The Kingstonian Podcast

THE KINGSTONIAN is a program that profiles individuals who are passionate about what they do for a living, about what organization they belong to, or, simply passionate about the community they are a part of. Hosted by Dave Cunningham.

The Kingstonian Podcast is a society podcast hosted by Dave Cunningham, with 181 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Dave Cunningham hosts The Kingstonian Podcast, a society show with 181 episodes published.

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  Episode #3

  Scott & Chris Bell - Rob Roy Pipe Band & Highland Dancers (from 2017)

  Sep 21, 202627 minS10

  Send us Fan Mail Repeat Episode: As part of the 10th season of The Kingstonian Podcast , we're revisiting some conversations from the program's early years. In this episode, we go back to 2017 for a conversation with Scott and Chris Bell , longtime members of Kingston's Rob Roy Pipe Band and Highland Dancers. Scott and Chris share their passion for the pipes and drums, talk about the world of competition, and discuss the opportunities available for those interested in learning these instruments and becoming involved in the tradition of pipe bands and Highland dancing. Originally aired as a program on Queen's Radio, this conversation is now being presented as part of our Season 10 Replay Series . Suggested Hashtags #Season10 #KingstonOntario #RobRoyPipeBand #HighlandDancing Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” , by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram, & Threads Send comments & suggestions to thekingstonianpodcast@gmail.com Episodes also air weekly on CJAI at 101.3fm (Tue. at 4pm)

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  Episode #2

  Harvey Brownstone: Without Prejudice — From Rejection to the Bench, and Beyond

  Sep 14, 202645 minS10

  Send us Fan Mail Few lives have followed a path as extraordinary as Harvey Brownstone's. Raised in Hamilton and a graduate of Queen's University's Faculty of Law, Harvey overcame childhood bullying, family rejection, poverty, and discrimination to become Canada's first openly gay judge. During his distinguished 26-year career on the Ontario Court of Justice, he earned a reputation for compassion, innovation, and a deep commitment to making the justice system more accessible. Today, Harvey has embarked on an entirely new chapter as host of the internationally acclaimed Harvey Brownstone Interviews , featuring conversations with some of the world's best-known entertainers, authors, and public figures. His bestselling memoir, Without Prejudice: My Life as a Gay Judge , is an honest, often humorous, and deeply moving account of the obstacles he faced—and the people who helped him overcome them. The book has become a national bestseller and is being adapted into a Hollywood feature film. More than a conversation about law, this is a story of resilience, kindness, humour, and the extraordinary difference that one encouraging voice can make in another person's life. Connect with Harvey Brownstone • YouTube: Harvey Brownstone Interviews • Book: Without Prejudice: My Life as a Gay Judge • Podcast: Harvey Brownstone Interviews HASHTAGS: #TheKingstonianPodcast #HarveyBrownstone #WithoutPrejudice #Justice Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis” , by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram, & Threads Send comments & suggestions to thekingstonianpodcast@gmail.com Episodes also air weekly on CJAI at 101.3fm (Tue. at 4pm)

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  Episode #12

  Maegen Kulchar - From the Anchor Desk to the Front Page

  May 25, 202626 minS9

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>On this episode of the podcast, Dave Cunningham welcomes award-winning journalist ,<b> Maegen Kulchar</b>, for a conversation about the evolving world of local news.</p><p>The discussion explores Maegen’s journey into journalism through Carleton University and Niagara College, early years reporting for CKWS-TV in Kingston, and the dramatic shift that followed the 2025 restructuring and layoffs at the local television station.</p><p>Now reporting for the Kingston Whig-Standard, Maegen reflects on the transition from television to print journalism, the changing habits of news consumers, the influence of social media and ar...

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  Episode #11

  Remembering Jim Neill — A 2017 Conversation on Kingston, Community & Civic Life

  May 2, 202625 minS9

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>This archival episode features a 2017 conversation with the late <b>Jim Neill</b>, recorded when this program was still airing as a radio show.</p><p><b>Jim Neill</b> was well known in Kingston, Ontario, for his decades of public service as a teacher, community activist, school board trustee, and Kingston city councillor. In this conversation, Jim reflects on several civic issues facing Kingston at the time, including development proposals along Princess Street, transportation planning, and discussion surrounding the city’s third crossing project.</p><p>Recorded nearly nine years before his pa...

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  Episode #10

  Tom Mawhinney - Busking, Choirs, and Community

  Mar 21, 202648 minS9

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this episode of The Kingstonian Podcast, Dave speaks with a Kingston-area musician, <b>Tom Mawhinney -</b> songwriter, and community builder - whose journey began at Queen’s University in Kingston, in the early 1970s.</p><p>Over the decades, he has released six albums for adult listeners and three children’s<b> </b>albums, written more than 30 songs for choirs. </p><p>The conversation explores:</p>Early musical influences and songwritingHis 1992 cross-Canada busking tourHis transition into writing for and working with choirsA parallel career as a clinical psychologist working with youthHis work...

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