Mess Hall Podcast

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try a plethora (does 4 make up a plethora?) of poutines for Poutine with a Purpose from the restaurants linked below.  We explain what this event is, the origin of poutine, and if we are saying gyro right (note, we are still unsure).  We also talk about the best donuts ever from the Donut Man in Crossfield.   poutinewithpurpose.com Mesrizo Mexican Street Food Mykonos Street Grill Waffles and Chix The J Spot thedonutman.ca  blog.feedspot.com/canadian_food_podcasts Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Instrgram @messhallpod  Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com This episode of The Mess Hall Podcast is brought to you by the Calgary Foundation, proudly supporting community needs for 65 years. When you make a gift to the Calgary Foundation, it’s a gift that keeps on giving. The Foundation’s knowledgeable staff will provide advice on the com

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try apple stuff: caramel Apple Jacks, apple pie spirit, dark chocolate apple pie bar, and maple apple Boursin.  The bonus item is a peanut butter cocoa bomb.   Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Instrgram @messhallpod  Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com We want to tell you about ATB's new podcast - The Future Of. Join Todd Hirsch, ATB’s Vice President and Chief Economist, as he connects with special guests who offer unique and useful perspectives about the future. Explore how our economy and communities can not only brace for change, but embrace the opportunity it creates. From the future of women in business to the changing nature of work itself, The Future Of helps us understand what’s coming, and what we need to do today to get the tomorrow we want. Featuring two episodes each month, plus bonus episodes, The Future Of includes intervie

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try gummy candy: Haribo, Twizzlers gummies, Nibs gummy Nerds, and Fry's Turkish Delight.  We discuss gelatin, pectin, and gum arabic as well as the difference between gummy and jelly. The bonus item is 'Nduja.  Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com This episode of The Mess Hall Podcast is brought to you by the Calgary Foundation, proudly supporting community needs for 65 years. When you make a gift to the Calgary Foundation, it’s a gift that keeps on giving. The Foundation’s knowledgeable staff will provide advice on the community's most pressing needs, keeping your interests at heart and helping you give back in a way that is meaningful for you.  Your contributions are invested in an endowment fund that provides a permanent source of funding, allowing you to make an impact now… and forever. If you’re a pr

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try purple foods: Tang, lavender syrup, taro chips, and purple popcorn .  Our bonus item is limited edition Lucky Charms Pillsbury sugar cookies.   Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com We want to tell you about ATB's new podcast - The Future Of. Join Todd Hirsch, ATB’s Vice President and Chief Economist, as he connects with special guests who offer unique and useful perspectives about the future. Explore how our economy and communities can not only brace for change, but embrace the opportunity it creates. From the future of women in business to the changing nature of work itself, The Future Of helps us understand what’s coming, and what we need to do today to get the tomorrow we want. Featuring two episodes each month, plus bonus episodes, The Future Of includes interviews with top community and business le

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try Easter goodies: L'il Debbie cakes, marshmallow candy, Eggies, Russell Stover, and Cream Egg coffee cream.  Out bonus is hibiscus moonshine cocktail.   Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com We want to tell you about ATB's new podcast - The Future Of. Join Todd Hirsch, ATB’s Vice President and Chief Economist, as he connects with special guests who offer unique and useful perspectives about the future. Explore how our economy and communities can not only brace for change, but embrace the opportunity it creates. From the future of women in business to the changing nature of work itself, The Future Of helps us understand what’s coming, and what we need to do today to get the tomorrow we want. Featuring two episodes each month, plus bonus episodes, The Future Of includes interviews with top community and busi

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try strawberry stuff: Goober, vodka water, cocoa, and Sunny D.  Our bonus item is red velvet Chips Ahoy! Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com We want to tell you about ATB's new podcast - The Future Of. Join Todd Hirsch, ATB’s Vice President and Chief Economist, as he connects with special guests who offer unique and useful perspectives about the future. Explore how our economy and communities can not only brace for change, but embrace the opportunity it creates. From the future of women in business to the changing nature of work itself, The Future Of helps us understand what’s coming, and what we need to do today to get the tomorrow we want. Featuring two episodes each month, plus bonus episodes, The Future Of includes interviews with top community and business leaders from Alberta and around the world. 

