Black Canadian Creators (BCC) spotlights bold and inspiring voices from across the African diaspora who are shaping Canada’s creative and new media landscape — both at home and abroad. Join Sherley for unfiltered conversations with podcasters, filmmakers, digital storytellers, and cultural innovators making their mark. If you’re building your craft, looking for inspiration, or ready for stories that challenge the status quo, this is your go-to space to connect with Canada’s Black creator community.
💬 Join the conversation with #BlackCanadianCreators
🔗 Explore more: BlackCanadianCreators.ca – discover creators, access resources, and join the directory to explore the directory, discover new creators, and access exclusive resources for Black Canadian content creators.
📱 Connect on social: @BlackCanadianCreators (Instagram, TikTok or Facebook), Oh! And, check out the BCC Facebook Hub community
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Black Canadian Creators (BCC) spotlights bold and inspiring voices from across the African diaspora who are shaping Canada’s creative and new media landscape — both at home and abroad. Join Sherley for unfiltered conversations with podcasters, filmmakers, digital storytellers, and cultural innovators making their mark. If you’re building your craft, looking for inspiration, or ready for stories that challenge the status quo, this is your go-to space to connect with Canada’s Black creator community.
💬 Join the conversation with #BlackCanadianCreators
🔗 Explore more: BlackCanadianCreators.ca – discover creators, access resources, and join the directory to explore the directory, discover new creators, and access exclusive resources for Black Canadian content creators.
📱 Connect on social: @BlackCanadianCreators (Instagram, TikTok or Facebook), Oh! And, check out the BCC Facebook Hub community
Presented by The Chonilla Network.
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In this powerful episode of the Black Canadian Creators Podcast, I sit down with Jermaine Morrison and Mandela Johnson — the unapologetic voices behind the Black People Check In podcast.
What started as a late-night Instagram Live during the George Floyd protests has grown into one of the most honest and necessary conversations in Canadian podcasting. Together, we explore the truth about vulnerability, accountability, and dismantling harmful systems in our communities.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
💬 Quote: "Checking in isn’t a weakness — it’s a superpower." – Sherley
Black People Check In is a bold, unfiltered podcast where two Black Canadian men sit down to talk about the real issues shaping our communities — from mental health and patriarchy to fatherhood, culture, and accountability. What started as a late-night Instagram Live during the George Floyd protests has grown into one of the most honest and necessary conversations in Canadian podcasting.
Jermaine Morrison is a mental health clinician, social worker, and psychotherapist who brings a compassionate, therapeutic lens to every conversation. Mandela Johnson is a creative storyteller and cultural commentator known for his humor, directness, and willingness to say what others won’t. Together, they create a space where tough conversations are met with honesty, empathy, and the kind of perspective you only get from lived experience.
Where to Listen & Follow:
🎧 Apple Podcasts → Listen here
🎧 Spotify → Listen here
📱 Instagram → @blackpplcheckin
Links & Resources:
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In this solo episode of the Black Canadian Creators Podcast, host Sherley introduces herself and shares a powerful and personal message for creators, dreamers, and entrepreneurs: you don’t need a blueprint—just a deep why, your people, and the courage to start where you are.
Sherley reflects share who she is, a content creator you should know and on how the Black Canadian Creators platform began: no logo, no strategy, no budget—but a real need for community and visibility. From a humble Facebook group to a multi-platform movement, she proves that momentum beats perfection and consistency beats complexity.
This episode is a heartfelt nudge for anyone holding back on launching their blog, podcast, app, book, or brand. If you’re waiting for permission, this is it. Start now. Start small. Start scrappy.y.
✅ A behind-the-scenes look at how Black Canadian Creators began
✅ Why perfection is the enemy of momentum
✅ What happens when you build before you’re “ready”
✅ A call to creators to build out loud and share the journey
“I didn’t have a five-year plan. I didn’t even have a logo. But I had a gut feeling that if I needed this space, someone else needed it too.”
This episode is a nudge, a permission slip, and a challenge. Whether it’s a blog, a podcast, a newsletter, an app—or just the start of a dream—start where you are. Let people witness your growth. You don’t need to be ready. You just need to be real.
(No guest this time—just your host, Sherley, keeping it 100.)
