Season 5 of anticulture concludes with a special intimate discussion with artist and musician Kaeyae Alo. A dear friend of the show, this episode serves as an official listening companion to her first EP project, "17Times," released August 12, 2022. It can be an accompaniment to your journey through the record, or it can serve as a standalone episo…

Journalist Katie Toth has been working on a project that links together multiple elements of her personal life and the world at large as we see it today. It's a journey that started with her move to Canada's subarctic, and it's a perspective that is easily missed. For so many, everything changed when Russia invaded Ukraine. It also shifted what is …

Expressing who you are through what and how you create is not necessarily a natural skill. São Paolo guests, Inès Schinazi and Dani Afonso, however, have it down to a science. The life and business partners are the creators of the Brazilian podcast drama series, "Chloé & Valentina," which they made, in part, for the sake of the female-led narrative…

"Sinon, je chante et je joue du piano," ("Besides that, I sing and play piano") reads Beatrice Martin's Instagram bio. This is a true reflection of her humility; especially when held up against internationally sold-out shows, a six-album career, and a legendary presence on almost all social media platforms for over a decade. Best known as Cœur de P…

Clayton Thomas-Müller has worn many hats. Growing up Indigenous in Manitoba, his life progression features everything from basking in the wealth of nature's bounty, to moving (and moving again), to actively healing trauma and being a catalyst for change and hope. His visionary approach for the next generation of humanity is outlined in his book, "L…

This week on the show, host Josiah Sinanan answers your questions for a special AMA episode. Though Josiah typically highlights his guests on the show, this week it's all him (and you).بقلم Josiah Sinanan. A cultural podcast that seeks to re-establish the North American concept of culture - by instead focusing on the stories of the individuals around us.

Mitzi Payne holds many titles: founder, mother, wife(y), mentor and friend. Living around the world as a second-generation Latina Canadian, identity was something that was formed within her from multiple sources. Join us as we chat through her journey, her heritage and her progression in the business and marketing world.You can learn more about Mit…

Ginella Massa is an award-winning national television personality, who currently hosts "Canada Tonight with Ginella Massa" on the CBC News Network.In 2015, she made headlines as the first television journalist in Canada to wear a hijab, an identifier that has stuck with her throughout her career. But, Massa is much more than what's visible. Join us…

Dominique Keller is a Canadian filmmaker and cultural anthropologist. Her latest project, "Love: The Last Chapter" which premiered at the Calgary Underground Film Festival, follows three couples in a senior's home. As part of her research, Keller moved into the senior's facility to film these couples, and she shares with us what she learned about t…

Said M'Dahoma, better known as "The Pastry Nerd" is a French-Comorian - but wait, what does that mean?Join me and Said as we discuss what it was like growing up in Paris to Comorian parents, his PhD in Neuroscience and some nerding out about French pastries, on this season's French culture highlight. Named Western Canada's "Foodie of the Year" 2021…

Welcome to Season 5 of anticulture. We're starting this season off with a story of what happens when someone's culture, identity and country are threatened. Fatimah Hossaini is a women's rights activist and photographer, previously based in Afghanistan before the Taliban took rule in 2021. We spoke with Fatimah about the power of femininity and art…

Join anticulture host Josiah Sinanan, live at the 22nd annual Calgary International Film Festival. In this special bonus episode, Josiah sits down on premiere night with local filmmaker Shaun Crawford as they discuss his film, Here & After, as well as the local film scene in Calgary at this iconic event.…

Today on the show we are joined by Dustin Reynolds, otherwise known as "the single-handed sailor." Dustin Reynolds is on track to be the first double amputee to circumnavigate the globe. After losing one of his arms and one of his legs in a tragic accident, Dustin shares with us how he rebuilt his life and risked it all on an incredible adventure. …

Last week, the world watched with intent as Oprah sat down with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry and discussed their exit of royal duties. In this special episode of anticulture, I sat down with Kaeyae Alo to discuss our thoughts on culture and identity and what this monumental interview means for the future of the monarchy.…

Happy Black History Month!Today's episode is a special one, as we are joined with award-winning filmmaker, playwright and author Cheryl Foggo to talk about Alberta's Black History. A story seldom told, Foggo is a descendant of Alberta's Black pioneers and has made her life's mission to tell their story. Her latest project, John Ware Reclaimed, is o…

Our guest this week is Calgary's iconic Mike Morrison, creator and writer of Mike’s Bloggity Blog!Join us as we chat about Mike's journey with the blog and how a boy from Fredericton found the audacity and strength to be himself in Alberta despite all odds.بقلم Josiah Sinanan. A cultural podcast that seeks to re-establish the North American concept of culture - by instead focusing on the stories of the individuals around us.

