Episodios
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Sarah Hamilton, an Edmonton City Councillor and member of the Top 40 Under 40 class of 2024, shares her surreal experience of being recognized on the list, her political journey that includes being the brunt of verbal insults and the challenges of balancing motherhood with her role in politics. She shares some insight into the role of councillors and why everyone needs to participate in the political process.
See the list of Top 40 Under 40s 2024
Read Sarah Hamilton's Top 40 Under 40 profile.
Join the conversation on Edify's Instagram.
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(00:13) - Sarah Hamilton is a Top 40(03:20) - The Start of Her Career(04:49) - Political Vision(12:46) - Balancing Work and Personal Life in Politics(18:32) - City Challenges and Budget Constraints(21:21) - Comparing Current and Previous Councils(31:40) - Future Plans and Political Aspirations(32:32) - The Role of Media and Public Discourse--Credits--
Hosted by Trudy Callaghan and Steven Sandor
Produced by Odvod Media
Audio Engineering by Steve Glen
Original music by Darrin Hagen
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Heather Thomson, a former Top 40 Under 40 honouree and vice president of strategy, research, and engagement at the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce joins Trudy and Steven to talk about the experience as a judge for the 2024 Top 40 Under 40 awards. Heather shares her thoughts on the rigorous judging process and provides an insiderâs look at how it all works. She also reflects on the celebratory nature of the event and together they discuss the significance of the Top 40 list in showcasing Edmonton's vibrant community.
See Top 40 Under 40s
Read Heather Thomson's Top 40 Under 40 profile
Join the conversation by commenting on Edify's Instagram
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(00:25) - Heather Thomson's Introduction and Top 40 Experience(02:26) - Steven Sandor's Role (07:42) - Heather Thomson is a Judge(09:14) - The Judging Process and Initial Eliminations(16:17) - Challenges and Rewards of Judging(22:21) - Finalizing the Top 40(28:49) - Reflections on the Judging Experience(36:23) - Close--Creditsâ
Hosted by Trudy Callaghan and Steven Sandor
Produced by Odvod Media
Audio Engineering by Steve Glen
Original music by Darrin Hagen
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Steven and Trudy dispel myths and provide insights into the selection process for Edify's Top 40 Under 40 honorees.
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Get your tickets to the 2024 top 40 Awards.See more from Edify Magazine.Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X.
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(00:00) - Intro(01:10) - What Is Top 40(05:45) - Judging(09:54) - Tips for Applying(14:16) - Integrity of Process(21:10) - Open Intake(25:42) - Connections(30:05) - More Myths(35:04) - Close
--Credits--Hosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan
Produced by Odvod Media
Audio Engineering by Steve Glen
Original music by Darrin Hagen
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Over 13,000 people live in Edmontonâs Downtown neighbourhood, but thereâs stigma about this area; people often donât see the core as a safe and engaging place to call home.
Mike Saunders, the Senior Vice President of Qualico Properties, has a vision to change that perception. He tells us about the power of compassion and creativity in urban development.
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Read the Edify article: Tearing Down The Great Wall of 104 Ave.Explore the Stations Lands development project.Read more about Mikeâs Northern Lights Award of Distinction in the article: Edmonton Chamber of Commerce: The Difference MakersSee more from Edify Magazine.Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X
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(00:00) - Intro(02:27) - Rail Lands(08:50) - Visioning(14:46) - Municipalities(19:43) - Edmontonâs Story(23:31) - Mike's Career Highlight(29:47) - Close
--CreditsâHosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan
Produced by Odvod Media
Audio Engineering by Steve Glen
Original music by Darrin Hagen
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From Haskap Chili Mimosas to a Magic Lemonade that changes colour, Albertaâs first sober bar is anything but boring. Trudy and Steve speak with JoAnne Pearce, mocktail maven here in Edmonton. She speaks about what inspired her to brew up complex, original mocktails for discerning flavour seekers.
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Find out more about Spilt and see its menu.Read the article in Edify: Sober and Delicious.See more fromEdify Magazine.Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X.--Related Links--
See what Stats Canada found out about how Canadians consume alcohol in their 2023 article: Dry February, you say?--Chapters--
(00:00) - Intro(01:17) - Mocktails (06:09) - Binge Culture Shift(11:35) - 0-Proof (16:11) - Terroir to Tumbler(18:28) - Art Deco Revival(25:36) - Complex Palate(30:58) - Close
--Credits--Hosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan
Produced by Odvod Media
Audio Engineering by Steve Glen
Original music by Darrin Hagen
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Bike lanes are a divisive topic here in Edmonton. Some people advocate in their favour, while others are filled with rage at their very existence, and the fact that the City Council put $100 million aside for them. But love âem or hate âem, bike lanes are an important part of urban infrastructure, allowing for many types of active transportation.
