Almost 107

Seasonal fitness is adjusting our routines to changing year. It’s about navigating weather, holidays, and energy levels to optimize workouts and nutrition. On this episode of Almost 107 we will be hearing from Lucas Fernandino, professional PT and Bryant Cruz, Fitness Consultant at Fanshawe’s wellness center about adapting workouts and nutrition to each season.

In this episode, host Bernardo Lucca will be joined by Medical Director at LHSC in London Dr. Christopher Schlacta to talk about the Bariatric Centre's recent success in the city of London. We'll also be hearing from Sandy Achilleos, a patient who went through bariatric surgery in 2022, to know more about how has the procedure helped her both physically and mentally.

Immerse yourself in the world of creative minds as we navigate the ups and downs of photography. Join us for insightful conversations, inspiration, and a deep dive into the artistry behind every snapshot.

Getting into a band or into the music industry is a wonderfully exciting experience, but it also throws up several questions. What are you supposed to do when you are in a band to get recognized? What about the first performance? How about training and rehearsals? Don't worry, because we've gathered together some of our top artists to ensure you know what it really takes to be in the music industry. Think about some of the most memorable concerts you ever attended. Which bands would you pay almost any amount of money to see? Now think, what is it about those bands or shows that really stood out to you? What would you like to take from that and add to your own performances? What is the power of stage presence? How can it affect the quality of a show and the audience’s experience? Why is it beneficial to assess your performance? This and more on this episode of Almost 107

Business trends are changing these days as various side hustles like affiliate marketing are attracting people towards them. In this episode, we talked about such a trend with our guest Yash Rupela to dive deeper into it

This is the world of collecting collectibles! Three collectors collect different items such as toys, video games, and comics. They express why they do it and how expensive it can be as well as newer generations having that same spark as them. Take a journey with a youtuber/streamer, a young upcoming business owner, and a seasoned business owner of the largest comic book store in Southwestern Ontario.

The details of what happened with five members of the Afzaal Family are out and some of them are disturbing. That has pushed many families towards traumas and anxieties. On top of that, the war in the Middle East has once again fueled the emotions of Islamophobia. In this episode of Almost 107, we talked with one organization based in London that is trying to help people going through these traumas. We also discussed student concerns around these events with the Director Of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Fanshawe College.

On this episode of almost 107, we will be hearing the voice of Fanshawe College's Cross Country star Katie Rice, who is also known to be the face of the sport. We will hear her story and advantages and disadvantages of being a student athlete.

Dusan Karic a Serbian-born baseball player started playing baseball in his home country. Since then he has had many experiences in Europe before coming to North America, as his biggest journey is going home to play for his country hoping to qualify them for the summer Olympics.

Disclaimer: This episode contains themes of sexual violence and suicide. Sexual assault victims found peace and solace through different ways. Sam Koster and Marlee Liss went through similar but different traumatic situations in their life. This episode brings in the thought of restorative justice and how it was used for cases that deals with sexual violence while shedding light on how the court can be impactful to a victim. Everyone's healing journey is different so as long the victim gets the healing that they need.

On this episode of Almost 107, we will discuss the importance of being a heart-centred leader not only in the corporate world but in every aspect of life. We will discuss challenges faced by leaders and some solutions to them.

Since the beginning of history, dance has been an expressive tool that fosters and transcends human relationships. Although dance genres have evolved and diversified, dance is still one of the most expressive physical arts and efficient ways to connect with new people. We are discussing that with professionals in the fields. Tune in to discover how dancing brings the world together.

Today I have an incredible International student sharing his stories of challenges and triumphs. So whether you're just a Londoner curious about the perspectives of your fellow residents or a newcomer seeking insights. London is a melting pot of cultures.

The Marketplace allowed users to purchase and download digital copies of games and other content. Xbox 360 console eliminating the marketplace meaning you need physical copies. Cameron Marshall and Joe Appleby reflected on it.

On this episode we will be discussing advantages and some disadvantages as a woman in sports. We will be getting to know Kendra Doyle as she is an up and coming creator and reporter at Brock University. Hearing a student voice and perspective.

With many political crises going on worldwide, We talked with Matt Farell, a Political Analyst from Southern Ontario to discuss Canadian responses to Global Challenges. In the podcast, we discussed some world events affecting everyone, the reasons behind Canada’s response and how normal residents become part of global decisions.

London is a home to many different diversities but is it really safe? Is it safe for a woman/girl to alone at night? London’s also known as party city, what actions/ measures bars and clubs have been taking? Has crimes increased or decreased? In this episode of Almost 107 we talk with two guest speakers first Alex Mclean, transwoman and student of Fanshawe and second Swan Beckworth, parttime bartender and host at Partee putt London about challenges they have been facing and strategies to tackle them.

