Best Lauren Cardinale Podcasts (2024)

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Empowering First-Generation Students: A Dive into Northeastern University's Torch Scholars Selection 16:44

3M ago16:44

16:44

Discover Northeastern University's commitment to First Gen students in the latest First Gen FM podcast episode. Join me, Jen, as I journey solo this week, pulling back the curtain on the scholarship selection process, particularly focusing on the Torch Scholars Program. This week's episode shares stories and insights, as I recount the moments from …

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The Eat North Podcast (final episode) - Discussing the Top Chef Canada casting process with Mijune Pak and Dez Lo 1:01:26

3M ago1:01:26

1:01:26

With 'Top Chef Canada' Season 11 casting currently underway until mid-April, many Canadian chefs from coast to coast to coast are crossing their fingers to end up on the popular reality competition series. On this special one-off podcast episode (co-hosted by Dan Clapson, Carmen Cheng and Phil Wilson), we chat with one of the show's judges Mijune P…

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Unlocking the College Prep Scholars: Questbridge Insights and Resources with Dr. Christian Martell 34:55

3M ago34:55

34:55

Unlock the secrets of the College Prep Scholars (CPS) program with Dr. Christian Martell from Questbridge. We zoom in on CPS and its role as a stepping stone for high-achieving, low-income, high school juniors aiming for the Questbridge National College Match. Learn about the program's history, its application process, and the unparalleled strategi…

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Turning Points and Triumphs: Guiding First-Genration Students to Their True Calling with Dr. Ashanti Chunn 48:23

3M ago48:23

48:23

Have you ever considered every turn in your path as a stepping stone towards your true calling? Dr. Ashanti Chunn, our guest from Tennessee State University, shares her compelling switch from biology to education and how it fueled her passion for mentoring first-generation college students through the transformative You FIRST Project. Join us on Fi…

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Navigating Academia: The Journey of First-Generation Working Class Graduate Student Lauren Harvey 50:43

5M ago50:43

50:43

What does it feel like to navigate the world of academia as a first-generation and working class graduate student? This week, I had the privilege of exploring this question with Lauren Harvey, a current PhD student at Rice University. With personal experiences and a wealth of insights brimming from her own journey, Lauren doesn't hold back as she d…

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Empowering First-Generation College Students: The Cardinal First Initiative with Julie Carballo 37:27

5M ago37:27

37:27

Join Julie Carballo, the assistant dean of students for first-generation and military affiliated initiatives at North Central College, and me for an enlightening journey as we explore the Cardinal First program. Julie's not just an advocate, but a beacon of hope for first-generation college students, guiding them through the labyrinth of higher edu…

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Paving the Way for First-Generation Students: Denise El Habach on Innovating College Preparation and Career Readiness 39:08

6M ago39:08

39:08

Ever wondered what it takes to truly empower first-generation college students? Denise El Habach, a fierce advocate and a Gear Up Coach at Youngker High School, Buckeye, Arizona, has some answers that might surprise you. With an insider's perspective, Denise takes us on a journey into the inspiring and challenging world of working with first-genera…

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Advocacy and Resilience: Zach Desjardins' Impact on First-Generation Education 44:29

6M ago44:29

44:29

Meet Zach Desjardins, a first-generation student turned holistic academic advisor at the University of Albany. His story, from almost losing his college dreams due to financial aid errors to finding his way through with the Upward Bound program, is the embodiment of resilience, determination, and dedication. In our engaging conversation, we explore…

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Navigating PWIs as a Student of Color: A Dialogue with Diversity Advocate Gregory Saint-Dick 41:54

6M ago41:54

41:54

Ever wondered what it takes to be a first-generation student of color in a predominantly white institution? Gregory Saint-Dick, diversity advocate and the director for diversity, equity, and inclusion at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, joins us to shed light on his personal journey in higher education. Gregory gives us a glimpse into his …

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Introducing: SUPERMARKET - A New Sitcom Podcast 3:16

7M ago3:16

3:16

From The Creators Of CASCADIA & ICE-CREAM brings you SUPERMARKET! Sitcom superstar, Carson Carson, gets blacklisted in Hollywood (and society) from his grotesque sex tape leak. Carson is then forced to reprise his job (pre-fame) at the local Supermarket, where things quickly go bananas... You Can Listen To SUPERMARKET Available Now On All Podcast P…

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The Superpower of First-Generation Students: A Discussion with D'ric Jackson 37:39

