Don't Change Much

If eating healthy feels like an all or nothing goal, the good news is it doesn’t have to be. This episode explores how small, sustainable changes to our diet ultimately provide the greatest benefits. Chef Ned Bell and registered dietitian Caitlin Boudreau joined guest host Buzz Bishop to talk about why healthy eating matters, where to start and serve up simple advice to help us eat and live well.  A Guy’s Guide to Eating Healthy https://menshealthfoundation.ca/guys-guide-eating-healthy/ Don’t Change Much news. Sign up for more men’s health tips: dontchangemuch.caSupport Men & Their Familes: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/donate/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a flip of the script, Dan Murphy moves into the spotlight as featured guest in this episode, interviewed by CMHF National Champion Buzz Bishop. Learn what makes Dan tick and what simple lifestyle changes to improve health and wellbeing means to him. MEN’S HEALTH CHECK: menshealthfoundation.ca/mens-health-check MEN’S HEALTH CHECKLIST: menshealthfoundation.ca/mens-health-checklist Don’t Change Much news. Sign up for more men’s health tips: dontchangemuch.caSupport Men & Their Familes: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/donate/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it take to make positive, lasting changes to our health? For Drex, morning radio host of Jack FM Vancouver, a major heart attack at the age of 43 signaled an urgent wake up call. Drex revisits his life-changing experience to share what he’s learned and how he now prioritizes a healthy lifestyle. He also delivers an important message: listen to your body, don’t ignore warning signs and get checked! MEN’S HEALTH CHECK: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/mens-health-check MEN’S HEALTH CHECKLIST: http://menshealthfoundation.ca/mens-health-checklist Don’t Change Much news. Sign up for more men’s health tips: https://dontchangemuch.caSupport Men & Their Familes: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/donate/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How does showing vulnerability demonstrate strength? Former CFL All-Star and Grey Cup Champion, Shea Emry and Dr. Matthew Chow, a clinical specialist in mental health, joined guest host Buzz Bishop to explain. They share their own experiences with mental health and discuss how increased awareness and resources have provided more opportunities for men to ask for help and make positive changes.  MindFit Toolkit: menshealthfoundation.caSupport Men & Their Familes: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/donate/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Corey Hirsch speaks candidly about living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), what challenges he faced to address it and the power of sharing his story with others. The former NHL goaltender, coach and Olympic silver medalist revisits his experience of losing a loved one to mental illness and what it took for him to manage the trauma while in crisis and long-term. This episode ends with a conversation with clinical psychologist, Dr. Melanie Badali, who shares her experience as a healthcare professional on how to help someone in crisis. MindFit Toolkit: menshealthfoundation.ca Need Help Now?  If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or needs urgent medical care call 911. If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, call 1-833-456-4566 toll free (In QC: 1-866-277-3553), 24/7 or visit talksuicide.ca.Support Men & Their Familes: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/donate/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NHL defenceman turned broadcaster, Kevin Bieksa balances a full schedule. With two teenage kids, a hockey academy in Southern California, weekend duties as a national voice on Hockey Night in Canada and considerable travel for both roles, he continues to make health & wellness a priority. Listen to his conversation with host and colleague, Dan Murphy about what motivates and challenges him most when it comes to staying on top of his health and how becoming an outspoken mental health advocate started with the need to educate himself so he could support friends and loved ones.  Download the Men’s Health Checklist: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/mens-health-checklist/ Sign up for more men’s health tips: https://dontchangemuch.caSupport Men & Their Familes: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/donate/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's no secret, men often put their health last on the priority list. What do you do when it's someone you love and there are serious warning signs? Accomplished TV and radio broadcaster Jody Vance became a men’s health advocate after supporting her father through stage 4 prostate cancer, and later Alzheimer’s.  She joins host Dan Murphy to talk about her father’s story, his message to other guys, and the important role family can play in prioritizing your health.  Men’s Health Check: menshealthfoundation.ca/mens-health-check Subscribe for men’s health tips: dontchangemuch.caSupport Men & Their Familes: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/donate/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why does nature give us a sense of wellbeing? The teachings of First Nations cultures offer a profound answer and inspiration for all people and cultures. The significance of the natural environment in First Nations cultures is its connection to every aspect of life from identity, beliefs and traditions to the power to heal. In this episode, host Dan Murphy is joined by Henry Morgan, of the Gitxsan Nation and Frank Cohn, co-Director of DUDES Club Society, an Indigenous men’s wellness organization. Morgan explains the practice of land-based healing, his own relationship to nature and how helping others to re-connect or experience the natural environment for the first time helps heal trauma and strengthen cultural identity in First Nations communities. Visit menshealthfoundation.ca to learn about the Canadian Men's Health Foundation and dontchangemuch.ca to subscribe to our free monthly newsletter for more helpful health tips.Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide diagnosis or be a substitute for professional medical advice from a healthcare practitioner. You should not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical or health problem, promptly consult your healthcare practitioner. While this podcast is carefully reviewed, the Canadian Men's Health Foundation does not take responsibility or liability for the medical accuracy of the information provided by its host or guests and is not liable for any direct or indirect claim, loss or damage arising from use of this podcast. It is the listeners' responsibility to check the accuracy and relevance of the information.Support Men & Their Familes: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/donate/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to managing adversity, Olympic gold medalist Adam Kreek has a lifetime of experience, not just as an athlete but as a father and an entrepreneur. He shares some of his most challenging moments in this episode: Values, Purpose and Courage: Adopting the Mindset of a Champion.Kreek is an executive business coach, two-time Olympian and a CMHF National Champion. He holds 60 international medals, including Olympic Gold and multiple hall of fame inductions. In 2013, Adam made the first-ever attempt to row unsupported across the Atlantic Ocean from Africa to America. Adam is a best-selling author and published The Responsibility Ethic in 2019. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide a diagnosis or be a substitute for professional medical advice from a healthcare practitioner. You should not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical or health problem, promptly consult your healthcare practitioner. While this podcast is carefully reviewed, the Canadian Men's Health Foundation does not take responsibility or liability for the medical accuracy of the information provided by its host or guests and is not liable for any direct or indirect claim, loss or damage arising from the use of this podcast. It is the listeners' responsibility to check the accuracy and relevance of the information.Support Men & Their Familes: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/donate/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How many of us have missed the chance to have an important conversation because we didn’t know how to start it or what to say? Finding the right approach to talk about mental health, acknowledge grief or build a meaningful connection with someone we care about can be difficult. In this episode, Riaz Meghji offers a wealth of experience on the subject as a human connection expert, keynote speaker and author, in an informative conversation with host, Dan Murphy. Meghji’s 17 years of broadcast experience along with thousands of interviews, honed his ability to get to the heart-of-the-matter with his guests. He relates some of his most profound experiences, lessons learned on social connection during the pandemic and shares what compelled him to prioritize his own health and his family’s. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide a diagnosis or be a substitute for professional medical advice from a healthcare practitioner. You should not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical or health problem, promptly consult your healthcare practitioner. While this podcast is carefully reviewed, the Canadian Men's Health Foundation does not take responsibility or liability for the medical accuracy of the information provided by its host or guests and is not liable for any direct or indirect claim, loss or damage arising from the use of this podcast. It is the listeners' responsibility to check the accuracy and relevance of the information.Support Men & Their Familes: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/donate/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.