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Boomer Banter, Real Talk about Aging WellBoomer Banter: Let's Talk Legacy and Life Lessons!Today, we're diving into a topic that's super important but often overlooked: capturing the stories of our loved ones. You know, it's not just about the money or the stuff we leave behind; it's about the voices, the values, and the experiences that shape us. Our guest, Elena Iacono, is all about helping families preserve these precious memories through guided conversations that turn into beautiful keepsakes. She’s on a mission to remind us that we need to start asking those meaningful questions now before it's too late. So grab a comfy seat and a snack, because we're about to...
2026-03-0332 min
Echoes of UsHome BrewedLegacy isn’t just about wealth — it’s about the wisdom, values, and stories that shape who we are.In this episode, Elena Iacono speaks with Steve Beauchesne, CEO of Family Enterprise Canada, about the growing shift in how families think about inheritance. As wealth alone proves unable to anchor the next generation, families are searching for new ways to preserve what truly lasts; their insights, voices, and lived lessons.A powerful conversation about the human side of inheritance , and why LegacyNex is proud to be at the forefront of this emerging movement.
2025-11-0929 minEchoes of UsStories Over StuffMallory McGrath from Viive Planning is changing how Canadians are thinking about estate planning. In this episode, we dive into why storytelling and open communication aren’t just nice-to-haves — they’re the key to building deeper family connections and shaping the legacy you want to leave.
2025-09-1725 minEchoes of UsBeyond the LedgerIn this episode, Elena Iacono sits down with Christine Van Cauwenberghe, Head of Financial Planning at IG Wealth Management and author of Wealth Planning Strategies for Canadians (2026 Edition) — a leading voice in estate and wealth planning across the country.Christine shares why she believes every estate plan should capture more than just financial wishes — it should reflect the person behind it. From protecting vulnerable individuals to rethinking how advisors engage with clients, Christine offers powerful insights into why legacy storytelling isn’t just a “nice to have” — it’s essential.Whether you’re planning for the future or guid...
2025-07-2222 minEchoes of UsGuiding GrowthIn this episode, Elena Iacono and Dr. Paul Edelman — a coach, educator, and facilitator who helps families navigate leadership transitions and meaningful conversations in complicated times — come together to explore why true legacy isn’t about what you leave behind, but about what you set in motion.They unpack what holds people back from having meaningful conversations, how to foster a culture of reflection, and why guiding growth across generations is one of the most important roles any of us can play.If you work with families, advise them, or care about the values you’re passing...
2025-07-1019 minEchoes of UsLegacy on the TableIn this powerful episode of Echoes of Us, Elena Iacono is joined by Kirstin Beardsley, CEO of Food Banks Canada, for an intimate conversation about the true meaning of legacy. Together, they unpack how generosity takes many forms — not just through wealth, but through time, kindness, and the stories we share. Kirstin offers a heartfelt look at how acts of giving ripple through communities and generations, and why storytelling is one of the most meaningful ways we can leave a mark. This is a conversation about shaping futures, building hope, and redefining what it means to give something of our...
2025-06-2317 minEchoes of UsA Ruby's StoryIn this episode of Echoes of Us, I sit down with Dan Pontefract — leadership strategist, author, and champion of workplace culture — to explore how legacy storytelling isn’t about building monuments to ourselves, but about offering scaffolding for others. We talk about how personal stories teach us to love more deeply, not just romantically, but in how we appreciate life, people, and moments.Dan draws on Indigenous storytelling traditions, reminding us that while AI offers incredible possibilities, it can’t replace the human connection that stories forge. It’s through these exchanges that wisdom is passed down and meaning...
2025-06-1221 minEchoes of UsFrom Ice to InfluenceWho inspires the people at the top? In this episode of Echoes of Us, I sit down with Cyril Leeder, CEO and President of the Ottawa Senators, for a candid conversation about leadership, legacy, and the people who left their mark on his life.From early mentors to pivotal career moments, Cyril reflects on the lessons that stuck, the values that guide him, and the echoes of others that still shape the way he leads today. It’s a reminder that none of us get here alone — and that the stories we carry forward can light the way fo...
