Afternoon Pint

Traffic, housing, and taxes are not separate problems. They are one big system, and once you see the wiring, you cannot unsee it. Over beers, we sit down at Quinns Arm Pubwith journalist Matt Stickland, a former Navy tech who has spent years watching Halifax city hall up close, to unpack why municipal politics quietly shapes your daily life more than any other level of government. We talk about how council decisions steer the physical city through zoning, right of way, and service planning, then dig into what that means for housing affordability in Halifax. Matt explains the logic behind the Centre Plan and why “more housing” only helps if we build it where services already exist. We also get into the uncomfortable incentives around property taxes and housing as an investment asset, plus why some neighbourhoods cost the city more than they generate. From there, we shift into transportation and road safety. You will hear why congestion is exponential, why a small mode shift can have outsized impact, and why bus lanes can actually be a smart “efficient tax spending” move. We cover scramble crossings, driver risk, the real cost of car ownership, and how e-bikes and shared micromobility can change what it feels like to move through Halifax. If you care about Halifax municipal politics, urban planning, transit, bike lanes, road safety, zoning reform, or housing policy, this one will give you new language and better questions to ask. Subscribe, share this with a friend who is stuck in traffic, and leave a review with the one change you would make first.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Something is off when a government can win a “supermajority” while millions of Canadians stay home. We’re joined by Joanne Roberts, author of *Storm The Ballot Box: An Insider’s Guide to a Voting Revolution*, to dig into what low voter turnout really means for Canadian democracy and why people stop believing their vote counts. We talk candidly about what she learned on the inside as a candidate, how parties use data to chase reliable voters, and why that strategy can quietly shrink democracy to a handful of swing ridings. We also break down the mechanics that shape everything: first past the post, the promise and politics of proportional representation, and the uncomfortable reality that many ballots translate into zero representation. Joanne walks us through why local riding connection still matters, how minority governments and coalitions have delivered some of Canada’s biggest social programmes, and why floor-crossing can feel like voters lose their voice overnight. Then we go where the incentives live: party funding and money influence. From the end of the federal per-vote subsidy to the way access can track with donations, we connect electoral rules to public cynicism. We finish with a forward-looking idea that sparks real debate: lowering the voting age to 16 with mandatory civics, plus how AI and misinformation may change how young voters call out political nonsense. If you want smarter conversations about electoral reform, voter engagement, and how to make every Canadian voice heard, hit play, share the episode, and leave a review. What’s one change that would make you more likely to vote next time?Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Fresh salmon can have around 14 days of shelf life if the cold chain stays perfect. The problem is real life is never perfect, and one small temperature slip can turn premium seafood into waste. We’re joined by Mina Mekhail from Dartmouth-based Fresher Technologies, an EY Entrepreneur of the Year, to dig into what “freshness” actually means, why bacteria accelerates with heat, and how packaging can quietly make or break food quality.Mina walks us through his unlikely path from biomedical engineering and biomaterials research to building a smart packaging company focused on fresh proteins. The big insight is not just technical, it’s commercial: extending shelf life only works if the market wants the solution. You’ll hear how customer discovery pushed him to pivot away from low-margin produce, move into high-value seafood, and then pivot again when processors rejected anything sprayed directly on fish because of additive and labelling concerns.Tune in to get the inside scoop on how the technology works. We also talk about the B2B reality of adoption cost, plug-and-play integration on existing packaging lines, protecting a moat with patents and trade secrets, scaling a global business from Halifax, and what it means to partner with Mitsubishi Chemical in Japan for premium markets like wagyu beef. Mina even shares how he evaluates AI at work with clear KPIs, plus the medical potential he’s deliberately not chasing yet so the company can stay focused.Subscribe, share this with someone who cares about food waste reduction and sustainable packaging, and leave a review if you want more founder deep dives like this. What part of the food supply chain do you think wastes the most time and money?Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Halifax is growing fast — and Mayor Andy Fillmore says the real danger is not growth itself, but being unprepared for it.In this episode of Afternoon Pint, we sit down with Mayor Fillmore at City Hall following his State of the Municipality address to talk about what comes next for Halifax and the wider HRM. We dig into the pressure points residents are already feeling: housing costs, congestion, infrastructure delays, Halifax Water, suburban growth, affordability, and whether City Hall is moving quickly enough to meet the moment.The Mayor lays out why major national defence investment could bring another wave of economic growth to Halifax, including the possibility of the city becoming home port for Canada’s future submarine fleet. But with that opportunity comes a hard question: can we build the housing, transit, water systems, and public trust needed to make growth work for everyone — not just the downtown core?This is a candid, long-form conversation about the future of Halifax: what we’ve done well, where the systems are struggling, and why the next few years may define the city for decades.And because it’s still Afternoon Pint, we wrap things up with a round of “Around Halifax,” testing the Mayor on local landmarks, communities, food spots, history, and one very famous turtle.A thoughtful, honest, and fun conversation about the city we love — and the choices we need to make before the next boom arrives.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Cancer research can feel like a distant world of microscopes and jargon, but the stakes are painfully everyday: can we help people live longer, feel better, and suffer less while they’re in treatment? We’re joined by Halifax-based immunology PhD Jeanette Boudreau from Dalhousie University to unpack what’s changing right now in cancer immunotherapy, especially in blood cancers, and why “hope” is starting to look a lot like hard evidence.We talk about the invisible costs of cancer care in Canada, from travel and missed work to the way treatment can take over family life. Jeanette explains why quality of life needs to sit beside overall survival when we judge success, and how patient partners are pushing labs to solve real problems instead of chasing shiny headlines. Then we get into the science: how cancer is a rogue version of our own cells, why that makes it hard for the immune system to spot, and how therapies like CAR T cell treatment can re-arm immune cells to hunt cancer for years.From there, we zoom out to the future: building advanced therapies closer to home with new cell-processing tech, using AI and data science for precision medicine, and creating tumour “avatars” to test options before exposing a patient to toxic side effects. We also tackle prevention and risk, including smoking, UV, alcohol, and radon exposure, plus why diverse blood donation matters for biobanks, transplant matching, and cancer research that works for everybody.Subscribe for more conversations that make complex science human, share this with someone who cares about better cancer treatment in Canada, and leave a review to help more listeners find the show.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Former NDP Nova Scotia premier Darrell Dexter walks us through what it’s like to govern when the economy melts down, revenues disappear, and voters still expect big change on a small budget. He’s candid about how fast a government can go from popular to punished, and why that doesn’t automatically mean the work failed. We get into the real mechanics of “transformational” government versus “transactional” government, using Nova Scotia examples that still shape daily life: the Irving shipbuilding contract, the fight to keep Port Hawkesbury Paper running, and policy choices that aim for durable benefits instead of quick wins. Dexter also breaks down healthcare reforms like collaborative emergency centres, plus what COVID-19 taught him about crisis communication, public trust, and the hard tradeoffs leaders make when nobody has perfect information. The conversation turns to what’s driving anger right now: cost of living, wage pressure, housing, and food prices. Dexter explains why targeted tax credits and a controversial HST move were designed as practical income support, then takes on the energy debates that never die in Nova Scotia politics: fracking, uranium, renewables, Muskrat Falls, tidal power, and the question of whether public ownership of the utility is realistic. He ends with a strong case for university research and the humanities as the foundation for better leadership. If you care about Nova Scotia politics, Canadian public policy, energy policy, and what actually counts as a government legacy, you’ll want this one in your feed. Subscribe, share with a friend who loves politics, and leave a review, then tell us: what decision do you think Nova Scotia will judge differently 10 years from now?Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

