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Wish We Never MetIs Tyra Banks ok?! (And Dan's dating life...also not ok!)Is Tyra Banks Ok?! That's the question co-hosts Amy and Dan ask each other this week before diving into Dan's dating life (very sad!), holiday drinks, and more!THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! When in an active season, new episodes are released every Thursday afternoon.Give this new podcast some love by clicking "follow" on Spotify or Apple, and consider leaving a 5-star review too!FOLLOW the podcast on social media - @wishwenevermetpodcastEmail us at wishwenevermetpodcast@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from YOU!
2025-12-1928 minWish We Never MetTami Neilson, Snap, Crackle and Pop...and Amy and DanDan Clapson and Amy Hef are basking in the glow (and event-related stress) of the holiday season, after enjoying some up-and-coming musical talent during Blue Jay Sessions: Holiday Edition.Amy's music did NOT wind up on Dan's Spotify Wrapped for 2026, which is...awkward, but regardless, Dan's Wrapped playlist is a real journey, that's for sure.We' also reshare our Tami Neilson interview from a few months back. The wildly-talented and acclaimed singer shares quite a hilarious tale of performing in her pajamas with Johnny Cash.Last, but not least, the co-hosts chat a...
2025-12-0548 minWish We Never MetDan 'Wicked' shames Amy, and a "Wish I Never..." rapid fireThey're baaaack. After a summer and fall break, Amy and Dan return for a second season of WWNM and are as feisty with one another as ever.Before jumping into a "Wish I Never..." rapid fire game, Dan shames Amy about still not seeing 'Wicked', with the second film just over a week away from premiering.Amy talks a bit about her disinterest of the musical, but rbounds with her love of No Doubt by way of her recent "Hella Good" cover where she shows off some drumming skills too!THANK YOU...
2025-11-1328 minWish We Never MetDan being awkward in public and Mariya StokesWish We Never Met singer Mariya Stokes? Listen to the new WWNM and find out!ALSO, Stampede season is UPON US! Use the code WISHWENEVERMET to save 25%-40% on your Cowboys Music Festival tickets from now until July 3, 2025!How awkward is it when you introduce yourself to someone and say they say they've already met you? Pretty awkward!Amy and Dan chat about Tim The Tank (big fans!), being socially uncomfortable in crowds, Renee Rapp's new bop and a lot more before guest Mariya Stokes pops by for a fun chat.
2025-06-2640 minWish We Never MetExplaining Pride season to straight people and much more!Stampede season is UPON US! Use the code WISHWENEVERMET to save 25%-40% on your Cowboys Music Festival tickets from now until July 3, 2025! (Listen to the latest WWNM episode for more details!)Today, the co-hosts chat about everything from the importance of Pride Season and how far we've come as a country in terms of diversity and acceptance. From there, it's back to the jokes, and the realization that both Amy and Dan are exactly the same on social media as they are in real life. (Not sure if that's good or bad?)This and...
2025-06-2030 minWish We Never Met[ICYMI] Amy plays Country Thunder and Dan does nothingThis episode originally aired on Feb. 27, 2025. Philanthropist and independent music advocate Craig Senyk pops by to surprise Amy with a VERY COOL summer music festival performance opportunitiy where she will open for Clint Black and Riley Green at Country Thunder!After Dan tells quite the tale of being shut down by girls in high school "before he was gay". Was he ever not gay?!THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! New episodes released every Thursday afternoon, and make sure to use the code WISHWENEVERMET to save 15% at FitKitchen.ca!Give this new...
2025-06-1323 minWish We Never MetSinger Shantaia pops by and Amy meets Lily TomlinWish We Never Met rising country star Shantaia? Listen to this WWNM episode and find out!Before the singer joins the conversation, Amy and Dan discuss the disappointment of hard-boiled eggs that don't peel properly (Dan), meeting Lily Tomlin recently in LA (Amy), and the new RTD/canned cocktail trend of juice-based drinks.Shantaia is the first guest to join the co-hosts in person in Dan's basement (lucky!), but is happy to chat about everything from her career evolution, her new single with the Hunter Brothers, why she's excited to tour, and a lot more.
2025-06-0636 minWish We Never MetAmy's oddly long torso and the iconic Karla MarxWish We Never Met comedian extraordinaire Karla Marx? Seeing as it's her second time on WWNM, we think not!The hilarious drag queen pops by to chat with Amy and Dan about her sophomore comedy album Fruity, her upcoming hosting gig with the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival in Edmonton and a lot more.Amy and Dan also discuss their good friends' elopement to Banff, Amy's oddly long torso and so, so much more!THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! New episodes released every Thursday afternoon.Give this new podcast...
2025-05-3053 minWish We Never MetIs Celine Dion's new look inspired by Amy Hef?"Just because you cut your hair short doesn't mean you're gay, but..." - Amy re: Celine Dion's new look which bears a STRIKING resemblance for Amy's music promo shots from 10+ years ago.Coincidence? We think not. ;)Aside from that, the two discuss Dan's bizarre Instagram algorithm, collecting vintage fast-food glassware from the 80s, wigs in Hollywood and much more!THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! New episodes released every Thursday afternoon.Give this new podcast some love by clicking "follow" on Spotify or Apple, and consider leaving a 5-star r...
