Toban Talks: Recent Episodes
The Manitoban
This episode features…
-Edward Jurkowski, dean of Desautels faculty of music
-Sarah Miller, research lead at the Canadian Climate Institute
-Rusty Souleymanov, director of the Village Lab
-Melissa Morris, manager of the Village Lab
This episode features…
-John Samson Fellows, literacy instructor of the John Howard Society of Manitoba
-Janine Newton Montgomery, professor in the U of M department of psychology and program coordinator for U of M’s school psychology program
This episode features…
-Edward Jurkowski, dean of Desautels faculty of music
-Sarah Miller, research lead at the Canadian Climate Institute
-Rusty Souleymanov, director of the Village Lab
-Melissa Morris, manager of the Village Lab
+Brand New Desautels Concert Hall coming soon!
This episode features…
-Jason Gibbs, associate professor in the department of entomology
-Ben Schellenberg, assistant professor in the faculty of kinesiology and recreation management
-Karina Bagi, past UM women’s soccer goalie
This episode features…
-Michael Lucenkiw, artist and U of M architecture student
-Yale Michaels, assistant professor in the U of M’s Max Rady college of medicine
This episode features…
-Hanako Teranishi, English student, leader of UM Student Writers
-Susan Wingert, sociologist, U of M’s Alan Klass program steward
+UM Student Writers is open to all students from all faculties and to anyone who just wants to write and meet other student writers.
+U of M’s Alan Klass program by the Rady faculty of health sciences integrates arts, humanities, and social sciences into health-care education.
This episode features…
-Francis Zvomuya, U of M professor in the department of soil science
This episode features…
-Madison Beale, U of M art history student and The Artalogue host
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2024 UMSU Elections — Candidates for Community Representative Roles:
-Black Students’ Representative: Clifford Emelumba, Damilola Ojo
-Indigenous Students’ Representative: Michaela De Hoop
-Women’s Representative: Heaven Kaur
-International Students’ Representative: Dhruvi Shah, Krupa Mashru
-Racialized Students’ Representative: Christabel Attoni-Oteari
-Accessibility Representative: Ekamjit Singh
Don’t forget to vote today & tomorrow (March 7 & 8)!
This episode features…
2024 UMSU Elections — Candidates for Executive Roles:
-President: Joy Okafor, Divya Sharma
-Vice President University Affairs: Rachhvir Dhaliwal
-Vice President External Affairs: Prabhnoor Singh
-Vice President Finance and Operations: Adil Hayat, Carolyn Wang
-Vice President Student Life: Bolu Akindele, Michael Prokipchuk
Don’t forget to vote on March 7 & 8! Plus, tune in next week to hear from your candidates for community representative roles.
This episode features…
-Neil McArthur, director of U of M Centre for Professional and Applied Ethics
-Jessica Cameron, U of M professor of psychology
-Bianca Siem and Daniel Hwang, Arts Student Body Council (ASBC) councillors
This episode features…
-Elfie Smith, U of M associate registrar and director of service records
-Victoria Nelson, a U of M student pursuing a master’s in human rights
- Tara Horrill, U of M assistant professor in the college of nursing
This episode features…
-Gil Carroll, co-founder and booking agent with First Date Touring, co-artistic director of Real Love Winnipeg, and musician in the band Living Hour
-Avery Selby-Lyons and Imtiaz Mahmud, Master of human rights students
-Michael Jack, chief administrative officer for the City of Winnipeg
-Chris Scott, Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1505 (ATU 1505) president and business agent
-Laurie Schnarr, vice-provost of students
-Alex Crawford, U of M research associate in the Center for Earth Observation Science
This episode features…
-Kenneth MacKendrick, head of the religion department and associate professor
-Nicole Goulet, a religion instructor
-Lizzie Magaji, Student Wellness Centre (SWC) assistant
-Alex Rana, UMSU 2SLGBTQIA+ representative and co-president of RPC
This episode features…
-Jason Gibbs, associate professor in the department of entomology
-Ben Schellenberg, assistant professor in the faculty of kinesiology and recreation management
-Karina Bagi, UM women’s soccer goalie
This episode features…
-Rusty Souleymanov, associate professor in U of M’s faculty of social work & director of the Village Lab
This episode features…
-Cecil Rosner, developer and instructor of new media literacy program
Rosner is a journalist of 40+ years, a prior managing editor for CBC Manitoba, and an executive producer of The Fifth Estate.
