The Troublemakers: Recent Episodes
Les Chelle
Your fave troublemaker is moving to podcast. Count on a variety of guests in all sorts of areas talking about whatever!!
From prairie roots, to being one of the premier underwater photojournalists one the plant. @shanegrossphoto www.shanegross.com
Matt MacLeod @mattmcleodphots is an amazing skateboard photographer from Vancouver. But he also introduced me to a west coast legend, Jamie Collins, and The Secret Ramp in the Woods
Hey I’m human, and far from perfect. After having some time to process and pivot from Meta Business debacle 2024, I’m baaaaaaack
We’ve all heard “ oh they are so talented” But what is the actual equation for success.
Since this has started I have always swore to be 100% raw, real and authentic. Well that may not have completely been the case. Im coming clean.
What a little bit of faith can do if you don't even believe in youWhy would you think or expect anybody else that's around you to?I done did things that I regretI done said things I can't take backWas a lost soul at a crossroad who had no hope but I changed that
I want to share something super cool and fun and exciting!! I stepped out of my comfort zone, and dang I had a great time.
Trigger Warning
I wish Icould say this was solely prompted by recent events, but it's not. Unfortunately this shit has been going on and no one says anything, aside from whispering to others. This is a podcast about sexual assault.
Be it something BIG or be it something small, this is something I think we all have felt at one time or another....or even all the time lol. But WHY? Why are we inherently scared of what we don't know, because lets be real, aside from that one annoying person that each of us have in our lives that claims to know everything about everything, WE DO NOT KNOW EVERYTHING. Life is an adventure, a trek full of turns and twists, and ups and downs, internal and external. Embrace it, live it, love it, don't be scared to fail, but most importantly don't be scared to WIN.
Why do so many men suffering silence?
Why do we tell our young dudes to "man up" when they are feeling down
What can WE do to help?
TRIGGER WARNING
This episode I'm joined by Amber, an out reach worker at Transition House. We talk further into the top of intimate partner abuse, stats from across Canada, and what you can do if you to break the cycle, and become a survivor. We also discuss Claires Law, which I think is an amazing tool that people can use to help break the cycle before it starts.
PLEASE REMEMBER, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!
https://canadianwomen.org/support-services/
https://sheltersafe.ca
https://endingviolencecanada.org/getting-help/
https://pathssk.org/clares-law/
TRIGGER WARNING
This episode deals with REAL life stories from Real life abuse survivors.
if you or someone you love is in a domestic violence situation, here are some resources to help, to inform and break the cycle.
lets stop being silent, lets stop letting the sbe something no one speaks of.
https://pathssk.org/clares-law/
https://canadianwomen.org/support-services/
https://sheltersafe.ca/
https://nationalactionplan.ca/
https://endingviolencecanada.org/getting-help/
https://familiescanada.ca/
Todays Guest is Travis from 9 Lives Customs. We've all stopped and stared when a Harley rolls by, now think of seeing that Harley being teal, doing a wheelie!! Yup, that's what Travis does, and im here for it!!
After the podcast where I got my cards read, it really prompted me to look even further within, who I am, what im about, where I am, and where I came from. Its not an easy thing to do to be honest.
Ok, the headline is true. Its not just a clever ploy to get you go listen, this REALLY happened. You all really loved the first time we did an episode together, but this time, I agreed to have The High Priestess Herself read my cards live!! It's no secret I am a skeptic, but now ive moved from a solid NO, to a maybe, to a MAYBE YES!! This was such an amazing experience, and there is details in the episode you def don't want to miss out on!!
Please give Kayleigh a follow!! Get ahold of her for readings, coaching and all sorts of cool stuff!! on instagram its @thehighpriestessherself
I got the pleasure of sitting down with the always amazing Carly Jaye and talk of her adventure as an artist, living the creative life, and all things creative!!
In this episode I say it as I see it. Ive been around this photography world for a hot minute. Im no expert, nor do I profess to be. HOWEVER in an industry based in the creativity of the individual, it's crazy how people often confuse ego with self worth.
Change, some people love it, some people don't, but the one thing is true of change. ITS INEVITABLE.
Highwind is:
Chase Rysavy
Eric Taylor
Troy Waggoner
These fine gents hail from my hometown!! When I was first approached about having these guys on, I was interested, but I needed to know more. Hearing how they recorded an album with the members all in different provinces, how the first album was a story, each song listens like a chapter in a personal digest on the different perspectives of a broken home. The upcoming album deals with grief, I knew these guys were definitely Troublemaker material!!
