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Tech About Town by CommunitechLIVE with Midtown Radio's Deren AtkinsWhat does it take to create a hyperlocal internet radio station? We found out when Deren Atkins joined us LIVE in the Communitech Hub to talk about Midtown Radio. The station is a community-building initiative run a small, dedicated group of volunteers. The goal? To develop and grow a community-based, online radio station, that plays local music and podcasts, as well as small amounts of community information to promote local artists, creators, small businesses and public events.This mini episode was part of our Hub n' Grub: How to Podcast workshop on February 3, 2026.
2026-02-0506 min
Scene2IQScene2IQ - Caleb Khuu: Artist in SessionIn this episode, Deren chats with local Session Musician, Cabel Khuu.Around KW, Caleb is known for his amazing guitar playing in multiple styles, his skillful improve, slick lines and ability to rip a solo. He also teaches at the University of Guelph in the Jazz guitar program.During our conversation, Cabel talks about his early career, inspiration and upcoming projects.
2026-02-0348 min
Scene2IQScene2IQ - Alyssa DVM: Spilling my GutsIn this episode Deren sits down with local musician Alyssa DVM where Alyssa shares pieces from her storytelling process and the background to her musical journey. We discuss song lyrics, collaboration and insights into her tattoos.
2026-01-2753 min
Fables - Völker und Geschichten aus ArranEp. 40: Elfen - Der Geschmack des Todes (Bd.23)Willkommen zurück zu Fables – Völker und Geschichten aus Arran!
In Episode 40 geht es endlich mit den Weißelfen weiter.
Im Mittelpunkt steht Alyana, deren Macht in kurzer Zeit enorm gewachsen ist. Sie ist zum letzten Bollwerk gegen die Riesen geworden, die Arran bedrohen – Ungetüme, die sie selbst einst erweckt hat und die nun alles verwüsten, was sich ihnen in den Weg stellt.
Entschlossen, die von ihr entfesselte Gefahr aufzuhalten, ist Alyana bereit, jedes Mittel einzusetzen. Mit ihren stetig wachsenden Kräften ist sie die einzige Elfe, die zu dieser Heldentat fähig sche...
2026-01-141h 01
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Shannon Knelsen - Talking about Podcasting with Olive YouIn this episode, host Deren Atkins sits down with Shannon Knelsen, a local podcaster, college Professor and all-around creative to talk about her non-profit organization; Olive Branch Mentorship. Shannon also talks about her rise in podcasting, things she's learned and the interesting people she's met along the way.
2025-12-2356 min
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Gladwyn Badger - RenegadeIn this episode of the Scene2IQ podcast, host Deren Atkins interviews with indigenous musician and artist Gladwyn Badger discussing his musical journey, cultural identity, and EP 'Renegade'
2025-11-1837 min
Trending Topics Tech TalkPatrick Gruhn: 1 Million Dollar für die nächste Startup-GenerationPatrick Gruhn hat schon einiges hinter sich aber auch vor sich: Vor einigen Jahren verkaufte er die Digital Assets AG an FTX - der Rest ist Geschichte. Nun macht er mitten im neuen Krypto-Hype nicht nur das Comeback mit Perpetuals.com, sondern unterstützt bei der German University of Digital Science (German UDS) ein Startup-Programm, das mit 1 Million US-Dollar Investmentkapital ausgestattet ist.Welche Startups sucht er, wie steht die Krypto-Industrie in Europa im Vergleich zu den USA da, und welche Rolle spielt Regulierung heute beim Aufbau neuer Krypto-Firmen - darüber sprechen wir heute im Podcast mit Pa...
2025-10-0929 min
ON THE SCENEAugust 21st 2025 // Deren Atkins Interviews 23Dreamz & Carlos at the Life of Dreamerz Studio in DTKIn this episode, producer and guest-host Deren Atkins (from the Scene2IQ Podcast) interviews 23Dreamz and Carlos at their "Life of Dreamerz" studio. 23 talks about his upcoming mix-tape release, being in the documentary "Hip-hop Hope" (produced by Bon Park Media, and Sara Geidlinger) as well as what it's like to have a studio in the current music landscape in KW. Carlos adds his thoughts on community involvement and the different aspects of what their studio can offer. If you are interested in recording your project at the Life of Dreamerz studio, check out their socials to get in to...
