Resolve to evolve: Getting back to business — The latest on APN

With Omicron surging and snow still falling, we've been working on a good deal of self care in the early days of 2022. Baths, books, and baking offer the mind and body some much-needed pampering, and we've done them all. 

Over the break our APN crew has been busy as ever, reflecting on the year that was and ramping up for warmer days ahead. Take a load off today and treat yourself to our set of all-new playlists. 

The “subscribe” button on any of the Listen Notes playlists will let you grab a playlist for your podcatcher. Sample the shows below, or check out the full week’s roundup on Spotify.

SOCIETY & CULTURE

anticulture drops an ask-me-anything episode with host Josiah Sinanan, who’s departing APN for a new gig. We’ll miss you, Josiah! The Well Endowed Podcast visits the Roozen Family Hospice Centre, operated by Pilgrims Hospice Society. It’s A Conspiracy! looks at crazy theories from 2021 that are not about COVID. Modern Manhood examines what it’s like for young men graduating and going off into the world in the current milieu. On Scamtime, Stephanie talks about kidnapping scams and Karen goes through the clues that might help you decide the age-old mystery: Is Paul really dead? Speaking Municipally looks back at the post-budget week for Edmonton’s city council. That’s a Thing?! looks at new ways to own and be owned, NFTs included.

SPORTS

2 and Out CFL Podcast wraps up 2021 with a look back at the most recent CFL news. On Armchair Sports, Jim talks with a golf expert on rules of golf, and how new rules are officially adopted. The team looks ahead to the 2022 Formula 1 season on Get Checkered. The Turf District closes out their season with 630 CHED's Morley Scott and Dave Campbell to re-cap the Elks’s year.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

I Don’t Get It does the season right with a trip to see Shumka’s Nutcracker, along with Soni and seven-year-old Niya. I Have Some Notes looks back on some favourites and disappointments of the year in film. I Love This, You Should Too fights off their COVID symptoms with a look at the Swedish vampire film Let The Right One In. Kyle and Dave vs the Machine offer an epilogue on their past season of films from 1971. Makeshift Stories drops the third chapter in The 5th World series. Quantum Kickflip offers a holiday bonus episode, to check in with the members of Weird Gravity on their winter break. The Read-Along turns the page to chapters 10 and 11 of Phoenix Extravagant. Repodcasting recasts 1991’s rom-com classic, Notting Hill. Adrianna Boris joins Kyle on Putting it Together to discuss “No Place Like London”, the first song to advance the story in Sweeney Todd.

LIFE & WORK

Kyle chats with Robert Price about his efforts to de-mystify the real estate process with Bōde on Creative Block. Shane talks teacher shortages with Michelle Hill on Ed - Conversations About the Teaching Life. Let’s Do Coffee sits down with 1999 NAIT alum Bridget Brown, the founder and chief word nerd at Create That Copy & Marketing. EPIC Podcast looks back on 2021, including their Pandemic Picks, the EPIC Disaster Highlight Reel, some Canadian firsts, and a peek at what 2022 might bring. Mess Hall Podcast reviews 2021 over three cans of Pringles. The 2nd Floor examines how to overcome tragedy and mental heath. Shahzia offers some advice for her younger self on The Colour Gap. The team at Three Kitchens share their favourite drinks and appetizers for a New Year’s Eve menu.

SPONSORS & PARTNERS

All of this is possible because of our sponsors and partners in the Alberta community.

ECF helps the community give, grow, and transform. Find out how. And don't miss The Well Endowed Podcast.
ATB is a proud sponsor of the Alberta Podcast Network. Why? Because ATB listens. Learn how ATB makes banking work for you at atb.com
Park Power is a provider of natural gas and electricity in Alberta that shares its profits with awesome local non-profits. It's a great follow on Instagram!
Looking for stress-free home solutions in Calgary or Edmonton? Let Rümi connect you with a trusted local home service provider in your area.
Edmonton Community Foundation's podcast looks at the impact of passionate people building community. 
Get the facts on when children, adults, and seniors should have eye exams, and what you should be aware of for eye health at every stage of life.
Todd Hirsch, ATB Financial’s Chief Economist, connects with special guests who offer unique perspectives about the future through an economic lens. 
Curiosity-driven stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians.

Want to get the word out about your business, podcast, or organization? Check out our sponsor packages to start advertising on APN. 

