Guests on the Show:
1. Guest: Ronna Bloom – Poet, Teacher and Psychotherapist
Hart House writer in residence Ronna Bloom came by to speak about her involvement at UofT. She is charged with the unique task of using poetry as a tool to address the needs, interests and passions of students and staff. Ronna also conducts writing workshops at Hart House.
For more information visit: http://www.harthouse.ca/ or http://www.ronnabloom.com/
2. Guest: Doug Floyd – UofT Drama Festival
Doug spoke about the upcoming U of T Drama Coalition’s 17th Annual Drama Festival taking place February 26-28, 2009. Throughout the three day event, eight one-act plays will compete for five coveted awards.
For more information visit: http://www.harthousetheatre.ca/
3. Guest: Jeremy Ledbetter – Musician, Composer and Leader of Cane Fire
Jeremy Ledbetter, member of the musical group Cane Fire sat down to talk about their upcoming performance as part of Stages in the Arbor Room at Hart House. Cane Fire is a high-energy Caribbean music experience that features the steelpan (steel drum) and combines Trinidadian calypso with Latin rhythms, jazz, and blues to create a unique sound.
For more information visit: www.harthouse.ca
4. Guest: Byron Macdonald – Varsity Swim Coach
One of Canada’s most decorated university coaches, MacDonald has coached over 200 swimmers to all-Canadian status and over 50 swimmers to international teams. Today he spoke about the successful results of the Nationals, where the UofT swim team won bronze, their highest ranking this season.
Music on the Show:
Jenn Grant- Heartbreaker
Final Fantasy- Crush Love Crush
dd/mm/yyyy- Imagine
Cane Fire - Kasio Blue
Hank- Distraction
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Director of Dishonour Defied, Eco Friendly Soiree, and War Child
Thursday February 19th 2009
Guests on the Show:
1. Guest: Azra Rashid – Film Director
Azra, the director and co-writer of the documentary Dishonour Defied came by CIUT to discuss her film. The work revolves around the story of Mukhtar Mai, a woman who was gang raped in a remote village in Pakistan five years ago. Mukhtar Mai defied the conventional thinking and fought against a discriminatory system in which tribal leaders decide a woman's fate. Instead she decided to take her battle to the highest courts in Pakistan and fight for justice. Mukhtar Mai became an international figure in the struggle for women's rights. Dishonour Defied is the story of how Mukhtar Mai made a life with courage after the tragedy that befell her. It's also the story of other women and girls struggling for their rights in Pakistan in the wake of the Mai case.
Azra traveled to Pakistan to interview Mukhtar and shared with us her experiences during this emotional journey. The film will be featured at the 8th Annual U of T Film Festival in March.
For more information please visit: http://www.harthouse.ca/
2. Guest: Tommy – ecoSuave 2009
Tommy spoke about the upcoming event ecoSuave taking place on February 21st. The evening is a green affair for young professionals interested in minimizing their environmental footprint. Together in one setting, guests will have the opportunity to sample delicious wines, beers, and finger foods that have been produced right in our backyard.
For more information please visit: http://www.enlightenedevents.ca/ecosuave
3. Guest: Emmanuel Jal - Former child solider, author and hip hop artist
We aired an excerpt from an interview with Emmanuel Jal who had a remarkable story to tell. In the mid 1980s during Sudan’s civil war, Emmanuel was separated from his mother and after learning of her death he was conscripted into the Christian Sudanese Liberation army as one of 10,000 child soldiers. He was seven years old. Today he shares his story in his memoir War Child with the hope of bringing peace to his homeland. He is also pursuing a successful music career performing with the likes of Moby, Bono and Peter Gabriel.
