The Jann Arden Podcast

• Nathaniel Erskine-Smith: From High School VP to Federal MP

  Jann, Caitlin and Sarah begin by reflecting on the democratic process and the importance of civic engagement and the Canadian federal election results. They revisit the Blue Origin celebrity backlash and touch on the pricing controversy surrounding Amazon and tariff implications for consumers before welcoming special guest, Nathaniel Erskine-Smith.Nate and Caitlin went to high school together! There's a bit of reminiscing, but then he details his journey into politics and animal welfare advocacy. They explore the challenges of balancing personal life with political responsibilities, the importance of community representation, and the legislative process in Parliament. The conversation highlights the sacrifices made by individuals in these fields and the need for understanding and collaboration across political lines. More About Nathaniel Erskine-Smith: Nate's been the Member of Parliament for Beaches-East York since 2015, he's known for his independence, and he's worked to support workers, advance climate action,  improve healthcare, strengthen our social safety net, protect animals, and more. Since December 2024, he's served as the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure. Before politics, Nate practised commercial litigation, having studied law and political philosophy at Queen’s and Oxford. He was once a decent baseball pitcher. https://www.ourcommons.ca/members/en/nathaniel-erskine-smith(88687) Fountain Tire Sale: April 28th to June 14th, get up to 20% off select tires. PLUS, up to $120 off a set of select Goodyear tires with a mail in rebate. Plus, $50 off any service when you spend at least $150 when you purchase select tires. Find a location near you: ⁠https://www.fountaintire.com/⁠ Leave us a voicenote! ⁠https://jannardenpod.com/voicemail/⁠ Get access to bonus content and more on Patreon: ⁠https://patreon.com/JannArdenPod⁠ Order ONLYJANNS Merch: ⁠https://cutloosemerch.ca/collections/jann-arden⁠ Connect with us: ⁠www.jannardenpod.com⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/jannardenpod⁠ ⁠www.facebook.com/jannardenpod⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Recall: Ziya Tong

  Wrapping up Earth Month, we're revisiting Jann's conversation with Ziya Tong and her incredible work on the documentary Plastic People. In case you're not familiar, she is an award-winning author and broadcaster, best known for her work with Discovery’s flagship science show, Daily Planet, and NOVA ScienceNow on PBS. She is the author of the best-selling book ⁠The Reality Bubble⁠, which was shortlisted for Canada’s most prestigious non-fiction literary prize, and won the Lane Anderson Award for best science writing. Ziya served as the Vice Chair of WWF Canada and currently serves as a trustee of WWF International. Ziya co-directed a new documentary called Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics with Ben Addelman, and she stars alongside Executive Producer Rick Smith. Jann, Caitlin and Ziya discuss the dangers of microplastics in our bodies and the environment. Ziya shares that microplastics are found everywhere, including in our blood, placenta, and even the human brain. They discuss the impacts to our health such as increased risk of stroke, heart attack, and cancer. Ziya emphasizes the need for individual and collective action to reduce plastic consumption and advocates for joining organizations that are working towards solving the plastics crisis. Ziya and her team are still raising money for the documentary's impact campaign and they plan to release a podcast to delve deeper into the dark secrets and stories of the plastics industry. You can support the campaign ⁠HERE⁠. Watch Plastic People on CBC Gem: https://gem.cbc.ca/the-nature-of-things/s64e11 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Is Max Kerman A Try Hard?

  Arkells frontman and now author Max Kerman joins the show to speak about his new book Try Hard: Creative Work in Progress. Jann asks Max about his creative process, the importance of persistence in the arts, and how to navigate the music industry. Max and Jann reflect on true artistic enthusiasm and positivity in creative pursuits, as well as the importance of networking and asking for opportunities. Max also touches on the intricate balance between the creativity and the financial aspects of being an artist, the challenges of navigating social media authentically, and the importance of community engagement. He reflects on the future of music as artists age, the significance of self-reflection, and the impact of their songs on fans. More About Max Kerman and Try Hard: Max Kerman is the frontman of the multiplatinum, award-winning touring band Arkells. Try Hard is his first book. Let’s say you see a familiar musician from a globe-trotting, touring band hanging out at your local coffee shop, reading the newspaper and typing away on his laptop. This doesn’t look like a musician at work. He seems approachable enough, so you ask him what exactly he does all day. With a grin on his face, he admits the job might not be what you think. So you take a seat, and ask him every question you’ve ever had about how it all works: the nuts and bolts of writing a song, preparing for a show, marketing a band, and the day-to-day business of a creative life. With each answer—none of it about talent—you realize this musician is a bit of a…try hard. And the mystery of being a creative person isn’t actually mysterious at all: it’s just exploring ideas with an enthusiastic and determined curiosity. Over and over. Max is that musician in the coffee shop, and this is what reading Try Hard feels like: one-of-a- kind tales from a dynamic frontman, and a companion to your own creative work in progress. With a brick-by-brick attitude, Max explores his own growth in the craft of storytelling and performance, the pleasure to be found in collaboration, and the creative spirit required in sharing your art. *Photo by Nathan Nash* Buy Try Hard: Creative Work in Progress https://www.arkellsmusic.com/ Fountain Tire Sales: Until April 26th, get up to 25% off instantly plus up to $120 off a set of four select Goodyear tires with a mail in rebate. They are also offering $50 off any service of $150 or more with the purchase of select tires. Starting April 28th to June 14th, get up to 20% off select tires. PLUS, up to $120 off a set of select Goodyear tires with a mail in rebate. Plus, $50 off any service when you spend at least $150 when you purchase select tires. Find a location near you: https://www.fountaintire.com/ Leave us a voicenote! https://jannardenpod.com/voicemail/ Get access to bonus content and more on Patreon: https://patreon.com/JannArdenPod Order ONLYJANNS Merch: https://cutloosemerch.ca/collections/jann-arden Connect with us: www.jannardenpod.com www.instagram.com/jannardenpod www.facebook.com/jannardenpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Recall: Naheed Nenshi

