Black Queer & Trans Excellence

Trey Anthony is a bad-ass Jamaican-British-Canadian, truth-teller, award-winning writer, and wellness expert. She’s the girl to call when you want to turn your inner shame into a success! Trey is known as the “Oprah of Canada,” the first Black woman in Canada to have her own prime-time series on a major network. Trey has appeared on NBC, ABC, CBS, NPR, Fox, CTV, CBC, City TV, and Global Television. She has been featured in Forbes, Huffington Post, Toronto Star, The Toronto Sun, Global Mail, Essence Magazine, and Madame Noire. She is a former writer for OWN, Lionsgate, The Comedy Network, The Women’s Television Network, and Global Television. She is also a contributing writer for Huffington Post and the Toronto Star, Canada’s largest daily newspaper. Her popular new book, Black Girl in Love (with Herself) has been published by Hay House, the largest self-help publisher in North America. Her award-winning play, Da Kink in My Hair, received four NAACP awards including Best New Playwright. Da Kink has broken box office sales records in Canada, England, and the United States. It has grossed millions, been critically acclaimed, and was named one of the top ten plays in Canada’s theatrical history. Trey recently adapted her new play, How Black Mothers Say I Love You, to a film, which was shortlisted at Sundance. Trey’s viral TEDxToronto talk “Coming Out of Your Box” has nearly 13,000 views. Trey is currently a Television Development Producer at CTV Television and Bell Media and is one of the highest-ranking Black women TV executives in Canada. Trey is passionate about diversity, inclusion, and of course wellness, and she is a highly sought-after speaker. She has spoken at Harvard University and NYU and been a guest lecturer and speaker at the University of Massachusetts, the University of Waterloo, McMaster University, and Ryerson University. She has delivered numerous keynotes and workshops to corporations and organizations around the world. She’s the recipient of an Eve Ensler Vagina Warrior Award, which recognizes the contributions of dynamic women in the arts. She also has received a Walk of Fame Star in Brampton for her contribution to the arts. She is a recipient of the Harry Jerome Award for the Arts and was recently named one of the top 100 Black women in Canada to watch! Her popular touring theatrical wellness show, Black Girl in Love (with Herself), is a sold-out event every year. Trey is the Rockstar of Wellness for women! This pocket-size powerhouse is also a solo mom to her newly adopted son Kai, and in her spare time, she enjoys eating cupcakes and crying while watching This Is Us. For more info or to book Trey for your next keynote, conference, or women’s retreat, please go to www.treyanthony.com or follow her on IG @blackgirlinlove. Subscribe to the podcast! And check us out on IG @pridetoronto for episode updates. And Our incredible host, Hollywood Jade is on IG at @hollywoodjade Podcast Artwork Illustration By-  Octavius Zion Duff  @majesty_draws Have a question? Email us office@pridetoronto.com Podcast Transcript is available online at pridetoronto.com/episode12

Dr. Andrew B. Campbell (DR. ABC) is a graduate of the University of Toronto, with a PhD. in Educational Leadership, Policy, and Diversity. He is an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) and has been an educator for over 25 years in Jamaica, The Bahamas, and Canada. He is presently an Academic Coordinator and faculty member in the Master of Teaching (MT) Program at OISE, at the University of Toronto and an adjunct Assistant Professor at Queens University in Professional Master of Education (PME). He has authored two books: “Teachable Moments with DR. ABC: A Spoonful for the Journey (2015)” and “The Invisible Student in the Jamaican Classroom (2018).” He also has a number of publications in journals and book chapters focusing on areas EDI, 2SLGBTQI+ Issues in Education, Racism/Anti- Black Racism, and Educational Leadership. He has presented at numerous conferences and has delivered many presentations as a workshop facilitator, keynote and motivational speaker. He loves people, food, fashion, travelling and bringing the community together for a good meal. Join him as he discusses creating a path towards your dreams and not giving up. The importance of being grateful, humble, and honest about your journey; and conversation and connection within Black communities. Embracing your femininity and allowing yourself to feel joy! Subscribe to the podcast! And check us out on IG @pridetoronto for episode updates. And Our incredible host, Hollywood Jade is on IG at @hollywoodjade Podcast Artwork Illustration By-  Octavius Zion Duff  @majesty_draws Podcast Transcript is available online at pridetoronto.com/episode11 Have a question? Email us office@pridetoronto.com

Aisha Fairclough is a filmmaker, television producer and co-founder of Body Confidence Canada. In this heartfelt conversation, she sits down with Hollywood Jade to discuss the impact she’s made in the industry by bringing Black and Queer narratives to the forefront. They also touch on her advocacy for body acceptance and inclusion as well as the importance of achieving small goals in the right direction. Find Aisha on Instagram @aishafairclough_ and Twitter @AishaFairclough https://www.bodyconfidencecanada.com/ TW: Sexual abuse, fatphobia, homophobia Subscribe to the podcast! And check us out on IG @pridetoronto for episode updates. And Our incredible host, Hollywood Jade is on IG at @hollywoodjade Podcast Artwork Illustration By-  Octavius Zion Duff  @majesty_draws Have a question? Email us office@pridetoronto.com

King is a proud, Black, transgender safe consumption/harm reduction advocate, business owner, and recording artist/songwriter.  In this episode he discusses the challenges of coming out as Trans in the Caribbean community, the importance of chosen family, the ballroom scene, embracing bi-sexuality as well as his harm reduction advocacy.  Listen now on Spotify and Apple Music. Find King on IG @king.https and support his music online at unitedmasters.com/m/KinghttpsFollow our incredible host @hollywoodjadePodcast Artwork Illustration By-  Octavius Zion Duff  @majesty_draws Transcript DownloadDownload

Season Two of the podcast is here and we kick things off with Toronto’s very own Ballroom legend Twysted Miyake Mugler! In this episode Hollywood talks to Twysted about discovering the ballroom scene at a young age, how voguing allowed him to come into his Queerness and how the TKBA brought ballroom to Canada. Find Twysted on IG @mrmapleleafSupport the TKBA @torontokikiballroomalliance Subscribe to the podcast! And check us out on IG @pridetoronto for episode updates.And Our incredible host, Hollywood Jade is on IG at @hollywoodjadePodcast Artwork Illustration By- Octavius Zion Duff @majesty_draws Have a question? Email us office@pridetoronto.com Transcript DownloadDownload

We complete our season with a LIVE recording of the Black Queer and Trans Excellence Podcast during Pride Month in conversation with Phillip Pike! Phillip is the director of “Our Dance of Revolution” a documentary feature on the history and culture of Toronto’s Black Queer and Trans community. This conversation dives into our shared history and stories of resilience and was a beautiful way to wrap up the season. Head to ourdanceofrevolution.com to learn more about the film and where to watch it. Subscribe to the podcast! And check us out on IG @pridetoronto for episode updates.And Our incredible host, Hollywood Jade is on IG at @hollywoodjade  Podcast Artwork Illustration By- Octavius Zion Duff  @majesty_drawsHave a question? Email us office@pridetoronto.com Podcast TranscriptDownload

Based in Toronto, Samantha is the host of SEX SESSIONS (SliceTV), SEXY SEXUAL HEALTH TRIVIA, is the founder of Inner Development Project, and represented by the National Speakers Bureau. She has developed and facilitated workshops, seminars, and training locally, and internationally.  Samantha Bitty is a Sober, Trini, Aries, Sexual health and consent educator, born in Scarborough, On. Check her out on IG @samantha_bitty and visit her website samanthybitty.com  Subscribe to the podcast! And check us out on IG @pridetoronto for episode updates. And Our incredible host, Hollywood Jade is on IG at @hollywoodjade  Podcast Artwork Illustration By- Octavius Zion Duff  @majesty_draws Podcast Episode Transcription Available online at pridetoronto.com/episode6 Have a question? Email us office@pridetoronto.com

TW: This episode mentions Police violence, Trans violence and physical abuse against Women. Moka Dawkins, a Black Trans freedom fighter in Toronto, sits down with Hollywood jade to share her journey as a Black trans woman who has had multiple violent encounters with the police and navigating the legal system. Moka is a resilient advocate for the Trans community, currently launching her own non-profit production company to uplift 2SLGBTQ+ artists and activists and stars in the documentary “Surviving the Block”. Subscribe to the podcast! And check us out on IG @pridetoronto for episode updates. And Our incredible host, Hollywood Jade is on IG at @hollywoodjade  Podcast Artwork Illustration By- Octavius Zion Duff  @majesty_draws Podcast Episode Transcription Available online at pridetoronto.com/episode5 Have a question? Email us office@pridetoronto.com

Pride Toronto’s newest Executive Director, Sherwin Modeste, shares his journey from being a young boy from a small village in Grenada to a champion of Black gay rights in Canada. Sherwin and Hollywood discuss the resilience of the Black community and honor those who have paved the way. “We are no longer opening the doors for the guests to come in, the doors are being opened for us”. Subscribe to the podcast! And check us out on IG @pridetoronto for episode updates.And Our incredible host, Hollywood Jade is on IG at @hollywoodjade Podcast Artwork Illustration By- Octavius Zion Duff  @majesty_draws Podcast Episode Transcription Available online at pridetoronto.com/episode4 Have a question? Email us office@pridetoronto.com

Syrus is a Vanier scholar, visual artist, activist, curator,  educator and a key member of Black Lives Matter Toronto. In this candid and profound conversation Hollywood and Syrus sit down and discuss Canada’s history of Trans violence,  activism in Toronto and the importance of centring Black Trans voices in the movement.  Subscribe to the podcast! And check us out on IG @pridetoronto for episode updates. Syrus Marcus Ware can be found on IG at @syrusmarcus and on his website syrusmarcusware.comAnd our incredible host, Hollywood Jade is on IG at @hollywoodjade  Podcast Artwork Illustration By- Octavius Zion Duff  @majesty_draws Podcast Episode Transcription Available online at pridetoronto.com/episode3  Episode Content Links Available online atpridetoronto.com/episode3links Have a question? Email us office@pridetoronto.com 

In this episode, Hollywood sits down with none other than Sandy Duperval. Sandy shares her shocking story of vulnerability and resilience, and how she began her career as a vocal artist and DJ. Subscribe to the podcast! And check us out on IG @pridetoronto for episode updates. Sandy Duperval can be found on IG at @sandyduperval or online at sandyduperval.com And Our incredible host, Hollywood Jade is on IG at @hollywoodjade  Podcast Artwork Illustration By-  Octavius Zion Duff  @majesty_draws Podcast Episode Transcription Available online at pridetoronto.com/episode2 Have a question? Email us office@pridetoronto.com

In our inaugural episode, Hollywood sits down with the legendary Tynomi Banks. With over a decade of experience, Tynomi Banks is a world-class Drag Entertainer. Recognized best for her full production performances, Banks dominates a stage while radiating a powerful, but playful energy. You may recognize her from Canada’s Drag Race, but here in Toronto, she will always be known as one of our iconic Queens who paved the way for so many of our local performers. Subscribe to the podcast! And check us out on IG @pridetoronto for episode updates. Tynomi Banks can be found on IG at @tynomibanks Our incredible host, Hollywood Jade is on IG at @hollywoodjade  Podcast Artwork Illustration By-  Octavius Zion Duff  @majesty_draws Podcast Episode Transcription Available online at pridetoronto.com/episode1 Have a question? Email us office@pridetoronto.com