Sleepover

Sleepover episodes:

• 06.21.2018

  Tai’s Trouble

  Boy genius Tai Poole is struggling with a problem that he can't quite solve: accepting his ailing grandfather's mortality. Sook-Yin and strangers suggest ways they can stay close and offer insight from their own experiences with death and sickness.

  
• 06.21.2018

  Josis Moves Out

  Basketball star Josis Thomas is set to attend Laurentian University on a scholarship. It is a dream opportunity but he’s worried about leaving behind his beloved Regent Park, making ends meet and fitting in.

  
• 06.21.2018

  Sheila vs. the Internet

  Author Sheila Heti is a shining literary light. But it seems the more popular she is, the more detractors there are.

  
• 06.21.2018

  Jon the Good Doctor

  Dr. Jon Fiddler is “a wild child queer kid at heart”, who works on a Pikangikum First Nation reserve. The reservation's living conditions impede his ability to treat those in need. Jon has to decide whether or not he wants...

  
• 06.21.2018

  Alan Takes Control

  Alan Zweig is a documentary filmmaker and self-described ‘old dad’. He has major control issues that he's encouraged to let go of at the sleepover.

  
• 06.21.2018

  Scaachi and the Silent Treatment

  Scaachi Koul is an outspoken writer with an undeniably bold presence. As night falls, she reveals the weight of her upsetting personal problem: the deterioration of an important relationship that has turned into a silent standoff.

  
• 06.21.2018

  Charlie's Conundrum

  Charlie McGettigan is eight years old, freckled and fearless. Despite her confidence, Charlie wrestles with a problem that has the kids at school making faces at her. Will strangers Scaachi Koul and Alan Zweig be able to help solve Charlie's...

  
• 06.21.2018

  Native Child and the Full Moon 4: Jordan

  Jordan Lonechild-Lavalley (Plains, Cree & Ojibway, Saskatchewan). Childhood struggles helped build his strong character. Now he wants to be a social worker but can be quick to snap at people. How can he curb his temper and excel professionally?

  
• 05.29.2018

  Native Child and the Full Moon 1: The Search

  Sook-Yin Lee, on a quest for an institution to sleep over in, finds Native Child and Family Services of Toronto, a Children’s Aid Society, where she meets three Indigenous youth. Hear what life is like for them, their experiences and...

  
• 05.29.2018

  Native Child and the Full Moon 2: Caterina

  Caterina Sinclair (Saulteaux Ojibway Nation, Spawning & Manila, Philippines) spent 6 difficult years in foster care. She’s grounded, smart, resilient, and committed to living healthy. How can she maintain her friendships and stay on her own path?

  
• 05.29.2018

  Native Child and the Full Moon 3: Tegan

  Tegan Smallwood, 15, isn’t sure which nation she's from because her mom was adopted during the Sixties Scoop. A few years ago, her family went through a rough patch. Now, she wants to unpack it. How can she approach this...

  
• 05.29.2018

  Native Child and the Full Moon 4: Jordan

  Jordan Lonechild-Lavalley (Plains, Cree & Ojibway, Saskatchewan). Childhood struggles helped build his strong character. Now he wants to be a social worker but can be quick to snap at people. How can he curb his temper and excel professionally?

  
• 06.26.2017

  Sleepover Check In 2: Perfect Strangers Return to an Imperfect World

  Perfect strangers sequester themselves for 24 hours to help each other. But what happens when they return to an imperfect world? Sook-Yin Lee checks in with guests from Toronto and Peterborough to find out.

  
• 06.19.2017

  Peterborough I: Trudy's Family Feud

  Deep in the Canadian wilderness arrives Trudy Wilson— realtor, long distance swimmer, and devoted mom. Family is important to Trudy, but since her mom’s death, she’s been battling with her big brother. Can strangers solve Trudy’s sibling rivalry?

  
• 06.19.2017

  Peterborough II: Orville Needs Out

  Orville Thertell -- a typical affable Canadian--might be too nice. Orville’s being taken advantage of, but can’t put his foot down. Sequestered in a boathouse in the woods, can tough talk from a city guy and a realtor help him...

  
• 06.19.2017

  Peterborough III: Oseko's Secret Life

  Oseko Ogega is a working class hero with a gift of the gab. He leads a double life, and it’s got him at a crossroads: should he be a working stiff or follow his passion? A rap battle in the wilderness...

  
• 06.12.2017

  Toronto Coach House I: Davinder’s Decision

  Davinder Mahli, 18, is passionate about theatre, and has written award-winning plays. Davinder’s parents worked hard to send him to theatre school, but his inspiration is slipping. Does he stick it out, or does tell his parents he’s switching majors?

  
• 06.12.2017

  Toronto Coach House II: Walter’s Wall

  Walter Callaghan is a former military medic, forced out after a serious back injury. Over ten years later, Walter still clings to his military identity and ghosts of the past. Can Walter learn to let go of the guilt he’s...

  
• 06.12.2017

  Toronto Coach House III: Eryn Faye and the Fire Down Below

  As a “passion coach”, Eryn Faye Frans helps confused Christians navigate sex and intimacy. But for all of her expertise, Erin Faye is struggling with her own problem: after being diagnosed with colon cancer, she's trying to get her own...

  
• 06.05.2017

  Sleepover Live I: Hot Docs Power Nap Edition

  In the Sleepover Live Power Nap Edition, three mystery guests meet for the first time in a king-sized bed on stage with Sook-Yin Lee to share their deepest dilemmas.

  
• 06.05.2017

  Sleepover Live II: Hot Docs Power Nap Edition

  Hear part two of 'Sleepover Live Power Nap Edition', where three mystery guests meet for the first time in a king-sized bed on stage with Sook-Yin Lee to share their deepest dilemmas.

