Project 11
32 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago -True North Youth Foundation’s Project 11 is K-12 mental wellness program focusing on positive coping strategies.
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Jam Gamble - Share Your Voice
May 24, 2023 18:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBWhat’s the best thing that could happen if you shared your voice? As the founder and CEO of the Slay the Mic coaching initiative that inspires students to tap into their voice, that’s the question that Jam Gamble constantly asks herself. Tune in to hear Gamble’s thoughts on empowering others, believing in your voice, the importance of listening to each other and more in her conversation with hosts Ace and Suzi. Project 11 student Sam joins the hosts at the end to share her own thoughts on th...
Significance of Sleep - Dr. Morgan Marcoux
May 17, 2023 20:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBEver heard phrases like “early bird gets the worm” or “I’ll sleep when I’m dead”? Dr. Morgan Marcoux, a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist who also works with the Winnipeg Jets organization, joined hosts Ace Burpee and Suzi Friesen to put those myths to rest as they discussed the importance of sleep. Tune in to learn more about how sleep patterns change throughout life, the effects of caffeine and devices on sleep, and more. Wrap up the episode by hearing a reflection on the episode from Proj...
"It'll Be OK" - Ace Burpee
May 06, 2023 15:00 - 1 minute - 1.35 MBFor National Child & Youth Mental Day, our dear friend Ace, who students have enjoyed following along in our Fun with Food and Fun with Fitness videos, wrote a special song called “It’ll be Okay”. This sweet song is an important reminder that no matter what we are going through, we will grow through it. Listen and enjoy! www.projecteleven.ca
Pain into Purpose - Blair Kaplan Venables
June 24, 2022 14:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBLife is full of challenges, and social media expert and author Blair Kaplan Venables has faced a few of her own along her journey. Tune in as Blair shares her story of resilience with hosts Don and Suzi, as well as some methods to strengthen your own “resiliency muscle”. The crew wraps up the episode with Project 11 guest student Carter to discuss how resilience, especially as a teenager in the social media age, plays out in his life.
Goal Setting - Jason Simon
June 02, 2022 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBThe practice of setting goals was instilled in former NHLer Jason Simon at a young age. So when he’s come to face challenges – that goal-setting frame of mind helped him push through. Hosts Don and Suzi check in with Jason after his most recent speaking engagements and wrap the episode up by touching base with grade 10 student, Xander to hear how Jason’s message applies to his personal situation.
Control the Controllables - Dylan DeMelo
February 18, 2022 16:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBWhether you are a high schooler or an NHL player like Winnipeg Jets defenceman Dylan DeMelo, life is full of ups and downs. For Dylan, that’s included carving his path to being an NHL player, playing hockey in a pandemic, and being a dad, but find out how focusing on what he can control has helped to level each wave in his life. Don and Suzi cap the episode by hearing from Project 11 student Jordan about the waves in her own life and the lessons she’s learned from her hockey team on how to m...
Control the Controllables - Dylan DeMelo
February 18, 2022 16:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBWhether you are a high schooler or an NHL player like Winnipeg Jets defenceman Dylan DeMelo, life is full of ups and downs. For Dylan, that’s included carving his path to being an NHL player, playing hockey in a pandemic, and being a dad, but find out how focusing on what he can control has helped to level each wave in his life. Don and Suzi cap the episode by hearing from Project 11 student Jordan about the waves in her own life and the lessons she’s learned from her hockey team on how to m...
Healthy Perspectives - Fit City Project
January 31, 2022 17:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBLiving healthier is a popular New Year’s resolution, but a team consisting of legendary Winnipeg Blue Bomber Milt Stegall, workplace health and wellness expert Jordan Cieciwa, and local phys. ed. teacher Kevin Landreville are striving to help Winnipeggers make a deeper commitment to their health and wellness through the Fit City Project. Find out how keeping a healthy perspective on fitness and doing the Fit City challenge alongside others are keys to finding success. Hosts Don and Suzi unpa...
Finding Happiness - Uday Chudasama
January 20, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBEverybody is in pursuit of happiness, but we often look for it in the wrong places. Mindfulness guru Uday Chudasama “Checks In” with Don and Suzi to point us in the right direction for finding happiness through mindfulness, being humble, and “letting go of our problems”. Don and Suzi wrap up the conversation by reflecting on Chudasama’s message with Project 11 high school student Lily who will share one of her many takeaways on air with our hosts. Enjoy!
Real Talk - Dr. Andrew Hall
January 12, 2022 17:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBHow is at-home learning impacting the mental health of youth? Join Don and Suzi as they explore this with several guests during this Check In. Get a glimpse inside the virtual classroom with Project 11 teacher Ms. G and high school students Jake and Kali and the challenges they are facing, and hear from Medical Director for the Manitoba Adolescent Treatment Centre Dr. Andrew Hall, on how we can combat those challenges of isolation. Hang around until the end to hear about some simple steps w...
