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FIND OUT WHAT BARRIE’S TALKING ABOUT EVERY WEDNESDAY

Since Barrie 360 began, you’ve been able to find the latest news and stories online, on social and on the radio. Starting today, you can also stay up-to-date with our new podcast – What Barrie’s Talking About

What Barrie’s Talking About will bring everything that’s happening in and around Barrie. Every week will deliver new content including:

  • Interviews with celebrities, local organizations and industry experts
  • Updates on the stories people are talking about 
  • Information on upcoming events and festivals
  • Lifestyle tips, tricks and advice 

Episode 1: “Dan … I Don’t Think We’re In Barrie Anymore! Tornados, Gas Prices, Music and More”

Here’s what you’ll hear about in our first episode!

1. The Effects Of The Tornado That Hit Barrie 1 Year Ago 

Barrie’s mayor Jeff Lehman joined us to talk about the effects it had on the residents, and how the community is still dealing with the aftermath. We also talked to Greg Kopp from the Northern Tornadoes Project at University of Western Ontario about hurricane straps and other ways we can protect buildings against natural disasters. 

RELATED: What does Barrie look like one year after the tornado? 

2. Travel Tips To Help Reduce Your Gas Expense 

Gas prices are higher than ever, but Canadians are still planning long road trips according to a study from CAA. We chatted with Kaitlynn Furse, Director of Communications at CAA, to talk about some gas saving driving tips. 

RELATED: How to get better mileage on your next tank of gas …

3. The Legacy Of Will Dwyer 

Over the last 40 years, Will Dwyer has raised more than a million dollars for the Barrie Terry Fox organization. His son Rob continues his father’s legacy with an event at Open Air Dunlop. 

RELATED: Barrie’s million dollar man passes away …

4. Some Big News From A Local Musician

Local country artist Graham Scott Fleming has some BIG news! He has signed a record and management deal with Open Road Recordings – one of Canada’s leading country music record labels. We talked to him about this, his experience with Kinky Boots on Broadway, and his new single “Life Of The After Party”. 

RELATED: Graham Scott Fleming gains national attention ahead of playing an iconic venue …

You can catch up with What Barrie’s Talking About every Wednesday on our website and your favourite podcast platform.

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