Canada’s health care system is in crisis, particularly when it comes to nursing. The Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario (WeRPN), representing the voices of over 55,000 registered practical nurses (RPNs), is raising the alarm after a new survey has found patient care is being critically compromised due to staffing shortages and the standardization of unsafe workloads. Dianne Martin, CEO of WeRPN joins me to discuss. 

When’s the last time you had a self-worth check up? Jennifer John from the Sacred Space thinks this is is a check up we should do as routinely as we see our family doctor or therapist. A great way to stop self-sabotaging and move yourself out of a rut, a self-worth check up is easy to do and well worth the reward. Jennifer shares how in today’s interview. 

Anne Brodie is here with entertainment, and you will absolutely not want to miss Ron Howard’s Thirteen Lives that takes us inside the harrowing story of thirteen soccer players and their coach trapped underground in a cave in Thailand in 2018 and the incredible rescue that followed. Plus she has Prey on Disney+ which is the origin story for Predator, and the formulaic but charming Wedding Season on Netflix. 

Grandparents in 2022 are not your regular grandparents, they’re cool grandparents. Kathy Buckworth has moved from parenting expert to grand parenting expert with her show Go To Grandma that explores different aspects of being a modern grandparent from respecting your kids’ way of parenting to finding yourself once you have an empty nest. 

If there is one thing the pandemic has made crystal clear to people is that life is too short to be in a job you’re not happy at. How do you know when you should choose your mental health over you job? Roxanne Francis is here to help. A trained psychotherapist with more than 12 years of experience in the mental health field, Roxanne joins me to discuss what you should be looking for. 

Finally, Anne Brodie closes out the show with an interview with renowned and beloved British actorJim Broadbent. Broadbent stars in Roger Michell's The Duke, the true - and highly entertaining story of disabled old age pensioner Kempton Bunton who, in 1961, stole Francisco Goya's portrait of The Duke of Wellington from the National Gallery in London and held it ransom as a political statement. Anne speaks with Broadbent from his home in England.


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Dianne Martin

Website: https://www.werpn.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/we_rpn?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/we_rpn/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearepracticalnurses/

Jennifer John 

Website: www.the-sacredspace.com/getunstuck
Twitter: https://twitter.com/chand_denise https://twitter.com/JenniferJohn
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisechand_clc/ https://www.instagram.com/jenniferjohn_clc/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSacredSpaceCoaching
Facebook: Single & Hating It
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Anne Brodie

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com

Kathy Buckworth 

Website: www.kathybuckworth.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KathyBuckworth
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathybuckworth/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorKathyBuckworth

Roxanne Francis

Website: https://www.francispsychotherapy.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/francistherapy
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/francispsychotherapy/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/francispsychotherapy

Nursing in Crisis, Self-Worth Check Up, Go To Grandma and When to Quit Your Job

In the week leading up to Christmas many of us find ourselves in panic mode because we often feel like we haven’t bought enough, or maybe that we should expand our giving list by adding obscure people we don’t really know. Nancie Taylor, Senior Wealth Advisor at Meridian Credit Union is here to encourage us to press pause on the present panic button so that we can roll into 2023 without the overspending hangover. 

Anne Brodie stops in with entertainment to keep you busy over the holidays and shares her thoughts on Sarah Polley's achingly poignant Women Talking based on the book by ex-Mennonite Miriam Toews, The Whale with a critically acclaimed performance from Brendan Fraser, and the confection we all need right now with Season 3 of Emily in Paris returning to Netflix on December 21st. 

Stress can affect our behaviors and habits, such as our sleep patterns, exercise habits, and eating habits, which can also contribute to an increased risk of illness.  As part of our ongoing series with New Roots Herbal, I’m joined by Angela Wallace from Eat Right Feel Right who shares some tips for avoiding the some of the health risks we subject ourselves to when stressed. 

When’s the best time for a fresh start? Lindsay Sealey, from Bold New Girls and author of Made for More, A Fresh Start Approach to a Bolder, Brighter You, says right now is the best time. Waiting for a specific date on a calendar only delays us from stepping into the life we really want. 

Finally, Chris Bailey, productivity expert and international bestselling author of The Productivity Project and Hyperfocus joins me to discuss his latest book How to Calm Your Mind, Finding presence and productivity in anxious times. I’ve had the privilege of reading and putting into practice many of this book’s recommendations ahead of it’s official release date on December 27th, and whole-heartedly believe this book should be required reading for everyone in 2023. You won’t want to miss Chris’s calming advice.

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Nancie Taylor

Website: https://www.meridiancu.ca/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MeridianCU
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MeridianCreditUnion/
Instagram: @meridiancreditunion

Anne Brodie 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com


Angela Wallace 

Website: https://newrootsherbal.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newrootsherbal
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newrootsherbal/
Website: www.eatrightfeelright.ca 
Instagram: @nutrition.for.families
Facebook: @nutrition.for.families

Lindsay Sealey

Website: www.LindsaySealey.com
Twitter: @LindsaySealey
Instagram: @BoldNewGirls
Facebook: lindsaysealeyMA
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrK0y0_iQw166LfGPHM_D2Q
Amazon: https://amzn.to/3QNgA4u

Chris Bailey

Website: https://chrisbailey.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/chris_bailey?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisbaileyauth/?hl=en
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/chrbailey

Avoiding January's Financial Hangover, Healthy Holidays, Fresh Starts, and 2023's Handbook

Do you ever feel like you're stuck in a rut, unable to make progress or achieve your goals? Are you tired of feeling stagnant and unsure of how to break free and move forward? If so, this is the podcast for you.
In this episode I’m joined by Jennifer John and Denise Chand from The Sacred Space coaching for a look back on all the lessons we’ve reviewed in 2022, and a look forward to what we should be bringing with us into 2023. Together we discuss strategies and techniques for getting unstuck and becoming unstoppable in all areas of your life. From overcoming mental blocks and procrastination to setting and achieving big goals, we'll be exploring the mindset, habits, and tools that can help you break free from the things holding you back, so you can start making real progress right away. Join us and let's move from unstuck to unstoppable, together.

Check out previous episodes with The Sacred Space here: https://www.whatshesaidtalk.com/category/sacred-space/

Unstuck to Unstoppable, Stepping into 2023 with Intention

Public education is essential to a civilized society. It provides individuals with the knowledge and skills they need to fully participate in and contribute to their community. It also helps to create a more equal and just society by providing everyone with access to education, regardless of their socio-economic status or other factors. Public education helps to promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and it can also foster a sense of civic responsibility and social cohesion. In addition, research has shown that public education has a number of positive impacts on society, including improved health outcomes, increased economic growth, and a reduction in crime rates. And yet, despite all the evidence that public education plays a crucial role in the development and prosperity of any society, it is under threat in Canada. 

So today, I play devil’s advocate to Dr. Prachi Srivastava. Dr. Srivastava is a tenured Associate Professor, Western University, specialising in education and global development. She is also Member, World Bank Expert Advisory Council on Citizen Engagement, and Senior Research Fellow, NORRAG. She has been invited to provide expertise and commentary on COVID-19 education disruptions by the UNICEF Office of Global Insight and Policy, UNESCO, the BE2 education donor working group, and a range of global and Canadian civil society and non-governmental organisations. Needless to say, she could write the book on the value of public education but today we’re going to write a different book. We’ll call it the The Dummies Guide to Dismantling Public Education, where we explore the critical juncture in the education system and discuss the alarming issues that threaten to dismantle the well-functioning public education system in Canada. We break down the steps that those looking to dismantle public education might take and highlight the evidence that supports the importance of public education for society and individuals. We also discuss the motivations behind efforts to dismantle public education and the potential consequences of such actions.

