Podcasts about Mount Pearl

There's more room in the Shallaway Youth Choir for singers in the Northeast Avalon region as the choir is setting up a satellite choir in Mount Pearl. The organization also has big plans for next year that will see the choir perform in Europe. Shallaway's artistic director drops by the On The Go studio to share all the plans for the upcoming year. (Krissy Holmes with Kellie Walsh)

The city of mount pearl is proposing a new pilot project that would change the flow of traffic and open up the city centre. The Morning Show's Katherine Crummey met up with Mount Pearl mayor Dave Aker on Centennial Street to see the vision for herself.

Laurenne Schiller, a postdoc research fellow at Dalhousie and Carleton, is the lead author of a study on the damaging effects of drifting fish aggregating devices to catch tuna + Some junior high students use some old-fashioned tools to learn about boat building.

Here's a look behind the curtain of Mount Pearl Senior High's latest production -- Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Cinderella." It opens this Thursday, May 8th, and runs to the 10th. Tickets are available on the Holy Heart Theatre's website.

FFAW president Dwan Street says the grounded container ship near Lark Harbour is a potential environmental disaster + Mike Peach is running for the Animal Protection Party of Canada in the district of Cape Spear.

Whether you're dreaming up your next reno, planning a new home or looking for a job in the homebuilding industry... The Glacier Arena in Mount Pearl is where you want to be this weekend. We get the details on the 2025 Home Show from the executive director of the Canadian Home Builders Association - Newfoundland and Labrador. (Krissy Holmes with Alexis Foster)

Interview with Emily Hepditch, the bestselling award-winning insanely talented author of Alone on the Trail, The Woman in the Attic, and Sweater!Emily Hepditch is an award-winning emerging author from Mount Pearl, Newfoundland. A prolific writer since childhood, Emily's first publication came in 2015 when her short story Lifelike was published by Nelson Education. Emily received her Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from Memorial University in 2020, where she studied linguistics, psychology, and criminology. Primarily she writes psychological thrillers that draw on principles of criminology to comment on contemporary issues in society. When she's not writing novels, Emily is either working on an illustration, running through the park, or hiking the East Coast Trail.Pick up The Woman in the Attic using this link to help the channel https://amzn.to/3ZFvjD6Originally broadcast on February 10, 2025 on CHMR 93.5 FM in St. John's, and on other great stations across the country.  Check out As Loved Our Fathers, the latest book from Write Project host Matthew LeDrew: https://amzn.to/3HB7BABIt's a hunt for the Holy Grail taken on by an American Anthropologist and a Newfoundland History professor that unveils hidden secrets within Newfoundland history! Support the showProduced and recorded at CHMR 93.5 FM in St. John's, Newfoundland. Listen on CHMR online at http://www.chmr.ca/​This program is sponsored by:Engen Books: Checkout Engen titles at http://www.engenbooks.com/​Or sign up for their newsletters at: The Write Project signup for FREE book: http://eepurl.com/c8W9OTEngen Horror Society Signup for FREE book: http://eepurl.com/c8YemrFantasy Files signup for FREE book: http://eepurl.com/c8X4zLEngen's Science-Fiction Newsletter for FREE book: http://eepurl.com/ir5JmgThis recording copyright © 2024 Matthew LeDrew

It's time for the annual Frosty Festival in Mount Pearl. The eleven-day festival features events for all ages, and has been around for over 40 years. We get the inside scoop from Mount Pearl Mayor Dave Aker.

Amateur photographer Stu White is pretty happy these days. He's originally from Stephenville and lives in Mount Pearl, and his photo of a pair of red fox cubs in Bonavista just won him a big prize. Canadian Geographic magazine has judged his picture the best of the year in the "flora, fauna and fungi" category for the last year. White spoke with the CBC's Leigh Anne Power..

Mount Pearl's new community centre is in progress. Morning Show reporter Katherine Crummey spoke with Mount Pearl Mayor Dave Aker live from the construction site.

