The Signal

This show often highlights the building blocks of community. Today we have an excellent case study on how it’s done -- a chat with folks about starting the Jamaican Association of Newfoundland and Labrador.

In a time of university cuts we have a special discussion for you. Today we ask what do universities owe the public? It's a panel discussion taped back in the spring and organized by MUN's St. John's Office of Public Engagement which was axed in last week's cuts. Guests: Ted Hewitt, president of the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council; Barbara Neis, professor emerita, Memorial University

Today on the show we talk about late July gardening, with a special focus on drought impacts on plants. Guests: Meghan McCarthy, assistant horticulturist, Memorial University Botanical Garden; Sara Hodder, Sweet Pea Garden Design

We start today's show with a look at how climate change is impacting wildfires in Newfoundland and Labrador. Then we spend the rest of the hour having an intergenerational climate change discussion with four climate advocates. Guests: André Arsenault, forest ecologist; Richard Whitaker, climate advocate; Sister Mary Tee, climate advocate; Leah Casey, climate advocate; Megs Scott, climate activist.

Today on the show we dig into the importance of community housing and the role they can play in reversing the housing crisis. We also examine why is there so little community housing stock in Newfoundland and Labrador compared to the rest of the country? GUESTS: Nicole Dawe, executive director, Community Foundation N.L.; Hope Jamieson, president, Annex Consulting. Maria Gentle, executive director, YWCA St. John's; Rosalind Langer, Cooperative Housing Association of N.L.; Ray Sullivan, executive director, Canadian Housing and Renewal Association.

Today on the show we explore all things about the upcoming Bonavista Biennale -- from the art, to the artists and organizers, to economic impacts. Guests: Sue Balint, executive director; Rose Bouthillier, artistic director; Brian Amadi multidisciplinary artist; Daniel Rumbolt, artist and arts administrator; Sarah Baikie, artist; John Fisher, Fishers' Loft Inn.

Perchance Theater is producing “Every Brilliant Thing” - a one man show that touches on issues of mental health. Today, our guests talk about the link between art and mental health especially as a way to start and encourage those difficult conversations.

Horticulturist Todd Boland joins host Adam Walsh for a late July gardening chat. They talk tips and take calls.

Today on the show we talk about the waste that's in our oceans and on our beaches, how to prevent and reduce the pollution, and how to repurpose ocean waste.

We explore free and low-cost ways to enjoy outdoor summer fun in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Two professional coffee roasters and business owners talk all things coffee- from how we they are sourcing them, the business, the ethics of coffee, and what it takes to get a quality cup of coffee.

Dan Rubin is our guest in studio today.

we are broadcasting from inside Our Lady of Mercy Heritage Church. It is the largest and one of the oldest wooden churches in the province.

The show took a trip to Bell Island to talk all things community: history and heritage… current community successes and challenges, and the road ahead.

What are the conservation efforts in Newfoundland and Labrador? What are different groups doing to protect nature areas? What are the roles of municipalities and the province in conservation? What does conservation even mean and look like?

Today in the show we talk about how to build a life in writing and publishing at home. Host Adam Walsh and guests from the arts community talk about the ins and out of making a living in the arts, along with the importance of collaboration and mentorship.

It's gardening day on the show. If you are looking for July garden maintenance tips or to hear how folks across Newfoundland and Labrador are doing with their grow seasons, give us a listen.

Today on the show we talk about work being done to improve health outcomes in Newfoundland and Labrador. You will hear about Community Well-Being Fairs and the impact they're having.

Join host Adam Walsh and CBC trivia master John Gushue for a break from the headlines with The Signal's monthly trivia day.

Today on the show we talk about municipal politics and engagement -- whether it’s running for elections or helping others run, it all matters. With municipal elections coming in October for Newfoundland and Labrador, today's guests are trying to get more folks interested in being part of it all.