Welcome to The Sport and Recreation Podcast, a brand-new podcast where we'll be delving into the important issues impacting the sports sector, asking the challenging questions and drawing on experts from across the sector to help drive best practice. In early episodes we'll be chewing over the implications of Brexit, exploring how we can encourage more of our youngsters to get active and also discussing how we can collectively demonstrate the economic and social value of sport ahead of the g ...
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The Shore Line, brought to you by Shores & Islands Ohio, is the definitive podcast about fun attractions and activities, including behind the scenes interviews and local insider tips, for the Midwest’s hottest vacation destination. Between Toledo and Cleveland, our area provides an eclectic mix of historically-significant sites, family-fun amusements, gorgeous scenery, and outdoor recreation. The region boasts the Great Lakes’ best fishing as well as migratory bird watching opportunities. Wh ...
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The Shore Line presents: A Season of Music – Firelands Symphony Previews Orchestra Season
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S1, E43 Moving into the month of November, Jill is once again joined by Brian Shifflet as co-host. First, we briefly introduce some of the special events to look forward to in November, such as the Best of the Bay food competition, craft shows, holiday events, and rounding out the month with Shop Small Saturday. Jill and Brian chat about great plac…
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The Shore Line presents: What’s Happening in Port Clinton’s Fine Arts Scene
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S1, E42 As we look forward to the month of November, Host Jill Bauer and this week’s co-host, Visitor Experience Manager Brian Shifflet, chat about upcoming events. The Shores & Islands Ohio team is currently in the trenches of producing the 2025 Play + Stay Guide, so we talk a little bit about the contents of the travel planner and some of the fun…
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The Shore Line presents: Save the Environment by Recycling Your Boat’s Seasonal Shrink Wrap
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S1, E41 Interesting topic on today’s episode about an important local initiative. But first, a sad farewell to cohost Dayton, as he bids goodbye to the Shores & Islands Ohio team. Learn about where he’s going and where you can continue to follow him. He also tells us what he enjoyed about his time as social media manager for our destination. Then, …
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The Shore Line presents: Haunted and Holiday Guided Tours and more with Firelands Adventure Tours
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S1, E40 Jill and Dayton welcome back friend of the podcast Dick Ries, one of the owners of Firelands Adventure Tours. Midway through Spooky Season, your hosts begin with a chat about Halloween decorating, haunted houses, getting lost in a corn maze, and other fall fun – all things visitors and locals to Shores & Islands Ohio can enjoy for the rest …
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The Shore Line presents: Great Lakes Islands Alliance Shares Resources and Challenges
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S1, E39 What’s it like to live on an island in the Great Lakes? There are several unique challenges and fun perks to island living. But first, get ready for a fall season full of fun at Shores & Islands Ohio! Jill and Dayton preview some of the events coming up in October. Then, they welcome in two guests from the organization, Great Lakes Islands …
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The Shore Line presents: Vermilion - A Coastal Main Street Community Filled with Fantastic Events
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S1, E38 Welcome to the fall season in Shores & Islands Ohio! Jill and Dayton preview several upcoming events in the region, including fall festivals, Halloween events, and more. Don’t blink, because October events are coming at us fast and furious! Today, we head back to the lovely coastal town of Vermilion. Joining us on the podcast is Main Street…
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The Shore Line presents: Fishing for Crappie and a public fishing expo in Sandusky, Ohio
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S1, E37 In this episode we head to our beautiful Lake Erie for some fishing action. The Midwest Crappie Alliance is bringing their 3rd annual tournament and fishing expo to Sandusky October 24-26th and we couldn’t be more excited. Joining us on the podcast are Daniel Elko and Bill Phillip, Midwest Crappie Alliance Executive Director and Tournament …
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The Shore Line presents: Fall Festival Time and a New Nature Center
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S1, E36 Fully embracing the Autumn season, in this episode Jill and Dayton talk to two guests from Erie MetroParks about the parks system, their new nature center, and the upcoming Osborn Fall Fest. Erie MetroParks operates and maintains 14 parks or preserves in Erie County, Ohio and offers a variety of free public programming. Joining first is Exe…
