Is the traditional therapy model broken? In this episode of Bragg N' Bout Business, we sit down with Kelly Bischke, founder of Rivan Psychology, who is flipping the script on mental health by taking clients out of the office and into the wild.

Kelly shares her powerful transition from a career in law enforcement and the "golden handcuffs" of a government pension to launching her own practice in Bragg Creek. We go deep on the reality of First Responder burnout, the specific signs of PTSD that are often ignored, and why "Walk and Talk" therapy is the nervous system reset we all need in a hyper-digital world.

We also tackle the elephant in the room: AI in Psychology. Will ChatGPT replace your therapist? Kelly breaks down why human connection, body language, and energy are the uncopyable assets of the future.

• The Pivot: Why leaving a secure job for happiness is the ultimate ROI.
• The Niche: Specialized trauma support for First Responders and Peace Officers.
• The Method: How nature and movement regulate the nervous system better than a couch.
• The Truth: Why asking for help is the most courageous metric of strength.

• 00:00 - Intro: Disrupting the Traditional Therapy Model
• 02:15 - Kelly’s Journey: From Peace Officer to Psychologist
• 08:45 - The "Golden Handcuffs": Leaving a Government Pension for Freedom
• 13:20 - Identifying Burnout & PTSD in First Responders
• 19:10 - Walk and Talk Therapy: How Nature Regulates the Nervous System
• 26:30 - Why the "Stiff Couch" Approach is Outdated
• 31:45 - AI in Mental Health: Can Computers Replace Human Empathy?
• 38:50 - Advice for Anyone Stuck in a Toxic Work Environment
• 42:00 - Connect with Rivan Psychology in Bragg Creek

Singer-songwriter and author Dani Moon grew up in Bragg Creek, Alberta — raised by a stepfather who toured with Ian Tyson. She lived in Paris, survived the Congo, had triplets, lost her mother in 2013, the same year she experienced the Bragg Creek flood, and put music on hold for over a decade.

Now at 48, she's back. Three new divorce songs are dropping, she's performing weekly at Rockies Tavern and Grill in Bragg Creek, and she's self-published two books including "The Water Dish Dogs."

In this episode of Bragg N' Bout Business, Dani shares her songwriting process, why she calls herself a "white witch," her advice for young artists, what it's really like inside Calgary's struggling live music scene, and why she believes in Bigfoot.

🎵 Find Dani Moon:

Instagram: @DaniMoonArtIsIt

TikTok & YouTube: @MoonMoods

Music: Spotify, Amazon, all major platforms

📚 Books: "The Water Dish Dogs" & "Baby Boom" — available on Amazon

00:00 — Welcome & Meeting Dani Moon

02:15 — Growing Up in Tucson and Moving to Bragg Creek

04:30 — Stepfather Tom Moon & the Ian Tyson Connection

06:00 — Living in a Cabin With No Running Water

08:00 — From Theater to Music at Mount Royal University

10:30 — Shakespeare in the Park & Finding Her Voice

13:00 — First Album: McLean and Moon (2001)

15:30 — Meeting Her Husband in Paris

17:00 — Living in the Congo & Restoring a Cathedral

20:00 — Triplets, Loss & the 2013 Alberta Floods

23:00 — Solo Album "Big Schemes, Little Dreams" & the $10K Fundraiser

25:30 — New Orleans Producer & the Music Industry

28:00 — How Dani Writes a Song in 5 Minutes

31:00 — Self-Publishing "The Water Dish Dogs" & "Baby Boom"

33:30 — Advice for Young Artists: Don't Get Sidetracked

36:00 — Handling Criticism & Writing Without an Instrument

38:30 — Social Media, AI & the Shift to "Interest Media"

40:30 — The Introvert Behind the Stage Persona

43:00 — Selling Shoes at Holt Renfrew & Cuba Gooding Jr.

45:30 — Stage Fright, Divorce & Not Caring Anymore

48:00 — Bigfoot, White Witches & Interdimensional Beings

51:00 — What's Next: New Songs, Books & Thursday Nights at Rocky's

53:00 — Where to Find Dani Moon

Ian Tell, Chief Revenue Officer at Bison and Bird, reveals how agentic AI is slashing 8-hour business tasks down to 15 minutes and delivering 5X productivity gains for small and mid-size companies across Canada.

This is NOT another ChatGPT conversation. Ian breaks down Bison and Bird's proprietary Calculate, Capture, Craft methodology and STAR framework that maps customized AI agents directly into your business processes — from blueprint reading to invoice reconciliation to proposal generation.

If you run a business and your team is drowning in spreadsheets, manual estimates, and repetitive admin work, this episode is your wake-up call. Ian shares real client results, the proof-of-concept money-back guarantee that removes all risk, and why their tagline — "AI agents do the grunt work so your people can do the great work" — is backed by hard numbers.

Topics covered: agentic AI vs chatbots, AI ROI calculation, process automation for construction and manufacturing, the STAR methodology (Source, Technology, Action, Record), human-in-the-loop AI, data security, CRO vs VP of Sales, and why Bison and Bird's symbiotic partnership model is changing how businesses adopt AI.

Connect with Bison and Bird: teambisonandbird.com

Hosted by Gregg Hinton — Bragg N' Bout Business Podcast — Bragg Creek, Alberta, Canada.

Greg Wood's career path is anything but conventional. From touring as a guitarist in metal core band Dead Reckoning, to commissioning oil and gas facilities, to becoming a partner at Raymond James, Greg's journey is a masterclass in reinvention and persistence.

In this episode, Greg shares how the 2015 oil crash led him to Google "how to start a hedge fund," which sparked a decade-long transformation into financial services. He opens up about the challenges of building a practice from scratch, the mentors who shaped his path, and why he moved his practice from downtown Calgary to Cochrane.

Episode Highlights:

• Growing up in Bonnyville and discovering music through guitar

• Teaching guitar lessons at 16 and pursuing music education

• Touring Western Canada with cover bands and original projects

• Transitioning to oil & gas as a power engineer and entrepreneur

• Helping oil workers with investments during lunch breaks

• Taking the Canadian Securities Course and discovering his passion

• The mentor who told him "you don't want to be in this business"

• Seven years building his practice and becoming full partner

• "Burn the boats" philosophy - why dabbling kills success

• What credentials to look for in a financial advisor (CIM, CFA, CFP)

• Living at Ghost Lake and training martial arts with Coach Kieran Keddle

• Dream big, work hard - but multiply your goals by 10

• The importance of mentorship and giving back

Connect with Greg Wood - Honeywood Wealth:

🌐 Website: honeywoodwealth.com
📧 Weekly Newsletter: Sign up at honeywoodwealth.com
📱 Instagram: @honeywoodwealth
📘 Facebook: @honeywoodwealth
▶️ YouTube: @gregwood85
🐦 X: @honeywoodwealth
💼 LinkedIn: @gregwood85

Greg works with clients at all life stages through Raymond James, providing independent financial advice and comprehensive wealth planning. Don't hesitate to reach out even if you're just starting your career - he can point you in the right direction or connect you with the right resources.

Subscribe to Greg's mailing list for Friday insights on markets, investing ideas, and financial planning at honeywoodwealth.com

Lena Park built Hi By Lena—a clean skincare brand—around the legacy of her father, a chemical engineer and product formulator from South Korea. Starting during COVID with too many products, she learned the hard way that focus beats variety.In this episode, Lena shares why your skin needs both hydration AND moisture, why preservatives are slowly damaging your skin barrier, and how she built a six-figure business as a one-woman operation in Cochrane, Alberta.From getting fired at a sushi restaurant as a 19-year-old immigrant to becoming an expert in skincare chemistry, Lena's story is about sacrifice, precision, and saying no to things that don't align with your mission.

**Listen for:** Product obsession, business pivoting, femmepreneur community, immigrant entrepreneurship, skincare science, and authentic marketing in 2026.

#Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #Skincare #FemaleFounder #PodcastLife #BusinessTips #CanadianBusiness #CleanBeauty

SPECIAL EPISODE 🎙️In this powerful interview, we sit down with Ben Pirija of Rockies Tavern & Grill to discuss the BIGGEST fundraiser in the restaurant's history—happening this Saturday, January 17th.What started as an annual tradition of raising $2K-3K for the Redwood Meadows Fire Department has evolved into something MASSIVE.Why? Because in December, a devastating fire destroyed the fire station's secondary building—taking with it pumpers, vehicles, tools, equipment, and years of community infrastructure.Ben's response? Bring in the YYC Jazz Orchestra (11-piece band), coordinate with Johnny Summers, and make sure EVERY penny of profit goes directly to rebuilding these volunteer heroes' capacity.This episode covers:🔥 The tragedy that sparked action🎵 How to build strategic partnerships for fundraisers💰 The power of giving back (and why Ben donates his profits)👥 Community value exchange: How local businesses thrive when they invest in their community🎯 5+ years of consistent community support through COVID, closures, and challenges🏆 The real business lesson: Beloved status isn't bought—it's EARNED through consistent actionLearn what authentic community leadership looks like when a business owner decides to put community first.Perfect for: Small business owners, entrepreneurs, podcasters, community leaders, and anyone interested in building a REAL legacy.Featuring: Gregg Hinton & Ben Pirija📍 Bragg Creek, Alberta🎤 Bragg N' Bout Business PodcastNew episodes every week. Subscribe for raw conversations with local Alberta business leaders.

