The Signal

Today in Gander, host Adam Walsh speaks with municipal leaders about issues they are tackling as communities get ready for municipal elections taking place in fall. He also asks folks about what parts of their communities they would like to brag about. Guests: Rob Nolan, MNL CEO and more.

We are 100 days away from the kickoff of the 2025 Canada Summer Games in St. John's. Today on the show we talk about what's to come, how the games will highlight the best in sport and the immense talents of Canadian youth. Guest Karen Sherriffs, CEO of the 2025 Canada Games; Karl Smith co-chair for the games; Tom Godden, services committee chair for the games ; and Jaida Lee, baseball athlete.

It's the day after election day. Today on the show we are asking what kind of world will a Mark Carney government have to operate in? What kind of Canadian leadership is needed on the world stage? And what kind of global leadership is needed for these times? Guests: Lucian Ashworth, international relations professor at Memorial University; Justin Fantauzzo, modern Middle East expert at MUN; and Rev. Paul Lundrigan, of Holy Trinity Parish in Torbay

As we aprpoach the 80th anniversary of the end of the Battle of the Atlantic, today on the show we talk history, sacrifice, remembrance and lessons for today. GUESTS: Margaret Morris, LCdr (Ret'd); Chris Power, avid scuba diver and award-winning photographer; and John Olivero, professional diver with Ocean Quest Adventures

Today on the show we talk about the final days of the campaign and cover everything from what campaign workers are hearing door-to-door, to questions from urban Indigenous communities and more. GUESTS Ben Wheaton, campaign worker for the Liberal Party of Canada; Kristina Ennis, campaign worker for the Conservative Party of Canada; Yvonne Earle, campaign worker for the New Democratic Party; Chad Bedard, manager of Knowledge Mobilization with First Light

There's an upcoming panel taking place in St. John's called 'Living Memorial: Memorial University and the Meaning of Remembrance'. Today on the show, host Adam Walsh is joined by the panelists to dig into how remembrance has shaped our collective identity, what it looks like in today’s world and how it will continue to evolve in the future. GUESTS Gary Browne author and historian, former member Newfoundland National War Memorial Committee and Unknown Soldier Repatriation Project Committee. Panelist in the event; Earl Ludlow, chancellor, Memorial University; Frank Gogos, current chair of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment Regimental Advisory Council and the Royal Newfoundland Regiment Museum; and Jeff Web, history professor.

Today on the show we talk Canada's military, Arctic security, the future of NATO, Canada's relationship with the United States and more. Our guest is a 39-year veteran of uniformed service to Canada and a former vice chief of the defence staff Mark Norman.

The Signal's host Adam Walsh moderated a forum on housing and homelessness at Memorial University's Signal Hill campus. It was hosted by End Homelessness St. John’s and Choices for Youth. The intention of this event was to hear from candidates directly on their stance on issues related to housing and homelessness issues and to respond to the community’s questions. Guests: David Brazil, Conservative Candidate, St. John’s East Mary Shortall, NDP Candidate, St. John’s East Joanne Thompson, Liberal Candidate, St. John’s East Otis Crandell, Green Party Candidate, St. John’s East Tom Osborne, Liberal Candidate, Cape Spear Corey Curtis, Conservative Candidate, Cape Spear; and Brenda Walsh, NDP Candidate, Cape Spear riding sent their regrets.

Climate change is a big and daunting topic. For those who care and want to act, what can they do? And what are the limits to what an individual can do in comparison to what communities, cities, companies, etc, can do in climate action? Guests: Sheilagh O'Leary, Deputy Mayor of St. John’s and the sustainability lead, Ashley Smith, Owner and managing director of Fundamental Inc., Camille Ouellet Dallaire, Assistant professor at the Grenfell Campus of Memorial University, Sabine Dietz, Executive Director of ClLIMatlantic

Today on the show we bring you a conversation about the drug trade, violence, drug use, vulnerable people and folks in our communities who are trying to help. GUESTS: Insp. David Emberley OIC-federal serious and organized crime, eastern region, Newfoundland and Labrador; Courtney Davis, community development coordinator with Thrive; Rigel Penman, co-founder Tweak Easy East; Michelle Cleary-Haire, Moms Stop the Harm; Sheila Cooper, Jon's Afterlife.

Today on the show we talk about the past, the present and future of women's rights in Newfoundland and Labrador, and beyond. Guests: Vicki Hallett, gender studies professor; Meret Ebsary, Rhodes Scholar and grad student; Courtney Clarke, political strategist and founder of Our Time To Lead; Lisa Smith, community advocate co-chair of the Indigenous Justice Action Circle; Heidi Coombs, historian of N.L.'s women's history.

Today's show was taped a couple of weeks ago at the Halifax Central Library. Its part of CBC's Hear Me Out conversation series. In this latest chat, The Signal's host and producer Adam Walsh speaks with writer and professor Randy Boyagoda about finding common ground in deeply partisan times.

Today on the show we dig into reporting by CBC journalist Jenna Head. We talk about wait times for psychological assessments in Newfoundland and Labrador and hear about how people are navigating getting a diagnosis and what a diagnosis finally means for them. Guests: Janine Hubbard, clinical psychologist; Jenna Head, CBC journalist; Florence Strang, CEO Mindful Matters and registered psychologist.

April 11 is World Parkinson's Day, so The Signal spends the show chatting with foks from the Parkinson Society Newfoundland and Labrador. We will talk treatments, care, the economic burden and community. Guests: Derek Staubitzer, executive director, Parkinson Society Newfoundland and Labrador; Phyllis Reardon, caregiver & St. John's Chapter Chair, Parkinson Society N.L.; Rexanne Eddy, living with young-onset Parkinson's Disease; Kim Furlong, physiotherapist and owner of N.L. Balance & Dizziness Centre

Today on the show we dig into Newfoundland and Labrador's 2025-26 provincial budget. We talk about what the spending plan means in a time of tariffs and a year of elections. Guests: Jessica McCormick president, Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour; Corey Parsons, deputy director, Trades NL; Maria Mayr, member, Parents for Comprehensive Education; AnnMarie Boudreau, CEO, Board of Trade

Today on the show we dive into the creation, filming and critical acclaim of the film 'Skeet'. Guests: Nik Sexton, director and writer of 'Skeet'; Mary Sexton, executive producer; Sean Dalton, lead actor; Eyad Sakkar, story consultant

Today on the show you will hear about this year's sea ice season in the north and work being done to help keep folks safe. Today's show also includes numerous voices from interviews conducted in Nain back in January. Guests: Carolann Harding, CEO, SmartICE; Rex Holwell, manager of Nunatsiavut operations, SmartICE

Today on the show we speak with some parents across Newfoundland and Labrador about the federal election and what matters to them. Guests: Corey Tucker, father of three and president of ICI Innovations; Hayley Alloway, mother of four and scientist; Zaid

It's the first Friday of the month which means it's trivia day with quiz master John Gushue.

Today on the show we are asking how do we plan for an aging population? What needs to change? Are we failing seniors in Newfoundland and Labrador? Guests: Mohamed Abdallah, executive director, Connections for Seniors; Ron Taylor, director of strategy, Connections for Seniors; Lisa Taylor, founder and CEO of Challenge Factory.