Jamie Wheal is the Executive Director of The Flow Genome Project and leading expert in the neurophysiology of human performance. His work combines a background in expeditionary education, wilderness medicine, and surf rescue, with over a decade of advising high-growth companies on strategy, execution, and leadership. Jamie's coaching ranges from Fortune 500 companies like Cisco, Google, and Nike, to the U.S. Naval War College, and Red Bull. You'll find him speaking on the intersection of science and human potential to diverse, high-performance communities like Young President's Organization, Summit Series, TED, and MaiTai Global. At the Flow Genome Project, he leads a team of the world’s top scientists, athletes, and artists dedicated to mapping the genome of the peak-performance state known as Flow. He lives on the Colorado River with his wife Julie, their two kids Lucas and Emma, and a righteous Golden Retriever named Cassie.

Hamilton Souther is a CEO, Master Shaman ofvisionary plant medicines and founder of BlueMorpho Shamanic Ayahuasca and SacredPlant Retreat Center in the Peruvian Amazon(www.bluemorphotours.com). Over the last12 years, Hamilton has meticulously studiedand mapped modern mental illnesses to helpthousands of his clients from around theworld with depression, anxiety, drugaddiction and PTSD.

What is it about floating that makes it such a great therapy for anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other disorders? Dr. Justin Feinstein is one of the leading floatation therapy researchers in the world, and he’s most interested in learning about brain-behavior relationships and how floating can help those with anxiety disorders. We are joined by Dr. Feinstein and Flux, a PhD researcher working with him in the field, to discuss floatation therapy as exposure therapy, the anti-anxiety effects of floating, and what the future of floatation therapy research has in store. Key takeawaysWhat is neuropsychology?Interoception and sensory enhancementExposure therapyThe anti-anxiety effects of floatingDepression is the most disabling condition in the worldWhat is the active ingredient of floating?Future research in floatation therapyResources:Dr. Justin Feinstein at LIBRFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvAndyZaremba.comMindfulMass.orgUse the Promo code Vancouver Real for a 20% discount on a single Float at Float House. Vancouver Real Media Inc. 

What does it mean to know the true self and align to a higher octave? Today we have an amazing return guest, Paul Selig, a psychic medium, clairaudient, and channeler who is also accompanied by the Guides. Tune in to learn about the process of realizing the true self, what it means to release the limitation of the collective that we’ve inherited, and how the divine is in everything. Key takeawaysHow Paul works with the GuidesWho are the Guides and why are they here?Realization is a processAligning to the higher octave The divine in everythingResources:PaulSelig.comFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvAndyZaremba.comManTalks.comMindfulMass.orgVancouver Real Media Inc.

How can spirit plant medicines and psychedelics help us heal? Dr. Dan Engle is back on the show to discuss his experience with plant medicines, healing on multiple levels, and the work he’s doing right now in transformational medicine.Listen to learn about the Lower, Middle, and Upper worlds of Shamanism; how they relate to the psyche and different types of plant medicines; and why integration is so important in the healing process.   Key takeawaysA brief discussion on spirit plant medicinesWhat is huachuma? Shamanism and ‘lower, middle, and upper worlds’Dr. Dan’s work at Revival Treatment CentersHow does ketamine help treatment resistant depression?He shares two of his biggest epiphanic experiencesDr. Dan Engle is a psychiatrist with a clinical practice that combines aspects of regenerative medicine, psychedelic research, integrative spirituality, and peak performance. His medical degree is from the University of Texas at San Antonio. His psychiatry residency degree is from the University of Colorado in Denver, and his child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship degree is from Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. Engle is an international consultant to several global healing centers facilitating the use of long-standing indigenous plant medicines for healing and awakening.  He is the Founder and Medical Director of Kuya Institute for Transformational Medicine in Austin, Texas; Full Spectrum Medicine, a psychedelic integration and educational platform; and Thank You Life, a non-profit funding stream supporting access to psychedelic therapies. Dr. Engle is the author of The Concussion Repair Manual: A Practical Guide to Recovering from Traumatic Brain Injuries, as well as his new book, A Dose of Hope: A Story of MDMA-Assisted Psychotherapy.Connect with Dr. Dan:www.drdanengle.com www.fullspectrummedicine.com www.kuya.life www.thankyoulife.org----Dr. Dan's Updated Disclaimer:The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical recommendation, diagnosis, or treatment. The use of information in this podcast is at one’s own discretion, and is not an endorsement of use given the complexity inherent in these medicines, and the current variable widespread illegality of their usage.Resources:DrDanEngle.comFullSpectrumMedicine.comConcussionRepairManual.comFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvAndyZaremba.comMindfulMass.orgVancouver Real Media Inc. 

What does it take to be an entrepreneur and succeed in starting your own business? Kieron Sweeney is “The Strategic Mentor,” and he helps entrepreneurs, small business owners, and executives accelerate their success with proven methods from his own personal experience, wisdom, and knowledge. Listen to learn how to recognize the most common stumbling blocks for entrepreneurs and how you can overcome them to have a successful lifestyle business you’re passionate about and enjoy. Key takeawaysTiming is criticalYou have to be good at sellingOne big problem is undercapitalizationOptimizing work life balance is a struggleVisualization is an important toolAsk for help and find a mentorResources:KieronSweeney.comFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvAndyZaremba.comManTalks.comMindfulMass.org

What is the thirst of the heart and how do we find true fulfillment? Local legend Udo Erasmus is our guest on the show today. He’s been in the health industry for years, he created flaxseed oil in the 80s, he’s written multiple books, and he’s the man behind Udo’s Choice supplements. Tune in to learn what it means to be disconnected, how to find connection again, and how to live your longest, healthiest, happiest life. Key takeaways:Connection and disconnection: what does it mean, how does it happen?The reconnection, bringing the awareness back to its source, is a deliberate processUdo tells the story of his search for meaning and his realization that there was something inside him he wasn’t looking atGood and bad fats, an introductionA holistic approach to healthy living, eating, exercise, and mindfulnessResources:UdoErasmus.comUdosChoice.comFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvAndyZaremba.comManTalks.comMindfulMass.org

Technological advancements are moving faster than ever before. How does this change and affect our lives, our societies, and our world? Nikolas Badminton--Canadian futurist, researcher, and public speaker--is back on the show. So much has happened in the last two years since we last spoke to him, and he’s here to talk about 2019. Listen to learn what kinds of trends we might see this year in the realms of technology and global development and what questions we should be asking to better prepare and inspire positive change.  Key takeawaysNikolas has noted five trends and accompanying questions for 2019 that will have a huge impact on the world for the next 20-30 yearsWhy are so many tech titans hitting the national headlines?What’s the smart city conundrum?No government is prepared for the mass automation of certain industriesA changing world means changing the way we teach and learnThe next billion users of any tech system are in AfricaResources:NikolasBadminton.comFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvAndyZaremba.comManTalks.comMindfulMass.orgVancouver Real Media Inc. 

Can anger be a good thing? “We’re supposed to get angry,” says Alistair Moes of Moose Anger Management. It’s when we suppress our emotions, stress, and hurt, that anger becomes a problem, in essence, taking control of our actions and sometimes even our lives.Listen to learn how just a simple, yet essential, mindfulness practice can help us listen to our bodies, increase interoception and empathy, and deal with our shame. Key takeaways:Anger can be constructive, it doesn’t have to be destructivePeople need to become more aware of what’s actually happening in their bodyWe’re not after perfection, we’re after improvementIt’s important that when these emotions hit us, we’re actually aware of themFloatation therapy is a great way to increase awareness and interoceptionResources: AngerMan.ca@mooseangermanagement on InstagramFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvAndyZaremba.comManTalks.comMindfulMass.orgVancouver Real Media Inc. 

What is flow state? And how does it help us dive deeper into personal growth?For Brian Carew, movement specialist and yoga instructor, it’s about putting yourself into a very present state. “It applies, outside of physical practice, to life in general. You have to be willing to lean just a little bit into the discomfort.” Listen to learn about Brian’s personal journey into a deeper understanding of himself through movement, how to listen to your intuition, and what having an open relationship has taught him about unconditional love. Key takeawaysYoga and one particular book allowed Brian to see himself for the first timeHe is more focused on dynamic flow of movement rather than static posesA carnivore diet helped him improve his relationship with foodDon’t try to find the “best way,” listen to your intuitionThe brighter you shine as a person, the more you can offer to this worldResources:Brian Carew’s Instagram

*note:  This podcast was recorded on Skype and we had some technical issues.  Please forgive the audio quality.  We felt it was still worth releasing because the information in the podcast was good.  Please bear with it.  “What does it look like to address the whole person on all levels--body, mind, heart, and soul?” Dr. Dan Engle is a psychiatrist with a clinical practice that combines aspects of regenerative medicine, psychedelic research, integrative spirituality, and peak performance. His medical degree is from the University of Texas at San Antonio. His psychiatry residency degree is from the University of Colorado in Denver, and his child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship degree is from Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. Engle is an international consultant to several global healing centers facilitating the use of long-standing indigenous plant medicines for healing and awakening.  He is the Founder and Medical Director of Kuya Institute for Transformational Medicine in Austin, Texas; Full Spectrum Medicine, a psychedelic integration and educational platform; and Thank You Life, a non-profit funding stream supporting access to psychedelic therapies. Dr. Engle is the author of The Concussion Repair Manual: A Practical Guide to Recovering from Traumatic Brain Injuries, as well as his new book, A Dose of Hope: A Story of MDMA-Assisted Psychotherapy.Connect with Dr. Dan:www.drdanengle.com www.fullspectrummedicine.com www.kuya.life www.thankyoulife.org----Dr. Dan's Updated Disclaimer:The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical recommendation, diagnosis, or treatment. The use of information in this podcast is at one’s own discretion, and is not an endorsement of use given the complexity inherent in these medicines, and the current variable widespread illegality of their usage.Listen to learn about the latest in psychedelic medical research and neurologic restoration and recovery, and how we can leverage crisis for transformation.Key takeawaysThe Concussion Repair Manual helps people recover from traumatic brain injuryWe haven’t genetically advanced our neurology to match the accelerated speed of technologyOpening the door for deeper subconscious workCrisis precedes transformationResources: DrDanEngle.comFullSpectrumMedicine.comConcussionRepairManual.comFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvAndyZaremba.comManTalks.comMindfulMass.org

What is the purpose of existence? What does it mean to align yourself to a higher frequency?Paul Selig is a psychic medium whose work is channeled as dictation from spiritual guides that speak to him with the goal of teaching and shepherding humankind into an awakening of our divine nature or true self. Listen to learn how Paul first gained this ability, how he communicates with the guides, and how their teachings can help you overcome fear and judgement, undergo personal transformation, and learn in a higher way.'Beyond the Known' workshop in Vancouver:  http://bit.ly/selig-vbc Key takeawaysPaul’s work as a channeler is like “taking dictation” from the guidesThe guides are teachers here to shepherd us into growthAn overarching theme of the books he channels is the transformation from the small self to the high selfNothing can be claimed unless it’s first a possibilityThe purpose of existence is to realize and know who you areResources:PaulSelig.comFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvAndyZaremba.comManTalks.comMindfulMass.orgWizeMonkey.com

Why is it so important for teachers of yoga and meditation--or any teachers in the wellness industry--to be in their highest level of awareness? Carolyn Anne Budgell teaches yoga and meditation in Vancouver. In the ten years she’s been teaching, she’s seen the importance of being intentional around what you’re presenting and putting out into the world, and the necessity of doing the inner work. Listen to hear how Carolyn chose the path of becoming a dedicated practitioner and teacher of both yoga and meditation, how it has impacted her life, and what it means to show up and be present for others. Key takeaways:How Carolyn chose the path of teaching meditation and yogaThe importance of being present and attentive with othersSometimes people are just waiting and looking for someone to give them permissionSharing as authentically as possible is so importantJust sit in meditation; don’t have the goal of trying to get clearResources:CarolynAnneBudgell.comFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvAndyZaremba.comManTalks.comMindfulMass.orgWizeMonkey.comVancouver Real Media Inc.  

With the recent volatility in the local Vancouver housing market, what do you need to know and how can you be prepared? Steve Saretsky--real estate agent, Vancouver housing expert, and producer of the Saretsky Report--offers insight on how to monitor the housing market and the importance being aware of market trends on a larger, global scale. Listen to learn what kinds of trends to look for in a market downturn, how to be prepared without panicking, and the benefits of gaining your own understanding of the economy.  Key takeawaysSteve produces content with a focus on financial education and a deep understanding of the real estate marketWhat’s happening right now in the Vancouver real estate market?Understanding what causes home prices to riseCanada is one of the most indebted countries in the worldEducation and economic awareness is valuableResources:VanCityCondoGuide.comSteve on TwitterFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvAndyZaremba.comManTalks.comMindfulMass.orgWizeMonkey.comUse the promo code 'Vancouver Real' to receive a 20% discount on a single Float!Vancouver Real Media Inc. 

April Bellia, founder of Granola Girl, understands that community often gathers around food. Her mission is to support women, collaborate, and work together, recognizing those women who are doing amazing things in their community and in the world. Listen to learn about April’s journey from starting small and growing her business into a successful brand with a message. She’s not just making tasty granola, she’s also impacting lives. Key takeawaysThe story of the Granola GirlGetting a women-centric granola brand into stores wasn’t easy in the beginningSupporting women: the message behind the brandEntrepreneurism, self care, and encountering the shadow Resources:Granola GirlAprilMayBellia.comFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvAndyZaremba.comManTalks.comMindfulMass.orgWizeMonkey.comUse the promo code 'Vancouver Real' to receive a 20% discount on a Single Float!If you know someone that should be a guest on Vancouver Real, pease send them this form.Stay tuned for our next round of the Life in Motion program starting early 2019!www.vancouverreal.tvVancouver Real Media Inc. 

Why are we experiencing an anxiety epidemic? And what can we do about it?Dr. Russell Kennedy is a medical doctor and neuroscientist, and he has suffered from anxiety since he was a child. With his unique background and experience, Dr. Kennedy shares ways to better understand how anxiety affects us and some valuable tips for learning to deal with it in our daily lives.  Listen to learn what’s really going on in the brain and the body when you’re experiencing anxiety, and what you can do to pull yourself out of it when it happens to you. Key takeaways:We live in one of the safest times in history, yet we are experiencing an anxiety epidemicMuch of anxiety is related to lonelinessNo one heals aloneStress physiology: what’s happening in the body?Stop thinking and get into feelingResources:Dr-Russ.comFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvAndyZaremba.comManTalks.comMindfulMass.orgIf you'd like to apply to be a guest on Vancouver Real, fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-PK2cpjWXjTk5t5OgEwVKbuNx2dml6YHDNLcN9hKujniLww/viewform  Vancouver Real Media Inc. 

