Best Nova Scotian Podcasts (2024)

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One Nova Scotian is taking what he calls an "ADHD Road Trip" -- with stops in Newfoundland 6:21

6h ago6:21

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There are lots of RVs and campers travelling on our roads right now, and one of them might stand out from the others. It has the words, "ADHD Road Trip" marked on the side. Keith Gelhorn is the man behind the wheel. He's been all around the island, from St. Anthony to St. John's, and back to the West Coast in recent days. He joined us on the line t…

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We take a ride with the Inshore Rescue Boat program, and see how they save lives 11:21

7h ago11:21

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There aren't many summer jobs that involve saving lives, but the Inshore Rescue Boat program puts post secondary students through weeks of training to equip them for search and rescue missions. The Morning Show’s Katherine Crummey visited the Canadian Coast Guard team in Conception Bay South to find out all about it.…

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We hear about a new business that's helping international students find housing before they get here 8:34

7h ago8:34

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For international students, finding a place to live can be extra difficult. You can't visit potential apartments in person, and have no idea if it matches the description and photos. In studio today we were joined by Neha Kumari, who discussed how she's hoping to make this process easier. She recently started Assured Hubs, a new business that helps…

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We hear from one artist who created an interactive exhibit using helium balloons and bells 5:12

7h ago5:12

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This week, the city is reverberating with unusual and unexpected soundscapes. The Sound Symposium is back, featuring artists from around the world. Morning show reporter Darrell Roberts visited the Craft Council in downtown St. John's, to check out one of the exhibits happening this week

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Why would a successful Nigerian lawyer leave his home and family, and move to Newfoundland? We find out 8:14

7h ago8:14

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Nigerian lawyer Emmanuel Oyesomi didn't have to make the journey to Newfoundland. But a couple of years ago he decided to leave Nigeria, and move to St. John's. That's where he was called to the bar in June. Now, he's beginning a new legal career in the city, as an associate lawyer at Gittens, de Beer, and Associates. We spoke with him in his offic…

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One Newfoundland woman just celebrated her 100th birthday, and she told us all the secrets for a long and happy life 4:54

7h ago4:54

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Neva Johnson just celebrated her 100th birthday at Kenny's Pond Retirement Home, and our Morning Show Reporter Darrell Roberts had a special invite to the party to chat with the birthday girl, and find out the secret to living a long and healthy life.

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Assassination Attempts, England Losing, Crying & Ballet! 47:23

4h ago47:23

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In the 20th episode of your new favorite podcast, James rambles about success, failure, fridges, sandwiches, the Euro final, the Copa America final, Ballet By The Ocean, football fans, Roger Federer, Michale Jordan, Yip Cider, books, Blackpool, Bournemouth, crying and Trump's near assassination and answers all of your crazy questions! Learn more ab…

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We head down to the St. John's harbourfront, where a 3,000-person cruise ship will dock for the day 20:56

3h ago20:56

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The Norwegian Star ---a 3,000 passenger ship --- pulled into the St. John's harbour for the day. It's one of dozens of cruise ships scheduled to visit St. John's this summer, bringing thousands of tourists. There's a whole team of local people who make sure the visits go smoothly. Our Morning Show reporters Darrell Roberts and Katherine Crummey wen…

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We head to The Rooms to find out how they keep thousands of historic documents and artifacts safe from the summer heat 6:44

3h ago6:44

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The folks at The Rooms are feeling the summer heat and humidity. Last week, the museum had to close on short notice to help keep its collection safe on a particularly hot and muggy day. This had us curious: How much work goes into protecting those historic documents and artifacts from the heat? Our Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts went down in…

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FFAW-Unifor served fresh cod on the harbour today, to attract attention to the federal decision to reopen the commercial cod fishery 8:13

3h ago8:13

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FFAW-Unifor is letting everyone know how they feel about the state of the northern cod fishery, and it's sure to get the attention of anyone who likes a meal of fish. Union representatives took to the waterfront today handing out free cod, and talking about their cause. Darrell Roberts visited them to discuss.…

