In the show, Theo Finigan and Robin Davies discuss the use of sound and  music as teaching aids, with special appearances by Thomas Tallis and  Sting.  You’ll also hear how Robin’s musical background connects with  his work in the Media Studies department, and learn why Theo can’t stay  awake long enough to ever finish reading Ulysses.`

In the show, Craig Taylor and Theo Finigan discuss Craig’s work as a  journalist for the Guardian, and what else he’s been up to since his  days studying creative writing at Malaspina college.  You’ll also hear  stories of zine culture in the 1990s which played a role in shaping  Craig's creativity, and learn what it’s like to get lost in Manhattan.

In the show, Leon Potter and Theo Finigan discuss their highschool  experiences with acting, and Leon's background and training in technical  and creative theatre production.  You'll also hear about Friedrich  Dürrenmatt's extraordinary 1956 play The Visit, and learn how dramatic  productions have adapted to receive remote audiences.

In the show, Katharine and Theo discusses the social influence and  identity of department stores, and how she chose History as a discipline  and made her way to VIU.  Also, you’ll hear about the origins of  Canadian Santa Claus parades, and how to convert your PhD thesis into a  book.

In the show, Eliza and Theo discuss the timeless nature of Greek  Tragedy, particularly the stories of lonely queens.  You’ll also hear  about Disney princesses, and what it’s like to direct theatre  performances in prison.

In the show, Jennifer Griffiths, former VIU Art History Instructor,  chats with Theo Finigan about Women Artists and the Italian Futurism movement from more than a century ago.  Who were these women? What did they say and do?  Why have they often been disregarded?  And how can  thoughts of future-past teach us about current world issues?  Jennifer also shares some of her experiences as an independent academic working in Italy.

In the show, Stephanie, Joy and Theo discuss teaching and storytelling in their classrooms, specifically developing approaches which respect Indigenous and settler ways of knowing. Authentic and deliberate attention to a truly hybrid and integrated approach requires decolonizing classroom structure and taking up a participatory approach that is fair and balanced. Ideal partnerships integrate both knowledge systems, and employ two-eyed seeing.

In the show, Kelly and Theo discuss the social, ethical and practical challenges with creating and maintaining archives—specifically the  concept of settler colonialism—and look at changes in VIU's history department over the last 30 years.

Included is an excerpt from Johannes Brahms' Cello Sonata No. 1. which was composed in 1862.

In the show, Yoichi and Theo discuss the differences between written and  spoken language, the path from car mechanic to linguist, plus sushi and  Godzilla!

In the show, Sarah and Theo discuss historical Frost Fairs which took place on a frozen River Thames, and reflect on human ingenuity in times of challenge. This episode includes a short excerpt from Series 10 of Doctor Who.