-Rod Lastra, acting dean of extended education at U of M
+U of M’s extended education will be running a media literacy program that aims to
help people identify fake news and evaluate the credibility of content in media using investigative journalism techniques.
+The program is designed for a diverse audience: journalists, educators, activists, consumers, and more!
+Information about the new media literacy program!
This episode features…
-Jared McKetiak, UMFM Station Manager
-Michael Elves, UMFM Program Director
+A special shoutout goes out to UMFM (101.5 FM) for broadcasting our TobanTalks episodes on Thursdays at 11:30 am!
+Check out the program schedule to learn more! If you’re interested in getting involved, drop by the station on the 3rd floor of University Centre (between VW’s and Degrees).
+Listen to UMFM anytime! +About UMFM!
This episode features…
-Danielle Pahud, U of M astronomy instructor and director of the Lockhart Planetarium
-Kaitlyn Goncalves, master’s student, UMAnime event planner, and creator of manga club
-Margaret Shaw-MacKinnon, creator of the exhibit Ukraine: Close to Home
This episode features…
-Ezra Taves, copy editor at the Manitoban
-Morgan Heck, copy associate at the Manitoban
+We outline the Manitoban’s publishing process with a focus on editing and fact-checking. Learn about our 1 – 5 system and just how many articles have been edited by our copy team. (Hint: it’s more than 400!)
This episode features…
-Alexis Normand, Fransaskois singer-songwriter and filmmaker
-Coltin Day, Underworld: Misthaven guildmaster
-Lauren Perry, U of M faculty of arts student and Misthaven player
+French Enough is a short film that explores the diversity of Canadian francophone identities. It is currently available for free streaming!
+Underworld: Misthaven is one of Manitoba’s dark fantasy Live Action Role Play (LARP) guild houses. Players interested in joining can find this season’s scheduling and other information on the group’s Instagram or website.
-We evaluate the findings from a recent report published by the UDC on the rise of academic misconduct. We also discuss the ethics of cheating. Read the report about the 2021 – 2022 academic year!
-We get excited about Trouble in Mind, a dramedy capturing the day-to-day realities of racism. Buy tickets to the Royal MTC’s run until March 11!
Fun fact: Trouble in Mind was almost the first play to appear on Broadway that was written by a Black woman. Listen to learn more!
Featured in this episode…
-Arthur Schafer, professor of philosophy and founding director of the Centre for Professional and Applied Ethics at U of M
-Sheryl Zelenitsky, chair of the University Discipline Committee (UDC)
-Cherissa Richards, Trouble in Mind director
This episode features…
-Tara Williamson, U of M alum & “Heart Like a Pow Wow” writer
-Victoria Romero, UMSU vice-president advocacy & Manitoba Alliance of Post-Secondary Students (MAPSS) Chair
-Sarah Guillemard, Manitoba’s minister of advanced education and training
Featured in this episode…
-Rachel Mann, Bisons track and field team
-Shayna Plaut, executive director of UM’s Centre for Social Science Research and Policy
-Jesse Hajer, assistant professor of economics and labour studies
+CSSRP Twitter +UMSU Instagram +UM Black Alliance
This episode features…
-George Zhanel & Frank Schweizer, Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers
-Jordy Zacharias, UM women’s hockey assistant coach
-GMB Chomichuk, illustrator & Joey Senft, photographer
Buy tickets for Love You to Death!
This episode features…
-Mario Pinto, U of M vice-president research and international
-Tyler Phill, founder and CEO of My Student Wellbeing
-Philip Ferguson, U of M associate professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering
Learn more about My Student Wellbeing & STARlab!
More information about security resources & the student exchange program!
