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Somewhere between the farm and your plate, the story of how your food is grown got hijacked. Not by farmers. By people who have never touched a seed, never watched a crop fail, never had to explain to their banker why the weather won. Dennis Bulani is a fourth-generation Saskatchewan farmer, CEO of The Rack -- one of Western Canada's most respected independent ag retailers -- founder of the Trust Your Plate movement, and author of What a Farmer Wants You to Know About Food. He sat in a room full of entrepreneurs in Arizona while a speaker told everyone that modern farming was poisoning the world. He went home and wrote a book about it. Nine in ten people trust farmers. One in five trust modern farming practices. This is the conversation about how that gap happened -- and what to do with it.   Topics and Timestamps 0:00 -- Dan's open: "Somewhere between the farm and your plate, the story got hijacked" 1:07 -- Dennis on the farm right now: wheat year, 1,000 acres, single-crop rotation 1:28 -- The one-crop-per-year strategy and why it works for a busy CEO-farmer 4:15 -- Pulse rotation research: 15% average yield lift across all other crops 5:52 -- Solving phomyces root rot: 5-year research taking peas from 25 to 75 bushels 7:37 -- Published in the American Journal of Plant Science 8:49 -- The Rack's research program: PhD scientist, 6 agronomists, 12 field trials annually 10:00 -- The 100-bushel canola goal and what the "kitchen sink" trial actually proved 13:06 -- How "Rogue" was born: Dr. Bill Brown, manganese-zinc surfactant, and 10-12% yield lift 17:10 -- Rogue in Liberty Canola and what glyphosate actually does to manganese and zinc 18:36 -- Dennis's animal science degree: balancing plant rations is the same science as balancing cattle rations 22:13 -- From Eli Lilly to building The Rack: how an animal nutritionist ended up selling gas 26:00 -- Strategic Coach and the size of the problems Dennis is now willing to take on 30:00 -- The Arizona room: a speaker says modern farming is poisoning the world. Dennis goes home and writes a book. 35:00 -- The trust gap: 9 in 10 people trust farmers but only 1 in 5 trust modern farming practices 38:00 -- The MSG story: how one bad idea gets into the bloodstream of a culture and never leaves 39:39 -- Fertilizer supply chain: urea forecasting, import terminals, and the 2026 seeding sprint 41:13 -- Trump and geopolitics: the Straits of Hormuz theory and what it means for urea prices 43:05 -- Are farmers making money? The 2026 economics at $820 spring wheat 44:09 -- Why Canadian farmers are the most resilient in the world -- and the crow rate story that explains it 47:06 -- "The most advanced, educated farmers in the world" -- how adversity built Western Canadian agriculture 50:52 -- Biological products: the seaweed trial, what the research actually showed, and how to think about new claims 53:48 -- Zinc deficiency in 70% of soil tests -- the right form, timing, and strategy for zinc 59:27 -- Phosphate threshold: 20-25 ppm as the floor that separates good yields from great ones 1:04:29 -- The Rack spends $600,000 a year on replicated research -- and shares results with competitors for free 1:07:00 -- The retail landscape is changing: what separates partners from order-takers 1:08:53 -- AI and the future of ag retail agronomy 1:17:57 -- The novel: 60% true story, Kyrgyzstan, post-communist winter wheat, and Fibonacci numbers 1:20:07 -- Writing the book for "Aunt Nancy from Vancouver" -- and hiring four fact-checkers 1:22:13 -- "Never have we lived longer, never have we been healthier" -- Canada's 84-year life expectancy 1:26:07 -- Aunt Nancy from Vancouver: why farmers avoid the conversation -- and why they shouldn't 1:27:09 -- TrustYourPlate.com as a reference tool for farmers to use in the moment 1:30:42 -- The three biggest myths in consumer agriculture 1:31:15 -- The eyedrop analogy: one-third of one drop per square foot per year is all the chemical farmers apply   Resources Mentioned What a Farmer Wants You to Know About Food -- Dennis Bulani (book, available on Amazon, Kindle edition) Trust Your Plate -- trustyourplate.com (reference tool for answering food safety questions) The Rack -- Rack Petroleum, Bigger, Saskatchewan (ag retail, fuel, fertilizer, research division) Rogue -- The Rack's proprietary manganese-zinc surfactant product (developed from Dr. Bill Brown's research) American Journal of Plant Science -- published The Rack's pea phomyces root rot research Ultimate Yield -- The Rack's agronomy division AgLink Canada -- independent ag retailer association (Dean Falls, Director) Nutrients for Life Canada -- distributing the book to school teachers across Canada Dr. Aaron Corey -- PhD scientist, The Rack research division Dr. Bill Brown -- glyphosate and surfactant researcher, Ontario; Hellfire surfactant Strategic Coach -- Dan Sullivan's entrepreneurship program CAAR -- Canadian Association of Agri-Retailers University of South Dakota / University of Nebraska -- crop rotation and phosphate research referenced Connect with Dennis Bulani Website: trustyourplate.com Book: What a Farmer Wants You to Know About Food -- search Amazon LinkedIn: Dennis Bulani   Connect with Growing the Future Website: growingthefuture.ca YouTube: Growing the Future Instagram: @growingthefuturepodcast LinkedIn: Growing the Future Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca.

This week on the podcast, Peter and Jackie begin with the big news of June 14th: the United States and Iran have reached a preliminary agreement to end the war, which takes the form of a memorandum of understanding (MOU). While the agreement leaves numerous details to be settled, both sides expect that shipping will resume through the Strait of Hormuz as a result. They then recap last week's episode with the Honourable Brian Jean, Alberta's Minister of Energy and Minerals, and his optimism about changes in the province that are expected to shorten regulatory timelines and advance a West Coast oil pipeline application toward submission in July. Peter and Jackie also discuss Alberta's referendum question this fall on separation, and how foreign investors may view it. On June 9, 2026, Peter Tertzakian toured Trans Mountain's Westridge Marine Terminal in Burnaby, British Columbia, which exports Western Canadian crude oil to tidewater. Peter shares some of what he learned, including comments from people working at the terminal on safety, tanker filling times, and the project to deepen the channel, which would increase the amount of crude oil that can be loaded onto each ship. Content referenced in this podcast: Photos from Peter's tour  Trans Mountain website Please review our disclaimer at: https://www.arcenergyinstitute.com/disclaimer/Check us out on social media:X (Twitter): @arcenergyinstLinkedIn: @ARC Energy Research InstituteSubscribe to ARC Energy Ideas PodcastApple PodcastsAmazon MusicSpotify

