The Jann Arden Podcast: Recent Episodes
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THE JANN ARDEN PODCAST is an iHeartRadio original podcast hosted by multi-talented Canadian icon Jann Arden. The self-titled podcast discusses the challenges, triumphs, and tribulations of everyday life. THE JANN ARDEN PODCAST is a fun-filled, relatable experience that explores what makes all humans authentically themselves with a variety of special guests including musicians, actors, politicians, writers, and athletes.
This week's guest is Julie Van Rosendaal, a food journalist and broadcaster, and the author of thirteen best-selling cookbooks. She has been the food columnist on the Calgary Eyeopener on CBC Radio One and a regularl contributor to other CBC Radio shows for over 17 years. Julie writes about food for the Globe and Mail, Chatelaine and other publications across Canada and she regularly does TV segments, teaches, speaks and cooks at culinary schools and events across the country. She is an involved advocate for an accessible, sustainable food system, initiating and participating in initiatives that facilitate food supports in her own community and across the country. Julie also has a very engaged audience on her social media channels and website, Dinner with Julie. She lives in Calgary with her son, Willem, and dog, Ramone. This fall, Julie launches a new column in the Globe and Mail called How We Eat.
Find Julie's CBC Columns HERE.
Read Julie's latest spread for the Globe and Mail HERE.
Jann and Sarah discuss the devastating wildfires in Maui, North West Territories and Kelowna. This prompts Jann to think about her emergency evacuation plans and what she would do in an emergency. Sarah and Jann review some emergency preparedness tips from https://www.readyforwildfire.org/ and Red Cross. To our friends in British Columbia, follow evacuation orders and find more information HERE. To our friends in North West Territories, find more information HERE. Stay safe out there!
Jann and Sarah dive into the history of Barbie and discuss summer blockbusters, childhood superstar crushes, the Taylor Swift Eras tour and more! Jann mentions this TikTok account and Sarah encourages Swifty fans to watch the Miss Americanadocumentary which you can watch on Netflix. Let us know if you got tickets to The Eras Tour and tell us about your childhood crushes @JannArdenPod on Instagram, Twitter, Threads or find us on Facebook! Leave us voicenotes!
This week's guest is iconic television personality and now author, Bill Welychka! On August 31st, he'll release his debut memoir, Bill Welychka: A Happy Has-Been. Exciting Times and Lessons Learned by One of Canada's Foremost Entertainment Journalists. You'll remember him as the longest-running MuchMusic VJ with countless interviews and awards under his belt. He's currently a morning television personality in Kingston, Ontario. Bill will tell Jann and Sarah about the Crave Original Documentary about MuchMusic entitled 299 Queen Street Westahead of it's release in September.
You can find out more about his memoir and pre-order the book at www.billwelychka.ca.
You can visit www.299queenstreetwest.com for further details about the MuchMusic Documentary.
Jann and Sarah discuss the devastating news that began their recording session; the passing of Irish singer-songwriter Sinéad O'Connor. They also talk about making friends in adulthood, Elon Musk's disastrous Twitter re-launch as 'X,' and more with some listener questions along the way.
Jann hosted her 8th annual golf tournament with Enviros this week at the gorgeous Silvertip Golf Course in Canmore. Sarah flew out with some girlfriends for a road-trip through the mountains. Her vacation ends at Jann's house for a live-taping of the podcast with NO editing and some great questions from our listeners. Thank you so much for sending in your questions!
Jann wanted to talk about death and dying in the most hopeful and optimistic ways, inspired by some wacky internet articles; so stay with us. Honourable mention goes to Jann's title idea for this episode, Where There's a Will, There's a Way,because she definitely gave Sarah a pep-talk about her non-existent will. Sarah couldn't resist plucking a song from the Jann's Summer Jams Summer Playlist. And, it's true! There's nothing to fear, especially some made-up reaper. Here's the article Jann references about Quantum Immortality.
A note for next week: Sarah is heading to Canmore for Jann's 8th Annual Charity Golf Tournament in support of Envirosso for next week's episode, the theme is "Ask Us Anything!" Send us a DM on socials and don't forget to join us on our new THREADS account!
Jann tells Sarah about a surprise meeting with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and her time in Ottawa celebrating Canada Day. They reminisce about summer jobs they had when they were younger and review a summer essentials list Jann read from Forbes. Send us a voicenote about your first summer jobs in a DM @JannArdenPod on Instagram!
With the Canadian long-weekend upon them, Jann and Sarah discuss many topics including Olivia Chow being elected as Mayor of Toronto, pride month, summer road trips and travel, student summer roommates and more! For YOUR next road trip, please check out the Official Jann Arden Summer Jams Playlist!
Jann invites her high school friend Holly Fortier on the show this week to dig into Indigenous History Month and Indigenous Peoples' Day. Holly is Cree/Dene from Ft. McKay First Nation, Alberta, born in Treaty 7 Territory. Her business, Nisto Consulting, specializes in the development and delivery of Indigenous Awareness Training. Her passion for sharing Indigenous history and culture rises from her mother's inspirational survival from Residential School when she was a child. Holly's mission is to encourage respect and understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians. To that end, she launched an award-winning film and television company called Two Canoes Media. Please find the short-film about her mother's residential school story HERE.
21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act:
https://www.ictinc.ca/books/21-things-you-may-not-know-about-the-indian-act
Learning resources about First Nations, Inuit and Métis across Canada:
https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1621447127773/1621447157184
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada:
https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1450124405592/1529106060525
National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation:
https://nctr.ca/records/reports/
Jann and Rick Mercer's YouTube Adventures:
https://youtu.be/sPGIuatMKvc
Jann Arden invited her like-minded twitter friend for a conversation this week about everything from the state of social media to the state of politics in this country. You probably know Charles Adler from several radio frequencies over the years. He is a Hungarian-Canadian writer/broadcaster and political commentator, most notably the former host of the newsmagazine series Global Sunday and the syndicated radio talk show Charles Adler Tonight. With more than 40 years in broadcasting, he's excited for his next chapter. Find his new podcast THE CHARLES ADLER SHOW wherever you get your podcasts.
