Blk Canadian Pods • Apr.21, 2024 (NV) Playlist
Vol. 9 - This week's list covers politics, Black culture in Atlantic Canada, global issues, French perspectives on current events, youth experiences, cultural nuances, and internet issues in Canada.
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So yes, I didn't post last week. While this article was in draft, my head was deep in the trenches, reconnecting with my podcasting roots. Instead of diving back into Season 2 of Black Canadian Creators (which is still in the works), it had to take a bit of a backseat—let me rephrase, a delay—due to an incredible opportunity to team up with some talented indie podcast entrepreneurs. Together, (Lead Podcasting, The Sonar Podcast Network, and The Chonilla Network) we have have built and are thrilled to present our inaugural podcast conference, The Soundwave Summit, happening on June 6, 2024.
The Summit will kick off at StartWell (786 King Street West) with the Soundwave Sessions. We'll dive into discussions on industry trends, community building, diversity, and monetization strategies.
As the sun sets, the Soundwave Showcase will light up Paradise Theatre (1006c Bloor St West) with three live podcast performances from shows like Blacklantic, Squirrel Talk!, and Women of Ill Repute. This unique evening promises great interviews and entertainment galore.
Since joining the podosphere in 2008 (yep, I've been doing this since you had to figure out how to build your own RSS feed), hosting a podcast conference has been a dream of mine. But organizing one and seeing it take shape since Nov-ish-Dec. 2023, and now watching it become a reality, still leaves me in awe. Now, let's see how many of you will join us for the first of what Canada truly needs, starting right here in Toronto.
Before I forget, don't miss out on The Soundwave Summit on June 6, 2024! Mark your calendars and stay tuned for the full lineup and event details at thesoundwavesummit.com. Use code BCC15 to get a 15% discount on tickets courtesy of
.Excited to see the many podcasts we showcased—not just in this volume but throughout the year in Northern Voices, in person—all ready to connect with fellow podcasters. I hope to see you there!
Okay, now let's get into this week's pod-list to uncover some must-listen Black Canadian podcasts. Happy listening!
THIS WEEK PODCASTS
Sandy and Nora Talk Politics with co-host Sandy Hudson (& Nora Loreto)
Sandy and Nora are one of Canada’s most popular political podcasts alongside close friend and author Nora Loreto. Through weekly, unscripted discussions, Sandy and Nora use wit and humour to make radical political thought accessible. Get bonus content on Patreon.
BlackLantic Weekly with Clinton Davis and Hillary LeBlanc
An upbeat perspective on the diversity of being Black in Atlantic Canada, while challenging common stereotypes. Expect to hear from BlackLantic every week with guests, segments, panels, and roundtables exploring topics from all over Atlantic Canada, the East Coast, and around the world. Be sure to visit our website at Blacklantic.ca. Follow blacklantic on all social platforms!
The Current with Matt Galloway
Three stories to expand your worldview, delivered daily. Matt Galloway cuts through a sea of choice to bring you stories that transcend the news cycle. Conversations with big thinkers, household names, and people living the news. An antidote to algorithms that cater to what you already know — and a meeting place for diverse perspectives. In its 20 years, the Current has become a go-to place for stories that shape and entertain us. Released daily, Monday to Friday.
Détours avec Emilie Nicolas (FR)
Joignez-vous à la célèbre journaliste Emilie Nicolas et à une distribution tournante de personnalités médiatiques, de journalistes et d'auteurs de grande réflexion pour discuter, disséquer et débattre de l'actualité et plonger profondément dans des sujets et des enjeux brulants qui sont importants pour les francophones à travers le pays. Maintenant dans sa deuxième année, Détours crée un espace de dialogue stimulant qui vous offre une variété de perspectives régionales, linguistiques, culturelles et politiques. C'est une conversation hors de la bulle médiatique traditionnelle, une bouffée d'air frais dans le paysage médiatique francophone. Détours est la toute première émission en langue française de Canadaland.
Détours with Emilie Nicolas (EN)
Join celebrated journalist Emilie Nicolas and a rotating cast of media personalities, journalists, and deep-thinking authors to discuss, dissect, and debate current events and delve deeply into burning topics and issues that are important to Francophones across the country. Now in its second year, Détours creates a stimulating dialogue space that offers you a variety of regional, linguistic, cultural, and political perspectives. It's a conversation outside the traditional media bubble, a breath of fresh air in the Francophone media landscape. Détours is the very first French-language show from Canadaland.
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Daily Dose of Blackness with Saliema Maki and Biraima Nimir (DDB MEDIA)
We are a group of Black teenagers from Surrey, BC. We want to share our stories about the struggles faced by Black youth. All too often, Black youth feel isolated and marginalized. The Daily Dose of Blackness aims to center and celebrate Black youth, our experiences, and our struggles. DDB MEDIA is a multimedia cooperative composed of young Black creatives dedicated to highlighting and showcasing Black and BIPOC stories. Visit dailydoseofblackness.com for more.
Culture and Context with Tristan Barrocks and Jodianne Beckford
Hosts Tristan and Jodianne guide you through an engaging exploration of culture and the intricate contexts that shape it. Join us for insightful conversations about entrepreneurship as a creative journey, the boundless realms of creativity, valuable life lessons, and our perspective on the latest current events and pop culture. Get ready for a dynamic blend of wisdom, wit, and cultural celebration.
What’s up with the internet? with Takara Small (CIRA)
This captivating new podcast series examines the good, the bad and the ugly characteristics that make up one of the world's most important resources—the internet. In its first season, CIRA will tackle the state of Canadian broadband by exploring pressing internet topics including affordability, online accessibility, safety and more across six episodes. All episodes are hosted by acclaimed Canadian journalist Takara Small and produced by Kevin McAnena. CIRA (Canadian Internet Registration Authority) manages the .CA top-level domain for all Canadians.
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