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FemRadio is a production of CJRU's Feminist Radio Collective. Our goal is to get more women's voices on the air and more women's hands making radio. We particularly support voices of women of colour, aboriginal women, women with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ folks.
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones alongside co-host, Lauren Stallone via remote production for feminist news, artist spotlights and feminist favs.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with Kate's sister, Heather Jones, where they talk all about being a woman in science, feminism and mental health
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https://theeyeopener.com/2021/11/indigenous-student-joins-renaming-committee-after-only-indigenous-student-resigns/
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xl-QtGP5h7o
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3M7et8wv0U0
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Lauren Stallone alongside co-host, Kate Jones via remote production for feminist news, artist spotlights and feminist favs.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with Sammy Jackson
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https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/moncton-sublocade-access-1.6242932
https://www.cbc.ca/music/meet-mighloe-a-rising-singer-who-channels-all-her-fiery-emotions-through-an-r-b-alter-ego-1.6237452
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones alongside co-host, Lauren Stallone via remote production for feminist news, artist spotlights and feminist favs.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with JUNO Award-winning artist Sammy Jackson
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On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Lauren Stallone alongside co-host, Kate Jones via remote production for feminist news, artist spotlights and feminist favs.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with Model, Actress and Filmmaker, Shreya Patel
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https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/10/25/star-journalist-angelyn-francis-named-one-of-canadas-most-powerful-women-for-2021.html
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones alongside co-host, Lauren Stallone via remote production for feminist news, artist spotlights and feminist favs.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with Model, Actress and Filmmaker, Shreya Patel
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ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5flll6bPLI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M30AQVYF3Zs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YuaZcylk_o
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Lauren Stallone alongside co-host, Kate Jones via remote production for feminist news, artist spotlights and feminist favs.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with Toronto based artist Tamara Allssa
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https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/cbc-toronto-rediscovering-culture-1.6200738
https://www.cbc.ca/sports/tennis/canada-tennis-leylah-fernandez-billie-jean-king-cup-1.6210782
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones alongside co-host, Lauren Stallone via remote production for feminist news, artist spotlights and feminist favs.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with Toronto based artist Tamara Allssa
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NEWS
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https://theeyeopener.com/2021/10/rams-womens-soccer-make-history-defeat-u-of-t-for-first-time-ever/
https://theeyeopener.com/2021/10/decolonizing-design-rye-alum-reimagines-ojibwe-jewelry/
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSQxvUpcSP0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMa2jthBS3Y
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOquW8xcV0w
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Lauren Stallone alongside co-host, Kate Jones via remote production for feminist news, artist spotlights and feminist favs.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with author and journalist Rawiya Kameir
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https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/arielle-kayabaga-mp-elect-carleton-university-1.6186773
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOKlp1_6o6g
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCnf46boC3I
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YyDcXK_SqJAMENTAL HEALTH
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Artist Empress Divine joins Olivea Loo Folkes to discuss what it like to be a female dancehall artist and what it means to hold you own.
Artist Michelle Hopkins joins the Femradio Podcast to discuss using multiple languages to connect with her audience.
Nivedita a young Indo-Caribbean artist is changing the way the youth listen and experiences classical and pop music as well Holly Clausius is making her voice and platform known being a voice to women in the LGBTQ community.
On this episode of FemRadio, host Olivea Loo Folkes shares feminist news and events, and interviews musician Dani Doucette about her career, navigating the music industry as a woman, and her latest projects.
On this episode of FemRadio, join host Olivea Loo Folkes for feminist news, events and two interviews:
Dani Kristina, songwriter and musician, talks about her music career and her new release, "One Night Stand"
Raven Wings, member and representative of Black Lives Matter Canada, speaking about the current work of her BLM chapter and the new space the organization acquired in downtown Toronto
On this episode of FemRadio, Olivea Loo Folkes sits down with rising Canadian singer and songwriter Jenna Nation. Toronto News plus local events and more
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones via remote production with co-host Lauren Stallone for feminist news, artist spotlights, and feminist favs.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with "anti-pop star", EMM
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www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/…or-series-1.6030968
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ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS: EMM
ACT 1: Adderall
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulUXGyJDEMo
ACT 11: Vice
www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3O3fash_AQ
The Prologue: Freedom
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On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones via remote production with co-hosts Lauren Stallone and Krishna Priya for feminist news, artist spotlights and feminist favs.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with Rhiannon Rosalind, CEO of the Economic Club of Canada.
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https://globalnews.ca/news/7841955/covid-19-vaccine-irregular-menstruation/
https://globalnews.ca/news/7848216/prince-harry-oprah-mental-health-series-me-you-cant-see-apple/
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Lauren Stallone via remote production with co-hosts Didhiti Kandel and Kate Jones for feminist news, artist spotlights and feminist favs.
Then, hear an exclusive interview by Olive East with Toronto Rapper, Masia One.
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https://www.cbc.ca/sports/olympics/summer/aquatics/canada-diving-world-cup-may-2-1.6010982
https://www.cbc.ca/radio/unreserved/how-indigenous-musicians-are-using-song-to-reclaim-their-identities-1.6000539/stripped-of-identity-powerful-music-video-depicts-lasting-impacts-of-sixties-scoop-1.6007784
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones via remote production with co-hosts Lauren Stallone for feminist news, and feminist films.
Then, hear an exclusive interview by Kate Jones with film writer, Ingrid Veninger
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ONE(NINE) FILM
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NEWS
https://www.cbc.ca/sports/golf/lpga-la-open-recap-april-24-1.6001351
https://theeyeopener.com/2021/04/ryersons-lisa-haley-hired-as-nwhl-senior-vp-of-hockey-operations/
https://www.cbc.ca/sports/tennis/bianca-andreescu-illness-madrid-open-1.6001606
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Lauren Stallone via remote production with co-hosts Amy Wang and Kate Jones for feminist news, and feminist films.
Then, hear an exclusive interview by Lauren Stallone with film writer, Isa Benn
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On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones via remote production with co-host Lauren Stallone and Didhiti Kandel for feminist news, artist spotlights and feminist favourites.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with film composer, Steph Copeland
STEPH'S SOCIALS:
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GASLIGHT MUSIC VIDEO:
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https://www.cbc.ca/news/indigenous/timiskaming-school-acts-kindness-1.5980164
https://theeyeopener.com/2021/04/ryerson-dean-named-one-of-2021s-top-25-women-of-influence/
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Lauren Stallone via remote production with co-hosts Amy Wang and Kate Jones for feminist news, and feminist films.
Then, hear an exclusive interview by Lauren Stallone with Canadian pianist, Eve Egoyan.
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https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/easter-hallelujah-fort-frances-viral-video-1.5973495
https://www.cbc.ca/news/opinion/opinion-women-equality-education-1.5935791
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones via remote production with co-host Lauren Stallone for feminist news, artist spotlights and feminist favourites.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with global leader in education, Julia Reynen.
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theeyeopener.com/2021/03/black-st…lence-on-campus/
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Lauren Stallone via remote production with co-hosts Didhiti Kandel and Kate Jones for feminist news, artist spotlights and feminist favourites.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with global leader in education, Julia Reynen.
