3 episodes
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- Society & Culture
Word is a project that focuses on race in Canada. The podcast features range from current topics to invited guests sharing their own experiences. Word is recorded on a semi-regular basis in Montreal, QC, Brampton, ON, and Brooklyn, NY. Find us also on iTunes!
Jessica Hundal
Jessica was born to Punjabi immigrant parents and was primarily raised in Brampton, Ontario. She is currently completing her B.A. in Philosophy, Canadian Studies and Religion at McGill University.
Camille Baker
Camille was born to French and American parents in the US and grew up in Jamestown, Rhode Island, before moving to Quebec at 17. She recently graduated from McGill University with a B.A. in Asian Religions and English Literature.
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Ep. 3: Jagmeet Singh
This episode features Jagmeet Singh, Deputy Leader of the Ontario NDP and Member of Provincial Parliament representing Bramalea-Gore-Malton. Discussions include his unlikely trajectory into politics, the 1984 Sikh genocide, visa denial, everyday racism, carding, the philosophy behind his campaign, the biggest issue facing his constituents, minority and youth representation in politics, women's rights in Canada and more. This interview was recorded December 4, 2015.
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Ep. 2: Aisha Alfa
This episode features Toronto-based comedian Aisha Alfa. Discussions include Aisha’s name, a Macleans article on Winnipeg’s race problem, POC in comedy, and women in comedy.
check out the Macleans article we discuss at:
http://www.macleans.ca/news/canada/welcome-to-winnipeg-where-canadas-racism-problem-is-at-its-worst/
Aisha's upcoming Toronto shows:
- Oct 22nd: Comedy Bar with Queen Beys at the Big City Improv Festival (9pm)
- Oct 25th: Yuk Yuks, Nubian Night hosted by Kenny Robinson (9pm)
- Oct 20th: The Drake Underground, comedy show (8pm)
- Nov 13th: Comedy Bar, Farewell Fro One Night Only Show, The All Stars Edition (9pm) -
Ep. 1: Rachel Zellars
This episode features Rachel Zellars. Discussions include Rachel’s first impressions of McGill, the lack of diversity at McGill, the need to insist upon your shit, philosophy as a discipline, mothering and resources for young people of colour. Recorded a late June evening at Rachel’s home in Montreal.