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Civically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina CherneskeyChecking in with Councillor David Kirton, Saskatoon City Councillor (Behind the Kirton with Councillor David Kirton) on Civically SpeakingSend us a textDear Listeners,In this episode of Civically Speaking, Councillor David Kirton, of Ward 3 with the City of Saskatoon (located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan), joins the show from Lenore's backyard. Councillor Kirton (David) reflects authentically on his time so far on City Council - as he finishes his third year of his first four year term. We go deep into a key issue that has been impacting the ward he represents - homelessness - and some recent actions he has taken to bring about some critical actions. We also touch on so...2023-05-1756 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.05.10 Civically Speaking Behind the Kirton at Saskatoon's City Hall - A focus on Ward 1 with Councillor Darren HillSend us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning into Civically Speaking. This week we start Season 2 with Behind the Kirton with Councillor David Kirton. During this season, we go around the city meeting each of the Ward Councillors. In this inaugural episode, Councillor Kirton chats with Councillor Darren Hill, who represents Ward 1 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.Have a listen. Share with others. Civically speaking,LenoreCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues. 2022-05-1128 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2021-12-28 Civically Speaking - Special Behind the Kirton Edition with Councillor David Kirton at Saskatoon's City Hall together with Reporter, Phil TankSend us a textDear Listeners,Welcome to the final show of 2021 that culminates in an episode of "Behind the Kirton at Saskatoon's City Hall with Councillor David Kirton" together with Journalist, Phil Tank.In this episode we reflect on some of the key civic highlights and issues of 2021. Please have a listen this discussion that took place in person. The last time I did such an interview in person was in the 'Before Times" of Covid19 in March 2020! And it was in a glorious setting inside an historic building in the library o...2021-12-2929 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2021-11-09 Civically Speaking - Behind the Kirton at YXE Hall with Councillor David Kirton - the Nov Ed. An interview with Priscilla Johnstone, ED, SHIPSend us a textDear Listeners, Please find here the podcast version of this month's 'Behind the Kirton at Saskatoon's City Hall with Councillor David Kirton.' Councillor Kirton leads an interview with Priscilla Johnstone, Executive Director of the Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership. Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership (shipweb.ca)Priscilla Johnstone, new to the position, shares her rich background of lived and learned experiences and skillsets that lends so importantly to the work SHIP is currently leading in Saskatoon. Tune in. Have a listen and share with others.And please remember t...2021-11-1626 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking - Behind the Kirton at Saskatoon City Hall with Councillor David Kirton - a Fall interview with lenoreSend us a textDear Civically Speaking Listeners,Thanks for tuning in and supporting Saskatoon's community radio station CFCR 90.5 FM. Stations like CFCR.ca are so important in keeping us connected to each other and the communities we live in. Please take the time to show your support by visiting cfcr.ca or FM dial 90.5 FM frequently and checking out the various shows. And support by making a donation as able. Hint: our Fall FM-Phasis fundraiser is coming up!In this episode we kick into Fall with an interview with Ward 3 Councillor Kirton...2021-09-0829 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2021-06-22 Civically Speaking Behind the Kirton with David Kirton The Water (Part 2) Waste Edition with Director Russ MunroSend us a textDear listeners,Councillor David Kirton, a Councillor with the City of Saskatoon and a journalist by trade, takes us 'Behind the Kirton' a second time with City of Saskatoon, Water Director, Russ Munro. We explore the 'waste' side of water. If you have ever wondered what happens to the water that goes down your drains or leaves from any other orifice of your home, yard or business - this is well worth the listen. Much appreciation to Russ Munro for taking us on this waste-filled journey in all the m...2021-06-2329 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking - Behind the Kirton with Councillor David Kirton - the Water Edition with Director Russ Munro City of Saskatoon, Episode 1 of 2Send us a textDear Listeners,Thank you for tuning in to Civically Speaking. This podcast is an audio anthology of different civic voices from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and farther afield. You can listen to this show on Saskatoon's premier community radio station, CFCR.ca, 90.5 FM in the Saskatoon area on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm and via this method. Please share with others.In this episode, we continue with our "Behind the Kirton with Councillor David Kirton at Saskatoon's City Hall." Councillor Kirton, utilizing his journalistic chops, takes us behind the scenes in this e...2021-06-1627 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2021-05-11 Civicaĺly Speaking Panel the May EditionSend us a textThanks Listeners for tuning in,If this is your first time listening, Civically Speaking explores the edges of all kinds of civic issues stemming from international, national, provincial and local orders. Guests bring their own perspectives, experiences and competencies. Featured are monthly civic panels, a special monthly feature entitled Behind the Kirton at Saskatoon's City Hall with Councillor David Kirton, and other individuals and organizational reps who join as regulars, some to speak on a specific topic or as a representative to share the good work they are up to...2021-05-1228 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking The Podcast Version Part 3 Behind the Kirton at YXE City Hall with Councillor David Kirton - interviewing SHIP's Lyn Brown and STC Chief Mark Arcand re Helping most vulnerable during Winter 2020-21Send us a textThank you for tuning in Listeners,This is Civically Speaking, the Podcast version, aired regularly on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm on Saskatoon's communty radio station, CFCR.ca 90.5 FM.In this Part 3 episode Councillor David Kirton (and Journalist) interviews Lyn Brown, Executive Director of the Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) and Saskatoon Tribal Council (STC) Chief Mark Arcand.Councillor Kirton takes us behind the scenes to learn about the valuable efforts these organizations coordinated with other community-based organizations, orders of government, and volunteers from across Saskatoon - to help...2021-04-1428 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking Rebroadcast on Saskatoon's Community Radio Station CFCR 90.5 FM Behind the Kirton with Councillor David Kirton Episode 1 - The 2020 Snow EventSend us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in. In this first edition of Behind the Kirton with Councillor David Kirton at Saskatoon's City Hall, Councillor Kirton interviews Terry Schmidt - General Manger of Transportation and Construction, and Pamela Goulden-McLeod - Director of Emergency Planning at the City of Saskatoon. Specifically in this edition, Councillor Kirton interviews Terry and Pamela about the great 'Snow Event' that began at the end of the first week in November 2020. And, keep in mind, this was a snow event with a munipal election set fo...2021-03-0327 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2021-02-09 Civically Speaking Rebroadcast- Saskatoon's Community Radio Station CFCR 90.5 FM Behind the Kirton with David Kirton at YXE City HallSend us a textDear Listeners,Welcome to Part 1 of a new on-going series that will be co-hosted with Saskatoon Ward 3 Councillor, David Kirton.In this first part we introduce Councillor Kirton and give him an opportunity to share with us some of his earliest insights upon becoming Ward 3 Councillor. We probe into what some of the earliest experiences Councillor Kirton has had as a new Councillor and where some of his focuses have been and will continue to be in his ward and beyond. This will be the first...2021-02-1027 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking Rebroadcast - Saskatoon Community Radio Station CFCR 90.5 Civic Election Update with David Kirton and Phil TankSend us a textDear Listeners,Phil Tank, Reporter with the Saskatoon StarPhoenix and David Kirton, Reporter with Saskatoon's NewsTalk Radio 650, take time out of their busy schedule to discuss the latest goings on in the run up to the Civic Election taking place on November 9, 2020. We touch base on the latest re some of the mayoral candidates, ward council races, and more. Thanks David and Phil. And dear listeners, we are in the midst of our annual FMphasis fundraiser. Please visit cfcr.ca and make a donation and help keep sh...2020-09-3020 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking Bonus Direct to Podcast Version Behind the Carnival - Civic Election Update with Panel with AA, WC, JJ, JYSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,In this direct to podcast version, coming just ahead of the live show airing tomorrow with Jeff Jackson where we also bring in local commentators and reporters, David Kirton and Phil Tank, into the discussion. Jeff and I are joined by regular members Wendy Cooper, Ari Avivi, and James Yachyshen. Thanks team.We weigh on the latest issues, some of the mayoral candidate platforms, and all different parts of the the Carnival, including a public hearing taking place while we talk, and all kinds of behind the...2020-09-291h 00Civically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking Podcast version (originally aired August 25 2020) CFCR.ca 90.5 FM Saskatoon with David Kirton and Phil TankSend us a textThanks for tuning in Listeners,David Kirton, Host of Saskatchewan Afternoon on NewsTalkSports 650 CKOM, together with Phil Tank, Reporter with the Saskatoon StarPhoenix, join me for another rousing round of discussions about Saskatoon's upcoming civic election. We also touch base briefly on where things are at with the upcoming provincial election and share some quick thoughts on the recent Erin O'Toole (MP-CP) victory to become the Leader of the Official Opposition Party. Have a listen. Share this podcast with others. And, please be sure to support Saskatoon's community station C...2020-08-2630 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking Rebroadcast on Saskatoon's Community Radio Station CFCR'90.5 FM July 21, 2020 David Kirton of CKOM and Phil Tank of the Star PhoenixSend us a textHello Civically Speaking Listeners,In this episode of Civically Speaking David Kirton, Afternoon Host on CKOM Newstalk Radio and Reporter, Phil Tank, with the Saskatoon StarPhoenix join in on a discussion about the upcoming civic election and provincial election in light of us being in the midst of a pandemic. We discuss considerations around the mayoral and council races including a discussion around candidates announced and thought to be, issues, and messaging. Thanks Phil and David for coming on the show. Listeners, thank you so much for tuning in. Please sha...2020-07-2230 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking - Discussion with veteran journalists, David Kirton and Phil Tank re Covid-19 observationsSend us a textHello Listening Folks,In this episode of Civically Speaking, veteran journalists, David Kirton and Phil Tank, join me to share some of their observations about COVID-19. We touch on a range of topics - including what Phil's doing to re-arrange his digs - to what David is watching on television these days. And yes, very much, we get into the depths of the seriousness of the impacts this epidemic is having and will have on our shared community of Saskatoon and beyond. Much appreciation to David and Phil for j...2020-04-0828 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking Rebroadcast on Saskatoon's Community Radio Station CFCR 90.5 FM Feb 4, 2020 Behind the Voice withSaskatoon Talk Show Host, David KirtonSend us a textIn this rebroadcast of Civically Speaking, that aired on February 4, 2020, David Kirton, well-known broadcaster and talk show host in Saskatoon, joined me. We get to learn a little more about one of Saskatoon's long standing and well-respected person behind the voice.David currently hosts Saskatchewan Afternoon with David Kirton on 650 CKOM. We learn about where David grew up, his background in media, and then focus in on some of his observations with respect to local civic issues. David shares perspective about the importance of communications and access to City Hall - a...2020-02-0528 min