Spark Access to Music Education

Spark Finale

Welcome to the final episode of Spark by Révolutionnaire Season 1! Creating this the podcast has been a beautiful journey for all of us and we are so proud to have launched Spark as the dedicated podcast for Gen Z by Gen Z. From advocacy to adulting and everything in-between, each episode discusses a unique topic that we, as young people, are passionate about and infuses our diverse perspectives with those of experts in each field. Stay tuned for new seasons of Spark by Révolutionnaire and follow us on TikTok and Instagram at @revolutionnaire.co

Spark Hot Takes!

On this episode of Spark by Révolutionnaire, we kickback, hangout, and talk about all the Hot Takes we've been seeing on social media. From debates on X (Twitter), to culture appropriation and cultural appreciation, we break down what's been on our feeds and share our opinions with you! Spark by Révolutionnaire is the podcast for Gen Z by Gen Z. From advocacy to adulting and everything in-between, each episode discusses a unique topic that we, as young people, are passionate about and infuses our diverse perspectives with those of experts in each field. Stay tuned for new episodes of Spark by Révolutionnaire and follow us on TikTok and Instagram at @revolutionnaire.co

Spark Access to Music Education

Shawnee Kish is revolutionary. As a Mohawk singer-songwriter, Shawnee was nominated for the 2022 Juno Award for Contemporary Indigenous Artist. Her debut EP was released in 2021. In the same year she was the creator of "Music Is My Medicine", a symphonic work which was performed by the National Arts Centre Orchestra. Shawnee is an outspoken advocate for her 2SLGBTQ+ and Indigenous communities and has shared the stage with some of the world's biggest names — Lady Gaga, Madonna and Alicia Keys to name a few.  Tune into this special Be Revolutionary episode of Spark to learn more about Shawnee, why she is lending her voice to amplify the work of music education charity MusiCounts, and what makes her revolutionary.

Spark The End of Cis-Hetero-Normativity

On this episode of Spark by Révolutionnaire we talk about embracing inclusivity, acceptance, and celebration in a world where Cis-Hetero-Normativity and judgment run rampant. We are excited to be joined by special guest Ally Smith. As a Queer, Southern Black woman Ally has fought tirelessly to affirm the identities that have shaped her. She says no to the status quo and uses her passionate words, featured in various national publications including Teen Vogue and The Guardian, to authentically express her experiences.  Spark by Révolutionnaire is the podcast for Gen Z by Gen Z. From advocacy to adulting and everything in-between, each episode discusses a unique topic that we, as young people, are passionate about and infuses our diverse perspectives with those of experts in each field. Stay tuned for new episodes of Spark by Révolutionnaire and follow us on TikTok and Instagram at @revolutionnaire.co

Spark Accessibility with Taylor Lindsay-Noel

Révolutionnaire co-founders Justice + Nia guest co-host this special Be Revolutionary episode of Spark by Révolutionnaire with special guest Taylor Lindsay Noel. The three have a conversation about the importance of inclusivity and accessibility as well as the work of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Centre.  Taylor Lindsay-Noel is revolutionary. 15 years ago, she was a Canadian national gymnast, but under the coercion of her coach, she had a devastating accident that instantly paralyzed her from the neck down for life. Despite this setback, she persevered, and today, Taylor is not only the founder of the tea company Cup of Té but also a motivational speaker, accessibility advocate (@accessbytay) and proud board member of the Holland Bloorview Foundation.  Head to www.joinrev.co to learn more about Taylor’s work and find the visuals for this episode, learn more about her, the essential role of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital in her journey, and what makes her revolutionary. Stay tuned for new episodes of Spark by Révolutionnaire and follow us on TikTok and Instagram at @revolutionnaire.co