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![]() Spartan Youth RadioWe bring you the best independent creative-commons music from upcoming legends, entertainment news, insightful reports and much more. Check out our main site at www.spartanyouthradio.com for additional content!Last Build Date: Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:01:00 GMT Copyright: Licensed under a Creative Commons License - Attribution Non-commercial No Derivatives (by-nc-nd). Some Rights Reserved.
Jessi's Alternative Station Thu, 5 Nov 2009 20:01:00 GMT You have entered the realm of Jessi Burk. HOST/EDITOR/AVATAR: Jessi Burk
The Gamer's Playlist Episode One Wed, 4 Nov 2009 19:19:00 GMT Video game music has gone from grainy 8-bit "beep, boop, bleep" songs made famous by Tetris and Super Mario to fully immersive, orchestral masterpieces. Though some gamers are happy to play their games with the music provided by the game developers, many like to go beyond the console and DJ their own tunage. Avid gamer, Mike Morrissette brings you some of the tunes he likes to game to. Enjoy the first episode of The Gamer's Playlist. Concept/Host/Engineer: Michael Morrissette
A Dose of Steam featuring Abney Park, Vernian Process and Dr. Steel Tue, 27 Oct 2009 22:31:00 GMT You wouldn't think that sky pirates, mad scientists determined to take over the world and a collective of quirky and interesting people could make good music but steampunk bands Abney Park, Dr. Steel and Vernian Process prove otherwise. Spartan Youth Radio has featured an interview with Abney Park before, we're waiting for some free merchanside from Dr. Steel and will be chatting with the creator of Vernian Process so, until then, enjoy A Dose of Steam. CREATOR/HOST/ENGINEER: Kaitlyn Dougon
Survivorman's Les Stroud Talks About His New Series Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:06:00 GMT You might know him best as that hard-as-nails survival expert who treks out to the middle of the Alaskan boreal forest or deep into the Amazonian jungle with nothing more than his camera and his mad skills. He is Les Stroud, the Survivorman. But he's also an accomplished musician (his backup band are the famed Northern Pikes), rock and roll video producer and self-appointed world ambassador. In our interview, you'll learn about his new series, set to launch in the new year. HOST: Blake Priddle
Mister Stew's Playlist of Horror Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:55:00 GMT Mortal listeners. Why do you wake me? Do you dare ask to listen to this horrific special Hallowe'en edition of Musical Stew? I do not think your fragile body can withstand the laughter and the bone-chilling music of Peeper Theater Radio, Calabrese, film composer David Beard, the Volume Brothers or the Coffinshakers. You still wish to proceed down this dangerous and vile path? Go ahead. Don't say I didn't warn you! Host/Engineer: Jayson Stewart
Dead Space: A Video Game Review by Ross Raguth Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:07:00 GMT The Survival Horror genre has been evolving over the years. However, Dead Space refines the name and revamps the entire genre. You play as Isaac Clarke, an engineer on the USG Calvin sent to inspect a broken Comm array on the mining ship called 'The USG Ishimura'. The game happens in an over the shoulder 3rd person shooter style camera view, and the heads up display (HUD) is on the back of your character. You fight alien zombies called Necromorphs, and the only way to kill them is to cut their limbs off.
Aboriginal Hiphop Artist Plex aka Doug Bedard Fri, 9 Oct 2009 19:31:00 GMT ABORIGINAL HIPHOP ARTIST PLEX aka DOUG BEDARD was intereviewed by Spartan Youth Radio reporters Kris Dickson and Brad Bourcier. Plex is an emcee, producer, public speaker and advocate for aboriginal musicians. You can win an autographed copy of his debut album BRAINSTORM by answering the following question: does music do a poor job of representing itself and youth culture? Listen to the end of the show for information on how to enter. REPORTERS: Kris Dickson and Brad Bourcier with help from Morgan Kagesheongai Show launched October 9th, 2009.
