The Second Act Podcast

Gord Kiteley

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A podcast about people doing 55 in a 54. Living their lives, y’know…just going for it. Twitter: @TheSecondActPod IG: @thesecondactpod Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thesecondactpod

05/08/2025

The Second Act Podcast - Finale

This is it. We are done. What a ride, if you are reading this, I am forever grateful for you. If you think you can or you cannot, you are right. Take the plunge, try something absurd. You never know how it’s going to end up.
21/07/2025

Kaleb Dahlgren - #160

We interviewed Kaleb Dahlgren on the the show, discussing Kaleb's early life in hockey and his experience managing type 1 diabetes, the profound impact of the Humboldt bus accident on his life and recovery process focusing on acceptance and community, his return to hockey and academic success at York University with significant support, his public speaking engagements and writing inspired by resilience, and his journey into chiropractic medicine driven by a desire to help others. Kaleb shared his strategies for mental health management and his evolved definition of success centered on positive impact and living with purpose. We explored themes of resilience, gratitude, and the influence of life experiences on personal growth and career paths. Join us for a great chat! Check him out here: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook X/Twitter gord@secondactpodcast.com
23/06/2025

Jocelyn Chugg - #159

This week we interviewed Jocelyn Chugg f, focusing on her transition from traditional work to pursuing her passion for acting. Jocelyn Chugg, a fifth-generation Albertan, always desired to act but initially followed other paths before the COVID-19 pandemic prompted a career change leading her to discover Calgary's vibrant film scene. We discussed balancing passion with financial realities, the development of professionalism in the industry, managing rejection, and her vision of success in Alberta's growing film sector. Join us for a great chat! Check her out here: Instagram Tik Tok IMDb gord@secondactpodcast.com
19/05/2025

Michelle Cameron Coulter - #158

Michelle Cameron Coulter was 1 in a blended family of 10. She didn't love the water. Yet, in 1988 she stood on the podium with a gold medal in synchronized swimming. How she got there is quite a story, but what she has done since is just as good. Michelle knows that she has what it takes to make changes and she is sharing that with the world. Join us for an incredible conversation! Check her out here: Instagram LinkedIn Canadian Sports Hall of Fame YouTube TedX gord@secondactpodcast.com
05/05/2025

Trevor Turnbull - #157

Trevor Turnbull has had success. Sometimes, just when it came, he figured out a way to make it a little tougher on himself than it needed to be, it’s funny how that works sometimes? Now, after a bunch of wins, some losses and more than a few draws, he is sharing those stories with people, helping them on their journey. From a small NE SK town to living all over the world helping folks, Trevor has used his abilities to make the most for others, and himself. Join us for a great chat! Check him out here: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook YouTube gord@secondactpodcast.com
21/04/2025

Kiley George - #156

Kiley George is a misfit swinger turned monogamous, trauma-informed somatic sex and relationship coach, digital marketer, and the voice behind The Pineapple Express podcast. With a background in sex work, a flair for the witchy, and a passion for telling the truth (even when it’s messy), Kiley is a queer menace with a heart of gold and a brain full of ADHD-fueled daydreams. She’s built a loyal following of over 300,000 curious, kinky, and sex-positive souls across platforms by opening up conversations about sexual freedom, dismantling shame, and making space for healing through pleasure. Kiley is guiding clients through intimacy breakthroughs, stirring up conversations around swinging snd non monogamy and helping others accept themselves without shame. Kiley leads with vulnerability, vision, and a commitment to community care. Join us for an incredible chat! Check her out here: Instagram Pineapple Express Podcast (Apple) Threads Tik Tok Twitter (X) gord@secondactpodcast.com
07/04/2025

Dr. Christie Vanorsdale - #155

Dr. Christie Vanorsdale is a lifelong educator who entered the field in an unconventional manner and has used that POV to blaze trails that most people never see. Her passion for structuring outcomes for her clients and pupils has resulted in her developing her own Learning Lab as she struck out on her own. She has an incredible outlook on how we learn, continue to learn and best learn, and this is an hour-long crash course in how to strive in ways that may not be apparent. Join us! Check her out here: Google Scholar LinkedIn gord@secondactpodcast.com
24/03/2025

Kate Reid - #154

Kate Reid was born right when country music got fun again! A child of the 90’s CMT era, Kate knew that country music was what she loved. Living in the Yukon was enough for her to know that she was going to have to chase her dream, so after university in Saskatchewan, she came to Alberta to make it happen! No shortage of enthusiasm will ever be an issue, as she is truly doing what she loves, both as a day job and a night gig. It’s not easy, but nothing worth doing ever is. Check out Kate’s story! Check her out here: Instagram Facebook AB Music Tik Tok YouTube gord@secondactpodcast.com

Trailer

The Second Act Podcast S1 E0 - Promo

We are very proud to announce the launching of The Second Act Podcast, aiming to share the stories of people who are doing what they love and not what they have to do, people who are learning the hard way and people who want you to know what they have learned! We aim to drop an episode bi-weekly and have a stacked line up of known and unknown entities who have journeys and experiences to share. Hosted by: Gord Kiteley Executive Produced by: Liam Kiteley Music Supplied by: bensound.com Royalty Free Music Promotional consideration provided by Chin Whiskers Beard and Hair chinwhiskers.ca

A podcast about people doing 55 in a 54. Living their lives, y’know…just going for it. Twitter: @TheSecondActPod IG: @thesecondactpod Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thesecondactpod

Creator

Gord Kiteley
Years Active

2021 - 2025
Episodes

173
Rating

Explicit
Copyright

© Gord Kiteley
Show Website

The Second Act Podcast