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Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #99 - Glenys MarshallJoin Oliver as he chills with actor, comedian, dancer, musician, singer and all-around creative dynamo Glenys Marshall! A captivating individual and master of improv, Glenys also has a deep appreciation for collaboration and fostering inclusive communities within the arts. Earlier this year she began co-producing a very successful local variety show called 'Small Fish', which aims to promote a welcoming environment while highlighting performers from marginalized groups within society.
After performing on many of the same musical comedy shows, Glenys and Oliver finally got to sit down and podcast together! Early on in the chat, they reflect...2023-07-231h 26
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #98 - Peter Andrew LusztykJoin Oliver as he chills with phenomenal photographer (and old friend) Peter Andrew Lusztyk! A true visionary and innovative artist, Peter's work has been featured in many notable publications like Esquire, National Geographic and Wired Magazine (among others). You may have spotted his work adorning the sets of televisions shows like 'Suits' or the Matt Damon film 'Downsizing'. With new projects always on the rise, this award-winning shutterbug's career shows no signs of slowing down.
Peter first made his debut on Just Chill all the way back in episode 14, so there was plenty to catch up on...2023-07-071h 47
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #97 - Morgan O. SmithJoin Oliver as he chills with author and former television personality Morgan O. Smith! You may recognize him as 'Mista Mo', one half of the Gemini award-winning comedic duo behind The Comedy Network's 'Buzz'. Since that show's ending in the mid-aughts, Morgan has shifted his focus to a life of growth and enlightenment. In addition to his frequent non-profit work with communities and youth, Morgan has also developed a fascinating meditative process that utilizes binaural beats and brainwave entrainment to reach higher levels of consciousness, clarity and inner peace. He's dubbed this practice 'Yinnergy' and describes it in detail...2023-06-272h 31
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #96 - Jeff LeesonJoin Oliver as he chills with the king of crowd work himself, comedian Jeff Leeson! His remarkable performances combine long-form improv and major audience interaction, creating hilariously unique shows every time that he's on stage. Jeff has two specials on Amazon Prime, a Dry Bar Comedy special and a new special on YouTube titled 'I'm Sorry I'm Not Kevin Hart'.
The podcast kicks off with Jeff describing what is was like first trying standup in his early teens, and how his mother was such an integral part of his budding comedy career. Oliver then learns about a...2023-06-082h 33
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #95 - Johnny RogersJoin Oliver as he chills with comedian, podcaster, musician and content creator Johnny Rogers! An exceptional host, Johnny always does a fantastic job on his own program (appropriately titled 'The Johnny Rogers Show'). He has interviewed a wide variety of interesting, entertaining and notable individuals, always building a sincere rapport with his guests in the process. His YouTube channel also boasts a ton of other great stuff, including Johnny's full-length rap album 'Undeniably Dope!
Things kick off with talk about collaborative podcasting, which later leads into discussion regarding etiquette and technique as an interviewer. Johnny describes his...2023-05-231h 24
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #94 - Chris CandyJoin Oliver as he chills with actor, comedian, musician and writer Chris Candy! He hosts his own weekly radio show called 'Neüz Pollution' on Los Angeles' KXLU and co-hosts a podcast called 'Bumper 2 Bumper' with filmmaker Rick Darge. In addition to his many talents, he is also the only son of legendary actor John Candy!
Things kick off with talk about the Crackup Comedy Festival here in Ottawa, where Chris was bestowing this year's Candy Awards upon standup comic Big Daddy Tazz and SCTV alumni Robin Duke. Oliver learns about Chris' musical endeavors, as well as h...2023-05-231h 37
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #93 - Glenn Humplik & Phil GirouxJoin Oliver as he chills with two legendary Canadian comedy television personalities! That's right, returning guest Glenn Humplik brought the irreplaceable and charismatic Phil Giroux along with him this time around. As you can imagine...podcasting pandemonium ensued. Fans of The Tom Green Show are sure to adore this spirited hangout!
Things kick off with the guys discussing their recent forays into performing standup comedy. For Glenn it's a brand new experience, while Phil revisits the craft after decades away. The podcast also covers a range of tech topics, including artificial intelligence, cryptocurrency, video games and more...2023-04-041h 52
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #92 - Matty McKechnie (Graven)Join Oliver as he chills with skilled folk-rock singer/songwriter Matty McKechnie! Performing under the artist name 'Graven', he has a put out a whopping 15 major releases to date and also toured Canada three times over. His most recent album 'Simple Complex' is a collection of heartfelt tunes showcasing his beautiful lyricism, which was mixed by Juno Award winner Joel Plaskett! Matty also hosts a podcast called 'Graventown' which radiates with warmth and has featured an array of impressive guests.
This lengthy conversation is tangent-heavy and covers quite a lot of ground! Things start off with Matty...2023-03-202h 31
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #91 - Fiona O’BrienJoin Oliver as he chills with Irish comedian Fiona O'Brien! Since relocating with her family to Canada in 2012, Fiona has been harnessing her craft to become the endlessly entertaining comic that she is today. She has performed at noteworthy events like the Halifax Comedy Festival and had her work featured on networks like CBC and Sirius XM. Fiona's humour has also garnered her a very impressive following on TikTok and her hilarious album 'Magically Malicious' is available now!
This episode kicks off with Fiona describing her experience emigrating to the Great White North, and how that (coupled...2023-02-222h 11
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #90 - Ahren BelisleJoin Oliver as he chills with the extremely talented and exceptionally affable Ahren Belisle! Since first diving into comedy less than a year ago, Ahren has been cracking up audiences with his uniquely hilarious, non-verbal standup performances. Ahren's delightful comedic stylings and positive mindset have garnered him a whopping following on social media, where he consistently posts truly entertaining and heartfelt content.
The conversation starts off with Ahren talking about his youth and how years ago, feelings of anger and frustration had eventually transformed him into a toxic version of himself. He describes his mental health journey...2023-02-0145 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #89 - Dave MerhejeJoin Oliver as he chills with award-winning comedian and burgeoning Hollywood star Dave Merheje! An exceptional standup comic, Dave's work has been featured by CBC, MTV, NBC, Netflix and more. His special 'Good Friend Bad Grammar' won the 2019 JUNO Award for 'Comedy Album of the Year' and he recently released another hysterically funny offering entitled 'I Love You Habibi'. Dave's comedic prowess has also lead to an impressive list of acting accomplishments that continues to grow. In addition to his key supporting part on the Golden Globe-winning series 'Ramy', Dave's first starring role in a feature film just made...2023-01-241h 01
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #88 - Rebecca NoelleJoin Oliver as he chills with award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Rebecca Noelle! As a solo artist, Rebecca has released two outstanding albums, with a third on the way this year. She also lends her astonishing vocals to several killer musical ensembles like 'The Commotions' and 'The Peptides'. Rebecca has performed all over the world, amassing many interesting and thrilling experiences along the way!
