63 New Canadian & Indigenous Video Podcasts: Now Streaming!

We’re celebrating the TELUS STORYHIVE Video Podcast premiere with the launch of 63 brand new podcasts—each one created by incredible storytellers from communities across B.C. and Alberta.

From fresh voices to bold perspectives, these local podcasts capture the creativity and curiosity shaping communities across Canada. Each series brings something unique, from thought-provoking conversations to untold stories and new ways of seeing the world.

Explore topics spanning culture, identity, entrepreneurship, climate and wellness—there’s something for everyone, and plenty to spark connection, learning and inspiration.

Watch early on TELUS Optik TV Video on Demand channel 9 and Stream+ — all series now streaming! Catch the full series on STORYHIVE’s YouTube channel starting June 16, 2026.

Project Spotlights

Branches Between Generations | Parksville, B.C. | Project Lead: Clinton Nellist

Students from the digital age sit face-to-face with seniors from Canada’s retirement capital to discuss the changing nature of the world and what intuitive wisdom stands the test of time. Join Clinton Nellist as he hosts intergenerational podcasts out of a small recording studio in Parksville, B.C.

Levelling Up Mental Health | Calgary, Alberta | Project Lead: Andrew Nicholson 

Calgary psychologist Andrew Nicholson and his best friend and actor Adolyn H. Dar explore the intersection of video games and mental health, including topics like video game addiction, violence in games, and the benefits of gaming to mental health, all while trying to answer the ultimate question of whether video games are the hero or the villain.

Many Medicines: The Intersection of Art, Culture & Healing | Fort McMurray, Alberta | Project Lead: Stacey Grant

Explore the stories of Nistawayaw (Fort McMurray/Wood Buffalo)’s Indigenous artists and leaders with Métis artist and cultural educator Stacey Grant. Discover land-based knowledge, cultural arts, identity, and the interconnections that shape community.

Okanagan Legends and Hauntings | Kelowna, B.C. | Project Lead: Stephanie Romaniuk

Two women, one a lifelong resident and one newer to the area, share accounts of paranormal activity and legends in the Okanagan Valley. As they dive into the rich history of their region as a context for these mysterious accounts, will their questions about the unknown be answered or will their research leave them searching for more?

The Cripped to Ripped Podcast | Cranbrook, B.C. | Project Lead: Darcy Allen

After a devastating knee injury left him with a permanent disability, Cranbrook’s Darcy Allen refused to quit. On Cripped to Ripped, he shares his story and those of others who’ve triumphed over life-altering injuries. Join us as we dive into the physical and mental challenges of recovery and celebrate the inspiring people who push beyond limitations to redefine strength.

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