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try chicken: spicy deep ripple chips, KFC/Pizza Hut pizza, Chicken McMuffin, and a chicken and waffles chocolate bar.  We also try a bonus item:  Melton Mowbray pie.  Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com This weeks podcast shout out is going to REPODCASTING Janet and Lucia recast favourite and not-so-favourite movies. They also cast Tony Danza, because why not? Find out more at repodcasting.blubrry.net This episode of The Mess Hall Podcast is brought to you by the Calgary Foundation, proudly supporting community needs for 65 years. When you make a gift to the Calgary Foundation, it’s a gift that keeps on giving. The Foundation’s knowledgeable staff will provide advice on the community's most pressing needs, keeping your interests at heart and helping you give back in a way that is meaningful for you.  Y

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena celebrate Pi day with meat pies: pork, Scottish mince, chicken curry, Swiss Chalet, and steak and kidney.   Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com We want to tell you about ATB's new podcast - The Future Of. Join Todd Hirsch, ATB’s Vice President and Chief Economist, as he connects with special guests who offer unique and useful perspectives about the future. Explore how our economy and communities can not only brace for change, but embrace the opportunity it creates. From the future of women in business to the changing nature of work itself, The Future Of helps us understand what’s coming, and what we need to do today to get the tomorrow we want. Featuring two episodes each month, plus bonus episodes, The Future Of includes interviews with top community and business leaders from Alberta and around the world.

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try six different packaged Mac and Cheeses: KD, Annie's, No Name, Cracker Barrel, Cheetos Flamin' Hot, and Knorr.   Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com This weeks podcast shout out is going to IT’S A CONSPIRACY! Andrew, Charlie, and Greg lay out the beliefs behind conspiracy theories, myths, and more. Find out more at itsaconspiracypodcast.com This episode of The Mess Hall Podcast is brought to you by the Calgary Foundation, proudly supporting community needs for 65 years. When you make a gift to the Calgary Foundation, it’s a gift that keeps on giving. The Foundation’s knowledgeable staff will provide advice on the community's most pressing needs, keeping your interests at heart and helping you give back in a way that is meaningful for you.  Your contributions are invested in an endowment fund that pr

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try foods associated with music: boba ice cream treats, blue syrup, Lady Gaga Oreos, cinnamon toast popcorn, and Fruity Pebbles creamer.  See how these relate to music and be warned that Lena "sings" (Avery mostly laughs). Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com This weeks podcast shout out is going to THE TURF DISTRICT A weekly chat about the CFL with Andrew, Mike, and Kayla, three fans with Green and Gold in their veins. Find them on twitter at @TheTurfDistrict With Pod Power, our sponsors are making it possible for us to amplify the voices of Albertans and Alberta podcasters. This episode, Edmonton Community Foundation is helping us give a Pod Power shout out to: GLASS BOOKSHOP RADIO Glass Bookshop Radio is the official podcast of Glass Bookshop.  Founded by Jason Purcell and Matthew Stepanic, Glass Boo

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try Chinese food for the new year: spring rolls, dumplings, mandarins, peanut rice balls, glutinous rice cakes, steam buns, and red dates. We do not discuss brands, but what these foods signify .  Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com messhallpodcast.podbean.com This episode of The Mess Hall Podcast is brought to you by the Calgary Foundation, proudly supporting community needs for 65 years. When you make a gift to the Calgary Foundation, it’s a gift that keeps on giving. The Foundation’s knowledgeable staff will provide advice on the community's most pressing needs, keeping your interests at heart and helping you give back in a way that is meaningful for you.  Your contributions are invested in an endowment fund that provides a permanent source of funding, allowing you to make an impact now… and forever.

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try chocolate with fruit treats: Brookside, ice creams, rhum, and truffles.  A classic combination, just like Lena and Avery.   Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com messhallpodcast.podbean.com This week's podcast shoutout is going to: TIGHT ENDS Vanda claims she doesn’t know much about football, but she knows a tight end when she sees one. Find out more at tightendspodcast.com The Mess Hall Podcast is happy to have ATB as a sponsor.  We want to tell you about ATB's new podcast - The Future Of. Join Todd Hirsch, ATB’s Vice President and Chief Economist, as he connects with special guests who offer unique and useful perspectives about the future. Explore how our economy and communities can not only brace for change, but embrace the opportunity it creates. From the future of women in business to the changi

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try finger foods, just in time for Super Bowl: cheddar bacon sticks, potato skins, bagel bites, Kung Pao broccoli bites, mac 'n cheese bites, and pizza bites.  Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com messhallpodcast.podbean.com This episode of The Mess Hall Podcast is brought to you by the Calgary Foundation. Whether it’s funding anti-racism programs, addiction recovery, or food hampers for the hungry, for 65 years the Calgary Foundation has proudly supported the charitable community to address some of Calgary’s biggest challenges. Now, during this period of unprecedented urgent needs, Calgary Foundation renewed its commitment to building a healthy, vibrant, giving, caring, and resilient community.  If you’re a registered charity looking for a grant, a professional advisor creating a giving plan for your cl

