Episode 1: Wes Hall
Stephan James and Shamier Anderson celebrate Wes Hall’s journey from rural Jamaica to Bay Street. They’re joined by Walid Soliman and Clement Virgo to discuss resilience, faith, and BlackNorth’s mission.
The Legacy Lounge is a dynamic In Conversation honouring the legacy and achievements of Black Canadians. The series features in-depth conversations with a new group of Black Academy honourees, highlighting their contributions to society and the legacies they are creating. The Legacy Lounge is a reimagined format of The Legacy Awards and is part of an ongoing partnership with CBC.
The Legacy Lounge will deliver four 30-minute episodes, each designed to inspire, entertain, and encourage thoughtful reflection. Styled in an intimate lounge, Shamier and Stephan will dive deep into heartfelt conversations that explore each honouree’s journey, their impact on society, and the legacies they are building. With a perfect blend of inspiration, laughter, and deep reflection; it’s where culture meets conversation.
The series offers a blend of inspiration, laughter, and meaningful dialogue, celebrating Black excellence in Canada. A diverse lineup of honourees, including celebrities and thought leaders, will share their stories and highlight their impact across various fields.
Episode 1: Wes Hall
Stephan James and Shamier Anderson celebrate Wes Hall’s journey from rural Jamaica to Bay Street. They’re joined by Walid Soliman and Clement Virgo to discuss resilience, faith, and BlackNorth’s mission.
Episode 2: Fefe Dobson
Stephan James and Shamier Anderson sit with rock trailblazer Fefe Dobson on her Scarborough roots, finding her voice, and carving her own lane in pop-punk—proving that resilience can break any mold.
Episode 3: Amanda Brugel
Actor Amanda Brugel talks about growing up as a “movie brat,” her later breakthroughs, and motherhood. Weyni Mengesha and Barb Godfrey highlight her grit, talent, and ability to reinvent herself.
Episode 4: Basement Gang
TikTok stars Basement Gang discuss how their basement dance sessions turned into a viral movement celebrating Black joy and community. Adrian Holmes joins to talk about purpose, friendship, and impact.
We acknowledge the land we are meeting on is the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. We also acknowledge that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit.