Arjun Singh's Podcast Page Sun, 02 Nov 2025 02:10:23 +0000 Sun, 02 Nov 2025 02:10:23 +0000 Libsyn RSSgen 1.0 http://yourkamloopslibsyn.com http://yourkamloopslibsyn.com Your Kamloops Radio is produced by former Kamloops City Council Member, Arjun Singh. Join Arjun every week, as he highlights important issues and points of views in Kamloops. No show is longer than half an hour. The goal is to be entertaining, concise, and informative! Arjun Singh's Podcast Page Arjun Singh no episodic kamloops,news,economy,community,social,issues,canada,issues,views,entertainment,british,columbia,politics no Issues, News, and Views in Kamloops BC Canadaarjun@fullworld.comArjun Singh A Conversation with Diane Miller on Dialogue and Deliberation... A Conversation with Diane Miller on Dialogue and Deliberation... Mon, 31 Jan 2011 05:21:03 +0000 I feel truly lucky to have met Diane Miller through the Fielding University Certificate Program in Dialogue, Deliberation, and Public Engagement. Diane is a thoughtful, down to earth, and inspiring leader in the Dialogue and Deliberation field. At the end of 2010, I had a chance to record a conversation with Diane, partly prompted by my great interest in one of her most recent projects - heading up the organizing committee for the 2010 US National Coalition for Dialogue and Deliberation workshop in Austin Texas. We, happily, covered many other topics as well. I hope you enjoy listening. (I also take responsibility for some of the strange background noises on the recording. I think they have something to do with skype, but am not sure)

Here are the topics we covered:

 

  - what is the big deal about dialogue and deliberation for Diane.


  - is dialogue and deliberation starting to be an accepted method in our highest levels of leadership? How can we promote it more effectively?


 - looking at issues from different points of views (eg. elected officials, government staff members, and citizens)


 - about Austin Texas and Diane's workplace, Envision Central Texas

 

 - how Diane first got involved with the National Coaliton for Dialogue and Deliberation (NCDD)

 

 - Diane talks about managing the NCDD national conference in 2008

 

 - the genesis of the NCDD Austin workshop in 2010

 

 - Diane's wisdom on the most effective factors in conference planning


 - some conference planning challenges, also some strengths

 

-  The 2010 NCDD Austin workshop agenda


- some interactive technology used at conference. More info, photos, videos, etc available at http://www.ncdd.org/events/austin.php


- Diane's experiences taking the 2009 Fielding Dialogue, Deliberation, and Public Engagement program

]]> I feel truly lucky to have met Diane Miller through the Fielding University Certificate Program in Dialogue, Deliberation, and Public Engagement. Diane is a thoughtful, down to earth, and inspiring leader in the Dialogue and Deliberation field. At the end of 2010, I had a chance to record a conversation with Diane, partly prompted by my great interest in one of her most recent projects - heading up the organizing committee for the 2010 US National Coalition for Dialogue and Deliberation workshop in Austin Texas. We, happily, covered many other topics as well. I hope you enjoy listening. (I also take responsibility for some of the strange background noises on the recording. I think they have something to do with skype, but am not sure)

Here are the topics we covered:

- what is the big deal about dialogue and deliberation for Diane.

- is dialogue and deliberation starting to be an accepted method in our highest levels of leadership? How can we promote it more effectively?

- looking at issues from different points of views (eg. elected officials, government staff members, and citizens)

- about Austin Texas and Diane's workplace, Envision Central Texas

- how Diane first got involved with the National Coaliton for Dialogue and Deliberation (NCDD)

- Diane talks about managing the NCDD national conference in 2008

- the genesis of the NCDD Austin workshop in 2010

- Diane's wisdom on the most effective factors in conference planning

- some conference planning challenges, also some strengths

- The 2010 NCDD Austin workshop agenda

- some interactive technology used at conference. More info, photos, videos, etc available at http://www.ncdd.org/events/austin.php

- Diane's experiences taking the 2009 Fielding Dialogue, Deliberation, and Public Engagement program

]]> 45:44 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)I feel truly lucky to have met Diane Miller through the Fielding University Certificate Program in Dialogue, Deliberation, and Public Engagement. Diane is a thoughtful, down to earth, and inspiring leader in the Dialogue and Deliberation field. At the end of 2010, I had a chance to record a conversation with Diane, partly prompted by my great interest in one of her most recent projects - heading up the organizing committee for the 2010 US National Coalition for Dialogue and Deliberation workshop in Austin Texas. We, happily, covered many other topics as well. I hope you enjoy listening. (I also take responsibility for some of the strange background noises on the recording. I think they have something to do with skype, but am not sure) Here are the topics we covered:     - what is the big deal about dialogue and deliberation for Diane.   - is dialogue and deliberation starting to be an accepted method in our highest levels of leadership? How can we promote it more effectively?  - looking at issues from different points of views (eg. elected officials, government staff members, and citizens)  - about Austin Texas and Diane's workplace, Envision Central Texas    - how Diane first got involved with the National Coaliton for Dialogue and Deliberation (NCDD)    - Diane talks about managing the NCDD national conference in 2008    - the genesis of the NCDD Austin workshop in 2010    - Diane's wisdom on the most effective factors in conference planning  - some conference planning challenges, also some strengths   -  The 2010 NCDD Austin workshop agenda - some interactive technology used at conference. More info, photos, videos, etc available at http://www.ncdd.org/events/austin.php - Diane's experiences taking the 2009 Fielding Dialogue, Deliberation, and Public Engagement programArjun SinghI feel truly lucky to have met Diane Miller through the Fielding University Certificate Program in Dialogue, Deliberation, and Public Engagement. Diane is a thoughtful, down to earth, and inspiring leader in the Dialogue and Deliberation field. At the end of 2010, I had a chance to record a conversation with Diane, partly prompted by my great interest in one of her most recent projects - heading up the organizing committee for the 2010 US National Coalition for Dialogue and Deliberation workshop in Austin Texas. We, happily, covered many other topics as well. I hope you enjoy listening. (I also take responsibility for some of the strange background noises on the recording. I think they have something to do with skype, but am not sure) Here are the topics we covered:     - what is the big deal about dialogue and deliberation for Diane.   - is dialogue and deliberation starting to be an accepted method in our highest levels of leadership? How can we promote it more effectively?  - looking at issues from different points of views (eg. elected officials, government staff members, and citizens)  - about Austin Texas and Diane's workplace, Envision Central Texas    - how Diane first got involved with the National Coaliton for Dialogue and Deliberation (NCDD)    - Diane talks about managing the NCDD national conference in 2008    - the genesis of the NCDD Austin workshop in 2010    - Diane's wisdom on the most effective factors in conference planning  - some conference planning challenges, also some strengths   -  The 2010 NCDD Austin workshop agenda - some interactive technology used at conference. More info, photos, videos, etc available at http://www.ncdd.org/events/austin.php - Diane's experiences taking the 2009 Fielding Dialogue, Deliberation, and Public Engagement program C2D2 podcast interview with Carmen Malena C2D2 podcast interview with Carmen Malena Wed, 28 Jul 2010 23:16:47 +0000 for the Canadian Community for Dialogue and Deliberation.