2025-06-0609 minEchoes of UsMoney Isn’t the Whole StoryIn this episode of Echoes of Us, Elena Iacono sits down with renowned Canadian financial journalist Renée Sylvestre-Williams (Globe and Mail, CBC, Toronto Star, Money Sense, The Walrus, The Budgette) for a conversation that moves beyond dollars and cents. Together, they unpack why legacy is so often reduced to financial assets, and what can happen when we expand that definition.From life lessons and personal values to the stories that shape us, they explore how legacy storytelling is gaining ground in the wealth management space — and why our lived experiences may be the most meaningful gifts we p...
2025-05-3024 minEchoes of UsLittle ingredientsIn this episode, I’m joined by the remarkable Caterina Lo Mascolo Minthe — a woman whose life weaves together art, courage, and global connection. Born in Canada to Sicilian and Polish parents, Caterina is a publisher, editor and founder of the book publishing house Mazara Edition. She is also a contributing writer at Condé Nast's Vogue Arabia — a true force of nature in the world of storytelling. Her celebrated interviews with icons like Julia Roberts, Giorgio Armani, Monica Bellucci, and Queen Farah Pahlavi reflect her lyrical, thoughtful approach to storytelling.We explore the often invisible pressur...
2025-05-1515 minEchoes of UsValues to Live ByIn this episode of Echoes of Us, global philanthropist Jay McCauley reminds us that the values we carry aren’t just personal — they quietly shape how we lead, live, and impact the world around us. This conversation invites us to capture the voices and wisdom of those we love, preserving the lessons that not only shape lives, but build stronger communities and cultures for generations to come. Follow Jay on Instagram - @jay.mccauleyFollow LegacyNex on Instagram - @legacynexofficial
2025-05-1211 minEchoes of UsSeeds for a Meaningful LifeIn this special episode of Echoes of Us, I sit down with Dr. Michelle McQuaid — award-winning well-being expert, LinkedIn mental health thought leader, and loving granddaughter of an well-respected Australian farmer — to explore how the seeds planted by those before us shape the lives we lead today.Michelle reflects on the lessons passed down from her grandfather’s fields to her global work in well-being, leadership, and systems change. Together, we unpack how legacy storytelling isn’t just about preserving the past — it’s about finding clarity, resilience, and new ways forward.This conversation is a powerful remi...
2025-05-0726 minEchoes of UsThe Ripple Effect: From Grandfather to CEOIn this premiere episode, Elena Iacono sits down with Jeff Schwartz, President and CEO of Go Lime, to explore the lasting impact one person can have across generations. Jeff shares the wisdom, values, and unforgettable words of his grandfather — and how those insights continue to shape his life and leadership today. It’s a thought-provoking conversation about the true meaning of legacy: the impact we leave through the stories we tell, the lessons we share, and the lives we touch.Echoes of Us is a LegacyNex production.
2025-05-0417 minEchoes of UsTrailerIn this special preview episode, host Elena Iacono introduces Echoes of Us — a LegacyNex production about presence, reflection, and the quiet power of story. Discover what the show is all about, who you’ll meet, and why now is the perfect time to start asking the questions and gathering the moments that truly matter.Because the stories we share today become the echoes that guide tomorrow.
2025-05-0101 min
Rabbitt Stew ComicsEpisode 499Comic Reviews: Marvel Nick Fury vs. Fin Fang Foom 1 by J. Michael Straczynski, Elena Casagrande, Mattia Iacono Marvel Unlimited Beastly Buddies 10 by Steve Foxe, Armand Bodnar, KJ Diaz Dark Horse Assassin's Creed: Mirage – A Soar of Eagles 1 by Michael Avon Oeming, Mirko Colak, Lauren Affe From the World of Minor Threats: Welcome to Twilight 1 by Matt Fraction, Patton Oswalt, Jordan Blum, Michael Allred, Laura Allred Image Assorted Crisis Events 1 by Deniz Camp, Eric Zawadzki, Jordie Bellaire Mad Cave Dark Pyramid 1 by Paul Tobin, PJ Holden, Sara Colella OGN Countdown The Worlds of H.P. Lovecraft: The Call of Ct...