You can learn a lot about high performance by listening to someone who lives in the details, and Christina Black lives there. Over pints at Jungle Jim’s, we talk with the Nova Scotia skip about how an eight-year-old in Sydney goes from watching the Scotties on TV to hearing an arena roar at the Olympic Trials in Halifax, and what that kind of pressure feels like when it’s finally real.We get into the parts of curling casual fans miss: why the game is closer to chess than most sports, how a skip balances analytics with instinct, and how one mistake can open the door to a three with the five rock rule in play. Christina breaks down film study, opponent scouting, and endgame decision-making, including how teams think about hammer, forcing, and when to protect against the “hero shot” that can swing an entire match.Team chemistry is a full storyline too. Christina explains how Team Black formed, what it took to recruit longtime rival Jill Brothers, and why the right mix of roles, communication, and energy can matter as much as pure shot-making. We also talk about the World Curling Tour, bonspiels, ranking points, and where to find streams and schedules if you want more curling in your life than just the Olympics.If you care about Canadian curling, the Scotties Tournament of Hearts, Olympic Trials, or simply how elite competitors keep their heads clear, this one delivers. Subscribe, share this with a curling fan, and leave a review with the biggest takeaway you’re stealing for your own game or your own life.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

A must listen episode to gain perspective on Canada's Immigration Crisis. Two young men from India sit down with us and tell a story we can’t shake. They came to Nova Scotia with a plan, followed the rules, studied hard, built careers, paid taxes, and still may be forced to leave Canada because the rules changed while they were already here. We keep their identities private for their protection, but we don’t soften what they’re living through: sleepless nights, shrinking timelines, and the feeling of building a life with an expiry date.We talk about the real cost of the “international student to permanent residency” pathway in Nova Scotia, from $45,000 tuition bills to GIC deposits, rent, and the pressure to juggle multiple jobs under strict work-hour limits. They describe an education experience that didn’t match the marketing, including being moved into Cineplex classrooms because the university didn’t have enough space. We also dig into how immigration quotas, the provincial nominee program, and changing priorities toward construction and healthcare can leave established workers in other needed fields stranded, and how that uncertainty hurts employers who train people they may soon lose.Most of all, we focus on the humanity behind Canadian immigration policy: what fairness means when someone has already invested years in Halifax, built networks, and planned to start a business and create jobs. If you’ve ever wondered what “policy shifts” look like in real life, this conversation puts it in plain language. Subscribe, share this with someone in Nova Scotia, and if your touched by the story of these two young gentleman. Write your MLA!Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

A lot of people think “spy” means gadgets, fights, and glamour. We’ve got a different story for you, straight from a Canadian military intelligence operator who actually worked the Cold War and later returned to serve in Afghanistan. Mike Fournier, known as Intelligence Operator 230, joins us for a candid conversation about what intelligence work really is: supporting the commander, learning an insane amount of detail, living by strict rules, and staying calm when the situation turns sharp.We dig into how compromise and entrapment work in the real world, including the slow build adversaries use to find a weakness and apply pressure at exactly the wrong moment. Mike walks us through unforgettable stories from behind the Iron Curtain, including a honey trap attempt on a fellow soldier in Norway and a Warsaw scenario that shows why “no fraternization” isn’t just a policy, it’s protection. Along the way, we talk surveillance, counterintelligence, tradecraft, and why real spycraft is often quiet, methodical, and exhausting rather than cinematic.We also go where these conversations usually don’t: the mental toll, the isolation, the hyper-vigilance that sticks around for decades, and how PTSD shaped Mike’s life after service. Writing his memoir became a way to face those demons while still honouring the truth of Canadian Forces intelligence work. If you’re interested in Canadian military history, Cold War espionage, counterintelligence, and the human cost behind the badge, you’ll get a lot out of this one. Subscribe, share this with a friend who loves real-world spy stories, and leave a review.Link to Mike Fournier's New Book:  https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000249065885/Mike-Fournier-Intelligence-Operator-230#servicecanada #military #intellegence #coldwarSend us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

A pub table in Halifax is a strange place to map out a film and TV career, but that’s exactly where we end up with Taylor Olson, Bob Mann, and Adam DeViller. Between bites of a spice bag and a lot of laughter, we get into the real mechanics of building independent work in Nova Scotia: writing roles when the acting jobs don’t come, directing to control the full vision, and editing comedy with the kind of timing that makes awkward silence actually land. We also talk about Hey Halifax, how it grew with support from Bell TV1, and why landing on TPB Plus helps local shows reach viewers far beyond the city.From there, the conversation widens into the hard stuff that every Halifax artist feels right now: cost of living, arts cuts, and what happens when talented people have to leave because the margins get too thin. We make the case that the arts are not a hobby on the side of the economy, they’re entrepreneurship, jobs, and part of what makes a city worth staying in.We also hear about Taylor’s feature What We Dreamed It Then, its festival run, its impact screenings focused on houselessness, and what it takes to start pushing into the US market through festivals and distributors. If you care about Halifax comedy, Nova Scotia film, Canadian creators, and how culture gets made when resources are tight, this one goes deep. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s building something, and leave a review with the one line you can’t stop thinking about.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

You can feel the difference between a “housing” conversation and a “homeownership” conversation the minute Donna Williamson walks us through how Habitat for Humanity Nova Scotia actually works. We’re recording from the Burnside ReStore (with local beers from Burnside Brewing), and we start by clearing up the biggest misconception: Habitat doesn’t give houses away. Families buy at fair market value, but the model removes the barriers that keep working people stuck renting, including down payments and high interest. With interest-free mortgages and 500 volunteer hours, the goal is a real pathway to affordable homeownership that builds pride, stability, and equity.From there we get into the bigger problem Halifax and Nova Scotia are living through: the missing middle. When the bridge between rentals and market ownership collapses, the whole housing continuum jams up. Donna explains why building one or two volunteer-led homes a year isn’t enough anymore, and what scaling impact can look like through partnerships, more diverse builds like townhouses, and even condo-style approaches used by other Habitat affiliates across Canada.Then the conversation turns personal. Donna shares the brutal stretch that pushed her to create She Shed Unfiltered: a breakup, major life hits, and devastating loss, followed by the kind of friend support that literally picked her up. We talk therapy, trust, accountability, and why community matters when life breaks wide open. If you care about the housing crisis, affordable housing solutions, nonprofit leadership, and the human side of rebuilding, this one will stick with you.Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s feeling the housing squeeze, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

A kid from Williamswood leaves Nova Scotia at 17, lands in New York with no connections, survives the visa pressure cooker, and ends up directing heavyweight actors in Hollywood. That’s the real arc behind our conversation with Sonja O’Hara, an Emmy-nominated writer, director, and actress who’s built her career by treating filmmaking like both art and entrepreneurship. We talk about what the highlight reels never show: daily rejection, imposter syndrome, the cost of American education, and why a supportive home base can be the difference between resilience and burnout. Sonja breaks down the practical side of making it, from neutralizing a Maritime accent for casting to understanding why LA is still the gravitational centre for film work. We get into the Canadian side too: Telefilm point systems, what qualifies as Canadian content, and how public arts funding can create real jobs and real culture when the rules line up. Then we go deep on career control, including the advice that pushed her into screenwriting and self-producing, how she uses cold emails strategically, and why feedback can either sharpen or weaken a writer’s point of view. There’s plenty of craft and behind-the-scenes reality: directing for Lionsgate, earning trust on set, navigating union rules like turnaround and intimacy coordination, and the weird stuff nobody warns you about, like how hard it is to work with animals (yes, a cat gets fired). We finish with hot takes on horror, blockbuster culture, and a rapid-fire question game that shows what kind of storyteller Sonja really is. If you like honest conversations about acting, directing, screenwriting, independent film financing, and building a creative career that lasts, hit subscribe, share this with a friend who’s chasing the same dream, and leave a review. What part of the industry do you want us to pull apart next?Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Nova Scotia has big resource potential, but the real question is whether we can turn opportunity into outcomes without repeating the mistakes that still haunt the province. We talk with Dustin O’Leary, a Nova Scotian working in gold mining business development, about what “responsible mining” has to mean if communities are ever going to trust it again.We get specific about the parts people argue over most: reclamation bonds, who pays when a mine shuts down, and why the legacy of a project can’t be “a hole in the ground.” Dustin walks us through how modern operators plan closure, what it costs to reclaim a site, and why older abandoned sites still shape public opinion today. We also dig into the rural side of economic development, the urban-rural divide, and why the Eastern Shore could see real job growth if projects are designed to deliver local benefit.Then we go one level deeper with a forward-looking idea: using a mined-out pit as part of a closed-loop pumped hydro energy storage system. It’s a practical way to support renewable energy and grid reliability while reusing already disturbed land, and it could extend the value of a mine site for decades. Along the way we talk consultation with Mi’kmaq communities, the limits of “talk,” and what changes would help Nova Scotia move from debate to credible action.If you care about Nova Scotia mining, environmental reclamation, renewable energy storage, and what sustainable economic development could look like here, you’ll want this one. Subscribe, share it with a friend who argues about resources, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

