Hello and welcome to CFRC 101. FM’s Airwave YGK Musicians-in-Residence podcast series brought to you through the generous support of the City of Kingston and Kingston Arts Council! In this episode, you’ll hear a fantastic interview with local artist Ari Bautista also known by their stage name Atiari who sat down with CFRC Arts News […]
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Hello and welcome to our fourth installment of Leave It All on the Stage with Tom Savage! This episode, “Why Bother Making Albums Anymore?” features local musicians and songwriters Chris Brown and Liv Whitfield known by her stage name Luella. These wonderful artists join Tom to discuss the importance of the album as an art […]
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In this episode: the latest in Kingston nature news. An advocacy-based motion supported unanimously by City Council urges senior levels of government to take steps toward establishing a National Marine Conservation Area in Lake Ontario. A flashback to an interview with Julia Stroud, Excecutive Director of Sustainable Kingston, in anticipation of next week’s Kingston Climate […]
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The May 27th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
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Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The May 26th edition of The Corridor features a written submissions from LJI Reporter Michelle […]
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The May 25th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
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In this episode: updates directly from City Hall, including a decision from Council’s last meeting taking steps towards a new dome for the John Machin Soccer Park, the unveiling of the Tragically Hip final concert 10th anniversary events this summer, an interactive art exhibition on display at Rideau Heights Community Centre, and more. Also, your […]
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In this Airwave YGK Musicians-in-Residence episode, listeners can enjoy a live off the floor performance by local electronic artist Luke Barry that aired on April 14th 2026. Luke is a computer engineering student at Queen’s University who, over the past two years has become heavily obsessed with electronic music, and started only producing his own […]
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In this Airwave YGK Musicians-in-Residence episode, CFRC’s Aara Macauley sat down with local electronic artist Luke Barry to chat about his creative work, inspirations and more. Luke is a computer engineering student at Queen’s University who, over the past two years has become heavily obsessed with electronic music, and started only producing his own music […]
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Welcome to the third installment of Leave It All on the Stage with Tom Savage: “Music Promotion in the 21st Century” This episode features two people who play a huge part in bringing a tonne of quality acts in wide range of genres and levels of prominence to Kingston, Virginia Clark of Flying V Productions, […]
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The May 20th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
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Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The May 19th edition of The Corridor features a written submissions from LJI Reporter Michelle […]
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Episode 25 marks the end of Season 1 of The Other Side of the Call. In this episode, Amelia sits down with Rebecca and Kathy Ann to revisit the moments that stayed with them most— pulling together powerful clips and themes that emerged across the season. This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s a deeper look […]
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The May 18th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
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In this episode: the Ontario Premier League soccer season is in full swing, and Kingston is making waves. The Sentinels had an electric home opener at the end of April, bringing semi-professional soccer back to Kingston for the first time in a decade. Along with this early success, franchise owner Victory Grounds Ventures already has […]
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Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The May 12th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey […]
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Andrew McLean is a former police officer, author of Beaten Black and Blue, and mental health advocate. This conversation is not about a single traumatic call. It is about accumulation. The slow, often invisible impact of repeated exposure to trauma, and how that exposure changes the way first responders think, trust, and function over time. […]
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The May 11th edition of Today in YGK begins with a story from Aara Macauley on the feasibility of using environmentally friendly alternatives to road salts. Jesse Bell looks offers a quick history on the Kingston Grenadiers youth football team ahead of their May 16th season opener. Christena Lawrie discusses the future of the addictions […]
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In this episode: An update on the future of Kingston’s addiction and mental health services. With the closure of the city’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site on the horizon due to loss of Provincial support and recent news of Kingston being approved for a HART Hub, Council discussed and ultimately approved a multi-part response […]
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Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The May 5th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey […]
