Podcasts by A Tone Meant For Me
Kaidain Ivy works as a fairy godmother turning something seemingly nothing and turning it into a ball gown. She creates entire outfits from scratch or by repurposing found items such bedsheets and curtains.
She turns the ugly in this world into art. Her collections often feature several transformations and reveal garments as nothing is ever what it seems and there are always enough shoes for every Cinderella. Believe in everyday magic; the beauty will not fade at midnight.
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Pregnancy Hormones from 2022-10-29T00:00
Furthering along their pregnancy journey, Kaidain Ivy describes the reality of dealing with the us and downs of hormones.
The Other Asian from 2022-10-08T00:00
Since the beginning of the pandemic, safe spaces for Asians have been increasingly shrinking. The xenophobia has been suffocating especially when facing Anti Chinese sentiments,
Suicide Awareness from 2022-09-03T00:00
The pandemic has definitely taken a great mental toll on all of us and it is so easy to lose touch and lose track. Kaidain Ivy discusses the unexpected death of a crewma...
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Hyperemesis from 2022-08-27T00:00
Kaidain Ivy discusses their ongoing struggles through hyperemesis during their pregnancy.
Biggest Collab Yet from 2022-08-20T00:00
Kaidain Ivy is back from a break to discuss the biggest collab of their life.
My Tattoos from 2022-07-02T00:00
With tattoos becoming more visible and commonplace, Kaidain Ivy breaks down the art permanently inked into their skin.
Mermaiding and Mental Health from 2022-06-25T00:00
Kaidain Ivy is joined by Donald/Lagoon of the Deep to discuss mermaiding as an escape.
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Personalizing Commissions from 2022-06-18T00:00
Amidst Pride Month, Kaidain Ivy gives insight into how they customize unique pieces!
The Death Of My Best Friend Two Years Later from 2022-06-11T00:00
Kaidain Ivy reflects back on their two-year journey of life beyond the death of their best friend.
The Reality Of Dealing With The Surreal from 2022-06-04T00:00
When history keeps repeating itself, how do you cope with a reality that feels so unfamiliar?
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Birth Control from 2022-05-28T00:00
Having spent about half of their life on birth control, Kaidain Ivy discussed their findings and experiences and how they have been affected.
My Birthday from 2022-05-21T00:00
Some people feel like their life is over at 30, Kaidain Ivy’s is just beginning.
Post Film 5 from 2022-05-14T00:00
And that’s a wrap! The challenges of heading multiple departments during COVID for “A Walk in the Sun”.
Prepping For Film 5 from 2022-05-07T00:00
Kaidain Ivy breaks down the challenges of filming for Atlantic Film Coop’s film 5 mentorship program during the pandemic.
Learning to Diminish Yourself For The Comfort Of Others from 2022-04-30T00:00
Learning to diminish yourself for the comfort of others is something many minorities subconsciously learn as a defence mechanism in order to assimilate. It is much more difficult to consciously ...
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Advice For My Younger Self from 2022-04-23T00:00
Kaidain Ivy breaks down some of the things they wish they had learned earlier in life.
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My New Tail from 2022-04-09T00:00
Taking mermaiding to the next step with a new mermaid tail skin to cover the monofin!
Agoraphobia from 2022-04-02T00:00
Agoraphobia is a side effect of CPTSD that has been exacerbated over the pandemic due to the increasing level of hostility towards Asians.
Adoption As An Identifier from 2022-03-26T00:00
The topic of identity is a reoccurring one to examine especially when specific identifiers have become your introduction as a way to make people more comfortable.
The Weight Of Being Invisible from 2022-03-19T00:00
The weight of being silenced and invisible is a burden with many faces but are met with incredulity or scorn when those experiences are voiced.
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Imposter Syndrome from 2022-03-12T00:00
The weight of expectation can feel immeasurable at times. Sometimes the exhaustion of the journey can outweigh and dull the shine of the achievement, especially within t...
