the Social Ramp Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:18:10 -0400 http://thesocialramp.com en-us © 2026 the Social Ramp yes abb0debf-42a4-5409-b835-1f2a161185ef James Faulkner episodic true Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Culture, Music, Branding, Marketing, Interviews James Faulkner https://storage.buzzsprout.com/9xqdye8tbkj15zzno3i0vqojsc89?.jpg the Social Ramp http://thesocialramp.com Mayor Ken Sim - Saving Vancouver's Heart Mayor Ken Sim - Saving Vancouver's Heart James speaks to Ken Sim, the current mayor of Vancouver about what it’s like to be in his position and what he can do within his council. The topic of the downtown East Side DTRS was discussed in terms of what the city can do and what they can’t do. It was a pleasure to sit down with Ken and go through his ideas and care about this issue that is something that Vancouver has to help fix and repair.

https://x.com/KenSimCity
https://x.com/thesocialramp

]]> James speaks to Ken Sim, the current mayor of Vancouver about what it’s like to be in his position and what he can do within his council. The topic of the downtown East Side DTRS was discussed in terms of what the city can do and what they can’t do. It was a pleasure to sit down with Ken and go through his ideas and care about this issue that is something that Vancouver has to help fix and repair.

https://x.com/KenSimCity
https://x.com/thesocialramp

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-16842784 Tue, 25 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0700 3253 Ken Sim 1 38 full true Melissa DeGenova - Revitalizing Yaletown with Conservatism Melissa DeGenova - Revitalizing Yaletown with Conservatism Today on the podcast, we talked to Melissa and DeGenova,

She is an experienced Vancouver political figure who has been on Vancouver city Council for the MPA and also a member of the parks board. She comes from a third generation, Italian family in Vancouver and is now running for the new riding of Yaletown for the conservative government under John Rustad.

We talked about bylaws, the safety on the streets, open drug use, and the policies from the NDP that have got us to where we are today.

Here is her bio on the website for the conservative party. Don’t forget to vote.

https://www.conservativebc.ca/degenova

]]> Today on the podcast, we talked to Melissa and DeGenova,

She is an experienced Vancouver political figure who has been on Vancouver city Council for the MPA and also a member of the parks board. She comes from a third generation, Italian family in Vancouver and is now running for the new riding of Yaletown for the conservative government under John Rustad.

We talked about bylaws, the safety on the streets, open drug use, and the policies from the NDP that have got us to where we are today.

Here is her bio on the website for the conservative party. Don’t forget to vote.

https://www.conservativebc.ca/degenova

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-15699366 Wed, 04 Sep 2024 20:00:00 -0700 6782 Vancouver Politics, BC Conservatives, Yaletown, Drug Crisis 1 37 full true Saving Our Beautiful Children - "Billboard Chris" Elston Saving Our Beautiful Children - "Billboard Chris" Elston On this podcast I interviewed a person who some would consider to be a polarizing figure. I found out about him on the Megyn Kelly show as his videos get millions of views, and he is the most outspoken person in the world on this topic. So much so that the Australian government has threatened Elon musk, and X to remove his posts. This is a very contentious topic where there is a lot of confusion. We are definitely living in a time where people’s search for meaning has taken us to question things that defy comprehension. Upon listening to this, I think we all need to take a moment and reflect on the fact that this is just a human being, standing up for the welfare of other human beings more importantly, our children.

During the interview, I really struggled with a lot of the topics that we discussed; but as we are living in strange times, I hope that this interview brings people together and helps foster calm, peaceful conversation to make sure that we’re looking out for the best of everyone’s lives. You may have your own opinions, however after listening to this, like me,  you will conclude this person is a good man who only means well. 

Twitter - @billboardchris
Megyn Kelly - https://youtu.be/n3PK340E7N0?si=wKHiuxW4OagN7SJb

]]> On this podcast I interviewed a person who some would consider to be a polarizing figure. I found out about him on the Megyn Kelly show as his videos get millions of views, and he is the most outspoken person in the world on this topic. So much so that the Australian government has threatened Elon musk, and X to remove his posts. This is a very contentious topic where there is a lot of confusion. We are definitely living in a time where people’s search for meaning has taken us to question things that defy comprehension. Upon listening to this, I think we all need to take a moment and reflect on the fact that this is just a human being, standing up for the welfare of other human beings more importantly, our children.

During the interview, I really struggled with a lot of the topics that we discussed; but as we are living in strange times, I hope that this interview brings people together and helps foster calm, peaceful conversation to make sure that we’re looking out for the best of everyone’s lives. You may have your own opinions, however after listening to this, like me,  you will conclude this person is a good man who only means well. 

Twitter - @billboardchris
Megyn Kelly - https://youtu.be/n3PK340E7N0?si=wKHiuxW4OagN7SJb

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-15015049 Sun, 05 May 2024 21:00:00 -0700 5148 1 36 full true Kat Kanada - Social Commentator on X with a Big Voice Kat Kanada - Social Commentator on X with a Big Voice Yes… I took a big Hiatus. Thank you for listening

I came across Kat Kanada while on X with her 100,000 plus followers,  and noticed a lot of the posts she was commenting on. She is an active social commentary personality who came from Russia and has a pretty stern head on her shoulders. So, I reached out she was in Vancouver at the time and she popped into the studio and we talked about here background, why she is doing what she is doing. 

We also discussed these clips.:

Intergenerational Fairness

https://www.youtube.com/live/u-aR8HlcWrU?si=Ai6Z2wlgdke8OV20

Resiliency

https://youtu.be/uMajFsCkzxY?si=L42OeSzy5yyr3I56&t=451

University President Hypocrisy

https://youtu.be/1jBHvx7POz8?si=6muD1XtHJBcMmIv2

Danielle Smith

https://youtube.com/shorts/1vjZkyd7LVw?si=1SvrF4hLnZPvMrxs

Now, most of these things are just common sense, but I can’t believe how politicized most things have become, she has pretty strong opinions and the conversation was interesting.

