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In the Season 2 finale, Amanda de Gruchy invites us into the exciting and sometimes surprising world of Food Security and Sovereignty. Amanda's passion has permeated throughout her academic career - she has actively interviewed not-for-profit organizations, taught gardening classes, and coordinated community garden activities throughout Charlotte County New Brunswick.    Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

Renate Gritter came to SSU as a student, and her love of community has led her to be involved in many operations of the university since graduation. In this episode Renate shows how imagination and the acts of dreaming and letting go participate in the story that brought her here.   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

In the final poem of the season, Jacob speaks with spoken word artist and SSU alum Nygel Metcalfe of Gauche Coach. They talk about Gauche Coach's latest album, artistic collaboration, and their epic literature influences. Gauche Coach Nygel Metcalfe Poetry   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

For the last 43 years, Peter Fitch has been living in an intentional and loosely formed Community that is St. Stephen's University. In this episode, Peter tells the story of his love for religion and the makings of a healthy community.  Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

Deb Walters returns to Radio SSU with "It Is The Strangest Thing To Me" where Deb and Jacob talk about the impacts of our language and the power of community and connection. Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

How can we respond to a worrisome world? In today's episode, Dr. Brad Jersak discusses living with worry and engaging with hope through the context of confession. Brad Jersak is an author and teacher based in Abbotsford, BC. He currently serves as the Dean of Theology & Culture at St. Stephen's University (SSU.ca/graduate) and teaches peace studies courses with IRPJ.org and is a regular speaker with the Open Table Conference crew.   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university  

Reverend Dr. David Moore is an ecumenical teacher, writer and activist based in Santa Barbara California. In this talk, David Moore essentially picks up where he left off in his public lecture (listen to our previous episode), where he discusses coming to peace with anger and embracing stillness. Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

"Delight (and Peaches)" illustrates Marissa Wiebe's ability to capture sensory experiences with the written language. We discuss what we "dream about in winter" and the many ways we care for our communities.   Listen wherever you get your podcasts! ➡️ t.ly/Y9mu   #PoetryIs #RadioSSU #artspodcast Follow Marissa on Instagram: @MyrtleTattoos Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

March 16, 2022, marks the first public lecture at St. Stephen's University since the pandemic began. We are thrilled to have long-time friend and sessional faculty member Rev. Dr. David Moore be with us for this special event. 

In the process of writing her undergraduate thesis, Tina Light went out daily to immerse herself in the natural world. Inspired by the nature writing of Annie Dilliard, "At the River's Edge" is an honour to the effects that awareness in nature has on the self. Listen wherever you get your podcasts! ➡️ t.ly/Y9mu #PoetryIs #RadioSSU #artspodcast Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

Today, History professor, Laurens van Esch, in a compelling way, recounts the events that brought him to SSU, what he found when we arrived, and, to paraphrase the political scientist, activist, and writer,  Elif Shafak, how storytelling must become one of our main acts of resistance to dehumanization.   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

On this episode, Ruben Wiens and I look at his poem "The First Night" and talk about making up words and playing with language. Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

Please note that this episode mentions certain content that may be sensitive for some listeners. Continuing with the theme of the stories that brought us here, Rachael Barham sits down with 4th-year student Jennah Smailes for this week's fireside chat. Jennah discusses mental health, competing in biathlons, and self-compassion.   

Deb Walters's poem Checkpoint 300 was inspired by a trip to Bethlehem in 2016. We discuss processes, tensions and writing out of lived experiences. We would love to have you tune in and listen to our discussion. Stephen Pavey Checkpoint 300   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

On today's episode of Fireside Chat, Jess Williams interviews Raymond Funk. Raymond was a student at St. Stephen's University in the early 2000s. Raymond now works for Vibrant Communities Charlotte County, an organization that works with individuals, non-profits, businesses, and government, focusing on community and regional initiatives to reduce poverty and empower communities in Charlotte County. In this episode, Raymond shares some of the stories that brought him to St. Stephen and the university.

After a brief meditation, we are introduced to Kasane Baxter. Kasane shares a narrative arc: from forgotten Red Room performances prior to enrolment to an academic hiatus that culminates in a form of homecoming. Throughout the talk, Kasane sincerely shares their exploration of purpose, family, and identity.   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

On today's episode of Radio SSU, Chelsea Sosiak of @owltreewhimsy shares her poem "Because Hearts Love to Dance". We talk about the writing evolution of her Whimsy project and the personal landscape that guides her writings. It was so enjoyable to chat with Chelsea and we hope you enjoy it too! For more from Chelsea, visit: www.owltreewhimsy.com   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

In a time of significant transitions, we've thought it would be beneficial to share glimpses of St. Stephen's University's history and to hear some of the ways this place has shaped the lives of those who have been a part of it. On this episode, we remember the stories that brought us here. Morgan Loewen facilitates a panel discussion between myself, Janell de Graaff, Lorna Jones and Rachael Barham.