Having an Impact - Fred Penner
December 10, 2021 17:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBFred Penner is a Canadian icon in children’s entertainment and has been making impacts on kids and families for decades. Hear about what drew Fred to a career in entertaining children, how he strives to leave a mark on others, and why even the smallest of impacts are so important as he checks in with Don and Suzi. Stick around to the end to hear from this episode’s Project 11 guest student, Grade 9 student Sophie, on how Fred’s message applies to her life in high school.
Believe In Yourself - Josh Morrissey
November 26, 2021 16:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBWinnipeg Jets defenceman Josh Morrissey has many fans. On this episode of the Project 11 Check In, he instead focuses on self-confidence and the importance of being your own biggest fan – a value Josh’s late father instilled in him. Get a glimpse into other things Josh values in his life, such as welcoming new teammates to the Jets and running his Glass Half Full foundation. Join hosts Don and Suzi as they unpack the episode and how self-confidence plays out in school with Project 11 student...
Meaningful Connections - Natalie Bell
November 10, 2021 18:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBNatalie Bell (Peg City Lovely) exudes positivity to those around her. Natalie lives for building meaningful connections, whether that’s through sharing her passion for Winnipeg, her work as a human resource professional, or by having tough discussions on inclusion and acceptance with people like Don and Suzi. The episode covers all of that, and unpacks how those same topics apply to the life of this episode’s high school guest, Madison.
Healthy Conversations - Dr. Brent Roussin
October 20, 2021 16:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBDon and Suzi are back for season two of the P11 Check In podcast! To help them kick off the new season, Manitoba’s Chief Provincial Public Health Officer Dr. Brent Roussin joins the hosts to check in. Find out what the past 19 months have been like for Dr. Roussin, get to know what Dr. Roussin is like away from work, and hear how he works to balance his work and home lives. New for this season, Don and Suzi cap the episode by having a Project 11 high school student join them to discuss their...
Finding Balance - Jay Harrison
August 31, 2021 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBPlaying in the NHL is a career highlight for hockey players, but former Winnipeg Jets defenceman Jay Harrison has continued to develop his career since hanging up the skates by getting a master’s degree in clinical psychology and now serving as the Director of Wellness, Transition, and Performance for the NHL Players’ Association. Learn how that role encourages Jay to find balance in his own life and how he helps others do the same. Don and Suzi take that to heart in the wellness challenge –...
Lifelong Learning - Alan Greyeyes
July 30, 2021 15:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBAlan Greyeyes is an involved member of the Arts, running an artist and project management company called Ogichidaa Arts and the Sākihiwē Festival. He joins Don and Suzi on this episode of the Check-In to continue the conversation on Indigenous relations, in our society and discusses how he tries to drive positive change through his work in the Arts, and highlights how each of us can play a part in that change. Tune in for this Check In’s challenge to continue learning about the shared histor...
Positive Influences - Andrew Harris
June 11, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBAndrew Harris is known as a star running back for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, but there’s more to him than that. He strives be a positive influence for many people like his daughter, athletes in the Pro Prep Academy, and those he’s connected with for his Check-In Challenge. Find out how Andrew found his own positive influences as a youth in this packed episode that opens with Don Amero and Suzi paying tribute to the 215 Indigenous children whose remains were recently found in Kamloops, B.C.,...
Positive Influences - Andrew Harris
June 11, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBAndrew Harris is known as a star running back for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, but there’s more to him than that. He strives be a positive influence for many people like his daughter, athletes in the Pro Prep Academy, and those he’s connected with for his Check-In Challenge. Find out how Andrew found his own positive influences as a youth in this packed episode that opens with Don Amero and Suzi paying tribute to the 215 Indigenous children whose remains were recently found in Kamloops, B.C.,...
Support Systems - Eric Comrie
May 27, 2021 16:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBGoalie, Eric Comrie from the Winnipeg Jets has moved more in recent years than most people do in a lifetime. Add quarantines to those moves, and it’s safe to say, Eric had quite an interesting year. Find out how he faced those isolating times with a positive outlook, and how his family, girlfriend, and Jango supported him along the way. Join Suzi and guest host Sara Orlesky as they analyze their own support systems for this week’s wellness challenge.
Self-Acceptance - Meaghen Johnston
May 12, 2021 16:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBDr. Meaghen Johnston from Intentional Futures in Winnipeg, has done a lot of research about identity and self-acceptance. Hear how her past social work experience with youth helped Meaghen discover important aspects of the human spirit, what steps you need to take to truly believe in yourself, & how a message from Mr. Rogers Neighbourhood is at the centre of it all. Challenge yourself along with Don & Suzi as they focus on Meaghen’s message of self-acceptance & self-compassion. You'll also ...
Acts of Kindness - Ace Burpee
April 19, 2021 15:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBThere isn’t much that slows down Virgin Radio Winnipeg host Ace Burpee even in a pandemic. Despite COVID-19 halting many events and activities for Ace, hear about black bears and beavers – and what they have to do with some of Ace’s new projects – and the small acts of kindness he’s taken on over the last year. What small gestures of kindness can you add to your life? Hang around until the end to get a few ideas from Suzi and guest host Sara Orlesky.
