Best Why Is Civics Important Podcasts (2025)

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Balancing Energy and Environment: Insights from Award-Winning Filmmaker Matthew Embry 41:15

16h ago41:15

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Welcome to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Mathew Embry is the creator of Energy Creates, a platform promoting balanced discussions about Canada’s energy sector and its critical role in the global economy. He is also the founder of MS Hop…

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Kevin Halliday's Evolution: How Personal Challenges Led to New Opportunities 35:21

5d ago35:21

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Welcome to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Kevin Halliday is a 55-year-old transformation expert, speaker, and podcast host dedicated to inspiring individuals over 50 to excel in health, wealth, and mindset. After overcoming significant c…

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Progress or Political Theater? Factions Disagree on How to Clean Up San Francisco Street Conditions 29:31

11d ago29:31

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San Francisco's mayor and police department are facing praise and scorn for cracking down on homelessness and visible substance use amidst shelter and treatment bed shortages and jail overcrowding.By San Francisco Public Press

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E. 70. Farah's Fight: 13 months on remand 17:10

17d ago17:10

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Held on remand for 13 months, Farah Damji's story exposes the brutal reality of how Britain's legal system can become an instrument of violence against women. With no evidence beyond the claims of her former partner, Nigel Gould-Davies, Farah has been denied bail repeatedly despite battling stage three breast cancer and suffering from untreated PTS…

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E. 71 Theatre Behind Bars: How Synergy Theatre Project transforms lives 21:38

26d ago21:38

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Esther Baker is the Creative Director of Synergy Theatre Project, an organisation that uses theatre to transform the lives of prisoners and ex-prisoners across the criminal justice system. Through productions in and out of prison, training programmes, and creative projects, Synergy amplifies the voices of marginalised people in the justice system, …

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How Experiential Events Can Transform Corporate Culture and Boost Employee Engagement 29:41

26d ago29:41

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Welcome to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Kimberly Beaune is an award winning event producer, designer and serial collaborator. She is Event Storyteller & Owner of Creative Twist Inc. an award winning event planning and design firm which…

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E. 69 Do you believe in a fair trial? A testimony from Constance Marten on trial at the Old Bailey 10:48

1M ago10:48

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The right to a fair trial is the cornerstone of justice, but what happens when the systems designed to facilitate that right undermine it instead? This powerful episode of Rebel Justice takes listeners behind the scenes of Britain's prisoner transport system through the unflinching testimony of Constance Martin, a defendant currently facing retrial…

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Calgary Wild FC: Pioneering Women's Soccer and Community Empowerment in Alberta 33:24

1M ago33:24

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Welcome to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Farkhunda Muhtaj is an Afghan-Canadian professional footballer and social activist who bridges the worlds of sport, education, and humanitarianism. She captains the Afghanistan Women's National F…

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E. 68 Stepping Into Freedom: Soma Devi's Path from Teacher to Holistic Practitioner and Author 21:13

2M ago21:13

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Soma Devi's journey from teacher to spiritual practitioner and author exemplifies the profound transformation that's possible when we honor our authentic selves. On this episode of Rebel Justice, Maria from The View Magazine speaks with Soma about her debut novella "The White Dove" – a poignant story following a young Sikh girl named Simrat as she …

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The Importance of Financial Planning: Insights for Women and Families 30:44

2M ago30:44

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Welcome to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Susyn Wagner and Karen Routledge are integral members of the Wagner Investment Management Team at Wellington-Altus Private Wealth Inc., sharing a passion for business and family values. They spec…

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Journalists Are Fighting Back Against Investors Dismantling Newspapers Around the Country 29:31

2M ago29:31

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Join the San Francisco Public Press for a screening of “Stripped for Parts” in San Francisco on Thursday, March 13. Details and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/film-stripped-for-parts-american-journalism-on-the-brink-tickets-1250795746749 Website for the film: https://strippedforpartsfilm.com/Rick Goldsmith’s production company: https://kovno…

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Thousands Across Bay Area Are Mobilizing Against Mass Deportation 40:13

2M ago40:13

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San Francisco's immigrant communities are facing a crisis as the Trump administration threatens mass deportations. For four decades, San Francisco has been a refuge for immigrants seeking a better life and a battleground for justice when federal policies target vulnerable communities. Today, legal aid networks, rapid response teams, and mass protes…

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RE-RELEASE: Ukrainians in SF Are Anxious and Angry 29:43

