RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_1290e085-5d8b-4197-bd34-9b6d3654c947 -- Rendered At Tue, 22 Sep 2026 01:29:35 +0000 The Plain Truth https://redcircle.com/shows/the-plain-truth en-US Copyright 100.1 BayFM 100.1 BayFM 100.1 BayFM No one really knows what happens behind closed doors, but the Corner Brook Status of Women Council is hoping to shed some light on the issues that you may be experiencing. 1290e085-5d8b-4197-bd34-9b6d3654c947 episodic no 100.1 BayFM kody.gardner@boir.ca https://feeds.redcircle.com/1290e085-5d8b-4197-bd34-9b6d3654c947 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday 16, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday 16, 2026 100.1 BayFM "Trigger Warning"', This show will talk about concepts related to sexual violence, and we do know that those concepts and topics can be very triggering for some individuals so we encourage you to engage with this topic in a way that feels safe for you or at a time and place that feels safe for you.


Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Michelle Maloney, Violence Prevention and SARA Project Coordinator with the Corner Brook Status of Woman Council.

]]> <p>&#34;Trigger Warning&#34;&#39;, This show will talk about concepts related to sexual violence, and we do know that those concepts and topics can be very triggering for some individuals so we encourage you to engage with this topic in a way that feels safe for you or at a time and place that feels safe for you.</p><p><br></p><p>Host Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest this week is Michelle Maloney, Violence Prevention and SARA Project Coordinator with the Corner Brook Status of Woman Council.</p> f963718f-4890-4a97-aed2-28165c33534e https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/7.xml Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:01:09 +0000 1596 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday September 9, 2026 (first show of the new season) The Plain Truth, Wednesday September 9, 2026 (first show of the new season) 100.1 BayFM "Trigger Warning", this episode will deal with the topic of suicide, we will not get into personal stories, however this topic can be triggering for some people so we ask that you engage with this topic in a way that feels comfortable and safe for you.

Host Paula Sheppard's guest for the first show of this season is Sarah Power, Regional Suicide Prevention Coordinator with NL Health Services, Western Zone.

]]> <p>&#34;Trigger Warning&#34;, this episode will deal with the topic of suicide, we will not get into personal stories, however this topic can be triggering for some people so we ask that you engage with this topic in a way that feels comfortable and safe for you.</p><p>Host Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest for the first show of this season is Sarah Power, Regional Suicide Prevention Coordinator with NL Health Services, Western Zone.</p> 5a7b640c-4b6f-4915-9ff9-98753ac5b5e2 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/7.xml Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:24:36 +0000 1159 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday June 24, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday June 24, 2026 100.1 BayFM Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Oliva Brake, Summer Marketing Assistant for the Western Office of The Eating Disorder Foundation of NL "Trigger Warning", This week we will be talking about eating disorders, and as such we are going to provide a "Trigger Warning", this topic may be triggering for some listeners, we ask you take any measures necessary to engage with this topic and listen to it at at a time when you are feeling safe and have a supports around you. &#34;Trigger Warning&#34;, This week we will be talking about eating disorders, and as such we are going to provide a &#34;Trigger Warning&#34;, this topic may be triggering for some listeners, we ask you take any measures necessary to engage with this topic and listen to it at at a time when you are feeling safe and have a supports around you. o1036-4617-6a42bb19785ef https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:36:09 +0000 1175 false full The Plain Truth, June 17, 2026 The Plain Truth, June 17, 2026 100.1 BayFM This week's guest is Cathy Hoyles, Co-Founder of the Menopause Foundation of NL Cathy talks about the Menopause Foundation which was formed about a year ago. Cathy talks about the Menopause Foundation which was formed about a year ago. o1036-4617-6a33fb4283720 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:05:54 +0000 1554 false full The Plain Truth, June 10, 2026 The Plain Truth, June 10, 2026 100.1 BayFM This week's show talks about literacy and the services of the Murphy Center. Host Paula Sheppard's guest on the episode include Christ Joseph, Literacy Instructor with the Murphy Center and Destiny Hopkins from the Corner Brook Status of Women Council. Host Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest on the episode include Christ Joseph, Literacy Instructor with the Murphy Center and Destiny Hopkins from the Corner Brook Status of Women Council. o1036-4617-6a2abd1b60446 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:50:19 +0000 1415 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday June 3, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday June 3, 2026 100.1 BayFM This week's guest are Val St-Gelais, Executive Director with the Labrador West Status of Women Council, and Stacey Hoffe, Executive Director with the Mokami Status of Women Council "Trigger Warning", This show discusses gender based