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SaskScapes – Saskatchewan Festival of Words

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Now in it’s 19th year, the Saskatchewan Festival of Words has established itself as one of the most loved literary festivals in Canada. The festival is held in Moose Jaw, SK., and in this episode I talk with Donna Lee Howes and Sarah Simison who are responsible for putting this festival together each year.
In the second half of the podcast, I am joined by Saskatchewan author Anthony Bidulka, one of Canada’s most prolific mystery and thriller novelists.

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SaskScapes is a podcast featuring the stories of arts, culture and heritage in Saskatchewan
Visit www.iheartculture.ca and www.saskculture.ca
Host: Kevin Power www.kevinpower.net
Music provided by Jeffery Straker www.jefferystraker.com
SaskScapes is also available through the iTunes Store and Stitcher Radio

SaskScapes – with guest Olga Yarikov

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This is the 44th episode in the premier season of SaskScapes! My guest, Olga Yarikov is originally from the Republic of Uzbekistan and now finds her home in Humboldt, SK.  Olga shares memories of her childhood in Uzbekistan, her creative inspirations, and the effects of political unrest on her life’s path.  Now that she has found a new sense of “home” in Humboldt, Olga finds herself open to expressing her creativity once again, drawing from the best of her past memories, and eagerly diving into new experiences.  Through the eyes of a newcomer, we are reminded of  what makes our Province and it’s people so special.

SaskScapes – with the Sega Band of Humboldt

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SaskScapes continues our celebration of Saskatchewan’s rich cultural diversity. We are fortunate to have folks originally from the Republic of Mauritius now living in our Province, and in this episode I talk with the members of the Sega Band based in Humboldt, SK. Join us as we learn a bit about the Mauritian culture, especially the music and dance. And wait until you hear these folks give us their impressions when they first saw snow! Thank you to Clifton, Wensley, Olivierre, Gilbert, Fredric, Eddy and Chloe.

SaskScapes – with guest Karue Wachira

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Photograher Karue Wachira was born in Kenya and now, finds himself on the otherside of the globe in Lloydminster, SK. Though both environments are very different, Karue’s life and artistic philosophies remain the same: Taking photographs that tell stories as only pictures can, Karue moves through life capturing beauty.  He cares deeply for the environment and doing his part so that future generations can inherit a sustainable planet.

SaskScapes – with guest Amanda Amundrud from “The Root”

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Amanda Amundrud is the founding owner of The Root Community Emporium in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan. The Root is not just a quirky old building, it’s a “happening” where people from all walks of life gather to share stories, knowledge, eat delicious locally sourced food, …basically “plug in” and connect with each other. On this Thanksgiving weekend I hang out with Amanda at The Root, and then attend the annual “Harvest Lantern Walk”.

SaskScapes – The Rosebud Burlesque Club

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Saskatoon’s “Rosebud Burlesque Club” has been setting fire to the wheat fields and steaming up the landscape! Headmistress Cheripop Purr has been the driving force behind the neo-burlesque movement in Saskatchewan. A few members of the troupe join us in what an eye-opening, brave, and very fun look into this art form. The neo-burlesque movement is putting the “tease” back in striptease – making a bold statement, sometimes political, and is a unifying force between people of all genders.  A truly fun way to welcome in our 40th episode!

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SaskScapes – The Frenchman Butte Ferry

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The Frenchman Butte Museum has been voted “the best small town museum in Saskatchewan”,  and believe me, it does not disappoint! My guests, Hazel Reiser and Tom Hougham join me and share the history of a major source of transportation in the area from early to mid 20th century – The Frenchman Butte Ferry. This is the first podcast of two recorded in Frenchman Butte.

 

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SaskScapes – “The Quilting Bags”

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The Quilting Bags are a group of women who meet each week in Meadow Lake to laugh, share, eat, and of course quilt! Quilters have a bond that goes beyond the details of a fine stitch or a swatch of fabric, and in this episode you’ll hear how each one has been touched by the support they receive from one another.

SaskScapes – with guest Jinny Nieviadomy

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When Jinny Nieviadomy came to Meadow Lake, SK there was no doubt in her mind that she was meant to be there. Jinny has had a major impact on the Meadow Lakes community as a teacher and arts promoter. She founded The Artistic Incidents Studio…a space that children and adults alike, to find their own artistic voice through various medium.

SaskScapes – with guest Ley Ward, the “Lego Wizard”

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Springing out of his own “Lego Dark Age”, Ley Ward, the “Lego Wizard”, reconnected with the memories of a toy from his childhood, and became part of an International movement of lego users who take this hobby very seriously. Ley shares the serious business of humour, and how lego has informed his other artistic pursuits. Lego users are indeed a unique breed, and you’ll hear Ley discuss how much emotional support they provide each other. And yes, we discussed the Lego movie!