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Evènements-Emission SpécialeOuverture de la saison estivale des marchés de MontredonA l’occasion du premier marché paysan estival de Montredon, Radio Larzac a animé un plateau radio en direct et en public pour présenter les animations des différents marchés d’été, ainsi que les associations qui les organisent et qui font vivre, par leur action culturelle et de rénovation du bâti, le hameau du Montredon : La librairie La Brebis qui lit, l’association de Montredon et le journal du Larzac solidaire Gardarem Lo Larzac.
Morgane Blanc, éleveuse et habitante de Montredon, présente la vie du hameau et les animations des marchés de l’é...2025-07-1548 minRadio LarzacOuverture de la saison estivale des marchés de MontredonA l’occasion du premier marché paysan estival de Montredon, Radio Larzac a animé un plateau radio en direct et en public pour présenter les animations des différents marchés d’été, ainsi que les associations qui les organisent et qui font vivre, par leur action culturelle et de rénovation du bâti, le hameau du Montredon : La librairie La Brebis qui lit, l’association de Montredon et le journal du Larzac solidaire Gardarem Lo Larzac.
Morgane Blanc, éleveuse et habitante de Montredon, présente la vie du hameau et les animations des marchés de l’é...2025-07-1548 min
L'Actu sur un plateauL’Actu sur un plateau – « Citoyens, Citoyennes… » : Doléances et démocratie – 19 juin 2025Ce mois-ci, William et Sofia traitent de la démocratie participative à l’occasion de l’exposition consacrée aux doléances aveyronnaises de 2019 qui se tient à la Maison de ma Région de Millau jusqu’au 27 juin, à l’initiative du Collectif Doléances Aveyronnaises.
Nous en recevons deux membres :
Nicolas Bourgeon, professeur documentaliste au collège du Larzac, qui revient sur la genèse et le travail de valorisation des doléances mené par le collectif
Éléonore Echene, conseillère municipale de la liste Rodez Citoyen, qui revient sur cette expérience de démocratie horiz...2025-06-1959 minRadio LarzacL’Actu sur un plateau – « Citoyens, Citoyennes… » : Doléances et démocratie – 19 juin 2025Ce mois-ci, William et Sofia traitent de la démocratie participative à l’occasion de l’exposition consacrée aux doléances aveyronnaises de 2019 qui se tient à la Maison de ma Région de Millau jusqu’au 27 juin, à l’initiative du Collectif Doléances Aveyronnaises.
Nous en recevons deux membres :
Nicolas Bourgeon, professeur documentaliste au collège du Larzac, qui revient sur la genèse et le travail de valorisation des doléances mené par le collectif
Éléonore Echene, conseillère municipale de la liste Rodez Citoyen, qui revient sur cette expérience de démocratie horiz...2025-06-1959 minRadio LarzacÀ vos trousses – Gardarem la mémoire (par les élèves du collège du Larzac) – 26 mars 2025Dans cet épisode de « À vos trousses », nous vous proposons le documentaire sonore « Gardarem la mémoire », réalisé par le club radio du collège du Larzac à La Cavalerie.
Sous l’égide des profs Valentin Sanouiller et Nicolas Bourgeon, les élèves participant.e.s ont travaillé sur la lutte du Larzac et sa mémoire :
une histoire que les plus jeunes ont côtoyé de par leurs familles, leurs lieux de vie, et par ce nouveau collège du Larzac qu’ils et elles fréquentent.
Qu’en reste-t’il aujourd’hui, p...2025-03-2034 minEvènements-Emission SpécialeJeux radiophoniques – le Tribunal des Flagrants Doline – 23 décembre 2024Cette semaine, pour terminer l’année, retrouvez dans notre créneau « les jeux radiophoniques de Radio Larzac », le Tribunal des Flagrants Doline !!!
Librement inspiré du « tribunal des Flagrants Délires » qui a fait les beaux jours de France Inter dans les années 80, sous l’égide de Claude Villers avec les inoubliables Pierre Desproges et Luis Régo, cette célèbre émission de radio est transposée au Café-Théâtre par le Théâtre de la Doline.
Le principe est simple : Les comédiens de la Doline vont instruire le procès d’une perso...2024-12-231h 04Radio LarzacJeux radiophoniques – le Tribunal des Flagrants Doline – 23 décembre 2024Cette semaine, pour terminer l’année, retrouvez dans notre créneau « les jeux radiophoniques de Radio Larzac », le Tribunal des Flagrants Doline !!!
Librement inspiré du « tribunal des Flagrants Délires » qui a fait les beaux jours de France Inter dans les années 80, sous l’égide de Claude Villers avec les inoubliables Pierre Desproges et Luis Régo, cette célèbre émission de radio est transposée au Café-Théâtre par le Théâtre de la Doline.
Le principe est simple : Les comédiens de la Doline vont instruire le procès d’une perso...2024-12-231h 04L'Actu sur un plateauL’actu sur un plateau – Tous au compost ! – 21 mars 2024Ce mois-ci et en ce premier jour de printemps, on fait un tour sur des terreaux fertilisés au compost !
Nous recevons Sonia Bidegaray et Marina Maindron de l’association Causses Compost, qui oeuvre pour la réduction, le tri et la valorisation des biodéchets et des déchets verts. Elles nous présentent les nouveautés de l’association et l’initiative Tous au Compost, une quinzaine nationale pour se familiariser avec le compostage. Plusieurs événements de sensibilisation sont prévus à Millau et alentours du 23 mars au 6 avril !
Au programme également, une doub...2024-03-2152 minRadio LarzacL’actu sur un plateau – Tous au compost ! – 21 mars 2024Ce mois-ci et en ce premier jour de printemps, on fait un tour sur des terreaux fertilisés au compost !
Nous recevons Sonia Bidegaray et Marina Maindron de l’association Causses Compost, qui oeuvre pour la réduction, le tri et la valorisation des biodéchets et des déchets verts. Elles nous présentent les nouveautés de l’association et l’initiative Tous au Compost, une quinzaine nationale pour se familiariser avec le compostage. Plusieurs événements de sensibilisation sont prévus à Millau et alentours du 23 mars au 6 avril !
Au programme également, une doub...2024-03-2152 minL'Actu sur un plateauL’actu sur un plateau – la Plume Aveyronnaise, Programmation musicale à la radio et Manif Palestine – 21 décembre 2023Pour cette émission en direct depuis la maison de ma région pour l’expo sur les 20 ans de Radio Larzac,
l’équipe reçoit le collectif « la Plume Aveyronnaise » à l’occasion de la sortie de leur recueil « Au pays des Grands Causses ».
Ensuite, Hugo et Nico reviennent sur la programmation musicale à Radio Larzac :
une mission ouverte aux bénévoles, si vous souhaitez en savoir plus ou vous investir, contactez-nous !
Pour finir, reportage avec le collectif Palestine 12 à l’occasion des rassemblements réguliers organisés Place de la Capelle
pour de...2023-12-221h 00Radio LarzacL’actu sur un plateau – la Plume Aveyronnaise, Programmation musicale à la radio et Manif Palestine – 21 décembre 2023Pour cette émission en direct depuis la maison de ma région pour l’expo sur les 20 ans de Radio Larzac,
l’équipe reçoit le collectif « la Plume Aveyronnaise » à l’occasion de la sortie de leur recueil « Au pays des Grands Causses ».
Ensuite, Hugo et Nico reviennent sur la programmation musicale à Radio Larzac :
une mission ouverte aux bénévoles, si vous souhaitez en savoir plus ou vous investir, contactez-nous !
