Episodes 116
Avg. Duration 1h 5m
Activity Sporadic
Since Dec 2019
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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A podcast about passion and everyday applications! Began as "First Up", a radio show on community radio station 93.3 CFMU-FM in December 2019. It has since evolved into an interview-focused podcast, broadening from emerging (and sometimes established) musical artists to the general world of creatives and quirky individuals with a story to share...about their area(s) of interest. Hosted by me, Jomar Quilatan.

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#51 | Nick Vassos / More Than Catch Phrases

Apr 20, 2026 54m

Local (Toronto/GTA) talent is always such a thrill to encounter!  Case in point: Nick Vassos, whose broadcasting versatility comes through not only in improv, sports or sports comedy, but also in all…

#50 | Kata Valdepena / Time for the Creative

Apr 06, 2026 2h 43m

Virtually taking the podcast to Lexington, KY to get to better know the creative behind Against The Grain: Kata Valdepena, wedding photographer, content creator, owner of a 1984 Mercedes currently…

#49 | Cass (midmodcass) / Rock the Hip in Mid Mod

Jul 14, 2025 1h 15m

This episode is the first ever where I go on location to visit Cass (@midmodacss) & company at their gorgeous mid-century home!  Video link coming out soon.In the meantime, a few shoutouts as…

#48 | Sienna Leone / How Persistence and Media Correspondence Go a Long Way

Mar 31, 2025 1h 19m

We're deep into awards season, and who better (aside from the stars) to chat with than someone close to all the action?  In this episode, we're interviewing the celebrity interviewer in Sienna Leone,…

#47 | Janette Voski / Passion and Historic Elegance, Personified

Jul 22, 2024 1h 6m

Classic cars, classic styles - it's all in the classic experience!   In this episode, I chat with Janette Voski, author of a self-published poetry book called "Chrome", filled with written,…

#46 | stereoruss / Late Afternoons and Deep Pockets

Jun 10, 2024 1h 2m

Back in CFMU land with a fellow volunteer, Russ Piva!  Known as stereoruss on socials and his show, Inside The Music, and (just) Russ in his band, The Tisdale, we sat down in the production room for…

#45 | Darren McKee / Challenging Intelligence

Feb 26, 2024 44m

A chat about AI!  What is it?  How is it impacting us?  How should we react to it?  In this episode, we chat with Darren McKee (host on The Reality Check podcast) whose newest publication,…

[deprecated] Episode 44 (as Episode 63 on "First Up")

Jul 03, 2023 1h 12m Bonus

Chatting with Toronto-based singer-songwriter Ian Arden about his latest EP, "Songs For Rebecca", and our collective views on the world today.

#44 | Ian Arden / (Re) Views of Today

Jul 03, 2023 1h 9m

This episode was originally aired as E63 under "First Up" - original episode (as bonus content) here.Original release date: July 3, 2023

[deprecated] Episode 43 (as Episode 62 on "First Up")

Jun 19, 2023 36m Bonus

Chatting with Canadian singer-songwriter Emma Cook in advance (at time of original release) of a show in Hamilton.

#43 | Emma Cook / Life's Funny Ways

Jun 19, 2023 35m

This episode was originally aired as E62 under "First Up" - original episode (as bonus content) here.Original release date: June 19, 2023

[deprecated] Episode 42 (as Episode 61 on "First Up")

May 29, 2023 22m Bonus

Chatting with John Barrett (Bass Drum of Death) on the band and their latest release, Say I Won't.

#42 | John Barrett (Bass Drum Of Death)

May 29, 2023 22m

This episode was originally aired as E61 under "First Up" - full episode (as bonus content) here.Original release date: May 29, 2023Alternate episode title: "Early Summer Kickoff"

April 3, 2023 Aircheck (First Up Episode #60)

Apr 03, 2023 57m Bonus

Chatting with Hamilton's own Ariana Fig about her music - particularly her latest EP, Maroon - and leading off with a set of mostly "unusual" time signatures.--Full details and episode addenda can be…

#41 | Ariana Fig

Apr 03, 2023 53m

This episode was originally aired as E60 under "First Up" - full episode (as bonus content) here.Original release date: April 3, 2023Alternate episode title: "Taking a Little More than Just Five"

March 27, 2023 Aircheck (First Up Episode #59)

Mar 27, 2023 1h 11m Bonus

Revisiting the highlights of one of my favourite conversations on the show, somewhat as part of the show's 3rd anniversary celebrations...with Lauren Howe!--Full details and episode addenda can be…

March 20, 2023 Aircheck (First Up Episode #58)

Mar 20, 2023 1h 16m Bonus

A chat with (now 2x JUNO award-winner!) Caity Gyorgy on her award-winning album, Featuring, as well as her other recent endeavours, what's ahead...and certain annoying e-mail requests.--Full details…

#40 | Caity Gyorgy / How It All Ties Back to High School Music

Mar 20, 2023 1h 4m

This episode was originally aired as E58 under "First Up" - full episode (as bonus content) here.Original release date: March 20, 2023

March 6, 2023 Aircheck (First Up Episode #57)

Mar 06, 2023 39m Bonus

Special episode filled with music and a little bit about CFMU an First Up - consider it your First Up "litmus test".  Please consider supporting CFMU at https://cfmu.ca/fundraising.--Full details and…

February 27, 2023 Aircheck (First Up Episode #56)

Feb 27, 2023 1h 13m Bonus

Another full-length feature - this time with musician Kees Gootjes, just on the way back to Holland after a visit to Hamilton...and, of course, to his stomping grounds that is McMaster University…

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