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Today on the podcast I speak to Mike Reynolds from EveryDayGirlDad.com. On the show we cover topics such as:

- Body Image for Men

- Mike's switch from PuzzlingPosts.com to EverydayGirlDad.com

- Mike's new found love of Cross-Stitching

- Speaking in New York on the Changing Face of Maculinity

- Mike's t-shirts for Charity Venture

- The hopeful revival of our Creative Minds Podcast

Direct download: Mike_Reynolds.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 12:52pm EDT

Today on the podcast I speak to Fatherhood writer, Casey Palmer, from CaseyPalmer.com. On the show we cover topics such as:

- The Dad 2.0 Summit

- Casey's Live From the 3.5 Project, which began as a Black History Month feature but grew into a something much bigger]

- Our thoughts on the dad blogging space in Canada

- What we hope our platforms will do to inspire our kids creatively.

- Casey's time at the Parenting 101 Conference in Kelowna, BC

Direct download: Casey_Palmer_Interview.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 5:49pm EDT

Today I chatted with Canadian Olympic gymnast, Ellie Black, about her journey through gymnastics, which has led her to appear in 2 Olympic games so far. 

We talked about her youth as she provided some excellent advice for all the young gymnasts out there and even took the time to answer a few questions from the gymnasts here at Kanata Gymnosphere. 

We also had a chance to discuss her new line of Ellie leotards from Jagwear of Canada and how important it is for kids to have string Canadian role models to look up to. 

Ellie is an absolutely wonderful person and you can tell that she is grateful for everything that has come her way. She is quick to give back to the kids and we are lucky to have her as an ambassador for our young athletes. 

I hope you enjoy the show!!

Direct download: Ellie_Black.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 10:52am EDT

Adam Van Koeverden & Jennifer Botterill talk about new online cancer screening tool, My CancerIQ, and also share stories of their Olympic journeys. 

Direct download: My_CancerIQ.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 2:18pm EDT

Interview with Noemie Pound

Direct download: Noemie_Pound.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 8:54pm EDT

Today on the podcast I welcome Huffington Post contributor, children's author and Puzzling Posts blogger, Mike Reynolds.

We took some time to discuss the different standards between men and women in sport, specifically speaking about Eugenie Bouchard and the Women's World Cup of Soccer/Football.

This being Bell Let's Talk day, we also get into a discussion about mental illness and share our personal stories. I believe that the stigma is slowly lifting and will only continue to fade as more people take a stand. The more we talk, the more we help.

As always, if you enjoyed the show, please take a minute to visit iTunes and leave a rating and review. That is how you get the show out to the world and I would be forever grateful! Have a great day!

Direct download: Canadian_Dad_Podcast_-_Ep.10.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 11:22am EDT

I had the very cool opportunity to chat with John-Angus MacDonald, who is the guitarist for Canadian rock band, The Trews. John-Angus is a new father and I was curious to hear how his rock star life had changed after his son's birth. 

Before we talked father, John-Angus was gracious enough to answer a bunch of my rock and roll questions. I've always been fascinated by rock stars and everything that goes on behind the scenes in the rock world. John-Angus shares his mindset before and after a show and talks about The Trews' new self-titled album. 

One of my favourite parts of the interview is when J-A talks about how they treat each new album as if they are re-applying for their jobs. I also get the back story behind the band's name and how they started out as a band named, Trouser. 

We close out the interview by talking about fatherhood and John-Angus shares his hopes for himself as a father and talks about whether he'll encourage his children to pursue a musical career. I had a blast talking music and fatherhood with John-Angus MacDonald and highly recommend their new album to anyone who loves rock and roll! 

For more info on The Trews, their tour and their music, you can visit www.thetrewsmusic.com.

Direct download: Canadian_Dad_Podcast_-_Ep.9.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 8:46pm EDT

I was so excited to have the opportunity to speak to Canadian children's recording artists, Bobs and LoLo. My kids have been huge B&L fans for a long time and I still get their songs stuck in my head all the time. 

In this episode we talk a lot about Bobs & LoLo's new Christmas album, Wave Your Antlers, and the process behind the recording and filming of the album. Just as a side note, the album is really great and my kids have realy enjoyed listening to the first single "Chris Moose", mostly because at one point he "shakes his caboose", which the kids find hilarious. 

We also talk about B&L's numerous Juno Nominations, what it was like meeting and sharing a stage with the likes of Fred Penner and Sharon, Lois & Bram and we also spend a few minutes comparing notes on how little we all know about using Pinterest. 

It was great talking to Robyn & Lorraine and you can easily see why they are a great fit for the children's music scene in the joyful and passionnate way they discuss their music. 

