Alberta Podcast Network Roundup 37

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This week's roundup features many kinds of performance, whether it be on the Fringe stage, in the wrestling ring, in the band room, on the CFL sidelines, in the rodeo arena, on the hustings, in the marketing field, on the soccer pitch, at the office, on screen, in the back country or in the family room. Plus, a crossover episode between Bollywood is for Lovers and That's a Thing?!, and a very special episode of That's So Maven! 

30 MINUTES OR LESS

On the latest flight of fancy from Makeshift Stories, written by Alan V. Hare, a down-on-her-luck AI trainer, struggling to make ends meet, finds herself at the height of a medical crisis — and help comes from an unlikely source.
28 min
Join Collette and Matt on the Networker's Quest as they discuss how valuable entrepreneurial gains often stem from networking relationships and can lead to further opportunity. 
11 min
Best Wrestling Podcast continues its retrospective on Stone Cold Steve Austin, travelling back to the 2000–01 matches on Raw with Kurt Angle, smashing the DX Express on SmackDown, and a blood feud with Triple H. 
20 min

30 TO 45 MINUTES

This week on The Mess Hall Podcast, Avery talks to comedian Brittany Lyseng. Their chat is filled with pizza, nachos, tacos and sour cream.
38 min
On Ed, Shane talks with band teacher Emily Langerholc about her unique use of pop music — but not in the way you might think. 
38 min
Trent Wilkie of The Undad talks parenting with theatre artist Jana O'Connor, covering antiquated idioms, how to butt in line at the dentist, and more.
37 min

45 TO 60 MINUTES

On this episode of The Networkers Quest, Matt and Collette are on location at the Mtek Digital recording studio with David Papp, a tech pioneer specializing in cybersecurity, privacy, social media, technology management, and blockchain. 
50 min
The 4th Line Hockey Podcast #164 - The Bigger and Better 2018 - The 4th Line Podcast
Brands face ever-increasing demands for transparency, authenticity and affinity. On A Branded World, Luiza talks with Chris Baeza, an expert in the fashion industry,  about what it takes to be successful, and why brands need to sweat the small stuff.
52 min
Ep 46:
On The Young Gaffers, Jason and Adam examine the playoffs in the Canadian Premier League, sing Pink Floyd, discuss Art Bell’s contributions to alien conspiracy theory, and discover their Mad Max names.
54 min
The Spy Who Loved Me: Ek Tha Tiger and Tiger Zinda Hai
The 2018 Edmonton International Fringe Festival is upon us. On this episode of I Don’t Get It, producer Andrew steps in front of the mic to chat with Fawnda and Paul about everything you ever wanted to know about Fringe reviews, including the scourge of star reviews. 
56 min
Andrea Beça hasn't been in the That's So Maven hot seat for over two years, and a lot has changed for her since then. So Karen Unland, past guest and founder of the Alberta Podcast Network, steps in to interview Andrea as a follow-up!
58 min
Bison have been brought back to Banff National Park, but will they stay there? On Blue in the Face, Chris Ursaki talks to Bill Hunt, resource conservation manager with Parks Canada, about the challenges and benefits of bringing bison back to that ecosystem. 
60 min
On the weekend preview episode of the 2 and Out CFL Podcast, Travis Currah and Brazilian Ty dive into Week 10 with the RedBlacks vs. Bombers, Lions vs. Argos, Als vs. Esks and Stamps vs. Riders.
46 min
This week on the Northern Nerdcast, Sam and Dan head out to Animethon, Edmonton's celebration of Japanese animation, to chat with some of the vendors about their experiences, and check out the Maid Cafe!
45 min

MORE THAN 60 MINUTES

Season 4 Episode 9
After a week off, Carl and Joel are back on the The 4th Line to chat about American weddings, running with the bulls, barbecue adventures, NBC's NHL broadcast schedule, and a number of contract extensions.
63 min
On the 2 and Out CFL Podcast recap, Travis Currah and Brazilian Ty discuss the Saskatchewan Roughriders' decision to release Duron Carter, and recap the games from Week 9.
67 min
On the Loyal Company of the River Valley, Adam and Nate discuss FC Edmonton's proposed use of Clarke Stadium, and Steve Sandor's article questioning Canadian players' willingness to play in their home country. 
 61 min
On the Daveberta Podcast, guest hosts Erika Barootes, Janis Irwin and Natasha Soles chat with producer Adam Rozenhart about their experiences in provincial politics and where they see it heading in the near future. 
63 min
The Young Gaffers celebrate the 2018 USL PDL Champions, and Tommy Wheeldon Jr. provides his thoughts on the season that was. Plus Bradley Werner joins Jason and Adam to look ahead at the 2018-19 Premier League season.
90 min
On Bollywood is for Lovers, Matt Bowes and Erin Fraser welcome Elizabeth Spencer and Karen Unland of That’s A Thing?! to discuss Gippi and Secret Superstar, two films about teen girls and their moms. 
80 min