***Apologies to Your Kamloops Radio listeners...podcasting hosting service has made changes, and I need to really figure out how to split itunes feeds....

]]> for the Canadian Community for Dialogue and Deliberation.

***Apologies to Your Kamloops Radio listeners...podcasting hosting service has made changes, and I need to really figure out how to split itunes feeds....

]]> 32:18 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)for the Canadian Community for Dialogue and Deliberation. ***Apologies to Your Kamloops Radio listeners...podcasting hosting service has made changes, and I need to really figure out how to split itunes feeds....Arjun Singhfor the Canadian Community for Dialogue and Deliberation. ***Apologies to Your Kamloops Radio listeners...podcasting hosting service has made changes, and I need to really figure out how to split itunes feeds.... Attracting More Doctors to Kamloops... Attracting More Doctors to Kamloops... Tue, 27 Jul 2010 01:43:00 +0000 Kamloops needs more doctors. I learnt more today about a solid initiative to attract more of the right types of doctors to town.

Venture Kamloops Executive Director Dan Sulz gave a great talk to the Kamloops Rotary Club this afternoon. In front of a membership made up of local business people and professionals, Dan presented about the Red Carpet program for physicians thinking about locating / relocating to Kamloops.

The Red Carpet program is designed to provide a warm welcome to doctors, their spouses, and families. It also allow them to experience the many amenities Kamloops has to offer.

The program also offers reputable local businesses the opportunity to provide products  and services as part of the Red Carpet welcome packages. 

So far, since November 2009, twelve doctors have been attracted to Kamloops through the program. I am so glad that Venture Kamloops is targeting and measuring its programs. I wrote about my thinking about this here.

Venture Kamloops has more information about the Red Carpet program.

]]> Kamloops needs more doctors. I learnt more today about a solid initiative to attract more of the right types of doctors to town.

Venture Kamloops Executive Director Dan Sulz gave a great talk to the Kamloops Rotary Club this afternoon. In front of a membership made up of local business people and professionals, Dan presented about the Red Carpet program for physicians thinking about locating / relocating to Kamloops.

The Red Carpet program is designed to provide a warm welcome to doctors, their spouses, and families. It also allow them to experience the many amenities Kamloops has to offer.

The program also offers reputable local businesses the opportunity to provide products and services as part of the Red Carpet welcome packages.

So far, since November 2009, twelve doctors have been attracted to Kamloops through the program. I am so glad that Venture Kamloops is targeting and measuring its programs. I wrote about my thinking about this here.

Venture Kamloops has more information about the Red Carpet program.

]]> 11:26 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)Kamloops needs more doctors. I learnt more today about a solid initiative to attract more of the right types of doctors to town. Venture Kamloops Executive Director Dan Sulz gave a great talk to the Kamloops Rotary Club this afternoon. In front of a membership made up of local business people and professionals, Dan presented about the Red Carpet program for physicians thinking about locating / relocating to Kamloops. The Red Carpet program is designed to provide a warm welcome to doctors, their spouses, and families. It also allow them to experience the many amenities Kamloops has to offer. The program also offers reputable local businesses the opportunity to provide products  and services as part of the Red Carpet welcome packages.  So far, since November 2009, twelve doctors have been attracted to Kamloops through the program. I am so glad that Venture Kamloops is targeting and measuring its programs. I wrote about my thinking about this here. Venture Kamloops has more information about the Red Carpet program.Arjun SinghKamloops needs more doctors. I learnt more today about a solid initiative to attract more of the right types of doctors to town. Venture Kamloops Executive Director Dan Sulz gave a great talk to the Kamloops Rotary Club this afternoon. In front of a membership made up of local business people and professionals, Dan presented about the Red Carpet program for physicians thinking about locating / relocating to Kamloops. The Red Carpet program is designed to provide a warm welcome to doctors, their spouses, and families. It also allow them to experience the many amenities Kamloops has to offer. The program also offers reputable local businesses the opportunity to provide products  and services as part of the Red Carpet welcome packages.  So far, since November 2009, twelve doctors have been attracted to Kamloops through the program. I am so glad that Venture Kamloops is targeting and measuring its programs. I wrote about my thinking about this here. Venture Kamloops has more information about the Red Carpet program. Rob Purdy on the Big Picture of Sustainability... Rob Purdy on the Big Picture of Sustainability... Thu, 22 Jul 2010 23:57:00 +0000 One of the organizers of the Kamloops Energy Fair, and former BC Wildlife Park manager Rob Purdy, spoke to me about some big picture sustainability issues. Recorded at the 2010 Kamloops Energy Fair on June 19th 2010. Almost 7 minutes.

Audio Map

00:00  - big picture of sustainability 00:22 - problems with oil based economy 01:03 - contribution of the Kamloops Energy Fair 02:06 - momentum towards transitioning to a cleaner energy society - key number is 13%. 03:55 - women another potential driver to greener world           - green economy huge potential.

]]> One of the organizers of the Kamloops Energy Fair, and former BC Wildlife Park manager Rob Purdy, spoke to me about some big picture sustainability issues. Recorded at the 2010 Kamloops Energy Fair on June 19th 2010. Almost 7 minutes.

Audio Map

00:00 - big picture of sustainability 00:22 - problems with oil based economy 01:03 - contribution of the Kamloops Energy Fair 02:06 - momentum towards transitioning to a cleaner energy society - key number is 13%. 03:55 - women another potential driver to greener world - green economy huge potential.

]]> 06:44 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)One of the organizers of the Kamloops Energy Fair, and former BC Wildlife Park manager Rob Purdy, spoke to me about some big picture sustainability issues. Recorded at the 2010 Kamloops Energy Fair on June 19th 2010. Almost 7 minutes. Audio Map 00:00  - big picture of sustainability 00:22 - problems with oil based economy 01:03 - contribution of the Kamloops Energy Fair 02:06 - momentum towards transitioning to a cleaner energy society - key number is 13%. 03:55 - women another potential driver to greener world           - green economy huge potential.Arjun SinghOne of the organizers of the Kamloops Energy Fair, and former BC Wildlife Park manager Rob Purdy, spoke to me about some big picture sustainability issues. Recorded at the 2010 Kamloops Energy Fair on June 19th 2010. Almost 7 minutes. Audio Map 00:00  - big picture of sustainability 00:22 - problems with oil based economy 01:03 - contribution of the Kamloops Energy Fair 02:06 - momentum towards transitioning to a cleaner energy society - key number is 13%. 03:55 - women another potential driver to greener world           - green economy huge potential. Why The BC Grasslands Conservation Council Is Important.... Why The BC Grasslands Conservation Council Is Important.... Wed, 07 Jul 2010 16:58:00 +0000 I've been impressed with the work of the BC Grasslands Conservation Council (GCC). The GCC is based in Kamloops and, over the past years, they have worked cooperatively with governments and citizens to preserve what I now know to be quite a valuable resource.

At the 2010 Kamloops Energy Fair, as part of my podcast booth, I had the great opportunity to speak with Tasha Sargent, stewardship planner with the GCC, to find out more about the work of the GCC and its value to the province. The audio runs about 11 minutes and, I think, provides a good primer on the importance of the GCC.

