Best Canada Foundation For Innovation Podcasts (2025)

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10,000 ways | Jan Rainey is untangling the mysteries of spider silks 24:26

19h ago24:26

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The Dalhousie University researcher is looking to create synthetic versions of spider's silk that have the potential to help heal damaged nerves and damaged hearts. Researcher Jan Rainey’s curiosity about synthetic fibres began during an undergraduate work term with DuPont. Years later, he heard stories from a fellow researcher that alluded to the …

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The Newfoundland Chocolate Company 57:55

1d ago57:55

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In this special episode of "This Commerce Life," host Phil travels to St. John's, Newfoundland, where he tours the Newfoundland Chocolate Company with founder Christina Dove. Christina shares her remarkable journey from neuroscientist to chocolatier and gelato expert, detailing how she built her thriving business from her basement to a factory prod…

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Sarah Harper and the Fiery World of Stoke The Fire Hot Sauce 50:07

8d ago50:07

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Sarah Harper and the Fiery World of Stoke The Fire Hot Sauce Join hosts Phil and Kenny for an engaging conversation with Sarah Harper, the self-proclaimed "Sauceress" and CEO of Stoke The Fire Hot Sauce. This episode takes you on a journey from Sarah's fascinating background as a performance artist and Arctic chef to her current life as a passionat…

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From Restaurant Owner to Tea Entrepreneur with Nicole Keats 47:17

15d ago47:17

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From Restaurant Owner to Tea Entrepreneur with Nicole Keats Join hosts Phil and Kenny as they sit down with Nicole Keating, founder of The Newfoundland Tea Company. In this candid and energetic conversation, Nicole shares her remarkable journey from running a fine-dining bistro in Gander to building a premium organic tea brand that's rapidly expand…

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Owner of Wild Moon Organics Sean Smith looks at brands, owning a bone broth company a little differently. 1:01:41

22d ago1:01:41

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Owner of Wild Moon Organics Sean Smith looks at brands, owning a bone broth company a little differently. Check out Wild Moon Organics here: https://wildmoonorganics.ca/ Find Sean here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-smith-1551b953/overlay/photo/ Thank you to Fieldagent for sponsoring the podcast: https://www.fieldagentcanada.com/…

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Scaling AI in the manufacturing industry 30:00

27d ago30:00

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Host Anne-Marie Henson sits down with Paul Dostaler, BDO’s Partner and National Manufacturing and Distribution Leader, to unpack how manufacturers can move beyond pilots and start scaling AI effectively. They explore the current pace of AI adoption in Canada, the roadblocks many businesses face, and what’s needed to realize long-term ROI. The episo…

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"Sometimes when you share a story it frees the storyteller from stigma": On digital storytelling and stigma reduction with Dr. Mike Lang and Kristy Wolfe 39:14

28d ago39:14

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This podcast invited Dr. Mike Lang and Kristy Wolfe, digital storytelling experts at Common Language Digital Storytelling to reflect on the power of digital storytelling and stigma reduction. Carmen met Mike and Kristy at the First International Digital Storytelling Festival in Greece in 2024 where she was blown away by their powerful stories acros…

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Nathanael Hollands and Kinvest Impact Foundation are building market innovations in Rural Africa 1:06:59

29d ago1:06:59

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Nathanael Hollands and Kinvest Impact Foundation are building market innovations in Rural Africa. They invest in agribusiness farms near marketplace communities. By combining development in marketplaces with commercial farms, they help foster a complete economic system where value is created, jobs and wages grow, and money is recirculated into the …

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Stop Overpaying Your Taxes: Give to Charity Instead with Flow-Through Shares (with Albert Labelle, PearTree Canada) 42:07

1M ago42:07

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Send us a text Today, Eric sits down with Albert Labelle, partner at PearTree and a pro in strategic philanthropy. Albert breaks down flow-through shares—a powerful but often overlooked tax strategy that can help small business owners and individuals boost their charitable giving while lowering after-tax costs. They dive into how flow-through share…

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Dinner with Christos. The founder of Aelo, talks about their new launch, Limoncello and how this one is special 1:08:02

1M ago1:08:02

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Dinner with Christos. The founder of Aelo, talks about their new launch, Limoncello and how this one is special. He also talks about how he thinks about flavours, and keeping Aelo special. Check out Aelo here: https://www.drinkaelo.com/ Connect with Christos here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christos-kalaitzis-b7942378/ Thank you to Field Agent Can…