violence. The contents may be upsetting for some listeners so we ask that you please take comfort in ways that keep you safe and engaged with this information when you feel able. &#34;Trigger Warning&#34;, This show discusses gender based violence. The contents may be upsetting for some listeners so we ask that you please take comfort in ways that keep you safe and engaged with this information when you feel able. o1036-4617-6a217bc6e326d https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:21:10 +0000 1535 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday May 27, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday May 27, 2026 100.1 BayFM Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Quinn Jesso from Corner Brook Bay of Islands Pride June is Pride Month and there will be lots of activities in the region. June is Pride Month and there will be lots of activities in the region. o1036-4617-6a183f8f54b12 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 28 May 2026 13:13:51 +0000 1568 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday May 21, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday May 21, 2026 100.1 BayFM May 10-16 was National Nurses Week and this week's guest are from the Western Regional School of Nursing Peggy Colbourne is Director for the school and Travis Sheppard is a Nurse Educator. They both speak about the school and their experiences in the nursing profession. Listen to the full episode right here! Peggy Colbourne is Director for the school and Travis Sheppard is a Nurse Educator. They both speak about the school and their experiences in the nursing profession. Listen to the full episode right here! o1036-4617-6a0efdec66487 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 21 May 2026 12:43:24 +0000 1707 false full The Plain Truth, May 13, 2026 The Plain Truth, May 13, 2026 100.1 BayFM Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week in Angela Brockway, Integrated Youth Services Coordinator for Beckett Western at Vine Place Community Centre Last month there was a big announcement about Beckett Western. Angela talks about what Beckett means. Listen here! Last month there was a big announcement about Beckett Western. Angela talks about what Beckett means. Listen here! o1036-4617-6a05c9da9301c https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 14 May 2026 13:10:50 +0000 1579 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday May 6, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday May 6, 2026 100.1 BayFM Paula Sheppard's guest this week are Nicole Devoe, CASEY Coordinator, Rose , Your Prevention Coordinator, and Destiny Hopkins, from the Corner Brook Status of Woman Council. "Trigger Warning", The following episode contains content that some listeners may find distressing including discussions of sexual violence and exploitaton. We ask that you take precautions to prepare yourself to engage with this topic in ways that best suit you when you feel ready and able. &#34;Trigger Warning&#34;, The following episode contains content that some listeners may find distressing including discussions of sexual violence and exploitaton. We ask that you take precautions to prepare yourself to engage with this topic in ways that best suit you when you feel ready and able. o1036-4617-69fc8d5fbffa3 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 07 May 2026 13:02:23 +0000 1675 false full The Plain Truth, April 29, 2026 The Plain Truth, April 29, 2026 100.1 BayFM The discussion this week is about Mental Health Week Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Pete Parsons, Coordinator with Community Mental Health Initiative Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest this week is Pete Parsons, Coordinator with Community Mental Health Initiative o1036-4617-69f357d756568 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:23:00 +0000 733 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday April 22, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday April 22, 2026 100.1 BayFM This is Volunteer Appreciation Week and host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Colin Corcoran with the Community Sector Council On this week's show Colin talks about what volunteerism looks like in our province looks like right now. Listen for the full episode right here! On this week&#39;s show Colin talks about what volunteerism looks like in our province looks like right now. Listen for the full episode right here! o1036-4617-69ea1791a1841 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:58:57 +0000 1465 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday April 15, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday April 15, 2026 100.1 BayFM Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Chelsea Canning from Teleia Counselling and Wellness This show is about all things Perinatal Mental Health. Listen right here! This show is about all things Perinatal Mental Health. Listen right here! o1036-4617-69e0f372214a5 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:34:26 +0000 1577 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday April 8, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday April 8, 2026 100.1 BayFM Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Will Lummis, Regional Addictions Prevention Consultant with NL Health Services Western Zone Today's topic is about gambling. Today&#39;s topic is about gambling. o1036-4617-69d79ec528a0b https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:42:45 +0000 1795 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 25, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 25, 2025 100.1 BayFM Paula Shepperd’s guests this week are Tania Heath and Bridget Clarke from the St.John’s Status of Woman Council Paula Shepperd’s guests this week are Tania Heath and Bridget Clarke from the St.John’s Status of Woman Council who talk about a new e course titled “Empowering Them”. Listen to the full show here! Paula Shepperd’s guests this week are Tania Heath and Bridget Clarke from the St.John’s Status of Woman Council who talk about a new e course titled “Empowering Them”. Listen to the full show here! o1036-4617-69c53823bb5b5 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:44:00 +0000 1425 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 18, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 18, 2026 100.1 BayFM March 27 will be the first dedicated day for Canada's first A.I. Literacy Day Paula Sheppard's guest on this show is Destiny Hopkins, Research and Action Coordinator with The Corner Brook Status of Woman Council. Listen for the full episode here! Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest on this show is Destiny Hopkins, Research and Action Coordinator with The Corner Brook Status of Woman Council. Listen for the full episode here! o1036-4617-69bbf09089e36 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:48:16 +0000 1419 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 11, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 11, 2026 100.1 BayFM March is Nutrition Month, nutrition starts with access to healthy options Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Megan Salter, Regional Food Animator for Western Newfoundland and the Northern Peninsula from Food First NL Host Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest this week is Megan Salter, Regional Food Animator for Western Newfoundland and the Northern Peninsula from Food First NL o1036-4617-69b2def040f46 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:42:40 +0000 1221 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 5, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 5, 2026 100.1 BayFM This week's topic is Alzheimer's Disease Host Paula Sheppard's guest by phone this week is Shirley Lucas, Chief Executive Officer with The Alzheimer's Society of NL. Listen to the full show right here. Host Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest by phone this week is Shirley Lucas, Chief Executive Officer with The Alzheimer&#39;s Society of NL. Listen to the full show right here. o1036-4617-69a990731072d https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:17:23 +0000 1490 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday February 18, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday February 18, 2026 100.1 BayFM February is Heart Month Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Dr. Daisy Baldwin, Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Nursing with Memorial University. Listen to the full show here! Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest this week is Dr. Daisy Baldwin, Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Nursing with Memorial University. Listen to the full show here! o1036-4617-69971b3212fd2 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:16:18 +0000 1396 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday February 11, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday February 11, 2026 100.1 BayFM Paula Sheppard’s guest this week is Dan Meades, Provincial Coordinator for the Transiton House Association of NL. “ Trigger Warning” This week we will be discussing intimate partner violence, so we do put out a content warning that if this topic is difficult for you we wish that you take this information and do with it what will allow you to engage with this topic in a way that provides comfort and safety for you weather that be through the live segment or to listen to our podcast here on bayfm.ca “ Trigger Warning” This week we will be discussing intimate partner violence, so we do put out a content warning that if this topic is difficult for you we wish that you take this information and do with it what will allow you to engage with this topic in a way that provides comfort and safety for you weather that be through the live segment or to listen to our podcast here on bayfm.ca o1036-4617-698dd2f7aff32 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:17:43 +0000 1362 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday February 4, 2026 The Plain Truth, Wednesday February 4, 2026 100.1 BayFM February is Violence Prevention Month February is Violence Prevention Month, Paula Sheppard’s guest this week is Local Violence Coordinator Michelle Maloney. February is Violence Prevention Month, Paula Sheppard’s guest this week is Local Violence Coordinator Michelle Maloney. o1036-4617-6984a67deb53d https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:17:33 +0000 1325 false full The Plain Truth, January 28, 2026 The Plain Truth, January 28, 2026 100.1 BayFM “Trigger Warning”, Today’s show contains discussion of intimate images which may be disturbing for some listeners. We ask that you consider your needs and engage with this material in a way that is best for you. Please take care of yourself and reach out for help if you need it. Paula Sheppard’s guest this week is Destiny Hopkins, Research and Action Coordinator with the Corner Brook Status of Women Council. This week Destiny and Paula will be talking about A.I. created images that may be intimate or even pornographic that are being investigated at several schools in the province. Paula Sheppard’s guest this week is Destiny