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try salted caramel products: cheesecake, ice cream mochi, cookie chips, a Moon Pie, and a Caramunchies.  Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com messhallpodcast.podbean.com This week's podcast shout out is going to LIFE WITH DEMENTIA A solutions-driven show sharing relevant research, personal stories, and practical tips for communities surrounding dementia. Find out more at lifewithdementia.ca/podcast The Mess Hall Podcast is happy to have ATB as a sponsor.  We want to tell you about ATB's new podcast - The Future Of. Join Todd Hirsch, ATB’s Vice President and Chief Economist, as he connects with special guests who offer unique and useful perspectives about the future. Explore how our economy and communities can not only brace for change, but embrace the opportunity it creates. From the future of women in

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena tingle their last buds with salt and vinegar: chips, peanuts, potato sticks, and lentils.  We discuss malt vs. white vinegar and sea salt and rock salt vs. table salt.   Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com messhallpodcast.podbean.com This episode of The Mess Hall Podcast is brought to you by the Calgary Foundation. Whether it’s funding anti-racism programs, addiction recovery, or food hampers for the hungry, for 65 years the Calgary Foundation has proudly supported the charitable community to address some of Calgary’s biggest challenges. Now, during this period of unprecedented urgent needs, Calgary Foundation renewed its commitment to building a healthy, vibrant, giving, caring, and resilient community.  If you’re a registered charity looking for a grant, a professional advisor creating a giving plan f

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try peanut butter foods: Reese Chips Ahoy!, soda, and a Reese Outrageous bar.  We also try jam/jelly stuff: pear cardamom jam, jam cookies, and Jaffa cakes.  Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com messhallpodcast.podbean.com This weeks podcast shoutout is going to HEALTHY LIFESTYLE DESIGN A single step can make a positive change in your life. Pamella and her mom Janet discuss how to design a healthy lifestyle. Find it on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/healthy-lifestyle-design/id1057053432    The Mess Hall Podcast is happy to have ATB as a sponsor.  We want to tell you about ATB's new podcast - The Future Of. Join Todd Hirsch, ATB’s Vice President and Chief Economist, as he connects with special guests who offer unique and useful perspectives about the future. Explore how our economy and

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena reminisce about 2020 and realize (1) it was not all bad and (2)it did not start with Covid.  We try cinnamon Kit Kats,  root beer, hopped mead, and cookies and cream dip.  It gets a bit giddy at times and we promise that although a product may smell like burnt hair, it can be delicious! Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com messhallpodcast.podbean.com This episode of The Mess Hall Podcast is brought to you by the Calgary Foundation. Whether it’s funding anti-racism programs, addiction recovery, or food hampers for the hungry, for 65 years the Calgary Foundation has proudly supported the charitable community to address some of Calgary’s biggest challenges. Now, during this period of unprecedented urgent needs, Calgary Foundation renewed its commitment to building a healthy, vibrant, giving, caring, and resi

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try treats they got as gifts: creme de cassis, dried jackfruit, Baileys truffles, mug cake, and mulled wine Simpkins.   Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com messhallpodcast.podbean.com The Mess Hall Podcast is happy to have ATB as a sponsor.  We want to tell you about ATB's new podcast - The Future Of. Join Todd Hirsch, ATB’s Vice President and Chief Economist, as he connects with special guests who offer unique and useful perspectives about the future. Explore how our economy and communities can not only brace for change, but embrace the opportunity it creates. From the future of women in business to the changing nature of work itself, The Future Of helps us understand what’s coming, and what we need to do today to get the tomorrow we want. Featuring two episodes each month, plus bonus episodes, The Futu

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try hot chocolates: plain, Turtle, malted, mushroom, and a chicken-shaped bomb.   Follow us and send a message at: Twitter @themesshallpod Facebook @messhallpodcas Email messhallpodcast@gmail.com messhallpodcast.podbean.com his episode is brought to you by Park Power, a provider of electricity and natural gas in Alberta that offers low rates, awesome service, and profit-sharing with local charities. In Alberta, you get to choose who to buy your energy from. If you choose Park Power, your money stays here. Plus, Park Power shares its profits with local not-for-profits that are working to make a difference for their communities.  Shopping local is very important to Park Power’s owner, Kris Kasawski, and we love local here at the Alberta Podcast Network, so it’s a great fit. Learn more at parkpower.ca he Mess Hall Podcast is happy to have ATB as a sponsor.  We want to tell you abo

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally grown. Community supported. Avery and Lena try Christmas foods: candy cane jelly beans, plum pudding, Turkey stuffing chips, cookies, and Elf-themed coffee creamer.  This weeks podcast shoutouts are going to  The Tight Ends Podcast tightendspodcast.com and Eat More BBQ Podcast eatmorebarbecue.ca This episode of The Mess Hall Podcast is brought to you by the new season of Back to School Again, a podcast about midlife learners. The next season dives into the power of online learning. Find Back to School Again on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also find it at backtoschoolagain.ca