In the first-ever Trick or Deets Halloween special, Duddy sits down with Calgary cosplayer and performer Vixen Valiant for a conversation that’s equal parts spooky, creative, and real.

Vixen opens up about her lifelong love of Halloween, the moment Supernatural sparked her interest in acting, and how cosplay evolved from late-night projects to a full-blown passion. She shares the realities behind the craft — from thrifting and hot-gluing to full-body paint, balancing perfectionism with posting online, and the unexpected pressure of “feeding the algorithm.”

We also talk about the joy of becoming someone new, the confidence that comes from stepping into character, and how she’s learned to own every side of herself — the artist, the performer, and the nerd who still gets giddy for a good costume. Plus: ghost stories, candy rankings, and one truly chaotic makeup mishap.

Trick or Deets is the Halloween special of The Deets with Duddy — Calgary’s late-night show podcast hosted by Jeff Dudder (@duddydoesit). Each week, the show spotlights Calgary’s people, culture, and creativity through unfiltered conversations with the city’s most interesting guests.

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Intro music licensed via Artlist - “Play Play Play” by Shtriker Big Band.

Jeremie Saunders, co-host of the award-winning Sickboy Podcast, joins The Deets with Duddy to talk about turning pain into purpose. From living with cystic fibrosis to performing at SXSW and Just for Laughs, Jeremie shares how laughter became his way of surviving, connecting, and breaking the stigma around illness.

We talk about the early days of Sickboy, how a conversation in a library studio became one of Canada’s biggest podcasts, and what he’s learned after thousands of interviews about life, death, and everything in between. Jeremie opens up about the drug that changed his future, the hardest episodes he’s ever done, and why humor will always be his medicine.

If you’ve ever faced something heavy and wondered how to keep going, this one’s for you.

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Intro music licensed via Artlist - “Play Play Play” by Shtriker Big Band.

From the Easter Epic to Hockey Night in Canada, Kelly Hrudey has lived under the lights for four decades - first as an NHL goaltender, then as one of the most respected voices in Canadian broadcasting.

In this episode, Kelly joins Duddy to talk about pressure, performance, and finding peace in high-stakes environments. He shares what he’s learned about bouncing back after bad games, the nerves that still hit before every broadcast, and why he’s learned to embrace imperfection.

Kelly also opens up about his family’s mental health journey, his own turning points, and the tools that keep him grounded today. It’s a conversation about identity, purpose, and learning to accept the good and the bad - on the ice, on camera, and in life.

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Katie Rox has lived a few musical lives. From growing up in Airdrie surrounded by Broadway and 90s country, to fronting the industrial-rock band Jakalope, to singing the Degrassi theme song, and now holding it down on banjo and vocals with all-female country powerhouse Nice Horse — her career has been anything but ordinary.

In this conversation, Katie shares her path from basement recitals to the CCMA stage, what she learned in her Jakalope years, and why walking away to go solo gave her the perspective she needed. She talks about carrying the grind, the rejection, and the wins through each chapter — and how perseverance (and a little luck) has kept her voice at the forefront.

We also dive into the Nice Horse story: how a casual “let’s just play a few rodeos” idea turned into tours with Tom Cochrane, international festivals, and CCMA wins. Plus: her Broadway influences, her love of Patsy Cline, and the moment she officially became Duddy’s favorite banjo player.

This one has it all — nostalgia, honesty, and plenty of laughs.

The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast — hosted by Jeff Dudder (@duddydoesit) — spotlighting the city’s culture, sports, and creativity through unfiltered conversations with Calgary’s most interesting people.

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The Calgary Mayoral Election 2025 is coming up on October 20, and The Deets with Duddy is giving you direct access to the candidates who want to lead this city.

In this special one-on-one interview, Brian Thiessen — longtime Calgary employment lawyer, former chair of the Calgary Police Commission, and founder of the Calgary Party — joins Jeff Dudder (Duddydoesit) to share his story, priorities, and vision for Calgary. He talks about his 30-year legal career advising major organizations, his work leading the Police Commission, and his decision to step away from law firm leadership to pursue public service after the loss of his best friend.

We ask every candidate the same five core questions:

• Why they’re running for mayor

• What they love about Calgary

• The lens they bring to leadership

• Their top issue on day one

• And their vision for the city’s future

Thiessen highlights his track record in organizational change, his focus on teamwork through the Calgary Party, and his plan to address public safety, housing, transit, and infrastructure. He emphasizes implementing the “Reach Up” program for 24/7 integrated mental health, addiction, and policing supports on day one, and shares his vision for Calgary as “the best city in the world to work, live, and play.”

This series is designed to be bias-free — a profile of each candidate running for mayor in Calgary’s 2025 election. Voters are encouraged to do their own research through official campaign websites and platforms.

🗳️ Election Day is October 20, 2025. Advanced polls run October 6–11.
For details on where and how to vote, visit Elections Calgary.

The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast — hosted by Jeff Dudder (@duddydoesit) — spotlighting the city’s culture, sports, and creativity through unfiltered conversations with Calgary’s most interesting people.

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The Calgary Mayoral Election 2025 is coming up on October 20, and The Deets with Duddy is giving you direct access to the candidates who want to lead this city.

In this special one-on-one interview, Sonya Sharp — current Ward 1 councillor, former City of Calgary administrator, and small business owner — joins Jeff Dudder (Duddydoesit) to share her story, priorities, and vision for Calgary. She talks about growing up in Silver Springs in an immigrant family, running her family’s construction business, her 20 years of service at City Hall, and the lessons she’s learned as a councillor.

