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Here's Hoping with Jayda GTurning Climate Despair into Joyful Resistance with Ziya TongIn this episode of Here's Hoping, host Jada G. sits down with award-winning broadcaster, journalist, and environmental advocate Ziya Tong to explore the intersection of hope, science, and environmental activism. They trace Ziya’s journey from discovering a love for nature through David Attenborough documentaries to becoming a leading voice in climate science. The conversation spotlights her film Plastic People, which investigates the microplastics crisis, and her bestselling book The Reality Bubble, which reveals our environmental blind spots. Ziya shares inspiring stories—from meeting Jane Goodall to swimming with belugas—and offers thoughtful reflections on turning despair into action, using...2025-04-3054 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GRecipes for Life and Being Genre-Free with Denai MooreJamaican-British music artist and food writer, Denai Moore shares with Jayda how she balances her dual passions for music and food, as well as how her Jamaican roots shape her culinary creations and inspire hope and confidence in her music career. Denai discusses the creative processes behind her latest vegan Jamaican cookbook, Plentiful, and the shared emotional and spiritual experiences of songwriting and recipe creation. Jayda and Denai delve into creating community, exploring a nuanced cultural identity, and Denai’s reflections on how to start something new and take risks like a business by being attuned to and trusting yo...2025-04-2350 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GClimbing for World Medals and When Your Body Says No with Sasha DiGiulianToday Jayda sits down with world-renowned professional climber Sasha Digiulian. From early aspirations and overcoming significant challenges, including major surgeries and gender bias in climbing, Sasha shares her incredible journey with resilience and hope. Sasha lets Jayda in on the mantra that drives here and her transition from competitive climbing to outdoor adventures, and the pivotal moments that defined her career. As well as her reflections on working towards goals, and learning how to listen to your own body and say no. Sasha also opens up about embracing her femininity in a male-dominated sport, revealing personal experiences of sexism...2025-04-0954 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GChurch to Hedonism, Playful Poetry and Why Determinism Cultures Hope with James MassiahIn this engaging episode, James shares with Jayda his journey from growing up in the church to developing his unique philosophies and artistic expressions. The conversation delves into his transition away from religious beliefs, his exploration of hedonism, and how these themes manifest in his poetry. They also discuss the importance of community, sustainable pleasure, and artistic excellence. James sheds light on his upcoming projects and the philosophy of amoral egoism, emphasizing the importance of staying true to oneself and one's artistic vision. This episode offers deep insights for anyone interested in the interplay between art, identity, and hope.2025-04-0250 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBreak Ups & Boundaries in Friendships & Romantic Relationships with Michelle ElmanIn this episode Jayda and Michelle talk all things dating and break ups, both romantic and platonic! Michelle delves into her journey of setting boundaries, overcoming people-pleasing tendencies, and offers practical advice to our listeners on how to assert oneself in relationships and friendships. The conversation transitions into her personal experiences with breakups, particularly dealing with the aftermath of a recent infidelity, and the importance of maintaining clear communication and self-respect in such times as a form of self care and way to personally practice hope. Jayda and Michelle also talk about the often-overlooked complexities of friendship dynamics and...2025-03-2646 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GChild of Divorce, Immigrant Humor, Working Crowds & Writing Jokes with Gianmarco SoresiA huge comedy fan, Jayda is thrilled to meet New York-based comedian and actor Gianmarco Soresi in this episode. Where they discuss the vital role humour plays in survival, especially within immigrant and minority experiences, and how laughter can foster hope and resilience. Gianmarco shares his journey from being a theatre kid to a stand-up comedian, the impact of his upbringing and being a child of divorce on his comedic style, and the unique challenges of performing comedy across different venues and formats. He also delves into the nuances of crafting jokes about sensitive topics without causing harm, how...2025-03-1955 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GRunning for Mental Health, Making Wellness Inclusive for People of Colour & Being Authentic in the Music Industry with Charlie DarkIn this fascinating conversation, Charlie shares his profound journey through music and mental health with Jayda. Talking about the incredible highs he’s experienced as a DJ, but also the often unspoken harder parts of the industry, including the loneliness and depression he experienced. Diving deeper into his mental health, Charlie talks with Jayda about he was struggling the hardest at some of the most pivotal moments in his career, and how discovering running and yoga transformed his mental health. Jayda hears how the significant impact running had for Charlie, led him to found the urban ru...2025-03-1256 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GRecovery After Injury, Emotional Resilience, Gratitude Practice & Coming Out with Molly McCann-PearsonThis week Jayda is thrilled to welcome mixed martial arts champion Molly McCann Pearson. Molly reflects on her journey of first falling in love with martial arts, to playing football for Liverpool to then becoming an MMA champion. Jayda digs deep into Molly’s relationship with resilience, perseverance, and finding hope after injury. Molly explores how being from Liverpool and her family, especially her grandmother, shaped her life and how she has navigated the trials and tribulations of her career. Jayda asks how she first got into fighting and why being accepted into the gym was so important to he...2025-02-261h 01
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Venetia La MannaIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible fair fashion campaignerand co-founder of Remember Who Made Them, Venetia La Manna - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramVenetia La MannaJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's...2025-02-2110 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Louis VIIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible Rapper, Musician, Film Composer, Documentary Maker, Zoologist and Nature activist, Louis VI - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramLouis VIJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping...2025-02-1411 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Emma DabiriIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible writer, television presenter, lecturer and speaker, Emma Dabiri - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramEmma DabiriJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted...2025-02-0715 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GDecolonising Beauty with African Philosophy for Self-Worth with