Babes of Quinte

Have you ever had electrical issues in your house and turned to the school of Youtube to try and fix it yourself, then after the first spark you realized you made a big mistake?  Do not worry, this is where Andrew Curran and Brent Fiorini come in, the co-owners of Brand Electric in Trenton. Combined they have over 20+ years of experience in electrical trade. Since 2021 they have been saving p...

Yona Harvey is the founder of Mabuhay Canada – a one-stop website for Filipino lifestyle news, arts & culture, and more.     Yona’s content has appeared in the Toronto Star, The Globe and Mail, Kingston Whig-Standard, Metroland Media community papers, and many other publications. She has a degree in Mass Communications from the University of the Philippines, and a certificate in Maga...

This episode is what we like to call: A DEBRIEF. Normally our conversations aren’t structured, but ladies, gentlemen and noblefolk, we have an AGENDA.     Please welcome back Tina of XXL Scrunchie. We’re going to talk about the aftermath of being on National TV, a really cute feel-good collaboration, what it’s like being a new dog mom, and of course, what’s next.     Babes of Q...

Our next guest’s path has been anything but linear. And when I say, I mean, she really loves school, tracking moose, birds, and spontaneous entrepreneurship.  She may be a transplant from outside the Quinte area, but she’s currently the co-owner of one of the Bay of Quinte’s most iconic businesses. Babes of Quinte, please welcome Dawn Laing co-owner & certified popcorn tester of the Musta...

Our next guests are to date, two of our most requested. Emma & Annie Woodman are sisters who decided to go into business and founded PEC’s first luxury spa, the Bloomfield Beauty Co.    They offer a range of medical aesthetic and traditional spa services. and yes, we’re talking about Botox, fillers, and even your own blood.  Don’t get it twisted though, these sisters are st...

Sometimes when you see a sailboat cruising off the shores of PEC you make it your life's journey to buy a sailboat, become a sailing instructor, and start an epic sailing school in Prince Edward County.   Since 2021, Evan Logan, has been living the sailing dream and is now helping other people learn to sail on Lake Ontario and even further away in Grenada. Babes of Quinte please welcome...

Sometimes when you mix a power couple with a global pandemic and a passion for health and wellness, you get successful certified Ontario-made health and wellness supplements. Husband and wife team, Elon & Talia, launched Ine+ nutrition in 2020 to redefine the health and wellness space with high-quality ingredients carefully sourced and curated while providing education and support. &...

We made it to 100! We wanted to bring the chaos for episode 100, so naturally we brought back a super special guest. Kelly Scott is the master of waxing and skincare at The Beauty Collective . She is also a murder enthusiast and matches our weirdness. Huge thank you to all our listeners and sponsors who have encouraged us to keep this podcast going! Follow Kelly Scott on Instagram @ kelly_tbc Book...

This is our Mental Health Era with Moss Psychology ! In a World filled with anxiety, uncertainty, and misconceptions, we believe in fostering open conversations about mental health and wellness. Men are less likely to seek out mental health treatment than women and are more likely to die from suicide. Remember men are babes too! Babes of Quinte welcome to the one about Men's Mental Health with Dr....

Sailing has been a way to travel, a sport, and a leisure activity for 1000s of years. Even in Belleville, the yacht club has been around since 1876. However, it took until 2001 for sailing to become accessible to all people. Quinte Sailability is a sailing school for persons with a physical or developmental disability, regardless of age or degree of disability.   Today we will learn abou...

Life is busy this week so we decided to throw it back to Episode 16 "A Block of Cheddar Cheese & A Bottle of Glue" with celebrity chef and hot dog enthusiast Matt DeMille! Matt saved us at the beginning of our podcasting journey when we booked guests 1-2 days before episodes dropped. Throughout the past 98 episodes, we have made amazing connections with people and are lucky enough to call some...

Our next guests care for the fur babies in Quinte that need a little extra love and support. The Humane Society HPE is a community-based shelter with 17 passionate staff of vet techs and administrators. They can’t do it alone, the Humane Society relies on dedicated volunteers to help with animal care, fundraising events, community environment and so much more.   Babes of Quinte, please w...

Welcome to a super special episode, highlighting some wonderful local chefs and makers in Quinte West.   The Quinte West Pop-Ups are going into their 4th year. Some epic vendors are making a return, and some new vendors are making their pop-up debut. The City of Quinte West has been hard at work making sure this year is better than ever with special events and programming! Babes of Quint...

I met our first guest about 16 years ago in Toronto. They were looking for hair models for a competition and well... I had hair.   Ashley Brewsmith opened the Proudest Pony in downtown Toronto in 2010 – a genderless, sustainable salon. Last weekend, the Proudest Pony opened their downtown Picton location and we’re so stoked to have them making our community a little more colourful, inclu...

This is our Mental Health Era with Moss Psychology ! In a World filled with anxiety, uncertainty, and misconceptions, we believe in fostering open conversations about mental health and wellness. May is Women’s Mental Health Awareness Month; this is a time to recognize how vital it is for females to enjoy good mental health. Babes of Quinte welcome to the one about Women’s mental health with Emily...

* TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including sexual assault, rape, and intimate partner violence. Listener discretion is advised as some content may be disturbing. If you or someone you know needs help, please contact the Sexual Assault Centre for Quinte and District's 24/7 Crisis Line toll-free at 1-877-544-6424 or TTY 1-800-268-9242. In 1987, an Emergency H...

Our next guest is what I consider the ‘cat fairy godmother’. What started as a hobby to try and reduce the stray cats in her neighborhood, she’s now helped over 200 cats be spayed, and neutered, and find furever homes for the ones that are adoptable.  Babes of Quinte, please welcome, the Tweed Cat Lady, Brogan Prytuliak founder of Friends & Ferals Cat Rescue.  • Learn more about Frie...

Over the past 90+ episodes, we have enjoyed connecting with passionate entrepreneurs. They work hard to create successful businesses that service our community, but owning a business is a grind and everyone needs support.   The Small Business Centre supports businesses every step of the way. Today we will deep dive into business and learn about all the programs they offer.   Ba...

Please welcome the biggest babe we have ever had on the podcast. Marg Hachey founded Duocom Canada Inc. in 1980 and expanded coast to coast. Chatelaine and Profit Magazine have recognized her as one of the Top 10 of the Top 100 Women Business owners.   She supports women and youth worldwide as a mentor & advisor and is a sought-after keynote speaker. She is a founding member of the W...

This is our Mental Health Era with Moss Psychology ! In a World filled with anxiety, uncertainty, and misconceptions, we believe in fostering open conversations about mental health and wellness. Babes of Quinte welcome to the one about relationship RedFlags with Emily Lopez-Cheff and Regan Veillette Resources: The New Canadian National Crisis phone number: DIAL: 988  The  Hope for Wellne...

Since its opening in Toronto in 2004, The Drake Hotel has not just been a place to stay but a cultural hub, merging art, community, and, of course, exceptional food. In 2012, they brought that signature aesthetic to Prince Edward County with the opening of the Drake Devonshire.    Today we’ll be talking about two of our favourite things: community & food.    Babes of Quinte...

Our next guest is the author of Growing Pains. She wrote the following:  “Have you ever looked at your life one day and thought, “How did I get here?” Maybe you don’t recognize yourself or the life you’re living. You thought by this age or this time you’d be somewhere else. But here you are, and you have so many questions. For me, that time was during the end of my twenties when I was quickly...

We grew up in a generation that was cleansing with “exfoliating beads”, oxy action pads, all the makeup removing wipes, and why moisturize??? The skincare game has changed a lot, and our next guest and her sister have made it their mission to develop hand-crafted natural skincare products.  Shamsa Hassan is the founder of Afiya Beauty . In 2018, she joined forces with her sister to meticulous...

This is our Mental Health Era with Moss Psychology ! In a World filled with anxiety, uncertainty, and misconceptions, we believe in fostering open conversations about mental health and wellness. Babes of Quinte welcome to the one about Mental Health Myths with Dr. Andrew Moss and Dimitri Dionisatos. Resources: The New Canadian National Crisis phone number: DIAL: 988  The  Hope for Wellne...

This episode came to be from a DM in our Instagram inbox that said “if you’re looking for a guest this year, I'd love to chat masculine & feminine energy and how it affects business and live, essentially BDE unwrapped” Babes of Quinte please welcome back to the podcast Dominique McIntyre Vaughan, realtor & CEO of McIntyre Vaughan & Co. • Instagram: @thedommcvaughan • Instagram: @mcinty...