It's Literally Fine Podcast: Recent Episodes
Emelie Savard & Maria Papadakis
Just two girls talking about life in their 20's... hosted by Emelie Savard & Maria Papadakis! https://linktr.ee/itsliterallyfine_podcast
30 episodes down with a lifetime of memories to look back on! In our season finale episode, we take a trip down memory lane and go through our favourite moments — with your favourite guests!! Here’s to good chats, good laughs and good people! Thank you so much to all of our sponsors this season! Instincts Eyewear, Good Vines, Plant Collective, Active Humans, NewSmile Life, The GCC Shop, Be Blue Bijoux, My Only Oats, Craftstone Knives & Sisterly Swimwear. Video episode also available on our YouTube
From best friends, to business partners Cheryl Willberg and Melissa Jovanoski are determined to conquer the fitness world, together. These boss babes are the founders of City Shred - social media’s largest fitness community. From live to virtual events, it really does have it all! For many of us, the pandemic was a way to focus on our personal health and fitness. With that in mind, Cheryl & MJ were able to take City Shred to a whole other level — an app! City Shred TV enables everyone to continue their fitness journey and stay connected to it’s community, virtually. From on demand workout routines to mediation sessions, this app will have you feeling your best— physically and mentally! Watch this episode on YouTube to learn more about all of the programs City Shred has to offer and how you can engage with a positive and uplifting fitness community no matter where you go! Video episode also available on our YouTube
When it comes to wearing makeup in the summer heat… we could all use a little extra guidance & advice! Have no fear, Hannah Wells is here! Hannah, COO of Fancy Face Inc. comes onto It's Literally Fine podcast this week to share with us all of her professional tips & tricks, on how to achieve a fresh & flawless summer makeup look. In sponsorship with Sisterly Swimwear, Hannah takes us through the products that will guarantee the ultimate light yet glowy look, wether you’re poolside, oceanside or lakeside! This is an episode you don't want to miss! Video episode also available on our YouTube
This week on the podcast, we have the creator of AOG - Attitude of Gratitude. Mackenzie shares her story on how sports have always been a part of her life growing up, and how she turned that passion into a business. She also shares all of the different ways Attitude of Gratitude has transformed into so much more than she could have ever imagined. Learn all about her brand and how she uses it to spread light to others! This video is sponsored by Craftstone Knives They offer a range of hand crafted knives with natural stone and hardwood handles. Check them out to create a custom knife that’s perfect for you! Video episode also available on our YouTube
This week on the podcast we’re joined by Ashley Bloomfield, to hear all about how she went from working at in retail... to (virtual) world domination! This mommy of two, is a lifestyle content creator and is your leading source for all things fashion and motherhood life hacks! Check out the full episode to hear about what it was like creating content during quarantine, how she successfully runs her business & being a full-time mom, and SO much more! This episode is sponsored by Only Oats- Gluten Free Oats from a group of farmers, straight to you! Finding purity from farm to belly— check them out! Video episode also available on our YouTube
In this weeks episode, former Pro baseball player Brett Siddall & Chiropractor Kyle Kotchie, give us the complete low down on the inner workings of a males mindset... and opinions when it comes to all things dating! Tune in to find out their relationship deal breakers, dating horror stories, and why dinner on the first date is an absolute NO in their books! ALSO - The boys dish the deets on both of their Bachelorette recruitment experiences! This is an episode you don't want to miss. This episode is sponsored by Be Blue Bijoux - An affordable, yet luxurious Canadian jewelry brand hand crafted with love! Video episode also available on our YouTube
Since a young age, Natalie Servello has always been mesmerized by fashion, & found herself flipping through Vogue to escape the real world. Between magazines and watching fashion shows she felt something was missing from the industry... Thus, Unlabelled LTD was born! - A clothing brand that empowers everyone to feel good in their skin! Natalie’s goal has always been to positively change the fashion industry and today she is doing exactly that! Check out the full episode to hear her story and how she came to be the Co- Founder of Unlabelled LTD. This episode is sponsored by The GCC. Check them out for eco friendly cannabis accessories, made by hand! Video episode also available on our YouTube