2025-03-232h 15
Moolala: Money Made Simple with Bruce SelleryDon’t Forget Values, Wisdom and Memories in Your Estate PlanEstate plans can include values, wisdom, and memories an not just money. LegacyNex is a service that helps people document these things. To take us through how it works we have the founder, Elena Iacono, join us.
Find out more at legacynex.com and connect on LinkedIn and Instagram.
2025-02-1209 minMoolala: Money Made Simple with Bruce SelleryHow to Take an “Adult Gap Year” | Full EpisodeImagine taking a year off work, by choice, and long before your retirement. Jillian Johnsrud, a coach who helps people take career breaks, tells us how to prepare financially. Then, the rise of the “renting” economy. Carolyn McClanahan, certified financial planner and founder of Life Planning Partners takes us through the pros and cons of renting. And a Vanguard study suggests that the “Great Wealth Transfer” may be a “Great Disappointment” for some young investors. Mario Cianfarani, from Vanguard Investment Canada Inc., tells us about the findings. Plus, we’ll speak with Elena Iacono, founder of LegacyNex, a platform that helps people...
2025-02-1252 min
Gli innovatoriDAY 2) CORPORATE INNOVATION - Parte 2In questo episodio speciale, registrato durante l'evento "DIGITAL INNOVATION DAYS - HUMAN POWERFULNESS" tenutosi nelle giornate dell’ 8,9 e 10 ottobre a Milano, ci concentriamo sulla seconda parte della giornata del 9 ottobre, dedicata all’evoluzione dell’innovazione e del digitale. Ascolta le testimonianze di Elena Setaro, Nello Iacono, Daniela Mosca, Massimo Bullo, Francesca Picasso e Simone Guzzardi che raccontano la loro visione sul futuro del mondo del Digitale.
2024-10-3113 min
Ingenious ThinkersThe Power of Workplace Well-Being | Ingenious ThinkersJoining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Elena Iacono. Elena works at TELUS and supports the a advancement of the organization’s industry-leading well-being and mental health strategy to help keep team members well.
2024-08-0232 min
Sturdy Glass SpongesRite of passageI’m done with mental models that no longer keep me healthy. It sounds like I’m on the right track as Dr. Diane McIntosh – renowned and esteemed Canadian psychiatrist, educator, and author – joins me on this concluding episode of Sturdy Glass Sponges.
According to Dr. McIntosh, the world has never been more open to finding ways to expanding the horizons on mental health, and she shares her insightful take on how it is that we can overcome life’s hardships, draw on internal strengths that are never too late to form, and tap into the value of saying no to...
2023-12-1833 min
Sturdy Glass SpongesCare for allIt’s alarming to know that at any point in time, 1 in 3 Canadians are struggling with their mental health and those who do feel they need mental health care, can’t access it. It’s unbelievable to think that in this day and age, a time where we’re constantly hearing about the importance of getting help, access to care still isn’t equitable.
Psychological services are proven to be an effective way to improve people’s mental health and allow them to participate fully in their life, work, and community. Many resources are free and in this episode...
2023-03-1635 min
Sturdy Glass SpongesLean into UsWhat is a friendship? And why does it sometimes feel hard to define the word the older we get? This episode explores this topic and more as specifically asked for by my podcast listeners. I’m joined by Dr. Miriam Kirmayer, a nationally respected and esteemed relationship psychologist who gives it to us in a straight and clear way.
Social well-being is vital to our total health and while research continues to show just how important friendship is, we’re living in a time where social avoidance is becoming the norm. Someone recently tried to tell me it’s...
2023-03-0940 min
Sturdy Glass SpongesPurpose after pauseWhen glass sponges, deep-sea animals, are threatened or injured, they physically shut themselves off so they can recalibrate their next move. This innate ability to take care of themselves isn’t lost on me – we’ll never escape life’s curveballs and downfalls but it doesn’t mean in any way whatsoever that we’re incapable of taking care of ourselves so that we can move forward. And that we can create something of value, purpose, hope, and truth, for ourselves. Just like we deserve.
Anxiety stems from so many contributing factors – some psychosocial, some biological, some environmental...
2023-02-231h 01
Sturdy Glass SpongesPost-traumatic growthThis is part 2 of Episode 6 - split into two separate conversations where I’m joined by the ever so inspiring, and Canada’s leading psychological health and safety in the workplace leader, Mary Ann Baynton, and a behavioural scientist and organizational coach and thought-leader in the San Diego area, Victoria Tucker.
Listen on to hear my chat with Mary Ann Baynton who gives us a look at her rich thinking on pragmatic, yet deeply methodical ideas to empower good mental health in the workplace, while helping people stay healthy and psychologically safe so they can live and work...
2023-02-1545 min
Sturdy Glass SpongesStrands of glassIn this episode, split out into two parts, I’m shifting the well-being discussion to the workplace. Knowing that we all carry our personal experiences with us, we might at times have a ton on our minds and the interactions we have with each other can impact not only how we feel, but our vision for the future.
I’m joined by the ever so inspiring, and Canada’s leading psychological health and safety in the workplace leader, Mary Ann Baynton, and a behavioural scientist and organizational coach and thought-leader in the San Diego area, Victoria Tucker.
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2023-02-1533 min
Sturdy Glass SpongesBe worthBe worth: comes from the Latin word “Valere” – in English? Value. Which is defined as the worth, usefulness, or importance of someone or something.
Not knowing who we’re supposed to be can be triggering – stress and anxiety can creep into our lives when we’re on the hunt to create meaning for ourselves. My conversation with this episode’s guest made me realize three things: that purpose comes from self-knowledge, needs to be created and not found, and that it grows from our personal experiences and challenges.
Perhaps, then, the work we do to figure out our...
2023-02-0543 min
Sturdy Glass SpongesWhile I breathe, I hopeEvery day, we have the opportunity to reframe our attitudes, no matter what we’ve previously experienced. In this episode, we meet Jodi Baxter – a community giving professional and mother of two who lives knowing that at any moment, her eldest son could be unwell. Family health scares are emotional and hard to deal with and yet, like Jodi shows us, they give way to stronger moments of consideration, empathy, and understanding. Jodi inspires us to remember to take stock of what really matters and by doing so total well-being for ourselves, and those around us, is possible.
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2023-02-0142 min
Sturdy Glass SpongesOur better selves call onI’ve always been fascinated by the theoretical learnings psychology has to offer and to give my entire podcast series, Sturdy Glass Sponges, some legs, Professor Emeritus (Trent University) and clinical psychologist Dr. Paul Wong joins me on my next episode.
We look at his evolving well-being framework, that he’s currently using with his clients, to take into consideration how it is that life’s challenges and drawbacks end up making us whole. No one deserves to deal with the dark sides of life, but it’s important that we avoid dismissing the experiences we least enjoy be...
2023-01-2733 min
Sturdy Glass SpongesLet's just focus on nowMade up of glass properties, Glass Sponges are ancient underwater animals that are durable, yet delicate. Unshatterable. And the more I learn about them, the more I realize a sense of sustainable well-being that metaphorically applies to our lives too.
In this episode, we meet Melissa Day, who shares her initial reactions to her cancer diagnosis and lets us in on how she acknowledged and later accepted her new path forward. Melissa reminds us that acceptance is not apathy. It’s about coming to terms with what is real. Irrefutably, irrevocably true. Acceptance is saying I care de...
