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Equally at home on camera or behind a microphone, Craig Thompson is a skilled interviewer who launched his film and television production company, Ballinran Entertainment, in 1995 following more than a decade as a broadcast journalist and foreign correspondent. He has written, produced, and directed dozens of award-winning documentaries. The Stratford Slice represents a full circle for Thompson, who started his career at the local radio station. The Stratford Slice illuminates extraordinary stories, through conversations with a range of fascinating people with a connection to Stratford.

  1. Echoes from the Sky: Diana Bishop on the Legacy of Billy Bishop

    11/06/2025

    Echoes from the Sky: Diana Bishop on the Legacy of Billy Bishop

    In this episode, Diana Bishop - journalist, author, and granddaughter of First World War flying ace Billy Bishop opens up about the weight and wonder of inheriting a national legend. She reflects on family stories stitched with courage, controversy and myth, and how that lineage sparked her curiosity and influenced her career. Diana shares discoveries from researching her grandfather for a documentary and subsequent book, and discusses what it means to carry a name into the future.

    35 min
  2. Frankenstein’s Daughter and Two Monsters of Comedy - With Dan Castellaneta & Michael Gellman

    10/23/2025

    Frankenstein’s Daughter and Two Monsters of Comedy - With Dan Castellaneta & Michael Gellman

    Craig sits down with two comedy legends — Dan Castellaneta, the Emmy Award–winning actor best known as the voice of Homer Simpson, and Michael Gellman, acclaimed Second City director and co-founder of Process Theatre. They reflect on their decades in comedy and explore the pressures on satire and free expression in the United States while celebrating Canada’s rich comedy legacy.  The conversation also delves into their latest collaboration, Frankenstein’s Daughter,  which recently completed a sold-out world premiere run in Stratford.

    52 min
  3. The Rose of Stratford - Recognizing Rose McQueen

    10/16/2025

    The Rose of Stratford - Recognizing Rose McQueen

    While Tom Patterson is credited with the vision for a Shakespearean theatre festival in Stratford, his inspiration came from his high school teacher Rose McQueen, who instilled in many of her students, a love for the classics.  Craig sits down with Robert McQueen, Laura Pogson and Rachel Kelleher, to discuss the campaign underway to recognize Rose McQueen's place in Stratford's history.

    35 min
  4. The River Runneth Dry - with Robert Ritz & Kelan Herr

    08/13/2025

    The River Runneth Dry - with Robert Ritz & Kelan Herr

    On this episode of the Stratford Slice, Craig is joined by Robert Ritz, Chair of the Stratford Rotary Dragon Boat Festival, and Kelan Herr, third generation owner of The Boathouse, to discuss the Avon River Crisis, how it happened, and what should happen next.

    39 min
  5. Breaking Silence, Building Bridges, and Shaping Stories - with Justin Poy

    05/01/2025

    Breaking Silence, Building Bridges, and Shaping Stories - with Justin Poy

    May is Asian Heritage Month, and Craig welcomes Justin Poy as his guest to discuss his efforts to combat racism through storytelling. Justin is a distinguished figure in Canada’s advertising and media industry, renowned for his pioneering work in multicultural marketing, particularly on behalf of the Chinese community.

    32 min
  6. Trash + Fashion = Trashion

    04/22/2025

    Trash + Fashion = Trashion

    In recognition of Earth Day, we present a runway preview of Stratford Trashion Week. Craig and co-host Joan Chapple, herself a talented  fashion and jewelry designer, chat with event founder Jessica Guy, and artist and clothing designer Claire Scott about how the environment and fashion are intertwined.

    48 min
  7. Notes from the Field with Dayna Manning

    04/17/2025

    Notes from the Field with Dayna Manning

    Craig’s guest on this episode of The Stratford Slice is Juno-nominated singer-songwriter and community music champion Dayna Manning. Interspersed with musical selections from Dayna’s catalogue, our conversation offers a revealing glimpse into a career highlighted by lucky coincidences, chance encounters and a life changing connection to Canada Day.

    53 min
  8. Curds, Cider and Commerce - Aaron Martin on Tariffs and Transformation

    04/10/2025

    Curds, Cider and Commerce - Aaron Martin on Tariffs and Transformation

    In this episode of The Stratford Slice Craig chats with Aaron Martin, Manager of the Stratford & District Chamber of Commerce, for a wide-ranging conversation about the local economic impact of the Trump tariffs on agriculture, manufacturing, and other key sectors. We also delve into Aaron’s entrepreneurial journey—from dairy farming and crafting water buffalo cheese to his latest venture launching a winery and cidery.

    25 min
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Equally at home on camera or behind a microphone, Craig Thompson is a skilled interviewer who launched his film and television production company, Ballinran Entertainment, in 1995 following more than a decade as a broadcast journalist and foreign correspondent. He has written, produced, and directed dozens of award-winning documentaries. The Stratford Slice represents a full circle for Thompson, who started his career at the local radio station. The Stratford Slice illuminates extraordinary stories, through conversations with a range of fascinating people with a connection to Stratford.

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  • Creator
    Stratford Slice
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Stratford Slice
  • Show Website
    The Stratford Slice