The Signal

Today’s episode is deep-dive explainer on the Innu Nation and N.L. government dispute. We explain how the situation started, why the two at odds over how far back the Innu were in Labrador, and what might really be at the heart of the dispute. 

As we enter mid-July, we chat gardening with Dan Rubin, author of 'Sun, Seed & Soil: Tips and Techniques for a Northern Garden'

Today on the show we are focusing on the challenges and supports for youth in N.L.. From children and their parents to young adults navigating cost of living during the summer months. 

Today on the show we talk about a new report out that looks at the value of public services for folks in this province and calls for more investment. We break it all down for you and ask how more spending is possible in this economy.

Today on the show we talk about wildfires -- everything from what's happening with fires in Labrador, to a check-in on rebuilding efforts in Conception Bay North and how climate change is impacting the fire season right across the country. 

The musical Come From Away is in full swing in Gander and a trio from the cast are on the show today. We talk about why this story resonates so much with folks, the evolving relationship between Canada and the United States, and the upcoming 25th anniversary of 9/11. 

It's early July and Tim Walsh, Nursery Manager at Memorial University's Botanical Garden, is here to answer all questions plants. We also talk Japanese beetles.

For 2026 Pride Parade in St. John’s, the theme is ‘Queer joy as an act of protest.’ Today’s panel will talk about what it means to find joy, embrace it, celebrate it with others and hold on to it in times of rising hate towards queer existence. 

Today on the show we take a break from the headlines for some summer trivia fun. John Gushue stops by to quiz listeners. 

Today on the show we ask what's it like being on the team negotiating a new Churchill Falls deal? And speaking about that potential deal, what would be winning contitions for this province? Our guest is 

Ron Penney, former deputy minister of justice for N.L., a member of the province’s negotiating team for the Atlantic Accord and a fierce critic of Muskrat Falls.