Welcome to At Home In Waterloo Region, the podcast that shines a spotlight on the heart and soul of this incredible community — the people! Hosted by Cheryl Goetz, this show features inspiring locals and passionate business owners, sharing their stories, motivations and challenges. Whether you're a long-time resident, new to the area, or somewhere in between, join in and explore what makes Waterloo Region such a special place to live, work and grow. Each episode dives into the journeys behin ...
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Farmers, chefs, restaurateurs and everything that is part of the Waterloo Region food community.
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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz sits down with Ivonne Hammoud, registered social worker and founder of New Moon Counselling, to talk about her journey from agency work to building a thriving private practice in Waterloo Region. Ivonne shares her honest experiences as a business owner, mother, and therapist, offering insigh…
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Saltbox Mortgage Agent | Amanda Walczyk
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44:12In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz welcomes back sponsor and returning guest Amanda Walczyk, a licensed mortgage agent at Saltbox Mortgages. Together, Cher and Amanda share updates from the real estate and mortgage markets, break down current financial trends affecting homeowners, and reflect on takeaways from a recent women’…
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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz sits down with Ajoa Mintah, chemical engineer turned ice cream entrepreneur and founder of Four All Ice Cream. Ajoa shares her journey from a 15-year engineering career to launching an inclusive ice cream brand built on the values of creativity, science, and community connection. From sourci…
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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz welcomes Destiny Moser, founder and executive chef of FoodZen. After 17 years in the tech industry managing mergers and acquisitions, Destiny pivoted during the pandemic to launch a personal chef and pre-made meal service rooted in Indigenous values. As a working mother of three, she’s built…
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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cheryl Goetz sits down with Kristina Bartold, co-founder of The Social Snippet, host of The Community Podcast, and co-creator of High Vibe Women. Kristina shares how her social media side hustle evolved into a full-service digital agency rooted in community, connection, and authenticity. From building …
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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cheryl Goetz sits down with Kitchener-born Sandra — a first-generation Portuguese Canadian, foodie, and the creator of Fearless Cookin’ and Pragmatic Consulting. Sandra shares how personal health challenges and a love of flavour launched her clean spice blend business, while her passion for problem-sol…
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Brittany Schmidt | Psychic Medium
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1:10:15In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cheryl Goetz sits down with Brittany Schmidt, a psychic medium, energy healer, and subconscious mind coach. Brittany shares her path from working in finance and real estate to stepping fully into her intuitive gifts. She opens up about her early spiritual experiences, her transition into mediumship, an…
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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cheryl Goetz sits down with Tanya Thompson, the founder of Thompson Soap Co., to discuss her inspiring transition from the corporate world to natural product creation. Tanya shares how becoming a mother sparked her awareness about everyday toxins, ultimately leading her to create a line of all-natural …
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Saltbox Mortgage Agent | Amanda Walczyk
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53:56In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz sits down with returning guest and sponsor Amanda Walczyk, Mortgage Agent at Saltbox Mortgage, for a cozy conversation full of laughs, mortgage insight, and real talk. Between bites of chocolate chip cookies, the two dive into unique mortgage products, lessons learned in their careers, and t…
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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz sits down with Jacklyn (Jackie) Warminton, Chief Operating Officer of Den 1880, a boutique co-working and event space in Waterloo. Jackie shares her unique journey from hospitality and small business ownership—including running a tattoo shop and lash lounge—to helping build Den 1880 into a t…
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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz welcomes Amy Miller, founder and creative director of The Sunday Social Co., a visual and event planning agency that blends photography, marketing, and community-building. Amy shares her journey from personal blogging while raising her kids to running a full-service creative agency that supp…
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In today’s episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz chats with Kerri Rubicini, founder of KW Moms Club, about how a simple idea to connect with other moms turned into a vibrant community of support, fun, and empowerment for families across the region. Kerri shares how her own motherhood journey inspired her to create events, programs, and …
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In today’s episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz sits down with Beckie Prime, founder of Becks Broth, to discuss how a passion for healing and wellness evolved into a thriving, community-rooted business. Beckie shares how a transformative health journey led her to discover the power of food as medicine—and how that journey ultimately be…
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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz sits down with Elaine Decleir, the energetic founder of Joy Media and the creative mind behind The Local Advocate. With a love for community, travel, and tacos, Elaine brings a refreshing approach to marketing—focusing on meaningful connection, playful strategy, and storytelling. From her ea…
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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz sits down with Maddy Aucoin, a website copywriter, entrepreneur, and public speaker who helps business owners write copy rooted in trust, transparency, and empathy. A former higher education professional turned two-time business owner, Maddy shares her journey from crafting inclusive wooden …
