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 15th edition of The Corridor features a written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith […]
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Coming up in this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we’re delighted to welcome Alex, Joey, and Keshvi from TEDxQueensU. TEDx is an initiative developed by TED to spark and spread their mantra of “ideas change everything” TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that work to bring communities together to share a TED-like […]
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As Fire 52 intensified near Hay River in the Northwest Territories, evacuation orders were issued and Highway 2 became a narrow, smoke-filled corridor of stalled vehicles, poor visibility, and rapidly changing fire behaviour. In this mini-episode, Franco Nogarin, a Forest Planning Officer and Wildfire Modeller with the Government of the Northwest Territories, reads his unedited […]
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The January 8th edition of The Corridor features a written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey (Brockville Recorder & Times) and Michelle […]
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In this episode of Today in YGK, host Christena Lawrie reports on the opening of Kingston’s first queer bar since 2009. Campus News Reporter Henry Walker returns with the first Campus Beat of 2026, bringing students the scoop as the semester gets underway. Jesse Bell delivers the week’s weather and traffic report, before Lawrie wraps […]
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Join Abigail Bergeron (Philosophy) for a discussion of her dissertation research on American philosopher Albert Borgmann (1937-2023) and his work on the role of technology in modern life.
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Get to know our special guest Dr. Lisa Tannock – New Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences at Queen’s University, Director of the School of Medicine and CEO of the Southeastern Academic Medical Organization (SEAMO)! Dr. Tannock completed her MD and clinical training in internal medicine at the University of Toronto, then completed subspecialty […]
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Coming up in this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we’re delighted to welcome Michaela Tassone, Olivia Buchanan, and Mo Kelly, from Queen’s Musical Theatre. They play Cinderella, the Narrator, and the Baker’s Wife respectively in their upcoming production of Into the Woods. (QMT) is a student-run organization at Queen’s University dedicated to bringing together […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie discusses the City’s new Bird-Friendly City certification from Nature Canada, and the city’s first Peace Poll to be installed in Breakwater Park in 2026. Jesse Bell provides your weather and traffic reports for the upcoming week. Lawrie also runs through some upcoming concerts and events.
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie sits down with Karen Santucci, representing the City’s Bird Team, to dive into Kingston’s official Nature Canada Bird-Friendly City certification, a title the City has been working towards for the past year. Lawrie also covers some of Council’s final decisions of 2025, an ongoing community campaign raising awareness about […]
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The January 1st edition of The Corridor features a written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey (Brockville Recorder & Times) and Owen […]
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In this episode of Today in YGK, host Christena Lawrie covers this year’s K-Town Countdown event at the INVISTA Centre, the city’s first Peace Poll to be installed in 2026, and more. Jesse Bell provides your weather and traffic reports for the upcoming week, including New Year’s Eve closures. Lawrie also runs through some upcoming […]
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Join KM on the FM and Suyin the DJ Bear for a discussion of events, workshops, and support services on campus to explore in 2026.
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A resolution-free look back at the year that was and ahead to 2026. Includes gentle prompts for creative reflection. Please note this episode deals with topics that may be sensitive to some listeners. Approach with care.
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On this episode of Today in YGK, host Christena Lawrie covers the latest from Kingston City Council, and the final stretch of a campaign supporting local hospitals. Jesse Bell brings you your weather and traffic for the week, before Lawrie returns with a look at upcoming concerts and events around the city.
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The December 25h edition of The Corridor features a written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey (Brockville Recorder & Times) and Owen […]
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Join KM on the FM and Suying the DJ Bear for a review of Grad Chat in Fall 2025.
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Today we’re revisiting a suggestion from our character development episode in depth. Learn how to ask the right questions of your character to spark inspiration and add complexity and dimension to who they are.
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On this episode of Today in YGK, host Christena Lawrie covers local healthcare updates, including a year-end fundraising campaign supporting Kingston hospitals and new investments in mental health and addiction care at Kingston Health Sciences Centre. She also reports on the launch of Kingston’s “See It. Name It. Change It!” campaign to address intimate partner […]
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The December 18h edition of The Corridor features a written submission from LJI Reporter Michelle Dorey Forestell (The Kingstonist). Audio contributors for […]
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Join Dr. Chikezirim Nwoke, a SSHRC postdoc in Geography and Planning, for a discussion of his research “Tech-in-to-the-Future” which explores immigration, Black youth empowerment, and digital technology in Canada’s shifting economy.
