Be The Change

Get your tights ready, our guest this week is none other than Stephan Azulay, a dancer in the Royal Winnipeg Ballet (RWB). We chat about his path into dance, having resoluteness in your passion and living a life of adventure; One that's taken him from Australia to Las Vegas, New York and now Winnipeg. Check out Stephan and the RWB next month, where they will be showcasing "The Wizard of Oz". There's some great deals for the under 35 crowd on the RWB website (https://www.rwb.org/whats-on/access-pointe/) BUY TICKETS FOR THE UPCOMING SHOW: https://buy.rwb.org/single/EventListing.aspx You can find Stephan on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/stephanazulay/ You can visit the Royal Winnipeg Ballet at: Website: https://www.rwb.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rwballet/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/RWBallet Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RWBallet Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/canadasrwb We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com Find us on social media: Facebook: https://fa

It's tough to have conversations about mental health, grief and loss. To open up about our stories and how we have been affected is a vulnerable place. Getting the talk started is one of the biggest steps. This is exactly what we do with Avery Tom & Dakota Charron. We talk about The See Through Initiative - that supports mental health awareness and resources. Plus, we chat about "Behind OUR Eyes" - an upcoming creative anthology of local people's experiences on dealing with mental health issues. You can find The See Through Initiative at: Website: https://theseethroughinitiative.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theseethroughinitiative/ If you want to collaborate on "Behind OUR Eyes" and share your mental health story, art or photos, feel free to reach out to Avery at https://theseethroughinitiative.com/contact-us We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com

Three bearded men at the table for the podcast this week as we are joined by the master craftsman, Brent Biglow! We chat about harmonious development of wood products; the trials and tribulations of being a creative; and, define a podcast as a determinant of time. You can find Brent Biglow and Biglow Woodcraft at: https://www.biglowwoodcraft.com/ https://www.instagram.com/biglowwoodcraft/ We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps

A huge warm welcome to Amie Seier, biker and boxer extraordinaire, opening The Community Gym in Winnipeg, your one stop group fitness shop, offering specialized classes in four different mediums. Its four main classes are Cycle (Spin), Calm (Yoga), Camp (Bootcamp), and Crush (Boxing). It is set to open in Spring 2019! We talk what it takes to go out and follow your dreams and how to stay healthy while still having fun!  Amie made a big a leap from transitioning from the corporate world to the health and fitness industry in order to follow her dreams! You can find The Community Gym online at: https://thecommunitygym.ca/ We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps

Dylan is a standout receiver for the U of M Bisons, earning Canada-West All-Star status and an invite to the upcoming CFL Combine We talk his journey through football; Dealing with the ups and downs of life; and, the thirst for knowledge that sets him apart from the competition If you've ever wanted to learn the secrets of getting to the top of your game in sport and life... Tune in! You can find Dylan on the field and on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/shooooter6/ We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps

Excited to bring you this week's episode with Steve Ramos, creator of FIT/PAK and FEAR/LESS, a "lifestyle movement and community of people who want to be better for themselves mentally and physically." We chat about starting a clothing and lifestyle brand, dealing with depression and pursuing the life of your dreams. If you're looking for inspiration on how to overcome obstacles and CRUSH YOUR GOALS, you've come to the right place. . Check out FIT/PAK on instagram or their website: https://www.instagram.com/teamfitpak/ https://www.teamfitpak.com/ For some amazing gear, head over to https://www.teamfitpak.com/ - FEAR/LESS hoodies are out now!  We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps

Please join us in welcoming Tessa Blaikie Whitecloud & Hanwakan Blaikie Whitecloud to the podcast! We talk Tessa's Executive Director role with 1JustCity which supports Winnipeg's under-loved (through an array of support and initiatives); Hanwakan's directing/producing of films centering on Indigenous identity through Wakan Productions; and, we have an honest conversation about truth and reconciliation within Canada. Thank you to @futureleadersmb for making this podcast possible. Tickets for the January ceremony are going fast, get yours today! You can find Hanwakan and Tessa on: Hanwakan's Website: https://hbwhitecloud.com/ Hanwakan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hbwhitecloud/ Hanwakan's Twitter: https://twitter.com/hbwhitecloud Tessa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessawhitecloud/ Tessa's Twitter: https://twitter.com/TessaWhitecloud 1JustCity can be found at: Website: https://www.1justcity.ca/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1JustCity/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/1justcity You

Join us in welcoming the queen of community building Margaux Miller to the podcast! We talk her roles with TedX Winnipeg, Winnipeg Art Gallery, Maven Action Committee and Innovation Alley at North Forge; Plus we talk volunteerism, living a full life and good wine Thank you to Future Leaders of Manitoba for making this podcast possible! Tickets for the January ceremony are available now! You can find Margaux Miller on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margauxmiller/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/margauxanne Twitter: https://twitter.com/MargauxAMiller Related Links: TEDxWinnipeg: https://tedxwinnipeg.ca/ Winnipeg Art Gallery: https://www.wag.ca/ Innovation Alley: http://www.innovationalley.com/ North Forge: https://www.northforge.ca/ ICTAM: http://www.ictam.ca/ Future Leaders of Manitoba: http://futureleadersofmanitoba.ca/ We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bet

