Irrepressibles Podcast

About Irrepressibles Podcast

Exploring the mindset that fuels young, passionate entrepreneurs to succeed.

Publisher

Dannie & Eric Waev

Category

business · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Sept 2024

Latest episode

29 Nov 2025

Latest episodes

12 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Nov 2025

   e12 - Alberto Aguilar: Why Plantaform CEO Believes Desert Farming Is the Next Big Frontier - The $125M Bet

   In this episode, we sit down with Alberto Aguilar, Founder & CEO of Plantaform. During the conversation, Alberto opens up about the roller coaster year that reshaped the company — from losing his co-founder to entering the U.S. market, winning the CES Best of Innovation Award, and launching Plantafarm, a groundbreaking solution for growing food sustainably in desert climates. Tune in for his inspiring story! In this conversation, you’ll discover: - How Plantaform rebuilt after a sudden co-founder departure - What it takes to launch new markets, secure major grants, and pivot globally - The top mindset qualities you need to succeed as a founder Tune in to get inspired and learn what it truly takes to build an industry from scratch in today’s fast-paced world! --- About the Irrepressibles Podcast The Irrepressibles Podcast is all about uncovering the mindset qualities that define successful entrepreneurs. Hosted by Dannie, a former Radio-Canada reporter, each episode features in-depth interviews with young entrepreneurs who have overcome challenges and carved out their own path to success. We dive into their personal stories, discussing the habits, mental frameworks, and philosophies that help them stay unstoppable. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, seasoned business owner, or just someone looking for motivation, this podcast offers real, actionable insights from people who’ve been where you are. Join us on this journey to discover what it truly means to be irrepressible! Follow us on social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irrepressibles.podcast/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@irrepressibles.podcast?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irrepressibles.podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/irrepressibles.bsky.social LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106206525/admin/dashboard/ --- Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on future episodes! #IrrepressiblesPodcast #EntrepreneurJourney #MindsetForSuccess #YoungEntrepreneurs #businesssuccess

2. 

   13 Sept 2025

   e11 - Emily Péloquin: Why concrete rooftops may hold the key to food security for urban centers

   Welcome to the eleventh episode of the Irrepressibles Podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Emily Peloquin, Communications Coordinator at Lufa Farms. For over 15 years, Lufa has been pioneering rooftop greenhouses across Montreal, reshaping how cities grow, consume, and think about food. Emily shares how the team turned a “crazy idea” into a global model for sustainable food systems, why consumer mindsets need to shift, and what resilience in food really looks like. In this conversation, you’ll discover: How rooftop greenhouses are transforming unused space into thriving farms Why local food is more resilient to crises like pandemics and supply chain shocks The mindset shift consumers need to build a better food system Tune in to get inspired and rethink what’s possible when business and sustainability meet. You can find more information about this episode here: www.irrepressiblespodcast.com/episodes/lufa-farms About the Irrepressibles Podcast The Irrepressibles Podcast is all about uncovering the mindset qualities that define successful entrepreneurs. Hosted by Dannie, a former Radio-Canada reporter, each episode features in-depth interviews with young entrepreneurs who have overcome challenges and carved out their own path to success. We dive into their personal stories, discussing the habits, mental frameworks, and philosophies that help them stay unstoppable. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, seasoned business owner, or just someone looking for motivation, this podcast offers real, actionable insights from people who’ve been where you are. Join us on this journey to discover what it truly means to be irrepressible! Follow us on social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irrepressibles.podcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/irrepressibles.podcast/) Threads: https://www.threads.net/@irrepressibles.podcast?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== (https://www.threads.net/@irrepressibles.podcast?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irrepressibles.podcast (https://www.facebook.com/irrepressibles.podcast) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/irrepressibles.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/irrepressibles.bsky.social) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106206525/admin/dashboard/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/106206525/admin/dashboard/) Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on future episodes!

3. 

