Visual artist Tiko Kerr, lecturer, performer, set designer, art director, and activist is based in Vancouver, Canada. He’s been awarded numerous public commissions, written about extensively and has exhibited in respected galleries over the course of his 40-year career. His practice explores perception utilizing chance and improvisation in a multiplicity of materials and methodologies.Among Kerr’s many commissions are from The Vancouver Board of Trade, the BC Centre for Excellence, The Celebration of Light, Vancouver Opera, VSO, and The Sun Run. His collaborations include painting in performance with Ballet BC and designing the environment for a three-act ballet entitled “Boy Wonder” with Touchstone Theatre, Vancouver New Music and Ballet BC. Kerr also designed theatre sets for “True Mummy” and “Marion Bridge” and has won residencies such as the Brodsky Centre for Innovative Printmaking at Rutgers University, New Jersey, and at the West End Community Center for the City of Vancouver. His most recent project, an installation entitled “if becomes when” is the result of a 2 year collaboration with the notable poet Otoniya J. Okot Bitek which was mounted at The Pendulum Gallery in Vancouver in August/September of 2023. Kerr has a long and active commitment to HIV/AIDS advocacy and has recently art directed a documentary for Janssen Pharmaceuticals (Johnson & Johnson).He is represented by Monica Reyes Gallery in Vancouver, Canada.Website: https://www.tikokerr.com/Instagram: @tikokerrTo support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

I am joined once again by my friend, Brandon Tucker. He previously set the Guinness World Record for most pull ups in 24 hours and is the current record holder for Most Bar Muscle Ups in 24 hours. We discuss many topics in this podcast including: goal-setting, discipline, interacting with social media, and his new venture into CrossFit. Follow him on Instagram @tucker1_brandonTo support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

Dr. Landsberg is the Medical Director of Renal Transplantation, and Physician Leader and Division Head for the St. Paul's Hospital Renal Program. He was the founder of the St. Paul's Hospital Renal Transplant program, and has been instrumental in its growth and development.He is clinically active in pre-transplant, post-transplant and in-hospital transplant care, as well as participating in the coordination of clinical trials in transplantation. He is the Physician Lead for the Renal Transplant Program provincially for BC Transplant and has spearheaded the living donor program at SPH. Dr. Landsberg received his undergraduate and nephrology training at University of Toronto, and has been on staff at University of British Columbia since 1984.Dr Landsberg is an avid skier, and enthusiastic husband and father.To support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

Amanda is a Relationship Coach who helps teens, individuals, and couples create secure relationships within themselves and with each other. Her favourite - and most impactful - tool to use is the Enneagram, which deepens awareness, understanding, and compassion so that we all can continue to foster meaningful connections in our day to day lives, moment by moment.www.enneagraminrelationship.comInstagram: @enneagraminrelationshipEnneagram Type Test: https://www.easy-lms.com/enneagram-test/assessment-115333?PHPSESSID=newEnneagram Instinct Test: https://www.easy-lms.com/instincts-test/assessment-113484?PHPSESSID=newTo support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

Steph Sia is a 33-year old creative based in Vancouver, Canada. She is a podcaster, YouTuber, hobby chef, world traveler, and an internationally-awarded pole dancer. Basically an all around creative person. In her spare time, Steph likes to host dinner parties, wine and dine, and is a competitive and professional pole dancer.Stripped by SIA is a weekly podcast that brings to light the experiences of sex workers and other adult industry professionals. With the aim of destigmatizing the sex industry through education and humanization. Every week, host, Steph Sia talks with someone who is involved in the adult industry. Sia has interviewed hundreds of guests from varying walks of life, including porn stars, cam models, directors, producers, clients, allies and non-profit organizations, tackling real life challenges that we, as a marginalized group of people, endure. She hopes for creating the show is that listeners will leave with a better understanding of our work that is free from judgment, biases and negative stereotypes. New episodes every Sunday at 12:00am PST on all major podcast platforms!Social Links: Website - https://strippedbysia.com/OnlyFans - @siaoncameraInstagram - @strippedbysiapodcastTwitter - @strippedbysiaPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/StrippedbysiaPorn Literacy: https://www.apa.org/monitor/2021/03/teaching-porn-literacyTo support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

Jess St. John is a competitive calisthenics athlete and coach whom I've had the pleasure of working with over the past several months. In this podcast we discuss: posting to social media, how the environment affects your perspective, journalling and meditation techniques, and using the Placebo Effect to your advantage. Follow Jess on Instagram @jessstjohn and @calisthenicsvancouverCheck out her website: https://sjathletics.wixsite.com/jess-st-johnTo support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

