Archive for November 2017

Most all our guests, and I suspect nearly every person on the planet, is fascinated by the Newfoundland Dog. He is an especially noble creature whose sheer size creates an enormous presence, but his thick black mane, spotted tongue, rescue credits, and wonderful disposition, make him an easily recognizable fan favorite the world over. Unfortunately,…

I recently rang my cousin David in Toronto and was fortunate to have his wife pick up the phone first. I always enjoy speaking with Joanne and appreciate her take on everything that we think of as Canada. Joanne was raised in Toronto as a first-generation Italian Canadian, which is similar, and yet so very…

When he first moved to Corner Brook, my brother Jason asked why I insisted on introducing him as Doctor Jason McCarthy. Eh boy? Because you make me look smarter! You’re my brother. We have the same DNA, were raised in the same house, and grew up with the same crowd. When people hear that you’re…