Best SPCA Podcasts (2024)

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SPCA 11:08

1d ago11:08

11:08

It's pretty common for animal shelters to find themselves awash with kittens in the spring. But this year seems to be setting records.

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Welcome to The Community Cats Podcast 1:23

1h ago1:23

1:23

Our mission is to provide education, information and dialogue that will create a supportive environment empowering people to help cats in their community.By Stacy LeBaron

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Pete Dunne Part 2 9:57

19h ago9:57

9:57

Last week Our birder Alain Clavette introduced us to bird expert and author Pete Dunne who's written more than a dozen books about natural history and birding. His latest book is The Shorebirds of North America. But Alain was such a huge fan...he had an even longer conversation

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Asteroids 8:17

1d ago8:17

8:17

Our astronomical neighbourhood is having quite a busy couple of days. Yesterday an asteroid passed close by to earth…and another one will do the same tomorrow. It won’t hit us, as far as we can tell, but it’ll be close enough to give some starwatchers pause.

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Political panel 18:15

1d ago18:15

18:15

Although summer is here, there's still lots happening for our political panel to discuss.

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What’s cooking? Mushrooms 10:50

1d ago10:50

10:50

Every Thursday on our What's Cooking segment we're connecting with people around the province who are serious about food. This week we're off to Moncton. Jordan Holden is the chef at Tony's Bistro and Patisserie. He's also an avid forager with a love of mushrooms.

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NB passenger rail 11:11

3d ago11:11

11:11

How feasible is bringing back passenger rail? And what would need to happen?

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The Crow Murder Mysteries 5:27

1d ago5:27

5:27

The Crow Murder Mysteries is an art installation / who-done-it that will be taking over Fredericton starting Canada Day. The mixed media series will feature carvings at several Fredericton landmarks, which will include QR codes linking to a mystery novel.

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J.K. Irving 11:20

2d ago11:20

11:20

J.K. Irving, chairman of J.D. Irving Limited, died last week at the age of 96. Harvey Sawler first met Irving when Sawler was New Brunswick's director of tourism, and Irving was focused on the effort to restore the Bouctouche Dunes. Years later Sawler interviewed Irving for his book, 21st Century Irvings.…

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Passenger Rail 9:43

2d ago9:43

9:43

The Green Party is calling for a revitalized passenger rail service in the region, including a new route between Campbellton and Sackville. Leader David Coon will join us to talk about the benefits and the costs.

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Atlantic Wildlife Institute: Hot Ducks 9:09

2d ago9:09

9:09

Ducks are literally dropping themselves off at the Atlantic Wildlife Institute these days! Heat and humidity forced an eider duck to drop right on the institute's driveway. Pam Novak will tell us about it.

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Music Spotlight: Mathias Goguen 11:12

2d ago11:12

11:12

9 year old Mathias Goguen just released his first single! Pretty impressive. He's in our musical spotlight this week.

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566: Trappers' Tips and Tricks, Part 2, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats 27:09

3d ago27:09

27:09

How can you outsmart even the wariest of community cats? Join us for the second part of our conversation with expert trapper Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats, where he unveils advanced strategies for trapping elusive felines. Learn the art of camouflaging traps with natural materials like burlap, and discover innovative baiting techniques using …

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Digital Citizenship 14:52

3d ago14:52

14:52

School may be out for the summer, but teachers hope students will remember what they learned. In the mandatory grade 10 Civics class, that includes something called digital citizenship. We'll learn about its importance in a cell phone fueled world.

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40 Years of Canada Health Act 13:55

3d ago13:55

13:55

The Canada Health Act is 40 years old this year. We'll take a look back at the past 40 years, and where the state of healthcare is now, with two New Brunswick researchers -- Tracy Glynn and Suzanne Dupuis-Blanchard.

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Real Estate with Jake: Buying and Selling 7:44

3d ago7:44

7:44

You've bought a house, the sold sign is up, but there's still work to be done before you move in. Saint John agent Jake Palmer is back to talk about real estate.

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Passion Project: Dragon Boat Racing 10:09

4d ago10:09

10:09

Lisa Porter moved to Woodstock a couple of years ago and brought her passion for Dragon Boat racing with her. Now she's president of the brand new paddling club and there's a big racing event in the community on Canada Day. We'll hear all about it.

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Music Spotlight: Jeremy Dutcher 12:52

4d ago12:52

12:52

Jeremy Dutcher and the Polaris Prize go way back. The Neqotkuk artist's very first album, 'Wolastoqiyik Lintuwakonawa,' won the Polaris Prize back in 2018. And now his latest album, 'Motewolonuwok' has been nominated yet again for a Polaris. We talk about his musical journey, and what it's like to perform shows for his hometown crowd.…

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Tick Disease 8:14

4d ago8:14

8:14

Experts are warning about another tick borne disease to keep an eye out for, if you venture into the long grass this season. Mount Allison biologist Vett Lloyd will join us with the details.

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Heritage Path Tour 9:19

7d ago9:19

9:19

We'll hear about a heritage tour at Elsipogtog First Nation that made Tripadvisor's Bucket List of 10 Authentic Indigenous Experiences in Canada.

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Harmony of Seasons 6:30

7d ago6:30

6:30

A free concert tonight in Saint John celebrates the convergence of National Indigenous Peoples' Day, World Music Day and the Summer Solstice. We'll talk to one of the concert organizers, Chris Mesereau.

