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Sparking RadianceDon't Quit Now! With Genny PerezSend us a textHow often do you find yourself ready to throw in the towel as the year winds down? Join me, Genny Perez, on the Sparking Radiance podcast, where we'll unpack the secret to turning those feelings of defeat into fuel for perseverance. Using Albert Einstein's timeless wisdom, "Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow," we explore the art of holding steady when the going gets tough. Whether you're chasing health goals, building a business, or nurturing personal relationships, the final stretch of the year can be...
2024-11-1430 min
Sparking RadianceThe Gratitude Effect! With Genny PerezSend us a textWhat if the simple act of listing three things you're grateful for each day could transform your life? Join me, Genny Perez, as I share an eye-opening journey of gratitude and thankfulness that began with a visit to a local thrift store and a heartwarming event at a center for displaced children. This experience, rich with the warmth of community and love, prompted reflections on home, family, and the everyday blessings we often overlook. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, I invite you to embrace gratitude as...
2024-10-3130 min
Sparking RadianceFill Your Bucket! With Genny PerezSend us a textWhere do you want to see the most Growth in your life?Genny Perez reflects on the journey of Sparking Radiance and the incredible community we've built together. As we explore how to find deeper fulfillment beyond our daily routines, I want to know—what areas of your life are you focused on growing? Whether it’s mindset, relationships, health, or career, share your thoughts so I can craft future episodes to inspire and support your journey.Reflecting on a heartwarming lesson from my six-year-old daughter, Roziah, we e...
2024-10-2416 min
Sparking RadianceThe Art of Being Good Enough! With Genny PerezSend us a textCreating marketing videos for my business filled me with dread—until my husband and I confronted my perfectionism head-on. Ever found yourself paralyzed by the need for everything to be flawless? Join me, Genny Perez, as I share my journey of realizing how perfectionism was blocking my creative flow and learn how I’m working to overcome it. We’ll explore how the relentless pursuit of perfect outcomes can stifle innovation and why acknowledging our imperfections might just be the key to success. Drawing on personal experiences and in...
2024-10-1728 min
Sparking RadianceBlock it Out! With Genny PerezSend us a textEver found yourself overwhelmed by the chaos of an unstructured day? Join me, Genny Perez, as I share a deeply personal moment when my husband pointed out my struggle with lack of structure, leading to an important revelation: the need to take control of my time. We'll explore how meticulously planning your day can transform your life, just as it has for many successful individuals. Learn about the powerful techniques of time blocking and task batching that can help you regain control over your schedule, reduce the overwhelming feeling of chaos, and make...
2024-09-2634 min
Sparking RadianceRoll With It! With Genny PerezSend us a textWelcome to Sparking Radiance, where we collaborate to discover the inner light within each of us, striving to make it shine brightly! I'm Genny Perez, your host, a business owner, mother, and friend, sharing my journey of balancing life with passion and purpose.In each episode, you'll find support, effective tools, and a vibrant community focused on personal and professional growth. Join us each week as we explore ways to thrive in every aspect of life, from building a business to nurturing relationships.Follow us on Instagram and join...
2024-09-1925 min
Sparking RadianceDecisions, Decisions! With Genny PerezSend us a textWelcome to Sparking Radiance, where we collaborate to discover the inner light within each of us, striving to make it shine brightly! I'm Genny Perez, your host, a business owner, mother, and friend, sharing my journey of balancing life with passion and purpose.In each episode, you'll find support, effective tools, and a vibrant community focused on personal and professional growth. Join us each week as we explore ways to thrive in every aspect of life, from building a business to nurturing relationships.Follow us on Instagram and join...
2024-09-1227 min
Sparking RadianceDear Me, It's Me. With Genny PerezSend us a textWelcome to Sparking Radiance, where we collaborate to discover the inner light within each of us, striving to make it shine brightly! I'm Genny Perez, your host, a business owner, mother, and friend, sharing my journey of balancing life with passion and purpose.In each episode, you'll find support, effective tools, and a vibrant community focused on personal and professional growth. Join us each week as we explore ways to thrive in every aspect of life, from building a business to nurturing relationships.Follow us on Instagram and join...
2024-09-0531 min
Sparking RadianceWinning! With Genny PerezSend us a textWelcome to Sparking Radiance, where we collaborate to discover the inner light within each of us, striving to make it shine brightly! I'm Genny Perez, your host, a business owner, mother, and friend, sharing my journey of balancing life with passion and purpose.In each episode, you'll find support, effective tools, and a vibrant community focused on personal and professional growth. Join us each week as we explore ways to thrive in every aspect of life, from building a business to nurturing relationships.Follow us on Instagram and join...
2024-08-2928 min
Sparking RadianceGo Ahead, Take that Break! With Genny PerezSend us a textWelcome to Sparking Radiance, where we collaborate to discover the inner light within each of us, striving to make it shine brightly! I'm Genny Perez, your host, a business owner, mother, and friend, sharing my journey of balancing life with passion and purpose.In each episode, you'll find support, effective tools, and a vibrant community focused on personal and professional growth. Join us each week as we explore ways to thrive in every aspect of life, from building a business to nurturing relationships.Follow us on Instagram and join...
2024-08-2233 min
Sparking RadianceConnectively Disconnected With Genny PerezSend us a textWelcome to Sparking Radiance, where we collaborate to discover the inner light within each of us, striving to make it shine brightly! I'm Genny Perez, your host, a business owner, mother, and friend, sharing my journey of balancing life with passion and purpose.In each episode, you'll find support, effective tools, and a vibrant community focused on personal and professional growth. Join us each week as we explore ways to thrive in every aspect of life, from building a business to nurturing relationships.Follow us on Instagram and join...
