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Mullinger's Weekly Ramble

James Mullinger/Podstarter

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British comedian James Mullinger has taken Canada by storm. Sold out shows across the country, appearances on CBC's The Debaters, movies, TV shows, festivals, awards, magazines, stand up specials - since moving to Atlantic Canada ten years ago he's done it all. But right now, he just needs to ramble.... If you have questions for James or are looking for advice or recommendations, James will be happy to answer your questions on the show. Please email: comedy@jamesmullinger.com
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Innovation can happen anywhere. Broadcaster Wade Cleveland interviews entrepreneurs, business leaders, and difference makers in rural Nova Scotia. Ignited presents you with the stories, dreams, and experiences of dynamic individuals building bright futures in small towns. Keep your finger on the pulse of innovation in Nova Scotia with Ignited.
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Canadian Love Map

Charm Diamond Centres

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Charm Diamond Centres proudly presents The Canadian Love Map. This podcast is on a mission to tell Canada’s love stories. Everyday stories of discovery, loss, curiosity, and love. Real people overcoming differences, distance, and doubt. Stories that are rich in character, colourful in setting, raw in honesty and inspiring in their complexity. Love isn’t a straight line. It’s complex. It’s a journey. And everyone needs a good love story. Join author, former news anchor, and lifelong storytell ...
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A show dedicated to defining, demystifying, and making the work of Social Enterprises more accessible to the Nova Scotian business community. We learn alongside our listeners by interviewing local entrepreneurs who’ve decided to use business for good, and who value prosperity beyond profit. Nova Scotians who want to shape their businesses to benefit communities, culture, and the environment. Who knows? You may be closer to running a Social Enterprise than you think!
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Podstarter

Podstarter.io

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Podcasting is hard. That's why we want to share no nonsense tips and insight, to help you launch and improve. So if you want to find your voice, your audience and your passion- this is the podcast for you. https://www.podstarter.io/
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All Hands on Tech, hosted by Eilish and Greg, brings together Nova Scotia’s tech community to uncover the secrets of what makes our province the best place for collaboration, innovation, and growth. Each episode hear from local digital experts as we dive into all of the amazing things happening in Nova Scotia’s fastest-growing sector and learn why so many organizations and individuals are calling Canada’s Ocean Playground home. All Hands on Tech is proudly produced by Digital Nova Scotia (DN ...
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Accessibility Ally is a podcast brought to you by Sea Change CoLab and Podstarter. In 10 episodes we aim to have conversations with folks who have disabilities, and those who are also accessibility allies, to help change the narrative. Throughout the series we chat with business managers, adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, organizations, government, and institutions working in the space of accessibility; who all support adults and children with intellectual and developm ...
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Two longtime friends, both Canadian – one black, one white, and both men – explore what it looks like to adopt the mindset of an inclusive society. Instead of asking, ”How do we get there?”, Jake and Chris discuss what does it look like to act as if we’re there already.
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Every founder's journey is unique. At Propel, we strive to inspire current and budding entrepreneurs by unpacking important moments that our guests, founders just like you, have experienced in their entrepreneurial journey. In Founder Journeys with Propel, host Kathryn Lockhart, CEO of Propel, will talk with aspiring entrepreneurs about what led them to become founders and what kept them going when giving up seemed like the only choice. You’ll learn about their greatest failures so far, and ...
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I'm A Business, Man

Nevell Provo and Corvell Beals

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Nevell Provo and Corvell Beals are brothers turned business partners. Together they have launched multiple businesses of all kinds, facing numerous lessons, challenges and triumphs. These are the true stories of what it is to be a black entrepreneur in Canada, bringing business and entrepreneurship to the culture. Tune in as they discuss of building their businesses, investing, and all things getting to the bag.
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Minimum Viable Podcast

Owen Sagness and Doug Armour

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Startups want to talk with Owen Sagness. As an entrepreneur in residence, Owen has recognized the common problem earlier stage companies face. He has an outstanding track record building some of the world’s largest online businesses. Every week, his co-host and serial entrepreneur Doug Armour will pick Owen’s brain about the common problems new ventures face as they start up and scale up.
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This podcast is for those working in automotive retail. Host John Latka is the founder and president of Automotive Business Solutions and has over 30 years of retail automotive experience and an undeniable track record in sales leadership, employee development, and performance management. The goal is to help listeners improve operational efficiency and increase sales by sharing ways and means we’ve used to help others. This includes aligning and balancing people, process, technology, culture ...
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We understand the value of a good mentor. Our hope is to provide bite-sized content that resonates with anyone wanting to learn more about business, make a shift in their career, start their own business, or just tune in for a few laughs. Our purpose is to educate and inspire you through personal experiences, as well as other industry experts and their stories.
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WorkShift

