Episódios

  • Taipei Economic & Cultural Office

    Taipei Economic & Cultural Office
    Jun 15 2024

    Welcome to business in Taiwan. During the next 30 minutes, Glynn Perkin's is going to help us discover the opportunities and benefits of doing business with the island nation. To help us with that journey, we are joined by Anita Chan and Wayne Lee.
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    26 minutos
  • Car Tunes: Alberta Bound - The Paul Brandt Journey / Best of Alberta's Finest

    Car Tunes: Alberta Bound - The Paul Brandt Journey / Best of Alberta's Finest
    Jun 1 2024
    The Paul Brandt JourneyWelcome to a preview of "Car Tunes," a celebration of the songs and artists we love to listen to in the car. hosted by Canadian Country Music Icon Paul Brandt.This series is your backstage pass to the vibrant music scene of Alberta. We'll explore the careers of Terri Clark, Legend Ian Tyson, KD Lang, Jan Arden and Grammy-nominated indie artist Leslie Feist. Our journey begins with Paul Brandt, the most awarded male Canadian country artist in history. From his breakthrough single "My Heart Has a History" to the country hit "I Do," his tunes have become staples of Canadian country music. This episode dives deep into his transformative journey, from his humble beginnings as a Calgary nurse to becoming a music phenomenon. Best of Alberta's FinestIn this special edition of "Car Tunes," host Paul Brandt takes listeners on a nostalgic journey, revisiting the most memorable moments and the incredible artists from Alberta's rich musical landscape featured throughout the series. This episode serves as a grand finale, highlighting the extraordinary careers of Alberta's finest musicians and their timeless songs that many have enjoyed singing along to in their cars.Paul starts the episode by looking back at Episode One, which centered on his own musical journey. From his early days as a nurse in Calgary to his rise as a country music star, he reflects on key moments like the release of his hit single "My Heart Has a History."The episode then revisits the remarkable career of Terri Clark, the country music icon from Medicine Hat, celebrated in Episode Two. Paul recalls Terri's breakthrough hit "Better Things to Do" and her rise to fame in both Canada and the U.S.In Episode Three, the podcast paid tribute to the late Ian Tyson, the legendary cowboy singer-songwriter known for the enduring classic "Four Strong Winds." Paul reminisces about Tyson's deep connection to Alberta and his significant contribution to Canadian music.Episode Four's focus was on the "Prairie Powerhouses" Jann Arden and k.d. lang. The episode highlighted Jann Arden's emotional hit "Insensitive" and k.d. lang's transformative cover of Leonard Cohen’s "Hallelujah," underscoring their impact on the Canadian music scene and beyond.Finally, Episode Five explored the indie-pop world of Leslie Feist, known simply as "Feist." Her global hit "1234" from the album "The Reminder" exemplifies the diverse talent emerging from Alberta.Paul emphasizes that each of these artists has a unique connection to Alberta, whether through the landscapes that inspired them, the cultural heritage they carry, or the memories they've created. Their stories represent perseverance, innovation, and the spirit of Alberta.As the series concludes, Paul celebrates the richness of Alberta's music scene, spanning genres from country to indie-pop and folk to modern ballads. He acknowledges the need for more episodes to cover other iconic Alberta artists like George Fox, Nickelback, Brett Kissel, and Joni Mitchell.Join Paul Brandt in this special episode of "Car Tunes" as he signs off, reminding listeners to keep an ear out for the next generation of Alberta's music talent and their stories. This episode is a heartwarming farewell to a series that has celebrated the power of music to connect us and enrich our cultural tapestry.About Paul:Paul Brandt is the most awarded male Canadian country artist in history.His 1996 debut RIAA-certified Gold album Calm Before the Storm went on to sell one million albums internationally, propelled by the #1 single and wedding classic “I Do”. Stateside, his #5 and #1 charting songs “My Heart Has A History”, and “I Do” were the first to chart by a male Canadian Country artist on the US Billboard Top 20 since 1976.Throughout his remarkable career, Paul has always focused on using his celebrity to help by shining a light on the lives of those less fortunate and has encouraged others to do the same. He has travelled extensively to developing countries around the world to raise awareness for various humanitarian aid organizations.His 12 career albums have spawned hit singles, multiple Album of the Year awards, gold, platinum, and multi-platinum performances. According to Nielsen BDS in 2020, of the Top 25 Canadian Country songs, 6 were released by Paul Brandt, and his song “My Heart Has a History” is the most-played Canadian Country song since the chart began. Paul is also the most-played Canadian Country Artist on Country Radio in history (Nielsen BDS). He has had 27 top-ten songs at Canadian Radio. His song “For You” (Brandt/Rosen) was selected to promote the 2002 major motion picture We Were Soldiers, and was performed by Dave Matthews and Johnny Cash. In 2015, the Canadian Independent Music Association celebrated Paul’s reaching “Road Gold Status” as a top headliner and major box office draw in Canada, and his EP “Frontier” was nominated for Album of the Year at The 2016 Juno Awards. The hit single...
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    30 minutos
  • Choosing Wellness: Your Immune System

    Choosing Wellness: Your Immune System
    Jun 1 2024

    We only get one life, so let’s choose well-ness. On this episode, Your immune system, we explore the immune system and how gut health is key to our health, with nutritionist Nicole Gordan from Herbaland.


