Bragg N' Bout Business Podcast

Bragg N' Bout Business Podcast
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Welcome to Bragg N’ Bout Business, the podcast that shines a spotlight on incredible entrepreneurs and business owners in and around Bragg Creek, Alberta. Each week we pull back the curtain on local storefronts, fantastic restaurants, skilled tradespeople, and dedicated service providers—giving them the chance to share their inspiring stories of resilience and success. You'll connect with the faces behind the businesses you love, discover some hidden gems, and be reminded how your support makes a remarkable difference in our communities.

  1. MAR 3

    How This Mom Sold Out Her Business in 24 Hours: The Power of Ritual with Lucy McMurray ☕✨

    What happens when a holistic nutritionist decides to fix her son's bedtime routine? She accidentally builds a thriving business. In this episode of Bragg N' Bout Business, host Gregg Hinton sits down with Lucy McMurray, founder of Ritual Wellness Collective, to discuss how she turned a personal need into a best-selling line of adaptogenic lattes. From navigating the "administrative nightmare" of a startup to securing "bucket list" retail partners, Lucy shares the raw, grassroots journey of building a brand in Bragg Creek. We dive deep into the science of adaptogens like Reishi and Ashwagandha, the challenge of sourcing high-quality Matcha, and why "intimate" local markets can outperform high-traffic events. Guest Info: Guest: Lucy McMurray Business: Ritual Wellness Collective Instagram: @ritualwellness.co Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: From the Bragg Creek Christmas Market to Podcast Guest 01:41 – Why Market Volume Doesn't Equal Sales Volume 02:35 – What are Adaptogens? Bringing the Nervous System into Regulation 03:32 – Product Breakdown: Mellow Mood Cacao vs. Golden Moon Milk 05:07 – The "Aha!" Moment: Making Hot Chocolate for a 4-Year-Old 07:23 – Glow Up Matcha: Skincare in a Mug & Sourcing Challenges 08:44 – Relocating to Bragg Creek: Chasing Alignment Over City Life 13:24 – The Launch: Selling Out 100 Bags in 24 Hours 15:37 – Winning the "Bucket List" Client: The Light Cellar Partnership 16:34 – The Hardest Part: Compliance, Packaging, and Administration 18:13 – Sourcing Integrity: Organic Mushrooms from New Earth Organics 21:35 – Setting Ritual Apart: Small Batches vs. Mass Production 23:54 – Growth Through Community: The Power of Word-of-Mouth 27:13 – Looking Ahead: Expanding Cafes and Streamlining Manufacturing 34:49 – Entrepreneurial Lessons: Handling Rejection and Maintaining Ego 38:04 – Lucy’s Top Tip: Identify Your Non-Negotiables #Entrepreneurship #WellnessBusiness #Adaptogens #BraggCreek #SmallBusinessGrowth #HolisticNutrition #RitualWellness #PodcastInterviews #LocalBusinessAlberta

    37 min

  2. FEB 24

    Burnout, PTSD and Real Healing | Psychologist Kelly Bischke

    Is the traditional therapy model broken? In this episode of Bragg N' Bout Business, we sit down with Kelly Bischke, founder of Rivan Psychology, who is flipping the script on mental health by taking clients out of the office and into the wild. Kelly shares her powerful transition from a career in law enforcement and the "golden handcuffs" of a government pension to launching her own practice in Bragg Creek. We go deep on the reality of First Responder burnout, the specific signs of PTSD that are often ignored, and why "Walk and Talk" therapy is the nervous system reset we all need in a hyper-digital world. We also tackle the elephant in the room: AI in Psychology. Will ChatGPT replace your therapist? Kelly breaks down why human connection, body language, and energy are the uncopyable assets of the future. The Pivot: Why leaving a secure job for happiness is the ultimate ROI.The Niche: Specialized trauma support for First Responders and Peace Officers.The Method: How nature and movement regulate the nervous system better than a couch.The Truth: Why asking for help is the most courageous metric of strength. 00:00 - Intro: Disrupting the Traditional Therapy Model02:15 - Kelly’s Journey: From Peace Officer to Psychologist08:45 - The "Golden Handcuffs": Leaving a Government Pension for Freedom13:20 - Identifying Burnout & PTSD in First Responders19:10 - Walk and Talk Therapy: How Nature Regulates the Nervous System26:30 - Why the "Stiff Couch" Approach is Outdated31:45 - AI in Mental Health: Can Computers Replace Human Empathy?38:50 - Advice for Anyone Stuck in a Toxic Work Environment42:00 - Connect with Rivan Psychology in Bragg Creek

