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Chef Over Your Shoulder: Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationThe Midnight Snack Guide | Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationWhy does food always taste better late at night when you are standing at the kitchen counter? In this episode of Chef Over Your Shoulder, Amy, Jody, and Kirstie share their favourite midnight snacks. They talk about why the perfect sandwich is truly the pinnacle of late night snacking, and Jody talks about the art of making the perfect peanut butter toast. If you are looking for something a bit lighter, we also share our favourite healthy snacks that still satisfy those late night cravings.Even when it comes t...
2026-01-2129 minChef Over Your Shoulder: Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationThe Turkey Manifesto: Your Guide to a Stress-Free Feast | Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationToday we are talking turkey. We are sharing our turkey memories and stories and lots of turkey tips. For many of us we are getting into the holiday season and that often includes a full turkey dinner. It can be one of the biggest joys of the year or one of the biggest culinary challenges you face.Either way, everyone will find some turkey inspiration from what Kirstie calls Jody’s Turkey Manifesto. It will answer all your questions. Should you brine? What temperature is safe? Can you cook your turkey the day before?
2025-12-1733 minChef Over Your Shoulder: Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationKitchen Gadgets Guide: The Essentials vs. The Clutter | Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationJody and Kirstie’s Kitchen Gadget EssentialsAre your kitchen drawers overflowing with tools you never use?Today is going to be a fun one because we are raiding our kitchen drawers. That is right. We are talking about kitchen gadgets and the tools that actually spark joy versus the ones that are just gathering dust.We discuss the absolute essentials that every home cook should own. Including a bouquet of strainers and the right pair of tongs. Jody and Kirstie share the magic of...
2025-12-0334 minChef Over Your Shoulder: Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationBeyond the Recipe: Why Chefs Jody and Kirstie are Obsessed with Cookbooks | Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationJody and Kirstie's Favourite Cookbooks!This week, we are talking about an obsession that some of us keep very close to our hearts, and our bedsides! We are talking about cookbooks. Are they just collections of cold, hard instructions, or are they something more? We think they are much more. They are diaries and travelogues, filled with kitchen inspiration and cooking tips. When you open a great cookbook, you are not just getting a recipe, you are getting the author’s passion, techniques and sometimes their life story.Are yo...
2025-11-1933 minChef Over Your Shoulder: Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationChicken Noodle Soup: Two Delicious Recipes | Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationJody and Kirstie’s Chicken Noodle Soup RecipesIf you’re anything like us, you love Chicken Noodle Soup, especially on a dark, cold night. However, maybe you're like Amy, and the thought of making it from scratch gives you kitchen anxiety. Over the years, she’s made watery broth, with a side of crunchy risotto, and even had an exploding tomato soup incident. Honestly, I’ve been intimidated by this classic recipe for years.This week, Chefs Jody and Kirstie are here to finally put everyone’s fears to rest. Th...
2025-11-0526 min
The Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterThe Biology of Trauma, Stress & Burn Out with Dr. Aimie Apigian | Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Dr. Aimie Apigian, a trauma physician and bestselling author of The Biology of Trauma, that just landed on #6 on the USA Today Bestseller List.Now, I’ll be honest — when I first saw the title of her book, I thought, oof, that sounds heavy. But then I got into it, and it wasn’t at all what I expected. This book completely reframed what I thought I knew about trauma. It’s not just about the big, obvious moments in life — it’s also the subtle, overlooked experiences that quietly shape our ne...
2025-11-0457 minChef Over Your Shoulder: Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationWhat's In Your Pantry? Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationJody and Kirstie’s Kitchen Tips, Recipes and RecommendationsWhat’s In Your Pantry?This week, I open my pantry doors, giving Jody and Kirstie a full view of my spice chaos! They waste no time calling out my dusty, old seasonings—it turns out spices actually expire—and question why I own Cream of Tartar (spoiler: I thought it was for fish, not baking!). We share some nostalgic stories after they spot some Crystal Light lurking in the back. Kirstie even sings us the theme song!
2025-10-2234 minChef Over Your Shoulder: Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationPots and Pans: The Essentials | Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationJody and Kirstie’s Kitchen Tips, Recipes and RecommendationsWelcome to Pots and Pans: The Essentials from Chef Over Your Shoulder! Pairing professional Chefs Jody O'Malley and Kirstie Herbstreit with Amy Schlueter, a burn-to-the-bottom-of-the-pan expert, creates the perfect recipe to demystify the kitchen and bring back the joy of cooking and connecting…without the pressure. On this week's cooking show, we're starting at the very beginning with pots and pans!Amy’s most common kitchen challenge? Burning food to the bottom of the pan, includi...
2025-10-1529 minChef Over Your Shoulder: Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationWelcome to Chef Over Your Shoulder: Cooking Tips, Recipes & Kitchen InspirationWelcome to Chef Over Your Shoulder!Chef Over Your Shoulder is a podcast about the connections we make through cooking. Professional chefs Jody O'Malley and Kirstie Herbstreit team up with burn-to-the-bottom-of-the-pan expert Amy Schlueter to demystify the kitchen and bring back the joy of cooking and connecting...without the pressure.It’s not about becoming a gourmet chef. It’s about why food matters in the first place, because it brings people together. Each episode is filled with cozy stories, nostalgic family recipes, kitchen tips, helpful recommendations, and a lot...
2025-10-0701 min
The Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterThrottle Therapy with Karl Allen-Muncey: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Karl Allen-Muncey - a tech innovator, motorcycle enthusiast and now a real-life Instagram influencer.When I originally talked to Karl about being on the podcast, I wasn’t sure what we’d talk about. He’s a motorcycle guy who talks about throttle therapy and the mental health benefits of riding. I’ve never been on a motorcycle. I was always scared, I was never that cool.But it turns out this conversation isn’t really about motorcycles at all. Karl was a big success in every way...
2025-06-1049 min
The UNBLOCK Yourself Podcast: Finding Clarity in Career Paths and Career PivotsSelf-Worth, the Human Experience and UNBLOCKED Courage: Finding Clarity in Career Paths and Career PivotsIn this deeply personal and powerful episode, we sit down with our long-time friend and leadership coach, Natalie Dumond. Natalie is a certified Dare to Lead facilitator, speaker, and the creator of The Worthy Project, a transformational coaching program for women.Natalie shares how she walked away from a successful HR career to follow a calling she couldn’t ignore. A calling filled with courage, vulnerability, and a whole lot of uncertainty. We talk about what it really takes to leave the "safe" path, how to overcome the voice in your head that keeps yo...
2025-06-0539 min
Voices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersFrom Scratch to Sold: Voices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female Founders Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dana Shortt, the visionary entrepreneur who built a beloved business from the ground up, transforming it into a true community staple. Dana shares the remarkable story of her journey, from her humble beginnings in catering to the emotional and strategic process of successfully exiting her business. This episode is packed with valuable lessons for anyone navigating the world of entrepreneurship, ownership transition, and planning an exit strategy.Join us every other week for leadership stories from female founders, trailblazers in women leadership a...
2025-06-0442 min
The Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterThe Tragically Hip | Jake Gold’s Re-Release | Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterThe Tragically Hip documentary, “No Dress Rehearsal” recently took home all 7 of the Canadian Screen Awards it was nominated for. We wanted to celebrate this incredible achievement by re-releasing our conversation from October with one of the film’s producers, Jake Gold.Today I talk to Jake Gold, legendary manager of the Canadian rock band, The Tragically Hip. Jake talks about the new film, No Dress Rehearsal, and the 4-year process of bringing The Hip’s raw, emotional story to life.We go deep into Hip lore with stories that have...
2025-06-0356 min
The Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterWhat the Fxck are You Waiting For? Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Greg Boyd — a father of three, a widower, a husband, and now an entrepreneur on a mission to help others live more intentional lives.Greg shares the deeply personal story of losing his wife, Alison, to brain cancer in 2020. And yes, it’s a heartbreaking story. And yet, this isn’t a sad conversation - we laughed more than we cried. Greg talks about the storybook life he had before all this happened, and how he’s used his trauma to be a better dad, husband, friend - shit, just a better p...
2025-05-271h 00
The UNBLOCK Yourself Podcast: Finding Clarity in Career Paths and Career PivotsSobriety, Loss, and UNBLOCKED Creativity: Finding Clarity in Career Paths and Career PivotsEvery other Thursday, we talk to people who got UNBLOCKED. You'll hear stories about finding clarity, career paths, career pivots and living with intention. Our guests tell us how they realized something had to change, made bold moves, and built lives that feel more aligned, more alive, and more intentional. We’ll share some of our own stories, too, because we’re right here, figuring it out like everyone else.In our very first guest episode of the UNBLOCK Yourself Podcast, we sit down with Bob Mathers. He is a keynote speaker, customer success coac...
2025-05-2247 min
Voices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersSeltzer and Spritz: Voices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersJoin us for leadership stories from female founders, trailblazers in women leadership and entrepreneurs sharing their success stories. What does it take to build a beverage company from scratch? Not just any beverage company—but one that is unapologetically female-founded, obsessively focused on ingredients, and determined to carve out space in an industry long dominated by men in boardrooms and barrooms alike?Melissa is already a leader and teacher in the drinks space. But like so many entrepreneurs, she saw a gap—between what was on the shelf and what she wanted to dr...
2025-05-2145 min
The UNBLOCK Yourself Podcast: Finding Clarity in Career Paths and Career PivotsPurpose, Loss, and UNBLOCKED Reinvention: Finding Clarity in Career Paths and Career PivotsIn this episode of the UNBLOCK Yourself Podcast, we continue sharing the stories behind your hosts, Greg and Whitney.Today, Greg shares his journey — from building a life that looked perfect on the outside, to navigating unimaginable loss, and ultimately stepping fully into a life of intention and purpose.Through the highs of career success and the depths of personal tragedy, Greg found himself faced with a choice: stay in survival mode, or intentionally create a new chapter.This conversation is about resilience, realignment, an...
2025-05-1436 minThe UNBLOCK Yourself Podcast: Finding Clarity in Career Paths and Career PivotsHard Lessons, New Beginnings, and UNBLOCKED Confidence: Finding Clarity in Career Paths and Career PivotsWelcome to the very first episode of the UNBLOCK Yourself Podcast.We are kicking things off by sharing a little more about who we are, where we have been, and why we care so much about helping people live and work with more intention.In this episode, Greg interviews Whitney about her journey — growing up with a lot of change and challenge, building a career as a young single mom, and spending years chasing success. We talk about survival mode, work, identity, and the har...
2025-05-1420 min
The Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterPrettyLynne: Soft Porn, Courage, Judgment and Finding Yourself: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to PrettyLynne, and in case you hadn’t guessed - that’s not her real name. You see Lynne writes and records erotic fiction and for reasons we’ll get into, she’s asked that we keep her identity secret.Lynne describes herself as a Gen Xer in her second act who stumbled into the world of erotic fiction during a period of personal transition. What she found was freedom, a creative outlet that has helped her reconnect with herself - and as it turns out, a growing audience of women and men al...
2025-05-1343 minThe UNBLOCK Yourself Podcast: Finding Clarity in Career Paths and Career PivotsThe UNBLOCK Yourself Podcast: Finding Clarity in Career Paths and Career PivotsWe are Greg and Whitney Boyd, creators of the UNBLOCK Yourself program and podcast, and the Waypoint Intentional Living Retreat. We’re also former corporate world hustlers who believe life is way too short to live on autopilot.We think it is wild that people are not sprinting toward work and lives that actually light them up. But we get it. We’ve been there too. Most people are stuck or at least feel that way. That’s where this podcast comes in.Every other Thursday, we talk to people who got...
2025-05-0901 min
Voices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersChief in Tech: Voices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersJoin us for leadership stories from female founders, trailblazers in women leadership and entrepreneurs sharing their success stories. Leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about making a lasting impact.In this episode, I’m joined by Anna Radulovski, founder of WomenTech Network, a global community of over 150,000 members across 179 countries. Anna is also the powerhouse behind the Women in Tech Global Conference, a mentor at the Founder Institute, and the author of Chief in Tech.This isn’t just a conversation about getting a s...
2025-05-0140 min
The Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterConfidence and Sobriety: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Kristi Falturosso, who is a Chief Customer Officer, a LinkedIn Influencer, and CS Strategist. She’s a very big deal. When I started this podcast, it was about talking to people from way outside my comfort zone, to talk about anything other than what I did for a living. And that hasn’t changed. But Kristi and I both work in very similar circles so this conversation was a bit of an experiment - what if two people who did the same thing for a living got together and talked about anything but work? What would w...
2025-04-2949 min
Voices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersHot or Just Me? From Whisky to Menopause | Voices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersJoin us for leadership stories from female founders, trailblazers in women leadership and entrepreneurs sharing their success stories. Leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about making a lasting impact.Shop Hot or Just Me? and get 10% off using the code LEADERSHIPWhat kind of person builds a whiskey brand from scratch, launches it on Kickstarter, gets it on shelves everywhere… and then pivots to menopause wellness?Meet Carin Luna-Ostaseski.She’s not chasing ideas—ideas s...
2025-04-1646 min
The Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterTrump Anxiety: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Stefanie Peachey, a therapist and mental health advocate about what’s been called, Trump anxiety. Whether it’s tariffs or rhetoric around Canada becoming the 51st state, Canadians are feeling betrayed, bullied and pissed off. And it’s taking a dramatic toll on our mental health.I wanted to have this conversation because I have dear friends in the US, customers, and partners, and this is an elephant in the room I’ve been avoiding. I don’t even like having the conversation with my Canadian friends because it’s so emotionally...
2025-04-1552 min
Voices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersLeadership Unboxed | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersJoin us for leadership stories from female founders, trailblazers in women leadership and entrepreneurs sharing their success stories. Leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about making a lasting impact.What makes a good impression? Can the right packaging—a perfectly folded, beautifully designed box—turn a simple donut into something special? Can the feel of a burger wrapper, or the weight of a coffee cup in your hand, shape not just the way we experience food, but the way we remember it?
2025-04-0342 min
The Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterChasing Fear, Purpose and 30ft Mountains of Water: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Drew Smith – a sailor, storyteller, and seeker who just completed a six-year voyage to the far side of the world on his 32-foot sailboat.Drew set out to reach his antipode – the exact opposite point on Earth from where he was born. He’s got incredible stories, but the one that still haunts me is getting caught in a storm in 30 foot waves, 750 miles off the coast of Australia, in the middle of the night, all alone.I grew up around boats and I could listen to Drew’s tales...
2025-04-0148 min
Voices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersLife Before and After a Kidney Transplant: Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersJoin us for leadership stories from female founders, trailblazers in women leadership and entrepreneurs sharing their success stories. Leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about making a lasting impact.Have you ever really thought about your kidneys? About what they do? About what happens when they fail?They are two small organs, quietly filtering waste, balancing fluids, and keeping you alive—until they don’t.There is no cure for kidney disease. Dialysis helps you wait, but it isn’t a solut...
2025-03-1942 min
The Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterBelief, Resilience and Hard Lessons from Life in the Ring: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Syd "The Jewel" Vanderpool—former boxer with a pro record of 35-4 with 23 knockouts. He was super middleweight champion and he did what virtually no boxers do - he walked away at the top of his game. He now owns his own boxing gym, coaches Olympic athletes and works with business leaders to take what he learned in the ring to help them build thriving businesses of their own.It’s hard to believe as I sit here in this comfy leather chair that Syd and I are the same specie...
2025-03-1845 min
Voices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersStepping into the Ring: Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female Foundersoin us for leadership stories from female founders, trailblazers in women leadership and entrepreneurs sharing their success stories. Leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about making a lasting impact.Have you ever punched someone in the face? Not out of anger. Not in self-defence. But because, for one night, you chose to step into the ring?Most people would never willingly put themselves in that position. But Beth isn’t most people.As a leader in the mining in...
2025-03-1248 min
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTFiona O'Keefe Shares Exclusive Stories And Insights A Year Removed From Her Win At The US Olympic Marathon Trials, Her Olympic Experience, Bouncing Back From Setback, & 2025 PlansAmerican Olympic distance runner Fiona O'Keeffe joins the show today as she gears up for an electrifying spring of racing.Fiona, best known for winning the 2024 United States Olympic Marathon Trials in her 26.2 debut, is an accomplished 5k and 10k runner with accolades dating back to her high school days.Fiona competed at Davis High School in California, where she won the 2014 Gatorade California Cross Country Runner of the Year award, the first to do so from her school. During her time...
2025-03-1138 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterFor the Love of Flight: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Suzanne Kearns, a pilot, professor, and visionary in the future of aviation. I must admit, this might be the hardest intro I’ve ever had to write. My job now is to give you 2-3 reasons to keep listening. And no matter what I do, I can’t get it down to less than 10.Suzanne's story is incredible—she started flying at 15, soloed on her 16th birthday, and was flying helicopters before she had a driver’s license. She shares what it’s like to be a woman in an industry where still only 5% of pi...
2025-03-0450 min
Voices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersGaslighting and Intimate Partner Violence: Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female Foundersoin us for leadership stories from female founders, trailblazers in women leadership and entrepreneurs sharing their success stories. Leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about making a lasting impact.We’ve been taught to recognize abuse. A black eye. A broken bone. The obvious signs. What if abuse isn’t just about what you can see?Today, my guest is Stefanie Peachey, Founder of Peachey Counselling, an organization dedicated to providing individuals, couples, and families with the tools, resources, and...
2025-02-2646 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterHurry Hard: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Nic Sulsky— TV personality, tech entrepreneur, and the guy on a mission to revolutionize the sport of curling.Nic is a character. He went from hosting a kids' TV show to conning his way onto a sports talk show, to pioneering two fantasy sports companies to his latest challenge, making curling the biggest winter sport in the world. Now if you think that sounds a little far-fetched, I’m with you. But when you hear Nic’s passion for the game and his plans, you start thinking he could actually pull this off.Nic’...
2025-02-1849 min
Voices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersMorning News to Morning Blooms: Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersJoin us for leadership stories from female founders, trailblazers in women leadership and entrepreneurs sharing their success stories. Leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about making a lasting impact.When the headlines no longer dictate your day, how do you write your next chapter?Today I talk with Lisa Drew. For more than three decades, Lisa’s voice was the one that greeted Waterloo Region every morning, shaping the way thousands of people started their day. She was there when the biggest stories b...
2025-02-1245 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterA Masterclass in Entrepreneurship: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Jim Estill, a serial entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist with an incredible track record of building and scaling companies. He grew his first business to over $2 billion, sat on the founding board of BlackBerry during its meteoric rise, and after a career in tech and having earned the right to do anything he wanted - he decided to be the CEO of an appliance company. But what drew me to Jim wasn’t his business success—it was a video he posted about something he called Monk Mode. Trust me, you’re going to love it.J...
2025-02-0448 min
Voices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersRewriting Your Money Story: Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersJoin us for leadership stories from female founders, trailblazers in women leadership and entrepreneurs sharing their success stories. Leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about making a lasting impact.Money isn’t just about dollars and cents—it’s the story we tell ourselves about what’s possible. In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Wendy Brookhouse, founder of Black Star Wealth and host of The Real Bottom Line podcast, to uncover the emotional and subconscious influences money has on our lives. Wendy shares her unique approach to financial clar...
2025-01-2940 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterPerimenopause and Menopause: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday, we talk to Michelle Stainton and Mikelle Ethier, two longtime friends and founders of the This is Perimenopause podcast. Half the population will spend nearly a third of their life dealing with this. It’s messy, confusing and riddled with stigma - and they’re on a mission to fix that.Michelle and Mikelle share their emotional and sometimes hilarious journeys through perimenopause. We explore the systemic failures that have left women vulnerable to misinformation - from the patriarchy and sexism to a lack of research and medical education - and how people can take back contro...
2025-01-2147 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersCode Like a Girl: Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersJoin us for leadership stories from female founders, trailblazers in women leadership and entrepreneurs sharing their success stories. Leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about making a lasting impact.Dinah Davis is no stranger to firsts. She’s built her career—and her life—on a series of them. As a mathematician and cryptographer, she stood out as one of the few women in a field dominated by men. She was the first to code Bluetooth technology. She holds a variety of patents, which means she was the first to...
2025-01-1546 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersPap Smears and the Art of Science: Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersJoin us for leadership stories from female founders, trailblazers in women leadership and entrepreneurs sharing their success stories. Leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about making a lasting impact.What happens when we blur the boundaries between art and science?What might that look like? Perhaps you could give students in Nigeria the opportunity to put their innovations on display through science fairs, or maybe it’s finding groundbreaking ways to screen for cancer and HPV—without needing a pap smear.The speculum, a tool most women...
2025-01-0842 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterStand Your Ground and Rediscover Your Self Worth: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday I talk to Angie McQuillin, a speaker and coach that works with leaders to build their confidence to better connect with their teams. Angie shares intimate stories of abusive relationships from her past and how setting boundaries helped her break toxic patterns and rediscover her self-worth. She is a unique mix of kindness, vulnerability and 100% pure badassery.Angie talks about how we slowly lose our self-worth every time we put someone else’s needs above our own. It’s not about being selfish, it’s about being clear and unapologetic about the things we will accept and the things we...
2025-01-0748 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersWelcome to Voices of Leadership: Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersJoin us for leadership stories from female founders, trailblazers in women leadership and entrepreneurs sharing their success stories. What does it mean to lead? This season on Voices of Leadership, we’re stepping into the stories of women who are redefining success and thriving on the edge of change. Join us for candid conversations with trailblazers in women's leadership that will ignite your curiosity, provide inspiration for what comes next and remind us all that leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about making a la...
2025-01-0301 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterLet It Flow: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday I talk to Diane Allen, an author and speaker that helps people find and keep their flow state. If you’re wondering what flow is exactly, you’re not alone. In fact, Diane didn’t know it was a thing either until one day she lost it. She shares the story of being on stage as a violinist, and she froze. She couldn’t play. It was that humiliation that sent her on a quest to understand what had happened. If you’re like me, you probably didn’t know there was a word for the flow state. I he...
2024-12-1738 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersBeyond the Canvas: A Conversation with Patricia GagicIn this inspiring episode, we embark on a beautiful spiritual journey with the extraordinary Patricia Gagic. Patricia is a renowned contemporary artist celebrated for her beautiful work and contributions to the art world. But her story extends far beyond the canvas. She's a passionate drummer, humanitarian, author, and Certified Meditation Specialist who has dedicated her life to inspiring others and making a difference.What to Expect: Patricia shares the pivotal moments that shaped her journey—from her childhood and banking career to her mentorship with a celebrated artist in Provence. She reve...
2024-12-1144 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterAnti-Wokeness & DEI Fatigue: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday I talk to Michelle Grocholosky, a CEO and speaker who works with leaders to build more diverse and inclusive companies. She’s one of Canada’s top 40 under 40 and has been recognized as one of the top 100 most powerful women in the country. She’s kind of a big deal.I recently told a friend of mine that I was doing an episode on diversity and inclusion, and she said, “yeah that’s of no interest to me at all.” I appreciate her honesty, and it reflects how a lot of people are feeling about this topic. There is a lot of fat...
2024-12-0352 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterTrauma, Healing and Purpose through an Indigenous Lens: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday I talk to Clarence Cachagee, an Indigenous leader, author and founder of Crow Shield Lodge - a land-based healing center for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people. So, I don’t know how to explain this conversation and when you listen, you’ll know what I mean. Talking to Clarence, you’re struck by how peaceful, thoughtful and hopeful he is for someone who has been through such trauma. He talks about being placed in foster care with his sister at an early age, discovering alcohol at 8 years old, abandoning his high-school sweetheart and their two young daughters, living on...
2024-11-191h 06The Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterRediscover Your Fire: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday I talk to Michelle Hillier, a speaker, educator and author who helps people find their authentic self by slowing down, finding their breath and re-igniting their fire.She’s also a recovering alcoholic. I never thought a conversation about addiction, recovery and what’s on the other side could be so much fun. She shares hilarious and sometimes heart-breaking stories of how drinking helped her cope, and it worked pretty good for most of her life, until it didn’t. She talks about how the sudden death of her father made her realize she was living in the ma...
2024-11-0550 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersThe Power of Vision and Action: Sadiqa Reynolds on Civil Rights, Leadership, Mental Health, and Community TransformationToday, we are joined by Sadiqa Reynolds, a remarkable civil rights leader, attorney, and former judge who has dedicated her career to championing mental health and advocating for access for all.As a pioneer in various leadership roles, she has consistently broken barriers, becoming the first woman to hold significant positions throughout her career. Our conversation explores her experiences of being first and how those moments have influenced her approach to leadership and advocacy.Her tenure at the Louisville Urban League is a testament to her dedication, having expanded the organization's reach and impact through...
2024-10-3043 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterNo Dress Rehearsal: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday, I talk to Jake Gold, the legendary manager of the Canadian rock band The Tragically Hip. Jake talks about the new film The Tragically Hip: No Dress Rehearsal and the four-year process of bringing The Hip’s raw, emotional story to life.We go deep into The Hip lore with stories that have never been heard before about some of The Hip's iconic songs, their appearance on SNL, touring with the Stones, and the final goodbye tour before Gord Downie's death in 2017.Now, I can’t sit here and pretend that this is just another podcast episode. The Hip...
2024-10-2256 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersAskEllyn: Breast Cancer, Advocacy, Innovation and Conversational Health Care with Ellyn Winters-RobinsonOn today's episode, you'll hear a story of resilience, transformation, and groundbreaking change in women's health. Our guest, Ellyn Winters-Robinson, is a breast cancer survivor, entrepreneur, best-selling author, and an advocate for women's health. Before the book and advocacy, she was a woman diagnosed with breast cancer. Who felt alone and angry. Ellyn took her anger and turned it into advocacy. Then, she took her advocacy and turned it into action.Ellyn's book, Flat Please, Hold The Shame, is a girlfriend's companion guide for those on the breast cancer journey. It offers candid stories, comfort...
2024-10-1643 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterThe Last Taboo: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday I talk to Dr. Karen Wyatt, a renowned hospice doctor and author of What Really Matters: 7 Lessons for Living from the Stories of the Dying. Now before you press skip, this is not as heavy and morbid as it sounds. In fact, quite the opposite. This conversation was fun, inspiring and hopeful. Karen shares stories of people that learned at the very end of their lives, profound lessons about what really matters in life. They’re stories about finding our purpose, being present and the power of forgiveness. Her patients aren’t here anymore, but we are. Thei...
2024-10-0846 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersPathway to Purpose: A Conversation with Dr. Cynthia Mickens RossOn today’s episode, we talk with Cynthia Mickens Ross, a spiritual leader, author, executive coach, and keynote speaker whose mission is to help people unlock their potential and live with purpose.From facing the loss of loved ones to navigating major life transitions, Cynthia takes us through the highs and lows of her personal journey with a blend of humour and wisdom, revealing how she discovered her purpose. We talk about the inspiration behind her book and program, Pathway to Purpose, and explore her commitment to addressing issues like housing and food insecurity, as well as sup...
2024-10-0246 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterMissiles, Drugs, and Comedy: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday, we talk with Marc Hogan, a renowned speaker and psychologist with a pretty interesting path from selling missiles, drugs and cigarettes to stand-up comedy and coaching leaders.LinkedIn is a funny place. It can be noisy and isolating like all social media is, but it can also create genuine connections - and that’s how I found Marc. There was something about what he was saying and how he was saying it that hit me right between the eyes - brutally honest, a bit out there and funny as shit.Marc talks about getting pull...
2024-09-2445 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersThe Science of Skin: Erin Tjam, the Beauty-Obsessed Scientist Reveals the Hidden Causes of the Epidemic of Skin Problems and What You Can Do About ItCan your skin heal itself naturally? Join us as we talk with Dr. Erin Yuet Tjam, an entrepreneur, scientist, and co-author of Skin Sobering, who is on a mission to disseminate the truth about skin health and beauty.In this episode, Erin deconstructs the myths perpetuated by the beauty industry, explaining how reliance on chemical-laden skincare products may be contributing to a hidden skin epidemic. She introduces us to the concept of skin sobering, a revolutionary method that empowers people to stop unnecessary skincare routines and let their skin heal naturally.We explore: ...
2024-09-1837 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterBehind the Mic: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterSo this is a fun little bonus episode where my producer Amy and I chat about the podcast and explore what we’ve learned from our first 20 episodes.This conversation turned out to be a lot more emotional than I expected. Since getting sober a couple of years ago, I’ve felt this sense of urgency to make the most of this last season of my career. I want to do more things that scare me, be more curious, get outside my comfort zone, see what else is possible.And I think a lot of us fee...
2024-09-1035 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersLeading with Purpose: Karen Coviello on Building Equitable CommunitiesOn today's episode, we welcome Karen Coviello, a dynamic leader with a wealth of experience across multiple sectors. Karen is currently the Vice President of Affiliate Success at Habitat for Humanity Canada and also serves as the President & Chair of the Board at the YW Kitchener-Waterloo, advocating for women's issues and championing equity. We discuss the pivotal role of partnerships with families at Habitat for Humanity, addressing common misconceptions about their unique homeownership model and the powerful impact of working together toward a shared goal. Karen also shines a light on the transformative work happening at the Y...
2024-09-0438 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterCome Together: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Andrew Hunt, a history professor and best-selling author of Beatlemania in America: Fan Culture from Below. As a lifelong music fan, I feel like I’ve been preparing for this conversation my whole life. The truth is I’ve always been more of a Stones fan than a Beatles guy, but that doesn’t mean I don’t appreciate that they changed everything. I don’t care what kind of music you’re into, it wouldn’t exist without the Beatles.So the question is…how?How does something explode like they did? How much of it has to do with...
2024-08-2738 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersBreaking the Silence: Trish Barbato on Menopause, Arthritis, and AdvocacyOn today’s episode, we welcome Trish Barbato, the President and CEO of the Arthritis Society and the Co-Founder and Director of the Menopause Foundation of Canada. Trish is passionate about giving a voice to these often overlooked and underfunded causes and the people they impact.Trish shares her deeply personal journey, detailing the severe symptoms and inadequate medical responses that ignited her passion for menopause advocacy, especially in the workplace. Discover how billions of dollars are lost because of the substantial economic and personal toll menopause can have on women in the workplace. We dis...
2024-08-2040 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterLive an Effortless Life: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday, we talk to Dr. Tatiana Gwon, a renowned physicist who, after 20 years, went looking for answers in the most unconventional of places: astrology. This conversation challenged a lot of my biases and preconceptions of astrology because frankly, I’ve always thought it was gypsy crystal ball readers and Sunday morning horoscopes. Tatiana does a great job of demystifying astrology as we dive into the fascinating intersection of science and spirituality. We explore the concept of "effortless reality,” this state of flow where you align with the energy of the universe and manifest your desires without effort or stress. We talk...
2024-08-1343 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersThe Journey From Bias to Belonging: Insights From Tonie Chaltas on Gender Bias, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging and Women’s Path to the C-SuiteEver wondered how navigating gender bias at sea could transform your leadership journey? On today's episode, we are joined by Toni Chaltas, CEO of Achēv. Tonie shares many inspiring stories and valuable insights, including her adventures aboard the Blue Nose II tall ship, where she confronted gender bias and learned the vital lesson of choosing her battles wisely. Setting the stage for her impactful work in fostering equity and inclusion.Throughout our conversation, Toni delves into the nuances of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) and provides her expert advice on initiating DEIB efforts i...
2024-08-0742 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterThe Setback Cycle: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Amy Shoenthal, a bestselling author, journalist and marketing consultant for some of the world's largest brands. We talk about her latest book, The Setback Cycle that explores the personal setbacks of prominent leaders and gives us a 4-step process for navigating our own.Maybe you’re in between jobs or in one that’s just not awesome anymore. Maybe you’re feeling kind of stuck. Or maybe everything really is awesome. And maybe you’re like me, and you’re every one of these depending on the day. Whatever it is, Amy keeps us laughing and gives us to...
2024-07-3043 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersBig Gorgeous Goals: Julie Ellis on Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Graceful GrowthOn today's episode, we talk with Julie Ellis. Julie is an entrepreneur, speaker, coach, author and podcast host. Julie shares her remarkable journey, from her experience as a co-founder of Mabel's Labels to her authorship of Big Gorgeous Goals and to her new adventure as the host of the Figure 8 podcast. Join us as we explore how Julie's background in dance has uniquely shaped her entrepreneurial philosophy and what it means to get 'the seat cushion off your butt.'Additionally, Julie shares practical advice on scaling a business and discusses the unique challenges faced by entrepreneurs a...
2024-07-2438 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterBe Radically Authentic: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Bob London, or as I call him, "Mr. Curious." Bob is basically a professional listener. He is an expert in helping people connect and understand one another, and is the mastermind behind the concept of Radically Authentic Discovery. The idea of curiosity is something I’m incredibly passionate about and is the core idea behind this podcast. So this conversation meant a lot to me. I talk to Bob about chasing our curiosity in both our personal and professional lives, and he shares practical tips on building richer relationships by embracing awkward silences and simply shuttin...
2024-07-1644 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersPioneering Sustainable Design: Vivian Manasc on Green Building Movements, Design Collaboration, and Leadership in ArchitectureOn today’s episode, we talk with Vivian Manasc, an architect and pioneer in the green building movement. She is the Founding Principal at Reimagine, an architectural firm dedicated to collaboration, joy, creativity, and sustainability.We explore Vivian's passion for sustainable design, her philosophy of optimism, and her unwavering dedication to fostering environments where community and creativity flourish. We also talk about how our Grandmothers were right. Connect with Vivian:LinkedInWebsiteInstagramKey Takeaways:Repurposing existing buildings is crucial for sustainability and reducing carbon emissions.The green building mo...
2024-07-1040 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterGetting to Page Two: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday, we talk to Jesse Finkelstein. Jesse is a book publishing insider and co-founder of Page Two Books, where she works with authors to bring their big ideas to the page.Have you ever said to yourself, ‘I think I might write a book? ' I have dozens of times. And if you’re wondering, no, I still haven’t written one. So I really loved Jessie's demystification of the process for me and her advice for first-time authors. Jessie takes us through her wild entrepreneurial journey from working at the publishing house for Harry Potter, getting let go with you...
2024-07-0244 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersCultivating an Entrepreneurial Spirit: Camelia Nunez on Curiosity, Innovation, Continuous Education and the Future of WorkIn today's episode, we talk with Camelia Nunez, a self-proclaimed "profpreneur" who blends her entrepreneurial spirit with a deep passion for education. We talk about why she believes building a culture of curiosity and continuous learning around education is important and how it will affect how we live, learn and work. Camelia shares her experiences growing up in Romania, witnessing life before and after the revolution, and moving to Canada as a teenager to complete her education.Starting her career as a Spanish professor, Camelia's entrepreneurial drive led her to co-found an EdTech s...
2024-06-2644 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterReal-life Footloose: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Greg Bennick. He’s a punk rocker, activist, documentary filmmaker, philanthropist, keynote speaker, juggler and expert coin collector. He’s also written a new book, Reclaim the Moment: Seven Strategies to Build a Better Now.I could have talked to Greg for an hour about any one of these parts of his life - he’s got a way of making everything that interesting. We talk about Seattle’s teen dance ordinance, a real-life Footloose law that he helped overturn. We talk about how punk music is really just love songs. And we explore the central t...
2024-06-1844 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersAI Meets Curiosity: A Conversation with Mardi Witzel About AI Innovation, Leadership and GovernanceOn today's episode, we talk with Mardi Witzel, CEO and co-founder of PolyML, an advanced AI and machine learning company. Mardi is also a leader in AI governance, serving on the Digital Governance Council’s AI Ethics Advisory Panel and contributing her expertise to the Province of Ontario’s AI Expert Working Group.Mardi explains PolyML's innovative intersection of data analytics and AI to improve manufacturing. Learn how this horizontal technology is revolutionizing the auto parts sector, enhancing efficiency, quality, and safety.The evolution of AI brings both excitement and concerns, including issues of fairness, priv...
2024-06-1249 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterTell Stories and Discover Your Purpose: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday, we talk to Peter Laughter. Peter is an expert in crafting stories and coaching people to find purpose in their lives and in their work. Peter talks about how growing up with dyslexia and ADHD drew him to storytelling as a way to cope with the world around him. He also shares practical tips on building your storytelling muscle to connect emotionally with people in a way they’ll never forget.Then we talk about purpose - you know, that thing you’re supposed to have that gives your life meaning? Peter believes you already have one, everyone does - i...
2024-06-0435 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersThe Storyteller's Guide to Leadership Transitions with Jane HalfordOn today's episode, we talk with Jane Halford, founder of Halford Consulting. Jane is passionate about the power of storytelling and how it shapes leadership. She candidly shares her personal experience of overcoming workplace bullying as a CEO, and how she transformed her challenges into a powerful message. Jane also delves into her extensive expertise in leadership and transition, emphasizing the crucial role of preparedness in navigating change and driving success for businesses of all sizes. Her insights on preparedness, strategic planning, and governance also provide valuable lessons in the boardroom. Jane shares stories about how she...
2024-05-2943 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterPsychedelic Therapy: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Kelsey Ramsden. Kelsey is an entrepreneur, author and speaker but if you ask her, she’d say she’s a creator. By 26, Kelsey was running her own construction company and was ranked the top female entrepreneur of the year by Profit magazine - 2 years in a row. Yet despite the financial success and industry accolades, she had never felt so depressed and alone. Kelsey is vulnerable and honest as she shares her struggles with mental health and how a psychedelic therapist helped her find the clarity she needed. Since then in typical Kelsey fashion, she’s gone on t...
2024-05-2148 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersBridging Industries: Melissa Durrell on Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Communications, Journalism and PoliticsIn this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Melissa Durrell, the CEO and Chief Strategist of Durrell Communications, and a partner with Roseview Global Incubator. Melissa's diverse background includes successful careers in politics, award-winning Canadian broadcast journalism, and her current work with international entrepreneurs looking to establish and grow their companies in Canada.Join us as Melissa shares invaluable insights on the value of listening and the power of storytelling, whether it's within the confines of a Canadian boardroom or on a global stage in China. Together, we delve into the unique challenges that women...
2024-05-1539 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterChasing Your Curiosity: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday, we talk to Sylvia Baffour. Sylvia is a keynote speaker on emotional intelligence and has worked with leaders in 460 major corporations to help them better connect with their teams and customers. She was voted one of the top 15 female inspirational speakers alongside Mel Robbins and Oprah. Sylvia’s early journey was already unique and inspiring but it was a chance meeting with writer and activist Dr. Maja Anjelou that launched a life-long relationship that shaped her life.We dig into what emotional intelligence is and what leaders need to do better if they really care about the culture they’...
2024-05-0749 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersPhilanthropic Innovation and Pioneering New Paths in Giving with Rose GreensidesIn today's episode, we talk with Rose Greensides, the Executive Director at Social Venture Partners (SVP). SVP is a unique partnership that brings together the time, talent, and funding from the community to support the nonprofit sector. Rose shares some inspiring stories about how SVP has helped several local organizations in the Waterloo Region. You'll be amazed at what SVP has been able to achieve through its community-driven approach.In addition to discussing SVP's work, we also delve into the concept of imposter syndrome and why being comfortable with being uncomfortable is vital. Rose shares her experiences...
2024-05-0136 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterGet Busy Learnin’ or Get Busy Dyin’ | Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday, we talk with Kerry O’Brien. Kerry is an expert in how people learn. He’s also a podcaster and public speaker devoted to helping people build new skills and strong teams. You’re going to leave this conversation with new ideas on how to ignite engagement in your customers, your teams and the people around you.We talk about the misconceptions about Gen-X, Gen-Z and millennials; and that the one thing that never changes is the science behind how people learn. If we can let that be our compass, we engage people as individuals and give everyone the choice...
2024-04-2343 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersImpactful Leadership: Leading with Purpose and Making a Difference with Sherry Shannon-VanstoneOn today's episode, we talk with Sherry Shannon VanStone, a trailblazing, successful serial entrepreneur. Sherry is currently the founder of Profound Impact and the co-founder of Women Funding Women. Sherry's career started with her being an accomplished code breaker, which she explains is just as cool as it sounds. She shares her insights and experiences on leading startups to successful exits, building a strong company culture, and the crucial process of finding a company's 'Why'. Our conversation delves into the rapidly changing world of AI and Sherry's thoughts on its impact on businesses, as well a...
2024-04-1743 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterJust Say Yes: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterTodd McTavish is a songwriter and it’s all he’s ever wanted to do. At 23, he left his small town home in Ontario and moved to LA. And at 53, he just signed his first record deal.Todd’s an old school, rock and roll troubadour. The stories come fast and hard. He recorded a Christmas song with Billy Bob Thornton, had one of his songs played at the Superbowl and he owned a half bear, half wolf named Jazz who was an excellent judge of character.But this isn’t about...
2024-04-1045 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersShaping the Future of Academia: Deborah MacLatchy on Fostering Women in Science and Embracing Leadership ChallengesOn today's episode, we talk with Deborah MacLatchy, President and Vice-Chancellor of Wilfrid Laurier University. She is also a zoologist who is passionate about science and is still actively involved in research and mentoring students across Canada.We discuss the importance of nurturing young girls' interest in science during their high school years, setting the stage for further exploration in university. Deb shares insights into the success of the Laurier Center for Women in Science and addresses the barriers that women still face in attaining leadership roles in academic institutions. Deb's passion extends beyond academia...
2024-04-0334 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersSteins & Stories with Tracy Van Kalsbeek, Executive Director of KW Oktoberfest, Community Leader and Serial VolunteerOn today's episode, we talk with Tracy Van Kalsbeek. Tracy is an accomplished Executive Director, a passionate volunteer, and a valued community builder. Her leadership journey is a treasure trove of inspiration and wisdom for aspiring leaders.Tracy takes us through her remarkable career trajectory, from her formative cadet days to her influential tenure at Manulife, her time at the Uptown Waterloo Business Improvement Area, and finally, KW Oktoberfest. She shares her insights on career navigation, the importance of mentorship, and overcoming challenges with grit and adaptability.Tracy gives us a glimpse into the dynamic...
2024-03-2037 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterTales of Trauma & Resilience: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterNicole Ferry is a 26-year veteran of law enforcement who’s on a mission to help others build resilience by sharing her heart-breaking stories of PTSD, trauma and suicide. Nicole is best known for her talk “What the Hell? The 3 Things I learned in the worst year of my life.” Nicole has spent her life in law enforcement. She holds a degree in Criminal Justice, she’s been an executive police leader for a railroad, she did an 8-year tour as a Military Police Officer and is a graduate of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, VA.I don’t have any di...
2024-03-1942 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersPart Two of Bragging Rights: How to Talk about Your Work Using Purposeful Self-Promotion with Lisa BraggAre you ready to learn how to talk about your work using purposeful self-promotion?On today’s episode, we welcome Lisa Bragg, author of Bragging Rights: How to Talk about Your Work Using Purposeful Self-Promotion. We had so much to talk about that we divided our conversation into two episodes. In part two, Lisa and I continue our conversation about imposter experience. We explore ideas from Lisa's book including the terms double bind, positional and professional influence, the Flip test, Tall Poppy syndrome and how ot start a Bragg book.If you want to...
2024-03-0630 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersPart One of Bragging Rights: How to Talk about Your Work Using Purposeful Self-Promotion with Lisa BraggAre you tired of feeling like your hard work and achievements go unnoticed? Do you struggle with self-promotion and feel like you're not being seen or heard in your industry? On today's episode, we talk with Lisa Bragg, author of the book Bragging Rights: How to Talk about Your Work Using Purposeful Self-Promotion. Lisa is a renowned speaker, advisor, and professional mentor who helps high-achievers to share their value with the world. We had so much to talk about that we divided our conversation into two episodes. In Part One we talk about L...
2024-03-0627 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterShe’s Like the Wind: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterSensi Graves is a professional kiteboarder, entrepreneur and speaker who’s on a mission to help people build self-confidence and share their amazing uniqueness with the world. Sensi shares how she used her time chasing summer around the world in kiteboarding competitions as inspiration to launch her swimwear company. And yet, as she looked back on everything she had achieved, she realized she was so busy trying to prove herself, she never felt proud. That’s all changed and since then, she’s been sharing her story to help people that look confident on the outside feel confident on the insid...
2024-03-0544 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersEmpowering Your Career Path: Patricia Polischuk on Networking, Navigating Transitions and Leading with InclusionHave you ever considered how a strong support network can catapult your career to new heights?Patricia Polischuk, Vice President, Business Development with the Organizational & Talent Development practice at B. Riley Farber joins us to unravel the secrets of career empowerment and the transformative power of networking.She shares her insights and advice on career transition, leadership, and organizational culture. We also discuss the importance of curiosity, resiliency and owning one's career.Our dialogue takes a heartfelt turn as we reflect on the joy found in connecting people and fostering a workplace culture...
2024-02-2141 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterThriving Across Cultures: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterJessica Stone is a Washington-based news correspondent and author of Crossing the Divide: 20 Lessons to Help You Thrive in Cross-Cultural Environments. Jessica has reported for USA Today, the Washington Times, Fox News, CBS News and the South China Morning Post. In this episode, Jessica shares stories from 20 years covering the intersection of business and politics - from her time in Afghanistan to covering Western issues for Chinese media outlets. Jessica shares practical tips from her book aimed at helping us better understand each other and work better in collaborative teams. Jessica reflects on her time in the White House Forei...
2024-02-2041 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersBeyond Books: Melanie Rodriguez on Leadership, Literacy, Building Community Partnerships and the IWF Fellowship ProgramIn this episode, we welcome Melanie Rodriguez, Director of Corporate Partnerships with the Toronto Public Library Foundation. Melanie shares insights from her experience with the IWF Fellowship and emphasizes the importance of the continuous pursuit of learning and seizing opportunities for career pivots. We also discuss the importance of mentorship and the challenges facing female leaders today. Melanie talks about her passion for education and literacy and ensuring children have access to quality education. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in the power of education and the impact of strategic partnerships in creating equitable access...
2024-02-0740 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterBeing Shameless & Oddball Brushes with Celebrity: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterTricia Mumby is a storyteller, entrepreneur and mentor to early-stage startups. Tricia is honest and vulnerable as she shares tough lessons from co-founding Mabel’s Labels with three best friends in a basement to selling it to the largest label company in the world. Tricia shares her take on celebrating failure, keeping your innovative spirit alive as your business grows, being shameless, and how she’s worked to overcome imposter syndrome. Tricia shares first-hand experiences of entrepreneurs finally finding their tribes and how that’s propelled their businesses forward through viral marketing. Tricia and Bob also explore the power of communi...
2024-02-0646 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterStanding Out By Embracing Your Weird, Quirky Self: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterKasey Jones coaches business leaders on the transformative process of building a personal brand. If you’re not sure what a personal brand is or why you need one, you’re not alone. Kasey makes the case that by embracing your quirkiness, you’ll stand out and be known for the rockstar that you are.Kasey is a story-teller at heart. She shares practical tips on being vulnerable without over-sharing and overcoming the fear of putting yourself out there. Bob and Kasey explore the downside of following “experts” on LinkedIn and how you can find your voice while experimenting and building y...
2024-02-0643 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterCarve Your Own Path: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterRob Carli is a multi-award-winning musician, producer and composer for film and television. Rob has had a storied career in music, from his early days touring the country in an Econoline van to most recently co-founding the Awesome Music Project, a not-for-profit dedicated to delivering practical solutions to mental health through the transformative power of music. In this episode, Rob shares how people can find their creativity in the most unlikely of places and how staying curious can help carve out new paths you’d never have imagined for yourself. Rob believes it is our fear of judgm...
2024-02-0647 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersLeading With Purpose: A Conversation with Rosa Lupo on the Law, Mentorship, Community Involvement and Leading Beyond BoundariesIn this episode, we welcome Rosa Lupo. Rosa is a partner based in the Waterloo office of the Corporate Commercial Group with Gowling WLG, a global law firm. Her specialties include commercial real estate law both locally and globally. Rosa shares with us the story of how watching the show L.A. Law influenced her decision to become a lawyer. We discuss the importance of using different leadership styles depending on the situation, and Rosa shares her views on mentorship and the importance of letting go of stereotypes and guilt in your career journey.We...
2024-01-2445 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterWelcome to the Growth Mixtape Podcast: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterHi, I'm Bob Mathers and welcome to the Growth Mixtape, a podcast where I talk to the most interesting people you may not have come across yet. I find that these conversations give me new insights and perspectives about topics I didn’t know existed.Please join me for stories from engaging leaders in business, the sciences, academia and the arts. It is these unexpected collisions that I’m excited to explore in this new podcast; the further from our comfort zone, the better. My goal in every episode is to provide you with a surprising insight that you can a...
2024-01-2401 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersFighting for More: Inspirational Stories of Life Inside and Outside the Ring with Mandy Bujold In the latest episode of our podcast, we had the pleasure of interviewing Mandy Bujold, a Canadian boxer who has made a name for herself on the international stage. From her humble beginnings in Kitchener, Ontario, to her rise to fame as a two-time Pan American Games gold medalist, Mandy's story is one of perseverance and determination.During the episode, Mandy shared her journey to becoming a professional boxer, which included overcoming numerous obstacles such as funding challenges and sexist attitudes within the sport. She also spoke about her experiences competing at the highest level and what i...
2024-01-1042 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersLeadership, Mentorship, and Innovation: Martha's Breithaupt's Impact on Science and Business in CanadaOn today’s episode we welcome Martha Breithaupt. We talk about innovation, the dangers of the ‘broken rung’ as an obstacle women face on the path to senior leadership, the state of science, Martha’s newest venture, which is devoted to innovation in both the science and business sectors and R&D tax credits, which are more interesting than you might think! We also talk about the importance of mentorship. Martha shares her personal journey of actively seeking mentors throughout her career and how building a diverse network and actively seeking guidance from experienced professionals can significantly enhance...
2023-12-1332 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersA Journey from Co-Founder to Mentor: Entrepreneurial Insights with Tricia MumbyWelcome to today's episode! We are thrilled to have Tricia Mumby as our guest. Tricia is an accomplished entrepreneur, co-founder of Mabel's Labels, and guiding force in the business world. During our conversation, Tricia shared her passion for buying URLs, her current interest in Bleisure travel, and her business book club. We also get an exclusive look behind the scenes of Mabel's Labels, where Tricia reveals the story of its genesis, growth, and eventual acquisition by Avery, the world's largest printing company. Since then, Tricia hasn’t slowed down, and we talk about what she’s up...
2023-11-2940 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersLessons In Leadership: Showing Up and Asking Questions with Jane KlugmanToday we welcome Jane Klugman to the podcast. Jane is an amazing leader, whose career has taken her through entrepreneurship, real estate, and business development. Jane is also the Honourary Colonel for the Royal Highland Fusiliers of Canada, making her the first woman in the history of the Regiment to hold this esteemed position.Join us as Jane takes us on a journey from her first job at a cottage resort at the age of 11 to her current role in commercial real estate. Discover the lessons learned during her early days in business development at the City o...
2023-11-1543 minVoices of Leadership | Leadership Stories | Women Leadership | Female FoundersLuminary Leadership, Women Leadership and Stories of TrailblazersWelcome to the inaugural episode of Voices of Leadership. On today’s episode, we welcome Ginny Dybenko, a serial high achiever who has recently retired, for the fourth time. We talk about topics such as the International Women's Forum (IWF), leadership styles, our fondness for Amazon ordering and our perpetual race against GPS.Ginny recounts her experiences through her various careers, from the corporate world to academia. Her stories are filled with laughter, eye-rolling moments, and invaluable lessons.Leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about making a lasting impact.Con...
2023-11-0145 min
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTRewriting The History Books: The Remarkable Rise Of Australia's Amy BunnageToday on the podcast is the one and only Amy Bunnage!
Amy is an incredibly talented and hard-working individual who has rewritten the history books over the past few years. Amy has run 2:09 in the 800m, 4:14 in the 1500m, 8:51 in the 3k, and 15:31 in the 5k, all as a high schooler. She has won more Australian championships than I can keep track of. She will be competing for Stanford University this Fall.
If you're looking for inspiration, motivation, or just an all-around impressive person to listen to, look no...
2023-04-3030 min
Talk Like a Mother: Parenting Autism PodcastS13: Visions of the Future E3: Interview with Amy SchlueterThis is a must listen to episode! We had the pleasure of speaking to Amy Schlueter about her adult autistic son Alex. We discuss the transition from young adult to adult, the guardianship process, systemic issues during the transition, and how we all look down the path of where our kids will land when they head out into the world. Amy is insightful and inspiring in the way she views not only the world but her approach to an autism diagnosis.
Amy is a mom of two kids. Her daughter Hannah is 27, and her son Alex is 25. A...
2022-10-0353 min
The HPP PodcastS2 Ep. 24 Exploring Sustainability Factors for a Colorectal Cancer Screening Program with Dara SchlueterIn this episode, Dara Schlueter discusses colorectal cancer incidence, screening, and factors related to screening. She explains the success of the Colorectal Cancer Control Program and it's importance against a preventable condition.
This episode references the article titled "Factors That Support Sustainability of Health Systems Change to Increase Colorectal Cancer Screening in Primary Care Clinics: A Longitudinal Qualitative Study" by Dara Schlueter, MPH, Amy DeGroff, PhD, Cindy Soloe, MPH, Laura Arena, MPH, Stephanie Melillo, MPH, Florence Tangka, PhD, Sonja Hoover, MPP, and Sujha Subramanian, PhD.
2022-07-1124 min
Living the Sky Life - Our Autism JourneyS2: Episode 68 - An inspirational mom who encourages her adult son to be independent and follow his passion for artAmy Schlueter and her husband Jim are parents to Hannah (25) and Alex (24, ASD). She spends her time helping Alex navigate the world of young adults with special needs and cultivating his unique talent as an artist. She has come to love sharing her story as a mom of an older child on the autism spectrum. She, Jim, and Alex live on West Lake Okoboji in NW Iowa. Please visit Alex the Artist | Autism Awareness to see Alex’s collection of beautiful work. You can connect with Amy on FB: @alex the artist or IG: @alex.the.artistasd
2021-03-0359 min
Momming AutismEpisode 19: Momming Autism Interview with Amy SchlueterWelcome to another episode of the Momming Autism podcast! Today we're joined by a fellow autism mom that we both admire and adore, Amy Schlueter of Alex the Artist. Join us as Amy talks to us about sibling support, advice for moms of a newly diagnosed child, and more about about Alex’s art and their amazing journey. You can learn more about Amy and her amazing family on Facebook at Alex the Artist, their webpage at www.alextheartist.com and Instagram at alex.the.artistasd. The Momming Autism podcast is a place to provide a positive platform for par...
2021-03-0135 min