Episodes

Pinball machines have existed since the 1930's and for many people they are a still a hit. Over past decades pinball machines have graced the sets of movies, provided entertainment for teenagers and adults and brought people ...

Emotions are a good thing, and it's ok to shed a tear or two. It can be tricky when you are in a public setting and the waterworks kick in. A recent attendance at a local choir performance began a journey of reflection for L...

Have you ever opened a closet and had everything fall out on your head? Are you running on overload, finding that your personal environment is becoming chaos because you can't find anything? It happens to the best of us, an...

Sharon Shorty had a year she never anticipated in 2022. One day she was walking, and the next day she was in the hospital. It was 4 months before she would come home, and she never expected it would be in a wheelchair. This...

Life can bring some incredible curveballs, and no one knows this better than Tina Guile. In this episode Tina shares her store of courage, strength and determination. A cancer survivor and recipient of two kidney donations, ...

Life isn't all about being serious, in fact, there are times in our lives when we need to simply relax, enjoy a few laughs and simply take it easy. In this episode, Lindy is joined by three hilarious women scheduled to grace ...

Pink Shirt Day is a day set aside to bring awareness to bullying. National campaigns and media awareness focus on this topic. Inclusion plays an important role in prevention of bullying. In this episode Lindy shares a short p...

In a world where you can be anything, you can be kind! Yes, that is what we heard so much over recent years. In this episode The Flowerman shares his story of how he was able to overcome personal struggles and regain his li...

Eat to live vs live to eat - that can be a challenge for some people. In this episode, Dr. Trina Dorrah, MD shares her story about a time when she struggled with binge eating. She shares what she has learned, how she has mana...

Customer service is a hot topic these days, and it seems to hit social media when things don't go well. What is happening to customer service these days? Does lack of training, sense of entitlement or staff shortages create...

Customer service can make or break it for a business, and poor customer attitudes can be the catalyst in loss of service or amenities. Life really works so much better when both customers and businesses can work together. Wh...

Air Hug? National Hugging Day? When did hugs become such a topic? Certainly the pandemic made us think more about personal space and social protocol, but it was really nothing new in many ways. To hug or not to hug, that i...

New Year's Resolutions can be super helpful, motivating and invigorating. They can also create stress and disappointment if unrealistic goals are set, or environment changes occur beyond your control. In this episode Lindy r...

Christmas can be a great time for treats and decorations, and our pets often want to participate on their own terms. In this episode Eileen Drever, Senior Officer Protection and Stakeholder Relations with the BC SPCA shares t...

Nothing beats the smell of fresh chili or hearty stew on a cold winter day. Come into the kitchen of Sharon Shorty, and you are likely to find this kind-hearted lady holding a spatula in her hand while she stirs up a mouth-w...

The Christmas season can be so much fun, yet it also brings deep thought and reflection. This was one of those moments when Lindy was pondering about the a topic and simply had to grab the microphone and podcast. From family ...

What happens when a podcaster from Missouri joins a podcaster from British Columbia in a video call? A great conversation is what happens, and it's worth having a listen! In this episode Lindy is joined by Melissa Bright from...

In this episode Lindy speaks with Maureen Chadwick, a highly experienced nurse with specialty training in the field of diabetes management. Also known as the Diabetes Lady, Maureen is based in Lancashire, UK and approaches ed...

An incredible story of survival is shared in this episode today. While traveling through Alberta this past summer, Bob Wells and his family were caught in a hail storm with massive ice chunks pounding the car. This was no o...

A recent trip to the grocery store reminded Lindy of how quickly things are changing. Rising costs and empty shelves are a reminder that history can reply and change our habits. In this episode Lindy reflects on the cost of...

Recovery from addictions is a long journey that requires strength, love and community support. Mike Manhas is the organizer of Soberfest, a drug and alcohol free festival on Vancouver Island. In this episode, Mike shares his ...

If you think sitting in an outdoor hot tub in the winter is wild, you haven't heard about Tara Leduc! How about going for a winter dip in a cold Yukon lake? In this episode, Tara talks about her recent experiences going for...

I have a cold and it has robbed me of my voice. It looks like chicken soup and hot lemon tea are on the menu. In the meantime, I am unable to podcast and will return when I am able to do so. Yeesh! I am off to eat some c...

A hobby is something that you do for fun in your leisure time. It should make you relaxed, and not be a source of pressure. If you are finding yourself feeling more unsettled or not really enjoying that hobby anymore, you m...