🎙 Episodes
Every episode is a porch conversation worth hearing.
2025
Oct 11, 2025
Jodi Faith
First time candidate Jodi Faith joins Brian on the porch. She loves the vibrancy of Medicine Hat and wants to see Medicine Hat set up community associations to get neighbours connecting. Brian and Jodi discuss ways the city can support small business and get people working. #yxh,#medicinehat,#medhat,#communitymatters,#yxhlocal
Oct 11, 2025
Troy Wason
Brian welcomes Troy Wason to the Porch. He is a first time candidate for city council but he has lots of experience in provincial and federal politics. Troy says he is against party politics in the municipal arena. Troy hits a soft spot with Brian as he is a history buff he has been on many boards while living here. He says the biggest issues are safety and affordability. #yxh,#medicinehat,#medhat,#communitymatters,#yxhlocal
Oct 11, 2025
Brian Varga
Brian Varga went from the hockey arena to the political arena trying to get elected for the first time in 2007. He would wait 8 years before Medicine Hat would choose him to sit at the horseshoe. He served for 8 years and lost his seat in 2021. Now he is back, trying again to represent you on city council. Brian and Brian discuss Varga’s ideas including the notion of supporting local, existing business in our area, while looking for new opportunities. #yxh,#medicinehat,#medhat,#communitymatte...
Oct 11, 2025
Randall Noble
Randall Noble visits the Porch. He is running for the first time and thinks that Medicine Hat needs a temporary tax freeze to look at the affordability crisis in our city. He wants the city council as a whole to look at some of our social issues and work with the boots on the ground organizations to see if there are some solutions. #yxh,#medicinehat,#medhat,#communitymatters,#yxhlocal
Oct 11, 2025
Megan Hilgendorf
Brian is joined on the Porch by Megan Hilgendorf. She is a candidate for the Medicine Hat Public School Board. she believes that a big part of the role of school trustee is to build relationships with stakeholders and the electorate to understand the needs of the students. As a parent with two children in the school division she wants to bring everyone together working for a common goal. #yxh,#medicinehat,#medhat,#communitymatters,#yxhlocal
Oct 11, 2025
Della Burkitt
Candidate for County Council Ward 5 Della Burkitt visits the Porch. She is running in the smallest riding by land but one of the biggest by population. She thinks the biggest challenge for Cypress County is listening to what residents want and getting the other 9 people at the table to come up with a strategy to move Cypress County forward.
Oct 10, 2025
An update from the Porch
What are you thankful for? It’s a question many of us get asked around this time of year. Here at the Porch we are thankful for our community who has invested in our work by watching, engaging and sharing. We are working hard to create a community connection that is both authentic and reliable. On a special Bring Back The Porch, Brian and Bernie talk about some of our recent projects and take a moment to say thank-you to you. Enjoy!!#yxh,#medicinehat,#medhat,#communitymatters
Oct 9, 2025
Catherine Wilson
Our first public school trustee visits the Porch. Catherine Wilson stops in to discuss her campaign. She and Brian discuss the state of the current teachers strike and the challenges facing students and teachers in the Medicine Hat Public School Division. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics
Oct 9, 2025
Brian Robinson
Long time resident Brian Robinson comes to the Porch and discuss his bid for city councillor. He has a long history working history with the Saamis Rotary Club and collaborated with the City on many community projects. Brian’s vision centres on economic growth and quality of life. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics
Oct 9, 2025
Michael Reid
The Porch was filled with energy when Michael Reid popped in for a visit. He is a first time candidate for city council. He has a background in education and coaching.He and his spouse recently moved to Medicine Hat to set up a local business YogaRevolution. Brian and Michael have a thoughtful discussion on the issues Michael faces opening his business and discuss ways he thinks the city could do better. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics
Oct 9, 2025
Keleb Orge
Local comedian Kaleb Orge is passionate about Medicine Hat and wants to be the eighth councillor for your vote. He wants to say the quiet parts out loud and represent Medicine Hat the best way he can. Brian and Kaleb have a fascinating conversation about the city’s finances. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics
Oct 9, 2025
Jay Hitchen
You might not know his name, but you will recognize his voice as Jay Hitchen pops by the Porch. This is the second time Jay has ran for office and he has learned some lessons from 2021. Brian and Jay speak about the issues facing Medicine Hat and how to make Medicine Hat a place where our kids and grow-up and raise families of their own. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics
Oct 9, 2025
Ted Clugston
Former Mayor Ted Clugston stops by the Porch. He has spent a great deal of time in the service of Hatters as mayor and as a city councillor. Brian speaks with Ted about the current challenges this council will face and what he thinks he can do to grow Medicine Hat. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics
Oct 9, 2025
Dana Christensen
The Porch welcomes Dana Christensen a first time candidate for City Council. He thinks something needs to be done about affordability and creating a future that is growing and prosperous for our city. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics
Oct 4, 2025
Yusuf Mohammed
Yusuf Mohammed stops by the Porch and offers a unique perspective on living in Medicine Hat. He and his wife chose our community to live in and start a family. In his 20 years here, Yusuf has been involved in many community ventures and has also owned his own consulting business. Yusuf thinks his ability to get various parts of the community together will be an asset for city council.
