Arts Everywhere: The SAA Podcast

The digital media landscape presents several challenges, including the overwhelming amount of information available, making it difficult to discern reliable sources from misinformation. In this episode, journalist John Loeppky offers his thoughts on choosing sources wisely. Together with host Em Ironstar you'll learn how to vary your own media diet and learn about some of the sourc

Most artists in this province/country have learned that the key to a thriving career is diversification. Rowan Pantel and Kenn McLeod are two Saskatoon based artists who have perfected the art of juggling a myriad of positions - from performers, to arts administrators, mentors, teachers, community engagers, advocacy and much more. In this episode the are joined by podcast host, Em

Call them "New Years Resolutions" or "Life resolutions" Danielle Richardson is poised to meet one of her goals (one we could all take to heart): Schedule "walk-and-think" sessions once a week. Because a life as an artist and arts administrator can be all-consuming if not kept in check. Danielle Richardson is a spoken word poet, Canadian national poetry slam champion, independent th

Trans Futurity is a concept that envisions a future where transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals are fully embraced, empowered, and integrated into all aspects of society, free from discrimination and oppression. Perhaps more challenging than ever in our current political climate. Saskatchewan is not immune. This episode's guests are Jaye Kovach and Cat Haines. Creative,

Never make the assumption that an artist is practicing what amounts to be a hobby! That's what this episodes guest Melanie Monique Rose might experience were it not for her wise business choices in which making a fair and equitable, living wage is a non-negotiable, or at the very least, on her terms. Ensuring artists receive a decent wage is crucial for the sustainability of creati

Welcome to the THIRD season of the Saskatchewan Arts Alliance's podcast "Arts Everywhere"! And what better way to kick off the season with the greatly anticipated opening of Regina's Globe Theatre. It's been a journey over the past 3 years and the efforts of hundreds of people the finishing touches are just about done so that the Globe is ready to kick off their 2024-25 season! Em

Eekwol is a dynamic and influential Indigenous hip hop artist from the Muskoday Lake Cree Nation in Saskatchewan. She is known for her powerful and thought-provoking lyrics. Eekwol blends traditional Indigenous themes with contemporary hip hop sounds to address social issues, cultural identity, and personal empowerment. Eekwol's work not only showcases her unique talent and perspec

Mackenzie Dawson is the artistic director of Saskatoon's Sum Theatre. Mac had big shoes to fill when he took over from the companies original founder Joel Bernbaum, and fill them he has! As Saskatchewan’s first free professional live Theatre in the Park, Sum theatre boasts an impressive attendance record and plays a key part in community building in the province. We are not for a

Welcome back to Balancing Act! This conversation is the continuation of Episode 25 Erin Goodpipe, Amy Matysio, Kris Alvarez, Johanna Bundonan and host Em Ironstar continue an open and honest discussion about finding balance as an artist and how we are, and continue to be, providing a safe and honest environment where we can all have our needs heard, and hopefully fulfilled. Relevan

This is Part 1 or a two part episode entitled “Balancing Act”. Part 2 launching soon! Erin Goodpipe, Amy Matysio, Kris Alvarez, and Johanna Bundon join host Em Ironstar for a deep dive into the balancing act that so many artists today find challenging. Important initiatives are addressing this issue and Saskatchewan is no exception . As one of our guests says: “Care is all we