This week we are back at it again with another amazing episode. In this weeks episode we talk colonisation, social pressures and how living in “post-colonial” times has impacted how we move in the world with our Black bodies. We break down why our society is the way it is now and dive deep into our personal experiences with not only racism but colourism.
Jun 12, 2021
58 min
Guest host Nicole Okura joins us for a discussion on Anti-Asian racism, life in Newmarket as an Asian-Canadian and the animosity between the Black and Asian communities. Join us for a enlightening conversation about how we can move forward in understanding and unity.
May 1, 2021
51 min
Things get pretty personal this week as we discuss our dating preferences. Join us as we talk about our thoughts on interracial partnerships, preferences vs prejudices and our experiences dating outside our own race.
Apr 3, 2021
1 hr 6 min
We are headed back to High School in this weeks episode of Black Magic. Matthew, Nadia and Sade invite guest Maria on to discuss the reality of schooling in Canada for black and coloured students in the Toronto suburbs. We discuss the school to prison pipeline and struggle Black students face to get culturally appropriate educational supports in school.
Mar 20, 2021
1 hr 6 min
With housing costs sky rocketing and Covid-19 running rampant, millennials have been forced to come back home to mom & dad. Join the hosts of Black Magic as they discuss the transition back home and how they navigated the awkward new relationship between adult children and their parents.
Mar 7, 2021
1 hr 13 min
On this weeks episode, Matthew, Sade and Nadia discuss the implications of covid-19 on Black people and particularly on mental health. The hosts of Black Magic share personal struggles with mental health and explore how we can improve it as we all “rest in place”. Make sure to listen all the way through to the end as they reveal the keys to raising your vibes and mood in these depressing times. Here are some resources to visit to access mental health services: https://www.mindbeacon.com https://www.betterhelp.com/
Feb 20, 2021
1 hr 20 min
Black Magic’s Black History Special! Featuring guest Simone King
In this episode we discuss staying empowered in a time period where many of us are feeling uninspired. The gang interviews Simone King, a successful entrepreneur and academic, who provides insight on running profitable businesses during a pandemic. We also discuss familial/financial responsibility according to various cultures and how COVID has exacerbated these responsibilities. Make sure you tune in to find out how to win the Black History Month Giveaways!
Feb 6, 2021
1 hr 3 min
We’re talking the buzzword of 2020…. yeah you know that one.
Today we’re taking on a heavy topic so please listen at your discretion. We discuss how we got where we are, Canada’s response to this issue in contrast to the U.S., and what our rights as civilians are.
Feb 5, 2021
1 hr 3 min
Meet the hosts of Black Magic: the podcast. Sade, Nadia and Mattew discuss their hometown of Newmarket and their battles with anti-black racism and the challenges of living life in the burbs amidst a global pandemic.
Jan 13, 2021
58 min