The Optical View Podcast

Melanie is the owner and operator of Luxe Beauty Boutique in Bowmanville Ont. We talk about the highs and the lows of owning a business, and everything that comes with it. You can follow Luxe on Instagram here;  https://www.instagram.com/luxe.bowmanville?igsh=cnEwdnFnZHFub2Nj You can visit their website here;  https://www.luxebowmanville.ca/   You can find The Optical View Podcast on FB at; https:...

This is Pt of Shawn Davies’ podcast. Shawn is an avid runner, who shares his remarkable and inspiring story. He also shares some native insights, and how/why he runs! You can follow Shawn’s Instagram here;  https://www.instagram.com/mizhakwad?igsh=bzVhbm00ZTMyZ2hq  You can find The Optical View Podcast on FB at;  https://m.facebook.com/TheOpticalViewPodcast/  You can find the Optical View Podcast...

Shawn is an avid runner, who shares his remarkable and inspiring story. He also shares some native insights, and how/why he runs! You can follow Shawn’s Instagram here; https://www.instagram.com/mizhakwad?igsh=bzVhbm00ZTMyZ2hq You can find The Optical View Podcast on FB at; https://m.facebook.com/TheOpticalViewPodcast/ You can find the Optical View Podcast on Instagram at; https://www.instagram.co...

Mauricio is a black belt in BJJ and Muay Thai, and owns and operates Evolucao Thai in Toronto Ont. He shares some crazy stories, some training tips and we have an incredible conversation. You can find Evolucao Thai’s Website here; https://www.evolucaothai.com/trainer-home/ You can find Evolucao Thai’s Instagram here; https://www.instagram.com/evolucaothai?igsh=MTI3OXhrb3FvMms2OQ== You can find The...

Mathusan is a professional boxer from Scarborough Ontario. We talk a little about the past, a little about the future and a lot about boxing and boxing lifestyle. You can find his Instagram here; https://www.instagram.com/mathusan13?igsh=bGk5dDY2YWtqdjM4 You can find The Optical View Podcast on FB at; https://m.facebook.com/TheOpticalViewPodcast/ You can find the Optical View Podcast on Instagram...

Sarah is a huge foodie, world traveler, and the operator of Passport Bites! She has also created a journal that will help you organize your thoughts, your mind, and your life. You can find more info on that journal here; https://tr.ee/ZCdLse8mJC You can find Sarah’s instagram here; https://www.instagram.com/passportbites?igsh=cXFmc2J2aWVqMXgz You can also find here LinkTree here; https://linktr.ee...

Travis is a mental health advocate, a social worker, and a jiu-jitsu practitioner. We talk about mental health, the job of being a social worker, a little bit about jiu-jitsu, and lots of other things to make this conversation exciting. If you would like to follow Travis his instagram is here; https://www.instagram.com/pola_fert?igsh=MWdhd2p0YzNhMXA1cw== If you would like to see his published work...

Danton is a comedian and comedy club owner; The Comedy Lab. The Comedy lab isn’t just any Comedy club, it’s Toronto’s first minority owned comedy club, and it puts high emphasis on LGBTQ comics. Danton is also putting together and Fundraising for a special show that called DOUCHE rehab. Here’s Danton’s instagram here; https://www.instagram.com/dantonlamar?igsh=ZWxhbjY5OG90d3Fr Here’s the YouTube f...

Travis is an amateur kickboxer, a Kru at Muay Thai Whitby, and my most recent opponent. We chat about his crazy, but inspirational life, some gym stories over the years, coaching and teaching, and of course our recent fight. You can find his instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/massiah_complex?igsh=MTF2cGRzeHMyYXhwMw==You can find The Optical View Podcast on FB at; https://m.facebook.com/TheO...

Starlotte is a showgirl, a burlesque performer, and also a Vintage Clothing store owner! We have such an incredible episode, pushing boundaries and being informative yet, interesting. You can find Starlotte’s instagram here; https://www.instagram.com/starlottesatine?igsh=MWgzNm82aXI1ajZ3Zw== You can find her LinkTree here; https://linktr.ee/Starlottesatine?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYvKHKOy150XAQz...

Matt is a singer, songwriter and dream chaser. We talk about his live and up bringing, his music; past, present and future. We also chat about goal setting and the team that he has build around him. Such an incredible episode. If you Want to check out his Spotify here’s the link; https://open.spotify.com/artist/7pcLNmIGVmsj9nKMOdByct?si=Yi3yvPFpRdKW-rUmAyvR4Q Here’s his Apple Music; https://music....

Prab, also known as Physio for fighters is a physiotherapist, who specializes in combat sports! We talk lots about rehab and mobility, and just a little about everything else. You can find his Instagram here; https://www.instagram.com/prab.physioforfighters?igsh=NzBxb2VkZ2ttOTZy Make sure you check out his instagram as he gives away a bunch of free mobility and rehab tips and tricks. You can find...

