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In this episode of Mystic Soundwaves, we explore the beating heart     of independent and underground music. Joined by Vanessa Silberman – musician, singer-songwriter, producer, and founder of the label A Diamond Heart Production, with whom we previously shared the making-of of the track Shine in the episode Inside Shine: The Sonic Journey – we discover how the indie philosophy continues to thrive today, through tours, independent productions, and the challenges posed by modern digital algorithms.

Listeners are taken on a journey that begins in 1970s and ’80s New York, through alleys, small clubs, and college radio, all the way to Seattle and the birth of grunge with bands like Nirvana and Soundgarden. The episode shows how independent music has never been just an alternative to the mainstream, but a true cultural engine, giving a voice to often overlooked realities.

From the DIY scene of the first underground clubs to today’s digital landscape, indie music remains a symbol of creative freedom and authentic passion. Vanessa shares her experience and love for this world, offering a unique perspective on the present and future of independent music.

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What’s up, y’all? First up, as always, here is what I’ve added to Libretime since last week:

Here is tonight’s Horizon Broadening Hour:

Tracklist:

Finely Tuned Elephant – Thievius Raccoonus
Mango Street Trio – The Lovers
Mike Bruzzese – Blues 975
Lukas Ligeti – Uncommon Notion
Chloe Lebon – Bad Guy
Tara Formosa – Peace Not Problems
Cherokee Social – Calling Catalina
Lay-Far Dance Orchestra – Head in the Clouds
DRAEMUS – Dreams Like These
Thanos – Even When (Night Is Calling)
Electric City Underground – Bass Pop
Ellie Heath – Pushing Forty
Allegories – Horrible Wonder
Nemnogo Nervno – Cradle Song
JC & the Tree – Outrun the Sun
Cédric Dind-Lavoie – Chrysalide
Benny Bleu – When I Am A Fossil
Em Spel – Mourning Time
Monette – Le vieux corbeau, l’ourse noir et moi
Nikamu Mamuitun – Yatie’
J Mau and the Kiss Off – Poison
Can You Not? – Thanks, Homie!
Stimmerman – Comedy Gold
Black Dog Otis – Grown A** Man
Karmian – Libido et mors
Kpec3 arrival – got the freedom
Camino Sound – Snowstorm

See y’all next time!

Download: Synthetronic 80s – Episode #17 (MP3, 80 MB, 58m00s)

Synthetronic 80s airs on CKMS-FM 102.7 on Saturdays from 8pm to 9pm.

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Installment loans are often marketed as a safer alternative to payday loans because payments are predictable and structured. However, fixed payments do not always mean lower cost or less financial risk.

Learn the warning signs of high-cost borrowing, common misconceptions about structured payments, and practical ways to evaluate whether an installment loan helps or makes debt harder to manage. Risks of Buy Now, Pay Later Common Factors Affecting Credit Scores Debt Relief in Ontario Start Here Debt Repayment Calculator Debt Free Digest – a free monthly e-newsletter Hoyes Michalos YouTube Channel – Reliable Canadian Debt Answers by Experts 01:30 What is an installment loan 04:00 How installment loans are structured 07:00 Why lenders promote installment loans 10:30 Common misconceptions about predictable payments 14:00 When installment loans can create long-term debt pressure 18:00 Warning signs the loan may not be affordable 22:00 Comparing installment loans to other borrowing options 26:00 Installment loans vs overall financial health 28:30 Practical advice before applying

Disclaimer: The information provided in the Debt Free in 30 Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not intended as personal financial advice. Individual financial situations vary and may require personal guidance from a financial professional. The views expressed in this episode do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Hoyes, Michalos & Associates, or any other affiliated organizations. We do not endorse or guarantee the effectiveness of any specific financial institutions, strategies, or digital tools/apps discussed.

On this episode, PhD candidate Ana Visan talks to Dr. Sean Sithole, who is an academic researcher and research fellow. His recent research work includes being a Balsillie Scholar with the Technology Governance Initiative at the Balsillie School of International Affairs (BSIA) in Canada, focusing on the fusion of financial technology (fintech), digital remittances and financial inclusion.

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What’s up, y’all? Here is tonight’s mix; as part of the usual “transitioning into April tradition,” it is the show’s 8th dedication mix to the late Nipsey Hussle. Time flies, even when you’re not having fun. RIP Nip — the marathon continues.

Tracklist

Dre Jackin For Beats
***** I’m Good (feat. June Summers)
Top Floor
Judas Closet (The Game & Nipsey Hussle)
Question #1 (feat. Snoop Dogg)
Ride With Me (YG, RJ, & Nipsey Hussle)
We Gangbangin (feat. Coby Supreme, Jay Rock, & Glasses Malone)
Grinding All My Life
Making Them Swerves
Chocolate Thai (Blanco, Nipsey Hussle, Dorrough, & Lucky Luciano)
My Side To Your Side (feat. Slauson Boyz)
That’s Hot It Go (Nipsey Hussle & Bino Rideaux)
Bullets RMX (feat. The Game)
Speak My Language (feat. Lloyd Banks, Cory Gunz, & June Summers)
Grams and Goldchains
Blue Dream (Blanco, Nipsey Hussle, & Stevie Joe)
She Said Stop (feat. Sean Kingston)
I Run (Remix) [Slim Thug, Nipsey Hussle, Yo Gotti, E-40, & Brisco]
Husslas State Of Mind
Rich Roll (feat. Taslema)
Karma (Cap 1, Yung Berg, Nipsey Hussle, & Question)
If U Were Mine (feat. Sade & James Fauntleroy)
It’s Hard Out Here
Dream Supplier
Something From Nothing
The Weather (feat. Rick Ross & Cuzzy Capone)
The Best Rapper
Never Gonna Change
Fly Away
All Money In (feat. June Summers)
Thug Life (feat. Young Thug)
Change Tomorrow
Count Up That Loot

See y’all next week!

Julie Lalonde is an author, public educator, and a survivor of domestic violence and stalking. 

In this episode, we talk to Julie about the realities of the evolving technological landscape and the risk technology can pose to survivors of gender-based violence. We also talk about consent culture in relation to AI, the Canadian Anti-Stalking Association and how to make bystander intervention more accessible.  

Join in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SheIsYourNeighbour and connect with us on social media at @SheIsYourNeighbour and @WomensCrisisSWR.

In this episode, the Mikes reflect on 2026 kicking our butts with the sudden, unexpected, and heartbreaking loss of three giants of the film industry: Rob Reiner, Catherin O'Hara, and Robert Duvall. We talk about the impact these three careers have had one the two of us, diving into some of our favourite films and performances from their filmographies, and generally pay tribute to titans.

Newsletter: midcreditscene.substack.com/.
Email: midcreditscenepod@gmail.com
Show theme: The Show Must Be Go by Kevin MacLeod
Logo design: Jon Johnson

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Just a few years ago, it seemed like all anyone in AI wanted to talk about was existential risk – this idea that an artificial super intelligence could eventually break containment and destroy humanity. More than 30,000 experts signed an open letter demanding a pause on AI development; bills were drafted that would constrain the most powerful new models; and the “godfathers” of AI were travelling around the world, warning anyone who would listen that we were hurtling toward our extinction.

And then: we moved on. We started using AI for work, and school, and to plan our kids’ birthday parties. Collectively, we just stopped talking about the end of the world.

But Nate Soares didn’t move on. Last year, the artificial intelligence researcher wrote a book with Eliezer Yudkowsky called If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies. As you can probably tell from the title, the book is unequivocal: If we keep going down the path we’re on, it will almost certainly lead to the end of our species.

Now, not everyone is convinced of the arguments Soares makes. But if there’s even a chance he’s right, I think we need to hear him out.

