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Candace Sampson hosts What She Said! This one hour show aims to inspire and uplift women by giving them a voice in pursuing their professional and personal goals through showcasing successful women, as well as those who support women’s interests, and by creating opportunities for others to do the same.
Dr. Pam Palmateer joins me first to shed light on the deeply concerning issue of Winnipeg's refusal to search the landfill for missing Indigenous women. As a leading voice on Indigenous issues in Canada, Pam's insights promise to be both enlightening and thought-provoking.
Next, we continue our Smile Spectrum series with Dr. Mandeep Johal. Today, we explore the surprising link between dental health and sleep apnea in children. While you may thing that snore is cute, it could definitely be a symptom of a much larger issue you’ll want to know more about. As always, Mandeep's expertise offers a fresh perspective on how oral health can influence a child's overall well-being.
Film aficionado Anne Brodie is back, giving us the lowdown on TIFF. From Sandra Hüller's Oscar-worthy performance in "Anatomy of a Fall" to the the heartwarming doc "Summer Qamp”, and Netflix’s adaptation of the best selling novel, All the Light We Can not see, Anne is bringing us the best of the best from TIFF and a look at what you can catch at home too with the much-anticipated return of "The Morning Show" on Apple TV+.
Next Julia Levin from Environmental Defence joins me to champion a cleaner, sustainable future. Through their innovative #MyGreenFlag campaign, Environmental Defence challenges us to reflect on our daily practices and make eco-friendly choices.
Lastly, we embark on a virtual journey to the picturesque Eastern Townships in Quebec with Lysandre Michaud-Verreault. As the fall season begins to paint the region in vibrant hues, Lysandre guides us through the rich history, culture, and undeniable charm of the region so that you can plan your perfect fall getaway.
Liliana Camacho, Director at the Better Way Alliance, joins me to unpack the impending CEBA loan repayment deadline and its impact on women entrepreneurs and marginalized business owners. Her deep insights on business sustainability and social impact are bound to enlighten.
Next, Julie Cole, co-founder of Mabel’s Labels and a mother of six, stops by to share her expertise on managing back-to-school expenses. As parents nationwide gear up for the school year, Julie's invaluable tips promise to be a beacon of practicality.
Anne Brodie is back to whisk us away into the world of cinema, with a spotlight on Helen Mirren's portrayal as Golda Meir and the heartwarming story of Dave Fishwick in Bank Of Dave. If captivating stories and performances are what you seek, Anne's segment is your stop.
Steph Kelly of Copper Thread Coaching graces us with her presence to delve into the transformative power of self-compassion. In a world that constantly pushes us to be more, Steph's insights remind us of the importance of pausing and embracing our authentic selves.
We're also joined by Dee Debarros, one-half of the 'Coupon Couple', who's on a mission to guide Canadians through the intricate maze of saving and stretching their budgets. With rising prices everywhere, their timely advice might just be the relief many households are seeking.
Lastly, the phenomenon of the September Surge and the intricacies of parental leave policies in workplaces come to the forefront with Allison Venditti. As employers actively recruit, Allison's advice on HR policies might just be the game-changer many businesses need.
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Liliana Comacho
- Website: cebaloanrelief.ca
- betterwayalliance.ca
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/BetterWayCAN
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterwayalliance/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/betterwayalliance
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lilianacamacho/
Julie Cole
- Website: www.mabelslabels.com
- www.mabelslabels.com/juliecole
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/juliecole
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliecoleinc/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/julie.cole
- Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mabelslabels.com
Anne Brodie
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
- Website: whatshesaidtalk.com
Steph Kelly
- Website: https://www.copperthreadcoaching.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/copper_thread_coaching/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CopperThreadCoaching
- Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@copper_thread_coaching
- Threads: https://www.threads.net/@copper_thread_coaching
Dee Debarros
- Website: https://linktr.ee/coupon.couple
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coupon.couple/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092039157452
- Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coupon.couple
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coupon.couple9433
Allison Venditti
- Website: https://thisismomsatwork.com/
- https://myparentalleave.ca/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/momsat_work
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MomsAtWork1/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismomsatwork/
Melissa Dilkes Pateras, the sensation who’s transformed humdrum household tasks into a captivating affair on TikTok, is my opening guest. With over 1.5 million followers and counting, she's unveiled the mystical art of organized living. If you've ever been baffled by the unruly world of laundry or the clutter in your closets, her new book "A Dirty Guide to a Clean Home" is here to rescue you. Dive deep into its pages for wisdom wrapped in Melissa's signature humor.
With health at the forefront of most conversations today, Dr. Christine Palmay from Care to Know joins next. In a world swirling with dietary tips and weight-loss regimes, how do we find the truth amidst the noise? As alarming statistics about obesity loom large, Dr. Palmay sheds light on our complex relationship with food and diets.
Anne Brodie, our cinematic connoisseur, is back with her weekly recommendations. If you're looking for a rollercoaster of emotions, “Jules” featuring the remarkable Ben Kingsley is a must-watch. With aliens, azaleas, and a host of eccentric characters, it promises to be a delightful ride.
Next up, we're diving into the intriguing world of oral health with Dr. Mandeep Johal in our new segment, 'Smile Spectrum'. As a prominent figure in dental circles, Dr. Johal unravels how the health of our mouths can be a window into our overall well-being. After all, a smile isn’t just about sparkling teeth, but the story behind them.
Money matters, especially when Kalee Boisvert is here to guide us. With a career spanning 15 years in the financial industry, Kalee’s insights into personal finance, especially for women, are invaluable. Her upcoming books promise to be game-changers, guiding both kids and adults alike on their financial journeys.
Last but not least, we'll groove to the tunes of Tammy Weiss. Her collaborations with the likes of Michael Bublé and Randy Bachman are just the tip of the iceberg. With her latest album 'Soul Whisper' echoing the harmonies of Portugal, we'll discuss her musical odyssey and conclude with her soul-stirring single, "Wake with the Sun".
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Melissa Dilkes - Pateras
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissadilkespateras/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/melissapateras2
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissadilkespateras
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.d.pateras
- Book: https://amzn.to/3OFZ0Q4
Care to Know - Dr. Christine Palmay
- Website: https://caretoknow.ca/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caretoknow_/
Anne Brodie
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
- Website: whatshesaidtalk.com
Dr. Mandeep Johal
- Website: https://familydentalguelph.com/
- Instagram: https://familydentalguelph.com/
- Facebook: https://familydentalguelph.com/
Kalee Boisvert
- Website: https://kaleeboisvert.com/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/boisvertkalee
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaleeboisvert
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kaleeboisvert/
Tammy Weiss
- Website: http://www.tammyweis.com
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/tammyweis
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammyweisofficial/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TammyWeisMusic
First, we address a burning issue, with Dianne Martin from WeRPN guiding us through their recent unsettling annual survey, ‘The State of Nursing in Ontario: A 2023 Review’. As Canadians wrestle with the healthcare system's intricacies, Dianne's insights shed light on concerns many have been echoing.
Next, culture, politics, and yes, even Barbies, collide as Rachel Gilmore joins me to breakdown the uproar over Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's recent cinematic choice. Rachel's keen expertise in federal politics offers a unique perspective on an incident that's taken the internet by storm.
Film enthusiast Anne Brodie then sweeps in from her vacation, bringing along her treasure trove of reviews. From the emotionally charged "Passages" that navigates the intricate labyrinth of love, to the regal allure of "Red, White, and Royal Blue", and to the shocking documentary "The YouTube Effect", Anne has us covered on all fronts.
We then traverse the rugged terrains of adventure with Katie Kowalski from Wilderness Tours. Known for being at the forefront of white water rafting experiences on the iconic Ottawa River, Katie will share with us the adrenaline-pumping excitement of navigating its rapids and why it’s perfect for everyone from 5 to 85.
Continuing on, we'll dive into the implications of Bill C-18 with the ever-insightful Susie Parker. This bill has been the talk of the town, and there's no one better than Susie to dissect its potential impact on Canadian news. With her extensive background in legislative affairs, she'll break down the nuances and offer a perspective that will leave us all more informed and engaged.
Wrapping up our lineup, we're taking a turn towards the personal, heartfelt journey of Jodi Echakowitz.Jodi's tale is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the boundless potential that comes from embracing change from within.
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Dianne Martin
- Website: https://www.werpn.com/
- https://www.damagereport.ca/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/we_rpn
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/we_rpn/?hl=en
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearepracticalnurses/
- LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/wearepracticalnurses
Rachel Gilmore:
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/atRachelGilmore
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/r.gilmore/
- Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rachel_gilmore
Anne Brodie
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
- Website: whatshesaidtalk.com
Katie Kowalski
- Website: https://wildernesstours.com/
- Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katiekowalski_/
- https://www.instagram.com/ottawakayak/
- https://www.instagram.com/wildernesstours/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildernesstours
- https://www.facebook.com/ottawakayakschool
Susie Parker
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/susie_parker
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susie_parker/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sparkerstrategy
Jodi Echakowitz
- Website: https://boulevardpr.com/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/JodiEchakowitz
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodi.echakowitz/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jodi.echakowitz
My first guest today is Katie Mahoney, co-founder of an inspiring charitable organization, We Are Young. Katie and partner Cara Chisholm work tirelessly to grant unfulfilled wishes to seniors, changing societal perception on aging, and bridging gaps between generations in a beautiful way.
Then we're talking staycations with Sarah Laturnus from Ottawa Tourism. As a fellow Ottawa native, I'm excited to dig into the endless possibilities of what our city has to offer, and why Ottawa is so much more than just a political hub.
After that, we have Anne Brodie giving us the lowdown on one of the wildest weeks in entertainment we've seen, from a major writers' and actors’ strike that has early signs to be a long drawn out one, to the launch of two anticipated summer blockbusters, Oppenheimer and Barbie.
We're then going on a nostalgia trip with Erica Ehm, talking about the birth of MuchMusic and its impact on our generation. Erica was at the heart of it all and will be discussing the new documentary "299 Queen St. W".
We're then shifting gears to a serious topic that affects millions of Canadians - diabetes. Dr. Christine Palmay is here to discuss the latest developments in managing this condition, specifically GLP-1 Receptor Agonists.
Finally, we're wrapping up with another trip, this time to Surrey BC. Ange Chew from Discover Surrey is joining us to share all the local gems that make Surrey a must-visit destination.
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Katie Mahoney
- Website: https://www.weareyoung.ca/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewayassociation_/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weareyoungassociation/
- LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/we-are-young-way
Sarah Laturnus
- Website: https://www.ottawatourism.ca
- Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Ottawa_Tourism
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Ottawatourism
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Visitottawa
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/Ottawatourism
Anne Brodie
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
- Website: whatshesaidtalk.com
Erica Ehm
- Website: https://www.ericaehm.com/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricaEhm
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericaehm/
Care to Know - Dr. Christine Palmay
- Website: https://caretoknow.ca/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caretoknow_/
Ange Chew
- Website: https://discoversurreybc.com
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/DiscoverSurrey
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discoversurreybc/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/discoversurreybc
- Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/discoversurrey
Opening my show today is Catherine Dunphy. We're diving into a crucial topic that unfortunately affects countless women worldwide - gender-based violence. Catherine, a fervent women's rights advocate, writer, poet, and humanist, has devoted her life to early intervention and prevention of such violence. As the founder of the Kimberley Project, she's on the frontlines, tirelessly implementing social-emotional learning programs in childcare centers and kindergartens.
Moving into somewhat uncharted territory, I will be chatting with Jacki Yovanoff about polyamory. It's a topic I've hesitated to approach, not out of judgment, but perhaps due to unfamiliarity. Jacki, an advocate, speaker, and self-proclaimed research nerd, has been exploring the world of non-monogamy for over a decade. Join us as she shares her insights on polyamory and how it has genuinely aligned with her relationship orientation.
Then, we have Anne Brodie giving us the lowdown on the latest entertainment buzz. From discussing the thrilling new Mission Impossible movie to reviewing the compelling The Miracle Club starring Laura Linney, Kathy Bates, and Maggie Smith, Anne is here to keep us informed and entertained.
I then take you on a journey with Tanzila Khan, a woman whose story epitomizes empowerment and resilience. Tanzila, a passionate entrepreneur, activist, public speaker, author, and filmmaker, refuses to let her disability limit her. Recognized with the prestigious Amal Clooney Women’s Empowerment Award, Tanzila will share her experiences and insights on solo travel as a woman with a disability.
Then, meet Lara Wellman, an experienced coach and ardent advocate for self-compassion. Lara challenges the relentless 'hustle culture,' offering a refreshing perspective on what we perceive as 'laziness.' Her forthcoming book, 'You're Not Lazy,' delves deeper into this subject.
And finally, we have Clare Kumar joining us to share her expertise on productivity and inclusivity. As a productivity catalyst, executive coach, and international speaker, Clare will provide guidance on advocating for our own needs effectively and handling sensitive conversations without becoming defensive.
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Catherine Dunphy
- Website: thekimberleyproject.org
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/CADunphy
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catherinethinks/
- https://www.instagram.com/thekimberleyproject/
- Threads: https://www.threads.net/@catherinethinks
- https://www.threads.net/@thekimberleyproject
- Kimberley Black Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/whatshesaidtalk/resilience-after-trauma-kimberley-blacks-incredible-story
Jacki Yovanoff
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackiYo
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackiyo/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackiYovanoff
- Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realjackiyo
- Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jackiyo?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
Anne Brodie
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
- Website: whatshesaidtalk.com
Tanzila Khan
- Website: https://tanzilakhan.com
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/tanzila__khan
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamtanzilakhan/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimismexpert/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanzila-khan-7b03a727/
Lara Wellman
- Website: https://www.thebiz.studio
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebizstudio
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebizstudio
- Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@larawellman
- Threads: https://www.threads.net/@larawellman?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
Clare Kumar
- Website: https://clarekumar.com/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/clarekumar
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarekumar/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClareKumarProductivityCatalyst/
- Other: https://www.facebook.com/groups/happyspacepod
First up, I'm delighted to welcome back family conflict expert and professional certified coach Aly Pain. Aly's insights on parenting, especially when it comes to dealing with teenagers, are always enlightening. Today, she will be sharing valuable advice on how to model healthy conflict for your teens - a skill every parent should have.
Next, if you're planning a summer getaway, let me take you on a virtual trip to the heart of Toronto. Tracy Ford, the Director of Public Relations at the Chelsea Hotel, will guide us through the vibrant, bustling city with its lively festivals, rich cultural heritage, and a food scene to die for.
Following our virtual tour, my regular contributor Anne Brodie will join me with her weekly round-up of film and TV reviews. This week, we'll discuss the intimate family portrait Something You Said Last Night and the poignant drama Tiger Within featuring the late, great Ed Asner in his final film role.
After the film reviews, I get to dive into a candid conversation with Jessica Earnshaw about her new documentary, Jacinta. Unfolding over three years, this intimate story of addiction and recovery explores the lives of a mother and daughter, both incarcerated and struggling with drug addiction.
Wrapping up the show, Anne Brodie is back with an insightful conversation with the team behind 'This Place', a groundbreaking coming-of-age drama exploring themes of displacement, love, and cultural identity. Anne will be speaking with the film's writer-director V.T. Nayani and actor Priya Guns. This compelling film weaves together the experiences of refugees, Indigenous peoples, and the LGBTQ+ community with a touching love story at its core. Stay tuned for this engaging interview!
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Aly Pain
- Website : https://www.alypain.com/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlyPain
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alypain/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlyPainStraightTalkFierceLove/
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alypain?source=h5_m
Tracy Ford
- Website: https://www.chelseatoronto.com
- Website: https://www.destinationtoronto.com/things-to-do
Anne Brodie
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
- Website: whatshesaidtalk.com
Jessica Earnshaw
- Website: www.jacintafilm.com www.jessicaearnshaw.com
- Twitter: @jess_earnshaw @jacintafilm
- Instagram: @jess_earnshaw @jacintafilm
- Facebook: @jacintafilm
- Tiktok: @jacintafilm
My first guest is a financial powerhouse making waves in the world of finance and taking a stand against the 'Pink Tax.' Janine Rogan, Founder and CEO of The Wealth Building Academy, is not only empowering women to grow their wealth confidently and profitably but is also educating us about the hidden form of gender inequality that could be affecting our financial health. With her aptly named book, "The Pink Tax," she's here to break down the issue and inspire change.
Next, we have Sara Smeaton, a certified professional coach passionate about empowering women, especially during midlife. She's here to introduce us to the idea of 'Cancer Showers' and how this concept can change our approach to giving and receiving help during challenging times.
Following Sara, we've got our regular movie maven, Anne Brodie, here with your weekend's must-watch list. From Lina Rodriguez's poignant and suspenseful immigration story, "So Much Tenderness," to the high-stakes thriller "Hijack" featuring the iconic Idris Elba, to the revealing documentary on Hollywood heartthrob Rock Hudson, there's something for every cinephile.
And what's a long weekend without some travel inspiration? Marie-Hélène Brisson, Director of Visitor Experience at Parks Canada, joins us to take a virtual tour of Canada's stunning landscapes and hidden gems. Perfect for those of you planning your summer adventures.
A timely discussion follows as we touch upon the recent controversy about the funding of Catholic Schools within the Public System, ignited by the York Catholic District School Board's decision not to fly the Pride Flag. Dr Prachi Srivastava, a tenured Associate Professor at Western University specializing in education and global development, will join us to delve into this.
Lastly, we're exploring the power of movement with physiotherapist Amanda Morin. Drawing from her experience as an athlete and her passion for the human body, Amanda is here to discuss her children’s book, "Move with Nature." It's an invitation to change our approach to exercise, using nature as an inspiration, especially when it comes to our little ones.
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Janine Rogan
- Website: https://janinerogan.com/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/janinerogan
- Instagram: https://twitter.com/janinerogan
Sara Smeaton
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarasmeaton/
- Cancer Shower: https://www.gofundme.com/f/lets-help-karen-kick-cancers-butt?fbclid=IwAR38KC-n3Jry-pf5hkr6o7awzLPbE2b30zqZLJRER8WVpix2iY6Xrf_AXaE
Anne Brodie
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
- Website: whatshesaidtalk.com
Marie-Hélène Brisson
- Website: https://parks.canada.ca/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ParksCanada/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/parkscanada
Prachi Srivastava
- Website: https://www.edu.uwo.ca/faculty-profiles/prachi-srivastava.html
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/PrachiSrivas
Amanda Morin
- Website: https://www.aemphysio.com/move-with-nature
- Book: https://amzn.to/3CRjkIy
My first guest today, Katherine North joins me to discuss her enthralling memoir, ‘Holy Heathen,’ which takes us on a personal journey - from the confines of an evangelical upbringing to the liberating expanses of heathen mysticism. Katherine share a bit of her story and encourages us all to embrace the chaos and find the beauty in life's messiness
Dr Christine Palmay from Care to Know is back just in time as things start to heat up across the country. Dr. Palmay shares why proper suncare is vitally important and what ingredients to look for in the products you buy.
Anne Brodie is back with new entertainment and may have finally convinced me to watch a foreign film with the release of Subtraction, a psychological thriller out of Teheran that explores the ideas of multiplicity, climate change, and coping with a life-changing event that can't be explained plus the fabulous Kim Cattrall is back in a new series on Netflix called Glamourous!
How much do you know about the Inuvialut people? Until this interview I knew nothing which is why I’m so thankful Taalrumiq joins me this week. A beacon of cultural preservation and an ambassador for the Inuvialuit people of Canada’s western Arctic, Taalrumiq educates and inspires through fine art, fashion, and short format videos where she weaves ancestral knowledge, blood memory, and passion into a vibrant tapestry that encourages pride in Indigenous identity.
If you’ve ever felt that in order to fit in or to be accepted, you needed to curate your actions, words, or even your personality then you’ll definitely want to stick around for my interview with Ritu Bhasin, author of the new book, We’ve got this, unlocking the beauty of belonging.
Finally, I’m joined by Vivian Boyko also known as @justagram who started her journey on Tiktok at the age of 69 with the simple goal of promoting her book. Little did she know, she would soon become a sensation with over 411,000 followers. From life stories, humour, wigs, and even apple pies, she does it all and has been inspiring many with her positivity and zeal for life. I can’t wait for you to meet her.
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Katherine North
- Website: http://www.declaredominion.com
- Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/declaredominion
- Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katherine_north_saltspring
- Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/declaredominion
Care to Know - Dr. Christine Palmay
- Website: https://caretoknow.ca/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caretoknow_/
Anne Brodie
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
- Website: whatshesaidtalk.com
Taalrumiq
- Website: https://taalrumiq.com/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/taalrumiq
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taalrumiq/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taalrumiq
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taalrumiq?lang=en
- PIC&D: https://proudlyindigenouscrafts.com/artist/taalrumiq-christina-king/
Ritu Bhasin
- Website: ritubhasin.com/
- bhasinconsulting.com/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ritu_Bhasin
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ritu_bhasin/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/riturbhasin1
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ritubhasin
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritubhasin/
Vivian Boyko
- Instagram: instagram.com/justa_grandma
- Facebook: facebook.com/vivianboykoauthor
- Tiktok: tiktok.com/@justagram
Periods are a normal part of women’s lives, and yet there is still an unbelievable amount of stigma surrounding them. Professional triathlete Emma Pallant-Browne knows this all too well. When an image of her racing while on her period gained viral traction on Instagram, Emma decided to push back on the comments and chose to speak out and acknowledge what is considered ‘taboo,’ and why we need to change the narrative around periods to support women and girl athletes.
Aly Pain is back and with a topic most parents have to deal with, sibling rivalry. Aly sheds some light on why sibling rivalry happens, what to do when if it gets really toxic, and how to help facilitate better communication with your teens.
We all have a favourite “f” word, but there’s only one person I know of whose favourite f word is forgiveness and that’s Shannon Maroney. Shannon is the author of Heal for Real, and joins me to discuss why forgiveness is so powerful, and trust me you will want to hear why Shannon is a true expert on forgiving.
There’s nothing funny about anorexia, but as with most things that doesn’t mean we can’t insert a little humour when discussing it. No one knows this better than Sheri Segal Glick who is sharing her journey with diet culture, body image, and anorexia in her new book The Skinny which follows her messy but hopeful fight for full recovery.
Finally, Anne Brodie has her regular roundup of new shows and movies over at WhatsheSaidtalk.com this week, so we could share her interview with the one and only Brad Garrett who is currently starring alongside Patricia Arquette in the new Apple TV+ show, High Desert
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Emma Pallant Browne
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/EmmaPallant
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/em_pallant/
Aly Pain
- Website : https://www.alypain.com/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlyPain
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alypain/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlyPainStraightTalkFierceLove/
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alypain?source=h5_m
Shannon Maroney
- Website: www.shannonmoroney.com
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShannonMoroney
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ShannonMoroneyAuthor/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShannonMoroneyAuthor/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonmoroney/
Sheri Segal Glick
- Website: https://sherisegalglick.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/repair.not.despair/
- Get the Book: https://amzn.to/3MYqlfq
Anne Brodie
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
- Website: whatshesaidtalk.com
This year more than ever, it’s important to be vocal about our support of the LGTBQIA2S+ community as they face a barrage of hate and threats, prompting the federal government to even increase security funding for Pride events. Fae Johnstone from Wisdom2Action knows all too well what this group is facing on a daily basis after being inundated with death threats and hate messages for appearing on a Hershey’s Chocolate Bar this spring. Fae, thankfully is no shrinking violet, and has been continuing her advocacy work to protect the rights of this small but mighty community. Fae joins me to discuss the current state of things in Canada and how allies can help.
Chelsea Felker was lonely and wanted to make friends, but how to do that in our hyper connected yet disconnected world. Through Tiktok of course and by moving the online, offline into events and meetups. Her idea is taking off in her hometown of Ottawa and through it women are finding new BFFS. Chelsea joins me to share why she started her account and how anyone can do this in their city.
