Chip Marble

It’s going to be a fun show! We're very lucky to have professional football player with the Toronto Argonauts, Declan Cross. He’s joined by Shaka Fonderson and Trevon McNeil. Together, they have a new company called ‘Beyond The Game’ which helps athletes succeed on and off the field. If you want to learn about the ‘Beyond The Game’ team, or check out their services, hit up www.gobeyondthegame.ca ----  ON TODAY’S EPISODE: We’ll hear some great stories. AND find out how YOU can adopt the ‘professional-athlete mentality’ in your life! ----  Created by: Matt Hamel (Twitter: @HamelRadio) Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown)

Anytime my guests show up in matching denim suits (AKA: the Canadian tuxedo) with gold grills over their teeth, you know it’s gonna be a good podcast! Today we're sitting down with Ben & Kyle Hannah from Mountain Head. They are really fun dudes that make some seriously powerful music. Their first single, "We Stole Your Head” is dropping April 26th, and you’re about to hear an exclusive acoustic performance! #MountainHeadUnplugged ----  ON TODAY’S EPISODE: We kick things off with an incredible LIVE performance of Mountain Head’s debut single “We Stole Your Head” And Ben and Kyle perform their song “Gas Light” (trust me, this tune in a true lamplighter) ----  Created by: Matt Hamel (Twitter: @HamelRadio) Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown)

 On today’s show we have an artist who often draws comparisons to Aretha Franklin. It's the wonderfully talented; Gracie Marino. Gracie is an old friend from high school. We quickly get caught up and then launch into all the cool stuff she has going on with her music career.  You can catch Gracie every Saturday at Michaels on Simcoe. She’s also at the Spice Lounge in Port Credit, every Monday. Her new single "More" is out now, wherever you get your tunes at. ----  ON TODAY’S EPISODE: An incredible LIVE performance of Gracie’s new single, “More” The evolution of an artist Gracie closes the show with an unreleased song, that's guaranteed to make you feel some type of way ----  Created by: Matt Hamel (Twitter: @HamelRadio) Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown)

Joining the show today is a truly great guy, Jonathan Brown. For 8 years now, Jonny’s been in Ottawa making music and doing his thing. He's a super talented artist and producer, and has come on the Chip Marble Podcast to share his story. Jonny will be opening for Rich Homie Quon on March 16th at Bourbon Room AND his new project “Faces” is coming out soon! ---- ON TODAY’S EPISODE: Family Artistry & Holding on through the highs and lows of life ----  Created by: Matt Hamel (Twitter: @HamelRadio) Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown)

Canadian Armed Forces Veteran & radio host, Derrick Sutherland joins the podcast today. Derrick’s tells his incredible story of his time in the Armed Forces. For better or worse, his experience provided him a great deal of perspective, and he shares those insights with us today. ---- ON TODAY’S EPISODE: How to manage the uphill battle for mental & physical wellbeing. Understanding human nature, and occupying a positive mindset. Appreciating life and opportunity. ----  Created by: Matt Hamel (Twitter: @HamelRadio) Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown)

Looking to optimize your health and overall wellbeing? Today, we’re going to chat with varsity cross-country athlete & Registered Massage Therapist (RMT), Kate Morgan. ----
 ON TODAY’S EPISODE: Making sense of all the treatment options at your disposal. How can Massage Therapy help you be at your best? Making the transition from College, to your Career.
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 Created by: Matt Hamel (Twitter: @HamelRadio) Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown)

If you find your health goals are consistently hard to achieve, then it might be time to shake things up and try something new! Yoga Instructor and Life-Coach Jessica Magnan joins the show and shares her philosophy on health and fitness. ----
 ON TODAY’S EPISODE: How yoga and meditation can improve your physical, spiritual & mental wellbeing. ALTERNATIVE approaches to promoting your personal health and wellbeing. Jess is on Instagram (@jmag6) AND you can check out her podcast “Magnanimous Warrior” on iTunes! ----

