I Need To F***ing Talk To You

In this episode, we sit down with revenue optimization expert Matthew Stafford , who brings over eight years of focused experience helping ecommerce businesses scale smarter and faster. As a key strategist at BGS (Build Grow Scale) , Matthew talks about his personal journey from concrete, to t-shirts, to ecommerce consulting and shares what truly moves the needle in ecommerce — and the mindset shi...

In this episode of “I Need To F*ing Talk To You,”** Ken Cameron sits down with Rachel Burr — executive coach, leadership consultant, and author of  Butterfly Goo: The Down and Dirty Truth of Transformation . With over 20 years of experience and a sharp sense of humour, Rachel helps leaders navigate the squishy, messy middle of change — the part no one likes to talk about but everyone has to go thr...

Double your Ken in this episode!  Host Ken Cameron speaks with Ken Rusk, blue-collar entrepreneur, bestselling author of Blue-Collar Cash , and host of the Comfort, Peace & Freedom podcast. Ken shares the story of a tough conversation early in his career when one of his top employees told him they were planning to leave. Instead of trying to convince them to stay for the sake of the business, Ken...

In this episode, Ken and Russell sit down with  Sandra Clarkson , President & CEO of  The Calgary Drop-In Centre , one of North America's largest homeless shelters. Sandra has dedicated her entire career to the nonprofit sector, working both on the front lines and on the funding side, giving her a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities within the sector. At The DI, Sandra lead a ma...

On this episode of  I Need To F **ing Talk To You*, we’re joined by David Greer—entrepreneurial coach, angel investor, and author of  The Wind In Your Sails . With more than 40 years of experience building and guiding high-growth businesses, David brings unmatched depth—but it’s the personal story he shares today that hits the hardest. David opens up about the most difficult conversation of his li...

In this candid episode, Russell speaks with Monica Harris, Executive Director of the Foundation Against Intolerance & Racism (FAIR). They discuss the implications of identity politics and dive into the turbulent reaction following peak “woke” policies and the inevitable backlash of post-DEI initiatives demonstrating Newton’s third law—"Every action has an equal and opposite reaction". Monica expla...

In this episode of  I Need To F **ing Talk To You*, we sit down with Neil Twa, CEO and Co-Founder of Voltage Holdings, a powerhouse behind launching and scaling successful Amazon FBA brands. Neil brings 17+ years of entrepreneurial wisdom and shares a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most difficult conversations he’s ever had as a leader in the fast-paced world of e-commerce. Neil opens up abo...

In this episode of "I Need To F***ing Talk To You," Ken Cameron sits down with Diane Taylor, Founder and Principal Consultant of Glow Leadership. With over 30 years of professional experience across various industries, Diane is a speaker, strategic leadership coach, and facilitator. Her first book, "Elevate Potential: A Conscious Approach to Success," debuted as a #1 Bestseller in Hot New Releases...

In this candid episode, we sit down with Yosi Kossowsky—a seasoned coach with over 17 years of experience and a 30+ year multinational career. Yosi has held top leadership roles including Chief Technology Officer and Senior Director of Talent Management, and he now leads K-Tor Consulting. His deep insights into global leadership and the modern hybrid business environment make for a compelling conv...

We're excited to reissue this episode featuring Israel Beck—titled "AI Is Here for F-ing Good, with Israel Beck" —to mark the relaunch of his company, CraticAI. Israel Beck is an entrepreneur, speaker, and consultant whose life took a transformative turn about seven years ago during a night out in San Francisco. That pivotal encounter with an AI company sparked a passion that has since driven his...

Ever wondered what an economist actually does? (And let’s be honest, who hasn’t?) Then you absolutely need to F-ing listen to this episode! We’re diving into the archives to revisit our conversation with Todd Hirsch —author, VP/Chief Economist at ATB Financial, and host of The Future Of … podcast. Todd breaks down the art and science of economics, reveals the best film featuring an economist as a...

In this episode, Russell sits down with Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld , founder of Retain, LLC , to explore the critical role of HR in helping businesses scale effectively. Lisa-Maree is a seasoned HR leader with experience across startups and Fortune 500 companies. Her passion for supporting early to mid-stage startups led her to create Retain, a firm dedicated to helping founders build strong HR foundat...

