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As wildfires continue to burn out of control in B.C., guest host Chris Walker follows Conservative MP Dan Albas, whose riding includes the evacuated town of Summerland, as he travels the backroads to Penticton to where many of his constituents have fled. In this documentary, Walker speaks to Albas and neighbouring MP, Helena Konanz, about the emergency response; to volunteers and evacuees about what they have lost; and to B.C. Premier David Eby about climate change and forest management. And, long before the wildfires made working outside difficult, the farmers of the Okanagan Valley were already having a worrying summer, as drought conditions have meant severe water rationing. In the next in our summer series on food security, The House travels to Coldstream, B.C. to meet vegetable farmer Rochelle Zelaney, as well as water scientist and former executive director of the Okanagan Basin Water Board Anna, Warwick Sears, to discuss farming in drought conditions and whether Canada's food security will suffer.Plus, in just a few days Canadians will find out if Trump will go ahead with imposing a crushing 50 per cent tariff on hundreds of Canadian goods. For B.C.'s lumber industry, that outcome could be fatal. Ashlee Cribb, CEO of Gorman Bros. in West Kelowna, explains the stakes for her company – and the community.This episode features the voices of:Dan Albas, Conservative MP for Okanagan Lake West—South KelownaHelena Konanz, Conservative MP for Similkameen—South Okanagan—West KootenayDavid Eby, Premier of B.C.Doug Holmes, mayor of Summerland, B.C.Rochelle Zelaney, co-owner of Zelaney FarmsAnna Warwick Sears, director of the Okanagan Basin Water BoardAshlee Cribb, CEO of Gorman Bros.
Bald Range wildfires: Summerland Mayor speaks (0:53) Doug Holmes, Mayor of Summerland The issue of the province spending $101,000 on the Luugat SRO, which has only one resident remaining (14:24) ‘The customers simply aren't here': Penticton businesses feel wildfire fallout (23:16) Gregory Condonopoulos, owner of Theo's Restaurant in Penticton More youth deaths and injuries caused by micromobility (35:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
‘The customers simply aren't here': Penticton businesses feel wildfire fallout Gregory Condonopoulos, owner of Theo's Restaurant in Penticton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
More than 20,000 people have been evacuated from the Okanagan in B.C., including the entire town of Summerland. We speak to one man who had to leave behind his animals, along with the mayor of Summerland to see how residents are coping on the ground in neighbouring Penticton.
Learn More about The Pastorate's Lead Pastor FellowshipAbbotsford Pentecostal AssemblyThe Pastorate ConferenceThe Pastorate's City MeetupsThe Pastorate Pastors RetreatEpisode NotesIn this conversation, Jordan sits down with Dave Funk, lead pastor of Abbotsford Pentecostal Assembly and a peer facilitator in The Pastorate's Lead Pastor Fellowship. Dave and Jordan connect about both being pastors' kids who went on to pastor under their fathers. Dave opens up about what it has been like raising his own three teenagers in the front row of church, while reflecting on his own upbringing in the church. From there, Dave traces his journey into pastoral ministry, including growing up assuming pastoring was "his dad's thing," a season of surrender to God's call on his life, five years serving as his father's assistant pastor, and then the decision to leave and pastor elsewhere rather than to succeed his dad. He and his wife, Rebecca, discerned that call together, first at Bethel Church in Penticton, a declining, aging congregation they helped bring back to life, and later in Abbotsford, where he arrived in the middle of COVID to a church recovering from a difficult leadership transition.In the back half of the conversation, Dave discusses his leadership philosophy, that compounding health in the life of the church has the power to build a consistent and healthy congregation over time. He reflects on his experience in The Pastorate's Lead Pastor Fellowship, first as a participant, now as a peer facilitator for its second intake.Jordan and Dave discuss:What it's like to raise pastor's kids in the front row, and the pressure Dave tries not to pass on to his own three teenagers,Growing up under his dad's leadership without ever sensing a gap between who his dad was on Sunday and who he was at home,Serving five years as his dad's assistant pastor, and the bullets his dad took for him that he didn't learn about until years later,Why he chose to leave rather than succeed his dad, Walking into a declining, aging church in Penticton and, later, a church in Abbotsford recovering from a difficult transition,and his return to The Pastorate's Lead Pastor Fellowship as a peer facilitator for its second cohort.PartnersWe couldn't do the work we do at The Pastorate without your generous support. We invite you to pray, share, and give towards seeding a hope-filled future for the Canadian church.Contact John Wright at Generis for help cultivating a culture of generosity in your church.
A fast-moving wildfire is raging out of control in western Canada, forcing thousands of people to flee their homes. For the latest on this Anton spoke to Chelsea Powrie, News Director for Castanet News in Penticton, British Columbia.
CBC's Tiffany Goodwein reported from Penticton where evacuees from Summerland have gathered over the weekend. Thompson Rivers University wildland fire professor Mike Flannigan broke down the situation across the province.We heard more about the death of an 80-year-old woman who died while fleeing the Bald Range wildfire, according to RCMP, and about the supports seniors need while evacuating.
A fast-moving wildfire is raging out of control in western Canada, forcing thousands of people to flee their homes. For the latest on this Anton spoke to Chelsea Powrie, News Director for Castanet News in Penticton, British Columbia.
The latest wildfire evacuations have brought many families to Penticton, B.C., as they hope to have a home to return to; concern for Canada grows as new U.S. tariffs are set to take place on August 19; tenancy advocacy groups say they’re critical about Carney’s housing plan aimed to support affordable or rent-controlled homes; and more.