7M ago37:39

37:39

Get ready for an exhilarating journey as we welcome D'ric Jackson, a first-generation college student turned advocate, who is reshaping the narrative around higher education. With a background inspired by the '90s Spider-Man series and a dedication to psychology, Derek's unique lens turns an often daunting experience into a thrilling adventure, a s…

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Melodies and Menus: Talking with country icon Carolyn Dawn Johnson and Melissa B of 'Traitors Canada' 1:06:43

7M ago1:06:43

1:06:43

On the latest episode of Melodies and Menus, Dan Clapson and Hailey Benedict chat with country music icon Carolyn Dawn Johnson as well as Melissa B from Traitors Canada. First, Carolyn Dawn Johnson talks about her approach to supporting independent artists, watching Nashville grow over the past three decades and her new single "Road Blocks". Hailey…

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Melodies and Menus: Talking music, travel and more with MacKenzie Porter and Erika Casupanan 58:59

7M ago58:59

58:59

Hailey Benedict and Dan Clapson are back with another episode of Melodies and Menus, and they kick things off chatting with Survivor 41 winner Erika Casupanan about her experience filming Traitors Canada. Erika shares plenty of tips for reality TV competition hopefuls, her favourite spots in Toronto and a ton more. Next up, Clapson chats with chart…

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Melodies and Menus: Talking food, drama and TV host duties with Ann Pornel and Karine Vanasse 1:02:12

7M ago1:02:12

1:02:12

We've got a special guest co-host for our fall episodes of 'Melodies and Menus' and it's none other than CCMA Award-winning country singer Hailey Benedict! Hailey joins Dan Clapson, who shares her love of reality television and especially 'The Traitors Canada' and 'The Great Canadian Baking Show'. Both shows premiered recently, so the co-hosts chat…

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Thank You! | Anniversary Episode 4:51

7M ago4:51

4:51

Celebrating 1 year of ICE-CREAM! In this anniversary episode, our cast & crew share some personal messages to YOU, our wonderful fans! Cast & Crew listed below in order of appearance in this episode: Princess Davis ("Olivia") Hunter Dillon ("Elgin Foster") Eric Hicks ("Bobby Foster") Lauren Jackson ("Officer Wilson") Brock Morgan ("Officer Bennett"…

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Melodies and Menus: Madeline Merlo and Andrew Hyatt talk Nashville eats and Canadian treats 1:03:48

8M ago1:03:48

1:03:48

On the latest episode of Melodies and Menus, co-hosts Dan Clapson and Madison Olds chat with Candian country music stars Madeline Merlo and Andrew Hyatt. The CCMA Award-winning artists (separately) discuss everything from their lives in Nashville, how the American city's food scene has evolved, what Canadian treats they miss from back home and much…

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Ep.8 - Yvonne Green on Creating a High School Mentoring Program for College Access 49:20

8M ago49:20

49:20

Yvonne Green works in the Broward County Schools and shares her work with the BRACE Cadets, a group of students who are selected, receive training, and then create projects to share information about going to college and paying for it. We talk abut the primary and secondary gains these mentors get from the program, and the impact of the program in …

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Melodies and Menus: Talking food with Paul Langlois of The Tragically Hip and pop singer Ralph 1:08:04

8M ago1:08:04

1:08:04

It's an especially exciting episode of Melodies and Menus this week as co-hosts Dan Clapson and Madison Olds get to chat with musical icon Paul Langlois of The Tragically Hip and the ever-talented pop singer Ralph. Both musical acts separately discuss their latest albums, touring, favourite eats and more.…

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Ep. 7 - A Conversation Matt Newlin: Creating Systems for Success for Rural and First-generation Students 43:43

9M ago43:43

43:43

This week, Matt Newlin and I talk about his role consulting with college campuses about creating successful systems for first-generation, rural, and low-income students. We spend time talking about Matt's journey to and through college, move into a conversation about debt management and financial literacy, and then helping faculty understand what i…

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Melodies and Menus: Tim Hicks talks campfire eats and country music 39:19

9M ago39:19

39:19

We're back with a mini season of Melodies and Menus with co-hosts Dan Clapson and Madison Olds. The duo discuss Dan's debut cookbook Prairie and shifting from summer eats to warming fall food (and drinks) before award-winning country singer Tim Hicks joins for a lively interview. The chart-topping singer talks about his 2023 CCMA Award nominations,…

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Ep. 6 - Elevating Art by and for First-Generation Students with M.C. Damm of Boston University 43:53

