Best Alex Vaughan Podcasts (2025)

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074: Crafting Community at Southridge Brewing (with Alex Rhinehart) 1:05:15

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Alex Rhinehart, Co-Owner and Brewmaster at Southridge Brewing joins the podcast to share the story of opening Wilmington's new neighborhood bar. "For us, the mission... has always been to create a community space for people to hang out, and to have a good experience from food and beer," said Alex. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for…

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073: Clinton County Board of Developmental Disabilities (with Marnie Reed & Shanon Bene) 1:17:35

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Marnie Reed and Shanon Bene join the podcast to share about the amazing people and services at the Clinton County Board of Developmental Disabilities. The CCBDD currently serves roughly 300 individuals in the county from birth to adulthood by connecting them with essential resources or just offering a friend to talk with. Special thanks to our spon…

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Lindsey Boylan, Justin Tyler, Catherine Vaughan 1:09:48

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Live form the UCB Theatre NY, we discuss parking space pools, weed stores and schools, and the latest in the race for NYC mayor. This Month’s Panelists: Justin Tyler (Desus & Mero, The Opposition w/Jordan Klepper), Lindsey Boylan (Mom. Whistleblower. Feminist.), Catherine Vaughan (Abundance New York)…

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Mayor Del Duca, VAUGHAN; Ryan Schell, CENTRAL YORK FIRE SERVICES; Ian Matthews, GOATS IN THE CITY; CANADA, Jack Mancini; Lillian Galstanian and Kristan Maclean, KICKIN' IT COUNTRY; CARINA B 59:25

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something for everyone on today’s show … We start with a catch up with Mayor Steven Del Duca of Vaughan and move to a very important ‘expiry date’ check – one that could save your life. Ryan Schell - Chief Fire Prevention Officer for Central York Fire Services will join us to explain. Plus, we’ll give the *goat* a little love …not ‘the greatest of …

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Alex Goldmark, Peter Grosz, Rachel Holliday Smith 1:01:05

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Live form the UCB Theatre NY, we discuss Zohran Mamdani's exciting win, Cuomo's Dodge Charger, and Jet Skiing in the East River. This Month’s Panelists: Alex Goldmark (Exec Producer, Planet Money), Peter Grosz (Veep, Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me!), Rachel Holliday Smith (Managing Editor, THE CITY)By Cody Lindquist and Charlie Todd

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072: Baking Dreams Come True at The Purple Wagon (with Elyse Fife) 1:05:54

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Elyse Fife with The Purple Wagon joins the podcast to share about her home bakery and garden on Accommodation Road in Wilmington, Ohio. Elyse graduated from Wilmington High School, met her husband while working at Generations Pizza, and has worked in HR and real estate before starting her homestead where she currently home schools her two daughters…

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Benn Barrantes, ONBARR Conference; Teresa Di Felice, CAA; Fiona Su, DANCE ON YONGE; Emilie Alderman, VAUGHAN; Mayor Steve Pelligrini, King; Paul Metcalf; TO Jazzfest 57:14

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In today’s show, we have our usual excellent roster of guests covering topics that span what’s trending, what to do with your free time, some health news and what you need to know that is happening in your world. The people bringing us these stories include: Benn Barrantes, CEO, ONBARR Conference Teresa Di Felice, of the CAA with a study of pedestr…

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Rebeccah Love, FORTESCUE; Nicolas Bertrand, TOUGH MUDDER; Jacob Gal, YORK PRIDE FEST; Maya Carvalho, MIGRAINES; PROPTER HAWK Pamela Gordon, NATURE OF THINGS TITAN SUBMERSIBLE; 1:00:01

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WE BEGIN …BY CELEBRATING THE FEATURE FILM DEBUT OF A POWERFUL NEW VOICE IN CANADIAN CINEMA. TORONTO-BASED FILMMAKER REBECCAH LOVE’S MOVIE ‘FORTESCUE’ IS DESCRIBED AS A QUIET REFLECTION ON WOMANHOOD, PSYCHOSIS AND FRIENDSHIP, AND TOUCHES ON SOME PRESSING QUESTIONS AROUND MENTAL HEALTH. THE FILM IS FICTIONAL …HOWEVER REBECCA’S PERSONAL EXPERIENCE WIT…

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Brian Pirvu, CAA Worst Roads; Cameron Waite, Real Life Robotics; Laura Lavalee, Evergreen Hospice, Trevor Linden, Cpt Canuck; RH Mayor David West; Jack Mancini 55:32

