The Jann Arden Podcast
Episodes
Joyful, Anyway with Kate Bowler
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
To start the show, Jann Arden, Caitlin Green, and Sarah Burke share exciting news about their upcoming live podcast taping in Toronto on May 5th as pa...
Recall: Sarah McLachlan's Better Broken
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Get tickets to our live show in Toronto at Departure! OnlyJanns get a discount and presale TODAY ONLY (Wednesday March 25th, 2026 at 10am EST). On-sal...
Dr. Jann vs. AI Jann vs. Power Washing Jann
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin & Sarah reunite without a guest. Jann tells stories of the bear in her yard, Caitlin catches everyone up on her house-hunting challenges...
Recall: Thordis Elva
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You know Thordis Elva as Jann's beloved fiance...but she's also an expert on internet safety and digital rights. For this week's recall, we're flashin...
From Prime Suspect to Scene of the Crime: Lynda La Plante’s Criminal Empire
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jann checks in from Iceland, Caitlin shares her rollercoaster trying to buy a new home in Toronto, and Sarah announces she has joined a legion ahead o...
Recall: Max Kerman from Arkells
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Arkells frontman and now author Max Kerman joins the show to speak about his new book Try Hard: Creative Work in Progress. Jann asks Max about ...
Daylight Savings, Midlife Rest & Alcohol with Sleep Expert Alanna McGinn
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin & Sarah welcome back friend of the show, sleep expert Alanna McGinn after a run through the week's headlines and some personal updates! ...
Recall: Tiffany Pratt
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jann revisits her conversation from last summer with Tiffany Pratt; a multi-disciplinary designer, creative director, and artist known for her unmista...
Pucks, Politics & Pure Rock ’n Roll With Sheepdogs Bassist Ryan Gullen
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Of course, Jann, Caitlin, and Sarah wanted to cover the controversy surrounding the American Men's gold medal hockey game, highlighting the cultural i...
Recall: Adriana Trigiani
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jann revisits her conversation with New York Times bestselling author Adriana Trigiani surrounding her latest book, 'The View from Lake Com...
Big Hormones, Small Achievable Goals
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After a short catch up between the hosts and Caitlin's Olympic coverage in The Scroll, Jann Arden welcomes special guests Meredith McNeil and Jennifer...
Recall: Chrystia Freeland
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jann Arden welcomes Canadian politician Chrystia Freeland to the show. The discussion covers Freeland's motivations for entering politics and running...
Connection, Pleasure and Valentine’s Day Pressure with Cynthia Loyst
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jann Arden welcomes back friend of the show (and friend in real life), Cynthia Loyst, co-host of CTV's The Social, a renowned author and sex educator ...
Recall: Tarot Lori
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jann Arden welcomes back friend of the podcast, Lori Dyan, also known as Tarot Lori. Lori discusses her book 'Big Deck Energy' and the transfor...
Kate Robson & Sarah Polley: Something To Hold Onto
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin & Sarah are excited to speak with two guests about a new book! Something to Hold Onto is written by Toronto psychotherapist Kate Robson,...
Recall: Josie Balka
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin and Sarah revisit their conversation with poet, influencer and radio host, Josie Balka. They discuss Josie's journey into poetry, the im...
Jann is Handy AF
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin & Sarah discuss the recent snowstorm in Toronto before transitioning to a conversation about the recent events in Minnesota. They touch ...
Recall: Strombo For Prime Minister
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A warm welcome back to friend of the show and one of our favourite Canadian media personalities, George Stroumboulopoulos. Jann, Strombo, Caitlin and ...
Surviving The Deep Freeze One Laugh At a Time
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin, and Sarah start with a little positivity with some personal updates. Jann is recording from Reykjavik, working on her book, while Caitl...
Recall: Jax Irwin on East Coast Cold Calls & Sobriety
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Flashing back to January 2025 and the first episode of last season, on this week's recall, Jann Arden revisits her conversation with Toronto-based med...
If You Had Three Wishes...
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin, and Sarah are reunited for episode two of season six! They discuss the overwhelming feelings of uncertainty and worry in today's world,...
Recall: John Batt
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jann Arden welcomes special guest John Batt, the creator of the popular Canadian history-themed Instagram account @canada.gov.ca. The...
Jann's Engaged and Eat Ice Cream, Live Longer
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We know you've been waiting to hear about the big New Years Eve announcement, JANN ARDEN IS ENGAGED! Jann tells Caitlin about Thordis' romantic propos...
Recall: Lisa Genova
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jann Arden speaks with Lisa Genova, a renowned author and neuroscientist, about her unexpected pivot from studying the brain to writing impactful fict...
