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This Commerce Life

Phil Chang / Kenny Vannucci
Canada
Retail
Covid-19
Community Support
Entrepreneurship
Covid-19 Impact
Canadian Retail
Callister Soda
Sustainability
Consumer Packaged Goods
Kombucha
Smartsip
Craft Beverage Industry
Food Safety
Food Industry
Vancouver
Kelowna Farmer's Market
Claudio Perazzo
Immigration
Local Ingredients

A Canadian Podcast, focused on Canadian brands, determined to talk about Canadian success stories. We are retail educators and experts, teaching Canadian businesses how to build, grow, and scale in retail. As industry connectors, Kenny & Phil bring decades of experience as buyers, sales strategists, and marketers into delivering practical, actionable education grounded in real-world application.

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Latest Episodes

Zane Caplansky opened what's considered Toronto's first pop-up restaurant — a deli inside a dive bar in Little Italy — and turned it into one of the city's most beloved institutions. Along the way he appeared on Dragon's Den three times, got featured... more

What do you do when the brand you built to over $100 million goes bankrupt — and then you get the chance to buy it back? That's exactly what Amelia Warren and Kyle Vucko did with Epicure.

In this episode, Phil and Kenny sit down with the co-managing... more

Phil and Kenny sit down with Bonnie Joyce — the photographer and web designer behind some of the best headshots This Commerce Life has ever had (which, admittedly, is a low bar). Bonnie runs Bonnie Joyce Creative Studio, a photography and Wix web des... more

The survival math behind Vancouver's independent restaurant scene — and why cheap food is never actually cheap.

Phil and Kenny sit down with Robert Belcham — a 35-year Vancouver chef, restaurateur behind Campanolo, Monarch Burger, and Poppina Cantee... more

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Recent Guests

Bonnie Joyce
Photographer and founder of Bonnie Joyce Creative Studio
Bonnie Joyce Creative Studio
Episode: Brand Photography, Wix vs WordPress, and Why AI Can't Replace This | ft. Bonnie Joyce
Robert Belcham
Chef, Chef's Table member, multiple Vancouver restaurants
Campanolo, Monarch Burger, Fat Dragon, The Commons by CTS
Episode: Vancouver Chef Robert Belcham on Restaurant Survival, Pricing Truth & Why Cheap Food Costs Someone Dearly
Julie Therrien
From Leclerc, food executive with export expertise
Leclerc
Episode: The Queen of Cookies on 28 Years at Leclerc, Breaking Into Mexico & Why Independents Still Matter
Stacey Kravitz
President of UNFI Canada
UNFI Canada
Episode: Why Retailers Want a Distributor (Not You) — Inside UNFI Canada with President Stacey Kravitz
Kevin Sotto
Founder/owner of Sotto Digital, digital management strategy, branding, and marketing consultant
Sotto Digital
Episode: Why Your Brand Looks Like Frankenstein (And How to Fix It) ft. Kevin Sotto
Stephanie (Umami Crave the Fifth)
Co-owner of Umami Crave the Fifth
Umami Crave the Fifth
Episode: The Real Cost of Getting Into Stores — Umami Crave the Fifth's Retail Journey
Joanne (Umami Crave the Fifth)
Co-owner of Umami Crave the Fifth
Umami Crave the Fifth
Episode: The Real Cost of Getting Into Stores — Umami Crave the Fifth's Retail Journey
Marc Whitmore
CEO and owner of Dennis Horseradish
Dennis Horseradish
Episode: From Deloitte Partner to Canada's Only Horseradish Producer | Marc Whitmore
Melissa L'Heureux-Hache
Founder of Vegain
Vegain
Episode: From Tinder to Acquisition to North America's First Clear Vegan Protein — Melissa L'Heureux-Hache of Vegain

Hosts

Kenny Vannucci
Host of This Commerce Life; retailer, buyer, and marketer with deep Canadian retail experience.
Phil
Co-host with extensive experience in retail education and hands-on guidance for Canadian brands.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • Just like listening to a consultant ....