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Writers are often told to “show, don’t tell”, but how do you put that into practice? In this week’s episode, we’ll explore the five senses and how you can use them to add nuance and dimension to your work.
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Ella and her guest, Claire, talk all things bisexuality. We cover topics like myths, famous bisexuals, online queer discourse, and more. Consider this our love letter to our identity <3. Endless thank yous to my friend and housemate Madi for editing this massive episode.
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie covers some highlights from last week’s City Council meeting, a new mental health resource launched by four second-year Queen’s University students, and a few stories to get you into the holiday spirit, including the success of this year’s Toys for Tickets program and the ongoing Kingston General Hospital Teddy […]
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The December 1th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey (Brockville Recorder & Times) & Michelle Dorey […]
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In this feature podcast, we welcome local musician and 2025 Airwave YGK alumnus Oscar Evans back to CFRC’s airwaves to discuss his newly released EP, Gotta Start Somewhere. This talented jazz musician chats with us about his work as a musician from a young age through today while sharing music and details about the new […]
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Join Ramtin Mojtahedi (Computing) for a discussion of his PhD research on deep learning approaches for liver cancer segmentation, tumour-type classification, and survival prediction from contrast-enhanced CT imaging. Ramtin is open to discussing his research further and can be reached at ramtin.mojtahedi@queensu.ca.
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Coming up in this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we’re delighted to welcome Ronda and Rhyley for a chat about Martha’s Table. Serving the Kingston community since 1997, Martha’s Table provides a unique home where respect, compassion, caring and social interaction can occur in an atmosphere of mutual support, with nutritious meals and snacks […]
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Everyone faces it, everyone dreads it. This week we look at the different causes of writers’ block, and strategies for navigating through it – and showing yourself a little more empathy along the way.
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In Part II of this deep and honest conversation, psychotherapist Brittnee Stewart takes us further inside the world of EMDR, low-dose ketamine work, and trauma integration. If you’ve ever wondered why certain therapies work when others don’t, or why first responders often hit a wall in traditional talk therapy, this episode pulls back the curtain. […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie runs through the latest updates from City Hall, covering this week’s Council meeting. She also sits down with Kingston General Hospital Auxiliary President Chelsea Reynolds to chat about the 2025 Teddy Bear Campaign, which will once again provide funds for new equipment for the Pediatric Program at Kingston Health […]
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The December 4th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey (Brockville Recorder & Times) & Michelle Dorey […]
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Coming up in this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we’re talking with Patti, Erin, and Kevin from Ryandale Transitional Housing. Ryandale is a registered not-for-profit, charitable organization that has been supporting the Kingston homeless population for more than 40 years, and began as the Ryandale Shelter for the Homeless. Ryandale provides a sober living […]
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A strong story and compelling characters are great, but if you haven’t established a strong sense of place, you run into the problem of ‘talking heads in a white room’. How do you immerse your reader in your story’s setting, without going too deeply into the nitty-gritty?
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Get to know our special guest Dr. Paul Kubes! Dr. Kubes’ research program is at the forefront of real-time imaging of the immune system. As the CERC in Immunophysiology and Immunotherapy, he will provide leadership and build synergies amongst physiologists, cancer biologists, and immunologists, in order to adopt advanced technologies for understanding immune mechanisms of […]
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When the nervous system holds the story, healing has to start deeper than words. In this episode of The Other Side of the Call, our hosts sit down in studio with Brittnee Stewart, psychotherapist and co-founder of Spear Wellness in Kingston, Ontario – a multi-disciplinary clinic offering trauma-focused therapy, EMDR, and emerging psychedelic-assisted treatments. Together, […]
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The November 27th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey (Brockville Recorder & Times) & Owen Fullerton […]
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This week, join Barb Lotan, Manager of Sexual Violence Prevention & Response Services, to learn about the many supports and services the office provides to the Queen’s community.
