Best The City Of Mount Pleasant Podcasts (2024)

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Join the Isle of Palms Connector Run: A Race for a Cause 15:47

7h ago15:47

15:47

Join Michelle Priest, Run Chairman and Deb Barr, Sponsor Chair of the Isle of Palms Connector Run as they talk to host Bill Macchio about healing, preventing and raising awareness for Child Abuse, and about how people and businesses can get involved. GET INVOLVED: https://www.ioprun.com/registar SPONSOR: https://www.ioprun.com/sponsor VOLUNTEER: ht…

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Mid Michigan Lakers Men's Basketball Assistant Coach & Detroit Lions Writer Christian Booher joins the show 32:27

13h ago32:27

32:27

Christian Booher joins the show this week as he talks about his time the last few seasons with the Mid Michigan Lakers Women's basketball team and his new transition to the Men's team - PLUS - as a Detroit Lions writer for Lions on SI, Chris talks about what to expect from the Lions this season.By Kyle Sandel

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Mount Pleasant Football Preview with Coach McIntyre 16:37

8d ago16:37

16:37

Coach Mac joins this weeks show to talk about the upcoming season, what he has been up to this summer, and what to expect from the Oilers this season. Check it out on all podcast platforms!By Kyle Sandel

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Beal City Girls Basketball Coaches Interview with Easton Yuncker and Caitlin Smith 23:10

15d ago23:10

23:10

Beal City Girls Varsity Coach Easton Yuncker and Beal's new Girls JV Coach Caitlin Smith sit down this week to talk about summer league, the upcoming season, and their new dynamic working together as coaches.By Kyle Sandel

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CMU Sports Summer Update with Voice of the Chippewas - Adam Jaksa 32:40

22d ago32:40

32:40

Adam Jaksa joins the show this week as he talks through his career as the Voice of the Chippewas. He dives into his favorite moments with Central, and what to look forward to with the all of the different teams this upcoming school year.By Kyle Sandel

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Beal City Football Summer Update with Head Coach Brad Gross 10:26

29d ago10:26

10:26

For the first episode of the Buck92 Sports Show, Beal City Football Coach Brad Gross sits down to talk about the upcoming season, what to look forward to, and the work his guys have been putting in over the summer!By Kyle Sandel

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Understanding South Carolina’s New Firearm Law: A Conversation with Chief Kevin Cornett 20:15

2M ago20:15

20:15

Kevin Cornett, Chief of Police, Isle of Palms, SC chats with host Bill Macchio in this episode of the Island Vibes Podcast. Chief Cornett talks about how he got into law enforcement, the different jobs he's done within police departments in South Carolina, and how it was he became the Chief of Police ... in Springdale, and later IOP. About halfway …

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Episode 100! - Does Vancouver Have a Defining Food Image? 2:32:35

3M ago2:32:35

2:32:35

Welcome to the Episode 100 extravaganza! In honour of this milestone, we catch up with former Track & Food podcast co-host, Mickey McLeod, and friend of the podcast, Tristan Young, of The Keefer Bar. Then, with the help of industry vets Shira Blustein (Acorn, Lila), James Langford-Smith (Pamplemousse Jus), James Iranzad (Gooseneck Hospitality), and…

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Building Bridges, Recognizing Heroes: Isle of Palms LENS Foundation, Featuring Co-Chair Kitty Riley 7:47

3M ago7:47

7:47

Join us as Isle of Palms LENS Foundation Co-Chairman Kitty Riley chats with host Zach Giroux about their mission to support the Isle of Palms Police Department (IOPPD) and foster positive relationships between officers and the community. Learn how LENS provides recognition for our dedicated officers, funding for advanced training, and vital support…

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Events & Shouts 6:12

4M ago6:12

6:12

In this episode of MP City Chat, City Manager Ed Thatcher talks about the City's involvement in recent family events and changes for the coming year. Plus a shout out to the people behind the scenes who keep the City running. MP City Chat discusses the hot topics happening within the City of Mount Pleasant, TX.…

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Demythologizing Poverty with Local Expert, Tracy Smith-Carrier 50:17

5M ago50:17

50:17

Will poverty always be a systemic issue? This is the question at the heart of Tracy Smith-Carrier’s article, “Implementing a basic income means overcoming myths about the ‘undeserving poor’”, published in The Conversation last December – and the focus of today’s interview with its author. Smith-Carrier has studied poverty for over 25 years, and is …

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An Inside Look at the Controversial Mount Pleasant BIA Expansion 1:10:28

