In this episode, I sit down with Doug Hollinger for a thoughtful conversation about identity, risk, and what life looks like after stepping away from a long career. We talk about his role in the evolution of the Banff Film Festival, transitioning into retirement, and how adventure sports like climbing and paragliding have shaped his relationship with fear, trust, and presence. Doug reflects on community, friendship, introversion, and the challenge of building structure and meaning without work defining your days. It’s an honest discussion about intention, living well, and learning to be fully present.

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Instagram - @doughollinger

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In this episode, I sit down with Emma Cook-Clarke, a former firefighter turned full-time professional athlete sponsored by Arc’teryx. This is an honest conversation about identity, pressure, and learning to trust yourself beyond performance metrics. We talk about her path from firefighting into professional sport, how nerves and self-doubt show up at the highest level, and the mental work required to stay grounded in uncertain environments. Emma shares lessons from injury, meditation retreats, and cultural experiences in India, along with why fun, curiosity, and compassion matter just as much as discipline. It’s a reflective conversation about strength, self-awareness, and living fully when outcomes are never guaranteed.

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Instagram - @emcookclarke

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Instagram: @plan.to.endure

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In this episode, I sit down with local guide Matt Hollamby for a deep and reflective conversation about failure, hardship, and the search for meaning. We talk about how running, travel, and time spent in nature shaped his identity, including experiences in Afghanistan, ultra running, charity challenges, and moments of complete exhaustion. Matt shares honest reflections on life’s fragility, learning to sit with discomfort, and how connection to people, place, and the natural world can ground us when old definitions of success fall away. It’s a thoughtful conversation about perspective, presence, and finding peace through challenge rather than avoiding it.

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Instagram: @plan.to.endure

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In this episode, I sit down with Cody Shimizu, a local adventure photographer and filmmaker, to unpack what it really takes to turn passion into a sustainable creative career. We talk about his early days in Edmonton, discovering climbing and mountain biking, and the move to Canmore that changed everything. Cody shares how understanding the sport shaped his photography, the challenges of freelancing, the pressure of social media, and the shift from stills to documentary filmmaking. It’s an honest conversation about risk, growth, uncertainty, and learning how to build meaningful work without losing the love for it.

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Instagram - @shimizuimg

Website: www.codyshimizu.com

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This conversation with Barry Blanchard goes far beyond climbing. We talk about his Métis identity, spirituality, and the deep pull the mountains have had on his life from an early age. Barry reflects on epic ascents, profound loss, love, injury, and the moments that forced him to redefine who he was when climbing was taken away.

We explore fulfilment, fear, writing and journaling, and what it means to build a life of meaning rather than just achievement. It is an honest, reflective conversation about identity, purpose, and the lessons the mountains quietly teach if you are willing to listen.

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Instagram - @blanchard_barry

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In this episode, Ana returns to reflect on a standout year racing at both the Ironman and Ironman 70.3 World Championships. Rather than the build up, we dive into the race days themselves, the challenges she faced, the emotions that surfaced, and what those experiences taught her long after crossing the finish line. Ana shares honest reflections on performance, shifting expectations, and learning to balance ambition with perspective. We explore the emotional side of endurance sport, the importance of support on race day, and how setbacks, pressure, and self belief shape long term growth. It’s a grounded conversation about resilience, progress, and what these experiences leave you with long after the finish line.

Instagram: @anaagarciaaa

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In this episode with Laurence we dive into the drive, creativity, and resilience behind building one of the UKs most exciting running communities. We talk about the origins of Rally Life, Up and Running Events, and Formula Run, and how confidence, community engagement, and smart marketing have shaped their growth. Laurence shares lessons from event logistics, the challenges of innovation, and the realities of navigating council regulations, pricing, and competition. We explore his journey into ultra running, the mental side of endurance, and how he balances multiple ventures with long term vision. It's an honest look at ambition, endurance, and the mindset required to turn your passions into something people genuinely want to be part of.

Instagram:

@laurenceprior

@upandrunningevents

@formularun_

@rallylife.co

Websites:

www.upandrunningevents.co.uk

www.rallylife.co

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In this episode, I sit down with Andy, the current organizer of Night of Lies, and Wade, the original founder, to explore how the event grew from a small, informal storytelling night amongst friends into a cherished part of the Bow Valley community. We talk about the charm that makes Night of Lies so enduring, the balance of humor and honesty on stage, and the effort to keep the event authentic as it evolves. Andy and Wade share insights on audience engagement, community impact, the chaos and comedy behind the scenes, and the importance of grassroots spaces where real stories can thrive. It’s a conversation about creativity, connection, and the spirit that keeps events like this alive.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NightOfLies/

Andy's Instagram: andy_a_arts

Wade's Instagram: wgraham1976

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