The Canadian experience from two Black Men
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Huddle's Home Office podcast features conversations with New Brunswick and Nova Scotian community leaders and entrepreneurs from their homes– focusing on issues and events that accelerate and enrich the growth of the region’s economy and culture.
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A show dedicated to defining, demystifying, and making the work of Social Enterprises more accessible to the Nova Scotian business community. We learn alongside our listeners by interviewing local entrepreneurs who’ve decided to use business for good, and who value prosperity beyond profit. Nova Scotians who want to shape their businesses to benefit communities, culture, and the environment. Who knows? You may be closer to running a Social Enterprise than you think!
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With Patrick's sweet fruity dreams and Braden's savoury, bacony hot-takes, this podcast takes on provincial and federal politics and social issues from a Nova Scotian perspective, all the while still trying to have some fun.
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In an effort to address the barriers and gaps in care experienced by African Nova Scotian and Urban Indigenous women in Kjipuktuk (Halifax, Nova Scotia), four organizations banded together to provide culturally-specific programming to address the issue of gender-based violence as it appears in these two communities. Inspired by Indigenous customary law and Afrocentricity, these programs aim to address the failures of our inherited colonial systems by connecting women with other members of th ...
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PREP Academy presents, PREP Podcast: Knowledge is Power, a College and University preparation podcast specifically for African Nova Scotian students and parents! Hosted by Founder & Executive Director of PREP Academy, Ashley Hill, alongside Keira Grady, you can expect authentic conversations with African Nova Scotian guests who have lived experience navigating the education system. This podcast was created for the community and by the community and is to be used as a tool to guide students i ...
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Sara, Gabby, and Brianne talk about Nova Scotia things, and probably laugh a lot. There's a good chance Sara and or Brianne comically mispronounce some words. Will there be a full episode on Brianne's car? I sure hope so!
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Introducing the Loyalist Connections Podcast: Step into a world where history comes alive, voices echo through time, and untold narratives find their voice. Welcome to the Loyalist Connections Podcast, where we discover and capture the rich heritage of the African Nova Scotian community and beyond. Hosted by Laurice Downey, and Shawn Smith our passionate duo brings their expertise and dedication to reveal the captivating stories of our ancestors, shedding light on their resourcefulness, resi ...
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Join host Amanda Bostlund around kitchen tables and in community spaces for Elder Voices, a limited-series podcast of stories and ideas from elders, and about elderhood, from within Mi’kmaw, African Nova Scotian, Acadian and Gaelic communities. For those of us in Anglo settler communities who have lost the tradition of elderhood, this is an invitation to listen, learn and remember. For all of us, these voices will offer a window into ways of life that are different from our own. Elder Voices ...
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The Hidden Figures - Music Business on the World stage show is a conversational podcast that features figures from the international music industry that can be described as hidden or behind the scenes. The sole purpose of this show is to uncover the many professions in the music industry around the world that the average person may not have any knowledge of but provide incredible value to the space. Hidden Figures provides options for people of all ages looking to penetrate the music industr ...
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Go deeper into the news and current affair impacting Canada and what it means for Christians trying to make sense of it all with Context Beyond the Headlines podcast. We sit down with people who have first-hand experiences to get their perspectives on how changes to society will affect Canadians and how the church can play a role in walking alongside the most vulnerable. Host Maggie John tackles how faith intersects with everything from abortion, decriminalization of drugs, reconciliation, h ...
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Whether you explore the oceans as a snorkeler, scuba diver, freediver or tech diver, Dive In has something for you. It's filled with diving news, feature interviews with guests from around the world, interesting dive topics, ocean advocacy and more. The podcast is a light-hearted show hosted by avid divers that examines issues relevant to divers and the oceans. Guests on our show have included talented local uw photographers, record breaking freedivers, world-renown cave explorers, internati ...
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Mind the Disruption is a show about people who refuse to accept things as they are. It's about people pushing for better health for all. It's about people like us who have a deep desire to build a healthier, more just world. On Mind the Disruption, a podcast by the National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health (NCCDH), you’ll hear the stories of people who have disrupted the usual ways of doing things in their organizations, communities, and society in pursuit of better health for ...
