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Jay Douglas, Multi-Juno nominated artist and Canadian Reggae Icon talks about coming to Canada, working with artists like Ziggy and Bob Marley, Music Culture, Connecting with nature,  and his new album Confession with historical blues foundations. 

Hear Jay sing impromptu as he talks about the make-up of reggae music and its history in Canada. 

Featured Songs:

• Jah Children
• I Love Toronto
• Darling, I'm Yours

Website: https://jaydouglasmusic.com

Jason Breau, Tattoo Artist from Patron Heart Tattoo Studios gives his insights on the artistry of tattoos, answers common questions you may have if you're considered one or already have one and want more information.

Instagram: Jason Breau
Instagram: Patron Heart Tattoos

Marc Nelson, Lead Scientist at Fellow One Research shares his knowledge on Body Type Science and what it means for your health. Get insights on "skinny-fat", BMI, BMR, and more. He explores the 4 body-types he's identified and how you can use that information.

Website: Fellow One Research


Kingston Literacy & Skills with Christianne Wojcik providing free services and insights on learning and career development opportunities whether you're new to Canada or simply want to help advance your current career.

Website: KLS Read


The Hybrid Office Struggle, a look at the current landscape for hybrid work as employees are selective in where they work if work-life balance isn't part of the equation. This article looks at stats provided by Microsoft in a return-to-office study.

Article: The Hybrid Office Struggle

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1. Author Mark Berrios-Ayala joins us to discuss his new book, "Let's Get Sincere" as he explains "Allyship".

• Book Kindle Edition
• Book Paperback Edition

2. Aaron Rayford, Christian AC Artist shares his new song, "You Are" with us, and also talks about his real-life faith journey with his wife and kids as they leave their home behind and travel the United States in an RV.

• Aaron Rayford Music
• The Rayfords on YouTube

3. Janice Founk shares her knowledge on Circle Drumming and a performance with her Leamington Ontario Circle Drumming group. 


4. I explore the recent Rogers Communication outage across Canada and provide some personal experience and insights. 

• Rogers Article Link

5. Chris Hale from The Whythouse band shares his new song with us, "Heat"

• The Whythouse Band

6. The Whythouse & Jennifer Alvarado share their recent song collaboration that has been eating up the indie music charts, "Stars Collide".

• Jennifer Alvarado
• The Whythouse Band

7. The 4 Fans Talk Sports gives you an abbreviated segment, but includes exclusive off-the-air content from the It's Not The Ref Podcast Series. 

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1. Jennifer Alvarado is a decorated country-pop artist who joins us from North Carolina to share 3 songs. One of those is a brand new one that is part of a larger project.  We also chat her music journey, faith, and mental health as she gives you several avenues of connecting with positivity.

Songs Include:

• Curious
• Filthy Water
• Rock This Way

You can listen and purchase them through her personal web site with links to other cool content. 

Web Site: JenniferAlvarado.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/guitardiva12

2. Ron Butler from Butler Mortgage talks interest rate hikes, inflation, gives advice on fixed vs variable with insights on trends as we explore the next few cycles for home ownership.

3. Shrinkflation is explored as part of the current trend on rising costs of living coupled with a reduction in product sizes through an opinion piece from the blog on guidopiraino.com

4. A Customer Experience Journey is explored through three different vendors: Air Canada, Taco Bell, and Longo's Food Market. The related opinion article can be found on the guidopiraino.com blog

5. It's Not The Ref Sports Podcast Co-Hosts Roland & Guido Piraino talk the NHL Stanley Cup Finals, Champion Colorado Avalanche, Sour Grapes and Gripes from the Tampa Bay Lightning, Coach and player moves, and more as we close out the 2021-22 season from Hawaii!

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1. Drew Arnott & Strange Advance return to deliver a new album, Strange Advance 4, as their 1980's hit "We Run" continues a resurgence across generations. 