9M ago43:53

43:53

Art by and for first-generation students provides a creative outlet and a powerful way to connect with student experiences. Art work in first-generation spaces is important, and art made by first-generation students is even better. M.C. Damm, assistant director of Boston University's Newbury Center talks about their first-gen art initiative, how ar…

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Ep. 5 - Talking with Ryan Fewins-Bliss of MCAN on Higher Education Messages, Engaging Communities, and Dreaming Big 25:47

9M ago25:47

25:47

Ryan Fewins-Bliss is the Executive Director of the Michigan College Access Network (MCAN). He shares his thoughts on the messages first-generation, BIPOC, and other students and families are receiving about going going to college, and how we need to have a data-informed approach to counteracting these messages that college is not for you. Ryan talk…

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Ep. 4 - Talking mentoring and mentorship with Dr. Natalie Hart 43:23

10M ago43:23

43:23

Today I talk with Dr. Natalie Hart, a former student who was a Washington State Achievers Scholar at the University of Washington while I was the director of that program. Our conversation covers her from third grade when she knew she'd be a doctor (an astronaut doctor?), to her mentors that encouraged her to dream big, and what she learned about m…

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Ep. 3 - Let's Talk About Money - Credit cards, Investing and Loan payments, oh my! With TRIO Counselor Michelle Onaka 36:36

10M ago36:36

36:36

Michelle Onaka, a recent TRIO SSS academic counselor, instructor, and data coordinator at Oregon State University, talks about engaging students in conversations around money. We talk about how to start conversations, about credit cards and debt aversion, investing, and even making plans to repay loans after graduations. Michelle shares the course …

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Ep. 2 - Why and how you can help students tell their stories with Dr. Rebecca Wiltberger Wiggins 54:45

11M ago54:45

54:45

Storytelling for students, especially first-generation students can be empowering and enlightening, Learn how to help students tell authentic, meaningful stories, for admissions, scholarships, interviews, and even dates! Dr. Rebecca Wiltberger Wiggins joins me to talk about storytelling (and tells a few stories about her family and her experiences …

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Ep. 1 - An Introduction to FirstGenFM and Jen 7:41

11M ago7:41

7:41

FirstGenFM is broadcasting to high school and college educators who are working with first-generation college and college-bound students. It will be like a mini-conference session each week with takeaways to help you and your students thrive and learn about success. My goal is to create a web of knowledgeable advocates for first-generation students…

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The Making of ICE-CREAM | Bonus Episode 1:18:01

1+ y ago1:18:01

1:18:01

**Please Be Advised: This episode contains spoilers of the series** Creator's Adam Murciano, Adam Blanford and Antonio Cordero deep-dive into the making of ICE-CREAM from conceptualization to the final edit and how they did it all in 4 weeks. Plus, never-heard-before actor audition tapes and a Cascadia S2 update... For more ICE-CREAM subscribe to 9…

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Holiday Melodies and Menus: Actor Andrew Phung and author Lesley Chesterman 1:09:44

1+ y ago1:09:44

1:09:44

Acclaimed author Lesley Chesterman and the hilarious Andrew Phung, creator and star of CBC's Run The Burbs, join us for our final podcast episode of the year.Chesterman dishes on her latest French cookbook Un Week-end Chez Lesley (and her recent English book Make Every Dish Delicious), why people need to think out of the box when it comes to fruitc…

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Holiday Melodies and Menus: Clifton Murray of The Tenors and drag superstar Anita Wigl'it 58:21

1+ y ago58:21

58:21

On the latest episode of Melodies and Menus, co-hosts Madison Olds and Dan Clapson talk with Clifton Murray, one quarter of the chart-topping act The Tenors, as well as drag queen superstar Anita Wigl'it. With The Tenors having an upcoming holiday tour across Canada and a current holiday single "Christmas Miracle", there's plenty to chat with Clift…

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Holiday Melodies and Menus: Celeigh Cardinal and GCBS winner Lauren Tjoe 58:11

1+ y ago58:11

58:11

Our podcast miniseries Melodies and Menus is back for a special three-week holiday edition. Co-hosts Madison Olds and Dan Clapson will be chatting with a fun mix of recognizable Canadians who love this time of year as much as we do, and our first episode of the holiday season features Juno Award-winning singer Celeigh Cardinal and Great Canadian Ba…

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Top Chef Roundtable: Talking authenticity and humour in the kitchen with Deseree Lo 30:43