    We explore the science around fitness and how to optimize your workout for the best results with Blake McDonald from Orange Theory.


    On our “Your Life Unlimited” segment Stephanie Staples talks about how to be more positive for a healthier life.


    Plus, we’ll unlock what to eat to keep and maintain a healthy immune system. We’ll feature a “Being Real” story of an inspirational 76-year-old climber and the beauty of mindfulness in nature.
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    29 minutos
  • Choosing Wellness: How to live your best life

    Choosing Wellness: How to live your best life
    May 25 2024

    In this episode, we’ll tell you about the sunshine vitamin, you’ll learn about personal biology and food from Mark Metry, a mom’s struggle juggling life, the healing power of yoga therapy with Lisa Dumas and we’ll help you get rid of the “grumps” with Stephanie Staples. Then take a moment at the end to relax with our meditation moment, featuring Amir El Sobky.
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    29 minutos
  • Choosing Wellness: Think before you drink

    Choosing Wellness: Think before you drink
    May 25 2024

    We only have one life, so Choosing Wellness is important. Why we need to think before we drink, with Dr. Tasha Biernert. A heartfelt and inspiring Being Real story with a 97-year-old recovered alcoholic.


    How we can say yes more and have fun doing it with Stephanie Staples.


    In our Mindfulness Moment, we learn from Claire Maisonneuve about building hope.


    Join host Linda Freeman and join the journey of Choosing Wellness.
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    30 minutos
  • Millennial Balance - Wine Expert Chanile Vines

    Millennial Balance - Wine Expert Chanile Vines
    May 18 2024

    Millennial Balance this week is for the vino lovers! A recent survey by Wine Butler shows that millennials are consuming more wine than both Gen X and Gen Z. Wine Butler CEO Mark Whalen joins Shaliza and Afua to discuss the findings of the survey, and Wine Expert Chanile Vines tells us what millennials are enjoying & gives us some recommendations for the season.
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    30 minutos
  • Choosing Wellness: Unlocking Brain Health / Embracing You: The Journey of Self-Care

    Choosing Wellness: Unlocking Brain Health / Embracing You: The Journey of Self-Care
    May 18 2024

    Unlocking Brain Health:
    In a world where our health is more precious than ever, in this episode of Choosing Wellness, "Unlocking Brain Health" takes you on an enlightening exploration of the choices we make and their profound impact on our well-being. Hosted by Linda Freeman, explores brain health and mental wellness, shedding light on how we can navigate our lives toward a healthier future.


    Discover the power of lifestyle choices with Lynn Posluns, a renowned expert in brain health, who shares groundbreaking insights on how up to 40% of dementia cases could be prevented. Lynn's conversation is not just informative but transformative, offering practical advice and hope for those looking to safeguard their cognitive health through everyday decisions.


    The journey doesn't stop there. The episode also features an engaging discussion with Claire Maisonneuve, a registered clinical counselor known for her expertise in anxiety management. Claire opens up about the challenges of "turning off" our brains in today's fast-paced world and provides valuable strategies to help listeners find peace and mental clarity amidst the chaos.


    Join Linda Freeman and be part of a community choosing to make wellness a priority. Whether you're looking to enhance your brain health, manage anxiety, or embark on a path to overall wellness, this episode is your guide to making the most out of our one life. Tune in, and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you.

    Embracing You: The Journey of Self-Care:
    We only have one life, so Choosing Wellness is important. Knowing SELF-care isn’t SELF-ish is such an important life lesson, so join in the conversation with Cassie Butcher as she talks about how to practice self-care unapologetically.


    Listen in on the chat with Certified coach Thomas Kevin Dolan on the fear of being judged, of not being liked and the impact of being bullied can have.
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    30 minutos
  • Mental Health Moments: Mental Health 101 / New Music Podcast: Elisa Rose and Songsbury

    Mental Health Moments: Mental Health 101 / New Music Podcast: Elisa Rose and Songsbury
    May 11 2024
    • MENTAL HEALTH MOMENTS: This week Phil takes us back to basics with Mental Health 101, talking about Mental Health Awareness Month and Week. Phil also gives a special shout out to a courageous young woman in his life.

    • NEW MUSIC PODCAST: This episode, our Music Director Cristina chats with Elisa Rose and Songsbury about their new single "Didn't Think It Could Be You," and shares Matt Von's latest release "Still in My Heart."
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    28 minutos