For the past 10 years, I’ve built one of Canada’s leading polling and public opinion research firms: Abacus Data. And in that time, my team and I interviewed hundreds of thousands of Canadians and hosted focus groups across the country. This podcast will feature conversations with smart, curious, and interesting people who love politics, public policy, and figuring out what makes people think and act the way they do. If you work in polling or market research, public affairs, public relations ...
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Produce Talks is a monthly podcast produced and hosted by CPMA. Each episode explores current issues and the latest news in the fresh fruit and vegetable industry, including new research, industry trends, innovations and much more. Learn more about our ever-changing industry as we feature special guests from across the produce sector.
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Vox Pop is WAMC's live call-in talk program. Host Ray Graf welcomes guests with expertise in areas ranging from astronomy and birding to taxes and cooking. Our experts take questions posed by WAMC listeners. Every Monday is a "Medical Monday." Every Friday is a "Food Friday."There are several ways to join the conversation:Call in during the show from 2-3 p.m. at 1-800-348-2551 (1-800-34TALK-1)Email voxpop@wamc.org during the showTweet us @WAMCVoxPopYou can subscribe to the podcast here: iTun ...
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The ONPulse podcast is a companion series to a 360 public affairs polling and analysis project run by Abacus Data with partner agencies Summa Strategies and spark*advocacy. Tune in for weekly clips on Ontario polling and analysis by leading experts, talking heads, and just about anyone who wants to drop by to chat politics
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Food Friday 7/19/24: Pies with Ellen Gray
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The Pie Lady is back! Ellen Gray is here to talk about sweet and savory pies for summer. Ray Graf hosts.
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Do you have a science question? Our team of experts returns to try find the answer. Ray Graf hosts.
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We welcome back travel professional Jean Gagnon to take your questions. WAMC's Ray Graf hosts.
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Our panel of experts is back to help you protect your intellectual property. Bill Westwood, Polly Law and Paul Rapp join us to take your calls. Ray Graf hosts.
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Medical Monday 7/15/24: Vascular Surgery with Dr. William Raible
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Joining us to discuss vascular surgery is Dr. William Raible of Saint Peter's Vascular Associates. Ray Graf hosts.
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Summer is here and farmers markets are in full swing. Today we talk to folks from the Copake Hillsdale Farmers Market. Ray Graf hosts.
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The gardening experts return at 2pm to take your questions. Sarah LaDuke hosts.
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Pets and Vets with Dr. Ron Scharf 7/10/24
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Dr. Ron Scharf is back to answer your pet care questions. Ray Graf hosts.
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Open Forum 7/9/24: Should President Biden leave the 2024 Democratic ticket?
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Should he stay or should he go? After President Biden's poor showing in the June 27 presidential debate, some prominent Democrats have called for him to get out of the presidential race. Our listeners share their opinions on the topic.
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Medical Monday 7/8/24: Nephrology with Dr. Kelly Beers
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We welcome Dr. Kelly Beers, a nephrologist at Albany Medical Center. Ray Graf hosts.
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Food Friday 7/5/24: Nutrition with Nicole Rodriguez, RDN
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Nicole Rodriguez returns to offer delicious and healthy ideas for your summer table. Ray Graf hosts.
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Home Improvement with Darren Tracy 7/3/24
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Home maintenance and repair expert Darren Tracy is back to take your calls. 800-348-2551. Ray Graf hosts.
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Birding with Rich Guthrie and Julie Hart 7/2/24
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Our favorite avian experts are back to answer your questions. Give us a call at show time, 2pm. 800-348-2551. Ray Graf hosts.
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Medical Monday 7/1/24: Gastroenterology with Dr. Rohit Dhingra
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We welcome Dr. Rohit Dhingra, an interventional gastroenterologist practicing with Albany GI. Ray Graf hosts.
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Food Friday 6/28/24: Ice Cream with Megan Kitsock and Katie Camarro
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The hot weather is back. Let's break out the ice cream. Today we welcome Katie Camarro of Sundaes Best Hot Fudge Sauce and Megan Kitsock of Supreme Soft Serve. 800-348-2551 is the number to call. Ray Graf hosts.
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In this episode of Produce Talks, we listen to the recording of a Learning Lounge from the recent CPMA Annual Convention and Trade Show in Vancouver. Moderator Jessica Levac of Bellemont Powell leads a discussion with 4 other women as they speak about the power of mentorship, how they have benefited from mentors and how women can get involved in a …
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Bob Berman and Dr. Valerie Rapson join us to discuss recent astronomy news and answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.
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Summer is officially underway. We welcome NewsChannel 13 meteorologist Reid Kisselback to answer your weather questions. Ray Graf hosts.
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Climate change and clean energy with Dan Delurey 6/25/24
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Dan Delurey joins us to answer your questions about climate change and emerging clean energy technologies. Dan is Senior Fellow for Energy & Climate at Vermont Law and Graduate School. Call with your question. Ray Graf hosts.
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Medical Monday 6/24/24: Headaches and migraines
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We welcome back Dr. Hida Nierenburg, director of Headache Medicine at Nuvance Health. WAMC's Ray Graf hosts.
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Food Friday 6/7/24: Baking with Chef Gail Sokol
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Chef Gail Sokol returns to draw back the curtain on the mysteries of chiffon. Ray Graf hosts.
