Beste Canadian Food Focus podcaster (2024)

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Tech tumbles 📉 — Technology stocks take a tumble. Bank of Canada cuts rates again. 7:10

1d ago7:10

7:10

In the 2003 hit movie Freaky Friday, a mother and daughter played by Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan wake up one morning and find their lives have been switched. In March 2022, Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem said aggressive rate hikes were needed to quickly tamp down inflation, but that they’d only be temporary. Celebrating something? Let …

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A record setting raise 💸 — Investors dust off their chequebooks. Greenwashing needs a clearer definition. 6:46

2d ago6:46

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Here’s something to celebrate: After a year of penny-pinching tied to high interest rates and economic uncertainty, money is flowing into Canadian technology companies again. Not sure what “greenwashing” is? Canadian companies are right there with you. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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Big ZZZs 💤 — A deal to buy Sleep Country, Airlines aren’t making money. 6:23

3d ago6:23

6:23

Sleep Country is putting its run as a public company to bed. The Farnborough International Airshow, one of the world’s largest aviation trade shows, kicked off yesterday amid some industry turbulence. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TOAv The Peak / Curiouscast

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Pivoting from Petroleum to EV: How One Engineer is Revolutionizing Roadside Assistance 36:11

4d ago36:11

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Temi Okesanya, a petroleum engineering master's graduate from the University of Alberta, shared his inspiring career journey on the Back to Business: Calgary podcast. His path in the oil and gas industry took unexpected turns, from technical roles to product management, all fueled by the power of networking. Temi's entrepreneurial drive was ignited…

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Potayto, potahto 🗑️ — Ford chooses pick-ups over EVs. 6:34

7d ago6:34

6:34

Like a legacy rock band trying to cater to their audience, Ford is sticking to the hits at the expense of the new stuff. Alberta may be known mostly for its mountains, big steaks, and rodeos, but these days, it’s found itself a new claim to fame: potatoes. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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Waste-less 🗑️ — Home construction slows, Grocery giants tackle food waste. 6:57

9d ago6:57

6:57

Nearly every government in Canada — at all levels and all political stripes — say they want more houses built. New data from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) shows the opposite is happening. More grocery stores in your neighbourhood could soon be offering you oddly shaped tomatoes and soon-to-be-expired cartons of yogurt for cheap…

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Weekend getaway 🚢 — Speeding up digital payments, New cruise ship focuses on weekend energy. 7:25

10d ago7:25

7:25

Canada is the only G20 country without an updated digital payments system. Interac’s new CEO wants to change that ASAP. The world’s second-largest cruise ship will make its maiden voyage this week, but it won’t be a long one. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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Target practice 🎯 — Canada promises to hit NATO defence target, AI goals are fuelling layoffs. 21:58

14d ago21:58

21:58

After being the NATO punching bag this week in D.C., Canada has finally given its allies what they wanted… sort of. AI really is taking away jobs, just not in the way you might think. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TOAv The Peak / Curiouscast

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Where’s my charge 🚗 — New chargers coming. Etsy pivots away from rivals in e-commerce race. 23:11

15d ago23:11

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A plan for a continental electric vehicle charging network is bringing together big names like it’s a Team USA basketball roster. The go-to site to buy quirky Christmas gifts for your friends and family is leaning back into its homemade, one-of-one vibe. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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On the nose 👃 — Walmart introduces sensory-friendly hours. 8:22

17d ago8:22

8:22

Will future generations know the unrivalled thrill of getting a crisp $50 bill from your grandma on your birthday? We’re not so sure. Walmart has made itself more attractive to shoppers who hate bright fluorescents and buzzing PA systems. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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Creating Inclusive Communities: Supporting Immigrants' Mental Health Needs 29:03

18d ago29:03

29:03

Sherri Shergill, a Calgary native, is a licensed therapist with a background in communications and a master's in clinical psychology. Her dedication to supporting vulnerable populations and racialized communities has earned her recognition, including a top 40 under 40 honor. Sherri's experience extends beyond Canadian borders, having worked on ment…

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No wheels 🚗 — Uber wants you to give up your ride. Canadian space tech developer lands $1 billion funding. 6:47

28d ago6:47

6:47

NASA’s next moon mission will be getting a (literal) hand from a Canadian company. Kind of like when John Lennon asked us to imagine life without possessions, Uber is asking Canadians to imagine life without a car. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TOAv The Peak / Curiouscast

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Bus business 🚌 — Risky bus-iness. Canada must step up to realize its green hydrogen dreams. 7:20

