1834 TALKS

Apr 29 2024
1834 TALKS Podcast artwork

1834 Talks is a podcast produced by the 1834 Foundation. Named after the year the Slavery Abolition Act was enacted in Canada, the 1834 Foundation is committed to empowering Canadian Black youth through programs such as the 1834 Fellowship, 1834 Global, and 1834 Debates, aimed at nurturing Black youth development in civic leadership and public policy.
Tune in to our podcast for authentic conversations featuring 1834 alumni engaging with prominent figures from Canadian politics and public policy, along with fellow alumni, providing valuable insights and perspectives.









RSS feed Share
Copy RSS


Subscribe on Podcast Addict


Vote 16: Championing Youth Voting Rights

Apr 29 2024 28 mins  
Tune in to hear 1834 Fellowship alumna Donneton Brown discuss Vote16Canada, the groundbreaking movement and Senate bill to lower Canada's federal voting age to 16. In this episode, Donneton explores the importance of the Vote 16 bill, the evidence supporting it, and the bill's significance for Black youth. Additionally, learn about the inaugural Vote 16 Summit that Donneton is orga

Trailblazing with Deputy Minister Ako Ufodike

Apr 01 2024 30 mins  
Tune in for a captivating conversation with Deputy Minister Ako Ufodike, a true trailblazer within Alberta's government and the first Black Deputy Minister in the province. We'll explore his extraordinary journey, spanning from his background in accounting and academia to his current role as Deputy Minister of Immigration and Multiculturalism in the provincial public service. With

Going Global: A United Nations Environment Assembly Delegate's Experience

Mar 16 2024 25 mins  
In this episode, we're diving into Esther Muloki's journey from being an 1834 Global alumna to becoming a delegate at the 6th United Nations Environment Assembly in Kenya. Get ready to hear about Esther’s impactful contributions as a delegate and how she got the opportunity to represent Canada alongside Canada's Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Steven Guilbeault, at th

Part 2- "Use Your Voice": An 1834 Fellowship Cohort 4 Recap

Feb 20 2024 38 mins  
For Episode 8 (Part 2), the 1834 Fellows showcase their journey to Ottawa and discuss how they leveraged their voices to impact public policy through meetings with influential figures in Canadian politics. Tune in to discover their firsthand experiences, including a 90-minute policy discussion with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, witnessing the historic election of the first Black s

“Use Your Voice”: An 1834 Fellowship Cohort 4 Recap

Jan 16 2024 22 mins  
Aspiring to influence Canadian public policy? The 1834 Fellowship is your gateway to immersive training that can help you nurture your understanding and knowledge of key issues in Canadian public policy. Tune in to this episode to explore Cohort 4's experiences which include engaging in policy workshops, interacting with high-ranking leaders in Canadian public policy, connecting wi

Black and Indigenous Allyship with Jordan Gray

Dec 11 2023 57 mins  
In this special episode we are joined by Jordan Gray, the acting national manager for reserve housing at Indigenous Services Canada and a curriculum specialist to our very own 1834 Global. Being of Mi'kmaw and Trinidadian descent, he discusses with us about Black and Indigenous Allyship and his journey in public policy. Tune in to hear more about this exciting episode with Jordan G

Women's History Month with Huda Mukbil

Nov 13 2023 39 mins  
This episode is a recording of Operation Black Vote Canada’s Fireside Chat with Huda Mukbil, the first Black Arab-Canadian spy at CSIS and the first Muslim hijabi woman at CSIS. This chat was part of Operation Black Vote Canada’s celebration of Women’s History Month. The theme being “Intersectionality: Black Muslim women in politics”. Tune in to hear more about Huda Mukbi

Politics 101: How Black Youth Can Get Involved In Canadian Politics

Oct 31 2023 57 mins  
In this episode, "Politics 101: How Black Youth Can Get Involved in Canadian Politics,” we dive into politics and explore opportunities for Black youth to engage in government processes. Our guests for today's episode are Robyn Taylor and Josh Dadjo. Robyn Taylor works for Mayor Amarjeet Sohi as a Policy and Research Specialist and as the National Coordinator for the 1834 Fellows

Women's History Month with Mayor Annette Groves

Oct 17 2023 31 mins  
For Episode 4 of 1834 Talks, you’re going to get a special treat! This episode is a recording of Operation Black Vote Canada’s Fireside Chat with Mayor Annette Groves, the first woman of colour to become Mayor of the Town of Caledon. This chat was part of Operation Black Vote Canada’s celebration of Women’s History Month. The theme this year is “Women Who Tell Our Stories

Public Policy 101: How Black Youth Can Get Involved in Canadian Public Policy

Oct 03 2023 51 mins  
Welcome to another enlightening episode of 1834 Talks! In this episode, titled "Public Policy 101: How Black Youth Can Get Involved in Canadian Public Policy," we dive into the world of public policy and explore opportunities for Black youth to secure government employment. Our guests for today's episode are Ebenezer Belayneh and Tsahai Carter who both work for the Government of Ca