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NEWS
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https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/safe-at-home-pilot-project-1.5958106
https://www.cbc.ca/music/aria-ohlsson-s-star-is-swiftly-rising-her-secret-loving-herself-first-1.5952890
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
NIKKI YANOFSKY:BIG MOUTH
ARIA OHLSSON: THE WEEKEND
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones via remote production with co-hosts Amy Wang and Lauren Stallone for feminist news, artist spotlights and their new feminist favorites segment.
Then, hear Part Two of an exclusive interview by Lauren Stallone with owner and operator of Euclid Farms, Shannon Whelan.
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www.cbc.ca/news/world/breonna-…niversary-1.5949031
www.cbc.ca/sports/tennis/eugen…en-mexico-1.5949135
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatc…complaint-1.5947870
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
HALEY BLAIS: TOO GOOD
YUKON BLONDE: GET PRECIOUS
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Lauren Stallone via remote production with co-hosts Amy Wang and Kate Jones for feminist news, artist spotlights and feminist films.
Then, hear an exclusive interview by Lauren Stallone with owner and operator of Euclid Farms, Shannon Whelan.
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NEWS
https://www.cbc.ca/news/indigenous/indigenous-women-small-businesses-quebec-1.5938913
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/allison-crowe-hallelujah-1.5934704
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/sudbury/craxy-plant-people-sudbury-1.5936358
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
OKAN: MERCEDES
RIA MAE: BEND
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones via remote production with co-hosts Amy Wang and Didhiti Kandell for feminist news, artist spotlights and quarantine content.
Then, hear an exclusive interview by Kate Jones with Canadian-Ukrainian Filmmaker, Alina Vita-Kulesh.
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NEWS
https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/hillary-clinton-louise-penny-novel-1.5924199
https://globalnews.ca/news/7644193/trey-anthony-black-girl-in-love/
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/mi-qmak-indigenous-newbrunswick-1.5928704
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
Jocelyn Mackenzie: The Brave Ones
Helena Deland: Someone New
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Lauren Stallone via remote production with co-hosts Tamunoibifiri Fambo and Kate Jones for feminist news, artist spotlights and quarantine content.
Then, hear part an exclusive interview by Lauren Stallone with Heather Barnabe, CEO of Girls20.
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NEWS AND SPORTS
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/muslim-indigenous-couple-saskatchewan-1.546028
https://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/21-black-futures-1.5913194
https://www.cbc.ca/sports/how-a-22-year-old-woman-helped-bring-down-the-tokyo-olympics-chief-1.5918669
https://www.cbc.ca/music/singer-songwriter-cate-penned-a-powerful-message-to-herself-and-young-women-everywhere-are-listening-1.5905277
QUARANTINE CONTENT
The Roasted Nut
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
Sakako: Thanks to You
Cate: Sad Song
Naya Ali: Get It Right
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones via remote production with co-host Lauren Stallone, Amy Wang, and Didhiti Kandell, to discuss coming back from a very busy reading week, wrapping up Black History Month, and more with feminist news, artist spotlights, and quarantine content.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with host, Kate Jones, and Indigenous Filmmaker, Victoria Anderson Gardner who talked about her experiences with racism in the film industry as well as what inspires her.
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NEWS
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/valentines-card-seniors-project-community-heroes-ottawa-1.5907416
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/ojibway-artist-red-lake-nhl-chicago-blackhawks-1.5911300
https://theeyeopener.com/2021/02/indigenous-community-members-at-ryerson-dont-support-new-statue-task-force-name/
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/venture-capital-sandpiper-ventures-technology-women-1.5909012
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
Ruth B: If I Have a Son
Zaki Ibrahim: Do the Thing Right
Adria Kain: Sunrise
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Lauren Stallone via remote production with co-hosts Didhiti Kandel for part two of last week's episode and more with feminist news, artist spotlights and quarantine content.
Then, hear part two of an exclusive interview with Donisha Prendergast, a Jamacian activist and actress, granddaughter of Bob Marley.
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NEWS AND SPORTS
https://www.cbc.ca/news/indigenous/tunngasugit-inuit-centre-winnipeg-1.5898365
https://theeyeopener.com/2021/01/rams-head-coach-lisa-haley-excited-about-opportunity-with-hungarian-womens-national-team/
https://theeyeopener.com/2021/02/black-scholars-call-for-intersectionality-in-early-childhood-education/
QUARANTINE CONTENT
Kaela Kay Boutique
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
Alessia Cara: Rooting For You
Kelsey Vaz: Pretty
Kayla Diamond: Cry Wolf
Sammy Jackson: With You
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones via remote production with co-host Lauren Stallone and Tamunoibifiri Fombo, to discuss the long month of January and getting into Black history month, and more with feminist news, artist spotlights, and quarantine content.
Then, hear an exclusive interview with Bob Marley's granddaughter, singer/songwriter, Donisha Prendergrast who talked about her experiences with racism.
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NEWS
https://theeyeopener.com/2021/01/school-of-fashion-alumna-receives-the-order-of-canada/
https://theeyeopener.com/2021/01/ryerson-student-to-be-first-ever-recipient-of-canadas-hero-award/
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/cineplex-black-history-month-1.5896686
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
Savannah Re: Homies
Dominique Fils-Aime: Big Man Do Cry
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Lauren Stallone via remote production with co-hosts Kate Jones and Didhiti Kandel for another Black Out Tuesday episode and more with feminist news, artist spotlights and quarantine content.
Then, hear an exclusive interview by Lauren Stallone with Sarah Keast, co-owner and co-founder of the company, Crying Out Loud, a wellness boutique that works to promote self-care and care of others.
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NEWS AND SPORTS
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/montreal-mother-dementia-covid-19-vaccines-1.5885397
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/indigenous-women-face-tattoos-1.5877946
https://theeyeopener.com/2021/01/retooled-ryerson-womens-basketball-team-looks-to-make-a-championship-push/
QUARANTINE CONTENT
Catherine & Company
Buna Coffee
Mofer Coffee
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
Divine Lightbody: Saved a Song
Kelsey Vaz: Put You On
NEFE: Let Me Know
On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones via remote production with co-host Lauren Stallone to discuss their feeling going through a second-lockdown and how they're combatting their negative emotions while staying safe inside and more with feminist news, artist spotlights and quarantine content.
Then, hear an exclusive interview by Kate Jones with Padina Bondar, a Toronto based fashion designer, focusing on sustainability in the fashion industry and currently studying at Parson School of Design in New York City.
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On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Lauren Stallone via remote production with co-host Kate Jones to discuss feminist news, artist spotlights and quarantine content.
Then, hear an exclusive interview by Lauren Stallone with Heather Greenwood Davis, the voice behind, Globetrotting Mama, a website that offers parenting, lifestyle, and travel tips.
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On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Kate Jones via remote production with co-host Lauren Stallone to discuss the Indigenous filmmaker, Sarain Fox's debut film release and more with feminist news, artist spotlights and quarantine content.
Then, hear an exclusive interview by Kate Jones with Alyssa Bertram, founder of the company, Easy, a delivery service that offers 100 per cent organic feminine hygiene products to your doorstep.
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In this holiday special episode of FemRadio, join producer Sofia Vavaroutsos along with co-hosts Lauren Stallone and Kate Jones to review some of FemRadio's highs and lows of 2020. Hear discussions about the team members who worked with the show, some of the best interviews and some of our favourite artist spotlights from our Blackout Tuesdays content.
