Season 2011
10 episodes · 2011
1Dulcie's in the Store
The story of the 70-odd year-old woman and the old-fashioned general store that's been part of her life for over half a century.
2Eco-Fishery
In just one lifetime we've witnessed the devastation of the world's fish stocks. It's a crisis and it's led to call for action. We'll meet a small group of fishermen and consumers who are doing something about it.
3The Car Buffs of the Bay
In the Newfoundland outport of St. Mary's, the antique car bug has spread like a fever. You'll find a classic car or truck in almost every second shed. We showcase this special collection of vintage vehicles...restored, adored and pampered by the car buffs of the bay.
4Moose River Disaster
75 years ago three men were entombed in a gold mine in Moose River. The rescue effort galvanized listeners across Canada and the United States. We look back to this disaster which marked the beginning of live news reporting as we hear it and see it today.
5Resettlers Remember - the Fair Island Story
We go back to the abandoned community of Fair Island for a reunion of those who once lived there, and still remember.
6Sharks
They are unpredictable, potentially dangerous, and often a real threat to many fisheries. But Sharks also are top of the food chain and absolutely essential to the health of our oceans. We head to sea for a look at the latest research into the remarkable lives of sharks in the north atlantic.
7The St. John's Farmers' Market
You'll meet some of the people behind the produce at the St.John's Farmer's Market ...the people who make it, bake it or grow it.
8Schooners
On this episode, we'll explore a world steeped in wood, wind and water, and discover why Nova Scotia Schooners are here to stay.
9The 21st Century Bayman
He's a typical Newfoundland bayman in many ways, and completely atypical in others. Local artist and craftsmen Terrence Howell. The world traveller who's figured out a new way to build a life in outport Newfoundland.
10Cape Breton Fiddles
Cape Breton island is home to a powerful traditional music culture. And the fiddle is at its heart. We'll meet three master fiddlemakers who keep that music and culture alive.