Foundations of Amateur Radio When the Sun burps, something that it does regularly, the mainstream media starts talking about aurorae and optionally the end of the civilised world, not always as clinically as that. What's not talked about, let alone explained, is the nature of the solar burp. You've likely heard the terms Coronal Mass Ejection, or CME, Solar Flare and perhaps Solar Wind, Solar and Geomagnetic Storm, and Solar Flux, but what do these terms actually mean and how do they relate? Let's start with some basic numbers. Our Sun is 150 million kilometres away from Earth. As seen from Earth, the Sun rotates on its axis every 27 days, called a synodic rotation period, because while the Sun is rotating, Earth is moving too. If that wasn't enough, the Sun isn't solid, depending on where you're looking at it, rotation happens at different speeds, faster at the equator, slower at the poles. You might have heard of the Solar Cycle, an 11 year period during which solar activity steadily increases, near the maximum activity its magnetic poles flip from North to South and activity slowly decreases until the cycle starts again. Until quite recently we've deduced this by counting the number of dark areas, called sunspots, on the surface of the Sun. All this to say that our Sun is one massively dynamic environment and with it come a whole lot of processes that science is still discovering. The YouTube channel Astrum has a fascinating video called "We Didn't Predict the Sun Would Do This", that describes much of what we're still learning. We experience the Sun as a source of light, but as a radio amateur you know that light only represents a small set of frequencies in the radio spectrum, it's better to think of the Sun as a radio source, emitting many frequencies at once. The strength of this is measured at 2.8 GHz three times a day at 17:00, 20:00 and 23:00 UTC at the Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory in Penticton, British Columbia, Canada. This measurement, the Solar Flux gives a good indication of the level of solar activity. Adjusted for the varying distance between Earth and the Sun, a Solar Flux Index, or SFI, below 70 means that solar activity is very low, above 150 is considered very high activity. In addition to radio waves, the Sun also spits out a continuous wave of particles. Different parts of the Sun emit these at different speeds, varying between 300 and 800 km/s. These particles, the Solar Wind, exist throughout our Solar system. Because the Sun rotates and the particles aren't being emitted evenly we experience the solar wind as having a 27 day cycle. Think of a water filled beach-ball hanging from a rope with a hole in it, spinning, creating spirals of water. Stand in one spot and every time the ball rotates, you get hit by water. When the Sun burps, often at a sunspot, where concentrations of magnetic fields cool the surface, bursts of electromagnetic radiation are generated throughout the radio spectrum. Measured in Watts per square meter, this radiation is called a Solar Flare. Travelling at the speed of light, it takes about nine minutes to arrive at Earth. Sunspot and solar activity is used to model and predict the potential for solar flares. Strength is classified in four stages, class B being the weakest, through C, M, and class X being the strongest, each ten times more powerful than the previous. Within each class, numbers 1 through 9 serve to provide additional resolution, X2 being twice as strong as X1. The most powerful flare on record was estimated to be about X45, recorded on 4 November 2003, when at strength X17 the sensors overloaded. Some solar flares coincide with a massive eruption of particles, some of which are ejected violently, called a Coronal Mass Ejection or CME. A slow CME, travelling at 500 km/s might take three days to hit Earth, an extreme CME, travelling at up to 2,500 km/s might arrive in 16 hours. As the CME particles arrive, they distort Earth's geomagnetic field and depending on the severity, might cause a geomagnetic storm where fields are pushed closer towards Earth causing visual effects as aurorae. Recovery generally takes up to two days, but in extreme cases has been observed to take four. Disturbances of Earth's magnetic field are highly variable and are expressed in several different ways, the K, Kp, A, Ap and G indices. The K-index measured at individual observatories, ranges from 0 to 9 over a three hour period represents the maximum horizontal fluctuation in the geomagnetic field. Values of 5 and above indicating a geomagnetic storm. The planetary Kp-index represents a weighted average of 13 mid-latitude observatories. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or NOAA uses a G-scale, between 1 and 5, equivalent to a Kp-index between 5 and 9. The A-index is derived over eight K-index readings over a 24 hour UTC period at a particular observatory, below 20 is calm, between 20 and 50 is unsettled and above 50 is a stormy day. The Ap-index is an averaged planetary index based on data from a set of specific Kp stations. There's more. In 1760, a publication by Swiss polymath Leonard Euler indicated the existence of three stationary points between any two large bodies, known today as L1, L2 and L3. In 1772, Italian born, French mathematician, physicist and astronomer, Joseph-Louis Lagrange, discovered two more stationary points, L4 and L5. Known as the Euler-Lagrange, or Lagrange Points, some of these locations are being used today for solar observations, predictions and early warning systems. Launched on 24 September 2025 and in orbit at L1, between the Sun and Earth, at a distance of 1.5 million kilometres from Earth, the SOLAR-1 satellite acts as an early warning for solar storms. Since particles travel slower than the speed of light, this provides about 15 minutes warning for extreme CME's and longer for slower events. It became fully operational on the 10th of June, 2026. As part of the same Space Situational Awareness Programme as SOLAR-1 is the European Space Agency's Vigil space mission. Intended to be placed at L5, 150 million kilometres from Earth, it will be able to observe solar activity as the Sun rotates towards Earth and reports indicate that this will increase early CME warning by two to four hours. Vigil will also allow for four to five day space weather forecasts. It's planned for launch in 2031, mind you, it's going to take three years to get to L5. Aimed with all that information, I was actually, for the first time, able to at least understand the solar report in my Mastodon feed. "The Sunspot Number has dropped to 88. The Solar Flux Index has risen to 149. G1-class geomagnetic storms are predicted for today. A-Index is 14, K-Index is 2. Chance of flares today: 55% for M-Class, 10% for X-Class." Armed with that information I'm going to make myself a cuppa and figure out what my WSPR beacon has to say about all this. I'm Onno VK6FLAB
My hands were zip tied behind my back. There was a bag over my head. And I was lying in the back of a pickup truck wondering what I had just signed up for. I thought I was going to learn how to build a fire, set up a shelter, and pick up a few survival skills. Instead, I ended up in the hardest 45 hours of my life. In this episode, I share the biggest lesson I took from the Commando Experience in Penticton: it's you against you. Not you against the person doing more volume. Not you against the broker who looks like they have it easier. Not you against what you see on social media. You against you. In this episode, I cover: The Hardest 45 Hours of My Life - What happened when I signed up for a survival weekend and quickly realized it was not what I expected. Why Comparison Is Poison - Measuring yourself against other people usually leads to frustration, not better performance. What “You Against You” Really Means - The real question is whether you are showing up, making the calls, doing the follow-up, and giving your best effort. Why Everyone Has a Different Starting Point - You do not know someone else's life, schedule, responsibilities, or pressure. How to Move On Faster - Even top producers lose deals. The key is feeling it, learning from it, and getting back to the next client. Use other people as inspiration, not as your measuring stick. The real win is getting better against your own standard and doing what you can control. Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/scottpeckford/ I Love Mortgage Brokering: www.ilovemortgagebrokering.com Find out more about BRX Mortgage: www.whybrx.com Subscribe to my email list, Peckford's Playbook: https://ilmb.activehosted.com/f/20 Join the Mortgage Mindset Daily: https://ilovemortgagebrokering.mykajabi.com/offers/VLZAr6vK/checkout Gamify your prospecting with the 10@10 App: https://brx10at10.com/join I Love Mortgage Brokering is in partnership with Ownwell. To see how top brokers are keeping clients engaged and generating leads from their database, visit ownwell.ca/scott.