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Choices for Youth is under new leadership, and we hear from the new director about the non-profit's new visions 10:56

2h ago10:56

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For more than thirty years, young people at risk have been able to count on Choices for Youth to guide the way. Now there's new leadership at Choices for Youth. Longtime executive director Sheldon Pollett has passed the torch to Jen Crowe, and this is her first week in the job. She joined us in the studio today to discuss.…

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Who says ghost stories are just for Halloween? We hear a selection of tales from the St. John’s Haunted Hike 17:00

2h ago17:00

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The St. John’s Haunted Hike is underway for its 27th season. People taking the tour get tales of ghosts and ghouls, crime and intrigue. The Morning Show’s Katherine Crummey took the tour with the man behind the haunted hike, Dale Jarvis. And he showed her a few spooky spots in downtown St. John’s.

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We hear from a woman who finally received brain surgery, after two years of waiting for an MRI -- then being diagnosed with a brain tumour 8:15

2h ago8:15

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Earlier this month, N.L. Health Services confirmed that about 7,000 people in the Eastern zone are waiting for an MRI. Alanna McDonald, who's a mother of three in St. John's, finally got hers two years after developing symptoms of migraines and facial numbness. She was diagnosed with a brain tumour, and scheduled for a brain surgery. Now, she's bac…

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We hear about this week's 100th anniversary celebrations at the nostalogic VOWR radio station 8:10

2h ago8:10

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If you know the St. John's radio scene, you will instantly recognize the unmistakable sound of VOWR. This week, the station celebrates its 100th anniversary. Founded as the outreach ministry of the Wesley Methodist Church, it first went to air with a church service broadcast on July 20th, 1924. We spoke with the station manager Ron LeDrew, and chai…

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Local dental hygienists aren’t seeing as many new clients as they expected, and we find out more about what might be causing this 9:08

19h ago9:08

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As of last month, if you’re under 18, OR over 65, with a household income under ninety-thousand dollars per year, you’re likely eligible for coverage under the dental care plan. Despite this being a more affordable option for many, fewer people than expected are showing up to get their teeth checked. Nicole Kielly joined us on the line today to dis…

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One woman’s story of surviving cancer in her mid-30s, and why she decided to write a book about it 14:25

19h ago14:25

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In 2018, Ashleigh Matthews was just 34 when she was diagnosed with cancer. In the years that followed, she underwent multiple surgeries and treatments to fight the disease. Now, she’s written a book – It's called “Otherwise Grossly Unremarkable.” It chronicles her battle with cancer, and how it changed her life. This morning we spoke with Ashleigh …

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Churchill Falls, and now Labrador City, have been evacuated due to wildfires -- we find out more about the situation 6:31

19h ago6:31

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As of Friday evening, Labrador City has been evacuated due to wildfire. Residents were told to leave as soon as possible, and to check in at the EJ Bloomfield Arena in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. This comes almost a month after Churchill Falls was evacuated for the same reason. One of those evacuees is the CBC's Darryl Dinn, who joined us on the line t…

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We put our best hoof forward and learn about equine-assisted therapy at Rainbow Riders 17:28

19h ago17:28

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Equine-assisted therapy ranges from basic interaction with horses, all the way up to competitive riding. Over the past 30 years, the four-legged friends at Rainbow Riders in St. John's have helped hundreds of young people. Our Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts visited their stables on Mount Scio Road in St. John's to learn more about the progra…

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Labrador City has been evacuated because of wildfires, and we hear from mayor Belinda Adams 8:47

19h ago8:47

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Residents of Labrador City are watching the situation closely this morning, as wildfires continue to threaten the town. Residents were told to leave as soon as possible, and to check in at the EJ Bloomfield Arena in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. The Labrador City mayor, Belinda Adams, joined us on the line this morning.…

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Jake Nicoll, songwriter, singer and producer, joined us live in the studio to talk about his new album and play a couple of songs 21:48

4d ago21:48

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When it comes to music, Jake Nicoll can do it all. And his fingerprints are all over the St. John's music scene. He joined us to talk about his new album and play a couple of songs, live in the studio. His new album is called "Lonely Mission."

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We'll tell you how fried chicken brought one Northern Irish TikTok star across the Atlantic Ocean 6:32

4d ago6:32

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Whitney McCullough is a TikTok creator from Northern Ireland who loves Mary Browns. Newfoundlanders discovered Whitney's account after the local chain opened its first international location in Northern Ireland earlier this year. She's amassed 183-thousand followers by making videos about Northern Irish slang, and its similarities to the Newfoundla…

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One passenger's journey on the new Marine Atlantic vessel, the Ala'suinu, was less than ideal 7:47

4d ago7:47

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Marine Atlantic's new vessel the Ala'suinu just made its first crossing from Sydney to Argentia. It's been a long time coming, with delays to the boat's arrival since mid-June. But yesterday morning, the ferry arrived in Argentia. And while this news was welcome to businesses in the Placentia area, one passenger is saying that the experience was an…

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A new beer festival in Paradise, called Banished Fest, is bringing in brews from across the country 7:10

4d ago7:10

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Banished Brewing in Paradise will host its first-ever Banished Fest this weekend. Craig Farewell is a co-owner and director of operations at Banished Brewing, and he's also a festival organizer. He joined us on the line today to talk about the new beer festival in town.

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Folk fest is just around the corner, and we'll give you the details of this weekend's festivities from Bannerman Park 10:08

4d ago10:08

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Folk fest is just around the corner! Our Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts is at Bannerman Park to give us all the details about this weekend's festivities.

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This Foodie Friday, we head to Clarke's Beach to hear about the Newfoundland Distillery's latest creation 9:08

4d ago9:08

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Presentation can be just as important as flavour when it comes to cocktails. That's part of the thinking behind the new, ruby red Fireweed Vodka from the Newfoundland Distillery. Our Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts visited the distillery's tasting room in Clarke's Beach to learn about the process behind the company's collection of spirits.…

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Marine Atlantic's brand new vessel, the Ala'suinu, is scheduled to dock in Argentia this morning 10:21

5d ago10:21

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With the constant delays for Marine Atlantic's new vessel on the North Sydney to Argentia run, tourism services in Placentia have been bone dry. But the boat is scheduled to dock in Argentia this morning. We speak with the Deputy Mayor of Placentia, Wayne Power, about the reprieve this will give business owners.…

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A new feature at Rotary Sunshine Park is ensuring that everyone can go swimming 4:44

5d ago4:44

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An accessible mat is now installed at Rotary Sunshine Park. It extends from the trail, down across the sand, and into the shore, allowing wheelchair users to enjoy the water with ease. The Morning Show's Katherine Crummey stopped by the beach, and spoke with Mayor Danny Breen and Rotary Club president Nancy Hollett about the collaboration.…

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A 200-year-old cottage overlooking Brigus has welcomed some of this province's most well-known artists 7:53

5d ago7:53

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For over a century, artists have worked on their craft in a cottage over Brigus. Now, the cottage is under the care of Landfall Trust, and some of this province's most well-known authors and musicians have stayed there. Christina Wells was last month's writer in residence, and our Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts visited Kent Cottage on her la…

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We hear from one newcomer to the province about her life in St. John's, and how she's coping with speaking English 11:30

5d ago11:30

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Spanish, as a native language, is spoken by about 486 million people, and a further 75 million speak it as a second language. After a quick language lesson from grad student and singer Estefania Arreguin Vera, the CBC's Sandi Noseworthy tried to make that number 75 million and one!