There was big news today from local engineering firm Solace Power. Boeing has invested over $10 million in the company... and that means the Mount Pearl-based company and its workforce is about to grow. Solace Power's CEO dropped by the On the Go studio to talk about the boost from Boeing... and the astounding "wireless power" technology they are developing. (Krissy Holmes with Neil Chaulk)

Interview with Emily Hepditch, the bestselling award-winning insanely talented author of Alone on the Trail, The Woman in the Attic, and Sweater!Emily Hepditch is an award-winning emerging author from Mount Pearl, Newfoundland. A prolific writer since childhood, Emily's first publication came in 2015 when her short story Lifelike was published by Nelson Education. Emily received her Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from Memorial University in 2020, where she studied linguistics, psychology, and criminology. Primarily she writes psychological thrillers that draw on principles of criminology to comment on contemporary issues in society. When she's not writing novels, Emily is either working on an illustration, running through the park, or hiking the East Coast Trail.Pick up The Woman in the Attic using this link to help the channel https://amzn.to/3ZFvjD6Originally broadcast on January 20, 2025 on CHMR 93.5 FM in St. John's, and on other great stations across the country.  Check out As Loved Our Fathers, the latest book from Write Project host Matthew LeDrew: https://amzn.to/3HB7BABIt's a hunt for the Holy Grail taken on by an American Anthropologist and a Newfoundland History professor that unveils hidden secrets within Newfoundland history! Support the showProduced and recorded at CHMR 93.5 FM in St. John's, Newfoundland. Listen on CHMR online at http://www.chmr.ca/​This program is sponsored by:Engen Books: Checkout Engen titles at http://www.engenbooks.com/​Or sign up for their newsletters at: The Write Project signup for FREE book: http://eepurl.com/c8W9OTEngen Horror Society Signup for FREE book: http://eepurl.com/c8YemrFantasy Files signup for FREE book: http://eepurl.com/c8X4zLEngen's Science-Fiction Newsletter for FREE book: http://eepurl.com/ir5JmgThis recording copyright © 2024 Matthew LeDrew

Mount Pearl and Conception Bay South have been named the hosts of the Under-18 Women's National Championship. It's the first time in history that the tournament will be held in Newfoundland. Craig Tulk is Hockey NL's executive director, and he joined us over the line this morning.

Mount Pearl has had three violent attacks in a few weeks, with seven teens being charged. Last night, the council held a town hall meeting to address it and share resident concerns. The Morning Show's Sarah Antle attended that meeting.

After a series of arrests related to violent attacks, the City of Mount Pearl is hosting a community meeting tonight to talk public safety. Mayor Dave Aker joined us to talk about the attacks, and the agenda for tonight's meeting.

Joining me now in studio are three people involved with Echelon Wellness - that the clinic that has recently opened in Mount Pearl to offer serivces to military and RCMP Veterans

Send us a textMatt Howlett, an entrepreneur and coach, discusses the inspiration behind his passion project, The Akkeri. Matt shares insights from his diverse background—from pastoring and theological studies to working in communications and digital advertising. He opens up about pivotal life experiences, career transitions, personal struggles, and the importance of vulnerability as a strength. Join us as we explore Matt's mission to guide men towards authentic self-awareness and emotional growth. This episode is a testament to resilience, human connection, & finding your life's anchor. 0:00 – Introduction and background of Gale Force Wins 0:38 – The purpose of Tuesday night inspirational podcasts 1:05 – Introduction of guest: Matt Howlett 1:54 – Growing up in Mount Pearl and early jobs 7:01 – Reflections on education and first career steps 11:18 – Theological studies and early pastoring experiences 19:49 – Transition to communications and New Media studies 25:19 – Insights on digital advertising and professional work 31:25 – The inspiration and mission behind The Akkeri 36:45 – Challenges men face and the importance of vulnerability 47:02 – Personal reflections on family and role models 52:00 – Discussing societal views on masculinity and authenticity 1:05:08 – Matt's advice: Embrace vulnerability as strength 1:08:11 – Closing thoughts and reflections on meaningful connectionsTheAkkeri.comfacebook.com/theakkeri instagram.com/the.akkeri youtube.com/@theakkeri hello@theakkeri.com https://go.theakkeri.com/apple https://go.theakkeri.com/spotify https://theakkeri.com/podcast-gGale Force Wins started out simply as an inspirational podcast releasing episodes wherever you get your podcasts every Tuesday evening. We continue to do that every Tuesday but have expanded into custom content for clients. We also have perfected a conference and trade show offering where you can receive over 20 videos edited and posted to social media at the same time the event is unfolding.For businesses and organizations we also create digital content quickly and efficiently.Visit our services page here:https://galeforcewins.com/servicesTo message Gerry visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrycarew/To message Allan visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allanadale/

