Afternoon Pint

Afternoon Pint Hosts Matt Conrad and Mike Tobin have new guests on each week to share informal conversations at a brewery or pub over a cold beverage. Together We Drink!

The ‘pint’ is symbolic in sharing good after work conversation. To Inform, amuse and inspire.

Jennie BovardThe funniest stories aren’t the ones built on clichés—they’re the ordinary slip-ups we all share. Think: ho...
10/07/2025

Jennie Bovard

The funniest stories aren’t the ones built on clichés—they’re the ordinary slip-ups we all share. Think: hopping into the wrong car, or reaching for the bus pole and accidentally grabbing someone’s hand. That’s exactly the kind of humour Jenny Bovard has built into her work. As lead and associate producer of Pretty Blind—a sharp, scripted Canadian comedy about life with low vision and albinism—Jenny is flipping stereotypes on their head and proving that relatability beats “inspiration arcs” every time.

In this conversation, Jenny shares how her hit podcast Low Vision Moments became the seed for Pretty Blind, the magic of writing alongside Jonathan Torrens and Mark Forward, and the behind-the-scenes details of building an accessible set—from tactile floor markers to softer lighting strategies. We dive into the show’s all-out goalball episode (rivalries, ridiculousness, and Paralympic-level laughs), as well as the tech that actually helps in daily life, from iPhone OCR to the promise of smart glasses

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10/06/2025

This week on Afternoon Pint Podcast, we sit down with Jennie Bovard — the fantastical new star of the brand-new Canadian comedy Pretty Blind 🎬👓.

From breaking stereotypes to behind-the-scenes laughs, Jennie shares how real life with low vision and albinism shaped one of the most refreshing new shows on TV.

📺 You can stream Pretty Blind for FREE right now on AMIPLUS.CA — don’t miss it!
🎙️ And while you’re at it, hit follow on Afternoon Pint to catch the full convo and more episodes every week.

Full episode Tuesday: www.afternoonpint.ca

Today, we pause our usual content to reflect on Truth and Reconciliation Day.This day is a reminder to honour the childr...
09/30/2025

Today, we pause our usual content to reflect on Truth and Reconciliation Day.

This day is a reminder to honour the children who never made it home, the survivors of residential schools, and their families and communities. It is also a call for all of us to listen, to learn, and to carry truth forward in both our words and our actions.

The path to reconciliation is not simple, and it requires more than symbolic gestures. It requires honesty, compassion, and the willingness to create a future rooted in respect and understanding.

🧡 We stand with Indigenous communities today and every day.

09/29/2025

Last Call with Jeff Douglas

Jeff has some wise words for us

Check out the full episode with Jeff on www.afternoonpint.ca

09/27/2025

Jeff Douglas Sat through Afternoon Pint’s 10 Questions. We made him sweat! 😅

We talk about his band, Height Requirement, playing at the iconic .ca and so much more!

Check out the full podcast where we cover this legendary I AM CANADIAN rant by Molson🍻

🍁 I AM CANADIAN. 🍁Remember that legendary beer commercial that brought a whole country together? 🇨🇦 Jeff Douglas—aka Joe...
09/23/2025

🍁 I AM CANADIAN. 🍁

Remember that legendary beer commercial that brought a whole country together? 🇨🇦 Jeff Douglas—aka Joe from Molson’s “I Am Canadian” rant—joins Afternoon Pint to share the behind-the-scenes story of how one ad became a cultural touchstone that still unites Canadians 25 years later.

From a wicked hockey haircut to CBC radio host—this is the story of how a reluctant beer spokesman became a national symbol. Grab a pint and celebrate Canada with us. 🍻

🎧 New episode out now at:

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09/19/2025

SUNDAY 7:00 PM (AST) — MEAN GIRLS x HOT SAUCE 🔥

We’re doing a Hot Sauce Scene Read of the from the iconic cafeteria intro scene from the movie Mean Girls— spice level: On Wednesdays we burn 🔥 Plus a part two bonus scene from when Janis confronts Cady!

Filmed at Bonfire Halifax with co-owner/artist Kristyn Green and content creator Laura Flemming aka . It’s messy, it’s funny, it’s so fetch—and it’s on Instagram only.
Set a reminder, tag a friend who knows the Plastics, and follow for more spicy reads!

Premieres: Sunday, 7:00 PM AST

Leah ParsonsTwelve years after the tragic death of Rehtaeh Parsons, her mother Leah joins The Afternoon Pint for a conve...
09/16/2025

Leah Parsons

Twelve years after the tragic death of Rehtaeh Parsons, her mother Leah joins The Afternoon Pint for a conversation about trauma, institutional failure, and finding purpose after unimaginable loss.

Leah paints a vivid portrait of Rehtaeh—a compassionate teenager with dreams of becoming a marine biologist, whose life spiraled downward after a sexual assault was photographed and shared among her peers. What follows is a harrowing account of systematic failure across institutions meant to protect vulnerable youth.

On September 20th, the Rehteah Parsons Society will be hosting Rae’s Awareness Su***de Prevention Walk. You can find the details for the walk on Facebook if you would like to participate and show your support.

Share this episode with anyone concerned about youth mental health, digital citizenship, or finding purpose after loss.

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09/14/2025

Canadian legend Jonathan Torrens revealed how he first met comedy trailblazer Tom Green!

He even shared a couple of the outrageous things Tom did on his way to becoming a comedic icon.

🎧 Listen to the full episode now on all platforms & catch the full story in our feed.

09/13/2025

At the Film festival, we caught up with Taylor Olsen. Taylor Olson is a multiple Canadian Screen Award nominee & ACTRA Award winner based in Kjipuktuk/ Halifax, N.S.
His new movie titled, What we Dreamed Of, is about a dedicated swim coach and father who struggles with being invisibly unhoused as he lives out of his van.
Taylor's picture intends to tell one of the many stories of people across Canada that experience not having a place to live and struggle in silence.
Go see this movie and countless other amazing Canadian Stories at the Atlantic Film Festival running from September 10th-17th

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09/13/2025

The fellas talk with Rudi about how hot sauces and beer always seem to go so well together !

Matt talks about one of his favourite stores 🌶️🍺

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