and marketing before he made a single hire or outsourced a single task. He was committed to building a lasting brand and a community and doing what it took to build a business on loyal, repeat customers. Now, Endūr is doing multiple 7 figures in sales per year from a group of super loyal customers. This episode is packed with useful insights on how to approach your business.2021-03-1832 minYour Smile Makes Flowers BloomYour Smile Makes Flowers BloomLindsay Lichty: What A Wonder-Full WorldLindsay is a friend and former classmate of mine from Simon Fraser University. She is also an early childhood educator and instructor at Camosun college in the early learning and care department. During this episode, Lindsay and I talk about wonder and discuss how it can remain with us throughout the entirety of our lives. There is no simple answer, however, it is certainly worth exploring and taking small steps to grow in awe and gratitude towards the world around us. I truly hope you enjoy our conversation and I encourage you to listen carefully to the gift that...2021-02-2633 minNarelle Fraser InterviewsNarelle Fraser InterviewsIn the early hours of December 8, 2012, Melissa and Peter McGuinness got a knock at the door that would change their lives forever.Like many young men aged 18, Jordan Hayes-McGuinness was beginning to find his independence. He had his driver’s license and was starting to push the boundaries. However, his decision to drink and take drugs one night would kick start a chain reaction that would end up affecting many, many lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-02-161h 13FraserCastFraserCastFraserCast E18 - The Fraser Anti-Racism InitiativeThis week, we meet with Jordan Brandt, Fraser Mental Health Professional and Anti-Racism Committee Lead and Nancy Baldrica, Fraser Chief Marketing and Development Officer about the steps Fraser is taking to becoming an anti-racist organization and meet the needs of Fraser's BIPOC staff and community. In addition to outlining the goals of the initiative, Jordan and Nancy also dive into the unique disparities that BIPOC and non-English speaking clients face in receiving mental health services and how Fraser is trying to address this challenge. Learn more about Fraser's diversity commitment here. 2021-01-1929 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginGood Listens & Fairy LightsIt's the last episode of the horror show that has been 2020 and Vicky and Joe are slacking. You know those episodes of Star Trek where they do a flashback thing so they don't have to write an actual episode? This is a bit like that: a roundup of our favourite podcasts. It's our Christmas gift to you: the gift of new shows and stories to enjoy. There's glitter, there's hot chocolate, there's sequins... and our usual 100% professional delivery. Enjoy!   Key Takeaways: [1:30] Yay! It’s Christmas! [2:10] What’s been going on at the D...2020-12-1839 minFooty with FletchFooty with FletchJordan Lewis four time premiership player with HawthornIn this Episode of the Footy with Fletch podcast we chat with four -time premiership player at the Hawthorn Football Club Jordan Lewis. 2014 was a great season for Jordan as he achieved the following achievements and milestones: he played his 200th AFL game in Round 7, as the Hawks defeated St Kilda by 145 points. Jordan also won his third premiership for Hawthorn as well as earning his first ever Peter Crimmins Medal, he was an All-Australian player in that year as well. At th e end of the 2016 season Jordan was traded to the Melbourne Football Club where he retired in...2020-10-2430 minLuv\'n the LoopsLuv'n the LoopsJordan Fraser with a Tourism Kamloops UpdateJordan handles digital marketing for Tourism Kamloops and a changing season means a changing focus. Jordan tells us how messaging this year is putting safety protocols at the forefront and the target audience is focused provincially.2020-09-3008 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginResearch Like A NerdIn shock news, Joe is reading a different book this week! Vicky has a fight with her TinySheep and loses. And the ring light makes another (possibly ill-advised) appearance. This week, your intrepid hosts get their nerd on and talk about how to research efficiently, effectively, and without disappearing down an internet wormhole of fascinating but ultimately useless information. Tune in to find out how to cut your research (and writing) time dramatically without doing a half-arsed job of it.   Key Takeaways: [4:05] Vicky and Joe have a bad sheep.  [7:20] How do yo...2020-08-2122 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the Margin"What if they make fun of me?" [Writing Excuses]Vicky and Joe storm into this episode powered by Sacred Rage at the injustices of the world. Then they veer off sharply into the world of monster vegetables, and swerve back to writing a book—this time talking about what to do if you’re worried people will make fun of your book. Tune in for some splendid advice.   