Join host Alkarim Devani as he discusses Canada's housing needs with development experts, politicians and passionate community members. As cities continue to hit their housing capacity, Alkarim is on a mission to help others deliver middle housing and gentle density at scale in our established neighbourhoods across Canada. He wants to connect more people to the simple pleasure of living in walkable neighbourhoods full of vibrant local businesses and existing infrastructure. Alkarim is the co ...
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Sharing The Middle is a heartwarming podcast hosted by Lacey, where she delves into the power of storytelling about the messy middles of life through conversation and connection. Lacey explores how sharing stories can unburden us from life's heaviness and foster meaningful connections. With a focus on authenticity and vulnerability, Lacey discusses the importance of creating a space for sharing our stories and seeing our own stories in others. Special guest appearances add to the richness of ...
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Can You Actually Build Affordable Housing in Canada? With Mark Erickson, Studio North
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Mark Erickson is the Principal and Owner of Studio North – a Calgary-based architectural firm that specializes in custom homes, heritage renovations, multi-family units, laneway housing and public art. Mark joins Al to talk about the surprising challenges of laneway housing builds, if it’s actually possible to build something that is affordable in …
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In this episode, I'm thrilled to reconnect with my friend, Zac Owens. We dive into the concept of 'exploring different parts of ourselves' through meaningful conversations, highlighting how interactions with Zac always bring out the best in me. We discuss the beauty of embracing quirks, the importance of turning lived experiences into wisdom, and t…
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The Unexpected Middle: My New Pregnancy Adventure
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Welcome to this special solo episode of 'Sharing the Middle' with Lacey. In this heartfelt update, I share big news about my unexpected pregnancy despite having an IUD. Join me as I discuss the complexities and messiness of this middle phase, from the joy and excitement to the fears and anxieties, particularly given my chronic illness. I delve into…
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Has Calgary’s Re-Zoning Changed the Way People Are Building? With Kayla Browne, Founder of BOLD
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Kayla Browne is the Founder of BOLD Workshop Architecture – a progressive architecture and development studio located in Calgary. BOLD aims to produce excellent designs for their clients and the community while creating authentic connections to place. In this episode, Kayla joins Al to talk about how Calgary’s recent re-zoning has affected what sty…
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In this episode, I dive back into our regular interview format with the inspiring Josi Dumont. We discuss Josi's journey from a high-flying corporate career through a tumultuous 'messy middle' period, characterized by burnout, toxic relationships, and career upheavals. Josi opens up about her transition to becoming a successful leadership and minds…
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Calgary’s Middle Housing History and What the Future Holds with Paul Battistella
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Paul Battistella is a developer in Calgary that has transformed how development happens within established neighbourhoods. Coming from a family of developers, Paul has unique insight into Calgary’s history with infill and middle housing, along with a wealth of experience to inform what we can expect to see next. Want to learn more about middle hous…
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Chatting with Nieces: Family, Change, and being the Cool Aunt
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In this episode of 'Sharing the Middle,' I, Lacey, your friend and guide in life's messy middles, dive into a delightful and heartfelt conversation with my two oldest nieces, Brhi and Grace. We explore the nuances of being part of a large, close-knit family, the roles we play, and how traditions and dynamics shift over time. Through our talk, we re…
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Transitioning From Single Family Development to Middle with Ryan Doherty
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In this week’s episode we’re talking with Ryan Doherty, owner of Pen Lake Ventures Inc, a boutique real estate firm specializing in owning and developing urban properties. He joins Al to talk about his transition from single family home development to middle housing. Ryan shares his perspective on investing in middle housing projects and how to ret…
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What Canadians Can Learn from the California’s Housing Policies with Greg Morrow
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Greg Morrow is the Executive Director and Faculty Director at the UC Berkeley College of Environmental Design. In this episode, Greg joins Al to talk about the middle housing process in California and what Canada can learn from it. They talk about the cost of housing, how middle housing affects transit and what is realistically needed to create dev…
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Joyful Support Origin - No Shame In The Home Game
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In this special cross-posted episode of 'No Shame in the Home Game' and 'Sharing the Middle,' Lacey and Sara introduce listeners to the Joyful Support Movement and the Joyful Support Network. They explore the concept of joyful support, sharing how it fills the gap between friends, family, and professional support. Lacey and Sara detail their person…
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[SPECIAL EPISODE] Mayor Sohi Interview: Edmonton’s Innovative Middle Housing Policies
