The Restless: Recent Episodes
Jonah Boston
On The Restless, we interview the most impactful leaders in business starting from our home base of Kelowna, British Columbia. As a Hockey Agent, I know the rules of competition and what it truly takes to have your skin in the game. From technology, health, leadership, and opening your mind, we are here to provide our listeners stories and tactics from the very best. Enjoy!
On this episode of The Restless we had the privilege to interview the Co-Founder of Hush Blankets to discuss the evolution of the company and where they are today. From the initial startup in 2018 to being recently acquired for a 52% stake by Sleep Country, we discussed what it truly took to get there and the importance of consumer feedback. Enjoy!!
Omar Elattar of The Passionate Few has had the pleasure to interview some of the worlds most profound leaders and entrepreneurs. Some names you may be familiar with include Ed Mylett, Grant Cardone, Tom Bilyeu of Quest Nutrition and many more. On this episode of The Restless, we discussed how Omar got started in his journey with The Passionate Few, how to face fear, and how to build a success team. Enjoy!
On this episode of The Restless we had a great time interviewing Dom Kwong, who has an abundance of knowledge in the tech space. We dove into topics around initial startups, approaching investors, and how to truly differentiate your company in an ever so changing industry. Enjoy!
Steve is a “Good Life” Designer. He’s learned that the quality of our life is defined by what we pay attention to and what we nurture along the path. He works to embody this truth and to share it with others through his work at Nature of Work and Enfold. He’s a successful social impact entrepreneur, investor, coach, and musician living on Bowen Island, BC Canada.
On this episode we dove into what it takes to empower young girls in todays society with Sole Girls. Further on in the show, she describes how she was able to adapt and further on be the co-owner of an upcoming and thriving media group - Live Feisty.
Having spent 10+ years in front of the camera, Marks passion for directing has been inspired by some of the greats of the film and commercial industry. Mark has performed many roles from lead web designer and media buyer, to creative director and has successfully executed major rebrands for companies in the industrial, mortgage, real estate and food and beverage industry. He doesn't plan on slowing down anytime soon as the demand for his commercial direction continues to open doors in new realms for the Peeled team.
Brenda is a Financial Therapist and Money Coach. She is passionate about creating innovative ways to teach both Financial and Emotional Literacy so people can experience Peace, Joy and Confidence with money. As the founder of REWIRE, she has developed numerous programs to help beginning money explores just starting out, average to high net-worth individuals living paycheck to paycheck and people that are emotionally challenged around money, transform their relationship to money and step into true stewardship.
She works with women entrepreneurs & social enterprising organization that are ready to elevate their money consciousness and rewire their wealth.
Steve is a philosopher, innovator, coach, and psychedelic doula based on Bowen Island, BC, Canada. Steve is Co-Founder and Founder of multiple ventures including Nature of Work, a performance and wellness optimization program for modern work, NOW with Steve Rio, a podcast that explores what it means to live a good life, and Humkala Inner Wellness, offering retreats and experiences based on psychedelics, breathwork, meditation, and somatic modalities. Steve's greatest hope is that all humans can realize their full potential in order to expand global consciousness, and transform the world.
His social links are:
@steverio / @natureofwork.co / @humkala.love
Welcome back to The Restless! On this episode we had the privilege to interview talent recruitment and development expert, Steph Corker. Steph has spent over 15 years in this space and had some amazing things to say about her career and where the industry is heading as a whole!
On this episode of The Restless, we had the privilege of interviewing CEO and Chair of The Valens Company, Ty Robson. Ty was included in the International Forum on Advancements in Healthcare’s Top 100 Leaders and was named Young Entrepreneur of the Year by the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce in 2019. In 2020, he has been named Top 40 under 40 by the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce and Marijuana Venture Magazine They believe in creating products for those who need them. They do things the right way without ever cutting corners. Whether it’s medical or recreational, local or international, They’re pursuing meaningful extraction, formulation, product development and testing to bring purposeful cannabis to the people.
On this episode of The Restless we had the privilege to sit down with both Kyle & Krysten Janzen. From Real Estate, to Personal Training and much more, we discuss their entrepreneurial journey and tips on how to truly master the "power couple" dynamic. Make sure to follow us on Instagram, subscribe, and enjoy this episode of The Restless.
Beginning in 2016, Quinn and his brother, Brett have been building something special at B-Clutch. From working with some of the top athletes in professional sports, they are driving home company culture, lifestyle, and fitness within multiple facets of their collections. We hope you enjoy this episode of, The Restless.
On this episode of The Restless, we interviewed the one and only Alexander Sworik, Cinematographer and Filmmaker out of Las Angelas, California. From working with Steph Curry, Loud Luxury, and Max Domi of the Montreal Canadiens, Alex is on a upwards progression to mastering his craft. We hope you enjoy this episode of, The Restless.
On this episode of The Restless I dove into 5 topics that have helped me a ton during this crazy time and figured they can help you as well! Through these 12 minutes I dove into morning routine, fitness, reading, challenging yourself, and being mindful of what's going on internally. I hope you enjoy this episode of The Restless!
What an amazing time interviewing the one and only Nicole Rustad, Founder and Chief Impact Office of VortoVia. Formerly a Corporate Citizenship Program Director for the Walt Disney Company, for almost ten years she drove the corporate social responsibility vision, strategy, and programs for Disney Interactive across multiple lines of business. She worked with non-profit partners to establish projects that enabled grassroots transformation in rural, developing communities. Additionally, she engaged audiences and employees using innovative social responsibility programming, skills-based volunteer programs, interactive digital platforms, and cause marketing campaigns.
