Social Changemakers

In Owen's last SCM podcast he interviews Dr. Martin Hyun from Germany. In this episode Owen learns about Dr. Hyun's experience as a hockey player in Germany, the racism he has experienced both on and off the ice and what he is doing to change that for other players in the game.

In this episode, first time host Noella interview world wide renowned fashion designer Justina McCaffrey. Noella learns about Justina's global career, her desire to bring the garment industry back to Canada and the importance of looking at the environmental impact the industry has.

In this episode Owen has the opportunity to chat with Matt Bradley former professional hockey player. Bradley tells his story about his lucky break after being cut from a Triple A hockey team, his professional career playing with greats like Mario Lemieux and Alexander Ovechkin, to his retirement and Owen's dream job, watching NHL and AHL hockey for a living.

In this episode Owen interviews his classmate Mohammad who came to Canada in 2016 as a refugee by way of Syria and Jordan. Mohammad shares his journey from leaving friends and family and the food and weather that he misses dearly. He also shares about what it was like to come to Canada and learn a new language and culture very quickly. Thank you Mohammad for sharing your story.

In this episode Owen speaks with Director, Cultural Diversity and Inclusion for the OHL Rico Phillips. We learn about what this position means, stories from referring, his role as a fire fighter as well as the Flint Inner City Youth Hockey Program. Rico shares his amazing experience of being nominated and winning the 2019 Willie O'Ree community hero award. You will hear Rico's passion for the work...

In this episode Owen interviews former professional hockey player Brendan Bell. We learn about how important work ethic is, the differences between European hockey and North American hockey and how ones own experiences shape their hopes and dreams for their children. The big takeaway, did you have fun at the rink?

In this weeks book club we welcome our latest guest, Khater Muhajir to the discussion. This week dives into looking at Rashad and Quinn and how they are dealing with the unlawful beating after the fact. We have some great discussions about racial profiling and how uncomfortable it is to the right thing sometimes.

In this episode Owen continues to learn about how society and the future of work is rapidly changing. He has the opportunity to speak with marketing and communications expert Jack Garrard from Contextere and AI startup. Owen is given a mini lesson on AI, Fourth Industrial Revolution and the specific software that Contextere provides to the blue collar worker. Jack and Owen discuss the need for cha...

In this episode Amy continues to learn to earn her grade 10 health / phys ed credit. In this episode she interview Stephen R. Coleman, an extremely passionate, driven and inspired documentary filmmaker who left a comfortable job in order to follow a passion and give back to his community. He completed an incredible film called Project Cold Days which broadcast nationally on CBC in March 2019. He i...

In this episode Mohammad continues his English learning journey by looking at poetry. He had the opportunity to read, watch and analyze a song written and performed by local rapper Iamsoulful. IAMSOULFUL is an Arab-Canadian independent artist from Ottawa, Ontario, whose musical palette is inspired by the likes of J. Cole, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and 6lack. Using his spoken word background and power...

Amy is back and is learning about health and wellness. In this episode she interviews Catie Clapp co-owner of Willow Wellness in Richmond, ON. Amy and Catie talk about what they do at Willow Wellness and how to handle stress.

In this episode of the Social Change Maker Podcast we start our first ever book club. Mohammad is a grade 9 student at R.I.S.E. who is reaching ahead and taking grade 10 English. He chose the book All American Boys by Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely to read. Each week Mohammad creates questions related to the book for a discussion with Barbara Carey, retired grade 7 / 8 English teacher and Khater...

Owen has started this quadmester on a mission. He is ready to share his new schooling experience with others. He is hosting an e-sports event called RAISE for R.I.S.E. to raise money for scholarships to R.I.S.E. Academy. As a part of this project he wants to have conversations about education and the need for reform. On this episode he interview Don Wettrick, father / teacher and entrepreneur to g...

Ella and Zenya are two of R.I.S.E. Academy's pioneers. They both started with Rebecca in September where they took grade 9 geography and then continued on for a second course, this time Media Arts. In this episode they reflect on their time with R.I.S.E. and give advice to anyone considering taking a course.

Over the past 8 weeks I have had the pleasure of working with Laszlo, Satya and Rusty in our younger social change maker program. In this episode we hear about their experiences and the fun that we have had.

Kirsten makes her podcasting debut in one of our last podcasts of this quadmester. In this episode she interviews Beatrice Ocquaye, Principal of R.E. Wilson Elementary school. Over the quadmester Kirsten has been learning about the importance of nutrition and building community. She has learned that schools often play a huge role in providing that for some kids. Her journey began by speaking to gr...

In this episode Zenya and Aurora co host and interview Mya Beaudry of Kokum Scrunchies. Mya tells them about how her business started, the significance behind the name Kokum and what it is like to be a business owner at the young age of 10. If you would like to learn more about her project or to order a scrunchie check it out here https://kokomscrunchies.ca/ .

In their final episode for the quadmester, Gracie and Owen interview Social Worker / Therapist Robert Billard. It was a fun conversation hearing from Robert full of information about parenting and families, but what made even more fun was when the table was turned and Robert began to ask Gracie and Owen questions about themselves. Have a listen!! If you would like to connect with Robert you can re...

Gracie continues her learning journey about Canadian Families by interviewing her older sister Gabby and her boyfriend Bryson. Gabby and Bryson are both 20 years old and they discuss what like is like as an emerging adult.

In this episode Gracie and Owen continue their learning journey by interviewing Joyce Hamelin, Social Worker at ABLE2 in their FASD program. They learn about what FASD is and what it is like to live with youth who have FASD as Joyce has 5 adopted children.

In this episode Gracie and Owen interview Jennifer Deavy, a social worker for the Childrens Aid Society in Ottawa. Jennifer explains to them what CAS does, the importance of attachment at a young age and shares a wonderful success story.

Owen continues his podcasting adventure by interviewing professional skier and spokesperson for Protect Our Winters Nick McNutt. In this episode they talk skiing, climate change and of course Owen had to ask about Nick's near death experience from March of 2020. This episode is a must listen!!

This past weeks episode reflects the lesson that we learned in the Canadian Families course. We looked at couples, making commitments and next steps. Owen had the opportunity to interview our young intern Abbey and her partner Jeremie. He learned about the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to young love.

Owen and Gracie continue to learn about Canadian Families. In this episode they interview Colleen MacPhee from Rideauwood Addiction and Family Services. They learn about addiction and how it affects the individual and family. If you would like to learn more about Rideauwood you can check it out here https://www.rideauwood.org/ .

In this episode, Aurora makes her podcasting debut. Aurora is sad to know that children around the world do not have the same opportunities that she does and that many of them are forced into child labour. In this episode she interviews Mira Gillis who is an amazing young advocate for this issue. Mira is originally from Windsor, ON and is currently in her first year at Carleton University. Mira Gi...