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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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The Surprising Truth About Welding: More Than Sparks and Metal - It's Technical Art

Aired: April 30, 2026

Today on Bring Back The Porch, we take a deep dive into the world of welding and preparing for the Alberta skills competition in Edmonton this May. Welding stands out as a crucial and rewarding career path but how do you navigate the challenges of a welding apprenticeship? Join us as we visit the welding lab at Medicine Hat College to draw insights with seasoned professionals in the field, competitor Kenny Collins and his instructor and coach, Zenon Parchewsky, who provide valuable advice on ...

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