The Winning in Winnipeg Podcast
We talk to Winnipeg business owners, leaders, executives, entrepreneurs, and local celebrities. We get to learn who they are, their stories, and we get to hear their perspective on what‘s going on in Winnipeg and their businesses
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Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Don Amero is all about spreading love through music. Is there a better way?
Don Amero is a celebrated and Juno-nominated country and folk singer-songwriter straight from the heart of Winnipeg! In this incredible episode, Don shares insights on music, authenticity, the creative process, indigenous history and identity, the power of music and so much more.
Don also gets candid about his roots, the challenges social media presents in everyday life, and breaking down the concept of success. Don also delves into insights on his new music project - Broken Record.
Don's story is one of authenticity, passion, triumph, and human connection, all in the spirit of this amazing city, Winnipeg.
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Website: https://donamero.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donamero/?hl=en
YouTube: @DonAmeroMusic
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/donameromusic
Twitter: twitter.com/donaldamero
Roots of Love Children's Book:
https://www.yairus.ca/authors/don-amero
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Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-winning-in-winnipeg-podcast/id1639621311
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Podbean: https://wpgbusiness.podbean.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdS1VVdejoxRlh2HXkw3UoA
@thewinninginwinnipegpodcast is your premier business podcast, featuring great conversations with local entrepreneurs, business owners, and other celebrities who are absolutely killing it! Learn who they are, and what makes them tick, and get an inside look into the ins and outs of their unique industries.
Follow @thewinninginwinnipegpodcast so you don't miss a single episode!
\\ EMMETT LEO HOMES \\
Dan Nagy is the founder of Emmett Leo Homes, a luxury custom home-building company in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He is also the face of @EmmettLeoHomes on YouTube, where he shares insights into everything custom home building to empower viewers to be more equipped to tackle their own projects.
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Meet Leah Hextall, the first female NHL play-by-play announcer who started as a small-town reporter and ended up working for #ESPN! Leah recently made an incredible keynote speech at #TCSLive called "Not One of the Boys" - definitely a MUST listen.
In this incredible conversation, Leah gets real about the preparation required to call games at a national level, the criticisms she's faced as a "first", and her passion for making an impact on hockey culture. We discuss how she skyrocketed to the big leagues, her advice for women looking to break barriers in male-dominated fields, why she is driven to represent women in hockey, how she handles negativity and self-doubt, and SO MUCH MORE!
With incredible hard work, discipline, and grit, Leah is paving the way for more women to see themselves at the top levels of sports media.
Listen to the full conversation now!
* Watch “Not One of the Boys” Keynote:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHJU9RzyYik
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00:00 - The Reality of Being a Trailblazer
01:32 - Introducing Leah Hextall
06:59 - From Local to International Broadcasting
13:06 - Working in Winnipeg VS Elsewhere
15:08 - Sports, Passion & Family
20:57 - The Insane Pace of Sport Commentary
28:30 - Memorable Moments
33:57 - Changes In Tech, Tracking Stats & Data
38:31 - 'Not One of the Boys' - #TCSLive Keynote Speech
52:57 - Strengthening The Mind
01:02:24 - Common Misconceptions About My Career
01:05:47 - Hardest Part Of The Job & Being a Role Model
01:11:00 - Maintaining A Passion For the Job
01:15:16 - Time in Politics
01:21:07 - Daily Routine
01:24:12 - Future Goals
01:30:49 - Wrapping Up
\\ GUEST LINKS \\
Website: https://www.leahhextall.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leahhextall/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahhextall/?originalSubdomain=ca
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ZTEyelsxoSO5gH2OArmVg?si=6ad88429dffe46ea
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-winning-in-winnipeg-podcast/id1639621311
IHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-winning-in-winnipeg-bu-87292041/
Podbean: https://wpgbusiness.podbean.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdS1VVdejoxRlh2HXkw3UoA
@thewinninginwinnipegpodcast is your premier business podcast, featuring great conversations with local entrepreneurs, business owners and other celebrities who are absolutely killing it! Learn who they are, and what makes them tick, and get an inside look into the ins and outs of their unique industries.
