Podcasts about atlantic canadian

Andrew MacLean (BA'07) writes the weekly Atlantic Canadian newspaper column Backyard History and hosts the podcast and TV show of the same name. He has also written 3 books about the forgotten stories of Atlantic Canada's past. Andrew received a degree in history at UNB and then a master's at Dalhousie University. But before beginning writing, he had already lived a far ranging and eclectic life: he has backpacked through 37 countries on 5 continents, visiting over 200 different cities around the world. He has travelled from Nunavut to the Florida Keys doing aerial surveying using lasers to track rising waters of global climate change.   All that world travelling was brought to a screeching halt by the global pandemic, which brought him back home to New Brunswick. Inspired by recalling the local lore he heard from his grandfather in the tiny village of Tide Head, Andrew began digging deep into obscure moments in Maritimes history as a pandemic passion project. It turned into more than he could ever have imagined.  Hosts Kayla Ossachuk (BA'15) and Andrew Martel (BCS'15) chat with Andrew about stories he's uncovered, and why storytelling and history matter.   Highlights from the episode:    A glimpse into Andrew's travel stories  What he brought back to Atlantic Canada  Why he transitioned to telling stories of history from our own backyard on the East Coast  Why storytelling is important  Why understanding our history is also important    Links and resources:    Backyard History  Thanks to:    Our alumni hosts Kayla Ossachuk (BA'15) and Andrew Martel (BCS'15) Music by alumni artist, Beats of Burden  Our alumni Affinity Partners, TD Insurance and Manulife    To listen to past episodes of UNBeknownst and for more info on the podcast, the hosts and how to subscribe to new episode alerts, visit our website. 

When they think about the economy of Canada's Atlantic provinces — New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador — no doubt many Canadians' minds first go to the fishing industry. But it's so much more than that. In fact, the Atlantic economy has taken on a new sense of vibrancy and diversity in recent years. Scotiabank's Atlantic Regional Senior Vice President Nicola Ray Smith and David Chaundy, the President and CEO of The Atlantic Economic Council, join us to help break down the current state of the economy in Atlantic Canada.    For legal disclosures, please visit http://bit.ly/socialdisclaim and www.gbm.scotiabank.com/disclosures    Key moments this episode:    1:54 – David gives us a snapshot of the Atlantic Canadian economy  4:22 – What Nicola is hearing from her clients about the general mood around the Atlantic Canadian economy  6:18 – David gives a surprising stat about the Atlantic Canada fishing industry and a primer about what other industries play a significant role  9:24 – What sector is a growth area in the region?  9:53 – What other Canadians may be surprised about when it comes to the Atlantic Canadian economy  13:40 – How population growth and shifting demographics factor into the economics of the region  17:35 – Both guests tell us what they see as the biggest challenges are for the Atlantic provinces from an economic perspective, as well as the biggest opportunities  22:56 – Nicola reflects on the significance of Scotiabank's history in the region 

According to a new study, more than 50 percent of Atlantic Canadian construction companies aren't taking on new work because of a labour shortage. They say recruiting immigrants is essential to addressing the issue. We speak to the director of the New Brunswick Construction Association about the results and what more can be done.

Supporting a loved one through a terminal illness is a journey no one is truly prepared for, yet Michelle Petitpas found herself drawing from her leadership experiences to navigate this heart-wrenching path. Join us as Michelle candidly shares how the trials of personal loss and the power of transformational leadership have intertwined in her life, equipping her with the tools to balance compassion for others with essential self-care. Discover the systems and routines she has implemented to maintain resilience and manage stress, proving that leadership is a daily practice of emotional and mental fortitude. Our conversation delves into the transformative magic of inner well-being as Michelle reveals the importance of authenticity, intentionality, and spiritual health in leading others through challenging times. With innovative concepts like "car coaching" and the empowering mission of the Global Leadership Academy, Michelle's journey is a testament to the collective effort required to create meaningful change. Listen as we explore the vital role of community, collaboration, and staying true to oneself, ensuring that even amidst grief, life can be filled with joy, purpose, and transformation. ________________ Timecodes 0:00 – Intro 2:05 – The Personal Transformation of Creating Heaven on Earth for Others 6:55 – Emotional Regulation As Leadership & Supporting Yourself As You Support Others 10:43 – “I have the ability to connect health and healing for transformation.” 14:20 – Michelle's Vision: Car Coaching & Embodied, Committed, and Loving Action 16:33 – Being Bold and Shameless as Your Authentic Self 20:30 – Conclusion ________________ Michelle Petitpas is an east coast girl through and through. She is an Atlantic Canadian born in New Brunswick and currently living with her husband in Nova Scotia. She loves the ocean and nature. She is a writer, speaker, and coach/consultant who also just happens to be a nurse. Her mission in life is to create love and light to connect healing and health for transformation. There are skills she pulls from her suitcase of lived experiences that serve and impact the heart ripple in this lifetime. In 2020, she used her skills to create an organization called Heal The Healthcarers to connect mental health support for healthcare workers. She is the owner of Michelle Petitpas Health Services providing advanced footcare, health/life coaching, and other health based services. ‘Change Makers Vol 4' made her an international bestselling author in 2020. Recently she has contributed to the book ‘Healthy Grief' by Dr. Karen Kramer, which is an Amazon bestseller. She has been featured internationally in print publications such as SPAlife, North American Inns, TOPS Inc. and Woman's World. She has been a guest on podcasts such as Vibrant Happy Women, How Not To Think, Business Backtalk, Second Half Success Stories and more. She is the regular host of the Heal The Healthcarers podcast and co-hosts Brilliant Business Owners podcast. As Founder and chief magic and miracles maker at Heal The Healthcarers and Michelle Petitpas Coaching and Consulting, she is passionate about creating love and light to connect health and healing for transformation in the world. She also plays in the space of Transformationational Leadership Coaching and is a Master Coach. Thriving Families Collective is a joyful place for her to give back. Working with people to connect the dots of love of life in all facets is joyful and powerful in this time. Website: https://michellepetitpas.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healthehealthcarers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmichellepetitpas/ ________________ Your Leadership Legacy Website: www.tinapauluskrause.com/yourleadershiplegacypodcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5C8bf4UC4Npymj1KTzfm9k?si=ximhczT_SJaKY7Otzm6QuQ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-leadership-legacy-with-tina-paulus-krause/id1495401836 Tina Paulus-Krause Website: https://tinapauluskrause.com/Facebook: www.facebook.com/coachtpk/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/coachtpk/

