Best Dalene Allen Podcasts (2025)

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Jeff Douglas - How an ‘I Am Canadian,’ Beer Commercial Brought A Nation Together, Twice! 1:16:01

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What happens when a single commercial catapults you into becoming a national symbol? Jeff Douglas, the face behind Molson's iconic "I Am Canadian" rant, sits down with us to explore his remarkable journey from reluctant beer spokesman to respected CBC broadcaster. Douglas takes us behind the scenes of the legendary commercial that changed his life,…

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From Guyana to the Oil Sands: Seon Yuzyk on Race, Labor, and Climate Justice 41:55

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In this episode, we sit down with Seon Yuzyk, PhD (ABD), a political science doctoral candidate at the University of Alberta whose life journey is as compelling as his research. Born and raised in Guyana between two sugarcane plantations, Seon reflects on his early childhood experiences and how the legacies of resource extraction shaped his worldvi…

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Leah Parsons - When Systems Fail Our Children - Remembering Rehtaeh Parsons 46:44

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Twelve years after the tragic death of Rehtaeh Parsons, her mother Leah joins The Afternoon Pint for a conversation about trauma, institutional failure, and finding purpose after unimaginable loss. Leah paints a vivid portrait of Rehtaeh—a compassionate teenager with dreams of becoming a marine biologist, whose life spiraled downward after a sexual…

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Making Space for Everyone: Lessons in Inclusive Event Design with Michelle Munro 43:14

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In this episode, we sit down with Michelle Munro (she/her), award-winning event specialist and founder of Loop In Events, to explore the power of inclusivity in the events industry. Michelle believes every gathering should reflect the diversity and uniqueness of the people attending, and she’s built her work around creating spaces where everyone tr…

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Rudi Brooks - Spice, Family & Fire: The Rudi’s Hot Sauce Journey 🌶️🔥 50:48

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Rudi of Rudi's Hot Sauce shares his family's journey from the Bahamas to becoming Nova Scotia's top hot sauce specialist, revealing how his father's transformative experience with wild peppers led to a multi-generational passion for crafting complex, flavour hot sauces. We talk about hot sauces, family ran businesses and whatever else comes to us, …

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The Human Side of Digital Strategy: Why Connection Beats Clicks Every Time 37:42

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This week, we’re joined by Kaia Maeve Tingley, a visionary who’s redefining the relationship between technology and real life. With over 25 years in IT and two decades as a massage and shiatsu therapist and martial arts instructor, Kaia brings a rare perspective—one that bridges the digital and the embodied. As the founder of the Web Makers Circle,…

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Jonathan Torrens - We unearthed things... Creative Evolution, Trailer Park Boys, Mr. D, and truly Canadian Entertainment 1:20:19

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We were thrilled to finally have Jonathan Torrens sit down with us for a candid conversation about his remarkable 30-year journey through Canadian entertainment and the industry that keeps him more fulfilled than ever. From his unexpected start as a teenage host on Street Cents, to iconic roles on Trailer Park Boys, Mr. D, Letterkenny, Shoresy, the…

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The Weight of Ignorance: Terri M. Roberts on Feminist Theory & Fitness Pedagogy 51:44

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This week, we sit down with Terri M. Roberts — educator, speaker, researcher, and founder of The Pink Dumbbell Problem. With over 20 years of experience in education and leadership, Terri brings a powerful voice to the intersections of fitness, feminism, and philosophy. As the creator of The Pink Dumbbell Problem YouTube channel, based on her groun…

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Finding Your Voice: Mackenzie Costron on the Power of Music Therapy 23:07

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In this episode, we sit down with Mackenzie Costron (she/her) — an autistic therapist, Certified Music Therapist, and Registered Counselling Therapist based in K’jipuktuk/Halifax, NS. Mackenzie shares her journey of weaving music therapy, counselling, and heart-centered facilitation into a business that reflects her values and supports both her cli…

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Rooted in Richness: Kimesha Walters’ Journey from Jamaica to Leading in Canadian PR 35:10

