Ed English is the innkeeper, owner, and storyteller-in-chief of Quirpon Island, situated on the extreme northern tip of Newfoundland's Great Northern peninsula . In this podcast he tells tales of giant icebergs, French demons, lost owls, wandering whales, and the occasional prowling Polar Bear.

“The frequencies of the land have been unlocked, the wifi passwords have been figured out. We have them and we’ve been trying to share them.” A shoreline amble in the heart of Calgary, where the Bow and Elbow rivers meet, with Cowboy Smithx, Blackfoot filmmaker and founder of the acclaimed International Indigenous speaker series REDx Talks.

Each spring migrating birds follow ancient flyways, along fault lines and mountain ranges, guided by gravity, polarity, and stars. Billions of creatures worldwide, continuing a ritual that began eons before we crawled out of the mud. This plodcast is a walk through the rainy Carolinian forests of Canada's southernmost tip, Point Pelee National Park, with birdwatcher extraordinaire Don Enright.

Why would anyone start a newspaper in this day and age? A wander through Toronto's West End with author and musician Dave Bidini. We talk about journalism, the Rheostatics, pranking the Tragically Hip, pissing off Gordon Lightfoot, and why every kid should join a rock band.

Former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi has thrown his hat back into the political ring, running for the leadership of the Alberta NDP. We stroll through Calgary’s East Village and try to answer three big questions. Why would anyone run for political office in this day and age? If he wins what will he be up against? And how would he change Alberta if he gets the chance?

We talk about unions, taxes, human rights, an alt.reality government, his health, and why he believes the Daniel Smith Conservatives are “incompetent, immoral, and dangerous”.

What do radio hosts talk about when they're not on the air? A heart to heart, host to host conversation about the joy of radio, the legacy of Gzowski, and having a daily conversation with an entire country.

I met up with Matt Mays at the Calgary Folk Festival, on a hot summer’s day by the banks of the Bow River. A great day for a walk.

We talked about the hoser vibe, a musician’s confidence, playing the Big Stage, and being newly sober— 90 meetings in 90 days battling “the only disease you can get yelled at for having.”

Matt is a Canadian indie singer/songwriter known for his work with The Guthries and Matt Mays & El Torpedo. His hit “Cocaine Cowgirl” and the award-winning album Coyote are standout moments in his career.

Mays’ music blends indie rock with folk and art rock, and he’s a multi-instrumentalist, skilled in guitar, harmonica, and more. His influence on the Canadian music scene is marked by his Juno nominations and wins, showcasing his enduring impact as an artist.

Mays continues to be a dynamic force in rock’n’roll, with a career that reflects his passion for music and his dedication to his craft.

If you haven’t heard his music check out the link below, recorded in Burnside, Nova Scotia.

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Aboard Maple Leaf Adventure’s Cascadia with Gaajiiaawa.

Gaajiiaawa (Linda Tollas) is a respected Haida Elder who has been deeply involved in sharing and preserving Haida culture. She participates on occasional expedition cruises through Haida Gwaii, where her presence and storytelling enrich the experience for travelers, offering a personal understanding of the Haida heritage and the significance of the ancient villages and remote beaches visited.

She is part of a group of dedicated individuals who graduated with a University of Northern British Columbia Diploma in First Nations Language, a testament to her commitment to learning and teaching the language, X̱aayda kil. This effort is crucial for the Haida Nation, as it strengthens cultural heritage and counters the effects of past assimilation policies. Gaajiiaawa’s role in this educational journey highlights the importance of language as a vessel for cultural identity and continuity among the Haida people. She serves as a keeper of knowledge and tradition, and her contribution is invaluable in keeping Haida culture vibrant for future generations.

James Williams at the Haida Gwaii Museum at Kay Llngagaay.

James Williams is a former Haida Watchman, and is currently a guide at the Haida Gwaii Museum, which is known for its extensive collection of Haida historical objects, contemporary art, archives, and natural history collection. The museum offers a rich experience of Haida culture, blending Haida knowledge with western science, art, and politics.

Walking with Lorna Crozier is like following a particularly busy garden honeybee. She moves fast, talks with her hands, and her antennae are up to anticipate the full meaning of your thoughts even as you try to formulate your sentences. In short, it’s an absolute pleasure.

Lorna is an esteemed Canadian poet, recognized for her vivid and insightful writing that often explores human relationships, the natural world, and the intricacies of language and perception.

A native of Swift Current, Saskatchewan who now calls Vancouver Island home, her work forms a significant part of Canada’s literary landscape. She has authored over twenty-five books and received numerous accolades, including the Governor General’s Award.

Crozier’s contributions to poetry extend beyond her writing; she has also served as a professor and mentor, fostering new generations of writers. Her poetry is celebrated for its accessibility and depth, resonating with readers across the country and beyond.