Kjeld Mizpah “KJ” Conyers-Steede (BA'18) is director of strategy and partnerships for Inspiring Communities, a nonprofit working to build collaborative relationships for social change in Atlantic Canada.  A UNB political science alum, KJ is a seasoned systems thinker with a strong focus on areas such as community-centric strategic planning, human-centered design, organizational culture, and governance reviews. From executive director of the New Brunswick Student Alliance to operations manager at the Spring Garden Area Business Association, to director of change management for Hockey Nova Scotia, to his recent work on projects that drive community-centric innovation, KJ has never backed away from big challenges. In fact, he excels at crafting solutions for what he refers to as the “big hairy policy challenges” and collaborating on community projects that tackle the most complex and pressing issues in society.   Host Katie Davey (BA'17) chats KJ about a wide range of challenges and solutions for Atlantic Canadian communities.  In this episode:    The journey for KJ from Bermuda to New Brunswick  Regional and community collaboration  The opportunity for rural economic development in Atlantic Canada  Why KJ is running for Mayor of his regional community in Nova Scotia  How communities need to prepare for climate change, especially in rural areas of Atlantic Canada  How community-centric innovation and creating ecosystems can lead to problem-solving  How policy development needs to be built outside of election cycles, and how it can be done by empowering people and community champions.  How academic research is allowing KJ to test social incubation projects.   Thanks to:    Our alumni host, Katie Davey  Music by alumni artist, Beats of Burden   Our alumni Affinity Partners, TD Insurance and Manulife    To listen to past episodes of UNBeknownst and for more info on the podcast, the hosts and how to subscribe to new episode alerts, visit our website. 

Lee Windsor, the Fredrik S Eaton chair in Canadian Army Studies at UNB, says the fighting there was tough, and the campaign was both politically and militarily controversial.

Lee Windsor, the Fredrik S Eaton chair in Canadian Army Studies at UNB, says the fighting there was tough, and the campaign was both politically and militarily controversial.

Lee Windsor, the Fredrik S Eaton chair in Canadian Army Studies at UNB, says the fighting there was tough, and the campaign was both politically and militarily controversial.

Friends;  what a special episode indeed because as you hear this, I'll most likely be in the friendly Atlantic Canadian skies, drinking a morning beer on Porter Airlines, as I'm taking a little mental trip eastward to visit some friends in PEI and Halifax. Those two places will always have special meaning and emit warm glow sprinkles deep in the cockles of my heart - and I feel like that part of my tank needs to be refilled. Not playing any shows. No business. Just a getaway. Enjoy my love song for the Atlantic Ocean. Hugs and kisses on all your brain parts.Catch me in a town near you (as I head out on tour soon with Stephen Stanley from The Lowest of the Low and The Stephen Stanley Band) by visting my website to see where I'm playing. If people can hate for no reason, I can love for no reason - and I love you. Thanks for stopping by Graventown. Yer always welcome here. As a full time independent artist, you can support me by joining my SUPER RAD subscription service at https://ko-fi.com/gravencanada

Selections from Rum Ragged, Sherman Downey, The Once, and Kelly Loder from Newfoundland and Labrador, Shane Pendergast from Prince Edward Island, Ray Legere and Janet Crawford from New Brunswick and from Nova Scotia, Dave Gunning and J.P. Cormier, Jimmy Rankin, Joe Henry and Mary Frances Leahy.https://www.facebook.com/ron.moores.18

When Moses parted the Red Sea, it was considered to be an obviously miracle. The ocean and the tides have always been part of sea faring life and have had legends and myths follow them throughout history. A king's tide is those tides that occur at points throughout the year where they are their highest as the moon, sun, and gravity play a part. The new Canadian film THE KING TIDE popped up on VOD recently to some fairly good reviews. But its title is more a metaphor than part of the interesting plot.Bobby (Clayne Crawford) is the mayor of the only town on an island off the Atlantic Canadian coast. A small dingy appears by the shore with a young baby in it. He and his wife, having just lost a pregnancy, adopt the girl. When she grows up, she begins to show miraculous powers of healing and fortune. Though Bobby tries to hide this from the community, his mother-in-law thinks otherwise leading to great change upon them all.The movie is directed by Christian Sparkes from a script from four writers. Besides Clayne Crawford, other stars include Frances Fisher and Lara Jean Chorostecki. The film was originally did the festival circuit in 2023 before a full release in 2024. With very good reviews, the movie had a short lived window of note. Your co-hosts take a look at it and give their thoughts.

