Beste Newfoundland podcaster (2024)

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Students speak out on shakeup to Canada's immigration policy 8:02

4d ago8:02

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Some international students in Corner Brook are speaking out about changes to Canada's immigration policy. The federal government recently announced major cuts. The number of new permanent residents will be reduced by almost 100-thousand, and there's also a cap on the number of temporary residents. That's left some international students and tempor…

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One Year and Three Days in a New City 7:39

6d ago7:39

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Wayne talks about the one-year anniversary of his move from Ottawa to St. John’s ▬Av Wayne Jones

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Senator from NL honours her Indigenous father in the senate chambers 2:31

4d ago2:31

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There was a touching moment in the Senate Chambers in Ottawa earlier this week. A Senator from Newfoundland and Labrador offered a special welcome to her Indigenous father. Judy White acknowledged that Mi'kmaw Elder Calvin White of Flat Bay, was watching from the Gallery.

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RCMP's rep in NL explains crime trends, and how to fIght them 8:36

4d ago8:36

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The Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador Conference in Gander is focusing on crime and policing. Patrick Cahill is assistant commissioner and commanding officer of the RCMP in Newfoundland and Labrador, and he lead the discussion.

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Sisters' skills sparkle on snowy slopes of Steady Brook 7:33

4d ago7:33

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Two sisters from Steady Brook spend a lot of their time carving the slopes of Marble Mountain on skis and snowboards. They're among the most recent winners of Premier's Athletic Awards, which honour one hundred of this province's top young athletes. The awards were presented in late October, and two of the recipients were alpine skier Lily Hayden a…

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NL's municipal leaders tackle racism, hate and discrimination 9:32

4d ago9:32

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Many community leaders from across the province are in Gander, at the Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador Conference. They'll talk about the issues some of their residents face - racism, hate and discrimination, and others. A session called Standing Against Hate: Municipal Leadership for Anti-Racism will be moderated by two members of the Anti…

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Community group in Bonavista planning for daycare, hydroponic farm 6:59

5d ago6:59

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The SaltWater Community Association is dreaming big. It has a brand new office in Bonavista, and it's made plans for a daycare in Melrose and a hydroponic farm in Port Union. Cathy Bishop is the director of communications for the SaltWater Community Association. She spoke with the CBC's Hillary Johnson.…

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Trump is in. We had reaction from a Newfoundlander with dual Canadian/U.S. citizenship 10:01

5d ago10:01

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ICYMI: A Newfoundlander with dual U.S./Canada citizenship is reflecting on Wednesday night's U.S. presidential election. Republican candidate Donald Trump will again become President of the United States, defeating Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. Kelly Anne Butler grew up in the U.S. as the daughter of an American serviceman and eventually move…

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Exploits Search and Rescue team has a new emergency vehicle 8:41

5d ago8:41

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They had to wait a long time and do a lot of fundraising, but Exploits Search and Rescue finally have their new emergency vehicle. The group knew it was time to start looking for a new one when the old 1991 Chevrolet cube van wasn't safe on the road anymore. Fred Penney is a member of Exploits Search and Rescue.…

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Berths and a birth: Marine Atlantic had both on board last week 11:56

5d ago11:56

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It was an early arrival on a Marine Atlantic ferry, as the newest resident of the Codroy Valley just couldn't wait to make her appearance. Miley is the newborn daughter of Lindsey Gale and Mason Devoe. She was born -- prematurely -- on board the ferry early last Friday morning as it approached North Sydney, NS. We reached the proud parents, Lindsey…

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ICYMI: NL government backpedals on decision to double up some single long-term care rooms in Corner Brook 4:01

5d ago4:01

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A couple of weeks ago, the Department of Health announced a plan to double up 15 single-occupancy long-term care rooms in Corner Brook. On Monday, the provincial Seniors' Advocate released a statement opposing the plan. In that statement, Susan Walsh said such a move would impact privacy, dignity, infection control, visitation, patient safety, qual…

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NLfilm maker's newest work explores how to raise our sons to be "good men" 8:48

5d ago8:48

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An NL documentary filmmaker's latest project was inspired by becoming a dad. Justin Simms' son, Jude was born eight years ago. That got Josh thinking about how to raise a son to be a "good person" - and what that even means. The resulting film is called, "Sons." Justin Simms spoke with Martin Jones.

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Playing for Connor: Minor hockey tournament honours 14yo Connor Butt 9:28

5d ago9:28

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(*Contains correct audio*) Minor hockey players in Stephenville will remember one of their own this weekend. They're playing in the Connor Butt Memorial Tournament at the Stephenville Dome. The tournament is in memory of a local minor player, Connor Butt, who died last year at the age of 14. The rink was Connor's favorite place to be, and it's wher…

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Giving health a fair chance - wellness fair draws hundreds 6:05

6d ago6:05

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It was about well-being...and it was well-attended. Hundreds of people came to a community well-being fair in Corner Brook yesterday. They visited more than 25 booths that governments, non-profit organizations and local food vendors had set up. People took in presentations to help them with everything from managing their finances, to making the rig…

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Friends gather at Guy Fawkes Night bonfire, support Toy Drive 6:44

