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"Not So Average" celebrates relatable success stories from everyday people proving you don’t need to be a billionaire or celebrity to be extraordinary. Hosted by start-up junky and world traveler Alistair Shipley, each episode dives into the journeys of community shakers—people redefining what success looks like through their unique paths. Through candid conversations and real insights, Not So Average reveals lessons, struggles, and triumphs, reminding us all that success is never one-size-fits-all. Let’s get into it!
Unknown Host hosts Not So Average, a education show with 30 episodes published.
In this episode of Not So Avg, Isaac Bignell, owner of Say Cheese Fromagerie in Calgary’s Crossroads Market, shares how a simple cheese counter turned into a full community experience. From wheel openings and curated din
In this episode of Not So Avg, Nick Thompson pulls back the curtain on the realities of entrepreneurship. The parts people rarely talk about. An entrepreneur, coach, and author, Nick shares the story behind building and
In this episode of Not So Avg, Kealen Bailey takes us through a career path that’s anything but traditional. Starting as an interior designer and competitive equestrian, evolving into a Muay Thai fighter, and now leading
In this episode of Not So Avg, Danijel Slisko opens up about what it really looks like to build, fail, and build again. Sharing the highs, lows, and hard-won lessons from founding six companies across multiple industries
In this solo episode of Not So Avg, we get real about something too many of us face but rarely talk about—burnout. Recognized by the World Health Organization as an occupational phenomenon, burnout is no longer just a bu
From varsity basketball courts to building brands across North America, Cameo Hanlon has never been afraid to go full tilt into her next chapter. In this episode of Not So Avg, she shares how the same mindset that fueled
In this episode of Not So Avg, Jordana Armstrong unpacks what it really means to drive social innovation—and why it’s critical for solving global challenges like climate change, inequality, and migration. With experience
In this episode of Not So Avg, master chocolatier Bernard Callebaut shares the highs, lows, and lessons from a lifetime in the chocolate industry. With family roots in chocolate dating back to 1911 in Belgium, Bernard bu
In this episode of Not So Avg, Nicholas Beique, founder of Helcim, shares the journey behind one of Calgary’s standout FinTech companies. Built with the mission to level the playing field for small businesses, Helcim is
In this milestone episode of Not So Avg, we reflect on the biggest lessons from the first 20 episodes of the show. What started as a way to highlight the uncommon paths to success has turned into a powerful archive of re
In this episode of Not So Avg., we sit down with Michael Sydoryk, a self-taught wildlife painter who left chiropractic school to follow a creative path rooted in purpose and passion. We explore how Michael turned uncerta
In this episode of Not So Avg., I sit down with Chef Mike Pigot, a force in Canada’s culinary scene and someone who has built his career on passion, precision, and people. We dive into his journey from discovering a love
This one’s for the dreamers building bold things with real heart. In this episode of Not So Avg., I sit down with Alexandra Sangster, founder of The Sarjesa Group and Owner of BUZZD Nutrition, who started a purpose-drive
This week on Not So Avg., we sit down with Ray DePaul, a tech veteran turned educator who’s helped shape the future of entrepreneurship at Mount Royal University. From his early days at BlackBerry to selling a company to
In this episode of Not So Avg., we dive deep into a topic that affects everyone—stress and anxiety. These challenges show up in different ways for each of us, but one thing is universal: learning how to manage them can c
Mandy Balak doesn’t just build businesses—she builds movements. From founding Date Night & Branded Magazine, to creating The Well, The Gathering Summit and Rise Women’s Conference, Mandy has carved out a Not So Avg. path
Josh Russell, one of Canada’s most respected 5th-degree black belts in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, shares his journey defined by passion, perseverance, and relentless discipline. This isn't a Joe Rogan podcast. From being inspi
In this episode of Not So Avg., we sit down with Haley Daniels, an Olympic canoe slalom athlete turned corporate, to dive into a story of grit, advocacy, and reinvention. Haley’s journey is anything but average. From ove
"Not So Avg." Podcast: Innovating Education with Lisa Davis In this episode ofNot So Avg., hostAlistair Shipley sits down withLisa Davis, founder of theSTEM Innovation Academy, to explore how education can be transformed
In this special 10th episode of Not So Avg., host Alistair Shipley takes a moment to reflect on his journey—both in podcasting and his unconventional career path. This episode is different. It’s a look behind the mic, ex
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