The On Purpose Podcast

Audacious Audley Stephenson

In October 2025, Audley Stephenson, longtime podcaster and host of The Audacious Living Podcast, was ready to move forward in writing his book, Living Your Best Audacious Life Ever: How Unleashing Your Inner Greatness Can Change the World! Following a few conversations with Everett O’Keefe, founder of Ignite Press and best-selling author, Everett introduced him and Lynn Thompson. Two months later, following significant progress in his book’s development and collaborative editing with Lynn, Audley showed up on the other side of the mic for this 53-minute conversation on Living on Purpose.
Note: In March 2022, Everett appeared on Living on Purpose for a lively group discussion about book development and publishing.
From Living Your Best Audacious Life Ever (publication in spring 2026):
Audley Stephenson is a dynamic, energetic individual known for his positive attitude, optimistic outlook, and passion for encouraging people to pursue what they love. A respected thought leader, Audley is an expert on the connection between audaciousness, personal success, and happiness, and he has built a reputation for inspiring people to live audaciously—infusing courage, confidence, and joy into everything they do.
Born and raised in a culturally diverse community in Toronto, Canada, Audley developed a deep appreciation for different perspectives and a strong work ethic from an early age. Over the years, he has focused his energy on working with individuals at all stages of audacity—whether they are starting out and exploring new possibilities, actively building and leading their personal and professional lives, or reinventing themselves to create lasting impact. By identifying and supporting these individuals, Audley helps them unlock their potential and embrace audacious living across all areas of life.
A fun-loving family man, Audley has spent more than 30 years in public service, holding leadership roles across multiple levels of government, including project management, stakeholder engagement, contract negotiations, strategic partnerships, marketing, and communications.
In addition, he has over 15 years of sports management experience, serving as Commissioner of the National Basketball League of Canada (NBL Canada) and Vice President of Marketing & Promotions for the Basketball Super League, overseeing league operations, brand development, fan engagement, and media strategy.
An accomplished media personality, Audley began podcasting in 2008 with the NBA-credentialed show The Breakdown with Dave and Audley—long before the medium exploded worldwide. Throughout his career, he has produced seven podcasts, building strong connections across sports, entertainment, broadcasting, and the professional development space. An inspiring and skilled speaker on audacity, Audley is also a coach working one-on-one with individuals, encouraging them to live their best audacious lives.
 

Thank You Truckers

Lynn Thompson met Donna Laframboise and Ray McGinnis at their book signing during a gathering at the home of Tish Conlin in Port Perry, Ontario.
Donna Laframboise is an independent journalist and photographer. She grew up working class, the daughter of an auto mechanic. As a former vice president of the Canadian Civil Liberties Association, she has long considered freedom of speech and peaceful protest to be integral components of a healthy democracy. She was part of the original National Post newsroom, and is the author of five books, including Thank You, Truckers! Canada's Heroes & Those Who Helped Them. She lives in Port Dover, Ontario, on Lake Erie.  
Ray McGinnis is a former Christian educator. He had been teaching writing workshops for over two decades when the Prime Minister invoked the Emergencies Act on February 14, 2022. In November 2022, he flew from Vancouver to Ottawa to attend a week of the Public Order Emergency Commission proceedings. He subsequently attended several days of the Coutts Two trial in Lethbridge. He has also been in an Ottawa courtroom to follow some of the trial of Tamara Lich and Chris Barber, including the April verdict and sentencing hearings in July 2025. In October 2025, Ray and Donna were in the courtroom to hear the decision by Justice Heather Perkins-McVey regarding the sentencing of Tamara Lich and Chris Barber. Ray has authored three books, including Unjustified: The Freedom Convoy, The Emergencies Act, And The Inquiry That Got It Wrong. Ray lives in Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada.
More Resources:
Rodney Palmer at NCI (National Citizens Inquiry)
Donna's book review in Druthers
Convoy Response article 
Coutts Four article
Sampler of Canada's court system
Truth about the Truckers' Convoy
Coutts Four as Political Pawns
Julie Ponesse with discussion group
Thanks to Black Fedora with Sneaky Jazz for the musical glimpses in this podcast of Living on Purpose!
 

