Best Building Costs Vancouver Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 1 The Real Cost of Building a Home In Vancouver 33:10

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What does it really cost to build a home in Vancouver today? Realtor Scott Dempster sits down with general contractor Brian Rantz to break down the true price of construction — from rising material and labor costs to new city regulations, soft costs, and the hidden expenses most homeowners overlook. A candid, practical conversation about what it ta…

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Dubai Airshow Special: Can the Middle East’s aviation boom and sustainability ambitions coexist? 19:49

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In this special compilation episode, recorded live at the Dubai Airshow 2025, five aviation industry leaders share their perspectives on whether the Middle East can balance rapid aviation growth with sustainability goals. Featuring insights from: Paul Griffiths, CEO, Dubai Airports Julien Manhès, Head of SAF and CDR, Airbus Yousif Bin Saeed Al Loot…

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The 20/20 Podcast UNSCRIPTED: Authentic Optometry Conversations - Dr. Claudine Courey 32:33

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In this episode of The 20/20 Podcast, Dr. Harbir Sian reconnects with returning guest and dry-eye expert Dr. Claudine Courey, recorded live at the OSI Summit at White Oaks Resort in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The conversation is completely unscripted — a candid mix of clinical pearls, entrepreneurial insight, and authentic reflections on optometry, busin…

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Ep. 3 Owl Group Insights and Stories: What It’s Really Like Being a Real Estate Agent 31:33

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What does it really take to build a sustainable career in real estate today? Scott sits down with his business partner and friend, Colin Cuthbert, to unpack how he went from hospitality and luxury auto sales to launching his real estate career just days before COVID hit. Colin shares the lessons he carried over from past jobs, the realities of buil…

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How Microsoft built the corporate playbook for scope 3 decarbonisation 40:49

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In this episode, we speak with Julia Fidler, former Director of Market Development for Energy, Connectivity, and Sustainability at Microsoft, who shares how the company built partnerships that are reshaping corporate approaches to scope 3 emissions. Fidler discusses: How Microsoft’s early carbon fee on scope 1, 2, and 3.6 emissions created the foun…

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How Does GEN Z See Contact Lens Wear and Eye Care? - Contact Lens Institute Visionaries Panel at Vision Expo West 29:08

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During Summer 2025, the Contact Lens Institute (CLI) conducted an extensive survey among Canadian and U.S. residents that indicated substantial opportunity for increased contact lens adoption by Gen Z, as well as identifying purchase drivers that the eye care community can employ to encourage use. The data showed an eight percent difference in Gen …

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Independent Together: What Does IDOC's Rebrand Mean for ODs? - Dave Brown, CEO and President of IDOC 35:50

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IDOC, the largest independently owned alliance of independent optometrists in the United States. In this episode, I chat with Dave Brown who is the CEO & President of IDOC. Since joining IDOC in 2014 and becoming CEO shortly thereafter, Dave has led IDOC through transformative growth–expanding its offerings, deepening member value, and advancing th…

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Ep. 2 The Power of Interior Design 45:39

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What does it take to turn a house into a home? In this episode of The Real Estate of Things, host Scott Dempster talks with interior designer Erica Winterfield about the art and practicality of great design — from balancing budgets and collaborating with contractors to creating spaces that reflect real personality and purpose. Together, they explor…

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How the oneworld BEV Fund is accelerating next generation SAF technologies 46:11

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In this episode, we speak with Matthew Ridley, Director of Sustainability and Innovation at the oneworld Alliance, who shares the story behind the groundbreaking $150 million Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) fund launched in partnership with the alliance’s member airlines and Breakthrough Energy Ventures (BEV). Ridley discusses: The alliance investm…

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The Real Estate of Things: Trailer 1:31

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The go-to listen for anyone passionate about buying, building, or investing in Vancouver’s housing market. Whether you’re a first-time buyer trying to decode what a teardown is really worth, planning your first laneway build, or chasing an investment property in a city where prices never sit still, this podcast unpacks the real costs, curveballs, a…

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From problem to solution: How sargassum seaweed could power sustainable aviation 40:20

