Ringing in the Year of the Tiger — The week on APN — Jan. 22-28

With the arrival of Lunar New Year coming on Feb.1, we've been busy in the APN kitchen, pinching dumplings and defrosting duck for a proper feast. 2022 brings the Year of the Tiger, and in many Asian countries around the world, celebrations for the occasion can last up to two weeks, with abundant tables symbolizing prosperous times ahead. Obvs, we're taking the note. Who needs diet resolutions anyway? It's already February. Let 'em go.  

Thinking of the tiger makes us feel feisty, ready for what's bound to be another interesting year for the planet. Armed with a full new playlist of APN episodes, we're rising up to the challenges of our rivals (mostly ourselves). Listen in and fight on, friends. 

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

  • Chris talks about the heartbreaking and complicated diary entries he finds in the City of Edmonton Archives, what makes an archive different from a library, and how COVID has affected access on Let’s Find Out.

  • Speaking Municipally takes a look at some Edmonton city council decisions that seem to go against the City Plan.

  • Ty and Currah recap the latest CFL news on 2 and Out CFL Podcast, including a whole bunch of developments with the Edmonton Elks.

  • Shanika and Caitlyn of Get Checkered examine George Russell’s career, and debate whether his Aquarian traits will come into play as he steps onto the grid with Mercedes in 2022.

  • Bollywood is For Lovers takes a look back on the year in Hindi film in 2021.

  • Glass Bookshop Radio throws back to the joint virtual launch of three poetry collections by Selina Boan, Molly Cross-Blanchard, and Dallas Hunt, hosted by the delightful Emily Riddle.

  • Following up with another asteroid movie, I Have Some Notes offers thoughts on the 1998 Michael Bay blockbuster, Armageddon.

  • Sam and Indy review Tammy and the T-Rex and Michaela DePrince’s autobiography Taking Flight on I Love This, You Should Too.

  • Kyle and Dave vs The Machine looks to the season ahead — namely, 1982 — and previews all the films that will turn 40 this year. First up, Losing Ground.

  • The Read-Along flips to Chapter 14 of Yoon Ha Lee’s Phoenix Extravagant.

  • Margaret Hall joins Kyle to discuss some Mrs. Lovett theories and the influence of Paul Gemignani on Sweeney Todd on Putting It Together.

  • Shane talks with educator, artist, activist, and author Dr. Jenny Kay Dupuis on the importance of sharing stories with Indigenous perspectives on Ed - Conversations About the Teaching Life.

  • Let’s Do Coffee sits down for a chat with Star Birdyellowhead, who has seen several career pivots after completing her personal fitness trainer program at NAIT.

  • Healthy Lifestyle Design examines the complicated relationship many have with alcohol, and how Dry January is impacting people’s ideas about drinking.

  • Three Kitchens gets into the Lunar New Year spirit with a batch of open-faced steamed dumplings stuffed with chicken and crab. Yum!

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. 
‌Choosing a school? Consider what’s important to your family and find out how you can start your search.
Freehand Books is your local, Calgary independent book publisher and many of their authors are from right here in Alberta.
BGCBigs matches kids to volunteers and programs to help them reach their full potential.
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.
Pod Power is APN's new partner program where our advertising partners can choose to donate their ad spots to amplify Albertan voices.
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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Stream on, winter warriors — The latest on APN — Jan. 15-21

Like so many podcasters out there, we're big on movies here at APN. Whether you're braving the parking lot/skating rink at a cinema this weekend, or hunkering down with a household of close contacts, there are zillions of note-worthy films out for devouring. Take notes from the Golden Globe results, or make a game out of guessing the coming Oscar noms — any story will do. 

The crew at APN has a playlist of blockbuster episodes to get you revved up your next binge-watching session. Instead of popcorn, this time we're making meatloaf. (Rest easy, Bob, you big lug.)

The “subscribe” button the Listen Notes playlist below will let you grab the latest roundup of APN episodes for your podcatcher. Sample the shows below, or check out the full monthly roundup on Spotify.

Highlights from our members include:

  • Stonehenge, the Demon Truck of Maryland, and Nintendo conspiracies feature on this week’s It's a Conspiracy! The Well Endowed Podcast celebrates the tenth anniversary of the Flying Canoe Volant Festival. Mack and Troy discuss the latest from Edmonton’s city council on Speaking Municipally.

