Richard Fortin Presents

In this episode, featuring Ruth van Vierzen, we discuss marketing and sales strategies, how practicing yoga regularly helps 'everything' and the creative process when writing a film script. As the founder of REVSquared Business Growth Agency, Ruth believes in the power of creating sales systems to help businesses grow in a way that is manageable and sustainable in the long term. Clients ap...

I loved talking with Yves, the founder of www.doyon.plus "We empower people and teams by bridging the gap between research, engagement, design, strategy, planning, collaboration and action." Enjoy the twists and turns this conversation takes! This Episode 36 was recorded in November 2023 in @suite_16_studio by @RFPMEDIA in North Bay, Ontario, Canada. Richard Fortin Presents is a podcast...

'On the road again'! This time I bring the van and motorcycle to visit Austin, Texas, for SXSW from March 10th to 19th, 2023. I had a blast learning about what's hot and poppin' in the world of tech, music and film. This was my 3rd time attending the event (2016, 2022) and it was awesome. Also, as a lifelong super fan of Willie Nelson I had the good 'luck' to attend his ann...

On my way to SXSW in Austin TX I visit the amazing project  @sadhguru  has created to teach Inner Engineering which includes yoga, meditation and learning some time tested particular practices for journeying within. Aum Shiva Aum. Let's make it happen : ) I'm eternally very grateful for the opportunity to experience such environments .... Namaskaram Thank You Merci for learning about &nb...

In order to connect and support the artists in our community, @rfpmedia created Richard Fortin Presents: a podcast and video series about the people re-shaping the entertainment industry by making, creating and producing impactful artwork.    Directed and Edited by Adam Potter   Connect, share, like and contact us:  PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/richardfortinpresents YOUTUBE...

Bernardo d’Àvila was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and has been shooting and editing videos for more than ten years. As a freelancer in Brazil, he provided video editing work for advertising agencies for international clients such as Visa, Coca-Cola, L’Oréal. He moved to Canada to expand his career opportunities and worked with Richard at RFPMEDIA in North Bay for over 3 years, helpin...

EXHIBITION: JAN 22 - FEB 18, 2022 NOVAH GALLERY (176 Lakeshore Drive, North Bay, ON) The Nipissing Region Curatorial Collective (NRCC) is proud to present 'YASSIFIED: Culture Mapping and Very Queer Things, new work by Canadian Artist, James. Fowler. Two bodies of work, 'BARCODE' and 'HUNTY' are being shown concurrently and explore toxic masculinity through a queer lens. Objects playfully augmented...

We made it to our 2022 season! And we love making this podcast.  Thank you for your time, attention and support along the way. Your feedback has been very much appreciated... so please leave suggestions, impressions and questions in the comment section below : )   The objective for Richard Fortin Presents is to showcase our community’s diverse cultures by increasing the awareness about e...

Jason Harris was raised in Nipissing First Nation, and his filmmaking journey started as a news intern in February of 2011. In the ten years since then, he has been committed to community growth through documentary filmmaking. Some of his projects have reached certain national audiences and have been a part of nationally relevant campaigns. Today, Jason is looking forward to new projects within th...

About Christine: My name is Christine. Living and sharing the ancient wisdom teachings of Yoga & Ayurveda in modern times feel my life’s genuine purpose. I am always interested in expanding myself and my knowledge by exploring and integrating the essential wisdom into my practice. As a travelling yogi, I have not yet committed to one place. Currently, I am in Bangladesh, supporting Mati NGO, a...

Sean Mittelholzer aka HOLZR is an active DJ and electronic music producer for 6 years. Inspired by heavy metal, dubstep and cinematic film scores he incorporates these elements into his production process creating a unique and heavy sound. NorthBASS is an entertainment group that focuses on the best upcoming local talent. We organize events and opportunities within northern Ontario and give the le...

Eleven North founders Kristina and Nicole met by coincidence and became close friends and business partners with purpose. Inspired by the belief that life in the North is a way of being, their brand offers a nod to comfortable and elevated Northern living. They believe the North is more than a place, a direction or a weekend destination. Up here, life is different. Hugs last a little longer, chanc...

Follow and stay in touch with music producer and beatmaker 7 Pahks on Instagram at @sevenpahks Please Enjoy! Richard Fortin Presents is a video and podcast show for, and about, the people re-shaping the ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY and making, creating, producing impactful ART work. Shot and Edited by Darren Summersby Connect with Richard Fortin Presents: INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/richardforti...

