Ken Dryden – Mind Games
Ken Dryden – Mind Games Wordfest’s Imagine On Air presented Ken Dryden online in fall 2022 in celebration of his highly anticipated new book The Series, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 1972 Summit Series. This truly special one-hour conversation was hosted by Wordfest’s Creative Ringleader Shelley Youngblut. About Ken Dryden Ken Dryden was a […]
A New Home for Words Button Animation
https://vimeo.com/1184822895https://vimeo.com/1184822895 Wordfest’s Button Campaign Yes, we put on great shows, providing the in-person exclamation points between books being written and books being read. But Wordfest sets the stage for so much MORE. Take a minute to watch this animation by Everett Wilson, celebrating Wordfest’s “Human-Focused” mission. The Buttons featured in the animation are available for […]
Human Made Ideas Campaign
https://vimeo.com/1182806971https://vimeo.com/1182844996 Wordfest’s “Human-Focused” Mission Yes, we put on great shows, providing the in-person exclamation points between books being written and books being read. But Wordfest sets the stage for so much MORE. Take a minute to listen to Jason Logan, our longtime creative director, as he shares the story behind Wordfest’s 2026 branding campaign. What […]
Dr. Ibram X. Kendi in Conversation with Zain Velji
Dr. Ibram X. Kendi in Conversation with Zain Velji It was an honour to host Ibram X. Kendi on April 14, 2026, and Calgary brought the energy, curiosity, and love to this conversation. Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, one of the world’s foremost historians and leading antiracist scholars. In his new book, Chain of Ideas: The Origins […]
Wordfest Youth Questions with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi
Wordfest Youth Questions with Dr. Ibram X Kendi On April 14, 2026, National Book Award winner Ibram X. Kendi joined 600 Calgary students (Grades 8–12) for an unforgettable afternoon of real talk and big questions. From unpacking racism disguised as “jokes” to advice on holding each other, adults, and institutions accountable, students stepped up to […]
Conversation with Suzanne Simard
Conversation with Suzanne Simard Wordfest’s Imagine On Air presented Suzanne Simard online in 2021 in celebration of her highly anticipated new book Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest. She appeared alongside Adam Shoalts and Edith Widder for Wordfest’s lively storytelling show, The Way We… Nature. See the Author in Calgary Join […]
Glenn Dixon On 70s Music
Glenn Dixon On 70s Music Wordfest’s Imagine On Air presented writer Glenn Dixon and his novel Bootleg Stardust in April 2021.Daisy Jones & the Six meets Nick Hornby in this uplit novel about a young musician who auditions for a band and is suddenly catapulted into the wild world of rock and roll stardom, where […]
Glenn Dixon On Poetry, Teaching English, and Lord of the Rings
Glenn Dixon On Poetry, Teaching English, and Lord of the Rings Wordfest’s Imagine On Air presented writer Glenn Dixon and his novelBootleg Stardust in April 2021. Daisy Jones & the Six meets Nick Hornby in this uplit novel about a young musician who auditions for a band and is suddenly catapulted into the wild world […]
Everything About Wordfest
https://vimeo.com/1111076217https://vimeo.com/1111076217 Everything About Wordfest Our authors showed up with curiosity, courage, and care, making this festival a true celebration of creativity and community. Video by Pluto Pictures. About the Festival Every October, Wordfest showcases 45+ authors in 35+ original live arts experiences (e.g. What a Pair! conversations, Big Ideas showcases, our unique The Way We… […]
How To Imaginairium in 60 Seconds
https://vimeo.com/1113998600https://vimeo.com/1113998600 How to Imaginairium in 60 Seconds Our authors showed up with curiosity, courage, and care, making this festival a true celebration of creativity and community. Video by Pluto Pictures. About the Festival Every October, Wordfest showcases 45+ authors in 35+ original live arts experiences (e.g. What a Pair! conversations, Big Ideas showcases, our unique […]