Musical Stew 4.1 featuring Smashing Pumpkins, the Killers, Karen Kosowski, Derek Miller and Young Galaxy Wed, 7 Oct 2009 18:36:00 GMT Our fourth season is a revolutionary one for Spartan Youth Radio. This episode of MUSICAL STEW officially launches us a fully-licensed online radio station, allowing us to broadcast ANY music. To celebrate, Mister Stew brings us some hot tunes from Smashing Pumpkins, Derek Miller, Young Galaxy, the Killers and Karen Kosowski. HOST/ENGINEER: Mister Stew
Speaker's Corner: Bullying Wed, 7 Oct 2009 18:34:00 GMT Holocaust survivor Eva Olssen visited Espanola High School to talk to the students and community about bullying. She told us that Hitler's Nazis were bullies and that school bullying is where they started. The message hit home.
A Taste of Solitude performed by Nick Piche and Kelsey LeClair Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:08:00 GMT Espanola's own Nich Piche and Kelsey LeClair teamed up to bring you this haunting recording of their critically-acclaimed single "A Taste of Solitude," recorded live in the Spartan Youth Radio studios. If you're a singer/songwriter/poet/comedian/storyteller and are looking for some exposure, let us know. What do you think of "A Taste of Solitude"? Email spartanyouthradio@gmail.com or call our Megaphone Line at (705) 869-1590 x6264.
In Conversation with Comedian Derek Forgie Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:50:00 GMT Derek "Skwirl" Forgie is a quintuple threat. He brushes shoulders with celebrities on a daily basis, is a respected standup comedian in Toronto, has a few notable tv commercials under his belt, is a tireless advocate for human rights and the planet and isn't afraid to dish the dirt on what he likes and loathes about working at MTV. We were lucky enough to get him into the studio for a half hour discussion on all things entertainment. You don't want to miss this no-holds-barred behind-the-scenes perspective. We'd love to know what you think about anything Derek Forgie says (or anything at all!). Email us at spartanyouthradio@gmail.com or call our Megaphone Line at (705) 869-1590 ext 6264.
NDP Leader JACK LAYTON Visits the North Thu, 3 Sep 2009 19:51:00 GMT Jack Layton, leader of the NDP Party of Canada, opened the 102nd annual Massey Fair in Massey, Ontario, approximately 2 hours west of Sudbury. Spartan Youth reporters were on hand to ask Mr. Layton hard hitting questions about politics, the recession, the value of post-secondary diplomas and battling the apathy of young voters. GUEST: Jack Layton Call our MEGAPHONE at (705) 869-1590 extension 6264 and let us know what you think of this show, or email us spartanyouthradio@gmail.com.
Espanola High School Valedictorian Address - June 2009 Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:15:00 GMT Danielle Turpin was the valedictorian for Espanola High School's Class of 2009. Here is her entire speech. SPEECH: Danielle Turpin
From Oka to the Olympics: Waneek Horn-Miller Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:31:00 GMT Waneek Horn-Miller is a triple threat: athlete, activist and inspriation. She's been stabbed by soldiers, posed nude on the cover of Time Magazine, represented Canada at the Sydney Olympics and still takes time to travel Canada to promote and celebrate her aboriginal heritage. Spartan Youth Radio reporters Madeline Lemire, Morgan Kagesheongai and Caitlin Dougon chatted with Horn-Miller on the phone. Whether you're an athelete, a social activist or a fan of a good story, what Horn-Miller shares is interesting and inspirational. GUEST: Waneek Horn-Miller Call our MEGAPHONE at (705) 869-1590 extension 6264 and let us know what you think of this show, or email us spartanyouthradio@gmail.com.
Into The Dragon's Den - Our Interview With Arlene Dickinson Fri, 12 Jun 2009 21:44:00 GMT She's one of the hard-hitting judges on CBC Television's THE DRAGON DEN, where wannabe businessmen and women present their hit or miss ideas in the hopes of walking away with their share of ten million dollars. We were lucky enough to talk on the phone with ARLENE DICKINSON, one of Canada's most powerful business owners. HOST: Caitlin Dougon
THE SYR MAILBAG: June 2009 Fri, 5 Jun 2009 19:30:00 GMT We invite any of our listeners to let us know what they think of our shows, of what we say and what they think of current issues. Listeners can email comments to spartanyouthradio@gmail.com, can leave comments on our website or on any of our other sites including Libsyn, YouTube and Facebook. Host: Nathan Phillips
Jacko On Movies: Terminator and Star Trek Edition Wed, 3 Jun 2009 14:20:00 GMT Mike Jacko knows movies. He wants to get into the business and has a few thoughts about two of this summer's biggest blockbusters: STAR TREK and TERMINATOR 4. Both have been raking in the profits at the box office and both breath new life into old franchises. HOST: Mike Jacko
Interview with a Director: Shirley Cheechoo Wed, 3 Jun 2009 13:26:00 GMT Shirley Cheechoo is an award-winning Cree director, actor and artist from Michigeeng First Nation on Manitoulin Island. As founder of the Debajehmujig Theatre Company, one of the most respected independent Native theatre companies in the world, she has propelled aboriginal stories onto the stage and into film. In 2008, Cheechoo won a Lifetime Achievement Award by the National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation. Wade Owl and Mike Jacko met with Shirley Cheechoo at the 2009 Aboriginal Education Youth Day in Sudbury, Ontario.\ HOSTS: Wade Owl and Mike Jacko Leave us a COMMENT or call our Megaphone Line at (705) 869-1590 ext 6264.
