Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Episode 2: Melissa Gets a Life Coach

Ever wonder what a Life Coach does?

In growing numbers, people from all walks of life are turning to a Life Coach when they feel lost or stuck, or want to make a change.



The origins of Life Coaching, as practiced today, go back to the teachings of Benjamin Karter, a college football coach turned motivational speaker in the late 1970s. Over time Life Coaching has become a more formalized practice with an established ethos and methodology.

This episode of Happy follows one woman's journey through Life Coaching. Before she started, she was stuck in a dead-end restaurant job. Now she is successfully freelancing as film maker, making lovely documentaries for a variety of clients. Find out how she made the change.

Episode Details: 
Producer: Sean Rasmussen
Music: Dinah Washington, "There'll Be Some Changes Made"
Interview Subject: Melissa Dozois (See her work)
Special thanks to: Toronto-based Life Coach Nicola Holmes

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Episode 1: Hugh Oliver Breaks into the Music Scene, at 82

If you have ever given up on a dream, or think you're too old to start something new, you might think again after hearing this episode of happy..

Hugh Oliver is breaking into the music scene at 82, with his combination of catchy melodies and clever lyrics, about topics such as Facebook, Internet dating, death, and more. With a documentary coming out this summer about him, and some YouTube videos that are going viral, it looks like he's on his way.




Find out more about Hugh Oliver: