
One Small Studio to a Nation of Sound: Remembering the Impact of Algonquin Radio
By Quinn O'Malley For more than half a century, the Algonquin College Radio Broadcasting Program wasn't just a place to learn; it was a life force. It was a community, a boot camp, and a launchpad that has rocketed thousands of voices soaring across Canada and beyond. CKDJ 107.9 FM and AIR AM 1700 are more than just ra...
Nov 06, 2025

The Broke & Brilliant: 10+ Thoughtful Gifts for College Students Under $25
By Quinn O'Malley It's December, and your bank account is giving you the side-eye. You want to be generous, but buying gifts without draining your tuition fund feels impossible. Forget going broke. We've got the ultimate strategy for finding genuinely thoughtful, high-quality gifts that fit a ramen-level budget. Ready ...
Dec 10, 2025

Why We Keep Going Back: The Timeless Magic of Back to the Future
By Lukas Auer Few films manage to capture lightning in a bottle-Back to the Future didn't just capture it, it strapped it to a DeLorean, hit 88 miles per hour, and left flaming tire tracks across pop-culture history. Today, nearly four decades after its 1985 debut, the trilogy remains one of the most beloved sci-fi adv...
Dec 04, 2025

Exploring the Epic Crossover: Dust & Echoes - A Unique Audio Drama Experience
By Aman Bhat Dust & Echoes is an audio drama adaptation of the popular fanfiction crossover of the same name, written by xTrestwhox. The story uniquely and entertainingly crosses the universes of Halo and RWBY. Set during the earlier years of the Covenant's War of Annihilation against humanity, the United Nations S...
Dec 04, 2025

Will Make and Will Eat
By Will G WHO LOVES FOOD!! I'm excited to share that I'm kicking off a new adventure with my series, "Will Make and Will Eat," where I'll be making meals, talking about food, sharing life experiences, and then, of course, eating! For my pilot post, I decided to make a simple yet delicious dish: Chicken and Ve...
Dec 04, 2025

Unlocking Common Sense: An In-Depth Review of the "Sincerely, Stupid" Podcast for College Students
By Quinn O'Malley In today's fast-paced college environment, where information is abundant but clarity is often lacking, meaningful conversations are essential. That's where my podcast, Sincerely, Stupid, comes in. This podcast blends honest dialogue with critical analysis, challenging students to confront the disconne...
Dec 03, 2025

Neon Ghosthouse
By Henry Allen Neon Ghosthouse are one of Ottawa's hottest young bands and a CKDJ staple. October was a great month for fans of the alt-rock quintet as the band released their long-anticipated EP "The Big Words That Make Us Feel Small" on October 11th. The next night, the band played a triumphant show at Hous...
Dec 06, 2024

Climate Change
By Quinn O'Malley Why is it still a problem, and what are people doing about it? Climate Change continues to be an issue that floats under the radar of our everyday lives. Whether out of fear, laziness, or lack of knowledge, everyone has been guilty of neglecting to take action on this serious issue at one point or ano...
Dec 04, 2024

Algonquin Wolves Basketball
By Noah Prudhomme The Algonquin men's college basketball team is on an absolute high right now, sitting third in the OCAA. The program has completely turned around from last year when it sat near the bottom of the standings. The men's basketball team has been steady throughout the season, continuing to dominate. If you...
Dec 03, 2024

Campus Parking Tickets
By Dale Meikle As an Algonquin Student and a host on CKDJ living off campus, I heavily rely on my car as my means of transportation to and from school; however because of that I have to pay daily for parking. Parking at Algonquin College varies from lot to lot but I am no stranger to parking in lot 8. For a little back...
Dec 03, 2024





