On The Brink Podcast

Ravi Parmar was firstelected as the MLA for Langford-Juan de Fuca in a by-election in 2023 andre-elected as the MLA for Langford-Highlands in 2024. In November 2024, Raviwas appointed British Columbia’s Minister of Forests and also serves as DeputyGovernment House Leader. Previously, he held the role of ParliamentarySecretary for International Credentials, where he led the implementation of theInt...

With over 45 years in the global wood products industry, Russ Taylor is a leading authority in market analysis, industry benchmarking, and strategic consulting. Full podcast episode: https://bit.ly/RussTaylorPodcastOTBFrom his early days as an operations forester to founding International WOOD MARKETS Group and now running RUSS TAYLOR GLOBAL, he has shaped industry trends worldwide. Russ has advis...

David Elstone is a highlyrespected professional forester and industry expert with over 25 years ofexperience in the forest sector.   His extensive expertise spansmarket analysis, policy advocacy, and strategic consulting, making him atrusted voice in the industry.   Professional Experience:   David most recently served asthe Executive Director of the Truck Loggers Association (TLA), where he playe...

Rhonda Britten is an Emmy Award winner, a repeat guest on Oprah, and a pioneering Master Coach who has transformed lives in over 600 episodes of reality television. As the first-ever Life Coach on television, she led three seasons of NBC’s Starting Over, earning the title of “Most Valuable Player” from The New York Times and the distinction of “America’s Favorite Life Coach.”A four-time bestsellin...

Matthew Lesko is an energetic, passionate advocate with 50 years of experience helping Americans access billions in government funding. Known for his colorful suits and infectious enthusiasm, he has made it his mission to reveal hidden pathways to financial support for everyday people. With a background that includes over 100 television appearances on Oprah, Larry King Live, and Good Morning Ameri...

Heidi DeCoux is a serial entrepreneur, known as “The Optimizer” for helping tens of thousands of entrepreneurs optimize their businesses and lives. Over 24 years, she’s built four businesses with 50%+ profit margins, successfully selling three, including a 7-figure exit. A pioneer in online marketing, Heidi’s latest venture Cashflowy.ai is an elegant AI-driven bookkeeping, client invoicing, and ca...

Dr. Heather Browne PsyD, LMFT helps people recognize the power of communication. As a relationship expert, Dr. Heather has worked with thousands of individuals and couples in psychotherapy. She is a TedX and keynote speaker, a published in hundreds of journals It is one of our most important skills that we have, and yet we don’t consider our understanding, approach, belief, and therefore, miss our...

Dr. Jessica Edwards is a board-certified family medicinephysician, healthcare entrepreneur, and Executive MBA candidate.   A wife and mom of two—one with autism—she understands thechallenges of balancing career, family, and health. As the founder of ZaraMedical, she’s redefining patient care by making healthcare more accessible andefficient.   With expertise in medicine, business, and health equit...

Dr. Travis Fox, known as The Mindscape Architect, is the Executive Chairman of Build Your Fortress and the Founder & Board Member of Ultimate Business Quest. An Emmy Award winner, he holds doctorates in both psychology and clinical hypnotherapy. Full Podcast Link: https://bit.ly/TravisFoxPodcastAs a celebrity teacher and trainer, he has reached an audience of over one million people, with 28 y...

Andrew Matthews' books, including BEING HAPPY!, have sold over 8 MILLION copies in 48 languages. Andrew has addressed over 1000 corporations in 30 countries on attitude, enjoying work and resilience. Full Podcast Link: https://bit.ly/AndrewMatthewsPodcast His clients include McDonalds, Lenovo, Honda, Dell, Intel, HSBC, Motorola, Wal-Mart and Citibank. Andrew's talent is in making complex i...

David Chalk learned to read at the age of 62. As a featured voice in the documentary The Truth About Reading, he understands firsthand the life-altering impact of illiteracy. Full episode: https://bit.ly/DavidChalkPodcastDespite reading at or below a sixth-grade level for most of his life, he has navigated dyslexia, ADHD, prosopagnosia—a rare condition that impairs facial recognition—and numerous...

Julie Brill is an author, educator, and storyteller with a deeply personal connection to history. As the daughter of a Holocaust survivor, she has spent a lifetime collecting and preserving her family's stories—an endeavor that has shaped her writing and advocacy. Her latest book, Hidden in Plain Sight, is a powerful exploration of her father’s experiences during the Holocaust, interwoven with...

