episodes
Toxic Masculinity in the AB Oil Sands
OMAR MOUALLEM, DYLAN RHYS HOWARD
The Alberta Oil Sands have long been the crown of the Western Canadian province, but what affect has it had on our men?
Join Josiah as he interviews Omar Mouallem and Dylan Rhys Howard, filmmakers of "Digging In The Dirt" – a look at toxic masculinity on the Alberta Oil Sands.
You can watch "Digging in the Dirt" on CBC.ca and the CBC Gem app.
Bonus Release: Alberta’s Black History
DEBORAH DOBBINS
Did you know Alberta had Black settlers? On this special episode of anticulture for Black History Month, Josiah speaks with documentarian Deborah Dobbins about Alberta's Black history, how discrimination is dealt with, and how the frontier of the Canadian prairies has strong Black heritage - despite the racism that still prevails in the Albertan stereotype.
Season 3 - Episode 10 (Finale)
SEBELL, RACHAEL LAMPA, KAEYAE ALO
On the finale of Season 3 of anticulture, we take a deep dive into the ins and outs of the music industry, highlighting three unique guests whose lives have surrounded the cultural phenomenon of the business. From pop musician SEBELL (who comes from the Canadian independent circuit), to Rachael Lampa (a chart-topping Contemporary Christian artist in the early 2000s), to Kaeyae Alo (an up-and-coming R&B phenom who is just breaking into the scene), we'll explore their stories, legacies, and music as Josiah gets to the culture of this world.
Thank you so much for joining me on this season of the show. I'll be back soon!
Season 3 - Episode 9
Daniel Micah Cox
We're back in Paris this week for an episode with Daniel Micah Cox, an Art Director living and working in the city. Daniel has a fascinating background and experience growing up in France that has made him feel like he doesn't have a cultural identity. From an Australian family who moved to France for his mom's work, hear his stories of adapting to a distinct culture and his thoughts on the city of lights – and how it all fits into the story of who he truly is.
Season 3 - Episode 8
Anissa Ferdini
Is Paris really what you think it is? This week, host Josiah Sinanan shares a special episode live from Paris, France with a local as they talk about cultural perceptions, racism, the church, and more. It’s part one of a two-part series on the city of Paris.
Season 3 - Episode 7
Katrina Olson-Mottahed & Rob Mabee
This week, anticulture is taking you into the “culture” that lies behind Calgary’s arts scene with two influencers and culture curators: Katrina Olson-Mottahed and Rob Mabee. Katrina is the director of the Canadian International Fashion Film Festival and also reviews films professionally for Rotten Tomatoes. Rob is an arts curator and was the man behind Calgary’s Art Central and the Axis Contemporary Art Gallery. Now, he does marketing and PR for the likes of Giorgio Armani and UNICEF Canada. Both are on the Special Events committee with Calgary Opera as well, and describe each other as “cultural companions”, choosing to keep their roots in the city of Calgary. Grab a snack or a drink and join us in studio this week as we chat Calgary and have a few laughs!
Season 3 - Episode 6
KELSI WIND, BRIAN mcconnaghy
This week's episode of anticulture shifts away from culture to take a special look at the world of human trafficking.
Though dark and unknown to many, Josiah has uncovered the stories of how this harrowing system works both here in Alberta and also internationally. Listen closely to stories of hope, the ins and outs of the sex trade, and how you can be involved as Josiah speaks with Kelsi Wind, director of The Walk in Calgary and Brian McConaghy, a former forensic specialist in the RCMP who is now the founding director of Ratanak International.
**This episode is not suitable for children under the age of 18 and is not recommended if you are triggered by stories of sexual exploitation and/or abuse.
Season 3 - Episode 5
Zina Oukil, Pedro Mitraud
This week on anticulture, Josiah explores the age old discrepancy that exists in the French world, particularly between France and Quebec. Hear from two incredible guests with insight on culture and identity: Zina: an Algerian in Montreal and Pedro: a Brazilian in Paris.
Do you have an experience that has been painted by the French world? Share your story at josiahpodcast.com/contact
Season 3 - Episode 4
Rheanna Lauren, RABINO
Join host Josiah Sinanan for another exciting episode of anticulture as we talk all things “art” in Alberta this week.
This episode features a rare and insightful update from Rheanna Lauren – an arts curator and entrepreneur who has a passion for Calgary to be in the spotlight. Hear about what got her into the scene, challenges and perceptions she’s faced as a woman of colour, and how race is perceived in Alberta.
We’re also chatting with local musician and producer, Colin Carbonera, or “Rabino”. This up and coming artist, born and bred here in Calgary, offers a lot of insight into the current landscape. Hear Colin’s take on the music industry in Calgary, being Filipino-Canadian, and how his dreams in the music world as they are beginning to unfold.
From both perspectives, we’ll discover how being involved in the arts might just be the key to challenging culture at its very core for our province.
**as a small updated correction – guest Rheanna was not a host of 10@10, but rather once emceed with her dance crew and did videography for the event in the past**
Season 3 - Episode 3
aLY BANDALI, LORI CALTAGIRONE
On this week's special episode of anticulture, Josiah gets a "global update" from two of his friends who are CEOs making a real impact around the world on an international level.
Hear from Aly Bandali, CEO of Operation Eyesight, who, on the tail of a recent international trip, describes the company's mandate to restore vision and empower communities to reclaim their health. His background story, a tale of refugee camps, preventable blindness, and a cold journey to Canada, will have you awestruck at the fate that is at play in his life.
Next, we get a special update from friend of the show, Lori Caltagirone, CEO at Sunesis, who is working on a new global study on workplace demand and talent. Doesn't sound like your cup of tea? Lori's charisma and outlook on life is guaranteed to have you listening intently.
Josiah encourages listeners on this special episode to reach out to those around you that can expand your capacity for conversation, and be inspired to reach for the stars as a result. These are two friends that always leave Josiah feeling inspired, now shared with you.
Season 3 - Episode 2
awak awak, diego hidalgo
Join host Josiah Sinanan in exploring the ins and outs of "multi-level marketing" – particularly the vilified movement that is Amway.
Speaking to two individuals who have had experiences with the organization, we hear their point of view: how the organization drew them in, what they took from it, and why one of them chose to ultimately leave.
If you've ever been stuck in an awkward recruiting conversation, here's your chance to find out what happens next, from the perspective of two men who come from fascinating backgrounds: South Sudan and Venezuela.
Season 3 - Episode 1
KYLE PAYNE, MADISON MCBLAIN, DAVID CLARKE
Join host Josiah Sinanan as he continues his deep dive into the personal experiences and identities of individuals this season, beginning with the stories of those involved with the Christian Church here in Western Canada. Spanning three unique guests for this season's premiere, Josiah covers a wide range of opinion and experience with the religious system that permeates Western society.
First, Josiah talks to the Outreach and Development Pastor at Experience Church, Kyle Payne, followed by intern and aspiring pastor Madison McBlain from "Commons Church", and ending the episode with Veteran and self-proclaimed "Berta Boy", David Clarke, who left the church after his deployment in Afghanistan. Find out their why, their personal stories within the church, and what being a "churchgoer" really means in the season premiere of anticulture.