Key Takeaways: [1:05] It is currently hotter than the surface of the sun. Vicky and Joe are dying!  [2:15] Joe is still reading….The Wheel of Time!  [8:50] Vicky and Joe are tackling their gar...2020-08-1429 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the Margin"I'll never get published!" [Writing Excuses]Vicky and Joe talk eyebrows, courgettes, and the perils of publishing. This week, your hosts demolish the myth that traditional publishing is the only way to become a published author. Sneak peek: it's not! Hurrah! Tune in to hear all about the benefits and pitfalls of trad publishing, self-publishing, and hybrid publishing – and the differences between them.   Key Takeaways: [6:40] Vicky and Joe played D&D with some friends!  [8:00] Do you feel like you’ll never get published?  [10:20] Traditional publishing might not be for everybody.  [17:25] If you find a hybrid...2020-07-2428 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the Margin"I Need Motivation!" [Writing Excuses]Your brain is like a rock. You just need to push it downhill. Want to know what we're on about? Tune into the latest episode of The 1,000 Authors Show with Vicky and Joe, and discover the big myth about motivation, Vicky's problem with flies, and how you can get more writing done than you ever thought possible...   Key Takeaways: [6:55] Joe, the little amazing chef.  [8:45] How do you stay motivated?  [9:35] Motivation can not come from external factors.  [11:00] Are you genuinely tired or are you just being lazy?  [14...2020-07-1028 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginMy Competitors Are Thieves! [Writing Excuses]Join Vicky, Joe, and Beetrice the Bee for the latest episode in the Writing Excuses series. Learn about the power of focus, and why you shouldn't pay too much attention to your competitors – all from Vicky's resident bee. Our hosts talk copying, innovating, and the best thing to do with your competitors. Enjoy!   Key Takeaways: [4:50] Vicky and Joe share their quarantine chronicles. [6:55] Procrastinating? Tell yourself you’re going to do something for 5 minutes. There’s lots of power in just starting something.  [8:40] A common worry among authors or professionals is that...2020-07-0327 minTOASTTOASTJumping From High Above - Skydiving and Bungy Jumping in AustraliaFULL VID:https://youtu.be/zI1TaRUoJ1I.After snorkelling and driving around the sandy Fraser island.. it was time to turn up the adrenaline..I don't consider myself an extreme sport enthusiast but there definitely is something to be said about adrenaline rushes. I feel like time moves more slowly when your body is convinced it's going to meet its end.2020-07-0213 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginI don't know enough! [Writing Excuses]This week, Vicky cuts her own fringe. Spoiler alert: it did not go well. Then Vicky and Joe talk a little about the antiracist books they're reading, before going on to explain why you do, in fact, probably know enough to write a book. This episode includes top tips about what you can write about if your confidence is a little low. Listen, then go forth and write!   Key Takeaways: [0:40] Vicky is unhappy with her hair and Joe’s hair. [5:25] Dingle update!  [7:35] You forget how little people know about your...2020-06-1928 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginIt's on the internet for free! [Writing Excuses]The crisis hair reaches breaking point, and Vicky and Joe ponder when this lockdown will ever end. Then they talk about actual important things. And finally, onto writing excuses: why it doesn't matter if it's all already on the internet for free because books are special, peeps!   Key Takeaways: [1:40] Joe is still reading Wheel of Time.  [3:50] Project Dingle update. [9:45] Googling things can sometimes overwhelm you. [11:45] Sometimes the information on the internet is so sporadic that you have to go to multiple different sources to get the full pi...2020-06-0523 minRock n Roll TennisRock n Roll TennisJordan Thompson - Pro Tennis to Tyson Fury's Sparring PartnerThis week, special guest, Jordan Thompson. Not the Aussie player, but former British tennis hopeful and now top Cruiserweight boxing prospect, and Tyson Fury's sparring partner.  How did that happen?  A unique story of a self-confessed tennis nut and his move into a totally different sport - pro boxing.   