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A Conversation with Graffiti Writer, ARE VTS. ARE is a Graffiti Writer from Vancouver, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: the 1994 Vancouver Canucks, picture books > word books, www.visualorgasm.com , perpetual fandom, travel tips, what his parents think of graffiti, FARIO, and some major crew love. www.nowherefaststudio.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discu...

A Conversation with Painter, Ian de Beer . Ian is a Painter, someone who has recently taken up interviewing , and a former graffiti writer (who served the second longest prison sentence in US history for graffiti), among many other things. In this episode we discuss: graffiti writers showing face on main, Buffalo's inherent work ethic, Andy Warhol being from Pittsburgh, ATAK BF , Trompe-l'...

Episode 103 (Episode 001). A Conversation with TEEN , of Crack Gallery. TEEN is the founder of Crack Gallery , a graffiti writer, and an undeniable staple in the Vancouver art scene, among many other things. This was actually our inaugural episode, 001. I had been stocking Crack Gallery items at my shop for a couple years before actually meeting TEEN in Vancouver in 2021. We talked for a while, it...

A Conversation with Caitlin Thompson , of Racquet Magazine . Caitlin is a Journalist, a Tennis Player, and the co-founder of Racquet Magazine , among many other things. In this episode we discuss: being an Alberta Apologist, the 4 year plan, her episode of How Long Gone , Marlboro 100s,  Tyler Brûlé , sense of mission, Ava Wallace 's reporting, alliteration, Racquet's Rennae Stubbs Tennis...

A Conversation with DJ D.DEE. D.DEE is a DJ, founder of Pacific Rhythm , and a co-founder of Paradise Vancouver , among many other things. In this episode we discuss: fake ids, failure being totally fine, reading the room, first thought best thought, No Fun Radio, Remio, RHEK, Pacific Rhythm's 10 year anniversary (as well as Paradise's 5), and the "stay out late it feels great" l...

A Conversation with Ben Fenton, of Balancing Acts. Ben is the Founder of Balancing Acts, a Climber, and a Designer, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: What's with all the cool people from Calgary? Ben offers the most concise and honest reasoning for why GORP happened, the inspiration behind Balancing Acts, the Drum and bass / Bouldering Venn diagram, comparing old skate video...

A Conversation with Music & Media Studies Professor, Brian Fauteux. Brian is a Professor at the University of Alberta, the co-host of WDWK on CJSR, and a Polaris Prize juror, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Doing a PHD in College Radio, Brian's part in the Cultural Capital Project, Green Day's album 'Dookie', Reverb Toronto, Pros and Cons of Local Radio, St...

A Conversation with Artist, Jonathan Wolfe. Jonathan is a Painter, a Drawer, and an Animator, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Jonathan's time spent at ACAD, which discipline came first?, self-criticism, ULINE Catalogues, working with rocks, how NFTs work, Sora AI, and make Podcasts long again. www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Annaliza Toledo and Trevor Peters, of Rust Magic. Trevor and Anna co-founded the Rust Magic Mural Festival together. *I had attempted to start a Podcast before this one. This is an interview that I did years ago for that platform (2021) that I've always wanted to re-purpose and release again. Due to a scheduling mix up with a guest, I was able to this week.* Keep in mind, n...

A Conversation with Thrifter, Mark Gujelde. Mark is a Thrifter, a connoisseur of used stuff, and the owner of multiple Herman Miller Office Chairs, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Finding an Urn (full of ashes) at the Thrift, second-hand Sex Toys, Murder Memorabilia, Google Lens, is sustainability real?, vintage Shein, how much Arc'teryx is too much Ard'teryx?, and the...

A Conversation with Author, Kate Black. Kate is an Author, a former HorseTopia User, and an adorer of West Edmonton Mall, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Kate's new book "Big Mall", swearing too much, Hauntology, people living in the Catacombs of West Edmonton Mall, cockroaches at the Waterpark, Horse Girl Culture, Nexopia Plus, being emo for her Book Launch, the...

A Conversation with Climber, Brennan Pratt. Brennan is a Climber, a Route Setter, and a former Snowboard Coach, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Trading snowboarding for climbing, unpretentious communities, Route Skeletons, bouldering lingo, Climbing Photography, Third Spaces, and Stage Fright.  www.nowherefaststudio.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss th...

