Cross Talk

We start today's show with a weather update from CBC meteorologist Ashley Brauweiler. Then we are joined by Michael Murray for a pre-season gardening show.

Today on the show we talk about a court case that could decide the future of press freedom, and police oversight, in Canada. Guests: Justin Brake reporter/editor at The Independent; Geoff Budden, St. John's Lawyer; Brent Jolly, national president, Canadian Association of Journalists; Ethan Cox, editor, Ricochet Media; Karyn Pugliese, journalist/editor

A discussion about ultra processed foods (UPF) and their affect on our health. We also talk about the history of UPF, how they ended up on our plates, climate change impacts on getting fresh foods and relying on UPF, policy and diet, etc…GUESTS - Rachel Prowse, registered dietitian and assistant professor of nutrition and dietetics at Memorial University; Daniel Zaltz, assistant professor at the University of Ottawa School of Epidemiology and Public Health; Sarah Parsons, registred dietitian and postdoctoral fellow at MUN's biochemestry department; and Nicholas Fairbridge, Research Associate within the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University.

Today's show is about the spirituality of both Ramadan and Lent. We dive into how people observe respective months of fasting and prayer. Today's panel talks about why they participate the lessons their practice teaches them for life in general. GUESTS - Sa'adatu Usman, founder of a non-profit organization called Global Citizen Inc; Ayse Sule Akinturk, executive member of the Muslim Association of Newfoundland and Labrador; Father Tony Bidgood; Bonnie Morgan, author and public services librarian at the centre of N.L. studies at Memorial University; and Nancy Nochasak, first-time participent of Ramadan

Easy for the federal government to say, but hard for towns and cities to put into practice. Many municipalities in this province are struggling to comply with federal wastewater regulations. We'll talk about sewage treatment and other challenges facing towns and cities in Newfoundland and Labrador.Guests: Alexis Foster, director of advocacy and communications, Municipalities NL, Aaron O'Brien, assistant director of engineering, City of Corner Brook and Josie Wittmer, an assistant professor of Environment and Sustainability at Grenfell Campus, Memorial University.

MUN's music department is celebrating 50 years of making music and creating musicians. Today on the show we have a panel from the music department on how they are celebrating, what music education can offer and how MUN's music programs are integral to the culture of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Today on the show have a conversation about the business of brewing and distilling. We'll talk about crafting beer, distilling whiskey, non-alcoholic trends, preparations for St. Patrick's Day and the link between communities and craft breweries. We also have a special guest who can give a national and global perspective on things. GUESTS: Christina Coady, Landwash general manager and co-owner; Don Livermore, master blender for Hiram Walker & Sons; Brenda O'Reilly, owner of O'Reilly's Irish Newfoundland Pub and Yellowbelly Brewery.

N.L. and the offshore oil business: Bay du Nord explained. We talk about the new benefits agreement, Ottawa's involvement, and what it could mean in terms of royalties. Plus we have analysis. Guests:Lynn Gambin, economist; Larry Short, senior wealth advisor, ShortFinancial; Rob Strong, oil and gas consultant

Today on the show w are talking senior men's, mental health with a special guest from Men's Sheds Canada -- an organization that imagines a country where every man feels valued, engaged in his community, experiencing purpose belong and wellbeing in his aging journey. Guests: Brian Sawyer, Men's Shed's Canada; Bill Jeffery, men's mental health advocate; Stacy Sheppard, manager of community and tenant services, Anglican Homes Inc.; Kimberly Leonard, CEO, SeniorsNLAnglican Homes Inc.

Some people in health-care are working on innovative solutions to help people stay healthier longer. On the show today we hear from them. Guests: Robert Wilson, manager of Quality of Care N.L.; Ashley Ryan, provincial manager of operations, Comprehensive Respiratory Care Program; Dr. Gokul Vidyasankar, respirologist, medical director of the Comprehensive Respiratory Care Program; Catherine Babstock, senior friendly manager, N.L. Health Services; Tara Butler, certified therapeutic recreation specialist .

AI is helping accelerate tasks but can it help build a business from scratch in just two days? Local business incubator Genesis believes that's doable and they are having a two day event to prove it. On today's show we speak with local entrepreneurs about their start ups, AI and doing business in Newfoundland and Labrador. GUESTS - Ed Martin, President & CEO of Genesis; Joshua Green, CEO of Mysa, a Build48 Speaker, and Genesis Board Member; Joshua Kattapuram, Founder & CEO of Clace AI; Adilya Dragan, Founder & CEO of Starluv.