Oct 4, 2025
Donald Knudsen
Donald Knudsen stopped by the Porch to talk about his bid for city council. He is a part of the municipal planning committee and thinks he could be doing even more to help the city. He has a will to make changes to make our city a better place and wants to lead by example.
Oct 4, 2025
Christein Ellis
Advance Polls for Medicine Hat and Cypress County will begin on Saturday, October 4th. Christein Ellis is passionate about Medicine Hat. His campaign slogan is “Faith in the Future”. He thinks it’s time for young voters to get involved in municipal politics and start creating the future they want. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics
Oct 3, 2025
Robin Kurpjuweit
Advance Polls for Medicine Hat and Cypress County will begin on Saturday, October 4th. Robin Kurpjuweit is running for re-election he stops by the Porch to discuss the issues facing the County and in particular his Ward 4. #cypresscounty #advancepoll #abvotes
Oct 2, 2025
Lindsay Heier
Lindsay has lead a very interesting life that has taken him to many locations across the globe. He now makes Medicine Hat his home and is hoping to become a trustee for the Catholic School Board. His background is in education and theology and he thinks he has a lot to offer.
Oct 2, 2025
Alison Van Dyke
Alison Van Dyke stops by the Porch to talk to Brian about her bid for re-election. She was able to sit on the city's energy board and was apart of some of the decisions made by council. She is proud of the work she was able to accomplish in the last four years and thinks there is still more to be done.
Oct 2, 2025
Shila Sharps
Councillor Shila Sharps is hoping voters will re-elect her for her second term on city council. As a human resources professional she offers a unique take on the last four years. She believes she is ready to take on the task of moving the city forward and wants to continue to provide accountable decision making to the residents of Medicine Hat.
Oct 2, 2025
Dan Reynish
Dan brings his unique take on politics to the Porch. He and Brian sit down to discuss Dan's aspirations to join city council. Dan has some ideas on how he could help our community grow and continue to be a great place to live and work.
Oct 2, 2025
Steven Pudwell
Born and raised in Medicine Hat, Steven has spent a lot of time volunteering with many organizations in our city including the Kinsmen Club and the Southeast Chamber of Commerce. He brings a business and sales background with him as he joins Brian on Porch. He wants to see a better working relationship with all parts of city hall.
Oct 2, 2025
Mayoral Episode 2025 - Mark Fisher
Special Mayoral Candidate Episode - Mark Fisher. Mark came to the porch this week to talk about his campaign so far. Mark says that he wants to create positive change in Medicine Hat. He is interested in hearing from hatters of all walks of life and wants his community to grow. He may be the least known candidate but he says he has learned a lot about our community since starting his run for mayor. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics We are also available where ever you listen t...
Oct 2, 2025
Mayoral Episode 2025 - Kris Samraj
Special Mayoral Candidate Episode - Kris Samraj is a former city councillor and is running for mayor because he thinks elections are important and communities need to talk about the direction they want their city to go in. He talks to Brian about why he has put his name forward and what this election means to him and the rest of the community. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics
Sep 27, 2025
Tim Hittel
Now that fall is here that can only mean one thing for many Hatters... it's time for the Antiques & Collectibles Gun & Hobby Show. Tim Hittel sits on the Porch with Brian to discuss collecting and the ups and downs of trading. There will be something for everyone as they discuss the price of sports cards to china. #yxh,#medicinehat,#collectibles,#antiques
Sep 27, 2025
Debbie Shaw
Bring Back the Porch is excited to announce that a new host will be joining Bernie and Brian on The Porch! I, Lynnette Schneider, will be stepping out from behind the editor's desk to host her first guest, Debbie Shaw. Debbie is the Executive Director of CORE Association, and she'll be joining us on The Porch to discuss the vital work her organization does in our community, as well as some of their upcoming fundraising initiatives. We look forward to having you tune in! #yxh, #coreassocia...
