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More than a business podcast, this is about people - the individuals who make the City of Kawartha Lakes a place worth living, working, and growing in.

Each monthly episode features stories that range from those about small, family-run retail stores, to large entrepreneur manufacturers, to leaders in the area’s social and non-profit agencies. While it’s a profile of where they come from, where they are and where they’re headed, it’s also a celebration of why these unique people do what they do. Their stories, told in their own voices. While the show emanates from what is officially called, a “city,” you'll realize In Good Company with Wards Lawyers is really about a community. 

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Our Guests

A strong podcast needs strong subject-matter experts. 

As the largest law firm in the area, Wards Lawyers brings together lawyers and law clerks across a wide range of practice areas - each with their own strengths, approaches, and perspective. That creates a deep bench of guests who can explain complex topics clearly, and connect legal concepts back to real decisions.  

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Meet the Team 

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Executive Producer 

Melissa Wemyss brings thoughtful leadership to the podcast. 

As CEO of Wards Lawyers, Melissa is deeply connected to the people and stories that shape the local business and non-profit community.

 

She brings a steady and intentional approach to each episode, helping uncover the “why” behind each guest’s journey and ensuring their voice is shared with authenticity and clarity. 

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Host

Denis Grignon brings a genuine curiosity to every episode.

Denis is a long-time resident of the City of Kawartha Lakes with a journalism career spanning more than three decades. He is a skilled interviewer who knows how to research, prepare, and guide conversations so they are clear, engaging, and meaningful. 
 

Most importantly, Denis asks the questions listeners would ask, helps guests share their stories in their own voice, and keeps each conversation grounded, approachable, and real. 

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Audience

That's you!

We want this show to reflect real stories and voices from across the Kawartha Lakes and surrounding region. Each episode highlights the people behind local businesses, organizations, and initiatives, exploring where they have come from, where they are, and where they are headed. It is as much about their journey as it is about why they do what they do.

 

If there is a story you think deserves to be told or someone we should feature, we would love to hear from you. Email: info@wardlegal.ca

Our Guests​​

Produced with the support of

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Whether you’re planning ahead or responding to something unfolding right now, we’ll help you move forward with clarity and confidence.  

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