2025-05-2332 minWish We Never MetDan's shtick and Clayton Bellamy gets held at gunpointWish We Never Met singer Clayton Bellamy? Listen to the new WWNM episode and find out!The singer joins Amy and Dan to share a slightly scary "Wish I Never..." story before chatting about the upcoming album from The Road Hammers, his new record label, his Tom Petty tribute show and a lot more.Dan's "stuck" in Vancouver for work and lost his microphone set-up, so it's clear he needs some R&R while Amy has never been happier with Dan so far away from her.THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never M...
2025-05-1648 minWish We Never Met[ICYMI] Dan pees his pants and Amy tries online gambling[ICYMI] This episode originally aired Feb. 21, 2025. If you missed it, be prepared to laugh!Dan explains how he wound up fainting and peeing his pants during a recent Botox appointment. (Luckily, Amy was there to witness the magic!)There's nowhere to go but up from that story, but Amy does try to up the ante by talking about her experience with online gambling and sports betting.Then Jade Turner joins to share a "Wish I Never..." story and to chat about her recently-released album Breathe, which is getting rave reviews across the country.
2025-05-1038 minWish We Never MetGrandma's Kool-Aid, old headshots and new hairFrom Dan eying Turkey for a hair transplant to Amy being a support person for a friend's boob job, this episode comes in real hot!From there, the two talk about how good (classic) Kool-Aid is hard to find these days (but Dan found it!), and how Amy's grandma made THE best Kool-Aid in Saskatchewan in the 90s. Next, there's discussion of old headshots and Amy's cool recent live studio performance in Calgary...and a lot more too!THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! New episodes released every Thursday.Give this n...
2025-05-0225 minWish We Never MetRobyn Ottolini, sharks, and gay dinosaursWish We Never Met country star Robyn Ottolini? Listen to the new WWNM to find out!One of Canadian country music's most familiar faces joins Amy and Dan to share a "Wish I Never..." story about curry gone wrong in Thailand before chatting about her new music, love of sharks and so much more. Make sure to stream her latest song "In a Small Town" if you know what's good for ya!To co-hosts also discuss the just-announced 10 Things I Hate About You musical that's in development with Carly Rae Jepsen and Lena Dunham, the VERY...
2025-04-2542 minWish We Never MetMeeting Katharine McPhee, Boop! The Musical and Dan's viral TikTokWhat are the odds both Dan and Amy have had interactions with the iconic Katharine McPhee?Before the episode gets to that story, it's impossible to not discuss the all-female space adventure that Katy Perry was a part of this week. The satirical TikToks focused on Perry were especially hilarious.Dan talks a bit about his recent viral(ish) TikTok about the Fairmont Royal York---where he met Katharine McPhee and David Foster in the lobby bar a few years back. Speaking of Foster, he's done the music for the new buzzworth Betty Boop musical that Dan...
2025-04-1728 minWish We Never MetOlive Garden, 'Striptease', and catholic school in the 90sAmy and Dan miss the 90s for many reasons. From weird pop culture rumours that couldn't be easily vetted to the years when Red Lobster was the red-hot spot, AND gay awakenings a la Demi Moore in 'Striptease' (Amy).With Dan's TikTok starting to get some traction, he's finally experiencing the blackhole that is bizarre TikTok video comments. Trolls keep things interesting, right?Last, but not least, they talk Catholic school, christian youth groups and how to deal with SSA!THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! New episodes released every Thursday a...
2025-04-1030 minWish We Never MetVancouver's food scene, the Buffy reboot, and Mitch ZornWish We Never Met country singer Mitch Zorn? Listen to the new WWNM and find out!The Sirius XM Top of the Country semi-finalist joins Amy and Dan to share a funny "Wish I Never..." travel tale before chatting about being from the Okanagan, performing across BC, and why he's excited about the national country music competition.Dan and Amy recount the highlights of their trip to Vancouver for JUNO Awards festivities including meeting the fabulous Tara Nova of Canada's Drag Race, and dining at new spots like the buzzworthy ELEM and the charming Jak Nok.
2025-04-0345 minWish We Never MetCanada's Got Talent, Dan does not, and Mariah Carey in VegasIn honour of Canada's Got Talent premiering this week, Amy forces Dan to explain why he tried out for Canadian Idol 10+ times in the mid-2000s. :$The only thing more embarrassing than that, this week anyway, has to be the videos that have surfaced of Mariah Carey's lacklustre Vegas residency. Amy also shares an unepected story tied to Mariah and explains why some performers' voices become less powerful over time.THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! New episodes released every Thursday afternoon.Give this new podcast some love by clicking "follow" o...
2025-03-2030 minWish We Never MetSinger Don Amero, beef tallow face cream, and band-aidsWish We Never Met country singer Don Amero? Listen to WWNM and find out!Don shares a funny "Wish I never..." story with Amy and Dan tied to his high school football days, before discussing his new EP Broken Record, Pt. 1 - Heart, and why he's excited for his upcoming tour in Alberta and Saskatchewan.Before all that, Dan feels compelled to promote Jessica Simpson's new music before pondering the grossness of band-aids. Amy shares a new face cream she's been using made of beef tallow and other, um, unique-yet-natural ingredients. Never a dull moment in...
