The Space Makers Podcast

Sean Cheeseman is Canadian Dance Royalty. This International Creative Director and Choreographer has shared his creative genius with icons like Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, Prince, and Tina Turner. He has been a quiet force in the entertainment industry for over 3 decades. Our conversation was vulnerable, delightful and incredible, as he walked us through his path and the icons that led the way.

Elena Vazintaris. Canadian-born Choreographer, Movement Director and Film Maker has a fascinating career, full of hills and valleys and littered with perseverance. She has danced with Shakira, Ludacris, to name a few; and has lent her creative powers to brands like; Adidas, Nike, DIOR, Thom Browne. Listen to her incredible journey as she reflects on her life and gives flowers to those that opened up doors of opportunity.

Darrell Grand Moultrie is one of America's most sought-after choreographers and master teachers. His humble beginnings informed his craft. Darrell's work has been performed by, The Juilliard School, Colorado Ballet, Cincinnati Ballet, North Carolina Dance Theatre, BalletMet Columbus, Milwaukee Ballet, Atlanta Ballet, Sacramento Ballet, Rasta Thomas and his Bad Boys of Dance, Tulsa Ballet, Ballet X, Ballet Arkansas, Smuin Ballet and chosen by Beyonce to choreograph for her Mrs. Carter World Tour. Tune in to hear about his jouney and those that lifted him up.

Erin Willson is an Olympian and a fierce advocate for the rights of athletes. She is currently a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Toronto, but she took some time away to speak to 'spacemakers' about her journey, mentors and coaches that helped to guide her and open up doors for her to succeed as an athlete and beyond.

Gillian Ferrabee is a Creative Powerhouse. Dancer, Actor, Casting Scout and Creative Director, Ferrabee is sought after for her expertise in creative thinking and transformational leadership practices. Her career is as unconventional as they come, but her 'spacemakers' were there for every twist and turn.

Noel Bajandas is an American Choreographer, Director and Artist. His credits include Madonna, Adam Lambert, Eminem "LA LA LAND" "East Los High" and "In The Heights". From humble beginnings, the sky's the limit for Bajandas. Hear his inspiring story as he gives flowers to those who helped pave the way.

Bobbito Garcia is a legendary Producer/DJ, Filmmaker, Radio/TV host, Author, Sneaker designer, Ballplayer, and so much more. His journey is spectacular and he just keeps growing. Listen to this inspiring conversation about the souls that open doors and spaces for him to thrive.

In today's episode, we talked to Celebrated American Director and Choreographer Jamal Sims. We dove deep into his career from dancing in the icon video “Remember the Time” with Michael Jackson to directing his first documentary When the Beat Drops and of course the folks that leaned in along the way.

Arisa Cox is an Executive Producer, journalist and host of Big Brother Canada. Arisa's journey from reality television star to celebrated media personality is the definition of unconventional and there were folks clearing paths every step of the way.

Teddy Fornace is a choreographer and artist who comes from American dance royalty. He stopped by to chat with us about the space makers who opened up the doors that lead him to Madonna, Janet, Lady Gaga and many more.

Poorna Jagannathan is an award-winning South Asian actress and activist (Amnesty International Freedom of Expression, L'oreal Femina Women Award and Stardust) who joined me to swoon over the individuals that carved a way for her in the film and television industry.

Dominique Kelley, Director and Choreographer for Janet, Mariah (and many, many more) stopped by to share his journey from performing on Broadway to working with Meryl and puts a spotlight on the individuals who opened doors along the way.

Tamara is an award-winning actor (Sundance Special Jury Prize & Canadian Screen Award) and writer. Tamara stopped by the show to share her journey of being an Indigenous actor in Canada as well as who the Spacemakers were in her life that helped forge a path and build a community around her.

Author, Emmy Winning TV Host, Stand Up Comedian & Podcaster W. Kamau Bell stopped by the show to share the story on his road to success and the space makers who helped create opportunities for him to shine.