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Civically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2026.01.13 Civically Speaking - In the News TodaySend us a textDear Listeners,Thanks, as always, for tuning in to Civically Speaking. This episode was uploaded Wednesday morning, with apologies for the delay.Christina and I begin with a few ponderings about the weather. It feels much more like spring than winter, and I have to say, I am loving it. We are also supposed to see good weather for a while yet, which feels like a gift.From there, we jump around to a few different stories, including deep sadness over the death of Trevor Dupois. Trevor...
2026-01-1454 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.09.09 Fall Season StarterSend us a textHello Dear Civically Speaking Listeners,Welcome to the first fall episode of the new 2025–2026 season! Christina Cherneskey is back in the house, joining me for a lively conversation that kicks off with a roundup of civic events close to home before widening the lens to national and international stories making headlines. Along the way, we catch up with Christina and hear what she’s been up to since her last visit.Tune in for smart takes, spirited dialogue, and our unique blend of loc...
2025-09-1156 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.06.24 Civically Speaking Trump launches missles and f-bombs - to Transit Links, Bear Spray and stories closer to home...Send us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in!Summer's here—and so is a wave of stories making headlines. From global power shifts to the future of transit right here in our city, Christina and I are diving into what matters most to Saskatoon.We’ll connect the dots between the international stage and what's happening on our streets—because it’s all connected.Civically speaking,Lenore Swystun with Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2025-06-2555 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.06.17 Civically Speaking. Tanking, G7 and a whole lotta chattaSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,This week on Civically Speaking, we start with big local media news: long-time columnist and civic affairs writer Phil Tank has been let go from the Saskatoon StarPhoenix. What does this mean for local journalism and public accountability in our city?From there, we zoom out to the G7 Summit and Canada’s renewed commitment to Ukraine — including extended military aid and support for rebuilding efforts. What does this say about Canada’s role on the world stage? And how does t...
2025-06-1853 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.06.03 Civically Speaking – Episode Title: Part 1: Wildfires & Philanthropy in Action with Rachael Steinke and Fred Reibin Part 2: First Ministers, Homelessness, E-Scooters & Summer Soundscapes in SaskatoonSend us a textDear Listeners,This week on Civically Speaking, we bring you an important two-part episode exploring the stories, issues, and voices shaping Saskatoon.Part 1: Wildfires, Community Response & Philanthropy in Action Lenore Swystun sits down with Rachael Steinke, Chief Executive Officer of the Saskatoon Community Foundation, and Fred Reibin, Shareholder Engagement Lead and Brand Manager, to talk about how this season’s wildfires are impacting communities across Saskatchewan—and how local organizations are responding. Rachael and Fred spotlight the role of the Sask...
2025-06-0455 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.04.29 Civically Speaking - The Day After - Oh what a Federal Election...Send us a textDear Listeners,What a whirlwind of a Federal Election. Historic truly. Liberals get in for a fourth term. New Prime Minister who has never served in government. Leader of the Opposition - loses his seat; NDP Leader, likewise, loses his seat. Lone Green Party representative stands. Saskatchewan gains back its first Liberal MP representing the north half of our province - something our province has not had for a long time. Have a listen to Christina Cherneskey and I as we unpack what this may mean. Raising mor...
2025-04-3056 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.04.22 Civically Speaking Why 114 Seminary Cres Matters (PT 1); Faith, Democracy and More (PT 2)Send us a textThanks for tuning in, Listeners,Happy Spring, Election Time, Easter Time, All kinds of celebration time, and also Grieving...Part 1: "Why 114 Seminary Crescent Matters" This episode delves into the University of Saskatchewan's decision to demolish the historic Lutheran Theological Seminary at 114 Seminary Crescent. We explore the building's architectural and cultural significance, the community's efforts to preserve it, and the broader implications for heritage conservation in Saskatoon.Part 2: "Faith, Democracy, and More"In this segment, we reflect on the recent passing of...
2025-04-2256 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.04.01 Civically Speaking PT 1 Federal Election Update PT 2 Civic News Update SaskatoonSend us a textDear Listeners, Flying solo this week.In Part One, I give an update as we head into Week 2 of our federal election coverage with an overview of what’s shaping up nationally and take a closer look at the candidates running in Saskatchewan—who’s in, who’s out, and what to watch for as campaigns heat up.In Part Two, I turn the spotlight to Saskatoon with a roundup of local stories making headlines: from our beloved zoo animals, the state of our city streets, to updates o...
2025-04-0156 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.03.25 Civically Speaking Federal Election...Here we go....Send us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in. Christina Cherneskey and I begin with the latest re the Federal Election in Part 1 and then bring in some stories from Saskatchewan and Saskatoon in Part 2.Have a listen. Support local media. Exercise your civic muscles. Civically speaking,Lenore Swystun with Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2025-03-2856 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.03.18 Civically Speaking Local Leaders Sara Wheelwright and Monica KreugerSend us a textDear Listeners,Thanks so much for continuing to listen to this show. Shows rooted in community radio stations like CFCR matter where local voices share wisdom and express views that make us think, think again, and dig deeper for meaning and value in one's community.Monica Kreuger and Sara Wheelwright return as guest panelists to the show. No strangers to our city of Saskatoon - they continue to be leaders championing many causes including that of small businesses and community based efforts. We weigh in on the c...
2025-03-1856 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.03.04 Civically Speaking -Tariffs to Civic Waste and SavingsSend us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in.2 parts. First part - Tariffs go into effect in North America. Second part, we talk waste, savings, parking, and more re City of Saskatoon. Have a listen. Share with others. Support community radio and local podcasts wherever you are. And when in Saskatoon, support CFCR and shows like this.Civically Speaking, Lenore Swystun with Christina Cherneskey Civically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2025-03-0556 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.02.11 Civically Speaking pt2 Canadiano not AmericanoSend us a textDear Listeners,Thanks so much for tuning in. So much appreciate your listening ears.This week's episode, we touch base on the latest re our neighbours to the south.And then, we circle back to home. Musing end in the renaming of a favourite coffee beverage. Canadiano, anyone? Have a listen. And, be sure to support local radio shows just this. Civically speaking, Lenore Swystun with Christina Cherneskey Civically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about...
