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Dave Graham & Peter McCully

LISTEN UP! Whether you"re a longtime local or just discovering our corner of paradise On Vancouver Island in Parksville Qualicum Beach, Nanoose, Arrowsmith Coombs or Lighthouse Country - tune in to the Pulse. The Pulse Community Podcast tells the stories of the people and places that make our coastal communities unique. SIGN UP! Subscribe now to catch every episode!

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55:55

Sun Fest Founder Greg Adams & Dr. Anne Herdman Royal...

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2026/04/07

"Send us a text about this episode!" This Episode Features: (30:35) Greg Adams, founder of Lake Town Ranch and Sun Fest joins the podcast The undrafted NHL defenceman who played 545 games across a decade-long pro career talks about growing up in the Cowichan Valley, playing alongside Mark Messier in Edmonton the year after Gretzky was traded, and the Tampa festival in 1999 that made him turn to his wife Judy and say: Why don't we have this at home? That question became Sun Fest - hosting worl...

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34:01

So You're Thinking of Voting in an Election

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2026/04/07

"Send us a text about this episode!" In this episode of Nonpartisan Hacks, Joel Grenz and Sean Wood go full civics class -the fun kind - on what it actually means to be a thoughtful voter. From the difference between local, provincial, and federal elections to party slates, candidate vetting, and whether politicians actually lie, Joel and Sean break down the mechanics of democratic participation with the candour of two people who've sat on both sides of the ballot. Prompted in part by the cur...

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52:35

Karen Peters - Parenting Within Interracial Adoption

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2026/04/07

"Send us a text about this episode!" Why You Should Listen to This Episode If you’ve ever thought about what it truly means to be an ally — not just in words, but in the daily, lived work of parenting — this episode will stay with you. Karen Peters and her husband Chris chose to grow their family through adoption, and what followed was an eye-opening, heart-wrenching, and ultimately beautiful journey of learning. From actively dismantling their own white privilege to celebrating and ins...

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42:45

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2026/03/31

"Send us a text about this episode!" Why You Should Listen to This Episode: If you’ve ever wondered what it actually takes to make a small town’s business community thrive — not just survive — Daniella Novak has the answer, and she delivers it with the conviction of someone who grew up here, built a career here, and isn’t done yet. Then Laura Kelsey walks in and reminds you that creativity has no ceiling — a singer, songwriter, filmmaker, and poet who can tell you why fish sing and why a trai...

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40:19

Marj Busse — "What We Focus On Increases"

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2026/03/31

"Send us a text about this episode!" Why You Should Listen to This Episode If you've ever wondered how the lessons passed down in childhood can shape an entire career — and a life of purpose — this episode is for you. Marj Busse grew up in a military family and carries a simple yet powerful piece of wisdom from her father that has stayed with her to this day. Her journey into leadership coaching is as much about self-discovery as it is about helping others grow. Whatever you put your attentio...

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49:55

Breaking Barriers in Parksville & “Cheapskate in...

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2026/03/24

"Send us a text about this episode!" Why You Should Listen to This Episode: If you've ever watched someone struggle to reach the beach, navigate a cracked sidewalk, or find a parking spot that simply doesn't exist — this episode will change how you see your own community. Ralph and Maggie Tietjen of Access Oceanside Association bring hard numbers, personal heartbreak, and genuine hope to the conversation about what it would take to make Parksville the most accessible community in Canada. And ...

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49:50

What happens when a 20-year-old city councillor grows...

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2026/03/24

"Send us a text about this episode!" In this episode of Nonpartisan Hacks, Joel Grenz and Sean Wood sit down with George Anderson, MLA for Nanaimo-Lantzville, former Nanaimo city councillor, commercial lawyer, and Parliamentary Secretary for Transit. Anderson shares what it was like being the youngest person at the council table by four decades, how he went from door-knocking to Treasury Board, and what he believes is the most expensive material in home construction today. The conversation sp...

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42:53

Dr. Erica Harris - How Cancer Became the Road She Was...

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2026/03/24

"Send us a text about this episode!" Why You Should Listen to This Episode If you've ever had life take a turn you didn't choose, this episode is for you. Dr. Erica Harris received a two-month terminal diagnosis in 2012 and somehow turned that devastating detour into the most purposeful chapter of her life. Her story isn't about toxic positivity — it's about the raw, honest work of surviving, finding meaning, and ultimately thriving. The message from her son that kept her going during her dar...

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40:04

April Wine Headlines Parksville’s BeachFest & Skull...

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2026/03/17

"Send us a text about this episode!" Why You Should Listen to This Episode: If you've ever air-guitared to "I Like to Rock," wondered what it takes to build a brand over five decades, or just love hearing stories that remind you why mid-Island life is something special, this episode delivers. Lloyd Derry pulls back the curtain on the most exciting Beach Fest summer concert series in Parksville's history — including a mystery concert that will be the biggest show the area has ever seen. And “P...

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41:08

Serena Klaver — Building Your Toolkit: The My True...

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2026/03/17

"Send us a text about this episode!" Why You Should Listen to This Episode If you've ever felt like stress was getting the better of you, or wondered whether resilience is something you can actually learn, this conversation is for you. Serena brings both professional expertise and genuine personal vulnerability — a rare combination. Whether you're a student navigating an overwhelming season, a parent watching your kids struggle, or simply someone looking for a more grounded way to move throug...