What happens after raising a child into an adult? What then? Daniel Maté dives deep into the topic of the changing dynamics between parents and adult children and also discusses his new project called Walk With Daniel, something he describes as a mental chiropractic service for getting unstuck.Listen to learn what happens when we align our intentions with our thoughts, and how we can be mindful, compassionate, and curious in all of our relationships. Key takeaways:Walking is a great way to get mentally unstuckDaniel and his father Dr. Gabor Maté are working on a project called Hello Again that focuses on relationships between parents and adult childrenUnderstanding the common patterns and prototypes parents and adult children fall into can help improve relationshipsCompassionate curiosity is a great place to startResources: HelloAgainProject.comWalkWithDaniel.comDanielMate.comMichael MeadeJordan PetersonFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvAndyZaremba.comManTalks.comMindfulMass.org

We train for everything else, why not for giving birth? Sarah Jamieson is the CEO and Movement Coach at Moveolution in Vancouver. Her new women-specific program is helping empower women through the journey of childbirth--all the way from preconception to postpartum recovery.Listen to find out how diet, training, and mindfulness play an important part in the process of giving birth, and learn a helpful tool both men and women can use to incorporate movement into their daily lives. Key takeaways:Preparing for childbirth starts with preconceptionEvery pregnancy is unique and every postpartum is uniqueDiet is a huge factor in creating a healthy environment for carrying a babyThe goal with movement and training is getting ready for birth--not weight loss or aestheticsYou have to prepare your body and your mind for giving birth“Movement snacks” are a good way to get moving during your dayResources: ManTalks.comWiseMonkeyTea.comAndyZaremba.comFloathouse.caVancouverReal.tvMindfulMass.orgMoveolution.comSarah’s Instagram: @mobilityexercises or @moveolutionHosts: Andy ( @andyzaremba IG ) and Mike Zaremba.Sponsored by: Float House - Use the promo code "Vancouver Real" to save 20% off a single Float!Apply to be a guest on VR or recommend someone.  Fill out this form or send it to someone you'd like to hear on the show: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-PK2cpjWXjTk5t5OgEwVKbuNx2dml6YHDNLcN9hKujniLww/viewformwww.vancouverreal.tvVancouver Real Media Inc. 

What is coffee leaf tea? A smooth-tasting infusion made from the leaves of the coffee plant, coffee leaf tea is simple to brew, is light in caffeine, and has a variety of potential health benefits. Max Rivest, co-founder of Wize Monkey, explains how coffee leaf tea solves the problem of the seasonality of coffee production, providing year-round work for coffee farm employees, and why you should add it to your morning routine. Key takeaways:After overdosing on caffeine from coffee, Max Rivest decided to take a break from coffee and discovered coffee leaf teaThe original way to consume the coffee plant in Ethiopia was to drink tea from the leaves rather than roasting the beansThere are many potential health benefits to coffee leaf tea, and it is much lower in caffeine than coffeeCoffee leaf tea is sustainable: it provides a solution to the seasonal nature of the coffee industry because the leaves can be harvested during the off seasonResources: WizeMonkey.comFloathouse.caMindfulMass.orgManTalks.comAndyZaremba.comVancouvereal.tv

Will Blunderfield found his two passions in singing and teaching yoga, and he integrates both of these together beautifully in his kundalini yoga practice. Kundalini yoga is just one powerful tool of many that can bring healing into your life and promote self-love that allows you to “get high on your own supply.” Listen for an introduction to kundalini yoga, the “Yoga of Awareness,” and hear why it’s worth getting past the weirdness to give it a try. Key takeaways:Will’s passion for singing led him to discover a new passion: yogaThrough a dark time in his life, Will found kundalini yoga and began learningKundalini is the “Yoga of Awareness, helping you manage your energy and promoting self-loveThere are fears and misconceptions around the practice of kundalini yogaEveryone can benefit from kundalini; give it a try!Resources:WillBlunderfield.ca The Bi Urban Yogi PodcastFloathouse.caMindfulMass.orgManTalks.comAndyZaremba.comVancouvereal.tvHosts: Andy and Mike ZarembaIf you'd like to apply as a guest on the show visit www.andyzaremba.com and fill out the form.Sponsored by: www.floathouse.ca - Use the promo code 'Vancouverreal' to save 20% on a single Float.www.Vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

How does cannabis work as a spiritual ally? Stephen Gray, author of the book Cannabis and Spirituality: An Explorer’s Guide to an Ancient Plant Spirit Ally, is the coordinator and co-organizer of the eighth annual Spirit Plant Medicine Conference, which will take place on November 2-4, 2018 at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver, BC, Canada.Join us to learn how cannabis can be an invitation to reality and what it means to participate in the birth of the new human. **If you like what you hear, PLEASE leave us a rating and review!**Key takeawaysThis year’s Spirit Plant Medicine Conference will host an incredible lineup of guest speakersCannabis as a spiritual ally isn’t a drug-- it’s an invitation to realityThe way to learn the most about how to live well in this life is to calm and silence your mindHumans have reached a karmic dead-end, but the use of cannabis and other plant medicines create an opportunity for a cultural shiftExperience a spiritual cannabis-friendly ceremony on Saturday night of the Spirit Plant Medicine ConferenceResources: Floathouse.caManTalks.comMindfulMass.orgCannabis and SpiritualityCannabis and Spirituality Facebook Group2018 Spirit Plant Medicine ConferenceStephen’s bookHosts: Andy & Mike ZarembaSponsored by: www.Floathouse.ca -- Use the promo code 'VancouverReal' to save 20% on a single Float!If you'd like to apply as a guest on the podcast, visit www.andyzaremba.com and fill out the form. www.VancouverReal.tvVancouver Real Media Inc.  

How does anxiety impact our lives? Dr. Nima Rahmany’s work focuses on relational anxiety, which not only influences how we connect with others, but also has a huge effect on our health and happiness. Listen to hear Dr. Nima’s simple but valuable tools for self-regulating emotions, and an easy “hack” for activating the parasympathetic nervous system. Key takeaways:Dr. Nima Rahmany’s chiropractic patient work and his personal experience with anxiety inspired him to become a teacherTrauma is stored in the body, and it’s necessary to deal with anxiety cognitively as well as physiologicallyStep one is regaining balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systemsLearning self-regulation is essential to restoring intimacy and healing relational anxietyResources: Floathouse.caLifeinMotion.ioManTalks.comVancouver Real FBMindfulMass.orgAndyZaremba.comDrNima.comStephen Porges Polyvagal TheoryA Path with Heart: A Guide Through the Perils and Promises of Spiritual Life by Jack KornfieldHosts: Andy and Mike ZarembaApply to be a guest on the show: visit www.andyzaremba.com and fill out the forms.Sponsored by: www.floathouse.ca - Use the promo code 'Vancouverreal' to receive a 20% discount on a single Float.www.VancouverReal.tvVancouver Real Media Inc.  

Why is meditation so important and what are the potential benefits? Taught by his mother at an early age, Terry Sidhu has been meditating for most of his life, and he is now a meditation coach and teacher. In his professional work with clients, Terry notices many common issues that affect individuals across a wide spectrum. Listen to learn how meditation can reduce anxiety and enable you to push through the subconscious mind into the superconscious state where you feel empowered and more in control. Sponsor: www.floathouse.ca - Use the Promo code 'VancouverReal' to receive a 20% discount on a single Float. Key takeaways: - Meditation helps prevent anxiety by allowing you to completely detach - Meditation is a progression and happens in stages - The business of life coaching has its challenges - Learning to trust your instincts will help you achieve self-realization - Cannabis as a meditation tool “opens your mind like a lotus flower” Resources: Tsidhu.com VanCityLifeCoach.com Infinitelife.coach Floathouse.ca ManTalks.com AndyZaremba.com MindfulMass.org @420meditation on Instagram Hosts: Andy and Mike Zaremba Interested in being a guest on the show? Fill out the form at www.andyzaremba.com www.Vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media inc.

What does it really take to win? Drawing from the lessons and skills he learned while playing professional football, Angus Reid applies these principles to personal and professional goals, helping others through his inspirational public speaking and writing. Listen as Angus delivers a set of proven methods for reaching your highest potential. Key takeaways; - Know who you are and what makes you tick. - Create a vision for your life rather than a goal. - Find your outlet, go all in, and master the skill of trust. Resources: - AngusReid64.com - MindfulMass.org - ManTalks.com - Floathouse.ca Sponsored by: Float House - Use the promo code 'Vancouverreal' to save 20% on a single Float. Apply or recommend a guest: visit www.Andyzaremba.com www.VancouverReal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

With the legalization of cannabis in Canada going into effect just two weeks after the conference, this year’s Cannabis Hemp Conference & Expo will be an incredible time to learn, connect, meditate, and celebrate. Discount code is 'Empower' for 20% off tickets!!! Salimeh Tabrizi, founder of the Cannabis Hemp Conference, and Trevor Millar of MAPS Canada (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies) discuss the stigma shift around powerful plant medicines such as cannabis, ayahuasca, and Ibogaine as their benefits are more widely realized and accepted. Key takeaways: - The Cannabis Hemp Conference - Why your relationship with cannabis as a plant medicine matters - Ecology, integration, and shifting focus - Lifting the stigma: a call to action Resources: - CannabisHempConference.com - AndyZaremba.com - MindfulMass.org - ManTalks.com - Floathouse.ca - VancouverReal.tv - LibertyRoot.net - MAPSCanada.org - VibrantLifeCounselling.com Sponsore: www.floathouse.ca Use the promo code "VancouverReal" to get a 20% discount on a single Float! www.vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

Renee Jacobs is a public speaking coach who helps entrepreneurs, business professionals, and TEDx speakers tell their stories in front of audiences. Listen as she shares several proven methods anyone can utilize to increase effectiveness and confidence when speaking in public. Key takeaways: The four Ws--when, where, who, and what--of an engaging story provide the audience with context, character, and conflict. There is science to humor, and with enough planning, anyone can be funny (remember the Rule of Three). In order to inspire your audience into action, it’s essential to know who they are. Resources: publicspeakinginspirationintoaction.com/ MindfulMass.org ManTalks.com Floathouse.ca Hosts: Andy and Mike Zaremba Sponsor: www.FloatHouse.ca Use the promo code 'Vancouver Real' to get a 20% discount on a single Float. www.vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

Join us as we do a deep dive in learning how to ignite your passion for life with the founders of Warriorsage.com, Satyen and Suzanne Raja. The WarriorSage was founded by Satyen & Suzanne Raja with the mission to ignite passion, live freedom and embody love. For 2 decades, WarriorSage has provided hundreds of trainings & workshops internationally teaching tens of thousands of students the Art of the Warrior, the Art of Sage, and the Art of the Lover. Connect with them at https://warriorsage.com/ Hosts: Andy and Mike Zaremba Connect with Andy or apply as a guest on Vancouver real: www.andyzaremba.com Sponsored by: www.Floathouse.ca www.VancovuerReal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

Is a plant based lifestyle for you? In this interview we interviewed Luckie Sigouin, a Plant based athlete and life style advocate. He explains why he choose to go plant based and his answer might surprise you! He also shares his amazingly courageous story in support his partner through her cancer treatment. If you’d like to connect with Luckie, follow him on Youtube and Luckie Lifestyle or @luckieLifestyle on Instagram (linked below). Hosts: Andy and Mike Zaremba Sponsored by: www.floathouse.ca www.vancovuerreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

While healing professional and amateur athletes for over a decade. Matt Bennet has witnessed the impact of concussions on their family and career. The need for a treatment motivated me to find a solution. This solution is Brain Evolve: accessible, tested and the gold standard for developing new ways of aiding relief. This formula is easing the imbalance within the person suffering from physical, and psychological trauma due to injury. A essential blend of natural ingredients will aid sleep, improve energy and balance mood for the purpose of enhancing your lifestyle. Connect with Matt: http://bennettschoice.com/ Hosts: Andy and Mike Zaremba www.andyzaremba.com Sponsored by: www.floathouse.ca www.vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

On this episode we deep dive into the world of Shamanism with Robert Ellison. If you’d like to connect with Robert you can do so here: https://www.facebook.com/robert.ellison29 Hosts: Andy and Mike Zaremba Connect with Andy at www.andyzaremba.com Sponsored by www.floathouse.ca www.vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

This episode came to fruition because of a Facebook conversation about Dr. Jordan Peterson. Omid Pakbin later suggested a podcast with Alexander Boldizar to give a well put together critique of some of Jordan’s main arguments. Particularly why Dr. Peterson is incorrect in labeling people on the far left of the political spectrum Postmodern Neo Marxists. Connect with Alex: http://www.boldizar.com/blog/landing/ Hosts Andy and Mike Zaremba Connect with Andy: www.Andyzaremba.com www.vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

Curtis Stone is a farmer, author, speaker and consultant. His area of expertise is in quick growing, high value annual vegetables for direct consumer market streams. His book, The Urban Farmer demonstrates organic intensive techniques with a focus on business and systems to streamline labour and production. He offers a new way to think about farming. One where quality of life and profitability coexist. Curtis’ farm, Green City Acres is located in Kelowna, BC, Canada and was established in 2010. In an eight month growing season, the farm generates over $75,000 per year on only one third of an acre. This is done by specializing in a select group of high value, quick growing crops that allow for multiple plantings in the same beds as well as calculated intercropping strategies. The farm has been recognized internationally, as flag ship example of how profitable and productive urban agriculture can be. Connect with Curtis. Visit: theurbanfarmer.co greencityacres.com profitableurbanfarming.com Hosts Andy and Mike Zaremba Connect with Andy at www.Andyzaremba.com Sponsored by: Float House www.floathouse.ca - Use the promo code 'Vancouverreal' to save 20% on a single Float. www.vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

In order, Cam MacDougall has been a Criminal, Chef, Finance Executive, CrossFit & Lifestyle Coach, Social Entrepreneur and now Impact Driven Philanthropist and Blogger. Cam joins on the podcast to share his journey from a rough beginning to run his own business and now coaching! He shares many tools a tricks that have helped him along the way! Cam will also be riding mountain bikes from Banff to Mexico to raise awareness and funds for the Mental Health of our future generation. They have partnered with the Take A Hike Foundation to help at risk youth realize their true potential. Support Cam on his ride at Shorten the Divide (website below) Connect with Cam: www.cammacdougall.com www.cammacdougall.com/blog/ https://www.instagram.com/cammacdougall/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/cammacdougall/ https://twitter.com/cammacdougz Shorten The Divide (Impact Project) www.shortenthedivide.com https://www.instagram.com/shortenthedivide/ https://shortenthedivide.com/donate-today/ Hosts: Andy and Mike Zaremba Connect with Andy or apply as a guest on Vancouver Real at www.andyzaremba.com Sponsored by: Float House www.floathouse.ca: use the promo code "Vancouver Real to save 20% on a single float. www.Vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media inc.