For more information please visit: http://www.harthouse.ca/
Guests on the Show:
1. Guest: Azra Rashid – Film Director
Azra, the director and co-writer of the documentary Dishonour Defied came by CIUT to discuss her film. The work revolves around the story of Mukhtar Mai, a woman who was gang raped in a remote village in Pakistan five years ago. Mukhtar Mai defied the conventional thinking and fought against a discriminatory system in which tribal leaders decide a woman's fate. Instead she decided to take her battle to the highest courts in Pakistan and fight for justice. Mukhtar Mai became an international figure in the struggle for women's rights. Dishonour Defied is the story of how Mukhtar Mai made a life with courage after the tragedy that befell her. It's also the story of other women and girls struggling for their rights in Pakistan in the wake of the Mai case.
Azra traveled to Pakistan to interview Mukhtar and shared with us her experiences during this emotional journey. The film will be featured at the 8th Annual U of T Film Festival in March.
For more information please visit: http://www.harthouse.ca/
2. Guest: Tommy – ecoSuave 2009
Tommy spoke about the upcoming event ecoSuave taking place on February 21st. The evening is a green affair for young professionals interested in minimizing their environmental footprint. Together in one setting, guests will have the opportunity to sample delicious wines, beers, and finger foods that have been produced right in our backyard.
For more information please visit: http://www.enlightenedevents.ca/ecosuave
3. Guest: Emmanuel Jal - Former child solider, author and hip hop artist
We aired an excerpt from an interview with Emmanuel Jal who had a remarkable story to tell. In the mid 1980s during Sudan’s civil war, Emmanuel was separated from his mother and after learning of her death he was conscripted into the Christian Sudanese Liberation army as one of 10,000 child soldiers. He was seven years old. Today he shares his story in his memoir War Child with the hope of bringing peace to his homeland. He is also pursuing a successful music career performing with the likes of Moby, Bono and Peter Gabriel.
For more information please visit: http://www.harthouse.ca/
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Canadian Roots, Valentine's Ball, Live Music & Multi-Faith Events
Guests on the Show:
1. Ronan and Ian -Canadian Roots Aboriginal Exchange Program and Right2Speak
Ronan and Ian spoke to us about their organizations and their unique and exciting events.
In partnership with Operation Groundswell, Ronan and Ian plan excursions to learn about and experience Aboriginal Canadian Culture.
For more info visit: http://www.operationgroundswell.com/FirstNations.html
2. Guest: Kathryn Tang – Director for SKULE
Kathryn spoke today about the valentine’s Ball happening Friday, February 13 - 8pm in the Hart House Great Hall. The event will feature dance lessons, hor d’oeuvres, licensed bar, professional photographer and a 50 member live orchestra.
For more info visit: http://moment.skule.ca/
3. Guest: John Tayles - Musician
John Tayles, singer/songwriter from Mississauga, came by to talk about his CD release party tonight and the journey he has taken since winning an international songwriting competition in November 2007. John performed his song “Take me home with you” live in studio.
For more info visit: www.johntayles.com
4. Guest: Emma Burns and Ali Shaikh- From the Multi-Faith Centre
Emma and Ali spoke about upcoming events at the Multi-Faith Centre including From Charity to Justice happening February 28, 2009. They also shared their personal experiences with us, how they discovered the Centre, and what it has to offer UofT students of all faiths and backgrounds.
For more info visit: http://studentlife.utoronto.ca/multifaith
Music on the Show:
Jenn Grant- Heartbreaker
Jenn Grant- Only Love can Break your Heart
Bruce Peninsula- Steamroller
Bruce Peninsula- Weave Myself a Dress
John Tayles- Get it Right
The Assistants- Fiction
Jenn Grant- You'll go Far
Pacifika- Sweet
1. Ronan and Ian -Canadian Roots Aboriginal Exchange Program and Right2Speak
Ronan and Ian spoke to us about their organizations and their unique and exciting events.
In partnership with Operation Groundswell, Ronan and Ian plan excursions to learn about and experience Aboriginal Canadian Culture.
For more info visit: http://www.operationgroundswell.com/FirstNations.html
2. Guest: Kathryn Tang – Director for SKULE
Kathryn spoke today about the valentine’s Ball happening Friday, February 13 - 8pm in the Hart House Great Hall. The event will feature dance lessons, hor d’oeuvres, licensed bar, professional photographer and a 50 member live orchestra.