Then, get to know Kate and Lauren as the new producers of FemRadio and say goodbye to Sofia during her last episode as producer after almost two years!
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On this episode of FemRadio, join producer Sofia Vavaroutsos via remote production with co-hosts Supriya Sharma and Kate Jones to discuss the RSU's decision to lay off staff at a Ryerson support centre for victims of sexual violence. On this Blackout Tuesday episode, all artist spotlights are Black Canadian women, and all quarantine content is useful for Black women and their allies.
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In this episode of FemRadio join co-producers Sofia Vavaroutsos, Kate Jones and Lauren Stallone to discuss the second lockdown in Toronto, and more with feminist news and artist spotlights. Revisit an interview with Mary Hawk from the Sheen for She Foundation who delivers some helpful self-care tips for those in quarantine.
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In this episode of FemRadio, join producer Sofia Vavaroutsos via remote production with co-hosts Kate Jones and Lauren Stallone to discuss the Ryerson Students' Union decision to fire all staff at the Centre for Safer Sex and Sexual Violence Support (C3SVS). Then, hear more about feminist news and artist spotlights, as well as a #throwback feature with Gabriela Jimenez from the organization, MereHub.
In this episode of FemRadio, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos with co-host Supriya Sharma to discuss the follow-up to the RSU's promise to provide menstrual products in the SCC and more with feminist news, sports, artist spotlights and quarantine content. Then, hear an exclusive interview by Sofia with Dr. Kate Bezanson about the state of childcare in Canada.
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In this Blackout Tuesday episode of FemRadio, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos with co-hosts Lauren Stallone, and Kate Jones to discuss the follow-up to women owning their post-mastectomy bodies and more with feminist news, sports, artist spotlight and quarantine content. Then, hear an exclusive interview by Sofia with Hadeel AlHadi and Sam Rohe of Equalisci, an organization devoted to equality in STEM.
In this Women's History Month special episode of FemRadio, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos with co-hosts Lauren Stallone, Supriya Sharma and Kate Jones to discuss some historic Canadian feminists and more with feminist news, sports and artist spotlights. Then, hear an exclusive interview by Supriya with Jessica Hinkson and Laura Nordin, co-directors of the upcoming short film, Joey, premiering on Super Channel Fuse on November 18.
In this Women's History Month special episode of FemRadio, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos with co-hosts Casey Dobson, Supriya Sharma and Kate Jones to discuss some iconic Canadian female artists and more with news and sports. Then, hear an exclusive interview with Tiffany Turchyn, founder of Toronto-based jewelry company Unsalted Honey to discuss the realities of being a woman in business and the importance of perseverance.
In this episode of FemRadio, join guest-host Lauren Stallone and co-hosts Supriya Sharma and Kate Jones for the first in a mini-series for Women's History Month. Then, hear an exclusive interview with Nirosha Balakumar from the organization Brown Girl Diary.
In this episode of FemRadio, join producer Sofia Vavaroutsos and co-host Lauren Stallone and new team member Kate Jones to discuss the Arctic research mission under fire for its dress code, and more with feminist news and sports. Then, hear an exclusive interview by Sofia Vavaroutsos with Laurinda Lee-Retter, founder of the Toronto company Kind Karma Company.
In this episode of FemRadio, join producer Sofia Vavaroutsos and co-hosts Supriya Sharma and Lauren Stallone to discuss the Indigenous actor making her directorial debut, and more with feminist news and sports. Then, hear an exclusive interview with Andrea Burke, co-founder of the Calgary nonprofit Re:give.
In this episode of FemRadio, join producer Sofia Vavaroutsos and co-host Supriya Sharma to discuss the alarming new data from Statistics Canada, an update to the Carol Sutherland case, and more with feminist news and sports. Then, hear an exclusive interview with Kiana 'Rookz' Eastmond, founder and director of Sandbox Studios.
In this episode of FemRadio, join producer Sofia Vavaroutsos and co-host to discuss the what the Chamber of Commerce says could help reverse the "she-cession", and more with feminist news and sports. Then, hear an exclusive interview with Rita Audi, activist and author of the memoir "My Grandmother Nadia: The Journey of a Refugee".
In this episode of FemRadio, join producer Sofia Vavaroutsos and co-host Casey Dobson to discuss the first female president of the Canadian Space Agency, and more with feminist news and sports. Then, hear an exclusive interview with Sandy Daley, author of the book 'Whose Vagina Is It Really?' being featured at the 2021 Toronto Fringe Festival.
In this episode of FemRadio, join producer Sofia Vavaroutsos and co-host Supriya Sharma to discuss the new podcast by CBC Books set to air in 2021, and more with feminist news and sports. Then, hear an exclusive interview with Nikki Sanchez, an Indigenous filmmaker, media creator, environmental educator and all-around awesome person.
In this episode of FemRadio, meet Casey Dobson! One of FemRadio's newest co-hosts takes a turn in the producer's chair to introduce herself in this Refreshed Re-Run of FemRadio. Join Casey as she talks about one of her favourite FemRadio interviews, as well as shows listeners her personality, music taste and gives a little insight into her life through new artist spotlights.
You stole her land, and now she's going to steal your heart...
In this episode of FemRadio, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos with co-hosts Casey Dobson and Supriya Sharma via remote production to discuss the woman with a disability who just won a big Toronto human rights case. Plus, hear Casey's take on Bianca Andreescu's withdrawal from the US Open in the new sports segment. This week's feature story is an exclusive interview with Lou Lou la Duchesse de Rière, an award winning burlesque performer speaking about the art of burlesque and what changes she'd like to see in the industry.
In this episode of FemRadio, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos with co-host Casey Dobson and new team member Supriya Sharma via remote production to discuss the three Black women now leading school boards in Ontario. Plus, get an introduction to Casey's new sports segment with a story about the NWSL. This week's feature story is an exclusive interview with Gabriela Jimenez from MERE Hub, speaking about the COVID-19 pandemic and how it has impacted land defenders in Canada and around the world.
In this Blackout Tuesday episode of FemRadio, hear artist spotlights, news and quarantine content relevant for Black and Indigenous women, and their allies.
In this episode of FemRadio, join producer Sofia Vavaroutsos with co-hosts Lauren Stallone and newest team member Casey Dobson to discuss an Edmonton bakery making a difference. Plus, hear an exclusive interview with Nicole Troster, entrepreneurship manager at ELLA Accelerator about the status quo for women in business and why that needs to change.
In this episode of FemRadio, join producer Sofia Vavaroutsos with co-host to discuss the new Clare's Law in Saskatchewan and more with a feminist artist spotlight. Plus, hear an exclusive interview with Larissa Crawford, speaker, activist and founder of Future Ancestors Services where we learn about ancestral accountability and why it is so important.
Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos via remote production with co-hosts Lauren Stallone and Kashish Hura to discuss the first Black woman to graduate as valedictorian from the University of Toronto's medical school. Plus, more with a news feature by Kashish from the Black Lives Matter protests, artist spotlights, and quarantine content. Then, an exclusive interview with Shireen Ahmed, sports journalist and an advocate for diversity in sports who hosts the Burn It All Down podcast!
Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos via remote production with co-hosts Lauren Stallone and Kashish Hura to discuss the first Black woman to graduate as valedictorian from the University of Toronto's medical school. Plus, more with a news feature by Kashish from the Black Lives Matter protests, artist spotlights, and quarantine content. Then, an exclusive interview with Shireen Ahmed, sports journalist and an advocate for diversity in sports who hosts the Burn It All Down podcast!