Emma DabiriJayda sits down with Emma Dabiri to hear her academically informed understanding of beauty and identity. As well as drawing on her own unique mixed Irish and Nigerian identify, Emma reflects on how her degrees in African Studies and History laid the foundation for her deep understanding of the impact of colonialism on how we perceive ourselves and our bodies. Emma shares her knowledge of global history and philosophy, tracing the emergence of racial hierarchies and explaining why Western culture’s emphasis on appearance stems from colonialism. She contrasts this with pre-colonial Yoruba philosophy, which prioritizes inner beauty and sh...2025-02-0542 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Damon GameauIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible film director, speaker, and author, Damon Gameau - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramDamon Gameau Jayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Aca...2025-01-3110 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GDreaming Climate Solutions with Kids, Your Inner Child & Creative Activism with Damon GameauIn this episode of Here’s Hoping, Jayda G chats with filmmaker Damon Gameau about his new documentary Future Council and his dedication to empowering kids to tackle climate challenges while staying hopeful. Damon shares how his latest project helps children overcome fears for the climate and their future by sharing ideas and calls to action with senior figures, and emotive oy engage them in taking meaningful action for the planet. Jayda and Damon discuss the power of children’s creativity and getting everyone to tap into the inner child to drive climate solutions, and shifting activism from fear-mongering to j...2025-01-2943 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Ben RebuckIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the amazing plant-based chef, Ben Rebuck - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramBen Rebuck Jayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast...2025-01-2420 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Rachel Elizabeth CargleIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the inspiring Rachel Elizabeth Cargle, an author, activist, entrepreneur, and philanthropic innovator - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramRachel CargleJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast...2025-01-1716 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Lady ShakaIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible DJ and interdisciplinary artist of Pacific Island, Māori, and Cape Verdean descent - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramLady ShakaJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's...2025-01-1015 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GJayda and Mia (Our Producer!)'s End of Year Special Q&AIn our this end of year special, Jayda sits down with Here’s Hoping’s producer Mia Zur-Szpiro to discuss together the making of the podcast, what it has been like working together, what they have learned about one another, but also themselves, through doing the podcast. They also discuss their favourite episodes, which guests made them think the most and how making the podcast has impacted their relationship with hope. They also tease some upcoming episodes releasing in the new year!!Follow Mia ZippoarahFollow Jayda GFollow Here's Hoping Podcast2024-12-1850 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Emma ArmstrongIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible creative visionary, entrepreneur and the founder of the naked doula brand, Emma Armstrong - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramEmma ArmstrongJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's...2024-12-1315 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Jide MaduakoIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible entrepreneur and founder of the adventure community 'Versus Everyone', Jide Maduako - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJide Maduako Jayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcas...2024-12-0610 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GTrekking Everest & Building Adventure Communities with Jide MaduakoJide shares with Jayda how he got into outdoors adventuring that has seen him go everywhere from Morocco to Everest, and how he credits his mum for his entrepreneurial and adaptive character. He talks about the importance of creating the spaces you want yourself and why community is at the core of hope for him, Jayda and Jide also talk about both being black people who love being in the outdoors but why it isn’t always accessible to POC people in the West and so why Jide has built a community that makes going on outdoors adventures both a...2024-12-0447 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Jimanekia EbornIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible Sexual Assault & Trauma Expert, Trauma Media Consultant, and Comprehensive Sex Educator Jimanekia Eborn - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJimanekia Eborn Jayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's...2024-11-2919 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Ixta BelfrageIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible Chef and author of book 'MEZCLA', Ixta Belfrage - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramIxta BelfrageJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted...2024-11-2215 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Ben HurstIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible activist, educator, host, presenter, model and Director of Facilitation and Training at Beyond Equality - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramBen HurstJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere...2024-11-1514 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Xiye BastidaIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible climate justice activist and mobilizer Xiye Bastida - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramXiye BastidaJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Aca...2024-11-0811 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GEnvironmental Teenage Defenders & Indigenous Stewarding of Nature with Xiye BastidaWe meet the truly impressive young coinage activist Xiye who shares with Jayda how living on the frontlines of climate change in her native Mexico led to her becoming a climate activist, how this was always a part of her parents and her Indigenous activists parent’s life, but how moving to New York after her home was flooded and getting involved with Fridays for Future and connecting to Greta Thurnberg cemented her destiny. Xiye talks about her indigenous identity and the values that are a core part of her and how that drives her activism work and why sh...2024-11-0600 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x MINAIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible music artist, producer and DJ, Mina - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramMINAJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Acast. See ac...2024-11-0111 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Emma Slade EdmonsonIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible sustainable fashion strategist and ethical brand consultant, Emma Slade Edmonson - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramEmma Slade EdmonsonJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcas...2024-10-2518 