Larissa talks to local Nanaimo residents and organizers concerned about food waste.
Topics: nanaimo, chly, changes-show, food waste
Changes hosts help to launch CHLY's fall fund drive by revealing what makes them want to produce community radio even though it brings them neither fame nor fortune.
Topics: chly, changes-show, fundrive, community, nanaimo, lotr
Ben takes our listeners on a tour of crypto-currency, including Bitcoins.
Topics: changes-show, chly, bitcoins, economics, cryptography, internet
In time for Valentine's Day, Marjorie and Lynn discuss the history of chocolate and some solutions for the current child slavery problem on the cocoa plantations of Cote d'Ivoire.
Topics: changes-show, chly, nanaimo, cote divoire, chocolate, slavery
Larissa talks to Farmers' Market participants in Nanaimo.
Topics: chly, nanaimo, vancouver island, changes-show, farmers market
VIU Media Studies students interview local people about changes in arts and culture.
Topics: changes-show, chly, viu, media studies, art, culture
Marjorie talks with Guy Dauncey, author of the inspiring new book, Journey to the Future: A Better World Is Possible . For more info, including Endnotes documenting ideas that are already happening, see www.journeytothefuture.ca
Topics: changes-show, chly, nanaimo, guy dauncey, books, future
Join Marjorie as she talks with Jen Cody, Executive Director of Nanaimo Foodshare, about the need for seed saving in our food system, the current realities involved with seed saving, and the opportunities to participate locally through Seedy Sunday. This year’s event takes place at Nanaimo District Secondary School on March 6, 10am-3pm; admission is $3. FMI: nanaimofoodshare.ca For those outside Nanaimo, check www.seeds.ca for events elsewhere.
Topics: foodshare, nanaimo, jen cody, chly, changes-show, seedy sunday
Join Marjorie Stewart as she interviews Ryan Peppin, a VIU Media Studies student and one of the organizers of this year’s Nanaimo Global Film Festival, set to take place February 19 – 21 at VIU. They discuss the value of documentaries, the way festivals work, and refer to specific films of particular interest. There are some tips on parking and wheelchair access to the venues as well. For those who saw some of the films at the World Community Film Festival in Courtenay (or were not able to...
Topics: nanaimo, global film festival, film, chly, changes-show, viu
Celia is back this week with Melissa Townsend, VIU's approachable Food Services Manager, to talk about affordable, high quality meal options at VIU. She also mentions ways to access further savings. In addition, there's a mention of the new Farm to Plate program at the Cowichan campus and the farmers' markets launching this week at the Nanaimo campus.
Topics: chly, changes-show, nanaimo, viu, food, cowichan, melissa townsend
Marjorie Stewart talks with Eva Manly, who will be on the Women's Boat to Gaza . The purpose of this non-violent solidarity action, which involves participants from a number of countries, is to keep public attention on the plight of the population in Gaza. After this show was broadcast on September 6, 2016, one of the boats unexpectedly developed engine problems, and fundraising was underway to replace it. FMI: see Eva's Facebook page.
Topics: gaza, middle east, eva manly, boat, chly, nanaimo, changes-show
Before the federal election, Marjorie talked with Lynn Wytenbroek, one of the founding hosts of Changes, about the platforms of the federal political parties on issues that really matter. Citizens now need to hold the new government accountable for implementing election promises, including those that Lynn highlighted - while understanding that some will take more time than others.
Topics: changes-show, chly, nanaimo, politics, federal, canada, election, lynn wytenbroek
What does VIU's Healthy Communities Coordinator do? Find out as Marjorie engages in conversation with Celia White, who created the position. Celia will be joining us monthly to report on what's going right on campus.
Topics: chly, changes-show, nanaimo, vancouver island, viu, healthy communities, health
Join Travis as he talks with guest Larissa Coser about the formation of the new group called Zero Waste Nanaimo. They discuss the goals of zero waste and how to get there, and they are joined by three callers who share their ideas - including where in Nanaimo to get coffee that doesn't come in a non-recyclable bag! For more info. on the group, check zerowastenanaimo.ca .