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In our second installment of Leave It All on the Stage, host Tom Savage sits down with legendary rocker Stephen Stanley and local singer-songwriter Claya Brackenbury aka Piner. Both sit down with Tom to discuss supporting independent musicians in the streaming age and both even play an acoustic song for you to enjoy! Thank you […]
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In this episode of The Other Side of the Call, In this episode of The Other Side of the Call, we sit down with retired firefighter Rob Leathen for a direct and unfiltered conversation about what the job gives, what it takes, and what it can quietly erode over time. Rob reflects on his path […]
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In this episode: Some highlights from City Council’s last meeting, including a new pilot air-conditioner program to support vulnerable residents ahead of extreme summer heat, Council’s reaction to the Province’s new “bring-your-own” permit option, and new measures to improve oversight of partner organizations in response to the taxi commission fallout. Plus, Inclusive Play Project and […]
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Get to know our special guest Dr. Trevor Pugh! Dr. Pugh is a cancer genomics researcher and board-certified molecular geneticist at the forefront of precision medicine. As holder of the Canada Research Chair in Translational Genomics, he uses genome sequencing to understand causes of cancer, guide treatment of patients, and detect early disease using blood […]
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Christena Lawrie reports on a Council motion aimed at strengthening oversight and accountability for organizations receiving public funds, following issues that led to the dissolution of the Kingston Area Taxi Commission. Council also approves a pilot program to provide air conditioners to vulnerable residents ahead of the summer heat, targeting low-income seniors with medical needs. […]
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Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The April 28th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey […]
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Where do first responders actually go for support when they’re not ready, or not willing, to sit across from a therapist? In this resource-focused episode, we sit down with Dr. Heather Hadjistavropoulos, Executive Director of PSPNet, to explore a different approach to mental health care for public safety personnel. PSPNet is a Canadian program offering […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie reports on Kingston’s Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign as it works to bring the Jumpstart Inclusive Playground across the funding finish line the week, while City Council debates, and ultimately rejects, the Province’s new bring-your-own-alcohol framework for public events. Jesse Bell previews the upcoming CFL Draft, highlighting top Canadian […]
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Join Dr. Amoon Jamzad (Computing) for a discussion of his research at the intersection of artificial intelligence and cancer care with a foucs on his open-source MassVision software.
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In this episode: Kingston’s 2026 Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign aims to bring the Jumpstart Inclusive Playground across the funding finish line next week, with 100 per cent of proceeds supporting the $1.5 million project that just broke ground in Shannon Park. The Kingston Climate Summit returns for its second year with an expanded two-day […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie sits down with Queen’s University Kinesiology and Health Studies professor Dr. Samantha King to dive into her new book, “Protein: The Making of a Nutritional Superstar”, tracing protein’s rise from a scientific concept to a marketing phenomenon, investigating how its popularity has been shaped by industry, culture, and identity. […]
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Coming up on this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we’re talking to Tom Stewart, Board Chair and founder of Homegrown Live, and Denis Leroux, President of the Joe’s Music Mill Board of Directors. HomeGrown Live Music Productions was founded in 2008 with a mission to facilitate community understanding and appreciation of live music, produce […]
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Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The April 21st edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey […]
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In our premiere episode of Leave It All on the Stage, host Tom Savage sits down with local artists and changemakers Tom Stewart and Moira Demorest. Both sit down with Tom to discuss the importance of music and musicians in the community and their own roles in helping bring shape to a connected community in […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie kicks off with headlines, sitting down with Sustainable Kingston’s Executive Director to discuss the expanded 2026 Kingston Climate Summit. Henry Walker covers Queen’s campus news, including a university budget model review, scrutiny surrounding AMS governance and finances, a student’s national win at the NHL Innovation Competition, and evolving street […]
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In part two of this National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week roundtable, the conversation shifts from what dispatch is to what it can do to the people doing it. Featuring dispatchers from police, fire, and paramedic services across Canada and the United States, this episode explores the cumulative impact of repeated exposure to crisis, the realities […]
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In this episode: The latest from City Hall. After unanimous support from Council, a temporary bylaw prohibiting clear cutting is now in effect until the City’s new Official Plan comes into play. In the same meeting, Council votes to explore the creation of a municipal tree conservation incentive program, a new way to protect the […]