2024-08-1530 min
Sparking RadianceThe Power of Letting Go With GennySend us a textWelcome to Sparking Radiance, where we collaborate to discover the inner light within each of us, striving to make it shine brightly! I'm Genny Perez, your host, a business owner, mother, and friend, sharing my journey of balancing life with passion and purpose.In each episode, you'll find support, effective tools, and a vibrant community focused on personal and professional growth. Join us each week as we explore ways to thrive in every aspect of life, from building a business to nurturing relationships.Follow us on Instagram and join...
2024-08-0833 min
Sparking RadianceTaking The First Step With GennySend us a textWelcome to Sparking Radiance, where we collaborate to discover the inner light within each of us, striving to make it shine brightly! I'm Genny Perez, your host, a business owner, mother, and friend, sharing my journey of balancing life with passion and purpose.In each episode, you'll find support, effective tools, and a vibrant community focused on personal and professional growth. Join us each week as we explore ways to thrive in every aspect of life, from building a business to nurturing relationships.Follow us on Instagram and join...
2024-08-0126 min
Coffee With Genny BThe Pause That RefreshesAfter the stock market crash in 1929, times were tough and moral was low. Coca Cola created a marketing campaign with the slogan, “The pause that refreshes”. It became more than a simple tagline but a cultural catchphrase. It served as a reminder to take a moment, to pause, and to enjoy a refreshing break and drink Coke of course!In this episode, Genny spoke about the importance of taking a pause; of taking a moment to consider whether you need to make changes in your life or to consider a new direction. She spoke about considering the pros...
2023-10-3015 minCoffee With Genny BShelby Olson, Co-Owner of Beauty Bark ChocolateChocolate that makes you glow from the inside out. You can find that saying on the home page of the Beauty Bark website.In this episode, Genny spoke with Shelby Olson, co-owner (along with her partner Evgeny Gotfrid) of Beauty Bark. It's a local Winnipeg company that produces Canada’s first naturally sweetened chocolate bark made with organic cacao and organic mushroom extracts.Shelby shared the story of how and why they created Beauty Bark. She always loved chocolate but found that eating most of the chocolate available in the stores started to have an ad...
2023-10-0235 minCoffee With Genny BAlix Loiselle, French Kiss Cook“You don’t have to cook fancy or complicated masterpieces – just good food from fresh ingredients.” – Julia ChildIn this episode, Genny spoke with Alix Loiselle. The former owner of La Belle Baguette, Alix is following his own culinary journey as a food content creator with “French Kiss Cook”. He originally conceptualized this idea in 2008, wanting to showcase and honour the family recipes he’s collected over the years. However, Alix chose to follow a different culinary path, working as a baker, which culminated in creating his own bakery.With “French Kiss Cook” (a play on the chef’s kiss...
2023-09-2541 minCoffee With Genny BCoffee Chat with Stephanie Robinson, The Culture Detective“Not all who wander are lost.” – J.R.R. TolkienIn this episode, Genny spoke with her friend Stephanie Robinson. A graphic designer for the past 20 years, Stephanie shared how she came up with the name, “The Culture Detective”. It was over a conversation with her best friend, Teri Hoffard, as to what her strengths were and what she could do in her spare time or, more precisely, what she was already doing. Stephanie liked the name and thought it was a perfect outlet for her creative strengths and talents.She shared that being The Culture De...
2023-09-1834 minCoffee With Genny BWalk This WayIn this episode, Genny spoke about being inspired by the song, “Walk This Way” by Aerosmith to talk about walking. And speaking of inspiration, she shared the story of how Aerosmith was inspired to write this song.Genny shared that according to vocabulary.com, there are 25 ways of walking such as hiking, strolling, and striding. And, depending on the type of walking you do, it will determine the different types of benefits that you can experience. For instance, the physical benefits of walking include strengthening bones and muscles; improving muscle endurance and cardiovascular fitness; maintaining healthy body weig...
2023-09-1120 minCoffee With Genny BExpect the Unexpected“Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!” – Monty Python’s Flying CircusIn this episode, Genny spoke about the movie, “Sliding Doors”, where the character (played by Gwyneth Paltrow), catches the train but in an alternate storyline, misses the train. She also mentioned the adage, “when one door closes, another opens” in reference to embracing possibilities and opportunities.To expect the unexpected is to know there will be surprises along the way and that things cannot be controlled. Life is imperfect so it’s important to be prepared for anything at anytime. It’s about embracing surprises and enjoying the ant...
2023-09-0524 minCoffee With Genny BCoffee Chat with Matthew Sieben, Owner Railway Roasters“As a roaster, you need to have a passion for coffee, a passion for people, and immense pride in your work.” - Adri Roux, Owner of Rouxbean Coffee RoasteryIn this episode, Genny spoke with Matthew Sieben, owner of Railway Roasters. A chartered professional accountant and partnerships manager with Gustin Quon, he discovered his passion for coffee on a road trip driving a school friend to Victoria. Along the way, they stopped in Calgary and stayed at an Airbnb. The next morning, the owner took them to her favourite coffee shop, which was Phil & Sebastian, located in downto...
2023-08-281h 02Coffee With Genny BThe Mountain is You“It’s not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.” Sir Edmund Hillary, New Zealand mountaineer and explorer, who along with his Sherpa Tenzing Norgay, were the first to set foot on the summit of Mount Everest on May 29, 1954.In this episode, Genny spoke about the book, “The Mountain is You” by Brianna Wiest. She discovered an excerpt of Brianna’s book posted on Instagram and was so taken by her words that she wanted to buy a copy of her book. However, Genny chose instead to listen to the book on Audible during her morning walks. In that book...
