Met Radio's Nicaille Paula Sison reviews təm kʷaθ nan (Namesake). This is part of Met Radio's coverage of the 2026 Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival.

Met Radio's Amanda Shekarchi interviews artist Jillian Shelver.

Met Radio's Donovan Lacroxi interviews artist Temi.

Met Radio's Donovan Lacroxi interviews producer, writer, and director Greg Carter.

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Met Radio's Donovan Lacroxi interviews cinematographer Trey Walker. Mud Films is his production company.

https://mudfilms.us/about

Met Radio's Donovan Lacroxi interviews actor Charlie N. Townsend. He is known for his work in "The Night They Came Home" and "Sins Of The Bride".

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10700029/

https://worstthingmovie.com/charlietownsend

Met Radio's Rojhin Taebi interviews musician Roshanak.

May 1, 2026 -- Ceremony, a documentary directed by Nuxalk filmmaker Banchi Hanuse, had its Canadian premiere at Hot Docs, one of North America’s largest documentary festivals. Portley Ghartey-Joshnson speaks with Qwaxw Siwallace, who appears in the film, about the significance of bringing Ceremony to Hot Docs, and the broader importance of Indigenous storytelling. Plus, the Ontario government’s proposed Bill 101, also known as the “Putting Student Achievement First Act,” is drawing criticism from disability advocates and education groups across the province. Host Emma Amodio speaks with David Lepofsky, chair of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Alliance, to learn more. Harsh Kumar has the top headlines of the week.

A round up of funding opportunities for youth in the arts, skill-building workshops, and exhibition opportunities, and based on the April 24th, 2026 ArtReach Post-It Newsletter.

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BREAKTHROUGHS FILM FESTIVAL - CREW CONNECT

https://www.breakthroughsfilmfestival.com/crew-connect/application

PAPRIKA FESTIVAL 2026

https://paprikafestival.com/festivals/2026/

CALL FOR PROPOSALS - ARTS EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS

https://workmanarts.com/employment-opportunities/education-course-proposals/

CALL FOR FILM SUBMISSIONS - ALUCINE LATIN FILM + MEDIA ARTS FESTIVAL

https://alucinefestival.ca/

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS - REELWORLD FILM FESTIVAL

https://filmfreeway.com/reelworld

Kejo Buchanan, guide of Jali Journey, in conversation with Carine Au Micro Beninois musician, band leader and symbiotic dancer based in Montreal.  Carine Au Micro shares methods on developing the Afrobeat Folk style of Doto N'Ase (2022) album and previous Ola Si (2018) EP. In her native Mino language, Carine’s stories touch on memories of Benin, love, grief and optimism for the future. Her advice to fellow storytellers is to remain sincere and “stay real to your feelings and don’t be afraid to express those feelings”.

Visit https://carineaumicro.com

Host: Kejo Buchanan

Artist: Carine Au Micro