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Life in Red Podcast

150 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -

Real conversations. Real people. A guest-focused podcast about the world for curious minds! Available everywhere you get podcasts!
Hosted by Ryan Forsyth, @bigredryan01.

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Episodes

Brooke & Peggy | LIR on Canadian Art History & Brockville Museum

February 28, 2020 22:40 - 1 hour - 58.4 MB

On this episode: Brooke and Peggy from the Brockville Museum, come on Life in Red to share the new exhibit, Painting Picnic with Prudence Howard, opening March 31st. We explore Prudence's life, the art scene during that time in Canada, her importance and also chat about museums, history and more! Check out the Brockville Museum www.brockvillemuseum.com Follow them: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @BrockvilleMus

Brooke & Peggy | LIR on Canadian Art History & Brockville Museum

February 28, 2020 22:40 - 1 hour - 58.4 MB

On this episode: Brooke and Peggy from the Brockville Museum, come on Life in Red to share the new exhibit, Painting Picnic with Prudence Howard, opening March 31st. We explore Prudence's life, the art scene during that time in Canada, her importance and also chat about museums, history and more! Check out the Brockville Museum www.brockvillemuseum.com Follow them: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @BrockvilleMus

Jan Elizabeth Ditchfield | LIR on Motherhood and Work

February 21, 2020 19:28 - 1 hour - 59.4 MB

On this episode: Jan Elizabeth Ditchfield, CEO and Founder of RISE | Return to Work Support for Moms, comes on Life in Red to share her story on returning to work after becoming a mother, the challenges people face at work as a parent, societal issues facing womxn in the workplace, how we could potentially fix the system and more! Check RISE out at www.risemama.ca  Follow them: Facebook & Instagram: @RISEmama RISE creates return to work strategies and helps women shape their professional...

Jonnel Sloane | LIR on Meat, Food & Entrepreneurship

February 14, 2020 16:14 - 1 hour - 81.1 MB

On this episode: Jonnel Sloane, CEO of Farm 2 Fork Delivery, a naturally raised meats, and sustainably caught seafood delivery service, comes on Life in Red to share his story creating Farm 2 Fork, explain common buzzwords and misconceptions when it comes to meat and food, the carnivore diet, the farm & meat industry and more! Use promo code LIFEINRED to save 10% and get free shipping! Place your order at www.farm2forkdelivery.ca Follow them:  Facebook & Instagram: @Farm2ForkDelivery  T...

Angelica Blais | LIR on Exercise Psychology & Motivation

February 07, 2020 19:02 - 1 hour - 76.9 MB

On this episode: Angelica Blais, a PHD student in Exercise Psychology, comes on Life in Red to talk about the psychology behind exercise, how to build physical literacy and its importance, the psychology behind motivation, how you can change your behaviour to get to the gym and more!

Kwadwo Kyeremanteng | LIR on Solving Healthcare

January 31, 2020 14:23 - 1 hour - 85.8 MB

On this episode: Kwadwo Kyeremanteng, a Critical Care & Palliative Doctor and host of the podcast, Solving Healthcare, comes on Life in Red to talk what it's like to be a doctor, being around the end of life process, issues in the Canadian healthcare system and his ideas on how to solve them. You can follow the Solving Healthcare podcast: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @Kwadcast And everywhere you get podcasts! Solving Healthcare is a podcast series launched in September 2019 by the Reso...

Reagan Bradley | LIR on Branding & Cannabis

January 24, 2020 14:14 - 1 hour - 74.6 MB

On this episode: Reagan Bradley, a Personal Brand Strategist and Co-Founder of Women Who Weed Cannabis Community comes on Life in Red to talk social media, developing an audience, branding strategies, marketing, why she chose to leave her job to become an entrepreneur, and why she decided to get involved in the cannabis community.   You can follow her https://www.itsreaganbradley.com/  Twitter: @reagan_bradley Instagram: @itsreaganbradley You can find out more on Women Who Weed:  https://ww...

Reagan Bradley | LIR on Branding & Cannabis

January 24, 2020 14:14 - 1 hour - 74.6 MB

On this episode: Reagan Bradley, a Personal Brand Strategist and Co-Founder of Women Who Weed Cannabis Community comes on Life in Red to talk social media, developing an audience, branding strategies, marketing, why she chose to leave her job to become an entrepreneur, and why she decided to get involved in the cannabis community.   You can follow her https://www.itsreaganbradley.com/  Twitter: @reagan_bradley Instagram: @itsreaganbradley You can find out more on Women Who Weed:  https...