STRAIGHT NOT NARROW: In Conversation With Gay-Rights Acitivst and Comedian Derek Forgie Tue, 26 May 2009 15:57:00 GMT Heterosexuals for Same-Sex Equality is committed to giving a voice to straight folks who support same-sex equality. Taking the stand that homophobia is a human rights issue, founder and comedian Derek Forgie is in studio to talk about the HSSE, the Straight Not Narrow campaign and life as an open-minded straight dude in a sometimes homophobic world. HOST: Morgan Kagesheongai with assistance from Madeline Lemire
DJ Toxic-s Techno Hour (episode 2) Thu, 21 May 2009 16:34:00 GMT DJ Toxic is Spartan Youth Radio's resident techno artist and was also the co-voice of Spartan Youth Radio on CBC Radio's "Spark". Here, he's back and ready to free your mind. HOST: DJ Toxic
Last Life: Mirror's Edge video game review Thu, 14 May 2009 14:56:00 GMT You've gone as far as you can and are down to your last life. Michael Morrissette is the guy you want on your side guiding you along your favourite video game. In his first episode of LAST LIFE, Mike reviews MIRROR'S EDGE, the highly rated first person platform game released by Electronic Arts (EA) in the fall of 2008. Powered by the Unreal Engine 3, the game has an incredible new lighting solution and promotes a greater freedom of movement, in having no heads up display...you see the character's arms, legs and torso just like you were the character. ESRB Rating: T What do you think of this review? Of the game? Of video games in general? Leave us a comment or call our MEGAPHONE LINE at 705-869-1590 extension 6264. Producer: Jayson Stewart
Canadian Idol Judge JAKE GOLD on Canadian Music Tue, 12 May 2009 17:57:00 GMT Though you might recognize Jake Gold as one of the hard-hitting and honest judges on Canadian Idol, he's best known in the music industry as one of the country's best managers, having won Manager of the Year three times. He discovered the Tragically Hip in the mid 80s and is now managing Sass Jordan, the Cliks and Lily Frost. Spartan Youth Radio reporters Jesse Dubreuil and newbie Brian Case got Jake Gold on the phone for an interview about Canadian Idol and his thoughts on Canadian music.
Hanging With Abney Park (extended interview) Tue, 28 Apr 2009 14:29:00 GMT Imagine an alternate version of history where plastic was never invented but we had the technology of today and the aesthetic sensibilities of a century ago. Computers would be encased in wood and brass, we'd be travelling by airship and clothing would be made of leather, lace, cotton and hemp instead of rayon and polyester. Music would be music, not commercialized clones. Abney Park embraces the Streampunk lifestyle in their clothers (do not call them costumes), their musical instruments and their lyrics. Hitting over 90,000 hits on a single YouTube video, Abney Park may not be mainstream but they are followed by fans across the globe. SYR reporter Caitlin Dougon talked to lead singer Captain Robert on the phone from Seattle. We have two versions of this interview: a 10 minute slideshow video and and an extended 24 minute audio only version.
