What brings someone from Cottage Country in Ontario to St. Paul, Alberta? What keeps them in St. Paul Alberta? How do you go from a career as a Parole and Probation officer to a real estate agent? Jordan Garner has all those answers on this episode!

An eclectic life if there ever was one. I've had the pleasure of running in several Ultra's with Morgan Syvertsen. A sport he didn't start until he was 50! Beside running, Morgan's job is your holiday! How he became the director of Badlands Science Camp; essentially a paleontologist boot camp for kids! His calming, Zen like approach to life makes him one of the easiest people to talk to and of course, someone completely interesting!

Taking life lessons from any and all aspects of life! Justin Lepper couldn't have been happier when his first boss, at McDonald's told him he wouldn't amount to anything when he gave his notice to go play football. Justin always greats you with a hug and a great story so of course makes for another great guest on Now for Someone Completely Interesting!

Potentially my number 1 listener, Doris Pindroch contacted me with a list of potential guests. After informing my sister that Doris did that, she told me Doris would actually be a great guest. A lady who's passionate about people, we hear stories from working at Elk Point Elementary and her role in creating the Elk Point Elementary Ambassadors program, to her current role with Victim services. The most interesting people are the ones who are interested in others. ...

Another guest with a 3 peat appearance! Since the last time Tyler Sundt was on this podcast, he got married, became a homeowner, and published another book! Some insight as to how his writing process is evolving and what's in the future. A good old buddy catch up episode!

From small town Elk Point, to a global marketing giant in Ireland, to starting up a trendy bar chain back in Canada. Natalie Maas has come back to her home town, started up a new business and is lending her expertise in marketing and promotion to our little community. The how and the why is all here in this episode!

For my first Three peter, I go back to my 1st ever guest on this podcast! Kurt price and I go back over 26 years when we both took in the NAIT RTA program. From our first episode, Kurt left off just as he was getting into his 20 year radio career. This time we talk about some of his proudest accomplishments and some of the ways the industry has declined, especially in the smaller markets. Of course only the way Kurt can tell it. With his memorable impressions of ...

From a high school alt grunge garage band to Yoga instructor, Lesley Frick has had an eclectic life. We learn how she went from helping at risk Indigenous youth to working through her own addiction with alcohol. Since moving to St. Paul 4 years ago with her husband Dustin, an RCMP, Lesley has used her life experiences to lend her expertise working with SPAEC and becoming the Chairperson for the St. Paul Pride committee. An energetic, candid person who doesn't hide anything f...

Party mentor, employer, and one of my best friends! I've known Ian Kossey for over 35 years. A bit of our experiences together and what he's been able to accomplish in life just by being himself! Now a father of 10 year old twin boys, (born at 32 weeks plus a day) Ian shares the rollercoaster ride that brought them into the world also. From the life of the party to living his best life!

What motivates someone to become mayor? Maureen Miller has been the mayor of St. Paul for the last 8 years. Now that she's made it public that she's not seeking a third term, she's coming on this podcast to talk about her experience and what her hopes are moving forward for our community. A very straight shooting person who's not afraid to speak her mind gives us some insight to what brought her into municipal politics and a bit about who she really is. Someone Complet...

Why would someone want to move from Niagra Falls to St. Paul Alberta for retirement? Just one of the reason's I wanted Donna Bedore to come on the show. Since moving to the area a few years ago, she's also been a very active volunteer with several organizations, including our local Search and Rescue team. A multi talented guest who shares some of the why's for pursuing several interests which always makes for someone completely interesting!

He's been the detachment commander for the St Paul RCMP for only 6 months and already has made a strong impression with the community. Staff Seargent, Dennis Silliker is making himself one of the most accessible members this area has seen. And, is even up for sharing some of his Completely Interesting stories with a local podcast. An RCMP for over 18 years, that includes stints with the RCMP Musical Ride and part of the Prime Minister's Security Team, there's no shortage of ...

A 2 for 1 Deal! Danny Gadowski and Tyson Wagner like to get together on Sundays, drink wine and solve the world's problems. They suggested it would be a good idea to do that on this podcast! Add a couple of rodeo and hockey stories and we have a completely interesting and entertaining episode.

Coach, boss, neighbor, and friend, I've known Ted Graling in one capacity or another for over 26 years. Ted takes us through growing up in several small communities across the province eventually making St. Paul Home for over 30 years and counting. We also talk in depth about the company he's been a big part of for over 20 years, Xtreme Oilfield. A thoughtful and well spoken individual who is more than willing to shovel snow for someone in need and neglect his own sidewalk.&...

How do you go from shooting left as a hockey player, to winning back to back World Long Drive Championships with right handed swing? Jamie Sadlowski tells us how he managed that in this episode. From playing Jr A hockey to wowing, not only golf fans, but pro golfers with his unique mechanics as a long driver. Born and raised in St. Paul, Jamie has traveled the world and still calls St. Paul home where he's now raising his family. He's also the reason I was on ESPN for ...

Not your common profession. Father Peter Haugen decided before he graduated high school that he was going to become a priest in the Ukranian Orthodox Church of Canada. Since being ordained, Peter and his wife had a short stay on Vancouver Island before taking the position he has here in St Paul where he and his wife have made a home to raise their family. Yes, in the Ukranian Orthodox Church, a priest can have a wife and kids! Father Peter answers questions like that a...

Trevor Kotowich was that kid who always wanted to be a firefighter when he grew up. And he did! As the Chief of the St. Paul Fire Department for over 13 years, Trevor shares his story of how he got into the firefighting business and some of the challenges he's faced as a member and leader over his 35-year career. A guest that's been long overdue for this podcast, Trevor brings a bit of humor and candidly shares some of the mental and physical health challenges that comes wit...

You may have heard his name mentioned in my other podcast, 2 Guys 1 Rant. Now we get to hear from Correspondent #3 himself! Jeremy Blanchette, though quiet and reserved, is very passionate and active in our community. From his involvement with the Rec Board, to his 10 year career as a volunteer firefighter with the St Paul Fire department. We get the scoop on what motivates Jeremy to keep giving back to the community where he was born and raised!

Gladys has become a good friend over the last 10 years, but also a deep rooted member of our community over the last 25 years. Learning about her career as a dietary technician, to meeting her husband, Duane to her journey into becoming a very talented potter, Gladys shapes a great story with a few side anecdotes that give us a glimpse into someone completely interesting!

From having top "Street Cred" on the mean farm near Dewberry, to not fitting in at the mean schools of Edmonton, Lionel Romanchuk really only every wanted to work with horses. His reprieve from city life came when he got a job as a teenager at the horse racetrack. Eventually returning to his rural roots, Lionel live his childhood dream of riding the rodeo circuits. A life that would give him skills in Saddle making and eventually developing a love for public speaking as the ...