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My First Mermaid Fluke From Mertailor from 2022-03-05T00:00
Having gained more experience mermaiding, Kaidain Ivy shows and explains the features of their new mermaid fluke (monofin).
Living With A House Full Of Animals from 2022-02-12T00:00
Episode 60: Living With A House Full Of Animals
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Living With A House Full Of Animals from 2022-02-12T00:00
Episode 60: Living With A House Full Of Animals
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Valentine's Day from 2022-02-05T00:00
Kaidain Ivy has always struggled with Valentine’s Day and the celebrations surrounding it. Sometimes it’s best to lock dreams away for better days because things can take on a new meaning when y...
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Updated Studio from 2022-01-29T00:00
Given some more isolation creation time, Kaidain Ivy walks you through the newly painted studio, breaking down some of the inspiration and creative process.
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When Anxiety Meets Depression from 2022-01-22T00:00
Kaidain Ivy breaks down the chaos and conflict that can be suffering from depression and anxiety at the same time.
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Telling Our Stories from 2022-01-15T00:00
Having delved more in-depth into cultural identity, Kaidain Ivy explains why it is important to amply BIPOC voices especially when they are telling their stories. Tradit...
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Running A White Passing Social Media from 2022-01-08T00:00
Running A White Passing Social Media
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Christmas Special from 2021-12-25T00:01
Kaidain and their fiancé Donald reflect on the past year, COVID Christmas and wish everyone a blessed holiday.
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Online Harassment from 2021-12-18T00:00
Kaidain Ivy and Donald share and discuss some of their experiences with online harassment and bullying and the lack of failsafes to protect minorities in those situation...
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Online Censorship from 2021-12-11T00:00
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Outfit Breakdown from 2021-12-04T00:00
As promised Kaidain Ivy breaks down the symbolism and meaning behind one of their handcrafted outfits.
Adventures In Our Room from 2021-11-27T00:00
Kaidain Ivy and Donald invite you to immerse in the colours and hidden details that create their room.
Disassociation from 2021-08-28T00:00
Living with trauma presents certain challenges pertaining to disassociation.
Kaidain Ivy breaks down their experience with the positive and negative aspects of disassociation.
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Cultural Conflict – Canadian Pinay Edition from 2021-08-21T00:00
Kaidain Ivy is joined by guest Irene to further discuss the cultural conflicts Filipinos face in Canada.
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RepresentASIAN Stereotypes from 2021-08-14T00:00
Kaidain Ivy brings @irsaliendra to talk about the cross-section of stereotypes that is being a Pinay in Canada
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Sexual and Fetishization from 2021-08-07T00:00
The cross-section of several societal constructs and what that means to an Asian Woman.
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Why Unicorns? from 2021-07-31T00:00
Kaidain Ivy explains the beginnings of her use of unicorns as a muse and how that has coincided with their healing journey.
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Survivor’s Guilt from 2021-07-24T00:00
Kaidain Ivy reflects on their experiences with survivors' guilt and how it has reared its head through recent events.
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The Death Of My Best Friend: One Year Later from 2021-07-17T00:00
A death is always a difficult place to start a new journey.
Kaidain Ivy concludes their year of firsts and dealing with grief.
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Just Because You Don’t Find Something Offensive from 2021-04-17T00:00
Episode 38 Just Because You Don’t Find Something Offensive
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Sliding Into My DMs from 2021-03-27T00:00
We’ve all seen screencaps of ridiculous sliding into someone’s DMs floating around online. It’s always a good laugh. Kaidain Ivy shares some of the conversations they have accumulated.
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White Supremacy from 2021-03-20T00:00
Kaidain Ivy discusses their struggles with their own internal white supremacy and what that actually looks like in the BIPOC community.
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Being Heard from 2021-03-13T00:00
Kaidain Ivy expands on finding their voice and what it means to be heard.
