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CJSR Radio
by CJSR Radio
We are Edmonton's independent, volunteer-powered campus & community radio station!Broadcasting from the basement of the Students' Union Building at the University of Alberta located on Treaty 6 land, CJSR operates as a non-profit society and registered charity. Our mission is to “enlighten and entertain our audience through high quality and diverse programming that constantly challenges the status quo”. We do this by amplifying voices and perspectives often underrepresented in mainstream media. We provide a safe and inclusive (and fun!) environment for folks to learn the ins and outs of audio production, as well as educate listeners on local issues and stories.
Episodes
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Pihêsiwin | Edmonton Ward Names
CJSR is sharing how Edmonton's 12 Ward were named and forever connected to the rich heritage of First Nations, Inuit and Métis of the region. pihêsiwin is a ward in southwest Edmonton. With permission, CJSR developed this audio series from the videos created by pipikwan pêhtâkwan, Sticks&Stones…
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Sipiwiyiniwak | Edmonton Ward Names
CJSR is sharing how Edmonton's 12 Ward were named and forever connected to the rich heritage of First Nations, Inuit and Métis of the region. Sipiwiyiniwak is a ward in west Edmonton. With permission, CJSR developed this audio series from the videos created by pipikwan pêhtâkwan, Sticks&Stones…
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Tastawiyiniwak | Edmonton Ward Names
CJSR is sharing how Edmonton's 12 Ward were named and forever connected to the rich heritage of First Nations, Inuit and Métis of the region. Tastawiyiniwak is a ward in north Edmonton. With permission, CJSR developed this audio series from the videos created by pipikwan pêhtâkwan, Sticks&Stones...
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O-day'min | Edmonton Ward Names
CJSR is sharing how Edmonton's 12 Ward were named and forever connected to the rich heritage of First Nations, Inuit and Métis of the region. O-day'min is a ward in west central Edmonton. With permission, CJSR developed this audio series from the videos created by pipikwan pêhtâkwan…
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Nakota Isga | Edmonton Ward Names
CJSR is sharing how Edmonton's 12 Ward were named and forever connected to the rich heritage of First Nations, Inuit and Métis of the region. Nakota Isga is a ward in west central Edmonton. With permission, CJSR developed this audio series from the videos created by pipikwan pêhtâkwan,...
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Métis | Edmonton Ward Names
CJSR is sharing how Edmonton's 12 Ward were named and forever connected to the rich heritage of First Nations, Inuit and Métis of the region. Métis is a ward in northwest central Edmonton. With permission, CJSR developed this audio series from the videos created by pipikwan pêhtâkwan…
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Papastew | Edmonton Ward Names
CJSR is sharing how Edmonton's 12 Ward were named and forever connected to the rich heritage of First Nations, Inuit and Métis of the region. Papastew is a ward in south central Edmonton. With permission, CJSR developed this audio series from the videos created by pipikwan pêhtâkwan…
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Karhiio | Edmonton Ward Names
CJSR is sharing how Edmonton's 12 Ward were named and forever connected to the rich heritage of First Nations, Inuit and Métis of the region. Karhiio is a ward in central southeast Edmonton. With permission, CJSR developed this audio series from the videos created by pipikwan pêhtâkwan,...
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Sspomitapi | Edmonton Ward Names
CJSR is sharing how Edmonton's 12 Ward were named and forever connected to the rich heritage of First Nations, Inuit and Métis of the region. Sspomitapi is a ward in southeast Edmonton. With permission, CJSR developed this audio series from the videos created by pipikwan pêhtâkwan, Sticks&Stones...
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Bikes are toys
There are major misconceptions about who rides bicycles and why. Our Bike Traffic Reporter, Karly Coleman, debunks the long held myth that bikes are just for people who can't drive.
