Podcasts by SADCAST: a podcast featuring stories, art and design from "No Fun City."

EP78: Comedy Duo Allie Entwistle & Kerri Donaldson from 2020-02-13T14:00

Find out how the comedy duo Brunch like their comedy, influencers and eggs –– the answers will surprise you. Also discussed, Spotify's broke ass, why auditioning sucks and are street magicians t...

EP77: Designer & Comedian Seabus Memes from 2020-01-06T14:00

Chatting with Vancouver's online provocateur Seabus Memes, who, surprisingly is very chill IRL. We discuss all the hits including Tinder, Uber, Cactus Club and the secret to getting a cab to tak...

EP76: Designer & Letterer Sami Christianson from 2019-12-09T14:00

Sami Christianson talks about going from working in an agency to co-founding Best Studio with her friend and colleague Mariko Whitley. We discuss how they came up with their confident...

EP75: Designer & Illustrator Trevor Basset from 2019-11-06T14:00

Trevor talks about what it's like being a senior designer at Starbucks while managing his side hustle Throw & Co. We also take a peek at the Seattle design community and Trevor's new drink & dra...

EP74: Cameron Spires from Goat to Self from 2019-10-07T13:00

Cam chats about his side hustle @goattoself, his many future creative projects, and how it compares to his day job as a copywriter. We also chat about what’s funny, w...

EP73: Alice Forneret from Dead Mom's Club from 2019-09-06T13:00

Talking about grief and unconventional grieving strategies with expert Alica Forneret. Also, on the accounts side of things, Dan Culic from Rethink talks about hi...

EP72: Comedian Andrea Jin from 2019-08-06T13:30

Pam chats about her creative personality according to Adobe. Guest Andrea Jin talks about the importance of being an authentic comedian along with musings on how to give criticism, fa...

EP71: Illustrator Graeme Zirk from 2019-07-05T13:00

Discussing what made Graeme leave his design job at Lush to follow his dream of being a full-time illustrator. Also discussed: is being a creative better now, or ...

EP70: SAD Comedy Vol. 7 from 2019-06-04T13:00

Excerpts from our live SAD Comedy show recorded earlier this year, featuring the truly hilarious Abdul Aziz, Pardis Parker, Tin Lorica, and Katie-Ellen Humphries....

EP69: Katie Stewart & Michelle Cyca from SAD Mag from 2019-05-01T13:30

Pam chats with fellow SAD mag co-publishers about what it’s been like to build the magazine and what it’s like to let it go to the next generation. Also discussed, the weird secret behind Kinfol...

EP68: Comedian Yumi Nagashima from 2019-03-25T13:00

Seeing what it was like for Japanese born comic Yumi Nagashima coming up in the comedy scene in Vancouver. Also discussed: Terrace House, punching up, comedy taboos, ...

EP67: Text Artist Mega McGrath from 2019-02-25T14:00

Chatting with the mega talented Mega McGrath about originality, mantras, the rap calendar, and staying hyped about your creative practice. 

EP66: Author Andrea Loewen plus Stu & Leigh from Dungeon Punks Podcast from 2019-01-29T14:00

Discussing how to love yourself even when you hate your work with author of Feeling Better: A Field Guide to Liking Yourself, Andrea Loewen. Then, we chat D&D (an...

EP65: Jeff Hamada from Booooooom from 2019-01-02T14:00

Chatting with Jeff about curating his wildly popular art blog Booooooom and his side lark Listen

EP64: Artist Jaik Puppyteeth from 2018-11-08T14:00

Pam starts the episode with everyone’s favourite…a lecture! Then Jaik gives us his uncensored thoughts on horror movies, podcasts, ghosting, and what he really thinks...

EP63: Angie Coates of Five15 from 2018-10-11T13:00

Talking about finding work/life balance when your business relies on social media with self-taught designer Angie Coates. Angie shares how she built her company Listen

EP62: Illustrator & Designer Syd Danger from 2018-09-17T13:00

Syd takes us through her journey from hating design to becoming an editorial designer for mags like Adbusters, Geist and soon-to-be SAD! Also discussed, how to price your ...

