Welcome to Episode 3 of North of The 'Fourth, a podcast celebrating the artists, makers, and stories of Northern Manitoba.

In this episode, host Drayden Lowe sits down with Crystal Kolt, longtime arts advocate and the visionary behind Blueberry Jam and Uptown Emporium. They talk about how Blueberry Jam became Flin Flon’s biggest music events, what it takes to support a creative community, and why northern Manitoba’s artists deserve a spotlight.

This episode is packed with passion for music, community, and the people who make things happen behind the scenes.

Flin Flon Documentary  https://youtu.be/nDUgt-MpBdQ?si=Bkib_WWgRWw26NU6
North Central Canada Centre of Art & Environment  www.ncccae.ca 
Flin Flon Blueberry Jam  www.flinflonblueberryjam.ca
imagiNorthern   www.imaginorthern.ca


🎶 Blueberry Jam 2025: August 7–11 in Flin Flon, MB
📍Where to find us: Uptown Emporium (Flin Flon, MB)
🎙️ Podcast supported by: Manitoba Métis Federation
👉 Subscribe for more voices from the North.
📍Recorded on Treaty 5 Territory — traditional land of the Cree Nation and homeland of the Métis people.

Welcome to Episode 2 of North of The 'Fourth, a podcast celebrating the artists, makers, and stories of Northern Manitoba.

In this episode, host Drayden Lowe shares a conversation with Kari Lentowicz — a Denare Beach-based artist and survivor of the 2025 wildfires. Kari practices birch bark biting, a traditional and intricate art form that blends culture, memory, and resilience.

We talk about growing up surrounded by culture, the impact of COVID-19 and the fires, and how Kari’s art helped her stay grounded after losing her home — just like Drayden did. This isn’t an interview — it’s a heartfelt conversation between two fire survivors and artists, sharing how creativity continues even through crisis.

From the ash comes art, and Kari’s story shows the strength and spirit of northern voices.

🔗 Where to find her work: In-store at Uptown Emporium (Flin Flon, MB)
🎙️ Podcast supported by: Manitoba Métis Federation
👉 Subscribe for more voices from the North.
📍Recorded on Treaty 5 Territory — traditional land of the Cree Nation and homeland of the Métis people.

Welcome to the debut episode of North of The 'Fourth, a podcast celebrating the artists, makers, and stories of Northern Manitoba.

In this episode, host Drayden Lowe sits down with DeAvian — a Flin Flon-based artist whose creativity shines through her crochet, handmade jewelry, and earrings. We talk about growing up in a creative family, finding her voice during COVID, making art while living in Jamaica, and how she prepared for creating through local wildfires.

From the halls of high school art class to her place at Uptown Emporium, DeAvian’s story reflects the resilience and imagination of northern creators.

🔗 Where to find her work: In-store at Uptown Emporium (Flin Flon, MB)
🎙️ Podcast supported by: Manitoba Métis Federation
👉 Subscribe for more voices from the North.
📍Recorded on Treaty 5 Territory — traditional land of the Cree Nation and homeland of the Métis people.