The Signal

It's gardening day on the show and Josh Elyk from the MUN Botanical Garden stops by with tips and to have a chat about transplanting techniques for this time of year.

A climate expedition is currently sailing in the north and today, we speak with folks on board. The crew of educators and students are there to witness the impacts of our changing climate. We talk stories from the expedition, the science behind it, climate action and circle back to what it means to N.L.

The Royal Canadian Legion is celebrating its centenary, 100 years of supporting veterans. To mark the occasion, The Signal took the show on the road to Spaniard's Bay to meet folks at Branch 9. 

It's probably not news to you that Emergency Departments across are overcrowded and under severe strain. Today on the show we unpack what's causing this with a look at geriatric and long-term care. We also talk about solutions for 'system-wide failures.' 

Today’s episode is deep-dive explainer on the Innu Nation and N.L. government dispute. We explain how the situation started, why the two at odds over how far back the Innu were in Labrador, and what might really be at the heart of the dispute. 

As we enter mid-July, we chat gardening with Dan Rubin, author of 'Sun, Seed & Soil: Tips and Techniques for a Northern Garden'

Today on the show we are focusing on the challenges and supports for youth in N.L.. From children and their parents to young adults navigating cost of living during the summer months. 

Today on the show we talk about a new report out that looks at the value of public services for folks in this province and calls for more investment. We break it all down for you and ask how more spending is possible in this economy.

Today on the show we talk about wildfires -- everything from what's happening with fires in Labrador, to a check-in on rebuilding efforts in Conception Bay North and how climate change is impacting the fire season right across the country. 

The musical Come From Away is in full swing in Gander and a trio from the cast are on the show today. We talk about why this story resonates so much with folks, the evolving relationship between Canada and the United States, and the upcoming 25th anniversary of 9/11. 

It's early July and Tim Walsh, Nursery Manager at Memorial University's Botanical Garden, is here to answer all questions plants. We also talk Japanese beetles.

For 2026 Pride Parade in St. John’s, the theme is ‘Queer joy as an act of protest.’ Today’s panel will talk about what it means to find joy, embrace it, celebrate it with others and hold on to it in times of rising hate towards queer existence. 

Today on the show we take a break from the headlines for some summer trivia fun. John Gushue stops by to quiz listeners. 

Today on the show we ask what's it like being on the team negotiating a new Churchill Falls deal? And speaking about that potential deal, what would be winning contitions for this province? Our guest is  Ron Penney, former deputy minister of justice for N.L., a member of the province’s negotiating team for the Atlantic Accord and a fierce critic of Muskrat Falls. 

It is gardening day, and Michael Murray joined us in studio to answer all your grow questions

Europe is boiling, a shaky ceasefire between Iran and the US, a push for newables and questions around the future of oil. What's the outlook for this province and are we ready if royalties plummet? 

Ochre fest is a time when local book writers and book lovers get together. Its an annual event that has been going on for 14 years at Ochre Pit Cove. But alongside the celebration there is some sadness over the grim reality after last year’s wildfire aftermath. On today's show we talk about all of that. 

 If you find yourself asking 'How can I protect my children from online harms?' Today's show is for you. We put it together following recent warnings about the extremist network 764, classified by the Canadian government as a terrorist entity. It targets, victimizes and recruits children. So today we talk about that, other online harms and what resources are available for parents. 

Seafarers, the folks who spend several months at sea and a big cog in global trade. We have a panel to talk about why ports with supports waiting for them on land is crucial, the risks seafarers face and N.L.’s history of supporting them. A conversation in the heels of International Day of the Seafarer.

It's been a slow gardening start for parts of Newfoundland and Labrador's grow season. On today's gardening show, Todd Boland and Mark Bowering offer tips and tricks to combat the cold weather.

The capelin are rolling and we have cod on the brain. Today on the show we talk quotas, conservation and the commercial fishery.

National Indigenous People's Day is Sunday. It's a day to recognize and celebrate the traditions, cultures and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. And that is the theme for today's show. 

We play you two episodes from the podcast This is Newfoundland and Labrador. How three communities in rural N.L. are rethinking public transit, then we revisit the trial of Dean Penney, who was convicted of murdering Jennifer Hillier-Penney, his estranged wife. We breakdown what led to his verdict.  

Today on the show we are talking to community members and advocates about men's mental health. They'll discuss breaking down stigma, supports for men and their families, and challenges of addressing mental health in the agriculture industry. 

Today on the show we talk about mid-June gardening and what to know as Father's Day approaches and hopefully the frost warnings are behind us.