Anne Brodie is in with new entertainment and is desperately trying to help me recover from my Ted Lasso blues. This week we take a look at Mary Harron’s Daliland starring Ben Kingsley as Salvador Dali, and The Crowded Room, a 10 part series based on the true story of Billy Milligan, produced by and starring Tom Holland on Apple TV+
The spotlight on alcohol consumption continues to intensify after new Health Canada guidelines updates and the push for labelling grows. Dr. Erin Hobin Dr. Erin Hobin, a Senior Scientist from Public Health Ontario is here to shed light on this crucial matter and to discuss the pushback from the alcohol industry that claim labelling doesn’t work.
Finally Natalie Semotiuk knew she was related to a Ukrainian opera star her whole life, but it wasn’t until a tour in the Ukraine that she realized she was also a national treasure. Natalie has now brought Solemea’s story to life in her new documentary that celebrates the human spirit and looks to preserve the rich history of Ukraine where history, artistry, and personal triumph unite in an extraordinary way
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Meridian Credit Union is back baby for a four part series on finances during different stages of women’s life. We kick things off today with Kerri Anderson, Senior Practice Management Coach with Meridian Credit Union and it’s all about retirement, and we’re asking the question, is Freedom 55 still a thing?
Who’s up for some Good Clean Fun? Sarah Kate is a former wine-loving mom of two on a mission to help women rethink drinking and overcome the normalization of alcohol everywhere by inspiring them to find the fun in life, sans alcohol.
Anne Brodie’s regular Saturday Night at the Movies is a little bit longer this week simply because there is so much new in entertainment we had to! We chat about Eternal Spring, Canada's submission for the 2023 Oscars in the Best International Feature Film category, A Jazzman’s Blues on Netflix, the much anticipated Blonde also on Netflix about Norma Jean Baker AKA Marilyn Monroe, a documentary on Apple TV about class act Sidney Poitier and finally a stunning series on TVO called Great Lakes Untamed.
Lindsay Sealey, author of Made for More is back for the second in a series about Gen Z women and girls and we chat about the not good enough epidemic and how we can help our young women fight back against it.
If you are drawn to horror when in comes to entertainment, either in documentaries, films, or books you’re not alone. Women are weirdly obsessed with horror. Author Ainslie Hogarth and I break that down plus we talk about her latest book, Motherthing, a darkly funny domestic horror novel about a woman who must take drastic measures to save her husband and herself from the vengeful ghost of her mother-in-law. Yes, it’s fiction.
Finally, Anne Brodie is back with a interview with the incredible Tyler Perry who wrote and directed TIFF hit and Netflix release, A Jazzman’s Blue which follows an investigation into an unsolved murder unveiling a story full of forbidden love, deceit and a secret.
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We kick things off today with Samanta Krishnapillai from On Canada Project for a conversation about policing in Canada and what exactly it means when we talk about defunding the police. Spoiler, it doesn’t mean chaos on the streets. Samanta joins me to share what it would look like to allocate the funds differently so that everyone feels safe and protected.
Now that school is back, I thought it would be a good time to connect with Dr. Prachi Srivastava for a check in. Specialising in education and global development, Prachi is a Visiting Professor at McGill University who looks at education systems around the globe and has thoughts on how we can do better.
It’s mostly about TIFF this week with Anne Brodie for Saturday Night at the Movies and this week we take a look at the new documentary about the iconic David Bowie, the comedy-drama I Love Movies about a high school cinephile who gets a job at a Blockbuster knockoff in Brampton in the 80s, and Ever Deadly which focuses largely on Tanya Taqag’s throat singing but in intercut with the harsh and otherworldly environs of Nunavut where she grew up.
Aging gracefully is so old-school. Here at What She Said we’re all about living agelessly. A timely topic given news of late, Denise Chand from The Sacred Space joins me to discuss letting go of our aging hang ups so we can live life on our terms.
In today’s age where we our senses are under assault constantly by screens everywhere we look, there is nothing quite so therapeutic as curling up with a good book that doesn’t keep interrupting you with notifications and attention stealers. Susan Jasper from Telling Tales.org joins me to discuss how her festival and online space is connecting children and families with authors and illustrators to open minds and hearts for everyone.
Finally, K Victoria, R&B/Pop/ Soul sensation, has the music industry sitting up and paying attention and after today’s show you will be too. She joins me to share the inspiration behind her newly released single “Visions-When I Think Of You”.
Kids are heading back to class and along with the world of forms and homework coming home with them in September, you can be certain a virus or two will accompany them at some point too. Aside from Covid, we still have the common cold and flu bugs to contend with so as part of What’s She Said’s ongoing partnership with New Roots Herbal, Angela Wallace is joining me to share which supplements you may want to consider adding into your daily routine.
Pandemic stress has caused a surge in eating disorders particularly amongst adolescents and teens. Lianne Philipson is a registered nutritionist, bestselling author, podcast and radio host of EAT THIS with Lianne, and also the mother of a teen who was diagnosed with an eating disorder this year. Lianne joins me with some advice for parents going through this with their children right now.
Anne Brodie is here with new entertainment and this week the buzz is all about the 1 Billion, yes you heard that correctly, 1 Billion dollar Lord of the Rings on Amazon Prime. Anne says the every dollar is on full display in this incredible production you won’t want to miss. Plus we talk about Love in the Villa on Netflix and After the Verdict on Paramount Canada.
Aly Pain, What She Said’s own teen whisperer is here with some sound advice and strategies for ensuring back to school success with your teens this year. Aly strives to always see both sides so that she can help teens and parents have a happier and healthier relationship. You’ll definitely want to stick around and listen.
I keep things in the family this week by asking my first cousin Tanya Jessome to join us for Bladder Cancer Awareness month. Tanya was diagnosed with bladder cancer when she was 38 and has endured 46 chemotherapy treatments since then. Tanya shares what you need to watch for when it comes to the fifth most common cancer.
Finally, Toronto-based songwriter Melissa Lauren stops by to share her latest song My Voice and what inspired her to write it.
We start with Terri Lowe who wants us to chase a feeling rather than a number on the scale. A mom, wife, businesswoman and avid traveller Terri has made a complete change with her outlook on wellness and structured her life to have a positive outlook and can-do attitude. Since starting her wellness journey with WeightWatchers Terri has committed to helping others find the wellness habits that work for them.
Lindsay Sealey joins me now for the first of five conversations about Gen Z women and girls. Author of Growing Strong Girls and Rooted, Resilient, and Ready, Lindsay’s latest book Made for More is the inspiration young women need now to consider then create what “more” can mean to them while learning to let go of what they no longer need. Today we look at why Gen Z is so different than prior generations.
Anne Brodie joins me for entertainment and the big release this week is 3000 Years of Longing which is a fantastical story about a genie in a bottle starring Tilda Swinton and Idris Elba. Javier Bardem brings the performance of his life to The Good Boss. On Netflix Arden Cho deals with racism and sexism as she climbs to corporate ladder in the new series Partner Track. Plus lots more over on whatshesaidtalk.com
Education looks and feels different for parents and students after more than two years in a pandemic and it has many exploring options that work for them. Stephanie Sewell is an independent education consultant who helps families navigate the various options available and find one that works for them.
Period pain is not normal. Period. Lux Perry recently created a buzz at the Calgary Stampede with a period simulator that men could try. CEO and Co-founder of Somedays; the first period pain relief company to design products using the latest research on chronic pain, Lux joins me to share some of the reactions she received.
Finally, Chavah Lindsay from Fredericton, New Brunswick is quickly making a name for herself in the fashion world. Chavah recently debuted her new collection, “lost in a daydream” at Fashion Art Toronto and she joins me to share what’s next.
As part of What She Said’s ongoing partnership with New Roots Herbal, we’re going to take a closer look at magnesium which has a hand in over 300 systems in our bodies that regulate everything from muscle and nerve function to blood pressure. Dr Katie DeGroot, an Alberta-registered Naturopathic Doctor joins me to share the what, why, and how of magnesium so we’re all better informed about this crucial mineral we all need.
If you’ve had a swab up your nose to test for covid, then you’ll rejoice to know that testing is about to get a whole lot less invasive. The new Sal6830 is the only saliva-based PCR test authorized by Health Canada and it’s available now. John Andonoff, General Manager of Songbird Life Science joins me to share more about this new way of testing.
Anne Brodie brings the goods this week for Saturday night at the movies. We start with The Territory, a shocking documentary about a tribe in Brazil facing genocide at the hands of land grabbers determined to drive them out. From there we move to Get Away if You Can with Ed Harris, and then to Bad Sisters which is now Anne’s new favourite series available on Apple TV+. Listen in and then pop on over to whatshesaidtalk.com for the full roundup of new entertainment.
Childhood trauma can have far reaching effects into adult lives. No one knows this better than Teresa Rilling who was horrifically abused by her grandfather from the age of 2 to 10. Teresa made a decision to take control of the narrative of her own story and now offers hope beyond hurt to others grappling with their own trauma. She joins me to discuss and believe me when I say, you’ll be inspired by Teresa’s message.
Working in 2022 definitely has it’s challenges which is why Daisy Buchanan’s new book Careering is so timely. Hilarious and unflinchingly honest, Careering takes a hard look at the often toxic relationship working women have with their dream jobs. Daisy joins me to discuss the inspiration behind the novel and why we need to break our addictions to our jobs.
Finally, summer is isn’t over yet so we’re closing out the show with Canadian singer/songwriter Dia who pops in to share her new song Limonata, a fun and sexy single for the summer about loving and living life to the fullest. A good reminder for us all.
Samanta Krishnapalli
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Jenny Pool
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Sara Gilliam & Laura Deitz
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Astrid Loch & Kevin Wendt
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Canada’s health care system is in crisis, particularly when it comes to nursing. The Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario (WeRPN), representing the voices of over 55,000 registered practical nurses (RPNs), is raising the alarm after a new survey has found patient care is being critically compromised due to staffing shortages and the standardization of unsafe workloads. Dianne Martin, CEO of WeRPN joins me to discuss.
When’s the last time you had a self-worth check up? Jennifer John from the Sacred Space thinks this is is a check up we should do as routinely as we see our family doctor or therapist. A great way to stop self-sabotaging and move yourself out of a rut, a self-worth check up is easy to do and well worth the reward. Jennifer shares how in today’s interview.
Anne Brodie is here with entertainment, and you will absolutely not want to miss Ron Howard’s Thirteen Lives that takes us inside the harrowing story of thirteen soccer players and their coach trapped underground in a cave in Thailand in 2018 and the incredible rescue that followed. Plus she has Prey on Disney+ which is the origin story for Predator, and the formulaic but charming Wedding Season on Netflix.
Grandparents in 2022 are not your regular grandparents, they’re cool grandparents. Kathy Buckworth has moved from parenting expert to grand parenting expert with her show Go To Grandma that explores different aspects of being a modern grandparent from respecting your kids’ way of parenting to finding yourself once you have an empty nest.
If there is one thing the pandemic has made crystal clear to people is that life is too short to be in a job you’re not happy at. How do you know when you should choose your mental health over you job? Roxanne Francis is here to help. A trained psychotherapist with more than 12 years of experience in the mental health field, Roxanne joins me to discuss what you should be looking for.
Finally, Anne Brodie closes out the show with an interview with renowned and beloved British actor Jim Broadbent. Broadbent stars in Roger Michell's The Duke, the true - and highly entertaining story of disabled old age pensioner Kempton Bunton who, in 1961, stole Francisco Goya's portrait of The Duke of Wellington from the National Gallery in London and held it ransom as a political statement. Anne speaks with Broadbent from his home in England.
More than ever we need more women in politics and not just at the highest levels. Local politics have a huge impact on policy, not to mention they inspire at a grass roots level. That’s why I’m so happy to have Megan Hanson, Mayor of Sylvan Lake, Alberta join me today to discuss her public service journey that started at 13! Megan shares her thoughts on women in politics, what she’s currently working on, and what the future may hold.
Aging as a woman can present unique challenges. Helen Tansey co hosts a podcast with Dianne Wiseman called The Feminine Warrior all about women embracing themselves as they age, stepping away from the patriarch and finding their own truth and living life fully. She joins me to discuss.
Anne Brodie is here for Saturday Night at the Movies and I’m not sure Anne had time to leave her couch this week with so many new shows and movies to share. Of course, how could we not discuss Canadian legend Shania Twain’s new documentary on Netflix called Not Just a Girl, but also Love Song available in select theatres, plus an homage to another Canadian legend Allen Funt called Mr. Candid Camera.
If you’re like me and often let all your hard work at staying healthy slide when you’re on holidays then you’ll want to stick around for my interview with Emily Bjerkness, a Weight Watchers Workshop Coach who after 14 years of being a WW member, finally committed to healthy habits no matter where she might find her herself. Emily shares how a mindset shift makes it all possible to go away, enjoy all the good things in life and maintain your health.
The threat of climate change is bearing down on us hard right now, and it can often feel overwhelming. Olivia Ulrich from Carbon Block, an environmental technology firm working to spread climate change awareness joins me to share how she is an advocate for climate optimism, helps spur people to action by moving them out of their comfort zone, and encourages women to to get into the climate tech industry as a career.
Finally, Allison Venditti from Moms at Work stops in to share the new tool they’ve developed to help small businesses with no HR department navigate the laws in and around parental leave. Aptly name, “My Parental Leave”, this tool was built in conjunction with employment lawyers, human resource experts, and of course parents and is available at a price small businesses can afford.
The housing market has been nothing short of a hot mess lately and many potential buyers feel they may be shut out completely. Mai Kadeer from Loans Canada has some advice. Mai is dedicated to sharing educational pieces that makes financial knowledge and debt management accessible to all, especially for millennials and Gen Z. She joins me to discuss the current housing market and some options for potential buyers looking to get into their own home.
Tanya Hayles is an award-winning creative, who has built movements through her online global village of almost 30,000 at Black Moms Connection, she makes DEI work real and relatable through her firm Color In White Spaces and she is thought leader on Black motherhood, recently doing a TedxToronto talk on the very subject. She joins me today to discuss the good, bad, and ugly of social media.
It’s a bit of a slow week in entertainment but leave it to Anne Brodie to pull out the gems for us including Fire of Love which tells the story of husband and wife volcanologists Katia and Maurice Krafft whose love couldn't have been more Shakespearan. From one form of nature to another, Sharkfest is back for its 10th season, and our collective obsession with sharks continues, and finally Ethan Hawke has a six part documentary called The Last Movie Stars which takes a close look at Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward.
Travelling Solo as a woman can be scary, which is why Carolyn Ray is joining me for this show to help you tackle your fears and do a little “groundtruthing” in a destination. Carolyn just returned from 4 months in Mexico and shares what she learned while on the ground there.
The squeeze continues at the grocery store and most Canadians are looking for creative ways to feed the family while not breaking the bank. Andrea Buckett is known for sharing practical cooking tips and kitchen prowess along with easy recipes with dynamite flavour to help combat mealtime boredom. She is here today to share some of her best tips.
Finally, with heat temperatures being set around the globe right now, I thought it might be a good time to re-air an interview with Tara McKenna from The Zero Waste Collective. Tara’s book DON’T BE TRASHY, takes readers through reducing your waste month by month, which includes a No Buy Month, an #OutfitRepeater Month devoted to developing a sustainable capsule wardrobe, and a month devoted to decluttering and minimalism at home.
We’re kicking things off this week with Denise Chand from The Sacred Space coaching, who has been helping us move out of a rut. This week though she’s going against the grain and encouraging to burn some bridges….mental bridges that is.
New entertainment is plentiful this week and Anne Brodie tries to get through as much of it as she can starting with Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris which Anne calls enchanting. Winona Ryder plays Kath in a weird and unsettling number called Gone in the Night, trust me even the trailer will give you chills for this one. Plus so much more you’ll have to head over to whatshesaidtalk.com to get them all.
Imagine if a Groupon changed your entire career path. That’s what happened for Aliya Kanani. A former flight attendant turned international comedian and award winning actress, Aliya joins me to discuss her latest show, and where she’s off to next to deliver some much need laughter.
If you’re looking for the perfect girls getaway then you’ll want to stick around for my interview with Lisa McLean from Le Boat Vacations based out of Smiths Falls. Ontario’s Best Kept Secret (that is until now), Le Boat serves up the perfect vacay with you girlfriends on the picturesque Rideau waterway.
Jennifer Geneve is a married mom of 2 and entrepreneur with a successful skincare business, who stepped back and took a hard look at her life a couple of years ago and decided to make some changes. She joins me today to share how she started her fitness journey and has now hiked or run for just over 700 days consecutively, with no plans to stop soon.
Finally, the tightening of the belt continues for most Canadians so I’ve decided to re-air an interview with Kathleen Cassidy from Living on a Loonie. An extreme couponer, freebie lover and a financial friend Kathleen takes us through tips and tricks of how to save money in Canada and even get stuff for free.
We all knew it was coming but it didn’t soften the blow any when Roe V Wade was overturned in the US last week. Women across Canada, myself included, turned to social media to voice their concern and support for American women. Social media however is not enough. Our support must be followed by action which is why I asked Samanta Krishnapalli from On Canada Project to join me for today’s show to share what we can do beyond the hashtag.
Anne Brodie is here with entertainment and this week we start with a look at two shows that will appeal to those that picked up gardening and baking during the pandemic. Gardener’s World and The Great British Baking Show will help you hone your skills with real tips you can use. Anne also shares her thoughts on Neptune Frost, an "Afrofuturist sci-fi musical" produced by bad boy Ezra Miller and Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Apples, the feature debut of Greek director Christos Nikou, plus much more over on whatshesaidtalk.com.
Last May, Connie Walker came upon a story about her late father she’d never heard before. One night back in the late 1970s while he was working as an officer in the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, he pulled over a suspected drunk driver. He walked up to the vehicle and came face-to-face with a ghost from his past—a residential school priest. From there Connie took a deep dive into her past and has now released, “Stolen: Surviving St. Michaels,” a Spotify Original Podcast Connie that unearths how her family’s story fits into one of Canada’s darkest chapters: the residential school system.
In March of 2020 travel writer Lauren Yakiwchuk found herself at home with a lot of time on her hands and decided to start hiking in Ontario. She then started a website called Ontario Hiking where she hosts quarterly hiking challenges, group hiking trips, and she has amassed a whopping 86,000 members in her Facebook community. Lauren joins me now to share five hiking spots you need to explore in Ontario this summer.
Finally money matters are on everyone’s mind these days, and we are inundated with advice which often makes it even more overwhelming. Stephanie Chabot from the Finance Diaries helps keep things simple for her followers. Stephanie helps make finance topics less scary by openly discussing them, sharing mistakes, and providing easy steps that anyone can follow to reach their financial goals.
Food insecurity amongst Canadians is growing, and an alarming 60% of Canadians are finding it difficult to afford groceries. Lori Nikkel, CEO of Second Harvest is also worried, and joins me today to share why. She also has some tips for ensuring the food in your home lasts longer, and what to look for in the grocery store.
Anne Brodie has entertainment this week starting with Richard Attenborough’s The Green Planet which Anne says is one of the best produced and most breathtaking nature docs she’s ever seen, plus The Forgiven starring Jessica Chastain and Ralph Fiennes in a stark portrayal of haves and have-nots, plus Mr. Malcolm’s List and much more over on whatshesaidtalk.com.
Summer holidays have arrived and parents everywhere are asking now what? It can be challenging to keep kids busy while ensuring they keep learning. Thankfully parents have Knowledge Kids to rely on to help. Michele Paris, Senior Manager of Children’s Programming at Knowledge Kids joins me to share details on their new series, Luna, Chip and Inkie: Adventure Rangers Go! Perfect for young kids!
If you’re thinking about forcing your teen to spend some time with you this long weekend, you may want to listen to What What She Said’s Expert on all things teen, Aly Pain joins me to discuss why you shouldn’t force together time and how to leet go of the guilt that you only have a few summers left with your teens.
The world is in the grips of a mental health crisis, and people everywhere are looking for creative ways to rein in their anxiety and find peace. Gabriella Vamvakidis joins me to talk about how Copperwood Trail, a home-based horse farm which helps people find peace by interacting with horses.
Finally, you’ll want to stick around to hear about Understory Botanicals, an up and coming skin care company from Southern Ontario that is brings together the best of botanical ingredients with the best of clinical ingredients. Maria Ramey, founder of Understory Botanicals joins me to share why her skin care is different.
If there is one positive that has come about as a result of Roe V Wade in the US, it’s that it’s opened up broader discussions about women’s reproductive health here in Canada. The reality is that 1 in 3 women will have an abortion in their lifetime. Unfortunately many women do not understand the options available to them when it comes to abortion, and more crucially, they don’t always have easy access. Marion Ulmann, General Manager and Director of Linepharma International joins me today to discuss recent findings from a Leger survey and what Canadian women need to know about accessing safe abortions in Canada.
You can’t be what you can’t see, which is why I’m so grateful that Farah Nasser joins me this week to discuss her new role as weekend anchor with Global National. Farah shares why remaining true to yourself is crucial, why talking about mental health openly is so important, and why this is her year of saying No, thank you very much.
It’s feast or famine in the entertainment industry and this week, it’s definitely feast with so much new in entertainment, we simply can’t get to it all, so be sure to jump on over to whatshesaidtalk.com after today’s episode to catch them all but first listen to Anne Brodie’s thoughts on The Man from Toronto starring Woody Harrelson and Kevin Hart, Official Competition with Antonio Banderas, and Penelope Cruz, plus you won’t want to miss Endangered from Ronan Farrow on HBO that takes a closer look at anti-journalistic sentiment from both governments and citizens, in nations where freedom of the press was once taken for granted.
Would be travellers are a lot more mindful of their environmental impact and after two years to think about it they are looking to do things differently. Thankfully Intrepid Travel has answered the call. Dr. Susanne Etti, Global Environmental Impact Manager of Intrepid Travel joins me to discuss what it looks like to be BCorp travel provider, how they are continuously looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint, and why travel can help local economies without harming it.
Finally a little positivity to close the show this week. Ana Pac is here to share her new single Bite the Rainbow, empowering song about shattering the boxes societal norms put us in. Ana shares what inspired her to write the song before we turn the volume up and dance our little hearts out to celebrate pride month.
It’s Father’s Day Weekend, and it’s a good time to not only let your Dad know how much you love him, but to check in on his mental health. According to the Mental Health Commission of Canada, 75% of all suicides are men and 66% of men believe that mental health is worse than it has ever been. Bryan Baeumler, HGTV celebrity and Dad, was a guest speaker this week at the 5th Father’s Day on the Hill which aims to raise awareness about men’s mental health. Bryan joins me to discuss his own struggles with mental health and why it’s so important that we bring this conversation into the light.
Anne Brodie has a slew of new releases for entertainment this week which includes Disney and Pixar’s Lightyear, the story of Buzz Lightyear and his adventures to infinity and beyond. The Phantom of the Open about the true story of Maurice Flitcroft, the worst professional golf player ever with the biggest heart. Season 3 of The Umbrella Academy returns on Netflix, and Jeff Bridges turns in a stellar performance in The Old Man on FX.
I struggle with eco-guilt almost daily as I do my best to make smarter purchasing decisions. That’s why I’m so thrilled to share Catherine Marot’s business CASE with you. Catherine saw an opportunity for us to all do better with black plastic takeout containers which most municipalities don’t recycle. Catherine joins me to share how her business works and how you can get involved through your business.
