
The Signal
CBC Podcasts & Radio On-Demand
Every weekday, Adam Walsh starts a new conversation on The Signal. It's a show about what's on your mind now, and what people aren't talking about...yet. The Signal will make you think, smile and learn more about the place you call home.
Location:
United States
Networks:
CBC Podcasts & Radio On-Demand
Description:
Every weekday, Adam Walsh starts a new conversation on The Signal. It's a show about what's on your mind now, and what people aren't talking about...yet. The Signal will make you think, smile and learn more about the place you call home.
Twitter:
@CBCCrosstalk
Language:
English
Email:
crosstalk@cbc.ca
Episodes
Three things everyone with a mortgage should know.
3/27/2023
The show meets with financial advisor Rob Tizzard for a big chat about mortgages. We ask folks if they are about to or if they have renewed their mortgage recently and how that is affecting them. Plus we speak with local country music singer Zay Nova on a new song about his mother's gift to him... the gift of a Brave Heart.
Duration:00:50:42
N.L. Public Libraries have a new program that will get you into places for free
3/26/2023
We hear from groups involved with Newfoundland and Labrador Public Libraries Connect Pass Program. It allows library patrons to book passes for free admission to a wide range of museums, galleries, parks, gardens, recreational activities, performing arts shows, and sports games across the province. We also talk about perfiorming Shakespeare in high school.
Duration:00:51:03
What impact can social innovation have on our communities?
3/23/2023
On this show we look at social innovation and how community programs can play a role in keeping folks housed, keeping families together and keeping young people in school. A big part of the conversation focuses on early intervention and prevention.
Duration:00:51:17
What do social workers do? We will tell you
3/22/2023
It is national social work month so for this show we lined up social workers to talk about what they do and why they do it. Across N.L. there are 1,800 social workers and they work in a bunch of different roles supporting health, mental health and well-being
Duration:00:53:37
We head to The Rooms for Sharing Our Cultures
3/21/2023
Join Adam and the team as they meet young folks with diverse backgrounds from across Newfoundland and Labrador.
Duration:00:48:47
Where's the Food? A look at what is being grown and havested in N.L.
3/20/2023
Join Adam for a chat with Dan Rubin, the founder and chairperson of the Food Producers Forum. They look at the results of a new survey that is providing a roadmap to better enhance food security in the province. Also catch an interview with local musician Jay Heart and his "fusionary" music.
Duration:00:51:42
Golden anniversary! Talking about 50 years of publishing for Breakwater Books.
3/19/2023
Join us as we explore the staying power of a Breakwater and hear from some of its authors. We also talk to a national expert about this province and food insecurity.
Duration:00:50:35
St. Patrick's Day
3/16/2023
We will share stories and music from the Emerald Isle and talk about this province's ties to Ireland, both historically and in the modern day.
Duration:00:44:54
The Signal Connects: Street photographer Ritche Perez
3/15/2023
Join us as we explore Ritche's world of street photography trough his lens. A conversation about connecting with strangers and finding community in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Duration:00:45:55
We head to The Big Land for the 2023 Labrador Winter Games
3/14/2023
Meet some of the folks competing in and behind the scenes of the Games. Also catch a conversation about the non-profit Sharing Our Cultures. The group's mission is to create spaces for the voices, cultures, histories, and experiences of all children and youth to be heard, seen, and valued.
Duration:00:50:23
You brew you. A dive into the world of coffee.
3/13/2023
We explore the world of coffee from seed to cup. Don't know your Arabica from your Robusta? We have you covered. We also speak with a guest who is helping folks reframe dysphoria.
Duration:00:53:44
What role should municipalities have in health-care?
3/8/2023
We tackle whether municipalities should use operating funds to attract health professionals. We also hear from an energy advisor who has deets on home heating grants and rebates that can save you money.
Duration:00:50:56
What are you thinking about this year on International Women's Day?
3/7/2023
Join university students Manaar Shahabuddin and Jenna Reid as they share their thoughts on the importance of gender equity. We hear from a range of voices and get their thoughts on the day. Plus we have an interview about wind development projects in central Newfoundland.
Duration:00:55:29
How to close the book on your finances
3/6/2023
Learn how to close the book on your finances with Kimberley and Larry Short. And hear from a mechanical engineering researcher who is turning the tide—quite literally.
Duration:00:51:25
Meet NL's Juno Nominees
3/6/2023
Meet this year's crop of Juno nominees! The Signal spend the hour chatting with them about their work, their passion and what success like this means for the arts in NL.
Duration:00:47:19
Provincial Plumbing Woes and Wind Development Consultations
3/3/2023
Provincial Plumbing Woes and Wind Development Consultations
Duration:00:49:15
Adult Literacy
3/2/2023
We learn about adult literacy in this province. Newfoundland and Labrador has some of the lowest literacy rates in the country. We find out why that is and about programs that are designed to improve the rates.
Duration:00:54:21
Meeting some real go getters!
2/28/2023
Today on the show we met some real go getters... members of Go Getters NL and found out about their passion projects in the community. We also spoke with Marc Babin, host of Radio-Canada's Le Réveil Nouvelle-Écosse/Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador on some live shows.
Duration:00:52:08
Remembering Gordon Pinsent
2/27/2023
Join Mark Critch, Berni Stapleton and others as they remember the life and legacy of the trailblazing, legendary actor Gordon Pinsent.
Duration:00:54:46
Weight Discrimination
2/26/2023
Today on the show we are talking about weight stigma.
Duration:00:50:46