Best David Wainright Podcasts (2024)

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DW | Ancient Egypt - 04 - The 2nd Dynasty 23:55

3h ago23:55

23:55

In the last episode we focused on the First Dynasty Pharaohs and revealed their burial practices. In this episode, we reveal the Second Dynasty, the vague rulers involved, and the details we have, as available through archaeological research. Checkout the video version at: https://www.youtube.com/@DWAncientEgypt Support the Show. This Podcast serie…

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DW | Ancient Babylon - 02 - Origin of the City-State 35:52

6M ago35:52

35:52

In the last episode, we observed a brief chronology and focused on the geography of the Ancient Near East. In this episode, we will begin with a detailed breakdown of the historical timeline starting with the prehistoric developments that took place prior to written history. Checkout the video version at: https://www.youtube.com/@DWAncientBabylon S…

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DW | Holy Saints - Perpetua & Felicity 7:05

6M ago7:05

7:05

A document from the early Church called “The Passion of Saints Perpetua and Felicity” was so popular in the North African church that St. Augustine complained that it was more widely read than the Gospels. Perpetua was a prosperous young woman, married and the mother of a newborn son, who lived in Carthage in the late second century. Despite threat…

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DW | Holy Saints - Seven Founders of the Order of Servites 5:49

7M ago5:49

5:49

In 1240, seven prominent noblemen of Florence mutually decided to withdraw from the city to a solitary place for prayer and direct service to God. The Blessed Mother appeared to each of them individually and urged them to begin a more perfect life. Disregarding birth and wealth, in sackcloth under shabby and well-worn clothing they withdrew to a sm…

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DW | Holy Saints - Saint Valentine 5:52

7M ago5:52

5:52

The Roman Martyrology, the Catholic Church's official list of recognized saints, for February 14th gives only one Saint Valentine: a martyr who died on the Via Flaminia. Join us as we follow the lives of the Saints. Throughout history, these remarkable and often revered individuals have left an indelible mark on the tapestry of human civilization. …

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DW | Old Testament - 03 - Seekers of the Promised Land 15:42

7M ago15:42

15:42

In the last episode we focused on Genesis Chapters 1-11 and ended with the genealogy of Abraham, the first Patriarch. With his introduction, we go from the mythological to the historical age and arrive on a timeline around 2,000 B.C. Before beginning a very detailed biography of Abraham, we'll first provide an overview of the historical background …

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DW | Ancient Egypt - 03 - The First Pharaohs 42:33

8M ago42:33

42:33

In the last episode we discussed Prehistoric Egypt and ended with the small communities along the Nile unifying into two separate kingdoms. In this episode we'll discuss how Egypt became the first nation in history, reveal the first historical document in the world, and show how Egypt unified by following the first pharaohs. Go further into the sto…

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DW | Holy Saints - Saint Andrew the Apostle 13:54

10M ago13:54

13:54

Andrew the Apostle, also called Saint Andrew, was an apostle of Jesus. He is the brother of Simon Peter and is a son of Jonah. Originally a disciple of John the Baptist, he became one of Jesus' closest apostles and eventually went on to preach in the Black Sea region where he would give his life for the faith. Join us as we follow the lives of the …

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DW | Old Testament - 02 - The Torah 38:49

11M ago38:49

38:49

Welcome to the DW World History Series. In the last episode we focused on an introduction to the world of Biblical Israel and discussed the outline and chronology of the Hebrew civilization. We 'Begin at the Beginning' in this episode as we focus on the Torah – the first five books of the Bible – the first five books of Moses. Checkout the video ve…

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DW | Old Testament - 01 - Introduction 24:51

11M ago24:51

24:51

Welcome to the DW World History Series. Join us as we take you back to where it all began – a story involving the numerous books of the Old Testament - from the dawn of Creation to the end of the Maccabeans in 63 B.C. - while focusing on the biblical writings, the ancient Hebrews, the Temple, the traditions, and the history of God's chosen people. …