AFFILIATES & SPONSORS

Edmonton's FolkFest is over for another year, but the legacy goes on with a special scholarship set up in memory of a man who made a big contribution. Hear all about it on the latest episode of the Edmonton Community Foundation's podcast.
33 min
Wellington Holbrook, chief transformation officer for ATB Financial, talked about the future of banking, including cryptocurrency and blockchain, on a recent Facebook Live. See the five key points he shared, and watch the replay of the entire conversation.
30 min

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Alberta Podcast Network Roundup 36

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We're back after a week off with another roundup of episodes from our member podcasts. This one sees the network debut of Repodcasting and some multi-part episodes on Stone Cold Steve Austin, workplace harassment and men's issues. Also, opera in the badlands, Mario Tennis Aces, lakeside food, movie canon, Jarome Iginla's farewell, Bollywood's bad boy, the business side of both art and conflict resolution, fantasy football, real-life soccer, home-schooling, creative hustling, and more.  

30 MINUTES OR LESS

On the latest instalment of the serial on Makeshift Stories, written by Alan V Hare, Johnson admits to Janva, in a desperate attempt to save Ceres, that he is the transmuted Triffel leader Amos, and proposes an alliance. 
16 min
Paul Blinov and Fawnda Mithrush made an eventful road trip to the Badlands Amphitheatre for the latest episode of I Don't Get It to catch Mercury Opera and Opera Classica Nuova’s co-production of Carmen.
16 min
Best Wrestling Podcast continues with its series on Stone Cold Steve Austin, focusing on 1998-99 with flipping off Mike Tyson, hijacking a Zamboni and beating up Vince McMahon. Listen to Part 1.
29 min

30 TO 45 MINUTES

On the Mess Hall Podcast, Avery sits down with Calgary comedian Daryl Makk for a lakeside chat about growing your own food, hunting, eating on the road, supporting local and feeling the love.
33 min
On the latest 2 and Out, Travis Currah and Brazilian Ty preview Week 9 in the CFL with the Esks vs. Lions, Ticats vs. Bombers, and Als vs. RedBlacks. And it's never too late to catch the week 8 recap!
44 min
On the Northern Nerdcast, Dan and Chelsea sit down with the awesome crew from Midgardia RPG to talk about their nerdy toys, and how their role-playing game came to be.
38 min
On The Networkers Quest, Matt and Collette chat with Mpower's Anna Mittal, a mediator, social worker and conflict coach who has found her joy by empowering clients to transform their lives from being stuck in conflict to learning how to communicate successfully.
36 min
Todd Nesloney - Asking Crazy Questions
On Part 2 of A Branded World's panel discussion, Luiza dives into how you should handle workplace harassment, what you are legally obligated to do, and what you can do to mitigate the potential damage to the brand. Listen to Part 1.
34 min
Check-in 24 - Resolutions & Babies
On the latest episode of Modern Manhood, German talks to Matthew Hodges, the founder of the MensLib subreddit. In Part 1, they discuss why he wanted to start MenLib, the values and foundations of that community, and his own personal experience with masculinity.
33 min

