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The Interrobang Podcast brings you interviews with members of the Fanshawe College community and beyond. Topics range from the latest news on the Fanshawe Student Union to current political issues. The podcast is hosted by reporters on the Interrobang news staff. For more Fanshawe-focused news, sports, lifestyles and opinion, you can visit theinterrobang.ca.
On this episode, host Gracia Espinosa chats with former Interrobang Editor Hannah Theodore to chat about the end of the year, and the end of an era. It’s our last episode ever of the Red Couch Podcast. Thank you everyone for listening and watching.
On this episode, hosts Gracia Espinosa celebrates the end of the year with Interrobang illustrator Mauricio Franco, as the two chat about his experience working with the paper and his time at Fanshawe College.
On this episode, hosts Gracia Espinosa celebrates the end of the year with Interrobang reporter Konstantinos Drossos, as the two chat about his experience working with the paper and his time at Fanshawe College.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with Fanshawe Student Union (FSU) Manager of Student Experience, John Said. The two discuss John's long history with Interrobang and his career at the FSU.
On this episode, hosts Gracia Espinosa chats with Interrobang illustrator Caleigh Reid about her experience working with the paper and her time at Fanshawe College.
In Part Two of this special live episode, hosts Briar Wilson and Jack Sutton speak with Fanshawe students about the shuttering of the Interrobang newspaper.
It’s time for another Red Couch Podcast Bonus Episode! Host Georgia Newman chats with fellow Interrobang reporter Ainsley Krienselokker about the closure of the Interrobang and the end of their time at Fanshawe.
On this episode, hosts Briar Wilson and Jack Sutton sit down for a live taping of the Red Couch Podcast, chatting with various members of the Fanshawe community about the shutdown of the Interrobang newspaper.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa is joined by Adam Debevc and Paul Wang of the Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems program.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Ainsley Krienselokker is joined by Interrobang Reporter Briar Wilson to chat about International Women’s Day.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Konstantinos Drossos is joined by former podcast host and Interrobang contributor Justin Koehler, to celebrate the 200th episode of the show!
It’s time for another Red Couch Podcast Bonus Episode! Host Georgia Newman chats with fellow students from the Broadcast Journalism program about their experience in life and in school.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with Chef Troy Spicer, the Fanshawe professor leading a team of junior butchers to the “Olympics of Butchery.”
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Ainsley Krienselokker is joined by Interrobang Reporter Georgia Newman for a special Valentine’s Day episode all about the romance novels we’re falling for right now.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Konstantinos Drossos chats with student Dinu Iddawela, founder of Clubhouse Vivaldi clothing brand.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with Fanshawe student Philip Beausoleil about how he built his own electric-bike.
It’s time for another Red Couch Podcast Bonus Episode! Host Georgia Newman chats with fellow student Maya Miterani about what’s trending on BookTok right now.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Konstantinos Drossos chats with Will Bruce, a Fanshawe journalism student sharing his experience about studying abroad.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Konstantinos Drossos chats with Omri Kash, a Fanshawe Music Industry Arts (MIA) student pursuing a career as an R&B musician.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with Victoria Korhonen, a Fanshawe student with a dream of claiming the Guinness World Record for the smallest arcade machine in the world.
It’s time for another Red Couch Podcast Bonus Episode! Host Georgia Newman shares her picks for the best holiday movies.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Jack Sutton chats with fellow Interrobang reporter, Georgia Newman for a special holiday-themed episode.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Jack Sutton chats with radio student, Mara Vickers.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Briar Wilson chats with Fanshawe paramedic student Alyssa Piotrowski.
It’s time for another Red Couch Podcast Bonus Episode! Host Konstantinos Drossos chats with local hip-hop artist The Finesser.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Jack Sutton chats all things #Tayronto with Interrobang’s resident Swiftie, Briar Wilson.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Briar Wilson chats with CCAA men’s golf gold-medalist, Luke Evans.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Jack Sutton chats with the FSU’s Jerry Thomas and Scott McLachlan about managing your finances as a student.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Briar Wilson chats with film student JD Tinebra about the stress of midterm season.
It’s time for another Red Couch Podcast Bonus Episode! These new mini episodes will air once a month, taking an in-depth look on a specific topic. This week, reporter Georgia Newman shares her thoughts on which of the most popular BookTok romance novels are worth a read.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Jack Sutton chats with international student Mik Hawley about the culture shock of adjusting to life in Canada.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Briar Wilson chats with fellow Interrobang reporter Georgia Newman about all things pop culture, and the struggles of fame and celebrity on mental health.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Jack Sutton chats with Fanshawe student Jylia Boyd about the trials and tribulations of working a part-time job while in school.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Briar Wilson chats with student Mayan Correia about what it means to build a career in content creation.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Jack Sutton chats with Glen Morgan, a Fanshawe professor in the School of Language and Liberal Studies. The two discuss some of the issues facing London, Ont. and how the city’s local governments and advocates are working to tackle them.
New show alert! Once a month, the Red Couch Podcast will now be dropping a bonus episode. These mini episodes will focus on a specific topic, hosted by one of our Interrobang reporters. This week, reporter Konstantinos Drossos talks all this Oasis.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, first-time host Briar Wilson chats with Indigenous Transitions and Learning Advisor Belinda Sayeau. The two discuss Belinda’s journey to Fanshawe, the Institute of Indigenous Learning, and the upcoming Orange Shirt Day.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, first-time host Jack Sutton catches up with FSU president Siddharth Singh as the fall semester gets going.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with three international students at Fanshawe College, Jessica Perera, Thao Nguyen, and Celia Saldano. As federal policies raise new concerns for international students, find out more about how these students are handling the changes.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with FSU Events Coordinator Cami Ariza about all things Orientation!
