Blackout Podcast

Raven Storm is an eclectic selector that brings infectious energy and a playful perspective to the decks. Inspired by their intense desire to move and connect, their musical output exists under the ethos of making music for moving, thinking, feeling, and doing. Raven is committed to bringing together a community of care and mutual inspiration through sharing space, art, and love via diverse medium...

In this heartfelt episode of the Blackout podcast, host Israel sits down with Keonte Beals, artist, author, entrepreneur, and CEO/founder of KBeals Entertainment. The conversation explores Keonte's surprising journey from music to children's book publishing, revealing that he actually started writing children's stories before ever creating music. Keonte shares the deeply personal inspiration behin...

Rebecca Wilson is an artist and creative entrepreneur based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. She runs Lucky Sprout Studio, a space for creative projects that range from illustration to design and beyond. Her watercolour work is known for its bold, graphic style, often featuring nature, symmetry, and intricate patterns. She also founded South Shore Sea Salt, a gourmet culinary sea salt business. In additio...

Chef D, the creative force behind  Chef D’s House , is a Toronto-born private chef who brings over 11 years of culinary expertise to Nova Scotia after relocating earlier this year due to military service. With a diverse background in Italian, Caribbean, and French cuisine—along with international culinary influences—they specialize in crafting what they call  "munchies elevated" : a fres...

Michelle holds the view that each event is as unique as the people who attend them, and has a passion for inclusive event design. Michelle believes that true hospitality means removing barriers to participation. Creating environments that say “you are welcome here” to participants and attendees means considering even the smallest of details, as well as genuine conversation and relationsh...

Andrea Casey is the proud owner of two small businesses. A Movement Arts (Pilates, acrobatics, dance, fitness) Studio & Photography Studio. She has dedicated her life’s work to creating a safe, warm and loving environment for people to explore movement that they can become passionate about, expand their bodies capabilities, and ultimately come back to celebrating the skin that they’re in. Andr...

Tiffany makes an impact in the lives of others as a certified motivational coach. In this episode, we talk about her journey as an author and future plans. Find out more @tiffyjewl12

Ange MacCabe, CEO of Intuity Performance, is a visionary leader committed to transforming how business owners, teams, and leaders thrive through Whole Person Performance coaching, training, and facilitation across the globe.   With over a decade of experience empowering teams in tech, medi-tech, non-for-profits, and life sciences. Ange has fueled Intuity Performance as the CEO and Founder to...

Dr. Simone Le Gendre is a STEM Education Architect, Visionary Problem Solver, and Social Entrepreneur.   As the founder of EduHaus Inc., she is on a mission to democratize access to STEM education by developing culturally responsive learning resources, hands-on projects, and ed-tech solutions that engage underrepresented learners worldwide.   Her journey began in Trinidad and Tobago, whe...

Katie Wayne is a queer transgender Avant-Garde Electro Pop artist hailing from Halifax, Nova Scotia. With a passion for modular synthesis and sound exploration, Katie blends elements of pop, rock, punk, metal, country, and instrumental works into a unique sonic experience. Find out more @synthsyouvebeengone

Casey Vaasjo is a Sexuality and Relationship Coach passionate about helping people remember who they are, so they never settle again: in sex, love, or in life. She specializes in empowering individuals to have the quality of pleasure and relationships they crave by embodying their desires and truth with confidence and integrity. Casey blends her own transformative journey with expertise in VITA Co...

Kendall Darling is the co-founder and CEO of Pilot X, an AI-powered transportation marketplace transforming how businesses and individuals deliver goods. "The Airbnb of Transportation" Originally from the Bahamas, Kendall was inspired by his own moving challenges to create a seamless, cost-effective, and accessible delivery solution. With a Bachelor of Business Administration from Mount Saint Vinc...

Brand new artist, emstuu, is a fresh presentation of veteran Halifax-based Singer/Songwriter Emily Stuart. In September 2024 emstuu released her first single "Force (To Be Reckoned With)", and in January 2025 released "Don't Look At Me" off her upcoming 4-song Pop EP, produced by 3x East Coast Music Awards Producer of the Year, Corey LeRue (Neon Dreams, Maggie Andrew, Ria Mae). She currently sits...

