Music Junkies Podcast

Are you the type that gets a thrill from an enticing blend of music, personal stories, and a dash of humor? Tag along as I, your host, sit down for a heart-to-heart chat with our charismatic guest Matthew Germain, Matthew's passion for country music, his fascinating life stories, and his unique perspective on simplicity and dreams converge in today's enthralling episode of Music Junkies...

After years of financial planning and managing clients' portfolios, Annette Smith found herself at a crossroads when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. This is when her love for music and storytelling led her to create the Music Junkies podcast. A platform where she shares the moving and fascinating life stories of herself and her friends, while also intertwining her passion for music...

Ever thought about how a towering height could influence a person's music career? Well, put on your headphones, and let's meet Brent Tyler, who stands tall at seven feet, not just in height but also in his passion for music. Brent generously shares the captivating journey of his life, beautifully interwoven with music, basketball, and knee surgeries.
Brent's musical journey is as diverse as it is intriguing.
But it's not just all about music...

Picture yourself in the backseat of a Ford Bronco 2, bass thumping from the Clarion subs in the trunk as the soundtrack of your youth plays. That's exactly where my good friend Jaret takes us in this episode, as he shares how music was his co-pilot through the journey of his teenage years. We wax nostalgic about old-school playlists, eccentric high school memories, and even Jaret's entertaining attempts at learning the guitar...

Ever wandered down memory lane with a friend, revisiting old music and reminiscing on shared experiences? Join me and my dear friend Tara as we go on a musical journey that maps her life, one that is as diverse and uniquely Canadian as the northern lights. Tara's carefully curated playlist, featuring many unknown and unpopular artists, becomes the soundtrack to her life, a melodic narrative of self-discovery, love, and strength...

Join us as we traverse the enlightening journey of self-discovery with Amber, unearthing the extraordinary role music and comedy played in her life amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Brace yourself for a thrilling ride as Amber transports us through her most cherished memories; from the echoing hallways of high school where she discovered her all-time favorite band, to the heartwarming tale of how a song by The Killers provided solace during a family member's turbulent breakup...

What if you could encapsulate your life into a soundtrack? The ecstatic highs, the soothing lows, and everything in-between captured in a melody. On this episode of Music Junkies, I sat down with my long-time friend, Jarek Chin, and we did precisely that. We embarked on a nostalgic journey, crafting a music playlist that reflected different eras of our lives, discussing our favorite bands, and reminiscing about Jarek's stint as a drummer in his junior high years...

Ever taken a stroll down memory lane and realized just how pivotal music was in shaping your life? Join us as we dig deep into our past, unearthing stories from our DJ-ing and raving days, treasured boy bands, and even the fashion trends that adorned our raving exploits. We'll also share personal stories of the memorial rides for our sister and how those moments, accompanied by music, have helped keep her memory alive...

Have you ever wondered about the struggles of crafting the perfect playlist? Or how music can be so integral to our lives that it becomes part of our very identity? In our latest episode of the Music Junkies Podcast, we sat down with Ash, a friend, music enthusiast, and veritable globetrotter, whose life journey took her from Australia to Canada! She chatted about her musical tastes, memorable concerts, and how music was the soul of her wedding...

Allow me to introduce you to Frank, an old friend with a tale as captivating as the rhythm of the drums he plays. We journey together through the melodies of his life, capturing the power and influence of music in shaping his trajectory, from forming a band with friends to grappling with addiction and eventual triumph...