Black Van Club - On The Mic

Welcome to "Black Van Club - On The Mic," the podcast that shines a spotlight on the vibrant Black events, talent, and culture in Vancouver, Canada. Join us as we delve into the heart of the city's thriving Black community, uncovering the events, stories, achievements, and unique perspectives that make this culture so rich and diverse. Tune in to get inspired, informed, and connected with the pulse of Black Vancouverites. Join the conversation and celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Black culture right here, in the heart of one of Canada's most dynamic cities.

Black Van Club - On The Mic is a news podcast hosted by Black Van Club, with 7 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Black Van Club hosts Black Van Club - On The Mic, a news show with 7 episodes published.

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  Episode #7

  Missy D

  May 5, 20251h 5mS1

  <p>Missy D, a bilingual MC and rapper, shares her journey across Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Côte d’Ivoire, and Canada, shaped by a rich blend of musical influences. She highlights her latest project, “La Poursuite”, which explores themes of self-belief and overcoming adversity. Missy D also reflects on her Juno Fest performance and the vibrant local music scene. She speaks on the importance of community support and addresses the impact of the Lapu Lapu Festival tragedy in Vancouver, emphasizing the need for the BIPOC community to stand in solidarity with the Filipino community. Looking ahead, she’s planning tours, new visuals...

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  Episode #6

  Fanny Kearse

  Mar 17, 202547 minS1

  <p>March is recognized as <b>Developmental Disabilities Awareness month. </b>In this episode of Black Van Club - On The Mic, we sit down with the talented poet, multidisciplinary artist, and community tender, Fanny Kearse. Fanny shares insights into their creative journey and their collaboration on “Glimmers”, a powerful docu-series and upcoming live event that explores the healing power of poetry, art, colour, and community. As a Black, queer, Jewish, disabled individual, Fanny’s work emphasizes themes of grief, joy, self-reclamation, and healing, and they discuss the importance of accessibility in creative spaces.</p><p>Join us as we dive i...

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  Episode #5

  Lorin Sookool

  Mar 5, 202532 minS1

  <p>In this episode of Black Van Club - On The Mic, we sit down with South African contemporary artist and dancer Lorin Sookool to explore her journey, her powerful work “Woza  Wenties,” and the importance of decolonization in dance. Lorin shares how her upbringing in Durban, South Africa, shaped her artistic voice, and how she challenges traditional dance forms by centering her own story and rejecting colonial expectations of movement.</p><p>She unpacks the complexities of racial identity in South Africa, the impact of apartheid on perceptions of Black and Coloured communities, and the need for young dancers to em...

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  Episode #4

  Ahsia

  Oct 24, 202431 minS1

  <p>What if one song could capture the essence of resilience, community, and empowerment? Join us for an inspiring conversation with the extraordinary Ahsia, a gifted singer, songwriter, producer, educator, and poet. With Nigerian and Congolese roots, Ahsia’s journey from her early days in Philadelphia and upbringing in Vancouver paints a vivid picture of dedication and musical passion. She opens up about her formative musical influences, and the rich musical landscape that has molded her unique style of R&B, soul, jazz, afrobeat, and poetry rap. In our conversation she reflects on her evolution as an artist, including a ca...

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  Episode #3

  Omari Newton

  Mar 26, 202430 minS1

  <p><br/>In this episode of Black Van Club, we welcome Omari Newton, a luminary in Vancouver's arts scene and Head of the Acting Department at Vancouver Film School. Known for his work from Marvel's Black Panther to directing "Red Velvet," Omari discusses his artistic path, emphasizing Black culture and identity. He highlights the importance of representation in the arts and his influence on Black cultural narratives in Canada.<br/><br/><br/>0:00-0:36: Introduction of Omari Newton, covering his diverse career from voice acting for Marvel's Black Panther to his directorial work and his position at the Vancouver Film School.<...

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