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Wish We Never Met
by Dan Clapson and Amy Hef
Do YOU have someone you wish you never met? Something you wish you never said? A place you wish you never went? These podcast co-hosts certainly do! Wish We Never Met is a fun(ny) pop culture podcast co-hosted by food writer and author Dan Clapson and singer Amy Hef. The duo take a comedic approach to their weekly podcast episodes, touching on a variety of topics, with some episodes featuring special guests from the worlds of music, film and TV.
Episodes
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Riding the hard iced tea wave and normalizing the "not normal"
Amy and Dan are back it for the summer with a lineup of fun new episodes, and a few special guests too! On this episode, the two crush a couple hard iced tea and chat about their love of Newfoundlanders (the people, not the dog!), odd last names, how Dan normalizing things that are NOT NORMAL…
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Is Tyra Banks ok?! (And Dan's dating life...also not ok!)
Is Tyra Banks Ok?! That's the question co-hosts Amy and Dan ask each other this week before diving into Dan's dating life (very sad!), holiday drinks, and more! THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! We're back at it for summer and fall 2026, so stay tuned for plenty more fun episodes!…
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Tami Neilson, Snap, Crackle and Pop...and Amy and Dan
Dan Clapson and Amy Hef are basking in the glow (and event-related stress) of the holiday season, after enjoying some up-and-coming musical talent during Blue Jay Sessions: Holiday Edition. Amy's music did NOT wind up on Dan's Spotify Wrapped for 2026, which is...awkward, but regardless, Dan's...
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Snow, an Uber Eats disaster, and Hilary Duff
Do we Wish We Never Met snow? This week with icy roads in Calgary, the answer is yes! From not loving Hilary Duff's new single to snow slowing down pre-school twin-toddler dropoffs, AND finding an Uber Eats driver inside her house, Amy has had a week. Poor thing. Wearing many work hats, Dan is…
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Daily mantras and "Wish I Never..." rapid fire Part Two
Amy and Dan continue with their "Wish I Never..." rapid fire back-and-forth challenge. In addition to chatting about bad business names, drinking as teens, bad advice adults can give you as a teen, enjoying Ol' Beautiful Brewing's tasty beer and so much more! THANK YOU for listening to Wish We...
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Dan 'Wicked' shames Amy, and a "Wish I Never..." rapid fire
They're baaaack. After a summer and fall break, Amy and Dan return for a second season of WWNM and are as feisty with one another as ever. Before jumping into a "Wish I Never..." rapid fire game, Dan shames Amy about still not seeing 'Wicked', with the second film just over a week away from...
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The iconic Tami Neilson and Tinder pics
Wish We Never Met singer Tami Neilson? Listen to the new WWNM episode and find out! The award-winning singer joins Amy and Dan to share a "Wish I Never..." story involving Johnny Cash and pajamas before delving into her new music, battling jetlag and so much more. This is a convo you've got to...
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Dan being awkward in public and Mariya Stokes
Wish We Never Met singer Mariya Stokes? Listen to the new WWNM and find out! ALSO, Stampede season is UPON US! Use the code WISHWENEVERMET to save 25%-40% on your Cowboys Music Festival tickets from now until July 3, 2025! How awkward is it when you introduce yourself to someone and say they say...
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Explaining Pride season to straight people and much more!
Stampede season is UPON US! Use the code WISHWENEVERMET to save 25%-40% on your Cowboys Music Festival tickets from now until July 3, 2025! (Listen to the latest WWNM episode for more details!) Today, the co-hosts chat about everything from the importance of Pride Season and how far we've come as…
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[ICYMI] Amy plays Country Thunder and Dan does nothing
This episode originally aired on Feb. 27, 2025. Philanthropist and independent music advocate Craig Senyk pops by to surprise Amy with a VERY COOL summer music festival performance opportunitiy where she will open for Clint Black and Riley Green at Country Thunder! After Dan tells quite the tale…
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Singer Shantaia pops by and Amy meets Lily Tomlin
Wish We Never Met rising country star Shantaia? Listen to this WWNM episode and find out! Before the singer joins the conversation, Amy and Dan discuss the disappointment of hard-boiled eggs that don't peel properly (Dan), meeting Lily Tomlin recently in LA (Amy), and the new RTD/canned cocktail...
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Amy's oddly long torso and the iconic Karla Marx
Wish We Never Met comedian extraordinaire Karla Marx? Seeing as it's her second time on WWNM, we think not! The hilarious drag queen pops by to chat with Amy and Dan about her sophomore comedy album Fruity, her upcoming hosting gig with the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival in Edmonton and a lot…
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Is Celine Dion's new look inspired by Amy Hef?
