Best Barrel Racer Podcasts (2024)

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Today's phone-in: Trips that went south - your travel misadventures! And we hear from a teen barrel racer just home from the world championship. 53:03

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Today on the phone-in: Author Jules Torti shares stories about Trips That Went South, and callers share their own travel misadventures. But first, 16 yo Kohen Wainman just got home from the world barrel racing championships in Perry, Georgia.

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Ep 183 // Is Your Brand Design Holding Back Your Business Growth? A Candid Convo with My Brand Designer Emma Tedescucci 37:52

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When it comes to branding and design, I am NOT a pro. I know this. But I also know who to call. Because I believe so strongly in the power of a strong visual identity for any business, this is one area that I have invested in since the beginning of my business. Listen in to this candid convo with my brand designer turned friend, Emma Tedescucci fro…

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Today's phone-in: we talk pickling and fermenting. And we hear about the mental health toll on people who support women experiencing violence. 53:17

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On the phone-in today: Phil Moscovitch takes your calls on pickling and fermenting. But first, a new study reveals the impacts on the mental health of people working in organizations supporting women experiencing violence.

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Today's phone-in: Repair technician Aaron Publicover on appliances. And we ask journalist Rick MacLean about the possible sale of Saltwire to Postmedia. 52:37

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On the phone-in: Appliance repair technician Aaron Publicover takes your calls. But first, we get journalist Rick MacLean's thoughts on what the proposed sale of SaltWire newspapers to Postmedia could mean for the region.

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Today's Phone-in: Automotive expert Doug Bethune takes your calls. And we get the low-down on all the Maritimers at the olympics. 52:54

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Today on the phone-in: Automotive expert Doug Bethune takes your calls about maintaining and fixing your vehicle. But first: Ken Bagnell gives us the low-down on all the Maritimers competing in the Paris Olympics this year.

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Today's phone-in: we get your advice on the best Maritime Cafes. And we do a deep dive on the Hemlock Woolly Adelgid with Cornell entomologist Mark Whitmore. 53:00

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Today on the phone-in: we crowd-source your advice on the best cafes in the Maritimes. But first, we get a biology lesson on the Hemlock Woolly Adelgid from Cornell entomologist Mark Whitmore. He'll be in Liverpool, NS Tuesday, July 30 for the 10th Annual International HWA Managers Meeting.

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On the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr. Karyn Steele takes your pet health questions. And we hear about a new project that's testing how effectively oysters can clean poluuted waters. 52:44

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Today's phone-in: Veterinarian Dr. Karyn Steele takes your pet health and nutrition questions. And we learn about a new project that's experimenting with the use of oysters to clean water contaminated by pulp mill effluent in Pictou County's Boat Harbour.

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Ep 182 // Discouraged in Your Business? 3 Scriptures to Kick Discouragement in the Teeth 22:32

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Are you struggling to stay encouraged and passionate in your business? Or maybe you’re not there right now, but you have been at one point and you’re ALL too familiar with the “maybe I should just quit my business and go get a regular job.” Regardless of where you're at on the discouraged to encouraged scale, listen into this episode for 3 scriptur…

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On the phone-in: the best Maritime ice-cream spots. But first, we learn about lifeguarding efforts in PEI, and why a Moncton food bank needs a security guard. 52:34

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Today's phone-in: we get your recommendations for the best ice-cream spots in the Maritimes. But first, we hear about lifeguarding efforts in PEI after Sunday saw 12 rescues at Basinhead Beach, and why a Moncton food bank is getting government help to cover the cost of a security guard.

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July 22, 2024: On the phone-in: pharmacist Graham MacKenzie takes your calls. And we check in with the Aquatic Association of NS about the oyster disease MSX detected in PEI. 53:16

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Today's phone-in: pharmacist Graham MacKenzie takes your calls and questions. And the director of the Aquatic Association of NS shares how producers are feeling about the disease MSX which has been detected in PEI oysters.

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On the phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour answers all your questions. And off the top of the show, we hear some of your feedback on yesterday's topic, Anne of Green Gables. 53:07

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Today's phone-in: Niki Jabbour takes all your gardening questions. And off the top of the show, we hear your feedback on what Anne of Green Gables and specifically the location of Green Gables means to you.

