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The Bot.anical Garden

The Botanical Garden aims to foster genuine conversations about today's evolving landscape as we navigate this new era of AI and its implications for all of us. From our jobs, to a collective consciousness and navigating the unknown, let's explore how AI is shaping this new world.

Recent Episodes

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July 1, 2026

Marketing to Everyone (Except, You Know, Actually Everyone)

What does it actually mean to market to Canada — not the checklist version of Canada, but the real, messy, multi-hyphenate, code-switching, diaspora-cup-watching, single-taxed, precariously-employed Canada? In this episode, host Amanda George sits down with strategist, writer, speaker, and certified cultural observer June Findlay to unpack the gap between who brands think they're talking to and who's actually on the other side of the screen. They get into June's Inclusion Council framework (bo
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June 19, 2026

AI Already Knows Your Slang. Your IT Department Doesn't

John Munsell built a framework. Ten levels of AI mastery. Governance tabletops. Executive alignment workshops. Tools for turning C-suites from AI-curious to AI-fluent in eight weeks flat. It's a legitimate, well-built machine — and machines, by design, leave some people standing outside them. This episode is the boardroom's version of the AI story: governance, ROI, the architecture of adoption at scale. It's smart. It's useful. And about halfway through, you'll notice it's also missing a floor
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June 1, 2026

Why Sustainability Communication Is the New Competitive Advantage — and AI Is Changing the Rules

What if the tool threatening to eat your industry is also the one that could save the planet — and your brand's soul? Ali Wines — CEO of the Climate Communications Alliance — joins us to decode what's actually happening at the intersection of AI, ESG strategy, and storytelling that makes people move. The organizations sleepwalking through this shift aren't going to get a second warning. • How AI is rewriting marketing, communications, and climate advocacy — at the same time • Navigating green
April 20, 2026

Fundraising in the Age of AI: Balancing Simplicity with Personal Connection

In today's data-driven world, AI is revolutionizing nonprofit fundraising. Join Jill Knight Hunt as she explores how AI enhances community engagement and personalizes donor experiences while maintaining a human touch. Discover how nonprofits use tech to inspire donors, overcome platform limitations, and amplify genuine connections. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about social good and the future of fundraising.
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March 31, 2026

AI's Secret Sauce: Language & Culture in Marketing!

In a world where marketing is transforming faster than ever, how can brands keep up — and even get ahead — with AI and technology driving the change? If you're feeling overwhelmed by the rapid expansion of digital tools, personalized content, and data-driven personalization, this episode is your game-changer. We break down the leap from traditional marketing to AI-powered strategies that are reshaping how brands connect, convert, and compete. Join me as I chat with Toni Stratis, founder of Purp
Feb. 18, 2026

From Airport Guides to Customer Journeys: How Accessibility Changes Everything

Unlock the secret to building a marketing career that thrives through constant innovation and authenticity. Vanessa Thomas, a seasoned product and brand marketer with over 14 years of experience across giants like Air Canada, Skip the Dishes, and Interac, shares her journey from aspiring lawyer to industry builder — and how staying adaptable fuels success in today’s fast-changing marketing landscape. In this episode, Vanessa reveals how she’s leveraged her diverse roles to become a true builder