This week we are having a drink at Jellies on Quinpool Road in Halifax with screen writer and director Tyler Burns, and the conversation goes from bar stories and many random interjections to the real deal on making Canadian comedy. Tyler walks us through what it took to build a six-episode series and then finding a place to put it where audiences would see it. Trailerparkboysplus.com happened to be the perfect spot for this raunchy fun comedy to go. We get through a lot in this one, including how fast a million dollar budget disappears, the producer director-dynamic, Tylers take on directing and some candid takes on the film industry up north. Open Mic'ers and is available now. You can wathch the whole series for less than a Starbucks order: https://www.trailerparkboysplus.com/open- mic-ers-1/season:1/videos/tpb-open-mic-ers-ep1-with-credits-hd-mp4If you like the show, subscribe, share it with a friend who loves film or comedy, and leave a review so more Canadians can find us.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

St. Patrick’s Day turned into a surprise live show when we crack a couple drinks at home and decide to hit YouTube with zero guest and no safety net. The result is a classic Afternoon Pint mix: real conversation, dumb games, and a chat that keeps pulling the night in new directions. If you like podcasts that feel like you’re sitting at the table with friends, this one is for you.The serious heart of the night is a fundraiser we’re fired up about: the Leukemia Lymphoma Society of Canada’s Visionary of the Year campaign. We talk about how the 10-week fundraising push works, why blood cancer research matters locally and nationally, and what it takes to aim for a big target. It’s part competition, part community rally, and the best kind of pressure because the win is research funding.Then we let it rip with live-friendly chaos: “real or fake” athlete names, rapper name guesses, and hot takes on movie theatres, streaming culture, pineapple on pizza, and why some TV shows only get good after they find their rhythm. We also drift into Canadian politics, taxes, Atlantic Canada’s influence, and a bigger question that keeps coming up lately: is the middle class quietly getting squeezed as AI and automation accelerate?If you enjoy the show, subscribe so you don’t miss the next conversation, share this one with a friend who loves a good hot take, and leave a review to help more people find Afternoon Pint.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Gabriella is an art therapist who once refused to read out loud in ninth grade, met a teacher who really saw her, and discovered dyslexia and ADHD were the reasons school never fit. That shift—from “lazy” to “misunderstood”—set her on a path through art school and the classroom to a therapy practice that uses colour, texture, and play to help people find themselves again.We talk frankly about late ADHD diagnoses, especially for women whose symptoms often fly under the radar. Task paralysis, perfectionism, time blindness, and hyperfocus on the wrong task all make an appearance, alongside a nuanced chat about medication. Gabriella’s take is practical: meds can help, but without self-knowledge and routines, they can backfire. We swap rituals that bring calm—mindfulness, morning exercise, and yes, a very humble steam sauna—and break down why sensory anchors work for fast-moving minds.Parenting and screens get the spotlight too. Instead of lectures, we model what we want our kids to do: name feelings, set boundaries, and repair after conflict. We explore the double edge of phones and games—dopamine traps that raise anxiety for many kids, but also safe, rule-bound spaces for some anxious or autistic teens. The goal isn’t zero tech; it’s smarter transitions, more creative alternatives within reach, and a home that rewards curiosity over constant scrolling.Inside the therapy room, Gabriella sees clients rewrite old stories of failure through art prompts tied to emotion and sensation. Anxiety and depression often sit atop ADHD or autism; treating the surface without understanding the base leaves people stuck. We get real about access and legitimacy—why insurance often misses art therapy, how she’s registered for coverage, and the PD she runs to help teachers build neuroaffirming classrooms. We even let AI take a bow for organizing paperwork, so more energy goes to people over forms.By the end, you’ll hear a throughline: creativity isn’t extra for neurodivergent folks—it’s a first language. Slow down, pick a colour that fits your mood today, and watch what emerges when you give your brain a medium that finally makes sense. If this conversation resonates, follow and share the show, leave a review to help others find it, and tell us: what creative habit helps your mind settle?Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Founder Basam Murtaza Tahoor shares how he rebuilt his marketing career from scratch in Halifax—ditching gimmicks, mastering Canadian business basics, and proving that trust is the only real currency. From landing his first client to crafting a blue-ocean pivot into original illustration and brand IP, Basam breaks down buyer personas, pricing strategy, networking that actually works, and how to use AI without losing your human edge. A practical roadmap for builders who believe creativity and community win long term. We unlocked a new location for this episode. Thank you Quinns Arm Pub for the Hospitality and Stellar Guinness. Their menu here is top notch we must recommend you check this place out. Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

We sit down with Nova Scotia NDP leader Claudia Chender for a candid, ground-level conversation about what’s really driving the affordability crisis—and what can actually fix it.Claudia shares her journey from law to politics, shaped by her work in education and advocacy, and a front-row view of how government decisions impact families. We break down the housing crisis—from rent caps and fixed-term leases to the difference between building more units and building homes people can truly afford. Supply matters, but the type of supply matters more when luxury towers don’t help nurses, teachers, or young professionals find stability.We also explore the broader affordability puzzle: child care, energy, groceries, and the economic power of investing in people. Claudia explains how unlocking federal funding, strengthening the caring economy, and supporting arts, film, and innovation can help Nova Scotia retain talent and build stronger communities.From ocean tech and life sciences to energy infrastructure and cultural identity, this episode looks at what it will take to create a province where people don’t just work—but build lasting lives.If you care about housing, affordability, and the future of Nova Scotia, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.Subscribe to the Afternoon Pint Podcast, share with a friend, and let us know: what’s the one change that would make life more affordable for you?Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

What makes someone plant roots instead of moving on? We sit with Paula Knight, CEO of ISANS, to unpack the real work of turning arrivals into neighbours—and why belonging is the quiet infrastructure that powers Nova Scotia’s future. From first intake to first job, from a child’s first hockey game to a nurse’s first licensed shift, Paula shows how practical supports and human connection move people from surviving to thriving.We dive into the ISANS model: language training that meets learners where they are, employment programs that push past generic job boards, and credential recognition efforts that get doctors, engineers, and tradespeople working closer to their skills. Paula shares corporate lessons she carried into the non‑profit world—clear scorecards, honest metrics, and a “rhythm of the business” that keeps services responsive. We also get candid about barriers: uneven licensing, youth navigating language and curriculum gaps, and the cost of losing talent when the path is unclear.Community is the multiplier. With 80% of staff being immigrants themselves, ISANS pairs expertise with lived experience, making guidance feel like a hand on your shoulder. We talk women’s entrepreneurship, onsite childcare, and the subtle but powerful impact of simple moments—learning to skate, cheering at a hockey game, or finding a friend after a snowstorm. The data matters too: strong retention, 70% working in their field or a related field, and thousands supported across languages and programs. In a province with an aging population and a housing crunch, this isn’t charity—it’s strategy.We close by reframing the narrative. Whether we say immigrant, newcomer, or simply Canadian, the goal is the same: help people belong so they stay, contribute, and lead. If you care about workforce gaps, economic growth, healthcare capacity, or vibrant communities, this conversation will give you stories, stats, and practical ideas you can use tomorrow. Subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review telling us one way you welcome new neighbours.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