This episode of FemRadio is a BlackoutTuesday episode! Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos via remote production with co-hosts Kashish Hura to discuss the Regis Korchinski-Paquet case and policing in Canada. Plus, more with Black Canadian female artist spotlights, and resources for Black women and allies. Then, an exclusive interview with Alia Youssef, creator of the Sisters Project, all about stereotypes Muslim women face in media and how Alia's photography is aiming to change that.
Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos via remote production with co-host Lauren Stallone and new co-host Kashish Hura to discuss the new form of birth control approved by Health Canada. Plus, more with feminist news, artist spotlights, quarantine content. Plus, an exclusive interview with Uswah Ahsan, founder of Ally Squared, all about what mutual allyship should look like.
Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos via remote production with Lauren Stallone and anew co-host to discuss violence against women during the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, more with feminist news and artist spotlights, and an exclusive interview with the founders of new Toronto organization, Hey Black Girl.
Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos via remote production with Lauren Stallone to discuss Lilly Singh's cultural appropriation and backlash, and more with feminist news, artist spotlights and quarantine content. Plus, part two of an exclusive radio feature about Gabrielle Daleman, Canadian Olympic figure skating champion.
Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos via remote production with Lauren Stallone to discuss the new film Secret Love, and more with feminist news, artist spotlights and quarantine content. Plus, part one of an exclusive radio feature about Gabrielle Daleman, Canadian Olympic figure skating champion.
Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos via remote production with Lauren Stallone to discuss the realities for women and non binary people in tech, and more with feminist news and artist spotlights. Plus, an exclusive interview with Ailish Forfar, professional hockey player and former editor and host with Yahoo Sports.
Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos via remote production with Lauren Stallone to discuss the First Nations woman who just won a major legal battle, and more with feminist news and artist spotlights. Plus, an exclusive interview with Sarah Krichel and Catherine Abes, current and incoming Editor-in-Chiefs of the Eyeopener.
Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos via remote production with Lauren Stallone to discuss the Toronto teens at the top of North American women's basketball, and more with feminist news, artist spotlights and quarantine content. Plus, an exclusive interview with Mary Hawk, founder of the Sheen for She Foundation, speaking about self-care in the time of COVID-19.
Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos on the phone with Lauren Stallone to discuss the Toronto graphic artist set to write for Wonder Woman comics, and more with feminist news. Plus, an exclusive interview with Dhriti Gupta, communities editor at the Eyeopener, discussing identity politics, burnout and the Hustle Issue.
Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos in studio with Lauren Stallone to discuss the Canadian Opera Company's decision to sever ties with a conductor, and more with feminist news. Plus, meet new contributor Deepak Bidwai, interviewing Amira Mire, professor and author of the book Wellness in Whiteness.
Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos in studio with Lauren Stallone, interviewing Jennifer McKinley and Ilene Sova of Toronto's Feminist Art Collective about the upcoming Feminist Art Fest! Plus, the reality model speaking up about body shaming, and more with feminist news, artist spotlights, and events.
For FemRadio's Feminist Fam Jam special, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos in studio and hear Sofia's candid coffee chat with the strong women in her family, to celebrate Family Day Weekend. Plus, Sofia discusses the reality of escaping sex trafficking in Canada, and more with feminist news, artist spotlights, and events.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos in studio with Lauren Stallone to discuss a new Liberal sexual assault bill, and more with feminist news, a challenge, artist spotlights, and events. In this week's feature story, hear Sofia's exclusive follow-up interview with Gabriela Jimenez, one of the founders of MERE Hub, about MERE Hub's goals for 2020.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos in studio with Lauren Stallone to discuss Peel Region's lack of women's shelters, and more with feminist news, a challenge, artist spotlights, and events. In this week's feature story, hear Sofia's exclusive interview with Tanya Talaga, bestselling author and Toronto Star journalist, as well as soundbites from Ryerson's event - Giving Voice to Indigenous Peoples: Is anyone really listening?
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos in studio with Lauren Stallone to discuss the gender pay gap, and more with feminist news, history, an artist spotlight, and event. In this week's feature story, hear Sofia's exclusive interview with Gabriela Jimenez and Magdalena Ugarte, all about MEREHub- a new resource for women land defenders around the world.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos to discuss the new ruling regarding transgender teenagers, and more with feminist news, history, and artist spotlights. In this week's feature story, hear Sofia's exclusive interview with Tanya Sood, Ryerson University alumna and author of the book She Has Risen.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos in studio to recap FemRadio's Top 10 Moments of 2019, from the best of the best to some rough times.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos to discuss the CBC's recent study about violence in schools, and more with feminist news, history, and artist spotlights. In this week's feature story, hear Sofia's exclusive interviews with Caitlyn Kasper and Dr. Pamela Sugiman from Ryerson's Break the Ceiling: Women's Networking Event.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos to discuss the CBC's recent study about violence in schools, and more with feminist news, history, and artist spotlights. In this week's feature story, hear Sofia's exclusive interviews with Caitlyn Kasper and Dr. Pamela Sugiman from Ryerson's Break the Ceiling: Women's Networking Event.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos to discuss the sexual misconduct allegations plaguing the RCMP, and more with feminist news, history, and artist spotlights. FemRadio contributor Mahirah Syed attends the Weaving Wisdom: Imagining the Future of Feminism event at the University of Toronto, compiling exclusive soundbites in a feature story.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos to discuss Andrew Scheer's pro-life admission, the CIBC events to help diversify businesses, and more with feminist news, history, and artist spotlights. In an exclusive interview with Dr. Karen Rochelle Mock, learn about what women can do to stop "Queen Bee syndrome" and make spaces more inclusive for everyone. Plus, get exclusive soundbites from the Constitutional Democracy Under Stress: A Time For Heroic Citizenship conference.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos to discuss young climate activists, Quebec's controversial Bill-21, and more with feminist news, history, and artist spotlights that highlight this week's feature story. In an exclusive interview with the chair of Section 1 and founder of Constitutional Democracy Under Stress, Peter Biro, learn about why he thinks women are democracy's true leaders and why he's spotlighting so many at his event.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos to discuss campus consent training, a helpful donation to Canadian students, and more with feminist news, history, and artist spotlights that highlight this week's feature story. In an exclusive interview with queer feminist author, L.X. Beckett, learn about the way identity can play in writing, and about the important discussions we can start with literature. Plus, get premium event coverage from Word on the Street Toronto, where L.X. Beckett was a featured author.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos to discuss the Canadian athlete suing Bobsleigh Canada, Hasbro's new feminist board game, and more with feminist news, history, and artist spotlights.
Plus, in an exclusive interview with author Anju Jain, learn about mental burnout's serious consequences-- and why that's so much worse as a young woman.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos to discuss the federal government's big move toward reducing gender violence, the Toronto District School Board's move to eliminate period poverty, and more with feminist news, history, and artist spotlights that highlight this week's feature story. In an exclusive interview with CEO and producer of Honey Jam, Ebbonie Rowe, learn about the reality of being a young Canadian woman starting a career in the music industry, and how Honey Jam is helping artists stay on track.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos to discuss the CP Women's Open, the federal election debates, and more with feminist news, history, and artist spotlights that hint at a future project. In an exclusive interview with CEO of the Sheen for She Foundation, Mary Hawk, learn about the reality of self-care for underprivileged women, and what the media often gets wrong.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos for the final episode of the "Women in Transit" series. In an exclusive interview by FemRadio contributor Zahraa Hmood with Globe and Mail journalist Annie Burns-Peiper, learn about the Globe and Mail investigation, and the behind the scenes of it all.
