March is the Mois de la Francophonie at the University of Ottawa, and to mark the occasion, the Library invites you to discover the wide range of French-language and bilingual podcasts produced by members of our university community.
There is something for everyone. Happy Listening!
Trésors d’archives
Creator: University of Ottawa Library
This podcast showcases French-language documents from the Library’s Archives and Special Collections. Discover rare, precious or unusual objects, with insights from archivists and specialists! These researchers explore the materiality, historical context and cultural impact of these documents, and explain how these archives support cutting-edge research in French at the University of Ottawa.
Projet d'histoire orale sur le parcours de femmes en STIM
Creator: University of Ottawa Library Archives and Special Collections
In 2023, the Archives and Special Collections with support from the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission undertook a series of oral history interviews with women in Canada who have made a significant impact on the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. In these interviews, these experts not only provided divergent perspectives on the field, but also on feminism, racial justice, and STEM’s role in achieving and/ or preventing social equity.
Interviews in French :
Balados du CIRCEM
Creator: Centre interdisciplinaire de recherche sur la citoyenneté et les minorités (CIRCEM)
CIRCEM podcasts aim to promote interdisciplinary research on democratic citizenship and minority and minoritized groups, based on the intellectual tradition of the Francophone world.
Les balados du CRCCF
Creator: Centre de recherche sur les francophonies canadiennes (CRCCF)
With this podcast series, the Centre de recherche sur les francophonies canadiennes (CRCCF) offers researchers, academics and members of the public a rich and stimulating programming that reflects the diversity of disciplinary perspectives put forward in studies on Canadian Francophone communities.
Also available on Apple Podcasts
uOcourant
Creator: Alumni Engagement Office
Hosted by Gwen Madiba (MA ’12; BSocSc ’08), each season of “uOttaKnow” (“uOcourant”) dives into a different theme for conversations with alumni and researchers that illuminate, inspire and entertain.
Bilingual podcast, some episodes are in French and others in English.
Univers coaching et bien-être
Creator: Affaires francophones de la Faculté de médecine de l’Université d’Ottawa
The French-language podcast “Univers coaching et bien-être” is devoted to overall health and is hosted by Dr. Christèle Ferry. The series demystifies the different approaches to health coaching and suggests tools for improving physical and mental well-being.
Univers santé francophone
Creator: Affaires francophones de la Faculté de médecine de l’Université d’Ottawa
“Univers santé francophone” is a podcast that deals with new ideas in health, medical education, research and well-being. This podcast is brought to you by the Affaires francophones de la Faculté de médecine de l’Université d’Ottawa, and is for everyone.
Les clés pour un meilleur Canada
Creator: Telfer School of Management
In “The Keys to a Better Canada” (“Les clés pour un meilleur Canada”) podcast, Scott Reid, CTV News Political Analyst and former Director of Communications for Canadian Prime Minister Paul Martin, and Marie Turgeon, Québec actress and comedian and former TV host, share the role of host as they speak with some of the most influential business leaders in recent Canadian history. They cover important topics like the Canadian economy, healthcare, and what it means to “go green.”
Bilingual podcast, some episodes are in French and others in English.
Quartier Maître
Creator: Julie Paquin, Associate Professor, Faculty of Law – Civil Law Section, University of Ottawa
“Quartier Maître” is a podcast that aims to demystify issues relating to the legal profession and the practice of law in Québec.
The podcast is co-written and co-hosted by Maude Choko, entertainment and labour lawyer, author and actress.
FTX Radio
Creator: Association des étudiantes et étudiants en droit civil de l’Université d’Ottawa (AED)
In 2020, a new project – “FTX Radio” – was born within the Civil Law section of the University of Ottawa. The AED is proud to present its podcast. For several years now, students have been hosting guests and discussing legal issues, as well as the social life at Fauteux, the Faculty of Law building.
RDO|OLR
Creator: Ottawa Law Revue / Revue de droit d’Ottawa
In 2017, the Ottawa Law Review began its podcast series on current legal issues in Canada. The goal of the podcast is to explore new mediums through which contemporary legal discourse can be produced and consumed.
Bilingual podcast, some content is in French and some in English
Histoire d’enseigner
Creator: Marie-Hélène Brunet, Associate Professor, Faculty of Education, University of Ottawa
The podcast “Histoire d'enseigner” was created by students of the Formation à l’enseignement program at the University of Ottawa (Didactique de l’histoire). Listen to encounters between future teachers and researchers.
Ingénieux pédagogiques
Creator: Martin Parent, Éric Dionne and Alexandre Audet
Each episode of “Ingénieux pédagogiques” explores different facets of teaching, highlighting creative methods and approaches to foster learning. Whether discussing emerging trends in education, sharing inspiring experiences or inviting experts to share their knowledge, this podcast offers deep reflections on the challenges and opportunities of contemporary education.
UOPEDcast
Creator: Megan Cotnam-Kappel, Associate Professor, Faculty of Education, University of Ottawa, Associate to the Dean (Francophone portfolio), Research Chair on Digital Thriving in Franco-Ontarian Communities
A podcast created for the students enrolled in the PED4760 course, but that can be enjoyed by everyone!
Dialogue sur la recherche en éducation
Creator: Faculty of Education, University of Ottawa
Listen to the episode in French with Joël Thibault, associate professor at Faculty of Education and adjunct professor at the University of Regina.
In this episode, we highlight the significant impact of the educational research carried out by Professor Joël Thibault. This research focuses on the teaching and learning of French grammar in a Francophone minority environment, multilingualism, the use of children's literature in the teaching of linguistic conventions and the integrated teaching of French and English at school.
Bâtissons ensemble!
Creator: Chantiers d’actions et de recherche pour des Francophonies inclusives de l’Université d’Ottawa (CARfFi)
The official podcast of the Chantiers d’actions et de recherche pour des Francophonies inclusives de l’Université d’Ottawa.
Podcast produced by Kathi Kawtar, an undergraduate student (international development and globalization), on behalf of CARfFi.