Best Kool FM Podcasts (2025)

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Summer’s Here, Davestock, Downtown Policing & Theatre Magic 35:09

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4d ago35:09

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We’re kicking off summer with a jam-packed episode of What Barrie’s Talking About—your go-to podcast for local stories that matter. This week, host Dan Blakeley brings you everything from weather predictions and police updates to an epic local music celebration and a theatre festival unlike any other. Here’s what’s on the show this week: Downtown B…

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061825 Donnell Rawlings Phone Interview 8:05

4d ago8:05

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Comedian Donnell Rawlins Called into the station to chop it up with his Favorite Cuzzin Dre about his " Black N Milds" comedy tour. He gives his un biased opinion on the Diddy Trial, his role on 50 Cents' "BMF" show and More. TUNE IN!By KMEL-FM (KMEL-FM)

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Real Estate Worries and Critical Support for Youth 21:26

11d ago21:26

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Welcome back to another episode of What Barrie’s Talking About ; the podcast from Barrie 360 that brings you the stories that matter most to your community. In this week’s episode, host Dan Blakeley takes a closer look at Barrie’s housing market and introduces us to a new voice at a local organization doing vital work to support children and youth …

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Barrie’s New Coach, a Wild Poker Ride, and a Streaming Star from Angus 39:18

19d ago39:18

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Welcome back to another episode of What Barrie’s Talking About — the podcast that brings you truly local stories that matter. Hosted by Dan Blakeley and powered by Barrie 360, this week’s episode is packed with emotion, insight, and inspiration. Here’s what we’re diving into: The Barrie Colts have a new coach First up, we sit down with Dylan Smosko…

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Local Heroics, Big Plans, and a Storm We’ll Never Forget 30:24

26d ago30:24

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Welcome back to another episode of What Barrie’s Talking About — the podcast that brings you truly local stories that matter. Hosted by Dan Blakeley and powered by Barrie 360, this week’s episode is packed with emotion, insight, and inspiration. Here’s what we’re diving into: 🌀 39 Years Since the 1985 Barrie Tornado May 31, 1985, marks one of the d…

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Walking the beat with South Simcoe Police Chief, big changes at Innisfil Beach Park, A Sunday Afternoon with Gilda's and more 31:49

1M ago31:49

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk about the big changes coming to Innisfil Beach Park, walk t…

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The Baycats are back, whether or not towns should be allowed to incentivize doctors, fighting back against city hall and more … 27:57

1M ago27:57

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk about the start of the Baycats' season, incentives to get n…

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It's Emergency Preparedness Week, some updates on ice storm clean up, community members going on display for 24 hours, and more 1:04:24

2M ago1:04:24

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we cover a few upcoming events to raise money for the community, ge…

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Fundraisers in Barrie, the Colts playoffs, Local country artist Parker Graye and remembering a tragedy... 50:01

2M ago50:01

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we dive into a few fundraisers happening around town, the Barrie Co…

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Honey Bxby Interview 10:12

2M ago10:12

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R&B's own Honey Bxby stopped by the station to chop it up with her favorite Cuzzin Dre. Peep the full interview now!By KMEL-FM (KMEL-FM)

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Meeting some more local candidates for the federal election, the Barrie Colts are moving on, a new book club at the library, and more 48:56

2M ago48:56

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we meet more candidates for the upcoming federal election, take a l…

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Too Short, Symba, & StunnaMan02 Interview & Freestyle 44:41

2M ago44:41

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Too Short, Symba, & StunnaMan02 pulled up to talk about their new movie Freaky Tales. Symba & Stunnaman kicked off a dope Freestyle while Too Short previewed a new song off his new album "SIR Too Short Volume 1Freaky Tales"By KMEL-FM (KMEL-FM)

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Meeting the local candidates for the federal election, Barrie Colts game three struggles and more... 30:55

2M ago30:55

30:55

Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we meet more candidates for the upcoming federal election, break do…

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A new initiative to help local businesses, talking election, and the Colts are primed for round 2 26:03

