This week, it's PART II of my conversation with Lena Cebula, wife and mother of 3 who escaped a life of hell in the former Soviet Union as a human trafficking survivor and was trapped in world of drug addiction, where she eventually found faith and healing. In PART II, we discuss her arrival in Canada, still under control of her captors, and how she is able to break free with the kindness of a stranger
Sensitive topics are discussed, listener discretion is advised
More about Lena can be found here:
http://www.lenacebula.com
In this week's episode, I'm speaking with Laverne Friesen, a former law enforcement officer and a survivor of childhood abuse. After experiencing a prolonged mental health crisis, a divorcee, forced career change and heartbreak, Laverne transformed his pain into personal growth. Now as a transformational coach, Laverne helps others find personal empowerment, deeper connections, and fulfilling relationships. This is Laverne's story!
Laverne Friesen on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/LaverneFriesen97
On TikTok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@trueemotionhealing?lang=en
Website:
www.trueemotion.ca
In this week's episode, I'm speaking with Brian Heilig, who has an amazing story of the birth of his son Greyson. Greyson was born as a micro-preemie baby, and his will to survive along with a doctors quick actions ensure that he is a thriving 7 year old today. Brian wrote a book on what he and his family went through, and we touch on some of those details and more. This is is Brian's story
Eat Poop & Grow Book & more about Brian:
http://brianheilig.com
This week, I am speaking with Lena Cebula, a wife and mother of 3 who escaped a life of hell in the former Soviet Union as a human trafficking survivor as a human trafficking survivor and was trapped in world of drug addiction, where she eventually found faith and healing. In PART ONE of the conversation, Lena discusses her traumatic teen years, and why she is now able to finally share her story! *Sensitive topics are discussed, listener discretion is advised*
More about Lena:
http://www.lenacebula.ca
Count on this! My conversation with singer Ted Axe, the Count Of Rock!! We are talking about his latest music, and latest video for the song 'Isolate', and an interesting celebrity encounter. Ted Axe formerly of the 1977 Canadian punk band "The Action". Enjoy my chat with the Axeman himself!
Video of our conversation can be found here: https://youtu.be/MT-_Xd12qPE
This week, it's my conversation with Crash Midnight singer Shaun Soho, about the band's latest single "Strung Out On Sunset", playing shows all around Vegas in 2024, how 80s era rock stars see themselves now, getting the band into the studio and more!
More about Crash Midnight:
https://www.facebook.com/crashmidnight
More about Chad Vice:
https://sebcamco.com
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
Here it is, my latest conversation with singer David Reece Official, (Accept, Bangalore Choir, IRON ALLIES, Bonfire) who just dropped a new solo album, titled "Baptized By Fire". David discusses the making of the new album, the songwriting process, going in a heavier musical direction, upcoming U.S. shows and more stuff!
More David Reece: http://davidreeceofficial.info
Video of this conversation is available here: https://youtu.be/xmWUexM7teA?si=kHv7tWuVMIRva_t-
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
My conversation with singer/guitarist/songwriter Gheeyeh Olivares of the heavy metal band Mind Of Fury. Originally from Chile, now residing in Florida, Ghee talks about the formation of his band, the release of their latest album, 'III', and how they are tearing up the Florida metal music scene with their 3 piece of aggression and melody. Originally recorded back in November 2023.
Mind Of Fury:
http://mindoffuryband.com
Video of this conversation is available here: https://youtu.be/RZNazul4cWg?si=LKg_A7x66-L-YU60
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
Originally recorded over Zoom in Nov 2023, my conversation with the legendary singer/guitarist and songwriter Mark Farner. Best known as a co-founder and main songwriter formerly from the band Grand Funk Railroad (later Grand Funk), Mark Farner's American Band is hitting the road in 2024 with more shows, plus they discuss the recent release of a new concert DVD/CD/LP from 1989. 'Rock & Roll Soul Live 1989', some upcoming musical projects to look forward to and more!
More about Mark Farner:
http://markfarner.com
https://www.facebook.com/MarkFarnerAmericanBand/
http://moxiepublicity.com
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
In this episode, I talk to Irish born Derek Hynes, about his many travels across this great big world, finally settling in Holland for a time, but he is planning his next big move. Which country beckons his call? Have a listen - this is Derek's story!
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
In this week's episode, I chat with educator, author, and entrepreneur Michelle Steiner. Based in Pennsylvania, Michelle talks about the challenges she faced growing up in her local school system, how she overcame them to help others remove roadblocks in thier life, and how she expresses herself now in her art and education. This is Michelle's story!
More about Michelle's life mission:
http://michellesmission.net
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
In this week's show, I have a conversation with NYC based singer Ray West, about his latest musical project, SupaFly. We also talk a little about his main band Spread Eagle's recently completed tour of Europe, and new music coming from the SupaFly project. Dig into it!
Spread Eagle official site:
http://spreadeagle.us
SupaFly: The Vibe on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551555194641
In this episode, I chat with CJ aka DJ Xanthus, about his new found career as a radio host on Radio Airwaves U.K., plus his years working in a record store and how the love of music shaped his life. This is CJ's DJ story!
