This week on the Mosaic, the team gets together to analyze data and reporting that suggests fewer young men are enrolling in colleges and universities. Cal Spellman, Ellen Maertens, Lauren Roulston and Mosaic host Belinda go back and forth over political gender divides, modern criticisms of post-secondary education institutions, and how young men are socialized to shed some light on these numbers. (Photo by Nathan Dumlao/UNSPLASH)
In this episode of the Mosaic, Cal Spellman speaks with uOttawa professor Errol Mendes about some recent changes in Canadian politics. We hear all about Chrystia Freeland's decision to resign and what's in store for her afterwards in Ukraine.
Today we're diving into the world of Labubus, the viral craze lighting up social media feeds. What does it mean when trends explode overnight, only to fade just as quickly? To unpack the phenomenon, we spoke with Mariam Humayun, Associate Professor of Marketing at the Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa, who sheds light on the role of algorithms in shaping what we talk about, how we dress, and even how we shop.Alongside expert insights, the episode also features voices from everyday people caught up in the Labubus buzz, drawing playful comparisons to past fads like Beanie Babies. Together, they explore what Labubus says about the speed of digital culture today and what it might reveal about the future of trends.
Belinda hosts this week of The Mosaic, where we check back in with Black People United for Change, a new and growing initiative aimed at improving the welfare of Black Canadians. Since we last spoke, they gained enough signatures on their petition to have their calls read aloud in the House of Commons by Gord Johns on Sept. 18. They'll also be hosting a demonstration on Parliament Hill on that date from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., and they're back to tell us all about what's in store for next week. As a non-profit, they're running a GoFundMe to help cover the costs of organizing the demonstration and they encourage the community to join them in advocative for systemic and legislative change.
In today's episode of The Mosaic, we hear from Black People United for Change CEO Vanessa St Louis and Emma Ansah, initiative member and journalist for the African Diaspora news channel. They fill us in on a recent petition they launched that aims to specifically strengthen protections for Black Canadians from harassment, discrimination and hate crimes. You can find the petition and more information here.
For teachers and educational staff across Canada, violence and harassment from students has become the norm. Kicking, punching, and throwing things at teachers has almost become expected. Dr. Chris Bruckert has co-led a new report called Running on Fumes: Violence, Austerity, and Institutional Neglect in Ontario Schools. The report surveys thousands of education workers in the province and the findings suggest that violence is on the rise in Ontario schools. Here to explain why, Dr. Bruckert joins us on the Mosaic.
In this episode of the Mosaic, we speak with uOttawa professor Dr. Elizabeth Dubois about her new report outlining the impact of social media influencers on elections. She explains how influencers are filling roles traditionally allocated to journalists, data brokers and lobbyists. Then, we introduce a brand new podcast on CHUO 89.1 FM. The Kardinas: Navigating Community, Consciousness and Balance is a five-part series hosted by Karine Coen-Sanchez and Dina Idriss-Wheeler. Stay tuned to hear all about this thought-provoking new podcast from CHUO's studios!
In this episode of the Mosaic, we discuss top voting concerns heading into the 2025 Canadian election. Jeffrey Lubanzadio hosts the show and breaks down each of the political parties that will appear on your ballot. Then, we expand on the finale of the Outaouais Film Festival, a staple celebration of Francophone culture taking place in Gatineau.
Today on The Mosaic, we walk you through Ontario's nursing shortage. CHUO's Marcela Gonzalez discusses this matter with the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) CEO Doris Grinspun.Then, Arya Gunde provides analysis on propaganda in today's world. And finally, we discuss the recent arrests by the Ottawa Police Services targeting Pro-Palestinian protestors. Clips in this segment come from our personal archives as well as the Ottawa Palestinian Youth Movement's social media.
In today's episode of the Mosaic, Ottawa city councillor Ariel Troster speaks with us about the provincial government's proposed Bill 212. She explains the benefits of bike lanes in the city, including for environment and health purposes, as well as the movement to oppose this bill and protect Ottawa's bike lanes. This conversation comes on the heels of the day of remembrance for road traffic victims (Nov. 17, 2024).Then, CHUO's Christelle Dorvil speaks with Ottawa influencer Chantsy about body positivity online and the significance of a diverse representation of body types on social media.
Following Remembrance Day in Canada, we reflect on some of the conversations we've taken part of about war. We start up with an interview from documentarian Viveka Melki about her film The Fence (2020), where she shares her experience interviewing Canadian veterans who experienced Japanese prison camps in WWII. Then, CHUO's Arya Gunde talks anti-nuclear advocacy with Ban the Bomb Ottawa member Rory Lewis.
This week the Mosaic focuses on a universal topic: death. First, Marcela Gonzales walks us through the Day of the Dead and covers celebrations in the Ottawa-Gatineau area. Then, Arya Gunde explores the controversial act of Medical Assistance in Death (MAiD) for people whose death is not foreseeable. With guests Krista Carr (Inclusion Canada) and Doctor James Downar (uOttawa).
In this episode of the Mosaic, we conclude a three-part series of interviews with Freedom Speakers International (FSI), an organization based in South Korea that teaches English and public speaking to North Korean defectors. Today, you'll hear from Dongjae Kim who lived in the country's capital Pyongyang. He discusses the elitist structures around the government and educational institutions. Dongjae speaks about famine, modern-day slavery, and his story of escape.
The Mosaic continues with its series of conversations on North Korean defectors. Last week, we spoke with Freedom Speakers International (FSI) co-founders about the significance of teaching English and public speaking to the defectors. Now, we're speaking with two North Korean refugees, Myeonghee Kim and Nayoung Lee about their stories.We discuss life under the regime, a famine that killed hundreds of thousands, the culture of fear in North Korea, and how they escaped.
This episode of the Mosaic marks part 1 in a 3 part series featuring interviews with Freedom Speakers International (FSI), an organization based in South Korea that helps North Korean defectors by teaching them English. Some of them go on to do public speaking to advocate against the humanitarian issues in North Korea. In this episode, CHUO's Lauren Roulston and Arya Gunde speak with FSI's co-founders Eunkoo Lee and Casey Lartigue Jr. about their work and the importance of telling these refugees' stories.
The Mosaic returns for a new season with a breakdown of this year's Panda game. Marcela Gonzalez walks us through the annual football tradition and how uOttawa kept it's winning-streak going. Then, Arya Gunde dives into the study of mycology with extensive interviews and research.