"Just because you cut your hair short doesn't mean you're gay, but..." - Amy re: Celine Dion's new look which bears a STRIKING resemblance for Amy's music promo shots from 10+ years ago. Coincidence? We think not. ;) Aside from that, the two discuss Dan's bizarre Instagram algorithm, collecting...
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Dan's shtick and Clayton Bellamy gets held at gunpoint
Wish We Never Met singer Clayton Bellamy? Listen to the new WWNM episode and find out! The singer joins Amy and Dan to share a slightly scary "Wish I Never..." story before chatting about the upcoming album from The Road Hammers, his new record label, his Tom Petty tribute show and a lot more....
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[ICYMI] Dan pees his pants and Amy tries online gambling
[ICYMI] This episode originally aired Feb. 21, 2025. If you missed it, be prepared to laugh! Dan explains how he wound up fainting and peeing his pants during a recent Botox appointment. (Luckily, Amy was there to witness the magic!) There's nowhere to go but up from that story, but Amy does try…
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Grandma's Kool-Aid, old headshots and new hair
From Dan eying Turkey for a hair transplant to Amy being a support person for a friend's boob job, this episode comes in real hot! From there, the two talk about how good (classic) Kool-Aid is hard to find these days (but Dan found it!), and how Amy's grandma made THE best Kool-Aid in…
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Robyn Ottolini, sharks, and gay dinosaurs
Wish We Never Met country star Robyn Ottolini? Listen to the new WWNM to find out! One of Canadian country music's most familiar faces joins Amy and Dan to share a "Wish I Never..." story about curry gone wrong in Thailand before chatting about her new music, love of sharks and so much more. Make...
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Meeting Katharine McPhee, Boop! The Musical and Dan's viral TikTok
What are the odds both Dan and Amy have had interactions with the iconic Katharine McPhee? Before the episode gets to that story, it's impossible to not discuss the all-female space adventure that Katy Perry was a part of this week. The satirical TikToks focused on Perry were especially…
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Olive Garden, 'Striptease', and catholic school in the 90s
Amy and Dan miss the 90s for many reasons. From weird pop culture rumours that couldn't be easily vetted to the years when Red Lobster was the red-hot spot, AND gay awakenings a la Demi Moore in 'Striptease' (Amy). With Dan's TikTok starting to get some traction, he's finally experiencing the...
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Vancouver's food scene, the Buffy reboot, and Mitch Zorn
Wish We Never Met country singer Mitch Zorn? Listen to the new WWNM and find out! The Sirius XM Top of the Country semi-finalist joins Amy and Dan to share a funny "Wish I Never..." travel tale before chatting about being from the Okanagan, performing across BC, and why he's excited about the...
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Canada's Got Talent, Dan does not, and Mariah Carey in Vegas
In honour of Canada's Got Talent premiering this week, Amy forces Dan to explain why he tried out for Canadian Idol 10+ times in the mid-2000s. :$ The only thing more embarrassing than that, this week anyway, has to be the videos that have surfaced of Mariah Carey's lacklustre Vegas residency.…
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Singer Don Amero, beef tallow face cream, and band-aids
Wish We Never Met country singer Don Amero? Listen to WWNM and find out! Don shares a funny "Wish I never..." story with Amy and Dan tied to his high school football days, before discussing his new EP Broken Record, Pt. 1 - Heart, and why he's excited for his upcoming tour in Alberta and...
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Cheersing to Canada and all of its charm! ELBOWS UP!
Oh CANADA...Wish We Never Met co-hosts Amy and Dan are so proud to be in you, it's not even funny! (Alright, maybe it's a little funny.) The two discuss all things Canadiana on this episode starting with a brand-new non-alch drink line on the market called Clink, which is produced in the Calgary...
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Striking out in high school, and Craig Senyk surprises Amy
Wish We Never Met philanthropist and independent music advocate Craig Senyk? Listen to the new WWNM and find out! After Dan tells quite the tale of being shut down by girls in high school "before he was gay", guest Craig Senyk pops on unexpectedly to help Dan surprise Amy with a VERY COOL summer...
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Country singer Jade Turner, Botox and Dan pees his pants
Wish We Never Met country singer Jade Turner? Listen to the new WWNM to find out! First things first, Dan explains how he wound up fainting and peeing his pants during a recent Botox appointment. (Luckily, Amy was there to witness the magic!) There's nowhere to go but up from that story, but Amy...
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Lauren Toyota, looking for a segue, and Dan gets deported
Wish We Never Met food celeb and author Lauren Toyota? Listen to the new WWNM and find out! The best-selling cookbook author and mastermind behind the YouTube channel Hot For Food joins Amy and Dan to chat all about her new feature menu items with Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar and how she's seen the...