Drew talks the early start with Bryan Adams, Remote Control, and Metropolis. Also, working with Steve Sexton, David Bowie, Randy Bachman, and other artists. Follow the journey that took Strange Advance across Canada into hiatus and now back in the spotlight.  Plus, hear their hit song, "We Run", plus two new ones, "They Don't Know" and "Perfect Day".

Website: https://strangeadvance.com 

2. Paul McCarthy: The Chief Fired Officer talks about having been fired four times, once by the same company that fired Hollywood Star, Simu Liu. He talks about performance plans, organizational change management, check-box performance, business acuity, and why the very leadership skills you might get hired for, can also get you fired as organizations struggle to live up to modernization.

Website: https://www.paulmacleadership.com

3. What is VPN and Do You Need It? Tune in to hear tech advice on how to get your very own Virtual Private Network and why you might want to. Learn about the terminology, how it works,  what some of the benefits are, and what to look for.

The associated article can be found in the blog section of  GuidoPiraino.com  where you can find a discount on the NordVPN by following the links in the article.

4. What is the Health Outlook for 2022? Have a listen through our return to the Farmer's Almanac series where we get information on sleeping, medical engagements, terminology and more.

Also, hear about my eye-glass purchasing experience that leaves me wondering about costs and access to eyewear for everyone.

5. Leafs Fall In The Spring: The 4 Fans Talk Sports and focus on the Toronto Maple Leafs and another early 1st round exit as the fan base has another melt-down. Where do the Leafs go from here? Find out as I take an unusual position on the team. You can also view this segment on http://itsnottheref.com 

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1. Alexandra Dotcheva, Author of the book Holistic Self-Confidence gives us insights on her 5 pillars of self-confidence and how to have more than just  balance. Get insights on her life transition through childhood studying violin, Performing in Orchestras, Dealing with Stage Fright, Becoming a Black Belt in Martial Arts, Being a  Nurse, and now Author--all while she re-defines fail-forward. 

• Amazon Book Link
• Author Website

2. The Whythouse Band with Chris Hale give Canada and the world some new music vibes with their Urban Country Pop mix. It's super unique and ultra infectious beats will send you searching for more. Find out about the real meaning behind the name, how they re-emerged from hiatus to over a million Spotify streams. Plus, hear 3 of their songs, including a new release, "Let It Roll" . 

• The Whythouse Band Web Site 

3.  Cam Campli talks Car Maintenance tips & Gives an EXCLUSIVE SAVINGS CODE. Find out more on All Season, All Weather, & Winter Tires, Regular vs. Synthetic Oil changes, Brake Maintenance, and other secrets that can save you money. 

• SpinCam Tirecraft Site

4.  Learn about new Bone Conduction Technology  as a means to help you hear better. With this device, I have been able to hear voices of family and friends that I haven't heard in 30+ years!

• Hearing Better Article & Product Link

5. How Do You Make Your Home or Small Business  Internet Faster and more Reliable?

• Home Internet Article & Product Link

6. Are You A Duck or A Goose? Listen in on how this childhood experience has become a life lesson for me and how it can be for you too. 

• Duck or Goose Story Link

7. The 4 Fans Talk Sports. 

• Mike Bossy, Tiger Woods , F1 & Ferrari , more

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Guido Online
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1. "Like It or Not", Sarah Tolle will "Fight For You" as we talk with her about:

• Being Canadian
• Her musical self-discovery and the journey she is on
• The meaning and motivation behind her music
• How she found the banjo and does it go everywhere she does
• Why and how she helps just about anyone
• What's coming up next for her career wise and 

Plus, listen to her song "Fight For You" and the release of her new song, "Like It Or Not  (This is How I Look Naked).

Social Media:

• SarahTolle Website
• Sarah Tolle on Spotify

2. Poli-Medical, The New Alternate Facts: Understand what poli-medical advice is, how you're receiving it, and if that's a good thing. The new term is explored through the experience of an 8 year old and the advice of 90 year old parents.

