
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 | 169 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureFiction | |||

"Thank God, he thought, help has arrived.”
Dave tries to be helpful by offering to take Mary Turlington’s car to the car wash — but things don’t go exactly as planned. No stranger to car wash shenanigans herself, Jess fesses up about the inspiration... more
"Dave said: 'You're thinking about dancing, aren't you?'"
We’re looking towards summer on today’s episode. We have a script Stuart wrote about a magical evening spent in pursuit of fireflies. And a story of summer evenings in Dave and Morley’s neigh... more
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“He’s not well, Stuart.”
We’re going way back today with two pieces from pre-Vinyl Cafe days! One is a favourite you’ve been requesting, back from Stuart McLean’s regular appearances on Peter Gzowski’s Morningside. (Spoiler alert: You’ll see what ha... more
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This is such a heart warming, and humoured show. It’s our goto podcast as we head for a morning walk to enjoy the day with a smile.
Thank you for bringing the Vinyl Café back, and for the classy way that you have done it. Stewart is truly the best storyteller, and it often brings a tear to my eye, listening to his old stories.
This is great. It’s like the best show ever we listen to it on almost every car ride. I need more of this. Ps I really like Dave cooks the turkey
I have been listening to this podcast for a year now and I love it so much and it’s the best one I have ever listened too and we all miss Stuart god bless him and I the show must go on 🩷🩷💙💙
I’ve loved the vinyl cafe as a little kid and still love it now. I’m glade that there is a pod for it, even though reading the original book is pretty awesome
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Warm, family-centred Canadian storytelling with a focus on everyday life, memory, and community. Episodes blend nostalgic vault recordings and new-host narration to celebrate small moments, family dynamics, and the humane humor that threads through Dave, Morley, and their kids. Listeners often encounter intimate monologues, behind-the-scenes insights from long-time producers, and gentle humor wrapped in heartfelt memories, making it a comforting, talk-to-the-ear experience that feels like a cozy gathering of friends.
What stands out is the mix of archival Vinyl Cafe moments and fresh hosting, the palpable warmth of the host guide, and a consistent emphasis on kindness, resilience, and belonging. The show frequently revisits Canadian cultur... more
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2. Rod Wotherspoon
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4. Nicole Boucher
5. Monica Samuda Poitra
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7. Ken Samuda
8. Madeleine Samuda
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