Best Glass Education Exchange Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 82 - Alix Adrien - Quebec Board of Black Educators, Diversity and Inclusivity in the Education System, and More 34:43

2M ago34:43

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In this episode, Dan chats with Alix Adrien, a lifelong educator and President of the Quebec Board of Black Educators (QBBE), a nonprofit education and research institution committed to raising awareness on educational bias, as well as providing academic support and opportunities to communities of colour. Dan chats with Alix about his journey and e…

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Episode 81 - Barbara Reid - Family Literacy Day 19:43

4M ago19:43

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Join Dan Laxer and award-winning author and illustrator Barbara Reid in a special Family Literacy episode of the What’s Literacy? podcast. Together, they discuss the importance of learning together as a family, how to foster a love of reading in young children, and so much more. Tune in today and unlock the power of family literacy! Barbara's websi…

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Episode 80 - Elizabeth Robinson from ABC Life Literacy Canada - Financial Literacy Month 18:32

7M ago18:32

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In the latest episode of What’s Literacy?, we have a new podcast host taking the mic! Dan Laxer is a writer with several years' experience in broadcast media and print journalism. He currently covers the west end for The Suburban, and teaches media and podcasting to elementary school students. Dan interviews Elizabeth Robinson from ABC Life Literac…

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Episode 79 - Brigid Hayes - International Literacy Day 46:10

9M ago46:10

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Today's episode is dedicated to International Literacy Day, which is observed annually on September 8th around the world. This day serves as a reminder for policymakers, practitioners, and the public about the crucial significance of literacy in building a more just, peaceful, and sustainable society. In this episode, Wendy Seys, president of LQ’s …

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Kimberly and Britt: Seeing and Listening Beyond Dystopia 1:30:23

1y ago1:30:23

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Are dystopian readings of your work fair or are they missing something more complex? What is the role of grossness in your work? And what do you consider to be the difference between seeing and listening? Artists Kimberly Thomas and Britt Ransom join in a discussion on invention, speculative (non-)fiction, intuition, and thought walks. “As a human …

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Episode 78 - Enza Ciampanelli, Mie Cook, and Malena Maguiña from The Learning Exchange- Working with Adult Learners 22:12

1y ago22:12

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Welcome to Episode 1 of season 12! Today’s episode is in honour of Adult Learners’ Week, which takes place every year during the first week of April. Adult Learners' Week recognizes the perseverance and achievements of adult learners who may be returning to school or learning a new skill, while juggling other commitments. To celebrate, Jessica spea…

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Episode 77 - Greg Birkett - Black Canadian History - Black History Month 30:34

1+ y ago30:34

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Greg Birkett is an Ontario-based educational consultant, award-winning educator, author, playwright and slam poet. He is the co-presenter and co-developer of See Us, Learn Us: Teaching the Black Canadian Experience, a nationwide webinar for educators and education stakeholders in partnership with Nelson Education. He has appeared on City TV News an…

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Episode 76 - Kristin Dmytriw - Centre for Family Literacy 20:14

1+ y ago20:14

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Kristin Dmytriw is the Director of Programs and Training at Centre for Family Literacy in Edmonton, Alberta, where she facilitates and adapts programs to meet the needs of families, and helps build capacity in communities by offering training and resources. In this episode, Laura speaks with Kristin to learn more about what the Centre for Family Li…

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Episode 75 - Cyndi Owen - Boundaries and Self-Care 37:37

1+ y ago37:37

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Cyndi Owen is a social worker, and has worked in the Public Health and Social Services field for about 15 years. Throughout her career, she has garnered comprehensive knowledge on the topic of boundaries and self-care. In this episode, Jessica speaks with Cyndi about why boundaries and self-care are important in maintaining better mental health, as…

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Victoria and Dyani: Beads, (Re)writing, and Relations 1:15:48

1+ y ago1:15:48

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What is the significance of adornment relative to your work? How do the many functions of jewelry — as a collection, as a resource, or as an aspect of cultural participation — resonate with the kinds of work you create? Artists Victoria Ahmadizadeh Melendez and Dyani White Hawk join in a discussion on untold histories, their artistic process, and t…

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Episode 74 - Nadia L. Hohn - Windows, Mirrors, and Sliding Glass Doors 32:27