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Following the largest public hearing in Calgary’s history, City Council made a future-altering decision to empower Calgarians and provide the opportunity to develop middle housing. Just a few months earlier, Edmonton City Council was met with little opposition when they made a similar change, despite even more aggressive policy. So, what was the di…
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How to Find Financing for Middle Housing Projects with Tye Reidie, Principal at Canada ICI
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This week Al is talking with Tye Reidie, Principal at Canada ICI (aka, Al’s “finance guru”). In this episode, Al and Tye talk about Canada ICI’s work, how to find financing for middle housing projects, managing debt for a project, the Canadian rental market, interest rates and what it actually takes to participate in middle housing. Want to learn m…
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Alberta Real Estate Isn’t Slowing Down with Jared Chamberlain
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Jared Chamberlain is the Team Lead at Chamberlain Group, a Calgary-based real estate group that services Calgary and the surrounding area. Jared joins Al to talk about Calgary’s citywide rezoning, the city’s fast expansion, what is happening with interest rates and when people considering buying property should take the plunge. Show notes: 00:30 – …
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Calgary’s Decision to Approve Citywide Rezoning with Courtney Walcott, Ward 8 Councillor
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UPDATE: Coffee In a Cocktail Bar is now Meet in the mddl. Thank you for subscribing! Calgary recently approved citywide rezoning, one of 98 recommendations a task force put together with Ward 8 Councillor, Courtney Walcott. In this episode, Courtney talks with Al about how the 98 recommendations came to be, what level of involvement the city has wi…
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Its a Lacey talking to you episode! In this episode, I reflect on my journey of personal growth, sparked by deep conversations with those close to me. I'll share how confronting emotions, understanding anxiety, and accepting change have brought me to my healthiest mental and emotional state. Join me as I explore the power of storytelling, the impor…
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Renting By Choice, Raising a Family in the Inner City and Planning for Your Dream Home with Mike Payne
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Mike Payne is a partner and the Client Services Director at Arcade Studios, an award-winning Calgary-based digital agency. He joins Al to talk about Calgary’s housing options for families, wanting to live around the hub of a city and middle housing. Show notes: 00:30 – How Mike ended up in Calgary. 01:30 – Mike’s experience with housing in Canada a…
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Aging In Place, Defining the Inner City and Creating Accessible Housing with Richard White
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Richard White is the writer behind the blog, Everyday Tourist. He is always searching for new experiences and surprises as he wanders the streets, parks, plaza and alleys of Calgary and other cities. Richard worked a variety of roles over his career, including an urban development consultant. He joins Al to talk about his stance that senior Calgari…
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How Middle Housing Affects Property Owners. A Discussion with Alice Lam
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Alice Lam is a commercial portfolio manager, business owner and founder of several non-profit initiatives. She has lived in all four quadrants during her time in Calgary. She joins Al to talk about Calgarians’ housing needs, how middle housing affects property owners and the impact density has on small businesses. Show notes: 00:40 – Alice’s experi…
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Using Middle Housing to Solve Calgary’s Housing Needs with Jeffrey Cox
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Jeffrey Cox is a realtor in Calgary who works with clients across a spectrum of ages and housing needs. He joins Al to talk about what the realities are around housing affordability in Calgary, if middle housing projects detract buyers from neighbourhoods, why “city wide rezoning” sounds more daunting than it is and why he’s excited for mddl School…
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Show Notes We are jumping back into my conversation with my dear friend, Emma. We dove deep into the nitty-gritty of life and discussed everything from personal growth and body image to the impact of our upbringing on our self-esteem and relationships. Emma and I also had a wonderful conversation about our moms. We chatted about how they shaped our…
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Meet your host, Alkarim Devani, as he breaks down what you can expect from Coffee In a Cocktail Bar. The first episodes will launch May 15th and are published weekly on Wednesdays. Hit follow or subscribe to be notified!By mddl
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In this episode of 'Sharing the Middle', I had a heart-to-heart with my lifelong friend, Emma. We took a trip down memory lane, from our carefree girlhood days to the ups and downs of womanhood. We laughed about our small-town adventures, shared our most cherished memories, and talked about how our friendship has weathered the test of time - throug…
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My sister Becky and I are letting it all out about being that 'chaos friend.' You know, the friend who's always in the center of a mess? Spoiler alert: I found out I'm one of them! We get into the nitty-gritty of how this realization has changed the way I look at myself and my relationships. We're diving deep into our personal coping strategies, he…
