The Degrassi Kid Podcast

Jocelyn Claybourne

Welcome to your teenage time capsule. It's time to get refreshed on your favourite Canadian high-school drama. Join Degrassi's biggest fan as they analyze Degrassi's history and go behind the scenes on the show's most memorable moments. If you're a Degrassi fan, this podcast is for you. read less

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Season 5 - Podcast Announcement!

Season 5 - Podcast Announcement!

500 - Are you ready for a brand new season? Degrassi superfan, Jocelyn Claybourne, is bringing you 10 brand new episodes all about Degrassi. We'll deep dive into your favourite behind the scenes moments, we'll interview the cast, crew and creatives from your favourite episodes and we'll introduce you to Degrassi fan experiences like you've never seen before. This season it's all about connecting you with your favourite Canadian TV show! Listen to our premier episode "The Copycat Effect: Why Degrassi's Biggest Moments Almost Never Happened" via Patreon on Saturday, February 3rd. Then, stream it everywhere on Monday, February 5th! Thank you for such an amazing year together! ---------- Want to support Degrassi fan projects? Visit patreon.com/degrassikid and find perks for supporting The Degrassi Kid Podcast! I recommend "The Ultimate Degrassi Fan" which gives you early access to episodes, extra bonus content and the ability to leave questions for our guests! Join "Mail To: De Grassi Street" to add monthly packages to your perks! With one subscription you can make Degrassi dreams come true!

Episodes

The Influence of Manny's Blue Bedazzled Thong

The Influence of Manny's Blue Bedazzled Thong

604 - Which Degrassi fashion statement stands out to you? For many of us, Manny's blue bedazzled thong is an iconic moment on the show. But for some, it impacted their life. Join us as we dive into the impact of Manny Santos’ look, explore why the thong became a symbol for so many young girls, and what Cassie Steele thinks about her unforgettable moment in “U Got The Look.” Tune in for a deep dive into the fashion and significance behind these classic Degrassi moments! 📺✨ If you love Degrassi, this podcast is for for you! Degrassi Fan Follow List: Editor - @EeveePaciniMelody (TikTok) - @cupcakemelltValerie (TikTok) - @valigalTaylor (Instagram) - @tayllaaaguuuuhh Catrina (Instagram) - @Triiny_4913

The Original Degrassi Kid - Zoe Newman (Ida Lucas)

The Original Degrassi Kid - Zoe Newman (Ida Lucas)

603 - What is it like to be the original Degrassi Kid? Zoe Newman appeared in the very first episode of Degrassi as the main character, Ida Lucas. Afterwards, she remained on the show as a supporting character while all of her friends on Degrassi Street had their stories told. That was 40 years ago. Today, she's here to tell us about her time on Degrassi. What does she remember about shooting the show? What moments did she keep from set? What did she do with her first Degrassi paycheck as an Elementary Student? If you love Degrassi, this podcast is for you! Degrassi Fan Checklist: Does Zoe Newman remember facts about her Degrassi character? Play Degrassi Trivia with us on Patreon! Follow our editor @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eeveepacini⁠

Discussing Degrassi Classic with Jolene (Sponsored Podcast)

Discussing Degrassi Classic with Jolene (Sponsored Podcast)

602 (Bonus) - What's your favourite moment on Degrassi Junior High? Jolene, a Degrassi fan from California, sponsors an episode of The Degrassi Kid Podcast and discusses the original Degrassi series with The Degrassi Kid! What are your favourite original Degrassi moments? Which characters do you see yourself in? What was it like to watch The Next Generation after growing up in the 80's? We discuss it all with our friend, Jolene! If you love Degrassi, this podcast is for you! Degrassi Fan Checklist: Follow Jolene on Instagram @jrsepe Follow our editor @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eeveepacini⁠

Degrassi: The Unauthorized Musical

Degrassi: The Unauthorized Musical

602 - What if Degrassi was a musical? Audrey Goodman, a writer in LA, answers this question in the brand new production "Degrassi: The Unauthorized Musical." Which of your favourite Degrassi moments made it onto the stage? How does song and dance improve the show? And what makes someone such a big Degrassi fan that they make a Degrassi musical in the first place? Today, we chat with creator Audrey Goodman and actress Capri Campeau to find out in this brand new episode of The Degrassi Kid Podcast. If you love Degrassi, this podcast is for you! Degrassi Fan Checklist: Follow Degrassi: The Unauthorized Musical on Instagram: @degrassithemusicalFollow Degrassi: The Unauthorized Musical on TikTok: @⁠degrassithemusical⁠ Follow our editor @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eeveepaciniGet your Degrassi: The Unauthorized Musical tickets: https://ucbcomedy.com/show/degrassi-the-unauthorized-musical-2/⁠⁠

🎬Live Author's Q&A with Degrassi's Stephen Stohn!

