Episode 4 - The Art of Bloorcourt
The Bloorcourt Podcast
In this feature Length episode the Bloorcourt podcast takes a look at various aspects of Art that exist within the Bloorcourt neighbourhood in Toronto. Interviews with Antonia Ye (Chair of the Bloorcourt BIA), Victor Fraser (Street Artist), Michael Cavanaugh (Bell Boxes Murals Project) and Jordi Small (Long & Mquade). Bite of Bloor provided by Simone Weir.
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Stronger Together - Annabelle Bernard from Sistering
The Bloorcourt Podcast
In a look back to Episode 3 "Stronger Together" show hosts Arthur Geringas and Meg Marshall discuss the role that Sistering plays in the Bloorcourt community with community liaison Annabelle Bernard. Annabelle provides some deescalation tips and highlights the importance of accessible services for those in need.
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Life On Bloorcourt - Supporting Small Business
The Bloorcourt Podcast
Hosts Meg Marshall and Arthur Geringas discuss various ways to support small businesses and what make the businesses in the Bloorcourt community unique.
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Life On Bloorcourt - Bite Of Bloor
The Bloorcourt Podcast
A bite of Bloor is a featurette with former BIA member Simone Weir who shares some favourites about where to grab a bite to eat in the Bloorcourt neighbourhood. Highlighted in this episode are Coo Cafe, Black Horse, Bloorcourt cafe, Madras Masala.
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Life On Bloorcourt - Resident and Event Producer Dan Rice
The Bloorcourt Podcast
Local resident Dan Rice joins Arthur and Meg for a conversation about what life is like in the Bloorcourt neighbourhood and why he chose to produce comedy events at the Comedy Bar.
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Life On Bloorcourt - Chris Caira from the Maker Bean
The Bloorcourt Podcast
Chris Caira joins Arthur and Meg for a conversation about a unique business in the Bloorcourt neighbourhood - the Maker Bean Cafe. The Maker Bean Cafe hosts creative technology camps to engage your kids & teens! Topics include Robotics, Inventions, 3D printing & laser cutting.
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Life In Bloorcourt - Chat with the Chair Antonia Yee
The Bloorcourt Podcast
Chair of the Bloorcourt BIA Antonia Yee shares some introspection about what life is like in the Bloorcourt neighbourhood and how the Bloorcourt BIA works towards the betterment of the community.
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Welcome to Bloorcourt - Bite Of Bloor
The Bloorcourt Podcast
A bite of Bloor is a featurette with former BIA member Simone Weir who shares some favourites about where to grab a bite to eat in the Bloorcourt neighbourhood. Highlighted in this episode are La Bella Managua and African Palace.
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Welcome to Bloorcourt - Pandemic Best Practices
The Bloorcourt Podcast
Hosts Meg and Arthur discuss some best practices and support for businesses during the Covid-19 Pandemic.
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Welcome to Bloorcourt - Ron Nash
The Bloorcourt Podcast
In this short excerpt from the first Episode of the Bloorcourt podcast Ron Nash joins Arthur and Meg for a conversation about how the City of Toronto works alongside local BIAs.
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Show Notes
Recorded & Edited by: Arthur Geringas & Telejet Studios
Featured Guests: Chris Caira (The Maker Bean Cafe), Dan Rice (local Bloorcourt resident)
- 1:20 - Introduction to Life in Bloorcourt
- 3:55 - A Moment with Our Chair
- 10:30 - Learn About Microgrants
- 13:23 - Discussion on the Streetscape Masterplan
- 15:32 - Literature as Art
- 19:45 - Chat with Chris Caira from The Makerbean
- 29:50 - Chat with Dan Rice - Local Resident
- 38:05 - Bloor Street Bustle - How to Support Local
- 56:10 - Bite of Bloor ft. Coo Cafe Bread or Rice
- 57:48 - Bite of Bloor ft. The Black Horse
- 59:05 - Bite of Bloor ft. Bloor Court Cafe
- 1:00:24 - Bite of Bloor ft. Madras Masala
Links and Information to Topics Discussed in the Podcast
- Paradise Theatre
- The Piston Bar
- The Comedy Bar
City of Toronto BIA Office official website:
https://www.toronto.ca/business-economy/business-operation-growth/business-improvement-areas/
City of Toronto BIA official email:
[email protected]
Microgrant Program
http://www.bloorcourttoronto.com/bloorcourt-microgrant-program.html
The Events and Activations Microgrant Program is to embrace, showcase, and celebrate art, talent, and businesses within our community that will benefit the business area and make Bloorcourt a move coveted, exciting, and destination place to live and visit.
Bites of Bloor
Coo Cafe Bread or Rice - 1049 Bloor St W
https://www.coocafeborr.com/
Available for delivery on Ritual
The Black Horse - 928 Bloor St W
Available for delivery on Door Dash
Bloor Court Cafe - 201 Delaware Ave
Available for delivery on Uber Eats.
Madras Masala - 796 Bloor St W
https://madrasmasalatoronto.com/
Order online directly through their website
Bloorcourt Scavenger Hunt
How many telephone booths do we still have in the neighbourhood? Considered old technology to some, they still exist and work! Take a walk in our neighbourhood and note down all of the locations of where you see them. Bonus points if you take a selfie with one in the background!
Use the hashtag #BloorcourtPodcast to get noticed or regrammed!