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The Shore Line presents: Fall Festival and Apple-picking Time in Berlin Heights, Ohio
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S1, E35 Burnham Orchards in Berlin Heights is one of Ohio’s oldest family-owned businesses, celebrating 210 years of growing and selling fruit in the Shores & Islands Ohio region. Home not just to orchards, but also a farm market, deli, bakery, and craft cider tasting room, the fall season is when they really shine with their annual Fall Festival w…
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The Shore Line presents: New boutique hotel in Sandusky and a Lake Erie paddling adventure
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S1, E34 Local entrepreneurs Lisa and Justin Brady recently opened the Explorer Rest & Recreation, a year-round boutique lodge with several different room types. Transforming an older property into a real gem, Explorer not only offers pet-friendly and family-friendly accommodations, but an inviting atmosphere with outdoor lounging areas, fire pits, …
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The Shore Line presents: Farm-to-fermenter brewing with Twin Oast Brewery
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S1, E33 Catawba Island peninsula has a rich history of fruit orchards, known for growing peaches, apricots, and apples. When Quinton Smith “retired” he went back to his roots on the farm, buying an overgrown orchard. His son Cory, a hobby home brewer, was looking for a place to showcase his passion for beer. Utilizing fresh from the orchard produce…
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The Shore Line presents: Air adventures and historical aircraft at Liberty Aviation Museum
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In this episode, we take off for a high-flying adventure with Port Clinton’s Liberty Aviation Museum. One of the region’s most loved year-round attractions, this museum is home to historical, operational aircraft and vehicles, as well as several unique collections. Joining us on the podcast today is the museum’s communications and marketing coordin…
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The Shore Line presents: Treetops tours and ziplining in the Vermilion River Valley
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On today’s episode, we’re reaching for the sky and zipping through the trees like Tarzan. Common Ground Canopy Tours in Oberlin, Ohio provides experience-based programming to foster life-long exploration, learning, and growth of youth and adults. Jill and Dayton chatted with Jen Libertowski, Marketing Manager at Common Ground. Jen shares the ziplin…
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The Shore Line presents: An island wine and art experience
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Join us as we head back out on an island-hopping adventure! Today we are back on Kelleys Island and talking all things wine with Abbey Rosado, general manager of the Kelley’s Island Wine Co. and owner of the Monarch Winery. These two island businesses are must-visits, and each have their own distinct vibe. Kelley’s Island Wine Co. is a multi-genera…
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The Shore Line presents: Nature and Wildlife at Put-in-Bay
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Take a walk on the wild side with a visit to the Lake Erie Islands Nature & Wildlife Center. Joining us on the podcast today is Renée Fultz, Director of this Put-in-Bay attraction. Learn all about this hidden island gem and what visitors can experience here, including both live and taxidermy creatures! Enjoy interactive exhibits, an updated childre…
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The Shore Line presents: Music, Flowers, and Sunsets in Vermilion, Ohio
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S1, E28 Welcome to the beautiful Lake Erie coastal town of Vermilion, Ohio! In today’s episode, Jill and Dayton interview Sandra Coe, Executive Director of the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce and community leader. Sandy tells us how living in Vermilion is like being on vacation every day – endless opportunities and so many things to do. The downtown …
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The Shore Line presents: A week for Shores & Islands Young Professionals
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S1, E27 Are you under the age of 45 and looking for a way to connect with others in the community? In this episode we learn about the local group, North Coast Young Professionals (NCYP). NCYP is a community of emerging leaders who are making a positive impact in the Ohio Shores & Islands Region. By joining, you will make friends, make a difference,…
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The Shore Line presents: Boardwalk Nights and other live entertainment at Cedar Point
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S1, E26 Welcome back to our first repeat guest, the incomparable Tony Clark, Director of Communications for Cedar Point Amusement Park! Joining Tony to talk all things entertainment is Cedar Point’s Director of Live Entertainment, Lisa Jones. Lisa gives us the inside scoop on this summer’s core live shows, including a nineties musical tribute, coun…