6d ago6:44

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While some of us were watching election results in the warmth of our homes, many people in Newfoundland and Labrador were warming themselves by a bonfire. That's because last night was Guy Fawkes Night. The Appalachian Chalets and RV in Corner Brook held their popular annual Community Bonfire Night. People gathered and enjoyed the warmth and spirit…

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Two doctors say self-care NOW may help you avoid sickness later 15:17

7d ago15:17

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Two doctors say maintaining and improving health and well-being now may help you avoid getting sick at all. Dr. Pat Parfrey and Dr. Sean Connors were in Corner Brook for a Community Well-Being Fair. They talked about some of what's referred to as "social determinants" of health. Parfrey is deputy minister of health transformation with the provincia…

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U.S.-election anxiety? Psychologist offers advice on coping 7:26

7d ago7:26

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As Americans headed to the polls today, people on both sides of the border anticipated hearing the results this week, Some were even anxious, with the uncertainty about what's going to happen weighing heavily on their minds. Janine Hubbard is a registered psychologist who works in St. John's.

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Gander man is an ex-pat American who still votes in U.S. elections 7:33

7d ago7:33

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It's a big day for Americans south of the border - and ex-pats living around the world. The much-anticipated presidential election is happening today. Millions of Americans have already cast their ballots - in person, at early voting opportunities, or by mail. Greg Blumer of Gander has sent his absentee ballot to his home state of Pennsylvania, one…

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Protesters say redfish regulations are strangling the redfish fishery 3:15

7d ago3:15

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Fish harvesters are upset about the latest regulation related to the redfish fishery in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Yesterday, they showed their displeasure at a protest outside DFO offices in Corner Brook. Harvesters will now need an onboard, at-sea observer on every trip they take. Incoming FFAW president Dwan Street was at yesterday's protest and …

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An event promoting well-being is coming to Corner Brook 9:26

8d ago9:26

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Some organizations are coming together to bring a community well-being fair to Corner Brook. The event is happening on Tuesday at the Corner Brook Civic Centre. Lindsey Hynes is the director of community vitality, innovation and impact for the Community Sector Council NL, which is one of the organizers of the event. She was in our Corner Brook stud…

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Guy Poole invested into the Order of Newfoundland and Labrador last week for fundraising walks to raise money for diabetes research 9:58

8d ago9:58

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A man from Southern Labrador has been honoured with the Order of Newfoundland and Labrador. Guy Poole of St. Lewis has walked 4,000 kilometres in the past 19 years in a fundraiser he created called Liz's Walk. It was named for Poole's wife, who died of complications from diabetes. The walk has taken Poole across much of the Big Land as well as the …

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Deer Lake mayor reflects on the deadly fire that destroyed the Driftwood Inn 7:25

8d ago7:25

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When fire destroyed The Driftwood Inn in Deer Lake on October 19, the loss was huge for the community. But even more tragically, the fire claimed the life of Eugene Spoon, a hunter from the United States. Deer Lake mayor Mike Goosney joined us to talk about how the events have affected people, and what steps have been taken since they happened.…

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Western Nfld. writer is Indigenous Storyteller in Residence at NL Public Libraries 8:46

11d ago8:46

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Creating spaces to bring people, communities and cultures together through art - that's the idea behind the Indigenous Storyteller in Residence program at Newfoundland and Labrador Public Libraries. It's offered in association with the TD Bank Group and is in its second year. Ivan J. White is the Indigenous Education Specialist with Memorial Univer…

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One in four new parents in NL will experience a perinatal mood and anxiety. We asked about treatment 8:32

12d ago8:32

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Supporting the mental health of new parents and making people aware of the problem - those are the goals of a symposium happening this weekend. It's the first ever for the Perinatal Mental Health Alliance of Newfoundland and Labrador. About 28 percent of parents of children - from newborn to one year old - will experience a mood or anxiety illness.…

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Awaken your inner witch! We go inside a witchy meditation 5:46

12d ago5:46

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Picture this: The room is dark and moody, candles everywhere. Everyone is wearing black. A witch cascades her hands all around their bodies as music plays, strengthening their psychic and magical powers. No, this is not a movie - it's the Zen Den in Corner Brook, where professional witch Sarah Hager offers her witchy meditation. The CBC's Colleen C…

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NL's Finance minister presents a mid-year fiscal update. We asked an economist what it all means 8:27

12d ago8:27

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Provincial Minister of Finance Siobhan Coady delivered a mid-year fiscal update on Wednesday, painting an encouraging picture of the financial state of the province. But later in the day, the provincial auditor general said the province's financial position is worsening. Alison Coffin is an economist at Memorial University of Newfoundland.…

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No space, no event: A Corner Brook group cancels its Haunted House fundraiser 6:57

12d ago6:57

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For many people, Hallowe'en is all about the thrill of a good scare! Haunted houses are the ultimate way to get that spine-tingling, immersive fright. For charities such as Holidays for Hope, it's also a chance to raise big bucks for a great cause But this year, they hit a snag. They’ve had to cancel this year's event because they couldn't find a s…

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Terror Nova focuses on the dark, ghostly and downright frightening parts of Newfoundland and Labrador 11:49

12d ago11:49

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This province is full of folklore and storytellers, myths and legends. It's all a part of the history and culture of this beautiful province. Ok, that's the nice side of things - but our history also has darker tales of tragedy and fright. What better day than Halloween to talk about those stories - and what better person to talk to than Mike Hicke…

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