Call Her Aunty Podcast: Recent Episodes
Grace and Qua
Tune into our limited series with special Co-Host Faith Julien. Your new Aunt Faith will introduce you to incredible individuals who call Miꞌkmaꞌki home. On this episode we have Jessica Haji M! Jess shares with Faith and Qua how she became a powerhouse through prayer, what it is like to be girl mom and about her time in Australia and Switzerland.
Tune into our limited series with special Co-Host Faith Julien. Your new Aunt Faith will introduce us to incredible individuals who call Miꞌkmaꞌki home. On this episode we have Suzanne Brooks! Suzanne shares her adventures with us on this episode which include her adventure with sobriety and letting go of shame.
Welcome back to the #CallHerAuntyPodcast. Thank you to those who have sent kind messages and we apologize if we have not been able to get back to everyone. Grace and children wish everyone a happy and safe holidays!
Grace and Qua are excited to introduce a special co-host Faith Julien! Faith will be lending her aunty advice to us over the next series of episodes as we interview some relatives who are either living in or representing Miꞌkmaꞌki (Miꞌkmaꞌki is composed of the traditional and current territories of the Miꞌkmaq people in present day Nova Scotia).
Tune into our first guest, Mary Mackay! Mary is a business women who is completing her degree on the eastcoast. In this episode you will hear her share her experience moving to Halifax for school and how she is going to put herself first over the holidays.
Your favourite podcast aunties are back with a quick episode with special guest Millie 🤍 Tune in now as Grace and Qua talk about time blocking and time management!
Back to school and back to business! In this episode we visit with our friend and aunty Faith Julien live from Millbrook First Nation. Tune in now to hear from our soon to be doctor friend!
Welcome back to the #CallHerAuntyPodcast 🎧 We took a little bit of a longer break this time but we are back and going over each other’s human design chart! Let us know your human design 📥
insert air horns here It’s our 100th episode! In honour of our 100th episode we held a mini party and shared our wild party stories from when we were younger! Thanks for listening and don’t forget your podcast aunties love you 😘
We got 99 problems and publishing episodes on time is the biggest one. On this episode of the Call Her Aunty Podcast, Grace and Qua catch up on each other’s wellness journey (as always) and Qua shared her top 5 tips for dating and relationships! Tune in now to hear a few squeaks from our newest listener as well! Don’t forget your podcast aunties love you!
Happy Indigenous Peoples Day 🇨🇦 Our prerecorded episode was meant to be released on Fathers Day is now being released on National Indigenous Peoples Day! Tune in to her new mom of two share her top 5 tips for managing motherhood!
On this episode of the bi-weekly summer edition of the podcast, Grace and Qua share their recent experiences getting botox and having a baby! Tune in now 🎧
In this pre-recorded episode of the Call Her Aunty Podcast, Grace and Qua catch up with their friend Dallas. Dallas shares what life has been like as a father and husband! Listen now 🎧
Happy Mother’s Day day to all the matriarchs! On this episode of we talk about Grace’s soon to be birth of her second baby and also what our mothers have taught us! Tune in today 🤍
After a brief hiatus to observe that spring is here! Qua and Grace return to give a few life updates. They also revisit their previous opinions on the Depp vs Heard case.
This week on the #CallHerAuntyPodcast, Grace and Qua discuss the visit some of our Indigi folk made to a certain Pope and also why we don’t have opinions on the Oscar’s. Listen now and leave us a review!
In this weeks episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast, we take another look at the breakup between Kim & Kanye. Grace and Qua also give their top tips on how to secure the bag from their experience as business women.
On this episode of the Call Her Aunty Podcast, Qua interviews Grace on how she’s preparing her family of three to become a family of four! Tune in now!
This week we have decided to honour the life of Ashley Sloan-Hunter and all that she had taught in episode 75. Ashley has started her spirit journey home and we hope that you can offer you love and prayers to her family, friends and community. We will move forward with the open intent to heal, as she had advised us too in November ❤️ If you or a loved one are hoping to talk with somebody please reach out to https://noojimohealth.ca 💕
In this weeks' episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast Grace and Qua reflect on the term "love-bombing" by looking at the examples Kanye West is providing in the media. Tune now to also hear what they've been watching on Netflix! If you or anyone you know is looking for supports to leave an abusive relationships in the central Toronto region, please check out services available by clicking here.
