Lauren Spencer Smith returns with new music!

It's been over a year since her stint on American Idol, so what's she been up to? Making music of course! Today I talked to Lauren Spencer Smith about her new single "Back to Friends" and what the future holds for the talented young Vancouver Islander! 

Shanel and Brodie

Click the link to hear about this week's amazing kid!  Today it's doting big brother brother Brodie, who, at 11 years old, already has himself a job! 🤯🤯🤯 I don't know about you, but we were definitely not gainfully employed at 11!  If you know an amazing kid let us know! Share their fantastic…

Sheila's Subway Surprise!

Ever called back an unknown number and ended up live on the radio AND with a $50 gift card? That's exactly what happened to VIU ECE instructor Sheila Grieves this morning! ~Jen and Daryl 

Maree and Peru

This week's awesome kid is Peru!  Nominated by his mom, Maree, this 12 year old "old soul" is a future conservationist in the making! Click the link to hear more <3  If you know an awesome kid then let us know about it! Drop your story in the comments or send it to us through 102.3thewave.com! If…

Ashley and Joshua

This week our nomination comes from Rosanne who took a serious tumble (sledding is dangerous people!) in February that has left her not-so-mobile for the past three months.  Lucky for her, her kids 12 year old Ashley and 8 year old Joshua came to her rescue that day and every day since! Click to l…

April 29 2021 Jami and Iyla

This week we talked to 12-year-old Rotarian, Iyla!  Iyla's mom Jami nominated this exceptional kid because she "embodies this beautiful thought of helping our community. She gives of herself and is an inspiration to so many others."  Click to listen to how this young dynamo is helping make the wo…

Sam and Travis

We talked to Travis and his mom Sam today!  Travis's Nana nominated this 10-year-old future entrepreneur for his tireless help with his younger brothers's schooling,  his mathematical know-how, ability to pen books and business plans in his down-time and for being all-around exceptional - and we'v…

Marcela and Leo

This week we talked to Marcela and her awesome son Leo about how, despite being bullied for it, he spent two years growing his hair out for Wigs for Kids at BC Children's hospital AND raised money to have the wig made! 

The Kids Are Alright

Karmin wrote us a beautiful letter about her daughter Olivia being an amazing example of being your most authentic self. Click to have a listen, but have a hankie nearby because someone is definitely cutting onions in here 😭 If you'd like to submit your own amazing kid for a chance at two WildPla…

An origami swan can go a long way!

Check out listener Crystal and her super cool daughter Grace, our very first spotlight on an amazing Nanaimo kid making the world a brighter place one thoughtful act at a time!  If you know an amazing kid send us their story by submitting it on social media, through text or phone at (250) 756-1023…