Welcome to North Bay, Ontario’s favorite podcast - To North Bay With Love! Your local source for community and culture in North Bay and the surrounding region.Tune in every Tuesday and Thursday to explore engaging conversations with our host Lisa Boivin as she welcomes a diverse range of local guests, including actors, politicians, athletes, and community members.Explore more North Bay podcasts and stay updated on local events and news at NorthBayEcho.ca.For exclusive North Bay updates and insights, subscribe to our newsletter Echo Essentials.Stay connected with Echo on social media: @NorthBayEchoProduction Credits:Host: Lisa BoivinProducer: Be...
Latest episodes
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37 min
What It Really Means to Be a Foster Parent
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, we mark Foster Family Appreciation Week by sitting down with local foster parent Alicia Freeman to talk about what foster parenting reall…
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34 min
Who Is natty_for_now? Meet North Bay’s Viral Basketball Star
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, Kate sits down with John, better known online as natty _for_now, the local creator who has become a familiar face around North Bay with a…
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33 min
Board Games, D&D & More: Inside North Bay Games and Hobbies
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, David and Azu from North Bay Games and Hobbies join the conversation to talk about the store, the local gaming community, and why board g…
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41 min
How a Conductor Brings an Orchestra to Life
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, North Bay Symphony Orchestra conductor Josh Wood shares his journey into music and gives a behind the scenes look at what it really takes…
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33 min
The Voice of North Bay Country: Kevin Oschefski on Radio, Family & Community
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, Kevin Oschefski shares the story behind his journey in radio, his connection to North Bay, and the experiences that have shaped him both…
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33 min
Have You Ever Thought, "I Can't Be the Only One"?
Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "I can't be the only one"?In this episode of To North Bay With Love, local author Chantal Degagne shares the inspiration behind her book "I…
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41 min
Can a High School Reunion Bring a Community Back Together?
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, Kate sits down with Kevin Smith, chair of the West Ferris Secondary School 55th Reunion, to talk about the memories, friendships, and com…
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29 min
A Conversation With North Bay Music Icon Paul Pruneau
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, Kate sits down with North Bay musician Paul Pruneau for a conversation about a lifetime of music, community, and following your passion.P…
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53 min
Exploring North Bay's Best Kept Secrets
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, Kate sits down with Darren Patey from Northeastern Ontario Tourism to explore some of North Bay's best kept secrets.From the historic La…
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42 min
The Story Behind the Northern Skies Wellness Festival
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, Amanda Cooley shares the story behind the Northern Skies Wellness Festival and how a simple idea grew into a community celebration of wel…
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50 min
The Capitol Centre Is Ready for a Huge 2026 Season
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, we sit down with Katina Connolly and Dan Misturada from the Capitol Centre to talk about the launch of the highly anticipated 2026–27 sea…
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39 min
North Bay Stories, New Voices & Big Changes
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, we celebrate new beginnings, old friendships, and the stories that connect this community together.Lisa takes a look back at the journey…
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26 min
You’re Invited! Inside an Italian Wedding on Stage
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, we step into a wedding like no other.We’re joined by Kayla Valender of the Gateway Theatre Guild and the mother of the bride Josephine to…
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45 min
A Conversation About Grief, Care, and Community
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, we sit down with Brigitte Lebel for a thoughtful conversation about grief, care, and the importance of community.Brigitte’s work focuses…
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22 min
Finding Joy in Song: North Bay’s Choral Society
In this episode, we sit down with Kathryn Wood and Amanda Horn from the North Bay Choral Society to talk about music, community, and the power of singing together.The choir has gro…
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33 min
Paving Her Own Way: Destiny Martin on Horses, Hustle, and Starting Young
At just 22 years old, Destiny Martin is learning what it really means to build a life on her own terms.In this episode, she talks about how her future in social work and why it's i…
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40 min
How Dale Built Blendz and Knew When It Was Time to Let Go
Building a business from the ground up takes passion, long hours, and a deep connection to the people it serves. Knowing when it’s time to step away can be just as challenging.In t…
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38 min
From Dorm Chats to Curtain Calls: The Rise of Nipissing University's Theatre Guild
It all started with a few students talking about musicals in their dorm rooms. Now, they’re writing, directing, and performing full productions on campus.In this episode, we chat w…
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30 min
Where Face Painting Meets Community Joy: The Story of Monarch Body Art
In this episode, we chat with Danielle, the artist behind Monarch Body Art by Danielle, a business that’s been bringing colour, creativity, and joy to events all around North Bay.D…
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33 min
A Look Back at 2025 for the Echo Podcast Network
As the year wraps up, we’re taking a moment to look back at everything that made 2025 such a memorable one for the Echo Podcast Network.In this episode the Echo team gets together…