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We’re celebrating National Novel Writing Month with a month-long WordLabs writing challenge! In this final week, we are looking at your story’s bigger picture. How do you establish genre, theme, and structure? Tune in for writing prompts and research ideas.
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Coming up in this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we’re delighted to welcome John Palmer and Daniel McConnachie, music director and board chair, respectively, of Orchestra Kingston, for a conversation about the orchestra, interspersed with live performances by the Orchestra’s Brass Quintet and special guest soloist, Alessia Dudle winner of the 2024 Kiwanis Plaque […]
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Career paramedic Jessica Vanderhoek has lived both sides of the job: the pride of service and the private cost. After years of high-acuity calls, insomnia, migraines, anger, alcohol misuse, and a brutal relapse, she hit the wall and looked for what actually heals. Her path led through equine therapy and carefully screened psychedelic work, then […]
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The November 20th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey (Brockville Recorder & Times) & Michelle Dorey […]
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Join Emily Croft (Art History) for a discussion of her dissertation research on the development of archaeological museums in Sardinia, Italy between 1861-1939.
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Coming up in this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we’re talking with Julia of Queen’s Cancer Kids First. Cancer Kids First (CKF) is the world’s largest youth-led pediatric cancer nonprofit. Queen’s Cancer Kids First (QCKF) is dedicated to improving the quality of life of children with cancer and their families. They provide toys, books, […]
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We’re celebrating National Novel Writing Month with a month-long WordLabs writing challenge! In week three, we are working on character development. How do you make characters with dimension, complexity, flaws and interest? Tune in for writing prompts and research ideas.
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Decorated tactical paramedic Steve Urszenyi turned decades of frontline trauma into award-nominated thrillers. In this conversation, he reflects on a lifetime of crisis leadership – from commanding Ontario’s Emergency Response Team to managing the 2015 Pan Am Games – and how creativity became his path to healing.
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The November 13th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from Jesse Bell & LJI Reporter Keith Dempsey (Brockville Recorder & Times). […]
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Join Rachel Korchinsky (Chemistry) for a discussion of her PhD research which utilizes forward osmosis followed by reverse osmosis for the removal of contaminants of emerging concern using a CO2-responsive draw agent. Rachel also discusses her work as a member of Q-ACS (the Queen’s University International Student Chapter of the American Chemical Society).
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Coming up in this special Community Takeover of our airwaves, we’re talking with Claire LaPlante, Chapter Lead of the Kingston Basketeers. Since 2019, this volunteer-run group has invited community members to assemble and donate baskets filled with new household and personal care items for women leaving emergency shelters. These baskets, filled with practical necessities and […]
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We’re celebrating National Novel Writing Month with a month-long WordLabs writing challenge! This week, we explore the world of your story. Discover ways to research, develop, and test the setting of your story – and how to make your world support your story and propel your plot.
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In this episode, we read statements available to us for campus and community groups on the ballot for the AMS Fall 2025 referendum. Students can learn more about the referendum by visiting myams.org, your student government website, and follow the AMS on instagram @queens_ams.
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When retired Master Warrant Officer John Blaine finally looked in the mirror and decided to ask for help, it wasn’t a sign of weakness — it was the turning point of a lifetime spent in service. In this Remembrance Day special, John reflects on four decades in uniform: from Cyprus and Germany to Afghanistan’s Operation […]
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The November 6th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Sarah Williams (Napanee Beaver) and Owen Fullerton (YGK News). […]
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This week, join Emily Ferguson (Kinesiology) as she explains her PhD research on mitochondrial responses to skeletal muscle-disuse and other exciting projects happening in the McGlory Lab. To learn more, check out https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/research/share/grad-chat .
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Coming up in this special Campus Club Takeover of our airwaves, we’re talking with Nadia and Julia, members of the Queen’s African and Caribbean Student Association.The ACSA advances issues of importance to students of African and Caribbean descent and to those who are not of African or Caribbean descent but share a common interest. In […]
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We’re celebrating National Novel Writing Month with a month-long WordLabs writing challenge! This week we talk strategy – how to prepare for an epic month of writing, how to determine the right approach for you, based on your writing style, and how do you decide on what story to tell?