How to Dismantle Public Education For Dummies

Michelle Nadon's company, mediaINTELLIGENCE.ca, links today’s businesses with top talent through innovative talent acquisition and recruitment models, and cutting-edge career enrichment programs. She joins me today to share some tips for making a career shift in 2023. 

How much do you know about your Facebook friends? Amy Daughters began writing handwritten letters to an old camp friend Dana when she learned her son was sick with cancer, after his death the two women continued to correspond through the mail. This rich, meaningful experience led Amy to write handwritten letters to all 580 of her Facebook friends, and as it turns out, there were real, extraordinary individuals living very real lives behind each social media profile. Amy joins me to share the story. 

Anne Brodie is back with entertainment for 2023, and this week we take a look at A Man Called Otto starring everyone’s favourite Hollywood actor, Tom Hanks, plus a look at Hold Me Tight,  a psychological montage of a woman’s moments, scattered across time and place and The Case Against Cosby with Canadian athlete and hero Andrea Constand, a towering figure in the #metoo movement. 

Women over 50 are having a moment and we’re here for it at What She Said. Sherrilynne Starkie is an award-winning digital communications consultant with more than 20 years experience working with private and public sector clients in Canada, Britain and the USA. Her new podcast 50 Women Over 50 is a passion project in which she is interviewing women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. 

Aly Pain kicks off the first of 12 interviews this year about the parent/teen relationship and this week we look at a hot-button issue for many parents, how to best support and motivate teenagers who are struggling academically. It's natural for parents and guardians to want their teens to succeed in school, and grades can be an important measure of progress. But sometimes, despite our best efforts, teens may struggle with their grades. Aly jumps in with some advice. 

Finally, the last few weeks have seen some crazy changes with the advancement of artificial intelligence, specifically with ChatGPT. What does this mean for people who make a living in writing? Kate Wallace is a copywriter, scriptwriter and brand storytelling consultant. Her custom copy helps her clients capture the attention of target audiences and drive business impacts. A national award-winning journalist, Kate joins me to share her thoughts on the latest development in artificial intelligence and what it means for those with a career in writing.

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Michelle Nadon

Website: https://www.mediaintelligence.ca
Twitter: https://twitter.com/m_intelligence
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mediaintelligence.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mediaINTELLIGENCE.ca

Amy Daughters

Website: https://www.amydaughters.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DaughtersAmy
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smokinhotamys/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amydaughtersauthor/


Anne Brodie 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com

Sherrilynne Starkie

Website: https://sherrilynnestarkie.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/sherrilynne
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sherrilynne7/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherrilynne.starkie/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherrilynne/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sherrilynne71

Aly Pain 

Website : https://www.alypain.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlyPain
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alypain/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlyPainStraightTalkFierceLove/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alypain?source=h5_m

Kate Wallace

Website: https://katewallace.ca/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/storybykate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/story.by.kate/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/story.by.kate

Career Shifts in 2023, Taking Facebook Offline, 50 Women Over 50, ChatGPT for Writers

It’s no secret that women in media are often subjected to criticism about their looks that their male counterparts rarely hear. It’s 2023 and this needs to stop. My first guest today is an award-winning journalist with over two decades of experience in the industry and while we should be celebrating that part of the story, we’re not. Sadly despite all of   Tess van Straaten’s hard work committed to her craft, she is often subjected to to comments about appearance that diminish and detract from her achievements, as she was recently when someone wrote a letter criticizing her sleeveless dress on air. She joins me to discuss her viral story. 

2023 is the year we shift out of languishing and into post-traumatic growth. Candy Ho, Board Chair of Ceric, the only charitable organization of its kind in Canada, focused on career development education and research joins me today to discuss today to share insights on how to navigate the current workplace and workforce realities, in addition to resources available for those looking to build purposeful careers after nearly three years of disruption.

Anne Brodie is here with entertainment and this week we take a look at LIVING, starring the absolutely wonderful Bill Nighy, in the story of an ordinary man, reduced by years of oppressive office routine to a shadow existence, who at the eleventh hour makes a supreme effort to turn his dull life into something wonderful. Plus Aftersun,  from writer/director Charlotte Wells which dominated the Toronto Film Critics Association Awards this year. 

For years, nurses across the country have been sounding the alarm about the impact that staffing shortages are having on patient care—yet those warning calls have continually gone unanswered. Ontario in particular is facing a full-blown healthcare crisis and nurses have reached a breaking point. To add insult to injury, Internal documents by the Ministry of Health were released this week through the freedom of information act that shows the Ontario government knew that passing Bill 124 would worsen the province’s healthcare staffing crisis. Dianne Martin from WeRPN joins me to discuss. 

Finally, finances are a top concern for most Canadians right now so Stephanie Chabot from the Finance Diaries is here with some tips for riding out the storm. Stephanie believes that by being able to openly discuss finance topics: we can understand them better, avoid mistakes others have made, feel more empowered, and make better decisions.
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Tess van Straaten

Website: https://www.cheknews.ca/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/tessvanstraaten
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessvanstraaten/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tessvanstraatenCHEK/
Article: https://www.cheknews.ca/the-right-to-bare-arms-how-can-a-dress-be-almost-upsetting-opinion-1129674/

Candy Ho

Website: https://ceric.ca/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ceric_ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cericca

Anne Brodie 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com


Dianne Martin

Website: https://www.werpn.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/we_rpn
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/we_rpn/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearepracticalnurses/
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/wearepracticalnurses
Open Letter to Doug Ford and Sylvia Jones: https://www.werpn.com/news-details/werpn-urges-ontario-government-not-to-appeal-ruling-re-bill-124/

Stephanie Chabot 

Website: https://thefinancediaries.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/financediaries
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefinancediaries/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefinancediaries/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefinancediaries?

Is Sleeveless Scandalous, Doug Ford Lies, Post-Traumatic Growth, & Weathering the Financial Storm

If you haven’t used ChatGPT or similar AI platforms yet, trust me when I say, you will. AI is here to stay and with it comes a host of concerns for your privacy and security. Thankfully we have Cat Coode on the case. Cat helps individuals and corporations better understand cybersecurity and data privacy and joins me today to discuss what we all should be thinking about when using artificial intelligence. 

Until recently menopause was a topic we didn’t openly discuss. Thankfully that is changing and there are a host of organizations and experts leading the charge to help educate women on this time of life that can last anywhere from seven to 14 years. Samantha Monpetit_Huynh is an online health coach who specializes in helping women 40+ navigate menopause and midlife through her comprehensive coaching program. She joins me to day to share her thoughts on hormone therapy. 

Anne Brodie jumps in with a female-centric Saturday Night at the Movies this week, starting with a closer look at Sarah Polley’s gut-wrenching adaptation of Miriam Toews book, Women Talking. This fact-based story follows a group of women from a conservative religious colony who meet to discuss how to respond to a series of sexual assaults in their community and the steps they should take. Do nothing. Stay and fight. Or leave. We also chat about the documentary Ever Deadly that follows throat singer Tanya Tagaq’s transformation of sound with an eye to colonial fallout, natural freedom and Canadian history.

