Them Fatale

It is with a heavy heart that I report that tomorrow will be the final episode of Them Fatale on CJSW. Many factors have played into this heart-wrenching decision.

Them Fatale has been an incredible opportunity for me as an Indigiq***r artist to share thoughts, feels, music, and art with my community and beyond. I’ve grown so much and have had the privilege of conversations with wonderful listeners and fellow qu**rs.

Unfortunately, with today’s climate of vocal hate against the 2SLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities, this hate has not dodged my radio program. I’ve experienced harassment from voicing concern and reinforcing the importance of community connection while navigating this chaos. While I know that not all listeners were hateful, as the positive listeners have reinforced the love and support in much larger numbers than the haters, I don’t feel safe to continue this program when I do not feel protected by the station when hate is thrown my way.

Hate and harm are escalating in our city. We desperately need the help of our neighbours and self-identified ‘allies’ to combat this vitriol.

Thank you so much to each and every person who has engaged in conversation with me, who has come on the show for an interview or live session, and who has been active ears since I first started my program Them Fatale on CJSW in September 2020.

If you want to keep up with me and my work, you can reach me at www.cinicstudio.com or on instagram at

Stay Safe,

Blake McLeod
(they/them)
Host of Them Fatale

It’s that time of year again - Funding Drive is UPON US!

Tune in all week starting today until next Friday the 28th to join in with that Funding Drive hype. It’s truly an inspiration that CJSW is brought to you by the countless volunteer hours, a small but mighty team of staff, and this vital time of year - Funding Drive!

Radio has been such an incredible gift in my world. This opportunity of connection and celebrating creation from many makers has been a highlight for the last two years that I’ve had the privilege of being on air.

As a THANK YOU for the support there is a variety of gorgeous station merch designed by local wonders , but there are also show specific incentives that you could be the lucky owner of.

This year, Them Fatale is graciously supported by a few local businesses with some wicked swag! Items from , , , have been generously donated - as well as some q***r goods from my art studio .

How do you get your hands on these? Tune into the program on Tuesday October 25th and call 403-220-5000 or donate online at cjsw.com/donate. Make sure to note in the comments the amount you’d like to direct to Them Fatale.

Thank YOU dear listener - it’s because of your support that we’re able to keep the lights on and the chaos broadcasting 365 days a year.



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Tomorrow! Live in studio: MOURAINE

“Born in Khartoum Sudan, raised up in Edmonton Canada, and destined for stages around the world - Mouraine is quickly becoming a staple in Canadian Hip Hop and beyond.

His story bears resemblance to the humble underdog that we all want to see win. When Mouraine immigrated to Canada at the age of ten, he and his mother and siblings were seeking asylum from his birth country. Unable to speak a word of English, he turned to watching hip hop music videos that ultimately became his teacher and solace. Finding himself deeply inspired by the way his favourite rappers could energize and demand the attention of a crowd, Mouraine began writing and recording music.

He wrote and performed with his two younger brothers as The Overachievers before making his solo debut in 2017 with his mixtape Cold Mornings 2. This opened the floodgates leading to several more singles released over the past few years, and sharing stages with the likes of Mac Miller, J.Cole, T-Pain, Big Sean, Pusha T, Classified and many others.”*

Tune in live on CJSW 90.9FM or CJSW.com to hear this session! Alternatively, listen later in podcast land. ✨

This is one you won’t want to miss!

*from Mouraine.com