Cross Talk

Join us at the Alt Hotel as we talk to folks about this year's St. John's International Women's Film Festival.Guests include Jenn Brown, executive director, SJIWFF; filmmakers Sasha Leigh Henry, Allison Basha, David Gosine, Heidi Atter, Alexa Jane and Jessica Brown; producers, Louise Lalonde and Penny Eizenga; Winnie Luk, executive director, Disability Screen Office

Today on the show we talk the Middle East crisis and what a road to peace may look like. We also talk about other top international stories of the week. Guests: Lucian Ashworth, Memorial University political science professor; Justin Fantauzzo, history professor at Memorial University.

We've got a panel of crime and mystery authors who are also participating at a panel in The Rooms on Oct. 22nd. It's a light, fun and spooky show for Halloween that is around the corner. They will talk their books, and writing scary.

We talk about online misogyny, how it influences boys and men, and how it leads to gender-based violence. How young men are radicalised online, how that impacts women and men's attitudes towards relationships, safety, and self-esteem.

Today we bring you a live on location show at the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. We talk to doctors, researchers, students and patients together to share information on treatments and research.

Moose hunters take a break from the hunt to talk about hunter safety, Sharing the Harvest, and more.

Fallen Heroes dives into Canada Armed Forces' role in the Afghanistan war, and veterans explain why this is important.

The provincial election is over... so now what? We'll have some analysis of results, plus we'll hear from some newly elected MHAs.GUESTS: Florian Villaumé, Karen Moores, Russell Williams, Rhonda Tulk-Lane, Joe Power, Sheilagh O'Leary, and Jim Parsons.

Putting your garden bed to bed for the winter. We'll talk about the final gardening tasks of the fall season.

MHAs from three districts have two minutes to pitch themselves and the solutions they are offering + we have two of our reporters talking about their experiences on the campaign trail throughout the show.

Today on the show we speak with seniors right across Newfoundland and Labrador about politics, issues and the upcoming election. GUESTS Ron Taylor, director of strategy, Connections for Seniors; Kimberly Leonard, CEO, Seniors N.L.; Mary Martin, founder, Support Our Seniors, Brian Shortall, retired educator; Leo Bonnell retired banker in Clarenville; Cathy Bishop co-chair, Saltwater Community Association in Bonavista; vice president NL 50+ Federation - which represents 150 seniors clubs in the province; Bev Adam, resident Labrador West.

On today's show we speak with people who feel answers from politicians during the campaign may have been lacking. They want concrete but what they're hearing isn't solid. So we talk about those issues and some solutions as we look ahead to voting day next week. GUESTS: Nancy Reid, COD-NL; Tari Ajadi, Stella's Circle; Jeff Bourne, U-Turn Recovery; Susan Green, Unseen and Unheard No Longer; Melanie Walters, Gateway Status of Women Council; Glenn Roil, mental health advocate; Paul Walsh,Autism Society Newfoundland and Labrador

Today on the show we talk Churchill Falls and the MOU. We cover the history, some questions about where things stand, what's unanswered and still unknown.

What does a summer of drought conditions mean for the end of the gardening season? We have the answers.

Today's show comes to you from Memorial University. We are looking ahead to the provincial election while asking students what issues matter to them and what they want to see from the next government.

Today on the show we talk about provincial election issues. From what the campaigns are focusing on, to what's not getting a lot of attention. All of it, however, is important for figuring out the direction this province is taking. Guests: Kelly Blidook, MUN political science professor; Blair Long, MUN economics professor; Jessica McCormick, president N.L. Federation of Labour; AnnMarie Boudreau, CEO, Board of Trade; Mylène Vincent, CEO, Pivot Housing Solutions; Shukrullah Zahiri, first time voter

Today on the show we have a panel of voters talking about election issues that matter to them.They weigh in on what they want to see from leadership and what issues are on their minds. GUESTS Desmond Smith, Chioma Skinner, Hayley Alloway, Megs Scott and Robyn Dwyer.

Today on the show, a panel of Indigenous young adults share their thoughts ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We also talk about the importance of the Sisters in Spirit Vigil which honours Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people. Guests: Draco Dunphy, Samantha Saksagiak, Jordan Lawrence, Brooklyn Standford, Brooke Temple, Amena Harlick, and Bridget Clarke

Today on the show we talk about a new program that aims to help make St. John's homes more energy efficient. Then we broaden the conversation to take a look at communities across Newfoundland and Labrador. Guests: Katie Fraser and Morgan Winter, econext, Edmundo Fausto, sustainability manager, City of St. John's; Peter Upshall, TakeCharge N.L.

Today on the show we have voters from a lived and living experience advisory group ask questions about issues and politicians give their ideas on answers when it comes to the cost of living, food insecurity and poverty reduction. Later in the show we have a sample from a public forum on post-secondary education.

Climate change is having an impact on our health. ON today's show we talk about that with a panel of doctors and researchers. We also talk about how people and communities can adapt to what's here and what is coming.

Today on the show horticulturist Todd Boland talks about end of season gardening. We also speak with folks from the Botanical Art Society of Newfoundland and Labrador about a new exhibition called Deep Roots: Crop Diversity N.L.

Today on the show representatives from econext, will be in the studio to talk about their work in helping businesses in Newfoundland and Labrador transition to a greener spaces, sustainable practices and overall helping the provincial economy be more 'green.'

