Always Blue with President Tim Rahilly

Always Blue with President Tim Rahilly, A Mount Royal University Alumni Relations Podcast, highlights the experiences, perspectives, and impact of Mount Royal alumni and surrounding community. Follow along with our President and Vice-Chancellor Tim Rahilly, as he sits down for open conversations with the Mount Royal community from every corner of the world—educators, pilots, nurses, artists, leaders, and more.Dive into the blue today!

Always Blue with President Tim Rahilly is a education podcast hosted by Mount Royal University Alumni Relations, with 8 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Mount Royal University Alumni Relations hosts Always Blue with President Tim Rahilly, a education show with 8 episodes published.

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  Episode #6

  From Parade Routes to Community Roots | Sarah Hayes on the Calgary Stampede

  May 20, 202629 minS1

  <p>In this episode of Always Blue, Mount Royal University President Tim Rahilly and Melanie Rogers, VP, Community Engagement sit down with Sarah Hayes, Executive Vice President of Foundation, Culture & Heritage at the Calgary Stampede and Executive Director of the Calgary Stampede Foundation.</p> <p>Sarah shares her journey from arriving in Calgary during Stampede week as a child to helping shape one of Canada's most iconic community institutions. Together, they explore the power of volunteerism, philanthropy, youth leadership, music, and community connection — from the Calgary Stampede's year-round impact to the visionary SAM Centre and the future of Calgary itself. Li...

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  Episode 4: Rethinking Mental Health at Work with Lindsay Calder Recknell

  Apr 16, 202630 minS1

  <p >In this episode of Always Blue, Tim and Scott Cruickshank chat with MRU alum and corporate wellness consultant Lindsay Calder Recknell about mental health at work and in everyday life.</p> <p >Lindsay shares her journey from accounting student to wellness expert, along with practical tips on managing stress, preventing burnout, and building more compassionate workplaces. They also dive into leadership, generational differences, and how to create environments where people actually feel safe to speak up.</p>

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  Episode #4

  Always Blue presents "Strength in Community" an International Women's Day Special

  Mar 13, 202629 minS1

  <p >In honour of International Women's Day, Always Blue presents "Strength in Community" the opening plenary from MRU's International Women's Day celebration.</p> <p >Recorded live on March 10, 2026, three members of the Mount Royal University community, Paula Worthington (Worthington PR & Story, MRU Sessional Faculty), Jasmine Palardy (The Good Future, MRU Alumna), and Sarah Nwaerondu (Calgary Wild FC, MRU Alumna), explore what it means to build meaningful community. From grassroots sports and neighborhood initiatives to global networks and creative collaborations, they share stories about trust, belonging, and the power of connection.</p> <p >Always Blue with President Rahilly returns next month...

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  Episode 3: Olympics, Paralympics and Changing Lives Through Sport with David Legg

  Feb 11, 202630 minS1

  <p>In this episode of Always Blue, Mount Royal University professor and Paralympic expert David Legg, shares how sport can be a powerful driver of inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. Drawing on his experience in the Olympic and Paralympic movements, Legg reflects on teaching, advocacy, and why inclusive sport matters on campus, in communities, and on the world stage.</p> <p>Host: President Tim Rahilly</p> <p>Co-Host: Scott Cruickshank</p> <p>Guest: David Legg, PhD, Professor, Mount Royal University</p> <p>Produced by: Mount Royal University Alumni Relations</p>

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  Episode 1: Permission from the Universe with Tala Abu Hayyaneh

  Jan 15, 202618 minS1

  <p>In the inaugural episode of Always Blue, Mount Royal University President Tim Rahilly and co-host Scott Cruickshank sit down with Tala Abu Hayyaneh, MRU alumna and President of the Student Association of Mount Royal University.</p> <p>Tala reflects on her journey as a newcomer to Canada, her path through Policy Studies, and how student leadership and volunteerism shaped her growth as an advocate and leader. She shares candid insights on the realities of leadership, mental resilience, and balancing critique with collaboration, while discussing her passion for education policy, refugee education, and making systemic change from within.</p> <p>...

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