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In this episode, we sit down with Kimesha Walters — an award-winning Jamaican entrepreneur and CEO of Oasis Integrated Communications — to dive into her inspiring journey from the rich cultural roots of Jamaica to the fast-paced world of Canadian public relations and brand storytelling. With more than a decade of experience helping brands like Adid…

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Dalene Allen - From Fisherman Sweaters to Network Endeavours 1:03:05

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Growing up as the oldest of seven daughters in rural Nova Scotia, Dalene Allen learned entrepreneurship at her mother's handcraft shop, "The Killick." This early exposure to business relationships became the foundation for her remarkable career through retail merchandising, executive positions, and eventually leading Business Network International …

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Frames of a New Life: Romaine Rhoden's journey to Canada 30:53

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In this episode, we sit down with Romaine Rhoden — a seasoned Jamaican filmmaker, cinematographer, and visual storyteller — to explore his creative journey from the vibrant streets of Jamaica to the diverse landscape of Canada’s film industry. With over a decade of experience behind the camera, Romaine shares how he rebuilt his network from the gro…

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Serena Haines - Is communication the new foreplay? 1:09:42

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This week, sex educator and intimacy coach Serena Haines joins us for a pint and shares her journey in becoming a certified sexologist, breaking down misconceptions about pleasure, anatomy, and communication in relationships. We found this to be a fun and informative discussion around healthy relationships for both new partners and long term partne…

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Structural Integrity: Engineering Big Ideas with Robert Wolofsky 41:43

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Robert Wolofsky, ing., M.Eng. Structural Engineer | Project Manager | Industrial Innovator With over 15 years of experience in structural engineering, Robert Wolofsky brings deep expertise in heavy industrial projects, with a particular focus on steel mill building design. A graduate of McGill University with both B.Eng and M.Eng degrees, Robert cu…

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Movement as Medicine - Musings on Dance with Dr. Michelle Greenwell 46:08

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Dr. Michelle Greenwell Michelle's passion is to understand the body and its freedom to move and find joy. A dance educator for over 40 years, Michelle has experienced the love of dance, the joy of dance education, the pain of injury, the stress of running a business, and the bliss of watching someone happy and smiling because of the music and the d…

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Stephen Adams - Sharks, Stadiums, and Building Upward - Life Beyond City Hall 1:19:11

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Stephen Adams, represented Spryfield and surrounding communities for 29 years on Halifax City Council. In this episode Adams opens up about the realities of political life and his transition to advocating for smarter development solutions. Adams shares powerful stories about defending Spryfield's reputation against media bias, confronting critics w…

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From Scrubs to Serums: Samantha Cochrane's Journey into Aesthetic Nursing 38:35

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Samantha Cochrane is a Registered Nurse and aesthetic injector with over two years of hands-on experience in neuromodulators, dermal fillers, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), microneedling, and advanced skin health. Her practice blends medical precision with a deep passion for aesthetics, empowering clients to feel confident and radiant in their own ski…

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Rick Currier - Leaving Corporate Success for Entrepreneurial Dreams 1:09:03

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What drives someone to walk away from a successful corporate career to pursue an entrepreneurial dream? Rick takes us on his compelling journey from SVP of Sales to becoming CEO of Partner Vista—a decision that meant leaving behind financial security, benefits, and comfort for the unknown. Rick shares how Hurricane Katrina disrupted his senior year…

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Engineering Connection: The Story Behind Gander Social 37:49

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Melody Lumen is a seasoned software developer and entrepreneur who exemplifies the power of meaningful connections in transforming careers. Currently serving as Lead Software Engineer for Gander Social—a groundbreaking project to migrate the BlueSky codebase to a data sovereign platform in Canada—Melody brings over 8 years of technical expertise in…

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Jacqueline and Wendy: Survivors of Human Trafficking and Domestic Violence are now ‘Thriving Twogether.' 1:20:25

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Jacqueline's story will leave you speechless – trafficked for 11 years starting at age 11, explains how children in foster care become vulnerable to exploitation not primarily through drugs, but through their need for love and attention. Her journey from victim to advocate reveals both the horrors of human trafficking and the remarkable resilience …

