Cross Talk

We talk about the Battle of the Atlantic and The Crows's Nest because of a new book: Gun Shield Graffiti in the Battle of the Atlantic: Stories and Artwork from Allied and Merchant Navies of WWII. It's now on store shelves after six years of research and assembly.

The school year is approaching and some parents are anxious about finding after-school care for their kids. The affordable options are quickly filled up and the other options can be so expensive that some parents have to rethink their work-life balance. We'll have a panel of parents to dive into why this issue is about parents, the workforce and affordability.

From The Odyssey to Ted Lasso - what's worth watching these days? Today on the show we have a panel of film lovers and critics on what's trending in films, TV series, local N.L. productions and awards ceremonies.

Check out our second and final N.L. Summer Games show from beautiful Corner Brook. On this show we speak with athletes, volunteers and MHA Eddie Joyce who played Lacrosse in the first provincial summer games 50 years ago.

The show took a trip to beautiful Corner Brook for some coverage of the 50th Newfoundland and Labrador Summer Games. Check out the bouquet of what the games have to offer in today's show.

Join Bernice Hillier for a special Monday gardening show from Corner Brook. Her guests are self-proclaimed 'extreme gardeners' Michael and Anne Burzynski.

Join us for trivia day with John Gushue.

A year after the devastating Kingston fires, we'll revisit the communities who lost their homes and trying to rebuild, but also their lingering fear that an arsonist started the fires and could attack again. On today's show we play a podcast episode from This Is Newfoundland and Labrador. We also hear from two wildrie experts, one on fire weather and the other on misinformation.

Join us for an early August gardening discussion.

Today on the show, one year after the start of the Kingston Fire, we have a provincial conversation about wildfires and firefighting -- from responsibilities, to what's been learned, and what's needed for what's to come.

Today on the show we talk palliative care in Newfoundland and Labrdor -- everything from your options at the end of life, what's available for you in the hospital or at home, and the current state of the system that provides care for this.

As Mark Carney's government boosts spending on defence, what can that money mean to N.L.? Today's panel consists of industry experts from technology, arctic defence and business, on the potential the province can tap into.

Making your home more energy efficient means it can feel more cozy in winter and cool in summer, and it can also save you money. But how do you know what uprages you need? And how do you pay for it all? Today's show digs into those questions.

Today on the show we talk about late July gardening with a look a head to late season crops.

We took the show on the road to the Dover Fault Interpretation Centre/Town Hall building. Today we meet folks throughout the region and talk about moving forward together in order to thrive.

The New Yam Festival is celebrated by the Igbo community around the world and here in N.L. Members from the Igbo Cultural Association of NL join Adam Walsh to talk about the festival, its traditions and growing in a new country while also tending to their roots.

Today on the show we have two episodes of the podcast This is Newfoundland and Labrador. First we bring you a story about a controversy at St. John's City Hall that led to a councillor's suspension, and next steps now that he's back at council. Plus we take a look at the province's math scores and spoiler, they're not adding up to success.

A check in show on N.L.'s real estate market. The panel of realtors will talk about the current - and climbing - housing prices, what is driving the growth, who are buying houses and how affordable the market is for first time home buyers?

It's gardening day on the show and Josh Elyk from the MUN Botanical Garden stops by with tips and to have a chat about transplanting techniques for this time of year.

A climate expedition is currently sailing in the north and today, we speak with folks on board. The crew of educators and students are there to witness the impacts of our changing climate. We talk stories from the expedition, the science behind it, climate action and circle back to what it means to N.L.

The Royal Canadian Legion is celebrating its centenary, 100 years of supporting veterans. To mark the occasion, The Signal took the show on the road to Spaniard's Bay to meet folks at Branch 9.

It's probably not news to you that Emergency Departments across are overcrowded and under severe strain.Today on the show we unpack what's causing this with a look at geriatric and long-term care. We also talk about solutions for 'system-wide failures.'

Today's episode is deep-dive explainer on the Innu Nation and N.L. government dispute. We explain how the situation started, why the two at odds over how far back the Innu were in Labrador, and what might really be at the heart of the dispute.

As we enter mid-July, we chat gardening with Dan Rubin, author of 'Sun, Seed & Soil: Tips and Techniques for a Northern Garden'

Today on the show we are focusing on the challenges and supports for youth in N.L.. From children and their parents to young adults navigating cost of living during the summer months.

Today on the show we talk about a new report out that looks at the value of public services for folks in this province and calls for more investment. We break it all down for you and ask how more spending is possible in this economy.

Today on the show we talk about wildfires -- everything from what's happening with fires in Labrador, to a check-in on rebuilding efforts in Conception Bay North and how climate change is impacting the fire season right across the country.

The musical Come From Away is in full swing in Gander and a trio from the cast are on the show today. We talk about why this story resonates so much with folks, the evolving relationship between Canada and the United States, and the upcoming 25th anniversary of 9/11.

It's early July and Tim Walsh, Nursery Manager at Memorial University's Botanical Garden, is here to answer all questions plants. We also talk Japanese beetles.

For 2026 Pride Parade in St. John's, the theme is ‘Queer joy as an act of protest.' Today's panel will talk about what it means to find joy, embrace it, celebrate it with others and hold on to it in times of rising hate towards queer existence.

Today on the show we take a break from the headlines for some summer trivia fun. John Gushue stops by to quiz listeners.

Today on the show we ask what's it like being on the team negotiating a new Churchill Falls deal? And speaking about that potential deal, what would be winning contitions for this province? Our guest is Ron Penney, former deputy minister of justice for N.L., a member of the province's negotiating team for the Atlantic Accord and a fierce critic of Muskrat Falls.

It is gardening day, and Michael Murray joined us in studio to answer all your grow questions

Europe is boiling, a shaky ceasefire between Iran and the US, a push for newables and questions around the future of oil. What's the outlook for this province and are we ready if royalties plummet?

Ochre fest is a time when local book writers and book lovers get together. Its an annual event that has been going on for 14 years at Ochre Pit Cove. But alongside the celebration there is some sadness over the grim reality after last year's wildfire aftermath. On today's show we talk about all of that.

If you find yourself asking 'How can I protect my children from online harms?' Today's show is for you. We put it together following recent warnings about the extremist network 764, classified by the Canadian government as a terrorist entity. It targets, victimizes and recruits children. So today we talk about that, other online harms and what resources are available for parents.

Seafarers, the folks who spend several months at sea and a big cog in global trade. We have a panel to talk about why ports with supports waiting for them on land is crucial, the risks seafarers face and N.L.'s history of supporting them. A conversation in the heels of International Day of the Seafarer.

It's been a slow gardening start for parts of Newfoundland and Labrador's grow season. On today's gardening show, Todd Boland and Mark Bowering offer tips and tricks to combat the cold weather.

The capelin are rolling and we have cod on the brain. Today on the show we talk quotas, conservation and the commercial fishery.

National Indigenous People's Day is Sunday. It's a day to recognize and celebrate the traditions, cultures and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. And that is the theme for today's show.

We play you two episodes from the podcast This is Newfoundland and Labrador. How three communities in rural N.L. are rethinking public transit, then we revisit the trial of Dean Penney, who was convicted of murdering Jennifer Hillier-Penney, his estranged wife. We breakdown what led to his verdict.

Today on the show we are talking to community members and advocates about men's mental health. They'll discuss breaking down stigma, supports for men and their families, and challenges of addressing mental health in the agriculture industry.