Les, you're always hyping folks, how do you stay so positive? Well the truth is, I don't. I definitely get discouraged and feeling bummed and like I'm drowning. This was an uncomfortable episode for me to record, why? Well, because the walls are chipping down, and that scares me but I am slowly become ok with it no matter how uncomfortable it can be.
It's the end of the year !! Just a little recap in what's been going on in our world for the year !!!
Wow, to all y'all that blew up my DMs regarding the reel I posted, thank you!! when I heard this clip from @vicfades I knew I needed to make it into a reel, but I never thought y'all would encourage me into making it into a full blown podcast episode.....but here we are.
I never really thought this would resonate with me like it did, but honestly, SUPPORT YOUR FRIENDS...its THAT easy
This episode im joined by none other than Tim Edge, those of you around the rodeo world know his voice, he has been the MC from Agribition rodeo the last few years. And he is a dear friend of ours!!
Another week of Agribition wrapped up here in Saskatchewan, and as always it didn't disappoint. There were displays, and booths, and Livestock of all shapes and sizes. But what really spoke to me was the culture. People of all ages, all backgrounds, and alot having no idea about the ins and outs of rural life. Agribition is a bridge, between the rural and the urban. There is something entertaining and informative for almost everyone. Seeing young kids with their grandparents sitting in the stands for the rodeo took me back to my youth, sitting in the bleachers with my grandpa. People who until that day didn't know each other, turning and talking to a stranger, because for that day, everyone is family.
You can follow Tim at
instagram @timeedgemc
TikTok- @mountainedgeprod
and on Facebook - Tim Edge Mountain Edge Productions
Know that feeling? When you're running on empty but your plate is over full? That's been be for the last little while, with the holidays fast approaching that's been alot of us. For myself the words of encouragement from a friend really helped fill my tank.
This episode, I am sooo excited to have happen!! If you have been around the YouTube world, or the hip hop world, or the fitness world, you've more than likely saw some of his work, or have heard of him. Todays guest is none other than the always awesome Anastas, aka Royalz . We talk about film making, finding yourself, and overall real talk!!
Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@RoyalZProduction
Instagram- @visualsbyroyalz
" oh it must be nice"
" I wish I made my own hours"
" can you give me a deal"
If you are an entrepreneur these are all things you hear, on the daily. To all the people that are taking the leap, to all the people that have a dream, to all the people that know someone with a small business, this podcast is for you.
I was joined my Dan Johnson, @thealwaysrunning , to talk about his incredible life thus far. From growing up on an Alberta horse ranch, to touring the world, to a million other cool things.
DISCLAIMER ALERT
I am by no means an expert, and results can not be guaranteed, but the advice is free!!
But seriously though, if you are a beginner, or an intermediate, or even a full time super awesome professional, these tips will help you be awesome!!
Everything you need, in just one podcast.
I had the amazing pleasure of sitting down and talking with Megan, who is the founder of CHANGE. She has started a grass roots non profit to start putting up abortion is healthcare signs across Saskatchewan. Which now is turning into many other provinces assembling and doing the same thing.
Thanksgiving has come and gone here in Canada. But it got me thinking, what is it really that we are thankful for?
Wowsers, this is a doozy. Im sure its going to trigger a couple folks, but hey if I didn't would it be a TROUBLEMAKERS PODCAST?
This is one of my most "me" podcasts I think ive done, as always in meanders and gets side tracked, welcome to my life. Coming off a few months break to get myself back, by jumping into a marathon shoot, who does that? yup this guy!!
With the self proclaimed "ALPHA" flooding the internet with his "Hustlers Club" and his various other proclamations, what a small group of people overlook, is the dude is a disgusting person. From his ongoing investigation into being involved in human trafficking, to his extreme views on violence towards women and the list goes on......the common theme, ANDREW TATE is a horrible human.
This episode I am joined with THAT BTCH PODCAST Host Serena Shuba. When I saw all this Andrew Tate stuff unfolding I thought who would be best to chat about it, well OBVIOUSLY its THAT BITCH!!
This is a podcast I've wanted to make for quite some time, but could never find the perfect time. I even recorded a version with an amazing human Roman Corkney, and it turned out not to save. After kicking myself for a tech error that prevented it from being saved. It hit, is there EVER a perfect time to talk about grieving? the answer is NO, but that's something I talk about on this one. Grief is different for everyone, degrees and duration and application its very very personal. HOWEVER grief is something that every single person on the earth and throughout time experiances in their lifetime..........think about that EVERY SINGLE PERSON, throughout all of time. I can't think of one other common shared experience.