#hextall #notoneoftheboys #womeninsports #first #nhlannouncer
\\ EMMETT LEO HOMES \\
Dan Nagy is the founder of Emmett Leo Homes, a luxury custom home-building company in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He is also the face of @EmmettLeoHomes on YouTube, where he shares insights into everything custom home building to empower viewers to be more equipped to tackle their own projects.
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
What's the best thing you can do to improve your health in 2024? The answer might be more straight-forward than you think!
Meet Dr. Pascal Breton, a Chiropractor at Lindenwoods Chiropractic Clinic in Winnipeg. In this re-mastered re-release of our conversation almost 30 episodes ago, I pick Dr. Breton's brain about the power of movement - how something so simple as getting up and moving more can transform someone's health.
We discuss everything from the history of chiropractic, Dr. Breton's journey as an entrepreneur, his perspectives on success, mindset, and even parenting! This episode is packed with amazing insights you do NOT want to miss.
\\ GUEST LINKS \\
Website: https://www.lindenwoodschiropractic.com/
Instagram: @lindenwoodschiropractic
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LindenwoodsChiropractic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pascal.lwc/?hl=en
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ZTEyelsxoSO5gH2OArmVg?si=6ad88429dffe46ea
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-winning-in-winnipeg-podcast/id1639621311
IHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-winning-in-winnipeg-bu-87292041/
Podbean: https://wpgbusiness.podbean.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdS1VVdejoxRlh2HXkw3UoA
@thewinninginwinnipegpodcast is your premier business podcast, featuring great conversations with local entrepreneurs, business owners and other celebrities who are absolutely killing it! Learn who they are, and what makes them tick, and get an inside look into the ins and outs of their unique industries.
Follow @thewinninginwinnipegpodcast so you don't miss a single episode!
\\ EMMETT LEO HOMES \\
Dan Nagy is the founder of Emmett Leo Homes, a luxury custom home-building company in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He is also the face of @EmmettLeoHomes on YouTube, where he shares insights into everything custom home building to empower viewers to be more equipped to tackle their own projects.
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
From side hustlers to thriving Winnipeg entrepreneurs: the magic of 6 Degrees Photobooth and the power couple behind it.
Meet Christina and Sambath San, the inspirational power couple behind Winnipeg's incredibly successful 6 Degrees Photobooth company. In this episode, we dive into their story of how they took a part-time photobooth business and transformed it into a full-fledged venture that captures lasting memories at events across the city. We explore the unique challenges they faced, key insights as business owners, and the unique challenges of operating a business with a life partner. Get ready to be motivated!
\\ GUEST LINKS \\
Website: https://www.6degreesphotobooth.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/6degreesphotobooth
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6-degrees-photobooth/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/6degreesphotobooth/
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\\ LISTEN \\
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ZTEyelsxoSO5gH2OArmVg?si=6ad88429dffe46ea
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-winning-in-winnipeg-podcast/id1639621311
IHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-winning-in-winnipeg-bu-87292041/
Podbean: https://wpgbusiness.podbean.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCdS1VVdejoxRlh2HXkw3UoA
Winning in Winnipeg is your premier business podcast, featuring great conversations with local entrepreneurs, business owners and other celebrities who are absolutely killing it! Learn who they are, and what makes them tick, and get an inside look into the ins and outs of their unique industries.
Follow the Winning in Winnipeg Podcast so you don't miss a single episode!
\\ EMMETT LEO HOMES \\
Dan Nagy is the founder of Emmett Leo Homes, a luxury custom home-building company in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He is also the face of @EmmettLeoHomes on YouTube, where he shares insights into everything custom home building to empower viewers to be more equipped to tackle their own projects.
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Meet Sandra Hodzic, daughter of an immigrant family who struggled to belong but ultimately overcame hardship and self-doubt to reinvent herself. After an unexpected career in government, she took a leap into entrepreneurship to create positive change in her community. Sandra is a public sector leader, innovator, entrepreneur, peer-reviewed author, keynote speaker, facilitator, strategist, business consultant, and much more!! Learn how Sandra transformed obstacles into opportunities on her inspiring journey of resilience and growth. Discover the wisdom she gained from reinventing herself and the powerful mindset shifts that allowed this underdog to turn challenges into change-making.
