You've heard us talk about speed dating. Now we're going to take you there. In collaboration with our guest Jean-Eva Dickie (Matchmaker and Dating Coach), we set up a special speed dating event with 15 enthusiastic singles. We got to place ourselves in the eye of the storm, capturing the real emotions and interactions as they happened. Speaking directly to participants, we learned about their feelings before, during and after the event. We even got to eavesdrop on two daters, Hayley and Kyler, a...
Nov 03, 2022•23 min
Is it possible to make a meaningful romantic connection in just 6 minutes? According to our guest, matchmaker and dating coach Jean-Eva Dickie, you can. In the world of modern dating, it can be easy to stay in our comfort zone and stick to the convenience of online dating. But beautiful things can happen when you get out of your comfort zone. Speed Dating events get people off their phones and in front of potential matches. It's a fast and formulaic approach that gives singles the confidence and...
Oct 27, 2022•37 min
You might be familiar with the idiom “you can't go home again”, but whoever wrote that clearly wasn't from Newfoundland. This week's love story belongs to Chris and Christina, who are husband and wife, best friends and business partners in brewing. They met in junior high and later in life bonded over their love of home brewing. Life sent them on separate paths, but their passion for beer brought them back together. The friendship evolved into romance and bubbled up into a business that led them...
Oct 20, 2022•35 min
On the Canadian Love Map, we share love stories of all kinds, including the stories of couples across the country. For some, they were in the right place at the right time. For others, existing friendships turned into something more. But what about people who are still looking for love? This season, from time to time, we're hitting the streets to meet Canadians, and pick their brains about love. In this episode, we're diving into the world of modern dating and asking Canadians to share their tho...
Oct 13, 2022•12 min
Today's love story belongs to Kimberley and Manuel. Their love story is an international tale that started with heartbreak and ended in an unexpected love match...in mid air. It all started on an airplane. Kimberly was returning to Canada after a needed trip to Mexico, while Manuel was flying to Canada on his way to Iceland. Their paths crossed by chance, but their connection seemed to be meant to be. Their union felt like a fantasy, with lots of tropical trips and romantic adventures. But of co...
Oct 05, 2022•38 min
Charm Diamonds was a labour of love that started as one store and became Canada's largest family owned jeweller. In this special episode, we get to hear the story from the very beginning, told by founders Richard, Sharon, and their son Troy. From overcoming business challenges, to outstanding stories of going the extra mile for loyal customers, it's clear that love is behind it all at Charm Diamond Centres. Jewellery is their expertise, but it's the family's work ethic and commitment to their cu...
Sep 28, 2022•28 min
You've probably heard the saying, “you have to learn to love yourself before you can love someone else”. This week's love story belongs to Roni Davis. For a long time, Roni was obsessed with having the perfect body. But when she got it, and it didn't bring her happiness. She eventually decided to look within and change her relationship with food, and herself. Now she's helping inspire and educate others to do the same. https://www.cognitiveeatingacademy.com/ Hosted by Nancy Regan Presented by Ch...
Sep 22, 2022•32 min
Ever feel like reconnecting with a high school flame? Today's love story belongs to Jen and Brian, two transplanted East Coasters living in Peterborough, Ontario. The pair were smitten with eachother in their high school years, and life eventually sent them in other directions. But sometimes certain sparks never die. The two kept in touch and became closer when Brian reached out to support Jen through a tough time. After reconnecting via distance, Jen took a leap of faith and made the move to On...
Sep 15, 2022•32 min
During dark times, we could all use a happy story to bring us some hope. This fantastic love story belongs to Audrey and Jim from White Rock, British Columbia. During lockdown, Jim was ready for companionship and hopped on an online dating site for seniors. At the same time, Audrey was about to delete her account. The pair had a 94% compatibility score, which prompted a message from Jim. A whirlwind romance followed, including a memorable first date, a grand romantic gesture, a proposal over a b...
Sep 08, 2022•35 min
Like any adventure, the map of love includes some detours and speed bumps. Welcome to a new special series on the Canadian Love Map: Love Insights. In these occasional episodes, we'll be diving into the interesting topics surrounding love and talk relationship experts to better understand the complexities of these subjects. We will also hear from the everyday people who are experiencing them. This week, we're putting a positive spin on breakups by asking: how can we convert what looks like a dea...
