Mess Hall Podcast

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet Locally grown. Community supported.   This week, Lena and Avery try summer treats: ice cream inspired Hershey bars, chipotle truffle Aero, Sour Patch Kids, ice cream and then finished off with a s'more.    This week's show is brought to you in art by ATB. Interested in making a positive impact on your community? ATB Goodness Grows offers a way for Albertans to help and uplift their community at any time. Through Goodness Grows, Albertans can pay it forward by sharing their acts of goodness, and create a chain reaction to inspire others to do the same. Use the hashtag #ATBGoodnessGrows to follow along, get inspired, and join in.    This 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 profit

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet Locally grown. Community supported. This week, Lena and Avery try foods inspired by Fairs and the Stampede.  Pogos, pancakes, cotton candy are a few of the menu items. This 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. Park Power has low overhead, and chances are you’ll save money if you switch.  You can find out how much money you would save by visiting parkpower.ca and plugging your numbers into the Alberta Energy Savings Calculator. If you decide to switch, it’s easy. Nothing changes about your service — only the price you pay. Learn more at parkpower.ca This episode of The Mess Hall Podcast is brought to you by World on Fire, a new podcast from CBC Edmonton. World on Fire is a new five-part series that takes you to the front lines of out of control wildfires in

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet Locally grown. Community supported. This week Lena and Avery try a bunch of weird sodas: pickle, cake, and maple to name a few. This weeks podcast shout out 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 This week's show is brought to you in part from our friends at ATB.  How are you creating goodness for those around you? In times like these, ATB Goodness Grows offers a way to create a chain reaction of goodness across Alberta. ATB is here to help and uplift, and tap into the positive power of being there for one another through something as simple as a smile. Use the hashtag #ATBGoodnessGrows to follow along, get inspired, and join in on the action.

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet Locally grown. Community supported. This week Lena and Avery try some sweet honey treats! Raw honey, mead, spicy mead jelly and some other great treats.  This week's show is brought to you in part from our friends at ATB.  I want to talk to you about a new initiative from our friends at ATB, called ATB Goodness Grows. #ATBGoodnessGrows is an initiative that motivates Albertans to bring joyful moments to others. We’re all adjusting to being disconnected from the places, people and experiences we love...so making someone laugh, or bringing a smile to their day, has never been more needed or more powerful. From livestreams connecting business owners, to new and fun ways to celebrate things like Father’s Day, ATB hopes to inspire Albertans to keep the goodness growing! To find out more, or to get involved, visit atb.com/covid-19/community   This episode is brought to you by Park Power, a provider of electricity and natural gas in Alberta that offers low

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena sample fun candy from a local candy shop. Mexican candy, Pop Rocks (yes, again and yes, we giggled just as hard as other times), and Juicy Pop are some of the things we tried. Thanks to Gummi Boutique this week for helping us out with this weeks mystery box. Find them at  205 10 St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1V5. gummiboutique.ca This weeks podcast shoutout is going to FOR KICKS. Jessica and Katie follow the Canadian women's national soccer team, the under-20 and under-17 teams, plus other women's soccer news. Find out more at forkickspodcast.com With Pod Power, ATB is making it possible for us to amplify the voices of Albertans and Alberta podcasters. This episode, we’re giving a Pod Power shout out to: BOOK WOMEN Book Women is a podcast about editing, publishing, and writing Indigenous stories.  Hosts Tanya Ball, Sheila Laroque, and Kayla Lar-Son are three Métis librarians representing nations from across

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena try 8 different Voortman cookies this week! Wafers, sugar free and turnovers.  With Pod Power, ATB is making it possible for us to amplify the voices of Albertans and Alberta podcasters. This episode, we’re giving a Pod Power shout out to: ALBERTA QUEER CALENDAR PROJECT The Alberta Queer Calendar Project features monthly Podcast Dramas by queer, Albertan writers throughout 2020.  Episodes are released monthly, and are free to access anywhere you get your podcasts.  Listen and learn more about the Alberta Queer Calendar presented by Cardiac Theatre, in partnership with What It Is Productions, at www.queercalendar.ca This episode is also brought to you by World on Fire, a new podcast from CBC Edmonton. World on Fire is a new five-part series that takes you to the front lines of out of control wildfires in Canada, Australia, and California.  Recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic, hosts Adrienne Lamb and Mi

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena try the second half of their retro candy box, then open another candy box!  Wax treats, lollipops, violet gum and chocolate cherries are tried. A special Shoutout to Jodi Turner for helping us out this week with all of our candy, find her at: Yummy Co Retro Candy Shoppe Crossroads Farmers Market 1235-26th Avenue SE Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2G 1R7 1-403-279-YUMM (9866) This week's podcast shoutout is going to   I DON’T GET IT An award-winning podcast that offers a critical perspective on performances of all kinds. Hosted by Fawnda Mithrush and Paul Blinov, produced by Andrew Paul. Find out more at idontgetityeg.com This 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.

