The RebelRebel Podcast

Martyn had it all; from the big house in the UK, to the most posh rides, he had all the trappings of success but none of the happiness. So he decided to walk away from it all and follow his passion—restoring fine automobiles and dream cars. Not one to be put in a corner, he's also a pilot, a motorcycle rider, a fusion jazz musician, and lover of life who may or may not be building a backpack power...

It was from Byron Brooks successful construction company and a love for craft beer he landed on an idea called 'Builders and Brews'; a way for the construction industry to supports each other similar to that of our local craft beer market. It all started back in high school when it became evident an academic life just wasn't for him—so he dove deep into learning the trades and along the way discov...

What happens when you decide to stop chasing your life and instead start celebrating your every win (no matter how small) and tapping into the best in people? You start empowering people and get to write "Shameless Peddler of Hope" on your business card. Meet Robynn Stirrett a human being on a mission to help us all be better human beings. It's no surprise. She's an energetic lover of life and all...

Warren Cummins—one of the owners of Rocky Mountain Sidecar Adventures—popped into the studio to talk about starting a business because he experienced the trifecta of awesome : Motorcycles, sidecars, and mountains. Going into their sixth year they show no signs of slowing down and continue to add more bikes and guides to their fleet. It was a natural progression for them to get into Movie Bikes too...

Randy Milanovic is the CEO at Kayak Marketing specializing in helping companies win big through content marketing. He makes complex subjects simple to understand and immediately usable. Randy went toe-to-toe with Stage IV Cancer and kicked it's ass, then went on to write the book(s) on how to be found online, how to build a better business website, content structure, and how to use social media mo...

Dennis Cahill is the Artistic Director of the world renowned Loose Moose Theatre Company and is an all around fun and creative guy. He took some time out of his schedule to talk about how he first got involved in theatre and the road he traveled to running one of the most recognized improvisational theatre companies in the world. We talk music, teaching, history, the elegance of the touch typewrit...

Patrick Lor is pure energy barely contained in a human body — and it's impossible not to get caught up in his mission to make the world a better place along with his belief there is always a place for dreamers. What does he want? He wants Canadian Entrepreneurs to think bigger. Like BIGGER. As Managing Partner at Panache Ventures he is driven to see us Canucks up our game and not stop at mediocre....

If there's one thing to know about Victoria Banner it's she isn't shy. Her energy is as boundless as her passion is for living life on her terms. A talented comedian with stories for days and isn't shy about talking about how to support positive mental health. From her days in band, her brief stint as a dinner theatre actor, life on improv stages from Calgary to Chicago, growing her brand and foll...

In this episode we meet up with Adam Thompson who has taken the 'Sock Game' to a whole new level across the world. He's the owner of The Friday Sock Company which is built around the belief that every day should feel like a Friday. Adam rocks ethically-made, purposefully mismatched socks in over 300 stores across North America and ships his socks around the world. He's one of those entrepreneurs t...

What did you want to be when you grew up? Not many people can say they have a clue where they'd end up and Kevin was no different. Kevin Gray is the creative spark behind Kevin Gray Interiors, specializing in Interior Design for Timber Frame Homes but he wasn't always that. Kevin talks about the road to finding your life purpose and what happens when you find it and everything just clicks. His mis...

Christopher Hunt continues to make his mark as a professional performer in Calgary — so much so he received the Harry and Martha Cohen Award in recognition of his significant and sustained contribution to theatre in Calgary. And he's an absolute treat to hang out with. His career spans more than 35 years as an actor, teacher, writer, producer, director and now he can add Theatre Company Founder. W...

Lanchi Dech wanted to learn to ride a motorcycle ever since she was a teenager, but life happened. She was finally able to realize her dream back in 2013 by taking a course with Too Cool Motorcycle School and that was it. She was hooked. Most know her as the Motorcycle Operations Manager – or MOM for those in the know – and is pivotal in keeping the classes running, and helping others realize thei...

The title of this episode pretty much sums up Jeremy's rebel journey from being a world-travelling professional dancer, to world-travelling, award-winning professional photographer. Not to mention he is a helluva nice guy. Jeremy once travelled across the world with one change of clothes, a camera bag, and a desire to better understand the people living here on earth. From that adventure came his...

