Programs & Archives – Spoken Word

  • Green Planet Monitor

    Spoken Word, World Affairs

    The Green Planet Monitor is published by Earth Chronicle Productions, a Canadian multimedia company specializing in global environment, development and social justice issues.

    GPM publisher/editor Dave Kattenburg has been creating audio documentaries since 1986, and has reported for CBC Radio, Radio Netherlands, DW Radio and the Free Speech Radio Network from the Marshall Islands, Southeast Asia, India, Africa and Latin America.

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  • Handi-Link

    Spoken Word, Human Rights, Public Affairs

    This program focuses on disability issues. Host Cam Wells will explore all sides of this comparing and contrasting with able bodied life. From CJAM Windsor Ontario.

    Host(s): Cam Wells
    Credits: Producer: Cam Wells

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  • Harbinger Media hour

    Spoken Word, Human Rights, Canadian Affairs, First Nations, International News, LGBTQ, Northern Issues, Public Affairs, Urban issues, World Affairs

    The Harbinger Media Hour is a one hour show case of some of the best from the Harbinger Media network. The Harbinger Media network is a network of progressive podcasts challenging the right-wing and corproate media from coast to coast.

    Shows include
    Progress Report
    North Untapped
    The Breach Show
    Half Past Capitalism Alberta Advantage
    Invisible Institutions Victor’s Children
    Tech Won’t Save Us
    Unmaking Saskatchewan

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  • Heat Wave Baby Vibez

    Hip Hop/Groove, Spoken Word, Performing Arts, Cultural Exchange, World

    eat Wave Baby Vibez is a two-hour radio program on CKUW 95.9 FM, hosted by MGL The Specialist. The show delivers a dynamic mix of Afrofusion, Afrobeats, Amapiano, Congolese Rumba, Ndombolo, alongside Hip-Hop and R&B, creating a global sound experience rooted in culture and community.

    More than music, Heat Wave Baby Vibez is a platform for conversation, creativity, and connection. The show highlights artists, DJs, musicians, producers, event organizers, promoters, and cultural contributors from Winnipeg, Canada, the diaspora, and beyond. Through interviews and open dialogue, the program explores artistic journeys, creative processes, and the stories behind the sound.

    Focused on inspiration, motivation, and cultural exchange, Heat Wave Baby Vibez bridges the gap between radio, live events, and community movements while keeping listeners informed on what’s happening next in arts and entertainment. Energetic, intentional, and community-driven, the show offers a fresh perspective on music, life, and creative expression — all powered by pure vibe.

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  • Late Night Comic Book Radio Theatre

    Pop/Rock, Eclectic, Spoken Word, Performing Arts, Arts, Comedy, Comics, Storytelling

    Have Martin R Howell read you comic books combined with cool tunes from the past and present

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  • Making Contact

    Spoken Word

    Making Contact, produced by National Radio Project, is an award-winning, 29-minute weekly magazine/documentary-style public affairs program heard on over 200 radio stations in the USA, Canada, South Africa and Ireland.

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  • MonkeySparrow

    Electronic/Exploratory, Spoken Word, Cultural Exchange, Storytelling

    The MonkeySparrow brings you original Stories based on This City & Elsewhere, Essays & Letters that are attempts to comprehend the Insignificant & Too Large, and Music from a juxtaposistic collection of Known, Old, Answered & Fated. Hosted by hannah_g with occasional guest writers and music lovers.

    To listen to previous shows on your smart phone or tablet, please visit www.hannah-g.com/the-monkeysparrow. .

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  • Mud Puddle Radio

    Spoken Word, Children’s

    Mud puddle radio is a radio program that is directed mainly at children between the ages of 3 and 8, but is fun for everyone. Each show will have a child co-hosting the show and will discuss music, books, events, etc.

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  • Neon Beige Sound Exchange

    Pop/Rock, Spoken Word, Storytelling

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  • On My Way home

    Pop/Rock, Eclectic, Indie, Spoken Word, Literary, Poetry

    Join your host Justin as he talks music, lyrics, literature, and dad-jokes. Ushering in a new wave of radio hosts, Justin follows in the tradition of Dr. Frasier Crane and Howard Mandshein to bring you old music and new, with a touch of first-year English lit. Bob Dylan once said, “I was born very far from where I’m supposed to be, and so I’m on my way home.” Let’s all make our way home.

