Episode 1: Copyright as an Instrument of Power

In this first episode, Farnell Morisset delves into the heart of copyright as a tool of power. From controlling the distribution and use of works to influencing political and cultural landscapes, discover how this legislation grants immense power to creators, but also how it has been used to assert authority and protect interests. Dive into a story where law becomes a weapon, a shield, and sometimes a battlefield.

In this episode, Farnell speaks with:
• Ysolde Gendreau, Professor of Intellectual Property Law, Université de Montréal
• Myra Tawfik, Professor Emeritus of Intellectual Property Law, University of Windsor
• Christian Laforce, Executive Director, Copibec
• Martha Langford, Professor of Art History, Concordia University
• Madeleine Lamothe-Samson, Copyright Lawyer
• Konrad Sioui, Former Grand Chief of Wendake
• Val Napoleon, Professor of Indigenous Law, University of Victoria
• Sakej Henderson, Advisor, Grand Council of the Mi’kmaq Nation

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Research and script: Farnell Morisset and Martin Landry
Editing and sound mixing: Studio Expression
Host: Farnell Morisset
Production and direction: Denis Martel

Qanniuguma
Lyrics and music by Etulu Aningmiuq
Performed by Elisapie
Courtesy of Etulu Aningmiuq and Bonsound

This podcast was made possible thanks to the financial support of the Government of Canada and the Caisse de la Culture Desjardins.

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