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We showcase entrepreneurs especially those with an immigrant background. They have built businesses and we would love to share their experience, successes and challenges with our listeners.I’m sure you may have the question, Why are we calling it the Risky Mindset Show? Well, Entrepreneurs take on challenges that are normally seen by others as risky. But we would have it no other way. We have goals and dreams and would forge through obstacles to achieve them.We call it jumping from the plane ...
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As we head into festival season, we thought we would devise our dream line up from the Kscope archive of live albums. No need to pack your wellies, sun cream and loo roll as you are invited to the festival the rain can’t spoil from the comfort of your own home! Featuring tracks from: Steven Wilson Porcupine Tree Blackfield Anathema The Pineapple Th…
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In this episode we talk to Nick Beggs - Pop star, bass player, chapman stick aficionado, singer, songwriter, guitarist, Steven Wilson alumnus, illustrator… a dream interviewee! Most recently, along with fellow Wilson band boys Adam Holzman and Craig Blundell he has formed TRIFECTA, whose second album ‘The New Normal’ is out now. Billy Reeves digs d…
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In this episode, Billy Reeves takes a trip to the Kscope offices and spends some time talking to Kscope's Johnny Wilks. We hear a few pieces of exciting exclusive news from Johnny about upcoming Kscope releases and artists being added to the roster as well as a brief history of the label itself. We are also offering you a couple of tracks you may n…
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THIS EPISODE COMES WITH A RUDE WORD WARNING! Welcome to Episode 167 of the Kscope podcast, the mornings are getting brighter, the daffs are out and Spring is round the corner so our thoughts have turned to regeneration and replenishment. Record Store Day special editions have been announced, and we will also be celebrating some of the other reissue…
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Kscope Podcast 166 - The Pineapple Thief - 'It Leads to This' An in-depth Billy Reeves interview with Bruce Soord of The Pineapple Thief: all about the brand new TPT LP which is out now. How does the hardest working man in showbiz keep so disciplined? Is this, dare I say it, a “political” album? Who is the John Taylor to Bruce’s Simon Le Bon? PLUS …
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TesserchaT - A Kscope Podcast TesseracT half-hour special, featuring chat from all five of the band. Who is the party animal on tour, and conversely, who does yoga? What advice can TesseracT give to bands starting out? What was it like getting together in the studio after all this time, and why on earth was there absolutely no arguments? Where in t…
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Kscope Podcast 165 - EQUILIBRIUM In an ugly world, we must equalise with beauty. Kscope artistes have succeeded in doing this in 2023 . Lots of chat this year about the challenges facing musicians, advice for those starting out, touring and merch. Moving to a new country. Using the web as a portal. Hear from our chums... ALEX LIFESON of RUSH and EN…
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Kscope Podcast 164 - Questions Answered: Bruce Soord, Mariusz Duda, Daniel Cardoso & Anathema YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED Is there a new The Pineapple Thief album on the way? What does it sound like? How about the new Mariusz Duda album? Is it as beautiful as they say? How are the Anathema boys getting on? Are they OK? These questions are answered righ…
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Ep 163: Head 2 Head: Ozric Tentacles & GONGWe celebrate the Psychedelic Double Dip of new LPs from OZRIC TENTACLES and GONG with frank discussions with both guv’nors: ED WYNNE and KAVUS TORABI... plus... the new TESSERACT single, a track from the forthcoming MARIUSZ DUDA album and a classic from the re-issue of ‘Murder Nature’ by HEAD CONTROL SYSTE…
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Ep 162: Bumper edition. Joint headliner - TesseracT & Bruce Soord JAMES MONTEITH and AMOS WILLIAMS of TESSERACT, talk about the future of live music, merch cuts and the brand new ways they found of working together in an old-fashioned studio on new LP WAR OF BEING. BRUCE SOORD talks how to choose which composition goes to his solo material or THE P…
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Kscope Podcast 161 - NEW PROG ROCK! Featuring ACLE and JAY of TESSERACT - with advice on band merch (particularly Xmas jumpers), the new challenges of post-Brexit cost-of-living touring, and playing metal to a new-born baby… We’ll hear the new singles from TESSERACT, O.R.k. & BRUCE SOORD… AND the new single from GONG who are touring with OZRIC TENT…
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BUSYBUSYBUSY! Featuring chats with TESSERACT’s DANIEL TOMPKINS and AMOS WILLIAMS and JAMES MONTEITH introducing their new single, GLEB KOLYADIN (IAMTHEMORNING) on his new album which features two of KING CRIMSON, his move to England, how he’s making friends and sourcing the best Fish‘n’Chips, BRUCE SOORD on his new single and turning 50, PLUS detai…
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In this episode of the Risky Mindset Podcast, join us as we sit down with Olabisi Akeroro, the founder of D Square Design. Olabisi shares her journey of building a successful small business specializing in personalized gifts, custom drinkware, branding, and more. Learn about her upbringing in Lagos, Nigeria, her move to Canada, and how her passion …
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In this inspiring episode, join us as we dive into a conversation with Toks Ayinla, a successful entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker. Toks shares her entrepreneurial journey, personal growth experiences, and the profound impact of sharing her unique story. 🕒 Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:30 Toks's background and entrepreneurial jour…
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Join the conversation with Fola, founder of Winfinite Consulting, as she shares valuable insights and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in the field of cybersecurity and IT. In this episode, Fola discusses the importance of research, planning, and leveraging technology in business operations. 🎯 Timestamped Highlights: 00:00 Introduction to the epis…
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Kscope Podcast 159 - The Height of Summer Starring BRUCE SOORD on the unboxing and the re-creation from the original burnt source material of THE PINEAPPLE THIEF’s 1999-2006 work for the sumptuous book-set How Did We Find Our Way DANIEL TOMPKINS of TESSERACT (the first of our wide-ranging TesseracT interviews throughout this year) with his advice f…
