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Maverick Makers

Michelle Daides

The Maverick Makers Podcast™ is where trailblazers, disruptors, and daring creatives come to share their stories. Host Michelle Daides sits down with bold, forward-thinking risk-takers—from entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs to innovators and artists—who are changing their industries and rewriting the rules. Each episode dives deep into the real stories behind the rise: the pivots, the failures, the breakthroughs, and the moments that sparked transformation. These are the voices of people from all

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26:45

Sarah Paul: Designing Inspired Spaces

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2025/02/06

What makes a space not just beautiful, but truly transformative? This week on Maverick Makers, host Michelle Daides sits down with Sarah Paul, Director of Interior Design at Hariri Pontarini Architects, to uncover the art of designing spaces that stand the test of time. From luxury residences to world-class cultural institutions, Sarah’s vision is shaping the future of interior architecture with a bold, wellness-focused approach.In This Episode: -How Sarah blends international influences and

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Marlina Ramchandran: Success with Startups

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2025/01/31

In this inspiring episode of the Maverick Makers Podcast, host Michelle Daides sits down withMarlina Ramchandran, a powerhouse in the world of startup growth and corporate partnerships. As Special Projects Manager at YSpace York University, Marlina plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation, spearheading impactful initiatives, and driving national expansion for women-focused programs. With over 20 years of experience across startup consulting, hospitality, education, and media, Marlina has

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30:04

Julia Suppa: From Traditional Media to Storytelling...

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2025/01/24

In this episode of the Maverick Makers Podcast, Michelle Daides sits down with Julia Suppa, an award-winning multi-platform media professional, producer, and consultant with over two decades of experience in the media industry. As the founder and president of Suppa Media, Julia specializes in helping businesses elevate their content creation through strategic storytelling, media marketing, video production, photography, social media management, and event production.We explore: -Julia’s journey

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53:11

Off The Cuff: Goals, Grief, and the Joys of...

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2025/01/17

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Maverick Makers Off The Cuff, an unscripted, unfiltered extension of the Maverick Makers Podcast. Host Michelle Daides reunites with two fascinating former guests, Julie Thurgood-Bennett and Will Greenblatt, for a spontaneous and lively roundtable discussion.In this new format, nothing is rehearsed, and the conversation flows freely. With curiosity as the compass, Michelle and her guests delve into a wide range of topics, including: Personal and professional

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Happy Holidays from Maverick Makers

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2024/12/24

Michelle and the team from Maverick Makers wish everyone all the best of the season.Need episodes arrive January 15th! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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34:00

Joe Gatto: Life From Scratch

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2024/12/13

Chef Joe Gatto, celebrated host of the hit TV show From Scratch on Pluto TV, joins Michelle to share his inspiring journey from filmmaker to chef. Joe began his career in filmmaking, but a desire to start a family led him to leave the fast-paced life of Los Angeles and pursue his passion for cooking. Inspired by his culinary idol, Emeril Lagasse, Joe made the leap into the world of scratch-made cooking and never looked back.Today, Joe is a private chef to A-list clients, including Boston Celtics

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28:01

Sandra Bekhor: Blending Mindset and Creativity to...

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2024/12/06

On this episode of Maverick Makers, host Michelle Daides sits down with Sandra Bekhor, a dynamic Practice Management Coach with a fascinating career journey that spans architecture, toy design, and professional coaching. Sandra’s unique path has informed her ability to guide professionals in unlocking their potential through a blend of strategic tools, authentic storytelling, and mindset coaching.Sandra’s experience helps her connect deeply with clients from diverse industries, empowering them to

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37:29

Vanessa Marshall: Redefining Beauty with the Earth in...

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2024/11/28

This week Michelle Daides sits down with Vanessa Marshall, a proud Edmontonian, Métis woman, and the visionary founder of Jack59. Vanessa’s journey from crafting haircare products in her kitchen to leading a globally recognized Indigenous-owned, women-led brand is a testament to her ingenuity, resilience, and unwavering commitment to sustainability.Vanessa shares the story behind Jack59’s mission to provide salon-quality, eco-friendly, plastic-free haircare products. Learn how her roots in Northern

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33:13

Karla Smith: The Power of Self-Love and Transformation

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2024/11/21

In this empowering episode of Maverick Makers, host Michelle Daides welcomes Karla Smith, a Personal Transformational Coach, Self-Love Expert, and the creator of The Monday Mantra Collective and Morning Mantra card deck. Karla is on a mission to help highly supportive women—who often put themselves last—embrace self-care, balance, and lasting joy.Karla shares her transformative approach to self-love, revealing how prioritizing oneself can lead to profound changes in every area of life. Known for

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31:34

Sholeh Alemi Fabbri: Creating Change Through...