  Jann Arden revisits her conversation with political leader Naheed Nenshi originally recorded in April 2024. At the time of this interview, the former mayor of Calgary was a candidate to become the leader of the Alberta's NDP Party. He won! With the upcoming Canadian election, we thought this conversation was timely and had a lot of takeaways; from the rise of divisive politics to unity, hope, and the desire for a better Canadian future. https://nenshi.ca/ Fountain Tire Sales: Until April 26th, get up to 25% off instantly plus up to $120 off a set of four select Goodyear tires with a mail in rebate. They are also offering $50 off any service of $150 or more with the purchase of select tires. And, April 28th to June 14th, get up to 20% off select tires. PLUS, up to $120 off a set of select Goodyear tires with a mail in rebate. Plus, $50 off any service when you spend at least $150 when you purchase select tires. Find a location near you: https://www.fountaintire.com/ Leave us a voicenote! https://jannardenpod.com/voicemail/ Get access to bonus content and more on Patreon: https://patreon.com/JannArdenPod Order ONLYJANNS Merch: https://cutloosemerch.ca/collections/jann-arden Connect with us: www.jannardenpod.com www.instagram.com/jannardenpod www.facebook.com/jannardenpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Shameless Elle, Shaq Macs & Jane Goodall

  Jann Arden welcomes TikTok / Instagram pal Elle James (@ShamelessElle), a rising digital star. They discuss the challenges and rewards of content creation, particularly in the political sphere, and the unique experiences women face when voicing their opinions. Elle shares her journey from comedy to political commentary and the importance of courage in speaking out. They also touch on the unique experiences of using platforms like Cameo, navigating fame while raising children, and the significance of Jann's song 'Good Mother' becoming an anthem in Canada again! In part two, Jann catches Caitlin and Sarah up about her recent conversation with Jane Goodall, discuss the recent space flight organized by Jeff Bezos and the implications of celebrity culture in space tourism. They critique the elitism and privilege displayed by those involved, contrasting it with pressing humanitarian issues on Earth. The conversation also touches on the role of women in space, the absurdity of celebrity space travel, and the economic insecurities affecting personal relationships and the sex industry. The episode concludes with reflections on the current state of the world and the disconnect between the wealthy and the realities faced by everyday people. More about Elle James: Known for her humour, comedic sketches and childlike giggle, Shameless Elle creates a positive space where awkward moments and realness are embraced, inviting everyone to laugh along. Behind her humour and honesty is a woman who’s mastered the art of doing it all. Between running a salon and spa in British Columbia, raising two kids, and winning awards for charitable fundraising, she still manages to squeeze in daily chess matches - and, of course, her guilty pleasure: reality tv marathons. Behind her humour and honesty, is a woman who’s mastered the art of doing it all. https://www.instagram.com/shamelesselle/ More information About Jane Goodall and Roots and Shoots: https://janegoodall.ca/ https://janegoodall.ca/what-we-do/canada-programs/roots-and-shoots/ Fountain Tire Sales: Until April 26th, get up to 25% off instantly plus up to $120 off a set of four select Goodyear tires with a mail in rebate. They are also offering $50 off any service of $150 or more with the purchase of select tires. And, April 28th to June 14th, get up to 20% off select tires. PLUS, up to $120 off a set of select Goodyear tires with a mail in rebate. Plus, $50 off any service when you spend at least $150 when you purchase select tires. Find a location near you: https://www.fountaintire.com/ Leave us a voicenote! https://jannardenpod.com/voicemail/ Get access to bonus content and more on Patreon: https://patreon.com/JannArdenPod Order ONLYJANNS Merch: https://cutloosemerch.ca/collections/jann-arden Connect with us: www.jannardenpod.com www.instagram.com/jannardenpod www.facebook.com/jannardenpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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