Almost 107
Get real people. Get real matters. Get real with the 'Almost 107' podcast! Nothing is off limits.
Fanshawe College journalism students bring you voices and stories from London, Ontario and beyond to inform, educate and entertain.
'Almost 107' is original news and views content. It's an extension of work produced for 106.9 The X (CIXX-FM). Check out more stories on our website 1069TheX.com and follow us on X-Twitter @1069TheX
Interviews
Storytelling
London
How To
Education
News
Stories
News Commentary
Society & Culture
Documentary
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 18 minutes
- Episodes
- 187
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Thames River Health
The Thames might just be a stinky river for you. But this might not be the case for many people being affected by the water quality and different environmental issues. Tom Cull from the Antler River …
00:17:08 |
Fri 31 Mar 2023
The Cycling Community Part II
In this follow-up, XFM Reporter Ibrahim Lynn takes another look at the London Cycling community and two of its social hubs. While also talking about what progress has been made across the city’s cycl…
00:18:25 |
Thu 30 Mar 2023
Diversity in the Esports community
Join CJ Goater has he talks to Wishyful and Mins101 casters for the Fanshawe Fuel as they discuss diversity in the esports community, and how its a fun safe space that goes beyond a place to play vid…
00:19:30 |
Wed 29 Mar 2023
Through the eyes of an athlete in the CrossFit world
Crossfit hasn't been around for that long but it's starting to get recognized more as a real sport. We dove into what it looks like to be an elite athlete in the Crossfit world. Jack Farlow competed …
00:19:30 |
Fri 24 Mar 2023
London couple breaks longest habanero kiss record
Mike and Jamie Jack broke the Guinness world record for longest habanero kiss because the recent record was 3.5 minutes and they set it to 15 minutes. Mike has broken other hot pepper challenges but …
00:17:37 |
Thu 23 Mar 2023
Ideal Partner
All humans are looking for an ideal partner, someone to accompany them in their adventures, who have common interests and similar humor, however, this is the only thing they need to find an ideal par…
00:16:08 |
Wed 22 Mar 2023
Life of a Masters Student
Join CJ Goater, and Drake Mosca has the discuss life as a master degree student, stress, career aspirations, and more.
Drake Mosca is a masters student at Guelph University.
00:18:35 |
Mon 20 Mar 2023
Love Talks: He Cheated?
Sometimes love is unpredictable, but what if he cheated? You gave him all your heart and he neglected your feelings. Is breakup the only decision?
00:16:38 |
Fri 17 Mar 2023
Pharmacists new prescribing powers
Ontario pharmacists are granted a new power to prescribe. What are the benefits? How is this going to affect the healthcare system? Jen Belcher from the Ontario Pharmacists Association, and Fanshawe …
00:18:00 |
Thu 16 Mar 2023
From working at CTV to creating 519 Sports Online
In this episode of almost 107 the podcast, we have Darren Stevenson on to talk about the company he created which is 519 sports online. Darren worked for 12 years as the sports anchor for CTV news Ki…
00:16:51 |
Wed 15 Mar 2023
Ex Canada`s got talent participant story
Welcome to a new episode of Almost 107 Podcast.
Today we will review the story of Karelia Costales. A Cuban singer had to overcome many setbacks to perform in one of the most renowned talent reality…
00:17:21 |
Sun 12 Mar 2023
Dating Apps: love hate relationship
Online dating applications have become one of the most popular resources to meet people and having relationships with them, but can you create a lasting relationship from a dating application? what a…
00:17:27 |
Fri 10 Mar 2023
How To Get Over A Breakup
We choose our partner and search for their attention which falls under personal accomplishment. It takes time and effort to communicate at first even if there’s mutual connection.
Being in a healthy…
00:16:25 |
Sun 05 Mar 2023
Life on the Spectrum
Sources
Morrison, D. (2017, November 27). Why autism strikes mostly boys. Office of the Vice President for Research. Retrieved March 2, 2023, from https://research.umn.edu/inquiry/post/why-autism-str…
00:18:18 |
Thu 02 Mar 2023
Handgun Ban: Punishment or Protection?
Reporter Robert Van Ryswyck dives into Canada's sweeping handgun ban with Liberal MP Peter Fragiskatos and Gun store owner Wayne Goble. The two men offer answers to questions like: Why are firearms g…
00:17:08 |
Fri 17 Feb 2023
Combating "Freshman 15"
The “Freshman 15” is a term used when 1st year post secondary students gain 15 pounds for a variety of reasons. Most do their best to try and avoid it but for 1st year students adjusting to a new sch…
00:16:07 |
Thu 16 Feb 2023
Growth of Canadian Basketball
Basketball is special. The combination of speed, skill, athleticism and teamwork makes it one of the greatest sports in the World. The popularity of basketball in Canada has skyrocketed over the past…
00:17:07 |
Wed 15 Feb 2023
Sport Food Supplements - Scam Or Real ?
Sport food supplements... It is always been a controversial topic to discuss. Jason Antunes Fitness Trainer and Nutritionist from Fanshawe College will discuss if they are real or scam. We will learn…
00:17:36 |
Tue 14 Feb 2023
On the Frontline of Ontario's Healthcare System
If you speak with almost anyone involved in Ontario’s healthcare system, they say it’s in the middle of a crisis. Underpaid, overworked, and understaffed are the common refrain of people who are on t…
00:19:06 |
Fri 10 Feb 2023
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