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2024/11/14

In this insightful episode of Maverick Makers, Michelle Daides sits down with Sholeh Alemi Fabbri, an award-winning producer and founder of Good Measure Productions. With over 20 years of experience and three Canadian Screen Award nominations, Sholeh has made an impressive mark in content production, particularly with projects that merge storytelling and social impact. Most recently, Sholeh produced Meteor, a short animated documentary directed by Atefeh Khademolreza, which premiered at TIFF 2023

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43:03

Clare Kumar: Unlocking Human Potential

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2024/11/08

Host Michelle Daides welcomes Clare Kumar, a performance strategist, inclusivity advocate, to the Maverick Makers Podcast. Proudly neuroatypical, Clare has dedicated her career to helping organizations unlock human potential by fostering accessible and inclusive work environments. As the Canadian Regional Director for the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program, Clare is a champion for neurodiversity and non-visible challenges, advocating for environments that empower everyone to contribute their

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Jolene Brewster: Cowgirl Turned Tea Queen

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2024/10/31

Ready for another episode of the Maverick Makers Podcast? Michelle Daides chats with Jolene Brewster, the dynamic entrepreneur behind Jolene’s Tea House in Banff, Alberta. Once crowned Rodeo Queen and Calgary Stampede Queen in 2000, Jolene has seamlessly blended her Wild West roots with her passion for quality tea. Her tea house on historic Bear Street offers over 60 varieties of organic, hand-blended teas, each crafted to capture the essence of the Canadian Rockies.Jolene shares the story of her

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21:26

Mary Zamil: Let's Talk Mind, Body & Soul

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2024/10/25

In this powerful episode of Maverick Makers, host Michelle Daides is joined by Mary Zamil, a dedicated registered psychotherapist and founder of Mind Multitudes. Mary brings a deeply personal and empathetic approach to mental health, having navigated her own journey with anxiety. Rather than letting it control her life, she embarked on a profound exploration of mind-body practices—embracing mindfulness, meditation, yoga, and breathwork—to cultivate resilience and well-being.Through her practice,

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39:37

Chef Matt Basile: Playing With Fire!

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2024/10/17

Bring on the Fire....on this episode, Michelle Daides welcomes culinary maverick Chef Matt Basile, who has spent his career redefining what it means to innovate in the food industry. From founding Toronto’s iconic food truck brand Fidel Gastro’s to launching the hit gastropub Lisa Marie, Matt is no stranger to shaking up the culinary scene. Now, as co-founder of Alchemy Grills, he’s bringing that same disruptive energy to the world of barbecue and live-fire cooking.Matt shares his journey of

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30:51

Alanna McGinn: Secrets of Self Care and Sleep

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2024/10/10

In this episode of Maverick Makers, Michelle Daides welcomes Alanna McGinn, sleep expert and founder of Good Night Sleep Site, to explore the vital role sleep plays in our lives. As the creator of the Messy Middle Sleep Solution, Alanna has made it her mission to help people overcome their sleep struggles, whether they’re individuals, families, or even large corporations.With her vast expertise, Alanna shares practical advice on how to get quality rest, improve stress management, and wake up

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52:36

George Pimentel: A Passion For Capturing Iconic...

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2024/10/03

In this episode of Maverick Makers, Michelle Daides sits down with renowned entertainment photographer George Pimentel, whose career spans over 30 years. From TIFF and Cannes to the Oscars, Golden Globes, and the Met Gala, George has documented some of the most iconic moments in celebrity culture. His journey began in 1993 when he snapped his first celebrity photo of Robert De Niro at the Toronto Film Festival, using his trusty Hasselblad camera.With a unique style and passion for capturing stars

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Maverick Makers Inspiration Episode

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2024/09/27

In this special milestone episode of Maverick Makers, host Michelle Daides takes a look back at the past 30 episodes to highlight some of the most powerful insights and moments of inspiration from her incredible guests. Throughout the show, Michelle pulls out the gems and wisdom shared by some of the world’s most successful Mavericks, including marketing legend Tony Chapman, media personality and entrepreneur Erica Ehm, investor and mentor Mike Fata, financial commentator Pattie Lovett-Reid, and

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40:41

Elvira V. Hopper: Big Pharma to Big Dreams - Her...

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2024/09/19

In this compelling episode of Maverick Makers, Michelle Daides welcomes the extraordinary Elvira V. Hopper, a woman who turned her life around in her late 40s to embrace her true calling. Elvira shares her powerful 'Crap Magnet to Miracle Magnet' story, detailing how a blessed mental breakdown led her to leave behind an award-winning six-figure career in Big Pharma—what she calls the 'Golden Handcuffs'—and step into her 'Authentic Act 2.'Elvira’s journey is nothing short of miraculous. After

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34:24

Jake Gold: A Life of Legendary Music

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2024/09/12

In this episode of Maverick Makers, host Michelle Daides sits down with one of Canada's most legendary artist managers, Jake Gold. With an illustrious career that spans decades, Jake shares insights from his journey in the music industry, from founding The Management Trust in 1981 to playing a pivotal role in shaping iconic Canadian bands like The Tragically Hip and The Pursuit of Happiness.Known for his keen eye for talent, Jake discusses his time as a judge on the hit national TV show Canadian

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1:55

Quick Message from Michelle!

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2024/08/25

The Podcast returns September 15 with new episodes! Don't forget to hit Follow on your podcast app so you never miss an episode. In the meantime - check out our episodes to date here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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