2025-02-1228 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.02.05 Civically Speaking Tariff or NotSend us a textDear Listeners,Gord Androsoff joins me and we dive into the latest news re To Tarrif or Not, the latest from Trump land. And now, we and Mexico, have a month's delay...or not?Trade wars, tarrifs and closer to home....the un housed, root causes, and buying local. Join us. Support community radio by tuning into CFCR 90.5 FM4 and shows like this. Civically speaking, Lenore Swystun with regrets from Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2025-02-0455 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.01.28 Civically Speaking - One Month In...2025Send us a textDear Listeners,Thanks so much for tuning in. Much appreciation. Christina and I jump into what's going on politico-wise at the nation state level and end up close to home talking public opinions on civic government and bridges. Liberal leadership, election meddling, tariffs, Ontario election announcement, Survey says, Advice for Saskatoon City Council, bridges, un-housed and more. Have a listen. Support local media and shows like this.Much appreciation for the lending of your ears.Civically speaking, Lenore Swystun with Chris...
2025-01-2855 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.01.21 Civically Speaking Welcome to TrumpLandSend us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in. Much appreciation always. Key focus of this episode is how the world changes as Donald Trump becomes the 47th President of the USA.And, what are the implications for Canada and the rest of the world. This leads us to what is going on currently with the Liberal Leadership race. We close with a little chat about the recent fire that happened under the University Bridge where unhoused folks were trying to keep warm.So much news...we touch th...
2025-01-2156 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.01.14 Civically Speaking - Popcorning 2025 News storiesSend us a textHowdy Dear Listeners,This month is flying by - and it is starting out me thinks like a lion - fires of all sorts - from the most devasting in real time in California - to the fires being set by a USA President Elect and Prime Minister Canada departing.We popcorn away on these topics and closer to Saskatoon - in the form of snow and more.Be sure to support community radio and local media. Especially radio stations like CFCR.ca 90.5 FM.Warm...
2025-01-1456 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2025.01.07. Civically Speaking. Let's talk about the Whether in Canada.Send us a textHappy New Year Listeners,Here we go today, talking about one of our favourite pastimes - the whether. And today, we had quite the whether event to talk about. Seen with whether radar. It landed. Whether the Liberal Party of Canada can get their poop in a group and find a new leader amidst Justin Trudeau's announced resignation. Whether Pierre Poilievre can continue his momentum in the polls now that his main target is gone. Whether the NDP can do anything different, save thei...
2025-01-0756 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.12.17 Civically Speaking Freeland and Civic landsSend us a textHello Dear listeners, This week we talk federal politics and other highlights national and local. No more Freeland in Federal Liberal Cabinet. And, closer to home, what about the latest, regarding supports for folks without homes or shelters and the weather being so cold.Tune in. Have a listen. Support local media and shows like this. Thanks for tuning in. Civically Speaking,Lenore Swystun with Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2024-12-1857 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.12.10 Civically Speaking - Geopolitics - from friendship based to transactional basedSend us a textDear Civically Speaking Listeners,You are in for a treat. Tasha Kheiriddin, National Post Columnist, Geo-political analyst, lawyer, authour and more, joins Dr. Bohdan Kordan, Professor Emeritus, Political Studies, International Relations, St. Thomas Moore College, focusing on nationalism and ethnic conflicts, politics of state/minority relations, and Canadian foreign policy.James Yachyshen joins as my co-host today (regrets from Christina Cherneskey).We go deep into the geopolitical dynamics taking place - especially with major shifts in nation-state leadership amplified by Trump being re-elected a second time.
2024-12-1356 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.12.03 Civically Speaking - We head south - USA Election and Politics - Differing ViewsSend us a textDear Listeners, Thanks for tuning in. Today we head south with guests Patricia Roe and James Yachyshen. Christina Cherneskey sends her regrets.In this episode Patricia and James offer up different perspectives on the incoming President including what may be the impacts for Canada... good, bad and otherwise. Have a listen. Be sure to support community radio and shows just like this - that exercise our civic muscles.Civically speaking, Lenore Swystun, HostCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2024-12-0456 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.11.19 Civically Speaking - Civic Election Saskatoon Post MortemSend us a textThanks for tuning in, Dear Listeners,OKAY, the election cycle is complete....at least for now...as we head into 2025 noting that a Federal Election at some point will most likely be triggered.James Yachyshen, a regular panel member joins Christina Cherneskey and myself, to ponder on the recent Saskatoon Civic Election and touch on a few other races, especially, mayoral changes, that occurred in some key cities in the province - e.g. Regina, Prince Albert, Yorkton, Weyburn, and North Battleford.Have a listen. Thanks so...
2024-11-2056 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.11.12 Civically Speaking On the Eve of Saskatoon's Civic ElectionSend us a textDear Listeners,Exciting - we are coming to the end of the Fall 2024 Election Cycle. The Civic Election is right around the corner. November 13, 2024. Voting takes place from 8 am to 8 pm. We give a run down on how to vote, where to vote, and where you can get all the details about your candidates and such. You can vote for a Mayor, a Councillor, and a School Board Trustee in either the Separate or Public school systems.Here is the best link to all the inf...
2024-11-121h 20Civically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.11.04 Civically Speaking - Run Up to Saskatoon Municipal Election Nov 13 with Phil Tank and Charles HamiltonSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,Indeed, tis' Election Season. In just a little over a week, November 13, we'll know who Saskatoon's new City Council will be. Joining this episode - thanks to Phil Tank, Opinion Editor, Saskatoon StarPhoenix along with Charles Hamilton, Producer, Saskatoon CBC Morning Show. Regrets from Christina Cherneskey. In part one, we reflect mostly on the current Mayoral race - key trends, issues, and observations about candidate efforts. In part two, we focus on the ward races.Time flies when you get three politico geeks together...
2024-11-0558 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.10.29 Civically Speaking Post Saskatchewan Election Results (99% of the vote is in, but...)Send us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in. What a Fall Season we are having in the civic arena.A Provincial Election just happened. Congratulations to all who stepped up to run, volunteered and voted. It was quite the night and we still have more results to learn and confirm....some races to close to call until the mail-in ballots are counted on October 30, 2024.And we are not done with elections - We have FN Band elections, an FSIN election, and urban municipal elections upcoming. And, oh yes, that l...
