Lydia's Lunch Bunch

Sara drives through the mountains, Pam checks out Portland on Tap, and Mark proposes to a woman at The Public Theatre. The Bunch recaps their weekend, talks condiments, and scores a post-Grammy interview with Mick Jagger(?)

Mark and Pam take a look at some weekend happenings in the Greater L-A area including Art Quilts Maine at LA Arts, Drop-in Preschool Playdates at the Lewiston Public Library, and National Girls & Women in Sports Day at Bates College!

Mark and Sara sample some Roscato Rose Dolce courtesy of our friends at Roopers and things get weird. They discuss Super Bowl tickets, the Andrew Jackson assassination attempt, and Boots the Cat. Plus, Sara debuts her Mick Jagger impression!

Maine Nordiques goalie Nick Hubbard, who earned his first shutout in his first start on Jan. 25, and defenseman Aidan Farro, who scored his first goal of the season on Jan. 24, join the Lunch Bunch to talk about gas station snacks, culinary school, Katy Perry, and more!

An award-winning visual artist, Amy Stacey Curtis is nearly eight years removed from a misdiagnosed brain injury that compromised every facet of her mental and physical wellbeing. Now, she is an inspiration to others and well on the road to recovery, one song at a time.

The Lunch Bunch explores how kids could have more fun playing sports (it involves quiet parents), then they revisit the peregrine falcon story, and Sara invents some new hockey slang!

Mark and Sara sample some Allagash Lager courtesy of our friends at Roopers. Then they take a look at some weekend happenings for Jan. 24-26, including opening weekend for the Public Theatre's Every Brilliant Thing, the BRKFST Dance Company at Bates College, and a big hockey weekend for the Maine Nordiques, Central Maine Community College, and some local high schools!

Greater Androscoggin Humane Society Executive Director Katie Lisnik joins the Lunch Bunch to talk about her bartending debut at "Cocktails for a Cause" tonight (Jan. 23) at Burnt Ends Barbecue. She also covers the Cabin Fever Adoption Event, Dash for Dogs 5K, Pet Wellness Clinics, and more!

No Nords today as the players' car broke down on the way to the studio. Sara recaps her shoe show experience, which included a snowball fight, then comes home to a bed smelling like Fritos.

Aerial Jade Owner/Educator Danielle Hirsh joins the Lunch Bunch to talk about her exciting new partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Auburn-Lewiston, the inaugural New England Aerial Arts Competition (Nov. 1), her path to becoming a leader, and more!

Roopers Beverage and Redemption President Jesse St. Laurent and Valley Beverage's Rick Dugal and Travis Gilmore join the Lunch Bunch with Garage Beer to celebrate our 100th episode and have a fun chat about some exciting plans for Roopers, Travis' BB gun, Rick's experience in a Toughman Contest, and a whole lot more!

Our 100th episode is christened with Baxter's Non-Alcoholic IPA courtesy of our friends at Roopers Beverage and Redemption! We take a look at some fun weekend happenings including live music and comedy, the Midcoast Symphony Orchestra performing in Lewiston and Topsham, and a whole lotta hockey at The Colisee!

Dirigo Risk Management Solutions' Abbe Chabot and Adam Gormely join the Lunch Bunch to talk about their mission of transforming your workplace with training that drives real change. From leadership and de-escalation to active shooter response and team building retreats, Dirigo RMS empowers teams to make mindful changes that have lasting impacts.

Maine Nordiques players Ryan Santiago, Grant Kohnen, and Joe Gasperko join the Lunch Bunch to talk about facing off against first-place Rochester Thursday and Friday (Jan. 16-17) at The Colisee. snacking on the road, rooting for the Sox (Red or White), and Joe's sweet birthday present!

LA Metro Chamber President/CEO Shanna Cox joins the Lunch Bunch to talk about the Business to Business Trade Show, Explore + Discover Guide, and the recent Sun Journal article that caused a bit of a "kerfuffle".

The Lunch Bunch talks about the recent Sun Journal story covering Maine's thriving comedy scene - Then Mark and Sara try to convince Pam to get on stage and give it a try and she seems to be on board!

It's Dry January, so the Lunch Bunch is sampling some Orono Brewing Hop Water courtesy of our friends at Roopers. Our weekend preview includes Potty Mouth Pottery at Moonstone Pottery, Take Home a Baby Plant at the Auburn Public Library, and big weekend of hockey for the NA3 Nordiques!

Sweetser President/CEO Jayne Van Bramer joins the Lunch Bunch to talk about her 30-plus years working in behavioral health, reducing stigma, Sweetser's commitment to helping all Mainers with their mental health needs, the new Lewiston location, and much more.

Wicked Illustrations owner Melanie Therrien joins the Lunch Bunch to share how painting on her parents' walls turned into a career fueled by passion and philanthropy. She wants her public art, which can be seen throughout Lewiston, to be unique and different, much like the city's residents.

Chapman House Administrator Bonnie Iwans joins the Lunch Bunch to talk about the facility for senior women that was founded in 1887. The Chapman House offers a homey atmosphere with an environment of warmth, love, and safety.

The Lunch Bunch takes a look at some fun happenings in the greater L-A area, including live music, karaoke, comedy, and the return of the Maine Nordiques! Plus, some Ins and Outs for 2025.

Thanks to our friends at Roopers, the Lunch Bunch samples some delicious Bota Nighthawk Black Lush Pinot Noir while taking a look at the new LA Metro Magazine Winter 2025 issue! They cover the health and wellness theme and share some goals for 2025 :)

Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, member of multiple touring bands, recording engineer, mastering technician, producer, and LA Metro Magazine's Editorial Director Michael Krapovicky joins the Lunch Bunch to talk about the local music scene and upcoming shows. Then he helps us close out 2024 with four songs performed live & local!

Phoenix No Limits Karate CEO Donna Harris joins the Lunch Bunch to talk about her path to creating her own non-profit and assisting those in need in the L-A community and beyond. Programs and events for 2025 include a fundraising comedy show (March 8), a 5K run/walk (May 11), a six-week Women's Self Defense course, and more. Plus, a special offer for podcast listeners!

The Lunch Bunch samples some delicious and festive 90+ Prosecco while taking a look at some weekend happenings in the greater L-A area for Dec. 27-29. Thanks to our friends at Roopers Beverage and Redemption where you can enjoy 10% off all cases of Prosecco, champagne, and wine for a limited time!