Shelley Boyd's guest appearances

Shelley Boyd

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The Canadian Star System with Steve Patterson

Jodie Carter

David Barrett

Andrew Mitchell

LIz Kamarul

Mike Michalowicz

Tommy Chong

Les Stroud

Katie O'Brien

Tim Brown

Rick Mercer

Bruce Campbell

Cavin Costello

Dan Mangan

Tim Williams

Sarah Vermunt

OwlTail

Ron James

*A NOTE ABOUT THIS EPISODE FROM DR. SHELLEY BOYD:First, it is important to note that information provided today is not meant to substitute for an eye exam with your healthcare provider, and no giving or receiving of personal health information is implied. And also, Dr Boyd wishes to clarify that in compliance with COVID guidelines, her St Michael’s Hospital research program in AMD remains closed – ensuring that her patients are safe and not exposed to unnecessary risk – while her Oshawa practice remains open for urgent and essential care. Like the rest of us, she is looking forward to returning to a new norm in the months ahead, and to seeing many of you again.SHOW NOTES:This week Steve and Diana chat with Canadian comedy legend Ron James! Ron regales us with stories from the road, explains why his love of touring Canada fills his heart more than chasing fame in America ever could, and the excellent career advice he got from none other than Billy Connolly. Ron introduces us to his friend… scientist, ophthalmologist and entrepreneur Dr. Shelley Boyd. Dr. Boyd is the founding director of Canada’s only dedicated ‘Dry’ Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) clinic at St. Michael’s Hospital. Dr. Boyd explains why Canadians are at the forefront of this field, how blindness has the highest effect on the healthcare system and why quitting smoking is good for your eyes.To learn more about Ron James, check out his website at www.RonJames.ca or follow him on Twitter @TheRonJamesShow or on Instagram @ramblinronjames. You can learn more about his new book, ‘All Over The Map - Rambles and Ruminations from the Canadian Road’ here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/209922/all-over-the-map-by-ron-james/9780385671132To learn more about Dr. Shelley Boyd, you can read about her work at St. Michael’s Hospital here: http://stmichaelshospitalresearch.ca/researchers/shelley-boyd/For more information on issues related to vision loss, check out: https://cnib.ca or https://www.fightingblindness.ca/HOST: Steve Patterson (Twitter: @patterballs)PRODUCER &amp; CO-HOST: Diana Frances (Twitter @dianafrancesvan)TECHNICAL PRODUCER: Donovan Deschner from Fracture A Femur Productions (www.fractureafemur.com)MUSIC BY: Imagine Sound Studios (www.imaginesoundstudios.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*A NOTE ABOUT THIS EPISODE FROM DR. SHELLEY BOYD:First, it is important to note that information provided today is not meant to substitute for an eye exam with your healthcare provider, and no giving or receiving of personal health information is implied. And also, Dr Boyd wishes to clarify that in compliance with COVID guidelines, her St Michael’s Hospital research program in AMD remains closed – ensuring that her patients are safe and not exposed to unnecessary risk – while her Oshawa practice remains open for urgent and essential care. Like the rest of us, she is looking forward to returning to a new norm in the months ahead, and to seeing many of you again.SHOW NOTES:This week Steve and Diana chat with Canadian comedy legend Ron James! Ron regales us with stories from the road, explains why his love of touring Canada fills his heart more than chasing fame in America ever could, and the excellent career advice he got from none other than Billy Connolly. Ron introduces us to his friend… scientist, ophthalmologist and entrepreneur Dr. Shelley Boyd. Dr. Boyd is the founding director of Canada’s only dedicated ‘Dry’ Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) clinic at St. Michael’s Hospital. Dr. Boyd explains why Canadians are at the forefront of this field, how blindness has the highest effect on the healthcare system and why quitting smoking is good for your eyes.To learn more about Ron James, check out his website at <a href="http://www.ronjames.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.RonJames.ca</a> or follow him on Twitter <a href="http://ramblinronjames/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@TheRonJamesShow</a> or on Instagram <a href="http://ramblinronjames/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@ramblinronjames</a>. You can learn more about his new book, ‘All Over The Map - Rambles and Ruminations from the Canadian Road’ here: <a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/209922/all-over-the-map-by-ron-james/9780385671132" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/209922/all-over-the-map-by-ron-james/9780385671132</a>To learn more about Dr. Shelley Boyd, you can read about her work at St. Michael’s Hospital here: <a href="http://stmichaelshospitalresearch.ca/researchers/shelley-boyd/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://stmichaelshospitalresearch.ca/researchers/shelley-boyd/</a>For more information on issues related to vision loss, check out: <a href="https://cnib.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://cnib.ca</a> or <a href="https://www.fightingblindness.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.fightingblindness.ca/</a>HOST: Steve Patterson (Twitter: <a href="http://patterballs/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@patterballs</a>)PRODUCER &amp; CO-HOST: Diana Frances (Twitter<a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Vy0Ez0E6X9-a1zcx5pR1RDu4UPrxxwFleN5k4NgxlUo/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> @dianafrancesvan</a>)TECHNICAL PRODUCER: Donovan Deschner from Fracture A Femur Productions (<a href="https://t.co/7GzgXyzrWG?amp=1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.fractureafemur.com</a>)MUSIC BY: Imagine Sound Studios (<a href="http://www.imaginesoundstudios.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.imaginesoundstudios.com</a>) Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Ron James & Dr. Shelley Boyd

