Northumberland Newcomers
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Podcast Overview
<p>A podcast from Northumberland Settlement Services. • Empowering Newcomers • Facilitate and Encourage Leadership • Inclusion and Diversity • Promotion of Successful Stories • Arts • Culinary • Education / Tutoring • Business • Entertainment • Networking • Employment • Local news (regarding newcomers) • About Northumberland Settlement Services and Immigration News • Interviews • Music and more!</p>
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Publishing Since
1/16/2022
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Recent Episodes
July 3, 2024
Successful Stories: Steáfán Hannigan - An AV Swiss Army Pocket Knife
<p>In this episode, I am chatting with Steafan Hannigan, an AV Swiss Army Pocket knife. <br/><b>Bio</b><br/>Steáfán Hannigan is an Irish musician, author, composer, audio engineer, theatre technical director, musicologist and instrument maker. Some of the instruments he plays are the Uilleann pipes, Bodhrán, tin whistle, bouzouki, guitar, tenor banjo, flute, mandolin and various percussion instruments.<br/><br/>Steáfán was born and raised in Belfast, Northern Ireland and moved to Canada 14 years ago with his wife Saskia and 3 children Oisin, Eile and Ayisha. He has played on or produced over 200 albums, toured in over 30 countries and has a recording studio and a collection of over 800 musical instruments. He is the author of “The Bodhran Book” and “The Low Whistle Book”, both best sellers in their genre. He and his family also formed a band called Clan Hannigan. Steáfán composed the music for a 24-episode animated series which aired worldwide in 2015, worked with a diverse range of artists including Bjork, Depeche Mode, Loreena McKennitt and AfroCelts He has also appeared on MTV, BBC and CBC. Along with his wife Saskia, he was hired to work on developing the hit theatre show “Come from Away”.<br/><br/>Steáfán has a background in theatre in which he has held many positions: Technical Director, Musical Director, Head of Props, Head Carpenter, Lighting Designer, Sound Designer, and actor. He has worked as a Technical Director for many companies including Jumblies Theatre, Education Arts Canada, Festival Players, and the Port Dover/Port Colborne Lighthouse Festival. He was the sound design engineer for the Thinking Rock Community Arts performance of Gigidoowag Ziibiik/The Rivers Speak Community Play , a production that enlisted the help of AlgomaTrad to provide musical direction and was performed at the Mississagi First Nations Pow-Wow Grounds in 2017.<br/><br/>And yes rumours are true, Steáfán arranged music for and appeared on the hit T.V. series “Friends” – the one with Ross’s wedding, acted in Canadian show “Coppers”, and been a session musician on “Black Harbour”, “Relic Hunter ” and “Earth Final Conflict”.<br/><br/>Steáfán regularly volunteers for ArtsCan Circle, working with Indigenous communities in Northern Ontario, specializing in working with the Pikanjikum First Nation and Project Journey."<br/> <br/>Sources<br/><br/>Steáfán Hannigan <br/><a href='https://www.facebook.com/SteafanandSaskia/'>www.facebook.com/SteafanandSaskia/</a><br/><a href='htpps://www.instagram.com/steafanh/'>www.instagram.com/steafanh/</a><br/><a href='htpps://www.Welcometonorthumberland.ca'>www.Welcometonorthumberland.ca</a></p>
June 19, 2024
Successful Stories: Helping Others: Rodrigo Konigs
<p>In this podcast, I am chatting with Rodrigo Konigs, a Canadian Mexican, historian and leader. Rodrigo is the Executive Director of Horizon of Friendship in Cobourg.<br/><br/>Born in Canada and raised in Guadalajara, Mexico, Rodrigo has more than 15 years of experience developing and leading community engagement initiatives in the non-profit sector. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in International Relations from the Instituto Tecnologico de Estudios de Occidente (ITESO) and also has a master’s degree in International Development from the University of Ottawa. Rodrigo has a strong commitment to social justice and has focused his career working on social issues and with members of marginalized communities. He is an enthusiastic traveler, a history buff , and an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers and Toronto Argonauts. Rodrigo is a Certified Change Management Professional that believes that transparency, respect, developing meaningful connections, and effective communication are key ingredients to maximize the potential of any team that he leads. He is also the proud father of two children (Ellis and Lucy) and is married to his wife Rebecca. <br/><br/>Sources<br/> https://www.horizons.ca/<br/>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVC-oWl_uVQ&lc=UghG91tE9OMvMHgCoAEC<br/> </p>
June 18, 2024
Successful Stories: Disability and Accessibility - Atif Rashid
<p>In this episode we are chatting with Atif Rashid, a proud public servant, a Resilience Expert, Mindset Coach and Inspirational Speaker, who share transformative stories of triumph over adversity. With an MBA and CPA from Saint Mary’s University, his journey from Pakistan to Canada, coupled with overcoming cancer and amputation, fuels his mission. Through his global movement, "Inspire 1 - Impact Billions!", Atif spreads positivity, fosters inclusivity, and empowers others to create lasting change.<br/><br/>Resources<br/>https://atifrashid.ca/ <br/>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sr1XnRKeWGo<br/><br/></p>
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- What is Northumberland Newcomers?
<p>A podcast from Northumberland Settlement Services. • Empowering Newcomers • Facilitate and Encourage Leadership • Inclusion and Diversity • Promotion of Successful Stories • Arts • Culinary • Education / Tutoring • Business • Entertainment • Networking • Employment • Local news (regarding newcomers) • About Northumberland Settlement Services and Immigration News • Interviews • Music and more!</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates weekly.
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