Today on the #CallHerAuntyPodcast we choose to celebrate love! In this episode Grace & Qua take the The Anatomy of Love quiz and review their results together. Tune in now and take the test yourself by clicking here! Let us know if you are an explorer, builder, director or negotiator! Grace and Qua are big operators in serotonin system.
In this week's episode, Qua and Grace discuss what they thought love was vs what they think it is about now. They learn about the most romantic thing someone has done for them. Also, hear their reaction to new Netflix show "The Tinder Swindler" and rapid-fire questions regarding Valentine's Day!
This week has been challenging and the girls have returned this week with how to deal with the vaccine mandate haters! Tune in now to hear what they have been up too and how they have been dealing (and not dealing) with their peers.
On this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast, Grace and Qua reflect on the idea of a “comfort zone” and whether it is the place where dreams go to die or where we go to thrive. Tune in now to hear their thoughts!
Tune in now for Part 2 of our chat with Doctor Nat! Dr Natalie Snow breaks down what has led to the increase of incarceration for Indigenous women. Listen now with open hearts!
Welcome to the first two part series of 2022 (and the podcast) with Doctor Snow, also known as Aunt Nat! In the first part of this series we get to know Aunt Nat, where she studied and how she is getting through COVID. Join us next week as Aunt Nat switches gears to discuss the increase of incarcerated Indigenous women.
Welcome back to the first #CallHerAuntyPodcast episode of 2022! Grace and Qua do a recap of how they spent their holidays, review some @Netflix shows and re-visit old reviews! Tune in to hear Grace and Qua's big news for 2022. One resolution will take 16 training weeks and one will take 9 months!
In this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast, Qua and Grace review two ways to beat the winter blues! They also list four ways to protect your sanity over the holidays. Tune in now to hear their guide to happiness for the holidays!
On this weeks episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast we chat with our new friend Kora Bruno! Tune in to hear more about Kora’s journey from Maskwacis to Los Angles and how she went from a professional dancer to performance chef!
This week on the #CallHerAuntyPodcast, Grace & Qua use the cast of Selling Sunset to identify toxic traits in relationships. They also give tips on how to set boundaries in the work place. Tune in now to hear Grace & Qua's tips on how to safe guard your sanity!
This week on the #CallHerAuntyPodcast we have Flying Post First Nations finest in the house! Tune in now to here about #vanlife and also how she became a professional social worker!
In this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast, Grace & Qua give a review of treaty rights and the purpose of a land acknowledgement as they perceive it. Land acknowledgements were a term sprouted from the 94 Calls to Action. The Truth and Reconciliation Report was released in 2015 where the commission published 94 calls to action urging all levels of government (federal, provincial, and territorial) to work together to correct policies to heal the harm caused by residential schools. The report included calls to action for different industries and then began the land acknowledgement statements at hockey games and other settings where it is deemed shallow. Tune in now to hear more of their take on what's in the land acknowledgment.
In this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast, Grace & Qua review the difference between seeing a counsellor vs seeing a therapist. They emphasize the importance in finding the right match for you and your needs/wishes!
In this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast, Grace & Qua sit down with their new relative Ashley Hunter! Ashley is a Mother, Daughter, Partner and heavy lifter and a business owner. Listen now to her more about her journey through life!
Happy Halloween to all the ghosts and goblins! In this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast Grace & Qua break down the stereotypes and problems with the Pocahottie costume. We call on Spirit Halloween to remove this costume from all their stores! Stay safe and impose the Aunty/Mom tax on the candy bags with the children in your lives. Don't forget that your podcast aunties love you!
In this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast, Grace & Qua discuss their thoughts on Season 3 of YOU. They also talk about the impacts on the body because of racism and why it is in fact a public health issue. Tune in now to hear more and to hear what the ladies have been up too!