It's Thursday, July 16th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark and Adam McManus U.S. to Iran: Stop persecuting Christians The United States is calling for Iran to end its persecution of Christians. According to Open Doors, it's the tenth worst country in the world. In one case, authorities in the country sentenced a Christian convert to nearly 10 years in prison back in May. Forty-two-year-old Ghazal Marzban is now on a hunger strike. A State Department spokesman told Fox News Digital, “We are aware of these reports. It is reprehensible that the Iranian regime continues to persecute religious minorities, including Iranian Christians.” Dr. Hormoz Shariat with Iran Alive Ministries told Fox News that Christians in Iran are courageous in the face of persecution. Listen. SHARIAT: “Believers in Iran are full of [the] Holy Spirit. They are courageous. They're out there. Many of them are living, and some of them are dying for Jesus. I see such a courage among the Iranian Muslim background believers.” Revelation 12:11 says, “And they overcame [the Devil] by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, and they did not love their lives to the death.” America restarted naval blockade against Iranian ports On Tuesday, the United States restarted its naval blockade against Iranian ports. This comes after the Islamic Republic continued to attack commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Yesterday, the U.S. military carried out more strikes on Iran. President Donald Trump threatened strikes on Iran's infrastructure next week unless the country reopens negotiations. Pro-life British Member of Parliament was killed A pro-life British politician was found dead at her home on July 9th. Seventy-eight-year-old Ann Widdecombe had served as a conservative member of Parliament from 1987 to 2010. The Catholic politician was an outspoken opponent of abortion. Counter-terrorism police report that she was clearly the victim of a targeted attack and are still investigating a motive. Supreme Court Justices ask for additional security Here in America, U.S. Supreme Court Justices testified before Congress about threats to their lives. The Supreme Court is requesting nearly $15 million in additional funds from Congress for the personal security of the justices. Justice Amy Coney Barrett talked about one incident when she was the victim of an erroneous call to her residence. BARRETT: “Roughly six weeks ago, I was the victim of a swatting incident. At that point, my teenage son, one of my teenage sons, opened the door to go out with friends and saw in our street it was full of police cars who had responded to a false report of gunshots and raised voices in my home. “I was very, very grateful that I had Supreme Court Police outside my home because they were able to stop and meet with, and explain to the county police, that it had been a false alarm. And so, the police did not actually attempt to enter our home.” Conservative justices faced intense threats surrounding the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade in 2022. For example, Justice Amy Coney Barrett had to be sent home with a bullet proof vest when threats were high. In Proverbs 8:35-36, Wisdom says, “For whoever finds me finds life, and obtains favor from the LORD; but he who sins against me wrongs his own soul; all those who hate me love death.” Christian student required to attend a perversion assembly A Christian middle schooler in Washington State is suing her school district for violating her faith. Highline Public School District in Burien, Washington held a mandatory so-called “Inclusion Assembly” back in May. The event covered topics that conflicted with the girl's Christian faith. So, she asked to be excused, but the school forced her to participate. The American Center for Law and Justice filed a lawsuit against the school last week on behalf of the Christian student. The ACLJ stated, “Our client is a little girl who has done nothing but live out her faith with kindness and respect for others.” Only 33% of Americans trust churches, down from 60% in 2001 A new Gallup survey found that Americans don't trust institutions in the United States. Only 27% of U.S. adults expressed confidence in major institutions. That's down from 43% in 2001. These institutions include banks, churches, Congress, the military, public schools, and the medical system. Thirty-three percent of Americans express confidence in churches and organized religion. That's down from 60 percent in 2001. Tyrannosaurus Rex fossil sold for $50 million A Tyrannosaurus Rex fossil sold for a record-breaking $50.1 million in New York on Tuesday. A paleontologist discovered the skeleton on a ranch in South Dakota in 2021. Known as “Gus”, it's one of the largest and most complete dinosaurs ever discovered. Paleontologists claim that Gus lived about 67 million years ago. However, scientists discovered a T. Rex fossil in 2005 that contained unfossilized soft tissue. Answers in Genesis noted, “Soft tissue is not compatible with an old Earth, and yes, it is indeed a powerful confirmation of the Biblical timeline.” Worldview listeners from Manitoba, Indiana and Kentucky weigh in Azalia Marten in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada wrote me and said, “I want to thank The Worldview team for writing the newscast every weekday. I greatly appreciate your views. Thank you for putting your lives into this!” John Martini in Moores Hill, Indiana wrote me and said, “I appreciate three things about your news program: First, important topics are covered. Second, the reporting is concise and includes primary sources. And third, there is a direct Biblical connection made in many of the news stories. We often pray about the topics presented.” And Megan Severe in Elizabeth Town, Kentucky, said, “I am a history teacher and it's very important to me to teach my students to be aware of current events in the world. What happens today is going to shape our history. I was delighted to find your podcast and have been listening to it every morning as I get ready for work over the past year. “The podcast helps prepare me to know what important world events I should tie into my lesson. I even played it for my classes to listen to so they could hear the news from a Christian perspective. I love how you tie in Bible verses. Thanks for what you do!” 13 Worldview listeners gave $2,817 And finally, by 9:00pm Central on Wednesday night, 13 Worldview listeners had stepped up to the plate and invested their treasure to fund the six-member team behind The Worldview for another year Our thanks to Marcia in Cairo, New York who gave $25, Augustine in Auburn, California who gave $30 as well as Tim in Newton, Kansas and Kevin and Lisa in Scottdale, Pennsylvania – both of whom gave $100. We were touched by the generosity of Chuck in Penticton, British Columbia, Canada and Josh in Davenport, Iowa – both of whom gave $150, as well as Leticia in Blum, Texas who pledged $15/month for 12 months for a gift of $180, and Gena in Huntsville, Alabama who gave $182. And we're grateful to God for Richard in Camden, Wyoming who emailed me to say he is continuing with his $25/month pledge for a gift of $300, Keith in Longview, Texas who gave $300, Pat in Park Ridge, Illinois who pledged $25/month for 12 months for a total gift of $300, Daniel in Raleigh, North Carolina who gave $400, and Dennis in Fort Worth, Texas who emailed me to say he is continuing with his $50/month pledge for a total gift of $600. Those 13 gifts add up to $2,817. Ready for our new grand total? Drum roll please. (drum roll sound effect) $26,620 (sound effect of people cheering) That means we need to raise $29,945 to hit our $56,565 goal in just two days by this Friday, July 17th. Remember, if you want to continue your monthly pledge to The Worldview that you started in a previous year, please let me know so we can count your generous ongoing gift toward our total -- like Richard and Dennis did. We need to find 8 Worldview listeners, who will pledge $100/month for 12 months, or give a one-time gift of $1,200, 16 folks who will pledge $50/month or give a one-time gift of $600 and 32 listeners who will pledge $25/month or give a one-time gift of $300. Go to TheWorldview.com, click on Give, select the dollar amount, and make sure to click on the “recurring” button if that's your wish. To be honest, the race to the finish line of funding the six-member Worldview team for another year is almost half way over and we are significantly behind! Can you help? Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, July 16th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.
This week's show comes to you from the Penticton Visitors Centre. Our guests include Paige Schulz, Marketing Manager for Visit Penticton, who will share details about several late-summer and fall events planned in and around Penticton. Owners Gavin and Shana Miller join us with tales of cheese and wine from Upper Bench Winery. At the same time, Tightrope winemaker Lyndsay O'Rourke stops by to discuss the winery's commitment to sustainability and to pour a new sparkling wine made from Riesling. Still on the bench, Joshua Kim, Direct to Consumer Manager at Bench 1775 Winery, will tell us what it's like to greet visitors with the most spectacular patio view in the wine business. Finally, Nadine Kinvig, the Terravista Vineyards owner/winemaker, will update us on some of B.C.'s most sought-after and eclectic wines grown high above the lake on the Naramata Bench.
This week, the episode comes to you from the patio at 15 Park Bistro, within Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos. We chat with General Manager David McBean about their distinctive Wine Passport, special events, and the Watermark Wine Series. Jesse Harnden, General Manager of Rust Winery, visits with samples of the new Alsace-inspired 2025 White Crush and the 2025 Rust Cabernet Franc, a pure Cabernet Franc from Okanagan Falls. Jesse discusses their artist-inspired labels and the upcoming summer event series featuring live music and gourmet food. Roger Gillespie, Director of Operations at Hester Creek Winery, joins us to discuss their 2025 releases, including the 2025 Hester Creek Viognier. We also taste the recently released 2022 Undici, a unique blend of 61% Sangiovese, 19% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Petit Verdot, and 1% Malbec. Roger invites everyone to enjoy special winery events, including estate lunches, harvest festivals, and live music on the patio. Next, we welcome Audrey Enixon, who recently opened her brick-and-mortar bakehouse, La Levainière by Audrey, at the District Wine Village in Oliver. Her famous sourdough breads ferment for 24 to 74 hours, using 100% Canadian flours, including Fieldstone Organics' whole wheat and rye, which she mills herself. This charming addition to the Village reflects Audrey's passion and has gained a devoted following since she baked her first sourdough loaf in a Dutch oven in 2016. Finally, Geoffrey Moss, Master of Wine and owner of Lithica Wine Marketing in Penticton, BC, joins us for an in-person discussion. Anthony and Geoffrey share candid insights into today's wine culture, as well as the joys and challenges of winery ownership.
