• Family Literacy Day and Canadian Kid Lit with Chapters Indigo | Pickle Planet Podcast S8E16
    Jan 26 2026
    Yes, you can keep your elbows up when you're reading with the kids, too! ???? This week on the podcast, Jenna & Tosh chat with Hilary Scroggie Glover (Senior Category Manager, Kids Books at Indigo) and Lindsay Gauthier (Customer Operations Manager, Indigo Kids, Consignment & Events at Chapters Dieppe) about the importance of supporting quality children's writing and what new Canadian titles you can find in the kids' section this Family Literacy Day.Canadian KidLit on the shelves at Chapters Indigo for Family Literacy DayWhether or not you consider yourself a bibliophile, picking up a children's book and reading with a little can be a magical time. You create moments of connection, sharing laughs or quiet cuddles. You transport yourself for a few moments into another world, perhaps one created from fantasy or one that's simply a slice of life shared from another viewpoint. And within the short time it takes to read aloud, you've helped boost vocabulary, spark curiosity, and encourage learning with your child.Each year, Canadians marks Family Literacy Day on January 27, a chance to remind ourselves the power of reading together, whether it's recipes, road signs, or amazingly well-written and illustrated kids' books! Hilary and Lindsay joins us to talk about some of the incredible Canadian titles on the children's book shelves right now, what goes into choosing which books land on the store shelves, and some of our favourite Canadian children's books to read and share.Canadian KidLit Books Mentioned in this EpisodeDrew and the Magic PencilLily and the Magic NotebookBy Anne Laurie Ph.DIllustrated by Robin C. GrantAlbert in the AlleyBy Marissa FurryIllustrated by Eleanor MaberNocturnal AnimalsWritten and illustrated by Ashley Anne ClarkMy Mommy, my Mama, my Brother and MeBy Natalie MeisnerIllustrated Matilde Cinq-MarsI'm a Big Rig!By Nancy Cohen (NB author)Illustrated Claire ManningA Fleurlings Field GuideWritten and illustrated by Kaitlin Hoyt10 Shocking Facts about CapybarasWritten and illustrated by Melanie WattTouching GrassBy Kristy JacksonIllustrated by Rhael McGregorCarson Crosses CanadaBy Linda BaileyIllustrated by Kass ReichThe Pony and the StarlingBy Jennifer McGrath (NB author)Illustrated by Kristina JonesLumberjack's AlphabetBy Mike Bravener (NB author)Illustrated by Virginia AleciaRELATED: If you love reading local and listening to podcasts, Jenna also hosts the Writers' Federation of New Brunswick's podcast, WordCraft. Listen to conversations with local novelists, poets, playwrights, industry professionals, and more!The Pickle Planet Moncton podcast is recorded & aired by Rogers TV New Brunswick. Audio production Tosh Taylor, video production Charles Vienneau.This season’s theme, Now Go Play, was composed and performed by Moncton musician Vimal. Discover more at Music by Vimal.
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  • BGC Moncton, Riverview, and Dieppe teaming up to raise awareness, funds for youth programs | Pickle Planet Podcast S8E15
    Jan 19 2026

    Local Boys and Girls Clubs (BGCs) have been creating programs and supporting area youth for decades - but it's only recently they've decided to team up to try to increase awareness of their work. Together We Shine is an upcoming fundraising night hosted by the Greater Moncton, Riverview, and Dieppe clubs. To learn more about the event and the clubs' activities, Jenna & Tosh are joined by the three executive directors, Ashton Beardsworth, Paula Albers, and Lynda Carey.

    The Pickle Planet Moncton podcast is recorded & aired by Rogers TV New Brunswick. Audio production Tosh Taylor, video production Charles Vienneau.

    This season’s theme, Now Go Play, was composed and performed by Moncton musician Vimal. Discover more at Music by Vimal.

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    24 mins
  • Hockey Day in Canada comes to Moncton | Pickle Planet Podcast S8E14
    Jan 5 2026

    Hockey mania is coming to Moncton! Scotiabank's Hockey Day in Canada has become an annual celebration of the sport and the communities that love it - and now it's our turn to shine. Local co-chair Michelle Duffie joins Jenna & Tosh to chat about the schedule and the hype!

    On Friday, January 16 there'll be a local celebrity and alumni game at 7:30pm featuring some great names in hockey. Saturday, January 17 kicks off with a parade from the Moncton Market at 11:30am, travelling up Main Street to the Avenir Centre. Then there's lots of music, family activities, and food vendors outside and a university women's hockey game (UdM vs. Dal) at 1pm, followed by the Wildcats vs. Chicoutimi at 7pm. Running alongside it all will be a day-long live broadcast from outside the Avenir Centre with Sportsnet's Ron MacLean, Kevin Bieksa, Ken Reid, Evanka Osmak, Elliotte Friedman, David Amber, and Kelly Hrudey on Saturday, with local segments broadcast between that day's NHL games which are featuring Canadian teams.

    Find the full schedule of Hockey Day in Canada - Moncton events on the city's website here.

    The Jenna & Tosh Show is a co-production of Pickle Planet Moncton and The Podcast Hub, and is recorded & aired by Rogers TV New Brunswick.

