Valerie Moss

As a podcaster I am always searching for a great story, I was galavanting through an antique store and found this book by Margaret Echard, based on a true story about her family, set in the 40s – the book, smelled good, it felt like it was SOMETHING more than paper and ink and it's green hard cover texture. A collection of juicy secrets and skin tingling worthy words, a collection of mystery, deceit and intrigue. A good story has to have LOVE and DEATH (did you know this) I bought this book and within the cover there was an insignia ______ I tell stories for Audible as a side hustle, I know how to produce my voice for satiable listening ears..or so I've been told. I'm a project manager by day. I like the challenge of putting things together in a consolidated view, playing with files, organizing, planning, keeping people motivated. It's the process I love. My CAST knows the vibe I give, “please don't give up on me now…” I read the book, cover to cover, did some investigating on the people, places and history of the author and the book itself. I could only find one, 1 person who left a review about this book and he, it turns out is Canadian, and an actor…my idea was forming. What if I made this book into an audio drama? What if I got a bunch of people who use their voice(s) to tell stories like podcasters and voice over artists, and actors…what if I did this? Lots of ideas begin to ruminate, I carried the book with me, wrote copious amounts of notes, picked apart all of my favourite podcasts for their best tricks and tips and included those and some of my own from my over 100 episodes. Lots of sleepless nights, late nights & early mornings. I put out my feelers…leaned on my community of voice artists and the excitement was contagious which was sort of inline with the covid pandemic feel, a sense of connection to the world going through the pandemic together, ALONE, isolated. We recorded this all REMOTE in our own homes, ALONE, I collected these clips and files, processed, processed some more, spliced, added music, mixed and mastered for hours, and days and minutes… I asked for more from my CAST of 25, can you add this line, can someone play this on the piano, I had people drop out, other CASTs friends wanted to join, and their moms and their kid's are involved, roommates, wife and husbands, friends of friends, even my husband got in on it when I needed titles read, miscellaneous lines added here and there. It has to stay a secret, only this ^^ one guy knows the truth, the book name Welcome to ProjectDF, it's a mystery, it's a side project that I am so proud of, it's a collection of amazing talent from across this country of Canada, across the United States of America as well as into Australia..the talent runs far and wide. If you're still reading by this point, thank you for your support, thank you for listening and sharing and leaving comments. Thank you to Kylee and Rafe and London as my main characters who didn't give up well over a year into this – it all paused, but they stuck with it and came through for me, for this…Project DF Podcast.