 Created by: Matt Hamel  (Twitter: @HamelRadio) Music by: Jonathan Brown  (IG: @thatjonnybrown)

On today’s episode, Matt's joined by aspiring journalist, Catherine Koshy. After her studies in Engineering (Electronics & Media-Technology) back home in India, Cathy’s lifelong love for journalism brought her to Toronto, Canada. Cathy joins the show and talks about life as a recent college graduate, and how to manage the ups and down of a competitive career in media. ----


 FEATURED ON TODAY’S EPISODE: The LIFE AFFIRMING experience of following your passion.  Finding your CONFIDENCE & overcoming FEAR. Exercising PATIENCE. ----

 Created by: Matt Hamel (Twitter: @HamelRadio)



 Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown)

On today’s episode; my partner in sports commentary, ADAM LUCIER. Adam’s dream is to work in sports broadcasting. In fact, since starting his commentary career for the great Humber Hawks athletics program, he “hasn’t found anything he’s enjoyed doing more”. We chat about the FOCUS and the WORK that's required to continue on living the dream. Make sure to check out Adam and I doing commentary for the Humber Hawks, streamed live at HumberHawks.ca ----

 FEATURED ON TODAY’S EPISODE: 

Arriving at the path of doing what you LOVE, and staying on that path! Wrapping your head around the desire to EXPRESS yourself. 
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Created by: Matt Hamel (Twitter: @HamelRadio)


 Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown) Recorded at: Humber College L105 - Studio B

On today’s episode; a stand-out classmate of mine at Humber College, Max Farber. Max has an incredible ability for story telling, that you don’t find all that often. He’s a man of many hats, graduating the Comedy Writing program before finding his way to Radio Broadcasting. A talented dude, working his tail off to land the job of his dreams in a creative field. Make sure to check out Max’s band, “Headshrinkers” on bandcamp. headshrinkers.bandcamp.com/releases AND you can hear him on the Indie88 Josie Dye Morning show, in Toronto. ----
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 Harnessing your CREATIVITY into a career. 
Dedication to the craft of WRITING.
 How Max learned the fine art of STORYTELLING.
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Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown) Recorded at: Humber College L105 - Studio B

On todays episode; radio host on Hamilton’s 95.3 FM Fresh Radio, “Uncle” Joey Castillo. We talk about discovering your passion and putting in the WORK. Joey shares his advice for aspiring professionals, and talks about his transition from the college environment, to the workplace. Make sure to check out his podcast Homegrown Sounds, a music podcast that showcases established and up & coming Canadian Artists. (Insta: @hgsounds) FEATURED ON TODAY’S EPISODE: How you know when you've found YOUR THING. The importance of having a BRAND. How to make the most of your OPPORTUNITIES. Created by: Matt Hamel (Twitter: @HamelRadio)   Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown)   Recorded at: Humber College L105 - Studio B

On todays episode, Collin Skanes joins me in the studio for the full hour. Collin is a student-athlete at Humber College. He works hard to balance being a member of the Humber Hawks Volleyball team (currently ranked #4 in all of Canada), while also studying Radio Broadcasting.  Collin sees many parallels in striving for excellence BOTH on the court, and in his professional life. His long term vision is to establish a brand, piggy-backing on his multitude of skills and interests. He’s a radio host on 96.9FM Radio Humber. He creates music; often shooting and editing his own videos. Collin’s newest single “COME THRU” feat. ARTOFKAZA just dropped last week! ALSO, on February 21st-23rd the Humber Hawks will be hosting the OCAA Men’s Volleyball Provincial Championship. Check it out! FEATURED ON TODAY’S EPISODE: Life as a student-athlete. What it means to be apart of the Humber Hawk community. Physical and Mental wellbeing. Created by: Matt Hamel (Twitter: @HamelRadio)
Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonn

Today we chat with Jonathan Villalba. He’s a student at Humber College (Toronto) in the Media Communications program. He wants to make content that matters to people. We are super-fans of podcasting, and both understand the power of the platform to bring people together. He got his start in the Radio Broadcasting program at Humber, but it wasn’t the right fit for him. His focus is on newer content platforms, like podcasting. Jonny shares his story, and his appreciation of the opportunities in front of him. A cool dude! Switching lanes. Branding. Finding a purpose. Created by: Matt Hamel (Twitter: @HamelRadio) Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown) Recorded at: Humber College L105 - Studio B

On today's podcast I chat with the one and only Alice Lopes. She's a student at Humber College in the Media Communications program. Alice is studying in Canada, by way of Brazil. She has a positive energy that is unlike anything I've ever encountered. She's a very busy lady and I'm super grateful she found the time to drop by the studio. What's the best way to build relationships in an unfamiliar environment, and what impact can those relationships have on your development as a professional? How have sports served as a window into Canadian culture? Who should I surround myself with in order to be successful? Created by: Matt Hamel (Twitter: @HamelRadio) Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown) Recorded at: Humber College L105 - Studio B

On today's podcast I chat with my classmate at Humber College and all around great fella, Jordan Chakravarty. He's a hard working guy who's overall happiness has dramatically improved, something he attributes directly to his decision to follow his passion at Humber. What's the importance/impact of getting involved in the community? How do I manage my mental/physical health while pursuing my passion? Who should I surround myself with in order to be successful? Created by: Matt Hamel (Twitter: @HamelRadio) Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown) Recorded at: Humber College L105 - Studio B

On today's podcast I speak with two people in leadership positions at Humber College. First up is Paul Cross, a professor and coordinator of a new 1 year program, RAMP (Radio and Media Production) that puts a special emphasis on podcasting. Then I speak with the Associate Dean of the School of Media Studies, Andrew Ainsworth, a gentleman with an enlightening perspective on how to get the most out of your education. What is the best way to approach a career in a media/creative field? How can students best make use of the opportunity that education affords? Additional RAMP information: https://mediastudies.humber.ca/programs/radio-and-media-production.html Humber College Media Studies Website: https://mediastudies.humber.ca Created by: Matt Hamel (Twitter: @HamelRadio) Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown) Recorded at: Humber College L105 - Studio B

On today's podcast, Ian MacDonald lead singer of Canadian rock band “The Trews”. Then, a chat with Juno Award winning artist, Alexa Dirks aka “Begonia”. What role did your parents play in your musical influences? What Canadian artists have you discovered recently? Created by: Matt Hamel IG: @hambosss Twitter: @HamelRadio Guests: The Trews (Twitter: @thetrews) & Begonia (Twitter: @hellobegonia & www.hellobegonia.com) Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown) Recorded at: Humber College L105 - Studio B

On today's podcast I have the incomparable Trey Timeless. An enlightened dude, with an undeniable work ethic. Are you truly devoted to your craft? Or just joking around? Guest: Trey Timeless ( Twitter: @Trey_Timeless) Created by: Matt Hamel (IG: @hambosss) Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown) Recorded at: Humber College L105 - Studio B

Today I have two guests on the podcast. First up is jazz band-leader, Ernesto Cervini. Then, we turn to Juno-nominated producer Harrison. The Chip Marble Podcast is all about talking to successful people, and exploring their philosophies. These fellas are doing big things in their music careers, and it made for a great conversation. We talk about devotion to your craft. How important is your peer group? What role does luck play in success? Guests: Harrison (Twitter: @prodbyharrison) Ernesto Cervini (Twitter: @ernestocervini) Created by: Matt Hamel (IG: @hambosss) Music by: Jonathan Brown (IG: @thatjonnybrown) Recorded at: Humber College L105 - Studio B

This week I speak with Karl Wolf, a Lebanese-Canadian artist who released one of the biggest hit songs of this millennia, with his 2007 cover of Toto's "Africa". This dude has a tremendous work ethic. I was stoked to find out more about his philosophies on success, and how he manages the balancing act of "career" and "personal life". Also, listen to find out what Karl thinks of Weezer's recent rendition of "Africa"...