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

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Hello Listeners,

While taking a bit of a break this 2nd pandemic summer I am opening up the Civically Speaking Vault. 

In this episode, going back to 2014, Fall, to an interview with former Councillor Pat Lorje and Councillor Randy Donauer with the City of Saskatoon.

It was the second episode I had done as a radio host.  And the recording was by my blackberry I had at the time.  Most shows were not recorded and podcasting was not as big a deal then as it is now.  Have a listen. It's an interesting chat in light of what's going on now in our civic arena.

Civically speaking,
Lenore Swystun, Host

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

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Dear listeners,

Councillor David Kirton, a Councillor with the City of Saskatoon and a journalist by trade, takes us 'Behind the Kirton' a second time with City of Saskatoon, Water Director, Russ Munro. We explore the 'waste' side of water. If you have ever wondered what happens to the water that goes down your drains or leaves from any other orifice of your home, yard or business - this is well worth the listen. 

Much appreciation to Russ Munro for taking us on this waste-filled journey in all the most interesting municipal infrastructure ways.  And, Councillor Kirton, thanks for masterfully guiding us on this  journey about an important aspect of municipal infrastructure.  

Civically speaking,
Lenore Swystun, Host

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

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Dear Listeners,

Thank you for tuning in to Civically Speaking. This podcast is an audio anthology of different civic voices from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and farther afield. You can listen to this show on Saskatoon's premier community radio station, CFCR.ca, 90.5 FM in the Saskatoon area on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm and via this method. Please share with others.

In this episode, we continue with our "Behind the Kirton with Councillor David Kirton at Saskatoon's City Hall."  Councillor Kirton, utilizing his journalistic chops, takes us behind the scenes in this exciting first of a 2 part series with Director Russ Munro of Saskatoon Water.  

In this episode we explore the potable side of Saskatoon water. We learn all kinds of interesting information related to where our water comes from and what and how it ends up coming out of our taps. Worth every second of a listen to this episode.

And tune in next week when Director Munro and Councillor Kirton take us on a journey of what happens to the water and 'other things' that go down our drains from various places - from kitchen sinks to (fill in the blanks).

Thanks Councillor Kirton and Russ Munro for a fun learning series leading into summer.

Civically speaking, 
Lenore, Host 

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

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Dear Civically Speaking Listeners,

You are in for a real treat. Dr. Ryan Brook is an Associate Professor with the College of Agriculture and Bioresources. Dr. Brook studies wildlife ecology and health and much much more. 

In this first visit to Civically Speaking, Dr. Brook shares some of his recent research around the movement of bears, wild pigs, and other mammals around our urban environment in Saskatoon and discusses wildlife patterns of certain mammals across Saskatchewan and throughout Canada. Have you heard of wild boars-pigs? Bears outside of Saskatoon? Deer? Cougar? And, more rabbits?

Thank you for coming on the show Dr. Brook. We could have talked for hours. We will definitely be having Dr. Brook back for a deeper dive into his research. 

Follow Dr. Ryan Brook on twitter @RyanKBrook. And join in on the efforts of  YXEwildlife through facebook. 

Civically speaking,
Lenore, Host

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Dear Listeners, 

Thank you for tuning into Civically Speaking.  Much appreciation.  

In this episode, Dr. Kyle Anderson, a professor in the Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Immunology Department with the University of Saskatchewan, shares some excellent information about the mechanics behind COVID19 and pathways forward. 

Dr. Anderson is able to break down the mechanics of Covid19 in simple ways. His use of helpful analogies gives us a better understanding of where the path is moving forward in terms of dealing with COVID19 in Saskatchewan, and by extension, to the rest of the world.

I am hoping this interview sparks people's interest to become even more involved in this field of science and medicine. Such a crucial subject area. We are all becoming citizen scientists and nerding out without even sometimes really being aware of such.  And, at times, we may know more then we wish, by virtue of being part of living through an early 21st Century pandemic.

Indeed, the fields of biochemistry, microbiology and immunology - as you will find defined online via any number of links - is about studying the world of viruses, bacteria, yeasts, protozoa, moulds and related and how they affect human and animal health.  What a fascinating field that includes examining the immune system and looking for antibiotics and vaccines to respond to things like COVID19.

Thanks Dr. (Kyle) Anderson. Really enjoyed the discussion.