Pour finir, reportage avec le collectif Palestine 12 à l’occasion des rassemblements réguliers organisés Place de la Capelle
pour de...2023-12-221h 00
Itinéraires sonores en Terrasses du Larzac5 EN Rocks & Landscapes in Terrasses du Larzac appellation Chemin de Croix GignacThis last episode dedicated to the geology of the AOP Terrasses du Larzac brings us to Gignac, at the foot of the Church of Our Lady of Grace (and not Our Lady of Clans as our guide tells us… the latter being located on the shores of Lac du Salagou). The 'Chemin de Croix (Way of the Cross) that passes in front of the church dates from the Miocene epoch (23 - 5.3 million years ago), when the Mediterranean Sea extended right up to this point!
Olivier Jullien, who takes us towards Jonquières...2023-06-1610 min
Itinéraires sonores en Terrasses du Larzac4 - Vignes et Biodiversité en Terrasses du Larzac - le village languedocien de PuéchabonDernier épisode de ce podcast sur la biodiversité au sein de l’AOP Terrasses du Larzac,
Thomas Michel nous invite à observer-écouter la biodiversité qui se niche aussi dans les villages, avec l’exemple de Puéchabon village dont les rues s’enroulent comme une coquille d’escargot, forme typique des villages languedociens nommé « villages en circulade » (et
qui ont inspiré le nom de la balade gastronomique organisée par l’AOP Terrasses du Larzac
chaque premier week-end de juillet : La Circulade vigneronne en Terrasses du Larzac). « On est dans une société où on court dans tous les sens, on va...2023-06-1409 minItinéraires sonores en Terrasses du Larzac4 EN Rocks & Landscapes in Terrasses du Larzac appellation Chapelle Notre Dame de l’HortusOur fourth episode on the geology of the AOP Terrasses du Larzac takes us to the river terraces, almost at the confluence of the Lergue and the Hérault rivers. Shona Gravat-Hodan and Jean-Claude Bousquet explain all.
The Chapel of Notre-Dame de l'Hortus was built at the beginning of the fifteenth century, in an area originally maintained as gardens (les horts). Here we focus upon another defining soil of the AOP Terrasses du Larzac: the rolled pebbles of the river Hérault's alluvial terraces, (also
renowned across the South of France, in the Rhone Valley for examp...2023-06-0908 min
Itinéraires sonores en Terrasses du Larzac3 - Vignes et Biodiversité en Terrasses du Larzac - Le parc de BrissacTroisième épisode et troisième étape autour de la biodiversité, du côté est de l’AOP Terrasses du Larzac, où Thomas Michel nous apprend que le Larzac fut originellement un lagon et le
Massif de la Séranne une barrière de corail… Tout au nord de l’appellation, dans la petite commune de Brissac se trouve la source de l’Avèze, milieu aquatique préservé où nagent des espèces endémiques (le chabot de l’Hérault).
Comment préserver cette riche biodiversité ? Selon Jean-Baptiste Granier : « On ne travaille pas contre la Nature, on travaille...2023-06-0710 minItinéraires sonores en Terrasses du Larzac3 EN Rocks & Landscapes in Terrasses du Larzac appellation Dolmen des IssertsIn this third episode on the geology of the AOP Terrasses du Larzac, our sound itinerary stops at Saint-Jean-de-la-Blaquière, near the site of the Dolmen des Isserts, which bears witness to the richness of the region’s Neolithic history. Humans have also strongly marked the landscape with the (painstaking and exhausting) extraction of the many stones from the ground, using them to build multicoloured dry stone walls and the famous capitelles (drystone walled huts). These also testify to the diversity of the subsoils (sandstone, ruffes, shale, limestone). In this episode, Shona Gravat-Hodan sheds light on how the geology inf...2023-06-0108 min
Itinéraires sonores en Terrasses du Larzac2 - Vignes et Biodiversité en Terrasses du Larzac - La Source de la BuègesSeconde étape de cet itinéraire sonore autour de la biodiversité en AOP Terrasses du Larzac: une cathédrale naturelle qui inspire un recueillement quasiment religieux : la Source de la
Buèges dans l’Hérault. L’AOP Terrasses du Larzac s’étend au Nord le long du Massif de la Séranne vers les Cévennes, notamment dans le cadre préservé de la Vallée de la Buèges. Là
aussi, l’homme a construit de nombreuses terrasses de pierre sèche, en partie aujourd’hui ré-investies par la végétation. Diversité d’oiseaux, de demoiselles ou de ba...2023-05-3109 minItinéraires sonores en Terrasses du Larzac2 EN Rocks & Landscapes in Terrasses du Larzac appellation Baie des VailhesBaie des Vailhès
With the second stage of our geological exploration of the AOP Terrasses du Larzac, our sound route takes us to the Bay of Vailhès on the shores of Lac du Salagou (a national heritage site).
Now a tourist site, but also protected under its Natura 2000 status, Lac du Salagou is in fact an artificial reservoir originally created to promote agricultural irrigation downstream of the lake.
Its construction in the late 1960s profoundly altered the landscape.
Again, Shona guides you in discovering new rocks and formations that...2023-05-2508 min
Itinéraires sonores en Terrasses du Larzac1 - Vignes et Biodiversité en Terrasses du Larzac - Le Pont Du Diable et les Gorges de l'HéraultCe premier épisode de notre podcast « Vignes et Biodiversité en Terrasses du Larzac » vous mène au bord de l’Hérault sur le site du Pont du Diable à l’embouchure des Gorges de l’Hérault (Grand Site de France). Thomas Michel vous fait toucher du doigt la richesse des écosystèmes des ripisylves et des falaises autour du fleuve. Ce fleuve qui a forgé au cours des
ères géologiques diverses terrasses géologiques sur lesquelles se déploie le vignoble de l’AOP Terrasses du Larzac. Julien Zernott évoque l’environnement préservé et sa beauté qui
entourent les...2023-05-2409 minItinéraires sonores en Terrasses du Larzac1 EN Rocks & Landscapes in Terrasses du Larzac appellation La lieude de MerifonsThe ancient fossil site of La Lieude de Mérifons
The first episode of our podcast series dedicated to the geology of the AOP Terrasses du Larzac stops by at the ancient fossil site of La Lieude de Mérifons. This internationally renowned site allows you to discover several geological eras that neatly summarise the history of the geological upheaval that created the subsoils and soils of the terroir(s) here in the AOP Terrasses du Larzac.
It is located near the famous Lac du Salagou (an artificial lake now classed as a nat...2023-05-2310 minItinéraires sonores en Terrasses du Larzac5 - Roches et Paysages en Terrasses du Larzac - Le Chemin de Croix de GignacDernier épisode consacré à la géologie de l’AOP Terrasses du Larzac, cette étape nous amène à Gignac au pied de l’Église Notre-Dame de Grâce (et non Notre Dame des Clans comme nous le dit notre guide… Cette dernière se situant sur les bords du Lac du Salagou). Le chemin de croix qui s’étire au pied de l’église date du Miocène (-23M d’années). A cette époque, la mer Méditerranée s’étirait jusqu’ici ! Olivier Jullien, qui, lui, nous emmène du côté de Jonquières confirme que la diversité géologique imprime les vin...2023-04-1108 minItinéraires sonores en Terrasses du Larzac4 - Roches et Paysages en Terrasses du Larzac - La Chapelle Notre Dame de l'HortusNotre quatrième épisode autour de la géologie de l'AOP Terrasses du Larzac nous emmène dans les parties de terrasses fluviatiles, quasiment à la confluence de la Lergue et de l’Hérault. Shona Gravat-Hodan et Jean-Claude Bousquet vous les décryptent. La Chapelle Notre-Dame de l’Hortus à Ceyras a été construite à l’orée du XVèmesiècle, ; elle témoigne d’une zone utilisée originellement pour les jardins (les horts). Mais, voici autour d’elle un autre sol de l’AOP
Terrasses du Larzac (rendu célèbre dans d’autres lieux fameux du Sud de la Vallée du Rhône)
...2023-04-0407 minItinéraires sonores en Terrasses du LarzacTEASER UK sound Route Rocks & Landscapes in Terrasses du Larzac apellationRocks & Landscapes of the Terrasses du Larzac is the first in a series of podcasts exploring the AOP Terrasses du Larzac (Appellation d'Origine Protégée - Protected Designation of Origin or PDO).