Burlesque, as we know it in North America, is an art form that has stood the test of time since the mid 1800s. Lauren Jiles aka Lou Lou la Duchesse de Rière,  is an internationally renowned neo-burlesque dancer, and teacher hailing from Quebec. Voted into the Burlesque Top 50 by 21st Century Burlesque and currently ranked the second most influential burlesque figure in world, Lou Lou has also made history by becoming the first Indigenous woman to be crowned New Orleans Queen of Burlesque. She joins me to share how she fell into this career path and her journey to the top.

Have you ever heard of the motherhood penalty? Even if you haven’t, there’s a good chance you’ve been dinged by it. Allison Venditti from Moms At Work joins me to share how the motherhood penalty shows up in places of employment, how the fatherhood bonus plays out, and what you can do to help change this reality. 

Finally, Ally Cribb is a star on the rise in Canada and her new album Unbroken is leaving an indelible mark on listeners with thousands of streams each week, dozens of media reviews and a finalist spot in the Song Academy Competition’s international category. Ally joins me to share a little about her songwriting process before we play the single California for you in its entirety at the end of today’s show.

Social 

Cat Coode

Website: https://catcoode.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BinaryTat
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/binarytat/


Samantha Monpetit-Huynh

Website: https://www.samcoretrainer.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SamCoreTrainer
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samcoretrainer/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samcoretrainer
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samcoretrainer

Anne Brodie 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com


Lauren Jiles 

Website: https://www.loulouburlesque.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/missloulou514
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loulouladuchesse/

Allison Venditti

Website: https://thisismomsatwork.com/
Twitter: @momsat_work
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MomsAtWork1/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismomsatwork/

Ally Cribb

Website: allycribb.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/allygcribb
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allygcribb/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allygcribb

Your Privacy and AI, Menopause and Hormones, Burlesque Superstar, and The Motherhood Penalty

Black History Month begins in a few days and with that we know there will be a rush to book interviews and keynotes with black leaders across Canada on a variety of topics. Knowing this, there needs to be an awareness that we are portraying and sharing black history and stories responsibly. Selam Debs is an antiracism educator, and anti-oppression coach.  She joins me today with some advice for organizations and institutions as we head into February so that coverage is ethical instead of performative.

Life for women in 2023 is chaotic. Between work and home, our mental and physical health, plus the never-ending barrage of information we must wade through, it can often feel like we’re not moving ahead and it can and does affect our productivity. Thankfully we now have an app for that. Sandra Veledar is the founder behind I.Liv, a Life Productivity App that comes paired with Program and Mindset Training. Intended to empower women to live a balanced and fulfilling life, Sandra joins me to share how you can this app can help you find that elusive work/life balance. 

Anne Brodie pops in with entertainment and this week we take a look at Malcolm is Missing, a chilling documentary about a missing Port Hope man who failed to return from his annual trip to Mexico in 2018. A cautionary tale for anyone looking to book at trip south, this documentary highlights the fact that 100,000 people go missing in Mexico every year and 95% of violent crimes are never solved. We also chat about the humorous and deeply uncomfortable You People starring Eddie Murphy, Jonah Hill and Julia Louis Dreyfus on Netflix and the funny Shotgun Wedding starring two incredible Jennifer, JLo and Belle of the ball this year, Jennifer Coolidge. 

As the housing crisis worsens many are looking at ways to alleviate the burden and that includes multigenerational living. Kate Choi, an Associate Professor of the Department of Sociology at Western University joins me to share her insights on this growing trend that has benefits for kids living with grandparents, how it helps single parent households, plus a few of the downsides of this arrangement. 

Finally, the one and only Amber Mac joins me to discuss artificial intelligence and how it’s creating a critical skills gap in our country. We also discuss how prepared Canada is for this new reality, what employment will look for us in the future, and how we should be preparing ourselves for the AI revolution.
Social: 

Selam Debs

Website: https://www.selamdebs.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/selamdebs
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/selamdebs/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selamdebsyoga/

Sandra Veledar

Website: www.iliv.io
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ilivmyway/
                   https://www.instagram.com/ilivbysandra/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/89697255/


Anne Brodie 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com

Amber Mac 

Website: https://ambermac.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ambermac
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ambermac/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ambermac

Kate Choi

Website: www.katehchoi.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KateHeeChoi

Covering Black History Responsibly, iLiv,  Mulitgen Housing , and AI's Impact on Employment

If you have a variable mortgage rate on your home, you are no doubt feeling the pinch this month after yet another interest rate hike by the Bank of Canada. Richelle Morgan understands the unique challenges women face on their journey to becoming homeowners and in this case, staying homeowners. She joins me  to discuss some ways to navigate this stressful time and remain in your home.  

Shelley Jarrett co-produced and co-wrote the new documentary What We Deserve which takes a look at how over 10 million Africans were stolen from their homes and forcefully transported to the Caribbean as the enslaved chattel and property of Europeans. Shelley decided to take a deep dive on this subject after Queen Elizabeth’s death, and found herself surprised by some of the things she learned. 

Anne Brodie is here with entertainment including places to find great content during Black History Month, the girl gang movie of the year 80 for Brady starring Jane Fonda, Sally Field, Lily Tomlin, and Rita Moreno, plus the super creepy Knock at the Cabin Door with Dave Bautista, and finally Alice Darling starring Anna Kendrick in a role that will hit a little too close to home for many women. 

Dry January may be over, but momentum is pushing many to stick with it for Dry February, especially in light of new alcohol consumption guidelines from Health Canada. Anika Sawni has helped create a solution for those looking to stay sober curious by co-founding Grüvi, a Canadian line of alcohol-free beers and wines that provide a healthy and enjoyable alternative for people looking to stay sober. Anika joins me to share the story behind the brand and with some tips for those starting their own sober journey. 

Canadians have always been quite proud of our universal public health care system. We are leaders on the global stage, and healthcare to this point does not bankrupt people but there are cracks appearing and provincial governments across the country are pushing us closer and closer to privatization. Ontario in particular is on high alert after the Ford government recently announced funding for private, for profit clinics or hospitals in Ontario. Shelley Roebuck from the Ontario Health Coalition joins me to discuss how they are pushing back and how we can get involved.

Finally, its heart month and women in particular are at a higher risk for heart failure and heart attack death than men. Thankfully Dr. Claudia Machiella from The Wellness Prescription is here today to share some of her best tips for keeping your heart in tip top shape.