    33 min

  3. FEB 17

    Dani Moon: Triplets, Divorce Songs and Starting Over at 48

    Singer-songwriter and author Dani Moon grew up in Bragg Creek, Alberta — raised by a stepfather who toured with Ian Tyson. She lived in Paris, survived the Congo, had triplets, lost her mother in 2013, the same year she experienced the Bragg Creek flood, and put music on hold for over a decade. Now at 48, she's back. Three new divorce songs are dropping, she's performing weekly at Rockies Tavern and Grill in Bragg Creek, and she's self-published two books including "The Water Dish Dogs." In this episode of Bragg N' Bout Business, Dani shares her songwriting process, why she calls herself a "white witch," her advice for young artists, what it's really like inside Calgary's struggling live music scene, and why she believes in Bigfoot. 🎵 Find Dani Moon: Instagram: @DaniMoonArtIsIt TikTok & YouTube: @MoonMoods Music: Spotify, Amazon, all major platforms 📚 Books: "The Water Dish Dogs" & "Baby Boom" — available on Amazon 00:00 — Welcome & Meeting Dani Moon 02:15 — Growing Up in Tucson and Moving to Bragg Creek 04:30 — Stepfather Tom Moon & the Ian Tyson Connection 06:00 — Living in a Cabin With No Running Water 08:00 — From Theater to Music at Mount Royal University 10:30 — Shakespeare in the Park & Finding Her Voice 13:00 — First Album: McLean and Moon (2001) 15:30 — Meeting Her Husband in Paris 17:00 — Living in the Congo & Restoring a Cathedral 20:00 — Triplets, Loss & the 2013 Alberta Floods 23:00 — Solo Album "Big Schemes, Little Dreams" & the $10K Fundraiser 25:30 — New Orleans Producer & the Music Industry 28:00 — How Dani Writes a Song in 5 Minutes 31:00 — Self-Publishing "The Water Dish Dogs" & "Baby Boom" 33:30 — Advice for Young Artists: Don't Get Sidetracked 36:00 — Handling Criticism & Writing Without an Instrument 38:30 — Social Media, AI & the Shift to "Interest Media" 40:30 — The Introvert Behind the Stage Persona 43:00 — Selling Shoes at Holt Renfrew & Cuba Gooding Jr. 45:30 — Stage Fright, Divorce & Not Caring Anymore 48:00 — Bigfoot, White Witches & Interdimensional Beings 51:00 — What's Next: New Songs, Books & Thursday Nights at Rocky's 53:00 — Where to Find Dani Moon

    32 min

  4. FEB 10

    AI Agents Are Replacing Grunt Work — Ian Tell on How Bison and Bird Delivers 5X Productivity

    Ian Tell, Chief Revenue Officer at Bison and Bird, reveals how agentic AI is slashing 8-hour business tasks down to 15 minutes and delivering 5X productivity gains for small and mid-size companies across Canada. This is NOT another ChatGPT conversation. Ian breaks down Bison and Bird's proprietary Calculate, Capture, Craft methodology and STAR framework that maps customized AI agents directly into your business processes — from blueprint reading to invoice reconciliation to proposal generation. If you run a business and your team is drowning in spreadsheets, manual estimates, and repetitive admin work, this episode is your wake-up call. Ian shares real client results, the proof-of-concept money-back guarantee that removes all risk, and why their tagline — "AI agents do the grunt work so your people can do the great work" — is backed by hard numbers. Topics covered: agentic AI vs chatbots, AI ROI calculation, process automation for construction and manufacturing, the STAR methodology (Source, Technology, Action, Record), human-in-the-loop AI, data security, CRO vs VP of Sales, and why Bison and Bird's symbiotic partnership model is changing how businesses adopt AI. Connect with Bison and Bird: teambisonandbird.com Hosted by Gregg Hinton — Bragg N' Bout Business Podcast — Bragg Creek, Alberta, Canada.

    35 min

  5. FEB 3

    From Rock Star to Financial Advisor: Greg Wood's Unconventional Journey

    Greg Wood's career path is anything but conventional. From touring as a guitarist in metal core band Dead Reckoning, to commissioning oil and gas facilities, to becoming a partner at Raymond James, Greg's journey is a masterclass in reinvention and persistence. In this episode, Greg shares how the 2015 oil crash led him to Google "how to start a hedge fund," which sparked a decade-long transformation into financial services. He opens up about the challenges of building a practice from scratch, the mentors who shaped his path, and why he moved his practice from downtown Calgary to Cochrane. Episode Highlights: Growing up in Bonnyville and discovering music through guitar Teaching guitar lessons at 16 and pursuing music education Touring Western Canada with cover bands and original projects Transitioning to oil & gas as a power engineer and entrepreneur Helping oil workers with investments during lunch breaks Taking the Canadian Securities Course and discovering his passion The mentor who told him "you don't want to be in this business" Seven years building his practice and becoming full partner "Burn the boats" philosophy - why dabbling kills success What credentials to look for in a financial advisor (CIM, CFA, CFP) Living at Ghost Lake and training martial arts with Coach Kieran Keddle Dream big, work hard - but multiply your goals by 10 The importance of mentorship and giving back Connect with Greg Wood - Honeywood Wealth: 🌐 Website: honeywoodwealth.com📧 Weekly Newsletter: Sign up at honeywoodwealth.com📱 Instagram: @honeywoodwealth📘 Facebook: @honeywoodwealth▶️ YouTube: @gregwood85🐦 X: @honeywoodwealth💼 LinkedIn: @gregwood85 Greg works with clients at all life stages through Raymond James, providing independent financial advice and comprehensive wealth planning. Don't hesitate to reach out even if you're just starting your career - he can point you in the right direction or connect you with the right resources. Subscribe to Greg's mailing list for Friday insights on markets, investing ideas, and financial planning at honeywoodwealth.com

