The Deets with Duddy

@duddydoesit

The Deets with Duddy is Calgary only late night show podcast, featuring in-depth conversations with the city’s most influential figures. From business leaders to creatives, athletes to entrepreneurs, we dive deep into their careers, perspectives, and the stories that shape Calgary. New episodes drop weekly—tune in for unfiltered, insightful, and entertaining discussions about the people making an impact in YYC. Lots to learn when creating a podcast. I’m doing my best. Shout out to my grandma who would never even know how to see this.

  1. 16H AGO

    How She Turned Family Recipes Into a Modern Brand | Alessia Bellusci

    Building something of your own isn’t always clear, easy, or guaranteed to work. In this episode, Alessia Bellusci shares what it was like growing up inside one of Calgary’s most well-known hospitality families, behind restaurants like Mercato, and the moment she realized she wanted to create something for herself. From working in the family business at a young age to stepping away and coming back with a new perspective, her story is about figuring it out in real time. We talk about how Dolce and Veloce came to life, combining family recipes with a fashion-inspired vision and building a brand that stands out. Alessia shares the early days of launching, learning on the fly, and moments like getting into Holt Renfrew and seeing strangers connect with her product. She also opens up about going through darker periods in her life, how that shaped her mindset, and why she now uses her platform to support mental health initiatives and create meaningful experiences through food, events, and community. The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast, hosted by Jeff Dudder (@duddydoesit), spotlighting the city’s culture, creativity, and people through unfiltered conversations with Calgary’s most interesting voices. #TheDeetsWithDuddy #CalgaryPodcast #YYC

    45 min

  2. MAR 30

    Why Relevance Is Something You Have to Earn | Alex Sarian

    Relevance isn’t something you decide. It’s something you earn. In this episode, Alex Sarian, President and CEO of the Werklund Centre, breaks down what it actually means for arts and cultural institutions to matter today. He talks about moving from New York to Calgary, stepping into a major leadership role at 36, and navigating one of the largest cultural infrastructure projects in Canadian history. He shares why prestige can get in the way of impact, how institutions drift away from community, and why relevance is something you have to keep proving every day. He also gets into the Werklund Centre transformation, what it takes to build spaces people actually care about, and how Calgary is still in the process of becoming. From smaller venues to major institutions, the conversation looks at how cultural change actually happens and what it takes to build both the hardware and the software of a city’s culture. The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast hosted by Jeff Dudder (@duddydoesit), spotlighting the city’s people, culture, and creativity through real conversations with Calgary’s most interesting voices. #TheDeetsWithDuddy #Calgary #YYC

    59 min

  3. MAR 23

    The Reality of Beekeeping Most People Don’t See | Eliese Watson ABC BEES

    Beekeeping is more complex than most people think.In this episode, Eliese Watson breaks down what it actually takes to work with bees, from managing hives to understanding them as living systems. We get into the reality behind beekeeping, why it’s often misunderstood, and what people should know before getting started.The conversation covers the physical work, the responsibility of caring for colonies, and how bees function in both urban and rural environments. Eliese also shares how people can get involved with bees without necessarily becoming beekeepers. Check out https://abcbees.ca/ or find her on instagramThe Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast hosted by Jeff Dudder (@duddydoesit), spotlighting the city’s culture, creativity, and people through conversation.#TheDeetsWithDuddy #CalgaryPodcast #YYC

    59 min

  4. MAR 16

    Kayla-Rae on Modeling, Marketing, and Building Something Wild

    Kayla-Rae, founder of Be Wild Marketing and House of Wild, joins Jeff Dudder to talk about the realities of the modeling industry, building two businesses in Calgary, and what it takes to lead people in a high-pressure creative field. Kayla-Rae explains how her experience working both as a model and inside agencies shaped the way she runs her companies today. She breaks down how the modeling industry actually works behind the scenes - from production companies and agency rosters to how brands select talent for campaigns. The conversation also explores the misconceptions many new models have when entering the industry and why resilience, professionalism, and patience matter more than instant success. Jeff and Kayla-Rae discuss the intersection between marketing, content production, and modeling, and how her agencies collaborate with brands to create campaigns using real talent and creative teams. Kayla-Rae also shares her philosophy on leadership, advocating for fair pay for models, and why agencies have a responsibility to protect and support the people they represent. Later in the episode, Kayla-Rae opens up about her personal story of spending several years in foster care before being adopted at age seven. She reflects on how that experience shaped her understanding of stability, responsibility, and compassion - values that now influence how she leads her businesses and supports the people who work with her. The conversation touches on rejection in creative industries, the evolving role of social media in modeling, and why success in this space requires far more work than most people realize. The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast - hosted by Jeff Dudder (@duddydoesit) - spotlighting the city’s culture, creativity, and people through unfiltered conversations with Calgary’s most interesting voices. #TheDeetsWithDuddy #CalgaryPodcast #YYC #CalgaryEntrepreneurs #HouseOfWild #BeWildMarketing