 

 

 00:08 - what is the Grasslands Conservation Council and why grasslands are important
 01:50 - working closely with ranching industry, created monitoring manual for ranchers
 02:10 - how the GCC is funded, offer opportunity for membership
 03:16 - working with different levels of government (eg. City of Kamloops)
 04:13 - why should we care if species ( eg.that depend on grasslands) die out?
 06:14 - current grasslands conservation philosophy
 07:30 - how can people help conserve grasslands when using them for recreational purposes
 10:14 - pocket book for motorized users


  www.bcgrasslands.org

]]> I've been impressed with the work of the BC Grasslands Conservation Council (GCC). The GCC is based in Kamloops and, over the past years, they have worked cooperatively with governments and citizens to preserve what I now know to be quite a valuable resource.

At the 2010 Kamloops Energy Fair, as part of my podcast booth, I had the great opportunity to speak with Tasha Sargent, stewardship planner with the GCC, to find out more about the work of the GCC and its value to the province. The audio runs about 11 minutes and, I think, provides a good primer on the importance of the GCC.

00:08 - what is the Grasslands Conservation Council and why grasslands are important 01:50 - working closely with ranching industry, created monitoring manual for ranchers 02:10 - how the GCC is funded, offer opportunity for membership 03:16 - working with different levels of government (eg. City of Kamloops) 04:13 - why should we care if species ( eg.that depend on grasslands) die out? 06:14 - current grasslands conservation philosophy 07:30 - how can people help conserve grasslands when using them for recreational purposes 10:14 - pocket book for motorized users

www.bcgrasslands.org

]]> 11:20 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)I've been impressed with the work of the BC Grasslands Conservation Council (GCC). The GCC is based in Kamloops and, over the past years, they have worked cooperatively with governments and citizens to preserve what I now know to be quite a valuable resource. At the 2010 Kamloops Energy Fair, as part of my podcast booth, I had the great opportunity to speak with Tasha Sargent, stewardship planner with the GCC, to find out more about the work of the GCC and its value to the province. The audio runs about 11 minutes and, I think, provides a good primer on the importance of the GCC.      00:08 - what is the Grasslands Conservation Council and why grasslands are important  01:50 - working closely with ranching industry, created monitoring manual for ranchers  02:10 - how the GCC is funded, offer opportunity for membership  03:16 - working with different levels of government (eg. City of Kamloops)  04:13 - why should we care if species ( eg.that depend on grasslands) die out?  06:14 - current grasslands conservation philosophy  07:30 - how can people help conserve grasslands when using them for recreational purposes  10:14 - pocket book for motorized users   www.bcgrasslands.orgArjun SinghI've been impressed with the work of the BC Grasslands Conservation Council (GCC). The GCC is based in Kamloops and, over the past years, they have worked cooperatively with governments and citizens to preserve what I now know to be quite a valuable resource. At the 2010 Kamloops Energy Fair, as part of my podcast booth, I had the great opportunity to speak with Tasha Sargent, stewardship planner with the GCC, to find out more about the work of the GCC and its value to the province. The audio runs about 11 minutes and, I think, provides a good primer on the importance of the GCC.      00:08 - what is the Grasslands Conservation Council and why grasslands are important  01:50 - working closely with ranching industry, created monitoring manual for ranchers  02:10 - how the GCC is funded, offer opportunity for membership  03:16 - working with different levels of government (eg. City of Kamloops)  04:13 - why should we care if species ( eg.that depend on grasslands) die out?  06:14 - current grasslands conservation philosophy  07:30 - how can people help conserve grasslands when using them for recreational purposes  10:14 - pocket book for motorized users   www.bcgrasslands.org Talking to Grant Fraser Talking to Grant Fraser Tue, 23 Mar 2010 22:46:00 +0000 Since I met Grant almost six years ago, I've been a great admirer of his mind and of his style. In other words, he is not only a forward thinker, he also has a knack for getting across his thoughts well.

In this conversation at Cowboy Coffee on the North Shore, we talk about:

00:45 - creosote gasification proposal 04:10 - airshed management plan 06:20 - Green Party / Green issues 08:45 - state of discussion on environmental issues in Canada 09:47 - impressions of the North Shore.

 

 

]]> Since I met Grant almost six years ago, I've been a great admirer of his mind and of his style. In other words, he is not only a forward thinker, he also has a knack for getting across his thoughts well.

In this conversation at Cowboy Coffee on the North Shore, we talk about:

00:45 - creosote gasification proposal 04:10 - airshed management plan 06:20 - Green Party / Green issues 08:45 - state of discussion on environmental issues in Canada 09:47 - impressions of the North Shore.

]]> 13:48 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)Since I met Grant almost six years ago, I've been a great admirer of his mind and of his style. In other words, he is not only a forward thinker, he also has a knack for getting across his thoughts well. In this conversation at Cowboy Coffee on the North Shore, we talk about: 00:45 - creosote gasification proposal 04:10 - airshed management plan 06:20 - Green Party / Green issues 08:45 - state of discussion on environmental issues in Canada 09:47 - impressions of the North Shore.    Arjun SinghSince I met Grant almost six years ago, I've been a great admirer of his mind and of his style. In other words, he is not only a forward thinker, he also has a knack for getting across his thoughts well. In this conversation at Cowboy Coffee on the North Shore, we talk about: 00:45 - creosote gasification proposal 04:10 - airshed management plan 06:20 - Green Party / Green issues 08:45 - state of discussion on environmental issues in Canada 09:47 - impressions of the North Shore.     A Conversation with Dale Bass, Kamloops This Week A Conversation with Dale Bass, Kamloops This Week Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:53:00 +0000 I sound pretty goofy in my intro to this podcast. Dale, by contrast, sounds ever her intelligent and engaging self.

 

01:21 - Creosote Tie Gasification Proposal

04:35 - Kudos to School District Public Engagement

07:27 - Journalist and/versus Community Member

09:00 - Kudos for Mayor Peter Milobar

09:14 - General Impressions at Start of 2010 Vancouver Olympic

]]> I sound pretty goofy in my intro to this podcast. Dale, by contrast, sounds ever her intelligent and engaging self.

01:21 - Creosote Tie Gasification Proposal

04:35 - Kudos to School District Public Engagement

07:27 - Journalist and/versus Community Member

09:00 - Kudos for Mayor Peter Milobar

09:14 - General Impressions at Start of 2010 Vancouver Olympic

]]> 09:59 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)I sound pretty goofy in my intro to this podcast. Dale, by contrast, sounds ever her intelligent and engaging self.   01:21 - Creosote Tie Gasification Proposal 04:35 - Kudos to School District Public Engagement 07:27 - Journalist and/versus Community Member 09:00 - Kudos for Mayor Peter Milobar 09:14 - General Impressions at Start of 2010 Vancouver OlympicArjun SinghI sound pretty goofy in my intro to this podcast. Dale, by contrast, sounds ever her intelligent and engaging self.   01:21 - Creosote Tie Gasification Proposal 04:35 - Kudos to School District Public Engagement 07:27 - Journalist and/versus Community Member 09:00 - Kudos for Mayor Peter Milobar 09:14 - General Impressions at Start of 2010 Vancouver Olympic Update from Arjun on Your Kamloops Radio 2010 Update from Arjun on Your Kamloops Radio 2010 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 06:13:00 +0000 I'm planning a great year of Your Kamloops Radio...

