Episode 13

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22nd Aug 2022

Canadian Media: Contested Territory

What is Independent journalism and what role does it play in Canadian Politics? How do they complete with mainstream media? What is it like trying to sustain your work so you can have the freedom to say what needs saying? This episode of Blueprints is a discussion with Jeremy Appel, a freelance writer, podcaster and Canadian politico. He takes us through us journey to independence and provides great stories of what its like being a critical leftist surrounded by Conservative politicians. Jeremy leaves us hopeful that the media is not a lost cause - it is still contested territory that hold potential for political change.

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Blueprints of Disruption
A Podcast for Rabble Rousers
Blueprints of Disruption is dedicated to amplifying the work of activists, organizers and rabble rousers. This weekly podcast, hosted by Jessa McLean and Santiago Helou Quintero, features in-depth discussions that explore different ways to challenge capitalism, decolonize spaces and create movements on the ground. Together we will disrupt the status quo one episode at a time.

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Jessa McLean

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Host, Jessa McLean is a socialist political and community organizer from Ontario.

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