In this inspiring episode, Hip Hop Emcee and DJ Sarah Good Medicine [aka MEdz (she/her)] joins us to talk about community, creativity, and transformation. With deep ancestral roots in Cree, Métis, and Chippewa nations from the Manitoba and North Dakota region, Sarah shares her journey as an artist, storyteller, and mentor in Mohkinstsis (Calgary, Alberta).

We explore what it means to use your medicine — your unique gifts and purposeto uplift others, nurture the next generation, and lead through authenticity. From her evolution in Hip Hop to her role as a “good Aunty” in her community, MEdz reflects on life transitions, cultural identity, and the power of music as healing.

🎧 Listen now to discover how music, culture, and community intertwine in Sarah’s journey — and how embracing your medicine can spark change.

In this episode of Behind the Music, we sit down with Chinelo, a multi-talented recording artist whose soulful voice, genre-blending sound, and intentional storytelling are making waves in Toronto and beyond.

Drawn to music from a young age, Chinelo first gained momentum through covers and remixes before releasing a string of singles that showcased her versatility. In November 2024, she dropped her debut EP CodeSwitch — a powerful project that moves seamlessly between R&B, Pop, and Afrobeats, reflecting her mission to create music that’s unorthodox yet grounded, expressive yet purposeful.

We dive into her journey of artistry and faith, exploring how letting go and letting God has shaped her music and her life. Chinelo opens up about the challenges of surrender, the importance of staying outside the box, and what it means to use music as both light and liberation.

If you’re an artist navigating your own path, or simply love hearing how faith, culture, and creativity collide, this conversation is full of wisdom, inspiration, and raw honesty.

Get ready to explore the journey of Mendosa, one of Toronto’s most exciting DJs blending Afrobeats, Amapiano, Coupé Décalé, Kompa, and Caribbean rhythms into electrifying sets. In this Behind the Music episode, Mendosa takes us from his roots in Congo to building his name in Toronto’s nightlife — including his influential residency La French, a sold-out event series that unites the city’s Francophone African community through music, culture, and dance.

He reflects on what it takes to grow as an artist: networking before you’re ready, staying close to the people you admire, and planting seeds even when time is scarce — lessons he learned during his school years while building credibility with Toronto DJs long before his big break. Mendosa also shares insights on mentorship, advocacy, and how staying purpose-driven creates the opportunities you need.

Perfect for DJs, artists, and newcomers navigating the Canadian music industry, this episode is filled with inspiration, cultural storytelling, and practical advice for anyone building a career in music.