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The 2025 CAA worst roads campaign has released its annual list ….and you might be surprised which roads *did* and did not make the grade. Government Relations and CAA consultant Brian Pirvu joins us. Cameron Waite is the founder and CEO of Real Life Robotics …here to explain how and why robots are rolling into a neighbourhood near you Laura Lavalee…

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Christian Werhli, Fairy Trail Walk for Esther, Dennis Bulani, Author, Alex Lombardi, Hike for Hospice, Mayor John Taylor, Resident Survey, Jack Mancini, Staying Active in York, Michael Hanson, Glass Tiger ... 59:57

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Joining us – authors and politicians …community builders and a Canadian music legend and hometown hero. Christian Wehrli has organized a very special walk called the Fairly Trail Walk for Esther and is raising funds for children's books in local libraries in honour of his late sister. We have Dennis Bulani, a Saskatchewan farmer and author who wrot…

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071: Behind the Bar at TinCap Hard Cider & BBQ (with Jason Vaughan) 1:18:27

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Jason Vaughan, Owner of TinCap Hard Cider & BBQ, joins the podcast to share how he took a risk in 2018 by leaving his stable 25 year career as a nurse and started his own small business, taproom, and event center. In this episode, Jason shares how he grew up making beer and wine with his family, how he and his wife braved the forced COVID shutdowns…

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Josh Landau, Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, Ken Campbell, Award Winning Hockey writer, Toronto Star and Hockey Life, Mark Kahan, Canadian Cancer Society, Rebecca Shields, CEO, CMHA, Samson Wat ... 1:01:54

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Our guests on the show include: Josh Landau, Director of Government Relations, Ontario, with the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs who speaks with us about the rise in hate crimes in the GTA. Ken Campbell, award winning hockey writer who cuts through the noise surrounding the Maple Leafs heartbreaking, gut-wrenching, and hope dashing loss in gam…

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Nicholas Jennings, Toronto Music Experience, Rob Flack, Ontario Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Karen Todd, BridgeNorth/Savvy Pathways, Ben Eisen, Fraser Institute- Ontario's Economy is Broken ... 59:57

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Today – we cover some of the stories that made headlines this week along with a great lineup of guests including: Nicholas Jennings, music journalist, historian and board member for the Toronto Music Experience who speaks to us about the launch of this project. Ontario minister of municipal affairs and housing, Rob Flack, who will share details of …

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070: Anytime Laundry & Anytime Car Wash (with Robin Britain & Brook McBee) 59:48

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Robin Britain and her daughter, Brook McBee, join the podcast to share their story of owning and operating Anytime Laundry and Anytime Car Wash in Wilmington! Robin is a Clinton County native who lives on a small farm in New Vienna with her husband, Larry. Before leaving her career in logistics to run her own business, Robin served in the Air Force…

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Dr. Justin Esekowitz, Cardiologist and President of the Canadian Heart Failure Society; Mike Smith, Aurora Sports Hall of Fame; Vaughan Mayor Stephen Del Duca (Vaughan Flavours); Ayami Sato (Toronto Maple ... 59:22

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Today – as always - we have a great mix of trending, Insightful, York Region-focussed stories along with A stellar guest list - including: Mike Smith who shares what’s happening at the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame and how you can get involved, plus Vaughan Mayor Stephen Del Duca introduces Vaughan Flavours - a new local food festival set for July and…

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Mayor Stephen Del Duca, Vaughan; Diana Matheson, Northern Super League; Derek Andrews, Aurora Cultural Centre; Brendan Neely, Guinness World Record; Taz Stuart, Ticks and Mosquitos, Ryan De Silva, Mother ... 48:32

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IF YOU ARE A REGULAR LISTENER, YOU WILL KNOW THAT NOT ONLY HAS ANN BEEN MISSING, THE FEED ITSELF HAS BEEN ON HIATUS AS WE RETOOLED AT THE STATION. TODAY’S SHOW MARKS OUR RETURN AND BECAUSE OF THIS WE HAVE SEVERAL GUESTS WHO WILL GET US ALL BACK IN THE SWING OF THINGS. WE ARE EXCITED TO BE JOINED BY: CO-FOUNDER AND CHIEF GROWTH OFFICER OF THE NORTHE…

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Systemic Approaches to Brain Injury Treatment - Ndidi Boakye 37:05

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We welcome Dr Ndidi Boakye to talk about her book on systemic approaches to brain injury treatment. We talk about Ndidi's route into neuropsychology, her emphasis on formulation in context and the need for us to address barriers to accessing neuropsychological treatment.By Ingram Wright

