The Boiling Point Podcasts All Episodes
Boiling Point – Episode 130 – George Chmael II and Council Fire
Collaboration over Adversarial Relations Introducing George Chmael II and Council Fire It is always great to work in a collaborative environment but sometimes there is a belief that such environments cannot be achieved. So often instead of thinking of ways that...
Episode 129 – Ryan Honeyman and LIFT Economy
He Wrote the Book Introducing Ryan Honeyman and LIFT Economy With increasing interest in B-Corp companies, many are left wondering how to learn more about the craze and how they can get involved. To this purpose, this week we have Ryan Honeyman from LIFT Economy who...
Episode 128 – Karina LeBlanc and the Pond-Deshpande Centre
Inspiring a Region Introducing Karina LeBlanc and the Pond-Deshpande Centre We here at the Boiling Point Podcast spend a lot of time discussing triple bottom line businesses, but the question becomes where can I find out how to get involved in this emerging sector of...
Episode 127 – Brian Scudamore, 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, and O2E Brands
WTF – Willing to Fail Introducing Brian Scudamore, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? and O2E Brands Sometimes great businesses are developed out of necessity, like when you need to make enough extra cash to pay for college. This is the situation that this week’s Boiling Point guest,...
Episode 126 – JP Shoiry and Republik
Cutting Through the Noise Introducing JP Shoiry and Republik If you spend any time on social media it would seem that everyone is out there trying to deliver a message. For those of us who are on the web trying to market a product or a service it can be difficult to...
Triple Bottom Line Banking with Richard Vaillancourt
We hear about Richard Vaillancourt’s decision to merge his banking background with a triple bottom line approach through Omista Credit Union.
Episode 124 – Gene Fowler & Shawn Smith
Resiliency Rewarded Reintroducing Shawn Smith and Gene Fowler It has been said that nothing worth doing is easy. Resiliency is an important component of an entrepreneur’s toolkit but it also one of the hardest to maintain. Two former guests that have been able to show...
Episode 123 – Matt Forgie and Forfitness & Athletics
Get Moving Introducing Matt Forgie and Forfitness & Athletics Most of us have had that ache in the lower back and many come to the realization that it is probably time to see the chiropractor for a “crack”. However, maybe taking this reactionary stance to pain is...
Staying Sustainable in Today’s Music Industry with Dylan Berry
Change in Tempo Introducing Dylan Berry and Smash Haus Music Group One of the industries that have changed quite a bit over the last few decades is the music industry. No longer do we wait in lines at the local record store because for the most part all of these...
Episode 121 – Jim Kokocki and Toastmasters
Mass Communication Introducing Jim Kokocki and Toastmasters We all know that effective leaders need also to be effective communicators. However, public speaking can be one of the most prevalent fears out there. In fact, up to 75% of people have some degree of...
Episode 120 – Scott Williams & Jayne DeMerchant and Taylor Printing
Local First Introducing Jayne DeMerchant & Scott Williams and Taylor Printing We have all heard the expression, “buy local.” Many of us make the effort to go local and it often means a better quality product and sometimes means a few extra dollars. However, beyond...
Episode 119 – Joe Brewer and Evonomics
A Culture Designed for All Introducing Joe Brewer and Evonomics Looking back through history you could find many examples of capitalism running amuck. There are even recent examples of those with money and power abusing those with less. This week’s guest sees a...
You Can Be That Someone – John Harthorne and MassChallenge
You Can Be That Someone Introducing John Harthorne and MassChallenge Sometimes you could wait so long for someone else to solve a problem and not even realize that you could be that someone. This week’s Boiling Point guest, John Harthorne had the epiphany that he...
Episode 117 – Craig Pinhey
Tap into your Passion Introducing Craig Pinhey, The Beer and Wine Guy The best type of hobby is one you can turn into a job. That is exactly what Craig Pinhey did with his love of beer, wine, and spirits. Craig is a trained engineer but his passion was wine and...
Caroline Duell and All Good Products
Listen Now We hear how Caroline went from being a rock-climbing instructor and massage therapist to a balm entrepreneur. Caroline tells us where the name for All Good Products came from. She tells us about her reluctance about entering the business world. We learn...
Episode 115 – Paul French and Innovation and Tech Today
The Future is Coming Introducing Paul French and Innovation & Technology Today Thomas Fuller once said, “He that fears not the future may enjoy the present.” Though we may be uneasy about where the advances of technology will take us, the future is coming and it...
Episode 114 – Steve Goddard and Resilia Medical Solutions
A Solution for Every Challenge Introducing Steve Goddard and Resilia Medical Solutions Everyone remembers having an unfortunate urinary accident when they were young. Not only is it uncomfortable, but also embarrassing. Most of us grow past these challenges as we...
Can a B-Corp Become “Best for the World” Through Doing Good in Business? Learn What’s Possible with Bryan Welch
Learn Bryan’s motivation for starting a media company focusing on businesses doing good in the world and Bryan’s creation of the “Best for the World” list.
Aaron Emery Thinks the Atlantic Region is Ripe For New Business
Aaron talks ‘For the Region’ and how Atlantic Canada is ripe for new business.
Episode 111 – Cory Richardson and Hanging Hugs
Building Community One Hanging Hug at a Time Introducing Cory Richardson of Hanging Hugs Cory Richardson is an individual who has spent his life spreading love and community. Whether teaching hula hooping to children, or taking the time to help the people of Uganda,...
Episode 110 – Christina Smith of the Redwoods Group
Taking a Stand Introducing Christina Smith of The Redwoods Group Sometimes the course of events in life offers you an opportunity to take a stand for what is right and just. This week’s Boiling Point guest knows all about this. Christina Smith is a consultant with the...
Episode 109 – Sean Dunbar and Picaroons Traditional Ales
The Chief Spiritual Advisor Introducing Sean Dunbar and Picaroons Traditional Ales Sean Dunbar has a great gig; he brews, drinks, and talks about beer for a living. More than that though, Sean is the owner of Picaroons Traditional Ales and he has been a catalyst and...
Episode 108 – Stephen Kopp & Monica Adair of Acre Architects
Crafting the Life you want to Create Introducing Stephen Kopp & Monica Adair of Acre Architects As Stephen Kopp and Monica Adair could tell you, architecture isn’t only about designing buildings or spaces. Just as importantly, architecture is designing lives and...
Boiling Point – Episode 107 – Flo Devellennes and HitchPlanet
Hitch a Ride Introducing Flo Devellennes and HitchPlanet Entrepreneurship is all about having an experience that spurs an idea, which can lead to a business. This was the exact series of events that happened to this week’s guest, Flo Devellennes. Flo moved to Canada...