To North Bay With Love

Bobby Ray talks about a local initiative he launched in 2019 called #FiftyTwoCoffees. The initiative matches people up to meet and get to know each other over a cup of coffee throughout the year. Lisa thought she read the name wrong and shares what she actually thought it was called with producer Ben. Who then shares a funny story that happened while working at the movie theater. Ben talks about h...

The Echo team goes on a road trip up to Airport to do a special on site episode featuring North Bay’s own 22 Wing Band. Lisa is joined by Conductor Scott Barons, Chip Kean, Colleen Wilhelm and Pat & Linda McCarthy. In a series of 4 interviews interwoven together, we learn about what music means to these fine musicians and the joy they get out of playing. Lisa is joined by Colleen Wilhelm 2:10...

Katie Bevan from the F.A.R.M. boutique is in the studio. She tells us how shopping locally can not just save you money in the long run but can help reduce your carbon footprint. Have you ever brought your own straw to a restaurant before? Lisa does all the time and she talks with producer Ben about the daily life of no plastic bags and using paper straws. Lisa and Ben talk about plastic bags and p...

Lisa is joined by local Nipissing Lakers hockey player Malory Dominico who started the Young Leader Legacy Foundation. Malory is helping raise money for kids to play sports to honour her friends who tragically lost their lives at a young age. Lisa is also joined by Chip who dropped by the studio to discuss his time working in the now decommissioned underground military complex and how it was the s...

Lisa is joined by Toronto radio legend and co-founder of Story Studio Network Dave Trafford. They talk about Dave’s local ties to North Bay, his 40 year broadcasting career and the time he got to go to London to cover the royal wedding of William and Kate. Lisa also talks about what ticks her off on the road but she swears she is not an aggressive driver… just assertive. Lisa talks about North Bay...

In this special episode of To North Bay With Love, Lisa is joined by Col. Richard Jollette to talk about Remembrance Day. They discuss the importance of this day to honour the sacrifices of the men and women who protect our country and those who fell in service. The importance of Remembrance Day 4:0 0 The family aspect of the military 8:30 We remember those that have fallen 15:40 The Colonel’s mil...

Lisa is joined in the studio by Roy Slack and Mark Wagner from the Canadian Institute of Mining. The trio talk about the impact mining has had on Northern Ontario and the opportunities for young adults to begin a lucrative and fulfilling career. Mark also explains the Mining Matters program that helps educate kids in elementary schools and the Mining Opportunity Challenge that focuses on high scho...

Lisa is joined in the studio by Seth Compton from Outloud North Bay. The two talk about Seth’s involvement in the 2SLGBTQ+ community and how he created Outloud North Bay as a safe space for children to be themselves from all walks of life. Seth also shares his story of transitioning at the age of 43 and the struggles he had growing up. Seth joins the show to talk about Outloud North Bay 2:10 Seth’...

Lisa is joined in the studio by Mike Harrison the owner of New Ontario Brewery. The two talk about how New Ontario Brewery got its start, Oktoberfest and how the tax system has made it hard on breweries to grow their business. Mike Joins the show to talk about craft beer 2:10 Why does Mike love making beer 8:00 The complexities of crafting beer 15:00 Taxes on breweries 19:00 Lisa, Ben and Mike tas...

Lisa is joined in the studio by Sam Harvey who is on a mission to make North Bay into a musical empire with a new project he is calling Nashville of the North. Sam talks about the new festival committee he is creating and how he is working with local people to create spaces for musicians local and abroad to record their music in North Bay. Lisa also shares how she was late to jury selection and al...

Lisa is joined in the studio by Dodger the adorable chocolate lab service dog and his human companion retired veteran Bobbi Springstead as well as Chip Kean owner of Kean’s K-9. They discuss how, through the Citadel program, veterans are able to get service and support dogs to help them with their day to day life, Chip, Bobbi and Dodger join Lisa to talk about Citadel Canine 2:10 Why Citadel is un...

It’s almost Halloween and Lisa is joined by Chip to find out what the scariest movies are accorded to “The Science of Scare” 2023 report. Halloween also means that the local On the Edge Fringe Festival is throwing a fundraiser event Friday October 27th at The Fringe Warehouse Space (150 McIntyre St E). $20 gets you in the door. Lisa sits down with Kelsey Rhul and Kaitlyn Stewart to talk about the...

George Couchie joins Lisa to have an important conversation about the struggles that the Indigenous population have gone through both in the past and still face today in society. George talks about the realities of residential schools and dealing with addiction and how he is trying to help the youth of today find their own path and embrace their culture and who they are. George joins Lisa to talk...

