Sonder Society

Dan Palmer

Sonder is the realization that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own, populated with their own ambitions, friends, routines, worries and inherited craziness. After meeting lots of people along the way, I have realized in a world behind social media, there is a person going through life as complicated as one's own. This podcast is simple, I’m going to share insights from guests with different backgrounds and experiences to give you a look behind the scenes of the life behind their social media accounts. FOLLOW Instagram: @sondersocietypod

  1. EP17: Sophie McLean: The Journey of PPG Apparel's Founder

    05/25/2023

    EP17: Sophie McLean: The Journey of PPG Apparel's Founder

    Step into the captivating life story of our guest, all the way from Australia, as she shares her childhood journey, growing up in the land down under. Explore the dynamic of her family, gain insights into her unique upbringing and discover the stark differences between growing up in Australia and the challenges and adjustments faced when making the life-changing move to Calgary, Canada. In the realm of business, we dive deep into her clothing company, PPG. Find out the inspiration behind the brand's creation and the driving force that motivated her to embark on this remarkable entrepreneurial journey. Uncover the early stages of PPG, the tough decisions made, and the unique selling proposition that sets them apart in the industry. Listen closely as she shares her personal experiences of heartbreak, challenges, and accomplishments while building PPG. Including the secrets behind building a strong support network and the significant role digital marketing played in elevating the brand's presence. Our guest's dedication to mental health awareness becomes evident as we explore PPG's association with raising awareness and being a voice for those who struggle to speak out. Gain valuable insights into her personal experiences with mental health and her remarkable journey of overcoming physical and emotional abuse in relationships. In collaboration with this episode. PPG Apparel will be offering a 10% discount to all our listeners using code 'SONDER10' - Happy Shopping! Connect with Sophie & PPG: Guest Instagram: @sophie.louise.mclean PPG Instagram: @ppg.apparel Guest Website: https://ppgapparel.com/ Connect with me: Podcast Instagram: @sondersocietypod Podcast TikTok: @sondersocietypod Host Instagram: @danpalmers Website: www.sondersocietypodcast.com If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate the podcast if you liked what you heard. Your support helps us reach a wider audience and helps us to continue creating and bringing you valuable content.

    48 min
  2. EP15: Shauna Jense: Mind, Body & Business with Founder of Activewear brand, Myko Collective.

    04/27/2023

    EP15: Shauna Jense: Mind, Body & Business with Founder of Activewear brand, Myko Collective.

    Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we're joined by Shauna Jense, health coach and founder of the Vancouver activewear brand, Myko Collective. In this episode, Shauna shares her personal journey of starting her business and the challenges she faced along the way. Shauna talks about her life story, from her engagement that ended in cheating, to finding her passion and starting her brand. She shares how her personal experiences shaped her perspective on wellness and inspired her to create Myko Collective. As a health coach, Shauna believes in the importance of feeling empowered in our bodies and how activewear can play a crucial role in that. However, starting a small business is not without its challenges, and Shauna talks openly about the difficulties she faced as a solo founder. She shares her experiences with loneliness and mental health and how she navigated these challenges while building her brand. Myko Collective is built on the belief that functionality meets fashion, and Shauna is passionate about creating activewear that doesn't sacrifice style for comfort. She talks about how Myko Collective is designed to fit all curves, and the versatility of their sets means that every body can feel confident from sweat to street. Shauna's goal is to create a community around Myko Collective, where every customer feels confident and empowered in their body. She believes that wearing premium activewear can empower us to be our best selves, and Myko Collective is the perfect blend of functional, sleek, and stylish activewear that allows the wellness babe to go from sweat to street feeling confident and empowered. So, join us as we dive into Shauna's personal journey, the challenges of starting a small business, and the importance of feeling empowered in our bodies. We hope you'll be inspired by Shauna's story and motivated to prioritize your own wellness journey. Connect with Shauna & Myko Collective: Guest Instagram: @shaunajensefitness Myko Collective Instagram: @mykocollective Guest TikTok: @shaunajensefitness Myko Collective TikTok: @mykocollective Shop Here!: www.mykocollective.com Connect with me: Podcast Instagram: @sondersocietypod Host Instagram: @danpalmers Website: www.sondersocietypodcast.com If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate the podcast if you liked what you heard. Your support helps us reach a wider audience and helps us to continue creating and bringing you valuable content.