Looking Back at 2025 Part Two
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In part two of two, we're looking back at our favourite moments of 2025! Including...a memorable gig at the Mission Hill Winery, the origin story of ...
Looking Back at 2025 Part One
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In part one of two, we're looking back at our favourite moments of 2025! That includes...Jann falling in love, going viral, fantastic guests like Chry...
Recall: Ziya Tong on Christmas
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do we own our stuff, or does our stuff own us? Jann is joined by special guest Ziya Tong to discuss our relationship with the things we own. She is an...
A Very Canadian New Year's with Jann Arden & Adrienne Arsenault
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For our last guest of 2025, Jann Arden welcomes Emmy Award-winning journalist Adrienne Arsenault, the chief correspondent of CBC News and host of flag...
Recall: Let's Get Christmas Going with Bryan Adams
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Flashing back to a holiday episode originally recorded in December 2022, Jann gets into the holiday spirit with a little help from a very special gues...
The Highs & Lows of 2025
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s show, Jann, Sarah, and Caitlin discuss the highs and lows of 2025, holiday traditions, upcoming events, and more. Caitlin also squeez...
Recall: Terri Clark
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann revisits a conversation with longtime friend and musician Terri Clark from June 2020! They discuss Terri's epic start at Tootsies in Nashville, t...
Alan Doyle and The Smiling Land
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann Arden speaks with beloved singer-songwriter and best-selling author Alan Doyle about his new book, The Smiling Land, his love letter to Newfoundl...
Recall: Julie Van Rosendaal Holiday Edition
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jann and Caitlin revisit their conversation with fabulous food writer Julie Van Rosendaal - this flashback to November 2020 is packed with ...
Deck the Halls with Lifesavers and Labubus
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin & Sarah run gift ideas off each other for upcoming holiday chaos! They reflect on nostalgic treats from their childhood, share insights ...
Recall: Animal Love with Dan Riskin
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jann revisits a conversation with fellow animal lover (and real life scientist) Dan Riskin from 2023. They discuss everything from evoluti...
Tis the Season to Hurkle-Durkle
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's show, Jann checks in from the first leg of her Christmas tour, Caitlin kicks off a conversation about life hacks to simplify tasks and ...
Recall: Lainey Liu
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jann revisits her conversation with Elaine Lui (aka Lainey Gossip) from The Social & eTalk at the time, originally recorded in May 2020. Th...
Cue Holiday Season & Whitney Rose (Real Housewives of Salt Lake City)
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's show, Jann Arden and her co-hosts discuss a variety of topics ranging from holiday traditions and the importance of time spent with lov...
Recall: Comedian Gearoid Farrelly
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's recall, Jann revisits a mid-pandemic conversation with friend and comedian, Gearoid Farrelly. Originally recorded in July 2021, they c...
All The Cool Girls Get Fired with Laura Brown & Kristina O'Neill
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jann Arden welcomes media powerhouses Laura Brown and Kristina O'Neill, who discuss their new book, 'All the Cool Girls Get Fired.' The dis...
Recall: Sleep Expert Alanna McGinn
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jann revisits her conversation with sleep expert Alanna McGinn, who touches on everything from the impact of technology and alcohol on slee...
The Blue Jays in the World Series vs. Halloween
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin, and Sarah discuss a variety of topics ranging from the excitement around the Toronto Blue Jays, travel, and some Jann shares some updat...
Recall: Marilyn Dennis
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann revisits her conversation with her dear friend and broadcasting icon, Marilyn Denis! She shares her journey through broadcasting, family life, an...
Live in Calgary with Naheed Nenshi
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Back in September, The Jann Arden Podcast recorded an episode with a live audience in Calgary at the legendary Studio Bell, home of the National Mus...
Recall: Julie Van Rosendaal
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jann revisits her conversation with her friend and chef Julie Van Rosendaal to talk about about the current state of butter and more! ...
Nattie Neidhart: From the Dungeon to WWE
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann Arden interviews WWE superstar Natalie "Nattie" Neidhart about her new memoir, 'The Last Hart Beating.' They discuss Natalie's journey through wr...
Recall: Max Kerman [October 2021]
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Flashing back to October 2021 during a somewhat return to live music after many months where we could not gather in crowds, Jann revisits her conversa...
Changing Seasons: A Hair Chop, Playoff Baseball & A New Taylor Swift Era
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Caitlin debuts her new haircut and leads Jann and Sarah into a discussion about women's routines, fashion, body image and more! Reflecting on the big...
Recall: Mary Berg
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann revisits her conversation with the wonderful Mary Berg from March 2021 where they cover everything from traumatic childhood lunches to their emot...