For more info visit: http://moment.skule.ca/
3. Guest: John Tayles - Musician
John Tayles, singer/songwriter from Mississauga, came by to talk about his CD release party tonight and the journey he has taken since winning an international songwriting competition in November 2007. John performed his song “Take me home with you” live in studio.
For more info visit: www.johntayles.com
4. Guest: Emma Burns and Ali Shaikh- From the Multi-Faith Centre
Emma and Ali spoke about upcoming events at the Multi-Faith Centre including From Charity to Justice happening February 28, 2009. They also shared their personal experiences with us, how they discovered the Centre, and what it has to offer UofT students of all faiths and backgrounds.
For more info visit: http://studentlife.utoronto.ca/multifaith
Music on the Show:
Jenn Grant- Heartbreaker
Jenn Grant- Only Love can Break your Heart
Bruce Peninsula- Steamroller
Bruce Peninsula- Weave Myself a Dress
John Tayles- Get it Right
The Assistants- Fiction
Jenn Grant- You'll go Far
Pacifika- Sweet
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Love Poems that don't Suck, Photography, Music & Political Films
Guests on the Show:
1. Billeh Nickerson – Poet & Performer
Billeh Nickerson shared some of his poetry writing tips with us and spoke about his upcoming workshop at Hart House, How to Write a Valentine's Love Poem That Doesn't Suck. The event is happening on February 13th from 1 PM to 2:30 PM.
For more information visit: http://www.harthouse.ca/
2. Day Millman & Hannah Fleisher – Program Advisor and Exhibition Coordinator of Hart House Camera Club
Both Day and Hannah joined us to speak about several upcoming and ongoing Camera Club events happening this semester. On February 11th at 6 PM there will be a guest lecture event, featuring the prominent Canadian fashion photographer Miguel Jacob. Next month, the club will be presenting the 87th Annual Exhibition of Photography on March 18th, with all submissions due on the 9th. Every semester the club also hosts a wide array of photography courses from Knowing your Camera to Portraiture.
For more information visit: http://hhcc.sa.utoronto.ca/ or http://www.blogger.com/www.harthouse.ca
3. Robin Jessome – Trombonist & member of Blunt Objects
Robin Jessome is a trombonist and one of the 11 members of Blunt Objects. The group showcases young jazz talent and Jessome’s imaginative compositions and arrangements. Blunt Objects will be performing for Jazz at Oscar’s on February 6th at 9 PM in the Arbor Room.
For more information visit: http://www.blogger.com/www.harthousemusic.ca
4. Nina Boric- ReelPolitik Film Festival
Nina Boric spoke to us about the ReelPolitik film festival running from February 5th-7th.
The festival showcases outstanding political films, both contemporary and historical, and promotes public education on global issues.
For more information visit: http://www.utoronto.ca/mcis/reel/
Music on the Show:
Final Fantasy – Horsetail Feathers
Luke Doucet – The Lovecats
Jeremy Fisher – Ain’t Got Nothing but Plenty of Time
Kevin Fox – The Signs
The Hylozoists – Dark Scene Waltz
The Hylozoists – Soixante-Sept
1. Billeh Nickerson – Poet & Performer
Billeh Nickerson shared some of his poetry writing tips with us and spoke about his upcoming workshop at Hart House, How to Write a Valentine's Love Poem That Doesn't Suck. The event is happening on February 13th from 1 PM to 2:30 PM.
For more information visit: http://www.harthouse.ca/
2. Day Millman & Hannah Fleisher – Program Advisor and Exhibition Coordinator of Hart House Camera Club
Both Day and Hannah joined us to speak about several upcoming and ongoing Camera Club events happening this semester. On February 11th at 6 PM there will be a guest lecture event, featuring the prominent Canadian fashion photographer Miguel Jacob. Next month, the club will be presenting the 87th Annual Exhibition of Photography on March 18th, with all submissions due on the 9th. Every semester the club also hosts a wide array of photography courses from Knowing your Camera to Portraiture.
