Shows
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersTaylor Cochrane and Laura HickliTaylor Cochrane is the driving force behind Calgary's acclaimed '36?'. Along with his partner, singer/songwriter Laura Hickli, he was touring the United States until the COVID-19 shutdown forced a return to Calgary. I spoke with the power couple via Facebook video chat. The wide ranging interview was fun, reflective and enlightening. Enjoy!
2020-06-0157 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersDJ Roofeo & DJ GoodwordRoofeo and Goodword are two of Calgary's finest DJs. We chat about their inspiration, greatest gigs, the art of stealing and what they've learned about music from their kids.
2020-05-151h 09
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersEpisode 38: Stu & Stef from Freak MotifTalented, Dedicated and Fun: Freak Motif are one of Calgary's favourite bands. Even vast Canadian geography cannot prevent this funk tribe from bringing their talents to stages and record. I talk to Stu Wershof (in Montreal) and Stef Haynes (in Toronto) for some interprovincial good vibes.
2020-05-011h 07
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersDanny VaconDanny Vacon is on Calgary’s rock n roll Mt. Rushmore, and the personification of RadTown. The Dudes and High Kicks frontman discusses his music, writing process and philosophies for leading a fulfilling life.
2020-04-151h 00
Calgary Journal PodcastsCalgary Canvas S3E3: Hometown Hip HopIn this episode of Calgary Canvas, reporters Sam Chipera and Eric Tanner take to the local hip-hop and electronic scene to talk to two veterans of the art. Rick Cruz and Jonathan Stoddart, both better known by their stage names DJ C-SIK and Ricca Razor Sharp respectively, know a thing or two about the local scene. With both musicians having 10 plus years of experience under their belts, they reminisce about their start-ups, trends that have come and gone, and what more has to be done by the city to embrace local acts.
2020-04-0316 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersHangin' On the TelephoneToday I pick up the telephone and check in on good friends Spencer Streichert, Christina Ray, Nate Reno and Iron Lion. We talk creativity, remote working and government conspiracy as the world deals with the Covid-19 shutdown.
2020-04-011h 10
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersMatt BerryA great chat with Matt Berry, the music director for Calgary's alternative radio station, X92.9. Matt talks about his start in radio, and his journey to his current role. He also gives us some fascinating stories about his job, as well as insight into the music and radio industries.
2020-03-151h 07
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersCrack the LensCrack the Lens have been mainstays on the Calgary music scene for years. As they prepare for their final show, Justin and Taylor stop by to discuss their long time friendship, the formation of their band, winning the Xposure contest, writing a TV theme song, naming their band van Vandy Quade and their upcoming farewell show at Dickens.
2020-03-0158 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersConner ChristmasChristmas comes to Foothills Famous! We talk about film, standup, theatre, Boomer humour, improv and much more.
2020-02-1556 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersRebecca DawnA great chat with MC Rebecca Dawn about her craft, her new album, yoga, her years in Mexico as a TV and radio star and the art of compliment rap battles.
2020-02-0156 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersPat Clifton, Blume, Drummaschine, King DylanA room full of musicians talk about childhood heroes, first concerts, inspiration, stage, studio and look ahead to our show at the Big Winter Classic.
2020-01-151h 13
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersTaylor McNallieTaylor McNallie is the force behind Taylor Made Radio, Taylor Made Studios and Bubble Bath Buffet. We talk about the hustle, the challenges of personal brands and the pros and cons of being involved in Calgary's arts and entertainment scene.
2020-01-011h 00
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersMichelle AtkinsonMichelle Atkinson is an award winning glass artist and graphic designer from Calgary. We talk about her art, her inspiration and her company Jewel Notes.
2019-12-1556 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersRubixRubix is a hip-hop artist from Calgary. We talk about his beginnings, his writing process, dancing, his work with Indigenous youth, hip-hop's importance to the Filipino culture and more.
2019-12-011h 04
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersJory KinjoJory Kinjo lives in Calgary, where he was born and raised, but his musical journey regularly sees him performing in Japan and New York City. We talk about roots music, making a living with music, studying jazz in university, Mocking Shadows and the universal power of music.
2019-11-1556 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersTarik 'Teekay' RobinsonTarik ‘Teekay’ Robinson is a mainstay in the Calgary hip hop scene. Together with DJ Cosm he forms Dragon Fli Empire, a duo that has represented the 403 with style and consistency for nearly two decades. We discuss his beginnings in hip hop, DFE’s several European tours, and how his days at William Aberheart High influenced his rap style.
2019-11-0157 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersJohn HiebertWhen I moved to Calgary I knew him simply as 'Castle John'. John Hiebert tells of being a punk rocker in the Calgary High School environment of the 1980s, of the upward trajectory and eventual snags that encountered his band Field Day, of touring with the Backyardigans and of working at Festival Hall in Inglewood today!
2019-10-1559 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersZak PashakZak Pashak's incredible story of sudden wealth and attention is right at the heart of Calgary's music and nightlife culture. A sudden influx of cash, the opening of Broken City, the launching of Sled Island Music Festival, a run at City Hall and a relocation to Detroit to manufacture bicycles. It's all here in candid detail. A great chat with Zak Pashak.
2019-10-011h 10
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersRicca Razor SharpGuest host Brian Campbell comes in and regular host Jonathan Stoddart (AKA Ricca Razor Sharp) becomes the guest. Brian asks Ricca about his 20 year music career, defEKt, Phattoe, Audible Intelligence, Blades of Steel, bad fashion choices and being a white rapper.
