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The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast

Let"s grow together. Welcome to our podcast spotlighting the talent and stories of small-town creators. We offer a platform for individuals from smaller communities to share their journeys, whether they"re creators, entrepreneurs, or side hustlers. Through engaging interviews, we aim to inspire fellow small-town dreamers to embrace risks and pursue their passions. Based in Saugeen Shores, Bruce County, ON. Hosted by Beki Waples.

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79 - Goat Sport Supply with Jack W.

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/10/28

Another bucket list episode! And it’s a special one, becauseit’s with one of my favourite people! I’m so proud to finally share this conversation with my husband, Jack Waples, co-owner of GOAT Sports Supply in Saugeen Shores. What started as a simple search for a hockey neck guard for our oldest quickly turned into an idea (and a dream) that’s now a full-fledged small-town sports store built on community, passion, and a whole lot of heart.Jack and I chat about how GOAT began, what it’s really liketo

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00:45:51

78 - Flora And Fae with Kara T.

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2025/10/22

On today’s episode, we chat with Kara, the creator behindFlora & Fae. Kara creates beautiful, intentional jewelry that connects crystals, and botanicals to create beautiful pieces of wearable art.Our conversation covers her business’s beginnings, how socialmedia can play a key role in your marketing, how you build a family with other vendors, and more.Our conversation also touches on the realities of entrepreneurship, and how to find success in a small town.Whether you’re a creative

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00:59:16

77- Cedarvale Well Being with Tommi H.

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/10/14

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Tommy, ownerof Cedarvale Wellbeing, to explore her journey of building a wellness business rooted in breathwork, contrast therapy, and holistic practices.From leaving city life behind to creating a healing hub in a small town, Tommy shares the lessons, challenges, and transformations that have shaped her path as both a wellness entrepreneur and community leader.We dive into the mental and physical benefits ofcontrast therapy, how breathwork can help

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00:48:47

76 - Katie Franklin Doula Services with Katie Franklin

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/10/06

Katie Franklin is back — and a lot has changed since her last visit! In this episode, we catch up on how her doula business has evolved, what inspired her to go full-time, and how she’s helping parents navigate everything from postpartum recovery to sleepless nights.Katie shares her experience expanding her services to include sleep consulting, car seat safety education, and postpartum planning — all while emphasizing the importance of emotional support and trusting your instincts as a parent.This

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00:49:07

75 - Align Body Mind with Michele Hopkins

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/07/17

This is the last episode of Season 4 – Thank you forfollowing for four seasons.In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Michele—abeautiful heart-led entrepreneur who now calls Wiarton home. She shares her journey of building a wellness practice rooted in community, connection to nature, and the healing power of movement. We talk about her deep love fordance, yoga, and movement and how those practices are guiding her and the community of Wiarton.Michele opens up about the loss of her husband,

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00:33:49

74 - Social Kat Media with Kat Tepylo Murphy

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2025/07/10

In this episode, I sit down with Kat Tepylo Murphy, thebrilliant mind behind Social Kat Media. Kat shares her journey from launching childhood businesses to leaving the corporate advertising world to follow her passion for helping small businesses grow online. We dive into the ups anddowns of entrepreneurship, the power of community support, and the ever-changing landscape of social media.Kat gets real about the importance of experimenting withcontent, embracing your story, and not waiting for the

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00:25:49

73 - Live by Design Immigration with Gemma Mendez-Smith

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/07/07

This is my last mini episode recorded at the Homegrown Gathering.In this episode, I sit down with Gemma, an inspiringimmigration consultant who shares her personal journey into the field and the meaningful impact she makes helping clients navigate the complex Canadian immigration system. We talk about what it really takes to be successful in this regulated profession—like ongoing learning, clear communication, and the importance of building strong, trusting relationships.She opens up about the joy

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00:19:22

72 - Mindful Kids Inc with Melissa McIntosh

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/07/04

This is the third of the four mini episodes I recorded atthe Homegrown Gathering event.In this episode, I sit down with Melissa, the heart and mindbehind Mindful Kids, to talk about the power of mindfulness in childhood—and why emotional intelligence should be a core part of growing up.Melissa shares her beautiful philosophy on what childhood should look like: full of joy, curiosity, and healthy coping strategies for those inevitable big feelings.Whether it's a child navigating anxiety or a

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00:23:36

71 - Forever Pawsitive K9 Academy with Jessica Berg

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/06/24

This is the second of four mini episodes that I recordedlive at the Homegrown Gathering event in Lucknow on June 12th. In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Berg, Certified DogTrainer and founder of Forever Pawsitive K9 Academy based in Red Bay. Jessica shares how her journey into dog training began all the way back in high school, and how that passion grew into a business that’s as much about community as it is about canines.Jessica walks me through the philosophy behind her daycarepractices,

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00:22:55

70 - The Aaniin Collective with Hannah Wheeler

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/06/19

This is the first of four mini episodes that I recorded liveat the Homegrown Gathering event in Lucknow on June 12th. In this heartwarming episode, I sit down with Hannah Wheeler, the passionate founder behind The Aaniin Collective, not only a Montessori-inspired daycare and summer camp, but also a community that provides resources and digital products to help children and families thrive and is rooted in purpose and connection. Hannah shares the story behind the name Aaniin, meaning “I see your