Sherley is a podcaster, speaker, community builder, and founder of Black Canadian Creators. She’s passionate about creating platforms that center Black Canadian voices across industries, mediums, and regions. From curating digital summits to spotlighting emerging creatives, Sherley’s work is rooted in care, connection, and cultural clarity.
This is how we build community, shift culture, and cheer each other on—together.
Peace and keep creatin’,
— Sherley
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In this episode—airing on a day when many are reflecting on the legacy of George Floyd’s passing (may he rest in power)—Sherley sits down with activist, podcaster, and now author Sandy Hudson for an urgent and truth-filled conversation about redefining safety, power, and public priorities.
They dive into Sandy’s powerful new book, Defund: Black Lives, Policing, and Safety for All, and challenge the narratives that have shaped how we see law enforcement and justice in Canada. From media myths like “copaganda” to the long-standing impact of policing on Black and Indigenous communities, this conversation is a masterclass in clarity, accountability, and creative disruption.
Sandy also unpacks the cultural and creative role of content creators—especially Black Canadian ones—in telling new stories that push beyond fear and into community care. If you’ve ever struggled to explain what defunding the police actually means, this episode gives you the language and the lens.
Tune in for:
Guest Bio:
Sandy Hudson is a Jamaican-Canadian public intellectual, writer, and community organizer. She co-founded Black Lives Matter Canada, helped launch the Black Legal Action Centre, and now serves as Director of Strategic Planning at the Wildseed Centre for Art & Activism. Her work challenges systems and imagines new ways to centre care, equity, and safety.
Sandy is also the co-host of Sandy & Nora Talk Politics, where she and journalist Nora Loreto break down political issues through a grassroots, anti-racist lens. Her latest book, Defund: Black Lives, Policing, and Safety for All, was released in April 2025 and has already become essential reading for anyone working toward justice in Canada and beyond.
This is your chance to hear directly from one of the leading voices in the Canadian abolitionist movement—and to reflect on what real public safety could look like for everyone.
If you enjoyed this episode, follow Black Canadian Creators wherever you get your podcasts.
After listening, I’d love to hear: What does true safety look like in your community? Drop a comment or leave a 5-star review—to be read on the show! ⬇️
Tag a friend or fellow creator to check out the show. This is how we shift culture—together.
Peace and Keep Creatin’,
— Sherley
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In this episode, back in November 2024, Sherley of Black Canadian Creators sits down via Instagram Live with CEO of Skylar Projects Angelina Williams and longtime advocate for community empowerment—for a candid live conversation. They explore the evolving role of the Black Business & Professional Association (BBPA), the value of free labor in community building, and the need for accountability in professional spaces.
Angelina opens up about her journey through Toronto’s hospitality scene, her advocacy work with organizations like the Drake Black Community Council, and her vision for collective progress. This episode sets the tone for a follow-up live event hosted by Dr. Vibe, where BBPA members will continue the conversation and respond to audience questions.
Tune in for:
Guest Bio:
Angelina Williams, CEO of Skylar Projects, is an expert in the hospitality industry, known for creating impeccable guest experiences and fostering community empowerment. Her work spans Toronto’s boutique hotels, restaurants, and food and beverage brands, including her leadership at TIFF Bell Lightbox’s Varda Café. Angelina’s cocktail creation, the Rosalie Royale, has become a fan favorite in the city.
As a first-generation Canadian of Jamaican heritage, Angelina’s roots and passion for community visibility shine through her work with organizations such as the Drake Black Community Council, Women in Crypto, and How She Hustles. As Chair of the Harry Jerome Awards with the BBPA, Angelina continues to champion access and representation for marginalized communities.
This is your chance to engage with BBPA members, share ideas, and ask questions to further the dialogue on accountability and community growth.
✨ If you enjoyed this conversation, don’t forget to follow Black Canadian Creators wherever you listen to podcasts.
💬 After you listen, I’d love to hear: How should Black-led orgs evolve to better serve us now? Drop your thoughts in the comments or 5 stars review (to be read on the show) ⬇️
Tell a friend or a content creator you know to check out the show—we're building something powerful together.
Peace and Keep Creatin’,
— Sherley
💬 What's on Your mind? Tag your thoughts with #BCCPod
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