The AOP Terrasses du Larzac was born out of the collective strength and determination of a group of local winegrowers who believed in their terroir. The name "Terrasses du Larzac"
appeared in the late 1990s. It clearly explains the appellation area, as the vines are located in the foothills of the Larzac plateau, flourishing on the fluvial and geo...2023-03-3002 minItinéraires sonores en Terrasses du Larzac3 - Roches et Paysages en Terrasses du Larzac -- Dolmen des IssertsTroisième épisode autour de la géologie de l’AOP Terrasses du Larzac, notre itinéraire sonore s’arrête à St Jean de la Blaquière, à proximité du site du Dolmen des Isserts, témoin aussi de la
richesse de l’histoire néolithique de la région. Les hommes ont aussi fortement marqué le paysage avec le travail (harassant) d’extraction des nombreux cailloux du sol puis de
construction des murs en pierres sèches polychromes et des fameuses capitelles. Ceux-ci témoignent aussi de la diversité des sous-sols (grès, ruffes, schistes, calcaires). Shona Gravat-Hodan nous éclaire...2023-03-2808 min
Itinéraires sonores en Terrasses du Larzac2 - Roches et Paysages en Terrasses du Larzac - La Baie des VailhésSeconde étape de notre exploration de la géologie de l’AOP Terrasses du Larzac,
notre itinéraire sonore nous amène à la Baie des Vailhès sur les rives du Lac du Salagou (Grand Site de France). Aujourd’hui lieu touristique, mais aussi protégé au titre des espaces Natura 2000, le Lac du Salagou est en fait un lac artificiel créé à l’origine pour favoriser l’irrigation agricole en aval. Sa construction à la fin des années 1960 a profondément modifié le paysage. C’est toujours Shona qui vous guide à la découverte de nouvelles roches que l’on aperçoit autour du lac...2023-03-2107 min
Itinéraires sonores en Terrasses du LarzacBA - Itinérances en Terrasses du Larzac -- Vignes et BiodiversitéVignes et Biodiversité en Terrasses du Larzac est le second d'une série de podcasts de découverte de l'appellation d'origine protégée (AOP) Terrasses du Larzac.
L’appellation d’origine contrôlée Terrasses du Larzac est née de la force d’un collectif vigneron croyant en leur terroir. Le nom « Terrasses du Larzac » est apparu à la fin des années 1990. Il énonce clairement la situation de l’aire d’appellation : les vignes se trouvent sur les contreforts du plateau du Larzac et les terrasses fluviatiles et géologique...2023-03-0201 min
Itinéraires sonores en Terrasses du Larzac1 - Roches et Paysages en Terrasses du Larzac - La lieude de MérifonsLe premier épisode de notre podcasts dédié à la géologie de l’AOP Terrasses du Larzac
fait étape au site paléontologique de La Lieude de Mérifons. Ce site de renommée internationale permet de découvrir plusieurs ères géologiques qui résument assez bien l’histoire géologique bouleversée qui a construit les sous-sols (et donc les sols) du (des) terroir(s) de l’AOP Terrasses du Larzac. Il se situe à proximité du célèbre Lac du Salagou (Grand Site de France). Les explications de Shona, notre géologue partenaire du Département de l’Hérault (Geop...2023-01-1209 minItinéraires sonores en Terrasses du LarzacBA _ Itinérances en Terrasses du Larzac -- Roches et Paysages -- geologie et vinRoches et paysages en Terrasses du Larzacest le premier d'une série de podcasts de découverte de l'appellation d'origine protégée (AOP) Terrasses du Larzac.
L’appellation d’origine protégée Terrasses du Larzac est née de la force d’un collectif vigneron croyant en leur terroir. Le nom « Terrasses du Larzac » est apparu à la fin des années 1990. Il énonce clairement la situation de l’aire d’appellation : les vignes se trouvent sur les contreforts du plateau du Larzac et les terrasses fluviatiles et...2022-12-1202 min
L'ActuelleL’Actuelle #3 Femmes paysannes – 1er décembre 2022Dans ce un nouvel épisode, Carole, Erika et Sofia donnent la parole aux femmes paysannes. L’agriculture fait en effet partie intégrante de l’économie, de l’histoire et de la culture du Larzac, il est donc important de questionner la place des femmes dans tous ces aspects.
Pour en parler, on accueille en première partie d’émission Claire Barre, paysanne fromagère associée de la ferme des Truels du Larzac, et Julie Bertrand, paysanne éleveuse de brebis laitières et associée de la Ferme de l’hôpital du Larzac.
En deu...2022-12-0256 minRadio LarzacL’Actuelle #3 Femmes paysannes – 1er décembre 2022Dans ce un nouvel épisode, Carole, Erika et Sofia donnent la parole aux femmes paysannes. L’agriculture fait en effet partie intégrante de l’économie, de l’histoire et de la culture du Larzac, il est donc important de questionner la place des femmes dans tous ces aspects.
Pour en parler, on accueille en première partie d’émission Claire Barre, paysanne fromagère associée de la ferme des Truels du Larzac, et Julie Bertrand, paysanne éleveuse de brebis laitières et associée de la Ferme de l’hôpital du Larzac.