Social: 

Richelle Morgan

Website: http://richellemorgan.ca/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/richellejmorgan
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richellejmorgan/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richellejmorgan
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richellejmorgan/

Shelley Jarrett

Website: www.shellandhouseoffilms.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/filmsofshelland
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelland_house_of_films/
                   https://www.instagram.com/shelleyjarrett1/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shelley.jarrett1/



Anne Brodie 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com


Anika Sawni

Website: www.getgruvi.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getgruvi/
                   https://www.instagram.com/asawni/


Shirley Roebuck

Website: https://www.ontariohealthcoalition.ca/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/OntarioHealthC
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ontariohealthcoalition/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ontariohealth

Dr. Claudia Machiella 

Website: https://www.claudiamachiella.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/CMACHIELLA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claudia_machiella/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/claudia.machiella

Managing Mortgage Stress, What We Deserve, Feeling Grüvi, and Healthcare Pushback

Fast forward if you’ve heard this one before. Dating after divorce is easy. It’s just like riding a bike, but the bike is on fire, and the ground is on fire, everything is on fire because you’re in hell. There’s very few people I’ve talked to about the post-divorce dating scene who wouldn’t relate to that joke. In this episode, I’m joined by Anne Bokma and Amit Karia from Chapter Two Dating and Nadine Araksi from Kickstartology. We explore the process of setting up a divorce profile, tips for dating safely, and how to get clear on what you truly want in a relationship. These three have been in the trenches and worth noting, have found love, but more importantly they have wisdom to share that will save you a world of heartache.
So whether you're a newly divorced individual or you've been out of the dating scene for a while, this podcast is for you. We hope that by the end of this episode, you'll feel empowered, confident, and ready to take your next steps in the world of love and relationships. So sit back, relax, and let's get started!

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Chapter Two Dating
 
Website: chaptertwodating.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/annebokma?igshid=MDM4ZDc5MmU=
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anne.bokma.1

Nadine Araksi

Website: www.kickstartology.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/scarbiedoll
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nadinearaksi/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kickstart.community.women

Chapter Two Dating: Navigating the Dating World Post-Divorce

Galentine’s Day is on the 13th of February, and I asked Jessica Painter founder of In Her Circle to join me. essica has created a community that helps women fight loneliness and build authentic, supportive friend circles. Jessica and I discuss the importance of having a solid squad, and how to celebrate the bonds of sisterhood not just on February 13th but every day of the year. 

Aly Pain is back to discuss the teens in our lives and how could we not take a look at teen love. Before you dismiss it as puppy love it’s important to pause and take their romantic relationships seriously. Parents can help their child navigate this important stage of development and set the foundation for healthy relationships in the future simply by practicing empathy and listening with an open mind. 

Anne Brodie pops in with new entertainment which includes the documentary The Eye Has to Travel about the iconic fashion legend Diana Vreeland available on Amazon Prime now,  also available on Prime is Somebody I Used to Know, starring Alison Brie who also who co-wrote the film with her husband and director Dave Franco, which has a sly new twist for a leading lady in a romantic movie , plus The Love Club on W just in time for the hopeless romantics out there.

Singles Day falls on the 15th of February, and there has been loads of evidence presented lately that says that unmarried, childless women are the happiest subgroup of the population. Yet as we approach Valentine’s Day there is a societal pressure put on the single ladies. So I called on Nora Spinks, CEO of Work-Life Harmony Enterprises, to join me to discuss the stigma of singleism, why unmarried and childless women are so darn happy, and how to avoid some of the loneliness that single women may feel. 

Dating after divorce is about as enticing as a root canal. It can be daunting jumping back in the dating game after a long marriage, and believe me when I say everything you know about dating has changed. Nadine Araksi has your back. Nadine has personally experienced the difficulties of navigating the dating scene, written about her experience for Chatelaine, and joined me with Chapter 2 Dating for an extended podcast on this subject. If you’re currently thinking about throwing yourself back in the dating ring, listen to this interview first. 

Finally, I don’t even know what to say about the fact that along with celebrating Galentine’s Day, Valentine’s Day and Single’s Day this week, there is also National Poop Day coming up on February 13th. Perhaps I should have put this at the Number 2 segment in today’s show? Either way Dr. Ashley Margeson joins me for a couple of laughs but some serious info about your health and how a lot of how you’re doing starts with taking a good look at why you leave in the bowl. Oh, c’mon we all do it.

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Jessica Painter

Website: www.inhercircle.ca
Instagram: www.instagram.com/inhercircle.ca
Facebook: www.facebook.com/inhercircle.ca

Aly Pain 

Website : https://www.alypain.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlyPain
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alypain/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlyPainStraightTalkFierceLove/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alypain?source=h5_m

Anne Brodie

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com


Nora Spinks

Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoraSpinks
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noraspinks/

Nadine Araksi

Website: www.kickstartology.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/scarbiedoll
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nadinearaksi/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kickstart.community.women

Ashley Margeson

Website: www.ashleymargeson.com 
                https://www.bendbeauty.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drashleymargeson/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drashleymargeson

The Anti-Valentine Show that Celebrates Girlfriends, Young Love, Old Love & Poop

Oh man, I feel like I’m really stepping into it today with this podcast. But its an important topic to tackle so that women can be empowered with knowledge to make informed decisions. With that being said, today we’re talking about Multi-Level Marketing schemes, or MLMs. MLMs are notorious for selling women in particular a dream of autonomy and financial freedom. They promise flexible working hours, unlimited income potential, and the ability to be their own boss. However, the reality they sell is far from the dream. MLMs rely on a model that focuses on recruiting people to recruit others and according to the Federal Trade Commission, 99% of recruited sellers actually lose money in an MLM venture, and a recent survey found that most people make less than 70 cents an hour before deducting business costs.
Yet, MLMs continue to market their products through personal networks and social media platforms, with many women getting messages from friends, family, and barely-acquaintances selling everything from essential oils and wine to makeup and clothing.
So Before we go any further, let me be clear that we are not here to judge anyone who has either purchased from or been on the representative side, of an MLM. And in full disclosure I was caught up in an MLM myself briefly during my divorce. I completely understand the appeal of the promise of financial independence, and MLMs know how to tap into that desire. However, my next guest explores the tactics MLMs used to lure women in and the reality of what it's like to participate in one of these schemes, and the pain of leaving. 
So, join me as we uncover the truth behind MLMs and their impact on women. Meet Julie Anderson.

Social:

Instagram: _julieanderson426
TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@julieanderson426?lang=en



Learning: 
Combating Cult Mind Control by Steven Hassan - https://amzn.to/3Yebilz

Take Back Your Life: Recovering from Cults and Abusive Relationships by Janja Lalich and Madeline Tobias - https://amzn.to/3KzXQVV

Ponzinomics: The Untold Story of Multi-Level Marketing by Robert Fitzpatrick - https://amzn.to/3ZerKUd

The MLM Trap: The Reality Behind the Promises of Financial Freedom for Women

Tax season has arrived and a lot of Canadians are questioning the fairness of our system. Despite overwhelming support for reform amongst the electorate there seems to be little political will to enact a wealth tax. Erika Beauchesne, the communications coordinator at Canadians for Tax Fairness, a non-profit organization that advocates for fair taxation to reduce inequality and strengthen the economy, joins me to discuss.

In the second interview today we focus on the attitude of gratitude and how to make it a daily part of your life with Dr. Maxine McClean. Dr. McClean has a new book out called Gratitude Keeper - No Water, No Rain that aims to help people live a more balanced life through journaling, meditation, and daily inspirational cards. 

Anne Brodie is in with new entertainment and this week we take a look at Juniper starring the mighty Charlotte Rampling, the uber creepy The Consultant on Prime that takes a dark look at the modern workplace, and the delightful Eugene Levy steps out of his comfort zone in the new AppleTV+ series The Reluctant Traveller. 

Are you new year’s health resolutions a distant memory now? Before you beat yourself up, Jasmine Parent from I Am Worthy Wellness pops by to discuss her unique approach to wellness that starts with a healthy dose of self-compassion.  

