In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Alan Calimbas for a real, wide-ranging conversation about what actually matters in life.

We talk about dogs and the power of rescuing animals, not just how it changes their lives, but how it changes yours. From there, the conversation naturally moves into mental health, therapy, and why doing the inner work is just as important as showing up physically.

We get into health and wellness, mindset, training, working out, and building discipline, but not in a “grind culture” way. This is about sustainability, self-awareness, and using fitness as a tool to support your mental and emotional health.Most importantly, we talk about service—why helping other people, giving back, and contributing to something bigger than yourself is where real fulfillment comes from.This episode is honest, thoughtful, and grounding. If you care about personal growth, mental health, dogs, or simply becoming a better human, this one’s for you.

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This one’s a little more personal.

In this episode, I sit down with my girlfriend, Courtney Rufh, for an honest conversation about real estate, growth, creativity, and mental health — both in business and in life.

We talk about how Courtney first got into real estate and the role her brother Matthew played in bringing her into the industry. We break down why December turned into one of her busiest months of the year, and what that says about momentum, consistency, and showing up when most people mentally check out.

We also dive into our recent move into a new home — the excitement, the stress, and the reality that even “good stress” can take a toll. Courtney shares her passion for interior design, how she approaches spaces differently, and why creating a home that feels right matters just as much as the numbers on paper.

To wrap it up, we get real about mental health — the importance of having a therapist, removing the stigma around asking for help, and why taking care of your mind is just as important as growing your career.

This episode is relaxed, honest, and full of real-life perspective — whether you’re in real estate, navigating a big life change, or just trying to keep your head on straight while building something meaningful.

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IN THIS EPISODE: Real Estate, Family, Small-Town Living, and the Realities of Climbing the Housing Ladder in BC

This week on The Blake Chancey Podcast, I sit down with Jared Thomas — the creator behind @movingtomerritt and one of the most trusted real estate voices in Merritt, BC. Jared is guest number eight on the show, and he brought the energy. He’s a colleague, a friend, and one of the hardest-working agents I know, earning a strong reputation across British Columbia through honesty, community focus, and content that highlights life in the Nicola Valley.

We dive into the opportunities and challenges of small-town real estate, why so many families are leaving Greater Vancouver for the Interior, and what it takes to build momentum in a shifting market. We also get personal — discussing family, lifestyle, social media, and how to level up your real estate career no matter where you’re starting from.

TOPICS WE COVER:
• Why Merritt, BC is becoming a relocation hotspot for Vancouver and Fraser Valley buyers
• The real process of climbing the housing ladder in British Columbia
• Interior BC real estate trends heading into 2025
• What makes the Nicola Valley lifestyle so appealing
• How Jared built the Moving to Merritt brand
• Family, parenting, and managing the balance between ambition and real life
• Social media strategies for REALTORS in small and large markets
• The mindset behind staying consistent in a challenging market

ABOUT JARED THOMAS:
Top-producing REALTOR in Merritt, BC
Creator of @movingtomerritt
Known for community-focused marketing and honest insights into Interior BC real estate
A leading resource for buyers relocating from Greater Vancouver to rural BC

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Real estate, entrepreneurship, health, and the people shaping British Columbia’s housing market.

Dr. Drew Jamieson joins Blake Chancey for a deep dive into proactive health, naturopathic medicine, and the evolving world of longevity in Vancouver and across British Columbia. From global travel shaping patient care to cutting-edge treatments like peptides, regenerative medicine, and advanced sports-rehab strategies, this episode breaks down what really drives long-term wellness.

Drew shares his personal journey from struggle to becoming one of Vancouver’s most trusted naturopathic doctors. They explore mindset, mental resilience, performance, community healing, and the future of health in Greater Vancouver.

If you’re interested in wellness, functional medicine, or high-performance living, this conversation is packed with actionable insights from one of BC’s top health experts.

