The Kingstonian Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Kingston native, Doug McClement, began recording other musicians back in the late 60’s.  After some 4,000 recordings, Doug’s focus these days is more on sound for TV and film.  He has also worked on sound for the medal ceremonies at each of the Olympic Games since Sochi.  For almost 30 years, he has been an instructor at the Harris Institute, teaching the next generation of sound...

Send us Fan Mail Doug McClement is a highly respected sound engineer, who also happens to be a great storyteller.  Born and raised in Kingston, he started his career by playing in local bands but soon discovered recording music was a better fit than playing it.  In Part 1 of our conversation, we trace his career from the early days recording others in the coffee houses in Kingston to doing the sam...

Send us Fan Mail Teachers have always played a big role in our lives and many of us can remember one or two who made a big impact.  But why teach?  What does a teacher like about the job?  What have been the challenges during the pandemic?  Our guest in this episode is a teacher and her name is […] Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram, ...

Send us Fan Mail This episode features a conversation with LISA OSANIC, the city councillor representing Collins-Bayridge.  What motivated her to take on a part-time job like this, almost 15 years ago?  What’s it like being a part of government during the pandemic?  Those answers and more.  Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Th...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with KAREN CROSS, the CEO of the Greater Kingston Chamber of Commerce.  Karen had barely moved into the new office before the pandemic hit.  Supporting the Chamber’s members has required flexibility and ingenuity.  We’ll talk about that and how she came to the Chamber.  Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linked...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with TEAGAN McLAREN, a young woman very passionate about the songs she creates.  She grew up in a very musical family, listening to her parents perform their own songs.  Starting with a pair of maracas, at age 8, creating tunes about tree forts, moving up to the present day, […] Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Faceboo...

Send us Fan Mail This episode features a conversation with ROB WOOD. For years, he has worked with businesses, institutions, and non-profits in Kingston, “helping people think together to develop strategic plans”. Not the easiest thing to do! Find out how he got into this line of work – and became successful at it.  Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Link...

Send us Fan Mail You know the place – Brian’s Record Option.  It has been a fixture on Princess Street for over 40 years, buying and selling records, CD’s and posters.  With the start of the pandemic, our guest has become a storyteller, sharing his experiences with his many Facebook friends.  This is our conversation with BRIAN LIPSIN.  Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow...

Send us Fan Mail He is one of those entertainers that we just can’t get enough of.  He takes the stage, accompanied by his banjo, sings a song and tells a joke  – and he has been doing that here for over 40 years.   This is our conversation with ROGER JAMES. Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments & sugges...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we profile the Musical Director of the Kingston Symphony, Evan Mitchell.  In spite of the inability to conduct live performances, Evan and the Orchestra have been able to keep the music flowing with virtual events.  This is our conversation with EVAN MITCHELL.  Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  &amp...

Send us Fan Mail ROB WATKINS of WATKINS HARP is back in conversation with Dave Cunningham – new collection on Revolver Records (called “Tuesday Morning”); airplay in Europe and across the U.S.; having fun making music; and, oh yes, there’s “Watkinsville”!   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments & suggest...

Send us Fan Mail Our guest in this episode is a musician who has been plying his craft for some three decades.  He has been performing as a solo artist and playing in bands; and, with the pandemic keeping us inside, he has turned his attention to creating music and videos in his home studio.  Dave chats with JOHN […] Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Lin...

Send us Fan Mail JOHN GERRETSEN is the focus of this conversation. He’ll talk with Dave Cunningham about his bout with the coronavirus last March and help us understand some of the challenges faced by our political leaders in dealing with this pandemic.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments & suggestio...

Send us Fan Mail BILL FITSELL passed away in December.  He was 97.  Bill was a consummate newspaper man whose “People” column was required reading for many Kingstonians; but it was his passion for the history of hockey that impressed many, not only in the City but around the world.  MARK POTTER helps us profile his long-time friend and […] Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Fol...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with LARRY STAFFORD.  Not many can speak to the history of music in Kingston like Larry.  He has played in bands since elementary school, managed sound for bands for decades and manages the incredible Facebook page, ‘Kingston – History of Bands’.  Larry was on the show three years ago, […] Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us...

Send us Fan Mail We continue our mini-series featuring “Women Covering Local News”.  This episode features a conversation with ALEX FERNANDES, a fourth-year student at Queen’s, who coordinates local news coverage for the oldest campus/community radio station in the world.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comme...

Send us Fan Mail In this latest episode, Dave Cunningham chats with Arthur Milnes, the Kingston historian who focuses on Canadian Prime Ministers, and, was also a good friend of the late John Turner.  We cover a lot of territory – Turner’s political legacy; riding around town in the red convertible; planting a tree in Art’s backyard; and where […] Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesw...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we feature another in our series, “Women Covering the News”.  Dave Cunningham is in conversation with Shauna Cunningham (no relation).  Shauna is a co-anchor with Global News Kingston (CKWS-TV) and we focus on her passion for covering local stories that connect with her viewers.     Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Link...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Season #4!  This year, the show will be a podcast, only.  Details on episodes will be posted on our Facebook page.  We also have new theme music – a tune called “Stasis Oasis” composed and performed by Kingston musician, Tim Aylesworth. To get started, we focus on ‘women covering local news’, using different […] Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Fol...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our guest on THE KINGSTONIAN will be ROBERT KILEY, Councillor for Trillium District. Why run for a seat around the “Horseshoe”? What role do he and the rest of City Council play during this pandemic? Get the answers right here!  Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments & su...

Send us Fan Mail ARTHUR MILNES is back with stories about his interactions with former Prime Ministers, a past U.S. President, and an assortment of trees in his backyard.   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 101.3...

Send us Fan Mail Political leaders need to be able to communicate effectively. What’s the message? Who is the audience? Who writes the speech? On this edition of THE KINGSTONIAN, we’ll get some answers . . . & examples … from a man passionate about political speeches. Our guest, historian, media consultant … and speechwriter, ARTHUR MILNES Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth...

Send us Fan Mail The volunteers with LIONHEARTS INC. have jumped in to fill a void – providing good, nutritious, take-away meals for the citizens of the city, disadvantaged by the impact of COVID-19. Our guest in this episode is the group’s founder and executive director, TRAVIS BLACKMORE   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Th...

Send us Fan Mail In this “House to House” version of the program, a conversation with JOHN RYCE, one of three vice-chairs of the 2020 Tim Horton’s Brier held here in Kingston. We talk about his passion for curling and bringing a national competition to the City.   Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” ,  by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram,  & Threads  Send comments &...

Send us Fan Mail What do The River Mill, Clark’s by the Bay, Clark’s on King, Aqua Terra and The Bayview Farm Restaurant have in common? CLARK DAY – and he is our guest in this episode of 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   Episodes...