The Pulse

By: Dave Graham & Peter McCully
  • Summary

  • LISTEN UP! Whether you're a longtime local or just discovering our corner of paradise in Parksville Qualicum Beach, Nanoose, Arrowsmith Coombs or Lighthouse Country - tune in to the Pulse. The Pulse Community Podcast tells the stories of the people and places that make our coastal communities unique. SIGN UP! Subscribe now to catch every episode!


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Episodes
  • PODCAST: Award Winning Comedian Jeremy Hotz & RCMP Talk Scam Tactics
    Dec 23 2024

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    Hosts Peter McCully and Dave Graham chat with Staff Sergeant Travis de Coene from the Oceanside RCMP, who provides crucial insights into current scams targeting the community, emphasizing the importance of skepticism toward unsolicited calls requesting money transfers or personal information. He shares valuable advice about holiday season safety.

    Acclaimed comedian Jeremy Hotz, joins the podcasts and opens up about his struggles with generalized anxiety disorder and how it shaped his distinctive comedy style. Hotz discusses his upcoming "Très Miserable" tour, with stops in B.C. and his special connection with Canadian audiences.

    The episode also includes community updates, including a creative Christmas story reading by a Christopher Walken impersonator and details about a local contest "Where’s the Tickle Trunk?”

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    You'll find all episodes of the The PULSE Podcast on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart and YouTube podcasts, as well as PULSECommunity.ca.

    Click here to learn how to Support the show

    Sponsors on this episode include; Ian Lindsay & Associates, Thrifty Foods,& M & N Mattress.

    Check out Skookum Kid's Stories, on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart, and YouTube Podcasts, as well at SkookumKids.com.

    #ThePulseCommunity #JeremyHotzComedy #PulsePodcast #CommunityPolicing #ParksvilleQualicumBeach

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    36 mins
  • Award Winning Author Vince Ditrich, Peter Jory on SD69 Cellphone Policy
    Dec 17 2024

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    This episode of the Pulse Community Podcast with hosts Peter McCully and Dave Graham, features interviews with two key guests.

    Peter Jory discusses the district's new cell phone policy, declining student enrollment, and challenges facing the school system post-COVID. He highlights the policy's positive impact on classroom environments and the need for fiscal caution in the coming years.

    Vince Ditrich shares insights about his book trilogy, focusing on the character Tony Vicker and the fictional community of Tyee Lagoon. Ditrich has been recognized with writing awards and is hopeful about potentially adapting his books for television.

    Peter McCully and Dave Graham encourage listener interaction through their "speak to us" feature.

    The guys introduce Production Assistant Marilyn and Rockin Rhonda and her Blues band. Regular features are introduced including a contest giveaway "Where's the Tickle Trunk"?

    "Send us a text about this episode!"

    You can also voice message The PULSE and be a part of the podcast!

    You'll find all episodes of the The PULSE Podcast on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart and YouTube podcasts, as well as PULSECommunity.ca.

    Click here to learn how to Support the show

    Sponsors on this episode include; Ian Lindsay & Associates, Thrifty Foods, M & N Mattress and Society of Organized Services.

    Check out Skookum Kid's Stories, on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart, and YouTube Podcasts, as well at SkookumKids.com.

    #PulseCommunityPodcast #LocalStories #SchoolDistrict69 #VinceDitrich

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    39 mins
  • Islanders in the Dragons’ Den & Milner Christmas Magic
    Dec 10 2024

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    Podcast Hosts Peter McCully and Dave Graham delve into the festive spirit of Parksville Qualicum Beach. They kick off with highlights from the Tigh Na Mara Toy Drive, celebrating record-breaking contributions of gifts and donations.

    The episode also features Robin Mair and Monica Scott, co-founders of Mint Cleaning Products, recounting their thrilling journey on Dragons’ Den. They discuss their eco-friendly products, the nerve-wracking pitch process, and securing a deal with two Dragons. Monica Scott says, “Manjit offered us a deal first, and as soon as Manjit offered, we're like, oof, okay, we can relax. We got a deal on TV; this is what we wanted, this is what we came for."

    Geoff Ball shares the enchanting history of Milner Gardens’ Christmas Magic, boasting over 125,000 lights and charming displays like the umbrella garden and holiday specs. "We tried to count the number of lights, and we got so busy that we just couldn't spend time counting it.”

    Listeners are invited to join in weekly contests, including a contest giveaway "Where's the Tickle Trunk"?

    "Send us a text about this episode!"

    You can also voice message The PULSE and be a part of the podcast!

    You'll find all episodes of the The PULSE Podcast on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart and YouTube podcasts, as well as PULSECommunity.ca.

    Click here to learn how to Support the show

    Sponsors on this episode include; Ian Lindsay & Associates, Thrifty Foods, M & N Mattress and Society of Organized Services.

    Check out Skookum Kid's Stories, on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart, and YouTube Podcasts, as well at SkookumKids.com.

    #ThePULSECommunity #DragonsDenJourney #ChristmasMagic #ToyDriveSuccess #EcoFriendlyLiving

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    37 mins

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