How to Have An Epic Summer

The Film Festival Episode

It's time for the 25th Annual Winnipeg International Jewish Film Festival. This year, the community will come together in the cinema to celebrate Jewish stories from around the world. Comedy, Drama, Documentary, and more. The festival runs from May 6 - 23, 2026. This episode, Chris sits down with festival producer Karen Burshtein to discuss this unique celebration of Jewish voices, her experience with the festival, and what to look forward to this year. Then, Tomer Levy stops by to fill us in on Spring programming, including our final Hangout clubs of the year, and some exciting new developments for our 2SLGBTQIA+ community, including a special post-film discussion event! Enjoy the show! Links: Winnipeg International Jewish Film Festival [https://radyjcc.com/programming/festivals-concerts/winnipeg-international-jewish-film-festival] Stories We Carry [https://app.amilia.com/store/en/rady-jewish-community-centre/shop/activities/6929447] (Special Post-Film Screening Discussion) (May 12) Jewish-Pride Swag Info and Ordering [https://radyjcc.com/programming/2slgbtqia-programming] Films Mentioned in this Episode A Letter to David [https://app.amilia.com/store/en/rady-jewish-community-centre/shop/activities/6851860] (May 7)⁠The Sound Man⁠ [https://app.amilia.com/store/en/rady-jewish-community-centre/shop/activities/6853058] (May 13) Rosenthal: The Great Showman [https://app.amilia.com/store/en/rady-jewish-community-centre/shop/activities/6853252] (May 17)⁠Orna and Ella⁠ [https://app.amilia.com/store/en/rady-jewish-community-centre/shop/activities/6853256] (May 20)

How to Have An Epic Summer

Spring is here, but Summer plans are already well underway. At the Rady JCC, from June 29 - August 21, kids from ages 3 through Grade 9 can experience a fantastic summer full of science, swimming, sports, art, cooking, and more! Joining Chris on today's episode, Maddie Ingram talks all about her journey from Rady Camper to Assistant Director of the program. They talk about the various options, and why Mario-Kart played live might just be one of the best things ever. In this episode's Fitness Corner, meet Jack McVeety - the Rady's new Aquatics Manager. Leran all about the spring swim session, and find out how the next generation of swimming leaders is trained right here on campus. Last but not least, Karolina joins the pod from the programming department with a Spring preview of seniors classes and events. Enjoy the show! ____ Links Rady JCC Summer Day Camp [https://radyjcc.com/2026-summer-day-camps] Spring Swimming Lessons [https://app.amilia.com/store/en/rady-jewish-community-centre/shop/programs/129293]

All About the Ken Kronson Sports Dinner

The RadyCAST is back for 2026! When winter turns into spring around the Rady JCC, it's time for our biggest program of the year - the Ken Kronson Sports Dinner. On this episode, Director of Development, Partnerships & Communication, Zac Minuk drops by to talk about these programs, and gives us some details about our keynotes for this year - Toronto Blue Jays legends Joe Carter and coach Cito Gaston. Later, Lindsey Gudbjartson brings us a Fitness Corner update and Natali Halberthal has a wealth of new programming to talk about that everyone will want to know about. Welcome back to the RadyCAST - enjoy the show! Links: Rady JCC [https://radyjcc.com/] Rady Sports Dinner - Tickets & Sponsorships [https://radyjcc.com/2026-rady-sports-dinner/2026-sponsorship-opportunities-ticket-options] Jewish Athlete Awards & Scholarships [https://radyjcc.com/2026-rady-sports-dinner/2026-jewish-athlete-awards-scholarships] Premium Fitness [https://app.amilia.com/store/en/rady-jewish-community-centre/shop/programs/125301] Community Programming [https://radyjcc.com/programming-0]

Music 'N' Mavens 'N' More!

It's the 10th Episode of the RadyCAST! On our final episode of 2025, Karla Berbrayer returns to the show. Karla is the producer, and founder, of the "Music 'N' Mavens" program. This afternoon series of concerts and guest speakers has been delighting folks at the Rady for over 25 years, and the 2026 season promises to be one of the best yet. Karla and Chris talk about what's in store, and give you a sneak preview of the opening acts of Music 'N' Mavens 2026 - including the all new evening, "After Dark" concerts. Then, Sarah and Katya drop by from our Aquatics department to help us take the plunge into the swimming and aquatic fitness options at the Rady. In today's programming segment, Dan Waldman is in studio to talk about the newest drop-in program at the Rady, "Men's Shed." Dan talks about the need for programs that address the need for connection among older men and the way this program has become a global phenomenon from its origins in Australia. It's a great big episode to end the year. See you in 2026, and best wishes for the Holidays.

RadyCAST Hanukkah Special

Hanukkah is right around the corner, and at the Rady JCC, the celebration is already starting. On this episode, Chris invites Tomer, Natali, and Karolina from the Programming department to talk about what's in store for Hanukkah in and around the Rady JCC. Then, we take a few minutes, and talk about our Hanukkah memories, from Chris' blended family holidays, to Natali and Tomer's recollections of the holiday in Israel, and Karolina telling us about Hanukkah traditions in Poland. Later, while taking a brisk walk (necessary from just THINKING about latkes ...) Chris connects with Lindsey for Fitness Corner and we find out about Winter fitness coming up at the Rady, as well as Lindsey's very own Hanukkah challenge for her fellow staff, making sure everybody remembers to get up, get moving, and celebrate the holidays with new healthy habits. Enjoy the show - and best wishes for the holidays from the RadyCAST! _____________ Links: Hanukkah Programs [https://app.amilia.com/store/en/rady-jewish-community-centre/shop/programs/125830] Hanukkah Adventure: No link - just an invitation. Join us on Sunday, December 14 at 10:00 a.m. for a full-family Hanukkah Adventure! Winter Fitness Classes (Registration starts December 17) [https://app.amilia.com/store/en/rady-jewish-community-centre/shop/programs/125301]