2023-08-2123 minCoffee With Genny BAlyson Shane, President of Starling Social Inc.Every business has a story. How are you telling yours?That’s the first line you’ll see when you visit the Starling Social website.In this episode, Genny spoke with Alyson Shane, President of Starling Social, an award winning, full service digital marketing agency celebrating 9 years in business. A writer, speaker, teacher and mentor, with more than 22 years experience publishing content on the web, Alyson leads a team of “nimble creatives” (as she fondly calls them), who bring a combined 100+ years of marketing experience to the table.A graduate of the University of Winni...
2023-08-141h 02Coffee With Genny BChristine Colwell, Energy Oasis Wellness Therapy“All around you are spirits, child. They live in the earth, the water, the sky. If you listen, they will guide you.” Grandmother Willow, PocahontasIn this episode, Genny shared her fascination with the spirit world. She referenced the movie, “Ghost” and that Whoopi Goldberg played a medium who could see and talk with spirits. Genny also spoke about the movie, “The Sixth Sense”, and spoke about her experience using the Ouija Board as a teenager.To learn more about the spirit world, the after life, or whatever you want to call it, Genny spoke with Christine...
2023-08-081h 21Coffee With Genny BWho Am I?When you meet someone for the first time, you want to know who they are. So, your first questions might be, “So, tell me about yourself.” To which you might respond by telling them what you do for a living, share that you’re married and/or have kids and/or have grandchildren, and perhaps your hobbies. They might ask further questions or ask to clarify something, and this could go on talking about different aspects of who you are.In episode 111, Genny shared that this is not really all of who you are. Because there is more t...
2023-07-3143 minCoffee With Genny BSelf-Compassion“It’s not you, it’s me.” That’s a common break-up line used by someone wishing to end a relationship. Instead of telling the other person how they feel and why they need to break up, they are showing compassion for the other person, by breaking it to them gently and taking the blame or taking responsibility for their part in the break-up.In episode 109, Genny shared why she spoke about breaking up with someone, and suggested that perhaps we should break up with that part of ourselves; the part that isn’t working for us; that isn’t m...
2023-07-1721 minCoffee With Genny BZiv Traitelovich, Digital Marketing Expert and Graphic DesignerWhen you think about digital marketing, creative communications, or graphic design, learning the basics first is crucial. Consider how and where you will apply your talents and knowledge, and how it can help your clients and the people you work with.In episode 108, Genny spoke with Ziv Traitelovich, a digital marketing expert, graphic design veteran, and creative communications leader. A Digital Marketing Manager at St. John Ambulance MB, NT & NU, Ziv is also a graduate of the Graphic Design program at Red River College and the Public Relations, Marketing, and Strategic Communications program at The University of...
2023-07-101h 12Coffee With Genny BNicole Dubé, Founder DUBÉ MEDIAYou have a big presentation to give, or you’re ready to land media interviews or you want to share your story. So, what do you do? You hire the best professional who provide you with the best training.In episode 107, Genny spoke with Nicole Dubé, founder of DUBÉ MEDIA, A former news anchor and co-host of CTV Morning Live for the past 10 years, Nicole has over 20 years experience in media and journalism.Nicole spoke about how she got started in journalism. A high school senior, she interviewed a coach who happened to work at the...
2023-07-041h 08Coffee With Genny BThe Body KnowsIf you googled “body book”, the top response would be “The Body Book” by Cameron Diaz. But if you dig a little deeper, you’ll find a plethora of books about the body including “When the Body Says No” by Gabor Mate, “The Body” by Bill Bryson, “The Body Keeps the Score” by Bessel Van Der Kolk, and “The Body Knows” by Caroline Sutherland.In episode 106, Genny shared what each of these books can offer you in terms of information and guidance. In particular, she mentioned that the book by Gabor Mate talks about the cost of hidden stress, and spoke a...
2023-06-2621 minCoffee With Genny BJustin Ladia, Graphic Designer and Organizer of PechaKucha WinnipegCould you tell your story in 20 seconds? Hmmm…that doesn’t seem like a lot of time. But what if you had 400 seconds? Could you tell your story then?In episode 105, Genny spoke with Justin Ladia, organizer of PechaKucha Night Winnipeg. Created in Japan in 2003, PechaKucha (pronounced pechakcha) is Japanese for “chit chat”. It’s a free online and offline global storytelling platform that celebrates people, passion, and creative thought. Through a 20 x 20 presentation format, a slide show of 20 images auto advances after 20 seconds in a non-stop presentation of 400 seconds.A graphic designer with Tetro Design, (a...
2023-06-1937 minCoffee With Genny BCelebrating the 2nd Anniversary Episode with Matt CundillThis episode is celebrating the 2nd anniversary of the Coffee with Genny B podcast. What started for Genny in the spring of 2021 as a “let’s try this podcast thing and see where it goes” is now a testament to how she has grown as a podcaster and interviewer, how she has found her voice, and how committed she is to continuing on her journey.In this episode, Genny spoke with Matt Cundill, owner/operator of The Sound Off Media Company, an audio solutions group that provides voice overs, radio programming strategies, and podcast solutions. Matt also launch...
2023-06-1340 minCoffee With Genny BMegan Thomas, Owner of The Conscious VillageIn episode 103, Genny spoke with Megan Thomas, owner of The Conscious Village. An energy healer through ThetaHealing®, Human Design reader, meditation guide, and parenting coach, Megan shared that her experience with a Theta energy healing inspired her to want to offer that experience to others.In addition, her deep dive into the world of Human Design not only allowed her to understand her profile and how her energy works but also, allowed her to learn her children’s profiles and how to respond to their energy. That inspired her to shift her perspective and focus more on bei...