Her X is https://twitter.com/KatKanada_TM

]]> Yes… I took a big Hiatus. Thank you for listening

I came across Kat Kanada while on X with her 100,000 plus followers,  and noticed a lot of the posts she was commenting on. She is an active social commentary personality who came from Russia and has a pretty stern head on her shoulders. So, I reached out she was in Vancouver at the time and she popped into the studio and we talked about here background, why she is doing what she is doing. 

We also discussed these clips.:

Intergenerational Fairness

https://www.youtube.com/live/u-aR8HlcWrU?si=Ai6Z2wlgdke8OV20

Resiliency

https://youtu.be/uMajFsCkzxY?si=L42OeSzy5yyr3I56&t=451

University President Hypocrisy

https://youtu.be/1jBHvx7POz8?si=6muD1XtHJBcMmIv2

Danielle Smith

https://youtube.com/shorts/1vjZkyd7LVw?si=1SvrF4hLnZPvMrxs

Now, most of these things are just common sense, but I can’t believe how politicized most things have become, she has pretty strong opinions and the conversation was interesting.

Her X is https://twitter.com/KatKanada_TM

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-14910678 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:00:00 -0700 5145 1 35 full true Deputy Chief Constable Howard Chow VPD - The Challenges of Policing in Vancouver Deputy Chief Constable Howard Chow VPD - The Challenges of Policing in Vancouver On this podcast I chatted with Deputy Chief Constable Howard Chow from the Vancouver Police Department. We chatted about the changes in Vancouver since he started his career here and where this is all going. In 2014 he worked in District 2 which includes the Downtown Eastside, where he has seen so much dysfunction it is very difficult to see any end in sight. 

I asked him about all things "Police" in regards to how the public interacts and some personal questions as well. He was so gracious with his time and gave me the opportunity to ask anything I wanted. He really is one of Vancouver‘s treasures. I hope you enjoy this just as much as I did making it.

His bio link is here - https://vpd.ca/about-the-vpd/executive-team/

]]> On this podcast I chatted with Deputy Chief Constable Howard Chow from the Vancouver Police Department. We chatted about the changes in Vancouver since he started his career here and where this is all going. In 2014 he worked in District 2 which includes the Downtown Eastside, where he has seen so much dysfunction it is very difficult to see any end in sight. 

I asked him about all things "Police" in regards to how the public interacts and some personal questions as well. He was so gracious with his time and gave me the opportunity to ask anything I wanted. He really is one of Vancouver‘s treasures. I hope you enjoy this just as much as I did making it.

His bio link is here - https://vpd.ca/about-the-vpd/executive-team/

]]> James Faulkner, Deputy Chief Constable Howard Chow Buzzsprout-11390863 Mon, 26 Sep 2022 20:00:00 -0700 5300 #Vancouverpolice, #vanpoli, #policeinterview, #canada, #vpd 1 34 full false Colleen Hardwick - Her Quest to Bring Back Sanity to City Hall as Mayor Colleen Hardwick - Her Quest to Bring Back Sanity to City Hall as Mayor On this podcast I spoke with Mayoral Candidate Colleen Hardwick. Her Party TEAM is looking to grab a majority at city hall in this upcoming election on October 15th 2022. She is clearly experienced in every aspect and detail of any topic you discuss with her. She really cares about the city and what is going on here and really wants to make an impact. She has spent the last number of years as a Councillor in City Hall and has had to endure the tenure with the current mayor and watch the city slowly rip apart at the seams.

We discussed the following topics:

Vancouver livability
The DTES problem
Housing affordability
The structure of City Hall
Vancouver tourism

https://www.voteteam.ca/
She can be found on Twitter @CllrHardwick

]]> On this podcast I spoke with Mayoral Candidate Colleen Hardwick. Her Party TEAM is looking to grab a majority at city hall in this upcoming election on October 15th 2022. She is clearly experienced in every aspect and detail of any topic you discuss with her. She really cares about the city and what is going on here and really wants to make an impact. She has spent the last number of years as a Councillor in City Hall and has had to endure the tenure with the current mayor and watch the city slowly rip apart at the seams.

We discussed the following topics:

Vancouver livability
The DTES problem
Housing affordability
The structure of City Hall
Vancouver tourism

https://www.voteteam.ca/
She can be found on Twitter @CllrHardwick

]]> James Faulkner, Colleen Hardwick Buzzsprout-11315886 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 20:00:00 -0700 3768 #vanpoli, #vancouver, #election 1 33 full false Jonathon Narvey - The PR Man in Vancouver Jonathon Narvey - The PR Man in Vancouver On this episode of Jonathon and I talked about PR and how it works. He shared his story of how he got to Vancouver and what he does  now at Mid Meld PR. Then we got into what we both think about our shared experience of living in Vancouver. We agreed on many things like the dysfunction of City Hall, the people living on the street with mental health, the acceptance of drug use everywhere and how our society has a general absence of a social framework we can all adhere to. Jonathon is a very bright guy with a very dry sense of humour, I really enjoyed talking to him and hope to do it again as we progress through these podcast episodes.

https://www.mindmeldpr.com/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/jnarvey

]]> On this episode of Jonathon and I talked about PR and how it works. He shared his story of how he got to Vancouver and what he does  now at Mid Meld PR. Then we got into what we both think about our shared experience of living in Vancouver. We agreed on many things like the dysfunction of City Hall, the people living on the street with mental health, the acceptance of drug use everywhere and how our society has a general absence of a social framework we can all adhere to. Jonathon is a very bright guy with a very dry sense of humour, I really enjoyed talking to him and hope to do it again as we progress through these podcast episodes.

https://www.mindmeldpr.com/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/jnarvey

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-11295311 Sat, 10 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0700 5916 1 32 full true John Clerides - Is City Hall's Incompetence Inhumane? John Clerides - Is City Hall's Incompetence Inhumane? On this episode had a discussion with John Clerides about the state of downtown Vancouver in regards to the open drug scene / homelessness situation that has become a lawless free-for-all for criminal activity, dysfunction, and a direct threat to public safety.

We talked about different models in the world who have a dress the same issue and what we can learn from them and how we got to this point. As you listen through this episode you’ll soon discover that the current approach to this problem is simply inhumane and must be recalibrated.

