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The Muse is your number one source of what's going on at Memorial University of Newfoundland! Keep up with weekly episodes covering News, Politics, Arts and Culture, St. John's, and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  1. #33 - Hulk Caesar- The Hulk Caesar Show

    In this week's episode, John Harris interviews Hulk Caesar, host of Newfoundland's The Hulk Caesar Show: https://weekly-songs-app.vercel.app/hulk-home.html Produced by Kaelem Tingate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. #32 - Alex Bill - All Newfoundland and Labrador

    In this week's episode, John Harris interviews Alex Bill about his journalistic experience, his new book, All Newfoundland and Labrador, his time at The Muse, and much more. Produced by Kaelem Tingate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. #31 - OARS - Overdose Awareness and Response St. John's

    OARS, standing for Overdose Awareness and Response St. John's, is a crowd-funded harm reduction organization in St. John's addressing the overdose epidemic right here in St. John's through boots on the ground advocacy and action. In this week's episode, John Harris interviews Rigel Penman and...

  4. #30 - Codgito - Student Philosophy Journal

    In this week's episode, Lee Hurley interviews Colby and Ibo, Editors of MUN's reignited Student Run Philosophy Journal, Codgito. Codgito is a play on philosopher Descartes Cogito, combined with Newfoundland's deep ties to cod. They're looking for submissions, and hope to have the first copy out…

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  5. #29 - Asif Muhammad Prince - Living with Cancer

    In this week's episode, John Harris interviews Asif Mahumud Prince. Prince has recently been given a terminal diagnosis of incurable metastatic thyroid cancer. He is a recent MUN business graduate, and his immigration status is expiring. However, because of his condition, he cannot travel back to...

  6. #28 - Sadie Mees - Captured by the IDF

    In this week's episode, John Harris interviews Sadie Mees about her experience on the Freedom Flotilla to Gaza. In October, Mees and two other Newfoundlanders left to join a humanitarian mission, onboarding a boat with doctors, supplies, and journalists, in the hope of breaking Israel's siege and...

  7. #27 - Blake Colbran - Student Life

    This podcast is from when Blake Colbran was MUNSU's newly appointed Director of Student Life. In this episode, John Harris interviewed Blake about his new role, his goals for the year, why he took on the position, and more. Produced, filmed, and edited by Jake Laybolt and Kaelem Tingate This...

  8. #26 - Jessica McCormick - Newfoundland and Labrador Labour Federation

    Jessica McCormick is President of the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour, making her the youngest person elected into the role. She is also a member of Memorial Universities Centeial 100 Champions, demonstrating her history, leadership, and influence. In this week's episode, John…

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  9. #25 - Liz Fagan - Bilingual Indie Rock Band

    Liz Fagan is "25%" of St. John's Bilingual Indie Rock band, Liz Fagan band. In this week's episode, Lee Hurley and Liz Fagan dig into the nitty-gritty of being an artist: from the struggles of being on tour to the everyday battles going on behind the scenes. They discuss trans-representation…

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  10. #24 - Ray Johnson - Make and Break Orchestral Folk Band

    Listen in to this week's Muse News to hear Ray Johnson, iconic Newfoundland performer and member of "Buddy Whatshisname and the other fellers," talk about his new project, the "Make and Break Orchestral Folk Band." They want 12 members, and they're looking for students; if you're a student…

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  11. #23 - Mike Wahl - Health Explored

    In this week's episode of Muse News, John Harris interviews Dr. Mike Wahl, host of "Health Explored," and MUN Professor of physiology, biochemistry, anatomy, and occupational health and safety. Mike has also travelled the world, authoring "Health Explored," a book all about the practical health...

  12. #22 - Lori Lee Oats - Churchill Falls Hydroelectric Project

    In this week's episode, John Harris interviews MUN Professor Lori Lee Oats. They discuss major environmental and economic concerns within Newfoundland, as well as Oats' experience studying their effects and future. The discussion primarily follows Oats' perspective on the Churchill Falls,...

  13. #21 - Janet Morrison - MUN's New President

    In this week's episode of Muse News, John Harris interviews MUN's new president, Janet Morrison. Tune in to hear about her plans for Memorial, the current issues it faces, her views going into the role, and much more. Produced, filmed, and edited by Kaelem Tingate This program aired on CHMR-FM…

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  14. #20 - William Dray - Andersons, Butcher and Takeaway

    William Dray is the head-butcher, founder, and co-owner of Andersons, Butcher & Takeaway, in St. John’s, Newfoundland: a robust local butcher shop providing high-quality, locally sourced meat. Tune in to this week's episode to hear all about Anderson's Butcher Shop and the Newfoundland meat...

  15. #19 - Riley Tucker - MUNSU Elections

    Riley Tucker was this years MUNSU chief returning officer, in charge of holding the 2025 MUNSU elections. In this week's episode, John Harris interviews Tucker about the significance of student elections, student activism, MUNSU's election structure, and much more. Produced, filmed and edited by...

  16. #18 - Jordan Wright - Canada Games

    In this week's episode of Muse News, Andrew Connors interviews Jordan Wright, MUN's lead organizer for the Canada Games. Tune in to hear about the exciting weeks to come, what it's taken to organize, and the concerns still on the horizon. Produced, filmed, and edited by Kaelem Tingate This…

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  17. #17 - Andy Jones - Theatre, Film, and Comedy

    Andy Jones is a Newfoundland comedian, playwright, and actor. Jones is a member of the Order of Canada, the Order of Newfoundland, and an honorary doctor of letters from Memorial University. John Harris interviews Jones, about his time as an actor, his experience as a mentor, the times he's…

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  18. #16 - Amanda Bittner - Covid Election

    Dr. Amanda Bittner is a professor of political psychology at Memorial University. She is best known for her work with party leaders, gender, and public opinion. Additionally, Bittner is the founder of the Gender of Politics lab, a hub for the study of gender and its relation to politics. So, with...