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GSlow Fashion & Mixed-Race Identity with Emma Slade EdmonsonIn this episode Emma and Jayda share their own experiences of being mixed-race and why being able to talk about their experiences and creating the space to do so as Emma is with her podcast and book is so important. As well as how creating a platform around talking about mixed race identities and bringing people together connects to cultivating hope for her, through making people feel less alone. Emma also shares what it was like being raised by white parents as a mixed-race kid and shares a lot of fascinating, and hard-hitting, information around past...2024-10-2336 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Ruby RareIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible writer, presenter, broadcaster and all-round sex and relationships expert, Ruby Rare - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramRuby RareJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcas...2024-10-1815 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x JAGUARIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible broadcaster, DJ and journalist, Jaguar - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJaguarJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast...2024-10-1117 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Sol GuyIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible award-winning producer and director in filmmaking, Sol Guy - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramSol Guy Jayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted...2024-10-0416 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Gail MullerIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible adventurer, author, speaker and coach, Gail Muller - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramGail Muller Jayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Aca...2024-09-2709 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GOvercoming Chronic Pain with Gail MullerIn this truly uplifting and expansive episode, Gail shares with Jayda her personal experiences with chronic pain and how she found the hope to overcome being told she would never be able to walk again. With that Gail tells Jayda her unbelievable stories of adventuring from everywhere from the Appalachian Trail to Alaska and her relationship with hope whilst conquering such journeys, but also the immense role the outdoors and being in the wild has had on hope itself. Gail also shares with Jayda her experience of getting a late diagnosis of ADHD and the impact of learning you...2024-09-2559 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x George The PoetIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible award winning spoken word performer and sociopolitical poet and author, George The Poet - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramGeorge The Poet Jayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere...2024-09-2016 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x James CorbinIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the amazing high fashion model, activist and creative director, James Corbin - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJames Corbin Jayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Ho...2024-09-1310 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Karen ArthurIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the amazing Podcast host of Menopause Whilst Black, activist and retreat founder, Karen Arthur - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GKaren Arthur Mia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping...2024-09-0612 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Sam SutariaIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the amazing CEO and founding member of media and film platform Waterbear, Sam Sutaria - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GSam Sutaria Mia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping...2024-08-3011 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Courtney BrameIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the amazing emotional wellness practioner and founder of Something Positive For positive people, Courtney Brame - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GCourtney BrameMia Zur-SzpiroHere's...2024-08-2312 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Willow DefebaughIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible queer and climate activist, and co-founder of Atmos, Willow Defebaugh - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GWillow DefebaughMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast...2024-08-1613 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Michaël BrunIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible grammy-winning Haitian producer & DJ, Michaël Brun - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GMichaël BrunMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted o...2024-08-0914 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Cosmo SheldrakeIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible multi-instrumentalist, producer, composer, live improviser, and field recordist, Cosmo Sheldrake - what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GCosmo SheldrakeMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast...2024-08-0206 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GListening to Nature with Cosmo SheldrakeIn this episode, Jayda and Cosmo talk about how they interweave their music with their love and fascination with nature. Cosmo also shares his role in campaigning for the publishing rights of nature, for nature to earn from the music it is featured in. We hear Jayda and Cosmo discuss why giving nature legal rights like this is essential in preserving and protecting the living world. Cosmo also shares his thoughts around artists donating parts of their profits and why looking to fungi, appreciating how interconnected we all are, plants and humans, is what gives him a sense of...2024-07-3150 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Stephanie YeboahIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia chat about this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the brilliant content creator, author, presenter, freelance writer, public speaker, plus-size model, and body image and self-love advocate, Stephanie Yeboah, what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GStephanie Yeboah Mia...2024-07-2613 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Alice AedyIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia chat about this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the brilliant Documentary director, producer and co-founder, Alice Aedy, what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GAlice Aedy Mia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Aca...2024-07-1912 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x TihaneIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia chat about this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible performance artist, public speaker and creative director Tihane, what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GTihaneMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Aca...2024-07-1212 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Cherif KhouryIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia chat about this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible photographer, producer and director, Cherif Khoury, what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GCherif Khoury Mia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Acast...2024-07-0507 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Katie GreenIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia chat about this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible visual artist Katie Green, what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GKatie Green Mia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted...2024-06-2815 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GLong Lasting Friendships with Katie GreenJayda is joined by her best friend Katie Green. Revisiting how they met many years back in Vancouver, Jayda and Katie discuss what are the core factors to friendships lasting, as well as how friendships are a huge part of their relationship with hope. Katie also shares how embracing the unknown is the foundation of hope for her and how both making art, and bringing others into the process of creating, has been her most important journey and healer. Follow Katie GreenFollow Jayda GFollow Here's Hoping PodcastM...2024-06-2645 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x Leah ThomasIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia chat about this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our first episode with the incredible climate activist Leah Thomas, what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...2024-06-2115 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GIntersectional Environmentalism with Leah ThomasIn this episode I talk to Leah all about what intersectional environmentalism is and why environmental activism has to take race and other identities into consideration. We also talk about the importance of community to have hope why Leah started her music gathering Earth Sessions to provide the gathering and faith that people struggle to find if they aren’t religious. We also share our experiences and opinions on social media, when it can be positive and support your sense of hope and when it is detrimental. We also have a fascinating discussion about the intersection of gender, nature an...2024-06-1953 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x ElijahIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia chat about this week's episode! We share our thoughts on this episode with the incredible Creative Consultant, Writer and DJ, Elijah, what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...2024-06-1417 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GStaying Curiously Creative with ElijahLondon Grime OG Elijah shares advice on how to stay creative and his secret for overcoming blocks to sharing your art. Elijah and Jayda also discuss whether hope and privilege are connected and finding your own way in music.Follow Elijah Follow Jayda GFollow Here's Hoping PodcastMore on our guest: Make The Ting Album Butterz LabelElijah is a Creative Consultant, Writer and DJ with 15 years of experience in the Independent Music and Arts sector in London. He writes...2024-06-1248 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS - Here’s Thinking x Danni WashingtonIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia chat about this week's episode! We share our thoughts on this episode with the incredible Marine Biologist and Educator Danni Washington, what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...2024-06-0712 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GBONUS: Here's Thinking x ALUNAIn Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia chat about this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our first episode with the incredible music artist ALUNA, what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda G Mia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...2024-05-3108 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GValuing Your Voice with ALUNAAward winning musician and vocalist ALUNA shares with Jayda how she found the courage to pursue singing and how she’s learnt to surround herself with the kind of people that invest in, rather than drain, her energy. Jayda and Aluna share their experiences of being Black women in dance music and how the genre has the capacity to give anyone hope when they need it. Listen to the end for Aluna's song choice for hope!Follow AlunaAluna's MYCELLIUM albumFollow Here's Hoping on InstagramFollow Jayda G on...2024-05-2953 min
Here's Hoping with Jayda GHere's Hoping Trailer! In this trailer episode, Jayda tells us all about how she came up with the idea for the podcast, how she understands hope and a taste of the amazing guests in this first season. We also meet our producer Mia and hear how she and Jayda serendipitously came to work together. About us: Jayda G, the Grammy-nominated writer, producer, DJ, environmental toxicologist, campaigner and broadcaster. She has recently embarked on a life changing journey whilst undertaking filming for the forthcoming feature-length documentary ‘Blue Carbon’, which took her to the front lines of the climat...2024-05-2113 min
It’s Become a Whole ThingWe Need to Talk About My Favourite Murder w/Jayda HopeWe’re joined by Jayda of Girl, You Haven’t Heard?? podcast and taking a break from our usual programming to discuss the many controversies of the true crime comedy podcast worth over $100 million dollars – the astronomically popular My Favorite Murder. We break down their decline, many controversies and the backlash they’re currently receiving.
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Girl, You Haven't Heard??Winnipeg Police Officer Threatens Civilian and Gets PROMOTED??Richard Comte is an officer with the Winnipeg Police Service who initially began working for the force in 2002. In 2015, he found himself in quite a mess which he created all on his own. He and officer Andrew Tighe -Yes the same Andrew Tighe who was caught drunk driving- were responsible for investigating a sexual assault that had occurred at the Green Brier Inn which occurred in October of that same year. Richard’s unethical, threatening, problematic and questionable attempts at obtaining video surveillance footage would later come under fire, and he would be the subject of a LERA (Law En...2023-07-1714 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Black Canadian Leader is a SELLOUT??Josiah Henson is held in high regard in both Black Canadian and American history, despite being somewhat of a sellout. Born into enslavement in America, he was known on the plantation as a hard worker, and trustworthy. For this reason, he was able to work both on and off the property. He would often leave by himself, and for a long time made no attempt to run away. At one point, he even bartered his freedom with his enslaver, in exchange for helping over a dozen Black folks remain enslaved. During the latter part of his life, it becomes...2023-07-0222 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??All Charges Against Hodan Hashi's Murderer DROPPED??On April 11th, 2023, Paige Theriault-Fischer, the woman who murdered Hodan Hashi, had all charges stayed. The statement put out by the prosecution's office makes it clear that they have no intentions of reopening the case, or charging Paige with anything. Less than six months after stealing a life, Paige is free and clear; she gets to go on with the rest of her life as if nothing happened, meanwhile the Hashi's lives are permanently altered.
