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Podcasting since 2024 • 180 episodes

The Pulse

Latest Episodes

Ann Vriend Brings AV & the Inner City to the Island & Ken Neden of Arrowsmith Search and Rescue

Why You Should Listen to This Episode: Ann Vriend turned lockdown into a front porch choir, and that choir is now AV & the Inner City, headed to Vancouver Island for Pacific Contact. She also tells the family story behind A Dollar &a...

September 30, 2026 • Season 3 • Episode 4 • 45:49

Indianapolis Colts - Football, Fantasy & Indiana Food

BONUS RECIPE: Download Chef Jonathan Frazier's Recipe for the Indianapolis Pork Tenderloin Sandwich: https://bit.ly/S2EP03FootballRecipeThe NFL season is underway, and F3 is back w...

September 30, 2026 • 20:23

Frank King - Speaking “Frank(ly)” about Mental Health and Resilience

Content note: This episode includes open discussion of depression and suicide. Please listen with care. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 9-8-8, the Suicide Crisis Helpline, any time, day or night. In BC you can also...

September 30, 2026 • 47:24

Duck Paterson Drives an Ambulance to Kyiv & A 9th Trip to Ukraine with Darrell McKay

Why You Should Listen to This Episode: Two Vancouver Island volunteers, two very different ways of showing up for Ukraine. Duck Paterson, a 75-year-old Ladysmith councillor with 38 years on council, explains why he is driving an ambulanc...

September 23, 2026 • Season 3 • Episode 3 • 40:35

Dallas Cowboys in Brazil, Week 2 Fantasy Injuries & Smoked Brisket Nachos

BONUS RECIPE: Download Chef Jonathan Frazier's Recipe for Smoked Brisket Nachos: https://bit.ly/S2EP02FootballRecipeThis week, Jonathan and Erin turn their attention to the Dallas Cowboys, looking at the team's upcoming internatio...

September 23, 2026 • 18:21