Multi-level marketing is everywhere and you may be part of one yourself, but Julie Anderson wants you to think twice about your involvement as either a consumer or a direct seller. Julie joins me to discuss a little about her journey with a consumer cult. 

Finally Martina Bosede is a new Canadian and we’re so happy to have her, as she brings her incredible talent as a  international open format DJ with here. Martina has worked with singers such as Rihanna, 50 Cent and Kelis and joins me today to share her newest single called MOVE. 

Canadians For Tax Fairness 

Website: www.taxfairness.ca
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FairTaxCanada
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadians4taxfairness/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadiansfortaxfairness
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@canadians4taxfairness 

Dr. Maxine McClean

Website: maxinemclean.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmaxinemclean/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmaxinemclean
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmaxinemclean/

Anne Brodie

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com

Jasmine Parent 

Website: https://iamworthywellness.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasminelosingit/

Julie Anderson 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/_julieanderson426/
Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@julieanderson426?lang=en

Martina Bosede 

Website: https://www.martinabosede.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/martinabosede
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/martinabosede/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ucLPDdnibllSgHytzEz2Q?si=6r5AgNpCQnmTmWWjGPwQbw

Fair Taxation, Attitude of Gratitude, Wellness with Self-compassion, MLM Nightmare and MOVE!

Metastatic breast cancer or mBC for short, remains an incurable disease in need of further research and support. Dr. Mita Manna is a medical oncologist at the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency and joins me now to share information all women need to hear.

Canadian singer-songwriter Jessica Pearson and her band were recently trapped on a plane for 10 hours in 115 km winds. At the request of the captain, crew, and passengers they were asked to play music to help keep spirits up. Everyone on the plane has a great time, but social media is a cruel place and video of the event went viral with a false narrative that saw Jessica being viciously attacked. Oh we’re setting the story straight on this one. 

Anne Brodie is in with new entertainment, and we take a look at The Quiet Girl which features a superbly nuanced performance from 11 year old Catherine Clinch, we also look at The Confessions of Frannie Langton and new drama mystery series set in 1825 that pushes the envelope in its depictions of society, the British slave trade, and its resounding impact then and now.

Brogan Ingram has amassed a whopping 5.2 million followers on TikTok sharing transformative cleanings she performs for people in need. Brogan has become a leading voice in exploring the correlation between mental health and cleanliness, and joins me today to share what inspires her to help so many. 

Paulette Senior, CEO of the Canadian Women’s Foundation joins me to discuss the unique discrimination and systemic barriers that impact Black women and girls in Canada.

And finally Jennifer Slay stops in to chat to about Women LEAD, a community created with the intention of becoming a source of support for women in all areas of leadership. Jen shares details on upcoming workshops, including one being held on March 6, and how this community helps women navigate changing circumstances.


Social

Dr. Mitta Manna 

Website: mbctime.ca

Jessica Pearson

Website: https://www.jessicapearson.me/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessicapearsoneastwind
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicapearsoneastwind/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jessicapearsoneastwind?_t=8aHxSnB4eA9&_r=1


Anne Brodie

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com

Brogan Ingram

Website: https://beacons.ai/nottheworstcleaner
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nottheworstcleaner_/?hl=en
Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/Nottheworstcleaner/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nottheworstcleaner?lang=en
YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCcV70YejOm0HcEOu2OXmgvA


Paulette Senior 

Website: https://canadianwomen.org/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/cdnwomenfdn
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadianwomensfoundation/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CanadianWomensFoundation/

Jennifer Slay 

Website: www.allwomenlead.ca
Instagram: https://instagram.com/allwomenlead?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AllWomenLEAD

Mental Health and Cleanliness, Misogynoir, All Women LEAD, MBC, & Battling Viral Misinformation

Amplifying the voices of strong, successful, and inspiring women is important and essential in today’s world.  That’s why today’s podcast is so important. Today, I have the honor of interviewing Dr. Gigi Osler, also known as Senator Gigi Osler. Senator Osler is an internationally renowned surgeon, an assistant professor at the University of Manitoba, and a dedicated advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion.

She has broken barriers and shattered glass ceilings in the medical field. As the first woman surgeon and the first racialized woman elected President of the Canadian Medical Association, Dr. Osler has been a trailblazer in advocating for equity and diversity in healthcare. But what makes Dr. Osler even more remarkable is her gratitude and awareness of the supportive network that helped her achieve success. She is a feminist who wants women to take up space and believes in the power of mentorship and role modeling to inspire and uplift other women.

Dr. Osler's journey, from being born to immigrant parents from the Philippines and India to becoming a role model, research supervisor, and mentor for Filipino and other racialized medical students, is a testament to the resilience and determination of women who strive to succeed despite facing systemic barriers.

It's essential to share stories like Dr. Osler's to give other women hope and encouragement to pursue their dreams, no matter how challenging they may seem. I hope that her story inspires my listeners to break barriers and shatter glass ceilings of their own, while advocating for equity and diversity in their fields.

A small housekeeping note before we jump in though, this podcast was recorded prior to the government of Canada banning Tiktok on government devices.  I encourage you to keep up with Senator Osler on her other social channels as she is a wealth of information both in medicine and politics. 

So, without further ado,  please meet Dr. Gigi Osler.

Voices of Change and Progress - Meet Senator Gigi Osler

Having female role models in different fields and positions of power can increase representation and diversity. When women see other women in leadership roles, they are more likely to believe that they too can achieve those positions. This is why I’m so pleased to have Senator Gigi Osler join me today to discuss her new role in Canada’s senate, and how she is managing her other roles as and internationally renowned surgeon and assistant professor.  

Wedding season is here, and finding the perfect venue is top of mind for many would be brides and grooms. Thankfully Angela Risi from The Doctor’s House, one of Canada’s top wedding venues, is here to share her top tips on choosing the perfect location for your wedding day.

Anne Brodie is in and we jump right into Season 3 of Ted Lasso, which we’re both thrilled to see the return of, plus a look at the sweet comedy-drama I Like Movies based on the experiences of filmmaker Chandler Levack who worked at Blockbuster and 

Cheryl Fennell and April Allen join me to share details about Proudly Indigenous Crafts and Designs, a trusted and secure e-commerce platform that celebrates and showcases Canadian Indigenous fashion designers and artists that create authentic, high-quality, hand-crafted seal fur and leather products, such as accessories, footwear, clothing and home décor.

At a time when corporate greed is running amok, it’s nice to know that socially conscious businesses that give back to their communities still exist. That’s why I know you’ll want to hear more about Love is Warm, the first socially conscious winter coat company. Founder Jordan Britton joins me to share more about this company that provides one coat to a Canadian in need for every coat purchased.

Finally, we’re closing out this week’s show with Surrey BC native Alexis Lynn, an Indigenous singer-songwriter who crafts deceptively sweet pop anthems that never shy away from her ethos of honesty and empowerment. She is here to discuss her latest album and share the single Something to Prove with us.

Shattering Glass Ceilings, Picture Perfect Weddings, Proudly Indigenous and Love is Warm

Do you know what a pretendian is? If you haven’t heard this term before you’ll definitely want to listen to my interview with Dr. Pam Palmater from Toronto Metropolitan University, who joins me to discuss this harmful trend for indigenous communities, some prominent examples of pretendians, and what is being done about it. 