6M ago1:10:28

1:10:28

Back in the fall, I received some good intel, via text, about a peculiar issue brewing up along Main Street, regarding the Mount Pleasant Business Improvement Association(BIA). The problem was a proposed expansion of where the BIA lines fell, with the Main and 19-29th Street areas considered a new addition. The text suggested a lot of pushback from…

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Is the BC Restaurant Industry in a Crisis? 59:38

7M ago59:38

59:38

Whether at work or with friends, one of the more common questions posed to me is: “Where do you recommend going for dinner?” In a city as varied and culturally diverse as Vancouver, options for delicious fare seem endless. But despite the abundance of intrigue and hard-to-book tables, the local sector is in peril (much like the beer industry featur…

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What's Going on with the BC Craft Beer Industry? 1:11:50

7M ago1:11:50

1:11:50

If you had asked me what I thought ‘craft beer’ was when I first moved to Vancouver, back in 2009, my answer would have been something vague about its ‘higher quality’. Fast forward to today, and layers of experiences, flavours and perspectives add nuance and understanding to what the beer sector signifies. Market capitalization and interest usuall…

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Jimmy Ward, Seeking Re-election for Isle of Palms City Council 9:57

10M ago9:57

9:57

Jimmy Ward tells host Zach Giroux about his bid for re-election to the Isle of Palms City Council, aiming to bolster the city's budget and address drainage and bus service issues. As a city council member with four non-consecutive terms and 37 years of experience as a CPA, Ward has a keen eye on the needs of Isle of Palms and is dedicated to servin…

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2023 Isle of Palms City Council Election: Kevin Popson (Candidate for Re-election) 8:14

10M ago8:14

8:14

Kevin Popson is running for re-election to the Isle of Palms City Council. He originally got involved with the IOP City Council, not because he wanted to be a politician, but because he felt as a land developer and home builder he had the experience to help with some of the city's projects at the time, such as the renovation of the Public Safety Bu…

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2023 Isle of Palms City Council Election: Ashley Carroll 11:54

10M ago11:54

11:54

Ashley Carroll is running for Isle of Palms City Council. Carroll moved here in 2008, attended the College of Charleston and decided to run for city council because of her love for the Isle of Palms. She said IOP is an awesome small-town community that offers the feel of a neighborhood. In reference to the referendum issue, she sees a lot of discor…

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2023 Isle of Palms City Council Election: Rusty Streetman (Candidate for Re-election) 19:04

10M ago19:04

19:04

Listen to Rusty Streetman’s vision for serving the Isle of Palms. If voted again to the Isle of Palms City Council, Streetman would like to do things like bring projects that have begun across the finish line, serve his community and address important issues such as parking and Short Term Rental caps facing the city. 🏛️ Find more details on casting…

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Predicting the Michelin Stars with James Iranzad, James Langford-Smith and Heidi Noble 1:34:12

11M ago1:34:12

1:34:12

In this newest edition of the triple(J) - H series, prominent former winemaker Heidi Noble joins alongside James Iranzad (Gooseneck Hospitality) and James Langford-Smith (Pamplemousse Jus) to help predict who will win, keep, and possibly move up in year two of Vancouver's Michelin guide. Enjoy! This year's announcement is on October 5th.…

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Ending Homelessness Through Direct Cash Transfers with UBC Professor Dr. Jiaying Zhao 26:54

11M ago26:54

26:54

In 2018, Vancouver non-profit Foundations for Social Change, along with researchers from UBC, set out to do a small experiment: a one-year trial where they gave a lump sum of $7,500 cash, no strings attached, directly to people experiencing homelessness to see whether the direct cash method would provide them with a leg up finding stable housing, o…

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The Therapeutic Potential of MDMA With Journalist and Author, Rachel Nuwer 53:39

1y ago53:39

53:39

In this episode, award-winning freelance journalist, Rachel Nuwer, discusses her fantastic and revelatory new book, I Feel Love: MDMA and the Quest for Connection in a Fractured World. Featuring the real life stories of many intriguing characters, from ravers to PTSD sufferers, Nuwer's book covers a lot of ground: from how MDMA (aka Ectasy or "Moll…

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Edward Slingerland and James Iranzad Make the Case for Moderate Alcohol Consumption 1:04:36

1y ago1:04:36

1:04:36

Two years ago, I was fortunate enough to speak with UBC Professor Edward Slingerland regarding his then-new book, Drunk: How We Sipped, Danced, and Stumbled Our Way to Civilization (take a listen to the June 16th, 2021 episode here). If you haven’t already read it, Drunk is a fantastic and sometimes hilarious examination of drunkenness, how being d…