This episode features…
-Esyllt Jones, UM history professor
-Gordon Perrier, UM director of security
-Chindinma Chijioke, 4th year political studies student, student exchange participant
This episode features…
-Des Catellier, Bisons’ outgoing quarterback
-Scott Forbes, President of MOFA
-Michael Shaw, executive member of MOFA
-Luc Mayor, host of Signal Distortion
This episode features…
-Jory, our Social Media Editor
-Jessie, our Arts&Culture Reporter
Check out @nextstop_cafe on Instagram!
Learn more about Planet Pantry!
This episode features…
-Mario Lebar, chief information officer, U of M
-Patrick McCarthy, director of information security and compliance, U of M
-Chimwemwe Undi, U of M alumna
Happy Halloween y’all!
What to do this Halloween:
1, 2, or 3!
This episode features…
-Tim Muys, co-founder & co-owner of Heebie Jeebies
-Quinn, our Sports Reporter & local Halloween fanatic
-Gabby, Microbiology icon & horror-loving gal
Vote on October 26 for Winnipeg’s new mayor, city councillors, and school trustees!
This episode features the following mayoral candidates:
-Kevin Klein
-Shaun Loney
-Glen Murray
This episode features…
-UMSU International Students’ Rep: Kunaal Rajpal
-Filmmaker: Tavis Putnam
-U of M post-doctoral fellow: Miya Warrington
Check out A Social at the Cinematheque!
Join your host Harmat on a news recap and an interview with Managing Editor Grace!
Mentioned in The Manitoban 101: An Introduction: parts 1 & 2:
-Please send me suggestions for our Halloween episode and for any other special episodes you’d like to see!
-Follow @umisacouncil to stay up to date with their events!
News Recap:
-UMSU schedules federation referendum
-Manitoba to raise minimum wage to $15 by October 2023
-Rally demands free international student healthcare
-Mayoral candidate refuses to abide by U of M mask rules
-U of M takes part in orange shirt day
Articles Discussed:
-October 3, 2019: Thousands take to Winnipeg streets to protest climate change inaction
-March 4, 2020: UWSA executive campaign roiled by controversy
-March 19, 2020: Campus reacts to covid’s arrival in Winnipeg
-October 13, 2020: Remembering the original pumpkin spice
-December 8, 2020: TikTok musical a game changer for theatre
-November 3, 2021: Quitting your sport can be a blessing in disguise
-July 26, 2022: New political party enters provincial race
-August 10, 2022: U of M would fail service inspection
-August 10, 2022: Nickerson appointed new dean of RFHS and MRCM
-September 6, 2022: Mental health on the minds of many
TobanTalks is back and better than ever! I’m Harmat and today’s episode is an introduction to The Manitoban. Join Editor In Chief Gill and News Editor Matthew as they pull back the curtains on how a student newspaper operates.
-Apply to work at The Manitoban by October 1st at 11:59 pm. Visit themanitoban.com for more details.
-Listen to Matthew’s podcast Scary Hours on UMFM 101.5 FM Wednesdays at 11 pm!
Savannah Szocs, UMSU VP student life, and Jackie Wild, the first female president of the Manitoba Filipino Business Council, speak on the importance of diversity and female representation in leadership positions.
This week’s news recap covers the Rady faculty’s Indigenous health institute plans to deliver vaccines to First Nations communities, the annual student anthropology conference and the new vice-president administration Naomi Andrew’s commitment to accessibility and EDI.
Lynette Bonin and Alison Holliday share their experience acting in a play during the global pandemic. We discuss the relevance of the characters in Zoom Lens and the impact of theater during these times
We discuss the future of the student union with UMSU president-elect Brendan Scott. He talks about what students should expect from his term and how he plans to create a smooth transition back to on-campus classes
UMSU VP advocacy Kristen Smith and Black Students Union VP advocacy Vimbai Gudu on the advocacy efforts regarding international students’ health care and the consequences that a lack of health care has had on the international student community.
An in-depth look at the impact of the virtual world on student politics and engagement with members of our news and research teams.
For this week’s news recap we look at how the pandemic has impacted the animal services’ ability to care for animals and the aid they can provide to animals as well as the adoption of these animals. We also look at the impact of Bill 33 on students and the autonomous governance of the student union. Lastly, we take a look at the disproportionate effect the recession has been having on women.