Radio-Airwaves U.K., listen anytime:
http://radio-airwaves.co.uk
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
In this week's conversation, I am talking with Katie Selby, from St. Louis Missouri. Katie is sharing her story as the Girl Who Was Not "College Material"; what did that mean, and how did she overcome it to shine for herself and others. This is Katie's story!
More about Katie Selby:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100047780778306
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
This week, I speak with a legend of radio personality in the Ottawa, Ontario Canada market, Dylan Black, who has had a 25 year career as a professional radio DJ. We talk about his recent 25 year mark in the business, achieving his dream of hosting the afternoon drive time (weekdays 2pm-7pm EST) on Boom 99.7, his tireless efforts supporting the community and substantial charitable work, his passion for radio and so much more. This is Dylan's story!
More about Dylan:
https://boom997.com/show/dylan-black/
https://www.facebook.com/boom99.7
On this week's episode, I chat with Tanya King, about her transition to being a woman, dealing with family challenges, loses, finding comfort in her true identity while managing her autism and becoming stronger and more confident in the process. This is a story of winning, this is Tanya's story!
Connect with Tanya on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/tanya.king.official
My second (or PART II) conversation with guitarist Kevin Gale, formerly of the Toronto, Ontario early 90s hard rock band Slik Toxik, discussing his new band Crowning Kings, how it came together, who the members of the band are, as well Kevin reveals that he is working on his first book!
Crowning Kings on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/officialcrowningkings
My conversation with guitarist Kevin Gale, formerly of the Toronto, Ontario early 90s hard rock band Slik Toxik, discussing his musical beginnings, his new band Crowning Kings, how it came together, who the members of the band are, as well as talking about another of his former bands, Punishment, which helped in re-introducing him back to music scene, and of course we talk a little Slik Toxik too!
Crowning Kings on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/officialcrowningkings
This week, it's my conversation with singer/songwriter Wax Mekanix, based in Philidelphia, about his former early 80s cult rock band 'Nitro' (not to be confused with the late 80s glam band out of L.A.), starting a solo career in the early 2000s, his new album 'Mobocracy: Deluxe', other projects, and more!
More about Wax Mekanix:
http://linktr.ee/waxmekanix
Wax Mekanix on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/WaximMekanix
In this episode, I am chatting with guitarist Menno Gootjes of the Dutch hard rock band Black Nazareth, as he discusses the formation of the band, the music, future touring plans and some of his past and current projects as well. We also talk a little Eddie Van Halen and whatever else comes to mind!
More about the Black Nazareth band:
Black Nazareth Official Website:
http://blacknazareth.com
Menno Gootjes on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/mgootjes/
More Chad Vice Rock Talk Interviews:
http://mixcloud.com/nobodiesradiostation
This week, I chat with singer Dave Russell of the British heavy metal band APRIL 16TH which was active from 1985-1991 and recorded one album and toured around the U.K. The story of the band is small, but quite interesting in the British rock scene of the 1980s, and Dave tells us where he is at now musically, his life after the band, and more! More about the band:
ARIL 16TH Appreciation Society Facebook Group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/85429856021/
Official Site:
https://sites.google.com/view/april16throckbandofficialsite/home
On this week's podcast, I am speaking with the Power Selling Mom herself, Danna Crawford, who started her online selling career back in 1997, growing into a full time online entrepreneur, a spokesperson for WorthPoint, a certified eBay consultant, a podcaster, and so much more! From a single mom raising 3 kids, she harnessed the power of the internet to bring the world to her door. This is Danna's story!
Power Selling Mom:
http://www.powersellingmom.com
WorthPoint:
http://worthpoint.com
find Danna on eBay:
http://www.ebay.com/askdanna
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
This week on the podcast, I chat with Spread Eagle's one of a kind singer, Ray West, about re-releasing his 2006 solo album "All Pointz West", upcoming gigs, new music, life stuff and more!
Want to see video of this conversation? Check it out here:
https://youtu.be/FvR2YCWLfE0
Spread Eagle:
http://spreadeagle.us
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
In this week's show, I'm chatting with drummer Neal Busby (formely of the early 90s hard rock Canadian band Slik Toxik) about his new band 'Toxyk Chyld', how it came together, who the members of the band are, the new single 'Back Alley Rat', future plans for the band & more!
Toxyk Chyld on Facebook:
http://facebook.com/toxykchyld
All Things Neal Busby:
http://twirl.ca
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
In this week's episode, I talk to author Angela Legh, about her series of children's books titled 'The Bella Santini Chronicles'. She has released two books so far and the next three are in various stages of production. We also talk about her childhood growing up in California and some of the traumas she experienced living with an abusive father, to finding her own path as a parent. This is Angela's story! More about Angela can be found at the links below:
Angela Legh official website:
http://angelalegh.com
Angela Legh on Facebook:
http://facebook.com/angelaleghauthor
On Instagram:
@angelaleghauthor
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408