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In this continuation episode, Lacey and her cousin Al delve into deeper discussions about family stories and their impact on individual identity. They explore themes of feeling like an outsider, seeking acceptance, and the journey towards self-love. Al shares her experiences with settling down, making personal choices that diverge from traditional …
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Welcome to Season 2! - No Shame In The Home Game
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Welcome back, friends, to Season 2 of No Shame in The Home Game! This episode is all about embracing home management without any judgment, because, hey, we all know it's about how it makes us feel, not just how it looks, right? We're absolutely thrilled to be back, and we can't wait to dive into this season with you. It's been a journey filled with…
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The title of this episode may seem provocative and harsh, but it's a phrase that came from my own writing and continues to resonate in my mind. It certainly isn’t all Bradley women, but more than what I would consider normal. This is part 1 of a series where I sit down with my wonderful cousin Al. We open up about our family's powerful narratives a…
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I get chatty with my dear husband, Joe, about some exciting tweaks to my beloved podcast. After testing the waters with various formats over the year, I've realized that heart-to-heart talks with those who've journeyed through life with me offer the richest storytelling. Expect to meet some special folks in future episodes, like my childhood bestie…
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Using Mobility in the Middle with Rebecca Stewart
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In this episode, I have an inspiring conversation with fitness coach Rebecca Stewart. Rebecca shares her journey with chronic illness, the struggle with a multitude of diagnoses, and navigating rapid weight gain in spite of maintaining an active lifestyle due to her profession. We discuss how the world of fitness and diet culture can lead to a disc…
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Sharing The Mddl is bursting into 2024 with some new energy and joy.By The Mddl
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No Shame In Taking a Break - No Shame In The Home Game
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In this brief update, I explain why I am taking a short, two-week break from podcast editing due to an unintentional creative block. I assure listeners not to expect new episodes until January 10th. I hint at some positive restructuring and rebranding happening with the podcasts, as both 'Sharing the Middle' and 'No Shame in the Home Game' will bec…
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Embracing Life's Changes and Announcing the Joyful Support Movement
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In this episode, Lacey, the host, discusses her personal struggles, including the loss of her pet dog, Indy, her family being sick, and challenges with moving homes. Lacey announces a change to her program 'Sharing the Middle,' created in collaboration with Sarah, their new initiative, 'The Joyful Support Movement.' The 'Joyful Support Movement' is…
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Living In The Wait... In The Middle with Melissa Vande Kieft
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I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the lovely Melissa about the concept of Living in the Wait. We connected through social media, and let me tell you, it was an instant connection! Melissa shared her journey of waiting to start a family and how that inspired her to embrace the concept of living in the wait. We delved into the power of gen…
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Hangin' TVs and Racing Thoughts: Lacey Solo Episode
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In this episode, I'm going off-script and sharing some personal updates. I apologize for not having the usual episodes out, but life has been a whirlwind lately. We've just moved into a new house, and let me tell you, it's been both exciting and anxiety-inducing. But hey, I've managed to hang a TV by myself, and it hasn't fallen yet! Speaking of ch…
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Howdy friends! I want to take a quick moment to check in with you during the whirlwind of my life right now. I plan on coming back better than ever in just a few weeks. For more Sharing The Mddl: Submit your own question for advice. Email me at hello@themddl.com Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review! iTunes Spotify Instagram Facebook…
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Intuition and Forgiveness in The Middle with Serin Silva
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Serin Silva, an intuitive coach and medium. We dove deep into topics like spirituality, infidelity, and finding our authentic selves in the messy middle of life. Serin shared her personal journey of rediscovering herself while going through a challenging time. She opened up about a period in her …
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From Panic Attacks to Packing Boxes Mini-Episode
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In this mini-episode, I'm switching things up a bit and sharing more about my writing process and the challenges of being in the messy middle of life. With my family going through a big change, including a move and my husband's job switch, I'm feeling overwhelmed and struggling to keep up with everything. On top of it all, my chronic illness makes …
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Unexpected Outcomes of a Middle with Meredith Constant
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I had the pleasure of chatting with Meredith Constant, a niche content creator who focuses on media literacy through the lens of the British royal family and the British media. Meredith shared her journey of leaving her job in social media marketing, which she no longer felt aligned with, and how she found her way to creating content that truly res…