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, Interrobang Editor Hannah Theodore is back on the show with host Gracia Espinosa for one last summer episode of Reporter Rants.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with FSU Events Coordinator for Fanshawe Area Campuses, Patrick Nichol.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa is back with Interrobang Editor Hannah Theodore to discuss their favourite moments from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games so far.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats all things Esports with Fanshawe Esports Coordinator, Tyler Hetherington.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, Hannah Theodore is back for another episode of Reporters Rant with host Gracia Espinosa. Following the assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump, the two dive into the current state of US politics and try to make sense of this historic election cycle and its impact on us here in Canada.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa is joined by FSU graphic designer, Mauricio Franco.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, Hannah Theodore is back for another episode of Reporters Rant with host Gracia Espinosa. On the menu today: vegan food in London.
On today's episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with Paula Vergara and Federico Pereanez about their production agency, Half & Half.
On today's episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa is back with Editor Hannah Theodore to chat all things Pride!
On today's episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with Belinda Sayeau and Natalie Fletcher about National Indigenous History Month.
On today's episode of the Red Couch Podcast, Editor Hannah Theodore is back for another installment of Reporters Rant.
On today's episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with Sophia Mills-Vissers and Bernardo Jr. Macapagal about volunteering with the FSU’s Red Squad.
On today's episode of the Red Couch Podcast, Editor Hannah Theodore is back for another instalment of Reporters Rant. Are you a young person interested in travelling, either within Canada or around the world? Hannah and Gracia share their expertise as two frequent travellers.
On today's episode of the Red Couch Podcast, Gracia Espinosa interviews Hannah Schevers, a second-year Fashion Design student at Fanshawe College with a genetic condition called Goldenhar Syndrome. We'll learn more about her story and the creation of the Tru Faces community for people with disabilities with her sister Emilee.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, Interrobang Editor Hannah Theodore joins host Gracia Espinosa to chat about their favourite spots throughout the City of London. Looking for ways to get out and enjoy the city this summer? Look no further.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa is joined by Darlene O’Neill and James Agesen to chat about a military-connected art exhibit on now at Fanshawe College.
On this special episode of The Red Couch Podcast, Interrobang Editor Hannah Theodore steps in as host to bid farewell to an amazing year of episodes with fellow hosts, Gracia Espinosa and Justin Koehler.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with Cami Ariza and Aaron McMillan about summer events at Fanshawe College.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with Interrobang Editor Hannah Theodore. The two discuss exam season, studying tips, and how to keep your cool through this stressful time of year.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with newly-elected Fanshawe Student Union (FSU) president Siddharth (Sid) Singh. The two discuss Singh’s campaign and how he’s feeling after winning the election.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Justin Koehler is joined by former Interrobang reporter and podcast host, Ben Harrietha.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with fashion students Biz Clarkson and Lauren Bailey about the upcoming UNBOUND fashion show.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Justin Koehler is joined by Kara D’Arcangelo, the Fanshawe Student Union’s Finance Coordinator.
This week on The Red Couch Podcast, Samantha Thirakul and Moira Vasquez from the Fanshawe Anime Club join host Gracia Espinosa to discuss all there is to know about anime and manga.
This week on The Red Couch Podcast, Briana Brissett joins host Gracia Espinosa to discuss the cover Briana designed for Interrobang's Black History Month issue.
This week on The Red Couch Podcast, Fanshawe Student Union (FSU) President Stephin Sathya is back with host Gracia Espinosa to chat about the FSU’s latest referendum.
On this episode of The Red Couch Podcast, host Justin Koehler chats with Christine Wardle of Fanshawe's Sustainability department.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Justin Koehler is joined by Falcons' Sports Announcer Bernardo Lucca to talk about his history with sports, ongoing Falcons' stories, and more.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with Scott Navarro, producer of Rogers TV and professor at Fanshawe. The two talk about what it’s like to teach at Fanshawe and how students can sign up to volunteer at Rogers TV.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with Fanshawe professor Meg Howald about her new mystery/thriller novel, Someone Died In My House.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, Interrobang Editor Hannah Theodore is back with Gracia Espinosa. The two catch up in the second of two year-end special episodes.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, Interrobang Editor Hannah Theodore steps in to turn the tables on host Gracia Espinosa. The two catch up in the first of two year end special episodes.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with fellow host Justin Koehler for a look back on the podcast this term and what the two have planned for their holiday breaks.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Justin Koehler is joined by radio student and Interrobang reporter Finch Neves to talk about his articles, his thoughts across the music industry, and more!
This week on The Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with respiratory therapy student, Jessy Walsh about the struggle of attending college as a parent of three.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Justin Koehler is joined by Interrobang reporter Mia Rosa-Wayne to talk about her articles, her focus in sports, and more!
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa is joined by Interrobang reporter Sarah Abukarsh. Hailing from Palestine, Sarah shares how the current conflict in Gaza is impacting her and her family.
In this of The Red Couch Podcast episode, host Gracia Espinosa discusses Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and the 50-30 Challenge with Training Advisor Will-Osbourne-Sorrell and Project Coordinator of the 50-30 Challenge, Mauricio Osorio.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Justin Koehler is joined by Interrobang reporter Konstantinos Drossos to talk about journalism, his upcoming articles, and more found in the newly released Diversity Issue.
Talking about mental health is still taboo, but not for Gracia Espinosa and her guest, Interrobang reporter Mary Akpojivi. Both journalists talk about their past experiences to raise awareness of counselling services at Fanshawe College.
The loss of 600 jobs at regional papers to save money has created a gap in news coverage of small areas across Canada. Gracia Espinosa interviews David Gomez to learn more about the work of a local journalist in Middlesex County.
