The Rising Roses

7. What are civil rights?

We are always told that we have rights, and that these should be protected. But what are they really, and do they actually protect us from harm? In this episode we explore it’s legal definition and historical events that shaped it. You can find complete transcripts and more resources at our website [https://www.therisingroses.ca/]. Co-Hosted by Phuong and Lapis; produced by Vu Hai Nguyen; cover design by Bridjet Lee; music by Oscar Abley.

Halloween

Spooky season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than listening to Phuong and Lapis talk about witchcraft? Delve into the historic legacy of witches and how this relates to women’s representation in horror movies and beyond. You can find complete transcripts and more resources at our website [//therisingroses.ca]. Co-Hosted by Phuong and Lapis; produced by Vu Hai Nguyen; cover design by Bridjet Lee; music by Oscar Abley.

5. Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving! For some, it’s about turkey and awkward family dinners. For others, it’s a stark reminder of colonialism’s ongoing legacies. Whether you celebrate it or not -- Lapis and Phuong discuss how to engage more meaningfully with this holiday. You can find complete transcripts and more resources at our website [https://www.therisingroses.ca/]. Co-Hosted by Phuong and Lapis; produced by Vu Hai Nguyen; cover design by Bridjet Lee; music by Oscar Abley.

4. Names in our Communities

Names can anchor us to the histories of our communities. Lapis and Phuong dive deeper into the significance of changing names, especially if they uphold damaging legacies. You can find complete transcripts and more resources at our website [https://www.therisingroses.ca/]. Co-Hosted by Phuong and Lapis; produced by Vu Hai Nguyen; cover design by Bridjet Lee; music by Oscar Abley.

3. Part 1: What's in a name?

A name is a powerful thing, it’s how we define our reality. When even our name is taken out of our control, the damage can be subtle but no less painful. You can find complete transcripts and more resources at our website [https://www.therisingroses.ca/]. Co-Hosted by Phuong and Lapis; produced by Vu Hai Nguyen; cover design by Bridjet Lee; music by Oscar Abley