Social Changemakers

The Complexities of Climate Change with Kate & Dr. Cynthia Cheney In this episode,  Grade 10 Science student host Kate interviews environmental scientist Cynthia Cheney, who joins us with her 9-month-old, Briar. Together, they explore what climate change is, it's affects. They discuss practical solutions—what individuals, communities, governments, and industries can do—and the important questi...

Listen to Episode 2 of Michelle’s podcast! 🎙️ This week, we discuss all things Enchanted Charmz — what it’s like being a business owner, the creative process, markets, and so much more!

Welcome to The Mixed Batch by Michelle Tippeneskum — a podcast where we talk about everything ! From gaming to beading, from art to baking, this show is truly a mixed batch. Tune in to our first episode, where we introduce ourselves and help you get acquainted with the podcast.

In this episode, Maggie Hughson—Grade 11 R.I.S.E. student, U18 Team Canada member, and future UConn Husky—interviews Sarah Thompson, St. Lawrence graduate and 2025 Hockey Humanitarian Award Recipient. Sarah, the first from St. Lawrence and 12th female to earn this honor, shares her journey as a student-athlete from Orleans, Ontario, and the impact of balancing hockey with community service. Togeth...

After being inspired by the global content creator initiative #TeamWater, led by Mr. Beast, Cameron takes his passion for water issues to a more local level. In this episode, he sits down with Ryan Hreljac, Founder and Executive Director of the Ryan’s Well Foundation. Ryan, who has dedicated his life to addressing clean water and sanitation challenges around the world, shares his journey and power...

In this episode, youth participants connect with athletes Cole Beaudoin, Kashawn Aitcheson, and Sadie Hotles to learn what it takes to reach the next level. Highlights: 🚍 Fun memories from team bus rides 💪 The importance of doing the work when no one’s watching 👕 How dressing well boosts confidence: “Look good, feel good, play good.” A motivating and down-to-earth conversation packed with advic...

In the debut episode of The R.I.S.E. Elite Hockey Program podcast, youth participants reflect on a week dedicated to building resilience — both on and off the ice. To cap off their experience, they sit down with one of Ottawa’s most inspiring examples of resilience: Brandon Peacock. Brandon shares his harrowing yet transformative story of surviving a drive-by shooting that left him fighting for hi...

After hosting an interview with Chantelle Dubois from Mission Control in Ottawa, Kate, a grade 9 student at RISE Academy, reflects on the key takeaways from their discussion. The conversation shed light on the challenges and opportunities within STEM fields, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and perseverance and considered how gaming skills like focus and problem solving can have real-wor...

In this episode, Ola and Jada have an honest conversation about their journeys as black women navigating predominantly white spaces. Jada, an amazing hockey player, recounts her experiences of facing discrimination and racism on the ice, shedding light on the unique challenges in a sport where she’s often one of the few Black athletes. Meanwhile, Ola reflects on what it means to be black in the cl...

In this episode, Ola and Harmony open up about their journeys as black women, focusing on the challenges they encountered at school and the vital role of community. They discuss how being surrounded by others who share similar experiences creates a support system that is both empowering and comforting. Throughout their conversation, they exchange helpful advice, share personal tips, and offer insi...

In this episode of Growing Up Black, Ola opens up about her experiences as a Black woman, reflecting on the struggles that have shaped her journey. She is joined by her friend Alec, and together they dive into what it was like navigating school as Black students. From dealing with stereotypes to finding spaces where they truly belonged, they share personal stories that many young Black youth can r...

In today's episode of Growing Up Black, Ola shares her personal journey growing up as a Black woman, exploring the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way. Joined by her friend Christie, they discuss the impact of culture, identity, and the importance of community. Together, they reflect on their shared experiences and dive deep into the nuances of growing up Black, touching on themes of b...

Welcome to the first episode of Season 9 of our podcast! In this exciting debut, Kate, a passionate space enthusiast learning all the way from Poland, hosts her very first episode. Joining her is Shannon Clement, a Fractional CMO specializing in B2B Tech, Space Tech, and Aerospace startups and scale-ups. Shannon shares her wealth of experience in providing marketing and communications leadership t...

Rebecca had the opportunity to go into one of the local public high schools and chat with some young minds. Here is what they had to say about what the imagine school could be.

Bella is a long-time RISE student, who is jumping into the world of podcasting. In her first podcast, she dives into Indigenous media and openly discusses the film, 'The Grizzlies' with Abbey. Stay tuned to see what Bella does next!

This week, Naomi takes on a new podcast! Naomi is a grade 11 student with R.I.S.E. Academy. This semester, Naomi will be taking us through her course through the method of podcasting. Listen to the first episode to learn more about Naomi, her interests and goals!

Welcome back to another episode of the social change makers podcast! In this episode, Ben Watzenboeck and Jacob Bangs discuss many issues within the hockey community. They explore areas of accessibility, racism and much more! Tune in and enjoy!

Welcome back to another episode of the social change makers podcast! In this episode, Maia Peters discusses the world of sports management with former Ottawa Rough Riders general manager, Jo-Anne Polak. They talk about the nature of the job and the various challenges women face in this world of work. Enjoy!

Welcome to another episode of the social change makers podcast! This summer, Connor Ronberg dives into the world of philosophy with Cam Lamoureux. They talk about big topics such as ethics and metaphysics. Listen in and enjoy!

In this podcast, two R.I.S.E. Academy summer students, Ben and Tyson, talk all about baseball. What is this sport all about? Why do people watch (or not)? Who is changing the game? What are some of the current issues in baseball? Give it a listen to learn more!

Welcome back to another episode hosted by Abbey. This year, she has been working with an amazing group of young men from Kayla's Children's Centre in Thornhill. The boys discuss the book they have been reading this semester for English, alongside the passion project they worked on as a class. Big lessons are learned, as things do not always go to plan, but they show resilience and willingness to t...

In this episode, our R.I.S.E student Rachel interviews Mark Fraser, a former ice hockey defenceman in the NHL who is currently leading the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion team for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Listen in to learn more about his life, his NHL career, and the different ways he promotes social justice in hockey!

In this episode meet Koree and Ava from Arnprior DHS who are a part of the Health and Wellness and Sport SHSM program. Today they worked on ICE training where they connected with Sarah from the Youth Wellness Hub and leared about all the amazing things available to Renfrew County Youth. Have a listen to find out what is happnening the Valley.

In this episode, we join Tafari as he wraps up his world cultures course. You will hear about world cultures through the view of someone who has lived on two continents and three countries. Tafari shares about his recent trip to visit Family in Trinidad and Tobago and more.

In this episode, we hear from siblings Riley and Jeff. They both wrap up their courses while talking about their past and future. Listen in as they chat about sports, school and being brothers.