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It’s time to put you first. Too many of us put ourselves last and don’t even realize that it means we’re not bringing our best to others. It’s time to get a new shirt. The video version of this podcast is only available to paid subscribers.The audio version is free here and on podcast platforms.We love all subscribers. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe

Does the New year stress you out? Do you set unrealistic goals? Stop it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe

Paul Myer’s does a lot of stuff. You may know him from Record Store Day Podcast, or perhaps his many acclaimed books. Regardless of how you know him, he’s got stories you didn’t know and he’s a fascinating guy. The video version of this podcast is only available to paid subscribers.The audio version is free here and on podcast platforms.We love all subscribers. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe

Media literacy and critical thinking have never been so important. With deep fakes, mis and disinformation at every turn. We need the House Hippo to save us. Thankfully, Matthew Johnson from MediaSmarts is here to help us keep from getting suckered. The video version of this podcast is only available to paid subscribers.The audio version is free here and on podcast platforms.We love all subscribers. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe

You probably know Rob Preuss from Spoons, or Honeymoon Suite, or as the musical director of your favourite Broadway musical. You probably didn’t know he did all that stuff before he was 30. Yes, we feel lazy now too. The video version of this podcast is only available to paid subscribers.The audio version is free here and on podcast platforms.We love all subscribers. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe

In this episode, comedian/musician/author Dave Hill opens up about the glamorous life of feeling like a fraud and occasionally hiding in bathrooms at social events. We dive into the unpredictable joys of creativity—because who doesn’t love pouring their soul into something only for it to flop? Dave shares his childhood love for guitars, his hockey memories, and the surreal experience of meeting icons like Monty Python’s Terry Jones, proving that sometimes your heroes really are cooler than you.The video version of this podcast is only available to paid subscribers.The audio version is free here and on podcast platforms.We love all subscribers. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe

Astrophysicist and Cosmologist Katie Mack knows how life ends. Not just yours… everybody’s in the universe. She’s also funny (Eric Idle is a fan) and arguably the smartest living person in the world (though she doesn’t think that). The video version of this podcast is only available to paid subscribers.The audio version is available free. We love all subscribers. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe

Cyber Security. Not something you really think about and if you do it’s likely focused on identity theft or stolen credit card numbers. Not anymore. Cyber criminals have recently tried to poison water supplies and more… Chief Information Security Officer Curtis Blais is doing his best to stop them.The video version of this podcast is only available to paid subscribers. The audio version is free.We love all subscribers. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe

What’s it like to earn admiration from legends like Paul McCartney, Elvis Costello, and Feist? In this episode, we chat with Canadian music icon Ron Sexsmith. From swapping chords with McCartney to life in small-town Stratford, Ron shares hilarious and heartfelt stories about his songwriting, collaborations, and creative journey.The video version of this podcast is only available to paid subscribers.The audio version is free to everyone.We love all subscribers. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe

Actor, comedian, improv legend, guy who you know from that movie, live show or TV commercial, David Milchard sits down for a chat with me about acting, comedy, social media, and what’s wrong with the world. The video version of the podcast is only available to paid subscribers. The audio version is available to free subscribers.We love all subscribers. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe

You’ve seen Michael de Adder’s editorial cartoons. They’ve been shared online millions of times and by some very big names. In this episode, I talk to Michael about the power of humour and how his cartoons help us all process this bonkers world. Follow Michael on Substack Michael de Adder The video version of this podcast is only available to paid subscribers.We love free subscribers too though. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe

Trump’s commanding election victory has had an impact on a lot of people. I mean, the guy’s a convicted felon and an adjudicated sexual abuser. Dr Jen Golbeck (magareport.news) is a computer science professor at the University of Maryland and she spent her summer going to MAGA rallies so you didn’t have to. I asked her if people are just horrible and what can we do to move past this point?The video of this podcast is only available to paid subscribers.We love free subscribers too though. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe

Right or wrong… here we are at the start of another Trump presidency. In order to put a somewhat positive spin on things… comedian Fiona O’Brien and I talk about the Top 5 Things I Learned From Trump’s Re-ElectionVideo versions of the podcast are only available to paid subscribers.We love all subscribers though. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe

In this episode, Brittlestar, Steve Boots, and Lisa discuss various topics, including the Swan Parade in Stratford, Ontario, and Alex Jones endorsing Pierre Poilievre. They also touch on the alignment of ideologies and the complexities of political alliances. The conversation explores the polarization in politics and the lack of nuance in public discourse. It discusses the controversy surrounding Pierre Poilievre and his association with Alex Jones, as well as the response from the conservative party. The conversation also touches on the need for critical thinking and the danger of falling for conspiracy theories. The hosts express concerns about the upcoming election and the lack of substantive policy discussions. They also discuss the government's investment in AI and the debate between public and private infrastructure. The conversation explores the potential impact of AI on various aspects of society, including job displacement, music generation, and education. The hosts discuss the need for regulation and education around AI, as well as the limitations and challenges of AI technology. They also touch on the importance of maintaining a personal touch in artistic endeavors and the potential risks of relying too heavily on AI. The hosts conclude with an improvised musical theme. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.brittlestar.com/subscribe