1+ y ago32:27

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Nadia L. Hohn is an award-winning author, children’s educator, and activist. In this episode, Jessica chats with Nadia about the importance of representation, diversity, and inclusion in children’s literature. Nadia’s website: https://www.nadialhohn.com/ Nadia’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nadialhohnauthor Orca Books (independently-ow…

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Episode 73 - Matthew Johnson - Media Literacy 37:14

1+ y ago37:14

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Matthew Johnson Director of Education from Media Smarts joins Niamh to talk about Media Literacy Week. Media Literacy Week - October 23rd - 27th "Media Literacy Week is an annual event promoting digital media literacy across Canada, taking place each October. Schools, libraries, museums and community groups organize events and activities throughout…

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Episode 72 - Jael Richardson - Author and FOLD Founder 29:55

1+ y ago29:55

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Literacy Quebec team member, Jessica Leahy interviews Jael Richardson. Jael Richardson bio: Jael Richardson is the author of three books: The Stone Thrower: A Daughter’s Lesson, a Father’s Life (also adapted into a children’s book), Gutter Child, and Because You Are. She also founded and serves as the executive director of the FOLD, the Festival of…

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Episode 71 - Heidi Rubin - Inclusive spaces 31:46

2y ago31:46

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Heidi Rubin bio: With 25 years in the industry behind them, Heidi opened Infinity Movement with the mission of creating brave and inclusive space and building strength and resilience in the fitness world, one #rainbrojock at a time! Infinity Movement: https://www.infinitymovement.ca/ More on inclusivity: Tips to Creating Inclusive Spaces from Loyol…

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Episode 70 - Roen Higgins performs 12:19

2y ago12:19

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Roen's bio from www.roenhiggins.com: An award-winning Poet, Youth Educator, Inspirational Speaker, and Impact Coach. Her mission is to Elevate her audience with key life skills; such as resiliency, leadership, creative literacy, self-care & community well-being. What’s Literacy episode 57: Creating and Building a Life of Learning with Roen Higgins …

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Episode 69 - David A. Robertson - Canadian author and public speaker - Land Acknowledgements - Indigenous authors 31:06

2y ago31:06

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Niamh talks with David about his work as an author and public speakerand how working with children and educators has enriched these roles. They alsospeak about land acknowledgements and how this relatively new practice can beas meaningful as possible. David A. Robertson (he, him, his) was the 2021 recipient of theWriters’ Union of Canada Freedom to…

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Reframing Antiquity: Ways of Knowing and Being 1:27:14

2y ago1:27:14

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What is the significance of reinvestigating and recreating historic processes? Artist Raghvi Bhatia and historian of science Dr. Marvin Bolt discuss alternative histories of the telescope, the concept of loanwords and “loancraft” objects, and the critical value of embodied knowledge. “The context is always there. It's always in the roots. And — in …

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Episode 68 - Liz Wheeler - Co-Founder of SecondhandStories.ca - NPO & Animal Microsanctuary 30:22

2y ago30:22

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Liz Wheeler is the co-founder non-profit and micro animal sanctuary Secondhand Stories (https://www.secondhandstories.ca), based in Lombardy, ON. In this episode of What's Literacy? Jeff talks to Liz about her resident sanctuary rescue chickens, how books are helping raise the funds needed to care for the animals, how and why she got started, and h…

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Episode 67 - Greg Birkett - Slam Poetry - Poetry Month 34:50

2y ago34:50

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Greg Birkett, Educator, Writer, Slam Poet, Producer and Educational Consultant chats with Niamh about slam poetry for Poetry Month. Their conversation flows between education, poetry, performance, Black history, the Black Canadian experience, teaching resources and methodology. Gregory Birkett, OCT, is an educator with the Toronto District School B…

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Episode 66 - Jonathan Bécotte & Jonathan Kaplansky - Author & Translator of "Like A Hurricane" or "Comme un ouragan" 25:07

2y ago25:07

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Literacy Québec director Margo Legault interviews award-winning author Jonathan Bécotte and accomplished translator Jonathan Kaplansky and talks about one of M. Bécotte's recent books; "Like a Hurricane" (Comme un ouragan), its significance as a resource for youth struggling with discovering, accepting, and being their true selves, as well as the i…