2025-03-1348 minWish We Never MetCheersing to Canada and all of its charm! ELBOWS UP!Oh CANADA...Wish We Never Met co-hosts Amy and Dan are so proud to be in you, it's not even funny! (Alright, maybe it's a little funny.)The two discuss all things Canadiana on this episode starting with a brand-new non-alch drink line on the market called Clink, which is produced in the Calgary area. So refreshing!Use the code WWNM10 at checkout and save 10% on your orders until the end of March 2025!From tales of memorable encounters with Canadian icons Kim Mitchell and k.d. lang to...
2025-03-0727 minWish We Never MetStriking out in high school, and Craig Senyk surprises AmyWish We Never Met philanthropist and independent music advocate Craig Senyk? Listen to the new WWNM and find out!After Dan tells quite the tale of being shut down by girls in high school "before he was gay", guest Craig Senyk pops on unexpectedly to help Dan surprise Amy with a VERY COOL summer music festival performance opportunitiy where she will open for Clint Black and Riley Green. They almost make Amy cry...almost!THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! New episodes released every Thursday afternoon, and make sure to use the code W...
2025-02-2823 minWish We Never MetCountry singer Jade Turner, Botox and Dan pees his pantsWish We Never Met country singer Jade Turner? Listen to the new WWNM to find out!First things first, Dan explains how he wound up fainting and peeing his pants during a recent Botox appointment. (Luckily, Amy was there to witness the magic!)There's nowhere to go but up from that story, but Amy does try to up the ante by talking about her experience with online gambling and sports betting. Responsibly, of course!Then Jade Turner joins to share a "Wish I Never..."...
2025-02-2138 minWish We Never MetLauren Toyota, looking for a segue, and Dan gets deportedWish We Never Met food celeb and author Lauren Toyota? Listen to the new WWNM and find out!The best-selling cookbook author and mastermind behind the YouTube channel Hot For Food joins Amy and Dan to chat all about her new feature menu items with Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar and how she's seen the world embrace plant-based eats over the past 10+ years.From there, Amy chats about the perils of having sick two year olds (foot and mouth disease makin' the rounds...
2025-02-1446 minWish We Never MetHating winter, buying Canadian, and Lady Gaga idiomsWinter temps got you down? Let Amy and Dan warm you up in this new episode of Wish We Never Met!To speak generally, it has been COLD across Canada as of late, and the co-hosts are feeling it. Do weird things happen when it's dark and chilly? Next, tariffs are on the tips of all tongues this week, the co-hosts discuss Canadians' renewed interest in shopping Canadian and how people can use simple math to be better grocery shoppers.In addition to that, Amy recounts getting splashed...
2025-02-0733 minWish We Never MetWhen children bite, bad Tinder dates, and Russell BroomWish We Nevet Met JUNO-winning producer Russell Broom? Listen to the new WWNM episode and find out!Before Russell Broom joins Amy and Dan to talk about his work as a Calgary-based producer (including the new Jann Arden album Mixtape), the co-hosts discuss an especially bad Tinder date Dan went on lately, Trixie Mattel, and ponder why Amy's twins are in their "biting phase".THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! New episodes released every Thursday afternoon.Give this new podcast some love...
2025-01-3147 minWish We Never MetAwkward eye contact, eating dry pasta, and moreWish We Never Met is back with its first new weekly episode of 2025 for your yearning ears!A lot has happened since co-hosts Amy and Dan last recorded together in late 2024. From broken and sprained ankles to chowing down on dry pasta (is that normal?) and pondering if prolonged, direct eye contact between strangers is the path to true love, there are plenty of laughs this episode.THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! New episodes released every Thursday afternoon.
2025-01-2429 minWish We Never Met[ICYMI] Dance music icon Simone DennyIn case you missed it, we're revisiting our interview with the iconic dance music diva, Simone Denny! Since this episode aired, Denny appeared on Canada's Drag Race as a vocal coach and guest judge and went on tour in Europe.Simone shares a "Wish I Never..." story with Amy and Dan that will make you think twice about shaving your legs right before going into the ocean. :$THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! New episodes will be released weekly again starting Jan. 23, 2025.
2025-01-1732 minWish We Never Met[ICYMI] Alan Shane Lewis of 'The Great Canadian Baking Show'In case you missed it, we're revisiting our hilarious convo with Alan Shane Lewis, comedian and co-host of The Great Canadian Baking Show.Alan shares QUITE the "Wish I Never..." story (which involves being backstage at SNL with Paul Rudd!) before chatting with Amy and Dan about his deep-rooted love of The Simpsons, being a proud cat dad, GCBS and more.THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! New episodes will be released weekly again starting Jan. 23, 2025.Give this new podcast s...
2025-01-0940 minWish We Never Met[ICYMI] Drag queen and comedian Karla MarxICYMI, we're revisiting our fun episode with drag queen, comedian, and activist Karla Marx—who was recently celebrated as one of the "Compelling Calgarians" to watch in 2025 by the Clagary Herald.Co-hosts Amy and Dan haven't gotten much funnier since Karla gave them her stand-up advice last year, so we'll make their improved wit our 2025 podcast resolution! ;)THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! New episodes will be released weekly again starting Jan. 23, 2025. Happy holidays!Give this new podcast som...