Robin The Silver Cop | LIR on PTSD and Mental Health

December 20, 2019 14:27 - 1 hour - 93.7 MB

On this episode: Robin "The Silver Cop", an Ottawa Police Officer, comes on Life in Red to share his story on how he developed PTSD, the impact being a first responder has on mental health, how he became an advocate and why he is trying to reduce stigma & change the conversation. His girlfriend, Dom, also joins to share her experience living with someone who has PTSD and her own struggles. You can follow him: https://thesilvercop.com/ Twitter: @TheSilvercop1 Instagram: @thesilvercop

Logan Brown | LIR on Music and Life

November 29, 2019 21:35 - 1 hour - 78.7 MB

On this episode: Logan Brown, a singer-songwriter, comes on Life in Red to talk about how he became a full-time musician at a young age, his music, the music industry, and current cultural and societal issues as a mixed-race person. You can follow him and hear his music. https://www.loganbrownmusic.com/ Instagram: @loganbrownsound Youtube: Logan Brown Music And Spotify!

Greg Swaine | LIR on PTSD & Workplace Mental Health

November 08, 2019 15:20 - 1 hour - 82.7 MB

On this episode: Greg Swaine, a mental health advocate working on organizational mental health programs, comes on Life in Red to tell his story on witnessing an accident that lead to years of mental health issues, with an eventual PTSD diagnosis. This inspired him to lead a project transforming his workplace's mental health programs, which he now uses to teach other organizations around the world. You can follow him and his mission: Twitter: @IAmStoutheart Instagram:@I.am.Stoutheart

Nina Near and Far | LIR on Workplace Mental Health & Social Media

November 01, 2019 13:34 - 1 hour - 67.1 MB

On this episode: Nina Near and Far, an Ottawa based blogger and Master of Science: Management student, comes on Life in Red to talk about her Nina Near and Far blog, the rise in popularity of her social media content, her studies around mental health in the workplace and why she decided to take that societal challenge on. Follow her for all her content: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @NinaNearandFar And check out her popular blog: https://ninanearandfar.com/

Alex | LIR on Connection & Identity

October 25, 2019 13:53 - 1 hour - 81.7 MB

On this episode: Alex, Host of the Time For Your Hobby Podcast, comes on Life in Red to talk about his podcast, experience on connecting with people, his hip-hop music, and his struggle to find his identity as a mixed race person. The Time For Your Hobby Podcast is a podcast that interviews people from all walks of life from around the world about their hobbies. You can find it everywhere you get podcasts! Twitter: @tfyhpodcast Instagram: @timeforyourhobby

Anne Khazzam | LIR on Holocaust Education & Antisemitism

October 17, 2019 15:50 - 1 hour - 59.8 MB

On this episode: Anne Khazzam, a Holocaust Educator and Speaker, comes on Life in Red to talk about her experience on the International March for the Living in Poland and Israel, the rise of antisemitism, being a young advocate and speaker, and why Holocaust education is still critically important today.

Maryse Pantalone | LIR on Content & Social Media

October 11, 2019 17:51 - 1 hour - 65.9 MB

On this episode: Maryse Pantalone, a Youtuber and Lifestyle Vlogger, comes on Life in Red to talk about content creation, social media, aliens, ghosts, space and why she decided to capture her life on Youtube. To find her and watch her videos: Youtube: Maryse Pants Instagram & Twitter: @PantsMaryse

SabriNa Lemay | LIR on Mental Health, Struggle and Mindset

October 04, 2019 17:55 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

On this episode: SabriNa Lemay, an Inspirational Speaker and Life Coach, comes on Life in Red to share her mental health story, overcoming struggle, the power of your mindset, meditation, and advice on what you can do for your mental health. To find her on Instagram: @Mindbodysoul.work

Danielle Allard | LIR on Music and Art

September 27, 2019 13:33 - 1 hour - 59.3 MB

On this episode: Danielle Allard, an Ottawa based singer-songwriter, comes on Life in Red to talk about music, her writing process, impacts of social media, her passion for the arts and how creativity can positively impact your mental health! To find her music and find her next show, you can follow her: Twitter/Instagram: @daniellejallard https://www.danielleallard.com/ And her music is available on all streaming platforms!

Chris Parnell & Sarah Chalke | LIR on Rick and Morty

September 24, 2019 15:07 - 5 minutes - 5.18 MB

On this episode: Chris Parnell (SNL, Archer, Anchorman) and Sarah Chalke (Scrubs, Roseanne) come on for a quick chat about Rick and Morty! Rick and Morty season 4 comes out this November on Adult Swim. Rick and Morty is the critically acclaimed and award-winning half-hour animated hit comedy series on Adult Swim that follows a sociopathic genius scientist who drags his inherently timid grandson on insanely dangerous adventures across the universe. Rick Sanchez is living with his daughter Bet...