John is very active on Twitter so if you have any questions for him you can comment on a post or ask for a direct message (DM).

Twitter - https://twitter.com/jclerides

]]> On this episode had a discussion with John Clerides about the state of downtown Vancouver in regards to the open drug scene / homelessness situation that has become a lawless free-for-all for criminal activity, dysfunction, and a direct threat to public safety.

We talked about different models in the world who have a dress the same issue and what we can learn from them and how we got to this point. As you listen through this episode you’ll soon discover that the current approach to this problem is simply inhumane and must be recalibrated.

John is very active on Twitter so if you have any questions for him you can comment on a post or ask for a direct message (DM).

Twitter - https://twitter.com/jclerides

]]> James Faulkner John Clarides Buzzsprout-10197154 Sun, 06 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0800 4556 vancouver homelessness open drug scene 1 31 full true John Coupar - His Vision as the Next Mayor of Vancouver John Coupar - His Vision as the Next Mayor of Vancouver Today on the podcast I chatted with John Coupar about his platform  he is running on to become Mayor of Vancouver in the next civic election in October 2022. We talked about the safety of our streets, homelessness and drug addiction situation, housing affordability and woke culture. We also we learned a little bit about him growing up in Vancouver, his past and what he plans to do in the future.

He is running under the party known as NPA which has had a long-standing of Mayors and Council Members in the past.

John can be found on Twitter
https://twitter.com/johncoupar

And his website
https://www.npavancouver.ca

]]> Today on the podcast I chatted with John Coupar about his platform  he is running on to become Mayor of Vancouver in the next civic election in October 2022. We talked about the safety of our streets, homelessness and drug addiction situation, housing affordability and woke culture. We also we learned a little bit about him growing up in Vancouver, his past and what he plans to do in the future.

He is running under the party known as NPA which has had a long-standing of Mayors and Council Members in the past.

John can be found on Twitter
https://twitter.com/johncoupar

And his website
https://www.npavancouver.ca

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-10148020 Sat, 26 Feb 2022 11:00:00 -0800 6276 1 30 full true Ken Sim - His Path to Mayor of Vancouver Ken Sim - His Path to Mayor of Vancouver Today on the Podcast I chatted with Ken Sim the Mayoral candidate representing the ABC PARTY (A Better City) for the 2022 race. 

We got to know Kens background being born and raised in the city, why he wants to become mayor, and  what he plans to do once he does get into the Mayors seat. 

He also talked about what is meaningful to him and what issues he thinks will be important to the base in Vancouver during this election cycle.

Ken can be found on Twitter
https://twitter.com/kensimcity

And his website
https://www.kensim.ca/

And the ABC Party website
https://abettercity.ca/

]]> Today on the Podcast I chatted with Ken Sim the Mayoral candidate representing the ABC PARTY (A Better City) for the 2022 race. 

We got to know Kens background being born and raised in the city, why he wants to become mayor, and  what he plans to do once he does get into the Mayors seat. 

He also talked about what is meaningful to him and what issues he thinks will be important to the base in Vancouver during this election cycle.

Ken can be found on Twitter
https://twitter.com/kensimcity

And his website
https://www.kensim.ca/

And the ABC Party website
https://abettercity.ca/

]]> James Faulkner - Ken Sim Buzzsprout-9891841 Sat, 15 Jan 2022 13:00:00 -0800 6832 #vancouver, #kensimcity, #politics 1 29 full true Dallas Brodie - Cancel Culture Dallas Brodie - Cancel Culture Today on a podcast I am doing the beginning of a five part series joined by Dallas Brodie who is, as you know one of my favourite lawyers and a super smart cookie. The first of these five episodes is focused on cancel culture, its effects, and just how destructive it is to society in general. We talked about systemic problems, current issues here in Canada, and also what the overall effect of all this is. So if you’d like to be entertained and someone informed at least we think then give it a listen!

]]> Today on a podcast I am doing the beginning of a five part series joined by Dallas Brodie who is, as you know one of my favourite lawyers and a super smart cookie. The first of these five episodes is focused on cancel culture, its effects, and just how destructive it is to society in general. We talked about systemic problems, current issues here in Canada, and also what the overall effect of all this is. So if you’d like to be entertained and someone informed at least we think then give it a listen!

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-8914114 Fri, 23 Jul 2021 19:00:00 -0700 7272 1 28 full true Leanne Pedersen - Anti-Asian Hate Epidemic Leanne Pedersen - Anti-Asian Hate Epidemic On todays podcast I spoke with Leanne Pederson/Chan who discussed the issue of the anti-asian hate epidemic that is plaguing North America, and more locally, Vancouver. We chatted about cultural history, the diverse set of countries that encompass the term asian, and the difference between them. We got into social behavioural dynamics and how simply understanding each other can break down barriers. It is important to note that this ignorance and hate must be understood and eliminated by all as a collective to ensure that Canada is a place of peace and friendliness.

]]> On todays podcast I spoke with Leanne Pederson/Chan who discussed the issue of the anti-asian hate epidemic that is plaguing North America, and more locally, Vancouver. We chatted about cultural history, the diverse set of countries that encompass the term asian, and the difference between them. We got into social behavioural dynamics and how simply understanding each other can break down barriers. It is important to note that this ignorance and hate must be understood and eliminated by all as a collective to ensure that Canada is a place of peace and friendliness.

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-8878879 Sat, 17 Jul 2021 11:00:00 -0700 4594 1 27 full true Dallas and Alan - Mayor Madness! Is Vancouver Fk'd? Dallas and Alan - Mayor Madness! Is Vancouver Fk'd? James Faulkner Buzzsprout-8546371 Tue, 18 May 2021 19:00:00 -0700 6493 1 26 full true Frankie AKA Natalie Sharp - From Actor to Popstar Frankie AKA Natalie Sharp - From Actor to Popstar On the Podcast, I had the pleasure to chat with Frankie Sharp, the new actor singer songwriter who has just released her first single. We chatted about her upbringing and the path as an actor from LA to Vancouver. She has been on recurring roles on The Flash, 90210 Reboot, Supernatural, and Hit the Road with Jason Alexander. Later in the podcast we were joined by local musician Colin Holyk of the band H-O-T-E-L where we chatted about Frankie's sense of music, the process of songwriting, and the live music scene. This was a really great time.