2025-01-0239 minWish We Never MetMairlyn Smith and favourite "Wish I Never..." stories of 2024Wish We Nevet Met? Listen to the final WWNM episode of 2024 to find out! Amy and Dan recount their six favourite "Wish I Never..." stories of the year which include tales from past guests like Alyssa Reid, Phil Burke, and Hailey Benedict.Mairlyn Smith also calls in to share her "Wish I Never..." story since she didn't get to the first time around when she was the first guest on the podcast back in June.THANK YOU for listening to Wish We N...
2024-12-2036 minWish We Never MetSinger Steven Lee Olsen, Santa, and quirky holiday traditionsWish We Never Met chart-topping country singer Steven Lee Olsen? Listen to the new WWNM episode and find out!The household name in the country music scene, devoted Leafs fan, and all ‘round nice guy, joins Amy and Dan to share a “Wish I Never…” story about Jason Derulo before diving into his star-studded musical resume, why he moved back to Ontario from Nashville, and more. The platinum-certified artist will be kicking off his first headlining (and coast-to-coast!) tour, Country Night in Canada, on Jan. 15 with Vancouver...
2024-12-1343 minWish We Never MetMelinda Verga, The Wizard of Oz adult film and holiday moviesWish We Never Met drag queen Melinda Verga? Listen to this WWNM episode and find out!The break-out star of Canada’s Drag Race Season 4 and The Traitors Canada joins Amy and Dan to share a “Wish I Never…” story about broken bones before chatting about everything from reality TV drama, the art of drag, the importance of inclusive business practices and more.Dan isn’t allowed to talk about Wicked (because everyone already is), so instead he breaks the news to Amy that t...
2024-12-0650 minWish We Never MetTop Chef Canada judge Mijune Pak, Xanax on airplanes and moreWish We Never Met Top Chef Canada judge Mijune Pak? Listen to the new WWNM episode and find out!(Make sure to listen to this episode to take advantage of two great holiday season promotions in the Calgary area!)With Season 11 of Top Chef Canada wrapping in early December, Pak joins Amy and Dan to chat a bit about the show, but first, she shares a “Wish I Never…” story that has to do with Martha Stewart.The...
2024-11-2956 minWish We Never MetCountry star Madeline Merlo, bad tattoos, and holiday tunesWish We Never Met singer Madeline Merlo? Listen to the new episode of WWNM to find out!The CCMA-Award winning performer and chart-topping songwriter joins Amy and Dan to share a “Wish I Never…” story about her one regrettable tattoo, before discussing her recent Opry debut, how challenging a move to Nashville is for a Canadian artist, and a lot more.Merlo’s new EP ONE HOUSE DOWN (from the girl next door) is out now and trust the co-hosts when the...
2024-11-2136 minWish We Never MetThe magic of Whistler, Jason Priestly, and makeshift porta pottiesWish We Never Met,er, Went to Whistler? Absolutely not because it's one of the best mountain towns in the world! On the new episode of WWNM, Amy and Dan are chatting live on location from the Fairmont Chateau Whistler during the town’s famed food and wine festival, Whistler Cornucopia.Aside from experiencing a wine dinner hosted by Jason Priestly, and possibly scaring the famous actor, Dan chronicles the magic to be found in Whistler’s small-but-mighty food scene. (And if you haven’t been...
2024-11-1422 minWish We Never MetCrappy charcuterie, Jason Segel jaywalking, and Amy WinehouseWish We Never Met each other? The answer is YES, but still listen to this WWNM episode anyway.Starting things off with a cheers, Amy and Dan try the new(ish) Inversion Nitro Cocktails to surprising results, before chatting about Mailroom Vodka’s unique approach to marketing and bottle design.With the recent streaming release of the Amy Winehouse film Back to Black, the co-hosts chat a bit about the one-of-a-kind singer’s rise to fame and sad demise. The conv...
2024-11-0733 minWish We Never MetSinger Alyssa Reid, dolphins, and fake crab meat tooWish We Never Met chart-topping singer Alyssa Reid? Listen to this WWNM episode and find out!With big, BIG hits like “Alone Again”, “Satisfaction Guaranteed” and “Dangerous”, Alyssa Reid is one of the most recognizable voices in the Canadian pop music. The chart-topping singer shares a dolphin-centric “Wish I Never…” story with Amy and Dan that you must hear. (And you may never be the same.)From there, Reid talks about being back on tour across Canada, with her final show in her hometo...
2024-10-3140 minWish We Never MetMuppets vs. Sesame Street Puppets, and TV host Alan Shane Lewis!Wish We Never Met comedian and TV host Alan Shane Lewis? Listen to this episode of WWNM and find out!The Great Canadian Baking Show co-host joins Amy and Dan to talk about his love of The Simpsons, his interesting career arc that includes success as a comedian, writer, and TV personality, and a lot more.His “Wish I Never…” story has ties to SNL and Paul Rudd. It’s hilariously awkward, and you’ve gotta hear it!The co-hosts al...
2024-10-2540 minWish We Never MetWhite Claws are out, Happy Dads are in, and we love Kim StockwoodWish We Never Met Amy and Dan? You bet! Here’s what’s on the agenda for this episode of WWNM:Are White Claws (finally) out? The co-hosts say yes—while sipping on some refreshing Happy Dads (not sponsored, but they wish!)Having a favourite kid out of all of your friends’ offspring is not something everyone is willing to admit, but Dan has no qualms about it after a recent trip home to Saskatoon.Lastly, there’s a lot of great Canadian music out lately including...