And listeners, please support community radio wherever you are, including in our wonderful city of Saskatoon and province. 

Civically Speaking aims to create a 'commons' for the sharing of a mix of voices, opinions, perspectives, professional and community-wise  - informed, impassioned and otherwise. Views of others are their own and not representative of either the station this is aired on, the podcast carrier you listen to this on, or myself . The commons encourages each of us to get involved, do our own research, and join the commons in whatever way we can with whatever topic or issue of interest.

Thanks again for tuning in. Please share this episode and others with those you think would be interested. 

Civically speaking,
Lenore, Host
 

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Thanks Listeners for tuning in,

If this is your first time listening, Civically Speaking explores the edges of all kinds of civic issues stemming from international, national, provincial and local orders. 

Guests bring their own perspectives, experiences and competencies. Featured are monthly civic panels, a special monthly feature entitled Behind the Kirton at Saskatoon's City Hall with Councillor David Kirton, and other individuals and organizational reps who join  as regulars, some to speak on a specific topic or as a representative to share the good work they are up to. And, guests join from local places and across the globe. 

In this episode we go specific - to a discussion about Saskatoon municipal campaign expenses and term limits to the latest happenings re Prairieland Park announcing the stopping of horse racing and related and the shutting down of Marquis Downs. Sharing their perspectives are panel members Ari Avivi, Cary Tarasoff, Jeff Jackson and Darcy Warrington. 

Thanks for tuning in. Please share with others and know that every show offers some unique perspectives that hopefully encourage one to explore one's own views and understanding of such issues. 

Please support community radio and local media. And be sure to make cfcr.ca 90.5 FM a regular stop on your listening journey.  

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

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Dear Listeners, 
Thanks for tuning into Civically Speaking. In this special edition I interview a dear colleague and friend Alex T and his partner Laura. They both lived in Nelson, B.C. for the past ffour years(ish) - Alex with the City Planning Department and Laura with a non-profit focusing on technology, science and innovation as a communications expert.

We talk about their experiences and perspectives of living and working in this small mountain city located in the Kootenays of British Columbia.  Alex has roots in Saskatchewan and Laura, coming from the northwest part of France, bring some interesting insights about their adopted city. We touch on various items including its car share program, short stay rentals, and more.  Have a listen, learn a little something about Nelson, BC, and a bit more!

Thanks Laura and Alex for joining the show.

Civically speaking,
Lenore, Host 

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

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Dear Listeners,

Much appreciate your listening ears tuning into Civically Speaking.

In this episode,  Pat Lorje, Janice Braden and Wendy Cooper - who have come to be known as members of the Saskatoon Voice Panel -share their perspectives in rapid fashion on various topical issues in the world of local, federal and provincial politics in Canada, Saskatchewan and Saskatoon. 

Anti-maskers, thoughts on a Saskatoon Councillor's fate regarding ability to continue serving as a Councillor as a result of not filing candidate expenses on time after the 2020 election; and, more. 

Have a listen and please be sure to tune into community radio and support all forms of local media. 

Civically yours,
Lenore, Host

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Hello Dear Listeners,
Thanks for tuning in to Civically Speaking.

In this podcast bonus edition, panel members weigh in on state of our civic leadership and civic priorities. We dive into the topic of the Saskatoon Arena District.

Nick Sackville, James Yachyshen, Cary Tarasoff and Ari Avivi join. Thanks to each of you for sharing your perspectives.

Thanks for tuning in. Please share with others and be sure to support community radio and all local media. The closest form of media to your community.

Civically speaking,
Lenore, Host

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

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Hello Dear Listeners,

Thanks for tuning in to this podcast version of Civically Speaking that aired on April 20, 2020 on Saskatoon's community radio, CFCR.ca 90.5 FM.

This is the April edition of our Civics Panel. James Yachyshen, Ari Avivi, Cary Tarasoff and new to the panel, Nick Sackville join this month's discussion.
 
This episode focuses on first impressions of the Federal Budget that was given by Canada's first female Finance Minister, Chrystia Freeland. 

We then dive into some perspectives around topical issues at Saskatoon City Hall - the arena district being one of our focuses.

Tune in. Have a listen. And please, support community radio and local media wherever you live.

Civically speaking,
Lenore, Host

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