What's Up, Niagara!
It's our SEASON FINALE! And we're going out with a BANG!
info_outline Ep. 17 - Sarah Pritula - Community CrewWhat's Up, Niagara!
Chris Somerfield sits with Executive Director Sarah Pritula of Community Crew, who are dedicated to providing nutritious lunches to kids in Niagara who need them most. From encouraging notes in lunches to friendly smiles and high-fives at school everything they do is aimed to help a child gain the confidence they need to succeed!
info_outline Ep. 16 - Steve Kostecki - Niagara Craft Brewery ToursWhat's Up, Niagara!
Chris Somerfield FINALLY gets to talk beer in this week's episode, sitting down with Steve Kostecki. He and Jakob run the Niagara Craft Brewery Tours, tastings from a variety of brewhouses and cider houses that the world-class Niagara craft scene has to offer. Crack a cold one for this episode, cheers! Check Out Niagara Craft Brewery Tours!
info_outline Ep. 15 - Anna & Maggie - A|M Designs & DecorWhat's Up, Niagara!
Shawn DeLaat talks design and staging with Anna & Maggie , the two sisters and owners of A|M Designs & Decor, The Davids & DeLaat Team's preferred vendor for home staging!
info_outline Ep. 14 - Jacob Bergsma - My Son the HurricaneWhat's Up, Niagara!
Chris Somerfield drops the first F-Bomb in this week's episode, sharing tour stories with Jacob Bergsma, the Emcee of NIagara's Brass-Infused FUNK BEAST, My Son the Hurricane! Incredible stories of their international tour, their shows in Sweeden, and becoming BFF's with Fred Penner!
info_outline Ep. 13 - Jesse D'Hulster - DH Media & SS Brand ItWhat's Up, Niagara!
The tables have turned in this weeks' episode! Chris Somerfield picks the brain of Jesse D'Hulster of DH Media and SS Brand It, the production guru behind "What's Up, Niagara!" as we discuss everything from Podcasting 101, what 2020 has looked like for his businesses, and the art of filming weddings, funerals, and everything in between!
info_outline Ep. 12 - Darren Hendriks - Homes By HendriksWhat's Up, Niagara!
Darren Hendriks is the Vice-President of the multi-generational home build and renovation group, Homes by Hendriks. Set on a mission to build luxury homes, custom properties, and award-winning designs for over 60 years! If you've ever been curious about the home building process in Niagara, THIS is the episode for you!
info_outline Ep. 11 - Matthew Bodis - Frontier Barbers & CompanyWhat's Up, Niagara!
Chris Somerfield chews the fat with Matthew Bodis, one of the owners of Frontier Barbers & Company in downtown St Catharines! Explore Matt's philosophy on treading the lines between known and unknown, celebrating traditional barbershops with the modern man, an introduction to the Frontier Whiskey Society, and the successes and challenges of opening a new business in the downtown core!
info_outline Ep. 10 - Josh Boycott - Ludology Boardgame CafeWhat's Up, Niagara!
Chris Somerfield rolls the dice, shooting this week's episode ON LOCATION at Ludology Boardgame Cafe, and sharing some table-talk with Josh Boycott.
info_outline Ep. 9 - Rob Burke - Something Something ProductionsWhat's Up, Niagara!
Chris Somerfield steals a tie from his grandpa's closet, and chews the fat with Rob Burke, one of the founders of Something Something Productions! An entertainment staple in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Rob and Dina have been able to collectively celebrate Niagara talents through their performances, be it musicals, theaters, workshops, or concerts. Rob talks a lot about what projects he sees coming in the near future, including some new shows & outdoor entertainment! Follow SSP on Instagram on @ssp_niagara or check out their website: Don't forget to follow us on IG for more updates @davidsdelaat...
info_outlineShawn DeLaat sits down with Mario Arghittu, Owner of Picasso’s Salon - A name that has been a gold standard of beauty in the Niagara Region for 30 years. Also a co-founder of The Hernder Picasso Foundation, which has committed $1,000,000 to the new Walker Family Cancer Centre. Their commended team organize annual events, like a golf tournament, a Halloween Party, and MORE that he discusses on this episode!