You can see Frankie's video here on youtube.
https://youtu.be/z_dfDmtFvYU

And listen to her song on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/track/0wXeY0uKRLxrBAxnNlQ69x?si=yaNenLxqQPGMRE_fh9ybNA

]]> On the Podcast, I had the pleasure to chat with Frankie Sharp, the new actor singer songwriter who has just released her first single. We chatted about her upbringing and the path as an actor from LA to Vancouver. She has been on recurring roles on The Flash, 90210 Reboot, Supernatural, and Hit the Road with Jason Alexander. Later in the podcast we were joined by local musician Colin Holyk of the band H-O-T-E-L where we chatted about Frankie's sense of music, the process of songwriting, and the live music scene. This was a really great time.

You can see Frankie's video here on youtube.
https://youtu.be/z_dfDmtFvYU

And listen to her song on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/track/0wXeY0uKRLxrBAxnNlQ69x?si=yaNenLxqQPGMRE_fh9ybNA

]]> James Faulkner, Natalie Sharp Buzzsprout-8011390 Mon, 22 Feb 2021 20:00:00 -0800 6060 Natalie Sharp, Frankie Sharp 1 25 full true Agnes Urasaki - The Mother on a Mission Agnes Urasaki - The Mother on a Mission On the podcast I chatted with Agnes about the story of how she recovered her daughter from the grips of diagnosed autism. It was a crazy and trying time for her family, but she did her research, turned over rock after rock and found a way to bring Kylie back to normal. Her perspective is definitely controversial but nevertheless, she wants to help others who are in the same situation. She now has a successful supplement business and her an Kylie are in good shape.

]]> On the podcast I chatted with Agnes about the story of how she recovered her daughter from the grips of diagnosed autism. It was a crazy and trying time for her family, but she did her research, turned over rock after rock and found a way to bring Kylie back to normal. Her perspective is definitely controversial but nevertheless, she wants to help others who are in the same situation. She now has a successful supplement business and her an Kylie are in good shape.

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-7489894 Mon, 25 Jan 2021 21:00:00 -0800 4780 1 24 full false Justin Ault - Hapa Izakaya, from Tokyo to Vancouver Justin Ault - Hapa Izakaya, from Tokyo to Vancouver On this episode of the podcast I chatted with Justin Ault, the mastermind behind Hapa Izakaya restaurants. At one point he had Six Hapa's going at once from four corporately owned, to two other partnerships across Canada. His story of learning the craft of running an Izakaya is truly  fantastic. The path of his life has been one perfectly aligned stepping stone to another.

https://hapaizakaya.com/

]]> On this episode of the podcast I chatted with Justin Ault, the mastermind behind Hapa Izakaya restaurants. At one point he had Six Hapa's going at once from four corporately owned, to two other partnerships across Canada. His story of learning the craft of running an Izakaya is truly  fantastic. The path of his life has been one perfectly aligned stepping stone to another.

https://hapaizakaya.com/

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-6629662 Mon, 30 Nov 2020 21:00:00 -0800 7085 1 23 full true Save Our City Vancouver - Special Episode - Dallas Brodie Save Our City Vancouver - Special Episode - Dallas Brodie On this SPECIAL EPISODE, Dallas Brodie talks about the drug addiction migration and epidemic that is sweeping through Vancouver. We chatted about the proposed new injection site 200 yards away from a children's park and the proposed conversion of the Jericho Hostel in Point Grey into a homeless shelter. Although there is compassion of the hardship that addiction brings to people, there must be a more effective and measured approach that residents can all agree on and fund.

https://www.saveourcityvancouver.com/

]]> On this SPECIAL EPISODE, Dallas Brodie talks about the drug addiction migration and epidemic that is sweeping through Vancouver. We chatted about the proposed new injection site 200 yards away from a children's park and the proposed conversion of the Jericho Hostel in Point Grey into a homeless shelter. Although there is compassion of the hardship that addiction brings to people, there must be a more effective and measured approach that residents can all agree on and fund.

https://www.saveourcityvancouver.com/

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-5839414 Sun, 11 Oct 2020 08:00:00 -0700 5874 1 22 full true Sam Sullivan - The Future of Vancouver False Creek Sam Sullivan - The Future of Vancouver False Creek On the podcast I spoke with Sam about his re-election for the riding of False Creek Vancouver. He is deeply concerned about the safety of downtown Yaletown, a community and environment not only doe he love, live and work in, he envisioned and helped shape. He is Mr. Yaletown.

]]> On the podcast I spoke with Sam about his re-election for the riding of False Creek Vancouver. He is deeply concerned about the safety of downtown Yaletown, a community and environment not only doe he love, live and work in, he envisioned and helped shape. He is Mr. Yaletown.

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-5836216 Sat, 10 Oct 2020 22:00:00 -0700 3630 1 21 full true Nisha Kharé - From Small Town Girl to the Big Time Nisha Kharé - From Small Town Girl to the Big Time On this podcast I spoke with Nisha Kharé, a very impressive woman who came from the small town of Prince George with her 4.0 GPA to take on the counselling profession in Vancouver. She has a ton of experience in mental health and trauma related stress and dysfunction. Today she works with her husband at the Human Biography and also works with the Stigma Free Society, who advocates for the normalizing of mental health issue within our mindset and culture.

]]> On this podcast I spoke with Nisha Kharé, a very impressive woman who came from the small town of Prince George with her 4.0 GPA to take on the counselling profession in Vancouver. She has a ton of experience in mental health and trauma related stress and dysfunction. Today she works with her husband at the Human Biography and also works with the Stigma Free Society, who advocates for the normalizing of mental health issue within our mindset and culture.

