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- and The Handmaid's TaleThis week Mixed DNA is taking a look into Margaret Atwood's 'The Handmaid's Tale', from the 80's novel to the current TV series, we'll discuss the main plot and characters and the unfortunate parallels of the story to real life current events. Join us as we get into women's reproductive rights, revolutions and all that the Republic of Gilead has to offer its female citizens. --------Follow Mixed DNA podcast on social media; Instagram, Facebook & Threads at @ mixeddnapodcast and visit us on the web at www.mixeddna.ca for our research links, Mixed Monday features, contact us and request forms and our storefront for Mixed DNA merch.31 min
- and European VacationsThis week Mixed DNA is talking all things associated with European Vacations. Hosts, Melissa and Vanessa share their personal European vacation stories as they count down the top destinations in Europe for 2023. They'll also discuss what it's like to travel in Europe as POC travelers and share what they love so much about traveling in Europe (mostly old buildings and their history and food and wine and then more wine and food).Follow us on social media @mixeddnapodcat on Facebook, Instagram and Threads and visit our website at www.mixeddna.ca for merch, Mixed Monday features, research links and how you can contact the podcast to chat.36 min
- and Indigenous ArtThis week Mixed DNA is looking into the beautiful & creative world of Indigenous arts. From tufting to beading to hoop dancing we'll share some artist profiles and look into the history and meaning behind many of the artistic concepts that our Indigenous brothers and sisters are inspired by when they share their traditions. Join us as we look into the art of First Nations, Metis and Inuit Canadians.***** Follow us on social media @ mixeddnapodcast on Instagram, Facebook and Threads.***** Visit our website www.mixeddna.ca for Mixed Monday features, info about Mixed DNA hosts Melissa and Vanessa and to visit our storefront for Mixed DNA merchandise.25 min
- and Asian DessertsThis week Mixed Week DNA podcast is diving into all things delicious with Asian Desserts. From Japan to Taiwan and many countries in between we talk about our favourites like bubble tea and Japanese cheesecake. From Kulfi to Baklava to Mooncakes and more, join us on a yummy trip around Asia.Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram & Threads @ mixeddnapodcast and visit our website www.mixeddna.ca for more info on our episodes, hosts; Melissa & Vanessa and to check out our storefront for Mixed DNA merch.30 min
- and Caribbean Carnival (ENCORE PRESENTATION)
This week, we're offering up an ENCORE PRESENTATION of our and Caribbean Carnival episode - as summer winds down Caribbean communities continue to jump and wave throughout the various festivals and Carnivals offered all over the planet. Each country, island and community has their own unique celebration with their own unique flare. Many Caribbean expatriate communities outside of the Caribbean are keeping traditions alive by sharing the music, the mas and the festivities to their new homes and the celebrations are more alive than ever. Listen to today's episode as we take a look at Trinidad Carnival, Toronto's Caribana and everything in between.
27 min - and Akira Kurosawa (ENCORE PRESENTATION)
This week we're offering up an ENCORE PRESENTATION of our Akira Kurosawa episode where we take a look at the genius and legacy that was acclaimed film director Akira Kurosawa. We look into his humble beginnings as a youth in Japan and how some of his greatest works, like Seven Saumrai, have made a lasting impact in Hollywood and the movies we love to watch.
31 min - and Barbie (ENCORE PRESENTATION)
This week we're offering up an ENCORE PRESENTATION of our and Barbie episode where we take a look at the world's most famous doll. From her origins, to her 200+ careers; we discuss Barbie dolls we had growing up as young girls as well as the more complex side of the toy from 'The Barbie Effect' to gender roles and identity issues.
30 min - and Stand-Up ComedyThis week Mixed DNA is laughing along with stand-up comedy. Hosts, Melissa & Vanessa will discuss the early days of stand-up from the minstrelsy and vaudeville days, some of the industry's trailblazers and whether stand-up is too controversial in the material it uses to get people to laugh.Visit www mixeddna.ca for info about hosts Melissa and Vanessa, links to research used to episodes, our store front and much more!Follow us on social media; Instagram, Facebook and/or Threads @ mixeddnapodcast26 min
- and JewelleryThis week Mixed DNA is looking into the history and evolution of jewellery. Brooches, earrings, bracelets and rings are adornments that people all across the globe have been sporting for decades. From materials to production, fashion and all steps in between we'll discuss the earliest traces of jewellery, how people suffer for others to be able to have jewellery and how we can move forward with sustainable options.Visit mixeddna.ca for all episode research links, mixed Monday features and our storefront for Mixed DNA merch.Follow us on social media - Instagram, Facebook & Threads @mixeddnapodcast26 min
- and Environmental RacismThis week Mixed DNA looks into the ongoing problem of environmental racism and its effects on communities of colour. Toxic waste, factories and contaminated water; just to name a few have lasting effects that carry on for generations.-------Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @mixeddnapodcast and visit us at www.mixeddna.ca for research links, mixed Monday features and our storefront for Mixed DNA merchandise.20 min
About Mixed DNA Podcast
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Diversity, inclusion, ethnicity and everything in between from a mixed race perspective. Join mixed race, Canadian hosts; Melissa & Vanessa as they navigate topics like colorism, pop culture, race wars, culture and the fine arts. Each episode Mixed DNA Podcast will do a deep dive into a new topic with research, opinions and personal stories to share. New episodes drop on Sundays.
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