I had the privilege of heading from the Hashi family directly, through Hodan's sister Fartun. Her input, and her family's input is included throughout...2023-05-0130 min
It’s Become a Whole Thing46. The Worst of the Worst: Love is Blind Season 3 w/Jayda Hope of Girl, You Haven’t Heard?? PodcastWe’re joined by Jayda hope to discuss the downward spiral of Love is Blind: from the hopeful premise of season one’s “love beyond looks” to the dumpster fire that was season 3's Love is Blind. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/2023-03-071h 02It’s Become a Whole ThingLove is Blind Season 3: The Worst of the Worst w/Jayda Hope of Girl, You Haven’t Heard?? PodcastWe’re joined by Jayda hope to discuss the downward spiral of Love is Blind: from the hopeful premise of season one’s “love beyond looks” to the dumpster fire that was season 3’s Love is Blind.We dissect the most shocking moments between each couple and the often spellbinding and troubling themes that this show and reality tv is now prone to showcasing. We discuss the drama of After the Altar and what they’ve been up to in the months since the show which, in the case of SK & Raven was cheating, and in the case of Alexa & Bren...2023-03-071h 02
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Did She REALLY BURN Down Old Montreal?Marie Joseph Angelique is hands down one of the most misunderstood women in Canadian history. She was enslaved at a young age in Portugal before being forcibly transported to Montreal. Marie knew that her enslavement was wrong and immoral. She regularly rebelled in every way that she could and would admit to everything she did, without hesitation. She was the living embodiement of rebellion, and white Montrealers despised her for it. When the great Montreal fires of 1734 occurred, everyone was quick to blame Angelique, but she maintained her innocence. No one believed her, and she was tortured until she...2023-02-1826 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Was Viola Desmond REALLY The Canadian Rosa Parks??Viola was an extremely successful business woman who did everything in her power to propel Black women forward during a time period when they were intentionally being left behind. Viola Desmond was one of the many Black women who bravely and actively fought Canadian segregation, in a time where many were denying the fact that it even existed. When she eventually made her way to the Roseland Theatre, one of the many places in Nova Scotia that had unofficial segregation, she sat in the whites only section on the main floor as she was nearsighted. When she was told...2023-02-0821 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Melanie Ethier Has Been MISSING For 20+ Years??In September of 1996, 15-year-old Melanie left her friend’s home at around 2AM to make the 10 minute walk home. While walking home, she vanished without a trace. While public pressure was high, it seemed as if everything was being done to bring closure to her family. Once the public pressure lessened, the Ethier family was left doing the majority of the work themselves, of course with community support. Police ignored countless eyewitness testimonies that could have led them closer to finding Melanie, figuring out what happened to her, or who took her. She has been missing longer than I ha...2023-02-0621 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Carrie Best SHATTERED Racist Canadian StereotypesCarrie Best grew up in Nova Scotia in a time where racism, segregation, and controlling stereotypes ran the province. Her parents were never given the opportunity to pursue formal education, and so they encouraged all of their children to go after what they wanted, regardless of the obstacles that were placed in their way due to systemic racism. Carrie's business and education prospects were extremely limited to 'women's work', but she refused to be forced into that box, she was a talented writer and storyteller so she pursued that full force. She and her son created The Clarion, Nova...2023-02-0520 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Black Couple CREATED The Underground Railroad?Thornton and Lucie Blackburn were an enslaved couple who changed both Canadian and American history forever. They met while enslaved, fell in love, got married and managed to escape not once, but twice after finding out their enslaver had plans to permanently separate them. Everything they did was rooted in love and care for themselves, each other, and their Black community. Once they made their way to Toronto, they created the first Taxi company to exist on 'Canadian' soil. They were extremely financially successful, and used all of their success to support the same community which helped them experience...2023-02-0424 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??First Black Canadian Business Owner was ENSLAVED??Marie Marguerite Rose was enslaved her whole life, but she was enslaved in Canada for two decades. The Loppinot family whom enslaved her, forced her to work as a house slave. She cleaned, she cooked and she took care of their 12 children, all against her will. After 19 years of enslavement, she was set free by her enslaver but the reason why is unknown. In two years of freedom, Marie fell in love, she got married, she rented a home with an Indigenous man -who had also recently been freed from enslavement-, and ran a successful business. At this time...2023-02-0317 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Canada SHAMED Into Ending Slavery??In an effort to build up the population in Canada in the late 1700’s, the Canadian government allowed white folks from all over to bring their ‘property’ into Canada, and do what they pleased with it. This included stolen, enslaved Africans. Chloe Cooley was one of the first recorded women in Canadian history to publicly oppose, and resist her enslaver. The Canadian government acted appalled at Adam Vrooman’s public abuse of his ‘property’, and so they were quite literally shamed into ending the practice of enslavement, but they did so in a way that protected the rights of the enslaver...2023-02-0220 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Sean Cassidy | Winnipeg Cop Who Does What He WantsSean Cassidy is a Sargent with the Winnipeg Police Service who has been working with the force for over 20 years. In the past five years, he has been hit with a slue of charges based on three different incidents for crimes from fraud to assault causing serious bodily harm and many in-between. Sean has received virtually no consequences for his actions despite the immense amounts of harm he has caused to the very community he claims to be serving. His actions continue to be justified and he continues to be praised throughout legal processes where he is supposed to...2023-01-0931 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??The Berry Family Christmas MassacreOn December 25th, 2017, Andrew Berry, and his two daughters 6-year-old Chloe and 4-year-old Aubrey were found in their Oak Bay British Columbia apartment brutally stabbed. When first responders arrived on the scene, each of them were in a separate rooms and the apartment was in absolute chaos with blood everywhere. It was clear that something horrible had happened to this family and they had all been attacked. The reason why was unclear, who did it was also unclear, and why they chose to attack on Christmas Day left everyone even more confused than ever. In this episode we discuss...2023-01-0236 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Canada's Version of The Help | The West Indian Domestic SchemeAfter the enslavement era ended in Canada, rich white families had no one to tend to their home, raise their children, and take care of all things domestic. This coincided with the second wave of feminism that rocked the country and had white women rebelling against everything domestic, anything that was influenced by patriarchal standards and ideals. The Canadian government, and their wealthy friends realized that they needed to fix this labour gap, and so they turned to the Caribbean islands to meet their demand. They advertised this program as a great opportunity when in reality, it was exploitative...2022-12-2529 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Hodan Hashi’s MURDERER is Already Home?? | Case UpdateOn Saturday November 5th, 2022, Black Somali Muslim Canadian woman, Hodan Hashi, was brutally attacked and murdered by Paige Theriault-Fisher in a busy nightclub in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Despite having clear video evidence proving Paige took Hodan's life, the initial charge of second degree murder was downgraded to manslaughter, and in a place like Saskatoon, the only reason that happened is institutional racism. Paige was let out on $5,000 bail, and her case has been adjudicated until January. She was let out before Hodan's family even had a chance to fly her body back home to Ottawa, let alone lay her...2022-12-2515 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Ant Hill Kids | The Most HORRIFIC Cult You've NEVER Heard OfThe Ant Hill Kids is one of the most brutal, gruesome cults of all time. But, because of its Canadian origin, it is one that is rarely ever discussed. Roch Therriault was born and raised in an abusive religious family, he quickly became a product of his environment. Learning how to manipulate those around him, and using religion as a means of doing so. He studied church leaders, and modeled his preaching's after them. He was a charming, charismatic man, who used that to his complete advantage.