Send us Fan MailAlex Hughes is a born-and-raised Calgary artist who has been performing since she was seven years old. She went from opening for her cousins' band at family gatherings, to chasing her career in LA and Nashville, to landing back home and making the music she always wanted to make.Her debut EP Take Me Home is out now. It's been a long time coming.We talked about growing up performing through the Calgary Stampede talent search, what it was like to move to LA at twenty and work with Grammy Award-winning producer Walter Athanasiev, the difference between LA's image-first culture and Nashville's story-first mentality, why coming back to Canada felt scary at first and then felt like exactly the right move, the song that sparked the whole project ("Until This Fire Dies"), and why "Slow Dancing in the Kitchen" almost didn't make the EP, and why she couldn't put it out without it.Also: she once drove around Alberta in a truck with her face on it. We definitely got into that.Alex is playing the Coke Stage at the Calgary Stampede this summer, along with Peach Fest in Penticton and Feast on the Beach in Cold Lake. And yes, vinyl is on the way.Follow Alex Hughes on Instagram and TikTok.We're so excited to welcome you back for Season 5 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe ... it's one of the easiest ways to support the show and helps more listeners find us.Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday.On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and is hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. The podcast is produced by Jason Saunders.The theme song for the podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling.Support the show
In this episode of Tank Talks, Matt Cohen sits down with Aidan Madigan-Curtis, Partner at Eclipse, for a sharp conversation on physical AI, frontier tech, robotics, manufacturing, and the future of building in the real world. Aidan shares her unlikely path from a small mountain town in Penticton to Harvard, Bridgewater, Apple, Samsara, and now Eclipse, where she invests at the intersection of atoms and bits.She breaks down what factory floors taught her that most software-first founders miss, why physical AI is becoming one of the biggest venture capital opportunities of the next decade, and what the U.S. and Canada must understand about China's manufacturing advantage. From launching the first Apple Watch manufacturing lines to scaling Samsara's hardware operations and investing in autonomous excavation, robotics, energy, defense, and supply chain technology, Aidan brings a rare operator-investor perspective to one of the most important shifts happening in tech today.Buckle up to understand why the next wave of AI won't just live in software; it will reshape factories, robots, infrastructure, and the physical world around us.The Unlikely Path from Penticton to Harvard (00:04:25)Aidan shares the wild story of growing up in a tiny Canadian mountain town, applying to Harvard almost by accident, and nearly missing her acceptance letter because it sat undelivered in a PO box. She reflects on how community support, risk-taking, and a willingness to swing big shaped the rest of her career.Bridgewater, Systems Thinking, and Conviction Investing (00:09:00)Aidan explains how Bridgewater's fundamental, systematic approach to markets shaped how she evaluates venture opportunities today. She breaks down why Eclipse starts with deep theses, pressure-tests industries, and backs founders before the market fully understands where the world is going.The Factory Floor Lesson Every Founder Needs (00:17:27)Drawing from her time launching Apple Watch manufacturing lines, Aidan explains why the best founders must balance brutal honesty with extreme optimism. She argues that founders who get “high on their own supply” lose touch with reality, while founders without belief cannot rally a team to do the impossible.Why Physical AI Was the Bet Before It Was Cool (00:20:34)Aidan walks through her career pattern of choosing the “unsexy” path before it becomes obvious: Bridgewater before it was famous, Apple supply chain when software was eating the world, Samsara before industrial IoT was hot, and Eclipse before physical AI became a major venture category.China's “Vibe Manufacturing” Advantage (00:28:37)Aidan unpacks Eclipse's China Field Notes and explains what “vibe manufacturing” really means: a deeply layered, highly competitive, fast-moving manufacturing ecosystem that can turn ideas into physical products at extraordinary speed. She discusses China's compounding advantage in tooling, suppliers, human capital, robotics, and government-backed industrial competition.Where the U.S. Is Ahead and Behind in Robotics (00:37:18)Aidan breaks down the robotics race between the U.S. and China. She says the U.S. remains highly competitive in embodied AI, autonomy, and goal-oriented machine intelligence, but lags badly in manufacturing depth, actuators, magnets, physical iteration speed, and lower-level robotic control.The Robotics Data Problem (00:41:14)Aidan explains why video data alone is not enough to build general-purpose robotics. She discusses the need for proprioception, haptics, physics data, and real-world interaction data, plus why China's robotic data farms could become a major strategic advantage.Canada's Opportunity in AI, Energy, and Deep Tech (00:44:47)As a Canadian-born investor, Aidan lays out where Canada can win: talent attraction, smart immigration policy, abundant clean energy, AI infrastructure, university research, biotech, quantum, defense, and strategic government offtake. She argues Canada has the raw ingredients to become a major player if it moves with urgency.Eclipse's Interest in Canadian Founders (00:49:20)Aidan shares that Eclipse is already investing in Canada, including companies in Toronto and Vancouver, and is actively interested in deep tech and physical AI founders coming out of Canada's strongest ecosystems.About Aidan Madigan-CurtisAidan Madigan-Curtis is a Partner at Eclipse, where she invests in physical AI, robotics, manufacturing, energy, defense, supply chain, and frontier technology companies. Before Eclipse, she was an early executive at Samsara, helping scale the industrial IoT company from pre-product to public company. She previously worked on Apple's manufacturing team for the first Apple Watch and began her career at Bridgewater, where she developed a systems-thinking approach to markets and complex industries.Connect with Aidan Madigan-Curtis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aidan-madigan-curtis/Visit the Eclipse website: https://eclipse.capital/Connect with Matt Cohen on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com
This broadcast aired Live: Sunday June 7th 2026 With Your Race Time Radio Host: Joe Chisholm Watch This Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQiLerzmrhg Featuring: - Ashton Tucker Wins at Petty in Maritime Pro Stock Tour - James Stanley No.57 won Can-Am Midget Feature at Flamboro Speedway - Aaron Willison won back to back features at Penticton, and finished 2nd in the 2nd Race For The Millions Race. - Sarah Plischke No.72 wins 1st ever feature in the CRX Mni Stock class at Saratoga Speedway - Kyle Steckly No.2 again races in the ARCA Menards Series - Cole Sorenson Director of Public Relations talks the upcoming Kennedy Classic at Saratoga - Jake Sheridan No.52 wins Grisdale Triple Crown event at Flamboro - We hope to catch up with the Winner in NASCAR Canada Series at Autodrome Chaudiere Plus so much more. This broadcast will also air on REV TV Canada Tuesday 4pm ET. About Race Time Radio See: www.racetimeradio.com #MotorsportsInCanada #VictoryLaneAccomplishments #stockcarracing #shorttrackracing #motorsport #asphaltracing #NASCARCanada
This week's show comes to you from the Penticton Visitors Centre. Our guests include Kevin Pearce, Executive Director of Visit Penticton, who shares everything you need to know about upcoming events in Penticton this spring and summer. Matthew Mikulic, Winemaker and Co-owner of Three Sisters Winery, talks about celebrating ten years of production on the Naramata Bench. Mireille Sauve, Director at Wine Umbrella, representing the BC Wine Information Centre, and Denice Hagerman, Wine Club Administrator at the BC Wine Information Centre, discuss the 20th anniversary of this amazing wine store in downtown Penticton. Kelsey Zimmerman, the Tasting Room Manager at Township 7, joins us to talk about sabering sparkling wine bottles and then serving bubbles with potato chips. Finally, Natasha Sadowy, Admin & Marketing Coordinator at the Naramata Bench Wineries Association, and Kathy Malone, Winemaker at Hillside Winery and Board Member at Naramata Bench Wines, stop by the Visitors Centre to talk about the tiny, perfect wine region that clings to the eastern shore of Lake Okanagan north of Penticton.
Naramata Bench Pours Spring Wines in Vancouver. (Part One) For almost 20 years the wineries of the Naramata Bench above Penticton have showcased their Spring releases for the food and wine trade and general public in Vancouver. The 2026 gathering was May 7 at the Vancouver Community College near Gastown. 16 Naramata Bench... The post May 16th, 2026- Naramata Bench Pours Spring Wines appeared first on Mulligan Stew.