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Episode 65 - Education via Hip Hop & The Headucatorz - RFTLOI Conference - Toronto 2023 30:53

2y ago30:53

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Niamh sits down with Headucatorz for a chat about Hip Hop at the Reading For The Love Of It conference in Toronto. Hip Hop Headucatorz are a group of Ontario Teachers who believe in the use of Hip Hop culture to inspire and engage students.The Headucatorz are made up of DJs, producers, emcees, breakers, and graffiti artists who are active educators…

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Migration, Boundaries and Belonging: Oppositional Histories on Glass and Race 57:15

2+ y ago57:15

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What does it mean to learn, think with, and remember the Middle Passage? Artist KING COBRA and Dr. Kerry Sinanan discuss contemporary and historic glass, the violence of consumption, and the transatlantic slave trade. “Art, craft, glassmaking: we need multiple points of reconnection to these deliberately obscured and submerged memories. I'm in a st…

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Episode 64 - Black History Month - BCRC Montreal 27:37

2+ y ago27:37

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Jeff interviews John Davids, research coordinator at the Black Community Resource Center (BCRC) in Montreal about their work and research in Quebec. Established in 1995, their mandate is to provide and implement professional innovative support services to individuals, communities, para-public and public organizations. They also develop and run heal…

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Episode 63 - Family Literacy Series - ABC Life Literacy 25:44

2+ y ago25:44

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Niamh interviews Ellie Tamura from ABC Life Literacy Canada in this Family Literacy themed episode. Event highlight - A Conversation with Jeremy Fisher Wednesday, January 25 at noon EST via Zoom Jeremy joins us again to discuss his work making music for young listeners, families, and everyone alike! Concert with Jeremy Fisher - Available to watch o…

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Episode 62 - Family Literacy Series - Jeremy Fisher Part 2 20:08

2+ y ago20:08

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FAMILY LITERACY SERIES Jaimie and Laura sit with Jeremy Fisher again as part of our Family Literacy series. About Jeremy: Jeremy Fisher is a three-time JUNO-nominated singer-songwriter based in Ottawa, Ontario. He has released 6 studio albums and his music has been featured on radio, in film, commercials, and as main title TV themes. His latest ven…

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Episode 61 - Family Literacy Series - Jeremy Fisher Part 1 32:04

2+ y ago32:04

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FAMILY LITERACY SERIES Jaimie and Laura sit with Jeremy Fisher as part of our Family Literacy series. About Jeremy: Jeremy Fisher is a three-time JUNO-nominated singer-songwriter based in Ottawa, Ontario. He has released 6 studio albums and his music has been featured on radio, in film, commercials, and as main title TV themes. His latest venture, …

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Episode 60 - Jeff speaks to Martin Silverstone - current editor of the Atlantic Salmon Journal, in his first ever What's Literacy? interview 22:41

2+ y ago22:41

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Welcome to Season 10 Episode 3 of What's Literacy? by Literacy Quebec! In today's episode, Jeff interviews Martin Silverstone, editor-at-large of the Atlantic Salmon Journal. Already acquainted through their time playing for the Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue Rugby Football Club, Jeff digs into Martin's childhood, his love of reading and writing, and his …

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Kinship in Collective & Collaborative Practices: Shifting Studio Glass Histories 1:29:02

2+ y ago1:29:02

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How can nurturing kinship shift the present, history, and future of studio glass? Artists Cedric Mitchell and Corey Pemberton, representing the Better Together events series for Black and Brown makers, join in conversation with citizen artist vanessa german and discuss your questions. "Not everybody is returning the circle. Not every glassblower yo…

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Welcome! (What is the GEEX Talks Q&A Podcast?) 4:11

2+ y ago4:11

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With the support of the Center for Craft, GEEX (the Glass Education Exchange) is proud to launch the first season of the GEEX Talks Q&A Podcast: “Expanded Glass Histories.” Each episode will offer a conversation between glass artists and researchers paired around one of the three themes to expand glass craft histories beyond the American Studio Gla…

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Episode 59 - New Podcast hosts Niamh Devaney and Jeff Taylor are introduced with help from Jaimie Cudmore 18:05

