The Studio D Podcast

TLDR: A powerful conversation about neuroplasticity, stress, and the connection between the mind and body - and how changing your thoughts can completely change your life. In this episode, Matt sits down with Marie Barker, founder of Marie Barker Wellness and a MindBody Wellness Practitioner, for a deep and honest conversation about stress, healing, self-awareness, and what it really means to feel...

TLDR: A real, honest conversation about leadership, values, and why the best results come from human connection - not performance metrics. In this episode, Matt sits down with Brett Elmgren, founder of Axum Leadership, to explore what leadership actually looks like in practice. With a background in HR and organizational strategy, Brett shares how leadership is often misunderstood - and why it shou...

TLDR: A grounded conversation about creativity, personal evolution, and how trusting your voice can unlock both professional and personal growth. In this episode, Matt sits down with Christine Marie, creative professional and entrepreneur, to talk about the journey of building a life and career around creativity. Christine shares how her path evolved through exploration, risk-taking, and learning...

TLDR: A thoughtful conversation about purpose-driven work, leadership, and how strong relationships shape meaningful careers. In this episode, Matt sits down with Roberta Barrington, community leader and nonprofit executive, to talk about building a career centered on impact. Roberta shares lessons from her leadership journey, including how collaboration, empathy, and clear purpose guide both orga...

TLDR: A candid conversation about leadership, courage, and how trusting your instincts can shape both career and life decisions. In this episode, Matt sits down with Monique Simair, entrepreneur and community leader, to talk about the realities of building businesses while staying grounded in personal values. Monique shares insights from her entrepreneurial journey, including navigating uncertaint...

TLDR: A grounded conversation about leadership, people-first culture, and why strong teams are built through trust, clarity, and consistent communication. In this episode, Matt sits down with Hannah Wheeler, marketing and communications leader, to talk about what it takes to build healthy, high-performing teams. Hannah shares lessons from her career working across organizations and how strong lead...

TLDR: A real conversation about discipline, mindset, and how consistent habits build confidence, performance, and long-term success. In this episode, Matt sits down with Tre Bynoe, athlete and entrepreneur, to talk about the mindset required to pursue high performance in both sport and life. Tre shares lessons from his journey through competitive athletics, how discipline and routine shape daily p...

TLDR: A thoughtful conversation on leadership, career pivots, and how curiosity and courage shape meaningful professional growth. In this episode, Matt sits down with Heather Morrison, marketing and communications leader, to talk about building a career through curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to take risks. Heather shares how her path evolved across roles and industries, the importance...

TLDR: A real conversation about building a business through persistence, learning on the fly, and focusing on what actually creates value. In this episode, Matt sits down with Levi Smith, entrepreneur and business owner, to talk about the realities of starting and growing a company from the ground up. Levi shares lessons from early risks, figuring things out through experience, and why adaptabilit...

TLDR: A practical conversation on leadership, growth, and why the best businesses are built on relationships - not transactions. In this episode, Matt sits down with Andrew McDonald, business leader and entrepreneur, to talk about what it really takes to grow a business while staying grounded in people-first values. Andrew shares lessons from building and leading teams, how trust and relationships...

TLDR: Here’s the podcast description for Cam Zimmer, written in the same structure and tone as the previous episodes and based on the transcript.   A practical conversation about how data, experimentation, and curiosity drive modern marketing success. In this episode, Matt sits down with Cam Zimmer, marketing leader and growth strategist, to talk about what it really takes to build marketing that...

TLDR: A calm, honest conversation about money, simplicity, and how confidence - not optimization - leads to a better financial life. In this episode, Matt sits down with Evan Neufeld, financial planner and founder of Cedar Point Wealth, to talk about what it actually means to “retire with confidence.” Evan shares why most people feel overwhelmed or anxious about money, how simplicity is often the...

TLDR: A behind-the-scenes look at how food, farming, and storytelling intersect - and why simple, repeated messaging matters more than ever. In this episode, Matt sits down with Amber Johnson, Director of Marketing and Communications at Saskatchewan Pulse Growers, to explore what modern marketing looks like in agriculture and food systems. Amber shares how she balances grower-facing communications...

