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ViewpointsViewpoints 136In New Brunswick, Green Party MLA Megan Mitton says she’ll keep an eye on Susan Holt’s newly elected liberal government. To Montréal, where a Mohawk group says McGill University is to blame for the removal of a white pine peace tree, planted on their grounds just a few days ago. High-speed internet will soon bridge the gap between Manitoba’s rural communities and larger markets. Nanaimo’s new poet laureate is looking forward to sharing world poetry and language with his community. Local farmers who want to stay on the cutting edge of agricultural innovation could get help...2024-11-2229 min
The Mookse and the Gripes PodcastEpisode 89: Benchwarmer BooksWe all have those books that are waiting in the wings, begging for a chance to make their way off the shelf and into our hands. This week, we chat about why some books seem to get stuck on the sidelines, even though we always think they’ll be the next one up. We discuss some of the reasons this happens and each share five of our own benchwarmer books, doing our best to justify why we keep ignoring their pleas to “put me in coach!”ShownotesBooks* Horror Movie, by Paul Tremblay...2024-09-191h 25
SolasHow Do We Make Peace Work? with Tony MacaulayHi everyone! Welcome to Solas. In this episode, I interview the amazing peacemaker and author Tony Macaulay all about the Good Friday Agreement, how we make peace work in Northern Ireland and his new book 'Kill the Devil' - available in all good book shops right now!You can find Tony at:https://tonymacaulayauthor.comInstagram: @tony.macaulayauthorFollow us @solaspodcast on Instagram!Edited & music by Sam HoltThanks so much for listening!2023-05-0452 minSolasLocal Poverty and The LarderWelcome to Solas! In this episode, I am joined by the wonderful Louise and we are talking about poverty, food banks and her work with The Larder in Belfast.If you enjoyed the previous episode 'The Poor Are Not Helpless' with Moses Kamau, Louise brings us a new perspective, explaining the situation of poverty in our local areas in Northern Ireland.I hope and pray that this episode educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference.Find out more about The Larder:Instagram - @thelarderbelfast...2022-08-1935 minSolasYoung People in a Post-Conflict Society with Sue DivinWelcome to Solas! In this episode, I am joined by the incredible Sue Divin! (@suedivin) Her book 'Guard Your Heart' was published last year and when I read it, I was so enlightened with a newfound perspective on our society.Sue mainly works in peace, conflict and reconciliation, aiming to educate and work with people to bring together divided communities. In this episode, Sue gives us practical advice on how we as young people can break the cycle and move our society forward. I hope and pray that episode educates, entertains and encourages you to go out...2022-02-0733 minSolasLearn About Solas - Q&AWelcome to Solas! Happy New Year! This episode is a bit different. Instead of an interview, I am answering some questions about Solas. I asked people on Instagram (@solaspodcast) what they would like to know and I received a great response! I hope and pray that this episode educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference.Edited & featuring music by Sam HoltFollow us on Instagram @solaspodcast2022-01-1217 minSolasAn Honest Mental Health Conversation - Part 2Welcome to Solas! In this episode, Sophie (@sophieleithfrancis) and I chat about her journey with mental health and her new book that is soon to be released! I hope and pray that this educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference.DISCLAIMER - Sophie & I talk about some very sensitive topics to do with mental health so please be aware of this before listening.Help print Sophie's book by donating to her fundraiser! https://www.facebook.com/donate/275979761069944/?fundraiser_source=external_urlEdited & featuring music by Sam...2021-12-1628 minSolasAn Honest Mental Health Conversation - Part 1Welcome to Solas! This week I am talking to the incredible Sophie (@sophieleithfrancis) about her journey with mental health and her new book that is soon to be released.DISCLAIMER: Sophie & I talk about some very sensitive topics to do with mental health so please be aware of this before listening.Edited & music by Sam HoltFollow us on Instagram @solaspodcast2021-11-1525 minSolasConsent Education with Candles For Conscent - Part 2Welcome to Solas! This week's episode is Part 2 of Candles For Conscent with the amazing Catherine and Jess. We are talking all about conscent education. I hope and pray that this episode educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference!Candles for ConscentWebsite www.candlesforconscent.orghttps://www.candlesforconscent.orgInstagram @candlesforconsenthttps://instagram.com/candlesforconscent?utm_medium=copy_linkFacebook @candlesforconscenthttps://m.facebook.com/candlesforconscent/Email enquiries- candlesforconscent@gmail.comLightwork NI...2021-11-0128 minSolasConsent Education with Candles For ConscentWelcome to Solas! Thank you for your patience. It has been a busy few months but we are back with