Content creators, assemble! In today’s episode, we reunite with our classmates-- Sarah Jenkins & Jesse Pollock from our days as Sport Media students, at Ryerson University! After reminiscing about the good old days... We learn about their careers in the world of digital media, and how apps like TikTok changed their lives! These Canadian content creators give us the scoop on what it’s like being in the public eye, and all the new and exciting ways they’re learning to create content for their audience, in a world of social media! Tune in for a sneak peak on all of the exciting post-pandemic content coming your way & see their take on how It's Literally Fine Podcast can “evolve” it’s content for our 3rd season. This episode is sponsored by NewSmile Life - Check them out for straight teeth in less than 6 months & for half the cost of braces! Get smile confidence for life at home! Video episode also available on our YouTube
In today’s episode, we sit down with Carrie Oehm - a trailblazer for women in the sports industry! From creating lifestyle content for Blog To to being an activist for women athletes, SHE DOES IT ALL! She is also the face behind The Gist-- a female lead sports startup that informs you on “the gist” of everything going on in the world of sports! Tune in to learn about her journey, and how she is using the power of social media to change the way we consume sports! This episode is sponsored by Active Humans-- a deodorant created by active humans for active humans! Check out their 5 amazing scents to smell fresh all summer long & use our code SWEAT20 for 20% off at checkout! Video episode also available on our YouTube
ILF Fam! We present to you... the ultimate fashion takeover! On today’s episode, we sit down with the most stylish gal we know Taylor Huestis, Founder of her own personal styling business The Overhaul! Watch as Taylor critiques some of our outfits choices... on the spot, and provides her insight on what we did well & what we should probably never wear again! Let’s just say things get... honest! Everyone should have their own stylist! This episode is sponsored by Plant Collective. If you’re a plant lover, like us, be sure to check them out— to receive house plants delivered right to your door! Use our code: literallyfine15 for 15% off your purchase. Everyone needs a plant bebe! Video episode also available on our YouTube
Between relationships, society, and your career, rejection is inevitable. However, this doesn’t make it hurt any less when it happens! But... It’s Literally Fine! With the help of our tips and tricks we will grow through these experiences together! Always remember to turn your rejections into redirections! S/o to Good Vines for sponsoring this episode! Their white wine spritz, will definitely help cheer you up! Check them out if you haven’t already & let us know in the comments! Video episode also available on our YouTube
Our mamas steal the show this week as they share their wisdom on dealing with heartbreak, shedding light on body positivity, what it was like raising us, & SO MUCH MORE! We wouldn’t be who we are or where we are today if it weren’t for our loving and supportive moms, so make sure to show them some love in the comments! S/o to Good Vines for sponsoring this episode. Check them out for the perfect white wine spritz this summer! Video episode also available on our YouTube
In today’s episode we play an intimate card game that exposes our true thoughts & feelings about ourselves... and our relationships! The game is filled with stimulating questions to help us discover people’s perceptions of us, to build a deeper connection with each other, and to reflect on previous relationships choices! We get deep about our first impressions of each other, who falls in-love the fastest, and if we would get someones name tattooed on us!! Huge shoutout to Good Vines for sponsoring this episode! Check them out to uncover the perfect white wine spritz for the summer! Also, big thank you you to Going Mental for the mental health hoodies! Video episode also available on our YouTube
Mind games... intriguing and entertaining OR a complete waste of time? In today’s episode we give you the scoop on everything mind games! From what these manipulative tactics look like out at the club, texting habits and social media maneuvers! Through personal experience, we help guide you on how to dodge these mischievous masters and even how to one up them! Listen to the full episode to find out if you’ve fallen victim to mind games or if you’re a first hand culprit! BIG thank you to Good Vines for sponsoring this episode! Grab your Good Vines white wine spritz at your local LCBO today. Video episode also available on our YouTube