Conversation kicks off with talk about Rebecca's involvement in two shows that honour the powerful music of the 007 franchise, 'Bond and Beyond' and 'Decades of Bond'. Oliver learns about Rebecca's jazz roots, and...2023-01-101h 19
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #87 - Bobby Knauff & Andre the AlienJoin Oliver as he chills with quirky comedian and puppeteer Bobby Knauff! With a career in comedy that spans over a decade, Bobby's hilarious standup album 'Rock Bottom' can be found wherever you get your audio enjoyment. Recently, Bobby has taken a felt-friend under his wing after Andre the Alien crash landed in his backyard during the pandemic. Since turning up on Earth, Andre now periodically hosts a live, late night talk show called 'That's Comedy'. He even briefly fills in for Oliver at the beginning of this episode!
This hearty chat covers a lot of ground...2022-12-302h 30
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #86 - Jesse ReynoldsJoin Oliver as he chills with return guest Jesse Reynolds for the premiere episode of season 4! Since his last appearance on the show, Jesse has continued to excel as an actor, comedian and radio host. After his time with the very successful 'Jesse & Jenna's Messy Podcast' finally came to a close, Jesse relocated for an exciting new career opportunity. He is now the co-host of Fresh 104.3 FM's morning show in Kingston, Ontario and has also been featured several times on Global News as an entertainment reporter!
The conversation starts off with Jesse detailing some things that lead...2022-12-142h 04
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #85 - Rory GardinerJoin Oliver as he chills with multitalented marvel Rory Gardiner for the season 3 finale episode! Armed with great comedic timing, killer musical chops and an insatiable drive to perform, Rory's accomplishments within the entertainment industry are copious! With deep roots in country music, Rory is a CCMA nominated artist who has shared the stage with great acts like Keith Urban! He has also channeled his musical skills into both comedy and children's albums, as well as having his original songs and comedy sketches featured numerous times on television.
After being acquaintances for some time now, Rory and...2022-10-181h 09
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #84 - Logan BrownJoin Oliver as he chills with comedian and musician Logan Brown! Bursting onto the comedy scene just over a year ago, Logan has been making huge strides. Crushing in comedy competitions and connecting with audiences, his passion for standup is palpable. He is also an exceptional musician, who has spent years touring and performing alongside his partner in song and romance.
This conversation covers a lot of ground! Logan explains how comedy was was able to pull him out of a very dark place in his life, leading to talk about mental health, sobriety and happiness. Oliver...2022-09-101h 35
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #83 - Troy ConradJoin Oliver as he chills with incredibly skilled photographer and comedian Troy Conrad! A very experienced writer and performer, in more recent years Troy has shifted his focus toward his marvelous career in photography. Working and touring with many of the most popular comedians in the world, Troy captures enchanting images that showcase comics in their element and comedy venues in all their glory.
Things start off with Troy explaining how his exploits in comedy actually lead him to begin taking photography more seriously. Oliver learns that The Comedy Store didn't initially appreciate a shutterbug in their...2022-09-0359 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #82 - Eric AlperJoin Oliver as he chills with the one and only Eric Alper! An undeniable force in the entertainment industry, Eric is a music aficionado with a relentless work ethic. He is a blogger and publicist, who hosts his own Sirius XM show and has a huge presence on social media (rightfully so!). Over the years, Eric has worked with an absolutely astounding number of musical icons and celebrated record companies!
This episode will be a real treat for music lovers, as Eric shares some amazing stories from his career in the industry! Oliver learns what sparked Eric's...2022-08-2240 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #81 - Matt O’BrienJoin Oliver as he chills with the magnificently irreverent Matt O'Brien! A wildly original comedian and a Sirius XM's Top Comic winner, Matt has also performed at the prestigious Just For Laughs festival on multiple occasions! Fresh off of an album recording alongside his wife (the brilliantly funny Julia Hladkowicz), Matt stopped by the Just Chill studio to talk standup, green screens, pets and more!
Things start off with Matt discussing his roots, including an unfortunate nickname that he acquired in high school because he lived on a farm. Matt talks about his comedic journey and the...2022-08-0555 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #80 - Matt JoyceJoin Oliver as he chills with independent filmmaker, writer and trained chef Matt Joyce! In addition to those aforementioned talents, Matt's friendship with Oliver actually dates all the way back to the 8th grade! Making for a very nostalgic podcasting trip down memory lane.
Things begin with Matt and Oliver talking about recently reconnecting due to the untimely loss of a beloved mutual friend. Matt candidly discusses his struggles with ADHD since his youth, describing the many challenges and insecurities he's experienced over the years because of it. Oliver learns a ton about the film industry, with...2022-06-282h 28
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #79 - Abdullah UsmanJoin Oliver as he chills with talented comedian and visual artist Abdullah Usman! A gifted comedic writer and a master of crowd work, his stage presence is simply undeniable. Fresh off a standup comedy tour of Alberta, Abdullah brings his hilarity to the Just Chill Podcasting studio for a memorable chat!
Things kick off with Abdullah talking about his experience performing comedy on the road, which also resulted in him being absent for Ottawa's recent derecho wind storm event. Things proceed to get into a ton of interesting and engaging topics, with rogue tangents steering the course...2022-06-222h 27
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #78 - Vic RuggieroJoin Oliver as he chills with wildly talented singer, songwriter and musician Vic Ruggiero! In addition to his bevy of solo albums and side projects, Vic is also a founding member of legendary New York City ska/reggae group The Slackers!
Things start off with Vic talking about The Slackers' current tour, which is not only in support of their newest album 'Don't Let the Sunlight Fool Ya'... but also their 30th anniversary as a band! Oliver learns about the inspirations behind some of their newest tracks, and Vic shares some of his memories about visiting Canada...2022-06-071h 21
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #77 - Kerrie Anderson & Tony CroxenJoin Oliver as he chills with tattoo artists Kerrie Anderson and Tony Croxen! Both based out of the Calgary area, Kerrie is a well established tattoo artist and Tony is her very promising apprentice (in addition to being her beau). Their knowledge of the industry and dedication to exceptional service is wildly apparent.
This podcast is both informative and entertaining, as the guests educate Oliver on the world of tattoos with insight and charm. Kerrie explains why she decided to pursue tattooing as a career, and Tony breaks down his experience as an apprentice so far. The...2022-06-0152 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #76 - Michael LifshitzJoin Oliver as he chills with comedian, speaker and disability awareness advocate Michael Lifshitz! Making his triumphant return to the show, Michael brings the charm and hilarity (as usual)! This episode also marks the first time that #JustChillwithOliverGeorge was ever recorded remotely!
This podcast is a fun time catching up with a friend, that also touches on some very important issues. Michael discusses ongoing accessibility shortcomings in modern society, and the conversation also touches on the isolation of the pandemic. Oliver finds out about Michael's upcoming one-man show at The Ottawa Fringe Festival, which is set to...2022-05-171h 16
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #75 - Jennifer CandyJoin Oliver as he chills with actor, comedian, host and producer Jennifer Candy! In addition to being a multi-talented entertainer, she is also a dedicated mother, wife and pet owner. Jennifer also holds the unique distinction of being the only daughter of the late, great Hollywood icon John Candy!
