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Feature Friday

By: ANS Lab | BNV Media
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  • ANS Lab's Feature Friday is now a podcast! The goal of our long-standing Feature Friday initiative has always been to give you a platform to share your experiences, expertise, and passions. This platform hosts holistic conversations promoting stellar ANS community members and true allies, placing a focus on the fantastic work being done in the community to help close the employment gap for Blacks and ANS between the ages of 18-35. We inspire our audience by exploring your personal stories, what drives you, and your accomplishments. This year's 12 podcast episodes, which come out the last Friday of every month, are hosted by Aaliyah Arab-Smith and Trevor Silver and are sponsored and supported by ShiftKey Labs, with giveaways of two $50.00 e-gift cards for every episode. There will also be the opportunity to win gift cards from local Black businesses. You can find the podcast on all podcast platforms as well as YouTube! Follow ANS Lab on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anslab/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ansyouthlab/?fref=tag Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ans-social-innovation-youth-lab-909b961b3/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ansyouthlab/featured Follow One North End on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/one_north_end/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneNorthEnd Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/onenorthend/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OneNorthEnd
    ANS Labs 2024
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Episodes
  • Episode 5: "Stand in Your Truth" with Guyleigh Johnson

    Episode 5: "Stand in Your Truth" with Guyleigh Johnson
    May 31 2024

    Our guest for this month's Feature Friday is Guyleigh Johnson! Guyleigh Johnson is an Author, Artist, Advocate, Facilitator and Filmmaker from the vibrant community of Dartmouth North. Carrying the essence of her roots, she stands at the forefront of social change using her art and voice to amplify.

    A hard-working, solution-oriented professional with 10+ years of experience and knowledge in community engagement, arts facilitation and project management using a client-centred framework. She has a passion for collaboration and community development implemented through an Afrocentric lens of collective care, responsibility and value. With strong communication and relationship building skills she has been facilitating workshops over the last ten years within organizations, schools and businesses for youth ranging from age ten to thirty.

    Partnering with many organizations locally and nationally to develop and design programs, initiatives and workshops. As an artist and advocate many of the workshops/programs are centred around exploring the power of storytelling from a personal perspective geared towards inner healing and creating space for self. She is very intentional in curating spaces where people can feel seen and supported.

    We were delighted to host the talented Guyleigh Johnson for our Feature Friday this month!

    Show notes:

    00:00 - Introduction to Guyleigh

    1:55 - Guyleigh’s passion for community

    4:15 - What inspired Guyleigh to become a writer

    13:05 - Guyleigh’s writing process

    20:10 - Guyleigh’s advice for facilitating

    22:45 - How Guyleigh translates her skills from reading and writing into everyday life

    24:15 - Revisiting Guyleigh’s books

    31:10 - What does Guyleigh define as art?

    33:00 - How does Guyleigh build her skillset?

    39:50 - Turning failures into successes

    43:40 - Who are Guyleigh’s mentors?

    46:35 - What keeps Guyleigh grounded?

    49:55 - How Guyleigh translates her work into film

    54:10 - Cultivating your talent when growing up

    56:45 - Discovering the power of intention

    58:20 - What’s new in Guyleigh’s life

    59:25 - Advice from Guyleigh

    1:02:55 - One Word Check-out!

    Follow ANS Lab on:

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/anslab/

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/ansyouthlab/?fref=tag

    Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/ans-social-innovation-youth-lab-909b961b3/

    Follow One North End on:

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/one_north_end/

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/OneNorthEnd

    Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/onenorthend/
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Episode 4: "My Superpower is my Vulnerability" with Gary Beals

    Episode 4: "My Superpower is my Vulnerability" with Gary Beals
    Apr 26 2024
    Our guest for this month's Feature Friday is Gary Beals!

    Gary Beals is a Juno nominated artist celebrated for his soulful voice and captivating performances. Born and raised in Cherry Brook, Nova Scotia, Gary's journey in music began at a young age, singing in local church choirs and talent competitions. His breakthrough came on the inaugural season of "Canadian Idol" in 2003, where his magnetic voice propelled him into the spotlight, establishing him as one of the show's standout contestants, securing a notable second place finish. Following that success, he released his self-titled debut album in 2004, solidifying his reputation in R&B and soul music. A career spanning 20+ years, Gary has consistently enchanted audiences with dynamic performances and heartfelt music, releasing four studio albums that reflect his personal and artistic evolution. His commitment to his craft is evident throughout. Recognized for his contributions to Canadian music, he has received numerous awards and honours, including the Premier of his home Province declaring November 22, 2003, as "Gary Beals Day". Gary's journey is a testament to his passion, perseverance, dedication, and his unwavering authenticity. With his soulful voice, timeless music, and undeniable talent, he continues to inspire and empower audiences worldwide, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of music lovers everywhere.

    We are grateful to have had the opportunity to host the empowering Gary Beals for our Feature Friday this month!

    00:00 - Introduction

    3:00 - Gary’s journey into music 6:20 - What inspires Gary’s music 12:05 - What was Gary’s experience like on Canadian Idol 17:35 - The importance of support 24:50 - Gary’s musical creation process 31:55 - Finding strength through perseverance 37:20 - Gary’s role models

    48:40 - Current projects Gary is working on

    39:50 - Gary’s journey to embracing his true self

    51:40 - One Word Checkout! Follow ANS Lab on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/anslab/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ansyouthlab/?fref=tag Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/ans-social-innovation-youth-lab-909b961b3/ Follow One North End on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/one_north_end/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/OneNorthEnd Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/onenorthend/
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    56 mins
  • Episode 3: "Create Once, Distribute Forever" with Ross Simmonds

    Episode 3: "Create Once, Distribute Forever" with Ross Simmonds
    Mar 29 2024

    Our guest for this month’s Feature Friday is Ross Simmonds!

    Born and raised in Preston, Ross Simmonds is the founder & CEO of Foundation, a global marketing agency that provides services to organizations all over the world ranging from some of the fastest-growing startups to global SaaS brands.

    Ross was named one of Atlantic Canada's Top 50 CEOs and one of the top marketers in the world by BuzzSumo and SEMRush. Ross is also a well sought out public speaker, an angel investor, and the author of multiple books.

    It was a pleasure hosting the influential Ross Simmonds for our Feature Friday this month!

    Show notes:

    00:00 - Introducing Ross Simmonds

    7:30 - How Ross was able to leverage his knowledge in the marketing world to find success

    13:40 - Recognizing potential in yourself

    17:45 - Challenges that Ross has faced along his path to success

    28:40 - How to network with confidence

    31:45 - Create more than you consume | Using social media consciously

    38:40 - Finding and being a healthy role model

    1:05:00 - The importance of reciprocal relationships

    1:30:00 - Managing your time properly

    1:45:00 - Harnessing the fear of failure and judgment

    Follow ANS Lab on:

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/anslab/

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/ansyouthlab/?fref=tag

    Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/ans-social-innovation-youth-lab-909b961b3/

    Follow One North End on:

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/one_north_end/

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/OneNorthEnd

    Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/onenorthend/
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    1 hr and 58 mins
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