Hopkins, Research and Action Coordinator with the Corner Brook Status of Women Council. This week Destiny and Paula will be talking about A.I. created images that may be intimate or even pornographic that are being investigated at several schools in the province. o1036-4617-697b90615c984 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:52:49 +0000 1458 false full The Plain Truth, January 14, 2026 The Plain Truth, January 14, 2026 100.1 BayFM Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Destiny Hopkins from the Corner Brook Status of Woman Council. Destiny is Project Lead for a project that is looking at technology facilitated gender based violence and that includes on-line violence. "Trigger Warning", The topic of today's show is stalking. This may be a topic that may be difficult for some listeners. We give you this information so that you can prepare yourself for listening to this podcast or for taking care of yourself and listening at a time in which it will work best for you. We hope that you take comfort and that you are able to take information away from this segment. &#34;Trigger Warning&#34;, The topic of today&#39;s show is stalking. This may be a topic that may be difficult for some listeners. We give you this information so that you can prepare yourself for listening to this podcast or for taking care of yourself and listening at a time in which it will work best for you. We hope that you take comfort and that you are able to take information away from this segment. o1036-4617-6968fe494ad53 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:48:41 +0000 1506 false full The Plain Truth, The Plain Truth, 100.1 BayFM The Plain Truth, January 7, 2026 Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Katie Temple, Executive Director of the Western Environment Centre. Host Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest this week is Katie Temple, Executive Director of the Western Environment Centre. o1036-4617-695fea9432d31 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:34:12 +0000 1756 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday December 17, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday December 17, 2025 100.1 BayFM Today's show talks about stress and Mental Health during the holidays. Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Peter Parsons, Mental Health Promotions Coordinator with the Community Mental Health Initiative. Today's show talks about stress and Mental Health during the holidays. Host Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest this week is Peter Parsons, Mental Health Promotions Coordinator with the Community Mental Health Initiative. Today&#39;s show talks about stress and Mental Health during the holidays. o1036-4617-694445b52d9b0 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:19:33 +0000 1553 false full The Plain Truth, December 10, 2025 The Plain Truth, December 10, 2025 100.1 BayFM Today's show will provide tips on how to prevent or better manage Diabetes Today's guest is Laura O'Driscoll, Senior Policy Manager with the Diabetes Canada. Today&#39;s guest is Laura O&#39;Driscoll, Senior Policy Manager with the Diabetes Canada. o1036-4617-693acb142848d https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 13:45:56 +0000 1660 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday November 26, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday November 26, 2025 100.1 BayFM Host Paula Sheppard's guests this week are Destiny Hopkins, Lead Coordinator for the Technology Facilitated Gender Based Violence Project with the Corner Brook Status of Women's Council and Michelle Maloney, Violence Prevention and SARA Project Coordinator "Trigger Warning", This episode will discuss violence, and this topic may be emotionally challenging for some. This warning is simply to empower you the audience with the knowledge you need to make healthy decisions about how and if you wish to engage with this topic. If following this episode you are triggered help is available through 811 or Doorways. &#34;Trigger Warning&#34;, This episode will discuss violence, and this topic may be emotionally challenging for some. This warning is simply to empower you the audience with the knowledge you need to make healthy decisions about how and if you wish to engage with this topic. If following this episode you are triggered help is available through 811 or Doorways. o1036-4617-692dca1d2dac5 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:02:21 +0000 1426 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday November 19, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday November 19, 2025 100.1 BayFM Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Healther Davis, Executive Director of the Committee of Family Violence which oversees Willow House "Trigger Warning", Our topic today will discuss violence, the topic may be disturbing for some listeners, for this reason we ask that you decide how and when you may wish to engage with the content of this episode. &#34;Trigger Warning&#34;, Our topic today will discuss violence, the topic may be disturbing for some listeners, for this reason we ask that you decide how and when you may wish to engage with the content of this episode. o1036-4617-691f2283930ea https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:15:31 +0000 1673 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday November 13, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday November 13, 2025 100.1 BayFM Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Peter Parsons, Inter-Agency Coordinator with the Community Mental Health Initiative "Trigger Warning", This week's topic will include discussion of addiction, which some listeners may find disturbing. We ask that you prioritize your well being and engage in a way that feels safe for you. &#34;Trigger Warning&#34;, This week&#39;s topic will include discussion of addiction, which some listeners may find disturbing. We ask that you prioritize your well being and engage in a way that feels safe for you. o1036-4617-69160a76d6277 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:42:30 +0000 1249 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday October 29, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday October 29, 2025 100.1 BayFM October is Woman's History Month On this episode of "The Plain Truth" we celebrate woman in leadership. Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week include newly minted Corner Brook Mayor Linda Chaisson and councilor Sherry Dean. On this episode of &#34;The Plain Truth&#34; we celebrate woman in leadership. Host Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest this week include newly minted Corner Brook Mayor Linda Chaisson and councilor Sherry Dean. o1036-4617-69036bd23356b https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:44:50 +0000 1228 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday October 15, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday October 15, 2025 100.1 BayFM Saturday October 18 is "World Menopause Day" Paula Sheppard's guest this week are Catherine Burry and Cathy Hoyles from Menopause Foundation NL to help us understand a little bit more about this stage of women's lives. Listen to the full show right here. Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest this week are Catherine Burry and Cathy Hoyles from Menopause Foundation NL to help us understand a little bit more about this stage of women&#39;s lives. Listen to the full show right here. o1036-4617-68f0f72a4f669 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:46:18 +0000 1911 false full The Plain Truth , Wednesday September 25, 2025 The Plain Truth , Wednesday September 25, 2025 100.1 BayFM Homelessness is an issue being seen in more communities in our country. Homelessness is an issue being seen in more communities in our country.This week host Paula Sheppard talks with Sherry speaks with Sherry from the NL Housing and Homelessness Network. Homelessness is an issue being seen in more communities in our country.This week host Paula Sheppard talks with Sherry speaks with Sherry from the NL Housing and Homelessness Network. o1036-4617-68d54cd2cb6d9 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:08:00 +0000 1359 false full The Plain Truth, September 18, 2025 The Plain Truth, September 18, 2025 100.1 BayFM Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Allison Cains, Violence Prevention and Sara Project Coordinator "Trigger Warning", The content of this episode may be emotionally challenging as we discuss consent and sexual assault. We encourage you to make healthy choices about how and when you engage with this content, and if you need mental health support your can reach out to 811, Bridge the Gap or visit your local Doorways. &#34;Trigger Warning&#34;, The content of this episode may be emotionally challenging as we discuss consent and sexual assault. We encourage you to make healthy choices about how and when you engage with this content, and if you need mental health support your can reach out to 811, Bridge the Gap or visit your local Doorways. o1036-4617-68cc0df752f0f https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 18 Sep 2025 13:49:43 +0000 1403 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday September 3, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday September 3, 2025 100.1 BayFM World Suicide Prevention Day is Wednesday September 10 “Trigger Warning”, This episode will discuss suicide. The content of this episode may be emotionally challenging. This warning is simply to empower you, the audience with the knowledge you need to make healthy decisions about how and if you should consume this content. If you are triggered , help is available through 811 or Doorways. World Suicide Prevention Day is an awareness day observed on September 10 every year in order to engage commitment and action to prevent suicide wth various activities around the world. Host Paula Sheppard’s guests include the Regional Suicide Prevention Coordinators with NL Health Services. Listen to the full show right here. “Trigger Warning”, This episode will discuss suicide. The content of this episode may be emotionally challenging. This warning is simply to empower you, the audience with the knowledge you need to make healthy decisions about how and if you should consume this content. If you are triggered , help is available through 811 or Doorways. World Suicide Prevention Day is an awareness day observed on September 10 every year in order to engage commitment and action to prevent suicide wth various activities around the world. Host Paula Sheppard’s guests include the Regional Suicide Prevention Coordinators with NL Health Services. Listen to the full show right here. o1036-4617-68b9a04187be0 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:20:49 +0000 1648 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday June 26, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday June 26, 2025 100.1 BayFM On this show host Paula Sheppard speaks with Julia Abundo, Provincial Coordinator of HIV/HCV Services at ACNL. "Trigger Warning", This episode may include potentially sensitive information we ask that