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Christena Lawrie kicks off the show with updates from City Hall, including a report to Council on a significant construction delay in the Culligan Water Park project and updates on how the City is moving forward to protect Kingston’s tree canopy. Campus reporter Henry Walker brings you the latest from Queen’s, covering student housing safety […]
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Coming up on this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we’re talking to Sam MacLeod, General Manager of the Spire. The Spire, located at 82 Sydenham Street is a historic Kingston landmark with over 170 years of history. It has become a vibrant community hub for the arts and non-profit groups, housing more than 20 […]
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Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The April 14th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey […]
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In recognition of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, this special roundtable brings together dispatchers from police, fire, and paramedic services across Canada and the United States. With decades of combined experience, this conversation breaks down what 911 dispatch actually is, what it requires in real time, and why it’s often misunderstood. From cognitive overload and […]
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Christena Lawrie leads with local headlines, including Queen’s medical students advocating for action on housing and homelessness in Kingston. Campus reporter Henry Walker brings you the latest from Queen’s, covering student housing safety concerns, AMS scrutiny, and university finances. Jesse Bell has your sports update, highlighting the Gaels women’s flag football provincial win and national […]
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In this episode: Partners in Mission Food Bank prepares for its annual Food Blitz on Saturday, April 11, collecting donations at grocery stores across Kingston. The event comes following five record-breaking years for use of the food bank, with no signs of slowing down. The Transplant Advocate Association marks Green Shirt Day and BeADonor Month […]
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Host Christena Lawrie leads this episode of Today in YGK with in-depth coverage of Queen’s University medical students advocating for action on housing and homelessness, followed by your weekly weather and traffic updates with Jesse Bell, and a roundup of local events and concerts across Kingston.
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Coming up on this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we’re talking to Richard Hogan, board member of Transplant Advocate Association about the organization and BeADonor Month. There are currently over 1700 Ontarians on the organ transplant waiting list, and thousands more waiting for tissue transplants. While more than 90% of eligible Ontarians indicate that […]
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Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The April 7th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey […]
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First responder work does not stay at the station, the hall, the hospital, the prison, or the dispatch centre. It comes home. In Part Two of this conversation, psychotherapist and doctoral candidate Parul Shah returns to explore what happens when the pressure inside first responder families becomes too much to carry. Drawing from both clinical experience and […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie sits down with LodgePole Arts Alliance to discuss their vision for an Indigenous-led cultural space at Lemoine Point Farm following the City’s purchase, including upcoming public consultations to shape the site’s future. Henry Walker follows with your Queen’s Campus Beat, covering an AMS deficit, student governance concerns, the closure […]
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Welcome to a fresh new season of CFRC’s Airwave YGK programming! We’re very excited to present the first artist joining the station for this year’s Airwave YGK Musicians-in-Residence programming! In this Airwave YGK podcast, host Dinah Jansen sits down with our first Musician-in-Residence Kyra Daniel for a frankly outstanding conversation with this brilliant young local […]
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In this episode: Researchers at Kingston Health Sciences Centre and Smith Engineering at Queen’s University are redefining how we understand shoulder movement with a first-of-its-kind imaging study, while the Great Lakes Museum prepares to welcome families with its inaugural Bunnies on Boats Easter event. At City Hall, Council finalizes the $12M purchase of Lemoine Point […]
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Host Christena Lawrie brings you the latest from City Hall, incuding the finalization of the City’s purchase of the Lemoine Point Farm property, and Council’s response to impending changes to harm reduction resources in the city. Campus Reporter Henry Walker breaks down rising Queen’s residence fees, a shrinking university deficit, and new data on student […]
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Coming up on this special Club Takeover of our airwaves, we’re talking to Prachi Ray, co-founder of the national Ask and Undergrad organization, and president of the Ask an Undergrad Queen’s chapter. Ask An Undergrad (AAU) is a national not-for-profit organization that is driven by its mission to help high school students to better understand […]
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Join Dr. Slyvia Pinherio, a lab coordinator and researcher in Psychology, for a discussion of her current research project which explores children’s sharing behaviour online. See more of her work with the Social Cognition Lab!
