PodSummit Speaker Profile
Bronwin Parks
Co-host & Producer, Late in 88
Panelist
ABOUT
Bronwin Parks is a Calgary city kid who grew up to be a rancher, rodeo cowboi, and the founder of the award-winning Feisty Creative, a top-notch creative agency for the music, film, television, and digital media industries. Through Feisty, Bronwin has worked with brands, award shows, and all of Canada’s major music labels.
Since coming out as queer in 1996 at the age of 16 and later in 2020 as non-binary, Bronwin has fought hard to be a much-needed and outspoken champion for diversity and equity. Their dedication in fighting for systemic change has led them to serve on several music and creative industry boards, pushing DEI initiatives, creating inclusive spaces, and bringing more opportunities for 2SLGBTQIA+ people. They’ve also been a mentor and facilitator, most recently for the CGLCC OUT For Business Youth Entrepreneur Program, which helps connect business owners in the queer community with the next generation of leaders to provide support, guidance, and practical advice in growing their business.
Unafraid of having tough conversations in the name of progress, Bronwin lives their life out and proud, using their talents, connections, and Alberta-bred candor to stand up for those who have been pushed to the margins of society.
Late in 88 Podcast
Late in ‘88 is a podcast that explores the blurred lines of truth and memory as two grade school classmates, Bronwin Parks and Elinor Svoboda share their experiences of growing up queer and gender non-conforming in Calgary, Alberta 1988, at a time when there wasn't language to describe identities that were fringe and undefinable. By shining a light on their middle childhood, Bronwin and Elinor explore the impact of historical context and the gift of contemporary language that allows more freedom of self expression. The series will welcome many special guests and experts including gradeschool classmates, professors, doctors, and experts in their fields.
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Panel Session
Title: Podcasting with Power, Purpose & Authenticity
Presented by Women in Media Podcast Network
🗓 Friday September 19th, 2025
🕐 1:15pm - 2:15 pm
📍 The Flanagan Theatre
Speaking at PodSummit YYC 2025