Same Difference is a podcast series created by students in JRN 801 in the Fall 2020 semester at the School of Journalism at Toronto Metropolitan University
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 19: Harmony 2 Harmony
Ever wonder how musicians create harmonies? In our final episode of the season, producer Adrian Bueno explores how musicians from different communities produce harmonies, and how it allows them to find harmony within their lives.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
29 Mar 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 18: Transitioning
Zoe Robinson realized she was not in the right body at the age of 55. From there, she began a gender journey that opened her mind and changed her life. In this episode, producer and Same Difference host Gracie Brison introduces us to Zoe and sheds light on one trans woman's path to becoming her true self.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
25 Mar 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 17: Taboo Talkin’
Cannabis, marijuana, doobie, devil’s lettuce.
In this episode, producer Bela Lopes dives into the history of weed prohibition and racist policies affecting stoners of colour from the 1930s to modern day.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
18 Mar 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 16: What does Hakka Mean To You?
What does Hakka mean to you? That’s the question that Erin Navarro tries to discover when she spent the day cooking with her Hakka mother, Christine. What if we could hop in and look at how Erin’s cooking goe- Oh wait, you COULD do that! Sit back and enjoy an half-an-hour adventure, with witty conversations, heartfelt stories, and an aurally delicious Hakka dinner, produced and hosted by Minh Truong and Selina Setrakian.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
15 Mar 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 15: Hockey Culture
The love of hockey starts with Paul Kariya and Team Canada, but the game’s culture reveals racism, bullying and exclusion. As an Asian Canadian hoping to start a career in hockey media, producer Daniel Centeno navigates the highs and lows of the sport, speaking to individuals about their experiences with the game and whether more diversity and inclusion are possible.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
11 Mar 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 14: How We Can Fix the Future of Feminism
The future of feminism is here. In this episode, producer Leen Blaibleh takes us through the compelling stories and experiences of four minority women who are redefining the movement daily.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
1 Mar 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 13: Vegandale Vendetta
The Parkdale area of Toronto is all about community. But what happened to that community when it got rocked by an influx of vegans determined to spread their message and make money? Producer Jasmine Rach and Vegandale owner Hellenic Vincent De Paul have a heated conversation about inclusion and race within Parkdale.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
25 Feb 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 12: Stand On Guard For Thee
The Canadian identity is hard to define—and it varies wildly from person to person. Especially for racialized Canadians, the question of our national identity is a complicated one. In this episode, producer Shakir Rimzy speaks to racialized public servants about fitting into Canadian culture and being part of "the system".
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
22 Feb 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 11: Blended Families
It’s never easy learning that your parents aren’t right for each other. For many people who grew up in blended families, divorce is the first step in that direction. But what comes after? In this episode, producer Vanessa Balintec speaks to three women about their experience growing up in complex blended families.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
18 Feb 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 10: CONIFA
CONIFA is soccer's global governing body for groups that don’t confine to FIFA's terms. Their mission allows people to bring together their community through international soccer competitions. In this episode, producer John Longo talks to two teams to understand how and why a team is created through CONIFA.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
15 Feb 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 9: Adulting
Young adults are facing several difficulties in these strange times. In this episode, producers Cassandra Dubiel and Santiago Ramer shed light on the challenges we face as we grow more independent and become functioning members of society.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
11 Feb 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 8: It’s Mine Now
Possessions come into our lives from those we used to know, and we either keep them, or we don’t. For Jenna Frangione, it was a sweater from a rocky relationship. Producer Mia Maaytah tells us more.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
8 Feb 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 7: Black on Big Brother
What is it like being Black on Big Brother? Producer Libaan Osman, who has dreamed about getting on the show, wanted to find out. He talked to fans of the game, a former contestant of Big Brother Canada, and even the host and executive producer Arisa Cox about potential changes to make Big Brother more inclusive for BIPOC contestants.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
4 Feb 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 6: Influencing
Melissa Bishop-Nriagu (@Bishopmelissa) is the fastest 800m runner in Canadian history. But, like many other Olympians, she needs Instagram to make money. In this episode, producer Alex Cyr breaks down what an athlete has to do to get paid in the age of online influencing.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
1 Feb 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 5: Women and War
In this episode produced by Nikki Hashemian, listeners get a behind the scenes look at what it's like to be a woman war photographer. One of the stories featured is from Andrea Bruce, who reflects on covering war as a woman, the challenges she overcame, and her most memorable experiences photographing over the past twenty years.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
28 Jan 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 4: Wired Differently
“This is how my brain works.” Making friends and getting good grades can be challenging for anyone—but for some students, it’s even harder. In this episode, associate producer and narrator Manuela Vega, along with her co-producer Briana Lynn Brieiro, explore the experiences of neurodivergent people in schools.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
25 Jan 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 3: Basic Income
The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the vulnerabilities of Canada’s support system. But for this group of artists, a push for a universal basic income program means there is light at the end of the tunnel. Producer Scott McLean speaks to the artists and organizers pushing for basic income in Canada.
Trevor's Pad theme song by Jason Manchester
Julie Title can be heard at https://www.julietitle.com/
Zinnia can be heard at https://thisiszinnia.com/music
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily Morantz Associate Producer: Manuela Vega Artwork by Ben Shelley Theme music composed by John Powers Course instructor: Amanda Cupido
21 Jan 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 2: Asian Mental Health
Asian-Americans are the least likely ethnic group to seek professional mental health, so how are advocates trying to squash the stigma? Join Paula Tran as she talks about her own mental health journey while talking to mental health advocates along the way.
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Host: Grace BrisonExecutive Producer: Emily MorantzAssociate Producer: Manuela VegaArtwork by Ben ShelleyTheme music composed by John PowersCourse instructor: Amanda Cupido
18 Jan 2021
Same Difference Podcast – Season 1 – Episode 1 – Welcome Home
Our first episode is a love story. Host Grace Brison introduces us to executive producer Emily Morantz, who tells the story of Jana and her partner Lou. After meeting Jana's family, Lou was surprised to find a feeling of home in their Jewish culture—so now, they've decided to convert. The process has helped make Jana and Lou's relationship stronger, but it's also given them and their families an opportunity to explore one of life's most complicated questions: what is identity, anyway?
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