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena review Maynard's candy with Tyler and Monk of Super Fast Movie Reviews. Sour Patch Kids, Fuzzy Peaches, Cherry Blasters, and Gummy Bears are a few of the many candy tested. Make sure you check out Tyler and Monks Super Fast Movie Reviews on Facebook @monkandtylerssuperfastmoviereviews or on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgsyVit9SBDAXNz-0_gj_rw  This episode is brought to you by Storylines, a podcast from Women in Film and Television Alberta. Storylines highlights some of our province’s most successful women in film and television, both behind the camera and in front of it. Host Sheena Rossiter is herself a filmmaker, and she has had some deep and instructive conversations with trailblazers and experts in the field. Find Storylines on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also find it at www.wifta.ca With Pod Power, ATB is making it possible for us to amplify the

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena try retro candy:  Pop Rocks, Pixy Stix, Fun Dip, Tart 'N Tinys, gums, sugar stick, and Flying Saucers. A special Shoutout to Jodi Turner for helping us out this week with all of our candy, find her at: Yummy Co Retro Candy Shoppe Crossroads Farmers Market 1235-26th Avenue SE Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2G 1R7 1-403-279-YUMM (9866) This week's podcast shout out is going to: BOLLYWOOD IS FOR LOVERS Matt Bowes and Erin Fraser explore the world of Hindi cinema through the lens of two Canadian cinephiles. Find out more at bollywoodisforlovers.tumblr.com Park Power is a small local business, and like many of you, it has been closely monitoring the news on COVID-19 and the world’s rapidly changing circumstances.  Converting to a remote office format means the way Park Power does business may change for a while, but their commitment to exceptional customer service will remain.  Find out more about Park Powe

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena try 8 different chocolate bars: chewy, classic, and specialty editions are tested.  This week's podcast shout out is going to  REPODCASTING Janet and Lucia recast your favourite (and not-so-favourite) movies. They also cast Tony Danza, because why not? find out more at repodcasting.blubrry.net Park Power is a small local business, and like many of you, it has been closely monitoring the news on COVID-19 and the world’s rapidly changing circumstances.  Converting to a remote office format means the way Park Power does business may change for a while, but their commitment to exceptional customer service will remain.  Find out more about Park Power's response to the COVID-19 outbreak at parkpower.ca

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena try Italian snacks again; this time we have chocolate! Then we open a box of fun candy from Yummy Co. All the Snacks for this show come from Lina's Italian Market & Cafe.  Lina's Italian Market & Cafe 2202 Centre St NE Calgary, Alberta Park Power is a small local business, and like many of you, it has been closely monitoring the news on COVID-19 and the world’s rapidly changing circumstances.  Converting to a remote office format means the way Park Power does business may change for a while, but their commitment to exceptional customer service will remain.  Find out more about Park Power's response to the COVID-19 outbreak at parkpower.ca   This episode is brought to you by Storylines, a podcast from Women in Film and Television Alberta. Storylines highlights some of our province’s most successful women in film and television, both behind the camera and in front of it. Host Sheena Rossiter is

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena try Italian snacks: chips and cookies! These just may be the most sophisticated food they have tried on air. All the Snacks for this show come from Lina's Italian Market & Cafe.  Lina's Italian Market & Cafe 2202 Centre St NE Calgary, Alberta This week's podcast shout out is going to Cross-polliNation Combining different fields, knowledge & talents to create something new. find out more at http://ec2-3-91-207-75.compute-1.amazonaws.com  This episode of The Mess Hall Podcast is brought to you by Back to School Again, a podcast about midlife learners. The next season, presented in partnership with Athabasca University, highlights the power of online learning. Host Katrina Ingram interviews guests about how the internet has transformed education, the role of micro-learning and micro-credentialing, and a new course offering called PowerEd. She will also share what she’s learned from a PowerE

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena try 3 random snacks then interview 3 of the hosts from That's Food.  With Pod Power, ATB is making it possible for us to amplify the voices of Albertans and Alberta podcasters. This episode, we’re giving a Pod Power shout out to: THAT’S FOOD That’s Food, a new podcast from CJSR - Edmonton's campus and community radio station. That’s Food explores the back story of food in Edmonton, one meal at a time. It’s handmade with love by University of Alberta students. You can listen to That's Food on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download podcasts. You can also find it at thatsfood.transistor.fm Park Power is a small local business, and like many of you, it has been closely monitoring the news on COVID-19 and the world’s rapidly changing circumstances.  Converting to a remote office format means the way Park Power does business may change for a while, but their commitment to exceptional customer servi

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena try Turkish snacks...again.  This time, there are crackers, gum, and several chocolate treats.  Discover what may just be the worst thing we ever had on the podcast! This weeks podcast shoutout is going to  EAT MORE BARBECUE Ryan Sanderson promotes and fosters barbecue culture in Alberta with this weekly interview show about the BBQ life. Find to more at eatmorebarbecue.ca With Pod Power, ATB is making it possible for us to amplify the voices of Albertans and Alberta podcasters. This episode, we’re giving a Pod Power shout out to: THE SHARED MIC The Shared Mic is Edmonton’s first unscripted, intergenerational podcast. The show connects two people of different ages and stages to interview each other about shared life experiences. It’s hosted by Age Friendly Edmonton, a partnership between the City of Edmonton and the Edmonton Seniors Coordinating Council. Find The Shared Mic wherever you get your

