Programs & Archives – Spoken Word

  • Truth Before Reconciliation

    Spoken Word, First Nations, Public Affairs

    Truth before Reconciliation, hosted by Tammy Wolfe, provides listeners with a variety of knowledgeable perspective on both current and historical context of Indigenous truths throughout Canada, in order to educate, inform and encourage reconciliation through community awareness and taking action.

    “We’re building relationships and teaching Truth before Reconciliation”

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  • Two Princes

    Pop/Rock, Eclectic, Spoken Word, Comedy

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  • UWSA Engage

    Spoken Word, Human Rights, Gaming, Arts, Comedy, Cultural Exchange, Environmental, First Nations, Food Issues, Politics, Public Affairs, Sports, Student Affairs, Youth

    A presentation of the University of Winnipeg Students’ Association (UWSA), Where your student union updates you on events, activities, and student issues.

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  • Viewpoints

    Spoken Word, Canadian Affairs, Politics, Public Affairs

    Viewpoints is the latest podcast and news magazine produced by the Community Radio Fund of Canada. It provides an overview of what’s happening across Canada, thanks to radio reporters from CJRU and others posted across the country, working for the Local Journalism Initiative (LJI). The Local Journalism Initiative (LJI) supports the production of original civic journalism news content that covers the diverse needs of underserved communities across Canada, hosted by Boris Chassagne. The Community Radio Fund of Canada works in collaboration with the National Campus and Community Radio Association (NCRA/ANREC).

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  • When We Wake

    Roots, Spoken Word

    New music. Honest conversations.


    When We Wake is a syndicated, weekly radio show that brings you the best in indie, folk, and singer-songwriter—hosted by Andrew Shaver of Clever Hopes.

    Each week, the show offers a thoughtfully curated mix of emerging and essential voices, weaving together the threads between melody and meaning.

    Alongside standout tracks, When We Wake features in-depth conversations with the artists themselves—uncovering the stories, questions, and creative sparks behind the songs.

    When We Wake creates space for connection: between artist and listener, lyric and life, sound and silence. This is where discovery meets resonance—music to wake us.

    When We Wake was voted Runner Up for Best Variety Show at the 2024 CRABO Awards, honouring the best in campus and community radio across Canada.

    All interviews hosted, edited and produced by Andrew Shaver.

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  • WINGS

    Spoken Word

    WINGS: Women’s International News Gathering Service is an all-woman independent radio production company that produces and distributes news and current affairs programs by and about women around the world.

    WINGS programs are used by non-commercial radio stations, women’s studies, and individuals.

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  • Wooden Spoons

    Spoken Word, Cooking, Food Issues

    Wooden Spoons, explores paths to healthy living in our homes and our communities through whole foods, environmentally friendly living, and the importance of supporting the local economy.

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  • Yes B’y!

    Pop/Rock, Roots, Spoken Word

    Yes B’y! plays modern Newfoundland music across all genres, with lots of fun and banter mixed in! Join co-hosts and proud Newfoundlanders Pauline and Derek for a lively hour of great music, NL culture, and lots of laughs. Features include Ruff Patches and CATastrophe – funny and crazy dog and cat stories contributed by listeners, and Name da Plate – tune in to find out more!! Every show starts with Friendly – our beloved Newfoundland Dog – and Chocolate Lab Lilly! Once the barking starts, let the music and fun begin!

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