The Hum x Guelph: Recent Episodes
JAYU x Guelph
A trigger warning for this episode: contains topics regarding gender-based violence, sexual assault, please treat yourself gently and take breaks if needed.
In today's episode Charlotte sits down with Myah Robinson and Jorin Vehmeijer, two members of SAFE (Sexual Assault-Free Environment), a University of Guelph organization that works to promote consent, healthy relationships and open conversations regarding sexual assault and gender-based violence. As Peer leaders, Myah and Jorin run events, provide support for students, and collaborate with other resources in and around the community. In this conversation Charlotte, Myah and Jorin touch on how to be an ally, how to make consent an everyday practice and the importance of an everchanging and open-minded perspective.
In this episode, Charlotte looks back at an old blog post about Queer representation in film and television, and analyzes how things have shifted over the past two years. Charlotte looks at the 95th academy awards, and what the nominations say about how representation is changing. This episode touches on personal representation, and the importance of feeling seen
In this MINI episode, Charlotte provides some recommendations for books you can read if you are interested in expanding your knowledge on human rights and global issues. This episode focuses on the books Hillbilly Elegy, Nomadland, Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, The Nickel Boys and The Death of Vivek Oji. Listen to find out more!
In this episode, Charlotte sits down with Jamie Ainsley (She/Her), a third-year student at the University of Guelph, to talk about mental health. Charlotte and Jamie discuss topics like therapy, finding helpful resources on campus, and how to use different well-being strategies.
In this episode Charlotte sits down with local Guelph artist, Mei Lein Harrison to discuss the meaning of their personal artistic practices. The episode delves into how art can be used to transform communities, connect individuals and represent oneself.
If you are interested in Mei Lein’s work, check them out on Instagram @by_me.i
Link to help help help: https://zavitz.sofamstudio.ca/help-help-help/
Link to Afro B*tch: https://www.instagram.com/p/B4tA3SuAFgr/
In this episode, Charlotte sits down with Mary Atkinson, a woman identifying as bisexual to talk about the stigma surrounding bisexuality within society, media and the LGBTQ+ community. The conversation hits on points of representation, navigating relationships, loving oneself and more.
Trigger warning: sexual assault and gender-based violence, please listen at your own discretion
In this episode, Charlotte sits down with an anonymous guest to talk about safe spaces and how to create inclusive environments on campus. University and college campuses are places where are students should feel safe and welcome, but how do we get there? This episode provides personal accounts to define the importance of open-minded, safe spaces.
Cut for time, but still interesting: Why good leaders make you feel safe, Simon Sinek: https://www.ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_why_good_leaders_make_you_feel_safe?language=en#t-345914
In this episode, Charlotte sits down with Callie Gibson and Christopher Lim, the co-creators of the art history publication delve Magazine, to discuss the relevance of art history in social justice movements. An insightful conversation ensues about the interconnected nature of artistic expression and human rights.
Check out delve Magazine:
on instagram @delvemagazine_
delvemagazine.ca
Or email in at:
delve@uoguelph.ca
Further Exploration:
Link to Leanne Simpson’s work: https://www.leannesimpson.ca/
Participatory museum tedtalk by Nina Simon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIcwIH1vZ9w