2M ago29:43

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This week marks three years since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and the conflict shows no signs of ending. On the eve of this grim anniversary, Russia launched its largest drone attack yet, causing widespread destruction and civilian casualties. Days later, the U.S. voted against a U.N. resolution calling for Russia’s withdrawal. In this episode, w…

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Validating Emotions: Key Practices for Parents and Leaders to Support Sensitive Individuals 30:52

2M ago30:52

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Welcome to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Jessica Heil is a Registered Psychologist, and the owner of Inner Solutions, a private practice that specializes in DBT and trauma treatment. Jessica is certified in DBT through the DBT-Linehan B…

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Rethinking Employment: How to Support Individuals with Disabilities in the Workplace 34:32

3M ago34:32

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Welcome to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Matt Ashdown serves as the Director of Mission Impact at Goodwill Industries of Alberta, where he drives initiatives to build inclusive communities and create meaningful employment opportunities …

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The Future of Business: Integrating AI Solutions for Effective Sales and Marketing 42:04

3M ago42:04

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Welcome to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Tyler Fikowski grew up surrounded by entrepreneurs with his family owning the Saskatchewan River Crossing near the Columbia Icefields. A family of business owners helped foster his passion for bu…

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A New Aggressive Anti-Abortion Group Was Founded in San Francisco 30:05

4M ago30:05

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Ever since the Supreme Court reversed Roe v. Wade, emboldened anti-abortion activists have used increasingly aggressive efforts to shut down abortion access in San Francisco. In October, an anti-abortion crusader entered the local Planned Parenthood brandishing a gun. And a new anti-abortion movement that launched in San Francisco is gaining popula…

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Bridging Gaps: How WeCan Helps Immigrant Women Entrepreneurs Thrive in Calgary 36:25

4M ago36:25

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Welcome to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Zulfira Pulotova is a Business Owner/CEO at Connect Local & Global Inc. - a management consulting agency. Zulfira is also a community builder leading WeCan (Women Entrepreneurs of Canada Network)…

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Thank you for listening 2024 2:49

5M ago2:49

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Thank you for listening. To support this work, visit: https://www.sfpublicpress.org/donate/By Lila LaHood, Liana Wilcox

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Embrace Imperfection: A Guide to Lasting Relationships 32:34

5M ago32:34

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Welcome back to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Gulnara Omar is a licensed clinical psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, inspiring speaker, and international empowerment coach. She has a proven track record of success, having helped thousands…

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LGBTQ Latin Americans Offer Safety From Hostile Substance Use Recovery Groups 39:10

5M ago39:10

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LGBTQ Latin Americans come to San Francisco seeking relief from oppression and hostility. But when they join substance use disorder support groups, many encounter scorn — especially if they’re transgender. When one San Francisco couple heard that transgender Latin Americans were facing hostility in peer support groups, they formed their own. Now LG…

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Empowering Immigrant Lawyers: Charles Osuji's Guide to Thriving in Canada 39:58

5M ago39:58

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Welcome back to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Dr. Charles Osuji (Hon. D.) is a multi-award-winning lawyer and the CEO of Calgary’s Osuji & Smith Lawyers. He was chosen as one of Calgary’s Top 40 Under 40 and one of the top 25 Most Influ…

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Why the Navy Conducted Radiation Experiments on Humans - Exposed episode 2 32:28

5M ago32:28

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The Navy conducted radiation experiments on humans at San Francisco's Hunters Point Naval Shipyard, turning hundreds of servicemen and shipyard workers into unwitting “volunteers” for Cold War scientists’ biology and safety research. Check out the full series at https://sfpublicpress.org/exposedBy Mel Baker, Rebecca Bowe

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A Community of Color Contends With the Navy’s Toxic Legacy - Exposed episode 1 37:42

5M ago37:42

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Decades after the Navy closed a Cold War radiation research lab at San Francisco's Hunters Point Naval Shipyard, the mess isn't completely cleaned up. Neighbors in Bayview-Hunters Point are demanding accountability for the toxic legacy amid charges of environmental racism. Check out the full series at https://sfpublicpress.org/exposed…

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Special Civic episodes coming Monday 2:18

6M ago2:18

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Watch for a special investigative 2 episode podcast dropping Monday, November 25th.By Lila LaHood

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The 8 Steps to Crafting Your Dream Business Plan 40:57

