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Creative Block
by Media Lab YYC
Hosted by Kyle Marshall, owner of Media Lab YYC, Creative Block features interviews with artists and entrepreneurs about where they came from, what they're doing now, and where they want to go. Certain episodes profile internet culture and how that influences online creators.
Episodes
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Dominique Prinet | author of Flying to Extremes
Dominique Prinet has been many things in his life. Pilot, captain, businessman, and teacher are all roles he's had. But now he wants to share what he's learned. In this episode he talks with Kyle about growing up in France at the end of World War 2, coming to Canada, and how to navigate by using...
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Robert Price | Bōde Canada
The real estate process feels like it has intentionally been made to be confusing. Robert Price decided he wanted to change that and so created his company Bōde to help. In this episode he discuses his love of tennis, helping people in rural areas get high speed internet, and the decision to…
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Chris Patrick | author of Disasters to Dreams
Chris Patrick has had some pretty traumatic events happen in his life. But he was able to take those challenges and create something wonderful out of his life. In this episode he tells Kyle why he took up skateboarding, how he opened up his first business, and when he finally made the decision to...
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Introducing: Somebody Date Jenn and Kyle
Kyle showcased a new podcast he's co-hosting with Jenn Sanford called Somebody Date Jenn and Kyle. You can follow the podcast here: https://www.somebodydatejennandkyle.com Creative Block is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network: Locally grown. Community supported. You can find more...
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Podcasting Update
Kyle gives a rundown of the different podcast Media Lab is working on. Let him know your favourite! Creative Block is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network: Locally grown. Community supported. You can find more information and listen to all the great shows by going here:...
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Vanessa Jette | Abracadavers
Calgary is becoming the backdrop to many film and television productions. One of those is Abracadavers, which will be bringing out its second season soon. Vanesa Jette joins Kyle to discuss how she came to be hired and her hopes for the future. Follow Vanessa here:...
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David Royer | Dream Rocket Media
Branding is so important for any company today. David Royer joins Kyle to explain how you can strengthen your brand, his history with animation, and why it's never bad to come up with a little song and dance. Find out more about Dream Rocket Media here: https://www.dreamrocketmedia.com Or you can...
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Waleed Shah | Photographer
Waleed Shah accidentally became a photographer. While he does have a passion for creating art he also enjoys giving back to the community. In this episode he talks with Kyle about starting out and finding his unique voice. Check out Waleed's website: https://www.waleedshah.ae And follow on...
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Tyler McCombs | Devon + Lang
Tyler McCombs had a romantic evening with his wife ruined because of bad underwear. That sparked the idea of a new kind of underwear company. In this episode he talks with Kyle about having the entrepreneurial spirit, finding the right collaborators, and how the company is still adding new ideas....
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Gillian Williamson | Studio Lumen
Gillian Williamson took a chance when she moved across the country and then started her own business without knowing anyone in her new city. She joins Kyle to discuss the magic of video, trusting your gut, and why Alberta is unique when it come to entrepreneurship. Check out Studio Lumen's…
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Adam O'Brien | Bitcoin Well
Bitcoin can seem convoluted and scary. Adam O'Brien, Founder and CEO of Bitcoin Well, joins Kyle to discuss how he got into Bitcoin in the first place and then took that passion in creating a business that helps to simplify the process for others. You can visit Bitcoin Well here:...
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Lisa Bush | Author of City Hall
Lisa Bush is the author of City Hall. It's a mystery set in Calgary! Lisa talks with Kyle about how she came to Calgary, what the past year has been like, and what made her want to write a work of fiction in the first place. Visit Lisa's website: http://lisabush.ca Or follow her on Instagram:...
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Azren Raju | The Language Nerd
Azren Raju has a business that had a lot of in-person elements. The past year has been different but it allowed Azren to focus on other things. Now he's excited about what the future holds for learning languages and expanding his business. You can go to Azren's website:...
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Alex Sarian | Arts Commons
Alex Sarian started his tenure as President and CEO of Arts Commons in January of 2020. He brought with him a great knowledge of how to run a successful arts organization. He talks with Kyle about what's helped him through the past year and what makes him excited about the future of Arts Commons...
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Kyo-Jean Chung | Kindling Food Co., Sugar Water, You & I Café and Bakery
Kyo-Jean Chung grew up watching his parents run a café. He knew he also wanted to put his mark on food. Now he's begun two food startups and taken over his parents' café while still looking at ways to innovate. He joins Kyle to discuss coffee, Calgary, and cocktails. Kindling Food Co. website:...
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Stafford Arima | Artistic Director of Theatre Calgary
How does a Toronto kid spend 20 years working in New York City theatre and then find themselves in Calgary? In this episode Stafford Arima describes his approach to theatre, how Evita changed his life, and a confrontation with the legendary Elaine Stritch. Checkout Theatre Calgary here:...
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Melanie Bahniuk | short documentary OMA
Melanie Bahniuk originally thought that soccer stardom was in her future. But then she got sucked into the world of acting. Now she's also helping to produce the short documentary OMA. In this episode she lets Kyle know how that happened and why Alberta is becoming a better place for theatre and...