2024-10-2955 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.10.21 Orphans, Mushy Middle, October Surprises, Bozo Eruptions, Signs of the Time... with Special Guest, Janet Brown of Opinion Research and a special PanelSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,Joining this week's show is Janet Brown, a Pollster and Political Commentator from Alberta with Opinion Research. Janet has done some recent polling for CUPE Saskatchewan and has a wealth of experience with polling and all things politically related - particularly in Alberta. Her accuracy in polling and related research is renowned. Janet is sought after by media and various agencies and organizations across Canada and beyond. Joining Janet are seasoned panel members: James Yachyshen, a known Conservative pundit who recommended Janet Brown for this show (t...
2024-10-221h 21Civically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.10.15 Civically Speaking - Behind the Ballot - Campaign ManagementSend us a textDear Civically Speaking Listeners,We go behind the ballot during this episode with some field research into the campaign offices of mayoral candidates, Cynthia Block and Gordon Wyant. We sit down with their campaign managers respectively, Rebecca and Samantha. I am also planning on reaching out to the other mayoral candidate offices for some behind the scenes sound bites - - as well as reaching out randomly to some of the various council candidates to see how things are going.You get a feel for each of t...
2024-10-1556 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.10.08 Part 1 Updated Saskatchewan Provincial Poll Results with Lang McGilp, Insightrix Research. Patricia Roe joins as guest panelist.Send us a textHowdy Dear Listeners, This episode is coming in two parts. In the first part Lang McGilp from Insightrix Research takes us through the latest poll results for the upcoming provincial election. What are we learning - things are definitely getting interesting. In part two we go a deep deeper into results and share some insights about the upcoming civic election in Saskatoon. And Patricia Roe, former Saskatoon City Councillor joins as a guest panelist to provide some insights and commentary in both Parts a and b.Thanks fo...
2024-10-0829 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.10.01 Civically Speaking Saskatchewan Provincial Election officially beginsSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,Apologies for the late release this week. We have mayoral candidate interviews running in back to back shows on CFCR's air time this week and last; so, this show is officially being uploaded and counted as a direct to podcast version of Civically Speaking.Popular guest co-host, Dale Richardson, of Earnscliffe Strategies and The SKoop Political Briefing, joins Christina and I, as we unpack some of the behind the scenes processes that go on within both parties as they officially get underway in a 'close' election...
2024-10-0456 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.09.23 Civically Speaking - Conversations with Saskatoon Mayoral Candidates Cynthia Block (pt 1) and Gordon Wyant (pt 2)Send us a textHello Listeners,It's our annual FM-Phasis campaign - so important - so we can continue to offer you great shows like this - especially ones like this.In this episode you get to learn a little more about Saskatoon's Mayoral Candidates. In this particular episode we first talk with Cynthia Block in Part 1 and Gordon Wyant in Part 2. Next week we will be airing candidates Cary Tarasoff and Don Atchison.Thanks so much for tuning in. Be sure to share with others.Civically Speaking,...
2024-09-2557 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.09.24 (2024.10.01) Civically Speaking Conversations with Saskatoon Mayoral Candidates Don Atchison (Pt 3) and Cary Tarasoff (Pt 4)Send us a textHello Dear Listeners,It's a pleasure and an honour to host this show. This particular episode will air on Tuesday, Oct 1, 2024, on CFCR.ca 90.5 at 6:30 pm. As a podcast listener, you will have access to this recording at the same time you have access to the first two mayoral candidate interviews that will be airing on September 24. 2024. In this episode are featured respective interviews with candidates Don Atchison and Cary Tarasoff. In the earlier episode you will hear respectively from Cynthia Block and Gordon Wyant.These interviews wer...
2024-09-2556 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.06.18 Civically Speaking - What a Weekes...And more in Civic LandSend us a textThanks for tuning, Listeners...We deconstruct a few of the most recent civic parcels in the current news stream.Gordon Androsoff with CHEP Good Food joins us for Part 2 - where we dive into one of the central issues facing our city - homelessness, safety.Have a listen.Support community radio and podcasts just like this.Civically Speaking,Lenore Swystun with Christina Cherneskey Civically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2024-06-191h 02Civically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024-06-11 Civically Speaking - What's for Launch? A Double Whammy of Mayoral Candidates SaskatoonSend us a textWhat's For Launch?Listeners, you ask...Two current sitting politicians announce on the same day.One comes from within the current Council.Another sat on Council some time ago. And went on to provincial politics.In common - one position in the future they both want.Mayor of Saskatoon.Block. Wyant. Join, Tarasoff.Now there are Three.Tune in - for the details on two candidates who announced Monday, June 10th. Civically Speaking, Lenore Swystun with Christina Cherneskey
2024-06-1156 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.06.04 The latest civic news - crickets ...mostly....Send us a textIn today's episode, we provide an update on the recent development re the new downtown library. And then we head into a few more musings including - what's the latest regarding candidate races. And well....crickets...mostly. In the podcast version, Part 2 has a tiny 'extended' discussion not heard on the radio version - re cellular coverage in Saskatchewan. We ran long so edited for the radio version.Have a listen. Stay connected. Support local media and community radios just like this where ever you live, work and visit.
2024-06-0559 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.05.07 Civically Speaking Rainy May Starts - Chiefs, Candidates, Buses YXESend us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in. We talk the latest initiative to increase safety on Saskatoon's buses; we muse about the latest candidate rumblings; and we congratulate the new Chief of Police, Cam McBride. Have a listen. Share with others. And be sure to support community radio and local podcasts, just like this.Civically Speaking,Lenore Swystun with Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2024-05-0855 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.04.09 Civically Speaking - A Total Eclipse somewhere else...Send us a textDear Listeners,We are back this week after a little Spring Break. Thanks for your patience.Today we discuss the Solar eclipse that happened that had many a community in parts of Mexico, the USA and eastern Canada seeing the shadow of the moon during the day. Very cool. Now, sadly, our 45% peek at this (a partial eclipse in Saskatchewan) was obstructed by clouds. But none the less, a fun day to see all the media about this. Now to eclipsing forward, we dove into Ci...
2024-04-1056 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.03.12 Early March Days of Civically Speaking - TidbitsSend us a textDear Listeners,It's a motley smattering of early March days as we reset after a week off.Christina Cherneskey recording from her home studio and myself from the WHL's home arena in Prince Albert - we muse about a few different happenings in the civic arena and give a few shout outs to local and international Canadians doing good.Have a listen. Apologies now for the sound quality.Be well. Exercise your democratic muscles often. Civically speaking,Lenore Swystun with Christina Cherneskey
2024-03-1356 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.02.27 Civically Speaking - Ratcheting It Up YXE Politics and beyondSend us a textDear Listeners,We reassemble one of our Civically Speaking Panels. And we go far, wide and deep. Ending with a rapid round of key Saskatoon political issues. Yes, we are ratcheting it up - with back at it panel members, Cary Tarasoff and James Yachyshen. International, national, provincial, and municipal rounds. Thanks for supporting community radio and shows just like this.Much appreciation.Civically Speaking,Lenore Swystun, Host with Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic iss...
