#6 The Journey of Bikes Without Borders w/Tanya

#6 The Journey of Bikes Without Borders w/Tanya

Welcome to the sixth episode of The Post Podcast with NIP! On this episode, we sit down with Tanya, founder of Bikes Without Borders, a Toronto based charity that spent over 15 years putting bikes into the hands of people who needed them most. From newcomer and refugee families to youth learning bike repair, Tanya shares the story of how a small idea turned into a program that impacted thousands of lives across the city and beyond. While Bikes Without Borders has now closed its doors, its impact continues through the people riding those bikes today. Tanya talks about the history of the organization, the realities of running a charity on almost no budget, the most rewarding parts of the work, and where people can still donate or get a bike in Toronto today.Contents of the Episode:0:00 Intro0:50 Welcome, Tanya1:02 The history of Bikes Without Borders4:49 The mission behind the organization6:54 Why bikes matter, a personal connection7:45 How Tanya got into cycling10:17 Favourite bike and cargo biking with a family11:56 Bike lanes, bike trails, and city cycling14:05 Partnering with Toronto Police for safety education15:22 What it actually costs to fix up a donated bike18:00 Why a bike is one of the cheapest investments you can make18:59 The Earn a Bike and Build a Bike programs20:37 Funding challenges and space struggles over the years25:49 Giving bikes to newcomer and refugee families29:00 Volunteer management and burnout31:02 Why programs like this matter for communities36:23 Balancing storytelling and social media with the actual work41:27 What Tanya would do differently starting over44:54 Studying nonprofit management and governance45:58 Competing for donor attention as a niche charity48:25 What's next for Tanya after Bikes Without Borders52:06 The ongoing challenge of getting donated bikes to where they're needed54:32 Other organizations to donate to or get a bike from59:44 Closing thoughtsLinks and Resources:Other organizations giving out bikes in Toronto:Bike Pirates: https://bikepirates.com/Charlie's FreeWheels: https://www.charliesfreewheels.ca/Culture Link Bike Hub: https://www.culturelink.ca/bike-hub/Scarborough Cycles: https://www.scarboroughcycles.ca/scarborough-cycles/Where you can donate bikes: https://bikeswithoutborders.org/donate-a-bikeFind local services in your area in Ontario: https://211central.ca/City of Toronto Operator: 311Ontario Operator: 211 If you would like to join us as a guest or sponsor an episode, please email podcast@nipost.org. Also find us at:Website: https://nipost.org/the-post-podcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/niptorontoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/niptoronto/X: https://x.com/niptorontoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/niptoronto/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nip_torontoTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niptoronto We are also available in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and anywhere you listen to podcasts.Subscribe for more insights and community support initiatives! #ThePostPodcast #Toronto #Downtown #Inform #Connect #Inspire #TPP #Community #NewEpisode #PodcastRecommendation #BikesWithoutBorders #Cycling

#5.5 Real or Fake Anime (The Post Podcast Minutes) w/Kabilash

Welcome to episode 5.5 of The Post Podcast with NIP! We spend a lot of time on The Post Podcast talking about things that matter deeply to our community. Housing. Energy bills. Rent Bank. Episode 5.5 is not that. Our host Seyon loves anime. Our guest Kabilash knows the big popular ones and that is about where it ends. So we did what any reasonable podcast would do: Seyon describes the most unhinged, hard-to-believe anime plots he could find, and Kabilash has to guess whether each one is a real anime or something Seyon just made up. Spoiler: The real ones are much harder to believe than the fake ones. This episode is a good time. That is the whole goal. Come watch. Contents of the Episode: 0:00 Intro 0:32 Explaining the game 01:34 Plot #1 03:47 Plot #2 07:05 Plot #3 09:59 Plot #4 13:30 Plot #5 14:38 Results 15:00 Recommendations for the real animes 16:42 Ending If you would like to join us as a guest or sponsor an episode, please email podcast@nipost.org. Also find us at: Website: https://nipost.org/the-post-podcast/ Facebook: @niptoronto Instagram: @niptoronto X: https://x.com/niptoronto LinkedIn: @niptoronto YouTube: @nip_toronto We are also available in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and anywhere you listen to podcasts. Subscribe for more insights and community support initiatives! The Post Podcast is produced by NIP Toronto, a community nonprofit based in Cabbagetown serving Toronto's downtown east. We run programs like the Toronto Rent Bank and the Energy Assistance Program, and we tell stories from the community and run events like the Moss Park Summer Festival and the Moss Park Community Information Fair. Leave a comment below with your anime recommendations for Seyon! #ThePostPodcast #Toronto #Downtown #Inform #Connect #Inspire #TPP #Community #NewEpisode #PodcastRecommendation #Anime

