Lydia's Lunch Bunch

Roopers Beverage and Redemption Marketing Manager Jennifer Grace joins Mark and Sara to talk about her part in taking Roopers' media and marketing to new heights. She also shares her passion for portrait photography and writing!

The Lunch Bunch takes the show on the road for a terrifyingly good time at Wallingford's Nightmare on the Ridge! We chat with scary clowns Punx and Blaze, Jeff the Spookmeister, attendees, and more! Take a listen - if you dare.

The gang bumps up Roopers Beverage and Redemption Tasting Tales one day to sample 19 Crimes Hard Chard "The Mummy" before visiting Wallingford's Nightmare on the Ridge! Snoop Dogg's wine label is legit, as evidenced by the empty bottle at the end of the show :) Plus, Sara recaps Taste the Harvest!

Writer, director, and music director Paul Caron joins Mark and Sara to talk about L/A Community Little Theatre's "A New Home", which opens Oct. 30. The musical production that tells the rich and complex history of Lewiston and similar parts of the world where contributions of immigrant communities helped to shape a city’s identity and culture. Stay tuned at the end as we share a recording of Paul'...

Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Shanna Cox joins Mark and Sara to talk Taste the Harvest - a lively street festival that brings our community together to celebrate all things local, fresh, and flavorful! Also, voting is open for Uplift LA's Finest Under 40, which recognizes rising professionals committed to the betterment of our communities.

McLaughlin Garden horticulturist Corey Kotfila joins Mark and Pam to talk about the variety of fun and educational events at the South Paris-based Garden, which is home to one of the largest collections of lilacs in New England. He also shares details about the prehistoric themed Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular happening Thursday through Saturday (Oct. 16-18)!

It's a Roopers Beverage and Redemption Tasting Tales Friday! Mark and Sara welcome Mr. Out & About Tim Rucker and Lydia Media's Jessica Gendron Labbe into the studio to sample some Buzz Ballz Biggies Pumpkin flavor! They talk tipping, Smarties, grass, and Positive Pickles :)

Mark and Sara take the show on the road to the Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce Breakfast at the Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch. They chat with new Chamber members Michelle Davis and Dr. Quintin Minni of Davis Chiropractic, Elsa McGary of Milestones Federal Credit Union, and Dave Perlman of Horizon Visual Media!

October is Employee Ownership Month! DeBlois Electric Vice President of Operations Steve Morin joins Mark and Sara to talk about working for a company that offers an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The employee benefit plan gives workers ownership interest in the company in the form of shares of stock.

Horizon Visual Media Founder and Creative Director Dave Perlman talks about his latest project - a commercial for "Among Us", the latest collaboration between Roopers Beverage and Redemption and Baxter Brewing. He also shares some behind the scenes stories and takes part in a hilarious Three (or Five) Random Questions!

Sara tours The Big Apple, performs stand-up comedy in SoHo, and runs the anchor leg for her Maine Marathon relay team! Meanwhile, Mark is drowning in drywall mud.

It's a Roopers Beverage & Redemption Tasting Tales Friday! The gang samples some of Erin Dunn-Kimball's International Podcast Day gifts including Cardi B's Whip Shots, Dr. McGillicuddy's Apple Pie Liqueur, and some actual apple pie! And it looks like we're going to Wallingford's Nightmare on the Ridge!

The Lunch Bunch takes the show on the road to the final Art Walk L/A of 2025!

Maine Nordiques forward Hutch Rose and defenseman Aslan Zhussupbekov talk about a great start to the season and a tough weekend ahead against their arch-rival, the Maryland Black Bears. Hutch shares how his game is inspired by the LA community, Aslan talks about playing 5,600 miles from his home in Kazakhstan, and both players pick their favorite superheroes. Their answers may surprise you.

LVCP Snow Ball organizers Melissa Gagnon and Karly Eretzian join Lost Valley general manager John Herrick and racers Stella, Maggie, and Libby to talk about the Nov. 15 Snow Ball at Lost Valley! It's a night of elegance, entertainment, and fundraising for the Lost Valley Competition Program which partners with five community youth programs and provides ski coaching to over 130 kids!

Sturdy Hardware's Tyler & Ashton Sturtevant talk about their wide variety of products, supplies, and rental equipment. They also share the added value of shopping in a local, family-owned store, and how customers become family.

It's a Roopers Beverage and Redemption Tasting Tales Friday! The gang cracks open Definitive Brewing's Oktoberfest and hilarity(?) ensues. Plus, pre-International Podcast Day gifts from Community Credit Union and riveting oyster discussion!

Drug and alcohol rehab counselor turned bookkeeper David Worthington shares his story which includes over 25 years of assisting small business with their bookkeeping. David takes great pride in providing accurate books and exceptional customer service. Worthy Bookkeeping handles your finances, so you can focus on growing your business.

Audiologist and owner of Central Maine Audiology owner Dr. Bryce Cropper talks about common causes of hearing loss, how neglected hearing loss could increase the risk of dementia, technological advances in audiology, and much more.

Community Credit Union's Chief Marketing Officer, Betsy Sibley, and Marketing Specialist, Erin Dunn-Kimball, talk about CCU's community involvement, including Gear Up Give Back to help Teachers, Free Homeownership Classes, Credit Union Kindness Day, International Credit Union Day, the $100,000 Challenge Month, and the Bridges Out of Poverty Class.

Dirigo Federal Credit Union's Valerie Moody and Marcello Marciuliano talk about Dirigo's variety of services, assisting individual members and small businesses with their financial needs, and their connection to our community. You'll also never think of carrots and hot dogs in the same way again :)

It's a Roopers Beverage & Redemption Tasting Tales Friday! The gang samples some Downeast Cider Donut (Spoiler alert: It's as good as it sounds) and talks about Thursday night's GAHS Golden Paw Awards show and some normal things that can seem pretty darn creepy.

Schiavi Group Vice President, Anna Cyr, and Coastline Homes Of Oxford Sales Manager, Shannon White, talk about a merger between the two companies, going back to their roots, and rebranding as Schiavi Homes. They share information on modular and mobile homes and why one - or both - may be a great fit for you!

Maine Nordiques head coach/general manager Nick Skerlick joins Mark and Sara to talk about a great start to the season, navigating through the toughest summer of his life, and a fresh start at Norway Savings Bank Arena in Auburn. Catch the Nords' home opening weekend, Friday and Saturday, as they face off against the New Jersey Titans!

Lewiston-Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Shanna Cox shares information on Finest Under 40, Taste the Harvest, Business Lab Series, and how she’d deal with having a pumpkin for a head :)