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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

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Gluten-Free, Not Carefree: Navigating Life with Celiac

Aired: May 2, 2026

On this episode we dives into the realities of living with Celiac Disease, emphasizing the critical role of awareness, accurate diagnosis, and strong community support. Featuring insights from advocates and experts, the conversation explores common symptoms, the challenges of diagnosis—including blood tests versus biopsies—and the serious impact even trace amounts of gluten can have. Gain practical guidance on navigating a gluten-free lifestyle, from food labeling and dining out to managing s...

Meet The Team

Bernie Leahy

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

Brian

Konrad

Host

Lynnette Schneider

Lynnette

Schneider

Producer

Bob Schneider

Bob

Schneider

Videographer

Brittany Streifel

Brittany

Streifel

Executive

Anna Mykheieva

Anna

Mykheieva

Marketing Manager