In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented Leighton Alexander Williams. Leighton, an award-winning actor based in Toronto, Ontario, is set to co-star in the upcoming OutTV series Settle Down. This new mini series follows a podcast host who is a queer matchmaker with a booming success rate. When it comes to love, he knows all... except why his own relationship is on the rocks. Leighton plays the host’s partner on the show and shares his excitement about the program's upcoming broadcast.

Throughout the conversation, we explore Leighton’s journey to acting and the influential people who have empowered him along the way, along with his own personal coming out experience. With a mix of humor and heartfelt moments, Leighton offers valuable insights into the acting industry in both Canada and the U.S., his vision for his future career, and the impact he hopes to have on the next generation of actors. Leighton is carving out his space in an industry that has historically left little room for 2SLGBTQIA+ voices.

Settle Down premieres on OutTV, Prime Video and Vimeo on Friday, February 14th – Valentine's Day!

Connect with Leighton on Instagram @livingwithlaw

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Shawn "#TheSavage" Antonio returns for a 3rd conversation with us, this time opening up about the recent fires in Los Angeles, California, and the profound impact they’ve had on his family and community. Having called LA and Hollywood home for 25 years, Shawn is a seasoned celebrity life coach, author, and educator dedicated to helping people discover true happiness.

In his signature style, Shawn vulnerably shares his experience navigating the fires alongside his wife, Alicia Antonio (a former guest), and their two young children. From emergency evacuation to finding safety, and finally reintegrating into life post-fire, Shawn gives a heartfelt account of the journey. He also discusses how he and Alicia continue to hold space for their children, equipping them with the tools, resources, and mindset for long-term success. With raw, open conversation and coaching insights, we dive deep into this powerful episode, covering it all—and then some.

Connect with Shawn:

Phone # 310-428-5017
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Instagram (@shawnantoniolifecoaching)

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In this episode, we’re joined by Kreag Seime as we Pardon Our Minds and dive into a conversation about mental health and addiction, with a focus on Vancouver's Downtown Eastside (DTES) – an area that is home to many of the city’s unhoused residents.

Kreag brings a wealth of experience from his background in community mental health and addictions, currently working as a care coordinator for Vancouver Coastal Health’s Intensive Housing Outreach Team (IHOT). He sheds light on the critical work happening in this sector and the challenges faced by both workers and the community.

Kreag also gets personal, sharing his own journey with addiction and how his experiences have shaped the compassionate and impactful work he’s doing today.

Oh, and he just happens to be Hiiro's bf! 🥰

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