2023-01-2340 min
Sturdy Glass SpongesThe only way around is throughIn this episode of Sturdy Glass Sponges, we meet Jon MacDonald who by the age of 18, had lost his dad, his mom, and his oldest brother. It’s impossible to comprehend what life was like for him. The light in his world wasn’t just dimmed, it was completely shut off. We’re going to learn how he picked up the pieces and once again, was able to carry himself forward by reigniting his light. It involves a faithful encounter with Lieutenant-General and celebrated humanitarian Roméo Dallaire, some really hard inner work, and a no holds bar attitude at livi...
2023-01-2353 min
Sturdy Glass SpongesTrailer: Sturdy Glass SpongesLife is so short and we want it to be light - why, then, do moments of pain and suffering stop us in our tracks? What's the point of it all? We might not know the answers to the questions we ask about why bad things occur, but I think instead, we can change the questions we're asking. I'm Elena Iacono and my new podcast Sturdy Glass Sponges, takes a deep dive in the world of personal suffering, pain, and trauma, to arrive at a place of renewed well-being.
In each of my episodes, we'll hear the p...
2023-01-2104 min
Access Ideas#5 From Languishing to Finding Flow: Well-being at Work with Elena IaconoElena Iacono designs and facilitates well-being and mental health programs to help people thrive in the workplace. Looking back to our initial podcast conversation in 2021 on Audiobook Reviews in Five Minutes, we revisit timely themes, including managing stress, toxic positivity, languishing, finding new ways to thrive, and finding flow. 02:07 Our current state and the mental health landscape06:03 Withdrawal and isolation07:00 What is toxic workplace culture?10:00 The dark side of innovative culture14:45 What is toxic positivity?22:31 Languishing in 2021 (Adam Grant)26:44 Flow (Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi)37:59 Book a...
2022-02-1548 min
The Biz Dojo🔒 S3E12 - Creating Space for Well-Being w/Elena IaconoSubscriber-only episodeThis week in The Biz Dojo, we're joined by Elena Iacono, a communications and well-being expert, cookbook author, and much (much!) more. Elena shares her perspectives on how to create safe spaces for well-being, and we discuss how to lead through challenging conversations about well-being in the workplace. She also shares he perspectives on the global movement towards better understanding of mental health challenges, and how to ensure you're able to connect with and support your friends and family when they need it most. So, cook up a delicious snack and p...
2021-10-2610 min
Audiobook Reviews in Five MinutesA conversation with Elena Iacono: What insights can we bring to our post-pandemic lives?In today’s extended episode, I chat with Elena Iacono. Elena is a professional colleague of mine who helps empower people to support their well-being and mental health, including flexible resources and compassionate workplace practices. Elena has inspired me with her passion for exploring food and gardening. When her grandmother died in April 2020 during the early days of the pandemic, Elena lovingly replicated her Nonna’s cherished recipes in a cookbook, which she used to raise more than $60,000 for Food Banks Canada, roughly the equivalent of 200,000 meals.
Elena and I share a love of non-fiction, especially evidence-based work...
2021-07-0634 min
Rabbitt Stew ComicsEpisode 276Comics Review: Batman/Catwoman 1 by Tom King, Clay Mann, Tomeu Morey Justice League: Endless Winter 1 by Ron Marz, Andy Lanning, Howard Porter, Marco Santucci, Hi-Fi, Arif Prianto Tales From the Dark Multiverse: Wonder Woman - War of the Gods 1 by Vita Ayala, Ariel Olivetti, Trish Mulvihill Marvels Snapshots: Civil War by Saladin Ahmed, Kurt Busiek, Ryan Kelly Fantastic Four: Road Trip by Christopher Cantwell, Filipe Andrade, Chris O'Halloran King in Black 1 by Donny Cates, Ryan Stegman, JP Mayer, Frank Martin M.O.D.O.K.: Head Games 1 by Jordan Blum, Patton Oswalt, Scott Hepburn Union 1 by Paul Grist...
2020-12-102h 56
PWE & ME Podcast“Mindset Matters” interview w/ Elena Iacono“Mindset Matters” interview w/ Elena Iacono
2019-04-1630 min