Broken Open: the podcast

Please enjoy this conversation with the great Cathlyn Melvin (originally recorded in December 2021).

Hear how Cathlyn took a 90 degree turn off her …

Sheldon Crocker has taken his experience of growing up with a physical disability and abuse and turned it into an inspirational message.  He shares his message is his book "Keep On Walking" and in his keynote speaking. …

Mike Govoni wandered into the forest feeling hopeless; he was highly allergic to almost everything, and had debilitating digestive inflammation. He was at the point that functioning in society was beyond him.  He was …

Leona deVinne is all about JOY.  And not in a trite, 'just be positive' way; she is a student of neuroscience, behaviour change, and overcoming trauma.  She walks the talk - she's experienced serious hardships and now …

Jean McCarthy is articulate, honest, and very talented.  She has chronicled her alcohol-free lifestyle since her first day of sobriety in 2011. …

I feel like I could chat with John Loxley for days.  I love his insight and easy way of articulating complex recovery concepts.  

John Loxley (also …

Hear about how Veronica's family of origin story (trust me, your won't want to miss it) inspired her to aim higher than she thought possible.  It made her passionate about helping women become "Empowered and …

Kanchan gets real in our conversation about her move to England and then back to Ontario, and how that experience had her examining who she was and what really mattered to her.  Kanchan believes that your power comes …

Dr. Lotte Valentin is an N.M.D., author, evidential medium, spiritual educator and an international keynote speaker! She teaches several different spiritual workshops as well as offering one-on-one sessions for …

If you are a parent who could use some help with your relationship with your teen, or a teen struggling with your parent, this episode is for you! 

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Our outward appearance is often indicative of how we feel on the inside!   

For Ben Bondar fashion is reflective of his energy, sense of self, and his mental health.  Hear how he helps others find and express themselves …

David Lewry has made a life's work of getting honest, facing his demons, and using everything he's learned to help others in the most accessible, non-judgemental and creative way.  He founded Freedoms Path Recovery …

Lynn Courey lost her daughter Sasha in 2011.  Sasha died by suicide after a short time in treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder.  Hear how Lynn and her husband started a Foundation that offers skills and hope to …

Erin Ekman is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coach Federation(ICF), and the principal facilitator and leadership …

The beautiful Adele Fedorak and I chat about the power of storytelling.   Adele, speech pathologist and certified coach, has combined her many …

Claudia Jungert, Portfolio Coordinator, Centre for Continuing Education and Professional Studies at SAIT, shares her story of becoming a widow and …

Kristin Moore is a Certified Professional Recovery Coach and Intervention Specialist.  The founder of Shift Recovery Solutions, she specializes in …

Karine has been a snow and skateboard coach for 18 years.  A graduate of the National Coaching Institute Program at the University of Calgary, she blends her formal education with her 26 years as a snowboarder - …

Donna Hughes is the President, Executive Director and Clinical Director of Inner Solutions in Calgary.    Hear her story - how she went from being a …

Ally Towns is changing the world!  Ally is training to become a Child and Youth Care Counsellor at Mt Royal University in Calgary.   Her passion for helping others is based on her own experience with self-harm and her …

Clare Keast is the courageous mother of five beautiful children.   Clare shares her journey as a mom supporting her kids with mental health and …

I always knew that Nikki Takahashi was edgy but  I had no idea that she had a boatload of courage as well.  Listen to the end to hear her answer the "broken open' question.  She drops a bomb about listening to your gut …

I have known Lisa Marie Genovese for the past 8 years, and always enjoy connecting.    

Lisa is the President at BottomLine Marketing where she "helps brands level up and get where they're going FASTER".   She's smart, …

I've known Jerry Zeyen since 1982, and in this episode we have a great conversation about his career .   Jerry is as an executive leadership coach with an impressive CV.  Jerry's passion for helping leaders create a …

Meet Crossfit and Nutritional Coach Amber Brososky.  I met Amber a year ago and she has inspired me to train harder and smarter ever since.   We have become friends and now enjoy chatting about change, personal growth, …

Everyone should have a listen to Randal.  We always have great conversations with a few good belly laughs.  Randal is a great friend who is a …

Join Calvin Butts and me for another conversation.  Hear about what's new in the bespoke tailor business (it's going to be GREAT) and hear Calvin describe a time that he experienced adversity in trying to support …

I love chatting about all things leadership with Joanne.  She's a great friend and always thought provoking.  Enjoy!

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoannegibson/

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A casual conversation with the beautiful and talented Tamara Sheppard, a brilliant communicator and facilitator.   Hear about how she is embracing …

A conversation with the great Kathryn Kolaczek.  Kathryn is the CEO of Alchemy Communications, a full-service Public Relations firm in Calgary.

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A conversation with Matt Landsiedel all the way from Vietnam!  Matt is a transformation coach.   He inspires and educates people to create and live the best version of themselves.  He has a new book called Be The Space: …

A conversation with Erin Ekman, founder of Centrivity.  Erin is a certified coach with ICF and helps individuals and organizations who are committed to growth and transformation.

Website: growwithcentrivity.com

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A conversation with Lindsay Recknell, expert in HOPE.  LIndsay teaches people to use hope to motivate and propel action.  

To get in touch with Lindsay - expertinhope.com 

Lindsay's Instagram – …

If you're looking for relief from all the Pandemic talk, this is not your episode.  Calvin and I chat about his business as a bespoke tailor, and our predictions for pandemic in Alberta.

Find the Great Calvin Butts, …