2019 Canadian Election: Party Platforms & Election Breakdown

September 20, 2019 13:39 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MB

This is a shorter clip of the podcast with Caroline O'Neill, an Ottawa based journalist and writer, where we breakdown the 2019 Canadian Election platforms and promises being made by each party. Made for your information and listening convenience. You can also listen to this by listening to the full podcast episode. You can follow her for all her latest work and news on Twitter: @theconeill

Caroline O'Neill | LIR on 2019 Canadian Election

September 20, 2019 13:34 - 1 hour - 99.6 MB

On this episode: Caroline O'Neill, an Ottawa based journalist and writer, comes back on Life in Red again to talk about everything you need to know about the 2019 Canadian Election. We go over the campaign, the controversies, the parties, the candidates for Prime Minister, the main election issues and breakdown the platforms being offered by each party. You can follow her for all her latest work and news on Twitter: @theconeill

Michael Dixon | LIR on Depression, PTSD and Support Groups

September 12, 2019 15:26 - 1 hour - 71.4 MB

On this episode: Michael Dixon, President of the Canadian Funeral Peer Support, Canada's first initiative to support funeral workers mental health, joins us to share his story of abuse, depression, the toll life in funeral services can take and why he decided to start the group. You can get more information on the funeral peer support by visiting: http://www.ottawafps.com/ Or by visiting them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/224336868288154/

Ana Santos | LIR on Gut Health, Mental Health and Microbiome at the Ottawa Podcast Festival

August 28, 2019 17:28 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MB

On this episode: Ana Santos, a PhD student in Neuroscience at Carleton University, joins us live from the Ottawa Podcast Festival to discuss her research into our gut microbiome. We talk about her research and findings in studying the gut bacteria, how it affects our overall health, the potential effects it can have on our mental health, and the things we do that can change the bacteria in our gut. You can follow some of her research on Twitter: @ADS_Bunny

Amanda Sterczyk | LIR on Health and Movement

August 14, 2019 14:45 - 1 hour - 70.8 MB

On this episode: Amanda Sterczyk, certified personal trainer, author and Founder of the Move More Institute, comes on to share her books, explain the importance of "moving" to our health, how much it can benefit us, and practical tips that everyone can incorporate into their daily lives for a more healthy lifestyle! You can read Amanda's work by purchasing her books on Amazon! 1. Move More: Your Life Depends On It https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1720602417/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1 2...

Dr. Alexandra Sisam | LIR on Naturopathic Medicine

June 28, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 80.4 MB

On this episode: Dr. Alexandra Sisam, a licensed Naturopathic Doctor, comes on to explain naturopathic medicine, its benefits, her philosophy on health, mental health, diet, nutrition and how it can all help people's overall well-being and health! You can learn more and book an appointment with Dr. Alexandra Sisam: Instagram: @dr.alexandrasisam www.alexandrasisamnd.com/

Emma Khazzam | LIR on Travel, Nature and Food Science

June 19, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MB

On this episode: Emma Khazzam, a Food Scientist Student, World Traveler and Nature Enthusiast, comes on to share stories from her travels around the world, Judaism, dyslexia, the science of food and why she became a member of the NatureNEXT program at the Canadian Museum of Nature! Learn more on the NatureNEXT program at the Museum here: https://nature.ca/en/about-us/support-museum/donations/nature-next

Clarissa Baron & Nick Maillet | LIR on Fringe Festivals and Theatre

June 12, 2019 13:08 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MB

On this episode: Clarissa Baron and Nick Maillet, come on to talk about their upcoming show at the Ottawa Fringe Festival, "Happy Birthday, Claire". We also discuss theater, trying to make it as an actor in Canada and the importance of art in today's society. Happy Birthday, Claire runs on select dates June 13-June 23, 2019 at Academic Hall at the University of Ottawa, as a part of the Ottawa Fringe Festival. For more details, showtimes and tickets go to www.HappyBirthdayClaire.com or www.Ot...