A Conversation with DJ,  Dane MacDonald. Dane is a dance music DJ, an Ex Record Store Manager, and a fan of isolated sound, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Treehouse Records, Edmonton After Hours Clubs of the early 2000s, the Save the Rave Protest, Napster, DJ Tripswitch, flyer budgets, message boards, the sound system at 9910, and the book "Last Night a DJ Saved my Life&...

A Conversation with Graffiti Writer, Demer. Demer is a Graffiti Writer, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: the notion of relevancy, being a toy, RIP Chazmo, is Devon Alberta the Hip-hop Mecca of Canada?, demonic paintings, Pogo Punks, and what he thinks about his children hypothetically doing graffiti. www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Community Helper,  Veronica Fuentes. Veronica is a Community Helper, an Artist, and a Climate Advocate, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: the STOP THE SWEEPS Stickers, !@#$ the Ice District, Camp Pekiwewin, Veronica's work with Indigenous Peoples Power Project, Sixties Scoop, booking Hardcore Shows at 16, and of course... Bowling. www.nowherefaststudio.co...

A Conversation with Social Worker, Rachelle Gladue. Rachelle is a Social Worker, Co-Founder of Tawaw Outreach, and a Mother, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: the number 7, Cree Naming Ceremonies, Rachelle getting involved in Social Work through initially pursuing Policing, ways to better effect change in Indigenous Communities, what exactly is happening with these Encampment Sw...

A Conversation with Harm Reduction Outreach Nurse, Tabatha Plesuk. Tabatha is a Harm Reduction Worker, a Registered Nurse, and has a Masters in Library and Information Studies, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: being hyper-organized, Naloxone and how it works, building trust with clients, everyday advocacy, the Northgate Mall Walmart Pharmacy, and a potential bowling marathon. w...

A Conversation with Local Meme Page Admin, ⁠Yego. Death⁠ Yego is a popular Edmonton Meme Account, they are feeling good when they're on Whyte Ave, and they definitely were not nervous to be on this Podcast. In this episode we discuss: all things ⁠Yego. Death,⁠ we answer some listener submitted questions, and Yego says a few affirmations. Please enjoy our Christmas Special! From our families to...

A Conversation with Community-Based Researcher, Rylan Kafara. Rylan is a Researcher, an Advocate, and an Ethnographer, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: his Non-Alcoholic Beer reviews, competitive swimming, community development, compersion, the non-profit industrial complex, ethnography, the ethics of being an Oilers fan, The Lofts (a comic Rylan made, illustrated by artist Spy...

A Conversation with Omar Mouallem. Omar is a Filmmaker, an Author, and a Journalist, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: prematurely pitching stories to The New Yorker, lessons learned growing up in an immigrant family, The Lebanese Burger Mafia documentary, clickbait, a Burger Baron coffee table book, giving away secret recipes, and Omar's foray into indie wrestling. www.nowh...

A Conversation with Harm Reduction Worker, Will Cardinal-Mawer. Will is a Harm Reduction Worker in Edmonton's Inner City, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: what initially brought Will to a career in Harm Reduction, leaving Christianity, much needed policy changes, the absurdity of the Oilers Entertainment Group, Harm Reduction resources in Edmonton, and five-pin bowling. www...

A Conversation with Photographer, Zachary Ayotte. Zach is a Photographer, a Writer, and an owner of multiple Dogs, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: the elephant in the room (Zach being a Photographer without an Instagram), Annie Murphy Paul, Dog Influencers, Entomology, making mistakes on purpose, Nan Goldin, before phones were smart, and Zach's Substack, "Plain Sight&...

A Conversation with Girl Boss, Kyla Kazeil. Kyla co-owns Bamboo Ballroom, The Common, 9910, Fu's, Dolly's , Double Dragon, and is a Mother of two, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: what Kyla wanted to be when she grew up, community hubs, opening her store in 2005, Crystal Lounge, Whyte Ave now and then, the first Common location, Peruvian food, not everyone's going t...

A Conversation with Justin, Pat, and Mac, of FOOSH. Justin founded FOOSH in 1999, Pat came on in 2006 and is now a Partner in the Company, and Mac joined in 2015 and is now the Head Buyer for the Store. In this episode we discuss: iconic FOOSH releases in the early years of the shop, what inspires their continued relevance, trusting staff, learning to be okay with delegating, three generations of...

A Conversation with Photographer, Mark Webber. Mark is a Photographer, a retired videographer, and a fan of small towns, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: what led to his interest in Photos, simple living, the pros and cons of instant film, the anxiety of putting negatives in the mail, no flash photography, how Mark ended up with his first camera, early adoption of the word SUS,...