2023-06-0536 minCoffee With Genny BIt’s the Little Things“Enjoy the little things in life, because one day, you’ll look back and realize they were the big things.” Kurt VonnegutIn episode 102, Genny spoke about the importance of the little things; those moments that made a big impact on you. Those moments that brought a smile to your face when you thought about them.She shared an example of enjoying a delicious meal and looking forward to dessert and coffee, only to be disappointed by a less than delicious cup of coffee. And unfortunately, that cup of coffee is all she would remember from t...
2023-05-2921 minCoffee With Genny BHolistic Healing“If you just allow your body and mind to rest, the healing will come by itself.”Thich Nhat HanhIn episode 101, Genny spoke about holistic healing. The word “holistic” means dealing with the whole…your body, mind and soul. It focuses on the interconnectedness of these three and seeks to address the root causes of health issues rather than just treating symptoms.She mentioned that the body can heal itself, the mind can heal itself, and the soul can heal itself. She also mentioned that you can’t just heal one part but the whole.
2023-05-2221 minCoffee With Genny BCelebrating the 100th Episode with Shalinda KirbyThis episode is celebrating the 100th episode of the Coffee with Genny B podcast. When Genny started her podcast, she had no idea where it would lead her, how long it would last or even if it would. She spoke about the journey, and what she’s learned about herself, how she’s grown as a podcaster, and what she’s learned from all the amazing people she’s interviewed.As mentioned in episode 52, the idea for the podcast (and for the Coffee with Genny B business) was conceptualized because of a conversation she had with Linda Drosdowe...
2023-05-151h 07Coffee With Genny BCoffee Chat with Jordan Cieciwa, Workplace Wellness Consultant and Creator of the Fit City ProjectWorkplace health and wellness refers to efforts made by employers to promote and maintain the physical, mental and emotional well-being of their employees. These efforts can include a variety of programs and initiatives that aim to improve employee health, reduce workplace stress, create a positive work environment, and encourage a work-life balance.In episode 99, Genny spoke with Jordan Cieciwa, a workplace wellness consultant for the past 12 years, and creator of the Fit City Project. Known as “Fit City Jordan” on Instagram, Jordan is a seasoned and entrepreneurial Kinesiologist and thought leader on holistic wellness. Passionate about wellness, he c...
2023-05-0837 minCoffee With Genny BCoffee Chat with Trevis Boyd, owner of Black Pearl CoffeeSupporting local coffee roasters means you will always get freshly roasted coffee and have it delivered straight to your door for your coffee enjoyment. And if you’ve tried the coffee before, you know what to expect. However, if you’ve never tried the coffee, you are basing your choice on the tasting notes and hope that the coffee taste delivers. But what if you could visit a local roaster who happens to have a retail space where you can try the coffee first and then bring home your freshly roasted coffee?In episode 98, Genny spoke with Trev...
2023-05-0156 minCoffee With Genny BThe Skeleton KeyDid you know that 1 in 4 women and 1 in 6 men in the world experience domestic abuse?Domestic abuse is a type of abuse that happens in an intimate relationship, and often, it’s too hard to recognize them when you’re in that relationship. Abuse comes in many forms such as social, sexual, emotional, financial, physical, and more including instances of homicide.In episode 97, Genny shared that she was a victim of domestic abuse, and shared her story of how it started, what happened, and, ultimately, how she was able to leave the abuse behind.Ge...
2023-04-2441 minCoffee With Genny BCoffee Chat with Cheryl Zealand, Owner of Cranked EnergyPeanut butter is one of those foods that appeals to everyone on a different level and makes you happy such as PB&J on toast, eating it right out of the jar, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, peanut dipping sauce, and protein bars.Speaking of which, in episode 96, Genny spoke with Cheryl Zealand, who uses peanut butter as the base for all her protein bars, about how she started her business and how she created her bars.Cheryl shared that as a young stay-at-home mother, she wanted something nutritious for herself and her children, something wi...
2023-04-1747 minCoffee With Genny BStressed Spelled Backwards is DessertsIn episode 95, Genny offered her thoughts on this topic and suggested that if you read it left to right, you’re focusing more on the “negative” but if you read right to left, you’re focusing more on the “positive”. Genny shared the definition of stress as a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation. It prompts a response from us “fight or flight” to address challenges or threats. She explained that not all stress is bad, and offered examples of what can be called good stress (a wedding, birth of a baby), minor stress (st...
2023-04-1126 minCoffee With Genny BChocolate and CoffeeChocolate and coffee…a match made in heaven!In episode 94, Genny spoke about chocolate and coffee as one of her favourite combinations. She mentioned a few of the beverages and food combos such as a mocha latte, tiramisu, ice cream, chocolate covered coffee beans, and a mole sauce that is used in Mexican dishes!She also spoke about the similarities between the two including the fact that they are both derived from tropical plants, are grown in the “bean belt”, and go through a fermentation and roasting process (although it’s slightly different for both). As well...
2023-04-0321 minCoffee With Genny BHeidi Friesen, Owner of Heidi-and-Seek Boutique“I say, dress to please yourself. Listen to your inner muse and take chance. Wear something that says, ‘Here I am!’ today.” – Iris ApfelIn episode 93, Genny spoke with Heidi Friesen, owner of Heidi-and-Seek Boutique, located in Winkler, Manitoba, who creates high quality, handmade clothing to help women express their unique personality.Heidi shared how she got started in fashion and also spoke about the importance of “dopamine dressing”, which is wearing clothes you love that will boost your mood. For context, dopamine is a chemical messenger in the brain that reinforces behaviours that make you feel good...