1M ago7:20

7:20

The wheels on the bus go round and round… as long as the bus operator can stay in business. Canada wants to be a top-three global green hydrogen producer by mid-century, but like your buddy training to run a marathon this year, a lot of work still needs to be done. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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Collaborating for Change: Innovative Ways Businesses Can Support the Calgary Food Bank 29:22

1M ago29:22

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Melissa From serves as the President and CEO of the Calgary Petroleum Club Bank, boasting a robust 20-year tenure in the nonprofit sector. Her career encompasses the establishment and expansion of the International Justice Mission, a startup nonprofit that has since flourished into a multi-million dollar organization dedicated to rescuing victims o…

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Temporary residents 🇨🇦 — Has Canada reached peak immigration? 7:29

1M ago7:29

7:29

Canadian employers are planning to hand out fewer promotions this year than in 2023, leaving less opportunity for a new crop of entry-level employees to get their foot in the door. Canada’s surge in temporary residents might be, well, temporary. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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What is a Smart Farm? 27:26

1M ago27:26

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We live in an age where technology is ever changing. Advancements in communication, transportation and health care seem to be seen and understood across this country, but what about new tech when it comes to food production? Olds College in Olds, Alberta specializes in testing new technologies that can be implemented on Canadian farms and ranches. …

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Money bags 💰 — Canadian households got richer last quarter. 5:10

1M ago5:10

5:10

With foreign fast food brands like Shake Shack, Pret A Manger, and Jersey Mike’s entering the Canadian market in recent months, the battle for your lunch money is getting heated. Western countries are taking the ‘if you can’t beat ’em, tax ’em’ approach to Chinese electric vehicle competition. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepea…

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Peak oil 🛢️ — How to stop Chinese EVs. Stopping the Chinese EV takeover. 7:49

1M ago7:49

7:49

A new report paints a future where oil will be less like ‘black gold’ and more like ‘black tin’ — still valuable, but not that valuable. Western countries are taking the ‘if you can’t beat ’em, tax ’em’ approach to Chinese electric vehicle competition. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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Banana energy 🍌 — Canada Growth Fund makes its next pick. IPO now stands for ‘I’d-rather-go Private, Okay’. 7:02

1M ago7:02

7:02

A Calgary-based company that promises to turn banana peels into electricity, is the latest name to sign a deal with Ottawa’s clean energy investment arm. Newcomers to the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) are filing out like bar patrons after last call. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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Developing an Eye for Opportunity: Turning Photography into a Thriving Business 38:33

2M ago38:33

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Cedna Todorovic, an accomplished and renowned photographer, has embarked on a fascinating journey from the corporate realm to entrepreneurial success. With two decades of experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain management, project services, and business process improvement, Cedna's transition into a full-time photographer and the founder of …

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Hollywood treatment 🎥 — Amazon launches an NHL show. Regulators planning AI crackdown. 7:37

2M ago7:37

7:37

In the days leading up to the Stanley Cup Final, ****Prime Video has announced it’s launching a new NHL docuseries. With company values skyrocketing and their CEOs acting like rock stars, U.S. regulators are ready to rein in the AI giants. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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Taking off 🚀– Boeing sends a capsule to space, Gordie Howe Bridge nears completion. 6:43

2M ago6:43

6:43

After years of hard work and numerous setbacks, Boeing has sent astronauts into space — and without any windshield cracks or doors blowing off. After nearly six years of construction, the biggest bridge to ever connect Canada and the U.S. is now just 11 metres away from completion. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.c…

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Streamer tax 💵 – Interest rate decision day is here, Streamers ordered to fund Canadian content 8:13

2M ago8:13

8:13

With inflation stabilizing below 3% and the economy slowing, Bank of Canada (BoC) Governor Tiff “Big Mack” Macklem is expected to finally cut its policy rate today from 5% to 4.75%. Paw Patrol has been doing a great job carrying the Canadian film industry on its back lately, but Ottawa is keen on bringing in some reinforcements. Celebrating somethi…

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Second wind 💨– An Olympics competitor sprints to the front. A second wind for Canadian power. 6:37

2M ago6:37

6:37

In track and field, nothing inspires elite athletes more than the chance at eternal glory… though $150,000 could prove even more inspiring. Hydro-Québec should start calling itself Hydro-and-Wind-Québec — on account of all the dang windmills it’s planning to build. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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Hanging up 📞 – “Alberta is calling” may have backfired. Banks earnings season comes to a close. 8:23

