Brain Needs Fuel
The goal of this podcast is to help students increase their knowledge of all the possibilities offered to them upon graduation. It also showcases the backgrounds and accomplishments of people in the North Bay community. Brain Needs Fuel features guests from various business industries to share their stories and talk about; Their upbringing, their accomplishments, their study field, the challenges they faced at school and in their career, the advice they would give to university students, and more.w podcast weblog
The goal of this podcast is to help students increase their knowledge of all the possibilities offered to them upon graduation. It also showcases the backgrounds and accomplishments of people in the North Bay community. Brain Needs Fuel features guests from various business industries to share their stories and talk about; Their upbringing, their accomplishments, their study field, the challenges they faced at school and in their career, the advice they would give to university students, and more.w podcast weblog
Episodes

Apr 5, 2024
Apr 5, 2024
55 min
Découvrez un voyage inspirant dans le domaine de l'entrepreneuriat avec Tony Morino, un visionnaire qui est co-fondateur et vice-président de Wiseday.
Branchez-vous alors que nous explorons les coulisses de la création de Wiseday une startup novatrice au Canada. Tony Morino partage ses insights uniques sur le chemin vers le succès entrepreneurial, y compris sa selection pour la classe Forbes 30 Under 30 de 2024 dans la catégorie Consumer Technology.
Plongez dans des discussions passionnantes sur l'équilibre de vie d'un entrepreneur, l'importance de la mentorat et bien plus encore. Que vous soyez un aspirant entrepreneur ou simplement passionné par l'innovation et le leadership, ce podcast est fait pour vous.
Rejoignez-nous pour des conversations enrichissantes, des conseils pratiques et une dose d'inspiration pour nourrir votre esprit.💡
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@David Bokanga
@TonyMorino
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Apr 5, 2024
55 min

Feb 26, 2024
Feb 26, 2024
54 min
Plongez au cœur de la diversité médicale et de la résilience humaine dans cet épisode captivant de Brain Need Fuel🎙️.
Rejoignez-nous alors que nous explorons les épreuves et les triomphes du Dr. Drice, médecin résident spécialisé en psychiatrie et une figure inspirante, qui partage son parcours de foi et de détermination à travers les obstacles.
Découvrez également l'importance cruciale de la représentation des Noirs en médecine et les défis persistants auxquels sont confrontés les psychiatres au Québec. Un voyage fascinant à travers les frontières de la médecine, de la société et de la culture Africaine et Occidental. Des discussions franches, des perspectives uniques et des idées stimulantes vous attendent.
Ne manquez pas cet épisode riche en réflexion qui promet de nourrir vos neurones et de nourrir votre âme.
📲Suivez-nous:
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@brainneedsfuel
@David Bokanga
@Valéry-Drice Tchomba
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Feb 26, 2024
54 min

Feb 26, 2024
Feb 26, 2024
11 min
Join us as we chat with Corina Irwin, a Biology and Anatomy teacher at Nipissing University. Corina shares insights into the importance of nutrients, particularly calcium, in our diets. Learn about her journey into biology, the difference between cartilaginous and bone skeletons, and why she's passionate about teaching.
🌱 Key Topics: Nutrition essentials, calcium's role in health, Corina's journey in biology, skeletal structures, and teaching motivations. Tune in for a fascinating discussion on biology, nutrition, and the joy of teaching with Corina Irwin! 🎧
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Feb 26, 2024
11 min

Jan 31, 2024
Jan 31, 2024
35 min
Join us today in this enlightening episode of Brain Needs Fuel as David sit down with the exceptional Dr. Gyllian Phillips. In this episode, we'll dive into Dr. Phillips' academic journey, from her undergrad days to pursuing a doctorate, as she shares interesting knowledge on the connection between British literature and colonialism.
Dr. Phillips generously shares what fueled her to become a university teacher. Gain insights into her passion for teaching young adults, where she explores the best approach to education, emphasizing inclusivity and cultural awareness.
In our conversation, Dr. Phillips opens up about parenting as she shares her experience raising black children in a predominantly white environment. Gyllian guides us through the learning curves, challenges, and the profound insights she gained along her journey.
Don't miss out on the valuable insights she shares about literature, teaching, diversity, and the transformative power of understanding one another. #BrainNeedsFuel #EducationJourney #AdaptiveTeaching #Parenting #DiversityInEducation #podcastepisodes
Jan 31, 2024
35 min

Apr 4, 2023
Apr 4, 2023
42 min
This episode features Mary Thornton, she's a professor at Nipissing University, a band coordinator of The Eddie Band and she is a well-known music professional across Canada. Mary talks about her view on creativity, and how music classes should be part of every kid's education. She shares her experiences in being an adjudicator at multiple events including MusicFest Canada. Her charism, as well as musical talents and leadership skills, have led her to win multiple awards. During our conversation, Mary shares great knowledge on how growth is more important than awards, the requirements to be a great teacher, advice for younger people, and more.
Apr 4, 2023
42 min

Feb 27, 2023
Feb 27, 2023
37 min
This episode features Thomas Brown, the President and Co-founder of BuzzMasters a video production company. Thomas speaks on how he created BuzzMasters along with two other co-founders. Also he talk about his love for technology at an early age and people who influenced him. During our conversation, Thomas touch on how he became an expert of marketing through self-education, his involvement in different networking groups, advice for students, aspiring entrepreneurs and more.
Thomas Brown @therealtbee @buzzmasters
Feb 27, 2023
37 min

Feb 11, 2023
Feb 11, 2023
29 min
This episode features Bailey Mainville, the owner of Elliot + Olivia bridal boutique. She talks about how navigating through different careers helped her find her calling in creating her business. Bailey speaks on how she balances work and life. During our conversation, Bailey touches on what it takes to be an entrepreneur, the people she's inspired by, her time at school, and more.
Feb 11, 2023
29 min

Jan 17, 2023
Jan 17, 2023
24 min
In this episode Kyle and Jessica owners of Good Glaze talk about opening the doughnut shop, growing their business during Covid, what it takes to be an entrepreneur, living with Cystic Fibrosis, and more.
Jan 17, 2023
24 min

Brain Needs Fuel Premiere | Kyle and Jessica Good Glaze Owners
In this episode Kyle and Jessica owners of Good Glaze talk about opening the doughnut shop, growing their business during Covid, what it takes to be an entrepreneur and more.

Brain Needs Fuel Ep. 2| Bailey Mainville owner of Elliot + Olivia
This episode features Bailey Mainville, the owner of Elliot + Olivia bridal boutique. She talks about how navigating through different careers helped her find her calling in creating her business. Bailey speaks on how she balances work and life. During our conversation, Bailey touches on what it takes to be an entrepreneur, the people she's inspired by, her time at school, and more.