On this episode of the Red Couch Podcast, host Justin Koehler is joined by the Associate Dean for Fanshawe College’s School of Contemporary Media, Dr. Rob Carver. The two discuss just exactly what associate deans do regularly, their dynamic with students and faculty, and learn a bit more about Dr. Carver.
This week on The Red Couch Podcast, host Justin Koehler is joined by Video Game Design student Jack Britton to talk about gaming, virtual reality, AI, and more found in the newly released Tech Issue.
In this special Sex themed episode of The Red Couch Podcast, host Gracia Espinosa chats with Leah Marshall, Fanshawe’s Sexual Violence Prevention Advisor. The two chat consent, pleasure, and why sex shouldn’t be a taboo subject.
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This week on The Red Couch Podcast, host Justin Koehler is joined by Interrobang reporter Mauricio Prado to recap his summer, discuss his new skills and talk about his upcoming articles.
What better way to start the semester at Fanshawe College than by attending some exciting events. If you'd like to know more, check out this episode with Fanshawe’s Orientation, Transition, and First Experience Manager, Christine-Siroyt Vandelaar.
Gracia Espinosa gets ready to take over hosting The Red Couch Podcast. She sits down with current hosts Alex Allan and Mauricio Prado in this special host hand-off episode.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, hosts Alex Allan and Mauricio Prado are joined by our Interrobang Editor Hannah Theodore to talk about Bill C-18, Interrobang news not showing up on Meta’s social platforms, and what this means for students and Canadian journalists.
Fanshawe Music Industry Arts student Cole Tyler joins hosts Konstantinos Drossos and Alex Allan on this week's episode of The Red Couch Podcast. The three discuss Cole's decision to enroll in the MIA program, the experience of being taught by music industry professionals and how AI will impact the future of music production.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, hosts Konstaninos Drossos and Alex Allan are joined by Fanshawe Student Union (FSU) graphic designer, Briana Brissett. The three discuss Briana’s aspirations as an animator and the threat of AI on the world of graphic design.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, hosts Konstantinos Drossos and Alex Allan are joined by Interrobang videographer and Fanshawe film student Asiah Prestanski to discuss the craze over Barbie vs Oppenheimer. The three also chat about Asiah’s filmmaking career and the film industry overall.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, Hosts Konstantinos Drossos and Alex Allan are joined by XFM reporter Manjot Singh to discuss the flash floods happening in India as well as international foods and snacks.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, hosts Konstantinos Drossos and Alex Allan sit down with TikTok influencer Olivia Kyriakopoulos to talk about her life as a nanny and au pair. Olivia has posted videos over TikTok about her life and journey.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, hosts Konstantinos Drossos and Alex Allan sit down with FSU President Stephin Sathya to give an insight into how it's been. Stephin took office as the new president in May. He has done graduation speeches and has been running around all summer with tasks.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, hosts Konstantinos Drossos and Alex Allan sit down with FSU Student Life Coordinator Basia Boron and Event Technician Arthur Brkic to discuss Pride Month and the Pride events being held here at Fanshawe and in London.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, hosts Konstantinos Drossos and Alex Allan are joined by Chris Hannah, from Fanshawe’s Institute of Indigenous Learning to discuss Indigenous History Month.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, hosts Konstantinos Drossos and Alex Allan are joined by a Fanshawe counsellor Shirley Porter to discuss Men's Mental Health Month.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, hosts Konstantinos Drossos and Alex Allan are joined by XFM’s Justin Koehler and for another classic reporter rant and more!
Hosts Konstantinos Drossos and Alex Allan are joined by two FUEL players Cameron “A1rzee” Ayres and Adam “Boyc3” Boyce to discuss PC vs console gaming.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, hosts Konstantinos Drossos and Mauricio Prado are joined by Ken Judge, a finance professor at Fanshawe to talk student finances and more!
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Hannah Theodore is joined by your new team of Interrobang summer reporters! Get to know Mauricio Prado, Konstantinos Drossos and Alex Allan.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, Host Ben Harrietha is joined by Brandon Grubb, the new full-time videographer for the FSU and Interrobang. The two discuss making the podcast, why Brandon got into filmmaking, and plans for newfound free time.
This week on The Red Couch podcast, host Ben Harrietha is joined by Zoë Alexandra King, junior advertising representative for FSU Publications and occasional Interrobang writer. The two discuss the Navigator, summer plans, and the struggles of writing.
This week on The Red Couch Podcast, Host Ben Harrietha is joined by the new Fanshawe Student Union (FSU) Coordinators so they can introduce themselves to the world and chat about what they plan on bringing to their new positions.
Interrobang Editor Hannah Theodore sits down on the Red Couch for the first time to host our final episode of the school year. She’s joined by fellow podcast hosts Justin Koehler and Ben Harrietha to chat about this past year, their favourite stories, covers, and what they’ve learned along the way.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, join host Justin Koehler as he talks with Interrobang journalist Johan George for another episode of Reporter Rants. The two talk about stories, anime, video game music, and learn a bit more about Johan.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Ben Harrietha is joined by the Unbound fashion show committee leaders to chat about how they planned their year end show.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Ben Harrietha is joined by Interrobang reporter Emma Butler to chat about the new issue of the Interrobang, the upcoming Unbound fashion show, and how Emma got into journalism.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Justin Koehler is joined by the new Fanshawe Student Union (FSU) president-elect, Stephin Sathya. In this episode, the two chat about some of the behind-the-scenes of a college election as well as reflect on the process as a whole.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, Host Ben Harrietha is joined by Interrobang Editor Kate Otterbein to chat about the new issue of the Interrobang, the Outer Banks, and the two new sexual violence reporting apps.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, host Ben Harrietha is joined by local drag artist Galaxy Rose. In this special episode all about diversity, the two chat about Galaxy’s journey to discovering drag and how the recent political climate has impacted the drag scene.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, join Justin Koehler for his hosting debut where he is joined by Interrobang journalist and fellow host Ben Harrietha to talk about stories, sports, and more.