Radio is having a bit of a metoo moment after Jennifer Valentyne’s recent revelations about her experience. That moment of bravery opened the door for others to share their stories including my guest Laura Mainella, a dynamic, controversial, and opinionated voice in daytime radio. Laura joins me to discuss how now is the time for a #RadioReboot
Finally, family travel can have it’s challenges but it’s worth the memories you create no matter how near or far your travels take you. Claudia LaRoye writes about adventure, family, wellness and sustainable travel and is set to release her travel anthology, 'A Gelato a Day’ which highlights family travel stories from traveling with toddlers to elderly parents and the incredible moments that only could have come about through travel.
We’re half way through our one year masterclass on moving out of a rut and Jennifer John from The Sacred Space Coaching is here to help us identify ways to empower ourselves so that we can effectively move on for good from self-sabotaging behaviour. Jennifer shares some classic ways we self-sabotage but also how to nix those old habits with a few simple shifts.
Who had Monkeypox on their 2022 bingo card? It’s another health concern that seems to be growing so I reached out to Dr. Dina Kulik who is always a calm and measured voice. Dr. Dina shares the symptoms we should be on the lookout for, what to do if we suspect Monkeypox, and how to protect ourselves.
As always Anne Brodie is here with entertainment and this week we take a look the new Netflix documentary Halftime about Jennifer Lopez, the incredible Martin Freeman in the Responder available on BritBox now, and the emotional thriller Madeline Collins available in select theatres now which takes an eerie look at deception.
Kegel or kegel. It’s possible I butchered that word in my interview with The Vagina Coach herself, Kim Vopni. No matter how you say it, all women know what it is, but do you know the importance of doing them. As we approach World Continence Week, Kim joins me today to discuss the importance of kegels and of keeping ourselves informed because we do not have to deal with incontinence just because we’re getting older.
Dr. Prachi Srivastava who has been joining me for the past six months to discuss the state of education in Ontario, joins me to share what we’re likely looking at now that Doug Ford’s Conservative Government will be leading the way for the next four years.
Finally your search for your next great beach read is over. Author Nancy Mauro joins me to discuss her latest book The Sugar Thief, about a secret pastry recipe that turns a family upside down.
After the tragic events in Uvalde, my first interview today takes a closer look at gun control in Canada and the link between gun violence and violence against women. Andrea Gunraj from the Canadian Women’s Foundation joins me to share why Prime Minister Trudeaus recent suggested changes to our gun laws are a good thing, but additoinally how we can still do better.
Anne Brodie joins me this week with rave reviews for A Chiara, a coming of age story where a young girl must come to terms with her father’s life as a gangster and drug trafficker in theatres now, Irma Vep which is a film within a film also in theatres, Under the Banner of Heaven a dark tale about Mormom Latter Day Saints Fundamentalism on Disney+, and I Love Lucy finally has a permanent home with Paramount.
Book worms rejoice! The Word on the Street Festival is back in Queens Park on June 11 & 12th and you definitely won’t want to miss the incredible line up of speakers and authors at this year’s event. Rebecca Diem resident comms wizard since 2019 for The Word on the Street joins me to share what you can expect at this year’s free to attend festival.
Nancy Wilson from the Canadian Women’s Chamber of Commerce is here to discuss the myth of women empowerment and how it is a distraction tactic that encourages women to focus on themselves individually and to ignore systemic inequalities. Nancy is a powerhouse committed to making systemic changes that will truly help women running their own business.
Finally, if you need some inspiration you won’t want to miss my final interview with Kathleen Black who is the subject of a new documetary called The Relentless One. Kathleen wants to help women shift their lives from chaos to calm.
January 29 Finally, supply chain issues are on everyone’s mind, including Sheena Russell, Founder & CEO of Made with Local, a Halifax-based company with a mission to inspire mindfulness & conscious. Despite using only Canadian ingredients, Sheena is quickly adapting her Bcorp business to deal with short supplies on everything from packaging to ingredients.
April 21 Julie Cole joins me to share what it was like to write her new book LIke a Mother about her time building Mabels Labels, a multimillion-dollar business with her co-founders between their children’s naptimes and playdates. A constant source of inspiration and raw honesty, Julie is always a delight to have on the show.
March 16 Ageism is something we’re not talking about enough, especially when it comes to women in the workforce. Incredibly, in all of the discussions, webinars, research, white papers, and thought pieces that have been written about a ‘she-covery’ from the devastating impacts of COVID, not one piece, not one call to action, has identified the difficulties that women in this age group experience or will face. Karen Schulman Dupuis is a shift disturber on a mission to make this “invisible” group of women, highly visible to policy makers and joins me to today to discuss.
April 6 There’s a game changer when it comes to composting and it’s called Tero. A small appliance that transforms food waste into a ready-to-use fertilizer, in just a few hours, odorless and noise-free, the Tero is the brainchild of Elizabeth Coulombe and Valérie Laliberté. This little machine is poised to do big things for the earth, all while looking stylish in your kitchen. Elizabeth joins me to share more about this incredible innovation.
March 9 Betrayal, believe it or not, can be an opportunity and Stéphanie Rourke Jackson, founder of Beacon Coaching &Leadership is joining me today to discuss how. While admittedly there is pain when betrayal happens, Stephanie, through lived experience, wants you to know that you can move on together with the person who betrayed you and step into a better life together.
February 16 Language can be powerful, and often times it just takes small tweaks in the verbiage to change minds. That’s what June Findlay shares from an recent interview she conducted with Stephen Dorsey, author of Black and White: An Intimate, Multicultural Perspective on White Advantage and the Paths to Change. By changing the phrase “white privilege” to “white advantage”, Stephen received a much stronger buy in from people formerly opposed to the concept of systemic racism. June joins me to discuss.
March 23 To sleep perchance to dream, is something we all chase after but in these highly stressful times, sleep, especially a good sleep can be elusive. Adelina Doppler is the forward-thinking CEO behind Winkzzz, a Canadian-owned pillow, sleep, and wellness technology company who joins me now to share how Winkzzz is changing the way we rest our heads each night from copper infused pillows to mulberry silk covers, Winkzzz customizes your pillow based on an individual’s sleep habits.
Andrea Gunraj from the Canadian Women's Foundation joins me to share details from a survey they did that shows that just over two years into the pandemic, almost half of mothers are at their breaking point and 2 in 5 mothers have had to put their career on the back burner. Overworked, overwhelmed, and undervalued; mental health is suffering; and the pandemic’s burdens are even greater for those experiencing poverty, discrimination, and gender-based violence.
Anne Brodie shares her thoughts today on the return of the summer blockbuster, plus the second Downton Abbey movie set in 1929 which brings in some old Hollywood glam, she also has details on the new FX documentary about Elon Musk, plus more can’t miss entertainment.
Every day in Ontario we lose 175 acres of farmland, which begs the question, where are we going to grow our food if we continue at this rate. Peggy Brekveld, president of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture joins me to discuss why we must preserve and protect our farmland now to support the production of local foods, fibres, fuels and flowers for generations to come.
The Canadian Skin Patient Alliance (CSPA) has launched a new tool called, Is My Prescription Covered? This free and interactive drug coverage finder allows Canadians to answer a series of Yes or No questions to find out whether the medication that has been prescribed to them is covered. Rachael Manion, Executive Director of CSPA joins me to share how their drug coverage finder was designed so that anyone in Canada with any health condition can check to see if they’re eligible for coverage.
Being an inclusive business leader isn't just about crafting the perfect social post that makes people feel good. It's about building inclusion into your processes, taking a stand and truly doing good. But what does that look like? And where do you start? Alison Tedford joins me to share details from her. new book Stay Woke, Not Broke that guides business leaders to amplify what matters most to them so they can drop performative and embrace transformative.
My first guest today breaks down how. Lisa Feldstein, an Adjunct Professor at York University, teaches Health Care Law in the Faculty of Health and joins me to offer some insight into how abortion in Canada works, and how it could potentially come under attack.
Anne Brodie joins me for Saturday night at the movies and new entertainment which includes a look at Season 2 of Hacks starring Jean Smart, a modern twist on an old tale from Disney called Sneakerella, and the Lincoln Lawyer on Netflix.
Nadine Araksi is here to share how workplaces can benefit by making their space more accommodating for neurodivergent employees, and what that looks like.
We are less then a month away from the Ontario election, and all the parties have released their platforms including their plans for education. Dr. Prachi Srivastava joins me to take a look at each platform, and to highlight a few proposals of note including a return of Grade 13 from the Ontario Liberals and how that could help a lot of kids who fell behind during Covid.
Canada's beloved The Kids in the Hall "return from the dead", 27 years after their TV series ended to kill us with laughter once again! Dave Foley, Bruce McCulloch, Kevin McDonald, Mark McKinney, and Scott Thompson star in a revival launching this week and Anne Brodie has an interview with them!
Finally, Apryll Aileen wrote her latest song Eazy Love while in London, England, caught up in a misleading, whirlwind romance and then ghosted. She quickly realized a common theme while traveling and pursuing her dreams: listen closely to what people say, but more importantly, watch their actions, because people can tell you exactly what you want to hear, but it’s not necessarily the truth. She joins me to discuss and to share the new song in its entireity.
I’m joined by Denise Chand from The Sacred Space Coaching who is here for the fifth in a 12 part series on getting out of a rut and living the life you want. Today Denise walks through some of the things that hold us back in life, how to stop undermining our own success, and how to identify self-sabotage so we can stop it in its tracks.
Anne Brodie is in for a twofer again this week. First we take a look at what’s new in entertainment which includes a look at Petite Maman, a darling from TIFF this year, The Takedown on Netflix, the second season of Gentleman Jack on Crave, and Peacock’s comedy series Killing it! Also up later in the show is Anne’s interview with Into the Weeds Filmmaker Jennifer Baichwal which tells the powerful story of Dewayned Lee Johnson who took on corporate giant Bayer.
Earth Month may be over but we’re going to keep sharing businesses that are trying to affect real change and not just greenwash for profit. Lauren Barnes has cofounded Last20 Pavement with her older brother Lucas. A social enterprise that upcycles plastic waste into sustainable pavement, Last20 might just be the solution we need to clear up plastic bag waste. Lauren joins me to share.
Here comes the sun with Karen Doradea from The DailyHive who joins me to breakdown a recent trip to Miami that highlighted the stellar culinary scene there as well as a surprising number of outdoor activities that get travelers in touch with nature. Always changing and adapting, Miami is the perfect destination for sun-starved Canadians to escape to right now.
Finally, the incredible Kelly Bos joins me to discuss emotional flatlining, something many are seeking but why we should avoid it at all costs. Kelly always has great advice for those looking to keep their mental health in check in today’s chaotic world.
If you have ever caught yourself repeating the exact things to your child that your parents said to you, you’ll appreciate my first interview today with Aly Pain, What She Said’s expert on all things teen related. Aly joins me today to discuss generational parenting patterns and how to perhaps break free of what’s not working for you or your teens. Always the voice of reason, Aly shows up with great advice and insights today.
Plastic toys are a major polluter, not to mention they can sometimes pose a health risk. Monika Nowaczyk, is the CEO of Beebee & Bongo a social enterprise that believes in the power of humour and play to create connection. At all stages from design to production, to sales and marketing and beyond, Beebee & Bongo aims for a triple bottom line: people, planet, and profits. Monika joins me to share the story behind the brand.
Anne Brodie’s regular segment is not happening this week but only because Anne has an interview with megastars Paul Bettany and Claire Foy who star in Amazon Prime’s A Very British Scandal based on the true story on the Duke & Duchess of Argyll scandal of the 1960s. Never fear though, Anne has her regular round up of new movies and TV series up on whatshesaidtalk.com
Julie Cole joins me to share what it was like to write her new book LIke a Mother about her time building Mabels Labels, a multimillion-dollar business with her co-founders between their children’s naptimes and playdates. A constant source of inspiration and raw honesty, Julie is always a delight to have on the show.
Divorce is hard, but separation can be harder. Sunnie McFadden knows from first hand experience and set out to produce a documentary about it. Broken Vows i pulls viewers into the lives of the women and children surviving through separation, and asks the question when a marriage ends, where do you begin? Committed to providing help, Sunnie has also produced a six-volume digital “companion resource” to the film, which offers real resources to help women move forward upon separation. She joins me to discuss.
Finally, Victoria West used her own life experiences from childhood to present day with descriptions of love, family, loss, grief, disillusionment, immigration and and more to create beauty in words in a collection of poems called Sunset in Toronto available now. Victoria jumps in to share why she decided to pick up poetry when covid shut the world down.
The Federal Budget dropped last week, and of course, it wouldn’t be What She Said if we didn’t take a closer look at it to see how it impacts women. Ann Decter, Senior Director, Community Initiatives and Policy, at the Canadian Women’s Foundation joins me now to break down the budget through a feminist lens and shares the highs and lows of a budget that had a lot of ground to cover this year.
If you’re like most, you’re giving a lot of consideration to your carbon footprint. Thankfully, there is a company that is literally looking at your footprint. Natalie Ashdown from Evoco joins me to share how her company is looking to close the loop on unsustainable goods for good by creating plant based products that lead with performance. We take a closer look at Evoco FATES that is providing plant based insoles for the shoe industry.
I worry Anne Brodie might be in a catatonic state soon with all the new movies and shows she’s watching recently. There appears to be a bit of a boon in enterainment. This week Anne brings the goods on All My Puny Sorrows in theatres now, Outer Range on Prime Video, The First Lady debuting this week on Crave and starring incredible actresses Viola Davis, Michelle Pfeiffer and Gillian Anderson and a look at the female-centric mind-bending 8 part anthology series Roar on Apple TV+ from executive producer Nicole Kidman.
The divide between the haves and the have nots plays out in our education system daily, and perhaps nowhere more than with the social networking and connections angles that play out in our schools. Dr. Prachi Srivastva joins me to share why this happens and how we can take steps to ensure that we are closing the gap on inquities, not creating them.
TikTok can bring small businesses explosive growth, as Haley Lafontaine, owner of Oak & Willow recently found out. A small business in Northern Ontario that makes and sells eco-friendly household products and cleaners, oak & willow moved from a small business to a million dollar business over night and that hasn’t happend without some hiccups to attend to. Haley joins me to share what the journey has been like.
Finally, Frances Anne Solomon, a trailblazer in the flim and television industry joins me to discuss her new film Hero about Ulric Cross, the new Content Creator Database created to enhance the visibility of Women of Colour in the film industry, and Black Market Releasing which aims to connect BIPOC stories to the big screen.
We start with Jennifer John from The Sacred Space who joins me with the fourth in our year long series aimed at getting us out of the ruts we may find ourselves in. This week it’s all about the clutter in our brains and how to do a little spring cleaning in the far reaches of our brains that are holding us back. You don’t want to miss Jennifer’s tips.
Anne Brodie is here for a twofer again this week. First she joins me to share the latest in entertainment which includes the always debonair Colin Firth who plays opposite the phenomenal Olivia Colman in Mothering Sunday, plus Anne shares her thoughts on Sundown with Tim Roth and Charlotte Gainsbourg, and declares we do not want to Why Didn’t They Ask Evans. Later on in the show, Anne returns with an interview with the director of All My Puny Sorrows Michael McGowan and two of its stars, Sarah Gadon and Alison Pill who play sister Yoli and Elf.
There’s a game changer when it comes to composting and it’s called Tero. A small appliance that transforms food waste into a ready-to-use fertilizer, in just a few hours, odorless and noise-free, the Tero is the brainchild of Elizabeth Coulombe and Valérie Laliberté. This little machine is poised to do big things for the earth, all while looking stylish in your kitchen. Elizabeth joins me to share more about this incredible innovation.
My friend Erica Ehm is back with an update on her latest venture the inside out initiative. This life changing program is helping today’s youth find their spark again so they can chase the things that light them up. Always a joy to have on the show Erica shares how she used her daughter Jessie as a bit of an experiment to put into action what the inside out program teaches and how you can get involved with your own kids.
Finally Jamie Chai Yun Liew joins me to share what inspired her to write her first book called Dandelion. You’re going to love the meaning behind the title.
Andrea Donsky who joins me on behalf of New Roots Herbal. Canadians love their supplements spending nearly $80 million dollars every quarter on them, but many of us have no idea how they work once we swallow them. Andrea lays out all the ways you can get your supplements from orally to topically, and how they break down in your body.
Sarah Landstreet retired from engineering at the ripe old age of 23 and started a bakery in Northern Ireland to teach herself about business. She then enrolled at the Ivey Business School to complete her MBA before starting Georgette Packaging, a carbon neutral packaging company she runs today. Sarah joins me to share how she’s shaking things up in her industry.
Anne Brodie brought the goods this week with so many amazing movies and shows newly released we couldn’t get to them all. What I can tell you is that you won’t want to miss Slow Horses with Gary Oldman or LIfe & Beth with Amy Schumer on Disney+ but you’ll have to stick around for the rest because what a week!
Summer is just around the corner and thoughts are turning to summer holidays but not too far from home please. Some of us just aren’t ready for that leap yet. Thankfully Le Boat Vacations offers luxury houseboat holidays for around the price of a summer cottage rental. Lisa McLean. Marketing Manager for Le Boat in North America which is based on the UNESCO World Heritage Rideau Canal joins me to share details on this unforgettable summer vacay.
Since 2009, Water First has collaborated with over 50 Indigenous communities in Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, and Labrador on a variety of water education and training projects. Bella McLeod is from Nipissing First Nation. A Water First intern training to become a Water Treatment Operator Bella is passionate about spreading awareness of how important it is to take care of this Earth and all her resources. She joins me to share her experience working with Water First.
Finally Elke Rubach from Rubach Wealth joins me to discuss planning for retirement around the income gap, which is admittedly something I hadn’t thought of before. Women need to plan differently than men to live a comfortable life in retirement and Elke wants to show us how.
Kristina Lao and Raquelle Roodenburg from Bombshell Brunches, a community where women can access real people doing big things, making changes in their lives and taking strides in this complex world. Real, raw, and funny, these ladies keep it real. Strong believers in representation, social impact, and internal revolution, they LIVE to highlight, normalize and glamourize the many different ways to live a brave and full life.
Anne Brodie is here for a twofer again this week. First she joins me to share an abundance of new entertainment which includes a new series about Julia Child’s who blazed a trail for us all. Anne thinks tweenagers will rejoice with the return of Bridgerton on Netflix but I had to let her know that some of us older ladies are pretty happy about it too. Plus she doesn’t want us to miss out on Lizzo’s new Prime Video Series called Watch Out for the Big Grrrrrrls. Later on in the show, Anne comes back with an interview with HGTV Canada's renovation reality series star siblings Carolyn Wilbrink and Billy Pearson as they look under the floorboards and behind the walls with their spirit of design, redesign, and renewal and nail it every time on their series Farmhouse Facelift.
If you’ve been thinking about starting to run, now is the time says Christine Blanchette. The creator, producer, and host of Canada’s only running, fitness and health show, Run With It, Christine joins me with some tips for getting off the couch, the gear you need, and why now is the best time to hit the pavement.
To sleep perchance to dream, is something we all chase after but in these highly stressful times, sleep, especially a good sleep can be elusive. Adelina Doppler is the forward-thinking CEO behind Winkzzz, a Canadian-owned pillow, sleep, and wellness technology company who joins me now to share how Winkzzz is changing the way we rest our heads each night from copper infused pillows to mulberry silk covers, Winkzzz customizes your pillow based on an individual’s sleep habits.
Silver linings can be hard to find when trauma happens in our lives which is why Bernadette Erb is so inspiring. Bernadette suffered physical abuse in her home as a child, sexual abuse as a child and teen, and later in life received not one, but two cancer diagnoses. And yet, Bernadette says that each of those events forced her to find the Silver Linings. She joins me to discuss her new book available now.
Commissioner Kadie Ward joins me for the third installment of Level The Paying Field. Today we jump into the gender wage gap and how to close it for good. As usual, Kadie comes to the conversation armed with information you need to know so you can advocate for yourself.
Ageism is something we’re not talking about enough, especially when it comes to women in the workforce. Incredibly, in all of the discussions, webinars, research, white papers, and thought pieces that have been written about a ‘she-covery’ from the devastating impacts of COVID, not one piece, not one call to action, has identified the difficulties that women in this age group experience or will face. Karen Schulman Dupuis is a shift disturber on a mission to make this “invisible” group of women, highly visible to policy makers and joins me to today to discuss.
Anne Brodie has new entertainment with the disturbing Alice starring Keke Palmer, the absolutely bizarre life imitating art imitating life movie about the Tiger King and Carole Baskins on Showcase, We Crashed on Apple TV starring Jared Leto and Anne Hathaway, and the amazing Ava Duvernay’s now movie DMZ with Rosario Dawson on Crave.
Dr. Prachi Srivastava is back to continue our discussion on the education system. This week we take a closer look at financing education and what it will take to get kids back on track. Incredibly, Prachi shares that the government is underspending even when the dollars are there for them to disburse, plus she shares what the government needs to do to get kids caught up.
Jenelle Simpson, a senior law clerk, paralegal, motivational speaker, and life coach in Toronto joins me to share details on her first book, Commitment to a Deceitful Liar that offers a peek into her life, from being raised in a West Indian home with all its beliefs and myths to unlearning instilled toxic generational cycles and relearning how to move to new levels
Finally, Kelly Lavallie wants to save you money in your divorce. Her new book Untying the Knot, offers up handy strategies and prepartory tips for making sure each person gets the best settlement possible. She joins me to share a little bit of what people can expect in terms of costs if they are heading to divorce.
Ruslana Sevenvski, founder and driving force behind Help Us Help The Children (HUHTC) which as been helping orphans in Ukraine for 30 years now., Deeply passionate about saving Ukraine’s children and nurturing a new generation that will deliver a prosperous future for Ukraine. Ruslana has been working tirelessly the last two weeks to help all the orphanages she works with, and to find safe passage for the orphans they help. She joins me to share ways we can get involved.
Anne Brodie has the latest in entertainment this week with her thoughts on Wildwood with Michael Greyeyes, Phoenix Rising about Evan Rachel Wood’s abusive relationship with Brian Warner aka Marilyn Manson, and the much anticipated The Adam Project with Ryan Reynolds on Netflix. PLUS she’s back later in the show with an interview with the fabulous Cassandra Freeman from the new show Bel-Air based on the 90s comedy The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.
The last couple of years have been filled with anger and divisiveness on just about everything in our society and it’s wearing us all down. In an attempt to turn things around and build community, Catherine Dunphy is asking people to look for the good all around them and #amplifykindness on social media whenever you see somebody being kind or alternatively when you do something kind. By shifting our focus to the helping instead of hurting, we can move together towards a brighter future.
Denise Chand from The Sacred Space joins me for the third instalment on getting your life unstuck. In this week’s interview we take a closer look at taking a closer look at ourselves. From processing disappointment to assessing our thoughts and behaviours, Denise shares why the biggest key to getting unstuck starts with
Betrayal, believe it or not, can be an opportunity and Stéphanie Rourke Jackson, founder of Beacon Coaching &Leadership is joining me today to discuss how. While admittedly there is pain when betrayal happens, Stephanie, through lived experience, wants you to know that you can move on together with the person who betrayed you and step into a better life together.
Andrea Horwath, leader of the Ontario New Democratic Party. Andrea joins me to discuss the issues that truly matter, no matter where you live. Child Care, education, women in the workforce and health care. Calm and measured, Andrea is worth listening to no matter where you sit on the political spectrum.
Anne Brodie has distractions galore with entertainment this week, and once again she joins us twice this week. Her regular Saturday night at the movies takes a look at yet another Batman iteration, as well as Dawn, Her Dad & the Tractor a timely film about a trans woman and the importance of allies. She joins us later in the show with a interview with Canadian actress Jennifer Spence who plays Kathy Torrance in BritBox’s Forensic Series Traces.
Just as we’re all starting to feel like we couldn’t possibly take another thing on our already full plates, tax season has arrived. Susan Watkin from TurboTax joins me today to share what we should be looking out for as we file this year, and how to get the most out of our returns. I love having Susan on the show, as she takes the fear of taxes away with sound advice.
Divorce in Canada is messy. Courts are overburdened and delays can cause everything from tension to rise between ex partners to devastating financial outcomes and sadly, even loss of life. Sarah Lawrynuik from CanadaLand joins me to share details on four cases she highlighted on a recent podcast, including a story from yours truly. If you’re heading into family court, you will definitely want to hear this one.
Finally Raeann Browne joins me to discuss her beautiful new book for children depicting the transformative dreams envisioned by a young Inuk girl with the help of her loving mother. A first time author from Newfoundland, Raeann joins me to discuss the importance of indigenous literature for children.
Caryma Sa'd who has been on the ground in Ottawa, sharing stories and news from the occupation there since it began on January 28th. Caryma has been documenting COVID-denialism since 2021, and knew that she had to be on the ground to document the Ottawa Occupation in real time. Her coverage, largely shared on Twitter has resulted in a dedicated following of people who want to know more on everything from the absurd Queen of Canada, to the disturbing organizers with a white supremacist agenda to people there for the party.
Thankfully we always have Anne Brodie to bring us new escapism weekly in the form of new movies and television series. This week, Anne has deets on the new Will Smith series that reimagines his game-changing comedy series The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air in his new series Bel-Air and its worlds away from the superficiality of the original, steeped in realism and intense drama. Plus she shares details on Apple TV+ 's four-part docuseries Lincoln's Dilemma and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel S4 available on Prime Video.
Commissioner Kadie Ward from Ontario’s Pay Equity office back for Part 2 in their series on a woman’s worth and this month we’re taking a closer look at the care economy and how valuing care can support economic recovery.
Language can be powerful, and often times it just takes small tweaks in the verbiage to change minds. That’s what June Findlay shares from an recent interview she conducted with Stephen Dorsey, author of Black and White: An Intimate, Multicultural Perspective on White Advantage and the Paths to Change. By changing the phrase “white privilege” to “white advantage”, Stephen received a much stronger buy in from people formerly opposed to the concept of systemic racism. June joins me to discuss.
Finally Apryll Aileen is here to share why she was inspired to write her new song “Wasted On Your Love”, an upbeat dance track inspired by the pop melodies of early Madonna, a splash of Britney and the synth bass production vibes of Canadian icon, The Weekend. Apryll shares the why behind the song before we end the show with her new release.
This week my first guest is Dr. Prachi Srivastava, who will be joining me monthly until June to discuss the state of education in Ontario. Prachi will be sharing facts and data on everything from financing to school governance, and how it impacts the education our kids receive. In June, we’ll take a look at each political parties education platform and how it will move the needle or not. Today we talk about equity issues in the public system and three ways we can improve education for everyone.
Anne Brodie joins us twice on this week’s show. First up, Anne is back for our weekly round up of new movies and shows which includes Parallel Mothers with Penelope Cruz, Johnny Depp in Minamata, and Liam Neeson doing what Liam Neeson does best, kicking butt and taking names in Blacklight.
Devon Girard is one of the incredible women behind the curtain at Northumberland CFDC helping to pull together Strike Up 2022, a virtual conference connecting women entrepreneurs across Canada to one another. Devon joins me now to share what we can expect from this conference that blew everyone away last year with its incredible lineup and topics.
Jane Rusciolelli is an elementary school teacher who specializes in Health and Physical Education. She is also the author of The Great I Am for kids that provides Daily affirmations for kids designed to affirm, inspire and honour their true GREATNESS! Jane joins me now to share the why behind her book and how it’s helping kids everywhere embrace their inner greatness from A to Z.
Finally, it’s a rarity to have a gentleman join us here on What She Said but I will always make an exception for someone like Colin Mochrie. A true Canadian icon, Colin has been making Canadians laugh for decades now, and joins Anne Brodie to discuss his newest venture on Amazon Prime called Last One Laughing.
Allison Venditti from Moms at Work who how the Moms at Work job board offers employers the opportunity to showcase their policies, benefits, and cultures, and how they support working families and advance women’s careers.
Seanna Thomas from Hockey Snacks is here with budget friendly solutions for keeping the bottomless pits AKA your kids, well fed with nutritious eats that won’t break your bank account.
Anne Brodie joins me with two can’t miss documentaries for Black History Month, which include One Thousand Years, the Untold Story on the Smithsonian Channel and Who We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America available on HotDocs. She also has a new series you’ll need your brain for on Apple TV+ called Suspicion and one you can turn your brain off for on Netflix called Murderville. Finally, the best of the week goes to Tiffany Haddish on The Afterparty available now on AppleTV.
Jennifer John from The Sacred Space is back with the second in our 12 part series to help women get unstuck so they pursue the life they deserve. Today we take a closer look at what it feels like being stuck, how to uncover the reasons, and more importantly how to begin changing things for the better.
I had so much fun with Haley McGee, author of The Ex-Boyfriend’s Yard Sale available now online and in bookstores everywhere, that I asked her to come back closer to Valentine’s Day with tips for not just surviving but THRIVING as a single person through what many feel is the worst holiday every.
Finally, Tara McKenna author of a new book called DON’T BE TRASHY, takes us through some of what you can expect when you pick it up which includes reducing your waste month by month, including a No Buy Month, an #OutfitRepeater Month devoted to developing a sustainable capsule wardrobe, and a month devoted to decluttering and minimalism at home.
Commissioner Kadie Ward from Ontario’s Pay Equity Office. Over the next three months Kadie will be joining me to share information women need in today’s workplace on everything from ensuring equitable pay to developing new skills. Today we kick things off by taking a closer look at a women’s worth.
Clare Kumar is a bright, happy, light in a very cold world, both literally and figuratively right now. Clare joins me to share some information on beating burnout for good by conducting Productivity CPR on every aspect of your life, so you can show up with intention personally and professionally.
Anne Brodie delivers in a big week this way with so much stellar entertainment we can’t fit it all in. You will definitely want to stick around though to hear about Scarborough, a film Anne believes is going to sweep awards seasons, plus Pam & Tommy on Disney+ which is a combination we can barely wrap our heads around, plus Kirsten Bell’s latest on Netflix, and a four part series on Bill Cosby.
Sarah McVie plays the hilarious Val Szalinsky in the CBC/Netflix hit comedy series Workin’ Moms. A fan favourite, Sarah joins me to share a bit on the success of Workin’ moms, and on a more personal note, her struggles with endometriosis and why we need more research into this painful condition.
Jerisha Grant-Hall is an innovative and strategic thinker who is committed to moving her community forward through collaboration and conversation. Founder of the Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association known also as NACCA, Jerisha joins me to share why she started her non-profit and how she’s moving the needle.
Finally, supply chain issues are on everyone’s mind, including Sheena Russell, Founder & CEO of Made with Local, a Halifax-based company with a mission to inspire mindfulness & conscious. Despite using only Canadian ingredients, Sheena is quickly adapting her Bcorp business to deal with short supplies on everything from packaging to ingredients.
First up, The Honourable Jean Augustine joins me to share details from her appearance this week at The Canadian Congress on Inclusive Diversity and Workplace Equity and with information about the Jean Augustine Centre for Young Women’s Empowerment.
Rishma Govani is passionate about creating real positive change especially in areas of diversity, equity and inclusion. She joins me to share the inspiration for her children’s book Sushi &Samosas - a trip of tasty transformations that helps kids break down barriers by the spoon and learn more about the world around them.
Things in entertainment are looking up with The Gilded Age from Downton Abbey’s Julian Fellowes premiering on HBO. With Christine Baranski and Cynthia Nixon in lead roles, this series doesn’t pull any punches and is definitely not Downton Abbey light. Also up this week is Jodie Comer in Britbox’s Help, and Fraggle Rock which brings much needed joy to kids of all ages.
Lisa Baker is a transplanted Newfoundlander living in Alberta who brings her razor sharp sense of humour to Canadians on tour, and through TikTok. Lisa joins me to share some challenges she’s faced as a woman in a still largely male-dominated space, and with some advice for all of us when the going gets tough.
Pandemic stress has caused a surge in eating disorders particularly amongst adolescents and teens. Lianne Philipson is a registered nutritionist, bestselling author, podcast and radio host of EAT THIS with Lianne, and also the mother of a teen who was diagnosed with an eating disorder this year. Lianne joins me with some advice for parents going through this with their children right now.
Finally, we are all feeling the pinch at the grocery checkout. That doesn’t mean we have to let go of healthy choices though. Denise Lalonde is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and joins me with some tips to eat healthy on a budget.
I rarely get nervous interviewing someone but when you speak with a Canadian broadcast legend, you can’t help but get a little bit flustered. Valerie Pringle, the former host of Canada AM is now working tirelessly behind the scenes to raise awareness for the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health Foundation, and candidly shares some details of her own experience helping her three children with their mental health struggles, PLUS some tips for parents going through the same in their homes.
Anne Brodie is back with more entertainment this week as Omicron leaves us few options outside the home. You will definitely want to sink your teeth into Shonda Rhimes latest on Netflix called Inventing Anna. This 10 part mini-series stars the incredible Julia Garner from Ozark in the lead as Anna Delvey, who committed massive fraud pretending to be a mysterious German "heiress”. This based on a true story series is just the escape we all need right now.
The need for women in politics is clear, but the barriers to entry are high as Glynis Ratcliffe found out when she considered throwing her hat in the ring for the upcoming provincial election in Ontario. Glynis shares some of the hurdles she faced, why she had to pause, and some thoughts on making a path into politics more equitable.
After almost two years in isolation together, couples are noticing a lot of things about each other, including the division of labour in the house. So when is it problematic? When it’s weaponized incompetence. Lisa Sonni, a life and relationship coach who helps clients of all walks of life overcome challenges stemming from traumatic and or abusive partnerships joins me to help us define the term, recognize it and get it out of your life.
Are you looking to upgrade your skills for the job market? Then you will definitely want to stick around to listen to my interview with Nancy Baker from Fort Erie International Academy, who has details to share on ten courses being offered to the public absolutely free to help upgrade technology skills.
Finally, Ontario has passed right to disconnect legislation that takes effect June 2 this year. While it’s most certainly welcome, especially for those seeking work-life balance after two years in in a pandemic, my final guest says that so far it appears to be largely a political move, that doesn’t carry a lot of substance or direction with it. Deborah Hudson, an employment lawyer from Hudson Sinclair LLP joins me to share what employers and employees need to know right now about Right to Disconnect.
COVID-19 has led to the largest mass disruption of education in modern human history. Ontario, in particular, has suffered the longest school closures in Canada, and amongst the highest in North America and Europe comparing regional averages. Protecting education as an essential service is a policy choice says my first guest today, Dr. Prachi Srivastava. Prachi will be joining What She Said from now until June every month to arm you with information and questions to ask policy makers and politicians as we approach the June provincial election in Ontario.
Anne Brodie had to dig deep this week to find the best of the best in entertainment, with new theatrical releases in short supply. She delivers though with some can’t miss movies and shows to catch at home right now to beat the Omicron blues.
Whether by circumstance or choice, many women have found themselves stuck in a rut as of late. This year, What She Said in partnership with The Sacred Space is going to help you get unstuck. Denise Chand & Jennifer John, are Certified Cognitive Behavioural and Relationship Coaches, Unstuck Experts, Authors, and Founders of The Sacred Space Coaching. In 2022, they will be joining me every month with tips and tools to get us back on a path that empowers us to chase our dreams.
What’s the cost of love? Haley McGee, interviewed her exes and enlisted the help of a mathmetician to create a formula - with eighty seven variables - to find the true cost of love in her upcoming book, The Ex-Boyfriend Yard Sale. Haley joins me today to discuss how her attempt to turn sentimental value into cold, hard cash, became a much bigger lesson in the value of failed relationships.
Finally, If current conditions in Ontario, or even the ongoing pandemic have you questioning your commitment to Dry January, I’d like you to pause before you uncork that bottle of wine and listen Nadine Araksi. A Dry January MVP, Nadine joins me today to share some tips for making it through January without alcohol and possibly beyond.
Dilys D’Cruz joins me to wrap up for the Meridian Credit Union masterclass on personal finance we ran all year plus results from a recent consumer insights survey that found that most Canadians have money hang ups from childhood that still affect them today.
We all know that first responders and those who serve in our military cope with a tremendous amount of stress and mental health issues. The very nature of their jobs makes it so. But what of those closest to them, their families? Heidi Cramm is an occupational therapist and associate professor in the School of Rehabilitation Therapy at Queen’s University who leads the Families Matter Research Group. She joins me to share some of the research on mental health and trauma that first responder families are going through.
Yollanda Zhang wants your whole family to get the most out of 2022. She joins me to share details about her upcoming workshop for the whole family that will help you hone in on what is most important so that everyone can move forward with purpose and peace in the new year.
Anne Brodie and I have a little fun this week as we share our top 3 Christmas movies with each other, and it’s clear that we have different tastes. You won’t want to miss Anne’s picks because I bet most haven’t seen them.
Finally, JENNA Nation is a Canadian R&B/Pop singer and songwriter who is quickly gaining momentum on the international music scene. Considered by many as an outstanding vocalist with a charismatic stage presence, Jenna has released a new single for the holidays called “My Christmas Wish” which will be the closing song of this show, and of What She Said’s broadcast year.
No matter where you fall on the financial spectrum my first guest is here to help us all prepare for 2024 when women in Canada will control just over half the wealth in this country to the tune of #3 trillion dollars. Kelley’s new book Rich Girl, Poor Girl hits bookshelves December 14th and she joins me today to share some of the topics she covers from discussing finances with your partner, to negotiating the salary you deserve, to controlling your financial destiny. You definitely do not want to miss this one.
In @RBC’s She’s the Boss this Week, I speak with Chantal Carter. Chantal’s passion to uplift women of colour through fashion caused her to develop a diverse skin tone intimates line called Love & Nudes. This brand is more than just fashion, it's a social movement connecting women and celebrating the beauty of difference.
Anne Brodie joins for a quick Saturday Night at the Movies round up which includes the much anticipated Don’t Look Up on Netflix with a stellar cast that includes Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence, and the gut-wrenching The Unforgivable with Sandra Bullock. She also shares parts of an interview she did with Gemma Whelan who plays Detective Sergeant Sarah Collins in The Tower playing now on Britbox.
The cannabis industry is continues to grow in Canada and 34% of graduating university students are interested in pursuing a career in this still new field. Becky Griffin never imagined she’d end up working in cannabis when she was pursuing her degree, but now finds herself shattering glass ceilings and stereotypes working for Molecule Inc., a up and coming cannabis beverage company in Eastern Ontario.
We are all feeling the strain on our wallets these days and there is a return to good old fashioned couponing. Kathleen Cassidy is An extreme couponer, freebie lover and a financial friend who runs @livingonaloonie on social media. Every week she takes her followers through tips and tricks of how to save money in Canada and even get stuff for free. She joins me this week with some easy to follow tips for getting the best deal at the check out.
Finally, with Canadian women living longer and longer, the question is how to ensure we have the quality of life we want to accompany the quantity of time we’re getting. Chloé Richardson is a health enthusiast focused on whole body preventative aging, working with Jevitty Life Science & Bodycomp Imaging to enable the public to feel supported and empowered in living their best life for many years to come. She joins me now to share why Health is our true wealth.
Vaccines are the topic of my first interview. Few issues in our society are more divisive right now than vaccinations and sadly things may only get worse now that vaccines have been approved for children. Cathryn Carruthers is a double vaxxed mom in Calgary, who along with her husband will soon face the decision to vaccinate her children. She is the founder of Families for Choice, a group comprised of vaccinated and unvaccinated families that are united on one goal, they are against vaccine mandates for children. Cathryn joins me to share the reason behind her forming this group.
It’s time to change out of our regular everyday stress and slip into our glittery holiday stress. With the holiday season in full swing, adding to our everyday stressors, as well as our pandemic stress, it’s a good time for our latest interview on, you guessed it, stress. This week we are joined by Dr. Juliana Rosario Yeung who joins me to discuss ways to manage the stressful environment that we find ourselves in now so that it doesn’t wreak havoc on our bodies later. Big thanks to New Roots Herbal for helping to keep our health top of mind in their ongoing series with What She Said.
Anne Brodie has entertainment for days which includes Paolo Sorrentino's epic family saga Hand of God set in his hometown of Naples, Flee, the excellent and profound animated story of Amin, an Afghani refugee who escaped his homeland when the Mujahadeen murdered his family and HBO's original four-episode limited series Landscapers, starring Emmy-winner Olivia Colman and David Thewlis is a fascinating surrealist journey, based on a true story.
On RBC’s She’s the Boss this week, I speak with Joella Hogan from Yukon Soaps Company. Joella joins me today to share how when you support her business, you are supporting her mission to empower and nurture an indigenous community in the Yukon, in Canada’s north.
Finally, If there’s one thing we know for sure, it’s that science and medicine are always evolving. Unfortunately, policy doesn’t always keep up at the same speed. Dr. Paula Gordon, one of the world’s leading and highly respected experts and advocates for breast cancer screening is joining me today to share some important new information about a decades-old Canadian study that formed the basis for mammography recommendations for women in their forties around the world. Welcome back to What She Said Dr. Gordon.
The link between social media and depression, anxiety, body image issues, and sadly, suicide is undeniable. That’s why my first guest Keisha Simpson, along with her sister Teagan created the #AsSheIs challenge. Since 2019 the campaign has spread to 60 countries and has had a potential reach exceeding well over 100 million. Today Keisha joins me to share some ways that we and our kids can push back and use social media, instead of it using us.
Anne Brodie had me in tears this week with the trailers for the new three part Beatles documentary series on Disney+ called The Beatles: Get Back. If you’re a Beatles fan, you won’t want to miss the never before seen footage of Paul, John, Ringo, and George. Plus she shares deets on the new TVO doc on Elwy Yost, and the unexpected and dramatic The Humans in theatres now.
At 85 years old, my next guest is a role model for us all. Dr. Sally Palmer is tireless and has been an astounding 45 year track record of volunteering in her community. and joins me to discuss the importance of getting involved in your community. A social justice advocate, an Indigenous ally, and founder of the Good Food Box program which provides fresh produce to low-income Ontarians, Dr. Palmer joins me to share what volunteering has given to her and more importantly what it can give to us.
Melissa Pateras started to share her laundry tips and tricks on tiktok, partly as a joke, but it quickly turned into a wildly popular account as people everywhere started to follow laundrytok faithfully. Melissa joins me to share her journey on TikTok which includes pulling the love of her life out of the dryer.
Finally we close out this weeks show chatting with Melanie Durrant. Fresh off her hit single “Bait & Switch”, Melanie has released the brand-new video for her single “One In A Million” and joins me to share the inspiration behind the song before we play it for you in its entirety.
The diet industry generates $78 billion dollars a year in revenue, but research shows that 95% of all diets fail. Victoria Welsby, a world-leading expert on dismantling fatphobia and diet-culture, joins me to discuss their journey from homeless and abused, with self-esteem that was achingly low into the courageous fat activist and change maker they are today. They also join me over on the podcast this week for a deeper dive into the damage the diet industry has caused so be sure to pop on over to your favourite podcast provider and subscribe to What She Said with Candace Sampson after the show.
If you have teenagers, you might be surprised to hear them throw around terms like trauma bonding, and Maladaptive daydreaming disorder. Further they may suddenly seem to be experts in diagnosing people with BPD, depression, and other mental health ailments. Aly Pain, our resident expert on all things teens joins me to discuss the rise in pop psychology and how to address it with your teenager.
Anne Brodie is joining me twice this week. She is here with her regular Saturday night at the movies round up with the latest and greatest in entertainment this week, including Mothering Sunday, a complex period piece that follows a woman in 1920s England as she navigates a strict classist society and embraces her sexuality without the possibility of marriage and True Story on Netflix which showcases Kevin Hart’s dramatic talents. She comes back at the end of the show with a star-studded interview that features Venus and Serena Williams plus Will Smith!
We’ve all played with Barbies, but very few of us will actually get to become a Barbie. That rare honour has been bestowed on my next guest. Dr. Chika Oriuwa joins me to share how she was tapped on the shoulder as one of six frontline workers honoured by the Barbie Role Model Program with a doll created in her likeness.
Finally, faced with a freedom that empty nests provide, and time to focus on themselves, many women over 50 can’t help but ask “What’s next?” Lynette Turner wants to help you answer that questions so you can roll into the next stage of your life confidently. Lynette wants you to know that reinvention is not only possible but 100% worth the effort.
Ritu Bhasin, recently found herself the target of online hatred after a pundit on Fox News featured her in one of her diatribes. President of bhasin consulting inc., an award-winning speaker, author, and expert in diversity and inclusion, Ritu joins me today to discuss her experience receiving hate for trying to teach loving principles.
In RBC’s She’s the Boss this week, I speak with Tracey Klettl from Painted Warriors, an outdoor adventure company that reconnects people to the land through wilderness education, hands-on training, Indigenous traditions, and stories. Tracey shares the origin story of Painted Warriors and how it became a popular experience for many through the pandemic.
Anne Brodie joins me with a preview of three powerful films including Benedict Cumberbatch who unleashes Phil, a psychotic rancher Montana's Wild West circa 1925 in The Power of the Dog, Michael Keaton who plays Dr. Samuel Finnix in Disney+ Dopesick about the true story behind Purdue Pharmaceuticals and their massively addictive drug oxycontin, and Will Ferrell and Paul Rudd star in Apple+TV The Shrink Next Door which takes a look at the weirdly co-dependent relationship between a psychiatrist and his patient that spanned almost 30 years until a journalist exposed the truth.
My next guest is a teacher, social justice advocate, gender bending, hat wearing, running shoe fanatic who loves to use sarcasm, wit and a little intelligence to educate the masses on her wildly popular Tiktok account Unlearn16. Joanna Johnson is dedicated to having the hard conversations without the anger and rage that stops so much of our dialogue today and joins me to discuss how she’s teaching healthy debate in the classroom, and on TikTok.
As part of What She Said’s continued partnership with New Roots Herbal we’re taking a closer look at our mobility today. Despite what you may have heard, joint pain and stiffness does not have to be a fact of life. There is so much that you can do to prevent it and even reverse it so that you can stay active and get back to doing what you love to do. Dr. Kaitlyn Richardson joins me to share tips for prevention, maintenance and recovery.
Finally, gift giving is top of mind for all of us right now as the holiday season draws nearer and finding a gift with meaning is always challenging. Tina Fans, founder and owner for Fight for Five Charity Bracelets has a solution. She joins me to share the inspiration behind her impactful business that will have you crossing off two important things off your Christmas list this year, the perfect gift and giving back.
Frankie Holness who was first diagnosed with breast cancer in January 2021 and learned that it was metastatic breast cancer shortly thereafter. COVID-19 has played a role in her entire journey with mBC. She joins me today to share details about her journey through a medical system that is under pressure.
Kelly Bos, is a psychotherapist, and co-host of the podcast talktherapypod. Kelly joins me to discuss the loss of civility, and more importantly how to bring it back. With family and friends gathering again, it’s important we remember how to interact without losing our cool over contentious issues.
Anne Brodie joins me with an action packed week in entertainment starting with Kristen Stewart who is absolutely freakishly Diana Princess of Wales in the imagined and much-anticipated biopic Spencer. Plus a look at Tom Hanks as Finch, the lone survivor of an apocalyptic environmental disaster that erased all known life except him and his dog Goodyear, and 13 minutes, a throwback to the old days when natural disaster films swept the multiplexes.
