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.
Hear from Our Community
"Excellent work — especially with the loss of legacy local media."
Craig Wilson, CBS Weekend News
"Hello Lynnette and Bernie, thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to appear on Bring Back the Porch. I truly enjoyed the conversation with Brian Konrad—please pass along my gratitude to him as well. The episode was shared within my network and received many very positive comments. Bring Back the Porch is such a simple yet powerful idea, and it’s making a meaningful impact in our community. Congratulations on envisioning it and bringing it to life. Wishing you continued success."
Al Sharma, Head of Economic Development for the City of Medicine Hat
"Thank you again for such a great evening! You all were so wonderful to collaborate with! Those 30 patrons learned and laughed with you two and were honestly eager for more- such a testament to the energy and insight Brian and Jenni brought. I'm really excited to see how this conversation continues to reach audiences online. I truly believe in being a tourist in your own town- exploring new places but also learning where and how far the city has come. And you two really delivered on that in such an engaging and meaningful way. I believe highlighting the Archives as a free resource to the community is so important. Still so many people don't know the Archives exists! It was a pleasure working together, and I hope the opportunity will come up again in the future!!"
Jessica Siwy, Cultural Programs Coordinator Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre
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
Curtis
Nash
Host / Creator
Chris
Marfleet
Sales and Marketing
Serena
Grona
Creator
Sophia
Valenzuela
Host / Creator
Gage
Cockerill
Creator
Latest Episode
Combatting Food Insecurity
Aired: June 2, 2026
The Food Round-Up is June 6th. It’s a community collection day where neighbours place donated food items on their front steps to help feed local families. This episode features Melissa Mullis from the Root Cellar Food and Wellness Hub discussing their community initiatives, including the Food Roundup, Amazing Race for Hunger, and summer programs to support local food security. Learn how community involvement and innovative fundraising help combat hunger year-round.How you can help, fill...
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