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Island conversations. Island people. An Island podcast.
Hosted by CHEK News Anchor Joe Perkins and Producer KC Kyle.
Hosted by CHEK News Anchor Joe Perkins and Producer KC Kyle.
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April is Organ Donation month and on this episode we are joined by Stephen Gillis and Michael Teigen. Stephen is a minor hockey coach and was diagnosed with a rare kidney disease in 2018. His old friend Michael turned out to be the perfect match. This is their story.
On this episode we are joined by golf professionals Derek Orr (Iron & Wood) and Mark Bicknell (Gorge Vale GC). The guys chat about the state of the industry & we have a draft for the ‘top 5 golf holes’ on Vancouver Island. Stay tuned for the quick shift at the end of the show!
On this episode we chat with award-winning Canadian filmmaker Dianne Whelan about her new movie ‘500 Days in the Wild.’ The film documents her 24,000 km journey on the Trans Canada Trail that took more than 6 years to complete.
In this episode we look into the Black History of BC with Barbra Hudlin from the BC Black History Awareness Society. Barbra has a long family history on Vancouver Island & her uncle is Doug Hudlin, who was known as the 'Gentleman Umpire' of Victoria. Jessica McCool also stops by to highlight some black owned businesses on the island!
On this episode we chat with the new co-host of 'The Nature of Things' Sarika Cullis-Suzuki. Sarika is a marine biologist who is passionate about oceans, nature, communication & creating change. Sarika is the daughter of David Suzuki and can't wait to carry on the family legacy while bringing her own perspective to the show. Stay tuned for a 'quick shift' in the final segment!
In this episode we highlight the 30th Victoria Film Festival with two island filmmakers. Krista Loughton is a Victoria Councillor & filmmaker who made '940 Caledonia' - a documentary about a middle-aged woman experiencing homelessness for the first time. Leslie Bland (Orca Cove Media) produced 'The Great Salish Heist' - a feature film about reclaiming sacred indigenous artifacts from a heavily guarded museum. The group also picks their top 3 movies of all time!
Victoria is playing host to Hockey Day in Canada this year. On this episode we chat with John Wilson (Victoria Hockey Legacy Society) & Bruce Courtnall (Courtnall Society President). The group talks about the final preparations & why it's such an important event for the region. We also play a little Courtnall brothers trivia!
On this episode Jessica McCool, Kyle Lancaster and Joe Perkins square off in a holiday trivia battle. Paul Haysom plays the role of host. Happy Holidays from the MicCHEK team!
On this episode Ed Bain, Jeff King and Jordan Cunningham square off in a holiday trivia battle. Paul Haysom plays the role of host. Happy Holidays from the MicCHEK team!
On this episode we are joined by Ciara McCormack from Ireland where she is the first female co-owner and CEO of a League of Ireland club (Treaty United FC). McCormack talks about her journey on & off the soccer field where she came forward about systemic abuse in the Canadian Soccer system.
On this episode we are joined by former MuchMusic VJ & ET Canada Host Rick Campanelli. Rick talks about working for MuchMusic in the 1990's and the new Documentary '299 Queen Street West'. Rick also takes part in a 'Quick Shift!'
On this episode we are tackling Men’s Mental Health with Mitch Hermansen from Movember Canada. We also catch up with former junior hockey player Justin Brien about his own struggles & how he’s become a mental health advocate and inspiration speaker. Jessica McCool also stops by to profile some local companies and events.
On this episode we talk with local historian John Adams who runs the Ghostly Walks & History Tours in Victoria with 'Discover the Past'. John explains the spooky history of the Island and shares his favourite stories. Jenny West (91.3 The Zone) is back to share her love of ghosts & explains why she lives in a Haunted House.
On this episode we talk with Victoria comedy actor Chris Wilson who just became a full time cast member on 'This Hour has 22 Minutes.' Chris talks about making a name for himself in Canadian comedy - utilizing social media & the art of the perfect impression. Jessica McCool also stops by to highlight a few spooky island events ahead of Halloween!
In this episode we speak about the long standing relationship between Victoria and Washington State. We are joined by Destination Greater Victoria CEO Paul Nursey who just went on a mission to Seattle to renew the relationship after the pandemic. We also speak with American travel writer Caitlin Flynn who fell in love with the island in recent years. Jessica McCool also stops by to highlight a couple of island companies!
On this episode we chat with legendary broadcasters Lynda Steele & Jody Vance. We discuss their iconic careers - the rise of females in the industry & the work that still needs to be done. Jessica McCool also stops by to hi-light two awesome island companies!
On this episode we chat with content creators Meagan Smith & Andy Jaffray who run an outdoor, travel and lifestyle channel (Fuel for the Sole). We also catch up with Influencer Caden Teneycke who is showing the world what life is like as an 18-Year-old at 3 1/2 feet tall. CHEK’s Jessica McCool also stops by to tee up some great community organizations & events!
On this episode we break down the historic wildfire season in BC with the Mayor of Port Alberni Sharie Minions. We also speak to Sidney firefighter Steve Harman who was deployed multiple times to help fight the flames.
On this episode we are joined by Jack Knox (TC Columnist/Author) & Joanne Sasvari (Page One Publishing/Author). The group discusses the evolving media landscape and how journalism & writing has changed over the years. They also unveil their 3 favourite books for 2023!
Paul is joined by BC Sports Broadcasting legends Don Taylor & Rick Dhaliwal ahead of the new season of 'Donnie and Dhali - TheTeam' on CHEK. The guys discuss the show, their careers and the future of sports broadcasting. They also play an island edition of 'Stump the Sports Guy' and take part in a 'Quick Shift!'
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