Nicole O'Byrne talks to David Frank about his book, J.B. McLachlan: A Biography: The Story of a Legendary Labour Leader and the Cape Breton Coal Miners. J.B. McLachlan: A Biography presents a vivid portrait of a significant early twentieth-century Canadian rebel. Recognized as a remarkable biography, it chronicles the life of a Canadian labor hero and provides an unparalleled account of twentieth-century Canadian labor history, inspiring readers who seek social and economic justice. David Frank is a leading figure in Canadian history. He taught for over 30 years at the University of New Brunswick, and he has written six books on Atlantic Canadian labour history. His articles on labour and social history have appeared in numerous books and journals. Image Credit: James Lorimer & Company Ltd. If you like our work, please consider supporting it: bit.ly/support_WTY. Your support contributes to the Champlain Society's mission of opening new windows to directly explore and experience Canada's past.

A new survey released by "Too Good To Go" shows 85 per cent of Atlantic Canadian adults say a portion of their child's school lunch returns home uneaten every week. Host Jeff Douglas is joined by Sarah Soteroff, the company's senior PR manager, to discuss how to limit that food waste and why it's important.

#RingRust with my musicular #Summerslam natterings... & I give this Atlantic Canadian band a passing grade, in this week's #3WayDanceOff! #TagMeIn  ~ ~ ~ I'd like to hear from you! Please drop me a line @ ring-rust@hotmail.com {Subject Line: Ring Rust} & let me know what you like {or dislike} about my show! I'm always on the lookout for constructive criticism {if you want playlists again, start giving me feedback, people!}  ~ ~ ~ Check out my #Unboxing videos, all that snazzy anti-social media & support all my shows http://markjabroni.mysite.com/ ~ ~ ~ RECORDED LIVE @ CHMR-FM Studios in Sunny St. John's NL! Learn more @ https://www.chmr.ca/ If you want to contribute to Betty Cisneros' Stage 4 Cancer treatment, please donate @ https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-betty-battle-her-cancer-away & if you wanted to contribute to the surgeries of wrestling veteran Lufisto, you can check out her store @ http://www.lufisto.com/store-1/ SHOW NOTES... 0:05:10 Pay-Per-Review: WWE's Summerslam 1 0:08:02 Musicular Interlude 1 0:18:59 Pay-Per-Review: WWE's Summerslam 2 0:19:44 Musicular Interlude 2 0:29:08 Pay-Per-Review: WWE's Summerslam 3 0:30:43 Musicular Interlude 3 0:40:45 Pay-Per-Review: WWE's Summerslam 4 0:42:02 Musicular Interlude 4 0:50:26 Assuming the Intermissionary Position  0:54:49 This Week's Macho Fact 1:02:50 Pay-Per-Review: WWE's Summerslam 5 1:05:30 Musicular Interlude 5 1:17:38 Pay-Per-Review: WWE's Summerslam 6 1:19:27 Musicular Interlude 6 1:25:48 This Week's 3-Way Dance-Off: This Band Passed All Its Classes With *Walking* Colours! 1:37:41 Pay-Per-Review: WWE's Summerslam 7 1:39:04 Musicular Interlude 7 1:43:37 Battle Royale With Cheese: Sweet Teriyaki Mania Running Wild! 1:45:24 Musicular Interlude 8

A new report by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives says one-third of Atlantic Canadian workers earn $20 an hour or less. The report also says, contrary to common beliefs, that most of those workers are not students or young people. Guest host Preston Mulligan spoke with one of the report's co-authors Christine Saulnier.

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-grade stethoscopes for personalized cardiac care.Sparrow BioAcoustics' mission focuses on early disease detection through sound bioacoustics, providing convenient access to critical medical information about heart and lung function. The episode highlights the company's remarkable growth from a team of four to forty in just 2.5 years, driven by a commitment to technology, medicine, regulatory quality management systems, and customer support. Opauszky emphasizes the transformative potential of their heart monitoring device, particularly for those with heart health concerns, high-risk groups, and individuals experiencing symptoms or taking specific medications. The company's mission, deeply influenced by personal experiences with cardiovascular disease, ensures that its focus remains on empowering patients with the tools to take control of their health.Learn more about Sparrow BioAcoustics: https://stethophone.com/Visit Digital Nova Scotia: https://digitalnovascotia.com/Music © Bensound.com

RCMP Sgt. Craig Marshall Smith joins host Jeff Douglas to talk about his new book, Appointed to the Order: Black Atlantic Canadians For Outstanding Contributions to Province and Country. Smith has written several books about African Canadian history and achievement.

Juno nominated singer-songwriter Kellie Loder is on tour across Atlantic Canada right now with their latest album, Transitions. Kellie dropped by Studio A this afternoon, to talk about their new album and their current tour with Mainstreet host, Jeff Douglas.