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Real Estate | Health | Entrepreneurship | Vancouver BC

Barry Hartman sits down with Blake to discuss life as an entrepreneur. Barry Hartman is the co-founder and CEO of 505-Junk, a highly successful junk removal company that has scaled to approximately $30 million in revenue. He's a proven entrepreneur in the waste management and junk removal industry, demonstrating expertise in building and scaling service-based businesses in what many might consider an unglamorous sector.What makes Barry's story compelling is his ability to transform a traditionally fragmented, local service industry into a significant revenue-generating operation. Junk removal requires strong operational execution, customer service, logistics management, and the ability to build systems that scale - all of which he's clearly mastered building the basis off of a strong culture and good people surrounding you. You can see how that helping other people is really what Barry is most passionate about and that's likely the reason he'll always find success in any new venture he takes on. - Blake Chancey

🔥 In This Episode: How One of Canada’s Top Mortgage Brokers Is Disrupting the Entire Industry with his new company BROKI.

Jarrett White sits down with Blake to share his journey from being a top 5% Mortgage Broker in Canada to launching BROKI — a cutting-edge Deal Management + CRM platform designed specifically for Canadian mortgage brokers. If you work in real estate, lending, or financial services, this episode is a must-watch.

From navigating the Greater Vancouver + BC housing market to breaking down the inefficiencies in today’s mortgage process, Jarrett reveals exactly why BROKI is becoming the go-to system for high-performing brokers across Canada.

💡 ABOUT BROKI

Deal Management CRM for Canadian Mortgage BrokersStreamline your deal flow, automate document collection, and deliver transparent, world-class client experiences — all in one platform.Built by a top-tier mortgage broker for brokers who want to scale without sacrificing quality

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👤 ABOUT JARRETT WHITE

One of the top 5% Mortgage Brokers in Canada Whiteridge MortgageFounder of BROKITrusted expert in the Canadian lending + mortgage industryThe Blake Chancey PodcastEpisode #005 Jarrett White

🎙️ ABOUT THE PODCAST

The Blake Chancey Podcast highlights real estate, entrepreneurship, business strategy, mental health, and high-performance living across Tsawwassen, Ladner, South Delta, Greater Vancouver, and all of British Columbia.

Blake Chancey and Adam Graham cover everything in this one — fatherhood, finance, real estate, the evolution of Real Broker, and a raw, honest dive into men’s mental health.

This episode goes deeper than your typical business chat. Blake and Adam unpack the real highs and lows of entrepreneurship, the pressure that comes with leading in the real estate world, and the personal battles that don’t always make it to Instagram. From the gym to therapy, they share the tools and habits that keep them grounded, focused, and in the fight.

If you’re an entrepreneur, a real estate pro, a dad, or someone navigating the mental side of ambition — this conversation is going to hit home.

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Episode #004 – Adam Graham

Physiotherapist Jasub Jarquin sits down with Blake and talks about what's happening in the world of sport, physiotherapy, and how rewarding his work can be seeing people get back into their sport or day to day life pain free after rehab. Jasub - AKA "Juice" has been a physiotherapist with Sungod Physio for 15 years and currently serves as one of the head phyio's for the Vancouver Giants Hockey Team.Blake and Juice have been friends for over 25 years, first meeting in highschool and immediately creating a friendship playing on basketball and volleyball teams. Hope you enjoy!

Guest Conor Kelly  @thatagentkelly  discusses how he changed his life after the quote "stop doing the stupid sh!t you know you shouldn't do" Turning his frustrations from life in the trades into one of the top agents in all of BC in his first year of Business. We dive into how going to the gym benefits so much more than just your physical health, but your mental health & so much more. Grateful for the opporunity to sit down and discuss life with him. He's an incredible person, someone much younger than me but I really admire for the dedication he's putting into his craft as a REALTOR® - his curiosity for consuming knowledge from other people in the industry is second to none and I'm sure his career and life with continue to thrive because of it. Hope you enjoy!

Episode one is finally out!

Stoked to have my good friend for episode one:

Brandon Smith from New Vision Projects & The Open Concept Podcast.

We dive into entrepreneurship, health, fitness and mindset.

Excited to see what you all think.

- Blake