Missy D, a bilingual MC and rapper, shares her journey across Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Côte d’Ivoire, and Canada, shaped by a rich blend of musical influences. She highlights her latest project, “La Poursuite”, which explores themes of self-belief and overcoming adversity. Missy D also reflects on her Juno Fest performance and the vibrant local music scene. She speaks on the importance of community support and addresses the impact of the Lapu Lapu Festival tragedy in Vancouver, emphasizing the need for the BIPOC community to stand in solidarity with the Filipino community. Looking ahead, she’s planning tours, new visuals, and possibly a New York performance. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on resilience, creativity, and community in Vancouver’s diverse music landscape.

Introducing Missy D - 0:00

Musical Origins and Global Influences - 9:12

Vancouver Journey and Hip-Hop Scene - 22.12

La Poursuite: A Musical Crossroads - 32:19

Performing at Juno Fest 43:18

Reflections on the Lapu Lapu Festival Tragedy in Vancouver - 49:04

Quick Fire Questions - 1:03:46

Intro Song : Matin Midi Soir - Missy D

Missy D’s top 2 song picks from her new project "La Poursuite,"

J’avance

Une Chance

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March is recognized as Developmental Disabilities Awareness month. In this episode of Black Van Club - On The Mic, we sit down with the talented poet, multidisciplinary artist, and community tender, Fanny Kearse. Fanny shares insights into their creative journey and their collaboration on “Glimmers”, a powerful docu-series and upcoming live event that explores the healing power of poetry, art, colour, and community. As a Black, queer, Jewish, disabled individual, Fanny’s work emphasizes themes of grief, joy, self-reclamation, and healing, and they discuss the importance of accessibility in creative spaces.

Join us as we dive into Fanny’s artistic process, the challenges of navigating health, identity, and community, and the beauty of collaboration in their creative practice. With special guests like poets Adonis Critter-King and Brandon Wint, and the musical talents of Kinfolk Nation, this episode is a celebration of healing through art and the power of showing up as your authentic self.

Don’t miss Fanny’s upcoming poetry and music show on March 27 at Performance Works on Granville Island!

Check out more information and ticket links on blackvanclub.com - Glimmers Event Link

Follow Fanny on Instagram @fannykearse

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Fanny Kearse, a Black, queer, Jewish artist, speaking into a microphone at a poetry event. She wears a denim jacket and a white turtleneck, smiling as she engages with the audience.

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In this episode of Black Van Club - On The Mic, we sit down with South African contemporary artist and dancer Lorin Sookool to explore her journey, her powerful work “Woza Wenties,” and the importance of decolonization in dance. Lorin shares how her upbringing in Durban, South Africa, shaped her artistic voice, and how she challenges traditional dance forms by centering her own story and rejecting colonial expectations of movement.

She unpacks the complexities of racial identity in South Africa, the impact of apartheid on perceptions of Black and Coloured communities, and the need for young dancers to embrace authenticity in their craft. Lorin also offers advice to aspiring artists on finding supportive communities and creating work that truly reflects their experiences.

This episode also highlights Lorin’s upcoming performances at the Vancouver International Dance Festival on March 5th and 7th. Make sure to witness her groundbreaking piece live.

Follow Lorin on Instagram to stay connected with her work! @koolsokool

Check her out in Vancouver. https://vidf.ca/lorin-sookool.html

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