Mauricio Ochoa, President and CEO of FCX Developments, joins us to talk about how he builds homes for people who like to get around â and why we should love cyclists.
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Find out more about how FCX Developments approaches affordable housing.Read the Edify article: Hate Bike Lanes? Read This Now.See more fromEdify Magazine.Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X.--Chapters--
(00:00) - Intro(03:56) - Design(07:33) - Location(13:44) - Colombia to Canada(20:15) - Lane Rage(26:04) - Close--Creditsâ
Hosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan
Produced by Odvod Media
Audio Engineering by Steve Glen
Original music by Darrin Hagen
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In the Age of Instagram, paid influencers and people peddling empty content, how can you make sure to set your personal filter to spot legitimate journalism? Edify publisher Trudy Callaghan and editor-in-chief Steven Sandor discuss what it's like to try and stick to the ethical principles when there is so much pressure on magazines to sell their souls.
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Read the article âOttawa keeps spending on influencers. Liberals say itâs about stemming disinformationâ from the Globe and Mail.Read the article âThe Contestant Who Outsmarted The Price Is Rightâ by Chris Jone. (Note: the article is owned by Esquire and is behind a paywall).Learn more about the Alberta Magazine Publishers Association (AMPA).See more from Edify Magazine.Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X.
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(00:00) - Intro(05:47) - Integrity(11:23) - Trust(16:12) - Meaningful Stories (24:42) - Democracy Matters(28:16) - Values (36:45) - Close
--CreditsâHosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan
Produced by Odvod Media
Audio Engineering by Steve Glen
Original music by Darrin Hagen
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Edifyâs Art director, Kim Larson, joins us to talk about designing covers. Dream job? Maybe! We talk about getting from the photoshoot to public reaction. Youâll hear about the surprising controversies and meaningful profiles weâve featured.
Good to know: you cannot buy your way onto Edifyâs cover. Itâs not for sale.
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â See the covers we talked about this episode:
Gene and Karen Principe - read the article: When Gene Met Karen
Jason Kenney - read the article: âI Wanted to Have a Normal Life.â
Darnell Nurse - read the article: Enough
WEM Fashion - see the fashion spread: Heat Wave
â See more fromEdify Magazine.
â Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X.
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(00:00) - Intro(01:00) - Too Sexy(06:03) - The Jason Kenny Cover(13:00) - The Storm(16:28) - Too Sexy, Again!(19:19) - The Darnelle Nurse Cover(22:54) - Canât Buy It(26:20) - Shoot to Press(29:21) - Close
--CreditsâHosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan.
Produced by Odvod Media.
Audio Engineering by Steve Glen.
Original music by Darrin Hagen.
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Edmonton city is growing rapidly. We need housing and infrastructure to support it. Kalen Anderson, CEO at BILD Edmonton Metro, joins us to unpack the controversy of South Edmonton and the nuances of urban development.
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Read the article - The Beautiful SouthAnd the responding Letter to the Editor in our June digital issue, p15.See the City of Edmontonâs City Plan.Learn more about BILD Edmonton Metro.See more from Edify Magazine.Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X.--Chapters--
(00:00) - Intro(02:39) - Growth + Supply(09:43) - Superiority Complexes(21:18) - Developers(30:55) - Downtown(36:33) - Catalysts(41:05) - Close
--CreditsâHosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan.
Produced by Odvod Media.
Audio Engineering by Steve Glen.
Original music by Darrin Hagen.
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It's the inaugural episode of Edify Unfiltered. Buckle in as Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan (the Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of Edify magazine) talk about the wild process of creating a city magazine: the team, the evolution, the âinterestingâ stuff people send and other hints about the weird and wonderful stories that bring this magazine to life.
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Read the article Steve flew to Los Angeles for: Growing Up Comrie See Edify with other past winners for AMPAs Best Magazine Award: https://albertamagazines.com/awards/magazine-of-the-year/ See more from Edify Magazine.Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X.--Chapters--
(00:00) - Intro(01:19) - For the Love of Print(04:59) - Expectations(09:03) - The Billionaire (12:53) - A New Era(18:12) - EDify.(24:06) - Creative Ventures (29:30) - Lofts and Lunches(37:15) - The Superyacht Depression(41:04) - Close
--CreditsâHosted by Steve Sandor and Trudy Callaghan.
Produced by Odvod Media.
Audio Engineering by Steve Glen.
Original music by Darrin Hagen.