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First responder work does not stay at the station, the hospital, or the dispatch center. It comes home. In this first part of a two-part conversation, trauma therapist and doctoral candidate Parul Shah joins The Other Side of the Call to talk about the often-unseen impact of first responder work on families. Parul brings more […]
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Join Sophia Charyna (English) for a discussion of her research which is titled Imagining New Divinities in Twentieth Century Speculative Fiction.
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Host Christena Lawrie brings you the latest from City Hall, incuding the Adelaide Street Ahelter wind-down and Lionhearts’ laundry program extension, and Council’s push to declare student debt a municipal economic concern. Campus Reporter Henry Walker breaks down rising Queen’s residence fees, a shrinking university deficit, and new data on student mental health. Jesse Bell […]
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Covering the latest developments in Kingston and regional news from Brockville to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The March 17th 2026 edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie speaks with Executive Director Maddi Andrews about the rebrand of Modern Fuel Artist-Run Centre to Cultivate Art Commons, exploring what the shift means ahead of the organization’s 50th anniversary. The, she dives into updates from City Hall, including a scaled-back plan to mark the The Tragically Hip final concert […]
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The Release Radar Rundown, hosted by Dinah Jansen in partnership with the Kingston Music Office typically airs new releases emerging from Kingston artists each week on Thursdays at 11:30 AM. On March 26th, we extended the episode from 30 minutes for a full two hours to pay tribute to local music icon, Winston Vinh who […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie brings you the latest from City Hall, including a scaled-back plan for The Tragically Hip final concert 10th anniversary celebrations after community pushback and a new push to explore eco-friendly road salt alternatives. Henry Walker breaks down Queen’s campus updates on student mental health, budget pressures, and new research initiatives. […]
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Coming up on this special Campus Takeover of our airwaves, we’re talking to 16 upper year students in DRAM439: Advanced Performance Creation along with their professor, Dr Mariah (Mo) Horner about the 2026 edition of Theofest. Theofest is a free festival of 16 original solo performances from students in the DAN School of Drama & […]
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Covering the latest developments in Kingston and regional news from Brockville to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The March 17th 2026 edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI […]
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What does it mean to fight fire in a place where everyone knows everyone, resources are stretched, and you may be on call any time you are in town? In Episode 17 of The Other Side of the Call, we return to Fort Smith, Northwest Territories, for Part 2 of our conversation with longtime volunteer […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie covers the rebrand of Cultivate Art Commons (formerly Modern Fuel) and what it means for the future of Kingston’s arts community. Campus reporter Henry Walker brings updates on student mental health, St. Patrick’s Day enforcement, potential timetable changes, and more. Jesse Bell delivers your weather and traffic for the […]
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Christena Lawrie reports on new motions at City Council’s last meeting, including responses to extreme winter and summer weather conditions. Dinah Jansen sits down with Fran Harkness to preview the Great Bach Marathon, a celebration bringing together musicians of all ages to perform the works of Johann Sebastian Bach in support of local music education. Henry […]
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Coming up on this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we’re talking to David Ellingwood, General Manager of Cataraqui Conservation. We’ll also hear snippets of conversation with other participants in their recent Maple Madness launch event. Cataraqui Conservation is a community-based environmental protection and advisory agency, created in 1964 by the Province of Ontario at […]
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Join Chris Greencorn (History) for a discussion of his research on race and authenticity in Helen Creighton’s collection of Nova Scotian folk culture.