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Girl, You Haven't Heard??Let's Talk About the Rumours Within the Shanquella Robinson CaseOn November 29th, 2022, I and many others reported that Daejhanae Jackson had been arrested in the femicide of Shanquella Robinson. This information came from Gerardo Zuniga, a Mexican investigative journalist from MetropoliMX. He was the reporter who leaked the exclusive police report which stated that events had varied a lot from what the autopsy said. Nobody had any reason to doubt him, until authorities on both sides of the border refused to confirm Daejhanae had been arrested, and the website with his article went down less than 12 hours after posting the claim she had been arrested. Now that there...2022-12-1228 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??A Deep Dive into Canada's Racist Immigration Policies | The Ban on Black ImmigrationCanada has had very discriminatory immigration policies, and continues to have them. In 1911, a ban on Black immigration was proposed and approved by the Liberal Party of Canada. The push to pass this law, came from the increase in attacks and murders against Black folks in Oklahoma. They were searching for a new place to live, and saw Canada as an option. The country was pushing for an increase in immigrants to help colonize the west, BUT they did not want Black people. The government of Canada did, and continues to do everything they can to limit, restrict, and...2022-12-1235 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??What REALLY Happened to Shanquella Robinson? | Attacked by 'Friends' and Abandoned in MexicoOn October 28th, 2022 Shanquella Robinson and a group of her six 'friends' (Khalil Cook, Malik Dwyer, Wenter Donovan, Alysse Hyatt, Daejhanae Jackson, and Nazeer Wiggins) left for their weekend Mexican vacation which they had been planning since June. Less than 24 hours after arriving in Cabo, Shanquella's parents back in Charlotte, North Carolina received a call from Khalil that their beloved daughter had passed away due to alcohol poisoning. Her parents did not at all believe this, and yet Mexican and American authorities refused to look further into the case. Shanquella's parents got an autopsy done and it became extremely...2022-12-041h 10
Girl, You Haven't Heard??It Took 12 Years to Ban This RACIST Book? | Little Black SamboThe Little Black Sambo is a wildly racist, and problematic children's book written by Helen Bannerman. The book was first published in 1899, and it achieved international levels of success almost immediately. It even recieved an animated film adaptation. It quickly worked its way into Canadian classrooms and libraries, where teachers praised the book for its representation, and it acted as a vessel for implementing racist ideals and imagery into the minds and hearts of non-Black children at an early age. In 1944, Daniel Braithwaite began his quest for Toronto to be the first school division in the world to ban...2022-11-2832 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??How Did This Teenage Love Triangle Go Wrong?? | Salmon Arm MurderThis week we are discussing the Salmon Arm teenage love triangle that went wrong. 17-year-old Monica Sikorski was dating 22-year-old Tyler Myers. Both individuals were born and raised in Salmon Arm British Columbia, a very small town, where everyone knew each other fairly well. To others, Tyler and Monica seemed like an extremely happy couple, and Tyler absolutely adored Monica. He often talked about wanting to build a better life for not only himself, but for Monica as well. Sometime in 2008, Monica began to cheat on Tyler with a 16 year old schoolmate. Monica and her secondary boyfriend, eventually came up...2022-11-2125 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Hogan's Alley | Black Vancouver Community Systemically DestroyedHogan's Alley was a thriving Black community in Vancouver that was created in the Strathcona area after Black folks were unable to secure housing elsewhere due to racism. This community was small, but extremely successful and vital to supporting the growth of Black women and their entrepreneurial endeavors. Vie Moore and Nora Hendrix -the grandmother of Jimi Hendrix- were vital and well loved members of the community who did what they could to ensure that everyone felt welcomed. Hogan's Alley did not get the supports they deserved and it was made clear from the very beginning that their presence was...2022-11-1432 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Somali Canadian Woman Hodan Hashi Murdered in Busy Nightclub | Saskatoon, SaskatchewanOn Saturday, November 5th 2022, Hodan Hashi was brutally murdered at LIT Nightclub in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan by Paige Theriault-Fisher in a club full of people. No one stepped in to help, no one stopped the fight, instead, people pulled out their phones to record the last moments of Hodan’s life, while encouraging Paige to continue her brutal attack which would result in Hodan’s death. After everyone rushed out of the club, those who took videos immediately posted them across all social media platforms showing no regard for Hodan’s life, showing no respect for her, her family, or her friend...2022-11-1328 min
Grow The F!*+ UpGrow The F!*+ Up!Grow The F!*+ Up is a podcast hosted by me, Jayda, trying to get a little insight on "Growing up;" how you did it, how you're doing it, and what it means to you.
Founded in the early days of 2021, Grow The F!*+ Up came from many restless nights. I was consumed by so many thoughts: "where am I going wrong," "why did I say that," "I don't know what I should be doing..."