45 TO 60 MINUTES

This week on the Young Gaffers, Jason and Adam discuss the Calgary Foothills FC competing for the USL PDL Championship, and Haligonians turning out to see the Atlantic Selects defeat Fortuna Düsseldorf’s U21 squad. 
46 min
The 4th Line Hockey Podcast #164 - The Bigger and Better 2018 - The 4th Line Podcast
On Repodcasting's debut episode as a member of the network, Lucia and Janet are joined by special guest Tony from FlicksXRayed to help them recast the 2014 Ben Affleck/Rosamund Pike/Neil Patrick Harris book-to-film adaptation of Gone Girl. 
49 min
Ep 46:
On this special summertime Hockey Feels, Steven and Rachel discuss her adventure to a hockey camp in Montreal, Jarome Iginla officially hanging them up, women’s hockey news, summer hockey tournaments and more!
58 min
The Spy Who Loved Me: Ek Tha Tiger and Tiger Zinda Hai
On this episode of Ed, Shane talks with Tatiana Adurias about her journey of schooling her six kids herself. They discuss dispelling stereotypes often associated with homeschooling. 
44 min
There is some rampant nerdery on The Undad as Darren Pleavin and Trent Wilkie talk horror movies, horror feelings, invisible motorcycles, family horror, and some scary stuff that left them holding each other, cerebrally. 
48 min
On Girl Tries Life, Victoria Smith is joined by Calgary artist Melissa McKinnon to talk about how she got started, art school advice, the business side, and what happens when your work is knocked off.
60 min
Evan Adnams joins Scott and Gregg on the latest episode of I Have Some Notes to ponder whether canon really matters and how it affects our enjoyment of a film.
66 min
In this bonus episode of Assumptions, Kyle interviews Rabbi Seth Goldstein to learn a liberal Jewish perspective on relationships, spiritual values, and sexuality.
58 min
On Press Start to Join, Josh and Alan discuss Mario Tennis Aces and Patreon doing some shady business, plus Josh recommends a VR game and Alan suggests a TV show. 
48 min

MORE THAN 60 MINUTES

On City of Champions, Shane Fennessey talks with filmmaker Adam Scorgie and fills us in on his ability to find improbable solutions to impossible situations.
76 min
With Sanjay Dutt's biopic in theatres, Matt Bowes and Erin Fraser discuss the Bollywood bad boy’s life and work on the latest episode of Bollywood is for Lovers. 
66 min
Carl and Joel of The 4th Line podcast are back to talk Jarome Iginla's retirement from the NHL and Tom Wilson's contract renewal with the Capitals. Then the Detroit Red Wings hop on the Summer Hot Seat.
64 min
This week on Loyal Company of the River Valley, Nate and Adam start off with thoughts on the Forge FC and Pacific FC, and then take a look at Jim Brennan being named as the York 9 head coach. 
66 min

AFFILIATES & SPONSORS

On The Well Endowed Podcast, we hear about a scholarship in memory of Don Snider to help Edmonton FolkFest volunteers. We also hear about the Terra Centre's efforts to integrate Indigenous cultural learning into its support for young parents, and the Alberta Helping Animals Society's work to provide care for the companion animals of vulnerable Edmontonians. 
33 min
Follow #ATBgoldenticket to find Fringe ‘O’ Saurus Rex for your chance to win a golden 2019 Fringe experience: 100 Fringe show tickets, VIP parking, and more! (Click the image above for details on how to enter.) The Edmonton Fringe Theatre Festival is one of the city's biggest summer festivals, and ATB Financial is the Fringe's biggest fan.

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Alberta Podcast Network Roundup 35

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This week's roundup features epic crossovers between Ed and I Don't Get It, and between Tight Ends and Hockey Feels, plus the roundup debut of 2 and Out, and plenty of worthy episodes about theatre, soccer, Halo, marketing, wrestling, food, masculinity, history, sex, Trek, mental health and politics.

30 MINUTES OR LESS

Mexico City, 1969
On I Don't Get It, Paul and Fawnda take in Teatro la Quindicina’s The Importance of Being Earnest, and Tiny Bear Jaws’ Miss Katelyn’s Grade Threes Prepare for the Inevitable. Also, the end of VUE's free event listings.
25 min
The Nice Approach
On The UnDad, Trent Wilkie welcomes friend, comedian and retired teacher Ken Valgardson to engage in a discussion about comedy, teaching, parenting, and child bowels. It truly is a magical time to be alive.
21 min
This week's first instalment of the Best Wrestling Podcast has Johnathan and Matt discussing Randy Orton and Jeff Hardy, how "PG" shouldn't be used as a crutch, and the WWE Title scene as SummerSlam approaches.
23 min
On the Networker's Quest, Matt and Collette share some of their own tips on organizational strategies, communication, and the overall mindset needed to work effectively as a team player within a business partnership with your life partner.
29 min
The second instalment of the Best Wrestling Podcast sees Johnathan and Matt answering questions asked by you, the listeners. They discuss the underrated, the overrated, who they wish had a world title run, and much more. 
23 min 
Season 4, Episode 9
Luiza Campos draws on her experience helping General Electric get traction in Mexico on the latest episode of A Branded World. As she says, it's vital to understand the market you're entering.
25 min
133. Ceres Chapter 12 - Message Received
In a quick check in with the Northern Nerdcast, Dan Shessel gives a quick rundown of upcoming events that you won't want to miss! Plus, how to get sneak peek at their upcoming episode.
6 min

