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Equally at home on camera or behind a microphone, Craig Thompson is a skilled interviewer who launched his film and television production company, Ballinran Entertainment, in 1995 following more than a decade as a broadcast journalist and foreign correspondent. He has written, produced, and directed dozens of award-winning documentaries. The Stratford Slice represents a full circle for Thompson, who started his career at the local radio station. The Stratford Slice illuminates extraordinary stories, through conversations with a range of fascinating people with a connection to Stratford.
Stratford Slice hosts The Stratford Slice, a society show with 60 episodes published.
May 5, 2026 marks the 81st anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands during the Second World War - a date with deep meaning in Stratford. During the war, Dutch troops trained here, while soldiers from the Perth Re
After more than 40 years of delay, Stratford’s Grand Trunk site is at a critical turning point. With partial demolition on the table, historian Dean Robinson and architect Robert Ritz join Craig in a conversation that ex
In this episode, Diana Bishop - journalist, author, and granddaughter of First World War flying ace Billy Bishop opens up about the weight and wonder of inheriting a national legend. She reflects on family stories stitch
Craig sits down with two comedy legends — Dan Castellaneta, the Emmy Award–winning actor best known as the voice of Homer Simpson, and Michael Gellman, acclaimed Second City director and co-founder of Process Theatre. Th
While Tom Patterson is credited with the vision for a Shakespearean theatre festival in Stratford, his inspiration came from his high school teacher Rose McQueen, who instilled in many of her students, a love for the cla
On this episode of the Stratford Slice, Craig is joined by Robert Ritz, Chair of the Stratford Rotary Dragon Boat Festival, and Kelan Herr, third generation owner of The Boathouse, to discuss the Avon River Crisis, how i
May is Asian Heritage Month, and Craig welcomes Justin Poy as his guest to discuss his efforts to combat racism through storytelling. Justin is a distinguished figure in Canada’s advertising and media industry, renowned
In recognition of Earth Day, we present a runway preview of Stratford Trashion Week. Craig and co-host Joan Chapple, herself a talented fashion and jewelry designer, chat with event founder Jessica Guy, and artist and cl
Craig’s guest on this episode of The Stratford Slice is Juno-nominated singer-songwriter and community music champion Dayna Manning. Interspersed with musical selections from Dayna’s catalogue, our conversation offers a
In this episode of The Stratford Slice Craig chats with Aaron Martin, Manager of the Stratford & District Chamber of Commerce, for a wide-ranging conversation about the local economic impact of the Trump tariffs on agric
In this episode of The Stratford Slice , Craig Thompson sits down with longtime arts champion Ron Dodson to explore Stratford’s vibrant cultural scene and its future. As co-founder of the Stratford Arts and Culture Colle
In this episode of The Stratford Slice , Craig sits down with architect and passionate community advocate Robert Ritz. From his roots growing up in Stratford to his ongoing work with the Rotary Club, Robert shares his vi
Craig Thompson sits down with former Ontario cabinet minister John Wilkinson to dissect Canada’s strategic response to the U.S. tariff war. He shares his insights on Canada’s quest for sovereignty against a shifting geop
This episode takes a deep dive into Stratford’s evolving food and tourism culture. Craig is joined by co-host Joanie Chapple for a lively discussion with Megan Jones, co-owner of The Starlight, and Executive Chef Yva San
During his five terms as Mayor of Stratford, Dan Mathieson oversaw a period of rapid economic growth in Southwestern Ontario - particularly in the automotive industry and its integration with our neighbouring state of Mi
To gain some insights into Donald Trump’s tariff and trade war with Canada, Craig chats with the Honourable Perrin Beatty, who, until August 2024, was President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Chamber of Comm
On the doorstep of a provincial election, in which housing affordability will be one of the many critical issues, Craig chats with John Wolfe, a veteran of the real estate market, about the current state of the housing m
In a few short days, Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. Craig Thompson chats with Roy Norton about the unfolding political and trade drama between the United States and Canada and t
Synopsis: As the traditional tourist season gets underway, Craig sits down with Zac Gribble, Executive Director of Destination Stratford to learn more about the trends reshaping the tourism economy. Zac also shares his v
When people think of Stratford, they naturally think of culture and the arts. Think again. Think Milk! Believe it or not, Stratford is at the epicentre of Canada’s dairy industry. So it’s not surprising that this city is
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