May 1, 20261 hourS3
On this month's episode of Feature Friday, we're excited to host MLA Suzy Hansen on the pod! Suzy is the MLA for Halifax - Needham and she chats about what it actually takes to serve community inside and outside the...
About this Podcast:
ANS Lab's Feature Friday is now a podcast!The goal of our long-standing Feature Friday initiative has always been to give you a platform to share your experiences, expertise, and passions. This platform hosts holistic conversations promoting stellar ANS community members and true allies, placing a focus on the fantastic work being done in the community to help close the employment gap for Blacks and ANS between the ages of 18-35. We inspire our audience by exploring your personal stories, what drives you, and your accomplishments. This year's 12 podcast episodes, which come out the last Friday of every month, are hosted by Aaliyah Arab-Smith and Trevor Silver.You can find the podcast on all podcast platforms as well as YouTube!Follow ANS Lab on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anslab/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ansyouthlab/?fref=tagLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ans-social-innovation-youth-lab-909b961b3/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ansyouthlab/feat
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What is Feature Friday about?
ANS Lab's Feature Friday is now a podcast! The goal of our long-standing Feature Friday initiative has always been to give you a platform to share your experiences, expertise, and passions.
What has Feature Friday covered recently?
Recent episodes include "S3E2: "Province House is the People's House" with Suzy Hansen" (1 May 2026, 60 minutes), "S3E1: "Purpose Builds Confidence" | PART 2" (13 February 2026, 40 minutes), and "Season 3 Premiere | Purpose Builds Confidence | PART 1" (30 January 2026, 37 minutes).
How often does Feature Friday publish?
Feature Friday publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 60 minutes across 31 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Feature Friday?
Booking probability for Feature Friday is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Feature Friday requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Feature Friday's contact route on record: verified email.
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Jan 30, 202637 minS3Season 3 is here! In part 1 of the premiere, Aaliyah and Trev catch up on life updates and reflect on what they've learned from past seasons — then Aaliyah shares what led her to med school, how purpose fuels...
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Nov 28, 202549 minS2Our guests for this month's Feature Friday are Kye Clayton and Jody Upshaw. Kye Clayton is a Halifax-based artist, producer, and certified audio engineer pushing the sound of Nova Scotia forward. As Manager of Youth...
Nov 14, 202541 minS2Our guest for this month's Feature Friday is Nathan Simmons. Nathan is an actor of compelling presence and range, best known for his role as Elgin Williams on the supernatural horror-mystery series FROM. Hailing from...
Oct 31, 202556 minS2Our guest for this month's Feature Friday is Nathan Simmons. Nathan is an actor of compelling presence and range, best known for his role as Elgin Williams on the supernatural horror-mystery series FROM. Hailing from...
Sep 26, 202559 minS2Our guest for this month's Feature Friday is Damini Awoyiga. Damini is a student, an activist, a spoken word poet, and the former Halifax's Youth Poet Laureate (2023-2024). Damini is the founder of Damini Creatives and...
Aug 29, 20251h 12mS2Our guest for this month's Feature Friday is Tyree Haley. Tyree Haley is a model, actor, and fitness coach with a deep passion for helping others unlock their full potential. Now based in Thailand, he runs a wellness...
Jul 25, 20251h 39mS2Our guests for this month's double feature is Shekara Grant and Curtis Whiley! Shekara Grant has ancestral ties to both Cherry Brook and Weymouth Falls, two of over 50 historic African Nova Scotian communities in this...
Jun 27, 20251h 20mS2Our guest for this months Feature Friday is Vanessa Hartley! Vanessa Hartley is an 8th-generation Black Loyalist descendant, born and raised in Shelburne, Nova Scotia. Her work and volunteer efforts demonstrate a deep...
May 30, 202548 minS2Our guest for this month's Feature Friday is Alfred Burgesson! Alfred Burgesson is an entrepreneur committed to driving inclusive innovation, economic growth, and social impact. Recognized as a 30 Under 30 Innovator and...
Apr 25, 20251h 35mS2Our guest for this month's Feature Friday is DeRico Symonds! DeRico Symonds is a 8th generation African Nova Scotian currently employed with the African Nova Scotian Justice Institute as the Director of Engagement and...
- Mar 28, 20251h 3mS2
Our guest for this month's Feature Friday episode is Daneesha Provo! Daneesha's journey has been all about growth, purpose, and impact, and she is excited to see where it takes her next. Right now, Daneesha is taking...
- Feb 28, 20251h 22mS2
Our guest for this month's Feature Friday, as well as first guest of season 2, is Angelina Simmonds! From North Preston, Angelina spent much of her early life as an athlete including basketball and competitive swimming...
- Jan 31, 202557 minS2
Season 2 of Feature Friday is brought to you by the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative administered by the Black Business Initiative. In this episode, hosts Aaliyah Arab-Smith and Trevor Silver dive into...
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