Jesse Wente
Storyteller in residence at Toronto Metropolitan University. He is also the chair of the Canada Council for the Arts.
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Jun 7, 2025 • 40min
Weekend Listen: How will Canadian film and TV change if streamers don't pay into it?
Join storyteller Jesse Wente, policy expert Vass Bednar, and screenwriter Anthony Q Farrell as they dive into the future of Canadian film and TV. They discuss the urgent need for updated CanCon regulations, especially with the rise of streaming giants like Netflix. The trio highlights the challenges of defining Canadian identity in film and preserving cultural narratives. They also explore how to promote authentic Canadian stories globally, ensuring that local talent thrives in a changing media landscape.
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Sep 30, 2024 • 54min
How Indigenous survival offers a blueprint for everyone’s future: Jesse Wente
Jesse Wente, an Anishinaabe arts leader and chair of the Canada Council for the Arts, shares powerful insights on Indigenous resilience. He emphasizes that the future has lessons from the past, advocating for deep remembering to inspire change. Wente discusses the significance of Indigenous languages in cultural identity and sustainability. He also stresses the importance of Indigenous narratives in media, urging a reevaluation of our relationship with time and nature. Ultimately, he presents a vision where everyone can benefit from Indigenous wisdom.