A single march in the rain changed everything. After losing his cousin to a senseless act of violence, Quentrel Provo turned grief into a mission: Stop the Violence, Spread the Love. We sit down with Q to unpack how a community showed up, how forgiveness sharpened his purpose, and why June 10 is now Stop the Violence Day—wear red, do one kind act, and make compassion visible.We go deeper than slogans. Q explains how youth mentorship became the centre of gravity for the movement, why “one caring adult” can redirect a life, and how he tailored his talks from elementary classrooms to correctional facilities. He shares the unseen costs too: threats, burnout, and the hard boundary work required to protect your peace while serving others. Along the way, we revisit milestone moments—from speaking across North America to meeting Barack and Michelle Obama—and the quiet, consistent wins that matter most.Then we zoom out. We challenge performative community policing and top‑down policy that ignores lived experience. Q lays out a clear blueprint for trust: listen first, co‑design with neighbourhoods, and build feedback loops that lead to action. We tackle media‑driven trauma, bias and street checks, de‑escalation training, and the line between self‑defence and excessive force. We also contrast punitive prison models with rehabilitation that actually lowers harm through education, mental health care, and reentry support.This conversation is part origin story, part field guide. If you’ve wondered how to move from outrage to impact, start small: a door held open, a question asked, a promise kept. If you’re ready to go bigger, mentor a student, support a local program, or host a kindness drive on June 10. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs hope today, and leave a review with the one act of kindness you’ll do this week.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

We sit down with Coach Micah Brown — former pro quarterback, founder of BATLX, and a leader in Atlantic Canada’s football development scene. Micah breaks down the mental intelligence behind football and why the best coaching is about way more than schemes and stats. We talk leadership under pressure, building confident athletes, mentorship and representation, and the real responsibility coaches carry as community leaders. The conversation goes deep on self-care and mental health, what it takes to stay locked in when life gets loud, and how Micah’s mission is helping develop both better players — and better people — here at home. Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

A forgotten shore, a loud crowd, and a quiet life that fuels a very big record—Christina Martin joins us for an unvarnished look at building a career that actually holds together. From quitting university to nannying in Austin, signing a dead-end contract in Germany, and then getting invited last-minute to open for Wilco, her story moves through detours that somehow line up. The band drama that pushed her out of a 70s revival project became the nudge into solo work; the pandemic forced a hard audit of what pays and what matters; and the result is Storm, a sweeping album about gratitude, loss, and the people who stayed.We dig into how Storm came together: strings that lift without clutter, live visuals built into the artwork from day one, and a filmed performance designed to sell future bookings. Christina is generous about the team—producer and partner Dale Murray, drummer power from Brian Murray and Jordy Comstock, and anchor lines from Jason Vautour—showing how collaboration shapes both sound and survival. She also keeps it real about money. Streaming pays pennies, full-band touring is a luxury, and sustainability often looks like a smart part-time remote job plus grants and meticulous admin. That pragmatism extends to tech: AI belongs in the paperwork, not in the lyrics.There’s joy here too. Big Shiny Tunes in Halifax turns 90s nostalgia into a live-wire connection where audiences belt every word. That communal charge feeds the studio work and the small-town rhythm of a quieter life that leaves space to write. Christina’s takeaways land with warmth and steel: protect writing time, document your best shows, build real relationships, and choose a path with heart even when it’s not glamorous. If you care about indie music, creative careers, and how artists make lasting work in a noisy world, this conversation is for you.If you enjoyed this, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review—your support helps more listeners find these stories.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

We sit with Tia to trace the unvarnished path from teen motherhood and convictions, a string of rejections from employers due to her criminal background check to her $50 start up cleaning company that scaled across Halifax. Tia shares the weight of raising kids while surviving the street, a son shot seven times, and the accountability she refuses to outsource. We talk about why “diversity” often advances without finishing the last fight, how Black women remain last in line for capital and boards, and what changes when you invest your own $200,000 to create Black Women in Excellence. We get into practical, repeatable steps incorporation for protection, pricing with confidence, and building clean books—paired with the mindset shift from operator to CEO.There’s also a clear map for second chances. Tia brings entrepreneurship inside women’s prisons, showing how to turn passion into paid work and how parole can measure self-employment with real KPIs instead of only pay stubs. She draws a firm line between free mentorship and paid coaching, models boundaries that prevent burnout, and explains why the busiest restaurant has a waitlist for a reason. If you’re searching for resilience, small business strategy, or the truth about building generational wealth from a service company, this one delivers both heart and how-to.There is a ton of incredible advice and brutal honesty in this episode and we hope you find Tia's story as powerful as we did. If you enjoyed this episode please follow the show, share with a friend, and let us know if any of the advice in this episode can help you in your journey. Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Ready for a clear-eyed look at AI that doesn’t lean on buzzwords or doom? We’re joined by digital anthropologist Giles Crouch to unpack how these systems really work, what they cost in the physical world, and why culture—not code—ultimately decides which technologies endure. We trace the supply chain from rare earths and chip bottlenecks to the low-frequency hums of data centres built near homes, and we talk about the policy vacuum that leaves Canadians exposed while the EU clamps down and the US lets courts test the boundaries.Giles shares a personal account of a sophisticated hack that cut across social, email, and banking to show why cyber insurance and basic operational hygiene matter for everyone, from carpenters to consultants. We dig into parasocial relationships, AI “hallucinations,” and engagement-optimised design that mirrors our desires back at us. If you’ve ever wondered why LLMs feel insightful yet still make confident mistakes on complex tasks, this is your translation layer—stochastic parrots, not synthetic thinkers.There’s good news, too. We explore cognitive scaffolding—how tools can jumpstart drafts, help ADHD brains beat task paralysis, and still preserve a human voice. We make the case for a return to the humanities alongside data literacy, arguing that print may be primed for a revival as a trusted, memorable record in a world of deepfakes. And we name the economic shift hiding in plain sight: technofeudalism, where subscriptions replace ownership and DRM can erase your purchased library with a policy change.You’ll leave with practical takeaways on digital safety, a fresh lens on AI’s limits and uses, and a bigger story about how culture tames technology. If that resonates, follow Giles at gilescrouch.substack.com, share this with a friend who’s unsure about AI, and subscribe so you never miss a conversation that respects your intelligence. What part challenged your assumptions most?Find Giles: gilescrouch.substack.com and gilescrouch.comSend us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

We sit down with newly elected Mayor Andy Fillmore after his first year for a wide-open conversation about what it takes to steer a city that’s growing in every direction: more people, more jobs, more pressure on streets and services. He talks frankly about trading the heat of Parliament for the hands-on grind of City Hall, where a mayor is one vote among many and every policy hits a sidewalk, a bus route, or a household budget.We dig into mobility first. Halifax is in a loop where buses are stuck in traffic and riders default to cars. The mayor lays out a clear case for bus rapid transit—express routes, priority, comfort—and the provincial congestion review now underway on the peninsula. We also tackle the grid: how well-meant restrictions can slow the whole system, why data matters, and how to balance safety with movement. If you’ve felt the drag getting across town, this is the roadmap, warts and all.Housing and budgets keep the stakes high. The city needs roughly 8,000 homes a year and is building about half that, with infrastructure capacity—water, wastewater, stormwater—now a key bottleneck. Add major defence spending set to flow into Halifax, and the urgency doubles. The mayor explains last year’s flat tax rate, this year’s 10.5% pressure from inflation and contracts, and his push to protect core services while partnering with the private sector—think smarter ferry models and transit hubs with amenities—to keep costs down and quality up. We also get into the assessment cap’s market distortions and why revenue reform isn’t about raising more, but raising better.Along the way we talk civic culture: what makes Halifax kind and welcoming, why the waterfront still stuns, and how to grow without losing our feel. You’ll hear candid reflections on early missteps, lessons in council diplomacy, and a clear view of what quality of life should mean here: affordability, safety, things to do, and transit worth choosing. If you care about how Halifax moves, builds, and stays itself, this one’s for you. Subscribe, share with a friend, and tell us: what would you cut or fund to keep the city on track?Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