This week on The Red Couch Podcast, host Ben Harrietha is joined by Interrobang Editor Hannah Theodore to focus on some national news stories, like the resignation of John Tory and the ecological disaster in East Palestine, Ohio.
We’re back with another video episode! This week on The Red Couch podcast, host Ben Harrietha sat down with Fanshawe’s anti-racism and inclusion specialist, Troy Townsend. The two discuss Townsend’s background, the importance of Canadian Black history, and what’s on this month at Fanshawe.
This week on the Red Couch Podcast, Host Ben Harrietha is joined by Interrobang Editor Hannah Theodore to chat about the new issue of the Interrobang, our Black History Month Issue.
Introducing the new and improved Interrobang podcast, now titled The Red Couch Podcast! Every other week, you’ll be able to view episodes on video on our YouTube channel, but don’t worry, audio episodes will still be available weekly on our website and all your favourite streaming platforms. For our first episode, we’ve got FSU president Ismail Aravai on the show. Host Ben Harrietha asks Ismail what the past year has been like, and what his advice would be for the next FSU president.
This week on a very special episode of the Interrobang podcast, we’re celebrating 100 episodes! Host Hannah Theodore sits down with every host of the Interrobang podcast, both past and present, to discuss their fondest memories of hosting the show. Plus, current host of the show, Ben Harrietha announces what’s next for the Interrobang podcast.
This week on a special bonus episode of the Interrobang podcast, host Ben Harrietha is joined by Interrobang sports reporter and future Interrobang podcast host Justin Kohler. The two discuss hosting a podcast, some of the behind the scenes work that goes into podcast making, and the two's previous podcast experience.
This week on the Interrobang Podcast, host Ben Harrietha is joined by Western University biomedical engineering PhD student Grant Dickey. Dickey is currently studying commotio cordis, which is a condition that disrupts the heart and what many believe happened to Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals earlier this month.
This week on the Interrobang Podcast, host Ben Harrietha is joined by Interrobang editor Hannah Theodore to recap their holiday breaks, as well as look forward to the new year.
This week on the Interrobang Podcast, Host Ben Harrietha is joined by Interrobang Sports Reporter Justin Koehler to chat about the 2022 FIFA World Cup and some of the controversy surrounding it.
This week on the Interrobang Podcast, host Ben Harrietha is joined by Adam Boyce, FUEL’s Valorant team manager to discuss the team’s recent championship wins and how the experience of being a manager has been so far.
This week on the Interrobang Podcast, host Hannah Theodore has Downtown London’s marketing and events manager, Aaron McMillian on to discuss the upcoming events coming to the downtown core. After that Host Ben Harrietha brings on reporter Kate Otterbein to chat about their holiday plans.
Hannah Theodore returns to host the Interrobang podcast. In this episode, she’s catching up with some of the students behind The Story, an annual sustainable pop-up shop run by fashion marketing and management students at Fanshawe College.
This week on the Interrobang Podcast, host Ben Harrietha talks with new Interrobang sports reporter Justin Koehler about their mutual love of sports and how Justin’s time with the Interrobang has been so far.
This week on the Interrobang Podcast, Host Ben Harrietha talks with Fanshawe Esports Coordinator Tyler Hetherington about Fanshawe’s new Esports room, the FUEL Station along with some of the background of FUEL.
This week on the Interrobang Podcast, host Ben Harrietha talks with Fabienne Haller, the coordinator behind the Shine the Light on Women’s Abuse campaign, as well as with fellow reporter Gerard Creces about the CUPE strike.
This week on the Interrobang Podcast, Host Ben Harrietha is joined by Grand Ghosts playwright Trina Davies to discuss the play running at the Grand Theatre this Halloween season. Also on the table, the disappearance of Ambrose Small, the original owner of the Grand Theatre.
This week on the Interrobang Podcast, host Ben Harrietha is joined by Gerard Creces to discuss his election run back in 2015, the state of Canadian politics, and London’s municipal election.
This week on the Interrobang Podcast, newcomer host Ben Harrietha is joined by reporter Kate Otterbein to discuss mental health and how they both managed it during schooling.
On this episode of the Interrobang podcast, host Hannah Theodore chats with Chris Hannah, Academic Advisor in the Institute of Indigenous Learning. Chris was behind many of the events planned during Fanshawe’s Truth and Reconciliation Week. On Orange Shirt Day (Sept. 30), the two explore what still needs to be done to heal the trauma of Canada’s residential schools.
This week on the Interrobang podcast, we’re talking all things sex with Fanshawe’s Sexual Violence Prevention Advisor, Leah Marshall. From the events of Sexual Awareness Week to the weirdest myths about masturbation, we’re getting down and dirty for our annual Sex Episode.
This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Hannah Theodore is joined by reporters Ben Harrietha and Kate Otterbein to fangirl over some of the topics you can find in our latest issue of Interrobang.
This week on the Interrobang podcast, we’re taking a deep dive into the history of Labour Day. Host Hannah Theodore takes you through the origins of this globally recognized holiday, and OPSEU 110 Steward, Darryl Bedford, explains why it has endured for so long.
Have you ever wondered what the best opening line is for making new friends? We might have some answers. This week on the Interrobang podcast, we’re celebrating all things Orientation with FSU President Ismail Aravai. Find out what’s on at this year’s in-person Orientation week, and how the college is preparing for the influx of students on campus.
