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Come behind the scenes at the Canadian Museum of History with award-winning novelist Kim Thúy. Hear about meaningful events and remarkable people in Canadian history, culture, and society from museum experts and the people who experienced them. What can objects and stories from the past tell us about who we are today? How will current events be remembered in the future? History is found in the voi... more

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This is a Blackfoot language translation of an episode of Artifactuality from our first season. Western research has long offered theories about Indigenous lands, peoples and histories. Its colonial biases have often diminished and denied the traditi... more

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In 1996, Donovan Bailey became both the world champion and the Olympic gold medallist in the 100-metre race. He became an enduring Canadian sports hero. In this final episode of season 2, Kim Thúy talks with Bailey in front of a live studio audience.... more

Charlotte Nolin is a Two-Spirit Métis elder who overcame violence and prejudice to become a leader, uplifting and making space for Indigenous 2SLGBTQQIA+ people. Before North America was colonized, many Indigenous peoples recognized a range of gender... more

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Chances are your favourite TV show as a kid was made in Canada. Nostalgic shows from the 1980s — Polka Dot Door, Fraggle Rock and Today’s Special — reflect a distinctly Canadian approach that was replicated around the world. Canadian shows offered ki... more

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When workers began digging beneath Ottawa’s streets to build a new transit line, they discovered a forgotten 19th century cemetery. History Museum curator Janet Young was called in to help identify the early settlers buried there. Find out how she in... more

In 2022, a popular uprising in Iran was inspired by the death of Kurdish young woman Mahsa Jina Amini at the hands of the so-called “morality police.” Tens of thousands of Canadians took to the streets in solidarity with Iranian women’s rights and th... more

Figure skater Elizabeth Manley was mercilessly criticized and fat-shamed in the lead-up to the 1988 Winter Olympic Games. She nonetheless persevered and triumphed, winning a silver medal and proving her critics wrong. Hear how she fought back and wha... more

In the ‘80s and ‘90s, Dale King was English Montréal’s most in-demand aerobics instructor. She did this by breaking from the Jane Fonda approach and bringing Black culture, music and dance to the fitness scene. Her surprising advertisements are part ... more

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Charlotte Nolin
Two-Spirit Métis elder
Episode: Charlotte Nolin’s Portrait: Representing Two-Spirit Stories
JD Hawk
Nationally recognized Red River Métis artist
Episode: Charlotte Nolin’s Portrait: Representing Two-Spirit Stories
Christine McCorkle
Curator of Indigenous art at the Canadian Museum of History
Canadian Museum of History
Episode: Charlotte Nolin’s Portrait: Representing Two-Spirit Stories
Nerene Virgin
An actress known for her role as Jodie on Today's Special, advocating for representation of Black individuals in children's television.
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Episode: How Canadian Children’s TV Punches Above its Weight
Ariane Young
A content creator and lifelong fan of Today's Special who reflects on the influence of Nerene Virgin.
Episode: How Canadian Children’s TV Punches Above its Weight
Dr. Janet Young
An expert in the study of human remains and creator of physical anthropology at the Canadian Museum of History.
Canadian Museum of History
Episode: Forgotten Cemetery: Burial and Rediscovery in Downtown Ottawa
Saeedi Nikhtab Etatty
Curator of Diasporas and Transnational Communities at the Canadian Museum of History
Canadian Museum of History
Episode: Woman, Life, Freedom: Canadian Protests and the Uprising in Iran
Saffoni Neshaburi
Assistant Professor in the Gender and Sexuality Studies Program at the University of Calgary
University of Calgary
Episode: Woman, Life, Freedom: Canadian Protests and the Uprising in Iran
Elizabeth Manley
A two-time Canadian Olympian and silver medalist in figure skating at the 1988 Olympics.
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Episode: Elizabeth Manley Is Not Apologizing: Body Image and Mental Health in Sports

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Kim Thúy
Acclaimed novelist and host engaged in narrating the profound stories shared with the Canadian Museum of History.

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Elizabeth Manley Is Not Apologizing: Body Image and Mental Health in Sports
Q: How do you incorporate mental health into your training?
I will take five, if need be 10, if need be 15 minutes and I will talk with them before we even start anything because I want them to feel in a safe place with me.
Elizabeth Manley Is Not Apologizing: Body Image and Mental Health in Sports
Q: What do you think of the way these athletes, Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka and Michael Phelps, to name a few, have been treated by the media and sport fans?
I'm very proud of them. I'm so grateful that we're seeing more athletes have the guts to come out and say, this is what I'm going through and I need to take a step back.
Stanley Hunt's Residential School Monument: Bringing Their Spirits Home
Q: What do you hope people will take away from this monument?
Stanley hopes it will help expose the truth and encourage open conversations about the history and experiences surrounding residential schools.
Stanley Hunt's Residential School Monument: Bringing Their Spirits Home
Q: What was it like seeing residential school survivors engage with the monument?
Stanley describes it as incredible, noting that many people felt moved to touch the monument and share their untold stories about their experiences in residential schools.
Charlotte Nolin’s Portrait: Representing Two-Spirit Stories
Q: What is it like to be a Two-Spirit in the METI community today?
I think I'm opening doors. I'm educating our young people that it's okay to be two SLGBTQQIA.

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This series features compelling narratives that highlight the diverse experiences and histories that have shaped Canada. Each episode is crafted around personal stories, focusing on themes like Indigenous identity, the evolving culture around sports, the impact of media on societal values, and the intersection of arts and community. Notably, the podcast brings together voices from various backgrounds, including Indigenous elders, artists, athletes, and historians, creating a rich tapestry that combines cultural preservation with contemporary relevance. Through these stories, the series is likely to encourage listeners to reflect on the significance of history in their lives and foster a greater understanding of the intricacies of Canadian i... more

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