]]> I'm planning a great year of Your Kamloops Radio...

]]> 01:34 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)I'm planning a great year of Your Kamloops Radio...Arjun SinghI'm planning a great year of Your Kamloops Radio... A Conversation with Kamloops This Week Journalist, Melissa Lampman A Conversation with Kamloops This Week Journalist, Melissa Lampman Fri, 02 Oct 2009 20:03:00 +0000
 - 01:26 - Melissa's social media and the use of social media at Kamloops This Week
 - 02:23 - web first content at Kamloops This Week - twitter, facebook, web site
 - 02:55 - Melissa's use of twitter, Kamloops use of twitter
 - 06:50 - What Kamloops is like for a young journalist
 - 07:42 - big stories in Kamloops, Aug 2009
 - 08:17 - details on proposed cuts to arts funding
 - 10:02 - lots of interesting news in Kamloops
 - 11:40 - getting behind the issues of the day
 - 13:17 - importance of bringing positive, community content
 - 14:42 - journalistic input at Kamloops This Week
 - 16:04 - online at kamloopsthisweek.com



]]> 18:55 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)A trailblazer in using social media for news reporting in Kamloops, Melissa Lampman graduated from journalism school at TRU. Find her at Kamloops This Week Online or on twitter (@mlampy):  - 01:26 - Melissa's social media and the use of social media at Kamloops This Week  - 02:23 - web first content at Kamloops This Week - twitter, facebook, web site  - 02:55 - Melissa's use of twitter, Kamloops use of twitter  - 06:50 - What Kamloops is like for a young journalist  - 07:42 - big stories in Kamloops, Aug 2009  - 08:17 - details on proposed cuts to arts funding  - 10:02 - lots of interesting news in Kamloops  - 11:40 - getting behind the issues of the day  - 13:17 - importance of bringing positive, community content  - 14:42 - journalistic input at Kamloops This Week  - 16:04 - online at kamloopsthisweek.comArjun SinghA trailblazer in using social media for news reporting in Kamloops, Melissa Lampman graduated from journalism school at TRU. Find her at Kamloops This Week Online or on twitter (@mlampy):  - 01:26 - Melissa's social media and the use of social media at Kamloops This Week  - 02:23 - web first content at Kamloops This Week - twitter, facebook, web site  - 02:55 - Melissa's use of twitter, Kamloops use of twitter  - 06:50 - What Kamloops is like for a young journalist  - 07:42 - big stories in Kamloops, Aug 2009  - 08:17 - details on proposed cuts to arts funding  - 10:02 - lots of interesting news in Kamloops  - 11:40 - getting behind the issues of the day  - 13:17 - importance of bringing positive, community content  - 14:42 - journalistic input at Kamloops This Week  - 16:04 - online at kamloopsthisweek.com A Conversation with Kamloops Art Gallery Executive Director, Jann Bailey... A Conversation with Kamloops Art Gallery Executive Director, Jann Bailey... Tue, 15 Sep 2009 22:26:00 +0000
Jann has led the Gallery in all of its most significant projects - the creation of a new, modern gallery space and the curation of the Canadian  entry in the Venice Bienalle, known as the Olympics of culture and the arts.

Jann is the very definition of a community leader, and I am so appreciative she shared some of her time with me...


01:11 - how Jann became the Executive Director of the Art Gallery
03:19 - Jann arrived at time of waterfront development proposal referendum
           wanted to build a new gallery, took 10 more years
04:33 - history behind the creation of the Art Gallery
05:43 - is Kamloops a community that values the arts? if so, why and how?
06:44 - were there tough times?
07:22 - the importance of arts even in economically tough times
09:00 - the mandates and artistic vision of the Art Gallery: quite varied
10:56 - building the present Art Gallery
12:19 - Gallery membership base
13:20 - featured Gallery programs
16:48 - factors contributing to the success of the Gallery
17:50 - life lessons from Jann Bailey
19:09 - the incredible experience of curating at the Venice Biennale.
23:29 - upcoming Gallery events    
 

]]> 25:17 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)I'm very pleased to bring to you a conversation I had with one of Canada's most successful arts administrators, the executive director of the Kamloops Arts Gallery, Jann Bailey. Jann has led the Gallery in all of its most significant projects - the creation of a new, modern gallery space and the curation of the Canadian  entry in the Venice Bienalle, known as the Olympics of culture and the arts. Jann is the very definition of a community leader, and I am so appreciative she shared some of her time with me... 01:11 - how Jann became the Executive Director of the Art Gallery 03:19 - Jann arrived at time of waterfront development proposal referendum            wanted to build a new gallery, took 10 more years 04:33 - history behind the creation of the Art Gallery 05:43 - is Kamloops a community that values the arts? if so, why and how? 06:44 - were there tough times? 07:22 - the importance of arts even in economically tough times 09:00 - the mandates and artistic vision of the Art Gallery: quite varied 10:56 - building the present Art Gallery 12:19 - Gallery membership base 13:20 - featured Gallery programs 16:48 - factors contributing to the success of the Gallery 17:50 - life lessons from Jann Bailey 19:09 - the incredible experience of curating at the Venice Biennale. 23:29 - upcoming Gallery events      Arjun SinghI'm very pleased to bring to you a conversation I had with one of Canada's most successful arts administrators, the executive director of the Kamloops Arts Gallery, Jann Bailey. Jann has led the Gallery in all of its most significant projects - the creation of a new, modern gallery space and the curation of the Canadian  entry in the Venice Bienalle, known as the Olympics of culture and the arts. Jann is the very definition of a community leader, and I am so appreciative she shared some of her time with me... 01:11 - how Jann became the Executive Director of the Art Gallery 03:19 - Jann arrived at time of waterfront development proposal referendum            wanted to build a new gallery, took 10 more years 04:33 - history behind the creation of the Art Gallery 05:43 - is Kamloops a community that values the arts? if so, why and how? 06:44 - were there tough times? 07:22 - the importance of arts even in economically tough times 09:00 - the mandates and artistic vision of the Art Gallery: quite varied 10:56 - building the present Art Gallery 12:19 - Gallery membership base 13:20 - featured Gallery programs 16:48 - factors contributing to the success of the Gallery 17:50 - life lessons from Jann Bailey 19:09 - the incredible experience of curating at the Venice Biennale. 23:29 - upcoming Gallery events       Special Audio Piece: Upon the Firing of Kathleen Scherf... Special Audio Piece: Upon the Firing of Kathleen Scherf... Tue, 15 Sep 2009 02:43:00 +0000 ]]> 02:57 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)Former TRU President Kathleen Scherf, of who I am a fan, speaks about her unusualness and being a role model for othersArjun SinghFormer TRU President Kathleen Scherf, of who I am a fan, speaks about her unusualness and being a role model for others Rediscovering Sahali Mall... Rediscovering Sahali Mall... Tue, 01 Sep 2009 19:40:00 +0000
01:01 - how Sara became manager of the mall
01:59 - Sara's responsibilities at the mall
02:28 - spaces for lease at the mall
03:18 - new owners committment
03:52 - dispelling rumour that mall will be torn down
04:38 - advantages to locating store in Sahali Mall
05:56 - new  mall web site, www.sahalimall.ca
07:29 - use of twitter and facebook
08:45 - free non profit display space
09:50 - artist collective in mall
10:54 - mall tenant mix and general mall ambience

