The Science Teacher Who Turned Pottery, Paint, and Music into Community Magic

Jamie Carruthers is the kind of teacher every student remembers. But outside the classroom at Chippewa Secondary School, he’s quietly built a second life as a potter, painter, concert promoter, and all-around community champion.

From watercolor greeting cards to East Coast fiddlers, from charcuterie boards to charity fundraisers — Jamie’s creative spirit knows no bounds.

In this heartwarming and inspiring episode, we talk about his unexpected journey into the arts, how a lobster boat ride changed everything, and why he believes in saying yes to the unknown.

00:00 – 🍫 Cold Open: Chocolate Talk & Airline Stewardess Energy
05:00 – Meet Jamie Carruthers: Teacher, Artist & Concert Promoter
10:00 – The East Coast Connection & Summers in Nova Scotia
15:00 – From Science to Art: Pottery, Painting & Pandemic Inspiration
20:00 – How a Lobster Boat Ride Sparked a Music Movement
25:00 – Launching East Coaster Studios & Cards for Crabby People
30:00 – Promoting Live Music in North Bay: The First Few Concerts
35:00 – The April 28th Fundraiser feat. Madison Violet & Tara Spencer
40:00 – Dave Gunning, Rose Morrison & The May 26th Show
45:00 – Lenny Gallant’s Upcoming October Concert
50:00 – Closing Thoughts: Community, Creativity & Saying Yes