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-5534731 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 07:00:00 -0700 6372 1 21 full true Jigme Love - The Image and Intelligence of the Personal Brand Jigme Love - The Image and Intelligence of the Personal Brand On the podcast I chatted with Jigme Love, who I have to say, is one of the most special characters I have met. We talked about her early days as a writer for the Canadian government and how she made her foray into being a successful entrepreneur. She has been all over the world, from living the high life in the South of France and Monaco, to now living in Venice Beach California. She is now the president of a national beverage company and is living in her Zen state and loving the Cali lifestyle.

]]> On the podcast I chatted with Jigme Love, who I have to say, is one of the most special characters I have met. We talked about her early days as a writer for the Canadian government and how she made her foray into being a successful entrepreneur. She has been all over the world, from living the high life in the South of France and Monaco, to now living in Venice Beach California. She is now the president of a national beverage company and is living in her Zen state and loving the Cali lifestyle.

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-5135539 Mon, 24 Aug 2020 18:00:00 -0700 6202 1 19 full true Dallas Brodie - A Safer Vancouver Dallas Brodie - A Safer Vancouver Today on the podcast I had the pleasure to chat with an impressive woman who has recently been in the news cycles being interviewed about the organization that is taking a stand on the proliferation of people from the downtown east side into the southern end of downtown Vancouver. 

She is one of the outspoken public figures of the Group Safer Vancouver represented on Facebook and safervancouver.org. She is a lawyer from a prominent Vancouver family who went to Princeton and has worked in legal aid for in-prisoned youth to working with the tenancy act in bc. 

Before you listen to this keep in mind we are not experts in many area of discussion but merely, like you concerned citizens having a conversation. So please don’t take snippets of our conversation and take them out of context. Thank you :)

safervancouver.org

]]> Today on the podcast I had the pleasure to chat with an impressive woman who has recently been in the news cycles being interviewed about the organization that is taking a stand on the proliferation of people from the downtown east side into the southern end of downtown Vancouver. 

She is one of the outspoken public figures of the Group Safer Vancouver represented on Facebook and safervancouver.org. She is a lawyer from a prominent Vancouver family who went to Princeton and has worked in legal aid for in-prisoned youth to working with the tenancy act in bc. 

Before you listen to this keep in mind we are not experts in many area of discussion but merely, like you concerned citizens having a conversation. So please don’t take snippets of our conversation and take them out of context. Thank you :)

safervancouver.org

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-5017547 Sun, 16 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -0700 10248 1 18 full true Sharad Kharé - The Million Dollar Storyteller Sharad Kharé - The Million Dollar Storyteller On the podcast I chatted with Sharad Kharé from the film company Human Biography. He is a fascinating guy who is living his dream telling stories about great people and documenting them for those who want a legacy media asset which captures a life in history. He has interviewed some of the most famous people in the world, like Meryl Streep, Susan Sarandon, Helen Mirren, Chip Wilson, the Dalai Lama. I really enjoyed chatting with him and watching his journey to success over the years. His website is https://humanbiography.com

]]> On the podcast I chatted with Sharad Kharé from the film company Human Biography. He is a fascinating guy who is living his dream telling stories about great people and documenting them for those who want a legacy media asset which captures a life in history. He has interviewed some of the most famous people in the world, like Meryl Streep, Susan Sarandon, Helen Mirren, Chip Wilson, the Dalai Lama. I really enjoyed chatting with him and watching his journey to success over the years. His website is https://humanbiography.com

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-4875167 Wed, 05 Aug 2020 22:00:00 -0700 5140 1 17 full true Louise Johnson - From Edinburgh to Egypt and writing about dating in Vancouver Louise Johnson - From Edinburgh to Egypt and writing about dating in Vancouver On the Podcast I chatted with Louise Johnson. Author of the popular blog divorcedanddatingat30.com, her writing style is hilarious and here stories are a must read for the single girls in Vancouver. He new book "Lou Who" is about her opinion and stories about her dating life. We talked about the man and women differences and how she has worked on herself to place of great happiness. She is making things happen from Edinburgh to Canada. 

Website - https://www.louisejohnsonauthor.com/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/louisejohnsonauthor
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_louise_johnson_/

]]> On the Podcast I chatted with Louise Johnson. Author of the popular blog divorcedanddatingat30.com, her writing style is hilarious and here stories are a must read for the single girls in Vancouver. He new book "Lou Who" is about her opinion and stories about her dating life. We talked about the man and women differences and how she has worked on herself to place of great happiness. She is making things happen from Edinburgh to Canada. 

Website - https://www.louisejohnsonauthor.com/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/louisejohnsonauthor
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_louise_johnson_/

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-4566734 Tue, 14 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -0700 5824 1 16 full true Kerry Gold - The Writer & Journalist. Rockstars to Real Estate Kerry Gold - The Writer & Journalist. Rockstars to Real Estate On the podcast, I chatted with Kerry Gold a born and bred Vancouverite, and knows her city well. In a profile of Vancouver, the New York Times once referred to her as the city's "unofficial night owl."

She has written for the Globe and Mail’s real estate section since 2007, covering B.C.’s dynamic and often controversial housing market.

In her 20-year career, she’s interviewed big personalities, such as Lou Reed, Ray Charles and Richard Branson. She’s authored four books, including Michael Bublé’s bestselling memoir Onstage, Offstage.

Kerry got her start at the Vancouver Courier in 1994, where she covered city politics and community news. She joined the Vancouver Sun in 1996, where she spent 11 years as music critic.

She’s also written regular business stories for MSN, and has contributed to Yahoo, Vancouver magazine, BC Business, Best Health, Marketing Magazine, MoneySense, Variety, LA Weekly, and numerous other publications.

She's not quite so proud of the fact that she popularized the word "cougar," to describe women of a certain age. It's earned her a mention in the Merriam-Webster dictionary.

- Bio Ref - Globe and mail - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/authors/kerry-gold/

]]> On the podcast, I chatted with Kerry Gold a born and bred Vancouverite, and knows her city well. In a profile of Vancouver, the New York Times once referred to her as the city's "unofficial night owl."

She has written for the Globe and Mail’s real estate section since 2007, covering B.C.’s dynamic and often controversial housing market.