Workers' Compensation Board of Nova Scotia

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It’s been said that we learn from experience. But we can learn a lot more when we add the experiences of others to our own. On WorkShift, we're putting leaders in workplace safety on the mic to talk health, safety, but most of all, leadership in a world that has changed forever. Hear the stories behind their successes, and their failures, and how they’re meeting the same challenges you may be facing. Whether you’re a leader or someone who enjoys inspiring conversations, WorkShift will change ...
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Soft Power Cymru

Wales in Canada

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As we’re all getting excited to get behind Wales as they’re about to enter the world’s biggest football tournament, we are pleased to release this very special podcast. Welcome to Soft Power Cymru, a show about Welsh sports diplomacy. In celebration of Wales in Canada where we are looking to deepen our existing relationships and grow new ones. This podcast series focuses on the power of sports diplomacy in Wales, the connection between Wales and Canada in sports and how Wales is punching abo ...
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Africville Forever

Podstarter Productions / Frequency Podcast Network

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In 1969, the last home in the Black community of Africville was flattened. The bulldozer was hired by a city that had schemed to claim this valuable land for generations. In this 5 part series, we tell the story of this unique and beautiful place. Born out of adversity, it thrived as a safe haven for people of African descent in Canada. If you care about racism, displaced peoples and social justice, then you need to know the story of Africville Forever. Hosted by Eddy Carvery III & Alfred Bu ...
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Somebody Must Say These Things is an 8-part series that fully investigates Violence Against Women in Nova Scotia. By speaking with survivors and the women who make it their mission to end the issue for good, this podcast casts a stark, unapologetic light on our society’s continued insufficient acknowledgement of Violence Against Women. We follow the stories of survivors and examine the critical, unappreciated role of transition houses. We also speak with the boots-on-the-ground workers who f ...
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This is the Little Blue Suitcase podcast, hosted by Jason McDowall. This podcast recounts the true love story between Bill and Doreen Lewis, told in their own words through the dramatization of their 100s of love letters from the Second World War. Join us on this journey of resilience, courage, and, most importantly, love. To learn more, visit littlebluesuitcase.ca Bill voiced by Connor Sampson Doreen voiced by Grace McNutt
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Some great ideas fail. Others soar beyond imagination. But what is the winning formula? Why do some succeed while others do not? Host Dennis Young is the Founder and Managing Director of Barrington Edge. He helps companies solve their most challenging business issues: rapid growth, disruption and mentorship. In this podcast, you will meet incredible business visionaries who have been there and done it. You will learn some of the key steps and strategies that have launched truly successful co ...
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Welcome to The Discover Halifax Podcast. A podcast that highlights the unique and unparalleled local expertise, innovation, and infrastructure of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Your host Paul Bailey will interview local experts and global leaders about Life Sciences, Natural Resources, Aerospace, Oceans and Technology. Learn why Halifax is the smart city to host your conference, delegates, and clients. If you’re an event or meeting planner, an association or corporate group this is the Podcas ...
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The startup community is back! A night of fun and adventure across Halifax to see some of the coolest startups around. A Startup Crawl is exactly what it sounds like. It brings our startup ecosystem together for a journey to different businesses over the night, full of networking opportunities, catchup sessions, interactive experiences, with lots of fun surprises along the way. We welcome all who are curious about the startup ecosystem and are open to exciting experiences. This podcast is a ...
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Trans Canada Stories

Cynthia Sweeney, Emma Stanley

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When you turn on the news and tune into a story about trans people today, there is a whole lot of drama, misinformation, and conspiracy to cut through. On Trans Canada Stories, we want to hear the real life stories of trans Canadians (and allies) to set the record straight. Most trans people live normal lives filled with the same routines that anyone else might experience: grocery shopping, paying taxes, walking their dog, and so on. It's time to hear their stories. Trans Canada Stories want ...
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Atlantic International Film Festival

