Best Saint John Podcasts (2024)

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Dec 29, 2024 - Feast of the Holy Family / Lk 2:41-52 3:24

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What the incident of Jesus getting lost in Jerusalem teaches us about the Holy Family - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.What do you learn from this mysterious episode? What did it mean for Jesus to be obedient? How does your relationship with God sustain other relationships in your life?…

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Except for Victorian Christmases 57:32

3h ago57:32

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In this last episode of 2024, we explore how Christmas was celebrated in Saint John in during the Victorian era (1837-1901). In this episode, we are honoured to include a discussion with Saint John’s “Mr. Christmas,” local author David Goss, who has published more than twenty books on Saint John and New Brunswick history. As residents of a British …

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Taking care of seasonal plants 3:49

13h ago3:49

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Amy Cleveland is a horticulture technician and Master Gardener at Cedarcrest Gardens in Saint John.

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When Don Bosco Cried Out for Help, God Sent Him Father Alasonatti | Ep. 249 10:34

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Become a Promoter of St. John Bosco today: https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0249 Even saints get overwhelmed! Don Bosco found himself struggling to manage the growing Oratory. But at the perfect moment, God sent him a faithful helper: Father Victor Alasonatti. This episode tells the remarkable story of how Father Alasonatt…

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Dec 28, 2024 - Holy Innocents / Mt 2:13-18 3:14

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The destructive nature of sin - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.Do you find in yourself overreactions fueled by fears? Are you tempted to cling to something of this world as to a lesser god?

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Dec 27, 2024 - Feast of St. John / Jn 20:1a, 2-8 3:18

15h ago3:18

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The virtue of charity in John the Apostle - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.What calls your attention in the style of charity that is exemplified in John the apostle? What is the Lord telling you through the interactions of Peter and John?

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Dec 26, 2024 - Feast of St. Stephen / Mt 10:17-22 3:25

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The trials of martyrs, a participation in Christ’s Passion - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.What’s been the spiritual fruit of going through trials and rejection? What does Jesus want you to learn from the testimony of martyrs?

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Dec 25, 2024 – Christmas – Mass during the night / Lk 2:1-14 3:31

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“Today in the city of David a Savior has been born for you.” - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.What does the Christmas mystery tell you about the way God acts in our midst? What can make you more capable of perceiving his signs?

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Dec 24, 2024 - Advent / Lk 1:67-79 3:25

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What prompted Zechariah to speak that way? - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings. What are those partial fulfillments of God’s promises in your life that enable you to anticipate the complete fulfilment of his promises? How has He already anticipated his promise of making you holy? How has the Lord purified your heart so that you can…

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Dec 23, 2024 - Advent / Lk 1:57-66 3:23

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The trial of Zechariah - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.In this meditation you can consider whether God has used some situations that threw you a bit off balance to purify your heart. What growth did the Lord intend for you? How is He using current trials to purify you? What is the freedom Jesus wants for you, so you can be read…

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Dec 22, 2024 - 4th Sunday of Advent / Lk 1:39-45 3:15

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What did Mary and Elizabeth focus on? - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.What stands out to you in the example of Mary and Elizabeth? What is your usual outlook on life? What do you focus on? What is God’s vision of what is taking place around you at this time? What would Mary or Elizabeth focus on if they were in your place?…

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Dec 21, 2024 - Advent / Lk 1:39-45 3:06

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The choice for joy – Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.

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Christmas movie recommendations 4:46

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Lisa Hrabluk is our movies and streaming columnist.

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Advice on what kids books to put under the tree 9:08

13h ago9:08

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Local librarian, Jeremy Chiasson, a.k.a. the elf on the bookshelf. Here is the book recommendation list he talked about: Santa’s First Christmas, by Mac Barnett and Sydney Smith (3+) How to Pee Your Pants, The Right Way, by Rachel Matson (6+) Ash’s Cabin by Jen Wang (10+) Not Pop-Pop by Angela De Groot (All Ages)…

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Dec 20, 2024 – Advent / Lk 1:26-38 3:16

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Was Mary unassertive? - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.What do you find inspiring in her? In what way does God want Mary to be a good influence for you? What can you learn from her responses?

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Belleisle Valley 10 Buck Club 9:03

13h ago9:03

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People in the Belleisle area are rallying to help a family in Hatfield Point, after they lost their home to a fire. But that's just one of the good deeds the Belleisle Valley 10 Buck Club has undertaken. The club was started by John Urquhart, he speaks with host Rachel Cave about the club and some of the people they've supported.…

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Marco Polo II replica project update 9:16

10h ago9:16

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After years of waiting in storage, the Marco Polo replica has finally found a permanent home. Barry Ogden speaks with host Rachel Cave about the journey and where the famous ship's replica is headed .

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Urging feds to ease new rules around international student 15:12

9h ago15:12

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Post-secondary schools and organizations are calling on the Trudeau government to repeal its new caps, requirements and restrictions on international students. They say they're turning the lives of these students upside down. Host Rachel Cave speaks with Tracy Glynn is a co-founder and board member for the Madhu Verma Migrant Justice Centre in Fred…

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Dec 19, 2024 - Advent / Lk 1:5-25 3:29

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Readiness for demanding graces - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.With what aspect of your faith journey does this passage resonate? Have some opportunities and gifts from God placed some demand or constraints on you? How have you been led to grow because of those opportunities?

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Middle school student walks home without winter wear as their locker was bolted shut 9:35

22h ago9:35

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Molly Burgess's 11-year-old son Mark attends Barnhill Memorial School and was forced to wait outside for the bus in just a T-shirt. CBC's Mia Urquhart speaks with Molly who talks on the school's reasoning behind the lock and why a call with principle lead to more frustration

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Horizon Health Network makes changes to emergency departments for the holidays 14:49

22h ago14:49

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Horizon Health Network and CEO Margaret Melanson made some changes to alleviate pressure and avoid last year's hospital holiday crunch at emergency departments. To share some perspective on the Regional's emergency room over the holidays, ER physician Dr. Fraser Mackay joins the show.

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Simons Highschool raises donations for the Saint john Seafarers' Mission 6:15

6d ago6:15

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Simonds High School have been collecting donations for the Saint John Seafarers' Mission. Last week student council members presented the donations to Tony Dickinson, the mission's executive director. CBC's Megan MacAlpine stopped by the busy high school and spoke to donators.

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Dec 18, 2024 - Advent / Mt 1:18-25 3:11

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Why was Joseph left in the dark? - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.Have you seen these dynamics at work in your life? Are there situations in your life in which God is calling you to be faithful to the light that is available to you at this time? Has He purified your heart through different tests, so that you may be ready for the…

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Saint John reforms its zoning bylaw in an effort to increase affordable housing 12:34

12h ago12:34

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Yeva Mattson is a community planner for the City of Saint John and Pankuj Nalavde is the city's Community Planning and Housing Director.

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A Moncton cat is now in Charlotte County after getting a ride on a Ganong candy truck 4:58

12h ago4:58

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Sharon Edgingdton is the shelter administrator at the Charlotte County SPCA. For more information on Mr. Ganong and other animals the SPCA you can find them on Facebook at Charlotte County SPCA (New Brunswick).

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A ride-hailing and delivery company is looking to expand into Rothesay 7:22

12h ago7:22

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Sash Selvaratnam is the founder and CEO of Zippy, a ride-hailing service is recruiting drivers for its expansion into Rothesay.

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A goodwill clothesline full of warm winter clothes gets set up in St. Andrews 5:43

12h ago5:43

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The CBC's Megan MacAlpine spoke with Paula Ross who puts up clotheslines filled with socks, mittens, toques and more, free to anyone who needs them in Saint Andrews, and St. George.

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Dec 17, 2024 - Advent / Mt 1:1-17 3:32

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Is the genealogy of Jesus relevant to us? - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings. Think of some of the factors that explain who you are: yourstory, your talents, your culture. How have those factors been assumed, purified and redeemed in your new life in Christ?

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Local teacher helps students tell NB's untold stories 9:34

1d ago9:34

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Connie Shea is a history and social studies teacher at St. Malachy's Memorial High School, who was recently awarded a Governor General’s History Award for Excellence in Teaching.

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Sussex couple set up a community pantry in their front yard 11:27

11d ago11:27

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Gisele McKnight saw a need and did her best to fill it, by opening an outdoor pantry on her quiet street in Sussex.

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Saint John's new out-of-the-cold shelter is up and running 5:59

1d ago5:59

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Melanie Vautour is executive director of Fresh Start Services, the non-profit running the new out-of-the-cold shelter on Rothesay Avenue. She was speaking with CBC's Nipun Tiwari.

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Dec 16, 2024 - 3rd Monday of Advent / Mt 21:23-27 3:27

4d ago3:27

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Do we have the authority to judge Christ? - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.Is there is any area in your heart in which you have accepted some inconsistency? Do you see the importance of trusting God’s authority? Have you seen, in your case or in the case of others, what life is like when there’s no guidance of any authority? How…

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Dec 15, 2024 - 3rd Sunday of Advent / Lk 3:10-18 3:24

10d ago3:24

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Human righteousness vs. life in the Holy Spirit - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.Have you seen that difference between human righteousness and the gift of the Spirit? Why does the Lord want you to receive life in the Holy Spirit? What steps of human righteousness do you need to take now, to better prepare to receive that gift?…

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Dec 14, 2024 - 2nd Saturday of Advent / Mt 17:9a, 10-13 3:31

7d ago3:31

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Was Elijah supposed to come back before Christ? - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.Why do you think God sent someone in the spirit of Elijah to prepare his coming? Could anything be eclipsing the signs of God’s coming to us this Advent? What would the Lord want you to do in preparation?…

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Geminid meteor shower this weekend 6:47

4d ago6:47

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Festive lights aren't the only noteworthy light show this week. The annual Geminid meteor shower is also peaking today and tomorrow. Host Steven Webb speaks with local astronomer Chris Curwin about how to get the best look at one of the year's most reliable meteor showers.

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Shoplifting leaving business owners strapped this holiday season 16:57

8d ago16:57

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The lead up to the holidays is a busy shopping season. But retailers say it's also a busy shoplifting season. Steve Webb speaks with Liz Miller a small business owner in Saint John, and then he speaks with Jim Cormier with the Retail Council of Canada

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Movies: Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties 8:06

10d ago8:06

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The Trailer Park Boys are continuing their adventures in their new movie Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties. And this time they’re leaving behind Sunnydale Trailer Park in good old Nova Scotia for the bright lights of Europe, where they meet a few famous people. Our film and streaming columnist Lisa Hrabluk has the details.…

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Province announces plans for two French schools in region 9:44

4d ago9:44

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The province has plans for two French schools in mainly English-speaking communities. Host Steven Webb speaks with the president of the Francophone South District Education Council, Michel Cote about how that might effect the Francophone Sud DEC's lawsuit.

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From community organizer to municipal councillor 5:41

4d ago5:41

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Host Steven Webb speaks with Mary-Francis Keirstead . The Norton resident's push to fix the Norton school led to a surprise byelection win.

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Dec 13, 2024 - 2nd Friday of Advent / Mt 11:16-19 3:33

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The complementary facets of Christianity - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.Are there circumstances I tend to complain about? How has God shown his providential care for me, even in the midst of these circumstances? If you are familiar with the lives of these saints , spend some time in this meditation thinking of their fidelity i…

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Small businesses concerned 8:16

5d ago8:16

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Some small businesses are worried that they'll have two strikes against them in the lead up to Christmas. Headaches over the GST holiday and shipping hassles because of the Canada Post labour disruption. Host Rachel Cave speaks with Dan Kelle president of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business.…

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Maryam Naslafkih: fermented foods 5:31

16d ago5:31

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Remember during the lockdown and everyone tried their hand at sourdough or kimchi? Fermenting food was the hip trend to past the time indoors, but it might be worth your while to make it a regular part of your diet. Registered dietitian Maryam Naslfakih shares the benefits and debunk the myths around fermented foods.…

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Saint John Police Force changing how it responds to medical calls 6:42

5d ago6:42

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The Saint John Police Force will soon be responding to fewer medical calls. The force will only respond under certain circumstances to ensure officers focus on core policing duties. Host Rachel Cave speaks with acting Staff Sgt. Matthew Weir to explain.

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Dec 12, 2024 - Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe / Lk 1:39-47 3:24

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On the visitation, and on some keys to Mary’s holiness - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.Is God opening doors in your life, doors that could lead to growth? Can you find examples of things you did beyond what was your duty that led to good fruits in your human and spiritual growth? How has the Lord encouraged you to grow by point…

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Our house doctor on asthma 6:17

6d ago6:17

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Dr. Mike Simon tells us about new research out of the UK that is touting a new treatment for asthma.

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A life in Saint John after fleeing Syria 10:56

6d ago10:56

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Zaher Sharbaji is a student at UNB in Saint John, whose family came to Saint John in 2017, after fleeing the conflict in Syria.

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NB's auditor general says the province is failing its obligations on reviewing and reporting child deaths 11:49

19d ago11:49

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Paul Martin is the auditor general of New Brunswick.

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New ways to collect charitable donations during the postal strike 5:36

6d ago5:36

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Shannon Hunter is president and CEO of the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation.

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Dec 11, 2024 - 2nd Wednesday of Advent / Mt 11:28-30 3:27

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The burden Jesus bids us carry - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today’s readings.What’s the burden you are carrying? To which of these burdens do the words of Jesus apply most clearly? Have you experienced that rest that Jesus promises when you take his yoke upon you?

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Feds commit $1 billon for N.B. renewal energy 9:31

20d ago9:31

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The federal government has committed $1 billion in funding for renewable energy projects in the province. Beverly Gingras, the executive director of the Conservation Council of New Brunswick she speaks with host Rachel Cave about what the money could and should do.

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