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069: Wilmington College Inaugurates First Female President - Part 1 of 2 (with Corey Cockerill) 1:00:03

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Corey Cockerill will be the first inaugurated female president of Wilmington College tomorrow. Randy Sarvis, their amazing PR Director, gave us an exclusive interview with her before the big day! We learn about her life growing up in rural Knox County, being a journalist in Chillicothe, meeting her husband at 4H camp, and owning her own coffee roas…

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068: The Story of Trail Haus & Upcoming Southridge Brewing (with Jen Purkey & Brad Heys) 1:19:03

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Jen Purkey and Brad Heys join the podcast again after sharing the story of Kava Haus to catch up on nine months of operating Trail Haus and also give an update on the upcoming Southridge Brewing! Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a l…

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067: Clinton Memorial Hospital Volunteer Opportunities (with Veronica Grabill) 15:02

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Veronica Grabill joined the podcast to share about her role as Chaplain and Volunteer Coordinator at Clinton Memorial Hospital (CMH) in Wilmington, Ohio. Veronica helps support and pray with patients and families at the hospital as well as helps organize essential community volunteer opportunities for the hospital. Active volunteers range in age fr…

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066: Denise Stryker Passes Homeless Shelter Leadership to Amber Taylor (with Denise Stryker & Amber Taylor) 1:16:03

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Denise Stryker joins us after a 2-month retirement (from a 30 year career) to discuss homelessness in Wilmington along with the new director of the Clinton County Homeless Shelter, Amber Taylor (who was previously the assistant director for 18 years). It was such an honor to talk with these amazingly compassionate and strong women who serve the div…

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Eric Jolliffe - Chairman and CEO of The Regional Municipality of York / Blue Door's Coldest Night of the Year / Impact of Trump's Tariffs / Elspeth Heyworth Centre for Women / Doctor Shortage in Vaughan ... 57:10

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Eric Jolliffe, former Chief of York Regional Police; who has taken on the role of Chair and CEO of the Regional Municipality of York, spoke with Ann Rohmer about his responsibilities and goals for the region. Jolliffe talks about his learning curve in his new role, emphasizing the importance of collaborative partnerships and understanding the wide …

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How To Queer an Executive Order 45:05

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Kim and Alex go through the Executive Orders and of course adding in their QUEER perspective on them. Source: Transgender_together (Instagram) https://www.instagram.com/transgender_together/ Email Kim and Alex your comments and questions: [email protected] www.coachalexvaughan.com

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Trump's Tariff Threats / Eating Healthy on a Budget / Black History Month / Caregiver Roles / NeoSort - A.I. Powered Waste Managment/ Youth Homelessness 58:23

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Ann Rohmer spoke with Adrienne Batra the editor in chief of the Toronto Sun who discusses the implications of Trump's tariffs on Canada and the need for Canada to diversify its trade markets. One of the potential impacts of tariffs is the cost of food. Joining Bailey Higgins is with Tasha Cortese, a Registered Dietitian at Mackenzie Health who prov…

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065: Port Authority Helps Stabilize the Masonic Lodge (with Ruth Brindle & Gabe Drake) 1:28:30

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Ruth Brindle with Clinton County Port Authority and Gabe Drake with Blue Sky Construction Management join the podcast to share about the creation on the ‘Wilmington DRIVE Program’ after historic buildings collapsed in both Blanchester and New Vienna. The Port Authority is overseeing the funds, and contracting Blue Sky to stabilize the old Masonic L…

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Snap Election / Minimizing the Blues / Metrolinx Barrie Service / Consumer Protection Legal Clinic / KUUMBA / Bent Fork Improv 55:26

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Ontario, we are going to the polls in just under a month. Ann Rohmer is with political analyst and host of the "3 Minute Interview", Stephen LeDrew to better understand the what, why, when and where of this snap election. Blue Monday is now in the rearview mirror, but its root cause is still with us. Shaliza Bacchus spoke with Rebecca Shields, CEO …

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Hostage Cousin / Federal Prorogation / Bail Dashboard / Crime Stoppers 2025 / Vaughan Mayor Steven Del Duca / King Township Mayor Steve Pellegrini 57:52

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A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas was about to come to fruition last Sunday, but cracks began to appear in the already fragile agreement. Romi Gonen was captured by Hamas on October 7th, 2023, as she tried to escape the Nova Music Festival. Joining Ann Rohmer is Romi's cousin Maureen Leshem who never stopped working toward and believing in …

