In this episode, Dave shares the remarkable story of his life—beginning with a tough childhood in Winnipeg and time in the foster care system, to his family's move to British Columbia and then Ottawa. From a young age, Dave knew he wanted to serve his country. That calling led him to become a founding member of Joint Task Force 2, Canada’s elite special operations unit. Dave talks about his transition from the military world to working with—and eventually for—the United Nations, and how he continually ”grew his tool bag” to meet the challenges ahead. In a gripping and emotional account, Dave opens up about being captured by the Taliban and held hostage for 77 days. His story is one of resilience, adaptability, and a deep commitment to service.
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Music: The Light from Within by Howard Harper-Barnes
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Hey, it's Nic, cohost at Luma & Bloom! The Joy Smith Foundation transformed my life. From a "Luma Moment" revelation to advocating against human trafficking, I've found family among warriors. Outside, I dive into fashion, beauty, and cherish the chaos of being a wife and mom for a decade!
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I'm Kate, cohost of Luma & Bloom. From a sports enthusiast with a passion for psychology to finding purpose at The Joy Smith Foundation, I'm thrilled to share stories of courage and empowerment on our podcast journey!
The Joy Smith Foundation works to provide access to information so that every Canadian man, woman and child is educated and empowered to stay safe from manipulation, force, or abuse of power designed to lure and exploit them in the sex trade or forced labour.