SCHWARZENEGGER VISITS NORTHERN ONTARIO Mon, 27 Apr 2009 14:24:00 GMT On April 1st, 2009, action star turned politician Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger took time out of his busy schedule to visit the students of Espanola High School. Taking a break from shooting his newest movie, Absolute Recollection, which he is filming on Manitoulin Island, Mr. Schwarzenegger arrived by chopper and proceeded to the Spartan Youth Radio studios for a quick interview before signing autographs for students. "Espanola, Ontario is different than Espanola, California but I like it here. The people are nice and I cannot get enough of the natural beauty. If I am ever terminated as governer of the great state of California, I might consider buying some land here," said Mr. Schwarzenegger. Students were thrilled. "This is incredible! I mean, Arnold Schwarzenegger in Espanola? He's, like, my favourite movie star and I was really excited to meet him," said Joss Maguth, a grade 12 student and aspiring actor. Grade 11 student Chad Boursay was execting more. "He looks totally different up close. I was expecting the Terminator but he's just a normal guy. A little bigger. A little harder to understand with the accent, but still pretty normal. He could be one of my friends." Tune in for the whole story. VOICES: Ross Raguth, Brad Bourcier, Mister Stew
Music Video: Autumn Monologue's "Bird Hitting Glass" Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:16:00 GMT MUSIC VIDEO FEATURING: Autumn's Monologue
Retro Review - The Legend of Zelda Mon, 30 Mar 2009 16:45:00 GMT VIDEO GAMES/WALKTHROUGH Take a trip back in time with the original Legend of Zelda for the Nintendo Entertainment System. Can it get anymore retro than this? Listen to Andrew Hamilin tell you tips and tricks for getting through this old-school classic. REPORTER: Andrew Hamilin
Representin' In Da House: A Conversation with MP Carole Hughes Tue, 24 Mar 2009 15:02:00 GMT POLITICS / LOCAL NEWS / SPECIAL GUEST Carol Hughes, MP for Algoma-Manitoulin-Kapuskasing is our voice in Ottawa. She's the NDP Deputy Critic for First Nations, Metis and Inuit Affairs and is one of the many NDP candidates who won a seat in the last federal election. Spartan Youth Radio reporters Morgan and Madeline invited Ms. Hughes to join them in studio to talk about the north, youth issues and even what type of animal she imagines herself to be. REPORTER: Madeline Lemire and Morgan Kagesheongai
Raising Future Leaders: Ugandan Children's Choir Visits the North Thu, 12 Mar 2009 17:18:00 GMT WORLD MUSIC / WORLD ISSUES / PERSONAL STORIES. "The Watoto Childrenâs Choirâs have toured internationally since 1994. These choirs bring a message of hope to many parts of the world which include countries such as Uganda, Australia, Canada, UK, USA, South Africa, Brazil, Israel, Germany and France. The choir is made up of children who are part of Watotoâs program. Accompanied by adult choir leaders from KPC, Watotoâs performances are a soulful blend of African rhythm, contemporary gospel and ethnic dance. Through their music the choir share their unique stories and express their new found hope. The childrenâs energy and sincerity continue to inspire audiences all around the world. The choir performs to present Watotoâs vision and to give audiences the opportunity to respond to Africaâs HIV/AIDSand war crisis. âConcerts of Hopeâ are a lively demonstration of the life changing love of God experienced by the children of Watoto. This experience, gives the children exposure to other cultures broadening their world view. It gives the children confidence and boldness and helps them to rise up out of their own situations of sadness and despair." REPORTER: Leah Browne
The Healing Brush: A Conversation With Brian J. Waboose Thu, 26 Feb 2009 22:05:00 GMT PERSONAL STORIES/ART/ABORIGINAL CULTURE. For around three decades, Ojibwe artist Brian J. Waboose has been using painting and sculpture to help heal from wounds inflicted upon him through his experiences in a residential school. Physical, emotional and sexual abuse led Brian to drugs, alcohol and a loss of his culture. Through his artwork, Brian works towards his recovery and to promote his Ojibwe heritage.
My Opinion - Seize the Day Fri, 20 Feb 2009 21:43:00 GMT OPINION AND MOTIVATIONAL. In the 1998 Peter Weir film, "Dead Poet's Society", Mr. Keating, played by Rob Williams, teaches his class about "carpe diem" or "seizing the day." In this SYR exclusive, Jessi Burk explains her thoughts and ideas about seizing the day and about how to "suck the marrow out of life without choking on the bone. Featured artist: Espanola High School's very own "Autumn's Monologue."