   12 Jul 2025

   e10 - Riaz Sidi: Building a Million Dollar Marketing Agency - When Passion Faded, He Did This Instead

   Welcome to the tenth episode of the Irrepressibles Podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Riaz Sidi, Founder and President of Sidi.io, one of Ottawa’s fastest-growing marketing agencies. During the conversation, Riaz opens up about his early struggles with depression, the unexpected path that led him from call centers to entrepreneurship, and how discipline—not passion—became the foundation of his success. Tune in for his inspiring story! In this conversation, you’ll discover: - Why Riaz believes “taking the leap” is a choice you make every day - The power of building a business by being real, not perfect - The top mindset qualities you need to succeed as a founder Tune in to get inspired and learn what it truly takes to make it as a young entrepreneur in today’s fast-paced world! --- About the Irrepressibles Podcast The Irrepressibles Podcast is all about uncovering the mindset qualities that define successful entrepreneurs. Hosted by Dannie, a former Radio-Canada reporter, each episode features in-depth interviews with young entrepreneurs who have overcome challenges and carved out their own path to success. We dive into their personal stories, discussing the habits, mental frameworks, and philosophies that help them stay unstoppable. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, seasoned business owner, or just someone looking for motivation, this podcast offers real, actionable insights from people who’ve been where you are. Join us on this journey to discover what it truly means to be irrepressible! Follow us on social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irrepressibles.podcast/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@irrepressibles.podcast?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irrepressibles.podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/irrepressibles.bsky.social LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106206525/admin/dashboard/ --- Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on future episodes! #IrrepressiblesPodcast #EntrepreneurJourney #MindsetForSuccess #YoungEntrepreneurs #BusinessSuccess

4. 

   26 Apr 2025

   e09 - Nilufer Erdebil: Turning Customer Insights into Actionable Business Innovation

   Welcome to the ninth episode of the Irrepressibles Podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Nilufer Erdebil, founder of Spring2Innovation (https://spring2innovation.com/) and author of Future Proofing by Design. (https://amzn.to/42SYB3S) During the conversation, Nilufer shares her journey from software development to leading change through innovation and design thinking, how she built her business while balancing single motherhood, and why understanding the end-user is crucial to true innovation. Tune in for her inspiring story! In this conversation, you’ll discover: How to apply design thinking to build better products and services The reality of growing a business while raising a family The top mindset qualities you need to succeed as a founder Tune in to get inspired and learn what it truly takes to make it as a young entrepreneur in today’s fast-paced world! You can find more information about this episode here: https://www.irrepressiblespodcast.com/episodes/turning-customer-insights-into-actionable-business-innovation (https://www.irrepressiblespodcast.com/episodes/turning-customer-insights-into-actionable-business-innovation) About the Irrepressibles Podcast The Irrepressibles Podcast is all about uncovering the mindset qualities that define successful entrepreneurs. Hosted by Dannie, a former Radio-Canada reporter, each episode features in-depth interviews with young entrepreneurs who have overcome challenges and carved out their own path to success. We dive into their personal stories, discussing the habits, mental frameworks, and philosophies that help them stay unstoppable. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, seasoned business owner, or just someone looking for motivation, this podcast offers real, actionable insights from people who’ve been where you are. Join us on this journey to discover what it truly means to be irrepressible! Follow us on social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irrepressibles.podcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/irrepressibles.podcast/) Threads: https://www.threads.net/@irrepressibles.podcast?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== (https://www.threads.net/@irrepressibles.podcast?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irrepressibles.podcast (https://www.facebook.com/irrepressibles.podcast) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/irrepressibles.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/irrepressibles.bsky.social) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106206525/admin/dashboard/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/106206525/admin/dashboard/) Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on future episodes! #IrrepressiblesPodcast #EntrepreneurJourney #MindsetForSuccess #YoungEntrepreneurs #BusinessSuccess

5. 