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Young Professionals – Attracting and Keeping Emerging Leaders
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In this episode, we listen to the recording of a Learning Lounge from the recent CPMA’s Annual Convention and Trade Show in Vancouver. Moderator Kevin Sorichetti of EarthFresh Foods leads a discussion with Passion for Produce Alumni who speak about their produce journeys, what motivates them, and what they expect from their employer. Panellists inc…
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CPMA Innovation Zone Company Spotlight (Part 2)
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Industry innovation is a key area of focus for CPMA. Over the years, CPMA has offered its members the opportunity to share their innovation efforts and facilitated connections to new innovators in the produce industry. In this episode, we hear from 3 different innovative companies about their products and their experiences at the Innovation Zone at…
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January 2024 State of the Canadian produce industry
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In this episode, Jane Proctor, CPMA’s Vice President of Policy & Issue Management leads a discussion with CPMA Chair, Colin Chapdelaine, Brian Faulkner of BCfresh and Sue Lewis, CPMA’s Vice President of Market Development on the state of the Canadian produce industry. The four share their perspectives on: • Two recent research reports on the enormo…
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Ron Lemaire President of CPMA leads a Year in Review discussion with David Coletto. David is the Chair and CEO of Abacus Data, a Canadian market and public opinion research agency. Ron and David give an overview of what Canadians think of the political climate and how it relates to the fruit and vegetable industry. David also provides insights to h…
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Government Proposals for Packaging Regulations
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In this episode, Dan Duguay, CPMA’s Sustainability Specialist, provides an update on the Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) packaging regulations that aim to significantly reduce plastic packaging for fresh fruits and vegetables. We discuss CPMA and the industry’s response to these proposals and report on the impact they would have on the…
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In this episode, we hear from different innovative companies and incubators about their products and how they have benefited from the Innovation Zone at the CPMA Convention and Trade Show. The first part features Mike Mauti interviewing Denise VanderVeen of CleanWorks, a produce innovator, and Andrew Wylie of Vineland Research and Innovation Centre…
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This episode features CPMA President, Ron Lemaire, CPMA Board Member, Kendra Mills of the PEI Potato Board, and the 2023 CPMA Produce Champion, Member of Parliament (MP) Kody Blois, in a discussion about opportunities and key challenges within the fresh produce sector in Canada, and how Members of Parliament can help advance the goals of the Canadi…
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inFocus: How can foreign aid spending become a political winner?
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On August 30, the Globe and Mail published an editorial highlighting the fact that Canada’s foreign aid spending is in decline – again. They wrote, after noting that Canada’s defence spending is no where near the NATO target, “there’s a similar yet lesser known international yardstick on which Canada also falls well below the collective goal: spend…
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In this episode, we listen to the recording of the Learning Lounge from the recent CPMA’s Convention and Trade Show in Toronto. Moderator Stewart Lapage from Oppy talks with 4 Passion for Produce Alumni. These young professionals talk about their experiences in the produce industry, including going through the COVID years and their thoughts on what…
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The Conservatives open up a 12-point lead over the Liberals in the latest Abacus Data survey
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In this episode, host David Coletto briefs on the latest Abacus Data poll that finds the Conservatives ahead of the Liberals by 12-points and a majority of Canadians feeling the Prime Minister shouldn't run in the next election. You can subscribe to his substack at davidcoletto.substack.com and find more research over on the Abacus Data website - a…
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If a political leader promised to reduce immigration levels, would they win or lose votes?
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In this episode, host David Coletto delves into the contentious issue of immigration in Canada. He discusses his recent article "Would a Leader Who Promises to Reduce Immigration Win Votes?", revealing the findings of his public opinion survey on immigration attitudes. With data suggesting a majority of Canadians are in favor of reducing immigratio…
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This is the recording of a Learning Lounge from the recent CPMA Convention and Trade Show in Toronto. Effective leadership is essential to ensure sustainability and innovation across the produce industry. This recording focuses on some female leaders who are helping move the food industry forward utilizing innovative solutions to challenges that im…
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In this episode, we’re excited to present the annual “Between Two Chairs” podcast. Ron Lemaire shares stories with the previous CPMA Chair Mario Masellis and current CPMA Chair Colin Chapdelaine. Mario is with Catania Worldwide and Colin Chapdelaine is with the Star Group. Listen as they tell us where the industry is going and how sustainability an…
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The Changing Supply Chain – A Buyer’s Perspective
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In this episode, we listen to the recording of the Learning Lounge from the recent CPMA’s Convention and Trade Show in Toronto.Supply chain challenges continue to impact the fresh produce industry. Compounding these issues, geopolitical, weather and economic impacts are now at the forefront of pressure to maintain the supply of fresh produce in a p…
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Final Alberta Poll: UCP poised to win a very close election
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In this episode of inFocus, pollster David Coletto shares his perspective on the final Abacus Data poll released earlier this morning (Sunday) on the Alberta provincial election. Full details of the poll can be accessed on the Abacus Data website.By David Coletto
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Alberta Election 2023: The Alberta NDP takes the lead
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In this episode of inFocus, pollster David Coletto shares his perspective on a new Abacus Data poll released with just two weeks to go in the Alberta provincial election. Full details of the poll can be accessed on the Abacus Data website.By David Coletto
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On your marks... the Alberta election is about to begin
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In this episode of inFocus, pollster David Coletto shares his perspective on a new Abacus Data poll released just prior to the start of the 2023 Alberta provincial election. In this episode, we'll be exploring vote intentions and the motivators of vote choice in Alberta. So, let's dive right in. This comprehensive province-wide survey interviewed 1…
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