This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Hannah Theodore is joined by Interrobang’s new full-time multimedia reporter, Ben Harrietha. The two discuss the best of 2000s television, Windsor pizza, and Ben’s journey from Fanshawe student to Interrobang reporter.
This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Hannah Theodore is joined by Fanshawe’s latest addition to the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion team, Troy Townsend. The two discuss Townsend’s extensive background, and her goals for her new position as Fanshawe’s Anti-Racism and Inclusion Specialist.
This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Hannah Theodore is joined by reporter Kate Otterbein to discuss the changes coming to Fanshawe College this September. With increased numbers of students, more in-person classes, and restaurants opening up, it’s looking almost normal…but are we headed in the right direction?
Reporter Rants is back on the Interrobang podcast. Host Hannah Theodore is joined by reporters Kate Otterbein and Zoë King to catch up on everything from the recent Rogers outage, aliens and The O.C.
This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Hannah Theodore catches you up on what’s making headlines this week in London, Ont. First, Interrobang reporter Zoë King stops by to share the saga of the Rock the Park water bottle fiasco. Then, Terri Phipps is on the show to tell us about a new all-woman ride-hailing service coming to London later this summer.
This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Hannah Theodore is joined by the co-founder of Pro-Choice Southwestern Ontario, Robyn Schwarz. Following last week’s Supreme Court decision in the United States, the two discuss abortion access in Canada, how students can get involved and learn more about this issue, and what comes next for reproductive justice advocacy.
This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Hannah Theodore chats with Fanshawe’s registrar, Fiorella Sabadin to learn more about how this week’s graduation events came together. Also, reporters Kate Otterbein and Johan George stop by to share what their recent grad ceremonies were like.
This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Hannah Theodore is once again joined by video reporter Kate Otterbein for an episode of Reporter Rants. The two discuss the Jan. 6 hearings, the end of mask mandates in Ontario, and more.
June is Pride Month so this week on the Interrobang podcast, host Hannah Theodore is joined by Fanshawe’s director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), Joseph Pazzano. The two discuss how Pazzano is using his position to advocate for concrete action, what more can done in the face of an increase in homophobic and transphobic rhetoric, and the importance of genuine allyship.
This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Hannah Theodore chats with the Executive Director of the Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) David Sills, as they relive the derecho storm that touched down in London on May 21. Sills, along with his team at NTP, determined that two tornadoes also touched down that day, one not far from Fanshawe College. What led to this brief but wild bout of weather? And what can it tell us about the future?
Reporter Rants is back on the Interrobang podcast! Host Hannah Theodore catches up with Interrobang video reporter Kate Otterbein about what working in a real newsroom is like, what’s on at Interrobang this week, and what’s still to come.
On Saturday, May 14, Fanshawe College will host its first in-person event in over two years. So, this week on the Interrobang podcast, host Hannah Theodore is sitting down with Fanshawe’s Executive Director of Reputation and Brand Management, Dave Schwartz to give you all the details about what to expect at this weekend’s event. With over 2,000 visitors already registered to attend, it’s time to finally Explore Fanshawe.
The Interrobang podcast is back! May means the start of a new year at the Fanshawe Student Union (FSU). To celebrate, host Hannah Theodore catches up with the new FSU President, Ismail Aravai. The two chat about Aravai’s plans for the future, how he recently celebrated Eid, and more.
Thank you to all those who have been tuning into the Interrobang podcast. Like the saying goes, time flies when you're having fun. For host Amy Simon's last week on the Interrobang podcast, she is joined by editor Hannah Theodore, illustrator and writer Ian Indiano, reporter Jess Gould, and sports reporter Brad Kraemer to reflect on this past year. From first impressions to final thank yous, it's an episode that'll tug on your heartstrings.
As the Forest City Film Festival (FCFF) is calling for submissions, the annual "Forest City 48" competition is gearing up to begin! Challenging teams to write, shoot, and edit a short film under a strict timeline, host Amy Simon is joined with FCFF Founder and Executive Director Dorothy Downs and Fanshawe Advanced Filmmaking professor Carson Haight to talk about this race against the clock. Listen in to find out more!
Time to pick up where we left off in our last episode, 'Art Curious,’ but this time with a very special guest. Host Amy Simon is joined once again by Interrobang illustrator Ian Indiano, and new to the Interrobang podcast, internationally acclaimed visual artist and former Fanshawe professor Gerard Peter Pas, whose art has been exhibited in many of the world's most renowned museums and galleries. From being involved in the 70s punk movement to coming to grips with a physical disability caused by polio, Gerard takes us on a journey through his artistic career.
It's time to go beyond the studio with host Amy Simon and Interrobang illustrator Ian Indiano! From musicians to circus performers, Ian talks about growing up in an artistic family and why he believes art still holds value in today's society. Get ready for a great insight into the creative world of art!
Russian attacks are continuing on Ukrainian soil; but that's not how Russians are seeing it. This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Amy Simon speaks with Russian international student Veronika Ignatova about Russian propaganda and the fake news circling her country's view of the Ukraine invasion. Getting both sides of the story, Veronika also talks about her newfound financial troubles due to Russian sanctions and boycotts, as well as population scrutiny.
On this special episode of the Interrobang podcast, host Amy Simon is joined by Ukrainian Interrobang freelance reporter, Svitlana (Lana) Stryhun. As Russian attacks continue on Ukrainian soil, Lana gives us a deeper insight into the tragedies caused by the relentless bombing, told through the stories of her family and loved ones back home. We thank Lana for opening up on this episode of the Interrobang Podcast.