We are on the 7th of 8 masterclasses on Personal Finance with Meridian Credit Union, and today Teresa Valenti joins me to share 10 of the biggest mistakes women make during a divorce. You definitely want to stick around for this interview because the information Teresa brings is invaluable. Every woman going through a divorce should know to avoid these all too common missteps.
Our relationship with work has changed drastically through this pandemic and not only are employees pushing back against the status quo, but employers are shaking things up as well. Jamie Savage, Founder of The Leadership Agency, an award-winning recruitment agency is a disruptor in the HR and recruitment space. Last October, Jamie implemented a four-day full work week for her employees and joins me now to share some of the details of the amazing success of this shift.
My final guest of this week’s show just released her 5th studio album Fight Left In Me on November 4th which takes a deep dive into the nooks & crannies, and under the radar experiences of(mostly) women who are at a time of their life when their own personal identity is often tangled up with those around them. Toronto born singer/songwriter Emma Cook joins me to share her single Fight Left in Me.
I’ve done a lot of heartbreaking interviews over the last couple of years but my interview with Landy Anderson will stick with me for years. Seven-year-old Katelynn Sampson was murdered by her two caregivers in their Parkdale apartment 13 years ago and Landy started a Duty to Report Campaign calling on the provincial government to legislate two of the recommendations from Katelynn Sampson’s inquest. You will definitely want to hear this one, and then head on over to sign the petition.
Storytelling is a fundamental component of being human. Gayathri Shukla is the Founder of Campfire Kinship, a social enterprise providing story-based solutions for individuals and teams to discover their unique strengths, and build inclusive cultures. Gayathri joins me to share how leaders can lead more effectively through the power of stories.
Anne Brodie joins me just in the nick of time, as temperatures begin to plummet and our thoughts turn to cuddling up on the sofa with a good show. Anne shares details on Portraits From a Fire, the documentary The Capote Tapes, the giant ray of optimism that is Dear Future Children, and the wild and wacky The Cleaner out on BritBox.
How many times have you told someone you love to “drive safe”. As we approach the winter driving season in Canada, Kal Tire is asking #WhoDoYouDriveSafelyFor to get drivers thinking about the importance of safe, reliable tires on your car. Tiffany Moyer, our What She Said tire guru, joins me to share what you need to check to be sure your winter tires are ready.
My next interview with is here to lighten things up. Comedy Coop is an online comedy school hatched by comedy professionals, and offers classes for all levels of experience – from comedy- curious beginners who’ve never been in a comedy class, to more experienced students eager to enhance their skills. Co-founder Cristel Bartelse joins me to share details.
Finally, for women business owners, marketing their business during this pandemic has been difficult to say the least. Faced with ongoing hurdles, it can be challenging to share a message that may or may not be relevant in a week. Jordan Danger Stalker, Creative Director and Fractional CMO at Danger Co. joins me to share how she is helping businesses adapt to the new reality.
My first guest has a massive social media following around the globe, and is the author of two bestselling books, The Vagina Bible and The Menopause Manifesto. Dr. Jen Gunter joins me to discuss why feminism needs to be a part of any discussion we have around menopause, and she shares her thoughts on hormone replacement therapy.
RBC’s She’s the Boss this week is talking with Monique Chan from Bruized. Bruized, wants to create change within our community, promote low-waste living + inspire healthy discussions about how we as individuals can mitigate food waste in our daily lives, all while you enjoy their delicious 100% plant-based products that keep great food out of landfills.
Anne Brodie zooms in this week with a very quick wrap up of can’t miss movies and shows, PLUS a quick interview with Rebecca Ferguson and Danny Villeneuve from the much anticipated remake of Dune.
Staying healthy is top of mind for all of us right now, so I’m thrilled that New Roots Herbal is joining us for a series of sponsored segments on common health issues women face. Today we’re taking a closer look at the benefits probiotics can have in your life, and it goes far beyond just taking them after a round of antibiotics. Dr. Darcie Pawlick joins me to share what probiotics are, the many benefits to our microbiome, and what you should look for before you purchase.
When Dr. Kristina Dervaitis took a step back from her duties in the delivery room, she didn’t realize that an album was about to be born. With all of the raw emotion that accompanies a midlife in transition, Kristina’s debut album tells a story of a self discovery that is better late than never. She joins me to discuss why she chased a dream, while keeping her day job.
Finally, we all have a story to share but many of us don’t know where to start. Tanya Gough is the founder of StoryBilder, a creative writing platform for new and aspiring writers that will help you take your story out of your head and on to a page.
My first guest is Dr. Paula Gordon from Dense Breasts Canada, who shares details of a new report that provides insight into how outdated and inconsistent breast screening practices across Canada are resulting in confusion over how and when women should get screened, dismissal of women’s concerns by healthcare practitioners, and tragic late diagnoses of breast cancer.
This week on RBC’s She the Boss, I speak with Leigh Joseph from Sḵwálwen (squall - win), an Indigenous skincare brand that honours cultural knowledge, Indigenous plant science and self care. Leigh combines ancestral traditions with modern beauty rituals, empowering people to connect to themselves and the natural world.
Anne Brodie has entertainment you don’t want to miss this week including Canadian Indigenous filmmaker Danis Goulet's Night Raiders, the Wild West film Old Henry, starring Tim Black Nelson, HULU’s delicious Baker’s Dozen, and the highly entertaining one-off look at the dozens of bare-faced movie tropes we've endured as a society over the past 100 plus years on Netflix, called Attack of the Hollywood Cliche hosted by Rob Lowe.
This week’s explosive news about Facebook and Instagram has us all questioning how much division social media platforms are creating in society. Sherilynne Starkie from the Being Human is Good for Business podcast joins me to specifically discuss the issue of vaccines, and you may be surprised to hear that she thinks social media is not driving us apart on this issue.
Denise Chand & Jennifer John Founders of The Sacred Space Coaching join me to share a few tips for breaking free of the rut this pandemic has placed many of us and how to embrace your life to become unstoppable.
Finally, Rose Powell from Zealous Baby Care wants to ensure that everyone in the family, from baby to mom, dad and siblings, are getting the rest they need so they can all be at their best. Rose shares how she helps families achieve that.
Women have carried the brunt of the economic, social, and labour consequences of the pandemic inspiring new ideas like “she-cession”, “she-covery” and my recent favourite, “mandemic”. With governments and business leaders talking about a “feminist post-covid recovery”, Ontario’s Pay Equity Office wants to level the paying field. Kadie Ward, Commissioner and CAO of the Ontario Pay Equity Commission joins me to share details about their six part series Level the Paying Fieldthat explores issues related to economics, equity, women, work and money.
During the pandemic, many Canadians experienced something they never experienced before….drug shortages. With supply chain and manufacturing issues, even the most basic medications were difficult to keep in stock. In underdeveloped countries, drug shortages have been a reality for much longer with 1.6m preventable African deaths per year from Malaria, HIV/AIDS, and Tuberculosis - all treatable ailments. Morenike (Muh-ren-ee-kay) Oláòṣebìkan (O La O Shea bi Kan) shares how her Pharmaceutical Factory in a Box is poised to change all that.
Anne Brodie is taking a well deserved hiatus this week to recover from TIFF, but she isn’t leaving us high and dry because this lady NEVER stops. You’ll definitely want to hear her interview with Ashley Zukerman who stars in The Lost Code, the origins series of the Dan Brown symbologist character (The DaVinci Code, Angels & Demons) that kicks off on Corus' Showcase Oct 11.
With divorce rates rising by as much as 30% during Covid, there was no way we couldn’t address it as part of our ongoing personal finance Masterclass with Meridian Credit Union. In the 6th of our 8 classes, Teresa Valenti, Senior Wealth Advisor with Meridian Credit Union joins me to share what women can expect when going through a divorce.
Graydon Moffat, a local Torontonian, founder, and superfood mixologist is behind Graydon Skincare. Often referred to as a “Skincare Chef,” Graydon is re-imaging the beauty industry in a way that’s more nourishing than ever before. Graydon joins me to share how she’s keeping beauty for the earth and us, in the beauty industry.
Finally, what we all need in our life right now is more music. Caroline Marie Brooks joins me to discuss her new album Everything at the Same Time and closed out the show with To the Waves, one of the singles off her new album.
Erin Kelly from Advanced Symbolics Inc joins me to share what Polly AI has been hearing from women across the country during this election cycle and what is the reason behind the neck and neck race between the Conservatives and Liberals.
This week on RBC’s She’s the Boss we’re spotlighting MySuppli, a reusable takeout container service in Toronto that’s on a mission to provide takeout without the waste. MySuppli partners with local restaurants so customers can experience guilt-free takeout! Co-owners Megan Takeda Tully and Julianna Greco join me to share details about this company that is forging a brave new path in the green economy and why it matters.
Anne Brodie is suffering from TIFF fatigue and joins me today with new movies and shows we won’t want to miss including Benedict Cumberbatch who goes against the grain as Phil, a psychotic rancher in the Wild West circa 1925 in The Power of the Dog, and the return of the series I’ve been impatiently waiting on since last fall, The Morning Show with Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon on Apple+TV, plus a whole lot more to keep you entertained as the days get shorter.
Money is the longest relationship we will ever have in our lives -from birth to death, and like all good relationships, the ones that flourish are nurtured. Zena Amundsen, iFounder of Astra Financial Services, and author and podcast host of The Heart of Your Money joins me to share what she believes are the three key aspects to ensuring a positive relationship with money in your life.
Marya Zarif was born and raised in Aleppo, Syria, and is the creator, writer, designer and co-director of "Dounia”, an animated story of a little girl and her grandparents, who have to leave in search of a new home when war breaks out in their country. Airing now on CBC Gem, Marya joins me to share the story behind this award-winning series.
Finally, female health is a grey area in medicine that can lead to poor outcomes. But if you understood your hormones from a genetic lens things become very black and white. CEO of The DNA Company, Kashif Khan and company spokesperson Monika Schnarre join me to share what your DNA can reveal about your health and how you can address concerns before they become problems.
If raising kids is priceless, why does it cost so much? That’s the question we’re diving into today for the 5th in an 8 part Masterclass with Meridian Credit Union. Nancie Taylor, Senior Wealth Advisor at Meridian Credit Union joins me to discuss the price tag that comes with kids, and how with a little planning you can avoid some major pitfalls. It’s all part of our big plan to get you financially fit in 2021.
In a world seemingly divided on just about everything, there is one ability that can inspire and connect, and is repeatedly being hailed as a superpower. That skill is empathy and my next guest, Erin Thorp, is on a mission to help all leaders learn this powerful skill and implement it in their leadership. She joins me to share how mastering empathy can get you further ahead at work and in life.
This is the time of year that Anne Brodie works around the clock with TIFF in full swing. This week she joins me to share the best of the capsule reviews she’s seen so far including Night Raiders, a disturbing story in its own right paralleling the traumas of the residential school system for generations of First Nations. Plus some new movies and shows you won’t want to miss in theatres and at home.
The negative thoughts we have about our body are not our fault. They are learned from the culture we live in where we’ve been conditioned to believe that our worth is in our appearance, SPOILER (it’s not!). Summer Innanen, a professionally trained coach specializing in body image, self-worth and confidence joins me to share ways to break free of the noise.
When the pandemic first hit, women across the country were forced into their homes and into their kitchens. After cooking roughly 1 MILLION Meals or at least it feels that way, we want a break. Thankfully Jannine Rane, co-founder of Zing, a Toronto based company that makes chef- prepared pantry shortcuts to help home cooks bring a meal from your fridge to your table in 15 minutes or less joins me to share the inspiration behind the company making cooking easier for at home chefs.
Finally, Play is an essential part of child development, exploration and how we learn about the world and how it works. Sadly, it is often dismissed. Frances Fishman is the founder of The Play Base, a behavioural services provider that helps kids grow through what they need most: play. She joins me to share why play is so crucial in development and how to get more of it in your life.
Annamie Paul is on the campaign trail and on What She Said this week. As you might expect from the leader of the Green Party of Canada, she has strong opinions about the environment, but Annamie also shares her thoughts on women’s rights, the economy, the timing of this election and more.
In this week’s RBC’s She’s The Boss we’re profiling Red Girl Rising and the Matriarch Resistance. Ivy Richardson and Lisa Kenoras founded their business on empowering Indigenous women and femmes through sisterhood relations, connection, and movement. Its time to pick up your medicine and collectively hold each other up in our strengths and power.
Anne Brodie has new entertainment this week starting with Together starring James McAvoy and Sharon Horgan which takes a close look at a marriage with too much togetherness during the pandemic, The Lost Leonardo, a thriller documentary which Anne has declared one of her favourites of 2021, and the diminutive but mighty Marie Kondo is back on Netflix with Sparking Joy.
York Region is one of the wealthiest regions in Canada, so it was surprising to hear that the area could see an expansion of its homeless ranks over the next year at 75 times the national average. Alina Turner from help seeker.org joins me to share what their AI found across the country but specifically for York Region, Ottawa, and Surrey.
Spending like there’s no tomorrow may not be the wisest idea. Stephanie Chabot from The Finance Diaries, joins me to discuss YOLO spending, what it is, how to do it smartly, and where to put away for the future.
Finally Aly Pain, our expert on all things to do with teenagers joins me to discuss The Four Horsemen of relationships and how to avoid these pitfalls with your teens so you can end baffling blowups and painful disconnection from your teens to create respectful relationships without giving up or giving in.
Erica Ehm, the voice of a generation of teens in the 80s joins me to discuss how her new Inside Out Initiative aims to give a voice to the teens of today, with the acadeME Bootcamp that is running from August 30 to September 3rd online, This empowering 5 day bootcamp is an introduction to the academe framework that help teens design the life the way they want to.
This week’s for RBC’s She’s the Boss Segment we’re talking to Meg Tucker from Cook with Meg. When Covid struck, Meg brought her years of experience and talents together through her online learning community to create Cook with Meg. Meg creates and teaches live and on-demand cooking classes, camps and special events for kids, teens and adults spanning the globe.
In entertainment this week Anne Brodie is raving about Spike Lee’s new four part documentary on Crave/HBO called NYC Epicenters, shares her thoughts on Hulu’s limited series Nine Perfect Strangers with Nicole Kidman and Melissa McCarthy, and has the goods on the return of Sandra Oh to TV in Netflix’s The Chair, a comic, dramatic wagonload of social and cultural issues of the day in the halls of academia.
Infertility is not only heartbreaking but can be incredibly isolating. Samantha Diamond and Breanna Hughes know all too well how devastating infertility can be, and have created Bird & Be with the goal of making the fertility journey a better experience for everyone going through it.
If you’ve ever found yourself at a funeral and been struck by the giggles, then you know that sometimes there is comedy through grief. Shohana Sharmin runs a happy-ish podcast about a sad topic I.e. grief and loss called Finders Grievers and joins me to share why she started it.
Finally, Kortney Kutsop from Universum, a global leader in employer branding joins me to share the results of a survey conducted with students across Canada in business, engineering, law, health and medicine and what these young adults are looking for when they enter the workforce.
Catherine McKenna, who announced earlier this summer she was stepping away from politics to focus on the two things that matter to her most, her children and the environment. Catherine doesn’t pull any punches when it comes to calling out climate change deniers and delayers, and wants us to do the same. She joins me today to share what we can do at a personal level and what we should be demanding from our government.
Anne Brodie joins me with this week’s entertainment releases which includes the incredibly moving and thoughtful Nine Days which is a love letter to the gift of life, the funny and heartwarming Swan Song starring Udo Kier and the hilarious Jennifer Coolidge. Plus the return of Modern Love on Amazon Prime.
Money and stress often go hand in hand unfortunately, so this week Dilys D’Cruz from Meridian Credit Union joins me for the 4th segment in a series on taking control of your personal finances, and ways to alleviate stress caused by money woes.
Pregnancy, while a joyous time in most women’s lives, can also bring about drastic changes to our bodies, right down to our dental health. Anaida Deti from DentalX has some tips for ensuring that you keep your smile in tip top shape for when baby arrives.
Finally Two-time Canadian Juno Award nominee Suzie Ungerleider officially opens a new chapter of her already distinguished and highly successful career with the August 13 release of her new album entitled My Name is Suzie Ungerleider. She joins me to share the single Summerbaby with us and the sweet story behind the song.
Tara Teng is an Embodiment Coach who works in the intersections of spirituality and sexuality. She helps people find their way back to their bodies, overcome shame, and dismantle purity culture in a way that is in alignment with their values and beliefs so that they can build a healthy, sexual ethic and thrive in freedom and wholeness.
RBC’s She’s the Boss this week is profiling Ambre Cadoux from Beblue Bijoux. Beblue Jewelry was born from the conviction that wearing jewelry, designed with mind and meaning is an expression of our own personality and is one of the most empowering accessories a woman can wear and every single piece that Ambre creates is made right here in Canada
Anne Brodie has entertainment for days this week starting with the long awaited Jungle Cruise with Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt. Plus the intriguing crime thriller, Playing God, Sonia Kennebeck's chilling documentary Enemies Of The State and the second season of Apple+ TV’s Ted Lasso.
When it comes to women in leadership roles, there is a damaging misconception that women are too emotional. The reality though is that we are masters of emotional intelligence, that is the ability to manage our own emotions in positive ways to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges and defuse conflict. Corina Walsh a certified coach, author, speaker and the CEO of Shift People Development Inc joins me to share how we can sharpen our EQ.
The women’s labour force participation rate has hit the lowest level in over 30 years across Canada and three entrepreneurs are responding with free support for female job seekers to fix the problem. Leigh Mitchell , Verity Dimmock, and Sue Christensen have designed a ‘She-covery Plan’, a rapid assessment tool to help unemployed women significantly speed up their job search and land the right jobs.
Twelve-year-old Ainara Alleyne is Telling Tales’ Junior Ambassador and is on a mission to inspire kids to explore diverse characters and diverse creators. In her new role she will be introducing kids and families to some of Canada’s best authors and illustrators in an interview series called “One Big Question”.
My first guest Heather Chauvin is a leadership coach who helps ambitious, overwhelmed women conquer their fears and become leaders at work and home. She is the host of the Mom Is In Control Podcast where she reveals her most vulnerable truths about womanhood, marriage, parenting, living through stage 4 cancer and running a successful business without burning out. She has also authored a new book called Dying to Be Good Mother and joins me to discuss.
RBC’s She’s the Boss this week is taking a look at a new travel brand marketed to women only. With Covid-19 restrictions lifting around the globe, the pent up demand for travel is growing daily and Women travellers in particular have become a major phenomenon over the past few years with travel companies dedicated to woman-only clientele increasing by 230%. Yaa Birago from FemmeBNB shares how she and her partner Diana Obeng are disrupting the market
Anne Brodie has loads of entertainment this week including Beans a heart-tugging drama about a little girl caught up in a vicious cycle of racism and struggle that's all too true. Ava DuVernay’s Peabody Award-winning arts and social impact collective ARRAY releases a powerful film called Cousins from New Zealand and royal watchers won’t want to miss The Wedding of the Century on Britbox with footage from Charles and Diana’s wedding upgrade to 4k.
If you found yourself drinking more than usual during the pandemic, you’re not alone. You’re also not alone, if you are thinking about giving drinking up. It’s time for discussions arounds alcohol use disorder and addiction to be normalized. Lindsay Sutherland Boal, is the founder of SHE WALKS CANADA the national movement to engage both the sober and sober curious communities of women in and seeking recovery from alcohol use disorder and joins me to share details on how you can get involved.
Finally Anne Brodie is back for a second time this week with an interview with Mississauga’s own Mah-Trey-E Maitreyi Ramakrishnan from Netflix’s Never Have I Ever from Mindy Kaling. Her star on the rise, and Anne can’t say enough good things about her.
This week we’re kicking things off with Nina Purewal who would like you to Let that Shit Go. Nina’s greatest passion is to help others find happiness through adversity, by leaning into ancient wisdom and in her bestselling book she’s lays out exactly how to find zen in the middle of chaos and live your best life freed from anxiety and stress.
RBC’s She’s the Boss this week is profiling Jennifer McCready from Lady Luck Photography. Since 2011, Jennifer’s mission has been to use her studio, and her passion for photography, to help EVERYBODY- no matter what age, size or shape - feel amazing about themselves. From pin-up girls to bourdoir to fantasy photo shoots, Jennifer shares how she makes all her clients feel like a million bucks.
Anne Brodie has movies galore this week, and surprisingly her top pick this week is PIG starring Nicolas Cage in the role of his life. She also has details on the emotional thriller Alice, the breathtaking Hidden Life of Trees documentary and the absolutely can’t miss musical comedy series Schmigadoon on Apple +TV
COVID-19 has led to the largest mass disruption of education in modern human history. Ontario in particular has suffered the longest school closures in Canada, and amongst the highest in North America and Europe comparing regional averages. Dr. Prachi Srivastava from the University of Western Ontario joins me to share what needs to happen to ensure our kids don’t fall through the cracks.
From the vilification of MSG and Indigenous chefs who are decolonizing their diets, to the battle to ‘own’ hummus and the ways food is used as a love language, Unforked is a new show that aims to change the way listeners think about their next meal. Host Samira Mohyeddin joins me to share why food is much more than just a meal.
Finally, the report card on how Canada is handling history lessons is in and the number 1 spot may surprise you as well as our grade. Mira Goldberg-Poch from Historica Canada joins me to share the details.
If you’re feeling unsettled with the disturbing findings at former Residential schools, that’s exactly how you should be feeling says my first guest, Paulette Regan. Paulette is the author of Unsettling the Settler Within and has been directly involved with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada since inception. She joins me today to share how non-indigenous Canadians can do their part to ensure truth and Reconciliation aren’t just empty words.
Climate change may not be great for us but the tick population is having a love-in with their numbers exploding across the country and over 88 per cent of the reported cases of Lyme disease in 2016 were from Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia, according to Health Canada. Dr. Jade Savage is the instigator of the eTick project, a citizen-science tick monitoring tool and information dissemination platform in Canada and joins me now to share why every Canadian should have this app on their phone
Ah, it seems like only yesterday we couldn’t leave the house because of Covid and now we’re shuttered in due to the heat. Thankfully Anne Brodie is tireless and joins me to share the best in entertainment this week with No Sudden Move on HBO, the God Committee and Paper Spiders on TVOD, and the hilarious Motherland on Sundance Now.
Meridian Credit Union is back with the 3rd in a 8 part series on personal finance, and this week Nancy Taylor joins me to discuss generational wealth, and how the sandwich generation should be discussing money with their kids and their parents.
Finally, during the pandemic, the number of Canadian children facing food insecurity and hunger rose from an estimated 12% to 19% nationally. This Summer, Food Banks Canada is aiming to send 150,000 healthy food packs to
Food Banks across the country -- to ensure that Canadian children have access to healthy food this Summer. Tania Little, Chief Development and Partnerships Officer, Food Banks Canada
An estimated 1 in 4 pregnancies end in loss with many left to navigate their grief and pain alone in silence. Michelle La Fontaine, Program Manager of the Pregnancy and Infant Loss (PAIL) Network at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre joins me to share details about their #UnsilenceTheConversation Initiative which offers tools for grieving parents such as a Baby Ad Opt Out plugin and a Unbirth Announcement.
RBC’s She’s the Boss profile today is on Alicia Simms, The Founder and CEO of Truro Buzz Media and Promotions. Truro Buzz began as a passion project for Alicia but quickly became a full-scale advertising and media company that forever changed the course of her life. A serial entrepreneur, Alicia is definitely one you’ll want to keep an eye on.
Anne Brodie joins me with her take on Kevin Can F Himself on AMC starring the incredibly talented Annie Murphy from Schitt’s Creek and a look at the heart wrenching Fatherhood on Netflix with Kevin Hart, PLUS loads more to keep you entertained at home.