Dan opens in the water off Koh Lanta, Thailand. The science: a 133-foot tsunami wave registers as zero in deep water. Depth neutralizes force before it ever arrives. The wave only becomes a wave when the ocean floor rises to meet it. That is the operating principle for this session: the operators who get hurt in an AI-disrupted industry are not the ones who were too far away from the change. They are the ones who were too shallow when it arrived. Dan then goes personal. The company collapse. Ten years of revenue, one email in Thailand, zero in January. A leadership meeting where he broke down in front of his team. A vision board that had to be rebuilt around actual DNA rather than borrowed aspiration. Kolbe 7-2-9-2: Quick Start 9, Fact Finder 7 -- the profile that explains why he was always ahead of the room and always restless inside frameworks built for Follow-Thru operators. The session is a product launch, but the argument for the product is rooted in scar tissue, not pitch mechanics. The second half is live demos. Personal Operating Diagnostic: a multi-instrument synthesis agent that reads your personality assessments and outputs a build order for your first three AI agents, sequenced to how you actually work. Robert Andjelic GPT: asked where to buy farmland in Western Canada, it answered with the specificity of a researcher and the posture of a trusted advisor. Melissa the nutrition coach GPT. Then: a full website built in 35 minutes with Claude Code -- the same work that cost $5K and months with a contractor. Dan's own fleet of 50 agents, all running on a markdown brain. Agents include a completion system, a voice-lock drafting agent, and a decision brief agent. The demos are not proof of concept. They are the product, already running. The offer: GYFOS Cohort 1. $1,997 USD one-time. 90 days. 12-13 live sessions. 8-12 operators per cohort. 30-day money-back guarantee. $29/month continuation access after the cohort closes. The pitch is precise: this is not a course. It is a guided build. You leave with an operating system that reflects how you think, not a certificate that something was completed. KEY TOPICS - Wave physics as positioning strategy: depth not distance, get in the sweet spot before the ocean floor rises - Dan's company collapse and rebuild arc -- scar tissue behind the GYFOS product design - Kolbe 7-2-9-2 and core values (Integrity, Growth, Wisdom) as the foundation for AI agent design - Personal Operating Diagnostic -- multi-instrument personality synthesis, AI build order output - Live demo: Robert Andjelic farmland GPT, Melissa nutrition coach GPT, 35-minute website build with Claude Code - Fleet of 50 agents on a markdown brain (completion system, voice-lock drafting, decision brief) - Adoption context: 1.8% of Western Canadian agribusiness using AI; 19% of all businesses; 41% of workers - Historical wave pattern: horses to tractors, zero-till (called "trash farming"), internet (2.6M users 1990 to 2B by 2010) - Three takeaways: You are not late. Start with yourself, not the AI. Learn to orchestrate, not operate. - GYFOS Cohort 1 offer: $1,997 USD, 90 days, 8-12 operators, 30-day guarantee   CONNECT - Dan Aberhart: growingthefuture.ca - GYFOS enrollment: growingthefuture.ca (GTF Mastermind) Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca.

Erika Barootes and Shannon Greer break down a wild week in Western Canadian politics — the Western Premiers' Conference in Kananaskis, Alberta's "referendum on having a referendum," and Prime Minister Carney pulling the Clarity Act into the mix. The communiqué didn't mention separation. Justice Leonard's ruling dragged Premier Smith into a fight she was trying to stay out of. And Carney called it a "dangerous bluff" on Monday before reversing Tuesday. Two hosts, two perspectives, one very confusing week.

Jon Spencer is a Partner at TriWest Capital Partners, one of Canada's leading private equity firms. Based in Calgary, Alberta, TriWest was founded in 1998 and has raised more than ~$1.75 billion of committed capital across seven funds, completing fifty platform investments and over sixty add-on acquisitions, with a focus on partnering with management teams of Western Canadian mid-market and lower mid-market businesses across the industrial, manufacturing, services and distribution sectors.Spencer joined TriWest in 2007 and has spent nearly two decades helping to lead the firm's investment activity. He currently serves as Chair of the Board of Monarch Industries, a long-established Canadian manufacturer of industrial castings, hydraulic components and concrete-mixing equipment, and sits on the boards of A Parent Media Company (APMC), Supreme International, Lithion Power Group and Prostar Energy Services. Earlier in his career he worked at RBC Capital Markets in the Global Energy Group, where he was involved in public equity offerings and mergers and acquisitions assignments across the North American energy sector, and began his career at Credit Suisse as an investment banking analyst.Spencer graduated with distinction from the Richard Ivey School of Business at the University of Western Ontario, where he earned an Honours degree in Business Administration. Alongside his investment work, he has been actively engaged in the Canadian corporate finance community, having served as President of the Calgary Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth.Leoš Rousek, the Head Of Corporate Communications at PPF Group (https://www.ppf.eu/en) and contributor of PFI Talks, talked with Jon Spencer.

Sustainability is talked about everywhere these days, but what does it actually mean for agriculture?   In this episode, we sit down with Carlos Romero, Senior Sustainability Manager at Nutrien Ag Solutions, to break it down in practical terms. For Carlos, sustainability isn't abstract, it's good agronomy that works both economically and environmentally.   They discuss how Canadian farmers are putting this into practice through 4R Nutrient Stewardship and no-till farming, and how Nutrien is helping scale those efforts through its FarmSmart programs.   From supporting large-scale nitrogen initiatives to helping growers access sustainable incentives, this episode explores how sustainability is measured, rewarded and expanded across Western Canadian agriculture.   Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com   Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

The paper chase: How 4 Calgarians made their cities better with bookstores A trip into Western Canadian book culture. Featuring Don Stewart of MacLeod's Books (Vancouver), Céline Chuang of Paper Birch Books (Edmonton), Rodney Clarke of The Paper Hound Bookshop (Vancouver) and David Sidjak of Sigla Books (Calgary). All of them grew up in Calgary.

Bram Strain, the President and CEO of the Business Council of Manitoba, joins Evan this morning. He is the leading voice for Western Canadian business. He's in Regina for the Food, Fuel and Fertilizer Global Summit, where he's calling for stronger interprovincial cooperation to unlock the full economic potential of Canada's natural resources — from food and fuel to fertilizer and energy.

A trip into Western Canadian book culture. Featuring Don Stewart of MacLeod's Books (Vancouver), Céline Chuang of Paper Birch Books (Edmonton), Rodney Clarke of The Paper Hound Bookshop (Vancouver) and David Sidjak of Sigla Books (Calgary). All of them grew up in Calgary.