    This season’s theme, Now Go Play, was composed and performed by Moncton musician Vimal. Discover more at Music by Vimal.

    Don’t forget – the full archive of the podcast is available on Pickle Planet Moncton, dating back to 2018 when we started in Tosh’s attic!

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    21 mins
  • Crafting cocktails and learning hosting hacks with Brix Experience | Pickle Planet Podcast S8E13
    Dec 22 2025

    'Tis the season for hosting - and we have the perfect place to learn tips & tricks to elevate your holidays! Moncton's Brix Experience hosts interactive classes throughout the year (perfect for that last minute experience gift!), with theme meals, cocktail and mocktail sessions, and kids' baking classes during March Break. Get a sneak peek into a session as Operations Director Eric Effinger and Mixologist Justin 'Juice' Landry share some of their holiday hosting tips with Jenna & Tosh on our final episode of 2025!

    The Jenna & Tosh Show is a co-production of Pickle Planet Moncton and The Podcast Hub, and is recorded & aired by Rogers TV New Brunswick.

    The Pickle Planet Podcast returns on Jan 12, 2026!

    This season’s theme, Now Go Play, was composed and performed by Moncton musician Vimal. Discover more at Music by Vimal.

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    53 mins
  • IDEA Centre changing entrepreneurial education in Greater Moncton | Pickle Planet Podcast S8E12
    Dec 15 2025

    Engaged. Inquisitive. Articulate. Motivated. These are just a few of the words that jump to mind to describe the students we've met from the IDEA Centre. This entrepreneurial program, offered to students from several local high schools, is creating a growing cohort of youth with an incredible sense of confidence in their potential and the skill set to pursue success across various fields. Program Development Officer Matt Horsman and student Isaac Edison join Jenna & Tosh to talk about the program, how it's evolving, and why this alternative to a traditional classroom is sparking joy and creating incredible opportunities.

    The Jenna & Tosh Show is a co-production of Pickle Planet Moncton and The Podcast Hub, and is recorded & aired by Rogers TV New Brunswick.

    This season’s theme, Now Go Play, was composed and performed by Moncton musician Vimal. Discover more at Music by Vimal.

    The Pickle Planet Podcast returns on Jan 12, 2026!

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    23 mins
  • Lynn's Lights | Pickle Planet Podcast S8E11
    Dec 8 2025

    Sometimes loss creates beautiful new traditions - ones that carry on legacy and create change. Lynn's Lights is a shinning example of this. Lynn Whalen spent her career at The Moncton Hospital, and when she died of ovarian cancer in 2021, her family and friends came together to create an endowment fund in her name, supporting the Obstetrics and Newborn Care Unit of The Moncton Hospital. To add to it each year, lights on the iconic Christmas Tree float from the Royale Greater Moncton Santa Claus Parade are sold to the public. Lynn's husband, Bill, joins Jenna & Tosh in studio, along with Friends' foundation director of community & strategic initiatives, Katherine Robertson, to talk about the fund, what it means to the community, and what it means to Lynn's friends and family.

    The Jenna & Tosh Show is a co-production of Pickle Planet Moncton and The Podcast Hub, and is recorded & aired by Rogers TV New Brunswick.

    This season’s theme, Now Go Play, was composed and performed by Moncton musician Vimal. Discover more at Music by Vimal.

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    24 mins
  • Seeking joy & spreading cheer with Ruby Claus | Pickle Planet Podcast S8E10
    Dec 1 2025

    The Christmas season is filled with holiday shows - but you likely haven't attended one like Jingle Belle before! Mrs. Ruby Claus is coming to town and she's bringing all the sass, music, and self-confidence you need to head into the holiday with a spring in your step and a song in your heart. She'll remind you that making time for yourself and pursuing your passion is always a gift worth giving.

    You can find tickets to Ruby Claus' Jingle Belle here; she'll be in Moncton on December 11.

    The Jenna & Tosh Show is a co-production of Pickle Planet Moncton and The Podcast Hub, and is recorded & aired by Rogers TV New Brunswick.

    This season’s theme, Now Go Play, was composed and performed by Moncton musician Vimal. Discover more at Music by Vimal.

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    19 mins
  • Holiday Outings & Ideas | Pickle Planet Podcast S8E09
    Nov 24 2025

    Want to feel like you've dropped into the middle of a Christmas movie? Jenna & Tosh share some top picks for festive adventures in New Brunswick this December - including:

    • The Village Aglow at King's Landing
    • Arts & Culture Park in Quispamsis
    • Christmas at the McAdam Railway Station
    • St. Andrew's Christmas by the Sea
    • Magnetic Hill Wharf Village & Wild Lights at the Magnetic Hill Zoo
    • The Riverfront Lights in Riverview
    • The BGC Tree Lot in Riverview
    • Glow Gardens Halifax

    The Jenna & Tosh Show is a co-production of Pickle Planet Moncton and The Podcast Hub, and is recorded & aired by Rogers TV New Brunswick.

    This season’s theme, Now Go Play, was composed and performed by Moncton musician Vimal. Discover more at Music by Vimal.

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    22 mins