Black in The Maritimes

On this episode, we talk to Kerian Burnett who came to work as a migrant worker on a Nova Scotia strawberry farm and was diagnosed with cancer. If you want to know more about he case and help Kerian with […]

In this episode, we talk to Tawfiq Rangwala about his new book on the We Charity scandal.

In this episode, we talk to the Founder and Ceo of Shifter Magazine Kevin Bourne about growing up in Toronto, getting into the media business, and the current state of black media in Canada.

In this episode, we honor Angela James, Mary Ann Shadd Cary,  Dr. Carrie Best and  Jean Augustine.

In the episode, we talk about history of Black fashion in America and interview with Rukayat Olaniyir of Rukky Tee Designs about her business and journey in the fashion world.

In this episode, we talk to Visual Artist Anjola Adeniji about his current art expo in Fredericton NB and his journey from Nigeria to Canada.   Check out his links: www.macanjyart.org Instagram: @macanjy Facebook: Anjola Adeniji LinkdIn: Anjola Adeniji  

In this episode, we talk about the origins of Black History month in Canada.

In this episode, we remember Lincoln Alexander on his birth month and his impact on Canadian politics by hearing an interview with the man itself.

In this episode we talked to Nella about black woman natural hair and how is a much-needed business in New Brunswick.

In this episode, we talk to Shamaine and her journey from North Carolina to Moncton New Brunswick. The post From the South to the Maritimes (The Story of Shamaine) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

With the World Junior Hockey Championship being hosted in Atlantic Canada we talk about all the racism and discrimination in the sport. The post The Racist State of Hockey in Canada appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we welcome Kayla Borden back and discuss her lawsuit with the Halifax Police Department for being racially discriminated against and harassed while driving home. You can check various articles in the Halifax Examiner page.   Kayla Borden's […] The post Driving while black in Halifax (With Kayla Borden) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk to Ovunda Green and Itunu Oba contributors for the Black Business and Professional Network  New Brunswick (BBPN) about helping the organization and their integration into Saint John NB, and the black business community. The post Making Black Businesses Better (With Ovunda Green and Itunu Oba) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk to DJ/Promotor JP West about growing up in Halifax, moving to New Brunswick, his ins and outs of the prison system, and his reformation and going into music. The post Ups and downs and moving forward (The JP West Story) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk to Nicholas Marcus Thompson, a plaintiff and representative of the class action lawsuit against the Canadian government for racial discrimination of their employees. The post A class action lawsuit that the government wants it to go away appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk about gun violence in Canada, how it is rising and it's linked to poverty. The post Gun Violence in Canada appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk to Mix-Media Artist Chris Thomas about his life in Toronto, his Lego creation of the city of Fredericton, and life in the Maritimes you can check his Lego creation here.   The post Creative and kid at heart (The Story of Chris Thomas) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk to singer/songwriter Ria Reece about getting into music as an adult and moving from Montreal to Moncton. The post Voice, Music and Soul (The Ria Reece Story) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk to Fredericton rapper Ceeb Dread about growing up, being homeless, and doing music for passion and not for fame, among other things. The post Hip-Hop with a purpose (The Story of Ceeb Dread) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we go over the history of slavery in Canada and why it is not talked about or taught in our schools enough. Please Like and subscribe anywhere you listen to podcast. The post Why don't we talk about slavery in Canada? appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we tell the story of Africville, Amber Valley, Hogan's Alley, Willow Grove And other historic black Neighborhoods of Canada. The post Black Neighborhoods Of Canada appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk about queen Elizabeth II death and the effects of Colonialism. The post Let's Talk About Colonialism appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