Had some issues with the beginning of the Episode so the first 3 minutes got cut off, my apologies as I try and figure these things out. This Episode I have on Tyler Cooper. Tyler Cooper is a Tactical Unit Officer, a martial artist, and an incredible Human being. Here is the Instagram link to Duty Bound Training Systems; https://www.instagram.com/dutyboundtrainingsystems?igsh=MW0ydmhzZmc2bXZibw==...

Tyler is an RMT as well as a combat sports enthusiast, and practicer. We speak all things RMT, movement, and physical therapy. (Find his links below) On a side note* Charity Poker Tournament is going on Saturday May.25th 5pm start time, $60 buy-in. If you are interested and would like more information please message me.* You can find his Instagram here; https://www.instagram.com/tylerthermt?igsh=M...

This is Part 2 of 2. You can Find Part 1 on Episode 100. This week I will be having on Brendan Kalijundic. Brendan Kalijundic is the owner of Kalsamrit Martial Arts Studios located at 182 Wellington St, Bowmanville, ON. We run through his full life and what can only be described as a true "rags to riches" story. We talk about fighting, his come-up, and how to establish a "winning&qu...

This week I will be having on Brendan Kalijundic. Brendan Kalijundic is the owner of Kalsamrit Martial Arts Studios located at 182 Wellington St, Bowmanville, ON. We run through his full life and what can only be described as a true "rags to riches" story. We talk about fighting, his come-up, and how to establish a "winning" culture in a FAMILY focused gym... and more. You can...

Ram is a fighter, a coach, a teacher, a guide and an inspiration for so many people! This is one of my favorite episodes, I know you’ll enjoy it too! We talk fighting, Ram’s crazy story and mental health!

Robby Moss is a “former” (or is he) martial artist and fighter, a coach and an avid HYBRID ATHLETE. You can find his Instagram here; https://www.instagram.com/robbymoss_?igsh=aWozYndvOXF3b2h1 You can find his LinkTree for other Socials here; https://linktr.ee/robbymossfitness?fbclid=PAAabHlMjzjdgY531PcIXUaR6oaQmyqzVRABRTtH38-2b7QfrExcY5eXMhyiE_aem_AX4BVjnyT9veWLt1-G39KQEIrlK-4n5sawtRal__nWfWrUSZmg...

Skean is a musician, an actor and an performer. Most known for his music and “rap” skills we dive into a little about his life, his music and where he’s headed. You can check out his Instagram here; https://www.instagram.com/skean.music?igsh=anpjdzljamlnb2F3 You can find all of his other socials, which includes his YouTube, SoundCloud and more using his LinkTree here; https://linktr.ee/skean?fbcli...

This week I have on the one, any only “Oshawa” Spider man. Just a fun conversation bringing light and recognition to someone who tries to brighten other people’s day! You can find his Instagram here; https://www.instagram.com/spidermanoshawa?igsh=MWV6NnBydTNocmpsMQ== You can find The Optical View Podcast on FB at; https://m.facebook.com/TheOpticalViewPodcast/ You can find the Optical View Podcast...

Syd is a Canadian boxing legend, a former professional fighter of the highest of caliber, turned coach, and gym owner. Syd currently owns 2 locations of Syd fit, a boxing gym, that specializes in health and wellness. The gym is not only competitive across the landscape of Ontario, but has Olympic level athletes. Syd Fit is open to the public and puts high priority on general population clients as...

“Cone” is the bassist in the Band Sum 41. He is the host of Cone’s cave, live and recorded on 94.9 The Rock. Cone is the definition of a “superstar” touring around the world, playing Music. In this episode we cover all things music, and crazy stories. Your dates have been announced for Sum41’s FINAL TOUR EVER! Cone is also a producer, writer, and mixer. You can find his Instagram here; https://www...

Jai Steels is the host of the War Report on YouTube and the Host of the Live N Direct Show on 93.3FM. He is also one of the members of The Usual Suspects! He was formerly a rapper and hip-hop artist. You can find his instagram here; https://www.instagram.com/jaisteels?igsh=MXJzNmpjOG9reXJ2Nw== you can find his LinkTree with all of his other socials here; https://tr.ee/ct6D3hA9gI aswell as the Usua...

Part 2 of 2 Luke Paron is the Media Producer for TNA wrestling, a free lance Media Professional, and also a key important member of Sea Shephard. Luke is also an avid book reader, jiu-jitsu enthusiast and movie lover. You can find Luke's Instagram here; ⁠https://www.instagram.com/luke_paron?igsh=MTloc2g1ajdia3Rseg== ⁠You can find Luke's YouTube here; ⁠https://m.youtube.com/@LukeParon⁠ You...

Part 1 of 2 Luke Paron is the Media Producer for TNA wrestling, a free lance Media Professional, and also a key important member of Sea Shephard. Luke is also an avid book reader, jiu-jitsu enthusiast and movie lover. You can find Luke's Instagram here; https://www.instagram.com/luke_paron?igsh=MTloc2g1ajdia3Rseg== You can find Luke's YouTube here; https://m.youtube.com/@LukeParon You can...