2+ y ago18:05

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Welcome to Season 10 Episode 2 of What's Literacy? by Literacy Quebec! In today's episode, Jaimie introduces the Podcast’s new hosts Jeff Taylor and Niamh Devaney. Niamh and Jeff talk a little bit about their backgrounds and plans for upcoming episodes, as well as what listeners can expect vis-a-vis changes to the format and structure of the podcas…

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Episode 58 - Quebec Elections 2022 & Special Announcement 24:29

2+ y ago24:29

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Welcome to Season 10 Episode 1 of What's Literacy? by Literacy Quebec! In today's episode, we say goodbye to our dear friend and co-host, Chris Shee. Good luck Chris on your new adventures! You will be missed. With the Quebec provincial election coming up on October 3, 2020, we talk civic literacy. Our new co-host Niamh sits down with Apathy is Bor…

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Episode 57 - Creativity and building a life of learning with Roen Higgins and Linda Sparks! 51:20

3y ago51:20

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Welcome to Season 9 Episode 5 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! In today's episode, Jaimie sits down with Linda Sparks, who started her journalism career writing articles for the Aylmer Bulletin and the West Quebec Post, including her own weekly column entitled the Faces of West Quebec. Linda also worked in the film industry…

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Episode 56 - Talking Community Literacy & Financial Health with PennyDrops & Council for Anglophone Magdalen Islanders 55:30

3y ago55:30

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Welcome to Season 9 Episode 4 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! In today's episode, Jaimie catches up with Trevor Donovan, Chief Growth Officer, National Team from PennyDrops, a student-run organization to talk about their mission of helping Canadian youth make informed decisions with their finances; "PennyDrops is paving th…

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Episode 55 - Celebrating Adult Learners with Lost for Words 1:00:28

3y ago1:00:28

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Welcome to Season 9 Episode 3 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! In today's episode, we celebrate Adult Learners with special guests from Lost For Words, a 3 episode series on SBS in Australia. The show follows amazing adult students on an intensive literacy course with host Jay Laga'aia, and literacy experts Joanne Medlin & …

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Episode 54 - Celebrating International Women's Day & Storytelling Day 1:01:06

3y ago1:01:06

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Welcome to Season 9 Episode 2 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! In today's episode, we are celebrating International Women's Day and International Storytelling Day with authors, illustrators, publishers and more!! Today, our guests are: Aisha Boubacar, author and illustrator, who wrote her first book “Crowned in Curls” at 14…

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Episode 53 - Learning About Black History 56:55

3+ y ago56:55

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Welcome to Season 9 Episode a of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! In today's episode, we are celebrating Black History Month by re-sharing two great interviews that still very much resonate. We hear about how Black histories should be added to the curriculum and the steps we can take to broaden our understanding outside of the…

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Episode 52 - Raffi and Family Literacy Day! 51:05

3+ y ago51:05

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Welcome to Season 8 Episode 6 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! In today's episode, we celebrate Family Literacy Day with the one and only Raffi! Family Literacy Day is this Thursday, January 27th, which aims to raise awareness about the importance of reading and engaging in other literacy-related activities as a family, and…

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Episode 51 - Lost For Words Part 2 with Literacy Experts Joanne Medlin & Adam Nobilia 1:12:29

3+ y ago1:12:29

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Welcome to Season 8 Episode 5 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! In today's episode, we continue our focus on the groundbreaking Lost For Words, a 3 episode series on SBS in Australia. The show follows host Jay Laga'aia, literacy experts Joanne Medlin & Adam Nobilia, and brave adult students on an intensive literacy course. T…

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Episode 49 - The power of literacy in your life with the Green Phantom wrestler, Money Matters with ABC Life Literacy & Telehealth Program for Older Adults 1:09:02

3+ y ago1:09:02

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Welcome to Season 8 Episode 3 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! In today’s episode, we explore the theme: the power of your story! So many nuggets of wisdom in this episode from our wonderful guests! We have very distinct guests, but they all speak to building connections and skills to empower yourself throughout life. Guest…

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Episode 48 - Inspiring people through storytelling and civic literacy with MNA Greg Kelley and Suspicious Fish 48:48

3+ y ago48:48

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Welcome to Season 8 Episode 2 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! In today’s episode…. We continue our theme of civic literacy and also talk about how storytelling can help strengthen communities with our special guests: Greg Kelley, MNA (Member of the National Assembly of QC) who has been an advocate of improving access for E…

