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The Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #194: Nick EvansMark sits down with his first guest in the new studio! Nick Evans is the head of production at one of Canada's premier brewer's yeast manufacturer's and Mark's good buddy.2024-08-281h 05The Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #119: Music ProductionMark explores the wide world of music production, from producers to studio recording experiences.2023-03-2233 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #118: Everything Everywhere All at OnceMark delves deep into the multi-Oscar winning 2022 film, Everything Everywhere All at Once.2023-03-1536 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #117: Spring GardeningMark chats about his love for gardening and some tips and trick for this year's planting season.2023-03-0830 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #116: HomebrewingMark delves into the wide world of home brewing beer, and other fermentables.2023-03-0133 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #115: East Palestine Train DisasterMark examines the tragedy of the East Palestine train derailment disaster.2023-02-2229 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #114: CoffeeMark delves into the wide world of the coffee bean.2023-02-1531 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #113: Trailer Park BoysMark discusses one of his all-time favourite shows, the Canadian classic, Trailer Park Boys.2023-02-0833 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #112: ConservationismMark delves into many perspectives on the idea of Conservationism; hunting, fishing and outdoorsmanship.2023-02-0131 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #111: Julian PetelyckyJulian is one of Mark's good friends and the first guest on location in the Ottawa Valley.2023-01-251h 14The Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #110: The Last WaltzMark delves into the 1978, Martin Scorsese directed concert film, The Last Waltz.2023-01-1830 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #109: Live MusicMark discusses his love for live music and the importance of live performance in life.2023-01-1134 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #108: Sports InjuriesMark discusses the dark side of sports injuries, from his own experiences to the gladiatorial nature of professional sports.2023-01-0431 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #107: TravelMark discusses the impact of travel on society and his own personal experiences.2022-12-2834 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #106: Bigmark's Christmas SpectacularMark celebrates the holidays and takes a journey into the mythology of Christmas.2022-12-2131 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #105: Alternative HistoryMark discusses an alternative history of human civilization as proposed by Graham Hancock & Randall Carlson.2022-12-1430 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #104: Flight 571Mark chats about the events of the crash of Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571.2022-12-0744 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #103: FriendshipMark discusses the beauties and pitfalls of friendships.2022-11-3033 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #102: 2008 Hamilton HurricanesMark reminisces about his time with the 2008 Hamilton Hurricanes football team.2022-11-2335 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #101: Julian PetelyckyJulian is one of Mark's good friends and the first guest in the new studio.2022-11-161h 26The Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #100: Episode 100!The 100th episode! Mark reminisces about past episodes and ponders about the future of the podcast!2022-11-0929 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #99: MovingMark chats about the joys and sorrows of moving, and the last episode in the original studio.2022-11-0228 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #98: House of the DragonMark examines the first season of the HBO fantasy drama, House of the Dragon.2022-10-2627 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #97: Rings of PowerMark explores the intricate worlds of the American Fantasy series, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.2022-10-1931 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #96: FantasyMark unpacks the imagination of the Fantasy genre, in literature, movies and TV.2022-10-1237 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #94: Projekt 1065Mark delves into the historical fiction novel Projekt 1065, written by Alan Gratz.2022-09-2827 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #93: PsychologyMark delves into the fascinating realm of psychology, and opens up about mental health. 2022-09-2132 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #92: BassMark delves into his love for the bass guitar and what it means to be a bassist.2022-09-1434 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #91: CreativityMark chats about creativity in art and life.2022-09-0731 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #90: Operation PaperclipMark discusses declassified US intelligence program, Operation Paperclip. Which brought German scientists to America after World War 2.2022-08-3130 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #89: BeerMark dive into the history and culture of one of the world's oldest drinks, Beer.2022-08-2428 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #88: LostMark dives into the 2004 hit TV drama, Lost.2022-08-1736 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #87: The Nike StoryMark tells the story of Nike and how they shaped sneakerhead subculture.2022-08-1032 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #86: The Tragically HipMark dives into the career of the Canadian rock band The Tragically Hip, and untimely death of their enigmatic lead singer Gord Downie.2022-08-0331 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #85: Sound CityMark examines the 2013 documentary Sound City, directed by Dave Grohl.2022-07-2739 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #84: AlexisonfireMark delves into the history of one his biggest musical influences, Canadian post-hardcore band Alexisonfire.2022-07-2033 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #83: GardeningMark goes deep (under the soil) on his love of gardening indoor and out!2022-07-1332 min
The Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #81: Stranger ThingsMark discusses the American TV series Stranger Things, and the phenomenon that's sweeping the streaming world.2022-06-2936 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #78: TimeMark expands on the idea of time, and rants about life.2022-06-0839 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #76: Brendan Schaub & Bobby LeeMark examines the in's and out's of the recent Bobby Lee and Brendan Schaub controversy.2022-05-2533 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #75: Winning TimeMark gets into the new American sports drama television series Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty, and the real life story of the 1980's LA Lakers.2022-05-1834 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #74: The BatmanMark goes deep on his love for comic book movies and the new Matt Reeves film, The Batman.2022-05-1132 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #73: PainFrom the physical to the emotional, Mark opens up about types of pain.2022-05-0436 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #72: Anthony BourdainMark explores the life and times of the original rockstar chef, Anthony Bourdain.2022-04-2729 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #71: FreemasonryMark dives into the not-so-secret world of The Freemasons.2022-04-2042 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #70: Area 51Mark goes deep on the history of Area 51.2022-04-1338 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #69: Alice in ChainsMark dives into the story of Alice in Chains and the 20th anniversary of the untimely death of Layne Staley.2022-04-0629 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #68: The Death of Kurt CobainMark takes a serious look at the circumstances surrounding the death of Kurt Cobain, as outlined in the 2015 film Soaked in Bleach.2022-03-3044 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #67: Pearl JamMark sits down and chats about one of the most significant acts to come out of the 90's Grunge explosion, and one of his favourite bands; Pearl Jam.2022-03-2155 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #66: Parks and RecMark opens up about the importance of TV in this day and age by examining the 2009 American sitcom Parks and Recreation.2022-03-1641 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #65: Wild Wild CountryMark explores the story of the Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh as told in the 2018 documentary Wild Wild Country.2022-03-091h 08The Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #64: Jim & AndyMark explores the fascinating 2017 documentary Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond, which focuses on Jim Carrey's method approach to playing Andy Kaufman.2022-03-0239 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #63: SuccessionMark examines the 2018 HBO comedy-drama series Succession.2022-02-2336 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #62: David GogginsMark delves into the story David Goggins as told in his 2018 memoir Can't Hurt Me.2022-02-1635 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #60: The History HyenasMark cracks open and cleans out the story of the History Hyenas podcast, hosted by Yannis Pappas and Chris Distefano.2022-02-0240 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #59: The Jamaican Bobsled TeamMark explores the stories surrounding the 1993 film Cool Runnings as well as the history of the Jamaican Bobsled Team.2022-01-2639 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #58: It's Always Sunny in PhiladelphiaMark chats about his love the American sitcom It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia that originally aired in 2005.2022-01-1941 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #57: PokémonMark discusses the phenomena of Pokémon and it's major impacts on international culture.2022-01-1239 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #56: The Big LebowskiMark chats about The Big Lebowski; a 1998 black comedy crime film written, produced, and directed by Joel and Ethan Coen.2022-01-0534 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #55: Vinyl RecordsMark chats about his love for vinyl records and analog sound, and talks about some of his favourite records.2021-12-2933 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #54: Folk MusicMark explores the world of folk music and the awesome documentary film Another Day/Another Time.2021-12-2232 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #53: Harry PotterMark dives into the magical world of witchcraft and wizardry and the story of the Harry Potter book and film series.2021-12-1549 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #52: The Hamilton Tiger-CatsMark dives into the history of his hometown CFL team The Hamilton Tiger-Cats.2021-12-0842 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #51: Bill HicksMark takes us through the story of comedian philosopher Bill Hicks.2021-12-0144 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #50: 2012 London BeefeatersMark takes us through his season playing for the 2012 OFC Champions London Beefeaters football team.2021-11-241h 04The Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #49: Joey DiazMark dives into the wild