Application form: https://forms.gle/av28jnFT6kaAJWe8A On today’s episode of Who Is with Ross Oteri, I sit down in the beauty of the moment to talk about the bureaucracy of Valinof. I open the episode by giving a brief thank you to everyone who’s stuck with us in the revamping of the podcast and the establishment of Valinof Media. I also announce that I’ll be recruiting editor(s), a podcast producer, a social media manager, and a videographer (link to apply below). I describe my vision for Valino...
May 28, 2025•22 min•Season 2Ep. 27
On today’s episode of Who Is with Ross Oteri, Ash Dennis (they/she) talks to Ross Oteri (he/him) about their Metis heritage, growing up in Ladner, BC, and their work in different advocacy organizations. Ash shares how her Metis identity shaped them and the systemic issues still facing the community. They also talk about how they got started in advocacy through Pride and some of the challenges of being trans non-binary in a farming community. Ross and Ash also discuss the problem of infighting wi...
May 21, 2025•54 min•Season 2Ep. 24
On today’s episode of Who Is with Ross Oteri, Moriani (he/him) talks to Ross Oteri (he/him) about the meaning behind his name, moving between Pakistan and Switzerland, and the value of friends. Moriani shares his first memories from Pakistan and Switzerland, as well as the culture shock from moving between the two. He also discusses his modelling career and how it differs from female modelling. Ross and Moriani discuss the ego, the dissolution of the ego, and the Default Mode Network. Moriani al...
May 14, 2025•51 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Today on Who Is with Ross Oteri, Edmund Zhang (he/him) talks to Ross Oteri (he/him) about moving to Oakland, California, from China, and his longing for a place to call home. Edmund shares his first Oakland memory: witnessing a car robbery. He also talks about how some people in Canada have pre-judged him based on his Oakland accent and the similarities he shares with the main character in “Fresh Off the Boat.” Ross and Edmund discuss their love of hip-hop, and Edmund describes hip-hop's connect...
May 07, 2025•48 min•Season 2Ep. 22
On this Who Is Wednesday, Christian Herholdt (he/him) talks to Ross Oteri (he/him) about growing up in South Africa and their experience immigrating to the United States and Canada. Christian talks about his experience as a half-English, half-Afrikaans South African and what attending a multicultural school was like. He also details how he navigated moving to Colorado in middle school and the challenges he faced as an immigrant. Ross and Christian compare the American school system to the Canadi...
Apr 30, 2025•55 min•Season 2Ep. 31
On this Who Is Wednesday, Daniel Anene (he/him) and Ross Oteri (he/him) talk about policy, advocacy, and the 2025 Canadian Election. Daniel talks about his love for his brother, growing up as a glass child (just like Ross), and how he was a troublemaker when he was younger. He also details his advocacy work in his youth council in high school, the Commerce Undergraduate Society, and the Student Legal Fund Society. Daniel talks about his time at DKE and has a message for people who stereotype tho...
Apr 23, 2025•51 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Miranda Newell (she/her) and Ross Oteri (he/him) dive deep into the world of trauma. Miranda shares her experience with c-PTSD, the distinction between PTSD and her journey navigating her symptoms. Miranda also details the difference between stress and trauma and how an event can be traumatic for one person but stressful for another. The two also discuss a shared traumatic event: a stalker clown invading their class. They note trauma's portrayal in the media by contrasting 13 Reasons Why and Boj...
Apr 16, 2025•46 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Alana Frith-Correia (she/her) talks in depth with Ross Oteri (he/him) about growing up in Bermuda. The two talk about the lonely, small-town feeling; the young but vibrant culture; and her family's relationship with Bermuda. Alana opens up about her past struggles with an eating disorder, and she explains how a sick body helps her to understand a sick world. She also opens up about her OCD and how it manifests for her. Finally, Gigi says hi. Do you have a story to share? Do you have a question o...
Apr 09, 2025•55 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Introducing the Luke and Ross Power Hour**! Luke Peters (he/him) and Ross Oteri (he/him) get experimental with it. Today, the two talk about head injuries, mob stories, and the summer of hate. Luke shares the story of how he got his ring from Turkish mobsters. Ross tells the story of how he thought he watched his friend die. The two knuckleheads share what grinds their gears. Finally, they detail their Mount Rushmore of haters. Do you have a story to share? Do you have a question or need advice?...
Apr 02, 2025•40 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Carly Hibert (she/her) joins Ross Oteri on Who Is with Ross Oteri and talks about everything from her food-related lobbying and community alternatives to food banks to her work with Roots on the Roof and Farm to Table. Carly shares how the infrastructure and laws around food waste perpetuate the problems. She explains how community canaries, community fridges, and other community-oriented alternatives have better impacts than the traditional model. Carly also talks about modern-day slavery in Ca...
