Our interviewee is Samuel Vanzin, graduating student of the school of community and public affairs who was an activist during the Quebec student protests of 2012 while studying at the Cégep du Vieux Montréal. This interview discusses a look back at the 2012 Quebec student protests, their impact on Quebec politics and education, as well as where the movement is today. He also touches on recent and past struggles with keeping the movement alive to this day, despite COVID making it harder to gather.

Finally, we learn about Samuel's life and activist journey and what led him to become the activist he is today.

Join us for an insightful episode delving into the life experiences of Michael Frakas, a creative individual who uses his music and education to fuel activism within the Little Burgundy community, known for its crucial role in black culture in Montreal, Quebec.

Please be aware that this interview is done in French and English, covering sensitive topics like race, identity, drugs, and violence.

CONTENT WARNING: this podcast contains swearing and language concerning race that some may find offensive.

This episode presents an insightful interview with Vlada Polischuk, a dedicated Ukrainian activist who strongly advocates for the freedom of Ukraine. Vlada's childhood experiences served as a source of motivation for her fight for justice. Vlada works primarily from Montreal but takes every opportunity to travel to Ukraine, where she fights for various initiatives on the ground. "What I am doing is what we are supposed to do as civilians," she says, emphasizing the importance of her work beyond geographical limitations. Come along as we explore the complex picture of Vlada's life, her unwavering efforts to improve Ukraine, and her stance that collective action is a responsibility shared by all.

Links

-Vlada’s GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/f72404a0

- Denis Khrystoff Evacuation of civilians from tough locations. He also films a lot and shares English subtitles paypal:denisrudi83@gmail.com https://instagram.com/denis_khrystoff?igshid=NGVhN2U2NjQ0Yg==

- Artem Fysun a devoted volunteer. Brings aid there and provides full visibility (He will share his link) https://instagram.com/artem_fysun?igshid=NGVhN2U2NjQ0Yg==

- Unbroken Ukraine Prosthetics and medical aid for civilians including kids and military https://unbroken.org.ua/donate - Virni Zavzhdy (Loyal forever)

-To support families who have their loved ones in Russian captivity https://instagram.com/virni_zavzhdy?igshid=NGVhN2U2NjQ0Yg==

They can also write a message of support to Anastasia Ordynska who has her husband in captivity for over a year and a half https://instagram.com/nastyaordynska?igshid=NGVhN2U2NjQ0Yg==

- Second Front Ukraine Foundation Does a lot of work in support of Ukraine Based in Canada: https://secondfrontukraine.com/

In this episode, we interview the one and only Ted Rutland, associate professor at Concordia, about the Defund the Policemovement. Rutland has helped in the creation of the Defund the Police Coalition, and has published two books on the subject of crime and racial discrimination in Montreal. In this episode filled with personal stories, insightful examples, and unfiltered facts, we touch on what defunding the police would look like in Montreal, on what needs to be changed politically for that change to come about, and on how the media and ‘’copaganda’’ has affected the common perception of the police. We hope you enjoy this very informative episode!

In this episode, Adam Yahav, and Sawyer Kiernan-Parsons interview Concordia University PHD student T Braun to discuss the expression of gender identity in virtual reality spaces. The interview also takes a dive in Braun’s extensive history in drag performance, using drag as a resistance to the gender binary and as a vessel for their activism.

In this episode, Rylee and Eleanore talk to Celeste Trianon, Transfeminist jurist & activist - about her experiences with law school, activism, and navigating the internet as a trans person fighting for her community. All this is in face of, or perhaps in response to, the growing presence of anti-trans ideologies in Canada.

For information about the name change clinic: https://celeste.lgbt/en/

To follow Celeste and get updates on events:https://www.instagram.com/celestetrianon/?hl=en

This interview sheds light on the career of Suzan Simatos, a lifetime of learning, educating and empowering. She used her personal experience to become an educator fighting against human rights violations specifically related to children, First Nation, Inuit, and Metis people. Sue spent her career at LBPSC where she created a legacy that inspired many generations to learn, grow, and build meaningful reciprocal relationships. She created a framework for integrating indigenous history in the across the schoolboard by practicing gratitude, teaching the Great Law of Peace, and educating students about the Indigenous way of life. Sue participated in the Truth and Reconciliation commission process with her students and is passionate about implementing the 94 Calls to Action as a way of reconciliation and healing the generational trauma of Indigenous people.

In this episode, we share with you our guest’s story as an inspiring force for change, challenging norms and fostering social justice in our community. We had the pleasure and great opportunity to meet and get-to-know John Davids, a dynamic individual that is consistently keen to expand his knowledge base and demonstrates a genuine passion for learning. Having grown up in countries around the world, he is now putting his capabilities into a push for positive change in Montreal; John is currently working to contextualize the lives and experiences of Black anglophones at the Black Community Resource Center in Côte-des-Neiges. Without further ado, here’s our enlightening conversation with John Davids.