Season Three Kickoff: Balancing Roles, Personal Growth, and Ancient Insights with Lisa McGrath
S3 E1 • Jan 7, 2026 • 21 minsLisa McGrath opens Season Three by discussing her involvement with the ACMA Board, setting the stage for a series of insightful topics. She examines the crucial role of property managers and the importance of giving back to the community. Lisa shares her experiences juggling multiple roles and engaging in community discussions. She candidly addresses challenges in website management and offers a critique on self-improvement. The episode delves into personal growth, exploring themes of ego, humility, and ancient wisdom. Lisa aligns life changes with nature and the Mayan calendar, providing a unique perspective. She concludes with a preview of upcoming guests, hinting at future engaging conversations.
Season Finale: New Year's Reflections and Alberta's Challenges with Lisa McGrath
S2 E59 • Dec 31, 2025 • 16 minsLisa McGrath begins the season two finale with reflections on New Year's Eve, setting the tone for the episode. She explores the influence of the Chinese zodiac on life and shares hopes for 2026, providing a cultural perspective. Lisa then shifts to a critical analysis of Alberta's healthcare crisis, examining the political response and implications for the future. As the episode draws to a close, she offers New Year's wishes and emphasizes safety reminders, wrapping up the season with thoughtful insights and a forward-looking perspective.
Holiday Traditions, Emotions, and Reflections with Lisa McGrath
S2 E58 • Dec 24, 2025 • 19 minsLisa McGrath kicks off the episode by reflecting on holiday traditions, both personal and widespread. She explores the dynamics of blended family holiday experiences, contrasting religious and secular Christmas traditions. The discussion takes a lighthearted turn with a look at Santa Claus and holiday humor. Lisa then delves into a debate on company Christmas bonuses, weighing different perspectives. She addresses the emotional complexities that often accompany the holiday season, offering insights on how to navigate them. The episode concludes with a wrap-up of Season Two, capturing key moments and themes explored over the season.
Exploring AI, Mental Health, and Empowerment with Lisa McGrath
S2 E57 • Dec 17, 2025 • 34 minsLisa McGrath begins by addressing corrections and observations related to Remembrance Day. She delves into mental health, focusing on its connection to men's holidays. Introducing Cato, she explores the role of AI in podcasting and the impact of social media and podcast tools. Lisa discusses the importance of proofreading AI-generated content and her role at ACMA. She emphasizes supporting property managers and boards, while also touching on numerology's positive outlook. The episode highlights volunteering and empowerment, contrasts parenting in rural vs. urban settings, and shares insights from farm life and age-related wisdom. Lisa rounds off with anime recommendations for entrepreneurs, before acknowledging sponsors Dynamic AI Hub and Bluehost.
Holiday Safety, Local Economy, and Self-Care with Lisa McGrath
S2 E56 • Dec 10, 2025 • 24 minsLisa McGrath opens with a discussion on Alberta's weather and driving styles across provinces. She transitions to the holiday season, covering Christmas parties, snow safety, and condo maintenance. Observing the National Day for rememberance and Action on Violence Against Women, Lisa stresses its significance. She highlights the importance of supporting local businesses and the nuances of handling reviews. Condo management insights and vendor preferences are explored, along with a discussion on government policies, legislation, and recall power. Lisa shares personal insights on parenting challenges and finding joy during the holidays, mentions Grey's Anatomy in pop culture, and emphasizes self-care during the season. The episode wraps up with concluding thoughts.
Navigating Entrepreneurship, Trades, and Empowerment with Lisa McGrath
S2 E55 • Dec 3, 2025 • 27 minsLisa McGrath delves into current events and the impact of AI on entrepreneurship. She examines entrepreneurial challenges, business strategy, and the complexities of business separations and exploitation. The episode discusses the hero complex in business, client dynamics, and the significance of currency and energy. Lisa shares insights on learning from failure and bad deals, reflecting on entrepreneurship's ups and downs. She highlights the importance of local companies in restoration, female empowerment, and safety in trades. The episode offers guidance on assessing potential employers and protecting tradespeople, concluding with reflections on progress and behind-the-scenes efforts in the trades industry.