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DW | Holy Saints - Saint Luke the Evangelist 8:47

11M ago8:47

8:47

Saint Luke is one of the Four Evangelists—the four traditionally ascribed authors of the Canonical Gospels. The Early Church Fathers ascribed to him authorship of both the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles. Join us as we follow the lives of the Saints. Throughout history, these remarkable and often revered individuals have left an indelib…

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DW | Ancient Babylon - 01 - Introduction 27:38

12M ago27:38

27:38

Welcome to the DW World History Series. Join us as we take you back to where it all began - a story involving numerous empires – from the dawn of civilization to the death of Darius III in 330 B.C. - while focusing on the artifacts, the literature, the religions, and the kings that made the Near East the cradle of civilization. Checkout the video v…

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DW | Ancient Egypt - 02 - Prehistoric Egypt 17:16

12M ago17:16

17:16

In the last episode we discussed an introduction to Ancient Egypt and reviewed the chronological timeline. In this episode we'll focus on the stages of Prehistory that involve the Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic Ages. Here, we 'begin at the beginning'. Go further into the story of Ancient Egypt by following this new production hosted by Davi…

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DW | Holy Saints - Pope Gregory I the Great 20:13

1y ago20:13

20:13

Pope Saint Gregory the Great was the Pope of the Catholic Church between 590 and 604 AD. An Anglican historian stated: “It is impossible to conceive what would have been the confusion, the lawlessness, the chaotic state of the Middle Ages without the medieval papacy; and of the medieval papacy, the real father is Gregory the Great.” Join us as we f…

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DW | Ancient Egypt - 01 - Introduction 27:09

1y ago27:09

27:09

Welcome to the DW World History Series. This study focuses on 3,000 years of Egyptian history beginning with King Narmer and ending with the death of Cleopatra VII in 30 B.C. Go further into the story of Ancient Egypt by following this new production hosted by David Wainright. Here you will find the most advanced study on the most mysterious civili…

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S2E26: Ryan Shupak of Jiffy on finding early customers 16:49

4y ago16:49

16:49

Ryan Shupak is the co-founder of Jiffy, a service that allows you to get on-demand contractors to your home. Building a marketplace always comes with its own set of challenges. The supply side, the contractors, are already doing the work so building up this marketplace was a bit easier and more unique than others. The early day grind of getting sig…

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S2E25: Shawna Stewart of PostBeyond on people and policies 18:54

4y ago18:54

18:54

Shawna Stewart is the VP of People and Operations at PostBeyond, a tech startup in Toronto. Being in charge of the operations and people part of any company is a tall order. Shawna's favourite task is to create inclusive and positive policies. In light of Black Lives Matter especially, she believes it is important to take another look at policies a…

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S2 Special! David Lloyd Hosts Neil Wainright of UpHabit 29:54

4y ago29:54

29:54

David Lloyd recorded this episode with Neil Wainright in mid-2019 but never had the opportunity to publish it... until now! David Lloyd takes over the Float or Founder podcast to discuss "the grind" it takes to run a tech startup and turn it into a solid company. David comes from an extensive background in the tech industry in Toronto and is curren…

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S2E28: Kayla Isabelle of Startup Canada on Canadian entrepreneurship 18:37

4y ago18:37

18:37

What does it take to launch a business in Canada? Kayla Isabelle has had the pleasure of seeing companies from launch through success many times as Executive Director of Startup Canada. She takes us through the joy of coaching and mentoring startups and the similarities she sees between leaders. What does every entrepreneur need? Passion and grit. …

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S2E23: Diana Goodwin of Marketbox & Aquamobile on scalable flexibility 21:30

4y ago21:30

21:30

Diana Goodwin launched Aquamobile eight years ago - a business enabling swim instructors to do at-home lessons on-the-go. Their internal management tool of these instructors and customers/lessons led her to launching Marketbox to other companies facing labour deployment and management challenges. In essense, Aquamobile became a customer of Marketbo…

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S2E22: Sarah Stockdale of Growclass on data-driven startup marketing 17:46

