E10- CAAT Tales: Part-Time Faculty, Belonging and 1000 Hours Outside

In this episode of CAAT Tales, we introduce a brand‑new feature: Belonging at the Kitchen Table. Host Julie White kicks things off with a rapid‑fire chat with Lisa Macdonald, one of Local 417’s first part‑time/sessional stewards.Then, Ekta Singh sits down with Dr. Sephora Kerekou to explore culture, identity, teaching, and the meaning of Black History Month through the lens of resilience and belonging.We wrap with a Member Spotlight featuring Stacey Airhart and her daughter Aspen, who share their family’s five‑year journey with the 1000 Hours Outside initiative—and how outdoor time builds connection, wellbeing, and joy. This episode closes with a deeper dive into personal leave in our Is it a Gripe or a Grievance segment.Episode Chapters:00:00 — Welcome to CAAT Tales Julie opens the episode and previews our three features: Get to Know Your LEC, Belonging at the Kitchen Table, and our Member Spotlight.00:28 — Get to Know Your LEC: Lisa Rapid‑fire questions with Lisa, one of Local 417’s first part‑time sessional stewards. Shoes, storytelling, collectivist values, and why she stepped into union leadership.17:21 — Belonging at the Kitchen Table: Dr. Sephora Kerekou Hosted by Ekta Singh. A conversation about culture, identity, teaching, military service, entrepreneurship, and the meaning of Black History Month.39:46 — Member Spotlight: Stacey & Aspen on 1000 Hours Outside A joyful look at outdoor family life, wellbeing, and building habits of movement and connection—featuring Aspen’s favourite winter adventures.49:57 — Closing Reflections Julie wraps the episode with gratitude and a look ahead.Want to sign your union card? Visit slcfaculty.caClick here for more about the 1000 Hours Outside .YouTube Code for Music clearance: NPXY0YQVYZIJHMOWPixaby World African Music 473985