6M ago40:57

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Welcome back to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Randy McCord is the founder of National Best Financial Network, an independent Life Insurance brokerage, headquartered in Calgary. Randy and his National Best Team are specialists at protect…

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Latinx in SF Use Tech for Post-COVID Trauma Recovery 31:44

6M ago31:44

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During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, San Francisco’s Latinx residents experienced higher rates of infection and deaths, and greater losses of income and homes compared with other ethnic groups. Widespread depression and anxiety resulting from the trauma led to a grassroots effort to heal the community. That’s when a UCSF psychiatrist asked t…

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Overcoming Social Anxiety: Tips for Authentic Relationships 42:14

6M ago42:14

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Welcome back to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Richard Lee-Thai is the Founder of Excuses to Connect, a business whose mission is to create a world without loneliness by empowering individuals and organizations to make meaningful connect…

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Should SF’s Great Highway Be a Park or a Roadway? 37:32

6M ago37:32

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San Francisco’s proposition K is the most heated issue in this year’s local election. It asks whether the city should close a segment of the Great Highway, a coastal thoroughfare, to car traffic, so it could later become a park. Residents are divided: some welcome the idea of a park for families and community gatherings, while others worry that it …

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Proposition G: Making Housing Truly Affordable for Seniors in San Francisco 25:58

6M ago25:58

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Affordable housing is too expensive for many in San Francisco, leaving people in untenable living situations: rentals they can’t afford, overcrowded single room occupancy hotels, or tents on the street. Proposition G tries to combat that issue by proposing the creation of a fund to subsidize 550 to 600 units of affordable housing for extremely low …

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Bonus: San Francisco Propositions November 2024 25:22

7M ago25:22

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In the November, 2024 election San Francisco voters are being asked to decide whether to approve a wide range of issues in the form of 15 local ballot propositions, including ones on a major overhaul of the city’s commission system, bond measures and other program funding, changes to the business tax system, and incentives to bolster the ranks of p…

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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Join Calgary's aspiHer Movement 39:41

7M ago39:41

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Welcome back to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Milena Radakovic is President and Chief Visionary of Nexus Exhibits, Western Canada's one-stop shop for complete turnkey visual branding services. Aside from being an accomplished entreprene…

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Commission Impossible: San Francisco Governance on the Ballot 35:08

7M ago35:08

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San Francisco commission reform is on the November 2024 ballot. If either Proposition D or E passes, they will change the city’s commissions in different ways, which have had a vital role in how the combined city and county of San Francisco has been governed since 1898. Civic speaks to John Monson, the co-author of a civil grand jury report “Commis…

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Overdose Prevention Centers Save Lives, But Is SF Listening? 29:50

7M ago29:50

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There’s a glimmer of hope in San Francisco’s overdose crisis as the rate at which people are dying appears to be slowing down. But the city’s health director warned the public that the death rate may not have peaked yet. Meanwhile, health and city officials who once advocated for a place where people could safely consume substances in case of overd…

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Unlock Unique Spaces: The Power of Custom Furniture 29:59

7M ago29:59

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Welcome back to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city. Our guest is Karissa Shemonichek. Karissa is deeply passionate about building strong connections and understanding your needs and dreams. Bringing mindfulness, compassion, and integrity to t…

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Fighting Secrecy in Local Government 30:01

7M ago30:01

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Decisions by local and state governments have major impacts on our daily lives. But as transparency about those decisions decreases, and underfunded newsrooms struggle to get answers, many affected citizens are taking matters into their own hands. San Francisco Public Press Executive Director Lila LaHood spoke with award-winning journalist Miranda …

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Building Community Through Business: Pat Ottman's Vision 32:43

7M ago32:43

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Welcome back to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city. Today, our guest is Pat Ottmann, a seasoned publisher and the force behind the Business In Calgary magazine, to discuss his remarkable journey and the unique advantages that Calgary offers t…

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Transform Your Business: Essential Coaching Strategies Unveiled 35:58

8M ago35:58

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Welcome to another episode of the Back to Business Podcast, where we connect with Calgary's industry leaders. Today, we sit down with Edward Callaway from Sonic Coaching Partners to explore essential principles for business development and growth. Bringing 20+ years’ experience coaching and developing diverse teams, Edward has a passion for helping…

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Transforming Calgary Through Community Service 30:05