2024-10-1828 minWish We Never MetSpinach salad IS the worst salad, and the magic of Kue VaroWish We Never Met art rocker Kue Varo? You’ll need to listen to the new episode of WWNM to find out!Before co-hosts Dan and Amy dive into all things pleasantries, witchcraft, and music-making with the award-winning performer Kue Varo, they discuss one of life’s biggest disappointments: spinach salad.Why IS spinach salad THE worst? (Lots to unpack here.)Amy takes a hard left from salad talk to her thoughts on Disneyland and Disney adults. Is Dan a Disn...
2024-10-1040 minWish We Never MetRaccoons, celeb drag queens, and TV host Ann Pornel too!Wish We Never Met TV host and comedian Ann Pornel? Listen to the new episode of WWNM to find out!Before the hilarious co-host of The Great Canadian Baking Show joins Amy and Dan to share her "Wish I never..." story (waterfalls and cliffs, oh my!), the duo talk a bit about celebrity drag queens like Bob the Drag Queen and Laila McQueen and how far the drag industry has come in the past 10+ years. As well, Amy shares a farily horrific stomach flu story that w...
2024-10-0343 minWish We Never MetWasps, waspy people, accents and Michael Kaeshammer too!Wish We Never Met wasps? WHO DOESN'T?! Here's what's on the agenda for this episode of WWNM:JUNO-Award-winning jazz pianist and vocalist Michael Kaeshammer joins Amy and Dan to chat about the new season of his music-meets-food TV series Kaeshammer's Kitchen, touring around the world, and why there's much to love about living on Vancouver Island.The co-hosts also discuss the world's collective hatred for wasps (and waspy people!), and ponder why wasps were so bad in Canada these past few weeks. (Amy even got stung while performing a...
2024-09-2734 minWish We Never Met[ICYMI] Country singer Hailey Benedict on anthem singing and more!ICYMI, we're revisting our chat with country singer Hailey Benedict! Since appearing on Wish We Never Met in the summertime, Hailey has signed an international record deal with Big Loud. From rising star to bonafide star, and Amy and Dan are SO PROUD of the Alberta-born singer!THANK YOU for listening to this episode of Wish We Never Met! New episodes are released every Thursday at 4PM.Give this new podcast some love by clicking "follow" on Spotify or Apple, and consider le...
2024-09-2036 minWish We Never MetActor Phil Burke on love...and regrets (and the CCMA Awards too!)Wish We Never Met actor Phil Burke? Listen to the new WWNM episode to find out!The multi-faceted actor and producer joins Amy and Dan from Toronto (taking a break from the TIFF whirlwind) to share a “Wish I never texted…” tale before chatting about his past work on the acclaimed series Hell on Wheels—where he met Amy—and how transitioning into the role of a producer is an exciting evolution for a professional actor.With the Canadian Country Music Awards currently...
2024-09-1336 minWish We Never MetSimone Denny, Blue Jay Sessions and turning 40 too!Wish We Never Met dance diva Simone Denny? Listen to the latest WWNM episode to find out!Dan and Amy are joined by the iconic chart-topping dance vocalist Simone Denny (best known for her time with Love Inc. and hits "Superstar" and Broken Bones"), who shares a "Wish I Never..." story about the ocean. Uh oh!Denny also opens up about just how cool MuchMusic's Electric Circus was back in the day, as well as how her most iconic songs have taken her all around the globe, and...
2024-09-0532 minWish We Never MetFacetune problems and how Dan became a food writer (and toupées too!)Wish We Never Met each other? ALWAYS! (But listen to the new WWNM episode anyway.)It’s been quite the week for Amy Hef and Dan Clapson and their schedules show no sign of slowing down until the end of September. Still, the two take time to spar on-air and discuss everything from being hit on by bartenders (it’s rare, but it happens!), new hair systems vs. going to Turkey for “the works”, the problem with Facetune and more.Amy also puts Dan in the hot seat...
2024-08-2930 minWish We Never MetThe upside of funerals and walkie-talkies (and Jeff Dick too!)We Wish Never Met Jeff Dick of The Prairie States? Listen to the new WWNM episode and find out!The CCMA Award-nominated musician chats about his band's growth over the past few years and 2024 award nomination, but first he shares a “Wish I Never…” story about a poor choice of haircut in the 90s. Ah, memories!Speaking of memories, co-hosts Amy Hef and Dan Clapson also chat about the bittersweet upside of funerals, old-school board games (did you play Nightmare too?), walkie-talkies, and more.
2024-08-2232 minWish We Never MetDrag queen and comedian Karla Marx (and 'Kangaroo' breakdancing too!)Wish We Never Met drag queen and stand-up comedian Karla Marx? Listen to the new episode of WWNM to find out!Before the hilarious and inspiring drag queen joins Amy Hef and Dan Clapson to share her “Wish I Never…” the co-hosts discuss Australian breakdancer Rachael Gunn’s performance at The Olympics (how could they not?!) as well as Dan’s recent Instagram suspension over a one-word comment on a post.To cap it off, the two explore why there are certain times of the day whe...
