The business of comedy and cocktails
Manitoba Inc Podcast
In our final episode of the 2025 season of the Manitoba Inc Podcast, we are providing a little comedic relief to what’s been a tumultuous year in the business world. From the local impact of the U.S. tariffs to the Manitoba fallout from the federal election, we’ve covered a lot of ground this season. For episode 10, we head to for an exclusive chat with Canadian comedian Graham Chittenden. In our interview we discuss Chittenden’s career, the unique ‘business’ of comedy and share a few laughs along the way. As well, we bring you another stop in everyone’s favourite segment,...
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How research is playing a role in nation-building projects like Port of Churchill
Manitoba Inc Podcast
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Beer, business and the Blue Can Challenge with Little Brown Jug's Kevin Selch
Manitoba Inc Podcast
It’s summertime in Peg City and we invite you to drink up this latest episode, featuring an interview with founder Kevin Selch. In a few short years, LBJ has become a leading brewery in Winnipeg and has recently expanded its footprint with a new taproom in Winnipeg Richardson International Airport. In this episode, we head down to LBJ's original location on William Avenue to chat with Selch about where he's taking the business next. The Manitoba Inc. podcast is your essential source for stories, information, and opinions affecting the business community, featuring interviews with the...
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Tim Hague Sr and Kevin Donnelly talk Team 81 Ride for Parkinson's
Manitoba Inc Podcast
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A good news tariff story? Chaeban finds a silver lining, Portage and Main re-opens to pedestrians, and what should we drink for the long weekend?
Manitoba Inc Podcast
We’re all a bit sick of the on-again, off-again tariff roller coaster coming from south of the border. But the reality is, the tariffs from the United States have had a hard hitting impact on many sectors in Manitoba. But there has been a silver lining for and . The buy Canadian push has been a boon for this small but growing business. In our latest Manitoba Inc Business Podcast episode, we sit down with co-owner and chief flavour expert Joseph Chaeban to discuss his success story in these uncertain economic times. Also in this episode, we take on the topic of Portage and Main re-opening to...
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DEI is good for the bottom line & Steve Young goes back to business school
Manitoba Inc Podcast
This episode of the Manitoba Inc. Podcast brings you a double dose of business wisdom. We first explore the topic of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), examining the Canadian perspective on recent pushback. Shreeraj Patel, co-founder of Seva Capital Canada Inc., joins us to discuss the data on how DEI drives profitability and innovation. The segment also includes an excerpt from a panel discussion at the QNET Back to the Future conference, featuring insights from Marty Maykut (Price Industries), Katie Hall Hursh (The Megill-Stephenson Company Limited), and Michelle Cameron (Dreamcatcher...
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What a minority Liberal government means for Manitoba businesses
Manitoba Inc Podcast
In our latest episode, we find out what a minority Liberal government will mean for Manitoba businesses. Mary Agnes Welch of Probe Research and Loren Rémillard of the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce weigh in on a wide variety of topics, including Trump tariffs, getting things done in a minority federal government and who some of the new faces in Manitoba will be. Join hosts Eleanor Coopsammy and Geoff Kirbyson for the latest Manitoba Inc. episode. Follow Manitoba Inc. on and visit us at . This episode is brought to you by - Wherever business takes...
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How Canadian chain restaurants with American names are managing the ‘buy Canadian’ surge
Manitoba Inc Podcast
Canadian-owned restaurants with American-sounding names are in a bit of a pickle these days, with Canadian pride on the rise due to Trump's tariffs. Think Boston Pizza, New York Fries and St. Louis Bar and Grill—all 100 per cent Canadian, but now they've got to figure out how to navigate the new "buy Canadian" push. In our latest episode, we talk to Jeff Swystun, author of Why Marketing Works, about how they can crack this tough nut. Then, we chat with Royal Nasager, VP of Marketing & Strategic Partnerships at Aegis Brands Inc., the parent company of St. Louis Bar and Grill, about the...
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The price of cars is about the rise thanks to tariffs and a new segment called What We're Drinking
Manitoba Inc Podcast
U.S. tariffs on Canadian products continue to dominate business news in Manitoba. On this episode, we dive into the auto sector with an exclusive interview with Steve Chipman, president & CEO of Birchwood Automotive Group, who provides a unique perspective on the pending rise in vehicle costs and how to navigate unpredictability in these unprecedented times. Then we head to Lake of the Woods Brewing Company’s taproom for our first installment of a regular segment we like to call: What We're Drinking. Join hosts Eleanor Coopsammy and Geoff Kirbyson for this new episode. This episode...
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Inaugural episode: How Manitoba is managing U.S. tariffs
Manitoba Inc Podcast
Time for tariff talk: The Manitoba Inc. Podcast launches with an important discussion on the impact of U.S. tariffs on Manitoba's economy. We hear from Ash Modha of Mondetta Clothing on how businesses are adapting, and Minister Terry Duguid shares insights into the federal government's response. Join hosts Eleanor Coopsammy and Geoff Kirbyson as we try to understand the potential repercussions of tariffs on Canada. This episode is brought to you by MNP - Wherever business takes you. Follow Manitoba Inc on and visit us at . Why did we launch a podcast? 1:56 Interview with Ash Modha: 6:16...
info_outlineIn our final episode of the 2025 season of the Manitoba Inc Podcast, we are providing a little comedic relief to what’s been a tumultuous year in the business world. From the local impact of the U.S. tariffs to the Manitoba fallout from the federal election, we’ve covered a lot of ground this season.
For episode 10, we head to Rumor’s Comedy Club for an exclusive chat with Canadian comedian Graham Chittenden. In our interview we discuss Chittenden’s career, the unique ‘business’ of comedy and share a few laughs along the way.
As well, we bring you another stop in everyone’s favourite segment, What are we drinking?, as we head to Patent 5, the popular craft distillery and cocktail bar in Winnipeg’s Exchange District. Leo Lu, Bar Manager at Patent 5 walks us through some tasty options for your friends, family and guests this holiday season, featuring crafty cocktails and merry mocktails!
From all of us at the Manitoba Inc Podcast, have a wonderful holiday season and we’ll be back with more new episodes in January 2026.
2:37: The business of comedy: Interview with Graham Chittenden, Canadian standup comedian and television writer.
14:33: What are we drinking segment with Patent 5's bar manager, Leo Lu.
This episode is proudly brought to you by MNP – wherever business takes you.
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