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If you're looking to develop discipline and achieve success, join us in this insightful interview with Emeka Nwarulor. Emeka shares practical tips and strategies to help you stay consistent, focus on what matters, and cultivate the right environment for growth. Discover the power of visualization, the importance of building a supportive network, an…
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Join us for an inspiring interview with Yvonne, the founder of Kscope, a business consultancy dedicated to empowering aspiring entrepreneurs. In this episode, Yvonne shares her insights and advice for starting and growing a successful business. Timestamped highlights from the interview are listed below: 0:00 - Introduction to Yvonne and Kscope 1:32…
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Kscope Podcast 158 - Godsticks in the Flesh ..in which Billy Reeves is outnumbered by all four members of GODSTICKS: Darran, Gavin, Tom and new bassist Frankie Gee. The new album is out now – This Is What A Winner Looks Like, their first since the start of the pandemic – so we discover Darran’s nostalgia for the solitude of 2020, learn about the sp…
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Join us on this riveting episode as we talk with Emikele, an inspiring entrepreneur, author, and non-profit enthusiast. We delve into her journey of establishing a unique brand, how her non-profit work is making a difference, and the critical role of understanding your 'why' in any endeavor. Time-stamped Highlights: [00:05:00] - Introduction of Emi…
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THE Kscope Podcast 157 - The Promise of Springtime NEW SHOOTS! We hear about the next chapter of ENVY OF NONE via ALEX LIFESON (of Rush) and ALF ANNIBALINI … a trip to the principality because GODSTICKS have a new single out; … to Scotland to celebrate 10 years of ‘Fog Electric’ by NORTH ATLANTIC OSCILLATION; … huge THE PINEAPPLE THIEF news; ... EM…
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In this episode, we sit down with Kunbi Olalere, the founder of Ahinke's Kitchen, a Nigerian restaurant in Calgary, who shares her inspiring story of entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced, and the importance of nurturing harmonious relationships in homes through food. Join us as we dive into the journey of this passionate entrepreneur and her …
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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Adeshola Cole, the founder of Tritek Consulting, to discuss her journey from being bullied in school to empowering others through her tech consulting firm. Adeshola shares her passion for helping people excel in the tech industry and how she's been able to grow her business. Join us as we dive into her story, t…
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In this episode, I interview Reni, The Resource, a successful YouTube content creator, investor, and entrepreneur. Reni shares her inspiring journey of how she quit her job to pursue her passion for creating content that helps people manage their finances better. Here are some highlights and timestamps: 1:00 - Reni background and how she started he…
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Description: In this episode, we sit down with Doyin Omotara, the founder of Adonia Collective, a makeup and beauty store that focuses on inclusivity and diversity. Doyin shares her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges she faced along the way, and the importance of having a strong "why" when running a business. Don't miss this insightful convers…
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In this episode, we chat with Atinuke, the founder of EM Wigs, a Canadian-based company that provides wigs and styling services to women experiencing hair loss. Atinuke shares her inspiring journey of how she turned her personal struggle with hair loss into a thriving business that helps other women feel confident and beautiful. We discuss the chal…
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THE TIME IS NOW for… The all new BIG SOUND Empyre and Klone have been scheming and plotting during lockdown (and the worst of the pandemic) and are now fit and ready to go! We hear from Henrik from the former on how they approach gigs both small and large as one has to at this point, i.e. festival crowds and support slots in big rooms, and. convers…
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Join us in this inspiring interview with the Yoyin Familusi, Founder of Sewa Skin, as she shares her entrepreneurial journey in the skincare industry. From her beginnings in Nigeria to launching her business in Canada, discover how she built her brand, navigated the market scene, and found validation through a pitch competition. In this candid conv…
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In this episode, host I interview Kadhija Haliru, a serial entrepreneur and founder of K Business Group, a multi-faceted business that includes a line of natural skincare products, an African food brand, and a consulting service for startups. Kadhija shares her inspiring journey from Nigeria to Canada and how she used her skills and experiences to …
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Gabriel, The Co-Founder of Techchak joins us today to share how he has grown Techchak to over 5000 users on the platform. At Techchak, the mission is to empower people to get high paying tech jobs by helping them get the experience they need to be confident at work. He also talks about the challenges he faced in hiring staff, keeping a healthy work…
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We have the founder of Ajo Pro on the call today. On the show he talks about how he went all in on his business and grew it to $4m in transactions. He also shares insights of how immigrants in Canada are at a disadvantage when it comes to accessing funding and retiring wealthy. Listen in and subscribe to the Risky Mindset podcast Site: http://risky…
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Kscope Podcast 155 - HEAVYOSITY (with Guillaume from Klone) Le GRAND sound of KLONE from the forests of France. Touring with Devin Townsend! Guillaume from the band talks us through why they did livestream shows, how the notoriously bureaucracy-loving French dealt with lockdown and talks about vibrations a lot. PLUS the MIGHTY sound of EMPYRE from …
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#1. In this episode, Nancy tell us about her business Areli Beauty. Starting a skincare brand in Canada is challenging. Nancy did it whilst being pregnant with twins which makes it even more impressive. She tells us how she was able to make it onto the shelves in retail stores in Calgary and Winnipeg. She also tells us about the challenges she face…
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