Tune in to this past week’s podcast episodes from our members and affiliates, rounded up into playlists so you can choose the topic that appeals to you. The “subscribe” button will let you grab a playlist for your podcatcher. Or, you can sample the shows below.
ALBERTA STORIES
The Well Endowed Podcast learns about an Edmonton community that banded together to purchase and develop a problem property in their neighbourhood. Creative Block talks with Chris Stockton, artistic director of Birnton Theatrical in Calgary, about the upcoming production of The Other Josh Cohen. I Don’t Get It takes in a performance in preview of The Children and discusses the impacts of COVID-19 on the theatre community. Don't Call Me A Guru hosts a call-in episode featuring ten of the social media experts that were scheduled to present at the postponed iMEDIA Conference in Edmonton. Eat More Barbecue talks with Mark Kondrat, co-founder of Alberta Beer Festivals and host of the Let’s Meet For A Beer podcast. And Speaking Municipally looks at Edmonton’s response to COVID-19.
SPORTS
With the NHL season on pause, The 4th Line discusses the possibilities for the rest of the season and ponders some new hobbies. Loyal Company of the River Valley looks at the impact of COVID-19 on the Canadian Premier League and sports in other countries. 2 and Out takes a break from CFL news and talks with former Calgary Stampeder Eric Fraser about football and food challenges.
ENTERTAINMENT
Putting it Together analyzes the song “Barcelona” from Company with musician Alex Luber. The Read-Along gets into Chapter 2 of Perfect Little Children by Sophie Hannah. Fledgling superhero Doctor Slow-mo uses his time manipulation skills to save the day on Makeshift Stories. I Have Some Notes takes a fan suggestion and fixes up the 2017 remake of Power Rangers. Though we may not be able to attend in-person, some of the films discussed in the April edition of Metro Cinema Presents... Close-Up can be viewed online so listen in for some film inspiration! The Machine chooses the cannibalistic film Ravenous for our heroes to ingest on Kyle and Dave vs The Machine. Mess Hall Podcast taste-tests and compares different flavours of Pringles. And Press Start to Join examines COVID-19’s effect on tech.
LEARNING
Girl Tries Life shares three episodes this week! The first has Victoria sharing a discussion with Amy Stubbs, her co-creator of the “Stress Less About Your Body” program. The second (and episode 150!) has strategies for managing the stresses of the pandemic and social distancing. The third features an inspirational discussion with YouTuber, podcaster, and mother Amanda Muse about trusting your instincts. Ed - Conversations about the Teaching Life shares Part 2 of a discussion on the #metoo movement with researcher and teacher Kim Edmondson. ICYMI, here is Part 1. Modern Manhood discusses a recent UN report on gender studies with Veronika Ilich, coordinator for Next Gen Men.
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