Best ATB Financial Podcasts (2025)

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The Future Of: Inflation, Invasion and Interest. Season 4 Finale. 40:03

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3y ago40:03

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In the season 4 finale, we discuss the long term economic implications of the Three I's - Inflation, Invasion of Ukraine and Interest rates. Beyond what is happening today, what will the future look like and how can you prepare for these potential realities? Alicia Planincic, Economist & Manager of Policy at the Business Council of Alberta, and Rob…

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The Future Of Economic Relations with Asia ft. Crystal Nash 29:25

3+ y ago29:25

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With a decade of experience and education working and living across Asia, Crystal Nash, ATB's Media Analyst joins Chief Economist Todd Hirsch to talk about the future of economic relations with Asia. From ESG practices and diversity, to business advice and how brand loyalty - including timbits - are impacting even the smallest local economies - no …

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The Future Of Economic Relations with Asia ft. Sharon Sun 39:32

3+ y ago39:32

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ATB's Cheif Economist is joined by Sharon Sun, Trade Policy Economist at the Canada West Foundation and Distinguished Fellow at Asia Pacific Foundation. How do sectors like education, agriculture and technology amplify economic opportunities between Asia and Canada? Beyond unpacking the future of these sectors, this episode explores the growing mid…

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The Future Of Housing ft Tim Richter, President & CEO of the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness 32:27

3+ y ago32:27

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Alberta is uniquely positioned to be a leader in ending homelessness. Tim Richter, president & CEO of the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness joins Todd Hirsch, Chief Economist, to discuss the current and future state of affordable housing and homelessness in Alberta and beyond. This episode explores how Medicine Hat ended chronic homelessness, a…

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The Future Of Housing ft Michael Brown, President of Trico Homes 29:55

3+ y ago29:55

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Mike Brown, President of Trico Homes and Todd Hirsch, ATB Financial's Chief Economist discuss the future of homebuilding and communities. They unpack how the COVID-19 pandemic unexpectedly boosted the industry and required homebuilders to align with people's values and needs, and what impact this will have on home ownership and the economy in the f…

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The Future Of Cities ft. Naheed Nenshi 35:36

3+ y ago35:36

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In this episode, Chief Economist Todd Hirsch connects with Naheed Nenshi. Educator, researcher and former mayor of the city of Calgary. Cities are hubs for both economic and social innovation. Where communities, policy and creativity come together - amazing potential is unleashed. As the future of cities is explored, how people interact and how res…

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The Future Of Cities ft. Catherine Warren and Jenn Johnson 58:32

3+ y ago58:32

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In this extended episode, Chief Economist Todd Hirsch connects with Catherine Warren, CEO at Innovate Edmonton and Jenn Johnson, managing director of sponsorships at ATB Financial. Towering skyscrapers may be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of cities. But as we explore the topic - intricate layers are revealed to disrupt our curre…

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Looking ahead: The top economic stories of 2022 39:28

3+ y ago39:28

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Chief Economists Frances Donald and Todd Hirsch connect to discuss their predictions of the top five economic stories for 2022. By unpacking the complex topics that you see in the headlines like inflation and labor, supply chains and the Central Bank, you can be better prepared for the year ahead and gain a deeper understanding about how these stor…

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The Future Of Trade featuring Rob Roach 47:23

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ATB Financial’s Chief Economist,Todd Hirsch, is joined by Rob Roach, deputy chief economist at ATB Financial. In a moderated discussion, Rob and Todd start the episode by answering listener questions about education, the economy, unemployment and COVID-19. Next, they continue the conversation on The Future Of Trade. Our relationship and interaction…

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The Future Of Trade featuring Carlo Dade 36:24

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ATB Financial’s Chief Economist, Todd Hirsch, is joined by Carlo Dade, Director - Trade and Investment Centre, Canada West Foundation. Todd and Carlo unpack the complex topic of trade and the future of trade with one of Canada’s largest trading partners, China. What is the future of trade with China as it emerges as the largest global economy? Sinc…

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The Future Of Wellness featuring Dr. Lisa Belanger 24:59

4y ago24:59

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ATB Financial’s Chief Economist,Todd Hirsch, is joined by Dr. Lisa Belanger, PH.D., CEO & Behaviour Change Expert of ConsciousWorks. Dr. Lisa Belanger discusses the reality of mental wellness, self care and the future of this sector in the second episode in our series on The Future Of Wellness. From the areas individuals have control over, to the i…