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The 2023 Atlantic International Film Festival is just around the corner, and with it comes a new line-up of films across a fresh collection of streams. This podcast showcases the voices of filmmakers whose work will feature in the 2023 program, going deep behind the vision and motivation for each film. Find out More: https://atlanticfilmfestival.ca/ Produced by Podstarter https://www.podstarter.io/
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If you love wine, business and the thrill of new ventures. Then Avondale Sky Winery is the show for you. In 2019, the Coutinho family took a leap of faith. They bought a winery with no previous experience in the winemaking industry. Nestled in rural Nova Scotia, this podcast captures the ups and downs of their first 2 years running Avondale Sky Winery. This is the story of risk, passion and family. A story about rural life and community. A story of adapting to survive and learning to thrive. ...
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Going To The Show

Martin MacKinnon

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Do you worry about the future of Minor Hockey in Canada? Going to the show is a podcast about a love for Minor League Hockey and has an important message about the care necessary in the development of youth hockey leagues, and the ways in which the current league may be affecting the kids playing. The goal is to create a discussion around the families, coaches, referees, players and spectators that are all involved in this beloved sport. Hosted by coach, father and avid beer leaguer, Martin ...
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ZapChat: Connected Leader Conversations is for manufacturing leaders looking for insight and knowledge sharing on key industry issues and pain points. With the aim to start and continue important conversations through our relationships with manufacturing leaders, ZapChat covers the highs and lows of the industry, best practice sharing and an insightful and varied outlook on common successes, pain points and evolutions within the sector. Richard Milnes, Zaptic’s CEO hosts ZapChat - Connected ...
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Creating Communities of Care

Creating Communities of Care

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In an effort to address the barriers and gaps in care experienced by African Nova Scotian and Urban Indigenous women in Kjipuktuk (Halifax, Nova Scotia), four organizations banded together to provide culturally-specific programming to address the issue of gender-based violence as it appears in these two communities. Inspired by Indigenous customary law and Afrocentricity, these programs aim to address the failures of our inherited colonial systems by connecting women with other members of th ...
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How is it possible to check every box in the modern world? Eat right, sleep enough, wake up early, watch all the latest shows, read the latest book, be in shape, educate yourself properly, educate your children, take care of yourself, your significant other and offspring, all the while smiling and saying the right thing at the right time. Where is the give? Where is the golden ticket? Can you buy it? Eat it? Travel to it? Etc... Listen to 'You're good. You're enough', hosted by Mark Fry. Whe ...
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The Mess