#5 Understanding the Toronto Rent Bank & Other Support Programs w/ Kabilash

Welcome to the fifth episode of The Post Podcast with NIP! On this episode, we talk with someone who helps connect the renters of Toronto to a very important resources: Toronto Rent Bank. They are the friendly voice at the other end of the line for renters who need urgent help, Kabilash. our Applicant Support Line Worker.Kabilash talks about the Toronto Rent Bank program, energy assistance program like EEF and LEAP, and more. Watch to learn of community support programs available in Toronto.Links and Resources: Apply for the Toronto Rent Bank grant: www.torontorentbank.caGet help with your rent bank application or apply for EEF/LEAP: 416-397-7368Find local services in your area in Ontario: https://211central.ca/City of Toronto Operator: 311Ontario Operator: 211Social Assistance (OW/ODSP): 416-338-8888Toronto Community Housing: 416-981-5500OESP: 1-855-831-8151If you would like to join us as a guest or sponsor an episode, please email podcast@nipost.org. Also find us at: Website: https://nipost.org/the-post-podcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/niptorontoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/niptoronto/X: https://x.com/niptorontoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/niptoronto/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nip_torontoWe are also available in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and anywhere you listen to podcasts. Subscribe for more insights and community support initiatives!#ThePostPodcast #Toronto #Downtown #Inform #Connect #Inspire #TPP #Community #NewEpisode #PodcastRecommendation #TorontoRentBank #financialassistance #renthelp #rentalassistance

#4 Muay Thai 101: The Art of Eight Limbs w/Liz and Anna

Welcome to the fourth episode of The Post Podcast with NIP!  On this episode, we talk with two inspiring and passionate practitioners of Muay Thai, Anna and Liz, about their journey with The Art of Eight Limbs. We dive into the art and discipline of Muay Thai with them. This is more than just a combat sport, it's a way of life. 🥊 💡 Contents of the Episode: 0:00 Intro 1:23 What is Muay Thai? 2:43 What drew you to Muay Thai? 6:03 Fight names and fighting styles 11:22 Muay Thai as a lifestyle and as therapy 16:04 Recommendation to kids as therapist 18:08 Favorite Memory at the gym 23:49 Breathing and finding your sound 25:39 A typical Muay Thai training session 27:59 Feeling energized after working out 29:10 Building the habit 31:46 Assumption about Muay Thai 34:00 Advice to someone interested in Muay Thai 37:00 Ending Follow us for more insights and community support initiatives! Links:  If you would like to join us as a guest or sponsor an episode, please email podcast@nipost.org. Also find us at:  Website: https://nipost.org/the-post-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/niptoronto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niptoronto/  X: https://x.com/niptoronto  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/niptoronto/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nip_toronto [https://www.youtube.com/@nip_toronto]   We are also available in Apple Podcasts, AmazonMusic, iHeartRadio, and anywhere you listen to podcasts.   #ThePostPodcast #Toronto #Downtown #Inform #Connect #Inspire#TPP #Community #MuyThai #MartialArts #women #inspiration #gym #MuayThai #MuayThaiLife #MuayThaiTraining #MuayThaiJourney #MuayThaiPodcast #FightLife #StrikingArts#CombatSports #MartialArtsLife #ThaiBoxing #RespectTheArt #NewEpisode #PodcastRecommendation

#3 Inside NIP's Free Income Tax Clinic w/ Russ

Welcome to the third episode of The Post Podcast with NIP! For three decades, NIP’s Income Tax Clinic has been assisting individuals with their tax filings, ensuring they get the refunds and benefits they deserve. In this episode, we dive into the clinic’s impact, the common tax challenges people face, and how our dedicated volunteers make tax season stress-free for so many. 💡 Contents of the Episode: ✅ How the clinic has helped more than 3000 households over 30 years ✅ Russ’ involvement with NIP and his contribution to the tax clinic ✅ Who qualifies for our free tax assistance ✅ Why you should file taxes even if you do not have to pay taxes ✅ Our tax clinic volunteers ✅ Process and challenges of the tax clinic 📅 Need help with your taxes? Contact Ron at 416-924-2543 extension 233 to book your appointments today! 🔔 Follow us for more insights and community support initiatives! Links: If you would like to join us as a guest or sponsor an episode, please email podcast@nipost.org. Also find us at: Website: nipost.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nip_toronto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/niptoronto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niptoronto/ X: https://x.com/niptoronto LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/niptoronto/ We are also available in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and anywhere you listen to podcasts. #ThePostPodcast #Toronto #Downtown #Inform #Connect #Inspire #TPP #IncomeTaxClinic #TaxHelp #CommunitySupport #TaxSeason #TaxTips #TaxAssistance #Community