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Tales of the Town

Real people. Real Stories. Tales of the Town is a storytelling podcast that celebrates those real moments from our shared human experience. Listen in to hear real funny, heartfelt, and brave slices of life that reveal what it means to be human. Hosted by Tina Huynh, Tales of the Town invites you to slow down, listen in, and rediscover the art of storytelling by sharing and listening to one another.

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55: Move Better, Age Better: Real Talk with a...

Tales of the Town ·

2025/07/31

In this value-packed episode of Tina's Arena, Stuart shares how a painful foot deformity and surgery at age 18 sparked his lifelong mission to help others heal through movement. Now a regulated kinesiologist in Ontario, Stuart dives deep into his journey from a young athlete recovering from surgery to a movement educator helping clients from age 10 to 80+ reclaim strength, balance, and confidence. He explains the difference between kinesiology and other health professions, why muscle mass

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26:41

54: Unmasking, the Journey Back to Myself | Tina Brigley

Tales of the Town ·

2025/07/24

Tina Brigley opens up about the moment a guided inner child session helped her confront a buried childhood memory—and changed everything. What began as a hypnosis session turned into a mirror reflecting back decades of people-pleasing, self-sacrifice, and fear of being seen as “too much.” Tina courageously shares the story of bullying someone as a child, the shame that shaped her identity, and how that moment led her to overcompensate with kindness, always seeking validation. She’s now

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25:22

53: From Med School Dreams to Managing Money |...

Tales of the Town ·

2025/07/17

Youssef Haidar shares how he was raised in a culture where becoming a doctor, engineer, or lawyer was the only path to success. Youssef followed the science route until a certain conversation made him question it all. What began as a part-time bank teller job to pay tuition turned into a passion for numbers, market trends, and helping people build wealth. He shares advice for new investors, explains why starting early matters, and offers powerful insights on debt, planning, and how to take

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20:43

52: Scientist by Degree, Space Holder by Destiny |...

Tales of the Town ·

2025/07/10

Ola shares her story of leaving behind a successful but unfulfilling career in science to follow her passion for community, creativity, and movement. Growing up in a culture where only careers like engineering or medicine were seen as valid, she pushed herself to earn a master’s degree in stem cell research—only to realize it wasn’t aligned with her spirit. Through retreats, dancing, and holding space for women, Ola has built something beautiful and brave: a life and business that feels

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16:29

E51: A Hidden Brain Condition Changed Her Life...

Tales of the Town ·

2025/07/03

KC Eames shares the story of how a sudden health crisis flipped her life upside down. What began as a strange headache turned out to be a brainstem bleed caused by a rare cluster of blood vessels. With no treatment available and surgery too risky, KC was left with emotional trauma—and a choice. Over time, she’s transformed that fear into fierce gratitude, reclaimed her adventurous spirit, and become more connected, expressive, and alive than ever before. She talks about identity,

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24:24

50: A Surfing Trip That Became a Spiritual Awakening...

Tales of the Town ·

2025/06/26

Leone shares how a surf trip to Peru's legendary waves became so much more than a physical adventure. Battling exhaustion, fear, and a lost surfboard on day one, she was rescued by a mysterious, smiling local surfer who reminded her that joy is possible even in chaos. Throughout the week, she found deep clarity about her purpose—leading her to commit to becoming a life coach and writing a book called Take a Chance on You. Leone’s story is a beautiful blend of courage, humor, and the magic

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20:24

49: Yana’s Journey of Joy, Dance, and New Beginnings

Tales of the Town ·

2025/06/19

Yana shares her unexpected journey from Ukraine to Windsor, Canada. What began as a short trip for a cousin’s wedding turned into a permanent life shift due to the outbreak of war. Yana opens up about adjusting to a new country, building a life in Windsor, and finding community through dance. She reflects on how surrendering to life’s flow—paired with a deep love of joy, spirituality, and movement—led her to meet her husband, co-organize Kizomba events, and even launch a YouTube comedy

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23:38

48: 11.5 Hours, 60 Obstacles, Endless Mud: My Spartan...

Tales of the Town ·

2025/06/12

I completed my first Spartan Ultra 50K in 11.5 hours—through rocks, mud, lightning, and self-doubt—and lived to tell the messy story!TIMESTAMPS00:00 – I Finished a 50K Spartan Ultra! (And Got Bronze)04:43 – Gear Talk: Shoes, Insoles, and Tradeoffs06:10 – Transition Zone Decisions: No Sock Change10:45 – Fueling: Maple Syrup + Maltodextrin Homemade Gels12:00 – Transition Bucket Essentials (What I Packed vs. What I Used)14:57 – Would I Do This Race Again? (Spoiler: Probably Not)18:00 –

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11:10

47: A Training Update on My First 50 km Ultramarathon

Tales of the Town ·

2025/05/09

I’m ten days away from running a 50K Spartan Ultra, and I’m not going to lie—I’m terrified. This episode is a raw, honest look at my training journey: from zero miles per week to 30+, battling illness, and managing injury... I talk about what I wish I had done differently, how I’m mentally preparing, and why even being scared means I’ve chosen the right goal. If you’re training for your first big race or just love hearing what it takes to push your limits—this one’s for

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22:15

From Pain to Power: Diana’s Healing Journey Through...