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In this episode, we speak with Dr. Mar Fernández-Méndez, founder of MacroCarbon and professor at the University of Bremen, about her journey from Arctic ice researcher to seaweed entrepreneur. Dr. Fernández shares how she's turning pelagic sargassum into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) while creating a carbon-negative process that enhances marine b…

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Cost, Fees, and Metrics: The SECRET to Building a Successful Myopia Practice - Dr. Jennifer Lyerly 1:02:28

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When we think of implementing a specialty in our clinics, we often think of equipment we need to purchase, whether we have the patient base, and perhaps what type of training is needed. What often gets overlooked is the cost of seeing the patients who fall into the particular specialty. In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Lyerly shares some of the key me…

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How Vancouver International Airport is racing to net zero by 2030 53:25

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In this episode, we speak with Tamara Vrooman, CEO of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), who shares how the airport has committed to achieving net zero by 2030, and the detailed roadmap they’ve developed to get there. Vrooman discusses: YVR’s accelerated net zero timeline: How they moved from a 2040 target to 2030 by creating a detailed, measur…

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From Ophthalmologist To Optometrist To AI Founder, The Necessity Of Evolution - Dr. Henry Reis 43:11

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You know those people who seem to master every chapter of their career evolution — effortlessly moving from launching a tech startup to leading a multi-location optometry empire? Dr. Henry Reis is one of them. But don’t be fooled by the accolades — his path was anything but effortless. In this deep-dive interview, we pull back the curtain on Dr. Re…

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How To Elevate Every Step Of The Patient Journey (Even The One You Haven't Thought About) - Dr. Wes McCann 35:06

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Elevating the patient journey is about more than just good care — it’s about crafting a seamless experience from the first online search to post-visit follow-up. Dr. Wes McCann, owner of Doctors Vision Group, shares practical strategies for optimizing every touchpoint in an optometry practice, from streamlining intake and cross-training staff to re…

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How Syzygy Plasmonics is turning biogas into cost-competitive sustainable aviation fuel 54:59

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In this episode, we speak with Trevor Best, Co-founder and CEO of Syzygy Plasmonics, who shares how his company’s proprietary photocatalytic technology converts waste biogas into sustainable aviation fuel, and has the potential to reach fossil jet fuel parity. Best discusses: NovaSAF’s unique value proposition: converting biogas from landfills, dai…

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Live Discussion: How To Find Your Way Into Specialty Eyecare - Dr. Ying Zhao and Dr. Janice Luk 35:51

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Specialty eyecare is one of the fastest-growing opportunities in optometry — and two trailblazers are showing how to make it your own. In this live interview, Dr. Ying Zhao shares how she turned a personal passion for myopia management into a thriving specialty practice, while Dr. Janice Luk reveals how she built expertise in dry eye and beauty-rel…

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How two young women are revolutionising direct air capture with supercapacitor technology 49:44

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In this episode, we speak with Silvia Pugliese and Monica Larrazabal, co-founders of Norma and the only all-female founding team among the c.150 direct air capture startups operating today. They share how their breakthrough supercapacitor approach could drastically slash the energy requirements of carbon capture. Pugliese and Larrazabal discuss: Ho…

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Live Discussion: The Path To Business Ownership - Dr. Michelle Mann And Dr. Sara Kirby 37:16

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Business ownership in optometry can feel like a leap of faith—but it’s also one of the most rewarding paths a new graduate can take. In this live event, Dr. Michelle Mann and Dr. Sara Kirby share their contrasting journeys—one building a cold-start practice from the ground up, the other buying into an established clinic—and reveal the real-world le…

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How OMV is pioneering Europe's sustainable aviation fuel transition 39:22

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In this episode, we speak with Nina Marczell, Senior Vice President of Industrial Sales & Marketing for Fuels & Feedstock at OMV, who shares how the integrated energy company is leading sustainable aviation fuel development from early production to commercial scale across Europe. Marczell discusses: OMV's early-mover advantage, launching SAF produc…

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Scope Optimization = Protecting the Patient and the Public - Dr. Mark Eltis, President of the Ontario College of Optometrists 11:20