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The Shore Line presents: Step Back in Time at Historic Lakeside Chautauqua
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S1, E25 Slow down the pace and reconnect with friends and family with a visit to Lakeside Chautauqua, located on the Marblehead Peninsula in Shores & Islands Ohio. Today, Jill and Dayton chat about the heart of the summer season and the amazing events happening all around the region. Then, Gretchen Colón, Vice President of Advancement & Marketing f…
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The Shore Line presents: IRONMAN 70.3 comes to Ohio’s north coast
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S1, E24 We’re just a little under a month away from the IRONMAN 70.3 Ohio race, in it’s third year in Sandusky. Joining Jill and Dayton on this episode are Ben Simon, Shores & Islands Ohio Director of Marketing and Sales and IRONMAN-athlete-in-training. Ben tells us about the “Shores & Islands Idols” relay team which he is anchoring with his swim a…
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The Shore Line - SolSTAY Lodging- Sandusky, Ohio
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S1, E23 Ever thought of floating the night away on Lake Erie? If your idea of camping involves air conditioning and a comfy mattress, then glamping with SolSTAY Lodging in Sandusky is for you! Today Dayton and Jill chat with local entrepreneur Joe Lisa, proprietor of SolSTAY, about this super-unique getaway concept which includes not only cottages,…
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The Shore Line presents: Ohio’s Island Wine Festival and a historic island winery.
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S1, E22 We’re talking wine again and this time we talk to the winemaker and fifth-generation owner of Ohio’s oldest family-owned-and-operated winery, Heineman’s Winery at Put-in-Bay! We are also joined by the Executive Director of the Ohio Wine Producers Association to learn why this region is so special for wine production and talk about Ohio Wine…
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The Shore Line presents: Influencer Impressions of Shores & Islands Ohio
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S1, E21 Join us as we host more than 40 media guests at our second annual Shores & Islands Ohio Media Marketplace! Each year during National Travel & Tourism Week, we host a marketplace where the exhibitors are area attractions, destinations, and businesses who are showcasing their venues to travel writers and online content creators in hopes of se…
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The Shore Line presents: Art & Sculpture on Kelleys Island
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S1, E20 Back to the islands this week, but this time we adventure to Kelleys Island – Ohio’s largest island and we get a little cultured. Did you know there is an amazing artist who has a gallery and sculpture garden right on the island? The perfect place for a quiet walk, some introspection, and art appreciation. Jill and Dayton interview Carmen S…
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The Shore Line presents: An African Safari and a Dinosaur Takeover in Ohio
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S1, E19 Did you know you could go on an African Safari right here in Ohio? Happy #NationalTraveland TourismWeek from Shores & Islands Ohio - Jill and Dayton first chat a bit about the events and themed-days planned in commemoration of this industry-wide celebration. Then, we talk to Kelsey Keller, the Director of Port Clinton’s African Safari Wildl…
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The Shore Line presents: Islands in Ohio? Talking about visiting Put-in-Bay on South Bass Island
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S1, E18 After all, it is right in our name. Some of the best communities we get to promote are in the middle of beautiful Lake Erie and you have to take a boat or a plane to get there! As the weather has begun warming up in northern Ohio, it’s officially Island Season! What does that mean? It means it’s time to visit Put-in-Bay for a day (or longer…
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The Shore Line presents: Tourism Development and Funding through Grants with Shores & Islands Ohio
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S1, E17 Tourism development is robust in Shores & Islands Ohio! Each year, a number of Destination Development Grants help support projects big and small throughout the region. Shores & Islands Ohio Destination Development & Experience Director, Amanda Smith Rasnick, joins Jill and Dayton on the podcast to talk about the grant program for businesse…
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The Shore Line presents: Talking Tourism with Shores & Islands Ohio President Larry Fletcher
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S1 E16 Coming off the 2024 Shores & Islands Ohio annual meeting, organization President Larry Fletcher joins the podcast to talk about all of the amazing accomplishments for the tourism industry and the region in 2023, as well as some highlights from this event. We learn how a dream of being on the radio and playing rock-and-roll translates into a …
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The Shore Line presents: Fishing on Lake Erie with ODNR Division of Wildlife
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S1, E15 This is no fish tale…today we’re talking about great catches available this season on Lake Erie and why the Shores & Islands Ohio region is the best place to enjoy this fun activity. We are the “Walleye Capital of the World,” after all! First, hosts Jill and Dayton chat about getting ready for the spring and summer seasons and previous fish…
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The Shore Line presents: Birding in Northwest Ohio with Kim and Kenn Kaufman
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S1 E14 Tweet, tweet…a little birdie told us we’re getting ready for a major birding festival! The Biggest Week in American Birding flies into the Shores & Islands Ohio region May 3-12, 2024 and festival co-founder Kimberly Kaufman of the Black Swamp Bird Observatory joins us to talk all about it. Also joining the conversation is her husband, renown…
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The Shore Line presents: Finding Festivals with Haylie Robinson
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S1 E13 As we get ready for the summer season, hosts Jill and Dayton chat about what it takes behind-the-scenes to plan for seasonal content promotion. A lot of that planning includes looking at upcoming local festivals and events, which brings us to our guest on this episode – the host, creator, and independent producer of the PBS program, Finding …
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The Shore Line presents: Firelands Adventure Tours
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S1, E12 Join us for an immersive experience, as we learn all about one of Shores & Islands Ohio’s most educational AND entertaining opportunities. In this episode, Jill and Dayton talk to Dick Ries, one of the owners of Firelands Adventure Tours. What brought these small business owners to Sandusky and how did their first venture Segway (misspellin…
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The Shore Line presents: Schedel Gardens & Arboretum
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S1, E11 Spring is in the air! Dayton and Jill have both been out and about as much as possible recently, taking advantage of warmer weather and sunshine. And, we are looking forward to even brighter days ahead! With the beginning of spring season upon us, in this episode we visit with Veronica Sheets, the Event and Development Coordinator for Sched…
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The Shore Line presents: Total Solar Eclipse with Sidney Frohman Planetarium
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S1 E10 A totally stellar event is coming soon to Shores & Islands Ohio…a total solar eclipse. On April 8, 2024, the moon will completely block out the sun for a rare celestial event. Due to our global position directly in the path of totality, the communities in and around Shores & Islands Ohio will enjoy incredible, unobstructed viewing times of a…
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The Shore Line presents: Sandusky State Theatre
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S1, E9 Join us as we raise the curtain once again at the iconic Sandusky State Theatre! A local cultural institution, hear from Executive Director Chris Parthemore about the history of the theatre opened in 1928 and some of the famous faces that have graced its stage. Then, learn about the last production to play just before the world shut down for…
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The Shore Line presents: Sandusky Restaurant Week
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S1, E8 Foodies rejoice! Join Jill and Dayton on a culinary adventure, as we get ready for Sandusky Restaurant Week, March 4-10, 2024. Hear all about the special deals, discounts, and creative new menu items being offered by an awesome mix of classic local spots and new dining delights! Destination Sandusky Director, McKenzie Spriggs joins us to tal…
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The Shore Line presents: Ørchard on Catawba Island
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S1, E7 In this episode, we head to Ørchard on Catawba Island…and, no we aren’t picking apples, but we are enjoying some delicious and unique local dining! Don’t sleep on the hot honey and pepperoni pizza! Joining us on the podcast is Hannah Vlk, Brand Manager for the Ørchard who tells us all about this dining destination’s three venues – Ørchard Ba…
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S1, E6 The Shore Line presents: Put-in-Bay in the Winter with Miller Ferries Yes, there are islands in Ohio! And, yes, people live on them year-round. On this episode Jill and Dayton chat with Put-in-Bay island native, David Bianchi, a Captain and Chief Engineer with Miller Ferries to Put-in-Bay and Middle Bass Island. David loves his community and…
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The Shore Line presents: Cedar Point Sports Center
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S1, E5 The Shore Line presents: Cedar Point Sports Center Did you know that thousands of athletes and their families visit Shores & Islands Ohio each year to participate in a number of both indoor and outdoor sports tournaments? One of the most-loved venues in the region is the Cedar Point Sports Center. Jill and Dayton are joined by Shores & Islan…
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The Shore Line presents: Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
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S1, E4 The Shore Line presents: Kalahari Resorts & Conventions This week, Jill and Dayton get the inside scoop on everything Kalahari Resorts & Conventions. First, they catch up on finding some hidden gems and fun things to do in the winter season in Shores & Islands Ohio. Then, Kalahari spokesperson Destini Smith joins the podcast to tell us why K…
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The Shore Line presents: Great Wolf Lodge
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S1, E3 The Shore Line presents: Great Wolf Lodge Join host Jill Bauer this week as she chats with Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky General Manager, Ryan Greaves. Ryan has been on the resort team for a year and a half, has worked in the hospitality space for over 20 years, and is passionate about enhancing guest experiences. The Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky r…
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S1, E2 The Shore Line presents: Castaway Bay On this week’s podcast, Jill and Dayton talk dining local as part of an upcoming social media campaign. Then, the two are joined by Castaway Bay General Manager, Melissa McClure, and Cedar Point Director of Communications, Tony Clark, to talk about the Sandusky-based, Caribbean-themed Castaway Bay indoor…
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S1, E1 Welcome to The Shore Line The introductory episode of The Shore Line Podcast, hosts Jill Bauer and Dayton Barnett introduce themselves and the Shores & Islands Ohio organization. Shores & Islands Ohio is a Midwest vacation destination and this podcast aims to offer behind the scenes views and interviews, local insider tips, and informative d…
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Episode 17 - General Election Special: Part 6
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Hosted by Alex Sexton, Communications Manager, Sport and Recreation Alliance (@Alexx_Sexxton). The Brexit is back! The Alliance's Parliamentary Policy Officer, Ryan McCullough (@RyMcCullough21) joins us one final time to look back at the General Election and how we will be helping the sector to move forward with the new Conservative government. We …
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Hosted by Alex Sexton, Communications Manager, Sport and Recreation Alliance (@Alexx_Sexxton). With BBC Sports Personality of the Year celebrating our wonderful volunteers this weekend, we take a look at why these unsung heroes are so important across the sport and recreation sector. We are joined by Sarah Webber, Outdoor and Adventure Project Co-o…
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Episode 15 - General Election Special: Part 5
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Hosted by Alex Sexton, Communications Manager, Sport and Recreation Alliance (@Alexx_Sexxton). It is polling day for the 2019 general election! The Alliance's Parliamentary Policy Officer, Ryan McCullough (@RyMcCullough21) recaps what could lie ahead once the votes have been counted and recaps what was in each of the three major political parties m…
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Episode 14 - General Election Special: Part 4
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Hosted by Alex Sexton, Communications Manager, Sport and Recreation Alliance (@Alexx_Sexxton). This episode was recorded live at the Kia Oval following the general election hustings event on 4 December. We are joined by the Alliance's Parliamentary Policy Officer, Ryan McCullough (@RyMcCullough21) to review what was discussed as the physical activi…
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Episode 13 - General Election Special: Part 3
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Hosted by Alex Sexton, Communications Manager, Sport and Recreation Alliance (@Alexx_Sexxton). This episode continues our series of special weekly general election updates from the Alliance's Parliamentary Policy Officer, Ryan McCullough (@RyMcCullough21). We analyse the manifestos of the Conservatives and Labour Party, take a look at the latest po…
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Episode 12 - General Election Special: Part 2
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Hosted by Alex Sexton, Communications Manager, Sport and Recreation Alliance (@Alexx_Sexxton). This episode continues our series of special weekly general election updates from the Alliance's Parliamentary Policy Officer, Ryan McCullough (@RyMcCullough21). We sit down to discuss the launch of each Election manifesto from the Liberal Democrats and t…
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Episode 11 - General Election Special: Part 1
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Hosted by Alex Sexton, Communications Manager, Sport and Recreation Alliance (@Alexx_Sexxton). This episode starts a series of special weekly updates from the Alliance's Parliamentary Policy Officer, Ryan McCullough (@RyMcCullough21). We sit down to discuss the launch of the Sport and Recreation Alliance's General Election Manifesto, how cross-part…
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