The Biz Dojo

Seth Anderson & J.P. Gaston

"The Biz Dojo" is an insightful business podcast that features expert interviews, practical tips, and real-world stories to help entrepreneurs and business owners succeed. Hosted in Calgary, this podcast covers a wide range of topics, including marketing, finance, leadership, and more. With actionable insights and inspiring discussions, "The Biz Dojo" is a must-listen for anyone looking to grow their business. Tune in to this top-rated podcast today and take your business to the next level!

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Summer Coffee Chat with Amy Thompson
Oct 6 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Amy Thompson
Still getting caught up with the final couple summer coffee chats! In this one Seth caught up with Amy Thompson at the Glenmore Landing Good Earth Coffeehouse. Amy is a experienced educator with a demonstrated history of working in the field of culture and museums. She shared many insights including how the education system is navigating climate change with students. - Blackfoot Crossing Historic Parkhttps://blackfootcrossing.ca/wordpress/- Cluny Fortified Village site https://arts.ucalgary.ca/anthropology-archaeology/about/community-engagement/public-archaeology-program/background- Truth and Reconciliation Through Education (I’m a contributing author) https://brusheducation.ca/brush-catalogue/p/truth-and-reconciliation-through-education- The UofC Call to Action Program https://werklund.ucalgary.ca/graduate-programs/indigenous-education-call-to-action- ACEE’s Websitehttps://www.abcee.org/Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter

Episodes

Summer Coffee Chat with Amy Thompson
Oct 6 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Amy Thompson
Still getting caught up with the final couple summer coffee chats! In this one Seth caught up with Amy Thompson at the Glenmore Landing Good Earth Coffeehouse. Amy is a experienced educator with a demonstrated history of working in the field of culture and museums. She shared many insights including how the education system is navigating climate change with students. - Blackfoot Crossing Historic Parkhttps://blackfootcrossing.ca/wordpress/- Cluny Fortified Village site https://arts.ucalgary.ca/anthropology-archaeology/about/community-engagement/public-archaeology-program/background- Truth and Reconciliation Through Education (I’m a contributing author) https://brusheducation.ca/brush-catalogue/p/truth-and-reconciliation-through-education- The UofC Call to Action Program https://werklund.ucalgary.ca/graduate-programs/indigenous-education-call-to-action- ACEE’s Websitehttps://www.abcee.org/Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Ernie Tsu
Sep 20 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Ernie Tsu
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth had an impromptu chat with Ernie Tsu - Owner of Trolley 5 Brew Pub on 17th Ave in Calgary. Ernie shared some thoughts on the importance of live music in Calgary, why he jumped at the chance to support Empowering Artists, and how he thinks the industry can make some improvements. Empowering Artists Presents: FOLK'N FUNK FEAT happening on Saturday September 23rd at  Trolley 5 featuring: The Steadies, Mark Logan, The Morning Girls & The Mic Socks, Brother Bicker Band, Emanali, and Cheyanne Summer. Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Kali
Sep 11 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Kali
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth chatted with Kali at Utopia -Brewtopia Coffeehouse in Regina Saskatchewan. Seth & Kali had a broad ranging chat that included diving into manifestation, creativity, and discovering your voice. Kali is a spirit-led entrepreneur, soul-biz enthusiast, coffee connoisseur, lover of all things, slow mornings and authentic heartfelt connections. You can find out more about her and the impact she's making on the world on her Instagram - @ceremonywithself  Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Melissa From
Sep 6 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Melissa From
In this episode of summer coffee chats, Seth caught up with Melissa From - CEO of The Calgary Foodbank for a coffee at Bono Coffee in Calgary. Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Andy Chengalath
Aug 15 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Andy Chengalath
In this episode of summer coffee chats, Seth sat down with Andy Chengalath the Vice-President of Link Management at Be Teased in Scotch Creek prior to a Steadies concert. Andy shared some thoughts on what it was like growing up as an Edmonton Oilers fan, how they're developing their agency to support not just players but the whole person and what he's seeing on the technology side of things in their business. Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Sarah Dunnet
Aug 14 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Sarah Dunnet
In this episode of summer coffee chats, Seth connected with Sarah Dunnet at Fringe Coffee in Montgomery. This was Sarah's first podcast, she was inspired to reach out after hearing about the dojo through her network. Seth & Sarah explored a variety of topics including Sarah's career journey, how she's overcome multiple challenges in her life to get where she is and why she decided to step away from teaching and coaching.  Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Chris Valleau
Aug 5 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Chris Valleau
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth sat down with Chris Valleau - guitarist for The Steadies right before their show at Be Teased in Scotch Creek, BC. In between battling a variety of bugs and ash falling from the sky due to a nearby forest fire, Chris shared some insights into what it's really like to be in a band touring across Canada, as well as how he got into playing guitar, his early music influences and how he crossed paths  with Earl Pereira, which ended up with him joining The Steadies two years ago.  Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Kenton Dobrowolski
Aug 4 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Kenton Dobrowolski
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth met up with Kenton for coffee at the Glenmore Landing Good Earth Coffee House in Calgary. Kenton is the founder of Peach Jam Records, Internationally charted producer and supporter of the YYC music scene and artists of all genres. The guys jammed on a variety of topics including some of the challenges of breaking into the modern music industry, creating creative spaces and exchanged notes on some of their favorite albums. Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Tyler Chisholm
Aug 3 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Tyler Chisholm
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth caught up with fellow Calgary podcaster & co-founder of Clearmotive Tyler Chisholm for a chat on the sidewalk out in front of Phil & Sebastien Coffee Roasters in Marda Loop. Seth & Tyler had a wide ranging chat that covered everything from how Tyler ended up in Calgary, the value of marketing for businesses of all sizes and ummm aliens... So grab your favorite beverage and strap in for a fun chat with two of Calgary's most active podcasters! Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Stef Smith
Aug 1 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Stef Smith
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth connected with Stef Smith of the Calgary Surge at Cafe Gravity in Calgary. Stef shared what it's been like playing professional basketball in Calgary, how he's enjoyed the city, some insights about why he thinks the team has been able to come together this season and much more! With the CEBL playoffs coming up around the corner you won't want to miss this chat with one of the top players in the league! Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Joanne Dafoe
Jul 28 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Joanne Dafoe
