Best Andrew MacAskill Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 97: Ending Career Misery: The Future of Recruitment with Andrew MacAskill 1:06:57

29d ago1:06:57

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What if your job isn’t the problem—but your mindset is? In a world where unfulfilling careers are the norm, Andrew MacAskill is on a mission to end career-based misery—and reshape how we think about leadership, recruitment, and purpose at work. In this episode, Andrew joins me to tackle the real challenges facing today’s recruitment professionals a…

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107. Finding Useful Feedback w/ Tolu Oloruntoba 56:25

10h ago56:25

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Tolu Oloruntoba returns to chat about his third poetry collection, Unravel. Andrew asks about getting "good" feedback. It's a "good" one! -- Tolu Oloruntoba was born in Ibadan, Nigeria, where he studied and practiced medicine. He is the author of three collections of poetry, The Junta of Happenstance, winner of the Canadian Griffin Poetry Prize and…

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The Power of Control in Recruitment with Jeremy Snell 1:17:45

22d ago1:17:45

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The Power of Control in Recruitment with Jeremy Snell Is recruitment broken—or just in desperate need of a mindset shift? In this episode, we dive into the evolving world of recruitment with Jeremy Snell, creator of the 4D Recruitment Method, who’s redefining how we approach candidates, communication, and culture in the industry. Jeremy shares his …

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106. Towards a Final Form w/ Marc Perez 53:13

28d ago53:13

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Marc Perez comes on the show to talk about chapbooks, form, and his debut full-length poetry collection, Dayo. Andrew asks about finding the right form for your poem. It's a great time! -- Chapbook launch info: Featuring Marc Perez , Andrew French, and Kevin Spenst! See you on Saturday, April 19, 5pm at the Teck Gallery SFU Harbour Centre, Vancouve…

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Ep 96: The Most Hated Salesperson: A New Perspective with Benjamin Dennehy 1:22:47

1M ago1:22:47

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Is your sales approach costing you deals? Are you too soft on prospects when you should be closing? In this episode, I sit down with Benjamin Dennehy—dubbed the UK’s Most Hated Salesperson—to strip away the fluff and expose what truly works in sales and recruitment. Love him or hate him, Benjamin’s approach is bold, direct, and brutally effective. …

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Decoding Aesthetic Devices with Sarah Bow 55:53

1M ago55:53

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Choosing the right laser device for your clinic can feel like navigating a minefield. In this episode, we're joined by Sarah Bow—laser expert, educator, and UK consultant for Asclepion—to help cut through the confusion and marketing noise. With over a decade of hands-on experience, Sarah breaks down the science behind photoablative, photothermal, a…

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Ep 95: Creating Winning Recruitment Cultures with Alex Elliott 1:21:45

1M ago1:21:45

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What does it take to build and scale a thriving recruitment business? Emotional intelligence, effective communication and a singular vision all play a key role. In this episode, I am joined by Alex Elliott, founder of Liquid Personnel, to uncover the key principles that drive high-performing recruitment teams. From hiring standards and team dynamic…

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105. Getting Uncomfortable in Your Poems w/ MA|DE (Mark Laliberte and Jade Wallace) 59:24

2M ago59:24

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MA|DE (Mark Laliberte & Jade Wallace) pop by to talk about their debut collaborative full-length poetry collection, ZZOO. Andrew tries to wrap their head around writing with another person. It's a fun one! -- Subscribe to get Andrew's 3rd chapbook, Buoyhood, at this link and come to the launch alongside chapbooks from Marc Perez and Kevin Spenst! A…

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104. Is Your Book Too Long? (w/ Annick MacAskill) 58:57

3M ago58:57

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Annick MacAskill is back to talk compiling her latest collection, Votive (Gaspereau Press). Andrew asks about book length and queer poems. It's a good one! -- Annick MacAskill is the author of four full-length books of poetry, including Shadow Blight (Gaspereau Press, 2022), which won the Governor General's Award. Her most recent collection is Voti…

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103. "Best Canadian Poetry 2025" w/ ed. Aislinn Hunter & 4 Included Poets 52:13

4M ago52:13

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Aislinn Hunter joins Andrew to talk about editing Best Canadian Poetry 2025. Four featured poets read their poems from the anthology. Andrew asks about the monumental task of editing BCP25 and poetry more generally. It’s a fun one! -- Aislinn Hunter is an award-winning novelist and poet and the author of eight highly acclaimed books including the n…

