What a Gwaan - Canada
Arts & Culture Podcasts
A discussion program with Jamaican-Canadian lens of issues related to Jamaica, Jamaicans and black communities. It is a collaboration between Jamaican associations and those interested in building community. It is the channel that brings back memories, shares positive energy and embraces everyone as part of our cultural journey.
Location:
Canada
Genres:
Arts & Culture Podcasts
Description:
A discussion program with Jamaican-Canadian lens of issues related to Jamaica, Jamaicans and black communities. It is a collaboration between Jamaican associations and those interested in building community. It is the channel that brings back memories, shares positive energy and embraces everyone as part of our cultural journey.
Language:
English
Contact:
4039929003
Website:
https://whatagwaan.ca/
Email:
whatagwaancnd@gmail.com
Episodes
Connecting to your history
10/30/2023
A discussion with recent recipients of the GraceKennedy Jamaican Birthright program, Tianna, Debbie and Ukpong about their internship and connection to their heritage
Duration:00:53:41
The Journey to being a World Beater
10/22/2023
A discussion with Maresa Caidenhead former number one high jumper in the world about her journey, the success and challenges along the way, and how it influences her work today.
Duration:01:02:40
Black art in Montreal - A Community Approach
10/22/2023
A discussion at the Jamaica Association of Montreal's art centre and how it is intended to galvanize the community around art
Duration:00:55:54
Racism in the media
10/12/2023
A discussion with Dr. Brad Clark about racism in mainstream media and how events have forced many media houses to change their practices of journalism regarding racialized and indigenous peoples.
Duration:01:05:30
The Perspectives of Young Jamaican Professionals
9/29/2023
Young Jamaican professionals, Candice and Jennel share their views on Jamaica and the path they see to success
Duration:01:02:06
Dealing with menopause
9/10/2023
A discussion with Dr. Unati Makiwane about menopause, how it affects our women and those around them. The need for effective communication, awareness and understanding by all involved is important to manage all the issues that come with this phase of life.
Duration:01:01:41
Windrush 75 and Jamaicans in the UK
8/27/2023
A discussion with Rudi Page about Windrush 75 celebrations in the UK, recognition from the government and other issues in the focus of Jamaicans living in the UK
Duration:01:05:13
Connecting the diaspora and government of Jamaica
8/21/2023
A discussion with Lisa Rutty and Rhona Dunwell, Canada's elected representatives on the Global Jamaica Diaspora Council on the council, their roles and their plans to connect the average Jamaican in the diaspora with what the government of Jamaica is doing
Duration:00:58:40
Independent Jamaica - a view from the diaspora
8/8/2023
A discussion with Audrey Campbell, a proud Jamaican in the diaspora, about her views on Jamaica as an independent nation and what independence means to her
Duration:00:58:55
Jamaican Cuisine - what makes it special
7/30/2023
Jamaica's culture has many great elements and food is a special one. Chef Lennox Brown shares tips, tricks and information on how to make Jamaican menu items
Duration:01:02:35
Constitutional reform in Jamaica
7/23/2023
A discussion on the current plans to update the Jamaican constitution. Attorney-at-law and former Member of Parliament, Victor Cummings shares his thoughts on what is proposed and what additional items should be included
Duration:01:02:08
STEM Education in Jamaica
7/17/2023
A discussion with Dr. Clovis Nelson on the strategies being used to focus on education in science, technology, engineering and math. Where is the focus on the arts?
Duration:01:05:28
Violence against women and children
7/10/2023
A discussion about human trafficking and the violence and social stigma that affects our women and children. Stacy-Ann Smith and Dr. Heather-Dawn Lawson-Myers from Pursued International shares their views and experience based on the work they do every day with those directly affected.
Duration:00:56:15
What do our men need?
7/4/2023
A discussion on the needs of our men, how they are acknowledged and communicated plus the impact of culture on the response of men versus women. Shelley Morgan and Shekinah Ade-Gold add their perspectives to the topic.
Duration:00:58:57
Achieving financial well-being and creating financial wealth
6/24/2023
A discussion on the keys to being financially independent and creating wealth with Dermaine Whittaker
Duration:01:00:54
The Journey of Fatherhood
6/16/2023
A discussion with Omar Lewis and Chevaughn Fuller about the different elements to being a father and how they have tackled the tasks and their expectations going foward
Duration:01:03:27
Cancer - educating our men and their families
6/5/2023
A discussion on the cancers that affect men and their families with Yinka Oladele and Kenneth Noel. Looking at the prevalence of cancers in black men and how they, and their, families deal with the issues.
Duration:00:58:42
Male Mental Health
5/29/2023
Men commit more suicide than women and are often dealing with mental issues inadequately. Timi Abiola, RN and Mental Health nurse checks in to share some issues, challenges and strategies for our men to better deal with mental health issues.
Duration:00:59:46
Windrush 75 - a generation of stories
5/29/2023
In 1948 many Jamaicans went to Britain on the SS Windrush. In this episode, Tony Fairweather captures some of the stories of those who sailed looking to help Britain rebuild while wanting to build a life for themselves
Duration:00:59:09
Motherhood - influences and outcomes
5/14/2023
A discussion on motherhood with Lois Patterson, and her daughters Adaoma and Chioma, on the journey, the influence of community and culture on how they embraced their roles and mothers.
Duration:00:58:40