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53:04

Colin James Brings His “Chasing the Sun” Tour to...

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2026/03/10

"Send us a text about this episode!" Why You Should Listen to This Episode: This one has real range — and real heart. If you've ever loved a blues-rock record, been curious about what drives a local business community, or just wanted to hear two genuinely fascinating people share their stories, this episode is for you. Colin James opens up in a way you rarely hear from a musician of his stature — honest, funny, and reflective. And Dr. Omar Karim brings an energy and global perspective to loca...

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27:39

Pulling Every Lever: Advocacy from the Local Level Up

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2026/03/10

"Send us a text about this episode!" What does it actually take to get something into a government budget? In this episode of Nonpartisan Hacks, Joel Grenz and Sean Wood go behind the scenes on Sean’s multi-year advocacy journey to increase the Volunteer First Responder Tax Credit — first at the federal level, then provincially in British Columbia. From jogging past the fire hall in Parksville to sitting in the legislature on budget day, it’s a story about persistence, relationships, and pull...

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25:32

Cyprine Omollo — Breaking the Cycle: Empowering Women...

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2026/03/10

"Send us a text about this episode!" Cyprine Omollo joins A Resilience Project to share a remarkable and deeply moving story of personal transformation and community impact. As Program Manager of Clean Start Kenya, Cyprine leads an organization dedicated to helping women and girls successfully transition back into society after serving time in prison or juvenile detention. Cyprine's journey begins from a place of profound vulnerability. Having been imprisoned herself after falling into debt a...

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50:40

Jeff Shields Demystifies AI & Award Winning Author...

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2026/03/03

"Send us a text about this episode!" This Episode Features: (23:51) Jeff Shields of Parksville has been working in web development for over 30 years and now speaks to groups across British Columbia about artificial intelligence. In a conversation that is equal parts practical and eye-opening, Jeff shows how AI can plan your weekly meals from a photo of your fridge, review your investment portfolio, teach you Italian pronunciation, and turn a two-month coding project into two days of work. He ...

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45:31

Alvin Law – Born Without Arms, Challenging Boundaries

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2026/03/03

"Send us a text about this episode!" Alvin Law joins A Resilience Project to share a most remarkable stories of human resilience. Born without arms as a direct result of the Thalidomide drug scandal of the early 1960s — Alvin was placed in foster care at just five days old. Through the unwavering dedication of his adoptive parents, Alvin learned to use his feet as hands — a testament to what becomes possible when we refuse to be defined by our limitations. During his teen years, Alvin discove...

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47:49

Comedian Derek Edwards Vancouver Island Tour & The...

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2026/02/24

"Send us a text about this episode!" This Episode Features: (24:44) Derek Edwards, one of Canada's most beloved stand-up comedians, brings his brand-new Oxymoron Tour to Vancouver Island this March with four stops across the Island. Derek talks about more than three decades on the road — from his first open mic night at a smoke-filled Yuk Yuk's in Yorkville, to navigating blizzards on Ontario backroads, to the baby who genuinely upstaged him mid-show. https://derekedwards.ca/tour-dates/ (07:1...

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46:26

From Council Table to Caucus Room: Peter Milobar’s...

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2026/02/24

"Send us a text about this episode!" In this episode of Nonpartisan Hacks, Joel Grenz and Sean Wood sit down with Peter Milobar, MLA for Kamloops Centre and BC Conservative leadership candidate. Milobar’s political résumé spans city councillor, three-term mayor, regional district chair, and provincial legislator — what Sean calls “a full political bingo card.” The conversation covers what he learned managing a city through the 2008 financial crisis, why infrastructure funding has dried up, an...

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34:19

Dr. Rob Lees - Supporting Veterans & Building...

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2026/02/24

"Send us a text about this episode!" This Episode Features: Dr. Rob Lees, Registered Psychologist, joins A Resilience Project to shed light on the unique challenges many veterans face both during military service and after returning home from their tour of duty. Drawing on his clinical expertise, Dr. Lees explores what it means to find genuine meaning and purpose in life — and why doing so is central to our wellbeing and happiness. Dr. Lees also offers an inspiring look at the creative progra...

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43:36

Juno Nominated Blues Artist Crystal Shawanda and Art...

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2026/02/17

"Send us a text about this episode!" This Episode Features: (16:45) Crystal Shawanda, Juno-nominated blues artist shares her powerful journey from gold-selling country music star to acclaimed blues performer. Growing up in a First Nations community, Crystal faced bullying and industry rejection before finding her authentic voice in blues music. Crystal discusses her recent Juno nomination for "Sing Pretty Blues" and her ongoing mission to represent Indigenous artists in mainstream music...

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32:37

NY Times Bestseller Bob Goff: From "Why Me" to "What...

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2026/02/17

"Send us a text about this episode!" This Episode Features: Bob Goff, NY Times bestselling author and self-described "recovering lawyer," joins The Resilience Project to share his transformative approach to life's challenges. After 25 years practicing law and serving as Honorary Consul to Uganda, Goff gave up his law firm to pursue writing and speaking full time. As the author of beloved books "Love Does" and "Everybody Always," Goff brings his signature whimsy and playfulness to help listene...

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