Jann and Sarah discuss the devastating wildfires in Maui, North West Territories and Kelowna. This prompts Jann to think about her emergency evacuation plans and what she would do in an emergency. Sarah and Jann review some emergency preparedness tips from the organization Ready for Wildfire and Red Cross. To our friends in British Columbia, follow evacuation orders and find more information HERE. To our friends in North West Territories, find more information HERE. Stay safe out there!
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World On Fire

THE JANN ARDEN PODCAST is a weekly show hosted by multi-talented Canadian icon Jann Arden alongside Caitlin Green and Sarah Burke. The self-titled podcast discusses the challenges, triumphs, and tribulations of everyday life. Every week, you can expect a relatable experience that explores what makes all humans authentically themselves with a variety of special guests including musicians, actors, politicians, writers, and athletes. New episodes publish every Friday!

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Ziya Tong returns to the show this week! In case you're not familiar, she is an award-winning author and broadcaster, best known for her work with Discovery’s flagship science show, Daily Planet, and NOVA ScienceNow on PBS. She is the author of the best-selling book The Reality Bubble, which was shortlisted for Canada’s most prestigious non-fiction literary prize, and won the Lane Anderson Award for best science writing. Ziya served as the Vice Chair of WWF Canada and currently serves as a trustee of WWF International. Ziya co-directed a new documentary called Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics with Ben Addelman, and she stars alongside Executive Producer Rick Smith.
"We live in a time where some of our greatest threats are invisible. Like the climate crisis, microplastic pollution cannot be: it spans the globe, chokes up rivers and animals, and insidiously infiltrates the human body. As a science journalist and author, I have been reporting on the threat of plastic for almost two decades and believe that now more than ever, we need to reveal the connection between planetary health and human health, which is why I’ve put my own body on the line for the “Plastic People” project. As part of my journey, I will test my own home, my own food, and even my own feces for microplastics. We are very fortunate to also have a world-first for this project, as we meet surgeons and scientists who are probing the human brain to reveal whether microplastics can cross the blood-brain barrier. The results of testing here will be incredibly significant."
Jann, Caitlin and Ziya discuss the dangers of microplastics in our bodies and the environment. Ziya shares that microplastics are found everywhere, including in our blood, placenta, and even the human brain. They discuss the impacts to our health such as increased risk of stroke, heart attack, and cancer. Ziya emphasizes the need for individual and collective action to reduce plastic consumption and advocates for joining organizations that are working towards solving the plastics crisis.
Ziya and her team are still raising money for the documentary's impact campaign and they plan to release a podcast to delve deeper into the dark secrets and stories of the plastics industry. You can support the campaign HERE.
You can even plan your own screening for this important documentary HERE.
Find an upcoming screening near you:
Vancouver
May 24 - VIFF Centre
May 25 - Rio Theatre
May 25 - VIFF Centre
May 26 - VIFF Centre
May 29 - VIFF Centre
Toronto
May 28 - The Royal Theatre
June 1 - Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
June 2 - Revue Cinema
June 11 - Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
St. Catherine's, Ontario
June 25 & 30 - The Film House
Stream the documentary HERE.
Jann also wanted to share the link to the donut shop she mentioned in this episode, Donut Party.
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Ziya Tong: Shiny Plastic People

Rick Mercer is back to discuss their 'Will They or Won't They' tour and the joy of spreading "mirth" to audiences across Canada. They reflect on their favourite tour experiences and share some behind the scenes moments, including the misconception that Peter Mansbridge is traveling with them and doing the voiceover for their show from backstage. Jann and Rick discuss their on-stage dynamic and chemistry and the enjoyment they get from making people laugh, along with the importance of respect and kindness to eachother. They also discuss the changing landscape of television and the possibility of future projects together.
This week’s episode is brought to you by the home and auto insurance brand Canadians trust most, Intact Insurance.
In case you're not familiar with THE Rick Mercer; he is a Canadian comedian, television personality, political satirist and author. He is best known for his work on the CBC Television comedy shows This Hour Has 22 Minutes, Made In Canada and Rick Mercer Report. He is the author of four books all of which have been national best sellers. Mercer has received nearly 30 Gemini Awards and Canadian Screen awards for his work on television. His CBC Television special Talking To Americans remains the highest rated Canadian comedy special ever with 2.7 million viewers.
Rick holds Honorary Doctorates from Memorial University, Laurentian University, University of British Columbia, McMaster University, Bishop's University, Brock University and the University of Guelph. In 2014, he received Honorary Doctorates from the Royal Military Academy and from University of Western Ontario and York University.
He is on the board of directors of Historica Canada, an organization dedicated to promoting Canadian history, identity and citizenship. They are the "Heritage Minute" people. He is also a recipient of the Governor Generals Performing Arts Award for lifetime achievement and in 2014 was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada. He is a native of St. John's, Newfoundland.
Find out more about Rick Mercer: https://www.rickmercer.com/
Jann, Caitlin & Sarah also discuss their fabulous 'company dinner' this week at Gia (don't forget to check out Stefanos Sandwiches), and Caitlin tries to pull Jann further into reality television.
Keep sending your voicenotes in at www.jannardenpod.com (click the little red microphone at the bottom of the page) and have a great long weekend!
We are thrilled to be working with our friends at Intact Insurance again and they've got so many great tips for any Canadian long weekend HERE.
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Rick Mercer: Will They or Won't They?