In this pre-recorded episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast Grace & Qua check back in with our Mikmaq sister and see how many goals she’s reached since they interviewed her last Fall. Tune in now as Aunty Faith tells us what she learned on her journey with fitness, education & relationships!
In this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast Grace & Qua give an accurate description of who Christopher Columbus was and why we shouldn't celebrate him! Tune in to hear more!
Welcome to Chapter 2 of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast. New chapter, same girls & different goals! Last time you head from your favorite podcast aunties, we were closing Chapter 1 on who we were and are now opening ourselves to new possibilities with Chapter 2. Still the same chicks from Northern Ontario trying to navigate life in the city. Listen to this episode to hear us look back on Chapter 1's episodes 1-5. If you think it's your time to start taking care of your mental health, head over to Noojimo Health's website to check out their services (https://noojimohealth.ca/).
This week on the #CallHerAuntyPodcast Grace and Qua talk about fat-shaming and how they’ve been impacted by diet culture. Tune now and hear our exciting announcement!
On this episode of the #CallHerAunty podcast we have Alicia from the #ComeBackSociety! Listen now to hear us talk about what she’s been up too and we also give our tips for a healthy relationship!
This week on the #CallHerAuntyPodcast Grace & Qua give a break down of what a pow wow is in their own words. They also give tips on how to plan your own community pow wow with a special guest. Qua’s Dad, Gary Boissoneau, tells us the most crucial part of planning a pow wow! Tune in to find out!
In this episode of the Call Her Aunty Podcast, Grace & Qua get scientific - sort of. Your favorite podcast aunties share their self-care tips and the benefits of each of them!
Your favourite podcast aunties are back! In this episode we share our younger selves Olympic dreams! Tune in to hear how we thought we’d get gold. If the olympics had “auntying” as an official sport we’d get gold!
Tune in to this weeks episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast. In this episode Grace tells us her osteopath experience and Qua explains the hinge algorithm. Your favourite podcast aunties also try to learn about “happy hormones”!
A day late, but here we are! Tune into this weeks episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast where we do a review of our Apple Watches, talk about lockdown restrictions being lifted and a few Netflix recommendations. Watch out for your favorite podcast Aunties on the loose somewhere on a patio/diner near you!
Your favorite podcast Aunties are back to business! After a long hiatus we are returning to tell you what we've been up too. Which can include long emotional days, road trips to Northern Ontario and using movement to help in healing ourselves. We also give you 6 tips to set boundaries in your life - Tune in now!
Listen to our latest episode with Krystal Abotossaway as she shares how she peeled back the onion layers to Qua's heart. Tune into this episode as Qua asks Krystal for some insight on being an aunty as Grace has her own aunty duties and is travelling back to Thunder Bay. We acknowledge Juneteenth and dive into being Indigenous working in a western world.
Your favourite podcast aunties are back and are here to say “men ain’t shit” - particularly one CIS man! And, if rez water “makes you gay”… pour us a tall glass with ice! Tune in to hear more.
Your podcast aunties are back and we love the Sephora campaign and we stand with our Afro-Indigenous relatives. In this episode, express how critical it is we are kind to each other. Tune in now!
Your favorite podcast aunties are back after a two week pod-cation! Listen now to this week's episode and we share some news and updates. Grace has a new puppy and Qua is in transition to a new apartment. We hope everyone is staying safe and keeping active!
In this episode we mention the statistic: 62% of Canadian girls aged 6 to 18 do not participate in sport. Which we quoted from the Canadian Women & Sport's THE RALLY REPORT - Encouraging Action to Improve Sport for Women and Girls that was published June 2020. To read more click here:
https://womenandsport.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Canadian-Women-Sport_The-Rally-Report.pdf
On this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast your aunties talk about their recent announcement to run on May 5th for #RedDressDay which is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG). Run with them on and leading up to May 5th by tagging @callherauntypodcast in your posts and/or stories! #MovementisMedicine
Your favourite podcast aunties are back and better then ever - factually! Tune into this episode to hear more on how both Qua & Grace have taken an inward focus to healing. #MovementisMedicine and we challenge our listeners to run/walk 5km with us on May 5th, which is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. We will be moving from now until our grand finale of 5km on the Day of Awareness and encourage everyone to get moving too - and tag us in your stories or posts!