Marshall Ferguson (@TSN_Marsh) made the trip to Edmonton recently for the CFL Combine which meant we had to get Bronti Verbeek and Brad Gavey on to talk everything from Bronti's first steps into racing, Western Canadian road race culture, Verbeek's goals for the future, favourite bikes and much more!Want to help support the Canadian Superbike Podcast while reaching two wheel enthusiasts like yourself to grow exposure and potential business as we travel the two wheel calendar this summer? Contact Marshall at CSPMarsh@Gmail.com to discuss what we have available for the season from live reads to YouTube branding and partnerships of all kinds!

AABP Executive Director Dr. Fred Gingrich is joined by Dr. Brian Warr, veterinarian with Telus Cattle Professional Services in the Animal Health Module based in Alberta, Canada. The discussion for today is the role of the veterinarian in overseeing and providing guidance for feedlot cattle in special needs pens. Warr begins by describing the routine health care provided on feedlots to ensure that each individual animal is observed daily and interventions based on the treatment protocol provided by the veterinarian are administered. After an animal is treated, options may include moving back to the home pen or moving to a special needs pen.  Warr reviews the care that should be provided by the caregivers for each special needs pen. This can include the treatment or hospital pen, where animals are given daily treatments before returning to the home pen. The hospital pen may also include animals that need daily close observation or that may need separated from the home pen while recovering. Warr also provides some guidelines for managing the chronic pen and railer pen to ensure that welfare is not compromised for animals that may not be able to return to the home pen or achieve the finishing weight goal. He suggests moving these animals through the treatment area once a week to assess their condition and record a weight with a general goal of 1 pound of gain per day for 30 days before returning to the home pen.  Warr also cautions that veterinarians should be realistic when assessing the welfare needs of special needs animals. Veterinarians should provide humane euthanasia protocols and provide the oversight to ensure that animals that do not meet the guidelines for continuing in the feedlot are humanely euthanized. We also discuss some of the general needs for biocontainment of infectious diseases on feedlots and nutritional and pen requirements for special needs animals.  Watch Warr's presentation from the 2026 Recent Graduate conference by going to this link.  TAYLOR L, BOOKER C, JIM G, GUICHON, P. Epidemiological investigation of the buller steer syndrome (riding behaviour) in a western Canadian feedlot. Aus Vet J. 1997;75: 45-51. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1751-0813.1997.tb13830.x Pollock CM, Campbell JR, Janzen ED, West K. Descriptive epidemiology of chronic disease of calves in a Western Canadian feedlot. Proceedings of the 33rd AABP Annual Conference. 2000. https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro20005394 Sundman E, Millman S, Erickson S, Silva G, Thomson D, Johnson A, Schwartzkopf-Genswein K, Dewell R, Dewell G. Are there opportunities to strengthen animal welfare through improved management of feedlot chronic pens? Proceedings of the 56th AABP Annual Conference. 2023. https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro20238907

Western Canadian psychedelic chanteuse Ora Cogan rings in to talk about her album "Hard Hearted Woman." Plus we spin new tracks from UK's Langkamer, singer Courtney Barnett and Georgia's very own Dipper Grande

A sharp correction in the rye market is forcing both buyers and growers to rethink how the crop fits into Western Canadian rotations. In this second episode of the Learning More about KWS hybrid rye podcast, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture speaks with Jason McGillivray, trade unit manager for the specialty grains group at Scoular, about... Read More

End markets for Canadian crude oil have evolved as production and export capacity have grown, especially in the past few years. Today, we dig into the data to see where Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin crude oil supply goes, how it gets there, and how those destination markets have evolved.

Buddy the Beagle, Children's Books and Dog Show Life with Will Alexander Will Alexander joins host Laura Reeves to talk about his charming new children's book series starring Buddy the Beagle, plus judging, podcasting and the timeless chaos of navigating dog shows without GPS. Longtime dog show handler and judge Will Alexander returns to Pure Dog Talk with something unexpected in his portfolio: a children's book series. Inspired by his real-life beagle — a 1992 American National winner nicknamed "Bud Man" — Will wrote the first book, What Is My Name? at his kitchen table on a whim. What followed was a growing series including Buddy Finds a Family and Buddy's First Christmas, with Buddy the Beagle and the Easter Egg Hunt coming soon. The books target the five-to-six-year-old crowd and feature a real child, Savannah Bernardin, Katie and Adam's daughter, as Buddy's companion. Will used AI illustration tools to bring Buddy to life after early attempts with family members proved less than reliable. He also touches on his earlier novel For the Love of Dogs, a coming-of-age story about a boy who discovers the dog show world. Beyond the books, Will and Laura cover plenty of ground familiar to longtime fanciers. They discuss the state of crop and dock legislation in Canada, where Ontario remains the last province permitting the practices. They celebrate the new AKC-CKC title recognition agreement that will finally show Canadian championships properly on pedigrees. And they reflect on the shrinking but still vibrant Canadian show scene, noting that Western Canadian shows maintain strong entries partly because they draw from multiple provinces. The conversation winds down with a laugh-out-loud exchange about pre-GPS dog show navigation — road atlases, wrong exits, and dads who somehow just knew how to get places.