🎬Live Author's Q&A with Degrassi's Stephen Stohn!

601 - What does Degrassi's Executive Producer think about your fan questions? Stephen Stohn, wrote a memoir called "Whatever It Takes." It details his life in the music industry, as an Executive Producer on Degrassi and as a creator of shows like Riverdale, Instant Star, The LA Complex and more. Degrassi super fan, Jocelyn Claybourne, hosted an online book club where we discussed his book, watched his shows and listened to his music. Today, he's here to answer our questions about it. Why was Degrassi cancelled? What did Stephen think about Spinner and Emma's wedding? And what ever happened to the lost.. Degrassi movie?! If you love Degrassi, this podcast is for you! Degrassi Fan Checklist: Watch Bonus Content w/ Stephen Sohn on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/degrassikid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow our editor @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eeveepacini ⁠⁠ Thanks to Stanley Samuelsen for sponsoring this episode @your_biggest_fan_stan

A Conversation with Yan Moore, Degrassi's Head Writer

A Conversation with Yan Moore, Degrassi's Head Writer

510 - How did our favourite Degrassi characters come to life? Yan Moore shares stories from his role as Degrassi's Head Writer in the classic era and his return for Degrassi: The Next Generation. Which characters were Yan's favourite to write?How did he handle feedback from the network? And what made him think of the idea for Degrassi: The Next Generation? If you're a Degrassi super fan, this podcast is for you. _____________ Degrassi Fan Checklist: Join⁠⁠⁠ ⁠The Degrassi Kid Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠ for monthly fan events!Watch the video interview on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/DegrassiKid⁠!Visit patreon.com/degrassikid for our bonus interview content with Yan Moore!Follow our editor ⁠⁠⁠⁠@Eevee Pacini⁠⁠⁠⁠!

The Lost Degrassi Book (Arthur and Yick)

The Lost Degrassi Book (Arthur and Yick)

509 - Have you heard of Degrassi's lost media? Degrassi super fan, Jocelyn Claybourne, takes you through the mystery of Degrassi's lost book "Arthur and Yick." Why was the book cancelled? What was it supposed to be about? And who was meant to write it? Today, we uncover a mystery that's been lost for almost 40 years. If you love Degrassi, this podcast is for you! Degrassi Fan Checklist: Learn about the Heather/Wheels plotline on ⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/degrassikid⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Wednesday, May 29th) Hear a reading of "Arthur and Yick" on patreon.com/degrassikid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Wednesday, June 5th) Thanks to our editor @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eeveepacini ⁠ Thanks to: Mark Aaron Polger, Kathryn Ellis, Linda Schuyler and James Lorimer for their help with this episode.

The History of Degrassi's Books

The History of Degrassi's Books

508 - How much do you know about the world of Degrassi's books? Degrassi super fan, Jocelyn Claybourne, takes you through the world of Degrassi Junior High's novel series. Which book was deemed 'too controversial' for kids? What Degrassi student questions their sexuality? And what ever happened to.. the lost Degrassi book?! If you love Degrassi, this podcast is for you! Degrassi Fan Checklist: Visit ⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/degrassikid⁠⁠⁠ to support the podcast! Thanks to our editor @⁠⁠⁠⁠eeveepacini Thanks to: BetamaxKing, Degrassi Flashback and Classic Degrassi - The Unofficial Channel for having these Degrassi clips on their Youtube pages. Check 'em out!

Degrassi Trivia Night in Toronto (Documentary Recording)

Degrassi Trivia Night in Toronto (Documentary Recording)

507 - Do you have Whatever It Takes to win Degrassi Trivia? Degrassi superfan, Jocelyn Claybourne, hosts a live trivia event in Toronto and you're invited. This event will be recorded as part of a Degrassi documentary. Prizes will be awarded to the winners! If you love Degrassi, this event is for you! LIVE DEGRASSI TRIVIA! 19+ EVENT / FREE COVER!!Tuesday, April 30, 20247:30-9:00 PM EST (Doors @ 6:30) "Under The Alpine" 2872 Dundas Street West, Toronto ONTeams/Solo Players must register in advance. Book your spot before space run out, email: trivia@peacockalleytv.com Special thanks to: @wildbrainstudios and @peacocks_peacocking!

