Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/scene2iq Scene 2 ScenIQ (S2IQ) is a podcast dedicated to artists who share a passion for the outdoors/nature/the scenic routes. In this season, our host (Deren) interviews musicians, poets, actors and visual artists/artisans © 2026 Deren Atkins 04212e30-73e1-5bc5-85fc-f1c54e9a8392 yes en Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:58:54 -0700 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:59:05 -0700 https://img.transistorcdn.com/y2whp0zcmbz1KjIankigsA4Rwt33oCTkGiVXVaUbhkE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS82ODJj/ZTE4N2RiY2VhMDFl/MmVjNzkyYzQ1NWQ0/OTA0OC5qcGc.jpg episodic Deren Atkins Scene 2 ScenIQ (S2IQ) is a podcast dedicated to artists who share a passion for the outdoors/nature/the scenic routes. In this season, our host (Deren) interviews musicians, poets, actors and visual artists/artisans Scene 2 ScenIQ (S2IQ) is a podcast dedicated to artists who share a passion for the outdoors/nature/the scenic routes. scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure Deren Atkins ride.paddle.repeat@gmail.com No No 18 18 Scene2IQ - Ethan Meyers & Ryan Silver: Let's Get Real! full 12a16afd-7a74-4d70-9d34-7e06d1b2c49d https://share.transistor.fm/s/9b0c2353 In this episode Deren sits down with Ethan and Ryan from the Get Real band and Stoned and Rolling: Two tribute/cover bands with an infectious energy on stage. Ethan and Ryan talk about growing up in Barrie, then finding their voices in music together, as well as share some hilarious stories from gigs they have performed in and their take on the current scene in the tri-cities. 

]]> In this episode Deren sits down with Ethan and Ryan from the Get Real band and Stoned and Rolling: Two tribute/cover bands with an infectious energy on stage. Ethan and Ryan talk about growing up in Barrie, then finding their voices in music together, as well as share some hilarious stories from gigs they have performed in and their take on the current scene in the tri-cities. 

]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:57:00 -0700 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 2924 In this episode Deren sits down with Ethan and Ryan from the Get Real band and Stoned and Rolling: Two tribute/cover bands with an infectious energy on stage. Ethan and Ryan talk about growing up in Barrie, then finding their voices in music together, as well as share some hilarious stories from gigs they have performed in and their take on the current scene in the tri-cities. 

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 17 17 Scene2IQ - Caleb Khuu: Artist in Session full 4fbd5e0b-8638-4ad5-a73c-775f5f15a873 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e0e2daf9 In this episode, Deren chats with local Session Musician, Cabel Khuu.
Around KW, Caleb is known for his amazing guitar playing in multiple styles, his skillful improve, slick lines and ability to rip a solo. He also teaches at the University of Guelph in the Jazz guitar program.
During our conversation, Cabel talks about his early career, inspiration and upcoming projects.

]]> In this episode, Deren chats with local Session Musician, Cabel Khuu.
Around KW, Caleb is known for his amazing guitar playing in multiple styles, his skillful improve, slick lines and ability to rip a solo. He also teaches at the University of Guelph in the Jazz guitar program.
During our conversation, Cabel talks about his early career, inspiration and upcoming projects.

]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0800 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 2922 In this episode, Deren chats with local Session Musician, Cabel Khuu.
Around KW, Caleb is known for his amazing guitar playing in multiple styles, his skillful improve, slick lines and ability to rip a solo. He also teaches at the University of Guelph in the Jazz guitar program.
During our conversation, Cabel talks about his early career, inspiration and upcoming projects.

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 16 16 Scene2IQ - Alyssa DVM: Spilling my Guts full 3388b8b5-7f7b-456b-a441-d20d50c6e96b https://share.transistor.fm/s/14310ce3 In this episode Deren sits down with local musician Alyssa DVM where Alyssa shares pieces from her storytelling process and the background to her musical journey. We discuss song lyrics, collaboration and insights into her tattoos. 

]]> In this episode Deren sits down with local musician Alyssa DVM where Alyssa shares pieces from her storytelling process and the background to her musical journey. We discuss song lyrics, collaboration and insights into her tattoos. 

]]> Tue, 27 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0800 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 3188 In this episode Deren sits down with local musician Alyssa DVM where Alyssa shares pieces from her storytelling process and the background to her musical journey. We discuss song lyrics, collaboration and insights into her tattoos. 

