Today we're joined by Lisa Zhu, a member of Fair Trade Edmonton to learn how holidays, chocolate, speaking to strangers all can help create a more ethical global community. On this episode, we find out about how to conduct a successful giveaway

Hacking the System

Sep 18th, 2020 32m 53s

Today, host Terrence Taylor is joined by Andy Tran, Shwetha Sivakumar and Spandhana Gade, founders and team members of TO-Hacks, an organization who uses innovation competitions to connect youth entrepreneurs, leaders and innovators with the to

Accessibility & Mental Health Supports

Aug 18th, 2020 30m 56s

Today, host Terrence Taylor is joined by Rising Youth Alumni Joseph Spencer, who helped build accessible picnic tables in Halifax, Hannah Jackson, author of Pics 2 Passion, a book written to support people suffering from mental health issues, a

How To Care for Others

Jul 31st, 2020 32m 29s

Today, host Terrence Taylor is joined by Rising Youth Alumni Kate MacDonald, who worked with community youth to feed people on the street, Jade Paris, who organized a wellness networking event for women students and single mothers and Kieran Ca

Creating Economic Opportunities & Bringing Awareness to Community Issues

Jul 27th, 2020 40m 31s

Today, host Terrence Taylor is joined by Rising Youth Alumni Jared Demsey, who created an artist showcase, Aseel Mohammed, author of We Are All One, a book written to celebrate the diverse cultures in Halifax, and Josh Creighton, who painted a

To Be Continued... | 072

Jun 4th, 2019 1h 5m

Welcome back after TWO weeks away to share with you some BIG news! This week we talk about what happened the last couple weeks and answered the question, "What is the a future of the CTN Podcast?". We also talk about the North Preston documenta

Changing It Up | 071

May 14th, 2019 56m 12s

This week Terrence and Jess catch you up on all things CTN, Halifax and life. We recap this weekends REMIX Project, Terrence's Nipsey Hussle tattoo, Kawai Leonard, trips to London and how to guide your team when you're out of town. We also prev

Tranquility & Mental Health ft. Joel Muise | 070

May 7th, 2019 1h 8m

This week we welcome Joel Muise is to talk about the launch of his new app, Tranquility Online. Tranquility is a platform that provides coaching and resources to those suffering from depression and anxiety. We also talk about the difference

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The Elephant in the Room

May 1st, 2019 58m 2s

Today we put an end to the mystery and rumours going on behind the scenes at CTN. We address downsizing the team, identifying 4 narratives of focus, format, expansion and more. We also salute Shaq Smith, send love to John Singleton, not writing

Hey You, Turn Me On! ft. Jeremie Saunders & Bryde MacLean | 069

Apr 23rd, 2019 1h 44m

What better way to celebrate episode 69 than welcoming the hosts of the Turn Me On Podcast, Jeremie Saunders & Bryde MacLean. We talk polyamorous relationships, acting school, building a successful podcast, Patreon, communication, creating art

Uniforme ft. Jesse Ingalls | 068

Apr 16th, 2019 1h 41m

This week we welcome back Jesse Ingalls. Jesse is a sneaker photographer, who's an artist reluctant to call himself such. Huh? He's also a friend of the show, returning to talk about his new workwear clothing line, Uniforme. We learn why he sta

The Marathon Continues: A Tribute to Nipsey Hussle | 067

Apr 9th, 2019 1h 18m

This week we honour the life of Nipsey Hussle, after his tragic murder on March 31, 2019. Nipsey was not just a rapper, but a business owner, a community leader, a father, a husband and a motivation to anyone who listened to his music or follow

When Life Comes Full Circle ft. Jeremy McAvoy | 066

Apr 2nd, 2019 1h 38m

This week we welcome a long time friend and former SMU teammate Jeremy McAvoy to share his stories about growth and evolution beyond his basketball career. Jeremy talks about his transition from basketball to firefighting, what it's like filmin

The Future of Student Athletes ft. Shaquille Smith | 065

Mar 26th, 2019 1h 5m

What does the future look like for student athletes? Welcome Shaquille Smith to discuss the launch of his non-profit, The Futures Program. Join Terrence as we discuss the negative side of student athlete life, Lindell Wiggington, how to network

The Shape of Your Life ft. Christy Wentzell Johnson | 064

Mar 19th, 2019 1h 12m

This week we welcome marketing expert Christy Wentzell Johnson to chat about what you need to create a strong personal brand. From the importance of being memorable and confident to how-to shape your life, her first experience with CTN, not tal

Cannabis, Doobs & Tools ft. Brett Evans | 063

Mar 12th, 2019 1h 2m

This week we welcome entrepreneur and cannabis advocate Brett Evans to talk about his journey in the cannabis industry and how/why he created The Doob Tool. Terrence and Brett breaks down creating a prototype with duct tape and cardboard to whi

A Man & His Motivations ft. Matt Thomson | 062

Mar 6th, 2019 1h 11m

This week Matt Thomson, 1/3 of Placemaking 4G stops by to share his own personal #WHYHERE story. Terrence & Matt talk about what's harder: being a father or a husband, if "Work/Life Integration" a real thing, how has the Common Good Solutions s

A Daye in the Life ft. Bradley Daye | 061

Feb 26th, 2019 1h 21m

This week we welcome back friend of the show and 1/3 of Placemaking 4G, Bradley Daye. We start by sending prayers & condolences to the Baroh family, who lost seven children in a Halifax fire. Ironically enough, Terrence was due to move into thi

Optimistically Depressed ft. Ruth McMullen | 060

Feb 19th, 2019 54m 2s

This week we welcome back Ruth McMullen to tell us all about her new podcast, Optimistically Depressed. From inspiring fellow depressed people, to her biggest fears, breaking down stigma, how & why she started, what her goals are, family suppor

Liam Neeson's Black Face | 059

Feb 12th, 2019 1h 33m

Who doesn't love a juicy RACE convo? We would like to thank Liam Neeson's vigilante street justice to murder random "black bastards" and high fashion brands like Gucci & Prada for knowing how to evoke outrage in people of colour. We also talk a

The Future City Builder ft. Alfred Burgesson | 058

Feb 5th, 2019 56m 45s

Alfred Burgesson, co-lead of the Future City Builders program in Halifax, stops by to talk about the future and development of Nova Scotia. Future City Builders created a lab of 30 Nova Scotian youth to address the challenges and opportunities

GNDRWRS: Are Boys Even Boys? Pt. 1 ft. Mike Tanner & Kyler Crawford | 057

Jan 29th, 2019 1h 7m

Thanks Gillette for capitalizing on social issues to create SALES but most importantly, CONVERSATION! This week Terrence is joined by Mike Tanner, Kyler Crawford for PART 1 of our GENDER WARS discussion. We attempt to define 'masculinity', the

When Terrence Got Scammed | 056

Jan 22nd, 2019 1h 13m

Entrepreneurship is great, until somebody fuxks you over. Listen to Terrence's story about making a mistake and getting taken advantage of by "old white men" in business. Plus, thanks to Soulja Boy and Dame Dash, we discuss what matters more: G

The Four Day Work Week | 055

Jan 15th, 2019 1h 22m

We're two weeks into 2019, wondering if the plan we made will make it into February! This week, Lauren and Terrence challenge the concept of TIME, discuss creative ways to manage our time, alternative work weeks, how age affects our concept of

Chubbette | 054

Jan 8th, 2019 1h 27m

On this episode, Lauren, Duane and Terrence talk all things 2019. Did you make any New Years resolutions or are they completely useless? What are you looking forward to in the New Year and what changes in lifestyle will help you get there? We t