Subscribe to the podcast for more incredible conversations with leading business owners, entrepreneurs, and change-makers in the city!
\\ GUEST LINKS \\
Website: https://www.sandrahodzic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandrina.nechu/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-hod%C5%BEi%C4%87-falk-mpa-mba-67467794/
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@winninginwinnipeg636
\\ LISTEN \\
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ZTEyelsxoSO5gH2OArmVg?si=6ad88429dffe46ea
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-winning-in-winnipeg-podcast/id1639621311
IHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-winning-in-winnipeg-bu-87292041/
Podbean: https://wpgbusiness.podbean.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@winninginwinnipeg636
Winning in Winnipeg is your premier business podcast, featuring great conversations with local entrepreneurs, business owners and other celebrities who are absolutely killing it! Learn who they are, and what makes them tick, and get an inside look into the ins and outs of their unique industries.
Follow the Winning in Winnipeg podcast so you don't miss a single conversation!
\\ EMMETT LEO HOMES \\
Dan Nagy is the founder of Emmett Leo Homes, a luxury custom home-building company in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He is also the face of @EmmettLeoHomes on YouTube, where he shares insights into everything custom home building to empower viewers to be more equipped to tackle their own projects.
Sunday Sep 24, 2023
Sunday Sep 24, 2023
What Can Entrepreneurs Learn from McDonalds? Turns out, a TON!
Meet Dave Watson, owner of the Chamois Car Wash in Winnipeg. Dave is applying the McDonald's business model of franchising to his own niche! In this episode, we discuss his business philosophy, how he has navigated recessions, the importance of systemization, attention to detail, and creating memorable experiences for every customer.
Watson shares his journey from gas station manager to franchise Owner, the lessons he learned from his father, and the importance of caring deeply about your work. Tune in for an insightful chat with this car wash mogul!
\\ GUEST LINKS \\
Website: https://www.thechamois.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheChamois
Twitter: https://twitter.com/chamoiscarwash
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/chamoiscarwash
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ZTEyelsxoSO5gH2OArmVg?si=6ad88429dffe46ea
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-winning-in-winnipeg-podcast/id1639621311
IHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-winning-in-winnipeg-bu-87292041/
Podbean: https://wpgbusiness.podbean.com/
@winninginwinnipeg636 is Winnipeg's premiere business podcast features great conversations with local entrepreneurs, business owners and other celebrities who are absolutely killing it! Learn who they are, and what makes them tick, and get an inside look into the ins and outs of their unique industries.
Follow @winninginwinnipeg636 so you don't miss a single episode!
\\ EMMETT LEO HOMES \\
Dan Nagy is the founder of Emmett Leo Homes, a luxury custom home-building company in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He is also the face of @EmmettLeoHomes on YouTube, where he shares insights into everything custom home building to empower viewers to be more equipped to tackle their own projects.
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Does good journalism still matter in the age of TikTok? Nicole Dubé, former CTV reporter turned messaging guru, reflects on her incredible career and shares what's still to come!
Nicole Dubé left CTV News to pivot toward strategic messaging and media training. Discovering meditation during the pandemic lead her to reevaluate and start her own consulting business helping clients craft compelling messaging. We discuss her story, the evolving role of journalists in Canada and the world at large, and why good journalism is more important now than ever!
Subscribe to @winninginwinnipeg636 for more conversations from some of the best business owners and entrepreneurs in the heart of the 'peg.
\\ GUEST LINKS \\
Website: https://www.nicoledubemedia.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoledubemedia/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/NicoleDubeMedia
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-dub%C3%A9-0b74915a/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nicoledubemedia
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ZTEyelsxoSO5gH2OArmVg?si=6ad88429dffe46ea
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-winning-in-winnipeg-podcast/id1639621311
IHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-winning-in-winnipeg-bu-87292041/
Podbean: https://wpgbusiness.podbean.com/
The Winning in Winnipeg Podcast features great conversations with entrepreneurs, business owners and local Winnipeg celebrities! Learn who they are and what makes them tick, and get an inside look into the in's and out's of their unique industries.
\\ EMMETT LEO HOMES \\
https://emmettleohomes.com/
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Profit and navigate the market like a pro with insights from Winnipeg's own real estate broker Akash Bedi!