episode 117 season 3 Today I welcome to the show Tamira Ci Thayne, author, animal activist, book designer, and founder and former CEO of Dogs Deserve Better. She reached out to me to produce an audiobook, Reboot Ranch by Eileen Watkins and I just fell in love with Tamira's purpose – to inspire, assist and … Continue reading "Chained Maggie – e117s3" The post Chained Maggie – e117s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 116 season 3 Hey everyone it's Valerie here today I have a guest that I follow on IG she has a create catchy handle of a name – she plays with textures, paper, sews and does it to pleasure and for her own therapy, guest is Val from ValLoves2Create from Ig. think of breaking … Continue reading "Gotta Learn Beyond Yourself" The post Gotta Learn Beyond Yourself appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 115 season 3 Today's show we are welcoming Brandi Fleck from the Human Amplified Podcast where I have been a guest on her show and I have also wrote under a pen name an article for her blog. Brandi has a journalism background, she've overcome childhood abuse in a variety of forms and her … Continue reading "What Does it Mean to Be Human?" The post What Does it Mean to Be Human? appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 114 season 3 Todays guest is RonaLafae also known as hoot, she shares the behind the scenes stories about her book that your's truly narrated. This book is full of murder and forgiveness, it's full of love and hate along with healing all from her near death experience memoire..enjoy the episode. London also sits … Continue reading "Her Worth Comes from Within – e114" The post Her Worth Comes from Within – e114 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 113 season 3 Hey everyone it's Valerie here, today's guest Eileen Watkins is incredible. She's poised, genuine and all class. She rides horses every week and has written a book about her life around horses, that I had the privilege to narrate and produce for her through Who Chains You Publications. Eileen and I … Continue reading "It Made a Difference to that One – e113" The post It Made a Difference to that One – e113 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 112 season 3 Hey Everyone, it's Valerie here, todays show is with Melina Schein of The Saucy Soprano where we talk all things like covid, without work, a new side hustle or two like her Blog and Podcast along with learning a great work in Yiddish that is so appropriate for the times we … Continue reading "Meshuggeneh with Melina Schein of The Saucy Soprano – e112s3" The post Meshuggeneh with Melina Schein of The Saucy Soprano – e112s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode111 part2 season3 Hey Everyone, this is part two, it would be advantageous for you to listen to part one first as we delve way more into his book, their partnership in writing it and I'll finish reading the story from yesterday about his son…more about being undercover, inspiring and life lessons we will get … Continue reading "InterView: Dave Sweets & Sarah Graham: Skeletons – 111p2s3" The post InterView: Dave Sweets & Sarah Graham: Skeletons – 111p2s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode111 part1 season3 Hi Everyone it's Valerie here, todays show is part 1 of 2 and sort-of from my archives, not that I've released this episode before BUT I did this interview late in 2019, and we my guest and I had BIG plans, like plans for a series and more…but alas covid hit and … Continue reading "InterView: Dave Sweets & Sarah Graham: Skeletons – 111p1s3" The post InterView: Dave Sweets & Sarah Graham: Skeletons – 111p1s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 110 season 3 “Crawdads”: are explained as the synonym of the words crawfish and crayfish that is used to mean the aquatic animal that looks like a small lobster and lives in rivers and streams, can also be called crawdaddies…”Search & Rescue SAR Dogs”: a domesticated carnivorous mammal that typically has a long snout, … Continue reading "Crawdads & Dogs – e110s3" The post Crawdads & Dogs – e110s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 109 season 3 Whiskey Tastings: Why whiskey or is it burban? What did you learn about Bourbon scotch & whiskey Where do these originate? Why did you choose the ones we’re trying today? Why the order? Price point? Describe the glasses – shape Water? First time my hubby takes a spot on my microphone..todays … Continue reading "Glencairn: Whiskey | Bourbon | Scotch – e109" The post Glencairn: Whiskey | Bourbon | Scotch – e109 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 108 season 3 Hey Everyone, it’s Valerie here – Todays show Studio 17 –  was originally published on my YouTube site and a fun little project I wrote, produced and directed. It’s a tour of my studio with some subtle humour and over exaggerated descriptions of the space.. I wanted to make it sound … Continue reading "Studio 17, behind the scenes tour – e108" The post Studio 17, behind the scenes tour – e108 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 107 season 3 Life Inside The Lorraine Todays’ show is about The Lorraine, a building, #620 and has always been my favourite building in Calgary, I’ve always wanted to live here, only had the opportunity once years ago to visit it and it was…disappointing. BUT this article written by Heidi Klaassen for The Sprawl … Continue reading "Been Caught Stealing, Life Inside The Lorraine – e107" The post Been Caught Stealing, Life Inside The Lorraine – e107 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode106 season 3 Hey Everyone, it’s Valerie here, Todays show $14 Bottle of Rose in New York  I have a special guest, Rod Lechalt, we originally met when I was working on an audiobook production/radio show called Project DF he was one of my casted characters, take a listen… He was so good I casted … Continue reading "Interview: Rod Lechelt & the cheapest wine in NYC – e106s3" The post Interview: Rod Lechelt & the cheapest wine in NYC – e106s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode105 season3 Limbo Book Review Hey there, it’s me, Valerie Moss, todays is a follow up show to yesterdays interview with Marko Panza and his book Limbo, we’re going to review the book and get a sneak peak at chapter 1. Now that you met the author let’s meet Grim the Reaper and his love … Continue reading "Book Review: Limbo by Marko Pandza – e105s3" The post Book Review: Limbo by Marko Pandza – e105s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode104 season 3 Explicit Hey everyone, it’s Valerie here, todays show is called Limbo is an interview with an Author that I collaborated with and produced his book. The book is called Limbo, the author is Marko Pandza, he’s from eastern Canada. Today we discuss the book, if you’re looking for a good scary thriller, … Continue reading "Interview: Marko Pandza his Book Limbo – e104s3" The post Interview: Marko Pandza his Book Limbo – e104s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 103 season 3 Todays show is a Review of the Book from yesterdays episode, Ghost of Me by Amanda Steel, this was my first fiction book with characters that I completed. I loved this book and I loved that I produced this for a women in the UK. We will explore some pieces of … Continue reading "Book Review: Ghost of Me by Amanda Steel – e103s3" The post Book Review: Ghost of Me by Amanda Steel – e103s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 102 season 3 Hey Everyone, it’s Valerie here, todays show is an interview with The Author of Ghost of Me, Amanda Steel. She is an author and copywriter living in Manchester, UK. Ghost of Me is her second novel to be converted into an audiobook. She also has a third in production. As the … Continue reading "Interview Author: Amanda Steel & Ghost of Me – e102s3" The post Interview Author: Amanda Steel & Ghost of Me – e102s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 101season3 Todays Show is with Founder and owner of Calling Mountains Productions, Valerie St-Arnaud. Growing up in Quebec offered a wealth of inspiration but as she grew older there was always something calling her away from the city lights and when she arrived in Whistler, BC in 2013 she realized it had been the mountains all along. Valerie … Continue reading "Valerie St-Arnaud: Turn your Palm Towards the Light – e101s3" The post Valerie St-Arnaud: Turn your Palm Towards the Light – e101s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 100 part 5 season 3 Todays show part 5 and the final part of our look back over the last 100 shows we end on my new theme, a great pattern to brighten up your bed, anglers, chakras, covid and more…enjoy this episode. We also have many clips from all of you sharing what … Continue reading "100th Episode: The Anglers Catch the Authors – e100p5s3" The post 100th Episode: The Anglers Catch the Authors – e100p5s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 100 part 4 season 3 Hey everyone, it’s Valerie here in this second to last episode we are diving into authors and great books, more Valerie’s and truffle popcorn…my side hustle into Audiobooks, whiskey samplers, and an introduction to my new theme…which is still so fitting EAT READ and CREATE…enjoy this episode Episode 63&64&65 … Continue reading "100th Episode: I Cast a Spell on The Moon – e100p4s3" The post 100th Episode: I Cast a Spell on The Moon – e100p4s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 100 part 3 season 3 Hey Everyone, it’s Valerie here, today’s show is part 3 in our count up to 100 episodes, in this show today our snippets will include, a vet, a rude lady, my bday episode, a crazy story about quilters that don’t include quilting and by far my most commented show…I’m … Continue reading "100th Episode: A Daughter with the Blues – e100p3s3" The post 100th Episode: A Daughter with the Blues – e100p3s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 100 part 2 season 3 Hey everyone it’s Valerie here, for todays episode as we continue to count up to our 100th episode is about a fallen officer, summer camps, this is when I start into the background recordings, my life in signs, a milestone birthday, a podcast winner and more, enjoy todays part … Continue reading "100th Episode: A Taxi Through the Mountains – e100p2s3" The post 100th Episode: A Taxi Through the Mountains – e100p2s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 100 part 1 season 3 The next week, it’s a recap of the last 99 shows, an intro to the show, a snippet for each episode and I’m squeezing in 20 shows per episode..If you’ve missed any over the years this will be a great recap. I had so much fun looking back, I’ve … Continue reading "100th Episode: The Haunted Cold Case e100p1s3" The post 100th Episode: The Haunted Cold Case e100p1s3 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

