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Almost 107

106.9 The X journalists

Get real people. Get real matters. Get real with the "Almost 107" podcast! Nothing is off limits. Fanshawe College journalism students bring you voices and stories from London, Ontario and beyond to inform, educate and entertain. "Almost 107" is original news and views content. It"s an extension of work produced for 106.9 The X (CIXX-FM). Check out more stories on our website 1069TheX.com and follow us on X-Twitter @1069TheX

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00:17:08

The evolution of eLearning

Almost 107 ·

2025/11/09

COVID-19 was a very weird time all around. With concerns of the pandemic shutting down the world, kids and adults alike logged on via the digital world in order to work or learn, but did the shutdowns enhance technology in schools? What are the benefits and challenges of eLearning, and would students rather use Google Classroom or D2L? Join Ede Brecevic as he speaks with experts and Fanshawe students to get to the bottom of the modern state eLearning is in.

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00:18:00

Fabric of Change

Almost 107 ·

2025/11/09

In this episode, Lexi Saldana is joined by Jonathan Hudson, the owner and designer of local brand "V.F.O.S" to unpack the environmental cost of fashion and the importance of originality. Diving deep into screen printing, textile waste, and greenwashing, they explore how fashion can evolve responsibly without compromising creativity and environmental consciousness.

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00:17:10

Journey To The OHL

Almost 107 ·

2025/11/09

In this episode of almost 107 I will explain what it takes to go to the OHL. I'll be joined by two guest Mike stubs (play-by-play) host of the London Knights and former NHL and OHL player David Simpson who will uncover the journey of what contributes to a hockey player's success and when success isn't enough.

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00:16:06

Are video games becoming too competitive?

Almost 107 ·

2025/11/02

In this episode, we will take a deeper dive into if video games are becoming too competitive. We will be talking with current e-sports player and team captain from Fanshawe, Logan Daigle and a current e-sports coach from Fanshawe Bob Lenson. With these insights, we will find out if the future is bright for the video game industry or if the competitiveness will make gaming harder in the future.

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00:18:03

Behind the Screen: What is it like to be a content...

Almost 107 ·

2025/11/02

This episode explores what it is like to be a content creator beyond what they post. We will talk with Adam Buckley, the person behind the YouTube channel ADoseofBuckley with 535 000 subscribers. From the live streaming platform Twitch, we have Kevin Robinson who streams from the channel Muttski with 13 000 followers. With both content creators we will be able to get a glimpse of what it's like behind the scenes.

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00:16:57

The hardest person to love

Almost 107 ·

2025/11/02

They say love starts from within but what if the person you struggle to love most is yourself?Join host Melissa as she sits down with Amar Hisso, a recent High school graduate who shares her story of insecurity and growth, and Jeff A.D. Martin, a motivational speaker helping people find purpose through pain. It’s an honest, emotional look at what self-love truly means in a world that keeps telling you you’re not enough.

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00:16:47

Coming out the Other Side

Almost 107 ·

2025/11/01

This episode of ALMOST 107 explores gender-affirming care, answering common questions about how it works. Host Finn Dermo speaks with author and activist Sydney Broulliard-Coyle to talk about what gender-affirming care means for the transgender community. Additionally, explore the inner mechanisms of delivering care with Dr. Robby Stein, an endocrinologist at LHSC’s Gender Pathways Program.

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00:15:39

The harmful normalization of online gambling

Almost 107 ·

2025/10/26

In August of 2021, Canada legalized single event sports betting. Nobody knew at the time, but the craze that was coming would be one of the biggest addictions the world has ever seen. Gambling is recreational, not a way of life, and some younger folks may have had to learn that the hard way. Join host Ede Brecevic alongside Thames Valley CMHA addictions counselor April Laithwaite as they discuss the dangers of online gambling, and how it's becoming harmful to today's youth.

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00:14:12

Balancing study and work as an International student

Almost 107 ·

2025/10/26

In this episode of Almost 107, host Parasdeep Singh talks about how international students handle both study and work in Canada. Jashan, a Fanshawe graduate, shares how he struggled at first with time, money, and missing home, but learned to plan better and stay strong. Mohit from Phantom Ltd helps students find fair part-time jobs and gives advice on managing work and studies. The episode shows that life as a student isn’t easy, but with good planning, rest, and support, it’s possible to do

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00:13:16

The pride of being a Blue Jays fan

Almost 107 ·

2025/10/26

With ongoing political tension between Canada and the United States, sports fans are feeling more prideful than ever. Fans of Canadian teams such as the Blue Jays are choosing to cheer for Canada. Join host Jacob Weirmier as he talks with Blue Jays fans and Ian Hunter, a reporter from Blue Jays nation.

