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In this episode of Non-Partisan Hacks: The Pulse Edition, Parksville councillors Joel Grenz and Sean Wood sit down with Nanaimo councillor and former Regional District of Nanaimo board chair Tyler Brown to unpack what it really takes to run meetings that work, keep a 19-member board aligned, and steer governance without theatrics, gavels, or power plays.
Brown traces how Nanaimo moved fr...
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BONUS RECIPE: Download Chef Jonathan Frazier's Recipe for Houston-Style Game-Day Brisket Rub: https://bit.ly/S1EP09FootballRecipe
This week on the F3 Podcast hosts Erin Frazier and Chef Jonathan Frazier of the Comox Valley ride the emotional waves of a chaotic Week 14 — recording live as the Houston Texans and Kansas City Chiefs trade touchdowns, turnovers and tension in real time....
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(09:40) Steve Patterson, award-winning host of CBC's The Debaters, discusses the show's 20th anniversary holiday tour hitting five BC cities including Nanaimo and Victoria in December. Patterson reveals about what makes the debate format work and how Canadian comedy's self-deprecating humor creates magical unplanned moments. Event details: https://de...
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BONUS RECIPE: Download Chef Jonathan Frazier's Recipe forTampa-Style Grouper Sandwich: https://bit.ly/S1EP07FootballRecipe
In this episode of the F3 Podcast — Football, Fantasy & Food — Erin and Chef Jonathan Frazier of the Comox Valley dive into the surprises of Week 13 as late-season chaos shakes up playoff races and fantasy matchups. Upsets, shutouts, and razor-thin fantasy h...
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(22:59) Laura Palmer, host of the Island Crime podcast, discusses her eighth season entitled "My Best Friend, Bree," which investigates the 2021 murder of Bree Gamble in Victoria's Beacon Hill Park. Palmer, who recently received the Shelley Fralic Award from the Jack Webster Foundation, shares her process for selecting Vancouver Island cases, and how...
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In this episode of Non-Partisan Hacks: The Pulse Edition, Parksville councillors Joel Grenz and Sean Wood sit down with Teresa Cooper, Executive Director of the Parksville Downtown Business Association, to explore the challenges and opportunities facing Parksville downtown revitalization on Vancouver Island.
(10:15) The conversation explores the Imagine Parksville Downtown initiative, a ...
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BONUS RECIPE: Download Chef Jonathan Frazier's Recipe for New York Dirty-Water Dogs with Classic Red Onion Sauce: https://bit.ly/S1EP06FootballRecipe
This week on the F3 Podcast Comox Valley, hosts Erin and Jonathan Fraser unpack a chaotic Week 12, where low-scoring defensive battles wrecked fantasy lineups and overconfidence came back to bite. With American Thanksgiving delivering ...
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(29:45) Award-winning performer Zachary Stevenson, who grew up in Parksville, shares his remarkable journey from Vancouver Island orchards to international stages across Canada, the United States, and Europe. Zachary discusses his Holly Jolly Christmas tour coming to the Port Theatre in Nanaimo this December, blending classic Buddy Holly hits with festive rock and...
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BONUS RECIPE: Try Jonathan’s favourite California Carne Asada Nacho Platter: https://bit.ly/S1EP05FootballRecipe
This week on the F3 Podcast, hosted by Erin and Jonathan Frazier of the Comox Valley dive into the highs and lows of fantasy football while spotlighting the Los Angeles Chargers. They’re dissecting Justin Herbert’s standout performances, the team’s strong start—including a swe...
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(20:30) Award-winning actress Chelah Horsdal shares her journey from growing up on Vancouver Island as folk legend Valdy's daughter to starring in The Man in the High Castle and Star Trek: Discovery. Chelah discusses her powerful new short film Never Use Alone, highlighting Canada's National Overdose Response Service, and reveals plans for a personal docu...
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In this episode of Non-Partisan Hacks: The Pulse Edition, Parksville Councilors Sean Wood and Joel Grenz take listeners behind the scenes of municipal advocacy work that directly impacts Vancouver Island taxpayers.
(25:50) The episode features Sean Wood's announcement to run for mayor of Parksville in October 2026. His campaign platform centers on respectful governance, collaborativ...
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BONUS RECIPE: Download Chef Jonathan Frazier's Recipe for Cincinnati’s famous Chili at home: https://bit.ly/S1EP04FootballRecipe
This week on the F3 Podcast Comox Valley, hosts Erin and Jonathan Fraser dive into the highs and lows of fantasy football while spotlighting the Cincinnati Bengals. They’re talking Joe Burrow’s injury updates, standout fantasy performances like Jonathan Ta...
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(05:44) A WWII veteran (name withheld by request) delivers a powerful message to Vancouver Island's younger generations about protecting freedom. Speaking ahead of Remembrance Day, this hero emphasizes that freedom "is not guaranteed".
(15:01) Darin Brown, Oceanside Ducks Unlimited Canada Chair, explains the urgent campaign to save Hamilton Marsh—one ...
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This week on the F3 Podcast Comox Valley, hosts Erin and Jonathan Frazier take you from the roar of the Ravens to the rich flavours of Maryland. They’re talking Lamar Jackson’s electric plays, Baltimore’s playoff potential, and a food scene that’s as bold and loyal as its fans.
From fantasy football frustrations to pit beef sandwiches sizzling outside M&T Bank Stadium, it’s a mix of ...
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This PULSE Community Podcast episode features two remarkable Order of Canada recipients whose creativity and passion continue to shape art, conservation, and culture on Vancouver Island and around the world.
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(27:10) Paul Nicklen, the Vancouver Island photographer and co-founder of SeaLegacy, talks about his path from marine biologist to acclaimed conservation photo...
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In this episode of Non-Partisan Hacks: Pulse Edition, Parksville councillors Joel Grenz and Sean Wood break down one of the most talked-about issues in local government: housing.
What's the difference between market and non-market housing? Why is non-market housing so hard (and slow) to build? Who actually pays for it? And what does the "Vienna Model" have to do with Vanco...
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This week on the F3 Podcast, join hosts Erin and Jonathan Frazier of the Comox Valley as they mix touchdowns, tastings, and the thrill of fantasy football. From Patrick Mahomes’ legendary moves to the fiery flavours of Kansas City, this episode is a perfect blend for foodies, football fans, and fantasy junkies alike!
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(18:37) Author Shanon Sinn discusses his extensively researched book “The Haunting of Vancouver Island” exploring Vancouver Island's paranormal landscape. Sinn shares the compelling story of an Indigenous woman seen walking on water in Port Alberni's Somass River, asking witnesses "Have you seen my baby?" He reveals disturbing patterns in Sasqua...
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This week on the F3 Podcast Comox Valley join reporter Erin Frazier from ”Off the Record Podcast” and her husband, Chef Jonathan Frazier of ”The Edible Valley Podcast”. It’s a playful mix of touchdowns, tastings, and the joys of learning from each other—perfect for foodies, football fans, and everyone in between!
This F3 Podcast episode tackles the harsh reality of NFL quarterbacks follo...
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(00:00) Rod Mickleburgh, veteran BC journalist and co-author, reveals never-before-heard stories from his collaboration with John Horgan on the late premier's memoir. Mickleburgh conducted final interviews from Horgan's hospital bed in Germany, capturing candid reflections about the premier's year at Ocean Falls Pulp Mill, his famous bus rides from V...
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