Episodes 81
Avg. Duration 29m
Activity Dormant
Apple Rating 5.0 (4)
Since Sep 2021
Latest Episode Dec 2025

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'Yes, We Are Open' tells the inspiring stories of Canadian small business owners who have faced challenges, adapted, and found success. Hosted by Al Grego, the show takes listeners on a journey across Canada, uncovering the resilience, innovation, and passion that keep local business thriving. From family-run shops to cutting-edge start-ups, each episode dives into the struggles and triumphs of entrepreneurs who refuse to give up. Whether you're a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur or just love a good success story, 'Yes, We Are Open' is your go-to podcast for motivation and insight in to the heart of Canada's small business community.

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Recent Episodes

S9E8 Helius Originals

Dec 01, 2025 33m

In the season 9 finale of ‘Yes, We Are Open’ Al visits Bilqees Grant, Co-Founder and CEO of Helius Originals. She tells her story of starting her unique business, which specializes in sustainable…

S9E7 The Sweetest Thing

Nov 17, 2025 29m

This week, Al is in Oakville, Ontario visiting Erin Nocent, owner of The Sweetest Thing bakery. Erin transitioned from baking cakes and cupcakes from home in 2009 to opening her own brick and mortar…

S9E6 Lynx Music

Nov 10, 2025 31m

This week, Al is back in Toronto visiting Ryan Altschuler, co-owner of Lynx Music. Ryan shares his story of building and running an innovative music and recording studio in Toronto and the…

S9E5 Diefenbunker

Nov 03, 2025 35m

In this episode, Al goes deep underground to visit the Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum. He speaks with Monique Goffinet, Executive Director, and Jordan Vetter, Marketing and Communications…

S9E4 The Record Centre

Oct 27, 2025 27m

This week, Al visits  John Thompson, owner of The Record Centre in Ottawa, Ontario. John traded the grueling heat of a paper mill for the warm crackle of vinyl.In 2011, John bought The Record Centre…

S9E3 Mad Radish

Oct 20, 2025 29m

Al visits Adam Tomczyk, Co-Founder and CEO of Mad Radish to talk about the origins and growth of the company since its inception in 2017.  Adam shares his personal journey of relocating from New York…

S9E2 My Afromania Inc.

Oct 13, 2025 27m

In this episode, Al visits Chika Oguh, founder of My Afromania Inc., a fashion business in Ottawa that brings the vibrancy of African prints to Western styles.Chika  recounts how her love for fashion…

S9E1 Champlain Table Tennis Club

Oct 06, 2025 34m

In the season 9 premiere of Yes, We Are Open, Al visits Paulo Chira, Owner of Champlain Table Tennis Club in Ottawa, Ontario. Originally founded in 1989, the club developed numerous national and…

S9 Season 9 Trailer

Oct 01, 2025 0m

Season 9 of the award-winning 'Yes, We Are Open' podcast starts October 6th, 2025!In this season, Al visits Ottawa, Ontario. Here is a little teaser for the upcoming season.Subscribe now wherever you…

S8E8 The Parlour

Jun 02, 2025 34m

In the season 8 finale of ‘Yes, We Are Open’, Al is back in Ontario, visiting Brenda and Rick Coletta, owners of The Fry’s The Limit and The Parlour.After retiring from her corporate career, Brenda…

S8E7 Tumblers Pizza

May 19, 2025 31m

Al visits Jim Baiton, the founder and owner of Tumblers Pizza in Regina, Saskatchewan. Jim shares his journey from making pizza boxes at 14 to building a pizza empire that sells Regina-style pizza in…

S8E6 Bushwakker Brewpub

May 12, 2025 30m

In this episode of YWAO, Al sits down with Grant Frew, Bar and Marketing Manager at Bushwakker Brewpub in Regina, Saskatchewan.  Grant recounts Bushwakker’s unique German beer-inspired roots, and how…

S8E5 Creative Kids

May 05, 2025 29m

This week, Al visits Gloria Walsh, Manager of Creative Kids, a charitable organization dedicated to removing financial barriers for Saskatchewan children aged 4 to 19 to participate in arts and…

S8E4 Zippity Zoom Toys

Apr 28, 2025 30m

In this episode of YWAO, Al visits Tracy Bosche, the owner of Zippity Zoom Toys in Regina, Saskatchewan.Tracy shares the inspiring story of how she started the toy store in 2009, juggling a newborn…

S8E3 Base Studio

Apr 21, 2025 24m

In this episode, Al sits down with Amanda Rae, the owner of Base Studio, a thriving hair salon in Regina.  Amanda shares her journey from a stylist to a business owner, the challenges she faced, and…

S8E2 BasketCases

Apr 14, 2025 29m

This week Al sits down with Ashley Donald, the owner of BasketCases, a prominent gift basket store in Regina. Ashley shares her inspiring journey of buying and running the business, discussing her…

S8E1 Prairie Flying Service

Apr 07, 2025 31m

In the season 8 premier of ‘Yes, We Are Open’, Al flies to Regina, Saskatchewan to visit Kevin Toth, President of Prairie Flying Service. They delve into the storied history and rich legacy of the…

S8 Season 8 Trailer

Mar 31, 2025 0m Trailer

Season 8 of the award-winning 'Yes, We Are Open' podcast starts April 7th, 2025!In this season, Al visits Regina, Saskatchewan.Here is a little teaser for the upcoming season.  Subscribe now!If…

S7E8 RetroFestive

Nov 25, 2024 32m

In the season 7 finale of Yes, We Are Open, Al is in Oakville, Ontario visiting Tyler and Jordie Schwartz from Retrofestive, a unique pop culture and Christmas store.Tyler started selling Christmas…

S7E7 Jenna Rae Cakes

Nov 18, 2024 29m

Al’s final stop in Winnipeg is at Jenna Rae Cakes, co-owned by twin-sisters Jenna Hutchinson and Ashley Kosowan. Their dream began 15 years ago in their small apartment, sparked by an episode of Cake…

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