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Biology is a science of wonder, among other things. The nitty gritty that turns so many people don’t have the time to fully digest or understand. Biology Baubles would be the front page of everyday conversational biology; in-depth fun facts with none of the heavy memorization or tedious science of academic grade biology.

GeroCast will take the listeners on a journey to explore the lived experiences of older adults living in the community. Each episode contains background information on a topic relevant to the older adult population; a conversation between the narrator and an older adult or representative; reflection questions; a summary of the episode; and a reflection-based assignment. This podcast was originally created to showcase seniors’ experiences and improve health students’ attitudes towards working with seniors. Funding for GeroCast was provided by the Centre for Teaching and Learning at Queen’...

Crisis Watch: Kingston is a brand new documentary series available on air at CFRC and anywhere you listen to podcasts. Every month, host Sebastian Vaillancourt will sit down with multiple guests from all walks of life in Kingston to discuss the many social justice issues facing our community. From the Housing Crisis to Mental Health Care and everything in between, join us on our quest for truth, understanding and balanced conversation in these times of crisis. This project is made possible through the generous support of the Community Radio Fund of Canada Radiometres program.

Get to know the KFL&A arts scene, both virtual and in-person, with host Sadie McFadden (Arts ’22) with this limited-time summer program. With interviews with Indie rock bands to experimental artists, “End of the Tunnel” aims to uplift local artists while informing listeners of upcoming events in your region.

CFRC 101.9 FM’s Here and Now: The YGK Community News Podcast maps out events and updates from communities in and beyond Kingston while maintaining a focus on inclusivity and diversity. The programme features interviews with community activists and organizers from Kingston in addition to local and international news coverage.

Video game music is more than just bleeps and bloops: players expect game music to significantly contribute to their immersion and enjoyment of the game experience. In this podcast, the Game Music at Queen’s research team discusses how music effectively communicates narrative and other elements of gameplay, featuring music from your favourite game series

Looking for a clear picture on the issues affecting your community? Then don’t miss Citizen K, a weekly news program presenting long-form interviews, diverse perspectives and stories not being covered by other local media. Citizen K is hosted by Karim Mosna, CFRC 101.9 FM Local Journalism Initiative Reporter.

This is a showcase of a weekly series of spoken word shows, ‘finding a voice’, aired on CFRC 101.9fm, Kingston, ON – Show’s host/blog space manager, Bruce Kauffman at bruce.kauffman@hotmail.com — Notice: Some short segments of these blogs may only very occasionally contain strong/mature language.

Music can break down walls between once sworn enemies, but it also has the power to reinforce systems of oppression. Host Sadie McFadden, a self-proclaimed 21st-century feminist talks about feminist intersectionality with some historical contexts. With music that ranges in genre and age, join Sadie in exploring how songs or their music videos have ignored or empowered marginalized experiences and voices.

Golden Ideas is a podcast where we pitch ridiculous ideas to make Queen’s, and the world, a better place. Spoiler alert: none of the ideas will actually benefit anything or anyone! The show also features segments of our favourite songs, and some false advertisements! Enjoy.

An Apple a Day raises awareness of public health issues in an engaging way through conversations with various public health professionals, including a public health physician, an infection control practitioner, and an art therapist. Whether you’re a seasoned epidemiologist or someone wanting to dip their toes into public health, you will find this podcast a great way to learn more about this exciting and growing field!

This podcast focuses on graduate and professional students at Queen’s University in Kingston who conduct research, work and/or scholarship outside of Canada. We delve into the details of their research and their own personal journeys while learning more about the challenges and opportunities that arise with international research.

Phantom children, dozing dragons, cozy cottages, and ancient scholars! Two artsy university students take you through international fairytales from countries like Ireland and China and beyond. Every other week, we’ll read a story and discuss our first impressions, addressing any plotholes and crafting alternate endings.

Welcome to FroshFM – your one-stop shop for everything you need to know about your first year at Queen’s. Whether you’re fresh from high school and ready to take the big leap into University, or if you’re a Grad Student who has already experienced post-secondary – this podcast will have important information for you. You’ll hear interviews with clubs, information on all the different resources for you, and fun banter with our panel of alumni and current students who are all here to help make sure your questions are answered. Do you have a question you need answered? Check out our ...

Want to keep up with all things current in the Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington region? Tune in to Kingston Currents, hosted by CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie. This show features interviews with Kingston community figures at the forefront of local affairs, coverage of local news headlines, and more. You can also listen to Kingston Currents every Friday at 11AM as it airs on CFRC 101.9FM and CFRC.CA This podcast is brought to you by the generous support of the Community Radio Fund of Canada Local Journalism Initiative program

Questions of land rights are at the root of most current conflicts between indigenous peoples and the wider state. Competing conceptions of the land and authority over the land intersect with conflicts around resource extraction, the terms of consultation and consent, and the political status of indigenous peoples. Without resolving the conflicts around land in a fair and collaborative manner, real reconciliation will be difficult to achieve. This podcast presents a series of six live panel presentations delivered at the Indigenous Land Rights and Reconciliation workshop at Queen’s ...

Rehabilitation must be improved in Canadian prison systems — but what is it, and why is it needed? This podcast seeks to answer these questions by amplifying ex-offenders’ voices and shedding light on their experiences in the criminal justice system. Bolstered by stories from restorative justice advocates, academics, and grassroots community organizers, we will explore why people commit crimes, how they serve their time, and why it matters.

CFRC’s Airwave YGK Artist in Residence Program features performances and interviews conducted by and with local DJs, turntablists, and experimental sound artists. These artists join CFRC through Winter and Spring 2024 to conduct specialized workshops in their craft to campus and community participants, to perform a live set on CFRC’s airwaves, and also sit down with us for artist interviews. This podcast features live performance recordings and interviews with artists that also include their original musical productions. We hope you enjoy the series! This project is made possible through ...

A one hour movie news and movie review show based on films coming to Kingston’s independent Movie Theatre “The Screening Room”. The Screening in Kingston team reviews films, updates you on movie industry news and answers weekly fan questions!

Brought Back Home covers the past, present, and future of the YGK arts scene, every Thursday at 6pm. Hosted by local music producer and musician, Matt Muto, the show features live sessions with musical guests and in depth discussions with the artists, as well as interviews with industry professionals; promoters, managers, producers, or artists from various arts backgrounds. Brought Back Home: Bringing the local arts and local music back to you!