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Hell and High Water

January 1, 2024 admin 00:41:10 Comments Off

In this episode, we explore the stories of Mitch Mapatac and Kari Hall, two survivors of the 2013 floods in High River. Listen in as they tell us their heartbreaking stories of being evacuated, separated from their families, and losing a friend. Join us as hosts Colton Tuffs and Brooke Palin discuss the floods, their impact on individuals and communities, and how the area has since recovered.
Weathering the Storm: Stories of the climate crisis from Alberta and around the world is powered by Shaw. The series is produced by the Community Podcast Initiative in partnership with the Climate Disaster Project.
Learn more about the Community Podcast Initiative at thepodcaststudio.ca.
Find out more about the Climate Disaster Project at climatedisasterproject.com.

Someone to Call

December 25, 2023 admin 00:39:42 Comments Off

In this episode, hosts Alex Janz and Mo Adeniran speak with survivors of multiple climate disasters. Kennedy Cohoe, long-time Manitoba resident, is no stranger to snow storms, and he shares his harrowing stories from his childhood and from the past three years. Later, we get to hear from a retired emergency responder. Tom Sampson shares about his time responding to wildfires and floods in Alberta.
Weathering the Storm: Stories of the climate crisis from Alberta and around the world is powered by Shaw. The series is produced by the Community Podcast Initiative in partnership with the Climate Disaster Project.
Learn more about the Community Podcast Initiative at thepodcaststudio.ca.
Find out more about the Climate Disaster Project at climatedisasterproject.com.

Rising Waters

December 18, 2023 admin 00:22:18 Comments Off

On this episode, Valeria Babin and Halluma Seklani sit down with Cole Peralta, whose family aided those in need during the 2013 Calgary flood. And Ibrahim Ahmed, who was also impacted by the event when his high school flooded, and his diplomas and graduation were affected.
Weathering the Storm: Stories of the climate crisis from Alberta and around the world is powered by Shaw. The series is produced by the Community Podcast Initiative in partnership with the Climate Disaster Project.
Learn more about the Community Podcast Initiative at thepodcaststudio.ca.
Find out more about the Climate Disaster Project at climatedisasterproject.com.

Doubt in the Face of Drought

December 11, 2023 admin 00:45:11 Comments Off

At the start of 2019, many land owners noticed a change in weather patterns with less rainfall and dryer temperatures. In this episode, Ethan Seaborn and Kelsea Arnett sit down with Rachel Herbert and Tory Campbell to discuss how drought has impacted them as ranchers and dry land farmers in Southern Alberta.
Weathering the Storm: Stories of the climate crisis from Alberta and around the world is powered by Shaw. The series is produced by the Community Podcast Initiative in partnership with the Climate Disaster Project.
Learn more about the Community Podcast Initiative at thepodcaststudio.ca.
Find out more about the Climate Disaster Project at climatedisasterproject.com.

Indigenous Intellectual Property, Part Two

December 4, 2023 admin 00:37:51 Comments Off

Part 2 of the Canadian Mountain Podcast on Indigenous intellectual property builds upon the foundational concepts explored in Part 1. Continuing the conversation, Kyle Napier, a Dene/nêhiyaw Métis university instructor specializing in Indigenous language revitalization and intellectual property is joined by Saad Iqbal, a research assistant at the University of Alberta, to further discuss their joint research project investigating Canada’s intellectual property laws. They also aim to evaluate the efficacy of Canada’s intellectual property laws in protecting Indigenous knowledge and how they intersect with environmental concerns.

Ethics in Podcasting: a panel discussion from the BEA 2023 conference

December 1, 2023 admin 00:30:18 Comments Off

In this episode, we look at the sometimes-blurry ethical boundaries in podcasting.
Earlier this year, CPI co-director Brad Clark was part of a panel discussion with media instructors from across North America at the annual Broadcast Education Association conference in Las Vegas.
The educators considered a range of issues, everything from the responsibility of podcast hosts to provide truthful information, to using “red herrings” in true crime stories, to incorporating other people’s work in your show.
Ben Bogardus, from Quinnipiac University, chaired the panel, which included Lindsey Sherrill, from the University of North Alabama, Francisco Suarez from State University of New York/Oswego, Dennis Conway of Valdosta State University, and Brad.
To learn more about the Community Podcast Initiative, you can visit the website at thepodcaststudio.ca or on social media at @communitypodyyc.

