Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Common Share, a podcast about the opportunities and challenges of developing co-operative businesses. The Common Share is produced by Co-operatives First, a business development firm increasing awareness and understanding of the co-op business model and supporting co-operative business development in rural and Indigenous communities across western Canada.In this episode, we interview Kyle White, Education and Engagement Lead for Co-operatives First, to discuss the purpose of the podcast, what his role is in the organization and why the organization exists in the first place. To learn more about us, visit cooperativesfirst.com