If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies, by Eliezer Yudkowsky and Nate Soares

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Episode XXVIII of Reader’s Delight features authors Danila Botha, Jason Allen, and Paul Edward Costa.

Danila Botha tells us about her new graphic novel Vidal (At Bay Press, 2026) and discusses some of the inspiration behind her latest novel A Place For People Like Us (Guernica Editions, 2025), then reads from the opening chapter of A Place For People Like Us.
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Bluesky – @danilabotha.bsky.social
Facebook – Danila Botha
Instagram – @danilabotha
Website – www.danilabotha.com
Books – Vidal, A Place For People Like Us

Jason Allen joins us to talk about his debut non-fiction collection of essays, 52 Things To Do In Hamilton: An Insider’s Guide To Fun In The Hammer. We talk about why he wrote the book, the wide variety of activities and events that Hamilton has to offer, and then he reads selections from the collection.
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Book: 52 Things To Do In Hamilton

Paul Edward Costa makes an appearance and discusses his writing process, the style and themes that inspired his poetry collections Vigils of the Night Office (DarkWinter Press, 2025 ) and Some Half-Human Creature Thing (Mosaic Press, 2025), and the art of spoken word performance before he reads selections from his works, including his upcoming collection Black Pasture Insurgent (DarkWinter Press, 2027).
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Books: Vigils of the Night Office, Some Half-Human Creature Thing

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This episode digs deep into hair growth and scalp care - specifically, the dodgy advice online VS the science. What actually works, what doesn't, why so much dodgy advice, and what's the greater issue with it. This episode features Dr Leona Yip MD PhD, dermatologist and alopecia specialist. If you are someone struggling with hair thinning or loss, this episode is a must listen. Big thanks to my Patreon audience who submitted so many amazing questions for this episode!

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♦The First Sixteen is Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada‘s podcast series that explores the freshest ideas in agriculture and food. Each episode explores a single topic in depth—digging deep into new practices, innovative ideas, and their impacts on the industry. Learn about Canada’s agricultural sector from the people making the breakthroughs and knocking down the barriers! Farmers and foodies, scientists and leaders, and anyone with an eye on the future of the sector—this podcast is for you!.

The First Sixteen is syndicated from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and hosted by Kirk Finken and Sara Boivin-Chabot. It returns to the CKMS-FM schedule alternate Wednesdays starting 1 April 2026 for 38 episodes.

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The ♦HYOS: Norine Braun Special is One Hour Showcasing A Hero In The Wind New Album.

HYOS: Norine Braun is a Host Your Own Show special hosted by Norine Braun and airs on CKMS-FM on Sunday 5 April 2026 from 10:00pm to 11:00pm.

♦Eagles on Air is a weekly radio show featuring students from St. Mary’s High School. Students talk about every day student life and things happening in our Kitchener community.

Eagles on Air is hosted by students from St. Mary’s High School and airs on CKMS-FM on Thursdays from 2:00pm to 2:30pm.

What’s up, y’all? As always, first up, here is what I have added to Libretime since last week:

Here is tonight’s Horizon Broadening Hour:

Tracklist:

Scandinavian Cello School – Hymne à l’amour
Joseph Marchand – 60 rue Maude
Jazzlab Orchestra – Night Bus
John Sweenie – When You’re Gone (We Sing Of You)
Alexander IV – Bop
AySay – Amed
Prolific Tricks – Cherry Red Lips
Mapea & Raawly – End of Time
Nikko Baby – Won’t Be Long
Greazy G – Low Lights
OTHEOSE – Dreaming Myself Away (Radio Edit)
Monotronic – Miracles
Jordan Whitlock, Memory Spells – A Flower Blooming for No One
JAIYN – 2Lefts
City Builders – Learning To Miss You
Sophia Bouvier – Poison Apple
Jacquie Daniels – Taxman
Johnny Beachit – Groundhog Day
Adam Bailie – I Found God
Empty Melon – Hoping to Find
Allen Dobb – Lone Tree Of Your Heart
Ryan Chambers – Green Crack
Jonathon Goldie – The Party
Christopher Mazzei – Starlight
Such a Daze – The Race
Trouble with Normal – I’m Not Sure
Psychlo – Reflections
Lethal Limits – Along the Way
Danny Webster – Second Life
The R.E.S.E.A.R.C.H – Fast Forward
Fingerless – Hell Is Othering People
5th PROJEKT – The Labyrinth (Live)
latecomber – keeping up (arthur russell)

See y’all next time!

