Racialized 506 Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:38:42 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1741058 en-ca © 2026 Racialized 506 yes 26c63932-a29f-5509-83f5-c82781268ec5 Saint John Newcomers Centre episodic false "Racialized 506: Anti-Racism Conversations" is a podcast series that has been running since 2020, available on all major podcast platforms. This ongoing series aims to raise awareness and foster discussions about racism and discrimination, with a particular focus on the experiences of newcomers to Canada. Each episode explores a specific topic related to these issues, featuring insights from expert guests in the field.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Saint John Newcomers Centre https://storage.buzzsprout.com/nvt6m9q390udfmaa5cetj3bgggr8?.jpg Racialized 506 Racialized 506 /Anti-Racism Conversations Episode 07: Ralph Thomas & David Peters Racialized 506 /Anti-Racism Conversations Episode 07: Ralph Thomas & David Peters This Black History Month episode of Racialized 506 features Ralph Thomas and David Peters, co-founders of PRUDE Inc. and the New Brunswick Black History Society, sharing personal stories of confronting racism, founding inclusive organizations, and explaining why “Black history is world history.” 

They highlight Black innovators’ global contributions, the role of allies, and the importance of preserving local Black history while mentoring future generations and building more inclusive communities.

Hosted by: Lina Gharbiya (Settlement Manager, SJNC) & Bob Whitney (UNB History Professor, Retired)
Produced by: Saint John Newcomers Centre

]]> This Black History Month episode of Racialized 506 features Ralph Thomas and David Peters, co-founders of PRUDE Inc. and the New Brunswick Black History Society, sharing personal stories of confronting racism, founding inclusive organizations, and explaining why “Black history is world history.” 

They highlight Black innovators’ global contributions, the role of allies, and the importance of preserving local Black history while mentoring future generations and building more inclusive communities.

Hosted by: Lina Gharbiya (Settlement Manager, SJNC) & Bob Whitney (UNB History Professor, Retired)
Produced by: Saint John Newcomers Centre

]]> Saint John Newcomers Centre Buzzsprout-18658092 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0400 3128 4 7 full false Racialized 506 /Anti-Racism Conversations Episode 06: Noha Rabie Racialized 506 /Anti-Racism Conversations Episode 06: Noha Rabie In this episode of Racialized 506: Anti-Racism Conversations, hosts Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney welcome Noha Rabie back for a powerful discussion on racism in our schools. Together, they explore its impact on newcomers and their families, shedding light on the challenges faced by racialized communities in the region.

Key takeaway: Racism in schools deeply affects newcomers, influencing their sense of belonging and access to equitable education. This conversation highlights the urgent need for systemic change.

Tune in to hear Noha Rabie's insights and learn how we can create more inclusive environments for all.

]]> In this episode of Racialized 506: Anti-Racism Conversations, hosts Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney welcome Noha Rabie back for a powerful discussion on racism in our schools. Together, they explore its impact on newcomers and their families, shedding light on the challenges faced by racialized communities in the region.

Key takeaway: Racism in schools deeply affects newcomers, influencing their sense of belonging and access to equitable education. This conversation highlights the urgent need for systemic change.

Tune in to hear Noha Rabie's insights and learn how we can create more inclusive environments for all.

]]> Saint John Newcomers Centre Buzzsprout-16889637 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0300 2350 4 6 full false Racialized 506 /Anti-Racism Conversations Episode 05: Therese Trofimencoff Racialized 506 /Anti-Racism Conversations Episode 05: Therese Trofimencoff In this episode of "Racialized 506: Anti-Racism Conversations," hosts Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney sit down with Therese Trofimencoff, Anti-Racism & Equity Lead at the Anglophone South School District. The discussion delves into the critical issue of racism in our schools and its profound impact on newcomers and their families. Therese shares insights into the challenges faced by racialized students, the importance of equity in education, and the steps being taken to create more inclusive learning environments.

Key takeaway: Schools are pivotal spaces for fostering anti-racism, yet systemic barriers remain. Tune in to hear Therese's perspective on how we can work together to build equitable educational systems that support all students.

]]> In this episode of "Racialized 506: Anti-Racism Conversations," hosts Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney sit down with Therese Trofimencoff, Anti-Racism & Equity Lead at the Anglophone South School District. The discussion delves into the critical issue of racism in our schools and its profound impact on newcomers and their families. Therese shares insights into the challenges faced by racialized students, the importance of equity in education, and the steps being taken to create more inclusive learning environments.

Key takeaway: Schools are pivotal spaces for fostering anti-racism, yet systemic barriers remain. Tune in to hear Therese's perspective on how we can work together to build equitable educational systems that support all students.

]]> Saint John Newcomers Centre Buzzsprout-16889575 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0300 2419 4 5 full false Racialized 506 /Anti-Racism Conversations Episode 04: Inspector Anika Becker Racialized 506 /Anti-Racism Conversations Episode 04: Inspector Anika Becker In this episode of "Racialized 506: Anti-Racism Conversations," hosts Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney sit down with Inspector Anika to discuss how the KV Police Force has adapted to the changing multicultural landscape of Saint John and surrounding areas. The conversation explores the challenges, training, and improvements in police interactions with newcomers, particularly those from racialized backgrounds. Listeners will gain insights into the complexities of law enforcement in an increasingly diverse community.