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Hating winter, buying Canadian, and Lady Gaga idioms
Winter temps got you down? Let Amy and Dan warm you up in this new episode of Wish We Never Met! To speak generally, it has been COLD across Canada as of late, and the co-hosts are feeling it. Do weird things happen when it's dark and chilly? Next, tariffs are on the tips of all tongues this…
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When children bite, bad Tinder dates, and Russell Broom
Wish We Nevet Met JUNO-winning producer Russell Broom? Listen to the new WWNM episode and find out! Before Russell Broom joins Amy and Dan to talk about his work as a Calgary-based producer (including the new Jann Arden album Mixtape), the co-hosts discuss an especially bad Tinder date Dan went…
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Awkward eye contact, eating dry pasta, and more
Wish We Never Met is back with its first new weekly episode of 2025 for your yearning ears! A lot has happened since co-hosts Amy and Dan last recorded together in late 2024. From broken and sprained ankles to chowing down on dry pasta (is that normal?) and pondering if prolonged, direct eye...
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[ICYMI] Dance music icon Simone Denny
In case you missed it, we're revisiting our interview with the iconic dance music diva, Simone Denny! Since this episode aired, Denny appeared on Canada's Drag Race as a vocal coach and guest judge and went on tour in Europe. Simone shares a "Wish I Never..." story with Amy and Dan that will make...
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[ICYMI] Alan Shane Lewis of 'The Great Canadian Baking Show'
In case you missed it, we're revisiting our hilarious convo with Alan Shane Lewis, comedian and co-host of The Great Canadian Baking Show. Alan shares QUITE the "Wish I Never..." story (which involves being backstage at SNL with Paul Rudd!) before chatting with Amy and Dan about his deep-rooted...
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[ICYMI] Drag queen and comedian Karla Marx
ICYMI, we're revisiting our fun episode with drag queen, comedian, and activist Karla Marx—who was recently celebrated as one of the "Compelling Calgarians" to watch in 2025 by the Clagary Herald. Co-hosts Amy and Dan haven't gotten much funnier since Karla gave them her stand-up advice last…
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Mairlyn Smith and favourite "Wish I Never..." stories of 2024
Wish We Nevet Met? Listen to the final WWNM episode of 2024 to find out! Amy and Dan recount their six favourite "Wish I Never..." stories of the year which include tales from past guests like Alyssa Reid, Phil Burke, and Hailey Benedict. Mairlyn Smith also calls in to share her "Wish I Never..."...
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Singer Steven Lee Olsen, Santa, and quirky holiday traditions
Wish We Never Met chart-topping country singer Steven Lee Olsen? Listen to the new WWNM episode and find out! The household name in the country music scene, devoted Leafs fan, and all ‘round nice guy, joins Amy and Dan to share a “Wish I Never…” story about Jason Derulo before diving into his...
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Melinda Verga, The Wizard of Oz adult film and holiday movies
Wish We Never Met drag queen Melinda Verga? Listen to this WWNM episode and find out! The break-out star of Canada’s Drag Race Season 4 and The Traitors Canada joins Amy and Dan to share a “Wish I Never…” story about broken bones before chatting about everything from reality TV drama, the art of...
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Top Chef Canada judge Mijune Pak, Xanax on airplanes and more
Wish We Never Met Top Chef Canada judge Mijune Pak? Listen to the new WWNM episode and find out! (Make sure to listen to this episode to take advantage of two great holiday season promotions in the Calgary area!) With Season 11 of Top Chef Canada wrapping in early December, Pak joins Amy and Dan…
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Country star Madeline Merlo, bad tattoos, and holiday tunes
Wish We Never Met singer Madeline Merlo? Listen to the new episode of WWNM to find out! The CCMA-Award winning performer and chart-topping songwriter joins Amy and Dan to share a “Wish I Never…” story about her one regrettable tattoo, before discussing her recent Opry debut, how challenging a…
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The magic of Whistler, Jason Priestly, and makeshift porta potties
Wish We Never Met,er, Went to Whistler? Absolutely not because it's one of the best mountain towns in the world! On the new episode of WWNM, Amy and Dan are chatting live on location from the Fairmont Chateau Whistler during the town’s famed food and wine festival, Whistler Cornucopia. Aside from...