Harrison Clements, aka Ryot, is a rapper and producer in North Bay, Ontario. His songs often have themes surrounding mental illness and the sense of losing who you really are. Of course, there's a good amount of braggadocio thrown in there as well. Make sure to follow and stay in touch with Ryot on Instagram at @RealRyot. Please Enjoy! Richard Fortin Presents is a video and podcast show for, and a...

About Driven From Within: “My name is Phil Courchesne and I was born and raised in North Bay, Ontario Canada. I have a love and appreciation for all types of music but rapping was all I was ever good at musically (I have a horrible singing voice and cannot play an instrument if my life depended on it, lol!). For that reason I dedicated myself to rapping because it was the only way I was able to ex...

Ryan Barager, professionally known as SixthSense, is a rapper, singer, and songwriter from North Bay, Ontario, Canada. SixthSense uses his past experiences to try to help others, often focusing his lyrics on themes of mental health, addictions, and social justice for all. For more information on SixthSense visit his website at SixthSenseHipHop.com Please Enjoy! Richard Fortin Presents is a video a...

Creative Content Creator Pouria Pishva of Pleasant View Drive sits down with me to talk about his experience working in sports television, his path of becoming a jack-of-all-trades in the creative industry and his journey of personal development.   Pouria Pishva is a creative with over 10 years of experience in the field. He has worked in the fast-paced environment of the Sportscentre newsroo...

On our milestone 20th episode, I sat down with local rapper Smokey B and his start and growth in the music industry, and how everyone deserves success no matter where they come from. A brief word from Smokey B: Thank you for listening to my music and what I have to say! Music came into my life when life or me wasn't all that great. It made me realize that music is so powerful and can do amazing th...

Canadian hip-hop musician from the Ontario-area MPC Smoke delivers relatable , emotional lyrics as well as showcases his various vocal talents in every song. He is highly influenced by Juice Wrld and XXXtentacion and Also enjoys Blink-182. Born Bret Purdy in 1993, The Ontario artist grew up playing guitar, piano , and writing lyrics in his spare time in his early high school years. After the passi...

Make sure to stay connected with Soapxxy on Instagram @soapxxy and @lilsoapxxy to follow his musical path.  Find his channel on Spotify and Soundcloud @soapxxy   On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKyzjUSBA4gFJJgTaTID1VQ  Please Enjoy!   Help support Richard Fortin Presents by sponsoring us on our Patreon page (https://www.patreon.com/richardfortinpresents) to allow u...

In episode 17, I sit down and talk with rapper-songwriter Critical Treez about his start in the music industry and why he's motivated to create this art. He's currently producing his music out of North Bay, Ontario.  Connect with Critical Treez on Instagram @offical.treez  Find his channel on Facebook, YouTube, Spotify and Apple Music @criticaltreez New music video for song Trenches drop...

For our 16th episode, I sit down with novelist, actor, director & professor Rod Carley to talk about the practices he incorporates into his day to channel his creativity. We discuss leadership, the creative process, released and upcoming novels, the joy of teaching, his journey as an artist and the real value of finding your authentic voice.    Rod Carley’s second novel, KINMOUNT, wo...

In our 15th episode, Richard has a heart-to-heart with Audio engineer, producer and musician Shawn Sasynuik  reflecting on their pasts and how their journeys have helped them grow to where they are today. Shawn speaks his mind and shares his thoughts on working on musicians to bring our their best and his experiences working with francophone artists. A native of North Bay, Ontario, Shawn Sasy...

Peetr Nickle - master of everything audio - sits down with Richard to discuss his start and passion for audio engineering and technology and his thoughts on past experiences on how the community can change to have a more arts and culture scene. Peetr is from the hills of Armour Township, settled in and raised two North Bay after many escapades around the country. He’s made his living in audio prod...

Talent Agent Rob McCubbin of The Nexus Talent Group sits down with Richard to discuss his recent take over of the talent group and the side effects from COVID-19, the presence of acting on camera and his personal experiences in the arts and entertainment industry. Rob McCubbin is the Agent/Manager for The Nexus Talent Group. He strives to extend personal attention to all of his clients, with a ded...