4y ago17:46

17:46

Many people think marketing is fluffy but (especially in the tech industry) it's anything but. Marketing is creative, experimental, and data-driven. How do you write copy that connects? How do you create ads that converts? You need to test a hypothesis and see the data to build the most successful marketing strategies. Sarah Stockdale takes us on h…

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S2 Special! David Lloyd Hosts James Novak of Fiix 21:27

4y ago21:27

21:27

David Lloyd recorded this episode with James Novak in mid-2019 but never had the opportunity to publish it... until now! David Lloyd takes over the Float or Founder podcast to discuss "the grind" it takes to run a tech startup and turn it into a solid company. David comes from an extensive background in the tech industry in Toronto and is currently…

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S2E21: Kathy Cheng of WS & Co. + Redwood Classics on vertical integration 16:50

4y ago16:50

16:50

Running a textile factory is challenging but Kathy Cheng of WS & Co. and Redwood Classics Apparel takes us into the world of vertical integration. She shares how her family moved to Canada and started this company to promote made-in-Canada goods. She discusses how they're making fashion accessible through their Redwood Classics Apparel brand and th…

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S2E20: Derek Manuge of Corl on picking investments and advisors 21:24

4y ago21:24

21:24

Derek Manuge is the co-founder, Director, and CEO of Corl.io - a revenue sharing and investment company. He shows us the different types of funding opportunities for businesses and how he came up with the idea of using data to make equitable and fair investment decisions. There is a lot of math that goes into the underlying software! Derek shares t…

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S2E19: Faye Almeshaan of Acceleprise on accelerators 18:22

4y ago18:22

18:22

Faye Almeshaan is the Program Manager and Venture Associate of Acceleprise. Acceleprise is a B2B software accelerator program and investment firm based in San Francisco and Toronto. She talks about how companies pivoted and grew out of COVID and what the investment scene is like. If you're a B2B startup looking to join an accelerator, you can follo…

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S2E18: Zoe Share of Schmooz Media on not being self-serving on social 19:16

4y ago19:16

19:16

Social media marketing is a necessary component of every company. Zoe saw this a few years back when she started her agency Schmooz at a time when many didn't see social media as a serious pursuit. Zoe offers her insights on how important social media is to provide value and connect with the human side of brands, especially during COVID and Black L…

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S2E17: Charles Bennett of Triella on digital security 15:45

4y ago15:45

15:45

Charles Bennett has been running his full-service technology management company, Triella, for 17 years as founder and CEO! Running a company for that long has given Charles insight into the industry. He shares his top security tips for any company during COVID and with remote work becoming the norm. He openly shares the challenges of hiring and men…

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S2E16: Paula Teixeira Leite of Caju Winds on the packaged food business 20:10

4y ago20:10

20:10

Paula Teixeira Leite is the founder of Caju Winds, a cashew spread that is a delicious, vegan alternative to cream cheese and other dairy spreads. She started the business when her daughter started experiencing allergies and reactions to food. Paula shares insights into starting a food business - everything from the regulations, to working closely …

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S2E15: Jason Field of Brainstation on lifelong learning 19:45

4y ago19:45

19:45

Back to school looks a little different in 2020 for most people. Jason Field is the Founder and CEO of Brainstation, an education centre for digital skills. He discusses how they switched to online education during COVID-19 and how they could reach additional markets due to the online switch. They offer 400 instructors - not a small team by any mea…

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S2E14: Dr. Leeno Karumanchery of MESH Diversity on the science of diversity 17:51

4y ago17:51

17:51

Trigger Warning: Discussions of racism, George Floyd, police brutality, racism in the workplace. Dr. Leeno Karumanchery is the co-founder and Head of Behavioural Sciences at MESH Diversity. MESH fully integrated anti-racism tool. He is a doctor of sociology and discusses the first class and professor that inspired him to pursue anti-racist work as …

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S2E13: Alyssa Atkins of Lilia on personal pain point 22:32