In her 20-year career, she’s interviewed big personalities, such as Lou Reed, Ray Charles and Richard Branson. She’s authored four books, including Michael Bublé’s bestselling memoir Onstage, Offstage.

Kerry got her start at the Vancouver Courier in 1994, where she covered city politics and community news. She joined the Vancouver Sun in 1996, where she spent 11 years as music critic.

She’s also written regular business stories for MSN, and has contributed to Yahoo, Vancouver magazine, BC Business, Best Health, Marketing Magazine, MoneySense, Variety, LA Weekly, and numerous other publications.

She's not quite so proud of the fact that she popularized the word "cougar," to describe women of a certain age. It's earned her a mention in the Merriam-Webster dictionary.

- Bio Ref - Globe and mail - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/authors/kerry-gold/

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-4442429 Sun, 05 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0700 6236 1 15 full true Herschel Miedzygorski - The Mayor of the Sea-to-Sky Diner Herschel Miedzygorski - The Mayor of the Sea-to-Sky Diner On the podcast, I chatted with Herschel Miedzygorski a legend in Vancouver who knows everyone, thanks to his big personality and his love for food and the food experience. He was the man behind The Southside Deli in Whistler and Harrys Diner, plus he ran for council in Vancouver back in 2018. He is such a great character and I loved talking to him about all his stories and experiences.

]]> On the podcast, I chatted with Herschel Miedzygorski a legend in Vancouver who knows everyone, thanks to his big personality and his love for food and the food experience. He was the man behind The Southside Deli in Whistler and Harrys Diner, plus he ran for council in Vancouver back in 2018. He is such a great character and I loved talking to him about all his stories and experiences.

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-4325156 Thu, 25 Jun 2020 22:00:00 -0700 5956 1 14 full true Paul Rosenau - From Africa to Havana while Redefining Suburbia on the Way Paul Rosenau - From Africa to Havana while Redefining Suburbia on the Way On the podcast I chatted with Paul about growing up in a privileged school in Africa to then his culture shock coming back to Canada at age 17. We talked about his early days as an urban planner and how he learned how to run his company by doing what others didn't do. He travelled to Havana and photographed interesting faces in his studio as he fell in love with the city. His company is Ekistics and he has written a book of the theory of new urbanism. From explaining how business in China works to his love for motorcycle adventures, Paul's life is full of interesting stories and perspective.

Take a look at all his work, from Coal Harbour, to the depths of China.

https://ekistics.com/

]]> On the podcast I chatted with Paul about growing up in a privileged school in Africa to then his culture shock coming back to Canada at age 17. We talked about his early days as an urban planner and how he learned how to run his company by doing what others didn't do. He travelled to Havana and photographed interesting faces in his studio as he fell in love with the city. His company is Ekistics and he has written a book of the theory of new urbanism. From explaining how business in China works to his love for motorcycle adventures, Paul's life is full of interesting stories and perspective.

Take a look at all his work, from Coal Harbour, to the depths of China.

https://ekistics.com/

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-4176038 Sun, 14 Jun 2020 20:00:00 -0700 7040 1 13 full true Rosy Mondin - The Hotshot Lawyer Putting the Can-Do in Cannabis Rosy Mondin - The Hotshot Lawyer Putting the Can-Do in Cannabis On this episode of the podcast, I chatted with a lawyer Miss Rosy Mondin who has been responsible for evolving the legalization of cannabis within Canada. She worked with the Senate and has been diligent about her mission to making this substance that, she feels, has undeservedly been in the shadows for so many years. Today she is a CEO of a cannabis extraction company where she is seeing the challenges of running a large corporate business. We chatted about the marketing cultural and acceptance of cannabis in the marketplace of substances in relation to how liquor is excepted and marketed. There were many points in the podcast where her and I wrestled with many specifics of this highly polarized topic. She was very graceful and we had a great time.

]]> On this episode of the podcast, I chatted with a lawyer Miss Rosy Mondin who has been responsible for evolving the legalization of cannabis within Canada. She worked with the Senate and has been diligent about her mission to making this substance that, she feels, has undeservedly been in the shadows for so many years. Today she is a CEO of a cannabis extraction company where she is seeing the challenges of running a large corporate business. We chatted about the marketing cultural and acceptance of cannabis in the marketplace of substances in relation to how liquor is excepted and marketed. There were many points in the podcast where her and I wrestled with many specifics of this highly polarized topic. She was very graceful and we had a great time.

]]> James Faulkner, Rosy Mondin Buzzsprout-4066634 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 11:00:00 -0700 7584 1 12 full true Leanne Pedersen - Drive, Courage and Tenacity Leanne Pedersen - Drive, Courage and Tenacity On this episode of the podcast, I chatted with Leanne Pedersen (Chan) about her life from the ripe age of 15 to today. She is a PR genius and has the ability to make things happen. From film and restaurant event promotion to forming charities with the most powerful people and famous people in the world, Leanne has an incredible story of success. She is now deeply intrenched in health and wellness and is an inspiration to so many. I am grateful that she spent the time with me. 

]]> On this episode of the podcast, I chatted with Leanne Pedersen (Chan) about her life from the ripe age of 15 to today. She is a PR genius and has the ability to make things happen. From film and restaurant event promotion to forming charities with the most powerful people and famous people in the world, Leanne has an incredible story of success. She is now deeply intrenched in health and wellness and is an inspiration to so many. I am grateful that she spent the time with me. 

]]> James Faulkner, Leanne Pedersen Buzzsprout-4038356 Thu, 04 Jun 2020 15:00:00 -0700 6334 1 11 full true Chelan Wilkins - A Hot Mess Chelan Wilkins - A Hot Mess Chelan Wilkins - A Hot Mess

On the podcast, I chatted with Chelan Wilkins a Holistic Nutritionist who has overcome the adversities of life to become a force in her quests for awesomeness. She went through a body transformation after her first child then doubled down to become a fitness contestant in a competition. She works with women on their body issues and how to overcome struggles and challenges. We got into body image and the impact that media and society has on the emotional state of women and how men and women see things so differently. It got a little spicy in parts, but what to you expect from an episode with this title.