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Dene | Edmonton Ward Names
To recognize Indigenous History Month, CJSR is sharing how Edmonton's 12 Wards are named and forever connected to the rich heritage of First Nations, Inuit and Métis of the region. Dene is a ward in the northeast Edmonton. With permission, CJSR developed this audio series from the videos created…
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Ipiihkoohkanipiaohtsi | Edmonton Ward Names
To recognize Indigenous History Month, CJSR is sharing how Edmonton's 12 Wards are named and forever connected to the rich heritage of First Nations, Inuit and Métis of the region. Ipiihkoohkanipiaohtsi is a ward in southwest Edmonton. With permission, CJSR developed this audio series from the...
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Licensing cyclists
Our Bike Traffic Reporter, Karly Coleman, addresses calls for cyclists to be licensed -- which often come up when car drivers see bike infrastructure being maintained (like snow being cleared). She explores which road users should truly be footing the bill.
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Anirniq | Edmonton Ward Names
To recognize Indigenous History Month, CJSR is sharing how Edmonton's 12 Wards are named and forever connected to the rich heritage of First Nations, Inuit and Métis of the region. Anirniq is a ward in northwest Edmonton. Edna Elias shares the roots of the Ward's name. With permission, CJSR...
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Bike traffic jams
How many bicycles would bike lane critics be satisfied with?! Our Bike Traffic Reporter, Karly Coleman, helps ring the bell on what success of bike lanes actually looks like and how transportation planning can address all forms of traffic congestion.
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Microplastics in fish | Study Sesh
Hear University of Alberta biologist, Daniel Barreda share about the new research he's leading on how microplastics affect fish—and what that could mean for our environment, economy and health. READ MORE:...
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Bikes are vehicles
CJSR's Bike Traffic Reporter, Karly Coleman, annihilates the assumption "it's as easy as riding a bike". She rings the bell on the skills needed to ride in the city and how motor vehicles have a lane in making urban cycling safe for all.
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First-ever PhD student in Indigenous Crimean Tatar Studies | Study Sesh
Hear Nara Narimanova share about being the first-ever PHD student in the Indigenous Crimean Tatar Studies fellowship. With the work being done by the Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies and the Faculty of Native Studies at the University of Alberta, Crimean Tartar Studies is growing…
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Beavers staying busy amid climate change | CJSR Study Sesh
Hear ecologist Glynnis Hood shares about a study of what the long-established beaver pond at Miquelon Lake Provincial Park in Alberta can tell us about the impacts of climate change. READ MORE ABOUT THE RESEARCH:...
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Gender, kids & STEM | CJSR Study Sesh
Hear University of Alberta psychologist Katherine Luken Raz speak about how children as young as seven start internalizing stereotypes about who’s likely to pursue science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) in school and careers. READ MORE ABOUT RESEARCH:...
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Exercise as cancer treatment | CJSR Study Sesh
Hear about the new study out of the U of A shows exercise can be an actual treatment for cancer. The Canada Research Chair in Physical Activity and Cancer and professor at the U of A’s Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation, Kerry Courneya shares how just 150 minutes of moderate to…
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Becoming a mineral namesake | CJSR Study Sesh
Hear about the U of A prof who has just had a mineral named after him: the grahampearsonite. Earth & Atmospheric Sciences professor Graham Pearson has contributed a lot to field of study from discovering the mineral, ringwoodite, established the Arctic Resources Geochemistry Laboratory, one of…
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Haiku by Chad | 2026 Poetry Month
Haiku by Chad | 2026 Poetry Month by CJSR Radio
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Haiku by Alice | 2026 Poetry Month
Haiku by Alice | 2026 Poetry Month by CJSR Radio
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History of strength & survival wins GG award | CJSR Study Sesh
Hear about Crystal Gail Fraser's book, and her research it's based on, which was awarded the Governor General's History Award for Scholarly Research. The publication by the Associate Professor in the Faculty of Native Studies at the University of Alberta is 'By Strength, We Are Still Here:...