En deu...2022-12-0256 min
The Productpreneur PodcastLeadership Lessons - on the Female Founder Friday Podcast with Lindsay WhiteHave you thought of yourself as a leader? If you’re an entrepreneur, you are by default a leader. You lead your team, you lead your suppliers, and you lead yourself. I was recently on the Female Founder Friday podcast with Lindsay White who is a Leadership coach. We had an interesting conversation about leadership and what it means to be a leader. I thought you might enjoy this episode so I wanted to share it on this podcast as well. We chat about: When you have a really strong “why”, it fuels you L...2022-04-2229 min
The Productpreneur PodcastFrom Welfare to Millionaire - Sandy ForsterHave you heard about ‘manifesting wealth’, abundance, the Secret, and wonder if this is all just too good to be true or if it can work for you? I had the honor of speaking with Sandy Forster, the money mindset mentor for women world-wide who are ready to experience more abundance and freedom in their life. Sandy went from welfare to millionaire, has been featured in Oprah’s Aussie Secret and loves inspiring and empowering women to break through their blocks, manifest more money and create a life they’re truly passionate about. Her award-winning internat...2022-02-0336 min
The Productpreneur PodcastCreating a Greater Good - Madeleine ShawThis next guest is so impressive and a pioneer in many ways. She thinks differently, she questions the status-quo, and she goes through uncharted territory. Madeleine Shaw is an award-winning serial social entrepreneur based in Vancouver BC. She founded and co-founded multiple for- and non-profit organizations, and she is best known as the co-founder of Aisle (formerly Lunapads), one of the first groundbreaking ventures in the world to commercialize reusable menstrual products. She has just released her first book, The Greater Good: Social Entrepreneurship for Everyday People Who Want to Change the World. In our inte...2022-01-2849 min
The Productpreneur PodcastThe Not-so-Lost Art of Letterpress - KJ BlattenbauerI love interviewing entrepreneurs, especially those who are new to their business and might be going through the same challenges and opportunities that you’re facing in your business. Today, we’re chatting with KJ Blattenbauer. KJ is the creator of Pretty Peptalks, a high-end letterpress stationery brand based on the belief that life is better when lived in bright color. As a former publicist, KJ shared her signature brand of motivational tenacity with everyone from entrepreneurs to multi-national corporations to non-profits. In 2019, she published her first book, How to Be a Media Darling. Her second book, Prett...2022-01-2028 min
The Productpreneur PodcastStarting your Side Hustle - Carrie Bohlig & Craig ClicknerIt’s not every day that I get to interview a power couple. I loved this interview with Carrie Bohlig & Craig Clickner. They are just the most down to earth entrepreneurs but I learned how impressive they are - that they have 8 income streams and teach people how to start their own side hustles. Carrie and Craig are a Midwestern husband & wife duo, running their companies, teaching mindset from their book ‘So You Want to Start A Side Hustle’, having meaningful conversations on their podcast Tandem Talks, traveling the world doing keynotes & growing their non-profit Tandem Giving focusing...2022-01-1348 min
The Productpreneur PodcastMaximizing your eCommerce Business - Chloë ThomasWelcome to the PP podcast and happy new year! I hope that 2022 brings you so much joy, prosperity and good health. It’s the first episode of the new year and we have some exciting guests for you this year. I’m thrilled to introduce this week’s guest, Chloë Thomas - Best selling Author, International Speaker, and host of both the Award-winning eCommerce MasterPlan Podcast and the brand new Keep Optimising Podcast. Chloë is one of the Top 30 eCommerce Influencers 2021 (Scurri), and her podcasts are regularly included in lists of the top eCommerce...2022-01-0638 min
The Productpreneur PodcastThe Art of Tea and Personalized Experiences - Prati BhattThis show is just a perfect introduction to 2022, as we reflect on who we are and who we want to be. According to this week’s podcast guest, “The greatest risk you'll take is not risking anything and playing safe. Organised audacious risk can lead you to greater good.”I’m excited to introduce you to Prati Bhatt, founder of Teaphoria and sustainable Innovation Expedition. Her mission is to get humanity to remember who they are. We are here on our soul mission and somewhere in the survival game we missed the point. She takes peo...2021-12-3045 min
The Productpreneur PodcastLeadership Starts from Within - Lindsay WhiteWhen you have a small business, you may think that leadership is not as important or as valuable, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. As we learn from this week’s podcast guest, leadership is just as important when you’re starting out as it is when you have a large company. In this episode, we hear from Lindsay White, a sought-after leadership coach and people strategist who believes that every business, no matter how small, deserves three things - great leadership, an impactful people strategy, and a culture that inspires. Lindsa...2021-12-2339 min
The Productpreneur PodcastStrategies for Getting Started on Amazon - Kristin OstranderIf you’ve wanted to get started on Amazon, we’ve got the perfect guest for you. Kristin Ostrander is an author, serial entrepreneur, speaker, podcaster, and eCommerce expert. She founded MommyIncome.com and hosts a weekly podcast, The Amazon Files, where she helps others start and grow businesses online. Her grit, hard work, and business savvy have changed her life in ways she never thought possible. From the emotional low of foreclosure to scaling a seven-figure business while starting another, she is determined to make an impact in the lives of others by sharing what she lear...2021-12-1630 min
The Productpreneur PodcastThe Secrets to Getting Listed at RetailersOne of the most common questions I hear is ‘how do I get listed at the major retailers’? For many people, getting listed at retailers, especially the large ones, seems daunting. Approaching buyers and pitching to them can feel scary. I feel you and I’ve been there. I faced my share of rejections from buyers but I also managed to get into the largest chains in Australia based on a few key things… In this podcast, I share the secrets to getting listed at retailers, including: Why getting listed is beneficial Why you ne...2021-12-0214 min
The Productpreneur Podcast10 Lessons I’ve Learned as an EntrepreneurEntrepreneurship - it seems glamorous. But when you peel back the curtain, it can get pretty messy. Being a business owner has its highs and lows. Some days, you feel like throwing in the towel or just going back to bed. Other days, you’re on top of the world. But the experiences and even the lows you face are all part of the journey. The lessons are what makes it all worthwhile. I’ve had my share of rollercoaster emotions in my journey, and along with it, I’ve learned so many lessons t...2021-11-2618 min
The Productpreneur PodcastPinterest for your Product Biz - Elaine TimmsHave you ever wondered how Pinterest can help your product business? You might think that pinterest is just for creating crafts or planning a wedding. But actually, did you know that more than 200 billion pins have been saved on Pinterest. And 90% of weekly Pinners make purchase decisions on Pinterest. (according to Hubspot) It’s never been a better time to start using Pinterest for your product business. And in this episode, you’ll learn from the best. Elaine Timms is a Pinterest marketing expert and strategist. She loves to simplify, educate, and empower female en...2021-11-1824 min
The Productpreneur PodcastFollow the Intuitive Nudge - Beth Geddio, State of Being CoHave you ever had a creative nudge that won’t go away? One that tugs on you, begging you to make it happen. You make excuses for a while but you always wonder, what if? Until you can’t resist anymore and you decide to take the first step… If you’re an entrepreneur, chances are you’ve had this nudge and acted on it. That’s exactly what today’s guest experienced when she launched her business during some tumultuous times. This podcast guest is nothing short of extraordinary. Meet Beth Geddio, the Founder of the State of Bei...2021-11-1136 min
The Productpreneur PodcastHow to Drive More Sales on Your Ecommerce SiteTell me the truth Are you feeling like you aren’t getting the sales you expect on your website? Do you feel like you’re launching to crickets? Well you’re not alone here - this is one of the most common issues I hear when speaking with product business owners. And it’s not your fault. It’s never been so easy to launch an ecommerce site, but no one really tells you about how to actually get sales. In this episode, we talk about how to maximize your conversion on your website...2021-11-0418 min
