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Free Wizard Radio: Episode 51

Scene 2 ScenIQ: Sara Geidlinger - Documenting Joy

In this episode, Sara Geidlinger joins me to chat about her creative pursuits in film, music and community building. Her podcasts and documentaries have reached thousands of people within the tricities and beyond. Notably, "Hip-hop Hope" and "The Ref Didn't See It" speak to the impact that music and wrestling have on young people, bringing joy to their lives and fostering a sense of belonging within their local community. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★...

Scene 2 ScenIQ: Sam Nabi - Tapestry

Sam Nabi is a local hip-hop artist, poet and community activist. If you are in the KW scene, he needs no introduction. In this episode, Sam talks with Deren about his latest and one of his older tracks, both with heartfelt lyrics and an unmistakable message. We also talk about what it means to be mixed-race, and the current world climate and the impact art has on all these things. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★...

Free Wizard Radio: Episode 38

Episode 38 of the Free Wizard Radio show. Broadcasting live every Monday at 9pm on MidtownRadio.ca ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Midtown Conversations: New Music 2024 with Red Output & Living Room for Small

Guest host @allisondyjach chats with Kitchener punk-rockers @redoutput about releasing their first new single in 2 years, "Rafters," and they look back at the incredible 2023 the band had. We also sit down with Owen Tester, lead guitarist from @livingroomforsmall_ to discuss the local pop-punk band's new EP release "WHEREVER U GO" and play a special KW lightning round...does Owen prefer the farm animals in Waterloo Park, or the swans in Victoria Park?! Tune in to find out! The show also features...

Watershed Writers w/ Tanis MacDonald: Susan Braley

Free Wizard Radio: Episode 36

Episode 36 of Free Wizard Radio with DJ Ryan the Plaid ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Afronights w/ Digimillenials: Ease into 2024

Afronights is a radio show for Africans by Africans based in Kitchener-Waterloo, hosted by Ediri Obor. We will be keeping you up to date with pop culture from the motherland, brought to you by @digimillennials. Wherever you are, you can tune in to MidtownRadio.ca every Tuesday night at 7pm ET. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Dog Friendly KW Podcast: Indigenous Animal Advocacy w/ Save Rez Dogs

In this episode of the Dog Friendly KW podcast, host Justine Sparling is joined by Leah and Craig from the organization Save Rez Dogs for a chat about reservation dogs and the animal welfare issues in indigenous communities. They discuss the ongoing impacts of settler colonialism, and more! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Watershed Writers w/ Tanis MacDonald: Carrie Snyder on writing REAL-LIFE fiction

Tanis MacDonald spends an hour talking with author and mentor Carrie Snyder on her career writing through real-life FRICTION — and how her writing is informed by her busy life in the Grand River community. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Free Wizard Radio: Episode 29

A brand new episode of Free Wizard Radio with host DJ Ryan the Plaid. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Afronights w/ Digimillennials: Manifesting with Adekunle Gold

A brand new episode of Afronights with host Ediri Obor. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Dog Friendly KW Podcast: Anti-Racism and Animal Advocacy w/ Kassidi Jones

In this podcast episode, Justine and Mackenze are joined by Kassidi Jones, curator of the instagram page @gingers_naps. Kassidi discusses issues of anti-black racism within dog culture and American history. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Free Wizard Radio: Episode 27

Episode 27 of Free Wizard Radio with Ryan Leandres. Tune in for Dungeon synth, metal, and mayhem! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Inside the Musician's Mind w/ Caleb Khuu: Guitarist NATHAN SCHILLER on working as session musician

This week Caleb is joined by session guitarist and vintage guitar expert Nathan Schiller. They discuss the path of a young guitar player, the Windsor scene, and what’s it’s like touring and playing with artists like Big Wreck! @nathan_schiller_music ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Mondo Rando Radio: Talkin' model airplanes with Will Dixon

In this episode of Mondo Rando Radio, Randolph J. is joined by Will Dixon for a chat on model airplanes. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Dog Friendly KW Podcast: Dogs in pop culture

Kenz and Justine explore the many dogs of books, movies, and song in this episode of the Dog Friendly KW Podcast. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Free Wizard Radio: Episode 26

Join host DJ Ryan the Plaid for another sojourn into the realm of dungeon synth and metal. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Midtown Conversations: Shain Shapiro on how music can make cities better

Featuring Shain Shapiro (author of This Must be the Place: How Music Can Make Your City Better ). With guests Betty Anne Keller ( Rock This Town ); Paul Kalbfleisch ( The JOY Experiments: Starting a New Conversation on City Building ); and Amit Mehta (Good Company Productions). ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Mondo Rando Radio: Chris Whelan of the Shananigans on forming a Celtic band

Inside the Musical Mind w/Caleb Khuu: NICK BORDMAN on authenticity in country music

In this episode of Inside the Musical Mind, host Caleb Khuu welcomes local country singer-songwriter Nick Bordman for a chat about the evolution of country music and how he maintains an authentic voice in a classic genre. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Dog Friendly KW Podcast: Dogtoberfest Community Q&A

Watershed Writers w/ Tanis MacDonald: To & Fro

We kick off our fourth season with the ‘To and Fro’ episode. We’ll take a look back at writers we’ve interviewed, a sneak peek at who we’ll be talking to this fall, and discover what local authors are writing — and reading! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Mondo Rando Radio: Paul Langan dishes on WRITING

In this episode of Mondo Rando Radio, Randolph J. welcomes local author Paul Langan to the program. They discusses his process as they go through his vast catalogue of work. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Midtown Conversations: Local Theatre w/ Maria Colonescu, Steven Elliott Jackson, and Ciarán Myers

Afronights w/ Digimillennials: Introducing KING CRUFF!

In this episode of Afronights w/ Digimillennials! Host Ediri Obor explores great music from the African continent including music from Toronto-based artist King Cruff. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Dog Friendly KW: Deciding if your household is ready for a 2nd (or 3rd) dog

In this episode of the Dog Friendly KW podcast, Justine and Kenz talk about the pros and cons of adding another dog to your family. They also discuss the best ways of introducing new pup into your household. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Mondo Rando Radio: Talkin' TAP DANCING with Stephen Greig

In this episode of Mondo Rando Radio, Ranolph J. welcomes Stephen Grieg to the show for a chat about tap dancing. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Free Wizard Radio: The RETURN w/ DJ Ryan the Plaid

A new episode of dungeon synth, death metal, and wizardry! It's Free Wizard Radio with DJ Ryan the Plaid. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Midtown Conversations: KW Art Gallery curator Darryn Doull and Land Back organizer Amy Smoke

This week on Midtown Conversations, host Danielle Deveau visits KWAG for a tour of the new exhibition SOS: A Story of Survival, Part II - The Body.Curator Darryn Doull walks us through the works, which collectively consider the impacts of climate change, war and conflict, and food and housing insecurity on our living bodies. Viewers are asked to consider: How will we survive as our shared environment collapses around us? We also chat with Amy Smoke, whose work with Land Back Camp (alongside Bang...