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Canada voted in favour of the UN resolution to force a ceasefire in the Israel - Hamas war, but the US voted against the resolution. Why aren't the US and Canada no longer on the same page? We tackle the topic with Mercedes Stephenson – Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief – and Host of “The West Block”. Buyer's market - seller's market - the real estate market was hot in Calgary in 2023…So what's in store for the next 12 months ahead? We get some insight from Realtor Justin Havre of the “Justin Havre Real Estate Team with eXp Realty” Finally - after a few difficult years, one Calgary businessman has found a way to keep his “sweet” business thriving. We catch up with Brad Churchill – owner of “Choklat” to find out what makes his ‘brand' unique – and why he decided to expand his line to now include protein powder.
Born in a small town in Finland Aki Choklat grew up with dreams of becoming the next fashion design icon. Aki's journey into footwear was not easy and took hardwork, commitment and an endless pursuit to fulfill his passion. Now a seasoned designer and entrepreneur Aki has started and sold his own brands as well as collaborated and consulted for others around the world. Today, Aki is the Chair of the Fashion Accessories Design Department at the College for Creative Studies in Detroit, MI. A school mostly recognized for its automotive design department, CCS has gone through a transformation and has really embraced footwear and fashion. Join me on this episode of the Kicks Factory podcast to experience Aki's journey from a small town to the motor city.
Born in a small town in Finland Aki Choklat grew up with dreams of becoming the next fashion design icon. Aki's journey into footwear was not easy and took hardwork, commitment and an endless pursuit to fulfill his passion. Now a seasoned designer and entrepreneur Aki has started and sold his own brands as well as collaborated and consulted for others around the world. Today, Aki is the Chair of the Fashion Accessories Design Department at the College for Creative Studies in Detroit, MI. A school mostly recognized for its automotive design department, CCS has gone through a transformation and has really embraced footwear and fashion. Join me on this episode of the Kicks Factory podcast to experience Aki's journey from a small town to the motor city.
Good shoes take you good places — at least according to renowned shoe designer Aki Choklat. In this episode, Danialle learns about Aki's experience in the fashion industry as well as his involvement in the Detroit community. Plus: She gets to know the inspiring men behind Pingree Detroit, a manufacturing company that employs U.S. veterans to create upcycled leather goods from auto materials. Aki Choklat Today world-renowned shoe designer Aki Choklat tells Danialle about his experience in the fashion industry, his work at the College for Creative Studies and shares what surprised him the most about Detroit, the city he calls home. (Spoiler: He wasn't planning on staying long.) For more about Aki, visit akichoklat.com. Follow Aki Choklat on Instagram and Facebook. Jarret Schlaff and Nathaniel Crawford II of Pingree Detroit Next, meet Jarret Schlaff and Nathaniel Crawford II, two of the inspiring men behind Pingree Detroit, where U.S. veterans are paid a living wage to craft bags, urban utility footwear, and accessories using luxury-grade car seat leather upcycled from the American auto industry. The worker-owned, community based manufacturing company, which operates out of its workshop on Woodward and Milwaukee, was co-founded in January 2015. Hear how Jarret's public policy and non-profit background meshed with Nate's military service to form Pingree, which strives to improve the lives of people in our community. For more information visit, pingreedetroit.com. Follow Pingree Detroit on Instagram and Facebook. Read more about Pingree Detroit on SEEN.
It’s an interview for the record books Fashioncast fans. Co-hosts Christine and Mike are still trying to recover from the overflow of astounding fashion information from the one and only Aki Choklat. Literally, fresh off his recent triumph as being named Hour magazine’s Best-Dressed in Detroit (on the cover), Aki Choklat, international shoe and accessories designer, Chair of Fashion Accessories Design at the College for Creative Studies, entrepreneur, accomplished fashion author, and all-around fashion intellectual brings his “A” game to the studio. From his humble beginnings in Jyväskylä, Finland, to his formal education studying political science and interning for a U.S. Senator in Washington, D.C., it’s an incredible journey that ultimately lands Aki in Europe as a well-known shoe designer. Moreover, Aki’s a walking encyclopedia of fashion information from key historical fashion designers to current trends and influencers. Finally, Aki’s an all-around nice guy with a voice for radio and a keen sense of humor. What more could a listener ask for? In this episode, it’s the ultimate fashion interview with one of the very best. Enjoy!
It’s an interview for the record books Fashioncast fans. Co-hosts Christine and Mike are still trying to recover from the overflow of astounding fashion information from the one and only Aki Choklat. Literally, fresh off his recent triumph as being named Hour magazine’s Best-Dressed in Detroit (on the cover), Aki Choklat, international shoe and accessories designer, Chair of Fashion Accessories Design at the College for Creative Studies, entrepreneur, accomplished fashion author, and all-around fashion intellectual brings his “A” game to the studio. From his humble beginnings in Jyväskylä, Finland, to his formal education studying political science and interning for a U.S. Senator in Washington, D.C., it’s an incredible journey that ultimately lands Aki in Europe as a well-known shoe designer. Moreover, Aki’s a walking encyclopedia of fashion information from key historical fashion designers to current trends and influencers. Finally, Aki’s an all-around nice guy with a voice for radio and a keen sense of humor. What more could a listener ask for? In this episode, it’s the ultimate fashion interview with one of the very best. Enjoy!