episode 0 season 3 Hey Everyone, it’s Valerie, here’s a little preview for what’s to come on Valerie’s Variety Podcast and Season 3, we are keeping theme EAT READ and CREATE because I love these three things and how they bring the best out of people. In this season of Valerie’s Variety Podcast, we are … Continue reading "Season 3 Trailer: EAT | READ | CREATE: Some of Whats to Come!" The post Season 3 Trailer: EAT | READ | CREATE: Some of Whats to Come! appeared first on Valerie Moss.

e99s2 Todays show is a collection of snippets from my year, which you’ll find out was full of downs and a few ups. Focussing on the home, my family and my small person. It’s my final show of the year and contains a story of ‘giving back’, falling pants and perspective. Enjoy the Episode The post The Close of 2020 – e99s2 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

s2e98p2 In Part 2 of this incredible interview with Liam Callanan and his book Paris by the Book we chat more about the books, we love, his favourite book store, where you can find Liam. His website is something to be reviewed and definitely perused in a big way…Plus we have a give-a-way: Part 1 … Continue reading "Paris by the Book (p2)" The post Paris by the Book (p2) appeared first on Valerie Moss.

s2e97p1 In this episode my guest, Liam Callanan and author of this amazing read, Paris by the Book is our topic for discussion today on the show. Highlights: Cover Design is this the face of a real bookstore? A reading with Liam, one of my favourite parts of the book, Leah is needing help emotionally … Continue reading "Paris by the Book (p1)" The post Paris by the Book (p1) appeared first on Valerie Moss.