The Productpreneur PodcastBreak Through the Black Friday ClutterThis is one of the busiest times of the year for product businesses, and also one of the most cluttered. It can be hard to break through all of the noise around the holiday season with your own promotion or message. But how can you reach our audience without the big ad spend? There is a way! You can break through the clutter during the holidays if you have the right strategy. Did you know that 30% of retail purchases occur between Black Friday and Christmas? The pre-holiday shopping season is key for businesses, and now mor...2021-10-2725 min
The Productpreneur PodcastCould Feng Shui be the Missing Link in Your Business? - Patricia LohanWant to get more flow in your business? Are you feeling stuck? Well, this next guest is going to help you with your “luck”. Meet Patricia Lohan - Feng Shui Expert, Speaker and Author - who tells us about how we can bring more flow into our lives with Feng Shui. Feng Shui expert, manifesting magnet, alchemist, healer and real-life Irish Celtic Shaman. Some people call her the “Mary Poppins of Prosperity,” Patricia is the creator of PowerHouse Feng Shui and Author of The Happy Home: A Guide To Creating A Happy, Healthy, Wealthy Lif...2021-10-2155 min
The Productpreneur PodcastIs your Copy Selling or Repelling? - Sara VartanianDo you struggle with what to say when it comes to describing your brand and products on your website, in ads, in emails, or in general? Many business owners pay a lot of attention to the visuals, but don’t pay as much attention to copy. However, effective copywriting can be the difference between attracting or repelling your customers. And so, this is why we are bringing in a copywriting expert to talk about how to create effective copy. Sara Vartanian is a launch copywriter and strategist who helps people-focused business owners tune into the words...2021-10-1439 min
The Productpreneur PodcastCreate a Love Story with your Brand - Marine Gargadennec“If the sale is a date, then the branding is the reason they would say yes.” - Marine Gargadennec, branding designer In this episode, we speak with Branding Designer Marine Gargadennec about building an outstanding brand. Marine is a Branding Designer who helps product-based entrepreneurs create brands & packaging that make them go from zero to sold out. She was born in France back in the 90’s, when Beyonce was hitting the charts. She studied Photography for 4 years and became “Best Apprentice of the Year 2011” for her work and leadership skills. After a few year...2021-10-0734 min
The Productpreneur PodcastGet Ready for Q4 - Let’s Develop Your Plan TogetherQ4 is ahead of us - are you ready for the biggest season for product businesses? Recently, we hosted our first ‘Coffee and Cocktails’ session (our weekly live workshop) in the Productpreneur Community, and we chatted about creating your best Q4. I wanted to share this with you as we head into Q4 so you can be confident that you’ve got everything in place to ensure it’s a success. You can also download this handy worksheet that I reference in the training to plan your best Q4. You’ll learn about:2021-09-3026 min
The Productpreneur PodcastOne of the Most Powerful Tools in your Marketing Toolkit - EmailIn this episode, we dive into something that is super important but we don’t talk a lot about in the podcast - email marketing. It is critical to your business success, considering the return on investment in email marketing is over 4000%! If you think email is a thing of the past, think again! You’ll learn about: The many reasons why you need to focus on email marketing in your business How to use email marketing to bring your customers on a journey to becoming loyal customers and advocates How to get prospects on your list Wh...2021-09-2320 min
The Productpreneur PodcastYou are One Thought Away from your Next Breakthrough - Jarrod HaningWe have got an exciting show today where we are going to dive deep into how changing the way we think can have a massive impact on our life and business. You know how when you’re in the corn maze and you’re not sure if you should go left or right? But, when you step on a ladder suddenly the maze is no longer a mystery? That’s what our guest, Jarrod Haning, does for business owners. By teaching them how to think at a higher level, they are able to see the wh...2021-08-2643 min
The Productpreneur PodcastHow SEO Can Help You Get More Customers, More Time and More Money - Jessica MorrisonSEO is a mystery to many entrepreneurs. Lots of business owners talk about social media and paid ads but not about Search engine optimization. But did you know that if you do it properly, you can rank on the first pages of Google searches and get free leads? Do I have your attention now? In this episode, we speak with SEO expert Jessica Morrison who tells us all about how to optimize your SEO. We chat about: Why SEO is important for product businesses The biggest mistakes business owners make when it comes to SEO...2021-08-1927 min
The Productpreneur PodcastLaunching and Growing a Product BusinessHave you thought about expanding your business to Amazon but you’re not sure if it’s right for you? Listen up because in this week’s episode, we speak with Amazon expert, Verity Sewell, who’s going to answer all of your questions. Verity is the founder of Smart Little Space. She works with Product Brand Owners to help them set up and launch their brands on the world's largest e-commerce channel and grow a new revenue stream. After her own personal success on Amazon, Verity went on to lead a team of e-commerce specialis...2021-08-121h 02
The Productpreneur PodcastLaunching and Growing a Product BusinessLaunching and growing a product business can be really intimidating, so it’s my aim to make it more accessible to everyone. I was recently interviewed by Verity Sewell, Amazon expert and coach, in her Facebook group and the conversation was so interesting that I thought this podcast audience could also benefit from it. Don’t worry - if you’re wondering about Amazon, she is also going to be on the podcast. In this episode, we chat all about Launching and building a product business Ways to come up with a product i...2021-08-0549 min
The Productpreneur PodcastBURNOUT and What to Do About ItWe become entrepreneurs to be able to have more freedom in our lives - to have a flexible schedule, to answer to ourselves, not to ask permission to go on vacation - but often we find that our schedule is even busier than before. We’re now doing ALL of the things- marketing, legal, PR, accounting, shipping, etc. And plus, we’re building a business which takes time and energy. Recently, I’ve found myself really busy with consulting and coaching work, while also having kids at home during the pandemic and summer. Suddenly, everything was opening up again...2021-07-2919 min
The Productpreneur PodcastWorking with the Circular Economy for a Better Planet and Business - Lindsey BoyleIt is no secret that climate change is upon us and we need to act now in order to save our planet. According to the United Nations, 2010 to 2019 was the warmest decade ever recorded. Weather patterns are changing, sea levels are rising, and weather events are becoming more extreme. But what can we as business owners and consumers do about this horrifying situation? In this episode, you’ll hear from Lindsey Boyle, founder of the Circular Citizen, who gives us hope that we can make changes to save our earth. About Linds...2021-07-2259 min
The Productpreneur PodcastGetting Your Products Into the Hands of Celebrities - Sarah ShawGetting your products into the hands of celebrities is going to catapult your brand visibility. I have the pleasure of introducing you to Sarah Shaw, who helps product business owners get publicity through celebrities. Sarah is a fashion entrepreneur, product designer and business coach. With her 20 years of experience - and 6 companies under her belt - Sarah has built a treasure trove of secrets for launching your line, getting your products into stores and boutiques, getting your products to A-List celebrities, and getting massive publicity in order to grow her companies quickly. Sarah’s products have...2021-07-1544 min
The Productpreneur PodcastMarket Research for your BusinessHow do you really get inside the heads of your consumers? You need to speak to them and get feedback from them. We think we know them but we may be guessing or going off our own preferences. Leveraging market research for your business is critical to understanding your consumers. Otherwise, you’ll be shooting in the dark or throwing spaghetti on the wall! But I know what you’re thinking - you don’t have the budget for research because you’re an entrepreneur on a shoestring budget. Don’t worry, I’ve got you cove...2021-07-0819 min