Canola ran hard. The question wasn't whether to celebrate — it was whether to protect what you'd built. This session came out of a real conversation with a GARS advisor who pointed out something most producers have never heard explained clearly: options and production insurance don't just coexist — they can amplify each other. If you structure it right, you can protect your floor, leave your ceiling open, and potentially have the government subsidize the cost of the strategy through AgriStability. That's the thesis Ryan Bonnett walked through live. He's been trading futures and coaching producers through options for 20 years. He was joined by Derek Tallon — a central Saskatchewan grain farmer who sold 400 tons of canola the week before this session — for a real-world producer perspective on how these tools actually get used. And David Sullivan from Global Ag Risk Solutions rounded out the room with everything you need to know about where production insurance fits into the picture. Nobody was selling anything theoretical here. This was a working session. Topics covered: How to quantify your bullish or bearish position before you ever place a trade — and why gut feelings without numbers will get you burned The difference between call and put options, and when each one belongs in your marketing plan How a collar strategy works in practice: buying a $700 put and selling an $800 call for a net cost of around $10/ton — and what you're giving up to get it Why "I'll hold the option a little longer after I sell the grain" is where hedgers become speculators How paper trades through your RBC or STONEX account interact differently with your GARS policy than a delivery-tied contract does — and why that distinction matters The AgriStability angle: how your option strategy cost becomes an eligible expense, and what that means if you're one of the many producers sitting close to a claim this year What a "whole farm put" actually looks like and how it covers commodities you can't hedge on the exchange The fertilizer and fuel hedging conversation nobody else is having Useful timestamps: 00:04:17 — Ryan introduces the bullish/bearish framework and canola market context 00:07:00 — Crowd poll results: where producers' heads are at on canola prices 00:13:00 — Technical analysis walkthrough: support, resistance, and where this market could run to 00:26:22 — Call and put options explained cleanly 00:35:10 — How put options work as price insurance without elevator contracts 00:39:33 — The collar strategy: how to cheapen your protection 00:42:36 — Derek Tallon's producer perspective on using options as farm insurance 00:46:46 — David Sullivan: how options interact with your GARS production insurance 00:50:00 — The AgriStability layer: how your option cost could be 80% subsidized 00:59:32 — When and how to exit the strategy properly 01:04:29 — Fertilizer and fuel: the hedging conversation farmers aren't having yet 01:17:00 — The hardest part: closing your hedge the same day you make your physical sale Guests in this episode: Ryan Bonnett — independent commodity trading advisor, 20 years of experience coaching Western Canadian producers through options and futures strategies. Derek Tallon — grain producer, central Saskatchewan. Grows canola, wheat, and durum. Brings a grounded, practical lens on how these tools work at the farm level. David Sullivan — production insurance advisor, Global Ag Risk Solutions (GARS). Expert in how production insurance, AgriStability, and marketing strategies interact. One thing that stuck: David put it plainly — a 5,000-acre producer is sitting long on $2.5 to $3 million of grain the moment they plant. Most traders would never carry a position that size unhedged. Most producers do it every single year without thinking about it that way. That framing alone is worth the listen. Follow Growing the Future: Instagram: @growingthefutureproductions LinkedIn: Growing the Future Productions YouTube: Growing the Future Website: growingthefuture.ca Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca.

Talks of separatism in Alberta and Saskatchewan remain a hot topic. But according to a new policy brief, the peak of this frustration may have actually happened a few years ago. Gregory Jack, Senior Vice President of Ipsos Public Affairs, joins the show to explain what else the policy brief found and how many people actually support separatism, even if it means serious economic consequences.

Happy International Women's Day Fight Fam!Today, I have a chat with Jamie Droeske, one of the the stand out fighters in the Western Canadian kickboxing scene a few years ago - now running a gym in the 'Hat - SACA, and the ALWAYS AWESOME Fists Of Fury kickboxing and Muay Thai event, which will be going down for the 22nd time!!! on April 25th, 2026 in Medicine Hat!Since this event is right around the corner, we spent some time chatting about what it's like going from fighter to promoter and some of the issues needed to be solved to run such an event. We also kick back the clock a few years and talk about her fight career including fighting on almost every fists of fury events, fighting regional AND world champions and out of my simple curiosity "what do you get out of fighting? what are you wanting out of it" Jamie let's us in on her need for competition and how the transition from bike ridin' to fightin' scratched that itch for competition, when she had her final ring walk as a fighter and soaked it all in, as well as some of the issues with combat sports competition in a small town.this was an awesome chat with someone I've watched for years, and I truly do appreciate Jamie's little bit of vulnerability on the podcast which really helped make this a deep and important chat at some points! A GREAT CHAT WITH A STAPLE OF THE ALBERTA FIGHT COMMUNITY INSIDE AND OUT OF THE RINGSHOUT OUT TO YOU JAMIE!!

In this episode of the Rural Roots Canada podcast, hosts Tim Parent and Craig Lester check in from a snowy Calgary and a busy Lethbridge to talk all things Ag Expo, a cornerstone event in Western Canadian agriculture now held at the stunning Lethbridge Agri-Food Hub and Trade Centre (1:42). As Craig reports from the event, he shares insights from Paul Kingsmith of Exhibition Park Lethbridge, who highlights how the event has evolved into a true business-to-business showcase featuring over 300 exhibitors from across Canada, the U.S., Europe, and Australia.  The episode also shines a light on the BASF Growing Home Initiative, which supports rural projects across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario (6:23). It's an episode that captures the heart of rural life, innovation, and connection across Canada's ag community.

On this episode of The Whiteboard, the debate heats up over Gavin McKenna vs. Ivar Stenberg for the first overall pick, weighing hockey operations against the business reality of drafting a Western Canadian franchise star. The guys examine the Brett Kulak–for–Sam Girard trade and how Colorado created cap flexibility while adding assets and whether the Canucks could execute a similar cap-eating move. With Vancouver set to face the Winnipeg Jets, Marco Rossi is one to watch. It's draft strategy, cap management, and roster-building all in focus. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

NGL production in Western Canada hit an all-time high in 2025 and looks to be headed even higher in the years ahead. Major midstream players, such as AltaGas, have been undertaking infrastructure expansions to deal with all the additional gas processing, Y-grade fractionation and product exports.

The Western Canada Economic Forum is happening in Winnipeg, Manitoba this year. Alex Fallon, chair of the Western Canadian Economic Forum and founder of Artificial Intelligence Saskatchewan (AiSK), will be attending. He joins Evan to share some of what is expected to come up during the annual gathering this year.

Send us a textWe trace a coast‑to‑coast map of independent and collegiate summer baseball, from the Arizona Fall League's underused potential to the Northwoods' packed old parks, and explain how fans can keep their summers full if MLB hits turbulence in 2026. We weigh stability against control, share travel tips, and highlight leagues worth your time and money.• why 2026 MLB CBA risk makes alternatives vital• Arizona Fall League strengths and promotion gaps• affiliated vs independent control, costs and churn• Appy League reinvention and team turnover• West Coast, Pioneer, Western Canadian snapshots• Draft League and partner leagues explained• Pecos League realities and merch trust issues• USPBL's single‑stadium model lessons• Cape Cod traditions and lawn‑chair culture• Northwoods League atmosphere and history• Prospect, NECBL, Futures, Old North State growth• how to support teams through tickets and merch• travel ideas: Cape Cod, NBC World Series marathonMake sure you hit the subscribe button and without further ado, I'll give you the episode Support the showMake sure to follow the Dad Hat Chronicles: https://linktr.ee/TheDadHatChronicles