Key takeaway: The KV Police Force is actively working to adapt its practices and training to better serve the changing population, but there's still room for improvement in addressing racism and enhancing interactions with newcomers.

Tune in to hear Inspector Anika's perspective on these crucial issues and learn about the steps being taken to create a more inclusive and understanding police force.

]]> In this episode of "Racialized 506: Anti-Racism Conversations," hosts Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney sit down with Inspector Anika to discuss how the KV Police Force has adapted to the changing multicultural landscape of Saint John and surrounding areas. The conversation explores the challenges, training, and improvements in police interactions with newcomers, particularly those from racialized backgrounds. Listeners will gain insights into the complexities of law enforcement in an increasingly diverse community.

Key takeaway: The KV Police Force is actively working to adapt its practices and training to better serve the changing population, but there's still room for improvement in addressing racism and enhancing interactions with newcomers.

Tune in to hear Inspector Anika's perspective on these crucial issues and learn about the steps being taken to create a more inclusive and understanding police force.

]]> Saint John Newcomers Centre Buzzsprout-15363208 Thu, 04 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0300 1486 4 4 full false Racialized 506 /Anti-Racism Conversations Episode 03: Carley Parish, K.C Racialized 506 /Anti-Racism Conversations Episode 03: Carley Parish, K.C Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney welcome lawyer Carla Parish to discuss how the legal profession in Saint John is responding to the influx of newcomers from diverse backgrounds. This episode delves into the most common legal concerns faced by newcomers, and the challenges legal professionals encounter when working with clients from different cultural backgrounds.

Key takeaway: The legal system is grappling with adapting to the needs of a more diverse population, highlighting the importance of cultural competence and addressing systemic racism in legal practices.

Listen to gain valuable insights into the legal landscape for newcomers and learn about the efforts being made to create a more equitable legal system in the region.

]]> Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney welcome lawyer Carla Parish to discuss how the legal profession in Saint John is responding to the influx of newcomers from diverse backgrounds. This episode delves into the most common legal concerns faced by newcomers, and the challenges legal professionals encounter when working with clients from different cultural backgrounds.

Key takeaway: The legal system is grappling with adapting to the needs of a more diverse population, highlighting the importance of cultural competence and addressing systemic racism in legal practices.

Listen to gain valuable insights into the legal landscape for newcomers and learn about the efforts being made to create a more equitable legal system in the region.

]]> Saint John Newcomers Centre Buzzsprout-15363202 Thu, 04 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0300 1155 4 3 full false Racialized 506 /Anti-Racism Conversations Episode 02: Noha Rabie Racialized 506 /Anti-Racism Conversations Episode 02: Noha Rabie In this revealing episode, hosts Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney interview Noha Rabie, about her experiences settling in the region. The discussion covers the preparedness of local institutions in welcoming newcomers, and the challenges faced by racialized newcomer youth in and out of school.

Key takeaway: While Saint John has made strides in welcoming newcomers, there are still significant challenges, particularly for racialized individuals and youth, indicating a need for continued efforts to combat racism and improve support systems.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear a firsthand account of the newcomer experience in Saint John and gain a deeper understanding of the work still needed to create a truly inclusive community.

]]> In this revealing episode, hosts Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney interview Noha Rabie, about her experiences settling in the region. The discussion covers the preparedness of local institutions in welcoming newcomers, and the challenges faced by racialized newcomer youth in and out of school.

Key takeaway: While Saint John has made strides in welcoming newcomers, there are still significant challenges, particularly for racialized individuals and youth, indicating a need for continued efforts to combat racism and improve support systems.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear a firsthand account of the newcomer experience in Saint John and gain a deeper understanding of the work still needed to create a truly inclusive community.

]]> Saint John Newcomers Centre Buzzsprout-15363201 Thu, 04 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0300 2272 4 2 full false Racialized 506 /Anti-Racism Conversations Episode 01: Phylomène Zangio & Alexandra Fournier Racialized 506 /Anti-Racism Conversations Episode 01: Phylomène Zangio & Alexandra Fournier Lina and Bob Whitney talk to Phylomene Zangio, Chair, NB Human Rights Commission & Allie Fournier, Senior Education Officer, New Brunswick Human Rights Commission. They talk about New Brunswick Human Rights Act and the recourse newcomers have filing a human rights complaint.

Links mentioned in the Podcast:
🔗 The New Brunswick Human Rights Commission website: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/departments/nbhrc.html
🔗 New Brunswick Human Rights Commission ‘Resources for Newcomers’ page: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/departments/nbhrc/resources/resources-for-newcomers.html
🔗 New Brunswick Human Rights Commission ‘Contact Us’ page: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/contacts/dept_renderer.6123.html

]]> Lina and Bob Whitney talk to Phylomene Zangio, Chair, NB Human Rights Commission & Allie Fournier, Senior Education Officer, New Brunswick Human Rights Commission. They talk about New Brunswick Human Rights Act and the recourse newcomers have filing a human rights complaint.

