The Degrassi Kid Podcast

By Jocelyn ClaybourneTV & Film

The Degrassi Kid Podcast episodes

October 01, 2022 Patreon Bonus - Why diverse casting should be the new core value on Degrassi
Let's take it back to the vault!
Back in October 2022, I completed a deep dive from The Kids of Degrassi Street to Degrassi: Next Class. In between, I released bonus content about each season. Today, we'll discuss diverse casting on Degrassi: The Next Generation and Degrassi: Next Class.
"Should queer actors be hired for queer roles? When has Degrassi gotten this right and.. when have they gotten it wrong?
This month, we're looking at iconic queer characters like Marco, Adam, Tristan and Fiona - and how their real life actors felt about taking on queer storylines. While also responding directly to what you had to say on Patreon!"
If you want more bonus content visit patreon.com/degrassikid and sign up for our "Ultimate Degrassi Fan" tier or higher.

Thank you to @⁠Stanley Samuelsen⁠ for producing this bonus content!

The Degrassi Kid Patreon - it's more than a podcast.
32 min
September 24, 2022 Marketing to Gen Z - Degrassi: Next Class (2016 - 2017)
206 - The finale episode you've been waiting for.
Why did Degrassi stop making The Next Generation and move on to Next Class? How did being on a streaming service change the show? And what lead to be Degrassi being cancelled for good?

This week, we're gonna dive into the show's most stand-out moments - like, Lola's abortion, Yael coming out as non-binary and the Syrian refugee students who enrol at Degrassi. Meanwhile, we celebrate a special moment - when Degrassi reaches its 500th episode.
If you love Degrassi, this podcast is for you.
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Excited for Linda Schuyler's new memoir Mother of All Degrassi? Pre-oder it here!
Want to learn more about the history of Degrassi? Check out Stephen Stohn's book Whatever It Takes!
Now released as a podcast wherever you find them!
Come chat on The Degrassi Kid Patreon Page and support your favourite content creator!
Interested in Degrassi-inspired crochet? Visit Maybe Jamie May!
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Let's celebrate The Degrassi Kids on Patreon: Annie M., Brittany Bargy, Brittney Brown, EclareFiomogen, Randy Carter, Sarahjei, Alyssa Basic & Stevi Gerrior!

43 min
September 10, 2022 A New Era: The History of Degrassi (2010-2015)
205 - Baby, there's a shark in the water!

How did Degrassi go from being cancelled to the most popular teen television series in the world?! How did Shark In The Water change the history of the show? And why did Degrassi kill off two of its most beloved characters?
Remember your old Tumblr passwords, because we're going all the way back to 2010 to learn about the legacy of 'Degrassi' (Season 10 through 14). The Boiling Point, In Too Deep, Now or Never - we're gonna break it all down.
If you love Degrassi, then this podcast is for you!
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This episode is sponsored by Eevee Treasures Etsy Shop. Use code DEGRASSIKID for 25% off your purchase of $10 or more!
Come chat on The Degrassi Kid Patreon Page and support your favourite content creator!
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Excited for Linda Schuyler's new memoir Mother of All Degrassi? Pre-oder it here!
Want to learn more about the history of Degrassi? Check out Stephen Stohn's book Whatever It Takes! Releasing on audio soon!
Let's celebrate The Degrassi Kids on Patreon: Annie M., Brittany Bargy, Brittney Brown, EclareFiomogen, Randy Carter, Sarahjei, Alyssa Basic & Stevi Gerrior!
45 min
August 21, 2022 Meet The Internet Kids - Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001 - 2009)
204 - How did access to the internet change your high school experience? Why did it take ten years for Degrassi to come back? And what eventually lead to our favourite show being cancelled in 2009 - right before its most successful season ever?
Dial up your internet modem because we're going all the way back to 2001 to learn about the history of Degrassi: The Next Generation.
If you love Degrassi, then this podcast is for you!
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Excited for Linda Schuyler's new memoir Mother of All Degrassi? Pre-oder it here!
Want to learn more about the history of Degrassi? Check out Stephen Stohn's book Whatever It Takes!Visit The Degrassi Kid Patreon Page!
Let's celebrate The Degrassi Kids: Riley, Randy Carter, Brittany Brown, Alyssa Basic, Stevi Gerrior & Sarahjei. Thanks to their kindness, my Degrassi Dreams are coming true! You can join them over on The Degrassi Kid Patreon Page!
43 min
August 17, 2022 Patreon Bonus - Degrassi Junior High: Where are they now?
Let's take it back to the vault!
Back in August 022, I completed a deep dive from The Kids of Degrassi Street to Degrassi: Next Class. In between, I released bonus content about each season. Today, we'll discuss the Degrassi Junior High cast and where they are now.
"What is Joey Jeremiah up to these days? How did Kathleen Mead influence real life? Ms. Avery's biggest passion is... what?
Let's catch up with the Degrassi classic cast and check in on Caitlin Ryan, Spike, Shane McKay, Kathleen Mead, Joey Jeremiah, Mr. Raditch and Ms. Avery!"
If you want more bonus content visit patreon.com/degrassikid and sign up for our "Ultimate Degrassi Fan" tier or higher.
Thank you to @⁠Stanley Samuelsen⁠ for producing this bonus content!
The Degrassi Kid Patreon - it's more than a podcast.
15 min
August 13, 2022 School's Out: The History of Degrassi High (1989-1992)
203 - Why did Degrassi High come back as a brand new series? What did the Degrassi Kids do to avoid becoming 'child stars?' And how did The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air change the course of Degrassi's history?
Tune the static on your TV boxes because we're going all the way back to 1989; we'll follow Linda Schuyler and Kit Hood as they find their new playground on Degrassi High. Including the summer finale movie and real-life docuseries that followed the franchise.

