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YQG In Bloom

Tracy Martens takes you on a journey through the Windsor/Essex County area to introduce you to wonderful people, shops, markets. We will learn a lot about these inspiring people along the way, and show you everything that the YQG area has to offer.

Make sure to shop local and shop Made in Canada 🇨🇦

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Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
25 minutes
Episodes
129
Years Active
2022 - 2025
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KordaZone Theatre’s The Importance of Being Earnest

KordaZone Theatre’s The Importance of Being Earnest

Director Jeff Marontate is bringing this classic Oscar Wilde play to the KordaZone stage with a brilliant selection of local talent including Lady Bracknell being played by Chris Lanspeary.

A farcical…

00:16:39  |   Fri 05 Sep 2025
Welcome to JP’s Dream House!

Welcome to JP’s Dream House!

In this episode, we’re stepping into JP’s Dream House — Windsor, Ontario’s boldest and most Instagrammable Airbnb. Decked out entirely in pink, this one-of-a-kind stay is more than just a colour pale…

00:17:43  |   Tue 26 Aug 2025
Comedian Dave Squeaky Wheelz

Comedian Dave Squeaky Wheelz

The comedy scene in Windsor, Ontario is really starting to grow and shine. Today I talk with Dave Squeaky Wheelz.

Dave travels around Ontario and Michigan and even Ohio with his stand-up comedy. But n…

00:30:47  |   Mon 18 Aug 2025
Taste The Magic! Black Magic Culinary Creations

Taste The Magic! Black Magic Culinary Creations

I finally got to meet Phil Octavien, Chef Extraordinaire & Owner of Black Magic Culinary Creations! Phil reflects on how he started in the kitchen and has created a wonderful business. His goal is to…

00:38:31  |   Thu 07 Aug 2025
Meet Venom Vonsnaps! Drag Royalty In The YQG!

Meet Venom Vonsnaps! Drag Royalty In The YQG!

I am so excited to have Venom back for another visit to usher in Windsor/Essex

County Pride Month.

Venom is such a special friend who is so open, honest and loving. And I can’t forget how damn funny sh…

00:33:02  |   Thu 31 Jul 2025
Love And Redemption Takes The Stage At Fringe Windsor!

Love And Redemption Takes The Stage At Fringe Windsor!

Abbey Lee Hallett wrote and stars in the new production Love And Redemption that will premiere at Fringe Windsor. Fringe Windsor is July 24-27th in Windsor, Ontario.

This is definitely a production I …

00:29:31  |   Mon 21 Jul 2025
Fringe Festival is back in Windsor, Ontario!

Fringe Festival is back in Windsor, Ontario!

Laura K. Bird, co-producer of the Fringe Windsor chatted with me about how important it is to bring Fringe back to Windsor, not just for the performers, but also the community and audience that will …

00:29:06  |   Sun 20 Jul 2025
Humanism from the Heart: A Conversation with Steve Ghikadis

Humanism from the Heart: A Conversation with Steve Ghikadis

Author Steve Ghikadis joins us to discuss Humanism from the Heart—a bold look at living ethically beyond religion. We explore the core ideas of Humanism and why it's a meaningful path in today’s divi…

00:21:40  |   Wed 09 Jul 2025
How The Breakfast Guyz Became a Local Favourite!

How The Breakfast Guyz Became a Local Favourite!

The Breakfast Guyz, the popular new diner in Windsor, Essex County is definitely a go to place if you are looking for amazing food.

They are known for their amazing breakfasts, but they also offer gre…

00:22:02  |   Wed 02 Jul 2025
Pretty Little Things: The Jewelry of Iris & Marnie

Pretty Little Things: The Jewelry of Iris & Marnie

Jewelry artist Megan Cornwall of Iris & Marnie shares how she crafts bold, wearable pieces using polymer clay and her new work with stamped metals & crystals. A look into her evolving, creative proce…

00:20:40  |   Wed 25 Jun 2025
Cheers to One Year at The Tipsy Toucan!

Cheers to One Year at The Tipsy Toucan!

Angus Smith, one of the owners of The Tipsy Toucan Public House sat down with me to talk about their first year! The building has been around for many years and have been various businesses through t…

00:11:55  |   Tue 17 Jun 2025
WindsorEats! Windsor’s Largest Patio. Food Trucks, Margaritas & More!

WindsorEats! Windsor’s Largest Patio. Food Trucks, Margaritas & More!

WindsorEats Food Hall is definitely a hidden gem in the Windsor, Essex County area.

They are known for amazing margaritas & local alcohol/brews, but you stay for the fabulous food trucks that are park…

00:26:11  |   Tue 10 Jun 2025
Windsor Laughs With CJ Erwin

Windsor Laughs With CJ Erwin

I talked with CJ Erwin who is a local comedian but also runs Windsor Laughs Comedy Club.

Windsor Laughs brings stand-up comedians from across North America to Windsor/Essex County. Not only are they …

00:24:17  |   Wed 04 Jun 2025
Villa 92 Eatery & Cultural House

Villa 92 Eatery & Cultural House

Villa 92 is both new and old in the Tecumseh, Ontario area. The site of the original Fong’s Villa owned by their parents is now the home of the new Villa 92. When you walk in, everyone is treated lik…

00:28:17  |   Fri 30 May 2025
Soil, Stitch & Soul with Bex Design Co.

Soil, Stitch & Soul with Bex Design Co.

Bethany MacLachlan, owner of Bex Design Co. is the epitome of a Woman in Skilled Trades.

As a landscaper & landscape designer who works with companies or homeowners, she has an eye for beauty. She can…

00:30:46  |   Thu 22 May 2025
We Need More Women in Skilled Trades!

We Need More Women in Skilled Trades!

Today we are talking to Christina Dal Dosso.

Now when we say women in skilled trades, we are not only talking about industries that are mostly male dominated such as carpentry, electricians, automotiv…

00:13:56  |   Tue 13 May 2025
Food, Drinks, Cornhole & more with Tailgate Takeout

Food, Drinks, Cornhole & more with Tailgate Takeout

In this episode, I sit down again with foodie, Jen Brignall-Strong, the creator of Social Media's Tailgate Takeout. She shares her journey exploring the best eats, drinks, and hidden gems that make W…

00:43:23  |   Tue 29 Apr 2025
Microbrewery, Craft Beer & Fine N’ Dandy Charity Beer Festival with Eric Robert

Microbrewery, Craft Beer & Fine N’ Dandy Charity Beer Festival with Eric Robert

YouTubes Brew Talk host Eric Robert & I chatted about Windsor, Essex County Craft Beer. Finally Eric is bringing back Brew Talk, which was a great YouTube podcast that featured local brewers in our a…

00:18:18  |   Mon 21 Apr 2025
Women ARE Funny, Jen Said So!

Women ARE Funny, Jen Said So!

I have am a fan of local Windsor, Ontario comedian Jen Richardson. So I was really excited to sit down and interview her.

This lady, even though she doesn’t know it, can do it all. Raising a daughter,…

00:42:59  |   Tue 15 Apr 2025
Understanding Tarot with Sarah’s Oracle

Understanding Tarot with Sarah’s Oracle

I sat down with Sarah, an experienced tarot reader to explore tarot cards, spirit and so much more. Hopefully our conversation will open your eyes to the deeper meaning behind the cards.

We hear a bit…

00:28:42  |   Tue 01 Apr 2025
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