
Discover Fresh Perspectives
A series of short conversations, sometimes with myself, usually with others, that provide an opportunity to see every day events through different perspectives. The intent is to open up new possibilities for personal and organizational growth!
Episodes
90 episodes
Singing Through Adversity: Devon More on Recovery, Authenticity, and Songwriting
Welcome back to Discover Fresh Perspectives! In this heartfelt episode, host David Gouthro sits down with multi-talented singer-songwriter Devon More. You may know Devon from her captivating performances at loc...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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44:15

From Law to Literature: James Arnett’s Unexpected Journey Into Historical Fiction
Welcome to another episode of Discover Fresh Perspectives, hosted by David Gouthro. In today’s conversation, David sits down with James Arnett—a former corporate lawyer and CEO whose post-retirement chapter led him unexpectedly into the world o...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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32:04

Ants in My Pants: Joyce Perrin's Unexpected Adventures Across Seven Continents
In today's episode, I'm thrilled to bring you an inspiring conversation with Joyce Perrin, a passionate traveler who embarked on her global adventures at the age of 57. Having visited 187 countries over 23 years, Joyce shares her exhilara...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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40:45

The Profound Impact of Language: Insights from Sara Gilbert on Psycholinguistics
Welcome back to another entertaining episode of "Discover Fresh Perspectives." Today, we're diving deep with Sara Gilbert, a compelling guest from Montreal, whose passion for psycholinguistics offers intriguing insights into how language ...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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38:01

Why Culture Matters in Strategic Planning: A Conversation with Dr. Rob Lion
Welcome back to Discover Fresh Perspectives! In today's episode, we're thrilled to have the renowned Dr. Rob Lion join us. Rob, originally from Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, is a seasoned professor of Human Resource Development at Idaho State Univ...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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41:58

How Systems Thinking and Community Transform Environmental Action, with Malene Falch Colatla
Welcome back to another episode of Discover Fresh Perspectives! This week, host David Gouthro sits down with Malene Falch Colotla—a passionate advocate for environmental awareness and transformation. Their conversation starts with a se...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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36:48

Unlocking Human Intelligence: Bob Wiele on the 4Di System for Effective Thinking
Today we dive into the innovative world of thinking and collaboration with our distinguished guest, Bob Wiele, CEO of One Smart World. Bob's journey began in the realm of adult education, where he marveled at the untapped talent of individuals ...
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Season 2
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31:56

Exploring Medical Assistance in Dying: Tania Stilson Shares Her Personal Journey
Welcome to this episode of Discover Fresh Perspectives with your host, David Gouthro. Today, we are joined by Tania Stilson to explore a deeply personal and complex topic: Medical Assistance in Dying, or MAID. Tania shares her insights and expe...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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41:29

Supporting Afghan Women Through Marathons: Martin Parnell's Courageous Mission
In this episode of "Discover Fresh Perspectives," host David Gouthro welcomes Martin Parnell, a passionate marathon runner and advocate for Afghanistani women and girls. Martin shares the gripping story of how an article about the first f...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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34:01

Busting Menopause Myths: Lisa Lounsbury's Journey and Expertise
In today's episode, your host David Gouthro engages in an curiosity-based conversation with Lisa Lounsbury, a passionate expert in health and wellness, currently residing in Costa Rica but hailing from Northern Ontario, Canada. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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38:36

Navigating the Confidence Trap: Insights on Overcoming Overconfidence with Brandon Love
Welcome to Discover Fresh Perspectives with your host David Gouthro. In today's episode, I'm joined by Brandon Love, a passionate magician with a unique perspective on overconfidence. As Brandon shares his insights, we'll delve into how t...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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31:28

Exploring the Power of Kindness with Charmaine Hammond
In this episode of Discover Fresh Perspectives, host David Gouthro sits down with Charmaine Hammond, a remarkable guest with a deep passion for kind...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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36:47

Healing After Trauma: John Westhaver's Journey of Resilience and Recovery
Welcome to another empowering episode of "Discover Fresh Perspectives." In today's episode, we have the privilege of speaking with John Westhaver, an inspiring individual who has triumphantly overcome significant trauma to find purpose an...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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32:18

How Critical Thinking Can Save Lives: Insights from Carol Cambridge
Welcome back to another episode of "Discover Fresh Perspectives." In today's engaging conversation, our host, David Gouthro, sits down with Carol Cambridge, founder of The Stay Safe Project. De...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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36:13

From Film Grad to Memoir Writer: Kathrin Lake's Trail to Mexico
Welcome to another episode of "Discover Fresh Perspectives." In this conversation, hosts David Gouthro is joined by Kathrin Lake, an inspiring guest who takes us on a journey through her fascinating career tr...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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32:23

From Driftwood Sculptures to NFTs: Tyler Hayden's Journey Through Creative Expression
In this episode of Discover Fresh Perspectives, host David Gouthro welcomes the vibrant and multi-talented Tyler Hayden to the podcast. Tyler, a prolific author and energetic spe...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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21:24

From Vet Clinics to Creativity Workshops: Caroline Brookfield on Thriving in Ambiguity
In today's conversation, David Gouthro dives into a unique and enlightening topic with Caroline Brookfield, a veterinarian who is passionate about creativity and its impact on managing ambiguity. Caroline shares how her journey from veter...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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27:05

Creating Psychological Safety: How to Identify and Mitigate Workplace Hazard
In this week's episode of Discover Fresh Perspectives, we're joined by Philip Be'er, who shares his expertise on the concept of an amygdala hijack. Together with our host, David Gouthro, they explore how our brains res...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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38:44

Jenny Reilly on Elevating Leadership Skills for CEOs and Emerging Leaders
Welcome to yet another engaging episode of Discover Fresh Perspectives. Today, we're joined by Jenny Reilly, a dynamic business consultant and executive coach whose passion for leadership is transforming organizations from the inside out. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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28:21

Mindful Choices: Shaping Attitudes for Success with Tim Breightup
In this episode of Discover Fresh Perspectives, our host David Gouthro sits down with Tim Breightup, the founder of Spectrum Training, to explore the profound impact of attitude on personal and professional growth. Over the past 33 years,...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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30:23

Revitalizing Learning Through Movement: A Conversation with Carla Hannaford, PhD
In this episode of Discover Fresh Perspectives, host David Gouthro invites the remarkable Carla Hannaford to delve into a conversation that intricately weaves science, education, and personal growth. Carla, an award-winning biologist, edu...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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38:36

Amplifying Skills and Streamlining Tasks with AI Tools and Techniques
Today, host David Gouthro is joined by AI expert and coach Jonathan Mast, who is passionate about helping people leverage artificial intelligence to save time and bring more value to their lives. Jonathan shares his insights on ho...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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32:11

Crafting Fiction from Fact: Deb Stratas's Passion for Historical Storytelling
Welcome back to another exciting episode of Discover Fresh Perspectives! Today, I'm thrilled to be joined by Deb Stratas, a former IBM Canada veteran who transitioned from designing global leadership development programs to becoming an accompli...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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32:27

Transforming Lives Through Kindness: Insights from David McCann
In this episode of Discover Fresh Perspectives, host David Gouthro sits down with David McCann, a man driven by an unyielding passion for making the world a kinder place through random acts of generosity.Despite a chal...
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Episode 12
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35:23

Life's Messy Middle: Linda Edgecombe's Journey Through Transition
In this episode of Discover Fresh Perspectives, host David Gouthro warmly welcomes his friend and colleague Linda Edgecombe as his guest, where they dive into the topic of transitions. With a rich background of over three decades spent captivat...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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40:10
