The Legacy Lounge
Limited Series
Created by: Shamier Anderson, Stephan James
Network: CBC News Network, CBC Gem
Season aired: 2026-01-30
Overview
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.
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Episodes · 4
Wes Hall
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
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
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
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.