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The Future Of Wellness featuring Curtis Stange 27:31

4y ago27:31

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ATB Financial’s Chief Economist,Todd Hirsch, is joined by bold mental health advocate, Curtis Stange, President and CEO of ATB Financial. Curtis shares his personal and professional journey on how to introduce mental health initiatives within any organization. He discusses the invisible line item on every income statement that is costing millions o…

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The Future Of Education with Dr. Linda ManyGuns 27:29

4y ago27:29

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in this episode, dr. linda manyguns unpacks the current and future state of formal education. in her new appointment as avp of Indigenization and decolonization at mount royal university, dr. manyguns plays a critical role in the accessibility, instruction and accountability of the university within Indigenous relations. infusing her traditional kn…

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The Future Of Education with Chett Matchett & Chris LaBossiere 46:50

4y ago46:50

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Education as we know it is on the brink of a massive change. What is the future where formal and informal education collide? How are those not served by traditional institutions empowered to learn in new ways? How do we make education accessible to those who want to explore it and how do we identify and hire the right talent for our organizations o…

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The Future Of - Season 2 Finale 36:44

4+ y ago36:44

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In this series, we are joined by leaders and community members to hear their perspectives on three big questions; when it comes to the economy, what do you want to see built back better rather than just going back to normal? Post-COVID, what do you think is going to remain a permanent societal or cultural change? And what are you most optimistic ab…

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The Future Of Community featuring Karen Ball and Tara Lockyer 46:43

4+ y ago46:43

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In this episode Todd Hirsch, ATB Financial’s vice president and chief economist is joined by two guests - Karen Ball, CEO & president of the Calgary Chamber of Voluntary Organization and Tara Lockyer, ATB Financial’s chief people officer. The episode begins with Karen Ball. We unpack the importance of the social economy in Alberta’s overall economi…

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The Future Of Community featuring Harnarayan Singh 39:20

4+ y ago39:20

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Harnarayan Singh, Hockey Night in Canada Punjabi, author, & NHL play-by-play commentator joins ATB Financial’s Chief Economist Todd Hirsch to share his insights on the future of community. Harnarayan’s incredible story is becoming a staple of Canadian and Sikh culture, perseverance and success. In this episode, we go beyond his well-known story and…

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The Future Of Adapting to Unwanted Change ft. Jennifer Buchanan 27:53

4+ y ago27:53

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In this episode Todd Hirsch, ATB Financial's vice president and chief economist is joined by Jennifer Buchanan, president and founder of JB Music Therapy in Calgary, AB. JB Music Therapy was built around face-to-face relationships and being centered around its core story of helping clients. When the pandemic hit and in-person meetings were no longe…

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The Future Of Adapting to Unwanted Change ft. Sam Jenkins 25:20

4+ y ago25:20

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In this episode Todd Hirsch, ATB Financial’s vice president and chief economist is joined by Sam Jenkins, managing partner at Punchcard Systems & co-founder of Covidcontinuity.com Factoring ‘risk’ into Punchcard’s value proposition is just one of the traits that set Punchcard up to adapt and succeed during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a technology com…

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The Future Of Adapting to Unwanted Change ft. Rob Roach 32:49

4+ y ago32:49

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This episode begins by answering questions from our listeners. What’s the role of cryptocurrency and how has perception changed over time about its value? How will we recover our “Alberta advantage?” These questions and more! Next, we dive into insights from Todd and Rob’s new book, Spiders in Covid Space. We discuss the unique traits shared by peo…

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The Future Of Arts & Culture featuring Adrian Stimson 29:52

4+ y ago29:52

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The COVID-19 pandemic challenged artists to connect to their audiences in new ways. In this episode ATB Financial’s VP & Chief Economist Todd Hirsch connects with Adrian Stimson, interdisciplinary artist and member of the Siksika Nation (Blackfoot) in southern Alberta, Canada. Adrian shares his journey and experience as a professional artist. He di…

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The Future Of Arts & Culture featuring Nicholas Bell 32:20

4+ y ago32:20

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In this episode Todd Hirsch, ATB’s vice president and chief economist is joined by Nicholas Bell, president of The Glenbow Museum in Calgary, Alberta. Public health measures during the COVID-19 pandemic halted in-person art and cultural experiences. The Glenbow Museum had to adapt quickly to bring accessible programming to Albertans and beyond. Nic…