you please take care of yourself and to please reach out for help and take comfort if you need to. Syphilis is a bacterial infection and for a period was almost eradicated but now. On this show host Paula Sheppard speaks with Julia Abundo, Provincial Coordinator of HIV/HCV Services at ACNL. &#34;Trigger Warning&#34;, This episode may include potentially sensitive information we ask that you please take care of yourself and to please reach out for help and take comfort if you need to. Syphilis is a bacterial infection and for a period was almost eradicated but now. On this show host Paula Sheppard speaks with Julia Abundo, Provincial Coordinator of HIV/HCV Services at ACNL. o1036-4617-685d7e5bb8c86 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 26 Jun 2025 17:07:39 +0000 1359 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday June 18, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday June 18, 2025 100.1 BayFM June is Men's Health Month and this year focuses on improving men's mental well being and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health issue. " Trigger Warning", This week's program contains sensitive content related to mental health issues. Listener discretion and care is advised. June is Men's Health Month and this year focuses on improving men's mental well being and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health issues. Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Peter Parsons, Mental Health Promotions Coordinator with the Community Mental Health Initiative. &#34; Trigger Warning&#34;, This week&#39;s program contains sensitive content related to mental health issues. Listener discretion and care is advised. June is Men&#39;s Health Month and this year focuses on improving men&#39;s mental well being and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health issues. Host Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest this week is Peter Parsons, Mental Health Promotions Coordinator with the Community Mental Health Initiative. o1036-4617-68543916c860b https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 19 Jun 2025 16:21:42 +0000 1236 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday June 11, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday June 11, 2025 100.1 BayFM June is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to shed light on one of Canada's leading health challenges June is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to shed light on one of Canada's leading health challenges. Host Paula Sheppard has two guests this week to dive into this issue. Her first guest is Dr. Michelle Ploughmen, A Canadian Research Chair and a Rehabilitation Brain Recovery Professor at MUN who joins the show by phone and her other guest is Sarah Jane Downton, who survived a stroke from a young age. LIsten to the full show here. June is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to shed light on one of Canada&#39;s leading health challenges. Host Paula Sheppard has two guests this week to dive into this issue. Her first guest is Dr. Michelle Ploughmen, A Canadian Research Chair and a Rehabilitation Brain Recovery Professor at MUN who joins the show by phone and her other guest is Sarah Jane Downton, who survived a stroke from a young age. LIsten to the full show here. o1036-4617-684affb63e5f1 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:26:30 +0000 1511 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday June 4, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday June 4, 2025 100.1 BayFM Host Paula Sheppard’s guest this week is Erica Penney, Legal Support Navigator with The Journey Project who explains what this project does. “Trigger Warning”This week’s topic may be triggering or may cause discomfort for some of our listeners. In such a situation we do ask that you take comfort and protect your well being in whatever way works best for you. Host Paula Sheppard’s guest this week is Erica Penney, Legal Support Navigator with The Journey Project who explains what this project does. “Trigger Warning”This week’s topic may be triggering or may cause discomfort for some of our listeners. In such a situation we do ask that you take comfort and protect your well being in whatever way works best for you. Host Paula Sheppard’s guest this week is Erica Penney, Legal Support Navigator with The Journey Project who explains what this project does. o1036-4617-6841a35a12078 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 05 Jun 2025 14:02:02 +0000 1664 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday May 28, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday May 28, 2025 100.1 BayFM This week's topic is about Hate Crimes "Trigger Warning". This week's show will be discussing acts of violence and harm which may be difficult for some listeners. We suggest that you seek support in whatever way you feel comfortable, that may be through family and friends, calling 811, accessing Doorways, or Bridge the Gap. This week's topic is about Hate Crimes. Hate crimes have been increasing in Canada. This week ours guests are Allison Cains, Violence Prevention Coordinator with the Corner Brook Status of Woman Council and Katie Giffin, Tech Facilitated Gender Based Coordinator &#34;Trigger Warning&#34;. This week&#39;s show will be discussing acts of violence and harm which may be difficult for some listeners. We suggest that you seek support in whatever way you feel comfortable, that may be through family and friends, calling 811, accessing Doorways, or Bridge the Gap. This week&#39;s topic is about Hate Crimes. Hate crimes have