show episodes
 
Using her expertise as a seasoned literature professor, Linda M. Morra develops provocative, timely insights about books from Canada and elsewhere to show why stories are relevant for all of us. Hosted and written by Linda Morra, produced by Linda Morra and Marco Timpano. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  continue reading
 
Artwork
 
Let us take you into the pages of the Walrus as a chorus of vibrant voices bring to life essays, fiction, poetry, illustrations and photography from some of Canada’s best writers and artists.
  continue reading
 
A weekly podcast by a national professional association for mystery and crime writers in Canada. Crime Writers of Canada (CWC) is a national non-profit organization for Canadian mystery and crime writers, associated professionals, and others with a serious interest in Canadian crime writing. Our mission is to promote Canadian crime writing and to raise the profile of Canadian crime writers with readers, reviewers, librarians, booksellers, and media. Hosted by Erik D'Souza
  continue reading
 
Welcome to Improbable Walks, the travel podcast that brings you to the streets of Paris, wherever you are. Every episode, we discover a new street in the City of Light, strolling into the hidden history and stories of Paris, block by block. Your host is Canadian writer and long-time parisienne, Lisa Pasold. To support this podcast, please become a patron at Patreon
  continue reading
 
Artwork

51
AudreyStories

Audrey Nolte Painter

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Monthly
 
Audrey tells "Bedtime Stories for Adults" in English: set in intriguing countries/places. Parts of the stories are true, the rest is imagination - as all good stories should be. All the stories contain fascinating historical facts about lesser known areas of Guatemala, Cuba, Serbia, South Africa, Bosnia, Mexico, Peru, China, India, Burma and more. These stories make good "Bedtime stories for Adults" who struggle to fall sleep, and are humorous - for easy listening while driving to work. Audr ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Bridgestone CSBK

Bridgestone Canadian Superbike Championship

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Weekly
 
Your home for EVERYTHING Bridgestone CSBK! The CSBK commentary duo of Marshall Ferguson and Colin Fraser discuss the biggest headlines from around the paddock, catch up with riders from all CSBK classes live from the track and CSBK.ca senior writer Cam Bickle joins after every round to highlight the ups and downs, twists and turns in the Canadian Superbike Championship season.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Uncolonized

Gavin Stephens

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Monthly+
 
Uncolonized is a funny and blunt podcast about race, politics, and culture, from a Canadian perspective. Hosted by Comedian Gavin Stephens, and Writer/Musician Daniel Grant, Episodes drop every Monday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  continue reading
 
Canadian singer-songwriter Christina Martin started a podcast to hold sacred conversations with friends, family, and colleagues, gathering resources to help people navigate their own life, with expert tips and tricks on how to support a path with heart and personal growth. Authentic, playful and free from regulations, A Chat with Heart gives listeners an opportunity to call the Heartbeat Hotline, help shape future episodes and be featured on the podcast.
  continue reading
 
Two Old Farts Talk Sci-Fi will bring you back to when you first fell in love with the speculative genre, which includes science fiction, fantasy, and horror, their mashups and subgenres, whether that be the written word or movies, TV, theatre, comic books and graphic novels. Whatever the format, if it can’t happen in real life, it may be brought up. --- What is it that first brought you to love the things that could not happen? --- What is it about the speculative genre that keeps you readin ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast

Bob Baker - Author, Musician, Artist, Creative Entrepreneur

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Monthly
 
If you are a musician, writer, visual artist, actor, or some other type of creative entrepreneur, this show is for you! Host Bob Baker is on a mission to help creative people of all kinds use their talents and know-how to make a living and make a difference in the world! The podcast features interviews and helpful advice from Bob, who has been self-employed in the arts for most of his life (as an author, musician, visual artist, actor, and improv comedy instructor).
  continue reading
 
Artwork
 
A talk show hosted by an autistic media personality Blake “Crash” Priddle featuring intimate conversations with all kinds of aspiring people from across the arts and entertainment industry as well as folks that have inspiring stories to tell.
  continue reading
 
On July 4, 1988, 16-year-old Shane Stewart and 18-year-old Sally McNelly went out for the night in the West Texas town of San Angelo. They watched the fireworks, stopped for burgers, and drove to the lake outside of town. They were never seen alive again. For 35 years, their murders have haunted their family and friends, and frustrated generations of investigators from the local police to the FBI. Hosts Rob D’Amico and Karen Jacobs take listeners behind the scenes of the cold case investigat ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork
 