In Memory of Michael Hughes

A reposting of this valuable conversation with Michael J. Hughes, North America's Networking Guru. With deep appreciation. His warmth and wisdom live on.
Michael J. Hughes specialized in helping professionals increase results by improving their ability to maximize relationships. He extensively researched and specialized in utilizing networking as a business strategy and professional competency. His absence is profound, and he will forever be missed.
From the Hughes Family on LinkedIn:
 
Dearest friends and colleagues,
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that Michael passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 21, 2025, after a courageous three-and-a-half-year battle with cancer.
Michael lived his life with an unwavering commitment to helping bring others together to better themselves, their community and their careers. He believed deeply in the power of connection, and he dedicated his career to helping others discover the strength and opportunity that comes from building relationships.
Known as “North America's Networking Guru,” Michael touched the lives of countless individuals and organizations, always ready with encouragement, wisdom, and a generous spirit. He prided himself in being open and available to help anyone and everyone.
Beyond his work, Michael was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. His greatest joy came from spending time with family, relaxing at the family cottage, and contributing to various charitable causes in the Ottawa community.
A celebration of life will be held in his honor at a later date, and details will be shared when available.
With gratitude, The Hughes Family
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In this conversation from 2022, Michael offers guidance and encouragement about challenging conversations and how to build bridges while walking away. He is insightful and organized in his ideas!
Highlights from Lynn Thompson's call with him in June 2021.
Music for The On Purpose Podcast (Living on Purpose) is thanks to Black Fedora, Sneaky Jazz.

A Testament to Life

This September 2025 is thirty-three years since Anina's Papa passed. Three segments in an hour, beginning with an introduction to the 2002 CBC Radio show Tapestry (host Don Hill) with Lynn's Testament segment, followed by Anina and Lynn talking about it in 2007, and again in 2025. 

Unmute Yourself for Free

For the first time, Ann Randolph offers four free days of UNMUTE (from Tues Sept 2 to Fri Sept 5, 2025). Please consider joining to experience this creative online writing community. This 45-minute audio was recorded in February 2023 with award-winning writer and performer Ann Randolph who teaches and mentors in Your Story Matters – Unmute Yourself.
Whether you already write, want to write, or feel curious, you can explore your voice in the beautiful space. Ann creates the most welcoming, supportive circle—where all voices are honored and you can begin without needing to have everything figured out.
From Tuesday, September 2, through Friday, September 5, we gather for an hour each day, 9am PST / 12pm EST. It’s totally free with a warm, creative welcome.
Since February 2021, I have been writing with Ann Randolph in her UNMUTE program—a powerful and joyful experience. I’d love to see you there and share this special circle together.
With warmth,
LynnP.S. If the free experience inspires you to continue, you can find more information on Ann's website about the next four-week online UNMUTE session starting on Monday, September 8, 2025 until Friday, October 3, 2025. 
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In this February 2023 conversation, learn about Unmute Yourself: Your Story Matters, Ann Randolph's creative, supportive community where voices are encouraged, held, and celebrated in this online writing workshop. Hear about how Ann keeps challenging herself to grow and show up with solo shows and international in-person workshops. Ann loves community, creates community, and appreciates the assistance with Unmute from Jona, Rachel, and Susan, and now, Susan, Colene, Sharon, Diane, and Lynn.
Lynn Thompson met Ann in Kauai just before New Year's Eve 2017 and began attending Unmute in February 2021. "Like the rudder in my sailboat, Unmute holds me steady and helped me find my voice to write myself through many adventures in the last two years."
Ann mentions:Zander, "The Fool of Play," who she met at Lynn's Living on Purpose Playgram event on Kauai in mid-January 2018 just after the false missile alert.Joshua Townshend, her director, who also collaborates with Adam Lesser on Notes on Your Notes.Esalen in CaliforniaHollyhock in British Columbia, Canada
Thanks to Black Fedora with Sneaky Jazz for the music weaving through this episode of Living on Purpose (the original of The On Purpose Podcast).
Ann Randolph
 

Flat Earth Dave Returns

David Weiss, known as Flat Earth Dave, returns on June 18, 2025, for a discussion with host Lynn Thompson and Michelle for this hour talk. The full video version of an hour and 37 minutes is on Flat Earth Dave's YouTube Channel.
He posted the debut of his video presentation (28 minutes) for the "where the sun goes at sunset" (from 52:02 to 1:19:50 in the full video).
On his website you will find his social media links.
Flat Earth Dave's first appearance on Living on Purpose was on Flat Earth Day, April 22, 2025.
Before Dave became convinced that Flat Earth is one of the most important topics he could promote, Deep Inside The Rabbit Hole (DITRH) was his podcast, false flag and hoax-busting website that is now called Stop Look Think. 
 