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What does firefighting look like in a town where everyone is a volunteer? In Episode 16 of The Other Side of the Call, we travel to Fort Smith in Canada’s Northwest Territories to speak with longtime volunteer firefighter Jason and his wife Helen about life and emergency response in a northern community of just over 2,000 […]
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Get to know our special guest Dr. John Muscedere! Dr. Muscedere is an intensivist at Kingston General Hospital (KGH), and Professor of Critical Care Medicine in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Queen’s University. He also serves as the Research Director of the Critical Care Program at Queen’s and KGH, and Co-Chair of the Canadian […]
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Covering the latest developments in Kingston and regional news from Brockville to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The March 17th 2026 edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI […]
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Christena Lawrie reports on new motions at City Council exploring a driveway windrow clearing service and a potential residential air-conditioning program to support vulnerable residents as extreme weather becomes more common. Henry Walker brings the latest from Queen’s University, including the appointment of an interim AMS president, a proposed expansion of class scheduling into evenings […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie takes you inside A Sheltered Life, a powerful portrait exhibit at the Tett Centre for Creativity & Learning amplifying the stories of residents who have experienced homelessness, speaks with Kingston-born photographer Brett Hitchins on his work being featured in a Canada Post stamp series, and breaks down key City […]
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Host Christena Lawrie opens this episode speaking with artist Kyla Todd about A Sheltered Life, a powerful new exhibit highlighting the stories of Kingston residents who have faced homelessness. Henry Walker brings the latest from Queen’s University, including the safe return of students stranded abroad, developments following the AMS president’s resignation, and new FlixBus service […]
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Join new Associate Dean Dr. Ian Matheson to learn about his research and his new role in the School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs.
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Coming up on this special Club Takeover of our airwaves, we’re talking to Queen’s Swing Dance Club President Laura Bernier, as well as DJ Coordinator and Music Manager Tony ter Huurne. Queen’s Swing Dance Club is a vibrant social dance community that aims to educate and foster community around swing dancing. In continuous operation since […]
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Coming up on this special Club Takeover of our airwaves, we’re talking to Takunda Govere and Emily Sowa Co-Leads of Step Above Stigma. Step Above Stigma is an AMS Club striving to increase mental health care accessibility and end the stigma. The club empowers youth and young adults to critically question social norms and step […]
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Covering the latest developments in Kingston and regional news from Brockville to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The March 10th 2026 edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI […]
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Families connected to military, Veteran, and public safety service carry responsibilities that often go unseen. Shift work, mobility, operational stress, caregiving demands, and identity strain shape family life long before crisis ever occurs. In this episode, we sit down in studio at CFRC with Dr. Heidi Cramm and Lisa Delaney of Garnet Families, a national […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie sits down with Events Manager Sandi Griffiths to learn more about the Downtown Kingston BIA’s announcement of a new multu-genre music festival set to launch this fall. Henry Walker delivers the latest from Queen’s University, including the AMS president’s resignation, a biology field course currently stuck in Qatar due […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie speaks with Queen’s Health Sciences student Cassie Porte about bringing the first-ever Team Cassie & Friends Run to Kingston, raising awareness and support for children living with juvenile arthritis. Downtown Kingston BIA Events Manager Sandi Griffiths shares the story behind RoadTrip, a new multi-genre music festival set to transform […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie talks the wrap up of Kingston Canadian Film Festival. Henry Walker delivers the latest from Queen’s University, including the AMS president’s resignation and province-wide student protests over OSAP cuts and rising tuition. Jesse Bell brings you the week’s weather and traffic outlook, and Giulianna Gonsalves rounds out the show […]
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Join Hanna Burrows (Psychology) for a discussion of her research on dog-human relationships.
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In this episode, we sit down with Jason MacKenzie, the husband of OPP Constable Cindy MacKenzie, who died by suicide while serving. Rather than revisiting institutional failures of the past, this conversation focuses on institutional learning and progress. Jason reflects on the personal realities of loss, parenting, and survival, while also discussing recent outreach from […]
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Covering the latest developments in Kingston and regional news from Brockville to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The March 3rd 2026 edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI […]
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Christena Lawrie speaks with Kingston Canadian Film Festival director Marc Garniss about why KCFF 2026 is opening and closing with hockey stories, and how Youngblood and Heated Rivalry offer a fresh lens on the sport at a complicated cultural moment. Henry Walker brings you the latest Queen’s campus news, including a confirmed measles exposure, student […]
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Host Christena Lawrie covers the kickoff of the 2026 Kingston Canadian Film Festival, the City’s purchase securing the future of Lemoine Point Farm after decades of community advocacy, the upcoming Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser in support of Lionhearts, and City Council’s investment in life sciences innovation with Tri-Colour Labs.