  19. #15 - Charlie Angus - The Resistance

    Charlie Angus is the former member of parliament for Timmins-James Bay, where he represented the NDP for 21 years. Now, Angus has taken to leading what he calls The Resistance, a movement pushing back against Trump, his "Grifter Fascism," and the threats against Canada. In this week's episode…

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  20. #14 - Eddie Sheer - Meteorologist

    Eddie Sheerr, face of NTV Weather has left the network, and is making it on his own. Sheerr is launching his own weather network across social media, the Sheerr Weather app, and soon to be a website. So, listen in as John Harris interviews this Newfoundland icon. John Harris interviews Sheerr,...

  21. #13 - Reese - Tent City for Community

    Last year in St. John's, a tent city was formed in front of the Confederation building, an alternative housing project that was eventually moved to Bannerman Park. For many, this was their home, their place of connection, and a place of safety. So, following its destruction, the unhoused…

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  22. #12 - Eddy St. Coeur - St. John's Pride

    Every year, St. John's Pride events get bigger and better. So, to celebrate Pride Month and to hear about their 11-day festival, we’ve invited Eddy St. Coeur on the podcast. Eddy is Co. Chair External for St. John’s Pride, and a dedicated leader in the local queer community. In this week's…

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  23. #11 - Michael Arnold and Owen Finn - Dogfish

    Dogfish is an up-and-coming St. John's "slacker rock" band, with too many members, fun bits, and an old-school-meets-modern-punk feel. So, with the recent release of their new album Cassette Ape, we've decided to have them on the podcast. In this week's episode, Lee Hurley interviews members...

  24. #10 - Nathan Gillingham - Director of MUNSU External Affairs

    Nathan Gillingham is MUNSU's newly appointed director of external affairs and research. In this week's episode, John Harris interviews Nathan about his new role, his goals for the year, why he's taken on the position, and much more. Produced, filmed, and edited by Jake Laybolt and Kaelem Tingate...

  25. #9 - Ady Sikka and Mehzabin Chowdhury - MUN Film Making

    MUN Film Making and Media Society is dedicated to the cultivating of young filmmakers at Memorial University & in St. John's, NL, providing new opportunities for connections and experience. In this week's episode, John Harris interviews Ady Sikka and Mehzabin Chowdhury on their filmmaking...

  26. #8 Caleb Browne and Tanner Hudson - Toothcut Journal

    Toothcut is St. John's newest student run poetry journal: their goal is to highlight emerging writers, elevate strange and unusual literature, and to give authors a chance to have their work read. In this week's episode, Lee Hurley interviews members of Toothcut: Caleb Browne and Tanner Hudson....

  27. #7 - Campus Coalition - Fund MUN

    The Campus coalition comprises labor and student unions from Memorial University, including Grenfell Campus, Labrador Campus, Harlow Campus, and Marine Institute. In this week's episode, John Harris interviews Nicolas Keough (MUNSU External Affairs), Bill Kavanagh (CUPE 1615 President), and Lisa...

  28. #6 Faisal Abu-Ghazaleh - Life as a Palestinian Student

    Faisal Abu-Ghazaleh is a Palestinian student at MUN who received over 15 thousand dollars from donors following the loss of his family funding during Israel's invasion of Gaza. John Harris interviews Faisal about growing up in Jerusalem, the financial hardship he's faced, MUN's response to…

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  29. #5 Muse News - Sadie Mees - MUN Student's for Palestine

    Sadie Mees is an archeology student and organizer for MUN Students for Palestine. John Harris interviews Sadie about MUN's involvement in Israel's Palestinian genocide, the issues protesters have faced, and the future of MUN students for Palestine. This program aired on CHMR-FM MUN Radio on…

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  30. #4 Muse News - Devon Boddon - Student Advocacy

    Devon Boddon is Director of Advocacy for MUN's student union - MUNSU Jacob Laybolt interviews Devon about his work with MUNSU, the student housing crisis, MUN's presidential search, and much more. This program aired on CHMR-FM MUN Radio on Monday, December 9 2025. Hosted on Acast. See...

  31. #3 Muse News - Kate Cadigan - Politics and Diversity

    Kate Cadigan is co-chair of Equal Voice NL, president of MUN's politics and law society, and vice-president of external affairs and communications with NL Youth Parliament. John Harris interviews Kate about diversity in politics, youth engagement, the effects of the recent election, and much…

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  32. #2 Muse News - Nicolas Keough - Director of MUNSU External Affairs

    Nicolas Keough is Director of External Affairs and Communications for MUN's Student Uninion - MUNSU Anasophie Vallee and Jake Laybolt speak with Nicolas Keough about his new role at MUNSU, the ongoing encampment and protest at convocation ceremonies as students demand Memorial's disclosure and...

  33. #1 Muse News - Ian Foster - Singer Songwriter

    Ian Foster is an award-winning Singer-Songwriter, Filmmaker, and Producer. Anasophie Vallee chats with Ian about the launch of his brand new classical crossover instrumental album Nerve, which will be streaming June 8th, 2024, at Bannerman Brewing Co.! Did you know Ian is a former editor of The...

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