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When Justice Got It Wrong: The wrongful convictions of Leighton Hay and Raymond Flanks
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38:28This episode is about time you can’t get back.The silence of a prison cell when you know you don’t belong there.A life put on pause—sometimes forever.It’s about wrongful convictions. Men like Raymond Flanks, who spent nearly 40 years in prison for a murder he didn’t commit.Men like Leighton Hay, just 19 when he was locked up for 12 years—because of…
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What If the Promise Was Kept? - 40 Acres and a Mule
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23:28Today at the Down Home Podcast, we ask: What if the promise was kept? What if, after emancipation, Black Americans truly received 40 acres and a mule? What if the Black Loyalists — those who fought for freedom in exchange for loyalty — were actually granted the 100 acres they were promised? How would land, ownership, and economic freedom have trans…
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Disrupting for well-being with RECOVER Edmonton
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42:24In response to rising tensions and unmet needs in its downtown core, the City of Edmonton’s RECOVER Urban Wellbeing team and partners questioned assumptions and embarked on a journey of deep listening and co-creation of solutions with residents to cultivate connectedness and well-being. Check out this episode, featuring former RECOVER project manag…
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Celebrating Black Culture in North America: History, Rhythm, and Pride
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15:05From Juneteenth in the U.S., to Emancipation Day in Canada, to the rhythm and colour of Toronto’s Caribbean Carnival — these celebrations go beyond the festivities. They mark freedom, honour the past, and bring people together. Whether you’re part of the crowd or just getting to know what these days stand for, we’re here to share what makes them me…
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Framed: How Popular Media Boxes In Black Identity
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21:56Have you ever noticed how modern media often boxes Black people into narrow, repetitive roles? The angry or sassy Black woman. The criminal. The loyal sidekick. The athlete. The entertainer. These tropes have dominated screens for decades — and the portrayal of Black people as ordinary, multi-dimensional human beings is still rare. But these images…
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Disrupting for well-being with Engage Nova Scotia (Part 2)
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44:14Engage Nova Scotia is working to better measure, understand and improve well-being for all Nova Scotians through a large Quality of Life survey, accessible data tools and deep community engagement. Over two episodes, you will meet multiple members of the vibrant Engage Nova Scotia team: Chief Engagement Officer Danny Graham, Outreach and Participat…
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Wiped Off the Map: The Erasure of Black Towns in America
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18:59In this episode, Derek and Jay explore predominantly Black towns that were deliberately wiped off the map #TruthInHistory #ForgottenCommunities #BlackTownsMatter #ErasedHistory #blackhistory #canadianblackhistory #blackhistorymonth #podcast #oklahoma #rosewoodBy Jason Jones and Derek Wyse
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In the late 1950s, the NHL was a sport played entirely by white athletes. But on January 18, 1958, Willie O’Ree became the first Black player to skate in an NHL game. It takes a special kind of person to be the first—someone with courage, determination, and a belief that no barrier is too high to break. O’Ree’s debut wasn’t just about making histor…
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Global Icons: The Impact of Black Athletes
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19:20From the basketball court to the boxing ring, the soccer field to the tennis court, Black athletes have not only revolutionized their sports but also shaped global culture. These athletes didn't just play—they inspired, challenged societal norms, and redefined what it means to be a global icon. Join us as we reflect on the powerful impact of Black …
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Disrupting for well-being with Engage Nova Scotia (Part 1)
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36:39Engage Nova Scotia is working to better measure, understand and improve well-being for all Nova Scotians through a large Quality of Life survey, accessible data tools and deep community engagement. Over two episodes, you will meet multiple members of the vibrant Engage Nova Scotia team: Chief Engagement Officer Danny Graham, Outreach and Participat…
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Building Brilliance: grassroots organization in action
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25:40In this episode, we’re honoured to speak with Cheryl Henhoeffer, the founder and director of Building Brilliance—a nonprofit dedicated to empowering BIPOC children through literacy programs, STEM education, and cultural enrichment. Cheryl and her team are working tirelessly to ensure that young people in underserved communities have access to the t…
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Northern Rhymes: The Rise of Hip Hop in Canada
