Dead Man Walking Podcast

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits with Axel Monsaingeon, a real estate investor, a developer and the host of "The Very Real Estate Effect" Podcast. In this episode, we talk about Axel's time growing up in the French Caribbean, immigrating to Quebec during his teenage years, navigating the corporate landscape, and ultimately finding his passion in real estate. He candidly shares the ups and downs...

Send us a text Welcome to Episode 40! Join Stef as he reunites with Luca Liberatore, aka Luca the Producer, for the second time since their initial conversation aired back in May of last year. Stef welcomes Luca back to the show, not to talk about his personal story, but about all of the monumental projects he's undertaken since their last session together. Stories range from sharing homemade lasa...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down with Alexandra Fusco, aka Alex Tangerine, aka Ice Cream Queen, a single mother who previously worked in fashion design, realizing it was time for a change, Alex embarked on a journey to redefine her life and pursue her vision. In this episode, we explore Alex's transformative journey, from navigating her relationship with her ex-husband to discovering her a...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits with Paola Samuel, former journalist, anchor / reporter (CBS, CBC, Global) and now Mindset Coach. In this episode, we delve into Paola's journey, from her childhood conversations with her dad about the dream of becoming a spy to her transition into journalism and anchoring. She reflects on the challenges she faced in moving from a career in television, where ext...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down with Zander Boudreau, drummer for the Guidestones and owner of East Crown Hat Co, a custom hat company. In this episode, we dive into Zander's journey, from the inception of his hat company driven by a gap he noticed while looking for his own style, to his bold choice of leaving at the height of his athletic achievements to pursue music as well as his new s...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down with Claudia Cavaliere, a 26-year-old Reiki Master, Massage Therapist, and the founder of Cosmic Healing House, an Alternative & Holistic Health Service. In this episode, we delve into Claudia's spiritual journey, her experiences with Reiki, and her deep-seated passion for helping people. Along her way, she's met different people who played pivotal role...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down with Jess Abran, a singer-songwriter who grew up in the Laurentians and found her way in the music industry, collaborating with industry moguls, earning nominations for her music in film festivals and had an oppoprtunity to smoke a J with Seth Rogan. In this episode, we dive into Jess's journey in her music career, exploring both proud moments and lessons l...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits with Cinzia Abbate, pop folk singer-songwriter with an impressive 30,000 monthly listeners on Spotify and two singles that have collectively surpassed 8 million streams. In this episode, we explore Cinzia's high school experiences, her experience writing an album in her Little Italy apartment, the story behind the track "No Matter" with its impressive 6.7 millio...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down with Tyler Lemco, an artist, comedian, YouTube legend, and the host of the Very Serious Show on Manyvids. In this episode, we dive into Tyler's latest projects, A Very Serious Show and Busty's Comedy Club, but also talk about how it coincided with a pivotal moment in his life, offering him an opportunity to blend all his passions. We talk about tasting succ...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down with Dave Traina and Derek Orsi, a duo that has become synonymous with Montreal's Rock Music scene, owners and founders of the city's coolest studio, Freq Shop, and two of his oldest friends. In this episode, we talk about the origins of their friendship, which stretches back to their elementary school days, to their band days, and ultimately reuniting to c...

Send us a text Join Stef as he kicks off Season 2 with the hilarious Tom Murphy, his first comedian guest! In this episode, we dive into our chance meeting at a comedy night in a friend's bar, where Stef found himself in the front row, primed and ready to be hassled by local comedians. Tom took the stage, and instead of the usual crowd banter, he effortlessly spun tales that had the entire crowd i...

