English, Old Time Radio, 4 seasons, 75 episodes, 2 days, 7 hours, 34 minutes
Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe
English, Old Time Radio, 4 seasons, 75 episodes, 2 days, 7 hours, 34 minutes
About
Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe welcomes listeners into the warm and comforting world of the Vinyl Cafe. Each episode features two stories about Canada’s favourite fictional family: Dave, Morley and the kids, narrated by the late Stuart McLean and recorded live in concert. For the first time ever, long-time producer Jess Milton shares rare, behind-the-scenes stories from her 15 years touring, travelling, laughing, and recording with her close friend Stuart.
This is a world that is rooted in kindness, connection, and the laughter of recognition. A world that brings people together to rejoice in our ridiculousness. A world where we celebrate the small triumphs over the adversities of the everyday: like trying to find the perfect gift for someone you love, or the first Christmas without your sister; like trying to stage manage the school Christmas pageant, or trying to defrost a turkey with a hairdryer (we’ve all done that, right?).
Join us. New episodes every Friday.
In Over Your Head - Dave and the Cell Phone & Dave Goes Babysitting
“How was Dave supposed to know the Madden kids were all lactose intolerant.”Today on the pod, two stories where Dave bites off more than he can chew. In the first he babysits a cell phone that is left in the store; in the second he attempts to babysit some neighbourhood kids, with hilarious consequences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/18/2024 • 49 minutes, 43 seconds
The Arthurs
Our Thanksgiving tradition: The Arthur Awards! Two more of our favourite Vinyl Cafe Arthur Awards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/11/2024 • 31 minutes, 46 seconds
Listen Carefully - Music Lessons & Rock of Ages
“The day Annie began violin lessons was the most exciting day of her life."This week’s episode is all about music. It was such an integral part of both the radio show and the touring show. We have two music stories for you today. The first story is about the trials and tribulations of music lessons. In the second, a departed friend is celebrated in song. You’ll even briefly hear Stuart’s dulcet tones as he sings along! For more information about the sound sculpture Forty-Part Motet see https://www.gallery.ca/whats-on/exhibitions-and-galleries/janet-cardiff-forty-part-motet-2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/4/2024 • 33 minutes, 21 seconds
Gone to the Dogs - Le Morte D’Arthur
“He was a great dog.”Today on the podcast, two stories about dogs – one of my favourite subjects! The first is about Dave’s two dogs: Scout and, of course, Arthur. The second is a listener story about a remarkably faithful friend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/27/2024 • 35 minutes, 48 seconds
Change - Stephanie Goes to University & Carl’s Retirement
“Carl didn’t want to retire.”Today on the podcast, two stories about embracing change. Dave’s neighbour Carl Lowbeer (and his wife Gerda) get to grips with a major change in their lives: retirement! And Stephanie starts her new life at university. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/20/2024 • 47 minutes, 52 seconds
The Congregation of Adults - Sam’s Predictions
“I made predictions. They are all coming true.”This week, we’re talking about kids and independence. In our story, Sam gets guidance from an unexpected source: a fortune teller named Madame Nina. And we have a very special script: about trust, and hope, and goodness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/13/2024 • 36 minutes, 27 seconds
Dave Goes Back to School - Dave Gives a Speech & Planet Boy
“He came downstairs in a Grateful Dead t-shirt and a pair of bell bottoms.” Welcome back for Season 4 of Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe! This week, two stories about school: Dave gets nervous about presenting to a class at university; while Sam and Murphy go to their first school dance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/6/2024 • 54 minutes, 33 seconds
Season 4 – Starting September 6th
We’re so excited to be back next week with Season 04 of Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe. Join us for hilarious Vinyl Cafe stories and inspiring scripts by Stuart McLean. Here's a sneak peek... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