In their fourth episode, our hosts explore beer and romance for Valentine's Day, welcoming special guest star Ashleigh Curry. They start off with the delectable Choklat from Southern Tier (paired with a bit of mint chocolate), moving on to the ineffable Chocolate Manifesto from Flying Monkeys, then finishing the episode with Stone's spicy Xocoveza. Exploring themes of romance, dating, and beer, they discuss beer bars as a romantic destination, and ponder what would happen if Tinder and Untappd had a love child. They naturally discuss various aphrodisiacs, including hops and their beneficial (or unfortunate) effects. Also, Dan mentions his proclivity for drinking beers in the bathroom, especially during bubble baths, Alex ponders a hop-themed romantic treat, and Chris unromantically talks about politics.
Special Guest: Lauren Colmar. Blending.
Special Guest: Lauren Colmar. Blending.
I came to this festival because I WANT to wait in lines!!!
I came to this festival because I WANT to wait in lines!!!
How many beers is too many in a blind tasting? Beer scene in Champaign-Urbana.
How many beers is too many in a blind tasting? Beer scene in Champaign-Urbana.
Jason & John argue about complex vs. simple beers plus we review:[06:41] Goose Island's Sophie[14:16] Goose Island's Matilda[21:00] Sierra Nevada's Estate Homegrown Wet Hop Ale[31:31] Southern Tier's Choklat[42:46] Varnum House Revolutionary Porter (homebrew)
Special Guest: Lauren Colmar. All Chocolate episode!Welcome back Lauren and congrats on the new baby. Baby Mastny small and big stouts. Rogue Chocolate Stout. Thoughts on Hopslam. UKG pub crawl. Brewpub shootout.
Special Guest: Lauren Colmar. All Chocolate episode!Welcome back Lauren and congrats on the new baby. Baby Mastny small and big stouts. Rogue Chocolate Stout. Thoughts on Hopslam. UKG pub crawl. Brewpub shootout.
"CBR 149: Chocolate and Coffee Beers","Coffee Beer, Chocolate Beer and Chocolate Coffee Beer. Oh yeah. Beers: Ommegang - Chocolate Indulgence Arcadia - Coco Loco Southern Tier - Choklat Southern Tier - Mokah Real Ale - Coffee Porter Terrapin - Wake and Bake Imperial Oatmeal Stout Rankings: Greg: 1. Choklat, 2. Real Ale, 3: Terrapin, 4. Arcadia, 5. Ommegang, 6. Mokah Jeff: 1. Choklat, 2. Terrapin, 3. Arcadia, 4.Real Ale, 5. Mokah, 6. Ommegang Preshow Postshow "
"CBR 149: Chocolate and Coffee Beers","Coffee Beer, Chocolate Beer and Chocolate Coffee Beer. Oh yeah. Beers: Ommegang - Chocolate Indulgence Arcadia - Coco Loco Southern Tier - Choklat Southern Tier - Mokah Real Ale - Coffee Porter Terrapin - Wake and Bake Imperial Oatmeal Stout Rankings: Greg: 1. Choklat, 2. Real Ale, 3: Terrapin, 4. Arcadia, 5. Ommegang, 6. Mokah Jeff: 1. Choklat, 2. Terrapin, 3. Arcadia, 4.Real Ale, 5. Mokah, 6. Ommegang Preshow Postshow "
"CBR 133: Chocolate Beers","This show is short and sweet, much like the chocolate in these beers, and this description. Beer: Rogue Chocolate Stout Terrapin Side Project #4 Dos Cocos Southern Tier Choklat Rankings: Greg: 1. Choklat, 2. Rogue, 3. Dos Cocas Jeff: 1. Choklat, 2. Rogue, 3. Dos Cocas Extras Preshow Postshow "
"CBR 133: Chocolate Beers","This show is short and sweet, much like the chocolate in these beers, and this description. Beer: Rogue Chocolate Stout Terrapin Side Project #4 Dos Cocos Southern Tier Choklat Rankings: Greg: 1. Choklat, 2. Rogue, 3. Dos Cocas Jeff: 1. Choklat, 2. Rogue, 3. Dos Cocas Extras Preshow Postshow "
"CBR 100: Centennial Beer Radio","CBR hits 100 Episodes, We List our top beers of 2007. We try some beers that may be in the 2008 list. We reminisce on the last 100 episodes, and are ready to do 100 more. Thanks everybody for listening. We do the show for you. Sign up for the Beer Geek Round Table DeCap 'n Catcher 15% Off Beer: Coney Island Lager - Smaltz Brewing Company Pyramid Imperial Hefeweizen Port Brewing - Old Viscosity Southern Tier - Choklat Rankings: Greg: 1. Choklat, 2. Old Viscosity, 3. Coney Island, 4. Pyramid Jeff: 1. Choklat, 2. Old Viscosity, 3. Coney Island, 4. Pyramid Extras Preshow - Yards Philly Pale Ale Postshow- Cleanup "
"CBR 100: Centennial Beer Radio","CBR hits 100 Episodes, We List our top beers of 2007. We try some beers that may be in the 2008 list. We reminisce on the last 100 episodes, and are ready to do 100 more. Thanks everybody for listening. We do the show for you. Sign up for the Beer Geek Round Table DeCap 'n Catcher 15% Off Beer: Coney Island Lager - Smaltz Brewing Company Pyramid Imperial Hefeweizen Port Brewing - Old Viscosity Southern Tier - Choklat Rankings: Greg: 1. Choklat, 2. Old Viscosity, 3. Coney Island, 4. Pyramid Jeff: 1. Choklat, 2. Old Viscosity, 3. Coney Island, 4. Pyramid Extras Preshow - Yards Philly Pale Ale Postshow- Cleanup "