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Throwback episode. We walked the Kelowna Farmer's Market with Peter Boyd 33:58

1M ago33:58

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Throwback episode. We walked the Kelowna Farmer's Market with Peter Boyd last summer and this is some of the footage. We get a buyer's perspective on brands and what he wants to accomplish, and we hear just a sample of amazing stories at that market. Thank you to Field Agent Canada for sponsoring the podcast. Head to https://www.fieldagentcanada.co…

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Off Script with Phil & Kenny: April Events Preview Join Phil Chang and Kenny Vannucci as they discuss upcoming food industry events and initiatives in Canada this April 30:36

2M ago30:36

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Off Script with Phil & Kenny: April Events Preview Join Phil Chang and Kenny Vannucci as they discuss upcoming food industry events and initiatives in Canada this April. The duo shares their plans for CHFA (April 26-27), where they'll run a unique connection hub using Polaroid photos to match brands with distributors, brokers, and partners. They'll…

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Frozen Assets: How TransCold Distribution Is Revolutionizing the Ice Cream and Frozen Food Industry 52:32

2M ago52:32

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From ice cream bicycles to national distribution: Meet Melissa Leung of TransCold, the powerhouse behind Canada's frozen food logistics. Learn why small frozen brands need distribution partners, how TransCold expanded from ice cream to nationwide frozen food delivery, and why factoring in distribution costs from day one is crucial for frozen food s…

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10,000 ways | Pooneh Maghoul: Working at the forefront of geotechnical engineering 21:04

2M ago21:04

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(Available only in French) Can our critical infrastructure withstand the effects of climate change? Pooneh Maghoul and her research team are working to make our bridges, roads and other critical infrastructures more resistant to climate change and extreme environments on Earth and in space. She founded the Sustainable Infrastructure and Geoengineer…

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Brittany from HIVE Naturals and Jeff Doucette from Field Agent Canada to announce their groundbreaking partnership: the world's first hybrid merchandising agency. 1:01:15

2M ago1:01:15

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In this episode, hosts Phil and Kenny welcome Brittany from HIVE Naturals and Jeff Doucette from Field Agent Canada to announce their groundbreaking partnership: the world's first hybrid merchandising agency. The collaboration combines Field Agent's powerful audit capabilities with HIVE's expert merchandising team to create a "find and fix" solutio…

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Why Montfort Hospital is More Than Just a Hospital (with Robert Rhéaume – Chair, Montfort Foundation) 36:33

2M ago36:33

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Send us a text This special episode is part of the Podcasthon initiative, a global movement harnessing the power of podcasts to drive conversations around important causes. Podcasthon brings together creators, thought leaders, and change-makers to amplify voices that matter. Learn more at Podcasthon’s website. Meet Robert Rhéaume, Board Chair of th…

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Lisa Simonsen packs eggs for a living...just kidding. If you're looking for a designer's view of front of pack labels that are upcoming, this is the episode for you. 49:34

2M ago49:34

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Lisa Simonsen packs eggs for a living...just kidding. If you're looking for a designer's view of front of pack labels that are upcoming, this is the episode for you. Connect with Lisa here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-simonsen/ Find out more at Lisa's website: https://www.simonsendesigns.com/By Phil Chang and Kenny Vannucci

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The evolving impact of women in leadership roles 32:13

2M ago32:13

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Host Anne-Marie Henson welcomes two of WXN’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada: Shilpa Mishra, Managing Director and National Leader of Capital Advisory at BDO, and Alyssa Barry, co-founder of irlabs and President at Alliance Advisors. They discuss navigating male-dominated industries, the power of authenticity and allyship, and how economic un…

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We're smiling ear to ear - Nadia Toledo plus talking about tamales is a win/win! 53:42

3M ago53:42

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Tamales are an ancient dish from Mesoamerica, with about 500 variations in Mexico alone, differing by region and ingredients. Generally, almost anyone who has tried one, smiles when they reminisce about having a coffee, hot chocolate with a tamale. We're smiling ear to ear - Nadia Toledo plus talking about tamales is a win/win! Check out Nadia's ta…

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She found me with one of her buttermilk biscuits in my mouth. Dawn Chapman owner and CEO of Toronto's Lazy Daisy's Café and inaugural winner of WXN Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Food Industry Award ... 55:37