EP61: Artist Marena Skinner from 2018-08-14T13:00

Talking to Marena about making a living as a self-taught artist, why monsters are more interesting than people, and her haunted apartment. With music from Slant 6.

EP60: Illustrator & Artist Karla Monterrosa from 2018-07-11T12:30

Karla tells us the secret to a great Tinder profile and how to make the grossest cocktail we’ve ever heard of. Also discussed: casual racism from strangers and the great Vancouver fri...

EP59: Comedian Graham Clark from 2018-05-24T13:00

Hear Pam try to explain the formula for joke writing to a professional comedian. Also discussed: What work inspires us and what work makes us want to kick ourselves, Hanson, Days of our lives, a...

EP58: Jamie Smith from Thrive Art Studio from 2018-05-02T13:00

Discussing the daunting business of making it as an artist with the founder of Thrive Art Studio Jamie Smith. 

EP57: Writer Keagan Perlette from 2018-04-02T13:00

Keagan talks about astrology, why all dogs don't go to heaven, and where to meet hot singles in your area. With music from Wake Owl.

EP56: Writer Cole Nowicki from 2018-02-19T14:00

Discussing Cole’s latest projects along with our mutual love of Google docs, and fascination with how cool smoking looks (but don’t ever try it). With music from Linda Fox.

EP55: Musician & Illustrator Jenny Ritter from 2018-01-17T14:00

Chatting with Jenny Ritter about putting her personal music project on hold while focusing on her choirs (Kingsgate/MPRIS) and branching out into illustration. With music from Jenny Ritter. 

EP54: Jackie Hoffart from Fox Hole Comedy from 2018-01-02T14:00

SADCAST founder Jackie Hoffart returns to chat about her new wife life, Vancouver's comedy blacklist, and how to adopt a problematic bro. With music from Kim Gray. 

EP53: Filmmaker Dylan Maranda from 2017-10-03T13:00

Taking an in depth look at the film scene in Vancouver, what it takes to make it out here, and why shooting on film isn't dead. With music from Winona Forever.

EP52: Writer & Pop Culture Enthusiast Andrea Warner from 2017-09-12T13:00

Delving deep into important topics like which is the best swear word, why Beyonce named her twins Rumi & Sir, and what exactly is wrong with Taylor Swift. We also chat about Andrea’s new book. W...

EP51: Author Dina Del Bucchia from 2017-08-28T13:00

Chatting with Dina Del Bucchia about writing, her new book Don't Tell Me What to Do, and what sports she's good at (hint: the ones with big balls). With music from White Poppy....

EP50: Living on a School Bus with Photographer Carly Dame from 2017-07-28T13:00

Photographer Carly Dame tells us what it was like to quit her job and ditch her apartment to tour around the US in an old school bus. With music from Prado.

EP49: DJ & Producer Pat Lok from 2017-07-12T13:00

Chatting with DJ & producer Pat Lok about collaboration and whether making pop songs would be selling out. With music from Pat Lok.

EP48: Comedian & Animator Nima Gholamipour from 2017-06-30T13:00

Chatting with triple threat, comedian, actor, and animator Nima Gholamipour. Learn the right way to watch a stand up comedy special plus how virtual reality sex works now, vs in the movie Demoli...

EP47: Lizzy Karp & Ken Tsui of Here There from 2017-06-15T13:00

Talking to Lizzy Karp and Ken Tsui about burning questions like how many fucks should one actually give? Do you need to be in emotional turmoil to make good work? We also discuss the evolution o...

EP46: Neurotic Perfectionism and Matty Vu & Ivan Decker Live at SAD Comedy from 2017-05-31T13:00

Taking a look at neurotic perfectionism and what that means in a profession where it literally pays to be a perfectionist. Also Matty Vu and Ivan Decker lighten the mood with their live sets fro...

