Welcome to the Indigenous 150+ podcast series
Launching in 2019, Good Influence Films brought together 21 young adults from across the country, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous, to learn how to moderate cross cultural conversations and basic podcasting skills. This inaugural program has evolved into two training programs – both an introductory and an advanced digital storytelling and podcast training program supporting the talent and career development of new and emerging Indigenous storytellers. During the first season these young creators hosted and produced 45+ podcast episodes giving voice to the things that are important to them.
It is June 2022, and we are proud to be releasing both pilots and individual episodes hosted by 16 new and emerging storytellers from across the country. The 2022 Season covers a diversity of topics discussing everything from decolonizing motherhood to exploring a fictional narrative that turns patriarchy on it’s head.
Join us for this new season that puts young Indigenous storytellers and creatives centre stage! If you like what you hear we invite you to rate the episodes and help get these stories shared and recommended to podcast listeners around the world.
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To commemorate the 2nd National Day of Truth and Reconciliation we bring you 7 podcast episodes about the impacts and legacy of the residential school system.
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Influencing Through Arts and Action: The Power of Authenticity
Storyteller, artist, poet, and activist, Linnea Dick, redefines the concept of “influencer” through her life and work by showing up with authenticity, the importance of role models and using social media for good. Host/Producer: Kirsten Mathison
July 7, 2020
Laughing Through Taboo: The art of comedy in film
Anishinaabe artist and filmmaker JL Whitecrow discusses using comedy to address difficult topics, the importance of Indigenous voices in film and the expectations facing Indigenous creatives. Host/Producer: Shelby Lisk
July 1, 2020
The Noise of The Heartbeat: Mi’kmaq Songs and Culture Revitalized
Mi’kmaq musician and Elder George Paul shares his musical journey, his work in cultural revitalization and a creation story of his people. Host/Producer: Julianna Peter-Paul
June 27, 2020
Rising From the Ashes through Wâhkôhtowin: A Story of Hope
Best-selling author and Métis-Cree scholar Jesse Thistle discusses storytelling, his memoir, academic research, and his journey back from homelessness and addiction. Thistle explores the realities of intergenerational trauma, colonial violence, prejudice and culture. Host/Producer: Michelle Gowan
June 22, 2020
Using Humour For Healing: Writing Words of Wisdom
Drew Hayden Taylor, Anishinabee author, talks about his writing journey and shares advice for new writers. He approaches the topic with his brand of Indigenous humour and through a cross-genre lens. Host/Producer: Kayla Stephens
June 21, 2020
Ghost Town Stories: Wolf Lake First Nation
The ghost town, Wolf Lake First Nation, and the history of its people are discussed through the lens of three generations. Host/Producer Naomi Robinson speaks with her grandmother and mother.
June 21, 2020
Forever On FIlm: Movies Preserving Inuit Language and Culture
Filmmaker Lucy Tulugarjuk discusses her career path, after starring in the first Inuktitut film, Atanarjuat. She talks about Indigenous women in film, and shares advice to those aspiring to work in the industry. Host/Producer: Tessa Kunuk
June 21, 2020
One With the Land: Sinixt Perspective and Identity – Part 1
Arrow Lakes Facilitator for Colville Confederated Tribes, Shelly Boyd, discusses Sinixt identity and worldviews, what it means to live in unity with the land and her thoughts on social, political and environmental justice. Host/Producer: Kayla Tillapaugh (Photo Credit for Kayla Tillapaugh: Sharon Stoddart)
June 21, 2020
The Long Road to Representation: Culture Shifts in Film – Part 1
In the first half of a two-part series, actor, director and producer Jennifer Podemski discusses her career, Inidgenous representation in the film industry and why she created Canada’s first Indigenous-owned production company. Host/Producer: Dave Beverly-Foster
June 21, 2020
Introducing the Indigenous 150+ Podcast Series
A short piece celebrating the launch of the Indigenous 150+ Podcast series made especially for you, our listeners, featuring the voices of the young changemakers who collectively host the series. A shout out to Kayla Tillapaugh, participant of the Indigenous 150+ Youth Ambassador Programme and now podcast host from Castlegar, British Columbia, the traditional territory of the Sinixt, as well as the outer territories of the Ktunaxa, Secwepemc and Syilx First Nations.
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