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Three Kelowna Entrepreneurs Discuss Okanagan Hospitality 1:09:47

1y ago1:09:47

1:09:47

To get a more comprehensive perspective of what’s happening in Kelowna, I reached out to a few local entrepreneurs who’ve helped revitalize the community with many of their brands: David Paterson (Tantalus Vineyards, Vice & Virtue Brewing); Kyle Nixon (BNA Brewing Co., Skinny Duke’s Glorious Emporium, Bernie’s Supper Club and Cinema); and Casey Gre…

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Talking 'Ranking Culture' with Jacob Richler, of Canada's 100 Best 48:22

1y ago48:22

48:22

In this episode, Jacob Richler, founder and publisher of Canada's most diverse and influential restaurant ranking, Canada's 100 Best, discusses his years as a food critic, why he created this list in the first place, how the judging process unfolds, and where he sees things evolving in the year ahead... Enjoy! Canada's 100 Best launched in 2015. La…

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Breaking Down the Van Mag Awards, with James Iranzad and James Langford-Smith 1:35:35

1+ y ago1:35:35

1:35:35

The boys are back for another “triple J” episode, chockfull with their in-depth insights and immeasurable humour… This time around, James Iranzad (Gooseneck Hospitality) and James Langford-Smith (Pamplemousse Jus) share their opinions on the Vancouver Magazine 2023 Restaurant Awards finalists, and break down Vancouver’s restaurant scene as a whole.…

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David Fairey and Anelyse Weiler Discuss the Migrant Worker Piece Rate System 49:57

1+ y ago49:57

49:57

While reading The Tyee back in late January, a story by labour economist, David Fairey (who is also a research associate of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives) and Associate Professor of Sociology at UVic, Anelyse Weiler, caught my eye… In “It’s 2023. BC Farm Workers Deserve Basic Minimum Wage Guarantees”, the authors reveal how our curren…

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Getting Loose and Talking Wine, with Maude Renaud-Brisson, Kelcie Jones and Jenna Briscoe 49:48

1+ y ago49:48

49:48

Recently, I was lucky enough to have Maude Renaud-Brisson (Founder, Apéro Mode), Kelcie Jones (GM, Elephant) and Jenna Briscoe (GM, Café Medina) on to discuss their new endeavour, 'This is Wine School', launching in Chinatown (265 East Pender) this week. These three ladies have already brought much vigour and enthusiasm regarding wine and wine educ…

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Alex Black of Laowai Discusses his New Bar Bagheera 45:43

1+ y ago45:43

45:43

Back for another fun conversation, Alex Black of Laowai joins to talk about his new bar, Bagheera. Located just around the corner, we run through the concept, how things came about, branding, ice machine difficulties and much more. Alex is always candid and insightful. Enjoy!By Jamie Mah/Alex Black

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Corey Mintz Discusses the Noma Closure and What This Means for Labour and Fine Dining Moving Forward 53:46

1+ y ago53:46

53:46

Prominent food journalist, Corey Mintz, jumps on once again to help break down the news of Noma's impending closure at the end of 2024. If you are unfamiliar, the New York Times dropped the story this past Monday with a fully detailed exposé regarding the context and timing of this announcement. Issues with unpaid labour and what this signifies for…

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James Iranzad and James Langford-Smith Make their Predictions for 2023 1:30:37

1+ y ago1:30:37

1:30:37

The boys are back with their insights and predictions for 2023. Recorded a few days before the new year, James Iranzad and James Langford-Smith give the goods on where and how they see the restaurant community evolving this coming year. Yet another classic "triple J episode. Do enjoy!By Jamie Mah/James Iranzad/James Langford-Smith

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Food Journalist Corey Mintz on the Prevalence of Tip Creep at Starbucks and What This Means for Hospitality 1:05:25

1+ y ago1:05:25

1:05:25

After reading Corey Mintz’s NBC News column, ‘Outrage at Starbucks tipping prompt shows people don’t get how the tipping con works‘, I brought on the prominent food journalist to get his unique insights and perspective on the “tip creep”: what is it actually, and what does it mean for the hospitality and business industries moving forwards? For mor…

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James Iranzad and James Langford-Smith on All Things Michelin and Their Fave Vancouver Dishes 1:13:23

