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Welcome to North Bay, Ontario’s favorite podcast - To North Bay With Love! Your local source for community and culture in North Bay and the surrounding region.Tune in every Tuesday and Thursday to explore engaging conversations with our host Lisa Boivin as she welcomes a diverse range of local guests, including actors, politicians, athletes, and community members.Explore more North Bay podcasts and stay updated on local events and news at NorthBayEcho.ca.For exclusive North Bay updates and insights, subscribe to our newsletter Echo Essentials.Stay connected with Echo on social media: @NorthBayEchoProduction Credits:Host: Lisa BoivinProducer: Ben SargentContent Specialist: Dave DaleProduced by Story Studio Ne
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In this episode of To North Bay With Love, David and Azu from North Bay Games and Hobbies join the conversation to talk about the store, the local gaming community, and why board games and tabletop gaming continue to grow in popularity.They share the history of the shop, how gaming has changed over the years, and why games like Dungeons & Dragons, Warhammer, Catan, and trading card games continue to bring people together.0:00 Intro4:49 Why Board Games Are Growing11:23 Game Nights & In-Store Play16:00 The Return of Dungeons & Dragons27:02 Building an Inclusive Gaming Community
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, North Bay Symphony Orchestra conductor Josh Wood shares his journey into music and gives a behind the scenes look at what it really takes to lead an orchestra.Josh breaks down what a conductor is actually doing on stage, from keeping time and cueing musicians to shaping the volume, tempo, style, and overall interpretation of a piece.He also talks about the preparation that happens before a performance and why no two performances are ever exactly the same.0:00 Intro8:47 What Does a Conductor Do?17:42 How Conductors Shape the Music25:31 Inside the New Symphony Season
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, Kevin Oschefski shares the story behind his journey in radio, his connection to North Bay, and the experiences that have shaped him both on and off the air.Kevin talks about how a love of music led him into broadcasting, the unexpected path that eventually put him behind the microphone, and the community work that has become one of the most meaningful parts of his career.He also opens up about his family’s experience with breast cancer, the lessons that came from supporting his wife through treatment, and the emotional inspiration behind his walks from Sudbury to North Bay.0:00 Intro5:43 Kevin’s Radio Journey12:54 Family, Cancer & Country Music20:48 Walking From Sudbury to North Bay29:39 Why North Bay Feels Like Home
Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "I can't be the only one"?In this episode of To North Bay With Love, local author Chantal Degagne shares the inspiration behind her book "I Can't Be the Only One Who..."After losing both of her parents just weeks apart, Chantal discovered that the feelings, quirks, habits, and experiences we often think make us different are actually what connect us.She explains how conversations with strangers and loved ones turned into a collection of stories that remind us we're never as alone as we think.0:00 Intro5:22 The Personal Story That Inspired the Book11:04 Finding Connection Through Shared Experiences18:28 Collecting Stories From Complete Strangers23:55 The Next Book: I Can't Be the Only Parent Who
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, Kate sits down with Kevin Smith, chair of the West Ferris Secondary School 55th Reunion, to talk about the memories, friendships, and community connections that make a high school reunion so much more than just a weekend event.Kevin shares how the reunion came together, what attendees can expect over the three-day celebration, and why reconnecting in person matters more than ever.0:00 – Intro5:10 – Planning a Reunion for Every Generation10:13 – School Tours & A Walk Down Memory Lane20:02 – Why Reconnecting in Person Still Matters33:32 – Kevin's Favourite West Ferris MemoriesRegister here until July 14th: https://wfssreunion55.regfox.com/wfssreunion55#register
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, Kate sits down with North Bay musician Paul Pruneau for a conversation about a lifetime of music, community, and following your passion.Paul reflects on his journey from winning music competitions as a young performer to recording at Montreal's iconic RCA Studios, while balancing a successful career as an electrician and business owner.He shares stories from decades on stage, the bands he's played with, the mentors who shaped him, and why performing for the North Bay community continues to bring him joy.0:00 How Paul's Music Journey Began 5:42 Winning a Recording Contract in Montreal 11:31 The Secrets to Performing Live 16:23 Building a Successful Electrical Business 22:53 The Future of Live Music in North Bay
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, Kate sits down with Darren Patey from Northeastern Ontario Tourism to explore some of North Bay's best kept secrets.From the historic La Vase Portages canoe route and hidden hiking trails to local experiences, outdoor adventures, and family-friendly activities, Darren shares the stories that make North Bay and the surrounding region so special.They also dive into tourism across Northeastern Ontario, why more people are discovering the North, and how locals can see their own backyard through a new lens.0:00 – Intro11:31 – The Hidden History of La Vase Portages21:07 – Discovering North Bay's Hidden Trails25:57 – Promoting Northeastern Ontario's Best Experiences33:15 – The Magic of Manitoulin Island
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, Amanda Cooley shares the story behind the Northern Skies Wellness Festival and how a simple idea grew into a community celebration of wellness, connection, and self-care.We talk about what to expect at the festival, Amanda's journey through yoga and travel, and what brought her back home to North Bay after living and studying around the world.Along the way, she reflects on the importance of slowing down, building community, and creating space to reconnect with ourselves and each other.0:00 – Intro5:34 – More Than Yoga: A Full Wellness Experience15:48 – Amanda's Journey Into Yoga & Wellness18:24 – How Yoga Helped Through Depression37:50 – The Vision for a Multi-Day Wellness Festival
Welcome to North Bay, Ontario’s favorite podcast - To North Bay With Love! Your local source for community and culture in North Bay and the surrounding region.Tune in every Tuesday and Thursday to explore engaging conversations with our host Lisa Boivin as she welcomes a diverse range of local guests, including actors, politicians, athletes, and community members.Explore more North Bay podcasts and stay updated on local events and news at NorthBayEcho.ca.For exclusive North Bay updates and insights, subscribe to our newsletter Echo Essentials.Stay connected with Echo on social media: @NorthBayEchoProduction Credits:Host: Lisa BoivinProducer: Ben SargentContent Specialist: Dave DaleProduced by Story Studio Ne
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