This week on the #CallHerAuntyPodcast we have a special guest Jacylin aka Jace Meyer also know in the social media world as @JaceActually! We sit down with Jace to talk about being an entrepreneur but also talk about what the most appropriate volume to listen to Shania Twain! Tune in to learn to “just do it”! Follow Jace on Instagram and Twitter @jaceactually or on her website jaceactually.com!
On this episode, hosts Grace and Qua finally check in on what each other have been up too. We share with each other our feelings toward to the recent Asian hate crime in the States, thoughts on NCAA female athletes and our opinions on Meghan & Harry’s Oprah interview. Listen in to hear our recent Netflix binge-worthy shows to continue to get through this pandemic! Don’t forget to leave us a rating or a review and remember... your podcast aunties love you!
On this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast we sit down scrunchie mogul Mya Beaudry who owns and operates @Kokom_scrunchies! Tune in to this episode to hear the tips for success Mya uses. Spring is almost here, which means you deserve a new scrunchie, head over to https://kokomscrunchies.ca/ and treat yourself!
Welcome back to the #CallHerAuntyPodcast! This month we celebrated #BlackHistoryMonth with our relatives, and in this episode to close out the month we are celebrating with your favorite aunties' favorite roommate, Tamara "Tammy" Buckland. We commit to celebrating Black History this month, next month, tomorrow and the rest of the 365 days of the year! Tamara is a proud Jamaican woman who did the exact opposite of what Qua and Grace have done. Listen now to hear why Tammy decided to move to Northern Ontario. We also acknowledge the day this episode comes out is #BlackMentalHealthDay, in this talk with Tammy she shares her struggles with racism in Northern Ontario and internationally. Listen in on how she has preserved.
The #CallHerAuntyPodcast continues to celebrate Black History month and in this episode we have our Cree and Trinidadian relative, Tasha Spillet! Tasha is an author, educator, mother and soon to be doctor. Listen in to this episode as we talk to the author of the young adult graphic novel series Surviving the City, volume 1 (which won the Best Work in an Alternative Format at the 2019 Indigenous Voices Awards) about motherhood, post-secondary education and setting up healthy boundaries. We believe that Black History should continue to be shared, discussed and celebrated 365 days of the year - however, like we said before ... we won't turn down a reason to celebrate our relatives!
We are so excited to share our new episode with you this love day 💕 Enjoy this crock pot feature, where two podcasts simmer into one 🍲.
Join us as they talk about all things from their childhood delicacy meals, coming back from a heartbreak, trying to date in a pandemic, letting potatoes rest and maybe even trying to find uncles for Qua and Lexie.
Like Indigenous History month, Black History month is every day - however, you don't have to ask us twice to celebrate our relatives! In honour of #BlackHistoryMonth in this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast the ladies interview friend, entrepreneur and founder of TR1BE music, Justin Holness! Justin (or you better known aby his artist name "Jah'kota") opens up about his relationship status and his identity as a Jamaican and Indigenous man. Tune in to find out if his DM's are open! Listeners can follow him on Twitter and Instagram @jahkotamusic. You can also follow all things Tr1be on Instagram @tr1be_music or subscribe to this podcast at https://www.tr1bemusic.com/subscribe! Most of all, dont forget that your podcast aunties love you xo
This week on the #CallHerAuntyPodcast we chat with the world champion of our hearts, Anna Jacobs. Anna is provincial and national champion, but also she is reclaiming her identity. Tune in to this episode as we reflect on racism in sports after watching #TheUnwantedVisitor and also reflect on mental health from the recent #BellLetsTalk day! Let us know what you think and don't forget - that your podcast aunties love you!
On this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast Grace and Qua chat with Saddle Lake First Nation's Tia Wood! Tia shares her journey with us and opens up about one of her TikTok videos! Tune in and listen to our Cree cousin over in Treaty 6 speak from the heart on confidence and culture in the virtual world! Remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
Happy one year anniversary to all our listeners! In this episode we introduce each other to our newer listeners and re-introduce each other to our day ones. We also do year in review of our challenges and successes this past year as a podcast. We talk about how we hope to grow this year as well, personally and as a podcast. Our first announcement is that soon you will be able to stream us on @tr1be_music / https://www.tr1bemusic.com/ !
