The podcast for all things related to University of Toronto Scarborough. Here, we talk to some of the most brilliant minds in our community to educate, enlighten, entertain, and inspire positive change.
You’re Not Alone: Dionne Sinclair on How to Stand Out (and Not Burn Out)
In this episode of Underground Conversations, we sit down with Dionne Sinclair, Vice President of Clinical Operations and Chief Nursing Executive at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
Dionne moved to Canada as a nine-year-old immigrant kid from Jamaica who was told “she wasn’t college material” because of her strong accent. Years later, she’s at the forefront of Canada’s largest mental health teaching hospital while finishing her PhD at Western University.
Listen along to hear from her as she breaks down how you can stand out as a young professional while navigating challenges and protecting your mental peace.
16 Mar 2026
From Assignments to Elections: Getting into Politics as a Student
Curious to know what it takes to run in your first election while juggling assignment deadlines? Tune in to hear from UTSC student Christopher Amir Hart as he shares his journey of contesting in Canada's 2025 Federal Election.
The conversation explores the stigma around young people in politics, how one can get started, and how to make it count!
14 Jan 2026
Lessons from the Newsroom
David Rider, a veteran Toronto Star reporter, reflects on his 36-year journalism career, sharing humorous, suspenseful, and inspiring moments in this interview.
5 Dec 2025
You Belong Here
Tim Tang, Dean of Student Experience and Well-Being, discusses how students can thrive at UTSC, offering valuable insights for academic success in this interview.
24 Apr 2025
UTSC Charity Fashion Show supports fashion-minded students
How can students break into the fashion world? In this episode, I talked with Faith Chhoyang from UTSC Charity Fashion Show about ways for students to do that. We also discussed hot questions on fashion relevant to students. How can young people expand their wardrobes while also making eco-friendly choices? Should consumers pay attention to the brands they are supporting, and their practices?
14 Apr 2025
How BioSa helps biology students succeed
Student groups are a great way to make friends in your discipline and better understand your career path forward. In this episode, I had a fun chat with the presidents of BioSa; Danielle Nanquil & Simran Batther to better understand what BioSa is doing to support the many biology students here at UTSC.
(Note: After listening through the recording, I noticed my microphone was not recording properly. Regardless, the episode still covers the topic well.)
2 Apr 2025
SCOUT: the safe space for the LGBTQ community at UTSC
SCOUT is UTSC's LGBTQ community. In this episode, I had a talk with two of its representatives, Sachi Lal & Pranami Harsora about what they do on campus, and how they're involved in the community.
31 Mar 2025
The community for aspiring medical students and nurses
Where do aspiring nurses and medical students find community? In this episode, I talked to Andrea Shie about Medicine4Youth, a student group that offers a network to students who want to break into medicine and/or nursing. We discussed the benefits that this group provides, and also what it's like working towards this industry.
28 Mar 2025
Does U of T need more bidets?
A bidet is a device that uses water to help users clean themselves after using the washroom. There are a number of students who say they need to use a bidet in order to feel cleaner after using the facilities. Aliya Ali, founder of Bidets at U of T is advocating for the school to add more. In this episode, I talked with Aliya about what their benefits are, and why some students want more of them.
25 Mar 2025
The sound guys of UTSC: RadioFWD
RadioFWD is a UTSC group that focuses on all things music and sound. On this episode, I talked with Zachary Osborn, Music Manager at RadioFWD to hear about his epic stories from his time with the group, like his spat with NAV's bodyguard.
22 Mar 2025
Anechka Saniel & Yusuf Khan from Prestige share their fashion expertise
In Underground Conversations' first episode, I had a fun, playful chat with two leading thinkers in fashion at the U of T Scarborough community. My good friend Anechka, and my new friend Yusuf were great first guests, and offered plenty of insights into the history and operations behind UTSC's fashion club, Prestige.
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