Next Big Thing

"If you look at a city like London, you see almost 50 percent with really no wealth whatsoever," said Rowland Atkinson, the chair in Inclusive Societies at the University of Sheffield and author of Alpha City. Laura Nelson speaks with Rowland Atkinson. 

[Continuing Episode]... Since former President Omar-Al Bashir stepped into power in 1989, Sudan’s political and socio-economical climate has shifted. In 2019, people in Sudan including its capital city, Khartoum evoked anti-government protests calling for President Omar-Al Bashir to step down after being in power for nearly 30 years. Sudanese activist Marine Alneel discusses how civil wars have shaped Sudan as a nation as well as the ongoing protests. Perushka Gopalkista speaks with Marine Alneel.

Since former President Omar-Al Bashir stepped into power in 1989, Sudan’s political and socio-economical climate has shifted. In 2019, people in Sudan including its capital city, Khartoum evoked anti-government protests calling for President Omar-Al Bashir to step down after being in power for nearly 30 years. Sudanese activist Marine Alneel discusses how civil wars have shaped Sudan as a nation as well as the ongoing protests. Perushka Gopalkista speaks with Marine Alneel. 

Filmmaker, YouTuber, and producer David Hoffman has documented the extraordinary experiences of ordinary people. His PBS series, “Making Sense of the Sixties,” examines the experiences of baby boomers who partook in the sixties. It aired in 1991, just over three decades later. The six-part television series sought to help the children of baby boomers understand the experiences of their parents. Grace McGrenere speaks with David Hoffman. 

In 1997, Hong Kong’s democracy was promised an independent leadership for the next 50 years. In 2019, a bill was on the verge of approval whereby Hong Kong criminal suspects would be extradited to China for further imprisonment. Pro-democratic leader, Joshua Wong became one of the most prominent youth leaders to lead national movements such as the Umbrella Movement, all while bringing forth issues of irresponsible leadership and lack of election transparency. Perushka Gopalkista speaks to Joshua Wong.

As an actress, producer, director, and writer in Hollywood, Tamara Bass quickly learned that 'if you worked hard at something, you would be rewarded for your successes', this was not always true. Hollywood shocked the young girl who loved to act by letting her in on its darkest hypocrisies and prejudices. Tamara Bass speaks to Grace McGrenere about her unconventional journey. 

GG Townson is an actress best known for her roles on Bounce TV, Disney, Nickelodeon and CBS. In her latest role playing Cheryl “Salt'' James in 'Salt-N-Pepa' biopic on Lifetime Network. GG Townson makes room for the 'She' thing. Adaora Asidianya speaks to GG Townson. 

Actress Lindsey Morgan embarks on a path to freedom as she opens up about anxiety, depression and fighting through it all towards freedom. Also, on a new journey with her role as one of the lead characters in the TV show Walker, airing on the CW Network; Lindsey Morgan moves the dial to ladies first. Laura Nelson speaks to Lindsey Morgan. 

The libel case involving Hollywood actor Johnny Depp and the British Newspaper, The Sun and its 2018 published story. Helena Shipman, a senior associate at Carter-Ruck, who advises clients on defamation cases and data protection cases, gives a detailed analysis on the libel case and more. 

Eric is most widely known for his role as Constable D. Fox in the multi-award-winning detective series Cardinal (on CTV). Most recently, he played opposite Kim Coates, Lisa Berry and Brandon Oakes as Detective Ken Tucker for season two of Bad Blood. Currently, Eric stars as Will in the new romantic feature film Love in Harmony Valley. 

Love in Harmony Valley follows Emma played by Amber Marshall who has anxiously waited to reunite with her best friend Tracey after recovering from a serious accident. But Will [played by Eric Hicks], and Tracey's brother won't allow it as he blames her for the accident. When forced to work together to better their community, Will and Emma learn to respect each other and develop a romance.