Direct download: Canadian_Dad_Podcast_-_Ep.8.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 1:11pm EDT

This week on the podcast I had the chance to speak to psychotherapist and relationship expert, Kelly Flannigan Bos. Kelly is also The Relationship Rescuer blogger with the Yummy Mummy Club and we had a chance to talk about her role on the site. 

We talk about a range of topics, including conscious uncoupling, marital stress, putting your marriage first and how to take small steps towards rekindling your relationship. 

Finally we discuss the stigma behind seeking counseling and Kelly explains why it's important with any type of counseling that you get the help you need before it's too late. 

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did and many thanks to Kelly for taking the time to chat. 

Direct download: Canadian_Dad_Podcast_-_Ep.7.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 10:10pm EDT

This week on the show, I spoke to stay at home dad, blogger at DaddyDoctrines.com and the author of the new children's book, "Sometimes You Need a Jellyfish", Chris Routly!

We discussed his journey from a career in graphic design to life as a stay at home dad, blogger and author. Chris also talks about his work with the National At-Home Dad Network and the new Portland Dads Group that he is co-running. 

Chris is a great dad and great writer, PLUS he knows the exact date that Marty McFly goes into the future and we talk a bit about how the internet is always getting the date wrong!

Finally, I am happy to introduce the first ever sponsor for the podcast! If you would like to take advantage of a one month free trial at Reading Eggs, you can go to ReadingEggs.com/CDAD and sign up! I have been using this service for about a year and my kids love it. 

Direct download: Canadian_Dad_Podcast_-_Ep.6.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 9:58pm EDT

This week I spoke to father, children's book author, podcaster and writer, Mike Reynolds from PuzzlingPosts.com. We discuss Mike's weekend at Beau's Oktoberfest and I give plenty of love to the organizers of the Blissdom Canada conference, where I was a panellist during a podcasting session this past weekend. 

Mike talks about his children's books, "Daddy, Fly" and "The One Green Dinosaur", that he co-wrote with his young daughter. He also talks about other ways to be creative with your kids and how great their little minds truly can be. 

Don't forget to say hi to Mike on Twitter, @PuzzlingPostDad

Enjoy the Show!

Direct download: Canadian_Dad_Podcast_-_Ep.5.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 5:14pm EDT

Jeff Bogle from OWTK.com joins me on th podcast to talk about the importance of giving our children a taste of a variety of different art forms, especially when it comes to the type of music we listen to. 

There is a while kindie music scene outside of the Frozen soundtrack and the Wheel on the Bus and Jeff takes us through some of the best in the business. He also offers his services in helping you find a kindie band that blends your genre of music with topics that kids can really understand. 

I also strongly enoucrage you to check out Jeff's podcast on iTunes, The OWTK Kid's Music Monthly Podcast.

Direct download: Canadian_Dad_Podcast_-_Ep.4.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 9:03pm EDT

This week on the podcast, I spoke to fitness coach, entrepreneur, motivational speaker and father, Dai Manuel, from the website The Moose is Loose. Dai shares tips for parents who want to start making some changes in their lives. 

We discuss Dai's battle with childhood obesity that led him to start taking care of his body at a young age, and I share my struggles with weight and general laziness. We also spend some time talking about the importance of setting a good example for our kids and ways to get them involved in the fun of exercising.  

Overall, Dai shares some amazing tips on how to get started and if you sign up for his mailing list, you get a very cool ebook that has 99 workouts that you can do with no extra equipment required. 

Enjoy the show!

Direct download: Canadian_Dad_Podcast_-_Ep.3.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 7:51pm EDT

On this episode of the podcast I spoke to Mabel's Labels co-founder, Julie. We talked about how Julie manages to stay organized while raising her family of 6 school aged children and running a successful business all at once. 

We also discuss back to school, hockey parents, the importance of connecting with members in your community, kids and cell phones, and we trade parenting gaffe stories with each other. Julie and I will also talk about how we will both be speaking at the Blissdom Canada conference this October. 

Finally, Julie was kind enough to provide listeners of the podcast with a discount code for 10% off your next purchase at Mabel's Labels, but you'll have to listen to the show to get the code ;)

Direct download: Canadian_Dad_Podcast_-_Ep.2.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 7:57pm EDT

In the first episode of the Canadian Dad Podcast, I had the pleasure of talking to Executive Director & CEO of Physical and Health Education Canada, Chris Jones, and Canadian Trampolining Gold Medalist, Rosie MacLennan.

We talked about their partnership with Active At School and how to make sure that your children get the proper amount of physical activity they need now that school has started.

I also talked to Rosie about her Olympic journey and what it felt like to stand on the podium and hear the Canadian National anthem playing. Rosie also discussed the important role her parents played in getting her to where she is today and touched on being a role model for young girls everyhere. 

Enjoy the show!

Direct download: Canadian20Dad20Podcast20-20Ep.1.mp3
Category:Podcast -- posted at: 11:29am EDT

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