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102. When is a Poem Finished? w/ Rob Madden 53:20

5M ago53:20

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Rob Madden joins Andrew to discuss grief and masculinity, writing alongside photography, and his chapbook second hand smoke (Pinhole Poetry, 2024). It’s a rich discussion! -- Rob Madden is a writer living on the traditional and unceded territories of the Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh nations in the City of North Vancouver, BC. His chapbook second han…

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Marketing and Mindset for Entrepreneurs with Fiona Macaskill 31:34

5M ago31:34

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What does it take to build a successful and fulfilling business in the competitive aesthetics industry? In this episode of Conversations and Aesthetics, I sit down with Fiona Macaskill, a seasoned business coach specialising in the aesthetics sector, to explore her journey from television to upholstery and eventually to coaching in the beauty indus…

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101. Bird Books and Building a Collection w/ Anita Lahey (LIVE!) 46:07

5M ago46:07

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Anita Lahey drops by to record an episode, live at the Fraser Valley Writer’s Festival! Andrew asks about birds, finding anthology editors, and Anita’s latest poetry collection, While Supplies Last. It's a fun lil’ convo! -- Anita Lahey’s latest poetry collection, While Supplies Last, was published by Véhicule Press in 2023. She’s also co-author, w…

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Education in Aesthetic Medicine with Dr. Tristan Mehta 40:38

6M ago40:38

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How do you navigate the often-overwhelming landscape of aesthetic education and choose the right path for your career? In this episode of Conversations and Aesthetics, Lorna sitsdown with Dr. Tristan Mehta, founder and CEO of Harley Academy, to discuss the crucial role education plays in shaping the future of aesthetic medicine. Tristan shares his …

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The Surgical Pivot with Dr. Ash Soni 26:28

6M ago26:28

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What drives a top surgeon to trade the high-paced American medical world for a fresh start in the UK? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ash Soni, a dual-trained aesthetic doctor and plastic surgeon, who takes us behind the scenes of his incredible journey from Imperial College London to elite US institutions like Cornell and Johns Hopkins. Dr. …

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100. A Poetry Celebration! w/ Estlin McPhee, Kyle McKillop, Jane Shi, and Rob Taylor 1:08:36

6M ago1:08:36

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The 100th episode(!) of Page Fright, in which Andrew hosts a live reading featuring four poets (Estlin McPhee, Kyle McKillop, Jane Shi, and Rob Taylor) at Massy Arts Society to celebrate 5 years and 100 episodes of poetry interviews! The poets share their writing with the audience, and Andrew gets overwhelmed! -- Estlin McPhee is a writer and libra…

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99. Poetry as Utopia w/ Lauren Peat 50:31

6M ago50:31

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Lauren Peat comes onto the show to talk about her first poetry chapbook, Future Tense. Andrew asks about ending poems with questions. It's a curious chat! -- DETAILS: Lauren's Vancouver chapbook launch, hosted by Andrew! --Lauren Peat is a writer, translator, and teacher. Her poems and translations have appeared in journals such as Arc Poetry Magaz…

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98. A Decade of Chapbooks w/ Jim Johnstone 1:02:05

7M ago1:02:05

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Jim Johnstone joins the show to discuss his new poetry anthology celebrating 10 years of Anstruther Press, The Anstruther Reader. Andrew asks about chapbooks, full-lengths, and turning off "editor brain." It's an informative chat! -- REGISTER: PAGE FRIGHT LIVE! AT THE FRASER VALLEY WRITER'S FESTIVAL --Jim Johnstone is a Toronto-based poet, editor, …

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97. Cosmic Love Poems w/ Manahil Bandukwala 49:12

7M ago49:12

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Manahil Bandukwala pops into the Zoom studio to talk about her second poetry collection, Heliotropia. Andrew admits to never seeing Star Trek and plans to jump in midway through, just to understand a poem. It's an episode blooming with great poems! -- Manahil Bandukwala is a writer and visual artist based in Ottawa and Mississauga, Ontario. She is …

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96. Having Fun in Your Poems w/ Natasha Ramoutar 59:25

