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Leading & Being
by Jeff Shepherd
Jeff hosts conversations with therapists, artists, entrepreneurs, educators, and community leaders, delving into their journeys as catalysts for transformation in their own lives and the lives of others. The podcast offers an intimate glimpse into the experiences of individuals who are living their truth, embracing creativity, and making the best of their one wild and precious life.
Episodes
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Connecting To Your Higher Self with Kara Roberts
This episode is all about discovering and connecting with your higher self. You can find Kara on Instagram at @kara.nerissa and online at Her Intuition.
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Counselling Insights & Advice with Melissa Payne
Melissa and Jeff share six insights from their graduate training in psychotherapy. This episode is all about mental health, what it's like to be a therapist and finding beauty and healing in embracing the complexity of the human experience.
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Insights From The Untethered Soul with Brenda Reinkeluers
Brenda and I share insights from one of our favourite books, The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer. We talk about the power of mindfulness, becoming an observer of our thoughts, letting go of resistance and the importance of staying curious in moments of discomfort.
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6 Life Lessons Learned From The Pandemic with Kassandra Engmann
Jeff and Kassandra each share 3 insights learned from the pandemic so far. Interested in connecting with Kassandra? Find her podcast here: www.instagram.com/thelaundryroompod
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Leadership and Living Your Truth with Nigel Walker
Nigel is a yoga entrepreneur, personal discovery facilitator, writer and speaker based in Toronto. This episode explores his evolution as an entrepreneur, what vulnerability has to do with leadership and many other powerful insights for living a wholehearted life. Check him out at...
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Building Community & Addressing The Housing Crisis with Councillor Catherine McKenney
All the way from Ottawa City Hall, Catherine McKenney is on the show to talk about the Ottawa Housing Emergency, their journey as a city councillor and how this global pandemic is an opportunity for big change in the community.
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Longing, Belonging & Becoming a Psychotherapist with Melissa Payne
Melissa Payne is a writer and soon-to-be Psychotherapist with a passion for sharing her insights with the people around her. Mel radiates love and positivity and shares some powerful truths about the power of embracing the mystery of the human experience. Check out her writing at...
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Instagram and Our Inner Saboteur with Tara Porter
This episode is all about Instagram, entrepreneurship and overcoming our inner critic. Tara Porter is a social media manager for several successful small businesses and shares some hard truths on becoming your best self on and offline. Follow Tara on Instagram @taraamberporter and check out her...
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The Spiritual Life with Brenda Reinkeluers
Brenda is a spiritual teacher, former-chaplain and restorative practice facilitator that is passionate about helping young people develop their spirituality. This episode is full of hard truths about the human experience including the power of letting go, building a relationship with our ego, and...
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The Artist Behind the Music with Jordan McIntosh
Listen to Jordan McIntosh share his writing process, how he deals with the critics and what it's like being an artist in 2019. As an introverted-extrovert he's learned how to balance high energy performances with the need for downtime, and he's never afraid to spill some truths about living a…
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Getting & Staying Fit with Jonathan Di Pierro
Jonathan is a fitness trainer and the owner of two fitness centres in Ottawa, Canada. Together we explore how to stay fit, why we should stop comparing ourselves to others and why setting clear intentions is the key for living a healthy, fit and happy life. This phenomenal episode is for those…
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Mediumship & Intuitive Life Coaching with Kara Roberts
Trust your gut! Kara Roberts helps us connect with loved ones who have passed on and is in the business of empowering us to find our authentic power. Kara knows we have the ability to develop stronger intuition to find solutions to change maladaptive thoughts and behaviors such as anxiety and...
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Small Business & Big Intentions with Amir Rahim
What's the third wave coffee movement? What does setting intentions in business look like? How do we balance discipline and creativity? Listen to the owner and operator of Grounded Kitchen and Bar Amir Rahim explore the big ideas behind running a small business. Check them out online:...
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Connecting to Your Inner Teacher With Jessica Magnan
Life Coach and Yoga Teacher Jessica Magnan is in the studio to share her experience of guiding others in their journey of self-awareness and growth. Together we explore the power of building a relationship with ourselves, understanding "God" as Love and why it's never too late to change our…
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Inside "Live On Elgin" & Ottawa's Theatre Scene with Lawrence Evenchick
Lawrence is the owner and operator of LiveOnElgin, a popular and unique performance venue in Ottawa, Canada. Together we explore why it's important to support local entertainment venues and learn more about Ottawa's live entertainment scene, including Ottawa's growing theatre community!