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This week, The Other Side of the Call sits down with Don E. Devine, one of Canada’s earliest paramedics and a pioneer of ambulance service in British Columbia. From the early days when funeral homes doubled as ambulances to the 1996 Vernon mass-casualty call that scarred an entire responder community, Don’s career charts both the rise of […]
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After more than 30 years with Peel Regional Police, Constable Dave McLennan retired but wasn’t done service. He founded Boots On The Ground, a 24/7 volunteer-powered peer support line for first responders. What began as ten to twenty calls a month has grown to more than 150 monthly, with over 4,700 calls answered and 51 […]
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In this episode of Kingston Currents, we set sail into some of Kingston’s Halloween highlights, from the S.S. Keewatin’s sell-out spooky event to the St. Lawrence II’s transformation into a haunted pirate ship. We also check in on the growing momentum behind the RXN HUB green tech innovation project and highlight longtime tourism industry leader […]
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ElizaBeth Hill talks with Qanita Lilla and guest host Sebastian De Line about her music practice that spans multiple decades. She shares how her songwriting and multimedia artworks reflect her Mohawk culture, are connected to both her spiritual and physical environment, and how they are influenced by her collaborators. Music highlighted in this episode: […]
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The October 30th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Michelle Dorey Forestell (The Kingstonist) and Keith Dempsey (Brockville […]
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This week on Today in YGK, Broadcast Journalist Christena Lawrie runs through some headlines directly from the City before getting into highlights from last week’s Council meeting. Campus Reporter Henry Walker covers the latest at Queen’s, including the foco weekend celebrations and the ongoing University District Safety Initiative. Plus, CFRC’s News Collective delivers your traffic, weather, […]
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Join Kana Ogawa (Translational Medicine) for a discussion of her Master’s research on the generation of alternative transcripts as a means of regulating phosphorylation in sonic hedgehog medulloblastoma. For more information check out the Grad Chat webpage on Queen’s University School of Graduate Studies & Postdoctoral Affairs website – https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/research/share/grad-chat
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Coming November 4, 2025 – Stories of trauma, resilience, and recovery from Canada’s first responders, frontline members, and military personnel. Hosted by former 911 dispatcher Amelia Thornton and psychotherapists Rebecca Rafuse and Kathy Ann Laman.
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Coming up in this special Campus Club Takeover of our airwaves, we’re chatting with Rachel, Deborah and Alia from the Black Sister Society. The Black Sister Society is a club dedicated to empowering and uplifting Black women in the community, specifically at Queen’s University. Their mission is to foster a community where Black women can […]
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Tips on how to tackle what can be one of the most intimidating parts of your story – the opening sentence and opening scene. Learn ways to develop, revise, and revisit your opening to create impact.
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This week we go from Yoga and surfing, to jumping out of the second story of a building because stairs are for losers! Join musician, Frank Ryan and his partner Morgan, founder of Surf Shack Yoga, as they discuss starting a family and building a supportive community in Kingston. Then we spend a morning in […]
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Alyssa Foerstner, Student Academic Success Services (SASS) staff and PhD student, discusses the impact of engaging in cultural and linguistic opportunities. Alyssa shares about developing an awareness of your own culture, the asset of multilingualism, and the critical role of asking questions
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This week on Today in YGK, host Christena Lawrie brings you local headlines straight from the City of Kingston, from new veterans’ commemorative crosswalks to Kingston’s push for expanded VIA Rail service. Henry Walker reports on the foco weekend celebrations and the ongoing University District Safety Initiative, plus CFRC’s news collective delivers your traffic, weather, […]
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This week on Kingston Currents, we’re getting into the Halloween spirit! From the third annual Witches’ Walk taking over downtown this evening to the first spooky season event aboard the S.S. Keewatin, and the delightfully unsettling Creepy Doll Museum coming to the Broom Factory this weekend, we’re exploring the city’s haunted happenings.