This great chat kicks off with talk about Jennifer's fantastic live interview show 'Couch Candy'. Oliver inquires about her approach to hosting and the interesting dynamic of conducting interviews with a live studio audience in attendance. Jennifer discusses her decision to pursue a career in the entertainment industry...2022-05-1053 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #74 - Steve ReskJoin Oliver as he chills with business owner and game designer Steve Resk! He is the co-founder, President and CEO of the tabletop gaming company SRG Universe, Inc. Their exciting and strategic wrestling card game 'Supershow' has developed a dedicated and passionate fanbase that continues to grow rapidly. Steve and his team are committed to making sure that their products foster a friendly community and positive gaming experience for all involved!
This episode is full of inspirational stories about Steve's journey to where he is today. He breaks down his gaming roots, and shares a tale about...2022-04-121h 52
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #73 - David HaddadJoin Oliver as he chills with talented comedian and musician David Haddad! Well known in the local comedy community for his friendly nature and hilarious comedic stylings, David's musical proficiency is equally impressive!
In this episode, David and Oliver get better acquainted while discussing a myriad of topics. The interview is loaded with a bunch of peculiar questions too, leading to a lot of interesting and entertaining podcast tangents. The chat covers dinosaurs, muppets, spirituality and much more! David also shares an intense story about being hit by a car when he first moved to Ottawa years...2022-03-291h 34
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #72 - Simon PhillipsJoin Oliver as he chills with the multitalented Simon Phillips! In addition to being an accomplished actor, Simon is also a skilled writer and producer. With over 20 years of experience, Simon brings powerful performances to the screen and his passion for acting is undeniable.
This episode starts off with Simon sharing a bit about his background, discussing his schooling in London and his penchant for improv. Oliver inquires about several of Simon's roles, including asking what it was like to share screen time with Hollywood heavyweight Bruce Willis! This fantastic chat also covers parenting, travel, accents and...2022-03-151h 14
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #71 - Ming Saad & Sarah RathJoin Oliver as he chills with budding business owners Ming Saad and Sarah Rath! As co-owners of Ottawa's newest recreational cannabis shop (Rabbt Hole), they're set to make a mark as resourceful, reefer retailers!
This episode is full of interesting insights about the legal cannabis industry, with a bunch of laughs along the way! Ming and Sarah share their passion for the plant and describe how they plan to stand out in such a competitive industry. Oliver learns how the two friends came to become business partners and their thoughts on the current cannabis market. This killer...2022-03-151h 08
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #70 - Tavis MaplesdenJoin Oliver as he chills with returning guest Tavis Maplesden! In addition to being a spectacular stand up comedian, Tavis is also a talented writer and musician. He stopped by for a hangout and the chat actually ended up being the longest episode of Just Chill to date!
There was a lot of ground to cover during this podcast. Starting with Oliver explaining the various recent happenings that forced production of the show to be put on hold temporarily. Later on, Tavis weighs in on the self-proclaimed "Freedom Convoy" currently occupying our city's downtown core. As a...2022-02-162h 57
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #69 - Kenny HotzJoin Oliver as he chills with entertainer, director, writer and comedic mastermind Kenny Hotz! Well known as one half of the infamous, Canadian comedy duo 'Kenny vs Spenny', his other artistic exploits cover quite a broad spectrum. Kenny is an accomplished performer, photographer and filmmaker who possesses a sharp wit and keen business acumen.
In this very special episode, Oliver switches things up by having Kenny's friends ask him the questions! This chat is loaded with guest appearances, leading to a bunch of really insightful responses from Kenny. He discusses navigating the pitfalls of the entertainment industry...2022-01-041h 11
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #68 - Glenn HumplikJoin Oliver as he chills with beloved Canadian television personality Glenn Humplik! Well known for his time spent co-hosting 'The Tom Green Show', in more recent years he has stepped away from the spotlight to focus on parenting and his career in the high tech industry.
This episode starts off with Glenn showcasing an inadvertently suggestive painting that he created, which he then bequeaths to Oliver for the studio. Glenn sheds light on his brand new project 'HUMP tv' and how it has become a fun, creative escape from pandemic purgatory. He then recounts a detailed experience...2021-12-1452 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #67 - Janelle Niles & Simone HolderJoin Oliver as he chills with talented comedians (and returning guests) Janelle Niles and Simone Holder! Both very funny individuals that are set to take the world by storm! Simone is coming off the heels of winning the Yuk Yuk's 2021 Mike MacDonald comedy competition, which is a true testament to her skills and her determination as a entertainer. Janelle's 'Got Land?' indigenous comedy showcase continues to shine (and tour) and she also recently performed at the Canadian North Arctic Comedy Festival.
The episode starts off with Janelle sharing some exciting news about recently being scouted for...2021-12-1456 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #66 - Alex WoodJoin Oliver as he chills with comedian and author Alex Wood for the premiere episode of season 3! Alex is an accomplished comic that has performed at the Just For Laughs festival more than once, as well as at the prestigious Massey Hall in Toronto. In addition to those impressive credits, he has been published by VICE, hosted a very successful podcast and has now released his hilarious and captivating first book titled 'Float Like A Butterfly, Drink Mint Tea'!
The chat starts off with Alex sharing his deep-rooted love for New York City, before things shift to...2021-11-291h 52
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #65 - Howard WagmanJoin Oliver as he chills with co-founder, general manager and owner of Yuk Yuk's Ottawa, Howard Wagman! Working in comedy clubs since he was only sixteen years old, Howard has been running the Ottawa branch of Yuk Yuk's for nearly four decades! He has a bona fide respect for the comedic artform and has sharpened a keen sense for discovering and nurturing the burgeoning careers of extremely gifted comedians. Howard has encouraged and guided so many great comics like Norm MacDonald, Mike MacDonald, Tom Green and Jon Dore just to name a few!
The chat kicks off...2021-11-2629 minJust Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #65 - Howard WagmanJoin Oliver as he chills with co-founder, general manager and owner of Yuk Yuk's Ottawa, Howard Wagman! Working in comedy clubs since he was only sixteen years old, Howard has been running the Ottawa branch of Yuk Yuk's for nearly four decades! He has a bona fide respect for the comedic artform and has sharpened a keen sense for discovering and nurturing the burgeoning careers of extremely gifted comedians. Howard has encouraged and guided so many great comics like Norm MacDonald, Mike MacDonald, Tom Green and Jon Dore just to name a few!
The chat kicks off...2021-10-1829 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #64 - Jason Lam & Juan Miguel Gomez (of The Good Guys)Join Oliver as he chills with talented musicians Jason Lam and Juan Miguel Gomez! They are both members of funky, modern jazz-fusion group 'The Good Guys' and their debut album is releasing later this month! While this group may be new to the Ottawa scene, Jason and Juan are already very accomplished performers. Jason has been involved with the music industry for 20 years, having toured Australia, China and Cuba. He has also opened for well known artists like Three Days Grace, Weezer and ZZ Top! Juan Miguel has a BA in Music Production, a Masters Diploma in Advanced Audio...2021-10-121h 08
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #63 - Dr. Derrick Matthew Buchanan, PhDJoin Oliver as he chills with clinical neuroscientist Dr. Derrick Matthew Buchanan, PhD! In addition to being very accomplished academically, he also performs comedy under the name 'Matt Buchanan' (which is how he and Oliver first met). Matt completed his PhD at Carleton University and has had additional education and scientific training at Harvard Medical school, McGill University, Saybrook University and the University of Geneva in Switzerland! This interview was recorded only days before Matt relocated to California to complete his postdoctoral research fellowship at the prestigious Stanford University!