2024-02-2856 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.01.30 Civically Speaking - Phil Tank - What it means when an Incumbent Mayor leaves...Send us a textHello Dear Listeners,Slightly out of order. Here is the show that aired the week I was away. Christina Cherneskey and Phil Tank discuss what it means when an Incumbent Mayor steps away and much more.Have a listen. Exercise your democratic muscles. And, be sure to hug a loved one a little closer.Love you, Mom,Lenore on behalf of Christina Cherneskey and myself for Civically Speaking - originally aired on CFCR.ca 90.5 FMCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic i...
2024-02-0755 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.02.06 Civically Speaking - A Tribute to Mom Swystun and ....what she loved ...civic issuesSend us a textDear Civically Speaking Listeners,With heavy heart my Mom passed away last Tuesday.Thank you to Christina Cherneskey and Phil Tank for carrying the show. I will have that episode uploaded soon.In the meantime, I am back on air- as Mom understood the importance of this show - and really appreciated the latest civic news.Have a listen. A tribute to my Mom, Annie Swystun, and then on with the issues of the day...Hug a loved one,Civically Speaking,...
2024-02-0756 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.05.28 Civically Speaking - Politics - Saskatchewan Provincial Politics - as our main course - with Phil Tank, Digital Editor, Saskatoon StarPhoenixSend us a textThanks for tuning in, Dear Listeners,Joining us this week. Regular and one of our favourite guest's, Phil Tank, StarPhoenix Columnist and Digital Opinion Editor. We serve up Saskatchewan Provincial Politics as our main course. Have a listen.Stay with an ear to the ground from now till Fall Election time. No doubt the earth will be moving on a daily basis.Civically speaking,Lenore Swystun with Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2024-02-0756 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.01.16 Civically Speaking - Teacher Teacher -- Pets - Black Cart - Small, Medium or Large?Send us a textDear Listeners,Thanks always for tuning in. Christina Cherneskey and I have a lot of fun putting together each week's show - and bringing you snippets from all corners of the civic world.In this episode we touch on the upcoming Teacher's Strike in Saskatchewan; the request for a restricted number of pets in City of Saskatoon bylaws; what size do you want your black cart to be? And much much more...Have a listen and be sure to support community radio and shows JUST LIKE THIS...
2024-01-1755 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.01.02 Civically Speaking What's Old is New Again...kinda sortaSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,Hoping you had a good Family Long Weekend. Today on Civically Speaking, Christina Cherneskey and I begin by sharing some sad news about a Saskatoon community champion and long-time media and sports personality. Heath Mulligan (Muggli) passed away this weekend. Hugs out to his wife, Lori Coolican, and the rest of his wonderful family. During the early years of Civically Speaking Heath joined the show on a number of panels discussing a shared passion - civic issues. One of the good one's - gone too...
2023-12-2056 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.12.19 Civically Speaking - Herky Jerky WaysSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,Christina Cherneskey and I are back in full force - reviewing the latest civic activities in Saskatoon and farther afield.Tune in and find out what we mean by certain herky jerky ways...And have a safe and happy holiday season.Civically speaking,Lenore SwystunCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2023-12-2056 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.01.02 Civically Speaking What's Old is New Again...kinda sortaSend us a textHappiest of the New year,May our civic muscles work to their utmost best this year - as we exercise them in a number of different ways. This year we vote in municipal and provincial ways, at the very least, for those residing in Saskatchewan.Have a listen as we review activities over the last year and have a look see forward. Prognostications can be so much fun!Appreciation. Gratitude. Hope.Civically Speaking,Lenore Swystun together with Christina Cherneskey, hosting and roasting by an...
2023-12-2055 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.12.03 Civically Speaking - An Example of Community-Based Impact in our Civic Arena ... and then someSend us a textThanks for tuning in, Dear Listeners,In our recent episode, my co-host Christina Cherneskey and I had the opportunity to sit down with Gord Androsoff, the Executive Director of CHEP Good Food Inc. Our discussion delved into the impactful work CHEP is doing in our communities, particularly under the current socio-political and economic conditions.This episode invites you to contemplate the broader implications of CHEP's efforts, the ongoing needs they address, and the challenges they confront. A special thanks to Gord for joining us and sharing his valuable perspectives.
2023-12-0655 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.11.28 Civically Speaking - Mid Year Budget Update..What this means provincially, locally and otherwise.Send us a textThanks for tuning in, Dear Listeners...With our special third co-host, Sara Wheelwright, we dive into the recently released Provincial Budget Mid-year Update. We talk about this implications of this and pundit away about what this may or may not mean as we head into an Election year provincially and locally in Fall 2024.Sara also sheds some further light on the on-going subtopic interconnected around homelessness and wrap-around supports.Worth a listen. Thanks always for tuning in. Be sure to support community radio and shows just like...
2023-11-2956 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.11.07 Civically Speaking - An interview with Matt Young - Part 1; Civic Affairs - Part 2Send us a textHello Dear Listeners,You are in for a treat - in part one, Matt Young joins us. Matt's a Reporter with CTV Saskatoon plus a host of all kinds of other assignments including commentary for the USASK Huskies and Saskatoon HillTops. And, his side hustle as a gamer! In part 2 we talk civic affairs and land on the importance of us heading into Remembrance Day week-end.Civically speaking,Lenore Swystun with Christina Cherneskey Civically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2023-11-0856 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.10.31 Civically Speaking ...DowntownSend us a textBoo!Today's show - we talk about some chronic topics - homelessness, downtowns, arenas...and a bunch related...Be safe out there.I'm wearing a planning costume today!Civically Speaking,Lenore Swystun, Host along with Christina Cherneskey, Co-hostCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2023-11-0155 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2024.10.24 Civically Speaking This Week Next YearSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in. In this week's show - Christina Cherneskey and I focus on some civic updates in Part 1 and then turn our attention to provincial politics in Part 2. Apologies for a technical glitch in Part 2 - gave the unique opportunity to talk about the back end of the show - production and the tools used to pool this show together. It's blunt tools that produce a raw unique show each and every time for listeners like you to enjoy.Support com...