Local actor Maureen Cassidy, known for her role in the early 2000’s as the Campbell Soup mom, joins Lisa to talk about her acting career and how a life altering condition changed her acting career forever. Lisa is also joined by Dave Dale as they discuss the North Bay Ski Hill and the problems it has been facing recently. Lisa and Dave Dale talk about the ski hill 2:10 Marueen Cassidy joins to tal...

Local musician Dave McCallum joins the show to talk about his band Tallpork and rapping in Gaelic. Dave talks about his Scottish heritage and why Gaelic is the perfect language for his music. Dave McCallum will be doing an Irish language workshop at GD2GO part of the Ontario Culture Days on Sunday October 15th from 1pm-3pm. Lisa and Dave Dale talk about their favourite musicians 1:35 Dave McCallum...

Lisa tells her story from earlier this month where she went goat walking and the chaos that ensued. She then is joined in the studio by Amber Livingstone who is the Executive Director of Downtown North Bay and Waterfront. They talk about organizing the Christmas Walk, Amber’s time on the radio, and all the great places and activities that you can check out in the downtown area. Later in the show L...

The streets of North Bay have been quieter this summer with the ongoing actor strike and Lisa chats with local writer and actor Jim Calarco. Jim talks about how the strike has hurt North Bay’s economy and the overall state of the industry. He also talks about his latest film and the awards it has been winning in various film festivals Lisa and Dave, Echo’s Content Director, talk about their favour...

Tim Lowe joins Lisa to discuss his upcoming podcast on the Echo Network that revolves around NDA high school sports. Tim is a former teacher and coach for Algonquin and he talks with Lisa about his excitement and hopes for this new podcast. It’s almost Thanksgiving! Lisa and Dave talk about their upcoming plans and Dave talks briefly about the newest podcast coming to Echo. Lisa and Dave talk abou...

Fran Hanover joins Lisa to discuss her journey with Ancestry.ca, finding her lost family after being adopted at birth and using her biological background to find a hidden medical issue that saved her life. Lisa and Dave talk about their family trees 1:00 Fran joins the show to tell her story 4:30 Fran’s adopted family 8:00 Finding her biological family 11:00 How her background saved her life 24:00...

Andre Raymond, local comedian, joins the show to talk about his involvement with the local Beer League Comedy nights at Lou Dawgs. He tells Lisa about his work growing the North Bay comedy scene and his tips on how to have a successful comedy act. Lisa and Dave, Echo’s Content Director, share their weirdest tests they have had done to them after Lisa had an interesting visit to the hospital. Later...

Hariett Madigan, founder of Clean Green Beautiful North Bay, joins the show to talk about what her team is doing to keep North Bay looking its best! From picking up litter to maintaining the plant life you see around town, Hariett shares her passion for this beautiful city. She also discusses the challenges senior citizens face in today’s society and what she does to stay youthful. Lisa also wants...

Josh Bainbridge better known by his wrestling moniker “Bain” joins Lisa to talk about his experience with Northland Wrestling and how he became a North Bay wrestling icon. Before her confrontation with Bain, Lisa dusts off her wrestling boots to talk with Echo’s Content Director Dave Dale about growing up with wrestling and to find out Dave’s wrestling name thanks to the internet. Lisa and Dave fi...

The 43rd annual Marathon of Hope is this Sunday September 17th and Lisa is joined by Echo’s Content Specialist Dave Dale to discuss the legacy of Terry Fox. The two share stories of how Terry impacted their lives and Lisa tells us a funny story about her uncle and aunt’s interaction during his famous run in 1980. Maggie Horsfield joins Lisa after to talk about being North Bay’s Deputy Mayor, life...

Does Lakeshore Dr need a traffic camera? Lisa talks with Echo’s Content Specialist Dave Dale about a suggestion from a resident to help with speeding. The two also talk about their issues with other drivers on the roads of North Bay Paige Trudeau-Shemilt joins Lisa to talk about Jordan’s Bash For Hope which is happening this Sept 15th and 16th. Paige talks about Jordan, her late husband, and how t...

Welcome to North Bay, Ontario’s favorite podcast - To North Bay With Love! Your local source for community and culture in North Bay and the surrounding region. Tune in every Tuesday and Thursday to explore engaging conversations with our host Lisa Boivin as she welcomes a diverse range of local guests, including actors, politicians, athletes, and community members. Explore more North Bay podcasts...