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Don't Change MuchFrom Rage to Relief: How to Pause Before You ExplodeA lot of men aren’t “angry guys.” They’re overwhelmed, disconnected, and running out of space to breathe, and it’s catching up with them. In this episode of the Don’t Change Much Podcast, Gene Bernier, CTO & Don’t Change Much Producer at CMHF, joins hosts Trevor Botkin and Mike Cameron on camera for an honest conversation about anger, men’s mental health, and why reacting isn’t the same thing as responding. Together, they break down how anger shows up in the body, why it’s often the only emotion men were taught to recognize, and how t...
2025-12-2333 min
Don't Change MuchHow Men Are Healing: Shame, Hope, and the Hard Work of ChangeWhat happens when two men sit down, drop the armour, and tell the truth about who they really are? On this episode of the Don’t Change Much Podcast, we introduce our new co-hosts, Mike Cameron and Trevor Botkin—two guys who have lived through rock bottom, rebuilt their lives, and are still doing the work every day. They share the same mission: help men close the gap between who they are and who they want to be. In this raw and hopeful conversation, Mike and Trevor unpack what healing actually looks like for men—naviga...
2025-12-0936 min
Don't Change MuchFrom Breaking Point to Brotherhood in the Trades: Men Confront Suicide, Survival & HopeFor many men in the trades, work is more than a job; it’s an identity. But the weight of long hours, money stress, and pressure to “be strong” can become overwhelming, with devastating consequences. In this raw and deeply human episode, host Buzz Bishop sits down with Trevor Botkin (The FORGE), Andrew Perez (Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention), and two men - Mitch Orton and Rob Saloman - who lost a brother or son who worked in the trades. Together, they break the silence around pressure, identity, and the weight of “being the tough guy.”...
2025-09-1041 min
People First RadioTrevor Botkin drawing on experiences in recovery to bring peer support to constructionTrevor Botkin is drawing from his experiences in recovery to bring peer support to the world of construction. Botkin works with the Construction Foundation of British Columbia (CFBC) is involved in a project called The Forge, which is in the midst of transforming an old biker clubhouse in Langford into a support space for people […]
2025-08-1139 minPeople First RadioTrevor Botkin drawing on experiences in recovery to bring peer support to constructionTrevor Botkin is drawing from his experiences in recovery to bring peer support to the world of construction. Botkin works with the Construction Foundation of British Columbia (CFBC) is involved in a project called The Forge, which is in the midst of transforming an old biker clubhouse in Langford into a support space for people […]
2025-08-1139 minPeople First Radio - Full EpisodesPeople First Radio August 7, 2025Trevor Botkin shares his experience of recovery and talks about The Forge, an initiative that aims to bring peer support to the world of construction. Botkin is among those working to turn an old biker clubhouse in Langford into a physical space for The Forge. Part two of a conversation with Cindy Blancher who shares […]
2025-08-0857 min
Off The Clock Toolbox TalkThe New PPESeason 4, Episode 3In this episode, construction safety officer and carpenter C. Michael Kinsella, shares how he owes his whole life to his Red Seal.When school wasn’t working out so well in junior high, Michael went straight into construction at the ripe old age of 14. He loved it. After an overdose at 16, Michael found a father figure in the industry and formed a chosen "family" of mentors around him. He and co-host Trevor Botkin discuss the value of these bonds that are formed on work sites. Trevor and Michael go on to discuss...
2024-11-0432 minOff The Clock Toolbox TalkSuperintendent SummitSuperintendent Summit features in-depth discussion about how to lead work sites in a day where all our crews are affected by mental health and overdose (drug poisoning). From their own experiences, Superintendents Duncan Jordan and Trevor Botkin together with CSO Shane Sewell discuss many of the factors that have to be juggled between the demands of the business and the wellness of the crews; both ends have to be balanced to produce profit and have a crew healthy enough to produce the profit. Duncan and Trevor discuss that a super’s job is not to be a psychologist or co...