Every once and a while you meet an artist who knows business — it's not very often — so when you do, try to squeeze as much knowledge from their brain as possible. Doug de Nance is that guy. A guy with business smarts, work ethic, and talent for days. I might mention it once or twice in this episode — I could listen to Doug talk for days. Hell he could read a phone book and I'd be enthralled. I ho...

Mike Peterson just won two awards for his feature film "Knuckleball" starring Michael Ironside: Best Director and Best Editor. He's written, directed, and produced everything from short films, to commercials, to documentaries, music videos, and feature films. But as you'll soon learn it hasn't always been a clear path; from struggling in school, to finding his purpose it's been a helluva ride. His...

A legit rock star, photographer, cinematographer, improviser, and actor — Rob Mitchelson comes over to Kensington Studio to hang out with Newton the Studio Cat (hello allergies) and I to talk about everything from his two amazing albums, to battling Spotify, to breakfast cereals of yesteryear, and more. Not one to shy away from tough subjects Rob also talks about the challenges of managing social...

It's not everyday you meet someone who was born to be an accountant — but today is that day. Kaitlin is so much a rebel that when she discovered she wasn't allowed to help businesses the way she wanted, she picked up and moved across the country. There's not many accountants who've created a YouTube Channel to help us navigate the murky waters of business tax – but then there's Kaitlin. Not only t...

He teaches first aid and was Fire Fighter for a time but it wasn't until he witnessed several motorcycle accidents on a ride through the Rocky Mountains that he found his calling, and business, Head On First Aid and Safety. Standard First Aid training is his bread and button, but he's also teaching specifically for motorcyclists to keep us safe and able to help others in trouble. What should you h...

It's always a good time hanging out with Calum Lykan, a professional storyteller. Yes, that's his job title and he wears a kilt to work so you know it'll be a fun time chatting about how he found his calling and life's work. Originally from Scotland, Calum studied his craft at the Scottish Storytelling Centre in Edinburgh and later came to Canada to continue to tell tales from Scotland. He can be...

From the Netherlands, to Montreal, to Calgary and all points far and wide, please welcome Dave and Immanuela Lawrence. Dave created pop-culture icon, and everyone's favourite banger, 'Terry Cahill', on the stages of The Loose Moose Theatre Company. Together Dave and Immanuela (along with a cadre of fun-lovin comedians) create incredible shows from stage to screen ... and it's entirely possible the...

The passion, curiosity, creativity, and humility of Spencer Estabrooks is mind-bending on a scale only jerk robots could ever understand. Spencer is a filmmaker, director, writer, producer, a-swinger-of-maces, all 'round great guy, and who taught us there are no safe words in Orcish. We talk about Sharkasaurus, Kaiju, Bears, Dungeons and Dragons, funding films, how to get the most out of a KETO DI...

Oliver Sherwood rebelled by suiting up and grabbing his briefcase and went to work at his nine-to-five job. He rebelled again and said goodbye to the suit and tie and started his own business. He could be the poster-child for rebellious entrepreneur: his work ethic is unstoppable, loves crazy socks, rides motorcycles, and when he's able spends the best days out fly-fishing — you know, when he's no...

Dani Morin owns two businesses and currently lives in Arizona. She ran Machine Nightclub, holds two Red Seals for welding, never stops learning, creates gorgeous gothic-art-deco-steampunk-style jewellery, and she is totally kickass. We talk about being a woman in the trades, bending steel to her will, her passion for Wasteland Weekend, dirt biking, firearms, and her never-ending pursuit of higher...

Professional, caring, and crazy about making a positive change in the world are a few ways I think about Darryl Duncan. Darryl joins me via Skype from his studio in Chicago to talk about his journey. What stuck with me on this interview is just how much he loves what he does, and specifically how he can help others. A&M, Warner Brothers, Motown, Electronic Arts' "John Madden Football", or a young...

Trevor Dech is the Chief Instructor of Too Cool Motorcycle School and has spent his career teaching people not just to ride, and ride safely, but also how to recharge their smile. We talk about motorcycle riding, teaching, taking course, high-performance riding, motorcycle racing, motorcycle tours, and why it's important to take time to breathe and enjoy life. And life on two wheels is just so dam...