Welcome to eipsode 231. A former athlete reached out last week and shared a story I didn't know I was part of — a story about Ironman Canada, a moment at a gas station in Penticton, and a single sentence that ended up shaping the way he approaches challenge, work, and life. In this episode, I read his message, walk through the race that pushed him to the edge, and explore how "just don't stop" became more than a race‑day mantra. It became a lens for resilience, identity, and doing hard things even when you don't feel ready. This isn't a story about performance. It's a story about the quiet power of encouragement, the long tail of coaching, and the moments that change us without us realizing it. If you've ever been in the middle of something hard — in sport or in life — this one will land deeply. Enjoy and thanks for listening. :) Coach Todd nolimitstriathlon.com
In his playing days, Fred Harbinson was an All-American at UWS, helping the Yellowjackets to the Frozen Four in 1994. Now, he's the longtime president, GM, and head coach of the Western Hockey League's Penticton Vees, who were a revelation this season as a WHL expansion team. Fred talks about leading the Vees in their jump from the BCHL to the WHL and life in Penticton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week's show comes to you from the deck at the Summerland Waterfront Resort, where we speak with General Manager Lisa Jaager about why you should consider staying a few nights in Summerland. With numerous fruit stands, wineries, and a stunning waterfront, Summerland is an emerging gem in the Okanagan Valley. Christine Coletta, co-owner of Okanagan Crush Pad Winery, stops by our poolside location to talk about the wines of Haywire and Garnet Valley Ranch, both located in the heart of Summerland. Mason Spink, Winemaker at Dirty Laundry, tells us that the future has never been brighter for the region and the winery. Ron Kubek, Owner of Lightning Rock Winery, never short on a strong opinion, gives us an owner's perspective on the challenges of shipping wine across the country, as well as a positive forecast for the 2026 growing season. Savannah Swaisland, owner of Grape Savvy Wine Tours, knows wine, and you'll find that out in her discussion with Anthony about the South Okanagan wineries to visit, with the Okanagan's only Hop-on Hop-Off transportation service, offering a convenient and affordable way to explore Penticton and the Naramata Bench.
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This week's podcast spotlights Jessica Dolan, General Manager of Balcomo Ramada Penticton, our new Hotel Partner in Penticton. Jessica joins us to discuss booking now for the busy season ahead and to introduce the many reasons Balcomo is your perfect place to stay when visiting South Okanagan wine country. Charles Bouthillier, Managing Director, North America at Famille Gassier, joins us to talk about the Southern Rhone and a special red wine they call Halos of Jupiter. We recall a chat with World wine legend Peter Gago, Chief Winemaker at Penfolds, about the iconic red wine brand Grange. Finally, Dan Bain, Chef at The Restaurant at Unsworth Vineyards in the Cowichan Valley, talks about what to expect this season, as the newly renovated restaurant is set to open near the end of June.
Florida's legal incentives (no state tax, homestead law, one-way attorney fees) create a unique, high-risk business environment that attracts wealth but also drives up costs, as seen in the insurance crisis.John's cold-calling metrics are declining (lead/hr: 0.5 vs. 1.0; lead-to-appt conversion: low 20s vs. 38%), likely due to market saturation ("scrape" phase) in Kelowna.Rydel's strategy for saturated markets involves adding new services (siding, windows) and expanding into new territories to maintain growth.Recommended actions for John: Conduct field shadowing to assess team morale, and test a low-risk "satellite division" in Penticton to validate a new market.Rilla Conference Takeaways:Austin attended Rilla's sales coaching conference in Hollywood, FL.Key theme: "Sales is a sport," emphasizing coaching and leadership.Noted advanced AI solutions, including a virtual call center with highly realistic AI agents.Florida's Legal & Tax Incentives:No state income tax → higher take-home pay vs. Canada.Homestead Law: Primary residence is protected from business bankruptcy, encouraging risk-taking and wealth sheltering.Case Study: Paul Bilzerian used this law to protect his mansion from creditors.Puerto Rico's Tax Haven: No federal income tax and low local rates (4%) for residents, which inflates property values.Florida's Insurance Crisis & Roofing Boom:Problem: Florida accounted for >70% of US property insurance litigation despite having only 7-10% of claims.Key Laws & Practices:One-Way Attorney Fees: Insurers paid homeowner legal fees if they lost, but homeowners paid nothing if they lost.Assignment of Benefit (AOB): Homeowners signed over their claim rights to contractors.Replacement Cost: Courts ruled for full replacement value (e.g., a new metal roof) instead of depreciated value.Double Liability: Insurers who lost a lawsuit could owe double the original claim.Result: These laws created a massive incentive for contractors to sue insurers, causing 6 of the top 10 insurers to go bankrupt.Resolution: Governor DeSantis enacted reforms in 2022 to curb these practices.John's Declining Cold-Calling Metrics:Lead/hr: Down to ~0.5 from a peak of >1.0.Lead-to-appt conversion: Down to low 20s from a peak of 38%.Cause: Likely market saturation in Kelowna after years of door-knocking.Rydel's "Scrape" Phase Strategy:Rydel faces similar saturation (termed "scrape") after 3+ marketing passes.Solution: Add new services (siding, windows) to create new revenue streams in existing markets.Calgary Hailstorm Case Study:Challenge: A massive hailstorm created a unique market where insurance work dominated.Adaptation: Rydel's franchisee had to learn siding on the fly to meet insurance company requirements for multi-service contractors.Maritimes Market Dynamics:Challenge: A "hometown bias" ("not sending money off the rock") makes it hard for outside brands to compete.Case Study: The Irving family built a conglomerate by capitalizing on this bias, creating a vertically integrated empire.
