In this episode, we sit down with Dave Hulshof, a commercial real estate advisor and devoted father, to explore the lessons that shaped his approach to business, family, and life. Dave shares how his father saved their family home from foreclosure during hard times, a defining moment that showed him the value of resilience and determination. Those lessons now guide how he parents his own child, emphasizing strength, stability, and the importance of facing challenges head on.

Dave also opens up about therapy, co parenting, and the parenting strategies that help him stay present and balanced. From navigating multifamily real estate with CMHC financing to starting a finance podcast with his son, his story blends professional insight with personal growth.

Topics Discussed in This Episode – How Dave’s father saved their home from foreclosure – Lessons in resilience and how they shaped his parenting – Commercial multifamily strategy and CMHC financing – Co parenting, therapy, and mental health – Starting a finance podcast with his son – Fitness shows, jujitsu, and personal discipline This episode was sponsored by Matthew Stevenson Insurance. Website: https://matthew-stevenson.ca/#work

Rick Campanelli is one of Canada’s most recognizable and loved media personalities—a broadcasting icon whose career began when he won MuchMusic’s “MuchTemp” contest in 1994, earning the nickname “Rick the Temp” before becoming “The Franchise” on Much. Over 12 years, he became a fixture on Canadian entertainment television with roles on ET Canada and Deal or No Deal Canada. Since then, he’s transitioned into radio and live TV reporting with CHFI and Breakfast Television Toronto, while remaining deeply rooted in philanthropy and community. Off-screen, Rick is equally devoted to family. A proud father of three, he has openly shared how taking paternal leave early in fatherhood changed his life, cementing his belief in hands-on parenting Topics Discussed in This Episode – Rick’s journey from MuchMusic to ET Canada

– The importance of staying authentic in media

– Lessons from decades in television and radio

– How the industry has evolved and where it is heading

– Most memorable celebrity encounters and interviews

– Balancing public life with personal values This episode was sponsored by Matthew Stevenson Insurance. Website: https://matthew-stevenson.ca/#work

In this episode, we sit down with Antoine Vaillant, a bodybuilder, entrepreneur, and popular social media personality whose approach to life goes far beyond the gym. Antoine opens up about the mental side of fitness, what it means to push your limits, and how bodybuilding became both a passion and a path to personal growth.

He also shares the real challenges behind competition prep, his philosophy on suffering, and why many people get lost in the pursuit of validation. Whether you're into lifting, mindset, or simply understanding what drives people to become the best version of themselves, this episode offers something honest and real.

Topics Discussed in This Episode

– Antoine’s journey through bodybuilding and competition

– The mindset needed to build physical and mental strength

– Learning from suffering and struggle

– The trap of chasing validation through aesthetics

– Daily routines and how they shape identity

– Finding deeper meaning through fitness

– How Antoine uses pain as a tool for growth

This episode was sponsored by Matthew Stevenson Insurance.

Website: https://matthew-stevenson.ca/#work

In this episode, we sit down with Brian and Mikey Ehrenworth of Frameworth Sports Marketing, one of the most recognized names in the sports memorabilia world. From working with legends like Wayne Gretzky and Sidney Crosby to managing wild behind-the-scenes moments like recovering Rick Nash’s jerseys from a garbage dump. Brian and Mikey share what it takes to build trust and maintain excellence in the sports world. Their stories are a mix of grit, good timing, and genuine relationships. Whether it's traveling across the country to hang frames in a superstar’s home or coordinating one-of-a-kind memorabilia projects, they’ve built a business where passion meets precision. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work behind the scenes with the biggest names in sports, this episode gives you a front-row seat. Topics Discussed in This Episode: – How Frameworth became a go-to brand for athletes like Sidney Crosby and Wayne Gretzky – The unbelievable story of Rick Nash’s missing jerseys – Building trust and relationships in the sports industry – Creating authentic memorabilia that fans love – Balancing family business dynamics with professional growth

A Bold, New Cancer Medicine that Big Pharma Doesn't Want People to Use | Lee Whitley | Ep.22 | In this episode, we sit down with Lee Whitley, the founder of Lee’s Oil, who has spent nearly a decade giving away plant-based medicine to people battling serious illnesses. Lee shares the story behind his cannabis-based formula that he claims has helped people with brain cancer, colon cancer, lupus, autism, and more. He tells us about the lives saved, including children, pets, and patients once told they had weeks to live.

Lee says the proof is in the people—and he invites anyone to reach out and talk to them directly. In fact, he once turned down a $1.5 billion offer for his formula, refusing to hand over control to big pharmaceutical companies. His mission is to make healing accessible, not profitable.

This episode offers a rare look into the mindset of someone who believes so deeply in what he’s doing, he’s willing to lose everything to keep doing it.

Topics Discussed in This Episode:

• How Lee’s medicine is made using CBD and plant-based ingredients

• Why he turned down billions of dollars from pharmaceutical companies

• Stories of people who say they’ve healed using his formula

• The link between immune health and disease recovery

• Why he gives out medicine for free to those who can’t afford it

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ira Price, an emergency physician and founder of Synergy Health Services. Ira shares his unconventional journey from dropping out of high school to enrolling in one of the top medical schools in the world. As someone who struggled with ADHD, he opens up about strategies that helped him finally understand how to learn and succeed.

Ira's story is a reminder that you can break the mold, take a different path, and still create something meaningful.

Topics Discussed in This Episode:

– Growing up with ADHD

– Discovering Ritalin and how it changed his ability to learn

– Leaving high school and finding his way into medicine

– Psychedelics and the early moments of self-awareness

– Starting Synergy Health Services and developing cannabis protocols

– Being a father and learning through failure

– Honest thoughts on modern medicine and what needs to change

In this episode, we sit down with Ray Lugo, who shares the story of a near-death experience that changed everything. What started as a relaxing day on the lake with family turned into a fight for survival when sudden waves and exhaustion pulled him under. After helping someone else get to safety, Ray found himself alone, out of energy, and sinking. He was convinced that he met his end.

But instead of fear, he describes a moment of peace, clarity, and vivid reflection. After surviving the near death experience, it helped change Ray's approach on life.

This conversation goes far beyond survival. It’s about letting go, reconnecting with purpose, and shifting how we see life itself.

Topics Discussed in This Episode:

- The events leading up to Ray’s near-death experience

- What it felt like to mentally prepare for death

- Processing fear, stillness, and surrender

- How the experience reshaped Ray’s perspective on life

- The importance of breathing

- What it means to live with intention after surviving

In this episode, we sit down with Zyad, the creative force behind Daddy Day Club, to talk about chasing dreams while showing up as a present parent. Z shares his journey from DJing Toronto nightclubs to working in data analytics all while building a brand focused on modern fatherhood. We dive into the reality of being a dad with big goals: the balance between family and ambition, his experiences launching startups, and how he’s reshaped what success looks like. Topics Discussed: The creation and mission behind Daddy Day Club Z’s journey being a DJ Struggles and lessons from failed startups Parenting, presence, and generational expectations Letting go of perfection and redefining success