From lingering "Liberation Day" tariff fears and a shift toward a more pro-growth federal policy stance to changing leadership within key sectors, Canadian equity portfolio manager Mark Rutherford unpacks what moved markets for Canadian equities in 2025. He explains how this backdrop influenced recent positioning in the Canadian equity portfolio, including adjustments within energy, banks, and gold. The conversation then turns to the U.S. intervention in Venezuela and its implications for Canadian oil: how potential increases in Venezuelan heavy crude could affect Western Canadian differentials, why integrated producers may be relatively better positioned, and the role of TMX export capacity in supporting basin pricing. Stepping back, Mark explores the move toward a more transactional, spheres of influence world and how the team is incorporating this evolving U.S.–Canada dynamic into portfolio construction through diversified, incremental shifts rather than binary macro bets. Key Highlights: • In 2025, Canadian equity returns were shaped less by the initial "Liberation Day" tariff shock and more by how markets digested that risk over time alongside a domestic pivot toward pro-growth policy—forces that helped support energy, commodities, and especially the banks. • Within financials, Canadian banks—TD in particular—saw improving fundamentals as credit conditions held up, wealth and capital markets businesses performed well, and a more growth oriented regulatory stance supported competitiveness. • In energy, the team tilted toward integrated producers like Suncor and trimmed more differential sensitive exposure such as Canadian Natural, balancing the long-term risk of higher Venezuelan heavy crude supply against the offsetting support of TMX export capacity. • The team selectively added to gold producers, seeing attractive unit economics and reasonable valuations, and viewing gold as a useful diversifier in a world of geopolitical tension, dedollarization talk, and looser fiscal discipline.  • Stepping back, Mark frames Venezuela and trade policy within a broader shift toward transactional spheres of influence and "mercantilist" great power politics—arguing for diversified, incremental positioning changes rather than binary macro bets or anchoring portfolios to any single geopolitical outcome. Host: Andrew Johnson, CFA Portfolio Manager Guest: Mark Rutherford, CFA Equity Analyst This episode is available for download anywhere you get your podcasts. Founded in 1974, Mawer Investment Management Ltd. (pronounced "more") is a privately owned independent investment firm managing assets for institutional and individual investors. Mawer employs over 250 people in Canada, U.S., and Singapore. Visit Mawer at https://www.mawer.com. Follow us on social: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/mawer-investment-management/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mawerinvestmentmanagement/

In this final episode of Collisions YYC, Tyler is joined by COO of Long View Systems and catalyst to beginning Collisions YYC, Kevin Crowe, to explore the evolution of Western Canadian business, the growing importance of tech sovereignty, and the role of thoughtful leadership in today's complex world. From the changing face of Alberta's economy to the human side of innovation, this episode is both a celebration and a reflection—marking the end of a podcast chapter that's elevated hundreds of voices across the region.In this episode:The economic evolution of Alberta and the digital sovereignty movementWhy Long View's values are inseparable from its successLeadership lessons from nearly three decades in businessThe responsibilities that come with influence and privilegeReflections on the origin and impact of Collisions YYCThis episode is brought to you by clearmotive marketing. When it comes to marketing that truly matters to your business, clearmotive is your go-to partner. With a proven track record of more than 15 years, they understand what makes your business tick. Learn more at https://www.clearmotive.ca and discover how clearmotive can help your marketing thrive.We're on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyycLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yycYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@collisionsyycWebsite: https://www.collisionsyyc.comThank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends! These things really help us reach more potential fans and share everything that's amazing about Western Canada.We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.Host links:Tyler's website: https://www.tylerchisholm.comTyler's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholmGuest links:Kevin Crowe's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-crowe-2a709432Long View Systems' Website: https://www.longviewsystems.comLong View Systems' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/longviewsystemsLong View Systems' Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/longviewsystemsCollisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Matt Oryschak from the University of Alberta shares his latest findings on using faba beans as a feed ingredient for broilers and layers. He discusses their nutritional value, tannin concerns, inclusion levels, and opportunities for Western Canadian pulse growers. Learn how faba beans can balance performance and sustainability in poultry diets. Listen now on all major platforms!"Faba beans offer an attractive balance of protein and energy, making them a promising ingredient for poultry feed formulations."Meet the guest: Matt Oryschak is a PhD candidate in Poultry Nutrition at the University of Alberta. His research explores the potential of Western Canadian feedstuffs, such as faba beans, to improve the competitiveness and sustainability of poultry production. Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:27) Introduction(02:07) Faba bean overview(04:12) Nutritional composition(05:44) Key findings(07:33) Inclusion levels(09:47) Future research(11:31) Closing thoughtsThe Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Fortiva- Barentz- Kemin- Poultry Science Association- BASF- Anitox

In this conversation, Kyle Bryan, the Western Canadian sales rep for Rapala VMC, shares his journey into the fishing industry, the importance of building long-term relationships in sales, and the exciting new products being launched for ice fishing and open water. The discussion covers the history and reputation of Rapala, the introduction of innovative products like the 40 volt StrikeMaster Maven Auger and the Nano Wrap lure, and the significance of tungsten in modern fishing gear. Kyle also highlights the upgrades to popular walleye combos and the collaboration with 13 Fishing to develop specialized rods and reels for various fishing techniques. Kyle discusses the durability and performance of fishing baits, innovations in fishing lures, and the revival of classic fishing lures. He shares personal favorites and recommendations while emphasizing the importance of product testing in the fishing industry. The discussion highlights the passion of anglers for their favorite lures and the ongoing evolution of fishing gear.Check out the website @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.wkndwarriorsco.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Don't forget to drop a review or rating on your listening platform so we can reach more anglers just like you!PODCAST LINKS: https://linktr.ee/wkndwarriorsfishingpodBe sure to follow the show @wkdnwarriorsfishingpodcast on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and Subscribe to our YouTube channel for updates, behind the scenes, videos, giveaways and more!Email us at theweekendwarriorspodcast@gmail.comThis episode is brought to you by 13 Fishing Canada and the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation.PODCAST SPONSORS/DISCOUNTS:13 Fishing Canada: Use Code "WKNDWARRIORS" for 15% OFF www.13fishing.ca *EXCLUSIVE Discount on Rapala Canada and ALL 9 of their Brands! Use Code "WKNDWARRIORS" for 15% OFF www.rapala.ca*Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation: Grab yourself a Membership here: https://saskatchewan-wildlife-federation.myshopify.com/collections/membershipsDownload the Saskatchewan Master Angler App: https://swf.sk.ca/master-angler-p

The season is technically over for Bowling Green Football but what can we do? As Andy returns to the airwaves tonight on another edition of All Andy Alfred on the All Andy Alfred Network. Andy recap the Bowl Elimination game for Bowling Green at Eastern Michigan and where the team goes from here. We also dig into the rest of College Football and go over the new CFP rankings and preview and predict games this week in College Football including the huge matchup for Notre Dame and the mid week Macation. The Browns woes continue as we discuss there lost in New Jersey to the New York Jets and breakdown the huge win for the Lions in the Nation Capital against the Washington Commanders. We also recap Week 10 in the National Football League and preview week 11 and prediction those games as well. The Jackets on this Western Canadian roadtrip get one point…Ugh!! We recap the games and look to tonight's matchup with Seattle and look around the rest of the NHL and break down the standings. The Walleye make moves and get ready for two big matchups this week and some pro wrestling talk, plus an Andy rants about politics and he's not talking about the shutdown. All this and more on this installment of All Andy Alfred. Follow the Show on Twitter(X) @AllAndyAlfred and on Facebook.com/AllAndyAlfred as well as on our YouTube channel by searching All Andy Alfred.