In this episode of Almost 107, I connected with Western University's Kaitlynn Mendes and got some insight on how exactly social media has an effect on Body Dysmorphia and then spoke with former bodybuilder Dean Mamatis about the effect social media and Body Dysmorphia has on the fitness industry where it is very prominent.

Economies have been on the decline, with the effects of war, hurricanes, inflation, and more on full display in London and across the globe. On this episode of Almost 107, we talk with Glen Pearson, the Director of the London Food Bank, as well as Cristian Bravo, an Associate Professor of Statistical and Actuarial Sciences with Western University, to take a deeper look into how lower income and middle income families are being effected by global events.

We all love seeing a band perform at a local venue and jamming out to their music but its never crossed anyone's mind as to how they got on that stage. The competition to earning the limelight is long and lengthy battle for both bands and venue managers. In this episode, two members from the band Carmine and a local resident, who once managed Ontario's hottest bar of the 80s, discuss the underground music business from perspective of artists and business men.

This episode explores ways humans can contribute to create a more sustainable environment, thereby reducing the carbon pollution. Host Bernardo Lucca is joined by Climate Action London cofounder Mary Ann Hodge, who is an environmental advocate and has been involved on environmental issues for years. We will be taking an overall look at London's performance at the National Climate League Standings and discuss what could be improved. We will address some future initiatives and upcoming events the organization is participating, calling out on people to actively participate as well.

Almost everyone who rents in this city, especially students, feel like they’re treading water financially when it comes to paying rent. So the goal of this podcast is to find out just how bad is the renting situation here in London, what’s behind the rise of rent prices, who’s at fault if there is someone to fault and is there any hope that we can survive without either working 40 hours a week or taking out a loan?

This episode is about London homes that are found on the London heritage registry. That is unlivable and can not just be torn down. I was able to talk with ward 3 councilor Peter Cuddy and the president of the London heritage society Dan Brock. About The balance that goes into keeping London history but also building liveable homes Londoners can live in with our current housing crisis.

Starting your own podcast can be an exciting challenge. That's why it's important to plan and structure your podcast. That's also why it's important to study your audience so you understand what news beats you should include in your future episodes. Featuring Christian Grifferty and Josh Berril, this episode of Almost 107 will address the main things you have to start doing if you want to have success with podcasting. Along the episode, Josh and Chris give insight on researching and how it helps build up content for the podcast, as well as crucial aspects of listeners engagement and feedback.

For this podcast I wanted to talk about a topic that's been in a lot of people's conversations for a few years now. That being gas prices.So I asked some car owners around Fanshawe as well as sat down with business professor and economist Ken Judge to get an in-depth look into what Canadians are feeling and what is and/or can be done about the prices.

This episode is about YOU aka youth opportunities unlimited. This takes an indepth look at a small portion of the YOU organization. I am looking at the woodshop company they run. In this podcast we will talk to all three levels of people who work at the woodshop.

In this episode of Almost 107, XFM’s Jacob Gendron looks at the use of Artificial Intelligence in music and what it means for the industry, both in the present and the future; particularly looking at the ‘Fake Drake’ song ‘Heart On My Sleeve’ and the upcoming Beatles song that will be ‘assisted’ by A.I.

Baking which seems simple but is not. it's not only a culinary art but also a science, as it involves chemical reactions like leavening, caramelization, and a Millard browning to create delicious treats. In this episode of Almost 107 we talk to Charvi Makhija is a part time chef, also she has her own small business will share some stories, significance and challenges she experienced.

In this episode we are joined by Mary Hooydonk, a deeply knowledgeable Horticulturalist, and we analyze how climate change is effecting everything from industries like agriculture, horticulture to causing mass migration of people due to job and home loss, and more.

This episode is about Western University’s homecoming or “foco”. I will be talking to western students about what the celebration means to them and what they think should be done to keep things under control as FOCO is quite LOCO. I will also speak to Sam Trosow, a London city councillor about how the city views homecoming and what is being done on that end to keep order at the massive party

After making it through a pandemic, local retail businesses are now having to deal with their newest challenge; Inflation. On this episode of Almost 107, host Justin Koehler is joined by local store manager Alex Drouin to talk about where Canada’s retail sector has been, where it is, and where it’s going.

Abuse and opioid addiction have unfortunately become a common path for many women and men in today's society. Our guest Brittany Baker from London, has fallen victim to it and faced abuse, homelessness and addiction for 10 years of her life. She managed to regain her normal life and overcome her addiction with the help of professionals, her persistence, and her love for art. Through the episode, we discuss her story, the challenges she faced, the turning point in her life, as well as ways in which others who can relate, can follow in her steps. Baker now uses her Instagram page to share and sell all of her amazing art work https://www.instagram.com/brittanytbee/

Sleep deprivation represents a global phenomenon that carves deeply in nowadays society. Sebastián Fridman (neurologist and Western University assistant professor) says this topic is being terribly underestimated and during this episode of Almost 107, we´ll analyze the consequences, importance and suggestions around this.