The Super Bowl is taking over Reporter Rants this week on the Interrobang podcast. Host Amy Simon catches up with Interrobang sports reporter Brad Kreamer to go over the highlights from this year's game! From historical plays to halftime show questions, there's something in it for everyone.
It's time to pick up where we left off here on the Interrobang podcast. Host Amy Simon is joined once again with writer and sexual health educator Lydia Collins. With a focus on HIV prevention in African, Caribbean and Black communities, not to mention decolonial consent education, this episode is all about reflection. While in part one, the two talked about Lydia's personal experiences and her published poetry books, part two focuses on the overall message Lydia wants to give to her audience: "You can't put a condom on racism."
Host Amy Simon is back and joined by a very special guest to kick off Black History Month this week on the Interrobang podcast. Lydia Collins is a writer and sexual health educator with a focus on HIV prevention in African, Caribbean and Black communities, and decolonial consent education. Through Lydia's personal stories and diving into her various self-published poetry books, she discusses the importance of consent and the power behind setting boundaries.
Editor Hannah Theodore is back to host an all-new episode of the Interrobang podcast. Hannah chats with OPSEU 110 president Darryl Bedford about the latest development in the ongoing colleges labour dispute. Hear their full conversation and catch up with all the latest news from Interrobang in this week's podcast.
When the province announced its new approach to COVID-19 testing, Western University student Elliot Hegel worked with Carleton University computer science student Henry Morris to launch rapidreport.ca for people in Ontario to self-report Rapid Antigen Tests. Host Amy Simon talks to Elliot about everything from the inspiration for the website, to the public response from the data collected. All while encouraging students to go after their aspirations and desires now.
Reporter Rants is back to break in the new year! Host Amy Simon sits down with the first two guests of the show, reporters Kate Otterbein and Jess Gould. From comparing their lives to TikToks, becoming rappers, and reporting on a man with a pig's heart, this episode is as chaotic as it sounds. But one you're not going to want to miss.
Welcome back! This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Amy Simon is joined with Fanshawe Student Union (FSU) President Ricardo Souza to talk about some of the changes happening to our campus life. With COVID-19 numbers rising around the province, Souza says it's been a chaotic week here at the FSU. But even though new restrictions are in place, Souza says there are still a lot of events to look forward to in the 2022 Winter Term!
He's up there as a major staple of the Christmas season. With his big red suit and jolly smile, the one and only Santa Claus joins host Amy Simon for the last episode of the Interrobang podcast for 2021. With a long list of questions sent in from elementary students around the London area, Santa is ready to check this list not once, but twice.
As the 2021 Fall Term comes to an end, it's time to look back on what's happened this year. Host Amy Simon sits down with Interrobang Editor Hannah Theodore to reflect on their favourite issues. From the Sex issue to expert advice on gingerbread house construction, they break down what the process is like here at the Interrobang.
You don't have to be "Raised on Country" to know that the 2021 Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) awards just wrapped up here in London. This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Amy Simon is joined once again with Interrobang reporter Kate Otterbein. The two have been tackling all of the events leading up to the CCMAs and are here to share their favourite moments from this past week.
Reporter Rants is back on the Interrobang podcast! Host Amy Simon is joined once again by Interrobang reporter Kate Otterbein as the two go over the news they've covered this week. From attending a live concert to reporting on a $31 million dog house, you're not going to want to miss this week's episode.
The term "detox" can be used in different aspects of our lives, including our personal finances. This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Amy Simon sits down with FSU Finance Coordinator Karen Martinez to talk about the term "financial detoxing." Referencing her article now posted in the Interrobang, if you need help saving money, you don't want to miss this week's episode!
This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Amy Simon sits down with Wendy Sperry, the professor in Fanshawe's school of design program responsible for designing the environmentally sustainable Poppy Project. Joined by other special guests, the theme for this episode is all about the future meeting the past.
This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Amy Simon sits down with Nicole Case from Mission Services of London. With campaigns like Scan Away Hunger, Lewkowitz Financial Challenge, and the Hope Banquet all happening in and around London, Nicole tells us how London is a city that cares.
It's Girl Talk on the Interrobang podcast! This week, for our Halloween special, host Amy Simon is joined again with reporters Kate Otterbein and Jess Gould as the three reflect on some of their favourite to the most basic and overrated Halloween costumes. It's an episode you don't want to miss!
This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Amy Simon introduces a new series called Proof Line, where she will be exploring surprising, local histories in London, Fanshawe, and the surrounding area. The first episode will start off with the rather large story of Jumbo the Elephant, a famous circus animal that truly lived up to his name in size and enjoyed a few glasses of whiskey every now and then. With special guests, St. Thomas city councillor Steve Peters and Railway City Tourism representative Megan Pickersgill, it's an episode you don't wanna miss and like an elephant, you're sure to never forget!
Reporter Rants is back for this week's episode of the Interrobang podcast! Amy Simon sits down with Western Gazette coordinating editor Hope Mahood as the two describe what it's like being a reporter in this fast-paced world. It's an episode you don't want to miss!
This week on the Interrobang Podcast we focus on maintaining a positive mental health. Host Amy Simon sits down with fellow reporter and Fanshawe campus peer support mentor Savi Bisaillon to find ways of managing the common stressors of college life. The two also spark an important conversation about the stigmatization around seeking help when it comes to addressing our mental health as Bisaillon shares her own personal experiences.
This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Amy Simon introduces a new series called Reporter Rants. Joined by fellow Interrobang reporters Jess Gould and Kate Otterbien, the three sit down and talk about what it's like covering tragic events and how they find the time and ability to cope with the chaos.
