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Welcome to the Effing Details Podcast - Vancouver’s Kick-Ass Business Stories Unleashed.

Mark and Jill Simmons

This is the podcast where real entrepreneurs pull back the curtain on what it actually takes to build, grow, and survive in business. No sugar-coating, no corporate fluff - just raw conversations, hard-earned lessons, and the details that make all the difference. From WTF moments to breakthrough wins, we dig into the unfiltered stories that fuel Vancouver’s most driven business minds.

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01:12:39

From Nuclear Science to Immigration Consulting: The...

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2025/10/21

In Episode 13 of the Effing Details Podcast, we explore the extraordinary journey of Dr. Alex Titov, founder of @anyvisaimmigration who went from being a nuclear scientist in the USSR to a leading immigration consultant in Canada.Dr. Titov’s story is one of reinvention and relentless curiosity. He holds a Master’s Degree in Engineering Physics, a Master’s Degree in Finance, and a Ph.D. in Business Administration - in addition to Real Estate Trade and Immigration Law Practice degrees with Honours.In

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00:53:17

Dr Marcia: Healing Spines with Military Precision

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2025/10/07

Dr. Marcia: Healing Spines with Military Precision | Effing Details Podcast - Episode 11From military service to chiropractic care, Dr. Marcia Halajeski’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Based in Vancouver, BC, Dr. Marcia brings the discipline, precision, and resilience she honed in the Canadian military into her practice as a chiropractor. In this episode of the Effing Details Podcast, we dive into her unique story, the lessons she carried from her military career, and how she helps people

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00:46:24

What Makes a Creative Entrepreneur Successful? Flora...

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2025/09/23

What does it really take to thrive as a creative entrepreneur? In this episode, we sit down with Flora Gordon, graphic designer, business owner, and founder of ImageImage Agency, to explore the mindset, habits, and strategies that set successful creatives apart.Flora shares her journey as a designer, entrepreneur, and educator revealing the lessons she’s learned building a business around creativity while balancing the demands of leadership and artistry. If you’re a creative professional,

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00:56:19

From Pain To Real Estate POWER: Realtor Rhiannon...

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2025/09/09

Realtor Rhiannon Foster: From Pain To Real Estate Power - Effing Details Podcast Episode 10.Step into another powerful episode of the Effing Details Podcast with hosts Mark and Jill Simmons, where real stories meet raw truth.In this episode we sit down with Rhiannon Foster, one of Vancouver’s rock star residential realtors. Rhiannon opens up about her journey - from her love of dance and passion for European football, to the childhood trauma she overcame and how those experiences shaped the

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00:42:19

Cat Carroll on Resilience, Finance, and Finding Strength

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2025/08/26

Cat Carroll on Resilience, Finance, and Finding Strength - Episode#9Vancouver’s kick-ass business stories unleashed✨ In this episode of Effing Details Podcast, we sit down with Cat Carroll - a financial broker whose journey has taken her across the world, through unforgettable adventures, and the depths of profound tragedy. Cat’s story is raw, real, and inspiring. She reminds us that no matter the ups and downs life throws our way, the key is to listen inward and keep moving forward.🔗 Connect with

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01:04:16

Mark Graber's EPIC Business Journey from Surf to...

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2025/08/12

Mark Graber’s Epic Business Journey: From Surf to Success 🌊🏄‍♂️💼 - Effing Details Podcast Episode 8.In this inspiring episode of the Effing Details podcast, hosts Mark & Jill Simmons sit down with Mark Graber - a passionate surfer, adventurous traveler, dedicated math teacher, successful entrepreneur, and published author.From catching waves to catching big business opportunities, Mark shares his unique approach to balancing adventure, education, and entrepreneurship. You’ll hear:✅ How

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00:29:10

To Win BIG in Business, Are You Ready for a MAJOR...

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2025/07/29

🎙️ Episode 7 – To Win Big in Business, Are You Ready for a MAJOR Sacrifice?In this raw and revealing episode of Effing Details, Mark Simmons and Jill Simmons dive into what it really takes to win big in business. Spoiler alert: it's not all hustle and hype—sometimes, it means giving something up. A lot of somethings, actually.Are you prepared to make the kind of sacrifices that separate the dreamers from the doers? This episode isn’t just about strategy—it’s about mindset, commitment, and the very

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00:46:01

How Wrestling Grew An Entrepreneur - The Andy...

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2025/07/15

🎙️ ANDY CAPADOUCA'S Inspiring Journey From College Athlete to Business Owner! | Effing Details Podcast - Episode 6From the wrestling mat to rolling out the red carpet in high-end painting, Andy Capadouca’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode of the Effing Details Podcast, we sit down with Andy Capadouca, founder of Cogito Painting in Nanaimo, BC, to explore how discipline, grit, and vision helped him transition from college athlete to successful business owner.You’ll hear

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00:28:34

The Secret to Business Networking - It's Not What You...

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2025/07/01

The Secret to Business Networking - It's Not What You Think - Effing Details Podcast Episode 5(NOTE: sorry about the blur for the first 4 mins of Mark's video. The Cam tried hard to blur him out but he won in the end.)Feeling like you’re building your business all alone? You're not the only one—and more importantly, you're not stuck that way.In this episode of the Effing Details Podcast, we’re breaking down how to unlock your business network—even if you feel like you have zero

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00:46:20

Effing Details Podcast - Episode #4 - The Hazel...

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2025/06/17

Some people just leave a mark - and Hazel Walker is one of them.Author. International speaker. Multi-country business owner. Global wanderer. But Hazel’s story didn’t begin with success - it began with resistance. From negativity at home and challenges at work to moments of deep personal struggle, Hazel had to carve her path from scratch. And yes, that path also included Girl Guide cookies.What carried her through? One word: Perseverance.In Episode 4 of the Effing Details Podcast, Hazel Walker joins

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00:27:01

Effing Details Podcast Episode #3 - Who's On Third?

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2025/06/03

🎙️ Effing Details Podcast – Episode #3: Who’s on ThirdBaseball, Churros, and Ted Talks—yeah, they’ve got something in common.Ever stopped doing something you loved because of someone else’s bullshit? Yeah, us too.In this episode, we get real about the fear, confusion, self-doubt, and past voices that held us back—from baseball to playing guitar to standing on a stage. We talk about the moments that made us quit and what it took to find our way back.👀 What if the world looked a little different—if

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00:27:29

Effing Details Podcast - Episode 2 - Confidence? What...

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2025/05/20

Confidence? What Confidence?Yep… that’s the question.In Episode 2, Jill and Mark Simmons pull back the curtain on where it all began. Is building a life and business simple? Absolutely not. There are layers—messy, unpredictable, and deeply human layers.We’ve been through it all—highs, lows, and everything in between. That’s the reality of chasing something EPIC. It’s not an overnight success story. And it’s definitely not a solo mission. One of the biggest pitfalls? Asking too many people for their

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00:12:42

The Pilot Episode - Give It A Chance

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2025/02/09

Fuck The DetailsIn our pilot episode we start where we start - at the very beginning by practicing what we preach. We built a podcast around our cool logo and some swag. We didn't get lost in the details.Want to start to create an epic life or business...start here. Let that shit go!

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