In the next year, we'll see candidates from all political stripes step forward to run in federal, provincial and municipal elections. One group is hoping at least half of them will be women or gender diverse candidates. We talk about the work being done to increase gender parity in politics with two guests: A Mount Pearl councillor who's also on a sub-committee of Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador called the Caucus for Women and Gender Diverse Individuals, and with a member of an organization called Equal Voice that promotes women and gender diversity in all levels of politics. (Krissy Holmes with Isabelle Fry and Kate Cadigan)

Two young Newfoundland soccer players are making waves in Ontario. Nolan Martin of C-B-S and Joe Duke of Mount Pearl both play at St. Andrew's College in Ontario, and they just brought the school their first national championship in eight years. They joined us on the line to talk about the big win.

FFAW president-elect Dwan Street explains union's role in crab surveys, after a fisherman was denied the right + Twillingate is home now for Lil Saul but we caught up with her selling salt fish in Mount Pearl + Executive director Keith Moore on the expansion plans for Petty Harbour Mini Aquarium which include immersive virtual reality.

The most wonderful time of the year has come early... in Mount Pearl at least. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by the Glacier Arena to get a sneak peak.

Arts Week in Mount Pearl encourages people to explore their creativity, and to have fun in the process. Christine Hennebury is with the Association for the Arts in Mount Pearl. She joined us in studio to talk about the events planned, and why an arts week is important in the city.

Mount Pearl resident Robert Emberly is biking across Canada to raise awareness for Parkinsons, all without leaving his garage. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts brought us that story.

You might love it or dread it - or, maybe a bit of both. It's the first day of school, and our Morning Show reporter Jessica Singer brought us the latest from Newtown Elementary in Mount Pearl.

709 Roller Derby is ready for a knock down drag out evening tonight at the Mount Pearl Glacier. We sent the Morning Show's Katherine Crummey out to meet some of the toughest skaters in town.

Approvals at the most recent Mount Pearl council meeting could lay the foundation for as many as a hundred new housing units. Mayor Dave Aker told us what this will mean for the city.

The all-day Best Kind BBQ festival features electronic, hip hop, and indie music. And this Saturday at St. David's Park in Mount Pearl, they have their largest headliner yet. Brent McNamara (or Mac for short) is the co-founder and organizer of the Best Kind BBQ, he joined us live in studio to talk about it.

This year's Pride celebrations have had its fair share of controversy after the Pride board invited Palestine Action YYT to lead this year's parade, and one company cancelled its sponsored event. But the rest of the festival is going ahead as usual, and in Mount Pearl, they are set to kick off the week right now. Our Morning show reporter Darrell Roberts visited Mount Pearl today, where the city was about raise the Pride flag.

Riddles, obstacles, anxiety, adrenaline. It's all part of the Amazing Race Canada, and two guys from Mount Pearl are all in. We spoke with Colin Rose and Matt Roberts, who are one of the teams competing in the show's new season.

Mount Pearl Deputy Mayor Nicole Kieley returned to city council one year after a horrific accident. The CBC's Katherine Crummey was there.

The city of Mount Pearl is looking for help in naming their snow plows. We chat with Mayor Aker around how this initiative helps build community, and he shares some of the best entries, and we come up with a few of our own!

Mount Pearl resident Rick Brown is one of the leaders of the Boycott Loblaw movement, which has been gaining momentum right across the country. Rick told us more about his role with the group, and what motivated him to get involved.