2024-08-1639 minWish We Never MetHailey Benedict, Red Lobster, and Jesus taking the wheelWish We Never Met country singer Hailey Benedict? Listen to the new episode of WWNM to find out!Co-hosts Dan Clapson and Amy Hef kick things off by talking about how expensive restaurant prices are these days and how finding a good happy hour is a true blessing.Speaking of blessings, Amy shares a memory of her grandma driving in rural Saskatchewan with a “Jesus take the wheel” mentality. Dan's grandma had some wild driving choices too. Oh grandmas!At the end of the episode, Singer Haile...
2024-08-0836 minWish We Never MetDan at the Olympics, straight women + gay weddings (and David Borys too!)Wish We Never Met historian (and songwriter!) David Borys? You’ll need to listen to find out. A new episode of WWNM has arrived and Dan is...well, he's in Norway. So, he begrudgingly joins Amy virtually from abroad.After spending a few days at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Dan explains that a large part of the magic of the contentious global sports competition isn’t found at the sports matches at all, but instead at Olympic Houses of different countries like Czechia, India, Mongolia and, of course, Canada too.
2024-08-0138 minWish We Never MetFuddruckers, spam calls, and Ryan Reynolds' Alanis eraAnother episode of Wish We Never Met is here for your listening pleasure!This week, co-hosts Dan and Amy talk about many hot topics from incessant spam calls to nocturnal toddlers and plenty in-between. They’re also joined by Amy’s best friend Jeremy who shares some stories of Amy in her younger years plus his own funny-yet-shocking “Wish I never went…” story that ends in…marriage?Remember Fuddruckers? While YOU may have not thought about the burger chain for a long time, Dan thinks about it…a lot, so...
2024-07-2537 minWish We Never MetKittie (and Bronwin Parks of Late in '88 podcast!)Do we Wish We Never Met the metal band Kittie? Listen to find out!Three members of what is arguably Canada’s most famous metal act—Morgan Lander, Mercedes Lander and Tara McLeod—join Amy and Dan to chat about their new album, the band’s impressive 20+ year career and their non-alcoholic beer collab KittiePig.Speaking of career longevity, Dan caught Jewel in concert at the Calgary Stampede, so the co-hosts discuss her unwavering star power and then Amy shares an interesting story about Jewel's...
2024-07-1849 minWish We Never MetOurselves (again!)A new episode of Wish We Never Met is here! Amy and Dan have fun and thoughtful conversations about working with unprofessional musicians to places they wish they never travelled, and why you should watch the documentary I Am: Celine Dion if you haven’t yet.To wrap it all up, Tara (a friend of Dan’s) calls in to share a story about a day she wished she never went to school that involves a peach. This story is not to be missed!THANK YOU
2024-07-1126 minWish We Never MetKieszaDo we Wish We Never Met Kiesza? Better listen to find out! The chart-topping dance-pop singer joins co-hosts Amy Hef and Dan Clapson on this episode of WWNM to discuss everything from her latest record Dancing and Crying: Vol. 1 to her reemergence on the music scene after a long road of recovery due to a severe brain injury.The singer shares some interesting insight on her 2014 break-out hit “Hideaway” and how the song helped her through the most trying time of her life.Outside of that, Amy and Dan discuss the world’s curre...
2024-07-0452 minWish We Never MetMary BergA new episode of Wish We Never Met has arrived! The one and only Mary Berg of CTV’s hit daytime talk show The Good Stuff takes the hot seat with co-hosts Amy Hef and Dan Clapson. The three chat about everything from how to interview guests properly (Amy and Dan can use this advice!) to kitchen blunders, recipe testing, and more.Dan and Amy also discuss “crazy” midway foods in anticipation of the 2024 Calgary Stampede. Mustard ice cream, anyone? :$THANK YOU
2024-06-2837 minWish We Never MetJoJo Mason (and Teigen Gayse too!)A new episode of Wish We Never Met has arrived! On this episode, co-hosts Dan Clapson and Amy Hef discuss the allure of Miss Rachel and vintage Fisher-Price toys from the 90s before country singer JoJo Mason joins them for a fun chat about parenthood, new music, Enrique Iglesias and more.AND, if you love pickles (and PB & pickle sandwiches too?), you'll appreciate the bonus mini interview at the tail-end of the podcast with Dan and country singer Teigen Gayse.THANK YOU for listening to...
2024-06-2045 minWish We Never MetMairlyn SmithA new episode of Wish We Never Met has arrived! This week, co-hosts Dan Clapson and Amy Hef get to chat with special guest Mairlyn Smith.The best-selling cookbook author, food personality and viral social media sensation (you're one of the 14 million people that have seen her #fartwalk video, right?) discusses everything from appearing on shows like Queer As Folk and Goosebumps before diving into grandmotherhood, working with Mike Myers in the 80s and so much more.If you love comedy and food, then you're sure to love th...
2024-06-1340 minWish We Never MetOurselves (Part 1)Alright, this is it! Award-winning singer Amy Hef and best-selling author Dan Clapson have come together to host the new weekly pop culture podcast Wish We Never Met.On this inaugural episode, the co-hosts discuss how they met years ago on a pub patio, some people they wish they had never met, and their shared (undying) love of Jennifer Love Hewitt. They also tease what to expect in coming episodes from exciting guests like Kiesza and Mary Berg to a fun music feature and more.THANK YOU for listening to the first e...