Dr. Mohamed Abdel-Fattah, Clinical Associate Professor Psychiatry Department, UBC, discusses a not-so-commonly known problem within the healthcare system called iatrogenic disease. Iatrogenic disease is the result of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures undertaken on a patient. With the multitude of drugs prescribed to a single patient adverse drug reactions are bound to occur. Iatrogenic (of a disease or symptoms) induced in a patient by the treatment or comments of a physician. Learn what you can do to protect your family or yourself from this dangerous problem. Hosts: Andy and Mike Zaremba Connect with Andy www.andyzaremba.com Sponsored by: www.floathouse.ca Vancouver Real Media Inc.

Jade Karling Black is a published author, lifestyle blogger, grief researcher and certified life skills coach. She writes on addiction, spiritual wellness and grief dreams. Additionally, Jade has endured her own personal struggles which she fearlessly details in her memoir, Quiet Mind, Open Heart. Jade is a hopeful and steadfast believer in positive radical change and has dedicated her practice to this objective. My IG is @jadekarlingcoaching The link to the Grief Dreams podcast on iTunes is: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/grief-dreams-podcast/id1121785602?mt=2 Hosts Andy and Mike Zaremba IG @andyzaremba @Floating Yogi Connect with Andy www.andyzaremba.com Sponsored by: Float House www.floathouse.ca www.vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

Dave Weale is the founder and CEO of the Grind Bar. Dave has been on a mission to help people live healthier, happier lives for years. This journey has taken him through many different experiences and into learning about many different facets of the human experience. Connect with Dave at www.groundedcbd.com Hosts Andy @andyzaremba and Mike Zaremba @floatingyogi connect with Andy www.andyzaremba.com Sponsored by: www.floathouse.ca Vancouver Real Media Inc.

Dr. Kayvon K. is a simplifier. He's a consultant and coach to entrepreneurs... As his ventures continue to grow and change, Kayvon sets his sights on helping other entrepreneurs create their own best businesses and best lives. He says, “There’s more than one way to get there, more than one right answer. Half of the fun is just finding your own way!” A medical doctor turned consultant / coach definitely is a unique twist of fate and it was amazing to hear it in person from this very dynamic and experienced soul. www.lessdoingmasterclass.com Sponsored by: Float House​ www.floathouse.ca www.VancouverReal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

Sherry is the author of Return to Food - the life- changing anti-diet. Having been twice her present size, Sherry lost the weight without dieting and details her philosophical approach to developing a healthy relationship with food, your body and the planet. She has been a chef, nutritionist, food philosopher, the Victorian Chair of Nutrition Australia, the Melbourne President of Slow Food and the Co- Founder of the World Wellness Summit. Former TED Alumni and TEDxTokyo 2009 Presenter. Presently she runs the Return to Food Academy which is an online school training food coaches to make a healthy living and is the creator of the Sweet Freedom Project - which is dedicated to helping people get sugar-free naturally for life. Connect with Sherry: www.returntofood.com and www.sweetfreedom.ca With hosts Andy and Mike Zaremba Sponsored by: www.floathouse.ca www.vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

Camille is an artist, teacher, poet and mother of four. Her mission is to end the isolation of women and families who struggle with maternal mental illness. Connect to Camille: https://www.camillemehta.com/about.html Hosts Andy and Mike Zaremba www.Vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

Victoria Welsby is a body image activist, confidence expert and Adjunct Professor. She helps people fall in love with themselves and is dedicated to changing the way we view fat bodies. Connect with Victoria at http://www.bampowlife.com/ Hosts: Andy and Mike Zaremba Connect with us www.vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

With PhDs in both Clinical Psychology and Holistic Medicine, Dr. Carlos de León has spent more than 35 years in related research, study, and practitioner experience, particularly in the area of personal transformation. As the founder of the Mexican Association for Psychotherapy and Transpersonal Development, Carlos not only regularly shares his teachings, but also, and perhaps more significantly, has brought them together in the model of Ontogony, an inquiring discipline for the research, study, and development of liberating tools and paradigms.

Roger is a world-renowned advocate and educator for advancing senior care and well-being. He is a geriatrics doctor, clinical professor, Executive Associate Dean, and 13th President of Canadian Geriatrics Society.

Amy Color is an intimacy and intimacy trauma expert specializing in sexual health and empowerment. She is a master life, intimacy coach, sex therapist and holds multiple therapeutic certifications. If you want to #AskAmy your questions (anonymously), email [email protected] Visit Amy's website https://www.intimatewithamy.com/ Hosts: Andy and Mike Zaremba www.vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

Claire Snyman is an author, blogger and advocate for patient and healthcare collaboration. She is passionate about inspiring people to put their health in their own hands. Since being diagnosed in 2010 with a non-malignant brain tumor and brain surgery in 2012, she realized the importance of partnering with her healthcare team and becoming her body’s own advocate. She co-authored a collaborative study between patients and neurosurgeons at Johns Hopkins University: The impact of surgical resection on headache disability and quality of life in patients with colloid cyst (Cephalalgia, May 10, 2016). She presented this work at MedX-Ed in April 2017: Patient and health care professional collaborations – shaping the future. She recently initiated a new study focused on quality of life in patients with glioblastoma muiltforme, keen to ensure more information is available about this aggressive form of brain cancer. Her key focus is looking for ways to guide people to put their health in their hands and work with their healthcare partners to achieve better outcomes. She currently volunteers with the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada as the chair of the BrainWAVE BC program. She can be found at www.twosteps.ca.

The multi-talented Métis performer, Andrea Menard, is a true renaissance woman; she is a singer, a speaker, writer, and an actor. She has performed for royalty, prime ministers, senators, ambassadors, governor generals and even sang her song “Peace” to the world’s NATO generals. Andrea’s voice is lyrical, raw, and reminiscent of the jazz and blues singers of the 1940's, yet she captures the depth, humour and wisdom of her ancestors.

Sarah Morgan is an entrepreneur with a fresh perspective on innovation, leveraging her Masters Thesis in LED Lighting and Biomimicry, with applied commercial manufacturing experience. She is the CEO & Founder of Nano-Lit Technologies; a company focused on next generation lighting using Quantum Dots and Advanced Manufacturing. Her previous role as a Lecturer in design for the Space Industry won her an Innovation award. https://www.nano-lit.com/ Also joined with Morgan Maryk CEO or Recharged http://www.recharged.ca/ Visit www.vancouverreal.tv for more episodes. Vancouver Real Media Inc.

Our next instalment of the Tedx Stanley Park series features Zamina Mithani. Zamina is a business management student and the president of the Interfaith Collaboration for Kindness Foundation. She is passionate about diversity, social responsibility, and values-based leadership. With hosts Andy and Mike Zaremba Sponsored by www.floathouse.ca - use the promo code Vancouver Real to receive a 20% discount on a single Float! www.vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

Tedx Stanley Park Speaker, Dominic, is a husband, father and an entrepreneur. He asks himself “How can I..?” and “What if…” and helps leaders up their game by using new ways of seeing. Connect with Dominic here: https://zorbusiness.com/ www.Vancouverreal.tv Vancouver Real Media Inc.

During his final years of Med school, Mohammed Alsaleh was forced to flee Syria after surviving imprisonment and torture by the Assad regime for his involvement in the peaceful Syrian uprising. Fleeing to neighboring Lebanon, he had lost all hope facing hardships of forced displacement until his hope was restored by Canada. In 2014, he was offered a new opportunity in life as one of the first 28 Syrian refugee arrivals ever resettled in BC. Since then, Mohammed has been building a new life in Metro Vancouver while resuming his activism as a public speaker and volunteer at various public engagements, raising awareness and helping other newcomers settle in Canada.
 He currently serves as a Refugee Resettlement worker with Immigrant Services Society of BC. His journey from Syria to Canada and his work with refugees was featured in the documentary "Welcome to Canada". www.Vancouverreal.tv Sponsored by: Float House www.floathouse.ca Host: Andy Zaremba IG @AndyZaremba and Mike Zaremba IG @floatingyogi Vancouver Real Media Inc.

Andy and Mike only. No guest. Just catching up, reflecting, and looking forward! Happy New Year to everyone! We look forward to connecting with you again in 2018. Join our mailing list for upcoming community events and podcast releases @ http://vancouverreal.tv/ If you're on Facebook, we have a community page there too: https://www.facebook.com/groups/VancouverRealCommunity/

Author, activist, entrepreneur, environmentalist, master herbalist; Klaus Ferlow. www.neemfoundation.org www.neemresearch.ca www.ferlowbotanicals.com

Stephen is a teacher, author, storyteller, spiritual activist, farmer and founder of the Orphan Wisdom School, a teaching house and learning house for the skills of deep living and making human culture. It is rooted in knowing history, being claimed by ancestry, working for a time ​yet to come.​ https://orphanwisdom.com/

Ben Goresky is a counsellor, a coach, and explorer of consciousness. He is the founder of Evolving Man, a site dedicated to creating inspiring content for men who want to expand consciousness and evolve in relationships, masculinity, and health. Ben joins us to share his intimate personal journey of healing using the sacred plant medicine Ayahuasca. Check out Ben's page and support him if you're called to his work. https://www.evolvingman.ca

Nomad, minimalist, martial artist, physical educator, breath work educator, strength and conditioning coach. http://www.maxwellsc.com/ Steve led a Vancouver Real meet-up this Fall to a sold out community focusing on breath work and various exercises to improve cellular oxygen utilization. Always a pleasure to have Steve join us!

This episode features two of the organizers for the annual Spirit Plant Medicine Conference hosted at UBC, presented by Conscious Living Network. We are joined by Celina and Stephen who share what this conference is all about, why they feel it is so important for the awakening of humanity and what to expect this year. Use the promo code "REAL" to save $22 OFF your ticket this year, happening Nov. 4 & 5, 2017. Tickets and more info at: https://spiritplantmedicine.com

Dr. John Demartini is a human behavioural specialist, founder of the Demartini Institute, international best-selling author, educator and business consultant working with CEOs of Fortune 500 companies, celebrities and sports personalities. He provides answers to questions and practical solutions to life’s challenges in numerous keynote presentations, workshops, television, radio and print interviews, published books, CDs, DVDs and online downloads. Globally he has worked with individuals and groups across all markets, sectors and age groups including government leaders, entrepreneurs, financiers, psychologists, health professionals, teachers and young adults, assisting and guiding them to greater levels of achievement, fulfillment and empowerment in all areas of life. Dr. Demartini will be here in Vancouver for two exciting events – visit the official website for tickets and more information http://consciouslivingradio.org/demartini-in-vancouver/ “Accessing Your Seven Greatest Powers” on Oct 10th, 2017 – 7 PM- 10 PM and “Financial Freedom and Mastery” – Oct 12th, 2017 – 9 AM- 9 PM at Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre 711 W. Broadway @ Heather Street, Vancouver, BC V5Z 3Y2

We are joined by two of the executive members of the University of British Columbia Free Speech Club, Angelo Isidorou and Cooper Asp. We explore the reason the Free Speech Club to be and why it is important. They also wanted to share with our community the event they will be hosting with Dr. Jordan B. Peterson this coming Nov. 2017. See links below for details. FSC Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/UBCFreeSpeechClub/ Update: the event the FSC is promoting is sold out, here it is: http://chancentre.com/events/dr-jordan-b-peterson-live/ There is a 2nd event not affiliated with the FSC still: https://www.picatic.com/canadawestregionalconference

Sean McCormick is a life-coach with LIFE MBA and is also the founder and owner of Float Seattle and Float Bellevue. He’s very enthusiastic about self-knowledge and exploration, personal and professional development and typically works with clients who are seeking something “more” from life. Those who have done all they thought they should and realize on some level there must be something else. Sean is a super fun guest and it was an honour and pleasure to have this conversation with him. Sean’s workshop Oct. 28 - https://www.life-mba.com http://www.seanmccormick.org http://www.floatseattle.com

Dr. Carlos de Leon is a very special guest who synchronistically came into our awareness and we sure glad he did! A Ph D. in Clinical Psychology and Holistic Medicine, he is the founder of the Ontogony centre. A multidisciplinary based approach to Self-Realization. In this episode we go deep down the hole of a rabbit and discuss Out of Body Experiences, what it is and how to do it, shadow integration, Self-realization, death, and the issues around so many ancient, lesser known spiritual traditions and lineages are being lost. We'll be hosting a special event with Dr. Carlos de Leon Nov. 9, 2017 at the Ontogony centre for FREE. **Get your tickets here** --> https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/free-event-discover-the-universe-of-the-unconscious-wdr-carlos-de-leon-floathouse-tickets-37626823843?aff=es2 http://ontogony.com/

Don Howard Lawler is an American born, Peruvian citizen who has been practicing the art of sacred plant shamanism for 50 years. Don Howard is the founder and principal maestro of Peruvian Spirit Quest Listening to the Plants, traditional retreats and pilgrimages exploring the deepest roots of traditional Peruvian shamanism, and focusing on holistic healing, personal transformation, and realization of ancient shamanic spiritual truth. As a life-long shamanic practitioner, don Howard combines extensive knowledge of ethnobotany, pre-columbian Peruvian archeology, and traditional archaic shamanism to guide profoundly stimulating and transformative experiences for the serious seeker. This episode was recorded during a 2-week retreat hosts Andy and Mike were on with don Howard in July of 2017. It was an honour for us to sit down with this man and dive deep into his primary calling of Huachuma shamanism, post-columbian known as San Pedro. Do not miss this one! Mike has attended 5 retreats with don Howard and Andy has attended 2, with his 3rd coming again soon. If you ever wanted to attend a retreat with the highest amount of integrity, safety and traditions, this is the place. They specialize in both Ayahuasca and Huachuma Peruvian shamanism. http://biopark.org

#123: Robert Ellison | Shamanism 101 Robert Ellison is Canadian-born and has been practicing the art of shamanism for the past 12 years. He has studied a plethora of metaphysical disciplines and has trained extensively with the Q'ero people of the Andes in Peru. Robert joins us today to discuss the fundamentals of this ancient practice. He now resides predominantly in the Vancouver area and typically makes pilgrimages yearly. If you'd like to contact Robert for personal inquiries you can email us or find him on Facebook, whether you're local or global. Robert Ellison Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/robert.ellison29

Dr. Robert Glover, author of No More Mr. Nice Guy: A Proven Plan For Getting What You Want in Love, Sex and Life (Running Press, 2003) Dr. Glover is an internationally recognized authority on the Nice Guy Syndrome. He is a frequent guest on radio talk shows and has been featured in numerous local and national publications. Through his book, online classes, workshops, podcasts, blogs, consultation, and therapy groups, Dr. Glover has helped change the lives of countless men and women around the world. robert black shirt cut out 2As a result of his work, Dr. Glover has helped thousands of Nice Guys transform from being passive, resentful victims to empowered, integrated males. Along with these personal changes have come similar transformations in these men's professional careers and intimate relationships.