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The Best Kind BBQ is back for another year, with their largest musical headliner yet 5:19

5d ago5:19

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The all-day Best Kind BBQ festival features electronic, hip hop, and indie music. And this Saturday at St. David's Park in Mount Pearl, they have their largest headliner yet. Brent McNamara (or Mac for short) is the co-founder and organizer of the Best Kind BBQ, he joined us live in studio to talk about it.…

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We talk to Agriculture in the Classroom about how they’re working to get kids interested in the world of farming 9:52

5d ago9:52

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Agriculture in the Classroom is a program that brings the world of farming to schools across the country. And this week, they’re hosting national meetings here in St. John’s. Our Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts joined them now, to learn about how they're working to get kids interested in farming.…

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Canada V Argentina, Nickelback, Axel Foley & Sandwiches! 1:08:36

3d ago1:08:36

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In the 19th episode, Mullinger rambles about last night's Argentina Vs Canada game, the Qplex water slides, Yogi Bear Campground, John Candy, hockey, Woodstock, Katelin Dean, Dooryard Arts Festival, Beverly Hills Cop 4, Sandwich Junkies, collecting Panini and Topps stickers, Long Bay beer, cancelled camps, scooter safety, Ethan Ash, kayaking, Villa…

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Joey Smallwood and Peter Cashin have another battle at the Conception Bay Museum, 75 years after Confederation 9:26

6d ago9:26

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75 years after the people of Harbour Grace said "no" to Confederation, Joey Smallwood is giving it another try, and Peter Cashin is ready to shout him down. They're both back in Harbour Grace, or that's what everyone will be invited to imagine, when they gather at the Conception Bay Museum at noon. Pat Collins will play the role of Smallwood, and m…

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Liver disease is on the rise in Canada, and that means there's an increased need for liver transplants 6:56

6d ago6:56

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The Canadian Liver Journal estimates more than 3 million Canadians are living with a liver disease, and many of them need transplants. Janet Hong is a Maddox Cove woman who needs a new liver, and she's turned to social media for help. Dr. Nazia Selzner is the director of live liver transplantation at the UHN Ajmera Transplant Centre in Toronto. The…

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If you plan to get out on the water, here are some boating safety tips from Transport Canada 7:39

6d ago7:39

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Living in a coastal community, going boating in the summer is almost inevitable. But summer fun requires summer safety. According to the Lifesaving Society of Newfoundland and Labrador, 40 per cent of drownings in 2023 occurred while boating. Sean Fitzpatrick, the manager of boating safety in St. John’s, joined us in studio today to share some tips…

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We head to the Mount Pearl Pride flag raising, as Pride Celebrations kick off around the island 7:15

6d ago7:15

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This year's Pride celebrations have had its fair share of controversy after the Pride board invited Palestine Action YYT to lead this year's parade, and one company cancelled its sponsored event. But the rest of the festival is going ahead as usual, and in Mount Pearl, they are set to kick off the week right now. Our Morning show reporter Darrell R…

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Quadrangle, a safe space for the 2SLGBTQ+ community, has named a new executive director 7:45

6d ago7:45

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Creating a communal space for 2SLGBTQ+ people in this province is the mandate for the Quadrangle community group. Colt Politte is the new executive director of the group, and he joined us in studio today to talk about his new position.

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We hear from the John Howard Society on problems at His Majesty's Penitentiary 10:39

6d ago10:39

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The province allotted 8-million dollars for improvements to His Majesty's Penitentiary, and tenders went out last month. Yesterday, the minister of transportation and infrastructure told reporters the province is "slowly but surely" moving forward with that plan. But John Abbott added that only "minor work" has been done at this point. Cindy Murphy…

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For Adil Al-Mehiawi, graduating from MUN's medical school is just the latest milestone in an extraordinary journey 9:11

7d ago9:11

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His parents pursued medical careers that took them from the civil war in Libya, to a family practice on the Burin Peninsula. Now, Adil Al-Mehiawi has just graduated from MUN's medical school, and he's using their story as inspiration for his career. The whole family eventually ended up in Newfoundland, though not all at the same time. To fill in th…

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We hear what kids are up to at The Art Factory -- a creative new business in St. John's 5:54