Bif Naked: Save The Rage for The Stage (+ RIP Jane Goodall)
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann starts the show reflecting on the legacy of Jane Goodall who passed away this week at 91. Jann, Caitlin & Sarah are then joined by punk rock i...
Recall: Wendi McLendon-Covey
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week Jann revisits a conversation from March 2021 with the lovely, hilarious and downright inspiring actress Wendi McLendon-Covey! They discuss e...
Surviving the Rapture
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How are we all feeling after surviving the rapture? Hello from our bunker to yours... Following their first live show in Calgary, Jann and Caitlin ca...
Recall: Tegan and Sara
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jann revisits her conversation with Tegan & Sara from October 2020 to discuss their memoir High School and how the writing process helped t...
Finding Microhappiness
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin & Sarah discuss many health topics today from Sarah's shingles diagnosis to wellness and Jann's new thermal pool obsession. Caitlin shar...
Recall: Brooke Lynn Hytes
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week Jann revisits her conversation with Brooke Lynn Hytes for a discussion about Canada’s Drag Race! https://www.brookelynnhytes.com/ Get...
How Do You Say Goodbye in Canadian?
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin and Sarah cover a variety of random topics this week including the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), touching on celebrity cul...
Recall: Meredith MacNeill
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week Jann is joined by actress and comedian Meredith MacNeill to discuss pushing boundaries in acting and on social media. Meredith MacNeill was...
Sarah McLachlan: A New Album and Lilith Fair Documentary
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Legendary singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan returns to the podcast to discuss her new album 'Better Broken' and the new Lilith Fair documentary premie...
Recall: Rose Cousins
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann revisits this conversation from May 2021 with friend and fellow musician, Rose Cousins. They chat about keeping each other company through the p...
The Engagement, The Pink Drink Encounter & Quiet Dignity
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin, and Sarah discuss a variety of pop culture topics, including Taylor Swift's engagement to Travis Kelce, Selena Gomez's bachelorette par...
Recall: Erin Davis on Sobriety & So Much More
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're revisiting Jann's conversation with Canadian Broadcasting Hall of Famer, podcast host, and best-selling author, Erin Davis. Recent gu...
Back to School with Thordis Elva: Digital Rights & Internet Safety
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know Thordis Elva as Jann's beloved girlfriend...but she's also an expert on internet safety and digital rights. As the kids head back to school, ...
Recall: This One's For Susan Dunn
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A recent listener voicenote prompted Jann to revisit a memorable experience with one of her loyal fans who is no longer with us, Susan Dunn. Jann deta...
The Jann Arden Podcast Anti-Loneliness Club
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin, and Sarah discuss the differences between city and country/cottage lifestyles and the role of humour in coping with life's challenges -...
Recall: Melissa Grelo
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we revisit Jann's conversation with the wonderful Melissa Grelo of The Social, originally recorded in 2020. Melissa Grelo is an award-win...
Tiffany Pratt: The Queen of Colour
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin and Sarah welcome back friend of the show, Tiffany Pratt; a multi-disciplinary designer, creative director, and artist known for her unm...
Recall: Meredith Shaw's First Appearance!
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's recall episode, it's back to March 2020 when broadcaster Meredith Shaw made her very first appearance on the show. She's also a style...
A Granny Panty Mystery & The Tea on 10,000 Steps
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Just ahead of some sumer vacations, Jann, Caitlin & Sarah spend their Sunday together. Sarah's at the cottage, Caitlin is about to head out east for a...
Recall: Denise Donlon
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you grew up watching Much Music, you'll love this week’s recall episode with Denise Donlon. This episode was recorded mere weeks before the firs...
The Mission Hill Mosh Pit
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jann tells Caitlin and Sarah about the winery mosh pit she experienced singing back her 90s hits to her last week, Caitlin recounts a 911 c...
Recall: Lisa LaFlamme
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we revisit Jann's conversation from April 2022 with chief anchor & former senior editor of CTV National News, Lisa LaFlamme! She discussed r...
Jann is So in Love It's Cliché
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Disclaimer: if you don't like smiling, don't listen. Most of this episode is about how in love Jann Arden is for the first time in a decade! C...
Recall: Dani Kind
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The season finale of Catherine Reitman's Workin' Moms was March 28th 2023 on CBC and it was the end of an era. In this episode, Jann revisits her conv...
A Candid Conversation with Rosie O'Donnell
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann and Sarah share a conversation with the legendary Rosie O'Donnell. From her early days on TV to her current life in Ireland, Rosie talks about he...
Recall: Mary Joe Eustace [Senior Bitch Energy]
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we're throwing it back to November 2024 to when Jann welcomed television host and best-selling author Mary Jo Eustace to the pod. Jann and M...