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena are joined by Danny and Pam Harvie to talk about and try different pastries including Rice Crispy Treats, various Vachon pastries, and Twinkies.  Lots of laughs ensue as we "meet up" with old friends over Zoom. With Pod Power, ATB is making it possible for us to amplify the voices of Albertans and Alberta podcasters. This episode, we’re giving a Pod Power shout out to: YOURFOREST YourForest is a podcast about the natural world. Hear stories about the environment, renewable resources, conservation, forestry, hunting, fishing, and more. This is a podcast for those who cannot live without the joys and wonders of all wild things. Find YourForest wherever you get your podcasts, or at yourforestpodcast.com Park Power is a small local business, and like many of you, it has been closely monitoring the news on COVID-19 and the world’s rapidly changing circumstances.  Converting to a remote office format means th

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena try Turkish Snacks, both salty and sweet from the Eti Company. This weeks podcast shout out is going to:   CALGARY CULTURE: THE PERSPECTIVES YYC PODCAST David Youn of Perspectives YYC interviews artists and creative people in Calgary. Find out more at www.perspectivesyyc.com/podcast This episode of The Mess Hall Podcast is brought to you by Back to School Again, a podcast about midlife learners. The next season, presented in partnership with Athabasca University, highlights the power of online learning. Host Katrina Ingram interviews guests about how the internet has transformed education, the role of micro-learning and micro-credentialing, and a new course offering called PowerEd. She will also share what she’s learned from a PowerEd course on the business applications of machine learning.  Find Back to School Again on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also fi

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena try six plant-based meats from The Very Good Butchers and discuss the history of meat analogues.  With Pod Power, ATB is making it possible for us to amplify the voices of Albertans and Alberta podcasters. This episode, we’re giving a Pod Power shout out to: LET’S GET LIT LET’S GET LIT is a poetry podcast presented by the Writers Guild of Alberta.  In each episode, hosts Rayanne Haines and Matthew Stepanic interview poets based in Alberta and Western Canada about the power of poetry to support and promote arts and literacy.  They also enjoy a glass of wine, chosen to match the poet's personality and style, while learning more about each poet and asking why poetry matters.  You can listen to Let’s Get Lit on Audioboom, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find out more at writersguild.ca Park Power is a small local business, and like many of you, it has been closely monitoring the news on COVID-19 and the

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena try Blueberry Cheerios, Kisses cereal and Shreddies with Granola. Then we  open a box of Turkish snacks. With Pod Power, ATB is making it possible for us to amplify the voices of Albertans and Alberta podcasters. This episode, we’re giving a Pod Power shout out to: A TALE OF TWO WEEKLIES A Tale of Two Weeklies is a documentary podcast series that digs into the rise and fall of Edmonton’s SEE Magazine and Vue Weekly, two alt-weeklies engaged in a newspaper war that neither survived.  You can find A Tale of Two Weeklies wherever pods are cast, or visit taleoftwoweeklies.blubrry.net This episode of The Mess Hall Podcast is brought to you by NorthwestFest, Canada’s longest running non-fiction film festival. NorthwestFest can’t happen in a movie theatre this year, but the show must go on, and it will! From May 8th to the 17th, Alberta residents can stream a selection of outstanding documentary films to their

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena team up with Josh And Grayson from Epic Podcast for Emergency Preparedness Week.  We try IMPs, freeze dried foods, and things scrounged up.  This weeks podcast shout out is going to: EPIC PODCAST - EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS IN CANADA An educational podcast aimed at emergency managers of all levels, hosted by Dr. Josh Bezanson and Grayson Cockett. Find out more at epicpodcast.ca The EPIC Podcast is also on Twitter @EPIC__Podcast With Pod Power, ATB is making it possible for us to amplify the voices of Albertans and Alberta podcasters. This episode, we’re giving a Pod Power shout out to: WHAT ON EARTH CAN WE DO? WHAT ON EARTH CAN WE DO? is a podcast produced by the Alberta Emerald Foundation.  In this annual series, hosts Colleen and Gregory chat with Alberta’s environmental leaders about hot topics like food waste, reusing and recycling, and more.  While tackling ecological challenges as individuals

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial. Today Avery and Lena return to Mexican candy from their Mexican snack box.  Tamarind, gooey, and spicy are all explored.   This episode is brought to you by INVENTURES UNBOUND, the ultimate platform for innovators, investors and industry to share, inspire and interconnect virtually. Even in these times of distancing, connection and innovation are more important than ever. Inventures Unbound is brought to you by Alberta Innovates to ensure that innovators have opportunities to connect with ideas, investors and industries -- from within our borders and reaching far beyond. Join the launch of a virtual community with live-stream events June 3rd and 4th. The opening keynote is renowned neuroscientist Tali Sharot , who will speak on how innovators and investors can harness optimism and vastly improve their decision-making skills. Other topics due for a deep dive will include, Smarter Cities, Vibrant Communities; Healthier Living