Hosted by Whitney Terrell and V.V. Ganeshananthan, fiction/non/fiction interprets current events through the lens of literature, and features conversations with writers of all stripes, from novelists and poets to journalists and essayists.
  continue reading
 
Canada doesn't really have a 'star system' like our neighbours to the south. In fact, many of our celebrities have had to leave the country to find the work and recognition they deserve. Well, THE CANADIAN STAR SYSTEM aims to change that. Each week, host Steve Patterson (CBC Radio's The Debaters) and his producer/co-host Diana Frances (Canadian Screen Award winning comedy writer) interview a well-known Canadian celebrity who then shines the spotlight on someone THEY think should also be a st ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork
 
Parallel Careers is a monthly podcast about the dual lives of writers who teach. Few writers make their living from publication alone; many fill the gaps with teaching in both academic and community settings. Much of the work is precarious, and there are few opportunities for professional development. The podcast features writers with diverse practices and points of view—writers who are at the top of their game in both craft and pedagogy. Tune in to hear the big ideas and practical tips they ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork
 
Story Hunter Podcasts is a narrative podcasting network, that aims to tell you unforgettable true stories. Our story-driven podcasts focus on true crime, unsolved mysteries, fascinating history and the paranormal. It was founded in 2020 by producer and writer Catherine Fogarty. Catherine is the president of www.bigcoatmedia.com a Canadian television production company. Our podcasting studios are located in Toronto. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  continue reading
 
In the nice little Canadian town of Beavermount, Ontario, the frozen body of Scott 'Scotty' McDonald is found inside the town's Zamboni. Gaétan "Frenchie" Arsenault, the town's Zamboni driver, is the town's only Francophone. And so is instantly arrested for murder. Can Frenchie solve the murder and clear his good Québecois name? More importantly, can he solve it in time to prepare the ice for tonight's big hockey game?? Sorry About The Murder is a TA2 Original Production. It was recorded at ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
The Warblers by Birds Canada

Andrea Gress for Birds Canada

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Monthly
 
This award winning podcast shares Canadian information, insights and inspiration on the world of birds and bird conservation. The lively discussions are hosted by Andrea Gress whose curiosity leads to discovering fun facts and useful tips while travelling uncommon flight paths to learn from expert guests. Thanks to our incredible listeners, The Warblers podcast was named the winner of the 2022 Nature Inspiration Award - Canadian Museum of Nature in the non-profit (large) category! We would l ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Pas d'accent

Dana Whittle

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Monthly
 
Stories from a creative and curious bilingual parent, musician, artist, writer and feminist in rural Québec, with a special focus on the cultures of language, music and technology. vizou.substack.com
  continue reading
 
Artwork
 
CPAC Today in Politics starts each weekday in Canadian politics with the latest news headlines, a summary of topical opinions from columnists, editorialists and pundits and a preview of the day's events and activities. Hosted by veteran writer and broadcaster Mark Sutcliffe, CPAC Today in Politics provides you with the information you need to understand what's driving public policy and political decision-making and tells you what to watch for in the day ahead. This podcast is only available ...
  continue reading
 
A podcast that takes you on a journey through the enigmatic depths of the cosmos. In this series, hosts Joseph Piergrossi, a science writer working at the German research centre DESY in Hamburg, and Blaire Flynn, a science communicator at the Canadian research facility SNOLAB, in Sudbury, will explore the mysterious and invisible force that makes up a staggering 85% of the universe – dark matter.
  continue reading
 
Artwork
 
A golf and sports podcast hosted by Garrett Johnston about the friendships we all make from golf. Tour players, caddies, and golf media members join Garrett from his 11 years covering golf as a writer. Players give advice to us recreational golfers about how to best use our practice and range time.
  continue reading
 
In 2016, a popular high school senior mysteriously disappeared on the night before Thanksgiving. His remains were found two years later. What happened to Tom Brown in the small town of Canadian, Texas that night? It seems everyone in town’s become a suspect, including Tom’s family, friends, the local sheriff, and a high-flying private investigator. Acclaimed writer Skip Hollandsworth digs into the mystery that’s torn this town apart in this eight-part true crime podcast series. From the Texa ...
  continue reading
 