Mar 26, 2025•52 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Manny Falade (he/his) joins Ross Oteri on Who Is with Ross Oteri and talks about his childhood experiences in Ireland, his passion for fashion, and his relationship with God. Manny shares how his faith has been a guide on his journey. He explains how he navigates the “University experience” while staying faithful. Manny also talks about his alias “Manny2fly” and his journey from a ‘hypebeast’ to a clothing connoisseur. Finally, Manny and Ross detail the differences between sibling culture in Nig...
Mar 19, 2025•48 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Officer Cadet Ria Shinde (she/her) joins Ross Oteri on Who Is with Ross Oteri and talks about her experience in the Canadian Cadet Organizations and Canadain Armed Forces. Ria shares how she joined the program at 11 and ¾ years old, and how her commanding officer took her into the program early. She goes into the average day on base and details the role her gender and race played within the organization. Ria also talks about her interest in law, specifically medical malpractice. Finally, Ross an...
Mar 12, 2025•53 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Drédyn Fontana (he/him) joins Ross Oteri on Who Is with Ross Oteri and shares his experience working as the VP AUA (Academic & University Affairs) for the Alma Mater Society. Drédyn goes into the timeline from his origins with the organization to his eventual removal. He takes us inside to meetings with other VPs and the President and answers questions regarding an alleged Executive Performance and Accountability (EPA) report. Drédyn also shares whether or not he is willing to box CK to rais...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Tif Abdillah (he/him) joins Ross Oteri on Who Is with Ross Oteri and discusses his transition from Tif (/tiːf/) to Tif (/tɪf/) and growing up in Canada with African parents. He also talks about his love of entrepreneurship, deviating from the "life script," and coaching a J.V. basketball team at 23. Tif also shares news on his newest venture: Humano Potentia, an adaptogen-infused drink company. Finally, Tif and Ross do a retrospective on The Valuable Vision. Do you have a story to share? Do you ...
Feb 26, 2025•52 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Alex Shapovalova joins Ross Oteri on Who Is with Ross Oteri to discuss their multi-hyphenated identity, abusive experiences in gymnastics, and ever-changing relationship with their autonomy. Alex also shares how their hometown of L.A.'s fire has intersected with other personal conflicts in Ukraine and Israel-Palestine and their rabbi's perspective on ambiguous grief. Do you have a burning question or need advice? DM @valinofmedia on Instagram or email oteriross@gmail.com, and you may be featured...
Feb 19, 2025•57 min•Season 2Ep. 11
BFA acting student Noah Whiting joins Ross Oteri on Who Is with Ross Oteri to talk about her non-linear journey in acting, the impact of improv, and how community theatre ignited her passion for the stage. She also shares her parents’ unexpected love story, a military assignment in Quebec that led to her birth, and the most intense role she’s ever played. Tune in for a deep dive into creativity, storytelling, and the world of acting Do you have a burning question? Need advice? DM @valinofmedia o...
Feb 12, 2025•54 min•Season 2Ep. 10
In this episode of "Who Is with Ross Oteri," Ross Oteri sits down with the director and cast of King Musu . King Musu is the story of Etnasa, an African agrarian kingdom that enjoyed peace and prosperity until calamity struck. In the king's quest to uncover the root of this calamity, hidden truths about the inescapable will of the gods come to light. Ross talks to director Stephen Oppong about where his love of theatre came from and the deeper socio-political subtext of King Musu. Saif Alwash ( ...
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 9
On today's episode, Ross does a solo show and provides a life update. Do you have a burning question? Need advice? DM @valinofmedia on Instagram, or email oteriross@gmail.com and you may be featured on the show. Contact: Ross Oteri - @rossoteri | oteriross@gmail.com Opening theme - Ethan Gohring | @Lyfe8k Transition and Outro theme - S.Henry
Jan 29, 2025•20 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this episode of "Who Is with Ross Oteri," Ross Oteri talks with Ariel Konrad and the two talk all about psychedelics. Ariel describes a healthy approach to psychedelics (the 5 S's). Ariel also details his personal history from his time in Israel and transitioning from a conservative upbringing to his now progressive ideology. Finally, Ariel talks about his experience with ego death. Do you have a burning question? Need advice? DM @valinofmedia on Instagram, or email oteriross@gmail.com and yo...
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In this episode of "Who Is with Ross Oteri," Ross Oteri sits down with Daija Hutchings and the two talk about her unconventional childhood. She describes growing up as a twin and the constant comparisons that come with it. She describes the multiple pseudo-families she's had in her life and how they've shaped her into who she's become. Finally, Daija details how she got involved with Susgrainable. Do you have a burning question? Need advice? DM @valinofmedia on Instagram, or email oteriross@gmai...
