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The Weird Canadian

The Weird Canadian

Tired of playing it safe? Feeling boxed-in by the 9–5, mainstream media narratives, or a life that just doesn"t fit? Welcome to The Weird Canadian—where smart-but-stuck Canadians come to wake up, break out, and get real. This is your permission slip for weird, wild, soul-aligned living. We’re not here to sugarcoat. We’re here to shake things up—with truth-telling conversations, rebellious ideas, and raw explorations of what it really means to live on your own terms. Like sitting around a campfire

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00:52:56

The Dyslexic Professor: From 1st Grade Reading to Law...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/09/02

Episode Notes `In this powerful episode, we sit down with Russell Van Brocklen, known as "The Dyslexic Professor," who shares his incredible journey from struggling with 1st-grade reading and writing levels to becoming a successful law school graduate and education researcher. Russell's story isn't just inspiring—it's revolutionary. After being denied college credits despite earning an A- in a prestigious New York State Assembly internship, he was determined to fix the education system for

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00:48:53

The Paratrooper Who Threw Up Giving a Speech

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/08/29

Episode NotesFeatured Guest: Tim Newman - Communication Expert & Former Paratrooper Episode Highlights: 🪂 From military "badass" to college presentation disaster 🎯 How throwing up led to building a communication empire 💡 Why authenticity beats perfection in business 🚀 Practical strategies for overcoming speaking anxiety 🔥 Turning your biggest weakness into your superpower This episode is perfect for: • Entrepreneurs struggling with communication • Anyone with public speaking

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00:45:25

Wes Towers on AI as Your New Business Partner

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/08/26

Episode Notes In this episode, I'm joined by Wes Towers, the founder of Uplift 360, a web development and SEO agency specializing in the construction industry. Wes provides a masterclass on how to stop fearing AI and start using it as a powerful partner to grow your business. He shares his "Build, Maintain, Grow" methodology, a game-changing framework for creating and managing successful websites that deliver real results. We explore how AI can be used as a creative partner, a tool to

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00:48:09

How Heisenberg's CPU Network Decentralizes AI (and...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/08/22

Episode NotesIs the future of AI destined to be controlled by a handful of tech giants? Mori Zihayat, co-founder of the Heisenberg Network, argues for a different path—one where power is decentralized and accessible to everyone. In this conversation, Mori breaks down the vision for a human-centered AI built on a distributed network of CPUs. We explore why centralizing AI is the real risk, how "prompt-to-process" pipelines can provide AI agents with real-time context, and how you could get

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00:41:02

From Rock Bottom to $526K+ in Podcaster Payouts -...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/08/19

Episode NotesIn this powerful interview, we sit down with Alex Sanfilippo, founder of PodMatch - the revolutionary platform that's paid over $526,000 directly to podcasters worldwide. About Our Guest: Alex Sanfilippo is a serial entrepreneur who transformed personal failure into a thriving business that helps others succeed. After hitting financial and emotional rock bottom, he discovered a critical problem in the podcasting industry and built PodMatch to solve it. What We Cover: • Alex's

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00:51:20

Electoral Reform Deep Dive: Why 99% of Canadian Votes...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/08/15

Episode NotesEver wonder why your vote feels meaningless in Canada? You're not imagining it. In this eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Ted Craig from FairVote Canada to expose the shocking truth about our broken electoral system. We dive deep into why Canada's 150-year-old first-past-the-post voting system is failing modern democracy and explore the solutions that could transform how we're represented. What You'll Discover: • Why strategic voting is destroying authentic political choice •

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00:54:37

Why 99% of Business Leaders Fail at Innovation (LEGO...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/08/12

Episode NotesWhat if the secret to revolutionizing your business meetings isn't in the latest management theory, but in your childhood toy box? In this mind-bending conversation, I sit down with Dr. Kate Raynes-Goldie, a Canadian who became Australia's leading LEGO Serious Play expert and Chief Curiosity Officer. Kate's journey from serious Toronto academic to professional play advocate will challenge everything you think you know about work, innovation, and human potential. 🧱 GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Dr

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00:41:47

AI Lawyer: How I Used AI to Buy the UK's Oldest Law Firm

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/08/08

Episode Notes 🎙️ NEW EPISODE ALERT: The AI Lawyer Who Accidentally Bought the UK's Oldest Law Firm This conversation with Dr. Don Simmons is one of the most fascinating transformation stories I've ever recorded. What you'll hear: • How AI automation saved him from 1.5-day trademark responses • The serendipitous chain of events that led to acquiring a 140-year-old law firm • His "gray area" strategy for navigating AI legal compliance • Why trade secrets beat patents for AI innovations •

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00:43:51

Unlock Your True Self: A Deep Dive into Personality...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/08/05

Episode NotesIn this episode, we've repurposed the full audio and transcript to bring you his revolutionary approach to understanding yourself. Are you tired of personality tests like the Myers-Briggs (MBTI) that feel too simplistic? In this video, Eric Gee, creator of the Utopic 16 personality assessment and author of "The Power of Personality," introduces a new framework for understanding who you are. We explore the 16 animal personality types, from the pragmatic Smiths to the curious

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00:42:13

The AI Steve Jobs Predicted: Why Your Business Needs...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/08/01