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth sat down with Chop Value YYC President & Founder Joanne Dafoe at Cafe Gravity in Calgary. Joanne was connected to Seth by her daughter, previous guest Grace Dafoe. Joanne shared her journey of going from landscape design to turning used chop sticks into new products, how her kids have inspired her along the way and the ebs and flows of managing a business. Seth and Joanne swapped a few stories about life, biz, and family so grab a beverage and join us for a summer coffee chat! Learn more about Chop Value YYC here: https://chopvalue.com/en-ca/pages/yyc-microfactory-franchise  Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Richard Campbell
Jul 25 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Richard Campbell
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth sat down with Richard Campbell - founder of 10 Adventures at Platform Calgary. Richard is entrepreneur who created a business around one of the things he's most passionate about, travelling. He started with a simple question... what would I want? and has built the business from there. Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Mazden Leslie, Jagger Firkus & Scott Ratzlaff
Jul 21 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Mazden Leslie, Jagger Firkus & Scott Ratzlaff
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth stopped by the Peace Memorial Multiplex in Wainwright to catch up with friend of the show Adam Huxley - founder of Huxley Hockey Conditioning (HHC). As it turned out, there was a 3 on 3 development camp happening so Seth was able to set up in the penalty box and chat with some NHL prospects including 2022 Seattle Kraken draft pick and Moose Jaw Warrior standout Jagger Firkus, 2023 Buffalo Sabers draft pick and Seattle Thunderbird goalie Scott Ratzlaff and Vancouver Giants defenceman Mazden Leslie. In each chat the guys shared some of their experiences, what keeps them coming back to work with HHC, what some of their developmental goals are and of course - what their favorite song to sing along to is!   Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with JD Lewis
Jul 20 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with JD Lewis
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth met up with CJAY 92 morning host JD Lewis for a coffee at Gravity Cafe in Calgary. The boys did a deep dive on what it means to be an adult Blink 182 fan, JD shared his thoughts on seeing Victor Wembanyama play in NBA summer league, and reflected on the late 90's NHL era. The guys finished the chat exchanging notes on some of their favorite albums, songs, & concert experiences.  Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Steph Davis
Jul 19 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Steph Davis
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth met up with 360 Brain Body founder Steph Davis at her studio in Marda Loop! Steph shared her inspiration for starting her business, how she overcame difficult injuries from her figure skating career and broke down what getting "centered" really means. Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Sean Mills
Jul 11 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Sean Mills
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chat's, Seth & Sean catch up over coffee... on a boat! Sean took Seth for a nice little Sunday morning tour of Clear Lake (near Wainwright, Alberta) and they chatted about a variety of topics including the importance of making time to rest, some of the highlights from season 6 of The Biz Dojo and so much more. Grab a java and join the boys for a chat on the boat! Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Stacey Robins
Jul 7 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Stacey Robins
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth sat down with Stacey Robins at the Regal Cat Café in Kensington. Stacey is the founder of Crafternoon, Manager of Guest Relations & Community for the Calgary Surge & a creative spirit with such an inspiring story. Stacey shared some of the major obstacles she's managed to overcome in recent years including losing her aunt and uncle in a car crash, struggling with long COVID and having to step away from her successful shoe painting business as a result. Also, Seth & Stacey exchanged childhood collectors item notes (NSYNC marionetes, Beanie Babies & Hockey Cards), went deep on the colour purple and had a fulsome discussion about Grimace & Gritty. So grab a coffee, tea or any beverage of choice and join Seth & Stacey! Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Will Rooney
Jul 5 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Will Rooney
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth connected with Calgary Surge lead assistant coach - Will Rooney at Cafe Gravity. Will spent 5 years with the University of Calgary Dinos as a operations and video coordinator before heading out east and becoming a coach in the CEBL with the Hamilton Honey Badgers. Will shared some of the keys to his success in coaching, what it was like working for the Toronto Raptors 905 and where he sees his coaching career going. Seth & Will also chatted about the 2023/24 outlook for the Toronto Raptors, the trajectory of the Calgary Surge and how Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat with Grace Dafoe
Jul 4 2023
Summer Coffee Chat with Grace Dafoe
In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth sat down with 2026 Olympic hopeful Grace Dafoe at Cafe Gravity in Calgary. Grace dove into how she went from a self-proclaimed "mediocre figure skater" to the 5th ranked female skeleton racer in Canada. As well, Grace shared how her family has supported and inspired her along the way, gave some insight into how she manages her mindset and broke down some of her favorite cities around the world. You can learn more about Grace and how you can help support her Olympic dreams at: https://gracedafoe.ca/ or follow her on socials: @gracedafoe Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Summer Coffee Chat With Rod Pedersen
Jul 3 2023
Summer Coffee Chat With Rod Pedersen
In this episode of summer coffee chats, Seth caught up with Rod Pedersen at The Cinnamon Spoon in Bragg Creek. They dove into Rod's journey in the media biz, recovery from alcoholism and how important gratitude is as well as how a simple daily practice can re-wire your internal thought patterns. You can catch Rod on his show The Rod Pedersen Show every weekday across multiple platforms including TV, Radio, YouTube & Podcast platforms where he covers the National Hockey League daily with new guest appearances from across the game. He also stays connected to the CFL, NFL & whatever else is on the minds of Canadian sports fans!www.rodpedersen.com Support the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter