Overheard Podcast

The Best Podcast in the Bow Valley. We dive into local topics, news, music, comedy and anything related to Banff.

Overheard Podcast is a comedy podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 146 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Overheard Podcast, a comedy show with 146 episodes published.

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  Episode #141

  Canada's Worst Golf Course with @itscaseyjames

  Aug 25, 202659 minS1

  Turns out Canada’s worst golf courses might not be so bad after all. Casey James is a Calgary-born tattoo artist, father of two and lifelong golfer who is travelling across the country in search of overlooked small-town courses. But despite the name of his series, he isn’t showing up to tear these places apart. He’s uncovering hidden gems, meeting the people keeping them alive and proving that rough greens, affordable tee times and a welcoming clubhouse can deliver every bit as much fun as an exclusive luxury resort. But Casey’s story goes much deeper than golf. In this episode, we talk about growing up in Calgary, tattoo culture, fatherhood, men’s mental health, time spent in jail and the darker chapters that forced him to reconsider the direction of his life. Casey opens up about learning from his mistakes, realizing he doesn’t always have to take the hard way out and refusing to let the worst moments of his past define the person he is today. We also get into the origins of Canada’s Worst Golf Course, the mystery of the 19th hole, the online golf community and why Casey wants to use the series to support small courses and junior golf programs across the country. People deserve second chances. Maybe golf courses do too. This episode is brought to you by Drinkshaft, the Bow Valley’s number-one grab-and-go cold brew. Cold, nitro-infused and non-alcoholic. Start early and do the day right with Drinkshaft. Big thanks to our second community sponsor, Defending Awesome. Banff’s one-stop print shop and graphic design experts for creative projects big or small. If you enjoy the conversation, give the episode a like and subscribe to the channel. Around 70% of the people watching still aren’t subscribed, and clicking that little button goes a long way toward helping us bring you more community-building stories like this one. Thanks for tuning in, and like every week… SEE YOU NEXT TUESDAY!!

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  Episode #140

  The People Moving the Bow Valley Forward, we’re Talking Shop with the Chamber of Commerce

  Aug 18, 202657 minS1

  What does the Chamber of Commerce really do? This week, Dan sits down with Sarah and Simon from the Bow Valley Chamber of Commerce to talk about what happens behind the scenes when local businesses need support, connection or someone in their corner. We get into membership, advocacy, mentorship and what it takes to build a stronger business community in a place as unique as the Bow Valley. We also look ahead to the Business Excellence Awards on November 12, including how nominations work, what separates these awards from Best of the Bow and why recognizing someone’s hard work can mean more than you might realize. This episode is brought to you by the Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation. We’re thrilled to have their support as we celebrate the people, businesses and community leaders helping move the Bow Valley forward. A huge shoutout to Wolfe Canmore for giving us a home for this conversation. Their team was amazing and truly rolled out the red carpet for us. Thank you as well to all the sponsors helping bring this year’s Business Excellence Awards to life. Nights like this don’t happen without local businesses stepping up to celebrate other local businesses. And, as always, a big thank you to our longtime sponsors DrinkShaft and Defending Awesome for continuing to believe in Overheard and helping us tell more stories from across the Bow Valley. Know a business, organization or person doing great work around here? Nominate them. A little recognition can go a long way. Like, subscribe and come celebrate the people who make the Bow Valley what it is. See You Next Tuesday!!

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  Episode #139

  The Fastest and Youngest Person to Climb the Canadian Rockies’ 11 000ers, Halden Borglum