Our news recap for the week of Feb. 8 covers the importance of academic integrity with UMSU VP advocacy Kristin Smith and a band profile of Six-Foot Citrus.
University of Manitoba school of business students speak on the barriers and challenges presented by the continued remote teaching, and impact on international students.
University of Manitoba political studies professor Réal Carrière discusses the practicality and benefits of implementing a university-wide Indigenous learning requirement
Venture Coach and Serial Entrepreneur Josh Zaporzan speaks on student entrepreneurship and how to validate your idea to help navigate the current employment landscape
University of Manitoba and Oxford University alumna Johise Namwira discusses applying trauma-informed research methods to ensure safe research processes for both researcher and participant and also the healing effect of participating in trauma research.
Rita Chahal, executive director, and Eileen McDonald, women’s programming co-ordinator, of the Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba unpack the value of peer-to-peer support in times of mental health and discuss resources available to people during the COVID-19 pandemic.
UMSU vice-president community engagement Tino Dogo, Black Students Union (BSU) vice-president advocacy Vimbai Gudu and BSU president Reem Elmahi talk about the power of representation within the Black community and the impact of the newly created Black student representative position on UMSU’s board.
Mandipa Shumba and Braedan Hafichuck give insight on being self-published authors in the Manitoba market. They speak on their shift away from long-form books and how to navigate a busy schedule with writing and publishing
Winnipeg hairstylists Niasha Mckoy and Chanté Miller-Dueck speak out on discrimination, appropriation and assimilation in the beauty industry and hair and beauty education.
Former Business coach Jeff Consul, Speaks on the gender spectrum and models of healthy masculinity in respect to the evolving work environment.
Geneva Halverson and Allison Phipps of the band Serenade speak on their origins, the impact that the pandemic has had on them as artists and their upcoming projects
Kelechi Asagwara talks about race and racism in society and the film industry, and filmmaking during COVID-19.
Recruitment specialist David Owasi breaks down the process that businesses take when selecting a candidate and how to tailor your resume for the job market.
Debra Jonasson-Young explains the new Asper school of business IDM 4050: Applied Small Business Consulting class and the value students will acquire from it.
Chris Karasewich, U of M alumnus and president of Exchange Agency, a digital advertising agency in Winnipeg, gives advice on how to successfully apply for jobs and navigate the entrepreneurial landscape.
Former financial technology consultant Lester Love and U of M student Taff Mahachi discuss managing student finances, proper credit card use and budgeting.
We speak with Brendan Scott, UMSU’s VP of Finance and Operations, on the function of student unions.
We sat down with UMSU VP Community Engagement to here his thoughts on the black lives matter issue and ways that the union can help support students. we went deeper into issues of privilege that exist and ways to overcome them as a community. He gave us some tools to empower ourselves and support those in need.
This week at the Manitoban is our joke edition! Be sure to pick up a copy of the Ivory Buffalo available on newsstands! We hope you enjoy our joke podcast, Buffalo Banter.
On today’s episode we have three stories. First, we spoke with UMISA co-president Alannah Mckay and UMISA member Jack Theis (1:16), and in regards to their comments, a response from UMSU president Jakob Sanderson. (8:51) We also spoke with Jakob about the publishing by the University of Manitoba of new guidelines put in place for university employees (12:40), with comments from U of M spokesperson John Danakas. (17:38) Finally, Jakob provided some information on the “Demand Better” campaign being put forward by his executive team. (20:26)
On today’s episode we have some post-UMSU general election coverage, including comments from president re-elect Jakob Sanderson (8:01), UMSU chief returning officer Darius Hunter (11:09), and LGBTTQ* community rep Trevor Smith. (1:12) We also have a story from the University of Winnipeg student’s association, speaking with president-elect Meagan Malcolm. (16:08) Finally, we have a quick interview with $15 and Fairness U of M chapter organizer James Wilt. (21:46)
On this week’s episode we cover two stories. First, we talk about a rally that was held outside of the Winnipeg Police Headquarters on March 1, in regards to the shooting ofMachaur Madut, 43, after a confrontation with police. (1:08)
We then close out the show with interviews from the presidents of the executive slates that are running in the 2019 UMSU general election. This includes Jakob Sanderson with Your UMSU (9:00), Annie Beach with Exist (14:12), and Jake Letwin with New UMSU (22:28).
