EZ Conversations

In this week's episode, I sit down with Curtis Blind.  Curtis shares his experience of growing up in a residential school in Central Saskatchewan.  Curtis shares some very difficult stories about the physical, emotional and mental abuse he endured while in school.  The impact of this abuse caused severe trauma for Curtis, and he still deals with the trauma.  Until a few years ago, Curtis struggled...

In this week's episode, I sit down with Alistair Moes from Moose Anger Management.  We talk about normalizing conversations about anger, learning from our experiences and how to regulate our reactions when we are feeling anger.  Alistair also shares how he has noticed a shift in how men show up for therapy and the things they are wanting to talk about.  While we have come a long way, we still need...

In this week's episode I sit down with my friend, Maruva and we discuss his suicidal thoughts originating from the existential crisis he experienced.  Maruva also shares the turning point in his life and how he has been able to find self-love.  Maruva continues to work through his struggles through therapy and self-work, but he is on a new journey with a new outlook for life.  Please check this ep...

In this episode, I sit down with Caroline Ritter who is the author of the book The Swan Effect.  The Swan Effect is based on the concept of Imposter Syndrome.  Caroline shares her own struggles with Imposter Syndrome, which inspired her to research the subject, and why it was important for her to write a book about it to help others.  Caroline also shares her own journey in writing the book and ho...

In this week's episode, I sit down with John Foley.  John is an ex U.S. airforce member.  John shares his struggles with PTSD and the impact it had on him and his relationships.  Over the past few years, John has used mindfulness to battle post-traumatic stress disorder and continues to build mindfulness practices into his daily life.  Please check out this episode to learn more about John's journ...

In this week's episode, I sit down with my long time friend, Michael Davis.  Mike shares his story of struggling with confidence and people please, especially because he experienced the separation of his parents at a very young age.  Mike talks about the things he has done to build up his confidence and the things he continues to do.  Mike also shares his experience in the military and how that he...

In this episode, I sit down with Guarav Gupta.  Gaurav is the owner of Leela Eco Spas in Calgary, a set of spas offering massage, esthetics, osteopathy, chiropractic and acupuncture services using environmentally conscious and eco-friendly approaches.  I know Gaurav from when we are in undergrad together as Engineers.  Gaurav was working in the Oil and Gas industry and one day decided to walk away...

In this episode, I sit down with Tori Warner who is the author of the book Challenge the Anxious Brain. Tori and I discuss her journey with anxiety over the years, and how a couple of major episodes transformed her life.  Through mindfulness and changing her mindset, Tori was able to overcome anxiety.  In her book, Tori wants to help others that also struggle with anxiety and provide them with too...

In this episode, I sit down with Calgarian Rapper, VERVS.  We talk about VERSVS new album Invisible and discuss the context of the track Invisible from the album.  VERSVS opens about his challenges with OCD, how rap has allowed him to navigate through his journey of mental health, and the work he continues to do.  VERVS also explains the context behind the track Invisible.  Please check out VERSVS...

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Williams. Mark is a published author and a pioneer in the space of paternal mental health. Mark is an International Campaigner and co-founder of the International Father's Mental Health Day. In 2012, Mark was awarded "Inspirational Father of the Year" and "Local Hero" at the Pride of Britain Awards. In 2019, Mark was awarded the Point of Light award by the UK...

In this week's episode, I sit down with Dr. Erica Harris. Dr. Harris shares her journey of immense adversity about battling leukemia, and then when she came out of that to find out, she needed a lung transplant. After going through more hardship, she went through a divorce. While she was facing all this adversity, she also was being a mother to two little boys. I am deeply inspired by Dr. Harris's...

In this heartfelt episode of EZ Conversations, host Furkhan Dandia sits down with a special guest, Jordan Larocque, for a candid discussion on the intersection of music, mental health, and its profound impact on Jordan's life. The duo, who share a unique connection from their high school days, embark on a nostalgic journey through the corridors of their past. However, the episode takes a poignant...

In this heartwarming episode of EZ Conversations, host Furkhan Dandia sits down with his good friend, Jeff Berube, for an intimate discussion that takes us from the bustling city to the serene landscapes of Grand Prairie, Alberta. Join us as Jeff shares his journey of moving to a small town and the transformative experiences that unfolded. Jeff opens up about the challenges and joys of adapting to...

Embark on a transformative journey in this episode of EZ Conversations as host Furkhan Dandia sits down with the inspiring Miles Bingham, also known as the Sober Trekker. In a candid and heartfelt conversation, Miles shares his odyssey through alcohol and, ultimately, his triumphant path to sobriety. Listeners are invited to join this intimate dialogue, exploring the highs and lows of Miles' relat...

Host Furkhan Dandia navigates the conversation with thought-provoking questions, seeking to demystify the science behind the pandemic and provide listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the situation as it stood in November 2020. The episode is a time capsule, capturing a snapshot of the medical community's efforts to combat COVID-19 during a crucial period in its trajectory: In this episo...

In this episode, I have an easy conversation with one of my oldest friends, John Cicione. We talk about John's journey through life, the adversity he has had to overcome and how he is a successful hairstylist today with his salon. John is vulnerable and raw at times in this episode. We also talk about John's "accidental" silent retreat experience and how he navigated through the experience for ten...

An introduction to the EZ conversations podcast.  My goal is to bring in different guests every week to talk through everyday life struggles, talk about gratitude, spirituality, cultural barriers, adversity, changing our mindsets and challenging our thought patterns.  I feel we have made these conversations hard to talk about, but they don't need to be.  We should be able to share our struggles an...