Episode Notes Is the AI you're using actually built for your business, or is it just a generic encyclopedia? While tools like ChatGPT are powerful, they lack the context, values, and specific knowledge that make your business unique. In this episode, I talk to JB Herrera, an AI alchemist, small business growth journalist, and former Apple innovator. With over two decades of experience, JB designs bespoke AI systems that empower small companies to scale intelligently, turning their unique human

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00:27:59

CEO Reveals: How to Spot REAL AI Development Teams vs...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/07/29

Episode NotesIs your business at risk of falling for AI hype? Andy Hilliard, CEO of Accelerance, joins us to expose the red flags in AI development partnerships. Learn the #1 sign of fake AI capabilities, the essential 30-day roadmap for AI implementation, and why trust—not tech—is the real cornerstone of AI success. Protect your investment and transform your approach with actionable insights from an industry leader who's assessed over 10,000 global dev teams. 🔗 Find authentic AI partners:

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00:05:19

The $30 Billion EV Problem Canada Isn’t Telling You...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/07/25

Episode NotesCanada wants all off-road vehicles electric by 2035—but they’re skipping over the inconvenient truth: it could cost $30 billion and devastate rural communities. In this episode, I break down the five critical flaws in Canada's EV strategy and what needs to change before it’s too late. 🔍 What you'll learn: • Why 150,000 remote chargers at $200K each is a deal-breaker • The cultural and climate realities blocking rural EV adoption • How electric batteries fail in extreme cold • The math

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00:36:18

His Grandma Had a Stroke Before He Could Interview...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/07/22

Episode NotesWhen Christian’s grandmother had a stroke just days before their planned interview, he lost the chance to capture her life story forever. That heartbreaking moment inspired him to create Autograph AI, where his AI historian "Walter" preserves family memories through weekly calls. Join us as Christian shares how his personal tragedy sparked an innovation that ensures no story is ever lost. From Paraguay to Silicon Valley, discover why Autograph AI might just be the most

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00:20:32

Can This New Political Party Save Democracy? (Urgent...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/07/18

Episode NotesIn this episode, Evan Jaqua, founder of the Solutions Party, shares revolutionary ideas on ending political power addiction, eliminating reelections, and restoring credibility to journalism. Learn how these urgent reforms could save democracy. Tune in for an in-depth discussion! Support The Weird Canadian by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-weird-canadian Find out more at https://the-weird-canadian.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

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00:04:07

Canada's Electric Vehicle Reality Check: Why We're...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/07/11

Episode NotesCanada aims to go fully electric by 2035—but are we setting ourselves up for failure? Join me as I explore Canada's struggling EV industry, delayed investments, automakers' conflicting strategies, and why we're lagging far behind global leaders. Support The Weird Canadian by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-weird-canadian Find out more at https://the-weird-canadian.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

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00:35:47

This AI Assistant Will Replace Your Browser (And Your...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/07/09

Episode Notes🤖 In this exciting episode, Matthew White, CEO of Platypus OS, discusses his groundbreaking AI assistant that's reshaping the tech landscape. Find out how this innovation is poised to make traditional browsers obsolete and automate tasks typically handled by human employees. You'll learn: How AI assistants streamline routine business tasks The impact of AI on browsers and traditional user interfaces Strategies behind building a multi-million dollar, bootstrapped tech startup with

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00:53:46

Why Art Might Be the Key to Ending Gender Violence in...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/07/04

Episode NotesChristopher W. Quigley: Transforming Trauma into Public Art After surviving two strokes, Nova Scotia artist Christopher W. Quigley turned his recovery into a national mission. In this raw conversation, we talk about his art installation “Transformation of Dangerous Spaces,” masculinity, the roots of gender violence, and the power of asking better questions. 🔗 Mentioned in this episode: • https://alchemiaartworkshop.org • https://theweirdcanadian.ca 💬 Want to support or host

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00:18:34

How I Escaped 9–5 & Built a Freedom Business (with...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/07/01

Episode Notes This week, Cody talks with Nicky Billou—author, speaker, and self-described "world's greatest podcast guest"—about escaping traditional work, embracing entrepreneurship, and why Canada’s rural towns are the future of business growth. 🔥 Inside the episode: • Starting a biz without quitting your job • The people-first mindset every founder needs • Why "talk to 20 humans" is Nicky’s #1 tip • Rural revival & small-town innovation 🎙️ Listen now 🔗 Book a free call

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00:10:40

Canada's Democracy in Crisis? Bill C-5, Liberal Lies...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/06/29

Episode Notes Join The Weird Canadian as he dives into Canada's political chaos—covering the controversial Bill C-5, the Liberal government's deception, the unsettling G7 summit walkout, and the escalating global tensions around Iran and Israel. Is our democracy at stake? Tune in for this crucial episode of Real & Weird! Support The Weird Canadian by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-weird-canadian Find out more at https://the-weird-canadian.pinecast.co This

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00:27:52

Canada’s Biggest Financial Secret: Why We're Still...

The Weird Canadian ·

2025/06/27

Episode NotesIn this deep dive episode, The Weird Canadian reveals the hidden story behind Canada’s banking system. Learn how we nationalized our central bank yet missed the critical issue of debt-based money. Understand the real reasons behind the housing crisis, inflation, and wealth inequality in Canada today. Get informed and rethink your financial future. BankOfCanada #FederalReserve #CanadianHousingCrisis #InflationCanada #MoneyPrinting #TheWeirdCanadian #FinancialConspiracy #CanadianEconomy

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