#BraggCreek #SmallBusiness #Fundraiser #Community #Entrepreneurship #Alberta #Podcast #LocalBusiness #GivingBack #BusinessInterview

Kelly Keddle shares how she built Luxe Occasions—a balloon business generating $125-$500 per display—from zero to fully booked in one year. Learn balloon business pricing strategies, managing helium shortage costs, and building word-of-mouth marketing in Bragg Creek, Alberta.Topics: custom balloon displays, event decoration entrepreneurship, small business growth, service business challenges, Spider-Man displays, wedding decorations, and why face-to-face relationship building beats email marketing.Perfect for: Small business owners, entrepreneurs, event planners, and service business founders interested in real Alberta business growth stories

In this episode, Jeremy discusses:- Why he left job security to start his own HVAC company in 2019- How to decide whether to repair or replace your furnace- The real costs of modern high-efficiency heating systems- Why annual maintenance is your best investment- How small HVAC businesses compete with big corporations- Common heating and air conditioning questions answered- The importance of Google reviews for local service providers

With 20 years of experience as a journeyman refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic, Jeremy offers practical advice that helps Calgary homeowners make better decisions about their heating and cooling systems. He shares his honest insights into the HVAC industry, including why modern furnaces are more complex, what maintenance actually prevents costly breakdowns, and how to find trustworthy HVAC service.This episode is perfect for anyone considering entrepreneurship in the trades, homeowners facing heating/cooling decisions, or people supporting local small businesses in their community.A great listen if you're interested in: small business stories, HVAC industry insights, practical home maintenance tips, or entrepreneurial journeys in the skilled trades.Hosted by Gregg Hinton | Bragg N' Bout Business Podcast#BraggNBoutBusiness#SmallBusinessOwner#HVACExpert

In this episode, Gregg Hinton interviews AJ Kolankowski, of A to J Digital, a Calgary-based agency helping small businesses build trust through Google reviews and digital marketing.AJ shares his journey from growing cannabis Instagram pages to building a reputation management company focused on integrity and trust. You'll learn why 95% of consumers trust Google reviews as much as referrals from friends and family, and the exact follow-up system A to J Digital uses to help clients like Floating Table Wellness triple their reviews in just two weeks.Key Takeaways:• The 2 biggest problems preventing businesses from getting reviews• Why asking 3+ times increases review rates to 90%• How to handle negative reviews to build more trust• The future of SEO and generative AI search• AJ's incredible family story from Auschwitz to entrepreneurshipDM "Bragg N' Bout Business" to @atojdigital on Instagram for free Google review resources.Connect: www.atoj.ca | @atojdigital#businesspodcast #entrepreneur #smallbusiness #digitalmarketing #googlereviews #localseo #calgarysmallbusiness #albertabusiness #entrepreneurpodcast #marketingtips #reputationmanagement #businessgrowth #podcastlife #braggcreek

What happens when a failed job interview becomes the best thing that ever happened to you? Lien Cani, founder of Belcan Brew Kombucha, shares her journey from hobbyist to business owner in just three months.

This episode is essential listening for anyone considering starting their own business. Lien opens up about the practical challenges of small-batch production, maintaining organic integrity, navigating temperature disasters, and learning to stand up for her values as a young entrepreneur.creators.spotify+1​

Key Takeaways:

• How to identify when your hobby could become a viable business

• The importance of honest feedback (even from skeptical family members)

• Managing production challenges in food-based businesses

• Building authentic customer relationships from day one

• Why organic sourcing matters even when it's harder

• Standing firm on your values in the face of pushback

Whether you're brewing kombucha in your kitchen or dreaming about turning any passion into a business, Lien's story offers practical wisdom and inspiration.

Guest: Lien Cani, Founder of Belcan Brew Kombucha
Location: Bragg Creek, Alberta, Canada

Follow Belcan Brew on Instagram and Facebook: @belcanbrew

#entrepreneurship #smallbusiness #kombucha #startup #organicbusiness #braggcreek #alberta #businesspodcast #foodbusiness #youngentrepreneur