2024-06-2436 minOff The Clock Toolbox TalkSeason 2 SamplerThe Off the Clock Toolbox Talk Season 2 Sampler serves up select appetizers from Season 2 episodes, combined with house-style transitional music to keep your groove on throughout your day. The Season 2 Sampler features (in order): 1. Kayle’s Story - Kale Moth, Trevor Botkin2. Squishy Meat Bags (I Don’t Have Trauma. You Have Trauma) – Jason White, Jonas Watkins, Sabine Sasakura, Karen Janzen3. Psychedelic Surprise – Mike Mathers, Daniel Snyder4. Shayne’s Story: The Aftershow – Shayne Taylor, Trevor Botkin, Karen Janzen5. Rig Life (And Other Tough Work Sites) – Kale Moth, Trevo...
2024-04-1853 minOff The Clock Toolbox TalkShayne's StoryShayne Taylor, Corporate Director of HSE at The Gisborne Group joins Karen and guest co-host, Trevor Botkin, to talk about his personal experiences with mental health and substance use. Uniquely, Shayne’s adulthood career path fluctuated between the construction trades and psychological care supports in mental health and substance use services, while his own binge drinking, substance use and associated harms carried on for decades. Shayne’s experiences in these two radically different fields ultimately led him to safety work in construction where he’s now a strong advocate for meeting regular people where they’re at, opening the door to...
2024-03-0433 minOff The Clock Toolbox TalkRig Life (and other tough work sites)An expanded part of Kale’s Story, Trevor Botkin and Kale Moth discuss the specifics of working on an oil rig and other tough work sites. Belonging and paychecks pull us in. Identity and pride in hard work keep us there. Kale says, “That much time spent with the same 4 or 5 guys… you’re spending more time with them than your actual family. That group almost becomes your family… You get a full-time job, and a part-time relationship. And you just gotta understand, that’s the way its going to be.” Trevor talks about the guilt he had about his family get...
2023-12-2134 minOff The Clock Toolbox TalkKale's StoryTwenty-five year old Kale Moth tells his story of being swept away by life on an oil rig at the ripe old age of 18. With guest co-host Trevor Botkin, Kale explores what he thought it meant to be a man, and how his commitment to self and family rapidly deteriorated with the introduction of harder drugs that can be commonplace in the oil and gas industry. Kale's deterioration led to loss of employment, and eventually loss of housing. In 2018 Kale remembers sitting in the McDonald's he frequented for free wifi, and getting the shocking news that his c...
2023-11-2137 minOff The Clock Toolbox TalkTrevor's StoryTrevor Botkin tells his story of recovering out loud from the superintendent's office to using alone in a basement. We start our conversation discussing what, if any, of the various initiatives addressing substance use in the trades, would have made a difference to Trevor at the height his unregulated drug use. Trevor shares his mindset: his fear of being uncovered as an imposter, feeling defeat, lack of hope, and fearing the catastrophic loss of respect that was his only reason for being. Trevor hopes that frank conversations like Off the Clock Toolbox Talk will help other men in the...
2023-07-2841 min
Comfortably Un-NumbTrevor's StoryIn today's episode, Blake speaks with Trevor Botkin, the gregarious Executive Director of Hero Works Victoria as Trevor tells his inspiring story of recovery. Trevor is one who knows first hand how hard it is to reach out for help when working in the trades where personal problems aren't discussed and substance use is part of the culture. Hopefully his story today inspires others in the trades to reach out for help.
2023-06-151h 09
Comfortably Un-NumbTrevor's StoryIn today's episode, Blake speaks with Trevor Botkin, the gregarious Executive Director of Hero Works Victoria as Trevor tells his inspiring story of recovery. Trevor is one who knows first hand how hard it is to reach out for help when working in the trades where personal problems aren't discussed and substance use is part of the culture. Hopefully his story today inspires others in the trades to reach out for help.
2023-06-121h 09
Business NinjasGet Inside of Digital Transformation at the Local and Global Level | Business Ninjas: WriteForMe, International Data Center Authority, SmartNations Foundation, and CorporateConnections CanadaJoin our resident Business Ninja Andy in this very special podcast with two guest speakers, Bruce Armstrong Taylor, who is the Board Director and Sustainability Councillor for the International Data Center Authority and of SmartNations Foundation, along with Trevor Botkin, the National Director and Owner of CorporateConnections Canada, as they talk about the importance of building and fostering communities when future technologies are moving society towards a more globalized space using 21st Century digital technologies and systems around the world for a better world, of how we can establish, streamline, structure, educate and give direction to the information technology i...