The Productpreneur PodcastBuilding a Joyful Business - Lianne KimLooking to add more joy to your business? I am thrilled to introduce you to an amazing business coach who is helping women have a more joyful and impactful business. Lianne Kim is a Business Coach and the founder of Mamas & Co. - a community for mama entrepreneurs. She is the host of the wildly popular podcast 'The Business of Thinking Big' and the bestselling author of the brand new book 'Building a Joyful Business'. Lianne is on a mission to help women make a great living on their own terms, doing what they love.2021-07-0140 min
The Productpreneur PodcastLeveraging TikTok for your Product Biz - Samantha VlasceanuWell you might have heard about a little thing called TikTok. Maybe you cringe at the thought of doing a dance video. You might think it’s just for your teen kids. But actually, we’re going to talk all about WHY you, as a Product based business owner, should be using TikTok and how you can use it to market your products. Today we speak with Samantha Vlasceanu,The TikTok Coach. Sam is on a mission to convince businesses and brands that TikTok is not just for our teenagers! She is an entrepreneur, mom of two, a...2021-06-2453 min
The Productpreneur PodcastCreating the Girl Gang Marketplace for Women Entrepreneurs - Jenni Bourque and Katie ConliffeIn this episode, we hear from two fabulous ladies who are on a mission to help small, women-owned businesses thrive. Jenni Bourque and Katie Conliffe founded the Girl Gang Canada, an online collective of small, women-owned Canadian businesses. Their mission is to encourage shopping local, shopping Canadian and to help you see that your purchases have POWER. The Girl Gang Canada gives you access to unique goods and provides a platform to showcase the top Canadian creatives and service providers nationwide. Shop local, shop national, shop Canadian. We chat about: The benefits of supporting s...2021-06-1729 min
The Productpreneur PodcastHow this B-Corp Certified Fashion Company is Changing the IndustrySustainability in the fashion industry is uncommon but highly necessary. In this episode, we speak with an incredible product-preneur who is changing the fashion industry with innovative and sustainable ideas. Kristi Soomer is a former management consultant turned fashion entrepreneur. She is the founder and CEO of Encircled, a B-corp-certified fashion company based in Toronto, Canada, offering a Canadian-made line of versatile, sustainably made clothing that helps women streamline their wardrobes. We chat about: Her journey to starting her sustainable fashion brand The process of launching and designing garments The different levels of...2021-06-1741 min
The Productpreneur PodcastHow this B-Corp Certified Fashion Company is Changing the Industry - Kristi SoomerSustainability in the fashion industry is uncommon but highly necessary. In this episode, we speak with an incredible product-preneur who is changing the fashion industry with innovative and sustainable ideas. Kristi Soomer is a former management consultant turned fashion entrepreneur. She is the founder and CEO of Encircled, a B-corp-certified fashion company based in Toronto, Canada, offering a Canadian-made line of versatile, sustainably made clothing that helps women streamline their wardrobes. We chat about: Her journey to starting her sustainable fashion brand The process of launching and designing garments The different levels of...2021-06-1041 min
The Productpreneur PodcastGrow your Visibility and Gain Credibility through PR- Susanne FoxLeveraging Public Relations or Earned Media is one of the best ways to build awareness and instant credibility for your brand. In this episode, we speak with an expert on this topic who is going to blow your mind with her advice for how you can get PR for your business. Susanne Fox is a former journalist, broadcast news anchor and marketing director - turned CEO of Susanne Fox Communications, a communications/media/presentation/ consultancy and coaching service. She brings her vast network and experience to help ELLE-evate and Amplify her clients' visibility. She works...2021-06-0344 min
The Productpreneur Podcast58. Launching a Smart Wearable Tech Product - Adrien Beyk“Idea is maybe 3-5% of the success of a company. The rest of it is just execution”. - Adrien Beyk, Founder & CEO of Quanta Vici If you’re thinking of launching a tech product, this episode is for you. In this episode, we chat with an entrepreneur who launched a very cool and successful smart wearable tech line. Adrien Beyk, founder & CEO of Quanta Vici, a Toronto based Smart Wearable tech startup that recently launched the world's first Smart Heated Gloves and Socks. Adrien launched his very first product at the age of 1...2021-05-2750 min
The Productpreneur Podcast57. Do THIS and Grow Your Company’s ValueWhat is the ONE thing that you can do to increase your company’s value? It’s not just launching a product. It’s building a BRAND. A brand is one of your most important assets. It is the thing that delivers value above anything else. Yet, many founders don’t spend as much time on their brand development as their product development. I work on brand strategy with all of my clients - whether they are solo entrepreneurs, startups, or large companies. It is one of the most important th...2021-05-2018 min
The Productpreneur PodcastThe Power of Intuition in the Creative Process - Katherine EarlI have the pleasure of introducing you to Katherine Earl. Katherine and I met at a business group for moms and she reached out because she wanted some direction in her business. We had a ½ day strategy session and I fell in love with her product and business. I just knew she was onto something big. Katherine Earl has spent twenty years designing curricula and programs for children of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. She has conceptualized and brought to life over 200 renowned arts based community development programs over the span of 15 years. Katherine is a consultant, cer...2021-05-1349 min
The Productpreneur PodcastHow this Founder Grew her Food Startup to $100 Million in 3 Years - Suzie YorkeI’m excited to introduce you to this founder who launched a rocket ship food start-up brand, Love Good Fats, that just exceeded $100mil in Revenue in a little over 3 years! Suzie Yorke is on a mission to bring healthy fats back. A mom, eleven-time Ironman competitor and yoga enthusiast, Suzie spent years adhering to a low-fat diet only to hit a wall in her mid-40s. After reading Nina Teicholz’s best seller, Big Fat Surprise, she immediately shifted to a high-fat, low-carb diet, and felt better right away. While she loved the b...2021-05-0652 min
The Productpreneur PodcastThe Secrets to Building a Youtube Audience - Amber Lykins and Olivia HeywardHave you ever thought about leveraging Youtube to grow your business and whether it would be worth your time and investment? Today we answer that question for you, as we chat with two Youtube experts, Amber Lykins and Olivia Heyward. Amber and Olivia co-founded the Create Content Academy and the A and Oh show on Youtube, where they teach female entrepreneurs how to attract more people using video so they can live the life they want to live. We chat about How to create videos that attract your tribe (without getting overwhelmed or spending a d...2021-04-2955 min
The Productpreneur PodcastHow to Rank on Google Without Paying for Ads - John VuongIf you’ve wondered how to rank better on Google Search without even paying a dime on ads, this episode is for you. Today we hear from an SEO expert who shares his secrets to building strong SEO. John Vuong is the owner of Local SEO Search, a boutique agency from Toronto. He helps small and medium sized businesses rank on Google for keywords that their customers are searching for. We talk about What SEO is Why SEO is critical for your business How to improve your SEO The importance of content And more...2021-04-2244 min
The Productpreneur PodcastMoney Money Money! Be the CFO of Your Business - Melissa HoustonIt’s tax season and so many of us are looking at our finances from the past year, some of us for the first time. So there is no better time than now to discuss finances. We are going to hear from a Finance expert who doesn’t hold back when it comes to talking money and finances. Melissa Houston is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), a Business Finance Coach, a regular contributor at Forbes.com, and the host of the Think Like a CFO podcast. Melissa’s passion is to help entrepreneurs understand the importance of knowing...2021-04-1534 min
The Productpreneur PodcastFrom Youtube to Walmart Shelves - Keya JamesIt’s always so inspiring to hear from an entrepreneur who organically grows their business from the ground up. Keya James is Co-Founder and CEO Tailored Beauty, a suite of handmade products to help the entire family achieve their healthy hair goals. Keya James has been nurturing her passion for healthy hair and hair care for almost 30 years. In 2010, Keya began her natural hair journey after doing research on healthy hair care practices. She wanted to focus on retaining her length, so she used numerous products. She noticed that there were lots of produ...2021-04-0836 min