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Haiku by Riley | 2026 Poetry Month
Haiku by Riley | 2026 Poetry Month by CJSR Radio
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Haiku by Serena | 2026 Poetry Month
Haiku by Serena | 2026 Poetry Month by CJSR Radio
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Haiku by Harmony | 2026 Poetry Month
Haiku by Harmony | 2026 Poetry Month by CJSR Radio
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Haiku by Matthew Gooding | 2026 Poetry Month
Haiku by Matthew Gooding | 2026 Poetry Month by CJSR Radio
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Haiku by Jon Lai | 2026 Poetry Month
Haiku by Jon Lai | 2026 Poetry Month by CJSR Radio
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Haiku by Joe Hartfeil | 2026 Poetry Month
Haiku by Joe Hartfeil | 2026 Poetry Month by CJSR Radio
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Haiku by Caitlin Sian Richards | 2026 Poetry Month
Haiku by Caitlin Sian Richards | 2026 Poetry Month by CJSR Radio
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FORBIDDEN UNIVERSITY - Nauzanin Knight Interview
Lucas Anders interviews Nauzanin Knight (director) about her documentary THE FORBIDDEN UNIVERSITY. It is screening as part of Northwest Film Fest Saturday April 11th, 2026 st 2:30PM at Meto Cinema. Nauzanin Knight will be in attendance for a Q&A after the screening. Amid the shadows of oppression...
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YOUNG FEMALE PLAYWRIGHT - Pony Nicole Herauf Interview
Christian Zyp interviews Pony Nicole Herauf (director/producer) about her debut feature film YOUNG FEMALE PLAYWRIGHT. See it as part of the Calgary Underground Film Festival on Wednesday April 22nd at 7:00PM at the Globe Cinema. Pony Nicole Herauf & Ellie Moon (screenwriter/actor) will in...
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FRIDAY THE 69TH - Alex Montilla Interview
Christian Zyp interviews Alex Montilla (director/writer/editor) about his film FRIDAY THE 69TH. It's screening as part of the Calgary Underground Film Festival on Friday April 17th at 10PM at the Globe Cinema. Alex and Rob Zoppo (actor) will be in attendance for a post screening Q&A. FRIDAY THE...
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MY BLOODY VALENTINE - George Mihalka Interview
Christian Zyp interviews George Mihalka (director) about his film MY BLOODY VALENTINE for the 45th anniversary screening as part of the Calgary Underground Film Festival. See it Sunday April 19th at 4:15PM at the Globe Cinema as part of CUFF. George will be in attendance for the screening for a...
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Fires x seismic lines promote native plants | CJSR Study Sesh
Hear about Department of Renewable Resources' PhD candidate Leonardo Viliani surprise when his research found forest fires and seismic lines can create a “buffering effect” that helps native plants thrive.
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SILVER SCREAMERS - Sean Cisterna Interview
Christian Zyp interviews Sean Cisterna (The Long Rider, From the Vine, Kiss & Cry) about the documentary he directed, SILVER SCREAMERS. You can see it as part of Northwest Film Fest on Friday, April 10, 2026 at 1:00 PM at Metro Cinema. SILVER SCREAMERS is a heartwarming and spine-tingling...
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HISTORY IN 60 - John Loepkky Interview
Christian Zyp interviews John Loeppky about the series he hosts HISTORY IN 60 now streaming on AMI+ online. It premiered recently and you can watch all six episodes eventually. Look below to find links to stream. HISTORY IN 60 is a six-part documentary series hosted by journalist John Loeppky. In...
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Famine as genocide | CJSR Study Sesh
Hear about a new, free, public online course, Famine as Genocide: The Holodomor in Ukraine, on one of the 20th century's most devastating, yet understudied, episodes of mass violence. Assistant Lecturer, at the U of A’s History, Classics, & Religion Department and Research Associate with Canadian...
