Nicole Veira joins the podcast to share her story and talk about her son Jordon’s legacy with Mike and Diane. Jordon “JV” Veira was a poet and social entrepreneur who recently passed away following an asthma attack, but whose contributions and positive impact are still...
Summer is here and with it comes the desire to get into shape. Mike and Diane chat about working on that fitness in this episode of the podcast. They talk about cutting back sugar and drinking more water, struggling to get to the gym, and why we need to be active mentally and spiritually...
This week, Mike and Diane chat about missing the mark as Christians and why that often leads to criticism and judgement from others about faith and religion. They discuss why acceptance is so important and how we should always lead with love to truly find The Sweet Spot. Plus...
After a nice Father’s Day, Mike and Diane reflect on their own Dads and share what they meant to their own lives today. They also talk about the role of fatherhood, single parenting, and how we should continue to build bridges not fences when it comes to our parenting community.
Communication is key to finding The Sweet Spot and this week Mike has some questions for Diane about passions and goals. Diane has a few of her own about feeling unqualified in your interests and calling. It’s a podcast all about using your time wisely and embracing life like a warm...
Mike and Diane celebrate their 27th wedding anniversary by laying it all out on the line in this podcast. Every year, they give themselves an “anniversary report card” by rating different areas of their marriage, looking at the things they’ve got right, and discussing...
The Clemons chat about personal routines and goals, prepping for the Victory Charity Ball fundraiser, and philanthropist Robert Smith’s recent inspiring charitable donation. They also talk about how one goes about finding a charity or cause to give to because, as Winston Churchill...
Can we increase our happiness? After experiencing a truly joyful moment, Mike and Diane chat about the “happiness baseline” and things we can do to help increase it. They also talk about how words matter and why we should be intentional with how we use them.
Mike and Diane talk about something their daughter said and how it changed their perspective. They also discuss the book “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen R. Covey and how each of those habits can help us learn and grow towards The Sweet Spot.
With all the recent playoff excitement, Mike and Diane ask the question: “what are the Game 7’s of your life?” They share some of their own experiences and how those victories and defeats help define who they are. You’ll also hear some of their reflections on...
Not a clever name, Mike and Diane bring those three topics to the table in this episode of The Sweet Spot. They talk about the importance of good friendships and reconnecting with those you might have lost touch with. Then they discuss Tiger Woods’ recent comeback, his redemption...
After a few weeks apart doing separate interview shows, Mike and Diane are back together in The Sweet Spot! They talk what they learned from guests Andrea Donsky and Jeff Adams before diving into their main topic this week. With so much hardship and turmoil going on in the world, the...
Giving in any measure is a beautiful thing, but how can we reach those who need it most? This week, Pinball speaks with Jeff Adams of Samaritan’s Purse Canada about humanitarian aid. They talk about the planning and processes involved with crisis response, the importance of...
This week, Diane chats with nutritionist Andrea Donsky. She is the founder of Naturally Savvy (an incredible resource for healthy living), as well as an international TV health expert and best-selling author. Diane and Andrea dive into women’s health and discuss ways women of all...
Mike and Diane dive into some deep topics before bringing it all back to The Sweet Spot. They talk about morning routine, the controversy involving Empire actor Jussie Smollett, and a tense situation Diane found herself in at the airport on a recent trip.
Diane admits a secret about the uniquely Canadian term “double-double,” while Mike grapples with giving relationship advice to a friend. They also explore the “success to significance to insignificance” philosophy and the right way to say “no” when you...
From the aesthetic to the internal to places in the world, Mike and Diane discuss the concept of beauty and what it means to them. They then share some of their most embarrassing moments and why we should always look for the truth in critism first.
Mike and Diane answer a listener question about their “war wall” before unpacking Rachel McKenna’s recent Tweets about her husband, NHL goaltender Mike McKenna, being traded. They offer an inside perspective on how an athlete’s life impacts the family and why we...
Would you rather have unlimited money or unlimited time? Mike and Diane compare presents and presence in this podcast, discussing the value of time and how they want to invest in it wisely. They also talk about their “war wall”, a to-do list that helps them set and prioritize...
How many of us actually keep our New Year’s resolution? Diane and Pinball kick off 2019 with that “Question of the Week” as they explore goal setting in this episode of The Sweet Spot.
This week on The Sweet Spot, Mike and Diane talk about the real meaning of Christmas before reflecting on their upbringings and some of their favourite memories with their kids.
What happens when The Sweet Spot turns into The Sweet… Not? This week, Mike and Diane share a few stories about good intentions turning into less than ideal situations. Of course, through the bad can come some perspective and hope to build better relationships with each other.
With just a few days until the Christmas with the Clemons event, Mike and Diane talk about the annual kickoff to the Christmas season in their latest podcast. They also discuss moderation during the holidays and propose a special giving challenge to The Sweet Spot listeners.
Back from their recent vacation, Mike and Diane reflect on some of their favourite destinations and the importance of taking the time to reconnect with your spouse. Plus, they answer a listener question from last week’s Putting the Fun Back in Family episode and pose a few of their...
Mike and Diane hit refresh on The Sweet Spot with an all-new audio podcast experience. They share what’s going on in their lives and discuss ways to put the fun back in family.
We all have regrets. Whether it was a choice you made or a series of events you wish had gone differently, there are moments in our life we wish we could change. But in order to move forward, we have to understand what regret is and learn how to deal with it in a practical way. Join...
Is fear holding you back from finding The Sweet Spot? Mike and Diane break down the five biggest fears that Christians have and share their thoughts on how we can push past them to find success with life and God. Thanks to Jayson Bradley’s article for the inspiration for this...
Many people struggle with finding their identity. It is because many of us tie our identity with worldly standards and people’s opinions of us. On this episode of the Sweet Spot, we will talk about how we build a true identity in Christ by learning how to go outside ourselves by lifting...
In our daily lives, we are being stretched in different ways – physically, emotionally, mentally, and also spiritually. How do we act when God stretches our faith? Do you still believe that He’s got your back? That's the topic of discussion on The Sweet Spot.
On this episode of The Sweet Spot, we continue learning about Julia Hanna’s story after launching her first restaurant and enjoying an illustrious culinary career. She tells us that the secret to keeping the magic alive is not just about the food she cooks, but also the ability to serve...