This Masquerade (Leon Russell) – Jazz Vocals and Piano Practice – Geoff and John Peters

I’m happy to share our first time practicing the song This Masquerade by Leon Russell. We think this song is a great one to learn and we are happy to share our continued progress on it over the coming weeks/months.

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So far, the piano is doubling the vocals to aid the vocalist in learning the melody. The bass line in the left hand is a simple bossa nova rhythm.

Vocals – Geoff Peters
Piano – John Peters

Recorded at the end of a 1.5 hour practice session (the first time I have ever sung this song). Recorded in the afternoon on February 28th 2025 on a vacation day from work :)

Technical notes:
Recorded in Vancouver BC Canada using a Zoom H1n, and gently processed/mastered in Audacity. Plugins used include High Pass Filter, W1 Limiter, and MCompressor.

Image courtesy Le Chat (Mistral AI) and titles added using Canva.

Uncompressed WAV audio was uploaded to Youtube in a MOV container, so the only lossy compression was just the one stage on Youtube’s side (thus giving the cleanest, most accurate sound that is currently possible on the Youtube medium).

Piano: A beautiful Petrof Upright Acoustic piano, imported from Switzerland, that was tuned within the last 6 months by Torn Piano www.tornpiano.com/

Best regards,
Geoff
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Reflecting on my journey to find my voice – Toastmasters Table Topics

Fellow Toastmasters and most welcome guests,

Geoff from geoffmobile.com here.

The topic I’m going to speak about today is: How do I think about my voice today compared to how it was in the past, and how has Toastmasters helped me with that? I think this is something I’ve noticed a lot of change in—my own voice and growth—since I started Toastmasters.

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At my first-ever Toastmasters meeting, I realized I didn’t have a very clear communication style. I thought I was making myself clear, but I have recordings of myself speaking from back then, and I spoke much too fast. My words were not formed in a way that was clear. I kind of mumbled, and people always asked me to repeat myself whenever I spoke to them.

By coming to Toastmasters, I learned a lot from other Toastmasters on how they speak. I found that when I heard other experienced members speaking, I started imitating the way they spoke and adopting some of their positive qualities into my own speaking. Some of those people I would see on a weekly basis—every week at Toastmasters—and I started to get to know them at a level I never really did before. By hearing people talk about their thoughts, dreams, and feelings, you really get to know someone. That was an amazing feeling: getting to know people, as well as all of us supporting each other to improve our communication styles and abilities.

Nowadays, I rarely have anyone asking me to repeat myself. I think that’s one way I’ve noticed my voice is way more clear. Usually, I’m able to speak up a bit more in meetings, and when someone asks me if I have anything to contribute, I usually have something to say.

So, thanks, Kumar, for the question!

Thanks,
Geoff
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Where to buy unwaxed dental floss in Canada? try Frontier Dental

Hi there! Welcome back to geoffmobile.com – I’m Geoff Peters from Vancouver, Canada. I want to talk a bit about dental floss, in particular, unwaxed versus waxed dental floss.

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If you go to any pharmacy or grocery store, you’ll commonly find floss in the toothbrushes section for flossing your teeth, which is waxed. They actually put a coating of wax on the strands of floss, and pretty much every floss you find in a pharmacy or grocery store in Canada — in Vancouver, where I live — is all waxed.

But one time, I was at a dentist who I really respect, and they told me it’s actually better to use unwaxed floss if you really want to clean your teeth well. I think what happens is that wax can kind of get gummy, and it doesn’t fully clean the teeth. If you use unwaxed floss and gently rub it against the side of each tooth (on each side), it actually does a better job of cleaning. Fortunately, I’ve been using unwaxed floss for years now, and my teeth are in really good shape. My dentist is very happy, and my hygienist is also very happy with my teeth.

Previously, I used to buy unwaxed floss from Amazon. There was a brand called GUM (yes, G-U-M) that came in an unwaxed style, and it was quite affordable. But most recently, Amazon has stopped carrying this GUM unwaxed floss — they only carry the waxed version and other kinds now.

So, I went on a bit of a search to try to find unwaxed floss in Canada and came across an amazing website called Frontier Dental. Frontier Dental is a business that sells dental supplies to dental offices, but they do allow consumers to register an account. You have to tell them the name of your dental office—I just said it’s “Geoff Peters” (so I have a “Geoff Peters Dental Office,” apparently). They were amazing! They offer free shipping, and I was able to find on their website a variety of unwaxed dental floss.

