Pink Tax Podcast

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  • Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Women's Rights | Episode 30

    This week Janine and Tara discuss US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and her legacy on women's rights in the United States. She lies In-State today at the US Capitol - the first for a woman. 

    They also discuss intersectionality and the common themes between policy in the United States and Canada - particularly on abortion. High probability of hearing some swearing in this episode.

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    1 hr 3 min
  • Is it expensive to live in Canada's North? | Episode 29
    This week join two white ladies as we discover just how expensive it is to live in Northern Canada.  We share some facts about the cost of living and income, broaden perspectives for us folks down South, and then say WTF a few times as we try to imagine how we would react if the same things were to happen in a southern city. Enjoy!
    45 min
  • What is a GLBI? Interview with Leah Gazan | Episode 27
    Today we are honoured to have MP Leah Gazan on the show and learn more about what a Guaranteed Living Basic Income and the motion she put forward to make it a reality in Canada.  
    You can learn more about her motion, sign the petition, and be a part of the national day of action at https://www.leahgazan.ca/basicincomemotion 
    Take a peek at the motion itself (pay attention to paragraph V.
    We didn't add a Pink Tax rebate today, but there are a few things that you can do (after you sign the petition). We chatted about the failure of CERB and we urge you to look into the response at long term care facilities, compare the benefits of CERB, and the current disability benefits or guaranteed income supplement in your own province.
    46 min
  • Why should we care about other women’s children? | Episode 26
    Chatting about planning for parenthood, childcare, and universal access to care.  We look at the life of the ‘average’ Canadian lady, as illustrated by Stats Can and CMHC data manages the ‘mommy tax’. We review how women are tied to romantic relationships, family units, and restricted employment due to inaccessible childcare and the devaluation of ‘women’s work’. We talk a bit about why you should care - even if you hate kids.
    59 min
  • Not so great economic depressions and personal finance | Episode 24
    Tara and Janine share some actionable tips for coping with job loss and reduced income.  We also take a look at some parallels between government response today and the government response during the great depression.
    For more info on the Great Depression in Canada, check out the Canadian Encyclopedia.
    If you or someone you know needs help coping, this is a good list of mental health resources available in Canada.
    55 min

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