BRiTE Talks Podcast
The podcast that illuminates the path to financial success, mindful living, and lasting happiness hosted by Hanan Duchon and Shahin Safaei.
Episode 1 - Estate Planning and You - Securing your Legacy
In this episode, Portfolio Managers, Hanan Duchon and Shahin Safaei, sit down with Domenic Tagliola. As a Tax and Estate Planner, Domenic provides valuable insight on estate, trust and tax planning.
Episode 2 - Investing Through Insurance - A New Lens on Legacy Planning
In this episode, Hanan and Shahin sit down with Graeme Gordon, a seasoned Senior Estate Planning Advisor, TD Wealth Insurance Services. With 25 years of experience, Graeme discusses intriguing investment strategies, risk coverage, estate planning, and insurance.
Episode 3 - Passing the Torch - Insights into Business Succession Planning
Join hosts Hanan and Shahin in episode 3 as they dive into business succession planning with guest, Pierre Letourneau.
Episode 4 - Structured Notes – A Guide to Smarter Investing
Join us in episode 4 with Bill Dimitriou as we explore the benefits, types and risks of structured notes, uncovering insights that can enhance your financial strategies
Episode 5 - The Fragrant Lawyer - Blending Law, Life, and Mental Health Advocacy
Join us in episode 5 where we dive into the world of personal injury and disability law with Nainesh Kotak, a compassionate lawyer and mental health advocate. Gain insights into navigating legal challenges, breaking mental health stigma, and driving social change, all with a focus on empowering individuals in their journey towards justice and recovery.
Episode 6 - The Business of Dentistry – How and When to Sell Your Practice
In this BRiTE Talks episode, Sean Robertson shares insights on selling dental practices, emphasizing the need for early planning, clear post-sale goals, and collaboration with financial and legal professionals. He highlights how market conditions and emotional readiness play critical roles in maximizing value and ensuring a smooth transition.
Episode 7 - BRiTE Beginnings
In this episode, Hanan Duchon and Shahin Safaei reflect on their decade-long journey building BRiTE Wealth Management from the ground up, sharing personal stories, early challenges, and the evolution of their client-focused practice. Through candid conversation, they highlight the values, grit and mindset that shaped their approach to wealth management and lifelong client relationship.
Episode 8 - Women Breaking Barriers
In this inspiring episode of BRiTE Talks, Hanan Duchon and Shahin Safaei sit down with Lilly, a passionate advocate for women’s economic empowerment and financial literacy. Lilly shares her journey from Alberta to Toronto, her roots as a refugee, and how her experiences shaped her mission to empower women in finance. Together, they explore the importance of confidence, education, and emotional awareness in wealth management. The discussion highlights challenges women face in financial planning, the growing transfer of wealth to women, and how advisors can bridge the gap through empathy, communication, and genuine financial coaching.
Episode 9 - Superfoods, Sustainability and Success
This episode features Ally Malalider, president of Organic Traditions, a leading superfoods brand. Dive into the conversation with Hanan Duchon and Shahin Shahin as they explore more into health, welness and nutrition.
Episode 10 - Scam-Proof Your Finances: Navigating Fraud in the Digital Age
In this episode of BRiTE Talks, hosts Hanan Duchon and Shahin Safaei are joined by Niro Kandasamy for an eye-opening discussion on the growing threat of financial fraud and how to protect yourself in today’s digital world. From phishing scams and fake investment opportunities to romance fraud, identity theft, and emerging risks driven by artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency, the conversation unpacks the most common schemes impacting Canadians today. Listeners will gain practical insights on how fraudsters operate, the key warning signs to watch for, and actionable strategies to safeguard their finances, personal information, and businesses. Whether you’re navigating online transactions, social media, or simply looking to stay informed, this episode equips you with the awareness and tools needed to make smarter, more secure decisions.
Episode 11 - The Insurance Conversation Every Affluent Family Should Have
In this episode of BRiTE Talks, we're joined by Davide Fancelli from Private Client Advice, TD Insurance’s high-net-worth insurance division, to explore why affluent families often require a different approach to protecting what they've built. PCA specializes in creating customized insurance solutions for high-net-worth clients, with a focus on home and auto coverage tailored to complex lifestyles and unique risks.
From luxury homes and valuable assets to evolving liability risks and personalized claims service, Davide shares insights into what separates specialized insurance from the standard market and why the right coverage can be an important part of protecting your wealth.
If you've ever wondered:
Is my home truly insured for its replacement value?
Are all insurance policies really the same?
What additional risks come with greater wealth and success?
This conversation is one you won't want to miss.
Tune in to discover how customized insurance solutions can help protect the lifestyle you've worked so hard to build.