I thought I was doing my best but, still I was told, "you need to GROW UP," "you're not doing it r...2022-09-2818 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Peter Nygard | The Downfall of the Canadian Epstein | Part 3Peter Nygard is an infamous Winnipegger who used his money, and power for his own sick and twisted greed and fulfillment. He is often referred to as the Canadian Jeffery Epstein, due to his vast sexual based assaults, the fact that he had many high status friends and colleagues (ranging from former U.S. President George Bush, Actor Sean Connery, Former Prime Ministers Jean Chretein, and Brian Mulroney, world famous pop star Michael Jackson, and more), but primarily the way he used the Caribbean Islands of the Bahamas as his own personal playground for pedophilia, rape, and made his...2022-04-2456 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Peter Nygard | He Was Able to Get Away With WHAT? | Part 2Peter Nygard is an infamous Winnipegger who used his money, and power for his own sick and twisted greed and fulfillment. He is often referred to as the Canadian Jeffery Epstein, due to his vast sexual based assaults, the fact that he had many high status friends and colleagues (ranging from former U.S. President George Bush, Actor Sean Connery, Former Prime Ministers Jean Chretein, and Brian Mulroney, world famous pop star Michael Jackson, and more), but primarily the way he used the Caribbean Islands of the Bahamas as his own personal playground for pedophilia, rape, and made his...2022-04-231h 06
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Peter Nygard | Is This Infamous Winnipegger Really The Canadian Jeffrey Epstein? | Part 1Peter Nygard is an infamous Winnipegger who used his money, and power for his own sick and twisted greed and fulfillment. He is often referred to as the Canadian Jeffery Epstein, due to his vast sexual based assaults, the fact that he had many high status friends and colleagues (ranging from former U.S. President George Bush, Actor Sean Connery, Former Prime Ministers Jean Chretein, and Brian Mulroney, world famous pop star Michael Jackson, and more), but primarily the way he used the Caribbean Islands of the Bahamas as his own personal playground for pedophilia, rape, and made his...2022-04-2149 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Yonge Street Protest of 1992 | Was This Black Led Protest Unnecessarily Criticized and Criminalized?In 1992, in response to the verdict in the L.A. based Rodney King case as well as the murder of 22 year old Raymond Constantine Lawrence, the Toronto based Black Action Defense Committee (or BADC) decided to organize and lead a peaceful protest. Due to the actions of young white men, the protest quickly turned violent and Black folks bared the brunt of the backlash, while the white perpetrators were able to skate by with ease. The Toronto Police used the 1992 protest as a justification for further violence, policing and mistreatment against Black communities and individuals. In this episode we...2022-04-1337 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Cody Severight | Was Another Person Really Hit and Killed by a Drunk WPS Employee?In 2017, 23-year old Cody Severight was crossing a street downtown when he was hit by drunk driving Winnipeg Police Detective Justin Holz. Justin had been out drinking with buddies from just before 5PM until 8PM when he decided to get into his car and speed through the streets of downtown Winnipeg reaching 100KM/H. After hitting Cody, Justin didn't stop, he didn't call 911, he sped up to 129KM/H, leaving Cody in the street to suffer and eventually die. Justin was eventually formally charged, and sentenced to 30 months in jail in 2019. But he actually recieved full parole privileges only a...2022-04-0640 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??The Manitoban Independent Investigative Unit: Do They Even Serve A Purpose Beyond Protecting the Police?The Manitoban Independent Investigative Unit was created after the urgent public pressure was mounting on the province to act after the murder of Crystal Taman at the hands of Derek Harvey Zenk. For a long time it was a concept and on June 18th of 2015, it actually became active. This unit ideally, was created to hold police accountable for this mis-actions, especially when officers act as judge, jury and executioner as they too often do. In practice, all this unit has done is acted as another layer of protection for police throughout the province and prevented families of harmed loved...2022-03-2436 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Winnipeg Police Officers Caught Drunk Driving Part 2 | Andrew Tighe and Michael Richard HawleyWinnipeg Police Officers have perpetual issues with driving drunk and in 2017, a handful of officers were actually arrested after they had been caught doing exactly that. None of the officers arrested received any real sort of consequence, and throughout their court proceedings they all remained employed by the WPS despite their obvious offence. The other intriguing aspect to officers caught driving under the influence in 2017, is that they were all working for the service for 15+ years, and so at this point they assumed they were immune to either getting caught drunk driving or being charged with such by a fellow...2022-03-2329 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Winnipeg Police Officers Caught Drunk Driving Part 1 | Jason Garrett and Leslie McRaeWinnipeg Police Officers have perpetual issues with driving drunk and in 2017, a handful of officers were actually arrested after they had been caught doing exactly that. None of the officers arrested received any real sort of consequence, and throughout their court proceedings they all remained employed by the WPS despite their obvious offence. The other intriguing aspect to officers caught driving under the influence in 2017, is that they were all working for the service for 15+ years, and so at this point they assumed they were immune to either getting caught drunk driving or being charged with such by a...2022-03-2225 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Crystal Taman Sveinson | Did the Death of a Loving Mother and Wife At The Hands of Drunk Winnipeg Police Officer Really Lead to the Abolition of the East St. Paul Police Force?Crystal Sveinson was a 40-year-old mother and wife who was struck and killed by drunk driver Derek Harvey-Zenk (Who later legally changed his named to HarveyMordenZenk) in the early hours of Feburary 25th, 2005. At the time of the crash, Derek was a constable with the Winnipeg Police Service and was good friends with East. St. Paul police chief at the