It is with great pleasure that I welcome back a good friend of mine to the podcast, Mathew Sloan. Mathew and I discuss a variety of topics including: the philosophy and psychology of music, the impact that music that has on the individual and the collective, dealing with haters, Mathew's personal approach to writing and performing music, and of course, some tangents and many laughs. Follow Mathew on Instagram @mathew.musicTo support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

This is the debrief of my time attending the Special Operations Association Reunion (SOAR) in Las Vegas, Nevada. On this podcast, I have been fortunate to speak to multiple members of MACV-SOG including: John Stryker Meyer, Roger Lockshier, Dale Hanson, and Jim Jones-Shorten. There are no words to describe my gratitude to have been invited to attend the reunion, it was truly a life changing experience. In this episode, I describe the impact the event had on me and share many incredible stories. Attending the reunion ignited the flame within me to take on my next challenge - writing my first book! Military Assistance Command, Vietnam – Studies and Observations Group (MACV-SOG) was a highly classified, multi-service United States special operations unit which conducted covert unconventional warfare operations prior to and during the Vietnam War.Established on 24 January 1964, the unit conducted strategic reconnaissance missions in the Republic of Vietnam (South Vietnam), the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (North Vietnam), Laos, and Cambodia; carried out the capture of enemy prisoners, rescued downed pilots, conducted rescue operations to retrieve prisoners of war throughout Southeast Asia, and conducted clandestine agent team activities and psychological operations.

We continue the conversation with Jim Shorten covering the incredible adventures that he has experienced throughout his life. We start where we left off from last episode - discussing MACV-SOG. Continuing on to discuss: One-Zero School, his time as a ParaRescue Jumper, including his time with NASA for the first three shuttle landings, his rescue involvement in the Mt. St. Helen's Eruption, his professional pursuits in Chiropractics and Radiology, and his current occupation as a meteorite hunter and trader. Jim exemplifies that a relentless mentality to do your best can lead to tremendous success...and of course, to have fun while you do it!   To support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/ @themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

Jim Shorten served in the US Navy, the US Army, and the US Air Force. In this podcast, Jim and I discuss his upbringing, his eventual entrance into Special Forces and his time serving as the Team Leader (One-Zero) for Reconnaissance Team (RT) Delaware for MACV-SOG. We discuss many of the operations that he was involved in with the A-Team and eventually MACV-SOG, including one rescue mission (Brightlight Mission) that would end up spanning over 40 years. To support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

Discussing The River Principle: overcoming obstacles by flowing around them. To support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

Steph Sia is a 33-year old creative based in Vancouver, Canada. She is a podcaster, YouTuber, hobby chef, world traveler, and an internationally-awarded pole dancer. Basically an all around creative person. In her spare time, Steph likes to host dinner parties, wine and dine, and is a competitive and professional pole dancer.Stripped by SIA is a weekly podcast that brings to light the experiences of sex workers and other adult industry professionals. With the aim of destigmatizing the sex industry through education and humanization. Every week, host, Steph Sia talks with someone who is involved in the adult industry. Sia has interviewed hundreds of guests from varying walks of life, including porn stars, cam models, directors, producers, clients, allies and non-profit organizations, tackling real life challenges that we, as a marginalized group of people, endure. She hopes for creating the show is that listeners will leave with a better understanding of our work that is free from judgment, biases and negative stereotypes. New episodes every Sunday at 12:00am PST on all major podcast platforms!Social Links: Website - https://strippedbysia.com/OnlyFans - @siaoncameraInstagram - @strippedbysiapodcastTwitter - @strippedbysiaPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/StrippedbysiaTo support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

Discussing the Marcus Aurelius quote, "Let each thing you would do, say or intend be like that of a dying person." To support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

Jess and I discuss developing and manifesting a winning mindset, her experiences as a woman in a male dominated sport, cold water exposure, and a few tangents for good measure!Follow Jess St. John on Instagram: @jessstjohn@calisthenicsvancouverI've been an athlete since the age of 6, starting out as a gymnast. I first competed at age 10 and switched to competitive cheerleading at age 13. My drive took off in cheer. I was a 4x Team Canada athlete, winning worlds in 2012. I have also competed at the IASF worlds with my all star gym (Cheer Sport Sharks), 8 times, medalling twice. At age 25 I quit cheer. A year later I naturally fell into calisthenics while re-entering a gymnastics gym to see if I could still flip. I played around on bars taking inspiration from athletes like Demi Bagby and Gina Scarangella. I attended open gym twice a week, every week for the next few years, teaching myself more flips and calisthenics skills. In November 2019 I attended a calisthenics meet up in Mississauga, ON, where I met and trained with some of the best athletes in the country. I was welcomed into the community and my passion took off. In the late summer of 2020 I moved to Vancouver, BC, and established Calisthenics Vancouver to grow the sport out west. I also launched my own business coaching calisthenics in person and online. February 2022 marked the start of my career as a competitive calisthenics athlete. I battled at The Callout Comp in NYC. I love training hard to prepare for competitions and adore the moments in the spotlight. My goal is to become the best competitive calisthenics athlete I can be, and to inspire others to achieve skills they never imagined they were capable of. To support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

- Discussing the Outlaw's Trio: (i) skill, (ii) luck, (iii) dash of stupidity, as it relates to performance. - Brief discussion of Degree of Difficulty as a measure for athletic greatness.

