Leading on Stage ft. Alexandra Kane

Leading on Stage ft. Alexandra Kane

Author: The Western Gazette February 28, 2025 Duration: 53:04
This week the Gazette talks about how Canadian politicians use hockey in their campaigns, Huron's historic donation, Grooves records and the upcoming Oscars. In the second half, Alexandra Kane, a musical director for the Grand Theatre, producer and activist joins to discuss her career and her activism initiatives. Aired on Feb. 28, 2025.

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Pints, Plays & Passion Projects ft. Paolo Dizon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:09
On this week's episode, the Gazette covers breweries, book bans and ball — in anticipation of this weekend's big game against the Laurier Golden Hawks. In the second half, an interview with Paolo Dizon on pursuing your p…
Culture Roundup & Rugby Rundown ft. Kohl Kletke [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:07
Join the Gazette's culture editors as they recap their latest stories — dating, reality TV, microtrends and the investigation into the Western Pisser. In the second half, an interview with Kohl Kletke from Western’s Men’…
High Rises, History & High Notes ft. Anna Chatterton [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:53
This week, the Gazette discusses the new student housing project by Fitzrovia, recent coverage for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and the performative man phenomenon. In the second half, Writer-in-Residenc…
Are you HOCO ready? ft. Ethan Dolby [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:24
This week, the Gazette talks recent reviews of the Grand Theatre's production of Newsies and The Coffee Club daytime parties hitting to Joe Kool's. Ahead of Western's biggest weekend — Homecoming — editors discuss tradit…
The Summer of Matcha ft. Havana David [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:03
Join the Gazette as they discuss recent news coverage on Mastercard's $5 million investment in Indigenous Initiatives and the opening of Western's first ever Free Store. Editors also speak on their internship experiences…
Concerts, Crowds & Career Paths ft. Maya Lekhi [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:49
This week, the Gazette dives into music festivals and concert etiquette, discussing upcoming events Rock the Runway and Stompfest. In the second half, student entrepreneur Maya Lekhi joins the program to share her journe…
We're so back ft. Kathleena Henricus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:53
Welcome to season two of the Western Gazette's Campus Insider, join editors as they discuss our newest issue — the Frosh Issue. Learn everything you need to know about Mustang Sports, Western's coolest classes, OWeek cha…
Year in Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:38
On the final episode of season one, Gazette editors break down encampment costs, how to shoot a concert and reflect on their favourite pieces from the year. In the second half, the Gazette's outgoing Front Office reflect…
Your Guide to Off-Roading ft. Western Baja Racing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:14
This week, Gazette editors talk what's new and upcoming in sports, news and photo. From motorsports to Navitas to campus fashion shows. On the second half, Allie Banman from Western Baja Racing joins to discuss the club…
Intro to Space Law ft. Joel Welch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:27
On this week's episode, the Gazette recaps St. Patrick's Day, the CAISA Fashion show and gives their picks for this year's March Madness basketball tournament. In the second half, Western PhD candidate Joel Welch discuss…