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Join us for a spine-chilling journey through Halloween's thrilling lore and global ghostly festivities! Kick off with dive into chilling tales like China's 'Ghost Month,' and Mexico's vibrant Dia de los Muertos. We'll unravel how fear shapes superstitions from graveyards to boogeymen. Discover the origins of zombies from Haitian Voodoo to Nepalese curses, and see how Halloween morphed from 'Satan's holiday' into a spooky and charming, fun celebration. 

Plus, laugh along with a Canadian quiz on supernatural beliefs and trending costumes—from Rapunzel to Taylor Swift. This bewitching mix of tradition, fun, and deep reflections on the otherworldly is perfect to spook up your Halloween! 

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Welcome back to our hilarious 'dishes' session, where we sassily tackle negative comments from our socials. This time, we address a YouTube troll who dramatically declared they 'never want to see us again' and signed off with a simplistic 'delete.' We delve into the absurdity of expecting YouTube to obey such commands and humorously speculate why our 'charisma overload' might have been too much for this viewer. From pondering punctuation to offering help with emojis, our banter is full of cheeky fun. Whether you love or hate us, tune in next time for more laughs and candid convos!

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We all have accents, whether we realize it or not. And in Canada, those who come from outside the borders often are penalized and judged for the sound of their voice. Who we are can often get lost. But what if who we are saves us and keeps us pressing forward, empowering us to be proud and loud of a voice that is our own?

That’s what happened with our first guest of season two, Gurasis Singh - immigrant to Canada and founder of the 'My Thick Accent’ podcast. Gurasis shares his journey from Punjab, India, to Canada, where he faced constant discrimination related to his own accent. He’ll expose the emotional toll of assimilation, the struggles we face when people won’t accept us as we are, and the incredible need to embrace our own unique voice amidst societal pressures. 

Accents shape our perception of self and are unique to all of us - even in Canada. While there is a tender balance between adaptation and maintaining one’s cultural identity, Canadians here need to create inclusive and respectful places for others. Period. Cause guess what, even Canadians have thick accents which are accepted without question.

We hope that our dialogue encourages listeners to celebrate their linguistic and cultural uniqueness, knowing that their voice is one of many in the beautiful symphony of sounds heard in this incredible world.

Quiz Sources
Ranked: British Accents Are the Sexiest Foreign Accent - Preply
Dialects of Canadian English - University of Cambridge
Punjabi Now Third Language in Parliament of Canada - Canadian Citizenship & Immigration Resource Center (CCIRC) Inc.

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Join us for a witty and eye-opening dive into Canadian history as we tackle the claim and comment left on our socials, "Canadians that happened to be white built Canada." This podcast episode shreds this myth, reminding the history-forgetters of the vital contributions of Chinese laborers, those enslaved from Africa and the Caribbean, and Indigenous communities. We explore pivotal moments like the Multiculturalism Act and the 1970s immigration changes, all while pointing out how wealth was often built on backs of underrepresented peoples. Expect lively debates, no-holds-barred truths, and a sassy critique of Canadian historical misconceptions. Share the love and stay informed with our engaging conversation!

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Feasting! The food, the family and the . . . hierarchy!? Say what? In this post-Thanksgiving episode, we will unpack the culture of feasting and how historically to present day, feasting has always been a universal means of identity, social belonging and cultural expression. Feasts transcend beyond eating a meal inviting us to realize that they reinforce community bonds, hierarchy, tradition, and even political power.

In this episode, we celebrate Canadian Thanksgiving and express gratitude, all while exploring the intricate culture of feasting. We’ll travel across cultural, country and traditional boundaries, highlighting how feasting is a universal practice found even among primates. We’ll even explore the political aspects of feasts and how one meal can determine war or peace.

Share gratitude and join us in this festive and thankful episode.

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Episode Sources
Feasting - The Open Encyclopedia of Anthropology
Types and Kinds of Feasts - Britannica Online
Saturnalia - Britannica Online
The Green Butchers, The Movie - IMDb

Quiz Sources
Industry Facts & Stats - Turkey Farmers of Canada
Here Are Canada’s Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Dishes By Province

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Dive into our brief episode about headphone anatomy and the deeper truths of allyship as we bravely dish it out on ourselves for an unintended slip-up involving the use of the word 'our' in relation to Indigenous people. Hostion and I received feedback about something we said on our podcast. And rather than ignore it, we embrace it. We examine the power of words, drawing parallels with historical colonialist language and acknowledging that impact often outweighs intent. Our apologies to those who may have been hurt. We pledge to learn, while expertly balancing introspective dialogue which leans into diversity and curiosity. So, buckle up for more candid conversations, callouts, and joy-filled repartee in this self-examination episode. Hold us accountable, fill our inbox with critique, and watch us grow. Join us in the journey!