7d ago5:54

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There's a new play centre in town, and it's letting kids unleash their creativity. The Art Factory is a drop-in space where young kids can explore their artistic side. The Morning Show's Darrell Roberts stopped by this morning to check it out, and see how kids and parents alike feel about the new business,…

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Tonight's an exciting time for soccer fans, and the Feildians Athletic Association club captain tells us why 9:04

7d ago9:04

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It's an exciting night for soccer fans! Canada will go head-to-head against Argentina in the Copa America semi-finals. This week also marks the 125th anniversary of the Feildians Athletic Association here in St. John's. The club captain, Bobby Gamba, joined us live in studio today to discuss.

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A group of avid swimmers have crowd-sourced a list of the best places to swim right across the province 8:14

7d ago8:14

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The sun's out, and it's warming up. Perfect swimming weather, but where's the best spot? Our Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts sought out advice this morning on the best places to swim in the province.

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We hear how the local South Sudanese community is celebrating Sudan Independence Day 9:18

7d ago9:18

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South Sudan gained independence 13 years ago today. That momentous day came on the heels of a two-decade long civil war with Sudan. The local South Sudanese community will celebrate with an event at Pippy Park this afternoon. To find out more, Aluel Achiek and Jacob Gum joined us in the studio today.…

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A guy from Chapel Arm has found himself in the middle of a rap battle between Drake and Kendrick Lamar 8:53

8d ago8:53

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The beef between two superstars of rap, Drake and Kendrick Lamar, exploded on streaming charts, as the artists traded insult tracks. Matthew Smith of Chapel Arm has become a go-to expert in decoding the lyrics in these tracks, which contain hidden meanings for the deep listener. His YouTube channel "What's The Dirt" has attracted over 73 million vi…

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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has given thousands of books to children in this province, but it needs help 9:19

8d ago9:19

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Almost 55-hundred kids in Newfoundland and Labrador have received free books, thanks to the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. But the program manager Carolyn Clarke says it's time to expand that number and make books available to all kids in the province. She joined us on the line today to discuss how expanding all over Newfoundland and Labrador co…

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The return of this province’s commercial cod fishery is being met with mixed reviews 7:22

11d ago7:22

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Today we heard what the folks at Ocean Choice International think of the new approach to northern cod. DFO declared an end to the northern cod moratorium last month. The FFAW says the province should return to the ‘stewardship’ fishery model that’s been used since 2006. Even Premier Andrew Furey weighed in to express his concern around the fishery …

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Three students were charged with trespassing on the MUN campus for refusing to leave the MUN Students for Palestine encampment 18:49

8d ago18:49

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Three Memorial University students were charged with trespassing over the weekend. They were part of the MUN Students for Palestine group that refused to leave the encampment on campus, after the university asked the group to disband on Friday. Today we heard from MUN faculty and students about the latest on this situation.…

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A Maddox Cove woman has turned to social media to help her find a lifesaving liver doner match 9:32

8d ago9:32

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The Morning Show's Katherine Crummey sat down with Janet Hong to discuss her journey, and her next steps, after being diagnosed with Primary Biliary Cholangitis thirty years ago. It's a disease which attacks the liver, and has left Janet requiring a liver transplant. She has turned to social media to find a donor match, but she's still waiting.…

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The province is putting its name on the front of the jersey for a football team in the north of England 9:05

10d ago9:05

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In Barrow, England, the local football team will carry this province's name into every game. Newfoundland and Labrador is printed right on the front of the jerseys worn by Barrow AFC, thanks to a deal made the provincial government. Today, we spoke with two Barrow fans, to find out more about the team we're now sponsoring.…

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We talk about Lee Stewart's unique quest to visit every Riff location in the province 8:04

11d ago8:04

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There are twenty Riff locations across the province - 18 on the island and 2 in Labrador. And Lee Stewart has visited them all. His Riff's challenge began last summer, and was completed three days ago. He joined us on the line today from Labrador City to discuss his unique challenge.

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