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The Daily Battle is a podcast for those who refuse to settle for "good enough." Every morning, you wake up to a new set of challenges—whether you’re scaling a business, fighting the cycle of addiction, reclaiming your health, or leading your family through chaos.
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How To Scale A Creative Business From Scratch - Nightlife Photographer Chris Rain (opens the original)
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Learn how to build confidence as a Toronto nightlife photographer with Chris Reign. He shares lessons from two decades of work.This conversation explores the artistic journey behind event photography, specifically focusing on how to capture authentic moments in fast-paced environments. Whether you are just starting out or looking to refine your approach, Chris explains how observing cultural shifts over twenty years can inform your personal style and creative growth.We discuss the practical real
The Powerful Reality of Addiction, Healing, and the "Clear Sky" Documentary - Shawn Clearsky Davies (opens the original)
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Hear how Shawn Clearsky Davies used endurance running to overcome addiction. Discover his path from substance abuse to the Boston Marathon.In this conversation, Shawn Clearsky Davies shares his personal story of navigating substance abuse recovery. As a member of the Black Lungs and Pace in Mind run clubs, he explains how finding a supportive running community provided the structure needed to pursue long-distance goals. We discuss the discipline required for marathon training and how physical en
The Brutal Truth About Running Toronto Nightclubs - Dark Stormer (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Daily Battle Podcast, host Connor is joined by Toronto nightlife leader and service industry veteran Erik Sant, widely known as "Dark." The two "doppelgangers" have a candid, high-energy conversation about navigating the brutal realities of the hospitality industry, the challenges of operating successful, culture-driven venues like Locals Only and Laissez Faire in post-COVID Toronto, and the importance of maintaining authenticity and human connection in a corporate-dominat
He Skated Across Continents to Fight Cancer - Rob Dyer (opens the original)
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Today, we are sitting down with an absolute legend in both the skateboarding and hospitality worlds: Rob Dyer. Rob is the inspiring founder of Skate for Cancer, an organization born out of profound personal loss that went on to raise global awareness and funds for cancer initiatives. From skateboarding across continents to touring with massive rock bands to raise money, Rob’s journey is the definition of grit, resilience, and community. But he didn't stop there. Rob eventually transitioned his g
The Insane Reality of the Vintage Market - Jacob Sparks (opens the original)
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Welcome back to The Daily Battle Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Jacob Sparks, a mainstay in the Canadian vintage community, owner of Passé Shop, and co-founder of Ottawa’s Fly Market. Jacob takes us on a raw, unfiltered journey through his life—from growing up in Ottawa's center town to navigating the skate, basketball, and hardcore punk scenes, surviving severe substance abuse, and ultimately building a thriving vintage empire. He also drops a massive exclusive about bringing a bric
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