an amazing episode. This week I am talking to Catherine and Jess from Candles For Conscent (@candlesforconscent) - a candle brand driven by social impact. All of the profits go towards funding vital consent education in Northern Ireland. Each candle is made with soy wax, is vegan friendly and handmade by the girls in Antrim. My dad bought me one of their candles as a gift and it smells amazing! I hope and pray that this episode educates, entertains...2021-10-2425 minSolasConflict Transformation with David NyiringaboWelcome to Solas! This week's guest is David Nyiringabo (@devi.talks) and we're talking about Conflict Transformation in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Northern Ireland, as well as how young people can make a difference. I hope and pray that this episode educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference.www.congopeacenetwork.orgEdited & featuring music by Sam HoltFollow us on Instagram @solaspodcast2021-08-0829 minSolasThe Poor Are Not Helpless with Moses KamauWelcome to Solas! This week I am chatting to Moses Kamau about his work with the organisation Urban Impact Kenya. My mum also features in this episode! I hope and pray that this episode educate, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference.https://www.urbanimpactkenya.org/Edited and featuring music by Sam HoltFollow us on Instagram @solaspodcast2021-07-2534 minSolasSocial Media & Mental Health with Log Off MovementWelcome to Solas! Sorry for the wait but we're back! This episode's guest is the amazing Celine from the Log Off Movement (@logoff_movement). We're talking all about technology, how to use it intentionally and how to start your own movement. I hope and pray that this episode educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference!https://www.logoffmovement.org/Edited & featuring music by Sam HoltFollow us on Instagram @solaspodcast2021-07-0430 minSolasSeeking Asylum - Part 2Welcome to Solas! This week's episode is Part 2 of Seeking Asylum with our incredible guest, Rachel. We ended up talking for so long that it needed to be split in half! Sorry for the wait. I hope and pray that this educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference!Edited and featuring original music by Sam HoltFollow us on Instagram @solaspodcast2021-05-3020 minSolasSeeking AsylumWelcome to Solas! This week's guest is Rachel and she is talking all about her experience with having to seek asylum. This episode is a longer one so it is going to be released in 2 parts! Stay tuned for part 2 next week! I hope and pray that this educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference.Edited & featuring original music by Sam HoltFollow us on Instagram @solaspodcast2021-05-2319 minSolasBeing Asian in Northern IrelandWelcome to Solas! This week's guest is the amazing Zoitsa (@zoitsachoy) and we're talking about her experience with being Asian in Northern Ireland. I hope and pray that this educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference!Edited & featuring original music by Sam HoltFollow us on Instagram @solaspodcast2021-05-0932 minSolasClimate Activism with Andra VladuWelcome to Solas! I am so excited to introduce you to this week's guest Andra (@andra.vladu) We're talking all about climate change and what we can do to stop it. I hope and pray that this educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference!Edited and featuring music by Sam HoltFollow us on Instagram @solaspodcastCheck out these links mentioned in the episode!Youth Climate Association Northern Ireland (YCANI) - https://ycani.org/Fridays for Future - https://fridaysforfuture.org/country/northern-ireland/2021-04-2532 min
SolasLife as a Teenager in ZimbabweWelcome to Solas! I'm so excited for this week's episode, with our amazing guest Grace (@sun.flo.wer_02). We're chatting all about life as a teenager in Zimbabwe and the similarities and differences between there and Northern Ireland! I know this episode is going to break down barriers. I hope and pray it educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference! Sorry about the loud noises throughout the episode, we had some audio issues.Editing & featuring original music by Sam HoltPlease follow us on Instagram @solaspodcast2021-04-1826 minSolasPeriod Poverty with Ellie MasseyWelcome to Solas! Thank you so much for the positive feedback we received on the last episode. We now have listeners in the UK, Australia, Poland, Ireland, USA and New Zealand! I'm so excited to introduce you to this episode's guest: Ellie (@elliemassey_mypcandidate). She is here to talk all about period poverty. I hope and pray this educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference.@solaspodcast on InstagramEdited and featuring original music by Sam Holt2021-04-1112 minSolasFast Fashion and Shopping EthicallyWelcome to the first episode of Solas! I am so excited to introduce you to the 3 amazing guests: Kristyn (@kristynanthonyyy), Beatrice (@_beatr1cevic) and Uainín (@uainin_cumiskey). I hope and pray that this will educate, entertain and encourage you to make a difference by bringing light to social justice issues.Music & Editing by Sam Holt2021-04-0419 min