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The HARD TRUTH, (formerly ”The Launchpad Podcast”) is rooted in personal development until about 1 1/2 years ago when we ushered in the pandemic landscape that has become our ”new normal.” The podcast began to change as Jason recognized the way people communicated with one another did tool. So he wanted to do his best to bridge the gap between both sides and share information that the mainstream sometimes suppresses. This channel champions freedom of speech and expression, a safe space for constructive conversation, and giving people a platform that might not otherwise be given the opportunity. Jason ”J-man” Petrunik has talked to the likes of free thinker, David Icke, politicians Maxime Bernier and Randy Hillier, Stanley Cup Champion Theo Fleury, Grey Cup Champions Randy Spencer and Eddie Brown, Gordie Johnson of Big Sugar, 4 time Juno nominee Jamie Fine and Juno winner Steve Marriner, CCMA award-winning artist Jason Blaine, and 2-time Emmy-award winning sports broadcaster, Lisa Hillary, just to mention a few. It’s honest, fair, informative, intelligent, inclusive, and Jason does his best to bring out the best in his guests, which brings forth the best possible podcast experience, for you.
Episodes
Thursday May 06, 2021
Thursday May 06, 2021
There's so much covered here.
Inside, we talk about his "Hall of Fame" baseball career, his country music album, that time he performed with a Juno award winner at Stampede, the song he put together for a video game, his book/documentary "Playing with Fire" and so much more.....
Theo has been advocating on behalf of sexual assault victims across the world, helping people face their demons, alcohol and drug addiction, depression, and anxiety. He's most definitely one of the most influential voices in this space at the moment.
I promise you, you'll love Theo even more, after the next 60 minutes. Find his wellness app here (books too): https://theofleury.life/product/mobile-wellness/
His Country music title track: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CeW6xRJdtos
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"Take care, be well & love simply because you can"
Thursday May 06, 2021
Thursday May 06, 2021
Mel founded Decorus Life, offering leadership & life coaching services to bring clarity and a deeper sense of connection for men and women who manage a nutso amount of responsibilities. In addition to co-founding DudeBuddha, he is a partner at HealthGenie, where he provides consulting services to gyms, schools, and recreational facilities in setting up Muay Thai programs.
Mel has been engulfed in Muay Thai for almost 25 years, spending 2 years training, fighting, and teaching in Thailand. He was at the helm of a successful MMA school in Toronto for over 11 years where he supported thousands of people from entrepreneurs, executives, and children, which brought him to where he is now. This podcast is full of wisdom, wellness, and practical solutions to anxiety, stress, and overall wellbeing.
This is full of value, jam-packed with brain nuggets for everyone! Find Mel @ https://decoruslife.com/
Check out J-man's website @ https://TheLaunchpadPodcast.com, and find J-man on social media:
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"Take care, be well & love simply because you can"
Thursday May 06, 2021
Thursday May 06, 2021
Let's talk puck with hockey historian, author, former radio personality, and all-around great guy, "Mr. Hockey" Liam Maguire.
Inside, we talk HOCKEY and nothing but. Topics include:
- his incredible memory
- Liam's favorite tough guy
- most memorable tilt (great story)
- the dismissal of Don Cherry.
Basically, if you like hockey, you're going to absolutely adore this podcast. Liam also has his very own podcast @ https://www.spreaker.com/show/sticks-and-taps, and you can find the link to his book about OGIE, here: https://burnstownpublishing.com/product/the-real-ogie/
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"Take care, be well & love simply because you can"
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
The WTF series is just me, no guests, my thoughts, experiences, and things that make me go WTF!? Integrated throughout my regular podcasts.
If YOU like it, let me know and you might see some more down the road :)
Online dating, what the fuuuuuuuuuuuuuu@k!?
In this episode, I share my "online dating" origin story and talk about the very FIRST dating app I used 20 years ago, and how the online dating process kinda worked back in the day.
Then fast forward to today's premiere dating apps, like POF, Bumble, and Tinder.
I poop on all of them, from ridiculous profile write-ups, to the nonsense picture angles, and a whole lot more.
Buckle up, buttercup! Let's get real about online dating.....
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
Steve Marriner is the lead of Juno Award-winning band, MonkeyJunk. Steve talks to us from Colin James' private studio in Vancouver and discusses a bunch of topics.
Like, touring with Colin James, how he writes music, and co-writing with his girlfriend. There's also some great information for aspiring artists out there, some do's and don'ts, the importance of having a mentor...even in music,
Check out his kick-ass band @ www.MonkeyJunkBand.com.
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"Take care, be well & love simply because you can"
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
In this episode, I talk with Sid Cratzbarg, he’s the face of fragrance & fashion around these parts…and we’re going to be talking winter fashion/fragrance. Plus, fashion/fragrance “faux pas” and what it means to get “Sidified‼️“
This gentleman is full of awesome and I’m pretty excited to have him share some of his secrets with us. Including the time he was approached by New Kids On The Block for some potential promotion and how he ended up on the cover of the National Enquirer.
I can’t make this stuff up.
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"Take care, be well & love simply because you can"
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
Eddie Brown is a former CFL All-Star and Grey Cup Champion. He was one of the best to do what he did and is known for making one of THE greatest catches in CFL Grey Cup History.
Inside we talk about a bunch of things: • meeting/training with HOF'er Jerry Rice • the mindset of a pro athlete • his favorite & least favorite teammates • the love/hate relationship with Ottawa •
Plus being a single dad/pro athlete, while dealing with the loss of his wife, when on the cusp of achieving his ultimate goal of playing in the NFL.
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"Take care, be well & love simply because you can"
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
2 time Grey Cup champion, Randy Spencer goes deep into the importance of personal development with us on this edition of The Launchpad Podcast.
Topics like: the importance of consistency, leadership, goal setting, and letting go of attachment.
He's also HUGE on failing forward, leaning into learning, and overcoming obstacles. Then we talk about his health scare/heart attack that put him on the path he's on now, his passion...helping people.
It's a fun, fascinating talk about life, learning, and listening to the universe/God, etc... and I can't wait to share this one with you.
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"Take care, be well & love simply because you can"
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
This was originally recorded just a couple of days before the new year, since then, things have become dramatically worse here in Ontario, Canada. We are in the midst of our 3rd lockdown, and our "Charter" has been challenged by "the powers that be" on a number of ocassions.
I hope you enjoy the conversation between myself, a retired police officer (Claude) small business/entrepreneur (Jennifer) and paramedic (Chris)
If this content is well received, I'll make sure to upload more.
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"Take care, be well & love simply because you can"
Wednesday Apr 28, 2021
Wednesday Apr 28, 2021
Let's get deep into your personal wellness with the owner of the Manotick Natural Market, Darpan Ahluwalia, who has won "nutritionist of the year" multiple times, and a recipient of the "Distinctive Women Of Canada" award 4 years running.
Darpan and I cover so much ground, the foods to eat, the food to avoid. The importance of drinking lots of water and having regular bowel movements.
There are also tips in here, on how to get your kids to eat better foods.
Darpan is smart, funny, intelligent, and talks a lot about poop, haha!
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"Take care, be well & love simply because you can"