s2e96p2 ABOUT Todays show uniquely named She’s An Angler and is all about fly fishing – such a different type of hobby than what’s in my wheelhouse of CREATE but when I get to know more from my two friends about this outdoor hobby I wanted them on the show today and you’ll see why … Continue reading "She’s An Angler (p2)" The post She’s An Angler (p2) appeared first on Valerie Moss.

s2e95p1 ABOUT Todays show uniquely named She’s An Angler and is all about fly fishing – such a different type of hobby than what’s in my wheelhouse of CREATE but when I get to know more from my two friends about this outdoor hobby I wanted them on the show today and you’ll see why … Continue reading "She’s An Angler (p1)" The post She’s An Angler (p1) appeared first on Valerie Moss.

s2e94 Wicca Magic: the starter kit: a beginner’s guide to start practicing wicca herbal magic, crystal magic, and candle magic. This is the second book I’ve narrated with this topic of Wicca and honestly I found them very interesting. I wouldn’t say I’m a religious person but I do believe there’s a higher being than … Continue reading "Black Cats & Magic Crystals" The post Black Cats & Magic Crystals appeared first on Valerie Moss.

s2e93-p2 Originally interviewed Nov 2019 in Studio 17 – the home of Valerie’s Variety Podcast Welcome to part 2 with my guest Michael Montgomery we will delve more into his podcasts and the episodes that have impacted him, the human side of life – again he CREATEs a vision for people and helps them fill … Continue reading "It’s about the People (p2)" The post It’s about the People (p2) appeared first on Valerie Moss.

s2e92-p1 Originally interviewed Nov 2019 in Studio 17 – the home of Valerie’s Variety Podcast Todays show is about this guy Michael Montgomery, a Calgarian with a passion for finding people with passions – Which fits my theme of CREATE perfectly. We start the show kind of in the middle of a conversation about co-work … Continue reading "It’s about the People (p1)" The post It’s about the People (p1) appeared first on Valerie Moss.

s2e91 As you know, I’ve been dabbling into the wonderful world of audio books, now publishing more than 20 titles, I’ll feature these on my show every so often and maybe entice you to give a book a listen you wouldn’t typically think of. Maybe it’s Buddhism to improve your happiness, maybe it’s Wicca and … Continue reading "Buddhism for Beginners- UMMMMM" The post Buddhism for Beginners- UMMMMM appeared first on Valerie Moss.

s2e90 So, yours truly was recently interviewed on a podcast called On Being Human, host Brandi Fleck posted the question about have a near death experience on a fb group. I reached out saying no, but I saved a life!…here’s what she wrote: Valerie Moss of Calgary, Alberta Canada is a podcaster, hosting Valerie’s Variety … Continue reading "On Being Human – I Saved a Life" The post On Being Human – I Saved a Life appeared first on Valerie Moss.

During this Covid time, make sure to take care of your mental health. The post Mental Health – Challenge Me appeared first on Valerie Moss.

s2e88 Since this new season is all about EAT | READ | CREATE this is the perfect time to not only interview an amazing creator but her name is also Valerie – enjoy part 1 of 2 over the next couple of days as we get to know this incredible painter Valerie Butters from Pemberton, … Continue reading "Valerie Butters – Player with Paint- p2" The post Valerie Butters – Player with Paint- p2 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

s2e87 In this series on the show the ‘Valerie’s series where I’m combing through the Emily’s, Christine’s Danielle, Jennifer’s and Michelle’s looking for the Valerie’s of the world. I rarely come upon women with the same name as mine. Once in Calgary and she ended up being a Valora.  Since this new season is all … Continue reading "Valerie Butters – Player with Paint- p1" The post Valerie Butters – Player with Paint- p1 appeared first on Valerie Moss.

The ultimate guide to Balancing and healing your Chakras, guided mindfulness meditation to open your third eye and radiate positive energy through reiki teaching - vagus nerve. The post 7 Chakras – What are these? appeared first on Valerie Moss.

s2e85 Todays show is all about CREATING – freshening up for Spring with a finished quilt top and matching pillow cases – this pattern I’m going to share with you today will be available on my blog and details here…if you’re not a sewer or a quilter, don’t fret just pass this episode onto those … Continue reading "Easiest Spring Pillow Cases & Give-A-Way!" The post Easiest Spring Pillow Cases & Give-A-Way! appeared first on Valerie Moss.

...spending the day in Kensington after 18 days in isolation...trying to enjoy a normal feeling.. The post What 2 Do – What 2 Do appeared first on Valerie Moss.