  • Kenny and Qashus talk with Sebastian Lavoie, an RCMP vet and consultant behind Raven Strategic, on how to navigate anxiety during the most challenging times in life on The 2nd Floor. Economists Frances Donald and Todd Hirsch discuss their predictions for the top five economic stories in 2022 on ATB’s The Future Of.

  • Matthew and Jason share their most anticipated books set for release in 2022 on Glass Bookshop Radio. Sam and Indy tackle the Twilight series on I Love This, You Should Too. Our heroes swoop back to 1953 with Yasujirō Ozu’s masterpiece, Tokyo Story, on Kyle and Dave vs The Machine. The Read-Along flips to Chapter 13 of Phoenix Extravagant. Lucas Rougeux joins Kyle to discuss Sweeney Todd’s Mrs. Lovett and what the song “Worst Pies in London” reveals about her character on Putting It Together.

  • Makeshift Stories threads a new yarn called Lifeblood, where a billionaire tries to survive until he can upload his conscience to a technological singularity. Our adventurers on Quantum Kickflip reunite on the night of the annual Marsden family New Year's Eve party — what could possibly go wrong?

  • Avery and Lena try all the Reese’s pieces on Mess Hall Podcast. Heather whips up a spiced aubergine Pide — a Turkish take on pizza — on Three Kitchens.

  • Jim talks athlete training and Olympic hopefuls with the Canadian Sports Institute’s CEO Gary Davies on Armchair Sports. Shanika, Caitlyn, and Courtney get set for the 2022 Formula 1 season with hot takes and continuing Abu Dhabi fallout on Get Checkered.

SPONSORS & PARTNERS

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

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
ECF helps the community give, grow, and transform. Find out how. And don't miss The Well Endowed Podcast.
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!
‌Choosing a school? Consider what’s important to your family and find out how you can start your search with EPSB's Virtual Open Houses.
Mentoring and afterschool programs change lives. BGCBigs matches kids to volunteers and programs to help them reach their full potential. 
Freehand Books publishes excellent Canadian literature. Its diverse, award-winning collection of fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction is by established authors and exciting new voices.
Todd Hirsch, ATB’s Chief Economist, connects with special guests who offer unique and useful perspectives about the future.
Edmonton is full of passionate people dedicated to building a vibrant community. This podcast from the Edmonton Community Foundation explores their impact. 
Looking for stress-free home solutions in Calgary or Edmonton? Let Rümi connect you with a trusted local home service provider in your area.
Satisfy your curiosity and save time with Taproot Edmonton. Subscribe to roundups of local information on various topics, and read original stories.
Join us for an annual celebration of podcasting in Edmonton and beyond. Panels, masterclasses, feature talks, and more.  
Pod Power is APN's new partner program where our advertising partners can choose to donate their ad spots to amplify Albertan voices.
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Enjoying winter's natural wonders — The latest episodes on APN — Jan. 8-14

With the weather finally cooperating, we're getting back to enjoying the splendour of Alberta's winter wonderland. With so much snow to play in, tobogganing is back on the agenda, folks are lacing up their skates, and winter festivals are dazzling neighbourhoods with outdoor displays and activities. 

With clear skies coming up in the forecast, it'll be a great week to get out with your earbuds and catch up on APN’s newest episodes. Just remember to snag some of those spiky grips for your boots — it's icy out there. 

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.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

I Have Some Notes looks at Don’t Look Up (maybe we should just all listen to the scientists already?). I Love This, You Should Too talks Ted Lasso and Taylor Jenkins Reid’s novel Maybe In Another Life. Kyle and Dave vs the Machine take a trip to The Apartment and discuss 1967’s Le Samurai. APN founder Karen Unland returns to Putting It Together to talk Sweeney Todd and “The Barber and His Wife.”

LIFE & WORK

Currah and Ty recap the latest CFL news for their first show of 2022 on 2 and Out CFL Podcast. Zack Hartzman returns to talk with Shane about teaching with video games on Ed - Conversations About the Teaching Life. Healthy Lifestyle Design looks at Pamella’s holiday experience after contracting COVID. Due to the outcome of a game of Rocket League, Councillor Andrew Knack stepped in as guest host on the latest Speaking Municipally, along with Keren Tang. The 2nd Floor sits down withYEGFitness magazine’s 2021 nominees for Edmonton’s best community supporters. Erin marries home-grown veggies with fresh-made pasta this week on Three Kitchens Podcast with her Butternut Squash Ravioli.

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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