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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, host Cheryl Goetz welcomes brand designer and creative entrepreneur Amy Esplen for an inspiring and lighthearted conversation about building a design business rooted in creativity, clarity, and community. Amy shares her journey from creating quirky Facebook collages to studying design at George Brown a…
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In this inspiring episode of At Home In Waterloo Region, host Cheryl Goetz chats with Sarah Laing, owner of MCAT Social—a full-service boutique social media marketing agency specializing in foundations, messaging, and authentic connections. Sarah opens up about her journey from a soul-draining corporate job to building a thriving business that not …
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Something Beyond Mom | Crystal + Savannah
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29:28In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz sits down with Crystal and Savannah, the inspiring co-founders of Something Beyond Mom, a vibrant community built to support moms in reclaiming space for themselves beyond their parenting roles. What began as a casual conversation at a playdate has grown into monthly events designed for conn…
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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz sits down with Ainsley Poirier, the vibrant force behind Harp & Fin, a boutique and floral studio rooted in creativity, authenticity, and connection. Ainsley shares about her transition from leading one of KW’s largest event businesses to building a brand that feels deeply aligned with who s…
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Saltbox Mortgage Agent | Amanda Walczyk
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47:53In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz invites guest Amanda Walczyk, better known as Saltbox Mortgage Agent. Amanda’s path into the mortgage world was anything but conventional, beginning with a degree in film and a career in events before pivoting into mortgages during the pandemic. With a passion for real estate, a flair for co…
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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cheryl Goetz sits down with Irene Divaris, founder of Meal in a Jar. From a successful career in the fitness industry to an unexpected journey into food entrepreneurship, Irene has built a business that focuses on nutritious, convenient meals with a sustainable approach. What started as a simple soluti…
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Balance + Bliss | Andrea Mondoux
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1:05:01In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cheryl Goetz sits down with Andrea Mondoux, a transformation coach, speaker, four-time published author, and former host of The Balance and Bliss podcast. With over a decade of experience, Andrea has dedicated her career to helping individuals reframe the narratives they tell themselves and embrace the…
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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, host Cheryl Goetz sits down with Megan Schnarr, an operations manager who specializes in helping small businesses streamline their systems and manage operations efficiently. Megan's expertise lies in supporting creative entrepreneurs and business owners by organizing their day-to-day tasks, improving p…
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Welcome to At Home In The Waterloo Region with Cheryl Goetz
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13:48In the very first episode of At Home in Waterloo Region with Cheryl Goetz, Cheryl introduces herself and the inspiration behind starting this podcast. Cheryl shares her journey from a childhood marked by travel and adventure, to building a career in real estate in the heart of Waterloo Region. She discusses the challenges and rewards of entrepreneu…
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Rhapsody Barrel Bar in Downtown Kitchener
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17:47Tammy Lawrence describes how she came to open this popular downtown venue and a bit about the food and music.Por Andrew Coppolino
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Communitech's Iain Klugman talks food and restaurants
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13:48Klugman talks about food and restaurants and why they are important to a robust city and business sector.Por Andrew Coppolino
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Rob Theodosiou talks about the new Abe Erb
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12:41The new Abe Erb at The Tannery is open!Por Andrew Coppolino
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Langdon Hall's Brie Dema Talks Sparkling Wine
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14:31Langdon Hall sommelier Brie Dema talks about Champagne and sparkling wine, the differences between the two, pairing with food, and the quality of Ontario sparklers.Por Andrew Coppolino
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Alex Kinsella talks about food and the Kitchener restaurant scene
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19:45A talk with Alex Kinsella of Communitech in Kitchener, Ontario.Por Andrew Coppolino
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THEMUSEUM CEO David Marskell talks about food, cooking, downtown Kitchener restaurants and old cook books.Por Andrew Coppolino
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Jay Park: Langdon Hall Senior Chef de Partie
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11:39A chat with Langdon Hall Senior Chef de Partie Jay Park: he loves cooking, baseball and Jagermeister.Por Andrew Coppolino
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A talk with Nick Benninger about his taco business and food in general.Por Andrew Coppolino
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A mushroom foraging adventure on the banks of the Grand River.Por Andrew Coppolino
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Cafe Pyrus beats the LRT construction odds
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20:56A talk with Cafe Pyrus owner Tyzun James. Ethical sourcing, community leadership and healthy eating is what they do so well. And damn good coffee.Por Andrew Coppolino
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A talk with Wendi Yates of C'est Cheese Please! in Galt, Cambridge.Por Andrew Coppolino
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