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Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich

Ship of Fools Podcast with Steven Malkowich

Welcome to Ship of Fools with host Steven Malkowich - Where Wit Meets Wisdom. Our title is ironic. Our intent is genuine. Hosted by Steven Malkowich, this podcast explores the limits of what we know. From culture and technology to belief systems and big questions, we seek clarity in the chaos of modern life. Whether you’re intellectually curious, spiritually skeptical, or just tired of surface-level noise — you’re welcome aboard. Follow us on all the social media channels or wherever you watch

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00:59:08

Laughing With Purpose: Comedy, Identity & Recovery...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2026/01/06

What happens when humour becomes a bridge—not a shield?In this episode of Ship of Fools, we sit down with Trevor Jang—a journalist-turned stand-up comedian, award-winning writer, and Indigenous & Chinese-Canadian storyteller using comedy to explore identity, recovery, and being truly seen.Trevor shares how humour became a tool rather than a defense mechanism, how he learned to talk about recovery without turning it into a trauma dump, and why comedy can open conversations most people

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01:04:12

Why BC-Built Solar Beats China Imports | Chris Voute,...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/12/30

In this episode of Ship of Fools Podcast, Steven Malkowich sits down with Chris Voute, founder of Lumera Solar.Chris shares his self-taught journey into solar, the birth of Lumera, and why he chose to manufacture solar products in British Columbia instead of China. The conversation also explores whether solar is truly practical for off-grid living in Canada, common misconceptions about solar performance, and what energy independence actually looks like.This is a grounded, real-world discussion about

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01:00:05

The Real Cost of Tariffs on Small Business |...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/12/23

In this episode of Ship of Fools Podcast, we speak with Dave Armstrong, founder of CS Designs, about the real-world impact tariffs have on small businesses.Dave shares firsthand insight into how importing and exporting have become more complex, expensive, and unpredictable — and how those pressures ripple through pricing, operations, and long-term planning. This is an honest, ground-level conversation about trade, supply chains, and what business owners are actually facing behind the scenes.If

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01:02:34

Building a Legacy with Troy Van Vliet: The Story...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/12/16

What does it take to build something that truly lasts?In this episode, Troy Van Vliet shares the personal journey behind the creation of Saint John Paul II Academy’s permanent campus in South Surrey. From growing up in a family of builders to leading a complex, community-driven project through years of challenges, Troy reflects on leadership, responsibility, and the importance of building with purpose.We explore how sports, entrepreneurship, family life, and service shaped Troy’s approach, the

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00:49:32

Alex Alegria: Our First Live Mariachi Performance &...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/12/09

Alex Alegria — the “King of Mariachi” and founder of Los Dorados — joins us for the first-ever live in-studio performance on the Ship of Fools Podcast. He shares his journey from Oaxaca to Vancouver, his impact on multicultural music in Canada, and how Los Dorados built a powerful community through mariachi.Learn more about Los Dorados: https://www.losdoradoscanada.com/

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01:02:21

Ray Goldenchild on FIFA Vancouver, Rising Costs & the...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/12/02

Is the FIFA World Cup worth the massive price tag for Vancouver?Soccer coach Ray Goldenchild breaks down the rising costs, the risks to taxpayers, and what the event could mean for local soccer.Soccer coach and Orix Academy founder Ray Goldenchild joins us for a candid conversation about the rising costs, the public risks, and whether the tournament will bring real value to the community.Ray breaks down why he believes the benefits might not match the hype — and what he’d change if he were running

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01:04:14

Is Your Land Title at Risk? Cowichan Ruling, Eby’s...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/11/27

This episode explains the Cowichan title ruling, what it does and does not change for private land titles, why the Province — led by Premier David Eby — has filed an appeal, and how this could affect property rights, lending, insurance, and development decisions across B.C.Guest Adam Pankratz also shares why th⁠e Public Land Use Society (PLUS)⁠ was created and how British Columbians can engage in land-use decisions that shape the province’s future.A must-listen for anyone who owns land, rents,

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00:58:26

Rod Giltaca: The Truth Behind Canada’s Firearms Debate

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/11/18

Follow the Ship of Fools Podcast — Where Wit Meets Wisdom.Honest conversations. Sharp perspectives. Stories that shape Canada.In this episode, Rod Giltaca, CEO & Executive Director of the Canadian Coalition for Firearms Rights, joins Steven Malkowich for a candid conversation about one of the most polarizing issues in the country: Canada’s firearms debate.Rod shares why he founded the CCFR, what the organization actually does, and how years of misconceptions have shaped the national

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01:05:38

Manny Sobral: The Olympic Boxer Who Never Stopped...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/11/11

Subscribe to Ship of Fools Podcast — Where Wit Meets Wisdom.Real conversations. Real people. Real stories that hit harder.From Olympic heartbreak to world-title glory, Manny Sobral’s story proves that true champions never stop fighting.Host Steven Malkowich sits down with the IBO World Champion and 1988 Olympian for an unforgettable conversation about grit, redemption, and finding purpose beyond the ring.Born in Spain and raised in Vancouver, Manny built a career defined by discipline and comeback

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00:57:29

Carson Binda Reveals Canada’s Top 10 Political Fools

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/11/04

The countdown you weren’t supposed to hear — Canada’s Top 10 Political Fools, exposed one by one.Who are Canada’s biggest political fools of 2025? Host Steven Malkowich is joined by Carson Binda, BC Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, for a no-holds-barred countdown of government blunders, wasted millions, and the year’s most outrageous examples of political foolishness.From billion-dollar disappearing acts to policies that defy logic, this episode blends satire, insight, and outrage in