We are excited to bring Fireside Chat to Radio SSU. What began many years ago as a weekly "Chapel" evolved into story-sharing the community called "Windows" and, more recently, "Fireside Chat." Today, Fireside Chat is an opportunity to invite the university community, and now you, into reflections and topics of personal or academic interest. Curated by Jess Williams, This season of Fireside Chat invites our guests to delve into “The Stories That Brought Us Here”. Today Dr. Walter Thiessen explores the many ways he has learned from students over the last 25+ years... Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university  

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Season 2 of Radio SSU is coming in January 2022. Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

Thank you for tuning into the last episode of Season 1 of Radio SSU! To conclude, Jacob Rose shares a mixed media poem called "The Labyrinth". For more from Jacob Rose, visit www.jacobrosemusic.com. This season of Radio SSU has been made possible by Margaret Anne Smith, Rachael Barham, Katie Gorrie, Jessica Williams, Matt Balcarras, Deanna Harris, and Walter Thiessen. Music, Production, and Editing are by Jacob Rose. Radio SSU will return with Season 2 featuring new poets, storytellers and new conversations! Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

"Bedtime" is the perfect poem to carry us out of March, out of the cool dark winter, and into the warm song-filled air of spring. Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

As we near the end of Season 1 of Radio SSU, we have the third in a triad of poems from Jessica Williams. We would love to hear your thoughts! Share them with Jacob at radiossu@ssu.ca/ Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

5 Minutes 1 Thing, the show where someone has no more than 5 minutes to share what is interesting to them at this moment. Today, Matt Balcarras talks for 5 Minutes on Pádraig Ó Tuama, the brilliant Irish Poet and host of Poetry Unbound.   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university      

Today, Rachael Barham reads her poem "Invitation". Rachael is a language lecturer at St. Stephen's University and a spiritual director. For more of Rachael's work, visit www.rachaelfelicitygrace.com   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

We have the third poem from Margaret Anne Smith today: a beautiful reflection on life.  And feel free to share your reflections with me at radiossu@ssu.ca! For more on the Stories That Inspire Campaign, visit www.ssu.ca/storiesthatinspire   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

We are thrilled to have Katie Gorrie return to Poetry Is with a collaborative poem she wrote with Erin Lindsay.   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university    

It's Family Day in New Brunswick and we are back with another episode of 5 Minutes 1 Thing, the show where someone has no more than 5 minutes to share what they are finding interesting. Today, it's 5 Minutes on February Resolutions with Walter Thiessen.   Stay in Touch! www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @SSUNews Facebook: @St.Stephens.University

Food has a unique medium for connection. In today's poem, Jessica Williams explores this through a phone call. Submissions If you are interested in contributing a poem or a story, fill out this form: https://bit.ly/2KhgoNH   Stay Connected www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @SSUNews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university/

Today, Rachael Barham reads her poem "A Good Question". Rachael is a co-facilitator of the School of Contemplation at St. Stephen's University and a spiritual director. For more of Rachael's work, visit www.rachaelfelicitygrace.com Submissions: If you are interested in submitting a poem to Poetry Is or a story to 5 Minutes 1 Thing, visit the link here: https://forms.gle/5rM7ffcMiZG8RQ2J6   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university    

Today's poem is from Katie Gorrie - "What Wind" Submissions If you are interested in contributing a poem or a story, fill out this form: https://bit.ly/2KhgoNH   Stay Connected www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @SSUNews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university/

We are back with another episode of 5 Minutes 1 Thing, the show where someone has no more than 5 minutes to share what is interesting to them at this moment. Today, it's 5 Minutes on Contact Tracing from Deanna Harris.   Stay in Touch! www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @SSUNews Facebook: @St.Stephens.University

Welcome to the New Year with Radio SSU. Today we have a Poetry Is episode with a poem from Dr. Margaret Anne Smith.    Submissions If you are interested in contributing a poem or a story, fill out this form Stay Connected www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @SSUNews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university/

Katie Gorrie returns to share a momentary poem with us before we take a break until the New Year.   Submissions: We are accepting submissions in January. If you are interested in submitting a poem to Poetry Is or a story to 5 Minutes 1 Thing, send an email to radiossu[at]ssu.ca with the subject line "Radio SSU Submissions"   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university    

Jessica Williams shares the first poem of December on Poetry Is.   Submissions: We are accepting submissions in January. If you are interested in submitting a poem to Poetry Is or a story to 5 Minutes 1 Thing, send an email radiossu[at]ssu.ca with the subject line "Radio SSU Submissions"   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university    

Today, Rachael Barham reads her poem "If This Be a Kindly Mist". Rachael is a language lecturer at St. Stephen's University and a spiritual director. For more of Rachael's work, visit www.rachaelfelicitygrace.com Submissions: We are accepting submissions in January. If you are interested in submitting a poem to Poetry Is or a story to 5 Minutes 1 Thing, send an email to radiossu[at]ssu.ca with the subject line "Radio SSU Submissions"   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university    

Welcome to the first episode of 5 Minutes 1 Thing, the show where someone has no more than 5 minutes to share what is interesting to them at this moment. Today, we have Matt Balcarras sharing his 5 Minutes on Trees.   Submissions: Contact Jacob at radiossu@ssu.ca with the subject line: "Radio SSU Submissions"   Stay in Touch! www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @SSUNews Facebook: @St.Stephens.University  

Katie Gorrie is this week's poet. Katie is a librarian, editor, and workshop facilitator. Submissions: We are accepting submissions in January. If you are interested in submitting a poem to Poetry Is, send an email to radiossu[at]ssu.ca with the subject line "Radio SSU Submissions"   Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university    

Welcome to Poetry Is! Dr. Margaret Anne Smith is the featured poet for the first episode of Poetry Is from Radio SSU. Dr. Smith is a professor of English Literature with over 25 years of experience and as you're about to hear, a brilliant poet.    Stay Connected: www.ssu.ca/current-news Instagram: @ssunews Facebook: www.facebook.com/st.stephens.university

Welcome to Radio SSU, A Podcast from St. Stephen’s University. I’m Jacob Rose and this podcast will share poetry, stories, and other experiences from fascinating folks that we know here in St. Stephen New Brunswick and beyond. Listen to Radio SSU, for programs including Poetry Is and 5 Minutes 1 Thing, coming to wherever you listen to podcasts.    Stay Connected with Us: Instagram: @SSUNews Facebook: @St.Stephens.University Or send us a note at marketing@ssu.ca with the subject line "RadioSSU"