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This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos in studio to discuss the experiences of women across Canada who use public transit. In a discussion with Elizabeth Boyd, learn why "everything sucks" about being a woman who commutes, and why research and several investigations have recently thrust this experience into the spotlight.
This week, join host Sofia Vavaroutsos in studio to discuss modern feminist pioneers who blend business and creativity. In a feature interview with young businesswoman and blogger Meghna Sarawat, learn what it's really like to be breaking down barriers, balancing school and mental health, and get advice on how to "just go for it".
Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos in studio for news and history all about women in sport, after the historic Toronto Raptors win. Then, learn the similarities women in both sports and entertainment have when it comes to career expectations, opportunities, and recognition through Rukia Mire's feature story; Rukia hosts Canadian comedian Tamera Appleton to discuss being a woman in comedy.
Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos in studio to discuss the politics behind summer jobs, the history of women in the workforce, the toxicity of certain industries, and spotlight networking events in the city this week!
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Join your host, Sofia Vavaroutsos, in studio with co-coordinator Elizabeth Boyd to discuss the reopened abortion debate in the United States, and how to handle feeling bogged down by the news with self-care.
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Join your host, Sofia Vavaroutsos, in studio talking about feminism in the entertainment industry. This light-hearted, summer episode will show you that you can make an impact, and have fun while you're at it. Elizabeth Boyd interviews singer-songwriter Sara Diamond about the process behind three of her songs, and her journey as a young Canadian female musician. Rukia Mire brings to the forefront some feminist news, from Canada and around the world, including an uplifting story about Canada's $10 bill.
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Join host Sofia Vavaroutsos for an episode focused on what it's really like to work in the restaurant industry. With three interviews with women who have been sexualized on the job, Sofia dives in to how the restaurant industry is a toxic one for women, especially university-age women. And of course, there's a feminist history lesson, feminist news, and artist spotlights.
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https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatoon/sum-theatre-consent-play-2019-1.5084552
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/free-menstrual-products-bc-1.5086346
https://www.cbc.ca/kidsnews/post/kids-who-join-gay-straight-alliances-deserve-privacy-teen-activist-says
https://www.thestar.com/vancouver/2019/04/07/former-flight-attendant-decries-unions-silence-on-her-sexual-assault-case.html
New Wave Magazine is coming out with their spring issue in the coming weeks--so Elizabeth sat down with writers Giulia Fiaoni and Emma Buchanan on their journey writing about hidden homelessness on campus.
This episode originally aired on CJRU 1280AM in Toronto on March 26, 2019 at 4PM and was produced by Elizabeth Boyd.
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Join host and producer, Sofia Vavaroutsos, in studio this week with Elizabeth Boyd. The ladies dish out feminist news, artist spotlights, and an inspiring history lesson about Doris Anderson, as well as an unusual discussion about ABC's The Bachelor! In the big feature story, Ruhama Dechassa interviews Canadian actor Katie Douglas about her role in the film, Level 16.
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www.cbc.ca/sports/tennis/india…cu-kerber-1.5060225
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Last week was International Day of the Woman WEEK at Ryerson University. Our collective was all over the scene from roundtable discussions, to award ceremonies, to comedy sketches--you name it!
This episode originally aired on CJRU 1280AM in Toronto on March 12, 2019 at 4PM and was produced by Elizabeth Boyd.
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Fred Victor "8 Challenges Homeless Women Face Every Day"
www.fredvictor.org/2019/03/08/lets…homeless-women/
This week on the show join Sofia Vavaroutsos and Elizabeth Boyd in studio for some feminist news headlines, spotlighted artists, field reports, and awesome interviews.
Special thanks to Naama Weingarten for her report on the Toronto Women's March.
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"Women Shelter Davenport"
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/ywca-women-shelter-davenport-1.4985108
"Sexual assault violence University of Toronto"
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/sexual-assault-violence-university-of-toronto-1.4985160
"How one Toronto woman is turning unwanted toy debris into new learning experiences"
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/how-one-toronto-woman-is-turning-unwanted-toy-debris-into-new-learning-experiences-1.4984425
"Human Rights Tribunal Sex-Ed Repeal"
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/human-rights-tribunal-sex-ex-repeal-1.4988069
In this episode of FemRadio, join Sofia Vavaroutsos in studio with Elizabeth Boyd to deliver feminist news, artist spotlights, and Toronto events. In the feature stories Hazar Najjar first interviews a citizen journalist and activist about the "A
rab Spring" protests, and the violence against women in the Middle East, and then interviews a student at the University of Toronto who participated in a program geared towards immigrant women.
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https://www.thestar.com/edmonton/2019/02/14/university-of-alberta-grad-makes-explosive-discovery-that-could-transform-airport-security.html
https://www.thestar.com/edmonton/2019/02/14/university-of-alberta-grad-makes-explosive-discovery-that-could-transform-airport-security.html
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/article-canadian-diver-celina-toth-wins-womens-10-metre-tower-at-opening/
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/careers/business-education/article-how-gender-stereotypes-are-hurting-women-on-maternity-leave/
https://www.cbc.ca/news/indigenous/quebec-women-petition-indian-act-discrimination-1.5021627
This past January, one of Ryerson's Female Black staff members, Carol Sutherland was fired from the Ryerson's Equity and Community Inclusion office while on medical leave.
This week on the show, River-Jordan and Latoya Elle talked to Carol about her impact on Ryerson University.
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In this episode of FemRadio, join Sofia Vavaroutsos in studio for feminist news, Toronto women's
s events, and songs from Valery Gore, Andrea Lindsay, and La Force.
Plus, for the first time on air, Sofia Vavaroutsos's
complete audio-documentary about the 2018 Men's
s and Women's Summit on Masculinity.
As well, Latoya Elle and River-Jordan Michelle Allick's
s second instalment of their interview with Carol Sutherland.
Here are the news stories highlighted this week:
https://toronto.citynews.ca/2019/01/23/toronto-black-film-festival-to-feature-metoos-tarana-burke-and-womens-stories/
https://www.thestar.com/opinion/letters_to_the_editors/2019/01/28/city-at-fault-for-homeless-womans-death.html
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Join Elizabeth, Latoya and River on this week's episode of FemRadio. We're talking about LGBTQ Women in Sports, Affordable Childcare Programs in Quebec, CBC's "Working Mom's", the Golden Globes, Period Poverty, Gillette's new ad, and more!
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Nobel Peace Prizes, Awesome 12-Year-Old Girls, Sexual Assault Defences, Who is Shirley Chisholm?, a Guilty Feminist Competition, Frizz Kid, and more! Our show is changing hands, and Elizabeth's philosophy is that there are no expectations to be a Feminist, outside of supporting Women's Rights.
This week on FemRadio we sat down to chat with Toronto-based multi-interdisciplinary artist Belinda Corpuz, and her very busy year: releasing her debut album "All I Am," and her roles in plays for Factory Theatre and the Toronto Fringe Festival. Belinda also shares her experience seeking proper representation as a Filipino-Canadian woman in the arts, developing as a storyteller, connecting with others.
