Feature Friday

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 and are sponsored and supported by ShiftKey Labs, with giveaways of two $50.00 e-gift cards for every episode. There will also be the opportunity to win gift cards from local Black businesses. 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=tag Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ans-social-innovation-youth-lab-909b961b3/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ansyouthlab/featured Follow One North End on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/one_north_end/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneNorthEnd Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/onenorthend/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OneNorthEnd

Episode 4: "My Superpower is my Vulnerability" with Gary Beals 04/26/2024

Episode 4: "My Superpower is my Vulnerability" with Gary Beals Our guest for this month's Feature Friday is Gary Beals! Gary Beals is a Juno nominated artist celebrated for his soulful voice and captivating performances. Born and raised in Cherry Brook, Nova Scotia, Gary's journey in music began at a young age, singing in local church choirs and talent competitions. His breakthrough came on the inaugural season of "Canadian Idol" in 2003, where his magnetic voice propelled him into the spotlight, establishing him as one of the show's standout contestants, securing a notable second place finish. Following that success, he released his self-titled debut album in 2004, solidifying his reputation in R&B and soul music. A career spanning 20+ years, Gary has consistently enchanted audiences with dynamic performances and heartfelt music, releasing four studio albums that reflect his personal and artistic evolution. His commitment to his craft is evident throughout. Recognized for his contributions to Canadian music, he has received numerous awards and honours, including the Premier of his home Province declaring November 22, 2003, as "Gary Beals Day". Gary's journey is a testament to his passion, perseverance, dedication, and his unwavering authenticity. With his soulful voice, timeless music, and undeniable talent, he continues to inspire and empower audiences worldwide, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of music lovers everywhere. We are grateful to have had the opportunity to host the empowering Gary Beals for our Feature Friday this month! 00:00 - Introduction 3:00 - Gary’s journey into music 6:20 - What inspires Gary’s music 12:05 - What was Gary’s experience like on Canadian Idol 17:35 - The importance of support 24:50 - Gary’s musical creation process 31:55 - Finding strength through perseverance 37:20 - Gary’s role models 48:40 - Current projects Gary is working on 39:50 - Gary’s journey to embracing his true self 51:40 - One Word Checkout! Follow ANS Lab on: Instagram: Facebook: Linkedin: Follow One North End on: Instagram: Facebook: Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/onenorthend/ /episode/index/show/4bf51eb9-6368-4868-8a40-d321ff68596f/id/30999033

Episode 3: "Create Once, Distribute Forever" with Ross Simmonds 03/29/2024

Episode 2: "Closed Mouths Don't Get Fed" with Nickaya Parris 02/23/2024

Episode 1: Meet the Hosts, Aaliyah and Trevor! 01/26/2024

Feature Friday Trailer 01/25/2024

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