8M ago59:25

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Natasha Ramoutar is back to talk about her new poetry collection, Baby Cerberus. Andrew emphasizes the fun they've had writing lately. It's truly a fun one! -- Natasha Ramoutar is a writer of Indo-Guyanese descent from Toronto. Her debut collection of poetry, Bittersweet, published in 2020 by Mawenzi House, was shortlisted for the Gerald Lampert Me…

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95. Queer Longing w/ Amanda Merpaw 53:42

9M ago53:42

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Amanda Merpaw drops in to talk about her debut poetry collection, Most of All the Wanting. Andrew asks about poetry as a queer art form. It's a great time! -- Attend Page Fright: A Poetry Reading & Celebration (Sept 20 6-8pm at Massy Arts Society in Vancouver) --Amanda Merpaw (she/her) is a writer, editor, and translator. She is the author of the c…

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Board Readiness and Strategic Leadership with Don Haut 48:30

9M ago48:30

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Series #2, Episode #2 Summary: In this episode of the Exceptional Leaders podcast, host Andrew MacAskill interviews Don Haut, an experienced executive and board member in the life sciences industry. Don shares his career journey, starting as a scientist before moving into business roles across various sectors, including biotech, medical devices, an…

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94. Movement Poems w/ Hannah Siden 49:57

9M ago49:57

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Hannah Siden zooms in to discuss writing tips and movement poetry! Andrew talks about moving from the journal to a computer and back again. It's a fun chat! -- Hannah Siden is a writer and filmmaker living on the unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations (Vancouver, BC). Her poetry has been published in PRISM Interna…

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Board Readiness and Leadership Transformation with Sarena Lin 46:08

9M ago46:08

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Series #2, Episode #1 In this episode of the Exceptional Leaders podcast, host Andrew MacAskill interviews Sarena Lin, an experienced board member with a rich consulting and life sciences background. Sarena shares her journey from McKinsey to serving on various boards, including Siemens Healthineers. She provides valuable insights on board readines…

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93. Finding Hope in What's Heavy w/ Patrick Connors 39:39

9M ago39:39

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Patrick Connors joins the podcast to talk about his second poetry collection, The Long Defeat. Andrew asks about keeping things light. It's a wide-ranging discussion! -- Patrick Connors' first chapbook, Scarborough Songs, was released by Lyricalmyrical Press in 2013, and charted on the Toronto Poetry Map. Other publication credits include: The Toro…

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Dr Gabriella Birley, Co-founder of The Doctor Clinic on How to Open an Aesthetic Clinic 11:44

9M ago11:44

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Can personal hardships shape the future of aesthetic medicine? Dr. Gabriella Burley, an NHS doctor and co-founder of the Doctor Clinic, turned her challenges into a thriving, patient-centric aesthetic practice. From overcoming a burns accident to creating a holistic clinic that addresses aesthetic concerns and medical conditions like PCOS, Gabriell…

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92. Starting with an Ending w/ Matthew Walsh 46:07

10M ago46:07

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Matthew Walsh comes back on the podcast with a new book: Terrarium. Andrew re-learns how to start writing poems. It's a good one! -- Matthew Walsh grew up in Nova Scotia and now lives in Toronto. Their poems have appeared in Joyland, the Capra Review, the Antigonish Review, the Malahat Review, and Geist; in a chapbook entitled ICQ; and in their cel…

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Trust and adaptability in global leadership with Davide Pagliaro 43:32

10M ago43:32

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In this episode of the Talent Lab Podcast, host Andrew MacAskill interviews Davide Pagliaro, Vice President and General Manager of EMEA at Xylox Tonbridge. Davide discusses his extensive career in the medical device sector, emphasising the importance of human interactions with healthcare professionals. He shares insights on building trust and effec…

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91. Writing in New Directions w/ Kevin Spenst 57:04

10M ago57:04

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Kevin Spenst is back to talk about his latest poetry collection, A Bouquet Brought Back from Space. Andrew celebrates 5 years of Page Fright. Everyone's thinking about words! -- Kevin Spenst is the author of sixteen chapbooks and three full-length books of poetry plus his newest collection A Bouquet Brought Back from Space (Anvil Press, 2024). He i…

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Navigating Biotech Leadership and Innovation with Ian Metcalfe 39:32