3M ago55:37

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She found me with one of her buttermilk biscuits in my mouth. Dawn Chapman owner and CEO of Toronto's Lazy Daisy's Café and inaugural winner of WXN Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Food Industry Award, presented by Skip Check out Lazy Daisy's Cafe: https://lazydaisyscafe.ca/ Thank you to our sponsor Fieldagent Canada: https://www.fieldagentcan…

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Rochelle Minagawa, Founder of MotherLove Ferments jumps in to talk about the ending of the year, and what comes next for the business. 53:18

3M ago53:18

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Rochelle Minagawa, Founder of MotherLove Ferments jumps in to talk about the ending of the year, and what comes next for the business. Check out Motherlove Ferments here: https://www.motherloveferments.com/ Find Rochelle here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-minagawa-7617491a5/ Thank you to Field Agent Canada for sponsoring the podcast. https:…

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Automation, AI & Sales Hacks: The Future of Business, Revealed (With David Burden from Arketek) 34:06

3M ago34:06

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Send us a text In this episode, Eric chats with David Burden, Director of Sales and Biz Dev at Arketek, a leading Salesforce consultancy. David drops some great tips on smart sales strategies, using tech to grow your biz, and avoiding common small business pitfalls. They cover everything from the (fading) future of cold email to how AI and automati…

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Navigating political uncertainty: Cash flow forecasting and scenario planning for Canadian businesses 33:28

3M ago33:28

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In this episode of Accounting for the Future, host Anne-Marie Henson, Eastern Canada Markets Leader, sits down with Daniel Ma, Partner, Valuations & Modeling, to discuss the challenges of navigating political uncertainty following recent tariff announcements by the Trump administration. They explore the potential impact on Canadian businesses and s…

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How to know what you don't know? Brody Hanson, CEO of Work Water talks about jumping into beverage making, starting from scratch with no industry experience 1:00:01

3M ago1:00:01

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Brody talks production and quality issues. How to know what you don't know? Brody Hanson, CEO of Work Water talks about jumping into beverage making, starting from scratch with no industry experience. check out work water here: https://buyworkwater.com Find Brody here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brody-hanson-2774205b/ Thank you to Field Agent Cana…

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Taking control. We don't have a lot of it, but a chance to take a breath, make changes and continue to push for changes 33:15

4M ago33:15

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Taking control. We don't have a lot of it, but a chance to take a breath, make changes and continue to push for changes. Even though we have 30 days, let's not take our foot off the gas. In case you're interested - Kenny's Linkedin post is here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kennyvannucci_buycanadian-shopcanadian-supportcanadian-activity-729166460…

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Things you can do in your day to day to change the conversation around tariffs. Places and resources that you can go to find local brands, Canadian brands. 33:46

4M ago33:46

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Just us today. Things you can do in your day to day to change the conversation around tariffs. Places and resources that you can go to find local brands, Canadian brands. Thank you to Field Agent Canada for sponsoring the podcast. Head to https://www.fieldagentcanada.com/ratings-and-reviews Some resources: https://buybc.gov.bc.ca/ https://madeinalb…

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The importance of standard setting - Part 2 26:54

4M ago26:54

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In part two of this two-part mini-series, host Anne-Marie Henson welcomes back Armand Capisciolto, Chair of Canada’s Accounting Standards Board, BDO alumnus, and former host of the Accounting for the Future podcast. In this episode, they delve into the significant changes that have occurred among different standards, the importance of optionality i…

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10,000 ways | Researchers from the University of Saskatchewan are global leaders in pandemic preparedness 24:09

4M ago24:09

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In 2002, German researcher Volker Gerdts relocated to Saskatoon. Cutting-edge vaccine research was the attraction. Now he is at the helm of the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) World-renowned infectious disease specialist Volker Gerdts calls himself a “builder” who is carefully assembling a passionate team working to stop disease …

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Jennay Oliver is a fourth-generation farmer, that runs Paynter's Fruit Market in Kelowna. 59:55

4M ago59:55

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Jennay Oliver is a fourth-generation farmer, that runs Paynter's Fruit Market in Kelowna. Her great-grandfather started the farm in 1919. We need more farmers in this country. check out Paynter's here: https://www.payntersfruitmarket.ca/ Find Jennay here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennay-oliver-131420b3/?originalSubdomain=ca Thank you to Peter Bo…

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Cutting Costs Without Compromise: The Secrets to Slashing Business Expenses Well! (With Shawn Stratton from Schooley Mitchell) 34:53