Topics: zero waste nanaimo, nanaimo, changes-show, chly, environment, recycling, larissa coser
Marjorie is joined by Samaya Oakley, Minister of the Unitarian Fellowship, to explore the meaning of various holiday celebrations, why they happen at this time of year, and why it does no harm to be inclusive. They are joined halfway through the show by Samantha Letourneau from the Port Theatre, who talks about the Winter Harp concert and the Theatre Angels program. Along the way, they mention food, music, lights, giving, and more. Other events coming up include: Blue Christmas, for those who...
Topics: changes-show, chly, nanaimo, winter harp, inclusion, samaya oakley, unitarian, holidays
Non-profit Global Village Nanaimo's fair trade store is open for the season. Board member Marjorie Stewart and Operations Manager Joan Hiemstra talk about the way fair trade works, and they mention some of the unusual and beautiful craft items that are available. Watch for events at the store such as olive oil tasting (they explain how it's done): globalvillagenanaimo.com or check them out on Facebook.
Topics: chly, nanaimo, changes-show, vancouver island, fair trade, joan hiemstra, crafts
Celia talks with Craig Evans about this month's VIU food theme: eating seasonally and locally all year long. They include the stories of food growing and the WEST (Workplace Essential Skills Training) program, the VIU Farmers' Market, the Farmship Growers' Co-op, the Growing Opportunities Farm Community Co-op and the Farm to U field trips, which are part of the campus recreation program. (There's one field trip left for 2014 - on December 6 - then the trips will start up again in the spring....
Topics: vancouver island, nanaimo, viu, chly, changes-show, food, holidays, co-op
As the CHLY fund drive continues, Suzanne is joined by three Changes hosts: Marjorie Stewart, Travis Barrington, and Jason Kuffler, who share their latest news and ideas. For more on their topics, check out http://www.thehappymovie.com/, http://www.postlandfill.org/, and http://virl.bc.ca/ (for updates on services available while the Harbourfront branch of the library is closed for renovations). Two Gold Passes to the Cascadia Poetry Festival (April 30-May 3 in Nanaimo) will be drawn on April...
Topics: changes-show, chly, lotr, fundrive, cascadia poetry festival, library, nanaimo, vancouver island
Eco-sense: How to walk the talk. Is it really possible to live comfortably but sustainably in our communities as they currently exist? Gord and Ann Baird built a gorgeous cob house near Victoria - and got an occupancy permit. They grow much of their own food but still use 90% less water than a typical household - and 90% less electricity as well. Join Marjorie as she talks with Gord about how they did it.
Topics: chly, changes-show, nanaimo, vancouver island, victoria, gord baird, cob house, housing
With the departure of Justin and Emily this was the first show with a new cast of Librarians on the Radio. Jason and Lara returned to the show with Darby coming on to host, Stephen provided musical interludes and show veteran Patrick took on special guest Anthony in a non-book fight book fight. Darby talked about the library's Chosen Name initiative and the whole crew did a dramatic reading of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas".
Topics: changes-show, chly, vancouver island, nanaimo, lotr, librarians on the radio, virl
What Happens at an EcoSchool? Travis visits Departure Bay Ecoschool, a public elementary school in which students learn about the many aspects of environmental sustainability as part of their regular studies. Principal Lisa Frey explains the school's unique setting - close to several different ecosystems - and she outlines the various activities that the students are involved in and why she feels they are important. Unfortunately, the School District has recommended that this school...
Topics: changes-show, chly, nanaimo, vancouver island, education, ecoschool, departure bay, lisa frey
Our Remembrance Day show begins at 11 am with a moment of silence; then Marjorie talks with Frank Moher about the meaning of the observances and the need to avoid their mis-use. Some time is spent linking those thoughts to the municipal election slated for a few days later, with specific focus on a recent controversial issue. Highlights include quotes from Laurence Binyon, Russell Brand, Ted Harrison, and John McCrae.
