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Out of Context is a queer Canadian podcast based in northwestern Ontario. Creator and host Caitlin Hartlen tackles the issues facing queer people in modern times, while injecting humour and a bit of education while she's at it!
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A long-awaited topic for Out of Context has finally arrived: drag kings!Richard Rockhard AKA Courtney Stanley is one of the hardest-working drag kings in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Caitlin first got to know him as a fellow performer in the legendary "Get Your Drag On" (GYDO) show at Menz & Mollyz bar in 2016, and he carries on that legacy to this day!In this episode, Caitlin gets the full history of Richard Rockhard the Halifax drag king, but also some insight into how an alter ego...
A long-awaited topic for Out of Context has finally arrived: drag kings!Richard Rockhard AKA Courtney Stanley is one of the hardest-working drag kings in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Caitlin first got to know him as a fellow performer in the legendary "Get Your Drag On" (GYDO) show at Menz & Mollyz bar in 2016, and he carries on that legacy to this day!In this episode, Caitlin gets the full history of Richard Rockhard the Halifax drag king, but also some insight into how an alter ego...
Out of Context returns after a LONG hiatus with a brand new guest, Dene Guillas!Caitlin and Dene met last November during a work engagement. The Indigenous Mentor at Caitlin's day job invited Dene to a day of talks called "Supporting our 2SLGBTQ+ Youth" that featured speakers from various organisations, as well as individuals who shared their lived experiences. After hearing Dene speak, they connected afterwards and both were excited to chat about gender identity for Out of Contex...
Out of Context returns after a LONG hiatus with a brand new guest, Dene Guillas!Caitlin and Dene met last November during a work engagement. The Indigenous Mentor at Caitlin's day job invited Dene to a day of talks called "Supporting our 2SLGBTQ+ Youth" that featured speakers from various organisations, as well as individuals who shared their lived experiences. After hearing Dene speak, they connected afterwards and both were excited to chat about gender identity for Out of Contex...
This episode marks an Out of Context first - Corey Hickson is someone host Caitlin Hartlen didn't know before recording! They were introduced online via Twitter by another Out of Context guest. You may remember him from Episode 3: Found & Chosen Family, Darrin Carr!Corey is a software developer by day, and tabletop roleplaying games (RPGs) designer by nights and weekends! RPGs are a world Caitlin is admittedly not familiar with beyond general common knowledge of games li...
This episode marks an Out of Context first - Corey Hickson is someone host Caitlin Hartlen didn't know before recording! They were introduced online via Twitter by another Out of Context guest. You may remember him from Episode 3: Found & Chosen Family, Darrin Carr!Corey is a software developer by day, and tabletop roleplaying games (RPGs) designer by nights and weekends! RPGs are a world Caitlin is admittedly not familiar with beyond general common knowledge of games li...
Content/trigger warning: residential schools, genocide, abuseIn this continuation of Episode 12, Caitlin probes a bit further into Alicia's thoughts on the news of children's remains being found in hidden burial sites at former residential schools throughout Canada. Alicia shares her frustrations with how the news is being handled by average Canadians, and discusses her feelings about celebrating Canada Day. Education is also a topic of discussion in Part 2, as most Canadians who ...
Content/trigger warning: residential schools, genocide, abuseIn this continuation of Episode 12, Caitlin probes a bit further into Alicia's thoughts on the news of children's remains being found in hidden burial sites at former residential schools throughout Canada. Alicia shares her frustrations with how the news is being handled by average Canadians, and discusses her feelings about celebrating Canada Day. Education is also a topic of discussion in Part 2, as most Canadians who ...
Content/trigger warning: residential schools, genocide, abuseOver the last month, several discoveries of unmarked gravesites on the grounds of former residential schools have been made. Thousands of Indigenous children (and counting) are being found 25 years after the final closure of the last residential school in 1996, confirming what Indigenous people and activists have been saying for many years. These "schools" were institutions of torture, abuse and the systemic attempted ge...
Content/trigger warning: residential schools, genocide, abuseOver the last month, several discoveries of unmarked gravesites on the grounds of former residential schools have been made. Thousands of Indigenous children (and counting) are being found 25 years after the final closure of the last residential school in 1996, confirming what Indigenous people and activists have been saying for many years. These "schools" were institutions of torture, abuse and the systemic attempted ge...