The episode kicks off with Matt discussing his...2021-10-042h 23
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #62 - Eva BeeJoin Oliver as he chills with chef extraordinaire Eva Bee! A lover of all things culinary, Eva's journey as a chef was initially sparked in an effort to overcome depression and several food allergies. In addition to honing her skills at the internationally renowned farm-to-table Ballymaloe Cookery School in Ireland, Eva also studied environmental science and chemistry! She offers fantastic personalized cooking experiences through her website and has hosted several cooking programs for Bell, Rogers and Coral TV!
The chat starts off with Eva discussing sustainability and the farm-to-table approach to cuisine. Oliver then learns about Eva's...2021-09-291h 41
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #61 - Erik StolpmannJoin Oliver as he chills with radio host, photographer and cycling enthusiast Erik Stolpmann! Constantly out and about connecting with folks in the Ottawa community, Erik always makes sure to have his trusty camera at the ready! When he's not busy taking killer snapshots, you can find Erik hosting his fabulous show 'Curiocity' on Ottawa's CKCU (93.1 FM)!
The conversation kicks off with Erik explaining his love for photography and capturing human beings in their element. Oliver reminisces about meeting Erik at a comedy show, leading to talk about the recent passing of legendary Ottawa comedian Norm MacDonald...2021-09-211h 57
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #60 - Alan CrossJoin Oliver as he chills with alternative aficionado and broadcasting badass Alan Cross! Well known around the world as the amicable and informative host of the syndicated radio series 'The Ongoing History of New Music'. Since it's debut in 1993, over 900 episodes of the program have been produced! In addition to his vast musical knowledge, Alan is also an accomplished author and public speaker!
Things start off with Oliver learning which unique instrument Alan played in his youth. Conversation shifts to musical comedy and Alan sheds light on the constantly evolving face of the music industry. He then...2021-09-1440 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #59 - Mike RitaJoin Oliver as he chills with the incomparable Mike Rita! Signed by Yuk Yuk's at only 20 years old, Mike has spent more than a decade since then absolutely rocking the Canadian comedy scene! He has performed several times at the 'Just For Laughs' comedy festival, including being featured as part of Kevin Hart's 'Laugh Out Loud Network'! Mike was also the longtime host of the always entertaining 'Stoner Sundays' show at Vapor Central in downtown Toronto. Relatable, clever and downright hilarious, Mike always leaves audiences in stitches!
This cannabis-fueled conversation truly is a gem. Containing many of...2021-08-301h 13
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #58 - Greg HoustonJoin Oliver as he chills with hilarious stand up comedian Greg Houston! A comic for nearly a decade now, Greg has opened for the likes of Tig Notaro and Doug Stanhope! He also now hosts a comedic news panel live on Twitch for his show 'Houston We Have A Problem'!
Things start off with Greg discussing his fast-approaching move to London, England this fall and Oliver quizzing him on British slang terms. The conversation then shifts to chatting about legendary Canadian comedy icon Mike MacDonald (who Greg also worked with). Later on Greg explains his love for...2021-08-241h 41
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #57 - Alex Boyer & Eric LeclercJoin Oliver as he chills with magical pranksters Alex Boyer and Eric Leclerc! Both talented magicians with popular YouTube channels, they are also now stars of their very own show called 'Big Trick Energy' (available on truTV and Netflix Canada now!). The guys make their return to Just Chill, this time stopping by for an in-studio chat!
Things start off with Alex and Eric describing what it feels like now that their show has aired it's first season. Oliver asks about their experience being guests on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, as well as how they've been handling...2021-08-091h 33
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #56 - Don KellyJoin Oliver as he chills with the very funny and knowledgeable Don Kelly! A mainstay of the Ottawa comedy community for years, Don has appeared on CBC's 'The Debaters' and hosted two different shows on APTN (Aboriginal Peoples Television Network)! Don was the Communications Director for the AFN (Assembly of First Nations) for over two decades and is extremely well educated on Indigenous history and current events.
This episode starts off with Don shedding light on the disingenuous treaties made between early colonizers and the native peoples of North America. Oliver learns about Don's Anishinaabe heritage and...2021-07-261h 54
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #55 - Tom RadfordJoin Oliver as he chills with old friend and community spirit exemplar Tom Radford! His love for the city of Ottawa runs very deep and he is always finding interesting, collaborative ways to celebrate it. Like the mixed media urban art fest House of PainT, which Tom has served as the project coordinator for! A man of many skills, Tom has hosted his own radio show, worked in the House of Commons, been part of an innovative design studio and more.
This episode starts off with Oliver and Tom catching up and reminiscing about a very short-lived...2021-07-191h 55
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #54 - Justin JacobsonJoin Oliver as he chills with Justin Jacobson, who is the President of Restoration Games! A company with an extremely unique and innovative process for designing and producing amazing tabletop games! Friendly and very knowledgeable, Justin has an exceptional work ethic and a lot of integrity as well. In addition to presiding over this phenomenally cool company that revives and improves classic games, Justin has also been a lawyer for over 20 years!
The chat starts off with Justin talking about his drastic career shift from the world of law to launching and running a board game company...2021-07-051h 11
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #53 - Mitchell SmolkinJoin Oliver as he chills with the extremely interesting and multitalented Mitchell Smolkin! In addition to being a well respected psychotherapist with a Master's Degree in Counselling Psychology, Mitchell is also an accomplished speaker, author, actor and musician! He has built a successful international psychotherapy practice with offices in both Toronto and Sweden, and has also recently launched a fantastic podcast titled 'The Dignity of Suffering'.
Appearing from his office in Stockholm, the conversation kicks off with Mitchell explaining what it has been like living there during the pandemic. Watching the majority of the planet go into...2021-06-211h 44
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #52 - Josh WilliamsJoin Oliver as he chills with the supremely funny Josh Williams! In addition to being a hilarious stand up comedian, Josh is also a fellow podcaster! He hosts the "One Man Podcast", which serves as a thoroughly entertaining journey through Josh's performances, personal growth and day-to-day adventures. His show will also intermittently feature special bonus episodes where Josh brings a great guest on board. Some of his past guests include Paul Virzi, Trent McClellan and K Trevor Wilson!
In the longest episode of Just Chill ever recorded to date, Josh and Oliver have a blast catching up...2021-06-012h 47
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #51 - Kellie NowellOn this date 25 years ago, Sublime performed for the last time ever at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, California. The following morning, the world tragically lost the band's innovative and soulful frontman Bradley Nowell to a heroin overdose. Join Oliver as he chills with Brad's younger sister Kellie, who in recent years has been working tirelessly as the executive director of the The Nowell Family Foundation! Providing addiction recovery services to musicians, the foundation is currently raising funds to open an opioid recovery facility in Brad's memory called 'Bradley's House'! Please donate if you can!!
