IDEAA-nomics (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, Anti-Racism)

• 2.7 Mama Lawson Road of Self-Love

  In this episode Niha talks to Mama Lawson. She shares her story of being born into a large family, where she was the seventh child. Most of her childhood was spent in Oregon, where she faced much adversity as they were the first family of color in the town. She was a teacher for over 30 years and continues to use her talent to uplift and encourage. She is currently traveling the world with her son Comedian Preacher Lawson.  This episode is hosted by Niha Shahzad and produced by Marcela Popowich.

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• 2.6 Nambi - Leaving a Musical Legacy

  Join us as we talk to Ottawa-born singer-songwriter Nambi! She has become one of her city’s most darling and well-respected voices. She talks to Niha and Gabriel about her music journey, having a family, her inspirations and the meaning and importance of building a community. With the help of FACTOR Canada, Nambi is currently putting the finishing touches on her third studio album, “Latebloomer Vol 1”, released in 2025. Listen to Nambi on Apple Music and Spotify Find her on Instagram @nambimusic This episode is hosted by Niha Shahzad and Gabriel Cormier and produced by Marcela Popowich.

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• 2.5 Connor Smithers-Mapp - Nova Scotia and Black Activism

  Part 2 of the Story of Connor Smithers-Mapp sees Connor sharing his thoughts on diversity readiness, system racism and the convergence of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. Our regular host Niha Shazad is joined by Gabriel Cormier n a conversation with Connor Smithers-Mapp.

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• 2.4 Connor Smithers-Mapp - Nova Scotia and Black Activism

  Join us today as Connor Smithers-Mapp shares his story of growing up as a black child in Nova Scotia - in a time where communities pooled money together and had to choose one black child to send off to a better high school to how his parents worked several jobs, found time to be activists and make a difference for their community. Our regular host Niha Shahzad is joined by Gabriel Cormier in a conversation with Connor.

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• 2.3 The Hon. Minister Marci Ien on Comedy, Art, GBV, Economic Abuse, and the health of men and boys

  Curious about what a Minister thinks of Kendrick's new album, Jamie Foxx, and Kevin Hart? Find the answers in this episode of the IDEAA-nomics podcast! Niha Shahzad, Host and Sr. Director of the Canadian Center for Women's Empowerment, speaks with the ⁠Hon. Minister Marci Ien,⁠ Minister of Women, Gender Equality and Youth about Gender-Based Violence, Economic Abuse, importantly the health of men and boys, and how comedy and art have the power to heal. In this episode, they talk about the good work of Canadian organizations WhiteRibbon , NextGenMen to help men and boys. They also highlight the new way that the Canadian Center for Women's Empowerment (CCFWE) is engaging the public on Economic Abuse including the CCFWE's new original song, Ascending (out now on Apple Music and Spotify), the accompanying Music Video and Social Media and Dance Challenges (complete with Gift prizes) ending on Dec 20, to raise awareness about Economic Abuse.   Canadian artists and comedians that came into the mix:  ⁠Jesse Singh, a.k.a. The Punjabi Timbit⁠: The hilarious stand-up comedian and social worker, who is helping young men and boys find healthy emotional outlets through art therapy.  SABRE: the lead artist on CCFWE's song Ascending, raising awareness on Economic Abuse Ottawa Dance Schools Vibes Dance Academy and Upasana Spirit of Dance who brought the powerful story about women facing economic abuse to life in CCFWE's Help Us Rise Music Video. Nambi, the incomparable Award-winning musician, who produced the theme song for the IDEAA-nomics podcast. Cranium Arts Project that is hosting a Hip Hop Food Drive today, Dec 13, to support over 10 Food banks in Ottawa.  Koga, an Ottawa-based music collective, which includes R&B artist Yoharis, whose music touches on toxicity in relationships.

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