In this podcast study guide (to go along with your reading of the book) we take a look at the idea of Merritton, one of the 4 former cities that amalgamated into St. Catharines, and it's development as a 'company town' alongside the historic Welland Canals. Of course, the history of Merritton, and the history of any place, is far more complex than could possibly be analysed in a brief study-guide podcast, and so this episdoe should not be considered a complete history of the town, but rather the presentation of one idea as a just one part of explaining its rich history.

The holidays are an exciting time of year but for many people in our community who find themselves in a place of need, it can be a cold, uncomfortable, and lonely time.

We round out the autumn Books & Brews book club with a wonderful selection titled 'Volkswagen Blues' on our last Books & Brews podcast episode of 2017. The 1980s novel by Jacques Poulin (translated to English by Sheila Fischman) tackles colonialism, Quebecois national identity, and Canadian and American Indigenous-Settler history.

It's the spookiest time of year! In the haunted spirit of Halloween, we've dedicate this episode of Museum Chat Live!  to some of the creepiest and eeriest stories in St. Catharines' history.  You might want to listen with the lights on...