It’s a bittersweet time for parents in their final year of high school as they start to prepare for a new reality in September in University. On one hand you can’t bear the thought of them leaving and on the other you’re excited to see them embark on this new chapter. But there’s a space in between there that most people aren’t paying attention to, and that’s how will they manage without you. Aly Pain joins me to share how to get your kids psychologically ready for this monumental transition.  

Anne Brodie is in with new entertainment and this week we have so much to get to! We start with a look at two Canadian gems, Clement Virgo’s Brother and Riceboy from Korean-Canadian filmmaker Anthony Shim. The new documentary Ithaka taks a look at the controversial Julian Assange, and Apple TV+ has Extrapolations, a new eco-drama that envisions what the world may look like as climate change intensifies over the coming years. 

Rumina Morris, an expert on Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression, is here to discuss race-based trauma and it’s impact.  Rumina is a strong advocate for social justice and human rights and has used her privilege as a leader to draw attention to systemic inequities and demand change. 

Rana Bokahri has been described as Canada’s own Erin Brokovich, and is commitmed to improving the lives of people far beyond the political arena she works in. When Rana was running for mayor in her hometown of Winnipeg, she was alerted to asbestos in water and began to dig deeper. She has since started asbestosfreewater.ca and joins me to share why municipalities across the country need to be addressing degrading water pipes now. 

Finally Chloé Caroline’s music radiates a warm, authentic, SoCal vibe with asubliminal message for people to live their truth and spread their light. She is here today to discuss her latest album The Awakening with us before we listen to the single Afraid of the Dark.

Social 


Pam Palmater

Website: https://pampalmater.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Pam_Palmater
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pam_palmater/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pampalmatermedia/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pampalmater
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/pampalmater

Aly Pain 

Website : https://www.alypain.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlyPain
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alypain/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlyPainStraightTalkFierceLove/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alypain?source=h5_m


Anne Brodie

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com

Rumina Morris

Website: https://ruminamorris.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruminamorris/

Rana Bokhari

Website: www.ranaforwpg.ca
Twitter: www.twitter.com/rana4manitoba
Instagram: http://instagram.com/rana_bokhari?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rana.bokhari.50?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Tiktok: tiktok.com/@rana4wpg
YouTube: https://youtu.be/x7_-sNArbHw


Chloe Caroline 

Website: https://www.chloecaroline.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chloecaroline/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1l3eeviueFhDQhS4d2RmCw
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@imchloecaroline
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chloecarolinemusic

Unmasking Pretendians & Preparing Teens for Independence, Asbestos-Free Water & Race-Based Trauma

Join me for an inspiring episode of What She Said Talk, as I sit down with Dr. Pamela Palmater, a Mi’kmaw citizen, lawyer, and professor of Indigenous Governance. In this episode, we discuss Pam's latest book, Warrior Life: Indigenous Resistance and Resurgence, and explore her experiences and perspectives on Indigenous issues, social justice, and anti-colonialism. Tune in to hear from a true leader and champion for Indigenous rights and voices.

Social: 

Website: https://pampalmater.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Pam_Palmater
Instagram: https://twitter.com/Pam_Palmater
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pampalmater

Warrior Life: An Interview with Dr. Pamela Palmater

Women in Canada make up less than a 1/3 of elected officials and that’s bad for everyone, and yes that means men too. Having women in elected positions leads to more inclusive and equitable representation, diverse perspectives, and better overall governance, ultimately benefiting society as a whole. Shari Graydon, founder of Informed Opinions is committed to changing our political landscape and has launched balanceofpower.ca to help women attain power to drive positive change in their communities and improve the lives of more Canadians.

I am thrilled to share a new partnership at What She Said with Care to Know. Care to Know.ca is a free resource where Canadians receive the latest health information, updates on new and existing treatments and advice from Canadian doctors via email. Over the next six months we’ll take a closer look at seasonal allergies and asthma, skincare, diabetes, weight management and menopause but today we’re going to share how caretoknow works with Dr. Christine Palmay so you can stop going down rabbit holes with Dr. Google. 

Anne Brodie is back with another big Saturday night at the movies and this week Kiefer Sutherland is back in Rabbit Hole, a new series on Paramount, Gabriel Basso stars as a low-level FBI agent pulled into non-stop action in Netflix’s new The Night Agent, Director Jean-Christophe Klotz's thrilling history of Hollywood's part in bringing Nazi war criminals to justice in Filmmakers for the Prosecution, an adaptation of Sandra Schulberg's Monograph and an urgently important documentary.

Next up, Anne is back with an interview with Julian Assange’s Dad and brother, John and Gabriel Shipton. Julian is perhaps The most famous hacker publisher in the world and remains in London's tough Belmarsh prison awaiting possible extradition to the US to face trial for espionage. If convicted, he faces 175 years in prison. His crime? Leaking videos of US military war crimes against Iraqis, provided to him by soldier Chelsea Manning and published on WikiLeaks. Assange's father John Shipton, and brother Gabriel continue to lobby for his release citing freedom of the press as Assange's mental and physical health continues to deteriorate. Don’t miss this interview.

I love a great whodunit, which is why I was so thrilled to catch up with Amy Stuart, author of the newly released A Death At the Party from Simon & Schuster. Amy joins me to share how she kept the pace non-stop in this day in a life story that will have you on the edge of your seat and guessing to the bitter end who the victim will be. 

Finally, food waste in Canada remains a huge problem, in fact, Canada is the worst in the world for throwing away food. Think about that. Our small little nation is #1 for all the wrong reasons. Part of the problem are those best before dates which muddy the waters for consumers about food safety. Lori Nikkel, CEO of Second Harvest joins me to clear the air.

Empowering Women, Care to Know, Food Waste, Fighting for Julian Assange, & A Death At the Party

Nearly 398,000 Canadians have bipolar disorder, and with World Bipolar Day just passing us by on March 30th I felt it was important to shed a light on it. Yollanda Zhang has launched a Live Talk Series on “Lessons from My Bipolar Journey” to help normalize conversations about mental health challenges and reduce stigma for all. She's here to discuss mental health and World Bipolar Day, and to share her insights on how we can all play a part in preventing anyone from feeling like they have to suffer alone.

It took Corinna Chong 15 years to write and release her book The Whole Animal, a collection of short stories that looks at gender roles as they relate to relationships, identity and autonomy in society. Already receiving rave reviews, Corinna joins me to share a little bit of the story behind the book. 

Anne Brodie is in with her regular Saturday Night at the Movies, and Gen X’ers will rejoice hearing about the return of two icons. First Kevin Bacon stars in Space Oddity directed by his wife Kyra Sedgewick and which Anne calls “a bold twist on the standard romance, with some comedic, heartwarming elements, set against a major life-changing conundrum” and next is the return of Rob Lowe in Unstable, a new series on Netflix co-created, written, and starring his son John Owen Lowe. 

We all love finding bargain on great clothes, but fashion, particularly fast fashion has a high cost we’re not thinking about enough. The environmental and social impacts that companies like Shein, H&M, and FashionNova have on our environment are disturbing, but even more disturbing is the human toll. Karishma Porwal  is a 25 year old climate educator and activist who has been talking about everything from fast fashion to earth-friendly meal choices on her social media pages since 2020 and joins me today to share what we should all be thinking about when we get dressed each day.

