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  • Cross-Cultural Love Stories: Relationship Remix

    Cross-Cultural Love Stories: Relationship Remix
    Jan 14 2025
    Black Film Space Manitoba is set to premiere their documentary 'Relationship Remix' on February 14th, 2025. The documentary delves into the lives of five couples in mixed relationships, showcasing the cultural, traditional, and personal complexities they navigate. The film provides a rare insight into an 18-year marriage between a Jamaican and Pakistani couple raising four children. Producers Chris Sharp and Lino Martinez Jr. discuss their inspirations, personal connections to the subject, and the therapeutic nature of the project. They highlight the importance of portraying both challenges and joyful moments in interracial relationships. The documentary aims to foster understanding and dialogue about interracial relationships
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    9 min
  • Kickoff Countdown: The Birth of Canada's Northern Super League

    Kickoff Countdown: The Birth of Canada's Northern Super League
    Jan 1 2025
    Introducing the Northern Super League: Canada's New Women's Soccer League! In this exciting episode of Winnipeg Weekends, Kevin Burgin interviews Christina Litz, president of the Northern Super League (NSL), Canada's new professional women's soccer league. They discuss the significance of this new league for female soccer players and its broader impact on women's professional sports in Canada. Christina highlights the league’s planned kickoff in April 2025, the six participating clubs, and the development of youth academies. They also discuss the importance of creating opportunities in sports beyond just playing, including business and broadcasting roles for women. Tune in to learn more about this groundbreaking initiative and where to find more information about the NSL.
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    6 min
  • Beer, Food, and Community - OGC Brewing: 7 Years of Flavorful Innovation

    Beer, Food, and Community - OGC Brewing: 7 Years of Flavorful Innovation
    Dec 8 2024
    Crafting Excellence: The Evolution of One Great City Brewery & Restaurant In this episode, we catch up with the team behind One Great City Brewery & Restaurant, exploring their journey from a budding brewery to a celebrated brewpub offering both exceptional beer and top-notch cuisine in Winnipeg. The discussion dives into their culinary philosophy, the evolving beer industry, their unique beer creations like the Holiday Humbug Brew, and their commitment to community support through charity initiatives. Tune in to learn about their latest offerings and holiday specials, as well as the significant changes they’ve embraced over their seven-year journey.
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    9 min
  • Club House Culinary Soundscapes with actor, comedian, and TV host, Gerry Dee

    Club House Culinary Soundscapes with actor, comedian, and TV host, Gerry Dee
    Oct 8 2024
    Discover our first-ever audio cookbook, featuring a rich sensory journey of Thanksgiving recipes that sounds delicious! Narrated by the iconic voice of actor, comedian, and TV host, Gerry Dee.
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    6 min
  • Laughs and Luxury: Fort Garry Hotel's Exciting Fall Lineup

    Laughs and Luxury: Fort Garry Hotel's Exciting Fall Lineup
    Sep 3 2024
    The Fort Garry Hotel is transitioning to fall with the launch of the Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Club, offering an event called 'Pasta and Punchlines.' Janet Harder, VP of Food and Beverage Operations, discusses the event which includes a four-course pasta dinner prepared by chef Fabrizio Rossi and a comedy show featuring Frank Spadone. Enjoy the hotel's fine dining at Vita Cucina Italia, its ongoing events such as a Sunday concert series with Winnipeg Jazz, and other amenities available year-round including the oval brasserie and 10 Spa.
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    7 min
  • Art and Music: A Journey with Stephanie Westdal

    Art and Music: A Journey with Stephanie Westdal
    Aug 30 2024
    Winnipeg artist Stephanie Westall talks about her music career and latest album, 'Drive Your Car'. Stephanie discusses her global travels and experiences living in various countries, as well as her dual talents as a musician and visual artist. She shares insights on her songwriting process, including a creative challenge on Instagram and the collaborative efforts with her producer, Chris Bergasmi. Stephanie describes the emotional depth in her music, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the cathartic experience of performing deeply personal songs. The interview also touches on her upcoming shows and future artistic collaborations, including a mini-tour in Halifax.
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    9 min
  • Manitoba's Ultimate Burger Showdown

    Manitoba's Ultimate Burger Showdown
    Aug 22 2024
    'Between the Buns,' Manitoba's only local burger competition, is running from September 1st to 8th. Shaun Jeffrey, Executive Director and CEO of the Manitoba Restaurant and Food Services Association, highlights the event's features, including over 100 participating restaurants, media promotion, and customer contests with prizes like 'date night for a year' packages. The initiative also supports the Dream Factory charity, offering voters multiple ballots for donations. The event culminates with the top three restaurants competing in front of local chefs for a grand trophy. The competition aims to boost excitement and support for the local restaurant industry amidst economic challenges.
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    8 min
  • Winging It: Dave MacKay’s Passion for Chicken Wings at Little Bones

    Winging It: Dave MacKay’s Passion for Chicken Wings at Little Bones
    Aug 21 2024
    The Chicken Wing Phenomenon with Dave McKay In this episode of Winnipeg Weekends with Kevin Bergen on 680 CJOB, Kevin interviews Dave McKay, the dedicated owner of Little Bones Wings. McKay shares the story of his Winnipeg-based restaurant, which initially started as a food truck, and its evolution to offer 75 flavours of chicken wings. He discusses the challenges and adjustments made during the COVID-19 pandemic, the impact of high demand events like the Super Bowl on wing prices, and the restaurant's diversification into other menu items. McKay also announces the return of the popular Deathwing, a high-heat wing dish.
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    11 min