Mr Jay is a talented DJ in Halifax known for his electrifying performances and ability to set the perfect vibe at any event. Whether performing at clubs, private parties, or large-scale events, his experience and skill make him a sought-after entertainer. His ability to blend different sounds and engage the crowd has earned him a reputation as one of the best Afrobeats DJs in Atlantic Canada. He s...

With intricate fingerstyle guitar and a voice that ranges from bluesy low end to choirgirl soprano, Rebecca Fairless combines the textures of old-time acoustic music with original songwriting. Since making a start in her home province of Alberta, Rebecca moved east in 2014 and currently performs with the Halifax-based folk ensemble The Dusty Halos. In 2023, they released their debut album, a self-...

Laura is a dedicated fitness professional with a CanFit Pro Personal Trainer Specialist certification earned in 2017. Her fitness journey began in 2015 when she experienced a significant loss that led her to change her lifestyle. She discovered her passion for powerlifting in 2016, excelling in the sport and proudly holding a world deadlift record with the World Raw Powerlifting Federation (WRPF)...

Navdeep Parmanand is a trailblazing entrepreneur and founder of Celebrate Your Curves, an inclusive fashion brand based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Originally from Punjab, India, she moved to Canada at 19 as an international student. She has since dedicated her work to empowering individuals of all body types, including plus-size, petite, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. Her made-to-measure clothing line...

Dominique is a jack of all trades, from public speaking, entrepreneurship, content creation, styling, braiding and makeup. She has acquired this title through 7 years of owning and operating her own braiding business. She has made her name concrete by being the resident braider on the set of 22 Minutes, braiding for the Juno awards, teaching classes as well as hosting a braiding summer camp for ki...

Leah is the “business hug every entrepreneur needs”—at least, that’s what her clients tell her. She’s an entrepreneur, marketer, teacher, and international trade practitioner. Leah practices what she preaches and teaches—structured joy to move you through your work day, overcome barriers, and unlock opportunities. After all, you can’t spell functional without FUN! As co-owner of Kelford Inc. (alon...

Akintunde Abimbola is a seasoned Real Estate professional with years of experience and knowledge of the Nova Scotia real estate market. Akin has helped numerous families find their dream homes and high turnover investment properties in the Halifax Regional Municipality by leveraging on technology and excellent collaboration with prospective home buyers and sellers. Akin is licensed with Air Realty...

Joel Kelly is a writer and marketer from Halifax, Nova Scotia. He owns and operates Kelford Inc., a boutique marketing firm, with his wife and business partner Leah Sanford. Joel spends his days helping entrepreneurs “demonstrate their value at a distance,” which is his definition of marketing. He's a writer and strategist who’s spent his career helping clients find the right words to attract thei...

Precious Fagbile is a Halifax-based musician, music director, and keyboardist celebrated for his versatility and dynamic live performances. With a passion for Afrobeat, gospel, RnB, and hip hop. Precious has worked with renowned artists such as Teni Makanaki, Eben, Arenye, and Tomi Favored. He has also shared stages with acclaimed artists like Buju (BNXN), Falz, and Todd Dulaney, and performed wit...

Two words answer the question: What's the vibe? MILLION VIBES! @million___vibes

Rosanna Pelton is the founder and CEO of  ROSAPEL Virtual Assistant Services Incorporated . Recognized for her ingenuity and unwavering dedication to helping businesses thrive, Rosanna has positioned ROSAPEL as a premier provider of virtual assistant and consulting services. With a profound understanding of the challenges entrepreneurs face, Rosanna founded ROSAPEL with the mission of allevia...

With Over Two Decades Of Experience, Devin Sherrington Is An Award-Winning Fitness Professional And The Founder Of 360fit. Named The #2 Best Trainer In Canada In 2015, Devin’s Commitment To Excellence Has Been Recognized With 10 Gold Awards, 3 Silver Awards, And 9 Bronze Awards For Halifax’s Best Trainer. His Dedication To Fitness And Client Success Extends To His Gym, 360fit, Which Has Earned Top...