Topics: changes-show, chly, nanaimo, bc, vancouver island, remembrance day, frank moher, election
Enjoy this wide-ranging series of interviews done by VIU Media Studies students on topics from the recent federal election to support for those with Parkinson’s disease.
Topics: changes-show, chly, viu, interview, media studies, federal election, parkinson's disease, nanaimo
Julie Pisani, Drinking Water & Watershed Protection Program Coordinator with the Regional District of Nanaimo, talks with Marjorie Stewart about management of our water resources, especially during this summer's drought. She explains why watering restrictions vary from area to area and mentions the RDN's Rainwater Harvesting Incentive program, as well as other water-saving ideas that homeowners are being encouraged to adopt. Our relationship to water is changing in interesting ways, and you...
Topics: chly, changes-show, nanaimo, julie pisani, water, conservation, rainwater harvesting, vancouver...
Join Celia as she discusses two exciting food initiatives at VIU with Laura Valentich, VIU's Farmers' Market Manager, and Dan Baker, Manager of VIU's aquaponics greenhouse and Postdoctoral Fellow with VIU's International Centre for Sturgeon Studies. Did you know that quinoa could be grown in water, right here in Nanaimo? Find out how this and other ideas are transforming food services on campus, with the potential to expand access to local food throughout the region.
Topics: chly, changes-show, aquaponics, farmers market, laura valentich, dan baker, viu, local food
Join Travis, with guests Jan Hastings and Ian Gartshore, as they discuss the true meaning of Zero Waste and preview the international conference, Alternatives to Incinerators and Landfills, which will include fun events for the public. It's all happening in Nanaimo on Oct. 2 - 4, 2014. See http://www.zwia14.com/ for more.
Topics: chly, nanaimo, changes-show, zero waste, jan hastings, ian gartshore, landfill, incinerator,...
Today Travis talks with Professor Eric Demers from VIU about the bird banding station that he operates at Buttertubs Marsh, as well as the bigger picture that this research is part of. They also discuss opportunities for bird observation and for helping local species to maintain healthy populations. As mentioned on the show, volunteers are needed for the Annual Christmas Bird Count, to take place in Nanaimo on Dec. 28, 2014. Experience is not needed, as you will be working with experienced...
Topics: viu, changes-show, vancouver island, nanaimo, birds, science, buttertubs marsh, eric demers, chly
Join Celia White, VIU Healthy Communities Coordinator, as she explores the many exciting aspects of VIU's participation in the Campus Food Movement, along with guest Leah Snobelen.
Topics: chly, changes-show, nanaimo, viu, vancouver island, campus food movement, food, leah snobelen
Join Marjorie and Suzanne as they have a wide-ranging conversation on issues related to climate change, the COP21 conference in Paris, Laudato Si: On Care for our Common Home the encyclical of Pope Francis and whether there is a shift in thinking underway that will save us from disaster.
Topics: changes-show, chly, pope, climate change, encyclical, paris, conference, cop21, laudato si, nanaimo
Join students from the VIU Media Studies department to hear their thoughts on our relationships with various aspects of our lives, from food to smart phones and video games. Thanks to their professor, Robin Davies, for facilitating them in putting this show together.
Topics: nanaimo, chly, viu, media studies, relationships, ucluelet, tofino, festivals, parksville,...
On this Poetry Matters show, David's guest - Richard Osler - shares his thoughts on poetry as healing for both the individual and the world. They talk about the yearning for something transcendent and sublime, and about "poetry of greater concern." They ask, "Do we write because we know, or do we know because we write?" Richard reads from the work of several poets to illustrate the concepts that he and David explore. For more about Richard, see www.recoveringwords.com - and,...