• Reference Article

3. Go Back To The Future: Friday May 30, 1919 in this review from science.org and see if that experience gives you dejavu to 2022 with respect to social behaviours, medical, science, and political advice, and more. Have we evolved in any way in over 100 years? Maybe not.

• Reference: Science.org

4. Weather Patterns & Sun on Your Skin: Hear what the weather looks like in Canada this year from our Almanac series and the impact of the sun on your skin.

• Reference: Chemical & Engineering

5. Coalition Governments: What are they? Would Ontario benefit from one? What do the polls say in terms of priorities?

• Reference Article

6. Students Reflect on Pandemic Culture. As mandates lift, some students have been catching COVID. By interviewing two students, Grade 8 and 5, we explore what that feels like, the impact at home with siblings, back at school with teachers and friends, future worries, shaming, peer pressure, comfort levels, masking, and more.

7. The Impact of Gas Prices in Canada with Reporter Anthony Piraino as he interviews Richmond Hill residents on what it means to them and how they are coping. Are you in the same boat as these students, workers, business owners, recreation, and retired citizens?

8. 4 Fans Talk Sports, c

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1. Current Events:

• The occupation of Ottawa and insurrection on democracy is explored with support from articles that consider law, liberty, and freedom as well as clarification on the difference between misinformation and disinformation. Also a look at how occupiers were seeking protection from the American Bill of Rights and Miranda rights in Canada during their bail hearings. 
• An introductory look at the Ontario vehicle sticker fees coming to an end and what that means in terms of future services.

Media References:

• Article: Law, Liberty, Freedom, and Toilet Paper 
• Article: The Difference Between Misinformation & Disinformation

2. Black History Month: Reflection on Black History Month and anti-racism through "The Lonesome Death of Elijah McClain". An extension to our conversation with The Co-Conspirators, supported by an article on guidospiraino.com that recognizes the song title, while also revisiting George Floyd. 

3. The Co-Conspirators | Will Richards & Katherine Simons: The Canadian duo from Hemmingford Quebec chat with us about their new album "The Unreliable Narrators", give music insights, explain "The Lonesome Death of Elijah McClain", provide stories from being on the road, the truth about who the songs are about, and more! They share three of their new songs:

• Walk Me Home Tonight
• The Lonesome Death of Elijah McClain
• You Shone So Bright

Social Media:

• Co-Consirators Website
• Co-Consipirators Facebook

4. Pet Trends: A look at pet trends during the pandemic, including new foods, cost of ownership, adoption preferences, technology to monitor health, and population. Plus, a look at does the type of pet you own determine how you're going to vote in a federal election?


5. 4 Fans Talk Sports: Leaning on a spin-off show called "It's Not The Ref", the sports segment looks at:

• Super Bowl Ref Controversy as RAMS beat Bengals
• HABS beat Up Leafs, butrefs still questionable 
• The Olympics and did anybody watch?
• NHL's Arizona Coyotes building a 5K Barn!?

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Johnny Prosciutto
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1. Erin Hill - Billboard Harpist & Singer, Actor:  Kentuckiana, harps, performances,  #1 Billboard, creation process,  Chapelle Show,  acting, Game of Thrones, & more as we explore her career and experiences working with other talent like Kanye West,  Enya, Moby, A-Ha, Josh Groban, Jewel, performing for Royalty, & more. Plus, tune in for two songs!

Social Media:
http://erinhill.com/
http://www.instagram.com/erinhillharp
http://twitter.com/erinhillharp
http://www.youtube.com/erinhillharp
Eleanor Rigby Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrTXThl3AkI
Giant Mushrooms Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiXNzHbMKLg 

2. The Future of Farming: We explore how you can own a farm without being a farmer and what "FarmFluencer" means. What is the future of farms when it comes to Hydroponics, Aquaponics, and vertical farms? 

3. Kelly Besd: Canadian artist shares with us her new song, "Dreamin'" with a spotlight on  "racial injustice and discrimination."
https://kbesd.ca/home

4. Education Inequity:  A focus on the recent impact of policy over practicality when it comes to remote learners during the pandemic.
Article Links: Medium : https://guidopiraino.com

5. 4 Fans Talk Sports as they explore:  Top 5 Jerks in Sports? OT in the NFL, Djokavic, Aaron Rodgers, Canadiens and Maple Leafs next moves , NHL All Star Game,  &  the Super Bowl.

