Adam, Khaled, and Mo are the family behind Negash Coffee an organic Ethiopian coffee brand bringing one of Africa's most authentic exports directly to Canadian grocery store shelves.

In this episode, we sat down inside their space to talk about the history behind the name Negash, why Ethiopian coffee is unlike anything else you've tried, how this immigrant family started from nothing to build a brand now found in Sobeys, Safeway, Co-op, and Family Foods across Manitoba and what it really takes to build a family business rooted in culture, community, and purpose.

We also get into the mindset it takes to survive in business, how Covid tested them, and why staying creative and positive is what kept them going. This episode is about more than coffee it's about legacy, identity, and what happens when a family bets on their roots.

In this episode of The Rise Podcast, I sit down with Carpenter Johnny to talk about his journey from working at RONA sweeping floors to building one of Winnipeg’s most recognizable construction brands completing over 130 projects a year.

We break down the mindset required to survive in business for over a decade, the realities of entrepreneurship, real estate investing, marketing, and why consistency is the real key to long-term success.

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Esther Sande immigrated from Kenya and built her career around one mission teaching families how to build and protect real wealth.

In this episode, we break down income protection, life insurance, infinite banking, and the financial systems most people were never taught. We also dive into her journey from immigrant beginnings to founding Horizon Growth, and why financial literacy is the foundation for long-term freedom and generational wealth. If you want to build wealth the right way this conversation is for you.

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Abel is the owner of Hands On Recovery, a performance based recovery studio focused on helping people move better, feel stronger.

In this episode, we unpack his journey through injury, recovery, and discipline and how those experiences shaped his mission to build a business rooted in movement, mobility, and long-term health.

Abel breaks down why health is the foundation for everything, how assisted stretch therapy and intentional training improve performance, and why taking care of your body is non negotiable for longevity in life and business.

A powerful conversation with someone using recovery and movement as tools to help others show up stronger, more capable, and more present every day.

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If you’re building a personal brand, podcasting is one of the best ways to build authority in your market.

In this episode, I break down how to start a podcast from scratch and why building a brand people know, like, and trust is the real long-term asset.

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In this Podcast I break down some of the early challenges I faced while running my business and the lessons I learned along the way. These experiences shaped how I think, operate, and move today. If you’re building something of your own, I hope this gives you perspective and helps you avoid a few mistakes I had to learn the hard way.

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Joyce Namwira is a Congolese Canadian communicator, public speaker, and global advocate whose voice is reshaping conversations about identity, community, and purpose.

In this episode, we dive into her journey from Congo to Oxford, discovering storytelling at a young age, building confidence as the only Black girl in her school, and becoming a TEDx speaker sharing powerful messages with the world.

Joyce breaks down the importance of finding your voice, building discipline, honouring your story, and creating impact through communication and community.

A powerful conversation with someone using her voice to build bridges and change narratives.

Don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE if this episode gave you value and tag someone who needs to hear this today.

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On The Rise Podcast, Michaela Smart Owner of michaela Smart Brows opens up about growing up with a single mom, struggling in school, battling depression, and getting sober after years of using alcohol to cope. She shares how art became her escape as a kid and eventually the foundation for her business, Michaela Smart Brows.

We dive into how she left home on a Greyhound with no real plan, built a 7-year beauty business created a safe space for women, and is now breaking generational patterns for her daughter through self love, boundaries, and healing.

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These 5 Side Hustles Have Huge Opportunity Before the Year Ends!

In this video, I share 5 side hustles you can start right now to make extra income before the year ends even if you’re starting from zero. These are simple, low-cost ideas that can grow into real businesses in 2026 if you take action today.

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The Rise Podcast The GOAT Mindset with Coach Mike

In this episode, we dive deep into The GOAT Mindset Getting to know yourself, Owning your goals, Acting on them, and Trusting the process.

Coach Mike breaks down how planting the right seeds, taking action, and having faith can completely shift your life. We talk about transformation, purpose, and what it really means to show up every day with intention.

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Coach Mike connect with him at @coachmikespeaks or coachmike.com.