Do subscribe and share.2020-05-2545 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginEp216: It's All Been Said: Writing Excuses 2The saying goes "facts tell stories sell" but facts don't even tell half the time. They go in one ear and out the other. Which is why it's so important that we hear YOUR story – so even if you think "it's all been said before, why would anyone want MY book" listen up sunshine. Tune in to this week's episode so we can bust this writing excuse back to bed where it belongs. Also find out what Vicky and Joe have been up to in lockdown (hint: it involves squirting water up a chicken's bum – to save her life, befo...2020-05-2225 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginHow Much Time Do You REALLY Need To Write A Book?Wearing some extremely snazzy hats, Vicky and Joe discuss the first of the Writing Excuses: I don't have time. In it, they talk about time – how it warps in lockdown, how some of us really do have more than others, and how you can make the most of yours. This podcast contains a bonus rant about selling under false pretences. Oh and also: they share the secret of how long it REALLY takes to write a book.   Key Takeaways: [3:30] Do you have any bread making tips?  [6:45] Did Vicky and Joe’s local...2020-05-1531 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginArguing About CommunicationVicky and Joe have a 15-minute argument about who bears the responsibility for communication. Is it up to me to make myself understood, or you to understand? Tune in to find out who was right (Vicky) and who was wrong (Joe) and why. You'll also get the latest on Joe's progress through Wheel of Time, and why Anne Brontë was an absolute badass of a woman who was well ahead of her time and deserved all the good things.   Key Takeaways: [3:30] Can you tell whether a man or a woman writes a book? ...2020-05-0826 minThe Calm Podcast with Emily FraserThe Calm Podcast with Emily Fraser18. Positive Psychology, Resilience and Toxic MasculinityChristopher Primeau and Jordan Remple talk about their work with the non-profit "Impact Society." They get real and vulnerable with personal stories about incarceration, mental illness and addictions. We talk about the crisis in boys, the importance of self-worth and the impact a positive mentor can have on the trajectory of someone's life. Check out their new podcast "Talking Impact" for resources about improving mental well-being and empowering youth to live from their strengths.chris.primeau@impactsociety.comhttps://impactsociety.com/@thecalmpodcastemily@thecalmpodcast.com2020-04-2756 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginWrath Leads to the Dark SideJoin Vicky and Joe in another lockdown episode – and discover what colour they dyed Joe's hair, why they had to wrestle Picard the TinySheep to the ground, and what they're growing in the garden. Also, discover how Vicky twists wrath into a deadly sin of writing. Find out why it's important to "let it go", how to deal with other people's anger, and how you can use anger to your advantage when you're writing your book.   Key Takeaways: [1:00] Vicky is...very hungry. [3:40] Joe has bright orange hair because he isn’t leavi...2020-04-2431 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginGreed – You Own Everything!Bleached hair, ukuleles, dwarvish fighting bread, a meltdown over yeast, friends on Zoom, and the realisation that Vicky has been Doing Too Much: tune in this week for the Quarantine Chronicles. And eventually some actual book-writing advice based loosely on the 7 Deadly Sins. This week, Joe and Vicky talk about greed: how it manifests in writing, the problems it causes, and what to focus on so you can win the long game. Stay kind out there.   Key Takeaways: [1:00] Joe has weird hair.  [3:15] Joe is STILL reading Robert Jordan. [4:05] Vicky be...2020-04-1732 minYour Smile Makes Flowers BloomYour Smile Makes Flowers BloomAlyssa Dixon: Unpacking Social and Emotional LearningAlyssa is a Grade 4/5 teacher in Surrey, British Columbia. She is passionate about education and teaching Social and Emotional skills to her students and other educators.  Alyssa is currently working on a masters degree from Simon Fraser University in the area of Imaginative Education. She has also taught in Thailand and England!  Join us today as we unpack different components of this important topic. 2020-04-0730 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginLusty Books [the 7 Deadly Sins of Writing a Book]Join your hosts for discussions of Joe's (not) receding hairline, quarantine shenanigans, a discussion of the books they're currently reading and a Netflix binge recommendation. Oh, and also find out how Vicky twisted the deadly sin of lust into something that's relevant to writing your book. There are actual words of wisdom in this one if you can bear to stick around long enough to hear them...   Key Takeaways: [2:25] What have Vicky and Joe been doing during the quarantine?  [5:25] Since Joe’s BJJ classes are cancelled, he’s being forced to do con...2020-04-0326 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginCoronapocalypse NowVicky and Joe take a break from the usual format to discuss the frankly freaking weird and scary times we're living in – and decide Vicky's job is to bring a little levity to things (without making light of actual awfulness of course). Tune in and find out how working from home together is going, why they don't need to panic-buy toilet roll or vegan food, and how they're getting people together and making them uncomfortable using technology.   