Unpacked Podcast
Unpacked is a podcast exploring life as messy people. It’s conversations with counsellors, leaders, storytellers discussing the experiences of being human. We talk about the strength that comes from big messy failures and vulnerable moments so we can learn to live more authentically. Subscribe and leave us a review!
Episodes
163 episodes
Beyond the Mountains: Medical Miracles and Stories of Hope with Dr. Manno
Welcome to a special series on Unpacked, where we journey to the vibrant and resilient nation of Haiti. In this series, we have the privilege of hearing from inspiring individuals who have not only grown up in this beautiful country but have de...
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Season 4
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Episode 157
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1:17:39
Beyond Mountains: Lessons in Resilience and Grief in Haiti with Elio Dortilus
Welcome to a special series on Unpacked, where we journey to the vibrant and resilient nation of Haiti. In this series, we have the privilege of hearing from inspiring individuals who have not only grown up in this beautiful country but have de...
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Season 4
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Episode 156
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1:13:11
Beyond Mountains: Northern Haiti and Immigrating to Canada with Jessica Geffrard
Welcome to a special series on Unpacked, where we journey to the vibrant and resilient nation of Haiti. In this series, we have the privilege of hearing from inspiring individuals who have not only grown up in this beautiful country but have de...
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Season 4
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Episode 155
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1:03:03
Introducing Beyond the Mountains: A Haiti Series
Welcome to a special series on Unpacked, where we journey to the vibrant and resilient nation of Haiti. In this series, we have the privilege of hearing from inspiring individuals who have not only grown up in this beautiful country but have de...
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Season 4
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Episode 154
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54:15
Find your voice: Embracing Possibility and Creating a Life by Design with Karsta
This week on Unpacked, join us as we dive into an inspiring story of transformation with our guest, Karsta. Raised amidst a myriad of traumatic experiences that left her doubting her own worth and stifling her voice, Karsta shares her profound ...
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Season 4
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Episode 152
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1:08:56
Laughing Through the Growth Ups and Downs with Evan and Tara
This week on Unpacked, join Evan and Tara for a random, silly conversation on personal growth. Discover the importance of infusing fun into the process, as they share insights into funny stories that have helped to pay attention to growth...
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Season 4
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Episode 151
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1:06:35
Breaking Chains: Meg's Transformation from Minister to Bestselling Author Coach
This week on Unpacked we're honored to host Meggie Lee Calvin, an Amazon Bestselling Author, Speaker, and Coach. Meg's mission is to empower Spiritually-Attuned Go-Getters on their journey to becoming successful authors. With intuitive gifts an...
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Season 4
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Episode 150
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1:13:00
Dreaming Big: The Path to Customer Happiness with guest Dennis Agbegha
This week on Unpacked we chat with Dennis Agbegha, BSc, MSc. Dennis is a dedicated Customer Experience Knight with a passion for creating happiness. As an accomplished specialist in customer experience and relationship building, Dennis puts the...
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Season 4
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Episode 149
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1:07:02
Overcoming Obstacles: Approach to Visionary Living with guest Kim Westlund
This week on Unpacked we chat with guest Kim Westlund, vision coach. She shares her transformative story from the depths of two divorces and bankruptcy to single parenthood, Kim turned adversity into strength. Discover how she reclaimed...
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Season 4
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Episode 148
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1:07:24
Best of 2023
We revisit some of our fave moments and episodes this year! And a little update for what’s coming in 2024. LINKS -Next Gen Men with Jake Ep 95 -
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Season 4
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Episode 147
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1:05:17
Navigating Grief During the Holidays with guest Baljinder Sull, R.Psych, M.C
This week on Unpacked we chat with Baljinder Sull, R.Psych, M.C, a seasoned Registered Psychologist with a wealth of experience in various counselling environments. With a practice dating back to early 2018, Baljinder has navigated through dive...
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Season 4
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Episode 146
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1:24:56
Navigating Loss and Mental Health: Irreversible Action and The Aftermath with guest Majendi Jarrett
This week on Unpacked, we are joined by Majendi Jarrett, a dedicated advocate for mental health and an inspirational speaker. With a career spanning various industries, Majendi brings a unique perspective to the table. Her passion for sharing r...
