Becoming
Becoming is a podcast hosted by Catherine Tang that explores 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.
Episodes
35 episodes
033 Becoming Bob Crawford
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+...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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39:53
032 Becoming Christopher Ng
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...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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39:47
031 Becoming Aba Mortley
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 Tan...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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31:12
030 Becoming Bhavana Varma
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...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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39:33
029 Becoming Paul Sokoloff
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 t...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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028 Becoming Xiaobing Shen
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. I...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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29:06
027 Becoming Elizabeth Lamont
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 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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31:59
026 Becoming Evan Mitchell
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...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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40:20
025 Becoming Dr. Kieran Moore
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, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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35:58
024 Becoming Laura Carter
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 ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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42:13
023 Becoming Stephanie Wu
Stephanie Wu is someone who is familiar with pivots. A marketer by day, and a musician by night, Stephanie is living proof that you can pursue your dreams if you make the most of every opportunity you're given. In Episode 23 of Becoming, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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29:29
022 Becoming Alicea Easthope-Frazer
Growing up, Alicea Easthope-Frazer loved both science and the arts. In college, she found her niche in Environmental Science, and today she's the Operations Manager for Aquaya - a non-profit dedicated to improving water and sanitation access in...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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39:43
021 Becoming Danielle Folkerts
If you've ever seen a vibrant, hand-painted window installation in Kingston, Ontario, you've likely witnessed a creation by Danielle Folkerts. Danielle is the artist behind @thetravellingartisan, and the guest for this season opener.Rec...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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42:36
Season 3 Trailer
It's been a while, but Season 3 of Becoming is launching on March 1! Listen in as host Catherine Tang talks with her guests about their childhood aspirations and their journeys, as well as how the pandemic has affected their lives ...
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Season 3
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1:12
020 Becoming Wendy Liu
In 2010, Wendy Liu posted her very first video online. Now, 10 years later, she is best known as @withwendy, and has a thriving Youtube channel where she makes clothes and shows others how they can do it themselves! In this episode of Becoming,...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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39:30
019 Becoming Madeline Wu
Throughout her life, Madeline Wu has been fueled both by a deep pragmatism and practicality as well as a strong desire to see injustice and inequalities righted. She's found a marriage of those two ideals in her current role as a Mission Invest...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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33:53
018 Becoming Brad Walker
For over 30 years now, Brad Walker has been behind the wheel for UPS, and he's got a wealth of stories about what people will (or won't) do for their packages to show for it. In this episode of Becoming, Brad gives host Catherine Tang a glimpse...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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38:17
017 Becoming Maddee Linton
Maddee Linton is an interior designer based here in Kingston. By day, she works for local architectural firm Alexander Wilson, but she also has her own business - Maddee Rose Design. In Episode 17 of Becoming, Maddee chats with host Catherine T...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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35:13
016 Becoming Julie Fossitt
There are many things that make a city great, but what Julie Fossitt is most passionate about is seeing arts and culture flourish in our community. For Episode 16 of Becoming, host Catherine Tang talks to Julie - the Manager of Marketing for Cu...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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34:29
015 Becoming Cici Banks
Growing up, coming together for a meal was an integral part of life for Cici Banks. And after working in the food industry for a few years, she decided it was time to go to culinary school. In this episode of Becoming, host Catherine Tang chats...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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37:36
014 Becoming Laura Southall
Laura Southall is not shy when it comes to talking about finances. From lending money to neighbourhood kids (with interest) to buying rental properties and becoming a financial advisor, Laura has made it her mission to make money work for her. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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40:26
013 Becoming Yan and Wei Sim
It couldn't have been easy growing up in a home where four children were being homeschooled simultaneously and the piano was played for an average of 8 hours a day. And yet, it was this environment that prepared Yan and Wei Sim for the lives th...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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40:58
012 Becoming Rose LaBreche
Everyone has the same amount of time to work with in a week, but some people manage to fit a whole lot more into those same 168 hours. Rose LaBreche is one of those people. Not only does Rose manage an active job in public service, she's also a...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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25:58
011 Becoming Melissa Eapen
To kick off Season 2 of Becoming, host Catherine Tang sat down with Melissa Eapen to talk about escape rooms, being a young woman in business, and going all in with your dreams. Melissa is one of the co-founders of Kingston's original escape ro...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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29:46