This week on the show, we catch up again with previous guest, Rachel Dolezal, who has endured public criticism on a level many of us could not have imagined for her racial identity. Join us as we chat BLM, her new life in Arizona and how she envisions the future ahead.بقلم Josiah Sinanan. A cultural podcast that seeks to re-establish the North American concept of culture - by instead focusing on the stories of the individuals around us.

At the young age of 25, while enjoying life at one of its highest points, guest Amy Reding was unexpectedly diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. She came out of the situation declared cancer-free, only to receive a shocking, second diagnosis less than a year later.We chat with Amy as she traverses the trauma, the stigma of being a young cance…

This week, we catch up with Donna Vecino, a Filipino-Canadian who loves the city of Calgary, events and career. Her drive has served as an inspiration to people in many circles and this week, we pick her brain to discover that a lot of her drive might have been influenced by her cultural roots.بقلم Josiah Sinanan. A cultural podcast that seeks to re-establish the North American concept of culture - by instead focusing on the stories of the individuals around us.

This week, we talked to Warren Kinsella – 10x Published Author, a previous adviser to Jean Chrétien, a punk-rocker and much more. Join us as we discuss identity, the impact of 2020, and extremism in Canada.بقلم Josiah Sinanan. A cultural podcast that seeks to re-establish the North American concept of culture - by instead focusing on the stories of the individuals around us.

Episode 2 of Season 4 takes us to multiple countries as we chat with "In Rehearsal" podcast host and Head Writer of "The African Family" series, Misha Maseka. Join us to hear all about Misha's navigation of multiple cultures that make up who she is today and follow us on her journey of self-discovery through 2020.…

anticulture is back with Season 4!Join us for a fascinating interview with Métis photojournalist Gavin John as we discuss the nuances of cultural identity in Canada as well as his experiences in Iraq and most recently at CHOP/CHAZ in America. Gavin's exposure to some of recent history's most jarring moments as well as his cultural identity offers a…

The Alberta Oil Sands have long been the crown of the Western Canadian province, but what affect has it had on our men?Join Josiah as he interviews Omar Mouallem and Dylan Rhys Howard, filmmakers of "Digging In The Dirt" – a look at toxic masculinity on the Alberta Oil Sands.You can watch "Digging in the Dirt" on CBC.ca and the CBC Gem app.…

Did you know Alberta had Black settlers? On this special episode of anticulture for Black History Month, Josiah speaks with documentarian Deborah Dobbins about Alberta's Black history, how discrimination is dealt with, and how the frontier of the Canadian prairies has strong Black heritage - despite the racism that still prevails in the Albertan st…

On the finale of Season 3 of anticulture, we take a deep dive into the ins and outs of the music industry, highlighting three unique guests whose lives have surrounded the cultural phenomenon of the business. From pop musician SEBELL (who comes from the Canadian independent circuit), to Rachael Lampa (a chart-topping Contemporary Christian artist i…

We're back in Paris this week for an episode with Daniel Micah Cox, an Art Director living and working in the city. Daniel has a fascinating background and experience growing up in France that has made him feel like he doesn't have a cultural identity. From an Australian family who moved to France for his mom's work, hear his stories of adapting to…

Is Paris really what you think it is? This week, host Josiah Sinanan shares a special episode live from Paris, France with a local as they talk about cultural perceptions, racism, the church, and more. It's part one of a two-part series on the city of Paris.بقلم Josiah Sinanan. A cultural podcast that seeks to re-establish the North American concept of culture - by instead focusing on the stories of the individuals around us.

This week, anticulture is taking you into the "culture" that lies behind Calgary's arts scene with two influencers and culture curators: Katrina Olson-Mottahed and Rob Mabee. Katrina is the director of the Canadian International Fashion Film Festival and also reviews films professionally for Rotten Tomatoes. Rob is an arts curator and was the man b…

This week's episode of anticulture shifts away from culture to take a special look at the world of human trafficking. Though dark and unknown to many, Josiah has uncovered the stories of how this harrowing system works both here in Alberta and also internationally. Listen closely to stories of hope, the ins and outs of the sex trade, and how you ca…

This week on anticulture, Josiah explores the age old discrepancy that exists in the French world, particularly between France and Quebec. Hear from two incredible guests with insight on culture and identity: Zina: an Algerian in Montreal and Pedro: a Brazilian in Paris. Do you have an experience that has been painted by the French world? Share you…

Join host Josiah Sinanan for another exciting episode of anticulture as we talk all things “art” in Alberta this week. This episode features a rare and insightful update from Rheanna Lauren – an arts curator and entrepreneur who has a passion for Calgary to be in the spotlight. Hear about what got her into the scene, challenges and perceptions she’…

