Today we're joined by Lisa Zhu, a member of Fair Trade Edmonton to learn how holidays, chocolate, speaking to strangers all can help create a more ethical global community. On this episode, we find out about how to conduct a successful giveaway, what "Fair Trade" actually means and to put people in the best position to be successful. 

Changing The Narrative

Free Chocolate?

Today, host Terrence Taylor is joined by Andy Tran, Shwetha Sivakumar and Spandhana Gade, founders and team members of TO-Hacks, an organization who uses innovation competitions to connect youth entrepreneurs, leaders and innovators with the top industry professionals in rising fields of new technologies. On this episode, we find out what a hack-a-thon is, how to properly serve your target audience and the benefits creating products to solve problems we face in our personal life experiences.

Hacking the System

Today, host Terrence Taylor is joined by Rising Youth Alumni Kate MacDonald, who worked with community youth to feed people on the street, Jade Paris, who organized a wellness networking event for women students and single mothers and Kieran Calder, who used the success of his girlfriend's program the year before, to take Christmas care packages to the next level! They discuss the ways personal experiences can impact your career path, finding the right "fit" as you build your team and more!

How To Care for Others

Today, host Terrence Taylor is joined by Rising Youth Alumni Joseph Spencer, who helped build accessible picnic tables in Halifax, Hannah Jackson, author of Pics 2 Passion, a book written to support people suffering from mental health issues, and Sohaib Malik, who developed a safe space to support Muslim youth and their mental health issues. They discuss the benefits of working directly with community, how to access additional funding and how confidence and validation are a major key to youth success.

Accessibility & Mental Health Supports

Today, host Terrence Taylor is joined by Rising Youth Alumni Jared Demsey, who created an artist showcase, Aseel Mohammed, author of We Are All One, a book written to celebrate the diverse cultures in Halifax, and Josh Creighton, who painted a street mural to celebrate his community. They discuss the challenges of being white working with black creatives, the red tape of government and why representation matters!

Creating Economic Opportunities & Bringing Awareness to Community Issues

Welcome back after TWO weeks away to share with you some BIG news! This week we talk about what happened the last couple weeks and answered the question, "What is the a future of the CTN Podcast?". We also talk about the North Preston documentary, When They See Us, the StartUp YHZ Podcast Panel, #KeepinItReal conference, the North End Startup & Training (NEST) program, trips to the UK and we share with you an almost 9 month long secret...

To Be Continued... | 072

This week Terrence and Jess catch you up on all things CTN, Halifax and life. We recap this weekends REMIX Project, Terrence's Nipsey Hussle tattoo, Kawai Leonard, trips to London and how to guide your team when you're out of town. We also preview new developments from CTN, studio space, format changing, guests vs. hosts and more. 

Changing It Up | 071

 This week we welcome Joel Muise is to talk about the launch of his new app, Tranquility Online. Tranquility is a platform that provides coaching and resources to those suffering from depression and anxiety. We also talk about the difference between anxiety and stress, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, the masculine script, de-stigmatizing mental health, safety behaviours, Automatic Negative Thoughts, men singing, implementing life systems, healing, building a team and much more! 

Tranquility & Mental Health ft. Joel Muise | 070

Today we put an end to the mystery and rumours going on behind the scenes at CTN. We address downsizing the team, identifying 4 narratives of focus, format, expansion and more. We also salute Shaq Smith, send love to John Singleton, not writing autobiographies at 25 and we tease a BIG surprise!

The Elephant in the Room

What better way to celebrate episode 69 than welcoming the hosts of the Turn Me On Podcast, Jeremie Saunders & Bryde MacLean. We talk polyamorous relationships, acting school, building a successful podcast, Patreon, communication, creating art for money, SHOULD you monetize your podcast and much, much more!

Hey You, Turn Me On! ft. Jeremie Saunders & Bryde MacLean | 069

This week we welcome back Jesse Ingalls. Jesse is a sneaker photographer, who's an artist reluctant to call himself such. Huh? He's also a friend of the show, returning to talk about his new workwear clothing line, Uniforme. We learn why he started Uniforme, the 3-year process of launching, the importance of relationships, what the word 'Maritime' actually means, the REMIX project, funny business at Music Nova Scotia, facilitating Nike workshops and why a local made hoodie costs $224.18.

Uniforme ft. Jesse Ingalls | 068

This week we honour the life of Nipsey Hussle, after his tragic murder on March 31, 2019. Nipsey was not just a rapper, but a business owner, a community leader, a father, a husband and a motivation to anyone who listened to his music or followed his growth from gang member to TRULY making a difference in his community and around the world. We reminisce on his music, life being a marathon and what we can do to continue his legacy.

The Marathon Continues: A Tribute to Nipsey Hussle | 067

This week we welcome a long time friend and former SMU teammate Jeremy McAvoy to share his stories about growth and evolution beyond his basketball career. Jeremy talks about his transition from basketball to firefighting, what it's like filming the AUS tournament after playing in it, founding a company with Alfred Burgesson and walking away from that company, the power of dogs, procrastination, where is his favourite travel destination is, the similarities and difference in shooting photography and film and the most shoutouts in CTN history!

When Life Comes Full Circle ft. Jeremy McAvoy | 066

What does the future look like for student athletes? Welcome Shaquille Smith to discuss the launch of his non-profit, The Futures Program. Join Terrence as we discuss the negative side of student athlete life, Lindell Wiggington, how to network BEFORE you graduate, the stigma of North Preston athletes, developing curriculum, identifying your goals from sport, the shame of skipping practice to go to class, sacrifice and WHY he helped build a brand new basketball court in his community. 

The Future of Student Athletes ft. Shaquille Smith | 065

This week we welcome marketing expert Christy Wentzell Johnson to chat about what you need to create a strong personal brand. From the importance of being memorable and confident to how-to shape your life, her first experience with CTN, not talking about politics, figuring out who we are and influencer marketing, plus 2 of Terrence's most embarrassing life stories and advice to artists to monetize their art.  

The Shape of Your Life ft. Christy Wentzell Johnson | 064

A podcast born out of an all too familiar frustration; navigating life as an aspiring creative entrepreneur. How do you pay the bills? How do you grow? How did you maneuver through your city? Listen as Duane Jones, Terrence Taylor and Lauren Sears give you an uncensored look at their journey. Changing the Narrative shines a light on life as a creative and provides an open forum for conversation about various topics through their eyes.

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