    But better (and free!). Phil and Kenny are excellent at sharing their wisdom on just about every topic when it comes to retail, product launch, small to medium business. Time well spent. A must for start ups.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lululu64
    Canada2 years ago
  • fun conversational podcast

    Love the banter between Kenny and Phil. They get good guests and really interesting stories

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    asianmushroom_
    Canada4 years ago
  • If you love retail and the success stories of entrepreneurs, this podcast is a good one. Very focused on Canadian retail.

    Podchaser
    5
    Phil Chang
    4 years ago
  • Phil and Kenny rock!

    These hosts are energetic and funny, they always bring a varied selection of guests on the show that give real insights and tips to their audience. Quality production, keep it up guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joshill:)
    United States5 years ago
  • Pretty good, except for the sexist language used repeatedly

    Enjoyed hearing the first part of the discussion with Trevor. Had to stop listening after the fourth time someone used the term “girls” when referring to adult women. Please be aware that language reveals attitudes toward women which just are not appropriate and will alienate your listeners.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    CallmeTommy2
    Canada5 years ago

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Energetic hosts with quality production and real-world takeaways.
Some listeners note language concerns regarding sexism in one episode, which may affect audience inclusivity.
Hosts are excellent at sharing practical wisdom on retail and product launches.
Great banter and guest selection; insightful and entertaining.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#77
Canada/Business/Marketing
Apple Podcasts
#69
Mexico/Business/Marketing

Talking Points

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Brand Photography, Wix vs WordPress, and Why AI Can't Replace This | ft. Bonnie Joyce
Q: How did you fall into this line of work and decide to focus on Wix-based design and photography?
Bonnie explains a roundabout path from political science and copywriting to website projects, recognizing a mismatch with WordPress developers and preferring user-friendly platforms like Wix to serve small clients, which led to starting her own studio.
From Tinder to Acquisition to North America's First Clear Vegan Protein — Melissa L'Heureux-Hache of Vegain
Q: Prior to Vegain launch, were you both in school or did you come from science backgrounds?
No, Eden studied international business and Melissa studied environmental and agricultural sustainability, so while not strictly science, they leaned on scientific expertise through partnerships and lab work to develop their products.
From Canoes to Continents: Canada's Wild Rice Legacy with Matt Ratuski of Floating Leaf Fine Foods
Q: Could you introduce yourself and tell us about your background?
Matt explains his entry into the family business, his culinary background, and how he came to lead Floating Leaf Fine Foods, highlighting the multi-generational involvement and the shift from traditional wild rice to modern blended products.
Food Fraud and Authenticity Testing with Deleo De Leonardis, CEO of Purity IQ
Q: If things happen in the industry, how can people reach you for updates?
People can reach out to us through our website or on LinkedIn.
Sarah Harper and the Fiery World of Stoke The Fire Hot Sauce
Q: What do you want for the brand? Like kind of moving forward?
We are looking at national distribution and want to connect with other manufacturers and support projects, especially with indigenous partnerships.

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Commerce Life

What is This Commerce Life about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show focuses on Canadian brands and retail success stories, offering practical, real-world education for startups and established retailers alike. Episodes explore topics like local funding coalitions, Canadian food and beverage manufacturing, packaging, sustainable sourcing, distribution, and the evolving Canadian retail landscape. Guests range from family-owned producers and regional retailers to educators and industry advocates, with a clear emphasis on founder journeys, scaling challenges, community impact, and innovative go-to-market strategies. A notable strength is its hands-on, mentorship-oriented tone, often featuring candid founder feedback, practical playbooks, and stories of navigating capital, distribution, and consumer de... more

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Recent guests on This Commerce Life include:

1. Bonnie Joyce
2. Robert Belcham
3. Julie Therrien
4. Stacey Kravitz
5. Kevin Sotto
6. Stephanie (Umami Crave the Fifth)
7. Joanne (Umami Crave the Fifth)
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