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On the phone-in: What does Green Gables mean to you? Our guests are Alan MacEachern and Kate Scarth. And off the top of the show, CBC meteorologist, Tina Simpkin and tape from PEI about monitoring for ... 54:17

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On the phone-in: Author Alan MacEachern and Kate Scarth discuss the story of Green Gables. Alan is the author of "Becoming Green Gables" and Kate is the Chair of L.M. Montgomery Studies with the L.M. Montgomery Institute at UPEI. And off the top of the show, meteorologist Tina Simpkin discusses the weather and we hear about early monitoring for bli…

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On the phone-in: Alex Khasnabish from Mount St Vincent University answers questions about disinformation and propaganda. And off the top of the show, we hear about an incident near Digby involving farmed ... 52:43

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On the phone-in: We have a discussion about the dangers of disinformation and propaganda. Our guest is Alex Khasnabish who's a professor and chair of the department of Sociology and Anthropology at Mount St. Vincent University in Halifax. And off the top of the show. We hear about an incident near Digby involving farmed salmon. Our guests are Joel …

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Ep 181 // My 5 Best Tips to Come Up with Stories for Better Content 17:02

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Son of a motherless goat. The time I was trapped on top of a mountain in a lightning storm. When I got bucked off in the middle of a cornfield. Operation baby donkey rescue. What do these things have in common? They are all stories that I could use to write great content, ultimately ranking higher on Google and connecting with my audience more. But…

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On the phone-in: How do you like your downtown? And off the top, Dr Danielle Williams with CFIA describes a parasite called MSX that affects oysters. MSX has been detected in Bedeque Bay on PEI. 52:50

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On the phone-in: We discuss the elements that make for a dynamic downtown area in the Maritimes. Our guests are Paul MacKinnon in Halifax and Dawn Alan in Charlottetown. And off the top of the show, Dr Danielle Willliams from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency describes a parasite called MSX that affects oysters. MSX has been detected in Bedeque B…

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On the phone-in: Jim White takes your questions about painting & staining. And off the top of the show, we hear about a boat fire in Point du Chene, NB. And the potato crop on PEI is ahead of schedule ... 53:05

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On the phone-in: Painting and staining expert, Jim White, answers your questions. And off the top of the show, Victor Cormier, the general manager of the Pointe-du-Chene Harbour Authority, explains how some guys on jet-skis stopped a burning boat from destroying the whole marina. And the CBC's Nancy Russell finds out why the potato crop on PEI is t…

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Four counties on Mainland, NS, had flooding overnight. We speak with councillor Dick Killam in Halls Harbour. The CBC's Gareth Hampshire and Brett Ruskin file reports. And Niki Jabbour answers gardening ... 53:16

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The remnants of post tropic storm Beryl drops torrential rain on part of the Mainland NS. Councillor Dick Killam from Halls Harbour, NS, describes the damage in his community. The CBC's Gareth Hampshire and Brett Ruskin also file reports.And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour provides gardening advice.

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On the phone-in: Lawyer Julia Cornish gives advice on separation and divorce. Off the top of the show, we hear about a controversy connected to the Fredericton Pride parade and from a former coach of Jacob ... 53:22

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On the phone-in: Lawyer Julia Cornish provides advice for people who are going through a separation and divorce. Off the top of the show, we hear about a controversy connected to the Fredericton Pride parade. And Angela Morrison, a former soccer coach of Jacob Shaffelburg, discusses last night's game against Argentina at the Copa America tournament…

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On the phone-in: Michael Haynes & James Donald share their expertise on hiking in the region. Off the top, we speak with Michael Kabelen from the Affordable Housing Association of Nova Scotia. 52:52

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On the phone-in: Michael Haynes in NS and James Donald in NB share their top suggestions for great hikes in the Maritimes. They also answer all your questions. Off the top of the show, we speak with Michael Kabalen from the Affordable Housing Association of Nova Scotia. And the CBC's Josefa Cameron on PEI tells us about "speed friending" at Pride P…

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Ep 180 // Beat Out AI Trash Content With This 1 Powerful Content Tip 11:44

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News flash: In today's content marketing world, it can be a DOG FIGHT to stand out, especially now that AI has entered the chat and content creators are churning out content at record speeds (high quality or not). Listen in and learn my TOP tip for making YOUR content stand out (and ultimately lead to better sales) regardless of any Google updates.…

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On the phone-in: Lauren Park answers questions on bee-keeping. And off the top of the show, we hear from Angela Morrison who used to coach Jacob Shaffelburg. We also hear from his grandmother on PEI. 52:56

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On the phone-in: Lauren Park who's an experienced beekeeper answers questions about beekeeping. Off the top of the show. We speak with Angela Morrison who used to coach soccer star, Jacob Shaffelburg. We also hear from his grandmother, Anne Smith, who lives in Stratford, PEI. Team Canada takes on Argentina tonight at the Copa America tournament.…

