Blackout Podcast: Intimate Conversations With Amazing People Who Do Amazing Things. It is about unfiltered truth. A space to talk openly about life, art, mental health, family, beginnings and endings.
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Candace Mayers- Jewelry Designer/ Founder of Creative Fashion Hub Candace Mayers is a Trinidad-born creative who was raised in Brooklyn, New York. Her passion for fashion, design, and culture has shaped a creative journey rooted in community, storytelling, and self-expression. Beginning her career as a jewelry designer and founder of C.Francis Jewelry, Candace has since expanded her vision by…
When people ask for "African prints," they're usually asking for Kente—but Omolala knows there's so much more. That's why she started Ova Afrique: to educate, preserve, and celebrate the rich tapestry of West African fabrics and the stories behind them. In this episode, Omolala takes us inside her world, from sourcing 40-year-old Aso Oke for a Human Rights Commission project, to creating custom…
Melānie Mendez Munden is a multidisciplinary artist whose work spans fashion, film, and the visual arts. Her creative practice is driven by a passion for storytelling and a desire to explore the connections between artistic disciplines, using a variety of mediums to bring her ideas and vision to life. Expanding her platform for meaningful conversations, Melānie is launching her new radio show,…
André Myette - Theater Director / Wrestler / Actor If you live in Colchester County, chances are you’ve crossed paths with André Myette. As the Executive Director of the Marigold Cultural Centre, André is a major driving force in Truro's arts scene, but that’s just one of the many hats he wears. Originally from Antigonish, André moved to the area for business college and spent over 20 years…
Ilona is a Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Veteran, having turned an early fascination with aviation into a position as a helicopter pilot at one of Canada’s Tactical Helicopter Squadrons. After thirteen years in the CAF, Ilona was released following an injury. She continued in aviation for several years as a civilian helicopter flight instructor. Before & throughout her career in aviation, creativity…
He showed up to the East Coast Sessions feeling uncomfortable in his outfit, until he put it on and felt like himself. That's JR Slotta: an artist who's always willing to try something new, even when it pushes him outside his comfort zone. In this episode, JR breaks down his viral East Coast Sessions performance at the skate park, the story behind the song "On My Mind," and why he chose that track…
Stella Eusebius is a Nigerian creative, content creator and fitness enthusiast who currently lives in Nova Scotia, Canada. She is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with hopes to eventually go to medical school. Stella started content creation just for fun, but over time it’s turned into something bigger for her and she hopes to work with brands like Gymshark. Stella’s…
Quoia States is a Jamaican-Canadian Pop-fusion artist based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, known for her soulful vocals and genre-blending sound infused with Afro-Caribbean influences. With a captivating stage presence and an ability to connect deeply with audiences, she continues to establish herself as one of Atlantic Canada's emerging voices. In 2025, Quoia closed the Nova Scotia Music Week Main…
When Nenna decided to move her family to Canada, she left with an open mind and heart. Three years later, she's the founder of two businesses, a certified AI consultant, and a community-builder who has trained over a dozen immigrant entrepreneurs! In this episode of The Blackout Podcast, Nenna shares how she got her start: from her father's lessons about running toward storms, to her Igbo…
Jéa is a Toronto-born artist of Jamaican and Native Canadian roots, now based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Her sound is raw, soulful, and honest, blending smooth R&B textures with playful storytelling and emotional depth. Influenced by artists like Snoh Allegra, Jaz Karis, and Alex Isley, she explores themes of heartbreak, hope, manifestation, and love through her music. Since debuting in 2023, she’s…
