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The Conversationalist with Ryan MacDougall & Richard Lubin

Spare Bedroom Studios

The Conversationalist is a no-rules roundtable hosted by Ryan MacDougall and Richard Lubin, with a rotating cast of friends and co-hosts. Every episode is a collision of hot takes, internet chaos, and unapologetic humor.From viral headlines and pop-culture meltdowns to sports debates and absurd everyday stories, nothing is off the table. Expect raw opinions, hilarious tangents, and the kind of off-the-rails energy you’d only find in an unfiltered group chat.Recorded out of Edmonton, powered by Spare

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80:14

Edmonton’s Election Fallout, Blue Jays’ Run & A...

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2025/10/23

Ryan, Rich, and Lewis unpack Edmonton’s election results, the teacher strike chaos, and how The Conversationalist somehow became part of the mayoral storyline. Then they jump into the Jays’ World Series run, the morality of politics in sports, Netflix ad rants, and the seven-minute crown jewel heist that feels straight out of Ocean’s Eleven.🎙 Recorded in Edmonton. Produced by Spare Bedroom Studios.#TheConversationalist #SpareBedroomStudios #Edmonton #AndrewKnack #BlueJays #WorldSeries

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72:17

Edmonton Politics, Sports Chaos & Ryan’s Engagement

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2025/10/19

The full crew is back — plus two dogs in studio — for Episode 54 of The Conversationalist, filmed at Spare Bedroom Studios.This week, the guys recap Ryan’s interview with Edmonton mayoral candidate Andrew Knack, dig into local bike lane and transit debates, and then take a hard left into Vegas proposal stories, sports hot takes, and a few very questionable movie reviews.Expect chaos, comedy, and the occasional bark. Featuring: Ryan, Rich, Mark & Lewis Recorded at: Spare Bedroom Studios,

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49:33

The Conversationalist Ep | 53 - Jays Hope, Oilers...

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2025/10/10

We celebrate a Jays run, unpack an Oilers opener, and argue whether McDavid’s pay move equals leadership. Then: when media’s “first take” hurts real lives, whether true-crime teaches the wrong lessons, and who should get paid when AI clones a face or voice. We close with a ruthless AITA.👉 Follow The Conversationalist & Solo Spotlight by Ryan MacDougall. New: Prime Joe Time (Spare Bedroom Studios).Socials IG/FB: @Spare_Bedroom_Studios#YEG #CanadaPodcast #MediaEthics #AITA #Debate #Creators

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100:00

The Conversationalist Ep 52 - Potholes, Playoffs &...

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2025/10/03

This one’s a full plate, Edmonton—the whole meal deal. We’re digging into the issues that actually shape your week: city politics, taxes, infill versus sprawl, the playoffs, and even the eternal battle over airplane armrests. —just real talk about what it all means for your street, your wallet, and your Sunday.Ryan and Richard, with producer Mark, break it all down with their signature mix of insight and humor. We translate policy into plain language, connect the dots between sports headlines and

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74:35

Solo Spotlight 62 - Uncle Hack (Danger Cats) - Origin...

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2025/09/28

Uncle Hack @DangerCats69 pulls up to Solo Spotlight and we get into the whole arc—oil patch shifts → sketch grind → “Rules of the Patch” blowing up → sobriety reset → first open mic → building Danger Cats → and the infamous 3-venue fail-safe for canceled shows. If you’re chasing stage time (or just love good chaos), this one’s for you.Guest: Uncle Hack — Comedian, Danger Cats 🎟 Tickets/Merch: dangercatshop.com 📲 IG: @unclehacks69 YT - @dangercats69

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58:58

Solo Spotlight 61 - Anthony (@tangled.anglerr) -...

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2025/09/25

Solo Spotlight 61 — A real conversation with my friend Anthony (aka @tangled.anglerr). We get into why process beats the catch, the unwritten rules around sharing fishing spots (without being “that guy”), and plain-English conservation so our rivers actually have fish tomorrow. We also talk resilience, headspace, and knowing when not to post.About Solo Spotlight Long-form, human conversations. Just people telling the truth about what they do and why it matters. Connect Host: Ryan —

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126:58

Nick Von Wackerbarth: How Podcasting Built a Comedian.

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2025/09/23

Podcaster. Stand-up. Nick Von Wackerbarth built The VonDubCast on long-form, real talk—then used that muscle to step on stage and make strangers laugh. We get into the jump from podcasting to comedy, the ugly/funny truth about bombing, how rooms actually work, beating podfade, and making creativity pay without selling your soul.Follow Nick / Get tickets Guest IG: https://www.instagram.com/nickvondub The VonDubCast: @TheVonDubCast

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69:56

Solo Spotlight Ep 59 — Joey Vyvanse: Small Town, Big...

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2025/09/18

Joey Vyvanse joins Solo Spotlight to unpack the stove-story name, the Blue Door set, writing Scorpion, and why “Clean Hands” & “Spaceship” connected. We talk ADD vs consistency, ads vs shows (what actually grows fans), Invermere’s capacity night, collabs, and what’s next. Subscribe, comment your favorite line, and stream Joey via the links.Hit subscribe, drop your favorite bar in the comments, and stream Joey below. Independent artists don’t grow by accident.Guest links • IG: [@joeyvyvanse] •

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80:31

Solo Spotlight — EP 58: Mark Hillman (PACE) | Ward...

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2025/09/16

Solo Spotlight with Ryan. Today’s guest: Mark Hillman—PACE candidate for Ward papastew (Garneau, Strathcona, Queen Alexandra, Belgravia, Windsor Park, Ritchie, Allendale, Pleasantview and more).We keep it human and practical: fewer slogans, more “show your work.”In this episode:Value for money: where he’d start on spending, and how residents would actually feel it this year.Transit & safety: late-night confidence on LRT/bus—presence, patrols, perception vs. reality, and what riders would see

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66:51

The Conversationalist Ep 51 — Baseball Karen, Bold...

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2025/09/15

We break down the viral “Baseball Karen” saga (yes, there’s a $5,000 apology offer), argue WNBA watchability, drop a bold Oilers “we don’t lose if we’re back” prophecy, and explain why Albania’s “AI minister” would start with public procurement. We even cap it with a 60-second Conjuring: Last Rites review.🎧 Full audio feed: https://media.rss.com/the-conversationalists-with-ryan-and-rich/feed.xml Want to start a podcast? RSS.com makes it stupid-simple — record, publish, grow:

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71:42

Solo Spotlight Ep. 57 — Jen Tomski | From Reels to...

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2025/09/11

In Solo Spotlight Ep. 57, we sit down with Jen Tomski—the creator behind That’s Really Jen and the 2025 Edmonton Tourism Awards – Tourism Influencer winner. We talk content craft (from ideation to edits), working with brands without losing your voice, and the real-life moments behind the reels.If you’re building on social, this one’s a mini-masterclass wrapped in a candid conversation.🎧 Listen to the podcast (audio) - RSS (hosted on RSS.com):

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71:03

Rebuilding After Divorce: Identity, Co-Parenting &...

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2025/09/11

Note: I missay the episode number in the intro—this is Solo Spotlight Ep 56.Divorce isn’t a personality; it’s a plot point. Coach/author Matina Singh joins me to talk about rebuilding identity after a breakup, co-parenting without chaos, and the daily routines that actually move you from survival to “okay, I’ve got this.”In this episode: Turning heartbreak into a new identity (without pretending you’re fine) Co-parenting frameworks that lower temperature, not just expectations Daily routines for

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68:05

Halfway to 100: Stream Chaos, Creator Boom, Clippers...

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2025/09/07

Episode 50—half a hundred and fully caffeinated. Ryan, Lubin, Mark, and Kelvin go straight at the week’s biggest fan-pain points: NFL RedZone sneaking in ads, the death of free streams and the messy new reality of sports rights (ABC/Peacock/Prime… pick a lane), the Kai x Kevin Hart x Druski mega-stream and what it says about “TV vs. creators,” plus the Clippers/Kawhi under-the-table allegations and what penalties could look like. We wrap with a spicy (and honest) riff on Ontario crime, vigilantism,

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64:43

Raising Boys Who Become Remarkable Men | Kathryne...