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In the latest episode in the Scope Optimization series on The 20/20 Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Mark Eltis who is the President of the College of Optometrists of Ontario, a Director of the ABO, and well-renowned speaker/educator in the industry. In the episode, Dr. Mark Eltis touches on variety of topics related scope moderniza…

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How ZeroAvia is leading aviation’s transition to hydrogen-electric propulsion 59:06

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In this episode, we speak with Val Miftakhov, CEO and founder of ZeroAvia, who shares how the clean propulsion systems company is championing hydrogen-electric engines that could transform commercial aviation. Miftakhov discusses: ZeroAvia’s vertical integration strategy for developing in-house fuel cells, power electronics, and motors. The company…

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Creating New Pathways in the Brain for Concussion Patients Using Prism and Tinted Lenses - Dr. Vi Tu Banh 1:10:10

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From escaping Vietnam as a child to changing patients lives in his clinic, Dr. Vi Tu Banh has had some of the most unique life and work experiences you could imagine. In this episode, Dr. Banh shares the stories of how his family was rescued from a deserted island in the Pacific by a few generous citizens in Canada and how that has shaped his missi…

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Putting In Your '10,000 HOURS' To Become An Expert - Dr. Julian Prosia 37:50

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To fully master your craft, you have to put the work in – and there is no such thing as overnight success. Harbir Sian chats with Dr. Julian Prosia, dry eye specialist and CEO/co-founder of Ophthalogix Canada, who emphasizes the need to spend “10,000 hours” to truly become a trusted expert in the medical field. He stresses the importance of continu…

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Why Loganair believes regional airlines will lead aviation's sustainable future 51:13

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In this episode, we speak with Luke Farajallah, CEO of Loganair, UK's largest regional airline that operates the world's shortest commercial flight and the only airline globally that lands commercially on a beach. Farajallah discusses: Loganair's unique "fishing in a big pond" approach to sustainable aviation, investing simultaneously in SAF, hybri…

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Understanding the Canadian Association of Optometrists - Dr. Martin Spiro and Dr. Allison Scott 18:04

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During the recent Canadian Association of Optometrists Congress in Halifax, I had the opportunity to speak with outgoing President Dr. Martin Spiro and incoming President Dr. Allison Scott about how the CAO supports its members across the country. From organizing meetings such as the Optometric Leaders Forum, to leading the charge to develop a nati…

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Patching is BAD, Pencil Pushups Are GOOD (And Other Things You Don't Want to Believe) - Dr. Bryce Appelbaum 1:05:04

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the human brain. Dr. Bryce Appelbaum, founder and CEO of VisionFirst, explains how focusing on the eye-brain connection can lead to innovative vision and eyesight treatments and improvements. Joining Harbir Sian, he explains which vision therapies and training programs offer positive results – and which ones are actually doing more harm than good t…

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How Electra aims to bring sustainable air travel to communities everywhere 40:06

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In this episode, we speak with Marc Allen, CEO of Electra.aero, who shares how the hybrid-electric aircraft company is using its patented blown-lift technology to make regional air travel more accessible. Electra is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can learn more about the book and o…

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From Owner to CEO: How to Run Your Practice Like a Boss - Dr. Kiran Ramesh 21:37

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How would you like to build your practice and develop a culture to a place that the growth of the business perpetuates even if you are not seeing patients yourself? Sounds too good to be true? Dr. Kiran Ramesh is a multi-practice owner, renowned speaker, business coach, and more. In this episode, Dr. Ramesh shares how she built her first practice t…

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Changing the Perception of Optometry in the Eyes of the Public: Scope Optimization - Dr. Shiv Sharma 9:57

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As optometrist's we are providing advanced care and performing procedure far beyond simply vision correction on a daily basis. From disease detection and management, to treating various conditions, to digging foreign bodies out of eyes... we know that more than someone who asks "which is better, 1 or 2?" However, since we are doing these things on …

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Why Twelve believes power-to-liquids will revolutionise sustainable aviation fuel production 33:42