Walking in the Moccasins of our Ancestors

December 1, 2023 admin 00:45:00 Comments Off

Join hosts Amie Osness and Shawanda Backfat in this gripping episode as we delve into the devastating flood of 2013 and its profound impact on the Siksika Nation. While the flood’s aftermath remains etched in the memories of many Albertans, our discussion will shed light on the often-overlooked communities within the Siksika Nation that bore the brunt of the damage.
Prepare to hear firsthand accounts from Warren Drunken Chief, whose family experienced the direct impact of this natural disaster, and Gisele Smith, who, as the team leader for Siksika Health during that fateful time, witnessed the unfolding crisis. Together, we will gain profound insights into the challenges faced by countless Siksika flood victims and explore the response efforts that were set in motion. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of this transformative event and the resilience displayed by the Siksika community.
Weathering the Storm: Stories of the climate crisis from Alberta and around the world is powered by Shaw. The series is produced by the Community Podcast Initiative in partnership with the Climate Disaster Project.
Learn more about the Community Podcast Initiative at thepodcaststudio.ca.
Find out more about the Climate Disaster Project at climatedisasterproject.com.

Indigenous Intellectual Property, Part One

November 15, 2023 admin 00:44:21 Comments Off

Copyright legally protects creators, granting exclusive rights for activities such as printing, publishing, performing, filming, and recording, or authorizing others to do so. This protection prohibits unauthorized use, subjecting infringers to legal consequences. In part 1 of the Canadian Mountain Podcast’s two-part series on Indigenous intellectual property, guests Kyle Napier and Saad Iqbal, both researchers and doctoral students at the University of Alberta, discuss their research on how Canadian intellectual property laws can better serve traditional Knowledge Holders. They are conducting an in-depth examination of Canada’s IP laws and their impact on information control and the beneficiaries, particularly within the context of Indigenous knowledge. Part 1 explores IP, traditional knowledge, and the inherent conflicts arising from differing views on information and ownership.

Why precarious work endangers the future of public broadcasting and journalism in Canada

October 14, 2023 admin 00:24:30 Comments Off

About 70 TV Ontario workers have been on strike since August 21st. Wage increases and contract employment were the key sticking points in finding an agreement, which broke down after months of negotiation.
Six weeks into the strike, on Sept. 28th, the public broadcaster brought the membership what they called their “final offer” – which maintained the existing contract protections in the current collective agreement, but came in lower than the union’s ask for wage increases. The union voted against the deal – and are back to the picket lines.
Meredith Martin is the President of the TVO chapter of the Canadian Media Guild, and she joined CPI co-director on October 4th to talk about the strike, where the members go from here, and what this means for Canadian journalism in the bigger picture.
This episode is a collaboration with J-Source; you can find the full article here: https://j-source.ca/why-precarious-work-endangers-the-future-of-public-broadcasting-and-journalism-in-canada/
To learn more about the CPI, visit our website at thepodcaststudio.ca or find us on social media at @communitypodyyc.

Planning your Podcast with Brad Clark & Meg Wilcox

September 1, 2023 admin 00:43:17 Comments Off

In this episode, kicking off our second season, Sam Jolin sits down with the Co-Directors of the Community Podcast Initiative, Brad Clark and Meg Wilcox. This spring, they co-hosted the Planning Your Podcast event that took place in the Riddell Library at Mount Royal University.
Podcasting has become incredibly popular over the years, and both of our guests have extensive experience in making them. Whether you’re a seasoned podcaster or just starting out, Brad and Meg have invaluable insights to share about the planning process that goes into creating a successful podcast. We discuss everything from finding your niche and developing your content to selecting the right equipment and promoting your show. They provide you with the tools and strategies you need to get started in this exciting and quickly changing space.
To learn more about the Community Podcast Initiative, you can visit the website at thepodcaststudio.ca or on social media at @communitypodyyc.