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Support Pipelines' Podcast with David Hermanson-Season 2, Episode 86, Mario Toneguzzi
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...
Support Pipelines' Podcast with David Hermanson-Season 2, Episode 85, Lahiru Silva
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!
Support Pipelines' Podcast with David Hermanson-Season 2, Episode 83, Chris Atwell
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...
Support Pipelines' Podcast with David Hermanson-Season 2, Episode 84, Sonya Sharp
Navigating Politics: From City Hall to Council In today's conversation, Sonya Sharp, former City of Calgary mayoral candidates and city councilor, talks about growing up in Calgary, her shift from city administration to council, and how family values shaped her leadership style. She reflects on the pressures local businesses faced during COVID-19, what she learned from her campaign, and why resilience matters in public life. Sonya also gets real about the impact of online negativity and why trust, kindness, and staying connected to your local representatives are essential for a stronger, safer community. This is one episode you will not...
Support Pipelines' Podcast with David Hermanson-Season 2, Episode 82, Jett Mazurek
New Podcast Episode Featuring Jett Mazurek In this week’s episode, we sit down with Jett Mazurek for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation that touches on personal growth, overcoming adversity, education, sales, technology, AI, and the shifting political landscape. Jett shares how a life-altering injury in his youth shaped his appreciation for life and influenced his career aspirations. We dive into the importance of supportive education systems—especially for students with learning disabilities—and how early experiences continue to shape us into adulthood. From navigating today’s political and social complexities to the rapid evolution of AI, Jett offers grounded, thoughtful insights. He also...