When your muscles ache, you're stressed out, and you're not sleeping well, life can be a challenge. Samantha Lyver-Foley is a Registered Massage Therapist at Essential Chiropractic in Mount Pearl. She told us about the benefits of a good massage.

Part One: Mildred Baxter Legend has it that folk-hero Mildred Baxter came to Harbour Breton in the mid-1840s to settle a score with her cheating fiance. In order to make the trip from her home in England, she adopted a secret identity. She disguised herself as a man and took up life in Harbour Breton alongside her fiance and his new bride. It's a fascinating tale of love, lies and revenge that stretches the limits of credibility. Read: ⁠The Love and Lies of Mildred Baxter and Paul Langstone⁠ Part Two: Rosemary Lawton Talks Jackets and Trousers Rosemary Lawton is an award-winning singer-songwriter with a keen interest in Newfoundland music. She is a classically trained violinist, educator and writer. She has recorded traditional Newfoundland music (Fierce and Untamed), original compositions (Canvas) and published the book, Resilience: A Collection of Empowering Songs of Newfoundland and Labrador Women. Rosemary joins me on Strange Truths and Tall Tales to discuss Mildred Taylor, the tradition of ‘Jacket and Trouser' songs, and her own songwriting. Hear Rosemary Lawton at the following links: Rosemary Lawton (website) Resilience, Rosemary Lawton Apple Music Spotify Instagram Part Three: Kyle Callahan's Monsters Kyle Callahan is a visual artist from Mount Pearl, NL. He's sometimes called ‘The Godzilla Guy' owing to his popular artwork featuring classic movie monsters (like Godzilla) exploring Newfoundland. His artwork has recently been featured in the new Engen publication The Fairies of Foggy Island. Kyle discusses his work and explains how Godzilla discovered St. John's harbour. See Kyle Callahan's work: Kyle Callahan (website) Instagram Part Four: Monstrous Things The season, I've been capping off each episode with a segment I call Monstrous Things. It features tales of a Newfoundland sea monster sightings reported in the mainstream media. This edition takes us back to 1888 on Newfoundland's Grand Banks, when an enormous sea monster was seen by fisherman aboard the Schooner Augusta. The sighting was described in the Evening Telegram on August 25th, 1888. Sources & Further Reading The Love and Lies of Mildred Baxter and Paul Langstone, Product of Newfoundland History, Town of Harbour Breton The Ballad of Mildred Baxter, Simani Rosemary Lawton Resilience, Rosemary Lawton Ballads and Sea Songs of Newfoundland, Elisabeth Greenleaf Kyle Callahan The Fairies of Foggy Island, Melissa Bishop, Nicole Russel, & Kyle Callahan, Engen Books Sea Monster Attack, Product of Newfoundland Monster of the Deep, The Evening Telegram, August 25, 1888 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/productofnfld/message

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts dug into what Mount Pearl is doing to address winter accessibility. He spoke with Mayor Dave Aker.

All the shoveling this week has been kind of overwhelming...and pain-inducing! While some of us would rather put it out of their minds, others find inspiration. We spoke with Terri Stack and Brad Jones, the masterminds behind the tune.

Morning Show reporter Jessica Singer stopped by Mount Pearl this morning to chat with Claudia Fimbres of Mamacita Mexican Kitchen & Latin Market.

