Let's Get Passionate: Recent Episodes
Emily Martin
Hey! I'm happy you're here. I am Emily Martin. This is Let's Get Passionate. I am interviewing guests about their passions, hobbies, interests and experiences. We are going to laugh and learn together.
Justin Piercy is a father of three, husband, and the Digital Ministry Director at Connexus Church. The man needs coffee! Justin has taken his passion for coffee and created an incredible social media following of like-minded, international, men and women. Justin gives us detailed descriptions of how to up our coffee brewing game and recommendations of his favourite local roasters (though there really were too many to recall at once). Most importantly, Justin and I discuss anxiety, panic and caffeine. This is an episode that you won't want to miss!
January, his mother and his 5 siblings live on a small farm at the southern base of Mount Kilimanjaro, in Tanzania, of north-eastern Africa. In March, January's father passed away leaving him the man of the house, at age 27. Their current family business is failing due to the effects that COVID-19 has had on the community market. January aims to open a Zanzibarian inspired cuisine and pizza restaurant near the International College of WildLIfe, as this is a heavily toured and visited area. The cost is $5000 Canadian, which is nearly 2.2 million Tanzanian Shillings. Listen to the episode for all of the details. Donations can be sent to: januaryzanzibarpizza@gmail.com and the cutoff date is July 31st. Thank you so much for your generous heart.
Another high school bestie graces the pod today! Something that I have not gotten to do, YET, is travel through Europe. Come live vicariously through this episode with me. Nicole Eplett has been to 16 countries in the world. 11 of which are in Europe. She is an experienced traveller, both in groups and solo, and has lots of fun stories and helpful tips for you to pack on your next adventure!
Caitlin Pace is a ball of energy. I have loved being around her since the moment we met. You'll hear all about it. Caitlin was born into a musical family, with Christmas morning piano and singing performances (I have GOT to get my hands on those videos). In grade four, Caitlin starred in her first on-stage performance. There was no forgetting that feeling. She was made for the stage. With a university degree and around 30 on-stage performances under her belt, we learn about Caitlin's long-time love of theatre and music.
Something that sets me apart from the majority of people is that I have never had a family dog! My parents had a cat and now, my family has a cat! Thus, I sought out a professional to teach me about all things K-9. Kelsea and I talk about how to choose a dog that is right for you and/or your family, how to recognize a safe breeder, life as a full-time dog walker, her Instagram famous dog, which dogs we think are so stinking cute and much more.
All the single ladies! Choosing to stay single in today's dating climate is not uncommon. Tanis Crooks speaks openly about the benefits that she sees in staying single and childless through your 20s. We talk about mental health, therapy, self-discovery, travel, family relationships and so much more. One of my longest episodes yet, you will not be disappointed with the openness and authenticity of a mom and a woman with freedom, trying to understand each other!
Do your kids love getting messy? Perhaps not; however, I bet they're intrigued by feeling new sensations! What about hands-on learning? Alicia Machika has tapped into her kid's natural curiosity to find a fun and engaging way for them to learn. Sensory Play is educational no matter if you have a specific intention for it, or leave it up to the child. Listen to this episode for ideas that will engage your preschool to school-aged kids!
Vicky Brassington is currently on day 529 of moving her body intentionally for at least 30 minutes. Have you ever had a streak that long?! I surely have not. Vicky and I talk about how to build lasting habits and the scientific ways in which physical movement and being out in nature affect your mental health. This episode is for you if you have been a bit of a couch potato during lockdown and you're looking for some tangible, evidence-based reasons why you should get your butt moving!
Success looks different to everybody. Somehow though, we can get caught up in what we've been told it is. Externally, Katie Williams looked like a woman with it "all together". Internally, Katie felt much differently. After life flipped itself upside down and backwards, Katie hit delete on her business (literally): started over, redefined what success was for her and has been coaching other entrepreneurs since. This episode will fuel you up and help you on your way to where you want to go!
Talking about Stand-Up Comedy with my high school friend? Yes, please. Scott Walker started doing musical shows with his band at local bars and restaurants. Later, he was presented with an opportunity to try out his hand, or mouth?, at Stand-Up Comedy, when an open-mic night started at a bar that was familiar with his band. Scott has learned through trial and error what skills he is strong at, and what he needs to work on. Listen as Scott gives us a behind the scenes look at the work that goes into being funny on stage!
Ayurveda is a Sanskrit word: deriving from Ayur, meaning life, and Veda, meaning science or knowledge, thus Ayurveda is the Science of Life. This natural system of medicine and nutrition originates in India almost 3000 years ago. Ayurveda is the sister science of Yoga and Tiffany Gardhouse has been practicing both for years. In this episode, you will learn more about how Ayurveda can help you regain balance in mind, body and spirit.
TRIGGER WARNING:
Brier Bimm was threatened with a weapon while working alone one evening in the social work field. The impact that this event had on her mental health snowballed until her breaking point: quitting this job and leaving the social work field temporarily. Brier speaks openly about her struggle to feel comfortable and safe in the community again and tools that she has used in her healing. This conversation is unlike any other on the show and I am so proud of her strength.
Approximately 1 in 781 Canadian babies is born with Down syndrome, including my friend Jason Helmond. I have known Jason since I was a young child and the accolades and accomplishments that he has achieved since then far exceed anyone else I know. Jason and I talk about his life as a young boy with Down syndrome and how he has proven that people with Down syndrome can do ANYTHING.
Sabrina Church and I have been friends for nearly 15 years. We have gone from shy, square, teenagers, to outgoing, marijuana-using, functional, adults. Sabrina and I talk about our personal experiences with using marijuana, the stereotypes that we have encountered and actively defy, and the medical and environmental benefits of Cannabis. This is a rare look into one of my most personal secrets: I am a stoner.
Jeff and Isabelle Miller met and fell in love quickly in the summer of 2015 and they were married in November of 2017. Their desire to start a family came naturally with their marriage. Chronic abdominal pain brought Isabelle to a specialist that informed her that her fallopian tubes were almost entirely blocked, and so began their journey to IVF. Check out this episode to learn more about the process and how the Millers have stayed positive through it all.
Join Kristoffer Foster and I, while I learn all about the world of Drag. Kristoffer talks about his coming-out experience, his first encounters with drag and Drag Brunches that he looks forward to hosting again, once things open back up!
Sarah Piercy is a fellow mom-of-three and wife to a hard working man. Sarah is passionate about pursuing and adding to the good in the world, even during times when things don't seem so good. We talk about looking for happiness in the wrong places, mental health, managing social media and Sarah offers some valuable takeaways, to help magnify the good that already exists. For more beyond this podcast, follow Sarah's blog at www.writtenforthegood.com
Join Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Carlie Southin, and myself, for an episode about true, overall health and nutrition. We discuss nutrition in relationship to body image, body positivity, diet culture, genetics and mental health.
My husband was a single father at the age of 18. At the age of 19, we started dating. It was a ROLLERCOASTER. Come hang out with us and learn about our trials and successes over the last 10 years.
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