Hosted by Craig McFarlane, this series explores the people who are influencing the world in a positive way. Craig covers everything from art, music, acting, politics, activism, writing and many more incredible stories, people and events around the YYC. New guest every week! Follow us on Instagram: @PTWCraig, Facebook: @PassingTimewithCraig
Episodes
Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
Craig passes the time... LIVE! In the very first live podcast recording, Craig is at The Alberta Indie Film Throwdown: SPOOKY SEASON!
He's joined by Alberta Film Commissioner Adnaan Wasey, ACTRA's National Rep Tina Alford, Producer Jason Wan Lim & Festival Programmer Adam Keresztes to have a discussion about making films in Alberta.
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NOTE: This episode was recorded live on October 19th, 2025 at The Plaza Theatre in Calgary, Alberta.
Friday Oct 24, 2025
Friday Oct 24, 2025
Craig passes the time with his buddies and host of his favorite podcast, Andrew Tuck & Ryan Phillips (aka Tuck & Rolls). The trio watch the 1982 classic "Poltergeist" and discuss how it holds up, how scary it was for Tuck (who is not a fan of scary movies) and what they liked and didn't like about the film. They also discuss their current re-watch series of the "Mission: Impossible" franchise.
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Wednesday Oct 22, 2025
Wednesday Oct 22, 2025
Craig passes the time with Masterchef Canada season 8 contestant, Bhu Chana. The Calgarian teacher talks about getting on the show, what it's like filming it, and bringing Indian food fusion to television.
Plus, Craig talks about his experience at the new VR Experience by Infinity Experience at Chinook Centre in Calgary.
Masterchef Canada season 8 is currently airing Tuesdays on CTV and on Crave.
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Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
Craig passes the time with International Comedian & Storyteller, Marcus Ryan! The two catch-up across the world (Marcus down in Australia, Craig in Canada), talk about Marcus getting into comedy, traveling and just have a great time laughing and catching up.
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Wednesday Oct 08, 2025
Wednesday Oct 08, 2025
Craig passes the time with the guys behind one of his favorite treats, Fraser & Bryce of Holy Sh*t Ice Cream!
The trio discuss how the business came to be, working alongside a friend, supporting other small businesses and of course ice cream!
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Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Craig is once again passing the time with his friend, Johann Berg, to discuss this year's Calgary International Film Festival (CIFF). What didn't hit the mark? What did they LOVE? Get their thoughts on this year's event PLUS, Craig will drop some info about some upcoming exciting events including another edition of The Alberta Indie Film Throwdown & Pat's Night 2025.
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Wednesday Sep 24, 2025
Wednesday Sep 24, 2025
Craig passes the time with country artist, Robert Adam! The two catch-up since they've last seen each other and discuss Rob's debut album "Governed By The Seasons", being Queer in country music, being a part of Sirius XM Country Search and their upcoming tour around Japan.
"Governed By The Seasons" is available on Oct 3rd wherever you get your music.
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Saturday Sep 20, 2025
Saturday Sep 20, 2025
CIFF 2025 is on now!
Craig passes the time with the cast & director of "Do Us Part", having it's world premiere at CIFF 2025! Star & Executive Producer Michelle Thrush, screenwriter & actor Katherine Alexandra Rawlinson, and director Clare Preuss join Craig to talk about their new family dramedy, how it started off as an idea for a play and creating that family dynamic.
"Do Us Part" will be having it's world premiere on Sept 23rd at The Globe Cinema in Calgary. Get tickets and full schedule for CIFF at https://www.ciffcalgary.ca/
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Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
CIFF 2025 is on now!
Craig is joined by filmmaker, Elyse Bouvier. The two discuss Elyse's very personal short doc, "Unfolding Faith", having hard conversations with family members and being part of this year's film fest!
"Unfolding Faith" is part of CIFF's Shorts: Real & True package screening on Sept 21st! It will be available to stream in October through the National Film Board of Canada.
CIFF runs from Sept 18th-28th. Tickets and schedule available at: https://www.ciffcalgary.ca/
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Wednesday Sep 10, 2025
Wednesday Sep 10, 2025
Craig passes the time with two folks behind CIFF, Adam & Brenda! The group discusses the 2025 edition of the Calgary International Film Fest including some of the most anticipated films this year, the different venues and all the ways to enjoy this year's event.
CIFF Schedule and tickets are now available. Find it all at: https://www.ciffcalgary.ca/
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