Ecco l’elenco della musica del programma di oggi. Grazie per il vostro ascolto.

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Tax issues are not just about deductions. They come down to timing, habits, and the small decisions that add up over the year. This episode focuses on the practical systems that help you stay organized and avoid costly surprises at filing time.

Learn how to manage CRA accounts, avoid common filing mistakes, and build simple routines that can help prevent tax debt in 2026. Register for a CRA Account

Interest on Overdue Taxes Debt Repayment Calculator Debt Free Digest – a free monthly e-newsletter Hoyes Michalos YouTube Channel – Reliable Canadian Debt Answers by Experts 01:20 Two Things Many People Don't Know 07:05 CRA Time Lag 09:00 Filing Early vs Filing Smart 11:00 Installments: The Quiet Problem 13:00 Multiple Jobs and Side Income 15:00 Direct Deposit is Protection 15:40 Refund Psychology 17:00 If CRA Reassesses You 18:00 If You Owe CRA

Disclaimer: The information provided in the Debt Free in 30 Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not intended as personal financial advice. Individual financial situations vary and may require personal guidance from a financial professional. The views expressed in this episode do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Hoyes, Michalos & Associates, or any other affiliated organizations. We do not endorse or guarantee the effectiveness of any specific financial institutions, strategies, or digital tools/apps discussed.

Got another eclectic mix of genres for you. Italian prog rock, Mongolian jazz, Japanese synth pop, Malian folk singing, and the usual goods from the Anglosphere. Also talked a bit about a classical performance at Centre in the Square.

Image above is from the new Elvis concert film. I had a good time watching Elvis perform on the big screen in 4K. I’d suggest you do the same, though I think the window has closed on seeing it in theatres.

No recording yet due to further technical issues. Instead, enjoy and seek out the songs listed below.

• Premiata Forneria Marconi — “È festa” (1971)
• Enji — “Tavishral” (2021)
• Sisyphus — “Lion’s Share” (2014)
• Dry Cleaning — “Scratchyard Lanyard” (2021)
• The S.O.S. Band — “Just Be Good to Me” (1983)
• The Postal Service — “Nothing Better” (2003)
• Paris — “Make Way for a Panther” (1992)
• The Stranglers — “5 Minutes” (1978)
• Elvis Presley — “Little Sister” (1961)
• Miharu Koshi — “Parallélisme” (1984)
• Gary Numan — “Films” (1979)
• Stetsasonic — “Pen and Paper” (1988)
• Oumou Sangaré — “Ah Ndiya” (1991)
• Blind Willie Johnson — “I’m Gonna Run to the City of Refuge” (1929)

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Todays guests are Elizabeth Zinger and Betty-Jo Almond. On this  St. Patricks Day,  Liz and Betty-Jo tell us there their agricultural story.  Part of that story is shared with their connection by way of   agsights.com  Our playlist:

• I’m Shipping Up To Boston  by  Dropkick Murphy
• I Never Lie  by  Zach Top
• Keep Your Hands To Yourself  by  The Georgia Satellites
• Dirt Cheap  by  Cody Johnson
• Tequila Little Time   by   John Pardi
• Rain Is a Good Thing  by  Luke Bryan

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Whuzzup, y’all? Tonight, we hit the 80th All Things Considered by making the case for Recyclone, aka Jon Hutt. Founder of Ant Recordings, Recyclone is a country boy who hit the big city, saw it for the disaster that it was, and channeled that into years of groundbreaking, spoken-word-industrial-bizarro rap that deserves your attention, especially in light of all of today’s techno-happenings and nightmares.