2023-10-2555 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.10.17 Civically Speaking - Saskatoon City Budget and much more...Send us a textThanks for tuning in, Dear Listeners,Please have a listen to this week's show and share with others.City budget, homelessness, downtown arenas, downtown redevelopment, and much more.Civically speaking,Lenore Swystun, Host along wtih Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2023-10-1856 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.10.10 Civically Speaking. The State of our world...!Send us a textDeae Listeners,Thanks for tuning in this post Thanksgiving week. What a weekend it was. Earthquakes, war and more. Have a listen. Christina Cherneskey and I go far afield and then bring it all closer to home in Saskatchewan and Saskatoon. Civically Speaking, Lenore, HostCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2023-10-1155 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.10.03 Civically Speaking ... the latest civic news and a smattering of other...Send us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in and thanks for supporting local community radio and shows like this.This week, Christina Cherneskey and I go at it - regarding some of the latest news in Saskatoon and then stretch further afield in taking a pulse on wider stories folks are plugging into ...from Swifties and the NFL to the latest in Ukraine and indictments and Trump.Have a listen. And please reach out through our facebook site and through connecting via X at @lswystun or @ccherneskey...
2023-10-0455 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.09.05 Civically Speaking Fall Civics Pre-Session with Phil Tank, Saskatoon StarPhoenixSend us a textDear Listeners,You are in for a treat as Christina Cherneskey and I, Lenore Swystun, are joined by Digital Opinion Editor, Phil Tank with the Saskatoon StarPhoenix.We delve into municipal election speculation that is set to happen in November of 2024. Already we can feel what many call in the political world - the vibes of 'silly season.' Budgets, potential candidates and more. Support local media and shows like this.Civically Speaking, Lenore SwystunCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about...
2023-09-0656 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.08.15 Civically Speaking, Saskatoon Arena District decision delays, Provincial By-elections, Upcoming Prov and Muni Elections and making the links in 2024Send us a textThanks for tuning in,This week Christina Cherneskey and I dive into two topical issues. In part 1, we focus on the arena district and the delay on receiving financial options for how to make it so without impacting other budgetary choices by the City of Saskatoon. And in part 2, we analyse the results from the latest results from the 3 provincial by-elections...and what this means for 3ach of the respective mainstream and not so mainstream parties.Have a listen. Support community radio. Exercise your...
2023-08-1655 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.08.08 Civically Speaking. Civic matters - SaskatoonSend us a textThanks for tuning in!August already flying by. Today's show is a smattering of issues including parking, traffic, housing, homelessness and more. Visit us on Facebook at @civicspeak. Share any and all ideas and suggestions to make this show better. And, be sure to support community radio and stations like cfcr.ca 90.5 FM in Saskatoon.Civically speaking,Lenore Swystun, Host With Christina Cherneskey, co-hostCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2023-08-0954 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023-06-28 Civically Speaking - What's up civically in Saskatoon this week and past weekSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in. This week Christina and I have a chat about quite a few Saskatoon civic issues - from proposed ward boundary changes and budgets to e-scooters and red balls.Have a listen. Share with others and support local community shows just like this that air on community radio - Saskatoon's CFCR.ca.Civically Speaking, Lenore Swystun and Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2023-06-2856 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.06.20 Civically Speaking Fed and Prov By-Elections and Saskatoon Budget TalkSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,Christina Cherneskey and myself, Lenore Swystun, are both happy to be back in the studio together.Lots to chat about. In the first half - we focus on by-elections occurring this week federally, and weight in on three Saskatchewan provincial by-elections which dates may be announced sometime in the next few weeks, or, at the latest, sometime this Fall. In the second half, we do a deep dive into a recent report provided by Saskatoon's top Management team - about what the projected gap may...
2023-06-2155 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023-05-30 Civically Speaking - Alberta Provincial Election ResultsSend us a textThanks for tuning in.This week - we unpack the Alberta Provincial Election including playing the victory and conciliation speeches of the leaders.Have a listen.Thanks for tuning in.Civically Speaking,Lenore Swystun, Hostregrets Christina Cherneskey, Co-hostCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2023-05-3152 minCivically 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 Cherneskey2023.05.01 The May 1st Edition Civically SpeakingSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,In this episode, hosts Christina Cherneskey and I chat about a number of stories - including and not limited to - the Urgent Care Centre in Saskatoon; homelessness; head's up re upcoming Provincial Election - Alberta and Saskatchewan; 3000+ houses in Sask Houses roster that are empty; Saskatoon's Arena District on-line survey; a 6 storey apartment slated for 8th and Broadway in Saskatoon; and and and... Have a listen. Be sure to support community radio. Share this episode and others with others in your network.Civically sp...
2023-05-0357 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.04.18 Civically Speaking - Civic Chat with Saskatoon StarPhoenix Columnist Phil TankSend us a textThanks for tuning in, Dear Listeners,Back in the virtual studio with hosts Christina Cherneskey and I, Lenore Swystun, is Saskatoon StarPhoenix Columnist, Phil Tank.We deep dive into three Saskatoon civic issues with Phil - the roll-out of the green cart program and the implications of this with respect to wider environmental policies and programs the City is targetting; what's the latest with respect to the proposed Arena District; and where go the Festivals this summer?Thanks Phil for joining the show. Be sure t...
2023-04-1955 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.04.11 Civically Speaking - the Easter EditionSend us a textThanks for tuning in,Civically Speaking Podcast listeners!Christine and I do a run through of major news story around the world - starting with Ukraine, heading over to China, and then landing in the USA before we connect on things closer to home in Saskatoon and Saskatchewan.There was a glitch in part 2 with my connection to zoom getting garbled up - so lost the last part of the recording - so you will hear me solo for a good part highlighting some local Saskatoon stories...
2023-04-1256 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.03.28 Civically Speaking meets The SKoop - a discussion about Saskatchewan Politics featuring Dale Richardson and Eric BellSend us a textDear Listeners, You are in for a treat with this edition of our podcast. Christina Cherneskey and I chat with Dale Richardson, a public affairs professional and former Sask Party operative, and Eric Bell, a Strategic Advisor at Saskatchewan Federation of Labour and former NDP operative. They join the show to talk about the recent provincial budget and the state of media in our province - and the role podcasts may play. You can catch the weekly Saskatchewan political podcast Dale Richardson founded and produces by clicking here on it...