and weird story of Joey "Co-Co" Diaz.2021-11-1740 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #48: "Sober" October II RecapMark recaps his "Sober" October journey.2021-11-1033 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #46: Bigmark Speaks IISettle in with Mark and chat about life as he sees it.2021-10-2733 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #45: Mark's Music SagaMark opens up about his experiences playing in a band. From dealing with Covid to choosing a name, we cover it all.2021-10-2032 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #44: "Sober" October UpdateMark goes off the rails a little while updating this year's "Sober" October journey.2021-10-1336 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #42: Sober October IIMark prepares for a fitness and health packed Sober October 2021.2021-09-2933 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #41: The Seven FiveMark delves into the documentary The Seven Five and all the philosophical ideas represented in the film.2021-09-2249 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #40: The Baked ChefMark reveals his lifelong passion for the world of baking and cuisine.2021-09-1543 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #39: The 2006 International Children's GamesMark sits down and chats about his experiences as a participant in the 2006 International Children's Games in Bangkok, Thailand.2021-09-0853 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #38: The SopranosMark explores the deeper layers of the HBO classic, The Sopranos.2021-09-0140 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #37: Pro WrestlingFrom the whacky world of The Golden Age of wrestling to the Attitude Era of the 90's, Mark dives into the world of Pro Wrestling.2021-08-2541 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #36: Stand-Up ComedyMark explores the world of Stand-Up Comedy.2021-08-1838 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #35: Kenny vs SpennyMark delves into one of his childhood comedy influences, the 2003 television show Kenny vs Spenny.2021-08-1137 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #34: 2020 Tokyo OlympicsMark opens up about his feelings on the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.2021-08-0434 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #33: Magic & BirdMark dives into the story of Magic Johnson & Larry Bird.2021-07-2850 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #32: Christian Aubin & Jack WilliamsChristian Aubin and Jack Williams join Mark to catch up on life as and artist today and much more. 2021-07-211h 19The Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #31: Bigmark SpeaksMark sits down and opens up about life.2021-07-1437 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #30: Dolphins, Float Tanks, and John LillyMark delves into the wild world of John C Lilly and his 1965 dolphin experiments.2021-07-0759 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #29: Three Identical StrangersMark dives into the fascinating story of the documentary Three Identical Strangers.2021-06-3040 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #28: SteroidsMark talks about steroids in sport and society.2021-06-2356 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #27: Simulation TheoryMark unplugs from the matrix and discusses Simulation Theory.2021-06-161h 00The Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #26: YogaMark opens up about his yoga practice.2021-06-0934 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #25: Tim's VermeerMark gets down with the 2013 documentary Tim's Vermeer.2021-06-0254 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #22: Fleetwood Mac; RumorsMark explores the history behind the recording of Fleetwood Mac's album Rumors.2021-05-1249 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #21: Zach AngusZach Angus is one of Mark's oldest friends and a teacher living in Nassau, Bahamas.2021-05-051h 13The Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #20: MicrodosingMark explores the world of microdosing psychedelics.2021-04-2832 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #18: The Snyder CutMark dives deep into the new Justice League film cut by Zack Snyder.2021-04-141h 01The Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #16: Wim Hof MeditationMark updates his meditation journey and shares his experience with the Wim Hof breathing method. Featuring Jack Williams and Christian Aubin.2021-03-3146 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #14: Superman LivesMark leaps into the ill-fated world of Tim Burton's Superman Lives, starring Nicolas Cage.2021-03-1737 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #12: 1992 Lithuanian National Basketball TeamMark explores the captivating story of the 1992 Lithuanian National Basketball Team.2021-03-0337 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #9: PsychedelicsMark dives deep into the world of psychedelics.2021-02-1045 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #7: Mark's Meditation JourneyJoin Mark as he dives into the world of Meditation! 2021-01-2732 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #5: Zach AngusJoin us this week as Mark catches up with former student-athlete Zach Angus.
Zach played basketball for the University of Guelph and is currently a teacher in Nassau, Bahamas!2021-01-131h 51The Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast #3: Sober October RecapMark recaps his journey through this year's Sober October. 2020-12-3037 minThe Bigmark PodcastThe Bigmark Podcast: Who is Mark?Whether you're new to the podcast or a faithful follower, this episode will give you a little more background on our host Mark Korczynski. From growing up in Hamilton, Ontario, to playing football at the University of Western Ontario, to dedicating his life to music and much more. 2020-12-2327 min