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What Barrie's Talking About

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  • Barrie is one of the best cities in Canada. We're a dynamic, growing and thriving community. Join us every week as we let you know what's going on. From news to events, and everything in between. If it affects you, we'll be talking about it. This podcast is brought to you by Barrie 360 - What Barrie's Talking About. https://barrie360.com/
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Episodes
  • Sales-free Car Shopping, Summer Hockey in Simcoe County and More...

    Sales-free Car Shopping, Summer Hockey in Simcoe County and More...
    May 23 2024
    Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk about Two community organizations coming together to help families when they need it most, stress-free car shopping and so much more... What Barrie's Talking About This Week 1) Calling The Blitz On Thieves South Simcoe Police recently conducted a blitz against retail theft in the community. It turned out to be a much bigger problem than they thought. St Sgt David Philips, who spearheaded the initiative, sat with our Ian MacLennan to outline the results of the operation and the ongoing effort to keep things in check... 2) Car Shopping Made Easy Shopping for a new set of wheels, but don't want the pressure of a sales pitch? The students at Georgian College have you covered. They will be hosting their annual student-run auto show in a couple of weeks. It's a no-sale event that offers you a chance to test drive vehicles and get information without the pressure to purchase. Barrie 360's Will Konken sits with the Student Director of Media and Marketing, Luke Reymer to get all the details... 3) Summer Hockey In Simcoe County Kids are now going to have a chance to play organized hockey in Simcoe County this summer, all thanks to a 16-year-old entrepreneur who identified a need, did his homework and is now set to get this project on the ice. Justin Blanchet took some time to chat with our own Dan Blakely about his vision for the program... 4) Partnering Up To Help The Community Hospice Simcoe and Seasons Centre for Grieving Children are pillars in the community and have partnered up to help families find strength in life's toughest moments. Hospice Simcoe Executive Director Kelly Hubbard and Managing Director of the Seasons Centre for Grieving Children sat down with Ian MacLennan to outline how the merger will benefit those in need... We’re so glad you joined us for the latest episode of What Barrie’s Talking About. Stay up to date with everything in Barrie and listen to past episodes of What Barrie’s Talking About. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • Project Chameleon heros, Razors Of Hope, Barries MS Walk And More...

    Project Chameleon heros, Razors Of Hope, Barries MS Walk And More...
    May 16 2024
    Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk about how South Simcoe Police are trying to end human trafficking in our community, some local residents are picking up a razor for the Terry Fox Foundation, and more... What Barrie's Talking About This Week 1) How Project Chameleon Saved People Our region has a reputation for being a hub for human trafficking. But recently South Simcoe Police honoured several officers for their work on Project Chameleon which saw the arrests of 8 people and the rescue of three survivors. Krystal Brooks is a human trafficking survivor, she stopped by to share her journey with our Ian MacLennan... 2) Barrie Baycats Home Opener It was a close one last year, but ultimately the Barrie Baycats fell short of the championship. Excitement has been on the rise for this season as they head into their home opener against the Toronto Maple Leafs tonight. Barrie 360's Will Konken tracked down their GM Josh Matlow for a preview of what's to come this season... 3) Razors Of Hope He's doing it again! Barrie's Jason Helmond is gearing up for another year of Razors Of Hope. He's getting ready to shave his head to support the Terry Fox Foundation. This year he is joined by the former chair of the local Terry Fox Run, Patrick Scott, who is ready to shave his beard. They sit down with Ian MacLennan to share more information... 4) Barrie's MS Walk Multiple Sclerosis is unpredictable. It is an auto-immune system disorder where the body attacks itself and over 90 thousand Canadians are living with it. Barrie's MS Walk is happening May 26 at Heritage Park this year to show support. Steven Mirtsos is currently living with MS and sat with our Will Konken to share all the ways Barrie's MS Walk... We’re so glad you joined us for the latest episode of What Barrie’s Talking About. Stay up to date with everything in Barrie and listen to past episodes of What Barrie’s Talking About. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Empathy for victims of crime, bus pulls, a great hockey season and more

    Empathy for victims of crime, bus pulls, a great hockey season and more
    May 9 2024
    Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk about supporting victims of crime, local fundraisers, the Barrie Jr Sharks successful season, and more... What Barrie's Talking About This Week 1) Support for victims of crime Barrie Police have a new addition to their tool box to help victims and their families when a serious crime has been committed. Family Liaison officers will help bridge the gap between the investigative work and the empathy victims require in such circumstances. Barrie 360's Ian MacLennan learns more from Detective Constable Melanie Beard and Detective Constable Deborah Howe… 2) Move to Give The local YMCA is looking to raise a hundred thousand dollars to support Y programs during this year's Move to Give fundraiser, which includes an exciting bus pull. More than a thousand people are expected to take part at six locations in Simcoe Muskoka. YMCA event coordinator Danielle Nielson talks with Barrie 360's Will Konken to give us more details ... 3) Barrie Jr Sharks Update The Barrie Junior Sharks women's hockey team still raving about the huge season they just had. Dan Blakeley sits down with Duane Eldridge to take a look back at their successes this season ... 4) Marsh Mash Quite the event taking place this Sunday in Bradford at the Holland Marsh. The annual Marsh Mash Canoe and Kayak Race (including a few paddleboarders and outriggers too). Ian MacLennan dips an oar in the water with race organizer Iain Craig… We’re so glad you joined us for the latest episode of What Barrie’s Talking About. Stay up to date with everything in Barrie and listen to past episodes of What Barrie’s Talking About. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
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