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Liberation Day - Stratford’s Dutch Connection with John Kastner
May 5, 2026 marks the 81st anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands during the Second World War - a date with deep meaning in Stratford. During the war, Dutch troops trained here, while…
At the Junction: Robinson, Ritz, and Stratford’s Railway Legacy
After more than 40 years of delay, Stratford’s Grand Trunk site is at a critical turning point. With partial demolition on the table, historian Dean Robinson and architect Robert Ritz join Craig in a…
Echoes from the Sky: Diana Bishop on the Legacy of Billy Bishop
In this episode, Diana Bishop - journalist, author, and granddaughter of First World War flying ace Billy Bishop opens up about the weight and wonder of inheriting a national legend. She reflects on…
Frankenstein’s Daughter and Two Monsters of Comedy - With Dan Castellaneta & Michael Gellman
Craig sits down with two comedy legends — Dan Castellaneta, the Emmy Award–winning actor best known as the voice of Homer Simpson, and Michael Gellman, acclaimed Second City director and co-founder…
The Rose of Stratford - Recognizing Rose McQueen
While Tom Patterson is credited with the vision for a Shakespearean theatre festival in Stratford, his inspiration came from his high school teacher Rose McQueen, who instilled in many of her…
The River Runneth Dry - with Robert Ritz & Kelan Herr
On this episode of the Stratford Slice, Craig is joined by Robert Ritz, Chair of the Stratford Rotary Dragon Boat Festival, and Kelan Herr, third generation owner of The Boathouse, to discuss the…
Breaking Silence, Building Bridges, and Shaping Stories - with Justin Poy
May is Asian Heritage Month, and Craig welcomes Justin Poy as his guest to discuss his efforts to combat racism through storytelling. Justin is a distinguished figure in Canada’s advertising and…
Trash + Fashion = Trashion
In recognition of Earth Day, we present a runway preview of Stratford Trashion Week. Craig and co-host Joan Chapple, herself a talented fashion and jewelry designer, chat with event founder Jessica…
Notes from the Field with Dayna Manning
Craig’s guest on this episode of The Stratford Slice is Juno-nominated singer-songwriter and community music champion Dayna Manning. Interspersed with musical selections from Dayna’s catalogue, our…
Curds, Cider and Commerce - Aaron Martin on Tariffs and Transformation
In this episode of The Stratford Slice Craig chats with Aaron Martin, Manager of the Stratford & District Chamber of Commerce, for a wide-ranging conversation about the local economic impact of…
The Arts Start Here - With Ron Dodson
In this episode of The Stratford Slice, Craig Thompson sits down with longtime arts champion Ron Dodson to explore Stratford’s vibrant cultural scene and its future. As co-founder of the Stratford…
Putting on the Ritz
In this episode of The Stratford Slice, Craig sits down with architect and passionate community advocate Robert Ritz. From his roots growing up in Stratford to his ongoing work with the Rotary Club,…
John Wilkinson - Canada in the New World Order
Craig Thompson sits down with former Ontario cabinet minister John Wilkinson to dissect Canada’s strategic response to the U.S. tariff war. He shares his insights on Canada’s quest for sovereignty…
Gazing into the Starlight
This episode takes a deep dive into Stratford’s evolving food and tourism culture. Craig is joined by co-host Joanie Chapple for a lively discussion with Megan Jones, co-owner of The Starlight, and…
Power to Weather the Storm - with Dan Mathieson
During his five terms as Mayor of Stratford, Dan Mathieson oversaw a period of rapid economic growth in Southwestern Ontario - particularly in the automotive industry and its integration with our…
Tariffs, Trade and Trump - A Conversation with Perrin Beatty
To gain some insights into Donald Trump’s tariff and trade war with Canada, Craig chats with the Honourable Perrin Beatty, who, until August 2024, was President and Chief Executive Officer of the…
The Changing Real Estate Landscape - John Wolfe
On the doorstep of a provincial election, in which housing affordability will be one of the many critical issues, Craig chats with John Wolfe, a veteran of the real estate market, about the current…
Canada/US Relations in Troubling Times - Roy Norton
In a few short days, Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. Craig Thompson chats with Roy Norton about the unfolding political and trade drama between the United…
S2E6 Tourism’s Next Stage
Synopsis: As the traditional tourist season gets underway, Craig sits down with Zac Gribble, Executive Director of Destination Stratford to learn more about the trends reshaping the tourism…
S2E5 The Dairy Industry - Not Just Milk
When people think of Stratford, they naturally think of culture and the arts. Think again. Think Milk! Believe it or not, Stratford is at the epicentre of Canada’s dairy industry. So it’s not…
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The Stratford Slice has published 60 episodes since September 2022, covering topics in Documentary, Society & Culture.
The Stratford Slice is currently moderate with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 46m.