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064: Tuning Into Wilmington’s New Local Radio Station WIOH 95.9 FM (with Paul Jellison) 1:18:37

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Paul Jellison with Wilmington’s NEW local radio station (WIOH 95.9 FM) joins the podcast to share about his experience in broadcasting and passion for helping give local communities a voice. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locall…

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Canadian Federation of Independent Business / See the Good / California Fires / Ontario Corps / Mobility for All / High Notes Avante 58:25

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A dire warning earlier this week from Premier Doug Ford about the possible impact Trump's tariffs could have on our economy, including the potential loss of up to 500,000 jobs here in Ontario. Ann Rohmer is with Dan Kelly, President and CEO of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business with his views. We often hear of the hate filled rhetoric …

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Angus Reid Poll / RE/Max Canadian Housing Market 2025 Outlook / Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs / York Regional Police New Law Changes / The King and I / Fitness Resolutions 59:37

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The Angus Reid Institute has been tracking the reaction of Canadians to the trials and tribulations of Justin Trudeau these past many months. Ann Rohmer speaks with Dave Korzinski Research Director at the Angus Reid Institute about the results of their most recent poll. According to the recently released RE/Max Canadian housing Market 2025 outlook.…

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063: Protecting Life & Property at the National Weather Service Office in Wilmington (with Brandon Peloquin) 1:07:17

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Brandon Peloquin joins the podcast to share the history of the National Weather Service office in Wilmington and what it is like to be a Warning Coordination Meteorologist. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locally owned Mexican re…

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The Best of 2024- Brandie Wilkerson, Beach Volleyball Olympian-June; What Jennifer Did-April; Ali Velshi US Election-Nov; Dr Amara Popel-July; Debbie Travis-October 58:11

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By 105.9 The Region

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062: The Volunteers Behind PAWS Humane Society 1:35:23

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Debbie Duquette and Sarah Armstrong with PAWS Humane Society on OH-68 join the podcast to share about community pet care and volunteer opportunities. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locally owned Mexican restaurant located at 37 …

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Recallify an AI powered memory Aid 45:23

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We talk to Sarah Rudebeck and Berkan Sessan about their journey into the development of an App to support memory and learning. We discuss application in rehabilitation and in everyday memory support for all of us. AI Recallify - recallifyai | Live PositivelyBy Ingram Wright

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Rebecca Shields, CEO CMHA; Leah Tayor Roy; MP Aurora, Oak Ridges, Richmond Hill; Adrienne Grant, Executive Director, Jennifer Ashleigh Children's Charity; Tyler Chalk, VP Southlake Health; Stephen Del ... 59:00

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CAMH / GST Break / Jennifer Ashleigh Children's Charity / Southlake Regional Health Centre / Richmond Hill Coyotes / Vaughan Mayor Steven Del Duca 59:00

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Despite the cheer, the colourful lights and the Holly Jolly movies, many people do not feel merry and bright at this time of year. Ann Rohmer is with Rebecca Shields, CEO, Canadian Mental Health Association, York Region South Simcoe to discuss why is it that so many of us at this time of the year, or feel sad, lonely left, out, forgotten, unloved a…

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Don't Call It A Comeback 58:25

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We're BACK! It's been a HOT MINUTE since we've been able to connect with you all through the podcast and we're so excited!! Kim and Alex are back and dishing the QUEER DIRT on what's been going on, why and how...and where we go from here.... Sponsored by OFM: Out Front Magazine Interested in sponsoring us? Contact OFM. Interested in being on the po…

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061: The History of Busam Ford from Main Street to OH-73 (with Jeremy Kaehler) 1:38:23

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Busam Ford's General Manager, Jeremy Kaehler, joins the podcast to share about the history of Busam Ford that dates back to Henry Ford himself who offered the Busam family a Ford Service Dealership after they were able to fix his car while passing through Cincinnati back in 1909. Jeremy also shares about the dealership's plans to move from their cu…

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Canada's Food Price Report / Breakthrough T1D Canada / Patient Diagnostics Using A.I. / Olympians after Competition / EnCello Toronto / York Region Road Safety / Furry Friends in Need 56:56

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The 15th edition of Canada's Food Price Report was released on December the 5th. Ann Rohmer is with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, senior director, Agri-food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University and also project lead on Canada's Food Price Report, 2025. There are many people dealing with Type 1 diabetes, and there's many breakthroughs this country is try…

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Episode 40: Listener Questions 1:01:03

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Welcome to our final episode of season 2! We are taking a break over Christmas and we'll be back fresh and raring to go with season 3 in the new year. To round us off for 2024 we are answering some questions from our lovely listeners about sobriety, habit change and more. If you would like submit a question for us to discuss next year please do con…

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A.I.'s Role in Medicine / Bradford Christmas / Coding for Veterans / Scouts Canada / Primary Care Physicians / York Harmony Chorus / Hockey with Heart 56:24

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Artificial intelligence is finding its way into many aspects of our lives these days, including healthcare. Ann Rohmer is joined by Dr. Kristy Prouse, Chief Medical Officer at Regenalife to explain A.I.'s role in medicine and what it could mean for our healthcare in the future. Shaliza Bacchus is with Sarah and Emily Dahlgren, two sisters who found…

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060: Unique Is Guaranteed at Alma's Attic (with Brad & Joni Palmer) 46:41

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Owners of Alma's Attic, husband and wife Brad and Joni Palmer, join the podcast to share how they grew their small consignment business into a full retail store, and the value local businesses have to making a community feel like home. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free …

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Habitat for Humanity Survey / Rouge National Urban Park Dumping / Financial Stress / Women's Brain Health Day / Women in the Construction Industry 52:38

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Ann Rohmer is with Habitat for Humanity, Canada's CEO Pedro Barretta to discuss the recent stunning survey released by Habitat for Humanity Canada about the affordable housing crisis, focusing on the challenges faced by so many when it comes to making ends meet. Recent photos of garbage within the backdrop of pristine beauty and Rouge National Urba…

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Wayne Emmerson / Vaughan Mayor Steven Del Duca / Henry Wolfond / Cold Case / Holiday Blockbusters 56:37

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Ann Rohmer speaks with Wayne Emerson who announced his retirement from the Regional Municipality of York. He will be hanging up his hat on November 29th, 39 years after first tossing it into the political ring. Ann Rohmer is with Vaughan Mayor Steven Del Duca, who is marking the midway point of his first term as the Mayor of the City of Vaughan. He…

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Episode 39: Community (with Michelle O'Dwyer) 57:23

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Today on Rise we are thrilled to welcome the lovely Michelle O'Dwyer. Michelle is a business owner and CIC founder who provides healthy cooking classes to a wide community of people in need of support across Liverpool and organises a free annual Christmas dinner which last year was attended by over 200 people. She was the perfect person for us to e…

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Intimate Partner Violence / IMSTA FESTA / York Region Budget / Women Entrepreneurship Day / Stephen LeDrew / Tailgate 2024 54:50

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November is domestic abuse awareness month. Here in Canada, one organization has launched a campaign called Taking Your Breath Away. Ann Rohmer is with Jaspreet Gill, Executive Director of the York Region Centre for Community Safety to discuss. A.I. is both feared and embraced for the opportunities it creates. IMSTA FESTA makes the case that artist…

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059: Local Sisters Start a Small Business at Salon 92 (with Doughlena Irwin & Ashlee Cupp) 1:03:30

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Local sisters, Doughena Irwin and Ashlee Cup, with Salon 92 join the podcast to discuss what it took to start their own small business on South Street and honor their late sister who passed away due to addiction. This is an encouraging episode marked by both courage and compassion—growing in courage to follow your dreams, and having compassion for …

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Remembrance Day / Hockey with Heart / Cyber Security / Festival of Lights / MADD Annual Awards / Operation Raise a Flag 52:18

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Ann Rohmer is with the Honorable Edith Dumont to discuss the importance of Remembrance Day and why it is important that we pay tribute to those who fought and died for our freedoms while also honoring the veterans who are still with us today. The Unionville Men's Hockey Club is a dedicated group of men and women who have been playing hockey for a l…

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058: Clinton County Habitat for Humanity - "Christianity with Its Sleeves Rolled Up" (with Cecilia Krusling & Steve Church) 58:29

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Clinton County Habitat for Humanity President Cecilia Krusling and ReStore Manager Steve Church join the podcast to share how the organization helps local community members become property owners and improve their entire lives. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our c…

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Episode 38: Awe 56:05

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Welcome back to Rise! Today we are chatting about the science and psychology of awe and how accessing more of it in our lives can enhance our happiness and wellbeing. It is a unique emotion which we all recognise immediately when we feel it, but can be surprisingly hard to define and categorise. Resources mentioned: Liz's website featuring her Awe-…