Name That Poorly Done Celebrity Impersonation...a Game Show with REAL prizes! Thu, 19 Feb 2009 20:34:00 GMT COMEDY. Host Dirk McLeod brings you this hilarious game show where you have to guess the identity of the poorly done celebrity impression! Correct answers will be put in a draw to win bragging rights and a limited edition Spartan Youth Radio tshirt in your choice of any colour (as long as it's black). Take a listen and enter today...contest closed March 31st. HOST: Jayson Stewart as Dirk McLeod
CMMD ALT DELETE episode 1: Alpha 2 Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:30:00 GMT COMEDY. A seemingly routine day goes awry when everything goes wrong for Beta Squad: terrorists, aliens from other galaxies and faulty equipment. Listen in on their misadventures through an inconspicuously disguised recorder planted in their Comm Center. Oh the humanity...
The Note: Hand Writing Gone Horribly Wrong Tue, 3 Feb 2009 20:43:00 GMT No one, I repeat, NO ONE had handwriting as cryptic and undecipherable as that of grade ten student, Madeline Lemire. There are urban legends of the CIA wanting to use her code-making skills to encrypt their most secretive of documents but she didn't get the job (their human resources couldn't read her job application.) In this episode, Madeline forces her friends and classmates to attempt to read one of her notes. Enjoy. Comments: "It's really fun, interesting,and a REALLY good idea. Good job maddy!" - Calyssa, McKerrow, Ontario
Students React to Barack Obama's Inauguration Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:42:00 GMT Students at Espanola High School gathered in the Spartan Youth Radio to watch live CBC streaming of the Presidential Inauguration of Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States of America. Though the students are proud Canadians, they shared their views on what is already a pivotal point in their shared history. Mr. Stewart shares his ideas on his vision of Canadian Prime Minister who also happens to be First Nations, Inuit or Metis. If you would like to skip the speech and go straight to the student's response, fast forward to approximately 19:43. REPORTER: Mister Stew
DJ Toxic-s Techno Hour (episode 1) Fri, 19 Dec 2008 17:24:00 GMT DJ Toxic is Spartan Youth Radio's resident techno artist and was also the co-voice of Spartan Youth Radio on CBC Radio's "Spark". Here, in his first show, DJ Toxic shares music from three techno artists, including himself. HOST: DJ Toxic
Musical Stew 3 - Surf Tunes! Thu, 18 Dec 2008 21:47:00 GMT Surf music is much more than Jan and Dean or the Beachboys...it's a genre of music that lets loose, has a sense of humour and riffs off a lot of pop culture references. Spartan Youth Radio's Mister Stew takes you on a journey from Denver to Finland, from Tennessee to Britain to bring you some hot beach music. Pop out a lawn chair, open up a lemonade, take off your shoes and sit back for five incredible surf tunes. If you close your eyes tight you might even think you're driving an opentopped muscle car down an oceanside highway in California. REPORTER: Mister Stew
Music Is... Fri, 12 Dec 2008 17:33:00 GMT Music is the lifeblood of youth. What you listen to and how you listen to it helps to define who you are and where you might be heading. It's a universal language that can be enjoyed as entertainment or it can have a deeper, more emotional impact. REPORTER: Madeline Lemire
White Ribbon Campaign Opposing the Violence Against Women Fri, 5 Dec 2008 21:05:00 GMT The White Ribbon Campaign is the largest effort in the world of men working to end violence against women. In over fifty-five countries, campaigns are led by both men and women, even though the focus is on educating men and boys. In some countries it is a general public education effort focused on ending violence against women. Listen to five students and their public service announcements promoting this campaign. WRITING/HOST/VOICEOVER: Rachel McLean, Jesse Dubreuil, Madeline Lemire, Michael Morrissette and Calyssa St. Onge.