Here blog is
https://www.ahotmess.ca/
"UNAPOLOGETICALLY HORMONAL"
You can also follow her posts on instagram @chelanwilkins

]]> Chelan Wilkins - A Hot Mess

On the podcast, I chatted with Chelan Wilkins a Holistic Nutritionist who has overcome the adversities of life to become a force in her quests for awesomeness. She went through a body transformation after her first child then doubled down to become a fitness contestant in a competition. She works with women on their body issues and how to overcome struggles and challenges. We got into body image and the impact that media and society has on the emotional state of women and how men and women see things so differently. It got a little spicy in parts, but what to you expect from an episode with this title.

Here blog is
https://www.ahotmess.ca/
"UNAPOLOGETICALLY HORMONAL"
You can also follow her posts on instagram @chelanwilkins

]]> James Faulkner, Chelan Wilkins Buzzsprout-3978554 Sat, 30 May 2020 13:00:00 -0700 6404 1 10 full true Howard Blank - Mr. Entertainment Vancouver Point Blank! Howard Blank - Mr. Entertainment Vancouver Point Blank! On the podcast we chatted with Howard Blank about his history from getting his start from the variety telethon to connecting and meeting some of the most famous people in the world. He as worked with Great Canadian Casinos, the JCC Sports Dinner, Variety and a ton of other organizations. He is an all around fantastic and interesting guy who’s creativity and tenacity has propelled him to be a big influence on entertainment in Vancouver, from live events, charity auctions and much more. 

]]> On the podcast we chatted with Howard Blank about his history from getting his start from the variety telethon to connecting and meeting some of the most famous people in the world. He as worked with Great Canadian Casinos, the JCC Sports Dinner, Variety and a ton of other organizations. He is an all around fantastic and interesting guy who’s creativity and tenacity has propelled him to be a big influence on entertainment in Vancouver, from live events, charity auctions and much more. 

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-3869108 Thu, 21 May 2020 23:00:00 -0700 4584 1 9 full true Diana Zoppa - The Countess of Elite Galas Diana Zoppa - The Countess of Elite Galas On the podcast I met an awesome lady who is arguably the most prolific organizer of elite events in Vancouver. Diana Zoppa, at the time of the podcast, was head of marketing for the Brian Jessel Group. She worked with Craig Stowe on the Diamond Rally for Luxury Supercar Weekend and has coordinated the Cabriolet Gala for years with great success. She is an absolute delight. From million dollar bingo to travelling between Whistler and Vancouver for Monk McQueens, Diana has aways had a taste for delivering the experience of the "Goodlife" to the public.

]]> On the podcast I met an awesome lady who is arguably the most prolific organizer of elite events in Vancouver. Diana Zoppa, at the time of the podcast, was head of marketing for the Brian Jessel Group. She worked with Craig Stowe on the Diamond Rally for Luxury Supercar Weekend and has coordinated the Cabriolet Gala for years with great success. She is an absolute delight. From million dollar bingo to travelling between Whistler and Vancouver for Monk McQueens, Diana has aways had a taste for delivering the experience of the "Goodlife" to the public.

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-3764774 Thu, 14 May 2020 21:00:00 -0700 6344 1 8 full true Joe Leary - Mr. Vancouver the Voice of the City Joe Leary - Mr. Vancouver the Voice of the City On the podcast I spoke with Joe about his early days as a Dj and his venture in to the broadcast and radio business. He shares a ton of interesting stories and anecdotes that makes this episode very entertaining. We got into how music and radio has changed to how live music has been impacted in Vancouver. He got into some politics and had some honest views on how he sees things, which was bold and refreshing.

]]> On the podcast I spoke with Joe about his early days as a Dj and his venture in to the broadcast and radio business. He shares a ton of interesting stories and anecdotes that makes this episode very entertaining. We got into how music and radio has changed to how live music has been impacted in Vancouver. He got into some politics and had some honest views on how he sees things, which was bold and refreshing.

]]> James Faulkner, Joe Leary Buzzsprout-3748010 Wed, 13 May 2020 18:00:00 -0700 6508 Joe Leary, Vancouver, James Faulkner 1 7 full true Pamela Groberman - The Maven of PR in Vancouver Pamela Groberman - The Maven of PR in Vancouver On this podcast we talk to Pamela Groberman who is a prolific PR personality in Vancouver. She has been involved in naming hotels and restaurants to coordinating famous people to do great things in world class events. She is a total pro with a ton of experience who shares her stories of success and influence. From the the Opus Hotel to Justin Timberlake, she has been involved in some of the most effective PR campaigns in Canada.

]]> On this podcast we talk to Pamela Groberman who is a prolific PR personality in Vancouver. She has been involved in naming hotels and restaurants to coordinating famous people to do great things in world class events. She is a total pro with a ton of experience who shares her stories of success and influence. From the the Opus Hotel to Justin Timberlake, she has been involved in some of the most effective PR campaigns in Canada.

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-3686209 Fri, 08 May 2020 22:00:00 -0700 5074 1 6 full true Dave Kershaw - Parties, Bars, Bars and Currency, the King of the Nightclub Scene Dave Kershaw - Parties, Bars, Bars and Currency, the King of the Nightclub Scene On the podcast I talked to Dave about how he got started in high school promoting parties and being a bouncer, to opening his first bar with his partner and their parents. The stores of Dave and the night club scene in the 90's and 2000's will give you a clear vision of what they went through on their journey as successful entrepreneurs. He shares stories of from Vancouver to Whistler of big name Dj's and the Swiss Olympic team dancing on tables. We then go into how the Covid situation has hit the industry and what he is doing now in the Forex currency trading education business. If you want to learn more about currency trading and IM academy, hit him up.

https://iM.Academy/davekershaw

]]> On the podcast I talked to Dave about how he got started in high school promoting parties and being a bouncer, to opening his first bar with his partner and their parents. The stores of Dave and the night club scene in the 90's and 2000's will give you a clear vision of what they went through on their journey as successful entrepreneurs. He shares stories of from Vancouver to Whistler of big name Dj's and the Swiss Olympic team dancing on tables. We then go into how the Covid situation has hit the industry and what he is doing now in the Forex currency trading education business. If you want to learn more about currency trading and IM academy, hit him up.

https://iM.Academy/davekershaw

]]> James Faulkner, Dave Kershaw Buzzsprout-3603784 Sun, 03 May 2020 12:00:00 -0700 6482 1 5 full true Michelle Gauvin - The ClusterFK of Dating in Vancouver Michelle Gauvin - The ClusterFK of Dating in Vancouver On this episode of the podcast we talked to Michelle about her background as a talent agent and as a mom at a young age.  We then quickly got into dating in Vancouver from online today to what it used to be like pre-Facebook. We also talked about the differences between men and women and how hard it is to maintain companionship and love. There may have also been talk of the future of robotic love with life like sex dolls. This was so awesome.

