The Obie & Ax Show
The Obie & Ax Show
Obie and Ax Inc.
The Obie and Ax show brings a unique and authentic take to the podcast world. Topics include diversity, inclusion, addiction and mental health. They speak to high level executives, high ranking government officials and celebrities about these topics in a mission to make them less of a taboo. Both Obie (Andrew O’Brien) and Ax (Axel Villamil) bring two very different perspectives to the audience accompanied with larger than life personalities.
Overcoming Astronomical Challenges through Teamwork with Michele Perchonok
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 
Sep 1, 2021
44 min
Building Top-Tier Teams with the FBI’s Peter Sursi
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
Aug 26, 2021
32 min
Seeking Innovation through Crowdsourcing with Steve Rader
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
Aug 19, 2021
26 min
Operating Effectively in High-Pressure Situations with Ghassan Halazon
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
Sep 21, 2020
30 min
Breaking the Cycle of Abuse with Samra Zafar
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
Aug 31, 2020
35 min
Finding Connections with Francesco Scalzo
CEO and Co-Founder at Generis Group, Francesco Scalzo, tells all the nitty-gritty in his journey with entrepreneurship.
Aug 17, 2020
31 min
The Mental Health of Law Enforcement with the RCMP & Toronto Police
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!
Aug 3, 2020
39 min
Running Past The Finish Line With Bruny Surin
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
Jul 13, 2020
31 min
The Winning Mentality from the Olympian Jamie Anderson
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
May 25, 2020
41 min
Addicted To Performing with Neil Sanderson of Three Days Grace
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
May 9, 2020
51 min
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