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Almost 107
106.9 The X journalists
207 episodes
1 day ago
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
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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
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News Commentary
Education,
Society & Culture,
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How To,
Documentary
Episodes (20/207)
Almost 107
Behind the Screen: What is it like to be a content creator?
This episode explores what it is like to be a content creator beyond what they post. We will talk with Adam Buckley, the person behind the YouTube channel ADoseofBuckley with 535 000 subscribers. From the live streaming platform Twitch, we have Kevin Robinson who streams from the channel Muttski with 13 000 followers. With both content creators we will be able to get a glimpse of what it's like behind the scenes.
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1 day ago
18 minutes 3 seconds

Almost 107
The hardest person to love
They say love starts from within but what if the person you struggle to love most is yourself? Join host Melissa as she sits down with Amar Hisso, a recent High school graduate who shares her story of insecurity and growth, and Jeff A.D. Martin, a motivational speaker helping people find purpose through pain. It’s an honest, emotional look at what self-love truly means in a world that keeps telling you you’re not enough.
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1 day ago
16 minutes 57 seconds

Almost 107
Are video games becoming too competitive?
In this episode, we will take a deeper dive into if video games are becoming too competitive. We will be talking with current e-sports player and team captain from Fanshawe, Logan Daigle and a current e-sports coach from Fanshawe Bob Lenson. With these insights, we will find out if the future is bright for the video game industry or if the competitiveness will make gaming harder in the future.
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1 day ago
16 minutes 6 seconds

Almost 107
Coming out the Other Side
This episode of ALMOST 107 explores gender-affirming care, answering common questions about how it works. Host Finn Dermo speaks with author and activist Sydney Broulliard-Coyle to talk about what gender-affirming care means for the transgender community. Additionally, explore the inner mechanisms of delivering care with Dr. Robby Stein, an endocrinologist at LHSC’s Gender Pathways Program.
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2 days ago
16 minutes 47 seconds

Almost 107
The harmful normalization of online gambling
In August of 2021, Canada legalized single event sports betting. Nobody knew at the time, but the craze that was coming would be one of the biggest addictions the world has ever seen. Gambling is recreational, not a way of life, and some younger folks may have had to learn that the hard way. Join host Ede Brecevic alongside Thames Valley CMHA addictions counselor April Laithwaite as they discuss the dangers of online gambling, and how it's becoming harmful to today's youth.
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1 week ago
15 minutes 39 seconds

Almost 107
Balancing study and work as an International student
In this episode of Almost 107, host Parasdeep Singh talks about how international students handle both study and work in Canada. Jashan, a Fanshawe graduate, shares how he struggled at first with time, money, and missing home, but learned to plan better and stay strong. Mohit from Phantom Ltd helps students find fair part-time jobs and gives advice on managing work and studies. The episode shows that life as a student isn’t easy, but with good planning, rest, and support, it’s possible to do well.
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1 week ago
14 minutes 12 seconds

Almost 107
The pride of being a Blue Jays fan
With ongoing political tension between Canada and the United States, sports fans are feeling more prideful than ever. Fans of Canadian teams such as the Blue Jays are choosing to cheer for Canada. Join host Jacob Weirmier as he talks with Blue Jays fans and Ian Hunter, a reporter from Blue Jays nation.
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1 week ago
13 minutes 16 seconds

Almost 107
Transathletes in competitive sport
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Travers from Simon Fraser University to talk about trans athletes and the broader conversation around fairness in sport. We explore how factors like money, genetics, and access to training shape competition—often more than gender identity. Dr. Travers also helps unpack recent policies targeting trans athletes and what they mean for the future of inclusive sport.
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2 weeks ago
18 minutes 2 seconds

Almost 107
Northern Gridiron: the future of Canadian Football Prospects
On this episode of the Almost 107 podcast we take a look at the current day state of Canadian Football prospects and where the future of them are going to go.
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2 weeks ago
16 minutes 31 seconds

