The Coffee with Crainer Show

Supporting Windsor-Essex’s Diverse Community with Fred Francis

Episode 78 features the new Executive Director of the Multicultural Council of Windsor & Essex County (MCC), Fred Francis! In this interview, Fred shares an inside look at his new role, how the MCC provides support to cultures throughout Windsor-Essex, and his exciting plans for the organization.

More Than Music: Life As a Drummer & Community Leader with Jeff Burrows

Episode #77 features Jeff Burrows, Windsor-born drummer for The Tea Party, philanthropist, and community leader. This interview shares how he started in music, why he chooses to give back through MANY charity events, and more.

A Look Into His Past 4 Years As Minister & The Road Ahead with Minister McNaughton

Episode #76 features The Honourable Monte McNaughton, Minister of Labour, Training and Skills Development in Ontario. Minister McNaughton reflects on his past four years heading into the provincial election and shares the opportunities that lie ahead for Windsor-Essex as we receive a new $5B electric vehicle plant. 

Life as a Beat Producer and Multidisciplinary Artist with Datsunn

Episode #75 features Windsor's Datsunn, a multidisciplinary artist and beat producer. Datsunn uses a sampler and other instruments to create lo-fi hip-hop beats and songs. You can often find him performing live sets on Twitch and YouTube to thousands of people. Find out how Datsunn started producing, built his brand, and where he sees the electronic music scene heading in the next 5-10 years.

My Experience Leading Top Retail & Food Chains with Toni Ronayne

Episode #74 features Toni Ronayne, Managing Director of Little Caesars Pizza Canada and former Vice-President at Freshii. On top of this, Toni has held several other senior leadership positions with leading brands in Canada and across the globe. Tune in as Toni shares her strategies for brand growth in both retail and food industries.

A Look at a Career in Sports Commentating with Joe Bowen

Episode #73 features "The Voice of the Toronto Maples Leafs", Joe Bowen. Joe started his career with the Leafs in '82, and since then, has broadcasted over 3,000+ games. Tune in to learn more about how his career in sports commentating started, some of the most memorable games he has covered, and more.

An Inside Look at Competitive Swimming with Kylie Masse

Episode #72 features Kylie Masse, a 4x Olympic Medalist, 2x World Champion, and University of Toronto alum. Listen in to find out how her career in competitive swimming first started, what the sport has taught her about life, and much more.

Leading Windsor’s Largest Labour Union with Dave Cassidy

Episode #71 features Dave Cassidy, president of Unifor Local 444, which represents 20,000 active and retired members in 31 workplaces across the community. Listen in to learn more about his role, his proudest moments with Unifor, and where the opportunities lie in skilled trades throughout Windsor-Essex.

Around the Track Talk with Canadian Olympian Brandon McBride

Episode #70 features Windsor's own, Brandon McBride. Brandon is a two-time Canadian Olympian and currently holds the national record for 800 metres. Growing up, Brandon attended W.F. Herman Secondary School, and then went on to study and compete at Mississippi State University. Tune in to hear more about his track and field career and what he's been up to since the Summer Olympics in 2021.

An Inside Look at a Career in Racing with Roman De Angelis

Episode #69 features professional GTD driver, Roman De Angelis! Born and raised in Windsor-Essex, Roman began his racing career at just 9 years old. Since then, he has had many championships under his belt, including first-place finishes at the Detroit Grand Prix, Petit Le Mans, IMSA GTD Sprint Cup, and much more. Listen to find out what life is like in the fast lane!