Episodes

  • #131 Power, Privilege, and Progress

    #131 Power, Privilege, and Progress
    Feb 26 2026
    Sam and Calen dive into the latest controversies surrounding the files, exploring power, privilege, and accountability. They also discuss how BIPOC and anti-discrimination laws contribute to a fairer society and stronger communities, and why equitable systems help a country thrive.
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • #130 A Conversation with Dave Thompson

    #130 A Conversation with Dave Thompson
    Feb 19 2026
    Sam and Calen sit down with Dave Thompson, Victoria City Councillor, for an honest conversation about homelessness and the challenges facing the city. Drawing on his background in law, economics, climate policy, and governance, Dave shares his perspective on housing, public safety, and what it will take to build a more livable and sustainable Victoria.
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • #129 From Vines to Vision: Maddison Violet of Veohlay Acres

    #129 From Vines to Vision: Maddison Violet of Veohlay Acres
    Feb 12 2026
    Sam and Calen sit down with Maddison Violet, owner of Veohlay Acres, to talk about her journey into vineyard ownership and what it really takes to build a life in the wine industry. Maddison shares the challenges, lessons, and passion behind growing her business, along with insights for anyone dreaming of working the land or starting something of their own.
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    59 mins
  • #128 The Last Bites of 2025

    #128 The Last Bites of 2025
    Dec 27 2025
    Calen and Sam take time to reflect on the whirlwind that was 2025. From navigating the ups and downs of running small businesses to revisiting some of the year’s most inspiring conversations, this final episode of Bread & Butter looks back on the lessons learned and looks ahead to what’s next.
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • #127 The Economics of Good Food

    #127 The Economics of Good Food
    Dec 18 2025
    Chef Michael Williams joins The Bread & Butter Podcast in this week’s episode to share his journey from his first job in fast food as a teenager to becoming the owner of flourishing local business, Urban Forage. He talks about how his passion for food, combined with his commitment to supporting and strengthening local businesses, has resulted in incredible meals and a thriving business community.
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    58 mins
  • #126 Not All Butter Chicken Is The Same

    #126 Not All Butter Chicken Is The Same
    Dec 11 2025
    This week on the Bread & Butter Podcast, we’re sitting down with Kirn Bawa, the Owner and Operator of Sizzling Tandoor Restaurant Group. Kirn talks about what it’s really like to run a local ethnic restaurant, the challenges that come with it, and why understanding how neighborhood restaurants operate makes all the difference
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • #125 The Importance of Downtown Hotels

    #125 The Importance of Downtown Hotels
    Dec 4 2025
    In this week’s episode of Bread & Butter, Pelan Hospitality Co-Founder Madone Pelan shares her expert insights on the vital role downtown hotels play in shaping the economic and cultural landscape of Victoria. Tune in as we explore how hotels contribute to the vibrancy, growth, and overall success of the city’s core.
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • #124 Coffee, Community, and the Cost of Everything

    #124 Coffee, Community, and the Cost of Everything
    Nov 27 2025
    This Bread & Butter episode bridges the personal and the political including health scares, leadership, staff development, and the realities of entrepreneurship. Plus taking big-picture look at inequality, housing, corporate influence, and how communities can push for a fairer future.
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    1 hr and 18 mins