Alberta Podcast Network Roundup 45

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This week’s roundup features the network debut of Emily Missed Out and a beautiful tribute from Not There Yet. You’ll also hear dance talk; sound advice on business, education and life; stories of dogs in space and on stage; a YouTube dissection; a whole lot of hockey, football and soccer; political punditry at home and abroad; plus Sondheim’s heart, Donnie Darko’s references, and a Bollywood classic.

30 MINUTES OR LESS

On Not There Yet, Terence C. Gannon shares the beautiful eulogy he wrote for his father, a man for whom no road trip was too long. Hear his moving tribute and appreciate a life well lived.
22 min
The Nice Approach
On I Don't Get It, Fawnda and Paul discuss Bangalore’s Attakkalari Dance Company, Play The Fool, and the new Royal Alberta Museum's opening day. 
26 min
Mexico City, 1969
This week on Girl Tries Life, Victoria Smith delves into strategies to manage the overwhelm in your life, whether personal, professional or political.
18 min
The Nice Approach
On Ed, Shane Lawrence talks with social studies teacher Catarina Rylance about her teaching strategies and the importance of sharing our imperfect selves with others.
30 min

30 TO 45 MINUTES

This week on Press Start to Join, Josh and Alan talk about Kraft Dinner-based meal ideas and Google's attempt to make Chrome the next game platform. Plus, Josh has a YouTube recommendation, and Alan suggests a trilogy.
39 min
Todd Nesloney - Asking Crazy Questions
OnA Branded World, Luiza Campos has an interview with Brian Linton of United by Blue, an apparel company that removes a pound of waste from the ocean and waterways for every product it sells.
42 min
Check-in 24 - Resolutions & Babies
Kyle Marshall welcomes Bruna Mebs to the latest episode of Creative Block to share her path to making a career out of her creativity. In this conversation you will hear about family journals, starting a brand, and costume design.
38 min
This week on Mess Hall, Avery welcomes actor, comedian, producer and foodie Mark Christopher Lawrence to discuss a variety of foods, from white chili and mom's cooking, to homemade condiments and unique dishes.
32 min
The Nice Approach
On The UnDad, Trent Wilkie speaks with Ainsley Hillyard and Jezebel about their new sci-fi show, sharing the stage, pooping on the stage, and the deep and tangible love that people have for their pets.
40 min

45 TO 60 MINUTES

On this week’s Hockey Feels, Steven and Rachel dig into the new NHL season with a surprising Carolina Huricanes team, a dismal Flyers home opener, and an Oilers team that has barely played .
49 min
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That's a Thing?! host Elizabeth explains the drama-soaked world of YouTube and the debacle known as Tanacon to her mom, Karen. Part 1 of 2, with a special guest appearance by Kyle Marshall.
48 min
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On a Thanksgiving 4th Line Podcast episode, Carl and Joel dive into the events of the first week of the hockey season and talk the Leafs, injuries, contracts, and Tom Wilson's suspension.
59 min
The Spy Who Loved Me: Ek Tha Tiger and Tiger Zinda Hai
This week, Kyle invites filmmaker, musician, and actor William White on Putting it Together to discuss "One Hand, One Heart" from West Side Story. They discuss Sondheim's unease with the music preceding the words.
53 min
On Highlevel Showdown Michael, Sharon, and Elliott dive into consultation practices with Indigenous peoples in Canada. Plus, the New Brunswick election aftermath, international dictatorships, and the U.S. midterm election.
59 min
In the network debut of Emily Missed Out, Breanne introduces Emily to the strange, confusing world of Donnie Darko. You'll hear about time travel, strange rabbits, Sims references, and more!
46 min
On 2 and Out, Travis and Ty set up Week 18 with the Ticats vs. Argos, Roughriders vs. Bombers, RedBlacks vs. Eskimos, and Lions vs. Stampeders. Don't miss their Week 17 recap, either!
47 min
On the latest episode of The Young Gaffers,  Jason and Adam weigh in on the many factors that plagued the Toronto FC and resulted in an underwhelming season. Plus, lots more soccer news.
45 min
On Loyal Company of the River Valley, Nate and Adam look at ticket pricing released by Forge FC and Valour FC, and Forge's free jersey incentive. Plus, details on the Macron kit deal and more!
59 min