This week on the Interrobang Podcast is all about sex. As a companion podcast to our special sex issue, Hannah Theodore and Leah Marshall chat about upcoming events during Fanshawe's Sexual Awareness Week. However, the recent reports of sexual violence at Western University spark an important conversation about why people like Marshall's efforts to destigmatize sex in our society are so important.
The Interrobang podcast is back for a special Orientation episode. Host Hannah Theodore catches up with FSU President, Ricardo Souza. Ricardo shares what he's most looking forward to this year, and how recent instances of racism and Islamophobia are informing his leadership.
This week on the Interrobang podcast, host Hannah Theodore is joined by Maria Matheus, a second-year nursing student going for the crown in Miss World Canada 2021. The two chat about Matheus' biggest inspirations, the relevance of pageants and how she's feeling as she heads into the finals.
The Interrobang Roundtable is back, back, back again! Hannah Theodore catches up with reporters Aisha Javaid and Savannah Bisaillon about the news of the week. From COVID vaccines to Britney Spears, this is one conversation you won't want to miss.
On this week's episode of the Interrobang podcast, host Hannah Theodore chats with TITIKA Challenge finalist and fashion design student, Erica Batten. The two get candid about the difficulties of raising a child in today's political climate, and how Batten's globally recognized design was inspired by her daughter.
Over the past year, nutritionist Karri Wilson has seen her student clientele increase exponentially. Host Hannah Theodore chats with Wilson about body anxiety coming out of quarantine, and how students can combat it.
The Interrobang Roundtable is back! Interrobang editor Hannah Theodore and reporter Aisha Javaid discuss some of Interrobang's top stories of the week, from climate anxiety to vaccine hesitancy.
This week we're talking climate change on the Interrobang Podcast. As temperatures soared in B.C. last week, and wild storms moved over southern Ontario, scientists are once again signalling the need to build climate resilient communities. Our guest, Professor Gordon McBean, has worked for decades to develop policies based on climate science. He chats with Hannah Theodore about the need for climate action now.
This week's podcast is all in the family. Host Hannah Theodore catches up with Interrobang reporters, Savannah Bisaillon and Aisha Javaid. They discuss the summer so far, their hopes for the future, and what it's been like to cover difficult stories.
The final episode in our Pride Podcast Series is here! We're closing out the series with a conversation about the art of drag. Host Hannah Theodore chats with local drag queen Phoenix Black about the Rupaul effect, how she found her drag persona and what advice she would offer to young people looking to pursue drag. Listen on our website, Google Play, Apple Music and Spotify.
In episode three of our Pride Podcast series, host Hannah Theodore chats with the former vice-president of Pride London, Amanda Pearson. Amanda was the first transgender person to ever serve in the role. In this episode, she shares her experience of transitioning later in life, and what she struggled most with as a board member with Pride.
In the second episode of our Pride Podcast Series, host Hannah Theodore sits down with the president of Spectrum Fanshawe, Nicholas Veal. Find out how the club has been navigating the pandemic, and what Nicholas has planned during his time as president.
Episode one in our Pride Podcast Series features a conversation with the current president of Pride London, Stephen D’Amelio. Host Hannah Theodore and Stephen discuss police at Pride, race, and all the fun you can expect at Pride Fest this year.
How do students benefit from collegiate publications? What can we do to keep students informed on what really matters? Hannah Theodore chats with Western Gazette Editor, Liam Afonso about the importance of student journalism, and the future of the partnership between the Gazette and the Interrobang.
In this episode, former Interrobang Editor, Angela McInnes passes on the reins to Hannah Theodore. They discuss the past three years, the future of Interrobang and journalism in the Forest City.
Listen as Interrobang editor Angela McInnes and multimedia reporter Ilhan Aden discuss the week's news in this year’s final episode of the Interrobang Newsroom. In today's episode they discuss the new lockdown restrictions, a seemingly innocuous protest on the local rail line, Huron’s possible exit from Western University and more!
Listen as editor Angela McInnes and multimedia reporter Ilhan Aden attempt to make more sense of the nonsense. In today's episode, they discuss the high rate of commercial vacancies in downtown London, Canada’s response to COVID, and Western University's symbiotic relationship with London.
In this special edition of the Interrobang Podcast, listen as Fanshawe alumni, Alex Emrich, and artist/student Asante Deluy, discuss the ebbs and flows of the music industry with reporter Ilhan Aden.
In this episode of The Wrap Up, Sarah Wallace of the Western Gazette and Ilhan Aden of Interrobang express their qualms about student politics.
Join Angela and Ilhan as they tackle the idea of celebrity in 2021. Listen as they discuss the Free Britney movement, the downfall of the countercultural king Marilyn Manson, Ilhan's distaste for Justin Timberlake and much more!
Is ignorance bliss? Ilhan and Angela in the Interrobang Newsroom as they hash out their thoughts while discussing Marjorie Taylor Greene, Facebook vs Apple and the Myanmar coup.
In this week's Interrobang Newsroom Podcast, editor Angela McInnes joins multimedia reporter Ilhan Aden to discuss the Proud Boys, vacationing politicians, and what it means to be a movement journalist
Join Sarah and Ilhan as they stumble through a mishmash of hot topics including the new lockdown measures, your appearance over Zoom, and the potential censorship of rap music.
Side note: The host's name from Ilhan's conspiracy podcast Brainwashed is Michelle Shephard! (This episode was recorded January 14)
Happy New Year Falcons! Join Ilhan, Sarah and Omar as they gear up for a new school term. A "part two" of this episode is coming soon!
Listen as Sarah Wallace and Ilhan Aden work through what's left of their brains at the end of a long term. In this Interrobang podcast episode, they discuss mandatory vaccinations on top of their usual school woes.