Crystaljoy Parman | LIR on Lyme Disease

May 09, 2019 02:11 - 1 hour - 58.4 MB

On this episode: Crystaljoy Parman, an Entrepreneur, Performance Artist and Lyme Disease Warrior & Advocate, comes on for Lyme Disease Awareness Month, to talk about Lyme Disease, the road to her diagnosis, her health struggles, treatment, why she became a Lyme advocate and her Light Lyme event! You can learn more about her event and Lyme Disease: https://www.facebook.com/events/421770858592134/ and contact her: [email protected]

Susan Allan | LIR on Horses and Therapy

May 01, 2019 15:45 - 1 hour - 68.1 MB

On this episode: Susan Allan, owner of Willaway Farm; an equine facilitated wellness and learning centre, comes on to talk about how horses can be used as a form of therapy, her experiences and results with clients, how it may help, mindfulness and her horse yoga! You can follow and contact her: https://www.willawayfarm.com/ Facebook: @willawayequineexperiences Instagram: @willawayfarm

Mallory Rowan | LIR on Fitness and Entrepreneurship

April 19, 2019 13:47 - 1 hour - 73.5 MB

On this episode: Mallory Rowan, an entrepreneur and Co-Founder of LVD Fitness and the LVD Brand, comes on to talk about fitness and the industry, her #MALMADEMEDOIT Program, social media and marketing, and shares her experiences as a business leader and "powerful" woman. You can follow and contact her: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @MalloryRowan www.MalloryRowan.com You can also check out LVD's products and services: www.LVDFitness.com Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @LVDFitness

Jen Wozny | LIR on Energy and Healing

April 14, 2019 14:20 - 1 hour - 64.1 MB

On this episode: Jen Wozny an Energy Healer and founder of Put The Light Here, comes on to talk about what energy healing is, the benefits of it, client results, how she responds to skeptics and how energy can apply to present day problems. You can follow her and book a consultation: https://putthelighthere.com/ Facebook: @putthelighthere Twitter: @PutTheLightHere Instagram: @putthelighthere

Carrington Christmas | LIR on Indigenous Culture and Reconciliation

April 11, 2019 12:22 - 1 hour - 104 MB

On this episode: Carrington Christmas, an Indigenous Youth Advocate, comes on to talk about indigenous issues in Canada, reconciliation, culture, diversity and gives her perspective on how things can be changed for the better. You can follow her: Twitter: @carrchristmas Instagram: @ceyonce_

Laura VanZant | LIR on Museums

March 05, 2019 00:33 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB

On this episode: Laura VanZant, a museum collections professional, comes on to talk history, archaeology, the arts, culture, life at a museum and why museums are so important in today's society. You can follow her: Twitter: @LauraVZ7 Instagram: @thatsme_lauravz

Riley Craig | LIR on Exercise Science and Fitness

February 26, 2019 13:21 - 1 hour - 87.4 MB

On this episode: Riley Craig, a certified personal trainer and master's student in kinesiology, comes on to talk about his study in bio-mechanics, life as a student, exercise science, myths of dieting, supplementing a little hockey and issues in our workout and gym culture! You can follow him: Twitter: @craiger92 Instagram: @riley.e.craig

Caroline O'Neill | LIR on News and Journalism

February 19, 2019 15:19 - 1 hour - 81.2 MB

On this episode: Caroline O'Neill, an Ottawa based journalist and writer, comes on to talk about the state of journalism in 2019 and what it's like being a journalist. We also dive into current issues in Canada like the SNC-Lavalin case, the United We Roll campaign, Cat Lake First Nation, Reconciliation and the upcoming election. You can follow her for all her latest work and news on Twitter: @theconeill

Bell Let's Talk Day | LIR on Ryan's Mental Illness Journey

January 29, 2019 15:34 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MB

On this episode: Host, Ryan Forsyth, talks about the importance of #BellLetsTalk Day, shares his journey with his mental illness, why mental health funding is critical and how the internet and today's culture play a negative role in our mental health conversation.

Darcie Dillon | LIR on Civil Engineering

January 10, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 77.5 MB

On this episode: Darcie Dillion, an Ottawa based civil engineer and travel enthusiast, comes on to talk about mathematics, life as an engineer, being a woman in a male dominated industry and how traveling helped shap who she is today! You can follow her adventures at https://passportunities.ca/ and Twitter & Instagram: @passportunities

Dayna Brez | LIR on Internet Culture

December 29, 2018 17:05 - 1 hour - 90.9 MB

On this episode: Ottawa Radio Host, Dayna Brez, comes on to talk about the internet, social justice, Instagram influencers, radio and today's "outrage culture". You can hear her every Monday-Friday from 10:00am-2:00pm on JUMP! 106.9 in Ottawa or www.JUMPradio.ca Follow her at: Twitter & Instagram: @daynabreezy Youtube: Dayna B Radio

Madison Stanul | LIR Women in Sports and Concussions

December 22, 2018 16:16 - 1 hour - 83.3 MB

On this episode: Hockey and Fitness Coach, Madison Stanul comes on to talk about hockey, coaching, fitness, concussions and her experience as a woman in sports! You can follow her: Instagram: @Madds18_ Twitter: @Madds_18

