Coffee In The Park with Jennifer and Cam

Send us Fan Mail Grab a coffee and settle in for a fascinating look behind the scenes of professional hockey with Brooklyn Rasmussen, an Arena Technician at OEG Sports & Entertainment.  As the first woman to drive the Zamboni for the Oilers—and one of only about five in the entire NHL—Brooklyn’s journey took her from power plants in BC to the high-stakes environment of Rogers Place. She shares...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a coffee and chat with Shane Blakely, Edmonton’s "Eye in the Sky." Shane’s career was deeply influenced by his father, the original "Flying Tiger," who pioneered the city's aerial traffic reporting. Growing up in cockpits, Shane developed a passion for both aviation and photography. Although he spent thirty years in the photography industry wit...

Send us Fan Mail Jamaican Jerk brings island heat with a serious bit of attitude. Sweet tropical notes collide with Scotch Bonnet fire, a hint of allspice, and that smoky charred edge that screams "Grill Master Energy!" Wing Snob Canada presents their Flavour of the Month: Jamaican Jerk ! We spoke with Chief Chicken Wing Extraordinaire, Mike Chadi , who called it a "flavour vacation...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a coffee and chat with Katherine Plouffe, Canadian Olympic Women's Basketball Player! Katherine Plouffe grew up in the Mill Woods neighborhood of Edmonton as the youngest of five children. During her youth, she was a multi-sport athlete who played both basketball and volleyball alongside her twin sister. After high school, Katherine was recruited to play college b...

Send us Fan Mail Happy New Year! We are kicking off 2026 with a high-energy episode as we settle into the winter season.  Join Jennifer and Cam as they ring in the New Year and dive into everything 2026 has in store. From navigating the Alberta winter (thanks to some classic Farmers’ Almanac predictions) to checking in on our 2026 Horoscopes for the Year of the Fire Horse, we’re covering it all. W...

Send us Fan Mail Grab your favourite holiday drink and join us for our first episode of the year! In this special "Year in Review," Jennifer and Cam go behind the scenes to look at how the podcast has grown over the last 12 months. We’re diving into our Spotify Wrapped results to share some fun demographics and see just how far these stories have traveled across the globe. Jennifer and C...

Send us Fan Mail Grab a coffee and join us for a fascinating conversation with Shane Getson , MLA for Lac Ste. Anne-Parkland. Shane’s journey is anything but typical, and in this episode, we trace his roots from a family farm near Wildwood—where he learned the grit of manual labor and heavy machinery—to playing high school sports in a tiny K-12 school of just 300 students. Shane takes us behind th...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a coffee and chat with Renowned Indigenous Chef Shane Chartrand, owner of PAPERBIRCH . From growing up on a farm outside Red Deer to competing on the national stage of Top Chef Canada , Shane’s journey is a masterclass in using doubt as fuel to build a world-class career. Shane’s love for cooking began at a Red Deer truck stop, where he realized food could truly change...

Send us Fan Mail Grab your favorite mug (or a wine glass!) and tune in for a coffee and chat with Wine Sommelier Karen Principe , as we officially launch our new segment: Grape Expectations! In this episode, Karen gives us a crash course on the fundamentals, ensuring you get the most out of every bottle. We cover: The essential steps to tasting wine like a professional, including the famous "...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we sit down for a deeply personal and inspiring chat with Lori Patrick, Executive Director of Adeara Recovery Centre , to explore the heart of long-term recovery: community and family . Adeara's Mission and History Lori shares her journey from working in insurance and completing her business diploma at NAIT to finding her calling in women's ministries, ultimat...

Send us Fan Mail A perfect blend of contrast—bold Habanero sauce with a splash of sweet tropical mango. Wing Snob Canada presents their Flavour of the Month: Mango Habanero ! We spoke with the man behind the flavour, Mike Chadi, who called it the perfect choice when you want sweet and heat in one bite.  Don’t wait- check out the nearest Wing Snob location and order yours today! 👇 https://www.wing...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode, we sit down with the one and only Mark Connolly, the beloved, now-retired host of CBC Radio and the Morning Show. Mark shares his deeply personal, Edmonton-based story, beginning with his family's immigration from Ireland and his first exposure to the world of broadcasting—cleaning the CBC building for his father’s janitorial business. Hear about the...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a coffee and chat with Jordan Baker, President, Head Coach, and General Manager for the Edmonton Stingers! Jordan's remarkable journey began right here, growing up in a basketball family (his mother coached the U of A Pandas) before becoming a standout at Harry Ainlay and a celebrated player for the U of A. He offers an authentic look at his professional playing c...

Send us Fan Mail You asked and we answered! Here is Pet Peeves Part 2! We're back with a vengeance to tackle the minor (but infuriating) annoyances of everyday life that drive us all mad. This week, we dive deep into the specific frustrations of public life and retail chaos. From rogue shopping carts left stranded in the parking lot to the subtle anxieties of shopping mall drama , we chat all...

Send us Fan Mail In honor of Remembrance Day , we welcome Jon Alexander , a veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces and former Corporal, for a very special conversation about service and the transition home. Jon, an Alberta native , recounts his path from graduating high school in Spruce Grove to his intensive year of training across Canada, which took him through Quebec, Wainwright, and Edmonton. He...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when spicy Buffalo sauce and savory Parmesan cheese join forces? Pure perfection! ✨ Wing Snob Canada presents their Flavor of the Month: Buffalo Parmesan ! We spoke with Chief Chicken Wing Extraordinaire, Mike Chadi , who called it the definition of where fiery meets fancy . Are you ready to trade your usual order for this amazing combo? Find out why everyone is ravi...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a coffee with Aariz Mawji, Founder of the Ben Stelter School Fundraiser and Self-Taught AI Engineer. Hear how this 15-year-old leader is inspiring students across Edmonton and driving the mission to fund proton beam therapy right here in Canada.  Aariz details his incredible journey—from learning prompt engineering at age 13 to single-handedly launching this massive in...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a coffee and chat with Geoff Cummer , Assistant Supervisor of Marine Life at West Edmonton Mall! Geoff shares his journey—from growing up in Barrhead to working in Los Angeles before returning to Edmonton to pursue his lifelong dream. Learn how he transitioned from the educational side of WEM Marine Life to animal care following COVID. We dive into the details of WEM’s...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a coffee and chat with the legendary Dr. Randy Gregg ! Randy shares his incredible, fast-paced story of balancing an elite hockey career with medical school, all while staying true to his Edmonton roots. From his active childhood as the youngest of six to his early academic success (graduating high school at 16!), Randy’s path was always extraordinary. He recounts the...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a coffee and chat with Ryan Jespersen , host of Real Talk! Ryan shares his compelling journey from a busy Calgary upbringing, where he got his first job cleaning his father's medical offices, to becoming one of Alberta's most recognizable voices in media. We discuss how an early introduction to journalism led him to drop his plans for health sciences, which h...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a coffee and conversation with Dan Cote-Rosen , the dynamic Vice President of Marketing for the Oilers Entertainment Group (OEG)!  We dive into Dan's unique upbringing, which took him from his birthplace in Montreal to living in fascinating places like France and Brazil before his family eventually settled in Toronto. Dan shares his surprising career path, startin...

Send us Fan Mail The Ben's Meats Story: A Legacy on Stony Plain Road Join us for a coffee and chat with Dave van Leeuwen , the third-generation owner of Ben's Meats. We dive into the fascinating history of this Edmonton staple, started by his grandfather in 1953 in the town of Jasper Place—before it was even a part of Edmonton. Dave shares how the original storefront was a small living r...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a coffee and an incredible chat with Minister Nate Glubish , Alberta’s Minister of Technology and Innovation. We dive into his fascinating and unexpected path that took him from the stage to the legislature. Nate takes us back to his roots in Edmonton, his time in Saskatoon, and his discovery of a passion for corporate finance at the University of Saskatchewan. But bef...

Send us Fan Mail Behind the Stalks: The Edmonton Corn Maze Story Ever wondered what it takes to run one of Alberta's most famous attractions? We sat down with Jesse Kraay , one of the masterminds behind the Edmonton Corn Maze, for an incredible behind-the-scenes look at how this local landmark came to be. Jesse takes us back to his childhood on a hog farm in Lacombe, where his family's o...

Send us Fan Mail Disclaimer: Our apologies for the audio issues in the first half of the episode. We had some technical difficulties that made Cam sound a bit distant and echo-y, but we promise the second half is worth the wait! Join us for a coffee with Josh Classen , CTV Edmonton's Chief Meteorologist, for a chat that's anything but predictable. Get to know the man behind the forecast...