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Episode 35 – Workwear that works for women w/ Alexis Armstrong

Episode 35 – Workwear that works for women w/ Alexis Armstrong

by Web Admin | Jan 3, 2025 | Podcast

Founder of Peggy Workwear, Alexis Armstrong shares her story about what inspired her to create a workwear company designed for women and gender-diverse individuals in trades—and the impact she hopes to make.

Episode 31 – Science and Sips: Behind the Grapevines w/ Severine Pinte

Episode 31 – Science and Sips: Behind the Grapevines w/ Severine Pinte

by Web Admin | Oct 7, 2024 | Podcast

We’ll speak with Severine Pinte, the executive winemaker at Le Vieux Pin and LaStella wineries to discuss the science behind winemaking, the craft and passion involved, her connection to the land and the importance of sustainability in the wine industry.

Episode 30 – Science and Sips: A Cider-Maker’s Story w/ Hallee Fried

Episode 30 – Science and Sips: A Cider-Maker’s Story w/ Hallee Fried

by Web Admin | Sep 16, 2024 | Podcast

Owner of Farmstrong Cider Company, Hallee Fried shares her story of how she got into cider-making, and the labour of love that goes into the craft. She also talks about the challenges faced in the industry, including the impacts of climate change and labour shortages.

Episode 29 – Climate Change Series: Exploring Ecology w/ Dr. Diane Srivastava

Episode 29 – Climate Change Series: Exploring Ecology w/ Dr. Diane Srivastava

by Web Admin | Aug 19, 2024 | Podcast

Dr. Srivastave talks about what drove her curiosity to learn more about the way various species interact with each other and the impact climate change has when researching and gathering data. 

Episode 27 – Climate Change Series: From flames to forecasts w/ Jen Beverly

Episode 27 – Climate Change Series: From flames to forecasts w/ Jen Beverly

by Web Admin | Jun 17, 2024 | Podcast

Jen talks about what drew her to firefighting and wildfire research in our conversation. She also discusses how climate change impacts researchers’ ability to track trends and make forecasts.

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