<![CDATA[Epic(Here's the story:)]]>
epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/podcastSubstackThu, 30 Jul 2026 12:51:12 GMThttps://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/248130.rssNaman BajajAt Epic, we cover stories of startups and small businesses that have planet Earth as a stakeholder and are working towards enhancing daily human lives(think: sustainability, education, healthcare, mental health, self-development).episodicNaman Bajajepicstories@substack.comNo<![CDATA[CityTaps]]>In this episode of Sustainable Epics, listen to Grégoire Landel discuss CityTaps, a company whose vision is to help bring running water to every urban home, to boost the health, dignity and productivity of the urban poor in developing countries.

In this episode, we discussed:01:02 - The water crisis06:15 - CityTaps' mission13:10 - Pay-as-you-go system19:46 - Starting CityTaps27:57 - The biggest challenge 35:18 - The road ahead

Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepicFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepicEpic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/CityTaps' website- https://www.citytaps.org/Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/citytapssubstack:post:38794065Thu, 15 Jul 2021 12:50:41 GMTMansiNo2546<![CDATA[Refillable]]>In this episode of Sustainable Epics, listen to Purav Desai talk about Refillable, a company that is changing the face of packaging and consumption with products that are durable, BPA and BPS free, and are professionally cleaned and sanitized in a commercial washing center.

In this episode we discuss:01:10 - What Refillable offers01:43 - Convenience and accessibility05:15 - The issue of plastic waste06:37 - Setting up the company08:26 - Challenges in the journey09:56 - Spreading Awareness10:59 - The road ahead

Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepicFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepicEpic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/Refillable's website- https://refillable.store/Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/refillablesubstack:post:37388434Wed, 09 Jun 2021 12:23:13 GMTMansiNo763<![CDATA[Respose India]]>In this episode of Sustainable Epics, listen to DB Prabhu talk about Respose India, which is working to facilitate responsible disposal of anything. Their recycling arm provides indigenous plant and machinery and consulting services for recycling electronic waste in India.

In this episode, we discussed:01:32 - How it all started04:44 - The e-waste problem09:14 - How's Respose solving it11:29 - Challenges on the journey14:39 - Mentoring enviro-preneurs16:39 - The road ahead

Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepicFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepicEpic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/Respose India's website- https://www.resposeindia.com/Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/respose-indiasubstack:post:37162391Thu, 03 Jun 2021 13:38:12 GMTMansiNo1242<![CDATA[Kabo]]>In this episode of Social Epics, listen Vino talk about Kabo, the best online canine nutrition experts to formulate healthy and tasty recipes even the pickiest eaters will approve, connecting pet parents with licensed veterinarians from the safety of their homes.

In this episode, we discussed:00:40 - Kabo's mission01:07 - What shaped the company06:01 - How Kabo works10:48 - A personalized experience14:30 - Local manufacturing17:56 - Starting the company21:28 - Future of Kabo

Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepicFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepicEpic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/Kabo’s Website: https://kabo.co/

Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/kabosubstack:post:35243535Fri, 16 Apr 2021 19:59:47 GMTMansiNo1484<![CDATA[TMPL Sportswear]]>In this episode of Social Epics, listen to Basil Farano talk about TMPL, a sportswear company with the mission to create clean performance sportswear that is better for the planet, the body, and the human race.

In this episode:

00:42 - Problems with sportswear04:59 - What makes TMPL different07:18 - Finding manufacturers09:58 - Starting TMPL11:44 - Creating a sustainable brand13:34 - Future of TMPL

Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepicFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepicEpic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/tmpl-sportswearsubstack:post:34277766Wed, 24 Mar 2021 18:49:02 GMTMansiNo966<![CDATA[A Friendlier Company]]>In this episode of Sustainable Epics, listen to Kayli and Jacquie talk about A Friendlier Company, which is on a mission to simplify reuse and to make a reuse system that is so easy, it is the default for all packaging.

In this episode we discussed:

00:38 - How it works02:17 - Why the food industry02:59 - Starting the company05:02 - Challenges to the company07:07 - What lies ahead

Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepicFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepicEpic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/a-friendlier-companysubstack:post:34159182Mon, 22 Mar 2021 10:35:59 GMTMansiNo536<![CDATA[Play City]]>In this episode of Social Epics, listen to Hafiz Mitha talk about Play City, a free app that connects you with others who are interested in the same activities. This platform aims to bring people from all backgrounds together by removing barriers, creating real, diverse and healthy relationships based on shared interests.