time, Harry Bakema. Derek was covered and protected by the East St. Paul police service, the Winnipeg Police Service and essentially all parties who were involved in the initial investigation. The cover-up was so immense that Derek ended up...2022-01-1246 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Highway of Tears Part 2 | The B.C. Area Where Serial Killers Have Been Active For Over 50 Years and Majority of The Cases Are Cold and Remain UnsolvedHighway Of Tears is a strip of land which is approximately 724km long in British Columbia that stretches from Prince Rupert to Prince George. Since 1969, and possibly sooner, primarily Indigenous women, estimates are anywhere between 18 and over 40, have gone missing or have been found murdered along the Highway Of Tears. It is an area where serial killers both known and unknown are active. They continue to be active with no consequences and no real concern of being caught because majority of the targets are Indigenous women and girls and based on BC history the police in that area do...2022-01-0858 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??The Highway of Tears Part 1 | The B.C. Area Where Serial Killers Have Been Active For Over 50 Years and Majority of The Cases Are Cold and Remain UnsolvedThe Highway Of Tears is a strip of land which is approximately 724km long in British Columbia that stretches from Prince Rupert to Prince George. Since 1969, and possibly sooner, primarily Indigenous women, estimates are anywhere between 18 and over 40, have gone missing or have been found murdered along the Highway Of Tears. It is an area where serial killers both known and unknown are active. They continue to be active with no consequences and no real concern of being caught because majority of the targets are Indigenous women and girls and based on BC history the police in that area...2021-12-082h 00
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Did You Know The First Race Riot in "North American" History Happened in Nova Scotia against Black Loyalists and Freed African Folks? | 'Canadian' Black History You Were Purposely Never TaughtThe Shelburne Race Riots were the outcome of the British Government's inability to care about anything besides their appearance to their peers and the well being of white people under their rulership. The evacuation of the British from 'America' at the end of 1782, caused an increase in Black people brought to the 'Canadian' side of the colonial border, especially in the spring of 1783. It did not take long at all for racial tensions to reach a boiling point on July 26th of 1784. Reports say that the riots occurred for a week, but attacks against Black people in the area continued...2021-11-1729 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??The Kidnapping of Asja and Milan Johnson | Brought to Canada and Missing Since 2014 | A True Crime Case That Needs Your HelpMichael and Dazelle Johnson have four children together; Cruz, Morgan, Asja and Milan. In 2014, Dazelle, took the children from their hometown of Nassau, Bahamas and brought them to Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Asja and Milan were just 6 and 2 years old at the time of their disappearance. No one has spoken to or seen the two young girls and their mother since 2015. Despite infinite resources and extensive amounts of funding, Canadian police and other governmental funded groups have been unable to locate the trio, despite believing they remain in 'Canada' to this day. Public assistance and awareness is required to...2021-10-2818 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??The City of Halifax Terrorized The Free Black Community of Africville For HOW Long?? | Africvillian Resistance, Haligonian Racism and One of The Longest Civil Rights Protests in 'Canadian' HistoryAfricville acted as a safe haven for previously enslaved Black folks from across "Canada", "America" and The Caribbean. Black folks were unable to secure housing within city limits due to racism and being denied the opportunity to rent or secure housing by white folks who reaped the benefits of a city built up by the same people they were violent towards. The Haligonian government did everything in their power to harm the Africvillians who were simply just trying to be happy and create stability for themselves and their families. This town was eventually destroyed by the same government who forced...2021-10-1451 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??Robert Pickton Wasn't The Only B.C. Serial Killer Active in The 90's?| The Hemlock Valley MurdersThroughout the 1990's, "Canada" had a major issue with serial killers; but this problem was especially amplified in British Columbia. These killers were specifically targeting Black and Indigenous female sex workers who worked and lived in the East Hastings area. Most have heard of Robert Pickton, but what most people are not aware is that there were many others who were also active at this time and remain free and possibly still killing up until this day. This case highlights the lack of care, consideration and protection given to sex workers in general but especially those who are Black...2021-09-1522 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??The Government Did What To Keep Black People Out of Canada?! | Amber Valley and Black ExcellenceThe 'Canadian' government was and continues to be racist. The extensive lengths in which the government went to keep Black people out of 'Canada' were ridiculous and essentially endless. Amber Valley was one of many successful Black communities established in Alberta in the early 1900's despite the governmental efforts to curate an all white nation. This episode discusses the policies, laws and problematic measures in which the government took to keep Black folks out of the country, but specifically the west; with the main focus remaining on how Amber Valley was still able to thrive despite all of the systemic...2021-09-0844 min
Girl, You Haven't Heard??The Disapperance of Tatianna Cuevas: Was She Kidnapped By Her Father? A Case that Needs Your Help.5 Year Old Tatianna Cuevas left for vacation with her father John Cuevas on July 29th, 2018. They were last seen on August 4th 2018, despite having an August 12th return date. Three years have now passed and neither of them have been sighted and their families have not heard from them. The media, and the police have not been effective or efficient in providing Kristen with the help and supports needed to bring her daughter home. This podcast was made with the full consent and support of Tatianna's mother, Kristen Allen, who has not given up hope and needs your help to...2021-09-0124 min