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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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1 MAY 2025 · On this episode we are joined by Helen Edwards, an encyclopedia of knowledge when it comes to local sports and architecture. Helen is born and raised in Victoria and talks about her life as a philanthropist, activist and published author. Make sure to stick around for the Quick Shift!
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2 APR 2025 · On this episode we sit down with longtime hockey executive Brian Burke. Spanning multiple decades and teams, Brian breaks down his journey which includes Olympic medals & winning the Stanley Cup with the Anaheim Ducks. Make sure to stick around for the 'quick shift' at the end!
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20 MAR 2025 · Victoria-based Comedian Dan Duvall stops by the show to talk about his new special  ‘Cheat Day’ - Dan also shares his long journey to get clean and sober while finding happiness in his career and personal life.
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6 FEB 2025 · On this show we highlight two of the films playing at the 2025 Victoria Film Festival. Barbara Todd Hager talks about her powerful documentary 'Forbidden Music' in the first segment.  We then chat with filmmaker Yuqi Kang & Campbell RIver based diving instructor Kirk Krack about the thrilling documentary '7 Beats Per Minute' focused on free diving. All showtimes and films at https://www.victoriafilmfestival.com
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30 JAN 2025 · On this episode we are joined by News Anchor & Reporter Jeff Butera who is the author of the book 'Write Like You Talk - A Guide to Broadcast News Writing.' Jeff breaks down some of the biggest mistakes in news writing, while focusing on the future of the industry and the need to stay relevant.
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16 JAN 2025 · Federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre joins us in the studio to discuss the biggest issues facing people on Vancouver Island and British Columbia in 2025. Topics discussed include affordability, public safety, the environment and Donald Trump. Make sure to stay tuned for the 'quick shift' at the end of the episode.
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14 JAN 2025 · On this episode we sit down with long time media member Mike Walker. From doing play-by-play, anchoring and reporting on CHEK to owning his own broadcast & production company - Mike has truly done it all. Mike has also been battling brain cancer since he was 20 years old and this summer he was given a terminal diagnosis. In this interview we look back on Mike's life, career & legacy. January 13, 2025.Â
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19 DEC 2024 · Join host Paul Haysom, for some fun holiday trivia with CHEK personalities Stacy Ross, April Lawrence, and Kyle Lancaster.
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12 DEC 2024 · Join host Paul Haysom, for some fun holiday trivia with CHEK personalities Tchadas Leo, Kori Sidaway, and Jordan Cunningham.
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21 NOV 2024 · On this episode we are joined by Canadian broadcasting icon Tony Parsons. Tony talks about 5 decades in the industry & anchoring the News Hour on BCTV for 35 years. Tony also talks about his time at CBC & CHEK and his new podcast 'The Tony Parsons Show.' Make sure to stay tuned for the 'quick shift' to find out Tony's favourite post-show meal!
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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| Author | CHEK Podcasts |
| Organization | CHEK Podcasts |
| Categories | Society & Culture |
| Website | cheknews.ca |
| klancaster@cheknews.ca |
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