Direct Link to The Flat Earth Sun, Moon & Zodiac Clock app
 
More videos:
102-year-old Ruth was taught the Earth was flat in the 1920s
Laura Nina "Why the Lie?"
crash course for Flat Earth documentaries
exploration of history: My Lunch Break
Stairway of Disbelief
Barnum World
video with highlight clips from the first call on Flat Earth Day
 
Here are screenshots from "Flat Earth Dave Returns" to match up with some of Dave's presentations on the audio recording. Please visit Flat Earth Dave's YouTube Channel for the full video version of this conversation.
Thanks to Black Fedora with Sneaky Jazz for the music weaving through the talk. Thanks for listening.

Life Coach Marissa

Welcome to Marissa’s Life Coaching Cafe. In this half-hour conversation with host Lynn Thompson, Marissa shares a glimpse of her life and how, newly retired and on the couch, she coached herself as her first client.
Marissa Bastidas served as an Executive Director for 35 years, providing essential housing and support to individuals experiencing homelessness and mental health challenges. She reported to a Board of Directors, and as a team, they built four small apartment buildings in the City of Toronto, serving over 100 clients. They provided holistic support, including advocacy, trauma counselling, social and recreational activities, nutrition, and spiritual care. Marissa thought she would enjoy retirement at age 68. However, she was restless and bored. She returned to school and became a Certified Life and Health Coach, finding new purpose and meaning in her life.
As a Certified Life Coach, Marissa works with women who are overwhelmed, experiencing anxious thoughts and looming burnout, and making decisions that affect their well-being. Through habit change coaching methodology, she helps women set priorities, say yes to themselves, and move from bitterness to joy and betterment. Visit Marissa’s website to book your complimentary 30-minute session.
Marissa mentions being a “lane changer,” which is a concept initiated by her friend and walking buddy, Celia Chandler, who coined the phrase, and featured Marissa in her blog series on lane-changing women. From Celia’s blog:  
“I’m launching my new series – profiles of people I consider Lane Changers. My own pattern of switching it up every few years is modelled on my dad’s life. … the series begins with Peter Chandler. He lived his 78 years like he drove: quick decisive change, no looking back. I hope you enjoy his story.”
Also mentioned: Lynn met Marissa in 2023 through her friend, Marissa’s sister, Denise Bertrand, aka feather, author of Once Upon A Solar Time.Thanks for listening.

Paul LeMay in Victoria

Paul LeMay in Victoria, British Columbia, in 2008 speaking for half an hour in the Living on Purpose mobile recording studio with Lynn Thompson after high school alumni gathered in Ottawa in October 2007 for the 50th birthday of Ridgemont the school.
Prior to this 2008 recording, Paul's father had recently died, so they tour through reflections on life and death and aspects in between. 
In May 2025, many gathered in Ottawa, 18 years later, for their 50th high school reunion along with other graduating years.
Thanks for listening.

Primal Mind Primal Games

In September 2014 in Ottawa, Ontario, Hifzija Bajramovic, M.D. and co-author Paul LeMay spoke with podcast host Lynn Thompson for half an hour in a park setting about Primal Mind Primal Games: Why We Do What We Do.
Their then soon-to-be-released book was one massive volume. Now, thanks to the encouragement of one of their contributing editors, John Heney, it is in two volumes. That title is for Book One, and Book Two is entitled Primal Mind Primal Games: Dawn Breaks over Armageddon. 

Paul LeMay at the Airport

A moment in time, November 2012 at the Ottawa Airport parking lot, Lynn Thompson and Paul LeMay muse on life, work, and why we choose what we do. In less than ten minutes.
Mentions of Margit (Mog) Hesthammar's article on spiders and DNTO (Definitely Not the Opera) on CBC Radio.
The book Paul mentions co-authoring is published now! Primal Mind Primal Games: Why We Do What We Do with Hifzija Bajramovic, M.D. and contributing editor, John Heney.