4M ago34:53

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Send us a text In this episode, Eric sits down with Shawn Stratton from Schooley Mitchell, a business optimization pro who helps small businesses cut costs—on average by 28%—without sacrificing quality. Drawing on his background as an expedition leader, speaker, and author, Shawn shares practical tips on auditing expenses and negotiating better rat…

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Mike Nunn comes on to talk automation, AI and how to help companies save some time and free up their folks to do other things. 1:13:16

4M ago1:13:16

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Mike Nunn comes on to talk automation, AI and how to help companies save some time and free up their folks to do other things. Find Mike Nunn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikednunn/ Check out TLC solutions here: https://tlcitsolutions.com/ Thank you to David Vannucci for our new music in our intro.…

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The importance of standard setting - Part 1 20:04

4M ago20:04

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Host Anne-Marie Henson is joined by Armand Capisciolto, chair of Canada's Accounting Standards Board, BDO alumni, and former host of the Accounting for the Future podcast. They discuss the importance of accounting standards, the process of setting them, and Canada's influence on international standards. The episode also highlights how standards imp…

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She's committed to the economic advancement of women. Natalie Frederick Wilson is from Barbados, raised in New York City, and currently living in Halifax, Nova Scotia. 1:07:07

4M ago1:07:07

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She's committed to the economic advancement of women. Natalie Frederick Wilson is from Barbados, raised in New York City, and currently living in Halifax, Nova Scotia. https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-frederick-wilson-338b1873/By Phil Chang and Kenny Vannucci

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We finish the year with the fabulous Kyla King, CEO and Founder of Rad Jamz. 1:05:18

5M ago1:05:18

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We finish the year with the fabulous Kyla King, CEO and Founder of Rad Jamz. She's a Red Seal Chef that leaned into her love for jam. You can find Kyla here: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kyla-king-32911b2a9 If you want to check out Rad Jamz, you can head here: https://radjamz.co/store/ use coupon code: PK20 for a discount! Thank you to LGDF Wholesale…

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Claudio Perazzo started Italian Meat Master with one goal in mind: to make a positive impact on Canadians' diet, cleaning and improving iconic comfort foods like sausages and cured meats 1:16:12

5M ago1:16:12

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Claudio Perazzo started Italian Meat Master with one goal in mind: to make a positive impact on Canadians' diet, cleaning and improving iconic comfort foods like sausages and cured meats Check out Italian Meat Master here: https://www.italianmeatmaster.com/ You can find Claudio here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudio-perazzo-22747317a/ Thank you …

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Avoiding Common Tax Mistakes: Lessons from an Accountant with Tara Robertson (Zenbooks) 32:47

5M ago32:47

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Send us a text In this episode of the Small Business Big Insights Podcast, Eric welcomes Tara Robertson, a senior accountant at Zenbooks. Tara shares valuable insights on business taxation, her journey in the industry, and even some tax horror stories. They discuss the critical role tax accountants play, share tips for small business owners, and ad…

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President of Stong's Brian Bradley started working at Safeway in high school, initially with no plans to stay long-term 56:40

5M ago56:40

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Brian Bradley started working at Safeway in high school, initially with no plans to stay long-term, but he ended up rising through the ranks due to mentorship and opportunities. Find out what he thinks about Stong's and what comes next. Find Brian Bradley here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-bradley-a404199/ Shop Stong's here: https://www.stongs…

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People are always thirsty. Wolseley Kombucha is on track for it's best year ever. Michelle talks about their success and what's next. 49:16

6M ago49:16

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People are always thirsty. Wolseley Kombucha is on track for it's best year ever. Michelle Leclerc talks about their success and what's next. In case you think this is an ordinary podcast hint, it's not - they've saved over 150,000 1L bottles from landfills. Check out Wolseley Kombucha here: https://www.wolseleykombucha.com/ Find Michelle Leclerc h…

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Tatsuo Kan is the owner of Kojo, and founder of Kizuna. 1:00:55

6M ago1:00:55

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Tatsuo Kan is the owner of Kojo, and founder of Kizuna. He came to Canada because he felt like it was the right thing to do. 4 kids, a bunch of restaurants later, he hasn't stopped moving - he now has two restaurants and a sake line and a sauce line. check out Kizuna here: https://www.kizunasauces.com/ Find Kojo here: https://sushikojo.com/…

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He retired, started a business, retired again. Ran a triathalon, got his bike stolen, bought a bar and the rest is history 51:33