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2025/09/04

Parents, teachers, coaches—this one’s for you. Kathryne Imabayashi (Parents-of-Boys coach; early-years educator; author of Raising Boys Who Become Remarkable Men) lays out the “bias you can’t unsee,” how the Boy Code pressures boys to hide their feelings, and simple everyday scripts to raise boys who are strong and kind.About our guest:Kathryne is a Canadian-born educator with four decades across international schools and leadership roles (Japan, Thailand, Georgia, Qatar). She founded Sonhood

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53:17

“You’re Only as Fast as Your Last Race” — Austin Cole...

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2025/09/02

Canadian 400m sprinter Austin Cole sits down to break the myth that sprinting is “just 44 seconds.” We cover the full grind: training blocks, travel and acclimation, funding/sponsorship reality, selection windows, and the mindset it takes to keep winning when you’re “only as fast as your last race.” If you’re an athlete, coach, parent—or just sprint-curious—this episode is a blueprint, not a highlight reel.What you’ll learn • How Austin went from hockey to track, then set a 300m school record as a

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64:58

The Conversationalists Ep 49 — Grenada, Taylor &...

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2025/08/30

This week we’re poolside (literally) with Kelvin dodging monkeys in Grenada, arguing about Taylor & Travis, celebrating UBC boys hitting the NFL, and telling an all-timer airline saga. Zero fluff, just real talk and dumb jokes. Tap in.👍 Like, 💬 comment your favorite moment, and 🔔 subscribe if you’re new.HOSTS & CREW Ryan • Lubin • Mark • Kelvin (remote from Grenada)FOLLOW SPARE BEDROOM STUDIOS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spare_bedroom_studios Facebook:

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97:20

Solo Spotlight Ep 53: Eric Kane — Identity, Touring,...

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2025/08/28

Singer–songwriter Eric Kane walks through the rebrand from Cane Incognito to his own name, the personal events behind the new material, and how DIY touring across Western Canada helped him build momentum. We also cover the single “Water My Soul.”Listen to “Water My Soul”: https://lnk.to/EKwater Follow Eric: https://www.instagram.com/erickane_/ • https://www.tiktok.com/@erickane_ • https://linktr.ee/erickaneSubscribe to Spare Bedroom Studios for new episodes of Solo Spotlight and more shows:

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64:37

From Family Satế to Store Shelves | Steven Nguyen...

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2025/08/26

First batch gone in 48 hours. ~400 jars in ~3 months. Then AHS reached out—so Steven paused home production, moved into a commercial kitchen, and kept building.Drunken Phở’s founder Steven Nguyen breaks down how a family Vietnamese satế (lemongrass chili oil) became a real brand: a 12-jar retail test that sold out in ~3 days and expanded to five stores, scrappy pop-ups (30 jars in 30 minutes; 45 in ~2 hours), and content that actually converts.What we cover:- Satế vs. generic chili oil (and why

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64:19

Braden Burym: From Directional Driller to Documentary...

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2025/08/22

When Braden Burym left Saskatchewan for steady money in Alberta oil and construction, it felt like a one‑way road to a decent life. Years later, on May 31st, a routine basket move whipped the wrong way and ripped his bicep tendon. Overnight he was injured, medicated, and expendable. HR said there was no work. Bills stacked. Friends went silent. The gym—the last outlet holding the darkness back—was gone.Four days before eviction, a lawyer called about long‑owed wages from a defunct Saskatoon

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77:02

Chili Oil Hustle, WNBA Heat & Air Canada Chaos | The...

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2025/08/21

Local grind meets sports soap opera. We kick off with a killer Edmonton founder story—how Drunken Foe went from mom’s recipe to navigating AHS rules, pH tests, and razor-thin margins—then pivot into the week’s sports drama: Ryan’s Austin Cole debrief, a Canadian teen shaking up tennis, MLB history behind the plate, Jays reality check, the WNBA’s money/growth tension (yes, Caitlin comes up), and the NBA’s never-ending headline factory. We land the plane with a no-fluff chat on the Air Canada mess and

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