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PULSE is a zine created annually by the Students of Colour Collective (SOCC) at the University of Victoria. The zine aims to celebrate our communities, and provide an outlet for BIPOC to share their experiences, stories and artistry. This year, the PULSE zine includes a podcast component, in collaboration with CFUV 101.9FM, wherein each episode we sit down with a BIPOC artist who is featured in this year's edition of PULSE, to talk about art, the importance of community, and what compels them to create.

Podcast episodes

Check latest episodes from PULSE Zine podcast

Camryn Chew

2021/07/02

In this episode host Neha Saxena sits down with Camryn Chew - an actor, poet and writer. Camryn, whose poetry is featured in this year's edition of the PULSE zine, views herself as a multidisciplinary artist. During this episode, she discusses the many barriers Artists of Colour face as they pursue their dreams; healing from trauma; and the importance of amplifying the voices of people from marginalized groups.

Carolina Vik

2021/06/25

In this episode host Fune Arowobusoye sits down with Carolina Vik, who is from Brazil. Carolina does not describe herself as an artist but is passionate about video-making as a hobby. Her video submission for PULSE was the first video she ever created. In this episode, Carolina talks about her goals, remaining motivated, and not allowing anyone to put you in a box.

Folakemi Olorade

2021/06/18

In this episode host Fune Arowobusoye sits down with Folakemi Olorade, who is originally Nigerian and grew up in different countries around the world. Folakemi loves creating art with intention and painted her piece "Overwhelmed" for SOCC’s zine during an overwhelming exam season. In this episode, Folakemi talks about how creating art can be a form of healing even when we're feeling overwhelmed, lost, and unable to express ourselves.

Jasmine Blenman

2021/06/11

In this episode host Neha Saxena sits down with Jasmine Blenman, "a graphic designer by day, illustrator by night." Her illustration titled "Grow" is featured in this year’s PULSE zine. In this episode you'll hear Jasmine discuss how she's manifesting growth for 2021, especially after how difficult 2020 was for herself and so many others.

Jefus Enwere

2021/06/04

In this episode host Neha Saxena sits down with Jefus Enwere whose song "Shine" is featured in this year’s PULSE zine. Jefus discusses the power of conscious lyrics and motivational songs.

Nasim Asgari

2021/05/28

In this episode host Fune Arowobusoye sits down with Nasim Asgari whose poems "Burning," "Grenade," "Reminder to Self:’, and "Untitled" are all featured in this year’s PULSE zine. In this episode, you'll hear Nasim talk about grief, mourning, and prayer.

Sima Saxena

2021/05/21

In this episode host Fune Arowobusoye sits down with Sima Saxena, a South Asian woman who has been living in Canada for 32 years. Her poem, "Mom's Journey from India to Canada" was originally written in Hindi and translated into English for this year's PULSE publication. In this episode Sima talks about love, grief, and the struggles immigrants face like language barriers and other cultural differences.

Navjot Jassar

2021/05/14

In this episode host Neha Saxena sits down with Punjabi poet Navjot Jassar, to discuss her poem ‘Arnab’ which is featured in this year's PULSE Zine. Navjot talks about the importance of pursuing justice through art.

Pegah Ragland

2021/05/07

In this episode host Fune Arowobusoye sits down with Pegah Raglan, a Persian singer born in Canada whose family is from Iran. Her song ‘Liberation’ is featured in this year's PULSE Zine and was inspired by systems and institutions in society that oppress, rather than inspire.

Karissa Chandrakate

2021/04/30

In this episode host Neha Saxena sits down with 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗮 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗮𝘁𝗲, an Indo-Caribbean visual artist and photographer born in Trinidad and Tobago. Karissa talks about decolonizing artistry, cultural appropriation, and her work with Indigenous communities. Karissa’s illustration titled, ‘Sita’ is featured in this year's PULSE zine.