Best ALTIS Podcasts (2025)

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Setting Expectations with Chris Miller of Mount Sinai Health System 45:52

3d ago45:52

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This episode is the ninth in a series of Stuart McMillan chatting with and introducing various presenters from The Speed Summit, brought to you by 3X4 Genetics. Our guest this time is Chris Miller Athletic Performance Coach at Mount Sinai Health System. Stuart and Chris talk about working in the NBA, the difference between team and individual sport…

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Harold Grinde - Gana River Outfitters, Hunting in the Mackenzies & the Value of Hard Work. 1:02:12

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Send us a text Harold Grinde owns Gana River Outfitters in the Mackenzie Mountains. Early on in his life he was captured by hunting and has worked as a guide all over North-Western Canada which eventually led him to Gana River Outfitters and eventually assuming stewardship and ownership of the Outfit. Gana River Outfitters still hunts on horseback …

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Leon Andrew - Life on the Land, Local Legends & A Changing World 59:41

11d ago59:41

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Send us a text Leon Andrew is a local Elder who needs no introduction if you have spent time in the Sahtú. His heritage is from the Mountain Dené; he spent the first 16 years of his life living on the land. In this episode, he recounts stories from his life, tells legends, and talks about some of the issues facing the North Currently. Thank you, Le…

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Blank Slate with Stacey Hardin, Director of Medical and Performance for Bay FC 1:03:18

11d ago1:03:18

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This episode is the eighth in a series of Stuart McMillan chatting with and introducing various presenters from The Speed Summit, brought to you by 3X4 Genetics. Our guest this time is Stacey Hardin the Director of Medical and Performance for Bay FC. Stuart and Stacey talk about working at Bay FC from the experience of it being a Start-Up, Injury P…

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Run a Lap with High Performance Consultant Sean Muldoon 36:44

18d ago36:44

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This episode is the seventh in a series of Stuart McMillan chatting with and introducing various presenters from The Speed Summit, brought to you by 3X4 Genetics. Our guest this time is Sean Muldoon former Head of Performance for the Seattle Sounders and Organizer of the Speed Summit. Stuart and Sean talk about Re-thinking how to Learn, How to Deve…

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Kevin Frank - Fitness, Motivation & Millennial Mindset 1:08:18

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Send us a text Kevin is a friend that I met in the Gym in Norman Wells one evening, we hit it off since then and spoke for around 2 hours that evening. Since then we decided it was a good idea to sit down and make an episode together. We come from different backgrounds but from he same era. This conversation was a ton of fun, we discuss Fitness, ho…

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Bryson Rogers - Beginning a new Journey, Healing Your Self & The Sahtú Support Association. 54:10

25d ago54:10

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Send us a text I discovered Bryson through his recent post on the Norman Wells Announcements page, where he laid out his intention and the beginnings of The Sahtú Support Association. It piqued my interest, and after connecting on Facebook, we decided to record together. He is just starting this new Journey and intends to follow up with us periodic…

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We're Not Broken, We're Building with Danny Foley of RudeRock Strength 57:19

28d ago57:19

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This episode is the sixth in a series of Stuart McMillan chatting with and introducing various presenters from The Speed Summit, brought to you by 3X4 Genetics. Our guest this time is Danny Foley of RudeRock Strength. Stuart and Danny talk about the Spectrum of Human Performance, Where he learend the most about Culture, The Boundaries between Stren…

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Rebecca Alty - Liberal Candidate for MP in the NWT, Being Mayor & Choosing Yellowknife. 1:02:34

28d ago1:02:34

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Send us a text Rebecca is the current Mayor of Yellowknife serving her 2nd term and has taken a leave to run as the Liberal MP for the NWT. We managed to sit down together during her visit to Norman Wells while campaigning in the Sahtú. We discussed her roots, how her family originally came to Yellowknife, and how her career developed from working …

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Strength Meets Skill: Rethinking the S&C Tool Box with Javier Miller Estrada of Ignite Performance 54:46

1M ago54:46

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This episode is the fifth in a series of Stuart McMillan chatting with and introducing various presenters from The Speed Summit, brought to you by 3X4 Genetics. Our guest this time is Javier Miller-Estrada, Co-Owner of Ignite Performance. Stuart and Javier talk Movement and Skill Acquisition, Short-Term vs Long-Term Development, the Athlete System,…

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Shining a Light with Dr. Ramsey Nijem, Director of Performance for Kansas Men's Basketball 46:33

2M ago46:33

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This episode is the fourth in a series of Stuart McMillan chatting with and introducing various presenters from The Speed Summit, brought to you by 3X4 Genetics. Our guest this time is Univeristy of Kansas Men's Basketball Director of Performance Dr. Ramsey Nijem. Stuart and Ramsey talk Experiencing the Mountaintop, New NCAA Realities, Mapping out …

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Kyle Newhook - The role of Aviation in the North, Choosing Norman Wells & Unusual Collections 59:54

2M ago59:54

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Send us a text Kyle Newhook is the Operations Manager for North-Wright Airways. He discovered Norman Wells at the start of his aviation career and basically never looked back. In this episode he tells the story of ending up here, how his perspective of aviation changed by living and working here. It was great to get the chance to talk to Kyle about…

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N of One is not Research, it's a Good Story with Loren Landow, Notre Dame Director Football of Performance 45:31

2M ago45:31

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This episode is the third in a series of Stuart McMillan chatting with and introducing various presenters from The Speed Summit, brought to you by 3X4 Genetics. Our guest this time is Notre Dame Director Football of Performance Loren Landow. Stuart and Loren talk Landow Performance, NFL Staff Ratings, Saturating Deceleration, Problem Solving ... an…

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Eating Tacos / Talking ISOs with Atlanta Falcons Director of Performance John Griffin 48:50

2M ago48:50

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This episode is the second in a series of Stuart McMillan chatting with and introducing various presenters from The Speed Summit, brought to you by 3X4 Genetics. Our guest this time is Atlanta Falcons Director of Performance John Griffin. Stuart and John talk Isometrics, Leading a Large Team, What Young Coaches need to know about Coaching in the NF…

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How Failure Became the Key to Success with Les Spellman 48:16

2M ago48:16

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This episode is the first in a series of Stuart McMillan chatting with and introducing various presenters from The Speed Summit, brought to you by 3X4 Genetics. Our first guest is none other than Les Spellman from Spellman Performance. Stuart and Les talk Combine Training, Managing a Large Team, Les' Learning Process and much more. The Speed Summit…

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Drayton Walker - Ditchers Landscaping, Entrepreneurship & Serving Community 58:58

3M ago58:58

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Send us a text Last summer, right after I started the podcast, I talked to Drayton about being a guest; he immediately said yes, but his busy season was in full swing. Finally, this week, we had the chance to sit down together. We talked about how he started his business, how it grew and is going, his childhood and how he came to Norman Wells. Thro…

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Dennis Rusch - Leadership, Becoming a Father & Male Responsibility 1:03:05

3M ago1:03:05

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Send us a text Dennis Rusch lived in Norman Wells for nearly a decade; during that time, he worked as a helicopter pilot. He has since moved to Yellowknife and is now working with Acasta Heliflight. Dennis is an avid hunter, adventurer, and soon-to-be father. We had the opportunity to sit down together while he was back in town recently, and it was…

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Doris Howard - Bearing Responsibility, Discovering Faith & Aiming Upwards 1:17:49

3M ago1:17:49

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Send us a text A friend of mine suggested that I Invite Doris on the show, and let me say that Doris is a remarkable person. Having endured the challenges she has and to have come out on the other still striving towards a better world. I was left in awe with her story, her resolve and her vulnerability in sharing it with me and you. Doris' story is…

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Brandon Scott - Becoming a Leader, Protective Services and New Chapters. 53:34

4M ago53:34

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Send us a text Brandon Scott is the current Fire Chief in Norman Wells. After Spending summers in the Sahtú as a kid he decided to move to Norman Wells full time to work as a power engineer with the GNWT. As the years past he saw an opportunity to embark on a new career path in public service with the fire department & protective services. We discu…

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Dorathy Wright - Fashion Week, Chasing your Passion & Sharing Knowledge 59:25

4M ago59:25

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Send us a text Dorathy is an entrepreneur living in Norman Wells Chasing her passion in Fashion in 2025 she will be travelling to Fashion Week in Paris to showcase her work. We sat down to learn about her roots, how she manages to start a business like hers in the North & what personally personally drives her.…

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Shamar Bennett - Growing up in Jamaica, Moving to Norman Wells & Playing Soccer for the NWT 58:54

4M ago58:54

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Send us a text Moving to Norman Wells for anyone not in the lifestyle here can be a big adjustment for anyone. But coming from Jamaica is a massive change. Shamar Bennett and I dig into his past, what the move was like, and the differences and similarities between his roots and his new path. Then, where has the adventure of his life taken him since…

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Tommy Kakfwi - Hosting Radio, Childhood Tuberculosis & Spirit of Adventure 57:35

5M ago57:35

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Send us a text Tommy and I got to know each other about 1 year ago when I was doing some work in Fort Good Hope. More recently we came across each other at the Legion in Norman Wells and decided we would do a podcast together. Out of sheer curiosity he agreed and the next day we sat down together. We talked about his childhood, and how devastating …

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Nicolas Akas - Life before Canada, Loving Radio & Moving to the West 59:19

5M ago59:19

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Send us a text Nicolas Akas and I had an opportunity to sit down together this past summer. I expected our conversation to be interesting, but he blew me away with his story. From his life in Africa and the development of his career there, being a radio personality, to then moving to Canada and now residing in Norman Wells, Nicolas's story is by no…

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Josh Ferguson - Growing up in Mexico, Career Path & State of mind. 1:07:23

6M ago1:07:23

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Send us a text Thank everyone who has been following the show; it's been great to have the opportunity to connect with all of the guests that we have had thus far. It's about time that I share who I am. Many of you know me already, but many of you don't. In this episode I sit down with Cathy Clarke, however I am on the other side of the desk today …

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Al Pace - Discovering Adventure, Canoe Tripping & Canoe North Adventures 1:03:02

6M ago1:03:02

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Send us a text This Summer, Al and I got the chance to sit down before he headed back down south for the winter. Al is one of the Owner Operators of Canoe North Adventures Situated in Norman Wells. In this episode we talk about how he discovered his love for the backcountry, his family background, meeting Lynn and how they got Canoe North Adventure…

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Sara-Jayne Dempster - The Humanitarian Crisis, What is the NTFL & Discovering the North. 46:27

6M ago46:27

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Send us a text It was great to sit with Sara-Jayne today to discuss all things NTFL and how they aim to help the Norman Wells advocacy effort moving forward. We also learn about her past and how she found herself as the president of the NTFL. The advocacy effort has a much better chance of working if more people's voices are heard, so please reach …

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Senator Paul Prosper - Humble Roots, Becoming a Senator & Visiting Norman Wells 29:58

6M ago29:58

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Send us a text It was an honour to have the chance to sit down with Senator Prosper yesterday November 4th. Paul is a Canadian Senator from Nova Scotia, he was also the Former Chief of the Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation. During our discussion we talked about his roots, how they shaped him into the person he is today, how he became a Senator and what bring…

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Danny McNeely - An Update, Heating Fuel, Ottawa & the Legislature. 36:56

7M ago36:56

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Send us a text This episode of the Breaking Ice podcast is an update from Danny McNeeley. There has been a recent surge in fuel prices in Norman Wells, specifically heating fuel. As we enter the winter, this is a dire situation with dire consequences for many people. Danny Mcneeley and other regional leaders have been focused on tackling issues on …

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Heidi Hodgson - Norman Wells Municipal Election Candidate for Council 55:33

7M ago55:33

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Send us a text I want to introduce Heidi Hodgson. I am grateful that we had the opportunity to sit down together to discuss her perspectives on the issues facing Norman Wells and how she aims to serve the community as a councillor in the upcoming term. Heidi has been a counsellor in the past and looks to be re-elected this year to help return Norma…

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Frank Pope - Norman Wells Municipal Election, Candidate for Mayor 1:01:19

7M ago1:01:19

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Send us a text I want to introduce Frank Pope. Frank is the incumbent mayor and has been a part of local politics for many years now. In this episode, we discuss why he seeks reelection this time and how he feels his skills are best suited for the job in the current situation. I enjoyed the opportunity to sit with Frank today and discuss the issues…

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Bob Greek - Norman Wells Municipal Election Candidate for Council 1:06:56