10M ago39:32

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In this episode of the Talent Lab Podcast, host Andrew MacAskill interviews Ian Metcalfe, co-founder and CEO of Wellscience. Ian shares his diverse career journey from genetic engineering to biotech startups, highlighting the importance of networking and seizing opportunities. He discusses the challenges and strategies in biotech fundraising and in…

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Personal Development and Leadership in Life Sciences Transformation with Steve C de Baca 41:55

11M ago41:55

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In this episode of the Talent Lab Podcast, host Andrew MacAskill interviews Steve C de Baca, Chief Patient Safety and Quality Officer at Philips. Steve shares his journey from aerospace to life sciences and the importance of transformation in healthcare organisations. He explains effective leadership using the Sherpa analogy and strategies for crea…

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90. Writing With & Considering Form w/ Rob Taylor 52:28

11M ago52:28

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Rob Taylor is back to talk about his new book, Weather. Rob Taylor is the author of five collections of poetry, including Strangers and The News, which was a finalist for the Dorothy Livesay Poetry Prize. He is also the editor of What the Poets Are Doing: Canadian Poets in Conversation and Best Canadian Poetry 2019. He lives with his family in Port…

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Ep 94: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: A Journey of Self-Reflection with Sarah Farmer 1:06:09

11M ago1:06:09

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Do you suffer from imposter syndrome? That feeling that you are not good enough. To overcome it requires self-reflection and self-acceptance. But it is possible, especially with the help of my guest in this episode, Sarah Farmer. Sarah helps those with reduced self-confidence and self-belief stop sabotaging their success and unleashing their potent…

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Ep 93: Live life full of unapologetic fun with Amy Polly 1:02:35

11M ago1:02:35

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How well do you really know yourself? Taking time to understand who you are, without listening to other people’s bullshit ideas of what you should be is the most powerful thing you can do. That is exactly what my guest, Amy Polly, has done to live her life by her rules. Amy is a Chief Mindfulness Rebel, TEDx Speaker and ADHD Advocate. We delve into…

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Ep 92: Building Successful Recruitment Businesses with Chris O’Connell 57:12

12M ago57:12

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This episode is my guest appearance on the Across The Table Podcast with Target Recruit. Chris (Base Mindset) is an ex-global top biller at SThree and a £25M Recruitment business owner turned purpose-driven NED and coach. He believes that almost all business problems are people problems. Because people without a purpose have no centralised reason d…

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89. Grief and Strangers w/ Rhea Tregebov 54:11

12M ago54:11

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-- Rhea Tregebov is the acclaimed author of eight collections of poetry. Her most recent, Talking to Strangers, was published by Signal Editions/Véhicule Press in April 2024. She has also published two award-winning novels, Rue des Rosiers (2019) and The Knife Sharpener’s Bell (2009). Tregebov served as Chair of the Writers’ Union of Canada from 20…

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Ep 91: Life is about excitement, achievement and growth with Lewis Ellis 1:08:03

12M ago1:08:03

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What is your biggest fear in life? For my guest in this episode, Lewis Ellis, it’s not achieving or even trying. This ethos has led Lewis to do great things but to also find himself in troubled waters. From creating successful marketing startups, synonymous with guerilla tactics, to washing up in a war zone as a holiday rep. Lewis shares his fears …

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Ep 90: You have the power to do anything you want in life with Ani Filipova 58:09

12M ago58:09

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You are more powerful than you think. With the right attitude and mindset, you can achieve anything in life. This is the belief of my guest in this episode, Ani Filipova. Ani grew up with humble beginnings in Bulgaria, a socialist country, where she was always told “be quiet” and “don’t speak up”. But she knew she wanted more out of life, and she h…

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Ep 89: Hot tubs and rainbows: A life with ADHD with Thomas Woodhams 1:03:25

1y ago1:03:25

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What is life like with ADHD? It is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders and many will judge those who have it before they get to know them, or even understand what it means to have ADHD. In this episode I am joined by Thomas Woodhams, who, as well as having ADHD supports others with the condition through his content on LinkedIn. Thom…

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Ep 88: Growing up in a dictatorship with Zsike Peter 1:09:50