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The Future Of Arts & Culture featuring author Aritha van Herk 29:19

4+ y ago29:19

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In this episode, Todd Hirsch, ATB’s Chief Economist is joined by award-winning Canadian author Aritha van Herk. We explore the effect COVID-19 has had on arts and culture and how it has challenged both accessibility and creativity. What works of art will come out of the pandemic, and how do artists create during a time of adversity? We explore new …

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The Future Of Arts & Culture with Derek Stevenson 23:58

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The future of arts and culture is at a crossroads - and which path we choose will affect how accessible arts are down the road and whether people can have a successful career in the arts. In this episode, ATB Financial’s Chief Economist Todd Hirsch is joined by Derek Stevenson, strategic leader of ATB Financial’s Branch for Arts and Culture. We exp…

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The Future Of Retail with Manjit Minhas & John Tarnowski 46:58

4+ y ago46:58

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In this episode, Todd Hirsch, ATB’s Chief Economist is joined by Manjit Minhas, co-founder of Minhas Brewery, Dragon on CBC’s Dragon’s Den and member of ATB’s board of directors and John Tarnowski, ATB’s Executive Vice President of Everyday Financial Services. We explore the future of retail for entrepreneurs and hear insights into what retailers s…

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The Future Of Retail with Routine Natural Goods 23:17

4+ y ago23:17

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In the Season 2 debut, Pippa and Neige Blair, founders of Routine Natural Goods, join ATB Financial’s Chief Economist Todd Hirsch to discuss the future of retail. Initially operating out of physical storefronts, Routine Natural Goods needed to pivot quickly and amplify their online space due to COVID-19 restrictions. What lessons did they learn whe…

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The top economic stories of 2020 with special guests Jackie Forrest and Rob Roach 42:15

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ATB’s Managing Director of Economics Rob Roach, and Jackie Forrest, Executive Director at ARC Energy Research Institute and co-host of the ARC Energy Ideas podcast join ATB’s Chief Economist Todd Hirsch to count down the top 10 economic stories of 2020. They also answer questions submitted by listeners and cover everything from diversifying Alberta…

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The Future Of Leadership with special guests Curtis Stange & Joan Hertz 36:56

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Todd Hirsch, ATB's VP & Chief Economist is joined by Curtis Stange, President & CEO of ATB Financial and Joan Hertz, ATB’s Board Chair. They discuss lessons learned through the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for leadership investment in innovation and technology, the boardroom of the future, and what traits upcoming leaders should focus on harnessing.…

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The Future Of Leadership with Dr. Elizabeth Cannon 26:23

5y ago26:23

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In this episode Dr. Elizabeth Cannon, former President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calgary joins Todd Hirsch, ATB’s VP & Chief Economist to discuss The Future Of Leadership. Dr. Cannon reflects on her experience leading the university, the current state of division and how leaders can be successful in the future. She also provides pers…

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The Future Of Work with special guest Armine Yalnizyan 21:29

5y ago21:29

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Todd Hirsch is joined by Armine Yalnizyan, Economist & Atkinson Fellow. They shift the conversation from the Future Of Work, to the Future Of Workers. Armine discusses her research and perspective on The Future Of Workers and explains how labour is critical in building the economy of tomorrow. Unpack the economic and personal hurdles of the “she-ce…

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The Future Of Work with Todd Hirsch & Rob Roach 20:18

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In this episode, Rob Roach, ATB’s Managing Director of Insights and Economics takes over hosting duties and connects with Todd Hirsch, ATB’s VP & Chief Economist, on The Future Of Work. Todd shares his perspectives on the changing landscape of work, and what is on the horizon. From technology advancements, to the evolution of work, and the new role…

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The Future Of - Q&A with Todd Hirsch & Rob Roach 26:24

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In this bonus episode, Todd Hirsch and Rob Roach sit down to answer your biggest questions about the future. From the future of the family farm, to the upcoming elections, and oil prices in Alberta - no topic is off limits. Subscribe to The Future Of where we connect with community and business leaders who are thinking about, planning for and leadi…

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The Future Of Banking with special guest Dr. Michael King 27:57

5y ago27:57

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In this episode, ATB's VP & Chief Economist Todd Hirsch connects with Dr. Michael King, Associate Professor and Lansdowne Chair in Finance at the University of Victoria in British Columbia, Canada. Dr. King shares his perspective on what banking and the financial sector will look like in the future - from open banking to fintechs, and how these adv…