If you’ve ever owned a dog, or thought about owning one you’ll definitely want to hear more about Rona Maynard’s story. Rona and her husband rescued a dog Casey, and Rona quickly fell in love and noticed that just about everything around her changed with her new four legged companion. Her new book Starter Dog is available for pre-order now and Rona joins me to share a bit of the story including the prison time her dog did before he came home with her. 

Finally If you’re looking for your next great outdoor Canadian adventure then you absolutely want to stick around until the end to hear more about Andrea Minty’s new documentary Tripping Train 185 available on TVO and YouTube that starts airing April 7th. Train 185 takes outdoor enthusiasts through some of Ontario’s best natural landscapes for the adventure of a lifetime.
Social 

Yollanda Zhang

Website: www.yollandazhang.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/business.doula/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yollandazhang
Free Live Talk Series: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsc-GvrTMpHNbNB9V899ciKFMVICy2lbFS
Fundraiser for Maggie Ng: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/pages/in-memory-of-maggie-ng/


Corinna Chong

Website: http://corinnachong.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/corinnaschong
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corinnaschong/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/corinnachong.author
Get the Book: https://amzn.to/3lKXmlQ

Anne Brodie

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com

Karishma Porwal 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karishmaclimategirl/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@karishmaclimategirl

Rona Maynard

Website: http://ronamaynard.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronamaynard3278/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rona.maynard/
Get the Book: https://amzn.to/40pdZT6

Andrea Minty

Website: https://www.tvo.org/programs/tripping-the-series

Living with Bipolar Disorder, The Whole Animal, High Cost of Fast Fashion,  and Starter Dog

How did our federal budget rate when it comes to climate change? Lisa Gue, National Director of Policy with The Suzuki Foundation, joins me to discuss how much progress this year's budget has made towards a clean economy and if it will be enough.

Aly Pain is here to help us answer the age-old question parents everywhere ask of their teens, "Why are you not living up to your potential?" As always, Aly has a fresh look at how to approach this with your teen and tips on how you can achieve better communication with your teen so that you can actually let that question go for good.

Anne Brodie is here with new entertainment, and this week we take a look at the Palme d'Or-nominated film SHOWING UP starring Academy Award nominees Michelle Williams and Hong Chau, Sophie Jarvis' feature debut Until Branches Bend is an ambitious marriage of eco-responsibility in the face of corporate disinformation, and Mrs. Maisel's manager Susie, played by Alex Borstein, is ballsy, loud, and sharp-witted – and so is the Alex Borstein we meet in Alex Borstein: Corsets & Clown Suits, available on Prime this week.

AI is advancing at such a rapid rate that it is leaving not only people but the institutions and businesses they work in playing catch up. Many small businesses, for example, have not likely drafted an AI policy for their workers or contractors they work with, and that puts them at risk. Cat Coode from Binary Tat joins me to share what exactly the consequences are if you don't have an AI policy in place and what you should consider when drafting one up.

Finally, Apryll Aileen's music is charged with charisma and passion. A fan favourite at music festivals worldwide, Apryll transcends genres, creating her own undefinable sound with influences coming from pop, rock, electronic, folk, and R&B. She joins me today to catch us up on all she's doing before we play her new single, Catch Me, in its entirety for you.

Navigating Climate Change, Parenting Teens, and AI Policy: A Dynamic Discussion

As the AI revolution continues to unfold, deep fakes are on the rise, and alarmingly, over 90% of deepfake victims are women. Amber Mac has been following AI and in particular deep fakes closely and joins me today to discuss how and where it’s created and distributed, the damage it can cause, and what we can do about it. This is an important discussion all women need to take seriously.

Canadians throw away over 3 million tonnes of plastic waste every year and only 9% is recycled while the rest ends up in our landfills, waste-to-energy facilities or the environment. Kayli Dale and Jacquie Hutchings founded Friendlier to help stem the tide of this environmental nightmare, by drastically reducing the use of single use plastics in restaurants.

Anne Brodie joins me with entertainment and this week we take a look at Twice Colonized which follows Inuit lawyer and sealskin clothes designer Aaju Peter over seven years, the story of Joseph Bologne AKA Chevalier, a French Creole violinist, composer, conductor and fencer in Paris at the time of Marie Antoinette and the French Revolution, and Mrs. Davis, a fun, smart, and action-packed movie starring Betty Gilpin.

Last month, Dr. Mita Manna joined me on behalf of mbctime.ca to discuss metastatic breast cancer or mbc for short, to provide valuable information for those either living with mbc or who know someone with mbc. This month we’re joined by Karima Jessani. Karima is from Ontario, is a wife and mother to three, and has been living with metastatic breast cancer since 2013. Karima is here to share insight into her battle with this illness and the common misconceptions surrounding breast cancer. 

Money is never too tight to mention around her. In fact, the only way to make it through these troubling times is to talk about every aspect of our finances. That’s why I invited Jess and Colleen from Two Girls Investing to join me today to share their tips for riding out this economic storm we find ourselves in. 

Finally Tara Maclean recently released her bestselling debut memoir "Song of the Sparrow," which has received critical acclaim from numerous artists and publications. Alongside the book, Tara also released an accompanying album which is a collection of reimagined past work and new material. She joins me to share a little bit of the story behind the book and the album before we play the single "Lay Here in the Dark.” for you.

Amber Mac 

Website: https://ambermac.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ambermac
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ambermac/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ambermac

Friendlier 

Website: friendlier.ca
Twitter: https://twitter.com/be_friendlier
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/be.friendlier/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/be.friendlier
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/friendlier/

Anne Brodie

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com

Karima Jessani

Website: mbctime.ca

Two Girls Investing

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twogirlsinvesting/
Tiktok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@twogirlsinvesting

Tara MacLean

Website: https://www.taramacleanmusic.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/taramacmusic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taramacleanmusic/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taramacleanmusic

Empowering Conversations: Women, Environment, Entertainment, and Finance in Today's World

It’s almost been a year since Roe V Wade was overturned in the US and in that time Canadian women have watched in horror as our American sisters have their human rights violated. It’s important we don’t get too distracted south of the border though and pay attention to what is happening here. Megan Johnston from Abortion is Healthcare joins me to share what we need to focused on to protect our own rights. 

Every year Canada’s most vulnerable population leaves money they are entitled to from the government on the table. These funds can make a huge difference in their lives which is why Food Banks Canada is helping helping food bank users claim refunds and benefits in partnership with KPMG. Kirstin Beardsley joins me to share how it works. 

Anne Brodie is in with new entertainment and this week we look at The End of Sex, an hilarious look at two people trying to spice up their marriage, Crave’s comedic, satirical take on Watergate with White House Plumber, and Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story which is more delicious eye candy from Shondaland. 

When’s the last time you took a picture and didn’t filter it or photoshop it. It’s hard not to in a society that is constantly pushing and promoting unrealistic beauty standards.  Nuovo Photography wants to change that. Founder Catherine Theoret and marketing manager Devin Hickman join me to share how their six photography studios across North America are helping women fall in love with their natural beauty.

Seasonal allergies affect nearly 18% of Canadians according to the Government of Canada, and that means there are just over 6 million people walking amongst who may not be feeling their best. Further, for those living with Asthma, seasonal allergies only intensify their symptoms. Dr. Christine Palmay joins me as part of our ongoing series with Care to Know to share information you need to know. 

