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I would like to apologize for the laps in time from the last episode to this one. Times are tough for everyone and I was honestly trying to get it together. You see during this very unprecedented time, I was also nearing the end of my pregnancy and was navigating how to have a baby, our first, during a pandemic and isolation. Without making this about me, I am happy to say little mama is thriving and at 6 weeks old we are coming into a pretty cool routine. Therefore, I was able to get this episode together. One lesson I have learned already about parenting is presence. I can't do a million things at once, I need to focus and be present. That means other things take a back seat. It is somewhat beautiful to be present, especially nowadays with so many distractions. This is why I would like to apologize, the delay went longer than even I anticipated and for that I am sorry. I don't plan on making this a reoccurring theme - but, I do appreciate the love and check ins I have been getting from listeners. You are simply the best! (That means people dig what I'm doing and are listening!!!!) This episode features fashion icon, Simon Chang. I met him at a function launching his collaboration with the Canadian discount store Giant Tiger. It so happened I was seated as his table and we hit it off. I noticed a few things about him immediately, his humility, simplicity, his joy de vivre. And, most importantly he loves what he does. It shows in how he talks, how he gestures and how he respects himself and others. He was so gracious when we met, and said yes when I asked if he would be interested in being interviewed. I would like to point out, that he said yes without hesitation - there have been people that are still on the come up, as it were, that I have asked to interview and they have been like "let me hear a few episodes and holla back". Not Simon Chang. Simon freaking Chang ... this was a lesson to me - real recognize real. He was so down and open that he connected me with his people instantly and started to sync blocks of time with me instantly. He didn't lowkey brush me off and never get back. He didn't ask a million questions about the show, he said he saw me, my intentions and was all in. He cleared his entire afternoon for me, I was touched. And, still am at how he and his team were with me and my team. Not just professional, but warm. That's the difference between someone who does things with positive intentions and love and others who do things for ulterior motives. His sparkle, that twinkle in his eye is real .. his soul smiles. It made me see that his success is only part of his story, his love of life, people, art and creativity are the other parts. With an open heart he has been able to try his hand at so many creative elements and soar. Simon's genuine curiosity keeps him young and so does his spirit. He is a bright light and am very grateful he took the time to shine some of it on me. I hope you enjoy this interview and as always encourage any feedback or comments my way. I have to tell you, Mr. Chang is simply put, a gem. www.simonchang.com Facebook Instagram