30 TO 45 MINUTES

On Part 2 of Press Start to Join's Halo history episode, Josh and Alan cover what 343 did when they took the reins of the franchise, plus a little surprise awaits at the end. 
33 min
On a special episode from Press Start to Join, friend of the show Mike, a successful cosplayer who goes by the name Foam Forge Cosplay, shares his perspective on Halo’s influence. 
37 min
This episode of Modern Manhood has German Villegas and guest Tim Wenger tackling important questions like, "What does it mean to be a man?" and "What are the words you think of when you hear the word ‘masculinity?’"
42 min
Todd Nesloney - Asking Crazy Questions
Krystal Anderson is a holistic health-care professional and owner of Little Bird Holistics in Edmonton. She joins Matt and Collette on The Networkers Quest to share her inspiring story.
39 min
Check-in 24 - Resolutions & Babies
This week on the Mess Hall Podcast, Avery is joined by Australian comedian Marcus Ryan to chat Latin-American food, Australian food myths, pizza going too far, and the potential joys of food while travelling. Plus, Vegemite!
38 min
On Press Start to Join, Josh and Alan discuss how the platform you play your games on is linked to your experience, and modders spellchecking code. Plus, graphic novel recommendations.
37 min
In a first-ever cross-over episode for Ed, host Shane Lawrence is joined by the host of I Don't Get It, Fawnda Mithrush, to chat with Gerry Morita and Jody Vanderkerkhove of Mile Zero Dance. 
36 min

45 TO 60 MINUTES

In this bonus episode of Assumptions, Kyle and Daniel interview their friend Lish Veldhuijzen to get her perspectives on sexuality, identity, being single, friendships and sex.
46 min
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On Let's Find Out, Chris Chang-Yen Phillips dives into how Edmonton came to be known as a prairie city, and how figuring it out challenged his ideas about the land we live on. 
47 min
Ep 46:
Carl and Joel are back on the 4th Line Podcast to discuss the collection of extensions handed out this offseason, the Ducks bringing back their old logo, and the Summer Hot Seat. 
56 min
This week on The Young Gaffers, Jason and Adam talk the Canadian Premier League unveiling Vancouver Island’s Pacific FC, the Calgary Foothills FC, and the need for Canada’s player development pathway to expand beyond our borders.
59 min
On Girl Tries Life, Victoria Smith is joined by world-traveler, Instagrammer, and intuitive eater Jen Rawson to discuss her year of epic travel adventures with her husband.
51 min
Travis Currah and Brazilian Ty get you set for Week 7 of the Canadian Football League on the latest 2 and Out. Hear their predictions and fantasy football picks for this weekend's games. And it's not too late to catch up on the recap of last weekend.
46 min

MORE THAN 60 MINUTES

Season 4 Episode 9
On I Have Some Notes, Gregg Beever and Scott Bourgeois are joined by Evan Adnams to share notes for one of the more questionable Trek films. The Next Generation films in particular form a quartet of mediocrity that partially inspired the creation of this very movie-fixing podcast!
68 min
On That's So Maven, Andrea Beça sits down with Blake Loates, photographer and mental health advocate, to talk about speaking up about mental illness and stepping away from solo entrepreneurship, struggling with collaboration, and more. 
72 min
On the Daveberta podcast, Dave and Ryan discuss Derek Fildebrandt‘s Freedom Conservative Party, Rachel Notley‘s role at the Council of the Federation meeting, Greyhound withdrawing from western Canada, and the mailbag. 
82 min
The Calgary Stallions
Loyal Company of the River Valley has Part 2 of Nate and Adam's discussion with the fan roundtable about the experience of the FC Edmonton launch. A keg was involved.
75 min
The Best of 2017
Vanda of Tight Ends is thrilled to welcome Steven Schapansky from the Hockey Feels podcast to chat ESPYs and NHL vs NFL, plus, what their respective leagues’ seasons may bring this winter. 
73 min

AFFILIATES & SPONSORS

In addition to the Edmonton Community Foundation's Well Endowed Podcast, we'd also like to draw your attention to the ECF's excellent blog. Check out this recent post from the Edmonton Shift Lab's Ashley Dryburgh on how to begin to move the needle on the complex problem of racism.

Lunch with a Side of Opera

At ATB Financial, The Branch for Arts + Culture in Calgary teamed up with Cowtown Opera for a series of lunchtime concerts. Watch as two singers go head-to-head in an epic sing-off! And be sure to follow @atbfinancial on Twitter for more video vignettes from around the province.

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