For this years Holiday Special, The Afternoon Pint presents a radio-play reimagining of A Christmas Carol —written in-house and brought to life with the help of the three 48 Hour Film Festival winners known collectively as Shwing Entertainment. Mike turns his crankiness up to 11 for Scrooge while Matt works his improvisational muscle by preforming as all of the ghosts.We then have some addtional stories from the AP content creator team.  Laura Flemming, shares the beautifully strange and haunting original Christmas tale about a mysterious abandoned home that has a soul called  “The Foggy House.”Don't Over Think It Chip  then tells a story about wishing for the impossible —The Toronto Maple Leafs winning the  Stanley Cup.And just when you think it couldn’t get any wilder, we wrap things up with a brand-new original song, “Sex, Drugs, and Christmas Time,” performed by the incredible Christina Martin - This may be our wildest Christmas Special to date. Thank you to all the folks that helped us out with this one, and to our sponsor, Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality, who has supported our show since day 1. Happy Holidays from the Afternoon Pint! and please share this episode. Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

What did 2025 really change? We sit down with Steve Murphy for a clear-eyed year-end that swaps noise for signal. The conversation starts with community—Christmas Daddies turning 62 and a bold decision to sell seized U.S. liquor to fund food banks—then widens into the defining fault line of the year: leadership tone and what it does to a country.Politics loomed large without swallowing the local. Steve unpacks why style and truth-telling matter as much as policy, and how that set the stage for Mark Carney’s centrist moment. We dig into Quebec’s shifting currents, vote migrations, and the surprising places affordability now hurts most—from trades to homeowners staring at double-digit property tax hikes. Even Canada Post becomes a mirror for modern reality: less mail, more parcels, and a humane case for restructuring that protects people while matching the service we actually use.The Atlantic lens brings fresh ground. Weather swung from drought to downpour, scorching berries and boosting certain grapes, while EVs and chargers quietly tipped from novelty to normal. City-building gets practical: Halifax needs a multipurpose stadium, a mid-size performance hall, and eventually a larger arena—not as vanity projects, but as social infrastructure that anchors tourism, keeps doctors and students here, and gives families reasons to gather. The airport’s expansion and new direct European routes prove demand is real; now we match it with venues, roads, and a plan.Energy sits just beyond the horizon and right at our feet. Wind is a serious bet. Tidal is a fierce engineering problem begging for a Nova Scotia answer. Solar may not be our ace, but a portfolio of renewables could be. Through it all, we keep circling back to something simple: kindness is strategy, not sentiment. It draws visitors, calms politics, and holds space for the work ahead.If you value grounded analysis, local stakes, and a conversation that respects your time and intelligence, press play. Then share this with a friend who cares about Atlantic Canada’s next chapter. Subscribe, leave a review, and tell us: what headline from 2025 will history say mattered most?Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

We sit down once again with Don Mills for a frank, energized conversation about a new private-sector panel tasked with one job: raise productivity and close the prosperity gap with the rest of Canada. No spin. No bureaucratic maze. Just a focused plan to turn our energy potential, resource base, and export channels into real incomes and real jobs.We dig into the big levers. Energy sits at the core: offshore wind, onshore wind, tidal, hydro from Labrador, nuclear in New Brunswick, and proven natural gas reserves. Don argues we need a modern transmission grid, predictable approvals, and clear timelines to unlock billions in capital. He challenges myths vs facts around fracking and mining by pointing to decades of safe practice elsewhere, remediation bonds that return mine sites back to nature, and the productivity gains that large capital projects can deliver. The goal isn’t to bulldoze environmental standards—it’s to replace uncertainty with clarity so investors build here instead of passing us by.We also talk about the economic engine already working in our favour: Halifax Stanfield. With direct international routes, belly freight for seafood exports, and a billion dollars in upgrades, the airport shows how strategic assets compound over time and shift us from “nice to visit” to “smart to invest.” From there, we zoom out to the fundamentals: right-sizing a decade of public headcount growth, aligning regional efforts instead of fighting in provincial silos, and pacing population growth to match services. The labour challenge is real, which is why Don makes a strong case for the trades—electricians, pipefitters, and technologists will be the scarce skills that make big projects possible.Underneath it all is a cultural reset: move from saying no by default to asking how we can do it responsibly. Startups and newcomer founders are already there—thinking global, shipping products abroad, and raising the bar on ambition. If we build the grid, streamline approvals, and keep the conversation rooted in facts, Atlantic Canada can pay its own way, lower tax pressure, and fund more doctors and teachers without leaning on transfers.If this vision resonates, share the episode, leave a review, and hit follow so more Atlantic Canadians can find it—and join the chorus calling for smart growth.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

We sit down at Garrison Brewing with Dr. Andrew Travers, Nova Scotia’s EHS medical director, to unpack how a care-first 911 system can calm panic, deliver treatment faster, and often avoid an unnecessary ambulance ride. From text-to-video assessments that let clinicians see a wound in real time to nurse and physician callbacks that build a safe plan without leaving home, Andrew shows how “time to care” now trumps “time to arrival.”We explore Integrated Health Programs and the paramedic “Jedi” who operate single-response units, treat on scene, and coordinate with doctors to keep patients safe and out of crowded waiting rooms. The numbers are striking: roughly a third of 911 calls end without transport, and specialized units non-transport most cases while maintaining safety. Andrew explains the public utility model that powers EHS, why Nova Scotians own the system, and how moving lifesaving treatments upstream—like thrombolytics for heart attacks or early antibiotics for sepsis—saves lives and dollars.The conversation widens to prevention and community health. Using real-time surveillance to spot opioid hot spots, connecting callers to 211 for social supports, referring seniors directly to falls clinics, and enrolling frequent callers in special patient plans—this is EMS as a network, not just a ride. We also tackle burnout with practical tools like debriefs and “green/yellow/orange/red” mental readiness checks, and we look at AI that hears distress in a caller’s voice or reads a pulse through a phone camera without replacing the human connection that makes care humane.Subscribe for more conversations that challenge old assumptions about emergencies, healthcare access, and what “good care” looks like in 2025. If this episode gave you a new way to think about 911, share it with a friend and leave a review so others can find it.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

This week we sit down with Matt Thomson  - TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and children’s book author—to unpack what it really takes to “lead courageously toward love” in work, relationships, and community.Matt traces his shift from hustle culture and people-pleasing to a values-first life where courage means action from the heart and complacency is the real opposite. We explore how love shows up on an ordinary Tuesday: creating space where people feel seen and heard, telling the truth even when it’s hard, and setting strong boundaries so open hearts don’t burn out. Along the way, we talk ADHD, overcommitting to volunteer boards, and the resentment that builds when giving has no guardrails.We go deep on the five regrets of the dying and the tiny course-corrections that prevent them—texting a friend you’ve avoided, choosing presence over performance, and admitting anxiety out loud. Matt shares how his firm humanizes hiring with mindful, conversational interviews and a shift from “culture fit” to alignment and contribution, building psychological safety and belonging. We also wrestle with AI’s duality: the environmental cost and existential worry, alongside its real power to clarify thinking, compress admin, and even mirror back a personal North Star—kindness first, creation without fear, connection always.Matt’s children’s book, “I Love You, I Trust You, I’m Proud of You,” lands the message with heart, and his readings at the Ronald McDonald House reveal purpose at its simplest: bringing joy where it’s needed most. Leave with one clear action: reach out to someone and say, “thinking of you.” If this conversation resonates, follow, share with a friend, and leave a review—then tell us: what fence are you building around your wide-open heart?Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

