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Leonard Wiens is the Manager of the Royal Hotel Chilliwack, a father, husband and role model for the community he serves. The Royal Hotel Chilliwack was built in 1908 and has served guests for 110 years. This local gem holds the history of individuals who helped build the community of Chilliwack. Leonard Wiens takes being a steward for this heritage site seriously. In this podcast we discuss the different ways he tries to keep this heritage site relevant to the community.In the second half of the podcast we discuss his role as a father, husband and family man. We discuss the complex decisions an individual must make when getting married, having children and choosing a career. Infused in this part of the discussion is the way religious values helps guide these complex issues.Send us a textSupport the shownuancedmedia.ca

David Shearer is an artist and freelance Graphic Designer from Abbotsford, BC, Canada with over 30 years of experience. He's spent his life in the pursuit of drawing and in so developed a way for everyone to draw, the "reverse colouring book" - Köpialine. He lives with his fiancé and their 4-year-old daughter with a new baby girl expected within a month. David loves the expression of art and the never-ending mystery of its secrets.David and Aaron discuss a variety of topics. Topics include the commitment people have to their identities, the value in drawing and artistic endeavours, family life, responsibility and meaning and personal growth.Check out Köpialine by David:https://kopialine.com/Find Köpialine on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/kopialine/Find Köpialine on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kopialine/Find Köpialine on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCirpY9yPsvJtgLmC7Qn7xbQSend us a textSupport the shownuancedmedia.ca

Zina Lee is the Director of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of the Fraser Valley. Dr. Lee also acts as a professor and offers courses on Psychological Explanations of Criminal and Deviant Behaviour and Quantitative Research Techniques. Dr. Lee completed her graduate degrees in law and forensic psychology, and a postdoctoral fellowship in clinical child psychology.In this interview, Dr. Lee and I discuss the importance of research skills,critical thinking, and writing. We also discuss criminology, criminal minds, the courses she offers, defunding the police and much more!Connect with Zina Lee on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/zina-lee-b3763a18b/Find Dr. Lee at the University of the Fraser Valley:https://www.ufv.ca/criminology/faculty-staff/lee-zina.htmFind the podcast on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/bigger-than-me-podcastCheck out our website:https://biggerthanmepodcast.buzzsprout.com/Join our Facebook Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/3089667531069809Find us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/biggerthanmepodcast/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=35374462&fan_landing=true)Send us a textSupport the shownuancedmedia.ca

Mark LaLonde is the Chief Safety Officer at Simon Fraser University. He also offers a criminology course on risk assessment and management at the University of the Fraser Valley. Mr. LaLonde has previously worked as the Director of International Operations for Xpera. Prior to that, Mark worked as a consultant for the United Nations. Mark LaLonde has also worked as an officer for Vancouver Police Department.In this podcast we discuss Mark's professional background, his course on risk management at UFV, his role as Chief Safety Officer at SFU, COVID-19, earthquakes, volcanoes, news and much more.Mark LaLonde can be found on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/marklalonde/Mark LaLonde at SFU:https://www.sfu.ca/srs/contact/leadership.htmlMark LaLonde Photography:https://twitter.com/MarkMwlalondeSend us a textSupport the shownuancedmedia.ca

Anouk Crawford is a family lawyer who runs Vale Family Law and Mediation in Chilliwack, BC. As a family lawyer, she has significant experience working with families coping with depression, anger and high-conflict separation. Anouk and I discuss  Anouk's background, current events, family law, separation, domestic violence, Vale Family Law, and Anouk's service to the community. For more information about Anouk please visit their website at:https://www.valefamilylawandmediation.com/about-us/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/valefamilylawandmediationAlternatively, you can follow her on LinkedIn at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/anouk-crawford-8ab19bb9/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/valefamilylawandmediation/Join the Bigger Than Me Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/3089667531069809Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=35374462&fan_landing=true)Send us a textSupport the shownuancedmedia.ca

Kevin Westell is a father, fiance, community member and lawyer. Mr. Westell is a founding partner at Pender Litigation in Vancouver, BC. Similarly, he gives back to the legal community in multiple ways. For example,  Mr. Westell teaches trial advocacy skills to law students. He serves as president of the Advocate's Club and much more. In this conversation, Mr. Westell is asked about his involvement in the community, and personal background. Mr. Westell and I also discuss criminal law and the court system, in a Canadian context. More specifically, we analyze the overarching roles of Crown Counsel, Defence Counsel and the Judiciary. For more information on Mr. Westell visit:https://www.penderlitigation.com/lawyers/kevin-westell/Find him on LinkedIn at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-westell-50924613/?originalSubdomain=caSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=35374462&fan_landing=true)Send us a textSupport the shownuancedmedia.ca

Brett Kentala was born and raised in Chilliwack, BC. At age 20, he began his journey in real estate. Over the past 5 years, Mr. Kentala has been a realtor specializing in the Fraser Valley area. Mr. Kentala has an amazing fiance, named Sarah. He is a father of two beautiful children named Mattias and Mayleigh who are ages four and two. In this conversation you see how important decisions you make in your early 20s can be, and how determination can be the key to success!Mr. Kentala hopes to share information and educate people of all ages on the realities of the real estate market in the lower-mainland.Find them on Facebook or Instagram @thekentalateam or @brettkentala.Check out their website:https://www.discoverchilliwackliving.com/the-kentala-team-1K.Kentala Photography:https://www.kkentalaphotography.ca/Send us a textSupport the shownuancedmedia.ca

This episode focuses on the adversity of youth, and how role models can help change the trajectory for young people. Trevor Johnson obtained his Bachelor's Degree from the University of the Fraser Valley. He is mindful, intelligent, and very humble. We discuss his background, and personal development. Send us a textSupport the shownuancedmedia.ca

Rebekah Myrol is a current student at the University of the Fraser Valley. She is an honest, driven individual. In this conversation,  Rebekah discusses her background to explain her passion and enthusiasm for psychology.  Send us a textSupport the shownuancedmedia.ca

Jonny Singh owns a small business called Beyond Nutrition, in Chilliwack BC. In this podcast we discuss communication, health, community, nutrition and how to make a difference! Jonny is an inspiring, caring individual and it was an honour to have him as a guest!Send us a textSupport the shownuancedmedia.ca