Happy New Year! Welcome to SEASON TWO of Valerie’s Variety Podcast for 2020. I’m looking forward to hunkering down into a theme, if you’ve been listening this whole time – Thank you, if you new welcome! Previously, I’ve been a random show a variety show and I’m going to continue this BUT with a theme … Continue reading "Twenty Twenty: Eat-Read-Create" The post Twenty Twenty: Eat-Read-Create appeared first on Valerie Moss.

Episode 82 Welcome back for this Christmas special episode. Giving thanks, setting goals and a personal story. This year when we my hubby Jeff and I were discussing Christmas and where to spend it, we planned a trip to Mexico before the holidays, which I will share after when we get home. We were sitting … Continue reading "Ornaments – Recipes – Chain Letter!" The post Ornaments – Recipes – Chain Letter! appeared first on Valerie Moss.

Todays episode is part 3 and the final part in this interview with Valora Douglas and man did I enjoy myself and I sure hope she did too. She turns the tables on me asking about the signs and what they mean - being in the signage industry I do have a lot of knowledge on the meaning of signs for figuratively and literally. The post The Secret of the ‘V’ Part THREE appeared first on Valerie Moss.

Part 2 of this Valerie Series Segment with Valora Douglas continues and we are really getting into he good now people, she's so funny yet deep in thought. Enjoy todays episode. The post The Secret of the ‘V’ – Part TWO appeared first on Valerie Moss.

Todays interview as part of the 'Valerie Series' holds a special place in my heart my very fist interview in my home studio. Valora Douglas sat in my new antique chair and we talked like old friend, truthfully, I didn't want her to leave. This Val is one of a kind, she's the only Val I've known in Calgary in the 20 years I've lived here, she's tall and outgoing and super fun to be around. The post Secret of the ‘V’ Part ONE appeared first on Valerie Moss.

The book I was asked to produce was on a subject I'm not well versed in, the Wiccan Religion. I was however more inclined to read something out-loud that is in the vein of a guide or a manual to gain some experience. I wasn't sure about having another voice inflection for a character for example, a male. Maybe one day but today I'll stick with manuals, guides and maybe cook books lol, 1 cup of this and a sprinkle of that. If you're loving my voice, which I've heard from some of you - then you can listen and learn about Wicca if you feel so inclined to indulge in this magical world of Wicca and learn about the myths and truths on this nature based religion. I'll share some snippets of my book with you to entice you. The post Chants – Spells & Witches appeared first on Valerie Moss.

Todays Show is another segment in the Valerie Series, this Valerie Valdivia caught my eye off Instagram, when searching for Valerie’s her artistic flaire is so beautiful. I LOVE her style. Her Handle on IG is Uncanny Valerie - which is exactly how I’d describe her style An Uncanny ability to draw realistic with an edge - something is mysterious. Welcome back to Valerie’s Variety Podcast with your host me, Valerie Moss, this show is about ReViews, InterViews and my DailyViews, it’s a story podcast about my life in Calgary. This show drops every Tuesday. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest The post Valerie Valdivia on ‘Valerie Series’ Part TWO appeared first on Valerie Moss.

Todays Show is another segment in the Valerie Series, this Valerie Valdivia caught my eye off Instagram, when searching for Valerie’s her artistic flaire is so beautiful. I LOVE her style. Her Handle on IG is Uncanny Valerie - which is exactly how I’d describe her style An Uncanny ability to draw realistic with an edge - something is mysterious. The post Valerie Valdivia on ‘Valerie Series’ Part ONE appeared first on Valerie Moss.

Without papers or ‘wop’ the name is derived from brash italian kids running the streets without papers - meaning without legal papers for being in the country. It’s a slur to the Italians. Nothing to do with pizza. And the ‘wop’ word isn’t actually used in reference either. They don’t even have their name on the menu, just a cool symbol and the WP noted discreetly. The post ….when the moon hits your eye like a BIG pizza Pie… appeared first on Valerie Moss.

Episode 74 Previously On….Valerie’s Variety Podcast Part ONE and Part TWO of the E.C. Varga InterView take a listen Todays Show is Part THREE of this interView with ECVarga and her book The God’s Chair. What’s interesting is how deep we are getting to know this author, she’s a local Calgary Author. Lives just outside … Continue reading "White vs Black (& the rest of the whiskey) – Part THREE" The post White vs Black (& the rest of the whiskey) – Part THREE appeared first on Valerie Moss.