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In this episode, we speak with Etosha Cave, Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer of Twelve, who shares how the carbon transformation company harnesses carbon dioxide from industrial waste streams to produce efuels. Twelve is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can learn more about the b…

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Solving Old Problems With New Technology: Improving Patients' Lives By Correcting Higher Order Aberrations - Dr. Petar Prpic 36:24

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In the previous episode, we spoke with Dr. Petar Prpic about how he built his specialty lens clinic (Prpic Eyecare). In that discussion, Dr. Prpic touched on some of the challenges he faced in his journey to developing his expertise in the realm of specialty contact lenses. In the second part of this discussion, we dive deeper into one of the most …

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From Kumbaya to "Death by Scleral Lenses": The Journey to Building a Specialty Practice - Dr. Petar Prpic 37:17

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Whether you specialize in dry eyes, myopia management, or specialty contact lenses, the journey can be quite similar. From the magical moments when you help a struggling patient to those seemingly-endless visits when the treatment doesn't seem to be working... every clinician who leans into some type of specialty care has experienced the highs and …

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Why IAG believes sustainable aviation requires both collaboration and competition 50:25

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In this episode, we speak with Aaron Robinson, Vice President of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at the International Airlines Group (IAG), which has become the top airline globally for SAF use. IAG is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can learn more about the book and order a copy he…

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"The Public Will Demand More From Us" "We Need to be Prepared with More Innovation, Scope, and Education" - Dr. Mahnia Madan, Chair of the BCDO Government and Professional Affairs Committee 8:37

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Dr. Madan is the immediate Past President for BC Doctors of Optometry and the Chair of the Government and Professional Affairs Committee. She completed a residency in ocular disease at the Eye Center of Texas in Houston and is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. In addition to all of this, Dr. Madan currently practices in an MD/OD settin…

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Running a 7-Doctor Practice: "You're Only As Good As Your Team", "Constantly Differentiate Yourself" - Dr. Pavan Avinashi 32:00

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How comfortable are you recommending high end products to your patients? Whether its contact lenses, boutique frames, or ophthalmic lenses, recommending the best-in-class to patients has long been a challenge for many ECPs. But why? And, more importantly, how can we overcome this hurdle? In this episode, I chat with Dr. Pavan Avinashi who is the ow…

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How the GBTA aims to align corporate travel demand with aviation sustainability goals 46:52

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In this episode, we speak with Suzanne Neufang, CEO of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), who shares how the world’s leading business travel association is transforming corporate travel to accelerate aviation decarbonisation through industry collaboration. Neufang discusses: How sustainability priorities amongst travel managers more tha…

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"Ultimately Patients Suffer" "Delay in Care, Healthcare Redundancy, Reduced Access to Care" Without Scope Advancement - Dr. Cedrick Mah 11:21

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Dr. Cedrick Mah graduated from Waterloo in 2022. He then completed his residency in Oklahoma. Cedrick is a Fellow of the American Association of Optometry, a Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry, and newly crowned Young Optometrist of the Year by the BC Doctors of Optometry. In this episode, we discuss Dr. Mah's experiences practicing to th…

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Offering Patients The FIRST And ONLY Lens Of Its Kind - Dr. Nathalie Trottier And Dr. Evelyn Lo 21:40

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It is not often that we have the opportunity to witness the launch of a whole new class of soft contact lens. But today, we have the unique opportunity to explore CooperVision’s MyDay Energys®. Joining Harbir Sian to talk about the first and only daily disposable lens in the industry to offer DigitalBoost™ technology are Dr. Nathalie Trottier and D…

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How Heart Aerospace is rewriting the rules of new aircraft development 39:56

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In this episode, we speak with Anders Forslund, Co-founder and CEO of Heart Aerospace, who shares the radical transformation his electric aircraft company has undergone in the past year — relocating from Sweden to Los Angeles and fundamentally changing how aerospace companies operate in the 21st century. Forslund discusses: Why Heart moved its oper…

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The Power of Red Light: Macular Health, Fighter Pilots, and More - Dr. Graham Merry, Founder of ARUNALIGHT 51:10