Most readers of Stephen Leacock's works are familiar with his witty and humorous writings, but few may be aware that he was also a gifted teacher, political ideologue, economist and fiction writer. Though he wrote six books on Canadian history, none of them attained the status of a standard text on the subject and were regarded more as opinion pieces without much academic foundation. Yet, the Chronicles of Canada series by Stephen Leacock remains an interesting and entertaining read. In this ...
  continue reading
 
Faith City Outreach (FCO) shares the interviews and testimonies of Christian pastors, authors, musicians, ministers, and global leaders. Marina Maria is the Host of Faith City Outreach and Founder of Global Gospel Worship Radio, https://live365.com/station/Global-Gospel-Worship-Radio-a07494 Listeners can enjoy international Christian music on Global Gospel Worship radio where all the nations praise the Lord. Psalm 117. You can listen to Faith City Outreach M-Sun at 10am & 5pm, MST zone. Mari ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Writers' Trust of Canada

Writers' Trust of Canada

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Monthly
 
Join the Writers’ Trust of Canada as they bring to you amazing Canadian writers for smart talks, provocative conversations, and dramatic readings. The Writers’ Trust is a charitable organization that seeks to advance, nurture, and celebrate Canadian writers and writing.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
DishWithDina

Dina R. D'Alessandro, RDN, CDN

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Monthly+
 
Helping people embrace and develop new relationships with food. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dishwithdina/support
  continue reading
 
The Faith Today Podcast-Conversation inspired by Canada's Christian magazine. The podcast features interviews with Canadian Christians as they sort through the pressing issues of the day and topics like spiritual growth and health, other religions, religious freedom, vocation, and tough questions of faith and living in contemporary society.
  continue reading
 
Migration Conversations is a podcast that invites persons to share their migration stories. Hosted by Professor Jamie Liew, each episode is an in-depth conversation with people who have experienced the Canadian immigration system or other migration regimes up close. We talk to migrants, immigrants, lawyers, policy makers, advocates and experts. We hope that these conversations shed light on the challenges migrants face through their own voices. Please note this podcast is not legal advice.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Let Me Talk My Shhh

Rich Kidd x Keddy

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Daily+
 
Rich Kidd is a Juno Award-winning rapper, hip-hop super-producer and music educator from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Most notably a Canadian Hot 100 songwriter, Keddy is a freelance writer and digital content creator for independent artists, music production companies and record labels. In Toronto by way of Regina, Saskatchewan, Keddy also has a formal background in biomedical engineering technology and entertainment business management. Each week, the pair links up at an undisclosed studio lo ...
  continue reading
 
Podcast hosted by Amy Hamm and Esme Vee, two women who'd had enough of the madness brought about by gender identity ideology. | Amy is co-founder of GIDYVR, a speaker series based in Vancouver BC. She’s also a mother, a nurse, and sometimes a writer. Esme is a mom and long-time Toronto media worker. Both Amy and Esme are founding members of Canadian Women's Sex-Based Rights - caWsbar. | "I'm Woman" courtesy Nehanda. | Like our work? Your contributions are much appreciated! https://www.buymea ...
  continue reading
 
Sasha Marina is a Millenial Cuban-American Media-Prenuer. 2007 marked the beginning of her Artistic Journey. She's met many people since then, that like her-self, are set out to Accomplish their Dream Goals. You will get to listen to these fresh Talented individuals throughout this Podcast! Tune in to our Weekly Segments; Entertainment Life & Lets Talk Business TSMS Radio (Est.2012)
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
KWF Podcast

Kingston WritersFest

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Monthly
 
Our next episodes will be released in November 2023. Stay tuned! We go beyond author chat that typically occurs at our annual five-day Kingston WritersFest — this is about getting to know authors as human. We talk about their identities, their inspiration, their failures, and how each has shaped them as a writer. We celebrate authors for who they are and what they do, taking you inside the minds and hearts (and nervous systems) of our beloved Canadian authors. Hosted by Tricia Knowles and KW ...
  continue reading
 
