The Kingstonian Podcast

Author: Dave Cunningham

THE KINGSTONIAN is a program that profiles individuals who are passionate about what they do for a living, about what organization they belong to, or, simply passionate about the community they are a part of. Hosted by Dave Cunningham.
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Tom Mawhinney - Busking, Choirs, and Community
Episode 10
Saturday, 21 March, 2026

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Kingstonian Podcast, Dave speaks with a Kingston-area musician, Tom Mawhinney - songwriter, and community builder - whose journey began at Queen’s University in Kingston, in the early 1970s.Over the decades, he has released six albums for adult listeners and three children’s albums, written more than 30 songs for choirs. The conversation explores:Early musical influences and songwritingHis 1992 cross-Canada busking tourHis transition into writing for and working with choirsA parallel career as a clinical psychologist working with youthHis work in farming, environmental stewardship, and community projectsThe episode also touches on his newest release, “Living This Day,” and his continuing tradition of house concerts that bring music directly to audiences. Read more about his story by connecting to https://www.tmawhinney.ca Our theme music is “Stasis Oasis”, by Tim AylesworthFollow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram, & Threads Send comments & suggestions to thekingstonianpodcast@gmail.com Episodes also air weekly on CJAI at 101.3fm (Tue. at 4pm)