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00:40:37

69 - Align BMC Energy with Melissa Alexander

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/06/17

This week on the podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Melissa Alexander — a former gym owner turned hypnotherapist with a heart for healing.In our conversation, Melissa opened up about her journey from the fitness world to diving deep into the subconscious mind. We talked about body dysmorphia, self-love, and how so many of our struggles stem from unhealed parts of ourselves — often going all the way back to childhood.Melissa shared how hypnotherapy can help uncover the root causes

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00:44:57

68 - Re:mind Wellnes with Sara Porter

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/06/06

I was very excited to interview Sara (finally!) because Sara loves everything I love -- supporting local businesses, promoting small towns, visiting local bookshops, and reading creepy murder thrillers!Sara is a Saugeen Shores native, and a passionate small-townentrepreneur, who is also chair of the Southampton BIA (and on the board of the Ontario BIA!) Together, we dive into her journey of building her apothecary business from the ground up, what it’s like to run a business in a tight-knit

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00:49:39

67 - Unleash the Pawsitive with Melissa M.

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/05/30

Melissa and I first connected through our kids’ sports—herson Connor and my oldest, Ollie, are little athletes who keep us both busy on the sidelines. I knew she ran a successful business, and I was eager to hear more about it. What I didn’t expect was just how passionate, knowledgeable, and articulate she is about dog training, enrichment, and the deeper purpose behind her work.In this interview, we chat about the ins and outs of runninga doggy daycare, why socialization is crucial (especially for

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00:26:35

66 - Creative Worth & Homegrown Gathering with...

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/05/23

On June 12th, I’ll be joining an incredible event called theHomegrown Gathering — a celebration of rural women in business. I’ll be there doing mini, on-the-spot interviews with attendees, and I couldn’t be more excited!To kick things off, I sat down with Heather, the powerhousebehind both Homegrown Gathering and her business Creative Worth.In this episode, we chat about the real-life challenges and surprising advantages of running a small business in a small town, the value of community, and the

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65 - Cold Calm Co with Carly J

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/05/16

I had the privilege to experience a hot and cold contrast therapy session with Carly this week, and afterwards we were able to sit down in this special outdoor episode – yep, you’ll hear the birds! Carly is passionate about bringing like-minded peopletogether, showcasing local talent, and creating healing experiences thru contrast therapy and breathwork. After suffering from a concussion, Carly discovered cold plunging and saunas healed her headaches and she knew she had to share that with others.In

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00:56:07

64- Morning Star Home Décor with Veronica C.

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/05/09

I first met Veronica at a Christmas Market where she wasselling her custom Christmas ornaments that you built yourself (to make them extra custom!) And fell in love with her custom woodworking immediately. After following her on social media for several years, I knew it was finally time to have her on the podcast! And I’m so glad I did.Listening back to this episode, we sound like lifelong friends, and you can hear us thrive off each other’s energies, and ideas.This episode we discuss V’s journey to

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00:50:21

63 - Amabel Books with Jenny L.

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/05/02

A new episode is here! In this episode, I sat down withJenny Lee Learn, the creative force behind Amabel Books—a series of engaging children's books designed to make learning to read less stressful and a lot more fun. Jenny shares how her own daughters' struggles with traditional reading methods sparked the idea for Amabel Books, and how her unique approach—alternating simple and complex text—helps young readers gain confidence and enjoy the process.This was such a fun episode - we dove into

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00:44:44

62 – Acre75 with Virginia E.

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/04/10

So many people have been trying to connect Virginia and Isince the beginning of the podcast that I am so excited to finally be able to post our episode! I love what Virginia is doing. Actually - I am obsessed withwhat Acre75 is doing. Acre75 is a subscription box service that supports small town businesses in Canada. Not only spreading awareness but creating physical sales for the companies she supports. Her impact on small town business has spread over 24 seasonal boxes. In this conversation,

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61 – The Lamont Group with Jennifer L.

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/04/03

This episode is one of those conversations that just flows—itfelt more like a deep, honest therapy session than an interview. But Jenn’s insights go far beyond business. We talk about life, love, and the kind of growth that comes from truly stepping into who you are.I first came across Jenn after listening to her podcastepisode with Jackie Serviss, and I knew right away—I had to have her on the show. If I didn’t reach out, someone else would, and I wasn’t about to miss the chance to interview one of

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00:57:09

60 – Anada Massage with Olivia S. “We are all walking...

The Small Towns, Big Dreams Podcast ·

2025/03/28

Olivia is actually my neighbor! I just met her this year,and she became fast friends, with both me and my boys. Olivia is a massage therapist who works with people at boththe beginning and the end of life, and she recently became certified as an End-of-Life Doula. In this episode, we dive into the incredible work she does,from end-of-life care to the workshops she offers, and how she helps people navigate some of the most meaningful transitions in life. We also talk about where she started, what led

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