Stoked to have these fabulous ladies take girls supporting girls to a whole new level!-- Emma Brown & Mariah Amber! In this uplifting episode, Emma & Mariah share how they rise above the toxic pressures social media puts on women & our bodies by staying motivated, confident, and OWNING WHO THEY ARE! They also surround themselves with a community of positive women who share the same goals and passions - dance, fitness & empowering others. Although their journey has not been easy, the many obstacles and triumphs along the way have shaped who they are today. Want to hear more?? Listen in! This episode is sponsored by Good Vines! The best white wine spritzer you'll ever have! Video episode also available on our YouTube
In this episode, we skip the deep chats & get down to the hard hitting questions! Share a Good Vines drink with us, as we play a good ole’ game of Truth or Drink! How to Play: We must either take a drink of a Good Vines white wine spritz OR answer a juicy question, submitted by one of you! Basically, you’re in for another episode... where we EXPOSE ourselves! Tune in for all of our answers... Here. Is. The. Tea. Video episode also available on our YouTube
We have all romanticized Jim and Pam’s relationship from The Office.... but are office romances really a good idea? In this episode, we give you all, the 4-1-1 on our personal experiences dating a colleague & the pros and cons that come along with that sneaky office love affair! This type of relationship is destined to end in matrimony... or a messy work environment for everyone. So, before you act on your feelings, and get drunk with your boss & tell me how you REALLY feel, maybe watch this episode... don’t say we didn’t warn you! Video episode also available on our YouTube
Pet peeves can make someone go from liking you... to hating you in seconds! In today’s episode, we give you the lowdown on things you should absolutely avoid doing in the talking stage and in your relationship! From texting etiquette, to creepy club behaviour... we let you in on our informative list of MAJOR turn offs that push our buttons. Video episode also available on our YouTube
Today, we sit down with our dudes-- Brett Siddall & Louie Tiano, to put them to the ultimate fact check test! Since we all started dating during quarantine... we’ve had a fair bit of time to learn allllll about each other— our biggest fears, our favourite colours & cars, and so much more. Through a list of questions we each created, they have the chance to prove just how well they REALLY know us.... and how well we REALLY know them! The stakes were high, considering if questions were answered wrong, we were forced to eat something repulsive... such as... baby food! Bring your A game to this episode ILF Fam & let us know in the comments how many questions you got correct! Inspo from James Corden’s show “Spill your Guts or Fill your Guts”... this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Video episode also available on our YouTube
Ending a long term relationship with someone you thought you would be with forever, can be difficult. Getting back into the streets can be a lot of FUN... however, please proceed with caution! In this episode, we share our opinions on the do’s and don’ts of getting back into the dating scene, without hurting yourself or anyone else in the process! We remind you that “the streets” are filled with unexpected bumps, so make sure to read the signs to avoid traps, manipulators & stage 5 clingers. Follow these steps and you’ll make it through the streets... literally fine! Video episode also available on our YouTube
In this episode, we reflect on the plans we set out for ourselves as teenagers... in love, friendship and in life, and how some of those plans just didn’t work out, for the better. Through growing up and experiencing new things, our goals have also had to change and continuously evolve. Between relationships and careers we can easily get stuck comparing ourselves to others... especially on social media. Don’t be consumed about what you see others achieving, as we are all living our own lives, following our own different paths! Letting goals go is... literally fine... as timelines and mentalities are constantly changing as we continue to grow. Trust that everything is unfolding exactly as it should & remember... BE A CHAMELEON! Video episode also available on our YouTube
The hardest conversations are usually the ones worth having! Expressing your emotions is seen as a sign of weakness in our society... but through today’s candid chat, we hope to change that narrative and ultimately, put an end to the stigma. Being honest takes courage and strength. In this episode, we break down our own walls to finally open up to all of you about our mental health journeys. From identifying and understanding our own anxious behaviour, setting misconceptions straight, and examining our past experiences that have led to future triggers, we discuss the full run down on what it’s like living with anxiety and various other mental illnesses. We also dig deep into how our mental health effects our jobs, relationships & overall mental state, and how we’re working on ourselves to overcome these battles! Remember to never give up on yourself and to never surrender to your anxious thoughts. We must all keep fighting! We believe in YOU. Video episode also available on our YouTube