Shelley Boyd is a true creative entrepreneur, and an inspirational business figurehead. In a world of mass produced and often poor quality goods, Shelley has remained firmly committed to her passion for Australian manufacturing and the preservation of time honoured and revered craftsmanship.Currently the Founder and Managing Director of Boyd Blue, one of Australia’s leading interiors wholesaler and key international design resource, Shelley’s business has showrooms right across Australia. The head office is located on the Gold Coast where Shelley’s business began and her home and family are based.Shelley’s passion for eclectic beauty, expert service and quality craftsmanship has seen her business not only flourish but also expand during economically challenging times, when many of her competitors have sadly been forced to shut their doors.Since she can remember Shelley has always wanted to run her own business and has been passionate about interiors and design from a very young age, with a keen interest in textiles. She recalls saving her pennies to buy her first sewing machine at just eight years of age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shelley Boyd is a true creative entrepreneur, and an inspirational business figurehead. In a world of mass produced and often poor quality goods, Shelley has remained firmly committed to her passion for Australian manufacturing and the preservation of time honoured and revered craftsmanship.Currently the Founder and Managing Director of Boyd Blue, one of Australia’s leading interiors wholesaler and key international design resource, Shelley’s business has showrooms right across Australia. The head office is located on the Gold Coast where Shelley’s business began and her home and family are based.Shelley’s passion for eclectic beauty, expert service and quality craftsmanship has seen her business not only flourish but also expand during economically challenging times, when many of her competitors have sadly been forced to shut their doors.Since she can remember Shelley has always wanted to run her own business and has been passionate about interiors and design from a very young age, with a keen interest in textiles. She recalls saving her pennies to buy her first sewing machine at just eight years of age. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Shelley Boyd 

Building relationships with your suppliers is key as the support and expertise they can provide you with is invaluable. Understanding high-end artisan furniture allows you to educate clients on where it comes from, how it is made, and the benefits of buying hand crafted quality goods (verses the readily available alternatives).Australian interior design and BOD™ Member, Jodie Carter, takes over the podcast to interview one of her go to suppliers, Shelley Boyd of Boyd Blue, to gain a deeper understand of the global story behind the luxury furniture her clients love.In this episode, you will learn:- To buy once and buy well- The impact of cheap throwaway furniture on the environment- How to build relationships with your suppliers of bespoke furniture- To teach clients the benefits of slowing down and waiting for the right pieces of furniture- To invest where you have weaknesses- Measure results; know that what you are investing time and money in is working.- One of the best investments in your own business are the people- Suppliers are your partners, use their expertiseIt’s time to take control of your business.Become a member of Business of Design®, today:https://businessofdesign.com/?ref=2&amp;campaign=podcast

Building relationships with your suppliers is key as the support and expertise they can provide you with is invaluable. Understanding high-end artisan furniture allows you to educate clients on where it comes from, how it is made, and the benefits of buying hand crafted quality goods (verses the readily available alternatives). Australian interior design and BOD™ Member, Jodie Carter, takes over the podcast to interview one of her go to suppliers, Shelley Boyd of Boyd Blue, to gain a deeper understand of the global story behind the luxury furniture her clients love. In this episode, you will learn: - To buy once and buy well - The impact of cheap throwaway furniture on the environment - How to build relationships with your suppliers of bespoke furniture - To teach clients the benefits of slowing down and waiting for the right pieces of furniture - To invest where you have weaknesses - Measure results; know that what you are investing time and money in is working. - One of the best investments in your own business are the people - Suppliers are your partners, use their expertise It’s time to take control of your business. Become a member of Business of Design®, today: <a href="https://businessofdesign.com/?ref=2&amp;campaign=podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://businessofdesign.com/?ref=2&amp;campaign=podcast</a>

EP 229 | Buy Once, Buy Well with Shelley Boyd, Hosted by Jodie Carter