Adriana Trigiani: Keeping the Faith
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New York Times bestselling author Adriana Trigiani is back to discuss her latest book, 'The View from Lake Como,' while reflecting on the importance o...
Recall: Zoie Palmer
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Originally recorded in August 2021, this week Jann revisits her conversation with JANN SHOW co-star, Zoie Palmer, who plays her sister Max on the show...
It's a Microphone, Not a Vibrator
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann Arden, Caitlin Green & Sarah Burke welcome back scientist Dan Riskin! He shares his experiences in the Galapagos Islands and discusses eco-touris...
Recall: Book Bag Preview with Author Eliza Reid
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Jann Arden Podcast Recall, we're throwing it back to...earlier this week. We have a monthly book club called The Jann Arden Podcast Boo...
Hot For Captain Kirk
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin and Sarah reunite with Caitlin and Sarah both back from their vacations! They catch up about their upcoming summer plans and Jann's rece...
Recall: Naomi Klein
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Going back to November 2023, this week's recall episode is a conversation with award-winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author, Naomi ...
Planes, Trains and Moonlight Motorcycle Rides
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week it's just Jann and Sarah while Caitlin is away! Jann and Sarah catch up about Jann's Mixtape tour and Sarah's travels, discussing the challe...
Recall: Melissa Gilbert of Little House on the Prairie
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Flashback to April 2023 when Jann had the pleasure of speaking with none other than Melissa Gilbert; the Emmy-winning, Golden Globe-nominated actor, d...
Ask Us Anything: Jann Will Not Be Spooned
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, it's another edition of Ask Us Anything! Sorting through questions from listeners and our OnlyJanns on Patreon, Jann, Caitlin, and Sarah d...
Recall: Tommy Smythe
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Originally recorded in Novemeber 2022, this week we revisit Jann's conversation with Tommy Smythe where we are reminded that so much has changed, yet ...
Thordis Elva: South of Forgiveness
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*Disclaimer for today’s conversation* We’re going to touch on sexual assault on the show today and this may be triggering for some listeners. Ju...
Recall: Elisha Cuthbert
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Originally recorded in May 2021, this week Jann revisits her conversation with friend and talented actor Elisha Cuthbert. They chat about Disneyland,...
When in Doubt, Save To Drafts.
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week it's just Jann Arden and Caitlin Green. Caitlin shares some of her challenges while single-parenting this week while her husband is away. Th...
Recall: Gavin Crawford
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's recall, we revisit Jann's conversation with Gavin Crawford from May 2023 where they talk about his podcast, Let's Not Be Kidd...
Josie Balka: Confidence vs. Self-Esteem and the Power of Poetry
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin and Sarah welcome poet, influencer and radio host Josie Balka. They discuss Josie's journey into poetry, the impact of aging, vulnerabil...
Recall: Joanne McNally
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's recall episode, Irish comedian Joanne McNally joins Jann Arden from her Winnipeg hotel for a chat about Just For Laughs Festival (recor...
Playoffs, Papal Picks & the Power of Spring
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week it's just Jann, Caitlin, and Sarah! They cover everything from how our mental health changes based on the weather, and the NHL playoffs with...
Recall: Anne Murray
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this recall episode dating back to July 2020, Jann welcomes longtime friend, musician and Canadian icon Anne Murray! Anne Murray reflects on her 4...
Nathaniel Erskine-Smith: From High School VP to Federal MP
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann, Caitlin and Sarah begin by reflecting on the democratic process and the importance of civic engagement and the Canadian federal election results...
Recall: Ziya Tong
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wrapping up Earth Month, we're revisiting Jann's conversation with Ziya Tong and her incredible work on the documentary Plastic People. In case yo...
Is Max Kerman A Try Hard?
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Arkells frontman and now author Max Kerman joins the show to speak about his new book Try Hard: Creative Work in Progress. Jann asks Max about his cr...
Recall: Naheed Nenshi
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann Arden revisits her conversation with political leader Naheed Nenshi originally recorded in April 2024. At the time of this interview, the former...
Shameless Elle, Shaq Macs & Jane Goodall
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann Arden welcomes TikTok / Instagram pal Elle James (@ShamelessElle), a rising digital star. They discuss the challenges and rewards of content crea...
Recall: Ricker Mercer, The Hockey Net & The Coffin
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of Recall, we revisit Jann's hilarious conversation with Rick Mercer back in April 2020, including the hockey net and the coffi...
Carl Radke: Summer House, Getting Sober & Soft Bar
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jann and Caitlin welcome Sarah back from Chicago and the three reconnect and discuss their recent experiences regarding American travel. Their convers...