I’ve tried it for the last few weeks, and it’s very good—and also very affordable. I was able to buy about six large containers of unwaxed dental floss for around $25, with free shipping anywhere in Canada. I highly recommend Frontier Dental. I don’t really need to buy anything else from their site — they sell all sorts of dental supplies (which I have no idea what they’re for) — but their unwaxed floss is excellent.

Just make sure you choose the quantity carefully. You don’t want to buy a whole case — just select five individual containers. They’ll sell you bulk if you want, but for personal use, individual packs are perfect.

I’ll put a link to Frontier Dental in the description below. Definitely tell your friends who want a good floss for their teeth — try the unwaxed floss from Frontier Dental!

Link to Frontier Dental Unwaxed Floss in Canada:
frontierdental.com/ca/en/product/dental-floss-unwaxed-refill-200-yds-1-pk-33737

Have a great day, hope your teeth are well, that you are well, and that you have a wonderful day. Don’t forget to like and subscribe to the video. Have a great one, and I’ll talk to you soon. Bye-bye for now! 👋

Best regards,
Geoff
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Telus mobility charges 50 cents a minute for call forwarding!

Telus Mobility’s Call Forwarding Charges: What You Need to Know

Hi everyone, it’s Geoff from geoffmobile.com !

Today, I’m sharing a quick tip and discussion about Telus Mobility, a Canadian telecom provider offering mobile, internet, and other services.

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Here’s something important I discovered: Telus charges 50 cents per minute for call forwarding. If you forward your number to another line and someone spends, say, two minutes on a call, you’ll see a $1 charge on your bill.

This surprised me, as other Canadian providers like Rogers don’t charge anything for call forwarding.

When I switched from Rogers to Telus, I forwarded my number temporarily to my U.S. number. After a few days, I noticed unexpected charges labeled vaguely as “air time” on my bill—no clear mention of call forwarding. It took some digging to realize those 50-cent-per-minute fees were from forwarded calls.

Heads up: Telus does offer a $4/month add-on plan for 1,000 call forwarding minutes. However, this isn’t advertised on their website—you’ll need to call and request it.

In short, if you’re a Telus customer using call forwarding, double-check your bill for these fees or consider opting for their (hidden) plan to avoid surprises.

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Have a great day—bye!

Finding Your Voice – a short podcast by Geoff Peters

In this episode of Finding Your Voice, Geoff Peters shares his thoughts on finding your authentic voice in both singing and public speaking.

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Recorded at Best Run Speech Club in Vancouver BC Canada, Jan 23 2025.

Credit: Thumbnail image courtesy of Mistral AI.

Thanks for watching!
Cheers,
Geoff
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How Can Finding Your Voice Contribute to Personal Growth and Development?

Hi everyone, my name is Geoff, and today I’m going to share how finding your voice contributes to personal growth and development.

I’d like to relate this topic to the musical side of things, as I’ve always been passionate about music. Over the last 10 years, I’ve focused on developing my voice as a singer, and I believe this journey parallels the process of finding your voice in public speaking or self-expression.

Many singers aspire to sound like the artists they hear on the radio—polished, professional, and aligned with popular trends. This desire isn’t inherently bad; mimicking established stars can be a useful way to measure progress. For instance, asking, “How close am I to sounding like Justin Bieber compared to when I first started?” can highlight growth. However, chasing this “radio-ready” sound isn’t the only path.

There’s another approach: embracing the styles and influences that resonate with you. Maybe you’re drawn to jazz, indie artists, or lesser-known singers whose authenticity captivates you. By exploring these eclectic tastes, you can cultivate a voice that feels true to yourself, even if it diverges from mainstream expectations.

The key is to recognize that your voice—whether in singing, speaking, or creative expression—doesn’t need to fit a mold to be valuable. Authenticity fosters confidence, and confidence drives personal growth. When you honor your unique perspective, you contribute something meaningful to culture, conversation, and community.

In short, finding your voice isn’t about perfection or imitation. It’s about self-discovery, embracing your quirks, and trusting that your contribution matters.