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Episodes
111 episodes
Gamechangers – Inspiration Rocket Fuel – Cynthia Richards
It's finally happening!If you know the name Cynthia Richards, you know this is going to an Oprah-level episode (seriously, she gives me so many glow ups, it's nutty). Cynthia is a powerhouse of inspiration, who co-founded the ev...
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Season 8
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Episode 115
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46:06
Gamechangers – Brain Decoder – Julie Gropp
Julie Gropp is my energy doppelgänger, so you know that's going to be trouble.Be sure to turn your radio down a tick or two to capture all the super insight of someone who knows who to practically de-escalate and break into the brains o...
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Season 8
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Episode 114
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47:07
Gamechangers – Empathy Superhero – Brandy Ryan
Every time I talk to Brandy Ryan, our 15 minute scheduled call turns into 90...and we have to force ourselves to stop talking to one another.She's just that engaging, interesting and empathetic. Brandy Ryan is a Creative Di...
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Season 8
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Episode 112
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47:08
Gamechangers – Thoughtful Leadership – Beth Surmont
Straight up - this is a powerful and emotional episode.I met Beth at an event in San Diego earlier this year. She was a standout panelist, and I asked her if she'd like to hang out on the show.What she shares in this episode is ...
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Season 8
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Episode 112
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45:52
Gamechangers – Opportunity Maker – Wendy Porter
Wendy Porter sees opportunity just about everywhere. And she seems to have a knack for converting those opportunities into special things – events, businesses and one-of-a-kind of experiences.Get a front row seat on HOW sh...
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Season 8
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Episode 111
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45:04
Gamechangers - Dreamer, Doer - Micki Lubek
"Oh, there's a lot of opportunities, if you know when to take them, you know?" What do the Pet Shop Boys and really pretty journals have in common?The answer is event planner and creative explorer Micki Lubek.<...
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Season 8
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Episode 110
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45:14
Gamechangers - Creative Operations Superstar - Christian Chenier
You know that one person in your industry who decided to push the limits, and became a superstar around the world?In my industry, that's Christian Chenier. He went from doing great work in Toronto, to doing great work with The Blue Man ...
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Season 8
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Episode 108
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46:45
Gamechangers - Wellness Optimizer - Dr. Heather Denniston
Health advice...that feels different.I've interviewed Dr. Heather Denniston three times over the past few months, and each time I have...I've learned something completely unexpected.Want to build a better life for yourself? This...
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Season 8
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Episode 107
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46:46
Gamechangers - Creative Force - David Brandy
It was 29 years ago this week that I first heard the name David Brandy.It was in a voicemail. He was offering me an interview, which turned out to be my first full time writing gig.David is a writer, Creative Director and "lens ...
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Season 8
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Episode 106
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49:59
Gamechangers - Speaker Coach - Michael Barris
What happens when you get two professional speakers together?This is what happens – 46 intriguing moments on how Michael Barris build a brilliant career as a jazz guitarist, journalist, teacher and coach. Listen up...and steal steal ste...
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Season 8
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Episode 105
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46:18
Gamechangers - Mentalist and Magician - Savio Joseph
Funny story. I was leaving a keynote session last week and bumped into this guy before I headed to my car. "This guy" turned out to be Canada's Got Talent magician, mentalist and hypnotist Savio Joseph.And does he ever have...
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Season 8
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Episode 104
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47:01
Gamechangers - Communications Pro - Gary Wise
What does a comms pro, ESPN poker writer and Magic the Gathering HoFer (seriously) do for inspiration?Find out in this edition of The Playbook Game Changers, as we bring Gary Wise into the studio.This season is all about the thi...
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Season 8
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Episode 103
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45:18
Gamechangers - Creative Leader - Jason Thomson
The Playbook is just passing YEAR THREE of shows – and we’re celebrating with a Brand. New. Season.Season 08 is called “Gamechanger” – where we talk to a whole bunch of smart people about the things that have changed their professional ...
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Season 8
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Episode 102
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47:01
How to include supports that get the most out of everyone with Hannah Whitaker
You may have heard the term "neurodiversity" in your recent travels, and wondered "what does that mean?"It's all part of a path to understand how to get the most out of people. Event specialist Hannah Whitaker is on the show this week t...
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Season 7
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Episode 101
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46:02
How to persuade someone (without being evil) with Marsha Shandur
You want to change someone's mind about something. You know the skills of persuasion.How do you do it in a way that doesn't leave everyone feel icky and weird?This week on the 100th episode of the show, we have Marsha Shandur to...
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Season 7
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Episode 100
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46:26
How to make a comeback at work (after a health scare)
Chris Elkerton had a brain aneurysm in the middle of a meeting.16 months later, he's back at work.It's an incredible journey from which anyone can learn. How Chris made the Comeback...this week on The Playbook.Segment...
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Season 7
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Episode 99
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47:02
How to make a feature film (or anything awesome) in 7 days
Ooo - this is a gooooood episode.The super tense film Sway is about to have its Toronto premiere this weekend. We've got producers, actors, directors and writers galore - because the story BEHIND the making of the film is also super fas...
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Season 7
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Episode 98
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54:52
How to choose what to learn with Elaine Mah
Podcasts. Masterclasses. Learning Management Systems. Infographics. Linkedin. Community College Classes.Holy crumb...there is a LOT of choice when it comes to what we want to learn and where we should be learning it.Where do we ...
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Season 7
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Episode 97
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48:35
How to break into the brain of an audience with Ben Moorsom
Segment 01 – The ProblemHere’s the problem…I just helped my company launch a brand new marketing campaign – advertising, social media, PR, the whole thing. The numbers are trending really well. But something feels off, and...
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Season 7
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Episode 96
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45:57
How to create an effective presentation in no time at all with Jason Thomson (yeah, the host)
Jason has a presentation to give at the super awesome GO WEST event in Edmonton.And he has 11 days to get it together.On this episode, we follow Jason as he considers his content and begins to build towards his rehearsal. He vac...
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Season 7
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Episode 95
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45:34
How to "sit" with something difficult with Annie Meehan
Sometimes – you can’t solve your problem in real time. Sometimes, you just need to know when to sit with something, or to accept and move on. This week, super author Annie Meehan helps you sort this out for your career and your life....
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Season 7
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Episode 94
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47:20
How to set disabled employees up for success with Rebecca Summerfield
From neurodivergent through mental health, our workforce continues to fragment and diversify. 20 years ago, hiring someone who was disabled was an occasional though for most businesses. As we understand more, we learn to unlock the potential of...
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Season 7
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Episode 93
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46:37
How to be less lonely (professionally and personally) with Joelle Parent-Proulx
This edition of The Playbook is going to resound BIG TIME with so many of you.In our hyperconnected world, people are feeling more lonely than ever before. Luckily, my friend Joelle Parent-Proulx has been doing a LOT of thinking...
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Season 7
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Episode 92
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49:33
How to actually address mental health
If you struggle with your mental fitness and mental health (or work with someone who does), you want to listen to Leslie Bennett on this week’s show.Every time I have a conversation with Leslie, I walk away with so many new ideas, strat...
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Season 7
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Episode 91
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54:11
How to understand sustainability with Chance Thompson
Want to instantly confuse someone? Ask them the question, "how do I REALLY embrace the idea of sustainability?"We talk about building more sustainable lives. The question is – how do we LIVE those lives. This week on The Playbook,...
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Season 7
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Episode 90
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46:07