Ben Robitaille & Richard Thompson

The Open House

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The Open House is where real stories about business and life get told. Hosted by Ben Robitaille, a real estate agent in Midland, Ontario, and Richard Thompson, a local mortgage broker, the show pulls back the curtain on what entrepreneurship is really like. Each episode, we sit down with entrepreneurs from every corner of the community to hear their journeys — the wins that felt amazing, the challenges that nearly broke them, and the lessons they’ve picked up along the way. Our goal is to demystify entrepreneurship, showing that behind every success story are late nights, big risks, and plenty...

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Ben Robitaille & Richard Thompson

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Don't You (Forget About Me) - Amber Venner (SheComesFirst) 09.12.2025 1:20:18

In this episode we take a deep dive into middle age, perimenopause and the silent emotional load that women often carry. Join us as we open our minds on how to be continue to be better partners as we move into different stages of life, and... how to have more S*X! The learn more give the wonderful Amber a follow on instagram: @shecomesfirst.av You can also follow your hosts: @benrobitaillerealtor...

Hotel Motel Holiday Inn - Mercedes Gidge 02.12.2025 1:09:21

In this episode of The OpenHouse Podcast, hosts Ben Robitaille and Richard Thompson sit down with Mercedes Gidge, a passionate advocate for financial literacy and a key team member at Junior Achievement. Mercedes pulls back the curtain on how Junior Achievement empowers students across the province by bringing real-world financial education directly into classrooms. From budgeting and saving to en...

Run The World (Girls) - Jess Radecki & Courtney Corfield 25.11.2025 1:16:20

Meet Jessica Radecki and Courtney Corfield — the duo behind Elle Social, where business growth meets unapologetic creativity. From cluttered feeds to strategic content machines, they’ve helped countless founders turn social from an afterthought into a growth engine. This chat peels back the curtain on how they built Elle Social, the exact blueprint they use for clients, and the mindset shift that...

Pump Up The Jam - Jamie & D (The Pulse) 19.11.2025 1:08:18

Welcome back to The Open House, the show where real conversations meet real life and we somehow manage to learn something between laughs. In this episode, Ben Robitaille and Richard Thompson sit down with J and D from The Pulse Nutrition in Penetanguishene, two absolute pros when it comes to building healthier habits without the overwhelm. We talk about what inspired them to launch Pulse, the real...

Show Me The Money - Shannon Mortson 11.11.2025 1:07:49

In this episode of The Open House , hosts Ben Robitaille and Richard Thompson sit down with Shannon Mortson , a financial planner and insurance professional with World Financial Group . Shannon shares her journey into the financial world, her passion for helping families achieve long-term security, and the practical steps anyone can take to build a stronger financial foundation. From understanding...

You Raise Me Up (for charity) - Sharelle McArthur & Chrissy Wood 03.11.2025 1:06:54

Every episode, Ben and Richard sit down with entrepreneurs to talk about what broke them, what built them, and what keeps them going while balancing real life. In this episode, Sharelle McArthur and Chrissy Wood share how their friendship and determination helped raise over $360,000 to buy an airboat for a Southern Georgian Bay fire department. Along the way, we talk community, theatre, parenting,...