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  • outSPOKEn

    Spoken Word

    outSPOKEn is a radio show which seeks to promote the interests of cycling to riders of all levels and backgrounds. The show features interviews and fresh takes on subjects from alley cat racing, current events, products, to women’s topics and anything else of interest to our listeners in the cycling world.

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  • Pages

    Spoken Word, Literary

    Pages is for radio readers. Books, magazines, authors, free books…FREE BOOKS! As well, a book before supper … currently Parnassus On Wheels. Half an hour a week of print for the ear.

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  • Rainbow Country

    Pop/Rock, Eclectic, Spoken Word, LGBTQ

    Mark Tara is your guide through RAINBOW COUNTRY, a show that offers a blend of music & interviews giving voice to the LGBT community

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  • ReFolkUs

    Roots, Spoken Word

    Across the folk music industry, artists and professionals like you are all emerging from the most turbulent time we’ve ever seen – and are searching for ways to build stability, reliable income, and improve our mental and physical health.

    That’s why we’ve launched ReFolkUs. A new podcast by Folk Music Ontario, for folk artists and music industry professionals who want to learn how to make money, find their creative community, and stay grounded and healthy in this intensely stressful but heart-centred industry.

    Each episode, we tap into the most inspirational minds from every corner of the music industry and discuss how to build your business, protect your mental and physical health, and ultimately, create a life and a living of your dreams, without burning out.

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  • Relationship Lab

    Spoken Word

    Relationship Lab is a weekly radio show that explores modern love, dating, and marriage through clarity, confidence, and emotional intelligence. Hosted by Joy Nwokoro, this program blends coaching insights, psychology, real-life scenarios, and faith-informed wisdom for thought-provoking conversations.

    Each episode unpacks common patterns, communication struggles, and emotional wounds, helping listeners gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships. With a practical, human-centred tone, The Relationship Lab offers tools and reflection for healthier choices and connections.

    Designed for Winnipeg and beyond, it’s a space for learning and honest conversation, no blame, just growth

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  • Remember The Time?

    Classical, Pop/Rock, Eclectic, Roots, Nostalgia, Spoken Word

    the show must go on! come expecting laughs, tears and a whole spectrum of emotions in this journey through distant lands, civilizations and cultures throughout father time with your host with the most, Praise Oniyire

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  • Rez Vibes Connections

    Hip Hop/Groove, Spoken Word, Human Rights, Cultural Exchange, First Nations, Northern Issues, Poetry, Politics, Public Affairs, Youth

    Rez Vibes Connections is made by the people, for the people. Decolonizing one day at a time, one soul at a time, one song at a time. From the streets to the classroom we are uplifting each other to grow and elevate from colonialism

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  • Ron’s Reviews

    Spoken Word, Arts, Film, Variety

    A weekly review show hosted by DJ Ronny!
    Featuring detailed opinions on movies, albums and…mostly just movies and albums, but sometimes a food item, tv show or video game will pop up on the docket. You’ll just have to tune in to find out! You can also find archives, more information on the show and occasional updates on @reviewronny on Instagram.

    Links:
    Instagram==
    Letterboxd
    Musicboard

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  • Shrimpfarm.Crypto

    Electronic/Exploratory, Electronica, Spoken Word, Gaming

    Former CKUW Sports Director,Electric Jon and mindfulness guitar guru, Jason Eastwood combine satire, musicology,
    cryptocurrency counter-culture and the Winnipeg Jets to bring you shrimpfarm.crypto.
    The analog relevance within the digital resonance. 
    We are the first and most primal experiment of the digital age, the arcade kids.
    We are the children of the integrated circuit.
    Enter the shrimp farm.

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  • Square Wave

    Electronic/Exploratory, Electronica, Spoken Word, Gaming

    Square Wave is a video game music history podcast broadcasting every Thursday from 4:00pm – 5:00pm, only on CKUW 95.9 fm. Each episode, Dustin Rodgers plays the best video game soundtracks from the last 40 years and shares stories about the people and technology behind the music. New episodes air bi-weekly before they’re available for streaming and listeners are guaranteed to gain a greater appreciation for the music, so keep your radio locked to CKUW 95.9 fm and you won’t miss a moment. Have a question or suggestion for the show’s creator? Send Dustin an email at: dustinrodgers at gmail dot com.

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