The podcast Inflection
Inflection
Time
Every episode offers the possibility of seeing your own life differently. Not because someone hands you answers. Because someone else’s story helps you find your own.
- Episodes
- 21
- Format
- Long-form, 40 to 70 min
- Produced with
- Archer & Co
Latest episode
Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova
Heated Rivalry, Canadian Identity, and Becoming Yourself in Public
Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova is 23 years old and the world is just starting to find out who she is. Starring ins Jacob Tierney and Crave's hit series Heated Rivalry, based on Rachel Reid's beloved book, she joins Silken at a moment when Canadian storytelling is having its biggest global moment. In this conversation, Ksenia talks about growing up between…
Why we make it
Achievement makes someone interesting. Story makes them relatable.
Guests are here because of what they lived through and what it taught them, not their résumé. The conversation is the vehicle. What you take from it is yours.
- I hear your story.
- I recognise something in myself.
- I understand my own experience differently.
- I feel less alone.
- I move back into my life with greater freedom.
The archive
Every conversation, in order.
Season Two2026
- 20 George Stroumboulopoulos Presence, Ego, and Treating Life as an Investment It is moving day for George Stroumboulopoulos. He steps outside and sits down with Silken like he has all the time in the world. That is George. One of Canada's most recognizable voices. He has spent decades in conversation with some of the most fascinating people on the planet, including Silken Laumann. George takes a moment to reflect with Silken,…
- 19 Matt Kenny Former hockey player Matt Kenny, spent years carrying a secret inside a sport that had no space for who he was. He also shares how receiving an MS diagnosis over Zoom during the pandemic became the moment that changed everything. Matt joins Silken to talk about the cost of hiding his identity, the darkness that followed his diagnosis, and the slow…
- 18 Leanne Taylor Leanne Taylor is a seasoned leader, social innovator, and fierce advocate for equity and athlete well-being. In this conversation, Leanne opens up to Silken about the moments that shaped her—from working with elite athletes at the Canadian Olympic Committee to leading systemic change in sport and beyond. Her story is one of courage, conscience, and…
- 17 Dawn Smyth Dawn Smyth is the NBA's Associate VP & Head of International Youth Development, overseeing programs that impact more than 60 million young people around the world. In this conversation, Dawn reflects on her path from sidelined athlete to global leader—how a career-ending injury helped her discover a new kind of influence off the court. She speaks with…
- 16 Dan Hill Dan Hill is the Grammy and Juno award winning singer-songwriter behind "Sometimes When We Touch," one of the most iconic ballads in music history. In this episode, Dan opens up about identity, race, family, grief, vulnerability, and what it means to be a man who feels deeply in a world that often doesn't reward that. He reflects on music not just as art…
- 15 Julian LeBlanc Julian LeBlanc is an actor, entrepreneur, and founder of LeBlanc School of Acting. In this conversation, he opens up about following intuition, healing through storytelling, and why confetti (yes, really) might be the best metaphor for celebrating each other. His journey is one of freedom, vulnerability, and redefining success.