Ahead of International Women's Day, today on the show you will meet theatre makers who are helping to shape our cultural landscape. We have a panel of guests from the Women's Work Festival, a week long event that provides workshops, networking opportunities and support for women and gender diverse folks wishing to step into theater. Guests: Artistic producer for the Women's Work Festival Ana Pitol, Playwright and artistic director of Centra Cultural Collective Nicole Obiodiaka, Playwright, actor and director based on NL's west coast Jamie Merrigan, Performer, writer, comedian and entrepreneur in NL's arts sector Amy House

The Signal team had to hurry hard down to the Brier Patch for the an on location show today. They spoke with local curlers and folks who made the trip to town from up along.

Today on the show we talk about U.S. attacks on Iran, the fallout and what it may mean for all of us. GUESTS - Justin Fantuozzo, MUN history professor; Lucian Ashworth, MUN political science professor; Allison Furlong (Newfoundlander in Qatar), Heidi Matthews, law professor at Osgoode Hall Law School, Aysan Darvishi

In this episode we speak with black musicians/artists living in St. John's about their music and inspiration, their roots and black representation in Newfoundland and Labrador. GUESTS - Nana Kwame Obese, musician, Lydia and Lina Makaga, co-founders of MKS Productions; Andrew Kagumba, musician; Judith Ifeadi, musician and playwrite

Movies, TV Series, classic films - whatever you are watching these days today on the show we are chatting about them. We have a panel of film critics to talk about the films that are trending. GUESTS - Sandra Mills, Susan Kelsey, Ian Mills

A conversation about climate action in a time of dismantling of weather/climate centres in the United States and a shifting landscape in Canada.Guests: Joel Finnis, MUN climatologist; Stephanie Arnold, associate executive director, CLIMAtlantic; Emma Power, senior consultant, Fundamental Inc.; Anabela Bonada, Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation; Adam Lynes-Ford, co-founder, My Climate Plan

With 3,400 ruthless kilometres spread across Labrador's wilderness, every two years, 18 snowmobile teams take their chances on this risky race. On this podcast, we tell you what's at stake to reach the finish line, the racers personal reasons for signing up and how this race represents Labrador. Reach out to the host with your thoughts: adam.walsh@cbc.caTo learn more about Cain's Quest:https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/cains-quest-start-2026-9.7101670

Memorial University student leaders react to the financial uncertainty the univeristy is facing. GUESTS - Mabrur Islam, MUNSU's director of advocacy and an international student at MUN; Rana Abuidris, MUNSU's director of campaigns.

There is a lot of focus on the future of Memorial University these days. As Newfoundland and Labrador's only university faces cuts, downsizing and re-imagining, today on the show we hear from some MUN professors on how to preserve and enhance the university's contributions to the province and to knowledge. GUESTS - Josh Lepawski, geography professor; Terry-Lynn Young, professor at the faculty of medicine; Chris Parrish, professor at the ocean science department; Nancy Dahn, music professor; Barbara Lou Neis, Professor Emeritus, sociology.

Given the boatloads of snow for the metro region and beyond, today on the show we talk eveything snow and winter. From travel delays and beying snowed in, to enjoying winter running and Cain's Quest in Labrador.

Today on the show we are taking a look back so we can look ahead. The focus? Farming and food security. We are asking what we can learn from the way we used to farm to help us today?Guests: Alison Snow, chair, Food Producers Forum; Dan Rubin, founding chair, Food Producers Forum; Frank Holden, playwright and grew up on a farm; Darren Dinsmore, Aldercroft Farm; Hilda Chaulk Murray, author; Steve and Lisa McBride, homesteaders.

For the first half hour of the show we gave listeners an update on the ongoing snow storm.

Today on the show we are breaking down what doulas do and don't as they help people in their pregnancy journeys. Plus, we'll hear from people who used doulas and about their experiences. GUESTS - Carolann Harding, certified labour and birth doula; Erica Robbins, birth and postpartum doula and yoga teacher; Michelle LeBlanc, full spectrum doula and a certified chef; Tara Cornick, doula, childbirth educator and yoga instructor; and Jordanna Comeau birth and postpartum doula. All members with NL Doula Collective. Stephanie Antunes, co-owner of Doula School Canada.

Today on the show we are talking about concussions and brain injuries -- from symptoms,to a diagnosis, treatments, rehab, living with a brain injury and supports. Guests: Dr. Abayomi Ogunyemi, neurologist; Nick Mercer, Concussion Talk Podcast; Jen Smith, former vice president of the N.L. Brain Injury Association.

A show on how the local Chinese community (and association) in Newfoundland and Labrador is celebrating the Lunar New Year. From what the different traditions mean and symbolize to hearing stories of celebration growing up. GUESTS - With the Chinese Association of Newfoundland and Labrador: Arthur Leung, Shirley Hong, Mae Jia and Mavis Zhang.