2M ago26:03

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we about the federal election, supporting local businesses, and mor…

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Bad weather, big messes, the worst roads and more 25:58

3M ago25:58

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk storm clean up, the worst roads and more... What Barrie's T…

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The Neighbourhood: Ice Storm Updates with Mayor Alex Nuttall 11:01

3M ago11:01

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360. On this week's bonus episode, Dan was joined by Bairre's Mayor Ale Nuttall to talk about the ice storm, what to do next. Given the ice storm of the past weekend Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall stopped by to talk about the impact the storm has had, the city's response, and what to …

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Red light cameras are coming to town, the Colts playoff dreams, Autism Awareness Day and more... 57:22

3M ago57:22

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk red light cameras, Barrie Colts playoff aspirations, Mullet…

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C5 Interview & Freestyle 26:30

3M ago26:30

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Oakland's Own, Rapper, C5 jumped on the podcast to talk about his new album "God Been Good to Me" as well as what his current relation with God is like. C5 get's emotional talking about his breakup from his child's mother as well as his addiction to porn. You know he couldn't leave with out dropping off a freestyle as well! TUNE IN!…

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Spring has sprung, police want access to city cameras, doing chores for a good cause, and more 47:28

3M ago47:28

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk Chores for Charity, Police access to city cameras, what's i…

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Barrie Colts in good shape as playoffs draw near; YMCA helps kids help their community; ever seen a bowler in pyjamas? 27:10

3M ago27:10

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk The Barrie Colts, pyjama bowling, helping kids help their c…

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Mr. Got Damn It Interview 16:36

4M ago16:36

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Mr. Got Damn It has been hanging out in the Bay Area for Months now, showing and getting a lot of love. Cuzzin Dre sat down with him to discuss his love for muscle cars and motorcycles and why he just can't leave Oakland! Check it out!By KMEL-FM (KMEL-FM)

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Barrie's Mayor stops by for an update, Mortgage renewal stresses, the Polar Plunge in support of RVH, and more... 58:07

4M ago58:07

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk Tariffs, mortgage renewals, Barrie Colts, and more... What …

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Good deeds don't go unnoticed, looking for a win, poetry and more 16:47

4M ago16:47

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk good deeds for charity, Colts update, and poetry ... What B…

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Frisco Philly B Interview 29:15

4M ago29:15

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Up n coming content creator and comedian Frisco Philly B & Cuzzin Dre chop it up about pissing rappers off with his comedy skits, how he first got started, new music, and movies. Definitly an interview you want to check out!By KMEL-FM (KMEL-FM)

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Election Talks with the Liberal, NDP and Green Candidates, Mullets, Glam It Up and More 48:33

4M ago48:33

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we take another look at some candidates for the upcoming elections,…

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Doug Downey makes his case for re-election, a local restaurateur has ties to the Royal Family, a gold medal goalie stops by, and more 41:33

4M ago41:33

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we take another look at some candidates for the upcoming provincial…

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Ontario Liberal leader Bonnie Crombie stops by, summer youth hockey, trash talking and the Barrie Colts 1:03:18

5M ago1:03:18

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we take an initial look at the upcoming provincial election, talk t…

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Barrie's snow removal plans, the Colts, and an infrastructure update 38:03

5M ago38:03

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, The logistics behind the snow removal in Barrie, the Colts are on t…

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Accessible health care, talking finances with TD, Pickleball and the Barrie Colts... 27:55

5M ago27:55

27:55

Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, Orillia's plan to get everyone a primary healthcare provider, where…

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The Neighbourhood: Climatologist David Phillips Explains The Polar Vortex 🥶 15:37

5M ago15:37

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360. On this week's bonus episode, Dan was joined by retired Senior Climatologist for Environment Canada David Phillips to talk about the polar vortex. What is it, and how does it affect us? In this special edition of What Barrie's Talking About, we sit down with David Phillips, …

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Stunnaman02 Interview & Freestyle 25:30