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Multiple Truths: Feeding Those With Deteriorating Health 43:37

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Catherine Morley, PhD, RD, FDC Catherine's (they/them) work comprises writing, research, speaking, mentoring, advocacy, art making related to their two primary research interests, how eating and feeding fundamentally change when living with changed health status or at the end of life, and queering dietetics. Cath is also interested in the history o…

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Don Mills and David Campbell say embrace a bolder ambition for Atlantic Canada. 1:10:50

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What if Atlantic Canada could harness wind resources equivalent to Alberta's oil wealth or Quebec's hydroelectric power? Don Mills a career entrepreneur and social engineer and David Campbell, seasoned economic development expert with decades of regional insights, join us to challenge our thinking about Atlantic Canada's economic future. The duo's …

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What We Feed and How We Heal: Dietetics in Canada 47:39

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Catherine Morley, PhD, RD, FDC Catherine's (they/them) work comprises writing, research, speaking, mentoring, advocacy, art making related to their two primary research interests, how eating and feeding fundamentally change when living with changed health status or at the end of life, and queering dietetics. Cath is also interested in the history o…

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Mike and Kristen Make It - The Truths Behind Creative Survival 1:36:07

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Mike Ryan (Singer Songwriter for the Town Heroes) and Kristen Herrington, (owner of Togetherland Art Gallery) are an inspiring artistic couple who share insights on navigating the evolving media landscape while staying true to their artistic vision. Their recently rebranded podcast called MAKE IT is out now, and already is features prominent artist…

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Brewing Bigger Dreams: How Afternoon Pint Became a Media Powerhouse 34:54

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About Afternoon Pint: What started as a pub based podcast has evolved into a boutique media & marketing company. Afternoon Pint wanted to support local businesses from day one and we figured out a few creative ways to do it. We invite you to take a look around to see if Afternoon Pint Media and our partners can collaborate with your business to hel…

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Tonya Steinborn - Escaping a Doomsday Cult to Figure Yourself Out 55:55

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What happens when your entire worldview is built on fear? When every decision about what to wear, what to listen to, and even how to pray is dictated by others? Tonya knows this reality intimately, having grown up in a doomsday cult in Southern Alberta that prepared its members for an apocalypse that never came. From the tender age of five, she was…

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Bryn Pottie - Stealing a ship in the 1920’s was good clean fun 1:12:42

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Author Bryn Pottie joins us At Jungle Jims Eatery for a few pints of Blue Moon as we dive into his new book titled, 'The Great Lunenburglary' - A hilariously silly and hearfelt novel for casual readers about two teenage kids in the 1920s who steal the famed Bluenose. We learn a ton about Bryn, from how he toured for nearly eight years with parody c…

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From Startups to Strategy: Reaching the Right Target Audience ft. Matthew Winchester 32:07

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Matthew Winchester is the founder of Black Anvil, a company that helps businesses use data to measure and optimize marketing ROI. With deep expertise in digital marketing strategy and analytics, Matthew specializes in turning insights into increased customer engagement and growth. He also co-hosts the podcast Code & Capital, exploring the intersect…

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Michelle Niemeyer - Your Schedule Is merely a Quantum Physics Experiment 1:28:07

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Michelle Niemeyer is a Time Management Expert, Keynote Speaker and Productivity Consultant. She came on our show earlier this year to talk about maybe the most precious resource in our day to day lives, time itself. Michelle shares her time management philosophy called "The Art of Bending Time," which helps people connect the dots between different…

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The Guided Path: Lessons from IT Mentors ft. Matt Magee 22:51

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As an experienced IT professional, Matt works as an Account Manager and Technical Consultant at Adaptive Office Solutions. With a passion for Cybersecurity, he combines technical expertise and leadership to drive innovative solutions. He excels in leading cross-functional initiatives and mentoring junior colleagues, fostering environments that enco…

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Brad Farquhar - The Internet Revolution is Purple and Moo’s 58:17