- 14 Sharon and Bram Sharon Hampson and Bram Morrison—two-thirds of the iconic Sharon, Lois & Bram trio joined Silken for a moving conversation about legacy, joy, and the lifelong impact of connecting with children. From the roots of the Canadian folk scene to becoming household names through The Elephant Show and Skinnamarink TV, they've inspired generations with love and…
- 13 Amanda Lindhout Amanda Lindhout is a journalist, humanitarian, and author whose life was forever changed after being held hostage for 460 days in Somalia. In this conversation, Amanda reflects not on survival alone, but on what comes after - how healing unfolds slowly, quietly, and with intention. She shares the practices that ground her today and how she has…
- 12 Taylor Elgersma Taylor Elgersma is a football player whose journey from Laurier Football standout to signing with the Green Bay Packers, to being released from Green Bay, embodies belief, persistence, and trust in the process. In this episode, Taylor reflects on the discipline it takes to train like a pro, how he leads with humility, and why he doesn't chase outcomes;…
- 11 Stephan Moccio In this episode of Inflection Time, host Silken Laumann sits down with Stephan Moccio — Grammy- and Oscar-nominated composer, producer, and pianist whose work has shaped global hits for artists like Celine Dion, The Weeknd, and beyond. After decades at the highest levels of the music industry, Stephan opens up about the quieter inflection points that…
- 10 David Patchell-Evans In this deeply personal Season 2 premiere of Inflection Time, host Silken Laumann sits down with a guest she knows better than anyone: her husband, David "Patch" Patchell-Evans, the founder and owner of GoodLife Fitness. Patch opens up about the inflection points that shaped his life, from a devastating motorcycle accident in his youth that led him to…
Season One2024
- 09 Madison Tevlin In this episode, we sit down with Madison Tevlin—an actress, digital creator, and trailblazing advocate who challenges stereotypes and reshapes the conversation around Down syndrome. Madison shares her remarkable journey, from a viral music cover to her recent award-winning role in the "Down Syndrome is the Least Interesting Thing About Me" campaign. She…
- 08 Lacy Hartselle In this episode, we talk with Lacy Hartselle, actress, mental health advocate, and podcast host, This is Temporary. Lacy opens up about her journey with bipolar disorder, the influence of labels on mental health, and how she learned to embrace her sensitivity as a strength. We discuss her passion for challenging the stigmas of mental illness and her…
- 07 Michael Landsberg In this episode, Silken Laumann speaks with Michael Landsberg, a charismatic Canadian sports community icon and former Off the Record host. Michael is also one of Canada's most vocal mental health advocates and the founder of the #SickNotWeak movement, dedicated to breaking the stigma around mental illness and building supportive communities. Michael…
- 06 Tyler Smith In this episode, we welcome Tyler Smith, a Humboldt Broncos survivor, mental health advocate, and winner of The Amazing Race. Tyler shares his profound journey from surviving the Humboldt bus tragedy to embracing a mission of mental health awareness. Through candid reflections, he discusses the challenges of processing trauma, the importance of allowing…
- 05 Bif Naked In this episode, Silken Laumann speaks with the dynamic Bif Naked, an iconic musician, performer, and activist. Bif, known for her resilience, has survived breast cancer, kidney failure, and heart surgery while breaking barriers in the music industry for over 25 years. In their conversation, Bif shares deeply personal insights into her battles with…
- 04 Chef Joe Friday In this episode, Silken Laumann sits down with Chef Joe Friday, an acclaimed culinary innovator whose career spans the globe. Born in North Carolina and raised in Okinawa, Japan, Chef Joe has worked in some of the world's finest kitchens, including The French Laundry and Nobu. He has also been a part of opening Toronto's Luma and co-founded the popular…
- 03 Hayley Wickenheiser In this episode, Silken Laumann speaks with one of Canada's most iconic athletes, Hayley Wickenheiser, the longest-serving member of Canada's National Women's Hockey Team. Wickenheiser competed in the first five Olympic Games that featured women's hockey, winning four gold and one silver medals, making her one of Canada's most decorated Olympians. Beyond…
- 02 Colin Mochrie In this episode of Inflection Time, Silken Laumann speaks with Colin Mochrie about the unpredictable world of improv comedy. Colin reflects on his path from shy beginnings to becoming a household name through Whose Line Is It Anyway?. They discuss the crucial importance of staying present on stage, the challenges of public recognition, and the personal…
- 01 Erica Ehm In this episode of Inflection Time, Silken Laumann chats with Erica about her early rise to fame as a young television host on MuchMusic, navigating the pressures of live broadcasting, and how she embraced reinvention through different stages of life. They dive into Erica's passion for music, her love of community, and the invaluable lessons she learned…
The Sunday note
One story, once a week, from someone who has been through it.
A short letter about a moment that changed someone’s life, what it taught them, and a question you might carry into your own week. No course launches, no countdown timers.