Polina is a Ukrainian refugee who relocated to Vancouver, Canada in 2022. Her experiences and insight from the Russian invasion of her homeland are eye opening and enlightening. She offers a valuable perspective on the many rights and privileges that many Canadians don't think about - or even worse, take for granted. It was a pleasure to speak with her and to listen to her plans as a young woman trying to make a life for herself in a new country. To support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

I met Mathew a few months ago and we became fast friends over our mutual love of music. Born in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Mathew's musical journey began as a child when he became infatuated with the sound and mechanics of music and the musical instruments themselves. Into his teen years and adulthood, he began to focus attention towards acoustic guitar and the flamenco, blues, and country genres. In this podcast, we discuss the impact that music has had on his life and his adventures as a musician. After the podcast, Mathew performed an acoustic guitar session that you can view on Instagram and YouTube @themysteriapodcastFollow Mathew on Instagram @mathew.musicTo support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

Today's podcast is with my MMA instructor, Coach Sal. Sal owns and operates Clinch MMA in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia. We discuss a wide range of topics centred around how the skills and attributes one learns from training combat sports can be utilized to live a rewarding and fulfilling life. He sets the standard everyday and relentlessly pursues excellence for himself and his students. Coach Sal, a Vancouverite, started training in Karate at the age of 7. By the time he was sixteen years of age, Sal had earned a second-degree black belt in Tae Know Do under the then master, Sun S Choi, and was competing in local tournaments. Sal moved forward in martial arts, adding MMA to his journey and earning a Sports Science diploma from Douglas College.Sal didn't stop there and added Muay Thai to his training, where he had various coaches on the lower mainland before taking his first trip to Thailand to continue his studies in Muay Thai. Once there, he instantly fell in love with the culture and the sport, returning several times to train at the famous Sangmorakot gym under legendary promoter Jar Tui where he won a stadium title.In the early 2000s, Sal started competing in Amateur Kickboxing, MMA, and Pankration.He earned his way to the level of professional title. He continued to compete in MMA, kickboxing, and Muay Thai before retiring from competition in 2010.Sal opened Clinch MMA Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, in 2008. His studio offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and Muay Thai Kickboxing. Clinch MMA incorporates conditioning, submission, fighting, combat training, grappling techniques, judo throws, boxing, and self-defence into all of its classes.Sal has taken his athletes from local championships to World Title Main Event Championships internationally at the highest level in the sport. Sal is currently working as an official for the BC Athletic Commission. Follow Sal on Instagram @clinch4lifeTo support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fit

I am joined once again by my friend, Brandon Tucker. He previously set World Records for most pull ups in 24 hours and most muscle ups in 24 hours. We discuss many topics in this podcast including: setting goals, discipline, universal laws, humility, social media, humour, honesty, and gratitude to name a few.Follow him on Instagram @tucker1_brandonTo support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fitness

This is the second of two episodes with Dale Hanson, discussing his book, Born Twice: Memoir of a Special Forces SOG Warrior. Dale Hanson is an accomplished sculptor who has led a life of adventure and enjoyed numerous accomplishments. He is a black belt martial artist, author, a pilot of fixed wing and glider airplanes, has flown aerobatics and is a Special Forces underwater diver. He is a disabled veteran and a member of MENSA. During the Vietnam War, Dale was highly decorated Green Beret who served three years as as a commando in the famous MACV-SOG program, whose mission involved extremely dangerous raids far behind enemy Ines. This unit received more decorations and suffered higher rates of casualties than any American unit since the American Civil War. On one of those raids, Dale earned the first of serval purple hearts as his right hand was mangled by a burst of machine gun fire. It s ironic that he became a sculptor, a field in which one’s hands are so critical. Additional Titles by Dale Hanson: - Haiku: Flowers in the Grass- The Great Catch- The Last White Seal Hunter  https://www.amazon.com/stores/Dale-Hanson/author/B001KD7KE0?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueDale's carvings and sculptures can be found at this link:http://www.dale-hanson-studio.com/To support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/@themysteriapodcast@mysteria_fitness