Better Than Not

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...

My guest for this episode of Better Than Not is a return visit from ultra-marathon kayak racer, adventurer and expedition leader, West Hansen. In our first podcast, we talked about West's historic 2023 first-time expedition through the Northwest Passage by kayak with his team the Arctic Cowboys. This time we explored in depth the expedition, the treacherous conditions, the return to civilizati...

My guest for this episode of Better Than Not is Gerry Schramm, co-creator and co-podcaster of Something For Nothing - A Rush podcast. If you've listened to a few of the BTN podcasts or read some of my A Changing Frame of Reference series on Substack, you'll know of my fondness for Rush (the band). I discovered the Something For Nothing podcast and immediately was impressed with their discu...

My guest for this episode of Better Than Not is Todd Leyden, author and Executive Director of Fort Wilderness in Wisconsin. In this episode much of our discussion follows what Todd's book Eyes of the Father: Seeing Meaning in the Mirror is about in dealing with the death of his son Payton. Tune in for a remarkable story of faith, love and hope.

My guest for this episode is a return visit from Aman Azad, Founder and CEO of AMG Analytics. From our last discussion around artificial intelligence in the marketing world we stretch into the metaverse, which is a loosely defined term to describe the created world of virtual reality. Join us as Aman takes us into what is and what's coming.

My guest for this episode of Better Than Not is my first returning guest Payman Kianpour - Founder and CEO of Kepstrum Inc. In this episode our discussion ranges from the price of gasoline and transportation to what inspires us and the concept of self-employment. Join us for Payman's thought provoking ideas. Visit him at www.kepstrum.com to learn more.

My guest in this episode of Better Than Not is a return visit with Zach Gardham - paramedic, movie critic and my son. In this episode we talk about puppies, movies, music, and technology generationally.

My guest for this episode of Better Than Not is a returning visit from Ken Klassen - friend, chaplain, and one of my Bible tutors. In this episode we talk about C. S. Lewis, Apostle Paul, Ken's cancer diagnosis, and where many paths in science seem to lead.

My guest for this episode of Better Than Not is Mark C. Crowley, author and global speaker on leadership. In this episode much our discussion covers Mark's work as a Future of Work speaker and his number 1 ranking book on Amazon's Top 100 Books in Business, Lead From The Heart. A very stimulating conversation. You can visit Mark at www.markccrowley.com to learn more.

My guest for this episode of Better Than Not is the captivating Aman Azad, Founder and CEO of AMG Analytics. In this episode our discussion covers much of the AI world and its impact on science, the Bible, our existence and marketing sports. Very thought provoking. You can visit Aman at www.amganalytics.tech to learn more.

My guest for this episode of Better Than Not is a returning visit from Keith Ogorek, President of the Author Learning Center and author. In this episode we talk about Keith's latest children's book Favorite Thing of All and grandparenting. Again, we chat about publishing, creativity, family and belief systems.