This episode...2021-05-241h 41
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #50 - Tommy ChongJoin Oliver as he chills with legendary actor, comedian, director, musician and writer Tommy Chong! Well known globally as one half of the esteemed comedy duo 'Cheech & Chong', Tommy also won over audiences as the loveable hippie 'Leo' on 'That 70's Show'. Throughout his adult life, Tommy has been a staunch proponent of marijuana rights activism and now owns his very own company called 'Tommy Chong's Cannabis'.
This episode starts off with discussion about the shift in public opinion regarding cannabis in recent years and how pot has finally gone mainstream. Tommy then shares some great memories...2021-05-101h 55
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #49 - Karin Jacobsen & Shane WongJoin Oliver as he chills with married educators Karin Jacobsen and Shane Wong! They both work for the Ottawa Carleton District School Board as middle school teachers, in addition to being parents themselves. Karin is an English literacy development teacher who has helped refugee children overcome huge language barriers. Shane's main focus is teaching English and math as well as coaching basketball, touch football and more.
Things kick off with Karin and Shane describing their beginnings in education and talking about how they came to be a couple. The conversation then shifts to talk about how schools...2021-05-031h 18
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #48 - Ed the SockJoin Oliver as he chills with legendary Canadian entertainer Ed the Sock! Well known for his time hosting at MuchMusic, where his 'Fromage' specials became notorious for hilariously skewering popular music videos. Not to mention his former show 'Ed's Night Party', which holds the record for the longest-running Canadian late night talk show in history!
Ed is currently on a quest to launch 'NewMusicNation', a multi-platform online channel that embodies the spirit of classic MuchMusic! Featuring relatable VJs from across the country and a heavy focus on independent Canadian artists, the channel's Indigogo campaign is well on...2021-04-2636 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #47 - Big Trick EnergyJoin Oliver as he chills with the guys from Big Trick Energy! Chris Ramsay, Eric Leclerc, Wes Barker and Alex Boyer are not only all amazing magicians, but also best friends with a brand new show! Big Trick Energy will be premiering April 22nd on truTV and Oliver had the chance to snag a quick press junket interview with the bad boys of magic. A trailer for their show is even included in this episode!
To start things off, Oliver learns the history behind the group's long time friendship and inquires about the challenges of filming a...2021-04-1214 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #46 - Trevor Thompson
Join Oliver as he chills with hilarious stand up comedian Trevor Thompson! Recently featured in a Just For Laughs Originals recording, Trevor has been performing comedy for over 15 years. For several years he has hosted his own recurring show at Yuk Yuk's Ottawa called 'Trevor's Pad', which has since spawned an online iteration also known as 'Pandemic Prime Time'.
The episode starts off with Trevor talking about his past, including some of the ups and downs of his comedy career. Trevor discusses what it has been like to adapt his show to a digital medium, and Oliver asks what traits a...2021-04-051h 26
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #45 - David BrennanJoin Oliver as he chills with comedian, actor, writer and storyteller David Brennan! In addition to being extremely funny, David has also created and performed several awesomely imaginative one man shows. He has hosted film festivals, comedy shows and concerts and also has experience as a journalist. David was also a member of beloved Canadian sketch comedy troupe 'The Imponderables' for 12 years, performing at Just For Laughs and winning five Canadian comedy awards!
The episode kicks off with talk about the upcoming 'Crack Up Comedy Festival', which boasts a killer lineup that includes David. The discussion then...2021-03-291h 39
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #44 - Brandon Bird
Join Oliver as he chills with extremely driven and accomplished entrepreneur Brandon Bird! Having founded his concert booking company fresh out of high school in 2011, The Diamond Mine Agency has gone on to book well over 2,000 hip hop, metal, rock and comedy concerts since then! Brandon has also launched two other companies in that time, with more on the horizon. He owns a late night eatery called Midnight Bites and most recently the brand new Birdhouse Tattoo Studio, both located in Ottawa's ByWard Market.
The episode starts off with Brandon explaining how he has been booking and organizing shows since h...2021-03-1552 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #43 - JF Frenette & Scott BrownJoin Oliver as he chills with local comedians and filmmakers JF Frenette and Scott Brown! They have recently collaborated to produce a fantastic documentary called 'Comedy-19: The Last Laugh', which showcases the impact that the pandemic has had on the Canadian comedy industry. In conjunction with the film's upcoming release on March 5th, they have organized the Canadian Comic Relief Fund to help support comedians in Canada!
This episode starts off with talk about the content and tone of the documentary, leading into discussion about everyone's comedic origins. The conversation then switches to the topic of strange...2021-03-012h 06
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #42 - Ilona SmythJoin Oliver as he chills with the immensely talented and totally badass Ilona Smyth! As CEO and founder of Smyth Casting, Ilona has been making huge moves in film and television for almost 13 years! She is a very experienced casting director, with keen business acumen and an expansive knowledge of what makes entertainment industry tick.
The chat starts off with Ilona explaining how she started her company, and became totally committed to her vision for it's success. The conversation then touches on the awkward first time that Ilona and Oliver spoke, and the wonderful advice that she...2021-02-2238 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #41 - Jon Dore
Join Oliver as he chills with hysterical comedian, actor and writer Jon Dore! Well known for his many film and television appearances, Jon is an extremely original standup comedian. From his mastering of deadpan delivery, to his madcap writing style, Jon truly offers a unique voice to the world of comedy.
In this episode, things start off with talk about Jon's hilarious new show 'Humour Resources' (available on CBC Gem) and filming during a pandemic. Later on, Jon's co-star from the show actually makes a surprise appearance during the interview! Oliver asks about 'The Jon Dore Television Show', and whether o...2021-02-081h 08
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #40 - Kyle BrownriggJoin Oliver as he chills with comedian Kyle Brownrigg, who makes his triumphant return to the show! Kyle is an award winning comic with many impressive credits to his name. Including tapings for CTV, The Comedy Network, CBC's 'The Debaters' as well as many Just For Laughs productions!
In this very special episode, Kyle talks about his recent experience being featured on fellow comedian Jon Dore's new show 'Humour Resources' (available on CBC Gem). Oliver shares his excitement for Kyle's podcast 'Best Actress', and learns the reason that he currently loathes a lot of 1970's cinema. Discussion...2021-02-011h 31
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #39 - Thierry WildgustJoin Oliver as he chills with one of his very best friends, Thierry Wildgust! These two have known each other for over twenty years, though they weren't always pals. Back in high school their relationship was very different, having evolved quite a lot over the years. Don't let Thierry's Instagram handle of '3.5stardad' fool you, as he is a stellar parent who has recently made the shift to being a stay at home Dad!