2019-09-151h 00
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersChristina RayI sit with Old's Alberta's Christina Ray and discussing her modelling career, the transformation towards body positivity taking place in modelling and society, her work with 'Local Women Unite' and all other aspects of her busy and inspiring life.
2019-09-0153 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersAmy BishopAmy Bishop is a very talented singer/songwriter right here in Calgary. She shows up at my place at 8:30 AM, guitar in hand, and reflects on her musical journey, while looking forward to the future. From her church choir roots to her stint on TV's 'The Launch' and her friendship with Nikki Sixx we have a great conversation!
2019-08-151h 03
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersJazzlib Collective!Calgary's most loveable hip-hop crew, the Jazzlib Collective, stop by to talk about music, hip-hop, boy bands, life, jazz, Google Docs, the virtues of mumble rap, producing an album inside of a Honda, band philosophy and the reason why they've been hanging out at my house longer than I have.
2019-08-011h 01
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersRob ReuserRob Reuser makes things out of metal. He also makes music. On top of that, he's my longtime friend. Listen to us discuss art, music, frisbee golf, old times and more!
2019-07-1552 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersGary MartinGary Martin and his band, the Heavenly Blues, have Bowness rocking every Sunday afternoon. The man has had a legendary career and is a member of the legendary Funk Brothers. He shares of his experiences and his uplifting philosophies about music.
2019-07-0139 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersHydramentalMy great friends King Lou, SoLeo and Wyzaker have a new group, entitled Hydramental. A producer focussed collaborative rooted in hip hop, but touching on a wide range of genres. We talk about learning their craft back in the day, the genesis of this project, song of the day club and the effects of fatherhood on their music.
2019-06-131h 02
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersSpencer StreicheltSpencer Streichelt is a well known YYC stand up comedian, but has also written scripts and starred in both stage and screen acting. We have an honest and open chat about showbiz, real life, goals and balance.
2019-06-011h 04
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersBig Nate RenoBig Nate Reno is not hard to find. At 6'6 he can be easily spotted in a crowd, and as a player in local band Kyoktys, promotor, sound engineer, producer and podcast host, his hands are all over the YYC heavy metal scene.
2019-05-1559 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersSarah of Sarah SociablesMeet Sarah from Sarah Sociables. She runs a website and social media accounts dedicated to keeping you up to date on the restaurants, pubs, speakeasies and special events that make Calgary such a great place to let loose in. We chat about the city while sharing a Wild Rose.
2019-05-0146 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersScott Lennox of Sittin' IdolIn 2003 Calgary's Sittin' Idol found themselves opening for heavy metal legends Dimebag Darrell and Vinnie Paul, formerly of Pantera. By the end of the evening, they were faced with a choice: drop everything and join the tour, or forever wonder 'what-if'. Vocalist Scott Lennox shares the whole story.
2019-04-151h 03
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersFlames Special!Everything Calgary Flames! A chat with Beesley, the iconic voice of the Saddledome, a visit to some local breweries hoping to cash in on the playoffs, and a brand new song by Ricca Razor Sharp, Iron Lion, King Lou and Wyzaker.
2019-04-051h 04
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersAmy Edgar, ComedianCalgary comedian and comedy promotor Amy Edgar stops by for a great chat about matters both funny and serious.
2019-03-3059 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersBeni J, Director of 10 at 10 Hip Hop ShowcaseBeni J stops by to talk about the world of 10 at 10, Calgary's hip-hop hub and launchpad, which he sits at the centre of. We talk Humble Giants, Calgary talent, SXSW, Canada cool and that ATB commercial you might recognize him from.
2019-03-1559 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersGrant and Kevin from CJSW's Road PopsGrant Burns and Kevin Brooker talk about 35 years hosting 'Road Pops' on CJSW, freedom of speech, getting the original CJSW FM licence, old-school Calgary nightlife and much more! An episode not to be missed.
2019-03-0158 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersEpisode 8: Michael 8 & Lisette XavierSinger/Songwriter Lisette Xavier and her partner Michael 8 (Semptembryo) stop by to chat about writing songs, raising kids, making a comic book, being a hot mess, astral projections and much more.
2019-02-1554 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersEpisode 7: King Dylan, Rap Star and Video ArtistCalgary's King Dylan talks about his musical career, his innovative videos and his evolution as an artist.
2019-02-0156 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersEpisode 6: Adrian Urlacher, Founder of Big Winter Classic FestivalCalgary's Adrian Urlacher talks about creating the Big Winter Classic music festival, working to grow it, and how music is not a seasonal sport.
2019-01-151h 01
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersEpisode 5: Miesha Louie, lead singer of Miesha and the SpanksCalgary's Miesha Louie discusses the music business, her history as a performer, and her role in Girls Rock Camp.
2019-01-0150 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersEpisode 4: Kandi 'Krush' Wyatt, Professional BoxerCalgary's Kandi 'Krush' Wyatt talks about life in and out of the squared circle, on her quest for boxing greatness.
2018-12-1447 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersEpisode 3: Nate SchmoldOur friend Nate Schmold tells us about his life as a professional video game developer.
2018-12-011h 00
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersEpisode 2: Brenda Lieberman from the Calgary Underground Film FestivalBrenda Lieberman, head honcho of Calgary Underground Film Festival discusses the role of film festivals, her career path, and her journeys to other festivals.
2018-11-1251 min
Foothills Famous: Conversations With Calgary EntertainersEpisode 1: DJ C-SikMy friend DJ C-Sik talks about winning the DMCs, visiting Sway in the Morning, turntablism, party rocking, learning to DJ in Calgary and performing worldwide.
2018-11-091h 00