For more information visit: http://hhcc.sa.utoronto.ca/ or http://www.blogger.com/www.harthouse.ca
3. Robin Jessome – Trombonist & member of Blunt Objects
Robin Jessome is a trombonist and one of the 11 members of Blunt Objects. The group showcases young jazz talent and Jessome’s imaginative compositions and arrangements. Blunt Objects will be performing for Jazz at Oscar’s on February 6th at 9 PM in the Arbor Room.
For more information visit: http://www.blogger.com/www.harthousemusic.ca
4. Nina Boric- ReelPolitik Film Festival
Nina Boric spoke to us about the ReelPolitik film festival running from February 5th-7th.
The festival showcases outstanding political films, both contemporary and historical, and promotes public education on global issues.
For more information visit: http://www.utoronto.ca/mcis/reel/
Music on the Show:
Final Fantasy – Horsetail Feathers
Luke Doucet – The Lovecats
Jeremy Fisher – Ain’t Got Nothing but Plenty of Time
Kevin Fox – The Signs
The Hylozoists – Dark Scene Waltz
The Hylozoists – Soixante-Sept
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Travels to Namibia, Islam Awareness Month, Harps and Strategic Management
Guests on the Show:
1. Jayme Sampa & Danielle Collette- PHE Students
We spoke to Jayme and Danielle, both PHE students, who spent four months last summer on an exchange in Namibia. While there they participated in the Physically Active Youth (PAY) program, using sport development to educate youth about HIV/AIDS.
2. Hodan Osman & Hashi Muhammad- Members of the Muslim Students’ Association
Hodan and Hashi spoke about two events happening this week as part of Islam Awareness Month. The first event, ‘Women Living Islam- A Glimpse into the Lives of Muslim Women’ is taking place on January 29th while the second event, The Goodness of God and the Problem of Evil’ will be held on the 30th. Both events run from 6PM – 9PM at the Leslie Dan Pharmacy Building.
For more information visit: http://uoftmsa.com/
3. Lori Gemmell- Classical Harpist
Lori Gemmell took a break from rehearsal to join us and talk about her recently released CD, ‘The Garden of Peacocks.’ Lori is part of a harp duo, with Jennifer Swartz, and together they have compiled a collection of their favourite pieces drawing from a wide variety of influences. The harpists will be performing on February 1st at 3:00PM in the Great Hall.
For more information visit: http://www.harthouse.utoronto.ca/
4. Dr. Nick Bontis- Ph.D. Associate Professor of Strategic Management, McMaster University
We had a quick preview today for the Hancock Lecture with an interview featuring Nick Bontis. The interview prepared us for the upcoming lecture, Calibrating Your Future: The Balancing Act Between Social and Technological Pressures taking place on February 4th at 7:00PM in the Great Hall. At the Event Professor Bontis will outline the major challenges and pitfalls of the knowledge era and provide a glimpse into the future working conditions of today's university graduates. In addition Professor Bontis will show students how they can seize the opportunity for increased productivity while still pursuing what is most important: a high quality work/life balance. Tickets at http://www.uofttix.ca/
For more information visit: http://www.harthouse.utoronto.ca/
Music on the Show:
The magic- Mr. Hollywood
Bruce Peninsula- Steamroller
Wildlife- Little Darling
Timber Timbre- Lay Down in the Tall Grass
Luke Doucet & the White Falcons- Long Haul Drive
Luke Doucet & the White Falcons- First Day (in the New Hometown)
1. Jayme Sampa & Danielle Collette- PHE Students
We spoke to Jayme and Danielle, both PHE students, who spent four months last summer on an exchange in Namibia. While there they participated in the Physically Active Youth (PAY) program, using sport development to educate youth about HIV/AIDS.