Travel, at its best, changes the way we see the world. Join us each week as we dig into stories from people who took a trip—and came home transformed. Travel Tales by AFAR is your ticket to the world, no passport required. Find more inspiration at afar.com/traveltales.
  continue reading
 
A 40-something artist, writer and musician shares his musings about life and the endless quest for contentment. Recorded on the road or while hiking through the wilderness of Southern Ontario, Chub Creek features great indie music, original sketch comedy and a great visit. Chub Creek is one of the earliest Canadian podcasts, and was considered by some to be a pioneer in the genre.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
In Conversation with Paul Wells

Cable Public Affairs Channel (CPAC)

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Monthly
 
One of Canada’s best political analysts, Paul Wells, sits down with leading political figures and social influencers for a conversation on the most compelling issues and news of the day. The monthly series is produced by CPAC in partnership with Maclean’s and the National Arts Centre. Maclean’s magazine senior writer Paul Wells is one of Canada’s leading political journalists. In nearly a quarter century on Parliament Hill he has covered four prime ministers and seven federal elections. His ...
  continue reading
 
Loading …
show series
 
Editor and writer Jonny Diamond joins co-hosts Whitney Terrell and V.V. Ganeshananthan to talk about Nobel Prize-winning short story writer Alice Munro, who passed away May 13 in the same Canadian town where Diamond’s mother died 12 years earlier. He outlines what made the lives of the two women similar—namely, marrying young and starting families …
  continue reading
 
Send me a text message Watch the YouTube video version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/gmhtJsuVxf4 - She is the bestselling author of "You Are the Medicine." She created Oracle decks such as the Animal Elders and the Sacred Medicine Card Deck. She created the audio program "Indigenous Teaching and Meditations for Energy Healing" for Hay House. …
  continue reading
 
Frenchie and Chieficer Dougie pay a visit to the infamous Mackie Sextuplets, the toughest family in Beavermount. And learns about a clandestine ice time racket that grows the suspect list even more… Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Reco…
  continue reading
 
In this Pride Month episode, Navy veteran and author Karen Solt joins co-host V.V. Ganeshananthan and guest co-host Matt Gallagher to talk about her experience of being gay while serving in the military. Solt, who retired as a senior chief petty officer in 2006 and served both before and during “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” talks about the Clinton-era p…
  continue reading
 
When most of us think about nature in Argentina, our minds go immediately to Patagonia—which is a spectacular place worth visiting (it’s one of the most memorable places I’ve been to). But in this week’s episode, we’re exploring two regions in Argentina that most travelers miss: El Impenetrable National Park in the north and Patagonia Azul in the s…
  continue reading
 
Are you predisposed to grumpiness? Does joy feel like an elusive dream? B.C.-based author Alastair Sterne leads us through a contemplation of joy that is theological and practical. As it turns out, gratitude journals work! So does thoughtfully pursuing moments of joy in our daily lives and paying attention. Sterne has a book releasing in October 20…
  continue reading
 
June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month, a perfect time to celebrate the vibrant colors, flavors, and health benefits of fresh produce. Join Dina as she dishes about delicious ways to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your diet, shares some surprising nutritional facts, and offers practical tips for making the most of what's in s…
  continue reading
 
Marshall Ferguson (@TSN_Marsh) and Colin Fraser reflect on an eventful weekend of Bridgestone CSBK action at Grand Bend Motorplex presented by Southwest Marine and Powersports. Winners, losers, and moments of the weekend, what makes for such great racing at Grand Bend and a hat tip to Isle of Man history. Thanks as always to our sponsors Bridgeston…
  continue reading
 
Alexandria Fanjoy Silver enjoys being a proud and loud advocate for Toronto's Jewish community, even though she only became an "official" Jew in 2009. Her parents brought her up as a member of the Anglican Church; yet, while growing up, she always felt an "obsession" and a pull towards Judaism. And so, as a university student in 2007, after visitin…
  continue reading
 
This week Daniel & Gavin discussed Canada's decline in support for the LGBTQ2 community based on a recent poll, and the general anger that seems to be very prevalent in the country The Global News poll showing declining support https://globalnews.ca/news/10538379/canada-lgbtq2-rights-poll/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information…
  continue reading
 
Ellin Bessner, host of The CJN Daily _podcast, was admittedly nervous ahead of Sunday’s 55th annual Walk with Israel, held by UJA Federation of Greater Toronto. For weeks, pro-Palestinian protest groups in the city had been threatening to disrupt the important Jewish solidarity march—the first one since the deadly Hamas attack on Oct. 7.It was stun…
  continue reading
 
This bonus episode is all about getting to know swifts and swallows, those speedy aerial acrobats that make summer skies so lively. Rielle Hoeg joins us to help shed some light on these two groups of birds. You'll get pointers on how to tell them apart, and which species are present across Canada. We also learn about their population status and a c…
  continue reading
 
Blake Masters Blake is a Conservative, a father, husband, entrepreneur and a bestselling author. He was endorsed by President Donald Trump in his 2022 race for U.S. Senate. Blake grew up and attended high school in Arizona before graduating from Stanford University and Stanford Law School. He and his wife, Catherine, have four sons. For more inform…
  continue reading
 
Marshall Ferguson, Colin Fraser and Cam Bickle discuss a WILD Saturday at Grand Bend Motorplex. Local heroes, first time winners, controversial calls and much more! Thanks as always to our sponsors Bridgestone and GP Bikes for making the podcast possible, subscribe and tell a friend to help support the show. Follow us @CSBK_Official on Instagram, T…
  continue reading
 
Dr. Marie Wilson reflects on her time as Truth and Reconciliation Commissioner, Danny Ramadan shares what it was like to seek refuge and search for acceptance in Canada, an exploration of the literary scene in Kilworthy Tanner, and more.
  continue reading
 
Marshall Ferguson, Colin Fraser and Cam Bickle gather during a quick break of Round 2 on track action from Grand Bend to discuss 3-time CSBK Superbike Champion Ben Young's Japanese adventure over the last week and what it yielded! Thanks as always to our sponsors Bridgestone and GP Bikes for making the podcast possible, subscribe and tell a friend …
  continue reading
 
Send me a text message Watch the YouTube video version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/b2pzcuz97jE - Would you like to activate wealth in your life or transform your spirit-led business into a six-figure plus luxury brand? Well, joining me today is someone who can help you do just that. It's Tana Newberry. Welcome to "The Inspired Life," a new …
  continue reading
 
Marshall Ferguson (@TSN_Marsh) and Colin Fraser set you up for Bridgestone CSBK Round 2 excitement at Grand Bend Motorplex. Ben Young was WHERE?! Trevor Dion is dealing with WHAT?! WHO switched manufacturers heading into this weekend? All that and more including home track heroes, wildcards and MotoGP movement madness! Thanks as always to our spons…
  continue reading
 
Frenchie visits Lubeski's Tannery & Tanning Salon, where Rod and Mona act oddly evasive. But Frenchie does learn about the gunfire at the smelt party last night. Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive Mu…
  continue reading
 
William Deverell is a Canadian novelist, activist, and criminal lawyer. He is one of Canada’s best-known novelists, whose first book, Needles, which drew on his experiences as a criminal lawyer, won the McClelland & Stewart $50,000 Seal Award. In 1997, he won the Dashiell Hammett Prize for literary excellence in crime writing in North America for T…
  continue reading
 
Send me a text message I’ve got some breaking news about a new interview series I am launching that’s coming to my affirmations YouTube channel and podcast. It’s called “The Inspired Life.” Every week, I’ll interview someone living their passion and making an impact with their gifts and talents. For instance, you’ll meet a woman who teaches psychic…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. This version of the story "Carmen Lombardi" has a music and sound effect track added. Bedtime Stories for Adults: set in Italy. Carmen was born invisible. She was child number 5 of 9 children of the famous Lombardi family in Italy. The Lombardi family was genetically superior. Lucky children born into this bloodline, soon sh…
  continue reading
 
With summer approaching, Army veteran and long-distance hiker Akuna Robinson joins host V.V. Ganeshananthan and guest co-host Matt Gallagher to talk about the experience of through hiking, or long-distance hiking a trail from end to end. Robinson, the first Black man to complete the Pacific Crest Trail, the Appalachian Trail, and the Continental Di…
  continue reading
 
