Valentine Episode: Stolen Kisses and Roller Coaster Wishes
10 February 2026

Valentine Episode: Stolen Kisses and Roller Coaster Wishes

Elora Fergus Podcast

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Love is in the air (along with a bit of "Love Boat" nostalgia) as Ryan Joyce and Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy celebrate Valentine's Day on the Elora Fergus Podcast . Whether you're celebrating a 76-year marriage or just trying to survive a first date, Valentine's Day is almost here!

In this episode:

    Sweet Memories: We talk about the "worst candies on the planet"—those chalky conversation hearts—and the childhood thrill of handing out Care Bears cards in the classroom .

    The Cinnamon Heart Tradition: Barb shares a heartwarming memory of the plastic hearts her mother filled with tiny cinnamon treats every single year .

    Memorable Dating Disasters: * Barb recounts a date with a Porsche salesman that ended with both of them "feeling sick" only to run into each other at the bar an hour later . Ryan shares a "romantic" (and slightly startling) story involving a Spanish accent and a broken glass.

Join the Fun: What is your most memorable date story? Tell us on Facebook or Instagram! Barb might even dig out some 30-year-old cinnamon hearts for the best story (don't worry, they never change form!) .