PTBO Connect
PTBO Connect
Rob Davidson & Erica Young
Rob Davidson and Erica Young dive into the business community of Peterborough, Ontario and chat with local business owners about their experiences throughout their first years of operation. Local breweries and bars often stop by as well.
Mike Frampton Talks Donuts and Bringing Good Vibes
This week on PTBO Connect - Rob and Chance chat with Owner of Tragically Dipped, a new donut store in Downtown Peterborough! They discuss his decision to open his own store, as well as the importance of bringing people happiness in Peterborough. Hosts: Rob Davidson & Chance Chapadeau Guests: Mike Frampton Producer: Matty Latour/MNC Podcast Productions Sponsors: Y Drive PTBO, Factory Direct Attachments Learn more about Tragically Dipped: https://www.tragicallydipped.ca/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
Apr 29, 2022
1 hr 19 min
Gezim Veliu Talks Launching Grande Prairie's First Ride Share with Y Drive
Rob is joined by Gezim Veliu, the man who is helping lead the expansion of Y Drive to Alberta in Grande Prairie! They talk about the excitement of launching to a second location, as well as some of the differences and challenges in another province. Scott Davidson also joins the podcast, to talk about some of their explorations into other markets throughout Ontario. Hosts: Rob Davidson Guests: Gezim Veliu & Scott Davidson Producer: Matty Latour/MNC Podcast Productions Sponsors: Y Drive PTBO, Factory Direct Attachments This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
Apr 11, 2022
1 hr 1 min
Lisa Couture Talks Going Viral and the Importance of Kindness
Rob and Erica are joined by Lisa Couture, the Owner of Couture Candy PTBO in Downtown Peterborough! She discusses recently going viral on TikTok, the importance as kindness as a business owner, and all things candy! Hosts: Rob Davidson & Erica Young Guests: Lisa Couture Producer: Matty Latour/MNC Podcast Productions Sponsors: Y Drive PTBO, Factory Direct Attachments Learn more about Couture Candy PTBO: https://couturecandyptbo.ca/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
Mar 25, 2022
56 min
Brad Angevaare on Turning A Father-Son Hobby Into A Business
Rob is joined by Brad Angevaare of Angevaare Motorsports, based in Peterborough, ON! Brad and his father design custom mini jetboats, and also have a 2001 Mazda Miata racecar that rips around tracks throughout Ontario. Host: Rob Davidson Guests: Brad Angevaare Producer: Matty Latour/MNC Podcast Productions Sponsors: Y Drive PTBO, Factory Direct Attachments Learn more about Angevaare Motorsports: https://www.angevaaremotorsports.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
Mar 11, 2022
1 hr 3 min
Nathan & Andrew Anker Talk Running Their Own Brewery and Giving Back
Rob is joined by the brother duo of Nathan and Andrew Anker, Co-Owners of Haven Brewing Company in Peterborough! They discuss taking over the brewery, giving back to the community and of course, beer! Host: Rob Davidson Guests: Nathan and Andrew Anker Producer: Matty Latour/MNC Podcast Productions Sponsors: Y Drive PTBO, Factory Direct Attachments Learn more about Haven Brewing Company! https://havenbrewing.ca/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
Feb 25, 2022
1 hr 1 min
Mark Million on Opening His Dream Store
Rob is joined by Owner of The Capital PTBO (and host of The Capital PTBO Podcast) Mark Million to discuss opening his dream sports store in Downtown Peterborough. The boys chat about his philosophies as a business owner, what he's learned from his previous mistakes, and a little bit of sports as well! Host: Rob Davidson Guest: Mark Million Producer: Matty Latour/MNC Podcast Productions Sponsors: Y Drive PTBO, Factory Direct Attachments Follow The Capital PTBO on social media! @TheCapitalPTBO This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
Feb 18, 2022
1 hr 11 min
Jessie Primeau on the Importance of a Good Realtor
This week on PTBO Connect, Rob is joined by Peterborough-based Real Estate Professional Jessie Primeau to chat about the market locally, as well as how he wants to change adults sports in the Peterborough region. Host: Rob Davidson Guest: Jessie Primeau Producer: Matty Latour/MNC Podcast Productions Sponsors: Y Drive PTBO, Factory Direct Attachments Follow Jessie on Instagram! @JessiePrimeau This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
Feb 11, 2022
1 hr
Joel Potter on Launching Local Food Delivery App Y Drive Eats
Rob is joined by Y Drive's own Joel Potter to discuss the launch of their new Peteborough-based delivery app, Y Drive Eats! They discuss how the app came about, the trials and errors, and why it'll be beneficial for both restaurant owners, as well as drivers. Host: Rob Davidson Guest: Joel Potter Producer: Matty Latour/MNC Podcast Productions Sponsors: Y Drive PTBO, Factory Direct Attachments
Feb 4, 2022
1 hr 4 min
Steve Thexton and the Art of Transporting Exotic Animals
Rob and Erica are joined by Steve Thexton, who has had a career in working with animals that sees him now as one of the most trusted exotic animal movers in Canada with ZooCon! He tells some of his favourite stories from driving animals on long trips to their new location, as well as some of his memories from working at Riverview Park and Zoo in Peterborough, Ontario. Hosts: Rob Davidson & Erica Young Guest: Steve Thexton Producer: Matty Latour/MNC Podcast Productions Sponsors: Y Drive PTBO, Factory Direct Attachments This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
Jan 28, 2022
52 min
'The Wrap God' Bryan Sablay
Rob is joined by Peterborough's 'Wrap God' Bryan Sablay of Optimum Wraps! They discuss how he got into vehicle wrapping, some of his accomplishments in that realm, as well as some of his favourite projects he's ever done. Host: Rob Davidson Guest: Bryan Sablay Producer: Matty Latour/MNC Podcast Productions Sponsors: Y Drive PTBO, Factory Direct Attachments Follow Optimum Wraps on Instagram @OptimumWraps This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
Jan 21, 2022
1 hr 19 min
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