The Degrassi Kid Podcast

Bonus - Who was my favorite podcast guest? What's my least favourite piece of merch I own? And was I ever paid for the Degrassi documentary?

For this special bonus episode, I'm answering your questions from this Patreon post. We’re talking Degrassi favorites, behind-the-scenes moments, dream guests, other fandoms I love, and the reality of turning Degrassi into a career.

This episode is part of 12 Days of Degrassi Kid — catch up on all the bonus content now on patreon.com/degrassikid

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Bonus - What really happened in Degrassi’s deleted scenes? Did the show make the right call cutting them?

In this video, I dive deep into a collection of deleted scenes from Degrassi: The Next Generation. From Wheels giving Lucy an emotional apology to Downtown Sasquatch debating their band name. Some scenes add surprising layers to the characters, others… yeah, deserved to stay on the cutting room floor.Together, we’ll break down what each deleted moment adds (or doesn’t) to the story, why it may have been removed, and whether keeping it would have changed anything for our favourite Degrassi arcs.

Because at Degrassi… even the deleted scenes go there.

Degrassi Kid: ⁠⁠⁠⁠

http://www.patreon.com/degrassikid

http://www.discord.gg/degrassikid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ http://www.instagram.com/degrassikid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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809 - Why did Astra Crosby walk away from Degrassi — and what does she think about it now?

In this episode, Astra Crosby, known to fans as Faith from Degrassi Junior High and the breakout teen documentary series Talk 16, looks back on her time in front of the camera.

Once a runaway teen, Astra opens up about her complicated coming-of-age captured on TV, the opportunity she lost, and the life she rebuilt beyond the spotlight.

This honest, vulnerable conversation explores what it means to grow up on screen, walk away too soon, and make peace with who you were versus who you are now.

🎙️ “Losing Faith” a conversation about fame, resilience, and finding yourself long after the cameras stop rolling.

Visit patreon.com/degrassikid to support more episodes just like this one! Thank you to Degrassi CSI for sponsoring this episode.

Astra Crosby:

• Instagram
• Youtube:  @Astra_Logical_Official 

Degrassi Kid:

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.patreon.com/degrassikid
• http://www.discord.gg/degrassikid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• http://www.instagram.com/degrassikid
• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.tiktok.com/@degrassi_kid⁠⁠ [email protected]

Footage Use:

Talk 16 (1990) Back Alley Film Productions & National Film Board of Canada Degrassi Junior High - WildBrainStudios

808 - Do you want to watch a Degrassi episode with a Degrassi actor?

Because now you can.

Annie Clark, the iconic Fiona Coyne, joined me on The Degrassi Kid Discord for a very special watch-along event! Together, we’re revisiting Chasing Pavements, Fiona’s unforgettable coming-out episode and one of the most meaningful moments in Degrassi history.

And there’s more!

✨Until December 6th (or while supplies last), you can grab an autograph from Annie Clark (plus other Degrassi-inspired goodies) in our limited-time sale: 👉 Annie Autograph Sale Link

If you love Degrassi, if Fiona means something to you, or if you simply want to experience something we’ve never done before… this is the event for you.

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http://www.discord.gg/degrassikid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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807 - Twelve Degrassi fans. Ten iconic filming locations. One unforgettable weekend.

In this emotional episode, I share the story of our trip to Toronto - how a small group of fans turned a dream into reality, retracing the steps of our favorite characters from Degrassi Street to WildBrain Studios.

From laughter and tears to late-night reflections, this was more than just a vacation… it was a full-circle moment that reminded us why Degrassi still means so much after all these years.Join me as we relive the trip that changed everything - a celebration of friendship, fandom, and the magic of finding Degrassi in real life.

Travelers: Kate, Dave, Shannon, Lizzie, Taylor, Rachael, Natalie, Catrina, Jocelyn, Meghan & Justin, Gina, Chris & The Degrassi Baby, Ellie J 💕Sponsored by Jolene, we're so sad you couldn't make it.