Today, October 22, 2020 is International Stuttering Awareness Day (ISAD). I'd like to take a few moments out of your time to share a recent experience that happened to me when I was asked about the significance and importance of ISAD.   My name is Greg O'Grady. I am Chair of the Newfoundland and Labrador Stuttering Association, Host of SOME STUTTER, LUH!. I am also a professional stutterer, who specializes in covert stuttering.  I introduce myself this way, as a professional stutterer, who specializes in covert stuttering to remind myself of my many yesteryears and attempts at camouflaging or hiding my stutter out of shame and humiliation. I desperately wanted to be accepted and approved, and to gain access to fluent, abled-body privileges. I am a person who stutters, and those privileges are not mine.  On October 17, I attended a City of Mount Pearl Public Council meeting to accept and speak to the Newfoundland and Labrador Stuttering Association's request to have October 22 Proclaimed as ISAD in the City of Mount Pearl. City Councillors and other community individuals were in attendance.  While standing beside the Mayor of the City of Mount Pearl, David Aker, listening to him proclaim ISAD in my city, I felt myself becoming overwhelmed with emotion.  Once Mayor Aker finished reading our Proclamation, he handed me the microphone, and asked me to share the significance and importance of ISAD.  As hard as I tried to choke down and to control my emotions erupting within me, as soon as I attempted to speak, the flood gates opened.  For what seemed like and eternity, I struggled through my tears attempting to articulate the importance of ISAD.  As I looked around the room, I saw in the eyes of those in attendance, looks of discomfort, surprised, and yet, looks of caring and compassion.  Few people understand how stuttering can  have devastating educational, emotional and psychological, social, physically, spiritual,  and vocational affects on children, adolescents, adults and seniors who stutter throughout life.   Based on my years of lived experience, living with a severe stutter, I feel that stuttering is TRAUMA.  As I reflect now on struggling to articulate the significance and importance of ISAD, what I considered an embarrassing and humiliating experience, was in reality, my “VOICE” when I could not speak.   Those tears ARE my VOICE.    My TEARS communicated so clearly and echoed loudly, the TRAUMA associated with stuttering - more than any words possibly could.  My TEARS gave VOICE to our global community of people who stutter; raising awareness, education, understanding and acceptance of stuttering.    And so, I sincerely want to thank Mayor David Aker, the City of Mount Pearl Councillors, and others in attendance, for providing me an opportunity and a safe space to able to articulate through TEARS, the TRAUMA that stuttering can inflict on approximately 1% of the population; the 70 million people worldwide who stutter.    Happy ISAD! Greg     --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Most of us are still living in spooky season, but the most wonderful time of the year has arrived early in Mount Pearl. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts was live at the Glacier to get a sneak peak. He first spoke with organizer Sandra Flynn. Following this, he had a chat with Melissa Lamar, owner of Hillhead House, and Colleen Butler with Butler Framing and Gallery.

The Mount Pearl Girls Under 14 AA baseball team overcame a grueling schedule, injuries, and more en route to a second place finish at a recent tournament in Corner Brook. Players Caylee Smith-Stoney and Grace McGrath joined us in studio, along with coach Tony McGrath.

Leaving high school behind and heading out into the world is a big step. We found some recent high school graduates from O'Donel High School in Mount Pearl, Alexander Fahey and Sarah Maloney. They joined us in studio to talk about how COVID affected their high school years, and to look ahead to the future.

The CBC's Jessica Singer joined the goalie of the Under 21 Canadian Women's ball hockey team, Maggie Jones at the Glacier Arena in Mount Pearl. Jones' teammates Cassie Drover, Jenni McDougall Simpson, Julia Butler, and Jayme Gym joined as well to talk about the National Junior Championships, and their recent success on the world stage.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts joined us from Mount Pearl to tell us about this evening's Pride celebrations.

Finding a place to rent in this province has become incredibly difficult over the last couple of years. So much so, that some people have resorted to taking their home on the road. The CBC's Jessica Singer spoke with Kathryn Hewlett here from the United States, and Danielle Steiner, who was been living in a camper in Mount Pearl since September with her husband and dog.

The holiday celebrates the victory of Mexico over the Second French Empire in 1862. And though Cinco de Mayo's a big deal for many Mexicans in Canada and the US... Mexican-born Claudia Fimbres (Clow-dee-ah FIM-bres) says that actually, Cinco de Mayo is basically like any other day in Mexico.

What does 2023 have in store for St. John's and Mount Pearl? We take a look when we speak with Mayors Danny Breen and Dave Aker.

