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As 2025 comes to a close, David Hermanson Jr and Big Dave ( Dave Hermanson Sr.) reflect on a year that challenged Canada socially and politically—but also reinforced why leadership, experience, and constructive dialogue matter more than ever. In our final Support Pipelines episode of the year, we sit down with Pipestone Projects’ fearless leader to talk about the road ahead. With over 40 years in the energy industry, Dave shares why he’s busier than ever, how the cyclical nature of energy always creates opportunity, and why mentorship and knowledge-sharing are critical as we head into 2026. This conversation is...

Brandt Jackson sits down with David Hermanson for a powerful conversation on leadership, family, and building a lasting career in Canada’s natural resources industry. From sharing his journey as an introvert stepping into leadership, to navigating industry challenges, mentorship, and mental health, this episode delivers real insight from someone who’s lived it. If you care about strong leadership, responsible resource development, and supporting the next generation, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Listen on Spotify! 

In today’s episode, David Hermanson sits down with Lauree McFarland for an honest conversation about how Calgary has shaped their lives, how communities have changed over the years, and what it means to raise kids in today’s world. They dig into career shifts, the evolving role of women in the workforce, and why mentorship and good people make all the difference. It’s a grounded, hopeful chat about navigating life’s challenges and still choosing to believe in the goodness of people. Listen on Spotify!

You won’t want to miss today's conversation with Mario Toneguzzi, hosted by David Hermanson. Mario isn’t just a longtime journalist—he’s a huge part of Calgary. He knows this city’s business community, its people, and its local scene better than almost anyone, and it shows in every story he tells. In this episode, Mario reflects on the 2013 Calgary flood, the power of community during crisis, and what it’s really like to report the news when emotions are high. He and David dig into how social media has changed public perception, why trust in traditional media has shifted, and the importance...

Another great podcast with David Hermanson and Lahiru Silva, a Construction Project Management instructor at SAIT and an Executive at Pathfinder. Lahiru shares his journey from Sri Lanka to Canada, how he helped shape a construction management program that blends engineering with real-world project leadership, and why hands-on experience, strong risk management, and industry understanding matter more than ever. It’s an insightful look at the skills the next generation of construction managers need. Listen on Spotify!