2M ago8:23

8:23

With the promise of cheap housing and good jobs filling subway and billboard ads across the country, herds of young people have moved to Alberta’s comparatively cheaper pastures. Canadian lenders are still feeling the effects of high interest rates on earnings, but more deal-making helped offset losses — even as the mean ol’ Bank of Canada waits to…

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Movie hangover 🎥– Barbenheimer box office hangover, Windsor’s plan to save its downtown. 7:41

2M ago7:41

7:41

This past weekend, Canadian and U.S. box office numbers were down 40% compared to last year, after disappointing new releases by both Furiosa and Garfield. In fact, it was one of the weakest Memorial Day weekends seen at the movies since the early 1980s. As cities across Canada grapple with high office vacancy rates, Windsor has rolled out a $3.2 m…

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Future Proofing Careers: Helping Students and Small Businesses Adapt and Thrive 31:14

2M ago31:14

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D'Andre Wilson-Ihejirika, a former engineer with a passion for education and mentorship, has made significant strides in bridging the gap between academia and industry. Her involvement in engineering outreach and the establishment of a nonprofit aimed at promoting STEM fields showcases her dedication to engaging youth in entrepreneurship and techno…

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No baggage ✈️ – WestJet rolls out cheap seats, Shein and Temu imports are overwhelming. 5:54

2M ago5:54

5:54

Air travel is starting to feel more and more like building a Chipotle bowl: If you want the good stuff, it’s going to cost you. Online bargain bin giants like Shein and Temu have benefitted from long-standing tax breaks forgoing duties on foreign packages under a certain price threshold, but that might soon end. Celebrating something? Let us know h…

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Low risk 📊— Troubling times for Lululemon, Pension plans are lowering risk. 7:57

2M ago7:57

7:57

Tariffs recently announced by the U.S. on a slew of Chinese imports have forced Canada to answer some tough questions about its climate plans. Western Canada has seen an early start to the wildfire season, but some new high-tech cameras are proving to be a powerful weapon for fighting the flames. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://the…

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What is Vertical Farming? 33:20

2M ago33:20

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One of the biggest risks in producing food is the weather. Uncertainty around rain, heat, frost, wind and other weather-related disasters results in a lot of sleepless nights for farmers and ranchers in this country. But what if we take the largest risk out of the equation? Vertical farming has been developing throughout Canada as a method to reduc…

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Trade tribulations 🚙— Canada has a tariff dilemma. AI cameras notch assist in wildfire fight. 7:56

2M ago7:56

7:56

Tariffs recently announced by the U.S. on a slew of Chinese imports have forced Canada to answer some tough questions about its climate plans. Western Canada has seen an early start to the wildfire season, but some new high-tech cameras are proving to be a powerful weapon for fighting the flames. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://the…

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Up in flames 🔥 — Phoenix is burning cash, Via Rail ridership is up. 8:39

2M ago8:39

8:39

Jumping on the train might seem like a nice alternative to a traffic jam… until you realize your train is also sitting in a traffic jam. Unlike the mythological bird of the same name, the federal government’s Phoenix payroll system is not going to rise from the ashes. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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High fashion 🧥 — Canada Goose gets creative. Netflix gets into the NFL. 7:03

2M ago7:03

7:03

Canada Goose — the iconic Canadian brand that began by making jackets for park rangers before pivoting to making status symbols for Bay Street traders — is getting even bougier. The value of global sports TV contracts is set to reach US$62.4 billion this year. The NFL alone accounts for ~20% of that total. Celebrating something? Let us know here: h…

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Northern lights 🌌 — Solar storm exposes risks for farmers. Ontario will start banning car thieves from driving. 8:05

2M ago8:05

8:05

A powerful solar storm over the weekend created more than a brilliant light show for people across the country — it also caused technological headaches for farmers. To curb rising auto theft in the province, the Ontario government is taking a page out of our parents’ playbook and threatening to take away driving privileges: A new law will introduce…

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Encoure 📈 — Meme stocks vie for an encore. Cineplex leans into premium experiences. 7:52

2M ago7:52

7:52

GameStop shares surged ~72% yesterday after Keith Gill, the man best known for driving the meme stock mania of 2021 under the name “Roaring Kitty,” came back onto social media after a three-year hiatus. As of writing, the X post has attracted more than 16 million views. Movie theatres hope that adding a few bells and whistles will distract you from…

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Stampeding into the Community: How the Calgary Stampeders Impact Local Charities 24:22

2M ago24:22

24:22

Jay McNeil, a former player for the Calgary Stampeders and the current President, brings a wealth of firsthand experience to the discussion of the team's impact on the local community. With an extensive background in both on-field performance and administrative leadership, Jay offers a unique perspective on the Calgary Stampeders' role in shaping t…