And Lidia and Meera have your weekly Canadian feminist news, Toronto events, and talk anti-Muslim sentiments following the Danforth shooting, mansplaining, and summer camp positives.
Aired July 24, 2018
Produced by Lidia Abraha, Meera Govindasamy, Zahraa Hmood.
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Sofia and Elizabeth have been busy this week.. interviewing the President of One Body Village Canada, and the Consent Comes First office..! Bonus: what the Chair of the Canadian Association for Equality told Sofia in an exclusive interview... his answer might surprise you.
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This week on FemRadio, we're sharing an interview with Kristin Rankin, the founder of the Dress Code Project. The project is an alliance of hair professionals looking to make their salons safe spaces for LGBTQ+ people. Elena Hudgins-Lyle and Kristin talk about the success the project has had so far, queer identity, and the power of a good haircut.
And Karina and Zahraa discuss a development in the Albert Schultz/Soulpepper Theatre lawsuit, this year's lineup for the Toronto International Film Festival, going to shows alone, and much more.
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Aired August 9, 2018
Produced by Karina Mohammed, Elena Hudgins Lyle, Zahraa Hmood.
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Timestamps
News: 3:30 (CW: sexual violence, fatal violence against women)
Artist Spotlight: 11:35
Interview: 14:29
Diggings: 41:20
Events: 48:46
An important announcement: this will be FemRadio's LAST episode for the next little while, as the show heads into a month-long hiatus. But this is not the last you'll see - or hear - of us! More details follow in this episode, including how you can get involved in the production of FemRadio.
This week on FemRadio, we share an interview with Luna Li, a female-fronted indie rock band from Toronto. We hear from the band’s lead singer and songwriter, Hannah Bussiere, about the importance of representation for women of colour in music, fostering safe and inclusive spaces at local shows, and what we can expect from Luna Li's first full-length album.
And Zahraa and Robyn have your Canadian feminist news headlines, stuff we're digging this week (see: a fruit-picking initiative giving back to Toronto and finally reading a Margaret Atwood book), and much more!
Aired August 14, 2018
Produced by Zahraa Hmood and Robyn Simon.
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Timestamps
News: 3:55 (CW: Abuse against women in psychiatric and prison settings, anti-Indigenous racism, drug use)
Artist Spotlight: 12:51
Interview: 15:06
This week on FemRadio, let's talk about Viola Desmond on the $10 bill, Non-Profit Leadership in Turbulent Times, and Sexual Assault when it comes to Canadian Laws.
Three spotlight artists and a reading??? Yes... Elizabeth is alone in the studio again this week--but the show must go on! (right?) Let's recap on this past semester.. and maybe some Feminist news we missed while studying!
"Why Aren't We Taking to the Streets for Canadian Women and Girls?" by Julie S Lalonde:
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This week's news headlines:
www.flare.com/news/chrystia-freeland-feminist/
www.theguardian.com/world/2017/oct/…isation-lawsuit
www.cbc.ca/radio/thecurrent/th…ys-lawyer-1.4902693
www.cnbc.com/2018/11/15/24-year…spired-a-film.html
globalnews.ca/video/4746857/ed-s…mance-with-beyonce
www.theguardian.com/world/2018/dec/…st-women-survey
Nov 6 Feminist News / FemCare / Action Comes in Waves / Feminism and Transformative Change / Agnes MacPhail / Jill Andrews / Bhutila Karpoche / Sara Singh / Sara Escallon / Amanda Orla / Join us on Tuesdays @4PM for the latest episodes LIVE on CJRU 1280AM / CJRU.ca
This week on FemRadio, we're re-sharing an interview with Alia Youssef, the photographer behind The Sisters Project: a cross-Canada portrait series which showcases and celebrates Muslim women while challenging media stereotypes about them. Check out the ongoing project at www.thesistersproject.ca
And Zahraa, Elena, and Hannah have your Canadian feminist news headlines, Toronto events, and stuff we're digging/griping about this week.
Aired July 24, 2018
Produced by Zahraa Hmood, Elena Hugdins Lyle, Hannah Ziegler.
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This week on FemRadio, we're re-sharing an interview with the Jenna Doak, a trainer who hosts body positive fitness classes in Toronto, and Jewelz M, a model and instagram fat-shionista.
Emily, Jenna and Jewelz chat all about their body positive journeys and how fitness can be a way to love your body, not punish it.
And Emily, Elena and Rae talk about TERFS, ScarJo playing trans, embarrassing yourself in public, and more.
Oct 23 Feminist News / Who can freeze their eggs? / The Kavanaugh Case Explained / "All the Men Who Never Assaulted Me" / What is the Bechtel Test? / & more! Tune in on Tuesdays @4pm on CJRU.ca for the latest episodes.
According to the 2016 census, out of all Torontonians that reported cycling as their primary mode of transportation, only 38 per cent of those were female. This week on FemRadio, we learn about an organization that is looking to change that, and diversify the male-dominated world of bicycle mechanics. Charlie FreeWheels offers a variety of free programming that teaches the basics of bike mechanics, and one of those is the Girls & Trans Build-a-Bike program. FemRadio's Robyn Simon chats with Lead Mechanic at Charlie's, Ainsley Naylor about bike mechanics, discrimination in the cycling world and how important it is to keep your tires properly pumped!
And Emily, Karina and Meera chat about getting out the vote, supporting indigenous youth, and bird poop.
Aired June 05, 2018
Produced by Emily Joveski, Meera Govindasamy, Karina Mohammed, Robyn Simon.
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This week on FemRadio, we've got Black Girls on on the mic, and Emily and Zahraa celebrate young creative energy, podcasts, mental health, and books we love.
Aired May 22, 2018
Produced by Emily Joveski, Zahraa Hmood
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This week on FemRadio, Lidia interviews Montreal-based artist, DJ and activist TiKA. They talk about body-love and self care, leaving Toronto for Montreal, and her thoughts on the Toronto art scene. Check her out at www.tikathecreator.com.
Zahraa and Lidia have your Canadian feminist news headlines, stuff we're digging (or griping about) this week, and some Toronto intersectional events you need to check out!
Aired June 14, 2018
Produced by Emily Joveski, Zahraa Hmood, Lidia Abraha.
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This week on FemRadio, Robyn chats with Prince Johnny, about the about the Toronto drag king scene and more!
And Emily and Robyn have your Canadian feminist news headlines, stuff we're digging this week and some local Toronto events you need to check out!
Aired June 18, 2018
Produced by Emily Joveski, Robyn Simon.
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This week on FemRadio we're resharing our interview with the folks from Hard Feelings - a low-cost mental health counselling service in Toronto - about barriers to mental health treatment in the city, and why everyone should be going to therapy.
And Zahraa and Karina have your Canadian feminist news headlines, Toronto events, and stuff we're digging this week.
Aired June 28, 2018
Produced by Emily Joveski, Zahraa Hmood, Karina Mohammed.
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On this week's episode of Femradio, in a nod to Mother's Day, Meera Govindasamy has a conversation with her grandmother. The resuly is a radio documentary of her family's oral history, which includes ties to Gandhi, South African anti-apartheid activists, and chutney!
And Emily and Robyn have your Canadian feminist news headlines, Toronto events and stuff we're digging this week.