]]> 15:31 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)A conversation with the manager of Sahali Mall in Kamloops, Sara Reynolds. Learn more about the Sahali Mall advantage for shoppers, tenants, and the community at large. 01:01 - how Sara became manager of the mall 01:59 - Sara's responsibilities at the mall 02:28 - spaces for lease at the mall 03:18 - new owners committment 03:52 - dispelling rumour that mall will be torn down 04:38 - advantages to locating store in Sahali Mall 05:56 - new  mall web site, www.sahalimall.ca 07:29 - use of twitter and facebook 08:45 - free non profit display space 09:50 - artist collective in mall 10:54 - mall tenant mix and general mall ambienceArjun SinghA conversation with the manager of Sahali Mall in Kamloops, Sara Reynolds. Learn more about the Sahali Mall advantage for shoppers, tenants, and the community at large. 01:01 - how Sara became manager of the mall 01:59 - Sara's responsibilities at the mall 02:28 - spaces for lease at the mall 03:18 - new owners committment 03:52 - dispelling rumour that mall will be torn down 04:38 - advantages to locating store in Sahali Mall 05:56 - new  mall web site, www.sahalimall.ca 07:29 - use of twitter and facebook 08:45 - free non profit display space 09:50 - artist collective in mall 10:54 - mall tenant mix and general mall ambience Conversation with Mary Ellen Grant about Green Drinks Kamloops Conversation with Mary Ellen Grant about Green Drinks Kamloops Sun, 16 Aug 2009 06:12:00 +0000

 0:47 - when green drinks meets   
 1:24 - what is green drinks?
 2:19 - welcoming to many people
 3:07 - drop in, informal format, fabulous discussions
 5:22 - motivation for Mary Ellen and other Green Drink leaders
 6:32 - when Green Drinks meet and where?
 7:12 - broad demographic of attendees

Green Drinks Kamloops meets the last Monday of every month from 5:30pm to 7pm at Lynx Grill. You can either drop in or come for the whole 90 minutes.

Mary Ellen Grant does a great job facilitating the group !
]]> 10:45 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh) 0:47 - when green drinks meets     1:24 - what is green drinks?  2:19 - welcoming to many people  3:07 - drop in, informal format, fabulous discussions  5:22 - motivation for Mary Ellen and other Green Drink leaders  6:32 - when Green Drinks meet and where?  7:12 - broad demographic of attendees Green Drinks Kamloops meets the last Monday of every month from 5:30pm to 7pm at Lynx Grill. You can either drop in or come for the whole 90 minutes. Mary Ellen Grant does a great job facilitating the group !Arjun Singh 0:47 - when green drinks meets     1:24 - what is green drinks?  2:19 - welcoming to many people  3:07 - drop in, informal format, fabulous discussions  5:22 - motivation for Mary Ellen and other Green Drink leaders  6:32 - when Green Drinks meet and where?  7:12 - broad demographic of attendees Green Drinks Kamloops meets the last Monday of every month from 5:30pm to 7pm at Lynx Grill. You can either drop in or come for the whole 90 minutes. Mary Ellen Grant does a great job facilitating the group ! Podcast: Domtar's Bonny Skene, Kamloops Pulp Mill and Air Quaility Podcast: Domtar's Bonny Skene, Kamloops Pulp Mill and Air Quaility Fri, 07 Aug 2009 02:27:00 +0000 Thanks to Domtar's Bonny Skene for agreeing to answer some of my questions about the Kamloops Pulp Mill's request for an air permit amendment and extension. If you would like to provide feedback to Domtar on their request, their formal 60 day public consultation period ends on next Monday, August 11th. I would imagine folks could still contact Rick Adams at the Ministry of Environment after this.  

Domtar's contact info for this issue is on their air permit amendment web site.  Rick Adams' phone number is (250) 371 -2600 and can be emailed.

Audio Map:

01:00 -  Can you briefly describe why Domtar is seeking this amendment to the Kamloops Mill air permit?

03:33 - Can you explain the proposed new stack configuration for the mill?

06:01 -  On the valley stacks, is there any way that you could avoid them?

07:27 - As this is the second extension request on the mill's air permit, can you give any confidence that Domtar will not seek further extensions?

09:58 - It's a pretty bad economic environment for pulp producers and some would say pulp producing is a secondary area of business for Domtar, what is Domtar's vision and outlook for the Mill?

13:05 - Is there a committment from the senior management of Domtar, those who the Kamloops Mill management report to, that this air quality work will be done by 2016?

15:05 - Concerns have been raised by West End Kamloops residents that their air quality may actually be worse if your proposal is granted, is this true?

19:27 - In my opinion the public engagement from Domtar on this air amendment has been well done, can you talk to the importance placed on consulting and engaging the community on this issue?]]> Thanks to Domtar's Bonny Skene for agreeing to answer some of my questions about the Kamloops Pulp Mill's request for an air permit amendment and extension. If you would like to provide feedback to Domtar on their request, their formal 60 day public consultation period ends on next Monday, August 11th. I would imagine folks could still contact Rick Adams at the Ministry of Environment after this.

Domtar's contact info for this issue is on their air permit amendment web site. Rick Adams' phone number is (250) 371 -2600 and can be emailed.

Audio Map:

01:00 - Can you briefly describe why Domtar is seeking this amendment to the Kamloops Mill air permit?03:33 - Can you explain the proposed new stack configuration for the mill?

06:01 - On the valley stacks, is there any way that you could avoid them?