1+ y ago30:43

30:43

We just couldn't bid adieu to our Top Chef Roundtable podcast miniseries for the year without having a little bonus episode with this season's breakout star, Deseree ("Dez") Lo. The Vancouver-based chef quickly became a favourite of our podcast co-hosts and viewers alike. First, for her vibrant personality, followed swiftly by her creative approach…

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Top Chef Roundtable: Chatting with Season X winner Tre Sanderson 1:09:28

1+ y ago1:09:28

1:09:28

And just like that, our Top Chef Canada coverage comes to a close for 2022. In addition to dissecting the final episode of Season X, two of our podcast co-hosts, Carmen Cheng and Phil Wilson, get to have an exclusive chat with this year's winning chef Tre Sanderson. Sanderson discusses how he managed to find the balance between having fun during pr…

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Top Chef Roundtable: Talking culinary inspiration with Erica Karbelnik and Josh Karbelnik 53:20

1+ y ago53:20

53:20

Season 9 winner Erica Karbelnik and husband Josh Karbelnik are the only couple to have ever competed on a Top Chef franchise. Currently in Spain to compete in the sixth annual International Tapas Competition, Erica chats about her amazingly creative tapa inspired by Tim Hortons (don't worry, it made us wary at first too!) before the couple discuss …

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Top Chef Roundtable: Dissecting Top Chef Canada Season X Episode 6 32:02

1+ y ago32:02

32:02

This week, we've got a condensed episode of our Top Chef Roundtable podcast miniseries with two of the co-hosts, Phil Wilson and Dan Clapson, discussing all things Top Chef Canada Season X Episode 6. With only two episodes left in the season, the production is also heading to Cayman Islands with the Top 4 chefs! This is the first time the show has …

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Lactose Intolerant! | Episode 6 (Series Finale) 21:39

1+ y ago21:39

21:39

In the series finale, Elgin is faced with making a deal with the devil or fighting his way to freedom. All while trying to save Olivia and Dustin... **Please Be Advised: This show contains coarse language, scenes of child abuse, and triggering situations. Listener discretion is advised.** ~ ICE-CREAM Stars: ADAM MURCIANO as Mister Handsome / Alec J…

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Top Chef Roundtable: Talking all things East Coast with Stephanie Ogilvie and Lucy Morrow 1:21:27

1+ y ago1:21:27

1:21:27

This episode, we are chatting with two of East Coast Canada's most recognizable chefs, Lucy Morrow and Stephanie Ogilvie. Both Top Chef Canada Season 8 finalists, the two had a strong showing on the series and still remain great pals after it all. The chefs discuss regional ingredients of the Maritimes and also offer up some advice for Canadian che…

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Sugar High | Episode 5 23:19

1+ y ago23:19

23:19

Picking up from episode 3 - Elgin and Oliva's investigation gets more dangerous as they take things a notch higher. Officer Wilson begins to connect the dots with Alec and Eleanor. **Please Be Advised: This show contains coarse language, scenes of child abuse, and triggering situations. Listener discretion is advised.** ~ ICE-CREAM Stars: ADAM MURC…

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Top Chef Roundtable: Talking Betty Crocker and quality eggs with Jo Notkin 1:10:15

1+ y ago1:10:15

1:10:15

Chef Jo Notkin and Top Chef Canada alum calls Montreal home and is working hard at growing her baking mix company Maison Zoe Ford to national success. Notkin discusses her growing brand recognition in the food product sector before giving co-hosts Phil Wilson, Carmen Cheng and Dan Clapson a crash course in the history of Betty Crocker (very interes…

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Prepubescent | Episode 4 33:24

1+ y ago33:24

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FLASHBACK - The year is 1980. In this episode, we dive into Mister Handsome & Eleanor's past and discover their reasons for doing what they do now... **Please Be Advised: This show contains coarse language, scenes of child abuse, and triggering situations. Listener discretion is advised.** ~ ICE-CREAM Stars: ADAM MURCIANO as Alec Jones DIANA COFINI…

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Top Chef Roundtable: Discussing collaboration with Billy Nguyen and Emily Butcher 1:11:41

1+ y ago1:11:41

1:11:41

When it comes to fun culinary collaborations, few Top Chef Canada alum do it better than Season 9 runner-up Billy Nguyen. We've been following Billy's journey since their appearance on the series and they've cooked up some amazing feasts with pals like Andrea Alridge, Galasa Aden and Emily Butcher, and they've got upcoming collabs with Steph Ogilvi…