Topics: poetry, nanaimo, bc, vancouver island, chly, changes-show, poetry matters, richard osler,...
Join Marjorie as she and Jane Bryony-Shaw discuss various issues surrounding genetic engineering of seeds (as opposed to traditional plant breeding) and genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
Topics: jane bryony-shaw, gmo, seeds, genetic engineering, nanaimo, vancouver island, chly, changes-show
Dr. Gerry Fewster talks with Lynn Wytenbroek about better ways to see children and to care for them, as revealed in his book, Don't Let Your Kids Be Normal. Proceeds from book sales go to Raffi's Centre for Child Honouring.
Topics: chly, changes-show, childcare, nanaimo, vancouver island, psychology, gerry fewster, child-rearing,...
Vida Turok, the new Manager of the Lantzville Farmers' Market, joins Marjorie to talk about her introduction to food activism, her raw chocolate delicacies, and the farmers' market scene in the mid-Island region. Information is given on the days and times of the various markets.
Topics: vida turok, lantzville, vancouver island, farmers market, chocolate, food, changes-show, chly,...
Join Suzanne as we hear from Ron Bonham about VIU's Alternative Cinema Series, the Vancouver International Film Festival, why it's best to see films on the big screen with an audience around you, and how international films give us insights that may not be available any other way.
Topics: chly, changes-show, nanaimo, viu, ron bonham, film, alternative cinema series, film festival
Librarians on the Radio welcomes Justin Unrau to the studio to talk about books that he might (or might not) swap; then Jason Kuffler and Justin talk with authors Nathaniel Moore and A.J. Mittendorf. Jason adds a number of very cool event announcements, including the upcoming Culture Days and The Great Cardboard Challenge. virl.bc.ca chly.ca
Topics: nanaimo, changes-show, lotr, librarians on the radio, library, culture days, vancouver island, chly
Marjorie debunks myths about feminism and looks at ongoing violence issues with guests Joy Gugeler, Chair of the Status of Women Committee at VIU, and two staff members from Haven Society: Cindy, Coordinator for the Transition House, and Dawn, Program Coordinator. Events mentioned include the Nanaimo Women's Resource Centre's annual potluck dinner on Sunday, March 8 and a panel of international students who will discuss the realities of living as Muslim women in Saudi Arabia, India, Pakistan,...
Topics: feminism, chly, changes-show, nanaimo, vancouver island, haven society, joy gugeler, transition...
It was raining and we thought it was perfect reading reading weather! We told you about a bunch of events at your libraries, read to you, recommended a few picture books, talked to a great group called Mind Matters for people with dementia and their caregivers, and played some music too. Thanks to Bente and Vi from Mind Matters for talking to us all. Recommended books: City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert (adult novel and read to you) Tidy by Emily Gravett (picture book) Love, Z by Jessie...
Topics: Mind Matters, changes-show, chly, vancouver island, nanaimo, lotr, librarians on the radio, virl
Marjorie's guest is Samantha Letourneau, Settlement Manager at the Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society, also known as the Immigrant Welcome Centre. They discuss the challenges and traumas that refugees have experienced and continue to experience, as well as the successes that are beginning to emerge in Nanaimo. For More Information: www.cvims.org . A related article of interest: What Might Refugees Teach Us?
Topics: chly, nanaimo, changes-show, refugees, syria, vancouver island, multicultural society, immigration,...
Join Travis and his guest, Buddy Boyd of Gibson's Recycling Depot and Zero Waste Canada, as they discuss the pros of local recycling initiatives and the cons of certain current proposals.
Topics: nanaimo, chly, changes-show, zero waste canada, recycling, vancouver island, gibson, bc, buddy boyd
Another Urban Poetry Cafe to celebrate National Poetry Month and Earth Month. Kim Goldberg, Shirley Goldberg, and Leanne McIntosh share poems - some of them eco-poems - that inspire them and provoke thought about our role on Planet Earth.