On this week’s arts-filled episode we feature four interviews! The first two surround the screening of the film titled “We are the Roots: Black Settlers and their Experiences of Discrimination on the Canadian Prairies” which will be screened in the GSA Lounge Feb. 28 as part of the university’s celebration of Black History Month. The co-lead on the project, University of Lethbridge professor Jenna Bailey, spoke (2:43) about the work that went into the film. Myrna Donald of the U of M’s Black History Month committee organized the screening, and she also spoke (10:29) about the meaning of the film. The final two interviews are with acts from Festival du Voyageur’s (FDV) 2019 lineup. First we spoke with local Winnipeg band Montgolfière (16:17), and capped it off with a chat with Montréal-based musician Anomalie (22:33). Both spoke about their music, as well as their Festival experience.
On this week’s episode we spoke with UMFA president Janet Morrill (1:06), to briefly talk about the protest held on February 6 in regards to the selection process for finding U of M’s next president. Faculty of education student Kristin Flattery, who is running unopposed to be a student representative in the faculty, spoke with us (4:46) and how she hopes to bring more Indigenous issues into the spotlight. Finally, we spoke with U of M administrator Barry Lavallee (13:29), who is set to resign on February 18, due to his concern that there is a lack of response from university administration on issues of anti-Indigenous racism.
On this week’s episode we spoke with third-year nursing student River Steele Guillas (1:01), who is set to be editor-in-chief for the 2019 – 20 edition of the Proceedings of Manitoba’s Undergraduate Science and Engineering Research (PMUSER) journal. We had a chat assistant professor in the faculty of arts here at the University of Manitoba, Dallas Hunt (9:33), to talk about a children’s book he recently released titled Awâsis and the World-Famous Bannock. Finally, local Manitoba band The Middle Coast gave their thoughts (17:24) as they set to do their farewell show on February 2nd, as well as drop their final EP, as they plan to disband and pursue their solo projects.
This week’s episode is featuring more art than usual! We spoke with three individuals. At (1:07) we spoke with Erwin Huebner, artist-in-residence at the U of M school of art and recently-retired biology professor. He spoke about the recent opening of his art exhibition titled, Outside the Boundaries: Exploring the Natural World Through Artist Books. Newly appointed dean of the Desautels faculty of music Edward Jurkowski sat down for a quick chat with us (9:10) to talk about what brought him here and what he hopes to bring to the faculty. Finally, we talked to Chris Johnson (19:20), professor emeritus and co-founder of the Black Hole Theatre Company. He is the director for their adaption of Henrik Ibsen’s play Peer Gynt, which is set to be performed at the 19th Royal Manitoba Theatre Company’s Master Playwright Festival.
The first episode of the new year! In this week’s episode we cover the protest on January 9 at the Portage and Main intersection as an act of solidarity with the Wet’suwet’en land protectors in British Columbia (1:31). We spoke with Muslim Student Association external executive Mohamed Soussi in regards to UMSU executives, including UMSU president Jakob Sanderson, lobbying members of Parliament in early December along with the Undergraduates of Canadian Research-Intensive Universities (UCRU) on several priorities, one of which, was to eliminate the federal tuition tax credit (4:41). University of Winnipeg associate professor Julie Nagam’s solo exhibit, locating the little heartbeats, is currently on display at the University of Winnipeg’s Gallery 1C03 until Feb. 16, and we spoke with Julie to discuss the exhibit, including the inspiration behind the display and what it means to her (14:47). Finally, we spoke with U of M student Michelle Wuziniski to discuss her award-winning paper titled “Developing a Genotyping Scheme for Myobacterium abcessus Complex Using Whole Genome Sequencing Data.” (23:00).
This week’s episode is a light edition with three stories. Our first story is an interview with Winnipeg-born Juno-nominated musician Don Amero, who is currently on his “Amero Little Christmas” tour which ends in Winnipeg. We also cover the exhibition titled “Forest Encounters” that is currently on display at the School of Art Gallery. Finally, we spoke quickly with fifth-year player on Bisons men’s volleyball team Dustin Spiring to talk about his career. We cap off the show with “Cheers” featuring Q‑Tip off of Anderson .Paak’s latest album, “Oxnard”.