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Brad Farquhar didn't follow the path that most would when he moved into his Halifax apartment and found his internet costs were too high… He started his own internet company! Named after Seth Godin's influential marketing book about standing out from the crowd, Purple Cow Internet was born with a simple mission: offer reliable internet at half the …

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Ryan Keeping - Why Would You Run Across Canada? 1:02:48

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75 kilometers every day for 98 straight days across the second-largest country in the world. This week we cheers Ryan Keeping, the man who ran across Canada, from St. John's, Newfoundland to Victoria, British Columbia, captivating a nation and gathering nearly 100,000 followers along the way. Ryan's story defies conventional wisdom about athletic t…

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Writing to Heal: Reclaiming Strength Through Journaling ft. Julianna Sheriff 28:01

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Today’s guest is Jewels — a mental health advocate, educator, certified life coach, and the founder of Hopeful Horizons, the brand behind Breathe, a premium guided mental health journal that helps midlife women feel more grounded and calm, while reducing anxiety and stress. Hopeful Horizons is dedicated solely to Jewels’s line of premium guided jou…

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Kimia Nejat - Integrity is a Noble Road to Realtor Success 1:03:57

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We sit down with Kimia Nejat of Exit Realty, a longtime sponsor of our show who pops buy for a pint and shares some insights on Nova Scotia's real estate market. A lot of random tv and movie talk along the way. ALSO! Kimia announces her new non-real estate podcast "Therapy's Expensive" with her boyfriend, focusing on both lighthearted and deeper co…

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Grounding: How Liev Dalton Pairs Nature and Therapy 25:27

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Liev Dalton is a Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate (RCT-C) and founder of Terrain Psychotherapy. His approach is rooted in the belief that healing happens when we return to the rhythms of nature and reconnect with ourselves. At Terrain Psychotherapy, Liev blends EMDR, wilderness therapy, DBT, somatic practices, and mindfulness within a per…

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Patrick Sullivan - Retiring Chamber CEO says break the tax systems for SMB 1:15:54

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This week we had the pleasure of spending well over an hour with President and CEO of the Halifax Chamber of Commerce, Patrick Sullivan. He shares insights from his nine-year tenure leading 2,000 members, & representing over 90,000 employees across Nova Scotia as he prepares for retirement. We dive into Pat's unique career driven by a passion for m…

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Liz LeClair - NDAs are OK! Unless if They’re Enabling Predators 1:23:41

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This week we welcome Liz LeClair, in a fast paced and informative episode where we discuss how Canada is behind when it comes taking our role in standing up against gender based violence. A columnist, leading fundraiser and volunteer with Can't Buy My Silence, Liz explains how NDAs have become weapons that protect abusers while re-traumatizing surv…

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Fractional & Fearless: Redefining Work with Brianna Courneya 26:08

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Brianna Courneya is passionate about connecting great talent with meaningful work. With over five years of HR experience, all in fast-paced, remote start-ups, and 15 years of operational experience, she’s a natural at wearing many hats and building strong, people-centered communities. As the founder of The Talent Hive, Brianna helps business owners…

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Jalen Philpot - CFL’s Rising Star Ready to Stampede The League 1:00:21

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Having a twin brother that plays in the Canadian Football League (CFL) with you on an opposing team is not an everyday occurrence. Jalen Philpot’s rise as the Calgary Stampeders' Swiss Army knife, from the shadow of a CFL legend father to creating his own path as a versatile offensive weapon. In this episode we get into some beverages at Station Si…

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Legacy in the Making: Angela Szubielski & The Wine Spa Halifax 28:37

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The Wine Spa thewinespa.ca Angela Szubielski, owner and founder of the Wine Spa Halifax, shared her entrepreneurial journey from childhood ventures to creating a unique social spa that combines beauty services with wine tasting. She discussed the process of finding the perfect location for her business and highlighted its distinctive features, emph…

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Liberal Leader Shannon Miedema and NDP’s Lisa Robert’s - Did Pollievre Make the Conservatives stay Home? 49:16