Cape Breton Highlanders Association

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Welcome to the Mess: 150 years of Cape Breton Highlander tradition. For the last 150 years, the Cape Breton Highlanders have welcomed men and women from all walks of life into our ranks. Together, we have protected the lives and homes of Canadians across the country in conflicts such as World War I, World War II, and the War in Afghanistan. We have also preserved a fierce and passionate Highland-Scot tradition through their colours, tartans, songs, and stories. The Cape Breton Highlanders ar ...
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Let’s face it – seniors care is a complex business that provides a much needed service to residents and families during a really tough chapter in their lives. The beginning of this key relationship can be filled with anxiety, stress and worry and yet, there is a better way to bring residents, families and staff together. This podcast is specifically crafted for seniors care leaders, staff, and the families of residents, who share the common goal of the best possible care for their loved one ...
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Join Matt and Anuj as they explore a creative solution for Canada's affordable housing crisis, with guest Ron Lovett, CEO of VIDA. The three sit down for an in-depth discussion about VIDA's socially responsible and purpose-driven approaches. Discover Ron's inspiring journey of finding purpose in business through community engagement. Learn about th…
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All Hands on Tech hosts, Greg and Eilish, are joined by Matt Spurway, the Executive Director of GEO Nova Scotia, as he shares the origin and evolution of his beloved organization! The mission began with Between the Bridges - an initiative in Dartmouth North back in 2016, which aimed to bring together various sectors to tackle tough social issues, b…
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Today's love story comes from Randy & Jocelyne Robinson of Vancouver, BC. This mother-son duo graduated from university one day apart and kept their bond as close as ever. Randy, who graduated in law and Jocelyn with her PhD in education and sciences, these two are an unstoppable pair. Now, six years after grad, they join us to share what they have…
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In the 20th episode of your new favorite podcast, James rambles about success, failure, fridges, sandwiches, the Euro final, the Copa America final, Ballet By The Ocean, football fans, Roger Federer, Michale Jordan, Yip Cider, books, Blackpool, Bournemouth, crying and Trump's near assassination and answers all of your crazy questions! Learn more ab…
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Michelle Mahoney, Accessibility Officer at Kings University, and Morgane Evans, a former Dalhousie student who works in communications, share their experiences around accessibility and education. They chat with host Corrie Melanson about the importance of inclusive education and advocating for accessibility in Nova Scotia, with a focus on shifting …
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Today's love story comes from Mark Brand from Vancouver, BC. What started as an idea, a thought, a dream - turned into a foundation that impacted millions and continues to grow. Mark is an example that if you want something and have ideas to get there, you can. He took the problem of food insecure individuals in Canada, used his love of cooking, an…
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In the 19th episode, Mullinger rambles about last night's Argentina Vs Canada game, the Qplex water slides, Yogi Bear Campground, John Candy, hockey, Woodstock, Katelin Dean, Dooryard Arts Festival, Beverly Hills Cop 4, Sandwich Junkies, collecting Panini and Topps stickers, Long Bay beer, cancelled camps, scooter safety, Ethan Ash, kayaking, Villa…
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Join hosts Ashley and Claire as they immerse themselves into the world of tech marketing with Katie Langton, a Marketing Technology Strategist at Verb Interactive. Founded in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in 2004, Verb Interactive is a digital marketing and technology company specializing in travel and hospitality. The conversation spans a range of topics,…
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It's been two weeks since the last episode and James rambles why. His father and uncle were visiting New Brunswick from England and America respectively and they have experienced a plethora of delights including Chef Alex Haun's lobster feast, the world class Southwest Business Summit in Saint Andrews, a show in Dorchester at the first ever British…
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We should always feel supported by our community, specifically by our local institutions. Human Rights Activist, Vicki Levack, joins Corrie this episode to discuss the challenges faced by people with disabilities in accessing employment and housing, as well as their experiences advocating for social justice and human rights in Canada. The two chat …
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Today's story belongs to Arta Rexhepi from Kosovo (and from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia). With grief and loss, comes hope and new beginnings. Meet Arta, a Kosovo-born woman who had to flee her country during the war and start anew with her family in Canada. She moved 25 years ago, went to college to graduate in journalism and now, Arta has a family and …
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Today's love story comes from Steph & Katie Burlton from Vancouver, BC. What started as an innocent meeting at dance class, turned into something magical. Steph and Katie fell head-over-heels for each other and decided that they would travel the world together all while documenting their adventures. With Steph's tech and videography skills paired w…
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Join hosts Eilish and Greg for Season 3, Episode 42 of "All Hands on Tech," titled "Pocket-Sized Peace of Mind: Exploring the Stethophone's Impact on Health Care." In this episode, they speak with Mark Opauszky, CEO of Sparrow BioAcoustics, the Atlantic Canadian-born company behind the Stethophone—a software that transforms smartphones into medical…
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In this final episode of Season 3, Wade chats with Richard Piotrowski who is the publisher of Brewers Journal Canada. He is also the newly hired Executive Director of the Yarmouth and Area Chamber of Commerce. Richard describes himself as a Serial Entrepreneur, always looking for exciting opportunities. The story of his discovery of the Yarmouth ar…