  
• 05.29.2017

  Sleepover Check-In: What Becomes of Your Problem?

  Sook-Yin Lee checks in with guests from Vancouver, Salt Spring Island, and Toronto after they’ve checked out. The big question remains: Once you return to the world post-sleepover, what happens to your problems?

  
• 05.22.2017

  Toronto Skyscraper I: Judy Doesn’t Have A Problem

  Judy, the “NO. 1 GRANNY”, sings, dances, golfs, skis, and loves driving. That’s her problem. Her family is worried about her and wants Judy to give up the wheel. Faced with the realities of ageing, should Judy park the...

  
• 05.22.2017

  Toronto Skyscraper II: Ben Wants Friends

  Ben Goodes, 13, loves eating junk food and playing with his dog and best friend, Maya. Ben is looking for human friends, but has social anxiety related to his autism. People confound him, but he’s braved a sleepover to...

  
• 05.22.2017

  Toronto Skyscraper III: Kai Cheng Unplugs

  Kai Cheng is a social worker, poet, and workaholic. Her experiences growing up trans inspires her help. She’s always there for others, but it’s exhausting. She needs to set boundaries, and focus on herself. Can she learn to say "no"?

  
• 05.15.2017

  Salt Spring I: Cody Goes to Syria

  Young activist, Cody Bergerud was raised in a progressive idyllic paradise. But when he becomes disillusioned with local politics, he takes off for war-torn Syria. Can he keep his promise to help his Syrian friends?

  
• 05.15.2017

  Salt Spring II: Cathy’s Vanishing Legacy

  Cathy Roland’s ancestors were sent by Hawaiian King Kamehameha to help with Canada’s 19th century fur trade! She’s proud of her Hawaiian-Salish heritage, but the next generation doesn’t get it. How can she keep their legacy alive?

  
• 05.15.2017

  Salt Spring III: Scott, Come Down From that Tree!

  Scott Nyuli is an arborist who swings from the tallest trees but problems begin when he hits the ground. He wants romance but gets completely tongue-tied talking to women. Will Scott unlock the mysteries of love?

  
• 05.08.2017

  Vancouver I: Soheil's Millionaire Blues

  Vancouver’s Soheil Biniaz is a self-made millionaire, who's learning deep connection is something his money can't buy.

  
• 05.08.2017

  Vancouver II: Tru's Survival Skills

  Groundbreaking Vancouverite, Tru Wilson, is part of a new generation of empowered trans kids demanding to be heard. Tru's got enough optimism to light up a room. How will this bright tween face a dark world?

  
• 05.08.2017

  Vancouver III: Sacha Separates

  Sacha Ouellet is a tough and tender twenty-something, juggling two jobs. She left a tumultuous home life at the age of 17, but recently reconciled with her mom. Will her dreams of moving away to be a full-time artist threaten...

  
• 05.01.2017

  A Sneak Listen

  Meet the incredible cast of strangers that slept over with Sook-Yin Lee and spilled their problems for Season 2.

  
• 02.17.2017

  Tiny repairs in reality

  Sleepover hints at Season 2 and makes their live debut at Hot Docs Podcast Festival. Sleepover Live: Power Nap Edition is where three mystery guests meet for the first time in a king-sized bed on stage to share their deepest...

  
• 02.17.2017

  Charlie's Conundrum

  Charlie McGettigan is eight years old, freckled and fearless. Despite her confidence, Charlie wrestles with a problem that has the kids at school making faces at her. Will strangers Scaachi Koul and Alan Zweig be able to help solve Charlie's...

  
• 02.17.2017

  Scaachi and the Silent Treatment

  Scaachi Koul is an outspoken writer with an undeniably bold presence. As night falls, she reveals the weight of her upsetting personal problem: the deterioration of an important relationship that has turned into a silent standoff.

  
• 02.17.2017

  Alan Takes Control

  Alan Zweig is a documentary filmmaker and self-described ‘old dad’. He has major control issues that he's encouraged to let go of at the sleepover.

  
• 02.17.2017

  Jon the Good Doctor

  Dr. Jon Fiddler is “a wild child queer kid at heart”, who works on a Pikangikum First Nation reserve. The reservation's living conditions impede his ability to treat those in need. Jon has to decide whether or not he wants...

  
• 02.17.2017

  Sheila vs. the Internet

  Author Sheila Heti is a shining literary light. But it seems the more popular she is, the more detractors there are.

  
• 02.17.2017

  Josis Moves Out

  Basketball star Josis Thomas is set to attend Laurentian University on a scholarship. It is a dream opportunity but he’s worried about leaving behind his beloved Regent Park, making ends meet and fitting in.

  
• 02.17.2017

  Tai’s Trouble

  Boy genius Tai Poole is struggling with a problem that he can't quite solve: accepting his ailing grandfather's mortality. Sook-Yin and strangers suggest ways they can stay close and offer insight from their own experiences with death and sickness.

  
• 02.17.2017

  Judy Wants Romance

  Judy Kennedy, 61, is unable to walk because of a neurological disease. She wants romance but is finding it hard to meet new people. Politician Jagmeet Singh, math prodigy Tai Poole and host Sook-Yin Lee help Judy find ways to...

  
• 11.08.2016

  Sleepover Live: Power Nap Edition

  Sleepover hints at Season 2 and makes their live debut at Hot Docs Podcast Festival. Sleepover Live: Power Nap Edition is where three mystery guests meet for the first time in a king-sized bed on stage to share their deepest dilemmas.

  
• 08.22.2016

  Jagmeet’s Disarming Style

  Punjabi-Canadian Jagmeet Singh is a politician and martial artist, who loves serving his constituents. He wears brightly colored turbans to disarm racism, but worries that his stylish reputation is taking center stage.