2023-01-2334 min
Move The ChainsEPISODE 13 | Stop Overdose Part 2: Ending the StigmaThe 2nd part of our special Move The Chains: Stop Overdose episodes continue to tackle the important conversations that need to be had about the toxic drug crisis in BC and the continued stigma around drug addiction. Trevor Botkin, Executive Director of HeroWork Victoria , joins host Matt Baker and alumni J.R. LaRose & Sean Millington for this important conversation.
Listener discretion: Contains subjects that listeners might find triggering (including suicide).
2022-07-1239 min
Weekend Mornings with Raji SohalSunday Podcast w/ Guest Host Stirling Faux January 16thOn today's show:
Drug-poisoning prevention services for construction workersGuest: Trevor Botkin - Executive director and project manager, HeroWork Victoria and has struggled with substance abuse
Canadians, Hockey Fans Agree on Banning Head ShotsGuest: Mario Canseco - President, Research Co
Applications are open for the COVID-19 Closure Relief GrantGuest: Ravi Kahlon - Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation
2022-01-1631 min
Canadian Job Seach PodcastWhat's different about the job market with Trevor BotkinToday's job market is changing; how are companies and leaders adjusting to the change? In this interview, Trevor Botkin gives you insight into what organizations are doing to attract talent? Trevor has extensive management experience in hospitality, technology, and Arts; he understands individuals, CEOs, and organizations' needs, goals, and obstacles. Trevor has a passion for creativity and a gift for storytelling; he likes nothing more than bringing out the best of people and organizations and assisting them in designing dynamic business models and brands that exceed their expectations. In this episode, Trevor shares his...
2021-10-2242 min
Contrast ResultsThe Coach C Podcast with Trevor BotkinTrevor Botkin is the VP of Corporate Connections Canada, he works with leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs across Canada and around the world. Find out what's really going on and some of the tough issues we are facing. Trevor is a genius at connecting people and solving problems.
2020-04-0339 min
Obstacle CourseBreast Cancer, Brazil and Real BeautyWanna join our Skywatch party? December baby.Here's a great resource to help with your breast self examination.Here's another great resource about the importance of Prostate exams.Andrew's right. Death is super inconvenient. Do the exams people.Alyne is our first Brazilian guest! John trying to learn to speak Portuguese on command was adorably awkward.It was refreshing to hear Alyne talk about her love for Canada and it reminded us of how lucky we are to be Canadian and live on Vancouver Island!Interested in...
2019-11-2000 minObstacle CourseThe Big Blue House: A Place to Call HomeIntro:Mirror Mirror on the wall, John's obviously the fairest of them all.We're considering taking Obstacle Course to YouTube. Thoughts?Would you say the same things to others that you say to yourself?Do you have the mind flu? Take action!In his Episode, Andrew opened up about his struggle with self worth. If you haven't listened to it yet, do it!!When the adventure stops, the number goes down!!Justin Noa!! Love ya buddy :)Andrew owes John at least $20. As of...
2019-11-0600 min
Building The Future Show - Radio / TV / PodcastLive at the MEAs with Trevor BotkinMy job is to elevate the lives and potential of those whom I am lucky enough to be around. I actively seek out challenges that make me and my company better and which, in some way, make the world a better place to live.
Luckyhammers is an independent game & interactive studio located in Montreal, Canada. Originally named Fidel and founded in 2004, the studio joined the Stolo holding family and re-branded as Luckyhammers Entertainment. Composed of gaming and entertainment industry veterans, our team has collectively delivered or played key roles on some of the most well-known and successful game franchises of...
2018-02-1304 min
Building The Future Show - Radio / TV / PodcastLive at the MEAs with Trevor BotkinMy job is to elevate the lives and potential of those whom I am lucky enough to be around. I actively seek out challenges that make me and my company better and which, in some way, make the world a better place to live.
Luckyhammers is an independent game & interactive studio located in Montreal, Canada. Originally named Fidel and founded in 2004, the studio joined the Stolo holding family and re-branded as Luckyhammers Entertainment. Composed of gaming and entertainment industry veterans, our team has collectively delivered or played key roles on some of the most well-known and successful game franchises of...
2018-02-1304 min