All tracks are by either Recyclone, or Jon Hutt, unless listed otherwise.

The Kooks – Sweet Dreams of the Golden Hog
Land of the Half Dead
Episodes of Constant Torture
Inside the Industrial Castle
Log Off
Slow Rot
Atari Making Love To A Commodore 64
Back to the Four Track
Sixtoo & Recyclone – Mad Max Songs
Refuge of the Damned
For Dreadful Hope
Human Malfunction
Halifax
Build or Be Built
The Earltown Hermit
Business Man
Contact
Slithis Empire – Four
Water Based
We Don’t Exist
The MOTES – R62
Living Circle
F***ing Animals
Cult of Relics
Oil Burner
Icon Series – Squat Lobster
Earth, Human Lab
Mirroring
Service the Engine
Gearbox Therapy
Body Parts
Digital 6
Complex Research
Isotope Microscope
The MOTES – Road Song
Movin’
The MOTES – Sirrah
The Dreamt
Land Based
Three Knocks
Earbender – Normandy (cdmckill)
Cactus – Out of My League
From the Ashes
Heart on My Fist
Entity
The Blue Ridge Mountain Butchers – Catered Infinity
Split Dimension
Mardel – A Sheen
One Point Oh
Ball of Wire
Renovate Me
Adverse Circumstances
Unnatural Nature
Homo Sapien Debris
Body Machine In Insects Domain (with Viola Baker)
The MOTES – The Last Song
Deep Winter Blood Loss

Starting off with some good old classic 50s pop, and if that’s a bit too saccharine for you we’ve also got a good mix of modern grunge, alternative rock, and even some modern psychedelic fun!

• My Prayer – The Platters
• A Teenager In Love – Dion & The Belmonts
• Silhouettes – The Rays
• Quake – Kingdom of Birds
• I’m Scum – Idles
• object permanence – Sydney Sprague
• As Scared As Can Be – Sydney Sprague
• Cutting Corners – Lunar Vacation
• Born In the A.D’s – Psychedelic Porn Crumpets
• Spine Oil – Samia
• Sweet & Sour – Ian Daniel Kehoe

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♦J’aime Afrobeats Music (JAM with Zogho) is a vibrant, culture-rich radio show that blends music, meaning, and movement into one powerful listening experience.

Hosted by MC Zogho, the show is a rhythmic journey through Afrobeats, Afrofusion, Amapiano, Reggae, Makossa, Ndombolo, Zouk, and global Black sounds—woven together with reflections on peace of mind, identity, creativity, and community.

More than just a playlist, JAM with Zogho is a space where:
• Music becomes medicine
• Culture becomes conversation
• Rhythm becomes connection

Listeners can expect uplifting selections, spotlight moments for African and diasporic artists, mindful insights, and occasional live energy that feels like a jam session for the soul.

JAM with Zogho is where sound meets spirit—inviting the Waterloo region and beyond to slow down, feel deeply, and move together in harmony.

J’aime Afrobeats Music (JAM with Zogho) is hosted by MC Zogho and airs on CKMS-FM on Fridays from 10:00am to 11:00am.

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Is microplastic misinformation harming environmental outcomes and science literacy? This episode features a roundtable in response to the responses the Guardian got for their recent article highlighting the uncertain science of microplastics. Turns out a lot of the headlines that went viral didn't actually represent reality. I was happy to see the Guardian making a correction, but then I saw the responses they got… A lot of people were really convinced the article was brought to you by "big plastics". And when I did my own recap on social media, I was also accused of being funded by the plastic industry. To help cover what unfolded, and what this all means for broader science and environmental outcomes, this convo features Oli Jones PhD from the microplastic research POV, and Rick Stafford PhD from the environmental science and policy POV.

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