Building Brilliance: grassroots organization in action

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The truth is out West! We’re hopping on the ET Highway and venturing to the most notorious alien hot spots, including Roswell’s infamous crash site, Area 51’s eerie perimeter, and a mysterious desert watchtower. Join us as journalist Laura Krantz, host of the podcast Wild Thing , beams up to share stories from the front lines of UFO reporting—from strange sightings and quirky festivals to a mailbox where people leave letters to extraterrestrials. Maybe you’ll even decide for yourself: Is Earth a tourist stop for spaceships? UFO hot spots you’ll encounter in this episode: - UFO Watchtower (near Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado) - Roswell, New Mexico - Area 51, Nevada - Extraterrestrial Highway (aka State Route 375), Nevada - Little A’Le’Inn, ET Highway, Nevada - E.T. Fresh Jerky, ET Highway, Nevada - Alien Research Center, ET Highway, Nevada - The Black Mailbox, ET Highway, Nevada Via Podcast is a production of AAA Mountain West Group .…

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Building Brilliance: grassroots organization in action

Down Home

published about a year ago

MP3•Episode home

Building Brilliance contact details:

http://www.buildingbrilliancekw.com/

Instagram - @buildingbrilliancekw

Email: buildingbrilliancekw@gmail.com

#GrassrootsPower #EducationForAll #CommunityEmpowerment #BuildingBrilliance #EquityInEducation #SocialJustice #SupportLocalOrganizations #LiteracyMatters #STEMEducation #CulturalEnrichment

92 episodes

#Society #Canada #Jason Jones and Derek Wyse #Derek Wyse #Jason Jones #Relationship #Documentaries #Jay D

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When Justice Got It Wrong: The wrongful convictions of Leighton Hay and Raymond Flanks 38:28

5 weeks ago38:28

38:28

This 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 a bad eyewitness and a bit of hair in a garbage bin. #truecrimecommunity #truecrimepodcast #LeightonHay #RaymondFlanks #youneedtohearthis #innocenceproject #Exonerated #SystemicRacism #racialinjustice…

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What If the Promise Was Kept? - 40 Acres and a Mule 23:28

6 weeks ago23:28

23:28

Today 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 transformed generations? What would our present look like if those reparations had been real? Today 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 transformed generations? What would our present look like if those reparations had been real? #WhatIfThePromiseWasKept #reparationsnow #BlackLandMatters #40AcresAndAMule #historicalwhatif #GenerationalJustice #blackhistory #podcast #blackhistorymonth #blackhistory365…

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Celebrating Black Culture in North America: History, Rhythm, and Pride 15:05

7 weeks ago15:05

15:05

From 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 meaningful and why they matter today. #juneteenth #emancipationday #caribana #blackhistory #celebrateblackhistory #BlackExcellence #africandiaspora #blackculturematters…

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Framed: How Popular Media Boxes In Black Identity 21:56

8 weeks ago21:56

21:56

Have 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 aren't just fiction; they shape how society sees — and treats — Black people in real life. On today’s episode, we’re unpacking the media’s role in shaping perception, identity, and culture. #blackrepresentation #mediamatters #breakthestereotype #ReclaimTheNarrative #blackhistory #podcast #blackhistorymonth #blackfacts…

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Wiped Off the Map: The Erasure of Black Towns in America 18:59

9 weeks ago18:59

18:59

In 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 #rosewood

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Breaking the Ice: The Willie O’Ree Story 14:11

10 weeks ago14:11

14:11

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 history—it was about opening doors for future generations. In this episode we’ll dive into his story and the legacy he left on his sport. #WillieORee #BreakingBarriers #HockeyHistory #InclusionInSports #Trailblazer…

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Global Icons: The Impact of Black Athletes 19:20

11 weeks ago19:20

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From 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 athletes, whose legacies continue to resonate on a global scale. #BlackAthletes #GlobalIcons #SportsAndCulture #MichaelJordan #SerenaWilliams #pele #muhammadali…

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Building Brilliance: grassroots organization in action 25:40

12 weeks ago25:40

25:40

In 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 tools and knowledge they need to succeed. Building Brilliance contact details: http://www.buildingbrilliancekw.com/ Instagram - @buildingbrilliancekw Email: buildingbrilliancekw@gmail.com #GrassrootsPower #EducationForAll #CommunityEmpowerment #BuildingBrilliance #EquityInEducation #SocialJustice #SupportLocalOrganizations #LiteracyMatters #STEMEducation #CulturalEnrichment…

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Northern Rhymes: The Rise of Hip Hop in Canada 20:07

13 weeks ago20:07

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Join 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 #HipHopLegends…

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The Evolution of Ghettos: A Hidden History 20:45

14 weeks ago20:45

20:45

In 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 this negative connotation come from? #blackhistory #podcast #history #ghetto #warsaw #blackhistorymonth2025 #americanhistory…

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The Dark History of Sundown Towns 19:57

15 weeks ago19:57

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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 #podcast #blackfacts #americanhistory…

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The Truth About "Uncle Tom" (It's Not What You Think) 17:25

16 weeks ago17:25

17:25

We’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 #uncletom #uncletomcabin #slavery #slaveryhistory #slave #minstrel #blackfacts #jimcrow #blackface…

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The Fancy Trade, the most insidious aspect of The Transatlantic Slave Trade 17:25

17 weeks ago17:25

17:25

While 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 #blackhistorymonth #canadianblackhistory #history #podcast #fancygirl #slavery #slaveryhistory #slave…

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The Ward 22:32

18 weeks ago22:32

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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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The Business of Slavery: the disrespect 21:53

51 weeks ago21:53