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What Barrie's Talking About

Central Ontario Broadcasting
Barrie
Barrie Colts
Bill C-22
Record Store Day
Naturopathic Medicine
Simcoe County Rovers Football Club
Ontario Insolvency Trends
Mental Health
Neuralink
Barrie, Ontario
Ottawa
Movers For Moms
Barrie Soccer Club
Barrie, Canada
Hi-Rox
Sasquatch
Auto Theft Prevention
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
World Cup
Eric Johnston

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. barrie360.com/

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Economic uncertainty is making headlines again, but there are still reasons for optimism across Simcoe County.

This week we looks at how interest rates, global trade, and local market conditions continue to shape buying and selling decisions. At the... more

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There’s no shortage of stories highlighting growth and innovation across Simcoe County this week.

From an award-winning local author to a historic investment in clean energy, several people and organizations are making headlines. Meanwhile, the Nott... more

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What will summer look like after a spring that many people would rather forget? That's one of the questions we're exploring this week.

We're also taking a closer look at Simcoe County seniors housing solutions, a topic that doesn't always get the sa... more

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Sometimes the biggest stories come from ordinary people doing extraordinary things.

This week, we're hearing from a local man who helped rescue a young boy during a frightening dog attack. Meanwhile, award-winning comedian Eric Johnston is bringing ... more

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Jessie Eldridge
PWHL player, Barrie native, Montreal Victoire signing
Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) / Montreal Victoire
Episode: Simcoe County Seniors Housing, Summer Forecast and Jessie Eldridge
Bif Naked
Singer-songwriter, cancer survivor
Independent artist
Episode: Simcoe County Seniors Housing, Summer Forecast and Jessie Eldridge
Eric Johnston
Award-winning comedian, actor, emcee and best-selling author
Eric Johnston, Son of a Bull tour
Episode: Barrie Dog Attack Hero, Eric Johnston Comedy Show, and Friday Harbour Summer Events
Hany Rostam
Friday Harbour Resort CEO
Friday Harbour Resort
Episode: Barrie Dog Attack Hero, Eric Johnston Comedy Show, and Friday Harbour Summer Events
Christine Nayler
Barrie woman who advocates for an apology over adoptions from the 1940s-1980s
Advocate, petition organizer
Episode: Barrie Adoption Story, Wind Phone at Clearview EcoPark, and World Cup Flag Craze
Vanessa Vorberg
Interim Community Support Lead, Hospice Georgian Triangle
Hospice Georgian Triangle
Episode: Barrie Adoption Story, Wind Phone at Clearview EcoPark, and World Cup Flag Craze
Maureen Christie
Vice President of Sales, Flags Unlimited Barrie
Flags Unlimited Barrie
Episode: Barrie Adoption Story, Wind Phone at Clearview EcoPark, and World Cup Flag Craze
Shannon Jackson
Licensed insolvency trustee with BDO Canada in Barrie
BDO Canada
Episode: Ontario Insolvency Trends, Auto Theft Prevention, and Family Events in Simcoe County
Mike Patterson
Author of Invisible Giant, Sasquatch researcher
Self-published author; Ontario Sasquatch researcher
Episode: Honouring Destiny, Barrie's Youngest Gym Owner, and One Man's Case for Sasquatch

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Dan Blakely
Host of What Barrie's Talking About

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Love this podcast!

    Love this podcast- excellent content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D1234$
    Canada3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Awesome podcast. I like having the variety of segments with different topics - and it's local!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Will.K.
    Canada3 years ago
  • A Great Local Podcast

    This podcast is really great for sharing local stories and news items that affect the local area. Really love that it’s not all depressing news too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    loganjessem
    Canada4 years ago

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Honouring Destiny, Barrie's Youngest Gym Owner, and One Man's Case for Sasquatch
Q: What sets Warehouse Gym apart from other gyms in Barrie?
A focus on community, personal connections, knowing members' names and stories, and a non-competitive, comfortable environment that prioritizes member well-being over mass numbers.
Honouring Destiny, Barrie's Youngest Gym Owner, and One Man's Case for Sasquatch
Q: How did Ashley become a gym owner at such a young age?
She describes grinding as a trainer at the prior gym, taking over when the owner decided to sell, and choosing to risk it all by signing a lease and pursuing ownership rather than returning to a traditional path.
Simcoe County Seniors Housing, Summer Forecast and Jessie Eldridge
Q: What is the Seniors Housing Alliance of Simcoe County trying to achieve?
They want to offer missing middle options for seniors, such as shared or co-housing arrangements, to keep seniors in the community, reduce reliance on expensive retirement homes, and free up larger houses for younger families.
Barrie Student’s Artwork Heads to War Museum, Alzheimer’s Walks, and Kempenfelt Derby Return
Q: Tell us how you won this competition, and what drove you to enter, first of all?
Caitlin explains her four-year participation, personal symbolism, and how she aimed to move beyond simple Remembrance Day imagery by incorporating storytelling and national pride.
Barrie Crime and Housing Connection, Colts Round Two Preview, and Movers for Moms Campaign
Q: How close are you to getting Bill C-22 through the House and into law?
The speaker explains the long timeline, revisions to narrow the scope, and recent collaboration with telecoms, civil liberties groups, and various stakeholders to finalize a standalone bill.

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The show provides a locally focused mix of news, events, and community storytelling, often weaving in public safety, health, housing, and small-business topics with concrete calls to action for residents. Episodes regularly feature interviews with local officials, business owners, healthcare and education professionals, and community advocates, plus timely segments on fundraising, charity events, and regional development. A standout pattern is blending practical how-to guidance (finances, safety, housing) with human-interest narratives and live event coverage, making it helpful for listeners who want a detailed, grounded view of Barrie-area life and opportunities to engage or sponsor local initiatives.

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2. Bif Naked
3. Eric Johnston
4. Hany Rostam
5. Christine Nayler
6. Vanessa Vorberg
7. Maureen Christie
8. Shannon Jackson

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