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 15 15 Scene2IQ: Shannon Knelsen - Talking about Podcasting with Olive You full c050e87b-df59-41d0-a2c4-193854fad34c https://share.transistor.fm/s/32b33816 In this episode, host Deren Atkins sits down with Shannon Knelsen, a local podcaster, college Professor and all-around creative to talk about her non-profit organization; Olive Branch Mentorship. Shannon also talks about her rise in podcasting, things she's learned and the interesting people she's met along the way.

]]> In this episode, host Deren Atkins sits down with Shannon Knelsen, a local podcaster, college Professor and all-around creative to talk about her non-profit organization; Olive Branch Mentorship. Shannon also talks about her rise in podcasting, things she's learned and the interesting people she's met along the way.

]]> Tue, 23 Dec 2025 13:11:44 -0800 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 3382 In this episode, host Deren Atkins sits down with Shannon Knelsen, a local podcaster, college Professor and all-around creative to talk about her non-profit organization; Olive Branch Mentorship. Shannon also talks about her rise in podcasting, things she's learned and the interesting people she's met along the way.

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 14 14 Scene2IQ: Gladwyn Badger - Renegade full 372b4ec3-3219-4610-8549-36afbedcdc64 https://share.transistor.fm/s/eff450b3 In this episode of the Scene2IQ podcast, host Deren Atkins interviews with indigenous musician and artist Gladwyn Badger discussing his musical journey, cultural identity, and EP 'Renegade'

]]> In this episode of the Scene2IQ podcast, host Deren Atkins interviews with indigenous musician and artist Gladwyn Badger discussing his musical journey, cultural identity, and EP 'Renegade'

]]> Tue, 18 Nov 2025 13:15:19 -0800 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 2241 In this episode of the Scene2IQ podcast, host Deren Atkins interviews with indigenous musician and artist Gladwyn Badger discussing his musical journey, cultural identity, and EP 'Renegade'

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 13 13 Scene2IQ: Sapling and Sky Studio - Community not Compitetion full 0b1d09b9-2bfd-4105-80a5-a3cd33e8c68e https://share.transistor.fm/s/fadf824d In this episode I talk with the founders of Sapling and Sky Studio - Joshua Pascua and Doran Leung. 
Joshua has been a local musician/teacher/artist for a decade in the Kitchener/Waterloo region and has performed dozens of shows, from main stage at the multi-cultural festival, to on tour in the USA. His infectious energy and voice always gets the crowd moving.
Doran is a accomplished violinist and personal trainer, and has a background in teaching as well. 
Together, they make up the core of Sapling and Sky, a community focused recording studio that is for musicians, by musicians. 
Check them out on their website and socials:
https://www.saplingandsky.ca/
@saplingandsky
@joshuapascuamusic
@doooranl

]]> In this episode I talk with the founders of Sapling and Sky Studio - Joshua Pascua and Doran Leung. 
Joshua has been a local musician/teacher/artist for a decade in the Kitchener/Waterloo region and has performed dozens of shows, from main stage at the multi-cultural festival, to on tour in the USA. His infectious energy and voice always gets the crowd moving.
Doran is a accomplished violinist and personal trainer, and has a background in teaching as well. 
Together, they make up the core of Sapling and Sky, a community focused recording studio that is for musicians, by musicians. 
Check them out on their website and socials:
https://www.saplingandsky.ca/
@saplingandsky
@joshuapascuamusic
@doooranl

]]> Tue, 12 Aug 2025 05:03:34 -0700 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 3504 In this episode I talk with the founders of Sapling and Sky Studio - Joshua Pascua and Doran Leung. 
Joshua has been a local musician/teacher/artist for a decade in the Kitchener/Waterloo region and has performed dozens of shows, from main stage at the multi-cultural festival, to on tour in the USA. His infectious energy and voice always gets the crowd moving.
Doran is a accomplished violinist and personal trainer, and has a background in teaching as well. 
Together, they make up the core of Sapling and Sky, a community focused recording studio that is for musicians, by musicians. 
Check them out on their website and socials:
https://www.saplingandsky.ca/
@saplingandsky
@joshuapascuamusic
@doooranl

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 12 12 Scene2IQ: Kylira - A Passion Project full 89722dcb-55bd-4c1a-afcb-f8b0b58ddee5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/201dcf7d In this episode, Kylira joins me to talk about her passion projects including her singing, harp-playing, getting into the music industry, working with SGI (stonebridge guitar international) and her new studio project in Queubec.

]]> In this episode, Kylira joins me to talk about her passion projects including her singing, harp-playing, getting into the music industry, working with SGI (stonebridge guitar international) and her new studio project in Queubec.

]]> Mon, 23 Jun 2025 14:20:16 -0700 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 2568 In this episode, Kylira joins me to talk about her passion projects including her singing, harp-playing, getting into the music industry, working with SGI (stonebridge guitar international) and her new studio project in Queubec.

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 11 11 Scene2IQ: Sara Geidlinger - Documenting Joy full c67a203f-80b2-429d-9231-ac0ffc620d70 https://share.transistor.fm/s/821bd33a In this episode, Sara Geidlinger joins me to chat about her creative pursuits in film, music and community building.
Her podcasts and documentaries have reached thousands of people within the tricities and beyond. Notably, "Hip-hop Hope" and "The Ref Didn't See It" speak to the impact that music and wrestling have on young people, bringing joy to their lives and fostering a sense of belonging within their local community. 

]]> In this episode, Sara Geidlinger joins me to chat about her creative pursuits in film, music and community building.
Her podcasts and documentaries have reached thousands of people within the tricities and beyond. Notably, "Hip-hop Hope" and "The Ref Didn't See It" speak to the impact that music and wrestling have on young people, bringing joy to their lives and fostering a sense of belonging within their local community. 

]]> Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:19:59 -0700 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 3063 In this episode, Sara Geidlinger joins me to chat about her creative pursuits in film, music and community building.
Her podcasts and documentaries have reached thousands of people within the tricities and beyond. Notably, "Hip-hop Hope" and "The Ref Didn't See It" speak to the impact that music and wrestling have on young people, bringing joy to their lives and fostering a sense of belonging within their local community. 

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 10 10 Scene2IQ: Sam Nabi - Tapestry full 2079e2e1-d708-4e10-a05b-4fae2674f8b4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/51b0452f Sam Nabi is a local hip-hop artist, poet and community activist. If you are in the KW scene, he needs no introduction.
In this episode, Sam talks about his latest and one of his older tracks, both with heartfelt lyrics and an unmistakable message. 
We also talk about what it means to be mixed-race, and the current world climate and the impact art has on all these things.

]]> Sam Nabi is a local hip-hop artist, poet and community activist. If you are in the KW scene, he needs no introduction.
In this episode, Sam talks about his latest and one of his older tracks, both with heartfelt lyrics and an unmistakable message. 
We also talk about what it means to be mixed-race, and the current world climate and the impact art has on all these things.

]]> Mon, 07 Apr 2025 18:03:21 -0700 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 3584 Sam Nabi is a local hip-hop artist, poet and community activist. If you are in the KW scene, he needs no introduction.
In this episode, Sam talks about his latest and one of his older tracks, both with heartfelt lyrics and an unmistakable message. 
We also talk about what it means to be mixed-race, and the current world climate and the impact art has on all these things.

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 9 9 Scene2IQ: Ayesha Ahad - Roses full ca5cbf35-3777-4032-92a7-c2ee7def8112 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8f4be0a0 Ayesha Ahad is an accomplished musician in her own rite, which is amazing considering she's only been performing for a couple of years in KW.
On this episode, Ayesha shares her journey and how she ended up working with Rufus John and the Legacy Showcase through Freedom Marching Project. She also discusses a couple of her songs and the stories behind them.

]]> Ayesha Ahad is an accomplished musician in her own rite, which is amazing considering she's only been performing for a couple of years in KW.
On this episode, Ayesha shares her journey and how she ended up working with Rufus John and the Legacy Showcase through Freedom Marching Project. She also discusses a couple of her songs and the stories behind them.

]]> Mon, 24 Mar 2025 17:23:07 -0700 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 2991 Ayesha Ahad is an accomplished musician in her own rite, which is amazing considering she's only been performing for a couple of years in KW.
On this episode, Ayesha shares her journey and how she ended up working with Rufus John and the Legacy Showcase through Freedom Marching Project. She also discusses a couple of her songs and the stories behind them.

