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Lydia"s Lunch Bunch

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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36:45

Ryan Ricci - 290 Maine Street

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/27

290 Maine Street owner Ryan Ricci joins Mark and Jacey to talk about the best pub in Norway, featuring weekly food and drink specials as well as live music and events! He shares some aspects of 290's success, including a spot on Good Morning America, and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs!

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36:00

Equinox Detox

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/26

Mark thinks baseball's Opening Day should be a national holiday, Sara recently began her Equinox Detox (no caffeine, sugar, alcohol, etc...), and tells the story of how she once found housing in Boston by petsitting a turtle named Lester :)

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44:00

Jennifer Braunfels - Maine Author

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/25

Maine author Jennifer Braunfels joins Mark and Pam to talk about her first novel, "Everything You Love Ends Up in a Yard Sale" which will be released on May 5! Jennifer talks about the inspiration, characters, and process of publishing the book, which was literally a dream come true. Don’t miss the celebration launch on May 13 from 6-8pm at Edward Little High School!

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34:40

Sara's Frog

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/24

Sara's very excited about her new frog (not the ribbit, ribbit kind). Mark and Sara learn about zarfs, nurdles, and snoods. And Sara discovers that a bunch of movies in her top-ten list are among the greatest films ever to grace the silver screen :)

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34:20

Bryan Shaw - East Auburn Pools and Services

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/23

East Auburn Pools and Services owner Bryan Shaw has been in the swimming pool industry since he was 17-years-old. He joins Mark and Sara to talk about seasonal openings, above-ground and in-ground pools, hot tubs, maintenance, equipment upgrades and more!

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37:35

John Williams - Oxford Hills Home Show

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/20

Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce Executive Director John Williams joins Mark and Jacey to talk about the Oxford Hills Home Show happening April 24-26 featuring major local builders including Turn Key Homes, Twin Town Homes, and Alternative Modular Homes. The event officially kicks off with a Business After Hours on April 23. Plus, we learn about John’s prowess on the baseball diamond!

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39:10

LA Metro Magazine Spring Issue Preview!

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/19

Lydia Media owner and LA Metro Magazine publisher Pam Ashby joins Mark and Sara to preview the magazine's spring issue, which will be delivered next week! The Home & Garden Edition features stories on kitchen and bath design, swimming pools, home maintenance, water quality, home organization, and more!

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41:20

Camden and Jason Paquin - Camden's Mission

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/18

In the last two years, Camden Paquin has raised over $10,000 to support Mission Working Dogs, an organization that trains service and therapy dogs to help people with disabilities live with more independence and fulfillment. The fundraising started with a lemonade stand he built with his grandfather, a U.S. Navy veteran. This year, 10-year-old Cam has organized a June 20 golf scramble at Apple Valley and is hoping you can support through participation or sponsorship!

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44:10

Mike, John, and Tim - 48th Annual Twin City Gun &...

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/17

The Auburn Exchange Club's Mike Mathieu, John Horton, and Tim Rucker join Mark and Sara to share details about their biggest fundraiser, the 48th Annual Twin City Gun & Sportsmen Show, happening March 28-29 at the Lewiston Armory! They also talk about the Club's commitment to family, community, and country.

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43:45

Scott, John, and Travis - Lost Valley Ski Area

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/16

Lost Valley owner Scott Shanaman, general manager John Herrick, and marketing manager Travis Dow take a look back at one of the most successful season's in Lost Valley's 65 year history. Scott shares some details about purchasing the resort 10 years ago and they talk about the upcoming end-of-season Beach Bash on March 29, which includes plenty of fun and wild events for the whole family!

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42:15

Tracey Dorr and Jennifer Billings - Bonney Staffing

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/13

Bonney Staffing Chief Revenue Officer, Tracey Dorr, and Business Development Manager, Jennifer Billings, talk about Bonney's mission of connecting a wide range of job seekers with employers looking for help with temporary and permanent positions. Bonney specializes in many areas of recruitment for jobs in administration/clerical, customer service, human resources, medical office, legal office, warehouse, general labor, and more!

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38:35

LA Metro Chamber's Brewing Connections

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/12

Mark and Sara take the show on the road to Schooner Estates for the Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce’s Brewing Connections! They chat with Member Moments presenters Barbara Lovejoy of Elevator Evolution, Mike Truchon of PromoBerries, Patricia Law of the University of Southern Maine, and Farmer Keena of Little Ridge Farm!

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37:20

Sadie Landry - Child Abuse Prevention Month

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/11

Auburn Exchange Club District President and Pelletier's Karate Academy owner Sadie Landry stops by to talk about the club's "Paint the Cities Blue" initiative to raise awareness for Child Abuse Prevention. Lewiston-Auburn business are encouraged to show support by turning their storefronts blue with free window kits!

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52:30

Shanna Cox - LA Metro Chamber

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/10

Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Shanna Cox talks about some upcoming events, including the B2B Trade Show. As she prepares to leave her post, she reflects on her last six years leading the Chamber and looks ahead to an exciting new chapter!

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38:45

Greg Simpson - Mystery for Hire

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/09

Mystery for Hire working manager Greg Simpson and Sara talk about “Murder at the Marquee”, an interactive murder mystery theater event on Friday, March 27 at the Franco Center in Lewiston. It's an updated version of their Hollywood award show with some new performers and some of your long time favorites! Plus, Greg, the world's biggest M*A*S*H fan, tells an unforgettable story of how he met Loretta Swit!

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46:35

Steve Morin and Stacey Fournier - DeBlois Electric

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/05

DeBlois Electric President Steve Morin and Project Controller Stacey Fournier join Mark and Sara to talk about company culture, community involvement, career advancement, working for an employee-owned company, and much more. We also learn where Stacey would go if she had teleportation powers and why Steve would turn down skybox seats at the big game!

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37:50

The Great Markini and Doug

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/04

Sara dishes on her Florida adventure, from chilly temps to 60 furry felines and a disastrous whoopie pie encounter. Plus, she and Mark reveal their magician personas that are guaranteed to leave you underwhelmed :)

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36:25

Donna Harris - Phoenix No Limits Karate

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/03

Phoenix No Limits Karate owner Donna Harris stops by to talk about some exciting fundraisers for the Black Belts Against Domestic Violence program including a Comedy Show Fundraiser (March 14), a Mother's Day Tea Party (May 9), the Jennie's Run 5K (May 10), and the inaugural 9-Hole Classic Golf Tournament (May 31)!

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42:25

Leslie Ogilvie, and Kristen Filbeck - Maine's Got Talent

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/03/02

Andwell Health Partners Director of Development and Community Relations, Leslie Ogilvie, and Donor Engagement Specialist, Kristen Filbeck, join Mark and Pam to talk about Maine’s Got Talent, happening May 2nd in Auburn! The premier music competition will benefit Andwell's pediatric program and services.

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50:40

Peter and Kathie Bolduc - Rock Mountain Farm

Lydia"s Lunch Bunch ·

2026/02/27

Rock Mountain Farm owners (and LA Metro Magazine winter issue cover story subjects) Peter and Kathie Bolduc join Mark and Pam to talk about their commitment to quality and healthy products. Their animals are never exposed to antibiotics or growth hormones and Peter explains how healthy eating begins with soil.

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