This week on the #CallHerAuntyPodcast we are joined by Letterkenny's Dylan Cook. In this episode Dylan shares his journey growing up in Northern Ontario, his experience with post-secondary education and his connection to culture . Cook is a member of Batchewana First Nation, grew up in Garden River First Nation and now plays Slash on Letterkenny. Follow him on Instagram @dcook022. Watch the 9th season of Letterkenny available on Crave for our Canadian listeners or on Hulu for our relatives south of the boarder! To see what other movies he's been involved in check out his IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5730945/ !
Your aunties welcome 2021 with a brand new logo by multi-media artist Emma Petahtegoose (@by.niigaanii on Instagram). Tune into this episode to hear what are our New Years practices are! We also invite you to join us as we watch the new season of the Bachelor!
On this episode of the podcast Grace shares how she tricks her son into eating food. Qua shares what she's been binge watching this weekend. Leave us a rating or a review! Stay safe over the holidays and wash your hands!
In this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast, the girls spill a little tea when checking in with each other, evaluate the Selena netflix series and talk about body positivity. As we head into winter, your podcast aunties want to remind you about the hope for wellness hotline. Call the toll-free Help Line at 1-855-242-3310 or connect to the online chat at hopeforwellness.ca.
In this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast, the ladies welcome fellow northern girl Marissa Groulx! Marissa is an artist, mother and entrepreneur. Tune in to hear how Marissa completed her education and launched her own business on this instalment of #TeaTalks. You can shop her collection at www.MarissaGroulx.com!
In this week's episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast, the girls talk about their goals for our upcoming COVID Winter. Tune in to hear how they plan on unwinding and staying sane this season! Stay tuned for the month of December and our lineup of guests, who you can also purchase gifts from for the holiday season!
On the 39th episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast the girls retell their first pap test experience and give their list of recommendations for period movies. They also congratulate Madam Vice-President, Kamala Harris! See you all next week and don't forget that your podcast aunties love you xo
In this episode of the #CallHerAuntydPodcast the girls welcome guest Emma Petahtegoose. She is a former Lil’NHLer, highschool hockey champ, NAIG bronze medalist, Twitch streamer, published writer, multi-media artist, and a cute ojibwe who gives great hugs! In this episode we talk about the good feelings of being surrounded by community and also some challenges of leaving your community. Follow Emma on Instagram at @lemmanade10! She is also on Twitch: twitch.com/lemmanade10. Commission you own cartoon self portrait also by DM'ing her art page, @by.niigaanii.
This week on the #CallHerAuntyPodcast the girls make their own version of Sex & The City but with an Indigenous twist. They take a look back at their careers. Listen in on this episode to hear also where they see themselves in five and ten years. Don't forget that your podcast aunties love you xo
The Aunties are back! After a brief hiatus in honor of #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we have returned with big news! If you've seen Step Brothers, and remember the Prestige World Presentation, we are bringing the same vibes. The news is, ImagineNATIVE and our world premiere happens THIS WEEK! The 2020 imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival takes place from October 20 - 25, 2020 (https://festival.imaginenative.org/in2020-indigital-space/). If you have time this week, give us a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts! If you have more time to offer this week, send a prayer to our Mik'maq relatives! As always, remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
Today (October 4th) is a National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women held by Unifor (Canada's largest private sector union). The #CallHerAuntPodcast wants to acknowledge this and ask our listeners to talk, listen and share their locations with trusted persons. In this episode we share how we first learned about the crisis in Turtle Island. We also talk about what we were like as 10 year old girls and what advice we'd give to our younger self. Tune in to hear the advice we also give to our 20 year old selves! Bad times don't last and always remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
Tune into this week's episode where we talk about what #OrangeShirtDay is and it's importance! Grace and Qua talk about why the discussion of residential school is relatively simple. We also share about when we first learned about residential school. Let us know what you think! Leave us a rating or a review too! Don't forget that your podcast aunties love you!
