Heather Thomson, a former Top 40 Under 40 honouree and vice president of strategy, research, and engagement at the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce joins Trudy and Steven to talk about the experience as a judge for the 2024 Top 40 Under 40 awards. Heather shares her thoughts on the rigorous judging process and provides an insider’s look at how it all works. She also reflects on the celebratory nature of the event and together they discuss the significance of the Top 40 list in showcasing Edmonton's vibrant community.

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• (00:25) - Heather Thomson's Introduction and Top 40 Experience

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Hosted by Trudy Callaghan and Steven Sandor

Produced by Odvod Media

Audio Engineering by Steve Glen

Original music by Darrin Hagen

Steven and Trudy dispel myths and provide insights into the selection process for Edify's Top 40 Under 40 honorees.

--From This Episode--    

• Get your tickets to the 2024 top 40 Awards.
• See more from Edify Magazine.

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Hosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan

Produced by Odvod Media

Audio Engineering by Steve Glen

Original music by Darrin Hagen

Over 13,000 people live in Edmonton’s Downtown neighbourhood, but there’s stigma about this area; people often don’t see the core as a safe and engaging place to call home. 

Mike Saunders, the Senior Vice President of Qualico Properties, has a vision to change that perception. He tells us about the power of compassion and creativity in urban development.

--From This Episode--    

• Read the Edify article: Tearing Down The Great Wall of 104 Ave.
• Explore the Stations Lands development project.
• Read more about Mike’s Northern Lights Award of Distinction in the article: Edmonton Chamber of Commerce: The Difference Makers
• See more from Edify Magazine.

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Hosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan

Produced by Odvod Media

Audio Engineering by Steve Glen

Original music by Darrin Hagen

From Haskap Chili Mimosas to a Magic Lemonade that changes colour, Alberta’s first sober bar is anything but boring. Trudy and Steve speak with JoAnne Pearce, mocktail maven here in Edmonton. She speaks about what inspired her to brew up complex, original mocktails for discerning flavour seekers.

--From This Episode--    

• Find out more about Spilt and see its menu.
• Read the article in Edify: Sober and Delicious.
• See more fromEdify Magazine.
• Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X.

--Related Links--

• See what Stats Canada found out about how Canadians consume alcohol in their 2023 article: Dry February, you say?

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Hosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan

Produced by Odvod Media

Audio Engineering by Steve Glen

Original music by Darrin Hagen

Bike lanes are a divisive topic here in Edmonton. Some people advocate in their favour, while others are filled with rage at their very existence, and the fact that the City Council put $100 million aside for them. But love ‘em or hate ‘em, bike lanes are an important part of urban infrastructure, allowing for many types of active transportation.

Mauricio Ochoa, President and CEO of FCX Developments, joins us to talk about how he builds homes for people who like to get around — and why we should love cyclists.

--From This Episode--    

• Find out more about how FCX Developments approaches affordable housing.
• Read the Edify article: Hate Bike Lanes? Read This Now.
• See more fromEdify Magazine.
• Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X.

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--Credits—

Hosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan

Produced by Odvod Media

Audio Engineering by Steve Glen

Original music by Darrin Hagen

In the Age of Instagram, paid influencers and people peddling empty content, how can you make sure to set your personal filter to spot legitimate journalism? Edify publisher Trudy Callaghan and editor-in-chief Steven Sandor discuss what it's like to try and stick to the ethical principles when there is so much pressure on magazines to sell their souls.

--From This Episode--    

• Read the article “Ottawa keeps spending on influencers. Liberals say it’s about stemming disinformation” from the Globe and Mail.
• Read the article “The Contestant Who Outsmarted The Price Is Right” by Chris Jone. (Note: the article is owned by Esquire and is behind a paywall).
• Learn more about the Alberta Magazine Publishers Association (AMPA).
• See more from Edify Magazine.
• Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X.

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Hosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan

Produced by Odvod Media

Audio Engineering by Steve Glen

Original music by Darrin Hagen

Edify’s Art director, Kim Larson, joins us to talk about designing covers. Dream job? Maybe! We talk about getting from the photoshoot to public reaction. You’ll hear about the surprising controversies and meaningful profiles we’ve featured.

Good to know: you cannot buy your way onto Edify’s cover. It’s not for sale.

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●      See the covers we talked about this episode:

         Gene and Karen Principe - read the article: When Gene Met Karen

         Jason Kenney - read the article: “I Wanted to Have a Normal Life.”

         Darnell Nurse - read the article: Enough

         WEM Fashion - see the fashion spread: Heat Wave

●      See more fromEdify Magazine.

●      Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X.

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Hosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan.

Produced by Odvod Media.

Audio Engineering by Steve Glen.

Original music by Darrin Hagen. 

Edmonton city is growing rapidly. We need housing and infrastructure to support it. Kalen Anderson, CEO at BILD Edmonton Metro, joins us to unpack the controversy of South Edmonton and the nuances of urban development.

--From This Episode--    

• Read the article - The Beautiful South
  • And the responding Letter to the Editor in our June digital issue, p15.
• See the City of Edmonton’s City Plan.
• Learn more about BILD Edmonton Metro.
• See more from Edify Magazine.
• Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X.

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Hosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan.

Produced by Odvod Media.

Audio Engineering by Steve Glen.

Original music by Darrin Hagen. 

It's the inaugural episode of Edify Unfiltered. Buckle in as Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan (the Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of Edify magazine) talk about the wild process of creating a city magazine: the team, the evolution, the “interesting” stuff people send and other hints about the weird and wonderful stories that bring this magazine to life.

--From This Episode--    

• Read the article Steve flew to Los Angeles for: Growing Up Comrie 
• See Edify with other past winners for AMPAs Best Magazine Award: https://albertamagazines.com/awards/magazine-of-the-year/ 
• See more from Edify Magazine.
• Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X.

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Hosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan.

Produced by Odvod Media.

Audio Engineering by Steve Glen.

Original music by Darrin Hagen.