6M ago51:33

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He retired, started a business, retired again. Ran a triathalon, got his bike stolen, bought a bar and the rest is history. Blair Wilson is the Founder of Forbidden Spirits. We wouldn't have met him if Peter Boyd didn't drag us to the Kelowna Farmer's Market. Find Blair here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blairwilsonforbiddenspirits/ shop Forbidden s…

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10,000 ways | How neuroendocrinology crosses sectors to create promising new insights 23:26

6M ago23:26

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(This podcast is only available in French) Nafissa Ismail focuses on the effects of hormones on the brain to pin down the interactions between our organs and our emotions Epidemiological data shows that the roots of depression form during puberty or adolescence for 75 percent of adults experiencing it. Nafissa Ismail is a professor at the Universit…

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Navigating Business Law and Succession Planning with Expert Steve Parr 38:48

6M ago38:48

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Send us a text Steve Parr shares his journey from founding and selling a vacation rental company to starting his own law firm, Parr Business Law. In this episode, he breaks down the essentials of business succession planning. Steve highlights why it’s so important to have a solid business structure, clear legal agreements, and backup plans in place…

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We take a tour of Pealow's Your Independent Grocer with Brian Pealow 43:59

6M ago43:59

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We take a tour of Pealow's Your Independent Grocer with Brian Pealow. We're blown away by his focus on local, and helping the community out. Surprise surprise, he knows Peter Boyd. Pealow YIG is here: https://www.yourindependentgrocer.ca/store-locator/details/1734 Find Brian here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-pealow-b-b-a-h-130a844a/…

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Rochelle teaches us about kombucha. Phil meets Oprah 27:24

6M ago27:24

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Rochelle teaches us about kombucha. Phil meets Oprah. MotherLove Ferments is a Kelowna-based business that is dedicated to creating healthy and tasty ferments. We had a great talk with Founder Rochelle to learn more about their story. Shop MotherLove here: https://www.motherloveferments.com/ Find Rochelle here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-…

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Stephanie Horman has a plan to give back. It's called Cabin 5 granola, and it's awesome. 54:29

7M ago54:29

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Stephanie Horman has a plan to give back. It's called Cabin 5 granola, and it's awesome. This was recorded during our last trip out to Kelowna at the end of August, and we're sorry it took so long to get this out. check them out here: https://cabin5granola.ca/ Find Stephanie here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-horman-a9046759/…

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Cam Bruce, owner of Famous Foods in Vancouver talks about coming to retail late in life, and what it takes to be successful as an independent grocer 1:00:04

7M ago1:00:04

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Cam Bruce, owner of Famous Foods in Vancouver talks about coming to retail late in life, and what it takes to be successful as an independent grocer. Shop Famous Foods here: https://www.famousfoods.ca/By Phil Chang and Kenny Vannucci

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Cybersecurity on the rise 23:57

7M ago23:57

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In this episode, host Anne-Marie Henson explores the growing realm of cybersecurity threats with guest Sacha Blasiak-Priestley, BDO's National Leader of Cloud Security. They discuss some of the biggest cybersecurity breaches this year, including Christies, London Drugs, and AT&T. The conversation uncovers the lasting operational and reputational im…

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From 1 to 150. Ben Osmow talks about the Osmow family hustle, building a business from scratch and introducing Ontarians to shwarma. 43:33

7M ago43:33

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From 1 to 150. Ben Osmow talks about the Osmow family hustle, building a business from scratch and introducing Ontarians to shwarma. If you're from Ontario, "chicken on the rocks" is like a whopper or a big mac. You have the Osmows to thank for that. check out Osmow's here: https://osmows.com/ find Ben Osmow here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benosm…

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We talk to Kurstin Leith and Christine about helping brands, how to know when you're ready for expert help like Agency Brand Management. 59:49

7M ago59:49

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We talk to Kurstin Leith and Christine about helping brands, how to know when you're ready for expert help like Agency Brand Management. Find Kurstin Leith here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurstin-leith-68832131/ Find Christine De Biasio here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-de-biasio-1444a914/ Check out Agency here: https://agencybrands.ca/…

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10,000 ways | The future of flight depends on sustainability that goes beyond biofuels 25:04

7M ago25:04

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The University of Waterloo’s Suzanne Kearns is a global leader in sustainable aviation, but her flight path wasn’t without turbulence. Suzanne Kearns grew up in Wiarton, Ont., where she would lie in the grass and watch airplanes from the local airport take flight overhead. Her dreams of flying led to a fixed-wing licence at 16 and helicopter licenc…

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