2y ago1:13:23

1:13:23

Another episode with James Iranzad and James Langford-Smith is here! In this latest instalment, we discuss Michelin coming to Vancouver, and make our picks as to who will gain a star. We then shift gears to weigh in on our personal favourite Vancouver restaurant dishes. This episode has all the hallmarks of our classic “triple J” banter. Do enjoy.…

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St. Lawrence Owner And Chef, JC Poirier, On Culture, Values, Quebec And His New Cookbook, Where The River Narrows 58:06

2y ago58:06

58:06

Can life get any better for chef and restaurateur, JC Poirier? His restaurant, the Québécois inspired, St. Lawrence, just won its third straight Restaurant of the Year Award from Vancouver Magazine, right on the heels of a third place finish in Canada's Top 100. With Michelin on the way at the end of October, a star is certainly in his sights - whe…

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Drafting Your Ideal Restaurant Lineup With James Iranzad And James Langford-Smith 1:40:23

2y ago1:40:23

1:40:23

In this latest episode James, James and I gather together to draft our ideal restaurant lineup. Influenced by The Ringer’s, The Rewatchables, and the NBA’s all star draft format, we choose from a random selection of Vancouver’s top hospitality veterans to round out our ideal restaurant teams. The rules were simple. 1. Come up with a name and concep…

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UC Santa Barbara Professor Of Environmental Studies Liz Carlisle On Her New Book Healing Grounds And The Deep Roots Of Regenerative Farming 1:03:13

2y ago1:03:13

1:03:13

Presented by Scout Magazine. The book Healing Grounds – Climate, Justice, and the Deep Roots of Regenerative Farming came onto my radar while reading an interview with its author, Liz Carlisle, published last March by Civil Eats, an American news source focused on sustainable food systems. Carlisle, an Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies, …

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Greta Co-founders Casey Greabeiel And Chris Decock On Opening In Vancouver And Becoming Part Of The Community 1:03:25

2y ago1:03:25

1:03:25

A deep dive and fun chat for this one with the co-owners of Greta, Gastown's newest Arcade Bar. Taking over in the old Bourbon on Cordova Street, Chris Decock and Casey Greabeiel reimagine the close to 9,000 square feet of space with a bustling high energy concept of arcade games, cocktails and signature fare. Taking cues from their two previous Gr…

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James Langford-Smith Of Bodega Ridge And James Iranzad Of Gooseneck Hospitality Dish On All Things Vancouver Hospitality 1:18:31

2+ y ago1:18:31

1:18:31

A bit of inside Baseball fun today with this episode as I bring on two close friends in James Iranzad of Gooseneck Hospitality and James Langford-Smith of Bodega Ridge on Galiano Island to talk shop about all things restaurants and bars. While sipping some of James Langford's new wine, Pamplemousse Jus, we run through the gamut of topics from what'…

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Nick Devine Of Edna's Non-Alcoholic Cocktails, Lane Matkovich Of Nonny Beer And Kurtis Kolt Of The Flipside Dish On All Things Non-Alcoholic 58:29

2+ y ago58:29

58:29

Trends in the food industry happen all the time. We can usually spot them a mile away. Ten years ago, craft beer took Vancouver and British Columbia by storm, when the market saw an opening and took full advantage of what was needed and desired. I believe we’re on the cusp of another big movement – this time, with the non-alcoholic sector. New entr…

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BBC Food Journalist Dan Saladino On His New Book, Eating To Extinction: The World's Rarest Foods And Why We Need To Save Them 1:12:02

2+ y ago1:12:02

1:12:02

I’ve been lucky enough to have interviewed some truly brilliant individuals in the past, especially those who’ve written timely and insightful books. As a bookworm at heart, I just love delving into these stories and piecing them out. My interview with BBC Radio food journalist, Dan Saladino, is no exception. His new book (which is receiving glowin…

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Simon Fallick and Patryk Drozd Of Hero's Welcome On Opening A New Bar And Maintaining The Legacy Of The Taurus Club 40:14

2+ y ago40:14

40:14

The best part of doing a podcast (sometimes, not all the time) is when you get to interview your buddies and chat with them about the cool shit they're doing. Case in point: This chat with Simon Fallick and Patryk Drozd of Hero's Welcome. Our talk has been in the works for sometime now and, well, I'm honestly happy we waited because they both had p…

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Food Journalist Mark Schatzker On His New Book, The End Of Craving: Recovering The Lost Wisdom Of Eating Well 50:42

2+ y ago50:42

50:42

Welcome to season 4 of the podcast. I'm delighted to be back after a short break. What a guest to land to begin this new season. Extremely thankful I was able to chat with food journalist and author, Mark Schatzker about his new book, The End of Craving: Recovering the Lost Wisdom of Eating Well. Leaning on research from the fields of food science,…

