Afternoon Pint

Deva Station & her husband Jake Rafuse (Dyna Might) are a power couple that are  fun to have a beer with. Their show Apocalyptic Kitchen is in its third season and we discuss a lot of things from the artistry behind drag to the power of love kindness and community in the face of adversity.  You can find them all over social media through the links below: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Stati...

The Halifax Club was founded in 1862 as a private social club for Halifax’s business and political leaders. Located on Hollis Street in the heart of downtown Halifax, the Club has survived economic upheavals, urban renewal and the Halifax explosion.  Meaghan has been a leader for change within the club turning it into a wedding and event destination while respecting the clubs legacy and tradition....

We chat with Ross McNeil in the cigar room at Duggers Menswear to hear the story on his independent family menswear business.  Ross tells us about the major struggles of his father and himself running this family business, the times banks thought they wouldn't survive and how the business got through Covid For great mens fashion we encourage you to get down to Duggers to see it yourself, but...

You may recognize  Barrie from his previous role in Trailer Park Boys as Ricky’s father figure.  Today he joins the show to chat bit about the independent  film he wrote and directed The Madones, which opens in theatres across Nova Scotia on Febuary 16th. This episode was recorded at the fantastic new micro pub 'Hardisty Brewing' in Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia. The Madones - Trailer: https...

Marc shares his story on how he came to own and operate the Comedy Cove on Tour  and run another business called Funny Fundraisers, which helped raise over 1.5 million for various charities. He's preformed alongside some of the greatest comedians in the world, was once pressured by Joe Rogan to stay in New York and pursue his dreams and his current love of comedian mentorship celebrating the...

Jake was originally selected as 3rd round draft pick by the New York Yankees in 2019 out of Western Kentucky University. Hailing from Cole Harbour Nova Scotia,  Sanford is still the highest drafted player ever from his native province. Jakes career was cut short when he got into some trouble with gambling, but has been tirelessly working on reversing his past mistakes and getting his career back. ...

Today we hang out with Blake and Christine, vocalists and guitarists of the Campbell and Johnston Black Market Band.  Their band produces a quality hybrid of Blues-Rock and roots music with a modern twist.  They have opened for huge acts including  Burton Cummings, Steve Earle & Bob Seger. Their latest release won “Best Blues Album” at the 2022 ECMAs, earned a Maple Blues nomination. Campbell...

Erin has a storied career of casting  people for commercials, tv and film in Eastern Canada. Erin shares a few stories and laughs while providing some valuable insight on where to get started if you yourself wake up on the East Coast of Canada one day and think you want to be in the movies. Included below are a few links that were discussed in this episode: https://www.hennesseycasting.com/ https:...

Our friend Steve aka ‘Chip,’ has been positing daily videos on his just for fun, random pick, sports betting page called Three Overs Daily. Steve gets others to pick three games a day from his ex girlfriends, to random strangers he meets on the street, even his dogs! His daily videos have brought him to many interesting places, including promoting lots of small businesses and restaurants along the...

Lawrence has a 30 year military background, and has taken his passion for training from the military world to entrepreneurism. Founding Independent Armoured Transport (IAT) in 1996, Lawrence has focused on professionalizing the security and armoured transport industry.  One year after IAT , Lawrence founded Independent Security Services Atlantic, and he didn't stop there. With a growing inter...

Ian is an announcer host for Country 103.5 in Halifax. He also has been the announcer for the Halifax Mooseheads Hockey team at the Scotiabank Centre for the past 26 years! Go Moose Go! We chat with Ian about his new joke for Hockey fans titled “The ultimate hockey joke book - Laugh your face off,”    https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/the-ultimate-hockey-joke-book-laugh-your-face-off/9781772761801.html...

Today we speak with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois - Sylvain is a Canadian Researcher, author and professor in food distribution and policy. He is Cohost of the hit Canadian podcast THE FOOD PROFESSOR which provides insights on  issues in the food service grocery and restaurant industry,  Today’s episode was recorded at the great Nine Locks Brewery in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Enjoy!  #food #shrinkflation #...

This week we speak with Tim Antonowicz. Tim is a good friend  to Matt and Mike and has listened through the first 24 episodes  of our show, helping with  thoughtful notes and feedback after each one. We appreciate Tims support and he was the perfect guest to do our season 1 recap with. Thanks Tim. This is the Thank you episode where the biggest thank you goes to both of our entire families, our fr...

Welcome to the Afternoon Pint Holiday Special, Today we interview Santa Claus, Woody the Christmas Tree and their ‘manager’ Lee Rodgers.  We also have an incredible new Song at the end of this episode from the Cambpell and Johnston’s Black Market Band called ‘Its Christmas Time Again.”  So pour up a pint of Egg Nog and Enjoy! Thank you to Campbell and Johnston for providing their latest single. Be...

Today we speak with Lewis Coverdale, Elijah Boulton & Connor Locke of Shwing Entertainment. Shwing is a creative trio that spend their free hours creating YouTube content, have their own podcast called ‘High Before Breakfast,’ and were recently  winners of the 2022 48 hour film festival. You can also watch the video of this episode on the Swing entertainment YouTube channel. Enjoy! #podcast #4...

Clint Sock is a Mi’Kmaq, Indigenous rapper and producer. Raised in the Kjipuktuk Mi’Kma’ki, Clint has some significant medical conditions but still manages to make incredibly insightful music, sharing stories both new and forgotten.  We invite you to stay to the end of this episode to hear his song ‘Every Child Matters,’ also available on Spotify, YouTube  and Apple Music.  Thank you to Ol Biddys...

This week we speak with Jordi Morgan. Jordi is a well known radio and television broadcaster in Nova Scotia Canada. He's had a run in politics, and he is currently Vice President of Atlantic Government Relations for restaurants Canada. HUGE THANKS To Ol Biddys (Great Roads Brewing) for allowing us to record in their space. These guys are awesome. They even let Matt name their new beer the &ap...

This week we speak with award winning, R&B Signer & Author from North Preston Nova Scotia, Keonte Beals! Keonte is the founder of K Beals Entertainment, has published two children books, and is a public speaker for audiences of all ages on the value of self worth.  Please Stay tuned after this episode to hear Keonte's song 'Let Go' from his 2020 album titled KING . Enjoy&apo...

Todays guests are Amanda and Kristen, co-hosts of the hugely popular podcast known as Momicide. In Momidice, Amanda and Kristen dive deep into some of the world's most intriguing cases, with genuine insight, reaction, heart and humour. Please checkout the links below if you want to hear their show! Instead of the pub this show wad recorded in Mikes kitchen! We also have Mikes partner Andrea w...

Todays guest is DJ, producer, radio personality, live events promoter, teacher and Performer, Halifax Legend RS SMOOTH! RS SMOOTH Celebrated his 25th for hit show Smooth Grooves, which you can hear every Sunday on CKDU starting at 2PM. Ryan is also an instructor with the Nova Scotia Community College for the Radio Television Journalism program. To keep up with RS SMOOTH, and know about have access...

Todays guest is Former Canadian journalist & news anchor for CTV's Live at 5, Nancy Regan! Since her early retirement from the newsroom Nancy has been on many new ventures including acting, podcasting,  consulting others in their public speaking ability and she even published her first book called From Showing Off to Showing UP: An Impostor's Journey from Perfect to Present. An intim...

Andrea Menard is an Award winning Actor & Singer/Songwriter, public speaker and a top leader in feminine leadership. Andrea is a proud member of the Metis Nations of Canada. We encourage you to go to andreamenard.com to learn more about her and visit the section titled Sacred Feminine Learning Lodge if you would like to check out some of her wellness programs. Big thanks to the Brown Hound Pub...

This week we speak with Terri Coolen, Terri is a Transgender Speaker and Educator, freelance photographer, actor turned aspiring director and a whole lot more. Big thanks to Good Robot Brewing for the excellent beer and for allowing us to record this episode. Enjoy! #lgbt #trans #transrights #canada #novascotia #afternoonpint #acting #depression Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Home Does Not Have to Be...

This week we speak with Terry Spearns and Kelley Williston of the Nova Scotia International Student Program.  We learn  about how this program helps foster international students and families, sharing spaces and cultures, broadening the human experience for all. If theres an extra room in your home and you feel this is a right experience for you, go to https://nsisp.ca/host to learn more. Thanks a...

This week we chat with Todd the Beer Dude. Todd is the Author of the Maritime Beer Report and a true craft beer enthusiast  that shares with us some his favorite beers from Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and beyond. Thank you to Station Six In Spryfield Nova Scotia for hosting this episode. Station Six has a impressive revamped menu and a selection of Craft Beers on tap! Send us Fan Mail Your Dream Ho...