Montreal professor Joseph Schwarcz doesn’t actually have a medical degree, but that hasn’t stopped him from becoming a popular public figure in the Canadian media landscape as a reliable face of science.Schwarcz, 76, actually has a doctorate in chemistry from McGill University, where he has been based for more than four decades. In that time, he’s …
  continue reading
 
Today we’re launching Travel Tales, season five. And we’re kicking off this season with a roar, although the subjects of today’s episode (polar bears) are much quieter than you’d imagine. Nearly two years ago, host Aislyn Greene attended a TED Talk event in New York, held in partnership with the Canadian tourism board. There she met environmentalis…
  continue reading
 
Hagar Brodutch, her husband Avichai and their three children are settling into their temporary home in Toronto for an extended vacation after a horrific ordeal. Hagar and the kids were among the most high-profile hostages kidnapped on Oct. 7 by Hamas and released after 51 days, during a ceasefire deal in November 2023.Many Canadians followed the Br…
  continue reading
 
TRIGGER/CONTENT WARNING: mental health, suicide, eating disorders --- This episode is taken from a live presentation that Bhavin conducted during the DishWithDina #MadeWithLove Wellness Retreat in December 2021 where Bhavin highlighted the importance of prostate health, discussed essential cancer screenings, and went beyond physical health as he ad…
  continue reading
 
Just hours before Hamas’ attack on southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2023 the Israeli film star Swell Ariel Or was in Canada as the guest of honour at an Israel Bonds fundraiser. The twenty-something actor was fresh off her breakout role in the Israeli historical family saga “The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem” which aired on Netflix in 2022. She portrayed Lun…
  continue reading
 
We're taking a day off at The CJN Daily, so please enjoy this podcast from our friends at Montreal's Federation CJA, which aired last month. To subscribe to their feed, click here. In this episode of the Federation CJA 360 Podcast, host Glenn Nashen talks about using the law and the courts to fight back. Meet lawyer Neil Oberman, who is standing up…
  continue reading
 
Indigenous mothers, Indigenous children, Indigenous parents – Willie Poll sees you – and she wants you to know that you’re enough. In this episode of Getting Lit With Linda, Willie Poll (Metis Nation of Ontario) discusses with Linda why she wrote this children’s book, titled My Little Ogichidaa, and the source of inspiration for its creation – in l…
  continue reading
 
Michael V. Smith talks about growing up queer in rural Ontario in his latest poetry collection, two-time Governor General's Literary Award winner David A. Robertson answers the Proust Questionnaire, What made Biography of X a standout book of 2023, the latest novel from Alex Pugsley, and more.
  continue reading
 
Packed with soul candy, between meeting the Queen, colonoscopies, and finding The Artist's Way, Christina and guest Kristen Herrington cover a lot of shared experiences in this ultra-inspiring chat with heart. It's no wonder these two became fast friends, and only at Kristen's 100 year death will they part. Plus these two share a really BIG announc…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. ENGLISH. BEDTIME STORIES FOR ADULTS 2. Fun/serious story with a tiny important twist. Do not let the beginning frighten you. I wrote the outline to this story in Guatemala -- because I am a photographer. I took pictures of beautiful churches in small towns in Guatemala. And of the people. I try to tread lightly on the souls …
  continue reading
 
“We hold these truths to be self‐​evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” The second sentence of the Declaration of Independence is perhaps one of the most resonant of all phrases from the American Founding. Bu…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, we visit the "New Athens", a newly-restored neighborhood once inhabited by theatre stars, courtesans, and painters. Find out who Napoleon Bonaparte bought bedroom furniture for, admire some truly lovely 1820s architecture, and admire the decadent visionary artistry of Symbolist painter Gustave Moreau. For photos, please check out m…
  continue reading
 
Frenchie unearths a brewing dispute around a rusted ski-doo...and some hard evidence. Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive Music: Oliver Wickham Production: Dana Gadsden Executive Producer: Steve Gadsd…
  continue reading
 
Yafa Sakkejha was named after the city of Jaffa, where, until 1948, her Palestinian grandparents lived and owned property and managed orange groves. Sakkejha’s mother grew up in East Jerusalem, but left the country during the First Intifada in the late 1980s.Sakkejha, who was born and raised in Toronto, feels deep pain over the devastation that has…
  continue reading
 
Loading …

Quick Reference Guide