Today on the show we highlight an upcoming play that will explore the issues women face when they try to enter politics. We have a panel talking about how women navigate the personal, professional, and systemic hurdles of deciding to run for office.GUESTS: Jenn Deon, producer of 'If She Runs'; Ruth Lawrence, playwright 'If She Runs'; Gillian Pearson, former candidate for the PC party; Amanda Bittner, teaches gender and political behaviour at Memorial University; Sherry Gambin-Walsh, MHA Placentia - St. Mary's.

Today on the show we begin with the latest on the Tumbler Ridge tragedy in British Columbia.

Memorial University's student paper recently celebrated their 75th anniversary of their print edition. That's following a few years they stopped printing their paper. We will have student journalists from the muse to talk about the paper, bringing back print, engaging young people in the news and the current state of journalism.

Today's show is a look at the Newfoundland and Labrador economy more than one year after the US tariffs were announced. How has the province adapted and trying to thrive, business opportunities overseas and potential future. Joining to the studio is a panel of top businesses experts.

It's the first Friday of February which means it's our monthly trivia show. Our special guest today is Ted Blades.

Today's program is about saving money in energy bills. Many of us have seen those numbers at the end of the month keep increasing. Econext's SHIFT program guides households who want to be more energy efficient and we have a financial advisor to help listeners find ways to save money in energy. GUESTS - Katie Fraser, econext Shift program manager of program delivery; Morgan Winter Shift program home energy navigator; Ashley Smith, program director; and Rob Tizzard, a financial advisor with NewFound Wealth.

Today's show looks at Memorial University in a time of hard decisions, cuts, restructuring and putting properties for sale. We talk about that and look to its future... Guests: Janet Morrison, MUN president; Justin Ladha, chair of the board of regents

A show celebrating the black voices in our communities. We will talk with people orginizing events, the history behind this month, the importance of a welcoming place and uplifting one another.GUESTS - Laurabel Mba is an anti-racism educator and a consultant and strategist on matters related to Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging; Raven Khadeja Anderson is founder of Ravensong Consulting NL and an organizer with BLM Canada (co-founder of Black Lives Matter NL); Alexis Foster, Municipalities NL director of advocacy and communications; Johnny Alubu Selemani, chair of the National Black Caucus with the Canadian Federation of Students; Chidinma Ozougwu, vice president of the Black student association at MUN; Chidinma Okaleke; MA Political Science Student at Memorial University.

The Signal is plowing into the topic on everyone's minds today, and that's winter storm warnings for much of Central and Eastern Newfoundland. We're in the thick of it, with children out of school and warnings to stay home if you can.

Today on the show two episodes of the podcast 'This is Newfoundland and Labrador,' also hosted by Adam Walsh. The first is about surprising consumer spending levels in Newfoundland and Labrador. The second is about why prominent business leader Mark Dobbin has been so bullish on the province's potential and its tech industry. We also hear from a local tech leader who says he's with the most incredible Newfoundland company you haven't heard of.

Dennis Browne has resigned as Newfoundland and Labrador's consumer advocate after a decade of serving in the role. Today on the show we talk about the last 10 years and some of the recent issues he's been focused on.

What 'Build Canada Homes' may mean for N.L.

Today on the show we talk wind energy — from what's going on globally, to what it could mean here in Newfoundland and Labrador. We will answer questions like what's the difference between onshore and offshore wind farms?Guests: Ian Froude, managing director, Pedal & Shift; Grace Khatrine, clean and integrated energy systems specialist, Angler Solutions.

Today on the show we are talking about an upcoming fundraiser full of vendors selling hot chocolate and the mission they are trying to support: making 2SLGBTQ+ history and research accessible through the N.L. Queer Research Initiative.GUESTS - Sarah Worthman, N.L. Queer Research Initiative; Michelle Macey, Owner of Olive Branch Charcuterie; Colt Politte, executive director of Quadrangle N.L.; andRhea Rollmann, Journalist, audio producer and the author of the book “A Queer History of Newfoundland."

Labrador'sThem Days magazine has been around for more than 50 years now. Today we talk about all things Them Days and the road ahead. Guests: Aimee Chaulk, editor; Bruce Bourque, board member; Sam Saunders, Edward Blake Rudkowski

Today on the show we are exploring how can our economy be efficient and sustainable. How one local program is helping entrepreneurs with their business ideas to reduce waste, improve efficiency and make caring for the environment profitable.GUESTS - Audrey Parnell, econext manager of circular economy; Yiyin Liu, founder of ReLab Art and a participant of econext's Project Zero Incubator Program; Michael Ekine, founder of MME Energy and a participant in the program; BJ Danylchuk, woodturner and a mentor in the program; Georgia Lavender, managing director at Synergy Foundation.