Podcast

In this episode of Business Insights my guest Kim Rudd and I discuss how she was able to start her adventure into entrepreneurship through a form of job sharing. A big part of Kim’s business and personal growth came from the decision to make advocacy a part of her business foundation. We were able to…

In this episode, Mike and I discuss how he was introduced to music and how the impact from a high school teacher help set Mike up for his future. We uncover how difficult it is to make a career in the music business and how Mike and his wife have set up several different ventures…

In this episode my  95 year old grandfather, Gordon Woods tell us a few stories of his time on the HMCS Fennel during World War 2. Please check out the ships Wikipedia page here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HMCS_Fennel Bump as he is know affectionately by our family, bravely crossed the North Atlantic many times during the war protecting…

Kendra Simmons of Antiques on Queen located in downtown Port Hope. Kendra’s story includes her decision to locate in Port Hope, her education, and her wonderful employees and much more! Episode 8: Kendra Simmons

Pet Chiropractor Dr. Katy Spiewak, owner of PetChiro.ca in Northumberland County Katy’s story includes her love of animals, her introduction to chiropractic work, her education, starting her business, treating different kinds of animals, juggling family and a business, and much more! Episode 7: Katy Spiewak Enjoy the Show!

Stacy Vermeire, realtor with Stacy Vermeire RE/MAX Lakeshore Realty Inc. Brokerage in Cobourg, Ontario. Stacy’s story includes balancing her education with motherhood, her introduction to the real estate business, mentorship, growing her business, making yourself referable, working with her Mom, family and much more! Episode 6: Stacy Vermeire Enjoy the Show!

Episode 5 of Business Insights w/ John Racine features Bill Patchett, local philanthropist and grocery store entrepreneur in Cobourg, Ontario. To listen to the podcast, please follow the link below: Episode 5: Bill Patchett Enjoy the show!

Episode 4 of Business Insights w/ John Racine features Blake Holton, co-owner of Holton Flowers in Port Hope, Ontario. To listen to the podcast, please follow the link below: Episode 4: Blake Holton Enjoy the show!

Episode 3 of Business Insights w/ John Racine features Hank Vandermeer, owner of Vandermeer Toyota in Cobourg, Ontario. I would like to especially highlight Hank’s business advice during the 3rd segment of this interview as it is very valuable for entrepreneurs. To listen to the podcast, please follow the link below: Episode 3: Hank Vandermeer…

Episode 2 of Business Insights w/ John Racine features Giorgos Kallonakis, owner-operator of Olympus Burger in Port Hope, Ontario. To listen to the podcast, please follow the link below: Episode 2: Giorgos Kallonakis Enjoy the show!