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Season 4
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Episode 145
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1:24:43
Inclusivity on Tap: Bridging Gaps, One Bottle at a Time with guests Wes and Phillip of Two Bottles Deep Podcast
This week on the Unpacked podcast are guests Wes and Phillip, two great friends navigating this crazy world while bridging the gap between the gay and straight communities on their podcast Two Bottles Deep (
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Season 4
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Episode 144
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1:06:32
From Passion to Platform: Assemble: Where Nurses Thrive and Communities Flourish with guest Tessi Flood
This week on Unpacked we are chatting with Assemble with its founder, Tessi Flood. With over 12 years of nursing experience, Tessi identified a gap in resources specifically tailored for nurses. Determined to make a difference, she, along...
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Season 4
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Episode 143
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52:22
Finding Your Dream Career: Insights from a Career Strategist guest Stephanie Gillies
This week on Unpacked we are chatting with Stephanie Gillies, a Career Strategist with a mission to guide you toward a fulfilling career. Stephanie's journey is nothing short of inspiring—having navigated through 32 jobs in 15 years, she intima...
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Season 4
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Episode 142
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1:03:35
Barriers to Change in Organization and Groups and the Enneagram with Tara and Evan
Ever wondered why implementing change is often met with resistance? This week Evan and Tara are chatting about the intricacies of organizational change. We unravel the complexities surrounding change initiatives, shedding light on the five key ...
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Season 4
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Episode 141
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1:22:16
Navigating Parenthood: Insights First-Time Dad on Fatherhood and Personal Growth with guest Lendo Mutambala
This week on Unpacked, we have the privilege of hosting Lendo Mutambala, the dynamic host of The Super Daddy Club podcast. Lendo is a devoted parent with a mission to empower fathers and transform their parenting journeys. Through his podcast, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 140
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1:12:45
Empowering Educators: Growth Strategies from Author and Educator with guest Lisa Bush
This week on Unpacked we chat with guest Lisa Bush, an American Canadian writer, educator, and storyteller with over 16 years of experience in the field. Lisa's rich background spans the worlds of education, fine arts, and mental health, giving...
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Season 4
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Episode 139
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1:18:21
Finding strength in vulnerability: an adult adoptees personal growth journey with guest Susan
Join us in a powerful episode as we sit down with the incredible Susan, a friend, child educator, and advocate for vulnerability and growth. Susan shares her courageous story of seeking out her birth mother, navigating through the complexities ...
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Season 4
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Episode 138
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1:04:00
Growing up in Northern Haiti and Immigrating to Canada with Jessica Geffrard
This week on Unpacked we are chatting with Jessica Geffrard, administrator, wife, mama and former leader of the Petite Anse Kids Feeding Project in Haut Limbe, Haiti. The Unpacked Team met Jessica several years ago when travelling to Haiti with...
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Season 4
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Episode 137
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1:03:03
From No Fixed Address: Serving Radical Hospitality with Dignified Food Access in Calgary with guest Tyler Melnyk
This week on Unpacked we are chatting with guest Tyler Melnyk, Owner of No Fixed Addresss a Mobile Soup Kitchen. In this episode, we sit down with Tyler, the founder of "No Fixed Address," a mobile soup kitchen driven by a mission of radi...
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Season 4
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Episode 137
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59:05
Creating Safe Spaces: Nurturing Healing Through Writing with guest Deb Wandler
This week on Unpacked we are chatting with Deb Wandler, Retired Instructor of Human Services Programs at Selkirk College. Deb shares her inspiring stories of being a social worker creating safe environments for women to grow. Deb shares how she...
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Season 4
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Episode 136
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1:17:01
Unlocking Inner Peace: Transforming Anxiety and Fears with RTT and Hypnotherapy with guest Kate Semeniuk
This week on Unpacked we are chatting with guest Kate Semeniuk RTT® Hypnotherapy therapist. RTT stands for Rapid Transformation Therapy®, an innovative method founded by Marisa Peer that combines the best practices of Hypnotherapy, CBT ...
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Season 4
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Episode 135
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1:17:02
What does it mean to embrace all our relations with guests Stephen Waldschmidt and Tim Bratton (Burnt Thicket Theatre)
This week on Unpacked we are chatting with guests Stephen Waldschmidt, Artistic Director and Tim Bratton, Artistic Associate with Burnt Thicket Theatre. Get ready to be captivated, unsettled, and refreshed by "We Treaty People" - an original fi...
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Season 4
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Episode 134
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1:19:28
Child Safety Awareness and Healing with guest Leslie Bangamba
This week on Unpacked we are chatting with Leslie Bangamba, a devoted mom and passionate Child Safety Advocate. Leslie aims to inspire by showcasing her family's resiliency of turning their trauma into purpose. She is an official partner with D...
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Season 4
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Episode 133
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1:11:34