Key Takeaways: [2:50] Vicky really likes to touch her face. [3:50] A lot of businesses aren’t goi...2020-03-2730 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginNot Today Satan! Sloth [7 Deadly Sins]Vicky's arms look like Popeye has had a fight with a bulldozer and once again, she's wearing an emergency hat. That takes longer than it should. When she and Joe finally get to the point, you'll discover how sloth can prevent you from writing your book, why it's not your fault, and 3 cool things you can do to make sure you get started. Note: if you're listening to this with your kids, you may end up explaining long words to them that make you feel uncomfortable. Blame Joe.   Key Takeaways: [3:10] Vicky is in a...2020-03-2039 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginHow Gluttony Can Scupper Your Book [7 Deadly Sins]Vicky and Joe huddle under a blanket at 7.30 am. If you listen carefully you'll even hear birds tweeting in the background. It's all very idyllic and kind of cold. In this episode, your hosts talk books – and specifically, how the deadly sin of gluttony can scupper your Big Book Adventure. It's not as tortured a metaphor as you might think, despite Joe's scepticism. Tune in for top book-writing tips and excitement about sloths.   Key Takeaways: [4:45] How does gluttony relate to your book writing efforts? [5:15] Too much talking and not enough doing!  2020-03-0620 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginStay Humble? Knobs to that... [7 Deadly Sins]This week, Vicky looks too awful for a video and Joe's eye is threatening to ooze over the entire world. They are too proud to show their faces, which is somewhat ironic when you consider that this episode is all about the second deadly sin of writing a book: pride. Tune in and find out all about the difference between good pride and bad pride, and how bad pride will scupper you and your book. You have been warned. Also, tune in for a word from Executive Producer Noodle Doodle.   Key Takeaways: [3:05] Vicky w...2020-02-2832 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginThe Problem With Invidia [7 Deadly Sins of Writing a Book]Vicky and Joe get all etymological on you and fling three cool words in your direction. Can you use them all in a sentence this week? One of those words is "mudita" – which is something you want to cultivate if you want to write a great book (and live a happier life). This is also the start of another interminable series: the 7 Deadly Sins of Writing a Book. Brace yourselves...   Key Takeaways: [3:30] Joe is still reading The Wheel of Time and he’s feeling guilty he’s still on it.  [7:50] Let’s talk abo...2020-02-2131 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginLessons From My Book LaunchThis week, Vicky tries and fails to avoid Joe's extreme garlic breath, then explains why snooker is a great antidote to Stephen King. After some discussion of daffodils, they get to the point: Vicky's recent book launch and the lessons learned. And there are plenty of them. Tune in to find out what they did right, what they did wrong, and what they're going to do next time...   Key Takeaways: [2:30] Vicky and Joe are on a mission to watch every single episode of Star Trek.  [6:45] Vicky has just launched her new bo...2020-02-1429 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the Margin15 Reasons to Write a BookVicky and Joe fail to do anything special for their 200th podcast episode, except be staggered that they've recorded so many. In this episode, there is a single posh candle, Joe has a bad hair day, and Vicky has just had a photoshoot. They also go through 15 fab reasons to write your book in 2020. Plus an extra bonus reason. Happy listening!   Key Takeaways: [2:30] The big 200!!! Vicky and Joe have a candle to celebrate.  [6:45] Ever thought about writing a book?  [7:15] First reason: To be a better writer. [9:20] It’s har...2020-01-3127 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginBeing Interested In EverythingJoe does a very passable impression of a Klingon and Vicky marvels at the fact they've been married for TEN YEARS without any frying pan incidents. This week, they go off on some impressive tangents while explaining why tangents are brilliant and you should be fascinated by everything. Including eavesdropping, Titivillus, philately, Japanese, and Dungeons & Dragons. Tune in to discover how you can never run out of things to write about again.   Key Takeaways: [3:00] Joe recently finished The Fifth Season book.  [4:00] Vicky is currently reading Early Riser by Jasper Fforde.  ...2019-11-2237 minNotes in the MarginNotes in the MarginHow To Outline Your Business Book Lightning-FastThis week, Vicky is having such a bad hair day that she's wearing a bobble hat – but at least there's less spluttering. She and Joe talk about the books they're currently reading, then dive into why writing an outline isn't as miserable as your teachers made it seem, and how to do it in such a way that writing your book becomes a dream. Or, much easier and quicker, at least. Tune in to find out how you could cut your writing time by a third or more. Key Takeaways: [2:10] Joe is currently reading The Wh...2019-11-1531 minNighttimeNighttimeJerome, the Mystery Man of Sandy Cove (with Fraser Mooney Jr.)Sandy Cove, Nova Scotia, 1863 As far back as recorded history can take us, we see the inhabitants of the land presently called Nova Scotia maintaining a strong connection to the waters that surround them. Forestry, Fishing, Tourism, and recreation. The Atlantic’s waves crash against all aspects of our lives. it’s not a surprise that the Atlantic Ocean also plays a role in many of Nova Scotia's most enduring mysteries. In this this episode, our story involves mysterious strangers arriving to Nova Scotia’s shores by way of the Atlantic Ocean...2019-10-2556 minMonkey Sword FightMonkey Sword FightEpisode #69 What Is A Thicc King? Ft Stephen ToshWith Mike away this week, Jordan and Andy catch up with Dundee hurricanes legend, Stephen Tosh. The guys discuss topics such as The Dundee Hurricanes Stag-Do, Stosh’s best and worst Hurricane moments, How to wreck a Go-cart, do folk still buy Blu-rays, and there is a Patreon/Tee-shirt update. Including Sports, Braw Or Naw, & Watching/Listening This Week. If you want to become a Patreon Sponsor and gain access to EXTRA content each week, you can join up here: https://www.patreon.com/MonkeySwordFight If you wouldn’t mind subscribing to the show o...2019-03-191h 34Game Shows, I SupposeGame Shows, I SupposeWild Animal Games w/ Alex PtakPod Damn Americahttps://www.patreon.com/poddamnamericaBallin Out Superhttps://www.patreon.com/bospod/posts@PtakJokes (Twitter)https://twitter.com/ptakjokesSpotify – Stand Up (Cry Havoc!)https://open.spotify.com/album/5DTlJ8yhDrV0CAi68nOfRHSpace Trashhttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2086677836/space-trash-a-sci-fi-comedy-short-filmhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-oYizxYBawSOURCES:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Woody_Fraserhttps://gameshows.fandom.com/wiki/Wild_Animal_Gameshttps://en...2019-03-131h 46Game Shows, I SupposeGame Shows, I SupposeWild Animal Games w/ Alex PtakPod Damn Americahttps://www.patreon.com/poddamnamericaBallin Out Superhttps://www.patreon.com/bospod/posts@PtakJokes (Twitter)https://twitter.com/ptakjokesSpotify – Stand Up (Cry Havoc!)https://open.spotify.com/album/5DTlJ8yhDrV0CAi68nOfRHSpace Trashhttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2086677836/space-trash-a-sci-fi-comedy-short-filmhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-oYizxYBawSOURCES:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Woody_Fraserhttps://gameshows.fandom.com/wiki/Wild_Animal_Gameshttps://en...2019-03-131h 46Tea With AliceTea With AliceTiff Stevenson - Teeth and ConflictCastTiff Stevenson sits in her house in London over NO TEA and talks to Alice about Teeth, Peace Forums, malicious misinterpretation, victorian manners, social consent and Jordan Peterson. Find Tiff online at @tiffstevenson Alice is @aliterative2018-06-0652 minFilm MavericksFilm MavericksEp. 56: Gear Series: Lumix GH5s: An Interview with Matt FraserThis week, we are bringing back the gear series! While we were at WPPI, we got a chance to sit down with Panasonic's training field manager, Matt Fraser, to talk about the greatest low light monster from Panasonic: the GH5s! Don't miss out on this super informative episode!2018-03-0600 minThe Curator PodcastThe Curator PodcastS2: 22 - Jordan Pundik from New Found Glory Talks About The Band's 20th Anniversary, Their New Album and MoreWhat’s there left to say to Jordan Pundik? What is there left to say about New Found Glory? What is there left to even ask those guys?It’s hard to find the words to talk about seminal bands sometimes. 20 years is a long time to be making music, and it’s remarkable when you realise that Jordan is still in his 30s. They’re a band who has literally seen and done it all. They’ve taken their music to the greatest heights, and achieved things most artists can only dream of.Yet...2017-10-1900 minTravellers YarnTravellers YarnA Glass Hammer; with Dan Ronayne from the United KingdomToday I chat with Dan from a small village near London. We chat food, work, travel and growing up in the UK. Dan has an upper class feel to him so I tease him for being a snob. I think he's a nice guy, however you can just listen and decide for yourself. 2017-04-1955 minTravellers YarnTravellers YarnGoogle's Top 10 Travel Questions Answered in a BarThis week I'm delaying the start of my British theme by discussing the top 10 questions asked of travellers on Google as found on my Google search of "Top 10 Traveller Questions."I'm discussing these questions with Sam from the United States who I interviewed during my Double Shot USA episodes. We discuss these questions in a bar over a drink and really delve into what it means to travel and identify as a traveller. 