STAND UP! Mental Health, Resiliency, and Music.

Local, grassroots City of Langley council nominee Jeff Jacobs joins the show. It’s his third time running for office after only losing by two votes in 2022. We talk about what he’s hearing knocking on doors, the work that goes into being a council candidate, his thoughts on lowering the age of voting, and what he’s going to do when he gets voted in on October 17th. Fingers crossed! The most real a...

A testosterone filled Father’s Day special! First half of the show I interview rugby player Sean Baron. Sean talks about his late father,Steve Baron,  and how he implemented youth programs in Burnaby, played for the Twilighters Rugby Club for many years, and was an ambassador to rugby programs across Japan. Second half of the show, you’ll hear from Donald Napoleon Valle. He’s taking his team,,Lang...

My guest this episode is wealth and investment expert Malee Rubenstein. For over 30 years she and her family have run Rubenstein Investments and have helped 1000’s of clients reach there financial goals. She’s a joy to listen to. Malee will help you apply the road map you need to achieve wealth, happiness, and retire on time. Connect with Malee here: https://rubinsteinfinancial.com/ https://www.in...

Wear your maple leafs proud everyone!  Sarah Shaw and Kelly Thompson talk about the upcoming top-ranked EMS competition  Rallye Rejvíz, in the Czech Republic. These two women are part of a four-person, all-female paramedic team who will represent Canada and go up against the best in the world! For 24 hours they’ll face twelve different scenarios, in every environment, over a 40 km radius. That’s p...

In this episode, I talk about what the rebranded show is all about, what listeners can expect to hear when they choose an episode, and why I’ve decided to change things up a bit. It’s still the same format—just a little more nuanced and search-engine friendly. At the end of the introduction, I play a great new EDM track from Granada, a DJ from Barcelona, Spain. The song is called Out of Control ....

Darren Shane is a world-renowned personal trainer, business entrepreneur, and yoga instructor. Originally from Richmond, B.C., he now lives in the beautiful coastal city of Onjuku, Japan, where he and his wife, Matsumi, run Turquoise Wellness Studio. You’ll hear Darren talk about his experience on the TV show Dragon’s Den, what it takes to pursue a dream, and the small changes you can make that pa...

My guest this month is the wonderful Cristina Schneiter. Cristina is the manager of The Salvation Army’s Gateway of Hope, located in Langley, B.C. They provide shelter, access to addiction services, and a community kitchen for people in need. It’s a very frank and honest conversation about the challenges Cristina and her team face while dealing with homelessness Link to a short video about Kevan’s...

We welcome two teachers to the podcast. Eric Hanson teaches grade 10-12 at a private school in North Vancouver and Nichole Van Sickle teaches grade 1-2 at a public French immersion school in Pitt Meadows.  We talk about how to keep kids engaged, dealing with bullies, and what teachers really need right now to help our kids thrive.  Featured band: The Omnipresents. Song - Hanging On.  https://on.so...

Charles Thomas Westover served for 35 years in the Royal Canadian Navy. He speaks about his life as a seaman and his time serving as a peacekeeper on the Korean Peninsula from 1955 to 1956. He also discusses the mental and physical toll this service has taken on him. The relationship between America and Canada plus the time he spent in jail  it’s a fascinating story you won’t want to miss   Featur...

Starting off the new year with a bang. Fred Fox and his family have raised over a billion dollars for cancer research in Canada. We talk about Terry’s childhood, what the days were like for his brother running the Marathon of Hope, and what happened on the last day of Terry’s life   The artist I’m promoting was featured on the BBC. It’s Eva Layne and The Dolls with their song “Cry.” Support the sh...

Primary Care Paramedics Kent McIvor and Dan Tyson have been working for BC Ambulance for over 20 years, including 10 years as partners in Surrey and Langley, B.C. They talk about how they both started out, the challenges of the job, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Featured song: Six Seconds by Gladys Patches.  https://open.spotify.com/track/2jNCMpRtyE3y9tc5bsWUoP?si=u241iCtlSYiOGCbT...

In this special holiday episode, I interview Chloe and Lincoln. My kids talk about some of their favorite Christmas memories and why they think Santa has never been found. Kids always make me smile, and I hope hearing their voices makes you smile too. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Music by Oleg Mazur: Christmas Holiday. Featured song by Unwritten Stories: Good Morning. https://on.soundcl...

Dr. Amori Mikami is a clinical child psychologist who specializes in working with children with ADHD. We talk about ADHD in children, the new video game she’s helped develop, and why she still loves teaching aerobics.   https://www.routledge.com/Parents-as-Friendship-Coaches-for-Children-with-ADHD-A-Clinical-Guide/Mikami-Normand/p/book/9781032118284 https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3Km6v9...

On October 29, I interviewed two people experiencing homelessness in Greater Vancouver: Larry Yargeau and Randy Peterson. We have a very honest and open conversation about life on the street—its challenges and possible solutions. This episode also features a musician at the end of the recording: Balynut, with his song Need U. @balynutmusic SoundCloud.com Thanks for listening. You can see the recor...

Welcome to the Halloween special of the 3:31 Podcast. My guest is Merrily MacIntosh, who worked as a coroner with the BC Coroners Service for nearly 10 years. We dive into some chilling stories of how people died—and what it’s really like to face death up close. https://ca.linkedin.com/in/merrily-macintosh-97518a37a Thanks for listening. You can see the recorded video on YouTube @PittMeadowspodcas...

Perry is a six-time IBJJF gold medal champion. He is the owner of Northwest Jiu-Jitsu and Bateson’s Martial Arts in Maple Ridge. My family and I have been training at his gym for over 10 years. He also trained with the legendary Bruce Lee’s inner circle.  Thanks for listening. You can see the recorded video on YouTube @PittMeadowspodcast. I also have business page up on Facebook. Please feel free...

U.S. Army Warrant Officer Stan Rose served in Vietnam from 1970 to 1971. He demonstrated remarkable valor and bravery, earning two Purple Hearts in the process. He was a helicopter pilot, operating the infamous UH-1 Iroquois, otherwise known as the Huey. He shares his incredible experiences in Vietnam with us on the 3:31 Podcast. Thanks for listening. You can see the recorded video on YouTube @Pit...

My local Member of Parliament, Marc Dalton! Marc and I talk about Charlie Kirk, the addiction crisis, crime, and what he’s looking forward to when the House reconvenes this fall. Thanks for listening. You can see the recorded video on YouTube @PittMeadowspodcast. I also have business page up on Facebook. Please feel free to reach out and comment, like or follow me on your favorite streaming platfo...

Geoff Taylor is an Advanced Care Paramedic, and after 27 years of service, he’s hung up his stethoscope. He’s a friend and colleague of mine. We talk about how he got started, how he copes with the stress and trauma that come with the job, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. It was an honor to talk with him after his last ambulance shift, and I hope you enjoy it. Thanks for listening. You...

Russ has been a realtor for over 17 years, serving Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge. He has hosted seminars in Greater Victoria, the Lower Mainland, and the Fraser Valley. Russ is my realtor and the reason we got our house in 2014. In this episode, we talk about real estate, family, and traveling. Thanks for listening. You can see the recorded video on YouTube @PittMeadowspodcast. I also have business...