  Aug 4, 202658 minS1

  What does it take to climb all 58 of the Canadian Rockies’ 11,000-foot peaks? This week on the Overheard Podcast, we’re joined by Canmore-based alpinist and former Canadian biathlete Haldan Borglum. After spending nearly two decades competing at the highest levels of biathlon, Haldan stepped away from elite sport and turned his focus to the mountains, completing one of the most demanding alpine projects in Canada in just over two years. We trace that journey from his childhood and years on the biathlon circuit to discovering mountaineering, learning the technical skills required for the Rockies’ biggest objectives and realizing that a record-breaking pace was within reach. We also dive into the final expedition to Tusk Peak and Mount Clemenceau, where changing plans, mechanical failures and difficult decisions ultimately led to a solo finish on the last mountains of the project. Along the way we discuss endurance, risk, suffering, preparation, decision-making, what drives someone to chase goals of this scale and why the work behind the scenes is often far greater than anyone ever sees. If you enjoy stories about adventure, perseverance and the people pushing the limits right here in the Canadian Rockies, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Important Disclaimer. The activities discussed and depicted in this episode involve significant objective hazards and should not be attempted without the appropriate training, experience, equipment and preparation. Haldan Borglum has spent years developing the technical skills, judgment and fitness required for these expeditions. While we would never discourage someone from pursuing their goals, it’s important to understand that decisions made in the mountains carry real-life consequences. No summit is worth compromising your safety. Whether you’re heading out for a short hike or a technical alpine objective, always prioritize preparation, good decision-making and returning home safely. This episode was recorded before the July 30 avalanche on Broad Peak. We extend our sincere condolences to the climbers, Sherpas, their families and everyone affected by this tragedy. This episode is brought to you by Drinkshaft, the Bow Valley’s number one grab-and-go nitro cold brew. If you’re enjoying the Overheard Podcast, don’t forget to like, subscribe and share the show. Around 70% of our viewers aren’t subscribed, and every subscription helps us continue bringing you conversations with the incredible people shaping the Bow Valley and beyond. Like every week, See You Next Tuesday!!

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  Episode #138

  Living In Balance: Braiding Knowledges with Corey Beaver

  Jul 28, 202633 minS1

  Climate change is usually talked about through numbers, emissions and policy. But what happens when we start talking about how it feels? In this episode of the Overheard Podcast, recorded live in Banff, we sit down with Cory Beaver immediately following the Braiding Knowledges workshop hosted by the Biosphere Institute to explore the connection between climate change, mental health and our relationship with the land. Together, we unpack climate anxiety, grief, responsibility, Indigenous knowledge and the role community plays in carrying challenges that are simply too big for one person to hold alone. We also explore what Îyârhe Nakoda teachings can offer to a conversation that is often dominated by Western perspectives, and why caring for the land begins with changing the way we relate to it. This is the first of eight episodes we’re proud to produce in partnership with @BiosphereInstitute, made possible through the support of the Town of Banff. Over the coming months we’ll be exploring local stories, ideas and people working toward a more resilient future for the Bow Valley. If you enjoy conversations like this, don’t forget to like, subscribe and share the episode. It helps us continue bringing important local stories to a wider audience. See you next Tuesday!!

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  Episode #137

  The Beauty and Chaos Behind Canmore AMPfest with Kasey Nolan

  Jul 22, 202628 minS1

  Metalheads can look intimidating from the outside, but Kasey Nolan says the community behind the music is often one of the most welcoming places you can find. Kasey is a Banff-based musician, independent promoter and the founder of Beauty In Chaos Productions. For more than a decade, he has helped create space for punk, metal and alternative music in the Bow Valley, connecting local artists with bands from across Alberta and beyond. He is also the founder of Canmore AMPfest, an all-ages festival built to showcase the full range of alternative music while giving artists and audiences a place to come together outside the usual bar and nightlife circuit. In this conversation, we get into what first pulled Kasey toward punk and metal, how Beauty In Chaos Productions began and why he felt the Bow Valley needed a festival of its own. We also talk about what makes AMPfest different from a traditional metal show, why the lineup stretches from fingerstyle guitar and electronic music to punk, hardcore, metalcore, black metal and melodic death metal, and what connects all of those artists despite how different they may sound. Kasey explains why keeping the festival all ages has always mattered, what artsPlace makes possible as a venue and how much work goes into organizing a full day of live music behind the scenes. Most importantly, we talk about the assumptions people make about punk and metal shows, why the scene is more inclusive than many people realize and what first-time attendees can expect when they walk through the doors. Canmore AMPfest returns for its fifth year on July 25, 2026, at @artsplacecanmore. The lineup includes: @eyeofhorusofficial @lushclot @company_of_wizards @per.velum @umiyokai @sorguinazia @beyondsuffering @regalfoul @soggymoccasinsofficial @victorialiesband @jonnyrocketmansatomictango @timmymannmusic @kyle_pullan @quantummonastery Tickets are $40, with $20 youth tickets available through artsPlace Canmore. Canmore AMPfest is supported by Beauty In Chaos Productions @kaseynms, @banffpunknights, Heavy Metal A Way Of Life, The Pro Image and our good friends at @defendingawesome. This episode is brought to you by @drinkshaft, the Bow Valley’s number one grab-and-go cold brew. Thanks to Kasey for taking the time to join us and explain the work, community and chaos behind AMPfest. See you next Tuesday.

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