In this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast, we have our Mi'kmaq sister Faith join us! Faith shares her journey through post-secondary and with fitness. Faith shares with the girls that when your going through healing its a process and sometimes you have to press reset. Resetting doesn't mean you haven't moved forward but it sets your mind up to continue the process. Tune in to this week's episode to hear more! Most of all, always remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
Follow Faith on Instagram at @got2havefa1th as she continues her education journey with her Masters!
In this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast , Grace and Qua reflect on sisterhood. What it looks like for them, including how they've made friends into sisters. Tune in to this episode to hear Grace share what her sisters have taught her about life. Qua also shares how she's developed friendships into sisters. They both agree that at the end of the day, sisterhood is about having each other's backs and wanting your friend to be their best. Leave us a review! Give us a follow on both Instagram and Facebook by searching "Call Her Aunty Podcast", but most of all remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
In this week's episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast Grace asks Qua about her fitness journey! Both being former varsity athletes they have dealt with the struggled with the concept of no long being "fit" or "athletic". Qua opens up about how she approaches fitness as ceremony because of some of the teachings she had received. Rate, review, subscribe and remember: wash your hands and whatever you do this Fall with your kiddies, remember to do whats best for you and your family. Your podcast aunties love you xo
Your favorite aunties are just two small-town girls, trying to make it in this lonely world. Listen to our latest episode as we share highlights about our hometowns and the amazing nature that comes along with it. In this episode we also talk about our "almost" moments, where we nearly made the decisions to move back to our hometowns. Like, listen and subscribe and always remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
Your favorite podcast aunties have returned! Fresh tans with a new outlook on life all while forever trying to be healthy and fit! The aunties return with episode 29 after a podcast vacation. Over the past few weeks we've had multiple requests on how we started. In this episode Grace and Qua reflect on how it all began. They share their tips and other things that they learned along the way. Tune in to this episode to find out what they are! And remember, that your podcast aunties love you xo
Sneak peek at tip #1: If your going to start a podcast, you should be listening to podcasts. The two girls both are dedicated listeners to different podcasts. Qua listens to @girlsgottaeatpodcast and Grace listens to @thebirdspapaya. We highly recommend you check them out for yourself!
Your favourite podcast aunties are going on a break - not like the Ross & Rachel type of break but more like a two week break to create & reflect. Listen to our latest episode to hear our two other announcements: Grace is going to university and we are being presented at ImagineNative! Even though we aren’t releasing episodes for two weeks, remember that your podcast aunties love you xo 😘
Tune in to this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast to hear how Grace and Qua have been enjoying their times at home. They also share some insight about what lessons they have learned during the continued pandemic. Thanks for listening and remember that your podcast aunties love you xo 😘
In this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast, Grace and Qua are on the move! After resetting at a cottage, they continue on to their home territories. Together in the Soo aka Bawating, they give us a list of their road trip essentials. Listen to also hear about their favourite road trips!
In this episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast the girls dive into their health, again! Healing isn’t a destination, it’s a journey. Listen to this episode to see where we are on our journey as of Week 16 of the pandemic!
