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Insights with Don Mills and David Campbell- An Acadia Broadcasting Podcast

Don Mills & David Campbell
Economic Development
Atlantic Canada
Market Research
Inflation
New Brunswick
Renewable Energy
Economic Growth
Biosciences
Fortis
Public Opinion Polling
Housing Market
Energy Transition
Newfoundland and Labrador
New Brunswick Innovation Foundation
Research NB
Innovation Ecosystem
Federal Research Funding
Biovectra
Chemical Diagnostics
Political Polarization

This podcast combines the experiences of an economist, David Campbell and a social scientist, Don Mills, to explore the challenges and opportunities facing Atlantic Canada, to promote data-driven decision making among policymakers and to encourage a wider dialogue and debate leading to greater prosperity for the region. Expect to hear interviews with the top influencers, business leaders and decis... more

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In this week's Insights Podcast, our guest is Courtney Sherlock, the Co-Founder & CEO of the Halifax Tides FC, one of the six inaugural teams in the Northern Super League, the newly formed professional women's soccer league. The Tides just completed ... more

his week on Insights, Don and David sit down with Pierre Zundel, President and CEO of Collège Communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick (CCNB), to explore how this French-language college network is shaping New Brunswick’s economy. From training talent for ... more

Discover why Nova Scotia is leading the solar revolution in Atlantic Canada. In this episode of Insights Podcast, we sit down with David Brushett, Chair of Solar Nova Scotia and Manager of Energy Management Services at Efficiency One, to explore the ... more

Discover the remarkable story of David Ganong, one of New Brunswick’s most influential business leaders. In this episode of Insights, we dive into his five decades of leadership at Ganong Bros., Canada’s oldest candy company. Hear how David guided th... more

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Recent Guests

Pierre Zundel
President and CEO of Collège Communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick
Collège Communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick
Episode: Building Skills, Driving Growth: Inside CCNB’s Role in New Brunswick’s Future
David Brushett
Chair of Solar Nova Scotia, an expert in renewable energy and energy efficiency
Solar Nova Scotia
Episode: Nova Scotia’s Solar Surge: How the Province Became Atlantic Canada’s Renewable Energy Leader
David Ganong
Former President and CEO of Ganong Brothers, a long-established family-owned chocolate company.
Ganong Brothers
Episode: From Chocolate to Boardrooms: The David Ganong Story
Victoria Belbin
CEO of the Atlantic Canada Aerospace and Defense Industry Association
Atlantic Canada Aerospace and Defense Industry Association
Episode: Atlantic Canada’s Billion-Dollar Defence Opportunity – Insights with Victoria Belbin
Andy Fillmore
Mayor of Halifax, former urban planner, and federal MP
Halifax Regional Municipality
Episode: Andy Fillmore is the Right Halifax Mayor for the Times
Tim Houston
Premier of Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia Government
Episode: Premier Tim Houston on Offshore Wind, Natural Gas, and Nova Scotia’s Energy Future
Ramsay Duff
CEO of the MacLeod Group
MacLeod Group
Episode: How MacLeod Cares Is Quietly Transforming Long-Term Care in Atlantic Canada
Barb Stegemann
Founder and CEO of 7 Virtues Perfume
7 Virtues Perfume
Episode: Barb Stegemann: From Dragons’ Den Deal to Global Perfume Empire
Cathy Bennett
Former provincial cabinet minister and managing partner with Sandpiper Ventures.
Sandpiper Ventures
Episode: The Power Panel: Atlantic Canada’s Investment Visionaries

Hosts

David Campbell
Co-host who brings an economist's perspective to discussions, focusing on regional challenges and opportunities within the economy.
Don Mills
Co-host who provides insights from a social science standpoint, contributing to discussions on policy and community engagement.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • Bravo!

    This is a great podcast! Love hearing from Atlantic Canadian business and academic leaders. Very informative. Well done, folks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K. Fram
    Canadaa year ago
  • Great content, poor sound, and a topic suggestion

    I really enjoy this show, it certainly lives up to the name. While the content is high quality, the sound often is not, so I docked a star for that. The loud intro music to sudden changes in speaker volume can be annoying.

    I would like to suggest a show topic. 2024 marks 10 years since the Now or Never report in NS was published. Perhaps a show revisiting this and what progress has been made on the report's recommendations.

    Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ValleyFarm
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great show but sound is bad

    Enjoying the show but on the recent Rob Steele show the sound was horrible. Don sounds like he’s recording from a closet.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mitch4567899
    Canada2 years ago
  • Audio

    The opening audio was extremely loud compared to speakers. Some speakers are loud, some are soft. I wish your producer would fix this issue, and I would certainly give you a five star since I love the programming.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Decibel level
    Canada2 years ago
  • True local insights

    Really enjoy the insightful local content. I especially enjoyed your January 18th edition which featured a broad-ranging conversation about the year in review. Intelligent discussion about some of the challenges and opportunities we are seeing in our region including labour shortages, population growth and opportunities in the SMR space. I hope policy makers are listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryan histoven
    Canada3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the informative content, particularly valuing insights from local business and education leaders.
Some feedback highlights sound quality issues which detract from the listening experience, indicating a need for technical improvements.
The podcast is regarded as a compulsory listen for those interested in the dynamics of Atlantic Canada, offering relevant and actionable insights.
There's a tangible enthusiasm for discussions surrounding economic development and policy formulation, often resonating well with the audience.

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Building Skills, Driving Growth: Inside CCNB’s Role in New Brunswick’s Future
Q: Where do you see the college education fitting in the post-secondary landscape these days?
Pierre explains that 38% of job positions will require a college education, highlighting the importance of CCNB in fulfilling this need in the province.
Building Skills, Driving Growth: Inside CCNB’s Role in New Brunswick’s Future
Q: What is the role of CCNB in terms of the whole housing issue for your students?
CCNB has developed a three-pronged approach to secure housing through leases, conversions and exploring the possibility of building residences.
Building Skills, Driving Growth: Inside CCNB’s Role in New Brunswick’s Future
Q: What is the economic impact of the French community college system in New Brunswick?
The economic impact is substantial, with annual tax revenues just shy of $30 million and over $1.1 billion in sustained economic activity by graduates.
Building Skills, Driving Growth: Inside CCNB’s Role in New Brunswick’s Future
Q: Can you give our listeners a little bit of your history?
Pierre discusses his upbringing in Toronto and Montreal, his move to New Brunswick for a job in academia, and his eventual position as CEO of CCNB.
Atlantic Canada’s Billion-Dollar Defence Opportunity – Insights with Victoria Belbin
Q: What is the economic impact of the aerospace and defense sector in GDP terms?
The economic impact of the sector was approximately $1.2 billion directly and 2.5 billion in total in 2020, with direct employment around 11,000.

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Recent guests on Insights include:

1. Pierre Zundel
2. David Brushett
3. David Ganong
4. Victoria Belbin
5. Andy Fillmore
6. Tim Houston
7. Ramsay Duff
8. Barb Stegemann

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