
Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe welcomes listeners into the warm and comforting world of the Vinyl Cafe. Each episode features stories about Canada’s favourite fictional family: Dave, Morley and the kids, narrated by the late Stuart McLean and recorded live in concert. For the first time ever, long-time producer Jess Milton shares rare, behind-the-scenes stories from her 15 years touring, travelling, ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 129 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FictionSociety & Culture | |||

“There’s something about the ghosts who live in the house where you live.”
This week something special for Remembrance Day: an essay Stuart McLean wrote about George Lawrence Price, a Canadian soldier killed in the very last moments of the first worl... more
“Let me state the case for Hallowe’en”
Today’s the day - Happy Hallowe’en! We’ve got a wonderful story exchange about an immigrant’s first experience of Trick or Treating. And we'll also play Stuart McLean's story about Sam and Stephanie's Halloween;... more
“The baker, the chef, the Indian maestro.”
Today on the podcast it’s a smorgasbord from Stuart McLean. About food, about journeys and more in between! We’ve got a postcard from Canada, a moving listener story, and one of our favourite Dave and Morley... more
“There was a time when the Gander airport was the biggest airport in the world”
On this week’s episode, we have three of Stuart’s opening monologues – essays about some of the places and spaces that captivated him on his travels across the country. A... more
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while i dont get why its grouped in social sciences....not the right category, and i do very much wish the clips of the vinyl cafe included stuarts music choices and live performances of the bands that played on his wonderful radio show, i dont think there is a more perfect tribute to stuart than this lovingly curated snips of the shows over the years. listen to it for heavens sakes.
What a beautiful slice of goodness and wit in this time. It’s funny, clever and kind.
I look forward to the podcast every week and was so excited for the new season, but most of the stories have all been stories already done in the previous season. Just wondering why they aren’t playing new stories????
I was too young to remember the Radio show but now I listen to it every night to fall asleep. I love it good work, and do you have any more information about the musical?
How great is this. I grew up listening to Stuart and attending live shows. I’ve spent countless lazy moments relaxing to these wonderful stories, often sitting in my car long after arriving at my destination, just so I could finish. I’ve spend countless hours with others I care about, enjoying these stories. It’s so great to see them back again.
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The series encapsulates a nostalgic exploration of everyday life in Canada through the adventures of a beloved fictional family. Listeners are welcomed into the charming world of Dave, Morley, and their children, narrated by the late Stuart McLean, who shares a blend of humor, warmth, and relatable experiences. Each episode is enriched by Jess Milton's behind-the-scenes reflections, offering a unique perspective on the creative journey behind the cherished stories. Themes of family dynamics, holiday traditions, and the joys and absurdities of life resonate throughout, making it a heartwarming experience aimed at connecting listeners to the fundamental beauties of life and the bonds that unite us all. This podcast is likely to appeal to thos... more
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