The Western Canadian oil industry pumps more crude than most OPEC members but its production is located far from consuming markets and depends on a dizzying array of pipelines to connect that supply to end demand. At the same time, Canada's oil producers have had to navigate a quagmire of ever-shifting politics, policy, and regulations—especially concerning greenhouse gas emissions—that were widely seen to be restraining the sectors growth.To help me dig into the meat of this discussion, frame the current position of the massive oil sands industry today and where we're headed, as well as how to parse the ongoing negotiations between Canada's West and Ottawa, Rory is joined this week by Kevin Birn, Global Head, Center of Emissions Excellence and Chief Analyst, Canadian Oil Markets, at S&P Global.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.   0:20 - Mark Carney's debut budget fails to meet the moment, by Sean Speer   4:34 - The CBC claims it wants to appeal to rural and Western Canadians—does anyone actually believe that?, by Peter Menzies   11:03 - From Donald Trump to Doug Ford, today's leaders are living in Ronald Reagan's shadow, by Richard Shimooka   This program is narrated by automated voices. To get full-length editions of popular Hub podcasts and other great perks, subscribe to the Hub for only $2 a week: https://thehub.ca/join/hero/   Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get all our best content: https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple) https://tinyurl.com/y8akmfn7 (Spotify) Watch The Hub on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHubCanada Get a FREE 3-month trial membership for our premium podcast content: https://thehub.ca/free-trial/ The Hub on X: https://x.com/thehubcanada?lang=en   CREDITS: Alisha  – Producer & Sound Editor   To contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts, email support@thehub.ca

In this flavorful new episode of The Food Professor Podcast—presented by Caddle—Michael LeBlanc and Dr. Sylvain Charlebois serve up an inspiring conversation with Rob Sengotta, chef and co-founder of Von Slick's Finishing Touch, the award-winning Manitoba-based producer of gourmet compound butters.The InterviewRob takes listeners behind the scenes of his chef-to-entrepreneur journey—from fine-dining kitchens in London and France to building a small-batch butter business on the prairies. He shares how curiosity and culinary discipline led to Von Slick's signature push-tube packaging and eight imaginative flavours, including garlic confit, roasted red pepper, mushroom duxelle, and cowboy butter.Listeners learn how Rob and partner Landon Craker turned a spark of an idea into a thriving Western Canadian brand by mastering distribution, leveraging farmers' markets, and staying creative on social media. Rob reflects on his early appearance on Dragon's Den, the lessons learned about timing and valuation, and the advantages of remaining proudly local. He also reveals new restaurant-format products, growing online sales nationwide, and why Canadians' appetite for supporting homegrown brands continues to expand.The NewsIn the first half, Sylvain reports live from Medellín, Colombia, where he's attending an international conference on rural food economies. He offers a fascinating window into Colombia's agricultural transformation—how coffee and cocoa remain vital exports and how farmers are striving to move beyond decades of narcotics-driven instability.Back in Canada, Michael and Sylvain unpack the latest headlines:CFIA factory inspections and the urgent need for transparency;Health Canada's cloned-meat consultations, why silent science can backfire, and the parallels to GMO controversies;Parliamentary hearings on the grocery code of conduct and why supplier–retailer trust still drives price volatility;Bank of Canada's rate decision, its implications for restaurants and food-service recovery; andThere is a growing debate over adopting a U.S.-style SNAP food-assistance program in Canada.This episode blends global perspective, policy insight, and entrepreneurial inspiration—proving again that from farm to fork, the Canadian food economy is as complex as it is delicious. The Food Professor #podcast is presented by Caddle. About UsDr. Sylvain Charlebois is a Professor in food distribution and policy in the Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University in Halifax. He is also the Senior Director of the Agri-food Analytics Lab, also located at Dalhousie University. Before joining Dalhousie, he was affiliated with the University of Guelph's Arrell Food Institute, which he co-founded. Known as “The Food Professor”, his current research interest lies in the broad area of food distribution, security and safety. Google Scholar ranks him as one of the world's most cited scholars in food supply chain management, food value chains and traceability.He has authored five books on global food systems, his most recent one published in 2017 by Wiley-Blackwell entitled “Food Safety, Risk Intelligence and Benchmarking”. He has also published over 500 peer-reviewed journal articles in several academic publications. Furthermore, his research has been featured in several newspapers and media groups, including The Lancet, The Economist, the New York Times, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, BBC, NBC, ABC, Fox News, Foreign Affairs, the Globe & Mail, the National Post and the Toronto Star.Dr. Charlebois sits on a few company boards, and supports many organizations as a special advisor, including some publicly traded companies. Charlebois is also a member of the Scientific Council of the Business Scientific Institute, based in Luxemburg. Dr. Charlebois is a member of the Global Food Traceability Centre's Advisory Board based in Washington DC, and a member of the National Scientific Committee of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) in Ottawa. Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

Originally from Vancouver Island, Russell Floyd has called Prince George, British Columbia home since 2014. He is the owner and operator of Backcountry Blacksmiths, a mobile farriery business serving equine athletes and working horses across Northern BC. A 2003 graduate of the Olds College Farrier Program, Russell began his career balancing horseshoeing with guiding hunting expeditions in BC's wilderness—a passion that eventually led him north.Russell is among only three Canadians to earn the prestigious Associate of the Worshipful Company of Farriers (AWCF) designation. He is also a Certified Journeyman Farrier with the AFA and holds the Advanced Skills Farrier certification through the Farrier International Testing System. A seasoned competitor, Russell has represented Canada as a three-time member of the Canadian Farrier Team, led the inaugural North 49 season in 2022, and continues to compete in the Western Canadian circuit and the World Championship Blacksmiths (WCB) series.Education is central to Russell's mission. He contributes regularly to the Anatomy Corner of the FAWS newsletter, serves as an examiner for the AFTC apprenticeship program, and shares his expertise through clinics, dissection labs, and mentorship on topics including limb anatomy, case studies, competition preparation, business development, and professional mindset. As a six-time past president of the Western Canadian Farriers Association, he remains dedicated to raising industry standards.Russell and his wife, Anya, an equine veterinarian, aspire to open a collaborative clinic integrating farrier and veterinary care. He proudly supports local equine events, including Rodeo PG and North Central BC CADORA shows, and continues to guide part-time through the Guide Outfitters Association of BC. Prince George provides the perfect backdrop for his outdoor lifestyle, which includes fishing, hunting, camping, skiing, hiking, and snowmobiling. Recently, Russell graduated from the Western College of Auctioneering, donating his time to help local clubs and associations fundraise through auctioneering.Passionate about financial literacy, business development, and skilled trades, Russell believes trades are the backbone of strong communities. His goal is to keep learning, keep building, and achieve the Fellowship of the Worshipful Company of Farriers, while mentoring the next generation of tradespeople to build sustainable, fulfilling careers.