A one-dollar licence changed a career. We sit with filmmaker John Mann to trace how Stephen King’s Dollar Baby program led to Popsy, a nine-minute moral sledgehammer that cut backstory, ditched  empathy, and focused on pure dread. John lifts the curtain on the odd rules of Dollar Babies, the surreal “mail a dollar” contract, and why strict screening limits can still supercharge a festival run and land you in the Academy Museum’s spotlight.From there, we switch gears into process. John breaks down Missy, a lonely survivor tale built on threes, practical symbolism, and a colour map of fire and water that hints at purgatory without ever spelling it out. We talk about how ambiguity keeps a horror audience leaning forward, and how to make short films that feel bigger than their runtime. Then comes Sweetie, a three-minute shock that keeps getting asked if it’s a trailer—now expanded into an 88-page feature inspired by the emotional intelligence of Let the Right One In. It’s a clinic on developing micro-ideas into market-ready projects while keeping tone, pace, and curiosity intact.Along the way we hit the business side: why true crime often feels hollow, how good villains are half-right, where franchise sprawl undercuts catharsis, and what practical effects can do that CGI can’t. John shares wins with CBC Gem and Bell’s Pub Crawl, turning pub culture into living history and proving that regional stories can scale. Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

With two pints of Garrison Red and a milky looking glass of Arak, we cheers (or Bisehtak) to Chef George Elias of Au Liban Lebanese Restaurant. We dig into the textures of Lebanese cuisine—silky hummus, smoky baba ganoush, roasted pepper muhammara, crisp cheese rolls, and a honey-kissed feta fusion roll—while unpacking how a great spread (mezza)  invites people to slow down and connect.George traces his path from culinary school in Lebanon to hotel kitchens in Iraq and Dubai, then to Canada through a serendipitous call that changed everything. He shares the pride of being named 2025 Lebanese Professional of the Year at the Cedar Maple Gala and the deeper story of Halifax’s Lebanese community shaping the city’s culture. We explore the mezza mindset—why a generous menu isn’t excess but expression—and how he balances authenticity with accessibility, from manakish and za’atar to the elevated Lebanese tartare, kibbi nayeh.Beyond flavour, this is a masterclass in hospitality. George talks leadership under pressure, the value of systems, and why service details matter as much as seasoning. He opens up about the grind—holiday prep, quiet New Year’s, breathers in the walk-in—and the intentional growth behind sold-out Lebanese Nights. There’s heart here too: a focus on building stability, buying a home, and starting a family, all while keeping Au Liban warm, vibrant, and welcoming to everyone.Pull up a chair and let the chef lead the way. If you’ve ever wondered what makes a restaurant truly great—kitchen trust, cultural pride, and the willingness to serve with care—you’ll find it here. Subscribe, share with a friend who loves mezza, and leave a review with your must-try Lebanese dish. Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Pull up a chair at the Oxford Taproom and meet Laura Fleming—marketing and events coordinator at Garrison and the creative force behind You Found Flora. We trade festival stories, and unpack how a great night out is actually built: clear incentives, sharp programming, and moments designed to live on your camera roll. Laura takes us from the chaos of pre-production to the glow of a packed crowd, sharing the small choices—signage, stage pacing, social-first clips—that turn one-off shows into must-visit traditions.We get real about the media we love and the media that drives us nuts. From 90s horror comfort watches to a spirited debate on reality TV ethics, we examine what happens when formats meet incentives. Does Love Is Blind test connection or reward clout? How does editing frame villains and heroes? And why do comedians who master crowd work feel so electric live? Laura’s take: authenticity endures, and audiences can smell misalignment from a mile away. For creators and brands, that means set the rules, honour them, and cut the filler.We spotlight crushable hazy IPAs, approachable sours, and the story-rich brews that cement community—like Doug's Brau.Subscribe to the Afternoon Pint for more candid conversations, share this with a friend who loves local culture, and leave a review to tell us your favourite Halifax spot to try next. Follow our friend @youfoundflora on instagram for more fun and insightful content. Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Joe is a national brokerage president whose early days cold calling in the White pages may have proven to be the perfect guide to show how insurance really works today—human first, tech-enabled, and built for the moments you hope never happen. Joe joins us to share the arc from answering a newspaper ad to leading Brokerlink’s 5,000 + person team, weaving together discipline, mentorship, and the power of community. Along the way, he explains why insurance isn’t just a policy; it’s a promise—and why that promise still depends on a person you can look in the eye when things go sideways.We get candid about the industry’s past and future: the grind of phone-book selling, the rise of SEO and inbound leads, and how 40,000 monthly website visits now fuel local advisors across 240 communities. Joe opens the hood on practical AI—bots that compare renewals in seconds, a 24/7 chat that handles routine updates, and a client app that mirrors modern banking—while keeping cybersecurity as the first principle. He also draws a clear line between digital convenience and licensed advice, showing why younger buyers research alone but still want human confirmation before binding a legal contract.We talk scale, choice, and trust: more markets to fit unique needs, local branches that show up at the rink and the supermarket, and community giving that signals real skin in the game. Joe doesn’t dodge the hard parts—messy connectivity with carriers, regulatory friction, and the gap in client education—then offers a smarter approach to mitigation and alerts that actually help. If you’re exploring careers, you’ll hear straight talk on recession resilience, leadership growth, and the mindset that carries you: learn deeply, take risks, and be kind. Subscribe, share with a colleague, and leave a review to tell us what part shifted your view of insurance.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

The funniest stories aren’t the ones built on clichés—they’re the ordinary slip-ups we all share. Think: hopping into the wrong car, or reaching for the bus pole and accidentally grabbing someone’s hand. That’s exactly the kind of humour Jenny Bovard has built into her work. As lead and associate producer of Pretty Blind—a sharp, scripted Canadian comedy about life with low vision and albinism—Jenny is flipping stereotypes on their head and proving that relatability beats “inspiration arcs” every time.In this conversation, Jenny shares how her hit podcast Low Vision Moments became the seed for Pretty Blind, the magic of writing alongside Jonathan Torrens and Mark Forward, and the behind-the-scenes details of building an accessible set—from tactile floor markers to softer lighting strategies. We dive into the show’s all-out goalball episode (rivalries, ridiculousness, and Paralympic-level laughs), as well as the tech that actually helps in daily life, from iPhone OCR to the promise of smart glasses.Jenny also opens up about mentoring blind and low-vision youth, the identity shifts of growing up with albinism, and whether she’d restore her vision if given the chance. The throughline? Cast disabled actors as people, design access into the process, and let comedy do what it does best—make us care because we recognize ourselves.Don’t miss Pretty Blind—stream it now on AMI’s on-demand platform (amiiplus.ca) Share this episode with a friend, leave us a review, and tell us your favourite “low vision moment.” Your support helps more listeners find these stories.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