In this episode we discussed:

00:38 - What Play City offers02:03 - Partnering with organisations03:18 - Starting Play City08:07 - Building a digital community10:43 - Entrepreneurs anonymous14:16 - Future of Play City

Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepicFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepicEpic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/play-citysubstack:post:33829972Wed, 17 Mar 2021 08:32:59 GMTMansiNo1095<![CDATA[M.Y.O. Cosmetic Cases]]>In this episode of Sustainable Epics, listen to Suzanne B Carter talk about M.Y.O., a cosmetic cases company that encourages a fresh and more mindful approach to makeup.

We discussed the following in this episode:

00:49 - The idea behind M.Y.O.03:16 - Pledge of sustainability07:43 - Building the company13:25 - The B-Corp rulebook15:40 - Future of M.Y.O.

Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepicFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepicEpic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/myo-cosmetic-casessubstack:post:33105508Mon, 01 Mar 2021 09:49:18 GMTMansiNo1102<![CDATA[Unwrapit]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Linsay Moran talk about Unwrapit, an enterprise-ready gifting platform to help companies and event organizers create extraordinary gift experiences, virtually, without wasting resources on ineffective swag or other promotional goods.

00:41 - Understanding Unwrapit

04:43 - A tailored experience

08:00 - Coming together as a company

12:40 - Launching Unwrapit

16:30 - What the future holds

Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic

Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepic

Epic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/

Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/unwrapitsubstack:post:32639793Wed, 17 Feb 2021 14:40:26 GMTMansiNo1217<![CDATA[Made With Local]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Sheena Russell talk about Made With Local, a snack food company that has partnered with social enterprises for manufacturing their goods. These social enterprises employ people who have barriers to the mainstream workforce. Made with Local also procures most of its raw materials from Canadian farmers in an effort to build a sustainable and ethical supply chain.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic​

Website: https://www.theepic.ca/​

Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/made-with-localsubstack:post:32364976Tue, 09 Feb 2021 13:36:13 GMTAakriti BajajNo1040<![CDATA[Equifruit]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Jennie Coleman talk about Equifruit, the Canadian market leader in Fairtrade-certified bananas. Equifruit works with cooperatives in Peru, Ecuador and Mexico and helps guarantee a fair price and decent working conditions for their banana farmers. As an importer, Equifruit pays the Fairtrade minimum price as well as an additional premium for the producer to invest in business or community projects.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic​

Website: https://www.theepic.ca/​

Music: https://www.bensound.com​

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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/equifruitsubstack:post:32364964Tue, 09 Feb 2021 13:34:00 GMTAakriti BajajNo1363<![CDATA[Goldilocks Wraps]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Amy Hall talk about Goldilocks Wraps, a natural and eco-friendly alternative to plastic wraps. Not only are these wraps compostable, but they also keep food fresh for a longer duration and helps in reducing food waste. The team at Goldilocks is on a mission to eliminate single-use plastic and replace it with something convenient and beautiful.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic​

Website: https://www.theepic.ca/​

Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/goldilocks-wrapssubstack:post:32364954Tue, 09 Feb 2021 13:30:22 GMTAakriti BajajNo1034<![CDATA[eco+amour]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Sarah Marcus talk about eco+amour, a full-service refillery that provides personal and home care refilling solutions for its customers. Refilling is more impactful than recycling as it does not leave the carbon footprint that comes from recycling something. Sarah and her team at eco+amour are on their way to change the throwaway culture of home and personal care products.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic​

Website: https://www.theepic.ca/​

Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/ecoamoursubstack:post:32364784Tue, 09 Feb 2021 13:27:46 GMTAakriti BajajNo756<![CDATA[Partake Brewing]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Ted Fleming talk about Partake Brewing, the leading craft non-alcoholic beer brand in North America. As a non-alcoholic craft beer brand, Partake focuses on flavor, health, socializing and inclusivity for people who choose not to drink alcohol due to any reason. Ted and his team are on a mission to transform the non-alcoholic beer category.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic​