In this podcast we speak with Mario Levesque, Associate Professor of Canadian Politics and Public Policy in the Department of Politics and International Relations at Mount Allison University. His teaching and research focus on Canadian politics and public policy, with interests in Atlantic Canadian politics and Lyme disease policy in Canada. He recently co-authored a paper with colleague Marilyn Cox called Small Wins for Those with Lyme Disease in Canada, Patients in an Embodied Health Movement. www.lookingatlyme.caMario talks about his entry into policy work, navigating policy between the private sector and government. This early work sparked his interest and motivated him to learn more about public policy. After receiving his PhD in public policy, he started working in the area of disability policy,  work that overlaps with the work he's now doing regarding Lyme disease policy. After his conversations with Vett Lloyd of Mount Allison University, Mario developed an interest in studying Lyme disease policy in Canada.Read the full show notesMario Levesque, PhD, at Mount Allison University

The East Coast Music Association (ECMA) appointed its new Chief Executive Officer, Blanche Israël, a Moroccan French Canadian cultural strategist and professional musician who has called Dartmouth, Nova Scotia home since 2019. She began her new role on Friday, March 1, 2024. Join East Coast DNA host Darcy Walsh for a chat with Blanche Israël as we approach ECMA 2024. Israël has had various roles in the arts sector and brings a unique blend of experience to the position. As a consultant for the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, she developed a comprehensive Cultural Export Analysis, and for the Halifax Regional Municipality, she consulted on the Performing and Visual Arts Venues Needs Assessment. In addition, her work with Music Nova Scotia as a Board Member and her touring and recording experience with JUNO Award-winning artist Jeremy Dutcher, has provided Israël with a broad perspective and understanding of the music industry. Israël's skills in strategic finance, partnerships, and understanding of legal requirements in arts organizations are further highlighted by her successful operation of proScenium Services. Through this venture, she generated over $10 million in public and private revenue and supported a wide range of artists and organizations. Israël is a graduate of the University of Toronto's Arts Management program, holding an Honours Bachelor of Arts. She has been recognized with numerous awards and bursaries, including the CultureNEXT Bursary from the Canadian Arts Summit and the Orpheus Prize in Humanities from the University of Toronto. “We are thrilled to welcome Blanche to the East Coast Music Association. Her diverse background and deep understanding of the Atlantic Canadian cultural landscape makes her an ideal leader for our organization,” says Debbie Mullins, Chair of the ECMA Board and elected representative from Cape Breton. “We are confident that Blanche's innovative approach and passion for music will greatly contribute to the growth and success of our music community.” “I am deeply honored to lead the East Coast Music Association as its new CEO. This role combines my love for music and my commitment to cultural strategy in a region that has been my home and inspiration,” says Israël. “I look forward to working with our amazing artists and stakeholders to elevate Atlantic Canadian music and showcase our rich cultural tapestry to the world.” Under Israël's leadership, the East Coast Music Association is set to embark on a journey of renewed growth and innovation, strengthening its position as a key player in the Atlantic Canadian music scene. www.ecma.com Opening music "Empire" by Michael S. Ryan accompanied by Blanche Israël on cello Closing music "Physios and Love" by The Public Service (George Woodhouse) accompanied by Blanche Israël on cello Subscribe to @eastcoastdna for more music + arts coverage throughout the year. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/east-coast-dna/message

The inaugural edition of the Halifax Art Book Fair and conference will take place on Saturday. The fair is a gathering for Atlantic Canadian artists who want to find new connections and ideas. It will be held at the All Nations Church. Host Jeff Douglas is joined by Andrew Hill and Marite Kuus, who are both Halifax-based artists and co-directors of the fair.

Mi'kmaw entrepreneur Nadine Bernard among 25 Atlantic Canadian businesswomen celebrated at gala.

A Halifax bartender is the only Atlantic Canadian competing in a national mixology competition happening here during the Junos. Portia visits the Highwaymen Restaurant & Bar to find out more about the cocktail making magic that Keegan McGregor has up his sleeves.

On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares news about Canada's Arctic foxes, and Lawrence speaks with Dalhousie University's Chris Harvey-Clark about his new book “In Search of the Great Canadian Shark.” With spring on the way, we have tips on how to decide what type of angler you are, and Lawrence reflects on the path to becoming a responsible angler. Highlights:Introduction (00:00)Lilly on the Arctic Fox (00:39)Chris Harvey-Clark on his book “In Search of the Great Canadian Shark” (05:23)What Type of Angler Are You? (20:04)How Do You Become a Responsible Angler? (25:05)Show Close (27:48)Guest Bio (from Canadian Geographic)Dr. Chris Harvey-Clark obtained a B.Sc. degree with Distinction in Marine Biology in 1981 at the University of Victoria, followed by a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1985 from the University of Saskatchewan, and has practiced mixed species and aquatic/ exotic animal medicine in five provinces. Currently appointed at Dalhousie University in Halifax, N.S., he has published more than 50 research and clinical papers and book chapters on veterinary aspects of wildlife and marine species.In 1995, he initiated a WWF-funded research program elucidating the biology of the leatherback sea turtle in the North Atlantic Ocean which resulted in the creation of the Canadian Sea Turtle Network. In 2003, he developed a diving research program using telemetry to investigate the biology and ecology of the Greenland shark and continues to use similar techniques in the study of another elusive species, the Atlantic Torpedo ray. Since 2018, Harvey-Clark has been active in research and conservation efforts focussed on the restoration of the severely endangered Atlantic Whitefish.As part of a lifetime of support for citizen science and facilitating marine environmental conservation, he has written, filmed and hosted more than 30 natural history documentaries for Discovery Channel, BBC, National Film Board of Canada, History Channel, Netflix and National Geographic. An avid underwater image maker and diver since 1976, he participated in the creation of the late Rob Stewarts famous documentary Sharkwater II; Extinction. He wrote the first photo-illustrated marine life guide to the Maritimes, Eastern Tidepool and Reef, in 1996, a Canadian bestseller. In 2021 he published an expanded new guide, Maritime Marine Life. Since 2020, his research has involved the first-ever Canadian photo identification database documenting the resurgence of great white sharks in Atlantic Canadian waters.More on Chris' upcoming book “In Search of the Great Canadian Shark” available March 15, 2024 (info from Nimbus Publishing)The story provides a firsthand account of underwater naturalist and veterinarian Dr Chris Harvey-Clark's many diving research adventures with sharks, torpedo rays, endangered Northern Right Whales and other charismatic megafauna in Canadian waters. The book is loaded with fascinating biological discoveries and anecdotes featuring the secret lives of aquatic animals and tells the story of a burgeoning passion for marine species and undersea exploration.From early experiences as a marine biologist and commercial diver to later, first-ever studies with Greenland sharks, torpedo rays, beavers and ultimately Great White sharks in Canadian waters, Chris gives you an immersive look at the unique animals and people encountered in Canada's three oceans, as global warming changes the invisible underwater world that surrounds us. About Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther:Listen live Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Eastern over basic cable on AMI-audio, or stream episodes as a podcast. Send us your comments at Feedback@AMI.Ca and please rank us on Apple Podcast.For more Lawrence Gunther check out Blue Fish RadioThe Blue Fish Radio show features subjects and people of special interest to the future of water, fish and fishing, and is ranked as one of the top 30 fishing podcasts on the internet. Each week the host, Lawrence Gunther, interviews Canada's “giants” in the fishing industry, CEO's of conservation and sport fishing organizations, leading fish biologists and researchers, government scientists and politicians, and people with local and indigenous knowledge who exemplify the spirit of conservation and citizen science. The Blue Fish Radio Show is the official fishing podcast of Outdoor Canada Magazine. The Show is also rebroadcast across Canada 5-times each week by AMI Audio over basic cable and satellite TV.