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are first joined by friend of the show Alexander Raikin, Visiting Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, to discuss how America has abandoned suicide safeguards and the lessons from Canada's MAID program. Next, David Robinson, a leading voice for Western Canadian independence, breaks down the crises north of the border, from economic instability to cultural tensions, and what they could mean for America. Then, seasoned financial expert Gary Gygi returns to analyze the latest jobs report and what it reveals about the health of the U.S. economy. And stay tuned for Kiley's Corner, as she dives into the latest drama in the small town of London, Kentucky—from a torture chamber investigation to ongoing clashes with the city council. www.breakingbattlegrounds.vote Twitter: www.twitter.com/Breaking_Battle Facebook: www.facebook.com/breakingbattlegrounds Instagram: www.instagram.com/breakingbattlegrounds LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/breakingbattlegrounds Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@breakingbattlegrounds Show sponsors: Santa Has A Podcast - This episode of Breaking Battlegrounds is brought to you by Santa Has a Podcast — a show for the whole family filled with kindness challenges, North Pole stories, elf updates, and a sprinkle of Christmas magic all year long. Listen now at SantaHasAPodcast.com. Invest Yrefy - investyrefy.com Old Glory Depot Support American jobs while standing up for your values. OldGloryDepot.com brings you conservative pride on premium, made-in-USA gear. Don't settle—wear your patriotism proudly. Learn more at: OldGloryDepot.com Dot VoteWith a .VOTE website, you ensure your political campaign stands out among the competition while simplifying how you reach voters. Learn more at: dotvote.vote

 Saskatchewan Exceeds the National Average in Licensed Nurses Per Capita Saskatchewan continues to lead Canada in nurse availability, surpassing both national and Western Canadian averages in key workforce measures. With nearly 17,500 nurses licensed in 2024, the province stands out for its strong healthcare system and support to communities. In this episode, Joy Stephen, a Canadian Immigration practitioner, reviews the recent Nursing in Canada 2024 report by CIHI and shares why Saskatchewan's nursing workforce is setting benchmarks nationwide. Previous Saskatchewan updates: https://myar.me/tag/sk/Immigration program details: https://myar.me/cFree weekly resource & Q&A meetings: https://myar.me/zoomChoosing a qualified immigration representative: https://ircnews.ca/consultant#Saskatchewan #NursingInCanada #CanadaImmigration #HealthcareCanada #SaskatchewanNews #IRCNews 

Episode #118 of Daffy's Round Table! In today's episode were coming to you from the largest reptile expo in western Canada the Western Canadian Reptile Expo - Calgary August 16 & 17, 2025! Join me as I interview some awesome people and discuss what its like being at the show, putting on the show and vending at the show! Huge thank you Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home! Check out the WCRE: www.WCRE.ca Check out this episodes guests here: Jesse De Luca - Exo Terra Canada: IG: https://www.instagram.com/exoterracanada/IG: https://www.instagram.com/jesse_deluca_wildlife_photos/Website: https://exo-terra.com/Greg West - Cornel's World IG: https://www.instagram.com/cornelsworld/Website: https://www.cornelsworld.com/Dr. Cheyenne - Southpointe Pet Hospital Website: https://www.southpointepethospital.ca/Tony Wigley - Responsible Reptile Keeping IG: https://www.instagram.com/responsiblereptilekeeping/Website: https://responsiblereptilekeeping.org/ Tyrone Smith - Canadian Mouseman IG: https://www.instagram.com/canadianmouseman/Website: https://canadianmouseman.com/ Tiffany - Aurorea IncIG: https://www.instagram.com/aurorea.inc/Website: https://aurorea.ca/Kenzie - Prairie Exotics IG: https://www.instagram.com/prairie_exotics/Website: https://www.prairieexotics.ca/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@PrairieExotics⁩ Emma West Website: https://www.cornelsworld.com/Sal Girimonte - House Of Gaia Pythons IG: https://www.instagram.com/houseofgaiapythons/ MM: https://www.morphmarket.com/stores/houseofgaiapythons/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@houseofgaiapythons/Michael Gillon - Reptile Rejects IG: https://www.instagram.com/michael__gillon/IG: https://www.instagram.com/reptilerejects/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@reptilerejects⁩ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe to Daffy's Round Table on whatever streaming platform you use! Follow Daffy: Instagram: @DaffysreptilesTwitter: @DaffysreptilesFacebook: Facebook.com/DaffysreptilesTiktok: @DaffysreptilesBusiness: daffysreptiles@gmail.com

Western Canadian canola growers are reeling after China imposed a 75.6 per cent tariff on Canadian canola seed imports last week. The move is predicated as an "anti-dumping" tariff, but is assumed to be in retaliation of Canada’s steel, aluminum, and EV tariffs on Chinese goods. Canola growers, such as Jake Leguee, are calling out... Read More

In this episode of "Oil Ground Up," host Rory Johnston delves into the dynamic landscape of the Western Canadian oil and gas sector with expert insights from Michael Spyker, Principal Analyst at HTM Energy Partners. The discussion navigates the complexities of the non-oil sands sector, focusing on the Montney and Duvernay plays, and explores the strategic implications of Strathcona's bid for MEG Energy. Tune in to understand the evolving trends, challenges, and opportunities within this pivotal industry. Don't miss this deep dive into the heart of Canada's energy frontier.