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20:07Join us as we take a deep dive into the story of hip hop in Canada from our perspective. From the powerful influence of American rap to the Canadian pioneers who helped shape the culture. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe! #HipHopCanada #CanadianRap #HipHopHistory #RapCulture #TrueNorthBeats #OldSchoolHipHop #90sHipHop #CanadianMusic #Hi…
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The Evolution of Ghettos: A Hidden History
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20:45In this episode we’re diving into a word that carries with it a very heavy meaning: ghetto. In modern times, ghettos are often associated with poverty, crime, and neglect—areas of cities where municipalities have failed to invest in the people that live there. marginalized communities that are left to live under difficult conditions. But where did …
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In this episode we’re talking about Sundown Towns—places where, for decades, people of colour were not welcomed after dark. But this isn’t just a relic of the past. The legacy of these towns still lingers. #blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #canadianblackhistory #history #sundowntown #greenbook #segregation #canadianblackhistory #jimcrow #bhm #today …
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The Truth About "Uncle Tom" (It's Not What You Think)
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17:25We’ve all heard the term “Uncle Tom” used as an insult—a label for a Black person seen as a traitor to their own people. It’s a phrase deeply embedded in pop culture, shaped by books, films, and everyday language. But where did it come from? Who was the real Uncle Tom? #blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #canadianblackhistory #history #podcast #unclet…
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The Fancy Trade, the most insidious aspect of The Transatlantic Slave Trade
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17:25While most of us are familiar with the forced labor and dehumanization of enslaved people, there's a much more insidious aspect of the Transatlantic Slave Trade that speaks to the systematic buying and selling of biracial enslaved women—not for their labor, but for the brutal purpose of prostitution and concubinage. The Fancy Trade #blackhistory #b…
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Toronto is celebrated as one of the most culturally rich and diverse cities in the world—a reputation that owes much to one of its original neighbourhoods: The Ward. Listen in as Derek Wyse and Jay Jones take a closer look at this historic Neighbourhood #toronto #torontohistory #blackhistorymonth #blackhistory #canadianblackhistory…
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What We Wish We Knew in College & University
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1:09:52In the final episode of season 1, Ashley and Keira are joined by JJ and Senai to reflect on their post-secondary experiences. Together they discuss the things they wish they had known before starting their post-secondary journeys. From navigating class schedules and building relationships with professors to balancing academic and personal life, thi…
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Making Living Affordable, A Community: with Charbel Daniel, CEO, Northwood
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41:15Charbel Daniel, President and CEO of Northwood, discussed the organization's mission to provide dignified living for seniors in Nova Scotia. Northwood operates multiple facilities for long-term care, home care, and affordable housing, with a significant portion (90%) funded by the government. Daniel emphasized the importance of sustainability and a…
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For aspiring student-athletes, this episode of “Knowledge is Power” takes a look into the world of athletic recruiting. Guests Lizzy, Isyemi, and Anton Berry discuss the benefits and challenges of being a post-secondary student-athlete, especially for African Nova Scotians. Hear from them about the realities of balancing athletics and academics, na…
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A Practical Application of Conscious Business: with Dorothy Spence, Imaginal Ventures
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47:49Dorothy Spence, Founder of Imaginal Ventures discusses her journey from engineering to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the shift from a logical, analytical career to a more conscious, values-driven approach. In this episode, Dorothy explains the concept of a "conscious business operating system," which integrates human dynamics and business mechanics…
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In this episode, Shawn Smith and Graham Nickerson of the Loyalist Connections Creative Society partner with the South Shore Multicultural Association to host "Around the Table," a dinner series designed to foster meaningful connections within our community and highlight African Nova Scotian culinary and history. The episode also features dinner by …
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Banking for Social Impact: with Charlotte Jewer, East Coast Credit Union
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46:45Charlotte Jewer, Community Engagement Specialist at East Coast Credit Union (ECCU), discusses the organization's unique approach to banking, emphasizing its cooperative structure and focus on member needs over profits. ECCU has a $1.4 billion portfolio and invests $830,000 annually back into the community. They support local businesses, affordable …
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Help! When Should I Start Planning for Post-Secondary?
