The Deets with Duddy

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Calgary is full of interesting people doing interesting things, and The Deets with Duddy is all about bringing them into the spotlight. From musicians, artists, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, and community builders to the people and projects shaping life in the city, every episode offers a chance to hear the stories happening across Calgary right now. Every week, Jeff Dudder sits down with the people shaping Calgary to explore the stories, experiences, and ideas driving the city forward. This is Calgary, one conversation at a time.

  1. Aug 10

    Why City Hall Matters More Than You Think | Adam MacVicar

    City Hall affects more of your daily life than most people realize. Adam MacVicar is the City Hall reporter for Global News Calgary, and he has spent years following the decisions, debates, reports and infrastructure issues that shape how Calgary actually functions. In this episode, Adam talks about how he got into journalism, what brought him back to Calgary, and what covering the city has taught him about the place he calls home. We get into how he decides what matters when a council agenda runs hundreds of pages, why some important stories barely get attention, how quickly a story can change late in the day, and what it takes to turn complicated municipal decisions into something people can actually understand. Adam also reflects on the stories that have stayed with him, learning to trust his judgment as a reporter, and the responsibility that comes with covering a community. Plus, growing up watching Global Calgary, becoming a Flames fan, boxing, learning to switch off from the news, and where Calgarians should start if they want a better understanding of how the city actually works. Calgary is full of interesting people doing interesting things, and The Deets with Duddy is all about bringing them into the spotlight. From musicians, artists, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, and community builders to the people and projects shaping life in the city, every episode offers a chance to hear the stories happening across Calgary right now. The Deets with Duddy is Calgary's Late-Night Show Podcast. Every week, Jeff Dudder sits down with the people shaping Calgary to explore the stories, experiences, and ideas driving the city forward. This is Calgary, one conversation at a time. #TheDeetsWithDuddy #CalgaryPodcast #YYC

  2. Jul 20

    The Stories We Tell Through Food | Julie Van Rosendaal

    Food is never just about what is on the plate. Julie Van Rosendaal has spent her career writing cookbooks, talking about food on CBC Radio, and exploring the stories that surround the way people cook, eat, and care for each other. She joins Jeff Dudder to talk about growing up in Calgary, building a career as a food writer, finding her creative voice, and why the most ordinary meals can carry the most meaning. Julie shares the story behind her investigation into Canada’s unusually firm butter, the pressure and possibility created by food media, and how cooking has remained a source of comfort throughout her life. They also discuss Calgary’s changing food scene, food insecurity in schools, the community meal programs Julie helped organize during the pandemic, and her return to self-publishing. Her newest cookbook, Cathy the Mail Girl’s Mother’s Cookies, was inspired by her grandmother’s recipe box and the memories preserved inside it. At its heart, this is a conversation about the stories we pass down, the people we gather around the table, and the ways food helps us connect. Calgary is full of interesting people doing interesting things, and The Deets with Duddy is all about bringing them into the spotlight. From musicians, artists, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, and community builders to the people and projects shaping life in the city, every episode offers a chance to hear the stories happening across Calgary right now. The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s Late-Night Show Podcast. Every week, Jeff Dudder sits down with the people shaping Calgary to explore the stories, experiences, and ideas driving the city forward. This is Calgary, one conversation at a time. #TheDeetsWithDuddy #CalgaryPodcast #CalgaryFood https://www.dinnerwithjulie.com/about/

  3. Jun 15

    ZENON: Redecorating My Mind and Finding Music Again

    https://www.zenonepp.com/ ZENON is a Calgary soul artist whose music blends blues, R&B, theatre, pop, and lived experience into something deeply personal. In this episode, ZENON talks about growing up around music, performing from a young age, attending Berklee College of Music, and what happened when their relationship with music started to fall apart after returning home. The conversation centers on ZENON's debut album, Redecorating My Mind - a project shaped by unhealthy relationship patterns, therapy, self-discovery, and the process of rebuilding the way you see yourself. ZENON also talks about working with Dempsey Bolton, writing songs over several years, and why the album is meant to be heard in order. We also get into Calgary's music community, genre labels, YYC Music Awards, Christmas Arizona, writing for musical theatre, and the curiosity that connects everything ZENON creates. Welcome to Season 4 of The Deets with Duddy. Calgary is full of interesting people doing interesting things, and this season is all about bringing them into the spotlight. From musicians, artists, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, and community builders to the people and projects shaping life in the city, every episode offers a chance to hear the stories happening across Calgary right now. Hosted by Jeff Dudder, The Deets with Duddy is Calgary's late-night show podcast - a cultural hub for conversations about creativity, business, sports, community, and everything in between. This is Calgary, one conversation at a time. #TheDeetsWithDuddy #CalgaryMusic #YYC

  4. Jun 8

    Inside Alberta Ballet School | Ashley McNeil

    Alberta Ballet School is one of Calgary's best-kept secrets. In this episode, Director Ashley McNeil takes us inside one of Canada's premier ballet training institutions and explains how students from Calgary and around the world are preparing for professional careers in dance. We discuss the realities of elite ballet training, balancing academics with artistic development, performance psychology, student wellbeing, and the qualities that separate good dancers from great ones. Ashley also shares her own journey from dancer to educator, how Alberta Ballet School has evolved over the years, and why Calgary has become home to a globally recognized training program. Along the way, we explore the school's connection to Alberta Ballet, the opportunities available to students after graduation, and the impact dance education can have long after a performer leaves the stage. We also discuss Dancers of Tomorrow, Alberta Ballet School's annual showcase celebrating student growth, achievement, and the next generation of dancers. Calgary is full of interesting people doing interesting things, and this show is all about bringing them into the spotlight. From musicians, artists, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, and community builders to the people and projects shaping life in the city, every episode offers a chance to hear the stories happening across Calgary right now. Hosted by Jeff Dudder, The Deets with Duddy is Calgary's late-night show podcast - a cultural hub for conversations about creativity, business, sports, community, and everything in between. This is Calgary, one conversation at a time. #TheDeetsWithDuddy #Calgary #AlbertaBallet https://www.albertaballetschool.com/

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Calgary is full of interesting people doing interesting things, and The Deets with Duddy is all about bringing them into the spotlight. From musicians, artists, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, and community builders to the people and projects shaping life in the city, every episode offers a chance to hear the stories happening across Calgary right now. Every week, Jeff Dudder sits down with the people shaping Calgary to explore the stories, experiences, and ideas driving the city forward. This is Calgary, one conversation at a time.

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