2023-03-2957 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.03.21 Spring Has Sprung Updates Canada, Saskatchewan, Saskatoon CivicsSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,Christina and I are on a round of news updates - everything from where Putin found himself, to where Trump may find himself, to where Biden will find himself...to things closer to home in Saskatchewan - musings about the provincial budget and civic items in Saskatoon - and a shout out to two folks acknowledged by the Saskatoon Fire and Protective services for their bravery in helping rescue folks from a residential house fire. Have a listen. Support community radio. Do good in the world.
2023-03-2257 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.03.07 Civically Speaking - Spring Session Sask Gov and Civic Updates SaskatoonSend us a textDear Listeners,Thanks so much for tuning in. We have a full show this week - packed full of discussions about the Saskatchewan Spring Legislative Session starting this week and, updates about a number of agenda items on standing committees of Saskatoon City Council. Some provincial topics include: budgets; by-elections; new fringe provincial parties. And, we send well wishes to MLA Lyle Stewart who is stepping down for health reasons. Mr. Stewart, may you have a speedy recovery.On the Saskatoon civic front we catch up on...
2023-03-0856 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.02.28 Civically Speaking - News Updates - Saskatoon; Saskatchewan; and elsewhereSend us a textThanks for tuning in listeners,We meander around a number of topical news items in and around Saskatoon and further afield. And yes, air fryers make a few appearances in our discussion.Updates on homeless shelters in Saskatoon; a trip for the Premier to India and what this means for trade in Saskatchewan; head's up on bridge repairs in Saskatoon; a chat about China, Russia, TikTok and the importance of local media ...and and and...Tune in to Civically Speaking with Christina Cherneskey, and myself, Lenore Swystun.
2023-03-0155 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking - One Year Later: Russia's Invasion of Ukraine. The geopolitical implications. A discussion with Dr. Bohdan Kordan.Send us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning into Civically Speaking. Christina Cherneskey and I are honoured to have back Dr. Bohdan Kordan, a political scientist, Professor Emeritus, St. Thomas More College, University of Saskatchewan. We appreciate his wisdom so much and are delighted to share his perspectives with you. Dr. Kordan's areas of specialty include: Nationalism; Conflict; State Minority Relations; Canadian Foreign Policy; and, Historical Cartography of Eastern Europe. Dr. Kordan is the author of several publications including these most recent ones: Canada and the Ukrainian Crisis (McGill-Queen's University Press, 2020) [co-author M. Do...
2023-02-221h 17Civically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.02.14 Civically Speaking - the Podcast Version - from Air Balloons to Fed-Prov Health Deals to Saskatoon Arena Districts, Green Carts and GreenhousesSend us a textDear Civically Speaking Listeners,Happy Valentine's Week. Lot's on the go this week -new and continuing stories. Christina Cherneskey and I dive into a number of different topics including some of the following stories: what UP with air balloons?John Tory, Mayor of Toronto, buh bye, say it ain't so?Say it is - health care deal struck between Federal Gov and Provinces...Saskatoon Arena District selects Project Coordinator - what's up next?Buh bye civic greenhouses... what happens next? Implications...Green cart program rolls out this spring... how smoothly w...
2023-02-1557 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.02.07 Civically Speaking - Provincial and Municipal Round-Up Health Care, Covid, Traffic, Jazz Festival - Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, CanadaSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,Thanks for tuning into Civically Speaking. This week, Christina Cherneskey and I chat about a whole bunch of things with a key focus on provincial health care - specifically around the anticipation of today's meeting with Premiers and Prime Minister around health care; we then touch base on Covid-19 numbers; and then dive into some polling information around people's thoughts on the state of Canada right now; and then head into a chat about some municipal issues - move of the Jazz Festival; an intersection challenge; a...
2023-02-0856 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.01.31 Civically Speaking - Saskatoon Civic Issues A Weekly ReviewSend us a textThanks for tuning in Listeners,In this episode, Christina Cherneskey and I give an update on a number of on-going civic issues that are stirring conversation circles across Saskatoon and beyond.We talk about the recent request for municipal funding to create barrier free access to the new library; updates on the arena district; changes to municipal council meeting schedules; and more. Have a listen. Share with others.Much appreciation to everyone for your support of this show and all related community radio spoken word political, civically o...
2023-02-0157 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.01.24 Civically Speaking - A focus on Saskatoon Civic Issues with Guest Panelist, Cary TarasoffSend us a textThanks for tuning in, Dear Listeners,In this episode of Civically Speaking, regular guest panelist, Cary Tarasoff, joins the show. and together with co-host, Christina Cherneskey, and myself, host, Lenore Swystun, we dive into a number of Saskatoon civic issues. The list includes: checking in the recent news re plans for a new downtown arena district; status of the downtown boutique grocery store and other developments linked to such; downtown heritage designated properties in the making; what's up with snow clearing and getting around downtown and elsewhere with mobility iss...
2023-01-2556 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.01.17 Civically Speaking - An Interview with Dr. Bohdan KordanSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,Joining Christina Cherneskey (co-host) and myself is Dr. Bohdan Kordan, a Political Scientist who has been a returning guest to Civically Speaking - sharing his wisdom and insights about the invasion of Ukraine by Putin that began on February 24th of last year.We have a lot of updates and insights to share about what the current state of Ukraine is re military and geo-political considerations. Tune in - there is a lot to unpack - including - on the ground war strategies being employed by...
2023-01-181h 04Civically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2023.01.10 An interview with Dave Meslin, Author+++, Teardown: Rebuilding Democracy from the Ground UpSend us a textDear Listeners,Thanks so much for tuning into Civically Speaking and supporting shows like this and community radio airing around the world.It's a real treat for co-host, Christina Cherneskey, and me to chat with David Meslin and learn about his work, background, and hopes - specifically around democracy and ways our Canadian society can do things - from the simple to the provocative to improve our democratic systems of governance. Here's a couple of examples to give you a sense of our conversation:what about random seating...
