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This week, we share some tips on how to have a thoughtful Thanksgiving, then talk about Snack Cakes! Also, a quick teaser about our theme for November, before diving into a real big conversation about social progress and people's perception of the passing of time! Also, we have snacks in the studio, and we're not even sorry about it. Sometimes, you have a hard week and you need some fucking snacks, okay?! Finally, does choosing to pour your life into work instead of spending time with toxic family members make you a jerk? Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking @tomzalatnai @redrandom @boxlessthoughts @visionisbeauty @akeemtweetz www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada Music: http://www.bensound.com/roy

We start this episode with a great conversation about reconciliation & the value of land acknowledgements, Juniper tells us that they audit classes for fun, and Akeem is super confused about why anyone would go to school for fun! Then, Tom checks in and sees how the newbies are feeling after their first few months of hosting, which leads to a great chat about the importance of surrounding yourself with different people to learn how to grow. Then, we talk about how it's kinda super trash that dental care costs as much as it does, before going off on a spicy adventure with Haitian Pikliz and Trinidadian Pepper Sauce! Finally, we talk about whether or not it's weird to eat an orange in the shower, and how to deal with disrespectful audience members at a comedy show. Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalk

For the month of September, we're going to donate $1 to help buy school supplies for kids in need for every new rating/review we get on Stitcher & Apple Podcasts! Help us help kids get what they need to make school as awesome as possible for them! In the final instalment of our Teacher Series, we sit down with special guest Matt Goldberg from Confabulation! In addition to running the long-running storytelling show, he also teaches English at Vanier College! We start the show with a great chat about Liberal Guilt & owning up to your shortcomings, then talk about how the Conservative Party of Canada is Definitely The Worst Option. Then, Matt tries to convince Akeem that the CEGEP system is actually a really great thing. Next, we have a great conversation about "the death of the artist" and the idea of separating an artist from their work. Also, can people write things about experiences they themselves have never lived and still write things that are valuable? Finally, we hop over to reddit.com/amitheasshole to

For the month of September, we're going to donate $1 to help buy school supplies for kids in need for every new rating/review we get on Stitcher & Apple Podcasts! Help us help kids get what they need to make school as awesome as possible for them! In Part 3 of our Teacher Series, we sit down with guest educator Sara Meleika for a great chat about how racism & identity politics play out in the school system and in performance spaces. We talk about the impact teachers have in shaping their students' perceptions about themselves, the value of inclusion & visibility, and why you shouldn't let fear of tokenism prevent you from making an effort to cast a more diverse group of people in your shows! Then, to wrap things up on a real silly note, we hop over to Reddit to find out about a guy who rubs his feet on his girlfriend's towel. Ugh. Check out Ladyfest! http://www.ladyfest.ca/ Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www

For the month of September, we're going to donate $1 to help buy school supplies for kids in need for every new rating/review we get on Stitcher & Apple Podcasts! Help us help kids get what they need to make school as awesome as possible for them! In Part 2 of our Teacher Series, we sit down with Westmount High School history teacher & NDG-Westmount Green Party candidate Rob Green! We talk about reconciliation and the uncomfortable parts of Canadian history, and the role teachers play in making sure their students are aware of things that the curriculum leaves out. We talk about adaptability in the classroom and the value of one-on-one teaching, the importance of teaching students about Climate Change, and thinking outside of your own narrative to learn empathy and change the world! Finally, we hop over to reddit.com/r/amitheasshole for a great conversation about whether or not all cops are bastards! Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordis

For the month of September, we're going to donate $1 to help buy school supplies for kids in need for every new rating/review we get on Stitcher & Apple Podcasts! Help us help kids get what they need to make school as awesome as possible for them! In Part 1 of our Teacher Series, we sit down with Seth Day from the Rad Child Podcast to talk about allyship in teaching, how to help facilitate hard conversations & teaching moments, and the messed up power dynamics of teachers dating their students. Then, we do our duty and dive into a thick, juicy Reddit question. Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking @tomzalatnai @boxlessthoughts @akeemtweetz www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada Music: http://www.ben

Happy Labor Day! Here's a bunch of fun clips from episodes 81-90 of the Up For Discussion Podcast! Featuring Tom Zalatnai, Simon Pelletier, Tim Blais, Vinny Francois, Laurent Pitre, Julian McKenzie, Tom Blais, Dr. Simon Clark, Johan DeNora, and Victoria Cheng! Leave us a review during the month of September and we'll donate $1 to help kids buy school supplies! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

How do you properly reflect on things that aren't your own lived experience? How does talking openly about your struggles on the internet build community and help foster strong relationships? What happens when you play Dr. Mario music at a funeral? Who the hell gets to age 28 and still thinks it's okay to pee in the bathroom sink? This episode is deeply personal and also deeply, deeply disturbing. Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking @tomzalatnai @redrandom @boxlessthoughts @visionisbeauty @akeemtweetz www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada Music: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music

What's in YOUR fridge right now? How mad would you be if your partner got the Sublime sun logo tattooed on their arm after specifically telling you they wouldn't? Should we be careful about what kind of jokes we make around our children? How do you deal with door-to-door evangelists? Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking @tomzalatnai @redrandom @boxlessthoughts www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada Music: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music