2023-03-2748 minCoffee With Genny BRobert Young, A Modern-Day Renaissance ManMany years ago, the world revered the well-rounded individual. In fact, he was called a Renaissance Man, named after the Renaissance period of history (from the 14th century to the 16th or 17th century in Europe). This person is well educated, and has a broad knowledge of the arts, the sciences, and the world at large. He also excels in a variety of areas including music and storytelling, and is charming and witty.In episode 92, Genny spoke with Robert Young, who (according to Genny) embodies the characteristics of a Renaissance Man! Robert is a celebrated published author...
2023-03-2155 minCoffee With Genny BWhy I Love Coffee and Wine“Life is What Happens Between Coffee and Wine!”In episode 91, Genny shared that coffee and wine are her two favourite beverages. She loves coffee in the morning as it gives her energy and makes her happy. She shared her morning routine and how it starts her day.She also shared how much she loves wine, in particular red wine. She enjoys all types of red wine but really enjoys a Shiraz, and compares it to her love for dark roast coffee. She loves sitting and sipping wine in the evening to wind down and relax, or o...
2023-03-1327 minCoffee With Genny BWhat Doesn’t Kill You“What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.”-Friedrich NietzscheIn episode 90, Genny shared that this quote was one of her favourites as it reminds her she can overcome adversity when going through a difficult experience. She shared a few examples of dealing with a “broken heart”, grief, and losing her job, and how that made her feel in the moment.She stressed the importance of being resilient and taking the pain and suffering as an opportunity to build strength. In addition, she shared that the Kelly Clarkson song, “Stronger–What Doesn’t Kill Y...
2023-03-0619 minCoffee With Genny BAndrea Katz, Owner of Best You NutritionIn episode 89, Genny spoke with Andrea Katz, an Integrative Nutritionist and owner of Best You Nutrition, why she became involved in the world of nutrition, about the importance of diet and exercise, and how we can maintain our overall health.Andrea shared the story of her mother who passed away after a short battle with an aggressive form of digestive cancer. Hindsight being what it is, they didn’t pay attention to the symptoms that lead up to the diagnosis. That impacted Andrea to the point where she wanted to learn more about how nutrition affects our bo...
2023-02-2744 minCoffee With Genny BWhat Is Your Legacy?“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” - Maya AngelouIn episode 88, Genny spoke about the impression and the impact we make on people. It’s about caring, understanding, compassion, empathy and kindness. Genny shared that it doesn’t cost anything to be kind, and you get that feeling of happiness you show kindness to others. And research shows there is a strong correlation between kindness and happiness.Genny suggested we write our own eulogy and think about what people would re...
2023-02-2226 minCoffee With Genny BJustine McDonald, CEO of Goal Chasers“A goal without a plan is just a wish” – Antoine de Saint-ExupéryIn episode 87, Genny spoke with Justine McDonald, the CEO of Goal Chasers, a life coaching brand focused on uplifting and guiding women, through goal setting planners and business coaching.Having worked in every industry available, from sales and marketing to retail, and dealing with a failed business, she knew there was a better way to do business, and shared her story on how she created concept of “Goal Chasers” plus the trials and tribulations of creating her first planner.Justine also shared...
2023-02-1353 minCoffee With Genny BMelanie Ireton, Owner of Sassy Bean Coffee Co.Discovering a new coffee roaster is like winning the coffee lottery!In episode 86, Genny spoke with Melanie Ireton, owner of Sassy Bean Coffee Co located in Perth, Ontario. Genny discovered Sassy Bean while scrolling through Instagram one day, and was intrigued first by the name, which she thought sounded spunky and confident, and then by the descriptions of the coffee blends that she discovered on their website. Of course, Genny ordered a bag of the “Feisty Fiona” because dark roast and she identified with the character!An artisanal woman owned company working with direct trade grow...
2023-02-0642 minCoffee With Genny BShauna Muldrew, Owner of Infinity Nutrition and Health CoachingSome people believe that doing cardio is the best way to lose weight and get fit. And while cardio has many benefits such as lowering your blood pressure, strengthening your immune system, and supporting your mental health, it’s only one part of your health and wellness journey.In episode 85, Genny spoke with Shauna Muldrew, a personal trainer and Registered Health and Nutrition Counselor (RHNC) who has been in the health and fitness industry for over a decade. With a diploma in Holistic Nutrition and Health Coaching, she believes that a holistic approach to improving one’s heal...
2023-01-301h 03Coffee With Genny BThe Struggle is RealSometimes, it can be a struggle to get the words out. To speak from an authentic place.In episode 83, Genny shared how she loves to talk and typically, has no problem talking about anything with anyone. However, she also shared that sometimes, she struggles to get the words out or feels awkward or doesn’t know what the right word are.She also shared that she wanted to speak about a specific topic but that it didn’t feel authentic to her and she didn’t feel comfortable recording an episode about it so she decide...
2023-01-1624 minCoffee With Genny BSarah Hauch, Modern Mystery School Guide, Energy Healer and Founder of Temple 23What is spirituality? According to the dictionary, it’s a feeling or sense or belief that there is something greater than ourselves. Something more to being human than sensory experience, and that the greater whole of which we are part of it is cosmic or divine in nature. As January is the beginning of a new year, it’s an opportunity to take stock of our inner selves and grow in a spiritual way. In episode 82, Genny spoke with Sarah Hauch, a Modern Mystery School Guide, Teacher, Energy Healer and Ritual Master. An EnSofic Reiki instructor as well...
2023-01-091h 00Coffee With Genny BAuld Lang Syne and New Year’s ObservationsThe song “Auld Lang Syne” is based on a poem published by Robert Burns and the Scottish song title, loosely translated into English, means “old long since” or “long long ago”.In episode 81, Genny shared the reasons why this song is so synonymous with the New Year and why we sing it on New Year’s Eve. She also shared some history of the song and what some of the lyrics mean.Genny also shared some observations on why it’s important to look back at the previous year and why it’s also important to look ahead, not...