8M ago30:05

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Welcome back to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight a thought-provoking conversation with Mike Shaikh, a recipient of the prestigious Order of Canada. Mike discusses the importance of community service, diversity, equity, and inclusion in business, and how each of us can contribute to making our neighborhoods safer and more connected. …

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Mastering Intergenerational Workplace Dynamics: Bridging the Gap 36:35

9M ago36:35

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Leah Fink is a reputable figure in the realm of workplace mental health and employee well-being. With a robust background in social work, complemented by extensive experience in addiction and mental health, Leah brings a practical and informed perspective to the table. Hailing from Calgary, she holds a comprehensive understanding of the local busin…

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Pivoting from Petroleum to EV: How One Engineer is Revolutionizing Roadside Assistance 35:56

10M ago35:56

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Temi Okesanya, a petroleum engineering master's graduate from the University of Alberta, shared his inspiring career journey on the Back to Business: Calgary podcast. His path in the oil and gas industry took unexpected turns, from technical roles to product management, all fueled by the power of networking. Temi's entrepreneurial drive was ignited…

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Creating Inclusive Communities: Supporting Immigrants' Mental Health Needs 28:48

10M ago28:48

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Sherri Shergill, a Calgary native, is a licensed therapist with a background in communications and a master's in clinical psychology. Her dedication to supporting vulnerable populations and racialized communities has earned her recognition, including a top 40 under 40 honor. Sherri's experience extends beyond Canadian borders, having worked on ment…

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Collaborating for Change: Innovative Ways Businesses Can Support the Calgary Food Bank 29:07

11M ago29:07

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Melissa From serves as the President and CEO of the Calgary Petroleum Club Bank, boasting a robust 20-year tenure in the nonprofit sector. Her career encompasses the establishment and expansion of the International Justice Mission, a startup nonprofit that has since flourished into a multi-million dollar organization dedicated to rescuing victims o…

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Developing an Eye for Opportunity: Turning Photography into a Thriving Business 38:18

11M ago38:18

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Cedna Todorovic, an accomplished and renowned photographer, has embarked on a fascinating journey from the corporate realm to entrepreneurial success. With two decades of experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain management, project services, and business process improvement, Cedna's transition into a full-time photographer and the founder of …

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Future Proofing Careers: Helping Students and Small Businesses Adapt and Thrive 30:59

11M ago30:59

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D'Andre Wilson-Ihejirika, a former engineer with a passion for education and mentorship, has made significant strides in bridging the gap between academia and industry. Her involvement in engineering outreach and the establishment of a nonprofit aimed at promoting STEM fields showcases her dedication to engaging youth in entrepreneurship and techno…

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Stampeding into the Community: How the Calgary Stampeders Impact Local Charities 24:07

12M ago24:07

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Jay McNeil, a former player for the Calgary Stampeders and the current President, brings a wealth of firsthand experience to the discussion of the team's impact on the local community. With an extensive background in both on-field performance and administrative leadership, Jay offers a unique perspective on the Calgary Stampeders' role in shaping t…

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Young Leader Drives Calgary's Construction Comeback 35:47

1y ago35:47

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Kate Briscoe, a proud Calgarian with a civil engineering background, brings a fresh and practical approach to commercial real estate and construction project management. Her hands-on experience on construction sites in Calgary has fueled her passion for the industry's tangible nature. As a pivotal figure in M3's journey, she has played a crucial ro…

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Building Loyalty and Value: Strategies to Enhance Customer Retention 31:50

1y ago31:50

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Laureen Regan, the founder of Boom Group, brings a wealth of experience and expertise in building loyalty and engagement within business strategies. With a background in creating successful member rewards platforms, Laureen's insights into the benefits of such platforms and their impact on customer retention are invaluable for small business owners…

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Is San Francisco a Sanctuary When You Don’t Have Housing? 34:31

1y ago34:31

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Increases in the number of migrants arriving in San Francisco have stress-tested the city’s shelter system, revealing the dire need for more housing and support for families. We talk to migrant parents driven out of their homes by violence and political upheaval about navigating San Francisco’s homeless response system and its impacts on their fami…

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Unheard: The Plight of Maya Struggling with Addiction in SF 39:07

1y ago39:07

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The impact of the COVID 19 pandemic led to a rise in fatal overdoses among the tens of thousands of Indigenous Maya living in the Bay area. That alarmed Latinx advocates and officials at the Mexican consulate in San Francisco. Indigenous Latin Americans are categorized as Latinx even though many speak limited Spanish. That means vital information, …

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