For a lot of folks, you already know how important dog rescue is to Jesyka and myself. What started as a lets help, lets try this "one time" has turned into one of the most rewarding experiences Jesyka and I have done. we FOSTER rescue pups, yes we have "foster failed" but is it really a fail? Yes saying good bye when these little goobers go to their forever homes is hard, but there is so much positive as well, we help save a life, we help families experience the love from a rescue dog that we have been lucky enough to have a house bursting with!
This episode I talk with Steph, Adoptions Coordinator with CC Rez Qs, and dear friend of ours. We talk rescuing, the Annual Winston Memorial Raffle and what people can do to help......because as you will hear, ANYTHING IS MORE THAN NOTHING!! If you've read this this far thank you!! If you want to help please reach out to them on Instagram or Facebook. even sharing posts or liking posts is something, all help is help.
This episode is a doozy!! Im joined by Erica Fraser, a model with Edge Agency. We talk about her journey from being extremely ill with Lymes and being your own advocate to now walking runways for huge fashion shows!!
TRIGGER ALERT!!
This episode I'm joined but none other than Mrs. Dee. With over 9 years as a model in Toronto, owner of a fabulous studio, and a life time of being awesome we get down and dirty talking about the industry, empowerment, exploitation, and a whole slew of other things!!
thanks again Mrs Dee
if you want a couple cool accounts to follow definitely check out @gothstepmamii or Dees' studio page @deerdenstudio
This episode is a doozy!!
I was lucky enough to have Kayleigh Banga, from Moon Mountain Healing as a guest. As most people know I am an Atheist, yup its true. But over the last while Kayleigh and I have been talking a lot about spirituality and beliefs and growing as people. Open discussion on topics like this is so great, especially when you have an open mind. This was an absolute BLAST to make, informative and laughs a plenty.
I had the opportunity to chat with none other than Jordyn Pollard!! Sask Country Music Association Emerging Artist winner, her debut EP hit #6 on iTunes, but most of all just a super awesome person!!
Want to be a painter? PAINT
Want to be a dog groomer? Then DO IT
The key is take the shot, its scary, its exciting, it moving from the comfortable. But doing what you really want to do is good. Nothing AWESOME has ever happened from sitting on the bench, it comes from getting out there, taking the risk, and putting in the work.
"Square peg in a round hole" is an idiomatic expression which describes the unusual individualist who could not fit into a niche of their society.
The metaphor was originated by Sydney Smith in "On the Conduct of the Understanding", one of a series of lectures on moral philosophy that he delivered at the Royal Institution in 1804–06:
If you choose to represent the various parts in life by holes upon a table, of different shapes,—some circular, some triangular, some square, some oblong,—and the person acting these parts by bits of wood of similar shapes, we shall generally find that the triangular person has got into the square hole, the oblong into the triangular, and a square person has squeezed himself into the round hole.
We all need to do it, disconnect to reconnect. We all have that perfect day, the day that just feels right. The day that resets us, that makes us feel at ease. TAKE THOSE DAYS. EMBRACE THOSE DAYS.
Music, Lyrics, Songs. Music has always been something I've held near and dear to me for as long as I can remember. From the early memories of listening to Charlie Pride, Jackson Browne, and a variety of old country songs sitting at my granny's table, to present day when I hit rewind on a song a million times to hear a specific line, or a piece of a chorus that the music just was awesome.
Friday night was a night I needed, it was exactly what I needed, but I had no idea why or how much I actually did. Seeing songwriters perform songs that they wrote, later made famous by other artists is a very awesome experience. The writers have a connection, a connection to a song that you can just see, you can hear it, you can feel it.
When the lights lowered, and the musicians came out, the crowd goes silent......and the first chords strummed , its an evening that left an impression on my heart and my soul. It was the soothing sound of music, of live music, the exchange of personal stories between friends on a stage, that myself and the rest of the audience, for that night were part of the gang. It was exactly what I needed, even though I didn't know it.
The first episode, dang. Since announcing my "departure" from IG its been a whirlwind of emotions. But I do want to provide some explanation, as well as shed some light as to what's to come. To everyone that's reached out with words of support, to check if I've officially lost my marbles, even the folks sitting at the sidelines with a big ole bowl of popcorn watching......THANK YALL.
The beginning of a new chapter. Have spent majority of my career focused primarily on Instagram as my platform, im switching focus. Welcome to The Troublemakers Podcast.