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1. 6x Billboard Artist Franklin McKay gives us some insights on music, writing, being an independent artist, working with industry talents like Harry Hess, Bill Champlin, Greg Fitzgerald, Marc Jordan, Heather Rankin, and more! Find out about his new single, "Don't Forget Love",  where his music roots started, hobbies, and more! We also chat about his recent  holiday song, "Christmas Ain't The Same (Without You)", the process, and how people matter.

PLUS: Debut Release of NEW SINGLE, "Don't Forget Love".

2. 2022 is here! What are some of the projected trends for Food, Health, Money, and Real Estate? I take a look at some of the details outlined in this year's Farmer's Almanac for these areas.

3. Canadian Songbird Kaleigh Watts serenades us with "The Hunt", a single from her album Smoke Lake. An enchanting song that takes you on a journey in and out, while wanting more.

4. Richmond HIll Acting Mayor, Joe DiPaola joins us to talk people, platform,  by-election, and more as he prepares for a January race in this Southern Ontario community. He provides insights on growth, serving the public, holding multiple roles and maintaining balance, while sharing some personal growth with us.

Link: https://joedipaola.ca

5. A Return To Office Opinion Article: Is it true that "If the desire and belief to return to pre-pandemic inefficiency and waste is a marker for perceived success over the pandemic itself, then we will have learned little outside the medical science of COVID19?" Do we need to return to an office to be successful? Are some companies rushing to it unnecessarily as a means to feel like they've restored normal?

6. 4 Fans Talk Sports: Brian, Clark, Roland, and Guido are back around the virtual water cooler in the new year talking Olympics, NHL, Formula 1, and more! Who is the NHL's biggest surprise? Should Carey Price be traded? Boycott the Olympics? Who is the F1 Champion? Grey Cup, and 2022 predictions. 

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Musical Artist, Franklin McKay
6 Time Billboard Chart Artist.

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A look back at 2021:

1. Stanley Cup Champion & Motivational Speaker Ryan Walter
2. CBC Producer of The Vinyl Cafe with Stuart McLean, Jess Milton
3. Chief of the Missanabie Cree First Nation, Jason Gauthier 
4. Residential School Survivor, Jackie Fletcher
5. Billboard Rocker, Anthony Rosano 
6. Documentarian, Sam Cistaro on The Soo Greyhounds
7. Fresh Water Surfer, Peter Greve
8. Mindfulness Coach, Fred Pitt
9. Composter & Yoga Laughter Master, Cathy Nesbitt
10. COVID19 Survivor, Renata Solski
11. Registered Nurse, Patty Greve
12. IT Manager & Musician, Stephen Gilmore
13. Autism Advocate, Lynda Peacock
14. Tarot Spirit Reader, Kimberly Clement
15. Musical Guest: 6x Billboard Artist, Franklin McKay
16. Musical Guest: Marina Piraino
17. Musical Guest: Johnsons Creek Band
18. Musical Guest: Chase Stevens
19. Musical Guest: Kaleigh Watts
20. Musical Guest: Frankly Speaking | Frank Greco & Frank Gioia
21. Musical Guest: Mystic Fools
22. Musical Guest: Tania Tuusa
23. Musical Guest: Laura Keating
24. Articles From Guido Piraino
25. 4 Fans Talk Sports: Brian Watts, Roland Piraino, Clark Rasmussen 

Thanks to all the guests in 2021.

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Recipes At My Table
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Chasers Fresh Juice
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Johnny Prosciutto
Our product’s are all 100% naturally cured just like Nonno and Nonna make it!

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Simulated Fantasy Hockey League
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Guido Online
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Artist, Marina Piraino
A youthful musical artist with a unique, fresh, and welcoming sound!

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