Better Than Not

My guest for this episode of Better Than Not is a return visit from the fascinating Whitney Schreck, leadership and executive coach. She is founder and owner of Whitney S. Consulting LLC and author of the book Reflections From The Fire. In this episode our discussion covers a range of subjects about who we are and how we better understand ourselves. Also, some surprising C. S. Lewis tidbits. Visit...

In this episode of Better Than Not, I chatted with Dan M, a motorcycle adventurer with a calling for God. This unexpected conversation covered a plethora of topics from a 70s tour of North America via Honda 750 to experiencing God in a forest. There was hand gliding and travel through Europe and the Middle East too! Spellbinding. Stay tuned to Better Than Not for the sequel to this conversation in...

In this episode of Better Than Not, I was joined by Brad Holliman, Lead Pastor at Life of Faith Church in Warrior, Alabama. As a bivocational pastor/missionary, he also works as a handyman. Our conversation covered many topics including his pastor and missionary work in Canada, the United States and Mexico. We talked about the Bible, Apostle Paul, science and community. To learn more about Brad an...

In this episode of Better Than Not, I welcomed Jeremy Cammy, Founder and President of the forthcoming Rock The Bus Productions. Jeremy's been an executive at Indigo Books, a marketing executive at Simon & Schuster and recently Captain Cammy on Instagram. Our conversation covered many topics including movies, social media, entertainment, AI and the importance of community. To learn more about J...

In this episode of Better Than Not, I was thrilled and honoured to speak with Andy Steiger, Founder and President of Apologetics Canada. Andy is a pastor, an author of two books - Thinking and Declared - and holds a PhD in Theological Anthropology. This was a fascinating conversation covering a lot of ground from the definition of apologetics to Egyptian history, scripture and artificial intellige...

In this episode of Better Than Not, I had the honour and privilege of speaking with Samuel Marusca who is an academic and civil servant working in the British government. He also is the host of the Practical Wisdom podcast. Originally from Romania, Samuel today lives in the UK and in this extraordinary conversation, he talks about his deep interests in theology, history and apologetics. He holds a...

My guest for this episode of Better Than Not is a return visit from realtor Jesse Bregg - this time in video. In this episode we talk a lot about the real estate world and making sense of what's happening. What trends he's seen come and go post-pandemic, what was thought to happen and what did. The predicted historic transfer of wealth from the baby boom generation and the outlook on housi...

In this episode of Better Than Not, I had the privilege of speaking with Dr. Lorenzo Smith who works in full-scope, out-patient family medicine and addictions medicine. A fascinating conversation, Dr. Smith talks about his family history in medicine and his experiences coming into the medical profession. A candid discussion on medicine in Canada, the advancements and the challenges, and the very h...

In starting this new video phase of my Better Than Not podcast, I thought having a friend I've known longer than almost anyone else was appropriate for the occasion. Scott Stewart, a returning guest, is a standup comedian and performer in Los Angeles. In this episode he talks of the rewards of taking risk on stage and more. You can find Scott on Instagram at @scottstewartcomedy or the many com...

My guest for this 50th episode is a return visit from author and entrepreneur Scott Walker. Scott was an early guest on Better Than Not. Here he talks about how he is reinventing himself as L.A. Scott and his new venture in the shared writing world of Cozy Vales. He will be the keynote speaker at the Discovery For Authors Virtual Summit September 28-29, 2024. Get his latest book A Hearth Fit for a...

In this episode of Better Than Not, I was honoured to be joined by the host of The Cody Tucker Show, Cody Tucker himself. Ever wonder who auditioned and turned down the starring role in your favourite movie. Or did you know that famous musician whose music you love once did this or was the nephew of this celebrity. Cody has the answers and much more as you'll find out in this episode. You can...

My guest for this episode is a return visit from Aman Azad, Founder and CEO of AMG Analytics. Continuing from our last discussion on artificial intelligence, Aman this time describes AI as the strongest potential solution to our three most contentious issues: healthcare, housing and food. And that's only the start. Join us on this fascinating journey into AI. You can find out more about Aman a...