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Episode 47 - Getting involved in the Municipal Elections through civic literacy with Sterling Downey and Elections Montreal 1:19:07

3+ y ago1:19:07

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Welcome to Season 8 Episode 1 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! In today's episode, we have two very special guests who will share their perspectives and encourage you to head back to the polls on November 6 and 7th; with the federal elections still fresh in our minds, you may be wondering why you should bother with voting i…

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Episode 46 - Election 2021 Special! 31:53

3+ y ago31:53

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Welcome to What's Literacy Got To Do With It? a podcast by Literacy Quebec! In today’s BONUS episode we get ready for the upcoming federal election on September 20th! We are joined by: Janet Mowat, Programs Manager, ABC Life Literacy Canada to discuss ABC's new Voting Toolkit developed with Elections Canada for literacy service practitioners and le…

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Episode 45 - International Literacy Day with UNESCO, Parliamentary Assistant Christopher Skeete, Yamaska Literacy and LQ! 1:46:07

3+ y ago1:46:07

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Welcome to Season 7 Episode 5 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! In today’s HUGE episode we are joined by 8 guests over 4 segments! You heard right! 8 guests who help us celebrate International Literacy Day which is tomorrow the 8th September! Each of our guests take us on their amazing literacy journeys of life long learning…

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Episode 45 - Connecting 3 Generations on Zoom Goose and Taking Risks with TED Circles 1:06:14

4y ago1:06:14

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Welcome to Season 7 Episode 4 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! Over the last year we saw many member organizations quickly adapt their programming online. While there were challenges, our guests today highlight the new found opportunities for connection and lifelong learning that came from adapting their literacy programmin…

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Episode 43 - Spilling the T on Drag Literacy with Uma Gahd ! 49:07

4y ago49:07

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Welcome to Season 7 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! In this episode, Chris Shee is joined by Margo Legault, LQ's Executive Director to speak to everyone's favourite unofficial auntie, drag queen Uma Gahd! Listen to hear our drag lingo quiz, about drag story time, and Uma's fascinating origin story. Watch the video version …

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Episode 42 - Learning to tell your story with Akilah Newton from Big Dreamers and CBC Montreal with Debbie Hynes & Andrea Stanford 1:08:38

4y ago1:08:38

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Welcome to Season 7 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! In this episode, we discuss how to communicate our own stories, the importance of creating accessible resources for youth to learn Canadian Black History, and get some media training to pitch our stories and impact! We also celebrate the winner of this year's Freda Hudson…

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Episode 41 - Part#2 "The Sequel" Family Literacy and the life long bonds telling stories has in families with Dr Denny Taylor 45:48

4y ago45:48

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Join us in this special episode Part#2 "The Sequel" with Dr Denny Taylor for this emotional conversation about Family Literacy and the life long bonds families can create by sharing stories with each one another. Discover how Denny describes how spinning a "caring web" through reading stories to family members, or even if you happen to be low in li…

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Episode 40 - Creating opportunities in conversation with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library & DESTA Black Youth Network! 1:21:27

4y ago1:21:27

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Welcome to Season 7 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec! We start the season off with a bang having conversations with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library & DESTA Black Youth Network! These two organizations are committed to creating opportunity, equality and inclusion through the gift of literacy! We discuss the importance of c…

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Episode 39 - Black history in Canadian education for cultural literacy & How to build a resilient mindset for peak performance 1:02:15

4y ago1:02:15

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Welcome to the 6th episode of season 6 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec. This week's theme is The need to integrate Black history in Canadian education for cultural literacy and how to build a resilient mindset for peak performance. We have two amazing guests on today! First, we have a virtual sit-down with Dr Dorothy Willia…

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Episode 38 - Celebrating Adult Learners & Community Education Week with Dr Denny Taylor Part #1 46:59

4y ago46:59

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Welcome to the 5th episode of season 6 of What's Literacy Got To Do With It? by Literacy Quebec. This week's theme is Celebrating Adult Learners & Community Education Week with Dr. Denny Taylor, champion of Family Literacy! Dr. Denny Taylor is a scholar, author, and activist who introduced the concept of of Family Literacy. Taylor recently gave the…

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