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Just in time for yuletide, the Cold Moon rises — The week on APN — Dec. 11-17

Okay, okay, we admit it. We go a little gaga during a full moon. You may have already noticed. This weekend's Cold Moon is the longest of the year, falling closely to the winter solstice on Dec. 21. With cultures around the globe recognizing this astrological turning point in the cycle, we're pretty sure there's going to be some powerful energy in that night sky. So take a note from the wisdom of Baba Yaga: Soak a glass of water in the moonlight, then drink it in the morn and feel all that lunar goodness. 

If that's too woo-woo for you, fear not. Our podcasters have plenty of Yuletide episodes lined up for your secular and not-at-all superstitious star-gazing pleasure.

Also: If you know of great Alberta-based podcasts produced by BIPOC or LGBQT2S+ hosts, or any local shows we should know, tell us about them! You can also encourage them to check out our submission guidelines. We'll be reviewing applications for new member shows in January, and are also looking for diverse podcasts to boost in our 2022 Pod Power shout-outs.

We're taking a break over the next couple of weeks to examine our star charts and draft our New Year's resolutions — but we'll be back with the usual roundup on Jan. 6. 'Til then, stay warm out there, and happy holidays, from our fam to yours.

The “subscribe” button on any of the Listen Notes playlists will let you grab a playlist for your podcatcher. Sample the shows below, or check out the full week’s roundup on Spotify.

SOCIETY & CULTURE

The Well Endowed Podcast learns about The Way In, a mental health initiative piloted by Edmonton Public Schools. Let’s Find Out hears from Dr. Andrew Woolford, a scholar in genocide studies, about defining genocide in Canada, and how Indigenous scholars and communities are moving beyond colonial definitions of group destruction. Speaking Municipally wraps up the year with the annual Jeopardy episode, this time testing the knowledge of former mayors Don Iveson, Naheed Nenshi, and Tara Veer. Adrienne King and Matt Solberg join The Daveberta Podcast to examine the year of challenges for Premier Jason Kenney, and the now open-for-voting Best of Alberta Politics survey.

SPORTS

Travis and Ty recap the 108th Grey Cup and the Bombers’ second consecutive trophy on 2 and Out CFL Podcast. Jim looks at the successful volleyball program at Red Deer Polytechnic with current coach Chris Wandler on Armchair Sports. Max Verstappen was crowned Formula 1’s world champion at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix last Sunday, and Get Checkered analyzed the race’s controversial ending. Kwaku Boateng returns to The Turf District to talk about the Grey Cup game and game-play rumours.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Bollywood is For Lovers studies up on Indian history with three biopics about revolutionaries during the Indian independence movement. Makda talks with poet Isabella Wang about her debut full-length collection, Pebble Swing, on Glass Bookshop Radio. Sam and Indy chat about their favourite Christmas and holiday songs on I Love This, You Should Too. Our heroes look at 1971’s Vanishing Point on Kyle and Dave vs The Machine. The Read-Along moves along to the eighth chapter of Yoon Ha Lee’s Phoenix Extravagant. A special episode on Stephen Spielberg’s West Side Story is on tap to wrap up the year for Putting It Together. Karen and Griffin are joined by Anna Cummer to chat about the Alberta Theatre Projects production of her play In Wonderland on The Breakfast Dish.

LIFE & WORK

Ed - Conversations About the Teaching Life sits down with Rebecca Mieliwocki (2012 National Teacher of the Year in the U.S.) on making the transition from celebrated classroom teacher to working with teachers to improve the profession. Healthy Lifestyle Design looks at another “good enough” Christmas under the pandemic. The 2nd Floor sits down with Jon Cheung, founder and CEO of Evolve Strength, a fast-growing chain of gyms based in Edmonton. The Future Of dives into the future of trade, including the emerging field of trading intellectual property and services, with ATB’s deputy chief economist Rob Roach. The ladies look at adapting Gordon Ramsay’s beef Wellington recipe for the holiday table on Three Kitchens.

SPONSORS & PARTNERS

All of this is possible because of our sponsors and partners in the Alberta community.

ECF helps the community give, grow, and transform. Find out how. And don't miss The Well Endowed Podcast.
ATB is a proud sponsor of the Alberta Podcast Network. Why? Because ATB listens. Learn how ATB makes banking work for you at atb.com
Park Power is a provider of natural gas and electricity in Alberta that shares its profits with awesome local non-profits. It's a great follow on Instagram!
Looking for stress-free home solutions in Calgary or Edmonton? Let Rümi connect you with a trusted local home service provider in your area.
Edmonton Community Foundation's podcast looks at the impact of passionate people building community. 
Get the facts on when children, adults, and seniors should have eye exams, and what you should be aware of for eye health at every stage of life.
Todd Hirsch, ATB Financial’s Chief Economist, connects with special guests who offer unique perspectives about the future through an economic lens. 
Curiosity-driven stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians.