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Brett Cassidy and Carson Stewart | The Ashley Hundred
The Ashley Hundred are described as "a psychedelic rock band without boundaries or burdens." Two members of the band, Brett Cassidy and Carson Stewart, join Kyle to discuss how the band was formed, how they've survived the last year, and what the Calgary music scene means to them. You can go to…
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Kyle Simmers and Ryan Danny Owen | Pass Me By: Electric Vice
Pass Me By is a graphic novel described as "an inverted coming of age story about understanding queer identity and what happens to the stories you never tell." Its creators, Kyle Simmers and Ryan Danny Owen, join Kyle to discuss small towns, art degrees, and their new book. You can back the...
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Creative Block | Season 3
Trailer for Season Three! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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70. Bruce Tannas | Connect4Commerce
Bruce Tannas has worn a bunch of different hats in his life. But his new venture has been in his mind for a while. In this episode he lets Kyle know how Connect4Commerce allows businesses find the opportunities they're looking for. You can check out Connect4Commerce here:...
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69. Jena Rhydderch and Jocelyn Tocher | Authors of Faraway Families
Jena and Jocelyn could see there was a need to connect families that couldn't see each other in-person. Faraway Families reminds readers aged 0-99 that we are always loved, no matter how far apart we may be. In this episode you'll hear how they met, the opportunity they saw, and what lies ahead…
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68. COVID Diary 2
Just some more things I've been thinking about over the past month in relation to my business, Media Lab. Creative Block is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network: Locally grown. Community supported. You can find more information and listen to all the great shows by going here:...
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67. COVID Diary 1
Just some things I've been thinking about over the past couple of weeks in relation to my business, Media Lab. Creative Block is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network: Locally grown. Community supported. You can find more information and listen to all the great shows by going here:...
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66. Roel Suasin
Roel Suasin joins Kyle to discuss his journey from dancing to directing. He also details the scary moment he discovered he might not have been as good as he thought he was. Follow Roel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roelsuasin/ Creative Block is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast...
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65. Jeff Archibald (of Paper Leaf)
Jeff Archibald stumbled into creating his own company. Now he helps a variety of companies, both large and small, with their design and marketing needs. Learn how he took Paper Leaf from an idea to a company employing a bunch of creatives. You can find more information at: https://paper-leaf.com...
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64. Meagan Elemans (of ME Photo)
Meagan Elemans didn't have a grand plan to become a photographer. However, when she noticed the power of the portrait she knew what she needed to do. She has now evolved her company to taking boudoir photos but not in the way that you might think. Meagan talks with Kyle about creating a safe…
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63. Dee Higdon (of Dee Higdon Creative)
Dee Higdon didn't necessarily plan on owning her business but she took the opportunity when it was presented to her. In this episode she discusses being a journalist, moving to Edmonton, and why she was perfectly suited to write. Dee Higdon's website: https://www.deehigdon.com Her Facebook:...
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62. What's the deal with fiction podcasts?
At the very beginning of podcasting the format focused on people talking about things they were passionate about. Nowadays fiction podcasts are extremely popular and among the top downloaded. Why do they resonate with people? Kyle explains what draws him to the format and debuts a show that Media...
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61. Will Discover Connection get 1 million subscribers?
Matt Mort returns to the show to discuss what he's been up to for the past year. We discuss the YouTube channel he helps make videos for, Boy Meets World, and tattoos. Watch Discover Connection on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvxGFtF7apSnmpnKHDrK8qA Or you can follow them on Tik Tok:...
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60. Can podcasting fix politics?
Politics can be nasty. Cable news turns it into a yelling match every night. So can podcasting bring a new era of insight into politics? Can you disagree without being disagreeable. Perhaps not, but Kyle invites on David Youn to see if they can figure it out. Kyle and Dave co-host the movie…
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59. Mark Raffan (of Negotiations Ninja)
Mark Raffan is the host of the podcast Negotiations Ninja, the number 1 negotiating podcast in the world. In this conversation he explains where he got his start, what he first became obsessed with, and how he's currently growing his business. Negotiations Ninja website:...
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58. Loreen Wales (owner of Revive Wellness)
Loreen Wales realized early in her life how much nutrition is important to overall health. She's the owner of Revive Health and is now focuses on helping Canadians with an overall health plan rather than them being bounced around to a bunch of different specialists. She talks with Kyle about how...
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57. Mike Michalowicz (author of Fix This Next)
Mike Michalowicz has learned so much in his years of entrepreneurship, angel investing, and writing books. In this chat with Kyle he details some of the key lessons he's uncovered and what advice he'd give to those struggling in business. Mike's website: https://mikemichalowicz.com Mike on…
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56. Ryan Sanderson (host of Eat More Barbecue)
It's summer time! That means you can sit on your patio, get a tan, and eat some barbecue. Then you can eat more barbecue. Kyle invites Ryan Sanderson (host of the Eat More Barbecue podcast) to discuss his background and why he wanted to create a show about his hobby. You can listen to the Eat…
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55. Savanna Harvey (of IGNITE! Festival)
When Savanna Harvey moved to a small town in Alberta she made the choice to become a "theatre kid." That choice has impacted her entire life. She's written and produced her own work for years, but now is helping to produce and organize IGNITE! Festival, dedicated to emerging artists. IGNITE!...