Tales of the Town ·

2025/04/12

Diana opens up about the series of traumatic events that changed the course of her life—three major accidents, chronic pain, and the emotional toll of living with diabetes. Through her own healing process using Reiki, clinical hypnotherapy, somatic therapy, and a powerful shift in mindset, she found not only relief but also a new purpose. Now Diana helps others tap into their own ability to heal. From the power of loving self-talk to building a deeper connection with pain, this episode is

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44: The Mindset Shift that Enabled Me to do a 30 Min...

Tales of the Town ·

2025/03/24

Andrea Chapman Anderson shares her transformative experience with cold plunging, revealing how focusing on the good can shift your mindset, build resilience, and improve emotional well-being.Find Andrea at:https://andreachapmananderson.com/4simplerecipeshttps://www.instagram.com/andreachapmananderson#ColdPlunge #MindsetShift #OvercomingFear #EmotionalResilience #WellnessJourney #SelfGrowth #NervousSystemRegulation #StressRelief #TinasArenacold plunge benefits, mindset shift, overcoming

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20:34

Finding Joy in the Hardest Moments with Seba Haddad

Tales of the Town ·

2025/03/04

Seba shares her powerful journey of discovering that joy is an internal experience, even through profound loss, and how it shaped her approach to life, creativity, and branding.Find Seba online:https://www.designrepublicstudio.com/https://instagram.com/designrepublic_ ----TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Welcome to Tina’s Arena01:39 - Choosing Joy, Even in Difficult Times06:02 - Letting Go of Expectations08:29 - The Power of Balance: Why Being a ‘Five’ Matters12:12 - Creativity, Self-Expression &

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9:58

42: I'm back, and I'm going to be an ultrarunner!

Tales of the Town ·

2025/02/15

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4:36

E41: A New Direction

Tales of the Town ·

2024/12/17

I am taking this channel into a new direction in the new year!

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21:18

40: Overwhelm, Anxiety and Motherhood with Judy Pellow

Tales of the Town ·

2024/12/03

Today, we're joined by Judy, a coach and elementary school teacher, who opens up about her struggles with anxiety and the overwhelming demands of motherhood. Judy discusses how implementing small, manageable self-care routines helped her regain control and provide a better environment for her family. From using mindfulness techniques to control anxiety to introducing a toy rotation system to manage household clutter, Judy's story is a heartfelt guide on how mothers can prioritize their

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12:07

39: Five Daily Habits Everyone Must Practice

Tales of the Town ·

2024/11/23

Explore five simple, transformative daily habits that can lead to a healthier, more successful life.Keywords: daily habits, healthy lifestyle, success habits, goal setting, exercise, meal preparation, personal connections, self-reflection, life improvementHashtags: #DailyHabits #HealthyLifestyle #MindfulLiving #GoalSetting #ExerciseDaily #CookYourFood #ConnectDeeply #SelfReflection #LifeSuccess

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38: Identity Change for Easier Decisions

Tales of the Town ·

2024/11/12

Hello, dear friends. Welcome back to another episode of Tina's Arena. Today, we're diving deep into how small, consistent actions can lead to profound changes in our identity. Over the past six months, my journey to make the gym a non-negotiable part of my daily routine has taught me a lot about myself. It has become more than just a place to exercise; it's where I reinforce my commitment to health, proving to myself that I am someone who cares deeply about my well-being. This

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10:13

37: How to build a new exercise habit

Tales of the Town ·

2024/11/05

Join me as I share the gradual steps of creating sustainable gym and nutrition habits after overcoming fitness setbacks.

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8:06

36: Counting Calories

Tales of the Town ·

2024/10/24

I decided to start counting calories again. In this episode I talk about my mindset with calorie counting this time around and how I am going to make it healthy and sustainable.

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12:52

35: Nutrition and Healthy Eating Habits

Tales of the Town ·

2024/10/15

Welcome back to Tina’s Arena. In this episode, we dive into the essentials of nutrition that have transformed my health journey. From growing up without a foundation in healthy eating to overcoming eating disorders and discovering what truly works, I unravel the simplicity behind effective nutrition habits. We'll explore the importance of balanced meals, the power of consistency, and how to wisely choose what we consume. This isn’t about complicated diets or trendy fitness hacks; it’s about

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