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I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Tresa Edmunds, the creative visionary of Body Loyalty, on my podcast. We talked about embracing our bodies, especially when we're dealing with disabilities and trauma. It was such an eye-opening conversation, and I'm excited to share some of Tresa's insights with you. Tresa emphasized the importance of v…
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On this week's mini-episode, my sister Becky, my cousin Lydia, and I talk about the recent Barbie movie and how it impacted us. We dive into the themes of feminism and gender studies that the movie presents and share our personal experiences with them. Throughout the episode, we share funny anecdotes and personal stories that relate to the movie's …
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Ditching the "Supposed To's" in Life with Dee Hoch
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I had the pleasure of chatting with Dee Hoch, founder of Fire Within Coaching. During our conversation, we discussed the challenges of navigating the "supposed to's" in life and finding the balance to live our passions. Dee shared her experiences with burnout and the pressure to fulfill societal expectations of being a full-time mom, wife, and work…
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Mini-Episode/Re-release of Episode 5 with Kim Shapira
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This week we are revisiting my conversation with Kim Shapira that was in episode 5 earlier this year. I do still end this mini-episode with a little Lacey Loves so make sure to stay to the end! I had the pleasure of speaking with registered dietician Kim Shapira about her journey to becoming a health expert and her new book, "This is What You're Re…
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Using Your Tools in The Middle with Sadie Higgins
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In this episode of my podcast, I talk with Sadie Higgins, a recovering entrepreneur, about the beauty of the messy middle of life. Sadie shares her personal journey of going through a tough time and how that helped her realize the importance of having tools to retrain the nervous system. We also discuss the concept of grief as healing and the power…
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In this week’s episode of the podcast, we are so excited to share our first episode featuring Lacey’s husband, Joe. We discuss the challenges and successes of managing their home, especially with Lacey’s onset of chronic illness. Joe has stepped up in a massive way taking on many tasks, but there are still places that are causing strain for the hou…
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Creativity, Toxic Friendships, and Complicated Women
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In this episode, I talk about my personal struggles with creativity and how I've learned to embrace it in a healthy way. I also give advice on how to deal with toxic friendships and share some of my current favorite things, including a new Real Housewives reboot and some true crime podcasts. If you're looking for some inspiration on how to navigate…
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As I talked with Amanda Hofman, co-founder and CEO of Go To Market, a branded merchandise studio, we explored the idea of being stuck in a middle we know will end and downplaying our own pain. Amanda shared her love of fitness and competition, but also discussed her struggle with injuries and how they've affected her ability to participate in races…
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In this mini episode of Sharing the Middle, we read an essay from the middle, give some unsolicited advice, and share some Lacey loves. The essay is called "Ending of a Comfortable Middle," and it's all about how I learned to tune into my body and find acceptance in the process of dealing with health challenges. I talk about why labels can be both …
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Welcome to No Shame In The Home Game - No Shame In The Home Game
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Welcome to No Shame in the Home Game podcast, where we talk about how your house feels, not what it looks like. We're here to help you manage your home so that it feels good and works for you. Our first episode is all about us, and we discuss our backgrounds, our unique experiences, and how we came to create this podcast. We share personal stories …
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Hard Stops in the Middle with Delia Pena-Gay
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In this episode of my podcast, I chat with Delia Pena-Gay, a podcast host and blogger originally from the Bronx. Delia shares her experience of feeling like she was in the middle of a lot of things in her life, including her career and navigating the fast-paced environment of New York City. She talks about how she would have emotional breakdowns ev…
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In this week's mini-episode, I'm talking about my family vacation and the struggles that came with it. I share how it was different this year without my grandma, who was the backbone of our trip, and how I'm processing the grief of losing her. As someone who is chronically ill and newly disabled, I also talk about how traveling can be challenging f…
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Intention and Courage in the Middle with Jenna Hermans
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I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Jenna Hermans on my podcast and I'm excited for you to listen. During our conversation, Jenna talked about the importance of being in tune with your own energy levels and using that knowledge to make decisions about the people and activities in your life. She suggested rating your energy levels on a scal…
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