2024-06-0619 minThe Eat North PodcastDan Clapson announces new podcast Wish We Never MetAfter five years of co-hosting miniseries on the Eat North Podcast Stream, best-selling cookbook author and food writer Dan Clapson is moving on to his own pop culture podcast, Wish We Never Met!Co-hosted by Clapson's good friend, award-winning singer Amy Hef, the new comedic pop culture show will see the two co-hosts playfully pondering questions like: Who do you wish you never met? What do you wish you never said? Where did you wish you never went? (And the list goes on...)The podcast will still interweve plenty of...
2024-06-0602 minWish We Never MetIntroducing Wish We Never Met!Food writer and author Dan Clapson and award-winning singer Amy Hef are BEYOND ELATED to announce their new podcast, Wish We Never Met!Wish We Never Met is a new comedic pop culture show where the two co-hosts look back on past life experiences contemplatively asking the questions: Who do you wish you never met? What do you wish you never said? Where do you wish you never went? And, well...you get the point!The podcast will feature an array of guests throughout its inaugural season including Kiesza, Mary Berg...
2024-06-0401 min
The Eat North PodcastThe Eat North Podcast (final episode) - Discussing the Top Chef Canada casting process with Mijune Pak and Dez LoWith '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 Pak, as well as and Season 10 runner-up Dez Lo about everything from what attributes a successful TCC competitor needs to possess, tips and tricks for the application process and more.While not every chef who appears on a season of...
2024-02-201h 01
The Eat North PodcastMelodies and Menus: Talking with country icon Carolyn Dawn Johnson and Melissa B of 'Traitors Canada'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 and Dan discuss the third episode of Traitors Canada before its first eliminated Traitor, Melissa B, joins the co-hosts to chat.Hailing from St. John's, Melissa loves her local live music scene and shares some of her favourite...
2023-10-191h 06
The Eat North PodcastMelodies and Menus: Talking music, travel and more with MacKenzie Porter and Erika CasupananHailey 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-topping act MacKenzie Porter.With her latest single "Chasing Tornados" hitting No. 1 on the Canadian country charts recently, MacKenzie Porter is the first female artist this century to achieve six No. 1 hits. The award-winning singer has even more to...
2023-10-1458 min
The Eat North PodcastMelodies and Menus: Talking food, drama and TV host duties with Ann Pornel and Karine VanasseWe'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 with the series' respective hosts, actor Karine Vanasse and comedian Ann Pornel.While 'The Traitors Canada' is chock full of lies, deceit and drama (in the best way possible), most Canadians know that 'GCBS' is all about those heartfelt moments and...
2023-10-051h 02
The Eat North PodcastMelodies and Menus: Madeline Merlo and Andrew Hyatt talk Nashville eats and Canadian treatsOn 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 more.
2023-09-141h 03
The Eat North PodcastMelodies and Menus: Talking food with Paul Langlois of The Tragically Hip and pop singer RalphIt'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.
2023-09-061h 08
The Eat North PodcastMelodies and Menus: Tim Hicks talks campfire eats and country musicWe'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, upcoming fall tour, pie irons, and more.
2023-08-2939 min
The Eat North PodcastHoliday Melodies and Menus: Actor Andrew Phung and author Lesley ChestermanAcclaimed 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 fruitcake (don't hate!), the perfect chips for a chocolate chip cookie and more.The vibrant author also gives some love to one of her favourite bread bakers in Montreal and lets us know what Quebecois singer she enjoys...
2022-12-151h 09
The Eat North PodcastHoliday Melodies and Menus: Clifton Murray of The Tenors and drag superstar Anita Wigl'itOn 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 Clifton about from family food traditions, creating four-part harmonies and more.Ms. Wigl'it dishes on her time on RuPaul's Drag Race Canada Vs. The World (the international franchise of the population competition series), living in Vancouver, being an expert trumpet...
2022-12-0758 min
The Eat North PodcastHoliday Melodies and Menus: Celeigh Cardinal and GCBS winner Lauren TjoeOur 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 Baking Show Season 6 champ Lauren Tjoe.Celeigh talks about her new holiday single as well as her favourite holiday bevvies that help keep her cozy.Lauren dishes on her experience filming GCBS Season 6 and shares tips for novice...
2022-11-3058 min
The Eat North PodcastTop Chef Roundtable: Talking authenticity and humour in the kitchen with Deseree LoWe 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 to many of the Top Chef Canada Season X challenges.In this bonus episode, Dan Clapson chats with Dez about how humour keeps her balanced in the kitchen, her approach to authenticity, what it feels like to be Top Chef Canada's eldest runner-up in...
2022-11-2330 min
The Eat North PodcastTop Chef Roundtable: Talking culinary inspiration with Erica Karbelnik and Josh KarbelnikSeason 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 their approach to cooking private dinners, life with their adorable one year old daughter and much more.Of course, Phil Wilson, Dan Clapson and Carmen Cheng also go through Top Chef Canada Season X Episode 7 with an energetic fine tooth comb!
2022-11-0853 min
The Eat North PodcastTop Chef Roundtable: Dissecting Top Chef Canada Season X Episode 6This 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 ever filmed outside of Canada.