Another solid game against Edmonton, finishing 3-1 in the season series against them, then Penticton rolls in and the boys had a rough one. We then sit down with Bryce Bunz, the guy behind all the game day production and beyond.(3:00) The weekly look at the standings(5:05) Top Prospects game(8:26) Teams Cards!(12:15) Edmonton game(16:05) Penticton game(22:25) The week ahead(25:45) Bryce Bunz - Pats Cast Staff ProfileLike, share & subscribe to the show!Follow us on X @whlpatscast, @theblueliner & @theclarksyMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/evoli/hit-em-hardLicense code: AZYP3U37EHYBTSKZhttps://uppbeat.io/t/ra/let-good-times-rollLicense code: 7RFOTI5LE8PZCRQF
In episode 326 of the Glass and Out Podcast we sit down with the President, General Manager, and Head Coach of the WHL's Penticton Vees, Fred Harbinson. Now in his 19th year with the team, Harbinson has the Vees on track for a historic season as the Western Hockey League's newest franchise in its first season after departing the BCHL. In late January of 2026, Penticton sat 2nd in the Western Conference, were riding an 11 game win streak, and recently cracked the CHL's top 10 ranking, landing at number 9. With 26 games left to play in the regular season, the Vees are only 10 wins away from breaking the win record for an expansion team, set by the Everett Silvertips in 2014. With Penticton, Harbinson built one of the most storied franchises at the Jr A level in Canada, leading the Vees to multiple championships, including six Fred Page Cup titles, a Western Canada Cup, a Doyle Cup, and an RBC Cup National Championship. He has recorded over 700 career wins in the BCHL and has been honored multiple times with the Joe Tennant Memorial Trophy as BCHL Coach of the Year. He also holds the distinction of the most playoff series victories in league history. Listen as he shares the championship mentality that has resulted in expansion success, putting an emphasis on the defensive side of the game, and why selling development is about providing your players with a layer of tools. Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/ofzE7lGH_70 Learn more about our presenting sponsors: Biosteel: BioSteelTeams.com/Glassandout Hudl: hudl.com/tcs
Journal of Astrobiology, 16, 2025JournalOfAstrobiology.com 52 Square-Shaped Structure MarsMars: Geological Formation or Archaeology? Square-shaped Structure Withinan Arabia Terra Crater?George J. Haas1 , William R. Saunders2 , and Robert M. Schoch31The Cydonia Institute, PO Box 102, Purcellville, VA, USA; thecydoniainstitute@hotmail.com2412 – 3311 Wilson St. Penticton, B.C., Canada; bsaunders169@gmail.com3Boston University, College of General Studies, Boston, MA, USA; schoch@bu.eduABSTRACT An examination of a square-shaped structure within a crater in the Arabia Terra region of Mars isundertaken. Supportive images are provided by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory's Mars GlobalSurveyor and the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter spacecrafts. The images reveal the remains of a set of possible linear walls with 90-degree angles (as best as can be determined) at their corners that exhibit a high level of symmetry. The hypothesis of artificial design is presented based on an examination of possible artificial and natural mechanisms that could contribute to the structure of the features observed.Terrestrial comparisons of geological structures and geometrical designs are investigated. Further study and additional imaging of the structural components of this enigmatic feature are encouraged.Keywords: Mars; Arabia Terra; square; walls; foundation; mounds; Mars Global Surveyor; MarsReconnaissance Orbiter; Masada; White City; life on Mars; Anomalous Formations on Mars1. IntroductionA Mars Global Surveyor image depicting a square-shaped structure (also referred to in the popularpress as a “square-shaped formation”) was brought to the attention of the first two authors in 2001 by independent researcher Richard C. Hoagland via his Enterprise Mission website (https://www.enterprisemission.org/). This square structure has generated a high level of interest and has been featured in numerous online news programs; however no serious scientific assessment has been offered until now.2. The Square-shaped Structure (Mars Global Surveyor)In November 2001 NASA released an image acquired by the Mars Global Surveyor (MGS)camera E10/00462. The image was taken in the winter, during the early morning hours with a resolutionof 6.3 meters per pixel (Mars Viewer, MGS, 2001). The original orientation of the image was inverted,with south toward the top; it shows exposed material within a crater that includes a feature that appears tobe square-shaped structure (Figure 1). The square-shape is offset with opposite corners aligned in a northsouth direction. The northern corner of the formation consists of an L-shaped wall-like structure that ispartially buried by debris. The western and southern corners are visible, while the eastern corner appearsto be covered by fine-grained deposits in this image; the western corner also appears to be covered tosome extent with fine-grained deposits (note that “fine-grained” is a relative term in this context, giventhe resolution of 6.3 meters per pixel). A detail of the area is provided in figure 2, showing the outline ofthe square-shaped walls and linear impression.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.
Happy October, TDZ NationHere is a quick 5-minute update following the Adventure Racing World Series AR World Championship in Penticton, British Columbia. TDZ was onsite to help with media, and the race was quite the ride. Per the episode, everyone involved in the race - racers, supporters, volunteers, family, media, EVERYONE - is encouraged to record and send a 90-second (or so) voice message/memo to brian@ardarkzone.com or send via WhatsApp if you have that info. Include your name, your role, and your team (if applicable) and share your thoughts on the race or a great story. All submissions will be used to create a special episode of TDZ. You keep talking, and we'll keep editing!
Since 2016, more than 50,000 Canadians have died from toxic drug poisoning. That's roughly the population of Woodstock, Ontario or Penticton, BC. In May, Alberta passed the "Compassionate Care Act", a new law giving police, family members, and doctors the right to request mandatory addiction treatment for those deemed a danger to themselves or others. B.C. recently announced an expansion in its involuntary care program while other provinces are considering it. Supporters call it a last resort for those who can't help themselves. Critics warn it's a dangerous overreach with serious ethical risks.Our question: Is involuntary treatment for addiction ever justified? When - if ever - should it be mandatory?
Welcome to The Dark Zone: An Adventure Racing Podcast. From time to time, we like to support our companion podcast, The Course Reveal, by crossposting special episodes.———————————————————–Welcome to a special episode of The Course Reveal Podcast, a companion show to The Dark Zone: An Adventure Racing Podcast. Today, we turn our attention to the 2025 Subaru Canada Adventure Racing World Championship, where the best teams on the planet will converge in Penticton, British Columbia, to chase the ultimate prize in the sport.This year's race features an epic 799-kilometer course, with teams racing for up to 9 days across glaciers, mountain ranges, whitewater rivers, and backcountry roads while visiting remote villages along the way. Expect rugged mountains, complex navigation, and the dramatic landscapes of British Columbia as athletes push through a relentless test of strategy, endurance, and teamwork.We're joined by three key voices behind the event: Lyndie Hill of Hoodoo Adventures, Race Director John Ford, and Course Designer Alex Man. They go deep into the course, the challenges faced by the racers, and their pride and joy in bringing the ARWC to British Columbia. Together, they'll guide us through the vision for this year's championship, the details of the course design, and why British Columbia is the perfect stage for the world's toughest teams.If you like what you hear, please subscribe, like, and share. TCR is designed to give at-home fans and dotwatchers another opportunity to connect with and enjoy the world of adventure racing.You Keep Watching, and We'll Keep Talking.Shownotes:Race Website - https://www.expeditionracecanada.ca/Tracking Website - https://www.expeditionracecanada.ca/livetrackmedia
In this episode of The Whiteboard, we're officially back as the Canucks kick off another season. We recap training camp in Penticton and the first preseason game in Seattle, while looking ahead to Wednesday's matchup in Abbotsford. The guys break down early roster decisions, coaching takeaways, and the signing of 2024 fourth-rounder Riley Patterson. Plus, a look at betting odds for the Canucks' playoff chances and Stanley Cup futures. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
In hour three, Mike & Jason chat with Canucks Talk host & The Athletic Vancouver's Thomas Drance (5:07) from 'Nucks training camp in Penticton, plus the boys tell us what they learned (27:00). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
On today's show the guys chat about day 1 of Canucks training camp happening in Penticton and Utah officially unveilling their new pratice facility.Joining the show is Vancouver Giants GM Hnat Domenichelli (18:02) and Farhan Lalji (48:33).
Bik Nizzar gets into the Canucks training camp from Penticton, reviewing some of the lineups and expectations. Then, Iain McIntyre joins to shed some light on the individuals at camp, what players expect of themselves, and how new head coach Adam Foote is handling things. After, Elias Pettersson and Jake DeBrusk speak from camp, reviewing their summers, the upcoming season, and how they feel about playing with each other. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Brenden Escott sits down with Oilers play-by-play voice Jack Michaels to preview the start of camp and the storylines surrounding Edmonton. The conversation covers rookie action at home instead of Penticton, early expectations for players like Matthew Savoie and Ike Howard and lingering questions around Connor McDavid's contract and Zach Hyman's health. Jack also shares his outlook for Evan Bouchard after signing a big deal, before zooming out to weigh in on Sidney Crosby's future in Pittsburgh and what it means for the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Coming Down the Pipe... [0:00] - The intro for Season 21 of The Pipeline Show [1:14] - Guy has a brief intro segment with some player signings and commitments before getting to the guest list. [9:48] - General Manager Peter Anholt previews the coming season as training camp is set to open. The roster has several veteran players back but overall, it's a bit of a youth movement in Lethbridge so what should fans expect from their team in 2025-26? [38:01] - Can the defending east division champs not only repeat that success but take it even higher this year? GM Curtis Hunt believes so and takes a deep dive on his team's roster to explain why. [1:02:51] - A new era begins in Penticton as the Vees assemble in camp ahead of the coming season in the Western Hockey League. GM and head coach Fred Harbinson introduces fans to their team and is asked if his two decades in the BCHL may be an advantage for the Vees in the new hockey landscape. [1:33:21] - The new General Manager of the Vancouver Giants is a former WHL player as Hnat Domenichelli assumes the top job. Once a high scoring Kamloops Blazer, Hnat talks about returning to the league and then previews the Giants for Vancouver fans. [1:53:54] - Finally this week, its the Seattle Thunderbirds under the microscope with the help of General Manager Bil La Forge.