Want to get the word out about your business, podcast, or organization? Check out our sponsor packages to start advertising on APN. 

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When life gives you ice, skate on through — The week on APN — Dec. 4-10

Freezing rain and treacherous sidewalks were the news of the week, but some were happy to strap on the blades before sanding trucks caught up to conditions. Whatever your danger tolerance, if your street is a literal skating rink, you may as well join the neighbours for an impromptu hockey match. 

As the more cautious souls stayed in to work on their holiday baking — really, a proper gingerbread house takes a good while to dry —the family at APN was decorating these fancy new playlists just for you. 

The “subscribe” button on any of the Listen Notes playlists will let you grab a playlist for your podcatcher. Sample the shows below, or check out the full week’s roundup on Spotify.

SOCIETY & CULTURE

Mitzi Payne, founder of Arcade Studios, chatted about her journeys around the world as a second-generation Latina Canadian on this week’s anticulture with Josiah Sinanan. Speaking Municipally examines what should be done with Edmonton’s police budget and what not to do with bike lanes.

SPORTS

Ty and Travis celebrate their 300th episode with a preview of this weekend’s Grey Cup match on 2 and Out CFL Podcast (congrats fellas!). Shanika and Caitlin welcome guest Courtney Eves on to analyze what the heck happened on the Jeddah street circuit at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on Get Checkered. On their final episode of 2021, Loyal Company of the River Valley recap the finals and how Pacific FC became champions, and look at perceived politics in the league. Calvin McCarty drops by The Turf District to talk about the CFL season, ponder changes in Edmonton, and, of course, set up the Grey Cup weekend.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

I Have Some Notes tackles everyone’s favourite holiday punching bag, Love, Actually. Alternatively, on I Love This, You Should Too, Sam and Indy look at a legit Christmas classic, The Muppet Christmas Carol (you can’t lose with Michael Caine as Scrooge). Kyle and Dave vs The Machine take in the 1971 NFB film, Mon oncle Antoine. Makeshift Stories shares a new yarn in Xenobot, where Avery is hired to help launch an immersive social media platform but begins to experience mysterious headaches after using it. Our heroes on Quantum Kickflip journey to a brand new undiscovered dimension — but will they be able to find their way back? The Read-Along moves along to the next chapter of Phoenix Extravagant by Yoon Ha Lee. Putting It Together wraps up the West Side Story mini-series with Christine Chen and a discussion on the oft-covered song “Somewhere.” The Breakfast Dish sees Karen and Griffin joined by actor Mike Tan, who’s currently playing Scrooge in Theatre Calgary's A Christmas Carol.

LIFE & WORK

Shane is joined by William Mealey and Ryan Tibbens to ponder a career switch to elementary teaching on Ed - Conversations About the Teaching Life. Mike Schoenberger, CEO and founder of Sunco Communications & Installation Ltd., is the featured guest on this week’s Let’s Do Coffee. Avery and Lena sample plant-based cheeze delights and Tim Biebs on Mess Hall Podcast. Qashus and Kenny reflect on this year and ask each other six questions that might change your life on a 2021 recap episode of The 2nd Floor. Shahzia resurrects an open letter she wrote to job seekers to provide perspective and insight on what it’s really like to be the recruiter on The Colour Gap. Sarah's making Roti John on Three Kitchens this week; the omelette sandwich is popular in Singapore and Malaysia — Singaporean Paul Kaller joins in talk about adapting the traditional recipe.

SPONSORS & PARTNERS

All of this is possible because of our sponsors and partners in the Alberta community.

ECF helps the community give, grow, and transform. Find out how. And don't miss The Well Endowed Podcast.
ATB is a proud sponsor of the Alberta Podcast Network. Why? Because ATB listens. Learn how ATB makes banking work for you at atb.com
Park Power is a provider of natural gas and electricity in Alberta that shares its profits with awesome local non-profits. It's a great follow on Instagram!
Looking for stress-free home solutions in Calgary or Edmonton? Let Rümi connect you with a trusted local home service provider in your area.
Edmonton Community Foundation's podcast looks at the impact of passionate people building community. 
Get the facts on when children, adults, and seniors should have eye exams, and what you should be aware of for eye health at every stage of life.
Todd Hirsch, ATB Financial’s Chief Economist, connects with special guests who offer unique perspectives about the future through an economic lens. 
Curiosity-driven stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians.

Want to get the word out about your business, podcast, or organization? Check out our sponsor packages to start advertising on APN. 

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