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Lydia's Lunch Bunch

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From the Lydia Media studios in the heart of Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, it’s Lydia’s Lunch Bunch - L-A's Afternoon Morning Show with Mark, Sara, and Pam! We’re covering news and events in the greater L-A area and talking to the people making a difference in our community.

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S1 · E491
Friday · 34 min
Tasting Tales with On the Rocks Blue Hawaiian
It’s a Roopers Beverage and Redemption Tasting Tales Friday! Mark and Pam sample some On the Rocks Blue Hawaiian and whoooooo, they nailed it! Get your 375ml bottle at your local Roopers for only $13.99! Plus, they chat about the 10 rudest things you can do at someone else's house.
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S1 · E490
Thursday · 36 min
Chris Bicknell and Zakk Maher - New Beginnings
New Beginnings Executive Director Chris Bicknell and Director of Development and Community Relations Zakk Maher join Mark and Pam to talk about the nonprofit which has been serving runaway and homeless youth and their families since 1980. Be sure to register for the New Beginnings Golf Classic on Sep. 19 at Apple Valley!
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S1 · E489
Wednesday · 47 min
John Lewis - Manufacturers Association of Maine
Manufacturers Association of Maine (MAME) Executive Director John Lewis joins Mark and Pam to talk about his unique career path, MAME's history and membership services including business development, manufacturing career connections, and networking and events.
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S1 · E488
Tuesday · 36 min
Rick Bennett - Aug. 26 Town Hall
Maine gubernatorial candidate Rick Bennett joins Mark and Pam to talk about why he's running for governor, what he's learned from his statewide walking tour, and what attendees can expect at his Town Hall on Wednesday, Aug. 26 at Nutty Nettie's on Court St. in Auburn.
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S1 · E487
Monday · 30 min
Cory Nicholson - Nightmare on the Ridge
Nightmare on the Ridge's Cory Nicholson (aka Punx the Clown) gives a bit of history on his career as a haunt actor, how the industry has evolved, and how he and his crew are ready to bring your worst nightmares to life at Wallingford's this season. Opening Night is Sep. 19 and tickets are on sale now!
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S1 · E486
August 21 · 35 min
Tasting Tales with Bota Box Dry Rosé
It's a Roopers Beverage and Redemption Tasting Tales Friday! Mark and Sara sample some Bota Box Dry Rosé - You can grab two at your local Roopers for only $8! Plus, Sara recaps her first 48 hours as a 50-year-old, Mark's server forgets his job, and the interwebs don't think Maine is a fun state. What?
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S1 · E485
August 20 · 41 min
Mary Dempsey and Vickie Rucker - The Comfort Angels
Comfort Angels founder Mary Dempsey and administrative assistant Vickie Rucker join Mark and Pam to talk about their group of local volunteers who craft handmade items to bring comfort to those in need. Dempsey founded the group in 2018 as a way to support cancer patients, military veterans, and others. This year, the Angels have donated over 1,800 items.
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S1 · E484
August 19 · 31 min
Steve Thurlow - Panolam Surface Systems
Panolam Surface Systems Director of Operations Steve Thurlow joins Mark and Pam to talk about the Auburn company that has been providing the largest selection of integrated surface products for over 70 years. Panolam employs over 260 people and is committed to sustainability and giving back to its community.
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S1 · E483
August 18 · 29 min
Matthew Lapoint - The Strainrite Companies
The Strainrite Companies Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Matthew Lapoint, joins Mark to talk about his family's company that was founded by his grandfather in 1978. Strainrite designs and manufactures top-quality liquid filtration products used in just about every industry: paints, coatings, inks, beverages, biopharmaceuticals, electronics and more.
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S1 · E482
August 17 · 35 min
Kathie Leonard - Auburn Manufacturing
Auburn Manufacturing founder/CEO Kathie Leonard joins Mark to talk about launching her first business at age 27, taking China to court, preparing for a presidential visit, the future of Auburn Manufacturing, and much more!
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S1 · E481
August 14 · 25 min
Tasting Tales with White Claw Watermelon
It's a Roopers Beverage and Redemption Tasting Tales Friday! Mark and Pam crack open a 19.2 oz can of White Claw Hard Seltzer Watermelon flavor - You can pick up two cans on sale at your local Roopers for only $6.58! Low carbs, low sugar, gluten free, and only 5% ABV. Plus, insults so clever you may not realize you're being roasted :)
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S1 · E480
August 13 · 31 min
LA Metro Chamber August Breakfast
We take the show on the road to the Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce Breakfast! Mark and Sara chat with new Chamber members Andrea DiMolfetta of Merchantics, Dianne Tilton of St. Martin de Porres Residence, and Emily Gospodarek of Performance Consulting, LLC!
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S1 · E479
August 11 · 26 min
Susan Ruhlin - LA Metro Chamber
Lewiston-Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Susan Ruhlin joins Mark and Pam to recap First Flight and preview the 26th Annual Knapp Morrison Scholarship Scramble, the August Breakfast, and Connecting Over Hospitality. She also shares which character she'd play on her favorite TV show!
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S1 · E478
August 10 · 36 min
Frankie Campbell - K&R Auto Sales
"Your Friend in the Car Business" Frankie Campbell of K&R Auto Sales joins Mark and Pam to talk about the ins and outs of the car business, along with some sweet rides on the lot. He also talks sports movies, cheesecake, Corvettes, and more!
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S1 · E477
August 7 · 34 min
Tasting Tales with Dogfish Head Vodka Crush Blood Orange Mango
It's a Roopers Beverage and Redemption Tasting Tales Friday! Mark and Pam sample some Dogfish Head Vodka Crush Blood Orange Mango and whoooooo - they nailed it! You can get your 19.2 oz can at your local Roopers on sale for only $3.59! Plus, it's International Beer Day - they explore some beer myths and discuss how much our culture has changed in the last decade.
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S1 · E476
August 5 · 38 min
Pam Ashby and Larry Roy - Wishes in the Valley
Only three more sleeps until Wishes in the Valley! Co-founders Pam Ashby and Larry Roy continue their media tour by taking us through the schedule of events for the Make-A-Wish Maine fundraiser happening Saturday from 3-9pm at Lost Valley!
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S1 · E475
August 3 · 36 min
Steve Grenier and Remo - Fire in the Hole
Fire in the Hole's Steve Grenier and Remo join Mark and Pam to talk about their upcoming Wishes in the Valley performance this Saturday (Aug. 8) at Lost Valley. They also share the band's origin, best and worst gigs, what's on their personal playlists, and much more!
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S1 · E474
July 31 · 48 min
Tasting Tales with Sugarlands Shine Eggo Blueberry Waffle
It's a Roopers Beverage and Redemption Tasting Tales Friday with special guest Larry Roy! The gang samples some Sugarlands Shine Eggo Blueberry Waffle and it checks all the boxes straight up or with a mixer. Get yours at your local Roopers for only $26.99! Plus, things get borderline inappropriate and Larry shares some memories of his career as a police officer. Have a great weekend!
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S1 · E473
July 30 · 39 min
America's Next Top Waddle
Mark and Sara talk Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival, which is only three weeks away and will include a parade this year! Sara shares her idea for a children's book which involves her unique, cartoonish, and lovable dog, Duncan, and they cover old school struggles that would break people today...like locating a payphone and using a manual typewriter. What?
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S1 · E472
July 29 · 34 min
You're Putting What in There?
Mercury's in retroshade, an overseas company is making refrigerators...for humans, the latest weight loss craze involves diarrhea lettuce, and a hypothetical money question is, shall we say...sweeping...the country. Mark and Sara break it down in this week's hump day pod.
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