Sep 01, 2022•30 min
Love always has a beginning. And that beginning is unique to each story. A lot of the time, romance starts with the first date. In Season Four, we took to the streets to meet Canadians, and pick their brains about love. This season, we're bringing you more of that with our occasional love on the spot episodes. This week, Podstarter producer Nathan Stone asks Canadians to share their experiences of first dates, and the factors that determine how enduring those first impressions are. Hosted by Nan...
Aug 25, 2022•12 min
“Love is the light that is part of your life. It's unconditional. It's always been there.” This week's love story belongs to Shawn Leonard of Millbrook First Nation in Miꞌkmaꞌki. Shawn is an Indigenous psychic medium and the star of an APTN tv show "Spirit Talker". Shawn knew at a young age he had a special gift, but he further understood his purpose after having a vision of his father, who had passed away. Since then, it's been his purpose to connect with the other side. His work is all about l...
Aug 18, 2022•45 min
"Compassion, wherever you introduce, it explodes in all directions, and it hits everybody." Dave Carroll is a beloved singer, songwriter, speaker and author. Dave's viral song United Breaks Guitars went viral in 2009, becoming the number one music video on YouTube that year. It turned a messy airport situation into a customer service learning experience and planted the seeds for an international career in inspiring others. His message of compassionate design reminds us that we are connected, and...
Aug 11, 2022•36 min
Love isn’t a straight line. It’s complex. It’s a journey. On the Canadian Love Map, we’ve been sharing love stories of every kind: romance, family connections, acts of kindness, and passion projects that are changing the world. Over 4 incredible seasons, we’ve had our minds opened as to what qualifies as a love story, and even what love is. This podcast is an exploration and a celebration of the many forms that love takes in our lives. In Season 5, we’re going to dive even deeper into the nooks ...
Aug 04, 2022•1 min
That's a wrap on our fourth season! To look back and celebrate 25 wonderful episodes, Nancy is joined by producers Sarah MacLellan and Nathan Stone. Together they reflect on key takeaways, highlights, and lessons learned from the wide variety of love stories shared in this wonderful season! We are always looking for more love! If you or someone you know has a great love story, we want to hear it! Fill out one of the forms to be considered as a guest on Canadian Love Map! Share Your Love Story No...
Jul 28, 2022•40 min
On the Canadian Love Map, we've heard about weddings of all kinds, both extravagant and intimate. Whether it's a ceremony in front of hundreds of people, or tying the knot privately under a palm tree, the common thread is love. In a very our first LOVE INSIGHTS episode, we step into the world of the wedding industry, from the perspective of the people responsible for capturing one of the most important days in their client's lives. Weddings aren't always smooth sailing. So when the seas get chop...
Jul 21, 2022•39 min
Love is not a straight line, it's complex. It's a journey. In wrapping up season 4 of Canadian Love Map, we are getting out of the studio and into the park for a bonus series all about love. This week, we asked our participants to reflect on the ups and downs in their relationships, and whether it's all worth it. Hosted by Nancy Regan Presented by Charm Diamond Centres Produced by Podstarter Do you want to be a guest on Canadian Love Map? Tell us your love story and apply to be a guest here....
Jul 14, 2022•9 min
Summer is here and love is in the air. It seems that there's more blooming than just the flowers and trees. In wrapping up season 4 of Canadian Love Map, we are getting out of the studio and into the park for a bonus series all about love. In our first bonus episode we're focusing on firsts: first impressions, first dates and love at first sight. Hosted by Nancy Regan Presented by Charm Diamond Centres Produced by Podstarter Do you want to be a guest on Canadian Love Map? Tell us your love story...
Jul 07, 2022•9 min
This power couple would describe their love story as nothing special. But to many who have been blessed to know them, they are icons. Today's love story belongs to Neville and David from Nova Scotia. Neville is a renowned florist and public speaker. David is a travelling hairstylist and talented musician. Together, they own and operate My Mother's Bloomers, a well-loved flower shop. Growing up, they both lived through the AIDS epidemic and experienced some of the first Pride marches, when things...
Jun 30, 2022•48 min
Today's love story belongs to Yolande from Shediac, New Brunswick. This mother and grandmother held on to a secret for decades: the buried memory of a pregnancy and birth that wasn't cause for celebration. In fact, it was mired in pain. But one day, on the heels of her retirement, a registered letter arrived that changed Yolande's life and led her back to the child she'd left behind. Now she's written a book that will help thousands of others who've walked the same path. It's called Long-Lost Mo...
Jun 23, 2022•31 min
In the Yukon, there's a rich history of prospectors searching for gold. But for this couple, the treasure they found was love. Today's love story belongs to Gold and Tyrell, who met while attending university in the Yukon. Happily ever after didn't come easy, as their relationship faced some challenges, including a difficult 22 months apart. Through all of it, they stayed strong and committed to one another, and their united resilience eventually earned them their happy ending. Hosted by Nancy R...
Jun 16, 2022•39 min
This week's love story belongs to James Mullinger - a talented comedian from across the pond, who has stolen the hearts of many Canadian fans. James had a dream job at GQ magazine in the UK but ended up following his heart into comedy. Then he made another unexpected move and followed his wife to Canada, chasing happiness instead of fame. Now, James has it all - a loving wife and kids, a home in a welcoming small town and a successful career in comedy and with his magazine The Maritime Edit. It'...
Jun 09, 2022•39 min
Today's love story belongs to Mary-Janet MacDonald of Port Hood Nova Scotia. At the start of the pandemic, this loving mother and grandmother was encouraged by family to start broadcasting her baking online. Soon enough, Mary-Janet gained a growing legion of fans across the country and around the world, eager to tune in every week. "Tunes and Wooden Spoons" streams every Sunday on Facebook at 2pm (ADT) and includes a mix of Cape Breton baking, music and conversation. Her medium is food, but her ...
Jun 02, 2022•29 min
Community goes beyond the physical walls and structures it contains. It lives in the traditions, memories and stories of the many people who lived there. The emotions they shared and the photographs taken. Today's love story belongs to Amanda Carvery-Taylor, and a chapter of history that she set out to celebrate and commemorate. “A Love Letter to Africville” is a collection of captivating photographs and stories from the former residents of Africville. It's a story that is often told through the...
May 26, 2022•25 min
Life does not always hand us what we had planned but usually it leads us to what we need. This is exactly what happened to a pair of musicians who had big plans, when life gave them something completely different. Today's love story belongs to Phöenix and Justin. Those are their real names, but their fans know them as Fawkes & Hownd . They are two very talented singer songwriters, both individually and as a duo. And they're creating a rich tapestry in their shared experience of life. Nashvil...
May 19, 2022•30 min
Join us for a special bonus episode of Canadian Love Map, where we turn the tables and interview our beloved host, Nancy Regan. Nancy just released her first book, “From Showing Off To Showing Up: An Impostor's Journey from Perfect to Present” , which sold out on Amazon in less than a week. The book also topped the Amazon charts at #9 on the hot new releases list, #15 in memoirs and #3 on Mover's and Shakers, before it was even released. The book provides an honest glimpse into Nancy's life in t...
May 12, 2022•45 min
"To all of you who still have your moms, give them a real big super duper hug from me this Mother's Day, because you're doing what I would love to be doing." Today's love story belongs to celebrated Canadian author Donna Morrissey. The subtitle of her 2021 book "Pluck" slug makes it clear what it's about: a memoir of a Newfoundland childhood and the raucous, terrible, amazing journey to becoming a novelist. But also woven into the book is an extraordinary love story between Donna and her mom. In...
May 05, 2022•31 min
Sometimes you need to see someone in a new light for the sparks to fly. Today's love story belongs to Tamara and Len. Once upon a time they were both single parents and Len's daughter was one of Tamara's students. But this parent teacher dynamic did not start off with high marks. After some bumpy interactions, it was a messy but memorable relay for life event that sparked this flame. They soon learned that they had much more in common than they initially thought. Now these two are enjoying life ...
Apr 28, 2022•25 min
It started with a chance meeting before a fundraising concert on a frigid February night. But things warmed up fast when these two artists laid eyes on one another. This week's love story belongs to Mike and Kristen from Nova Scotia. The pair bonded over the arts, Mike in music as the frontman of The Town Heroes, and Kristen as a visual abstract artist. Their latest creative collaboration is a fun new book called “You and Me: Travel, Misadventures, and Love around the world”, where they share st...
Apr 21, 2022•28 min
When a war breaks out across the sea, it's so easy to feel helpless. This week's story belongs to someone who dropped everything and made his way to the Ukraine Polish border to help, face to face. Forbes March is a British-born, Canadian actor, model, businessman, husband, and father. He heard the cry for help from Ukraine loud and clear. Forbes, along with two brave friends, decided to travel to Poland to help distribute goods to women and children in need, while also joining other volunteer e...
Apr 14, 2022•34 min