   7 Apr 2025

   e08 - Emily Castellani: From Nurse to Movement Coach: Emily's Journey to Entrepreneurship

   Welcome to the eighth episode of the Irrepressibles Podcast! 🎙️ This week, we sit down with Emily Castellani, co-founder of Carlington Movement and Massage, to hear her powerful story of pivoting from nursing to entrepreneurship in the wellness space. Emily’s path is rooted in personal transformation—from navigating chronic pain to helping others reconnect with their bodies through movement. Her work with seniors, her honest take on entrepreneurship, and her reflections on upcoming motherhood make this episode a deeply human and inspiring listen. In this conversation, you’ll discover: Why she left nursing for holistic wellness The mindset shift that turned pain into purpose What seniors have taught her about aging well Her honest approach to building a balanced business Why “just starting” might be the best advice of all Emily reminds us that growth doesn’t always mean scaling—it can also mean grounding yourself in what matters most. Tune in to get inspired and learn what it truly takes to make it as a young entrepreneur in today’s fast-paced world! You can find more information about this episode here: --- About the Irrepressibles Podcast The Irrepressibles Podcast is all about uncovering the mindset qualities that define successful entrepreneurs. Hosted by Dannie, a former Radio-Canada reporter, each episode features in-depth interviews with young entrepreneurs who have overcome challenges and carved out their own path to success. We dive into their personal stories, discussing the habits, mental frameworks, and philosophies that help them stay unstoppable. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, seasoned business owner, or just someone looking for motivation, this podcast offers real, actionable insights from people who’ve been where you are. Join us on this journey to discover what it truly means to be irrepressible! Follow us on social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irrepressibles.podcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/irrepressibles.podcast/) Threads: https://www.threads.net/@irrepressibles.podcast?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== (https://www.threads.net/@irrepressibles.podcast?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irrepressibles.podcast (https://www.facebook.com/irrepressibles.podcast) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/irrepressibles.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/irrepressibles.bsky.social) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106206525/admin/dashboard/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/106206525/admin/dashboard/) Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on future episodes! #IrrepressiblesPodcast #EntrepreneurJourney #MindsetForSuccess #YoungEntrepreneurs #BusinessSuccess

6. 

   10 Mar 2025

   e07 - Alexy Lavigne-McPhee: Turning Rejected Fresh Fruit into a Million Dollar Business | Lessons in Innovation & Resilience

   Welcome to the seventh episode of the Irrepressibles Podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Alexy Lavigne-McPhee, founder of Flirt, a fresh fruit beverage company that’s not just serving up delicious drinks—it’s tackling food waste head-on. Built on a circular economy model, Flirt takes inspiration from the challenge of fresh fruit waste and turns it into an opportunity to upcycle and create something truly sustainable. Tune in for their inspiring story! In this conversation, you’ll discover: The journey of building Flirt The power of upcycling in the beverage industry How leaning on community can be a game-changer for founders The top mindset qualities you need to succeed as a founder Alexy is also a big believer in community-driven problem-solving, using LinkedIn as his personal soundboard—sharing insights, engaging with fellow entrepreneurs, and seeking advice when he hits roadblocks. Tune in to get inspired and learn what it truly takes to make it as a young entrepreneur in today’s fast-paced world! You can find more information about this episode here: https://www.irrepressiblespodcast.com/episodes/number-seven-alexy-lavigne-mcphee (https://www.irrepressiblespodcast.com/episodes/number-seven-alexy-lavigne-mcphee) --- About the Irrepressibles Podcast The Irrepressibles Podcast is all about uncovering the mindset qualities that define successful entrepreneurs. Hosted by Dannie, a former Radio-Canada reporter, each episode features in-depth interviews with young entrepreneurs who have overcome challenges and carved out their own path to success. We dive into their personal stories, discussing the habits, mental frameworks, and philosophies that help them stay unstoppable. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, seasoned business owner, or just someone looking for motivation, this podcast offers real, actionable insights from people who’ve been where you are. Join us on this journey to discover what it truly means to be irrepressible! Follow us on social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irrepressibles.podcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/irrepressibles.podcast/) Threads: https://www.threads.net/@irrepressibles.podcast?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== (https://www.threads.net/@irrepressibles.podcast?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irrepressibles.podcast (https://www.facebook.com/irrepressibles.podcast) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/irrepressibles.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/irrepressibles.bsky.social) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106206525/admin/dashboard/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/106206525/admin/dashboard/) Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on future episodes! #IrrepressiblesPodcast #EntrepreneurJourney #MindsetForSuccess #YoungEntrepreneurs #BusinessSuccess

7. 