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00:55:00

Jesse Johl: Fighting Food Waste & Feeding the Lower...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/11/02

From East Vancouver to communities across the Lower Mainland, Jesse Johl is proving what real volunteerism looks like.As the founder of the Queen Elizabeth Lions Club, Jesse leads a team of volunteers who collect and deliver thousands of pounds of food to families in need — all without government funding, pay, or red tape.In this episode of the Ship of Fools Podcast, Jesse shares how he’s turning food waste into hope, the shocking truth about how much good food goes to landfills, and why he believes

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00:54:59

Jesse Johl: Fighting Food Waste & Feeding the Lower...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/10/30

From East Vancouver to communities across the Lower Mainland, Jesse Johl is proving what real volunteerism looks like.As the founder of the Queen Elizabeth Lions Club, Jesse leads a team of volunteers who collect and deliver thousands of pounds of food to families in need — all without government funding, pay, or red tape.In this episode of the Ship of Fools Podcast, Jesse shares how he’s turning food waste into hope, the shocking truth about how much good food goes to landfills, and why he believes

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01:10:06

Connor Robinson on Box Lacrosse, the NLL & Why It’s...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/10/28

In this episode, Connor Robinson of the Colorado Mammoth (NLL) joins us to talk about the fast, physical, and wildly underrated world of box lacrosse.From growing up in New Westminster to turning pro in the National Lacrosse League, Connor shares his journey, the intensity of the sport, and why lacrosse deserves way more love in Canada and beyond.Topics include:The grit and speed that define box lacrosseConnor’s path from Langley draft pick to NLL standoutWhy the Lower Mainland and GTA are lacrosse

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01:10:06

Connor Robinson on Box Lacrosse, the NLL & Why It’s...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/10/25

In this episode, Connor Robinson of the Colorado Mammoth (NLL) joins us to talk about the fast, physical, and wildly underrated world of box lacrosse.From growing up in New Westminster to turning pro in the National Lacrosse League, Connor shares his journey, the intensity of the sport, and why lacrosse deserves way more love in Canada and beyond.Topics include:The grit and speed that define box lacrosseConnor’s path from Langley draft pick to NLL standoutWhy the Lower Mainland and GTA are lacrosse

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01:10:06

Connor Robinson on Box Lacrosse, the NLL & Why It’s...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/10/21

In this episode, Connor Robinson of the Colorado Mammoth (NLL) joins us to talk about the fast, physical, and wildly underrated world of box lacrosse.From growing up in New Westminster to turning pro in the National Lacrosse League, Connor shares his journey, the intensity of the sport, and why lacrosse deserves way more love in Canada and beyond.Topics include:The grit and speed that define box lacrosseConnor’s path from Langley draft pick to NLL standoutWhy the Lower Mainland and GTA are lacrosse

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01:24:28

Brayden Sutton on Risk, Reinvention & The Capital...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/10/15

Growing up in Abbotsford, B.C. during a turbulent era taught Brayden Sutton that risk and resilience often go hand in hand. In this episode of the Ship of Fools Podcast, Brayden reflects on his early years surrounded by chaos, how those experiences shaped his perspective on life and business, and his path from early ventures in the cannabis industry to leading in capital markets today.Now the CEO of Digital Commodities Capital, Brayden shares how to navigate uncertainty, build conviction, and stay

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00:52:41

The Healing Power of Raw Honey with Dr. Iman Tabani —...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/10/07

After moving to Canada, Dr. Iman Tabani traded the lab coat for a beekeeping suit — and discovered that raw honey may be one of nature’s most powerful healing tools.In this episode of the Ship of Fools Podcast, Dr. Tabani shares how his passion for health and science led him to start BCB Honey Farm, and how local honey might help reduce allergies, support immunity, and improve overall well-being.🎙️ Highlights:• Can raw honey really reduce allergies?• The difference between raw and processed honey•

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01:23:34

Lee Aaron's Untold Story of Canada’s Metal Queen

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/10/01

She’s the voice that broke barriers in the ’80s rock and metal scene. Known worldwide as the “Metal Queen,” Canadian icon Lee Aaron has lived a career full of highs, reinventions, and lessons in survival in an industry that wasn’t always welcoming to women.In this episode of the Ship of Fools Podcast, Steven Malkowich sits down with Lee Aaron for a raw and revealing conversation about:🎤 The making of Metal Queen and the image that defined a generation🔥 Breaking through a male-dominated rock scene

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01:16:01

Jason, Jacob & Jeevan on Dumptrucks, Trucking Safety...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/09/24

On this episode of the Ship of Fools Podcast, host Steven Malkowich welcomes Jason Mann, Jacob Snow, and Jeevan Dhaliwal—three highly trained heavy-duty mechanics—for a raw, satirical, and eye-opening conversation about dumptrucks, trucking safety, and industry oversights and how important the entire trucking industry is to our Canadian economy. From shocking shop-floor stories to laugh-out-loud satire, this episode pulls no punches on the dangers that arise when safety takes a back seat.🔎 In this

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01:03:03

Enrico Fioretti: From Small-Town Dreamer to 3D...

Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich ·

2025/09/09

How do you go from a small Italian town to animating for Marvel, DC, and major Hollywood films?In this episode, we sit down with 3D animator Enrico Fioretti, whose work includes Alita: Battle Angel, Captain Marvel, Justice League, and more.We explore how he broke into the visual effects industry, built his career at studios like ILM and Wētā Digital, Netflix and what it takes to succeed in the world of film animation.🎧 Perfect for creatives, aspiring animators, and anyone chasing big dreams.Please

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