• Today in YGK #363
    Apr 29 2026

    Christena Lawrie reports on a Council motion aimed at strengthening oversight and accountability for organizations receiving public funds, following issues that led to the dissolution of the Kingston Area Taxi Commission. Council also approves a pilot program to provide air conditioners to vulnerable residents ahead of the summer heat, targeting low-income seniors with medical needs. Jesse Bell breaks down the results of the 2026 CFL Draft, highlighting a strong showing from Queen’s Gaels, including a second overall pick for offensive lineman Niklas Henning. Plus, your weekly weather and traffic updates, and a look at events happening around Kingston this week.

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    17 mins
  • Today in YGK #362
    Apr 27 2026

    In this episode, host Christena Lawrie reports on Kingston’s Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign as it works to bring the Jumpstart Inclusive Playground across the funding finish line the week, while City Council debates, and ultimately rejects, the Province’s new bring-your-own-alcohol framework for public events. Jesse Bell previews the upcoming CFL Draft, highlighting top Canadian prospects and several Queen’s Gaels to watch. Plus, your weekly weather and traffic updates, and a rundown of events happening around Kingston this week.

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    23 mins
  • Today in YGK #361
    Apr 22 2026

    In this episode, host Christena Lawrie sits down with Queen’s University Kinesiology and Health Studies professor Dr. Samantha King to dive into her new book, “Protein: The Making of a Nutritional Superstar”, tracing protein’s rise from a scientific concept to a marketing phenomenon, investigating how its popularity has been shaped by industry, culture, and identity. Jesse Bell provides your weather and traffic reports for the week, and Lawrie returns with some upcoming events and concerts.

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    28 mins
  • Today in YGK #360
    Apr 20 2026

    In this episode, host Christena Lawrie kicks off with headlines, sitting down with Sustainable Kingston’s Executive Director to discuss the expanded 2026 Kingston Climate Summit. Henry Walker covers Queen’s campus news, including a university budget model review, scrutiny surrounding AMS governance and finances, a student’s national win at the NHL Innovation Competition, and evolving street medicine initiatives in Kingston. Jesse Bell brings the latest in sports, speaking with Queen’s women’s football veteran Claire Chow about the team’s rapid rise, championship success, and their push toward nationals. The CFRC team rounds out the show with your weekly weather and traffic outlook, followed by a roundup of upcoming events and concerts across the city.

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    26 mins
  • Today in YGK #359
    Apr 15 2026

    Christena Lawrie kicks off the show with updates from City Hall, including a report to Council on a significant construction delay in the Culligan Water Park project and updates on how the City is moving forward to protect Kingston’s tree canopy. Campus reporter Henry Walker brings you the latest from Queen’s, covering student housing safety concerns, AMS scrutiny, and university finances. Jesse Bell has your sports update, highlighting the Gaels women’s flag football provincial win and national team selections in women’s rugby. CFRC’s News Team rounds out the show with your weekly weather, traffic, events, and concerts lineup.

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    22 mins
  • Today in YGK #358
    Apr 13 2026

    Christena Lawrie leads with local headlines, including Queen’s medical students advocating for action on housing and homelessness in Kingston. Campus reporter Henry Walker brings you the latest from Queen’s, covering student housing safety concerns, AMS scrutiny, and university finances. Jesse Bell has your sports update, highlighting the Gaels women’s flag football provincial win and national team selections in women’s rugby. CFRC’s News Team rounds out the show with your weekly weather, traffic, events, and concerts lineup.

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    30 mins
  • Today in YGK #357
    Apr 8 2026

    Host Christena Lawrie leads this episode of Today in YGK with in-depth coverage of Queen’s University medical students advocating for action on housing and homelessness, followed by your weekly weather and traffic updates with Jesse Bell, and a roundup of local events and concerts across Kingston.

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    28 mins
  • Today in YGK #356
    Apr 6 2026

    In this episode, host Christena Lawrie sits down with LodgePole Arts Alliance to discuss their vision for an Indigenous-led cultural space at Lemoine Point Farm following the City’s purchase, including upcoming public consultations to shape the site’s future. Henry Walker follows with your Queen’s Campus Beat, covering an AMS deficit, student governance concerns, the closure of longtime venue The Mansion, and new research funding for cystic fibrosis. The show also features a rundown of Queen’s Athletics & Recreation Colour Awards, plus your weekly weather and traffic updates with Jesse Bell. Lawrie closes out the episode with the week’s events and concerts calendars.

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    24 mins