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Rady Office of Anti-Racism: Race, Racism, Anti-Racism Resources: Podcasts

The Politics of Race and Racism


About Race with Reni Eddo-Lodge

Featuring key voices from the last few decades of anti-racist activism, About Race with Reni Eddo-Lodge looks at the recent history that lead to the politics of today.

All My Relations

All My Relations is a podcast hosted by Matika Wilbur (Swinomish and Tulalip) and Adrienne Keene (Cherokee Nation) to explore our relationships— relationships to land, to our creatural relatives, and to one another.

Are You Full Native? [Inappropriate Questions Podcast Episode]

Many Indigenous people get asked how much Indigenous ancestry they have. But identity isn’t all about fractions. Harv and Elena talk to Falen Johnson from The Secret Life of Canada about her identity journey and her “therapy play.” Actress Kaniehtiio Horn discusses how she navigates Hollywood stereotypes and what makes her feel connected to her people. Dr. Kim TallBear tells us why DNA alone doesn’t make someone Indigenous.

Colour Code

A podcast about race in Canada. Join hosts Denise Balkissoon and Hannah Sung for a new conversation on race in Canada.

The Henceforward

The Henceforward is a podcast that considers relationships between Indigenous Peoples and Black Peoples on Turtle Island.

Is Asking “Where Are You From?” Appropriate Small Talk? [Inappropriate Questions Podcast Episode]

People are genuinely curious to learn about each other’s backgrounds or cultures. While this question might start a good conversation, it can often make people feel othered and unwelcome. Harv and Elena speak with journalist Eternity Martis about getting this question as a Black woman both in big cities and smaller towns. Eva Jewell offers some insight into how this question can be a great way to make connections when Indigenous peoples ask it to each other. Psychology professor Kevin Nadal shares some helpful tips for anyone who asks or gets asked this question.

Nice White Parents

“Nice White Parents” looks at the 60-year relationship between white parents and the public school down the block.

Seat at the Table

Friends Martine St-Victor and Isabelle Racicot have in-depth conversations with notable guests from media, sports and pop culture. They capture personal stories about the power of the Black Lives Matter movement, the urgency of this moment, and what it will take to move forward.

The Secret Life of Canada

The Secret Life of Canada is a podcast about the country you know and the stories you don't. Join hosts Leah-Simone Bowen and Falen Johnson as they reveal the beautiful, terrible and weird histories of this land.

Warrior Life

This is an Indigenous podcast about the warrior life - featuring the voices of Indigenous warriors, advocates & leaders on the front lines of Indigenous resistance, resurgence and revitalization, who are protecting our lands, peoples and sovereignty.

What Are You? [Inappropriate Questions Podcast Episode]

Asking a mixed-race person about their background can get problematic. Elena and Harv welcome Rema Tavares, who founded Mixed in Canada. Also featuring educator Charlotte Henay.

Why Do/Don't you Wear a Headscarf? [Inappropriate Questions Podcast Episode]

Some Muslim women cover their heads, and some don’t—either way, they get asked questions. Elena and Harv speak to writer and entrepreneur Mariam Nouser about her experiences both wearing and not wearing a hijab. Also, journalist Amira Elghawaby tells us why she might actually like to hear more questions about her headscarf from strangers.

Race and Health


The Dark History of Canada's Food Guide: How Experiments on Indigenous Children Shaped Nutrition Policy

Historian Ian Mosby discusses the nutritional experiments conducted on Indigenous children in residential schools.

Race, Health & Happiness

Navigating professional life as a "racialized" person can be exhausting. Join Dr. O, a Public Health Physician Specialist in Toronto, as she interviews guests who are overcoming the obstacles of overt and institutionalized racism to achieve their professional goals while creating healthy and fulfilling lives.

 

Intersectionality Matters


Intersectionality Matters! with Kimberlé Crenshaw

Intersectionality Matters! is a podcast hosted by Kimberlé Crenshaw, an American civil rights advocate and a leading scholar of critical race theory.

 

Settler Colonialism


The Indian Act [The Secret Life of Canada Podcast Episode]

The Secret Life team looks at the roots of this complicated policy, which after 143 years is still embedded in Canadian identity, from the policy that led to the Act to how it still impacts Indigenous identities today.

 

Anti-Black Racism


What's the Deal with Blackface? [The Secret Life of Canada Podcast Episode]

The Secret Life team looks into the past to try to figure out why some present-day people are still doing blackface — including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

 

Black Lives


Lady Don't Take No with Alicia Garza

Lady Don’t Take No is a podcast created by Alicia Garza for people who like their political commentary with a side of beauty recommendations.

 

Racism, Ableism, Disabilities, and BIPOC Persons with Disabilities


Black Disability Politics [New Books Network Podcast Episode]

 

Strategies for Change


Pleasure Activism: The Politics of Feeling Good [New Books Network Podcast Episode]

Anti-Indigenous Racism


Food insecurity in Canada's North

Transgender Lives and Representation


We see each other: Podcast

2SLGBTQQIA+ Identities


They & Us