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Liberal Candidate Shannon Miedema and NDP candidate Lisa Roberts share their visions for representing the great great city of Halifax at the federal level, answering both prepared questions and random selections from our "Bucket of Democracy." Conservative candidate Mark Boudreau was invited but unable to participate despite multiple scheduling att…

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Craig Steinberg: Web, Brand & Beyond 23:47

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Craig Steinberg [email protected] https://wbcdesigns.com Craig Steinberg is the founder and CEO of WBC Designs, an award-winning web design and digital marketing agency dedicated to helping businesses thrive online. With a B.A. in Psychology from McGill University, Craig blends strategic thinking with creative expertise to deliver impactful digit…

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Tukan Das: Start ups, Scaling Up, and Exciting new ventures in A.I. 1:04:04

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Tapajyoti (Tukan) Das takes us on a fascinating journey from his early days as a computer science student at Dalhousie to becoming a successful tech entrepreneur. He moved from Calcutta to Halifax over two decades ago, and was a co-founder of LeadSift—a company that could extract hundreds of attributes about individuals from their public social med…

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Building Diverse Futures with Nic Sánchez: Supplier Diversity, Equity & Entrepreneurship 27:04

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Currently based in Moncton, NB, Nic is dedicated to driving supplier diversity in their Atlantic regional role for the CGLCC. As Business Development Manager, they are dedicated to supporting 51% 2SLGBTQI+ owned businesses to certify and grow their networks and brands, as diverse suppliers. Feel free to ask Nic about your startup, growth, export, a…

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Cat Green & PigMonkey - Geeks vs. Nerds Reunite, How a Debate Show Built Lasting Friendships 1:05:02

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Andrew prefers the alias PigMonkey to his own name, and for good reason. Who would have thought a simple show he helped create would change the lives of people such as Cat Green, who is reviving the popular Geeks vs. Nerds s for a great cause. This episode covers, Superman, cancer survival, Klingons, autism, the history and challengers of Geeks vs.…

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Money Clarity with Lillian Hausgaard: Where Bookkeeping Meets Strategy 32:36

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Since founding Hausgaard Bookkeeping & Tax Services Inc. on January 20, 2022, Lillian has combined a unique blend of expertise and insight to bridge the gap between accounting and bookkeeping. With a background at one of the big 4 accounting firms, she recognized a crucial disconnect in the financial services sector. Accountants excel at presenting…

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Mike Jack Eats Heat - Guinness World Record Holder for Extremely Hot Pepper Consumption 1:02:13

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Mike Jack joins us on a Wing Night Wednesday at Jungle Jims in Bayers Lake to share his journey as an 18-time Guinness World Record holder and champion Carolina Reaper eater who has built a career around consuming extreme levels of spice, creating signature his own hot sauces, and competing worldwide in spicy pepper eating challenges. Check out Mik…

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Fatu Kaba amplifying stories of resilience, peace, and transformation. 24:00

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Fatu Kaba is an award-winning peace activist, TEDx Speaker, author, and founder of both FatuM and HEARTS Global Network. Through HEARTS Global, she focuses on empowering marginalized communities and amplifying underrepresented voices through education, entrepreneurial leadership, and storytelling. HEARTS Global’s initiatives include the “Heartfelt”…

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Mathieu Gagnon - Sober Carpenter - How two Canadian brothers created an international non alcohol craft beer brand. 45:38

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This episode was recorded in January but its the perfect episode to listen to after a boozy St. Patricks day. This is our very first Craft Beer in Canada: Non - Alcohol Edition. Mathieu Gagnon is one of two brewing brothers who previously owned an alcoholic brewery identified a gap in the quality non-alcoholic beer market and created Sober Carpente…

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Flex Your Power: Strength, Confidence & Body-Positive Fitness with Becky Lalonde 25:08

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Jennifer “Becky” Lalonde is a certified personal trainer and wellness coach dedicated to empowering women to move with confidence through fitness and body positivity. With a BSc in Nutrition and a diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion and 4 years of experience, she brings extensive knowledge and expertise to her clients. As a Certified Personal T…