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 179 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Dave Cunningham hosts The Kingstonian Podcast, a society show with 179 episodes published.

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

  Sep 14, 202645 min

  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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  John & Mark Gerretsen - Politics is a Family Affair

  Sep 7, 202630 min

  Send us Fan Mail This tenth-season episode is a return to one of the early conversations from The Kingstonian Podcast archives. It features my conversation with John Gerretsen and his son, Mark , originally recorded in October 2016 and first published in April 2018. Both have served Kingston as City Councillors and Mayors. Following his time as Mayor, John went on to serve for 19 years as a Member of Provincial Parliament. Mark, after his time around the horseshoe at Kingston City Hall, was elected in 2015 as the Member of Parliament for Kingston and the Islands. As part of our tenth season , I’m pleased to revisit this conversation with two people whose public service has had a lasting impact on Kingston. 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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  Lindsey Fair– Building Strong Businesses, Strong Brands & Strong Communities

  Jul 26, 202643 minS9

  Send us Fan Mail Economic development is a phrase we hear almost every day—but what does it actually mean, and how does it affect the communities where we live and work? In this episode, host Dave Cunningham sits down with Lindsey Fair , whose career has spanned entrepreneurship, marketing, communications, community partnerships, and economic development. Lindsey discusses how organizations can grow by combining strategic thinking with authentic community engagement. The conversation explores Lindsey's career journey, how she transitioned from small business into leadership roles, and what she has learned about helping municipalities, educational institutions, entrepreneurs and organizations achieve sustainable growth. Dave and Lindsey also discuss the changing world of marketing, including the growing importance of social media, digital communications and brand strategy, while examining how traditional media continues to play an important role. The interview also takes a personal turn as Lindsey reflects on the impact that Junior Chamber International (Jaycees) had on her leadership development, the inspiration behind the book Trucker Management: Driving Small Business to Success , co-written with Matt Hutcheon, and her current work with Invest Ottawa supporting innovation, entrepreneurship and business growth. Hashtags: #The KingstonianPodcast, #EconomicDevelopment, #Entrepreneurship, #Marketing Strategy, #BusinessGrowth, #InvestOttawa, #BrandStrategy, #Communications 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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