Spencer McKay, Victoria Vikes legend, BC Basketball Hall of Fame Member and SMNT Canada Basketball Alumni pulls up on Canada Hoops Podcast ! Spencer sits down with us to share his basketball story. Spence tells us about running club teams and camps back in the Oliver and Penticton area which keeps him giving back to the game. Spencer tells us about growing up in Oliver, British Columbia, where he started to play basketball. The game was a family affair and Spencer also did swimming which helped with his hoops game. Spencer talks about basketball in the province at that time, how strong the competition was and that fierce competition allowed Spencer to get noticed from Division 1 schools in the States. Spencer weighed his options but opted to stay at home and chose to play basketball for the University of Victoria under the legendary HC Ken Shields. Spence put together a truly remarkable career at UVIC and he speaks fondly of his time as a Vike. Spencer then takes his game pro and takes us through that transition and tells us about his pro journey which took him all over the world.And you know we dive into Spencers' time with Canada Basketball. Spence tells us about some of his favourite teams he played with for Canada Basketball, his outstanding teammates which included the likes of Steve Nash and Rick Fox and reflects on his many friendships and relationships from his time with Canada Basketball. And then Spencer drops his great Top 5 of all time for Canada Basketball on us. Much love to Spencer McKay for joining us on Canada Hoops !Hit us up on Twitter: @canadahoopspod @TheMattyIrelandHit us up on Instagram: @canadahoopspodcastEmail: canadahoopspodcast@gmail.comhttps://canadahoopspodcast.buzzsprout.com/https://www.youtube.com/@canadahoopspodcast
Coming Down the Pipe... [0:00] - The intro for Season 20 of The Pipeline Show [1:12] - Guy begins the episode with some News and Notes including player signings and summer camp rosters plus the guest list for this week. [20:51] - Dan Near, the Commissioner of the Western Hockey League, joins Guy for a 35-minute conversation of topics ranging from the 2025 and 2026 Memorial Cups, the additions of Penticton and Chilliwack, the exhibition games planned for Whitehorse, adding a 3rd import player and the changing landscape for junior hockey in North America. [1:01:06] - The head coach of the University of Omaha Mavericks is Edmonton product Mike Gabinet who joins Guy to discuss a variety of topics including a recruitment strategy that he's implemented this summer that not many (if any) other NCAA teams have tackled that may pay off for his program this season.
CCFR Radio – Ep 191: Carney Minister Clueless, Street Interview on Guns, Supreme Court Update Last episode till July 10th!! Update on the CCFR's application to attend the Supreme Court of Canada. Sarah Dotzert talks about conducting street interviews with university students on gun bans. Feds shutting down Penticton gun club. New public safety minister […]
A Long Weekend in Kelowna, British Columbia - Kelowna to Osoyoos: Wine Country, Lakeside Strolls & the Nk'Mip Desert Cultural CentreThis week on the Winging It Travel Podcast, I'm sharing a relaxing but adventure-packed Easter weekend getaway in Kelowna and Osoyoos, located in the heart of British Columbia's stunning Okanagan Valley. If you're dreaming about a scenic road trip filled with vineyard views, coffee shop gems, and meaningful cultural experiences, this episode is for you.We based ourselves in downtown Kelowna, staying at the centrally located Royal Anne Hotel, and explored everything from lakeside trails to vibrant cafes and local eateries. Then we hit the road to visit Vernon, the desert-like town of Osoyoos, and the powerful and educational Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre, where I share my honest reflections about Canada's colonial history and the importance of Indigenous learning spaces.From sipping wine at Frind Winery next to the beach, to an epic brunch at Eatology, to sipping third-wave espresso at Slow Side Coffee, this weekend was the perfect mix of downtime and discovery. I also dive into travel costs, local transport tips, and why Kelowna might just be your next affordable getaway from Vancouver.Here's what you'll discover in this episode:
Oh Canada! The Dark Zone recently sat down with the leadership team behind the upcoming Adventure Racing World Championships to be held in Penticton, British Columbia to dig into the necessary training, team planning, travel logistics, and what racers can expect. They held their ground under our not-so-subtle questioning about the course, but we still managed to get our hands on some beta (Nav! Nav! Nav!). This is your sneak peek into the minds shaping the biggest race of the year. Thank you to Lyndie, John, Alex, and Kenton for spending some time with us. Thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please like, click, and subscribe on your streaming platform of choice. This helps spread the word about Adventure Racing and TDZ's role in elevating the sport. Remember - You Keep Racing, and We'll Keep Talking! Show notes:https://www.expeditionracecanada.ca/https://arworldseries.com/races/expedition-canada-canadahttps://www.linkedin.com/company/blade9films/posts/?feedView=allhttps://www.visitpenticton.com/Sponsor Links:https://www.ascendathletics.org/Hike For Her Registration Page - https://raceroster.com/events/2025/99558/hike-for-her-2025Hike For Her Auction Site - https://app.galabid.com/hikeforherhttps://www.wilddriftless.com/race-information
Bryce hails from Battleford, Saskatchewan and played junior hockey with the Salmon Arm Silverbacks and Penticton Vees. From there, he moved to college at Minnesota State Mankato. Following his career with the Mavericks, Bryce played for the Chicago Wolves and the Iowa Wild in the AHL, while also spending time playing in Switzerland, Germany and Norway. Bryce is currently the Director of Hockey at Valley Sports Academy in Lake Hallie, Wisconsin. Chippewa SteelIf you're looking for a great night of hockey, a Steel game is the place to be. Riverside Bike and SkateEau Claire's hockey headquarters which is the oldest hockey store in the state of Wisconsin. Rolly's Coach ClubMarket & JohnsonAdding Value to Everything We DoWilliams Diamond CenterWilliams Diamond Center is a fun and friendly place to find your next sparkling signature pieceKelly Heating and ElectricProudly making you comfortable since 1997!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.@TheBOSPodwww.thebreakoutsessions.com
Miki and I take you on a hunting adventure to South Africa in this episode. Just over a year ago, we bid on a trip to Africa at the Wild Sheep Society of BC's conservation fundraiser auction. A year later, we were welcomed by the Bosveld Jacobs Safari team on the other side of the world. Travelling away from home to hunt has been a foreign concept for me. Hunting in a place without connection to the place, the people, and the animals raises many questions about how this can fit together and align with our hunting ethic. Miki and I spent the months leading up and the days on the hunt processing these questions. And now we have answers! We are excited to share what we learned from the mind-blowing experiences of this Adventure. While on the hunt, I interviewed Drian Laas, the professional hunter who guides and facilitates the hunting experience. I caught up with Riaan Jacobs, owner of the Boshveld Jocobs Safaris, who donated the hunt to the fundraiser at this year's Wild Sheep Society of BC fundraiser in Penticton. I hope you enjoy this podcast as we dive into the complexities of hunting in a foreign country, touching on the ethics of sport versus sustenance, strategies used in guided hunts, and the emotional highs and lows that come with the experience. I am excited about returning to Africa and will plan a trip in the next few years. I will be organizing a trip for folks who are part of the EatWild community. If you are curious about Africa or may want to join our Adventure, please reach out! If you listen to this podcast ahead of April 7th, there is still time for you to join Spike Camp and enter for a chance to win a trip to Africa. I want to thank Bosveld Jacobs Safaris for the generous donations to help fund wild sheep conservation in BC, and for taking such good care of Miki and me and truly facilitating a trip of a lifetime. The iHunter App supports the Eatwild Podcast and other programs. It is an essential tool for making you more comfortable in the woods. The app's mapping layers, navigation tools, and hunting regulations are packed into it to give you the information you need on your next adventure. As always, Seek Outside brought this podcast to you. They make unique ultralight tents and packs for your next adventure. Use the discount code EATWILD on your next purchase. Please use this Affiliate link to let them know you heard about Seek Outside from our podcast. https://seekoutside.com?aff=15 Stop in at Beere Brewing and take advantage of a 10% discount on your purchase. Use the code EATWILD10 on your next purchase. Beere makes a great selection of bright, crisp beers perfect for the patio or around the campfire. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections 03:23 The Adventure Begins: Hunting in South Africa 11:17 Exploring the Landscape and Wildlife 19:16 The Guided Hunting Experience 29:48 Reflections on Ethics and Experience 38:52 Setting the Scene: A Day in the Wild 40:15 Meet the Professional Hunter: Insights from Triane 41:39 The Role of a Professional Hunter: More Than Just a Job 43:07 Exploring the Landscape: The Beauty of Limpopo 45:57 Diverse Wildlife: The Spectrum of Animals in South Africa 49:32 Hunting Strategies: The Approach to a Successful Hunt 53:19 The Art of the Stalk: Techniques for Success 56:44 Ethics in Hunting: Choosing the Right Animal 01:00:01 Passion for the Job: What Drives a Professional Hunter 01:02:51 Dream Hunts: Aspirations Beyond Borders 01:04:08 The Afternoon Hunt: Bush Buck Adventures 01:07:02 Understanding the Hunting Industry: Insights from Rhian 01:14:25 Utilizing the Harvest: Meat Distribution and Community Impact 01:16:46 Conservation and Community Impact 01:20:12 Tourism and Wildlife Management 01:22:04 Entry-Level Hunting Opportunities 01:24:37 The Experience of African Hunting 01:30:15 Reflections on the African Adventure 01:51:13 Diversity of Wildlife and Hunting Techniques 01:54:50 The Kudu Hunt Experience 02:01:26 Lessons from a Challenging Hunt 02:06:28 Value of Hunting in Conservation 02:14:10 Experiencing Kruger National Park 02:24:43 Reflections and Future Adventures
Episode 253: ESPN reports of possible NHL expansion to Houston, & other potential cities to expand to. Don't mind us as we digress into childhood fishing stories. Carolina getting shellacked by the LA Kings. Penticton & Chilliwack of the BCHL are both joining the WHL. Connor McDavid & Leon Draisaitl both sitting out injured. Questioning why NHL defenders dive to the ice to block shots. EA Sports NHL video games. An idea for a new hockey movie. Recorded 23 March 2025
The Wild Sheep Society of BC asked me to speak at their Sheep Hunter University again this year at the Mountain Hunter Expo in Penticton. I absolutely love this event. It's the only true conference solely focused on mountain hunters here in BC and is growing every year. I spoke about how to have an integrated approach to gear systems and more specifically how that applies to a couple of sleep systems I have put together lately. WSSBC https://www.wildsheepsociety.com/ Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The Backcountry https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ Merch https://www.mindfulhunter.com/shop Newsletter https://www.mindfulhunter.com/contact IG https://www.instagram.com/mindful_hunter/ Podcast https://www.mindfulhunter.com/podcast Free Backcountry Nutrition Guide https://www.mindfulhunter.com/tools
In this episode I discuss with a previous client of mine, Fatima Al-Roubaiai:How do you know how many appointments to make with health care practitioners before and after birth?The degree of advice and appointments can be overwhelmingYou are the expert on what works for you The pros and cons of social mediaYour support “team” may be different before and after birthHow do know what YOU needFatima is a mother, daughter, sister, cousin, aunty, and friend. She joins us to share her personal experience navigating birth and early motherhood, including what surprises and reflections she has now that her daughter turns two years old. Fatima is an Arab-Muslim-Canadian, and her pronouns are she/her. She became a Registered Nurse in 2009 and earned her Master of Science in Nursing in 2023, with a focus on health literacy for immigrants. She currently works as a Primary Care Project Manager at the First Nations Health Authority. In addition, she serves as the President of the Board of Directors for South Okanagan Immigrant and Community Services in Penticton.THANK YOU TO THE EPISODE SPONSORSSRC Health: discount code and website: https://srchealth.com/?ref=Sto_l3PawmnH4. Discount Code: THEPELVICFLOORPROJECTThanks for joining me! Here is where you can find out how to work with me: www.pelvicfloorprojectspace.com/Support the show
On this episode, Kyle Stelter, the CEO of the Wild Sheep Society of BC is back to dive into all the reasons why you need to get yourself to one of the WSSBC's shows this year. The Mountain Hunting Expo (MHE) in Penticton is a must-attend event for both experienced and new mountain hunters alike. If you live in BC, Alberta or the Yukon you're going to want to find a way to make it to Penticton in February. @wildsheepsocietybc GET YOUR WSSBC MHE TIX HERE GET YOUR NORTHERN FUNDRAISER TIX HERE GET YOUR RAFFLE TIX HERE --------------------------- SUPPORT WILD SHEEP: Go to Wild Sheep Foundation to find a membership option that suits your budget and commitment to wild sheep. DEALS & OFFERS: OnX Maps is now available in Canada! Get your FREE trial today. And if you're already a member, check out the exclusive offers and perks available when you upgrade to an Elite Member. Tired of garbage instant coffee when you're in the backcountry? Check out This Is Coffee and get yourself some great instant coffee for whenever you're in the backcountry or on the road. --------------------------- SUPPORT MOUNTAIN GOATS: Go to Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance to find a membership option that suits your budget and commitment to conserving mountain goats and their habitat.
This week, the Maier's get together amidst an outbreak of COVID in the family. Topics include: Penticton airport, sickness spreads, Paxlovid, Christmas tradition, carolling at the Lakeside, Christmas' past, SOW, a different Christmas, and Christmas nostalgia. Reach Us: @kmaemaier @chrismaierbc @hwywhoney hwywhoney@gmail.com
131 Live from NAWEOA – with Drew Milne (BC), Kris MacCabe (ME) & Chris Gilkey (OH) This episode finds us live at NAWEOA 2024 in in beautiful Penticton, BC with Maine's Kris MacCabe, Chris Gilkey from Ohio, and Drew Milne of our host province, British Columbia, Canada. The guys sit down for a lively roundtable talk about their respective states and provinces, the beauty surrounding them, and of course, the incredible experience that is NAWEOA. Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet North American Game Warden Museum Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here's what we discuss: Grizzlies, rams… and musk ox? A forest fire to the southwest Bears across the continent British Columbia's strict bear hunting laws Much of BC is public land, filled with wildlife Ohio has far fewer bears Some people love BC bears, others very much do not Connecting and learning at NAWEOA Sharing commonalities and differences NAWEOA 2025: Erie, Pennsylvania The many microclimates of British Columbia “The Napa Valley of Canada.” Canadians really are that friendly Tim Hortons, maple syrup, Cheezies, and poutine “You guys don't have Smarties?” Chris' poutine plan: The Gilkey NAWEOA in one word Camaraderie, connection, and family Snakes! Credits Hosts: Wayne Saunders and John Nores Producer: Jay Ammann Warden's Watch logo & Design: Ashley Hannett Research / Content Coordinator: Stacey DesRoches Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Google Waypoint Stitcher TuneIn Megaphone Find More Here: Website Warden's Watch / TGL Store Facebook Facebook Fan Page Instagram Threads YouTube RSS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices