The Modern Rustic

This week we are joined by Chris Taylor, a teacher and history and film buff. We dive into a discussion on Disney, Marvel, and the changing cinematic landscape. Chris then pleads his case on why we should appreciate horror films and how the artform has changed over the years. We then head into a discussion surrounding Sasquatch and other conspiracies including celebrity assassinations and their re...

This week we try something new and have a duo episode with Russell and Zach. We discuss rapid fire topics like the psychology behind eating corn, pig butts, the ethics of beef jerky, our local brewery trip, animal agriculture, the pros and cons about living with pets, Mensa, and animal intelligence testing.  We wrap up the discussion with a lengthy chat about AI Art and the ethics, repercussi...

This week we are joined by Kelsi Paul, the Cidermaster at Taves Estate Cidery and a member of Central Fraser Valley Search and Rescue Society.  We discuss her passion for hiking and helping others as well as her work with cidermaking and how she broke into the industry. We further discuss the experiences involved in Search and Rescue, being a good Samaritan, surviving a bear encounter, kinesi...

this week we welcome Greg Hessels a dairy genetics advisor for Westgen. We discuss a large range of topics including google maps, bees, encyclopedias, changing tech and media, plastic firearms, and duotangs. We discuss our thoughts on the nature vs. nurture argument in terms of parenting and ruminate on types of communication, introverts vs extroverts, and Greg's own personal journey with hearing...

This week we discuss space pens, dog years, sock sliders, and the instant pot revolution. We then head into a discussion on the Abbotsford Airshow then we touch on the celebrity private jet emissions discussion. We further discuss transportation and the future of the Fraser Valley in regards to bullet trains and rocket taxis. We also discuss the green city of Singapore and the development of...

This week we are joined by Madison McArthur and Dylan Coulter, the President and Vice-President of Bard in the Valley, respectively. We discuss their upcoming show "Measure For Measure", a live outdoor Shakespearean comedy experience July 7-10, 14-17 at Township 7 Winery, July 28-31 at Douglas Park and August 4-7 at Eco Dairy. We also highlight "The Seussification of Romeo and Juliet" July 21-23 a...

This week we are joined by Sean Olson, a civil excavator and expert meat smoker. We dive into his foray into the BBQ business and discuss how to get into the hobby. We also touch on Sean's love of comedy and who to keep an eye on in the stand-up circuit. We talk about Texan pigs, kill tony, and the ideal cut of meat. We end the episode with a discussion on Sean's background in a certain religious...

This week we welcome Jaron Hickerty to the show. He has been working in film and TV for years as a Focus Point. We delve into finding your passions and the industry culture. We discuss filming in different cities and weather and the methods behind getting different angles and shots. we get into the topics of creativity, passion, and being authentic in your daily life. We also debate the best films...

This week we are back with the fellas in the studio contemplating life, the ultimate gamble. We bring up some interesting discussion on the lottery system in North America and how we could improve upon it as well as the "automisation" of the local economy and the potential pitfalls associated with it. we finish the conversation with some film history chats and documentary dialogue and a brief dip...

This week we welcome one of our favorite guests to date, Kirt Purdy. Husband, father, published author, actor, teacher, avid historical board game enthusiast and designer. He walks us through some of his stories and achievements as well as touching on how he got into the teaching industry and his take on the current political system among much more. He is a walking example of how one person can af...

This week we welcome back one of our favorite guests Victor VanderEyk. We graciously try and veer away from film and movies this episode and focus on other topics such as the number of heartbeats humans are born with, being unapologetic, pigeon racing, and the esoteric art of birdwatching. Victor is a local authority on birdwatching and an active member of the community.  If you have any ques...

This week we are back in the studio with your favorite 3 hosts. We have a new treat for the audience in that we test the new Coke Starlight and Coke Coffee products on the air. We give our thoughts and opinions on these drinks while we delve into other topics including the corruption in large corporations like Coca Cola, the effects of marketing on our current food culture, food bullying, fingerpr...