Jan 15, 2025•45 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode of "Who Is with Ross Oteri," Ross Oteri sits down with UBC senator & urban studies student Kareem Hassib. Kareem talks about the source of his love of local politics and political influences. He describes his origin in student politics and outlines the philosophical beliefs which shape his view of government. Finally, Kareem details his love of Jazz and gives his jazz musician Mount Rushmore. Do you have a burning question? Need advice? DM @valinofmedia on Instagram, or email...
Jan 08, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this special episode of "Who Is with Ross Oteri," Ross Oteri sits down with the one and only Santa Claus. Kris Kringle talks about his love of Christmas and his relationship with Ms. Claus. Santa also details how satisfying his work is. Finally, the pair are visited by a magical, normal-sized elf who describes his gift-making process. Do you have a burning question? Need advice? DM @valinofmedia on Instagram, or email oteriross@gmail.com and you may be featured on the show. Contact: Ross Oter...
Dec 25, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode of "Who Is with Ross Oteri," Ross Oteri sits down with friend and fellow Nigerian Kiitan Oyerinde. He talks about his childhood as the last son of Nigerian immigrants and tells the story of how he was temporarily "banned" from the country. Kii details how fan fiction and Wole Soyinka influenced his writing. Finally, Kii describes his approach towards expression and argues its necessity as a black person in a white society. Do you have a burning question? Need advice? DM @valinofm...
Dec 18, 2024•50 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this episode of "Who Is with Ross Oteri," Ross Oteri sits down with long-time friend and software engineer Lucas Krayacich and talks about the insane trips he'd take as a child. Lucas describes how the philosophy of "figuring it out" has shaped his journey. Lucas details how his parents met through a broken punk rock tape and the role music plays in their lives. Finally, Lucas spills on his love of continuing to have new experiences. Do you have a burning question? Need advice? DM @valinofmed...
Dec 11, 2024•49 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this episode of "Who Is with Ross Oteri," Ross Oteri sits down with filmmaker and artist Ethan White and talks about the history of their gender identity. Ethan describes how the relationship with their body has subconsciously influenced their work. Ethan details the process of conceiving and executing their short film "The Tap Dancing Fish," and their philosophy towards filmmaking. Finally, Ethan spills on their love of peanut butter sandwiches. Do you have a burning question? Need advice? D...
Dec 04, 2024•53 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In this episode of "Who Is with Ross Oteri," Ross Oteri reintroduces the podcast. We also have a short moment of silence for The Valuable Vision (R.I.P.) which has a special message for the TVV family. Ross further details plans for Valinof Media. He also does a retrospective in the State of The Podcast and shares his goals for the coming seasons. Finally, we take a special sneak peek into the first official episode of season 2 with Ethan White. Wanna talk to Ross? Do you have a burning question...
Nov 27, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 1
On the season finale of "Who Is_with Ross Oteri," Jayden Coquet turns the tables on Ross Oteri. Ross talks about his love of politics and makes fun of white people. Ross also dives deep into his love of comedy and his influences. Finally, the gang talks about the haunted Chestermere water slides. Wanna talk to Ross? Have a burning question? Need advice? DM @thevaluablevision on Instagram, or email rossoteri@thevaluablevision.com and you too may be featured on the show Contact: Ross Oteri - @ross...
May 11, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode of "Who Is_with Ross Oteri," Jayden Coquet gets hit on by someone's mother. Ross sits down with Agustus Calf Robe and the two discuss his Native American heritage. Agustus states why he prefers the terms Indian or Native and discusses his culture. Gus also tells the gang about spirits and shares some spirit stories. In the final segment, Greg Ivanov tells us why 3 buff security guys approached him in the middle of producing a podcast. Wanna talk to Ross? Have a burning question? ...
May 03, 2022•52 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode of "Who Is_with Ross Oteri," Jayden Coquet talks about his birthday party and Ross Oteri teases the season finale. Ross sits down with stand-up comedian Neil Walker. They discuss Neil's comedy career, a regular joke vs a rig joke, and his time at St. Francis Xavier University (St FX). Neil also shares some of his bombing stories. The final segment is Jay's Movie Corner where Ross, Jay, and Greg discuss some of cinema's finest. Wanna talk to Ross? Have a burning question? Need adv...
Apr 28, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode of "Who Is_with Ross Oteri," Ross and Jayden talk about their final week at school and roast business students. Ross sits down with Zahwa Majzoub, an interior design student. They discuss the industry, her creative inspirations, and Lebanese culture. In the final segment, Jayden and Ross go head to head in Greg's Trivia Corner. Wanna talk to Ross? Have a burning question? Need advice? DM @thevaluablevision on Instagram, or email rossoteri@thevaluablevision.com and you too may be ...
Apr 21, 2022•1 hr 10 min
