Fireside Chats with Erin
Fireside Chats with Erin
Grain Growers of Canada
Fireside Chats with Erin is a bi-weekly podcast from the Grain Growers of Canada that features real conversations with industry influencers and policy makers.
Fireside Chat with Sonny Perdue
In this first episode of the second season, Erin sits down with the United States’ 31st Secretary of Agriculture and Governor of the state of Georgia, Sonny Perdue. They talk about the day Secretary Perdue got “the call”, his relationship with his Canadian counterpart and what he did the day President Donald Trump threatened to withdraw from NAFTA
Dec 20, 2021
32 min
Beers With Branden | Episode 7: CJ Hélie
The season finale of #BeerswithBranden is out! Excellent conversation with Beer Canada President CJ Hélie, highlighting the important relationship between farmers and brewers. From rising taxes on your favourite beer, to the beer industry’s need for the high quality grain grown by our farmers, this episode covers all you need to know about the Canadian #beer industry!
Nov 9, 2021
47 min
Beers With Branden | Episode 6: Al Mussell
The latest edition of #BeerswithBranden is out! This week’s guest is Al Mussell, the Research Lead and Found of Agrifood Economic Systems. Fascinating conversation about the state of global trade, protectionism, China’s influence, changing farm sizes, environmental practices and much more! Big thanks to Waterloo Brewing for the providing great beers, and our presenting sponsor Beer Canada!
Sep 16, 2021
1 hr 22 min
Beers With Branden | Episode 5: Cam Dahl
The latest episode of #BeerswithBranden is out now! This week’s guest is Cam Dahl, General Manager of Manitoba Pork, to discuss the state of international trade, trade agreements failing farmers, the @RespGrain Code of Practice, and much more! #MBAg #AgTwitter
Sep 8, 2021
1 hr 13 min
Beers With Branden | Episode 4: Brenna Mahoney
Episode 4 of #BeerswithBranden is available now! This episode features Brenna Mahoney, General Manager of Keystone Agricultural Producers discussing her new role, women in agriculture, and how we can better build public trust amongst consumers. Thanks to Fort Garry Beer for some excellent beers, and co-presenter Beer Canada!
Aug 23, 2021
1 hr
Beers With Branden | Episode 3: Erin O'Toole
Episode 3 of #BeersWithBranden is available now! This episode features an interview with Conservative Leader, Erin O'Toole, discussing his vision for the future of agriculture in Canada. This wide ranging discussion touches on trade, innovation, climate change, his favorite Canadian rock band, and more. Thanks to our co-presenter, Beer Canada!
Aug 9, 2021
45 min
Beers With Branden | Episode 2: Robert Sopuck
Episode 2 of #BeerswithBranden is now available! Featuring an interview with former MP and Author Robert Sopuck. Big thank you to beer sponsor Farmery Estate Brewing and co-presenter Beer Canada!
Aug 4, 2021
1 hr 7 min
Beers with Branden | Episode 1: Tom Steve
Episode 1 of #BeerswithBranden now available! Featuring an interview with industry veteran Tom Steve of Alberta Wheat and Alberta Barley. Big thank you to beer sponsor Village Brewery and co-presenter Beer Canada 
Jul 26, 2021
1 hr 10 min
Fireside Chat with CPC Shadow Minister for Agriculture & Agri-Food Lianne Rood
In the 20th episode, Erin sits down with the CPC Shadow Minister for Agriculture & Agri-Food Lianne Rood to unpack the Conservative climate plan and its potential impact on Canada’s agriculture sector, and talk about how Conservative support for Bill C-216 squares with the party’s track record on trade.
Jun 30, 2021
26 min
Fireside Chat with Trevor Heck
In this episode, Erin is joined by Syngenta Canada president Trevor Heck. During their conversation, they explore shared interests including; diversity and inclusion, leading during times of great uncertainty, and how Canada’s agriculture sector will attract the talent it needs to realize its full growth potential.
May 13, 2021
42 min
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