This episode features Vancouver Real host, Mike Zaremba, when he and Andy travelled to London, England for their 100th episode with Brian Rose of London Real. Andy was on the formal London Real episode, while Mike was on a LIVE episode of #RealTalk. Brian and London Real have been a huge support towards the Vancouver Real podcast and it was a pleasure and an honour to share our journey with him in his studio for our 100th episode. We dive into the power of podcasting, float tanks, plant medicines and the future vision of Vancouver Real. www.LondonReal.TV www.VancouverReal.TV

This episode we feature the founder of MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies), Rick Doblin, Ph. D. Rick will go down in history as one of the greatest contributors to the legalization of psychedelic medicines which, as we discuss with him, will have an evolutionary shift for mental health and quite possibly a relative harmonization-effect upon the human race. Rick takes us through some of the key milestones of the 30+ year journey of MAPS as well as share the next big steps ahead as they work to have MDMA acknowledged to become a prescription medicine with it’s combinatory work with psychotherapy to treat PTSD. Please share this message and donate what you can. http://www.maps.org

Kasper is the Head teacher of the Wim Hof Academy, Author, Human Performance Expert, and Story Teller. He has some incredible holistic biohacking tips and an incredible personal story to how he got to where he is. An expert in managing anxiety and developing self-awareness he now travels the globe with his family presenting and conducting workshops. http://mindlift.com/en/

This episode we bring together a little bit of old and new. Returning guests, Zach Berman and Ryan Slater (Founders of The Juice Truck, a local pioneer in the health food restaurant industry in Vancouver) and introducing Colin Medhurst; a man of two lives, he is a full-time firefighter as well as an entrepreneur for his company Feed Life, whose purpose is to make plant-based, holistic, healthy-living easy and accessible. In this episode we cover many things about plant-based nutrition and why it is a vital step in societies evolution. http://feedlife.ca https://www.thejuicetruck.ca Their NEW Book --> http://a.co/hPEPtsu

Author, Producer, Coach. Philip is a repeat guest on our show and was the feature speaker of our Vancouver Real Speaker Series inaugural event and all for good reason! He helps people primarily within the inner realms of their lives. He is exceptional in helping people discover their Truth, gain clarity, uncover their unique gifts, align and build business, & deepen core relationships. Our goal for this episode was to take Philip as "deep" as we could to dive into all this wisdom warrior has to offer. ENJOY! http://philipmckernan.com

Nikolas is a world-respected researcher, futurist, author, and teacher with over 20 years of research, writing, speaking, and technology implementation experience. He travels the world wowing audiences with sharing research on: The Future of Work; The Sharing Economy; The Future of Cars; The Future of Cities; The Future of AI integrated with Life and Business; The Future of Education; Predictions for 2016 to 2020, 2021 to 2030, and beyond. http://nikolasbadminton.com

Thomas Deschutter is an investment manager with Bloom Strategies based in Vancouver who spoke very frankly with us about how Money works. It was refreshing, raw and honest. He dives into the modern history of the current banking system as well as delivering TONS of useful financial advice to people at every stage of their lives. This was a valuable conversation. ;) http://bloomstrategies.ca

This is a unique episode for a couple reason for us: 1) First time ever doing a Facebook LIVE full episode from our studio! 2) Most people ever on the show at once; 3 guests + 2 hosts. We feature 3 young and very successful Vancouver-based entrepreneurs who are also friends and work together in different ways: Ben Weir, Mehtab Bhogal, and Tyler Cresswell. Andy Zaremba, as the host, guides us through an entrepreneurial roundtable allowing these guys to share a TON of pragmatic info about starting up ones own business!

Dorie Clark is a marketing strategy consultant, professional speaker, and frequent contributor to the Harvard Business Review. Recognized as a “branding expert” by the Associated Press, Fortune, and Inc. magazine, she is the author of Reinventing You (Harvard Business Review Press), which has been translated into Russian, Chinese, Arabic, French, Polish, and Thai. Her most recent book, Stand Out, was named the #1 Leadership Book of 2015 by Inc. magazine and one of the Top 10 Business Books of the Year by Forbes. It was also a Washington Post bestseller. She joined us while she was in town for the infamous TED Talks that are hosted each year in Vancouver. Despite rushing off for her flight she sat down with us to share some really valuable tools for any entrepreneur or business owner who sees the value of developing themselves as the FACE of their company or brand. http://dorieclark.com/

Adam started out at 22 making his first internet dollar selling email address’ by the bundle (yes, that’s a thing). Today, his businesses generate millions, he leads an every-growing team of 50+, runs 3 successful companies, all while working on business’ 4 & 5 AND hosting The Steele Entrepreneur Show on YouTube. Adam is passionate about helping others and is excited to share his entrepreneurial insights and journey with the world. http://adamgsteele.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/adamgsteele https://www.facebook.com/theadamgsteele

Christina Gooding is a producer of the documentary "The Path of the Shaman". At the launch of this episode she is in the middle of an Indie Go Go campaign to support director Todd Harris (Letters from Generation Rx, 2015). This documentary covers the story of Dave, a Canadian family-man who's dedicated his life's work to Ayahuasca, addressing depression, illness and addiction. The documentary also covers the courageous story of 3 women who have worked with Dave towards their profound healing. He currently works with Dr. Gabor Mate on retreats in Mexico. Help support their Indie Go Go campaign and further progress the work of spreading the awareness of Ayahuasca and the communities that work with it for the greater good of all: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-path-of-the-shaman-documentary#/

Tim J.P. Collins is the host of The Anxiety Podcast. A resident of Vancouver Island, he started his journey after being debilitated by his own crushing anxiety acknowledging that it wasn’t just a chemical imbalance but a lifestyle imbalance. He was on a mission of change in his own life and The Anxiety Podcast was the result. Now several years in, Tim has a large audience and has since branched into consulting, support and educational roles as a speaker and an anxiety expert. Mental Health is a corner stone of the various Vancouver Real topics as it is a very universal problem and something we believe needs greater education, sharing and action towards within our culture. So join us in this episode and spread the word! http://www.timjpcollins.com

: gyauustees. who's name means "The one who gets things done", is a father of 9 and ceremonial leader of the tribal people of the Pacific Northwest, currently residing with his wife on unceded land of the Skomish people. His life has been an incredible journey of acceptance and forgiveness for what he can only describe as the aftermath of attempted genocide of his people. Through his connection to the unity, peace and dignity path he has been able to overcome life's immense challenges and return to the ancient traditions of Mother Earth. : gyauustees lives a ceremonial life as hereditary pipe carrier, traditional song keeper, peyote road man, purification lodge keeper, Sun dancer, ayahuasca facilitator, copper carrier, master carver and has been entrusted with the great responsibility of being the carrier of the Unity, Peace and Dignity walking staff. He is very involved with the smoke house, potlatch systems and is known as a unique artist, creating colourful paintings and beautiful medicine tools such as drums fans, rattles, jewelry and regalia. As well he now offers his time as speaker at local events, radio co-host, regular guest on local television and has been featured in numerous music videos, pod casts, movies, documentaries and has released a dvd sharing his songs. Most recently he was featured in the book Lalakenis, describing his ceremonial journey to parliament hill.

Shon Wong is a Vancouver artist who's band brings together a unique sound of Southern Rock inspired by Chinese Opera and Classic Rock. The passing of his father and then the passing of his girlfriend (2 separate incidences) became dramatic sources of inspiration for him in creating his music. It was his way of processing his grief and has now turned into his career. He's released a couple singles this year and getting great radio play in the US. He has a fascinating story that he was willing to share. http://www.sonofjamesmusic.com 1st Single "Runnin" - https://youtu.be/AKNVy919Jx8

The Iceman, Wim Hof, has exploded on the internet and around the world the last few years. He is Dutch and has set many Guinness World records usually all based around extreme cold exposure. He's developed a breathing technique that allows him to control elements of his autonomic nervous system (heart rate, adrenaline levels, and blood alkalinity) and in essence turn on his inner thermostat. Wim is coming to Vancouver to do a full day or his techniques and philosophies, this event is going to be huge!!! May 21st. And we're are affiliated with his event... If you're interested below is a link to the event details: https://www.facebook.com/events/104791930087199/?ti=icl

This episode we feature Salimeh Tabrizi who is the founder of the Cannabis Hemp Conference and Expo (CHCE) which is happening May 6 & 7 at UBC. This is an incredible event bringing Cannabis into a very positive and integral light as we approach legalization across Canada and in many states of America. Graham Hancock is one of many featured speakers for this event among many others as well as panels, workshops, vendors and more. It is honestly one of the best events going and this 3rd year of it's existence is looking to be the best yet. In this episode she shares her Ayahuasca communicated inspiration and intentions behind creating this conference, fascinating story! TICKET 20% OFF DISCOUNT CODE: "DIVINE20" Tickets @: https://www.tix123.com/tix123/eTic.cfm?code=CHCE2017 Full Website: http://www.cannabishempconference.com/

Casey Miller is the founder of 6 1/2 Consulting which is a leadership development firm that helps organizations become better leaders which facilitates greater engagement and inspiring cultures among employees. He goes deep into the psychographics of what people require to feel fulfilled in their work for the modern times we live. It's no longer about just bringing home a pay cheque, people need to know 'WHY' their company exists and 'HOW' they are creating a difference for the better in this world. In western culture it could be argued that some of the greatest innovations seem to come from the business' that operate within it. Generating the ideas and technologies that are ultimately leading how our society and culture operates (for better or worse) and it is with this in mind that we are all faced as people who run business' or who work in them to be assessing how we may be contributing to the future we choose to live in and pass on to the next generation. It is from this perspective that Casey delves deep into this topic and the passion that fuels him to do the work he does. Casey was a very fascinating guest on our show and we look forward to hearing from you about what you think of the conversation we had with him... http://sixandahalfconsulting.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sixandahalfconsulting/

Dr. Kayvon K. is a simplifier. He's a consultant and coach to entrepreneurs... As his ventures continue to grow and change, Kayvon sets his sights on helping other entrepreneurs create their own best businesses and best lives. He says, “There’s more than one way to get there, more than one right answer. Half of the fun is just finding your own way!” A medical doctor turned consultant / coach definitely is a unique twist of fate and it was amazing to hear it in person from this very dynamic and experienced soul. http://thesolefocus.com/

Dr. Tanya Maté is a naturopathic doctor and is the daughter-in-law of our past guest, Dr. Gabor Maté. She is currently working with a shamanic healing centre near Iquitos, Peru called The Temple of the Way of Light. Her role is the director of integration and she helps people who participate within the deep personal work, facilitated by plant medicine that is centred around Ayahuasca, integrate their experiences back into “normal” life. Tanya is deeply committed to helping people uncover whatever is at the root of their psycho-emotional or physical chronic condition, and helping them find passion, freedom, and vitality in life. Using a trauma-informed approach that has been heavily influenced by her training with her father-in-law, Dr. Gabor Maté, Tanya spends as much of her life as possible in and around the medicine. Tanya’s Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/drtanyamateND/ Website of Temple of the Way of Light - https://templeofthewayoflight.org Temple’s Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/templeofthewayoflight

Are you living somebody else’s story? Or are you writing your own? Recently, we offered Ashley Wiles of Sole Girls a float, and a chance to share her wisdom with Mike on our regular #VancouverSurvivalGuide podcast.

One of our wish list guests joined us from across the pond via Skype for a riveting talk primarily around cannabis legalization. Graham Hancock is an international best selling author. He has an extremely controversial TEDx talk called "The War on Consciousness". And he's appeared several times on London Real and The Joe Rogan Experience podcast. This episode was made possible by the Cannabis Hemp Conference and Expo happening May 6 & 7 at UBC. Special thanks to Salimeh T. for making this interview happen! Graham will be speaking both days at the conference and will be joined by a plethora of other speakers, panelists, and workshops throughout the course of the weekend. This event is meant for patients, health care practitioners, industry members, and any one looking to share about or learn more on the amazing plants of cannabis and hemp. Get your tickets via the link below...Early Bird Tickets until April 9, 2017 WE'LL SEE YOU THERE! TICKETS -- https://www.tix123.com/tix123/eTic.cfm?code=CHCE2017 http://www.cannabishempconference.com/ Graham's website - https://grahamhancock.com/

We did it! 100 Episodes of Vancouver Real formally published! For this monumental episode Mike and Andy reached out to Brian Rose and his team at London Real podcast in hopes to interview Brian for VR's 100th. Brian replied and flipped things on them by inviting them to be on his show! A massive platform that Brian has been building for over 6 years! In February of 2017, Mike and Andy boarded a flight taking them to London for the first time. They took a red-eye and landed around 10am local time. After checking into their accommodations, a little nap and a shower, they went on one of many tube journey's to London Real studios to finally meet Brian and his team in person and record a LIVE episode of Real Talks with Mike. The following day Andy recorded the formal London Real episode. Vancouver Real has been an incredible journey for Mike and Andy to date and they are excited and as motivated as on Day 1 to be bringing you high quality, inspiring, self-reflective podcasts. The stage has evolved and things in many ways are just getting started! Be sure to keep an eye out for Vancouver Real LIVE, starting very soon via Facebook Live! We sincerely appreciate you joining us on this journey, whether this is your 1st or 100th episode with us! Without you there is no show! From the bottom of our hearts and with Fire in our veins thank you and lets simply be the change we all want to see in the world.