On today’s episode, we have a deeper conversation with Ramsey Aburaneh, - the backbone of Toronto’s nightlife industry and our city’s number 1 “social butterfly”. Ramsey shares insider details about his unique process getting onto @bigbrotherca , his emotional journey on the show and how his life has changed since. From his experiences during his Canadian wide tour, supporting his family, and navigating the dark side of fame, be prepared for MANY takeaway lessons! Always remember WHO YOU ARE, where you come from and to stay true to that!! Video episode also available on our YouTube
Realizing you have the “hots” for your long time bestie can be very risky, or it could make for the perfect relationship... seeing as they’re already your best friend! In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of dating in the friend group! This includes how to shoot your shot, how to deal with getting friend-zoned, and most importantly... how to maintain your friendships with the rest of the crew. Throughout this episode we loved rocking our new blue light glasses from @instincts.co. Their premium blue light glasses offer an easy and effective solution to avoid blue light exposure that will reduce headaches and eye strains caused by screen time, as well as improve the quality of your sleep. Use our code “ILF20” to get a discount at checkout & visit http://shopinstincts.com for more information! Video episode also available on our YouTube
We’re calling you ALL out in this episode, where we finally set the record straight on the differences between men vs women, gender norms, and put an end to societies twisted beliefs! We get into it ALL… including: body counts, reputations, judgment on past behaviours, your career goals, weak minded opinions and more! It’s 2021... Let’s end this sht….own who you are, and never let the opinions of others define you! Video episode also available on our YouTube*
Class is in session during todays episode, as we help guide you through the Do’s and Don’ts of dating apps! During today’s episode, we swipe through our own dating success stories, as well as our own cringeworthy failed attempts! We also give our “expert” knowledge on how to slide in, and what behaviour should be banned, as well as finding out the REAL reason we joined these dating apps. Buckle up folks, it’s going to be a bumpy ride... as we share the craziest messages we’ve ever received in Hinge history. Video episode also available on our YouTube
On today’s episode we sit down with the kings of King Street W-- Ryan Pownall and Ronnie Wray, and hear all of their crazy stories on how they conquered the Toronto club scene! We dive into how they balance being business partners as well as roommates and reflect on pre pandemic moments at their favourite spots Downtown. From promoter stereotypes to fighting over girls...these guys give us an exclusive on the behind the scenes of Toronto’s night life... & make us literally LOL while doing so. Video episode also available on our YouTube
This week we flipped the switch and hit a heavier topic... CHEATING! We’re here to be the friends who give you the HONEST truth about why these situations happen, what you should do, and how to know if someone is being shady. This week, we share our own hardships and experiences with navigating new relationships, reflecting on old mistakes and moving forward. Video episode also available on our YouTube
This week we are throwing it waaaay back and take you for a trip down memory lane. Get ready for lots of laughs as we take it back to our time at Ryerson as young, university students trying to navigate school, friendship & the Toronto party scene. If you went to Rye High you will definitely recognize some of these spots, as we reminisce where it all began. Video episode also available on our YouTube
The girls are back for SZN 2 of It's Literally Fine podcast! Em and Maria catch you up on what they've been up to in their 'Offseason'. From navigating the second COVID lockdown, new relationships, taking the time to reflect and finding their worth. This episode features new and exciting things to come in 2021, from special guests, new social series and much more!! Love, Em and Maria xo. Video episode also available on our YouTube
Time flies when you’re having fun…. & with that, season 1 of ‘It’s Literally Fine’ has come to an end. We want to thank each & every one of you, for the ongoing- amazing support over the past 4 months. With over 4,000 downloads over the 15 episodes this season, we couldn’t be more thankful. So, in that being said… enjoy this final episode, where we answer ALL of your questions & look to the future of the podcast for 2021. We are very excited to get back at it in the new year with fresh content, a new look & maybe even a guest or two? Thanks for all of the laughs this season, & we hope you’ll continue on this journey with us… but if you don’t… it’s literally fine. Love Em & Maria xo.
