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    Calgary Journal Podcasts

    The podcast companion to The Calgary Journal, made up of approximately 200 student reporters from year one to four of Mount Royal University's journalism program based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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    Episodes (57)

    Nursing Podcast

    Nursing Podcast
    Welcome to the Calgary Journal Podcast. I’m your host Scott Rowan. According to a study by the Canadian Federation of Nurses Union (CFNU), 36 percent of registered nurses screened positive for depression, and 26 percent of registered nurses suffer from anxiety. Clinical burnout, PTSD, and panic disorder are other reported illnesses. Given the stress, burnout, and PTSD, why would anyone want to become a nurse in the modern day? Today I’m here with two second year nursing students at Mount Royal University, Mido Ibrahim and Neha Shake to figure out exactly how they feel about their stress and why they want to be nurses.
    Calgary Journal Podcasts
    enDecember 18, 2023

    Solutions Podcast: Food Insecurity

    Solutions Podcast: Food Insecurity
    In this podcast episode, Calgary Journal reporters Marco Palomino, Abby Parker and Ashley Pfeifer, sit down with Gabriella Wong Ken from The Hatch and Meaghon Reid from Vibrant Communities Calgary to explore the small and large scale solutions combatting food insecurity.
    Calgary Journal Podcasts
    enApril 26, 2023

    Solutions Pocast: Pay what you can businesses

    Solutions Pocast: Pay what you can businesses
    This episode follows student journalists, Gurleen Jassal and Hannah Papke, as they discuss with James Gamage about the Social Impact Lab and how their business is making day-to-day more affordable for Calgarians. This story also follows the Good Neighbour store in downtown Calgary where their pay-what-you-can business model is on full display in the community. This episode was produced by Matt DeMille.

    Solutions Podcast: Refugee health needs

    Solutions Podcast: Refugee health needs
    There is no shortage of news about problems — social problems, political problems, climate problems. But what about the solutions? We believe the solution side of the equation is just as important as the problem. In the Journal’s ongoing podcast series, we take a vexxing problem each episode and talk to experts who are solving that problem.
    Calgary Journal Podcasts
    enApril 26, 2023

    The Solutions Podcast: Student Finances

    The Solutions Podcast: Student Finances

    There is no shortage of news about problems — social problems, political problems, climate problems. But what about the solutions?

    We believe the solution side of the equation is just as important as the problem. In the Journal’s ongoing podcast series, we take a vexxing problem each episode and talk to experts who are solving that problem. 

    Calgary Journal Podcasts
    enApril 26, 2023

    "Not even water?" A Ramadan podcast episode 3

    "Not even water?" A Ramadan podcast episode 3
    The third episode is a 'sisters' panel, in which we are joined by five MRU students and Alumni: Suha, Fatima Nyei, Muna Samantar, Reem Amin, and Aliza Fouad. They speak about their experiences during the month of ramadan, the challenges of being away from home, and the traditions they enjoy.
    Calgary Journal Podcasts
    enApril 20, 2023

    "Not even water?" A Ramadan podcast episode 2

    "Not even water?" A Ramadan podcast episode 2
    The second episode features a 'brothers' panel, we are joined by four MRU students: Abdulmuiz Abdullahi, Fawaz Saleem, Mohammed Mahdi Mir, and Abdullah Ibn Ozair. As well as a cybersecurity expert and recent convert to Islam: Dario. They shed light on their experiences, and what it's like to be muslim in Calgary (and abroad) during ramadan.
    Calgary Journal Podcasts
    enApril 20, 2023

    "Not even water?" A Ramadan podcast episode 1

    "Not even water?" A Ramadan podcast episode 1
    "Not even water?" is the question Muslim-Canadians hear most often during the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan is the ninth month in the lunar calendar and consists of 30 days in which Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. But this is a very surface level understanding of what Ramadan really is, so we started this podcast to give people a slightly deeper look into the month. Episode one is an educational episode with Ustadh Omar Al Bastami, to answer the question of "what is ramadan?"
    Calgary Journal Podcasts
    enApril 20, 2023

    Car-free Adventures with the Klingbeil Sisters

    Car-free Adventures with the Klingbeil Sisters

    The Green Podcast focuses on environmental concerns with host Cassie Hearn and features expert guests who will talk about their experience tackling climate change. 

    This episode features Calgary adventure bloggers Annalise and Cailynn Klingbeil. The sisters co-write a blog called Go Outside, giving Calgarians advice on how to fully embrace outdoor activities that exist within their backyard. 

    Recently, Annalise and Cailynn have discussed exploring Calgary in a “car-free” way, enticing Calgarians to ditch the car, lace up a pair of sneakers, and adventure the city on foot. 

    According to the World Health Organization, choosing to walk instead of driving reduces greenhouse gas and air pollution emissions, while also supporting one’s mental well-being. 

    Annalise Klingbeil studied communications at the University of Calgary and is the co-founder of Champion Communications and PR. A freelance journalist and editor, Cailynn Klingbeil has written for many publications, including The New York Times, The Guardian, and The Globe and Mail.

    Calgary Journal Podcasts
    enApril 20, 2023

    Green Podcast: Zero-Waste Living

    Green Podcast: Zero-Waste Living

    The Green Podcast focuses on environmental concerns with host Cassie Hearn and features expert guests who will talk about their experience tackling climate change. 

    This episode features Green Calgary coordinators Grace Wark and Mafe Barrera, who will be discussing living a zero-waste lifestyle. With Waste Reduction Week in Canada having occurred from Oct. 17 to 23, now is the time to learn some recycling tips to practice throughout the year! 

    Before joining Green Calgary, Wark completed studies in environmental science and geography and is now focused on creating a sustainable Calgary. 

    Barrera has a passion for animals and plants, spending many years volunteering with organizations in Columbia that focused on preservation. Barrera has studied environmental remediation and hopes to study environmental sciences in the future.

    Clubs of MRU: Women's Rugby

    Clubs of MRU: Women's Rugby
    Welcome to the Calgary Journal Podcast’s new podcast series: Clubs of MRU. Sam Chipera, the Podcast Editor for the Calgary Journal, dives into Mount Royal Universities clubs to discover their passions, impacts and latest developments. In Episode 1 of the series, Sam sat down with the vice-president of MRU’s Women’s Rugby team and learned how this club connected her with life-long friends, while also talking about what they’ve been up to this semester, having cancelled their rugby season due to COVID-19. Be sure to check out calgaryjournal.ca for more stories, alongside our social media.

    Clubs of MRU: Best Buddies

    Clubs of MRU: Best Buddies
    In Episode 3 of Clubs of MRU, Podcast Editor Sam Chipera took a look into a club of support and nurturing, to see how some clubs goals are to just make university life a lot smoother for our students. Sam sat down with the MRU branch of Best Buddies, a club that supports those who may be struggling and pairs them up with a ‘buddy’ to help create a safe environment for those who need it. Be sure to check out calgaryjournal.ca for more stories, alongside our social media.

    Clubs of MRU: Club N3rd

    Clubs of MRU: Club N3rd
    In Episode 2 of Clubs of MRU, Podcast Editor Sam Chipera virtually spoke with one of Mount Royal Universities most populous clubs, to learn just how high-volume clubs such as this one, operate with their own passions during COVID-19. To tell you more, MRU Club N3rd’s executive, Maria Mikova, spoke about how the club fosters a warm and friendly atmosphere for all those who enjoy gaming, in any form that may take. Be sure to check out calgaryjournal.ca for more stories, alongside our social media.