Women in Trades, HR Policies, and Societal Progress with Lisa McGrath
S2 E54 • Nov 26, 2025 • 30 minsIn this episode, Lisa McGrath shares her morning routine and reacts to recent events in Minnesota, spotlighting Amber Czech's story and the role of HR in trade industries. She explores male-dominated work environments, safety issues, and compares justice and legal systems through personal reflections. Lisa discusses men as allies, societal expectations on women in trades, and the importance of supporting women in construction. She advocates for cultural shifts, zero tolerance policies, and effective HR practices, concluding with a call for change and highlighting employer responsibilities.
Real Estate Strategies, Business Ethics, and Insights with Caleb Christopher
S2 E53 • Nov 19, 2025 • 45 minsLisa McGrath chats with Caleb Christopher about his company, Creative TC, and the art of delegation. They discuss handling criticism, real estate market insights, business pivots, and website development. Caleb emphasizes transparency, overcoming poor partnerships, and capital raise strategies. They also cover setting boundaries, core values, mobile tech evolution, real estate finance, lifestyle differences, and firearm ownership. The episode dives into moral compass, business ethics, and introduces a partnership evaluator tool. Lisa shares personal stories and consulting insights, addressing legal considerations and celebrating Caleb's contributions.
Milestones, Political Insights, and Winter Prep with Caleb Christopher
S2 E52 • Nov 17, 2025 • 17 minsLisa McGrath begins the episode by celebrating a milestone, setting a positive tone. She introduces guest Caleb Christopher, engaging in a discussion about the pros and cons of prerecorded versus live episode formats. The conversation takes an interesting turn as Lisa and Caleb explore their differing views on various topics. A political recall discussion centers around Angela Pitt, followed by a conversation on the importance of keeping children out of politics. They critique the commercialization of political merchandise, offering thoughtful insights. The episode concludes with a look at winter preparations in Alberta, providing practical advice for listeners.
Emotional Intelligence, Strategic Decisions, and Real Estate Insights
S2 E51 • Nov 4, 2025 • 25 minsLisa McGrath begins the episode with an introduction and a shoutout to National Runaway Prevention, setting a thoughtful tone. Greg shares insights into geography and business, emphasizing the role of emotional intelligence in navigating both business and personal crises. The discussion explores the balance between emotions and strategic decision-making, emphasizing effective communication across sectors. Lisa teases upcoming guests and offers perspectives on real estate, followed by a journey into book writing. A special shoutout to Alberta adds a personal touch, and the episode concludes with motivational closing remarks.
Women in Trades, Political Insights, and Social Commentary
S2 E50 • Nov 4, 2025 • 20 minsLisa McGrath kicks off the episode with an engaging introduction, inviting audience participation. She provides sharp political commentary and critiques leadership, setting the stage for a deeper conversation. The episode then shifts to the challenges women face in trades, highlighting obstacles and opportunities. Lisa shares personal reflections, injecting humor and offering shout outs to listeners. Sports commentary follows, linked to broader social awareness themes. The episode wraps up with a fun fact, leaving listeners with something intriguing to ponder, and concludes with Lisa's closing remarks.
Leasing Insights, AI Impacts, and Entrepreneurial Journeys with REV Leasing
S2 E49 • Oct 29, 2025 • 54 minsLisa McGrath introduces the episode with a focus on REV Leasing, joined by her guest to explore the company's services and multifamily training. The discussion highlights proactive leasing training and understanding tenant needs, with personal experiences shared on transitioning to training roles. They examine the financial markets' impact on leasing and the industry's challenges, including insights into AI's role. The conversation shifts to the guest's entrepreneurial journey, rebranding efforts, and balancing work-life commitments. Financial advice for young entrepreneurs is offered, comparing careers in healthcare and law with humor. The episode concludes with appreciation for the guest, insights on REV Leasing, and closing remarks.
HR Insights, Workplace Dynamics, and Leadership with Ashley Cox
S1 E48 • Oct 22, 2025 • 52 minsLisa McGrath welcomes Ashley Cox for a lively conversation on transitioning from corporate life to entrepreneurship. They exchange humorous anecdotes about connections with Andrew and explore Ashley's role in Lisa's journey. The discussion delves into business planning, adapting philosophies, and learning from big company failures. HR challenges are examined, highlighting its role as a bridge, handling toxic employees, and navigating terminations. The episode humorously touches on astrology and workplace dynamics, emotional manipulation, and communication. They address performance conversations and HR evolution, including generational gaps. The episode concludes with Ashley's podcast insights, future plans, and a warm farewell.