Sep 25, 2025
Kirby Shafer
Kirby Shafer is running for City Council. He comes to the Porch with ideas on how to make the city run more efficiently. Wants and needs are two words that come up several times during the visit. He wants Medicine Hat to get back to strategic spending so that our assets are properly maintained and managed. He thinks Medicine Hat is a great city and wants your vote to continue to see it grow for years to come. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics We are also available where ever you listen to p...
Sep 25, 2025
Kevin Monson
New father Kevin Monson is excited to sit on the Porch and discuss the future of Medicine Hat. Kevin is running for city council and says he thinks the city could be doing a better job with transit and housing. He is hoping the voters in Medicine Hat will see his vision for shaping our city and vote for him in this election. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics We are also available where ever you listen to podcasts including YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and Amazon Music
Sep 25, 2025
Adam Koch
Council hopeful Adam Koch sits down on the Porch with Brian. This is Adams first time running for city council. His passion is hospitality and he thinks the skills he has learned working in food service will be an asset to our community. Adam was born and raised here and is ready to roll up his sleeves and get to work making Medicine Hat a place to call home for the next generation. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics We are also available where ever you listen to podcasts including YouTube, ...
Sep 25, 2025
Gord Cowan
Candidates for City Council have started stopping by the Porch for a visit and a chance to explain why they should be considered to represent you around the horseshoe. Gord Cowan has been apart of our community since the 1990's. He speaks with Brian about some of the challenges our community faces in the next decade and what he thinks he can do to foster a positive future for Medicine Hat. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics We are also available where ever you listen to podcasts including Yo...
Sep 18, 2025
Mayoral Episode 2025 - Alan Rose
Special Mayoral Candidate Episode - Alan Rose. Alan arrived early to the porch for his visit much like he did to the campaign, starting this summer with a booth at the Stampede. He has a lot of ideas that he thinks would make our city a great place to work, play and live. In 2021, Alan came in third in the race and has decided he wants another chance to become Mayor of the place he calls home. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics We are also available where ever you listen to...
Sep 18, 2025
Mayoral Episode 2025 - Andy McGrogan
Special Mayoral Candidate Episode - Andy McGrogan. He has kept our community safe as a police officer and retired as the Chief of the Medicine Hat Police Service. Instead of enjoying all the recreation the city has to offer, in 2021 Andy McGrogan ran for city councillor. He has had a front row seat in one of the most divisive councils in Medicine Hat history. Andy knocked on the porch's door to come in and discuss the ups and downs of his time around the horseshoe and explains why he th...
Sep 18, 2025
Mayoral Episode 2025 - Linnsie Clark
Special Mayoral Candidate Episode - Linnsie Clark. She has been in charge of the Mayor's office for the last 4 years. She comes from a background of law and isn't afraid to challenge the rules. Linnsie takes a seat on the porch to discuss her time in city hall and ask voters to give her 4 more years. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics We are also available where ever you listen to podcasts including Apple, Spotify, and Amazon Music
Sep 18, 2025
Mayoral Episode 2025 - Drew Barnes
Special Mayoral Candidate Episode - Drew Barnes. From Medicine Hat Cub to MLA Drew Barnes has been out in front of the community for years. Stick handling pucks and issues. He comes to the porch with what he hopes is a plan to get Hatters to vote for him. #mhvotes,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics We are also available where ever you listen to podcasts including Apple, Spotify, and Amazon Music
Sep 10, 2025
Episode 3 Jim Groom
Episode 3 The civic election is over a month away Brian sits on the porch with Jim Groom. He is a political scientist from Medicine Hat. The election is the subject, everything from the provincial-municipal dynamic to what it means for a candidate to get a citizen to put a sign on their lawn. Grab a coffee and enjoy a most enlightened conversation on politics in Medicine Hat. #yxh,#medicinehat,#CityPolitics,#alberta
Sep 3, 2025
Episode 2 Anna Mykheieva
Imagine being a young woman who has just graduated with a Masters Degree in Marketing and planning a trip to Europe when your country is suddenly at war with Russia. Anna left everyone she knew and loved and made the impossible decision to flee. She ended up here in Medicine Hat over 8200 kilometres from home. #yxh,#medicinehat,#ukrainwar
Aug 27, 2025
Bring Back the Porch Returns!! Bernie sits down with long time broadcaster Brian Konrad
Bernie and Brian sit down for a conversation about the need for local thoughtful discussions in Medicine Hat. Brian discusses the closure of CHAT Television and the gap it has left in our community.