Jenna Taylor | LIR on Motivation and Fitness

November 05, 2018 14:25 - 1 hour - 102 MB

On this episode: Certified Personal Trainer, Jenna Taylor, comes on to talk fitness, diet, mental health and why waking up at 5:00am every day has changed her life! You can inquire on training and follow her: Instagram: @jkathleen.img Twitter: @nennasaur

Amy and D | LIR on Choirs and Singing

October 10, 2018 16:27 - 1 hour - 103 MB

On this episode, Amy and D come on to talk about opera, choirs, music and why the arts are so important in today's society! Amy Desrosiers is a classical / metal lover and mezzo-soprano in the Ottawa music scene and Arts Administrator and Choir Manager for the Capital Chamber Choir. Check her out at www.blondeinthechoir.ca and her next shows at www.Capitalchamberchoir.ca. Follow her: Instagram @Blondeinthechoir Twitter: @Mamydee D is a conductor, singer and music teacher in Ottawa.

Damian "Mr. D" Rickards | LIR on Music and Radio

September 21, 2018 12:29 - 1 hour - 71.9 MB

On this episode: JUMP! 106.9 Evening Host and former Music Director, Damian "Mr.D" Rickards, comes on to talk about his experience and thoughts on being a POC in media, the music industry and answers the important question everyone asks; "Why does radio always play the same songs?" You can hear him every Sunday-Thursday from 7:00pm-12:00am on JUMP! 106.9 in Ottawa or www.JUMPradio.ca Follow him on Twitter & Instagram: @MrDRadio

Tony Stark | LIR on Radio

September 17, 2018 22:06 - 1 hour - 82 MB

On this episode: JUMP! 106.9 Afternoon Host, Tony Stark, comes on to talk about his journey in radio, what makes engaging content, social media, trolling and a few big stories in sports. You can hear him every Monday-Friday from 2:00pm-7:00pm on JUMP! 106.9 in Ottawa or www.JUMPradio.ca Follow him on Twitter & Instagram: @tonystarkradio

Casey Morrison | LIR on Nursing

September 13, 2018 12:13 - 2 hours - 126 MB

On this episode, Casey Morrison, a Registered Nurse at the Ottawa Hospital, comes on to talk the life of a nurse, the health care system, issues surrounding it and more! Casey Morrison has been a Registered Nurse at The Ottawa Hospital, Civic Campus, for 4 years now, proudly working on a Vascular/Urology/ENT inpatient surgery unit. She’s a big fan of country life, beer tasting, book clubs, TV & movie binges, and podcasts (especially the Life In Red Podcasts).

Christopher Whan | LIR on Reporting and Journalism

August 24, 2018 21:53 - 1 hour - 57 MB

On this episode Global News Reporter, Christopher Whan comes on to talk fake news, the state of journalism and what the future may look like. You can follow him on Twitter: @Chris_WhanGN or read his work at www.GlobalNews.ca

Dylan Black | LIR on Radio and Giving Back

August 19, 2018 15:05 - 1 hour - 58.6 MB

On this episode, Dylan Black comes on to talk about his life in media, what drives him and share stories and wisdom from his journey. Dylan is a Radio & Television Personality, Community Activist and Charitable Partner in Ottawa, ON. You can follow him: Twitter - @DylanBlackRadio Instagram - @DylanBlackRadio

Clarissa Baron | LIR on Life and Culture

August 18, 2018 00:55 - 1 hour - 87.6 MB

On this episode, Clarissa Baron comes on to talk about current issues, life, dating, mental health, society and more. Clarissa works in the Federal Government of Canada in Ottawa, ON. You can follow her: Twitter - @clarissabaron Instagram - @clarissabaron93

Mental Health | LIR on Pushing Through Your Mental Illness

August 16, 2018 21:55 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MB

In this episode, host Ryan Forsyth talks openly about his Mental Health struggles and encourages people to take personable responsibility in their own lives to help win the "battles" of living everyday with depression and anxiety, showing up for people who matter and funding the system.

Austin Forsyth | LIR on LGBTQ2+

August 12, 2018 16:10 - 1 hour - 69.4 MB

Austin Forsyth comes on for episode 2 to discuss what it's like to be a gay man, the issues surrounding the LGBT community and more! Follow him: Twitter: @TheAustinnF Instagram: @TheAustinnF

Intro | LIR

August 11, 2018 19:53 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MB

The first episode of the Life in Red Podcast. An intro about me, why I want to do this podcast, what will happen on the podcast in future episodes.

Life in Red Podcast (Trailer)

August 10, 2018 19:53 - 31 seconds - 505 KB

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