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00:16:31

Northern Gridiron: the future of Canadian Football...

Almost 107 ·

2025/10/19

With Canadian Football Prospects getting more and more recognition in recent years what does the future of prospects look like? Will we see more Canadian prospects or is it just a trend for now. Join host Noah Paradis and he talks with Wilfred Laurier University’s Football head coach Michael Faulds about how he helps develop these future Canadian prospects and what he looks for in a successful player.

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00:18:02

Transathletes in competitive sport

Almost 107 ·

2025/10/19

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Travers from Simon Fraser University to talk about trans athletes and the broader conversation around fairness in sport. We explore how factors like money, genetics, and access to training shape competition—often more than gender identity. Dr. Travers also helps unpack recent policies targeting trans athletes and what they mean for the future of inclusive sport.

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00:17:10

Men Under Fire

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2025/10/12

Are young men really that lonely? Are we failing young men as a society? Today we explore the male loneliness epidemic with Anova's manager of education and prevention, Allison Preyde.

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00:17:15

Superheroes on the screen

Almost 107 ·

2025/10/12

We talk with Brahm Wiseman, the owner of Heroes cards and comics in downtown London, and Ben Pegelo a movie theatre worker, comic book movie fan, and content creator about the history and impact comic book movies have had on society today. We talk classic comic book movies, the current state of Marvel and DC, and see if audiences for comic book have really died down in recent years, and why.

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00:16:38

DEI SHOULD DIE?

Almost 107 ·

2025/10/05

In this episode, we dive into the current challenges facing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, with special guest Fanshawe Director of EDI, Joseph Pazzano. Together, we explore why DEI matters now more than ever, dispelling the myth that equity comes at the cost of excellence. Joseph shares insights on how DEI drives innovation, fairness, and stronger communities.

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00:19:06

All about the K-pop

Almost 107 ·

2025/09/30

Have you ever been to a concert? How about K-pop performances? Do you know about the K-pop Demon Hunters that are gaining popularity around the world?"K-pop Demon Hunters" streaming on Netflix has become very popular worldwide, and the enthusiasm for K-pop doesn't cool down even in Canada. In this episode of the Almost 107, we dive into the secret to K-pop's success, problems and everything. We hear from two experts, Popular Music Professor Dr. Ryan Bruce and Korean Culture educational developer

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00:16:50

From Casual Coffee Drinker to Coffee Expert

Almost 107 ·

2025/09/30

Do you want to step up your coffee game? In this episode, two London-based coffee professionals share their insights on how casual drinkers can enhance their at-home experience. Joel McMillan, owner of Hasbeans Coffee, explains the importance of origins, freshness and how to avoid common mistakes. Andres, a barista at Locomotive Espresso, discusses what gear works best and why even diner drip coffee still has its place. Together, Joel and Andres reveal the true meaning of coffee quality.

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00:15:01

The rise of trading cards

Almost 107 ·

2025/09/28

With trading cards being around since the 1800’s, why has there been a sudden spike in their popularity? Join host Noah Paradis as he talks with card shop owners Jad Slabeh, Ben Kimberly, and new collector Noah Thorogood on what has caused the recent spike of popularity and why people are getting into the card industry now instead of later.

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00:16:34

The Future for AI and Art

Almost 107 ·

2025/09/28

Join Host Finn Dermo to speak with Mark Daley, Western's Chief AI Officer, about the changes that are occurring as generative AI sweeps the internet and industries. Local artist Zane Patel gives his own perspective on how artists are being impacted by new technology, such as AI. Fine Arts Coordinator Marla Botterill gives her perspective as a teacher of the arts on the subject of AI.

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00:16:53

Triple A Expectations: How hype affects video game...

Almost 107 ·

2025/09/28

Well take a look at games such as Hollow Knight: Silksong, Cyberpunk 2077, and many more to see if the amount of fan hype around the games release was a positive or negative once they came out. Fanshawe College E-sports coordinator Tyler Hetherington and Peter Lindsay, a student gamer both shared their opinions on various recent games and their takeaways from them as fans, as well as their thoughts on the future of gaming with so many big releases on the horizon.

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