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Track and Food Year End Wrap Up Conversation With Mickey McLeod Of The Acorn 51:05

2+ y ago51:05

51:05

Well, 2021, it's been a year. You were one for the books that's for sure. This is our last episode of 2021 (obviously) and with it Mickey and I wanted to chat about what we went through these past 365 days. It was great to hear him bring his unvarnished perspective of someone who is on his way out of this industry. We really have a fun and illumina…

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Food Journalist Corey Mintz Dishes On His New Book, "The Next Supper", Moving To A New City And Becoming A Father 1:37:14

2+ y ago1:37:14

1:37:14

What an absolute delight it was to chat with prominent food journalist Corey Mintz (New York Times, Globe and Mail, Eater) about his recently released book, The Next Supper: The End of Restaurants as We Knew Them, and What Comes After. This was definitely one of my all time favourite chats as Corey's book touches on many of the themes this podcast …

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Superflux Co-Owner Adam Henderson On His New Space Superflux Cabana, Opening A Brewery And Following Your Dreams 1:08:30

2+ y ago1:08:30

1:08:30

Brought to you by Scout Magazine. What a treat it was to finally have Adam Henderson of Superflux on. If you don't know who he is or his brand, let's just say it is one of the most respected in the province. Why? It's because 80% of what they do is IPA's and BC loves their hoppy beers. It's really that simple. Plus, I mean, how can you not love a c…

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Shira Blustein Of The Acorn On Her New Cookbook, Owning A Restaurant And Being A Punk Rocker For Life 54:31

3y ago54:31

54:31

In memory of Andrew Morrison of Scout Magazine. Well for all of you who've followed this podcast since its inception, you'll have no doubt heard me talk about Scout Magazine numerous times over the years. Not only are they our presenting sponsor, but I've also been a contributor of theirs since 2016. This episode has a bit of a twist to it in that …

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Talking Worker Shortages In The Restaurant Industry With Gooseneck Hospitality Co-Owner James Iranzad And BCRFA CEO Ian Tostenson 41:42

3y ago41:42

41:42

Now brought to you by Scout Magazine. It's in the news everywhere. Restaurants are hurting for workers. This issue isn't new. It's been a problem for years now. The pandemic only exacerbated things to an even more dire state. And what better way to discuss this issue than to bring on my good friend James Iranzad of Gooseneck Hospitality as well as …

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Alan Dickinson Of Synchromesh Winery, Richard Kanazawa Of Bench 1775 Winery And Christina Hartigan Of Annalena Restaurant On All Things BC Wine 1:02:49

3y ago1:02:49

1:02:49

Now brought to you by Scout Magazine. What a treat it was to discuss all things BC wine with this trio of professionals. Two of the more prominent and distinguished winemakers in the Okanagan Valley in Alan Dickinson of Synchromesh Winery and Richard Kanazawa of Bench 1775 Winery came on to talk about what they've been up to so far with this years …

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TheraPsil CEO Spencer Hawkswell On Getting Psilocybin Legal In Canada And Giving Back To Those In Need 1:02:10

3y ago1:02:10

1:02:10

Now brought to you by Scout Magazine. Marijuana was legalized in Canada just a few years back and we are certain there are not many who are upset with this. Psilocybin, the chemical altering compound found in "magic mushrooms" is still illegal. It has been since 1974. This needs to change. Enter in Spencer Hawkswell. He's the CEO of a new Victoria …

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Bartenders James Grant and Jeff Savage Talking World Class Global Finals, Renewed Appreciation For Hospitality And Why You Should Cry More 1:19:12

3y ago1:19:12

1:19:12

Now brought to you by Scout Magazine. Well this was a fun one. James Grant, the newly crowned 2021 World Class Global Bartender Of The Year and his good friend and mentor, Jeff Savage, who himself came second at the 2019 World Class Global Finals distill at length their passion and adoration for what they do for a living and why they continue to pu…

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UBC Professor Edward Slingerland On His New Book Drunk: How We Sipped, Danced And Stumbled Our Way To Civilization 57:19

3y ago57:19

57:19

Now brought to you by Scout Magazine. What luck it is for me today to discuss today's topic with UBC Professor Edward Slingerland. His latest book which came out on June 1st delves into the world of imbibing and how its purveyance within our world and history has helped shape our modern civilization. The book in question is titled, Drunk: How We Si…

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