This week, Jann Arden is home for only 24 hours between her tour with Rick Mercer, and a quick trip over the pond to England. They discuss routines and habits as Sarah is trying to kick her dependency on cannabis before bed, and she shares her experience so far going through an ADHD diagnosis. Caitlin pops in for a message for Mother's Day and Sarah and Jann wrap up reflecting about their relationships with their moms through different phases of life.
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On The Road Again

In this episode, Jann Arden, Caitlin Green and Sarah Burke speak to Lori Dyan, also known as Tarot Lori, a tarot card reader with 35 years of experience. They discuss the origins of Lori's interest in tarot, the misconceptions surrounding tarot reading, the popularity of moon rituals and the upcoming release of Lori's book, 'Burn Your Sh*t: The Life-Changing Magic of Rituals.'  The conversation highlights the importance of rituals and the role of tarot in providing guidance and empowerment. They explore the idea that humans have the potential to expand and be braver in their lives, and how rituals like tarot and astrology can help connect us. The conversation concludes with a tarot card reading for each of the hosts.
This week’s episode is brought to you by the home and auto insurance brand Canadians trust most—Intact Insurance.
A note from Lori on her upcoming book:
Rituals are routines infused with loving intention. The empowerment and unburdening they provide is immense and undeniable. Whether you’re releasing something (or someone) with a Full Moon ritual, elevating your morning skincare routine with a ceremony of self-love or celebrating a milestone moment, rituals can enrich—and even transform—your life. 
Burn Your Sh*t guides readers to discover what is possible (and the work that needs to be done) with rituals to help them step into their potential and make their own magic.
Full Moons are an opportunity to let go of limiting beliefs, negative self-talk or any other bad mojo that’s hanging around. Crystals can promote healing and boost manifesting. Sacred geometry offers ancient wisdom to amplify ambitions. Sleeping on top of intentions can turn your life around. 
You can easily customize rituals to meet you where you’re at in any given moment—from fuelling your body to finding your soulmate. With the right rituals, you can face challenges with clarity, connect to your inner wisdom and become the designer of your dreams. 
Find out more about Lori Dyan and her book:
https://www.tarotlori.com/
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Tarot Lori: Burn Your Sh*t

In this conversation, Jann Arden, Caitlin Green, and Sarah Burke discuss various topics including Jann's recent National Geographic show narrating the secrets of whales with a live symphony orchestra, the importance of animal advocacy, Taylor Swift's new album, and the challenges of being an artist. They also touch on the impact of social media and the future of Taylor Swift's career. They also touch on the TV show 'Hacks' and their love for the Toronto Maple Leafs (well some more than others, anyway).
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The conversation concludes with a segment on disability that picks up another perspective on our recent episode about medical assistance in dying (MAID) and the importance of listening to different perspectives. Our guest is Mitchell Tremblay, an advocate who’s fighting for a better future for all Canadians with disabilities
Mitchell has been in and out of hospitals since he was 17, diagnosed with social anxiety, generalized anxiety, PTSD and personality disorders. He was homeless by age 18 and has since been homeless 7 times. 
A note from Mitchell:
I am just one voice of many, at least 1.5 million Canadians with disabilities are in legislated poverty. We have advocates who've ended their lives. It's so hard to mobilize with mobility issues and protests are non existent yet we are the largest minority in Canada.
His single wish for those who have been unaware about this situation in Canada is to listen & learn, so we invite you to follow along with Mitchell and we thank him for joining us this week.
At 42 years old now, Mitchell is one of the strongest voices advocating for the disabled community. Mitchell wanted us to share the link to this Al Jazeera story with our audience, although he’s done many interviews about his experience:
https://youtu.be/cxqVaaBx3gg?si=ZptbjeteKfVYwEEY
Please find out more about Mitchell by following along with him on socials and giving a listen to his podcast where he speaks to people with disabilities from coast to coast about the state of disability in Canada and the lived realities of those impacted by broken systems.
-Jann, Caitlin & Sarah
The PWDcast episodes:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4NG7aOO1fjsq94VmRwvK1E
All interviews:
https://linktr.ee/odspoor
Read more about this topic in last week's budget announcement: https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/national-disability-benefit-announced-federal-budget-1.7175828
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World On Fire

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