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The October 23rd edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Michelle Dorey Forestell (The Kingstonist) and Owen Fullerton (YGK […]
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In this episode of Today in YGK, host Christena Lawrie sits down with Creepy Doll Museum Curators Kathryn Bahun and Ben Hatcher ahead of their visit to Kingston this weekend with their collection of nearly 200 haunting dolls. Campus Reporter Henry Walker covers the latest at Queen’s, including the impact of the University District Safety […]
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Join Mateus Karvat Camara this week for a discussion of his Master’s thesis exploring how collaborative perception can be used to improve autonomous vehicle operation under adverse weather conditions. For more information check out the Grad Chat webpage on Queen’s University School of Graduate Studies & Postdoctoral Affairs website – https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/research/share/grad-chat
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Coming up in this special Community Group Takeover of our airwaves, we’re chatting with Taylor and Antara from the Ban Righ Centre. The Ban Righ Centre assists women-identified students of all ages, especially those who are returning to university after a time away to continue formal or informal education. The Centre is located on campus […]
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With work, exam season, the changing seasons and *life*, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. On this week’s WordLabs OutLoud, we’re talking strategies on how to ground yourself, reduce overwhelm, and to remain – or reclaim – your calm.
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Aileen Editha, PhD student in Law, discusses creating inclusive experiences. Aileen shares about weathering transitions, knowledge translation, and interpersonal skills.
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In this episode of Today in YGK, host Christena Lawrie discusses a first-of-its-kind study using psychedelics to treat anxiety taking place at Kingston Health Sciences Centre Research Institute with the study’s principal investigator Dr. Claudio Soares. Campus Reporter Henry Walker covers the latest at Queen’s, including Homecoming celebrations and what to know about the University […]
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In this special episode of Campus Beat, host Dinah Jansensits down with 5 of the 6 2025 Queen’s University Distinguished Service Award Recipients. Inaugurated by the University Council in 1974, the Distinguished Service Award recognizes individuals who have made the University a better place through their extraordinary contributions. Queen’s faculty, staff, students, retirees, and […]
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In this episode, host Christena Lawrie covers the announcement of Kingston’s official City Birds after a tight race with over 1,600 votes. She dives into some highlights from last week’s Council meeting, including an update on the City’s Family Physician Recruitment Program and Council’s response to recent announcements from VIA Rail. Lawrie also discusses a first-of-its-kind […]
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The October 16th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey (The Brockville Recorder & Times) and Owen […]
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In this episode of Today in YGK, host Christena Lawrie covers an update on the City’s Family Physician Recruitment Program and the announcement of Kingston’s official City Birds. Campus Reporter Henry Walker continues his behind-the-scenes look at the DAN School of Drama and Music’s fall major production, The Caucasian Chalk Circle. Jesse Bell runs through […]
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This week, join Alicia Cuzner for a discussion of her Master of Education research on decolonizing education in the classroom, specifically in the National Capital Region. For more information check out the Grad Chat webpage on Queen’s University School of Graduate Studies & Postdoctoral Affairs website – https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/research/share/grad-chat
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This week on Kingston Currents: host Christena Lawrie sits down with local author Jamal Saeed to dive into his new short story collection Princess Nai and Other Stories. Plus, Lawrie reports on City Council’s push to preserve and improve VIA Rail service through Kingston, and we round up the latest City of Kingston updates you […]
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Graziella Bedenik, a PhD student in Mechanical and Materials Engineering, discusses supporting and empowering each other through connections. Graziella talks about communication and finding her way to Queen’s, supporting women in STEM, mentoring others, and having fun with your research.
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This week on Today in YGK: Christena Lawrie reports on Council’s latest push to protect and expand VIA Rail service through the city. Then, Henry Walker takes us inside the DAN School of Drama and Music’s fall major production, The Caucasian Chalk Circle, for a behind-the-scenes look at its student-led music and performance design. Plus, […]
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The October 9th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey (The Brockville Recorder & Times) and Owen […]
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This week on Today in YGK: host Christena Lawrie brings you local headlines, including a teaser of Kingston author Jamal Saeed on his newest release Princess Nai and Other Stories and updates from the City of Kingston ahead of the long weekend and Homecoming. Then, Dinah Jansen dives into a special campus election segment, followed […]
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Coming up in this special Community Group Takeover of our airwaves, we’re chatting with Solomiia Horbasto, co-president of the Queen’s University Ukrainian Student’s Association (QUUSA) . Did you know that Canada has one of the largest Ukrainian diasporas in the world? At Queen’s University, QUUSA hopes to unite just one small part of it. Their […]
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Simarjeet Singh, an undergraduate student in Sociology, discusses learning through challenges by building on his strengths. Simarjeet shares about cultural assumptions and expectations in communication, being vulnerable, and leadership skills.