Topics: national poetry month, ecology, urban poetry cafe, chly, changes-show, poetry, nanaimo, vancouver...
Join Travis Barrington, our Zero Waste host, and Jan Hastings of the Nanaimo Recycling Exchange, as they hear from Derek Haarsma of Haarsma Waste Innovations about the special challenges involved in picking up recyclables from apartment buildings, stratas, restaurants, and other customers whose waste is not collected by the City or the Regional District. Are there barriers for a businessperson who wants to do the right thing? FMI: Haarsma Waste Innovations or Nanaimo Recycling Exchange
Topics: derek haarsma, changes-show, nanaimo, recycling, zero waste nanaimo, haarsma, business, vancouver...
Marjorie talks with Vida Turok about genetically modified organisms, how they affect our food system, and what consumers can do. A march was planned for May 23. A couple of added details: Clarence Thomas is the US Supreme Court Justice who was a lawyer for Monsanto in the past. In 2002, Zambia rejected US food aid in the form of genetically modified corn, while some neighbouring countries accepted it on condition that it be milled before distribution so that it could not be planted. References:...
Topics: chly, changes-show, nanaimo, vancouver island, vida turok, gmo, march, clarence thomas, monsanto,...
This February episode of Librarians on the Radio is all about getting you fired up for Freedom to Read Week 2016. J Jack Unrau shares a talk about censorship and children's literature, we hear from a bunch of librarians reading from challenged works, and in our bookfight Patrick Siebold talks about fracking and climate change and how stories will persevere long after we're all dead. It's cheery!
Topics: changes-show, chly, nanaimo, lotr, librarians on the radio, ftrw, orwell, roy scranton, andrew...
Join Celia as she talks with Sarah Archibald of Meal Exchange in Toronto about food in relation to the health of individuals, communities, and the earth. They talk about a wide range of things, from the Trick or Eat program put together for Halloween by Meal Exchange, to community seed banks in Honduras.
Topics: chly, changes-show, meal exchange, sarah archibald, toronto, trick or eat, halloween, seed bank,...
With apologies for the poor sound quality, Changes explores the current political scene in Canada with Ilan Goldenblatt, spokesperson with New Democrats for Fairness & Transparency. Near the end, there is a brief discussion of the situation in Gaza.
Topics: chly, changes-show, nanaimo, canada, politics, ndp, ilan goldenblatt, new democrats for fairness...
American poet Sam Hamill does not shy away from the hard realities of war, poverty, personal loss, and ecological collapse, and he writes about them in a way that is accessible and down to earth. David Fraser plays a number of readings recorded by Hamill in his gritty, engaging voice; then David offers comments. Sam Hamill will deliver the keynote address at the Cascadia Poetry Festival, to be held in Nanaimo April 30 - May 3. See http://cascadiapoetryfestival.org/ for details.
Topics: sam hamill, chly, changes-show, cascadia poetry festival, poetry, poetry matters, ecology, nanaimo,...
Join Ben as he has a wide-ranging conversation with Sheila Malcolmson, Nanaimo-Ladysmith’s new Member of Parliament. Then VIU Media Studies students explore the topic of survival.
Topics: chly, nanaimo, federal, politics, ndp, canada, mp, sheila malcolmson, viu, media studies, survival,...
J Jack Unrau hosts a rebroadcast of last year's Librarians on Democracy interviews to check in with how the new current Canadian government is doing compared to the old on information issues.
Topics: chly, changes-show, lotr, librarians on the radio, democracy, micheal vonn, vincent gogolek,...
J Jack Unrau and Emily Orr read from stories including Flannery O'Connor's "Enoch and the Gorilla," Genevieve Valentine's The Girls at the Kingfisher Club , and conclude "On Seeing the 100% Perfect Girl One Beautiful April Morning."
Topics: chly, librarianautica, storytime, neil gaiman, mc frontalot, goldilocks, flannery o'connor,...