Katie Jackson, Community Engagement Producer for CBC Atlantic, speaks with Krissy about how the series Black Changemakers celebrates the impact of Black people in Atlantic Canadian communities.

Duncan Dee is the former Chief Operating Officer of Air Canada.

H. Wade MacLauchlan (LLB'81) is a well-known Canadian legal expert, academic, university administrator, politician and community leader. As premier of Prince Edward Island from 2015-19, he led an expansion and diversification of PEI's economy and the growth and rejuvenation of the province's population, while contributing to historic, regional initiatives in immigration, infrastructure and economic growth. Prior to politics, MacLauchlan was the longest-serving president of the University of Prince Edward Island from 1999-2011, and dean of law at the University of New Brunswick from 1991-1996. In this episode:    How MacLauchlan got into academia and then politics  Insights into Atlantic Canadian policy on immigration and growth  The housing crisis and the solutions needed now  How higher education and university can do the most they can in a time of growth  The role of universities with respect to growth and immigration  Links and resources:    Wade MacLauchlan  Announcement of MacLauchlan as UNB Chancellor  Thanks to:    Our alumni host, Katie Davey  Music by alumni artist, Beats of Burden   Our alumni Affinity Partners, TD Insurance and Manulife    To listen to UNBeknownst and for more info on the podcast, the hosts and how to subscribe to new episode alerts, visit our website. 

It's not the usual summer camp fare... learning to dissect fish and artificially inseminate cows. That's what young Atlantic Canadians will learn as part of veterinary camp this summer. Apryl Munro, with the Atlantic veterinary college, tells us more.

Mohamed Bagha (BAMHT'05, MIDST'13) is the managing director of the Saint John Newcomers Centre and chair of the Saint John Region Chamber of Commerce. Originally from Kenya, he arrived in Saint John in the early 2000s to complete his post-secondary education at UNB and has been part of the newcomer support scene in the Port City for over a decade.   Mohamed is interested in helping grow and strengthen the community and is passionate about helping newcomers be part of that growth. He's worked on initiatives to help newcomers settle more easily in their new home, and to help everyone see the value of community-building work to grow the services available to newcomers. Join us for a conversation about community-building and the role that both newcomers and long-time community members have in working together.    In this episode:    What experiential learning programs do to help students, especially newcomers, build a network and become engaged in their community.  Why building a network is so important for engagement and success.  The important work of the Saint John Newcomers Centre – to both newcomers and the community.  Why Mohamed believes Atlantic Canadian cities are the best places to live.  His optimism for growth for the future, and why newcomers are central to that growth.  How to employ DEI to help overcome challenges for employers recruiting a talented workforce.   How we can create opportunities to make the city the best place to do business.      Links and resources:    Saint John Newcomers Centre  Saint John Region Chamber of Commerce  Mohamed's LinkedIn profile  Thanks to:    Our alumni host, Katie Davey  Music by alumni artist, Beats of Burden   Our alumni Affinity Partners, TD Insurance and Manulife    To listen to UNBeknownst and for more info on the podcast, the hosts and how to subscribe to new episode alerts, visit our website. 

Hailing from Canada's East Coast, Newfoundland's Chris Ryan has been entertaining crowds for over a decade. With his gritty voice, stellar guitar playing and high energy stage presence, Chris has become a mainstay in the Atlantic Canadian entertainment scene. Chris has had the opportunity to perform at the prestigious Halifax Urban Folk Festival and Newfoundland & Labrador Folk Festival, as well as share the stage with country music legends Toby Keith and Deana Carter, Canadian royalty Blue Rodeo, Canadian country artist Dallas Smith, Great Big Sea's Alan Doyle and Newfoundland folk favorites Fortunate Ones. Chris Ryan's Christmas Card Feeling appears in 2022's Christmas in Wolf Creek and now in 2023's Country Hearts Christmas Join East Coast DNA's Darcy Walsh for the next in our holiday series, as he sits down for a chat with Chris Ryan to dig a little deeper and get a peak into his future plans. 00:00 Chris Ryan introduction 00:50 Chat with Chris 26:25 Christmas Card Feeling by Chris Ryan Christmas Card Feeling available now on all streaming services. Subscribe to  @eastcoastdna  today! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/east-coast-dna/message

Researchers at Memorial University and Dalhousie University talk about a collaborative research program that's exploring the possibility of offering testing for sexually transmitted infections through local pharmacies.