Want to be a Superwoman? Dr. Ashley Margeson believes that your hormones are designed to help you gain more energy, be more productive and avoid burnout. It’s not about avoiding your hormones, it’s about understanding what they’re telling you to optimize your life. She shares details about The Superwoman Code and making your hormones your friend not foe.
Commemorating the 25th Anniversary of Donovan Bailey’s 100M Gold medal and the Men’s 4 x 100M Relay Gold at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games, Pass the Baton Canada is an annual celebration of virtual race events benefiting youth charities across the nation. Wendy Rinella, Oakville Community Foundation CEO joins me to share how Canadians can sign up and participate from coast to coast.
Finally, Sheena Kamal transitioned from film/tv to writing fiction because there was a lack of opportunities in on-screen media and she wanted to create stories about girls and women who aren’t traditionally represented. She joins me to discuss her transition from writing adult thrillers to young adult novels, and interview Jake Tapper.
The incomparable and unstoppable Leslie Ehm joins me to share how you can Swagger through your life. Leslie has turned technologists into creative forces, bankers into storytellers, and has brought a serious dose of badass-ness to boardrooms around the globe. Today she sets her sights on you, and shares some details from her new book, Swagger.
This week on RBC’s She’s the Boss, we’re profiling Barbra Joi Mitchell from Picnics in the Six, Toronto’s very first picnic service, which was created when Barbra-Joi was inspired to transition her traditional catering business due to the pandemic. She saw a unique opportunity to give back to the community by starting a company that spreads positivity and helps celebrate special moments with loved ones.
Anne Brodie has her usual reviews for Saturday night at the movies on whatshesaidtalk.com but joins us this week with an interview with Toronto native, Deanna Marsigliese who is a Pixar Character Art Director and worked on the latest release Luca.
Are you an over thinker? You’re definitely not alone. Sam Madore is an entrepreneur, speaker and mental health advocate who wears many hats. She is also the host of the Let Me Overthink About It Podcast, and joins me to share five of the biggest life events women overthink about.
If you have an angsty teen in the house, you might want to think about constantly striving to cheer them up. Aly Pain, our expert on all things to do with adolescents, joins me to share why our attempts to cheer up might be doing more harm than good.
Finally, Rana Khaled, co-host of HGTV’s Hot Market, joins me to talk about the hot market in real estate. Rana wants women to chase their home ownership dreams and realize that yes, you can do it on your own if you want to.
COVID-19 has created a “shadow pandemic”, There is a surge of Canadian youth and adults suffering from eating disorders and unable to receive necessary treatment. Kim Duffy, co-founder and board chair of the Waterstone Foundation and Dr. Melissa Lieberman join me to share why eating disorders are on the rise and what you can do to help someone who is dealing with an eating disorder right now.
This week on RBC’s She’s the Boss, we’re profiling the unstoppable Alison Tedford. Alison is an Indigenous business consultant, single mom and author. She is also a woman with a disability who shares about her experiences running a business while managing chronic pain in her new book, Chronic Profit and is committed to sharing how you can build a business that works for you.
Anne Brodie has can’t miss entertainment including the long anticipated LOKI on Disney+ starring Tom Hiddleston and Owen Wilson. Also you won’t want to miss her take on Akilla’s Escape a "crime-noir about the urban child-soldier" in Toronto.
Have you been trying to get in the housing market? If you were left feeling a little defeated with the new stress test for new homeowners that came into effect June 1st, you’ll want to hear what Rubina Ahmed-Haq has to say about these new changes and how it affects your chances of getting in the housing market.
Did you jump on the pandemic puppy trend? If so you’ll want to know about a new service that allows you to access a vet 24/7 from the comfort of your own home. Dr. Sarah Machell us the Medical Director at Vetster.com and joins me to share this innovative way to care for your pet plus some much needed tips for keeping pets cool in the heat this summer.
Finally, we end the show on a warm and fuzzy note this week with children’s book author, Noa Daniel who shares why she wrote, Strum and the Wild Turkeys, which weaves together themes of identity, inclusion, teamwork and music to create a story about finding your voice through a sense of belonging and the transformational power of music.
On this week’s show, there is a paediatric emergency happening in Canada and Children First Canada has declared a #CodePink. Sara Austin, the CEO and founder of Children First Canada joins me to discuss the urgency of addressing the mental health of our kids, with 70% of kids saying their mental health has deteriorated during this pandemic. We also touch on the impact the Kamloops tragedy is having on our kids and some resources for talking to them about it.
If you’re looking for a new way to manage your life instead of to-do lists and calendar reminders, Julie Harrison from MindManager.com joins me to share how mind mapping works.
It's film festival season so Anne Brodie has three to share with us, in addition to new movies you won’t want to miss this week. Plus she didn’t realize it but she brought my number 1 movie star crush into the mix this week. Oooh la la la.
I used to think budget was a dirty word until I started working with Meridian Credit Union, so I’m thrilled to be jumping into part 2 of our 8 part series on personal finance where we discuss exactly what a budget is and where to begin using it.
Date Night has been pretty challenging the last year, which is why itsdatenight.com has been so crucial for people to find creative ways to enjoy a first date or keep the romance alive with the 1000th date. Selena Kovachis joins me to share some of the fun ideas they share with their audience.
You would think that dental health would be the same for men and women, but it’s definitely not. Anaida Deti walks us through how hormones, your menstrual cycle and pregnancy can affect your mouth, teeth and gums.
Dr. Krishana Sankar, Science Advisor for ScienceUpFirst, a national anti-misinformation campaign in Canada that aims to combat misinformation around COVID-19. From mask myths to virus shedding, the campaign to undermine real facts feels unending which is why it’s equally important that the campaign for truth is just as robust.
This week on RBC’s She’s the Boss, we’re profiling the incredible Lola Adeyami, a Nigerian Canadian Immigrant who launched a Food & Beverage Company called “It’s Souper” which currently produces Afro-Fusion Soups & Sauces. Lola felt there was a need to fill the void in mainstream Retail and was undeterred from chasing her dreams in a very competitive market space.
Things are quiet in entertainment this week so Anne Brodie is bringing us a mix of new and old with Cruella, Disney’s new take on a classic tale with Emma Stone plus A Quiet Place 2 and Ziwe, she also shares her top 5 picks for throwback summer blockbusters you can find on streaming services at home.
A new report from Moms at Work, Canada’s largest community for working mothers, shows that Canadian women are lacking fundamental support from their employers during the maternity leave and return-to-work process. Allison Venditti from Moms At Work joins me to share what they found.
Are you caught in the state of blah or languishing as a recent New York Times article shared? No surprise to hear, most of us are, as we remain stuck in lockdowns and restricted living over a year after this pandemic started. Thankfully Kelly Bos, a returning guest to What She Said has some advice for those of us stuck in a pandemic rut.
Ritu Bhasin, an award-winning speaker, author, and expert in diversity and inclusion joins me to share what Critical Race Theory is, and is not.
Our first profile for RBC’s She’s the Boss is Natasha Patten from My Coat is Blue. Natasha joins me to share why shopping Canadian benefits us all and why we should all be supporting black-owned businesses. Plus a fashion tip or two thrown in to keep us on trend.
Anne Brodie’s emotions were put to the test this week with intense entertainment coming our way with everything from Prince Harry’s new documentary series The Me You Can’t See on Apple+ TV, New Order, an explosive portrait of social unrest you'll not soon forget and HBO Max's timely, and fact-based film Oslo about the secret backchannel meetings that took place between two Israelis and two Palestinians in 1993.
Sleep has been an elusive companion for many during this pandemic, with the term coronasomnia recently being coined so I’ve invited Alanna McGinn from Good Night Sleep Site to join me this week to give us her best tips for getting the shut eye we all so desperately need.
We’re not only tired from lack of sleep but we’re also suffering from Covid Fatigue so Dr. Andrea Dinardo is here to give us the 411 on Emotional CPR, which stands for Catch, Pause, and Release. You’ll definitely want to know how to master this technique.
Finally, with so many women currently looking for work, Bibigi Haile from The Beauvoir Group wants women to know two things, first, do not underestimate the power of LinkedIn and second, get loud about your awesomeness because no one else is going to do that for you.
The New Leaf project, the world’s first direct cash transfer program and study of its size, helps those who are recently homeless. The results are ground-breaking and are paving the way for a new approach in addressing Canada’s most pressing social issues. Claire Elizabeth Williams is the driving force behind the New Leaf Project and joins me to share why we need to let go of a lot of myths and misconceptions about helping people who are homeless.
Over one million women across Canada are self-employed, and during this pandemic, it’s been an ongoing challenge to stay inspired. Enter Vivian Kaye. Founder of KinkyCurlyYaki, a premium textured hair extension brand for Black women that she bootstrapped to over $6 million in revenue AND of a successful wedding decor company, Vivian also helps entrepreneurs from diverse and unconventional backgrounds use their awesomeness and unique capabilities to confidently build the businesses of their dreams.
Anne Brodie has entertainment for days for us with Barry Jenkins' long-anticipated 10 episode series The Underground Railroad based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Colson Whitehead showing now on Amazon Prime, the deeply unsettling and excellent fact-based Profile which follows an undercover journalist investigating ISIS recruitment strategies designed to lure non-Muslim white women to the Middle East, and Jean Smart is back in a new series called Hacks.
If you feel like your house is always messy despite having all the time in world in it, you’re not alone. Melissa Maker, the host of the CleanMySpace YouTube channel, founder of Clean My Space, a housekeeping service based in her native Toronto, Canada, and best selling author of Clean My Space: The Secret to Cleaning Better, Faster and Loving your Home Every Day joins me with tips to keep your space clean without losing your mind.
Much has been said about work/life balance during COVID, but the focus is mostly on individual effort, leaving parents (mostly mothers) to feel it is up to them to figure out how to manage the impossible demands of doing their jobs, homeschooling, parenting, and managing the home. Anita Grace, together with her research partner Linda Duxbury, is engaged in an on-going research project about work/family balance during COVID, studying how Gen Xers are managing the competing demands of jobs and parenting. Anita joins me to share some of their findings so far.
Finally moving to a new country where you aren’t yet familiar with the language, the customs, or the culture, can be an anxiety inducing experience. Doing all that under the umbrella of a global pandemic, is especially scary. Anila Lee Yuen is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Centre for Newcomers and is here today to share some of this biggest challenges covid has presented for new immigrants to Canada.
My first guest is a mother, but also a black, Jewish woman leading a federal political party. As leader of the Green Party, Annamie Paul is not only passionate about the earth, but about social justice and women’s issues. She’s definitely one to watch as we move towards our next federal election.
Anne Brodie joins me with the sweetest mother’s day documentary ever called Duty Free. She also shares details on Oxygen, a shocking sci-fi thriller that is definitely not for anyone who suffers from claustrophobia. Finally she shares details on the hilarious self-help mockumentary called Reboot Camp loaded with movie and tv star cameos.
Do you adhere to best before dates? Lori Nikkel from Second Harvest would you like you to start ignoring those please. With an astounding 58% of all the food produced for Canadians wasted, not a single person in this country, or globally for that matter should be going hungry.
Kathleen Donovan is a happiness expert, and that’s just the kind of expertise many of us our seeking right now. Kathie’s call to action to us is to unlearn what we think we know to be true, to stretch what’s possible, so that we can see our true potential and to live a beautiful life of our own design. And yes, you can even pursue this in a pandemic.
Crushing the patriarchy is on our minds and in our actions from marches and rallies, to literature and politics. GenZ in particular is claiming digital space to educate and empower women, and they are not letting the trolls deter them. Power To Her is an organization focused on empowering women within the community and I am joined by Founders Shuchi (pronounced shoe-chi) and Sachreet who share their mission.
Finally, Andriana Crawford is a Toronto-based yoga and meditation teacher, wellness entrepreneur, and writer. She created Black Yoga Society from her struggle to find Black-owned yoga studios, healing spaces, and esoteric products. Her goal is to promote well-being and self-care to BIPOC and beyond. She joins me to share her why, and with some tips stay calm in the chaos right now.
My first guest brings hope in the form of a new test to detect early Ovarian and Uterine cancers. Dr. Lucy Gilbert is a Professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McGill University. She and her team have recently developed an innovative genomic uterine pap-test and joins me to share the exciting details ahead of World Ovarian Cancer Day on May 8th.
Tanya Hayles brings hope to her online global village of over 20,000 women, called Black Moms Connection. Tanya’s non-profit provides culturally relevant programs and resources to educate and empower the Black mother and her family.
Anne Brodie has an exclusive interview today with Ottawa native, Kari Skloglund, who also happens to be the executive producer and director of Disney+ smash hit, The Falcon and the Winter solider. We definitely want to hear what she said about directing this wonderfully ambitious series with a woman’s touch.
Meridian Credit Union is taking things back to basics for us this year and building out a masterclass series called “Take Control Woman!” exclusively with What She Said. VP of Wealth, Dilys D’Cruz joins me to share how we’re going to help women manage their finances through life’s various stages, from the basics, to money conversations, to building our wealth. I am so excited to be kicking this off today.
Dr. Saadia Sediqzadah is a psychiatrist at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto and specializes in the care of patients with severe and persistent mental illness and provides care for people who are precariously housed. We talk about the pressure our current mental health crisis is having on mental health professionals, and how the pandemic is impacting those with mental illness.
Finally, my Dry January turned into Dry February, March and April, and I noticed a lot of women are either dropping alcohol all together or severely limiting it’s use. Ann Dowsett Johnston the bestselling author of Drink: The Intimate Relationship Between Women and Alcohol joins me to discuss the reasons why women are giving up drinking and embracing alcohol free lives.
It’s another full week at What She Said with interviews that empower, educate, and entertain , so let’s jump in right now on 105.9 The Region
If you’re looking for what’s new in entertainment this week, you can find our regular Saturday Night at the Movies over on Whatshesaidtalk.com, but right now we’re sharing Anne Brodie’s exclusive with Ottawa native, Kari Skloglund, the director of Disney+ The Falcon and The Winter Soldier.
Agnes Wainman would like you to let go of all your expectations in life because they are holding you back and down. Agnes is obsessed with expectations and how they affect our lives and even coined the phrase Expectation Discrepancy Syndrome. Full disclosure, I’m a little obsessed with Agnes now after speaking with her and I’m sure you will be too.
What happens when a woman tables a federal budget? A budget that makes sense that’s what. Allison Venditti from Moms at Work joins me to break down what Chrystia Freeland delivered this week and why it’s so important.
Considering Anne Brodie typically watches over 60 movies and shows a week, I love seeing her act like a kid when she really loves something, and this week Anne is loving The Falcon and The Winter Soldier on Disney+ which just keeps getting better and better with Julia Louis-Dreyfus dropping into the MCU mix. She also says we absolutely can not miss Stowaway on Amazon Prime Video which presents us with a gut wrenching moral quandary in a beautifully crafted four-person character study. Plus enough to keep you going as stay at home and social restrictions continue.
Dating is hard, dating in a pandemic is especially hard. Thankfully we have a coach, Canada's Dating Coach in fact, Chantal Heide’s counter-culture approach to dating is gaining traction as she teaches women how to use a “see where it goes, kiss the right one” approach, instead of today’s “kiss, then see how it goes” method that’s causing so many unhappy relationships and breakups.
School is beginning to feel a little like a revolving door lately with a now you’re in, now you’re out approach, and frankly no return to normalcy on the horizon for 2021. So I reached out to the always calming Stephanie Sewell for her best tips on dealing with the education roller coaster.
Finally, fitness should be accessible to all, not just those that can afford fancy stationary bikes and monthly memberships which is why Sharon Devellis’s business Reflective Fitness may turn the industry on its head with her “pay what you can” model.
Dr. Amanpreet Brar wants you to know that although all of this may feel familiar, this is a brand new pandemic and the stakes are higher than ever. Dr. Brar has been an outspoken advocate for paid sick leave, and joins me today to discuss the increased danger with the new variants, if current public health measures are enough, and the importance of staying at home.
If you’re waiting for the perfect time to pursue that new business, explore a new career, go back to school, or have kids -- you may be waiting forever and Mandy Gilbert doesn’t want that for you. An author, speaker, investor and CEO Mandy believes the biggest obstacle in reaching our goals is the limitations we place on ourselves and she joins me today to share some of her best tips for pursuing your dreams.
Anne Brodie is here with loads of new entertainment to keep us busy at home, starting with the absolutely can’t miss edge of your seat action film, Nobody starring Bob Odenkirk. Also new is Kate Winslet in a new HBO Max seven part series Mare of Easton, the hilarious Frank of Ireland on Amazon Prime, Disney+ Secret of Whales and the can’t miss documentary MLK/FBI which explores the extremes of harassment of civil rights leader Martin Luther King by the Federal Burau of Investigation chief G. Edgar Hoover.
Women going through peri-menopause and menopause will relate completely to Dana Goldstein and her memoir Murder on My Mind which throws back the curtain on the most challenging years of a woman's life with humour and brutal honesty.
Nutrition is key for a long life and that means it should start from the womb. Food to Grow On is the ultimate guide to childhood nutrition, and covers every stage from pregnancy to feeding babies and toddlers to packing lunches for school-aged kids. It covers both how and what to feed children, in a relatable, humorous tone. Co-author Cara Rosenbloom joins me to share what you need to know about iron
Finally I promised last week that I was going to end the next few shows on a mindfulness note to hopefully help anyone struggling during this third wave. Annabel Fitzsimmons is the co-founder of mind management and provides no-nonsense accessible mindfulness and meditation techniques that can be easily incorporated into your everyday life. No incense required.
Senator Kim Pate who has spent nearly 40 years working in and around the legal and penal systems of Canada, with and on behalf of some of the most marginalized, victimized, criminalized and institutionalized members of our society. Kim believes that we are staring down the barrel of a poverty pandemic, and that we need to take swift, and immediate action to turn the tide. Kim’s determined efforts are keeping those that need the most help front and centre at the federal level and shares ways we can all get involved.
Where would we be without Anne Brodie every week? Likely bored to tears I suspect, thankfully Anne never stops bringing us entertainment and this week she joins me with details about the long awaited Nomadland starring Frances McDormand on Disney+ now. Anne is hoping this one sweeps the Oscars and when Anne says that I know it has to be a stellar movie, plus she shares her thoughts on Made for Love on Amazon Prime , and Held available on demand.
Every woman who listens to Kimberley Black’s story will have chills. In the early evening last July, Kimberley went for a walk in her neighbourhood as she often did and was found 18 hours later lying in a creek with multiple life-threatening injuries, after being assaulted and left for dead. Less than a year later Kimberley is moving forward with her life, and is offering up tales of resilience through her #bpositive initiative to help other women move forward after traumatic events in life.
We are all longing for a return to normalcy and Carolyn Ray brings us a glimmer of it this week with the results of a new travel survey her company Journeywoman conducted on women’s travel readiness. Carolyn shares what travel will look like, the trend towards slow travel, and why personal safety is a top concern.
How are you making out with that #quarantine15? A recent report on CNN shared that some people may have gained more than 1.5 pounds on average
Lindsay Gee and believes life is about balance and finding what you need to make you feel strong and healthy. She joins me with some tips for staying healthy without beating up on yourself.
Finally, I know this week has been hard on you. So for the next few weeks I’m going to end each show with an expert on mindfulness to help us all get through with our mental health intact as we roll with the third wave. This week Stephanie Valentine, a Clinical Hypnotist, holistic nutritionist and wellness coach joins me today to share ways to help you stay in the moment, and not get catch a ride on the stress train.
Robert Pardi radically transformed his life after losing his wife to Breast Cancer by pursuing his dream to become a Certified Life Coach and moving to Italy. He works with clients coping with dramatic life events or desiring tectonic shifts in their lives. In recognition of National Caregiver Day and starting in the month of April, with the support of Teva Canada, Huddol is offering free 30-day unlimited access to the NEW Huddol Journeys App featuring the
Moving Positively Through Change: Resilience Awakens 7-day Journey guided by Robert. This is a wonderful tool for caregivers and anyone looking to develop more resilience.
Amanda DeGrace joins me to discuss how the pandemic is adding an extra layer of stress for expectant moms and what they can do to prepare ahead of time for delivery and for life with baby postpartum.
I could have spent the entire hour with Anne Brodie this week, there’s just so much entertainment on the docket this weekend, but we crammed as much as we could into the short time we have including Michelle Pfeiffer in French Exit, Godzilla vs Kong which might be the campy escape you need this weekend, plus HBO Documentary Films brilliant four-part series Exterminate the Brutes from Raoul Peck which is a no holds barred, dizzying examination of the cost of men's greed, genocide, and colonialism.
Have you ever wondered what life might look like if women designed the world? Thankfully Leslie Kern has. A feminist geographer, Leslie has laid out what a female centric city might look like through the lens of motherhood, friendship, protest, and safety in her new book Feminist City: Claiming Space in Man-Made World.
Misconceptions about obesity has led to an increase in weight shaming during this pandemic and frankly it’s a stigma that really needs to end now. Dr. Sarah Nutter from Obesity Canada’s Every Body Matters collaborative joins me to share what’s driving the behaviour of some to judge others and the damage it can do.
Finally, we’ve all been looking for comfort during the last year, so it’s fitting that this Easter weekend, you might find it with a Rabbit, and it’s trust Bear friend. Tara Shannon, illustrator and author joins me to share details about her new book for the young and young at heart called Rabbit & Bear Make a Wish, based on a drawing that went viral exactly one year ago.
My first guest this week joins me to discuss why Sarah Everard’s tragic death has become a such a flashpoint for women around the world. Lauren Dobson Hughes provides advice and guidance on global health and women’s equity campaigns to clients around the world and joins me to discuss some of the alarming statistics with Violence Against Women, why the messaging regarding our safety needs to change now, and how we can get involved at every level to ensure change actually happens.
We lighten things up in the next interview, way up with Andrea Minty who shares details on the upcoming documentary Tripping the Niagara which takes us on a stunning journey high above one of the wonders of the world this coming Friday, April 2, 2021 at 7 pm ET on TVO.
Anne Brodie is back with more entertainment this week which includes an international Oscar contender with Gregory Kershaw’s documentary Truffle Hunters. Which follows buyers, hunters and their dogs as they pursue a dying but extremely lucrative business, harvesting of the rare Alba white truffle. Benedict Cumberbatch stars in the Courier, a fact-based Cold War story and William Shatner as you’ve never seen him before in Senior Moment co-starring Jean Smart!
Formal Liberal MP Celina Caesar Chavannes joins me to discuss her book, Can you Hear Me Now about her turn in politics under Justin Trudeau, and as a sitting independent, plus she shares her thoughts on women in politics. You’re going to love Celina’s no-nonsense, get to the point style.
Parenting teenagers is always hard, but add in a dash of dishonesty AKA lying, and it can become especially frustrating. Aly Pain, What She Said’s expert on teens joins me to discuss the why behind the lie, and how you can address it without losing your cool.
Finally, I have a TikTok megastar join me, well okay fine, her mommy, Kyla Thomson, joins me and Bella makes a brief but adorable appearance during the interview to say hi! You won’t want to miss this delightful story, and be sure to follow us over @whatshesaidtalk on Instagram because Bella is taking over our stories this Sunday!
The Honourable Jean Augustine is a social justice warrior in the truest sense of the word and a hard woman to pin down. A Grenadian-Canadian educational administrator, advocate for social justice, and politician, Dr. Augustine was the first Black Canadian woman elected to the House of Commons and she is absolutely tireless and always working as you’ll hear through the interview with the buzzing and beeping in the background….it seem everyone wants to hear what Dr. Augustine has to say but you can here WHAT SHE SAID here.
Anne Brodie joins me for entertainment this week and takes us on an intense roller coaster of emotion with Death of a Ladies Man with Gabriel Byrne, Night of the King, a contender for an Academy Award with Best International Film, a documentary on Discovery+ Original called Attack of the Murder Hornets that might be the next thing to keep you awake and night, and Acorn’s Balthazar.
Vaccinations for Covid-19 are ramping up, and while many of us can’t wait to get in line, myself included, 1/3 of Canadians are hesitant to get one. Kelly Peters, CEO and Co-founder of BEworks joins me to discuss the vaccine showdown shaping up in our country, and how we can address concerns of those that believe they are not safe.
The clocks are moving ahead this weekend, and spring is the air which means that pothole season can’t be far behind. Tiffany Moyer, my tire guru from Kal Tire joins me to share why it’s so important not to ignore the hits your car takes on spring roads, and what you need to watch out for on your tires and with your car’s alignment. Also, you’ll definitely want to know about what your car insurance might say about the time to switch your winter tires.
No organization felt the impact of Covid 19 faster than Food Banks of Canada. Last year I interviewed them a mere two weeks after lockdown and the effects were profound. I caught up with Kirsten Beardsley this week to hear some of the incredible stories of humanity that have come out of this and how Food Banks of Canada continues to innovate and help those in our communities across the country that need it.
Sticking with the topic of food, the last year has had a lot of us reassessing our diets as we seek to make our bodies and our planet healthier. Shelby Taylor, CEO of Chickapea is on a mission to create good for the world through nutritious and organic meal options and joins me today to share some of the why behind her increasingly popular brand and what it means for her to be a Certified Women-Owned Business and B Corporation.
Jennifer Reynolds, President & CEO of Toronto Finance International joins me to discuss where women are at as we approach the one year mark of Covid 19 and what we can expect to see as we progress through 2021.
If you’re going stir crazy then you’ll be pleased to know that you’re not as from an escape as you might think. 80% of Canadians live within 30 minutes of The Great Canadian Trail, and Eleanor McMahon President &CEO of the Trans Canada Trail joins me to share details about their Blaahs to Aaaahs Campaign running right now, and ways you can enjoy the trail year round while staying far from crowds.
Anne Brodie shares deets on the much anticipated Royals interview with Oprah, PLUS the devastatingly beautiful Land with Robin Wright, a sequel that took 33 years to make, Coming to America 2 with Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall, a formerly censored documentary called Free the Army with Jane Fonda and Donald Sutherland, plus so much more to keep you busy at home, you won’t miss going out at all.
Women have long struggled to command the same respect and coverage in sports that men have, until now. Ainka Jess from Shes4Sports is committed to changing that narrative. A senior communicator and an award-winning business leader Ainka is passionate about empowering women and diverse communities through sport, she joins me to share how she’s working hard to referee a fair game for all.
Tired of trying to live within a budget? How about the 30-DAY ANTI-BUDGET: COVID EDITION? Kelly Keehn, is a personal finance educator, speaker, media personality and award-winning author of ten books with over 25 years in the finance industry. She is on a quest to Make Canadians Feel Good About Money and joins me today to discuss her latest book, Talk Money to Me
Finally if you’re as confused as I am about how on earth to mine a bitcoin, where to buy cryptocurrency and more importantly how to spend it, then you’ll want to stick around until the end. Stephanie Chabot from The Finance Diaries helps educate people about personal finance topics that will help them get ahead in life, and today she joins me to give us the 411 on cryptocurrency.
This hour is filled with some of the best interviews and moments on What She Said! Enjoy!
As we near the one year mark of this pandemic, the experts are now debating if the Covid virus can be likened to a wave or a forest fire with variants across the country threatening to roll us back into lockdown and dampening spirits everywhere. Women especially are watching this news with increased trepidation since we’ve already been carrying a heavy load and are unsure how much more we can endure. In fact my first guest today shares that only 7% of us claim to be doing well. Erica Ehm from Ehm & Co joins me to share details on a survey her company conducted recently that highlights some disturbing trends amongst moms which includes, but is not limited to less sex, more drinking, less exercise, and definitely more frustration. This is a must listen for all women and anyone who loves a woman.
Anne Brodie has the biggest Saturday Night at the Movies ever to share and all I can do is wonder where is all this entertainment coming from. No matter though because tv shows and movies are bright spots in our lives right now, and this week you’ll want to hear Anne’s thoughts on Allen vs. Farrow, a four-part documentary series about Dylan Farrow’s shocking recollections with her adoptive father Woody Allen. Plus a look at Framing Britney Spears on FX and I Care A Lot with Rosamund Pike on Netflix.
Samantha Kemp-Jackson joins me to discuss the N Word and yes, you know what n word I speak of. You will definitely want to hear Samantha’s thoughts on free speech, whataboutism, and whether or not there is ever an acceptable time to use that word.
Would you ever suspect that systemic racism could show up in how we treat breast cancer in this country? Well as we are all learning, systemic racism is insidious and shows up in everything. Dr. Paula Gordon is one of Canada’s foremost experts on breast cancer and joins me to share how breast cancer affects women of colour, how our system is currently failing them and what we need to do to change it.
If you now consider what’s fashionable your daily decision of what top to match with your flannel pjs, perhaps it’s time for a refresher course. Rachel Bristow is a fashion-savvy influencer who has spent the last year seeking out the best Canadian online shops to help us stay on trend, and in a price range we can all afford.
Finally, you’d be hard-pressed to find a person who hasn’t been doing some deep thinking about their future and what they’d like to do with it these days. The result is that a lot of women are returning to school to either upgrade their credentials or pursue an entirely new passion. York University anticipates interest in its Masters of Leadership and Community Engagement degree program will be at an all-time high this year and Professor Vidya Shah joins me to share details about this program meant to help shape our world into a better place. You’ll definitely want to stick around to hear this one because the next application period doesn’t open up until 2023 so NOW is the time.
Often in life, it’s the biggest disappointments that lead us to find our fire. My first guest is a case study in turning rejection into redirection. Janelle Benjamin is the Founder & Chief Equity Officer of All Things Equitable Inc. a company she founded after suffering her own mistreatment in the workplace. Janelle decided it was time to help others and effect systemic change. She joins me to share her story with us, and give details on how she is driven to make workplaces more diverse, inclusive, and safe.
The heart is the focus this month when it comes to love and to health. Heart month is here and while many of us think of diet and exercise when it comes to heart health, you could find clues to your heart in your smile. Anaida Deti from DentalX shares what you should be looking for while taking care of your mouth.
Anne Brodie is back with a sweet & fluffy movie on Netflix called To all The Boys: Always and forever plus more to help celebrate Black History Month with Judas and the Black Messiah based on Black Panther Fred Hampton who was murdered by law enforcement in the organizations early days. She also has rave reviews for A Day in the Life in on YouTube.
The Black Lives Matter movement, particularly in the last year has ignited a commitment and desire for Canadians to learn more about how history has brought us to this point so that we can forge a new and better path forward. And let’s be honest, it’s clear we have not been getting the whole story and sometimes not even part of the story from our history books. Dr. Cheryl Thompson, an assistant professor at the University of Toronto dives into the history of Uncle Tom in her latest book called Uncle; Race, Nostalgia and the Politics of Loyalty which hits shelves February 16th and should be on everyone’s reading list .
Cat Coode, my go to for everything to do with privacy online joins me to discuss deidentification. Never heard of it? Me either, and yet if you own a business or work for one that collects information then you’ll want to know exactly what deidentification is and why it’s so important for your customers that you do.
Finally, Valentine’s Day can be challenging if you’re single but Natalia Juarez from Lovistics wants to change that. Natalia helps men and women through the entire spectrum of breakups or divorce; helping them recover, initiate a separation, win an ex back, and find new love. She joins me to share how you can take an empowered, proactive approach to your love life.
By 2030 women will control 65% of the wealth in Canada. This is big news ladies, and I have a mandate here at What She Said to make sure we are all empowered and educated enough to use this transfer of wealth for good and that starts in our own portfolios. Today I’m thrilled to have Judy Fairburn and Shelley Kuipers from the51, a Financial Feminist™ platform that aims to build mutual wealth and social/environmental impact, share knowledge and
experiences, and help women become influential investors, innovators and consumers.
This Valentine’s Day is going to be so different for our kids but that doesn’t necessarily mean worse. Jaime Damak, always a bright light, joins me with some super sweet ideas that focus on making memories that neither you or the kids will forget anytime soon.
Anne Brodie is sharing love stories this week with Netflix’s Malcolm and Marie starring Zendaya and John David Washington (Denzel’s son) and Two of Us, a touching story of the love between two senior women who have kept their love for each other a secret from others for years. She also shares details on HBO’s remarkable anthology called Black Art; In the Absence of Light from documentarian Sam Pollard which reveals a vivid history of a strong African-American culture of art and the new talent springing up all over the US.
We’ve all been caught up in the Gamestop phenomenon happening in the stock market, and some of us might be thinking it’s a good time to jump in and invest in some of these heavily shorted stocks. Not so fast, says Melissa Leong one of Canada’s best-loved authorities on personal finance. Melissa isn’t saying no necessarily but she does want you to definitely look before you leap.
Let’s face it, we are all running out of things to do and so it’s with great joy that I can share The Quest with you today, a month long virtual experience you can sign up for at home. Added bonus? You can help raise funds for the more than than 240,000 people living with Alzheimers in Ontario. Even better? If you participate from another province you can even designate the funds go to your local Alzheimers society. You’ll definitely want to hear more about how you can become the hero in your own story, and in someone else’s.
Finally, women entrepreneurs across Canada have been missing attending conferences for inspiration, aspiration and education. Thankfully, the conference all business owners have been hoping for is here with four incredible workshops built to help you grow your business in the these difficult times, and featuring two keynote speakers you definitely don’t want to miss! Devon Girard joins me to share details about this FREE digital conference for women entrepreneurs on Thursday March 4 called StrikeUP.
Over the last year our education model has been flipped on it’s head, and many parents, are finding that the current way public education is modelled is no longer working for them. It’s a huge discussion topic, and over the next few months one we’ll be diving into it deeper as we look at alternative models of schooling and ways to inspire our kids in their education journey. Heather MacTaggart, founder of UnschoolingSchool.com believes there is no “school as usual’ in this Covid moment and now is the time to create schooling that works for kids.
Anne Brodie joins me twice this week. First she’s here with the latest entertainment reviews including the edge of your seat suspense thriller The Little Things starring megastars Denzel Washington, Jared Leto and Rami Malik. Plus an understated, and moving performance from Justin Timberlake in Palmer on Apple TV, Penguin Bloom staring Naomi Watts, and Amazon Prime’s Small Axe.
How’s your gut? In the past few years we’ve learned that the state of our microbiome can be directly related to everything from mood disorders to chronic disease. Most recently, science has discovered that poor gut health could put you at risk of more severe outcomes if you contract COVID-19. Dr. Sapna Makhija Gastroenterologist and Co-founder of GI Health Centre in Burlington, Ontario joins me to share what you need to know.
In the month of January we talked about resilience a lot, but simply talking about and defining resilience isn’t enough. Sometimes you need to see it in action. Heidi Latsky has done just that with her short film Suspended Disbelief, featuring Erin Ball, a circus artist, who when lost on a winter hike for six days suffered such severe frostbite that she had to have both legs amputated from the knees down.
Anne Brodie is back for a second segment this week with an exclusive interview with Emma Caulfield, who plays Dottie, Queen of the Suburbs on Disney Plus’s new Wandavison. If you haven’t started watching this yet, I can confirm it’s a must see and of course once you get to know Emma a little better, you’ll definitely want to tune in.
Finally, I haven’t highlighted a lot of Canadian musicians on What She Said recently but when Julie NEff’s EP was sent to me I knew I had to have her on for two reasons, 1) Julie’s voice is mesmerizing and the songs are too and 2) how can I not have someone on who titled their album Over it because if that doesn’t describe every Canadian woman right now, I don’t know what does.
Allison Venditti from Moms at Work joins me to discuss pay transparency. If you’ve never heard of pay transparency before, but you’re one of the 1.5 million women who have recently lost their job and you’re now actively seeking employment, you’ll definitely want to know about the tactic used to pay women and people of colour less.
Anne Brodie continues to round up the best of the best to keep us busy at home with entertainment and this week she has a round up of films from around the globe including one from France called Lupin available on Netflix. Plus she shares her thoughts on Our Friends starring Jason Segal, Dakota Johnson and Casey Affleck. Not gonna lie, the trailer for this one had me crying the big ugly tears, you’ll want to stock up on tissue before watching.
The hottest buzzword we’re all throwing about in 2021 is resilience, but what is it and how do we get our hands on some of that. Komal Minhas, an internationally known resilience expert joins me to share how you can become more resilient in 2021 with five simple steps.
Where are you getting your news from? Chances are you find headlines through Google or Facebook. The problem is that 80% of Advertising revenue that used to go to Canadian media is now being funnelled to tech giants outside our country and that puts the squeeze on news organizations who pay journalists for investigative reporting. That’s bad news for Canadian content, and equally as bad news for democracy. I share 10 minutes of my interview with Heather Bakken from ipolitics in today’s show, but it’s such an important topic, you can catch the extended interview on podcast.
From headlines to waistlines. How many times have you started a new fitness routine and then quickly forgot about it? Sharon DeVellis feels your pain, and joins me to discuss ways to simply get more movement into your life, without signing up for expensive programs and unattainable fitness goals.
Finally, we’re digging for goals not gold around here at What She Said and Justine McDonald is here to help. A mom of two, entrepreneur and coach dedicated to helping career- driven moms maximize their work and home life through online courses, events, coaching & the Mama's Got Goals Planner, Justine is here to give us a nudge in the direction of our dreams.
Is even a new year if we’re not taking stock of our lifestyle habits, in particular our diets. My first guest strongly believes that food is medicine and doctors shouldn’t go to medical school but health school. A Regenerative Medicine Educator, entrepreneur, author, Doctoral student and speaker Nicolette Richer joins me to share some practical tips for optimizing your health with food. After all, you are what you eat, right?
Anne Brodie joins me to share details about Locked Down the first major release about and shot during the pandemic, with Anne Hathaway and The Dissident from Academy Award-winning director Bryan Fogel (Icarus), a documentary thriller that plays out at the highest levels of power, exposing the labyrinth of deceit behind the murder of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi. According to Anne, you’ll be screaming at the screen watching.
While many of us are looking to reinvent ourselves in 2021, Catherine Harrison believes we should be chasing reconnection instead. A certified professional coach and behavior-change specialist Catherine helps her clients focus on mindfulness, adaptability and accountability and shares a little with us.
Blue Monday, typically known as the most depressing day of the year is right around the corner and to compound that we’ve also all got a case of the Covid Blues. What better way to get around that then by planning for the future. Teresa Valenti, Senior Wealth Advisor at Meridian Credit Union joins me to share how taking active steps will prepare you financially in the short, medium and long term and improve your overall emotional and financial wellbeing.
Do you feel like you’ve been winging it for much of this last year? Then you might be perfect for improv. Julie Dumais, Artistic Director of Second City in Toronto joins me to share how you can access their new online classes from anywhere, expand your creativity and be a master of improv, a skill we all need during these trying times.
Finally, the big question we’re all pondering is “when will l get my vaccine”. Never fear, we now have a calculator to help us figure it out easily online. Jasmine Mah from Omni Calculator joins me to share what inspired her and her co-creator, Steven Wooding to develop the vaccine queue calculator for Canada and how you can access it yourself.
Dr. Mary Bartram from the Mental Health Commission of Canada joins me to share how they are working tirelessly to ensure all Canadians have access to quality mental health care and about programs you can access now!
As we approach a year now of ongoing lockdowns and restricted social gatherings, most of us are feeling a little stir crazy. Travel after all, is an itch that needs to be scratched, but what will that look like in 2021? Maryam Siddiqi, Lifestyle editor at the Globe and Mail, and frequent bird of passage joins me to share her thoughts on how we’ll wander this coming year.
One area we can all admit we have little balance in right now is our binge watching. Have no fear, I’m not here to take it away from you, sometimes balance means doing the things that get you through, and honestly, Bridgerton on Netflix has rescued January for me, but what next? Anne Brodie, our entertainment guru joins me to share the latest releases you won’t want to miss this week.
We all have the same 24 hours in a day, it’s just that some of use are better at utilizing our time. Karma Brown is the author of five bestsellers, and is a reformed night owl. She chased her dream of being an author by allocating just a small portion of her day to writing, and is now sharing her tips for getting what you want, be it better health, pursuing a passion, or advancing your career with The 4% Fix, How One Hour a Day Can Change Your Life.
We all want to smile more in 2021, so now is the time to address the effects stress may have had on our dental health last year. Anaida Deti from DentalX joins me to share the most common problems they are seeing and how to address them.
Finally, adults aren’t the only ones desperately seeking homeostasis, your teenagers want and need some balance in their lives as well. Aly Pain, What She Said’s expert on all things to do with teens joins me to share how you can nudge your adolescents to find some equilibrium of their own.
Women around the world sat up and paid attention recently when Scotland announced that all menstrual products would be free so I talk to Jana Gerdoskis of THE PERIOD PURSE. about the possibility of that happening in Canada, what period poverty is and what’s with that blue fluid on TV commercials anyway?
From periods to period drama, ANNE BRODIE joins me to share details on Viola Davis’s Oscar worthy performance in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom which also features an academy worthy performance from the late Chadwick Boseman. She also has a fun take on a Jane Austen Classic called Modern Persuasion to share plus enough to keep you busy during the holidays!
Love him or hate him, the Elf is Back so I invited the always fun, always practical, Julie Cole to join me to discuss why parents get so wound up about Santa’s little tattletale.
Half way through the school year, a lot of parents (and kids) are giving some serious thought to throwing in the towel this year. I would know, I’m one of them. Stephanie Sewell, an independent education consultant joins me to walk us through what stepping back this year could look like, and where you can start to have the conversation.
Anne Brodie is back for a second segment this week with an exclusive interview with GEORGE CLOONEY from the newly released The Midnight Sky set in a dystopian future and based on the Lily Brooks-Dalton book Good Morning, Midnight.
Finally, to put us in the right mindset as we get ready for a new year, I’m joined by Kara Latta Founder and Chief Fun Officer of The Playful Warrior. Kara wants us all to rediscover the benefits that come from learning to play again, and I think we can all agree that we’ve probably been a little too serious lately.
Jennifer Reynolds, President & CEO of Toronto Finance International. I last spoke with Jennifer in August about the state of affairs for women in the economy, and asked her this week to share the good, the bad, and the ugly four months later. Spoiler alert, there is no good and you’ll want to definitely listen to how this could get uglier.
Moms everywhere are struggling to figure out what to put under the tree this year, with a lot of our usual fallbacks either not relevant or not available. Jaime Damak a popular blogger and radio personality is joining me with a fantastic list of suggestions for the whole family.
Anne Brodie only brought the ladies this week for entertainment with two new releases starring Meryl Streep, a performance so incredible from Drew Barrymore that Anne had to put a call into the publicist to ask if that was really her acting, and a new show on Amazon Prime that will have your heart pounding.
Running a social media account for a public health unit is not for the faint of heart during a pandemic, but the social team at Ottawa Public Health has been garnering recognition from around the globe for their straight forward, fact filled social shares that come with a fantastic sense of humour. I speak with the team lead Kevin Parent about the strategy behind it all.
The one thing many of us are missing this holiday season, are the festive events that typically would keep us hopping in December but thankfully we can find some online like Perfect Pairings. Christina Lupkoski from The Substance Group joins me to share details about this virtual brunch experience you can share with friends and family at a distance.
Finally Carol Rose Goldeneye joins me to share details on her latest book The Narrows of Fear which is a powerful and compelling novel about Aboriginal women reclaiming and celebrating indigenous culture and traditions.
Amanda Alvaro, joins me to help keep us all calm when it comes to the Covid19 vaccine. There are massive logistics to figure out of course, but the bottom line is that we have procured enough vaccines for every Canadian citizen, so let’s all take a deep breath and listen to facts that Amanda brings to the show this week.
What would compel someone to try and make a mark in the cosmetic industry? An industry that’s already brimming with competitors, many of those with deep pockets? Lorelei Hummel from Calli Essentials shares why she felt she had to jump in and start an all natural, nutrient rich skincare line and how she competes with the big players.
Anne Brodie brought me a horror movie this week, and knowing how much I hate horror movies, I knew there must have been a reason she decided to share Freaky starring Vince Vaughan with me. There is, and now I can’t wait to see it. Plus, she has holiday shows to keep us blissfully counting the days until Christmas.
There is a clear link between mind and body when it comes to our health, which means in 2020 we have to be extra attentive to the damage stress could be causing. Andrea Donsky from NaturallySavvy.com joins me to share what stress can do, and the benefits of including pre and probiotics to your diet.
Aly Pain, What She Said’s resident expert on all things to do with teenagers, wants you take a minute to reset expectations with your teens now for the upcoming holiday season, and allow them the space to grieve what they’ll be missing.
Finally, keeping spirits bright this holiday season is going to be challenging with social distancing mandates in effect, a worrisome economy, and loneliness affecting us all which is why invited Dr. Andrea Dinardo to share her best tips for surviving and thriving through holiday 2020.
Dilys D’cruz from Meridian Credit Union joins me to discuss the problems we create with money silence and how to break free from the consequences of not talking about cash flow in our marriages and other relationships. The facts are important when it comes to keeping your smile bright, and Anaida Deti joins me today to bust some myths about baby teeth, seeing the dentist when pregnant, and teeth whitening.
Come all ye faithful will have new meaning this year, as the faithful find new ways to celebrate away from the church. Reverend Daniel Brereton is always a breath of fresh air and joins me to share his perspective and offer some new ways to celebrate the holidays and find peace without a visit to church.
It’s starting to feel a little like Groundhog Day in Canada with the government reacting to increasing virus case loads the same way they did in the spring, which begs the question, have we learned nothing in nine months? Lauren Dobson Hughes, an advocate and consultant specializing in gender, health and rights joins me to discuss what needs to happen so we can stop repeating the same mistakes.
Every week, I feel for certain that Anne Brodie is going to run out of fresh entertainment for us, and every week she shows up with brand new releases and this week is no exception with so many new shows and movies we ran out of time to discuss.
Finally, necessity might be the mother of invention but it can also be the mother of reinvention. In a full circle moment, the iconic Erica Ehm has returned to her roots with her new podcast the Reinvention of the VJ which gets up close and personal with Canadian VJS and finds out where they are now and how they dealt with the jump from TV stardom to new careers.
November is Diabetes Awareness Month and Reba Redmond, a diabetes and mental health advocate from London, Ontario shares some of the realities around living with Type 1 diabetes and shatters a few myths as well.
Aly Pain is back to discuss the issue of your teens privacy and their use of social media. At the heart of the issue is trust building. Aly explains how to start the conversation early, and how to get back on track later in the teen years.
The holidays are just around the corner and if you’re feeling a little unmotivated with holiday baking, Corinna Odorico from Breville Canada joins me to share some sweet ways to still take part in a cookie swap this year and some other very creative ways to use your stand mixer. She also shares details on a hot gift to put under the tree for yourself this year.
Anne Brodie has entertainment that moves from from dark and melancholy with shows like Black Narcissus and The Sound of Metal to light and fluffy with holiday makeovers on Netflix and a new movie with Dolly Parton who is cast as an angel which somehow feels fitting for the woman we all love to love.
Pandemic Pets have been a huge part of 2020 and the need for companionship is high. People everywhere are seeking a pet to call their own, but as we lockdown indoors with them some people will start to suffer allergic reactions, particularly to cat. Stacy Lynn Morley, a Nutritional Communications Manager at Purina joins me to share some tips for finding a pet and making sure you can live with them too!
Finally, Leena Thampan is an outspoken and passionate leader at Wagepoint and has forged a brilliant career in this technology company with absolutely no background in technology and has recently been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 50 executives. We’re always thrilled to share women shattering glass ceilings at What She Said, so make sure you stick around to hear her story!