Grace and Qua are back with pt 2 of our polled topics for discussion. They share what being professional means to them in work relationships along with their experiences with sexism in sports. Listen to this episode to hear more from the non majority topics they polled on Instagram earlier this month. Please leave us a rate and review, and remember that your podcast aunties love you xo 😘
On today's episode, we celebrate Father's Day with Qua's brother Nimkeese as our guest! New to fatherhood, Nimkeese shares his experience from pregnancy to childbirth to diaper changing. Grace inquires about what it's like to raise a baby from a males perspective. Nimkeese and Qua reflect on their upbringing and what characteristics their father has that he wants to hold as a father. Follow along Nim's journey in fatherhood by following his Instagram: @nimkeese. June is National Indigenous History Month and Pride Month so we would like to wish all our listers and followers a great month, year and life! #happyfathersday #happynationalindigenouspeoplesday
In this episode of the podcast, Grace and Qua respond to their recent polls on Instagram. They polled their followers regarding what topics they would like to hear about. Ranging from romantic relationships, first heart break, first pow-wow and experiencing racism - the girls quickly touch on each of the winning topics. Stay tuned for pt 2 where they discuss the other half of the topics. Please leave us a rate and review, and remember that your podcast aunties love you xo 😘
In this episode of the podcast Qua and Grace talk about beauty routines while in quarantine. They also review the popular Netflix docuseries, the Last Dance. Tune in to this episode to hear their thoughts on Jordan, Pippen & Rodman. Rate and review us and remember that your podcast aunties love you xo 😘
In the 20th episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast we have our previous guest (from episode 14) back with us, Chelsie Parayko! She is from Missanabie Cree First Nation which is located north east of Wawa and north west of Chapleau in Northern Ontario. In this episode the ladies discuss what praying means to them along with what their individual relationships with the act of praying and smudging are like. We would also like to ask our listeners to take some time and offer a prayer to the Black community. Thank you for listening and remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
In this episode of the #CallHerAunty podcast the girls open up about failure with a recent incident in their lives. Failure is a part of the process, and the girls reflect on the failures that were apart of their journeys. Listen to this episode to hear how Grace handled placing second at the OCAA National Curling Championships. Qua also shares how in final years at Algoma they lost in the second round of OCAA Provincials. Losing in sports is heart wrenching, but in those moments they both agree that failure is really success if we learn from it. It might not have meant winning provincially or nationally the next year, but it did mean learning how to overcome adversities. Thank you for listening and remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
In this week's episode your podcast aunties sit down with Cree superstar, Scott Wabano. Scott is an aspiring stylist from the Cree Nation of Waskaganish (located in the Eeyou Istchee territory in Northern Quebec). You may recognize him from the viral city natives meme that took the Indigenous internet world by storm, but before being more searched on TikTok then Scott Disik - Scott grew up in Moose Factory, Ontario. He shares with us his experience of moving around Ontario and his journey through post-secondary which eventually lead him to finding his passion. Follow this creative native on Instagram & TikTok: @ScottWabano ! Please leave a rating and give us a review and remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
For our 18th episode we have a very special guest, Tausha Esquega. Tausha is a member of Gull Bay First Nation, Algoma University Alumna, Jingle Dress Dancer, Friend, Aunty, Mother of 3 and Grace's sister! She shares her story of being a young mom and how she overcame her obstacles, completed University and the importance of building your own community of support! Thanks for listening and remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
This episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast is a special tribute to all the mothers out there! Every mom regardless of if you birthed a baby or not, we want to shout out all moms, step-moms, foster moms, furbaby moms, solo moms, and moms in the spirit world.
In Episode 16 the girls have a guest producer, their 8 year old friend named Neila. She provided a series of questions that pertain to adult life including topics about bugs and other stuff. Qua describes why she likes her hair long and Grace explains that even though it makes sense, you don't barf up a baby. We also share some of Ryan McMahon's tips on podcasting (Watch his webinar here: https://thefoldcanada.org/). They also invite you to join in on the Ontario Native Women's Association May #MoccWalk2020 Challenge! Register here to join us in the challenge here: https://www.onwa.ca/moccwalk2020.