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On the phone-in: Bob Bancroft answers questions about wildlife. Off the top of the show, we hear an update on blueberries in the Maritimes and a new farmer's market opened in Charlottetown over the weekend ... 53:24

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Wildlife biologist, Bob Bancroft, answers questions about animals and birds on the phone-in. And off the top of the show. we speak with Peter Burgess, executive director of the Wild Blueberry Producers Association of NS. He says the crop this season is early. And in Charlottetown, a new farmer's market opened over the weekend.…

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On the phone-in: Energy advisor Barry Walker provides advice on cooling and heating systems. And at the top of the show, we hear about the new med school in Charlottetown and a new Indigenous mural Fredericton ... 52:59

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Barry Walker, who's an energy advisor, provides advice about heat pumps as well as heating and cooling systems. And off the top of the show, we hear about the construction of the new medical school in Charlottetown as well as a new mural at the Fredericton public library by Wolastoqi artist, Emma Hassencahl-Perley.…

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On the phone-in: Silvia Jay answers questions about dog behaviour. We hear about a dead humpback whale in the Stewiacke River. And dog owners travelling to the US after Aug 1 will face changes. 52:33

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Today's phone-in is with dog behaviour expert, Sivlia Jay. Off the top of the show, we speak with Tonya Wmmer from MARS about a dead humpback whale in the Stewiacke River. And Dr Tracy Fisher with the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association talks about changes coming August 1st for dog owners who travel to the US.…

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A woman in Charlottetown who runs Boonoonoonoos -- restaurant in Charlottetown that serves Caribbean food -- discusses her concerns about Hurricane Beryl. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour answers gardening ... 52:56

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Sascha Gordon and her husband run Boonoonoonoos -- a restaurant in Charlottetown that serves Caribbean food. Sascha talks with us about her concerns for her family back in Jamaica with Hurricane Beryl hitting the island today. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour answers gardening questions.

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EP 179// Don't Want to Sound Like a Jerk? Avoid These 3 Killer Website Copy Mistakes 17:12

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Fun fact- I can sometimes be very blunt... sometimes too blunt. And my very NOT blunt brother will often come in and help me soften the blow, lol. So when I say that I have had to learn some of these lessons my own self, I mean it. The problem I see with some website copy is that very NICE well-meaning business owners can accidentally sound like je…

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Dr Lucas Roscoe with Natural Resources Canada updates us on the experiment with Laricobius beetles that eat HWA. We hear about L.M. Montgomery events on PEI. And on the phone-in: Diane Leblanc on birding ... 52:26

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In Southwest NS, Hemlock Wooly Adelgid has been killing hemlocks. Last Fall, an experiment was launched that saw the importation of Laricobius beeles from BC. Laricobius beetles eat Hemlock Wooly Adelgid. Dr Lucas Roscoe from Natural Resources Canada provides an update on whether the Laricobius survived the winter in NS. People on PEI are organizin…

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Listeners sound off about loud vehicles. And on the phone-in, automotive expert Doug Bethune takes your calls. 52:53

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We hear your thoughts (loud and clear) on yesterday's interview about noisy vehicles. And on the phone-in, automotive expert Doug Bethune diagnoses your car troubles.

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Councillor David Hickey in Saint John, NB, discusses ideas to improve the city's noise bylaw to combat loud vehicles. We hear about a new coin launched on PEI. And on the phone-in: Todd Boland on shrubs ... 52:40

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Councillor David Hickey in Saint John, NB, says a number of residents are concerned about excessively loud motorcycles and vehicles. He's investigating improving the city's noise bylaw. On PEI, the Royal Canadian Mint launches a new coin to celebrate L.M. Montgomery. And on the phone-in: Horticulturalist Todd Boland provides advice on shrubs and vi…

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We hear from Marc Mes with the Canadian Coast Guard about environmental programs to reduce carbon emissions. People on PEi work to run lighthouses. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele. 52:30

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Marc Mes, who's the deputy commissioner of Canadian Coast Guard programs, discusses how the Coast Guard is reducing carbon emissions. People on PEI work to maintain lighthouses. On the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele. And in New Brunswick, two youths are hired to be River Keepers on the Saint John River.…

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Ep 178 // 5 Things I Look For When Evaluating a Client’s Website- as a Professional Copywriter & SEO 17:09

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Listen, when I get to hop on a new client’s website and do a quick website audit, I LOVEE it. Why? Well, primarily because I want to help people, but also, I’ve learned to quickly identify a few make-it-or-break-it factors to great website copy and SEO. If you’ve ever wondered what a professional copywriter and SEO would look at and analyze on your…

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An immigration lawyer weighs in on a recent NS labour board decision in favour of temporary foreign workers. And on the phone-in: great summer reads! 52:43

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An immigration lawyer weighs in on a recent NS labour board decision in favour of temporary foreign workers. And on the phone-in: we share recommendations for great summer reading!

