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Posted on: July 5, 2021
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This week, Michael talks about the controversy surrounding the new movie In The Heights and it's Afro-Latinx representation.
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Posted on: June 21, 2021
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This week, Michael talks about National Indigenous People's Day as well as Pride Month. He discusses why it is important to continue to celebrate and support LGBTQ2+ peoples and communities.
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Posted on: June 14, 2021
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This week, Michael talks about the recent anti-Islamic hate killings of a Muslim family in London Ontario. He shares his thoughts on Bill 21, how it relates to this tragic killing, and what we can all…
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Posted on: June 7, 2021
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This week, I talk about the recent discovery of the unmarked grave of 215 Indigenous children who attended a residential school in British Colombia, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and holdin…
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Posted on: May 31, 2021
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This week, Michael talks about National Indigenous History Month, LGBTQ2+ Pride Month, and his thoughts on the recent racist commentary that Edmonton Oilers player Ethan Bear has endured.
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Posted on: May 25, 2021
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He's back! And this week, Michael talks about a collaboration with the Globe and Mail to recognize the importance of May 25, 2020.
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Posted on: April 26, 2021
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This week, Michael discusses a couple very important court decisions in the news.
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Posted on: April 12, 2021
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This week, Michael discusses the questionable ads in one of his favourite video games.
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Posted on: April 5, 2021
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This week, Michael discusses the movie "Love Story" and the public pressure of living up to society's beauty standards.
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Posted on: March 29, 2021
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This week, Michael talks about his recent vacation and the importance of self-care.
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Posted on: March 22, 2021
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This week, Michael discusses the recent shootings in Atlanta and the rise in anti-Asian discrimination.
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Posted on: March 8, 2021
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This week, Michael discusses the importance of supporting Black and Indigenous voices year round.
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Posted on: February 22, 2021
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This week, Michael discusses another divisive proposal from the Premier of Quebec and the importance of recognizing Black History year-round.
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Posted on: February 16, 2021
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This week, Michael discusses the important contributions made by people of Black Afro-Caribbean heritage that still have an impact on our lives today.
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Posted on: February 8, 2021
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In honour of Black History Month, this week Michael discusses a fantastic new initiative called Black Owned Canada.
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Posted on: February 1, 2021
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This week, Michael discusses a recent report from the Globe and Mail, and the dismal state of pay equity in Canada.
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Posted on: January 25, 2021
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This week, Michael discusses one of his favourite TV shows, RuPaul's Drag Race, and how a subtle change in language can promote inclusivity.
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Posted on: January 18, 2021
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On this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Michael talks about some of the Canadians of Black Afro-Caribbean descent who have made an impact on our lives.
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Posted on: January 11, 2021
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In this Monday Morning Musings, Michael talks about last week's horrific events at the U.S. Capitol and the abysmal response from police.
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Posted on: January 4, 2021
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In this first musing of 2021, Michael discusses the ever-present topic of bullying in the workplace.
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