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🗺️ Degrassi Locations Tour Guide (PDF Download): https://www.patreon.com/degrassikid/shop

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• http://www.discord.gg/degrassikid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / degrassikid
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806 - What’s it like to play one of the most infamous characters in Degrassi history?

Degrassi actor, Ephraim Ellis, joins The Degrassi Kid Podcast to talk about his unforgettable role as Rick Murray - the student behind one of Degrassi’s most shocking and defining storylines.

Ephraim reflects on filming Time Stands Still, what it was like portraying such a complicated character, and how he looks back on the legacy of the episode and his time on the show today.

If you love Degrassi, this podcast is for you.

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Ephraim Ellis:

https://www.ephraimellis.com/

https://www.instagram.com/ephraimellis

Degrassi Kid: ⁠⁠⁠⁠

http://www.patreon.com/degrassikid

http://www.discord.gg/degrassikid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

http://www.instagram.com/degrassikid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

http://www.tiktok.com/@degrassi_kid⁠⁠

[email protected]

👋 Hi there! I’m Jocelyn, but you might know me as Degrassi Kid!

With your support on Patreon, I create projects that celebrate Degrassi and the community around it.

This video serves as an introduction to me and the Degrassi Kid Community. Browse my membership options and find the tier that's best for you. No matter which tier you join, you're helping make my Degrassi dreams come true.

You can also find me on Social Media: 🤳TikTok, Instagram, Email, Discord

Thank YOU for being a member of The Degrassi Kid Patreon.

805 - What’s it like to write a Degrassi superfan’s favorite episode?

Degrassi Writer, Duana Taha, joins The Degrassi Kid Podcast to talk about her iconic episode "Chasing Pavements" (My all-time favorite episode of Degrassi).

Duana shares insight into her time in the Degrassi writers’ room, what it was like to bring Fiona’s story to life through Annie Clark’s performance, and how she looks back on her contributions to the series today. If you love Degrassi, this podcast is for you.

Duana Taha:

https://www.instagram.com/duanataha

https://duanataha.com/Duana's Book The Name Therapist

Degrassi Kid: ⁠⁠⁠⁠

http://www.patreon.com/degrassikid

http://www.discord.gg/degrassikid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

http://www.instagram.com/degrassikid

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[email protected]

804 - What’s it like to work on a documentary about your favorite TV show?

Honestly… really fucking complicated.

In this episode of The Degrassi Kid Podcast, Jocelyn pulls back the curtain on their time working on the official Degrassi documentary... the highs, the lows, and the messy in-between.

Note: (Please do not try to seek out anyone who is mentioned in this video, that is not the intention of sharing this story!) They share the rush of being invited onto the project, the strange tension of being both a die-hard superfan and an unpaid consultant, and what it felt like to finally watch the finished product on screen.

The experience wasn’t glamorous, and it definitely wasn’t always fun, but it taught Jocelyn hard lessons about self-respect, boundaries, and standing up when things didn’t feel right.

If you’ve ever been curious about what really goes on behind the scenes in the Degrassi Kid world, this episode is for you.

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http://www.discord.gg/degrassikid

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803 - How do you step into the role of an abusive boyfriend and make it believable on screen?

Alex Harrouch joins The Degrassi Kid Podcast to talk about his unforgettable role as Leo Lauzon on Season 13 of Degrassi.

From auditioning for Miles Hollingsworth, to landing the role of Alli’s boyfriend, Alex reflects on the challenges of portraying a violent character, the emotional weight of filming those storylines, and what it took to leave that energy behind after the cameras stopped rolling.

Along the way, he shares his favorite on-set memories with Melinda Shankar, what it was like to film his most violent scene, and how being part of Degrassi has impacted his career.

If you love Degrassi, this episode is for you.

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Alex Harrouch: Alex Harrouch IMDBAlex Harrouch InstagramDegrassi Kid: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.patreon.com/degrassikid)⁠⁠⁠http://www.discord.gg/degrassikid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/degrassikid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.tiktok.com/@degrassi_kid⁠⁠ [email protected]