TLDR: A thoughtful conversation on how clarity, curiosity, and well-designed systems help people and teams do their best work. In this episode, Matt sits down with Josie Kornelson, performance and compensation systems consultant at Lead Up Coaching & Consulting, to unpack how organizations can better support growth, motivation, and retention. Josie explains what compensation systems really are...

TLDR: Great conversation - here’s the episode description for Alex Black, written in the same format, tone, and structure as the others, and based strictly on the transcript.   A grounded, people-first look at what great leadership really requires - and why culture is built in the small moments. In this episode, Matt sits down with Alex Black, HR professional and people leader at SIIT, to unpack w...

TLDR: A thoughtful conversation on people-first leadership, honest communication, and building teams that actually work well together. In this episode, Matt sits down with Jen Korney, Operations Director at ZU to talk about what it really takes to lead people - not just projects. Jen shares her journey from product owner to operations leadership, how clear communication and trust shape strong team...

TLDR: Building social media that actually works means showing up consistently, sounding human, and focusing on what truly matters. In this episode, Matt sits down with Colby Anderson, co-founder of Scout Media, to break down what effective organic social media really looks like for businesses today. Colby shares hard-earned insights from creating thousands of pieces of content for clients across i...

TLDR: A powerful reminder that the fastest way to change your life is to start leading yourself - on purpose. In this episode, Matt sits down with Corliss Rassyle, keynote speaker, empowerment expert, author, and founder of Lead Conference Canada, to talk about what it really means to lead yourself first. Corliss shares how entrepreneurship, loss, and personal reinvention shaped her philosophy tha...

TLDR: Marketing doesn’t work without trust - and trust is built long before the sale ever happens. In this episode, Matt sits down with Kevin Meldrum, Senior Regional Marketing Manager at MNP, to talk about why relationship-driven marketing still outperforms hype, tactics, and quick wins. Kevin shares how his early career at the Chamber of Commerce shaped his grounded approach to marketing, why si...

TLDR: A thoughtful conversation on community, leadership, and why better marketing starts with people - not platforms. In this episode of the Studio D Podcast, Matt sits down with Kamila Wyszomirski, President of the Saskatchewan Professional Marketing Association (SPMA), to explore the role community, education, and shared responsibility play in shaping stronger marketing professionals across the...

TLDR: A deep, practical conversation on social media strategy, audience trust, and how to turn content into long-term momentum - not just views. In this episode of the Studio D Podcast, Matt sits down with Olivia Bell, Social Media Manager at TripleTen, to unpack what it really takes to build social media that performs in today’s crowded digital landscape. Olivia brings a rare blend of creativity...

TLDR: A refreshingly honest conversation on brand experience, culture, and why marketing doesn’t always need a playbook. In this episode of the Studio D Podcast, Matt sits down with Madison Bymoen, Marketing Lead at 3twenty Modular, to talk about what it really looks like to grow a brand from the inside out. Madison shares her unconventional approach to marketing - one rooted in listening, relatio...

TLDR: A thoughtful conversation on design, consistency, and why good branding is built with intention - not shortcuts. In this episode of the Studio D Podcast, Matt sits down with Amber Glendening, Senior Graphic Designer at LMNO Consulting, to unpack what it really means to build strong, consistent brands inside an agency environment. Amber shares her journey from early creative instincts to over...

TLDR: A deep dive into the mindset, systems, and analytics behind world-class marketing - and why curiosity is the real competitive advantage. In this episode, Matt sits down with  Chris de Jong , VP of Marketing at  Portless  and former marketing leader at high-growth tech companies including Seven Shifts and Gorgias. They talk about what it  really  takes to thrive in modern marketing: balancing...

TLDR: A candid look at how proactive marketing, community-building, and long-term vision can transform any brand. In this episode, Matt sits down with  Kelli Miller , marketing manager and community-builder known for her work shaping Dream’s award-winning Brighton development. They dive into what it really takes to shift from reactive, last-minute marketing to intentional, strategic planning - and...