This week, we find out some troubling stuff about James McGill, the founder of McGill University, then have a great conversation about separating people's ideals from their work, gun control, and imposter syndrome! Finally, we weigh in on a shitty wedding situation. Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking @tomzalatnai @boxlessthoughts @akeemtweetz www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada Music: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music

In this extremely vulnerable episode, we share our Ice Cream eating habits, boundaries, and the ways we limit ourselves by doubting ourselves. Also, Kate can sing!! Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking @tomzalatnai @redrandom @akeemtweetz www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada Music: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music

Julian's back! Turns out, he and Akeem have a storied past. Also, Akeem and Juniper meet for the first time and things get weird! We talk Marvel Cinematic Universe, verbal slip-ups, hockey, and whether or not dumping water off your balcony makes you an asshole! Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking @tomzalatnai @visionisbeauty @akeemtweetz @jkamckenzie www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada Music: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music

This week, we're joined by Kayla-Marie Turriciano (@lifewithk_ay), the incoming Life Section editor for The Concordian! We talk about how and why Patreon matters, then dive into a pretty intense conversation about whether or not it's ever okay to ask someone about their sexual orientation, the problematic concept of gaydar, what makes good journalism, and more! Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking @tomzalatnai @redrandom @boxlessthoughts www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada Music: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music

Tom & Akeem sit down with special guest Fiona Maynard from the Humble Lion Podcast! We talk about the importance of finding time to rest and spend time with people when you're a Type A workaholic! Then, we give our takes on the CEGEP system (for our non-Quebecois listeners, CEGEP is essentially a mandatory pre-university/college program) before having a long, frank conversation about sex & sexuality! Upford Network Panel TOMORROW NIGHT! Buy one of the limited number of in-person tickets OR attend remotely by donation! https://www.facebook.com/events/326026118321341/ Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking @tomzalatnai @akeemtweetz www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada Music: http://www.bensound.com/

Well, it's Summer Time, which means it's like a thousand degrees in our studio! Not at the time of writing this episode description. I actually put in the air conditioner this morning, so it's really nice in here right now. But oh man, past-us had a ROUGH TIME. Enjoy this great discussion on how to stay cool in the summer, the difference between oatmeal and porridge, and whether or not it's okay to kill bugs! Then, we dive into the turtle's butt and talk theme music, book recommendations, and odd jobs! Next, we hop over to Reddit for a conversation about indecent exposure and nudity in the home! And, finally, Juniper explains what a 'Land Acknowledgement' is and why we'll be adding one to our show from here on out! Upford Network Panel! https://www.facebook.com/events/326026118321341/ Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.band

Your eyes meet across the room. He smiles. You smile. He holds up a big sign that says "do you still have beef jerky?" You nod. A friendship is born. This week, we called up Greg Schulz (@giantwerewolf) from Left Trigger Right Trigger for a great chat about video games, introversion, social anxiety, and more! Also, introducing our new cohost, Spoons! Come to our panel! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-upford-network-presents-podcasting-can-change-the-world-a-panel-tickets-64582898187 Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking @tomzalatnai @boxlessthoughts @redrandom www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada Music: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music

In the latest instalment of our ongoing Jeopardy bonus series, returning champ Jordan McRae takes on new challengers Nick Wheeler-Hughes and Andy Sherman! Will Jordan finally be dethroned, or will he continue to dominate? The answer might shock you. Check out The Dice of Destiny at Off-JFL! Listen to Canada's Young Leaders! Follow Andy on Instagram @andyshermanart! Do all the things! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking @tomzalatnai www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

Sometimes, you meet somebody on a commercial shoot, eat way too many burgers together, and then take over a year to have them as a guest on your podcast. This is one of those times. Tom and Akeem (@akeemtweetz) dissect their Burger King experience, Adrianne was on the local news! Would you hire someone based on their social media presence? Does killing a bee to troll your friend make you a jerk? How about starting to date while still living with your ex? Also please remember that for the rest of June, if you leave us an iTunes review we'll donate money to The Trevor Project! Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking @tomzalatnai @boxlessthoughts www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada Music: http://www.be

Who's your favorite Sheen? What's the most important thing to put in your wedding vows? Does eating a whole burrito without offering any to your partner make you an asshole? Is it rude to tell a small business owner that you're going to buy things on Amazon instead of buying them in person? Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking @tomzalatnai @boxlessthoughts www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada Music: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music

This week we're joined by activist & performing artist Juniper-Mae Gittens! We talk networking in creative communities, putting peanut butter on everything, and gender-feels! THEN we debut our newest segment- Am I The Asshole?! Does constantly forcing your spouse to question everything they believe in make you a jerk? Spoilers: yeah kind of a little bit. Check out Khaos at www.createkhaos.com or on Instagram @createkhaos! SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/upfordiscussion MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 BUY BENSON! https://crackersandjam.bandcamp.com @DownWithTalking @tomzalatnai @redrandom www.upfordnetwork.com Want to send us fan mail? Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada Music: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music