EP45: Pat Kelly from This is That from 2017-05-15T13:00

A quick review of Stefan Sagmeister’s Happy Film followed by a chat with Pat Kelly from CBC’s Listen

EP44: The Onion of Diversity with The Future is You and Me from 2017-04-26T13:00

Pam starts things off right by telling her inner critic to STFU followed by a special guest interview conducted by SAD Co-publisher Michelle Cyca. Michelle talks with Megan Lau and Kristin Cheun...

EP43: Photographer Jackie Dives from 2017-03-16T13:00

Photographer Jackie Dives talks about developing 28 rolls of old film and the treasure trove of memories she finds in them. With music from Alex Cameron.

EP42: Typographer Kenneth Ormandy from 2017-03-03T14:30

Nerding out about fonts and the future of type with SAD Mag's typographer and organizer of Type Brigade Kenneth Ormandy. With music from The Courtneys.

EP41: Caroline Ballhorn and the Tin Can Studio from 2017-02-14T14:00

Talking about being creative in the city and cultivating connections with artist and co-founder of the Tin Can Studio, Caroline Ballhorn. With music from Jonathan Richman.

EP40: The Revival of Craft and Turning Your Hobby Into a Job with Ceramicist Lindsey Hampton from 2017-02-02T14:00

Discussing how multidisciplinary artist Lindsey Hampton went from graphic design to ceramics and how less really is more when it comes to her creative practice. Also thoughts on why vinyl record...

EP39: Ditching Desk Jobs with Photographer Reece Voyer from 2017-01-19T15:00

Accountant turned photographer Reece Voyer talks about following what makes you happy and not shit talking anyone while you do it. With music from Dopey’s Robe.

EP38: Freelancing with Illustrator Tierney Milne from 2017-01-04T14:00

Talking about the satisfying but busy life of a freelance illustrator with Tierney Milne. Also, some musings on how to create fresh and exciting work. With music from Loving.

EP37: Artist Ben Skinner from 2016-12-08T05:12:52

Artist and Art Director for Visual Display at Aritzia, Ben Skinner is a man of many talents. This episode he shares his experience working on multiple projects and his love of using and collecti...

EP36: Kuh Del Rosario & is rule breaking a gendered behaviour? from 2016-11-22T04:49:32

Discussing breaking the rules at work. Plus we talk with multidisciplinary artist Kuh Del Rosario about how using different materials pushes her artwork and her new exciting project abroad. With...

EP35: Fatima Dhowre Live from 2016-11-10T15:38:05

Fatima Dhowre lifts our spirits with her set from our last SAD Comedy show. With music from Kelley Stoltz.

EP34: Diversity in Creative Fields Plus Conspiracies, Cults and Secrets with Meredyth Cole from 2016-10-28T04:57:02

Do professional writers use the word “woke”? How do you order from the Starbucks secret menu? Is the world, in fact, flat? Find out the answers to these burning questions and...

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EP33: Bathrooms of YVR from 2016-10-13T05:44:52

Where is the grossest place to "do your business" in Vancouver? We chat with instagram's foremost authority on relieving yourself in this city @bathroomsofyvr. Also a quick look at VIFF's new wo...

EP32: Creative Burnout & Untitled Art Space’s Lauren Zbarsky from 2016-09-27T03:17:39

What do you do when you have no more left to give creatively? Also, a delightful conversation with Lauren Zbarsky, founder and curator of Untitled Art Space on what it's like to collaborate and ...

EP31: Anthony Casey AKA Shanda Leer from 2016-09-15T05:28:04

Chatting with SAD's most beloved drag star, what exactly does giving shade really mean, our favourite insults PLUS "Sexe Machin/Sex Machine" from Jef Elise Barbara. Listen

EP30: Jane Stanton Live from 2016-08-28T23:56:58

Now with better audio! Podcast confusion, Jane Stanton live from our SAD Comedy Show PLUS “born to be your girl” from Dream Cars. Listen

EP29: Beer Friday Sunday Cider from 2016-07-08T20:26:37

Sunday Cider, Job-boning weddings, feminism and performance reviews, and the value of fake laughter PLUS Wishkicker's "Scrimmage". sadcast.ca

EP28: Chewing the Fat with ... Alice Fleerackers from 2016-06-03T19:31:38

Drawn & Fleerackers! Listen to the sultry tones of our beloved (former) web editor before she leaves for an internship with Drawn & Quarterly in Montreal. We discuss garden chic, working with cr...