2023-01-0118 minCoffee With Genny BGenny’s Top Ten Christmas Movies and MusicGenny loves Christmas! The baking, the decorating, the gift-giving, and the opportunity to connect with family and friends. But what excites her the most are Christmas movies and music!In episode 80, Genny shared her top ten Christmas movies (yes, Die Hard is a Christmas movie), her top ten Christmas CDs (and artists), and her top ten Christmas songs. She mentioned her reasoning for her choices, plus included some background information and some “trivia” or interesting tidbits!Follow Genny on Instagram at @coffeewithgennybIf you like this episode, buy Genny a coffee at
2022-12-2537 minCoffee With Genny BChantelle Dione, Winnipeg Empowerment PhotographerThey say that a picture is worth a thousand words. The images can evoke many different emotions that is a representation of all the words we choose to say or not. The photos also represent ourselves and how we see the world. Photography really is a medium which has the potential to convey our thoughts and feelings. And it’s through the eyes of the photographer, and their lens, can capture those images.In episode 79, Genny spoke with Chantelle Dione Enns, a portrait and wedding photographer since 2013. An empowerment photographer as well, Chantelle shared her story of ho...
2022-12-1943 minCoffee With Genny BCaurel Richards, Owner of In Divine Thyme Transformational ServicesWe’ve all experienced feelings of anxiety, stress, and trauma; of struggling with feelings of being overwhelmed and not able to cope with it all. And when that happens, we turn to the “healers” such as therapists, counsellors, and teachers to provide that help we so desperately need.In episode 78, Genny spoke with Caurel Richards, a Hypnotherapist and Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) Practitioner, about how she became interested in RTT and why she created In Divine Thyme Transformational Services. She shared that it’s a representation of who she is and the things that she’s gone through. A...
2022-12-1243 minCoffee With Genny BCoffee Advent CalendarIt’s now December and people start counting down the days until Christmas. A few of them mark off the days on their paper calendars but many use an advent calendar instead because it’s a fun and entertaining (and occasionally a delicious) way to count off the days!Traditionally though, advent calendars have been religious and were first used by German Lutherans in the 19th century to acknowledge the start of the Christian season of preparation for the nativity of Christ at Christmas. Calendars were made of wood and included religious images on the outside, with bibl...
2022-12-0537 minCoffee With Genny BA Tribute to JerseyPets and their owners share a special bond, and in fact, over 90% of pet owners regard their dogs and cats as part of the family and call them their “fur babies”. At the end of the day, your pet can be one of the most loyal friends you will ever have, and giving them the love and attention that you’d give to a parent, sibling or child benefit everyone.In episode 76, Genny shared the story of their beloved dachshund Jersey. How loveable and playful she was, and that she had this great personality. She shared some of the...
2022-11-2826 minCoffee With Genny BChat with Alix Loiselle of La Belle BaguetteCoffee goes well with...well, with almost everything but especially with pastries! Croissants, danishes, cinnamon buns, macarons...the list goes on!In episode 75, Genny spoke with Alix Loiselle, owner of La Belle Baguette bakery. One of her favourite bakeries, Genny shared a few of her fav pastries such as his Almond Croissant (Alix mentioned it’s his #1 seller at the beginning!) and his seasonal croissants such as pumpkin spice, blueberry, and cherry. She also shared that his “croque monsieur”, which is a savoury item, was also one of her favs!Alix shared that he was inspir...
2022-11-2141 minCoffee With Genny BGenny B Under the WeatherA message From Genny That there will be no episode this week because she has laryngitis. Genny returns with a new episode on November 21. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-11-1201 minCoffee With Genny BThe Green Eyed MonsterWhen someone you know (or perhaps admire from a far) shares some exciting news such as getting a promotion, winning the lottery or becoming engaged, your initial reaction is one of being happy for them. But sometimes, that little green-eyed monster creeps in and changes everything.In episode 74, Genny spoke about growing up Catholic and attending Catechism (or Sunday School as it’s called in other religions) every Saturday. Aside from the other teachings, she learned about the seven deadly sins, also known as cardinal sins, which are pride, greed, wrath, envy, lust, gluttony and sloth. In th...
2022-11-0721 minCoffee With Genny BChat with David Pinto of Más Coffee CompanyCoffee doing more. That is what Más Coffee is all about. It’s even in their name because “Más” means “more” in Spanish so loosely translated, Más Coffee means “More Coffee”!In episode 73, Genny spoke with David Pinto, who is a co-owner of Más Coffee along with his partner Cam Friesen. David is a full-time Physical Education teacher at Linden Christian School, and spends his evenings and weekends at the café, when he’s not chauffeuring kids or spending time with his family.David shared that he’s always enjoyed coffee, especially during those...
2022-10-3137 minCoffee With Genny BMusic and Storytelling with Robb NashMusic is the universal language. It can soothe, inspire, and heal your soul. And the stories you hear through the lyrics have the power to literally change your life.In episode 72, Genny spoke with Robb Nash, a Winnipeg musician, about how music and storytelling have saved not only his life but the lives of others. And he was generous in sharing his story with her. When he was 17 years old, Robb suffered major head injuries in an automobile accident. Dealing with severe mental health issues, he turned to music, inspiring him to share his story with others t...
2022-10-241h 11Coffee With Genny BDisconnect to Connect with Jenny Dupas of Moon Gate Guest HouseIn episode 66, Genny shared her experience about a retreat she took to Moon Gate Guest House, where she needed to get away; to withdraw into herself and find some clarity. She also spoke about the owners, Jenny and Michel Dupas, who created this soul nurturing place where you “disconnect” from the busy world and grow, heal, and “connect” with yourself and Mother Earth.In episode 71, Genny shared that her biggest joy from that time at Moon Gate Guest House was meeting the owners, Jenny and Michel Dupas. And she had an opportunity to speak with Jenny Dupas about wh...
