Long Term Podcast

Ishaan Sidhu is a Business Economics and Law student at the University of Alberta who views his academic journey through the lens of high-performance discipline and strategic foresight. Balancing a rigorous courseload with a background in competitive athletics, Ishaan has cultivated a mindset that treats challenges as opportunities for iterative growth rather than insurmountable obstacles. In this discussion, we dive into how Ishaa...

Lana Antonio is a woman whose life is a masterclass in the art of living with purpose. Whether she is navigating the clinical demands of her role as a dermatology nurse or spearheading initiatives through her non-profit, People Helping People, Lana remains anchored in a deep-seated commitment to advocacy and inclusive change. Beyond her professional achievements, she is a vibrant force in the creative and modeling industry, where s...

Today I asked University Students from the University of Alberta what their biggest dreams are. There were many beautiful people with such amazing dreams whether it be financial freedom, creating world change and being a police officer.

It is best that we reflect on the what matters to us and chase our dreams because at the end of the day, we only get this one life.

Let us all strive to achieve our dreams and ambitions!

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Adam Darling, otherwise known as GECO, is a videographer and artist whose creative journey began long before the rise of AI, starting with a cracked version of Photoshop on a school Chromebook at the age of thirteen. Over the years, he has cultivated a distinct brand identity rooted in his high school graffiti days, evolving into the acronym “Greatness Everybody Can Obtain.” Today, he balances the tactile satisfaction of putting pe...

Ryan MacDougall is the co-founder of Spare Bedroom Studios and the versatile on-camera host behind The Conversationalist and Solo Spotlight. Whether he is moderating high-energy roundtable debates on culture and sports or conducting intimate one-on-one interviews centered on life’s major turning points, Ryan brings a unique perspective shaped by his full-time work in Alberta’s law enforcement sector and his ongoing studies in psych...

Peanut is an exchange student from the United States currently experiencing his final week in Canada before returning to his home state of Idaho. As a student of forensic chemistry, he brings a unique blend of scientific inquiry and personal advocacy to the table, particularly regarding the communities that have shaped his identity. Throughout his time abroad, he has navigated the differences between the Canadian and American cultu...

Today I asked University students on what they would say to their childhood-selves

There were many heartfelt answers. It seems that many would talk kindly to their childhood-selves and tell them everything is gonna be okay.

When we are kids. It seems that everything just happens to us. That is why we must try our best to be there for the kids because they are the next generation.

Let us spread love.

KEEP IT LONG TERM!

Eunju Park is a visionary Hanji artist from Korea who transforms the traditional craft of paper-making into a profound medium for emotional restoration. Hanji, a resilient and beautiful traditional Korean paper, serves as the foundation for her unique creative process where she meticulously tears and assembles the material to form intricate Korean letters. These characters are not merely linguistic symbols but are vessels for deepl...

Kempes Pandey is a University of Alberta student and content creator who is building confidence, discipline, and a voice of his own, both online and in real life. His journey is centered on learning, growing, and sharing the mindset shifts that have helped him step into a better version of himself every day. By documenting his progress and the lessons he learns along the way, Kempes aims to inspire others to navigate their own path...

Today Morgan and I asked people:

1. What would you do if you had a week left to live?

2. Do you tell your loved ones you love them enough?

3. What would you obituary say?

Let us not forget that we only get this one chance to live life. Do not focus so much on the little things.

I find the truth comes to us amidst thinking about the end of life. I hope you all have a fantastic day. Remember you are loved.

Seize the day!

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Chadimus is a passionate creative whose world seamlessly blends content creation, anime conventions, and genuine community building. Whether he’s capturing stories, celebrating fandom culture, or creating spaces where people feel connected, he brings an energy that’s authentic, curious, and uplifting. His journey is rooted in a deep-seated love for storytelling that transcends mediums, turning personal interests into a platform tha...

Aiden Carabine is a third-year psychology student and rising comedian who draws inspiration from comedy, comic books, pop culture, and storytelling, even if the world has yet to catch up to his genius. Balancing school with creative self-expression, he brings a dry, self-aware honesty to everything he does, fully aware that many consider him unfunny and his comedy career questionable at best. Still, that tension between ambition an...

Jess Manoj is a University of Alberta engineering student and passionate writer who thinks deeply about what shapes human character, meaning, and moral purpose. With a blend of analytical rigor and introspective curiosity, Jess observes both the structures that guide our lives and the inner worlds that define who we become. Today, we explore three themes central to his thinking: people, technology, and the personal journey of build...