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Bread and Butter Collective Podcast

Bread and Butter Collective Podcast

Hosted by CHEK Podcasts

Episodes

137

Latest episode

Oct 2026

Language

EN

About the show

Join two Victoria, BC restauranteurs as they share the secrets of the industry. Bread & Butter is a peer-driven collective aimed at providing resources and tools for improved levels of performance, peer accountability, learning & growth, political advocacy along with guidelines for operating businesses and managing lifestyles that are meaningful and lasting. We believe that the hospitality industry has not been working for all stakeholders for a long time and that the cracks have been blown wide open by the COVID-19 crises leaving most business owners struggling to survive and concerned about the future. Bread and Butter also believes that we can work together to develop a better way forward with the creation of a progressive community committed to holistic improvement as our foundation. Sponsored by Big Wheel Burger: bigwheelburger.com Learn more about the Big Wheel Burger Community Foundation: bigwheelfoundation.org

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October 8, 2026Episode 1621 min

#146 Authentic Cowichan Sweaters & Cook's Camp

In this episode, Sam and Calen dive into honoring Truth and Reconciliation Month by spotlighting authentic Cowichan sweaters and the artistry behind them. They share highlights and coffee-roasting experiences from Cook’s Camp in Pemberton, discuss an upcoming shift to an interview-based format for the podcast, and touch on regional politics and voting.

October 1, 2026Episode 1550 min

#145 Politics of Division

Sam and Calen on the mics, addressing the noise in today’s news cycle. They talk about political tactics aimed at keeping everyday people divided, from political instability in the U.S. and foreign wars to domestic policies.

September 24, 2026Episode 141 hr 3 min

#144 Power, Money & The Machine

Sam and Calen talk about the stuff actually impacting your life. US politics, the endless wars, and how billionaires and social media apps are using all of us to make a buck. No fluff or expert pretense, just two guys trying to figure out how everything got so out of hand.

June 25, 2026Episode 1352 min

#143 Local Development and Public Trust with Luke Mari part 2

This week, Luke Mari from Aryze joins the show to talk about building community spaces. Luke discusses his current projects and dives into the fascinating, sometimes frustrating reality of public skepticism toward community-focused companies.

June 18, 2026Episode 1246 min

#142 Local Development and Public Trust with Luke Mari Part 1

This week, Luke Mari from Aryze joins the show to talk about building community spaces. Luke discusses his current projects and dives into the fascinating, sometimes frustrating reality of public skepticism toward community-focused companies.

June 11, 2026Episode 111 hr 21 min

#141 The True Cost of Doing Business

In this episode, Sam and Calen look at how changes in the economy affect independent businesses. They discuss minimum wage, how consumer income drives sales, and what it takes to promote your business today.

June 4, 2026Episode 101 hr 22 min

#140 Growing the Economy by Supporting People

In this episode, Sam and Calen share their thoughts on the latest political news. They focus on Canada’s welfare system and challenge the idea that social support holds an economy back. Instead, they explain how investing in people gives them the tools to grow, which ultimately builds a stronger country for everyone.

May 28, 2026Episode 91 hr 17 min

#139 Human Resources and Family Advocacy with Robynne Randall

Sam and Calen sit down with Robynne Randall, the HR Manager at Big Wheel Burger. Robynne shares her professional journey navigating human resources in the local food industry. She also opens up about her personal experience using her voice to navigate the school system and advocate for her child with Down syndrome and autism.

May 21, 2026Episode 754 min

#138 Rethinking Urban Farming with Ash Whelan

This week, Ash Whelan from FED Urban Agriculture joins the show to discuss the future of city farming. Ash talks about transforming underutilized urban spaces, from contaminated lots to rooftops. We also look at how FED uses backyard garden shares and simple farming kits to make fresh, local produce accessible to everyone in the community.

May 14, 2026Episode 71 hr 12 min

#137 Wealth Gaps, War, and Authoritarian Patterns

Sam and Calen talk about the way the system is set up for the wealthy to succeed at the expense of others. They explore how the war with Iran is hitting the global economy and walk through the 11 steps of authoritarianism to discuss the current state of politics in the US.

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