Pop Up Conversations

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Thoughtful and exciting conversations with your favorite emerging Canadian artists.

  1. Healing Out Loud: Kianna Faith on Motherhood, Music, and Letting Go

    May 26

    Healing Out Loud: Kianna Faith on Motherhood, Music, and Letting Go

    Kianna Faith joins Pop Up Conversations to discuss healing, motherhood, faith, artistic growth, and learning to create music that reflects who she truly is. From navigating toxic relationships and people-pleasing to embracing a new creative direction rooted in alternative and gospel music, Kianna shares an honest look at the experiences that shaped her journey and the future she's building for herself and her daughter.

    30 min

  2. Apr 28

    From Kingston Streets to Juno-Nominated Artist: Sky Star on Pain, Purpose and “Wheel and Come Again”

    From Kingston, Jamaica to stages across Canada, Sky Star shares a story shaped by survival, faith and music. He reflects on growing up in hardship, finding music as his escape, and building a path that has led to a Juno nomination and a number one reggae record in Canada. A conversation about where it started, what it took to keep going, and what comes next.

    41 min

  3. Apr 21

    The Most Successful Artist You’ve Never Heard Of: Caleb Hart’s Story of Survival and Purpose

    He calls himself the most successful artist you’ve never heard of.And when you hear his story, it makes sense.Caleb Hart opens up about growing up in Tobago, the path he was on, and how leaving everything behind changed the trajectory of his life. Weeks after arriving in Canada, people he grew up with were gone. That moment changed everything.What followed wasn’t instant success. It was perspective, survival, and eventually… music.This is a conversation about starting over, carrying what you’ve been through, and turning it into something meaningful.

    54 min

  4. Apr 13

    Sam Roberts on Chemical City at 20, Legacy and Songwriting

    Sam Roberts joins Pop Up Conversations to reflect on Chemical City 20 years later. From songwriting and legacy to identity, history, and the meaning songs take on over time, this is a thoughtful conversation on what it means to keep growing as an artist while staying true to the music.

    45 min

  5. Apr 6

    The Great Unknown: Kaeley Jade on Songwriting, Growth and Building a Creative Life

    In this episode of Pop Up Conversations, singer-songwriter Kaeley Jade reflects on the journey behind her upcoming album, The Great Unknown. From her prairie roots to the evolution of her songwriting, this conversation explores vulnerability, transformation, touring, artistry and what it takes to build a lasting creative life.

    54 min

  6. Mar 31

    On My Own Terms: Nuela Charles on Creativity, Independence and NU2U

    Nuela Charles joins Pop Up Conversations to reflect on creativity, independence, and what it meant to return to music on her own terms. From stepping away from industry expectations to reconnecting with the roots of why she started, this conversation offers an honest look at the journey behind NU2U and the importance of creating from a place of peace.

    1h 20m

  7. Mar 23

    Nuela Charles × Dana Wylie (Secondhand Dreamcar) | Yarn

    In this episode of Yarn, Nuela Charles and Dana Wylie of Secondhand Dreamcar come together for an artist to artist conversation about music, recognition and the journey behind the work. Both artists are JUNO nominees, but this conversation goes beyond the moment. It explores what it takes to build a career in music, the balance between independence and collaboration, and the experience of creating from Edmonton. For Nuela, this project marks a return to self through writing and recording at home. For Dana, the process is shaped by collaboration within a band and the shared responsibility of creating together. Together, they reflect on craft, perspective and staying true to the work. Listen now on the Pop-Up Conversations feed. This is Yarn. Artists in conversation.

    51 min
  8. Music, Fatherhood and Staying Grounded: Dan Davidson on Career, Creativity and Country Music

    Mar 16

    Music, Fatherhood and Staying Grounded: Dan Davidson on Career, Creativity and Country Music

    Dan Davidson joins Pop-Up Conversations for a thoughtful discussion about music, career longevity, and staying grounded in an unpredictable industry. He reflects on his journey from rock bands to country success, the unexpected impact of his platinum single Found, and the challenge of continuing to create after reaching major milestones. The conversation also explores the personal side of his life, including fatherhood, family priorities, and how those experiences shape the music he writes today. It’s an honest look at creativity, resilience, and what it means to keep evolving as an artist.

    42 min
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Thoughtful and exciting conversations with your favorite emerging Canadian artists.

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    mikeifeta
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