2. Hodan Osman & Hashi Muhammad- Members of the Muslim Students’ Association
Hodan and Hashi spoke about two events happening this week as part of Islam Awareness Month. The first event, ‘Women Living Islam- A Glimpse into the Lives of Muslim Women’ is taking place on January 29th while the second event, The Goodness of God and the Problem of Evil’ will be held on the 30th. Both events run from 6PM – 9PM at the Leslie Dan Pharmacy Building.
For more information visit: http://uoftmsa.com/
3. Lori Gemmell- Classical Harpist
Lori Gemmell took a break from rehearsal to join us and talk about her recently released CD, ‘The Garden of Peacocks.’ Lori is part of a harp duo, with Jennifer Swartz, and together they have compiled a collection of their favourite pieces drawing from a wide variety of influences. The harpists will be performing on February 1st at 3:00PM in the Great Hall.
For more information visit: http://www.harthouse.utoronto.ca/
4. Dr. Nick Bontis- Ph.D. Associate Professor of Strategic Management, McMaster University
We had a quick preview today for the Hancock Lecture with an interview featuring Nick Bontis. The interview prepared us for the upcoming lecture, Calibrating Your Future: The Balancing Act Between Social and Technological Pressures taking place on February 4th at 7:00PM in the Great Hall. At the Event Professor Bontis will outline the major challenges and pitfalls of the knowledge era and provide a glimpse into the future working conditions of today's university graduates. In addition Professor Bontis will show students how they can seize the opportunity for increased productivity while still pursuing what is most important: a high quality work/life balance. Tickets at http://www.uofttix.ca/
For more information visit: http://www.harthouse.utoronto.ca/
Music on the Show:
The magic- Mr. Hollywood
Bruce Peninsula- Steamroller
Wildlife- Little Darling
Timber Timbre- Lay Down in the Tall Grass
Luke Doucet & the White Falcons- Long Haul Drive
Luke Doucet & the White Falcons- First Day (in the New Hometown)
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Progressive Politics, Water Polo, Jazz & Careers
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Guests on the Show:
Linda White - Associate Chair of the Political Science Department
We spoke to Professor Linda White about an upcoming event on January 26th called Cities of Tomorrow: Is Progressive Politics Alive? The event will showcase the former Mayor of London, UK, the current Mayor of Cambridge, MA, and Toronto’s own David Miller. It is anticipated that these three guests will engage in a very fascinating conversation pertaining to their respective politics at the municipal level.
For more information visit: http://www.harthouse.utoronto.ca/
George Gross Jr. - Coach of the Men’s Varsity Water Polo Team
Coach George Gross Jr. joined us for a conversation on the successful water polo season, as well as the recruitment process for the varsity team.
For more information visit: http://www.varsityblues.ca/
Ali Berkok - Musician
Ali Berkok, composer and member of the Toronto based modern jazz quartet Arkana Music, Spoke to us about the group’s unique focus on improvisation and creative music. Arkana Music will be performing on January 23rd at 9:00 PM in the Arbor Room.
For more information visit: http://www.harthousemusic.com/whatson.php
Suhan Hanifa - Career Centre
We spoke to Suhan Hanifa about the events taking place during Career Exploration Week and the services offered to current and recent graduates at the University of Toronto Career Centre. For more information visit: http://www.careers.utoronto.ca/
Guests on the Show:
Linda White - Associate Chair of the Political Science Department
We spoke to Professor Linda White about an upcoming event on January 26th called Cities of Tomorrow: Is Progressive Politics Alive? The event will showcase the former Mayor of London, UK, the current Mayor of Cambridge, MA, and Toronto’s own David Miller. It is anticipated that these three guests will engage in a very fascinating conversation pertaining to their respective politics at the municipal level.
For more information visit: http://www.harthouse.utoronto.ca/
George Gross Jr. - Coach of the Men’s Varsity Water Polo Team
Coach George Gross Jr. joined us for a conversation on the successful water polo season, as well as the recruitment process for the varsity team.