Hallowe'en in the North Tue, 2 Dec 2008 17:21:00 GMT Hallowe'en is a big thing in Northern Ontario and teens and their teachers still dress up to scare, shock and entertain each other. Listen in as Caitlyn asks Spartans what they were dressed as on Hallowe'en. WRITING/HOST/VOICEOVER: Kris Dickson and Caitlyn Dougon
8 Bit Chipper Channel Episode 1: Fresh Cartridge! Thu, 20 Nov 2008 21:48:00 GMT As music gets more and more heavily produced, there's a growing group of artists who are experimenting with technology from the primitive early days of gaming. 8-bit can refer to a style of electornic inspired by the sound of old computer consoles from the 8 bit era of video games. This music will often reflect sounds from technology that is seen as primitive or "outdated" such as the Game Boy, Atari and Activision systems and home made synthesizers. DJ Anonymity (I hope I spelled that correctly) brings you some incredible retro-inspired music with new twists. Take a time trip back to the 80s with FRESH CARTRIDGE, the first in a series called 8 BIT CHIPPER CHANNEL. WRITING/HOST/VOICEOVER: DJ Anonymity
My Opinion - Beauty and Medicine Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:19:00 GMT Jessi read the short story "Mirror Image" by Lena Coakley as part of her grade 11 University English course. The story follows Alice, a teenage girl who dies but whose brain is transplanted into another body. This realistic science fiction story warns us of the dangers that can arise when vanity meets medical science. This is Jessi's response. WRITER/VOICEOVER: Jessi Burk Content, not including music, is Creative Commons and can be freely used with acknowledgement to spartanyouthradio.com
Book Review - LITTLE BROTHER by Cory Doctorow Wed, 19 Nov 2008 20:52:00 GMT From craphound.com: Marcus, a.k.a âw1n5t0n,â is only seventeen years old, but he figures he already knows how the system worksâand how to work the system. Smart, fast, and wise to the ways of the networked world, he has no trouble outwitting his high schoolâs intrusive but clumsy surveillance systems. But his whole world changes when he and his friends find themselves caught in the aftermath of a major terrorist attack on San Francisco. In the wrong place at the wrong time, Marcus and his crew are apprehended by the Department of Homeland Security and whisked away to a secret prison where theyâre mercilessly interrogated for days. When the DHS finally releases them, Marcus discovers that his city has become a police state where every citizen is treated like a potential terrorist. He knows that no one will believe his story, which leaves him only one option: to take down the DHS himself. REVIEWER/VOICEOVER: Kyera Landry
Radiation Video Games and Reviews: Haze Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:06:00 GMT Gary Duquette brings you his take on Ubisoft's first person shooter, Haze. Haze was one of the most highly anticipated and hyped Playstation 3 games of the first half of 2008 and Gary tells you what he liked and didn't like about the game. REVIEWER/WRITER/VOICEOVER: Gary Duquette SOUND EDITING: Mister Stewart AVATAR: Mister Stewart using Creative Commons material. MUSIC courtesy of songstowearpantsto.com
That's My Opinion on the Ugliness of Beauty Tue, 4 Nov 2008 22:06:00 GMT That's My Opinion is a regular feature of Spartan Youth Radio where teens share their thoughts on important issues. Jewel asks poignant questions about acceptance, beauty and the extreme lengths people take to look gorgeous. HOST: Jewel Sanftenberg
SPIKE! Junior Boys Volleyball - a Video Fri, 31 Oct 2008 13:27:00 GMT Sports reporter Nathan Phillips goes on the road the with Espanola Junior Boys Volleyball team. Here's a video montage of the rivetting action. Reporter: Nathan Phillips Camera: Nathan Phillips Video Editor: Nathan Phillips Producer: Mr. Jayson Stewart Music courtesy of the Podsafe Music Network, featuring "1 Electric Guitar" by 2006 PlasticSoul, a professional musician from Tokyo, Japan. Visit us at www.spartanyouthradio.com
Terry Fox 2008 Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:16:00 GMT Wade and Robear hit the roads around Espanola High School to talk to staff and students during the 2008 Terry Fox Run. VOICEOVERS: Wade Owl and Robear Assinewe All content, except for music, is Creative Commons with the request that spartanyouthradio.com be credited.
Ty's Playlist Episode 1 Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:12:00 GMT Ty Dubois knows what he likes. Take a listen to find out what he's listening to lately.
ALLAN JOHNSON Motivates Spartans Tue, 7 Oct 2008 13:09:00 GMT Kris and Jessi report on sensational motivational speaker, teacher and comedian Allan Johnson, who visited Espanola High School in October 2008. Take a listen, laugh a little and take some great ideas away with you.