In this episode I sit down with one of Winnipeg's top real estate brokers and owner of two REMAX executive offices, Akash Bedi, to uncover the truth about the local housing scene and explore the challenges of charting a path to success in the industry.
With over 117 agents under his umbrella, Akash has his finger on the pulse of Winnipeg real estate. Throughout this conversation, Akash uncovers the inner workings of the industry, the hardest parts of owning a brokerage and Akash's own personal approach to finding and maintaining a work-life balance.
We also dive into the role of social media marketing, managing finances as a realtor, the opportunities for growth in Winnipeg, and how our real estate market compares to bigger cities across Canada.
If you're a real estate professional, investor, or just interested in learning what's happening in Winnipeg housing in 2023, you don't want to miss this info-packed discussion. Akash's transparency and strategic insights are truly second to none.
Enjoy the conversation and don't forget to subscribe for more incredible conversations straight from the heart of the 'peg.
\\ GUEST LINKS \\
REMAX: https://www.remax.ca/mb/akash-bedi-120059-ag
REMAX Winnipeg: https://www.instagram.com/remax_execs_wpg/?hl=en
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/bediteam
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bediteam/?hl=en
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ZTEyelsxoSO5gH2OArmVg?si=6ad88429dffe46ea
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-winning-in-winnipeg-podcast/id1639621311
IHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-winning-in-winnipeg-bu-87292041/
Podbean: https://wpgbusiness.podbean.com/
The Winning in Winnipeg Podcast features great conversations with entrepreneurs, business owners and local Winnipeg celebrities! Learn who they are and what makes them tick, and get an inside look into the in's and out's of their unique industries.
Subscribe to the Winning in Winnipeg Podcast for more amazing conversations straight from the heart of Winnipeg!
\\ EMMETT LEO HOMES \\
https://emmettleohomes.com/
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
This week's guest is Leilah Perchaluk, founder of Knew House in Winnipeg! Leilah started in archaeology and after a brief foray into the insurance industry founded Knew House to help meet the need for a community of entrepreneurs, business owners and other female leaders in Winnipeg.
We dive into Leilah's unique entrepreneurial journey, the highs and lows of running a business, the importance of creating authentic connections and all the roadblocks she faced along the way. Leilah is incredibly honest and candid about her journey and this conversation offers many invaluable insights for entrepreneurs and leaders trying to navigate the challenging business landscape.
Enjoy the episode, and make sure to follow the Winning in Winnipeg Podcast for more inspiring stories from the heart of city!
\\ GUEST LINKS \\
Knew House Website: https://www.knew.house/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/knew-house/?viewAsMember=true
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knew.house/
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ZTEyelsxoSO5gH2OArmVg?si=6ad88429dffe46ea
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-winning-in-winnipeg-podcast/id1639621311
IHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-winning-in-winnipeg-bu-87292041/
Podbean: https://wpgbusiness.podbean.com/
\\ EMMETT LEO HOMES \\
https://emmettleohomes.com/
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
In this episode of Winning in Winnipeg, I interview Debbie Golub and Amanda Minuk, the founders of 'Design Shop' in Winnipeg.
Surpassing their five-year goals within just 18 months, Design Shop has an incredible reputation and is in high demand with builders, architects and other clients in the city. Amanda and Debbie themselves are not only fun and energetic, but incredible at what they do, bringing great principles and values to a challenging industry.
In this episode, we explore the secrets behind Design Shop's extraordinary rise to success and explore Debbie and Amanda's unwavering dedication to collaboration, mutual trust and transformative design.
Enjoy the episode!
\\ GUEST LINKS \\
Design Shop: https://www.design--shop.com/
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/design-shop-inc?trk=public_profile_topcard-current-company
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designshopwpg/reels/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/designshopinc/
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ZTEyelsxoSO5gH2OArmVg?si=6ad88429dffe46ea
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-winning-in-winnipeg-podcast/id1639621311
IHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-winning-in-winnipeg-bu-87292041/
Podbean: https://wpgbusiness.podbean.com/
\\ EMMETT LEO HOMES \\
https://emmettleohomes.com/