Megan and Wendy are back with a brand new Girls Gone Hallmark episode! Listen in as they review "The Dog Lover's Guide to Dating" starring Corey Sevier and Rebecca Dalton. Will dog trainer Alex be able to help Simon with his girlfriend's naughty dog? Woof. Will Wendy ever be able to pronounce Sevier correctly? Email the show at meganandwendy@gmail.com. Megan and Wendy recap "The Dog Lover's Guide to Dating" - a brand new movie from Hallmark Channel which premiered on January 1, 2023. Girls Gone Hallmark Schedule Starting in January 2023 We are excited to announce that Girls Gone Hallmark is expanding in January! Please take note of the new schedule: Tuesdays: Hallmark Original Movie reviews Wednesdays: Hallmark Channel's "The Way Home" recap About "The Dog Lover's Guide to Dating" This was a Johnson Production Group movie. Johnson Production Group has produced many Hallmark movies including “Noel Next Door,” “Five More Minutes: Moments Like These” and “Time For Him to Come Home For Christmas.” Corey Sevier (Simon) starred in three Christmas movies in 2022, including “Noel Next Door” for Hallmark and two more for other networks. According to his IMDB, he has another new movie completed called “Key to Love.” Not sure where that's going to end up. Rebecca Dalton (Alex) has many acting credits dating back to 2010. Included in that is “The Unauthorized Melrose Place Story” where she played the part of Courtney Thorne-Smith and Hallmark's “A Perfect Christmas” from 2016. She also co-starred with Corey Sevier in last year's “Lemonade Stand Romance.” Directed by Craig Price who has previously directed many of “The Good Witch” movies. Written by Catherine Reay (“Where Your Heart Belongs” from 2022), Kate Somerville, and Juliana Wimbles (several acting credits, including many Hallmark movies as well as “A Splash of Love” which is another Johnson Production Group movie). Credit: ©2022 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Courtesy of Johnson Production Group Where was "The Dog Lover's Guide to Dating" Filmed? Inspired by the book The Dog Lover's Guide to Dating: Using Cold Noses to Find Warm Hearts by Deborah Wood. This is not a novel. Instead a practical guide.  This movie was filmed entirely in the easternmost province of Canada. Specifically Newfoundland and Labrador. The movie was also shot around the metropolitan area on location, including famous sites such as Quidi Vidi, Bannerman Park, Goulds, and Mount Pearl. Jack Axes is a real ax throwing spot in town. Principal photography began in August 2022 and was wrapped up within two weeks on September 2, 2022.

Chris Conway is a co-owner of Landwash Brewery in Mount Pearl and Angie Fitz is the daughter of John Fitzpatrick the namesake of Fitz's cold beer.

We spoke to Mayor Dave Aker and CUPE President Ken Turner about the end of the Mount Pearl municipal worker's strike.

Tom Rossiter is a retired doctor currently living in Mount Pearl, Newfoundland, Canada. He is a poster child for living life Beyond Retirement! Currently 84 yrs old, he continues to lead an active life, with volunteering at a local Seniors' complex, where he regularly plays his accordion, sings, and dances with the members. He's been learning Italian since 1998 and has been doing meditation since the 1980's. We discuss a variety of topics, beginning with an overview of his life up to now. Some of the highlights include: 07:10 - Alderwood Retirement Centre - volunteering helps you as much as it helps the recipients 07:47 - drawing a picture in high school, to make a https://drive.google.com/file/d/1si09oci1l_HG7vjXjiiSaz6fgoyfCJVt/view?usp=sharing (stained glass window) (go to Beyond Retirement YouTube channel to see the beautiful window in the video, approximately at timestamp 9:12) Tom has provided https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dWBXqanOCpVmjOXvb5qKZt_vt0hkwR1S/view?usp=sharing (a description of the symbols) in the window. Looking at the stained glass window, Tom drew the monk in the centre with 14 pieces surrounding it. 11:54 - his path to becoming a doctor 18:30 - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GsO2avhS-9O_OOyF1W_Ah-hw8VM5dWkS/view?usp=sharing (his accordion)(or go to YouTube, approximately at timestamp 17:52) 19:40 - reason for learning Italian 25:00 - Driving Mrs Butler 27:00 - the Nun Study 33:00 - "A Night At The Opera" https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-Z5FPUpu9ki5MY_SWj_K-vJ-3PoN6BNL/view?usp=sharing (reading) that emphasizes the need to live life NOW.