The Calgary Sessions

Doug Rawlyk is a master carpenter and the owner of Rawlyk Developments in Calgary, AB. Through sheer determination and hard work, Doug's craftsmanship positioned him at the top of Alberta's custom home building industry. One of Doug's other passions is water skiing! His love of this sport took him across North America competing at local and national events.

www.rawlyk.com

Kyle Shewfelt embodies the epitome of Canadian athletic values. He is a champion of authenticity and humility. We're honoured to have had Kyle join us for our favourite session yet!

www.kyleshewfeltgymnastics.com

Sideshow Sid is a legendary DJ who has blessed Calgary's music scene for over 30 years. Over the generations, Sid witnessed how the arts and their audiences have changed. Tune into this unbelievable episode to experience Sid's unique perspective.

www.cjsw.com/program/diggin-in-the-crates

Jonathan Howell is a second-generation business owner at Banbury Lane. He began working with his dad from an early age, who taught him the value of hard work. Join Jonathan and Jeff and discover the story of one of Calgary’s most notable brands.

www.banburylane.com

Alena Jenkins is a burgeoning cannabis entrepreneur and professional photographer from Calgary, AB. On episode 26, Alena shares how artistry and Canadian cannabis culture have shaped her life. Her business FivePoint Cannabis in Bridgeland, is a force for good and carries on a legacy of positive advocacy that was started at the 420 marches in Vancouver, B.C. 

www.fivepointcannabis.ca

Catriona Le May Doan stops by for episode 25 of The Calgary Sessions! The only way to explain how much of an impact Catriona has made in Canadian sport is to call her a legend! Four time Olympian, two time gold medalist, Olympic record holder, Canadian flag bearer, Three time Canadian athlete of the year, motivational speaker,  Olympic primetime host, Canadian Sports Hall of Fame member, 2022 Team Canada Chef de Mission, CEO of Sport Calgary and of course a Mom.

It's impossible to explain how special it was to have Catriona on the podcast!

www.sportcalgary.ca

Aaron Ellard stops by for Episode 24 of The Calgary Sessions! Aaron is a creative, hard working and passionate entrepreneur. His background includes a long history in the restaurant industry, an art gallery on 17th, launching events, pasta and working in the creative world.

www.thisismonitor.com

www.pastalamano.com

Mike Pigot (AKA Chef Pigot) sits down for Episode 23 of The Calgary Sessions. Chef Pigot is a creative, hard working, passionate entrepreneur! With over 18 years in the industry, he's done everything. We chat about growing up sports, getting his first restaurant gig at 16, working in corporate organizations and deciding to create his own brand and businesses.

www.chefpigot.com

Laval St. Germain sits down for Episode 22 and blows Jeff's mind! He is the only Canadian to have climbed Mount Everest without the use of supplemental oxygen, the only person to have climbed and skied Iraq's highest peak, and the holder of the fastest ever crossing of the North Atlantic Ocean by solo ocean row boat from mainland North America to mainland Europe. He has also climbed the highest peak on all 7 of the earth's 7 continents (the 7 Summits), and the highest peaks of more than 18 nations.

Needless to say, this was an amazing episode with a special human!

www.lavalstgermain.com

Jason Seitanidis stops by for Episode 21 of The Calgary Sessions! He's the owner/operator of Matador Pizza & Steakhouse in NW Calgary. Old school Calgarians will know the name Matador Pizza because it's been in Varsity since 1976!

The boys chat about the family business, the restaurant industry, connections and staying in your lane. This was a fun chat with a great human!

www.matadorpizza.com