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Hello and welcome to another special episode of Campus Beat. In this edition, we are chatting with Queen’s University Rector Niki Boytchuk-Hale and each of the 2026 Agnes Benedickson Tricolour Award winners. The Tricolour Award and induction into the Tricolour Society is the highest tribute that can be paid to a Queen’s University student for […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie reports on the City of Kingston’s purchase of Lemoine Point Farm property, speaking with long-time advocates about what the move means for protecting the land into the future. Henry Walker brings you the latest from Queen’s campus, including public health alerts, student initiatives, and major developments affecting the university […]
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Join Joshua Holmes A Court (Classics) for a discussion of his research on the Greek influence on the development of monumental Etruscan temples.
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Coming up on this special Club Takeover of our airwaves, we welcome senior leadership exec Jaryd Te from QMED to talk about their 4th annual Queen’s Med Fights Cancer Charity Hockey Game, an event organized by medical students at Queen’s University supporting brain cancer research in partnership with the Canadian Cancer Society. This fundraiser began […]
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Covering the latest developments in Kingston and regional news from Brockville to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The February 25gh 2026 edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI […]
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Today we’re at CFB Kingston with Lt. Col. Steve Boychyn of Wounded Warriors Canada. Wounded Warriors Canada offers trauma and resiliency programs across the country. For clarity and length, today we’re focusing on six of their key programs — each serving a different stage of service or a different group of people. Here’s how today’s […]
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Coming up on this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we’re talking to Jacob Blackburn, Marketing Intern with KCFF about the 2026 edition of the Kingston Canadian Film Festival. The Kingston Canadian Film Festival is the largest festival in the world dedicated exclusively to Canadian film. Founded in 2001, KCFF is a charitable cultural organization […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie breaks down City Council’s unanimous move to strengthen the City’s Tree By-Law, and the push to secure a Kingston stop on the proposed Alto high-speed rail line. Henry Walker brings you Queen’s campus news, including major changes to provincial post-secondary funding and ongoing scrutiny around AMS governance. Plus, Jesse […]
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Christena Lawrie reports on last night’s City Council meeting, including a decision to review outdoor rink operations and the push for answers from Circular Materials Ontario and Emterra Environmental to improve curbside recycling service following widespread complaints. Henry Walker delivers the latest from Queen’s University, including the rollout of new tap-enabled student cards, Relay for […]
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Join Maximilian Biezenski (Philosophy) for a discussion of his research on the contemporary significance of Stoic Ethics.
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Coming up on this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we’re talking to PXR Venue Producer Nicole Eun-Ju Bell, about the upcoming PXR conference, hosted by Single Thread Theatre Company. Now in its 6th year, the Performance and XR Conference celebrates the evolution of live performance in virtual, augmented and mixed realities. This national event […]
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Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The February 17th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey […]
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Michael Laughlin had already fought his way back more than once, but then, a motorcycle accident changed everything again. In Part II of Mind Over Fire, Michael speaks candidly about the aftermath of losing his leg, the physical and emotional realities of starting over, and the slow work of redefining strength when the old measures […]
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Host Christena Lawrie speaks with Lionhearts CEO Travis Blackmore about Kingston’s upcoming Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser and the growing need for food support in the community, before reporting on the extension of downtown’s Spirit of Winter: Enchanted festival. Henry Walker delivers the latest Queen’s campus news, from new student cards and Relay for […]
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Coming up on this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we welcome Trinette Atkinson, Audience Development Manager of the Spire to talk about their upcoming fundraiser for Almost Home, as well as teasing other upcoming events. The Spire, located at 82 Sydenham Street is a historic Kingston landmark with over 170 years of history. It […]
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Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The February 12th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey […]
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In this episode of Today in YGK, host Christena Lawrie reports on the latest City Council meeting, including the City’s plan to create a Student Housing Strategy, and the extension of the Spirit of Winter festival downtown. Henry Walker covers the latest Queen’s campus news, including student government controversy and debate sparked by Queen’s long-term […]
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Join Anna Smythe (Classics) for a discussion of their research on epigraphy, or everyday writing, from subordinate people in pre-Hellenistic Greece.