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Making a Local Impact with Christine Leadman
Executive Director of the Bank Street BIA Christine Leadman is in the studio! Together we explore the power of grassroots community building and take an inside look at running for public office. We also explore the importance of investing in our communities and how business improvement…
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Big Love and The Power of Young People with Jennifer Laale
Jennifer is back on the show to share her message of embracing discomfort, empowering young people and learning to choose love over fear when life gets hard!
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An Inside Look at Entrepreneurship with Kevin Martin
Kevin Martin owns Stroked Ego, a Men's clothing store in Ottawa, Canada. We take an inside look at Kevin's experience opening and managing a small business, the importance of finding work-life balance and why contributing to the community is a vital part of running a successful shop!
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Hard Work & Gratitude with Tara Porter
Tara Porter is a Yoga Teacher, Musician, and Full-time Community Outreach Coordinator in Ottawa, Canada. Listen to Tara share her story of cultivating resilience and staying curious as she grows as an artist and community builder. We explore the importance of getting out of our comfort zone and…
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Queer Representation & Finding Creative Balance with Fliss DeCarle
Felicity DeCarle talks about navigating the Ottawa music scene as a queer woman, what life has been like since becoming a full-time artist and how she maintains a healthy and creative relationship with her partner Rachel. Fliss has a beautiful energy and presence and we are lucky to have her in…
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Education and the Importance of Reflection with Dr. Chris Eaket
University education has changed so much! Listen to Dr. Chris Eaket highlight the pros and cons of academia as he shares his experience as a grad student and university instructor. What happened to character development? What about the importance of open dialogue and reflection? Where do we…
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Creativity, Curiosity and Cultivating Love Through Art with Olexandra Pruchnicky
Performer Olexandra Pruchnicky from The Peptides joins us from her studio in Toronto to talk about creative living! We explore the power of finding your tribe, cultivating love and growth through music and photography, and the importance of taking care of our minds and bodies as artists and human...
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Cannabis, Feminism and the Future of Journalism with Julie Buen
Julie Buen's journalism career has taught her a lot about hard work and navigating male-dominated workspaces. Now she educates Canadians about medical cannabis and is passionate about eradicating stigma! Julie also mentors young women in the world of business and has many words of wisdom for...
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Practicing Awareness and Owning Our Story with Sophie Abboud
Mindful Leadership Coach Sophie Abboud has cultivated some powerful lessons from owning her story. Now she has created a company to help business leaders make a greater impact by living and leading a mindful life, reminding us that personal and social transformation is a journey that starts…
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On Authenticity and Taking Risks with Chris Fry
Chris Fry is a passionate public administrator with a background in community building, restaurant management, and theatre production. We explore what "authenticity" really means, why creating a sense of community is so important, and why taking risks is vital for living and leading a happy and...
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Defining "Community" and Building Trust with Lauren Potosky
Lauren Potosky knows the importance of community building and the power of coming together, but what does "community" really mean? What makes a good community builder? It seems that trust is not only at the core of healthy relationships but is also at the root of healthy communities. In this...
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The Power of Mentors and Letting Go with Christy Bindhardt
Listen to Christy Bindhardt explore the power of mentors, the importance of finding your tribe and why practicing letting go is a sign of strength. With no formal training as an educator, Christy embraced ger calling and has evolved into a powerful agent of change and empowerment for hundreds of...
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Saying YES and Empowering Others with Jennifer Laale
Listen to acting Coach, team facilitator and entrepreneur Jennifer Laale explore the power of saying yes, why lifting others up is the best way to build healthy teams and why we should question what it means to be "passionate." Jennifer is the perfect person for episode one of Leading and Being!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Jeff hosts conversations with therapists, artists, entrepreneurs, educators, and community leaders, delving into their journeys as catalysts for transformation in their own lives and the lives of others. The podcast offers an intimate glimpse into the experiences of individuals who are living their truth, embracing creativity, and making the best of their one wild and precious life.
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Jeff Shepherd
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Jeff hosts conversations with therapists, artists, entrepreneurs, educators, and community leaders, delving into their journeys as catalysts for transformation in their own lives and the lives of others. The podcast offers an intimate glimpse into the experiences of individuals who are living their...
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Leading & Being is created and hosted by Jeff Shepherd.
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