Exploring the Transformative Power of Cold Plunges in Toronto at Othership Ice Bath In this episode of the Toronto Livings Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio dive into the benefits of cold plunges and sauna experiences at Othership, a wellness center in Toronto. They are joined by Sherryne (Sher) and Dan, who share insights on Othership's mission to support stress management, emotional regulation, and community building. The podcast covers the health benefits of cold plunges, such as reduced inflammation, improved immune response, and enhanced mood. The discussion also touches on personal journeys into cold immersion, the science behind the practice, and how Othership fosters a unique environment for mental and physical wellness. The conversation culminates in a live cold plunge experience, guiding listeners through the process and highlighting the rejuvenating effects. Additionally, the episode addresses the importance of disconnecting from technology and fostering genuine connections, positioning Othership as not just a wellness space but a crucial counterbalance to Toronto's hustle culture. (00:00) Intro (00:30) Diving into the Cold: The Othership Experience (01:29) The Health Benefits of Ice Baths and Combatting Stress (04:32) Personal Journeys into the World of Cold Plunges (09:33) The Social Aspect: Building Community and Connections (19:24) Breathwork: A Key Component of the Othership Experience (24:50) Empowerment and Comfort: The Core of Our Approach (25:29) Real Estate and Disconnection: A Personal Insight (26:27) Exploring Membership Options and Class Variety (26:59) The Transformative Power of Ice Baths (28:21) Choosing the Right Class: Guidance for Newcomers (30:39) The Unique Experience of Senses Class (31:31) Sauna Hats: A Surprising Benefit (32:45) Post-Plunge Hunger: A Natural Reaction (34:25) Late-Night Food Recommendations in Toronto (35:37) The Ice Bath Experience: A Step-by-Step Guide (41:33) Reflecting on the Experience and Closing Thoughts Othership Ice Bath- https://www.othership.us/ Where You Can Find Us 🏡 For all your Toronto Real Estate Needs: TorontoLivings.com/ 🖥️ Instagram Mark Savel: https://www.instagram.com/torontolivings/ Joey Virgilio: https://www.instagram.com/joey_torontolivings/ 🎙 Weekly Podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/toronto-real-estate

In episode 52 of the Toronto Livings podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio delve into the critical real estate question of whether to buy a new home first or sell your current one first. They provide listeners with detailed considerations, including financial implications, market conditions, and personal scenarios, to help navigate this complex decision-making process. The episode also shares personal insights into Toronto's real estate market, food highlights, including discussions about Belly Busters and The Flying Squirrel coffee shop on Queen East. As well as some good old-fashioned Facebook fraud to watch out for! (00:00) Welcome to Episode 52: The Real Estate Dilemma (01:33) Diving Into Real Estate: To Buy or Sell First? (02:03) Exploring Toronto: From Home Shows to Sub Shops (07:10) Coffee Adventures and Closing Chapters (11:59) Navigating Toronto's Real Estate and Community Updates (18:14) The Cutie on Caledonia: A Real Estate Success Story (20:54) Navigating Rental Scams: A Cautionary Tale (21:32) Spotting the Red Flags in Rental Listings (21:55) The Dangers of Off-Market Property Deals (24:04) Real Estate Insights: New Listings and Market Trends (27:00) The Meat and Potatoes: Buy First or Sell First in Real Estate (32:32) Strategies for a Successful Real Estate Transaction (44:25) Supporting Community Causes: Second Harvest Truck Pull Shoutouts Belly Busters - https://bellybuster-submarines.com/ Pascale Gourmet - https://www.pascalegourmet.com/ Flying Squirrel - https://fsmotorcycle.com/ Lux Livings Design Show - https://livingluxedesignshow.ca/

In episode 51 of the Toronto Livings Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio delve into the heated topic of Canada's new federal budget, specifically focusing on the controversial changes to capital gains tax and the introduction of a vacant home tax in Toronto. They discuss the public's frustration over these changes and their potential impact on homeowners, investors, and the real estate market. Additionally, the episode covers updates to the Home Buyers' Plan, allowing higher withdrawals from RRSPs for first-time homebuyers. The hosts share personal experiences and opinions on how these changes could affect the rental stock and motivate property owners. The episode also includes lighter segments such as food recommendations in Toronto and reflections on reaching their 51st episode, plus a missed opportunity to discuss aliens in connection with Area 51. (00:00) Celebrating Episode 51: A New Milestone (00:35) Foodie Adventures: From Pastiche to Otto's Berlin Donar (00:44) Diving into Toronto's Real Estate and Culture (08:34) Reflecting on Episode 50 and Addressing Mistakes (16:41) The Vacant Home Tax Drama: Toronto's Real Estate Woes (19:26) Debating the Vacancy Tax and Government Inefficiency (19:53) The Flaws in Public Awareness and Program Implementation (23:15) Shifting Focus: The Federal Budget and Its Impact (23:57) Exploring the RRSP Homebuyers Plan Changes (28:12) Amortization Adjustments and Their Real Impact (29:27) Capital Gains Tax: A Controversial Proposal (32:27) The Potential Consequences of Capital Gains Tax Changes (38:25 Voices from the Community: Reactions to the Proposed Tax Changes (43:49) Concluding Thoughts and Shoutouts Show Notes Ottos Berlin Donar 256 August Ave. https://ottosdoner.com/ Pastiche 59 Ossington Ave https://www.pastichenoshery.com/ The Real Agent Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-real-agent/id1688047398 Where You Can Find Us 🏡 For all your Toronto Real Estate Needs: TorontoLivings.com/ 🖥️ Instagram Mark Savel: https://www.instagram.com/torontolivings/ Joey Virgilio: https://www.instagram.com/joey_torontolivings/ 🎙 Weekly Podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/toronto-real-estate