been increasing in Canada. This week ours guests are Allison Cains, Violence Prevention Coordinator with the Corner Brook Status of Woman Council and Katie Giffin, Tech Facilitated Gender Based Coordinator o1036-4617-68386c101d4f7 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 29 May 2025 14:15:00 +0000 1330 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday May 21, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday May 21, 2025 100.1 BayFM Host Paula Sheppard’s guest is Quinn Jesso, Program Facilitator with Trans NL and co-chair of CBBOI Pride. The topic of conversation on this week’s show is Pride Month. Host Paula Sheppard’s guest is Quinn Jesso, Program Facilitator with Trans NL and co-chair of CBBOI Pride. The topic of conversation on this week’s show is Pride Month. Host Paula Sheppard’s guest is Quinn Jesso, Program Facilitator with Trans NL and co-chair of CBBOI Pride. o1036-4617-682f2ead39aa7 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 22 May 2025 14:03:25 +0000 1500 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday May 7, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday May 7, 2025 100.1 BayFM Monday May 12 is International Nurse's Day, Monday May 12 is International Nurse's Day, Paula Shapperd's guest this week is Yvette Coffey, President of the Registered Nurses Union of NL. Monday May 12 is International Nurse&#39;s Day, Paula Shapperd&#39;s guest this week is Yvette Coffey, President of the Registered Nurses Union of NL. o1036-4617-681cac687a853 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 08 May 2025 13:06:48 +0000 1637 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday April 30, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday April 30, 2025 100.1 BayFM Mental Health Week is celebrated each year during the first week of May Host Paula Sheppard's guest on The Plain Truth this week is Peter Parsons, Mental Health Promotions Coordinator with the Community Mental Health Initiative. The theme this year is "Unmasking Mental Health". Host Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest on The Plain Truth this week is Peter Parsons, Mental Health Promotions Coordinator with the Community Mental Health Initiative. The theme this year is &#34;Unmasking Mental Health&#34;. o1036-4617-681379b8a3f4a https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 01 May 2025 13:40:08 +0000 1209 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday April 16, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday April 16, 2025 100.1 BayFM The topic of this week’s show is Parenting The topic of this week’s show is Parenting.On this episode of The Plain Truth host Paula Sheppard speaks with Brenda Young, Parent Program Coordinator with the Family Outreach Resource Center. The topic of this week’s show is Parenting.On this episode of The Plain Truth host Paula Sheppard speaks with Brenda Young, Parent Program Coordinator with the Family Outreach Resource Center. o1036-4617-680104f0e8ec2 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:41:04 +0000 1533 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday April 9, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday April 9, 2025 100.1 BayFM "International Day of Pink" Wednesday April 9 was "International Day of Pink". Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Quinn Jesso, Program Facilitator with Trans-support NL Wednesday April 9 was &#34;International Day of Pink&#34;. Host Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest this week is Quinn Jesso, Program Facilitator with Trans-support NL o1036-4617-67f7be0e01937 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:48:14 +0000 1470 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday April 2, 2024 The Plain Truth, Wednesday April 2, 2024 100.1 BayFM April 2 is World Autism Acceptance Day In NL it's estimated in this province that 1 in 57 children or youth between the ages of 5 and 17 may be living with Autism. Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is Jessica Wyatt, Navigator with the Autism Society of NL in the Western Region. In NL it&#39;s estimated in this province that 1 in 57 children or youth between the ages of 5 and 17 may be living with Autism. Host Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest this week is Jessica Wyatt, Navigator with the Autism Society of NL in the Western Region. o1036-4617-67ee9414ed3a4 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 03 Apr 2025 13:58:44 +0000 1304 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 26, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 26, 2025 100.1 BayFM This week's topic is Gambling March is Gambling Awareness Month, Gambling is often seen as a recreational activity in our communities from bingos to lotteries to prize show fundraisers. This month also seek to raise awareness about problem gambling. Host Paula Sheppard's guest this week is William Lummis, Regional Addictions Prevention Consultant in the Western Zone for NL Health Services. March is Gambling Awareness Month, Gambling is often seen as a recreational activity in our communities from bingos to lotteries to prize show fundraisers. This month also seek to raise awareness about problem gambling. Host Paula Sheppard&#39;s guest this week is William Lummis, Regional Addictions Prevention Consultant in the Western Zone for NL Health Services. o1036-4617-67e55785b8b4e https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 27 Mar 2025 13:49:57 +0000 1795 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 19, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 19, 2025 