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The Future Of Banking with special guest Curtis Stange 22:08

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In this episode, ATB's VP & Chief Economist Todd Hirsch is joined by Curtis Stange, President & CEO of ATB Financial. Curtis shares his perspective of the future of banking, and the shift to focusing on customers - something not traditional in the banking sector. Curtis unpacks data as the new commodity, and what banking might look like, physically…

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Heather Campbell - The Future Of Women in Business 19:07

5y ago19:07

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In this bonus episode, Heather Campbell joins Todd Hirsch to discuss the systemic changes due to the Black Lives Matter demonstrations, the lasting effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, and how these events may shape the future for women in business. Subscribe to The Future Of where we connect with community and business leaders who are thinking about,…

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Lara Murphy - The Future Of Women in Business 26:32

5y ago26:32

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Lara Murphy, co-owner of female owned Ryan Murphy construction, unpacks the hurdles and successes of entrepreneurship in a male dominated industry. Lara examines what the future might look like for women in all sectors, discusses the harm of stereotypes, and how we might move forward as a society to achieve equal and meaningful participation of wom…

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Teresa Clouston - The Future Of Women in Business 24:40

5y ago24:40

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With a long history as a leader within the banking industry, Teresa Clouston shares her perspective with Todd Hirsch on issues such as pay equity, conscious and unconscious bias and so much more. While people and organizations have made strides, there is still a lot of work and change that needs to happen. Subscribe to The Future Of where we connec…

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The Future Of 1:10

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Todd Hirsch, Vice President and Chief Economist at ATB Financial connects with community and business leaders who have insight into a future that is both exciting and often uncertain. Explore how our economy and communities can not only brace for change, but embrace the opportunities it creates. Subscribe today to The Future Of on your favorite pod…

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E007 - Bitcoin Mines Part II - We Are Alberta 15:54

6+ y ago15:54

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Join us for part two of a two-part series from Medicine Hat’s Bitcoin Mine. Follow ATB’s economist, Nick Ford, on a tour to find out what’s really going on inside a miner. Missed part one? In the last episode of We Are Alberta, Nick chatted with Andrew Kiguel, President and CEO of Hut 8 Mining—a company that operates two Bitcoin mines in Alberta. I…

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E006 - Bitcoin Mines - We Are Alberta 23:42

6+ y ago23:42

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Bitcoin is the world’s first virtual currency that has won over millions of investors and tech fanatics. Bitcoin originated back in 2008 and launched early in 2009. As the cryptocurrency began to rise in price, many people started paying attention for the first time. People like Andrew Kiguel. Andrew is President and CEO of Hut 8 mining, a company …

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E005 - Life on the Border - We Are Alberta 18:03

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Milk River is a town of nearly 900 people and is about 70 kilometers south of Lethbridge. What makes Milk River unique is not the milky appearance of the river that flows through the town, although that’s certainly part of it, but rather the town’s proximity to the US border. In this episode, we’re spending time at ATB’s southernmost branch to spea…

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E004 - Drones - We Are Alberta 22:40

7y ago22:40

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A couple of years ago, many of us were only just dreaming about self-driving cars and flying drone home deliveries. But, now, our online packages and pizza are delivered to our front doors by robots. Some of the companies designing and testing these technologies are doing this right here in Alberta! In this episode, we’re travelling to a drone test…

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E003 - Mint & Dill - We Are Alberta 22:13

7y ago22:13

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The pamphlet you can pick up at the rest stop in Bow Island states that the “quiet town is in the middle of a very diverse agricultural area” They’re certain about that. In fact, four farms in the Bow Island area represent about 25 per cent of North America’s demand for spearmint! This episode features a story about an Alberta mint and dill farmer.…

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E002 - Iron & Earth - We Are Alberta 24:54

7y ago24:54

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Plenty of focus is placed on Alberta’s energy sector. And, rightly so. Alberta’s economic livelihood depends on this industry. That means that big changes in energy prices affect all Albertans. This episode features a story about an Alberta organization called Iron & Earth. They’re helping to diversify Alberta’s energy sector by training Albertans …

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E001 - Token Naturals - We Are Alberta 27:08

7y ago27:08

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Starting up a any business isn’t easy. But, it’s especially difficult setting up a cannabis business before legalization. It's a long process and an even longer waiting game. Our first episode features a story about an Edmonton cannabis company called Token Naturals. They’re doing things a little differently than other cannabis companies in the pro…