   12 Feb 2025

   e06 - Ed Hansen: Building a Business That Lasts: Lessons in Leadership & Adaptability

   Welcome to the sixth episode of the Irrepressibles Podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Ed Hanson, a seasoned entrepreneur and dynamic business coach. With over 30 years of experience, Ed is now dedicated to helping other entrepreneurs as TEC Canada Coach and Peer Group Chair.  Tune in for the chance to listen in on his inspiring advice for founders! In this conversation, you’ll discover: - Why the downs and challenges are often where the most valuable lessons are learned. - How seeking out mentorship and community as an entrepreneur is critical to success and personal well-being - Game-changing insights that could transform your entrepreneurial journey - The top mindset qualities you need to succeed as a founder Tune in to get inspired and learn what it truly takes to make it as a young entrepreneur in today’s fast-paced world! You can find more information about this episode here: https://www.irrepressiblespodcast.com/episodes/lessons-in-leadership-adaptability Books mentioned: Leaders Eat Last: https://amzn.to/4aPslC2 Man's search for meaning: https://amzn.to/3QbUGJx --- About the Irrepressibles Podcast The Irrepressibles Podcast is all about uncovering the mindset qualities that define successful entrepreneurs. Hosted by Dannie, a former Radio-Canada reporter, each episode features in-depth interviews with young entrepreneurs who have overcome challenges and carved out their own path to success. We dive into their personal stories, discussing the habits, mental frameworks, and philosophies that help them stay unstoppable. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, seasoned business owner, or just someone looking for motivation, this podcast offers real, actionable insights from people who’ve been where you are. Join us on this journey to discover what it truly means to be irrepressible! Follow us on social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irrepressibles.podcast/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@irrepressibles.podcast?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irrepressibles.podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/irrepressibles.bsky.social LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106206525/admin/dashboard/ --- Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on future episodes! #IrrepressiblesPodcast #EntrepreneurJourney #MindsetForSuccess #YoungEntrepreneurs #businesssuccess --- Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 2:44 - Ed’s background as an entrepreneur 5:46 - The difference between passion for an innovative idea vs passion for entrepreneurship itself 7:43 - What is an entrepreneurial brain? 9:38 - Building a business then vs now 12:53 - The role of risk 17:00 - The dog Murphy joins the conversation! 17:25 - TEC (The Executive Committee) 18:28 - How being vulnerable is good for business 23:04 - Ed talks about his life’s purpose 24:31 - Ed’s pearls of wisdom for new founders 31:22 - When life gets in the way of business 34:10 - The adaptive mindset 35:42 - When an entrepreneur gets bored: watch out 37:12 - What Ed’s kids teach him about business 44:03 - The importance of creativity 46:15 - Does an entrepreneur need battle scars to succeed? 50:30 - Digging deep for the drive to keep going when things go wrong 52:48 - How entrepreneurs lie to themselves 55:33 - Is the end goal making money? 59:00 - Is the new generation risk averse? 1:00:00 - Who deserves success? 1:03:41 - The influence of friends and family 1:08:10 - Picking your team 1:13:42 - Uncomfortable decisions that affect your team 1:18:10 - Entrepreneurship is lonely 1:21:10 - Ed’s personal account of significant hardship 1:23:48 - The importance of peer groups in business 1:26:22 - Top mindset quality needed to succeed as an entrepreneur 1:29:49 - Advice on setting goals

8. 

   13 Jan 2025

   e05 - Prestige Home Improvement: Coast to coast in just two years: how this startup is going nation-wide

   Prestige Home Improvement co-founders Louis Lacombe-Denis and Travis Moriarty share their inspiring journey from personal trainers to nationwide HVAC startup leaders, driven by creativity, conviction, and sheer willpower.

9. 

