
Let’s get into the curiosities and constants that make Calgary a wonderful and sometimes frustrating place to call home. One story and conversation at a time. Hosted by Jenny Howe. Every Wednesday.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 96 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Calgary has longed for a large multisport fieldhouse for nearly 20 years -- and the city has $109 million dollars earmarked for the project. So, what’s the hold up? In this week’s episode, host Loren McGinnis talks to Jason Zaran, chair of the Calgar... more
Yes, it really IS almost done! The Glenbow, Calgary's flagship art and history museum, has been undergoing a major transformation, and is set to reopen sometime in 2027. So - how's it looking? Jenny got to poke around inside with some curatorial staf... more
The Calgary Drop-In Centre provides a place to sleep for hundreds of unhoused Calgarians every night. But the D.I. is now being pressured to leave the East Village, in part because of concerns about crime and social disorder in the downtown. This is ... more
Calgary city council just passed a motion 12-3 to repeal blanket rezoning. City councillors Andrew Yule (Ward 3) and Nathaniel Schmidt (Ward 8) were two of the councillors who voted against it. This is Calgary host Jenny finds out why they weren't in... more
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A Calgary-focused talk show exploring city life, governance, infrastructure, culture, and neighbourhood stories through in-depth conversations with local journalists, politicians, business owners, and residents. Episodes span municipal issues like water infrastructure, budget debates, and planning, to vibrant cultural scenes such as theatre spaces and genre books, often tying history and current events to everyday Calgary life. A standout trait is its mix of policy-driven analysis with community voices, producing accessible context for listeners who want to understand how decisions shape the city and what local initiatives mean for residents and small businesses.
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