Local Matters is a weekly spoken word program focusing on interviews with interesting community members, information on upcoming events and discussions around our community issues. This collective program combines the efforts of many volunteers who contribute program content and production.
This initiative is made possible by the Community Radio Fund of Canada.
This program is currently active and being produced on a regular basis (weekly). Catch Local Matters on Peach City Radio at the following dates & times:
Tuesdays @ 1800h
Saturdays @ 0900h
New episodes of this program are regularly posted to this archive Fridays @ 0600h.
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Latest Episode
Episode 88
- Penticton Rocks Posted: July 26, 2024 - 58 minutes
Nora has a conversation with Roger Yeo and Stephen Jasper to about the Men's Shed group here in Penticton. She also learns about the geographical history of the Penticton area from Todd Reddings, a professor of geology at the Okanagan College.
WRITING MATTERS: In this episode of Local Matters, hosts Paul Crawford and Julie Fowler sit down with South Okanagan writer, Faye Arcand to talk about all matters of writing. Faye is the Facilitator/Director of the Wine Country Writers’ Festival, which is coming up September 27-29, 2024 at Penticton's Lakeside Resort.
MUSIC MATTERS: In this episode of Local Matters, Danielle Savage sits down with J Daniel Cramer to talk about his origin story, how he came to be the drummer/ composer/ modular artist that he is now.
In this "Piece of Mind" episode of Local Matters, Peter Kok interviews Dan Hines about his 'Circle of Trust' work, coaching practice, and local sailing adventures offered on Okanagan Lake. danhines.ca
REZ RADIO: Gerry Gabriel and Sarah Huytonchat with Jeremy Pahl, stage name Saltwater Hank, and talk about music, fishing, and more!
Episode 82 - 82 - All Matters Art Posted: June 21, 2024 - 60 minutes
In this episode of Local Matters, Paul Crawford talks about his art collecting journey and the why it has been so valuable for him to collect. He also shares his excitement for the 46th Annual Art Auction in support of the Penticton Art Gallery, which is coming up on Saturday, June 22. Find every kind of art for every palette including this Shepard Fairey print entitled "Eye Alert,” from 2011.
Episode 81 - 81 - Piece of Mind - Julie Gerhardt Posted: June 14, 2024 - 60 minutes
Peter and Rebekah interview physical therapist Julie Gerhardt about her practice, new book and her work in the valley. www.maryleslie.com www.juliegerhardt.com and Attune Wellness
Episode 80 - 80 - Under the Pink Triangle Posted: June 7, 2024 - 60 minutes
Lee & Kyler speak with SOS Pride members Heather and Melissa
Nora MacLeod-Glover continues the conversationwith Sandra Riches, Executive Director of BC AdventureSmart about staying safe while enjoying the beauty of the amazing outdoor playground in BC this summer.
Episode 78 - 78 - All Matters Art Posted: May 24, 2024 - 60 minutes
Local Matters hosts, Julie Fowler and Paul Crawford talk to legendary artist, naturalist and advocate for the environment, Robert Bateman (b. 1930) at his studio on Salt Spring Island to discuss his life and upcoming exhibition at the Penticton Art Gallery, “Unexpected Bateman,” which opens on Friday July 5.