This week’s episode features four stories. Our first story covers the motion recently passed by the Canadian Federation of Students which supports the Palestinian-led BDS movement; the motion was voted against by UMSU. Our second story is about the statement that was released by UMISA about what they believe are ignored calls for better engagement and support with Indigenous students. Our third story highlights the sixth annual Indigenous health symposium that was hosted at the U of M Bannatyne campus on Nov. 21 and 22. Finally, our fourth and last story is an interview with the editors of the 27th edition of Warehouse Journal, a publication by the faculty of architecture here at the U of M.
On this week’s episode we have two stories. Our first story is about a recent poster campaign led by members of the School of Fine Arts Students Association (SOFA), we spoke with SOFA co-president Annie Beach and U of M Indigenous Students Association (UMISA) rep Kristin Flattery, as well as U of M security services director Rick Jansen. Our second story is about U of M alumnus Kristen Wachniak, graduate from the Desautels faculty of music, who talked about her work and what she has been up to since graduating.
On today’s episode for our first story we have three interviews: one with Indigenous student coordinator for the nursing student’s association River Steele Guillas, one with head of the department of native studies Cary Miller, and one with UMSU president Jakob Sanderson. All interviews were in response to the posters discovered bearing the phrase, “It’s OK to be White”. Our second story covers the current podcast available through UMFM titled “Minogondaagan: the Good Voice”. A podcast about reconciliation, we talked to Elissa Black Wolf Kixen, executive producer of the podcast, and Sasha Mark, associate producer. Our third story is in regards to the recent astronomy open house hosted at the University of Manitoba on Oct. 31 by staff from the astronomy department and the Winnipeg chapter of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. We spoke to Danielle Pahud, an instructor in the U of M’s physics and astronomy department and is in charge of the Lockhart planetarium, and Bryan Stach, vice-president of the Winnipeg chapter of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. We close the show with a quick chat with Nahlah Ayed, to talk about how she ended up in a career of journalism and becoming an international correspondent.
In this week’s episode we spoke with Niigaan Sinclair, a professor in the native studies department here at the University of Manitoba in regards to a recent lecture hosted by the extended education division on the topic of social justice in education. Milena Pirnat, chair of the education committee of the Manitoba chapter of the Canadian Hemophilia Society and a University of Manitoba graduate, discussed her work in the field of hemophilia research and support. She also talked about her online support group, Hemophiliac Mother. Finally, we spoke with head coach of the Bison’s football team, Brian Dobie, to give his thoughts post-game after a tough 38 – 34 OT loss against the UBC Thunderbirds. We close the show with a new track from Royal Canoe titled, “Peep This”. It is off their new album, Waver, set for release on January 25, 2019.
This week’s episode features interviews from OpenFest co-organizer Anders Swanson and a couple members from Winnipeg band and OpenFest headliner Royal Canoe, where they gave their reasons why they believe the Portage and Main intersection should be open. We also had a lengthy and interesting discussion with Kim Tallbear, associate professor in the department of native studies at the University of Alberta and a leading expert on the use of DNA testing within First Nation communities, as well as one member of the roundtable current affairs podcast, Media Indigena. It is, of course, still sustainability month, and we had a chance to speak to another person, Chantal Delaquis, one of the directors of sustainability on the Arts Student Body Council, who helped kicked off the Arts composting program on October 15. Finally, we spoke to UMFM station manager, Jared McKetiak, to talk about Pledge-o-Rama.
This week’s episode features interviews from U of M Spokesperson John Danakas in regards to the university’s policy about cannabis use, given the upcoming legalization of cannabis in Canada. We also have audio from the Make Poverty History Manitoba rally that occured on Oct. 11, 2018, with interviews from Manitoba NDP leader Wab Kinew and UMSU president Jakob Sanderson. October is sustainability month, and we had a chance to talk to Christie Nairn from the office of sustainability here at the University of Manitoba, as well as two U of M students involved with sustainability projects on campus through the office of sustainability. Finally, we spoke with an editor from the Feminist and Queer Review, Adriana King, and head of the women’s and gender studies program at the University of Manitoba, Shawna Ferris. The Feminist and Queer Collective had their launch party celebrating the 10th anniversary edition of their FAQ review.