The conversation starts off discussing exactly that, and how many people in society still struggle with archaic gender role stereotypes. Thierry talks...2021-01-261h 34
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #38 - Eric LeclercJoin Oliver as he chills with spectacular magician Eric Leclerc! Known for his mind-blowing original tricks and feel good magical style, Eric has won the Canadian Magic Championship twice! His astounding (and hilarious) talents have been featured on MTV, Fox, CTV, National Geographic and more! Eric's YouTube channel currently has over 133 thousand subscribers, with his videos reaching more than 10 million views worldwide!
In this fantastic episode, things start off with Eric describing how he first became interested in magic as a youth. A skill that has now landed him and a few of his magical pals an...2021-01-121h 25
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #37 - Derek EverndenJoin Oliver as he chills with cartoonist extraordinaire Derek Evernden! An exceptionally talented illustrator, Derek is also the creator of the ridiculously funny, single-panel comic Bogart Creek. Known for his dark and absurd comedic style, Derek has been tickling the funny bones of all those who come across his work!
Things kick off with Derek shedding light on his artistic origins, including a gig working as a caricature artist that may have inadvertently birthed his gag-comic mentality. He then goes on to describe his process behind creating new comics, and ultimately deciding which ideas make it past...2021-01-121h 36
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #36 - Stacie MistysynJoin Oliver as he chills with award-winning actress Stacie Mistysyn! Well known for her role as Caitlin Ryan on the beloved Canadian Degrassi franchise, she is also a certified fitness and wellness coach! Stacie is not just extremely dedicated to physical activity, but a major proponent for mental health as well.
A lot of different topics are covered in this fantastic chat! Stacie explains how her fitness journey began after moving to LA in the mid-90's, eventually bringing that knowledge with her back to Canada. After a hiatus to be a stay at home Mom for...2020-12-281h 19
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #35 - Sebby CluerJoin Oliver as he chills with award-winning director, producer and writer Sebby Cluer! A very talented man who has worked on a ton of great projects over the years. Most notably, all 6 seasons of the cult classic Canadian television series 'Kenny vs Spenny', as well as the fantastic CBC show 'Still Standing' (which also currently has 6 seasons that have been released to date).
Things start off with Sebby discussing his interest in film from a very early age, as well as his thoughts about the Canadian film and television industries. He goes on to tell stories about...2020-12-211h 12
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #34 - Simone HolderJoin Oliver as he chills with friend and fellow local comedian Simone Holder! Even though she only began doing stand up comedy 14 months ago, she has been performing almost non-stop since her debut. During which time she has been delighting audiences here in Ottawa, as well as in Toronto, Kingston and Montreal.
Things start off with Oliver asking about Simone's experiences so far in the world of comedy, and how things shifted when the pandemic erupted. Particularly her decision to branch out into launching her own video podcasts during the initial lockdown. She goes on to describe...2020-12-151h 26
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #33 - Rick CampanelliJoin Oliver as he chills with Canada's beloved Rick Campanelli! Gracing television screens for over two decades now, he's widely known for his time as Rick 'The Temp' on Muchmusic. As well as his lengthy career following that with Entertainment Tonight Canada!
In this season two premiere episode, Rick shares what it's been like taking a step back from the entertainment industry for the last few years. Instead choosing to focus on being a full-time father to his three sons. This leads to conversation about trying to break down stereotypical gender roles in relation to parenting. Rick...2020-12-081h 20
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #32 - Pat Mastroianni & Stefan BrogrenJoin Oliver for the season one finale episode, as he chills with Degrassi legends Pat Mastroianni and Stefan Brogren!! Playing Joey and Snake respectively, they have both been integral parts of the Degrassi franchise for decades now. On screen and behind the scenes, these two have helped to shape the Degrassi legacy in a massive way. Watch Oliver gush while meeting his tween idols!
The episode kicks off with Pat shedding some light on his new documentary titled 'Narbo's Guide To Being A Broomhead'. The film captures the magic of the 'Degrassi Palooza' event which was held...2020-10-1957 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #31 - Alan NealJoin Oliver as he chills with beloved CBC radio personality Alan Neal! Host of CBC's 'All In A Day', Alan has a ton of broadcasting experience and is an absolute pleasure to converse with. Over the years, he has interviewed countless interesting individuals. Which makes it even more interesting to have him on the other side as Oliver's guest in this episode.
The conversation kicks off with some discussion about COVID-19, and how the pandemic has impacted those in the world of radio. Oliver reminisces about first meeting Alan over two decades ago, and asks him how...2020-10-1248 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #30 - Hal Johnson & Joanne McLeodJoin Oliver as he chills with Canadian fitness icons Hal Johnson and Joanne McLeod! Both very accomplished athletes, Hal and Joanne are perhaps best known for their televised health and fitness programming called 'BodyBreak'. Which has been helping people of all kinds to "keep fit and have fun" for over 30 years now!
In this memorable 30th episode, things get off to a very insightful start. Oliver asks Hal about his recent decision to open up to the media regarding his experiences with racism. Hal explains how anger is a waste of energy, and Joanne discusses how inclusion...2020-10-0545 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #29 - Darren FrostJoin Oliver as he chills with the infamously edgy Darren 'Frosty' Frost! Well known for his ability to find the funny in taboo and often illicit subject matter, Darren holds the record for the most independent Canadian comedy releases! In addition to performing stand up comedy for thirty years, Darren is also a skilled actor and voice over artist.
In this raw and informative episode, things start out with Darren explaining how his last big tour plans were shelved by the outbreak of the pandemic. Oliver learns all about Darren's fascinating journey through the world of comedy...2020-09-301h 10
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #28 - Darcy RyanJoin Oliver as he chills with the friendly, talented and resourceful Darcy Ryan! From being a skilled hairdresser, to his impeccable photography skills, Darcy is a true artist. Beyond that, Darcy is a stand up dude and extremely fun person to hang with!
In this episode, Darcy explains what it has been like utilizing his gifts as a hairdresser on film sets, as well as how his shutterbug aptitude has recently branched out into wildlife photography. Oliver inquires about Darcy's various crafts, including his amazing cosplay creations and genius at item-repurposing. The chat eventually makes it's way...2020-09-2253 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #27 - Bif NakedJoin Oliver as he chills with Canada's original punk-princess, Bif Naked! In addition to being a powerhouse of musical talent, Bif is also extremely passionate about both human and animal rights activism. Recently, she has branched out into the CBD realm with a company called 'Mona Lisa Healing'!
In this enlightening episode, Bif shares her unique and fascinating outlook on life. From her interesting childhood and bullying in her youth, to overcoming an unhealthy lifestyle and ultimately kicking breast cancer's ass! Oliver asks Bif a few fun questions before getting the details about her upcoming projects. Including...2020-09-1450 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #26 - Tim RielJoin Oliver as he chills with comedian Tim Riel! His work as a stand up comic, and host/MC of both the Ottawa and Montreal comic-cons has made him a recognizable face in the Canadian pop-culture community. Tim also hosts an online game show called 'Codenames Live!', every Monday and Thursday night on Twitch!