7M ago1:06:56

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Send us a text I want to introduce Bob Greek. Bob is a longtime resident of Norman Wells who has worked in logistics for most of his career. He has sat on Council before and looks to be re-elected this year to help us navigate our supply chain & cost of living issues. Through our conversation, I found Bob to be genuine, focused, and what I would co…

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Alexis Peachy - Norman Wells Municipal Election Candidate for Council 1:03:01

7M ago1:03:01

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Send us a text I want to introduce Alexis Peachey. She is a current counsellor for the municipality of Norman Wells and is seeking reelection in this next term in this episode. We will get to know her views on several issues and understand a little bit of her background, and hopefully, this episode will give you a little more insight into who Alexi…

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Jonathan Gillingham - Wildlife Photography, Perusing Art & The Importance of Mentorship 1:05:42

8M ago1:05:42

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Send us a text Jonathan Gillingham and I have known each other for around 3 years now, despite both being passionate about photography we have not spent enough time shooting together. I have a deep respect for his style, his eye is unique and his photos capture an essence of the North. We sit down and talk about photography, his view on art and how…

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Sylvia Clement - Choosing to Grow, Having Community & Fighting Cancer 1:03:16

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Send us a text Before this conversation, I knew Sylvia a little bit, but having the opportunity to sit with her specifically to hear her story, I can't describe how grateful I am. Thank you for taking the time to come on the show. We cover her childhood, becoming a mother, and how that changed her outlook on life, kickstarting her education to beco…

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Norman Yakeleya - Residential School, Canol Youth Leadership Hike & The power of recognition 1:07:17

10M ago1:07:17

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Send us a text Before this interview I had never met Norman Yakeleya, and from the moment we started talking his openness, confidence and honesty were immediately evident. Through our conversation, no matter what topic we covered one thing was clear, Norman was aiming what was true and good and he encouraged me through that openness to dive deep in…

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Laura Jenner - Lessons from Childhood, Choosing Aviation & A Service Mindset 1:02:42

10M ago1:02:42

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Send us a text Laura Jenner is a Pilot who works for North-Wright Airways, but she is also a exemplary person. We discussed her childhood, growing up with 5 older brothers and how her family managed their work life balance. How life changed as she grew up and how she came to decide that she wanted to be a pilot before ever having set foot in a plan…

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Danny Mcneely - The Mackenzie Valley Highway, FGH Wildfire & Why work in the public sector 53:10

10M ago53:10

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Send us a text Danny Mcneely is our current MLA in the Sahtú. We sat down and discussed his perspective on the Mackenzie Valley Highway and its progress, his pathway to working in public office and how those experiences have aided him in his work. And we take a look at the recent Fort Good Hope Evacuation. (This episode was recorded on the same day…

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Bill Braden - Story Telling & Photography, The evolution of the craft. 1:00:23

10M ago1:00:23

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Send us a text Bill Braden is a photographer, storyteller and writer. He is a longtime resident of Yellowknife and has built his career there since his youth. Bill and I have worked together briefly and have enjoyed sharing ideas, techniques and talking about photography together. Join us for a discussion about his current projects, his origin stor…

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Mary Pierot & George Grandjamb - Fort Good Hope Forest Fire Evacuation, Gratitude & Community 35:01

11M ago35:01

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Send us a text On June 15th 2024 a fire was noticed outside of the community of Fort Good Hope. Over the course of the day it grew to the point where a community evacuation was necessary. This effort was multifaceted, residents were moved by air and water, some headed out to their camps but many were flown to the neighbouring communities. I had the…

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Paulie Chinna - Serving as an MLA, Life after the elections & What's next? 54:35

11M ago54:35

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Send us a text This week we were able to sit down with Paulie Chinna, our former MLA who just recently finished up her first term in office. We get into her experience of being an MLA, what that was like for her through the numerous challenges she faced over her 4 years in office. What life has looked like since the most recent election and now whe…

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Danny Gaudet - Chasing Legends, Community Leadership & Meaning 58:47

12M ago58:47

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Send us a text Danny Gaudet is the Ɂekw’ahtı̨dǝ́ (Chief) of Délı̨nę. He has lived in the Sahtú for his whole life and was instrumental in negotiating the self government agreement between Délı̨nę and the Federal Government. We had the opportunity to hear about his background, understand what motivates him and how he views leadership. We talk about …

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