100.1 BayFM March is Fraud Awareness Month in Canada, with the rising sophistication of scams, we felt it was important to highlight this topic March is Fraud Awareness Month in Canada, with the rising sophistication of scams, we felt it was important to highlight this topic. Paula Sheppard’s guest this week is Katie Giffin, Research and Action Coordinator with the Corner Brook of Status Woman’s Council. March is Fraud Awareness Month in Canada, with the rising sophistication of scams, we felt it was important to highlight this topic. Paula Sheppard’s guest this week is Katie Giffin, Research and Action Coordinator with the Corner Brook of Status Woman’s Council. o1036-4617-67dc1ce654083 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 20 Mar 2025 13:49:26 +0000 1248 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 12, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 12, 2025 100.1 BayFM This week's guest is Carolyn Wakeham, CEO of NLOWE In 2024 in Canada just under 20% of private sector businesses were majority woman owned. Paula's Sheppard's guest on this week's show is Carolyn Wakeham, CEO of Newfoundland and Labrador Organization of Woman Entrepreneurs. In 2024 in Canada just under 20% of private sector businesses were majority woman owned. Paula&#39;s Sheppard&#39;s guest on this week&#39;s show is Carolyn Wakeham, CEO of Newfoundland and Labrador Organization of Woman Entrepreneurs. o1036-4617-67d2e8ef09433 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 13 Mar 2025 14:17:19 +0000 1124 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 5, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday March 5, 2025 100.1 BayFM March is known as Woman's History Month and Saturday March 8 is going to be International Woman's Day. March is known as Woman's History Month and Saturday March 8 is going to be International Woman's Day. This week host Paula Sheppard speaks with Holly Pike, board member with the Corner Brook Status of Woman's Council who helps us understand a little bit more about this holiday and a little bit about it's history. March is known as Woman&#39;s History Month and Saturday March 8 is going to be International Woman&#39;s Day. This week host Paula Sheppard speaks with Holly Pike, board member with the Corner Brook Status of Woman&#39;s Council who helps us understand a little bit more about this holiday and a little bit about it&#39;s history. o1036-4617-67c9c9b35d71d https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 06 Mar 2025 16:13:39 +0000 1199 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday February 26, 2025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday February 26, 2025 100.1 BayFM The cost of living, possible tariffs, these economic questions and pressures are on everyone's minds these days The cost of living, possible tariffs, these economic questions and pressures are on everyone's minds these days. Paula Shppard's guest on this episode will help us understand some of what is currently happening. Lynn Kendall is a Chartered Professional Accountant and a faculty member in the Business Program at Grenfell Campus. The cost of living, possible tariffs, these economic questions and pressures are on everyone&#39;s minds these days. Paula Shppard&#39;s guest on this episode will help us understand some of what is currently happening. Lynn Kendall is a Chartered Professional Accountant and a faculty member in the Business Program at Grenfell Campus. o1036-4617-67c0742b950ae https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:18:19 +0000 1357 false full The Plain Truth, Wednesday February 19, 22025 The Plain Truth, Wednesday February 19, 22025 100.1 BayFM February is known as Black History Month in Canada, Paula Sheppard's guests today are Charles and Jamie from the Grenfell Campus Black Student's Caucus February is known as Black History Month in Canada, Paula Sheppard's guests today are Charles and Jamie from the Grenfell Campus Black Student's Caucus. The both talk about some activities that will take place this month at the campus. February is known as Black History Month in Canada, Paula Sheppard&#39;s guests today are Charles and Jamie from the Grenfell Campus Black Student&#39;s Caucus. The both talk about some activities that will take place this month at the campus. o1036-4617-67b7443120754 https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:03:13 +0000 1209 false full The Plain Truth, February 12, 2025 The Plain Truth, February 12, 2025 100.1 BayFM On this week's show host Paula Sheppard speaks with Mary Walsh, Executive Director of "End Sexual Violence" On January 23 the Provincial Government made an annoucement about taking action to address gender based violence and one of the recommendations that they made was that the RCMP adopt a new policy to allow for the anonymous storage of sexual assault nurse examiner kits. On this week's show host Paula Sheppard speaks with Mary Walsh, Executive Director of "End Sexual Violence" about what this policy means in this province. On January 23 the Provincial Government made an annoucement about taking action to address gender based violence and one of the recommendations that they made was that the RCMP adopt a new policy to allow for the anonymous storage of sexual assault nurse examiner kits. On this week&#39;s show host Paula Sheppard speaks with Mary Walsh, Executive Director of &#34;End Sexual Violence&#34; about what this policy means in this province. o1036-4617-67adf8c806c1c https://www.bayfm.ca/ondemand/the-plain-truth/ Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:51:04 +0000 1171 false