Mike Janz

The Practice People

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Conversations about cultivation. Join us as we chat with people who know that practice rarely makes perfect, but it almost always makes better. Your host Mike Janz invites others to share their journeys as practice people, sharing stories and lessons learned along the way. Acting on the lessons from these conversations won't likely make you perfect, but it might just bring a bit more better into the world.

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Mike Janz

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E4S1 Why Mistakes Are Just Shorter Pieces of Wood: A Conversation on Loss and a Full Life with Entrepreneur & Surfer Dean Petty 11.12.2025 44:19

Dean Petty’s philosophy of riding life in the direction it’s going serves as the core of his conversation on the podcast. With insights drawn from his father’s wisdom and his own experiences, Dean delves into his passion for surfing and building, particularly the iconic ‘Bueno Barn’ he constructed on his oceanfront property in Cow Bay, Nova Scotia. The conversation sheds light on Dean’s values of...

Wednesdays with Wendell - Episode 2 - Poem 1 from A Timbered Choir 27.11.2025 3:29

Hey! It is our second week of Wednesdays with Wendell. Sorry about the sound quality!

E3S1 Unlocking Midlife: The Power of Curiosity and Self-Inquiry with Peter Reek 27.11.2025 41:17

Peter Reek joins the Practice People podcast to discuss his approach to midlife transition, drawing from his book 'Shift: Seven Mindsets for an Inspired Midlife.' He emphasizes the significance of mindsets and the role of inquisitive questioning in fostering personal growth. By drawing from his life experiences and coaching practices, Peter illustrates how embracing curiosity and intention can yie...

Wednesdays with Wendell - Episode 1 - Manifesto: The Mad Farmer Liberation Front 19.11.2025 4:50

In the inaugural episode of 'Wednesdays with Wendell,' I begin our journey of sharing the wisdom of poet, authour, and farmer Wendell Berry. The episode features a reading of Berry's popular poem, 'Manifesto: The Mad Farmer Liberation Front,' emphasizing the need for people to find wisdom in nature and question societal norms. I have always loved the way this poem encourages us to embrace actions...

Taking the Long Way to Change: Anna Hunter on Farming, Activism, and Hope 13.11.2025 39:13

Anna Hunter has long been someone I hold deep respect for. She is an authour, farmer, mother, spouse, and community activist. Based in Manitoba, Anna and her family are knitting an inspiring and challenging story. Their farm, Long Way Homestead serves not only as a farm but as a platform for education and change. Through her personal journey from climate activist to a first-generation sheep farmer...

The Table And The Stranger: Jess Janz on Writing, Life, and Asking Good Questions 30.10.2025 1:07:40

In this episode of the Practice People Podcast, Jess Janz, writer, community facilitator, and the creator of Dinner With Strangers, talks about her journey and the practices that ground her. Jess shares insights into her creative process, emphasizing the importance of finding truth in writing. Jess discusses the significance of her journaling routine as a vital tool for centering herself amidst th...

E1S1 The Art of Imperfect Practice 23.10.2025 2:14

The Practice People Podcast, hosted by Mike Janz, challenges the age-old adage 'practice makes perfect.' Instead, it delves into the idea that practice can make us better, more present, and more congruent. Through engaging conversations with a diverse array of guests, including poets, surfers, makers and mystics, the podcast explores various practices that underpin how we engage with life. These d...