The Steam Podcast

This episode was recorded in March 2026 and every year on March 8 the world celebrates International Women’s Day. March is also Women’s history month. In this sprit we put together an episode hosted by women interviewing other women about the significance of this day and month that we celebrate every year.
We hope you enjoy the discussions and use them as a starting place to reflect on the importance of women and female identified people in the world.

In this episode we explore the connection between writing and recovery. Members of the Steam Team interview our special guest Maureen Teaham, newly published author ("Love for Sale- Chronicles of a Canadian Call Girl") and Recovery Cafe member. We also chat with staff from Megaphone Magazine, Vancouver's long running street paper and publisher of a yearly poetry anthology and the Vancouver famous Hope in Shadows photographic calendar. Lastly, we have a conversation with folks from Gallery Gachet who host the weekly creative writing group at Recovery Cafe. The episode is rounded out with a couple of spoken word pieces by Cafe Member and writer in her own right, Sandra. 

In this episode The Steam Team explores a couple of popular topics for those New Year's intentions- Food and Fitness. Nothing nourishes the body and mind more than these two things and both are so important for Recovery. Listen in as we speak about how food affects our lives with Dietician Nicole and then, Mental Health Work and head chef Audrey at The Kettle's Drop-in . Come with us on a journey to Victoria Park in East Van where the East Van Bocce Association hosts regular tournaments and to Chinatown were the Eastside Boxing Club helps people get in shape and work on their Recovery through boxing. It's never too late to get going on the things that make us feel healthier and help maintain our Recovery. 

In this episode we recap the November 2025 Art Against Stigma exhibition opening reception as part of the annual Eastside Culture Crawl. The episode features an Artist Talk by Anne Beauchemin one of the participating artists who speaks about her life, her recovery journey and her inspiration for making art. The episode also showcase a performance by The Kettle Choir. 

In this 1st episode of Season 2 of The Steam podcast we explore employment opportunities as part of Recovery. Shauna interviews Lara from Employ to Empower, an organization that helps people start their own businesses. We then feature a round table of 3 Recovery Cafe members Shauna, Ryan and Sonya who share their experiences becoming entrepreneurs.

Recorded Live at Recovery Cafe Vancouver in late April 2025- the final episode of Season 1 of The Steam Podcast features a Q&A with a live audience Hosted by Shauna, Damian and Nigel and a summary recap of the first 12 episodes. This episode also features live entertainment performed by members of Recovery Cafe. 

In this episode the Steam Team explores Pathways to Recovery. Mark adds an addendum to the Land Acknowledgment. Jen speak with Maggie about her experiences in treatment programs in Mexico and Canada. Damian interviews Brad about his road to recovery and experiences including time in a residential treatment centre in Vancouver. And Sonya shares resources about alternative recovery options. 

In this episode's feature interview,  Mark speaks with artist Anne Beauchemin about her recovery and her artistic process. Nigel chats with Sandra and Carol- recorded live on location at Recovery Cafe Vancouver at The Kettle's Art Against Stigma exhibit as part of the annual Eastside Culture Crawl. Damian reads a short piece for Writer's Block.

This episode was recorded live at Recovery Cafe Vancouver in celebration of the cafe's 2 year anniversary. The podcast begins with a traditional opening by Elder Seis^^lom, Lil'Wat Nation, and continues with remarks from Wayne Leslie, Executive Director of The Kettle Society. This is followed by cafe member recognition awards, milestones celebrations, open mic performances and a performance by The Kettle Choir.

Description: In this episode, #wedorecover , Nigel Welcomes Ruby Takushi Co-founder of the Recovery Café Network. Café member Jaimy shares her Recovery story and her passion for hockey and woodworking. In Part 2, Kay chats with Owen who shares the story of his upbringing, his Recovery and how it all turned into a career in pro cycling. Credits: Original creative content for this episode from Kay, Nigel, Jen, Mark and Damian. Special thanks to guests, Owen and Jaimy, and Ruby. Original theme song created by James. Audio and technical support from Kay and Jen. A shoutout to the Kettle Society for providing the space and support to produce this show.