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Today's story comes from Greg Scott & Hali ScottSmith from Hornby Island, BC. Finding common ground with your child can be tough (especially during those pre-teen years), but Greg Scott made it his mission to not only form genuine bonds with both his children - but share it with the rest of the world. From taking his son to bike across Canada toget…
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James is off to Prince Edward Island for two shows and rambles about Father's Day, Conor McGregor, favorite authors, the 10th anniversary of No Jokes Barred, yet another trip to Halifax, Lebanese entrepreneurs, his latest crisis of confidence, moustaches, ferries, Rik Mayall, England Vs Serbia, the upcoming arrival of his father in New Brunswick an…
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Intersectionality is often left out of the conversation when it comes to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. In this discussion, we make intersectionality the focus, as we sit down with Liza Arnason. Liza is the Founder and Chair of the Board of Directors of the ASE (pronounced ah-SHAY) Community Foundation for Black Canadians with Dis…
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Today's story belongs to Melanie Chambers, of London, Ontario. High school is tough for most, but harder when you have a bully. Melanie shares how she, years later, reached out to her high school bully for questions and received not only answers - but a new friend. She uncovers how meeting her bully years after high school impacted her, how she mov…
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Join hosts Eilish and Greg for Season 3 Episode 41 of All Hands on Tech: Bringing Indigenous Representation to the Tech Sector Table! In this special episode, released during National Indigenous History Month, the pair engage in a compelling discussion with Michael Hebert, founder and CEO of Turtle Island Technology Solutions. The conversation delv…
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James is in Halifax, Nova Scotia filming his dream sitcom, but takes some time out to visit the brand new Podstarter studio to ramble about Snoop Dogg, the Trailer Park Boys, Nancy Regan's fudge, British television, where Flicks Video Store in Rothesay used to be, Pigeons, the New Brunswick Book Awards, A.I., the Evening Standard, Calactus Restaura…
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Today's story belongs to Fran and Matt Hrabluk, of Mississauga, Ontario. Although every marriage is special, some are just made of tougher stuff. Fran and Matt, for example, are celebrating a big anniversary this year: seventy years. It was 1954 the year Fran and Matt, two young lovers from humble farming backgrounds, decided to tie the knot. Over …
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In this episode we explore and identify Deaf culture and the importance of fostering inclusive education, shedding light on the joys and challenges faced by the deaf community in a predominantly hearing world. Your host Corrie Melanson, is joined by Holly and their interpreter Mae. Holly is queer, Indigenous, and Deaf. Holly shares their experience…
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Today's story comes from Belinda and Carol Bigold, from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Lots of families bond over baking, but very few take that fondness to the next level. If you ask Belinda and Carol, they'd say it was a no-brainer. Carol's fearless nature and impeccable baking talents paired splendidly with her daughter's business acumen and tenacity, resu…
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James rambles about The Mighty Miramichi, Zendaya, Noddy, Euro 2024, Physical Media, Moncton Headstart, Costco on a Sunday, local newspapers and answers all of your intimate and revealing questions including favourite ice cream flavour, the most difficult decision he ever had to make, New Brunswickers Vs. Nova Scotians and what came first: the chic…
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Join hosts, Ashley and Claire, for Season 3 Episode 40 of All Hands on Tech! Listen along to this insightful conversation featuring Thierry Battistini, GM of Matera Canada, as we delve into Matera's role as a financial powerhouse in Latin America and beyond. We explore the company's innovative strides in core banking and instant payment solutions, …
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Trans Canada Stories is about sharing trans stories and celebrating trans people and allies, from coast-to-coast-to-coast. In episode 7 'AccessAbility Week and Toilet Talk', we’re shaking it up a little, in the spirit of celebrating equity and inclusion. This week is National AccessAbility Week! The theme of this year's Accessibility Week is Forwar…
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Malcolm Seaboyer is a marketing manager working in tourism and on the side – and strictly voluntarily – works with a great group of dedicated volunteers on the Y-CON Gaming & Comics Convention. Y-CON has shown enormous growth since its beginnings in 2019, enduring through the pandemic, growing steadily. and this year it has outgrown its original lo…
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Today's story comes from Amanda and Pierina Procino Di Zazzo, from Montreal, Quebec. The pandemic was a strange and challenging time for everyone, but amidst the darkness there were opportunities for joy. Many rekindled relationships with friends and family, or immersed themselves in the hobbies and pass times working life separated them from years…
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This week James has a jolly old ramble about Oleksandr Usyk’s scrap with Tyson Fury in Saudi Arabia, the hot weather, his parents' 50th wedding anniversary, paving his driveway, malls in the 80s, what the best dog breed is, Jump Rope for Heart, thrill seeking, what's happening in the UK right now, polar bear urine and moose snot, driving a ferryboa…
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There is no doubt that being accessible by 2030 is a huge goal! In this episode, your host Corrie Melanson, sits down with Dawn Stegen and Terri Lynn Almeda, to discuss how the many moving pieces of accessibility can work together to ensure an accessible future for our province. Dawn is the Executive Director of the Accessibility Directorate. Terri…
