Growler Hour Experiment 32 with Mary Ellen Turpel Lafonde

 
You got to love someone who is paid to give the Government shit and this lady takes to task the politicians and bureaucrats of BC very well. Growing up in rural Canada, Mary Ellen soon found herself attending the most prestigious law schools in the world and kicking ass on behalf of the less fortunate. Great Listen. Enjoy and Stay Tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 31 with Dale Olsen

This show is with a guy who really cares about the way we look and I can tell you he looked better than me for the interview. Dale Olsen of http://www.outlooksformen.com/ fame was kind enough to sit down and share with us his journey around the world and keeping Victorians looking good 1 item at a time. Thanks to Love Peace and Joy for supporting us here and enjoy and stay tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 30 with Stephanie Ostler

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We had Stephanie Ostler from http://www.devil-may-wear.ca/ in the studio for a good chat about growing up working and trying to fill your moments with stimulating experiences. From rock and roll to knickers it makes for a good story. Thanks to love peace and joy and Market Square in Victoria. Enjoy and Stay Tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 29 with Brad Julicher

Guys gotta shave and sometimes it sucks. We got the owner of http://www.thecopperhat.ca/ , Brad Julicher, in to the studio to share how he got from rural Saskatchewan to Victoria 1 brush at a time. Like to thank our sponsors Love, Peace and Joy as well as Anthem Properties for supporting the cause. Enjoy and Stay Tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 28 with Adrien Sala

It was an honour for this wannabe "podcaster" to speak to a local guy with national chops on the radio scene. Adrien Sala of CBC fame and author of "Cooking to Get Laid" came in to our new studio at Market Square in Victoria and talked about the flatlands of Manitoba, embracing island life and touring the seven seas before settling down to create a media empire. Thanks to our sponsors Love Peace and Joy as well as Market Square here in Victoria. Enjoy and Stay Tuned

Growler Hour Experiment 27 with Paul Rayman

When you think film producer, you think catsing couch, cocaine and tuxedos right? It turns out it is starting at the bottom, working 24 hour days, getting yelled at and starting again tommorrow. Paul Rayman, local film producer, welcomed us into his beautiful home for a quick chat about life and paving the way for the people following. Sorry for abrupt end but its a pro d day and this interviewer is a dad too. Thanks to our sponsors Love, Peace and Joy. Enjoy and Stay Tuned

Growler Hour Experiment 26 with Dr Maria Payne Boorman

Is there a doctor in the house? YES, Dr Maria Payne Boorman of the Hawthorne Clinic came into the studio and it was a healing experience all around. Great stories of believing in yourself and sticking to it hiccups and all. Enjoy and Stay Tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 25 with Gene Miller

Wow Listener, Show #25. This week we sat down with Gene Miller who started Victoria clutural icons like Open Space and Monday Magazine. From growing up in Manhatten, riding the rails in search of a cause to relaxing in a Victoria coffee shop, Gene recounts one heck of a life journey. Thanks to our spansors Love, Peace and Joy and Enjoy and Stay Tuned

Growler Hour Experiment 24 with Lisa Helps

We were lucky to get Victoria Councillor and local microlending executive Lisa Helps in the studio to chat about life east of the Rockies and finding her way to helping us out here on the west coast. Shout out to our sponsors Love, Peace and Joy for supporting us in our goals. Enjoy and Stay Tuned

Growler Hour Experiment 23 with Rob Reid

There is never enough time with these interviews to cover everything and this is no exception. Rob Reid has so much life experience that even at 1hr 15 mins we barely hit his run for mayor. Great to have Rob in and he shares some great stories including being on the ground floor with Forzani and Wilson, two greats in the sportswear world. Thanks to our sponsors Love, Peace and Joy and Enjoy and Stay Tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 22 with Stacy Kuiack

Stacy Kuiack is the Exec in Residence at the Gustavson School of Business right here at UVIC. He is also a great story teller and was happy to sit down and walk us through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship in this modern world. Thanks again to Love Peace and Joy our gold sponsors and Enjoy and Stay Tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 21 with Robert Howard

So this young upstart says he wants to be interviewed. I ask Robert Howard why a sophisticated capital city guy like me would want to interview some guy in hicksville, oh I mean Cranbrook. Whislt I cut the cheese, this guy cuts metal for FORD and a bunch of other people. And they looked for him. Good listening and thanks to LOVE PEACE and JOY, for being here for me and I promise they will be there for you too. Enjoy and Stay Tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 20 with Shane Devereaux

Like coffee, like looking cool, then you have probably been in this guys shop. Shane Devereaux of Habit Coffee came in for a chat and hello, who knew he was a car stereo salesman. Not you I bet until you listened to Growler Hour. We get it here first so you can just relax and listen. Thanks to Love Peace and Joy who have been wathcing over us every step of the way. Enjoy and Stay Tuned

