Lydia's Lunch Bunch

Maine Nordiques forward Hutch Rose and his billet dad Dicky Robert talk about their season together and look forward to a strong playoff run. Dicky shares some stories and advice for potential billet families and Hutch looks back on a season full of great memories and camaraderie.

Red Maple Audiology's Dr. Ashlee Vandiver and audiology assistant Katie Somers chat about Maine's premier provider of hearing & speech health services. The independent practice specializes in all aspects of hearing healthcare, and pediatric speech and language assessments, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

207 Undercoating co-owners Tommy Giggey and Sam Chamberlain join the pod to talk about their leap into entrepreneurship and their business, which provides rust protection services at your door. Save time and money by having your vehicle undercoated when and where it’s most convenient for you!

Roopers Beverage and Redemption Tasting Tales is back! Mark, Sara, and Pam sample some Wild Maine Tequila Seltzer-Lime and it's sooooo good! Visit your local Roopers and score a 4-pack for only $10.99! Plus, the gang talks coffee, head-shaving, and Artemis II's malfunctioning toilet!

Brian Doyon and Pat Penley stop by to talk about the Kora Shrine Outdoor Expo happening April 11-12 in Lewiston! The event will include free admission, vendor booths, a Youth Hunter Safety Course, and educational seminars/presentations throughout the weekend! Plus, the “Bangs for Your Bucks” live raffle & auction (ticketed event).

Woman's Literary Union of Androscoggin County President Kathy Lawrence and Vice President Stefanie Damien join Mark and Pam to talk about the WLU's mission and preservation of Foss Mansion. They also share details on some upcoming events including the Prom Gown Giveaway (April 4), the Pastries & Porcelain A Spring Tea (May 9) and the annual Garage Sale on June 20!

Sara recaps her murder mystery performance, and provides an update on her Equinox Detox. She also reveals her love for queso and convinces an old man to help her with trivia night.

Singer/songwriter/musician Chuck Durang joins Mark and Jacey to talk about a career that has spanned over six decades. He also shares an update following his Maine's Got Talent audition, and plays a few songs for us, live in studio!

290 Maine Street owner Ryan Ricci joins Mark and Jacey to talk about the best pub in Norway, featuring weekly food and drink specials as well as live music and events! He shares some aspects of 290's success, including a spot on Good Morning America, and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs!

Mark thinks baseball's Opening Day should be a national holiday, Sara recently began her Equinox Detox (no caffeine, sugar, alcohol, etc...), and tells the story of how she once found housing in Boston by petsitting a turtle named Lester :)

Maine author Jennifer Braunfels joins Mark and Pam to talk about her first novel, "Everything You Love Ends Up in a Yard Sale" which will be released on May 5! Jennifer talks about the inspiration, characters, and process of publishing the book, which was literally a dream come true. Don’t miss the celebration launch on May 13 from 6-8pm at Edward Little High School!

Sara's very excited about her new frog (not the ribbit, ribbit kind). Mark and Sara learn about zarfs, nurdles, and snoods. And Sara discovers that a bunch of movies in her top-ten list are among the greatest films ever to grace the silver screen :)

East Auburn Pools and Services owner Bryan Shaw has been in the swimming pool industry since he was 17-years-old. He joins Mark and Sara to talk about seasonal openings, above-ground and in-ground pools, hot tubs, maintenance, equipment upgrades and more!

Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce Executive Director John Williams joins Mark and Jacey to talk about the Oxford Hills Home Show happening April 24-26 featuring major local builders including Turn Key Homes, Twin Town Homes, and Alternative Modular Homes. The event officially kicks off with a Business After Hours on April 23. Plus, we learn about John’s prowess on the baseball diamond!

Lydia Media owner and LA Metro Magazine publisher Pam Ashby joins Mark and Sara to preview the magazine's spring issue, which will be delivered next week! The Home & Garden Edition features stories on kitchen and bath design, swimming pools, home maintenance, water quality, home organization, and more!

In the last two years, Camden Paquin has raised over $10,000 to support Mission Working Dogs, an organization that trains service and therapy dogs to help people with disabilities live with more independence and fulfillment. The fundraising started with a lemonade stand he built with his grandfather, a U.S. Navy veteran. This year, 10-year-old Cam has organized a June 20 golf scramble at Apple Val...

The Auburn Exchange Club's Mike Mathieu, John Horton, and Tim Rucker join Mark and Sara to share details about their biggest fundraiser, the 48th Annual Twin City Gun & Sportsmen Show, happening March 28-29 at the Lewiston Armory! They also talk about the Club's commitment to family, community, and country.

Lost Valley owner Scott Shanaman, general manager John Herrick, and marketing manager Travis Dow take a look back at one of the most successful season's in Lost Valley's 65 year history. Scott shares some details about purchasing the resort 10 years ago and they talk about the upcoming end-of-season Beach Bash on March 29, which includes plenty of fun and wild events for the whole family!

Bonney Staffing Chief Revenue Officer, Tracey Dorr, and Business Development Manager, Jennifer Billings, talk about Bonney's mission of connecting a wide range of job seekers with employers looking for help with temporary and permanent positions. Bonney specializes in many areas of recruitment for jobs in administration/clerical, customer service, human resources, medical office, legal office, war...

Mark and Sara take the show on the road to Schooner Estates for the Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce’s Brewing Connections! They chat with Member Moments presenters Barbara Lovejoy of Elevator Evolution, Mike Truchon of PromoBerries, Patricia Law of the University of Southern Maine, and Farmer Keena of Little Ridge Farm!

Auburn Exchange Club District President and Pelletier's Karate Academy owner Sadie Landry stops by to talk about the club's "Paint the Cities Blue" initiative to raise awareness for Child Abuse Prevention. Lewiston-Auburn business are encouraged to show support by turning their storefronts blue with free window kits!

Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Shanna Cox talks about some upcoming events, including the B2B Trade Show. As she prepares to leave her post, she reflects on her last six years leading the Chamber and looks ahead to an exciting new chapter!

Mystery for Hire working manager Greg Simpson and Sara talk about “Murder at the Marquee”, an interactive murder mystery theater event on Friday, March 27 at the Franco Center in Lewiston. It's an updated version of their Hollywood award show with some new performers and some of your long time favorites! Plus, Greg, the world's biggest M*A*S*H fan, tells an unforgettable story of how he met Lorett...

DeBlois Electric President Steve Morin and Project Controller Stacey Fournier join Mark and Sara to talk about company culture, community involvement, career advancement, working for an employee-owned company, and much more. We also learn where Stacey would go if she had teleportation powers and why Steve would turn down skybox seats at the big game!

Sara dishes on her Florida adventure, from chilly temps to 60 furry felines and a disastrous whoopie pie encounter. Plus, she and Mark reveal their magician personas that are guaranteed to leave you underwhelmed :)