This episode is about experiences and lessons on how to be empowered. The post How to be empowered part 1 appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk about what happened to a black couple at swoop airlines and the new Canadian coin commemorating Oscar Peterson. The post Racism at Swoop Airlines (That Short) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode of “Tha Short” we talk about emancipation day celebrations in Canada and Susan Holt getting the NB Liberal nomination in Canada. The post Emancipation Day and Susan Holt (Tha Short) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode we talk to Lawyer and Vice-Chair of the board of Dialogue NB Marie Christine Pierre about growing up as a minority in New Brunswick. The post The Journey of a Black Lawyer in the Maritimes (The Story of Marie Christine) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk to the new Trustees Vitalite  Gérald Richard and Horizon Dr. Suzanne Johnston about their background the current and future of the Healthcare system. The post The State of Healthcare in New Brunswick appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode of “Tha Short” we talked about discrimination and getting hired when you are a black person in Canada. The post Working while Black in Canada appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk about how Jayland Walker got shot 60 times being unarmed in Ohio and how Lance Stornz killed 3 cops and can be out on bail and alive. The post Police Bias Against Black People (Tha Short) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, We analyze writer James Baldwin's words and speeches and try to check his view about racism in America. The post The James Baldwin Episode appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode of Tha Short we talk about the actions of the Conservative Party of New Brunswick since having a majority government and  the effects. The post The Old White Man vision of New Brunswick appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode of “Tha Short” we talk about Juneteenth, Emancipation Day, and Indigenous People's Day and if they make a difference in changing the narrative. The post Does Holiday/Day recognition make a difference? appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

On this episode, we celebrate Juneteenth by curating and explaining music that celebrates it from Bob Marley, Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, James Brown, Beyonce and Kendrick Lamar. We explore their lyrics and give a history of what is Holiday all […] The post The Sounds Of Juneteenth appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

On this episode, we talk to Real Estate agent Kelly Bourque about Real Estate and diversity in the business. The post Black Woman in Real Estate (The Kelly Bourque Story) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode of “Tha Short” we talk about the racism in Stars and Graveyards of community leaders in Nova Scotia being rescued and honored. The post Racism In Star Wars (Tha Short) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk to DJ/Producer Topkat Amazona about his life in St. Lucia and moving To Halifax The post The Topkat Amazona Episode appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode of “Tha Short”  we talk about shooting threats at a Toronto Jewish school and the treatment of police of people of color. The post Mass shooting threats in Toronto and Police Brutalities in Quebec (That Short) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk to high-powered customs apparel owner Stefan Williams about his business and moving to different places in Nova Scotia. The post Stay Consistent, Stay Great! (The Stefan William Story) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk to DJ and Founder of Pineapple Express Media Kayla Borden about Events, Music, and Growing up in Halifax. The post The Kayla Borden Story appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode of “Tha Short we talk about the Juno Awards, Buffalo shootings and the radicalization of young white males in Canada. The post Radicalization in Canada (Tha Shrot) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talked to Tribe Network Founder Alfred Burgesson about his entrepreneurial journey in Nova Scotia. The post The Alfred Burgesson Story appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk about recent racism action caught on camera in Montreal and Toronto and how to fight it. The post Racism in Canada and ways to fight it. (Tha Short) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk to Patrick Jeune about growing up in Haiti and volunteering and living in New Brunswick. The post At service to the community (The Story of Patrick Jeune) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode of “Tha Short” we talk about the discrimination and racism that are facing the children in Nova Scotia, The passing of James Arthur Talbot, and, Leslyn Lewis visiting the Maritimes. The post The Children of Nova Scotia, A Pioneer and Leslyn Lewis appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode of “Tha Short” we talk about Elon Musk purchase of Twitter and how opening free speech may lead to racism and hate.  Please take a change to donate to our cause. The post Is hate speech free speech? appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk to the President of the New Brunswick African Association, Entrepreneur and activist Yusuf Mohammed Shire about immigrating into Canada as a refugee and how to combat systemic racism. The post It's never easy (The Yusuf Mohammed Shire Story) appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode of “Tha Short” we talk about the new Netflix documentary White Hot. And affordable housing in Atlantic Canada. The post Learn systemic racism by Abercrombie & Fitch appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.

In this episode, we talk to Mariah Pelley Smith about her journey living in Ontario, Newfoundland, and Nova Scotia. The post The Mariah Pelley Story appeared first on Black In The Maritimes.