The Thames might just be a stinky river for you. But this might not be the case for many people being affected by the water quality and different environmental issues. Tom Cull from the Antler River Rally, and Paul Noble from the Thames River Angler's Association, will share us their thoughts on the river.

In this follow-up, XFM Reporter Ibrahim Lynn takes another look at the London Cycling community and two of its social hubs. While also talking about what progress has been made across the city’s cycling infrastructure.

Join CJ Goater has he talks to Wishyful and Mins101 casters for the Fanshawe Fuel as they discuss diversity in the esports community, and how its a fun safe space that goes beyond a place to play videogames.

Crossfit hasn't been around for that long but it's starting to get recognized more as a real sport. We dove into what it looks like to be an elite athlete in the Crossfit world. Jack Farlow competed in the junior Crossfit games and is now training to get into the CrossFit games. In this episode, we talk to Farlow and his coach Josh Woolley about what goes on behind the scenes when training for the games.

Mike and Jamie Jack broke the Guinness world record for longest habanero kiss because the recent record was 3.5 minutes and they set it to 15 minutes. Mike has broken other hot pepper challenges but this is Jamie's first record.

All humans are looking for an ideal partner, someone to accompany them in their adventures, who have common interests and similar humor, however, this is the only thing they need to find an ideal partner. In this episode, we talk to college students about their ideal match and the characteristics they need to find it.

Join CJ Goater, and Drake Mosca has the discuss life as a master degree student, stress, career aspirations, and more. Drake Mosca is a masters student at Guelph University.

Sometimes love is unpredictable, but what if he cheated? You gave him all your heart and he neglected your feelings. Is breakup the only decision?

Ontario pharmacists are granted a new power to prescribe. What are the benefits? How is this going to affect the healthcare system? Jen Belcher from the Ontario Pharmacists Association, and Fanshawe College Community Pharmacy Assistant program coordinator Lyona Lunter, will share us some insight of the new change.

In this episode of almost 107 the podcast, we have Darren Stevenson on to talk about the company he created which is 519 sports online. Darren worked for 12 years as the sports anchor for CTV news Kitchener, but one day they shut down the sports program at CTV and he no longer had a job. He still had a passion to cover local sports and that is when he thought of creating 519 sports. In this episode, we talk about the beginning days of the company to where it is now. The host for this podcast is Thomas Isert Bender

Welcome to a new episode of Almost 107 Podcast. Today we will review the story of Karelia Costales. A Cuban singer had to overcome many setbacks to perform in one of the most renowned talent reality shows in the World. The political constraints, the scarce possibilities for personal development in Cuba, her family, her goal and more in this episode of Almost 107. Credits: Citytv and Canada´s Got Talent Show.

Online dating applications have become one of the most popular resources to meet people and having relationships with them, but can you create a lasting relationship from a dating application? what are the risks and stigmas that they bring? in this episode we will have three points of view that will tell us about their experience with dating applications.

We choose our partner and search for their attention which falls under personal accomplishment. It takes time and effort to communicate at first even if there’s mutual connection. Being in a healthy relationship implies being treated with respect and care that has an impact on our self esteem. Some people suspect that they’re getting used, if they’re being treated poorly. But they stay together because of the personal accomplishment factor. We often say to each other that no one will love us the way our current partner does, and it doesn’t let us go. When the only way out is to leave.

In this episode of Almost 107, we talk about the art of loving yourself and having the right mindset, as well as ways in which technology and the social media are helping others find their true self-love. Host Felipe Brenner is joined by Ilana Abbey Walker a Fanshawe graduate who lives in France and started her own podcast on self-love and self appreciation. Our second guest is Leah Carde, a mother of two who has found her self-love and talks about what she does every day to keep it alive.

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Reporter Robert Van Ryswyck dives into Canada's sweeping handgun ban with Liberal MP Peter Fragiskatos and Gun store owner Wayne Goble. The two men offer answers to questions like: Why are firearms getting so expensive? Why is the new law so confusing? If we ban guns for safety when do we stop banning things?

The “Freshman 15” is a term used when 1st year post secondary students gain 15 pounds for a variety of reasons. Most do their best to try and avoid it but for 1st year students adjusting to a new school life is difficult. In this podcast we talk to personal trainer Mattoas Bos. student Cole Tyler and former international student Adithya Ajith on their stories of going through it, what they did to get back in form and advice that others can use to help avoid or get out of the “Freshman 15”