The Quadrangle N.L., which supports members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, has created a marketplace for its queer vendors. This is to support them - have more customers, gain more revenue and also engage in the local economy. Today on the show we talk about that. GUESTS Colt Politte, executive director; Willa Small, entrepreneurship system mapping officer ; Mark Adams entrepreneurial navigator, Quadrangle N.L.

Here's a quote from UN Secretary-General António Guterres, 'International cooperation is straining under pressures unseen in our lifetimes.' He made that comment ahead of next weeks' UN General Assembly. Today on the show we talk about global division, conflict and crises, and what hope there is for a way forward. Guests: Lucian Ashworth, MUN political science professor; Justin Fantauzzo, MUN history professor; Tzeporah Berman, chair and founder at Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty; Heidi Janes

Today on the show we speak with mayoral candidates in select communities across Newfoundland and Labrador. Each candidate gives their best pitch to voters about why they should be elected and what they will tackle if they win. Guests: Mount Pearl Mayor Dave Aker; Rob Nolan, CEO of Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador. Plus mayoral hopefuls from Fogo, St. John's, Marystown, Labrador City and Happy Valley-Goose Bay

Today on the show we have a parent panel weighing in on the issues their families are facing and what they would like to see politicians tackle on both provincial and municipal levels.

Today on the show we talk about the final report of Education Accord N.L. -- the ten year action plan for improving education in this province. We speak with the co-chairs of the report, including lingering questions about some fake sources that were used. Guests: Education Accord N.L. co-chairs Anne Burke and Karen Goodnough

Today on the show we find out how folklore graduates from Memorial Univeristy found themselves working in radio. Today's show also explores the cultural roots of radio in Newfoundland and Labrador. Guests: Kelley Totten, MUN folklore professor; Holly Everett, folklore professor; Rebecca Nolan, Windswept Radio; Annie McEwen, producer at WNYC's Radiolab

Today on the show we are talking about food in Newfoundland and Labrador. Our guests are folks who spark ideas, ignite action, and shape the future of food. Thay are all part of an upcoming conference 'Food Forward.' Guests: Mehnaz Tabassum, N.L. Eats Community Outreach Inc.; Adib Rahman, N.L. Eats Community Outreach Inc.; Jasmine Jesso, People of the Dawn Indigenous Friendship Centre; Kendra MacDonald, CEO of Canada's Ocean Supercluster; Mystery Furtado, Founder, Diabeat‑It (Canada).

Today we have two guests from the MUN Botanical Garden: horticulturists Meghan McCarthy and Josh Elyk. They talk about harvesting and planning for next year.

Today on the show we spend the hour with Janet Morrison, Memorial University's new president and vice-chancellor. The conversation touches on the challenges the university is facing and the new president's vision for the road ahead.

Today on the show we talk Ride for Recovery N.L. It's an annual motorcycle ride and awareness campaign that shines a light on the vibrant recovery community. Today's show is about the importance of connections in helping folks with addiction.

Today's show is about celebrating community contributions and, hearing from people who have been celebrated as barrier breakers and difference makers. It's a conversation about 100 years of YWCA St. John's and the Circle of Distinction Awards.Guests: Maria Gentle, executive director YWCA St. John's and previous Circle of Distinction recipients Tania Heath, Sukhinder Cheema, Gaayathri Sukantha Murugan, Archana Vidyasankar and Jennifer Brown

Today on the show horticulturist Anthony O'Neill takes questions on early September gardening and shares tips for putting gardens to bed for winter.

Today on the show we speak with authors and artists featured in the fall issue of Newfoundland Quarterly. Joing us for a radio tour through the pages of culture, history and life. The theme was planned months in advance but ended up being eerily prescient -- fire.

Today on the show we have some parents in the studio talking about the issues they are thinking about as summer turns to fall.

Today on the show we have a professor of medicine, a computer scientist and an English professor, all talking about Artificial Intelligence and research. They dive into the role AI can play, its potential, and they seperate help from hype. Guests: Michelle Ploughman, professor at the faculty of medicine at MUN; Xianta Jiang, MUN computer science professor at the department of computer science; Aaron Tucker, English professor and author.

It's gardening day on the show and we chat about drought impacts, late-August gardening and we look ahead to the fall season. Guest: Tim Walsh, nursery manager, MUN Botanical Garden

High grocery prices, back to school costs for parents, the general cost of living, today on the show we talk about personal finances and how to do your best with what you're bringing in. Guests Lauren Holwell, executive director, Credit Counselling N.L.; Rosie Myers, financial empowerment co-ordinator, YWCA St. John's; Al Antle, retired from Credit Counselling Services N.L.; Lesley Burgess, executive director at Bridges to Hope Food Aid Centre

Today on the show will talk friendship, community and a cure for loneliness -- all thanks to a deck of cards. Our guests are all from Bridge on the Edge, a club with 150 active members in St. John's.

As firefighters continue to battle wildfires in this province, today on the show we talk about first responders and mental health — what they face, how they process it, what help is available and what else is needed.GUESTS: Sarah White, Lifewise provincial operations manager; Rodney Gaudet, president of the Paramedic Association of N.L.; Duane Antle, president of the Newfoundland and Labrador Association for Fire Services; Scott Maxwell, CEO of Wounded Warriors Canada; Amy Green, psychologist; RNC Sgt. Ed Benoit; Grand Falls-Windsor fire Chief Vince MacKenzie.