EP27: Referrals with Rachel ... Reggae Decoupling from 2016-05-10T23:27:39

This week, Resident Referral Artist Rachel sends a confused white boy who doesn't understand why no one will dread his hair to a "Reggae Decoupling Specialist". 

Episode 26: Grown-Ass Lady ... Shame Alarms & Bieber Panties from 2016-04-30T04:03:01

This week we celebrate free boobin' (h/t CYC), next level points card genius, cosmetic acupuncture, gall stones, shame alarms, pickle juice, and a google search for a beyonce bathing suit (beyth...

Episode 25: Beer Friday ... Imaginary Personal Assistants from 2016-04-21T18:36:38

In this week's BEER FRIDAY, we sip on DCBC's West Coast Pilsner and North Shore Brewing's Ginger Stout while discussing Pam's imaginary personal assistant JONATHAN, toxic indifference between co...

Episode 24: Chewing the fat...with Michelle Cyca from 2016-04-04T14:00

We talk with Co-Publisher of SAD Mag and writer Michelle Cyca. We discuss her piece in the most recent issue of SAD all about being a precocious teen who uses internet chat rooms to learn about ...

Episode 23 - Chewing the Fat ... with a teenager! from 2016-03-28T15:00

We talk Ke$ha, snapchat, and pads. Music by PALE RED! Visit us at sadcast.ca

Episode 22: Grown-Ass Lady - Free your sausage! from 2016-03-21T13:02:26

Tips for living your best grown-ass lady life! This week: take the spanks off your sausage, remember your own damn birthdays, stuffed stuff, milk crates, fandor, foreign netflix and the elusive ...

Episode 21: Referrals with Rachel - Elevator Uh-Oh from 2016-03-10T23:00

Each month we call SadMag's resident comedian, Rachel, to get a specialist referral for our bullshit problems. Featuring the song "I don't go outside, I don't like shit" by Vancouver's very own ...

Episode 20: Beer Friday! from 2016-03-02T07:05:31

*NEW SADCAST FORMAT*BEER FRIDAY is where we rage over bureaucracy and patriarchy while sampling some of Vancouver craft beer! Featuring music by MU and SHAMIR.

Episode 19: Under Construction from 2016-02-07T01:34:45

The SADCAST is under construction, but in the mean time we wanted to let you know about the AMAZING launch party for the brand new issue of the magazine – Feb. 13 at the Remington Gal...

Episode 18: Polyglots, Dilettantes & Flaneurs from 2015-12-22T05:47:10

Remember Remembrance Day? Special guest RACHEL joins Pam and Jackie to talk dreams, tech support, master of none, new emojis, dating across smartphone brands, and awkward sex ed quest...

Episode 17: Physio Butts, Shower Sharing & Swallowing Secrets from 2015-10-13T18:41:42

Jackie's 17-year-old niece for president! Awkward physio vibes and broken butts! Where to draw the line between intimacy and bowel movements! And when to tell a sad person that you slept with th...

Episode 16: Fake Tatts, The Emmys & NYC from 2015-10-01T05:44:52

Honestly, we talk longer about nae naes than we do the trend (question mark) of metallic fake tatts, do a SADCAST take on this year's Emmy's, and discuss a few highlights of Pam's recent HONEYMO...

Episode 15: Jock Talk with Steph Hill, Googin' it & Pantone Confusion from 2015-09-08T05:23:43

We are joined this week by self-described jock Steph Hill to talk about her STORY in the new issue of SAD Mag about CrossFit called "Feel the Burn". Then we shoot the breeze about the DESIGN new...

Episode 14: Cinemagraphs, Chris Farley & Deep Cut Album Reviews from 2015-08-23T05:58:47

The PREVIEW episode! Jackie and Pam preview the new issue of SAD Mag; the Movement issue! It has cinemagraphs in it! Jackie previews the new documentary "I am Chris Farley" and Pam discusses Con...

