The Craft with May Globus

Emily Leung is the founder of cannabis lifestyle brand Ohai, a collection of cannabis goods that are curated with the same beautiful, careful intention that as you observe her operate from.  To say she’s smart is an understatement. Emily is a brilliant marketing mind in every sense of the word, having cut her teeth at brands like Vega and the Vancouver Canucks - all while teaching digital marketin...

There’s a lot to admire about Paul Grunberg. The long-time restauranteur has been at the helm of some the city’s best award-winning establishments for years, and people return to them over and over again. He began his career as a dishwasher, working his way up from restaurant consultant for Bao Bei, general manager for Market `at the Shangrila Hotel, before finally getting into restaurant ownershi...

The natural ability to build a strong community is deep within Courtney Chew’s bones - her compassion and empathy are unparalleled.  She was born into an entrepreneurial and creative family, all of which led her into the first leg of her career: marketing and branding at places like Aritzia, wings + horns, and kit & ace. In 2018, she took a leap of faith and launched her own swimwear / lifesty...

Ben Smith has been a sought-after creative mind for over two decades. His brilliant marketing instinct and eloquence is balanced with a philosopher’s soul - Ben has a moral compass that few possess, but many respect.  He grew up in Hamilton, Ontario, skateboarding and trying to find his lane in the world. Then he found himself the corporate world in his 20s - all while becoming a father at the age...

It’s always a good day when you’re in the presence of Tyler Quarles, a man of many many talents.  The longtime art director and co-founder of Baro Drywear grew up in an equally athletic and creative household, spending much of his youth in snowboard shops while honing his passion for design.  In this conversation, we dive into his upbringing, the story of how he created the Herschel Supply logo, g...

Christina Culver is dynamite - there’s nothing this woman can’t do. A clothing designer, nail artist, self-taught vegan chef, stick & poke tattooist, and athlete, she’s always followed her natural talents and turned them into business ventures.  After launching her fashion brand Christina Darling in 2005, she also found herself doing nail art for runway and magazines, too. Then in 2012, she la...

A conversation with Blueprint Entertainment’s Nate Sabine always leaves you with a deep perspective that hadn’t crossed your mind before. Growing up in Terrace, BC, as a skate kid, he left his small hometown in the mid-90s for the bigger city - but not without bringing his interest for skate culture, music, style and hospitality along with him. For the last 25 years, Nate’s been a leader in the en...

My very first podcast guest, Garret Louie (aka. GMAN), has a sharp mind and instinct for culture, and what’s relevant within it. It’s a rare talent, making him one that many have followed and emulated throughout the years.  He paved the way for street culture growth in Vancouver since the 90s, from bringing Freshjive to the city, running his sales agency and distribution company NL&A and Timeb...