Bring Back The Porch
Heartfelt conversations from Medicine Hat, aimed at strengthening our community and fostering genuine connection.
What We Talk About
We believe the best ideas are born from simple conversations, just like they used to happen on a front porch. Our podcast is a modern platform for these heartfelt discussions in Medicine Hat.
Local Voices
Sharing stories from our neighbors and community leaders.
Latest Episode
Taxes Up Flights Gone
Aired: March 3, 2026
Today on Bring Back the Porch, host Brian Konrad sits down with former MLA Drew Barnes for a wide-ranging and candid conversation about the challenges, and opportunities facing Medicine Hat. From the loss of air service with WestJet to rising property taxes driven by the Government of Alberta under Premier Danielle Smith, Brian and Drew discuss the economic pressures hitting residents and small businesses. Barnes shares his perspective on government spending, fiscal responsibility, and why h...
Meet The Team
Bernie Leahy
Founder
"Excited to be bringing back the porch to Medicine Hat."
Bernie started Bring Back the Porch as a way to connect with Medicine Hat during the pandemic, a traditional place where conversations flow about all kinds of topics.
Brian
Konrad
Host
Lynnette
Schneider
Producer
Bob
Schneider
Videographer
Brittany
Streifel
Executive
Anna
Mykheieva
Marketing Manager
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