For more information visit: http://www.varsityblues.ca/
Ali Berkok - Musician
Ali Berkok, composer and member of the Toronto based modern jazz quartet Arkana Music, Spoke to us about the group’s unique focus on improvisation and creative music. Arkana Music will be performing on January 23rd at 9:00 PM in the Arbor Room.
For more information visit: http://www.harthousemusic.com/whatson.php
Suhan Hanifa - Career Centre
We spoke to Suhan Hanifa about the events taking place during Career Exploration Week and the services offered to current and recent graduates at the University of Toronto Career Centre. For more information visit: http://www.careers.utoronto.ca/
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Jerry Springer, Tranquil Exercise, Music & Hart House Activities
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Guests on the Show:
Byron Rouse, Scott Gorman and Benjamin Mehl – Cast Members of Jerry Springer
We spoke to Byron, Scott and Benjamin about their upcoming performances in Jerry Springer- the Opera. The animated trio shared their experiences at Hart House Theatre, as well as their transitions from Shakespeare and traditional musicals to Jerry Springer.
For more information visit: http://www.harthousetheatre.ca/
Joseph Senco - Feldenkrais and Tai Chi Instructor
Joseph shared insight into the health and wellness benefits of Feldenkrais and Tai Chi. Both activities are available through instructional classes offered at the AC beginning the week of January 19.
For more information visit: http://www.activeu.ca/
Pat Robitaille – Solo Artist
We spoke to Pat Robitaille on the afternoon before his performance in the Arbour Room, where he opened for Michou. Born and bred in Windsor, Ontario, Pat’s hard-earned years on the road already shine through with a comfortable attitude on and off stage.
For more information visit: http://www.harthousemusic.ca/
Abby Ralph –Hart House Programs Intern
Abby joined us to talk about three exciting events happening the week of January 19 at Hart House. The first being the screening of Obama’s Inauguration taking place on January 20 from 10:00am -1:00pm in the East Common Room. The second event, Hot Talks- Fact or Friction: The Continuous Tension Between Science and Religion will be taking place on January 21 from 6:30pm – 9:00pm in the Arbor Room. The third event Abby presented, Dealing with Dictators: What should Canada and the International Community do about Tyrants? will be occurring on January 22 from 6:30pm – 9:00pm in the Debates Room.
For more information visit: www.harthouse.ca
Guests on the Show:
Byron Rouse, Scott Gorman and Benjamin Mehl – Cast Members of Jerry Springer
We spoke to Byron, Scott and Benjamin about their upcoming performances in Jerry Springer- the Opera. The animated trio shared their experiences at Hart House Theatre, as well as their transitions from Shakespeare and traditional musicals to Jerry Springer.
For more information visit: http://www.harthousetheatre.ca/
Joseph Senco - Feldenkrais and Tai Chi Instructor
Joseph shared insight into the health and wellness benefits of Feldenkrais and Tai Chi. Both activities are available through instructional classes offered at the AC beginning the week of January 19.
For more information visit: http://www.activeu.ca/
Pat Robitaille – Solo Artist
We spoke to Pat Robitaille on the afternoon before his performance in the Arbour Room, where he opened for Michou. Born and bred in Windsor, Ontario, Pat’s hard-earned years on the road already shine through with a comfortable attitude on and off stage.
For more information visit: http://www.harthousemusic.ca/
Abby Ralph –Hart House Programs Intern
Abby joined us to talk about three exciting events happening the week of January 19 at Hart House. The first being the screening of Obama’s Inauguration taking place on January 20 from 10:00am -1:00pm in the East Common Room. The second event, Hot Talks- Fact or Friction: The Continuous Tension Between Science and Religion will be taking place on January 21 from 6:30pm – 9:00pm in the Arbor Room. The third event Abby presented, Dealing with Dictators: What should Canada and the International Community do about Tyrants? will be occurring on January 22 from 6:30pm – 9:00pm in the Debates Room.
For more information visit: www.harthouse.ca
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