Jamie Johnston (Peter Stone) joins Degrassi Kid's TikTok Live

Jamie Johnston (Peter Stone) joins Degrassi Kid's TikTok Live

506 - Is this a dream come true? Degrassi superfans @EeveePacini and @Jocelyn Claybourne sit down for their weekly TikTok live event - when a familiar face joins in. Hangout with Jamie Johnston (Peter Stone) in this surprising interview. If you love Degrassi, this podcast is for you! Degrassi Fan Checklist: Visit ⁠⁠patreon.com/degrassikid⁠⁠ to watch the full video and support the podcast!Follow @Jamie Johnston on TikTok! @johnstjn!Follow @⁠⁠⁠eeveepacini

Degrassi Book Club (Snake)

Degrassi Book Club (Snake)

DEGRASSI EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT!! Do you want to join a Degrassi book club? Each week, we'll be reading through my favourite Degrassi book "Snake." If you love Degrassi, this book club is for you. Here's some more information: 👾 The Degrassi Kid Discord - The Dot (Patreon Only)🔴Saturday March 23rd / Saturday, March 30th / Saturday, April 6th 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Eastern The Degrassi Kid Book Club FAQ: Where can I find the "Snake" book? You can buy it here: Formac Lorimer - Degrassi Junior High "Snake!" 📚 🐍Where can I find the text version of this information? You can find it here! On a web browser go to Patreon Settings > More > Connected Apps > Discord and link your profile! It's that easy!Can I message you with more questions? Yes! I'd be so happy to hear from you! See you there!

The History of Degrassi Minisodes

The History of Degrassi Minisodes

505 - What's your favourite Degrassi mini? Is it when Sean comes back to Degrassi? When Liberty and Paige swap lives? Or when Eli goes off to college? In 2005, Degrassi was leading the charge around online web content. But soon, the world would catch up. How did Degrassi's minisodes change and grow as the world of online content grew with it? This week, we break down Degrassi's world of pirates, zombies and fairy tales in a brand new episode of The Degrassi Kid Podcast. If you love Degrassi, this podcast is for you! Degrassi Fan Checklist: Follow our editor @⁠eeveepacini ⁠Visit ⁠patreon.com/degrassikid⁠ for more minisode content!

Bonus: Degrassi Fan Questions w/ Jane Vaughn!

Bonus: Degrassi Fan Questions w/ Jane Vaughn!

504-2: Even more questions with Paula Brancati! Paula sticks around to answer all of your fan questions, like: What is Jane up to now? Would she still have a matching tattoo with Spinner?What was it like to record the music for Janie and The Studs? And what's her best memory from set? Thanks to all the Degrassi fans who made this episode possible! Degrassi Fan Checklist: Want more video interviews? Visit patreon.com/degrassikid⁠⁠Follow @⁠pbrancs⁠ on instagram!Follow our editor @⁠eeveepacini ⁠

The Paula Brancati Interview (Jane Vaughn)

The Paula Brancati Interview (Jane Vaughn)

504 - What's it like to play Jane on Degrassi? Paula Brancati sits down with a Degrassi superfan to talk about her auditions before Jane, her preparation for the boy's football team and.. what she really thinks about Spinner and Emma! If you love Degrassi, this podcast is for you! Degrassi Fan Checklist: Follow @pbrancs on instagram!Follow our editor @eeveepacini Visit patreon.com/degrassikid for more content with Paula (trivia & fan q's)

Grade 12 Students Pitch Story Ideas About Degrassi (1989)

Grade 12 Students Pitch Story Ideas About Degrassi (1989)

503 - What story would you pitch to Degrassi? After 35 years, Heinz Senger is reflecting on a Grade 12 project he assigned his students. Heinz was a Creative Writing teacher who had the opportunity for the Degrassi cast to visit his school -- and boy, did he take advantage of it. If you love learning about Degrassi's history, this podcast is for you. Degrassi Fan Checklist: Visit patreon.com/degrassikid to complete Heinz's project yourself! Then, join us for a Script Writing Workshop hosted at 7:30 PM EST on The Degrassi Kid Discord! Special thanks to: - "Kids Got You" by Alexander Anderson - Podcast editing by @EeveePacini - Guests: Heinz Senger, Kathryn Ellis

Parenting Degrassi w/ Pat Beaven (Degrassi Junior High)

Parenting Degrassi w/ Pat Beaven (Degrassi Junior High)

