Conversations with INSPIRED People

Every issue of INSPIRED 55+ Lifestyle Magazine is filled with stories about people who are living life to the fullest. Now you can meet these inspiring people in a podcast put together by broadcasters Michael Forbes and Lisa Marshall.

For almost 30 years, Michael Forbes and Lisa Marshall were simply known as “Forbes and Marshall”. Their careers included radio shows in three provinces, with the last stop in Victoria.

For 20 years this married couple were co-hosts of the popular morning show “Forbes and Marshall In The Morning” on Ocean 98.5 in Victoria.

They’ve done countless interviews and have used their talents MCing hundreds of community and charitable events. In 2014 they were nominated for “On Air Talent Of the Year” as part of the Canadian Music Broadcast Awards.

Their proudest achievement was the Ocean’s “Radio-Thon’ where their passion and leadership over 13 years helped raise almost 2 million dollars for the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation. Michael, a sixth generation Victorian is on the board of directors of Kaleidoscope Theatre. He and Lisa are both recipients of the Rotary Club’s Paul Harris Fellow Award for their tireless dedication in making a difference in the community they serve.

Their love of people, extensive connections and their commitment to continue working together, made a career in real estate a perfect fit. Their love of broadcasting and helping older adults navigate their way through the world of Real Estate, has led them to help create a podcast for INSPIRED 55+ Lifestyle Magazine!

A WELCOME FROM THE PUBLISHER OF INSPIRED 55+ LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

I am so excited to be partnering with Michael and Lisa on this podcast project. When I met them to talk about doing this collaboration I was struck by their genuine interest to be of service to the 55+ community. In whatever they do, caring and compassion is the underlying principle that motivates them. With their interviewing expertise and community connections, they are the perfect fit to be the voices of INSPIRED 55+ LIfestyle Magazine’s podcast.

— Barbara Risto

PODCAST 1 – DAVID SINCLAIR – VETERAN AND VOLUNTEER EXTRAORDINAIRE

When David Sinclair retired from a military career and launched into full-time volunteer work, his passion for affordable housing for seniors led him on a province-wide quest to improve the lives of thousands.
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To read the feature article about David Sinclair, CLICK HERE.

PODCAST 2 – DAVID MAYSHEFF – VIDEOGRAPHER / PRODUCER

David has spent most of his life filming for movies, documentaries, commercials and news. His passion for his work and the value he places upon his community and the people he encounters every day is the reason why people want to have David on their project.
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To read the feature article about David Malysheff, CLICK HERE.

PODCAST 3 – DARLENE TAIT – ACTOR

Darlene has a wealth of experience in travel and real estate development. Most recently, however, she has reinvented herself as an actor, with growing success. Her dedication to the craft earned her supporting role status as Grandma Gertie in one of Hallmark’s movies of the week, Fourth Down and Love.
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To read the feature article about Darlene Tait, CLICK HERE.