Almost 107

Hosts Emily Kim and Finn Dermo explore how different foods reach overseas markets. Food scientist Karen Cardona speaks to how businesses develop a food product. Professor Garrett Gaudet explains how he teaches budding entrepreneurs to grow a respected brand.

For nearly 50 years, 106.9 The X has been a hands-on training ground for Fanshawe College students in broadcasting and journalism. As the station enters its final academic term, this episode looks inside the final months of 106.9 and examines why it is coming to an end, the role it played in student training, and what the future may hold for broadcast learning at Fanshawe. Featuring interviews wit...

In this episode, hosts Emily Kim and Hayden King explore the theatre industry in London, Ont., speaking to the executive director of The Grand Theatre and the director of culture and entertainment tourism at Tourism London to get their insight.

This episode of ALMOST 107 covers skateboarding culture and how it encourages self-expression. Hosts Laura Carlit and Finn Dermo explore a club for LGBTQ+ people and women to try out the sport. Co-founder BoWaine Ma discusses the impact of Siren Section Skate and Surf. London Skateboarding Cooperative’s Jimmy Travis also chimes in to talk about skateboard infrastructure.

Misinformation about Islam spreads quickly online, and the impact it has real-world implications. I speak with London Muslim Mosque Senior Imam Mohamed Al Jammali about common misconceptions regarding Islam and how Muslims in the community are affected. This episode also explores why dialogue and direct connection matter.

People don’t really know why or when people started to dance, some theories suggest that it could have been one of the first ways humans communicated with each other, or it could have started as a celebration ritual. We’ll never know why we started dancing in the first place but we can ask why people continue to dance! Joshua Chen sat down with Michelle Corredor, a dancer for BRDRless studios to t...

Is the future of entertainment going back to the roots buying physical rather than digital?

In this episode of Almost 107, we explore the growing world of thrifting why it’s becoming so popular, how it helps the environment, and what really happens to donated clothes. Joined by fashion designer Cameron Lang, we break down the basics in simple, real-life terms: how to spot good-quality items, why older clothes can last longer, and how thrifting reduces waste while supporting local communi...

In this episode of Almost 107, our host Naomi covers grieving the death of a loved one during the “most wonderful time of the year". They speak to a local author who lost both her parents, and a Master’s student with both professional and academic grief experience to learn more about how someone can survive a blue Christmas.

In this episode, host Margaret Laver explores the role public libraries play in Canadian communities today. It features conversations with London Public Library CEO Michael Ciccone and Hamilton library users Rich and Anne. Through their experiences, the episode explores how libraries support residents through free resources, technology, community programs, and welcoming public spaces for people of...

In this episode of Almost 107, our host Naomi covers queer fashion and what it means to stand out from gender norms in Western society. They speak to a professor from Western University, a local Fashion Designer, and Master's Student in Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies to learn more about how the rules of fashion are being broken and the history that has impacted modern fashion trends.

In this episode of Almost 107, host Daniel Monroy explores the emotional and often challenging journey of South American youth immigrating to Canada through the personal story of Tomás, a 21-year-old Colombian who has lived in Canada for nearly six years. Tomás opens up about his life in Colombia, growing up in a humble neighborhood, attending a makeshift school, and watching his family struggle w...

In this episode of Almost 107, Fanshawe College journalism student Daniel Monroy investigates a question circulating across headlines, forums, and feeds: Is sneaker culture actually dying? Daniel traces the evolution of sneakers from the 1800s invention of vulcanized rubber to the rise of Nike, Adidas, Air Jordans, and the Yeezy era. He breaks down how drop culture, scarcity marketing, celebrity c...

XFM's Jayden Davis talks with Fanshawe film professor John Plantus about Star Wars, it's community and what makes it special. Fanshawe's Advanced Filmmaking Program Coordinator talks about the creator perspective when making movies.

League of Legends has continually been one of the worlds biggest video games and esports titles for close to a decade now. Over the years League of Legends has gone through multiple ups and downs, which include major sports teams like the Golden State Warriors investing in a pro league team, crypto sponsorships, and the hit show Arcane. Over the games lifespan, North America has yet to win a World...

XFM's Jayden Davis got a chance to talk to Brent Jackson, lead singer and songwriter for "The Sunshine Makers", as well as Sam Allen, the lead singer and songwriter for "Run Coyote". In this episode we discuss the music scene in London, and how community and support affect the art.

Take a look into the world of London's local drag scene featuring performers such as Double D Lilah and God Forbid

This episode of Almost 107 breaks down how to get into Dungeons & Dragons without the confusion or intimidation. Host Margaret Laver speaks with two guests: Ewan Dekker, a young Dungeon Master who’s been running games for nearly half his life, and Morgan Corvidae, a long-time player and DM with over 14 years of tabletop roleplaying experience. They explain what D&D really is, how to find a group,...

As the music industry remains a boys' club, host Lexi Saldana explores the barriers and struggles women in the industry face--from being overlooked in creative roles to fighting for respect and recognition. Featuring lead singer Konejo Girum of Lua Sol and singer-songwriter and Fanshawe College Music Industry Arts alumni Meaghan Bender, this episode highlights the voices pushing for equality, owne...

Join host Melissa Ghanoum as she talks with 20-year-old Dalan Frook, who shares how his first love shaped him long after it ended, and Jennifer Slay, a life coach and counselor who explains why we never truly forget our first love and how heartbreak can lead to healing. It’s a heartfelt look at the kind of love that changes us, stays with us, and teaches us who we are.

This episode analyzes the abundance of slang used by generation alpha (those born starting in the early 2010s). With the great amount of slang, it feels like they are talking another language. We will talk with Professor Richard Moll from the University of Western Ontario to talk about how English has evolved. With that Information we can then investigate and decipher if the English language is ch...

In this episode, we will take a deeper dive into whether human civilization will ever exist on Mars. We will be talking to students from Fanshawe College and Dr. Catherine Neish, who is a Western University professor and NASA researcher. With these insights, we will learn if civilization on Mars is truly possible or if the planet will remain forever uninhabited.

In this episode, we will talk about how technology has lead to a decline in traditional reading. Carmi Levy, Emma Duerden and others will contribute to this story.

COVID-19 was a very weird time all around. With concerns of the pandemic shutting down the world, kids and adults alike logged on via the digital world in order to work or learn, but did the shutdowns enhance technology in schools? What are the benefits and challenges of eLearning, and would students rather use Google Classroom or D2L? Join Ede Brecevic as he speaks with experts and Fanshawe stude...