If you miss conversation, this is the episode for you. Join Interrobang reporters Ilhan Aden and Hannah Theodore as they talk their way through a variety of topics ranging from professional usage of social media to how they deal with criticism.
Should Canada have a Universal Basic Income? Interrobang reporter Hannah Theodore sits down with Fanshawe Student Union Finance Coordinator Anuar Issa to discuss his thoughts on the topic.
Adapting classes to an online format hasn’t been easy for both students and instructors. In this episode, Interrobang’s multimedia reporter Ilhan Aden has a Creative Conversation with two peers from the broadcasting-television and film production program to hash out how they believe Fanshawe can do better.
Interrobang's Ilhan Aden and Western Gazette's Sarah Wallace reflect on last week's anti-mask rally in Aylmer, Ont., as well as the results of the U.S. election. Seven more weeks of 2020 to go, folks.
llhan Aden speaks with Loren Carriere, a professor in Fanshawe’s fashion design program and director of collaborative student film Unbound Revival. Exploring over-consumption in the fashion industry, Unbound Revival was awarded for Best Student Film at the 2020 Canadian International Fashion Film Festival (CANIFF). The film is available to stream at caniff.com. Click on ‘watch awards ceremony’ and scroll through to timestamp 25:28.
How has COVID-19 changed the world for students? What kind of a world will they graduate into? In this week’s Interrobang podcast, reporter Ilhan Aden sits down with Interrobang sports and news reporter Skylar McCarthy to discuss what the future may hold.
What kind of a world do we live in? What’s going to happen next? Can naked celebrities save democracy? Find out the answers to these burning questions and more in the latest podcast with Interrobang’s Ilhan Aden and The Gazette’s Sarah Wallace. Want to share your postsecondary pandemic story with our Fanshawe/Western hosts? Shoot them a message on Twitter via @interrobang_fsu or @sarahkwallace7.
In this week's podcast, Interrobang’s multimedia reporter Ilhan Aden checks in with Leah Marshall, Fanshawe’s Sexual Violence Prevention Advisor. The two discuss how Marshall's job has been impacted by COVID-19, and why sexual violence remains an important issue to highlight across Canada’s colleges and universities.
Ilhan Aden (multimedia reporter for Interrobang) and Sarah Wallace (culture editor of the Gazette) are students from Fanshawe College and Western University who just want to have a good conversation with a fellow human being between virtual classes. Listen to them discuss all things from Western’s response to student partying to coping with caution fatigue, and more, in Interrobang’s first podcast episode of the fall 2020 term.
When Western University alumna Vanessa Patterson saw an Instagram account call out racism in Harvard Law, and then another one doing the same for Queen’s University Business School, she realized the issue of racism on campus applied to her own alma mater. She created the account @UWOMinorityStory to give students past and present an opportunity to tell their own stories of being visible minorities at Western. Interrobang editor Angela McInnes spoke to Vanessa about the submissions that have come in so far, as well as her own experiences while attending the London, Ontario university.
It’s been a few months since we touched base with some of Interrobang’s student reporters. In this episode of the Interrobang podcast, editor Angela McInnes catches up with Skylar McCarthy and Hannah Theodore, who before the time of COVID wrote for the paper while studying broadcast journalism at Fanshawe.
Sierra Jamieson is an optimistic young Indigenous woman about to enter her second year of police foundations at Fanshawe. Interrobang editor Angela McInnes spoke to Jamieson about her career ambition, and why she wants to overcome the obstacles surrounding it.
How can we safely enjoy ourselves in the Summer of Covid-19? This week's podcast episode features an interview with Nikki Ross, Fanshawe's Acting Manager of Personal Counselling, to find out how.
Grand Chief Joel Abram spoke with Interrobang about why now is the time for Canadians to acknowledge their country's own history of racism.
Abram is from the Oneida Nation of the Thames Settlement. He is currently Grand Chief of the Association of Iroquois and Allied Indians.
Interrobang reporter Angela McInnes interviews educational speaker Leroy Hibbert to discuss racism in Canada.
Darlene O'Neill, Director Of Employment and Student Entreprenurial Services at Fanshawe College discusses services available to Fanshawe students and graduates, whether they are interested in finding a job or starting their own business.
Tom Davis, professor at the Donald J. Smith School of Building Technology at Fanshawe College discusses the environmental impacts of COVID-19.
Mary Pierce, the Dean of Business, Information Technology and Part-time Studies at Fanshawe College discusses the transition to online learning for faculty and students and how Fanshawe is leading the way in that tech and helping out other institutions. Pierce also touches on the potential long term impacts of innovations we're seeing now.
Jordan Macdonald, a Fanshawe College alumnus and member of the band Texas King discusses the formation of his band with fellow Music Industry Arts alumni, how the current COVID-19 pandemic has affected the group's plans and some of the online shows he will be taking part in, like the one on April 9 at 3 p.m. on the Fanshawe Student Union's Instagram story.
FSU President Keren Nanneti discusses some of the initiatives that the Fanshawe Student Union are running during the campus closures as a result of COVID-19 and also what her daily life as a student is like during this time.
In this episode, Interrobang sits down with Katyayini Thakur to hear why she is running to be the next president of the Fanshawe Student Union (FSU). Hailing from India, the physician and current health systems management student aspires to one day open her own medical practice in Canada. But first, Thakur says she wants to make a difference on Fanshawe’s campus.
Blue Monday is supposedly the “most depressing day of the year” according to psychologist Dr. Cliff Arnall, who calculated the day using factors such as time since Christmas, weather and motivation. While the science behind the formula has been debunked, Blue Monday is used by travel agencies as a prompt to sell travellers on vacations, and more recently as an opportunity for advocates to raise awareness of mental health issues and seasonal blues.