This week’s episode brings three stories. The first one is with Dr. Mariette Chartier, a research scientist at the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy who was the lead author on a recent report that was published titled, “Mental Illness among adult Manitobans”. She spoke about the report, as well as mental health and university students. The second interview is with disability advocate David Lepofsky. A lawyer by trade, he had recently finished a talk hosted by Barrier-free Manitoba, and briefly discussed his cause. The final interviews were with Louise Leatherdale and Stephen Borys. Mrs. Leatherdale, along with her late husband Doug, made a donation of $1 million to the Inuit Art Centre being built in the Winnipeg Art Gallery. She discussed the inspiration from her donation, and Stephen Borys, director and CEO of the Winnipeg Art Gallery, discussed the impact that her donation will have for the future. Music was provided by Carly Dow; her single Sunlight Remembers off her sophomore album, “Comet”, due to be released on October 19, 2018.
We’re back for another season on the newly reformatted Toban Tuesdays, featuring some of the indepth interviews that are in this week’s paper.
On the Toban News Desk’s first episode for the 2016⁄17 year, Editor-in-Chief Craig Adolphe and Comments Editor Shawn Garbutt talk about the U‑Pass, the rash of emails from the U of M concerning illegal downloads and Shawn’s latest editorial about pipeline activity across North America.
Today’s discussion includes the first ever FrostFest, as well as discussion surrounding the Charlie Hebdo tragedy and it’s aftermath.
On today’s show we discussed the U of M Bisons Football Rob Ford’s admission to having smoked crack cocaine “in one of [his] drunken stupors,” among other scandals plaguing the Toronto Mayor. ‘Toban news reporter Kevin Linklater gave us an overview of the Senate scandal,
On today’s show News Editor Katy MacKinnon discusses the efforts of 15 Canadian universities to leave the Canadian Federation for Students, as well an admission by UMSU executives that they manually removed all CFS pages from the almost 30K student agendas currently being passed out at the U of M as an act of protest. Science Editor Tom Ingram and Managing (/Features) Editor Fraser Nelund discuss this week’s Feature issue on alcohol.
On today’s show a panel of our editors discuss the Osborne House controversy, crustaceans and their ability to feel pain, FROSH week, and a Bison Football rundown
The philosophy of science is discussed, as is Mayor Katz’ recent trial, and in sports, LGBTQ athletes coming out of the closet.
We talk about the joke issue on stands this week, and Marc and Derek’s adventure in the news stadium
Bryce is a total boss when it comes to science related business, and then the boys talk about technology and privacy in society. It’s a gooder!
On today’s Toban News Desk we talk about science and infant feeding guideline revisions from Health Canada, local band The Bros. Landreth, and stuff about sports
We discuss the results of the UMSU election, the controversy surrounding Al Turnbull and the rest of the paper!
Senior News Editor Rachel Wood joins the fellas in the radio broadcasting room to talk about Bill-18, the anti-bullying legislation that has created some amount of controversy amongst private faith-based schools around Manitoba. Also, other things of newsy quality.
This was a sports heavy show. With an emphasis on soap operas and 1993 and did you know that UNIVERSITY EXAMS ARE A THING?
Bryce regales us with stories of igloos, beaver meat, social media and a certain Canadian celebrity that you might be familiar with…A MISTER GEORGE STROMBOLOUPOULOUSO. (the extra “O” is for “OH YEAH!”) Also, science and sports reports.
We talk about nostalgic food in Winnipeg, Bryce offers a Science brief, Marc and Derek talk BISON SPORTS, and we end on a ‘high note’ with the ‘theme song’ for the Winnipeg Jets.
Bryce talks about the sea-ice facility, before things heat up with a spicy debate over Lance Armstrong between Marc and Derek.
A lengthy discussion on the Idle No More movement, Bryce talks about the Wildlife Haven, and some SPORTS CHATTER!