2022-10-1840 minCoffee With Genny BAttitude Of GratitudeWhy is an attitude of gratitude so important?We can feel grateful for things in our life but sometimes, we forget to feel that gratitude. But it’s paying attention to what we’re grateful for, and who we’re grateful for.Genny spoke about gratitude and how appropriate it was to do that on Canadian Thanksgiving. She shared how grateful she is to give thanks to family and friends and to give thanks for the food served at her Thanksgiving dinner. Genny shared her Thanksgiving dinner menu and how she said it’s a labour o...
2022-10-1021 minCoffee With Genny BThe Clarity Challenge and the Third Door“Clarity leads to awareness. Awareness leads to growth.”Alex Banayan, author of the book, “The Third Door”, created a tool called, “The 30-Day Clarity Challenge”. It involves getting a new notebook and writing the answers to these three questions every day: What filled me with enthusiasm today? What drained me of energy today? What did I learn about myself today?In episode 69, Genny learned about the clarity challenge from her friend Laura McLeod. Despite not successfully keeping to the habit of writing in any journals for very long, she was intrigued by this concept and decided to g...
2022-10-0330 minCoffee With Genny BCoffee Road TripWhen you think about a road trip, what springs to mind? Is it the adventure? The snacks from the gas stations along the route? The thrill of the open road?In episode 68, Genny shared her thoughts about road trips, and shared her memories of trips with her family when she was a young girl and a trip she took with her (now husband) Frank and her two children to Calgary about 20 years ago.Genny wanted to create her own coffee road trip, one she wanted to do in early 2020 but had to cancel because of...
2022-09-2622 minCoffee With Genny BThank You For Being My FriendPeople come into your life for a reason, a season, or a lifetime.In episode 67, Genny spoke about a social media post that her friend Joanne shared where shetalked about her circle of wisdom; friends she’s known for a lifetime. Joanne also mentionedher circle of entrepreneurs; women that she’s met through the Made to Grow Group.Genny reflected on her friendships, and spoke about how people come into your life for areason, a season, or a lifetime. People might be there to help you with...
2022-09-1920 minCoffee With Genny BDisconnect To ConnectGoing on a retreat can mean a weekend at the spa to rest and relax. It could also be mean a spiritual experience such as visiting an Ashram in India. And it could also be a group getaway in which members of that group take time to form bonds with each other and work on goals.In the military sense, it’s the act of withdrawing from enemy forces to regroup and come back stronger. And when you apply that act of withdrawing, a retreat can be a sense of withdrawing into yourself; the act of giving up...
2022-09-1224 minCoffee With Genny BChat with Marcia Bergen, Realtor for the Marcia Bergen GroupWhen you think about a big-ticket item such as a car, a trip, or a house, you would typically work with a professional who will ask you what your needs, wants, and “must haves” are and then do the research to provide that for you. And when you think about the cost of each item, a new car (depending on the model and type) can set you back several thousand dollars. And a trip can also set you back several thousand dollars. But a house…that will probably be your biggest ticket item!In episode 65, Genny spoke with M...
2022-09-0653 minCoffee With Genny BChat with Carlene Pyziak, Creator and Founder of the Modern Spirit SocietyYou’ve probably never met a personality test, astrology reading, or quiz that you didn’t like. Call it ego, curiosity, or narcissism, but if a system claims to understand your personality traits and deepest desires, you’re usually all in. While you can identify as a Type 2 in the Enneagram or think that the characteristics of a Capricorn suit to you to a T, it’s usually for entertainment purposes. But what if there was a system that gave you insight into how you were meant to live; that helped you understand your emotions, your energy centres, and your lif...
2022-08-2942 minCoffee With Genny BChat with Tineke Buiskool - Leeuwma , Owner of Tin Can CreativeWhen it comes to promoting your product, service, event or business, you typically rely on traditional marketing or social media to help spread the word. But so much has changed with social media, and is continuing to change, that it’s hard to keep up and you may not be getting the results or the reach that you expected. And digital marketing has become more of an effective promotional tool.In episode 63, Genny spoke with Tineke Buiskool-Leeuwma, owner of Tin Can Creative. With over 20 years of retail, community (business improvement zones) and residential marketing, she brings a we...
2022-08-2247 minCoffee With Genny BChat with Lennard Taylor , A Modern Day Renaissance Man and Owner of Lennard Taylor Design Studio“I wanted to give a woman comfortable clothes that would flow with her body. A woman is closest to being naked when she is well dressed.” Coco Chanel.In episode 62, Genny spoke with Lennard Taylor, owner of Lennard Taylor Design Studio, a sustainable clothing studio, gallery, and retail space that focuses on locally produced, zero-waste garments designed in classic styles and made from luxurious fabrics. An artist, painter, designer, and writer, he blends textiles and paint together to form one-of-a-kind pieces of wearable art that makes the boutique feel like an art studio/fashion house. His attention to d...
2022-08-1548 minCoffee With Genny BChat with Liliane Régnier, Holistic Health Guide for Women and Prenatal SpecialistAll of us go through different stages in our life but for women, there are specific stages or rights of passage if you will. You’re a girl until you’re an adult, and then you’re considered a “maiden”. When you get married and have children, you’re a “mother”. And when you get older, you’re considered a grandmother or a “crone”. The crone represents a wise woman or a wise elder, a phase of self-mastery in a woman’s life where she teaches from knowledge and skills gained from her life experience.In episode 61, Genny spoke with Liliane...