Artists from across Atlantic Canada remember the sacrifices our soldiers have made to defend the nation, freedom and democracy throughout the world. Artists include Laura Smith, Leonard Cohen, Mike O'Reilly, Dave Gunning, J.P. Cormier, The Trews, The Once, Terry Penny, Terry Kelly, and “American cousin” Nancy Griffith. https://www.facebook.com/ron.moores.18

Who's Yer Father is the latest feature comedy film from Prince Edward Island director and writer Jeremy Larter. The film, which was created by a mostly Atlantic Canadian crew, is opening at threatres around the Maritimes this weekend, including a screening and Q&A in Halifax.

Jim Cormier is the Atlantic Director of the Retail Council of Canada.

Producer/Host: Sarah O’Malley This episode describes the history of the northwest Atlantic/Canadian maritime population of walruses, including their historic range and reasons for extinction. About the host: Sarah O’Malley is an ecologist, naturalist and science communicator passionate about deepening her listeners’ experiences with the natural world. She teaches biology and sustainability at Maine Maritime Academy and is currently collaborating on a guide book to the intertidal zone in the Gulf of Maine. The post The Essential Rhythm 8/13/23: Charismatic Megafauna – Northwest Atlantic Walruses first appeared on WERU 89.9 FM Blue Hill, Maine Local News and Public Affairs Archives.

This week on the CEO Series, Karl travels to Newfoundland to sit down with Mark Dobbin, President of Killick Capital, a leading private equity firm dedicated to Atlantic Canadian businesses and aerospace. Tune in to learn more about the start-up industry in Newfoundland, Killick's interest in aerospace, and to find out what a killick actually is in Newfoundlander terms.

A new study out of the Fraser Institute compares the economies of the four Atlantic Canadian provinces with the six New England states. The study finds an enduring trend of lower income and higher unemployment on this side of the border. Hear from Alex Whalen, senior economist with the Fraser Institute and co-author of the study.

Tim Yerxa joined us to preview a show that features two well-known Atlantic Canadian musicians: Reeny Smith and Classified.

On this episode I'm joined by Babs, guitarist of Botfly. We sit to chat about his experience in coffee, joining Botfly, the Atlantic Canadian scene, Bots Blend coffee, and guitar gear. During the episode we were drinking a cup of Bots Blend by Receiver Coffee. Episode Links: https://www.receivercoffee.com/ https://botfly.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/botfly902/?hl=en https://open.spotify.com/artist/7GVU1kUwgpaoVZS8eHr64K beansandbreakdowns.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beansandbreakdowns/message

Claire Goodwin, a research scientist at the Huntsman Marine Science Centre in St. Andrews, walks us through her marine expedition to study Atlantic Canadian invertebrate species.

We're delighted to be tackling a new queer Canadian Indigenous film with Bretten Hannam's Wildhood (2021).Featuring great teen performances and picturesque Nova Scotia landscapes, this road trip movie about a pair of two-spirited Mi'kmaw boys is beautifully shot by cinematographer Guy Godfree (Giant Little Ones). We have some quibbles with the leisurely pacing, the sex scene and the arbitrary use of subtitles, but we're happy to see another side of Atlantic Canadian represented onscreen.Reference: Herb Wyile. Anne of Tim Hortons: Globalization and the Reshaping of Atlantic-Canadian Literature. Wilfrid Laurier University PressWanna connect with the show? Follow us on Twitter @HKHSPod or use the hashtag #HKHSPod:> Brenna: @brennacgray> Joe: @bstolemyremoteHave something longer to say or a comment about banned book club? Email us at hkhspod@gmail.com or tweet us your responses before the following deadlines:> July 21: Cousins by Virginia Hamilton> Aug 18: The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Nancy Regan is a bona fide Atlantic Canadian icon and a legend. A journalist, news anchor, and television personality best known for her fifteen-year tenure as host of CTV's Live At 5, which at its peak was bringing in 350,000 viewers every night.  She also served as the national host of CTV's Good Morning Canada and That News Show, and has interviewed some of the most famous people on the planet—including Oprah, Madonna, Russell Crowe, Mel Gibson and Harrison Ford. Nancy is also an actor, having appeared on stage at Halifax's gorgeous Neptune Theatre, and in TV and film productions such as Haven, Trailer Park Boys, and Reversible Errors.  In her new book "From Showing Off to Showing Up: An Impostor's Journey from Perfect to Present", Nancy gives a behind-the-scenes account of her experience hosting a TV show  while studiously concealing fear, insecurity, and self-doubt.  She is also the host of two hit podcasts - Canadian Love Map and The Soul Booth.  Order From Showing Off to Showing Up: An Impostor's Journey from Perfect to Present from www.nimbus.ca www.nancyregan.ca Be sure to follow Nancy on Twitter @NancyRegan Instagram @NovaScotiaNancy And on Facebook: @NancyReganAuthor 

renewed interest in liquified Atlantic Canadian natural gas projects, on the phone in: ticks