2025-08-2141 min
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Sapling and Sky Studio - Community not CompitetionIn this episode I talk with the founders of Sapling and Sky Studio - Joshua Pascua and Doran Leung. Joshua has been a local musician/teacher/artist for a decade in the Kitchener/Waterloo region and has performed dozens of shows, from main stage at the multi-cultural festival, to on tour in the USA. His infectious energy and voice always gets the crowd moving.Doran is a accomplished violinist and personal trainer, and has a background in teaching as well. Together, they make up the core of Sapling and Sky, a community focused recording studio that is...
2025-08-1258 min
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Kylira - A Passion ProjectIn this episode, Kylira joins me to talk about her passion projects including her singing, harp-playing, getting into the music industry, working with SGI (stonebridge guitar international) and her new studio project in Queubec.
2025-06-2342 min
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Sara Geidlinger - Documenting JoyIn this episode, Sara Geidlinger joins me to chat about her creative pursuits in film, music and community building.Her podcasts and documentaries have reached thousands of people within the tricities and beyond. Notably, "Hip-hop Hope" and "The Ref Didn't See It" speak to the impact that music and wrestling have on young people, bringing joy to their lives and fostering a sense of belonging within their local community.
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Fables - Völker und Geschichten aus ArranEp. 22: Die Saga der Zwerge - Jorun von der Schmiede (Bd.6)Willkommen zurück zu "Fables – Völker und Geschichten aus Arran"!
Heute kehren wir zurück zu den Zwergen. Zu einer Familie, deren Name in den Hallen der Schmiede ebenso für Ruhm wie für Schmerz steht.
Jorun, der jüngere Sohn des berüchtigten Haudraufs Redwin von der Schmiede, wächst im Schatten seines älteren Bruders Ulrog auf. Während Ulrog von Geburt an das Talent des Schmiedens besitzt, bleibt Jorun diese Anerkennung verwehrt.
Gefangen in der Enttäuschung seines Vaters und dem eigenen Zorn, wird Jorun zunehmend rebellisch. Seine Wut kennt keine G...
2025-05-071h 10
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Sam Nabi - TapestrySam Nabi is a local hip-hop artist, poet and community activist. If you are in the KW scene, he needs no introduction.In this episode, Sam talks about his latest and one of his older tracks, both with heartfelt lyrics and an unmistakable message. We also talk about what it means to be mixed-race, and the current world climate and the impact art has on all these things.
2025-04-0859 min
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Ayesha Ahad - RosesAyesha Ahad is an accomplished musician in her own rite, which is amazing considering she's only been performing for a couple of years in KW.On this episode, Ayesha shares her journey and how she ended up working with Rufus John and the Legacy Showcase through Freedom Marching Project. She also discusses a couple of her songs and the stories behind them.
2025-03-2549 min
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Chudear Oyual - Live Off the Floor Book Release & Open MicIn this episode, we rebroadcast the live-off-the-floor recording of Chudear's new poetry book release (through survival) and open mic.Chu reads a selection of her poems, as well as other performances of poetry and music from some talented guest audience members.
2025-03-1153 minScene2IQScene2IQ: Pauline Tolentino - Classroom ChatsPauline Tolentino is taking the Kitchener/Waterloo music scene by storm. Originally from the Philippines and starting her journey as an international student, she has successfully navigated the music scene here and has already had key performances at events such as the first Asian Night Market (put on by the BIA and City of Kitchener, in partnership with Good Co. Production) and many other open mics/restaurants in the tricities. Pretty good for only being in Canada for less than 2 years.
2025-02-1847 minScene2IQScene2IQ: Chudear Oyual - The Cult of ArtMiss Chu (Chudear @madebychu.o) is a Sudanese artist whose poetry and visual art captivate audiences. Her art helps people connect with their ancestors and her poetry speak to your soul. She is also the founder of some amazing community projects that helped to showcase local artists and venues from the Bipoc community and beyond. I was so grateful for the opportunity to share this conversation with her. Check out her new book of poetry on her Instagram page.
2025-01-2142 minScene2IQScene2IQ: J-ONE - Why?The inspirational J-ONE joins me on this episode to talk all things music therapy. J also shares her journey in the community, moving to KW and some amazing shows she's put on, collaborating with some of KW's greatest talents in the BIPOC community.
2024-11-2645 minScene2IQScene2IQ: Anat Hector - ButterflyAnat Hector joins me to talk about her amazing journey of musical inspiration and healing while in the Dominican Republic for 8 years. She also shares her new and unreleased (at the time of publishing this podcast) single, "Butterfly" a beautiful dedication to her spiritual mentor.