This episode features one of the founders of a really cool new company called Moment Meditation. We'd consider them a leading expert and resource in the field of meditation. Their meditations are designed with you and your life in mind. They use a combination of research-backed, evidence-based mindfulness techniques to guide you to a calmer, more focused, and happier you. Hiroko comes from a rich background around meditation and psychology learning from her father, a pioneer in a lot of ways in these fields. She really breaks down the science and physiology of what is happening to us when we meditate. This is a fascinating discussion for sure! http://momentmeditation.com

Beating the odds, over-coming resistance, persevering during the dark night of the soul, this is what Himanshu and Ryan speak about from their personal experiences. They are both very open and vulnerable with their past in how it's helped them create their co-created entrepreneurial venture: GoGetters Vancouver. As Vancouver's first Epic Achievement Club, GoGetters Vancouver exists to help its members produce breakthrough results in all areas of life, through world class professional networking and speaker events. GoGetters Vancouver brings in live experts and speakers to deliver keynotes, conduct training sessions, and have collaborative problem solving discussions. https://www.gogettersvancouver.com/ https://www.facebook.com/gogettersvancouver/

This episode features Connor Beaton, a Vancouver-based entrepreneur and now 3-time guest on the VR podcast. The founder of Mantalks, a men-oriented conversation-based community yet open to women as well, which started in Vancouver and has now grown to multiple cities across North America. Connor first appeared on VR in the early days of Mantalks and we've been able to document his journey with this venture over the three episodes with very noticeable personal growth on his part. He is on the verge of hosting an amazing event featuring Entrepreneur and Social Media icons Gary Vaynerchuk and Danielle Laporte, happening on March 18th in Vancouver. DON'T MISS IT!! Going to be epic! Event Details HERE: http://realtalksummit.com

Steve Maxwell is a very experienced and internationally recognized fitness coach, physical educator and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor who was one of the first Americans to receive a black belt. He's had multiple appearances on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast as well as the London Real podcast. We were lucky to snag him into our studios during a week full of seminars he was conducting in Vancouver. And we are fortunate to be joined with a guest co-host, Dr. Carlos Nunez who is a part of the Vancouver Real Community and was able to facilitate Steve's visit to our city. Steve is also a minimalist and lives a legit neo-nomadic lifestyle literally carrying all of his worldly possessions in a back-pack and laptop case as he travels ongoing around the world sharing his knowledge and wisdom. He has a very balanced, longevity and performance-based approach to fitness, health and wellness and is very holistic with his approach as well. He's a fascinating person to have share his expertise. http://www.maxwellsc.com/

With a few updates to share, Andy and Mike (co-hosts of Vancouver Real) sit down to share some big news for the upcoming 100th episode of the podcast. To coincide with the announcement, Andy and Mike dive into some recent events happening with themselves and the VR program and community. And they wrap-up with Andy's sharing of his Ayahuasca retreat in Peru which was discussed in Microcast #2 and was never followed up with. Thanks for always participating in this journey of Vancouver Real!

Kent Brun is the host of the Kent Brun Podcast. He is also an ex-football player turned yoga instructor and now co-leads the yoga teacher training at Karma Yoga. In this episode we go fairly deep down the existential rabbit hole where Kent brings in his experience as a yogi combined with his knowledge of the various ancient yogic texts to openly discuss elements of human behaviour and spirituality. Check out Kent's podcast via his page: https://www.facebook.com/kentbrunpodcast/

Jan (pronounced "yawn") is a Czech-born artist living in Vancouver who dedicates his life to his art. His paintings now sell world-wide and care a message of Love and Peace, whilst sharing a message towards the cultural programming we all encounter. Check out Jan's Art at: http://painting.kasparec.com/

James W. Jesso is a Canadian author and public educator who is dedicated to helping to distill an accessible language for understanding what it means to cultivate and live a life of psychospiritual maturity. In doing so, he looks to engender regenerative, coherent, and public discourse on psychedelics, sexuality, meditative practice, and conscious relationships — the means by he believes psychospiritual maturity can be most powerfully developed. He has authored numerous articles, essays, and videos, done radio, podcast, and print interviews, and toured across the world giving lectures and facilitating public discussions on a variety of subjects. Jesso has given over 60 public presentations since the start of 2013. He is also the host of ATTMind Radio podcast (on iTunes), interviewing people on the cutting edge of new psychedelic culture. He has independently published three books, Decomposing The Shadow: Lessons From The Psilocybin Mushroom (2013), Soundscapes & Psychedelics (2014) and The True Light Of Darkness (2015). He is also the host of the crowd-funded podcast ATTMind Radio. http://www.jameswjesso.com/

Daniele Bolelli is a writer, martial artist, university professor, and podcaster. He was born in Italy and currently lives in Los Angeles. He's made multiple appearances on The Joe Rogan Experience. Visit www.DanieleBolelli.com for more! After graduating from UCLA with a B.A. in Anthropology, and earning graduate degrees at UCLA (in American Indian Studies) and CSULB (History), Bolelli began teaching at several colleges in Southern California. Unlike most scholars who tend to specialize in one particular field of knowledge, Bolelli adopts a “renaissance” man-approach to teaching that has led him to lecture on a wide range of subjects including American Indian history and philosophy, history of the United States, world religions, history of ancient Rome, history and philosophy of martial arts, the ethnic experience in the United States, world history, plus several courses on the relationship between cinema and history. Perhaps even more peculiar than his unusually extensive repertoire is Bolelli’s lecturing style. Much like his writing, in fact, his lecturing style combines discussions of complex, deep subjects with much humor and “street lingo.” For this reason, he has been defined as “half stand up comedian and half Zen master.” This odd mix has made him extremely popular among students. Martial Arts: Bolelli has trained in several styles of martial arts including kung fu san soo, taijiquan, baguazhang, xingyiquan, submission wrestling, Brazilian jiujitsu, boxing, and judo. He holds a fifth degree black belt in kung fu san soo–a style that he has taught for several years at UCLA’s John Wooden Center. Bolelli also coached and fought professionally in mixed martial arts (MMA). Media and Podcasting: Bolelli was featured in I Am Bruce Lee which broke Spike TV’s rating record for documentaries. He has appeared as a guest on popular podcasts such as Duncan Trussell’s, Adam Carolla’s and Joe Rogan’s. In October 2012, Bolelli began his own podcast named The Drunken Taoist Podcast. A little over a month after its debut, The Drunken Taoist Podcast was ranked number 1 in the world in the Philosophy section of iTunes. In 2015, Bolelli joined his friend, pro-skateboarder and musician, Mike Vallely as co-host of Vallely’s podcast, The Mike V Show. In 2015, Bolelli also released the first episodes of a new historical podcast called “History on Fire.”

Bruce Damer is truly one of a kind. He is Canadian-American multi disciplinary scientist, designer, and author. Dr. Bruce Damer collaborates with colleagues developing and testing a new model for the origin of life on Earth and in the design of spacecraft architectures to provide a viable path for expansion of human civilization beyond the Earth. He began his career in the 1980s developing some of the earliest user interfaces for personal computers, led a community in the 1990s bringing the first multi-user virtual worlds to the Internet, and since 2000 supported NASA and the space industry on numerous simulations and spacecraft designs. He has spent 25 years chronicling the history of computing in his DigiBarn Computer Museum and curates archives of counterculture figures such as Dr. Timothy Leary, Terence McKenna and others. He currently serves as Principal Scientist at DigitalSpace; Associate Researcher in the Department of Biomolecular Engineering at UC Santa Cruz; Associate of the NASA Astrobiology Center; Member of the International Society for the Study of the Origin of Life, and Founding Director of the Contact Consortium. He also served as Visiting Scholar at the University of Washington and as a member of the Faculty at Charles University, Prague. He received his PhD from University College, Dublin; MSEE from the University of Southern California and BSc from the University of Victoria. http://www.damer.com/ Bruce's Podcast - http://www.levityzone.org/

Philip returns to Vancouver Real as one of most memorable guests. He's appeared twice on London Real and was also the feature speaker at our Vancouver Real Speaker Series event where he captivated our audience of the Vancouver Real community taking them deep into life's questions and challenging them to get real with themselves. He's recently launched his new project, Give and Grow, a documentary created from a retreat where he lead a group to India to serve and discover a deeper level of themselves viscerally. Philip never disappoints and he takes Andy on a wild ride into some of life's greatest questions and challenges. Watch his doc @ http://giveandgrow.com/ http://philipmckernan.com/ Philip on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/philip.mckernan

Maxime is obsessed with developing business strategies for organizations to increase their company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance, designed to save money, enhance profitability, and generate more business value. He helps design customized sustainable corporate strategies that will bring companies to the next level while adapting it to the new business desired practices. How can business' be more ethical, progressive, sustainable and wholistic is what his consulting is all about; Leading Ahead! http://www.leadingahead.com/ Max on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/charronmax?fref=ts

Peter Sage is a well known international & serial entrepreneur, author, philosopher and teacher. His unique way of looking at and relating to life has inspired tens of thousands of people worldwide to Reinvent themselves. Whether by improving or turning around a business or developing a new and empowering psychology through practical yet profound shifts in awareness, Peter hopes his insights and teachings can offer something of value to those who seek it. http://petersage.com/

Adam Hart is a best selling author for his book "Power of Food" and is also an executive development coach. He's worked with a vast array of people and organizations introducing people into the deeper work that can be done within themselves to ultimately manifest in the external world. Prepare for insight, allow your Self to be open and receptive to the conversation held between Adam and Mike Z. Enjoy! http://poweroffood.com/

John Paterson is an author, musician, and holds a Master's degree in Leadership. He conducts a workshop called "Reclaim your life". John is dedicated to living fully with unconditional love and simply abides by this way of life. It is his spiritual path. Despite overcoming alcoholism at an early age, John now has a life-long passion to discover how human beings can access and express their deepest and broadest potential. John's Website: https://www.livingmoreauthentically.com/

This episode we feature Stephen Gray. He is the lead coordinator for the Spirit Plant Medicine conference which is now entering into its 6th year. The conference is held every year at UBC and has a series of presenters ranging from researchers to authors to storytellers to shamans. It is a 2-day event happening Oct. 29-30, 2016. Use PROMO code "FLOAT" and save $22 off your ticket. Tickets available at https://spiritplantmedicine.com. Stephen is also the author of two books, "Cannabis and Spirituality" and "Returning to Sacred World". This was a fantastic talk exploring a vast range of topics. http://www.cannabisandspirituality.com

For almost thirty years Phil T. Mistlberger has provided high quality counseling for both individuals and couples, as well as working as a facilitator of short term and long term personal growth trainings. During that time he has co-founded and founded schools and communities of inner work, taught in many cities throughout Canada, the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East, traveled far and wide in search of wisdom-teachings, and written a great deal. In addition to the services he offers on the matter of personal transformation, He has also authored four books. His most recent books are Rude Awakening: Perils, Pitfalls, and Hard Truths of the Spiritual Path (Changemakers Books, 2012, available in bookstores and via Amazon), and The Inner Light: Self-Realization via the Western Esoteric Tradition (Axis Mundi Books, 2014, available in bookstores and via Amazon). Phil's next Samurai Brotherhood Open House: https://www.facebook.com/events/1777819162465465/ Samurai Brotherhood Website: http://samuraibrotherhood.com/ Phil's Website: http://www.ptmistlberger.com/

Lorraine is a hypnotherapist who joins us to discuss this fascinating technique and it's many applications. Lorraine began her studies of hypnotherapy at age 21, long before the study of hypnosis was well known, led there by a fascination with the human psyche and an attraction to depth psychology. She pursued her graduate studies at McGill University, earning a Master’s degree in Counseling and became a licensed psychologist at the age 30. Lorraine's philosophy integrates spirituality and psychology. The belief that people are spiritual beings living in a physical world underlies Lorraine’s work, and the effectiveness with which mind and spirit function together determines whether we’re in harmony or disharmony. Spirituality is seen not as a connection to any one particular faith, but rather as a connection to life itself. Lorraine's Website - http://www.creativetransformations.ca/

Dr. Dan Engle is a psychiatrist with a clinical practice that combines aspects of regenerative medicine, psychedelic research, integrative spirituality, and peak performance. His medical degree is from the University of Texas at San Antonio. His psychiatry residency degree is from the University of Colorado in Denver, and his child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship degree is from Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. Engle is an international consultant to several global healing centers facilitating the use of long-standing indigenous plant medicines for healing and awakening.  He is the Founder and Medical Director of Kuya Institute for Transformational Medicine in Austin, Texas; Full Spectrum Medicine, a psychedelic integration and educational platform; and Thank You Life, a non-profit funding stream supporting access to psychedelic therapies. Dr. Engle is the author of The Concussion Repair Manual: A Practical Guide to Recovering from Traumatic Brain Injuries, as well as his new book, A Dose of Hope: A Story of MDMA-Assisted Psychotherapy.Connect with Dr. Dan:www.drdanengle.com www.fullspectrummedicine.com www.kuya.life www.thankyoulife.org----Dr. Dan's Updated Disclaimer:The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical recommendation, diagnosis, or treatment. The use of information in this podcast is at one’s own discretion, and is not an endorsement of use given the complexity inherent in these medicines, and the current variable widespread illegality of their usage.

We welcome back our good friend and serial VR guest, author Alexander Boldizar. We are excited to discuss his latest novel, The Ugly, a fictional tale of a boulder throwing giant from a Siberian tribe he decides to go to Harvard Law to throw words instead of boulders in order to get his homeland reclaimed. Alexander was the first post-independence Slovak citizen to graduate with a Juris Doctor degree from Harvard Law School. Since then, he has been an art gallery director in Bali, an attorney in San Francisco and Prague, a pseudo-geisha in Japan, a hermit in Tennessee, a paleontologist in the Sahara, a porter in the High Arctic, a police-abuse watchdog in New York City, an editor and art critic in Jakarta and Singapore, and a consultant on Wall Street. His writing has won the PEN/Nob Hill prize and was the Breadloaf nominee for Best New American Voices. Boldizar currently lives in Vancouver, BC, Canada, where his hobbies include throwing boulders and choking people while wearing pajamas, for which he won a gold medal at the Pan American Championships and a bronze at the World Masters Championships of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. For several years, an online Korean dictionary had him listed as its entry for “ugly.” The Ugly Novel Website - http://www.theuglynovel.com/

This podcast is the first of it's kind on VR. We went on location to Hootsuite HQ in Vancouver, BC as an invitation to collaborate with Hayo Magazine and The Juice Truck to produce this podcast of the live and interactive speaking event called Wednesday Wanderlust. Mediators, Zach Berman (Co-Founder of The Juice Truck and past VR guest) and Joanna Riquett (Editor in Chief of Hayo Magazine) come together to begin a series of events focused on how travel and other cultures enhance our way of life and business. The panel was recorded in front of a live audience on August 10, 2016 and featured two local entrepreneurs who were asked a series of discussion provoking questions. Jeff Hamada (Founder of Booooooom.com, an extremely popular blog and is an authoritative voice in the new contemporary arts scene, highlighting emerging talents from around the world) and Jian Pablico (Co-Founder of Distrikt Movement, an independent artisan boutique style of fitness centre located in North Vancouver, BC). Jeff and Jian share their insights lead by questions from Zach and Joanna. Distrikt Movement - http://distrikt.ca/ Booooooom.com - http://www.booooooom.com/ Hayo Magazine - http://hayo.co/ The Juice Truck - https://www.thejuicetruck.ca/ Vancouver Real Podcast - http://www.vancouverreal.tv/ Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Andy and Mike sit down for another microcast, a shorter version of a Vancouver Real episode where Andy and Mike simply share among themselves. This microcast they discuss a trip Andy will be taking to Peru to attend an Ayahuasca Retreat, Spirit Quest Sanctuary, near Iquitos, Peru. This is the same retreat Mike has attended as well as the winner of the 2015 Ayahuasca Contest, Carmel Stoesz, who was sent there as well by Vancouver Real, see episode #043 where we interviewed Carmel post-retreat. We'll most likely do a follow-up Microcast with Andy sometime upon his return. Thanks for listening!