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Red Light Therapy is gaining a lot of momentum in recent years. It has been used for mood, hair growth, and many other health benefits. But how does photobiomodulation (PBM) help our eyes? In this episode, Dr. Graham Merry, MD discuss the history of PBM and the exciting future for this technology in eyecare. Dr. Merry is one of the pioneers of PBM …

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PRK, LASIK, and SMILE: Refractive Surgeons Reveal Which is Best for Your Patient - Dr. Darrell Lewis and Dr. Michael Boyd 30:17

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Which type of refractive surgery procedure is the best option for your patients? Is it PRK? LASIK? What about SMILE? What are the differences between these? In this episode of The 20/20 Podcast, we have the opportunity to chat with two pre-eminent corneal surgeons to discuss the latest updates in refractive surgery. Dr. Michael Boyd is the owner of…

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Why JetZero believes blended wing body aircraft are essential for net-zero aviation 52:24

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In this episode, we speak with Tom O'Leary, CEO and co-founder of JetZero, which is developing the world's first commercial blended wing body (BWB) aircraft that promises to revolutionise aviation efficiency and passenger experience. JetZero is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can le…

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How Edmonton International Airport is becoming a “sustainability engine” for Canada 48:20

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In this episode, we speak with Marion N Chivot-Legris, Director of ESG & Sustainability Strategy at Edmonton International Airport (YEG), who shares how the Canadian airport is leveraging its unique position to drive sustainability innovation across the region. Chivot-Legris discusses: YEG’s transformation into a “sustainability engine” for the ent…

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Marketing Expert: Google Algorithm Changes, Optimizing Your Website for SEO, Training Your Staff for Success - Tyler Kemp, Marketing 4ECPs 56:52

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Have you noticed the recent changes in Google's search? Have you seen the AI tool that shows up when you search? It's handy for the person doing the search. But how does it affect your business? In this episode, I chat with Tyler Kemp, who is a marketing expert and account manager specializing in marketing for the eyecare industry. Tyler is known f…

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Charting the next phase of sustainable aviation: Sustainability in the Air, Vol. II 50:23

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In this special episode, SimpliFlying’s CEO Shashank Nigam and Head of Sustainability Dirk Singer sit down with senior leaders from three companies featured in their upcoming book, Sustainability in the Air, Vol. II. Joining the conversation are Jonathon Counsell (Group Head of Sustainability, IAG), Diana Birkett Rakow (SVP of Public Affairs and Su…

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How KLM is working towards a zero-emission future in aviation 40:18

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In this episode, we speak with Jolanda Stevens, Program Manager for Zero Emission Aviation at KLM, who shares how the airline is preparing for a more sustainable future of aviation through innovative technologies and strategic investment in emerging solutions. Stevens discusses: KLM’s unique approach to innovation with a dedicated team focused on t…

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Optometry Student Perspective on Board Exams, Scope Expansion, and Studying in the US - Nyah Miranda and Ewan Kelly 35:10

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With so much change in the geopolitical landscape and in the world of optometry, it is natural that many current and prospective optometry students may be worried about studying in the United States. In this episode, I sat down with two current students at the New England College of Optometry, Nyah Miranda and Ewan Kelly, about their journey as pre…

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How a pilot-turned-CEO transformed air travel in the Baltics 39:46

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In this episode, we speak with Martin Gauss, former CEO of airBaltic, who transformed the Latvian flag carrier into one of Europe’s most innovative airlines while connecting the entire Baltic region. Gauss discusses: The benefits of operating a single-fleet airline with the highly efficient Airbus A220-300, resulting in 30% lower fuel consumption t…

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How to Navigate Student Debt, Do We Need More Optometry Schools, and How Much Should Industry Be Involved in Education - Dr. Howard Purcell: President and CEO of NECO 47:26

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Dr. Howard Purcell is one of the most well-known names in the optometry community. From his vast experience working in industry (from Johnson & Johnson to Essilor) and now his role as the President and CEO of the New England College of Optometry, Dr. Purcell truly is an influential figure in the industry. In this episode, I had the pleasure of chat…