4y ago22:32

22:32

When you face a personal pain point, what's the first thing you think to do? Alyssa Atkins of Lilia decided to turn her personal pain point into a business. Lilia is a personal online concierge that gives you clarity and confidence in options about egg security and storage - and celebration! She talks about her time in Y Combinator as it switched t…

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S2E12: Jay Rosenzweig of Rosenzweig & Company on recruiting 18:36

4y ago18:36

18:36

Jay Rosenzweig of Rosenzweig & Company talks to us about recruiting - in a pandemic and out. He also provides insights on how you can offer your skills to achieve what you want in your career and try new paths. Fun fact: he does songwriting on the side! Support the show (https://www.floatorfounder.com/partners)…

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S2 Special! David Lloyd Hosts Joel Lessem of Firmex 27:56

4y ago27:56

27:56

David Lloyd recorded this episode with Joel Lessem in mid-2019 but never had the opportunity to publish it... until now! David Lloyd takes over the Float or Founder podcast to discuss the "grind" it takes to run a tech startup and turn it into a solid company. David comes from an extensive background in the tech industry in Toronto and is currently…

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S2E11: Neel Lukka on timing 20:33

4y ago20:33

20:33

Timing is everything - or so we're told. Neel Lukka delves into why timing is so important for the success of a company. He talks about the different businesses he's built, his experience in Y Com, and what he's up to now! Support the show (https://www.floatorfounder.com/partners)By samantha@metaranx.com (Float or Founder)

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S2E10: Martha Switzer of Sprout at Work on wellness 18:34

4y ago18:34

18:34

Martha Switzer is the co-founder and CEO of Sprout. Sprout enables businesses to reward their employees for healthy behaviour. She talks about wellness, how COVID-19 impacted wellness initiatives, and why she built a company around wellness and health in the workplace. Support the show (https://www.floatorfounder.com/partners)…

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S2E9: Mark Ang of Second Closet on grinding 19:54

4y ago19:54

19:54

Mark Ang, co-founder and CEO, of Second Closet joins us this week. He discusses the unscalable early days of creating their storage company and how they grinded through those challenges. If you're curious on what goes on behind-the-scenes of early day startups, Mark has incredible insights into what him and his co-founders faced! Support the show (…

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S2E8: Nunzio Presta of BizOn on selling and buying businesses 18:51

4y ago18:51

18:51

Nunzio Presta runs a business of helping you sell your business with the company he is the CEO of, BizOn. He takes us through the selling process, the best way to approach selling your business, how to buy a business, why people sell, and so much more. He provides really interesting insights into operating this type of marketplace and how it began.…

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S2E7: Marsha Druker of F*ckupNights on community 22:18

4y ago22:18

22:18

Marsha Druker of F*ckupNights talks to us about building a community and what it takes to really form a meaningful one. In light of COVID, she talks about taking a community that typically met in-person to a virtual one. Support the show (https://www.floatorfounder.com/partners)By samantha@metaranx.com (Float or Founder)

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S2E6: Dr. Bryan Gelman of St. Clair Vet on location, location, location 21:44

4y ago21:44

21:44

Starting a new business anywhere is a challenge - but especially if you need a physical space to operate in. Dr. Bryan Gelman runs Yonge & St. Clair Veterinary Hospital. He delved into the tricky world of Toronto commercial real estate, navigating a property sale, and turning the place into his ideal veterinary practice. Dr. Gelman truly values his…

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S2 Special! Techstars Global Startup Weekend COVID-19 Online Canada 41:08

4y ago41:08

41:08

Back in April 2020, Techstars Global Startup Weekend COVID-19 Online CANADA took place. People from across the country joined this hackathon-style weekend virtually to help accomplish goals surrounding COVID-19. Float or Founder offered a podcast episode as a prize and from there, this special edition episode was created! In this episode, you'll me…

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S2E5: Eric Vardon of Morphio on marketing and pivoting 19:54