2024-11-1157 min
ON THE SCENEOctober 31, 2024 // Aashay Dalvi & Mike Elliott and Tim Lee LIVE @ Midnight Run CafeIn our first ever HALLOWEEN episode of On The Scene, hosts Allison Dyjach and Darek Reidel head to Midnight Run Cafe in Uptown Waterloo to chat with special guests! Aashay Dalvi returns to recommend some of their favourite films and television shows to celebrate DIWALLOWEEN, the first time that Diawli and Halloween have fallen on the same night! In the second half of the show, musicians Mike Elliott and Tim Lee join the show to talk about their history of playing blues with bands, on their own, and how they'll join forces for the first time on November 7th...
2024-11-051h 20Scene2IQScene2IQ: Marshall Veroni - Moving WaterMarshall Veroni stops by and we chat about 3 of his songs, as well as his experiences in the backcountry. Marshall talks about his first experience in rapids/moving water on a river trip and we muse over the creative process as it connects with being in nature.
2024-10-2958 min
ON THE SCENEOctober 14, 2024 // J-One and Deren Atkins LIVE @ Sugar Run BarIn this week's episode, the On The Scene team heads to Sugar Run Bar in Kitchener ON to chat with local musician and community leader J-One, and Podcast Host and Midtown Radio producer Deren Atkins. Hosts Allison Dyjach and Darek Reidel hear from J-One about her lifelong passion for hip-hop and community, and how she has found family and connections within the local KW hip-hop community when she moved here a few years ago to pursue a degree in Music Therapy at Wilfrid Laurier. They also chat with Deren about his newly launched podcast, Scene2Sceniq that e...
2024-10-281h 01
ON THE SCENESeptember 26, 2024 // Jordan Long & Brenda Mabel Reid LIVE @ Counterpoint BrewingIn our Season 5 premiere, the On The Scene team heads to Counterpoint Brewing in Kitchener ON to chat with local musician Jordan Long and local mixed media artist Brenda Mabel Reid. Hosts Allison Dyjach, Shelby Bolitsky, and Darek Reidel hear from Jordan about his new EP release "The Window Seat" and how he was able to create a concept album of complex emotions. They also chat with Brenda about their newly launched magazine "In Process: Visiting Creatives In Their Spaces" that profiles local artists, as well as their upcoming interactive "Nap Tour" event happening in Victoria Park. ...
2024-09-291h 07Scene2IQScene2IQ: Juneyt - Turkish FlamencoJuneyt is a Turkish-born guitar player of many styles. He landed in the Waterloo region over 10 years ago and has taken the scene by storm with his flamenco style, wowing audiences wherever he plays. Behind the talent is a deep soul, and Juenty sits down with Deren to talk about their shared heritage (Deren has Turkish ancestry), his life in Turkey and passion for music, and the hard work he put in to make it where he is today.
2024-09-2358 minScene2IQScene2IQ: Rachel Hickey - No "Excuses"Rachel Hickey, an up-and-coming Indy-Folk songwriter sits down with Deren to discuss her song lyrics, background in music, family dynamics and passion for the outdoors.
2024-09-2350 min
FotomenschenHerStory - Frauen und Fotografie
====> 30x Fotogeschichte(n) - Ein Lesebuch für Fotograf*innen mit und ohne Kamera
2021-02-1959 min
#DiePodcastin im Bild: Isabel Rohner& Regula Stämpfli über Fotografinnen wie Abbot, Atkins, Käsebier, Taro, Cameron, Baker, Freund, Lange, Wearing, Lorna Simpson, Bourke-White, Cunnigham uva#DiePodcastin im Bild: Isabel Rohner& Regula Stämpfli über Fotografinnen wie Abbot, Atkins, Käsebier, Taro, Cameron, Baker, Lange, Freund, Wearing, Simpson, Bourke-White, Cunnigham uva
Willkommen im Pantheon der Unkonventionalität. Die Welt der Fotografie wäre nichts ohne die Frauen. Als das Medium 1839 erfunden wurde, hatte es noch nichts vom akademischen und pornografischen Glamour, der die Kamera zum Männerobjekt gemacht hat. Es war die Technik der Demokratisierung und der Frauen. Je progressiver ein Medium, umso mehr Frauen: Dies war bei der Kamera, beim Auto und beim Computer so. Sobald sich die Männer die Technik aneigne...
2020-12-1200 min