In this friendly hangout, things start off with Tim explaining what it was like to grow up in a military family and his roots in comedy. The conversation heads into parenting, divorce, health and relationships... but worry not fellow geeks! Tim and...2020-09-091h 41
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #25 - Spencer RiceJoin Oliver as he chills with the multi-talented Spencer 'Spenny' Rice! Perhaps best known as one half of the notorious, Canadian comedy duo 'Kenny vs Spenny', Spencer has also been an actor, director, producer and more. A lifelong lover of music, Spenny is a skilled Blues guitarist and soulful crooner.
In this zany episode, Spenny explains to Oliver what it was like to become part of the American media machine. Detailing the early days of Kenny vs Spenny, as well as his infatuation with Hollywood as a youth. Oliver asks Spencer if there were ever a competition...2020-08-3144 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #24 - Graham KayJoin Oliver as he chills with Ottawa-born, New York-based comedian Graham Kay! Not only is Graham a stellar stand-up comic, who has even performed on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert'! He also produces a ton of hilarious sketch comedy that you can find online too!
Oliver asks Graham about what is was like moving from a city like Ottawa to the Big Apple, where his comedy career really started to blossom. Oliver also inquires about what it was like living in New York during recent months, with both the pandemic and the George Floyd protests going...2020-08-2537 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #23 - Fred Penner
Join Oliver as he chats with beloved musician and children's entertainer, Fred Penner! Perhaps best known for his long-running kids' show 'Fred Penner's Place' (which aired from 1985-1997), Fred's music and wisdom has touched countless people. Not only has he won the Juno Award for 'Children's Album of the Year' a whopping four times, Fred was even made a Member of the Order of Canada back in 1991!
In this magical episode, Fred explains about his musical origins, including his early days with a musical comedy troupe called 'Kornstock'. Oliver inquires about the iconic sweaters Fred often wore over the years, a...2020-08-171h 06
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #22 - Kim MitchellJoin Oliver in the show's first Zoom interview, as he chats with Canadian rock legend Kim Mitchell! Kim has been making killer music for decades, and also hosted his own long-running show on Toronto's Q107 in more recent years. During his impressive career, Kim has performed alongside many other huge acts, and has even dabbled in acting from time to time.
Oliver inquires about Kim's forthcoming new album, as well as the origin behind his newest single "Wishes". Kim shares some interesting tidbits about his past, including the story behind his trademark O.P.P. cap, and...2020-08-1026 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #21 -Brian ReillyJoin Oliver as he chills with Brian Reilly... his Dad!! Beyond being a truly fantastic father, fans (and previous guests) of the show may also know him as the behind-the-scenes wizard at Just Chill Podcasting. Brian also has Master's degrees in biology and library science, and has recently retired after a very successful career with the National Research Council of Canada.
In this hearty episode, things begin with some discussion about the current pandemic situation, as well as the George Floyd protests. Oliver learns about his father's various career paths, including his unique work as a...2020-08-042h 19
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #20 - DJ NoahJoin Oliver as he chills with LIVE 88.5 FM musical director Noah 'DJ Noah' Sabourin! DJing parties since his teens, Noah is extremely passionate and knowledgeable about music. He selects all of the songs played on the air at LIVE, and always has his ear to the ground for fantastic new artists! Noah hosts 'The New Spin', where he shares brand new tracks, often from bands that are still on the rise and about to break it big!
Oliver and DJ Noah discuss the ways that alternative music has shifted over the years, and what the genre really...2020-03-161h 26
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #19 - Wafik NasrallaJoin Oliver as he chills with Canadian comedy veteran Wafik Nasralla! A seasoned comic, Wafik has been performing standup for over 25 years and has had his very own special on CTV's 'Comedy Now!'. On his first tour of the UK, Wafik saw that tour extended by 7 weeks due to popular demand. He was interviewed on BBC radio and also won 2 comedy competitions. Wafik describes himself hilariously as one of the funniest one-eyed, Egyptian-Canadian comedians on the planet!
In this episode, Wafik shares his insights on the changing landscape of comedy over the years, and how that...2020-03-0936 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #18 - Thomas CumberbatchJoin Oliver as he chills with the passionate and entrepreneurial Thomas Cumberbatch! Thomas is the CEO of an Ottawa-based consulting agency named Godzspeed Communications. His company helps purpose-driven clients to recognize and refine their brand's true heart and soul.
Thomas discusses his roots, and his time playing university-level football (as team captain nonetheless!). He notes the moment that he realized his life was heading in a new direction, and the difficulties of feeling like you're losing your identity. Thomas talks about how he started his own production company and his time working for Canada Post's social media...2020-03-0250 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #17 - Christina MuehlbergerJoin Oliver as he chills with the hysterical Christina Muehlberger! In addition to being a very skilled comedian and improviser, Christina also has a BA Honours in political science, and works for the Carleton University teacher's union.
In this episode, Christina discusses her self-described awkward nature and how that has influenced her comedic persona. Oliver and Christina reminisce about the show where she met his parents, and the Ottawa comedy scene at large. The conversation shifts to religious upbringings and Christina's support for Sen. Bernie Sanders. This chat even includes an improv scene between guest and host...2020-02-2545 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #16 - Steve LoveJoin Oliver as he chills with dynamic actor, comedian and impressionist Steve Love! His YouTube channel is hilarious and loaded with spot-on impersonations. Steve's Game of Thrones impressions actually lead him to an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! That performance was so great that the GOT creators offered him a memorable role on their show! Steve has also appeared on CBC's 'The Detectives' and regularly performs stand up comedy!
Unfortunately, this episode was plagued with some audio/technical issues. Due to those problems, a chunk in the middle of the recording had to be edited out (as...2020-02-1852 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #15 - George StroumboulopoulosJoin Oliver as he has the honour of interviewing the legendary George Stroumboulopoulos! Well known for many projects, George's career has sincerely touched and impacted people around the globe. From his roots in radio and as a MuchMusic VJ, to his revered talk show that ran for a decade. George shows no signs of slowing down, as he continues to be involved with fantastic, new initiatives.
A lot is covered in this nearly 2-hour conversation! George reflects on his early memories at Much (including the birth of 'The Punk Show'), and his profound love and admiration for...2020-02-091h 57
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #14 - Peter Andrew LusztykJoin Oliver as he has a late night discussion with award winning photographer and artist Peter Andrew Lusztyk! Peter's phenomenal work has been featured by Esquire, National Geographic and Wired Magazine (among others). In addition to his accolades, Peter is also an old high school class mate of Oliver's.
The two have a blast catching up, while Peter sheds some detailed insights into his process as a photographer. He also breaks down some of his most prominent projects and their motivations for Oliver (images included!). Peter even lets the Just Chill audience in on an idea for...2020-02-041h 48
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #13 - Barbra DeanJoin Oliver in this cannabis-themed episode (more than usual), as he talks to Barbra Dean...a.k.a. the 'Edible Chef'! Barbra is a certified food safety trainer and cannabis consultant, that prefers to emphasize more nutritious choices in her baking/cooking.
