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Same Difference is a podcast series created by students in JRN 801 in the Fall 2020 semester at the Ryerson School of Journalism
Ever wonder how musicians create harmonies? In our final episode of the season, producer Adrian Bueno explores how musicians from different communities produce harmonies, and how it allows them to find harmony within their lives. Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
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Zoe Robinson realized she was not in the right body at the age of 55. From there, she began a gender journey that opened her mind and changed her life. In this episode, producer and Same Difference host Gracie Brison introduces us to Zoe and sheds light on one trans [...]
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Cannabis, marijuana, doobie, devil’s lettuce. In this episode, producer Bela Lopes dives into the history of weed prohibition and racist policies affecting stoners of colour from the 1930s to modern day. Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 17: Taboo Talkin’ appeared first on JRN Radio.
What does Hakka mean to you? That’s the question that Erin Navarro tries to discover when she spent the day cooking with her Hakka mother, Christine. What if we could hop in and look at how Erin’s cooking goe- Oh wait, you COULD do that! Sit back and enjoy an [...]
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 16: What does Hakka Mean To You? appeared first on JRN Radio.
The love of hockey starts with Paul Kariya and Team Canada, but the game’s culture reveals racism, bullying and exclusion. As an Asian Canadian hoping to start a career in hockey media, producer Daniel Centeno navigates the highs and lows of the sport, speaking to individuals about their experiences with [...]
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 15: Hockey Culture appeared first on JRN Radio.
The future of feminism is here. In this episode, producer Leen Blaibleh takes us through the compelling stories and experiences of four minority women who are redefining the movement daily. Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 14: How We Can Fix the Future of Feminism appeared first on JRN Radio.
The Parkdale area of Toronto is all about community. But what happened to that community when it got rocked by an influx of vegans determined to spread their message and make money? Producer Jasmine Rach and Vegandale owner Hellenic Vincent De Paul have a heated conversation about inclusion and race [...]
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 13: Vegandale Vendetta appeared first on JRN Radio.
The Canadian identity is hard to define—and it varies wildly from person to person. Especially for racialized Canadians, the question of our national identity is a complicated one. In this episode, producer Shakir Rimzy speaks to racialized public servants about fitting into Canadian culture and being part of “the system”. [...]
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 12: Stand On Guard For Thee appeared first on JRN Radio.
It’s never easy learning that your parents aren’t right for each other. For many people who grew up in blended families, divorce is the first step in that direction. But what comes after? In this episode, producer Vanessa Balintec speaks to three women about their experience growing up in complex blended [...]
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 11: Blended Families appeared first on JRN Radio.
CONIFA is soccer’s global governing body for groups that don’t confine to FIFA’s terms. Their mission allows people to bring together their community through international soccer competitions. In this episode, producer John Longo talks to two teams to understand how and why a team is created through CONIFA. Host: Grace [...]
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 10: CONIFA appeared first on JRN Radio.
Young adults are facing several difficulties in these strange times. In this episode, producers Cassandra Dubiel and Santiago Ramer shed light on the challenges we face as we grow more independent and become functioning members of society. Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse [...]
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 9: Adulting appeared first on JRN Radio.
Possessions come into our lives from those we used to know, and we either keep them, or we don’t. For Jenna Frangione, it was a sweater from a rocky relationship. Producer Mia Maaytah tells us more. Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda [...]
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 8: It’s Mine Now appeared first on JRN Radio.
What is it like being Black on Big Brother? Producer Libaan Osman, who has dreamed about getting on the show, wanted to find out. He talked to fans of the game, a former contestant of Big Brother Canada, and even the host and executive producer Arisa Cox about potential changes [...]
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Melissa Bishop-Nriagu (@Bishopmelissa) is the fastest 800m runner in Canadian history. But, like many other Olympians, she needs Instagram to make money. In this episode, producer Alex Cyr breaks down what an athlete has to do to get paid in the age of online influencing. Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate [...]
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 6: Influencing appeared first on JRN Radio.
In this episode produced by Nikki Hashemian, listeners get a behind the scenes look at what it’s like to be a woman war photographer. One of the stories featured is from Andrea Bruce, who reflects on covering war as a woman, the challenges she overcame, and her most memorable experiences [...]
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 5: Women and War appeared first on JRN Radio.
“This is how my brain works.” Making friends and getting good grades can be challenging for anyone—but for some students, it’s even harder. In this episode, associate producer and narrator Manuela Vega, along with her co-producer Briana Lynn Brieiro, explore the experiences of neurodivergent people in schools. Host: Grace [...]
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 4: Wired Differently appeared first on JRN Radio.
The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the vulnerabilities of Canada’s support system. But for this group of artists, a push for a universal basic income program means there is light at the end of the tunnel. Producer Scott McLean speaks to the artists and organizers pushing for basic income in Canada. [...]
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 3: Basic Income appeared first on JRN Radio.
Asian-Americans are the least likely ethnic group to seek professional mental health, so how are advocates trying to squash the stigma? Join Paula Tran as she talks about her own mental health journey while talking to mental health advocates along the way. Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: [...]
The post Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 2: Asian Mental Health appeared first on JRN Radio.
Our first episode is a love story. Host Grace Brison introduces us to executive producer Emily Morantz, who tells the story of Jana and her partner Lou. After meeting Jana's family, Lou was surprised to find a feeling of home in their Jewish culture—so now, they've decided to convert. The [...]
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