2022-11-0432 min
The Eat North PodcastTop Chef Roundtable: Talking all things East Coast with Stephanie Ogilvie and Lucy MorrowThis 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 chefs hoping to compete on the popular competition series.After that, co-hosts Carmen Cheng, Phil Wilson and Dan Clapson dissect Top Chef Canada Season X Episode 5, special guest judge Alvin Leung and the "vegan feast" themed Elimination Challenge.
2022-10-261h 21
The Eat North PodcastTop Chef Roundtable: Talking Betty Crocker and quality eggs with Jo NotkinChef 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 interesting!) and dishing on the most delicious eggs a person can buy in this world. discovering that she's also pals with one and only Gail Simmons, we try to probe Notkin for details on the impending 20th season of Top...
2022-10-181h 10
The Eat North PodcastTop Chef Roundtable: Discussing collaboration with Billy Nguyen and Emily ButcherWhen 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 Ogilvie and Dominique Dufour too.On our newest episode of Top Chef Roundtable, Dan Clapson gets to chat with Nguyen and Butcher while the two are in Winnipeg getting ready for their three-night dinner series at Emily's popular eatery Nola.Once...
2022-10-121h 11
The Eat North PodcastTop Chef Roundtable: Dissecting Season X Episode 2 and chatting with Lauren MarshallBefore 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 shout out some of their favourite independent Canadian musicians like Nice Horse and The Free Label.Clapson also gets to chat with TCC Season 4 alum Lauren Marshall of Halifax about her wildly popular eatery Real Fake...
2022-10-041h 08
The Eat North PodcastTop Chef Roundtable: Dissecting Top Chef Canada Season X with Mijune PakWith 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 also joins the trio to talk about what she's excited for Canadians to see as this season unfolds, her thoughts on this year's new judge David Zilber and she shares a bit of behind-the-scenes intel from the show's premiere episode too.
2022-09-2748 min
The Eat North PodcastMelodies and Menus: Kendall Gender and Amy HefIt'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 has long been a must-see queen on the West Coast, but after her runner-up finish on Canada's Drag Race Season 2, she is now a household name.Kendall discusses her work as a Pride ambassador for Fairmont Hotels as...
2022-08-211h 05
The Eat North PodcastMelodies and Menus: Jill Barber and chef Adrian ForteTop 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 Vancouver food scene, how she's well underway creating new music—make sure to check out her latest release "My Mother's Hand"—and more. We can't want to hear Barber's new tunes in the coming months!The Eat...
2022-06-301h 05
The Eat North PodcastMelodies and Menus: Fefe Dobson and chef Andrea NicholsonOur 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 the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the new music we can expect from her in the coming months.Next, Butchie's and Dish Play owner and chef Andrea Nicholson joins to discuss everything from her foray into the world of event programming...
2022-06-1650 min
The Eat North PodcastMelodies and Menus: Walk Off The Earth's Sarah Blackwood and Roger MookingTo kick off our new episode, Dan Clapson and Madison Olds chat with food personality AND Juno Award winner Roger Mooking. No stranger to the food television realm, Mooking has long been a household favourite, hosting many programs and currently serving as a judge on the popular series Firemasters. Mooking is also a celebrated musician, being part of the award-winning Bass is Base in the 90s, and his 2021 EP Edibles proves that his creativity still extends well beyond the kitchen.Next, Sarah Blackwood of the Juno Award-winning band Walk Off The Earth joins the co-hosts to talk about...
2022-06-091h 03
The Eat North PodcastMelodies and Menus: Josh Ramsay and The Bros. LandrethDan Clapson and Madison Olds start things off by chatting with one of the most familiar faces in the pop-rock world, Josh Ramsay. The Marianas Trench frontman recently released his debut solo album, aptly titled The Josh Ramsay Show, which has received much buzz. The album plays around in a variety of genres and also features vocals from Canadian talents like Fionn, Serena Ryder, Tyler Shaw and Fefe Dobson.Ramsay dishes on his favourite road snacks as well as all of the dynamic culinary experiences that his hometown of Vancouver has to offer.Next, the co-hosts...
2022-06-011h 05
The Eat North PodcastMelodies and Menus: Kellie Loder and Survivor Season 41 winner Erika CasupananOn the second episode of our new season of the Melodies and Menus podcast, co-hosts Dan Clapson and Madison Olds talk with acclaimed East Coast musician Kellie Loder and Survivor's first-ever Canadian winner Erika Casupanan.With the Survivor Season 42 finale airing this week, Erika weighs in on how she's enjoyed this season and why it's great that the production has begun having more Canadians compete.Next, Madison and Dan chat with Kellie Loder. Kellie dishes on everything from why they opted to audition for Canada's Got Talent to Newfoundland delicacies and the freedom they have discovered...
2022-05-2557 min
The Eat North PodcastMelodies and Menus: Tyler Shaw and chef Suzanne BarrOur season two premiere of our podcast series Melodies and Menus sees food writer Dan Clapson and singer Madison Olds chatting with one of the most familiar faces in Canadian pop music, Tyler Shaw, as well as My Ackee Tree author and Wall of Chefs judge Suzanne Barr.Shaw discusses everything from returning to touring (alongside Josh Ramsay) to his love of brunch in Calgary and Saskatoon and dim sum in Vancouver while Barr talks about how her memoir came to be, diversity as it pertains to food television and why music plays an important part in creating...
2022-05-1944 min