Serah D’Laine: From Hollywood to High-Impact LeadershipFor years, Serah D’Laine lived the Hollywood dream—feature films, network television, national commercials, and red carpets. Starting at just 13, her life revolved around scripts, auditions, and the glitz of the entertainment industry. From the outside, it seemed like she had it all: success, recognition, and a coveted place in the world of fa...

Cindy Baker is the founder of CBC - Cindy Baker Coaching - a coaching and education company for entrepreneurs. Full podcast link: https://bit.ly/CindyBakerPodcastWith a master's in counseling and over 19 years as an educator, Cindy's mission is to share the success secrets she has discovered in her own journey as an entrepreneur with ADHD to inspire other creative professionals to leverage...

Bob Martin is a man with a story that is as extraordinary as entertaining and fun. From a high-powered mob lawyer during Miami’s wild Cocaine Cowboy days to a Certified Meditation teacher with an MSW to go with his JD. he has helped hundreds redesign their thinking for the life they dream of. Bob’s journey is anything but ordinary. Now a two-time published author and Professor of Wellness at Elon...

For over 25 years, Money Mindset Expert, Pericles Rellas has helped people create a healthy relationship with money and themselves by creating a powerful Money Mindset so they can live lives of joy, happiness and fulfillment. Pericles Rellas believes that our relationship with money is a reflection of our relationship with ourselves and the world around us. By redefining this relationship, individ...

J.J.R. Taylor, a Jack of all trades, mastering life. A U.S. Marine Veteran, a Duke of the Principality of Sealand, an ordained prophet of the Church of the Waaaaagh!!! He is also an accomplished actor with over 20 years in the industry, who has produced works, written books, and taught a great deal on the subject matter.

Katharine Giovanni is a three-time award-winning best-selling author, speaker, and one of the original founders of the independent concierge industry. Katharine has authored over twelve books, including her latest release, The Ultimate Path to Forgiveness: Unlocking Your Power. Katharine’s journey is one of remarkable resilience—surviving stage 3 breast cancer and overcoming the hardships of a tur...

Alicia, with her 20-year multifaceted career in marketing, public relations, and entrepreneurship, now shines as a Certified Life and Health Coach specializing in intuitive healing and personal empowerment. Her philosophy emphasizes the significance of intuition, holistic well-being, and achieving life balance, guiding clients to overcome limiting beliefs and embrace change, unlocking their true p...

Simon Yu has been an active member of the Prince George Community for nearly 50 years. Simon is a professional engineer who has taught engineering at College of New Caledonia and he had an active consulting engineering business servicing the Northern B.C. region prior to becoming the Mayor of Prince George. Simon's scope of work and community involvement includes:-Director for University of No...

Thomas Wilson is a passionate storyteller, advocate, and mentor dedicated to creating spaces where all voices are heard and valued. Growing up in Manchester, New Hampshire, he faced the challenges of neurodiversity, bullying, and a system that often failed to support him. Yet, through the power of storytelling—found in poetry, novels, and music—he discovered a refuge, a source of strength, and a p...

Jen Esparza is a marketing agency owner, business consultant, and author dedicated to helping small businesses and nonprofits craft and implement effective marketing strategies. She is the author of Marketing Basics for Your Small Business and Marketing Basics for Nonprofits, both designed to provide clear, actionable guidance without industry jargon. Head over to https://thejenadvantage.com/ to l...

Author Dr. Jonathan Bernstein is a Writer, Entrepreneur and Author of 2 books (“Two Goats” and “Election Day” and, both with Illustrator Natalia Berezina).Full podcast: https://bit.ly/JonathanBernsteinPodcastBernstein wants to make a positive impact through the power of visual storytelling. Born in NYC, he grew up in San Francisco and now lives in Portland, Oregon with his “modern family”. Bernste...

Dr. Michael Neal is not just an optometrist—he’s a visionaryentrepreneur on a mission to revolutionize the hiring process in healthcare.   As the Founder & CEO of Build My Team, Dr. Neal turned hisown hiring nightmares into an innovative system that now helps healthcarepractices across 40+ states and Canada find the right people with ease.   It all started in 2002 when Dr. Mike and his wife, D...

Dr. Don Simmonds is a trademark attorney with over a decade of experience specializing in intellectual property law and, more recently, artificial intelligence.