In this episode of Better Than Not, I was joined by an old friend, engineer and Doctor of Philosophy, Tizneem Jiancaro. Listen to this fascinating conversation as Tiz Jiancaro tells her story from an early interest in space stations and getting her degree in mechanical engineering to the cognitive sciences which has now led her to life coaching. The connecting thread to all of this is Tiz's lo...

In this episode of Better Than Not, I was honoured to be joined by pianist and extraordinary performer, Laura Altenmueller. Laura tells her story from realizing her deep connection to music in finding the works of Johannes Brahms to how she develops and interprets the works she selects to perform. Laura is incredibly humble about her musical gifts. To listen and watch Laura perform, subscribe to h...

In this episode of Better Than Not, I welcome friend, pastor, and farm equipment salesman, Tim Wildeboer. From an unexpected first meeting to a study of C. S. Lewis's The Screwtape Letters, our conversation covers a number of subjects from Lewis's fictional book of letters written during WWII. And along the way, we mix in a little faith and scripture too.

In this episode of Better Than Not, I welcome author and broadcaster, Paul Fisher. Amongst a number of subjects like music, movies and consciousness, we talk about Paul's new book "Like a River to the Sea." Aptly titled, Paul talks about what inspired and his compelling reasons for writing the book. To order his book and learn more about him, visit his Facebook page.

In this episode of Better Than Not, Payman Kianpour, Founder and CEO of Kepstrum Inc, returns with his thoughts on one of the most talked about topics in the world today. In this episode we talk about AI as artificial intelligence is popularly known, or as Payman would like it to be known, "autonomous interpreter." His reasons are compelling as you'll find out in our conversation. Vi...

My guest in this episode of Better Than Not is friend and world traveller Guido Gruesshaber. In this episode Guido talks about his many adventures travelling the world by motorcycle. He epitomes Robert Frost's famous line "Two roads diverged in a wood, and I--took the road less travelled by." Join us and listen to his fascinating story that many would love to follow but very few mana...

My guest in this episode of Better Than Not is Jenny Shantz, Founder and Executive Director of Inner Hope Youth Ministries. In this episode Jenny talks about her remarkable experience within the Indigenous community and the founding of her non-profit organization. Inner Hope provides housing, support, discipleship and life skills for inner city youth. For more information or to support the organiz...

My guest in this episode of Better Than Not is internationally recognized artist Kirk Sutherland. In this episode Kirk talks about his work and the challenges of recognizing his creative nature as a kid. His good fortune was to land in the amazing art programs at Markham District High School and the Ontario College of Art & Design University. He speaks highly of his encouraging teachers and me...

My guest in this episode of Better Than Not is Pastor Joshua Scott of Northview Community Church's Central Abbotsford campus. In this episode Joshua tells his story from a love of music and desire to become a music teacher to his call to become a pastor. He talks of his challenges to recognize His call and the pathway that opened to him. Joshua's wonderful gifts to bring God's word int...

My guest in this episode of Better Than Not is a return visit from realtor Jesse Bregg. In this episode we again talk about Jesse's experiences as a realtor but this time more about how he found his way into a real estate career. We also talk a lot about the changing work world and its impact on the individual.

My guest for this episode of Better Than Not is Scott Harris, Director of Scouting Operations for the Colorado Avalanche. In this episode Scott takes us through his fascinating story that started in Prince Edward Island Canada. How does one go from a small town in the smallest province to the Colorado Avalanche? It's a remarkable story of faith, perseverance and tenacity that started with a bi...

My guest for this episode of Better Than Not is friend Mark Notschaele - business owner, VP and assistant national coach at Powerlifting and Weightlifting Federation (PWF) Luxembourg and national and world champion powerlifter. In this episode Mark tells his story beginning with an interest in strength building, bodybuilding and lifting as a teen. Being what he calls a linear thinker, he studied t...

My guest for this episode of Better Than Not is Dr. Sophie Redlin - medical doctor, expedition doctor, and mental health researcher. In this episode Dr. Redlin explains how her experiences as a researcher and doctor brought her to an interest in the mental health challenges faced by individuals undertaking expeditions. Also, how this work and her studies in anthropology transfer into the everyday...