Speak: Recent Episodes
They, I Am Collective
“They, I Am” is a Collective of students at the University of Calgary that seek to address the stigma of mental health through the sharing of experiences, while creating a platform for students to express their emotions creatively.
In this episode, Miguel interviews Gurjot Dhanda: a business student, proud advocate, and friend of the show. Here, Gurjot shares his perspective on the crisis within India and together they discuss how to address issues of social justice.
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In this episode, Miguel interviews Alina Staicu, Mackenzie Fowler, and Grayson Brooks - fellow philosophers studying out of the University of Calgary. Together they share ideas about the philosophy of race and gender; using Lil Nas X’s single Montero (Call Me By Your Name), the group looks to uncover how intersectionality explains the song’s cause for public controversy, and attempt to explore the future of diverse representation in culture.
In this episode, Miguel interviews Michael Letwin, recent Haskayne grad, Dinos Rugby and JDCWest alumni, as well as a personal friend. Together they explore their approach to discussing politics, philosophy, and society in an attempt to illustrate how to have important conversations with people who disagree with you.
In this episode Miguel interviews Thomson Midzi, student at the University of Calgary and friend of the show. Together, they explore the balance between personal and external expectations and how those forces shape your creative process.
In this episode, Miguel interviews Grace Chang and they discuss their experiences of anxiety, self-acceptance, and comparison - all within the effort of becoming oneself.
In this episode, Miguel interviews Domenica Martinello- a friend of the show & prominent Canadian poet based in Montreal, Quebec. Together they explore what it means to “write for your life” and the complex relationship between a writer and their work.
In this episode, Miguel interviews Helani Samarappuli, long-time friend and VP Marketing for “They, I Am.” Together they explore their perspectives as people of colour, how privilege exists, and the paradox that is the state of normalcy.
In this episode, Miguel interviews Isa Joffre Camacho, current president at Pangaea. Together, they explore the complicated dynamic of culture; how it comes to affect values, self-perception, and identity.
In this episode, Miguel interviews old friend Steven Siapno. Together, they explore the power of community; how common interests can lead to long-standing relationships, how these groups offer support in a multitude of ways, and what we can do to be more inviting to newcomers.
In this episode, Miguel interviews Ahmad Hanafy- 4th year engineering student and mental health advocate at the University of Calgary. Together they discuss male vulnerability, and the different factors at play that determine how men display emotion.
In this special episode of the show, Miguel interviews Josef Quintana & Daniel Schink: two incoming business graduates from the University of Manitoba. The three of them explore the effects that current events, systems, and institutions have on an individual’s perception of themselves and society.
In this episode, Miguel interviews Richard Rocha- friend of the show and soon-to-be graduate from the Haskayne School of Business. Together, Miguel and Richard explore certain topics in men’s mental health; namely that of expectations, the idea of failure, and growth.
In this episode, Miguel interviews Raisa Chowdhury- the current president of HCC and a prominent 4th-year student at the University of Calgary. Together they explore the different challenges and adversities that have surfaced in their careers and explore what it means to set an example for future students in their position.
In this episode, Miguel interviews David Drinnan- the VP Outreach at “They, I Am” Collective. Together, they discuss their mutual love of film and the different ways that one can learn through movies and cinema.
In this episode, Miguel interviews Alex Ewanyshyn, the current VP Events at “They, I Am” Collective. They explore the experience of loss, grief, and recovery; attempting to uncover how these emotions can affect others and themselves.
WARNING: This episode contains subject matter that may be difficult to hear for some audiences. Please keep that in mind when listening to this episode.
In this episode, Miguel interviews Alessandra Chan, the current co-president at They, I Am Collective. Together they explore the advice given by their peers, personal anecdotes, and give tips on life as a post-secondary student.
In this episode, we explore some popular thoughts brought about during the quarantine and how we can overcome personal challenges as we move into the next semester.
Let's Speak! In this brief introduction, our host Miguel will take you through a bit of background on himself, the goals of the club, and a unique take on personal mental health.