The Obie & Ax Show

Former manager of NASA’s Human Research Program, Michele Perchonok, sits down with her friend of almost two decades, Andy “Obie” O’Brien to discuss the important role that teamwork played during her tenure.  Michele speaks on the life-threatening challenges of maintaining nutrition and health on space missions, handling the mental stress that came after the Columbia Disaster, and the need for communication when solving problems and overcoming hardships. Keep up to date with us at: www.obieandax.com 

Former Head of Talent Acquisition of the FBI, Peter Sursi, gives us an in-depth look at the process of building and maintaining top-tier teams within the Bureau.  Peter speaks on the qualities sought in prospective recruits, the need for diversity and inclusion in building strong teams and the importance of breaking down stigmas surrounding mental health struggles within the FBI.   Keep up to date with us on www.obieandax.com

Program Manager of NASA’s Tournament Lab and the Center of Excellence for Collaborative Innovation, Steve Rader, shares about the countless innovations stemming from crowdsourcing.  Steve speaks on the need for crowdsourcing when keeping up with the ever changing world, the brilliance of fresh perspectives, and the necessary role that failure plays in seeking success.   Keep up to date with us on www.obieandax.com

Today's episode takes a ride with the founder and CEO of EMERGE Commerce, Inc.,  Ghassan Halazon. Ghassan chats with Obie and Ax about his entrepreneurial journey and how he came about with EMERGE Commerce. He also chats about managing stress, operating effectively in high pressure situations, and how responsibilities often shape ones sense of self. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @obieandax, and keep up to date with us on www.obieandax.com

Today's episode dives deep with award winning human rights activist, author, and international speaker, Samra Zafar. Samra chats with Obie and Ax about the hardships and abuse she faced, the transformation she went through, and what she is doing to help combat the abuse faced by other people. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @obieandax, and keep up to date with us on www.obieandax.com

CEO and Co-Founder at Generis Group, Francesco Scalzo, tells all the nitty-gritty in his journey with entrepreneurship.

Today's episode we go in-depth with Jennifer Strachan (Deputy Commissioner, Commanding Officer for British Columbia RCMP) and Shawna Coxon (Deputy Chief of Toronto Police). Obie & Ax talk about how they're handling the evolving social pressures on Police, being a female in a male-dominated work force and so much more!

Today's episode goes on a full sprint with the Canadian track and field legend, Olympic gold medalist, and Canada Hall of Famer, Bruny Surin. Bruny chats with Obie and Ax about his entry to track and field, the importance of believing in one's dream and working the hardest to achieve it, and how to steer off any negativity surrounding oneself. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @obieandax, and keep up to date with us on www.obieandax.com

Today’s episode is with 2x Olympic Gold Medalist and 17x Olympic Gold Medalist, Jamie Anderson. Obie and Ax chat with Jamie about her Olympic preparations, what it takes to be an outstanding female athlete in a male-dominated industry, and her ups-and-downs in illustrious career. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @obieandax, and keep up to date with us on www.obieandax.com

Today’s episode goes on a musical journey with the co-founder, drummer, and backing vocalist of the Canadian band, Three Days Grace- Neil Sanderson. Neil chats with Obie and Ax about the story behind the band’s debut, double platinum single, ‘I Hate Everything About You’, the ever-evolving music industry, and the perils of the addicting thrills of being a rockstar. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @obieandax, and keep up to date with us on www.obieandax.com