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CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist Christena Lawrie runs through this week’s top headlines from the City of Kingston. Campus Reporter Henry Walker breaks down the latest in campus activism, controversies, and AMS updates, while Sports Reporter Eliza Lee debuts the YGK Sports Minute, bringing you quick hits from Kingston’s sports scene. Tune in for these updates and […]
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This week, Kingston author Julie M. Green shares the story behind her new memoir Motherness, reflecting on life as an autistic mother raising an autistic child. Plus, we celebrate the Great Lakes Museum being named Ontario’s top small museum and preview the Kingston Art Tour’s return this weekend.
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Get to know our special guest Dr. Christopher Booth! Dr. Booth is a Medical Oncologist and Health Services Researcher at Queen’s University in Kingston, Canada. He is a Professor of Oncology and Public Health Sciences and Director of the Division of Cancer Care and Epidemiology at the Sinclair Cancer Research Institute. During 2014-2024 he held […]
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The October 2nd edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporter Keith Dempsey (The Brockville Recorder & Times) and Corridor […]
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Join CJ the DJ for a very special episode with Queen’s University Chancellor Shelagh Rogers! The show focuses on the importance of strong communication skills, storytelling, and being a good listener. Chancellor Rogers also shares about her career in radio and TV which all started at CFRC. For more information check out the Grad Chat […]
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Coming up in this special Community Group Takeover of our airwaves, we’re chatting with folks from the Youth Diversion Program. Youth Diversion helps youth overcome challenges by: Providing prevention, intervention and educational services that divert youth from risk and support their ability to thrive. The Youth Diversion Program is a charitable organization which has offered […]
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Shima Hassanpour, a PhD student in Neuroscience, discusses how curiosity and openness has helped her discover interests and appreciate differences. Shima also talks about how to effectively engage with science topics from podcasts to journal articles.
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From Kingston’s top-ranked Great Lakes Museum to nationwide “Draw the Line” protests, this week’s stories span culture, activism, and development. Host Christena Lawrie covers Indigenous-led actions against Ontario’s Bill 5, a Taylor Swift-inspired downtown takeover, the latest on the controversial project on the former Davis Tannery lands, and more of what’s current in Kingston.
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So what is Love anyway? Join Savannah Shea and Logan Brown as they go out on the town for a date night, highlighted by Savannah’s beautiful music and Logan’s standup! As well, a story of finding love, that reveals the 4 Human connections and the Science of Synchronization to the Taoist Engineer.
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Sadiqa de Meijer writes between two languages. She has a keen emotional awareness of both Dutch (her mother tongue) and English (the language of her adoptive country). In this conversation with Qanita Lilla, Sadiqa talks about writing “between” these two languages and of having to balance their stylistic tendencies. Interspersed with readings from Sadiqa, we […]
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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 and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The September 25th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Keith Dempsey (The Brockville Recorder & Times) and Michelle […]
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Join Jessica Caravaggio (English) for a discussion of her research Fantasy, Fandom, and Feminist Community-Building which explores the connections of young adult fiction, feminist theory, and fandom studies in different communities of readers. For more information check out the Grad Chat webpage on Queen’s University School of Graduate Studies & Postdoctoral Affairs website – https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/research/share/grad-chat
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Daniel Reddy, a PhD student in Chemistry, discusses the importance of developing communication skills for academic success. Daniel talks about communicating science well, growing through communication fears, and making connections and developing skills through student-led groups.
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In this episode of Today in YGK, CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist Christena Lawrie dives into some of the highlights from last week’s Kingston City Council meeting. Campus News Reporter Henry Walker debuts the 2026 edition of Campus Corner, covering the Alma Mater Society’s opening Assembly for the academic year, the upcoming Ontario Undergraduate Student Alliance General […]
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