Thanksgiving Reflections, Community Engagement, and Empowering Women
S2 E47 • Oct 15, 2025 • 27 minsIn this episode, Lisa McGrath begins with a reflection on her weekend activities, setting the stage for a thoughtful discussion. She shares cultural reflections and muses on Thanksgiving, exploring its significance and impact. The episode highlights the importance of community support and engagement, emphasizing collective strength. Lisa discusses using comedy and paranormal social media as a means to cope with overwhelming news. She introduces a special upcoming guest and provides insights into the future direction of the show. The conversation concludes with a focus on empowering women, underscoring their voices and experiences on the podcast.
Navigating Careers, Parenting, and Perspectives in Alberta
S2 E46 • Oct 8, 2025 • 67 minsLisa McGrath welcomes Sandy Taylor to discuss her career journey, including starting a business in the asphalt industry and balancing career and parenting in Alberta. They touch on healthcare, education, and frustrations with conservative policies. Sandy advocates for local businesses and shares thoughts on dining experiences, tipping, and customer service. They reflect on career choices, regrets, and relationships, emphasizing understanding and connection. The conversation also covers cultural inclusivity, political honesty, gender differences, and humor. Opinions on marriage and identity are shared, with a teaser for the next episode.
October Reflections: Traditions, Work Ethic, and Social Insights
S2 E45 • Oct 1, 2025 • 24 minsIn this episode, Lisa McGrath opens with greetings and an exploration of October traditions and manifestations. She discusses the importance of insurance and shares thoughts on the holiday season. Lisa reflects on parenting, work ethic, and the varying attitudes toward work across generations. The conversation shifts to workers' support and broader social reflections. Lisa offers political criticism and emphasizes the importance of standing with the oppressed. The episode concludes with weekly advice, Lisa's final thoughts, and a heartfelt sign-off.
Exploring Astrology, Politics, and Personal Connections
S2 E44 • Sep 24, 2025 • 22 minsIn this episode, Lisa McGrath delves into the realms of astrology and numerology, providing insights into their influence on personal and societal levels. She transitions into a discussion on the current political climate, offering her perspectives on its impact on everyday life. Lisa shares personal anecdotes, reflecting on relationships and how they intertwine with broader themes. The episode also includes recommendations for other podcasts and upcoming events, offering listeners a diverse range of topics to explore.
Balancing Expertise, Responsibility, and AI in Condo Board Management
S2 E43 • Sep 17, 2025 • 21 minsIn this episode, Lisa McGrath delves into the complexities of managing property issues and the importance of paying for expertise. She examines the responsibilities of government in balancing public and private sector interests, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in spending. Lisa addresses the challenges faced by volunteer boards, highlighting the importance of effective communication with professionals. The discussion also explores the role of AI in enhancing business communication efficiency. Lisa concludes with insights on navigating political divisions and offers advice for condo boards aiming to improve their operations.
Infrared Asphalt Repair and Business Growth with Chris Miller
S2 E42 • Sep 10, 2025 • 48 minsIn this episode, Lisa McGrath chats with Chris Miller about infrared asphalt repair and its growth potential in Calgary. Chris outlines the repair process, highlighting planning, education, and new equipment. They discuss condo asphalt repair challenges, tariffs, costs, and client retention. The conversation covers safety culture, regulations, and financial impacts of violations, stressing the importance of managerial safety attitudes. Chris shares strategies for employee retention and hiring, exploring challenges and opportunities in Canadian business expansion. The episode wraps up with insights on property managers' roles in business growth.
Navigating Property Management Challenges with Chris HochHeimer
S2 E41 • Sep 3, 2025 • 53 minsIn this episode, Lisa McGrath and Chris HochHeimer explore Chris's journey in property management, emphasizing condo management growth and team dynamics. They discuss networking through CCI in Calgary and tackle challenges like board complaints, legal issues, and owner renovations. The conversation compares condo and rental management, focusing on board fines, insurance, and decision-making. Chris shares Aspire Peak Properties' unique approach and stresses professional communication. They also touch on misunderstood sayings, contractor practices, essential safety certifications, and conclude with networking and educational resources.