Meghan Currie travels the world teaching yoga. She started with humble beginnings hitchhiking her way west from Ontario while still a teenager. She was locally extremely popular in the Vancouver yoga scene as an eccentric teacher who would teach very challenging and transformational classes, but gained international recognition from producing her own creative, expressive and artistic videos on YouTube which went viral. We were lucky to pin down this wiggly yogini to do this episode while she was cruising through Vancouver which she does about once / year. Check out one of her most viewed videos here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPYk_bKNags Meghan's website - http://www.meghancurrieyoga.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/meghancurrieyoga/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/meghancurried/home

This episodes features two counsellors who specialize in anger management. Alistair and Alejandra are a couple who work with individual as well as groups to help people have a different perspective and relationship with anger. It could be argued that today's society has a large stigma around anger and this create a lot of guilt and suppression of anger which is very contraindicating to a healthy relationship with anger. This is a fascinating discussion so open up and see what could be a new outlook on anger. http://angerman.ca/site/

Pat is an author, speaker and entrepreneur who started a fitness revolution within his home country, Ireland, which all started with about a dozen people from a local boot-camp style beach work out. At the time fitness was not so popular in Ireland but people really gravitated to Pat and it quickly grew into hundreds of attendees. A gym was then started and after a few years, Pat decided to take another route as personal development was what he was working on within his own life and wasn't shy about sharing that online. And from there his online business evolved from fitness of just the body to that of the mind, heart and spirit. He now travels the world, has his own podcast and is continuing to reach hundreds of thousands with his online work. He popped into Vancouver and naturally made a visit to Float House and Vancouver Real. Pat's Website - http://www.patdivilly.com/ Pat's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/PatDivillyFit Pat's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patdivilly/ Pat's Twitter - https://twitter.com/patdivilly Pat's TEDx talk - http://www.patdivilly.com/tedxgalway/ VR Website - http://www.vancouverreal.tv/ VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv VR Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vancouverrealtv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmegaPointProject/ Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Kayvon is recognized as a lifestyle entrepreneur, high performance business/ life coach and keynote speaker. As a former professional #1 salesman in 3 highly competitive industries, a Two timing collegiate male athlete of the year, University football running back and national ski racer, he is currently transforming lives and touching souls across all North America. Kayvon shared the stage with superstars like Lisa Nichols, Tom Bilyue, and Brendan Bouchard. His Business “10k10min turnaround system” has been seen on FOX, NBC, ABC and CBS. Kayvon trained with The World’s Number One Vocal Coach Roger Love, The World’s renown transformational coach Lisa Nichols. Kayvon has also worked with elite body language experts such as Mark Bowden. He has partnered with experts such as: John. C Maxwell, Jack Canfield, Robin Sharma, Collin James and even the master himself Tony Robbins. Kayvon's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayvonuniversity/ Kayvon's Website: https://mykayvon.clickfunnels.com/behind-the-scenes VR Website - http://www.vancouverreal.tv/ VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv VR Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vancouverrealtv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmegaPointProject/ Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

World-Class Professional Speaker, Corporate Trainer, Angel Investor For over 20 years, Darren Jacklin has traveled four continents and personally trained over one million people in over 45 countries mentoring entrepreneurs and business owners on specific and measurable strategies that they can consistently use to increase their income, transform their obstacles into cash flow and turn their passion into profits. Website - http://darrenjacklin.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Darren-Jacklin-101288400646/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/MegaManifestor LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-jacklin-71402a2 VR Website - http://www.vancouverreal.tv/ VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv VR Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vancouverrealtv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmegaPointProject/ Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Jack Canfield is an American author, motivational speaker, seminar leader, corporate trainer, and entrepreneur. He is the co-author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, which has more than 250 titles and 500 million copies in print in over 40 languages. In 2005 Canfield co-authored with Janet Switcher The Success Principles: How to Get From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be. He holds a Guinness World Record for having seven books on the New York Times best-seller list at the same time. In 2006 Canfield was featured in a self-development film called The Secret. Jack's Website: http://jackcanfield.com Jack's Twitter: https://twitter.com/jackcanfield Jack's FB: https://www.facebook.com/JackCanfieldFan Jack's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jackcanfield VR Website - http://www.vancouverreal.tv/ VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv VR Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vancouverrealtv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmegaPointProject/ Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Galya is a technologist and an entrepreneur and the founder of 2Galvanize Ltd. She is a world wide public speaker and also the president of one of the biggest entrepreneurs toastmasters clubs in Vancouver B.C. Her TEDx Stanley Park talk is about our loneliness and technology addiction. Galya moved from Israel and felt the aching pangs of loneliness when she first arrived in Canada. This motivated her to create her company around B2B mobile projects with the purpose of connecting people with their communities. The jewel in her corporate crown is Plazus Social-Mobile-App-Builder. Galya is also a powerful role model for women around the world with a goal to inspire them to become larger than life. TEDx Stanley Park - https://www.tedxstanleypark.com/ Darren Jacklin - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qbHR7lW7eUY Vancouver Real: http://www.vancouverreal.tv Omega Point: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmegaPointProject

Join Andy Zaremba and guest co-host Colin Easton (from the Stranger Project) as they interview Ryan Phillips. Ryan has lead a life of FULL ON experience. He was sentenced to 15 months in prison after years of drug trafficking all over North America. He turned his life around 180 degrees and now is all about giving back. He's done multiple charitable events and has also now written a book about his journey and what he values in life. Every life is significant, every life has value because any life can be turned around. Start with appreciation for what you do have... Ryan's Book: http://www.returntohappiness.com/posts/338/reurn-to-happiness-book/ Ryan's Website: http://www.returntohappiness.com Ryan's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryanjp3?fref=ts Ryan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheReturntohappiness Guest Host Colin Easton: http://www.thestrangerproject.ca Colin's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheStrangerProject2014/?fref=ts Vancouver Real: http://www.vancouverreal.tv Omega Point: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmegaPointProject

Dan Lok is an author and serial entrepreneur who has written several books including his most recent one, FU Money. He is an expert at breaking down entrepreneurial ventures and identifying key mistakes that many start-ups make. Dan's message is stems from his mentor relationship with Dan Pena, the 50 Billion Dollar Man, however, he's put his own twist on this based off of his personal experiences. He's shifted drastically from all about making the almighty dollar to recognizing what truly makes him happy and satisfied. Dan Lok - http://www.danlok.com/

Steve Curtis is a high school drop out created an extremely financially successful company by the age of 19 known as the Zag Group. He was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer when it was in stage 4 with his prognosis being terminal. He denied chemotherapy and opted to seek out alternative sources for his treatment. After a lot of research he began his healing. He shares his story with us and how it has inspired him via a massive paradigm shift and ultimately lead him to create the Zend Conscious Lounge which is a unique plant based restaurant that does not have any alcohol and instead feature a drink called the Zend, a Kava Kava based drink designed to relax, calm, and open the heart yet remain clear minded as well. It's a fascinating story which is definitely worth the listen! Steve Curtis - http://steve-curtis.com/ Zend Conscious Lounge - http://www.zendlounge.com/#home Zag Global - http://www.zagglobal.com/ VR Website - http://www.vancouverreal.tv/ VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv VR Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vancouverrealtv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmegaPointProject/ Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Jenna Herbut is the founder of Make it! An exhibition show dedicated to independent artists who can get massive exposure. Jenna has never had a "real" job, she's always written her own ticket from a start-up she created coming out of a university project to creating and growing one of the largest craft show exhibitions in Canada. She is a pure joy and full of enthusiasm with a lot of experience to share to any entrepreneur. Make It - http://makeitshow.ca/ Jenna Herbut - http://jennaherbut.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/makeitshow/ Tw - https://twitter.com/makeitshow FB - https://www.facebook.com/MakeItProductions Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/makeitshow/ VR Website - http://www.vancouverreal.tv/ VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv VR Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vancouverrealtv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmegaPointProject/ Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Dustin is the founder of Float Space. A 2-year old commercial float centre located in Kelowna, BC. He is one of the best at describing floating and getting into some really interesting and "deep" float talk. Andy and I literally had questions for him... He's an incredible person and very intelligent, open-minded and heart connected. We thoroughly enjoyed picking his brain and taking a dive into the deep end a little bit with this philosophical style conversation. Enjoy, we sure did!! If you're ever in Kelowna definitely go for a float with Dustin at Float Space! Float Space - http://www.floatspace.ca/ FS FB - https://www.facebook.com/floatkelowna FS Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/floatkelowna/ FS Twitter - https://twitter.com/floatkelowna VR Website - http://www.vancouverreal.tv/ VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv VR Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vancouverrealtv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmegaPointProject/ Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

The first Microcast!! Andy and Mike sit down and riff a bit mainly to discuss the Vancouver Real Speaker Series ft. Philip McKernan happening Thursday April 14, 2016 at the Beaumont Studios in Vancouver, BC. But they also get into some random topics as per usual ultimately concluding with a discussion about the tag line that each episode of Vancouver Real ends with, "To Whatever Is". Vancouver Real Speaker Series: Eventbrite Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/vancouver-real-speaker-series-live-and-interactive-with-philip-mckernan-tickets-22561306475 Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1666602460259263/ VR Website: http://www.vancouverreal.tv/

Christine Bissonnette is a writer, spoken word poet, and actor. Curious about creativity and the courage it takes to have ideas and to communicate them in an empowered way, she started talking to creatives about their own relationship to their creative impulse, and sharing these conversations on her site 'Creative Life'. As an in person extension of the website, she hosts monthly play dates with creatives in Vancouver, giving them a place to goof-off, kindergarten style, and make art with their peers in a non-competitive atmosphere. Creative Life: http://creativelifestyleblog.com People can also find out more about her personal writing projects and performances at: http://www.christinebissonnette.com/ Her word poem that she shared: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lex6Nj9xQyE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CreativeLifeBlog Twitter: https://twitter.com/CMBissonnette Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christinemarthe VR: http://www.vancouverreal.tv/ Float House: http://www.floathouse.ca/

This episode we sit down with the director of the recently opened Transcendental Meditation (TM) centre that opened in Vancouver,Chelsea McCooey. She was literally born into TM as both her parents were active users of it, but she had to find her own way in life to it. She opens up about her journey into TM and life now as a teacher of it. We explore what TM is and dive into discussion in general about various meditation techniques. TM Vancouver - http://ca.tm.org/web/vancouver TM Van FB - https://www.facebook.com/TranscendentalMeditationVancouver/ VR Website - http://www.vancouverreal.tv/ VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv VR Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vancouverre... Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Walter Buse is the owner and co-founder of East Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (EVBJJ). Tarsis Humphreys is a world class BJJ practitioner who competes at the highest levels of competition in the world as a black belt. Walter opened EVBJJ in May of 2013 and has grown his club into one of the top schools in the country. They specialize in competition training. Beginner's are always welcome, but those who are truly trying to take their game to the next level to compete in the international tournaments typically decide to train at EVBJJ. Tarsis was visiting Vancouver to train at Walter's club and we had they perfect opportunity to not only interview another one of our fine city's entrepreneurs but also get a unique view into the elite world of this grappling martial art, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, also known as the gentle art. EVBJJ - http://eastvanbjj.com EVBJJ FB - https://www.facebook.com/eastvanbjj/ Tarsis Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tarsisjj/ Tarsis Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tarsis_Humphreys Tarsis FB - https://www.facebook.com/tarsis.humphreys?fref=ts Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Mark Brand is a very dynamic and versatile social entrepreneur. His past is peppered with a variety of transient life experiences, moving all over the world for various reasons before settling down in Vancouver, BC where he has started several businesses. His main focuses now are the historic and iconic Save On Meats businesses (Est. 1957; he took over in 2010) and his charity A Better Life Foundation. Mark is an extremely passionate and caring individual who definitely isn't afraid of saying what he thinks or putting it all on the line. This is an excellent episode from a truly unique member of this city. Mark's Website - http://www.markbrandinc.com Save On Meats - http://saveonmeats.ca A Better Life Foundation - http://abetterlifefoundation.ca Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Kieron Sweeney is an international business coach, lecturer, and digital entrepreneur. Through his motivational speaking "Buy Back Your Life" courses he coaches overworked business owners and helps them to reclaim and empower their lives, businesses, and time. He also teaches his motivational coaching techniques on his weekday web show "Nutrition for the Mind" which focuses on daily ways to train your mind for personal growth, business success, and personal empowerment. He has trained over 200,000 entrepreneurs in North America, Australia, Asia, Europe and South Africa on the "psychology of wealth", as well as facilitating seminars on personal growth, financial freedom, business, marketing, and creating passive business income. He has studied under industry leaders such as, Anthony Robbins, Bob Proctor, Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Dr. Lee Pulos and Dan Sullivan. Between 2007 and 2011, Kieron sold over $30 million in course sales for one of North America’s leading seminar companies. Over a 26 year business career, Kieron has sold over $100 million in products and services. He has mastered the art of selling by developing a very unique style that consistently breaks sales records.

