en https://cjsw.com/program/beyond-the-textbook/ en-us Beyond the Textbook is a student-led and produced podcast that explores student life ad stories at UCalgary. The series showcases the work completed by Communication Studies majors in COMS 591 Capstone Seminar in Communication and Media Studies. This project has been funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Innovative Work Integrated Learning program and CEWIL Canada’s iHUB. Beyond the Textbook is a student-led and produced podcast that explores student life ad stories at UCalgary. The series showcases the work completed by Communication Studies majors in COMS 591 Capstone Seminar in Communication and Media Studies. This project has been funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Innovative Work Integrated Learning program and CEWIL Canada’s iHUB. yes CJSW 90.9 FM CJSW Programming programming@cjsw.com Copyright 2026 CJSW Radio https://feedpress.me/link/24111/17113053/20250806 https://cjsw.com/program/beyond-the-textbook/episode/20250806/ Episode 5: Education



In this podcast episode, we reflected on our experiences from our capstone class and our engagement with Indigenous ethical protocols, culture, and perspectives. We discuss what we learned about how to respectfully engage with Indigenous knowledge as individuals outside the community. This episode also features an insightful interview with Matthew Antonius, a representative from the Writing Symbols Lodge, who shares valuable perspectives and guidance on respectful engagement. For those looking to learn more, we’ve included resources and programs available at the University of Calgary and beyond.]]> Wed, 30 Jul 2025 19:33:56 -0600 https://feedpress.me/link/24111/17068639/20250702 https://cjsw.com/program/beyond-the-textbook/episode/20250702/ Episode 4: Entrepreneurialism



In this episode, we are joined by Hanna Woodward, the Indigenous Student
Support Advisor at the University of Calgary’s Student Wellness Services. Their discussion explores Indigenous Ethical Protocols, the Indigenous Wellness Wheel, and the importance of holistic wellness approaches. Together, they reflect on their experiences learning from Indigenous Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and campus partners, emphasizing the need to create space for Indigenous voices in academic and institutional settings.]]> Thu, 03 Jul 2025 16:14:09 -0600 https://feedpress.me/link/24111/17045105/20250604 https://cjsw.com/program/beyond-the-textbook/episode/20250604/ Episode 3: Entrepreneurialism



Join us on a journey through the Social Innovation Hub’s Indigenous Tech Showcase, where we go beyond the textbook to learn about Indigenous perspectives to social entrepreneurship. In this episode, we speak with Adaeze Hubbard from the Social Innovation Hub and local Indigenous founders James McInnes, Joshua Day Chief, and Colby Delorme. Through shared experiences, stories and insights, we learn about showcases and investor circles as alternatives to Western-style pitch competitions. This conversation highlights the value of networking, community, family, future-focused solutions and Indigenous ethical protocol to explore Indigenous-informed approaches to social innovation.]]> Thu, 29 May 2025 17:16:00 -0600 https://feedpress.me/link/24111/17025713/20250507 https://cjsw.com/program/beyond-the-textbook/episode/20250507/ Episode 2: What if preserving language could shape the future of culture?



In this episode of Beyond the Textbook, we’re joined by Douglas Winnipeg from Siksika Nation, who shares how the Blackfoot language carries identity, history, and innovation. As a first-year engineering student, Douglas, alongside his two group mates, created a prairie chicken-inspired language learning toy to support Blackfoot revitalization. Through this conversation, we explore how Indigenous language preservation bridges generations, inspires new ways of learning, and keeps culture alive through both tradition and technology.]]> Wed, 07 May 2025 18:44:32 -0600 https://feedpress.me/link/24111/17025795/20250402 https://cjsw.com/program/beyond-the-textbook/podcast/20250402/ Episode 1: What happens when Indigenous perspectives meet current sustainability practices on campus?



In this episode, we are joined by Travis Milnes from the Office of Sustainability, and Cadena Brazeau, president of the Indigenous Students' Circle Club at the University of Calgary. Our conversation focused on how Indigenous perspectives shape sustainability practices at the University of Calgary, and what strategies enhance student engagement, create ethical spaces, and integrate diverse knowledges in sustainability.]]> Thu, 27 Mar 2025 21:28:08 -0600