Almost 107

In this podcast hosts Logan Libiec & Noah Paradis discuss what the future of MMA will look like after streaming giant Paramount + bought the rights to stream the fights. Special guests in this episode include former title challenge Mark Hominick along with lifelong UFC fan Noah Thorogood.

Misinformation about Islam spreads quickly online, and the impact it has real-world implications. I speak with London Muslim Mosque Senior Imam Mohamed Al Jammali about common misconceptions regarding Islam and how Muslims in the community are affected. This episode also explores why dialogue and direct connection matter.

People don’t really know why or when people started to dance, some theories suggest that it could have been one of the first ways humans communicated with each other, or it could have started as a celebration ritual. We’ll never know why we started dancing in the first place but we can ask why people continue to dance! Joshua Chen sat down with Michelle Corredor, a dancer for BRDRless studios to talk about cultural dancing, competitive dancing, and why dancing is important to her.

Is the future of entertainment going back to the roots buying physical rather than digital?

In this episode of Almost 107, we explore the growing world of thrifting why it’s becoming so popular, how it helps the environment, and what really happens to donated clothes. Joined by fashion designer Cameron Lang, we break down the basics in simple, real-life terms: how to spot good-quality items, why older clothes can last longer, and how thrifting reduces waste while supporting local communities.

Whether you’re a regular thrift shopper or someone who’s never walked into a second-hand store before, this episode offers practical tips, surprising insights, and a new way of thinking about the clothes we buy. Tune in and discover how small changes in your shopping habits can make a big difference for your wallet and for the planet.

In this episode, host Margaret Laver explores the role public libraries play in Canadian communities today. It features conversations with London Public Library CEO Michael Ciccone and Hamilton library users Rich and Anne. Through their experiences, the episode explores how libraries support residents through free resources, technology, community programs, and welcoming public spaces for people of all ages.

In this episode of Almost 107, our host Naomi covers grieving the death of a loved one during the “most wonderful time of the year". They speak to a local author who lost both her parents, and a Master’s student with both professional and academic grief experience to learn more about how someone can survive a blue Christmas.

In this episode of Almost 107, our host Naomi covers queer fashion and what it means to stand out from gender norms in Western society. They speak to a professor from Western University, a local Fashion Designer, and Master's Student in Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies to learn more about how the rules of fashion are being broken and the history that has impacted modern fashion trends.

In this episode of Almost 107, host Daniel Monroy explores the emotional and often challenging journey of South American youth immigrating to Canada through the personal story of Tomás, a 21-year-old Colombian who has lived in Canada for nearly six years.

Tomás opens up about his life in Colombia, growing up in a humble neighborhood, attending a makeshift school, and watching his family struggle with unstable, unfair working conditions. He recalls how economic pressure and his mother’s health pushed his family to take a risk and start over in Canada.

He describes the painful process of leaving home at just 15.

Tomás reflects on the reality of adapting to a new culture: the loneliness, the fear of being bullied, struggling with English.

As he looks to the future, Tomás is honest about his uncertainty. Though he appreciates Canada’s safety and stability, he dreams of eventually living elsewhere.

This episode highlights resilience, cultural identity, and the quiet sacrifices young immigrants make as they rebuild their lives far from where they were born.

XFM's Jayden Davis talks with Fanshawe film professor John Plantus about Star Wars, it's community and what makes it special. Fanshawe's Advanced Filmmaking Program Coordinator talks about the creator perspective when making movies.