Andrea Reimer is the first politician we've ever had on the podcast! And we're honoured it was her. She was the acting Deputy Mayor for the city of Vancouver and is currently a city councillor and is the Chair of the Policy and Strategic Priorities committee. She tackles a massive variety of VERY intriguing facets of this city; indigenous relations, environmental advancement, sustainability, and public engagement. The role of the city to try and not only manage contemporary issues but also try to plan for what the future of a city will be like is a super fascinating perspective that we really enjoyed diving into! Andrea has come from a very challenging past herself and it definitely seems to fuel her towards having REAL impact within the city and the people of it. Andrea's Twitter - https://twitter.com/andreareimer Andrea's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CouncillorAndreaReimer/?fref=ts Andrea on Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrea_Reimer Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Philip was introduced to us from a ManTalks intensive event in 2015 where he simply blew us away with his work and his message. He has also been featured on London Real with Brian Rose. Philip speaks around the world about the importance of overcoming personal obstacles, gaining clarity, and cultivating the confidence to believe in yourself. He has shared stages with some well known speakers…Steven Covey, Richard Branson, the Dalai Lama to name a few, and the feedback is generally overwhelmingly positive. Through live personal leadership experiences, he has worked with all sorts of people from housewives to Olympic athletes, TV personalities and entrepreneurs, people who’ve gone bankrupt to billionaires and everything in between, and he’s uncovered that people’s dysfunctional relationship to money and their inability to get in touch with their own deep intuition inhibits their ability to gain the authentic clarity they need to live an authentic, and meaningful life. Philip's Website - http://philipmckernan.com/ Philip's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/philip.mckernan Philip's Twitter - https://twitter.com/PhilipMcKernan VR Website - http://www.vancouverreal.tv/ VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv VR Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vancouverrealtv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmegaPointProject Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Join us as Samantha Skelly shares her inspiring journey through eating disorder, body image awareness, and how she over came it to love herself. This all leaded to her creating Hungry For Happiness. A consulting company designed to help those who too struggle with these debilitating mental health and self love disorders. She's real, she's open, beautiful (inside and out), and strong. If you know someone who may be able to relate to this episode, it may be worth sharing to that person. Samantha explains how many people with these issues suffer in silence and she's here to help. Hungry for Happiness - http://hungryforhappiness.ca/samantha-skelly/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hungryforhappiness/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/samanthaskellyhealthcoaching?fref=ts Twitter - https://twitter.com/hforhappiness Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmegaPointProject

This episode features a repeat guest from one of our most popular episodes, Ryan Hill has returned after a 6-month pilot project of creating permaculture farms in India. This potential and necessity of this work is incredible and we are honoured to have Ryan enlighten us with the most recent developments of this critically important field of agriculture needed to evolve to work more harmoniously with Mother Earth. Ryan's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ryan.hill1 Permaculture Resources - http://permaculturenews.org/ Ryan's Mentor - http://geofflawton.com/ Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmegaPointProject Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

This week we feature the host and producer of the podcast and Sirius XM radio, Dave "the Voice" Boyce and Mark Murdoch. They have a podcast called thisboycelife and the satellite radio show called The Voice Boyce Show. Dave Boyce grew up in North Vancouver and is a founding member of The Red Dragons crew, which in the beginning, was a group of rebellious skate boarders in the late '80s who became a force locally and also became very respected within the global skate community. The Red Dragons became a skate supply shot and then launched a clothing line and is the number 1 Canadian skater clothing apparel company. Dave is the lead designer and shares with us the beginnings of RDS and where it's evolved to. They don't call him "the Voice" for nothing.... buckle up! Podcast website: http://thisboycelife.com/ Dave's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisboycelife/ Dave's Twitter: https://twitter.com/thisboycelife Murmur's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/murmur604/ Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmegaPointProject Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

This episodes features Matthew Kocel. He is a throat singer, healer and musical visionary driven by his mission to inspire unity through the universal language of music and sacred sound. The harmonic overtones of his voice - two, three, or more notes at the same time - vibrate the core of your being with extraordinary sensations, awakening a deep spiritual presence beyond words. We dive deep into this topic and other contemporary themes. Matthew's Website - http://omshaman.com/ Matthew's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/musicmeditation/?fref=ts VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

This episodes guest, Dane Stevens, states that trauma is the most misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and ignored dis-ease there is today. His technique called the neuro trauma healing process looks at addressing this problem. The degree of trauma can vary widely from the extreme to the more subtle, but no matter to what level there still may be unprocessed information stuck "looping" in our central nervous system which creates a variety of behaviour patterns which may be inhibiting people in their lives. Dane does an excellent job of explaining in more detail what this process is all about. The Healing Centre - http://nthp.ca/ Soul Re-Cognition - http://anextraordinarylife.ca/ An Extraordinary Life Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/anextraordinarylife.ca?_rdr=p Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Satyen Raja is an empowerment coach, whether it is working with his wife towards putting a dent in divorce rates by reigniting passion in partnerships, or working solo, one-on-one as a leader to leaders. He is works holistically by helping people discover their full potential and personal power. Helping them step into the masculinity or femininity essence that they are. He speaks powerfully about connecting the mind and the heart in a balanced fashion to propel his clients into the success that their soul truly desires. BUCKLE UP! Satyen's Coaching - http://warriorsagetrainings.com/ Satyen's website - http://satyenraja.com/ Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Mark Busse is a bad mother-f*cker! He is the Director of Creativity and Engagement at HCMA Architecture + Design in Vancouver, BC. He is also a co-founder and associate of the design consultancy Industrial Brand, where for nearly two decades he served as Managing Director, specializing in serving AEC built environment professionals and other professional services firms realize brand and marketing potential through research-based strategy and communication design. Mark's Website - http://markbusse.ca/ Mark's Company - http://hcma.ca/ Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

We resurrected Obi Canuel's experience of being denied his religious freedom by the Province of British Columbia when he was denied to wear his religious head gear in his driver's licence photo, similar to that of a head wrap or turban. His story made waves in local media last year, but we all know the limited time mainstream media has to truly discuss ideas, so here it is, in depth and unedited. Obi is a philosophy major who is a member of The Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster aka Pastafarianism. He is an ordained minister within the church. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. Obi's Twitter - https://twitter.com/obi_canuel VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Dr. Gurdeep Parhar is an Executive Associate Dean within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia. He will be speaking at TEDx Stanley Park in Vancouver, BC (May 28, 2016). His talk will be entitled "Why Culture Should be Banned" and this is what we discuss on this episode. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. Gurdeep Parhar, MD - http://www.med.ubc.ca/person/gurdeep-parhar-2/ TEDx Stanley Park - https://www.tedxstanleypark.com/ VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

In this very educational episode, Mark Haden returns to update us on what has been transpiring over the past year in the realms of scientific inquiry of psychedelic medicines. Mark is the Chair of MAPS Canada (Multi-Disciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies). Mark takes us through a historical perspective of humans' use of psychedelics (from ancient times, to the hippies and into today's psychedelic renaissance). He then highlights some of the truly remarkable research and positive results the therapeutic application of these medicines have on a variety of health issues. He concludes this podcast with a look at what our society could look like post-prohibition. Buckle up! This one is a fire hose of content coming at you! If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. Mark's Website - http://markhaden.com MAPS Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MAPSCanada MAPS Canada - http://mapscanada.org VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

"Making the possible accessible", Slava is a movement specialist. He trains in multiple disciplines and skill sets exploring every dimension of what movement can offer. A tradesmen of past turned yoga teacher, Slava, has been captivated by physicality relatively late in life. He was not a dancer nor gymnast growing up but on any day you'll find him inverted balancing on nothing but his head or in a full splits. Andy and Mike sit down with Slava to discuss his fascination with movement and how it guides him through life. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. Slava's Website - http://www.slavagoloubov.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/goloubov?fref=ts VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Connor Beaton, the founder of ManTalks, re-joins us to share about the massive momentum he's experienced in the past year since 1st appearing on VR. ManTalks is a monthly space for the modern man to evolve through authenticity, community, purpose & accountability. Vancouver Real is a podcast form of new media produced in collaboration by Float House and the Omega Point YouTube channel. We want to open up more meaningful conversation typically not permitted on mainstream media. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring, shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. ManTalks Website - http://mantalks.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ManTalks.ca/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/man_talks Instagram - https://instagram.com/mantalks VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

The Juice Truck is a Vancouver-based cold-pressed juice company which was the first of it's kind in Canada when they opened on the streets of Gastown in 2011. Listen as Zach Berman and Ryan Slater share their unique story into entrepreneurship which stemmed from a back-packing trip around the world for a year. Vancouver Real is a podcast form of new media produced in collaboration by Float House and the Omega Point YouTube channel. We want to open up more meaningful conversation typically not permitted on mainstream media. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. The Juice Truck - http://www.thejuicetruck.ca/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JuiceTruck Twitter - https://twitter.com/juicetruck Instagram - https://instagram.com/juicetruck VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Derek Juno is the VP of a social enterprise known as Mealshare. Founded in Vancouver, Mealshare has now grown to multiple cities across Canada and is looking to launch into the US. Mealshare has created a system where by simply ordering a menu item with the Mealshare logo at participating restaurants, that restaurant then donates 1 meal to selected organizations, 50% local, and 50% abroad. Join us as we dive into this fascinating start-up with another up and coming social entrepreneur. Vancouver Real is a podcast form of new media produced in collaboration by Float House and the Omega Point YouTube channel. We want to open up more meaningful conversation typically not permitted on mainstream media. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. Mealshare - http://www.mealshare.ca/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MealshareTeam Twitter - https://twitter.com/MealshareTeam Instagram - https://instagram.com/Mealshare/ VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

The One Project is an online community for people to explore photography as a way to begin communicating non-verbally for those suffering from anxiety and depression. Bryce Evans it the founder and he opens up as to how it came to be, some serious issues he encountered going through personal mental health issues, and where this movement is going. Vancouver Real is a podcast form of new media produced in collaboration by Float House and the Omega Point YouTube channel. We want to open up more meaningful conversation typically not permitted on mainstream media. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. The One Project - http://launch.theoneproject.ca/ Facebook - facebook.com/theoneproj Twitter - https://twitter.com/theoneproj Instagram - www.instagram.com/theoneproject VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

This episode features a return visit from The Anarchist Lawyer, author, Alexander Bolidizar. And ex-Havard Law grad now turned author shares some of his well-crafted thoughts on politics helping us gear up for the 2015 Canadian Federal election. Whether you are from Canada or not this episode has some excellent philosophy that can be applied to any nation. Check it out! Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

James W. Jesso is a Canadian-born author, his work consists of 3 publications entitled Decomposing the Shadow: Lessons from the Psilocybin Mushroom, Soundscapes and Psychedelics, and his latest release, The True Light of Darkness. In this latest book he dives into his darkest mushroom experiences shares the revelations he still acquired. In this episode James takes us through how he became the author he is today as well as the personal healing work he did with magic mushrooms that involved a ritual of taking 4g of mushrooms once per month, every month on the full moon for 13 months (1 Lunar Calendar). It was this work that ultimately became the book Decomposing the Shadow. BUY "The True Light of Darkness" - https://payhip.com/b/s7pm http://www.jameswjesso.com/ https://instagram.com/jameswjesso/ https://twitter.com/jameswjesso https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv http://vancouverreal.tv/ https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... http://www.floathouse.ca/

Horrasias is the legendary son of his father, Apostle John Deograsias Balabyekkubo, a religious leader to the people of Uganda who was assassinated in 1995. Horrasias shares with us some of his life's lessons learned by his family and father, who could be summed up in a single word, "Love". He speaks passionately about finding personal meaning to ones life and how ultimately we are here to serve one another, people, of this earth with Love. Prepare to be motivated and moved. Vancouver Real is a podcast form of new media produced in collaboration by Float House and the Omega Point YouTube channel. We want to open up more meaningful conversation typically not permitted on mainstream media. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. Horrasias' Instagram - https://instagram.com/memoirsofakingdaddy/ Horrasias' Twitter - https://twitter.com/aijalonlives VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Last Fall we facilitated an online contest unlike any we've ever seen before. The winner, as voted by our podcast community, was sent for an 8-day retreat, all expenses paid and application approved, to an Ayahuasca retreat centre in Iquitos, Peru. Our objective was spread awareness to this medicine as well as send someone on a life-changing experience, who may not have been abled to at this point in their life. All participants chose to participate under their own volition. The winner was 31-year old Carmel Stoesz from Vancouver, BC. Join us as she willingly shared her personal experience with the spirit plant medicine. Vancouver Real is a podcast form of new media produced in collaboration by Float House and the Omega Point YouTube channel. We want to open up more meaningful conversation typically not permitted on mainstream media. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. Cold Laser Therapy - VR Twitter - https://twitter.com/vancouverrealtv Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Dai Manuel is a co-owner of Fitness Town, one of the largest fitness equipment retailers in Canada. He is also a Cool Dad, Husband, Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker, Author, Blogger & Digital Influencer. This episode we chat with Dai about his journey from being fat to fit and some of the challenges that everyone faces while trying to become their best selves. Dai is a dynamic public speaker and blogger. Vancouver Real is a podcast form of new media produced in collaboration by Float House and the Omega Point YouTube channel. We want to open up more meaningful conversation typically not permitted on mainstream media. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. Dai's Blog - http://www.daimanuel.com/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/daimanuel Instagram - https://instagram.com/daimanuel Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Kevin Parker is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who practices out of Nanaimo and North Vancouver, BC. He is also organizing an event in Oct. 2016 entitled the Psychedelic Psychotherapy Forum at the University of Victoria. In this episode Kevin shares an interesting path he's had from being diagnosed as schizophrenic to now a practicing counsellor, as well as some deeper talk about the entheogenic experience and how it can be applied in a therapeutic context. Vancouver Real is a podcast form of new media produced in collaboration by Float House and the Omega Point YouTube channel. We want to open up more meaningful conversation typically not permitted on mainstream media. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. Kevin's Practice - http://www.integralcounsellingbc.com/ Psychedelic Psychotherapy Forum - http://www.integralcounsellingbc.com/workshops.asp

Dave is the CEO and Founder of Bulletproof. A company dedicated to taking people to higher levels of performance. They are probably best known for their Bulletproof coffee. We sat down with Dave in his biohacking lab on Vancouver Island for this short yet interesting look at Dave and how he started this entrepreneurial venture. Vancouver Real is a podcast form of new media produced in collaboration by Float House and the Omega Point YouTube channel. We want to open up more meaningful conversation typically not permitted on mainstream media. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. Bulletproof - http://www.bulletproofexec.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/bulletproofexecutive Twitter - https://twitter.com/bulletproofexec Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Jeff Meszaros is a 2nd degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He is very knowledgeable holding multiple black belts in a variety of Martial Arts. Jeff currently teaches classes at the West Vancouver Community Centre. (West Van BJJ). Jeff takes us on a journey through the history of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as well discusses how martial arts can enhance all areas of your everyday life. Vancouver Real is a podcast form of new media produced in collaboration by Float House and the Omega Point YouTube channel. We want to open up more meaningful conversation typically not permitted on mainstream media. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. JeffJitsu.com - http://jeffjitsu.com/Blog/Blog.html West Van BJJ - http://www.westvanbjj.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/westvanbjj Twitter - https://twitter.com/westvanbjj Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Unfortunately this Episode has some audio issues. We'll try to fix it and re-uploaded it... TJ is an actor, wrtier, and director. He continuously writes, produces and acts his own 1-man plays all around the world. He is a legend at the Vancouver Fringe Festival. TJ takes us on a deeper discussion into the Enneagram (a personality diagnostic tool) in which his most recent play, Marathon, is all about. TJ's IMDb - http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5182094/ TJ's Website - http://www.tjdawe.ca TJ's Twitter: https://twitter.com/TJ_Dawe Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... If you're interested in hearing the entire Original Track of our opening song which is produced by Omid's band Xpherekube. You can listen to it here and also download it for free! https://soundcloud.com/xpherekube/her... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Nico Luce is an internationally known yogi master who teaches workshops all around the globe. Originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina, Nico was one of the original partners of Yyoga where he and his wife owned and taught the North Vancouver location. He now lives in Switzerland teaching yoga and is inspired by the ancient teachings of Taoism, Hinduism, and Buddhism and frequently refers to these teachings in class and how they can be applied to modern life. Nico's Website - http://www.nicoluce.com/ Nico's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nicoluceyoga Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Roger Killen is a serial entrepreneur, an experienced public speaker and is the producer and licensee of TEDx Stanley Park. This event occurs May 23, 2015 and May 28, 2016. We dive into the life of an entrepreneur, the types of people they are, the hard skills they have, and lessons and pitfalls to avoid for any entrepreneur. If you own a business or starting one, this is a great episode for you! Vancouver Real is a podcast form of new media produced in collaboration by Float House and the Omega Point YouTube channel. We want to open up more meaningful conversation typically not permitted on mainstream media. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. TEDx Stanley Park - https://www.tedxstanleypark.com/ Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/TEDxStanleyPark Twitter - https://twitter.com/TEDxStanleyPark Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