Mullinger heads to Enfield, Nova Scotia to meet iconic East Coast hip hop artist and record producer, Luke Boyd, better known by his stage name, Classified.      He shot to stardom over 20 years ago and has since collaborated with everyone from Snoop Dogg to Buck 65, Ria Mae to David Myles. He has also racked up an incredible number of Juno awards, Much Music Video Awards, and ECMA's for his incredible talent and earned dozens of platinum and gold records. Despite the colossal success of his music, he has always remained close to his lifelong friends and living in the East Coast. Born and raised in small town Nova Scotia, he is a perfect representation of just how much an Atlantic Canadian can achieve on an international scale.   Social media handles: Twitter: @jamesmullinger @themaritimeedit @Classified Instagram: @jamesmullinger @themaritimeedit @ClassifiedHipHop Facebook: @JamesMullingerComedian @Classified

On this week's edition of Art 'n Soul, Mocean Dance returns to the stage with a new show to celebrate its 20th anniversary. Plus, our culture columnist Tara Lynn Taylor tells us about Kazan Co-op's Atlantic Canadian theatrical premier of Unconfined.

More than 1.5 million people have left the Ukraine because of the war being waged by Russia. Lawyers throughout Atlantic Canada are working pro-bono to help Ukrainians come to this region. Hear from two lawyers with strong ties to Ukraine.

Today's Unashamed Alcoholic guest is Canadian singer-songwriter Damhnait Doyle. Damhnait was a member of Atlantic Canadian band Shaye from 2003–2009.Damhnait wrote an op-ed which appeared in the Toronto Star in 2019 about how the music industry needs to better support musicians who don't drink. I wanted to chat with her about her decision to stop drinking, how difficult that is as a musician, and how things have changed since she wrote the article.I hope you enjoy my conversation with Damhnait.Support the show

We are delighted to be speaking to Ron Lovett today! Ron is a fascinating entrepreneur! He built a unique security company in Canada and then sold it. He has also written some books, and he has been on various boards and involved in different projects. We are sure you are going to enjoy hearing our intriguing conversation and Ron's inspiring stories today! Ron Lovett's bio: Ron Lovett is an Atlantic Canadian entrepreneur who successfully scaled his Halifax-based guard security company to over 3,000 staff across Canada. Ron's leadership hallmarks of relentless learning, disrupting stale industries, fast action, and transforming staff into passionate stakeholders inspired his first book, Outrageous Empowerment, in 2018.   He sold his security company to the largest provider in the USA at a 24X multiple. He now focuses on his rapidly expanding, multi-family residential portfolio through Vida Living, whose purpose is to revolutionize workforce housing across North America and plans to reach 10,000 units by 2027.   Ron is a globally sought-after professional speaker and thought-leader in organizational culture. He hosts an award-winning podcast and will be releasing his next book and a Master Class called Scaling Culture in Spring 2021.  He also helps clients solve people and culture challenges directly through his other company, Connolly Owens.  Over the years, Ron has been recognized with many awards for the success of Source Security & Investigations and his leadership within the region. Those include:  BDC Young Entrepreneur Award, (x5) Atlantic Business Magazine's Top 50 CEO Award, Junior Chamber International Outstanding Young Person Award, and the Remy Martin Bold Five under 35. People are usually stunned to find out Ron is only 41.  Entrepreneurship Ron feels that entrepreneurship has always been in his blood. As a child, he was always very curious and wanting to make his own way. From a very early age, he was starting micro-small businesses, making decisions, and taking jobs that were more variable compensation.  How Ron Lovett started his company, Source Security & Investigations Inc Ron Lovett has a background in martial arts. When he was nineteen, he got hired to work the door at a few nightclubs in Halifax, Nova Scotia. There, he built a name for himself. Later, while traveling in North Columbia, he read a book about a gangster who made money from renting his gangster friends to nightclub security companies in London. Ron understood the business model, so based on that, he returned to Halifax to start a nightclub security company. He registered the company as Source Security. Starting He started the company with two high school friends on the security team. He had many other friends, and he hired lots of them as the company grew, and the company grew very quickly.  Ron Lovett separates friends and business Ron Lovett made it clear to his friends that when they were at work, they were at work. He was happy to hang out with them over weekends and have beers with them after work, but he made it very clear that their working relationship was not the same as their personal relationship.  The Rolling Stones Ron got asked to do the security at a Rolling Stones concert with an audience of 85,000 people. He agreed to do it, even though he had no idea how he would manage. He needed 380 security people, but he had only about 45 employees at the time. It was a challenge, but he managed to recruit enough people. On the day before the concert, only sixty people turned up in the busses that Ron had hired to get everyone he had hired to the venue. Ron thought it was all over for him. The next day, however, most of the other people he had hired drove themselves to the venue. So they pulled it off! Nobody died that day, and the concert went off well. Becoming the authority After pulling off the Rolling Stones concert, Source Security became the authority. They became known to understand everything about running the security at large concerts, and they had a unique ability to solve any problem in the present moment, which is very hard to do. Give people back their brains  Ron became obsessive about two things when he was at rock bottom and lost a million dollars in 2011. They were to give people their brains back and build systems and processes to allow people to have autonomy, make decisions, and build culture in an industry that lacked culture. Community Ron felt that it was vital to create community for his employees. Ron Lovett's move towards autonomy Ron Lovett was looking for a way to systemize autonomy without using any command and control. Also, to give people their brains back and get them to use them. Rather than having policies in place, he created a framework of three questions. He always asks the people in his company those questions to empower them when they make critical decisions. Those questions are: Is it the right thing for the customer? Is it the right thing for our business based on our purpose of changing the industry? And our values? Are you willing to be accountable? Coaching in real-time and scaling That decision-making process allowed Ron to coach his employees in real-time, in the present moment. It also helped to remove the bureaucracy and allowed him to simplify things as he scaled the business.  Holding people back People get held back from their potential if they do not get coached and celebrated in real-time.  Challenge everything You build a great business by challenging everything. Purpose Find a purpose that will give you goose-bumps. That purpose should, at least, make someone curious.  Ron Lovett's thoughts on leaders Ron Lovett believes that the best leaders today don't solve problems. They ask the right questions and let the organizations answer them. Entrepreneurs As entrepreneurs, you need to ask questions that drive you to be objective about what you have created. How To Ron is writing his second book. It's called Scaling Culture. It is about how to build and sustain a resilient, high-performing organization. He also has a Master Class that can get taken online that will launch with the book. Connect with Eric On LinkedIn On Facebook On Instagram On Website Connect with Ron On LinkedIn On Website Ron's book: Outrageous Empowerment: The Incredible Story of Giving Employees Their Brains Back Books mentioned: Drive by Daniel Pink