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 8 8 Scene2IQ: Chudear Oyual - Live Off the Floor Book Release & Open Mic full d186ac43-0fef-41b2-aa18-6762452e2314 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ab208086 In this episode, we rebroadcast the live-off-the-floor recording of Chudear's new poetry book release (through survival) and open mic.
Chu reads a selection of her poems, as well as other performances of poetry and music from some talented guest audience members. 

]]> In this episode, we rebroadcast the live-off-the-floor recording of Chudear's new poetry book release (through survival) and open mic.
Chu reads a selection of her poems, as well as other performances of poetry and music from some talented guest audience members. 

]]> Tue, 11 Mar 2025 13:50:25 -0700 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 3185 In this episode, we rebroadcast the live-off-the-floor recording of Chudear's new poetry book release (through survival) and open mic.
Chu reads a selection of her poems, as well as other performances of poetry and music from some talented guest audience members. 

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 7 7 Scene2IQ: Pauline Tolentino - Classroom Chats full 8bcf518a-e6f0-4778-a0d2-8b9abd4225d3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fb3fb50d Pauline Tolentino is taking the Kitchener/Waterloo music scene by storm. Originally from the Philippines and starting her journey as an international student, she has successfully navigated the music scene here and has already had key performances at events such as the first Asian Night Market (put on by the BIA and City of Kitchener, in partnership with Good Co. Production) and many other open mics/restaurants in the tricities. Pretty good for only being in Canada for less than 2 years. 

]]> Pauline Tolentino is taking the Kitchener/Waterloo music scene by storm. Originally from the Philippines and starting her journey as an international student, she has successfully navigated the music scene here and has already had key performances at events such as the first Asian Night Market (put on by the BIA and City of Kitchener, in partnership with Good Co. Production) and many other open mics/restaurants in the tricities. Pretty good for only being in Canada for less than 2 years. 

]]> Mon, 17 Feb 2025 16:11:35 -0800 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 2859 Pauline Tolentino is taking the Kitchener/Waterloo music scene by storm. Originally from the Philippines and starting her journey as an international student, she has successfully navigated the music scene here and has already had key performances at events such as the first Asian Night Market (put on by the BIA and City of Kitchener, in partnership with Good Co. Production) and many other open mics/restaurants in the tricities. Pretty good for only being in Canada for less than 2 years. 

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 6 6 Scene2IQ: Chudear Oyual - The Cult of Art full 2b41fcb5-275b-451f-9cc8-b52982453d17 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d561b5d1 Miss Chu (Chudear @madebychu.o) is a Sudanese artist whose poetry and visual art captivate audiences. Her art helps people connect with their ancestors and her poetry speak to your soul. She is also the founder of some amazing community projects that helped to showcase local artists and venues from the Bipoc community and beyond. I was so grateful for the opportunity to share this conversation with her. Check out her new book of poetry on her Instagram page.  

]]> Miss Chu (Chudear @madebychu.o) is a Sudanese artist whose poetry and visual art captivate audiences. Her art helps people connect with their ancestors and her poetry speak to your soul. She is also the founder of some amazing community projects that helped to showcase local artists and venues from the Bipoc community and beyond. I was so grateful for the opportunity to share this conversation with her. Check out her new book of poetry on her Instagram page.  

]]> Mon, 20 Jan 2025 18:00:51 -0800 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 2540 Miss Chu (Chudear @madebychu.o) is a Sudanese artist whose poetry and visual art captivate audiences. Her art helps people connect with their ancestors and her poetry speak to your soul. She is also the founder of some amazing community projects that helped to showcase local artists and venues from the Bipoc community and beyond. I was so grateful for the opportunity to share this conversation with her. Check out her new book of poetry on her Instagram page.  

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 5 5 Scene2IQ: J-ONE - Why? full a8af3d80-2d75-48ee-a272-cc82a2a30fcd https://share.transistor.fm/s/980706d9 The inspirational J-ONE joins me on this episode to talk all things music therapy. J also shares her journey in the community, moving to KW and some amazing shows she's put on, collaborating with some of KW's greatest talents in the BIPOC community. 

]]> The inspirational J-ONE joins me on this episode to talk all things music therapy. J also shares her journey in the community, moving to KW and some amazing shows she's put on, collaborating with some of KW's greatest talents in the BIPOC community. 

]]> Mon, 25 Nov 2024 18:19:15 -0800 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 2728 The inspirational J-ONE joins me on this episode to talk all things music therapy. J also shares her journey in the community, moving to KW and some amazing shows she's put on, collaborating with some of KW's greatest talents in the BIPOC community. 

