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

Don Mills & David Campbell
Atlantic Canada
New Brunswick
Nova Scotia
Economic Development
Artificial Intelligence
Immigration
Aquaculture
Renewable Energy
Healthcare
Halifax
Natural Resources
Canada
Tariffs
Natural Gas
Economic Growth
Economic Impact
U.S. Trade Policy
Biosciences
Market Research
Entrepreneurship

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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On this week’s Insights podcast, we speak with John MacIsaac, President of ProEnergy Global Solutions Canada Ltd. and Brad Coady, Chief Commercial Officer, NB Power, about an important new initiative, the Renewable Integration Grid Security Project (... more

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Recent Guests

Marie Mullally
CEO of CUA
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Episode: The Gradual Evolution of Credit Unions into Banking Institutions
Dallas McCready
President and CEO, Atlantic Lottery Corporation
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Moez Rajwani
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Andrew Parsons
Project director for Nova Sustainable Fuels
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Nathan Ough
CEO of VoltaGrid, a portable power company looking to invest in a large data center
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Episode: Powering the Future: Can Saint John Become Canada’s Next Data Centre Hub?
Camille Thériault
Former Premier of New Brunswick and CEO of UNI Financial Corporation
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Episode: Leadership That Lasts: Camille Thériault on Politics, People, and Progress
Terrilee Bulger
General Manager and co-owner of Nimbus Publishing
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Episode: Nimbus is the Largest English Book Publisher East of Montreal
Aldéa Landry
A highly respected political figure in New Brunswick with a long career in public service and mentoring.
Former Deputy Premier of New Brunswick
Episode: Aldéa Landry on her long career and legacy
Darren Check
CEO of Cherubini Metal Works
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Episode: Cherubini has Quietly Become the Largest Structured Steel Fabricator East of Montreal

Hosts

Don Mills
Host of Insights Podcast with a focus on economic and social issues in Atlantic Canada.
David Campbell
Co-host, economist, contributing voice on regional policy and economic analysis.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • Question everything, and don't trust a host who appears to worship their guests (yes, getting the NS premier on a podcast is a real 'get', but this is not journalism- it's punditry)

    Podcast Addict
    3
    Aurorespera
    2 months ago
  • 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
    Canada3 years ago

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Audience finds the conversations informative and locally relevant for decision-makers and stakeholders.
Guests and topics often address workforce, immigration, and policy impacts for the region.
Sound quality and production consistency are common improvement points.
Listeners appreciate the focus on Atlantic Canada's leaders and regional growth.

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Talking Points

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The Gradual Evolution of Credit Unions into Banking Institutions
Q: What are the three key differences between a credit union and a traditional bank?
The three differences are the cooperative ownership structure with member customers who elect the board, provincial regulation limiting operations to one jurisdiction, and a purpose focused on delivering the best possible experience to member-owners rather than maximizing shareholder value.
Powering the Future: Can Saint John Become Canada’s Next Data Centre Hub?
Q: Do you have any sense for us of how many jobs will be created during the construction phase?
We'll have a couple hundred people on site during construction, with long-term employment selected for St. John as a hub for maintenance.
Powering the Future: Can Saint John Become Canada’s Next Data Centre Hub?
Q: Can you tell us, though, what it actually does?
VoltaGrid is broken into three components: it's the U.S.'s largest portable power company, it has a fueling and infrastructure company, and it operates a behind-the-meter power generation platform.
Leadership That Lasts: Camille Thériault on Politics, People, and Progress
Q: What do you think the lesson is for other tourism operators in the province?
Thériault emphasized the importance of thinking outside the box, leveraging technology, and the need for communities to work together to enhance tourism offerings.
Leadership That Lasts: Camille Thériault on Politics, People, and Progress
Q: How did you end up winning that role and taking on the role of leader of the party and premier?
Thériault became premier after Frank McKenna stepped down but felt his leadership had a degree of challenge due to McKenna's high popularity. He emphasized the importance of organization and support from his caucus colleagues in winning the leadership role.

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What is Insights about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program focuses on Atlantic Canada's economic and social development through data-driven discussions with business leaders, policymakers, and researchers. Episodes frequently center on regional investment, energy transitions, workforce needs, immigration, and community-building, often highlighting practical steps, policy implications, and the practical impacts of decisions on local communities. A standout pattern is the emphasis on collaboration between public, private, and academic sectors to foster growth in smaller markets, with guests ranging from premier-level policymakers to industry executives and regional innovators. Listeners can expect thoughtful, regionally grounded conversations that translate complex topics into actionable... more

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1. Marie Mullally
2. Dallas McCready
3. Moez Rajwani
4. Andrew Parsons
5. Nathan Ough
6. Camille Thériault
7. Terrilee Bulger
8. Aldéa Landry

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