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1:25:44Planning for post-secondary education can be overwhelming, but when should you start? In this episode, we address the importance of early preparation for high school students. We discuss critical timelines, steps to research what’s best for you, and applying to post-secondary institutions. Tune in to hear from experts Malik Adams, and Amberina Beal…
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Large Bank Supporting the Social Entrepreneurship Ecosystem: with Michelle Reid, BDC
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45:14This episode features Michelle Reid, an advisor for corporate sustainability and B Corp at BDC! Michelle discusses the role of BDC in supporting social entrepreneurship. BDC is the only B Corp-certified bank in Canada and offers various resources, including advisory services and mentorship, to entrepreneurs. Michelle highlights the importance of th…
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Challenges and Opportunities in the Nova Scotian Seafood Industry: with Mike McGlone, Afishionado
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38:55Mike McGlone, General Manager of Afishionado Fishmongers, discusses his 30-year career in fish-mongering, along with the incredible opportunities for the Nova Scotian seafood industry! Afishionado focuses on local, sustainable, and responsible sourcing, working with small-scale fisheries and independent retailers. They offer a subscription service …
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Black Women's Agency - Connections to Resilience
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48:37In this episode of the Loyalist Connections podcast, hosts Itai Kuwodza and Graham Nickerson discuss the significant influence and contributions of Black Women, particularly African Nova Scotian Women, in instigating social change with special guest Dr. Rachel Zellers, a professor in Social Justice and Community Studies, the discussion covers topic…
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What’s the Point of College and University?
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58:20In this episode of the PREP Podcast, “Knowledge is Power”, we dive into the significance of post-secondary education with guests Trevor Silver, and Bria Symonds. Join us as we explore the key reasons for attending post-secondary studies and how it can unlock job opportunities and personal growth. Our guests share insights on common misconceptions a…
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Workforce Solutions in Sustainable Housing and Construction Industry: with Shawna Henders, Blue House Energy
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43:43Shawna Henderson, CEO of Blue House Energy and Be Free Homes, shares her journey from entrepreneurship to leading a company that provides online training for building science! Shawna highlights the need for sustainable housing and the challenges of the construction industry, including a workforce shortage of 100,000 people. Henderson emphasized the…
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Capacity Building - Connections to the Urban Perspective
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51:27In this episode of the Loyalist Connections Podcast, Laurice Downey and special host Graham Nickerson discuss Capacity Building from an Urban Perspective with special guests Rodney Small and Andre Anderson. This episode explores social entrepreneurship, and entrepreneurship in the filmmaking industry, highlighting opportunities and experiences. Rod…
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The gang is back, better than ever! This week, they are bringing you some exciting events going on around NS, and some back to school themed AITA stories!By Gabby Drover, Sara Ibsen, Brianne Cummings
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Farmers Markets as Community Hubs in Nova Scotia: With Justin Cantafio
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56:49Justin Cantafio, Executive Director of Farmers Markets of Nova Scotia, discusses the importance of local food systems and farmers markets as economic and community hubs! In this conversation with your hosts, Matt and Anuj, Justin highlights the cooperative's 20-year history, supporting over 40 markets and 1,500 owner-operated businesses. Justin emp…
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Birchtown & Shelburne - Connections to the Port [Director’s Cut]
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51:30We're starting where it all began! In this episode our hosts and their special guest Graham Nickerson discuss some of the key cultural traditions, practices and connections between the Black Loyalists that settled in Birchtown and Shelburne. These communities were made of Black people across the region who represented different cultural, religious,…
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Cultural Preservation - Connections to Food Sovereignty
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59:41In this episode of the Loyalist Connections podcast, Laurice Downey and special guest hosts Graham Nickerson introduce a discussion on cultural preservation, food sovereignty, and Afrocentric learning with special guests Wendie Wilson. Wendie shares her background as an artist, writer, educator, and advocate for BIPOC educators. The conversation co…
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End of Life Transitions and Green Funerals: With Louisa Horne of Epilogue
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55:06Your hosts Matt and Anuj sit down with guest Louisa Horne to chat about a sustainable way to assist and facilitate end-of-life care! The three discuss the importance of addressing end-of-life transitions with empathy and expertise, emphasizing the need for a safe space to talk about death and the end of life. They highlighted the significance of Ep…
