Fireflies in Winter: In Conversation with Eleanor Shearer

The Heroes’ Journey

The monomyth, otherwise known as the “hero’s journey” is a story structure popularized by Joseph Campbell in his book “The Hero With A Thousand Faces.”   It’s a classic storytelling pattern that has been repeated time and time again from myths around the world.   Host Jacob Shymanski and guest Red Széll explore the concept of the monomyth and debate if it really is the human story society craves.   In the latter portion of the show, Red reflects on his 100th episode of the “My Life In Books” podcast.   This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.  Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Fridays and Saturdays at 1 p.m. ET.  Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe  [https://www.instagram.com/amiaudiobookcafe/] We want your feedback! Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!  Our email address is: AudiobookCafe@ami.ca  [AudiobookCafe@ami.ca ] About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca. Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+ [https://www.amiplus.ca/] Learn more at AMI.ca [https://www.ami.ca/] Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online: * X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia [https://x.com/AccessibleMedia] * Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / [https://www.instagram.com/accessiblemediainc/]@AMI-audio [https://www.instagram.com/amiaudio_/] * Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc [https://www.facebook.com/AccessibleMediaInc/] * TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc [https://www.tiktok.com/@accessiblemedia] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Winter Witch: In Conversation with Jennifer Chevalier

Jennifer Chevalier’s fiction novel “The Winter Witch” captures the story of two sisters fleeing a curse aboard a bride ship from Normandy to 17th-century Quebec. Along the way they meet a mysterious witch who forces them to confront the truth of their past.  Host Jacob Shymanski chats with Jennifer about the research she did to create the book’s setting and characters. She also shares a Shelfie, her three favourite books with a magical theme.  This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.  Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Fridays and Saturdays at 1 p.m. ET.  Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe  [https://www.instagram.com/amiaudiobookcafe/] We want your feedback! Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!  Our email address is: AudiobookCafe@ami.ca  [AudiobookCafe@ami.ca ] About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca. Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+ [https://www.amiplus.ca/] Learn more at AMI.ca [https://www.ami.ca/] Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online: * X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia [https://x.com/AccessibleMedia] * Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / [https://www.instagram.com/accessiblemediainc/]@AMI-audio [https://www.instagram.com/amiaudio_/] * Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc [https://www.facebook.com/AccessibleMediaInc/] * TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc [https://www.tiktok.com/@accessiblemedia] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fireflies in Winter: In Conversation with Eleanor Shearer

“Fireflies in Winter” is the latest novel by Eleanor Shearer. The book explores themes of survival, love and freedom and follows a Jamaican Maroon orphan and an escaped slave hiding in the wilderness.  Host Jacob Shymanski chats with Eleanor about why she chose to write a historical literary fiction set in 17th century Nova Scotia. She also describes why she deliberately presented the book in a lyrical style of writing.  This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.      Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Fridays and Saturdays at 1 p.m. ET.  Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe  [https://www.instagram.com/amiaudiobookcafe/] We want your feedback! Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!  Our email address is: AudiobookCafe@ami.ca  [AudiobookCafe@ami.ca ] About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca. Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+ [https://www.amiplus.ca/] Learn more at AMI.ca [https://www.ami.ca/] Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online: * X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia [https://x.com/AccessibleMedia] * Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / [https://www.instagram.com/accessiblemediainc/]@AMI-audio [https://www.instagram.com/amiaudio_/] * Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc [https://www.facebook.com/AccessibleMediaInc/] * TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc [https://www.tiktok.com/@accessiblemedia] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

No Place Like Home: In Conversation with Jessica Barrett

Jessica Barrett’s new book “No Place Like Home” provides an honest glimpse into Canada’s housing crisis.   Host Jacob Shymanski chats with Jessica about the issues of housing affordability and the lessons Canada can take away from other countries.   She also reflects on her own housing experiences and explains the missing key to Canada’s housing crisis: understanding the meaning of home.   This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.  Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Fridays and Saturdays at 1 p.m. ET.  Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe  [https://www.instagram.com/amiaudiobookcafe/] We want your feedback! Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!  Our email address is: AudiobookCafe@ami.ca  [AudiobookCafe@ami.ca ] About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca. Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+ [https://www.amiplus.ca/] Learn more at AMI.ca [https://www.ami.ca/] Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online: * X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia [https://x.com/AccessibleMedia] * Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / [https://www.instagram.com/accessiblemediainc/]@AMI-audio [https://www.instagram.com/amiaudio_/] * Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc [https://www.facebook.com/AccessibleMediaInc/] * TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc [https://www.tiktok.com/@accessiblemedia] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Practicalities of Audiobooks

There’s an interesting cultural difference between print books and audiobooks. Print books have been around for centuries and have been deeply engrained into society. Audiobooks have also been around for a while and have seen many evolutions. From talking books, to books on tape and streaming services. However, they’re also often misunderstood.   Host Jacob Shymanski and guest Red Széll reflect on the medium of audiobooks and their significance in literature then and now. They also explore the wider practicalities of audiobooks including access, cost, listening habits and ideal settings for consumption.   In the latter portion of the show, Jacob shines the spotlight on Marco Pasqua and his new audiobook “From Potential to Purpose: Your Guide to Authentic Connections.”  This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.  Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Fridays and Saturdays at 1 p.m. ET.  Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe  [https://www.instagram.com/amiaudiobookcafe/] We want your feedback! Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!  Our email address is: AudiobookCafe@ami.ca  [AudiobookCafe@ami.ca ] About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca. Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+ [https://www.amiplus.ca/] Learn more at AMI.ca [https://www.ami.ca/] Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online: * X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia [https://x.com/AccessibleMedia] * Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / [https://www.instagram.com/accessiblemediainc/]@AMI-audio [https://www.instagram.com/amiaudio_/] * Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc [https://www.facebook.com/AccessibleMediaInc/] * TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc [https://www.tiktok.com/@accessiblemedia] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.