Peter Twist is a pioneer in the functional fitness industry and leader in sport conditioning. Based out of North Vancouver, Twist Sport Conditioning franchises have grown to a global scale. Peter was the strength and conditioning coach for the Vancouver Canucks for 11 seasons, he is a well accomplished author, lecture, educator and entrepreneur. Peter has a contagious Spirit towards work, life, family and the earth. It was simply a pleasure to reconnect with this gem of a man! Pete's Website - http://peaksustainableperformance.com/ Twist Sport Conditioning - http://sportcondition.wpengine.com/ Pete's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/peter.twist13?fref=ts Pete's Twitter - https://twitter.com/getting_twisted Pete's Instagram - https://instagram.com/twisted_twister/ Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

This episode features Taylor Conroy the founder of the philanthropic tech company Change Heroes. Change Heroes is a FOR PROFIT / FOR IMPACT tech company. And they're building the world’s largest community of people taking action by giving. Change Heroes turn Millennials (18-37 year olds) into taking charitable action much earlier than what the traditional metrics show for when people begin to donate to charities. Vancouver Real is a podcast form of new media produced in collaboration by Float House and the Omega Point YouTube channel. We want to open up more meaningful conversation typically not permitted on mainstream media. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. Change Heroes - http://www.changeheroes.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ChangeHeroes?fref=ts Twitter - https://twitter.com/changeheroes Instagram - https://instagram.com/changeheroes/ Taylor's Twitter - https://twitter.com/destroynormal Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

This episode we sit down with director and editor, Oliver Hockenhull. His most recent works are the documentaries From Neurons to Nirvana: Understanding Psychedelic Medicines (2013) and From Neurons to Nirvana: The Great Medicines (2014). His documentaries feature speakers such as: Gabor Mate, Stan Grov, Rick Doblin, and Dennis McKenna. We discuss the contemporary uses, research, potentials and issues surrounding entheogens. Vancouver Real is a podcast form of new media produced in collaboration by Float House and the Omega Point YouTube channel. We want to open up more meaningful conversation typically not permitted on mainstream media. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. Nuerons to Nirvana TRAILER - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EpFWLrMhn0 Watch Neurons to Nirvana - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UlAMocYXQw Order The Great Medicines: http://www.thegreatmedicines.com/ Facebook - Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

This episode features Vancouver's most networked blogger, The Daddy Blogger, Ricky Shetty. Ricky known for creating several online communities such as YVR Bloggers, YVR Dads, and YVR Foodies. He shares his story of growing up in a dysfunctional family and over coming extreme shyness to discovering his passion and purpose as a father, husband and creating communities. He also now puts on several social media and internet marketing conferences each year, a wealth of information towards the online world he is. Daddy Blogger - http://www.daddyblogger.com YVR Bloggers - http://yvrbloggers.com Blog Mastery Conference - http://blogmasteryconference.com Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

This episode features Robert (Bob) Murray, growing up in Port Coquitlam with Canadian icon Terry Fox, Bob, is now a keynote speaker, author and corporate change strategist. He works with past VR guest, Heather White, as the co-founder of The Leader Within and corporate change and development firm. Bob was running a $200M / year company when he realized there was something missing...

This episode goes deep into all aspects of floating! We have co-founder of Float Toronto, Sean Lavery join us to discuss their journey of starting a commercial float centre in Toronto, ON. They are arguably the most successful float centre on the East Coast of the continent. Join as we take you behind the scenes of the float world! Vancouver Real is a podcast form of new media produced in collaboration by Float House and the Omega Point YouTube channel. We want to open up more meaningful conversation typically not permitted on mainstream media. If you live in or around Vancouver and you're doing something fascinating or inspiring shoot us an email to [email protected] and introduce yourself. www.Float-Toronto.com Vancouver Real - http://vancouverreal.tv/ Omega Point - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOmega... Float House - http://www.floathouse.ca/

This episode goes into a pseudo-debate featuring a more conservative point of view versus a more liberal point of view. We have ex-Israeli militant and now Canadian citizen and doctor of veterinary medicine, Roey Kestelman who acts as our "conservative". Joining him a returning guest on Vancouver Real is Alexander Boldizar (The Anarchist Lawyer) who is an author and ex-Harvard Law graduate who assumes the "liberal" position. Both bring up excellent points worth considering.

This episode we welcome Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, a Registered Pyschologist, who specializes in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program (MBSR). Which is a highly respected program within the medical community for dealing with stress, pain, illness, and the demands of daily life. It was developed by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn at the University of Massachusetts Medical School - Division of Preventative and Behavioral Medicine. Kasim is also a Laughter Yoga Instructor where he teaches a weekly class at SFU and also does laughter Yoga teacher training, check out his website for details. We get into meditation, floating, and what a Mindfulness Practice is. Kasim's website: http://www.drkasimalmashat.com/what-is-mindfulnessmbsr.html Kasim's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kasim_Mindful Kasim's TEDxSFU talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVwLjC5etEQ Kasim's Laughter Yoga Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4Pukcx78v4 Vancouver Real: http://vancouverreal.tv/

Heather White is a leadership development educator, public speaker, life coach, and authenticity advocate. She spoke in January 2015 at TEDxBCIT. She regularly travels all over North America and Europe working with companies and leadership seminars / conferences teaching how to be "real" with ones Self, to open up to their true potential. Her program, The Leader Within, is based here in Vancouver, BC.

CFL Running Back and 2-Time Winter Olympian, Jesse Lumsden joined us this week on the show. Jesse is an old friend of Andy and Mike and the start with some reminiscing of their days playing football, followed by Jesse's journey to 2 Olympic games (Vancouver 2010, Sochi 2014). The conversation later flows into the world of bow hunting and then into floatation therapy.

This episode features Director and Professor at the Fisheries Economics Research Unit at UBC, Dr. Rashid Sumaila. He explained to us the threat of over-fishing and how taxpayer money is currently being used to actually support the over-fishing that is occurring in Canada. Siting recent research he gives a great understanding of where the fishing industry is at and how long we have before things get even worse. Reality check!

This episode features published author and cannabis historian, Chris Bennett. Chris runs a business in Vancouver called The Urban Shaman which operates out of Marc Emery's store on W Hastings St. Chris goes deep into the historical evidence and use of cannabis, prepare for mind to be blown! So if you partake of the herb perhaps you'll take a little bit more depth to your consumption of such a powerful and potentially useful plant ally.

This episode features the hosts from the "Two Docs Talking About Stuff" Podcast based out of Vancouver. Dr. Chris and Dr. Sukhi are both chiropractors with a wealth of health knowledge and experience. 4 pod-casters simply getting into their "flow". Enjoy the show!

This episode features Permaculture specialist Ryan Hill. Working as a Land Regeneration designer, he works with private investors looking to create more self-sustaining properties via permaculture projects. He explains the current state of agriculture and how the future is a giant opportunity via the more sustainable, efficient and nutrient-dense farming practices of Permaculture.

On this Episode we have co-founder of the Young and Raw website and entrepreneur Sheleana Aiyana. Young and Raw is a website dedicated to kickstarting the new You where they feature dietary programs and provide a wealth on conscious information from the website and their Facebook page. The conversation takes us through the start up Young and Raw and then meanders into alternative neo-tribalism talk and how changes at the community level are needed and desired.

Mark Haden is the chair of MAPS Canada, Multi-Disciplinary Association for Psychedelic studies. He is also a 30+ year Public Health official and adjunct professor at the University of British Columbia. He is a public health and drug policy expert... listen to him unleash his knowledge, wisdom and experience!

Caleb Jennings is the owner and co-founder of Young and Raw, a holistic nutrition website, and is now a Self-defined Holistic Biohacker. He is also known as the "human encyclopedia", see him in action and you'll see what we mean!

A renowned speaker, and bestselling author, Dr. Gabor Maté is highly sought after for his expertise on a range of topics including addiction, stress and childhood development. For twelve years Dr. Maté worked in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside with patients challenged by hard-core drug addiction, mental illness and HIV, including at Vancouver’s Supervised Injection Site. With over 20 years of family practice and palliative care experience and extensive knowledge of the latest findings of leading-edge research, Dr. Maté is a sought-after speaker and teacher, regularly addressing health professionals, educators, and lay audiences throughout North America.

Sobey Wing is a social activist who works through developing deep connections within various communities. He particular works among the electronic dance culture, indigenous cultures, and the spirit plant medicine field.

This episode features Connor Beaton, a former professional opera singer who started a Vancouver organization called ManTalks, similar to TedTalks, however featuring males in influential roles from Vancouver. It is a space for men to gather, open up, and freely discuss what it means to be a man today.

This week self-made entrepreneur Nadia Aly joins Andy and Omid to share her story about her tremendously successful website, Scuba Diver Life, which highlights anything and everything diving. She travels internationally via her site highlighting the top dive places on earth. She is also a social media guru with a Masters in Digital Media, where she just recently reached a Facebook milestone of 1 million "Likes". UNREAL!

Matthew Bennett is a naturopathic doctor, acupuncturist, and athletic therapist who has recently relocated to Vancouver to start up his own holistic practice called Active Solutions Medicine. We get heavy into various health questions around inflammation, proliferation therapy (prolotherapy), well-rounded exercise programs and more. Give it a view and perhaps a share.

Isaac Haxton is a professional poker player born in the US and now living in Marta. After completing his Bachelor's degree in Computer Science he decided to dedicate his time to playing poker full-time. He's competed in The World Series of Poker and has entered into other tournaments that have had a $1M buy in. He recently appeared on The Joe Rogan Experience Podcast earlier this Summer of 2014.

TJ is back! We felt that we had a lot more to cover with TJ so we asked him back to dive into general discussion. This time we went more into the Enneagram personality deciphering system as well as discuss his 1-man show "Medicine" centred around his Ayahuasca journey with Dr. Gabor Mate. TJ is a writer, director, and actor performing internationally at Fringe festivals. He has also written a play that is being turned into a feature film coming out in theatres across North America AUGUST 1st called "The F-Word" (in Canada) and "What if" (in USA)

This episode features Colin Easton, the man behind "The Stranger Project". Every day this year Colin has gone out into the real world to meet a stranger. He explains his intentions and asks if they'd mind talking with him for a bit so he can share their story, 1 person at a time. We dig into this extensive social experiment Colin has embarked upon, what he has learned about people, the public's response, and how it has impacted him. His work has been featured on several different mainstream media sources here in Vancouver and across Canada.

This week The Anarchist Lawyer makes his VR debut! Our good friend Alexander Boldizar joined the show today. He is a writer for a major Wall Street investment firm who works from Vancouver. He is also an ex-lawyer graduating from Harvard Law, a single-father, and was the director of an art gallery during a 6-year stint in Bali. Alex goes into how the Law is inherently unethical and also gives us an educated summary of the recent events in Ukraine.

We have our friend and float ambassador Dr. Julia Christensen join us to enlighten us on VR about all things Naturopathy. She explains a lot of the unknowns around this holistic approach to medicine and some of the most common ailments she treats. Naturopathy is a growing field where people are looking to treat the root of their disease versus just treating the symptoms.

This episode features Vancouver-based writer, actor, and director TJ Dawe whose also known as "Lord of the Fringe" as he has performed his 1-man plays at Fringe festivals all over the WORLD! He recently wrote a movie entitled "What If" starring Daniel Radcliffe (aka Harry Potter), which will be in theaters August 2014. TJ takes us on a magical journey via his studied knowledge of Enneagrams, a psychology and personality deciphering system. We literally ran out of time with this episode and look forward to TJ's inevitable return.

Today we have Co-Founder of Yyoga and Co-Founder of Nectar Juicery, Lara Kozan join us. She shares the tale of Yyoga's beginnings (the largest Yoga company in Canada based in Vancouver) and elaborates on her latest venture in the exploding market of organic cold-press juice.

In this episode Mike shares his epic story from his recent 10-day Ayahuasca Retreat in Peru. The guys dive into general psychedelic topics before probing Mike for the details of his trip, including the "Cosmic High-5!!"

On this episode Andy's partner and young entrepreneur, Lisa Hau, joins us. She is the owner of a local Hair Salon business in Gastown, Vancouver, BC. She opens up about the challenges and rewards of being a small business owner and also how she expresses herself through her art / work.

This week we sit down with newly published author Matt Corker as he has just published his book "Getting Over the Rainbow - My Journey from Self Doubt to Self Love". We get into the details of the books origins, the act of creation in general, and then more into the personal journey Matt has gone through to become the young, inspiring and limitless young man he is today.

Red 1 is a very successful Canadian hip-hop artist from the group The Rascalz. He recently opened up a Medical Marijuana Shop in Gastown, Vancouver, BC. He is an allied entrepreneur within the community. We start with a look back at the massive success his group had in the Canadian music industry and then get into his latest projects evolving around Cannabis before sliding into some "big picture" discussions over today's society in general.

This is our Pilot episode, we go over what we're about,what we're trying to do and where we're trying to go. Thanks to Brian Rose from London Real to welcome us into his "Real" podcasting tribe. Featuring Founders and Hosts Andy and Mike Zaremba, and Technical Support and co-host, Omid Pakbin.

On this inaugural episode we have Graham Talley from Float On (a commercial float center in Portland, OR). Graham visited us as a part of the book tour he's on promoting the re-release of the float tank inventor Dr. John C. Lilly, Programming and Metaprogramming in the Human Biocomputer. Graham and his colleagues at Float On are industry leaders within the float industry.