Vice President, Rentals – Christie LitesWith over four decades in the lighting industry, Rod has built a career defined by hands-on experience, leadership, and deep knowledge across every facet of entertainment lighting. Starting out on the Western Canadian club circuit, Rod moved into touring and corporate work with Westsun and RA Roth, gaining invaluable experience along the way.From 1994 to 1997, Rod served as the Vari*Lite operator and technician on the 1st National Tour of Show Boat, followed by nearly a decade touring as a Lighting Director, Designer, and Crew Chief with PRG. In 2006, Rod joined Christie Lites in Seattle as Operations Manager, where he played a key role in expanding shop operations and streamlining workflows. He transitioned into Rentals in 2010, and today serves as Vice President, Rentals.Rod's practical knowledge and show experience give him a unique edge in understanding the needs of clients and crews alike. Outside of work, Rod enjoys fishing, golfing, and cheering on the Seattle Kraken, Seahawks, and Mariners—always finding time for his family amidst a busy career.Rod was last on the show two years ago, almost to the day!In this episode, the hosts discuss the impact of Ozzy Osbourne's legacy on the music industry, share personal stories from their experiences in touring, and reflect on the evolution of music contracts and the importance of venues. They also touch on the challenges of live shows and the changing landscape of the lighting industry, highlighting Rod Gibson's new role as Vice President of Rentals. In this engaging conversation, Marcel and Rodney discuss the evolution of the event industry, focusing on the importance of efficient systems, personal connections, and the challenges faced in the corporate world. They explore the impact of technology on live events, the significance of training and mentorship for new talent, and the motivation that keeps industry veterans engaged in their work. The dialogue highlights the changing landscape of crew dynamics, the necessity of adapting to market demands, and the joy of working in a field that continues to innovate and inspire.This Episode is brought to you by ETC and AIM

Welcome to Life in a Schell, I'm your host Christina Schell. On this episode, I introduce my brand new series: Call Me On My Schell. I asked the question, “What's your favourite inspirational quote?” and I received so many amazing, uplifting voice messages. I also answer a few call-in questions that were sent in!This episode's featured song and musical artist is “Anodyne” by the incredible Tess Anderson. Tess Anderson is a total rockstar, and she just wrapped up her Western Canadian tour with her band! I had to showcase one of my favourite songs from her album Before I Come Unhinged. Enjoy!Thanks for tuning in! Follow on Spotify + Apple Podcasts, share with your friends and come say hi on instagram ⁠@christinaschell⁠ + ⁠@lifeinaschell⁠

India and Pakistan flirt with war (oh no!) while Western Canadian cope dictates they blame their own Canadian kin for their problems as Indians colonize Alberta faster than every other province but Ontario. They're actually giving out a Hanuman monkey statue trophy at the conclusion of the NHL playoffs this year and retiring the Stanley Cup due to diversity and inclusion requirements.

The Rebel News podcasts features free audio-only versions of select RebelNews+ content and other Rebel News long-form videos, livestreams, and interviews. Monday to Friday enjoy the audio version of Ezra Levant's daily TV-style show, The Ezra Levant Show, where Ezra gives you his contrarian and conservative take on free speech, politics, and foreign policy through in-depth commentary and interviews. Wednesday evenings you can listen to the audio version of The Gunn Show with Sheila Gunn Reid the Chief Reporter of Rebel News. Sheila brings a western sensibility to Canadian news. With one foot in the oil patch and one foot in agriculture, Sheila challenges mainstream media narratives and stands up for Albertans. If you want to watch the video versions of these podcasts, make sure to begin your free RebelNewsPlus trial by subscribing at http://www.RebelNewsPlus.com

Greetings! We recorded this episode as part of the sauna building seminar at the West Coast Sauna Summit, January, 2025, Loon Lake Resort outside Vancouver, BC Canada. Let's Sauna Talk: building saunas! Sauna Talk podcast all about building saunas I moderate a panel discussion with, on my left, Andrew from Saunabuilder and on my right, Josh from Theraluxe. These two are Western Canadian sauna builders who left their finish nailer behind in order to come to the West Coast Sauna Summit this past month just outside Vancouver, BC Canada. I really enjoyed our time together. You'll hear my kind of sauna building thinking. From bench heights to wall cladding. Wood stoves to electric. Mobile to fixed backyard, we cover a lot of topics in an open and collaborative spirit. There are no solutions. There are only trade-offs.” ― Thomas Sowell, A Conflict of Visions: Ideological Origins of Political Struggles

(00:00-16:13) Robert Thomas joins us. Coming back from the Western Canadian swing and getting put to the test at home. Sleep schedule. The team's expectations to win even when playing from behind. Bulletproof mindset. Macklin Celebrini. Chirpin' and chattin' with players on the other teams. Four nights in Edmonton. Tim packing pillows. Our most handsome listeners agree with Tim's pillow take.(16:14-33:56) Electric Avenue. Just about a week away from some hot CFP action. Just 12 hours of football and gambling. Santa Claus came early for Dick Vitale. Best voices in each sport. Garbage Thursday Night Football game last night. 49ers had a guy that declined to go in the game and went to the locker room.(33:57-39:31) Art inspires art. Drops of the Week. How did Bif get Chairman's phone number. Chairman and DC Dime runnin' with the bulls in Spain? Audio of Mike Francesa putting himself on Mt. Rushmore. Jackson's got an edit. Classic Francesa audio on the Kansas City model.(39:32-50:53) How did Bif get Chairman's phone number. Chairman and DC Dime runnin' with the bulls in Spain? Audio of Mike Francesa putting himself on Mt. Rushmore. Jackson's got an edit. Classic Francesa audio on the Kansas City model. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-16:13) Robert Thomas joins us. Coming back from the Western Canadian swing and getting put to the test at home. Sleep schedule. The team's expectations to win even when playing from behind. Bulletproof mindset. Macklin Celebrini. Chirpin' and chattin' with players on the other teams. Four nights in Edmonton. Tim packing pillows. Our most handsome listeners agree with Tim's pillow take. (16:14-33:56) Electric Avenue. Just about a week away from some hot CFP action. Just 12 hours of football and gambling. Santa Claus came early for Dick Vitale. Best voices in each sport. Garbage Thursday Night Football game last night. 49ers had a guy that declined to go in the game and went to the locker room. (33:57-39:31) Art inspires art. Drops of the Week. How did Bif get Chairman's phone number. Chairman and DC Dime runnin' with the bulls in Spain? Audio of Mike Francesa putting himself on Mt. Rushmore. Jackson's got an edit. Classic Francesa audio on the Kansas City model. (39:32-50:53) How did Bif get Chairman's phone number. Chairman and DC Dime runnin' with the bulls in Spain? Audio of Mike Francesa putting himself on Mt. Rushmore. Jackson's got an edit. Classic Francesa audio on the Kansas City model. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Kelly joins the show to talk about the Blues long Western Canadian road trip and what to expect tonight against Vancouver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Kelly joins the show to talk about the Blues long Western Canadian road trip and what to expect tonight against Vancouver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bernie Federko joins the show to talk about the Blues upcoming matchup with the Flames and his memories of Western Canadian road trips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bernie Federko joins the show to talk about the Blues upcoming matchup with the Flames and his memories of Western Canadian road trips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices