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Imposter SistersS3 Finale - Episode 17: Laughter, Tears, and the Ultimate Showdown – A Love Letter to Season 3 ❤️Can you believe it’s the end of Season 3?!? This season brought us meaningful discussions about grief, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome, as well as explorations of what it means to navigate chaos both online and in our daily lives. We’ve had unforgettable moments, like the joy of hosting an episode while Colleen was anxiously awaiting news of becoming a Grandma, discussing the ups and downs of life in the spotlight and soul-stirring conversations about inclusion, grief and loss and everything in between. As we tie a bow (or maybe a few layers of duct tape) a...2025-06-1743 min
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 16 - The Overcommitment Chronicles with Alix & ColleenAs we approach the end of the season - can you believe our season finale is in 2 weeks?!? we are diving into something that seems to systematically amp up imposter syndrome...overcommitting. 😪 Is it people-pleasing? A need for external validation? Or just sheer delusion that tomorrow might just have more than 24 hours? Whatever the cause, in this week's episode, we're not only talking about the reasons why we're prone to overextend ourselves, we’re also exploring the hidden costs that come along with it. Because, overcommitting isn’t just a scheduling nightmare—it’s an imposter syndrome amplifier. Wh...2025-06-0349 min
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 15 - Creative Confidence with Make It Like MegsIn our 15th episode, we sit down with Megan - better known as Megs from @makeitlikemegs - whose journey from airline worker and realtor to full-time content creator is filled with creativity, resilience, and a whole lot of DIY spirit.Megs shares how a love of thrifting, a background in real estate, and a passion for sweat-equity home projects led her to documenting her home renovation journey on Instagram. What started as a side project during her Dartmouth fixer-upper has now grown into a thriving online brand with over 100k followers, collaborations with HGTV, Kent Building Supplies...2025-05-2048 min
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 14 - From Spreadsheets to Spotlights with Sara CorkumIn our 14th episode, we sit down with Sara Corkum, whose inspiring journey took her from finance director to dance studio owner.Sara explains that after years climbing the corporate ladder within several senior finance roles, everything changed for her in the middle of the night, while rocking her sleepless toddler when a seemingly outlandish idea sparked: Why not start a dance studio? What began as an idea born of passion and necessity has turned into a thriving business with hundreds of students. We delve into Sara's impressive juggling act, where she tells us how s...2025-05-0659 min
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 13 - Doing it Scared with Kayla ShortIn Episode 13 of the Imposter Sisters podcast, we dive deep into the world of fashion, style, and the courage to be yourself with the ever-charming and insightful Kayla Short. Known for her fearless approach to fashion and her boldness in self-doubt head-on, Kayla unveils the layers of self-discovery and confidence she has had to wade through and cultivate as an influencer and content creator. We share a few of our own anecdotes and confessions while chatting about the shared journey of overcoming the whispered doubts of not being good enough.Despite her vibrant and confident pu...2025-04-221h 01
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 12 - The Lens of Loss: Imposter Syndrome & Grief with Ruvi MugaraThis week, we take a bit of a different approach with this emotionally resonant episode where we dive into the unexpected ways that grief impacts our sense of self with Ruvi Mugara. In this episode, Ruvi bravely talks to us about the very recent and traumatic loss of her mother and how she is navigating her life as a mother, partner, family member, friend & professional through loss. We discuss the profound and often unexpected ways that the loss of a loved one can change us, the intense and sudden nature of grief and the therapeutic approaches that h...2025-04-0859 min
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 11 - The WFH Roller CoasterSure, meetings can happen as you lounge in slippers, but what about the challenges that come without the structure of an office?Join us in Episode 11 of The Imposter Sisters Podcast as we swap corporate chic for cozy comfort and kiss those gridlock commutes goodbye. As we swap tales from the front lines of remote work, we chat about the complex reality of a home office and the feelings of self doubt that can accompany feelings of isolation and near constant distraction. In this co-host chat, we open up about the solitude that can creep i...2025-03-2527 min
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 10 - Capturing Confidence with Nicole LapierreWe’re all guilty of having thousands of photos on our phones—snapshots of moments, memories, and let’s be honest, a few too many selfies. But how often do we stop and think about the art of photography? The way a single image can tell a story, capture an emotion, or even shift the way we see ourselves?In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented Nicole Lapierre, a fine art photographer who has built a career capturing the essence of people, places, and moments. But her journey wasn’t a straight path - s...2025-03-111h 08
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 9 - From Beginner to Bad Ass with Stephanie BrownIn this heartwarming and hilariously honest episode, we chat about all things weddings and the wedding industry...with our very special guest, Stephanie Brown, from Sky's The Limit Event Management. We kick off the conversation with a trip down memory lane, sharing personal anecdotes from our own weddings– the good, the bad, and the dress regrets. #IYKYK. But, we quickly learn that no matter the vision or budget, the journey to "I Do" is as unique as a fingerprint, and sometimes just as complicated.With over 15 years in the business, Stephanie has seen it all and...2025-02-2542 min
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 8 - Embracing The 'No Fear', New YearAnnnnnd....we're back! We dusted off our mics and shook off the holiday fog to bring you Episode 8, fresh off an extended January breather – which, let’s be honest, was a bit more extended than we initially planned, but perhaps the perfect way to sum up this episode...where we are giving ourselves (and everyone else) permission for a slower, less scripted start to the new year.In this episode, we dive headfirst into the catch-22 of New Year’s resolutions, imposter syndrome, and the realities of setting and (not) keeping those well-intended beginnings. Which...2025-02-1137 min
Self(ish) Confidence[262] [INTERVIEW] Embracing Authenticity, Imposter Syndrome + Self Discovery w/ Imposter Sisters, Colleen O'Dea and Alix RobinsonEver wondered how authenticity can break barriers and transform lives? Join me, Jess, as I chat with the fabulous Alix and Colleen from the Impostor Sisters. We unwrap Colleen’s epic journey from stay-at-home mom to influential social media marketer and dive into her new chapter as a grandmother. Meanwhile, Alex takes us through her thrilling transition from a business degree to a vibrant career in marketing, where creativity reigns supreme. Together, we uncover how their friendship turned into a powerhouse collaboration, sparking the creation of their podcast and helping them face down imposter syndrome with unyielding support and lau...2025-01-2046 min
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 7 - Authenticity is a Superpower with Alicia McCarvellIn this inspiring and candid episode, we sit down with Alicia McCarvell, content creator, storyteller, and with over 7 million followers across a variety of platforms, our first celebrity guest!This episode is packed with humour, heart, and practical wisdom about showing up as yourself, setting boundaries, and finding strength in your relationships — both online and in real life.We chat with Alicia about a variety of topics including:✨ Imposter Syndrome: How it tends to hit when she’s stepping into something new and exciting - a signal that she’s in the right space, pu...2024-12-171h 12
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 6 - 'Climbing Cringe Mountain' with Jess & Becca from Alben Lane Candle Co.In this fun and insightful episode, we sit down with lifelong besties Jess and Becca, the dynamic duo behind Alben Lane Candle Co. These two brilliant women have built a thriving business together, winning numerous awards and landing on many "must-watch" lists, all while navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.Jess and Becca share their journey of chasing the dream of running a business together - from the wins and losses to the expectations they place on themselves and face from others. As they discuss their experience with Imposter Syndrome, we explore how both identify with...2024-12-0354 min
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 5 - Exploring the connection between ADHD and Imposter SyndromeThis week on Imposter Sisters, Alix and Colleen take a different approach - no guest, just the two of us diving into a topic that’s deeply personal. With both of us recently diagnosed with ADHD, we’re opening up about how it intersects with imposter syndrome.In this episode, we explore how ADHD contributes to imposter syndrome, starting with executive function challenges. We also touch on difficulty accepting positive feedback, negative self-talk, delayed or abandoned goals, feelings of overwhelm, inconsistent performance, and the ever-present fear of failure and a few of the common misconceptions about ADHD that...2024-11-1935 min
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 4 - Finding Purpose Through Mental Health, Family, and Creativity with Martina KeladesIn this inspiring episode, we sit down with Martina Kelades, a mental health advocate, podcast host and actress, whose journey is as impactful as it is diverse. Martina opens up about her early career dedicated to helping others, which soon evolved into a personal commitment to mental health advocacy when she faced her own challenges of overwhelm and burnout. Supported by her family, she took a step back to rest and realign, which led her down a path of self-discovery, renewed purpose, and a deeper commitment to lifting up others.Martina shares how she found...2024-11-0559 min
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 3 - There's no Prescription for Life with Thanh PhungIn Episode 3 of Season 3 of the Imposter Sisters Podcast, we engage with the inspiring Thanh Phung as she takes us through her remarkable transition from pharmacist to the renowned digital creator behind Love and Sundays. Thanh candidly shares her experiences moving from a traditional career path into a pioneering digital role, all while grappling with imposter syndrome.During the episode, Thanh offers personal insights into the complexities of growing up in a rural town as an immigrant, the challenge of balancing family duties with personal goals, and how her adult diagnosis of ADHD has impacted both her...2024-10-2251 min
Imposter SistersS3 - Episode 2 - The Perfect Storm - Menopause, Fitness, The Internet and Imposter SyndromeIn our second episode of the season, we chat with Shaina Falcone about her multifaceted journey as a menopause coach, fitness educator, and emerging influencer in the digital fitness space. Shaina tells us about her internal struggles with imposter syndrome, especially as she stepped into the role of an influencer within the fitness industry. Despite her vast knowledge and dedication to supporting women, the fear of not being "enough" or the doubt in her expertise occasionally clouded her confidence. When the pandemic forced many in the fitness industry to rethink their delivery methods, Shaina turned th...2024-10-0848 minImposter SistersS3 - Episode 1 - Getting to the Root of it!In this episode, Alix and Colleen dive deep into the root causes of Imposter Syndrome. We break down what causes Imposter Syndrome and chat about how it sneaks into our everyday lives. From self-doubt to societal pressures, we explore where these feelings originate and how they impact us.It’s perfect timing to be discussing this as we both feel a little intimidated and overwhelmed by trying something new - recording in a professional studio for the first time! We're excited to be partnering with BNV Media this season to take the podcast to the next level. Fo...2024-09-2446 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 20 - The Ultimate Speed Round Show Down Season FinaleWe close our second season with The Ultimate Speed Round Show Down as we dip into our box of questions and seek to share a little more about ourselves!In this episode you'll find a few laughs, a few touching moments, a great many surprises, a few things you likely already know... but mostly, just Alix and Colleen being completely themselves. A HUGE THANK YOU to all of you who've listened and cheered us on throughout Season 2. We've renewed ourselves for a third season (starting up in September) so if you'd like to join us...2024-06-1833 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 19 - Jess Clerke - Ultimate Hype GirlOn this episode of Imposter Sisters we chat with fellow podcaster Jess Clerk about her “Year of Confidence” project, its impact on her journey, and how she transformed into the ultimate hype girl. Inspired by Shonda Rhimes's "Year of Yes", Jess created the "Year of Confidence" project to try new things, find who she was... what made her Jess. When the year was up, she realized she wasn't done and with everything she'd learned in that 365 days... she simply kept on going with the solid knowledge that she no longer needed to be perfect... and had so much...2024-06-0454 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 18 - Ann-Marie Flinn - Finding the Champion in YouAnn-Marie Flinn is an Empowerment Coach working with women and organizations around mindset, performance, and well-being to create a “champion mindset”! We chatted about Ann-Marie’s struggles with Imposter Syndrome, how she often “plays the small game”, how we so often compare ourselves to others, our fears of judgement, our backgrounds and how those backgrounds affect so many of our choices in our lives, dealing with perfectionism… PLUS, tips for pushing ourselves through our negative feelings while working to not own the responses of other people. Just one of the interesting topics in this episode is all around...2024-05-2139 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 17 - Michelle McCann - Unravelling it AllLiving in Truro with her one-eyed chihuahua, Michelle McCann has embraced small town living like a champ.Owner of Bold and Italic, Michelle is a marketing and social media entrepreneur. Because of the similarities in our careers, the three of us had a fabulous chat about working in this digital landscape including social media frustrations and the imposter syndrome that goes along with it.We chatted about the community that social media provides us and the friendships we’ve gained from those on-line connections. A community we’ve all relied on during tough times in our...2024-05-071h 10
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 16 - Live Recording with Dr. Ashley MargesonWhat do salsa dancing, treading water, traffic lights, banking, and white space have in common? Well... Dr. Ashley and the absolute best analogies imaginable! Dr. Ashley Margeson, a naturopathic doctor with Cornerstone Naturopathic and podcaster at The Superwoman Code, joined us on the mic for our second Imposter Roster live recording and networking event. With over two dozen audience members in attendance (you can hear their muffled laughter at times), Dr. Ash kept the room captivated with her knowledge on women’s health and her ability to make it all understandable. In this episode we spend...2024-04-231h 06
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 15 - Bonus Episode - Cs The Day!For International Women's Day, the Imposter Sisters were invited to host a conversation about Imposter Syndrome, finding our voices, and speaking up. The presentation was so well received that we decided to do a Bonus Episode to chat about what we've discovered from our guests (and ourselves) since starting this podcast. Not only that, but we've turned our presentation into a self-led course and we welcome you to sign up! Well... we welcome you to sign up for our email list so when we finally have it all put together, we'll send you the information!!! ...2024-04-0923 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 14 - Carrie Faulkner - Simply GlowingCarrie Faulkner met with us mere hours before she was heading out on vacation... and we're thrilled she took the time. This positive, smiley, cheerful woman arrived for our episode, absolutely glowing... and not just because her skin is FANTASTIC!Carrie is on career #3 and as the owner of Bello Day Spa, she loves working with women to help them find their confidence and in turn, is finding more confidence in her personal and professional life day-by-day. We chat about stepping out of your comfort zone, feeling judged online, filters, skin care, make-up, hype girls, b...2024-03-2646 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 13 - Ashley McInnis - Recovering Single MomAshley McInnis calls herself a ''Recovering Single Mom." At 22, she had her first child. Now, this mom of three boys (a 15 year old and two babes under 3), Ashley chats about the struggles around people pleasing and when Imposter Syndrome first appeared in her life... which was basically when she became a Mom! As an Imposter Syndrome "Soloist", Ashley wants to "do it all" in an effort to prove to others, and herself, that she can... something she's working on!While pregnant with her third child, Ashley was let go from her job and quickly made t...2024-03-121h 00
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 12 - Chanelle Jefferson - Connecting through ArtChanelle Jefferson is a beautiful soul! On this week's episode of Imposter Sisters, we chat with Chanelle about her life as an artist and how she came to be both a full-time artist and an Energy Mind and Emotions Practitioner. In this episode we talk about self-discipline, pushing yourself as a creative person, childhood trauma, gratitude, bravery, sitting in the uncomfortable and the value of art. Channelle counsels through her retreats, events, community support and one-on-one sessions. She is a gentle, intelligent, and fascinating woman who clearly has a gift she's been called to share.2024-02-2747 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 11 - Holly Clarke - Community BuilderIf you follow Holly's Housewife Life online, you're well aware that content creator, Holly Clarke, is the ultimate community builder! In this episode, we chat with Holly about her decision to put full-time work as a letter carrier on hold to raise her family, how she's thrown herself into volunteer work with her family, and whether or not she'll return to work as her leave-of-absence is nearing an end. We dove in talking about Holly's diagnosis of ADHD in her late 20s, how both Imposter Syndrome and ADHD affect each aspect of her life, how she wants t...2024-02-1342 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 10 - Krista Smith - Spreading ConfettiKrista Smith is a former elementary school teacher turned coach turned web designer turned StoryBrand Certified Marketing Guide! Currently, she serves women over 40 who want to make the moves to have a thriving online business.Krista is a single mom who enjoys her life with her daughter and her 7-year-old springer spaniel, Riley. She's curious, optimistic, and lives for supporting and elevating other women (Krista, not Riley. Riley is mostly known for his adorable bum wiggle!) In this episode, Krista shares with us the biggest reason why she is who she is! We chatted about w...2024-01-3053 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 9 - Alicia Simms - Have Trailer Will TravelIf you attended “The Imposter Roster”, our live podcast and networking event, you know that Alicia Simms is a ROCK STAR!Alicia is the Founder and CEO of Rolling Sea Tattooery, Truro Buzz Media and Promotions, and Secret Nova Scotia. She and her husband, Tyson, are also co-producers and hosts of Trailer Travels on Eastlink Community TV.In this episode we chat about Alicia’s business endeavours, her life in Truro, and how she’s currently living in an airstream trailer with plans for hitting the road!As a SuperHuman and Perfectionist, Alicia talks ab...2024-01-161h 03
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 8 - A Very Special Imposter Holiday EpisodeDoes December overwhelm you? Do you find the holidays a struggle at times? Are you feeling a little less than joyful and wondering if others feel the same? On this Holiday Episode of Imposter Sisters, Alix and Colleen dig into the ups and downs of the season. We chat about the magic we strive for, the expectations we have difficulty meeting, and the letdown and disappointment when those expectations fall short. We talk about family dynamics, being alone and/or being with too many people, negative triggers, splitting the holidays after a divorce, dealing with death and gr...2023-12-1937 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 7 - Nicole Myles Brook - Trusting her IntuitionSerial entrepreneur and doer of cool things, Nicole Myles Brook joins us at the Mic. As the 1st female president of a 78 year old business, Nicole chats about how this position came to be and how the role has changed her as she fought through thoughts around both nepotism and imposter syndrome.Nicole talks about bringing your “whole self” to the role, her fears around failure (especially during the pandemic), her learning curve to get into this position, and how proud she is that she bet on herself. Along with her position as President of Big E...2023-12-0551 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 6 - DeeDee Morris - Chasing the MagicDeeDee Morris tells a story with her photography… and it’s not by accident. She spends time with her subjects prior to putting them in front of the lens so both their authenticity and her magic shine through.In our latest episode of Imposter Sisters, we chat with DeeDee about her craft, her creativity, and her parenthood journey. Self-categorized as Imposter Syndrome's “Natural Genius”, DeeDee discusses how difficult it is to NOT get things perfect the first time. And how she’s pushing herself to try creative projects other than photography - to allow herself room to grow.2023-11-2145 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 5 - Sam Madore - From Self Sabotage to Self Advocate and beyond.It’s not surprising that Sam’s last name rhymes with adore because we absolutely adore her!! In this week’s episode of Imposter Sisters, we chat with Sam, podcaster at Let Me Overthink About It”, on mental illness, podcasting, entrepreneurship, PMDD, “playing the victim”, comparing yourself to others, being hard on yourself, the difference between men and women, speaking up for yourself, ageing, and self sabotage to name a few things! Categorizing herself as a perfectionist, Sam is open, vulnerable, warm and completely authentic. Sam loves reading, writing and long walks on the beach! :) She allows herself to fe...2023-11-0753 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 4 - Gabby Chan - Finding Happiness amongst the ChaosGabby Chan loves going on dates whether it’s a night out with her finance, a fun time out with friends, or a lunch date with her parents… so, sharing about food, restaurants, and places to visit just happened naturally for Gabby. While she shares on her own page, she also spent a few months running the Date Night Halifax account (which she’s recently moved on from.)When not sharing on line with the love of her life, Gabby is a cardiac care nurse who is deeply devoted to her patients. Nursing and helping others comes natura...2023-10-2445 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 3 - Erica Thompson - The Importance of CommunityOn this episode of Imposter Sisters, Alix brings another family member to the mic as we introduce you to her sister, Erica Thompson. Erica lives in the NWT and is an award winning educator and consultant working with Indigenous Youth. Erica has certainly felt Imposter Syndrome through the years. In the early days of teaching, she knew she didn’t know everything she needed to know as anyone new to a teaching career would feel. She found her place creating innovative and amazing land-based programs for her students and in 2017, was awarded The Prime Minister’s Award for T...2023-10-1054 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 2 - Jen Warrington - Playing by Her Own Rules - Part IIWelcome back for Part II of our conversation with Jen Warrington, owner of The Fusion Group, who joins us at the mic to talk about how she “figured it out" and created a career that she's truly proud of.**********The Imposter Sisters podcast is hosted by two self-proclaimed "fake it 'til you make it" experts, Colleen O’Dea and Alix Robinson, as they discuss and analyze the ups and downs of feeling like frauds while navigating through their professional and personal lives!Please enjoy and be sure to share with the imposters in your life...2023-09-2657 min
Imposter SistersS2 - Episode 1 - Jen Warrington - Playing by Her Own Rules - Part IJen Warrington, owner of The Fusion Group, joins us at the mic to talk about how she “figured it out" and created a career that she's truly proud of.Our convo starts with being sport’s moms and raising children then moved into chatting about Jen’s life as a career recruiter with The Fusion Group… helping people find their path from their passions.We chatted about “formal education”, assumptions we make about other people's’ lives and the baggage they carry, the experience we gain simply from living, what determines “success”, the pressure to choose the “right path”, a...2023-09-1947 min
Imposter SistersS1 - Episode 11 - A Bonus-y Bonus EpisodeWe close our first season with a Bonus Episode as we chat about what we've learned through this first season of Imposter Sisters - and what we plan on taking forward as we move into Season Two!Have a listen to hear about what we've taken away from this podcasting project especially if you'd like to start a podcast as well! We highly recommend it!!A MILLION THANK YOU'S to all of you who've listened and cheered us on these past few months. It's meant the world to us!xo Alix and Colleen2023-07-0435 min
Imposter SistersS1 - Episode 10 - Creating a Life She Loves with Jen MezaIf Jen Meza has proven anything to the folks around her, it's that she knows how to PIVOT! Jen was working full-time in her dream job and part time as a local influencer as the pandemic hit... unfortunately, that dream job bit the dust and Jen was left with her head spinning. Jen used her creative talents and got to work putting together the Our Best Nova Scotia travel journal, an Etsy shop for woven hangings, and courses in vision boards... realizing she had a creativeness she could share with others.Jen continues her creative, entrepreneurial work a...2023-06-2043 min
Imposter SistersS1 - Episode 9 - The Ray of Sunshine with Sandra DroverEpisode 9 – Ray of Sunshine with guest, Sandra DroverIf you’ve followed Sandra on social media you’ll see a dancing, happy, quirky, laughing entrepreneur who’s spreading joy as she runs her small business, Phit’Cetera. On the inside, Sandra sometimes feels judged, isn’t completely comfortable with putting herself “out there”, and doesn’t want to be perceived in a negative light. BUT, in order run a small business, Sandra is well aware of the need to put herself front of the camera in order to market her business. Sandra chats with us about her journey a...2023-06-0635 min
Imposter SistersS1 - Episode 8 - The Confidence Booster with Jenn JohnsonEpisode 8 – The Confidence Booster with guest, Jenn JohnsonIf you’ve ever searched for a spray tan artist in Halifax, you’ve likely heard of Jenn Johnson from Tan On The Run Halifax. With over 6000 spray tans and 8 years’ experience, Jenn is one of the top master spray tan artists in the city. But she hasn’t always been. It all started because she was stressed, burnt-out and unfilled in her corporate job and as a result struggling with her mental health. A change was necessary and so she jumped into spray tanning full time and figured things out...2023-05-2338 min
Imposter SistersS1 - Episode 7 - Perfectly Imperfect with Kaylee GiffinKaylee Giffin is a woman on a mission to inspire and uplift through her love of marketing, social media, and making every day feel a little more beautiful. With over a decade of experience as a social media influencer, Kaylee has built a strong and dedicated following through her popular blog and Instagram account, "The Blondielocks”.In this episode we chat about Kaylee's Imposter Syndrome as a perfectionist, how her "magazine-like" curated instagram changed after becoming a mom, her struggle with post-partum depression and how she vulnerably showed up on-line, her desire for finding a healthy lifestyle ba...2023-05-0940 min
Imposter SistersS1 - Episode 6 - Drawing Things & Swearing with Cassy CollinsWelcome to Episode 6 of Imposter Sisters where two self proclaimed "fake it 'til you make it" experts, Colleen O’Dea and Alix Robinson, discuss and analyze the ups and downs of feeling like frauds while we navigate through our professional and personal lives!In our latest episode we chat with Cassy Collins about drawing and swearing. After graduating from Graphic Design at NSCC, Cassy began working in her field and as a side hustle, started designing and posting cards on Etsy that were so popular, they were soon picked up on Buzzfeed and HuffPost! While Cassy definitely ha...2023-04-2538 min
Imposter SistersS1 - Episode 5 - The Fear Fighter with Steph JolineWelcome to Episode 5 of Imposter Sisters where two self proclaimed "fake it 'til you make it" experts, Colleen O’Dea and Alix Robinson, discuss and analyze the highs and lows of feeling like frauds while we navigate through our professional and personal lives!Recovering imposter, Stephanie Joline, is our first “nepo-baby” guest- ie, she’s Alix’s Stepsister! Stephanie chats about pushing yourself to do the scary things and how to get beyond the fear of failure in order to grow, her feelings on winning awards and why we find it hard to "brag" about ourselves, the freedom of...2023-04-1139 min
Imposter SistersS1 - Episode 4 - The Chameleon - Part II with Stephanie GrahamWelcome to Episode 4 of Imposter Sisters where two self proclaimed "fake it 'til you make it" experts, Colleen O’Dea and Alix Robinson, discuss and analyze the ups and downs of feeling like frauds while we navigate through our professional and personal lives!In our fourth episode we continue our chat with superhuman Stephanie Graham about how a career change, brought on by the pandemic, turned out to be a pleasant surprise. Steph shares insight about figuring out what it is you want and then simply going for it. She chats about being a chameleon in her li...2023-04-0433 min
Imposter SistersS1 - Episode 3 - The Chameleon - Part I with Stephanie GrahamWelcome to Episode 3 of Imposter Sisters where two self proclaimed "fake it 'til you make it" experts, Colleen O’Dea and Alix Robinson, discuss and analyze the ups and downs of feeling like frauds while we navigate through our professional and personal lives!In our third episode we chat with superhuman Stephanie Graham about how a career change, brought on by the pandemic, turned out to be a pleasant surprise. Steph shares insight about figuring out what it is you want and then simply going for it. She chats about being a chameleon in her life, about su...2023-03-2829 min
Imposter SistersS1 - Episode 2 - The Ripple Effect with Jennifer O'NeilWelcome to Episode 2 of Imposter Sisters where two self proclaimed "fake it 'til you make it" experts, Colleen O’Dea and Alix Robinson, discuss and analyze the ups and downs of feeling like frauds while we navigate through our professional and personal lives!In our second episode, we chat with superhuman Jennifer O'Neil. Raising her daughter as a single parent and working as a high level professional in a male-dominated industry, Jennifer discusses the pressures of needing to "work harder" and feeling a little beat up through the years while not always feeling supported. In 2022, Jennifer decided to...2023-03-2136 min
Imposter SistersS1 -Episode 1 - What Kind of Imposter Are You?Welcome to our very first episode of Imposter Sisters where two self proclaimed "fake it 'til you make it" experts, Colleen O’Dea and Alix Robinson, discuss and analyze the ups and downs of feeling like frauds while we navigate through our professional and personal lives!In this inaugural episode we discuss how we see one another, how we see ourselves, the type of imposter we believe ourselves to be as we build our "imposter pizza" {based on Dr. Valerie Young's "5 Types of Imposters"}, why we started Imposter Sisters, and what you can expect from this season as...2023-03-1430 min
Imposter SistersImposter Sisters TrailerJoin us (Alix Robinson & Colleen O’Dea) - self proclaimed ‘fake it ‘til you make it’ experts - as we navigate the highs and lows of being a woman and how the pressure and overwhelm of trying to ‘do it all’ often leads to feeling like an imposter in our own lives.What started as a conversation between two accountability partners turned friends, has grown into a vibrant community of women who struggle with feeling like a fraud, comparison paralysis, and self-doubt - bringing to light how these feelings affect so many of us and sharing ho...2023-03-1000 min