This week, Jann and Sarah welcome fellow media personality Jody Vance, a radio and television host from Vancouver. Over her career, she's been a host for Sportsnet, Breakfast Television, and several radio stations. In 2021, Vance signed on as Canadian Correspondent for Al Jazeera English bringing stories from Canada to a worldwide audience and she recently launched a Thursday evening program on CHEK TV in Vancouver, Steele and Vance. Jann speaks about her appearance on the show and how grateful she was to have a platform to thank BC Provincial Health Officer Bonnie Henry. Content warning: Vance also speaks about making national headlines sharing her experience with online criminal harassment.
Jann just got back from a trip to Toronto to surprise Marilyn Dennis for her last week of shows on TV and shares about her visit & her thoughts on the Alberta election. Inspired by a friend's preparation for a backyard water balloon fight, Jann and Sarah discuss childhood summer memories and share some voice notes that came in from listeners! Jann asks Sarah what she thinks about Al Pacino expecting a baby at 83 years old with his 29 year-old wife. Jann also gives Sarah a pep-talk for her sister's wedding weekend complete with some great advice for anyone being asked why they don't have a partner or a ring on their finger. Keep sending us your summer songs, stories and anything else @JannArdenPod!
Jann and Sarah remember Tina Turner, the QUEEN of Rock 'N Roll, who passed away this week at eighty-three. Special guest Gavin Crawford joins the show to talk about his new podcast, Let's Not Be Kidding; a seven-part series about a comedian, his mom, and her dementia. In this seven-part series, Gavin tells the story of losing his mother — his best friend and the inspiration for a lot of his comedy — to a disease that can be as hilarious as it is heartbreaking. He’s also joined by family and comedian friends including; Jann, Scott Thompson (Kids in the Hall), Aurora Browne (Baroness Von Sketch Show), and Nora McClellan (Son of A Critch).
Jann and Sarah talk about summer romance and how the sunshine can not only change our moods, but our romantic lives! That (very quickly) lead them down memory lane to recount how they both lost their virginity, when their parents caught them, and more! Send them a voicenote about your first time @JannArdenPod and they may play your story on the show next week!
Jann and Caitlin are reunited for a special episode where they catch up on life, the MET Gala and the Coronation.
Jann shares some Gordon Lightfoot memories after he left us this week, Sarah shares an update about her sister's wedding festivities, and special guest Mark Brand joins to talk about his podcast BETTER which just launched its second season. BETTER is a podcast about hope & resilience and leaving the planet a better place than we found it. It’s a home for conversations with incredible people who are changemakers, disrupters, and experts in their fields and you can listen to it HERE. Brand is a social-impact entrepreneur, chef, and systems designer who is committed to ending hunger. By sharing tools for hope & resilience, Brand believes we can empower ourselves and eachother to be BETTER.Find out more about Mark Brand on his website.
Jann and Sarah cover a variety of topics this week. Jann shares stories from her time on the road with Harry Belafonte, Sarah confides in Jann about her sister's upcoming wedding + more! The book Jann recommends in this episode is The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. The podcast Jann mentions is The Blaze Sessions, check them out! Send us your voicenotes about wedding season @JannArdenPod on Instagram.
This week's special guest is Melissa Gilbert; an Emmy-winning, Golden Globe-nominated actor, director, producer, and New York Times Best-Selling author. Melissa’s career began at the age of 2 appearing in commercials and guest spots. Melissa achieved iconic status by the age of 19 after a 10-year run on the television classic Little House On The Prairie where she played the role of Laura Ingalls Wilder. She has starred in over fifty television movies and feature films including The Miracle Worker, The Diary of Anne Frank and Splendor in the Grass. As an author, Melissa has penned four best-selling books; Prairie Tale: A Memoir (New York Times Best Seller) Daisy and Josephine, My Prairie Cookbook and Back To the Prairie: A Home Remade, A Life Rediscovered. Keep up with Melissa and listen to her podcast, The Knitty Gritty Podcast, on her website: https://www.modernprairie.com/.
Jann catches Sarah up on her trip to Iceland as she settles in the UK for a friend's birthday surprise and a listener prompts a discussion about how to find passion later in life. On this episode, Jann and Sarah also discuss her upcoming charity golf tournament which you can find more information about HERE.
Jann and Sarah pick up their discussion about forgiveness from last week's show as they read through listener comments and reflect on how we can all find a better way to let go. Thank you so much for sending in your questions and comments, keep them coming! Send us a voicenote @JannArdenPod on Instagram!
Jann ponders the idea of forgiveness with Sarah after her brother left a birthday card in the mailbox. Jann's former colleague and friend Raeanne Schachter joins the conversation to talk about her later-in-life leap of faith to become an artist! If you're in Vancouver’s Granville Island this summer, check out her guest exhibit Dames: Women With Bodies, at Lynn Falconer’s Studio Gallery through August 1st. For more information, visit her website https://www.raeanneschachter.com/.
The season finale of Catherine Reitman's Workin' Moms is upon us (airs Tuesday March 28th on CBC). We celebrate 7 seasons of one of the most successful Canadian television shows with award-winning actress, producer and director, Dani Kind who plays Anne Carlson on the show. She is also recognized for the people’s choice award winning Wynonna Earp (Syfy/CTV Sci-Fi).
Kind has been nominated for three Canadian Screen Awards for best lead actress in a comedy alongside Catherine O’Hara. In the past year, Kind had her directorial debut with her short film Capsule and went on to direct an episode of Workin' Moms.
Jann Arden is inspired to talk about what happiness looks like as we age after a trip to Palm Springs to celebrate her friend Mary Ann's 91st birthday and Sarah Burke recaps Juno Awards weekend in Edmonton.
Jann Arden and Sarah Burke speak about women who inspire them for Women's History Month, the anti-trans legislation in the U.S., and as requested, a segment about how much blind dates have changed with the internet! Find the NPR article HERE and the Jon Stewart interview discussed HERE.
Caitlin Green returns to the podcast for an emergency discussion with Jann and Sarah surrounding Ozempic, a medication used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and as an anti-obesity medication for long-term weight management.
Jann and Sarah are joined by Cynthia Loyst and Josie Dye, the hosts and creators of the new podcast and show called Unmentionables. They call it the show you need, but were too shy to ask for! Cynthia Loyst, Co-Host of CTV’s The Social, and Josie Dye, Host and Creator of The Josie Dye Show on Indie88, invite guests on a ridiculously fun journey that celebrates the unique stories and all the imperfections that make us human. ‘Unmentionables’ is all about those delicious, messy and sexy topics. Cynthia and Josie share extremely personal (and often embarrassing) stories along with their various guests, inviting everyone to feel less shame about their own “unmentionables”. Want to hear more? Join in on the conversation and check out Unmentionables at www.CynthiaAndJosie.com.
On this week's episode, Sarah invites special guest Caitlin Green back to surprise Jann and weigh in on Rihanna's Superbowl Halftime performance, Toronto Mayor John Tory's scandal and more. Jann and Sarah also discuss Black History Month and some proposed topics from listeners including Valentine's Day. Sandra Lawson is the Black Jewish Gay woman Jann speaks about on this episode, read more about her HERE.
Jann and Sarah share their thoughts (good and bad) on the Grammys and celebrate Jann's 28th Juno nomination for the album Descendant. Sarah also details her solo reading with recent guest clairvoyant Kim Dennis.
Jann and Sarah catch up about some cosmic coincidences since their chat with clairvoyant Kim Dennis last week. Jann also prompts Sarah for a discussion about relationships, both friendly and romantic. From break-ups to besties, they discuss it all!
Our friend Kim Dennis the Clairvoyant returns to the Jann Arden show and podcast! Jann and Kim discuss a recent reading and a message from her mom, Sarah asks Kim about her late grandfather and more! Find out more about Kim on her website and Facebook Page. If you book a reading, make sure you tell us about it!
Jann asks Sarah and Adam about how they're feeling during the 1-week veganuary challenge while reading more listener comments and questions. Jann discusses the ever-evolving vegan food industry, the updated Canadian alcohol guidelines, 'dry january', and the glitz and glamour of awards show season.
Jann prepares Sarah & Adam for the one-week Veganuary challenge starting January 15th, reading listener questions and comments and recommending recipes! Jann and Sarah discuss the evolution of Jennifer Coolidge after her Golden Globes win for The White Lotus Season 2 this week. Sarah and Jann compare notes on the new Prince Harry memoir Spared.On this episode, Sarah mentions the Meghan Markle podcast called Archetypes.
Jann, Sarah and Adam catch up about their holiday breaks and ringing in 2023. Jann sparks a discussion about new year's resolutions and issues a challenge to Sarah & Adam. In this week's bonus conversation on the podcast: Jann and Sarah talk about Greta Thunberg winning the internet (again).
Caitlin’s picks for the best moments of 2022 with stories from Rick Mercer, Jann Arden superfan Susan Dunn, and a flashback to the infamous kegger wedding. Here are some of the crew's best of 2022 picks:
Caitlin:Favourite Song of 2022 “Sticky” Drake
Favourite Album of 2022 Beyoncé - Renaissance
Favourite Movie of 2022 - The Banshees of Inisherin
Favourite Series of 2022 - White Lotus & Severance
Favourite Book of 2022 - Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel
Favourite Internet Moment of 2022 - the Adam Levine DM memes
Jann:Most listened to Song of 2022 - Winner by Laleh
Most listened to Song of 2022 - Voyage by ABBA
Favourite Movie of 2022 - Avatar: The Way of Water & Tár
Favourite Series of 2022 - The Serpent Queen
Favourite Internet Moment of 2022: Any kind of Animal Rescue Gone Right!
Sarah:Favourite Song of 2022 - "Nomads" by Aysanabee
Favourite Album of 2022 - "Watin" by Aysanabee
Favourite Movie of 2022 - Top Gun: Maverick & Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Favourite Series of 2022 - Manifest & The Watcher
Favourite Book of 2022 - Atomic Habits by James Clear
Favourite Internet Moment of 2022 - Stranger Things meets Kate Bush Running Up that Hill!
In this holiday episode, we talk Christmas and holiday traditions with Bryan Adams and George Stroumboulopoulos and welcome back Caitlin Green to hear about her first Christmas with little Will!
Jann, Sarah & Adam look back on some of their favourite moments from 2022 including conversations with Ziya Tong, Tessa Virtue, and The First Lady of Iceland, Eliza Reid.
On this week's episode, Strombo and Jann dig into their love for music, fond memories of their mothers, and bring light to conversations not everyone wants to discuss, like the food crisis in Syria. George Stroumboulopoulos is an award-winning broadcaster, producer, filmmaker and humanitarian. His Apple Music radio show, STROMBO, is heard in over 160 countries. He is also the curator of Strombo’s Lit for Apple Books. His 30 years in television and radio broadcasting include roles as host and executive producer of the programs George Stroumboulopoulos Tonight/The Hour on the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) as well as talk show Stroumboulopoulos on CNN and host of Hockey Night in Canada. He was the host and producer of Canada’s premiere culture show The New Music. Stroumboulopoulos has long been an advocate for many social issues. In addition to being Canada’s first Goodwill Ambassador for the UN agency the World Food Programme for over 10 years, he started the George Stroumboulopoulos Music Therapy Scholarship. He also works closely with the organizations Artists for Peace and Justice, Innocence Canada, Canadian Drug Policy Coalition, and the Michael J. Fox Foundation. He has an Honorary Doctorate of Laws at the University of Calgary.
Jann & co get into the holiday spirit with a little help from a very special guest, Bryan Adams! They discuss his appearance on JANN Alone for The Holidays (which you can watch on CTV on December 9th at 9pm ET), his holiday favourites, new music, and more! We loved hearing the story about how his daughter inspired his new Christmas Song: Let’s Get Christmas Going. Bryan has actually released four new albums this year, including his Grammy Nominated Best Rock Performance song So Happy It Hurts.
Jann Arden’s talented friend Tommy Smythe joins the podcast to discuss his new Urban Barn collection. One of his recent instagram posts sparks a discussion about kindness and courage inspired by the recent shooting at a gay nightclub in Colorado Springs. For 15+ years, Tommy Smythe has been travelling the world in search of lifestyle stories. His passion for design, architecture and hospitality lead him to communities and cultures of all kinds and audiences continue to grow on different platforms. Off camera, he maintains an international portfolio of private residential design projects as well as an active presence in print media. He’s been a contributor for several publications including House and Home Magazine, Chatelaine, The Globe and Mail, The Toronto Star and National Post. Maybe you've seen him on your television, too! He’s been a part of several CTV Bell Media / HGTV productions including Sarah Off the Grid, Great Canadian Homes, and has been a guest expert everywhere from The Marilyn Denis Show to Breakfast Television.
Find out more about Tommy and his work: https://www.thisistom.ca/
https://www.theexpert.com/expert/tommysmythe
Check out his Urban Barn collection: https://www.urbanbarn.com/
Follow Tommy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommysmythe/
On this week’s episode, award-winning host and author Ziya Tong is back sharing her passion for science, nature and technology. Jann and Ziya talk about her upcoming documentary on micro-plastics, Sarah asks about the changes she’s noticed in the environment since she hosted Discovery Canada’s Daily Planet, and the gang gets into a Twitter discussion surrounding Elon Musk.
For more information on Ziya Tong: https://www.speakers.ca/speakers/ziya-tong/Learn more about the new petition Jann spoke about for the Horseshit Campaign: https://horseshit.ca/
Jann Arden welcomes celebrated Olympian-turned-Executive Advisor Tessa Virtue for a conversation about her transition out of competitive ice dancing. Jann and Sarah ask her about finding confidence on and off the ice, her relationship with Toronto Maple Leafs Defenceman Morgan Rielly, going back to school, and what she dreams of doing next!
Having retired from skating, Tessa joined Deloitte as an Executive Advisor, working with the firm's senior leaders and their clients to translate her learning and experience as a world-class, high-performance athlete to the corporate world. Specifically, Tessa has been a key member of a team creating a new approach to working with organizations to help them and their people operate in a state of performance, allowing individuals to feel and perform at their best while also elevating the performance of teams, business units and the entire organization. Drawing parallels to her experience with pressure, competition and different approaches to training and coaching, Tessa shares important lessons in mental health and well-being, both as an accomplished speaker and an advisor.
Tessa is also a member of the Order of Canada. She has her MBA from the Smith School of Business and is currently working towards her Masters of Applied Positive Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania
Follow Tessa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessavirtue17
Follow Tessa on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tessavirtue
On this episode: Sarah and Jann talk about seeing each other IRL (in real life, as the kids say) for their first in-person meeting in Toronto. Sarah prompts Jann to revisits the first time she heard herself on the radio with a discussion about a disruptive music start-up company that was on Dragon’s Den this week (Side Door co-founded by Juno award-winning artist Dan Mangan). And, they reflect on the presence of mental health in songs, inspired by Selena Gomez’s new single and documentary.
Jann, Sarah & Adam take a trip down memory lane for Halloween discussing everything from costumes to scary movies and trick or treating. Jann also sheds some light on a recent tweet that sparked hatred online. Don’t forget to send us your pet Halloween costumes @JannArdenPod on Instagram and Twitter!
This week, Jann and Sarah are joined by award-winning actors, writers and producers Juno Rinaldi and Jenny Young to talk about their new mock late-night talk show, MY SPECIAL GUEST(Archipelago Productions). Find all episodes streaming now on YouTube
Spirit of the West Drummer Vince Ditrich joins Jann and Sarah to talk about his second book, The Vicar's Knickers.Jann just returned home from filming the upcoming Jann Show Christmas special; she drops some special guest teases. They also discuss spending time alone on Thanksgiving, and if they're comfortable hanging out alone at the movies. As if Jann snuck Poppy into a movie theatre...
If you're in Calgary, catch Vince's in store appearance at ‘Owl’s Nest Books’ Saturday, Oct 22, 1-3pm. 815a 49 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S 1G8
Owl’s Nest Events Page: https://bookmanager.com/1675575/?q=h.calevents
Read more about his books here: https://www.dundurn.com/books_/t22117/a9781459747289-the-vicar-s-knickers
Find Vince on Facebook: @vinceditrich
Jann welcomes back an old friend, Cynthia Lloyst to discuss the new season of The Social, a recent reunion with friend and journalist Lisa LaFlamme, and how to have conversations with your kids about sex.
Jann, Sarah and Adam discuss the changing of the seasons, a hitchhiking story from Jann’s past and the strength of the women protesting around the world as inspired by the story of Mahsa Amini.
The Canadian-born First Lady of Iceland, Eliza Reid joins Jann to talk about her book Secrets of the Sprakkar:Iceland's Extraordinary Women and How They Are Changing the World, a book about a tiny country leading gender equality world-wide. She inspires Jann, Sarah and Adam to have a discussion about taking risks and finding a fulfilling life.
https://www.simonandschuster.ca/books/Secrets-of-the-Sprakkar/Eliza-Reid/9781982174040
Jann chats with Sarah Burke about her back to school memories plus an update on Patrick Carney's urn.
Please stick around for bonus content where Jann discusses the results from her recent Twitter pole about relationships.
Jann welcomes veteran broadcaster and friend Erin Davis to talk about her experience with grief, her fantastic book and a discussion about women aging in the spotlight
https://www.erindavis.com
Join Jann, Caitlin, Sarah and Adam as we kick season two off with a bang! Lots of topics to discuss and some wonderful news to share.
Jann talks to Rick Mercer, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Jonathan Torrens and Gearoid Farrelly.
Jann talks to Anne Murray, Tegan & Sara, Max Kerman from the Arkells and Sarah McLachlan
An update on Susan Dunn and a big conversation on friendship. Jann & Caitlin discuss the case for fewer friends, stronger connections and how these important relationships change as we age.
This week Jann dedicates the show to a special fan and discusses life, grief, climate change and our emotional attachment to music.
This week we discuss the good, the bad and the ugly/weird/smelly of the animal kingdom. Also the increasing importance of vetting who you collaborate with if you’re a musician.
Jann catches up with Caitlin and Adam and we agree to disagree on tiny homes, Beyoncé, space travel - and just about everything we discuss this week!
We chat about one of our very favourite times of the year - Pride! From personal experiences to supporting our beloved LGBTQ+ friends & family the whole show is dedicated to love and the people we love!
With summer officially starting in less than two weeks, we spend an entire episode talking about everyone’s favourite season! From summer camps to bathing suit woes we have you “covered” 😉
Do you ever try to talk about science but wind up discussing dating instead? This week we veer from the evolution of giraffes, to mating and dating rituals.
Jann compares celebrity encounters with Caitlin and Adam and we all realize that famous people are usually pretty darn nice!
Jann updates us from her cross-Canada tour as she learns about the new Coastal Grandmother trending from Caitlin. We also discuss all things sartorial; from the return of dinner jackets to the shaming of plane clothes.
As we approach summer wedding season Jann chats with Caitlin and Adam about all the nuptials we’ve attended, paid for and gotten drunk at.
We catch up as Jann continues her tour across Europe and Caitlin returns from the beach - and wonder what good ideas we could steal from other countries?
Captain Jann takes us on a (mental) river-cruise on the Rhine! We regale each other with travel highs (and lows) and what it’s like being abroad during covid.
Joining Jann this week is chief anchor & senior editor of CTV National News - and one of our very favourite Canadians - Lisa LaFlamme! She discusses her recent reporting on Ukraine, the pitfalls of social media and how to deal with the neverending news cycle.
Jann welcomes back her friend Rick Mercer to discuss his new comedy tour, getting to know your neighbours in lockdown, embracing failure and the surprising person who rebranded him as a professional clown.
This week on the show Jann chats with Caitlin and Adam about dating! Can you stay friends with an ex? Is it cheating to have exotic dancers at a bachelor/ette? And the surprising matches you find on Raya.
Jann is joined by special guests designer Tiffany Pratt and chef Steven Hodge to discuss the new season of Project Bakeover. And YES of course we talk about “that” moment at the Oscars.
This week Jann is joined by the lovely, hilarious and downright inspiring actress Wendi McLendon-Covey! They discuss everything from cats to improv comedy, her roles on The Goldbergs, Reno 911 and Bridesmaids and the recipe for a successful relationship in Hollywood.
This week we dedicate our entire episode to sleep! Jann shares sleep hygiene tips approved by science, we crowdsource sleeping recommendations from Twitter - and we share a few of our own.
We discuss Jann’s love of history and ancient treasure this week - and decide that our next trips will all be planned around hunting for artifacts (and food).
We collectively cross our fingers to an end to divisiveness and get VERY excited about a return to live music - including Jann’s upcoming summer tour!
Raise your eyebrows if you’ve had Botox! This week on the show we discuss the ups and downs of cosmetic work and taking on the interests of your a new partner.
This week Jann somehow manages to cover: singing to phone scammers, Walt Disney living, a celebrity love triangle and we may have found the best man to ever exist on Tinder.
Jann catches up with Caitlin and Adam on the state of the world including how wordle may have saved a life and why she swears by prunes.
Jann is joined by food writer and friend of the show Julie Van Rosendaal for a nostalgic food trip that includes muffins, smoothies and illegal pizzas. Jann even shares her chocolate milk based criminal past. Don’t miss it!
This week Jann talks to Caitlin and Adam about live music! We fantasize about supper clubs, sweaty dance floors and ponder what went wrong with Adele’s Vegas residency
This week Jann ponders guilt with Caitlin and Adam and regales you with bad (but also kind of good) dating stories.
We didn’t intend to give you a pep talk about body image, but we did! Jann and Caitlin discuss the never-ending journey to feeling good in your own skin.
This week Jann is joined by actress and comedian Meredith MacNeill to discuss pushing boundaries in acting and on social media.
Jann catches up with Caitlin and Adam about their New Year and New Year’s Resolutions.
Happy New Year from The Jann Fam!
Jann, Julie and Adam talk about tech, food, family gatherings, travelling and new year's resolutions.
Jann reflects on a challenging but meaningful year with Caitlin and Adam and we (try to) start 2022 with a positive mindset.
This week Jann regales Caitlin and Adam with a cornucopia of topics (mostly centered around food) including surprising Christmas meals from around the world.
This week Jann is joined by friend and fabulous food writer/lover/creator Julie Van Rosendaal to discuss holiday foods, smells and giving! Caitlin continues to advocate for a low key Christmas.
This week we celebrate the season of celebrating! Jann, Caitlin and Adam discuss food, parties and even avoiding it all by opting for dim sum. Every level of holiday intensity is covered - and Adam treats us to an original song!
This week we discuss the final frontier: space! From asteroids to broken toilets to space junk, we cover it all. Jann also digs into US Thanksgiving and the holiday season.
This week’s special guest is Meredith Shaw who to talks to Jann about confidence and social media.
Jann and Caitlin share their dislike of clock changes and discuss the workplace mistakes that should have cost (but didn’t).
From winter vacations to television to psychedelics, Jann talks to Caitlin and Adam about escaping real life. Writer, comedian and actor Anthony Q. Farrell is our special guest this week! Jann talks to him about his new tv show Overlord and the Underwoods as well as what it was like writing for The Office.
Jann, Caitlin and Adam discuss how far they would go for friends & food. Jann is joined by fellow funny Canadian Brent Butt to discuss Canadian humour and the end of the Corner Gas era.
Jann talks to Max Kerman from the Arkells about the life of a musician during the pandemic and the road back to normalcy. Caitlin and Adam debate the merits of brunch.
Brooke Lynn Hytes joins Jann this week for fun, frivolity and to discuss the new season of Canada’s Drag Race! Caitlin and Adam discuss the art of slow living with Jann and the merits of a 4 day work week.
Jann, Caitlin and Adam try to make sense of new travel rules around mixed doses. Jann talks to hosts of The a great Canadian Baking Show, Ann Pornel and Alan Shane Lewis, about everyone’s favourite pandemic pastime: baking!
Jann is joined by friend and musician, Rose Cousins, to chat about exercise and staying healthy.
In the second half of the show, Jann, Caitlin and Adam talk about Adele, wedgies, and our favourite seasons.
Jann talks to Caitlin and Adam about the joys of turning 50; in life and at Walt Disney World.
Jann talks head colds, eye rolls and the Emmys with Caitlin and Adam - and is joined by special guest Mary Berg! They share stories of traumatic childhood lunches and our emotional connection to food.
Jann, Caitlin and Adam chat about public flatulence, internet etiquette, the passing of Norm Macdonald and visiting Vancouver.
Jann is joined by Caitlin and Adam for the first half of the show to talk about online shopping, exes, and beloved dog Midi.
In the second half, Jann chats with costar, Sharon Taylor who plays her ex girlfriend, Cynthia, on the television show, JANN.
Jann, Caitlin and Adam talk about a whole bunch of topics including Fall routines, the return of new television shows, sleeping preferences, Halloween candy and ASMR.
Jann is joined by her costar, Zoie Palmer, who plays her sister Max on the JANN show. And Caitlin joins us as well!
They chat about upcoming season three, getting back to travelling and vaccine passports.
Jann is joined by friends and talented cast members Elena Juatco as Cale, Jann's manager and Tenaj Williams as Trey, Jann's personal assistant.
They chat about the audition process, what it's like on set and what life was like for them in high school.
The JANN television show debuts September 27, 2021 on CTV
Jann is joined by friends and talented cast members to discuss upcoming season three of The JANN television show (debuting September 27, 2021) - Deborah Grover, who plays Jann's mother and Charlie Kerr who plays Jann's younger boyfriend.
Jann is joined by two fellow podcasters. Peter Breeze, the host of "The Superficial Spirt" and Dust, the host of "Sleepy Queers Podcast"
Jann is joined by friend and comedian, Gearoid Farrelly. They chat about surviving as an entertainer in a pandemic, baking and "Bennifer"
Jann is joined by friend and road manager, Chris Brunton. They talk about life on the road and how touring will change in the future, Britney Spears and health.
It's all about food on this week's show. Jann chats with Julie and Adam about potatoes, gardening, expiry dates, and waste.
Jann is joined by Canadian investigative journalist, Robyn Doolittle. They chat about covering the Rob Ford story, women in media and writing.
Jann talks with Julie Van Rosendaal about family, dads and upbringing. Julie also tells a crazy story about her grandfather's painting and we finish off the show with a very important message.
Sometimes the best theme, is no theme. From planting potatoes to bra fittings, Julie Van Rosendaal joins Jann this week to talk about everything and nothing.
With lots of love and open arms, we welcome Caitlin back to the show to chat about her journey these past few months.
Jann is joined again by Rose Cousins who regales us with more stories from the road. They also chat about how staying at home has affected some positive changes in routines and mindsets.
Jann is joined by friend, chef and author, Julie to recap "Buttergate" and discuss how humans are evolving, old homes, questions for couples and strange foods.
Jann is joined by the wonderfully talented singer-songwriter Rose Cousins. They chat about keeping each other company through the pandemic, purchasing a new home and making new music.
Jann is joined by friend and talent actor, Elisha Cuthbert. They chat about Disneyland, body image, healthy eating and how the pandemic has increased alcohol consumption.
Jann and special guest host Ziya Tong talk about living in solitude, religion, our relationship with plants and trees and trying to understand cryptocurrencies.
Jann and special guest Ziya Tong talk about vaccines, healthy eating and going to Mars.
From clotted cream to vaccines, Jann chats with Julie and Adam about a whole range of topics
Jann chats with special guest Julie Van Rosendaal along with Adam about dealing with the weight of the pandemic and what can be done to keep things positive and entertaining online.
Jann chats with special guest Julie Van Rosendaal along with Adam about how far we've come this past year since the beginning of the pandemic. Oh, and of course we talk about food.
Jann is joined by friend and talented actor, Dani Kind who is most noted for her role as Anne Carson in the hit television series "Workin' Moms".
