Podcasts
1A. The Social Integration of Arab Refugees in the GTA
Zenia Ayoub
Exploring the integration of Arab refugees in the GTA, while highlighting aspects such as healthcare, housing, employment, and educational challenges that refugees face. There is an importance in discussing the societal and political improvements that can be made for a more inclusive integration process.
3rd Place Award in the Podcast Category!
2A. The Deluge: Speculative Fiction as An Agent of Change
A Close-Reading Analysis
Thando Bhebhe and Mitchell Baldwin
The Deluge is a novel based in speculative fiction, detailing the reasonably foreseeable future of our species as we endure threats of climate catastrophe, fascist government, and a rise in political extremism. After a close analysis of the book, we believe it is the greatest motivator to generate positive change.
2nd Place Award in the Podcast Category!
3A. Exploring the Zapatista Revolution
Alex Cabrilo and Evan Wheeler
The Podcast “Exploring the Zapatista Revolution” delves into the successful policy initiatives implemented by the Zapatistas upon their revolution concerning self-determination, media coverage, and land management. The Podcast highlights how the implementation of these policies offers a beacon of hope to Indigenous communities in Canada hoping to resist colonialism's grip.
1st Place Award in the Podcast Category!
4A. Road Reflections Episode 1: Exploring the Meaning Making of Neurodivergence Among Black Women
Chantelle Kirlew and Tara King
In our podcast, we explore our research on the lived experiences of Black women who identify as neurodivergent. We discuss topics such as stigma, lack of support, masking, coping, lack of awareness, and the treatment of Black women navigating health and mental healthcare systems.
Honourable Mention Winner!
5A. The Treatment of the Uighur Population in the Xiangjiang Province of China
Kieran McCormack
In this podcast, I examine the mistreatment of the Uighur population in the Chinese province of Xiangjiang. The recording uses scholarly sources, human rights covenants from the United Nations, and a human rights organization report to illustrate how China has breached human rights codes and mistreated the Uighur people.
6A. Exploring Urinary Issues and Aging
Jackson Rice and Claire Brooks
As we age, the abilities and functions of our urinary system begin to decline. This podcast discusses two main issues associated with aging and the urinary system – urinary incontinence and urinary retention.
Honourable Mention Winner!
7A. Online Bystander Intervention: What Motivates Online Bystanders to Help a Victim?
Aiden Shaw
In this podcast we explore online bystander intervention and what motivates people to help a victim. We begin with a TikTok case that made me curious about why the bystander intervened to support a victim of body shaming. My study explores how familiarity, online disinhibition, and empathy play a role.
8A. Lessons from Alberta: A Talk with Renert School Graduates
Umaymah Suhail
Umaymah Suhail presents her research on the Alberta education system and specifically, what one private school in Calgary is doing to achieve their consistently high levels of student success. Through the personal experiences of three recent Renert School graduates, listeners discover what other Canadian schools can learn from Alberta.