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
Rise Up: The 5th Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival in Medicine Hat
Aired: May 12, 2026
Willy Taillon takes listeners behind the scenes of the 5th Annual Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival, sharing the story of how the festival has grown into a powerful community-centered event. Willie discusses the inspiration behind the festival, the importance of resilience, and how shared experiences can strengthen mental health awareness and community connection. The conversation explores the science and safety of hot air ballooning, including weather monitoring, wind tracking, and the critic...
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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