Send us a text It's Christmas... so forget the usual format. In this 3-act, 1-hour and 49-minute episode, picture this: four guys playing Italian cards in a nightclub on a Tuesday night, unpacking a moment over drinks that might just have kickstarted a new city tradition—one Montreal is simply just going to have to deal with. Enter I Tre Bastoni: Pierpaolo Sansone, Dan Lomanto, and Vito Ciocca. La...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits with Jaian Mascotto, an Audio Engineer, Podcaster, and Anime Music Composer who can celebrate producing for two singles, each amassing over 1 million streams. In this episode, we dive into Jaian's story, exploring his early connection to anime and the unwavering work ethic that propelled him to achieve some pretty remarkable milestones before his 30th turn aroun...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down with Pat DiMeo, the lead singer of The Motion Epic, a synth-pop/synthwave group that taps into the essence of the '80s. In this episode, they dive into Pat's origin story, which encompasses influences from Pavarotti, Marty McFly, and his early days as a child actor, leading to a pivotal decision to pursue a career in music. From solo ventures to collaborati...

Send us a text Join Stef sits down with David Marquez, an ultra-marathon athlete whose life story unfolds with unexpected twists and turns. In this episode, we dive into David's profound passion for running and his upcoming challenge the Boston Marathon in April. Beyond the marathon preparations, the conversation takes an unexpected turn, exploring David's remarkable life journey that began in Col...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down Aline Zafirian, an award winning commercial real estate broker collaborating with some of the city's prominent investors. In this episode, Aline candidly discusses the highs and lows of her career, shedding light on aspects of her life, finances, and family. She shares her approach to navigating challenges and how she came to understand the power of surrend...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down with Laurie, a remarkable individual who wears multiple hats – a bodybuilder, a pastry chef, and a mother of three. Amidst the challenges of raising a family, managing a demanding career in pastry, and overcoming the aftermath of a divorce, found the strength and time to embark on a transformative journey into the world of bodybuilding. The episode unfolds...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits with Sin Belaid, host of the podcast Saints and Sinners, Thoughts and Confessions, ViceVersa and Multiverse, shows that journey into the minds of different cultures, backgrounds, age groups and genders. In this episode, we take a deep dive into Sin's journey, exploring the origins that led him to kickstart his podcasting adventure four years ago nd a genuine gli...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down with Singer-Songwriter Stefanie Parnell as they discuss music, the power of art, the beauty in sadness, sexuality and the courage to follow one's vision regardless of the outcome Following the creation of her initial EPs, Stefanie faced a challenging six-year hiatus from music due to mental health struggles. During this period of self-discovery, she recogni...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down with Liz Ferraro, the creative force behind Patulli Pizza Mobile. Together with her husband Alessandro, a skilled pizzaiolo from Rome, they've added a unique touch to the world of pizza parties through their vibrant characters and authentic approach. In this episode, Liz dives into the beginnings of their love story, the origin story of Patulli Pizza Mobile...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down with Bava Srinivasan, the co-founder of Rise Investments, a real estate company making waves in Quebec and the East Coast of Canada. In this episode, they discuss his journey, unraveling the significance of self-belief and the transformative power of a growth mindset. Discover his personal side as he recounts how a car is "more than just a car" and how it s...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits with Jason Rockman, the host of the Rockman Power Hour Podcast. You might recognize the name because his voice rocked the airwaves on CHOM for over 13 years, or as the frontman of the legendary Montreal band Slaves on Dope, or the spokesperson for Comic-Con. Jason is one of the hardest working guys in the media business and he shares his incredible journey fille...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down with Patty Castiglione, a seasoned photographer who, for the past two decades, has not only captured moments but breathed life into them. Patty's lens has taken her across the globe, shooting for magazines, fashion events, and celebrities and now, armed with a wealth of experience, she passionately imparts her knowledge to eager minds at Dawson College. The...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down with Coach Marta Seremet, a certified fitness trainer whose story is nothing short of inspirational. Marta takes us on a journey that includes moving to a new country, learning a new language, and facing one of life's most heartbreaking challenges: the loss of her son Jakub, just 38 days after he was born. For many, this would be the end of the road, but fo...

Send us a text Join Stef as he sits down with Dominic Cifarelli, a musician whose journey from humble beginnings has led him to step onto stages with some of the biggest names in Rock. We trace Dominic's path through the highs and lows of the music industry and explore the remarkable twists that have led him to rediscover his passions Dominic's musical journey began watching his family members, wh...