Ottawhat? - An Ottawa podcast

In this episode, we sat down with Waubgeshig Rice. He’s a video journalist working for the CBC in Ottawa, he’s published a book of short stories and last year put out a novel called Legacy. We discussed some of his favourite experiences as a video journalist, the influence of technology and social media on reporting… Continue reading Ottawhat 44 – Waubgeshig Rice

On the show this week, we sat down with Michael Townsend, a software developer and founder of doublespeakgames.com, creator of two very popular online games, A Dark Room and Gridland. We talked about growing up playing and making computer games, making it to the top of the iTunes charts, and balancing a day job with your passions. Sponsor… Continue reading Ottawhat 43 – Michael Townsend

This week, we sat down with comedian Colin Giles, who has been contributing to our Classic Ottawa segment for the last few weeks. He’s part of two improv troupes, EFT Improv and Hall of Justice, and has also been putting his energy into writing comedy. Sponsor – This episode is brought to you in part… Continue reading Ottawhat 42 – Colin Giles

This week, Frances, Linda and Nancy from the Ottawa Humane Society Auxiliary joined us to share the work of the Humane Society, to discuss their fundraising efforts via craft and bake sales, and to tell us a little of the history of the auxiliary. Links: Ottawa Humane Society Auxiliary OHSA on Facebook Tea: Teaopia MudslideThanks once… Continue reading Ottawhat 41 – Ottawa Humane Society Auxiliary

David Narbaitz is the founder and owner of Monopolatte, the first board game cafe in Ottawa. We talked about his transition from the patent office to owning his own business, some of the obstacles to starting your own business, and how Settlers of Catan is really just a gateway game. Links: Monopolatte Ottawa Riverkeepers event… Continue reading Ottawhat 40 – David Narbaitz (Monopolatte)

Neuroscience student and talented artist Becca Hay was our guest this week. We talked about studying neuroscience, raising mental health awareness, bridging the gap between arts and sciences, and keeping track of directions without the Rocky Mountains on the horizon. You’ll also find out how quickly Keegan can think of a palindrome when put on… Continue reading Ottawhat 39 – Becca Hay

Brotherly love was in the air this week as we interviewed Keegan’s brother, Dylan On. Dylan is an emerging artist and is currently pursuing his Master of Arts in Theatre and Performance Studies. He chatted about some of his experience in performing arts, including touring Shakespeare plays around elementary schools and even volunteering at a… Continue reading Ottawhat 38 – Dylan On

Chris Bailey paid a visit to the Ottawhat? studios this week, to discuss his work revolving around productivity. Chris spent a year of his life putting himself through challenges and experiments that he documented on his website, A Life of Productivity. He’s currently writing a book about the experience, and he was generous enough to share… Continue reading Ottawhat 37 – Chris Bailey

This week, we spoke to Lou Lee, a former Ottawa resident who now works at an environmental consulting firm in British Columbia. We chatted about mold and asbestos, discussed Lou’s favourite kinds of beer, and discovered what and where the Greenbelt is exactly. Lou even gave a few tips on where you might find mold… Continue reading Ottawhat 36 – Lou Lee

This week on Ottawhat, we sat down with Marco Ferraris, a musician and geography student, who is also a sommelier in training. Learn exactly how much complexity goes into the making and tasting of wine, what separates red wines from whites, and exactly how many drinks Keegan can pour before he spills one of them.… Continue reading Ottawhat 35 – Marco Ferraris

In this episode, we sat down with Jeff Salvail, a physicist who has worked with quantum based technology and who also has a love for lasers. Born and raised in Ottawa, Jeff spent the last few years in Vancouver and is now moving to Waterloo to further his physics studies. Listen in as Jeff tries… Continue reading Ottawhat 34 – Jeff Salvail

Happy New Year! This episode of Ottawhat? features Kate Morin, a music therapist who grew up in Ottawa and now works for Heartsparks Music Therapy, centered in Halifax. We chatted about music therapy, classical singing, and New Year’s resolutions. Kate also told us about her time working at Waupoos Family Farm, which provides vacations for… Continue reading Ottawhat 33 – Kate Morin

This week on Ottawhat?, the city herself was our guest. We recap our favourite news stories of the year, reminisce about some of our past guests, and discuss our best New Years’ celebrations in Ottawa. As a holiday gift to us, consider rating the show on iTunes or Stitcher Radio. It’s the easiest way to support the show, and… Continue reading Ottawhat 32 – Ottawhat? a Year

Samantha Ingram, Communications Coordinator at the Ottawa Food Bank, met with us this week to share some uplifting facts about the great work that the Food Bank and their volunteers do for our city’s less fortunate. We also learned about ways you can help out other than volunteering your time or participating in food drives,… Continue reading Ottawhat 31 – Samantha Ingram (Ottawa Food Bank)

Cait O’Malley is an event planner and communications specialist working at the University of Ottawa. She shared her stories about musical road-trips and making her own jelly. We love getting your feedback on the show, leave us a message on Facebook or Twitter, or review the show on iTunes, and we’ll read the best comments… Continue reading Ottawhat 30 – Cait O’Malley

Lisa Johnston is an actor, a cook training to be a chef, and a United Empire Loyalist descendant. We chatted about some of her training and what it means to be a loyalist descendant. Lisa is playing a role in the ongoing Sock ‘n’ Buskin Theatre Company production of The Tempest. She gave us a… Continue reading Ottawhat 29 – Lisa Johnston

On this week’s show, we spoke to Grant and Magill from Rule2Productions, a local upstart video production company in Ottawa. We talked to them about how they got interested in film, some of their favourite projects so far, and the film festival scene in our neck of the woods. We love getting your feedback on… Continue reading Ottawhat 28 – Grant & Magill (Rule2Productions)

This week on the show, we sat down with Zosia Huszcz, who works in medical technology. We talked about the intricate nature of her work, her experience at Beau’s Oktoberfest, her photography hobby, and she taught us where and what Greely is. Plus, in case you ever considered playing ball hockey, tune in as Zosia… Continue reading Ottawhat 27 – Zosia Huszcz

There’s a family connection on Ottawhat? this week; we were joined on the show by Amaan’s brother, Shawn Bashir. He’s an electrical engineering student at the University of Ottawa who was in France last month for an engineering challenge put on by Valeo. Tune in to find out more about his team’s project and how… Continue reading Ottawhat 26 – Shawn Bashir

This week, we talked met with a member of Ottawa’s literary community, Lisa Marie Smith. We talked about the burgeoning world of digital publishing, Lisa’s harrowing grocery shopping experiences in New York, and what’s it’s like growing up in a pub in Scotland. We love getting your feedback on the show, leave us a message… Continue reading Ottawhat 25 – Lisa Marie Smith