Aired May 15, 2018
Produced by Emily Joveski, Robyn Simon, Meera Govindasamy.
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This week on FemRadio Lidia Abraha talks to Amy Hosotsuji, a notable community organizer and strategizer in equity, healing and the arts. Lidia and Amy talk about bringing healing to the arts, and community organizers' need for mental health services.
And Emily, Meera and Robyn talk women in health studies, motherhood, and more.
Aired May 08, 2018
Produced by Emily Joveski, Lidia Abraha, Meera Govindasamy, Robyn Simon.
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This week on FemRadio, we're sharing an interview with Farrah Khan, (www.farrahkhan.ca) -- a Toronto-based gender justice activist and educator who has worked for decades to raise awareness about sexual violence.
CJRU's Donovan Lacroixi chatted with Farrah ahead of the Ontario election about(now premier) Doug Ford's promise to revamp Ontario's Health and Physical Education Curriculum. They talk about why the current "sex ed" curriculum is important for young people who may experience sexual violence and hear Farrah's message for parents who oppose the curriculum.
And Zahraa, Elena and Emily have your Canadian feminist news headlines, Toronto events, and stuff were digging (or griping about this week). Plus a BIG announcement from Emily.
FemRadio
Produced by Emily Joveski, Elena Hudgins Lyle, Zahraa Hmood.
This week on FemRadio, Emily and Lidia have a discussion about toxic masculinity in the context of the Toronto van attack and subsequent media coverage of online hate cultures.
We're rebroadcasting Zahraa's interview with Canadian visual artist Jennifer Laiwint about her investigative art piece, “The Pick-Up Artist," in which she went "undercover" on pick-up artist forums to expose their twisted views about masculinity and relationships.
Aired May 1, 2018
FemRadio
News - 3:39
Artist spotlight - 25:28
Interview - 26:26
Diggings - 54:00
Events - 1:04:30
Note about this week's show: This episode was recorded before the horrific van attack that took place here in Toronto, so it's unfortunately not discussed in our news headlines this week. Next week's (May 1st) episode we'll be talking about the attack and reactions in depth. Our hearts go out to the victims and we hope you're taking care of yourself this week! On this week's episode of FemRadio, we talk to Xenamay - filmmaker, musician, artist and alum of Toronto's Watah theatre - about her experiences as a black woman in Toronto's art scene and how black female artists are often not recognized for their work. And Emily, Lidia and Robyn talk self care, shade, and hot docs.
News begins at 03:51
Artist spotlight at 06:31
Produced by Emily Joveski, Lidia Abraha, Robyn Simon.
On this episode of FemRadio, we recap International Women's Day 2018 (spoiler, we're not really here for it). And our west-coast correspondent Stacey re-joins us in the studio after many months! We have a rebroadcast of Stacey's interview with historian Alanna McKnight about the Canadian feminist history of corsets. Emily, Stacey, Robyn, and Becca have your Canadian feminist news headlines, Toronto femme-friendly events, and stuff we're digging this week. Produced by Emily Joveski, Stacey Copeland, Becca Ray, Robyn Simon.
This week on FemRadio, wen're taking a look at the toll doxxing and revenge porn have on victims. March 20th marked the one year anniversary of the revelation that popular Toronto photographer and Twitter personality, Ren Bostelaar, had doxxed multiple women. FemRadio contributor Samantha was a close friend of Bostelaarsn' and some of the people who were doxxed and the case deeply altered her life and relationships. One year later, she invited some of the victims and others close to this case to sit down for a discussion how the doxxing impacted their lives. And Lidia, Robyn and Rae have your Canadian feminist news headlines, Toronto events, and stuff their digging this week. We include a trigger warning in our news segments. If you want to skip forward, to our artists spotlight begins at 14:05. Note that our main interview segment this week (15:26 - 39:37) includes discussions of doxxing which some listeners may find triggering.
This week on FemRadio, we interview Liana Lewis, dancer, actors and singer -- and instructor for the popular local Beyography dance classes, which teach people how to work it like Queen Bey. Soula chats with Liana all about her exploration of femininity and sexuality through dance. And Emily and Sam talk about the benefits of sobriety, and digital detoxing. We also have your Canadian feminist headlines and Toronto femme-friendly events. We include a content/trigger warning in our news segments. If you need to skip forward, our artist spotlight begins at 15:13. Produced by Emily Joveski, Samantha Lapierre, and Soula Papadopoulos.
This week on FemRadio, Sam interviews local witch Sabrina Scott all about the challenges and successes of practicing in Toronto, and the complicated connections between feminism and witchcraft. And Emily, Soula and Lidia gab and gripe about "queen bees" in the workplace, Trudeau being a fool in India, and question: where is the Canadian black history in schools? We've also got your Canadian feminist news headlines, and Toronto femme-friendly events. We usually include a content/trigger warning for our news segments. If you need to skip past the news on this episode, our artist spotlight begins at 13:38. Produced by Emily Joveski, Samantha Lapierre, Lidia Abraha, Soula Papadopoulos.
This week on FemRadio, Lidia talks about getting her sh*t together and offers an astrological pep talk, and Emily has thoughts and feelings about the Queer Eye reboot.
And Lidia chats with Allysson Linis, an organizer of the Homeless Period Project, a Toronto initiative bringing awareness to the extra challenges that come with being a homeless or vulnerable person who menstruates. Plus Emily and Lidia have your Canadian feminist news headlines, and femme-friendly Toronto events you need to check out.
Cheers! We made it through the first month of 2018. This week on FemRadio, we're re-sharing a fun interview from way back in October 2016 that Stacey and Emily did with The Society of Beer Drinking Ladies. It's a fun interview all about women making and enjoying beer!
And Emily and Maggie have your Canadian feminist news headlines, stuff we're digging this week, some local Toronto femme-friendly events we think you should be checking out!
This week on FemRadio, we're talking about the ways women resist sexualization and objectification online.
Emily chats with Chrissoula Papadopalous about her research looking at how women actively fight sexualization - in large and small ways - and her work promoting social media literacy and self-love among young women and girls.
Lidia and Sam join Emily in the FemRadio studio to talk about the week's Canadian Feminist News headlines, Toronto events, and stuff we're digging this week! Originally aired January 29, 2018. Produced by Emily Joveski, Samantha Lapierre, and Lidia Abraha.
This week on FemRadio, we're talking about how female identifying people experience homelessness. Emily talks with Patricia O'Connell, the executive director of Sistering in Toronto, an agency that serves the most vulnerable women in the city. Patricia shares some of the challenges women specifically face on the street and in shelters and the best ways you can help women facing precarious housing.
Emily, Kelly and Lidia also have your Canadian feminist news headlines, stuff we’re digging this week, some local Toronto femme-friendly events you should be checking out.
This week on FemRadio, we're talking body positivity and body positive fitness. Jenna Doak is a Toronto based self described body positive fitness trainer, and Jewelz is a model, fat-shionista, and body positivity activist with nearly 100 thousand followers on Instagram. Jenna and Jewelz join Emily for a conversation about how the fitness industry preys on fatphobia, and how you can make this year all about moving your body in a way that is self-loving -- not self-hating. And Emily and Sam have your talk MMIW, trans people in sports, free drugs, creeps in CanLit, and more. Plus we've got stuff we're digging this week, and Toronto femme-friendly events you need to check out this month.