    48 min

  6. JAN 20

    From Fired at 19 to Skincare Entrepreneur: Lena's Story of Focus, Chemistry & Authentic Growth

    Lena Park built Hi By Lena—a clean skincare brand—around the legacy of her father, a chemical engineer and product formulator from South Korea. Starting during COVID with too many products, she learned the hard way that focus beats variety.In this episode, Lena shares why your skin needs both hydration AND moisture, why preservatives are slowly damaging your skin barrier, and how she built a six-figure business as a one-woman operation in Cochrane, Alberta.From getting fired at a sushi restaurant as a 19-year-old immigrant to becoming an expert in skincare chemistry, Lena's story is about sacrifice, precision, and saying no to things that don't align with your mission. **Listen for:** Product obsession, business pivoting, femmepreneur community, immigrant entrepreneurship, skincare science, and authentic marketing in 2026. #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #Skincare #FemaleFounder #PodcastLife #BusinessTips #CanadianBusiness #CleanBeauty

    45 min

  7. JAN 12

    How Ben Pirija's Rockies Tavern Is Raising for Fire Department Heroes | Community-First Fundraiser

    SPECIAL EPISODE 🎙️In this powerful interview, we sit down with Ben Pirija of Rockies Tavern & Grill to discuss the BIGGEST fundraiser in the restaurant's history—happening this Saturday, January 17th.What started as an annual tradition of raising $2K-3K for the Redwood Meadows Fire Department has evolved into something MASSIVE.Why? Because in December, a devastating fire destroyed the fire station's secondary building—taking with it pumpers, vehicles, tools, equipment, and years of community infrastructure.Ben's response? Bring in the YYC Jazz Orchestra (11-piece band), coordinate with Johnny Summers, and make sure EVERY penny of profit goes directly to rebuilding these volunteer heroes' capacity.This episode covers:🔥 The tragedy that sparked action🎵 How to build strategic partnerships for fundraisers💰 The power of giving back (and why Ben donates his profits)👥 Community value exchange: How local businesses thrive when they invest in their community🎯 5+ years of consistent community support through COVID, closures, and challenges🏆 The real business lesson: Beloved status isn't bought—it's EARNED through consistent actionLearn what authentic community leadership looks like when a business owner decides to put community first.Perfect for: Small business owners, entrepreneurs, podcasters, community leaders, and anyone interested in building a REAL legacy.Featuring: Gregg Hinton & Ben Pirija📍 Bragg Creek, Alberta🎤 Bragg N' Bout Business PodcastNew episodes every week. Subscribe for raw conversations with local Alberta business leaders. #BraggCreek #SmallBusiness #Fundraiser #Community #Entrepreneurship #Alberta #Podcast #LocalBusiness #GivingBack #BusinessInterview

    13 min

  8. 12/28/2025

    Kelly Keddle: Building a Balloon Business in 1 Year | Luxe Occasions

    Kelly Keddle shares how she built Luxe Occasions—a balloon business generating $125-$500 per display—from zero to fully booked in one year. Learn balloon business pricing strategies, managing helium shortage costs, and building word-of-mouth marketing in Bragg Creek, Alberta.Topics: custom balloon displays, event decoration entrepreneurship, small business growth, service business challenges, Spider-Man displays, wedding decorations, and why face-to-face relationship building beats email marketing.Perfect for: Small business owners, entrepreneurs, event planners, and service business founders interested in real Alberta business growth stories

    57 min
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Welcome to Bragg N’ Bout Business, the podcast that shines a spotlight on incredible entrepreneurs and business owners in and around Bragg Creek, Alberta. Each week we pull back the curtain on local storefronts, fantastic restaurants, skilled tradespeople, and dedicated service providers—giving them the chance to share their inspiring stories of resilience and success. You'll connect with the faces behind the businesses you love, discover some hidden gems, and be reminded how your support makes a remarkable difference in our communities.

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  • Creator
    Bragg N' Bout Business Podcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Explicit
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