CHSR-FM 97.9 | Category Archives: Specialty

Fundrive 2017 under way!

Posted on 2017-11-15 by encaf1 Posted in fundrive, Special Events

Time again for our annual Fundrive! Find out how you can support your favourite (and only!) local, independent, alternative community radio station!

Radiothon 2017

Posted on 2017-11-15 by encaf1 Posted in fundrive, Special Events

On November 18, join us for a marathon: 12 hours of live programming, right here!

The Lunchbox Interview: Peter Hicks (Sleepy Driver)

Posted on 2017-11-15 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guest today is Peter Hicks from Sleepy Driver, joining me to talk about their latest release: Sugar Skull.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Emma Chevarie (on Erin Costelo, Norma, Carmel & Kim)

Posted on 2017-11-14 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guest today is Music Runs Through It’s Emma Chevarie, to talk about upcoming shows by Erin Costelo and the trio of Norma, Carmel and Kim.

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The Lunchbox Interview: MP Matt DeCourcey (Fredericton Youth Council)

Posted on 2017-11-10 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guest today is MP Matt DeCourcey, to talk about the Fredericton Youth Council entering its second year of operation.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Emma Chevarie (Music Runs Through It)

Posted on 2017-11-06 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guest today is Emma Chevarie, creator of Music Runs Through It, to talk about her live music show promotion and the upcoming show from Jesse Roper.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Kat Hall (Theatre UNB’s Criminals In Love)

Posted on 2017-11-03 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guest today is Kat Hall, the actress playing Wineva in the Theatre UNB current production of George F Walker’s “Criminals In Love”.

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Vote for YOUR favourite at CHSR! – The Barry Awards

Posted on 2017-11-01 by Bondo Posted in Barry Awards, Music Shows, Spoken Word Shows

Every year CHSR celebrates their programs and hosts with The Barry Awards, named after CHSR founder Barry Yoell. 3 of our awards are 100% Fan’s Choice! What are your favourite Spoken Word and Music Show? Who’s your favourite Host? Vote below, and feel free to leave a comment that we can read out at The Barry

The Lunchbox Interview: Joe, Brett & Conner (Theatre UNB’s “Criminals In Love”)

Posted on 2017-10-31 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guests today are Joe (Director), Brett (Actor) and Connor (Technical Director) for the upcoming Theatre UNB performance of George F. Walker’s “Criminals In Love”.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Stage Manager Melissa (Theatre UNB’s “Criminals In Love”)

Posted on 2017-10-27 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guest today is Melissa, the stage manager of the upcoming Theatre UNB production of George F. Walker’s “Criminals In Love”.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Jillian & Alex (Criminals In Love)

Posted on 2017-10-25 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guests today are Jillian and Alex, two of the actors in the upcoming Theatre UNB production of George F. Walker’s play, “Criminals In Love”.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Rachel (#GirlsBelongHere)

Posted on 2017-10-25 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guest today is Rachel, a 4th-Year STU student and selected participant in Plan Canada’s #GirlsBelongHere program.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Raymond Cua (The Travelling Foodie)

Posted on 2017-10-23 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guest today is Raymond Cua, otherwise known as The Travelling Foodie.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Kim Bent (A Celebration of Fibre)

Posted on 2017-10-20 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guest today is Kim Bent, a member of the Fredericton Fibre Art Network. FAN is holding a new exhibition called “A Celebration of Fibre” from October 27 at Memorial Hall.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Caveboy

Posted on 2017-10-19 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guests today are Isabelle, Lana and Michelle, AKA Caveboy. They share the great experiences leading toward their full-length release as well as perform an in-studio acoustic performance of the first single, Raconteur.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Jeff Alpaugh (Dangerous Shirts)

Posted on 2017-10-18 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

Every once in a while, someone comes along and proposes something.. dangerous. This is a good thing. My guest today is Jeff Alpaugh, entrepreneur and founder of a custom-tailored shirt company called Jeff Alpaugh Custom. His “dangerous” shirt designs are challenging conventional custom by adding colour, pattern and customizeability into the mix. He joined me

The Lunchbox Interview: Jean Surrette (Festival 506)

Posted on 2017-10-10 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guest today is Jean Surrette (Executive Director of Music NB) to talk about the upcoming Festival 506.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Kelsey Rusk (Meals On Wheels)

Posted on 2017-10-04 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guest today is Kelsey Rusk, staff at Meals On Wheels Fredericton, which is celebrating 50 years of operation.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Emma McPhee (The Bruns)

Posted on 2017-09-26 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guest today is Emma McPhee, current Editor of The Brunswickan, UNB’s oldest student publication. They’re looking for new writers and producers to join their team for this year’s edition.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Pamela Young (Take Back The Night)

Posted on 2017-09-19 by encaf1 Posted in General, The Lunchbox

My guest today is Pamela Young, one of the organizers of this year’s Take Back The Night March. The march is happening on Friday, September 22 at 8pm.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Keith Lyon (Oh No, It’s Friday)

Posted on 2017-09-15 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guest is Keith Lyon, author of “Oh No, It’s Friday!”, his third children’s book being released September 23.

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The Lunchbox Interview: Ian LeTourneau (Word Feast)

Posted on 2017-09-15 by encaf1 Posted in The Lunchbox

My guest today is Fredericton’s Cultural Laureate, Ian LeTourneau, to talk about the upcoming Word Feast.

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A Balancing Act at UNB Fredericton! – By LCdr/Capc David Lewis, MSM

Posted on 2017-09-11 by Bondo Posted in CHSR News Bulletin, General

Matt Baxter, former CHSR employee, radio host, volunteer, and current Secretary on CHSR’s Board of Directors, has been keeping busy and we’re super proud of him.