In our last episode of the year, Emily and Sam reflect on the most important Canadian feminist news headlines of the dumpster fire that was 2017. Originally aired December 25, 2017. Produced by Emily Joveski, Samantha Lapierre.
This week on FemRadio, we're doing things a bit different and shouting out some of our favourite music releases of the year from Canadian female/non-binary artists. Featuring interviews with Lido Pimienta, The Soroity Hip Hop Sisterhood, and more. Plus tunes from The Beaches, Feist, Tei Shi, and Cold Specks. This is just a small slice of all the amazing music we loved this year. Share your favourite albums of the year with us by tweeting @cjrufemradio! Note that due to copyright restrictions, we've left only short clips of the songs featured in this episode.
This week on FemRadio, Stef hit the streets at Toronto’s #MeToo March on December 3rd. She chats with activists and demonstrators about what the movement means to them and how we can keep the momentum going. And Sam talks with Nailah King, the new editor in chief of the Montreal-based Word and Colour literary/art magazine that fosters collabs between writers and aritsts. Plus, Emily has your Canadian feminist news headlines and Toronto femme-friendly events you need to check out.
This week on FemRadio, our contributor Zahraa Hmood sits down with Canadian visual artist Jennifer Laiwint about her upcoming investigative art piece, “The Pick-Up Artist,” on now until January 1 at the Art Gallery of Mississauga.
Emily, Meera and Stef also have your Canadian feminist news headlines, Toronto femme-friendly events and stuff we're digging this week. Aired: December 4, 2017. Produced by Emily Joveski, Alexx Bryant, Stefanie Philips, Meera Govindasamy.
This week on FemRadio, we have a rebroadcast of one of our first and best-loved interviews, talking all about endometriosis and how femme-folks' pain often gets dismissed.
And Emily and Maggie have your all new Canadian feminist news headlines, Toronto events, and stuff we're digging this week. Aired: November 27, 2017. Produced by Emily Joveski, Maggie MacIntosh
This week on FemRadio, we visit Hard Feelings, a low-cost counselling collective on Bloor St West in Toronto. Maggie talks to the space's creator Kate Scowen about the state of unaffordable counselling in Toronto and the collective's goal to help Toronto femmes and all folks build strong mental health on a budget.
And Emily and Elena have your Canadian feminist headlines, Toronto events and stuff we're digging this week - including listening to podcasts in the shower and the "white lesbian Obama." ;) Aired November 20, 2017. Produced by Emily Joveski, Elena Hudgins-Lyle, Maggie Macintosh.
This week on FemRadio, we're paying another visit to the young creators at Black Girls Magazine. We featured an interview with Annette Bazira-Okafor, the founder and editor of Black Girls Magazine, plus two young contributors on the show in August. And then a few weeks ago we visited them again to run a radio workshop with their group. Today we play that original interview, plus all-new fierce and fun audio created by the young workshop participants at Black Girls Magazine.
And Emily and Maggie have your Canadian feminist news headlines, stuff we're digging this week, and Toronto femme-friendly events. Aired November 13, 2017. Produced by Emily Joveski, Maggie Macintosh, Brenda Molina-Navidad.
This week on FemRadio, Latifa Abdin delves into Quebec's Bill 62 -- a bill legislating face-coverings that's been criticized for discriminating against muslim women.
And Emily, Becca, and Maggie have your Canadian Feminist News headlines stuff they're digging this week, and share their top picks for Toronto femme-friendly events. Aired November 6, 2017. Produced by Emily Joveski, Becca Ray, and Maggie MacIntosh
This week of FemRadio, we'll hear from Robyn Maynard, the author of a new book that traces the history and current landscape of anti-black racism in Canada.
And Emily and Zahraa have your Canadian Feminist News Headlines, Toronto events, and stuff we're digging this week! Aired October 23, 2017. Produced by Emily Joveski, Zarhaa Hmmod, Meera Govindasamy.
This week on FemRadio, Maggie heads to Toronto's UNITY Rally Against White Supremacy to chat with organizers and activists about the intersections of feminism and anti-racism.
And Emily, Maggie and Sam chat #SoberOctober, journalling for mental health, and more. Plus we've got your Canadian feminist news headlines and Toronto femme-friendly events. Aired October 16, 2017. Produced by: Emily Joveski, Maggie Macintosh, Samantha Lapierre.
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This week on FemRadio, Emily also has your Canadian feminist news headlines for this week, plus Toronto femme-friendly events you need to check out.
We also have a rebroadcast of one of our best-loved interviews - Emily's convo with Toronto artist Hana Shafi, also known as Frizz Kid. You've probably seen her illustrated feminist affirmations online. Emily and Hana talk about her feminist journey, street fighting aunties, and her top horror movie picks. Aired October 9, 2017. Produced by Emily Joveski
FemRadio, we're talking CanLit, race and gender with Toronto writer Zalika Reid-Benta. Reid-Benta is a writer and program manager at Diaspora Dialogues. She talks with CJRU's Zahraa Hmood about her experience in Canada's literary scene and her mentorship for immigrant writers and writers of colour.
And Emily and Maggie have your Canadian feminist news headlines, Toronto events, and stuff we're digging this week. Aired September 18, 2017. Produced by Emily Joveski, Maggie Macintosh, Alexx Bryant, Zahraa Hmood
This week is CJRU's fund drive week! (Sept 25 - Oct 1, 2017) To support FemRadio and other great local programming, pledge at store.cjru.ca! We have FemRadio swag for you! This week on FemRadio, Emily chats with some filmmakers at the CaribbeanTales International film festival. We talk about Caribbean identity on film, and why we need more festival spaces for women creators of colour. Plus Emily and Elena talk old-school Margaret Atwood glam, Shopper's self-checkout sexism, and more.
Produced by Emily Joveski, Elena Hudgins-Lyle.
This week on FemRadio, we're collaborating with our friends from the Toronto feminist collective, (TOFemCO). I sat down with two TOFEMCO organizers, Anne and Alice, to talk about why they choose to keep their collective anonymous, the lack of feminist spaces in Toronto, and much more.
And later in the show you'll hear a bit of their brilliant podcast, The Underwire! The episode you'll hear if from their recent "A-cup" mini episode tackling transmisogyny.
www.tofemco.com/ Aired September 4, 2017. Produced by Emily Joveski, Meera Govindasamy
This week on FemRadio, we're bringing you an oldie-but-a-goodie. As we're smack in the middle of TIFF this week, I thought it would be a good time to revisit our interview with some of the funny AF folks behind Drunk Feminist Films - the popular Toronto film series featuring feminist commentary from a series of hilarious local comedians. Stacey chats with -- and -- about the power of feminist laughter, representation in film, and much more!
We'll also have some things we're digging this week, and some local Toronto events that we think you should be checking out. But first, we’ve got some Canadian Feminist News Headlines!
Special thanks to Alexx Bryant for editing this week's show. Aired September 11, 2017. Produced by: Emily Joveski, Smantha Lapierre, Alexx Bryant, Stacey Copeland.
This week on FemRadio, Meera Govindasamy chats with Kritty Uranowski - Toronto musician and volunteer mentor with Girls Rock Camp!
Plus Emily, Stacey and Sam talk terrible Cosmo headlines, CBC reboots, moon cycles and more. They also have your Canadian feminist news headlines and Toronto feminist events.