The Deets with Duddy

From back-alley burgers to national food shows, Connie DeSousa and John Jackson have shaped Calgary’s culinary identity—one bold, thoughtful, and often smoky concept at a time. On this episode of The Deets with Duddy, the powerhouse chef duo joins Jeff in studio to talk about:Building a restaurant empire from CHARCUT to CHIXLaunching Connie & John’s Pizza during the pandemicAdvocating for mental health in the kitchenHow NYC and...

“Be About It” isn’t just a motto — it’s a way of life for Jake Peacock.

Jake is a professional Muay Thai fighter, gym owner, father, and absolute mindset machine. In this episode of The Deets with Duddy, Jake shares how he built a fight career, a business, and a family — all while overcoming challenges most people couldn’t imagine.

Born without a right forearm, Jake never let that define him. From growing up in England surrounded by ...

What’s it really like to fly over the Rockies, land in a snowstorm, and then edit the footage into a viral cockpit video?

On this episode of The Deets with Duddy—Calgary’s late-night-style podcast spotlighting the city’s most fascinating creators, entrepreneurs, and leaders—we’re joined by Evan Luft, a contract pilot, content creator, and founder of the Luft Bros media brand.

Evan has built a life most people only dream about: flying...

This week on The Deets with Duddy, Calgary artist and Sled Island Festival Manager “The Blue” (Hemen Tor-Agbidye) joins the show to break down what goes into building one of Canada’s most unique music and arts festivals.

Sled Island 2025 runs June 18–22 across 30+ venues in Calgary, showcasing over 200 musicians, artists, and performers from around the world. With Japan’s genre-defying punk legends Otoboke Beaver taking the reins as...

Actress and rising Canadian theatre star Kelsey Verzotti joins The Deets with Duddy to talk all things Legally Blonde the Musical, now playing at Theatre Calgary and headed to The Citadel Theatre this July. She shares the behind-the-scenes magic of becoming Elle Woods, her early love of musical theatre, and what it was like studying at the legendary Sheridan College.We also chat about her time starring in Anne of Green Gables, the ...

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Canadian country artist Mariya Stokes makes her first-ever appearance on The Deets with Duddy to celebrate the release of her debut album, Mood Ring — and it's already making waves in the Alberta country music scene 🎶🌾

In this episode, we dive into what Mood Ring represents in her artistic journey, how she’s built her signature sound blending country and Americana, and what it’s like b...

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This week on The Deets with Duddy, Calgary art curator and Aurelia Fine Art founder Megan Paterson joins the show for a deep dive into creativity, community, and curating with heart. With over 14 years of experience in the gallery world, Megan shares how she launched her own art business, why the Calgary art scene is catching fire, and how she’s working to make fine art feel less...

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📸 Instagram: @jessicadsquires
🌐 Website: www.jessiedans.com
🎵 New album ‘TOM FORD’ dropping later this year!

In this episode of The Deets with Duddy, we sit down with Jessie Dans, an emerging Calgary musician and rising Canadian artist who’s ready to take the spotlight. Known for her vocal talent and magnetic presence, Jessie opens up about how she got started in music, the influence of ...

In this episode of The Deets with Duddy, we're joined by Calgary-based entrepreneur Demi Broderick—founder of TQLA VIDA, a bold new female created canned tequila cocktail brand, and owner of a daycare for children with special needs. Demi brings passion, purpose, and a lot of personality to everything she does.We chat about her journey building a lifestyle beverage brand, navigating the alcoholic drink industry as a woman in Ca...

In this episode, we’re joined by the incredibly warm and inspiring Lisette Xavier — Canadian musician, community advocate, and host of The Bestest Day Ever with My Best Friend on CBC Kids. Lisette shares how she got her start in music, the role it plays in her life today, and how her creative journey led her to hosting a children’s show that celebrates the special bond between kids and their animal best friends.We dive into the joy...

In this episode, we sit down with Casey Greabeiel — a Canadian hospitality entrepreneur known for shaping some of the country’s most innovative and community-driven dining experiences. As the co-founder and Vice President of Operations at Greta Bar, Casey has helped grow the arcade-bar concept from Calgary to Edmonton, Vancouver, and now Toronto, blending retro gaming, global street food, and vibrant nightlife into one unforgettabl...

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Jill Drader is a Calgary-based transformation strategist, public speaker, and award-winning entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in leadership development and personal growth. She is the founder of Steel Toe Stiletto, an organization dedicated to empowering women in the trades and advocating for more female representation in the industry. Jill’s commitment to women’s advancement has been widely recognized, and i...

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Looking for the freshest boutique streetwear in Calgary? Milkrun at Market Mall is the go-to spot for curated fashion and unique styles. And behind it all is James Dean—a former rapper turned entrepreneur with a deep history in the city’s creative scene.

Once a key figure in Calgary’s hip-hop movement and a driving force behind Masters of Ceremony, James made a name for himself in music before shifting gears into the world of retail...

Dallas Soonias and Jocelyn Chugg are dynamic figures in Alberta's burgeoning film industry, seamlessly transitioning from diverse backgrounds into filmmaking.

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Instagram: @soonias

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Instagram: @jocechugg

Together, Dallas and Jocelyn exemplify the diverse talent enriching Alberta's film industry, contribu...

@ mitchpag Mitch Paglinawan is a Canadian entrepreneur and financial strategist known for his expertise in personal finance, business growth, and mentorship. With a background in mechanical engineering, he brings an analytical and structured approach to financial planning, helping individuals and businesses create sustainable financial strategies.Beyond his personal practice, Mitch is passionate about mentoring and training others ...

In this episode, I sit down with two incredible Calgary-based podcasters: Sophie Louise McLean (@sophie.louise.mclean), host of A Day in the Life Podcast (@adayinthelife_), and ZAK (@yyczak), host of The Canadian Podcast (@canadianpodcast) and MenTell (@mentell.ca).We dive into their podcasting journeys, the power of storytelling, and the importance of mental health conversations. From navigating life’s ups and downs to building a ...

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Jordan Ostrom, professionally known as Sykamore, is a Canadian country singer-songwriter hailing from Carseland, Alberta. Growing up on her family's ranch near Calgary, she was influenced by country artists such as George Strait, The Dixie Chicks, and Alan Jackson.In 2014, Sykamore won t...

Jordan Hanania is a PhD candidate in medical physics at UBC. He is part of a research group at UBC studying dopamine and its effects on Parkinson's disease. Jordan received his master's degree in physics while attending the University of Guelph, where he worked with a research group for NASA that interpreted data from exploration rovers on Mars. Jordan's minor in philosophy got him curious about meaning, and his world v...