MORE THAN 60 MINUTES

Bollywood is for Lovers hosts Erin Fraser and Matt Bowes welcome Aparita Bhandari and Baisakhi Roy of the Khabardaar Podcast to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and evaluate how the film holds up.
94 min
You aren't going to want to miss out on this Young Gaffers, in which Jason and Adam recap the first leg of Al Classico and look ahead to the rematch in Edmonton. Plus, a special guest weighs in on the Spruce Meadows experience.
71 min

AFFILIATES & SPONSORS

On a new episode of We Are Alberta, ATB economist Nick Ford features Iron & Earth, an Alberta organization helping to diversify the province’s energy sector by training oilsands workers to install renewable energy projects.
25 min

The Nice Approach
For Small Business Month, we're shining a light on some Alberta businesses that ATB has helped. First up is Burgundy Oak, which turns whiskey and wine barrels into unique furniture and decor. 
14 min
A great way to get to know Park Power owner Kris Kasawski and see what a local-loving company he runs is to follow @parkpowerltd on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook!
The Nice Approach
On Episode 1 of Let's Do Coffee, Daniel van Veelen interviews Ashif Mawji, founder of Upside Software, TrustScience and other software-related companies, and the namesake of the Mawji Centre for New Venture and Student Entrepreneurship.
31 min
The Nice Approach
On Back to School Again, hear the story of Rdina Danaf, who juggled motherhood while upgrading at NorQuest College, then went on to engineering at the University of Alberta and now works in finance.
32 min
The Nice Approach
This month on The Well Endowed Podcast, we find out how the John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights is helping us understand the privilege of ableism with YEG Dignity Day. And Monica Robson discusses Pilgrims Hospice.
30 min
The Nice Approach
Learn a bit more about the reasons behind the OtherWise podcast, and catch some of the highlights from the launch party in this video from Diversity Magazine. Subscribe to the podcast!
2 min
Join host Rob Roach of ATB's Economics and Research team as he talks with the experts, influencers and big thinkers who are shaping Alberta. The latest episodes are all about post-secondary education.
Canada’s original nonfiction festival is on now in Edmonton! There are dozens of workshops, panels, readings and performances taking place until Oct. 21. Get your tickets today.

Alberta Business Spotlight: Burgundy Oak

Zac Hartley, chief operating officer of Burgundy Oak, speaks to Karen Unland of the Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB, at the ATB Entrepreneur Centre in Calgary on Sept. 12, 2018.

Zac Hartley, chief operating officer of Burgundy Oak, speaks to Karen Unland of the Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB, at the ATB Entrepreneur Centre in Calgary on Sept. 12, 2018.

From Mom’s garage to the ATB BoostR stage to Dragons’ Den and beyond — that’s the trajectory of Burgundy Oak, a Calgary-based company that turns whiskey and wine barrels into unique furniture and home decor.

You’ll get to see the Burgundy Boys pitch the Dragons on Oct. 11 (on CBC at 8 p.m. MST). We can’t tell you how they did, but we can confirm after talking to chief operating officer Zac Hartley that this is a fascinating and growing business that hasn’t stopped innovating since it incorporated in 2015.

Hear more about “the coincidence made in heaven” that led to the company; the research-and-development work that left its mark on Zac’s hands; and the role ATB has played in Burgundy Oak’s success — all of that and more is in this conversation recorded at the ATB Entrepreneur Centre in Calgary:

Zac Hartley of Burgundy Oak
Alberta Business Spotlight
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Find your signature piece of furniture or unique gift, crafted from recycled wine or whiskey casks, at burgundyoak.com. You can also find the company on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and you can learn more about the Dragons’ Den process on YouTube.

If you’re looking for guidance to make your small business a success, you’ll find it at ATB’s Entrepreneur Centres. If crowdfunding sounds like a good way to test the market and prove your product’s value, check out ATB BoostR.