Episode 13: Bday Bonerkillers, Inside Out & Upside Down (FIXED) from 2015-07-17T23:24:57

This week hosts Jackie Hoffart and Pam Rounis are joined by SAD Mag head honcho Katie Stewart for a three-on-mic experience that touches on party buses, death by boa constrictor, the movie Insid...

Episode 12: Pressing Record, White Iverson & iTunes Playlists from 2015-06-17T06:22:25

The mini-episode in which Jackie and Pam reminisce about the episode they JUST recorded but didn't actually record. UGH. We rally to talk nebulizers, mochi, and soap. Plus a wicked deli...

Episode 11: What's Your Deal? With Pamela Rounis from 2015-05-30T19:43:26

Recorded in February 2015, Jackie sits down with SAD MAG designer (and friend and neighbour) Pamela Rounis. We talk about the 90's, spooning dreams, designer eyes, and ... we discuss podcasts. E...

Episode 10: Lucky / Unlucky in Love and Jobs from 2015-02-21T02:00

Stu is back! And this podcast is taking no prisoners. Jackie is frustrated about Valentine's Day AND complicated job application processes, Stu is calm and cool and grounded about it. FEATURING ...

Episode 9: Hospitals, Coming Out & Doing the Thing from 2015-01-29T20:02:21

In which host Jackie Hoffart returns to Calgary to visit her father in hospital, comes out to her 6-year-old niece and chats briefly about finding inspiration in confusing times. Visit Listen

Episode 8: Head-Down Rests, Minecraft & The Tooth Fairy from 2015-01-03T02:26:35

Conversations with my 6-year-old niece, a holiday edition of SADCAST, the SADMAG podcast. Visit sadmag.ca and find the link to our show blog. 

Episode 7: Hacker Barbie, Kerria Gray & Pro Procrastination Stories from 2014-12-03T04:59

This week, hosts Jackie Hoffart and Stu Popp read "Computer Engineer Barbie" and talk about the #FeministHackerBarbie response, Jackie speaks to SAD MAG photographer and lovely human Kerria Gray...

Episode 6: Vancouver Election and Shelley Stefan Feature Interview from 2014-11-10T09:00:54

Hosts Jackie Hoffart and Stu Popp discuss their personal feelings about the Nov. 15 Vancouver Election candidates, then Jackie has a feature length chat with artist Shelley Stefan ahead of the g...

Episode 5: Dispatches from #soloroadtrip2014 from 2014-11-01T16:00

Host Jackie Hoffart dispatches from the car during her 7,700km solo road trip  through 9 states and 2 provinces in 15 days. Links in the thing at sadcast.tum...

Episode 4: Gabriola, Alea Rae & Fantasy Thanksgiving from 2014-10-11T11:00

Hosts Jackie Hoffart and Stu Popp welcome Portia Boehm to discuss her piece in the SUBURBIA issue of Sad Mag about Gabriola Island, host a dynamic giggle-fest with New West band Alea Rae, and ge...

Episode 3: Gamergate, Fall TV and D&D from 2014-10-03T08:21:37

Hosts Jackie Hoffart and Stu Popp discuss misogyny in the online gaming world, our favourite Fall TV shows (and why), and Stu helps Jackie build a Dungeons and Dragons character! Wow! 

Episode 2: Blood Hounds, VIFF & Myers-Briggs from 2014-09-23T04:58:04

Hosts Jackie Hoffart and Stu Popp discuss 'Blood Hounds' (aka people into period sex), review our picks for VIFF, and Jackie does Stu's Myers-Briggs Type Indicator. So fresh!

Episode 1: Whales, Devils & Earth Signs from 2014-09-15T19:46:38

Hosts Jackie Hoffart and Stu Popp dive in to illegal search and caesar salad, the real meaning of "dork", erect(ed) statues, the singer LOWELL, and Jackie does Stu's astrological birth chart.