2023-01-1155 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.12.27 Civically Speaking - 2022. A Year in Review. Saskatoon, Sask, CanadaSend us a textHappiest of the holiday season, Civically Speaking Listeners,In this episode, James Yachyshen, long-standing civics panel member, and co-host, Christina Cherneskey join to do some reflections on key stories in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and beyond.Have a listen. Share with others. And please support community radio. Happiest of the New Year. Be safe. Be well.Civically speaking,Lenore Swystun, host with Christina Cherneskey, co-hostCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2022-12-2856 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.12.20 Civically Speaking News Updates Week of Dec 19, 2022Send us a textHello Dear Listeners,In this episode we give an overview of some of the latest news in Saskatoon and Saskatchewan.Various topics covered by Christina Cherneskey, co-host, and myself.Thanks for tuning in.Lenore Swystun, Host, Civically Speaking, first heard on CFCR.ca on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm Civically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2022-12-2653 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.12.13 Civically Speaking Updates - Municipally (YXE), Provincially (SK), and Federally (CAN)Send us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in. Much appreciation.In this episode we talk the latest news in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and Canada - on a few interrelated items - Air Canada, health care, sports amenities, political boundary changes..to name a few.Have a listen. Support community radio. And exercise your civic muscles daily!Your hosts,Lenore Swystun with Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2022-12-1456 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.12.06 Civically Speaking - Saskatoon Municipal Up-dates and Provincial Up-dates - Budgets, Arenas, Housing, Infill, Provincial ActsSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,Thanks for tuning into Civically Speaking. This week (week of Dec 5, 2022) Christina Cherneskey, co-host, and myself, Lenore Swystun, Host, catch up on the latest Saskatoon municipal issues and provincial issues. Hot this week - budget implications, housing statistics, arenas and infill development, new Provincial Acts and more. Have a listen and please be sure to tune into community radio stations like CFCR.ca where this show first airs Tuesday's at 6:30 pm. Civically speaking,Lenore and ChristinaCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Sa...
2022-12-0757 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.11.29 Civically Speaking - Collaboration, Civic Dialogue, Community Benefit Agreements and Arenas with Urban Planner, Eric WestbergSend us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in to listen to Civically Speaking - the podcast version. Together with my co-host, Christina Cherneskey, we have a discussion with urban planner, Eric Westberg, about collaboration, civic dialogue, and community benefit agreements - in light of Saskatoon's proposed new downtown Civic Arena District.Thanks Eric for joining the show. Lots of learnings. Including a a few links Eric shares to help you dive in a bit more on a number of related and interconnected topics.The Basics of Community Benefit Agr...
2022-11-3056 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.11.15 Civically Speaking Part 2 USA Midterm Elections results, War in Ukraine, Saskatoon City Arena District and....Send us a textThanks for tuning in!Christina Cherneskey, co-host and I, turn our attention in this second half of our community radio show to continue our chat about the USA Midterm election then turn to a chat about the war in Ukraine, and then land on a discussion about Saskatoon's Arena District and more...Have a listen and be sure to tune in and support community radio. Civically speaking,your host,Lenore SwystunWirh Christina CherneskeyCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic i...
2022-11-1627 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.11.15 Civically Speaking Covid19, Healthcare and Midterm election analysisSend us a textThanks for tuning in listeners,Christina Cherneskey, co-host joins me to chat about the latest news re Covid19 and other related illnesses clogging up our health care system. We then turn our attention to the mid term elections. Have a listen to this episode. And, be sure to support community radio. Civically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2022-11-1628 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.11.08 Civically Speaking Part 2 - On the Hour with Phil Tank - A focus on provincial issuesSend us a textDear Civically Speaking Listeners,Thanks for tuning in. Christina Cherneskey and I want to thank you Phil Tank of the Saskatoon StarPhoenix for joining us for our inaugural one hour show. In this Part 2 episode, we focus on a number of provincial issues - the recent White Paper; an unexpected invited person taking in the Speech from the Throne at the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly; recent learnings about education curriculums and the Loch Ness Monster, and much more. You have to tune to learn more about this all!T...
2022-11-0929 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.11.08 Civically Speaking Part 1 - On the Hour with Phil Tank, Reporter, Saskatoon StarPhoenixSend us a textHello Civically Speaking Listeners,Thanks for tuning in to this podcast version of Civically Speaking aired on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm on CFCR 90.5 FM in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.This is an inaugural one hour version of Civically Speaking, together with Co-host, Christina Chernesky. Going forward we will be bringing an hour of fun-filled civic issues of all shapes, sizes and more. We can't wait. As our first guest we are honoured to have Phil Tank, a journalist with the Saskatoon StarPhoenix. In this Part 1 episode, we di...
2022-11-0929 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.10.25 Civically Speaking Civics Panel with a focus on Saskatoon's City CouncilSend us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in. Much appreciation. In this week's episode I am joined by co-host, Christina Cherneskey and panel members Yachyshen, Ari Avivi, and Cary Tarasoff. In the round we touch on a number of Saskatoon City Council issues.Think budgets, waste (literally and figuratively), engagement and more. Each sharing respective perspectives, opinions and understandings. Form your own, join the discussion. Find us at https://www.facebook.com/civicspeak/ .In the meantime, be sure to support community radio stations around the wor...
2022-10-2628 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.10.18 Civically Speaking - Civic Snippets - From Mid-terms, Election Act Hearing, Covid19SK Reporting and more..gSend us a textThanks for tuning in, Civically Speaking Listeners,In this week's episode, Christina Cherneskey and I do a couple of quick laps on a few different issues - Reporting in - Province of Saskatchewan announces a new CRISP reporting mechanism for Covid 19 and more...cough cough. We then head onto the Canadian Emergency Act - Federal Hearing - was the call necessary or not? American Mid-term Elections - who's trumping what and where? and and andTune in, add your voice as you listen to ours, and stay tuned to c...
2022-10-1928 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.10.04 Civically Speaking Post By-Election Panel and chat about Saskatoon's LighthouseSend us a textHello Listeners,Thanks for tuning in to Civically Speaking. Much appreciation.We have James Yachyshen and Darcy Warrington joining us again to debrief on the latest Provincial By-Election results from Saskatoon Meewasin.We then turn our attention to a discussion about the Saskatoon Lighthouse and the stopping of provincial funding - and need to find new places for emergency sheltering for homeless people in Saskatoon. A lesson in governance and more, perhaps.Tune in. Share with others. Thanks to co-host, Christina Cherneskey for n...