The Productpreneur Podcast50. Leveraging Amazon Handmade to Build a 7-Figure Business - Dana MidkiffPop the champagne! Welcome to the big 5-0...Episode 50! Thank you for supporting this podcast throughout its journey! If you’re a maker or want to get into handmade goods, this next episode is for you. We speak with Dana Midkiff, founder of Pink Door Wreaths. Dana started as a CPA, got her accounting degree, passed the exam, did the 9‐5 for many years. In 2013, when her 2nd child was six months old, she was trying to figure out how to pay off some credit card debt so she browsed pinterest for something she could mak...2021-04-0135 min
The Productpreneur Podcast49. Let’s Make Your Price Right - Courtney RogersOne of the ‘4 P’s of marketing’ is pricing and there’s a good reason for that! Pricing is key to building a profitable business and we are lucky to hear from pricing guru, Courtney Rogers. Courtney Rogers is a pricing expert with a background in sales and marketing, and has studied psychology and accounting as well. She helps female business owners establish a high perception of value, price profitably, and have the confidence they need to have a profitable and successful business. We talk about: The importance of the right pricing strategy for product bu...2021-03-2531 min
The Productpreneur Podcast48. Dealing with Adversity and Loss - Shannon HoversonWhether you’re an entrepreneur or not, struggling with adversity and loss is something that we all deal with at some point in our lives. Today’s episode is extra special, as we hear from an incredible woman who has dealt with adversity and loss, and is helping others do the same. I had the privilege of speaking with Shannon Hoverson, widow, mom of 4, author, entrepreneur, speaker and advocate in inspiring others to have faith in their purpose here on earth. Shannon, known as Shanny, has experienced much joy and loss in her 40 years. . Fro...2021-03-1841 min
The Productpreneur Podcast47. The Riches are in the Niches - Wicker Darling by Jasmine NorrieWe have a fun episode for you. If you think you have a niche business or are thinking of launching one, you’ve got to listen to this. Meet Jasmine Norrie, creator of Wicker Darling. Wicker Darling was born from a very specific desire for a wicker flamingo bag. A long term collector of novelty and wicker bags, Jasmine was unable to find a wicker flamingo to add to her collection. Jasmine wondered if she might be able to design one herself. Nearly a year passed between the conception of the idea and hands-on final product, but the i...2021-03-1144 min
The Productpreneur Podcast46. From Tea Parties to a Multimillion Dollar Direct Sales Company - Tonia JahshanToday’s guest is going to knock your socks off. I had the honour of chatting with Tonia Jahshan, founder of Steeped Tea, now known as Sipology. Steeped Tea began in a basement and became a multi million dollar Profit 500 company. That road to success had its fair share of twists and turns, ups and downs and many points along the way where passion was challenged by doubt. Perseverance, commitment and focus are at the core of what Tonia believes not only kept her on that road, but helped her inspire those around her to sta...2021-03-0452 min
The Productpreneur Podcast45. How a Product Business and Motherhood Can Go Hand in HandI was recently interviewed by Nicole Cumberbatch on the Mamas Know Best _ We Got Something to Say podcast, and it was such a great conversation that I wanted to share it with you. I don’t usually share podcast interviews that I have so I thought it would be an interesting change. We talk about: “Balancing” career/business and other roles - wife, mother, friend, leader, etc. Tips for moms struggling with their day job and trying to build their own businesses on the side - e.g. Is it better to quit your job to start a b...2021-02-2548 min
The Productpreneur Podcast44. How to Leverage Video to Grow your Product Business - Michelle DaidesHave you thought about using video to grow your business but you’re too shy or you have no idea what to talk about on camera? After listening to today’s guest, you’re going to be sold on leveraging the power of video. I had the pleasure of speaking with Michelle Daides, award winning director/producer, CEO of a video production company and on-camera coach, about how to launch and grow your product-based business with videos and social media videos. You’re going to learn all about using video to grow your product based business...2021-02-1843 min
The Productpreneur Podcast43. How Faith in Business Can be Your Superpower - Lola TomorrowHave you thought about how faith can help your business? Do you feel like you have to keep it separate or hush hush? This guest is about to change your perception of combining faith with business. I have the pleasure of speaking with Lola Tomorrow, Visionary, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist and Founder of The Tomorrow Experience. Lola Tomorrow is the brains and power behind The TMRWLive! Virtual Experience. She is an accomplished Events Executive with more than 15 years of experience curating highly successful and revenue-generating corporate events, galas, conventions, and industry conferences. Her mission with TMRW...2021-02-111h 03
The Productpreneur Podcast42. Creating Botanical Wellness Products - Jazmine StinsonAre you curious about creating a product from scratch - actually create it with your own hands - and market it yourself? Makers, creators, artists, listen up! This next guest does it all from product formulation to marketing, selling and shipping. Today we welcome Jazmine Stinson, Holistic Nutritionist and Clinical Herbalist, and creator of Little Tree Wellness & Apothecary and Wild Hearts Botanicals.. Jazmine is the mother of two small kids and has over 10 years experience in natural health, with a passion for women, children and family wellness. She created the Little Tree line when pregnant wit...2021-02-0455 min
The Productpreneur Podcast41. Ideas, Inventions, and Retail - Leslie MannHave you thought about creating a new invention but not sure what’s involved? This guest is going to blow your mind with his knowledge of the inventor world. Leslie Mann is an inventor, entrepreneur, photographer and has a fascinating story. He is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to inventions, retail and manufacturing. You’ll learn all about: The process to get from idea to invention Types of patents and how to know when to get one Grassroots vs. mass retail and the pros and cons of each type of launch What to watch...2021-01-281h 02
The Productpreneur Podcast40. Women Who Do Wonders - Pamela BoladoIt's January - Human Trafficking Awareness Month. We’re taking a break from the product business focus and shifting gears for a good reason. Meet Pamela Bolado. Yes, she is an entrepreneur, but that isn’t the focus for today. She’s started a movement to help end human trafficking and she has managed to gain the support of influential women across the globe. We cover Her why for creating Women Who do Wonders The horrific truth about human trafficking How giving back is an integral part of business How she's managed to get the support...2021-01-2247 min
The Productpreneur Podcast39. BONUS Episode - What’s it Like in the Product PathwayI’m excited to share this bonus episode where I speak with one of my course students, and wonderful client, Elle Milaras. We talk about her journey in developing her product and brand and her experience in my course, the Product Pathway. We cover The importance of validating your ideas through concept testing Researching suppliers and refining your prototype Building a business plan for success How having a strong mindset is key to carrying you through And more About Elle Milaras Elle is a multi passionate entrepreneur, she has owned and co-owned businesses incl...2021-01-1934 min
The Productpreneur Podcast38. How to Come Up With a Winning IdeaYou may have thought about launching a product but you’re just not sure what to launch. In this episode, I share how to come up with a winning product idea through 5 main ways: Pick a problem to solve and brainstorm ways to solve it Interview your target market and discover their pain points Improve on an existing product or make yours different Look at product trends Ask your customers This episode is sure to get your creative juices flowing! Links mentioned on the show: Trendhunter - 2020 trend report: https://www.trendh...2021-01-1424 min
The Productpreneur Podcast37. Mastering Your Motherhood Jungle - Tiana Fech of the Part-Time JungleWe don’t talk enough about the fact that many of us are juggling business and motherhood. It’s certainly a jungle out there and you’re going to hear from the expert on mastering the motherhood jungle. In this episode, I chat with Tiana Fech, a Calgary mom of three kiddos (14, 12, and 9) who believes that motherhood truly takes a village and who values sharing stories, experiences, and ideas and being real about all things motherhood. She is an educator with 16 years experience in a variety of capacities including developing curriculum, teaching science, working in inclusive education, and now...2021-01-0742 min