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Alain Clavette: Pete Dunne 10:17

9d ago10:17

10:17

This week our birder interviews bird expert Pete Dunne.

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Rogue Productions 10:55

10d ago10:55

10:55

There's a brand new musical theatre company in Fredericton with big plans to bring Broadway to local audiences. We speak to the couple spearing the non-profit.

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Heat and Animals 8:54

11d ago8:54

8:54

People are trying to stay cool this week, as super hot temperatures hit many parts of the province. But what about our pets and livestock? How hot is too hot for animals and what can we do to protect them? Tony Porter with the New Brunswick SPCA offers some advice.

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Beaverbrook Scholarship 9:02

11d ago9:02

9:02

A provincial high school debate team member, president of a high school best buddies program, and a member of the climate action club - Audrey Cho seems to have done so much in her high school career - and now she's been recognized with a $56-thousand dollar scholarship. Host Clare Mackenzie speaks with her.…

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Science East: New Species 10:45

11d ago10:45

10:45

Every second Wednesday we speak with Michael Edwards from Science East, and he always has something new and interesting to share from the world of science. This week he'll be telling us about brand new living species being discovered all over the world.

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565: Trappers Tips and Tricks, Part 1, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats 45:33

10d ago45:33

45:33

What if you could turn the most elusive feral cat into a successfully trapped and cared-for community member? Join Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats as he brings extensive experience to the forefront in this special two-part audio presentation. Learn effective cat trapping techniques, established feeding patterns, and the use of various traps suc…

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Heat Dome 7:33

12d ago7:33

7:33

It will be very sticky in the province this week. We reach New Brunswick's chief medical officer of health Dr. Yves Leger to get his recommendations for how to stay cool.

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Music Spotlight: Jon McKiel 6:04

12d ago6:04

6:04

Baie Verte's Jon McKiel has a new album, and it's on the long list for this year's Polaris Prize.

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Jake Palmer: After the sold sign 9:25

12d ago9:25

9:25

We reach real estate agent Jake Palmer to talk about what comes next once the sold sign is up.

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Accessible Raves 11:38

13d ago11:38

11:38

The Flourish Festival is on in Fredericton this week. We'll find out about a rave event this Friday that aims to include everyone in the fun.

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Passion Project: Cricket 10:34

13d ago10:34

10:34

On this week's passion segment, we talk to two people in Fredericton who are very passionate about cricket.

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Birding with Alain: Finches 11:22

16d ago11:22

11:22

Shift’s resident birder Alain Clavette talks finches with a group of students.

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Grand Manan Air Ambulance 5:22

16d ago5:22

5:22

People living on Grand Manan are a couple of steps closer to having an air ambulance stationed permanently on the island. The community has been without a dedicated plane since 2022. Now Ambulance New Brunswick confirms a King Air 200 plane has been purchased and the village will build a hangar.

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Political Panel 19:20

16d ago19:20

19:20

Shift’s political panel convenes to talk shop about politics in New Brunswick.

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Elder Abuse Awareness Day 6:38

17d ago6:38

6:38

Financial abuse is the most common form of elder abuse in Canada and the Financial and Consumer Services Commission is asking people in the financial industry to stand up for older adults.

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Highland Games 9:59

17d ago9:59

9:59

The Greater Moncton Highland Games and Scottish Festival is underway. We'll hear from two organizers and athletes about the events taking place this weekend.

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Wilson's Point Stone Damage 9:13

17d ago9:13

9:13

The group that looks after Wilson's Point Historic site in Miramichi is asking people to take more care in the area. A stone worth thousands was toppled and damaged this week and it's not the only issue they're having.

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Arts Struggle 8:36

18d ago8:36

8:36

A new survey of arts organizations in the province finds many are struggling financially. We reach the executive director of Artslink New Brunswick to learn more.

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Pam Novak: Stinky Critters 10:42

18d ago10:42

10:42

Pam Novak at the Atlantic Wildlife Institute joins us to talk about some stinky critters that are in care.

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564: Blending the Head and Heart to Help Animals, with Stephanie Mathers, Founder of Grants 4 Animals 35:11

17d ago35:11

35:11

Ever wondered how treating a nonprofit like a business can unlock millions in funding? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Stephanie Mathers, a passionate animal welfare advocate and skilled grant writer, who has transitioned from the world of education to founding Grants for Animals. Stephanie’s journey began with the adoption of her first …

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Andy Bond & Matt Krentz, BestyBnB 38:51

17d ago38:51

38:51

Our world can use a little hope, healing, and happiness—and BestyBnB aims to deliver just that for every animal in need of crisis sheltering. BestyBnB was born out of a mission to keep pets and people safe, connected, and together, especially in times of emergency. Founders Andy Bond and Matt Krentz share the important work BestyBnB is doing to pro…

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Real Estate: Moving with Kids 10:34

19d ago10:34

10:34

Real Estate agent Jake Palmer is back to talk about buying and selling properties with kids in mind. He says while you may be happy to move, your kids may feel very differently. He'll share some advice.

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Sobey Art Award 10:03

19d ago10:03

10:03

Moncton multidisciplinary artist Mathieu Leger made the short list for this year's Sobey Art Award. We'll speak with him about his work, his travels and why he always comes home to Moncton.

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Bus Drivers Union 10:36

19d ago10:36

10:36

School Bus drivers in the province are taking issue with the Auditor General's latest report, suggesting it paints them in a bad light. We'll speak with the president of CUPE local 1253 Iris Lloyd.