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Brandt Jackson sits down with David Hermanson for a powerful conversation on leadership, family, and building a lasting career in Canada’s natural resources industry. From sharing his journey as an introvert stepping into leadership, to navigating industry challenges, mentorship, and mental health, this episode delivers real insight from someone who’s lived it. If you care about strong leadership, responsible resource development, and supporting the next generation, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Listen on Spotify! 

In today’s episode, David Hermanson sits down with Lauree McFarland for an honest conversation about how Calgary has shaped their lives, how communities have changed over the years, and what it means to raise kids in today’s world. They dig into career shifts, the evolving role of women in the workforce, and why mentorship and good people make all the difference. It’s a grounded, hopeful chat about navigating life’s challenges and still choosing to believe in the goodness of people. Listen on Spotify!

You won’t want to miss today's conversation with Mario Toneguzzi, hosted by David Hermanson. Mario isn’t just a longtime journalist—he’s a huge part of Calgary. He knows this city’s business community, its people, and its local scene better than almost anyone, and it shows in every story he tells. In this episode, Mario reflects on the 2013 Calgary flood, the power of community during crisis, and what it’s really like to report the news when emotions are high. He and David dig into how social media has changed public perception, why trust in traditional media has shifted, and the importance...

Another great podcast with David Hermanson and Lahiru Silva, a Construction Project Management instructor at SAIT and an Executive at Pathfinder. Lahiru shares his journey from Sri Lanka to Canada, how he helped shape a construction management program that blends engineering with real-world project leadership, and why hands-on experience, strong risk management, and industry understanding matter more than ever. It’s an insightful look at the skills the next generation of construction managers need. Listen on Spotify!

In this powerful conversation, host Dave Hermanson Jr. sits down with Chris Atwell to explore everything from moose hunting traditions to deep personal growth, healing, and leadership. Chris opens up about how early trauma shaped his path and how facing it head-on transformed his life. The discussion moves into the importance of community—especially for men navigating mental health—and the value of embracing different perspectives to build stronger relationships in work and life. They also dive into the lessons Chris learned through coaching, a major health wake-up call, and the daily habits that keep him grounded. From managing time and boundaries...