October is Small Business Month, which is why we’re shining a light on some small businesses that our founding sponsor, ATB Financial, has helped out. Watch for more Alberta Business Spotlights in the coming weeks.

Photo by Kevin Espenido of ATB. Podcast music is "His Last Share Of The Stars" by Doctor Turtle, courtesy of freemusicarchive.org.





Alberta Podcast Network Roundup 44

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This week's roundup includes a Tomato Radio-I Don't Get It crossover, a controversial takedown of the Mighty Ducks (the movie, not the hockey team, although you might hear that too, come to think of it), and a goodbye-for-now from Tema Frank of Frank Reactions.

You'll also hear about inquiry-based education, Sondheim's Cool, duelling pianos, Al Classico, the rise and fall and rise of Gritty, video game music, Donald Glover's universe, intimacy, alien candy and more. 

30 MINUTES OR LESS

Makeshift Stories shares a fairy-tale from the "Somewhere Sometime" series written by Alan V. Hare. Under the influence of an alien obsessed with sweets, Mario is encouraged to eat candy until he grows to alarming proportions.
14 min
On a "check-in" episode of Ed, Shane Lawrence investigates the idea of starting over — from lesson plans to an entire career. He, Shaun Smith and Joe Reimer discuss the why, the when, and the pros and cons of taking such a drastic approach.
29 min
This week on I Don't Get It, hosts Fawnda and Paul fill us in on Alberta Ballet’s 52nd season opener BJM Danse's Dance Me, a contemporary tribute to Leonard Cohen, and the Citadel Theatre’s launch of Once, the much loved movie-cum-folkie musical.
21 min
Ths week on The UnDad, Trent Wilkie fills us in on upcoming changes to the podcast, Metro Shorts, Metro Cinema, Up Late With Dana Andersen, Dave Bidini, Litfest, Hold the Dark, New Girl, F&M, and these silly things humans call emotions.
20 min
Frank Reactions is taking a break, but Tema Frank has one last episode for us! She shares her news, then discusses the mobile revolution with David Hudson from Foresee. Happy travels, Tema! 
26 min
Troy Pavlek and Mack Male take a deeper look at what Edmonton's city council is up to — the new episode will be up Friday afternoon. While you wait, you can study up with Taproot Edmonton's Council Roundup.
20ish min

30 TO 45 MINUTES

On Modern Manhood, German Villegas is joined by Col Cseke to discuss how the Calgary theatre community is dealing with sexual harassment accusations and discussions on privilege.
36 min
Todd Nesloney - Asking Crazy Questions
This week on Mess Hall Podcast, Avery is joined by comedian Freddy G! They discuss the Ketogenic diet, dry rub wings and the deliciousness of baby back ribs.
32 min
Check-in 24 - Resolutions & Babies
On the 4th Line WHLCast,Andy, Carl and Ryan discuss Kelowna hosting the 2020 Memorial Cup, undefeated teams vs. win-less teams, and the fate of Fortnite in the WHL.
36 min
On the latest Ed conversation, Shane welcomes Tonya Gilchrist to learn how her disatisfaction with teaching in America shaped what she is overseas as a language and literature teacher, an instructional coach, a literacy consultant and a speaker. 
32 min
The latest Highlevel Showdown episode has Michael, Sharon and Elliott looking at the new version of NAFTA, the US-MEXICO-CANADA Agreement (USMCA), and the results of Québec's provincial election. Plus, #Trumpwatch.
40 min
On Press Start to Join, Josh and Alan pump Experience Points, a local video-game-jazz cover band that released its first album, and discuss Facebook giving away your information. Plus, Josh really likes oatmeal and Alan recommends a webcomic.
45 min
Kyle Marshall welcomes Craig Learmont on Creative Block to discuss recording studios, education degrees, and asking for phone numbers from your piano teacher.
34 min
This week on a Tight Ends "overtime" episode, Vanda is joined by her co-host and husband Frank to discuss NFL injuries and also debate/ argue/fight it out. 
40 min
On Putting it Together, Kyle Marshall invites Ben Zuk to share his thoughts on the Sondheim song "Cool," a physically demanding number from West Side Story. 
36 min

