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Kingsville Strong
by Strong Towns Kingsville
Welcome to Kingsville Strong, where you’ll hear stories of neighbors who are doing extraordinary things that strengthen our town from the ground up. If you care about Kingsville and believe in its potential, this podcast is for you. Every other Wednesday, you’ll hear a new conversation with someone who is raising the standard in our community—entrepreneurs, volunteers, farmers, artists, decision makers, and more—people who are doing work that is making a difference. #KingsvilleOntario
Episodes
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Jack Miner's – Matt Olewski
Matt Olewski is a former teacher turned Executive Director of the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary — a role he found by taking a leap of faith and trading the classroom for a groundskeeping job just to get through the doors of one of Kingsville's most beloved institutions. In this episode…
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Clean Beauty – Samantha George
Samantha George, founder of Colour Lounge Beauty Boutique and Harvest Moon Beauty, takes us inside the science of clean cosmetics. Plus, Samantha shares hard-won entrepreneurship lessons and the importance of choosing your lifestyle before your career. Colour Lounge on Instagram —...
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Bob Lynch — Buried Secrets of Kingsville
James Joyce said Dublin could be rebuilt from Ulysses. If Kingsville vanished, Bob Lynch’s stories could rebuild it entirely. Retired teacher, coach, author of 10 books—Bob took us on an unscripted tour of our town’s hidden history. I threw out my questions and just let him talk. Even if you’re…
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Paglione Estate Winery
Meet Sandra Paglione, co-owner of Paglione Estate Winery—a standout destination in the Essex Pelee Island Coast region known for its handcrafted wines, authentic Italian hospitality, and unforgettable wood-fired pizzas. We sat down to discuss the family story behind the winery, its evolution in…
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Share the Road – Tom & Sue Omstead
Meet Tom and Sue Omstead, founders of Share the Road Essex County and the EC Way 100. For the past 20 years, they have been making the roads safer and more comfortable for cyclists. We sat down to discuss the story of how they advanced active transportation in Essex County and what else needs to…
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Dutch Boys Chocolate
Maggie and Sam Leonard bought Dutch Boys Chocolate from its original owners in 2022. They by sticking firmly to the brand’s core values, they have maintained the same level of quality as the founders did, have managed to retain the long term loyal customer base, and have ensured that this…
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Seniors – Kent Williams
Meet Kent Williams, leader of the Strong Towns Kingsville seniors team. Kent has competed in the World Senior Games and is a keen observer of senior communities in the many places he has lived and visited. He's an outspoken and articulate voice for seniors—especially the thousands like him whom...
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La Dulce Vida Café — Fernanda Hernandez
Meet Fernanda Hernandez, founder of La Dulce Vida Café—a cozy, European style cafe with a Mexican soul. Join us as Fernanda shares her entrepreneurial journey and her approach to building an experience brand—from a standout social media presence to the choice of ingredients to the community…
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Aggie & Francois – Elaine Hansor
Elaine Hansor, founder of Aggie & Francois—a designer of incredibly imaginative girl’s costume dresses based in Kingsville. Her designs have been commissioned by celebrities, including the wife of an NBA legend. If you’re thinking of taking your creations to market, Elaine’s story could be the…
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The Bridge – Krista Rempel
Krista Rempel, the director of The Bridge Youth Resource Centre in Leamington. Although they are not based in Kingsville, the Bridge’s range of support programs knows no boundaries. Plus, what the Bridge leadership has accomplished can show us in Kingsville what is possible when you have vision…
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Gamma's Country Kitchen
Chantel Heaton is the founder of Gamma’s Country Kitchen—a front porch sourdough bakery which has become a favorite among neighbors in the area around Linden Beach and Conservation Boulevard. Chantel’s story might inspire anyone who is thinking of starting a business out of their home, but just...
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Start Here: Stories of Our Town’s Heroes
Welcome to Kingsville Strong, the podcast that celebrates the people making Kingsville, Ontario, stronger from the ground up. Meet your host, Chad Nantais for conversations with everyday heroes who are helping the town reach for its potential. Get a sneak peek of inspiring stories—from a home...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Kingsville Strong, where you’ll hear stories of neighbors who are doing extraordinary things that strengthen our town from the ground up. If you care about Kingsville and believe in its potential, this podcast is for you. Every other Wednesday, you’ll hear a new conversation with someone who is raising the standard in our community—entrepreneurs, volunteers, farmers, artists, decision makers, and more—people who are doing work that is making a difference. #KingsvilleOntario
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Strong Towns Kingsville
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