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  • 033 Becoming Bob Crawford

    23 JUN 2022 · To wrap up Season 4 of Becoming, host Catherine Tang had a chance to sit down and chat with someone who has impacted her life greatly - Dr. Bob Crawford. In this episode, Bob talks about entering the field of computing in the 60s,  his 40+ years with Queen's University, and how faith has shaped the way he approaches life and those around him. Connect with us: Get in touch with Bob Crawford through Ryandale Transitional HousingCatherine Tang can be found on Twitter at @EduScribblings Theme music: "Inspiring and Upbeat" by Scott Holmeswww.scottholmesmusic.com
    39m 53s
  • 032 Becoming Christopher Ng

    16 JUN 2022 · Growing up, Christopher Ng wanted nothing more than to be a pilot. After studying to be a teacher in university, he had the opportunity to realize his childhood dream. Listen to him talk with host Catherine Tang about applying his love for math and physics, redefining home and the logistics of flying in a pandemic.Connect with us: You can reach out to Christopher Ng via email at christopherfng@gmail.com.Catherine Tang can be found on Twitter at @EduScribblings Theme music: "Inspiring and Upbeat" by Scott Holmeswww.scottholmesmusic.com
    39m 47s
  • 031 Becoming Aba Mortley

    9 JUN 2022 · Aba Mortley has never been one to turn down an opportunity, and that “why not” approach has led her to complete a PhD, become a small business owner, and sit on countless boards and committees. In this episode, Aba chats with host Catherine Tang about growing up in Trinidad and Tobago, her first impressions of Kingston, and why it’s so important to her to give back - both corporately and personally.Connect with us: Aba Mortley through Cher-Mère Spa at https://cher-mere.ca/Catherine Tang can be found on Twitter at @EduScribblings Theme music: "Inspiring and Upbeat" by Scott Holmeswww.scottholmesmusic.com
    31m 12s
  • 030 Becoming Bhavana Varma

    2 JUN 2022 · Bhavana Varma has been with the United Way for over 30 years, and has served more than 20 of those years as President and CEO here in Kingston. In this episode, she talks with host Catherine Tang about growing up in India, carving a new life in Canada, and how she’s seen Kingston change over the last few decades.Connect with us: Find the contact information for Bhavana Varma at https://www.unitedwaykfla.ca/staffteam/Catherine Tang can be found on Twitter at @EduScribblings Theme music: "Inspiring and Upbeat" by Scott Holmeswww.scottholmesmusic.com
    39m 33s
  • 029 Becoming Paul Sokoloff

    26 MAY 2022 · Paul Sokoloff is a botanist, yogi and lover of long walks. Listen in as he chats with host Catherine Tang about the Arctic, space, and his work at the Canadian Museum of Nature.Connect with us: Find out more about Paul Sokoloff and the Canadian Museum of Nature at https://nature.ca/en/homeCatherine Tang can be found on Twitter at @EduScribblings Theme music: "Inspiring and Upbeat"' by Scott Holmeswww.scottholmesmusic.com
    36m 1s
  • 028 Becoming Xiaobing Shen

    19 MAY 2022 · Xiaobing Shen grew up in rural China and moved to Canada in the 90s for schooling and the prospect of a better life. However, he found his way back to farming, and has carved a niche for himself now preparing the foods that he grew up eating. In this episode, Xiaobing shares his honest journey with host Catherine Tang.Connect with us: Find Xiaobing Shen at the Memorial Centre Farmer’s Market, or check out Long Road Ecological Farm at http://www.longroadecofarm.ca/Catherine Tang can be found on Twitter at @EduScribblings Theme music: "Inspiring and Upbeat"' by Scott Holmeswww.scottholmesmusic.com
    29m 6s
  • 027 Becoming Elizabeth Lamont

    12 MAY 2022 · If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a professional ballet dancer, then listen in. For episode 27, host Catherine Tang chats with Elizabeth Lamont about boarding school, being in a documentary, and what it takes to make it in the world of ballet.Connect with us: Elizabeth Lamont is on Instagram at @elizabethlamontballetYou can find out more about the Royal Winnipeg Ballet at rwb.org or on their instagram page @rwballet Catherine Tang can be found on Twitter at @EduScribblings Theme music: "Inspiring and Upbeat"' by Scott Holmeswww.scottholmesmusic.com
    31m 59s
  • 026 Becoming Evan Mitchell

    5 MAY 2022 · We are back with Season 4 of Becoming! For the first episode in this season, host Catherine Tang invites Evan Mitchell onto the show. They talk about what it means to be a Music Director, how the symphony experience has changed, and even Evan’s love of video games. Connect with us: You can find out more about the Kingston Symphony Orchestra at kingstonsymphony.ca or by emailing admin@kingstonsymphony.ca to connect with Evan MitchellCatherine Tang can be found on Twitter at @EduScribblings Theme music: "Inspiring and Upbeat"' by Scott Holmeswww.scottholmesmusic.com
    40m 20s
  • 025 Becoming Dr. Kieran Moore

    29 MAR 2021 · Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Kingstonians have been turning to Dr. Kieran Moore for guidance and reassurance. In this final episode of our mini-season, Dr. Moore talks with host Catherine Tang about how Kingston prepared for the pandemic, what...
    35m 58s
  • 024 Becoming Laura Carter

    22 MAR 2021 · Ever since she was little, Laura Carter knew that she wanted to be a public librarian. She didn't, however, expect to be Chief Librarian in the midst of a global pandemic. In this episode of Becoming, listen in as Laura talks to host Catherine Tang...
    42m 13s

Becoming is a new podcast where we explore the age-old question of “Who do you want to be when you grow up?”. As children, some of us had crystal clear...

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Becoming is a new podcast where we explore the age-old question of “Who do you want to be when you grow up?”. As children, some of us had crystal clear ideas of what our future would look like. Others opted to go with the flow. Whatever our experiences, they’ve all influenced who we are and the path that we are on today. Through this podcast, you’ll get a glimpse at the paths and lives of some really interesting people, and the journey they are on.
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