]]> On this episode of the podcast we talked to Michelle about her background as a talent agent and as a mom at a young age.  We then quickly got into dating in Vancouver from online today to what it used to be like pre-Facebook. We also talked about the differences between men and women and how hard it is to maintain companionship and love. There may have also been talk of the future of robotic love with life like sex dolls. This was so awesome.

]]> James Faulkner, Michelle Gauvin Buzzsprout-3496687 Fri, 24 Apr 2020 18:00:00 -0700 5508 dating, relationships, love, sex 1 4 full true Dave Bowman - Rockstar Life in the Rearview Dave Bowman - Rockstar Life in the Rearview On this episode we talk to Dave about what it was like just starting out as a musician with nothing to touring as an opening act with some of the biggest bands in the world in the 1990's and early 2000’s. In the international band known as Soul Decision, Dave gets into the details of how they all met as a band and came up with songs that have become part of our music culture and that are still played hundreds of times per day all over the world. We talk about what it was like growing up together and finding out what he wanted to do and what he was destined to do. Today Dave Bowman is a successful music producer who is writing and producing songs for the worlds best upcoming talent and has recently joined a band called H-O-T-E-L. Join me for this fascinating journey of the life of a "Rockstar life in the Rearview".

Soul Decision on Apple Music
https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/souldecision/65703

Soul Decision on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/album/125budnbeWLmbMmMR6jV4t?si=g_IKlgS2SLukMxF_EEvhcA

H-O-T-E-L
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5tjAC9M74huW1uQIFcgp9Y?si=AF8txnDCRJSlQCbIRLJI4g

]]> On this episode we talk to Dave about what it was like just starting out as a musician with nothing to touring as an opening act with some of the biggest bands in the world in the 1990's and early 2000’s. In the international band known as Soul Decision, Dave gets into the details of how they all met as a band and came up with songs that have become part of our music culture and that are still played hundreds of times per day all over the world. We talk about what it was like growing up together and finding out what he wanted to do and what he was destined to do. Today Dave Bowman is a successful music producer who is writing and producing songs for the worlds best upcoming talent and has recently joined a band called H-O-T-E-L. Join me for this fascinating journey of the life of a "Rockstar life in the Rearview".

Soul Decision on Apple Music
https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/souldecision/65703

Soul Decision on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/album/125budnbeWLmbMmMR6jV4t?si=g_IKlgS2SLukMxF_EEvhcA

H-O-T-E-L
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5tjAC9M74huW1uQIFcgp9Y?si=AF8txnDCRJSlQCbIRLJI4g

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-3412558 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 16:00:00 -0700 6088 1 3 full true Cris Jackson - I Never Had a Job and I Made It Cris Jackson - I Never Had a Job and I Made It On this episode, we talk about the life of a fascinating and successful entrepreneur, Mr. Chris Jackson. We uncover what makes him tick and what has made him become so successful. We also talk about his life and all the things that he has done from buying famous Porsches and Ferraris to being held at gunpoint in the depths of the Columbian forest. We find out that Cris has such a wealth of knowledge and common sense behind him that has made him a force to be reckoned with in Western Canada and throughout many industries. Cris continues to impress the peers around him with his innovative and impressive approach to business.

]]> On this episode, we talk about the life of a fascinating and successful entrepreneur, Mr. Chris Jackson. We uncover what makes him tick and what has made him become so successful. We also talk about his life and all the things that he has done from buying famous Porsches and Ferraris to being held at gunpoint in the depths of the Columbian forest. We find out that Cris has such a wealth of knowledge and common sense behind him that has made him a force to be reckoned with in Western Canada and throughout many industries. Cris continues to impress the peers around him with his innovative and impressive approach to business.

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-3412549 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 15:00:00 -0700 5986 1 2 full true Anton Kay - The Brilliant Mind (Pilot) Anton Kay - The Brilliant Mind (Pilot) On this episode we get to know the incredibly intelligent Mr. Anton Kay. We talked about his upbringing and migration from Russia to Jerusalem and then to Canada. We discussed the differences and complexities of being Jewish and moving from different regions and cultures. We then get into Anton‘s perspective on the coronavirus of spring 2020. He uncovers how the virus spread in what mitigation strategies were not taken. We then talk about what the impact of the virus will be over time and how we plan on getting back to some type of normal whatever that may look like. Anton is part of the Mensa program in Vancouver and will probably be the most intelligent human beings that will be on the podcast, from an IQ perspective, for many episodes to come. He is a delight to talk to you it has become one of my favorite people.

]]> On this episode we get to know the incredibly intelligent Mr. Anton Kay. We talked about his upbringing and migration from Russia to Jerusalem and then to Canada. We discussed the differences and complexities of being Jewish and moving from different regions and cultures. We then get into Anton‘s perspective on the coronavirus of spring 2020. He uncovers how the virus spread in what mitigation strategies were not taken. We then talk about what the impact of the virus will be over time and how we plan on getting back to some type of normal whatever that may look like. Anton is part of the Mensa program in Vancouver and will probably be the most intelligent human beings that will be on the podcast, from an IQ perspective, for many episodes to come. He is a delight to talk to you it has become one of my favorite people.

]]> James Faulkner Buzzsprout-3412534 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 14:00:00 -0700 6796 1 1 full true