From The Park Bench - real conversations
Camilla & Ted
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Where an artist and an athlete have real conversations about topics that matter to the parents, coaches and players of minor sports.
Is the POV of an artist and athlete really that different?
Camilla and Ted provide their practiced expert opinions and POVs on thought-provoking topics within minor sports; relationships, life choices, challenges, courage, failures, health, and more!
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S2E1 A New Season Brings New Expectations
The start of a new sports season is always exciting. New uniform, new teammates, new coaches...and who knows, maybe this year you will find a friend for life.There is more to each new season than…
S1E31 Keeping the Love You Find with Dr. Maya Kollman
Although the topic of love is most discussed on Valentine's Day, it should be celebrated and cherished all year long. Dr. Maya Kollman talks about love, getting the love you want and keeping the love…
S1E30 Part 2: The Era of AI with Chris Dainty
Camilla and Ted talk with Chris Dainty, of Dainty Productions, owner of a production/animation studio and professor or the arts, discussing the impact of AI in animation and the future for young…
S1E29 Part 1: Navigating the Waters of AI for Young Animators with Chris Dainty
Camilla and Ted talk with Chris Dainty, of Dainty Productions, owner of a production/animation studio and professor or the arts, discussing the impact of AI in animation and the future for young…
S1E27 The Space Between Any Relationship with Dr. Maya Kollman
Discover how Imago Relationship Therapy can change every conversation you have, by consciously understanding the space between.A couples therapist trained by Harville Hendrix himself, Dr Maya Kollman…
S1E27 Reducing Sport Injury and Staying Mobile for Life, with Nick Antaya
Sport injuries can alter an athlete’s career, but not only that, they can render them incapable of a full range of motion or immobile.Camilla and Ted chat with Nick Antaya, Managing Partner of Ottawa…
S1E26 The Blue Jays - A Team That Inspired
Although they didn't win the World Series, the Blue Jays won our hearts.A team that inspired us with their stories, their determination, and their grit. Camilla and Ted talk discussed what it means…
S1E25 PART 2 - Addiction and Mental Health with Christopher Bowers
Continuing our discussion about addiction in all its forms, along with mental health in both the sports and the arts.Christopher Bowers, owner/CEO of Global Breakthrough Education, addiction and…
S1E24 Part 1 of 2 – Addiction and Mental Health in Arts & Sports with Christopher Bowers
A special two-part interview with Christopher Bowers, owner/CEO of Global Breakthrough Education, addiction and substance abuse specialist. The episode talks about addiction in all its forms, in both…
S1E23 Hey, You Got Chocolate in My Peanut Butter!
A sidewalk collision that changed the world. The Reese’s peanut butter cup commercial from the 80’s.Two delicious and wonderful things on their own, but combined produced something even better!True…
S1E22 Cut The Fat!
We all have excess “fat” that we can cut. Excess amount of materialistic things…Excess amount of obligations…Excess amount of tasks…Excess amount of commitments…How do we know when to remove the…
S1E21 Initiating Change Through Soccer - with Danielle Byers
Danielle Byers, Club Engagement Manager at Kitchener Soccer Club, is a trailblazer in helping young people live healthy active lives while nurturing a life-long passion for soccer...especially for…
S1E20 Imposter Syndrome: You're Not Alone, with Allen Ford
We can relate to the feeling of self-doubt and the fear of being exposed as a fraud. This feeling is most often rooted in past experiences, and regardless of whether you are an athlete or an artist,…
S1E19 An Accessible Approach to Soccer - with Matt Greenwood
Matt Greenwood is a leader in driving a societal shift towards a barrier-free soccer environment for individuals with disabilities.Camilla and Ted discuss Matt’s story and learn more about accessible…
S1E18 Live From an Event...it’s Saturday Afternoon!
Whether a musical festival, art fair, or sporting event, they are a special memory of people celebrating a common purpose of community and connection.Ted and Camilla participate at a local soccer…
S1E17 Back to School is The New Jan 1st.
Back to school can bring many emotions and feelings, but one thing it brings is an opportunity for all things new!Get back to consistency, form new habits, start new routines, or set new goals, all…
S1E16 Maverick’s Donuts - Connecting a Business to the Community.
Who doesn't love a colourful, fun and delicious Maverick's donut? But what is the story behind that donut? How and why should that business connect with community? Find out as Ted and Camilla chat…
S1E15 The Future of West Ottawa Soccer with Jessie Burgins.
Ted and Camilla interview Jessie Burgins, the Executive Director of West Ottawa Soccer Club.Discover Jessie's career journey, what makes him a great leader and find out the exciting plans he…
S1E14 When You Have a WHY, You Can Bear Almost Any HOW.
When should you start thinking of your “why”? If our “why” helps us with life decisions, should it be something we start thinking about at a young age? When do we start aligning our decisions with…
S1E13 Who is Stronger, an Artist Or an Athlete?
Is strength a perception? Can you view strength from appearance? Is mental fortitude more important than physical strength?Camilla and Ted discuss the importance of strength, both physically and…
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From The Park Bench - real conversations has published 32 episodes since May 2025, covering topics in Education, Health & Fitness.
From The Park Bench - real conversations is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 29m.
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