4y ago19:54

19:54

Eric Vardon now operates Morphio.ai, an artificial intelligence company for digital marketers. This all grew from his many years operating a digital agency. Eric discusses marketing during COVID and beyond. Support the show (https://www.floatorfounder.com/partners)By samantha@metaranx.com (Float or Founder)

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S2E4: Shrad Rao of Wagepoint on building culture remote 19:23

4y ago19:23

19:23

Shrad Rao built Wagepoint from a unique perspective: seeing a strategic alignment between a product all businesses need and a desire to modernize an older industry. He took on payroll, alongside his co-founders, and they have helped small businesses handle their payroll needs in a modern way. Shrad's company has always been remote-first and he shar…

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S2E3: Kate Dickson & Sarah Hartkorn of Primped on marketplace creation 21:16

4y ago21:16

21:16

Launching a marketplace can be difficult in the best times. How are Kate Dickson and Sarah Hartkorn, co-founders of Primped handling their bring-beauty-to-you app during COVID? If you need advice on managing a marketplace during challenging times, tune in! 🎙️ These former finance professionals discuss how they started the company together and how t…

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S2E2: Jodi Kovitz of #MoveTheDial on going out of your way 22:51

4+ y ago22:51

22:51

Jodi Kovitz, founder of #MoveTheDial takes us through the challenges her organization faced during COVID-19 and how she turned these experiences into new projects to lead. Now, Jodi has published her book Go Out Of Your Way and her podcast Joyful Sundays went live on June 14th 2020. We had a lot of fun catching up with Jodi and discuss how you can …

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S2E1: Colin Hennigar of SickKids Foundation on Fundraising 21:52

4+ y ago21:52

21:52

"At some point, you have to ask for it." Colin Hennigar is the VP of Major Gifts of SickKids Foundation. He talks about fundraising tips for non-profits and startups alike, whether during COVID-19 or not. Colin goes in-depth about how their foundation keeps investors up-to-date on where their charity goes. He shares how the charitable and giving ac…

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Meet startup entrepreneurs in Toronto 1:18

4+ y ago1:18

1:18

Float or Founder is launching season two in June 2020! We can't wait to bring you more stories from startup founders and entrepreneurs in Toronto, Canada. Beyond that, we're expanding our guests to include executives, venture capitalists, and other great people that make this city shine. See why Toronto is one of the best places to launch your new …

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Float or Founder: Episode 34 - Farhan Thawar, Helpful & Pivotal 36:12

4+ y ago36:12

36:12

What's it really like to go through an acquisition/merger? What about an aqui-hire? Farhan Thawar shares his experience going through an acquisition not once, but twice! Find out how the process goes, if it's anything like it is on TV, and what it's like to be part of the Canadian tech ecosystem. Support the show (https://www.floatorfounder.com/par…

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Special! #movethedial minisode with Jesse Draper, Halogen Ventures 25:25

4+ y ago25:25

25:25

We're back with another #movethedial minisode! Jesse Draper of Halogen Ventures, a firm that invests in co-ed led, early stage consumer technology companies. Jesse discusses the importance of diversity on a team, in a product, and what Halogen looks for in a company they want to invest in! Support the show (https://www.floatorfounder.com/partners)…

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Float or Founder: Episode 33 - Michelle McBane, MaRS IAF/StandUp Ventures 34:24

4+ y ago34:24

34:24

Michelle McBane takes us through her experience as a VC in Toronto and what you can do to standout when pitching investors. She provides a ton of actionable advice surrounding your pitch deck, founding team, and company. Whether you dream of securing a big investment or becoming a VC yourself, Michelle has insights for you! Support the show (https:…

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Float or Founder: Episode 32 - Devon Leichtman & Prashant Shukla, Origin Ventures 50:03

4+ y ago50:03

50:03

Prashant Shukla and Devon Leichtman take us into Origin Ventures - their VC firm based in Chicago. They provide resources to all their investments and believe it's important to support the founders and their companies from origin to exit. Hear why they're excited about investing in the Canadian tech scene, the type of companies they're looking for,…

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