If you love Degrassi, then this podcast is for you!
This episode is brought to you by: Eevee Treasure's who has sponsored our first monthly mail-out package. Receive 2 Degrassi Stickers and a special item just for you by signing up on The Degrassi Kid Patreon Page under "Mail to: Degrassi Street." Or visit Eevee Treasure Etsy Shop directly to pick out your own Degrassi goodies.
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Excited for Linda Schuyler's new memoir Mother of All Degrassi? Pre-oder it here!
Want exciting bonus content, like a Where Are They Now of the Degrassi Classic cast? Visit The Degrassi Kid Patreon Page!
Celebrate The Degrassi Kids: Riley, Randy Carter, Alyssa Basic, Sarahjei & Stevi Gerrior for their support of the podcast. Thanks to their kindness, my Degrassi Dreams are coming true!
And finally; Watch my TikTok's!
39 min
August 07, 2022 Everybody Wants Something: Degrassi Junior High (1987 - 1989)
202 - What connects the worlds of The Kids of Degrassi Street and Degrassi Junior High if they have totally different characters and totally different stories? In what ways did the Degrassi cast shape the way stories are told on the show? And what were the stand out moments that defined a new era of Degrassi?
Flip open your TV Guides because we're going all the way back to 1987; we'll follow Linda Schuyler and Kit Hood as they build a brand new school filled with teenagers and all their drama.

If you love learning about the history of television, then this podcast is for you!
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Excited for Linda Schuyler's new memoir Mother of All Degrassi? Pre-oder it here!
Want exciting bonus content, like the time I got to sit front row at a Kids of Degrassi Street Panel? Visit The Degrassi Kid Patreon Page!
Celebrate The Degrassi Kids: Riley, Randy Carter & Stevi Gerrior for their support of the podcast. Thanks to their kindness, my Degrassi Dreams are coming true!
40 min
July 30, 2022 Patreon Bonus - Griff Says A Slur? (Kids of Degrassi Street)
Let's take it back to the vault!
Back in July 2022, I completed a deep dive from The Kids of Degrassi Street to Degrassi: Next Class. In between, I released bonus content about each season. Today, we'll discuss the episode "Griff Gets A Hand," where Degrassi drops a pretty shocking word.
"When you have a 40-year legacy on television, it's not surprising some of your storylines will age poorly. But, because of Degrassi's focus on being inclusive and honest with their characters - there's not many stand out moments that have me going "wow, they actually did that?"
For this bonus mini-sode, I break down Degrassi Street's most controversial episode, share the clips that made it so hard to watch and reflect on other shows from this time that handled the same sensitive topic."
If you want more bonus content visit patreon.com/degrassikid and sign up for our "Ultimate Degrassi Fan" tier or higher.

Thank you to @⁠Stanley Samuelsen⁠ for producing this bonus content!

The Degrassi Kid Patreon - it's more than a podcast.
14 min
July 23, 2022 Linda Makes A Movie: The Kids of Degrassi Street (1979 - 1986)
201 - How did Degrassi get started? Why did The Kids of Degrassi Street take seven years to make? And what decisions were happening during this time that became a staple to the Degrassi brand?
Adjust your TV dials because we're going all the way back to 1979; we'll follow Linda Schuyler and Kit Hood as they navigate the world of television networking and bring us, what we now know, as the first episode of Degrassi.
If you love learning about the history of your favourite TV show, then this podcast is for you!
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Excited for Linda Schuyler's new memoir Mother of All Degrassi? Pre-oder it here!
Eager to learn about Degrassi's writing Structure? Curious about the controversial Degrassi episode? Or just want to hear about upcoming guests? Visit The Degrassi Kid Patreon and join in on the fan club!
Or watch this historical piece of history: "When CBC visited the set of Degrassi Street (1985)"
1 hr 5 min
July 22, 2022 Preview: What's New In Season 2?
What's happening on The Degrassi Kid Podcast? Who's gonna be a guest this season? What's happening online?

Your podcast host has been busy working away over the podcast's hiatus to bring you an even better Degrassi fan experience. Join Jocelyn as she tells you what she's been working on, what she's excited about and what you can expect on this brand new Season.

Join in on all the fun this season over at The Degrassi Kid Podcast Patreon! Check out our new mail-out option, get your own shout-out on the podcast and be apart of something special over in the Patreon fan community!
24 min

About The Degrassi Kid Podcast

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Welcome to your ultimate teenage time capsule! I’m Jocelyn, better known as Degrassi Kid, a passionate content creator celebrating the history and legacy of Degrassi. Relive the drama, heartbreak, and triumphs of our teenage years with behind-the-scenes stories and special guest appearances from Degrassi stars. If you’re a nostalgic Degrassi fan, this podcast is for you.