    57 min

  5. MAR 9

    Faris Hytiaa | Stand-Up Comedy, The Tomorrow Show & A Juno Nomination

    Comedian Faris Hytiaa joins Duddy to talk about his path into stand up comedy, building original comedy projects, and the moment he found out he had been nominated for a Juno Award. Faris shares what it was like starting stand up in Lethbridge, performing in smaller comedy rooms, and learning how to write material that actually connects with an audience. He also talks about how his style has evolved as he built more stage experience and started developing projects beyond traditional stand up sets. The conversation also explores The Tomorrow Show at The Laugh Shop, Faris’ late night style comedy show that blends stand up, hosting, and live comedy performances into one stage production. Along the way they discuss the realities of building a career in comedy, documenting work beyond the room, and how comedians create opportunities for themselves while navigating the entertainment industry. The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast, hosted by Jeff “Duddy” Dudder. The show features long form conversations with comedians, musicians, actors, entrepreneurs, athletes, and community leaders from Calgary and beyond. Each episode dives into the stories, careers, and experiences that shape the people making an impact in their fields. Watch full episodes of The Deets with Duddy on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeartRadio.

    50 min

  6. MAR 2

    Cait Alexander | End Violence Everywhere

    https://www.endviolenceeverywhere.org/ Cait Alexander joins The Deets with Duddy for a thoughtful conversation about the work behind EVE and the realities of supporting people impacted by domestic abuse. This episode focuses on how conversations are framed, what often gets misunderstood, and what meaningful support actually looks like. We talk about how public discussions can oversimplify complex situations, the importance of careful language, and the difference between awareness and deeper understanding. Cait explains what EVE is solving, how intervention works in practice, and why slowing down judgment matters in this work. Beyond advocacy, we also get into identity, creativity, and how she stays grounded while navigating intense subject matter. It’s reflective, measured, and rooted in lived experience. The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast hosted by Jeff Dudder, spotlighting the city’s culture, creativity, and people through unfiltered conversations with Calgary’s most interesting voices. #TheDeetsWithDuddy #CalgaryPodcast #YYC #EVE #DomesticAbuseAwareness

    55 min

  7. FEB 23

    Reamonn Joshee on Collaboration, Chaos, and Creative Obsession

    Reamonn Joshee is a Calgary-based actor, writer, and director known for projects like Renegade Fever, If Walls Could Talk, and a wide range of independent film work across Alberta. In this episode of The Deets with Duddy, he opens up about the realities of building a creative life in film. We talk about moving between acting, writing, and directing, and what changes when you’re solving problems on set versus chasing an idea alone in your kitchen at 2 a.m. Reamonn shares stories about early projects, chaotic shoots, stunt work, and the kind of risk-taking mindset that comes with loving the process more than the outcome. The conversation turns to collaboration, including the people who shaped his growth and why he sees other artists as partners instead of competition. He also reflects on patience, family, long creative arcs, and learning to stay present instead of constantly chasing the next thing. We close by talking about what’s exciting him now, from upcoming film work to experimenting with music, and why staying creatively curious matters more than ever. The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast hosted by Jeff Dudder (@duddydoesit), spotlighting the city’s people, culture, and creativity through unfiltered conversations with Calgary’s most interesting voices. #TheDeetsWithDuddy #CalgaryPodcast #YYC #CalgaryFilm #CanadianFilm

    53 min

  8. FEB 16

    Mandy Balak on Leadership, The Gathering Brand Festival & Chasing Enough

    https://mandybalak.com/ https://www.thegatheringfestival.com/ Mandy Balak is the President of The Gathering Brand Festival, entrepreneur, leadership coach, and author of Chasing Enough. In this episode, she shares the evolution of her career, from building community in the early days to leading one of Calgary’s most influential brand experiences. We talk about the original intention behind The Gathering and the decision to shift it from a conference into a brand festival. Mandy explains how that transition happened, what prompted it, and how she thinks about protecting the feeling of the room as the scope grows. The conversation explores leadership under pressure, responsibility, and what it actually means to hold space for thousands of people without losing intimacy. Mandy also reflects on closing previous chapters, redefining success, and how her understanding of ambition has changed over time. We dive into the ideas behind her book Chasing Enough, including sustainable success, personal clarity, and building a life that feels aligned rather than performative. This is a thoughtful conversation about leadership, growth, identity, and what it takes to build something meaningful while staying grounded. The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast, hosted by Jeff Dudder (@duddydoesit), spotlighting the city’s culture, creativity, and people through unfiltered conversations with Calgary’s most interesting voices. Subscribe for more conversations with entrepreneurs, artists, athletes, and leaders shaping Calgary and beyond.

    56 min
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The Deets with Duddy is Calgary only late night show podcast, featuring in-depth conversations with the city’s most influential figures. From business leaders to creatives, athletes to entrepreneurs, we dive deep into their careers, perspectives, and the stories that shape Calgary. New episodes drop weekly—tune in for unfiltered, insightful, and entertaining discussions about the people making an impact in YYC. Lots to learn when creating a podcast. I’m doing my best. Shout out to my grandma who would never even know how to see this.

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  • Creator
    @duddydoesit
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    70
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © @duddydoesit
  • Show Website
    The Deets with Duddy

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