Almost 107

Almost 107

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Almost 107 episodes

  • Traveling On A Budget What Are The Best Ways To Save?
    On this episode of Almost 107, Narudeen Assaf a travel agent at Travel Genuine joins to talk about the best ways for people to save when planning a vacation. Narudeen talks about solo traveling, traveling on a budget, and visiting top destinations to share insider tips to make vacations a remarkable experience without draining your savings.
    19 min
  • Euro Cup 2024 Predictions
    Are you a soccer lover? Are you getting ready for the 2024 Euro Cup? Well, if so, this episode is for you. I'm joined by special guest Yannis Economopoulos, who is a soccer enthusiast and loves the game. Our predictions are just our thoughts, we are not professionals. Just two people who enjoy the sport and love sharing our thoughts.
    19 min
  • Challenging Beauty Standards with inclusivity and acceptance

    It is already known that beauty standards shape the projection of society's values and views in fashion. These rules determine who is viewed, who is honoured, and who is excluded. They have defined and reinvented what is attractive, desirable, and stylish. 

     

    In this episode we learn from Professional boudoir photographer and founder of The Boudoir Lounge Aroha McKaig and one of her clients Sara Studerus on how they overcame their struggles and how they acknowledged themselves.

    17 min
  • International Students Impact
    Guests Adeeti, Kalana, and immigration consultant Earl Blaney of The Canada Network, discuss what international students face regarding international student visas and careers after graduating.
    The cap by our federal government could have a positive impact not only on Canadian citizens but for the international students who are currently here in Ontario.
    17 min
  • Cricket in North America: The Present, Past and Future

    Cricket has long roots in North America’s history. The game was brought into the American states by the British and they continued developing it under their rule. It did become a popular sport during colonial times and the fact that the first-ever international game of cricket was played between Canada and the USA is proof that the game was indeed popular. However, during the transition during both the USA and Canada’s independence, the sport of cricket lost its charm to other sports like hockey and football in the continent. But, it is once again coming back with one of the biggest events in sports and in this podcast we talk about everything that we should know about the stage of cricket in Canada. 

    17 min
  • How Has Technology Changed The Game Of Baseball?
    With technology being a part of our everyday lives what about sports? The game of baseball has evolved in many ways especially recently. We are joined by Kitchener Panthers field manager Bill Matetich of the Intercounty Baseball League a minor baseball league. We are also joined by Falcons pitcher from Fanshawe College Dusan Karic to talk about how the game and the sports world is evolving with technology.
    23 min
  • Sex-Ed & Challenging the Conversation
    Sex can be fun, awkward, and embarrassing at times. It’s one of those topics that can be difficult to talk about, let alone teach. If we find it hard to talk about it, judgment-free, then how will we be equipped enough to teach many generations onwards? In this episode of Almost 107, we will be talking about why sex is hard to talk about and why don’t we learn enough in high schools.
    20 min
  • Beyond Myths: Inside world of Foster Care parents
    On this episode of Almost 107, Tanvi Soni hosts Tracy Green, a seasoned foster parent, and Caitlin MacInnes, a resource worker at the Children's Aid Society of London and Middlesex Unit. Together, we aim to delve into the challenges and insights of the fostering journey. Additionally, we will explore the concerning trend of a declining number of foster care parents, with Caitlin shedding light on the reasons behind this decline.
    17 min
  • The Love and Passion of Speedrunning
    Join us as we dive into the interesting world of speedrunning in video games, exploring the addictive nature of both participating in and spectating these lightning-fast gaming feats. From breaking records to mastering glitches, we uncover the allure that draws players into the relentless pursuit of shaving off seconds and minutes from their completion times.
    17 min
  • From Struggle to Success: The struggles of facing life alone

    Losing her mother at a young age, battling depression, and finding purpose through self-discovery and coping mechanisms are some of the struggles Amanda Tretter had to go through. She credits her progress to her resilience and support from loved ones. She recounts her challenges with education, mental health, and finding their passion in filmmaking. Despite setbacks, Tretter persevered and found support from Steve Cordes and others at Youth Opportunities Unlimited. Eventually, she started her production company with their help and guidance. She expresses gratitude towards their support systems, highlighting the importance of community and understanding in their recovery journeys.

    17 min

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