Allison Venditti is adamant that women do not need another survey, and that the time for action and helping women through this pandemic was yesterday. She joins me to share exactly what companies and the government needs to do to help, and its starts by not asking women to do more work for them.
Anne Brodie is keeping us all going with more movies and tv shows, including two from the beloved Ron Howard this week, a crime thriller with Kevin Costner and Diane Lane called Let Him Go, and The South Westerlies with Orla Brady.
Speaking of screen time, it’s a hot topic and the cause of family battles everywhere. With kids staying home and parents trying to get work done and get dinner on the table, screen time for children and teenagers has skyrocketed and even the experts on the topic are having a hard time coping. Jess Haines, he Co-Director of the Guelph Family Health Study joins me to discuss and to share details on the new CBC Nature of Things Screens Vs. Kids which airs on November 13th at 9pm.
If you’ve ever worried about being called a fraud, or if you have the the skills to deserve the job you have then welcome the Imposter Syndrome Club comprised of 70% of the population. Bibigi Haile is the founder of Speakeasy.work, a career management and personal branding consultancy firm that helps women break free of imposter syndrome and own their voice. She has some solid words of wisdom for women currently questioning their worth.
Aly Pain wants you to know it's not all in your teen's head and how you can develop empathy for them.
Finally, it’s been a long time since we’ve highlighted a Canadian Music artist on What She Said but in the week leading up to Remembrance Day, I’m so happy to share my interview with 14 old Ainsleigh Macinnis who wrote The Hero in You for Master Corporal, Mike Trauner who is a decorated Petawawa Veteran who lost both his legs in Afghanistan in 2008 and is a friend and neighbour to her family. We close the show out with her touching tribute.
Nancie Taylor from Meridian Credit Union joins me to discuss female entrepreneurs in Canada, and how they have been hard hit with Covid19. Nancie joins me with some of the more sobering statistics, but more importantly some concrete steps you can take to keep your cash flow in the positive while you pivot your business plan.
How we communicate was increasingly done online pre-pandemic but in a Covid world, the creep of social media into our everyday lives can’t be ignored. Susie Parker joins me to discuss how social media affects our daily lives including how we relate to each other but also how we shop, work, and even parent.
The kids may not be going from door to door trick or treating, but the candy isn’t going anywhere. In fact, I’d wager parents may be overcompensating in that area just to soothe the burn of a Halloween gone amiss. Anaida Deti, from DentalX here in Vaughan joins me to share the lowdown on doling out those sugary sweets.
Yvonne Apoktetva is an expert on change, and since the change has been constant this year she joins me to share her actionable tips for individuals to drive change in their lives, and to adapt to changes, good and bad, in a way that serves them.
Anne Brodie joins me to share details about the heartwarming new documentary about Jimmy Carter called Jimmy Carter: Rock N Roll President, The Mole Agent, and There She Goes with the inexhaustible David Tennant PLUS a whole slew of scary movies for tonight.
Finally, life with baby is not easy and it can be especially challenging trying to ensure the whole family gets the nutrition they need to stay healthy. Abbey Sharp from Abbey’s Kitchen and Heinz By Nature Ambassador joins me to share her best tips to keep everyone from baby to mom in optimal health.
Erin Kelly, is the President and CEO of Advanced Symbolics Inc. (ASI), a company that uses Artificial Intelligence to augment market research and prediction. ASI’s patented AI, named “Polly” correctly forecast a Trump win in 2016, not to mention Brexit and the last Canadian election. Polly is definitely creating buzz, and you’ll want to hear what she’s predicting for the election south of the border this year as well as what she’s hearing here at home.
Anne Brodie has a whole new list of movies and shows that can’t be missed this week including David Letterman’s third season of My Next Guest Needs No Introduction on Netflix and Radium Girls on VOD.
October is Children’s Vision Month and I’m joined by Dr. Stephanie Dotchin a pediatric ophthalmologist to discuss some of the more common eye problems children might have and what you need to watch for, plus she shares her thoughts on keeping those eyes in top shape with all the extra screen time they’re getting using the 20-20-20 rule.
Amgen Scholars aims to inspire and equip a new generation of health leaders and innovative researchers. Dr. Molly Shoyket and Allysia Chin, a recent graduate from McMaster University and scholarship recipient join me to share how the program works.
Aly Pain, our expert on teen and parent relationships joins me to discuss how to break patterns, and not just your teens but the ones you’ve possibly carried over from your teen years. Thankfully Aly, has a plan for you to start a new path.
Finally, Canadians are falling in love with their own country again as travel restrictions keep us close to home. Unfortunately, a lot of us forget that we still need travel insurance when traveling within our own borders. Nina Desai from Manulife Financial joins me to share a recent survey they conducted and what you need to know about travel insurance in 2020 before you pack your bags.
Michelle Audette, one of the five commissioners of the government's national inquiry into Missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls joins me to discuss her role in that inquiry, what still needs to happen in Canada to improve the lives of the indigenous community, and the recent heartbreaking death of Joyce Echaquan that has put a bright spotlight on systemic racism.
Julie Cole, mom of six and co-founder of Mabels Labels, has already decided her kids can go forth and collect as much candy as they want this Halloween and shares how she came to this decision and why we all should remain judgement free no matter what anyone decides.
Judy Rebick is one of Canada’s most outspoken feminists and has been fighting for the rights of women, minorities and the working class since the 1960s. She is also the focus of a new documentary called Judy Vs Capitalism which is being premiered during the 2020 Rendezvous With Madness Arts Festival this week. She joins me to discuss.
Lori Nikkel wants you to forget every thing you think you know about those best before dates on food, and stop wasting. As the CEO of Second Harvest, Lori wants everyone to know that it’s not food shortages that are the problem but food systems. We have more than enough food to feed everyone, but we need to address the real problems first. This is an enlightening interview everyone needs to hear.
Anne Brodie has reviews of a whole new line up of shows and movies including Totally Under Control, one of the year’s most powerful documentaries which puts the Trump response to the COVID crisis under the microscope and a remastered version of Memories of Murder from the director of last year’s smash Parasite.
Finally, I’m joined by Dr. Jim Withers who has been treating the homeless where they live –under bridges, along riverbanks, and in tent cities. He shares why he sees the street as a classroom for his students, where they learn not only medicine, but humanity and how he’s expanded his program to over 15 cities, including Toronto.
Mariane McGraw director of the second season of You Can’t Ask that on CBC Gem asks all the questions you would feel too awkward to ask yourself.
It’s been a tough year for businesses, so it’s a delight when we get to celebrate a Canadian, women-led business that has seen its sales increase a whopping 77% in the last year. Neetu Godara, is the Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer of SoCIAL LITE Vodka and she joins me to share a little bit of the story behind their success.
Parents have an unspoken expectation that their children are a reflection of their most enlightened selves. All your good qualities on display in a smaller, younger person. When the school calls about a behaviour issue, that expectation gets challenged or shattered. Not only are you feeling caught off guard, your blood pressure rises and you’re already imagining the end of your child’s life at your hands. Before you go off the deep end, take a deep breath and listen to what Aly Pain has to say on the issue.
I’m starting to think that I should re-locate What She Said to Barbados after my interview with Tania Kedikian from DEVELOPMENT COUNSELLORS INTERNATIONAL (DCI), one of the leading consultancy companies in marketing places. Tania is here to inspire us to keep dreaming of travel with a few of their top destinations.
Anne Brodie joins me to share details on Percy, a new film with Christopher Walken as the lead that chronicles the true story of Percy Schmeiser a Canadian organic canola farmer who stood up to American agrochemical and agricultural biotechnology corporation Monsanto and won. Plus The Right Stuff, a new series from Disney and more great shows to fill your time.
Suddenly finding yourself a widow is heartbreaking and challenging at the best of times. Under the umbrella of Covid, it can be especially difficult. Susan Kendal, has been through it and is here to help guide and inspire women through one of life’s greatest hardships with her new group Evolve for Widows.
Tiffany Moyer from Kal Tire joins me to share the importance of getting your tires on now, and what to look for if you didn’t bother removing them from your car over the summer. Dr. Kim Hellemans from Carleton University joins me to share some of her research looking at mental health among youth, and what she’s seeing, especially with social media use among young women in particular.
You’ll have a tough time deciding what to watch next after hearing Anne Brodie’s entertainment reviews this week including The Trial of Chicago 7 on Netflix with Sacha Baron Cohen as Abbe Hoffman. Plus two new ones on Apple Plus TV and free documentaries from the National Film Board of Canada. Anna Epp is determined to boost women’s confidence and have them embrace their new beauty with her 50 over 50 photography project. She joins me to share what inspired her to start this.
Human trafficking is not just something that happens overseas, but very often in our own backyard. Tamara Cherry is a crime reporter who for years heard the heartbreaking details from victims first hand. She has written a book called All the Bumpy Pebbles to help shine a light on this very real problem. Anita Volkilis is committed to transforming the separation and divorce narrative to something positive and empowering. Now that’s something we need to hear more about.
Dilys D'Cruz from Meridian Credit Union has some solid tips for navigating the post-divorce world of rebuilding credit, qualifying for mortgages, and other added financial burdens for the newly single lady.
Aly Pain, What She Said’s own retired teenager is back and today she’s helping us differentiate between motivating your teen and nagging them to death.
Anne Brodie is exhausted from a couple of weeks of TIFF but she made it this week with a huge list of absolute can’t miss shows and movies from the sublime to the ridiculous.
Orange Shirt Day has been around since 2013 and still many do not know the meaning behind the day. Alison Tedford, an Indigenous freelance writer and marketing consultant based out of Abbotsford, BC joins me to share the story behind the orange shirt, the long term impacts of the residential schools and how to get involved.
Anaida Deti the owner of DentalX a full dental office in Vaughan joins me to share how to fix that bad breath behind the mask and when you should be concerned.
Finally, Canadians flocked to TikTok this past spring in an attempt to counter the boredom that lockdown brought. Six months later, many of have gathered a few hundred followers and found a community. Kris Collins however, known as @kallmekris on TikTok, went from zero to 4.8 million followers and shows no sign of slowing down. She joins me to share a bit of her surreal journey from hairdresser to TikToker.
Dr. Andrea Gonzalez, the lead author of the Ontario Parent Survey joins me to share some of the jaw-dropping results of her study that was conducted in May and June of this year.
If you’re looking for your next great read, you won’t want to miss my interview with Marci Warhaft who joins me to share details on the release of her new book: The Good Stripper: A Soccer Mom’s Memoir of Loss, Lies and Lap Dances.
Canadians now have an incredible new way to treat major depressive disorder that is non-invasive and medication-free. Dr. Steiner joins me to discuss the benefits of BrainsWay’s Deep TMS approach and how it can help you.
We are living in the age of protest, and many parents want their children to show up and speak up for issues that matter to them. How to do that safely though, especially during this pandemic is the challenge. Samantha Kemp Jackson joins me to share some of the tips she shared in a recent article in Today’s Parent.
Anne Brodie is joining me to share an exclusive interview she has with Noomi Rapace and Joel Kinnaman from The Secrets We Keep. Plus two absolutely can’t miss premieres on Netflix.
Finally, if you’ve been struggling with the quarantine15, my next guest wants you step off the hamster wheel of crazy diets and fads. Randa Derkson joins me to share why she wrote her new e-book Real Life: The No Deprivation Nutrition Guide.
Elizabeth Manley shares her story and how in doing so has helped pave the way for others to step out from the shadows and seek help without shame, as well as details on Run for Women. Aly Pain joins me as a regular contributor to help parents and teens be stronger together. Alex Thom started making masks in the early days of the pandemic as a way to help friends and family stay safe, but her grassroots business Clippo has exploded in popularity lately and I think you’ll love her cheeky and compassionate business model. Is it appropriation or appreciation? That can be a difficult concept to grasp, but I think after you hear my segment with Amy Willer from Moonstone Creation you’ll know the difference and be ready to rock some incredible native fashion this fall. Anne Brodie is off to the entertainment races with the kick off of TIFF, and she’s more than a little irritated with some of the theatres. She also has reviews of TIFF movies, and new releases that you won’t want to miss this week.who’s the boss? YOU'RE the boss of course, especially after you hear my interview with Jocelyn Morin-Nurse who joins me to share the key differences between being A Boss Leader And A Bossy Leader.
The stakes are high when women don't return to work. I speak with Jennifer Reynolds from Toronto Finance International joins me to discuss. Why you should rely on your intuition with Lynn Nicholls. Anne Brodie shares the latest on TIFF, and a review of Mulan. Collaborative Law is the future of divorce. Anna-Maria Musson shares why. Erica Ehm joins me to share information on MusiCounts. Finding a balance between motivation and burnout with Kelly Bos.
Dr. Michael O'Connor joins me to share the signs and symptoms of VKC, a rare childhood eye condition parents needs to be aware of. Dr. Natasha Sharma's mission is to make emotional health and personal self-development mainstream, and joins me to share how The Kindness Journal can help. Anne Brodie has an exclusive interview with Rachelle Lefevre from The Sounds, plus Bill and Ted Face The Music, and Tenet. Canada's Money Coach Judith Cane is the voice of reason and has some advice that we could all hear right now when it comes to our finances. Is homeschooling on your 2020 Bingo Card? Stephanie Sewell has some great tips for parents taking the plunge this fall. Jason D'Rocha shares why he wrote, My Mom, My Superhero and women everywhere may be asking their partners where their book is because of it!
Lisa Selin Davis talks about her new book Tomboy, The Surprising History and Future of Girls who Dare to be Different. Anne Brodie joins me with this week’s new releases and an interview with Enuka Okuma from Netflix’s The Sleepover as well as her thoughts on the emotional and beautiful Summerland and Amazon Prime’s new teen romantic series Chemical Hearts. The future of food is definitely interesting, and Lauren Keegan, CEO of Entomo Farms which specializes in the farming of crickets thinks you might love the protein benefits of crickets. Apryl Munro, who is half of the duo that makes up This Kinda Life, joins me to share some of her best tips for taking care of yourself with New Roots Herbal. Dwania Peele from Canadian Small Business Women (CSBW)joins me now to discuss how they are helping women stay in business. Canadians having been planking the curve and spreading a contagion of kindness helping each other. Heather Down started collecting kindness stories from across Canada and compiled them all in her book Not Cancelled which she talks about with me today.
I interview Elizabeth May, the parliamentary leader of the Green Party of Canada and Member of Parliament representing the southern Vancouver Island riding of Saanich-Gulf Islands. One of Canada’s most respected environmentalists and with over a decade of experience navigating politics, she is also a model for women who want to jump into a life of public service. Anne Brodie joins me with reviews of Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run and Unhinged. Carolyn Ray from JourneyWoman joins me to share the results of a recent survey she conducted and some thoughts on travel in our own backyard. Hilary Bergsieker, Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Waterloo discusses the resistance to mask wearing and how to change minds without shaming. Finally Brian Warren and Michelle Wray from Start2Finish join me to share the impact of this incredible non-profit for kids at risk.
This week I interview Salma Al-Rashid, the Women 20 Sherpa for the year of Saudi Arabia’s Presidency of the G20 and the effects of this pandemic on women globally and why we need to be at the table for a our economic recovery. On a lighter note, Lisa Selin Davis shares her thoughts on Zoom wearing down women's self-confidence. Anne Brodie shares an interview with Lesley Chilcott, the producer of Helter Skelter: An American Myth and why the story you might know is not accurate. Getting girls BEFORE their confidence is shaken with societal expectations is We are Girl Strong's mission. I speak with founder Yollanda Zhang about the importance of her non-profit in young girls lives. Are you managing time or energy? Dr. Andrea Dinardo, a psychology professor and TEDX speaker, shares a way to effectively manage your whole life by knowing what depletes you. And incredible science coming out of Ottawa, shares findings on the birth control pill and brain development in adolescence. I interview Nafissa Ismail from OttawaU on this study.
Women have more economic clout than ever before. In fact, they are on track to control nearly half the financial wealth in Canada by 2026. Dilys D'Cruz from Meridian Credit Union joins me to share what women really want from their financial advisors. Cat Coode, an expert in cybersecurity and data privacy joins me to share her thoughts on what you should keep and what you should definitely delete when it comes to digital. Anne Brodie keeps bringing the goods and this week she shares her thoughts on one show you absolutely should avoid and several you’ll want to to carve out some time for. Corinna Odorico from Breville Canada joins me to share the details on their new multifunctional kitchen appliance and why it deserves a piece of real estate on your counter. Joan DelFattore has been writing about living single in a couples-oriented culture since 2014 and joins me to share some of her findings. Leah Zaidi, an awarding futurist and a Senior Associate at the Future Today Institute joins me to share some thoughts on what’s next in our post-covid world.
Jackie Gillard joins me to discuss an article she recently wrote for the Washington Post Why Everyone Needs to Know More about Menopause - especially now. Anne Brodie joins me to discuss Hamilton, Trigonometry and more. Mahad Shahzad shares the heartwarming story of how he started the charity Chatting to Wellness to combat loneliness amongst seniors pre-Covid, and how it’s grown exponentially since. Angella Bennett from Visit Jamaica joins me to share the new protocols in place to keep tourists and locals safe during the pandemic while enjoying a bucket list vacation. Aly Pain talks teens and meets them in their space, TikTok. Avi Magidsohn is a Black trans man who has been happily in love with his partner Lainie for 19 years, and is the father to two adopted blacks sons. He shares some of his story with us.
Laura Walton, President of CUPEs Ontario School Board Council of Unions that represents 55,000 education workers joins me to discuss what the return to school might look like. Grenada Dreaming and learning more about the Spice Island for those who are making travel plans in anticipation of vacations being given the green light. Christine McPhail from The Hopewell Eating Disorder Support Centre joins me to discuss emotional eating. Yashy Murphy from Parenting To Go shares some creative and fun ways to keep kids under 12 busy all summer long without breaking the bank or losing your sanity. Seanna Thomas from Hockey snacks joins me to share some smart swaps and a challenge the whole family can participate in.
Meet Antoinetta Boticelli who was a diabetic who couldn't tie her own shoes in 2016 and has since lost 140 pounds and inspires others to live their best life. Speakers, authors, and nationally featured experts, Julie Freedman Smith and Gail Bell of Parenting Power share how to be the best parent you can be for the longest summer break ever. Heather Greenwood Davis talks about her National Geographic article that focuses on raising anti-rascist kids. Ruth Goba and Nana Yanful from the Black Legal Action Centre in Toronto share how they are helping Black Ontarians and Anne Brodie interviews Bryce Dallas Howard about her first documentary Dads.
Dr. Katy Kamkar is joins me to share the signs of PTSD in front line workers, some tips for prevention, and what we can expect in the months to come. How a small support group started in Ottawa has exploded in popularity across the country with The Single Moms Buddy Club. Laughter is the best meditation! Comedian Carla Collins joins me to discuss her stress relieving program called Comic Meditation. This week's best bets in entertainment. Canadian Women and Sports joins me to discuss why girls are leaving sports activities in record numbers. Finally, a revisit of a childhood autoimmune disease on the rise called PANDAS.
I revisit three of my favourite interviews this year which include an interview with Amanda Jette Knox and her wife Zoe and their story, that Amanda shared in Love Lives Here. An interview with Reverend Daniel, and openly gay priest from the Anglican Church of Canada. Travel trends to know about when travel opens up again. How to date in the age of physical distancing, and all the best new entertainment releases with Anne Brodie including an interview with RJ Cutler.
Getting your financial paperwork in order with Francine Dick, identifying your core erotic feeling with Dr. Jess, protecting your skin with Dr. Julia Carroll, connecting with Mother Earth in gardening this summer with Cheney Creamer, and what's new in entertainment with Anne Brodie.
How to keep your financial buckets full during COVID19, small business owners can take advantage of a FREE online summit, the "adopt, don't shop" trend when it comes to rescue dogs, going deep with Anne Brodie for entertainment, and travel dreams with The Islands of Tahiti.
I speak with Wendy Cukier from the Gun Control Coalition in Canada and what to say to gun supporters who say it's not enough, how pharmacogenetics with Inagene Diagnostics is changing the way we take our medicine, Anne Brodie has inspiration and intrigue in this week's entertainment, Robin Alter a clinical psychologist with The Psychology Foundation shares how are kids are stressing during this time and how we can help, and finally, Andrea Gunraj from the Canadian Women's Foundation joins me to discuss how this pandemic is especially cruel to women.
Where addicts and those recovering from addiction can turn during COVID19 with Julie Eldson Height, the latest #1 best-seller from Oakville author Karma Brown, chasing a bed and breakfast dream with Theresa Albert, looking at the good and bad for the environment during COVID19 with Dr. Anastasia Lintner, living and thriving with a terminal cancer diagnosis with Renee Kaiman Levy, and the latest from Anne Brodie in entertainment.
Nadine Araksi Silverthorne talks co-parenting in a pandemic, Linda Stuart shares some of the new norms of how we grieve, a new writing workshop online for kids, this week's latest movies and shows with Anne Brodie, best practices for working at home with Dr. Claudia Machiella from the Wellness Prescription, and knowing when the easy way is the best way with Lara Wellman.
What to expect when you're expecting during COVID19, the stress of quaranteens, the latest with Anne Brodie for Saturday Night at the movies, decorating your home while maintaining physical distancing, and what to watch for if your teens are being groomed or are in involved in sex trafficking.
I get some sound advice from Nancie Taylor from Meridian Credit Union, chat with Mark Stolow from Huddol about a brand new initiative to help caregivers FOR FREE during COVID, homeschooling tips for reluctant parents, a behind the scenes look at Sunwing's repatriation efforts, making the most of your pantry, and the best in entertainment to keep boredom at bay with Anne Brodie.
Food banks have only a seven to ten day supply of food left on the shelves, and an increased demand is straining the system. We discuss how to help with Food Banks of Canada. Why sleep will keep you physically and mentally fit during this crisis. The impact of caregiving on our youth and more.
Laurel Crossley joins me to discuss how women can keep calm in a chaotic world, Amy Coupal from Ontario Caregivers Organization discusses the importance of supporting our 3.3 million caregivers, Lisa Thornbury shares her parent's experience with COVID-19, and Anne Brodie with the latest and some of the greatest shows to watch in isolation.
We celebrate women every day at What She Said, but just a little bit more on International Women's Day. Welcoming Amanda Alvaro, Allie Pearse, Dawn Rebel Levine, Rachel Rupranine!
Never fear if you've never learned to sew, you still have time. How to keep kids busy over spring break without breaking the bank. Honing our empathy skills with the Queen of Empathy and more.
How one woman is making a difference for people with intellectual and physical disabilities, why it's never too late to save for retirement, the tragic story of a family losing a loved one to bedsores, the latest at the movies, and Toronto pop ban Featurette.
A divorce case in Ottawa has Amber and I speculating if the husband is telling the truth or not, Leslie Hughes joins me to discuss the power of LinkedIn, Ava Scaccia a Juno Nominee sings in studio for us, and more!
Rebecca Eckler talks about her book Blissfully Blended Bullshit, Dilys D'Cruz shares when it might be good to dip into you RRSP, rapper Han Han, and more!
Dr. Dina Kulik talks us off the ledge where coronavirus is concerned, Dila Rustamova shares her mad embroidery skills with us, Anne Brodie and Candace square off over the battle of the pops docs. Are you a Belieber or a Swiftie?
Interviews include a talk with a fitness expert about the self-love movement, why January is the busiest month for separations, the reasons behind the Ontario Teachers strike, entertainment, and how to make changes stick with Emergo Recovery.
Interviews include Amanda Jette Knox and Zoe Knox, Bradie Weikle, Susan Kenney, Anne Brodie, and Christine Bentley.