SPIKE! Spartan Volleyball Episode 1 Tue, 7 Oct 2008 12:43:00 GMT Sports reporter Nathan Phillips interviews team mates to discover what makes this team tick and what they need to take the team even further. Music: "Attendere Prego" by 1 Shot 1 Kill, a punk band from Italy.
Book Review by Kyera Landry on Kate Brian's Wed, 24 Sep 2008 14:11:00 GMT any friends, and has been pulled out of school after school to travel to some new exciting place with her military parents. But this time, Megan is putting her foot down. Which is why her parents are on their way to South Korea, while she is headed for Boston, and the McGowan family.
An Homage to Video Killed The Radio Star Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:52:00 GMT The 1980s return with a vengeance, forever linking Spartan Youth Radio with the birth of MTV! Make a comment and you might win some SYR swag and prizes!
the SPARTAN QUILL featuring a short story by Kyera Landry Fri, 6 Jun 2008 14:27:00 GMT The two groups of students at Espanola High School just couldn't stand being near each other. Tempers flair when they are forced to all be in the same class together...and then in counselling. What happens when someone defects to "the other side?" Make a comment and you might win some SYR swag and prizes!
Comedy Gourmet featuring Octodog Fri, 6 Jun 2008 14:15:00 GMT Mmmm g'day ya'll! Welcome to another episode of the Comic Gourmet. This time, we're hitchin' a ride to Southern Georgia where Chef Duke Clement shares with us his gourmet NACHO OCTODOG. Enjoy. Really...please try to enjoy.
Take a Hike - a Hamelin Audioscape Mon, 12 May 2008 08:55:00 GMT Last semester, Mr. Stewart's Communication Technology class was asked to produce audioscapes. Audiscapes are field recording of a natural or urban environment. Anthony Hamelin is joined by Willy and Aaron as they hike the rocks behind Webbwood, Ontario.
Musical Stew - The Best new Unknown Music Fri, 9 May 2008 14:20:00 GMT Music fans in Northern Ontario have limited access to new music. Mister Stew knows where to find the newest in completely unknown tunage to share with his northern neighbours. This episode features Agency, Runaway Dorothy, Paramore and American Anthem.
Save Our Future 2 - Rainforest Edition Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:42:00 GMT DJ Eccentric takes us on a tour of the world's rainforests and gives some practical things you can do to help protect them! Make a comment and you might win some SYR swag and prizes!
Evolutionary Band Rocks Espanola Tue, 8 Apr 2008 09:08:00 GMT SYR music reporters Devon, Jessica and Paige interview some of the Guiness Record-breaking Evolutionary Band musicians and stage crew as well as band guru Mr. Mac. If you listen, you'll also learn what the Rolling Stones have promised them.
Open Mic featuring Angele Sweeney Fri, 4 Apr 2008 09:54:00 GMT Angele Sweeney performs her anti-poverty protest song "STARVING IN A GROCERY STORE".
Freshly Pressed -Singer/songwriter Karen Kosowski Fri, 28 Mar 2008 14:05:00 GMT Karen Kosowski, a singer songwriter who hails from Winnipeg via Toronto has just launched her newest album to much critical acclaim. Her combination of powerful lyrics, quirky hooks, versatile vocals and stage personality puts her on the SYR Must Listen list for 2008.
Save Our Future Episode 1 - Horrible Beauty Thu, 28 Feb 2008 14:59:00 GMT In this, the first episode of Save Our Future, DJ Eccentric talks about what we can do to stop the testing of cosmetics on animals.
Last True Punk Show (The Only Episode) Mon, 25 Feb 2008 14:39:00 GMT What is punk? Nash uses the music of AGAINST ME, RAISED FIST and MERCY KILLERS to answer this question.
Metal of Mayhem 2 - Rock Your Face Off Tue, 5 Feb 2008 14:15:00 GMT Hail to you metal fans. We apologize for the wait but we're backfor another time to rock your faces off, so let's GET IT ON! Featuring Bullets for My Valentine, All That Remains and God Forbid...and the guys tell you who should be in the ultimate fantasy metal band.
What the heck is my kid doing? SYR on CBC Radio Fri, 25 Jan 2008 08:54:00 GMT In November, CBC Radio asked Spartan Youth Radio to host the nationally aired technology and trends show, Spark and to produce a documentary for broadcast. Here is the entire show. You can also listen in to this and other programs at www.cbc.ca/spark.