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Business students 👩‍💼 — The business of international students. El Niño is ending soon, but summer is still looking hot. 8:00

3M ago8:00

8:00

Despite glaring labour shortages in sectors like healthcare, education and skilled trades, Canada has long favoured business students when granting international student visas. On the docket for this summer: worship the sun, rediscover that you have a personality, and… the weather pattern change you learned about in Grade 8? Celebrating something? …

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Lethal lemonades 🍋 — B.C. re-criminalizes public drug use. Canadian cities tease car-free summer. 8:01

3M ago8:01

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Don’t do illicit drugs in public in B.C. It’s, once again, illegal. And also, ya know, dangerous. Once crowned the world’s coolest street, a bustling stretch of Montreal’s Wellington Street will be off-limits to cars this summer. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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Fired up 🔥— Northvolt protests get extreme, Intact is fireproofing homes. 7:37

3M ago7:37

7:37

If you’re having a bad start to the work day, at least be grateful you don’t have to deal with Molotov cocktails at the workplace. Intact, a property insurer, is launching a pilot program to reduce wildfire the damage to homes in Western Canada this year. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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Dirty laundry 🧺 — Wegovy comes to Canada, TD embroiled in U.S. investigation 9:12

3M ago9:12

9:12

After filling doctors' prescription pads in the U.S., Wegovy is taking its talents north of the border. For well over a year, Bay Street wondered what TD had done to find itself at the heart of a U.S. money laundering probe. After a long, mysterious wait, we’ve got some answers. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/…

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Don’t snooze on cruises 🚢 — Ontario tries to bolster the trades, Cruise IPO sets sail, Houthis expand attacks. 7:34

3M ago7:34

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Ontario is hoping the promise of less time sitting in the classroom will convince more students to swap their notebooks for hard hats. As post-IPO performances from shoe brands and vanity social media platforms disappoint, investors are looking to the Seven Seas for new buys. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/…

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Ready to roll — Trans Mountain expansion opens, Businesses are jet-setting, Saying bye to coal. 7:35

3M ago7:35

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For the last decade, the Trans Mountain pipeline has been like the kid that just keeps asking their parents for more money. Today, it finally has something to show for all that cash. After a three-year hiatus, business travellers are wiping the dust off their old carry-ons and saying sayonara to their home offices. Celebrating something? Let us kno…

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Fed-up grocers 🛒 — Fed-up shoppers plot Loblaw boycott. Feds impose new cap on foreign student work hours 23:35

3M ago23:35

23:35

For thousands of Canadians, their relationship with Loblaws has reached the breaking point. Many of us feel like we work too many hours, though almost none of us are told this by the federal government. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TOAv The Peak / Curiouscast

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Young Leader Drives Calgary's Construction Comeback 36:02

3M ago36:02

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Kate Briscoe, a proud Calgarian with a civil engineering background, brings a fresh and practical approach to commercial real estate and construction project management. Her hands-on experience on construction sites in Calgary has fueled her passion for the industry's tangible nature. As a pivotal figure in M3's journey, she has played a crucial ro…

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Prime time 🏀 — Amazon locks up NBA deal, the Yen keeps falling. 18:36

3M ago18:36

18:36

Amazon is spending billions of dollars to make sure fans have to get Prime to watch the Raptors lose. Now might be a good time to book that trip to Japan you’ve been dreaming of because your loonie is going to go a lot further than it used to. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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Productivity problems 📉 — Honda’s $15 billion EV bet, The GDP per capita dips. 19:21

3M ago19:21

19:21

Like a rapper officially releasing a leaked diss track, Honda has dropped a long-awaited project that’s making waves throughout the industry. Even with AI tools, highly caffeinated beverages, and a roster of podcasts eager to tell us all how to work “smarter,” Canadians are in a bit of a productivity slump. Celebrating something? Let us know here: …

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Healthy pop 🥤 — Indigenous investing rises, Healthy pop is popping off. 8:53

3M ago8:53

8:53

Just like a space probe hurtling through deep space, Indigenous investing is only going up. The way things are trending, a nice fizzy drink could soon replace your morning vitamins. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TOAv The Peak / Curiouscast

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Grocers wanted 🛒 — Feds lure global grocers, A new inflation theory. 7:45

3M ago7:45

7:45

Things coming to Canada this year: Shake Shack, the Eras Tour, and… a unionized Amazon warehouse? A group of delegates will spend the week in the nation's capital comparing notes on why plastic is, in fact, not so fantastic. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO…

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