Website: https://www.theepic.ca/​

Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/partake-brewingsubstack:post:32364480Tue, 09 Feb 2021 13:22:50 GMTAakriti BajajNo939<![CDATA[Salient Energy]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Ryan Brown talk about Salient Energy, which is developing novel zinc-ion batteries as an alternative to conventional lithium-ion batteries. For transitioning to clean electricity and electric vehicles, the world needs more batteries to store the energy and Salient Energy's Zinc-ion battery is cheaper, safer and longer-lasting as compared to the conventional Lithium-ion ones.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic​

Website: https://www.theepic.ca/​

Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/salient-energysubstack:post:32364348Tue, 09 Feb 2021 13:18:01 GMTAakriti BajajNo839<![CDATA[Betterfrost Technologies]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Kazi Ahmed talk about Betterfrost Technologies, which is commercializing a novel deicing technology that increases the mileage of the electric vehicles and reduces the energy bills while making it easier for customers to remove snow and frost from their windscreens in winters.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic​

Website: https://www.theepic.ca/​

Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/betterfrost-technologiessubstack:post:32363670Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:57:15 GMTAakriti BajajNo868<![CDATA[Dalcini Stainless]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Nita Tandon talk about Dalcini Stainless, which provides safe, simple and sustainable food storage solutions. Apart from saving tons of plastic waste from ending up in landfills and oceans, Nita is also preventing consumers from consuming chemicals that leach out from the plastic to the food and cause health problems.

We discussed the following in this episode-

Waste generation by elementary school kids- 0:39​

How is Dalcini solving this problem?- 3:15​

Helping consumers reduce their chemical consumption- 6:30​

Raising awareness amongst consumers- 9:32​

The entrepreneurial journey- 13:31​

What lies ahead for Dalcini?- 17:43​

Dalcini's Website- https://dalcinistainless.com/​

Follow us on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic​

Follow us on Twitter- https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepic​

Epic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/​

Music: https://www.bensound.com​

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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/dalcini-stainlesssubstack:post:32363609Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:54:59 GMTAakriti BajajNo1284<![CDATA[CleanO2]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Jaeson, Kathi and Scott talk about CleanO2, which is helping reduce Greenhouse Gas emissions in the heating industry. CleanO2 is capturing the greenhouse gases emitted from the heating industry and is turning them into valuable, high margin, consumer and industrial products.

We discussed the following in this episode-

What problem is CleanO2 solving?- 00:39​

Manufacturing Soaps and Detergents- 2:39​

How did it all start?- 6:03​

The Challenges in the Journey- 10:10​

Support from the Community- 12:39​

Managing a Cleantech Business- 14:16​

What lies ahead for CleanO2?- 19:13​

CleanO2's Website- https://www.cleano2.ca/​

Follow us on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic​

Follow us on Twitter- https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepic​

Epic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/​

Music: https://www.bensound.com​

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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/cleano2substack:post:32363567Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:52:21 GMTAakriti BajajNo1295<![CDATA[eLengo]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Chris Jannsen talk about eLengo. Lengo in Swahili means goal and that speaks a lot about what the team is doing at eLengo. It empowers agripreneurs in East Africa to reach their full potential. It is building a digital community that will have quality discussion forums, practical education and marketplaces catered for high potential businesses in the agriculture and livestock sectors across East Africa.

We discussed the following in this episode-

How it all started?- 01:06​

Starting Textbooks for Change- 2:22​

What is eLengo?- 3:23​

Helping microentrepreneurs in East Africa- 7:16​

Balancing vision and execution- 11:43​

The motivation behind creating social enterprises- 12:40​

The biggest challenges- 16:05​

What lies ahead for eLengo?- 20:44​

Follow us on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic​

Follow us on Twitter- https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepic​

Epic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/​

Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/elengosubstack:post:32363539Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:49:10 GMTAakriti BajajNo1473<![CDATA[SwitchGrocery]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Neha Charnalia talk about SwitchGrocery, a marketplace for low-carb, grain-free, tasty products. Catered to diabetics and keto & paleo lifestylers in Canada, it also provides a platform to small and medium-sized vendors who struggle to keep with the demands of big retailers and find it hard to put their products on the shelves of supermarkets.