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Early in his career, Kingston firefighter Michael Laughlin was seriously injured in a snowmobile accident that threatened not just his physical recovery, but his place in the fire service itself. In Part I of Mind Over Fire, Michael walks us through his younger years, the realities of recovering from a major injury in a profession […]
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In this episode of Today in YGK, host Christena Lawrie reports on the latest City Council meeting, including the deferal of proposed funding for events marking the 10th anniversary of The Tragically Hip’s final concert, and a motion aimed at improving public consultation around supportive and emergency housing. Henry Walker covers the latest Queen’s campus […]
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Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The February 5th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie dives into two stories from the cinema, a collaboration between the Canadian Museum of Health Care and the Cinema Society of Kingston and a milestone moment for the local film industry with the national release of Kingston-shot feature Den Mother Crimson. Henry Walker breaks down key developments on campus, […]
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Join Getachew Tadese (Rehabilitation Sciences) for a discussion of his work on the role of community-based rehabilitation programming in enabling formal and natural supports for person’s with disabilities and their families in Ethiopia.
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Shaun Taylor is a working Ontario paramedic and the co-founder, alongside Jill Foster, of #IGYB911, one of Canada’s most recognizable and trusted grassroots peer support movements for first responders. In this episode of The Other Side of the Call, Shaun joins hosts Amelia Thornton, Rebecca Rafuse, and Kathy-Ann Laman for an honest, trauma-informed conversation about […]
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Host Christena Lawrie delivers the latest local headlines, including a conversation with Downtown Kingston’s Sandi Griffiths on the return of the Spirit of Winter festival. Henry Walker breaks down the latest campus politics and student government news, Jesse Bell brings the week’s weather and traffic outlook, and Giulianna Gonsalves rounds things out with concerts and […]
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Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada, the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters and the generous sponsorship of Kim Purcell Realty. The January 29th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey […]
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CFRC broadcast journalist Christena Lawrie covers the Museum of Health Care’s transition to the Canadian Museum of Health Care and Council’s approval of the 2026 municipal budget, including a 3.75 per cent property tax increase and key investments in housing, infrastructure, and emergency services. Henry Walker dives into the latest at Queen’s, highlighting TEDxQueensU 2026, […]
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Join Rachel Korchinsky (Chemistry) and Prama Roy (Environmental Studies) for a discussion of their work as the Youth Public Outreach and Education Coordinators for the Contaminants of Emerging Concern – Research Excellence Network (CEC-REN).
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Coming up on this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we welcome Gail and Mike to talk about “Love Hurts”, a Chinlock Wrestling special event on February 14th in support of Ryandale Transitional Housing. Ryandale provides transitional housing for individuals seeking stability in a clean and sober living environment. The residents are coming from homelessness, […]
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Hello and welcome to another special edition of Campus Beat. It’s Elections and Referenda time at Queen’s University with all manner of student candidates, student clubs, Queen’s University services and a few community organizations currently campaigning for office or for student fees across the AMS and SGPS memberships. In this episode, the CFRC team got […]
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Hello and welcome to another special edition of Campus Beat. Elections and referenda campaign time is now underway for candidates and clubs under the Society of Graduate and Professional Students! In this episode, we are chatting with SGPS Executive Candidates about their campaigns. SGPS members are reminded that voting for candidates and student fees takes […]
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Hello and welcome to another special edition of Campus Beat. Elections and referenda campaign time is still very much underway for candidates and clubs under the Alma Mater Society through January 27th! In this episode, we are featuring coverage of the AMS All Candidates’ Debate which occurred on Friday January 23rd on the second floor […]
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