Comic Gourmet featuring Angus MacTavish and his glorious shortbread Tue, 22 Jan 2008 14:38:00 GMT World class chef Angus MacTavish shares? rants? Yes, rants, about his Nan's favourite shortbread cookie recipe. Hilarious AND delicious. Featuring the music of Canada's own GREAT BIG SEA!
Beauty of Deceipt Fri, 7 Dec 2007 14:43:00 GMT DJ Smiles explores the dark truth that can hide beneath a pretty face. International musical sensation Adrienne Pierce shares her song "Beauty".
Open Mic with A BAND YOU CAN NAME (Win Prizes!) Wed, 28 Nov 2007 15:04:00 GMT Open Mic brings you the best musical talent Espanola High School has to offer. If you're a musician who wants to get discovered, come out to the SYR studios and book some studio time. Bring a blank CD and you can walk away with your own personal demo!
Halo Tournament - One of Two Thu, 15 Nov 2007 11:23:00 GMT On Friday, November 9th, two dozen hardcore gamers gathered at Espanola High School for one of two Halo Tournaments. After 40 minutes of battle, Raymond "Razer" Lavesque triumphed. Check back again for the outcome of this wicked event.
Metal Mayhem 1 - The Beginning Thu, 1 Nov 2007 18:06:00 GMT Warning...this is for metal fans only. We don't want comments from people who hate metal, because if you don't like it, don't listen. For you metalheads...TURN IT UP! NEW: Despite our best effort, a swear was found by a listener AFTER this episode was posted. Please listen with caution.
Cheat Code Corner - Zelda Edition Thu, 1 Nov 2007 11:11:00 GMT Is the Legend of Zelda - Phantom Hourglass posing some challenges? Andrew will give you some pointers to help you on your way.
Open Mic featuring Devon Bidal Fri, 26 Oct 2007 14:10:00 GMT Open Mic brings you the best musical talent Espanola High School has to offer. If you're a musician who wants to get discovered, come out the SYR studios and book some studio time. Bring a blank CD and you can walk away with your personal demo.
The Ancestral DJ - World Fusion Music Wed, 24 Oct 2007 13:00:00 GMT Most people read the words "world music" and instantly think "weird", but we need to get out of our comfort zones and explore the world's music. There is so much out there to discover. Sit back, get your passport ready and enjoy this world tour.
Blues Rocker Derek Miller live at EHS Mon, 15 Oct 2007 14:49:00 GMT Amber Pitiwankwat sat down with Juno Award winning Mohawk blues rock virtuoso Derek Miller about his career and his struggle with drugs and alcohol. Check the show notes for more information and links.
Terry Fox Run 2007 Thu, 27 Sep 2007 16:35:00 GMT Join Johnny Van Norman as he walks the route talking to all sorts of characters along the way including Jacob, Kevin, Mr. Vermeer, Gerald and even Bubbles...errr, we mean Travis.
First Day of School...a report on Jump Day 2007 Tue, 25 Sep 2007 14:59:00 GMT DJ Sininity stalked the new niners as they explored the school during the highly successful Jump Day 2007. They were pretty nervous but listen in on what they had to say. Music: "First Day At School" by rapper Cipre.
SYR Season 1- Episode 3 Fri, 22 Jun 2007 12:56:00 GMT Our last episode of the season: DJ Tank brings you Video Game Violence, Crossing Point, Speaker's Corner, What Do You Want to Be, the Mailbag, Nick and Norah's Infinate Playlist, More than Monkeywrenches and music by Alexisonfire, Logan Square, Karen Kosowski, Paul and Storm and Jeff Kornberg.
SYR Season 1 - Episode 2 Wed, 23 May 2007 09:40:00 GMT Our second episode is full of sports, music, hot celebrities, reality tv, rants, debates, powwows and more. Check it out!
SYR Episode 1 Season 1 Thu, 26 Apr 2007 12:29:00 GMT Wuzzup Spartans! Welcome to the first episode of Spartan Youth Radio, bringing you the best in interviews, rants, independent music and comedy from Espanola High School in Espanola, Ontario, Canada. This episode is hosted by DJ Sininity and produced by Mr. Jayson Stewart. |
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