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 4 4 Scene2IQ: Anat Hector - Butterfly full 0e86bf87-d87a-4130-81ca-bad5d8082742 https://share.transistor.fm/s/63bbdb1e Anat Hector joins me to talk about her amazing journey of musical inspiration and healing while in the Dominican Republic for 8 years. She also shares her new and unreleased (at the time of publishing this podcast) single, "Butterfly" a beautiful dedication to her spiritual mentor. 

]]> Anat Hector joins me to talk about her amazing journey of musical inspiration and healing while in the Dominican Republic for 8 years. She also shares her new and unreleased (at the time of publishing this podcast) single, "Butterfly" a beautiful dedication to her spiritual mentor. 

]]> Mon, 11 Nov 2024 13:24:44 -0800 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 3465 Anat Hector joins me to talk about her amazing journey of musical inspiration and healing while in the Dominican Republic for 8 years. She also shares her new and unreleased (at the time of publishing this podcast) single, "Butterfly" a beautiful dedication to her spiritual mentor. 

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 3 3 Scene2IQ: Marshall Veroni - Moving Water full af6bbc56-33d2-42fe-8d1b-d9a2e6aedd87 https://share.transistor.fm/s/86717bbc Marshall Veroni stops by and we chat about 3 of his songs, as well as his experiences in the backcountry. Marshall talks about his first experience in rapids/moving water on a river trip and we muse over the creative process as it connects with being in nature.

]]> Marshall Veroni stops by and we chat about 3 of his songs, as well as his experiences in the backcountry. Marshall talks about his first experience in rapids/moving water on a river trip and we muse over the creative process as it connects with being in nature.

]]> Mon, 28 Oct 2024 17:35:36 -0700 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 3482 Marshall Veroni stops by and we chat about 3 of his songs, as well as his experiences in the backcountry. Marshall talks about his first experience in rapids/moving water on a river trip and we muse over the creative process as it connects with being in nature.

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 2 2 Scene2IQ: Juneyt - Turkish Flamenco full b052fee4-e562-4e5e-818c-44f202f6afdc https://share.transistor.fm/s/677021ce Juneyt is a Turkish-born guitar player of many styles. He landed in the Waterloo region over 10 years ago and has taken the scene by storm with his flamenco style, wowing audiences wherever he plays. Behind the talent is a deep soul, and Juenty sits down with Deren to talk about their shared heritage (Deren has Turkish ancestry), his life in Turkey and passion for music, and the hard work he put in to make it where he is today. 

]]> Juneyt is a Turkish-born guitar player of many styles. He landed in the Waterloo region over 10 years ago and has taken the scene by storm with his flamenco style, wowing audiences wherever he plays. Behind the talent is a deep soul, and Juenty sits down with Deren to talk about their shared heritage (Deren has Turkish ancestry), his life in Turkey and passion for music, and the hard work he put in to make it where he is today. 

]]> Sun, 22 Sep 2024 15:59:04 -0700 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 3538 Juneyt is a Turkish-born guitar player of many styles. He landed in the Waterloo region over 10 years ago and has taken the scene by storm with his flamenco style, wowing audiences wherever he plays. Behind the talent is a deep soul, and Juenty sits down with Deren to talk about their shared heritage (Deren has Turkish ancestry), his life in Turkey and passion for music, and the hard work he put in to make it where he is today. 

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No 1 1 Scene2IQ: Rachel Hickey - No "Excuses" full ca263ed2-6d7b-4990-b99e-bf66d1289c9c https://share.transistor.fm/s/c5dd5a8f Rachel Hickey, an up-and-coming Indy-Folk songwriter sits down with Deren to discuss her song lyrics, background in music, family dynamics and passion for the outdoors. 

]]> Rachel Hickey, an up-and-coming Indy-Folk songwriter sits down with Deren to discuss her song lyrics, background in music, family dynamics and passion for the outdoors. 

]]> Sun, 22 Sep 2024 15:53:02 -0700 Deren Atkins Deren Atkins 3039 Rachel Hickey, an up-and-coming Indy-Folk songwriter sits down with Deren to discuss her song lyrics, background in music, family dynamics and passion for the outdoors. 

]]> scene, scenic, music, arts, nature, outdoors, adventure No