07:27 - As this is the second extension request on the mill's air permit, can you give any confidence that Domtar will not seek further extensions?09:58 - It's a pretty bad economic environment for pulp producers and some would say pulp producing is a secondary area of business for Domtar, what is Domtar's vision and outlook for the Mill?13:05 - Is there a committment from the senior management of Domtar, those who the Kamloops Mill management report to, that this air quality work will be done by 2016?15:05 - Concerns have been raised by West End Kamloops residents that their air quality may actually be worse if your proposal is granted, is this true?19:27 - In my opinion the public engagement from Domtar on this air amendment has been well done, can you talk to the importance placed on consulting and engaging the community on this issue?]]> 26:02 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)Thanks to Domtar's Bonny Skene for agreeing to answer some of my questions about the Kamloops Pulp Mill's request for an air permit amendment and extension. If you would like to provide feedback to Domtar on their request, their formal 60 day public consultation period ends on next Monday, August 11th. I would imagine folks could still contact Rick Adams at the Ministry of Environment after this.   Domtar's contact info for this issue is on their air permit amendment web site.  Rick Adams' phone number is (250) 371 -2600 and can be emailed. Audio Map: 01:00 -  Can you briefly describe why Domtar is seeking this amendment to the Kamloops Mill air permit? 03:33 - Can you explain the proposed new stack configuration for the mill? 06:01 -  On the valley stacks, is there any way that you could avoid them? 07:27 - As this is the second extension request on the mill's air permit, can you give any confidence that Domtar will not seek further extensions? 09:58 - It's a pretty bad economic environment for pulp producers and some would say pulp producing is a secondary area of business for Domtar, what is Domtar's vision and outlook for the Mill? 13:05 - Is there a committment from the senior management of Domtar, those who the Kamloops Mill management report to, that this air quality work will be done by 2016? 15:05 - Concerns have been raised by West End Kamloops residents that their air quality may actually be worse if your proposal is granted, is this true? 19:27 - In my opinion the public engagement from Domtar on this air amendment has been well done, can you talk to the importance placed on consulting and engaging the community on this issue?Arjun SinghThanks to Domtar's Bonny Skene for agreeing to answer some of my questions about the Kamloops Pulp Mill's request for an air permit amendment and extension. If you would like to provide feedback to Domtar on their request, their formal 60 day public consultation period ends on next Monday, August 11th. I would imagine folks could still contact Rick Adams at the Ministry of Environment after this.   Domtar's contact info for this issue is on their air permit amendment web site.  Rick Adams' phone number is (250) 371 -2600 and can be emailed. Audio Map: 01:00 -  Can you briefly describe why Domtar is seeking this amendment to the Kamloops Mill air permit? 03:33 - Can you explain the proposed new stack configuration for the mill? 06:01 -  On the valley stacks, is there any way that you could avoid them? 07:27 - As this is the second extension request on the mill's air permit, can you give any confidence that Domtar will not seek further extensions? 09:58 - It's a pretty bad economic environment for pulp producers and some would say pulp producing is a secondary area of business for Domtar, what is Domtar's vision and outlook for the Mill? 13:05 - Is there a committment from the senior management of Domtar, those who the Kamloops Mill management report to, that this air quality work will be done by 2016? 15:05 - Concerns have been raised by West End Kamloops residents that their air quality may actually be worse if your proposal is granted, is this true? 19:27 - In my opinion the public engagement from Domtar on this air amendment has been well done, can you talk to the importance placed on consulting and engaging the community on this issue? Business and Investment Opportunities on Kamloops North Shore - and much more Business and Investment Opportunities on Kamloops North Shore - and much more Thu, 23 Jul 2009 23:37:00 +0000

00:53 - what is the North Shore BIA
02:22  - mens clothing store wanted
02:37 -  other types of businesses wanting to
                attract - entertainment, restaurants, artistic businesses
03:13 - international flavour
03:50 - North Shore BIA events - banner festival, outdoor art gallery, art walk, makeovers
06:48 - North Shore ambience, artistic centre
07:40 - business makeovers, Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CEPTED)
11:35 - other aspects of the North Shore Business Opportunity
13:20  - catering to global investment
14:35  - most diverse neighbourhood in Kamloops
15:46 -  Kamloopsians taking charge of their own destiny, entrepreneurialism, tournament capital program
17:41  - the business case for tackling social issues, the root causes
21:06 - NSBIA social enterprise projects, relationship building
24:43 - the Power of Partnerships
26:17 - business is an exciting world, not working in silos
27:15 - NSBIA web site and email
   






]]> 27:57 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)I found this wideranging convesation so interesting. All about the activities of the North Shore Business Improvement Association with its innovative leader, Peter Mutrie.... 00:53 - what is the North Shore BIA 02:22  - mens clothing store wanted 02:37 -  other types of businesses wanting to                 attract - entertainment, restaurants, artistic businesses 03:13 - international flavour 03:50 - North Shore BIA events - banner festival, outdoor art gallery, art walk, makeovers 06:48 - North Shore ambience, artistic centre 07:40 - business makeovers, Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CEPTED) 11:35 - other aspects of the North Shore Business Opportunity 13:20  - catering to global investment 14:35  - most diverse neighbourhood in Kamloops 15:46 -  Kamloopsians taking charge of their own destiny, entrepreneurialism, tournament capital program 17:41  - the business case for tackling social issues, the root causes 21:06 - NSBIA social enterprise projects, relationship building 24:43 - the Power of Partnerships 26:17 - business is an exciting world, not working in silos 27:15 - NSBIA web site and email    Arjun SinghI found this wideranging convesation so interesting. All about the activities of the North Shore Business Improvement Association with its innovative leader, Peter Mutrie.... 00:53 - what is the North Shore BIA 02:22  - mens clothing store wanted 02:37 -  other types of businesses wanting to                 attract - entertainment, restaurants, artistic businesses 03:13 - international flavour 03:50 - North Shore BIA events - banner festival, outdoor art gallery, art walk, makeovers 06:48 - North Shore ambience, artistic centre 07:40 - business makeovers, Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CEPTED) 11:35 - other aspects of the North Shore Business Opportunity 13:20  - catering to global investment 14:35  - most diverse neighbourhood in Kamloops 15:46 -  Kamloopsians taking charge of their own destiny, entrepreneurialism, tournament capital program 17:41  - the business case for tackling social issues, the root causes 21:06 - NSBIA social enterprise projects, relationship building 24:43 - the Power of Partnerships 26:17 - business is an exciting world, not working in silos 27:15 - NSBIA web site and email     A Conversation with Thompson Rivers University President, Dr Kathleen Scherf A Conversation with Thompson Rivers University President, Dr Kathleen Scherf Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:36:00 +0000


I was honoured that Kathleen Scherf, TRU's new President, took the time to have this conversation with me about our amazing university. We talk about Kathleen's background, the nature of a TRU education, and also about her experiences managing a large, diverse, rapidly changing institution.

Here is a roadmap for the audio:

   01:08: how did you get interested in teaching and academia 
   02:46: How did you become a Frankenstein scholar 
   07:55: How did you get  into university administration
   10:05: Tribute to Roger Barnsley
   11:14 - Changing the Culture of TRU
   11:58 - How did you find about TRU President Opening and fall
              in love with TRU
   13:34 - breaking the mold of a University President a bit
   14:28 - the mom car, the parking ticket on the first day  
   16:43 - has been kind of unusual been a challenge, being who
              you are and trying to being a role model
   19:05 - what makes a TRU education special - your vision?
   21:23 - small classes and large classes
   23:13 - value of President teaching first year students
   25:54 - how do liberal arts students become financially
              independent?
  27:45 - a  comprehensive university preparing students well
  28:34 - Law School update
  33:54 - House of Learning update, other capital projects - Old
             Main repairs
  36:17 -  Managing a large, diverse, rapidly changing institution:
              collegial governance, transparent leadership,
              team concept
]]> 41:48 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)I was honoured that Kathleen Scherf, TRU's new President, took the time to have this conversation with me about our amazing university. We talk about Kathleen's background, the nature of a TRU education, and also about her experiences managing a large, diverse, rapidly changing institution. Here is a roadmap for the audio:    01:08: how did you get interested in teaching and academia     02:46: How did you become a Frankenstein scholar     07:55: How did you get  into university administration    10:05: Tribute to Roger Barnsley    11:14 - Changing the Culture of TRU    11:58 - How did you find about TRU President Opening and fall               in love with TRU    13:34 - breaking the mold of a University President a bit    14:28 - the mom car, the parking ticket on the first day      16:43 - has been kind of unusual been a challenge, being who               you are and trying to being a role model    19:05 - what makes a TRU education special - your vision?    21:23 - small classes and large classes    23:13 - value of President teaching first year students    25:54 - how do liberal arts students become financially               independent?   27:45 - a  comprehensive university preparing students well   28:34 - Law School update   33:54 - House of Learning update, other capital projects - Old              Main repairs   36:17 -  Managing a large, diverse, rapidly changing institution:               collegial governance, transparent leadership,               team conceptArjun SinghI was honoured that Kathleen Scherf, TRU's new President, took the time to have this conversation with me about our amazing university. We talk about Kathleen's background, the nature of a TRU education, and also about her experiences managing a large, diverse, rapidly changing institution. Here is a roadmap for the audio:    01:08: how did you get interested in teaching and academia     02:46: How did you become a Frankenstein scholar     07:55: How did you get  into university administration    10:05: Tribute to Roger Barnsley    11:14 - Changing the Culture of TRU    11:58 - How did you find about TRU President Opening and fall               in love with TRU    13:34 - breaking the mold of a University President a bit    14:28 - the mom car, the parking ticket on the first day      16:43 - has been kind of unusual been a challenge, being who               you are and trying to being a role model    19:05 - what makes a TRU education special - your vision?    21:23 - small classes and large classes    23:13 - value of President teaching first year students    25:54 - how do liberal arts students become financially               independent?   27:45 - a  comprehensive university preparing students well   28:34 - Law School update   33:54 - House of Learning update, other capital projects - Old              Main repairs   36:17 -  Managing a large, diverse, rapidly changing institution:               collegial governance, transparent leadership,               team concept Kevin Skrepnek - A Young Kamloops Leader.... Kevin Skrepnek - A Young Kamloops Leader.... Thu, 18 Jun 2009 23:53:00 +0000
02:19 - getting hired by Betty Hinton, the pAssport crunch opportunity

04:15 - Kevin's pre Kamloops history of community involvement

04:42 - what it was like working for an MP

06:03 - the Michael Crawford domain name incident

10:18 -  running for city council, municipal politics so much more practical, great experience

16:25 - the Ins and outs of a successful council campaign

17:47 -  young people voting, getting involved. How do we get more of that?

21:04 -  Barack Obama

22:48 -  Kevin one of newest members on city social planning council, business community / social advocates integration

28:10    -  takeways from a younger person who is involved in his community.]]> 30:18 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)00:42  - moved to Kamloops 2.5 years ago, born&raised in Meford Ont 02:19 - getting hired by Betty Hinton, the pAssport crunch opportunity 04:15 - Kevin's pre Kamloops history of community involvement 04:42 - what it was like working for an MP 06:03 - the Michael Crawford domain name incident 10:18 -  running for city council, municipal politics so much more practical, great experience 16:25 - the Ins and outs of a successful council campaign 17:47 -  young people voting, getting involved. How do we get more of that? 21:04 -  Barack Obama 22:48 -  Kevin one of newest members on city social planning council, business community / social advocates integration 28:10    -  takeways from a younger person who is involved in his community.Arjun Singh00:42  - moved to Kamloops 2.5 years ago, born&raised in Meford Ont 02:19 - getting hired by Betty Hinton, the pAssport crunch opportunity 04:15 - Kevin's pre Kamloops history of community involvement 04:42 - what it was like working for an MP 06:03 - the Michael Crawford domain name incident 10:18 -  running for city council, municipal politics so much more practical, great experience 16:25 - the Ins and outs of a successful council campaign 17:47 -  young people voting, getting involved. How do we get more of that? 21:04 -  Barack Obama 22:48 -  Kevin one of newest members on city social planning council, business community / social advocates integration 28:10    -  takeways from a younger person who is involved in his community. Interview with TRU VP - Christopher Seguin Interview with TRU VP - Christopher Seguin Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:29:00 +0000 ]]> 24:46 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)Arjun Singh A Short Conversation with Kamloops Councillor Denis Walsh A Short Conversation with Kamloops Councillor Denis Walsh Thu, 04 Jun 2009 23:11:00 +0000

Issues discussed:
- Clean Air Day 2009
- Steep Learning Curve
- Trip to Federation of Canadian Municipalities convention in Whistler BC
]]> 05:29 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)This short podcast needs a little bit of context. Denis Walsh is a great friend of mine. I served on Kamloops City Council from late 2005 to late 2008. Denis was elected in late 2008. I ran again and fell two places out of being re-elected. Issues discussed: - Clean Air Day 2009 - Steep Learning Curve - Trip to Federation of Canadian Municipalities convention in Whistler BCArjun SinghThis short podcast needs a little bit of context. Denis Walsh is a great friend of mine. I served on Kamloops City Council from late 2005 to late 2008. Denis was elected in late 2008. I ran again and fell two places out of being re-elected. Issues discussed: - Clean Air Day 2009 - Steep Learning Curve - Trip to Federation of Canadian Municipalities convention in Whistler BC Jason Wassing on Child Philantrhopy and Kamloops Tech Jason Wassing on Child Philantrhopy and Kamloops Tech Tue, 02 Jun 2009 09:57:00 +0000 ]]> 31:53 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)My good Jason Wassing talks about his daughter's philanthropy and about the Kamloops technology industry scene in 2009.Arjun SinghMy good Jason Wassing talks about his daughter's philanthropy and about the Kamloops technology industry scene in 2009. Special 45 minute audio piece: Mayor Peter Milobar's State of the City Speech 2009 Special 45 minute audio piece: Mayor Peter Milobar's State of the City Speech 2009 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 00:24:00 +0000 ]]> 44:26 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)Delivered at the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce AGM.Arjun SinghDelivered at the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce AGM. Jacquie Brand, Manager of the Kamloops Arts Council Jacquie Brand, Manager of the Kamloops Arts Council Sat, 28 Mar 2009 01:24:00 +0000 Show Notes