2022
Mar 26, 2022
Episode 12: Northwest Industrial Area Structure Plan
Today on the porch Bernie Leahy sits down with fellow Realtor Frank Devine, user stakeholder Ian Parkinson and Councillor Shila Sharps to discuss the Northwest Industrial Area Structure Plan. We hear first hand experience about the process, Councillor Sharps' views as a member of council and Realtor's experience with working with some of the City departments. Brought to you by Bernie Leahy and Greg Keen - Realtors - Source 1 Realty Corp.
Feb 16, 2022
Episode 11: New Porch Set
Bernie and Greg sit down with Ina and Tabitha to talk on the Porch. On this episode we discuss what is new and upcoming on the Porch. Greg and Bernie touch on real estate and Bernie mentions some of his recent art purchases. To view the video of this episode click the following link: https://youtu.be/zAofWX8oKcU
2021
Dec 7, 2021
Bring Back The Porch Episode 10 with Tornado Hunter Greg Johnson
Bring Back The Porch Episode 10 with Tornado Hunter Greg Johnson Greg Johnson is one of North America’s top professional storm-chasers and severe weather experts. He is also an accomplished photographer, speaker and workshop leader. Today on the porch we discuss experiences from a tornado hunter, hockey, photography workshops, van life and Bernie's fear of grizzly bears. For more info on Greg's workshops and classes please visit: https://cameraadventures.ca/ or https://www.cam...
Nov 22, 2021
Episode 9: With special guest host Bill Cocks, discussing MHART
Episode 9: With special guest host Bill Cocks On the porch we discuss MHART (Medicine Hat and Area Refugee Team) with Nancy Cocks and Linda Chapman. For more information please visit: https://stjohnsmedicinehat.ca/get-involved/mhart Brought to you by: Bernie Leahy and Greg Keen - Realtors - Source 1 Realty Corp. https://www.leahykeen.ca/
Oct 23, 2021
Bring Back The Porch Episode 8 with Bill Cocks and Fred Crittenden
Bring Back The Porch Episode 8 with Bill Cocks and Fred Crittenden Today on the porch we discuss the results of the 2021 City of Medicine Hat Election along with a former Member of Council and retired Bylaw Enforcement Officer.
Oct 9, 2021
Bring Back The Porch Episode 7 with Linnsie Clark and Ramona Robins
Bring Back The Porch Episode 7 with Linnsie Clark and Ramona Robins
Oct 9, 2021
Bring Back The Porch Episode 6 with Shila Sharps
Episode 6 Bernie Leahy and Shila Sharps for City Council Shila Sharps is running for City Council in Medicine Hat for the 2021 election. Episode brought to you by: Bernie Leahy and Greg Keen - Realtors - Source 1 Realty Corp.
Oct 9, 2021
Bring Back The Porch Episode 5 with Alison Van Dyke
Alison Van Dyke for Medicine Hat City Council
Oct 9, 2021
Bring Back The Porch Episode 4 with Cassi Hider
CASSI HIDER Community-minded • Trustworthy • Compassionate 2021 Medicine Hat Council Candidate
Oct 8, 2021
Bring Back The Porch Episode 3 with Marco Jansen
Bring Back The Porch S01E03 Marco Jansen from Elect Marco Jansen to City Council @ElectMarcoJansen
Sep 29, 2021
Bring Back The Porch Episode 2 - Linnsie Clark
Bring Back The Porch - Episode 2 with Bernie Leahy and Linnsie Clark
Sep 29, 2021
Bring Back The Porch Episode 1
Bring Back The Porch - Episode 1 Greg Keen Bernie Leahy Ina Leahy Nicole Pituley S01E01
Sep 19, 2021
Meet the Candidates: Allison Knodel, Alison Van Dyke, Cassi Hider, Shila Sharps, and Linnsie Clark
Hosted by Station Coffee Company's Jeremy Knodel, and Bring Back the Porch host Bernie Leahy. The two hosts sit down with five local candidates running in the upcoming municipal election in Medicine Hat, Alberta and dive deep into their drive for running.