For this episode my guest was Gerald "Jerry" Guidolin, a very new resident at The Village of Riverside Glen, having only moved in earlier this month. This episode is not to be missed! By the nature of the magic of all the stories from everyone I interview I don't think I could possibly have a "favourite" radio guest, but I can honestly say that I can't remember the last time a one-hour conversation has contained so many entertaining and wildly unexpected pieces of history. Jerry was born and raised in the Ward, and now at 86, with a clear and vivid memory, Jerry shares Ward stories that go beyond anything I'd ever heard (which is really saying something because I've heard a lot of Ward stories). From watching a mafia funeral, to walking the family cow through the Ward, to stories of bootlegged un-pasturized milk and basement butcher shops. It's not all ward stories - Jerry was an electrician and helped build many buildings in Guelph, including the Athletic Centre on campus, as well as Guelph's General Hospital. He also worked in factories, a nuclear power plant, and a mine. I can't believe how many stories he fit into our visit (I tried not to spoil all of them, there are definitely more surprises if you listen). It sure was a fun one! Thank you Jerry for sharing with me! I hope you enjoy this as much as I did!
This interview was originally recorded on Nov 21st, 2024
