The Place of Sound is a radio show/podcast produced by Dr. Vincent Andrisani in the Communication and Media Studies Program at Carleton University. The show explores the idea of ‘place’ through the ears of students, and is part of a broader research and pedagogy project on sonic geographies. www.theplaceofsound.ca
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🎙️ this is episode 114 of The Place of Sound. it explores the Ottawa Trans Library (OTL), a volunteer-run library and community space in Ottawa. the OTL was founded by a Carleton alum, Tara Sypniewski, who recently spoke about this with the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS). as a queer student, I wanted to use this episode to highlight a local queer community space during Pride season and explore what spaces like this can offer beyond their physical location or collection. I visited the Ottawa Trans Library and spoke with volunteers Alice Holland and Serp Rivlow about their experienc
This is episode 113 of the Place of Sound. In this episode, Charlie takes listeners on an audio journey across Prince Edward Island. Through field recordings captured in Charlottetown, North Cape, West Point, and along Confederation Bridge, the episode explores themes of home, belonging, and memory inspired by Anne of Green Gables. Together, these sounds reveal how places can be understood not only through what we see, but through what we hear.
this is the third and last episode in a three-part series all about urbanism. students from Dr. Harris-Brandts' fourth year "theories of urbanism" course were tasked with producing short audio projects highlighting what they saw as important theoretical avenues in urbanism. in this episode, Alexis, Faeza, Haseena, and Krisha explore humanitarian urbanism, focusing on climate-amplified disasters. they start by discussing two earthquakes of similar magnitude that resulted in very different spacial and urban outcomes.
this is the second episode in a three-part series all about urbanism. students from Dr. Harris-Brandts' fourth year "theories of urbanism" course were tasked with producing short audio projects highlighting what they saw as important theoretical avenues in urbanism. in this episode, Dominic, Callum, and Sarah discuss the impacts of mobile urbanism. they cite moving tree-planting camps and trailer park communities as examples of this type of urbanism. additionally, Angela, Gurleen, and Thalia take a closer look at theme park urbanism and the balancing act that is curating experiences without ma
this is the first episode in a three-part series all about urbanism. students from Dr. Harris-Brandts' fourth year "theories of urbanism" course were tasked with producing short audio projects highlighting what they saw as important theoretical avenues in urbanism. in this episode, Julianna, Lauren, and Megan dive into the world of aquatic urbanism, a type of planning and designing that treats water as a permanent part of a city’s infrastructure. the group examines the coastal cities of Colombo (Sri Lanka) and Miami (USA) to explain what does and doesn’t work in regards to aquatic urbanism.
this is episode 109 of The Place of Sound with your host, Charlie (Chloe Rahman). Charlie created a soundscape composition exploring Dow's Lake just before the tulip festival because they were interested in re-discovering the city they've called home their entire life, but haven't explored much. in this episode, you will hear reflections about listening and paying attention to small details in your surroundings, and memories of high school and childhood.
this is episode 108 of The Place of Sound with your host, Charlie (Chloe Rahman). this week's show features work produced by students in the MPAD 4000 Capstone course. you'll hear from Liam Horner, Julia Rhymes, and Hannah Lalonde as they explore the music scene in Ottawa, specifically Electronic Dance Music or EDM, through a conversation with MPAD graduate, DazeyLanes.