In episode 15 the girls talk about being on lock down with and without their significant other! Qua opens up about her now long distance relationship and Grace shares insight on locking down with her husband. We want to take this time to thank all essential workers and medical staff who are keeping our society going! Thanks for listening and remember that your podcast aunties love you xo 😘
In Episode 14 of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast we have a cree relative whos traditional lands land somewhere between Qua and Grace. Chelsie Parayko is our second guest on the podcast and she shares what she’s learned about moving to different cities, relationships and how she experienced her moon time. Thank you for listening and remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
It’s episode 13 of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast and Qua’s birthday! In this episode we are sharing our birth stories and Grace opens up about all things being a new mom with a baby! Stay safe and stay connected. Thanks for listening and remember your podcast aunties love you xo 😘
It's episode 12 of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast and we are opening up about our moon time stories! Grace & Qua share how their mothers did or didn't talk to them about menstruation. They also give us an update on their fitness during physical distancing. Along with contemplating the age old question - should I get bangs. Thanks for listening and remember - your podcast aunties love you xo
In Episode 11 of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast your favourite aunties update you on how their surviving isolation! They speak on finding healthy solutions and balancing relaxing and staying active. Admitting its difficult but we're all in this together. They also update listeners on the latest netflix shows. We have a new venture to announce, press play to find out! Remember your podcast aunties love you xo
On our tenth episode of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast we have a special guest! You may have seen her on the @canadagoose 2019 holiday campaign #GenerationsofWarmth. You may also been taught by her at a @manitobah story boot classes, and if your an Ontario resident - you may have even played against her in the L’NHL. Above all these things, she is one of our most genuine, kind, caring and dearest gal pal - the one & only, Sage Petahtegoose! Five years ago fate had it for Grace, Qua and Sage to collectively meet. Fast forward to 2020 the girls have grown and supported each other through the various stages of life. Sage opens up about her move to the city, her path including grinding through multi part-time jobs and making the decision to move home. Listen to episode 10 to hear how she got through it and what she’s up too now. Follow Sage on Instagram and Twitter at @sagethenative ! Thanks for listening, and remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
In Episode 9 the girls report live from the City of Thunder Bay. Grace shares her experience buying fake high end handbags and Qua swears off of buying jewelry. Grace also reflects back on growing up in T-Bay and shares more about her family. She expresses the importance of never giving up and that it's okay if you fail, as long as you trying. Qua manages to find a way to bring up Pino's and their menu. After they talk about food, they talk about the current hysteria in the media and remind everyone to wash their hands. Thanks for listening, and leave a message if you also rank Pino's wedges #1 on their menu. Remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
It's episode 8th of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast! The girls celebrate International Women's Day in Blue Mountain. It's important celebrate women every day as we come from matriarchal societies (Matriarchy is a social system in which females hold the primary power positions in roles of political leadership, moral authority, social privilege and control of property). Finding ways to be active during the winter can be difficult but these Northern girls know how. In this episode the girls reflect on different forms of solidarity and that loving your family every day is an important form. Thanks for listening, and always remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
In Episode 7 of the #CallHerAuntyPodcast the girls review the Netflix's series, Love is Blind and check in on their New Years resolutions. They also determine that for themselves, love is not blind. They emphasize the importance of self love and that includes being proactive about your health. A lesson that they have learned is that movement is medicine. For this episode they've utilized the Toronto Public Library recording studios, which is free and available to all Toronto residents. Thanks for listening, and remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
Your favourite Northern girls open Episode 6 with a little self reflection and some realizations on self care. They talk about themselves as children and their relationships with their siblings. They also discover that love is abundant! Thanks for listening, and always remember that your podcast aunties love you xo
The air mattress queens have returned to share more about how they transitioned to city life. It includes their experiences through education, community building and the dating world! They share the importance of being safe on first dates and social media. As always, they find a way to talk about food. Thanks for listening, and remember your podcast aunties love you xo
In Episode 4, your Northern girls acknowledge National Girls & Women in Sport Day, breakdown piggies in a blanket and the importance of normalizing mental health. Also, in unrelated news, the girls may have decided to join the gym! Thanks for listening, and remember your podcast aunties love you xo
The air mattress queens are back with Episode 3 of the Call Her Aunty Podcast! In this episode Grace and Qua get serious. Giving you our tried, tested and true boujee meal hacks on a budget. Explaining why greatness comes from working at food restaurants and ratio testing on old Ojibway remedies. Thanks for listening, and remember your podcast aunties love you xo
Your favourite Northern Girls are back with Episode 2 of the Call Her Aunty Podcast! Listen and laugh with us as Grace discovers what trade deadlines mean in the dating world, Netflix "You" spoilers, conspiracies theories and best yet, we talk about our role models then, now and always.
It’s the “Call Her Aunty" podcast! Its a little rough around the edges but so are we. In the first episode we talk about our moves to the city, feeling alone and how we both were sleeping on air mattresses. We also share our New Years resolutions! Thanks for listening, and remember your podcasts aunties love you xo