On this week's special episode of anticulture, Josiah gets a "global update" from two of his friends who are CEOs making a real impact around the world on an international level.Hear from Aly Bandali, CEO of Operation Eyesight, who, on the tail of a recent international trip, describes the company's mandate to restore vision and empower communities…

Join host Josiah Sinanan in exploring the ins and outs of "multi-level marketing" – particularly the vilified movement that is Amway. Speaking to two individuals who have had experiences with the organization, we hear their point of view: how the organization drew them in, what they took from it, and why one of them chose to ultimately leave.If you…

Join host Josiah Sinanan as he continues his deep dive into the personal experiences and identities of individuals this season, beginning with the stories of those involved with the Christian Church here in Western Canada. Spanning three unique guests for this season's premiere, Josiah covers a wide range of opinion and experience with the religiou…

Rachel Doležal made international headlines after being "outed" in 2015 for being born white, after telling a large group of people she was Black. The real story of her identity choice might be more compassion-worthy and easier to understand than you'd think – once we give her a chance to share her journey. Learn what Rachel thought of her Netflix …

This week’s episode, Josiah sits down with business owner, Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra chair member, think tanker, Conservative, and philanthropist Lori Caltagirone. Lori's unique insight into the world of corporate Calgary has given her an approach on life that isn't "mainstream" but is one she lives with grace, passion, and heart. Join us as w…

This week we're pleased to present our first celebrity guest: Real Housewives of Vancouver alumni, podcast host, and recording artist Mary Zilba. Mary and Josiah talk about the harsh effects of reality television on the lives of real people and how being on the Housewives franchise has changed her life forever. Mary also dives into her divorce, the…

This week on Anticulture, we sit down with one of the recipients of Calgary's "Best Dressed" Awards - Optometrist and Fashion Icon, Dr. Diana Monea. Dr. Diana shares the stories that influenced her bold choices with fashion, and it likely isn't what you'd expect. Find out how fashion became a response to loss and struggle, and how she's now turning…

Join us this week as we discuss Alberta's role in immigration and the refugee crisis with the CEO of the Centre for Newcomers in Calgary: Anila Umar Lee Yuen. Anila received the Governor General's Award at the young age at 23, and has gone on to be an advocate for newcomers in Canada. Listen to a challenging and unifying perspective on an issue tha…

This week, we explore cultural perception and race in the context of Hollywood, California. Joshua Heart, our guest, is a casting producer on social media's most talked about reality show this year: The Four on FOX. Joshua shares his experience as one of the only people of colour on set and how he navigates a world that still shows prejudice - even…

To kick off Season 2 of Josiah's exploration of culture, race, identity, and mosaic societies - we're travelling to the continent of Africa. Josiah's first discussion is with NGO Founder, Omotara Johnson, who has defied one of the worst statistics in the country of Sierra Leone - the country with the highest level of infant and maternal mortality. …

For the final episode in this first "string" of episodes on Alberta, we will be exploring the story of a member of the Blackfoot Confederacy here on Treaty 7 land. Curtis Lefthand is of the Piikani Nation, and does NOT idenitify as Albertan - nor does he want to. His opinion may just flip everything we've discussed so far on it's head. What is Albe…

⚜️🌾🎙Franco-Albertan...That's a Thing? Welcome to Episode 4, where we explore one of Alberta's most curious minorities - the Franco-Albertan. Our guest is Joelle Croteau-Willard, who has a proud and very Albertan story in the realm of being a Francophone. Joelle's heritage includes one of the first residents of Bonnyville, and on both sides, has pro…

This week's episode is a little different - Josiah interviews a relative of his that fits quite snugly into the Albertan "stereotype" - and is proud of it. Some things stated are controversial, but Josiah tries to create a platform where Matt's viewpoints can be considered and weighed equally. Discussion surrounds the farming community of Busby, th…

This week's episode is a chat with a resident of the elusive "Zama City" - a remote town of only 50-90 residents in Northern Alberta. We explore how culture is shaped here and what ideas of Alberta mean to them. We also explore the history of Albertan settler culture and how "hard work" is an inherent part of it 💪🛢⛽️.…

EPISODE 1 is here 🎙👏🏼! This week, Josiah chats with Tehillah Chiwele on being in the only family of African descent in the Northern Albertan town of Lac La Biche. We get in-depth about what it means to be Albertan, racism, and even the synergy of two seemingly unrelated cultures. Join the discussion on Twitter @josiahpodcast , using hashtag #anticu…

Welcome to anticulture with Josiah Sinanan.We're so excited to have you on this journey with us! Take a listen to our preview and subscribe so you're the first to catch episode 1 - out this month!بقلم Josiah Sinanan. A cultural podcast that seeks to re-establish the North American concept of culture - by instead focusing on the stories of the individuals around us.