A new program on gardening, a show about swimming, another about going to the beach, and a program featuring book recommendations are among the highlights coming your way this week on CHIR-FM, the Voice of the Gulf Islands.
Tune in to 107.9 FM (or 102.1 FM in the South End) or stream the station online to hear more than 20 unique local programs on your community radio station.
Highlights for the Coming Week
Tuesday, August 18, 1-2 p.m. — This Song, That Time
Lesley Grott will host a show about swimming. She will be featuring interviews with members of the Salt Spring Seals, a group of adventurers that gather to swim and explore the waters around Salt Spring and beyond every week, and playing songs that bring to mind oceans and swimming.
The show re-airs Thursdays at 1 p.m. and Saturdays at 1 p.m.
This Tuesday (August 18) from 1-2 p.m. on This Song, That Time, Lesley Grott will host a show about swimming, featuring interviews with members of the Salt Spring Seals, a group of adventurers that gather to swim and explore the waters around Salt Spring and beyond every week, as well as playing songs that bring to mind oceans and swimming. Photo by Lesley Grott.
Wednesday, August 19, 1-2 p.m. — The CommPost
The CommPost is a new program hosted by certified horticulturalist Charley Miller, who interviews local gardeners and growers.
Wednesday, August 19, 8-9 p.m. — It's About Story Time
On It's About Story Time with host AmanDa Bapty, this week's theme is "Gone to the Beach."
An hour of songs and poems about saltwater, sand, and that relaxing feeling you get only with your feet dipping in the surf. Expect a selection of songs, poetry and possibly a short story washed up along the way for beach-combing with your ears.
The show re-airs Sundays at 4 p.m. and Tuesdays at 8 p.m.
This Wednesday (August 19) from 8–9 p.m.: on It's About Story Time with host AmanDa Bapty, this week's theme is "Gone to the Beach.” An hour of songs and poems about saltwater, sand, and that relaxing feeling you get only with your feet dipping in the surf. Expect a selection of songs, poetry and possibly a short story washed up along the way for beach-combing with your ears.
Thursday, August 20, 10-11 a.m. — Check it Out
Did you know Guinness World Records has a Most Overdue Library Book category? And Wikipedia has pages of stories from around the world about long overdue library books?
Host Cecilia Low will share some of those stories as well as book recommendations from a couple of people listeners will know and from people they may not.
This Thursday (August 20) from 10-11 a.m. on Check it Out, host Cecilia Low will share stories of long overdue books as well as book recommendations from a couple of people listeners will know and from people they may not.
Local Programs on CHIR-FM
Island Interludes: Monday-Friday 6-7 a.m. The music of the Gulf Islands hosted by Dan Miller.
Morningtide: Monday-Friday 7-9 a.m. Dan Miller shares classics from the CHiR library, local news, weather and other village banter.
Coffee Break: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9-11 a.m. Damian Inwood provides up-to-date information on news, traffic, weather, plus special guests, regular features and great music.
Canada Fresh: Tuesday 9-10 a.m. Hear all new music by Canadian music, hosted by David Crouch.
TRUpreneur: Tuesday 10-11 a.m. David Crouch interviews the most interesting entrepreneurs and small business owners we have on the Gulf Islands.
Radio Skoden: Tuesday 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Indigenous music hosted by Caroline Dick.
Harmonic Expeditions: Tuesday 3-4 p.m. Mike Chin explores musicians and other creatives on the Gulf Islands.
Dr Jeff’s Natural Vet Broadcast: Tuesday 4-5 p.m. All about opening up new ways of thinking about your pet’s health.
Connections: Tuesday 5-6 p.m. David Minkow takes listeners on a musical journey.
A Friendly Wave: Tuesday 7-8 p.m. A unique cultural experiment originating from the Cassette Cafe.
The CommPost: Wednesday 1-2 p.m. Certified horticulturalist Charley Miller hosts an interview show with local gardeners and growers.
Hidden Gems: Wednesday 5-6 p.m. A weekly collection of underrated tracks from far and wide hosted by Peregrin McCormick.
Saltspring Sessions: Wednesday 6-8 p.m. Host Sima Rehn cracks open the echo chamber of SSI’s live music scene by sharing past performances.
It’s About Story Time: Wednesday 8-9 p.m. A weekly exploration of poetry, short fiction, and music around a curated theme with AmanDa Bapty.
Tonic: Thursday 9-11 a.m. Two hours of music, viewpoints, and conversations with David Crouch.
Canada Country: Thursday 12-1 p.m. Hosted by Chris Arnett.
Headline Hunters: Thursday 4-5 p.m. Retired journalists Damian Inwood and Paul McElroy give their unique take on the stories that are important to Salt Spring Island, Canada and the world.
Hide and Seek: Thursday 8-10 p.m. Ben Corno explores 100 years of popular music with a focus on Western modern but an interest in all the rest.
Nocturnal Emissions: Thursday 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Dan Snakehead offers up Mixcloud's #1 Canadian Drum & Bass broadcast since 2020.
Soundscape: Friday 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Frank Allen plays an eclectic selection of music, drawing from all musical forms.
Lights, Camera, ADRIAN: Friday 3-4 p.m. A hip and humorous look at movies.
Archipelager Hour: Friday 5-6 p.m. Each week, hosts Robin Jenkinson and Ryan Dentry try to capture some of the "Voices of the Gulf Islands" to share, alongside great music and discussion.
Techno J Extravaganza: Friday 7-8 p.m. Mark O’Neill presents a musical mix of your favourites (lots of Rock and Roll).
Hip Hop on the Rock: Friday 9-10 p.m. Explore Dano Hammer's eclectic collection of Canadian and international alternative hip hop.
Be sure to check out CHIR-FM for the latest schedule, including rebroadcast times for the shows listed above.
