On The Edge With Rob Driscoll

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An edgy podcast that introduces you to Canada's most compelling business leaders, hosted by Rob Driscoll.

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Episodes

Gerald Panneton

Rob Driscoll goes one-on-one with Canadian gold-mining legend Gerald Panneton, who recently took the helm of Gold Terra Resource Corp.

Jan 24, 2025•28 min•Season 2Ep. 9

Jim Payne

Jim Payne, CEO and Chairman of dynaCERT, discusses how perseverance was the key to success in a career highlighted by the creation of a fuel catalyst that is a “global solution to reduce pollution.”

Nov 05, 2024•29 min•Season 2Ep. 8

The Business of Film with Cameron Bailey

Cameron Bailey, CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival, has a mission to change the way people see the world through film. He discusses the massive economic impact the event brings each year and their contribution to society. We also spoke to him about the effects of the current actors’ strike and other challenges in the industry. TIFF is the largest film festival in the world, attracting over 480,000 attendees annually, and with 600,000 this year. The upcoming festival marks the 26th ye...

Sep 07, 2023•21 min

David Richardson

Will that bubble ever burst? Vancouver’s real estate prices had a brief dip but are climbing again, and bidding wars are back. Kelly Ryan chats with veteran real estate agent David Richardson about the wild, wild West – and when buyers might see relief (can you say never?). David also talks about the new players in the game, and how they’re upping the ante. That’s all in this episode of On The Edge. For more on the residential real estate market, check out the latest edition of Business Edge New...

Jun 30, 2023•16 min

Arlene Dickinson

This Dragon may not breathe fire, but it’s still easy to warm up her. Arlene Dickinson, long-time investor and entrepreneur from TV’s Dragons’ Den, sits down with podcast hosts Rob Driscoll and Kelly Ryan to discuss her biggest venture yet. Arlene also talks about the risks facing mainstream media, impacts of the pandemic, and why “men need to get over themselves.” That’s all in this episode of On the Edge with Rob and Kelly. So sit back and have a listen. You can also read the full interview at...

Jun 29, 2023•33 min

Desmond O'Kell

Innovation in the energy services sector – Enterprise Group Inc. takes efficiency and sustainability to new levels at drill sites. In this episode of On the Edge, our guest is Desmond O’Kell, Senior VP of Enterprise Group. He explains how his company brings everything from generators to medical facilities to Canada’s oil and gas work sites. Des also talks about fighting the villainous portrayal of oil and gas, the reality of the green energy revolution, and why Enterprise Group is a ‘buy’ on the...

May 19, 2023•25 min

Claudia Tornquist

Kodiak Copper Corp. CEO Claudia Tornquist shares her story with Rob and Kelly. Read the article on Business Edge: POLO-PLAYING ENGINEER EXCELS HOLDING REINS OF MINING JUNIOR

Jan 20, 2023•19 min

Tareq Hadhad

Tareq Hadhad, the CEO of Peace by Chocolate, shares an amazing story of an immigrant family’s resilience and the people of Antigonish that adopted the Hadhads and their vision. Read the article on Business Edge: CEO HAS A SWEET RECIPE FOR SUCCESS – AND PEACE

Nov 14, 2022•37 min

Anthony Shim

Anthony Shim's film Riceboy Sleeps won the Platform Prize at TIFF this year as the finest example of bold directorial vision. Read the entire article on Business Edge: DIRECTOR CLAIMS TIFF PRIZE WITH TALE OF KOREAN MOTHER’S CHALLENGING LIFE IN VANCOUVER

Nov 08, 2022•23 min

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