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Courage Stories

by Louis Martyres

Welcome to Courage Stories. A podcast series where ATB team members share their stories on being courageous while embracing who they are and how they are allies for others. With your hosts Louis Martyres and Rachel Wade.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 2: Rob Bennett

    Rob Bennett is the Head of Customer Experience at ATB and the Executive Sponsor of the LGBTA Network. In this podcast Rob shares the story of his family's journey towards courageously being themselves and true allies for each other. He also talks about why it is important, particularly for…

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  2. Episode 10: Heather Ruhl Part 2

    The goal of Courage Stories is to share lived experiences so we can begin to build empathy and a meaningful dialogue around how we can courageously be ourselves and true allies for each other. Some of these stories may be difficult to listen to. This episode is the second part of our conversation...

  3. Episode 9: Heather Ruhl Part 1

    The goal of Courage Stories is to share lived experiences so we can begin to build empathy and a meaningful dialogue around how we can courageously be ourselves and true allies for each other. Some of these stories may be difficult to listen to. Over the next two episodes we speak with Heather…

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  4. Episode 8: Saad Siddiqui

    Saad is a Senior Manager of Agency Strategies in RFS. In this episode we delve into some of the challenges people of colour face in the workplace. We discuss how a lack of representation can stop people from dreaming and about the steps allies can take to be more inclusive, reduce bias and raise...

  5. Episode 7: Rachel Ashauer

    Rachel Ashauer was a student in our ATB 101 program and worked in Communications. She is also a skilled costume maker and cosplayer. In this podcast we talk about how Rachel got into cosplay and what it meant to find a community where she truly belonged. Despite a little judgement from her family...

  6. Episode 6: Tosha Roper

    You might recognize Tosha from our ATB #11 launch video. In the video Tosha portayed an Indigenous woman who felt she couldn't be her true self. She would eventually find acceptance through the kind actions of an ATB team member. It was a touching moment but one that isn't far from the truth. In...

  7. Episode 5: Steve Tsuida Part 2

    The goal of Courage Stories is to share lived experiences so we can build empathy and begin a meaningful dialogue around how we can courageously be ourselves and true allies for each other. Some of these stories may be difficult to listen to. This week we continue our discussion with Steve…

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  8. Episode 4: Steve Tsuida Part 1

    Those who know Steve Tsuida, and many of us do, know him as one of the most creative people at ATB. He is perfectly suited for his role as a Videographer. In this episode, Steve gives us a glimpse into what it's like to live with ADHD and high functioning Asperger Syndrome. In this podcast Rachel...

  9. Episode 3: Scott Herron and Dan Semmens

    Scott is an External Disabilities & Inclusion Specialist and the Chair of ATB's Abilities Network. He is also a former Paralympian and silver medalist. You may recognize Scott from the ATB 11 teaser video released earlier this year. Dan and Scott have been friends long before they joined ATB.…

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  10. Episode 1: Ange Paye

    Ange speaks about her life growing up in Africa, coming out to her mother on a long car ride from Fort Mac to Edmonton and her experience finding her chosen family.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to Courage Stories. A podcast series where ATB team members share their stories on being courageous while embracing who they are and how they are allies for others. With your hosts Louis Martyres and Rachel Wade.

HOSTED BY

Louis Martyres

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Courage Stories have?

Courage Stories currently has 10 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Courage Stories about?

Welcome to Courage Stories. A podcast series where ATB team members share their stories on being courageous while embracing who they are and how they are allies for others. With your hosts Louis Martyres and Rachel Wade.

How often does Courage Stories release new episodes?

Courage Stories has 10 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts Courage Stories?

Courage Stories is created and hosted by Louis Martyres.
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