502 - All The Way With Stephanie Kaye's.. mom? You'll remember her as the mom who talks to Stephanie Kaye about sex, the one who tells Arthur he can't keep his little dog and the pharmacist who sells condoms to Wheels. Today, Pat Beaven is here to tell us what it's like to play a parent on Degrassi Junior High. What is it like to play Stephanie Kaye's mom?What behind the scenes facts have we never heard before? And how did Pat write about her time on Degrassi?! If you're a Degrassi superfan, this podcast is for you. Degrassi Fan Checklist: Read "Working Actor: My Brilliant Unsuccessful Career (Amazon) by Pat BeavenWatch the Pat Beaven video podcast on patreon.com/degrassikidListen to the bonus podcast "Anais Granofsky awarded grant for film making project (Playing With Time, 1992)" on patreon.com/degrassikid - coming Wednesday! --- Credits: Hosted by @DegrassiKid Degrassi Guest: @itspatbeaven Edited by: @⁠⁠eeveepacini⁠⁠

The Copy Cat Effect: Why Degrassi's Biggest Moments Almost Never Happened

The Copy Cat Effect: Why Degrassi's Biggest Moments Almost Never Happened

501 - Why was Degrassi so afraid to cover these topics? We're kicking off a brand new season with the hard hitting questions. How do you teach kids about self-harm and violence without teaching them how to do it? We'll take a peak at three topics: suicide, self-harm and gun violence and examine where Degrassi got it right.. and where they got it wrong. If you love Degrassi, this podcast is for you. Watch the "Top 10 Degrassi PSA's" on patreon.com/degrassikid coming this Wednesday. Thank you to @eeveepacini for being our first guest and for editing this episode! --- TW: This episode covers triggering topics like: suicide, self-harm and gun violence. If you feel uncomfortable by these topics in any way, please skip this episode and we'll see you next week. 🫂 Need help now? You can reach a professional counsellor at Kids Help Phone in English or French 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868.

Season 5 - Podcast Announcement!

Season 5 - Podcast Announcement!

500 - Are you ready for a brand new season? Degrassi superfan, Jocelyn Claybourne, is bringing you 10 brand new episodes all about Degrassi. We'll deep dive into your favourite behind the scenes moments, we'll interview the cast, crew and creatives from your favourite episodes and we'll introduce you to Degrassi fan experiences like you've never seen before. This season it's all about connecting you with your favourite Canadian TV show! Listen to our premier episode "The Copycat Effect: Why Degrassi's Biggest Moments Almost Never Happened" via Patreon on Saturday, February 3rd. Then, stream it everywhere on Monday, February 5th! Thank you for such an amazing year together! ---------- Want to support Degrassi fan projects? Visit patreon.com/degrassikid and find perks for supporting The Degrassi Kid Podcast! I recommend "The Ultimate Degrassi Fan" which gives you early access to episodes, extra bonus content and the ability to leave questions for our guests! Join "Mail To: De Grassi Street" to add monthly packages to your perks! With one subscription you can make Degrassi dreams come true!

Degrassi Kid celebrates 30th birthday in Toronto (Recap Episode)

Degrassi Kid celebrates 30th birthday in Toronto (Recap Episode)

411 - What's it like to have a Degrassi birthday party? Degrassi super fan, Jocelyn Claybourne, reflects on her 30th birthday in Toronto. Where Linda Schuyler hosts their birthday party, a dozen fans join them on a Degrassi Tour and RetroKid spoils everyone with free Degrassi merch. If you're a Degrassi fan, this podcast is for you. _____________ Degrassi Fan Checklist: Listen to The Degrassi: School's In Podcast Support the podcast on Patreon.com/DegrassiKid Visit our sponsors: RetroKid (Degrassi High Shirts & Tote Bags)ReplicaPopCulture (Personalized ID Tags)The Button Machine ("I'm A Degrassi Kid" Buttons)Purple Moose Socks (De Grassi Street Socks)The Dolly Shop (Joey & Spike Magnets) Thank you to everyone who played a role in the making of this event. You all mean the world to me.

Jordan Todosey discusses the impact of Degrassi's trans character, Adam Torres

Jordan Todosey discusses the impact of Degrassi's trans character, Adam Torres

410 - What's it like to play Adam Torres on Degrassi? Jordan Todosey stops by The Degrassi Kid Podcast to discuss her time on the show. How does it feel to play the first trans character in a scripted series? What impact does Adam still have on Jordy today? And why did Jordan Todosey decide to leave Degrassi at the end of her contract? If you're a Degrassi fan, this podcast is for you. _____________ Degrassi Fan Checklist: Subscribe to Jordan's Youtube ChannelJoin⁠⁠⁠ ⁠The Degrassi Kid Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠ for monthly fan events!Watch the video interview on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/DegrassiKid⁠!Special Thanks to our editor ⁠⁠⁠⁠@Eevee Pacini⁠⁠⁠⁠!