1y ago1:09:50

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Imagine your mother leaves a note to say she is going for jam but doesn’t return for 6 months. This was what happened to my guest Zsike Peter. Zsike had the hardest of childhoods. Born in Transylvania under the Romanian dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu. After the separation of her parents her stepmother performed cruel acts on her and her sisters that le…

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Insights on Ultrasound in Aesthetic Medicine from Dr. MJ Rowland-Warmann 23:58

1y ago23:58

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Have you ever wondered about the unseen power of ultrasound in aesthetic medicine? In this episode, we are guided by the expertise of our guest, Dr. MJ Rowland-Warman. As the co-founder of Smileworks Liverpool and holder of two master's degrees, Dr. MJ has a wealth of knowledge to share from her extensive experience in non-surgical aesthetics. We t…

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Ep 87: Love more and care less with Seth Prezant 1:15:07

1y ago1:15:07

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Is being vulnerable a strength? For many showing vulnerability is not something they are willing to do. They see it as a form of weakness. It isn’t, it’s what the world needs more of. In this episode I am joined by Seth Prezant, who I first met climbing Kilimanjaro. Seth isn’t afraid of vulnerability and shares in depth about his relationships, inc…

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88. Trying to Get Funnier w/ Matt Rader 50:41

1y ago50:41

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Matt Rader returns to talk about his second poetry collection, Fine. Andrew wonders about the beauty in the struggle. Everybody leaves a bit lighter! -- Details on Matt's Vancouver launch here. Details on the Dead Poets Reading Series event here. -- Matt Rader is an award-winning author of six volumes of poetry, a collection of stories and a book o…

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Ep 86: I rebuilt my 7-figure life in 2 years after losing everything with Meena Adnani 1:02:07

1y ago1:02:07

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You have the power to create your own story. No matter what anyone else says or believes, you can achieve the life you want. My guest in this episode, Meena Adnani, grew up in Indonesia and always knew she needed to break from the traditional role women played in her life experience. Little did she know that this journey would take her to professio…

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The Truth Behind Cosmeceuticals & Effective Skin Health Practices with Andrew Hansford 25:00

1y ago25:00

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Andrew Hansford from ACH Aesthetics joins us as we unravel the confusing jargon of "cosmeceuticals" and explain the importance of SPF as a staple in your daily regimen. In a world where "clinically proven" is thrown around like confetti, we look closer at what that means for your skincare choices. We explore the rigorous science behind serums and c…

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Ep 85: You have to look after number 1 with Nat Berman 54:33

1y ago54:33

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Nothing works unless you do. Your family, your relationships, your business. That’s why you need to look after yourself first to be able to best serve those around you. In this episode I am joined by Nat Berman, who has lived by this rule in all areas of his life. He shares his views on the LinkedIn landscape after having built a successful persona…

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87. Elegies & Editing Tips w/ Kayla Czaga 47:45

1y ago47:45

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Kayla Czaga drops in to discuss her third full-length poetry collection, Midway. Andrew asks about elegies and editing together a manuscript. It's a fascinating chat! -- Kayla Czaga is the author of two previous poetry collections: For Your Safety Please Hold On (Nightwood Editions, 2014) and Dunk Tank (House of Anansi, 2019). Her work has been sho…

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Ep 84: Paving the way for women in construction with Kelly Cartwright 55:40

1y ago55:40

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Construction is a man’s game, right?.....Wrong There are still industries that have preconceptions about whether men or women are best suited to work in them. And construction is one of them. But it doesn’t have to be this way. My guest in this episode is Kelly Cartwright, the company owner of Core Recruiter, showing the world that women can not on…

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Unlocking the Secrets of Thriving in the Aesthetics Industry with Shannon Kilgariff 24:20

1y ago24:20

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Shannon Kilgariff, the Editor and Event Manager at Aesthetics, joins us for our first episode of Conversations in Aesthetics, where we explore the heart of medical aesthetics, emphasising the irreplaceable role of education, networking, and staying updated about the latest innovations. Shannon shares her invaluable insights into the shift happening…

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Ep 83: Sexual assault changed the course of my life with Rob Sharp 1:07:03

1y ago1:07:03

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One life event can change everything for better or worse. It took my guest, Rob Sharp, 18 years to begin to face being sexually assaulted. In that time he turned to drugs, which took over his life. The relationships with his family broke down and have never recovered. This is a story of pain but also of owning your life choices and facing your past…

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