by Edify Magazine
Get behind the scenes of Edmonton’s award-winning, city magazine: Edify — which celebrates living in the dynamic city of Edmonton. Hosts Omar Mouallem (Editor-In-Chief) and Trudy Callaghan (Publisher) share the curious stories from behind Edify’s glossy pages. Tune in to explore the ideas that shape our city, and find out what happens when you dare to publish a city magazine.
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April 22, 2026
<p>How do authors make time for their creative process? How do they decide what to write about? And what is it like to actually sit down and write? Three local authors, David Berry, Lisa Martin and Zeina Sleiman, speak with contributor and guest host Zachary Ayotte about their recent books, the process of writing and what inspires them to keep writing. </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode: </p><p>How Artists Make Money and How Money Makes Artists, by David Berry</p><p>A Story Can Be Told About Pain, by Lisa Martin</p><p>Where the Jasmine Blooms, by Zeina Sleiman</p><p><br></p><ul><li>(00:36) - Introducing David Berry </li> <li>(08:45) - The time to create </li> <li>(19:01) - How artists make money </li> <li>(24:40) - Introducing Lisa Martin </li> <li>(30:44) - The structure of storytelling </li> <li>(38:47) - Introducing Zeina Sleiman </li> <li>(47:41) - Solving problems in fiction</li> </ul><br><strong>--Credits--</strong><p>Guest hosted by Zachary Ayotte</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://odvod.com/">Odvod Media</a></p><p>Audio Engineering by <a href="https://odvod.com/our-team/">Steve Glen</a></p><p>Production assistance by Caitlin Hart</p><p>Original music by Darrin Hagen</p>
March 20, 2026
<p>Publisher Trudy Callaghan chats with two Edmonton restaurateurs — Juju Paul of Golden Sparrow and Ed Donszelmann of Otto Food and Drink and the new Tulip Sandwich Shoppe.</p><p><br></p><p>Juju explains why he believes Edmonton diners are more sophisticated than ever, how collaboration between chefs makes the scene stronger and the meaning behind the name Golden Sparrow — a hidden gem with big ambitions.</p><p><br></p><p>Next, Trudy and Ed discuss the value of supporting local, what it takes to build something in this city and the vision that fuels Otto. </p><p><br></p><ul><li>(01:12) - Golden Sparrow’s origins </li> <li>(10:25) - A healthy culinary scene </li> <li>(19:02) - Ed Donszelmann’s long career in Edmonton restaurants </li> <li>(22:27) - Best Restaurants event </li> <li>(29:50) - Why local matters</li> </ul><br><strong>--Credits--</strong><p>Hosted by Trudy Callaghan</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://odvod.com/">Odvod Media</a></p><p>Audio Engineering by <a href="https://odvod.com/our-team/">Steve Glen</a></p><p>Production assistance by Caitlin Hart</p><p>Original music by Darrin Hagen</p>
November 26, 2025
<p>How is former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi faring in Edmonton? The Alberta NDP leader sits down with host Omar Mouallem to discuss his new role, the issues facing Alberta’s big cities and whether he’ll start cheering for the Oilers. </p><p></p><ul><li>(02:21) - Introducing Naheed Nenshi </li> <li>(10:40) - Filling Rachel Notley’s shoes </li> <li>(18:52) - Addressing Edmonton’s local issues </li> <li>(26:50) - Changing the way cities respond to mental health </li> </ul><br><strong>--Credits--</strong><p>Hosted by Omar Mouallem </p><p>Produced by <a href="https://odvod.com/">Odvod Media</a></p><p>Audio Engineering by <a href="https://odvod.com/our-team/">Steve Glen</a></p><p>Production assistance by Caitlin Hart</p><p>Original music by Darrin Hagen</p>
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Get behind the scenes of Edmonton’s award-winning, city magazine: Edify — which celebrates living in the dynamic city of Edmonton.
Hosts Omar Mouallem (Editor-In-Chief) and Trudy Callaghan (Publisher) share the curious stories from behind Edify’s glossy pages. Tune in to explore the ideas that shape our city, and find out what happens when you dare to publish a city magazine.
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