Almost 107
Superheroes on the screen
On this episode of Almost 107, we talk all things comic books and comic book movies to see what impact modern comic book movies have on the world of comic books and world of movies
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3 weeks ago
17 minutes 15 seconds

Almost 107
Men Under Fire
Are young men really that lonely? Are we failing young men as a society? Today we explore the male loneliness epidemic with Anova's manager of education and prevention, Allison Preyde.
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3 weeks ago
17 minutes 10 seconds

Almost 107
DEI SHOULD DIE?
In this episode, we dive into the current challenges facing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, with special guest Fanshawe Director of EDI, Joseph Pazzano. Together, we explore why DEI matters now more than ever, dispelling the myth that equity comes at the cost of excellence. Joseph shares insights on how DEI drives innovation, fairness, and stronger communities.
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4 weeks ago
16 minutes 38 seconds

Almost 107
All about the K-pop
Have you ever been to a concert? How about K-pop performances? Do you know about the K-pop Demon Hunters that are gaining popularity around the world? "K-pop Demon Hunters" streaming on Netflix has become very popular worldwide, and the enthusiasm for K-pop doesn't cool down even in Canada. In this episode of the Almost 107, we dive into the secret to K-pop's success, problems and everything. We hear from two experts, Popular Music Professor Dr. Ryan Bruce and Korean Culture educational developer Jannelle Yoon to talk about the K-pop. Going in depth the K-pop, why are so many people crazy about K-pop, what is the problem with K-pop, as well as discussing how K-pop is affecting people in Canada.
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1 month ago
19 minutes 6 seconds

Almost 107
From Casual Coffee Drinker to Coffee Expert
Do you want to step up your coffee game? In this episode, two London-based coffee professionals share their insights on how casual drinkers can enhance their at-home experience. Joel McMillan, owner of Hasbeans Coffee, explains the importance of origins, freshness and how to avoid common mistakes. Andres, a barista at Locomotive Espresso, discusses what gear works best and why even diner drip coffee still has its place. Together, Joel and Andres reveal the true meaning of coffee quality.
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1 month ago
16 minutes 50 seconds

Almost 107
Triple A Expectations: How hype affects video game releases
On this episode of the Almost 107 podcast we take a look at some of the biggest game releases in recent history and how they were affected by the fans anticipation.
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1 month ago
16 minutes 53 seconds

Almost 107
The Future for AI and Art
This episode of ALMOST 107 covers AI art and explores how its emergence has impacted the art world.
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1 month ago
16 minutes 34 seconds

Almost 107
The rise of trading cards
On this episode of the Almost 107 podcast we dive into the trading card market and why it has spiked in recent years along with what is causing people to join the card industry.
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1 month ago
15 minutes 1 second

Almost 107
The cost of famine
What happens to children living in famine? In this episode of Almost 107, we spoke to Food and Nutritional Sciences Professor, Dr. Brenda Hartman to understand what truly happens to a starving child's body.
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1 month ago
15 minutes 42 seconds

Almost 107
Why daily routine is important?
Why daily routine is important? Many experts say daily routine is important. But do you know exactly why? In this episode of the Almost 107, we dive into the important of the daily routine and how can we maintain the routine every day. We hear from two experts, Counselor Gillian Villanueva and Trainer Steven Mati to talk about the daily routine. Going in depth the importance of daily routine, especially why daily routine is important with student, how can students make their daily routines healthier, as well as discussing how daily routine effect on mental health.
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1 month ago
17 minutes 35 seconds

Almost 107
The Digital Dimension Of Anti-Semitism
This episode of Almost 107 explores the digital dimension of antisemitism and how it is affecting Jewish communities locally and globally. After the Oct. 7 Hamas attack, online antisemitic comments spiked dramatically, spreading through social media platforms such as TikTok, YouTube and Instagram. Host Adam Duffy speaks with Dean Lavi, executive director of the London Jewish Community Centre, and with students at Fanshawe College about conspiracy theories, echo chambers and the rapid spread of misinformation online.
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1 month ago
16 minutes 33 seconds

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