In this episode of I Need To F **ing Talk To You*, Ken and Russell sit down with Eric Charran, visionary technology executive and author of Have You Ever Had a Boss That…: Succeeding in a Dysfunctional Workplace. Eric’s book offers practical strategies for navigating challenging workplace dynamics, helping professionals not only survive but thrive in the face of difficult managers and dysfunctiona...

In this episode of I Need to F **ing Talk to You*, Ken and Russell sit down with Tiffany Petite, CEO and Co-founder of Virtuous Circle Counselling. With over 15 years of experience as a registered clinical social worker, Tiffany is on a mission to redefine how mental health services are delivered. She shares her journey of co-founding Virtuous Circle Counselling and how her evidence-based, client-...

In this special F-ng New Year Edition of I Need to F***ing Talk to You , Ken and Russell take a moment to remember and celebrate the lives of four figures from the world of show business who passed away in 2024. From comedy legends to music pioneers and media visionaries, they reflect on the impact these individuals had on their respective industries and on popular culture. Join Ken and Russell as...

In this special Christmas edition of I Need To F***ing Talk To You , Ken and Russell take a break from their usual workplace conversation tips to recommend some must-read books that will make the perfect addition to your holiday stocking. Whether you're looking to level up your communication skills, sharpen your strategy, or dive into some thought-provoking ideas, these books are sure to inspire y...

Rob Lion shares how he botched a performance feedback conversation with his team member: AND, on a better note, how called out a “constant complainer” on his team. Rob is the Co-Founder of Black River Performance Management and a professor of human resource development at Idaho State University where his teaching and research focus on organizational psychology and behaviour. Rob is an experienced...

In this episode, Russell sits down with Cher McArthur, the founder of Humming Bee, to discuss the complexities and challenges of human resources. With over 20 years of HR and leadership experience across various industries, Cher and her team at Humming Bee specialize in helping leaders navigate potential minefields such as performance management, conflict resolution, training and development progr...

Katelyn tells us about the difficult conversation she had with a colleague who touched her inappropriately in the workplace … and why she chose not to escalate to HR. She also tells us how she almost lost her company during the pandemic but instead grew her business 5X over the next three years through the power of social media connection. Most importantly, she tells us why it’s important to be fr...

Join Cheryl Crumb as she shares wisdom form her career as a trainer, a coach and a guide who works with clients to bring the voice of the customer into their organizations. Machines tend to be predictable and don’t get mad at you, but human beings are unpredictable and emotional.  Producing a cohesive team dedicated to creating an Extraordinary Customer Experience requires rigorous processes,  an...

In this episode, Ken and Russell sit down with Heather Andrews, the dynamic founder of Get You Visible and the Empire Authors Academy. After a successful career in healthcare, Heather made a bold move to pursue her passion for storytelling and founded Get You Visible, a publishing company dedicated to helping individuals share their unique stories with the world. Heather's belief that everyone has...

While Ken is out of town, Russell takes the reins and sits down with Alison Geskin, Founder and CEO of The Art of Strategy . Alison is a globally recognized leader in strategy, organizational development, and people performance. Her innovative approach to connecting strategy with people development has consistently driven powerful performance and positive outcomes for organizations worldwide. In t...

Join cohosts Russell Stratton and Ken Cameron for their 100th addition and really looking forward to this special conversation today as a discussion with returning special guests Marcy Fortnow, Meridith Grundei from Grundei Coaching, and Jonathan White from Hiro Studio. Marcy Fortnow’s company is called Engaging Play with a focus on team development work, team training, facilitation, to get all th...

In this episode, Ken and Russell are joined by the dynamic Adam Kolozetti, Co-Founder of ENTA Solutions, self-proclaimed Culture Ninja, and host of the Culture Hack podcast on YYC Business. Adam has a fascinating background as an Aerospace Engineer with a private pilot's license, and he’s had a successful career in both the Oil and Gas and Construction industries. However, Adam took a bold leap fr...

Ken Cameron and Russell Stratton are back together co hosting again after what seems like forever and we need to F**ing talk to Judith Virag, after building a successful career within the corporate world as an executive assistant at corporations such as Citibank, PriceWaterhouseCoopers and the Calgary Flames took a leap of faith and her residential and commercial cleaning company Clean Club Calgar...