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Finding My Voice from 2021-03-06T00:00
Kaidain Ivy discusses the challenges and realizations that came along with finding their voice.
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Offensive Jokes with Donald and Vee from 2021-02-20T00:00
When the world seems to have become political correctness gone mad, Kaidain Ivy, Donald and Vee discuss where they feel the line is for them.
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Pronouns with Donald and Vee from 2021-02-13T00:00
Kaidain Ivy is joined by Vee and Donald to discuss pronouns and the use of pronouns and exploring gender fluidity.
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The Death of an Inspiration from 2021-01-30T00:00
Loss is a prevailing theme lately. Kaidain Ivy remembers Jennifer Johnson Queen of Gore, a close friend who lost her battle to cancer recently, one month before her 43rd birthday.
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Living With Trauma from 2021-01-23T00:00
Kaidain Ivy explores a little further into what life looks like for her, living with trauma and PTSD.
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Inspiration from 2021-01-16T00:00
Where and how does one begin to get inspired to create? Having been frequently asked, Kaidain Ivy explores what inspires her.
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So I Painted My Room.. from 2021-01-09T00:00
What happens when an artist gets her own house; it gets painted….and painted….and painted….
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How I Work Out My Feelings Through Design from 2020-12-19T00:00
Kaidain Ivy briefly explains how everything and anything can be turned into art.
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The Death Of My Best Friend (Six Months Later) from 2020-12-12T00:00
This week marks the birthday of Kaidain Ivy’s best friend who was mourned and discussed in Episode One.
Kaidain Ivy reflects on how that grief has evolved and changed and how it has changed her...
Asking For Help from 2020-12-05T00:00
Something as small as asking for help does not always come naturally to some. Kaidain Ivy discusses the importance of learning to and when to ask for help.
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Beauty Isn’t Bleached with Cynthia Stilts from 2020-11-14T00:00
Kaidain Ivy and Cynthia Stilts reflect back on their years in the beauty industry and how the focus has always been euro centred.
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Working with Cynthia Stilts from 2020-11-07T00:00
Kaidain Ivy has had the honour and privilege of working with some incredibly talented performers and artists in Halifax.
Kaidain Ivy and Cynthia Stilts reflect on their working history and how...
Our Friendship with Vee from 2020-10-31T00:00
Vee joins a Kaidain Ivy to talk about how their friendship has endured through the years.
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Dating with Vee from 2020-10-24T00:00
Vee joins Kaidain Ivy to discuss the ups and downs of dating.
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Mental Health with Vee from 2020-10-17T00:00
Kaidain Ivy was founded on a platform of mental health awareness.
Vee joins Kaidain Ivy to discuss using art as a way of coping with various mental health struggles and it has created a bond of...
Miscarriage from 2020-10-03T00:00
As a woman, a lot of focus and value is placed on my ability to procreate and it is seldom discussed how a pregnancy that does not result in birth can mentally, emotionally and physically affect. I...
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Being Evicted During A Pandemic from 2020-09-19T00:00
This year has been a year of upheaval without being Reno-victed from the place I have been living in for several years because it is not up to code.
Add a housing crisis and 1% vacancy and I fi...
White Privilege from 2020-09-05T00:00
Many people are still confused and wary of the term white privilege. It does exist. We can be a part of that shift in culture if we inform ourselves and listen to other people’s experiences. These ...
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Growing Up Without Representation from 2020-08-29T00:00
Filipino growing up in a British family surrounded by caucasian representation
Just some observations.
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The Before from 2020-08-08T00:00
The world is not what it was in January.
I will be discussing my mentality going into isolation and what fuels my current mindset in our new Covid-19 reality.
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The Death Of My Best Friend from 2020-08-01T00:00
Through this new podcast, I will be exploring the emotions and experiences that have fuelled my designs starting by discussing the death of my best friend. With isolation and Covid-19 restrictions,...
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