Tidal System discusses their experience with Dissociative Identity Disorder

Amanda is a family survivor of homicide and sexual assault. She’s pushed through unimaginable pain and trauma, toward healing, justice, and self-empowerment, helping others along the way.

This week, Wendy Graves joins the podcast to discuss autism, a much requested topic. This is Episode 53 (S3 E12) of A Social Justice Podcast, hosted by Nicola Spurling. CONTENT WARNING:Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast touch on sensitive social issues, which may be triggering for some people. Viewer/listener discretion is advised. LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT:Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast are recorded and edited on the traditional and unceded territories of the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie), and Qayqayt Nations. WEBSITE:nicolaspurling.me/a-social-justice-podcast A SOCIAL JUSTICE PODCAST:linktr.ee/asocialjusticepodcast PRESENTING SPONSOR:NES Design & Construction nes-design-construction.ca NICOLA SPURLING:linktr.ee/nicespurling

Aphrodite Janeway rejoins the podcast to discuss the intersections of disability and capitalism, from the perspective of a communist-leaning transgender sex worker.

Travers, a Professor of Sociology at Simon Fraser University, joins the podcast to discuss Trans Kids.

Vee Greer has been diagnosed with audio processing disorder (APD) and hearing loss.

This week, Dee McWatters joins the podcast to discuss Advocacy Canada's mission to advance human rights, particularly as that relates to EDI work and trans inclusion in sports. This is Episode 49 (S3 E8) of A Social Justice Podcast, hosted by Nicola Spurling. CONTENT WARNING: Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast touch on sensitive social issues, which may be triggering for some people. Viewer/listener discretion is advised. LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT: Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast are recorded and edited on the traditional and unceded territories of the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie), and Qayqayt Nations. WEBSITE: nicolaspurling.me/a-social-justice-podcast A SOCIAL JUSTICE PODCAST: https://linktr.ee/asocialjusticepodcast NICOLA SPURLING: linktr.ee/nicespurling

This week, Celeste Trianon joins the podcast to discuss trans rights in Canada.From the notwithstanding clause, to legal name changes, to threats South of the border and more. Learn how you can help uphold human rights. This is Episode 48 (S3 E7) of A Social Justice Podcast, hosted by Nicola Spurling. CONTENT WARNING: Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast touch on sensitive social issues, which may be triggering for some people. Viewer/listener discretion is advised. LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT: Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast are recorded and edited on the traditional and unceded territories of the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie), and Qayqayt Nations. WEBSITE: nicolaspurling.me/a-social-justice-podcast A SOCIAL JUSTICE PODCAST: https://linktr.ee/asocialjusticepodcast NICOLA SPURLING: linktr.ee/nicespurling

This week Nicola Spurling, a transgender Canadian politician speaks with Ashley Shade, a transgender politician from the USA. We discuss trans rights, DEI, guns, climate change, Donald Trump’s threats to tariff & annex Canada, billionaire influence, and more. It’s an episode you don’t want to miss!

This week we speak with Jessie Anderson, the founder and owner of Big Bro's Barbershop, an oasis for gender diverse people in Vancouver. Find out what a good haircut means to gender diverse people and what it's like to navigate the business world as a trans person. This is Episode 46 (S3 E5) of A Social Justice Podcast, hosted by Nicola Spurling. CONTENT WARNING: Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast touch on sensitive social issues, which may be triggering for some people. Viewer/listener discretion is advised.LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT:Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast are recorded and edited on the traditional and unceded territories of the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie), and Qayqayt Nations.WEBSITE: nicolaspurling.me/a-social-justice-podcast A SOCIAL JUSTICE PODCAST:https://linktr.ee/asocialjusticepodcast NICOLA SPURLING:linktr.ee/nicespurling

Cassidy Civet / Nash Milani explains what it means to be a furry, addresses misconceptions, and announces their school board candidacy.

This week, we have Rachel Gilmore on the podcast, to discuss the ethics surrounding journalism. What does journalism mean when we have freedom of press? How do journalists address bias? How do you deal with online hate? In what way do social media algorithms affect what we post and what we consume? Listen to Rachel answer all of these questions and more. This is Episode 44 (S3 E3) of A Social Justice Podcast, hosted by Nicola Spurling. CONTENT WARNING: Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast touch on sensitive social issues, which may be triggering for some people. Viewer/listener discretion is advised. LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT: Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast are recorded and edited on the traditional and unceded territories of the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie), and Qayqayt Nations. WEBSITE: nicolaspurling.me/a-social-justice-podcast A SOCIAL JUSTICE PODCAST: https://linktr.ee/asocialjusticepodcast NICOLA SPURLING: linktr.ee/nicespurling

Is Social Justice / PC Culture Ruining Comedy?

Nicola Spurling speaks about why she’s no longer associated with The Flag Shop and what that means for this podcast

Learning about the work of Pivot Legal Society to address criminalization & policing, drug policy, homelessness, anti-stigma & poverty, and sex workers’ rights

Decolonization through design, BIDC, land back, Indigequeering, and much more, with K̓esugwilakw (Sierra Tasi Baker), Lead Indigenous Urban Design Consultant at Sky Spirit Studio

This week, we're talking about how The Vancouver Whitecaps FC gives back to community by addressing social issues. Nicola speaks with Tosaint Ricketts, a former professional soccer player, eMLS athlete, and Liaison, Club & Player Engagement for the Whitecaps, and Jennifer Scott, Vice President, Community & Social Impact for the Whitecaps.This is Episode 39 (S2 E14) of A Social Justice Podcast, brought to you by The Flag Shop and hosted by Nicola Spurling. CONTENT WARNING: Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast touch on sensitive social issues, which can be triggering for some people. Viewer/listener discretion is advised. LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT: Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast are recorded on the traditional and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. WEBSITE: https://fabulouslyqueer.ca/ A SOCIAL JUSTICE COLOURING BOOK: https://amzn.to/3M27lvz A SOCIAL JUSTICE PODCAST: https://linktr.ee/asocialjusticepodcast THE FLAG SHOP: https://www.flagshop.com/ NICOLA SPURLING: linktr.ee/nicespurling Music by Aradia Faire

This week, we’re talking about social shifts in how trans people are and have been viewed and treated in Canada. Nicola speaks with Rowan Jetté Knox abut his experiences as a parent of a trans child, husband of a trans wife, partner of trans individuals, and as a trans man himself.

Speaking with members of the alternative media about the ethics surrounding their work

This week, Sarah Chown of Ribbon Community (formerly known as AIDS Vancouver) joins the podcast. We discuss the history of HIV and the organization, their recent name change, and the services they offer. This is Episode 36 (S2 E11) of A Social Justice Podcast, brought to you by The Flag Shop and hosted by Nicola Spurling. CONTENT WARNING: Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast touch on sensitive social issues, which can be triggering for some people. Viewer/listener discretion is advised. LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT: Episodes of A Social Justice Podcast are recorded on the traditional and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. WEBSITE: https://fabulouslyqueer.ca/ A SOCIAL JUSTICE COLOURING BOOK: https://amzn.to/3M27lvz A SOCIAL JUSTICE PODCAST: https://linktr.ee/asocialjusticepodcast THE FLAG SHOP: https://www.flagshop.com/ NICOLA SPURLING: linktr.ee/nicespurling