Jann talks about death with Caitlin and Adam, but don't worry, it's gets brighter. Discussions include landing on Mars, vaccines and things we're grateful for.
Jann chats with Caitlin and Adam about final days of pregnancy, genealogy, deepfakes and a review of the viral "baked feta pasta".
In the second half of the show, Jann is joined by friend and chef Julie Van Rosendaal to talk about about the current state of butter,
Jann digs into admonishment on social media with Caitlin and Adam and discussed preparing for parenthood in a pandemic.
Jann catches up with Caitlin and Adam on the Texas deep freeze, working from bed and shares an insightful comparison between masks and winter coats.
Jann discusses the concept of soulmates, the validity of Valentine’s Day and her worst date story with Caitlin and Adam.
From 90 Day Fiancé to Schitt’s Creek; Jann discusses everyone’s favourite lockdown past time - TV! - with Caitlin and Adam.
This week Jann tackles the big life questions with Caitlin and Adam: afterlife, religion and all things spiritual.
From Amanda Gorman’s moving poem to Bernie Sander’s viral mittens, Jann discusses all the stories surrounding this week’s Presidential inauguration with Caitlin & Adam.
On this week’s show Jann discusses dream jobs, the opposite of buyer’s remorse and a lot of other random topics with Caitlin & Adam.
Jann talks about the wild first week of the new year, catches up on Caitlin’s pregnancy and rumours out of Hollywood.
Jann talks vaccines, faking accents (we’re looking at you Hilaria Baldwin) and a little celebrity “where are they now?” updates with Caitlin and Adam.
Jann is joined by friend and food columnist Julie Van Rosendaal to discuss a variety of topics including the last few lingering Christmas hi-jinx and deploying airplane emergency chutes
This week Jann is joined by the multitalented Jonathan Torrens. They discuss acting, music, moms and Jann wonders who’s interviewing who?
Jann talks about the deadline for holiday break ups with Caitlin and Adam, pandemic headlines and why we’ll never hear the word microwave the same way again.
Jann talks to Caitlin and Adam about holiday shopping during a pandemic, the gifts we buy for ourselves and the real reason some of us will be missing holiday office parties.
Jann talks to Caitlin and returning special guest Julie Van Rosendaal about how to make our unusual holiday season special. We also share our most memorable Christmas disasters.
Jann chats with her longtime road manager Chris Brunton about their shared longing for live music. She catches up with Caitlin & Adam about pregnancy and a weird week of hair dye mishaps!
Jann is joined by friend and fabulous food writer Julie Van Rosendaal to discuss all things edible! Delicious holiday gifts, cooking/baking hacks, fond food memories and even pregnancy cravings (care of Caitlin).
The one and only Sarah McLachlan joins Jann this week to discuss life in the music industry, staying healthy and getting into a small brawl on national television.
Jann also reviews a big week in world news with Caitlin and Adam and reflects on first concert memories.
Jann is joined by special guest Marci Ien to discuss becoming MP-Elect this week, taking a break from broadcasting and her new book Off Script! Caitlin also reveals some exciting personal news!
Jann catches up with Caitlin and Adam about a week of pantless scandals and the release of Borat 2.
Jann discusses working from home with Caitlin and Adam, how to safely scratch the travel itch during a pandemic and relationship “soft launches”.
Jann is joined by special guests Tegan & Sara to discuss their memoir High School and how the writing process helped them work through past trauma. They also answer burning questions like: do Tegan and Sara share the same brain and just pass it back and forth? (Yes) How do two people write a memoir? (hint: it involves one person holding a pen and the other holding their arm).
Jann discusses the first presidential debate (which, like many people, she avoided) with Caitlin. She then digs into weird food and illogical childhood fears (we’re looking at you windsocks and deep freezers) with Caitlin and Adam.
Jann catches up with Caitlin to discuss the Emmys and Canadian comedy. Jann’s special guests this week are two actresses from the JANN show, Deborah Grover (who plays Jann’s mom, Nora) and Elena Jautco (who plays Jann’s manager Cale).
Jann is thrilled to have the co-creators & writers for JANN, Jennica Harper & Leah Gauthier, join the show this week to share a behind the scenes look at working in television and season two of JANN, which premieres Monday Sept 21 at 8pm on CTV. Jann, Caitlin & Adam also solve a listener quandary: how do you deal with a problematic family member?
Jann discusses the great shoe debate with Caitlin and Adam: do you take your shoes off or gasp leave them on at home? Plus why your ex may be following you on social media without you realizing it.
Do we own our stuff, or does our stuff own us? Jann is joined by special guest Ziya Tong to discuss our relationship with the things we own.
Jann reminisces about childhood travel experiences with Caitlin & Adam and discusses comfort levels with air travel during the pandemic.
Jann discusses time travel with Caitlin and Adam and wonders; does anyone want really want to go back to the office?
A conversation with a friend has Jann wondering aloud to Caitlin and Adam about the things we wish we learned in school. Also the many ways in which we are creatures of habit.
Jann is inspired to dig into life’s important questions with Caitlin and Adam - like who was your first childhood crush? What was your favourite school lunch? What’s the embarrassing moment that your brain won’t let you live down? Honesty and a lot of discussions about food follow.
Jann talks about addictions and indulgences with Caitlin and Adam following a revealing interview with Ed Sheeran. We also catch up on the importance self-care as the pandemic drags on.
This week Jann checks in with Caitlin and Adam on a smorgasbord of topics: PDAs in real life (and on social media), increasing cases and coronials!
Jann discusses managing personal comfort levels around flying, busy pubs and being in public with Caitlin and Adam. Jann’s special guest this week is Irish comedian Gearoid Farrelly!
This week Jann welcomes longtime friend, musician and Canadian icon Anne Murray! They discuss the music industry, touring and the impact it can have on an artist’s life.