We welcome back Josh Robinson to the podcast in celebration of our 25th episode. We talk the MASK OF MASCULINITY, SPORT/WORKOUT CULTURE and RELATIONSHIPS while drinking scotch on this wild episode. Get ready for us to talk in accents, "beak" each other and share stories from our darkest depths. VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED (for language and potentially offensive subject matter) Josh is a personal trainer in Winnipeg. You can find him at GoodLife Fitness on Kenaston. You can also follow him on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/robinsonthe... We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps

We welcome the multi-talented man of the arts, Eric Plamondon! We chat about his role as Executive Director of Artspace in Winnipeg, as well as being comfortable in your own skin and overcoming adversity in pivotal career moments! Sit back, relax, and take in what the Arts Culture in Winnipeg has to offer! We would like to thank Future Leaders Manitoba for helping make this episode possible! You can find Artspace in Winnipeg at 425-100 Arthur Street and also online at: Website: https://art-space.ca/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/artspace_wpg You can find some of Eric Plamondon hard at work in Artspace or some of his personal work on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user16330779 We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps

Welcome Andi Sharma, policy analyst, masters in Public Administration, and working with the Northern Healthy Foods Initiative (NHFI) to create systemic change and help bring more healthy, affordable, and culturally appropriate food to Northern Manitoba. We talk about the needed change in social systems and overcoming sorrowful experiences and finding balance in a fast-paced life. You can find Andi Sharma at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andisharma1 Her Tedx Talk can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JD_1oqLhWts We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps

Join us in welcoming the talented Mike Peters, photographer, director, and owner of May Contain studios. We talk photography and media, and having an eye for detail and finding your passion. Lights, camera, action! You can find Mike Peters at: Website: https://mikepetersmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/93mp/ You can find May Contain Studios at: Website: https://www.maycontainstudios.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maycontainstudios/ We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps

With a voice made for radio, please welcome Jordan "JJ" Mikolash, Hype-man for the Winnipeg Football Collective to this week's episode! We talk about the rapidly growing touch football community in Manitoba and the outstanding level of competition surrounding it. Riley and J.J. get into their past football and sports experience and talk about the importance of balance in life and where family falls into the bigger picture. You can find the Winnipeg Football Collective at: Website: http://www.winnipegfootballcollective.ca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winnipegfootballcollective/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/wpg_collective?lang=en You can find and contact JJ at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exjordanary91/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/exjordanary91 We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps

This week we welcome Leah and Brad, co-founders/creators of FLOAT.Calm, Winnipeg Floatation Therapy, to the podcast. This dynamic duo joins us for a talk about floating (sensory deprivation or float therapy), the origins of their business, FLOAT.Calm, and the benefits to floating, both mentally, physically, and spiritually. Why not give floating a shot. Use discount code "BeTheChange" on http://FLOATCalm.com for 10% off any regular priced item on the online store. Now is the perfect time to give it a shot! You can check out FLOAT.Calm at 337C Pembina Winnipeg, MB, or on their website at: http://www.floatcalm.com You can also follow Leah, Brad, and FLOAT.Calm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/floatcalm/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/floatcalm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/float.calm/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/floatcalm Google+: https://plus.google.com/+Floatcalm We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com Find us on social media: Facebook: https://faceb

Welcome Scarlett Kol, published author, storyteller, and "believer of magic and things that keep you up at night." She hails from Northern Manitoba and has written books such as "Wicked Descent" and "Mercury Rises" with a new book, "Keeper of Shadows" on its way! Scarlett provides insight into her writing process as well as the struggles she has overcome in order to embrace her love of writing and storytelling. You can find Scarlett Kol and buy her books from her website: http://scarlettkol.com/ You can also follow her on twitter at: https://twitter.com/scarlettkol Intro music provided by Oskar Mike: https://www.oskarmike.com/ We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps

This week, we are joined by the diverse and talented Luc Bernard on the podcast. Get ready for talk about beekeeping, prepping for an MMA fight and all about how chill us Canadians are. It doesn't get any sweeter than this. Come see what the buzz is all about! Intro music provided by Oskar Mike: https://www.oskarmike.com/ You can follow Luc on Instagram at: http://www.instagram.com/happy_honey_mb We have a website! Check us out at: http://www.bethechangeyps.com Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps

Welcome the dynamic and philanthropic Karly Tardiff, creator of the "Winnipeg Is Good" campaign. We chat travel, working through personal struggles and making a positive difference in the community. Get ready, here we go! You can find Karly on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karly_tardiff/ Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps

We chat with the wise jack of all trades, Spencer Johnston. All bases are covered in this one; We talk philosophy, coffee, music mythological creatures, and what it means to be a good person in today's society. Don't turn that dial! You'll want to sit in for this one. Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps

It's a pleasure to welcome the unparalleled and jack of all trades, Mo Leggett, CFL All Star, #31 from the Winnipeg Blue Bombers defence to the podcast! We talk the trials and tribulations of a career in professional football, being genuine to yourself as a person & life beyond football. Look for the pink cap out on the field and all-around good character on this episode of Be The Change! Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps You can find Mo Leggett on the field with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, but also online at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almighty31/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/almighty31 Snapchat: RealAlmighty31 If you're traveling anywhere, be sure to send an email to: leggetttravels@gmail.com

We welcome Christian Pierce, law student and former Vice President of UMSU (University of Manitoba Students' Union). We talk about the importance of finding a career that you love as well as what it takes to get there. We also discuss morals in jobs and the misconceptions about lawyers in our society and what it means to have an identity in this day and age. Come gather around and listen to a captivating conversation with our guest, Christian Pierce. Find us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeyps Instagram: https://instagram.com/bethechangeyps