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More Than An Eyewitness | Episode 3 29:22

1+ y ago29:22

29:22

Officer Wilson and her team finally launch an investigation on Mister Handsome. Meanwhile Elgin & Olivia begin their own secret investigation and what they uncover will disturb them for life... **Please Be Advised: This show contains coarse language, scenes of child abuse, and triggering situations. Listener discretion is advised.** ~ ICE-CREAM Sta…

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Top Chef Roundtable: Dissecting Season X Episode 2 and chatting with Lauren Marshall 1:08:07

1+ y ago1:08:07

1:08:07

Before we delve into the ups and downs of Top Chef Canada Season X Episode 2, the co-hosts discuss the early departure of Edmonton chef Lindsay Porter and how sometimes even chefs that are celebrated in their own region, end up having a bad first day in the TCC Kitchen. The co-hosts also take inspiration from Season X Episode 2's musical theme and …

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Porcelain Doll | Episode 2 21:10

1+ y ago21:10

21:10

Believing Mister Handsome abducted a little girl, Elgin tells an adult...but when it backfires, it leaves him with nothing but a story. Fortunately the 4th of July sparks more than just fireworks... **Please Be Advised: This show contains coarse language, scenes of child abuse, and triggering situations. Listener discretion is advised.** ~ ICE-CREA…

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Top Chef Roundtable: Dissecting Top Chef Canada Season X with Mijune Pak 48:53

1+ y ago48:53

48:53

With Top Chef Canada officially back for another season, so too is our Top Chef-themed podcast miniseries. On this week's episode of Top Chef Canada Roundtable, co-hosts Phil Wilson, Carmen Cheng and Dan Clapson share their first impressions of the milestone season in terms of its competitors and unique "X" twist. Top Chef Canada judge Mijune Pak a…

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When The Streetlights Come On... | Episode 1 30:36

1+ y ago30:36

30:36

Elgin Foster spends the summer of 1988 at his father's house and begins to notice something strange about the local ice cream truck man who is constantly coming by... **Please Be Advised: This show contains coarse language, scenes of child abuse, and triggering situations. Listener discretion is advised.** ~ ICE-CREAM Stars: ADAM MURCIANO as Mister…

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ICE-CREAM | Official Trailer 3:30

1+ y ago3:30

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ICE-CREAM follows 14 year old Elgin Foster, who spends the summer of 1988 with his younger brother Dustin, at his newly divorced father's house in Arizona. Not long after arriving, he begins to witness a series of child abductions by the local ice cream truck man. Nobody believes Elgin, not even the police, which leads him to question if what he sa…

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Melodies and Menus: Kendall Gender and Amy Hef 1:05:26

1+ y ago1:05:26

1:05:26

It's our final Melodies and Menus podcast episode of the summer, and what better way to wrap things up than with some dynamic conversations of Pride season and being queer in the entertainment industry? First, co-hosts Dan Clapson and Madison Olds chat with iconic Canadian drag queen Kendall Gender. As a fixture of the Vancouver drag scene, Kendall…

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Melodies and Menus: Don Amero and Robyn Ottolini 1:01:34

2y ago1:01:34

1:01:34

We've gone all-out Canadian country music for our latest episode of Melodies and Menus! First up, Don Amero about everything from his love of Manitoba to his recent release "Let 'Em Lie"—a powerful duet with Kyle McKearney that speaks to residential schools and the schools' associated atrocities. Amero will also be performing at the Calgary Stamped…

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Melodies and Menus: Jill Barber and chef Adrian Forte 1:05:51

2y ago1:05:51

1:05:51

Top Chef Canada alum and recently-minted author Adrian Forte dishes on his brand new cookbook Yawd as well as how music plays an integral part in the dining experiences he brings to life while doing private culinary events across the globe. Award-winning singer Jill Barber joins next to chat with Madison Olds and Dan Clapson about her love of the V…

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Melodies and Menus: Fefe Dobson and chef Andrea Nicholson 50:10

2y ago50:10

50:10

Our new podcast episode sees co-hosts Madison Olds and Dan Clapson talking with Canadian music icon Fefe Dobson. The Nashville-dwelling Canadian musician discusses the misconceptions many people have about Nashville as well as her impact on current chart-topping artists like Olivia Rodrigo and Willow. Fefe's latest single "FCKIN IN LOVE" is just th…

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