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LOCOmotion 600: A 600km bicycle event across mainland Nova Scotia. And on the phone-in: Repair expert Aaron Publicover answers your questions. 52:49

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Have you ever tried to bike 600km? Well about two dozen Nova Scotians did this past weekend as part of the LOCOmotion 600 endurance event. Organizer and participant Ashleigh Myles tells us about the event and what's next for this active group of cyclists. And on the phone-in: Our repair expert Aaron Publicover answers your questions.…

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The CBC's Brett Ruskin reports from Shubenacadie, NS, about National Indigenous Peoples Day. PEI plans SafeTEA sessions with Aunties. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour gives gardening advice. 52:53

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The CBC's Brett Ruskin reports from Shubenacadie, NS -- the site of the former residential school -- on National Indigenous Peoples Day. Melissa Peter-Paul on PEI plans SafeTEA sessions with Aunties. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour provides gardening advice.

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau discusses an announcement today on the National School Food Program and other issues such as affordability. And on the phone-in: Lesley Anderson answers questions on genealogy ... 52:53

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is in Westville, NS today for an announcement on the National School Food Program. He also speaks with us about issues such as affordability. And on the phone-in: Lesley Anderson provides advice on researching your family tree.

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The Maritime Lobster Processors Association comments on the closure of the Coastal Shell Products plant. Foreign workers on PEI resume a hunger strike. And on the phone-in: Chris Harvey-Clark on sharks ... 52:46

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Nat Richard, the executive director of the Maritime Lobster Processors Association. comments on the closure of the Coastal Shell Products plant in Beaurivage, NB. Foreign workers on PEI resume a hunger strike and stage a protest today in Charlottetown. And on the phone-in: Shark researcher, Chris Harvey-Clark, answers questions on sharks.…

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Ep 177 // 5 Can’t Miss Website Copy Elements to Unlock More Sales & SEO Success 17:18

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Write better website copy, have a more consistent brand voice, increase sales, and have better SEO, all with these 5 tips. I LOVE doing website copy for clients- for SO many reasons. Partly cuz I’m a wordsmith by nature- but also because sometimes people just don’t know how amazing they are/ haven’t been able to communicate it via words clearly, an…

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Some farmers are getting out of strawberry farming because it's not profitable. Others are turning to new methods like growing undercover. And on the phone-in: Laura Penny talks about the value of a degree ... 52:51

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The way farmers grow strawberries is changing in the Maritimes. Some are getting out of the crop. Others are growing undercover so they are less vulnerable to climate change. And on the phone-in: Laura Penny discusses the value of a university degree.

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Fred Whoriskey from the Ocean Tracking Network discusses the possibility of warning signs for sharks this summer. We hear an update from Beaurivage, NB. And on the phone-in: Jim White on painting & staining ... 52:44

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There are more sharks in our waters these days. We talk with Fred Whoriskey from the Ocean Tracking Network at Dalhousie University about the possibility of warning signs about sharks at some beaches in NS this summer. Maisie Rae McNaughton from the Kent Clean Air Committee provides an update on the closure of the Coastal Shell Products plant in Be…

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Jesse Vergen, owner of the Saint John Ale House at Market Square, describes his frustration over the delay in opening the patio area. And on the phone-in: What is a Death Café? 53:12

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The Fire Marshal's Office has delayed the opening of the new patio system at Market Square in Saint John. We speak with Jesse Vergen, owner of the Saint John Ale House about his frustrations.And on the phone-in: We talk with Anne Marie Hartford and Karen Lake about the Death Café meetings they hold in Fredericton.…

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Paul D'Eon who has 50 years experience with the Lifesaving Society of NS comments on drowning incidents. We hear about neglect at Gateway Village on PEI. And on the phone-in: Experts answer questions on ... 53:00

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This week, two young men from India died at Gibson Falls in NB. Paul D'Eon, who has 50 years experience with the Lifesaving Society of NS, says newcomers to Canada are more vulnerable to drowning. People in Borden-Carleton, PEI, comment on the level of neglect at Gateway Village. And on the phone-in: Dr Jill Hudson in NB and Dan Hennessey in NS ans…

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Lisa Lockhart Professional Barrel Racer, Over $3Million in Earnings 1:43:48

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Professional Barrel Racer from Oeirichs, South Dakota. With more than 17 NFR qualifications under her belt, Lockhart has made barrel racing history multiple times since she began competing. And, over the past five years Lisa has been a very consistent competitor finishing top five in the World Standings every year. As competitive as she is inside t…

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The volunteer fire chief in Elgin, NB, discusses a fatal accident this week at Gibson Falls. Students on PEI get lessons on agricultural history. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle provides advice ... 52:43

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Kent Steeves, who's the volunteer fire chief in the village of Elgin, NB, provides details about a fatal accident that claimed the lives of two young men at Gibson Falls on Monday. Students on PEI get lessons on agricultural history at Orwell Corner Historic Village. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Jessical Lyle gives advice on wills and estate plannin…

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EP 176 // Not Enough Time to Blog? 2 Hrs or Less for a High Quality Kick Butt Blog 17:51

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If you’ve been around here for more than 2.5 seconds, then you KNOW that I am a fan of doing things efficiently AND well. Like my Papa always said, “Anything worth doing is worth doing right,” BUT that doesn’t mean you have to let perfectionism creep in. What I want you to get out of this episode is this: It IS possible to create a HIGH high-qualit…

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NS Auditor General Kim Adair reports on a rise in violence in schools. Health PEI looks for options for summer staffing. And on the phone-in: Two experts discuss the challenge of navigating difficult friendships ... 52:59

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Kim Adair, Nova Scotia's Auditor General, holds a news conference about a dramatic increase in the incidence of violence in schools. Health PEI offers workers extra cash if they agree to work extra shifts this summer. Union leaders have concerns. And on the phone-in: Dr. Laura Eramian and Dr. Peter Mallory discuss navigating difficult friendships.…

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A historic sawmill in Digby County was destroyed by fire this weekend, and the Abegweit First Nation hosted the first mawi'omi of the season. And on the phone-in: maintaining your memory. 52:52

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A historic sawmill in Digby County, NS, was destroyed by fire this weekend, and on PEI the Abegweit First Nation hosted the first mawi'omi, or powwow, of the season. And on the phone-in: we discuss memory loss and how to avoid it with Dr. Teresa Liu-Ambrose.

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Health care workers at the Moncton Hospital form a choir as a creative outlet. A boy on PEI trades a bag of potatoes for a signed Blue Jays baseball. And on the phone-in: Jon Stone discusses native plants ... 52:41

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Nurses, doctors, paramedicine students and pharmacists at the Moncton Hospital have formed a new choir called "Music in Medicine" as a creative outlet. A boy on PEI takes a bag of PEI potatoes to Toronto and trades it for a signed baseball with Blue Jays pitcher Jordan Ramano. And on the phone-in: Jon Stone answers questions about native plants tha…

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NS announces a new policy on cell phones in classrooms. Two men from PEI talk about their trip to Normandy for D-Day ceremonies. And on the phone-in: Colette Robicheau provides advice on decluttering. 52:43

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The Nova Scotia Department of Education announces a new policy on cell phones in the classroom, starting in September. The CBC's Jean Laroche has the details. Two men from PEI discuss their family connection to D-Day and their trip to Normandy this week. And on the phone-in: Colette Robicheau provides advice on decluttering. Plus, two young student…

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The CBC's Nancy Russell on PEI provides an update on the oyster industry. A 58 year-old woman in NB will compete at Miss Universe Canada. And on the phone-in: What have your experiences been like while ... 53:08

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An oyster grower in East Bideford, PEI, speaks with the CBC's Nancy Russell about his frustrations. He has still not received any damage claim money since post-tropical storm Fiona blew through in 2022. Lorraine Peters from Rothesay NB, who's 58 years-old, will compete at the Miss Universe Canada pageant next month. And on the phone-in: We speak wi…

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Ep 175 // Simple Tech Stack for Running a Profitable SEO & Copywriting Business in Less Than 20HRS/ Week 21:08

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Question, do you ever just get tired of researching ALL the tech options out there and just have someone tell you what works and what sucks? Me too. Me too. That is why I’ve put together this list of 10 things that we LOVE in my business. As an SEO consultant and Copywriter, I have a LOT on my plate and not a ton of time each week to get it done. W…

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