We discussed the following in this episode-

How did it all start?- 0:38​

Finding the right vendors for the marketplace- 5:29​

Building a community(or a family)- 8:59​

Making the planet a better place to live-12:09​

Advice for the new-age entrepreneurs-17:40​

The biggest challenges-22:42​

What lies ahead for SwitchGrocery?-27:16​

Follow us on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic​

Follow us on Twitter- https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepic​

Epic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/​

Music: https://www.bensound.com​

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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/switchgrocerysubstack:post:32363361Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:45:22 GMTAakriti BajajNo1736<![CDATA[VitalTracer]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Azadeh talk about VitalTracer, which is on a mission to provide a platform where their technology reduces the risks of cardiovascular diseases through constant monitoring and continuous tracking of all vital signs.

We discussed the following in this episode-

What are you building at VitalTracer?- 0:43​

How is it different from other wearables?- 3:31​

What has been your personal journey?- 6:40​

The advice for entrepreneurs- 8:40​

What lies ahead for VitalTracer?- 11:57​

Follow us on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic​

Follow us on Twitter- https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepic​

Epic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/​

Music: https://www.bensound.com​

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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/vitaltracersubstack:post:32363301Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:40:14 GMTAakriti BajajNo917<![CDATA[nud Snacks]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Julia Kirouac talk about nud Snacks, a company that is committed to improve the way people eat and feel by bringing truly simple, nourishing, and real ingredients back to snacks.

We discussed the following in this episode:

00:41​ - What makes nud Snacks different

02:22​ - Starting the business

03:53​ - The changing industry

05:26​ - Challenges to the business

07:57​ - Circular grocer

10:36​ - Future of nud Snacks

Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic​

Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepic​

Epic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/​

Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/nud-snackssubstack:post:32363003Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:31:00 GMTAakriti BajajNo798<![CDATA[Good Trade Co.]]>In this episode of Epic, Co-Founder Brandon Waardenburg talks about Good Trade Coffee Company, a socially-enterprising coffee company. Along with running a profitable coffee business in Canada. Good Trade Co. helps farmers, producers, their families and the communities in Colombia in three sectors- education, sustainable agriculture and economic growth. We discussed the following in this episode-

Selling coffee with a social impact- 0:27

How did it all start?- 2:25

Building an ethical and inclusive supply chain- 7:09

Challenges in the journey- 14:31

What lies ahead for Good Trade Co.? - 18:20

Follow us on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic

Follow us on Twitter- https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepic

Epic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/

Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/good-trade-cosubstack:post:32234569Fri, 05 Feb 2021 17:19:08 GMTNaman BajajNo1344<![CDATA[Local Laundry]]>In this episode of Epic, Co-Founder Connor Curran talks about Local Laundry, which is in the business of building community through purpose-driven Canadian made clothing.

Local laundry wants to be Canada’s best company at building community through our five guiding pillars: representing where you come from; sharing stories from the community; collaborating with others who also want to have a positive impact; giving back through local charities, and; producing Canada made clothing.

We discussed the following in this episode-

0:28- Moving away from fast fashion

2:49- The Mission- Become Canada's best company at building community

4:50- Story behind 'Local Laundry'

6:09- Connor's personal journey

7:55- Advice for entrepreneurs

10:03- What lies ahead for Local Laundry?

Follow us on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/theepic

Follow us on Twitter- https://twitter.com/letsmakeitepic

Epic's Website: https://www.theepic.ca/ Music: https://www.bensound.com



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/local-laundrysubstack:post:32234487Fri, 05 Feb 2021 17:09:21 GMTNaman BajajNo758<![CDATA[Mid-Day Squares]]>In this episode of Epic, Jake Karls talks about Mid-Day Squares, the company that has developed the first functional chocolate bar, solving health-conscious chocolate lovers' dilemma.



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/mid-day-squaressubstack:post:32117779Tue, 02 Feb 2021 12:26:39 GMTNaman BajajNo924<![CDATA[truLOCAL]]>In this episode of Epic, listen to Co-Founder Marc Lafleur talk about truLOCAL, a tech-enabled startup and online marketplace that connects health-conscious consumers to local suppliers, giving them a more convenient way to access clean, locally sourced meat products.



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit epicstories.substack.com]]>https://epicstories.substack.com/p/trulocalsubstack:post:32063964Sun, 31 Jan 2021 20:13:21 GMTNaman BajajNo790