The discussion is (not-surprisingly) weed-centric, and begins with Oliver sharing a tale of the first time his parents tried cannabis edibles. Barbra shares her opinions on how legalization has been handled so far, and store-bought cannabis pricing. Finally the talk delves into the fact that legal edibles are now hitting the market, before Oliver and...2020-01-271h 14
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #12 - Tavis MaplesdenJoin Oliver as he chills with local funnyman Tavis Maplesden! As a regular performer at Yuk Yuk's and other shows across the city, his quick wits has both Oliver and his Dad chuckling right from the start of the episode.
The chat gets into fatherhood, comedy, graphic novels and much more. Oliver inquires about his guest's unique name, and a new segment called 'Why Google?' makes it's debut!
Recorded on January 17th, 2020
Audio/Visual Production by Brian Reilly
Edited (poorly) by Oliver George
ARCADE- Oliver: 3 / Guests: 4 (FAAAACK!!!)
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Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #11 - Jesse ReynoldsJoin Oliver as he hangs out with the marvelous, multi-talented Jesse Reynolds! Jesse is an award winning comedian, an actor, an emcee and co-host of the hilarious 'Jesse & Jenna's Messy Podcast'. Beyond that, he is also co-owner of 'Queer Sphere Expo', an LGBTQ+ consumer trade show for everyone!
Jesse talks about his recent experience ringing in the new year (and decade) hosting a show for Ottawa's own comedy superstar Tom Green! Jesse also shares how his time as a morning host on local radio eventually lead to his current podcast/YouTube show. The conversation touches on a...2020-01-131h 15
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #10 - Jesse PalangioJoin Oliver as he catches up with old friend, Jesse Palangio! Jesse is a filmmaker who produces, shoots and directs his own independent content, while also making a living working within the Ottawa-area's burgeoning film scene.
Jesse explains what it was like to recently take the plunge and quit his 'day job', in order to be able to fully commit to his dream of cementing a career in the film industry. Things get deep when Jesse continues to share his journey of personal growth, opening up about a toxic relationship from his past and how far things...2020-01-051h 22
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #9 - Janelle NilesJoin Oliver as he hangs out with friend and fellow comedian, Janelle Niles. Not only has she been performing comedy throughout this past year, but she has also organized and run a ton of fantastic comedy shows. Janelle has very quickly entrenched herself in the local Ottawa comedy scene, while always helping out new folks that want to try their hand at stand up for the first time.
In this episode, Janelle sheds light on her heritage as a proud Mi'kmaq woman. Filling Oliver in on many fascinating parts of indigenous culture. She also explains her comedy...2020-01-051h 43
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #8 - Andy TranJoin Oliver as he gets to know Andy "Acie" Tran! Not only is he a DJ and MC, but he also works in men's mental health. Andy also hosts the 'Acie Talks' podcast and his YouTube channel ('Coach Acie') is loaded with interesting and immersive content!
Oliver and Andy become fast friends in a conversation that touches on legalized cannabis, mental health and comedy. Acie also describes one of his podcasts, in which he encountered and talked with a newly paroled prisoner in California, who had just served 21 years and 11 days of a life sentence.
...2020-01-051h 31
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #7 - Matthew ChampJoin Oliver as he hangs out with fellow comedian and podcaster Matthew Champ! He makes up one half of the podcast 'Daddy Issues with Champ and Kingsbury', which is available wherever you get your podcasts!
In addition to performing stand up comedy and co-hosting a podcast, Matthew is also a registered psycho-therapist. In this episode the conversation gets quite geeky, discussing TV, movies and comics in depth! Then things shift when Matt shares his experiences and views regarding addiction treatment and homelessness. Leading Oliver to tell the story of his finger being broken by a disturbed individual...2020-01-051h 00
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #6 - Nick MailletJoin Oliver as he gets to know film and theatre actor Nicholas Maillet, who has over 10 years of acting experience and is a theatre school graduate. On top of that, he is a partial owner of a theatre company called 'Cuil Creations'. Nick is also a culinary grad, a musician and has worked as both a cook and bartender in the past.
Oliver and Nick chat about an array of topics in this zany episode. From Don Cherry's sudden firing, to the launch of Disney Plus and much more in between. Nick also shares a very important...2020-01-051h 11
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #5 - Michaela ChungJoin Oliver this episode as he talks with the very talented Michaela Chung! She is a skilled comedian, dancer and YouTube personality. Michaela hosts a blog called 'Introvert Spring', where anyone (including extroverts) can learn more about introversion.
She shares why introversion is often confused with shyness and the conversation also touches on dancing, religion (including Michaela's own time in the Mormon church) and speed dating.
Recorded on November 15th, 2019
Audio/Visual Production by Brian Reilly
Edited (poorly) by Oliver George
*My Dad commented that during this episode, he...2020-01-0544 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #4 - Gabriel SanchezJoin Oliver as he sits down with travelling artist Gabriel Sanchez. A very talented painter, sculptor and percussionist (to list a few of his many skills). Originally from Peru, Gabriel shares some of the experiences and impressions that he has had so far while visiting Canada for the last 5 months.
The discussion leads into many interesting facts about Gabo's homeland of Peru. From mythical legends, to a bizarre (and brutal) custom that Oliver still can't believe is real.
Recorded on November 7th, 2019
Audio/Visual Production by Brian Reilly
Edited (poorly) by...2020-01-051h 11
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #3 - Michael LifshitzJoin Oliver as he chats with comedian, speaker and disability awareness advocate Michael Lifshitz! Michael is also the founder of 'Illumabilites'. An organization that aims to educate the masses regarding what people with disabilities are truly capable of. While also inspiring all people to overcome their own challenges and live their lives to the fullest of their abilities!
Fresh off of winning the 2019 'Mike MacDonald Summer Comedy Competition' at Yuk Yuk's Ottawa. Michael sheds light on accessibility issues, proper disability vernacular and his own experiences living as a person (and comedian) with a disability.
This...2020-01-051h 20
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #2 - Kris KingsburyJoin Oliver as he chats with comedian, tradesman and motivational speaker, Kris Kingsbury! Kris openly shares his experiences as a former hard drug user. Including how he was was able to turn his life around, now proudly Crystal Meth-free for over 10 years! On a lighter note, Kris shares why a vasectomy is no bid deal, and the conversation gets geeky with some chat about comics and Star Wars.
Recorded on August 29th, 2019.
Audio/Visual Production by Brian Reilly.
Edited (poorly) by Oliver George
*Note: The term "cryptonesia" is used in this...2019-10-291h 11
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #1 - Kyle BrownriggJoin Oliver as he chats with Kyle Brownrigg, a Canadian Comedy Award winning comedian who has taped various stand-up performances for The Comedy Network and CBC Radio & Television. He has also performed at Just for Laughs, JFL42, The Halifax Comedy Festival, The Debaters, Bluesfest, The Sudbury Comedy Festival, The 905 Comedy Festival, We’re Funny That Way Comedy Festival, and was a finalist in Sirius XM’s Top Comic Competition.
On this first episode, Kyle shares his unique perspectives on relationships, his career and his experiences in the world of Canadian stand-up comedy.
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