Chef Ben Kramer has been working in kitchens, and with food, his entire life. From humble beginnings washing dishes, to catering for thousands over his career, he lives and breathes healthy food. Chef Kramer has been a champion of local, sustainable ingredients for years, and has helped to change the way Western Canada approaches cuisine. I sat down with Chef Ben Kramer, to talk about the culinary arts, his devotion to quality sustainable ingredients, and his passion for helping people make heal...
Oct 01, 2019•52 min•Ep. 16
Tara Birtwhistle has danced at the pinnacle of professional ballet for most of her career. She joined the Royal Winnipeg Ballet in 1991, was made principal dancer in 2000, and has been Ballet Master for 11 years. She has represented the company and danced all over the world during her nearly 30-year career, including a performance for the Queen. Now the Associate Artistic Director of RWB, Tara has taken a more directorial and mentorship role, Tara is focusing on the next generation of dancers, a...
Sep 24, 2019•56 min•Ep. 15
I could talk to Dr. Ian Mauro for hours about climate change. He’s a uniquely equipped expert in the field, with decades of education, research, and first-hand experience on all aspects of the impending climate catastrophe. He is the Executive Director of the Prairie Climate Centre at the University of Winnipeg, a filmmaker, activist, and environmental and social scientist. I sat down with Ian, to talk about climate change, the role technology and media has to play, and trying to inspire a funda...
Sep 17, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 14
Jennifer Jones is a Canadian superstar and curling legend. Her list of accolades and championships is too long to name, reaching the pinnacle with an Olympic gold medal in 2014. Jennifer is humble, warm, driven, generous, and a quintessential Manitoban. I sat down with Jennifer, to talk about performing under pressure, dealing with personal and professional loss, honoring her late father, and what it means to be a champion. Show notes: 1:10 - Intro. "There's nothing like curling in Winnipeg." 3:...
Sep 10, 2019•38 min•Ep. 13
Mark Chipman is a quintessential Winnipegger. As the Executive Chairman of the Board of True North Sports + Entertainment and the Winnipeg Jets, he has devoted most of his professional life to giving back and helping improve the city where he was born and raised. Along with his wife Patti, Mark has played a major role with the True North Youth Foundation since its inception in 1996, consisting of three core programs, Camp Manitou, Project 11, and the Winnipeg Jets Hockey Academy. I sat down with...
Jul 09, 2019•57 min•Ep. 12
Lynn Skromeda has got to be the best person to talk to about the Winnipeg Folk Festival, as she’s been attending for nearly 40 years, basically grew up at the festival, and she also happens to be the Executive Director of Winnipeg Folk Fest as well. Although you really have to experience it firsthand to truly ‘get it’, Lynn’s love of the festival, of music, and of the community and artistic culture in general leaves her uniquely equipped to explain the Magic that is the Winnipeg Folk Fest. I sat...
Jul 02, 2019•52 min•Ep. 11
Cate Friesen loves telling stories. She’s been doing it her entire life, in nearly every career she’s had; from Singer/Songwriter, to producer with the CBC, Radio Documentarian, and especially now, as the driving force behind The Story Source. She’s been a key trainer in the Winnipeg Foundation’s Fast Pitch events for the last few years, and frequently works with businesses and non-profits to help them find and tell their stories, through facilitation and coaching. I sat down with Cate, to talk ...
Jun 25, 2019•51 min•Ep. 10
Ian McCausland has been a professional photographer for over 31 years. From studying photography in highschool to taking photos for thousands of clients, Ian is one of the best and most respected in the business. A lot can change in an industry in 3 decades, from developing photos in darkrooms to Polaroids to the digital revolution, Ian has been through it all. Aside from his career, he’s also a vocal proponent for positive change in the city. He ran for local office in 2016 and he’s been a part...
Jun 18, 2019•48 min•Ep. 9
Joan Blight has spent an entire career learning and understanding the importance of strategy in Philanthropy. As president, founder, and managing consultant at her consulting firm Strategic Philanthropy, Joan is one of the leading minds in the philanthropic sector and has an entire career in organizational support, guidance, and fund development across North America. Joan has many accolades and awards for her work with the charitable and non-profit sector, including the 2018 Manitoba Philanthrop...
Jun 11, 2019•43 min•Ep. 8
Bruce MacDonald has devoted his life and career to social good for over 30 years. Formerly the CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters Canada, Bruce has been working with all aspects of the philanthropic sector throughout his career. With Imagine Canada, Bruce works with non-profits and charities to help answer questions and inform the public about the sector through programming and partnerships across the country. I sat down with Bruce to talk about the role of philanthropy in society, trends and strat...
Jun 04, 2019•45 min•Ep. 7
Sister Lesley Sacouman has list of community accomplishments and accolades too long to name. She’s the founder of so many programs and organizations in Winnipeg - Holy Names House of Peace, Eagle’s Circle, and Roosbrook House to name just a few. She’s served on boards for many organizations as well, including Esther House, Anishinabe Oway-Ishi, and the Winnipeg Foundation. She also holds an Honorary Doctorate of Divinity from the University of Winnipeg. But she’s most well- known for her devotio...
May 28, 2019•51 min•Ep. 6
30 years is a long time. Steven Schipper took the reins of the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre as their Artistic Director back in 1989, and announced his retirement following the 2019 season. Steven is a thoughtful and measured man, and though we started talking about the legacy of Royal MTC under his leadership and how that evolved, the conversation eventually led to the value of art and artistry to society, and the power of theatre to change lives, and even the time he Directed Keanu Reeves back...
May 21, 2019•38 min•Ep. 5
Cynthia Drebot was one of the winners of the Winnipeg Foundation’s Fast Pitch 2018 competition, where she shared her story of losing her husband to cancer in just five short months. She has worked in the world of social services for nearly 25 years, and fought for social justice for pretty much her entire life. She is a leader in the not-for-profit sector and is currently Executive Director of the North End Women’s Centre in Winnipeg.
May 14, 2019•49 min•Ep. 4
Ace Burpee is a busy man. You can hear him on the radio nearly every morning and you can see him supporting various causes around the city nearly every night. He’s known for his work ethic and he’s known for supporting people and causes that need help. He’s been a staunch supporter and vocal proponent for Mental health since before it was even a part of the public lexicon.
May 07, 2019•48 min•Ep. 3
Kal Barteski is a philanthropist, author, activist, tactical urbanist, and artist, perhaps best known for her beautiful script as well as her incredible wildlife and polar bear paintings. Kal has been fighting for wildlife, sea ice, and environmental health for years and is an avid supporter of conservation through The Polar Bear Fund. The Fund advocates understanding, management, research, and ultimate conservation of the species.
Apr 30, 2019•42 min•Ep. 2
Scott Oake is an award-winning CBC broadcaster, host of After Hours on Hockey Night in Canada, and has covered 12 different Olympic Games. Scott’s oldest of two sons, Bruce Oake, passed away due to a heroin overdose in 2011. Scott, his wife Anne, and his other son Darcy, have been working toward honouring Bruce’s legacy through the Bruce Oake Foundation and in doing so, created the Bruce Oake Recovery Centre , a long-term addictions treatment centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba....
Apr 23, 2019•55 min•Ep. 1
A 1 minute trailer for BeCause & Effect, launching April 23, 2019.
Apr 16, 2019•1 min
