The Advocate Podcast – Stories from Kawartha Lakes

EPISODE #21 - Looking for Heather found! Hainers light it up. Food bank’s front line. Gingerbread art. Church service on screen.

Every Christmas for 10 years, Steve and Penny Hainer have lit up their home for all to see – with more than 1000 bulbs and a lot of music! The front line of a food bank is rewarding – but can also be stressful, especially now, explains Amelia Boyd. Part architecture. Part baking. Part Art. And a scale gingerbread model of downtown Caygeon is ALL spectacular. Live streaming isn’t realistic for everyone in rural Kawartha Lakes. So United Church student minister Kevin Fitzpatrick is adapting - by adopting technology - for his congregations this Christmas.

Jeff Gutteridge, one half of Lindsay-based musical duo Looking for Heather, let us find him – and join him for coffee and conversation at Boiling Over. And some great music.

Wards of Wisdom #5 – Rules on masks

Hard to fathom there was a time when masks were not required.
But that time did, indeed, exist. But when masks did become
mandatory in public and retail spaces, the rule’s details were often
murky. Lawyer Jason Ward, however, was there to help us wade
through those details. The insight he offered back in the summer of
2020 and Episode 12, is still very much relevant today.

EPISODE #20 - Downeyville’s dozen. Bowling business wisdom. Realtors mask up –and more. Fenelon poetry. Looking for Heather music.

Not your average all-male calendar: 12 fellas from Downeyville pose for their church hall’s fundraiser. Photographer Ashley O’Neill tells us just how NOT average that assignment was. When Lindsay’s Strike Point bowling alley faced pandemic restrictions not longer after investing in some major renos, it “pivoted” to the challenge – with, among other marketing strategies, pizza. Real estate agents are excited about the booming market in Kawartha Lakes – which means they’re going through lots of masks, sanitizer, wipes…..realtor Brad Bird explains how that job has changed.  Hey, Fenelon is so much more than just spectacular falls. Might poetry – and its poets – soon share that spotlight? And some great music by Lindsay's Looking for Heather. 

EPISODE #19 - The other great one-DWAYNE Gretzky. Covid testers a special group.

Way more than just a tribute act - Dwayne Gretzky front man Tyler Kyte’s roots are in Downeyville/Dunsford. But his 10-piece band is loved everywhere. Two of the RMH’s covid testers explain why – and how - they love this 2020 job. Pierre Chartier waxes about the virtues of solo cycling. Kids, their parents and the stress of the pandemic - the CMHA’s Jack Veitch offers advice on how to work together to negotiate it. Need tips on how to hunt this year? We got a playful top 5 for ya.

EPISODE #18 - Axe tossin’. Teacher Teacher. Jury Duty. Worm advice for tolerating construction.

Sometimes ya just have to throw something sharp at a wall – and hope it sticks. Carlo from the Lindsay Axe Club shows Denis how it’s done – and why. Teacher Bew tells us what the front of the class is like during Covid. Jury duty is inching back to courtroom. Lawyer Monique Meloche explains what that REALLY means.

EPISODE #17 - Distant rules. Puck drop – again. Skip’s story. Ballyduff bonanza. Big new word. TW’s tune.

Wave Part 2 brings stringent distancing rules. Sgt Murtha of the KLPS explains it’s as much about education as enforcement. Rec hockey is back. But be prepared for changes – including changing in the parking lot. The Ballyduff Trail is like walking inside a page from The Hobbit – the nice parts, minus Smaug and Azog.

Paul Skipworth skips nothing when sharing his rich and long and beloved relationship with The Academy Theatre.

Our library’s Lyndsay Bowen is back with a new word – and some good news. Hint: no need to pull out that wallet, eh. He’s a great columnist AND a great musician. A new/old tune by Trevor Hutchinson

BONUS EPISODE - Tables Turned

In an interesting role-reversal, the interviewer becomes the interviewee.  Singer/songwriter Marc Novoselec and his music are featured in Episode #13. And he requested a return visit. But this time, Marc wanted to ask the questions. So sit back as Marc chats with Advocate Podcast host/producer Denis Grignon about his other gig - Professional standup comedian. Or is that standup comic? Listen, and find out. Brought to you by Wards Lawyers.

Wards of Wisdom #4 - Power of Attorney Health Care

It’s a difficult decision:  choosing who you want to be your power of attorney for health care. But equally difficult: deciding if you want the responsibility that comes with accepting that role.

 

Broghan Dean, with Wards Lawyers, specializes in wills and estate planning. In July 2020 and Episode 10 of the Advocate Podcast, she explains those responsibilities – for both parties.

EPISODE #16 - School’s in – but so different. Homelessness uncovered. Craig plays outside. Taco time. Where’d the cukes go?

Jeanne Truax is glad to be back at the books. But the adjustments for high schoolers do come with, well, adjustments. A Place Called Home is serving more clients – in local motels. But that doesn’t mean there are more homeless people. Craig Schroter wasn’t going to let Covid prevent him from bringing music to long-term care residents. So, Craig got creative – safely. Luis Segura makes great music with his band Los Poetas. But he also makes a kick-#$%! taco!  Didn’t grow the bushels of cucumbers you thought you would? You’re not alone.

Wards of Wisdom #3 - Child custody during a pandemic

Shared child custody can – and often is – demanding.

During Covid, even more so.

Ryan O’Neill, with Wards Lawyers, specializes in Family Law. In May 2020 and Episode 8 of the Advocate Podcast, Ryan discusses the legal implications of child custody during a unique time.