2022-10-0528 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.09.27 Civically Speaking - Post Saskatoon Meewasin Provincial By-Election DiscussionSend us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in. Much appreciation.In this episode, Christina Cherneskey and I do a bit of de-brief on the results of the recent Saskatoon Meewasin By-Election. Nathaniel Teed, NDP, is the unofficial new MLA for the constituency. Congratulations to Nathaniel and thank you to all who stepped up as candidates. We ask a number of questions and share some very preliminary thoughts - in the absence of having the full break-down of results. Have a listen, add your own thoughts, and...
2022-09-2829 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.09.20 Civically Speaking - Saskatoon Meewasin Provincial By-Election PanelSend us a textDear Listeners,Thanks for tuning in. First up, be sure to donate to our annual 'Find Your Frequency' FM-Phasis fundraiser. Visit cfcr.ca and please make a donation in the name of Civically Speaking. Grab a chance at some cool swag, or collect a tax receipt, and, have your name put in for a chance to be on this show.During this episode, Christina Cherneskey and I, along with Darcy Warrington and James Yachyshen, have a look at the Saskatoon Meewasin Constituency. We go through who is running and...
2022-09-2129 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.08.30 Civically Speaking Updates with Christina Cherneskey - Saskatoon Arena and moreSend us a textHello Dear Listeners,And just like that, we are back into Fall. Schools starting up. Harvest underway. And, new episodes coming to you here from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and locations nearby.Christina Cherneskey flies solo this show - while I am away caring about a Mom and brother. She catches us up on the latest news regarding where Saskatoon's proposed new arena may go. Tune in and listen to updates about this and other happenings in our community.Civically speaking,Lenore Swystun, Hostwith Co-Host Ch...
2022-09-0628 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.08.23 Civically Speaking - What's in the news with Christina CherneskeySend us a textThanks for tuning in, Listeners,This week Christina Cherneskey and I touch on a few news worthy stories from our province and elsewhere. Health care, airports, and Ukraine feature prominently in our discussions.Have a great rest of summer. Time is quickly running out as we pivot toward Fall (say it ain't so). Thanks for supporting community radio.Civically speaking ,Lenore - your hostCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2022-08-2427 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.08.16 Civically Speaking A Summer's End Chat with Christina CherneskeySend us a textHello Dear Listeners,It's been quite the summer of all kind of activities, news and happenings.Christina Cherneskey joins the show as we reflect on our summers.Stay safe. Be well. Civically speaking,Lenore, HostCivically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2022-08-2328 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.05.03 Civically Speaking - Civic Round-up (Saskatoon) and latest on the Ukraine Front with Christina CherneskeySend us a textDear Listeners,Christina Cherneskey and I are back with the latest news out of Saskatoon's City Hall and an update on the invasion of Ukraine by Russia's President Putin. Avian Flu, SPCA, downtown grocery store and water conservation are recent City items.Day 69 of Putin's invasion on Ukraine. We also talk about the latest theories surrounding Putin's health.Have a listen. Thanks for tuning in. Be sure to support community radio and stations like CFCR that are headquartered in Saskatoon.Civically Speaking,Y...
2022-05-0429 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.04.26 Civically Speaking - Civic Round-up (Saskatoon) and latest on the Ukraine Front with Christina CherneskeySend us a textHello Listeners,Thanks for tuning in. Really enjoyed this show - where Christina Cherneskey and I share the latest news out of Saskatoon City Hall. We talk tall buildings, four-leggeds, transit and Ari Avivi's favourite topic - outstanding parking ticket revenue and ways to get creative in getting people to pay their tickets. Tune in for this alone.We also touch base on the latest announcements around boosters for Covid19. Those 50 years of age and older now qualify in Saskatchewan. To to Saskhealth for further information about this and wh...
2022-04-2728 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.04.19 Civically Speaking Russia's Invasion of Ukraine Part 5 with Christina CherneskeySend us a textThanks so much for tuning in, Civically Speaking Listeners,Much much appreciation.It is an honour to be discussing, alongside Christina Cherneskey, the atrocities playing out in Ukraine. This week we do a bit of a check in on what is the latest news and then close with reflecting on our own reconciling as descendants of Ukrainian.Civically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.
2022-04-2028 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.04.11 Civically Speaking Russian Invasion of Ukraine Part 4 with Christina CherneskeySend us a textThanks for tuning in dear listeners,And, a big thank you to Christina Cherneskey for joining me in this series on the Russian Invasion of Ukraine. We continue with our check-in's on Ukraine. Christina shares a clip from her podcast with her friend and colleague, Meron Sembaliuk. Meron has been in Ukraine for the past few weeks - after landing there to do business and then finding himself in the middle of a war.We also check in on what various Nation-States are saying (and doing) with...
2022-04-1327 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.04.05 Civically Speaking Russian Invasion of Ukraine Part 3 with Christina CherneskeySend us a textThanks so much for tuning in Listeners,Hearts out to all of the people of Ukraine from our little community radio studio on the prairies in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. There are many efforts going on across Saskatchewan to provide humanitarian aide to Ukraine. Much appreciation for these efforts. Every bit of support will be helpful during these times. And note, the Federal Government and Provincial Government have been working to provide refugee support. So keep this in mind too for those of you who have any abilities to help with housing provisions.
2022-04-0627 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.03.15 Civically Speaking RUSSIAN INVASION OF UKRAINE Part 2 Continuing coverage with Christina CherneskeySend us a textThanks for tuning in Dear Listeners,With all the events going on in the world, we are focusing on the current invasion of Ukraine by Putin's Russian Army. Christina catches up with her colleague still in Ukraine starting up some community development efforts. And, we share some of the recent news regarding the current situation.Have a listen. Share with others. Support humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. To hear the full interview Christina had with her colleague Meron, here's the direct link to her podcast. MERON S...
2022-03-3028 minCivically Speaking Podcast with Host, Lenore Swystun and Co-Host, Christina Cherneskey2022.03.15 Civically Speaking RUSSIAN INVASION OF UKRAINE Part 1 An interview with Christina CherneskeySend us a textDear Listeners,In this episode, Christina Cherneskey, Communications Expert, and I have a conversation about the Russian Invasion of Ukraine, led by President Vladimir Putin. As part of our discussion, Christina shares a part of an impromptu interview she had with a dear colleague of hers, Meron Sembaliuk, who was in Ukraine when the war broke out and who is hoping to leave soon.Have a listen. We talk about our connections to Ukraine and about her experience in Ukraine, as visitor there since her teens, and a...
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