Life is all about learning. If something doesn’t go your way, get up & try again. Same goes for relationships. This week, we get in deep about breakups... how to handle heartbreak, moving on, & how to accept the end of a relationship. There’s no right or wrong way to move on, as nobody is perfect. However, we both believe through past experience, that moving through feelings & realizing what’s best for you... is how you really will end up finding... “the one”.
SURPRISE! We back. Here to talk about all things COVID-19, why we took a week off, from navigating testing centres, the benefit of making an appointment, how to stay calm & move forward into the 2nd wave of coronavirus… we’re all in this together & we gotchu.
What is your idea of the ‘perfect’ date? Does the guy… always pay for dinner? How do you feel about PDA? Getting into allll things dating culture this week. From dating etiquette, the stages of dating, how to know if you’re “exclusive” or not, were dishing all the deets… & our opinions on dating in 2020.
In today’s age, social media is such a prevalent part of our society. However, sometimes it’s hard to separate the importance of these apps… from how we want to live our lives. This week, we dive into how to maintain good mental health, while engaging online. To stop comparing ourselves to others and to stop investing so much time in caring what other people think of us through our social media channels. Mental health is just as important as our physical health, yet many of us are hurting our mental state’s… by letting social media control how we feel and view ourselves. Remember, Instagram… is NOT reality.
You guys asked for it… so we delivered. Spilling yours (& our) WORST DM’s. From compliments gone wrong, creepy & cryptic pickup lines, knowing how to swerve a stage 5 DM clinger and how to make us actually LOL over DM, we’re dishing it all. This is an episode you don’t want to miss xo!
Just two girls who like sports!! This week, we’re getting real about being a female in the sports industry. The successes, the failures, the judgement and more. As two girls who went to school for sport media, we also wanted to highlight one project in particular that we feel, stemmed the strong partnership between us…
Two Words: Body. Positivity. This week we dive into perspectives on body image, the effects of social media, the important of working out and how to maintain a good relationship with food. We struggle with our body image daily & hope this episode shares some insight into how to overcome negative body image and how to live a full & healthy lifestyle for not only your body, but also your mind.
As many of you may or may not know.. Maria & I love a good night out. We love to have fun & live it up in the downtown Toronto club scene with our friends, & we specifically love trolling King W! It’s actually one of our favourite past times... This week we’re talking everything from bottle service, promoters, partying etiquette, 4am last call & our favourite spots to visit downtown. Grab your glass of wine & let’s have a toast... for all our Toronto club rats.
This week, we get deep. We just always want you guys to remember your worth. We love having fun, but sometimes we have to lay down the line. Toxic friendships & relationships are real af for us. We always want to be transparent with you guys & tell it like it is. For us, this topic hits home. Always know your worth & remember what you deserve wether that be with friends or a partner. Never settle for less, just because it’s available.
ILF Gang, we have our first guest and he is a special one! Join us for a exclusive Raw Interview with The Kissing Booth Star, Josh Eady! Listen In as we talk everything dating, life as a celebrity and even test his Toronto Slang! SPECIAL EDITION EPISODE also AVAILABLE on YOUTUBE
WELL... This is a juicy episode everyone. Maria & Em recap their worst dating stories and tell some of the funniest and most outrageous dating stories that were submitted by our listeners. Listen in as Maria & Em break down their thoughts on these stories.
Another week... another episode ladies and gents. Em and Maria recap their crazy week, reminisce on their (not so hot) trip to NYC and talk everything travel.
Maria and Emelie talk everything quarantine from living with family, new hobbies, quarantine dating and much more! Quarantine might not have gone as well as we thought...but it's literally fine.
Episode 1 is officially here Ladies & Gents! Meet the duo behind the mic's. Emelie and Maria take you through who they are, how their friendship began, how far they've come and much more!