    1h 6m
  3. EP14: Jonathan "ZuZu' Zamora: The Final Whistle

    04/13/2023

    EP14: Jonathan "ZuZu' Zamora: The Final Whistle

    In this episode, we are joined by special guest, Jonathan Zamora. Jonathan is a former CFL player for the Calgary Stampeders, in which for the first time, he announces on our podcast, his public retirement, including sharing how he came to this decision, the thought process behind it, and what his future plans are.  In this episode, Jonathan takes us on a journey through his life, starting from his childhood and growing up, to how he got into football and the challenges of being a professional athlete. He shares his experiences of competing at the highest level and the sacrifices he had to make to achieve his dreams.  In addition to his retirement announcement, Jonathan's story takes an emotional turn as he also shares a never heard before story of personal loss, a deeply emotional event that has played a significant role in shaping his life and career. He talks about how he coped with the loss and the lesson he learned through the process.  Through his inspiring story, Jonathan emphasizes the importance of perseverance, dedication, and self-belief. His story will resonate with anyone who has faced challenges in their life and has overcome obstacles to follow their dream.  Through his inspiring story, Jonathan emphasizes the importance of perseverance, dedication, and self-belief. His story will resonate with anyone who has faced challenges in their life and has overcome obstacles to follow their dream.  Connect with Jonathan: Guest Instagram: @jonathan_zamora69 Connect with me: Podcast Instagram: @sondersocietypod Host Instagram: @danpalmers Website: www.sondersocietypodcast.com If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate the podcast if you liked what you heard. Your support helps us reach a wider audience and helps us to continue creating and bringing you valuable content.

    52 min
  4. EP13: Cassie Bratton: “Hi I’m Cassie & I paint Nudes!”

    03/30/2023

    EP13: Cassie Bratton: “Hi I’m Cassie & I paint Nudes!”

    On this episode, we’re joined by, Cassie Bratton, the founder and creative force behind CASSBRATT Art and CASSBRATT Social. Cassie is a talented artist and entrepreneur who has turned her passion for art and social media marketing into a thriving business. Cassie's art is a true testament to her creativity and talent. Through her viral trend "Send me your nudes", she creates stunning works of art that capture the natural beauty of the human body. Her ability to capture the essence of her subjects is truly awe-inspiring. But that's not all. Cassie is also an accomplished businesswoman who has successfully built and grown her brand, leveraging social media and other marketing channels to reach a wide audience and build a loyal following of fans and customers. In this episode, Cassie takes us on a personal journey from her childhood, detailing how she built her business from the ground up, her love for extreme sports and her drive to be the best, as well as the mental health obstacles she has encountered along the way. Please note* - We regret to inform our viewers that due to technical difficulties, the video episode featuring Cassie has experienced a cut off at the 49-minute mark. However, we have made the video available for viewing to provide an opportunity to see the interaction between our guest and the host. We would like to assure our listeners that the full audio episode will still be available and will contain the complete interview with Cassie, including any insights and perspectives that were not captured in the video. We are grateful for our loyal listeners and apologize for any inconvenience caused by this error. Connect with Cassie: Click here to see all her links! Connect with me: Podcast Instagram: @danpalmers⁠ Host Instagram: @sondersocietypod Website: www.sondersocietypodcast.com If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate the podcast if you liked what you heard. Your support helps us reach a wider audience and helps us to continue creating and bringing you valuable content.

    1h 16m

About

Sonder is the realization that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own, populated with their own ambitions, friends, routines, worries and inherited craziness. After meeting lots of people along the way, I have realized in a world behind social media, there is a person going through life as complicated as one's own. This podcast is simple, I’m going to share insights from guests with different backgrounds and experiences to give you a look behind the scenes of the life behind their social media accounts. FOLLOW Instagram: @sondersocietypod