Growler Hour Experiment 19 Dermot McCann

Our first near death experience and a second high school fight story. Dermot McCann shares stories of immigrating from Ireland and allowing creativity to touch every aspect of his life. Goto www.dermotmccann.com to see more and Enjoy and Stay Tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 18 with Frank Hudson

The executive director of Bike to Work Victoria, Frank Hudson, led us on an interesting journey. Self reliant at an early age, Frank's life has been dedicated to serving his fellow citizens and enjoying the ride along the way. Thanks for listening and enjoy and stay tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 17 with Mike Colwill

Five years ago if you had suggested a thriving community could be created in the heart of Fernwood people would have laughed. The impetus for change came in the form of a rejuvinated pub with a proactive group of owners led by Mike Colwill. He shares his story so far with us. Enjoy and stay tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 16 with Shaun Jamieson

Abe Books is a Victoria based internet market for, you guessed it, books. Shaun Jamieson works there and is CEO of fIllZ, their internet marketing enhancement tool. Great chat about dynamic hiring process's, being burned by your 2 year old and living life in #yyj. Enjoy and stay tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 15 with Jeff Hetherington

With three successful restaurant locations we felt lucky to get Jeff in for a chat. Topics included some Stag chat, getting focused on the golf course and of course running a successful fast food dynasty in the making. Thanks to our sponsors Love Peace and Joy and please stay tuned and enjoy.

Growler Hour Experiment 14 with Bill Jones

Listener, since our mandate is to strengthen community with honest conversation Bill Jones of Invis Mortgages decided to share some stories of growing up behind the tweed curtain, travelling the world and showing booze the door. Dr Feelgood of Love, Peace and Joy asked me to thank Bill for his honesty and hopes all of you can find strength in your network to be the best you can be. Enjoy and Stay Tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 13 with Ian Rye

So far the Growler Hour has been super blessed with good friends taking the time out of their busy day and this is no exception. Ian Rye the Director of Artistic Administration at Pacific Opera Victoria took some time to share his thoughts on life, love and focus with us. Please remember our sponsors Love, Peace and Joy and as always Stay Tuned and Enjoy.

Growler Hour Experiment 12 with Scott Aitchison

The grand PoohBah of The Oddfellows lodge in Victoria, Scott Aitchison hosted me on my first "location" show. He shares some stories about investing in yourself and others. Shout out to love peace and joy and enjoy and stay tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 11 with Calen McNeil

This was a no holds barred chat with local entreprenuer Calen McNeil of Zambris and Big Wheel Burger fame. ww.zambris.ca and www.bigwheelburger.com Some great stories about growing up in Terrace and walking the halls at night. A shout out to our sponsors Love, Peace and Joy and send comments to growlerhour@hotmail.com or follow us on twitter @29erRadio Enjoy and Stay Tuned

Growler Hour Experiment 10 with Rasool Rayani

Show ten already and today we were lucky enough to have a local kid done good sitting down with Eric. Rasool Rayani cracks the code for budding entreprenuers looking to sell their idea for millions. Comments welcome at growlerhour@hotmail.com. Please remember our sponsors Love Peace and Joy. Enjoy and stay tuned. an

Growler Hour Experiment 9 with Julia Stolk

Listener, we were blessed with the arrival of Julia Stolk to the show. Julia was just selected to sit on the host committee for the 2017 Toronto International Confederation of Midwives conference and as part of The Midwives Collective, Julia helps our newest Victorians come into this world. www.themidwivescollective.ca Enjoy and Stay Tuned

Growler Hour Experiment 8 with Teri Hustins

We were lucky enough to have Teri Hustins of Kaboodles and Oscar and Libbys sit down and share some thoughts on making it in retail in Victoria and doing for yourself and the community at the same time. www.kaboodles.com or www.oscarand libbys.com for her stuff and as always enjoy and stay tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 7 with Carollyne Yardley

Carollyne Yardley www.carollyne.com is a local artist who managed to tear herself away from the squirrels to spend a few minutes chatting about the journey from web design to portrait art in all its splendid forms. Comments to growlerhour@hotmail.com. Enjoy and stay tuned.

Growler Hour Experiment 6 with Andreas Hestler

Andreas Hestler was in the studio today. The former Olympian tells us of his bike bum days, the first big ride from vancouver to victoria and how his interest has broadened to showcasing all that BC has to offer to people on two wheels. Remember to support our sponsors Love Peace and dont forget Joy. Enjoy and stay tuned. growlerhour@hotmail.com

Growler Hour Experiment 5 with Pierre Iachetti

This episode we hear from Pierre Iachetti from Forest Ethics www.forestethics.org about family, forests and failing our environment at every fill up. Send comments to growlerhour@hotmail.com Enjoy and stay tuned.