2022-08-0836 minCoffee With Genny BF the Shoulds. Do the WantsDid you know that, according to research, we make an average of 35,000 decisions every day. And 226 decisions are about food.In episode 60, Genny talked about how the decisions around food can be about what you’re eating during the day, or the proverbial “What’s for dinner?” question. It’s also about grocery shopping, or going out for dinner. She also commented that some decisions are not actual decisions because it’s already a habit so you don’t have to think about it. For instance, her drink of choice at Starbucks is a tall dark roast in a grande cu...
2022-08-0120 minCoffee With Genny BIt's Okay To SoftenWhat does it mean to soften? According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, it means to make or become gentler or less harsh, to make or become soft or less firm.In episode 58, Genny spoke about how the section in the book, “Rise Sister Rise” by Rebecca Campbell, entitled “It’s Ok to Soften”, made an impact on her. The author asks, "What are you striving for/where in your life are you pushing or controlling?" and "What is behind that striving/pushing/controlling?"Genny spoke about being a “control freak” and how she wanted to control everything, fr...
2022-07-1820 minCoffee With Genny BChat with Sharon O'Leary, A Modern Renaissance WomanWhat is a renaissance woman? It’s someone who has a wide range of abilities and interests especially in the arts and sciences. It’s someone who enjoys learning new things, possibly above all else.In episode 57, Genny spoke with Sharon O’Leary, owner of That O’Leary Girl Inc., who is someone that embodies all these qualities. Sharon shared how she got started in the tech field in the year 2000 and how, 22 years later, she’s working as a Senior Project Manager and a Senior Organizational Change Management Specialist. Along the way, Sharon also became an Integral M...
2022-07-111h 06Coffee With Genny BChat with Colin Mathieson, 4-Time Paralympian, World Champion Medalist and Social WorkerA Paralympian is an athlete who competes in the Paralympic Games, and who has bodily differences and different types of disabilities. But according to Braun Ability, that definition doesn’t come close to explaining what defines them. A Paralympian is courageous. They have heart and soul to the core. They overcome obstacles that the average person will never understand.In episode 56, Genny spoke with Winnipeg-born Colin Mathieson, a seasoned veteran in wheelchair athletics, who competed in his first Olympics at the 1996 Olympic Games, winning a bronze medal in the 4 x 4 Relay. A 4-time Paralympian with Canada, Colin ha...
2022-07-0453 minCoffee With Genny BMaking SpaceDo you ever feel overwhelmed by LIFE??In episode 55, Genny spoke about how she thought she could handle her responsibilities of running the podcast, teaching at the University of Winnipeg PACE and teaching Zumba – oh, and also having a life! She realized she was feeling overwhelmed when she forgot about an appointment.Prior to this, she learned about the book, “Rise Sister Rise” from the Made to Grow Conference and requested a copy from her local library. As fate would have it, the book was available the day she forgot about her appointment. After reading the ch...
2022-06-2721 minCoffee With Genny BSpecial Anniversary Episode: Celebrating the First Year with Linda DrosdowechThis episode is a special anniversary episode, celebrating the first year of the Coffee with Genny B podcast. When Genny launched her first episode about her 60 Days of 60 Coffees (which was the catalyst for creating this podcast), she had no idea the impact it would make on herself, her guests, and her listeners.And the idea for the podcast (and for the Coffee with Genny B business) was conceptualized because of a conversation Genny had with Linda Drosdowech, a business and life coach, during a coaching session. For her anniversary episode, Genny invited Linda to be her...
2022-06-0746 minCoffee With Genny BChat with Amy Tung of I AM LOVE PROJECTThe words "I Am" are powerful words, offering the opportunity for positive affirmations of healing, self-love, purpose, and abundance. Adding the word "Love" offers the belief that everyone is worthy of love, should be loved, and feel love regardless of their age, colour, or gender. And adding the word "Project", offer the potential for limitless possible actions. These words are part of what the I AM PROJECT is all about.In episode 50, Genny spoke with Amy Tung, an entrepreneur and community advocate who created the I AM LOVE PROJECT, a socially conscious enterprise, in 2018 out of a...
2022-05-2341 minCoffee With Genny BTime Is RelativeIn the special theory of relativity, Albert Einstein determined that time is relative, as the rate at which time passes depends on your frame of reference. The faster you move, the slower time moves.In episode 49, Genny shared her thoughts on the subject of time. How we spend the 24 hours in a day. She also shared her experiences of not honouring the time by “cramming” more into her schedule than time would allow and, as a result, being chronically late.Genny also spoke about the book, “The Big Leap,” by Gay Hendricks, and how it relates...
2022-05-1620 minCoffee With Genny BChat with Susanne Marius of Gravity LingerieIt’s important to have a good foundation to support your house. But a good foundation is also important to support the “girls”!In episode 48, Genny spoke with Susanne Marius, co-owner of Gravity Lingerie, about how she got started in the lingerie business. She shared that when she was a young teacher and a young mom, she had a student in her class and his mom owned a lingerie shop. When Susanne was going on maternity leave, the woman suggested that for Susanne’s sanity and mental health that she come work at her shop. When Susanne arrived...
2022-05-0940 minCoffee With Genny BChat with Bronwynn Hayles, Owner of Baked by BronwynnDo you have a sweet tooth and crave delicious treats such as cookies and cupcakes? Do you love to buy beautifully decorated cakes for special occasions? And do you prefer to support local bakeries that produce quality products using quality ingredients? If you answered “yes” to all three questions, then you should check out Baked By Bronwynn!In this episode, Genny spoke with Bronwynn about why and how she started her business. She shared how she started working at Baked Expectations when she was 16 years old and how that started her love of baking. She also worked at t...
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