00:46  - What is the Arts Council, who do you represent and support, how are you different than other local arts organizations?
03:20  - How do people contact you?
04:24  - Free use of exhibition space for members
05:59  - Helping people sell arts. Art in the Park July 1st
07:42  - How did you personally get involved? The relationship between arts administrators and artists
08:54  - How the Arts Council is run and funded. How many members?
11:02  - Why is the Arts important in Kamloops?
14:02  - BC Arts and Culture Week April 19th-26th. Art Walk between Aoril 23rd and May 18th
14:56  - kick off to Art Walk: Body Beautiful Live Tattoo show. All Welcome, 7pm to 9pm, April 23rd, 319 Victoria Street
16:31  - lantern making workshops in partnership with Kamloops Central BIA, Aprl 23 - 25
18:05  - Free Childrens Festival at Riverside Park, Sept 12th, 11am to 4pm\]]> 19:42 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)Show Notes 00:46  - What is the Arts Council, who do you represent and support, how are you different than other local arts organizations? 03:20  - How do people contact you? 04:24  - Free use of exhibition space for members 05:59  - Helping people sell arts. Art in the Park July 1st 07:42  - How did you personally get involved? The relationship between arts administrators and artists 08:54  - How the Arts Council is run and funded. How many members? 11:02  - Why is the Arts important in Kamloops? 14:02  - BC Arts and Culture Week April 19th-26th. Art Walk between Aoril 23rd and May 18th 14:56  - kick off to Art Walk: Body Beautiful Live Tattoo show. All Welcome, 7pm to 9pm, April 23rd, 319 Victoria Street 16:31  - lantern making workshops in partnership with Kamloops Central BIA, Aprl 23 - 25 18:05  - Free Childrens Festival at Riverside Park, Sept 12th, 11am to 4pm\Arjun SinghShow Notes 00:46  - What is the Arts Council, who do you represent and support, how are you different than other local arts organizations? 03:20  - How do people contact you? 04:24  - Free use of exhibition space for members 05:59  - Helping people sell arts. Art in the Park July 1st 07:42  - How did you personally get involved? The relationship between arts administrators and artists 08:54  - How the Arts Council is run and funded. How many members? 11:02  - Why is the Arts important in Kamloops? 14:02  - BC Arts and Culture Week April 19th-26th. Art Walk between Aoril 23rd and May 18th 14:56  - kick off to Art Walk: Body Beautiful Live Tattoo show. All Welcome, 7pm to 9pm, April 23rd, 319 Victoria Street 16:31  - lantern making workshops in partnership with Kamloops Central BIA, Aprl 23 - 25 18:05  - Free Childrens Festival at Riverside Park, Sept 12th, 11am to 4pm\ Preventing Youth Gang Violence in Kamloops: An Interview with Tara Ettinger Preventing Youth Gang Violence in Kamloops: An Interview with Tara Ettinger Sun, 22 Mar 2009 00:25:00 +0000
Another really interesting conversation. This time, with Tara Ettinger, coordinator of the Kamloops Community Action and Assessment Network (CAAN), which strives to improve the situation around youth gangs in Kamloops and region. I am so convinced that the work of this committee is so right and so critical, that I did a bit of editorializing myself in the interview.

Tara talked a lot about "non obvious" approaches and about about her personal experience with misperceptions about youth.

Tara is organizing a series of forums on preventing youth in gangs - March 31, April 7th, and April 14th. For more information, here is Tara's email.

Interview topics

00:38 - what is the CAAN
01:25 - CAAN predates current concerns in BC about gang violence
01:53 - CAAN activities
03:03 - info on th upcoming forums
05:45 - community strengths and gaps
06:37 - dealing with root cause, instead of symptoms
07:50 - getting non traditional parties involved
10:02 - case studies: transit exchange and skateboard park
13:50 - perceptions and misperceptions
16:45 - contact Tara for more info on forums
]]> Tara's email.Interview topics00:38 - what is the CAAN01:25 - CAAN predates current concerns in BC about gang violence01:53 - CAAN activities03:03 - info on th upcoming forums05:45 - community strengths and gaps06:37 - dealing with root cause, instead of symptoms07:50 - getting non traditional parties involved10:02 - case studies: transit exchange and skateboard park13:50 - perceptions and misperceptions16:45 - contact Tara for more info on forums]]> full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh) Long Time Realtor Ken McClelland Shares Views and Tips on Kamloops Real Estate Long Time Realtor Ken McClelland Shares Views and Tips on Kamloops Real Estate Fri, 13 Mar 2009 06:00:00 +0000
0:48 - surprised by the rapid change in real estate market?
2:04 - real estate market getting back to normal
2:36 - houses between 250k and 45  0k
3:17 - good market for first time buyers
3:51- good market for buying "up", going to a more expensive housing category
4:32     - strategies in this market for when you need to sell relatively quickly
6:12   - realtors leaving the business and the issue of full time and part time realtors
7:27 - investment properties in this market: "buying and holding" not "quick in and out"]]> 08:42 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)Ken McClelland's website: http://www.keninkamloops.com/ 0:48 - surprised by the rapid change in real estate market? 2:04 - real estate market getting back to normal 2:36 - houses between 250k and 45  0k 3:17 - good market for first time buyers 3:51- good market for buying "up", going to a more expensive housing category 4:32     - strategies in this market for when you need to sell relatively quickly 6:12   - realtors leaving the business and the issue of full time and part time realtors 7:27 - investment properties in this market: "buying and holding" not "quick in and out"Arjun SinghKen McClelland's website: http://www.keninkamloops.com/ 0:48 - surprised by the rapid change in real estate market? 2:04 - real estate market getting back to normal 2:36 - houses between 250k and 45  0k 3:17 - good market for first time buyers 3:51- good market for buying "up", going to a more expensive housing category 4:32     - strategies in this market for when you need to sell relatively quickly 6:12   - realtors leaving the business and the issue of full time and part time realtors 7:27 - investment properties in this market: "buying and holding" not "quick in and out" Elizabeth Duckworth: Kamloops History and the Museum Elizabeth Duckworth: Kamloops History and the Museum Wed, 04 Mar 2009 05:09:00 +0000 ]]> 28:18 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)Arjun Singh Interview with Gary Rimbish on being homeless in Kamloops Interview with Gary Rimbish on being homeless in Kamloops Mon, 02 Mar 2009 03:32:00 +0000 ]]> 26:17 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)Arjun Singh Interview with Dr Penny Powers, chair of the Thompson Rivers University Environmental Advisory Committee Interview with Dr Penny Powers, chair of the Thompson Rivers University Environmental Advisory Committee Fri, 27 Feb 2009 01:02:00 +0000
 - Sustainability efforts at TRU
 - How Penny got interested in the Environment
 - The importance of paying attention to politics and the difficulty of talking
   passionately about issues.
]]> 37:59 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)37 minutes with Dr Penny Powers from the TRU Environmental Advisory Committee.  A wonderful opportunity to chat about:  - Sustainability efforts at TRU  - How Penny got interested in the Environment  - The importance of paying attention to politics and the difficulty of talking    passionately about issues.Arjun Singh37 minutes with Dr Penny Powers from the TRU Environmental Advisory Committee.  A wonderful opportunity to chat about:  - Sustainability efforts at TRU  - How Penny got interested in the Environment  - The importance of paying attention to politics and the difficulty of talking    passionately about issues. The Kamloops Society for Community Living's Thoughtful and Deliberate Change of Focus The Kamloops Society for Community Living's Thoughtful and Deliberate Change of Focus Tue, 10 Feb 2009 03:17:00 +0000 ]]> 08:40 false full arjun@fullworld.com (Arjun Singh)An Interview with Deb Steele, Community Awareness Coordinator for the Society, Feb 6th 2009Arjun SinghAn Interview with Deb Steele, Community Awareness Coordinator for the Society, Feb 6th 2009