This week we are joined by Lindsay Olson. A gem of a human and a fitness fanatic.  She walks us through her fitness journey and the idea behind it.  We also touch on The Office, man leggings, and her unique outlook on life.  We also share some of our best resume and job interview stories to round out the discussion.  Lindsay provides an excellent media recommendation this week...

This week we are joined by Nick Ganzeveld, a carpenter by trade as well as a new father. We discuss his family and the struggles and triumphs of fatherhood as well as delving into some interesting discussion on logging, working in the trades, the lifespans of trees, residential schools, and bidets.    If you have any questions or comments you can email us at themodernrusticpodcast@gmail....

This week we are back in the studio with your 3 favorite hosts bringing up some interesting topics regarding but not limited to; hammerhead worms, wild pigs, the origins of dreams, the FlashFoods App, and the size restrictions for moons. We bring you an update on the mink farm controversy and discuss the shopping cart theory of morality. The last topic we dive into is the popular and controversial...

This week it's your favorite 3 hosts once again bringing you the discussions you didn't know you needed. We touch on video game news, donut discussions, proper pronunciations, and food truck ideas. We remember a fallen hero from Cambodia, discuss topics of animals and film, and animals in film, memorable manholes, and demon stones. If you have any questions or comments you can email us at themoder...

This week we are joined by one of the greatest Dungeon Masters to walk among us, Westley DeFehr. We toss around some juicy conspiracies regarding Helen Keller as well as taking a more serious tone when discussing mental health and loss. The latter half of the episode is dedicated to our mutual love of Dungeons & Dragons, the worlds most popular role-playing game. Check out Bemorr Society for m...

This week we are graciously joined by Brent Vanderpol, a fan of the show and an expert on a plethora of topics. On this episode we discuss Digital currency, the Gulf Stream ocean current, the arguments for and against animal protein, and the supposed population crisis among many others. If you have any questions or comments you can email us at themodernrusticpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram...

This week our three intrepid hosts dive into topics such as the history of Daquiri's, radiation poisoning, and method acting.  We also debate the perfect movie length and explore the reasoning behind Zach's hatred of Chiropractors.  As always, we provide our media recommendations at the end of the episode so our fantastic audience has even more fun content to explore! If you have any que...

Joel Bergum is a fraser valley local and a professional painter by trade. On this episode he regales us with his tips for frugal living, wild merchandise swiping stories, head wounds, and so much more. If you have any questions or comments you can email us at themodernrusticpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram or Youtube. We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and...

This week we are joined by Daryl Rolleman, a businessman, entrepreneur, and long time listener. We have some in depth conversations regarding sandwiches, flying cars, assisted suicide, video game addiction, and tipping.  Darryl also walks us through one of his business ideas and we give our thoughts. We end the conversation by describing our ideal day and what that means for each of us. If yo...

Are fish technically pets? Do vegetables actually exist? Can we reverse the aging process? These deep questions and many more are covered this week by your 3 favorite hosts. Let us know your thoughts on all these and more by emailing us at themodernrusticpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram or check out our Youtube episodes. We are available on Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Anchor,...

This week our 3 intrepid hosts set out on a journey to uncover serious truths about our society including our thoughts on the anti-work movement, work culture, local humanitarian issues, and the next digital revolution. No deep truths were found but we still had fun! As always you can reach us at themodernrusticpodcast@gmail.com or on Instagram. This episode was recorded on January 31st

This week we digest some mixed community news, we discuss aquariums, music festivals, and James Bond. Our highlight discussion is on the right to repair act and our thoughts on this controversial topic. As always, you can reach us at themodernrusticpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram for any questions, concerns or comments. We are available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and YouTube. ...

This week we head straight into some riveting topics such as Betty White's donkey legacy, our favorite comedies, the changing landscape of digital and physical media, and we wrap up with a trip to Vermont to discuss a legal controversy that might be barking up the wrong tree.  Feel free to email us at themodernrusticpodcast@gmail.com if you have any comments.  This episode was recorded on January...