BIGGER THAN ME PODCAST
Get inspired by people who make a difference bigger than themselves with host Aaron Pete. From overcoming obstacles to finding motivation, these guests will inspire you to dream bigger and strive for greatness!Popular guests include Premier David Eby, Vassy Kapelos, Brent Butt, Ariel Helwani, Rav Arora, Tara Henley and the Millennial Therapist.
Latest episodes
Mar 5, 2025 • 53min
188. Mike Le Couteur: Are Politicians Avoiding Tough Interviews?
CTV News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur speaks with Aaron Pete about political accountability, media bias, the decline of traditional news, and the rise of alternative media.Send us a textSupport the showwww.biggerthanmepodcast.com
Mar 1, 2025 • 24min
187. Karina Gould: Fighting to Become the Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada
Who will represent the Liberal Party in the next election? Karina Gould joins Aaron Pete to discuss her bid for Liberal Party leadership, her vision for Canada, the challenges facing the party, Pierre Poilievre, Mark Carney, the carbon tax, reconciliation, and the future of Canadian politics.Send us a textSupport the showwww.biggerthanmepodcast.com
Feb 24, 2025 • 1h
186. Harrison Lowman: Trudeau’s Legacy, Poilievre’s Rise & Canadian Media
Harrison Lowman, Managing Editor of The Hub, speaks with Aaron Pete about Canada’s shifting media landscape, Justin Trudeau’s legacy, Pierre Poilievre’s rise, and the challenges facing the country. They explore journalism’s role in shaping public discourse, media subsidies, and why conservative perspectives are gaining traction.Send us a textSupport the showwww.biggerthanmepodcast.com
Feb 17, 2025 • 1h 2min
Tara Henley: 15 Ways to Fix the CBC Before It’s Too Late
The CBC is in crisis—can it be saved? Journalist Tara Henley joins Aaron Pete to break down 15 ways to fix the CBC before it’s too late. They expose media bias, lost public trust, government influence, and why so many Canadians are calling to defund the CBC. Send us a textSupport the showwww.biggerthanmepodcast.com
Feb 10, 2025 • 1h 12min
184. Eric Peterson: Corner Gas, Comedy & Playing Oscar Leroy
Eric Peterson, the legendary Oscar Leroy from Corner Gas, joins Aaron Pete to discuss landing the role, the show's success, Brent Butt, and its cultural impact on Canada. Send us a textSupport the showwww.biggerthanmepodcast.com
Jan 1, 2025 • 33min
183. Rick Hansen: Can One Person Change the World?
Aaron Pete sits down with Rick Hansen to explore his transformative journey from a life-altering accident to becoming a global advocate for people with disabilities, the emotional challenges he overcame, the inspiration he drew from Terry Fox, the iconic Man in Motion World Tour, and the powerful lessons of resilience, interdependence, and breaking barriers to create a more inclusive world.Send us a textSupport the showwww.biggerthanmepodcast.com
Dec 26, 2024 • 1h 2min
182. Fred Ewanuick: From Shy Kid to Beloved Hank Yarbo on "Corner Gas"
Aaron Pete sits down with Fred Ewanuick to discuss his journey from shy class clown to playing Hank Yarbo on Corner Gas, working with Brent Butt, the show’s cultural impact, memorable moments like meeting The Tragically Hip, and the importance of mentorship, humuor, and Canadian values.Send us a textSupport the showwww.biggerthanmepodcast.com
Dec 21, 2024 • 1h 25min
181. Andrew Christopher Performs LIVE and Talks About Overcoming Loss
Aaron Pete hosts an intimate live event with singer-songwriter Andrew Christopher, exploring his artistic journey, the challenges of balancing family and art, and his bold pivot to original music and meaningful projects. Through heartfelt performances, Andrew reflects on personal loss, his creative process, and the healing power of music.Send us a textSupport the showwww.biggerthanmepodcast.com
Dec 16, 2024 • 48min
180. Vassy Kapelos: Could Trump Tariffs Cause a Recession in Canada?
Aaron Pete sits down with Vassy Kapelos, Chief Political Correspondent for CTV News, to tackle pressing topics like Canada's political polarization, the impact of Donald Trump’s tariffs, whether journalists should avoid bias, and the challenges of holding leaders like Justin Trudeau accountable.Send us a textSupport the showwww.biggerthanmepodcast.com
Dec 9, 2024 • 1h 10min
179. Holly Doan: Are Government Subsidies Destroying Trust in Media?
Aaron Pete sits down with Holly Doan, publisher of Blacklock's Reporter, to explore media bias, government subsidies, True North Media, defunding the CBC, Joe Rogan's Trump interview, and the critical role of independent journalism in Canada.Send us a textSupport the showwww.biggerthanmepodcast.com
