Travels in broadcasting

Was just shuffling through some old photo albums this weekend, and thought I'd share a few pix of some of my cross-Canada travels while working in the broadcast industry. 

I truly thank God for all the fun places I've worked at, and for all the wonderful people and co-workers along the way.

I've worked in radio in Vancouver and Northern BC, Calgary, Edmonton,
and for the past 3 years: here in Barrie, and through the Life Street Team
in Newmarket, Huntsville, Peterborough, Owen Sound,  and Toronto!

Here's where my journey first started, at CFML, and then Clear FM in Vancouver...

This was a time when we still used carts to play some commercials,
and even edited some features on reel-to-reel tapes :) haha!
(btw I also thank God that Asian genes offer a fountain of youth.)

Here's a pic I found co-hosting mornings in Edmonton.
It was my co-host then who challenged me to read the entire bible,
so we could reference scripture more accurately during our show. :)

Here's a pic I took while working up in Prince George, Northern BC, for a job at a Rock Station. 
This was the company vehicle I got to take home and drive to work everyday.

And despite the edgier format- I'd have to say that the people here were the friendliest and kindest folks I have worked with. My boss' family even went to the same church as me! :)

Besides that... there was a lot of trees and a lot of snow up there!

I then travelled to Calgary to fly in a helicopter giving traffic reports every morning/afternoon.
That's with my pilot Traffic Tony. Some of my fondest broadcast memories here were seeing the sunrise over the city every am rush hour, and the sunset over the drive home show...

When I moved back to Edmonton to host a midday radio show, I was also a part of a team that shot features and news on Access TV, as well as on CTS TV. This pic was shot during a news watch show on Access. (wondering if I should do short hair again, hmm.)

And finally... after meeting Life's station manager Scott and program director Steve while hosting
  in Edmonton,  God opened a door for a move to Central Ontario... and the rest is history! 3 years and counting...

Broadcasting is super fun. You meet lotsa interesting people, and it takes you to lotsa interesting places!

Happy to provide you with news every morning!  :)

Reading Someone's Text Wrong

Sometimes text messaging can be taken the wrong way.

Here's an example.

Friend 1 on TEXT:  Help! windows frozen and wont open.

Friend 2 on TEXT: Try pouring some warm water on it, then gently tap the frame
with a hammer.

Friend 1 on TEXT: Ok.

10 minutes later....

Friend 1 on TEXT: The computer wont even turn on now :(

Mermaid Classes in Cottage Country?

So there are schools in Quebec, The Philippines, and Germany offering "Mermaid Classes", where for a fee, you get your own "tail" (made out of a similar material to scuba suits) - and you are trained how to swim like a mermaid.  Its apparently a good workout. Is this something you could see ever coming to Lake Simcoe or cottage country?  It's a pretty neat concept! 

Funniest Jobs & Job Interviews You've Ever Had

I'm sure everyone can look back at their resume,
and pick out a few unique  jobs that they've held once in their life...
I've got a few!

And I'm talking about paid jobs, not volunteer ones.
What were they for you?

Here's a list of my Top 7 Most Unique Paid Jobs I've held:

(These are the ones I typically don't mention on my resume, unless asked...)

1. Extra Actress in a Vampire Movie
2. Music Bingo Host
3. Shoe Salesperson
4. Retail Associate for Men's Clothing Store
5. Wedding Emcee & DJ
6. Spanish Professional Telephone Greeter/Voice Prompt Recordings
7. Voice Inside Talking Children's Doll  (yes, I got paid to do this)

How about funny job interviews that you've been on, but you Never got the job?
I've had a few of those in my lifetime as well.
And to be honest, Im kind of thankful that they "passed" on me,
and gave the job to somebody else...

1. Donut shop drive-thru job
2. Door To Door Knives and Cutlery Salesperson
3. Radio Station Mascot

Knowing I've been interviewed for some strange and funny jobs,
and have worked a few unique ones,
makes me all the more thankful for the cool job I have at Life 100.3 today!

What are YOUR most unique jobs and job interviews that you've experienced? :)

My TOP 5 Favorite Winter Sports in Canada

1. Downhill Skiing

2. Snowboarding

3. Ice Climbing (on Frozen Waterfalls)

4. Ice Skating

5. Snowmobiling
(which I did for the first time ever this winter!)

What are your favorite winter sports?

Other winter activities I've never tried but would love to learn one
day include...

Hockey, Ice fishing, Snow Shoeing, Ice Sculpting, and Figure Skating! :)