2017-04-1043 minTravellers YarnTravellers YarnA Day in Japan with Jordan FraserToday I spend a day in the often forgotten Japanese City of Fukuoka. I walk around the docklands mostly and share my thoughts about my surroundings, and my thoughts about various experiences I've had across several parts of Asia. 2017-03-2722 minTravellers YarnTravellers YarnDon't Judge a Religion by it's Nationality; with Yadan Sun from ChinaToday I chat with Yadan Sun again from China. She featured on the episode titled 'On China' which was an episode about China itself rather than a traditional interview about life. Yadan talks about her life growing up in a small village in Northern China. We talk about the factory that supplied all the jobs, where her parents had to disappear to for years on end to make money, and the surprise religion that is followed by roughly half the village back home..2017-03-2043 minTravellers YarnTravellers YarnJamming with a Master; My Recording Session with YuliaThis is the jam session where Yulia from the last episode and I rock out with the violin and a table and try to figure out the song she will use to seduce her future band from wherever they are in the world. We just play, work through the kinks and she improvises until we create something amazing. 2017-03-1230 minTravellers YarnTravellers YarnThe Long Road to Success; with Yulia Simonova from RussiaThis episode has me both interviewing and jamming with a Russian super-violinist with many years of study and experience. Yulia is looking to create a band from people anywhere in the world and we use this episode to hopefully find that person! We also chat about Russia, her childhood and the long, long road to playing in orchestras and shows all over the world. 2017-03-1238 minTravellers YarnTravellers YarnKill More, Bleed Less; with Fnu Agari from MongoliaToday I speak with Ji (Fnu Agari) from Mongolia. Ji was raised on his family farm, one of the many farms around the country entrusted to it's citizens by the nation itself. Mongolia is the final remnant of the way the majority of Asia use to be. Farmland as far as the eye can see, with ownership borders only placed in recent years. Mongolia is a country eating and living in fresher ways than most, and killing its livestock in the most unique and bloodless ways..2017-03-0550 minTravellers YarnTravellers YarnTonight, I'll be your Naughty Girl; with Naomi Allsop from the United KingdomToday I chat with Naomi from the UK. We talk about her life and growing up in the UK and what it means to be British. We also chat about her impression of China and the Chinese, and whether she'd continue living here beyond the time she's committed. She's brutally honest and it gets a bit inappropriate, but Naomi in my mind is a fun and real representative of the Queens country who will surprise you. 2017-02-2651 minTravellers YarnTravellers YarnLittle Colourful Books; with Li Jie from ChinaToday I chat with Li Jie who goes by Jane in English. We discuss China and its checkered past, her own career, her future and what her parents expect of her. While talking about the past we discuss the tyranical Mao who governed China with his 'little red book' and the other books that rule the lives of young Chinese even today. 2017-02-1953 minTravellers YarnTravellers YarnOn China; with Feifeng Liu and Yadan SanToday I discuss China with Feifeng Liu, a citizen of Chinas large cities and Yadan San from a small Chinese village. We talk the good and the bad ranging from positive traditions and values passed down from older generations, to the Chinese internet firewall and how it all affects Chinas recent opening to the world. 2017-02-1232 minTravellers YarnTravellers YarnA House of Cards; with Alexis Fischer & Trevor Hansen from the United StatesThis is our second and final week in the United States before heading for China. Today I interview Alexis Fischer and Trevor Hansen. Alexis is a dancer who performs in musicals around the world and Trevor is a diver working for oil rigs and in other capasities. We talk about America, travel, food, politics and much more. 2017-02-0537 minTravellers YarnTravellers YarnS01 Update: A Quest for Knowledge, for Ice-cream and for SoundIn this update I journey to an obscure district of Shanghai in search of a new microphone, and I introduce you to the upcoming focus of the podcast. 2017-01-2916 minTravellers YarnTravellers YarnThe Music of the Night; with Sam Gagliardi from the United StatesToday marks the beginning of our USA Double Shot as this week and next I interview Americans and we discuss life, travel and what matters to the United States. Today I chat with Sam Gagliardi, a young singer from a small town who grew from a child with a speech disorder into a professional world touring singer. We discuss life and travel and what it means to accept a culture with a grain of salt. 2017-01-2646 min