The Productpreneur Podcast36. Plan Your Best Year YetHappy New Year! Who else is pumped for 2021? This episode is my gift to you for 2021. It’s a very special episode where we reflect on 2020 and plan for 2021. If you do the exercises, you’ll come out of it with a full strategy and marketing plan for 2021. I recently did a planning workshop for a group of entrepreneurs and I also go through this process with my clients. I wanted to share this with you so you can get started on your own. First, I recommend that you download the free planning toolkit whi...2020-12-3124 min
The Productpreneur Podcast35. Launching a Baby Brand - Autumn Garden of Little + KnottyFirst of all, I wish you a Merry Christmas and a wonderful holiday with your family! Thank you for listening to this podcast and I'm so grateful that you find it helpful to your business! In this episode, you’ll hear from a new entrepreneur who has had a ton of success with her new launch. Autumn Garden is the founder of Little and Knotty, a Canadian baby brand offering the softest bamboo baby essentials. Each piece is ethically made in Canada and is free of harmful chemicals. Her goal is to create high-quality, everyday pieces for babie...2020-12-2446 min
The Productpreneur Podcast34. Protecting Your Trademarks - Cynthia MasonHave you wondered if it is time to register your trademarks but you’re just not sure when is the right time and if it’s worth the investment? Do you know if your brand is even a candidate to be protected? In this episode, we speak with Cynthia Mason, lawyer and founder of Markably.ca, a company that makes brand protection accessible to entrepreneurs, as well as founder of MasonPC, a boutique law firm. You’ll learn so much about trademarks, including: Why a trademark registration is important When should you file for one and...2020-12-1742 min
The Productpreneur Podcast33. Building a CBD Skincare Line - Sunandini VermaDid you know about the benefits of having CBD in skin care? This entrepreneur has jumped on the opportunity of combining this new, hot ingredient with skin care to combat the effects of aging, pollution, acne and more. In this episode, we speak with Sunandini Verma, founder of Mahi Skin, a CBD based skin care line, and also of Amrev Media - a marketing and technology solutions company. You’ll learn so much about launching into the CBD world, including: The challenges of working in the CBD industry in Canada Marketing a new product in a...2020-12-1049 min
The Productpreneur Podcast32. Building Your Aligned Brand - Nathalie Amlani and Erin Dean Williams“Branding encompasses so many elements that all contribute to both your personal growth and your business growth. It’s the emotional connection and experience that someone makes with your brand. It’s making people feel understood and that you can help solve a problem or need that they have. And so much of it relates to how YOU show up, it’s all connected.” - Erin Dean Williams and Nathalie Amlani In this episode, you’ll hear all about creating an aligned brand, as we speak with Erin Dean Williams, Branding and Web Design Expert, and Nathalie Amlani, Persona...2020-12-0339 min
The Productpreneur Podcast31. Rising Above Poverty to Build a Successful Jewelry Brand - Lia Valencia KeyIt is an honor and a privilege to introduce this VERY special guest, Lia Valencia Key, founder of VALENCIA KEY Jewelry. From growing up in a homeless shelter to rising above her circumstances and growing a wildly successful jewelry business, Lia is an inspiration to all that anything is possible for all of us. In this episode, you’ll learn: How Lia grew up in poverty and almost went down the wrong path until her mother changed the trajectory of her life with one simple question The power of speaking your dreams into the world, even when...2020-11-2653 min
The Productpreneur Podcast30. Launching a Sustainable Fashion Brand - Shannon LohrLast week, we had the cofounders of Skoki conscious kids apparel on the show. Along with the theme of sustainable fashion, in this interview, we speak with an expert on this topic as she not only founded and sold a sustainable clothing company, she also teaches this to other women. Shannon Lohr is the founder of Factory45, an online accelerator program that takes sustainable fashion brands from idea to launch. Over the past seven years, she's worked with entrepreneurs all over the globe to source fabric, set up manufacturing and raise money to launch their brands. 2020-11-1937 min
The Productpreneur Podcast29. Launching a Luxury Kids' Apparel Brand - Skoki CoEver thought about launching a fashion brand? You’ll love this episode! Diana Gelfand, Milly Doz and Renata Aysina are the co-founders of Skoki, a luxury children's apparel and accessories brand. Skoki is a female founded brand led by 3 Toronto moms who are modernizing traditional children’s garments for today’s fashion forward families. In this episode, you’ll learn about: The power of launching a unique product into a specific niche Conscious fashion and why it’s important to consumers How they launched a conscious fashion brand The ups and downs of...2020-11-1243 min
The Productpreneur Podcast28. Serial Food Entrepreneur Launches Plant-based Delivery: Madi WarnockIn this episode, we interview a young serial entrepreneur who founded three successful food companies, including her most recent one launching during the pandemic. Meet Madi Warnock, Co-Founder & Owner of Nook, a 100% plant based, organic, ready-to-eat meal delivery service and Galt Bakery, a plant based gluten-free bakery. The mission of her company is to bring healthy options straight to people’s doorstep. Madi founded her first company - Galt Juice Company in 2014 in Cambridge, Ontario. It evolved into a small cafe where they started to sell their own gluten-free cookies. That led...2020-11-0554 min
The Productpreneur PodcastSaving our Oceans and Kids with Stainless Sea: Dr Jocelin McLeodIt’s no secret that plastics are not only harming our oceans, but also our health. Dr. Jocelin McLeod is aiming to do something about this issue with her new social enterprise, Stainless Sea. Stainless Sea is a new business offering a line of high quality, colourful, safe, durable, and eco-friendly utensils (as plastic alternatives), made especially for kids. It was founded by Dr. Jocelin McLeod, a Canadian family physician and mom to four little girls. Dr. McLeod launched Stainless Sea in response to a position statement released in l...2020-10-2941 min
The Productpreneur PodcastInventing Clasp Magic: Alison BrettHas this happened to you...you’re getting ready for work or an evening out and you’re struggling with putting on your bracelet. That clasp just won’t attach. You’re in a rush and you don’t really have time for this! It can be so frustrating! In this episode, Alson Brett, Founder and Inventor of Clasp Magic shares her journey to developing and launching her invention. Clasp Magic is a device that offers women the best and complete solution for helping them attach their own bracelets in seconds. In this episode, you’ll learn about:2020-10-2247 min
The Productpreneur PodcastIs the Subscription Box Right for your Business?Last week, we spoke with Heidi Avery about her new subscription box, Ruby Crate. Many of you have been asking if a subscription model is right for your product business. In this episode, we answer all of your questions including: How big of an opportunity is the subscription box market? What are the types of boxes that people buy? Why do people buy them and cancel their subscription and what does this mean for my marketing efforts? How has Covid impacted subscription-based products? Is the subscription box model right for my business? What should I consider if I...2020-10-1514 min
The Productpreneur PodcastCreating Ruby Crate subscription box: Heidi AveryYou name it….there’s a subscription box for that! With many subscription boxes marketed towards women, Heidi Avery, mom of teen girl, Sienna Ruby, could not find a subscription box tailored specifically to tween and teen girls. They discovered a gap in the market and the idea for Ruby Crate was born. A few months later, Heidi launched Ruby Crate, a brand new subscription box designed with tweens and teenage girls in mind. Sure to delight, it is filled with gems – treasures of beauty, style and self-expression to be enjoyed each sea...2020-10-0847 min
The Productpreneur PodcastInventing a Safer Way to Grate: Lori TurkLet me ask you a question - Have you or someone you know cut themselves in the kitchen recently grating or slicing food? In this episode, Lori Turk, Owner of April Ideas & Inventor of the SAFEGRATE™ kitchen gadget, shares with us her journey to developing and launching her product. SAFEGRATE™ is a kitchen tool that protects your fingers when grating food so that food preparation is SAFE for the whole family. In this episode, you’ll learn about: The steps Lori took to bring her product to the market The patent process and what options...2020-10-0157 min