You didn't have to wait too long this time - Kaddie Vaughan is back for Part 2 of Episode 11!In this episode, Caitlin and Kaddie continue their conversation from Part 1 and get into the nitty gritty of a hot topic in recent years during Pride season: pinkwashing. Otherwise known as the commercialisation of Pride and overall commodification of queer people, it's an insidious thing that's crept into formerly corporation-free spaces. Kaddie talks about her experiences with a mostly s...
You didn't have to wait too long this time - Kaddie Vaughan is back for Part 2 of Episode 11!In this episode, Caitlin and Kaddie continue their conversation from Part 1 and get into the nitty gritty of a hot topic in recent years during Pride season: pinkwashing. Otherwise known as the commercialisation of Pride and overall commodification of queer people, it's an insidious thing that's crept into formerly corporation-free spaces. Kaddie talks about her experiences with a mostly s...
After a brief hiatus to await the arrival of, test and set up new equipment for Out of Context, Caitlin is back with a brand new guest, who won't be brand new to your ears if you listen to the radio in Kenora - Kaddie Vaughan!Kaddie and Caitlin met while working in radio, and formed a quick bond over many similarities - not the least of which was being in the minority of small market radio broadcasters embodying the double realities of being women AND queer. They both also have short ha...
After a brief hiatus to await the arrival of, test and set up new equipment for Out of Context, Caitlin is back with a brand new guest, who won't be brand new to your ears if you listen to the radio in Kenora - Kaddie Vaughan!Kaddie and Caitlin met while working in radio, and formed a quick bond over many similarities - not the least of which was being in the minority of small market radio broadcasters embodying the double realities of being women AND queer. They both also have short ha...
Transgender Day of Visibility (or TDOV) occurs every year on March 31st since its inception in the US in 2009. Here in Canada, it's a holiday that gets more recognition with each passing year, and since many events won't be able to be held in person this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Caitlin thought it best to devote an episode to the day! Joining her as a guest is the lovable Sam Busch, a trans guy from BC who's made his home in Fort Frances with his partner Logan (who you m...
Transgender Day of Visibility (or TDOV) occurs every year on March 31st since its inception in the US in 2009. Here in Canada, it's a holiday that gets more recognition with each passing year, and since many events won't be able to be held in person this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Caitlin thought it best to devote an episode to the day! Joining her as a guest is the lovable Sam Busch, a trans guy from BC who's made his home in Fort Frances with his partner Logan (who you m...
February is African Heritage Month in Canada! It's a small chunk of time each year dedicated to taking the time to reflect on Black contributions both past and present, and celebrate all manner of Black achievement. African Nova Scotians have a rich history that continues to be revealed to this day. Caitlin's dear friend Morgan Jessome is a member of the media who incorporates that heritage into some of her work with Eastlink Television, and is a constant inspiration to me.&...
February is African Heritage Month in Canada! It's a small chunk of time each year dedicated to taking the time to reflect on Black contributions both past and present, and celebrate all manner of Black achievement. African Nova Scotians have a rich history that continues to be revealed to this day. Caitlin's dear friend Morgan Jessome is a member of the media who incorporates that heritage into some of her work with Eastlink Television, and is a constant inspiration to me.&...
The COVID-19 pandemic is a topic everyone is weary of hearing about, and even more tired of living through. One thing that has united us all though, is the need to talk about what we're experiencing, and to share knowledge on how we're navigating a whole new way of living and accessing things that once brought us joy.Caitlin checks in with Amanda Mullally, a former dragmate who's made her passion her livelihood in the thrilling and often disappointing world of musical theatre. Thi...
The COVID-19 pandemic is a topic everyone is weary of hearing about, and even more tired of living through. One thing that has united us all though, is the need to talk about what we're experiencing, and to share knowledge on how we're navigating a whole new way of living and accessing things that once brought us joy.Caitlin checks in with Percy Mullally, a former dragmate who's made their passion their livelihood in the thrilling and often disappointing world of musical theatre. ...
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