45 TO 60 MINUTES

Crave Cupcakes co-founder Jodi Willoughby joins Victoria Smith on Girl Tries Life to share some of her entrepreneurial advice, the Crave origin story, how to keep things fresh, and more!
49 min
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On the latest episode of Repodcasting, Janet and Lucia weigh in on Rain Man. They take away Dustin Hoffman's Oscar and give the role of Raymond to someone else.
56 min
Ep 46:
Fawnda Mithrush from LitFest and I Don't Get It podcast, and Kaelin Whittaker from the Ruby Apron, join Mary and Amanda on Tomato Radio to share their favourite food books and family cooking traditions.
56 min
The Spy Who Loved Me: Ek Tha Tiger and Tiger Zinda Hai
This week's first installment of the 2 and Out CFL Podcast has Travis Currah and Brazilian Ty recapping all the goings-on for Week 16 of the CFL. 
55 min
On Blue in the Face, Chris sits down with three of the board members from Calgary's new artist-driven collective known as nvrlnd. 
57 min
On the second installment of the 2 and Out CFL Podcast, Travis and Ty set up Week 17 and share their fantasy lineups.
49 min

MORE THAN 60 MINUTES

Eric Newby and Christian Zyp take us on a 13-step PopCycle journey from the talented Donald Glover to Space 1999, and from Nina Simone all the way back again! How do they do it?
77 min
Looking back on the first 200 episodes, Carl and Joel recap their favorite 4th Line Podcast moments and are joined by a special guest! Plus, they share their Western Conference predictions.
70 min
On Assumptions, Kyle and Daniel share some listener feedback and an interview with Fraser Tripp. Plus, discussions on conversion, understanding sexual intimacy, and masturbation. 
61 min
The season premier of I Have Some Notes sees Gregg Beever, Colin MacIntyre and Scott C. Bourgeois joined by Mighty Ducks superfan Danielle to pitch ideas for a better version of the movie.
60 min
On Loyal Company of the River Valley, Nate and Adam recap the Al Classico match between Calgary and Edmonton's prospects, the pitch at Meadows on the Green, and Macron.
66 min
On this week’s Hockey Feels, Steven and Rachel preview the 2018-19 NHL season and share how they think each division will line up. Who will be first? Who will be worst? How wrong will they be? 
78 min

AFFILIATES & SPONSORS

This week on The Well Endowed Podcast, we hear about how the John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights is helping us understand the privilege of ableism with YEG Dignity Day. Plus, we hear about Pilgrims Hospice and Edmonton’s first residential community hospice centre.
30 min
The Nice Approach
Rdina Danaf's seven-year adventure in education started at NorQuest College and went on to the University of Alberta, where she graduated with honours. This week on Back to School, Katrina Ingram sits down with Rdina on the latest episode of Back to School Again.
32 min
On the debut episode of OtherWise, the team of Moréniké Ọláòșebìkan, Ahmed ‘Knowmadic’ Ali, Keren Tang, Jenna Mulji and Maegan Robinson-Anagor
discuss their reasons for wanting a platform that showcases the diverse stories of the “Others” living in Treaty 6 territory. 
34 min
Join host and ATB econo​mist Nick Ford as he explores Alberta’s geography, its businesses, organizations, and its diverse and fascinating people — all viewed through an economic lens.
Thinking about the economic value of a post-secondary degree? ATB's Rob Roach explores this topic with the experts on the first run of Perch.  
The Nice Approach
Episode 1 of Let's Do Coffee features Ashif Mawji, founder of Upside Software and TrustScience, and namesake of NAIT's Mawji Centre. Host Dan van Veelen digs into his entrepreneurial spirit and is rewarded with great passion and advice.  
32 min
Canada’s original nonfiction festival is almost here! Get ready for 11 days of workshops, panels and conversations, starting Oct. 11. Did you get your offer code for $5 off? It's in our newsletters and on several of our podcasts.  
The Nice Approach
Shop local, save money and give back with Park Power, a provider of electricity and natural gas based in Sherwood Park. Visit the website to learn what owner Kris Kasawski stands for, and try out the calculator to see what you would save by signing up.