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LOVE OF THE GAME: RISE OF THE REAPERS - Niek Theelen Interview
Christian Zyp interviews Niek Theelen (stand-up comic, filmmaker, adaptive athlete) about a project he is trying to get funded, LOVE OF THE GAME: RISE OF THE REAPERS. You can vote for it at the link below at the website for Decentralized Pictures (co-founded by ROman Coppola). LOVE OF THE GAME:...
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How parents talk to their kids about sexuality | CJSR Study Sesh
Hear about the University of Alberta study looking at how parents can approach important conversations about sexual health. Faculty of Nursing assistant professor Neelam Punjani shares what her research found working with various parent focus groups. She created two resource videos for parents…
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An option other than antibiotics | CJSR Study Sesh
Hear about the University of Alberta researchers racing against time to develop options other than antibiotics. Professor of biochemistry and vice-dean of research for the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry Joanne Lemieux shares about about her team identifying a way to switch off bacteria’s...
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IT'S A GIRL - Kyle Tobiasson Interview
Lucas Anders interviews Kyle Tobiason (co-writer/co-director) about the short film IT'S A GIRL that he created with Mia Cooksy. It screens as part of FAVA Fest 2026 on Friday March 20th at 6PM at The Capital Theatre (1920 Street, Fort Edmonton Park). It's one of four projects (Flash, Show Me...
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WHO IS THE BOY? - Milan Kalra Interview
Lucas Anders interviews Milan Kalra (co-director/co-writer) about his short film WHO IS THE BOY? that he collaborated on with musician Nick Lange. See it as part of FAVA FEST 2926 on Friday March 20th at The Capitol Theatre (1920 Street, Fort Edmonton Park) as part of a program of short films...
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THE TABLE BETWEEN US - Nikki Rae Hallow , Anna Primiani, Ashlee Pearce Interview
Lucas Anders interviews Nikki Rae Hallow (director), Anna Primiani (writer/producer/actor), Ashlee Pearce (producer) about the short film THE TABLE BETWEEN US. See screens as part of FAVA Fest on on Friday March 6th at Metro Cinema. FAVA Fest 2026 also hase screenings/events March 13th at The...
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Eleanor Collins | Black History Month 2026
This Black History Month, CJSR is honouring the experiences, achievements and enduring contributions of Black communities in Canada. Each week, we spotlight a different Black Edmontonian who has influenced the local music scene over the years. February 22-28, we hear about the "first lady of…
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THE GIRL WHO CRIED PEARLS - Chris Lavis Interview
Christian Zyp interviews co-creator Chris Lavis about the stop-motion animated film THE GIRL WHO CRIED PEARLS with Maciek Szczerbowski. It is nominated for the BEST ANIMATED SHORT FILM at the 98th Academy Awards ceremony. Watch the short film on Crave in Canada or on the National Film Board…
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Connections between the mouth & silent reading | CJSR Study Sesh
Hear about the new University of Alberta study exploring the surprising and deep connections between what’s going on in our mouths and brains when we read silently. PhD candidate and researcher Mitchell Holmes stresses it's important people do NOT try this at home. READ MORE ABOUT RESEARCH:...
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Teddy Pemberton | Black History Month 2026
This Black History Month, CJSR is honouring the experiences, achievements and enduring contributions of Black communities in Canada. Each week, we spotlight a different Black Edmontonian who has influenced the local music scene over the years. February 15-21, we hear about Teddy Pemberton who...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We are Edmonton's independent, volunteer-powered campus & community radio station!Broadcasting from the basement of the Students' Union Building at the University of Alberta located on Treaty 6 land, CJSR operates as a non-profit society and registered charity. Our mission is to “enlighten and entertain our audience through high quality and diverse programming that constantly challenges the status quo”. We do this by amplifying voices and perspectives often underrepresented in mainstream media. We provide a safe and inclusive (and fun!) environment for folks to learn the ins and outs of audio production, as well as educate listeners on local issues and stories.
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