With Gretchen George You might have noticed a drop in your traction on Facebook over the past year, and just so you know, it's most likely not because people have randomly just stopped caring about you. Nope. It's the evil, elusive and ever-changing Facebook algorithm that has made it increasingly challenging to connect organically with your fans. Looks like Zuckerberg wants our money to use his platform after all. And, Because Facebook's micro-targeting ad features allow you to reach your exact target audience, the good news is, Facebook ads can get your message in front of the people who are most likely to want your products or services and not just click like and move on with their scroll. So there is a bit of a silver lining… if you're willing to open your purse strings. Facebook advertising is a pretty effective way to connect with highly targeted audiences, the kind that will click add to cart, on the world's largest social network. And I have to admit, I have seen some early success in my business with Facebook ads. Since I’ve begun using Facebook ads to sell my digital programs, I have seen a 5x ROI on my ad spend, and not only that, I have learned a whole lot about the people who I am trying to reach. Specifically, which audiences are most likely to buy from me, and what language and imagery resonates to name just a few. So, you know when you see an ad in your scroll and you're like, how did they know I wanted that? Well, it's not a coincidence my friend. It is the result of intricate data mining and tracking your activities on the platform. And recently, Apple iOS has rolled out new anti tracking features on their most recent software update that is keeping Facebook advertisers on their toes. It is a lot to keep track of. Pun intended. And that's why today's guest, Gretchen George, is here today to help you make sense of it all. Gretchen simplifies an otherwise pretty technical topic, gives us her recommendations on what you should be doing online for your business, and although important, why Facebook ads are just part of an overall integrated marketing plan. She also reveals how Facebook ads can be used as a highly effective research tool, the benefits of split testing your Facebook ads, how you can get started if you're a complete beginner and the ONE THING you should absolutely do with your Facebook account today, even if all this stuff flies at a high altitude over your head. It's all about taking it in in bite sized pieces. This conversation with Gretchen is sure to get you one giant step closer to using Facebook as the super powerful business tool it can be. You don’t wanna miss this one. So let's dive in. In this episode, Gretchen talks about: Why Facebook advertising is important for your business. 6:23 What small business owners should be doing online considering new algorithms. 7:30How Facebook and Instagram ads fit into a bigger plan (and I can almost guarantee that they do!). 8:53Tips for businesses to get prepared for a Facebook ad spend. 10:25Facebook pixels and what kind of data it can collect. 15:24Information, statistics and effectiveness of retargeting ads. 17:27Resources for step by step instructions to set up Facebook pixels. 18:36How business owners can be strategic about spending advertising dollars. 20:07Appropriate budgets for Facebook ads. 24:26Running a split tests on Facebook as a tool to learn about your audience. 25:42What people fear most about Facebook ads. 27:23What happens when you boost a Facebook post and why it is important. 29:28Common mistakes people make when they’re setting up ads. 30:30Getting started with ads. 32:33Results you can expect to see from your ads. 36:17Exciting examples breakthrough discoveries with Facebook ads. 38:12Helpful resources for people getting ready for Facebook ads. 40:17Making Facebook ads work for YOU. 41:26 Don’t leave marketing behind in your business, don’t put it on the backburner. Make it a priority and come up with a strategy so that when you are ready to go, you can hit the ground running. Set up the pixel. Also, make sure you’re including marketing and your strategy for 2021. Even if you don’t even ever use Facebook, Instagram, ads ever, just set up the pixel so that if you choose to one of these days, that you’re ready to go, you have some data in the pot already cooking, and you have an audience that you can speak to, that you don’t have to cultivate from scratch.Gretchen George Pixels and ROI and split tests oh my! I loved chatting with Gretchen. She makes an otherwise intimidating topic feel a little less scary, and I hope you learned a whole lot from her today. If nothing else, I hope you will walk away from this episode and get your Facebook pixel set up. It truly only takes a short amount of time, and even if you don’t do a thing with it over the next little while, the data generated in the meantime could be very important in the future of that booming little empire of yours. I hope that Gretchen helped to show you that being consistent and believing in yourself enough to make this kind of investment in yourself and in your business is what it takes to be successful, and Facebook ads can get you there if you are practicing what she shared with us today. To find out more about Gretchen and anything mentioned in todays episode, please visit the show notes at kellylawson.ca/053 Thank you so much for tuning in today, I had a lot of fun. Who knew talking Facebook pixels could be so rad? Until next week my friend, bye for now. 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