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Crappy charcuterie, Jason Segel jaywalking, and Amy Winehouse
Wish We Never Met each other? The answer is YES, but still listen to this WWNM episode anyway. Starting things off with a cheers, Amy and Dan try the new(ish) Inversion Nitro Cocktails to surprising results, before chatting about Mailroom Vodka’s unique approach to marketing and bottle design.…
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Singer Alyssa Reid, dolphins, and fake crab meat too
Wish We Never Met chart-topping singer Alyssa Reid? Listen to this WWNM episode and find out! With big, BIG hits like “Alone Again”, “Satisfaction Guaranteed” and “Dangerous”, Alyssa Reid is one of the most recognizable voices in the Canadian pop music. The chart-topping singer shares a...
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Muppets vs. Sesame Street Puppets, and TV host Alan Shane Lewis!
Wish We Never Met comedian and TV host Alan Shane Lewis? Listen to this episode of WWNM and find out! The Great Canadian Baking Show co-host joins Amy and Dan to talk about his love of The Simpsons, his interesting career arc that includes success as a comedian, writer, and TV personality, and a...
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White Claws are out, Happy Dads are in, and we love Kim Stockwood
Wish We Never Met Amy and Dan? You bet! Here’s what’s on the agenda for this episode of WWNM: Are White Claws (finally) out? The co-hosts say yes—while sipping on some refreshing Happy Dads (not sponsored, but they wish!) Having a favourite kid out of all of your friends’ offspring is not…
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Spinach salad IS the worst salad, and the magic of Kue Varo
Wish We Never Met art rocker Kue Varo? You’ll need to listen to the new episode of WWNM to find out! Before co-hosts Dan and Amy dive into all things pleasantries, witchcraft, and music-making with the award-winning performer Kue Varo, they discuss one of life’s biggest disappointments: spinach...
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Raccoons, celeb drag queens, and TV host Ann Pornel too!
Wish We Never Met TV host and comedian Ann Pornel? Listen to the new episode of WWNM to find out! Before the hilarious co-host of The Great Canadian Baking Show joins Amy and Dan to share her "Wish I never..." story (waterfalls and cliffs, oh my!), the duo talk a bit about celebrity drag queens...
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Wasps, waspy people, accents and Michael Kaeshammer too!
Wish We Never Met wasps? WHO DOESN'T?! Here's what's on the agenda for this episode of WWNM: JUNO-Award-winning jazz pianist and vocalist Michael Kaeshammer joins Amy and Dan to chat about the new season of his music-meets-food TV series Kaeshammer's Kitchen, touring around the world, and why...
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[ICYMI] Country singer Hailey Benedict on anthem singing and more!
ICYMI, we're revisting our chat with country singer Hailey Benedict! Since appearing on Wish We Never Met in the summertime, Hailey has signed an international record deal with Big Loud. From rising star to bonafide star, and Amy and Dan are SO PROUD of the Alberta-born singer! THANK YOU for...
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Actor Phil Burke on love...and regrets (and the CCMA Awards too!)
Wish We Never Met actor Phil Burke? Listen to the new WWNM episode to find out! The multi-faceted actor and producer joins Amy and Dan from Toronto (taking a break from the TIFF whirlwind) to share a “Wish I never texted…” tale before chatting about his past work on the acclaimed series Hell on...
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Simone Denny, Blue Jay Sessions and turning 40 too!
Wish We Never Met dance diva Simone Denny? Listen to the latest WWNM episode to find out! Dan and Amy are joined by the iconic chart-topping dance vocalist Simone Denny (best known for her time with Love Inc. and hits "Superstar" and Broken Bones"), who shares a "Wish I Never..." story about the...
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Facetune problems and how Dan became a food writer (and toupées too!)
Wish We Never Met each other? ALWAYS! (But listen to the new WWNM episode anyway.) It’s been quite the week for Amy Hef and Dan Clapson and their schedules show no sign of slowing down until the end of September. Still, the two take time to spar on-air and discuss everything from being hit on by...
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The upside of funerals and walkie-talkies (and Jeff Dick too!)
We Wish Never Met Jeff Dick of The Prairie States? Listen to the new WWNM episode and find out! The CCMA Award-nominated musician chats about his band's growth over the past few years and 2024 award nomination, but first he shares a “Wish I Never…” story about a poor choice of haircut in the 90s....
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Do YOU have someone you wish you never met? Something you wish you never said? A place you wish you never went? These podcast co-hosts certainly do!
Wish We Never Met is a fun(ny) pop culture podcast co-hosted by food writer and author Dan Clapson and singer Amy Hef. The duo take a comedic approach to their weekly podcast episodes, touching on a variety of topics, with some episodes featuring special guests from the worlds of music, film and TV.
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Do YOU have someone you wish you never met? Something you wish you never said? A place you wish you never went? These podcast co-hosts certainly do! Wish We Never Met is a fun(ny) pop culture podcast co-hosted by food writer and author Dan Clapson and singer Amy Hef. The duo take a comedic approach...
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