Civically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey

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We are in for an interesting and uplifting start to June where the tables turn and someone who has shared the stage as a co-host of panel sessions on the War in Ukraine and the Covid 19 Pandemic becomes a guest - drum roll - Anika Mysha.

Anika is an amazing young professional who when not a financial planner doing good in the world to improve our financial literacy also utilizes her influence on social media to the good - promoting Saskatoon, her Bangladesh culture, and much more.  And, adding to this, Anika now adds Big Brother Canada Alumni to her portfolio of influence. 

Have a listen to learn behind the scenes about Big Brother Canada and moreso - get a glimpse into one of Saskatoon's finest do-gooder! Anika's kind sharings re her Mom says much about who she is as a person.   Thanks for joining the show, Anika. 

And find Anika on Linkedin, Instagram and more.... 


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Lenore Swystun, Host

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This week - we unpack the Alberta Provincial Election including playing the victory and conciliation speeches of the leaders.

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Lenore Swystun, Host
regrets Christina Cherneskey, Co-host

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In this episode of Civically Speaking, Councillor David Kirton, of Ward 3 with the City of Saskatoon (located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan), joins the show from Lenore's backyard. Councillor Kirton (David) reflects authentically on his time so far on City Council - as he finishes his third year of his first four year term.  We go deep into a key issue that has been impacting the ward he represents - homelessness - and some recent actions he has taken to bring about some critical actions. 

We also touch on some other key city wide issues and how being an elected official is/has impacted David personally. 

Worth a listen. Thanks for your time, Councillor Kirton. Much appreciation.

Thanks for tuning into Civically Speaking, 
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Co-host Christina Cherneskey will be back in the studio next week.
2023.05.16

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Thanks for tuning in. Christina was not able to join todau. James Yachyshen jumps in to check in on the latest topical federal, provincial and Saskatoon local issues. 

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Your host, Lenore Swystun 

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Hello Dear Listeners,

In this episode, hosts Christina Cherneskey and I chat about a number of stories - including and not limited to - the Urgent Care Centre in Saskatoon; homelessness; head's up re upcoming Provincial Election - Alberta and Saskatchewan; 3000+ houses in Sask Houses roster that are empty; Saskatoon's Arena District on-line survey; a 6 storey apartment slated for 8th and Broadway in Saskatoon;  and and and... 

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Lenore Swystun and Christina Cherneskey

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Back in the virtual studio with hosts Christina Cherneskey and I, Lenore Swystun, is Saskatoon StarPhoenix Columnist, Phil Tank.

We deep dive into three Saskatoon civic issues with Phil - the roll-out of the green cart program and the implications of this with respect to wider environmental policies and programs the City is targetting; what's the latest with respect to the proposed Arena District; and where go the Festivals this summer?

Thanks Phil for joining the show. 

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Civically Speaking Podcast listeners!

Christine and I do a run through of major news story around the world - starting with Ukraine, heading over to China, and then landing in the USA before we connect on things closer to home in Saskatoon and Saskatchewan.

There was a glitch in part 2 with my connection to zoom getting garbled up - so lost the last part of the recording - so you will hear me solo for a good part highlighting some local Saskatoon stories - new local market, arena district, compost sites and wildlife.  

I end with giving some thanks to my my co-host, Christina and to reminding you that it's membership month in CFCR.ca land so please renew or take out a membership to enjoy some special perks.

In the mean time, enjoy Spring!

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Lenore Swystun together with Christina Cherneskey

Civically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues. 

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Dear Listeners,

You are in for a treat with this edition of our podcast.  Christina Cherneskey and I chat with Dale Richardson, a public affairs professional and former Sask Party operative, and Eric Bell, a Strategic Advisor at Saskatchewan Federation of Labour and former NDP operative. They  join the show to talk about the recent provincial budget and the state of media in our province - and the role podcasts may play.

You can catch the weekly Saskatchewan political podcast Dale Richardson founded and produces by clicking here on its name right here... The SKoop. 

Thanks for joining the show Dale and Eric. And a tease toDale - indeed there's a couple of good shows to listen to about political happenings in and around our province and beyond. The SKoop and Civically Speaking.

Our aim is to meet up quarterly and weigh in on provincial and municipal stories together. 

Thanks for tuning in and supporting local initiatives to bring the news and behind the news to you. 

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Lenore Swystun, How with Co-host, Christina Cherneskey 

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Hello Dear Listeners,

Christina and I are on a round of news updates - everything from where Putin found himself, to where Trump may find himself, to where Biden will find himself...to things closer to home in Saskatchewan - musings about the provincial budget and civic items in Saskatoon - and a shout out to two folks acknowledged by the Saskatoon Fire and Protective services for their bravery in helping rescue folks from a residential house fire. 

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Lenore Swystun and Christina Cherneskey

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Hello Dear Listeners,

We begin our two part episode with some provincial updates - focusing on health care, then turning to what's up with the number of fraud charges going on in our province, to checking in on a discount flight company called Flair and then rounding out with who joined the Premier's tour to India. 

In part 2 we provide some updates regarding the City of Saskatoon recent council activities and other local news - police budgets, green carts, Integrity Commissioners,  a fire at the former Village Green Shop on 20th and more.

Thanks much for tuning in. Be sure to support community radio where ever you live.

Civically speaking,
Lenore and Christina, hosts

Civically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.