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54. Justin Bills (pastor of Canyon Creek Christian Fellowship)
Justin Bills is a pastor. But that doesn't mean he doesn't still face the same things that other entrepreneurs do. In this episode Kyle talks with Justin about being a sheltered homeschooled Los Angeles boy, going on a mission to Australia, and then eventually moving to Canada to find his…
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53. Andrew Scott (of It's a Conspiracy)
Andrew Scott talks about aliens, lizard people, and whether the Earth is flat. But in this interview he tells Kyle about growing up in Grande Prairie, moving to Japan, and then eventually moving back to Canada to start a family and a podcast. Creative Block is a proud member of The Alberta…
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52. Michael Cronin (of Acquire Agency)
Michael Cronin found a lot of success as a young man. Then he had some setbacks. And then he (almost by accident) discovered something that he was really good at. He joins Kyle to discuss that roller coaster of a journey. Acquire Agency website: https://www.acquireagency.com Michael's personal...
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51. Griffin Cork
Griffin Cork was born in raised in Calgary. As an actor and producer he wants to build up the industry in this city. He joins Kyle to explain that decision and also discuss why Dungeons and Dragons is necessary. Check out Griffin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griffincork/ Griffin's...
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50. Andrew Cooper (of Theatre Jupiter)
A circus has come to town! Andrew Cooper joins Kyle to discuss musical theatre, the culture of Calgary, and why there's something special about being part of a crowd. Andrew's website: https://www.andrewgcooper.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgcooper22/ Twitter:...
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49. Chris Stockton (of Birnton Theatricals)
It feels like the world has been having a string of bad luck. Chris Stockton's company Birnton Theatricals will be putting on the show The Other Josh Cohen soon. Described as a "hilarious rock-and-roll romantic comedy about good guy Josh caught in a lifelong battle with bad luck." It just may be...
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48. Jenelle Peterson (of The Wild | Life Outdoor Adventures)
Kids are increasingly staying indoors and not exploring what's around them in the natural world. Jenelle Peterson thought of a way to inspire kids to go outside and discover what's around them. Kyle is just happy he gets to open boxes. The Wild | Life Outdoor Adventures delivers monthly kits that...
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47. Lumen Beltran
Lumen Beltran may be the current title holder of Miss Asia Calgary, but she's an accomplished marketer and online creator. She joins Kyle to discuss representation in the media, the fashion industry, and the benefits of social media. Lumen's website: https://www.lumenbeltran.com Her Instagram:...
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46. Josiah Sinanan (host of anticulture)
Josiah Sinanan joins Kyle to discuss what growing up in Calgary is like when you're culturally ambiguous. Plus discussions on Oprah, the Olsen twins, and Ira Glass. anticulture with Josiah Sinanan: https://www.josiahpodcast.com/listen Josiah's personal website: http://www.josiahsinanan.com Mary...
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45. Why Talk About Movies?
Sometimes you just have to know. I asked David Youn what the first movie he watched was. The answer surprised me, and then things took a turn from there. The beginning of Transformers: The Movie: https://youtu.be/4lo7JPLJUUU A famous clip from The Simpsons: https://youtu.be/BGrfhsxxmdE The…
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44. Adam Morris (of Copperblock Capital)
Adam Morris grew up in Calgary influenced by his parents' entrepreneurial spirit. He took what he learned and started his own business in the construction industry and focused on how to make the world a better place ... with shipping containers. Look at these building created with shipping...
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43. Do I Need to Make Another Podcast?
Kyle is creating a new podcast? Does he need to? Does anyone need to? All of these questions might be answered by the end of the episode. Dave Youn is the creator of Perspectives YYC: https://www.perspectivesyyc.com Clips that were referenced in this episode: Snow White's 50th Anniversary…
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42. Nathan Horch and Aleisha Anderson (of the film Father of Nations)
Father of Nations tells the story of a group of people that are trying to find a way to survive in a world that has turned into a wasteland. They wander the wasteland, confronted by ravagers, and a dying world that can no longer sustain them. Nathan Horch and Aleisha Anderson tells he tale of how...
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41. Karen Johnson Diamond and Jesselle Laurén (Dirty Laundry)
Karen Johnson Diamond started Dirty Laundry, and improvised soap opera, twenty years ago. Jesselle Laurén starts with the company this year. Listen to see what each has learned about theatre, improv, and the city. Find info about Dirty Laundry here: https://www.dirtylaundrycalgary.com Find…
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Hosted by Kyle Marshall, owner of Media Lab YYC, Creative Block features interviews with artists and entrepreneurs about where they came from, what they're doing now, and where they want to go. Certain episodes profile internet culture and how that influences online creators.
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