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October 7, 2023. It’s a date everyone will remember. A story no one will forget. And with a year of harrowing genocide in the aftermath, we are left feeling angry, traumatized and filled with grief. While the Western narratives of a single sided story prevail, we recognize that there are global voices championing peace and justice for Palestine. 

We will unpack and challenge the lack of equity and lack of truth when we value one person’s perspective over another. We will outline the world’s response to the genocide unfolding including the South African case to the International Court of Justice. We’ll also bring the narrative within the borders of Canada, revealing what Canada has and has not done to be on the right side of history. 

When we feel small or when we feel our demands for justice as insignificant, we must remember that the world stands with us - for Palestine and for peace. 

Episode Sources
One Year After October 7 - Human Rights Lawyer and Activist Qasim Rashid
2023: The Deadliest Year for Palestinian Children - Defence Children International
Stripped, Beaten and Blindfolded: New Research Reveals Ongoing Violence and Abuse of Palestinian Children Detained by Israeli Military - Save the Children
Thousands of Palestinians are Held Without Charge Under Israeli Detention Policy - National Public Radio (NPR)
Israel Approved Plans to Build Over 12,000 Settlement Units in the First Half of 2023 - The New Arab
Takeaways From AP’s Report on the Destruction in Gaza a Year Into the War - Associated Press
Escaping Gaza’s War, Palestinians Find Little Solace in Egypt - The New Humanitarian
Israel - Gaza War in Maps and Charts: Live Tracker - Al Jazeera News

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We are back and dishing it out on a person in Ontario who thought it important to put up a highway sign claiming 'White lives matter'. The individual also whines to media saying that Trudeau is paying immigrants to take over the country.  While this is very laughable and quite absurd, the spirit behind these sentiments is extremely harmful. We'll remind those listening that present day Canada was built on the hierarchy of elevating one select group of people over another. We'll also help people remember that white people are inherently provided privileges that they often ignore.

We've got to speak out against racism and call for more action to disarm harmful ideologies. The reason why we say Black lives matter, Asian lives matter, people of colour lives matter is because they haven't before. And until they start mattering in the same way that white people's lives have mattered, we're going to continue saying it. 

We condemn all forms of dehumanization and only ask that if someone disagrees with us to reach out. We invite your conversation because we need to have this conversation and make a better future for all of us.

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It's October and it's time to vote!! Starting in the Province of BC this October 19, the Canadian Provincial elections are among us. And it is not without surprise that we are pro-voting!

What is the engagement at the polls for New Canadian voters? And what even are the political parties? Is the Green Party only about climate change? Which party reflects the majority of Canadians? What demographic of people do Conservatives want to provide tax cuts for? And can the Liberal Party keep their promises?

Join us as we get political and honest. We'll detail the various political parties in Canada, focusing on their stances on Indigenous issues, human rights and gender equality. We'll highlight the importance of choosing leaders who represent the collective good over individual privilege and stress the importance that your vote really does count.

We won’t tell you who to vote for but we will stress the importance to think of the collective good when you go to the ballot. And just in case you still think your vote doesn’t matter, learn about the legal requirements for those riding their sleigh in Ontario. EVERYTHING is affected by politics. Engage and go out and vote! 

Episode Sources
Election Calendar - Government of Canada
First Time Electors: New Canadians - Elections Canada
Federal Party Platform Comparison - Public Service Alliance of Canada

Quiz Sources
Political Parties and Leaders - Parliament of Canada
Law for Sleighs and Sleds in Ontario - Ontario Highway Traffic Act

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We dive into the harmful lies recently and continuously being platformed at rallies and in debates by Donald Trump. His lie: Haitian immigrants are eating pets. These lies are not just infuriating but also dangerous - especially when they are platformed and held unaccountable. We discuss how these narratives have weight in Canada, perpetuating the blame and resentment towards immigrants for issues like housing and jobs. We stress the importance of accountability and urge people to get the facts straight from the source, addressing misinformation head-on.

Join us as we fight the dehumanizing rhetoric and hold the liars accountable because the system will only ever work for itself - not for people. So, let's take a stand!

Show Note: As of this recording, multiple b*mb threats, shooting threats, death threats at schools, hospitals, organized events including harassment and fear have harmed Haitian Immigrants in Springfield, OH. Formal investigations have been made into the claim and have been proven to be false. The source responsible for the lie has since apologized for perpetuating it. The Haitian Bridge Alliance has formally filed charges against Trump and Vance for "disrupting public services, making false alarms, telecommunications harassment, aggravated menacing and complicity. The filing asks the Clark County Municipal Court to affirm that there is probable cause and issue arrest warrants against Trump and Vance." As of September 26, Mr. Trump is continuing to spread these lies at rallies and at press events. We press and advocate for justice for Haitian immigrants and all immigrants who bear the brunt of racist and inhumane lies.

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