What happens when a single commercial catapults you into becoming a national symbol? Jeff Douglas, the face behind Molson's iconic "I Am Canadian" rant, sits down with us to explore his remarkable journey from reluctant beer spokesman to respected CBC broadcaster.Douglas takes us behind the scenes of the legendary commercial that changed his life, revealing how his "wicked hockey haircut" and improvised "thank you" helped land him the role that would make his character Joe a household name across Canada. He shares the perfect storm of circumstances that made the commercial resonate so deeply – premiering during the 2001 Oscars immediately after Robin Williams performed "Blame Canada," at a time when Canadian-American relations were experiencing significant tension.Twenty-five years later, Douglas collaborated with the original writer to create an updated version addressing recent "51st state" comments, proving that Canadian identity remains as relevant and worth protecting as ever. What began as a simple beer commercial became a cultural touchstone that continues to unite Canadians across political divides.But Douglas's story extends far beyond his famous commercial persona. He shares how the unexpected opportunity opened doors to hosting history and documentary programs that allowed him to explore Canada and the world, connecting with diverse communities and perspectives. Now hosting CBC's Main Street in Nova Scotia, Douglas offers thoughtful reflections on media evolution, streaming services, and the future of Canadian content.Throughout our conversation, Douglas's passion for Nova Scotia and Canada shines through as he expresses genuine optimism about the province's trajectory and the engagement of younger generations with global issues. His journey reminds us that sometimes the most meaningful paths emerge from opportunities we initially resist.Grab a beer and join us for this engaging conversation about Canadian identity, media evolution, and finding purpose in unexpected places. And don't miss our signature "10 Questions" segment where Douglas reveals his stance on ketchup chips, his favorite Tragically Hip song, and shares his most valuable piece of advice: "Don't do anything just for the money."Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Twelve years after the tragic death of Rehtaeh Parsons, her mother Leah joins The Afternoon Pint for a conversation about trauma, institutional failure, and finding purpose after unimaginable loss.Leah paints a vivid portrait of Rehtaeh—a compassionate teenager with dreams of becoming a marine biologist, whose life spiraled downward after a sexual assault was photographed and shared among her peers. What follows is a harrowing account of systematic failure across institutions meant to protect vulnerable youth. The conversation shifts to crucial questions about our digital age. Should we restrict social media access by age, or should we hold platforms accountable for harmful content? Leah advocates strongly for the latter, noting these companies already have sophisticated filtering systems they could deploy to protect young users. Most striking is her call for empathy education, sparked by witnessing her younger daughter's stabbing while classmates merely recorded the attack rather than intervening—a chilling indicator of how digital exposure has desensitized youth to real suffering.Through her grief journey, Leah has transformed tragedy into purpose by creating a 100-acre animal sanctuary in Rehtaeh's memory. This sanctuary embodies her belief that healing comes in many forms beyond traditional therapy—a philosophy shaped by her professional background as a therapist and her personal experience navigating profound loss. Her candid revelations about initially wanting to abandon parenting altogether, then choosing daily to move forward for her other children, offer insights into grief's complex reality. As Leah puts it, grief is "rolling"—not something you heal from once, but something you choose to navigate daily.Share this episode with anyone concerned about youth mental health, digital citizenship, or finding purpose after loss.On September 20th, the Rehteah Parsons Society will be hosting Rae's Awareness Suicide Prevention Walk. You can find the details for the walk on Facebook if you would like to participate and show your support. Send us Fan MailSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Rudi of Rudi's Hot Sauce shares his family's journey from the Bahamas to becoming Nova Scotia's top hot sauce specialist, revealing how his father's transformative experience with wild peppers led to a multi-generational passion for crafting complex, flavour hot sauces. We talk about hot sauces, family ran businesses and whatever else comes to us, while experiencing some of Rudis hot sauces and a few beverages at the 5K Cafe.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

We were thrilled to finally have Jonathan Torrens sit down with us for a candid conversation about his remarkable 30-year journey through Canadian entertainment and the industry that keeps him more fulfilled than ever. From his unexpected start as a teenage host on Street Cents, to iconic roles on Trailer Park Boys, Mr. D, Letterkenny, Shoresy, the Vollies, the directors chair & more, Torrens reflects on what makes Canadian content distinctive and why our most uniquely Canadian stories often travel best internationally.We learn of Torrens' venture into the movie trailer rental business, offering insights into the economic realities of film production in Atlantic Canada and how policy decisions affect creative industries. He also shares passionately his recent directorial work on "Pretty Blind," a sitcom featuring a woman with low vision that carefully avoids making disability the character's sole defining trait.Torrens weaves together thoughtful observations about media evolution, representation, and the value of long-form conversation in an increasingly fragmented attention economy. His father-in-law's advice becomes the perfect summation of his current philosophy: "Instead of doing 13 things half-assed, pick two and go hard at them." For creators at any stage, it's a powerful reminder to focus on what truly matters.Join us for a refreshingly authentic conversation with one of Canada's most versatile creative forces as he shares the unfiltered truth about finding your voice, knowing when to say no, and creating work that resonates.Thank you to Parichat Thai for their amazing food & accommodation and to Tatamagouche Brewing for the refreshments in this episode. Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Growing up as the oldest of seven daughters in rural Nova Scotia, Dalene Allen learned entrepreneurship at her mother's handcraft shop, "The Killick." This early exposure to business relationships became the foundation for her remarkable career through retail merchandising, executive positions, and eventually leading Business Network International (BNI) across three Atlantic provinces. Dalene shares game-changing perspectives on networking that challenge conventional wisdom. Rather than approaching events with sales in mind, she advocates for human connection first—"When you build the relationship, business happens organically." Her three-part interaction formula has proven to have generated millions in business for herself and others.For those who dread networking events, Dalene offers practical wisdom born from experience. Whether you're looking to grow your business, advance your career, or simply build more meaningful connections, Dalene's approach to "Networking Naturally" provides a refreshing alternative to traditional networking tactic, not to mention her own personal story has a lot more twists and turns than you may think! Join us for a pint at The Clayton Park Bar & Grill, as we uncover what exactly makes Dalene so great at bringing people together. Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

This week, sex educator and intimacy coach Serena Haines joins us for a pint and shares her journey in becoming a certified sexologist, breaking down misconceptions about pleasure, anatomy, and communication in relationships. We found this to be a fun and informative discussion around healthy relationships for both new partners and long term partners alike.Visit SerenaHaines.com to learn more about intimacy coaching and catch Serena's TED Talk on August 9th at the Lighthouse Art Center, in Halifax exploring how sexual wellness is a missing piece in overall mental health.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Stephen Adams, represented Spryfield and surrounding communities for 29 years on Halifax City Council. In this episode Adams opens up about the realities of political life and his transition to advocating for smarter development solutions.Adams shares powerful stories about defending Spryfield's reputation against media bias, confronting critics with actual crime statistics that contradicted popular perceptions. "I didn't like the way we were being treated," Adams explains, recounting how he transformed negative stereotypes through persistent advocacy and community pride. The conversation reveals fascinating insights into council dynamics and political survival. Now serving as Executive Director of the Urban Development Institute, Adams brings his political experience to addressing Halifax's housing crisis from the development side. He candidly discusses regulatory challenges preventing faster housing creation, including costly requirements for EV charging stations in all new parking spaces and complex approval processes that delay critical projects. His balanced perspective comes from seeing both sides of development debates—understanding community concerns while recognizing the urgent need for housing solutions.Whether you're interested in local politics, community development, or Halifax's housing challenges, Adams' reflections offer invaluable perspective. Listen and discover why effective leadership often means making unpopular decisions, confronting misconceptions with facts, and maintaining unwavering commitment to the communities you serve.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

What drives someone to walk away from a successful corporate career to pursue an entrepreneurial dream? Rick takes us on his compelling journey from SVP of Sales to becoming CEO of Partner Vista—a decision that meant leaving behind financial security, benefits, and comfort for the unknown.Rick shares how Hurricane Katrina disrupted his senior year at Loyola University and unexpectedly launched him into a 20-year career in media sales. Rick reveals how relationship-building became his secret weapon in sales success, and how sharing drinks and conversations helped him connect with clients beyond transactional relationships.Rick's new venture highlights the inevitable connection between professional fulfillment and personal well-being. His realization, combined with an entrepreneurial itch he'd always had, eventually pushed him to leave corporate security for something more meaningful. Now building Partner Vista, Rick offers thought-provoking insights on how AI is transforming sales careers by potentially eliminating entry-level positions. That could be good in bad for jobs that traditionally serve as training grounds for future sales leaders.If you've ever felt misaligned in your career or dreamed of charting your own course, this conversation may resonate deeply and might just inspire your own professional reinvention. Join us at Station Six Pub for this fun, border crossing episode.You can visit https://www.partnervista.co/ for more information on how they plan on changing the game on partner market relationships. Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Jacqueline's story will leave you speechless – trafficked for 11 years starting at age 11, explains how children in foster care become vulnerable to exploitation not primarily through drugs, but through their need for love and attention. Her journey from victim to advocate reveals both the horrors of human trafficking and the remarkable resilience of the human spirit. Meanwhile, Wendy shares her powerful transformation from addiction and homelessness while pregnant and fleeing domestic violence, to becoming an educated professional dedicated to helping others.Together, these warriors are tackling Nova Scotia's alarming statistics as the province with the highest human trafficking rate in Canada – 8.6 per 100,000 compared to the national average of just 1.4. Their approach is revolutionary: creating comprehensive support systems specifically for men who cause harm, addressing root traumas and teaching emotional regulation. As they explain, "We cannot support women without supporting the male population."From their harm reduction services (including drug testing and Narcan kits) to professional therapy and peer support, Thriving Together Society operates on the front lines with zero government funding. They're showing that early intervention and teaching consent from childhood are essential to breaking cycles of violence. Their message is clear: behind many perpetrators are unhealed victims, and true change requires compassion alongside accountability.Listen to this episode to help enhance your knowledge about community safety, want to understand the real causes behind violence against women, or simply need your faith in humanity restored by witnessing how two extraordinary women transformed their deepest traumas into a force for healing.#canada #endhumantrafficking #enddomesticviolence #protect #afternoonpintSend us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