Today, Nicole consults to businesses, social enterprises, non-profits, foundations, and individuals who want to create strategies and programs that scale to deliver results. Nicole also speaks to groups, coaches, and facilitates sessions that drive social purpose. We hope you enjoy this episode of The Restless!!
In this interview, we took a deep dive into what it's like to experience multiple facets of mental health with Michael & Rebecca of You Are Collective. They did an amazing job sharing their vision for the amazing community and brand they have created, while discussing the keys ways on how to tackle gaps in the industry. These are two people who are true game changers in this field! We hope you enjoy this episode of, The Restless.
What an interview! At XCO, they develop leading edge wearable technology to optimize athletic performance and enhance human health. Through the precise measurement and integration of motion, biometric and cognitive data, they are tackling some of today's biggest challenges across sport science and healthcare. And along with their leading private and public sector partners, they are building real-world solutions that matter. We hope you enjoy this episode of, The Restless!
On this episode, we had a great opportunity to sit down with Markku Luopa, Co-Founder of Okanagan Lifestyle and current Founder of CDN apparel. In this episode, we dive into what it truly takes to become a modern day apparel designer, and how when you follow your vision with no other options in mind, nothing can stop you. We hope you enjoy this episode of The Restless!
0n this episode of The Restless Chris dives into his life as a upcoming Digital Marketer. Although this wasn't a paved path for Chris, through the hobby of web design and chipping away at his creative side, Chris has been able to flourish through the industry. We hope you enjoy this episode of, The Restless podcast.
What a privilege it was to interview Jules Galloway, CEO of Evolve Design & Build for episode 17. Jules has a surplus of value when it comes to entrepreneurship, what it truly takes, and how to bounce back from the hard times. Jules also discusses how the design and build space is evolving over time, along with entrepreneurial habits that you can start NOW to help elevate your life. We hope you enjoy this episode of The Restless podcast!
What an episode this was! On this episode of The Restless, we had the privilege to sit down with Josh Fraser, CEO of Estated. On this episode, we discussed what it truly takes to be an entrepreneur, along with how to leverage the internet and use it to your advantage. We hope you enjoy this episode of The Restless podcast.
On this episode of The Restless, we had the privilege to interview Matt Ferstl, COO & Vice President of Vandal. In this episode we discussed the sports nutrition and supplement industry, key components on how to begin living a healthy lifestyle, and what differentiates Vandal from the rest. We hope you enjoy the first episode of Season Two!!
Kathleen MacKinnon, CEO and Founder of Nine Rising.
We hope you enjoy the 14th episode of the Restless Podcast, and remember to never settle, and always stay restless
We had an amazing chat with Christina Ferreira, Founder of Impact Events. Through our conversation, Christina was able to provide value in the importance of ongoing mentor-ship, going after your passion, and how to properly apply for jobs in a fun creative way.
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Phil Ashman, Regional Dean for the Central Okanagan at Okanagan College.
We had the pleasure of speaking with Pete Patterson, Chief Operation Officer and Co Founder of Vitalis Extraction Technology.
Founded in 2016, Vitalis Extraction Technology produces the most sophisticated high-flowing, industrial-scale, super-critical CO2 extraction systems for the cannabis industry.
In this interview, we talked about cash flow management, the importance of a stable foundation which is build on good policy, process and procedure.
Thank you to everyone who has listened so far and supported us through our first 10 episodes!
We had an amazing chat with Robert Dawson, Co-Founder of Hockey By Design, and Digital Marketing Manager at The Web Advisors. During our conversation, Robert dove into his expertise in digital marketing, and his ability to collaborate with his partner surrounding their love for hockey. We also had a detailed chat about the importance of networking, and other key aspects surrounding the struggles of being an upcoming entrepreneur.
Today we had the amazing opportunity to sit down with Justin Goodhew, Founder of Trellis. The mission of Trellis is to improve the world we live in by connecting the social sector to everyday people on a platform focused on impact. Justin share his story from when he was a RA at UBC, and getting fired from his volunteer position, to “accidentally” winning a pitch competition and working in Silicon Valley, and finally his journey to Trellis today. To find out more information on Justin’s company, check out Trellis.org.
There are so many great student-run organizations at the college, however in this episode we will only be covering Okanagan Business Student Association and Enactus Okanagan College. We are delighted to have Andrew Nash, one of the directors of OBSA joining us on the first half and have Jamie Park, president of Enactus OC on the second half.
College is not just about homework and exams, it's a time for you to build your resume, volunteer, gain experience and make important connections in the community. These clubs are great for anyone who is looking to stand out, gain some experience in the industry, and for anyone looking to do something more than just regular school work. So sit down, grab a beer or three, relax and we hope you enjoy this episode of The Restless Podcast.
In this episode we were able to dive into the process of supply chain management with 25-year executive, Warren Sarafinchan. We talked about interesting topics such as the importance of financial statements when making every decision, what it means to have tenacity in business, and the future of supply chain and logistics management, so sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode of The Restless Podcast.
Jason Lotoski came on the episode 5 of The Restless Podcast to talk about his company, Tonit.
Bearlives.ca has information on over 40 trails surrounding our beautiful valley, it is truly a great guide for anyone who enjoys hiking in the Okanagan.
First episode of The Restless Podcast is about our background and our vision for this podcast.