   16 Dec 2024

   e04 - Graeme Barlow: From Startup Success to Guiding the Next Generation

   Graeme Barlow shares his insights on resilience and mindset, highlighting the importance of mentorship, circle-curation, and a growth mindset for young entrepreneurs to overcome challenges and achieve success.

10. 

    2 Dec 2024

    Rewiring Careers: Government Workers Turned Innovators | Pluvo

    Government workers turned entrepreneurs Alex and Vanessa, founders of Pluvo, share their journey from skepticism to innovation and success, revealing the mindset and determination that turned their 'matrix-like' idea into an award-winning reality.

11. 

    4 Nov 2024

    Apprends et Entreprends: Régler ses propres problèmes et en fonder des entreprises | Épisode 02

    Dans ce deuxième épisode du podcast Irrepréssibles 🎙️, nous rencontrons Charles-Antoine Hallé, fondateur d'Apprends et Entreprends: une compagnie d'éducation entrepreneuriale qui aide les jeunes du secondaire à en apprendre plus sur le monde des affaires. Cette compagnie, lancée par frustration en raison du manque d'encadrement au niveau entrepreneurial pour les jeunes, est l'une des trois compagnies dont nous parlons durant cet épisode. Durant cette conversation, vous découvrirez: - Le parcours à Charles-Antoine, qui l'a mené à fonder tous ses projets: Apprends et Entreprends, le Défi48 et Legal Sensus - Le mindset nécessaire pour se lancer en affaires - La manière dont Charles-Antoine génère ses idées d'entreprises Cet épisode saura vous inspirer et vous aider à découvrir ce qu’il faut vraiment pour réussir en tant que jeune entrepreneur dans le monde d’aujourd’hui! --- About the Irrepressibles Podcast The Irrepressibles Podcast is all about uncovering the mindset qualities that define successful entrepreneurs. Hosted by Dannie, a former Radio-Canada reporter, each episode features in-depth interviews with young entrepreneurs who have overcome challenges and carved out their own path to success. We dive into their personal stories, discussing the habits, mental frameworks, and philosophies that help them stay unstoppable. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, seasoned business owner, or just someone looking for motivation, this podcast offers real, actionable insights from people who’ve been where you are. Join us on this journey to discover what it truly means to be irrepressible! --- **Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on future episodes!** #IrrepressiblesPodcast #EntrepreneurJourney #MindsetForSuccess #YoungEntrepreneurs #BusinessSuccess

12. 

    18 Sept 2024

    Plantaform: From apartment 3D printers to production line | Episode 01

    Welcome to the very first episode of the Irrepressibles Podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with the 2 co-founders of Plantaform, an innovative indoor garden startup that has, in a short time, gone from an idea to a million-dollar venture that now is expanding from Canada all the way to Africa and the Middle-east.  CEO Alberto Aguilar and CPO Kiwa Lang share the mindset shifts that makes them capable of withstanding adversity, overcoming obstacles, living with risk and of simply never giving up. In this conversation, you’ll discover: - How Alberto and Kiwa navigated the early struggles of entrepreneurship by hearing about their challenges, problems, and bumps in the road - The key mindset principles that drove their rapid growth - Practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs on staying resilient and focused Tune in to get inspired and learn what it truly takes to make it as a young entrepreneur in today’s fast-paced world! --- Get $100 OFF at checkout with code "IRREPRESSIBLES" on plantaform.com --- About the Irrepressibles Podcast The Irrepressibles Podcast is all about uncovering the mindset qualities that define successful entrepreneurs. Hosted by Dannie, a former Radio-Canada reporter, each episode features in-depth interviews with young entrepreneurs who have overcome challenges and carved out their own path to success. We dive into their personal stories, discussing the habits, mental frameworks, and philosophies that help them stay unstoppable. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, seasoned business owner, or just someone looking for motivation, this podcast offers real, actionable insights from people who’ve been where you are. Join us on this journey to discover what it truly means to be irrepressible! --- **Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on future episodes!** #IrrepressiblesPodcast #EntrepreneurJourney #MindsetForSuccess #YoungEntrepreneurs #BusinessSuccess

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Podcast Authority Score: 39 / 100

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