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Community Activism & Advocacy - Connections to Resistance
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57:06In episode of the Loyalist Connections Podcast, Laurice Downey and special guest host Graham Nickerson, discuss the deeply rooted history of Activism and Advocacy within the African Nova Scotian community featuring special guests Dr. Isaac Saney and Irvine Carvery. The episode sheds light on their personal connections to community activism, discuss…
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Wine Making: Our Own Nova Scotia Way, Keltie MacNeill, Benjamin Bridge
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49:19This week's conversation revolved around sustainability and social impact in the wine industry. Joining us as a guest is Keltie MacNeil, Director of Sustainability & Community Engagement at Benjamin Bridge. Matt and Anuj discuss the importance of interconnectedness and nuance in addressing Nova Scotia's social issues, highlighting the need for dedi…
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Capacity Building - Connections to the Rural Perspective
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46:19In this episode of the Loyalist Connections Podcast, Sean Smith and special guest host Itai Kuwodza, discuss Capacity Building from a Rural Perspective, featuring special guests Andrea Davis and Shekara Grant. Topics include the importance of understanding one's history, identity, community engagement, storytelling, and the preservation of cultural…
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The Art and Business of Social Entrepreneurship, with Marc Almon Founder + Partner, Culture Link CIC
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49:11Matt Thomson and Anuj Jain are back, this time to discuss the challenges and opportunities of navigating the middle space between art and business in social entrepreneurship. They are joined by guest, Marc Almon Founder + Partner, Culture Link CIC, as they highlight the importance of community engagement, government relations, and public relations.…
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No. 2 Construction Battalion - Connections to Canadian History
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50:17In this episode of the Loyalist Connections Podcast, Laurice Downey and Shawn Smith explore the history of the No. 2 Construction Battalion, focusing on resilience, cultural preservation, and the impact of storytelling. Featuring key insights from special guests Douglas Rock and Chuck Smith, discussing their personal narratives, the struggle agains…
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From Housing to Building Community, with Ron Lovett CEO of VIDA
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47:18Join Matt and Anuj as they explore a creative solution for Canada's affordable housing crisis, with guest Ron Lovett, CEO of VIDA. The three sit down for an in-depth discussion about VIDA's socially responsible and purpose-driven approaches. Discover Ron's inspiring journey of finding purpose in business through community engagement. Learn about th…
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Season 3 of the Loyalist Connections Podcast kicks-off with a focus on the Cultural Preservation and Capacity Building Forum we held in February. In this trailer Laurice and Shawn discuss the two-day event that brought together students, educators, and community members together to explore Black and African Nova Scotian Cultural Preservation and Co…
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On this week's episode, Gabby talks about their birthday celebrations, as well as the flooding in the south shore of Nova Scotia, a new gay bar in Downtown Halifax, some summer events happening across the province, and some hot takes!By Gabby Drover, Sara Ibsen, Brianne Cummings
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On this week's episode, we talk about Gabby being gay right from the beginning, the Cape Breton Farmer's Market, the Halifax MooseHead's new coach, and finally..... are we going to match these people freaks?By Gabby Drover, Sara Ibsen, Brianne Cummings
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On this week's episode, your hosts talk about some of the exciting events going on across the province for Canada Day, new and different work schedules for some local non-profits, the upcoming Halifax election, and rank some delicious flavours of ice creamBy Gabby Drover, Sara Ibsen, Brianne Cummings
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In parts one and two of our three-part series on The Business of Slavery, we explored the intricate web of money and power that fuelled this inhumane institution. Today, we turn our focus to the mindset that enabled such brutality. Join us in this episode as we delve into the pervasive mindset that sustained the system of slavery and examine how ec…
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From Beers, to Cirque Du Soleil, to what we would rather, you'd make a "grave" mistake missing the Cruishanks Funeral Home AND this episode!By Gabby Drover, Sara Ibsen, Brianne Cummings
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In our first episode of this series, we explored the immense profits generated by the Trans Atlantic Slave trade. Today, in part two, we focus on how European powers wielded their influence to enslave Africans. If you haven’t listened to the first part of The Business of slavery, you can find it in the episode list. I Am a Man Who Will Fight for Yo…
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