WOMan Power - Sara Orlesky
March 18, 2021 15:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBSara Orlesky, TSN’s Winnipeg Bureau Reporter checks in with Don and Suzi on this episode of the podcast. Find out what kept Sara busy while sports were paused last year, why one of her colleagues calls her an “old soul”, and most importantly why she takes her position as a female sports broadcaster and role model to young girls so seriously. Stay tuned as the hosts share their wellness challenge recognizing Gender Equality Month in March and talk about some of the female role models in their...
Overcoming Adversity - Bryan Little
March 03, 2021 19:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBThe Project 11 podcast checks in with Winnipeg Jets centre and Project 11 ambassador Bryan Little in this episode. Don and Suzi discuss the difficult year Bryan has had since sustaining a serious injury early in the 2019-20 NHL season and how he’s overcome the adversity of dealing with that injury. Despite not being able to play hockey since then, find out what continues to motivate Bryan, as well as some of the new hobbies he’s taken on. Join in with the hosts at the end of the podcast as t...
Being Proactive - Jo Ann Unger
February 12, 2021 19:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBProject 11 Check-In chats with Jo Ann Unger, Clinical Director at KIDTHINK – a non-profit offering clinical treatment of mental illness for kids and training for caregivers and teachers to support their children. Hear why Jo Ann thinks mindfulness is so important in our day and age, and how parents can proactively and positively impact their child’s mental health. With both Don and Suzi having kids of their own, find out how they both plan to be proactive and model healthy practices for thei...
Trust - Craig Heisinger
January 28, 2021 17:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBIn this episode Don and Suzi are joined by Craig Heisinger, Sr. Vice President and Assistant General Manager with the Winnipeg Jets and General Manager of the Manitoba Moose, who has also played a key role in the creation and development of Project 11. Hear about how mental health has impacted Zinger’s life through former Winnipeg Jets and Manitoba Moose player Rick Rypien – the inspiration for Project 11 – and how that still affects him today. Zinger shares advice from his own experiences o...
New Beginnings - Nate Thompson
January 11, 2021 20:00 - 53 minutes - 36.4 MBWe kick off the new year with one of the Winnipeg Jets’ newest players Nate Thompson! Nate shares his challenging journey that has taken him on many new beginnings including leaving home at a young age for hockey, being traded many times in his NHL career & working to overcome years of struggling with addiction. Find out how those experiences have shaped Nate into who he is today & why those struggles make it so significant for him to be wearing #11 with the Jets. Listen in at the end for S...
Be YOU-nique - Desiree Scott
December 19, 2020 15:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBEpisode #6 of the Check-In Podcast welcomes native Winnipegger and Canadian National Women’s Soccer Team midfielder Desiree Scott. Hear how Desiree got to where she is now as a professional soccer player, and some of the lessons on her journey that helped her become true to herself on and off the soccer pitch. Additionally, our hosts dive into discussion with Desiree on the Black Lives Matter movement, the things she’s learned, and what she hopes today’s youth are taking away from it. Stick ...
Staying Positive - Mark Stuart
December 02, 2020 16:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBRetired Winnipeg Jets defenceman and former Project 11 ambassador Mark Stuart re-joins P11 in this episode of the Project 11 Check-In to catch up and talk about some of the challenges he faced during his hockey career. Find out how challenges like injuries were difficult for Mark and hear from him on the activities and people that got him through those tough times. Don’t miss this week’s wellness challenge to be inspired by the ways Don and Suzi are going to be applying Mark’s message and st...
Cheer - Cameron Hughes
November 18, 2020 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBThe ultimate sports fan and cheerleader Cameron Hughes joins the Project 11 Check-In to discuss the importance of cheering, and how we can bring more cheer to our lives during difficult times like the pandemic. Find out what Cameron’s been up to recently and how he’s still putting smiles on faces, even without any events to attend with fans. Listen in to Don and Suzi’s wellness challenge at the end to find unique initiatives you can participate in to bring joy to others both now and leading ...
Perseverance – Lanette Siragusa
November 03, 2020 23:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBOn episode #3 of the Project 11 Check-In, Don and Suzi are joined by Manitoba’s Chief Nursing Officer, Lanette Siragusa! Tune in to hear how Lanette is persevering during the pandemic marathon in a time when her job is as intense as ever, and find out how she’s staying positive and focusing on what she can control. At the end, Don and Suzi will also share what might help them build mental toughness amid our second wave of COVID-19, which may also help you stay mentally strong through this pa...
Growth Mindset - Josh Morrissey
October 19, 2020 20:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBThe first guest to join the Project 11 Check-In is one of Winnipeg Jets superstars, Josh Morrissey! Listen in to hear what Josh has been doing to stay mentally fit during the pandemic. Family life, role models, fitness, practicing gratitude, and reaching out on those tough days, are some of the topics Josh highlights during his interview. And don’t forget to check out this week’s wellness challenge from hosts, Suzi, and Don at the end of the episode!
Get To Know Our Hosts
October 01, 2020 21:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBIn the first EVER episode of the “Project 11 Check In”, get to know your hosts: singer-songwriter, Don Amero & TNYF’s Director of Educational Programs, Suzi Friesen! Listen in, to hear the SELF CARE challenge that they have in store for you at the end. Enjoy!