Jann talks with Caitlin & Adam about secret parties and busy flights. This week’s special guest is Jann’s wonderful & talented friend, actress Zoie Palmer.
Jann discusses Canada’s reduction in covid cases and celebrating our dads for Father’s Day with Caitlin and Adam.
Jann talks to Caitlin and Adam about fitness during lockdown, Lizzo’s epic call out of body shamers this week & double standards in dating.
It was the week that COVID was pushed from the headlines, as outrage following the death of George Floyd spread from the US to cities around the world. Jann discusses the emotional impact, surrounding stories and making personal change with Caitlin and Adam.
Jann catches up with Caitlin and Adam about the gradual reopening of Canada, how the pandemic is affecting performers and little splurges.
Jann discusses a new sexual recommendation for quarantine from the Dutch government with Caitlin. Are you eating more? Drinking more? You’re not alone. We’ll discuss new consumption habits also and why it’s time to give yourself a break.
In the middle of a pandemic sometimes it feels good to chat about good old fashioned celebrity gossip. Jann talks to Caitlin about an upcoming documentary that caught her attention, and why being Kanye’s bodyguard sounds terrible.
Jann’s guest this week is Elaine Lui (aka Lainey Gossip) from The Social & etalk. They discuss becoming more efficient & creative in lockdown, as well as the privileged bubbles celebrities exist in during quarantine.
Jann’s special guest this week is Melissa Grelo from The Social. Jann and Caitlin discuss some promising COVID-19 news and the stress of parents teaching from home.
Jann’s very special guest this week is Rick Mercer! She reveals a never-before-told story that will forever change the way you view hockey nets. Not to be outdone, Rick cautions listeners against passing out in a coffin.
Jann discusses the potential benefits of a forced, quieter life with Caitlin (and engineer Adam) and the side effect of everyone video conferencing from their homes.
Jann talks to Caitlin (and podcast engineer Adam!) about how quarantine is impacting relationships and we share our isolation indulgences.
Jann catches up with Caitlin from afar & welcomes special guest Ziya Tong who shares how positive change could be waiting for us on the other side of the COVID-19 crisis.
With physical isolation and distance being the new normal, Jann and Caitlin marvel at how much more connected humans have become.
In honour of social distancing, this week’s podcast is a special solo episode with Jann from home. She reflects on the past, the strange times we are living in and how good things really do come from bad things.
Jann and Caitlin continue their conversation about astrology and wonder aloud about self-acceptance & understanding.
Jann’s special guest this week is radio announcer, style expert and curvy model extraordinaire, Meredith Shaw!
Jann and Caitlin cover a lot of ground: rural vs. urban driving, signs from the universe and even a game of Would You Rather!
Jann and Caitlin’s discussion around bedside table contents leads to pondering astrology & religion. Denise Donlon returns as Jann’s special guest to talk about the global crash & recovery of the music industry.
If you grew up watching Much Music you don’t want to miss Jann’s special guest this week: Denise Donlon. Jann and Caitlin discuss world travel and why they each avoided backpacking.
Writer Anne T. Donahue returns as Jann’s special guest to discuss the new golden age of television and being a public figure.
Jann & Caitlin debate the merits of Valentine’s Day and break down the Oscars.
Jann & Caitlin discuss the importance of learning how to become yourself. Writer (and prolific tweeter) Anne T. Donahue is Jann’s special guest. They talk sobriety, success, struggles & the perils of youth.
Jann and Caitlin discuss the wide variety of emotions expressed online and share thoughts on how to handle negativity.
Co-host of The Social and pleasure expert Cynthia Loyst returns as Jann’s special guest to talk about her new book Find Your Pleasure
Jann Arden and Caitlin share some of their favorite films of the year, discuss film critics & Ricky Gervais hosting the Golden Globes.
Jann welcomes back etalk host and fellow podcaster Chloe Wilde to talk about body image and her new Crave original series Healthy is Hot.
This week Jann and Caitlin discuss body image, unrealistic expectations and ponder why we’re all so hard on ourselves. Jann welcomes etalk host and fellow podcaster Chloe Wilde to the show to discuss her new Crave original series Healthy is Hot!
This week Jann’s special guest is road manager Chris Brunton, who regales us with tales from the road & an epic dating disaster story. Jann and Caitlin compare notes on sex before marriage, internet trolls and online dating.
Jann starts her first podcast of the new year discussing footwear, ASMR & the power of encouraging words with Caitlin. Her longtime road manager Chris Brunton joins as the first special guest of 2020!
With 2020 just a few days away Jann and Caitlin discuss New Year’s Eve celebrating, the subsequent recovery & resolutions. Ziya Tong returns as Jann’s special guest and shares exciting possibilities for positive change in the decade ahead.
With four days left until Christmas Jann talks advent calendars and last minute shopping with producer Caitlin. Jann's special guest this week is TV presenter and author of The Reality Bubble, Ziya Tong.
Jann discusses the pressure of the holidays and navigating family expectations with producer Caitlin. Chief anchor of CTV National News Lisa LaFlamme returns to talk about her holiday tradition and Jann may try to force a Christmas carol out of her.
Who benefits from intergenerational bickering? The comments section. Listen to several different generations discuss the OK Boomer trend AND get along while doing it. Jann’s special guest this week is chief anchor of CTV National News, Lisa LaFlamme!
Jann discusses healthy sleep habits, dreams, ghosts and even hallucinations with producer Caitlin. Co-host of the Social, relationship expert & close friend, Cynthia Loyst returns as our special guest!
Welcome to The Jann Arden Podcast! For the inaugural episode Jann will be discussing relationships & the concept of self-partnering. Joining her is co-host of the Social, relationship expert & close friend, Cynthia Loyst.