We ask every candidate the same five core questions:

• Why they’re running for mayor

• What they love about Calgary

• The lens they bring to leadership

• Their top issue on day one

• And their vision for the city’s future

Sharp highlights her institutional knowledge of City Hall, her experience helping businesses cut red tape, and her focus on public safety as a foundation for affordability and growth. She also discusses her role in the new Communities First party, her belief in non-partisan collaboration, and why she thinks Calgary needs leadership that both listens and delivers.

This series is designed to be bias-free — a profile of each candidate running for mayor in Calgary’s 2025 election. Voters are encouraged to do their own research through official campaign websites and platforms.

🗳️ Election Day is October 20, 2025. Advanced polls run October 6–11.
For details on where and how to vote, visit Elections Calgary.

The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast — hosted by Jeff Dudder (@duddydoesit) — spotlighting the city’s culture, sports, and creativity through unfiltered conversations with Calgary’s most interesting people.

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The Calgary Mayoral Election 2025 is coming up on October 20, and The Deets with Duddy is giving you direct access to the candidates who want to lead this city.

In this special one-on-one interview, Jeromy Farkas — former Ward 11 councillor, past police commissioner, nonprofit CEO, and 2021 mayoral runner-up — joins Jeff Dudder (Duddydoesit) to share his story, priorities, and vision for Calgary. He opens up about his family’s immigrant roots, his time on city council, his journey since the last election, and why he’s running again in 2025.

We ask every candidate the same five core questions:

• Why they’re running for mayor

• What they love about Calgary

• The lens they bring to leadership

• Their top issue on day one

• And their vision for the city’s future

Farkas discusses his commitment to independence from political parties, his focus on safety, affordability, and jobs, and his belief in practical, team-based leadership at City Hall. He reflects on lessons learned from losing in 2021, his work as a nonprofit leader at Glenbow Ranch, and his long-distance walk across North America. He emphasizes building consensus, working across political lines, and making Calgary a safe, affordable, and welcoming city for newcomers and longtime residents alike.

This series is designed to be bias-free — a profile of each candidate running for mayor in Calgary’s 2025 election. Voters are encouraged to do their own research through official campaign websites and platforms.

🗳️ Election Day is October 20, 2025. Advanced polls run October 6–11.
For details on where and how to vote, visit Elections Calgary.

The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast — hosted by Jeff Dudder (@duddydoesit) — spotlighting the city’s culture, sports, and creativity through unfiltered conversations with Calgary’s most interesting people.

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The Calgary Mayoral Election 2025 is coming up on October 20, and The Deets with Duddy is giving you direct access to the candidates who want to lead this city.

In this special one-on-one interview, Jeff Davison — former Ward 6 councillor, business leader, and current CEO of the Prostate Cancer Centre — joins Jeff Dudder (Duddydoesit) to share his story, priorities, and vision for Calgary. We talk about his return to politics, lessons from running a provincial health charity, and how he believes Calgary can become “the entrepreneurial hub of the world.”

We ask every candidate the same five core questions:

• Why they’re running for mayor

• What they love about Calgary

• The lens they bring to leadership

• Their top issue on day one

• And their vision for the city’s future

This series is designed to be bias-free — a profile of each candidate running for mayor in Calgary’s 2025 election. Voters are encouraged to do their own research through official campaign websites and platforms.

Davison discusses his stance on affordability, public safety, fiscal discipline, and rolling back blanket rezoning. He emphasizes leadership, experience across sectors, and the need for a clear four-year strategic plan.

🗳️ Election Day is October 20, 2025. Advanced polls run October 6–11.
For details on where and how to vote, visit Elections Calgary.

The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast — hosted by Jeff Dudder (@duddydoesit) — spotlighting the city’s culture, sports, and creativity through unfiltered conversations with Calgary’s most interesting people.

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The Blue is back on The Deets with Duddy—but this time, it’s personal. After joining us earlier to talk about Sled Island, Calgary’s hip hop artist and festival manager sits down to share his own story, his music, and his brand-new album So Look at the Bright Side.

We dive into how this record continues the journey from his last project Things Could Be Worse, exploring resilience, gratitude, and collaboration. The Blue opens up about the six years he nearly lost music altogether after a vocal cord injury, how he found his way back on stage, and why community is at the heart of every track he makes.

From recording with some of Calgary’s most talented artists to gearing up for his first headlining tour, The Blue reflects on lessons learned, the nerves and rituals behind performing, and what success means for an independent artist building from the ground up.

Whether you’re part of Calgary’s music scene or just love a story of perseverance and creativity, this conversation shines a light on an artist who refuses to let setbacks define his path.

The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast — hosted by Jeff Dudder (@duddydoesit) — spotlighting the city’s culture, sports, and creativity through unfiltered conversations with Calgary’s most interesting people.

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Country rock artist Devin Cooper joins The Deets with Duddy to talk about his music career, the stories behind his songs, and the annual Ride to Remember charity event he founded in support of the Alzheimer Society of Calgary. From growing up in Innisfail surrounded by southern rock, blues, and country, to moving to Calgary to chase music full-time, Devin shares his creative journey and what fuels his sound.

We dive into the evolution of Ride to Remember — a motorcycle-inspired event that combines concerts, community, and fundraising for Alzheimer’s care. Devin opens up about his personal connection to Alzheimer’s through his family, the impact music can have on memory, and how the event has grown to raise over $100,000 for the cause.

Along the way we cover his biggest creative leaps, collaborations, building motorcycles, and what it takes to balance a steady grind with meaningful milestones. Plus — we auction off a one-of-a-kind Deets x Devin Cooper shirt (only 1 of 2 in existence!) with proceeds going to the Alzheimer Society of Calgary.

The Deets with Duddy is Calgary’s late-night show podcast — hosted by Jeff Dudder (@duddydoesit) — spotlighting the city’s culture, sports, and creativity through unfiltered conversations with Calgary’s most interesting people.

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