What if Atlantic Canada could harness wind resources equivalent to Alberta's oil wealth or Quebec's hydroelectric power? Don Mills a career entrepreneur and social engineer and David Campbell,  seasoned economic development expert with decades of regional insights, join us to challenge our thinking about Atlantic Canada's economic future.The duo's new book "Towards Prosperity" couldn't arrive at a more critical moment. With the Trump presidency threatening Canadian trade and requiring a rethink of our economic positioning, Mills and Campbell offer a practical roadmap focused on resource development, immigration, and entrepreneurship that crosses political divides."We've (Atlantic Canadians) have developed a philosophy that we don't have to do anything because somebody else is going to pay for our lifestyle," Mills observes, confronting the uncomfortable reality that equalization payments from resource-rich western provinces have created complacency. The statistics are striking: Atlantic Canada has one public sector worker for every four employees versus one in five nationally – essentially "playing a man short" in wealth creation.Are you ready to think bigger about our economic future? This conversation and their book will help change how you view Atlantic Canada's potential. Your can find Toward Prosperity: The Transformation of Atlantic Canada's Economy on Amazon and local bookstores. Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Mike Ryan (Singer Songwriter for the Town Heroes) and Kristen Herrington, (owner of Togetherland Art Gallery) are an inspiring artistic couple who share insights on navigating the evolving media landscape while staying true to their artistic vision.Their recently rebranded podcast called MAKE IT is out now, and already is features prominent artists in Atlantic Canada such as Jimmy Rankin and Classified. Not to mention their back catalog of 159 episodes with countless interesting Atlantic Canadians. We loved our chat with Mike and Kristen and we hope you do also. In Nova Scotia this summer?  Visit Togetherland Art Gallery in Ingramport on your way to Hubbards on the St. Margaret's Bay Road for exhibitions, workshops and even open mic Nights. Also, don't sleep on one of the greatest bands in Halifax right now, The Town Heroes, with their latest 2024 album Singin,' well worth some attention. Don't miss our always fun 10 Questions round where we talk about one of Mikes most meaningful songs called Hercules, which is also shared for your listening pleasure at the end of this episode. Huge thanks to North Brewing who let us pop by to record this episode! Cheers!#afternoonpint #arts #entrepreneurship Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

What happens when your entire worldview is built on fear? When every decision about what to wear, what to listen to, and even how to pray is dictated by others? Tonya knows this reality intimately, having grown up in a doomsday cult in Southern Alberta that prepared its members for an apocalypse that never came.From the tender age of five, she was taught that everyone outside her religious community – her teachers, classmates, and friends – would perish when the end times arrived. She describes sitting in classrooms, looking around at peers she cared about, knowing they were all "marked for death" according to her family's beliefs. As a naturally sensitive and spiritually gifted child, this burden was particularly heavy, creating a profound disconnect between her innate connection to the natural world and the windowless buildings where she was told God resided.The restrictions were particularly severe for women and girls. Tonya reveals how women weren't permitted to pray if men were present in the house, and if they needed to pray alone, they had to cover their heads with cloth to symbolize submission to male authority. At sixteen, the church attempted to arrange her marriage to someone she barely knew – after just one chaperoned date and a year of exchanging letters, she was expected to commit her life to this stranger.When Tonya made the courageous decision to leave at eighteen, she lost nearly everything – her community, her identity, and most painfully, her family. Five of her six siblings remain in the cult, and she's had no contact with them for thirty years. The cult teaches that those who leave are "dead," effectively erasing their existence from the community's collective memory.Despite these profound losses, Tonya has rebuilt her life on her own terms, reconnecting with the spiritual gifts she was forced to suppress as a child. Now a healer, ghost hunter, and author of the children's book "Whispers from the Farm," she helps others – particularly sensitive children – embrace their unique perceptions of the world without fear or shame.Her story is a powerful testament to resilience and authenticity. As Tonya puts it: "Don't be scared to be weird. Just be authentically yourself... The right people will find you." For anyone struggling to break free from controlling relationships or ideologies, her journey offers both hope and a roadmap to reclaiming your true self.Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Author Bryn Pottie joins us At Jungle Jims Eatery for a few pints of Blue Moon as we dive into his new book titled, 'The Great Lunenburglary' - A hilariously silly and hearfelt novel for casual readers about two teenage kids in the 1920s who steal the famed Bluenose.We learn a ton about Bryn, from how he toured for nearly eight years with parody comedy/slam poetry duo called the Definition of Knowledge, writing for the Beaverton, and how a job as a Captioner for television shows can actually help in making you a better writer. "The Great Lunenburglary. will be hitting local bookstores soon but you can buy June 12th online . We read a few bits in this episode, and we have to join the many accomplished writers, actors and humorists who agree that Bryn's new book is an entertaining read. https://www.brynpottie.com/https://www.amazon.ca/Great-Lunenburglary-Bryn-Pottie/dp/1998149730#afternoonpint #authors #comedySend us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Michelle Niemeyer is a Time Management Expert, Keynote Speaker and Productivity Consultant. She came on our show earlier this year to talk about maybe the most precious resource in our day to day lives, time itself. Michelle shares her time management philosophy called "The Art of Bending Time," which helps people connect the dots between different aspects of their lives to create synergies and accelerate goal achievement.She shares how Time management is about creating clarity on what truly energizes you. Finding your passion isn't about grand goals but identifying what makes you "light up"Join us for a refreshing pint and conversation, this time done over ZOOM across borders from the Great Canadian North to Miami, Florida. Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show. 

Brad Farquhar didn't follow the path that most would when he moved into his Halifax apartment and found his internet costs were too high… He started his own internet company! Named after Seth Godin's influential marketing book about standing out from the crowd, Purple Cow Internet was born with a simple mission: offer reliable internet at half the price of the big companies. Six years later, Brad's company has grown to 57 employees serving customers across Nova Scotia, PEI, and Newfoundland. This episode also shares an exciting new development that Purple Cow is working on to make internet speeds even faster. If you’re interested in joining the internet revol’MOO’tion, Visit purplecowinternet.com and learn how YOU can join the herd. (See what we did there :D)Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be Just A Dream. Today's show is brought to you by Kimia Nejat of Exit Reality Metro. Kimia is the realtor who knows how to get things done. Buying or Selling? Go to afternoonpint.ca/kimia and we will set up an introductionSupport the showFind The Afternoon Pint on Youtube Facebook  Instagram & TikTokBuy merch, get out newsletter, or book some of Afternoon Pints Media Talent on our website: www.afternoonpint.ca#afternoonpint #entrepreneur #popculture #authors #actors #politics #money #music #popular #movies #canadalife #madeincanadaYour follows likes and subscribes help support Canadian Made Media. Please drop us a line and let us know if you are enjoying the show.