The Legacy Lounge (2026)

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1 Season

January 30, 2026

English

Talk

Synopsis

A reimagined format of The Legacy Awards and is part of an ongoing partnership with CBC, four in-depth conversations with a new group of Black Academy honourees, highlighting their contributions to society and the legacies they are creating.

Creator

Andrew Barnsley, Stephan James, Shamier Anderson

Network

CBC News Network, CBC Gem

Episodes

Wes Hall

Jan 30, 2026

22 min

Stephan and Shamier 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.

Fefe Dobson

Jan 30, 2026

22 min

Stephan and Shamier 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.

Amanda Brugel

Jan 30, 2026

22 min

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.

Basement Gang

Jan 30, 2026

22 min

TikTok stars Basement Gang share how basement dance sessions became a viral movement celebrating Black joy and community. Actor Adrian Holmes joins to talk about purpose, friendship, and impact.