tune in to a special transition episode of the place of sound as we pass the mic to a new host. Kateryna Kalynovska has been hosting and producing the show since may 2025, and this episode marks her final time behind the mic. over the past year, she’s brought sharp listening, strong field recording, and a clear point of view to every episode, building new collaborations and following stories through the city with curiosity and care. as Kateryna wraps up her year with the show, we’re excited to welcome Chloe Rahman (Charlie) as the next host and producer. Charlie is a third-year communication a
in this episode, the place of sound steps into carleton’s communications industry night, hosted by the carleton communication society (ccs). recorded on-site, this episode brings together voices from organizers, students, alumni, and career support staff to capture what networking looks and feels like in real time. through short conversations from the room, we hear why ccs created the event, what students are hoping to find as they navigate a broad degree and an uncertain job market, and what alumni and professionals wish they knew when they were in the same position. the result is a snapshot
in this episode, the place of sound continues our exploration of Ottawa through the lens of urbanism and everyday city life. host and producer Kateryna Kalynovska speaks with Dr. Tonya Davidson, associate professor of sociology at carleton university and author of ottawology, about what it means to study Ottawa sociologically and why a “sociological way of seeing” can change how we move through familiar places. together, they discuss how her teaching approaches the city as a classroom, the value of fieldwork and shared experiences in learning, and what she hopes readers notice differently once
in this episode, the place of sound visits the Ottawa Public Library for a meeting of the urbanism book club, hosted by Strong Towns Ottawa. through two conversations recorded at the event, the episode explores how local residents are thinking about transit, housing, infrastructure, and what it means to build a city that is more affordable, sustainable, and livable.
in the first three episodes of 2026, we’re listening back to some of the student work that aired on the place of sound throughout 2025, one project type at a time. today’s episode marks the third and final part of that retrospective series. this episode focuses on audio documentaries. it begins with a brief overview of the format, before revisiting two longer-form pieces that explore what it means to build a life that feels stable, supported, and sustainable — through community, housing, and the realities of place. featured audio documentaries: 🎧 Harris Blake Widdicombe — “The Heart of The Ci
in the first three episodes of 2026, we’re listening back to some of the student work that aired on the place of sound throughout 2025, one project type at a time. this episode marks the second in that three-part retrospective series. today’s episode focuses on soundscape compositions. it begins with a brief overview of what soundscape compositions are and how they’re produced, before revisiting four compositions that aired on the show in 2025. together, these pieces use environmental sound and narration to explore work, the body, routine, and the quiet textures of everyday life. featured comp
in the first three episodes of 2026, we’ll be listening back to some of the student work that aired on the place of sound throughout 2025, one project type at a time. this episode marks the first in that three-part retrospective series. today’s episode focuses on the audio portrait. it begins with a brief overview of what audio portraits are and how they’re produced, before revisiting four audio portraits that aired on the show in 2025. together, these pieces explore ideas of home, memory, migration, and belonging through intimate, voice-driven storytelling. featured audio portraits: 🎙️ McCli
This episode concludes our three-part collaboration with Dr. Ilyan Ferrer and his students. It features a podcast project created by Arden Chan during a social work practicum under Dr. Ferrer’s supervision at the University of Calgary’s Faculty of Social Work. Through dialogue, shared definitions, and lived experience, Arden explores polyamory and consensual non-monogamy, challenging dominant assumptions about relationships, intimacy, and care. The work invites listeners to reflect on communication, consent, and the many ways people form meaningful connections.
This episode continues our three-part collaboration with Carleton University’s School of Social Work. This episode features Autistics Speak, a podcast series created by Lauren Moyer during her social work practicum under the supervision of Dr. Ilyan Ferrer. Through long-form interviews and reflective storytelling, Lauren challenges dominant narratives about autism and centres the lived experiences of autistic individuals. Her work offers a nuanced, thoughtful exploration of voice, identity, and representation.
Episode 98 marks the first in a special three-part collaboration with Carleton University’s School of Social Work. In this feature conversation, host and producer Kateryna Kalynovska sits down with Dr. Ilyan Ferrer to explore how podcasting, audio storytelling, and digital media shape his teaching and his students’ engagement with key issues in social work. Dr. Ferrer reflects on the value of listening, collaboration, and creative practice in the classroom, offering insight into the two student-produced podcast series that will be showcased in the next episodes of The Place of Sound.
tune in for a special episode of audio storytelling, hosted and produced by communication and media studies student Kateryna Kalynovska. this week’s show steps outside the classroom and into Ottawa’s first Felabration—a midsummer celebration of afrobeat, art, and community at Club SAW. you’ll hear: 🎙️ voices from creators, artists, and performers who brought the night to life, 🎧 reflections on legacy, sound, and belonging, 🌍 and the rhythms that transformed an Ottawa art space into a world of its own. together, these sounds explore how community and creativity turn music into memory — and h
tune in for another episode of student-produced audio storytelling, hosted by communication and media studies student Kateryna Kalynovska. this week’s show features three creative works from COMS 4501: digital media production — an audio portrait and two audio documentaries. you’ll hear: 🎙️ Ava Konopliff – “Finding Home Away from Home” 🎧 Avery Smith – “Horne’s Ferry” 🌊 Nimi Oladipupo – “Making Waves on Slater Street” together, these pieces explore the meaning of home in the face of illness, the legacy of a cross-border ferry, and the power of community built around a downtown swimming schoo
tune in for another episode of student-produced audio storytelling, hosted by communication and media studies student Kateryna Kalynovska. this week’s show features three creative works from COMS 4501: digital media production — an audio portrait, a soundscape composition, and an audio documentary. you’ll hear: 🎙️ Sam Millette – “Mother Hen” 🔊 Rosemary Robillard – “Muscle Memory” 🎧 Caitlin Reid – “Harbouring Community” together, these pieces trace themes of family memory, grief and routine, and the resilience of independent bookstores. hit play and discover how carleton students are using s
tune in for another episode of student-produced audio storytelling, hosted by Communication and Media Studies student Kateryna Kalynovska. this episode features three works from COMS 4501: Digital Media Production—an audio portrait, a soundscape composition, and an audio documentary. you’ll hear: 🎙️ Nimi Oladipupo – “Borders and Belonging” 🔊 Calla Lily Barei-Fabris – “The Spaces Between Us” 🎧 Destiny DeJong – “Help for Family” from leaving Iran and creating a new sense of home, to the quiet rhythms of apartment life, to a neighbourhood pet store turned hub for community care: these stories
tune in for another episode of student-produced audio storytelling, hosted by communication and media studies student Kateryna Kalynovska. this episode features three creative works from COMS 4501: digital media production — an audio portrait, a soundscape composition, and an audio documentary. you’ll hear: 🎙️ Abby Stewart – “Audio Portrait of Oma Liz” 🔊 Ava Konopliff – “Nostalgia in Motion” 🎧 Rosemarie Robillard – “Dunrobin Dreams: The Reality of Rural Retirement” together, these pieces explore intergenerational memory, the ache of growing up, and what it really takes to live well outside
tune in for another episode of student-produced audio storytelling, hosted by communication and media studies student Kateryna Kalynovska. this episode features three distinct works created in COMS 4501: Digital Media Production—a soundscape composition and two audio documentaries. you’ll hear: 🔊 Grace McClintock Luft – “Come back?” 🎧 Harris Widdicombe – “The Heart of the City” 🎙️ Keven Boudriau – “ByTowne Cinema” together, these pieces trace emotional disconnection, collective resilience, and the unexpected power of local gathering spaces. hit play and discover how Carleton students are us
tune in to episode 91, hosted and produced by Kateryna Kalynovska, a fourth-year student majoring in media production and design with a minor in communication and media studies. this episode continues our collaboration with the bachelor of media production and design program and features the final two episodes of "the city that fun forgot: Ottawa’s nightlife dilemma" — a podcast series created in the course civic engagement and public institutions ii, taught by professor Caroline O’Neill. you’ll hear: 🎙️ Mackenzie Charbonneau – “last call” 🔊 Habone Omar Hassan – “politics of partying” from c
this is episode 90 of the Place of Sound, and the first in a two-part collaboration with the media production and design program at Carleton University. hosted and produced by Kateryna Kalynovska, a fourth-year student majoring in media production and design and minoring in communication and media studies, this episode brings together journalism, civic engagement, and audio storytelling. you’ll hear the first two episodes of a four-part student podcast series titled The City That Fun Forgot: Ottawa’s Nightlife Dilemma, created in the course MPAD 3003: Civic Engagement and Public Institutions I