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Today's story comes from Mary Jane Copps of Halifax, Nova Scotia, and Natasha Marchewka of Santa Clarita, California. This story started decades ago, when a then 23-year-old MJ got together with 12-year-old Natasha's divorced father. Almost immediately, MJ grew deeply attached to Natasha and her younger sister, and embraced her new title of step-mo…
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Mullinger rambles about cracked ribs, food prices, Oscar Wilde’s tour of the Maritimes, boozing in the Maritimes when rum was 70%, Baby Reindeer's real Martha, food prices, Yip Cider, Attack on Wembley, Chick-fil-A, malls, The Fall Guy and supporting your local cinema. Find out more about James Podstarter.io…
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Nicole LeBlanc, Partner at Woven Capital, joins Kathryn Lockhart to share her experiences navigating the global startup ecosystem. In this discussion, Nicole emphasizes the importance of networking and relationships in securing meetings with potential investors and discussed the current challenges faced by startups, including geopolitical market dy…
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Join hosts, Ashley and Claire, for our latest episode of All Hands on Tech! In this episode, we delve into the world of tech recruitment with Venor; a recruitment firm based on the East Coast that's dedicated to fostering success in Atlantic Canada's business community. Listen along as we discover strategies for navigating the dynamic tech job mark…
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This episode we’re featuring an interview with Terri McDowell (She/Her), who has built a career working in a traditionally male dominated industry. As an award-winning trans woman, who rose to the C-Suite level on her own terms, Terri reflects on her growth both professionally and personally. Terri is a Senior Tax Partner with EY: Ernst Young. Glob…
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Today's story comes from Farideh Olson, of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. For a lot of new mothers, an unexpected part of the journey comes when figuring out your "new normal." After all, having a baby radically changes your day-to-day lifestyle, especially for mothers. For the free-spirited, hard-rocking Farideh, motherhood meant having to step away fro…
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Mullinger rambles about his weekend in Halifax, nerves, Love Lies Bleeding, almost fainting on stage, the roast of Tom Brady, vocal exercises, what he's reading including Matthew Perry's autobiography, swimming at the YMCA, failing on live television, his parents, the dating game in Atlantic Canada, errors of judgement, how he relaxes, pet peeves, …
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In the heart of West Baltimore, a neighbourhood grapples with the profound impact of systemic inequities that have shaped its trajectory for generations. Amidst the vacant lots and dilapidated houses lies a community striving to reclaim its narrative and forge a path towards resilience and renewal. A recent immersive volunteer experience in this ne…
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It would be hard to find a more amazing, local example of an exceptional partnership for change in accessibility than that of 2 Crows Brewing and the Prescrott Group! In this episode we sit down with Eric Dupont, who is the Operations Manager at 2 Crows Brewing in Halifax. 2 Crows partners with Prescott Group to hire adults with intellectual and de…
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Today's story belongs to Kate Leth, of Halifax, Nova Scotia. It's not uncommon to start off the new year with a resolution. For a lot of us, that usually takes the form of sacrifice or change, like drinking less coffee or going to the gym. For one Canadian cartoonist and writer, however, that didn't fit right. Kate Leth started the year looking for…
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James rambles with his dear friend and performing partner Ethan Ash about surprises, bowling, donairs, Ritalin, Yip Cider, Valley Sands, mental health, their big show at the Imperial Theatre and the joyful past few weeks of rehearsals with the world class talents of the Saint John Youth Orchestra plus they answer all of your questions! If you have …
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Join hosts Claire and Ashley as they kick off Season 3 of All Hands on Tech from the brand-new studio of This Is Marketing in downtown Dartmouth. In this episode, they sit down with Neil Stephen, CEO of This Is Marketing, to explore the agency's journey, services, and vision for the future. Discover how This Is Marketing started and the diverse ser…
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Dr. Daniel Rasic is a practicing psychiatrist focused on treatment of service members and first responders. Virtual Hallway is a game changer for Rural areas. It enables GPs and nurse practitioners to connect with specialists quickly, getting consultations done in hours or days that previously would take months to happen, helping to eliminate waitl…
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To wrap up this season, we reflect on post-2020 mass shooting challenges linked to gender-based violence. Despite a recommended $25.6 million funding increase, transition houses still struggle with inadequate funding, affecting staff retention and service quality. While grassroots efforts provide some support, as well as some funding from the gover…
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Today's story belongs to Paul, of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Growing up can be tough, especially if you're juggling the responsibilities of childhood with the anxiety of caring for an ailing parent. For Paul, his mother's bipolar disorder was a constant fixation of his young life. It was a weight he carried with him wherever he went... that is until he …
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Taylor Swift, mental health, gambling, prison, Jontay Porter, quests, colours, SWAT, children, Tim Hortons, best and worst celebrity encounters are just some of the subjects that Mullinger is rambling about this week. If you have questions for James or are looking for advice or recommendations, James will be happy to answer your questions on the sh…
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In today’s solo episode, you’ll be getting a masterclass in how to better navigate and manage expectations, from both the perspective of staff and families in seniors’ care. I’ll break down the formula of Disappointment = Expectations – Reality (from Chip Conley, Emotional Equations book) and how we can reframe “unrealistic expectations” into a per…
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