What happens when you stop hearing yourself in the music around you? In this episode of Ramble and Yap, host Josiane N’tchoreret-Mbiamany unpacks how Canadian music has shaped her understanding of belonging—and what’s at stake when local voices fade from the spotlight.

With reflections on growing up in a media landscapedominated by American sound, and a conversation with broadcaster Alan Cross, the episode explores how recognition, infrastructure and support all play a role in who gets to be heard. This isn’t just about policy or streaming—it’s about memory, identity, and why local art deserves to be more than an afterthought.

Gen Z grew up on a steady diet of early 2000s rom-coms, believing in fairy-tale romances, grand gestures, and happily ever afters. But dating in 2025 looks nothing like the movies. Endless swipes, ghosting, and late-night “u up?” texts have replaced magical meet-cutes and serendipitous encounters we were promised at a young age.

Now, Gen Zers are walking away from dating apps, leaving behind the digital dating game. But what’s really driving this shift? And where are they looking for love instead?

Join me as we dive into why Gen Z is swiping left on dating apps and how they’re navigating modern romance in a swipe-obsessed world.