Links mentioned in the Podcast:
🔗 The New Brunswick Human Rights Commission website: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/departments/nbhrc.html
🔗 New Brunswick Human Rights Commission ‘Resources for Newcomers’ page: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/departments/nbhrc/resources/resources-for-newcomers.html
🔗 New Brunswick Human Rights Commission ‘Contact Us’ page: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/contacts/dept_renderer.6123.html

]]> Saint John Newcomers Centre Buzzsprout-15363186 Thu, 04 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0300 2091 4 1 full false Racialized 506 Episode 6: Community Perspectives - Final Episode Racialized 506 Episode 6: Community Perspectives - Final Episode Our guests today Marwa Hasan, Emily MacMackin and Somaditya Das will be talking about their personal experiences living as immigrants and long time Canadians with multiculturalism. These conversations reflect how multiculturalism affects social issues, public policy and daily life in local communities like Saint John.

Our Second Season of Racialized 506 starts September 2021.  Stay Tuned!



]]> Our guests today Marwa Hasan, Emily MacMackin and Somaditya Das will be talking about their personal experiences living as immigrants and long time Canadians with multiculturalism. These conversations reflect how multiculturalism affects social issues, public policy and daily life in local communities like Saint John.

Our Second Season of Racialized 506 starts September 2021.  Stay Tuned!



]]> Saint John Newcomers Centre Buzzsprout-8775200 Mon, 28 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0300 3992 1 6 full false Racialized 506 Episode 5: Community Perspectives Racialized 506 Episode 5: Community Perspectives Our guests for this week are well established women in the community who have made the choice solely to wear the hijab. You will hear the stories of our three guests: Noha Eshra, Paula Radwan and Sadaf Anjum who have faced  many challenges and will  share with us their own stories and journey with the hijab.

]]> Our guests for this week are well established women in the community who have made the choice solely to wear the hijab. You will hear the stories of our three guests: Noha Eshra, Paula Radwan and Sadaf Anjum who have faced  many challenges and will  share with us their own stories and journey with the hijab.

]]> Saint John Newcomers Centre Buzzsprout-8748526 Tue, 22 Jun 2021 22:00:00 -0300 3488 1 5 full false Racialized 506 Episode 4: Community Perspectives Racialized 506 Episode 4: Community Perspectives Our guests, Chloe, Isabela , and Rodrigue Hébert  chose Saint John, NB as their home, are all individuals who bring a diversity of language to our community. All coming from different linguistic backgrounds,  they speak English or French with non-traditional, maritime accents. In this episode, each of our guests will be sharing their experiences and challenges. 

]]> Our guests, Chloe, Isabela , and Rodrigue Hébert  chose Saint John, NB as their home, are all individuals who bring a diversity of language to our community. All coming from different linguistic backgrounds,  they speak English or French with non-traditional, maritime accents. In this episode, each of our guests will be sharing their experiences and challenges. 

]]> Saint John Newcomers Centre Buzzsprout-8712623 Wed, 16 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0300 3007 1 4 full false Racialized 506 Episode 3: Community Perspectives Racialized 506 Episode 3: Community Perspectives Our three new guests of the week: Terence Chandra, Mariam and Sarah Fellah will be sharing  their experiences with anti-racism and how they were able to overcome antiracism in Saint John, New Brunswick. 

]]> Our three new guests of the week: Terence Chandra, Mariam and Sarah Fellah will be sharing  their experiences with anti-racism and how they were able to overcome antiracism in Saint John, New Brunswick. 

]]> Saint John Newcomers Centre Buzzsprout-8671591 Wed, 09 Jun 2021 04:00:00 -0300 2266 1 3 full false Racialized 506 Episode 2: Community Perspectives Racialized 506 Episode 2: Community Perspectives In this episode, we will be talking with three new guests; Su Dange , Aisha Kuvatova and Mariam Saeed  about their experiences with anti-racism in Saint John, New Brunswick

]]> In this episode, we will be talking with three new guests; Su Dange , Aisha Kuvatova and Mariam Saeed  about their experiences with anti-racism in Saint John, New Brunswick

]]> Saint John Newcomers Centre Buzzsprout-8671582 Wed, 09 Jun 2021 04:00:00 -0300 2572 1 2 full false Racialized 506 Episode 1: Community Perspectives Racialized 506 Episode 1: Community Perspectives In this episode, we will be talking with three guests; Amanda LeBlanc, Matthew Martin and Maryam Naser about their experiences with anti-racism in Saint John, New Brunswick.

]]> In this episode, we will be talking with three guests; Amanda LeBlanc, Matthew Martin and Maryam Naser about their experiences with anti-racism in Saint John, New Brunswick.

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