David Schellenberg

Community  Builder and Media personality  

David Schellenberg is the former co-host of the Morning Startup on LiVE 88.5 FM in Ottawa.  He was known for the daily segment TECHBiTES that provided a regular update into the endlessly busy world of technology including new products, security problems and reviews of new gadgets.  The show also features regular segments such as ‘The Good The Bad & The Ugly’.


Currently involved in several podcasts as a host, producer and editor.  ‘Paul’s Picks’ provides commentary on great bottles of wine with suggestions on food pairings.  A beer podcast called ‘Hoppy History that looks at key moments in world history while drinking pints.  Plus the ‘Blue Vote Cafe’ which is a political podcast connecting individuals that are citizens of the United States but are living abroad.


Previous jobs include working on Parliament Hill, selling radio advertising, the webmaster for a Crown Corporation, camera operator and a bartender.


Very engaged in the local community.  A board member for Operation Come Home and frequent volunteer for a large variety of events such as the Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival, Drag n Balls, and Special Olympics.