Unlearn16: Class is in Session

In this episode, I jump into the world of yellow journalism, propaganda, censorship and the creation of the news.  But pay close attention, we tend to blame the powers that be BUT it seems as though we are the ones demanding the insanity.

PS - clue for next week's guest 'It must be bunnies'

In this episode, Dustin Pace and I sit down and talk about the damaging features of censorship and the impossibility of objectivity.  In the comments share your favourite censored book.

You can find Dustin on Tiktok, Instagram and Facebook under
nontoxicmasculinity 

You want to learn the power of art and heart - Bryan Andrews.  His music is powerful, not only because he is an incredibly talented song writer and singer, but because he speaks from an authentic place standing up against injustice.  And I will be singing my lungs out right beside him.

In this episode, I get schooled by one of the most intelligent and thought provoking academics I have ever met.  Sit back and take notes...I did.

Find this genius at the places below
Tiktok, Instagram, Youtube - jonstertruck
Books - https://a.co/d/08m3E15T 

In this episode, I discussed the long history between the US and Cuba - the wars, the imperialism, the corporate take over, the revolution and the detente.  Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.

Even Jack Nicholson knew that.

In this episode, I do a deep dive into American foreign policy following WWI - how they have consistently used imperialism to expand their power, enrich their own nation and do it all under the pretence of freedom and democracy.  Trump isn't doing anything new...he just can't put together a good speech to hide it.

He DID point out the corruption of the system - however, people inferred he was going to fix it.  Careful what you assume.

The full story of Ana and I getting married...buckle up, it is a long story...we will start at the very beginning.

People Responsible for this incredible event
Catherine McLaughin - Activation's manager and event coordinator 
Grey Loft Studio - Photographer and Videographer 
Wedecore - Wedding Planner
Micheal Donovan - Wedding Planner
Revell Bridal - Ana's dress
Frank Sukkoo - Jo's suit Designer
Fairmont Laurier - Hotel
Canadian Tire - Gift bag
Tim Horton's - Hat wall
Salon Fiorella - Hair and Makeup 
Chef David - Zoe's Chef
Chef Jin - Zoe's Pastry Chef
True Bijoux - rings 
Loud Cup - gift bag
Try Soul Bound - gift bag
Zoe's Restaurant 
Jamie C World - DJ 
Tanis Emmett Wedding Style - Dress Alterations

In this episode, Mr. Global and I do a deep dive into Venezuela's colonial past, the incursion of the US into their oil market and the volatile state we are finding ourselves today.

Any guesses on what the US does next?

Marit Stiles (Leader of the provincial NDP) and I sit down to discuss how she got kicked out of parliament for telling the truth...and she isn't stopping anytime soon.

In this episode, I take you back to the swing sets of 1978 and jump off into the complex world of race, ethnicity, sex, and identity.  The full story will be found in my NEW book 'That's Not What This Book Is About' - available July 1, 2025.  The easy questions are never interesting...and to be honest, they never get asked anymore...there is google.  Education is more about nuance, discussion and critical analysis than it has ever been before.  I may not have even close to all the answers, but I promise to never stop asking the questions.

That's Not What This Book Is About - Joanna Johnson
Order it on July 1, 2025 at unlearn16.com