5M ago25:30

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San Francisco's own Stunnaman02 kicked off 2025 with a fire interview about staying healthy, eating salads, and new music. Of couse I couldn't let him leave without dropping a freestyle with his favorite Cuzzin Dre.Take a listen & share!By KMEL-FM (KMEL-FM)

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Demand Responsive Transit is in Muskoka, Trump Tariffs and more... 33:55

5M ago33:55

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk to Jeff Lehman about a new transit system in Muskoka, how t…

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Jeff Lehman shares his thoughts on the Prime Ministers resignation, soccer in Orillia and more 32:18

6M ago32:18

32:18

Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk to Jeff Lehman to get his thoughts on the Prime Minister re…

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🎅 A Holiday Message From Danta Claus 3:38

6M ago3:38

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We have a special Christmas message from Dan (Danta Claus) Blakeley. Gather around and listen to a dramatic reading of Dan's original Christmas poem that perfectly puts a bow on the events of 2024. Listen to this special episode with your friends and family. We'll see you in the New Year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic…

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Will we have a White Christmas this year? 33:35

6M ago33:35

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, whether or not we'll have a white Christmas, the Mayor talks about …

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Immunization records just got easier, the Colts continue to dominate, remembering our fallen heroes, and more... 35:30

6M ago35:30

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, a new app for tracking your child's immunization records, a look at…

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A winter weather blitz, the Barrie Colts, Top Cheflicious and more 22:07

7M ago22:07

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, winter arrived with a vengeance, a chat about Barrie's Top Cheflici…

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Getting to know the unsung heroes in our community, Doors To Dignity, new homes in Barrie and more... 44:41

7M ago44:41

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast we learn about a new campaign from Barrie Families Unite, get the sc…

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The Shoebox project, YMCA facility for hope, and awareness for drug use and mental health in our community... 35:55

7M ago35:55

35:55

Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast we learn more about public awareness campaigns about drug use in the…

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Getting prepared for winter, curling championships in Barrie and more... 47:27

7M ago47:27

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast we get ready for winter, dig deeper into the challenges facing Foste…

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The Neighbourhood: Catching Up With Austin Boylan 36:34

8M ago36:34

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360. On this week's special episode we're sitting down with Austin Boylan and his Dad Jason. What Barrie's Talking About This Week It’s only been three years since Austin Boylan of Minden started playing baseball yet he's already reached a significant milestone in his budding car…

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Protecting yourself from Porch Pirates, Remembering the ones we lost and more... 33:36

8M ago33:36

33:36

Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast we find out how to protect yourself from porch pirates this holiday …

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The great climate change debate, Barrie Cares and more... 33:26

8M ago33:26

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast we get to talk to an organization ready to put words into action reg…

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How a library card lead to a long-lost relative, and the Barrie Colts 30:56

8M ago30:56

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast we get to hear the inspiring story of a family being united with a r…

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Inflation is down, and what it means for interest rates, Barrie Colts and cameras in the car shops 27:54

8M ago27:54

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast cameras are making their way into the mechanics, we get a Barrie Col…

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Addressing the homelessness crisis, roads less travelled, and a Amelia's day at the beach... 45:37

9M ago45:37

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast we address the homeless crisis in Barrie, learn about a new book tha…

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Is Bigfoot in Ontario? The long-range fall forecast and the Barrie Colts... 31:45

9M ago31:45

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, is Bigfoot in Simcoe County? The long-range fall forecast, and a Ba…

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Give your input on zoning laws, getting Raw & Reflective, saying goodbye to a friend and more ... 51:07

9M ago51:07

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we get a lesson in sport of cricket, talk about the Raw & Reflectiv…

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The COVID battle continues, Living Green Barrie is back and some past times with old friends. 32:50

9M ago32:50

32:50

Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we catch up with an old friend, get some information on how medical…

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How the closure of safe consumption sites will affect the community, another championship run for the Rovers and more... 34:32

10M ago34:32

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk to the mayor about a couple of controversial topics in the …