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The Spotlight Hour with Linda Olsen

The Spotlight Hour with Linda Olsen

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No one knows Calgary like Linda Olsen. Born and raised in Calgary Linda is one of the city's longest serving, and most respected award-winning journalists. Every episode on The Spotlight Hour Linda shines a light on the people, places, and stories that make Calgary such a great place. From comedians, actors, and athletes to politicians and everyday people making Calgary one of the greatest cities on the planet; you'll find them all here. Social Sciences
Episodes
  • The Spotlight Hour: Beyond the Fear

    The Spotlight Hour: Beyond the Fear
    Apr 11 2026
    In this episode of The Spotlight Hour, called Beyond the Fear, I explore fear as a constant companion in our lives. I am joined by entrepreneur and author Cory Davison, and endurance athlete and mountaineer Jill Wheatley, who each bring their own lived experience with fear and resilience. This conversation offers a deeper look at how we can move beyond fear, not by eliminating it, but being curious about it and learning how to walk with it.
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    52 mins
  • The Spotlight Hour: Game on Calgary

    The Spotlight Hour: Game on Calgary
    Apr 4 2026
    This week on The Spotlight Hour - Game on Calgary - I'm taking you inside the world of esports and how Calgary is stepping into it in a big way. I'm joined by Eddie Sargent, Associate Dean of the Chiu School of Business, who shares why the college invested in a state-of-the-art arena and new digital-career pathways. Then varsity Valorant players Dennis Asham and Chris Rosquillo bring the competitive world to life, from high-level gameplay to culture, community, and the future of esports in Calgary.
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    57 mins
  • The Spotlight Hour: Next-Gen Workforce

    The Spotlight Hour: Next-Gen Workforce
    Mar 28 2026
    How can we get the next-gen workforce ready? It starts with that very first job. And this generation of young people is entering the workforce at a challenging time, with youth unemployment at around 15 percent in Calgary. Still, there are opportunities and practical ways to help youth take those first steps with confidence. My guests are Sam Wright with the City of Calgary's Youth Employment Centre and Avra Davidoff, a registered psychologist and children's author, with grounded advice, encouragement and insight.
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    53 mins
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