Part Two of the Manitoban Mixtape feature special! This show featured an edited talk with Manitoban Editor-In-Chief Ryan Harby about his article on the stories that surrounded the song Helter Skelter, and how that song by The Beatles and The Beach Boys became connected to the horrific crimes committed by the “Manson family” in the 1960s. We end the show on a festive (and much less grim) note by talking with UMFM Program Director Michael Elves about his article for the feature. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
The first installment of the Manitoban Mix Tape radio feature! Also featuring Marc Lagace’s Lock out poem!
We talk about the Manitoban Mixtape feature, and uncover the conspiracy surrounding Nicki Minaj and Jay‑Z.… also, Bryce tells us why water is important, and Marc makes a fool of himself predicting an event that already happened. ALL IN ALL, ITS MUST-LISTEN…RADIO!
-Experimental Lakes Area, Wetlands and Water ‑Sport Hi-jinx: Bison Sports, Duckworth Challenge ‑Bacon Pancakes!
Talking Jays mega-trade with the Marlins, charity hockey game on campus and SCIENCE STUFF!!
We Talk about the U‑Pass debate, LucasFilms being bought out by Disney, and Hayley Wickenheiser showing why she’s the best women’s hockey player in Canada. Feat. Derek Gagnon!
Campus crime beat, the hockey lockout and the Girth’s CD release show are all discussed.
What will happen with event day parking once the new Blue Bomber Stadium is open? News editor Sarah Petz spoke with associate vice president (administration) Alan Simms at Wednesday’s open house about some of the details of the university’s plan. Seen all those campaign posters covering University Centre? That’s right folks, it’s UMSU election time. We’re joined by comment editor Spencer Fernando and sports editor Marc Legace for another round of discussion on student awareness about the elections and the ban on campaigning through social media.
This week we’re joined by sports editor Marc Legace and arts and culture editor Ryan Harby to discuss the development of Southwood Golf course property, the “linsanity” over NBA star Jeremy Lin, how to avoid the post-reading week hangover, and the bane of every U of M students’ existence: parking.
Will the university become one big traffic nightmare on Bomber game days? Will St. Vital and the U of M be connected via a bike/pedestrian pathway in the near future? Why does everyone on The Manitoban staff think Batman is so freaking awesome? All this and more on this week’s episode on Toban News Desk!
This week’s episode features interviews with NDP leadership candidates Niki Ashton and Peggy Nash, plus comment editor Spencer Fernando joins us to discuss the CFS National Day of Action and the upcoming UMSU general election.
Full interview with Niki Ashton, MP for Churchill MB and candidate for leadership of the NDP
This week we’re joined again by science editor Bryce Hoye and sports editor Marc Legace. Listen in for updates on what we’re working on for the upcoming issue, including stories on the U of M’s plan to eliminate several faculties, and a discussion on this week’s feature topic, body image.
This week we’re joined by sport editor Marc Legace for an update on Bison Sports. News editor Sarah Petz and science editor Bryce Hoye also discuss their brush with norovirus – while Sarah is under voluntary quarantine with norovirus.
Top stories include: body found on campus, Occupy Winnipeg returns, and renovations to Dafoe Library. Also look forward to the return of Crime Beat.
This week we look at Winnipeg’s recent transit fair increase, UMSU’s holiday hamper program, U of M president David Barnard’s future plans, and more. Featuring music from Sarah Slean.
On this week’s podcast, we discuss security services on campus, a possible cover charge to get into the new UMSU owned pub, and the UPass at the U of M. Featuring music from JP Hoe
On this week’s episode, hear about Winnipeg’s transit plan, new bring your own wine liquor laws, and updates from UMSU council. With music from AUSTRA and Ox.
From the Manitoban news desk: stories on the passing of Reg Alcock, the potential implementation of unisex bathrooms, the Cinema City renovation, what you’re going to be for halloween and more!
From the Manitoban news desk: stories on Occupy Winnipeg, review committee for U of M president David Barnard, what’s going on with the Southwood golf course property, and more!
From the News Desk: stories on thesis committee controversy, Libyan students response to situation in their home country, and more.