The Hats We Wear

Dec 21 2021
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The Hats We Wear features artists and leaders from the film and television industries as they discuss their career highs and lows – and how life experiences have shaped their perspectives as people and storytellers. Hosted by National Screen Institute communications intern Emily Palmer, this podcast not only covers topics like film and television - but also family, injustices and the road to reaching one’s dreams. This podcast series is powered by the Canadian film, television and digital media training organization, the National Screen Institute (NSI). The NSI office is located on Treaty One Territory – we acknowledge and honour the lands we occupy and their traditional keepers: the Anishnaabe, Cree, Dakota and Métis. We acknowledge the ancestors of this land and commit to honour their vision and uphold our Treaty responsibilities as a settler organization occupying these lands. Music provided by Blue Dot Sessions. Logo and graphic created by Leigh Vossen.

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Part Three: What Inspired You In 2021?

Dec 21 2021 12 mins  
We asked storytellers, friends and creative industry leaders to share their thoughts on 2021 and reflect on this question: Despite the challenges of the past year, what continues to inspire you?

Part Two: What Inspired You In 2021?

Dec 21 2021 13 mins  
We asked storytellers, friends and creative industry leaders to share their thoughts on 2021 and reflect on this question: Despite the challenges of the past year, what continues to inspire you?

Part One: What Inspired You In 2021?

Dec 21 2021 16 mins  
We asked storytellers, friends and creative industry leaders to share their thoughts on 2021 and reflect on this question: Despite the challenges of the past year, what continues to inspire you?

Nadine Arpin

Dec 08 2021 20 mins  
Two-spirited, Red River Basin Métis filmmaker Nadine Arpin discusses the magic of animation, and how they use the medium to tell honest, vulnerable stories.

Joy Loewen

Nov 30 2021 32 mins  
Inspired by the brave and vulnerable storytellers within our community, National Screen Institute CEO Joy Loewen shares a piece of her own story with us.

Cheyenne Bruneau

Nov 23 2021 22 mins  
Musician, writer and producer Cheyenne Bruneau shares her experience in the music industry, and the healing and spiritual process she takes in creating her art.

Josh Epstein

Nov 16 2021 20 mins  
Josh Epstein discusses his path to becoming a writer and producer, and how his first acting role as Michael in Peter Pan sparked a love for storytelling that has stayed with him to this day.

Darcy Waite

Nov 09 2021 23 mins  
Comedy writer and producer Darcy Waite shares the highs and lows of being a comedian, from bombing a stand-up gig to becoming the hilarious, energetic host of APTN’s That’s AWSM! Darcy addresses the importance of diversity on set, and the perspective he brings to his role as a board member with the Canadian Media Producers Association.

Karen Lam

Nov 02 2021 22 mins  
Horror film enthusiast Karen Lam discusses the process she took to create her award-winning, haunting film The Curse of Willow Song. As an Asian writer, director and producer, Karen encounters tokenism within the industry. She discusses her thoughts on using her authentic voice and staying true to herself.

Ian Bawa

Oct 28 2021 24 mins  
Winnipeg-based filmmaker Ian Bawa discusses his grief surrounding the loss of both his parents, and how using his vulnerability throughout his storytelling has shaped his career.