The Kingstonian Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we speak with DAREN DOUGALL, Chair of the United Way of Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington, about his long-term interest in the City’s Youth Diversion Program, and the major contribution the United Way has made to the “One Roof” program Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send c...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we focus on the Battle for Hill 70 – one of the lesser-known conflicts from WWI. Our guest led a team to bring a monument to that hill in France, and still has a passion for ensuring all Canadians understand its significance. This is our conversation with MARK HUTCHINGS.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Inst...

Send us Fan Mail Our guest has been playing since high school. These days, he is a a musician passionate about writing, performing and helping the next generation of musicians find their instrument at The Joe Chithalen Musical Instrument Lending Library. In this episode of THE KINGSTONIAN, a conversation with TIM AYLESWORTH. Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Faceb...

Send us Fan Mail Climbing the silks, performing on the hoops, our guest has a passion for performing and teaching circus arts to bodies of all shapes, sizes, ages and situations. In this episode, Dave Cunningham sits down with ERIN BALL   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments & suggestions to   thekingst...

Send us Fan Mail The Kingston Family Y is now the YMCA of Eastern Ontario. A ‘coming together’ happened last year and that has opened up so much more potential. Listen in to our conversation with ROB ADAMS, the CEO.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments & suggestions to   thekingstonianpodcast@gmail.co...

Send us Fan Mail In a community such as ours, fraternal organizations and service clubs play a big role in helping fill the gap for some of our citizens. One such group is the International Order of Odd Fellows and Rebekah’s. Our guest in this episode began his association with the Kingston Lodge and currently also serves as the […] Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us...

Send us Fan Mail With almost 30 years in front of the camera, and 3,000 interviews under his belt, BILL WELYCHKA joins host, Dave Cunningham, for a conversation about his passion for interviewing others.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments & suggestions to   thekingstonianpodcast@gmail.com   Episodes...

Send us Fan Mail Contemplating a vacation sometime soon? Here’s a suggestion. Join us for a conversation with LORI SWEET (https://voyagewriters.com).  After 30 years of teaching in Kingston, she now focuses on her passion for travelling. THE KINGSTONIAN with Dave Cunningham.  Join us!   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Thread...

Send us Fan Mail NANCY WATSON has been a part of The Greater Kingston Chorus (formerly the Sweet Adelines) for over 40 years. Singing continues to be her passion. Dave Cunningham talks with Nancy about this passion, and the plans the Chorus has for their big 60th Anniversary in 2020.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads...

Send us Fan Mail Our guest in this episode is the President of the Pakistan Canada Association of Kingston. He is a man passionate about his culture, and finding ways to incorporate his and other cultures into the fabric that is Canada. Dave Cunningham is in conversation with Zermaan Khan.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & T...

Send us Fan Mail For 44 years, all in Kingston, covering local sports has been his #1 priority. For the first half of his career, radio was his home; for the second half, it has been the sports desk at Global News Kingston. Our guest in this episode is DOUG JEFFRIES.     Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments...

Send us Fan Mail And you thought juggling was just for Buskers and performers in Cirque de Soleil? There are Jugglers Clubs all over, including here in Kingston! GREG PHILLIPS of the Queens & Kingston Jugglers’ Clubs is our guest on this episode of the THE KINGSTONIAN   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comme...

Send us Fan Mail Climate Change was a major issue in this past federal election campaign. Our guest in this episode is Kate MacKenzie – a young lady who is passionate about doing her part to take action on protecting the environment.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments & suggestions to   thekingstoni...

Send us Fan Mail Darryl began playing in a pipe band in Singapore when he was 12. Now living in Ottawa, and some 25 years later, he continues to be passionate about pipe bands. When Kingston’s Rob Roy Pipe Band went to New York to participate in the Tartan Day Parade, the Band invited Darryl to join them as […] Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin,...

Send us Fan Mail In April of 2019, the Band travelled to New York City to participate in the “Tartan Day” Parade.  In addition to the Parade itself, the group entertained New Yorkers with traditional tunes in two other locations while they were there.  Dave Cunningham recorded the performances and conducted the conversations with two members of the Rob Roy community – Leslie May-Stewart and James...

Send us Fan Mail Our guest in this episode is MIKE BELL, C.E.O. of Kingston Community Health Centres. We talk about the full range of services offered, under one roof, at their facility in the north end. Physicians, dentists, therapists; Programs such as ‘Early On’ or ‘Pathways to Education’; and more – all administered from one location.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Fo...

Send us Fan Mail ANTJE McNEELY is the first woman appointed Chief of the Kingston Police Force since its inception in 1841. In this episode, our conversation focuses on her 33-year history with the KPF and the partnerships she and her team are forging in the community.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments...

Send us Fan Mail PAUL OLMSTEAD is the lead singer and bass player for REWIND. He sits down for a conversation about the band, its history and the fun they have playing all those great songs at different clubs around Kingston.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments & suggestions to   thekingstonianpodcas...

Send us Fan Mail ALFRED BADER was an important contributor to the growth of Queen’s University but there are likely many in the City who may not know his story. To help us with that, we chat with DANIEL WOOLF, Principal & Vice-Chancellor of Queen’s   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments & suggestion...

Send us Fan Mail Another in our profiles of some of the women in town who love to create their own music, and share it with us. CHANTAL THOMPSON sits down for a conversation with Dave Cunningham on THE KINGSTONIAN.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments & suggestions to   thekingstonianpodcast@gmail.com...

Send us Fan Mail Whenever you hear the name, you think of someone who is always promoting the City. VINNIE REBELO has spent most of his life in the hospitality industry. These days, he helps promote and manage the Kingston Pen Tours. This episode was recorded inside the historic institution.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  &...

Send us Fan Mail A conversation with VANESSA HEAD, a lady with a passion for singing – all styles – with a band or as part of a duo. She also shares a Prince song, accompanied by her “Head over Heels” partner, Kevin Head.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments & suggestions to   thekingstonianpodcast@gm...

Send us Fan Mail Turning the tables on the host of Cogeco’s ” Community Voices “… Local restaurateur, JIMMY HASSAN joins Dave Cunningham for a conversation about his journey from Pakistan to Canada, and why he believes so strongly in bringing people together!   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments & sug...

Send us Fan Mail Peter Watts grew up in Kingston and started his broadcast career at CFRC. Among his accomplishments, he was one of the first six on-air reporters hired by TSN. Peter passed away in January and in this episode we reminisce with his brother, Paul, about his career and his influence on those he worked with.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Faceboo...

Send us Fan Mail This episode features a conversation Dave Cunningham had with the President & CEO of St. Lawrence College, Glenn Vollebregt.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments & suggestions to   thekingstonianpodcast@gmail.com   Episodes also air weekly on CJAI at 101.3fm (Tue. at 4pm)