Finally Lindsay Misiner & the 7th Mystic is a 9 piece, Halifax-based Soul and RnB band featuring an eclectic group of musicians with undeniable talents and personalities. Their long awaited debut album released April 12th, and Lindsay joins me now to share a little bit about the new album before we play the song When I Had You Baby!

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Megan Johnston

Website: abortionhealthcare.ca
Twitter: https://twitter.com/abortionsignsca
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abortionsignsca/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abortionhealthcareca

Kirstin Beardsley

Website: https://foodbankscanada.ca
Twitter: https://twitter.com/foodbankscanada
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodbankscanada/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FoodBanksCanada

Anne Brodie

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com

Nuovo Photography

Website: www.nuovophotography.com/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nuovoartisticphotography/?hl=en
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/NuovoPhotography

Care to Know 

Website: https://caretoknow.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caretoknow_/

Lindsay Misiner

Website: www.lindsaymisiner.com/7thmystic
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/lindsaymisiner
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/7thmystic
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/7thmysticrevision

Human Rights, Empowering Communities & Unfiltered Beauty

In this captivating episode, I sit down with Natalie Maclean, a renowned wine expert, sommelier, and award-winning author, to discuss her latest book, "Wine Witch on Fire, Rising from the Ashes of Divorce, Defamation, and Drinking too Much." Listen in as Natalie shares her inspiring story of overcoming adversity, rebuilding her life, and finding love along the way. We'll explore her insights on responsible wine consumption, navigating the wine industry as a woman, and her transformative journey of self-discovery. Don't miss this compelling conversation with one of the world's most influential voices in the world of wine.

The Resilient Wine Witch: Natalie Maclean's Inspiring Journey

Join Candace Sampson in another power-packed episode of "What She Said," where real women make real differences.  We explore the perfect summer escape with Cheryl Brown of Le Boat Vacations, and learn about the enchanting world of wine with Natalie Maclean, a celebrated sommelier and author. Plus, we touch on the pressing need for more women in politics with Erica Ehm, and discuss the mental health challenges in law enforcement with Colette Currin. Tune in for interviews that not only empower and educate but also entertain.

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Le Boat

Website: www.leboat.ca
Twitter: https://twitter.com/leboatvacations
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leboatvacations/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leboatvacations/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZNA2oxm2w36UZwRpfJ0tnxNGyYlZT4Dm


Natalie Maclean 

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliemacleanwine
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/natdecants
TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@nataliemacleanwine
Twitter https://www.twitter.com/nataliemaclean
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliemaclean
Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/50791.Natalie_MacLean
BookBub https://www.bookbub.com/authors/natalie-maclean
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NatalieMacLean 
Podcast https://www.nataliemaclean.com/blog/podcast

Anne Brodie

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com

Erica Ehm 

Website: https://www.ericaehm.com/

Collette Curin 

Website: https://www.edgewoodhealthnetwork.com/locations/ledgehill/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ehncanada
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ehn.canada/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ehncanada
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edgewood-health-network/

Empowering Voices: A Royal Affair, Vacation Escapes, and Women in Politics

In this episode of "What She Said," Candace Sampson leads us through some of life's challenging conversations and situations. We start with the delicate topic of end-of-life planning with Carly Hickey, providing valuable insights for the sandwich generation. Anne Brodie brings us the latest in entertainment, discussing a star-studded movie, a Jennifer Lopez thriller, and a controversial documentary on Cleopatra. Melissa Maloney from Happy Leader Enterprises joins us to delve into the pressures of leadership and how self-care plays a critical role in everyone's success. Kara Alloway, a former reality TV star, unveils her debut novel, offering an insider's view of the ruthless world of reality TV. Lastly, Anne Brodie sits down with Canadian Comedian Jay Baruchel to discuss his new movie about the rise and fall of a Canadian icon, Blackberry. Tune in for another episode that promises to empower, educate, and entertain.

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Carly Hickey

Website: www.aceplanningco.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/aceplanningco
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aceplanningco/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aceplanningco
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aceplanningco


Anne Brodie

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com

Melissa Maloney

Website: www.happyleader.ca 
               www.allwomenlead.ca
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thehappyleader1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehappyleader/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.w.maloney

Kara Alloway

Website: https://karaalloway.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/karaalloway
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karaalloway/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraAllowayOfficial

Navigating End of Life, Leadership Pressure, and the Glitz of Reality TV

Join us in this inspiring episode as we delve into Penny Light's transformative journey from a corporate executive to founding Grit & Grace, a unique women's boutique championing individuality and confidence. Penny candidly shares about her life's adventures, from the Costa Rican jungle to Everest Base Camp, and how these experiences shaped her vision for Grit & Grace. This isn't just a story about creating a successful business; it's about creating a community and making everyone who walks into her stores feel part of something bigger. Whether you're an adventurer at heart, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone seeking inspiration, this episode is a testament to embracing life's journey with grit and grace.

Website: https://gritandgraceclothing.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceclothing/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gritandgraceclothing

Embracing Life's Adventure: Penny Light's Journey from Corporate Executive to Grit & Grace Founder

In this week's episode of What She Said, we delve into some vital and captivating discussions. Dr. Paula Gordon from Dense Breasts Canada stresses the importance of early breast cancer screening. Penny Light talks about the significance of physical retail spaces in a digital world, emphasizing slow, thoughtful fashion. Entertainment expert Anne Brodie reviews an array of cinematic offerings, from the scenic "The Eight Mountains," to the intriguing "Master Gardener," and the charming "What’s Love Got to Do with It." Aly Pain clarifies the difference between setting boundaries and having expectations with teenagers, while Dianne Martin highlights the BEGIN program's role in supporting the nursing field amidst shortages. Finally, author Amy Jones captivates with her novel, "Pebble and Dove," a story interweaving three generations of women and a manatee named Pebble. Don't miss this episode that promises to enlighten, educate, and entertain.

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Paula Gordon

Website: https://densebreastscanada.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/densebreastscanada/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/densebreastscanada/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/densebreastscdn

Penny Light 

Website: https://gritandgraceclothing.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gritandgraceclothing
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceclothing/

Anne Brodie

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com

Aly Pain 

Website : https://www.alypain.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlyPain
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alypain/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlyPainStraightTalkFierceLove/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alypain?source=h5_m


Dianne Martin

Website: https://www.werpn.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/we_rpn
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/we_rpn/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearepracticalnurses/
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/wearepracticalnurses

Amy Jones

Website: https://amyjonesauthor.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/amylaurajones
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amlaujo/

Early Cancer Detection, Boundaries with Teens, and Unconventional Tales of Love and Connection

In this week's episode of "What She Said," we're breaking age barriers and digging into some intriguing truths. We kick off with Joan Macdonald, the 77-year-old fitness enthusiast who's proving it's never too late to transform your life. She shares her journey and what you can expect from her new book, "Flex Your Age." Dr. Christine Palmay from Care to Know provides invaluable advice for women transitioning into menopause. In our entertainment segment, Anne Brodie gives us insights into the HBO documentary "Being Mary Tyler Moore," Netflix's "Fubar" starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, and "Drops of God" on Apple TV+. Emily Lynn Paulson, a former MLM "boss babe," reveals the harsh realities of multilevel marketing in her new book and interview. Finally, we hear from Zoe Ackah about the creative process behind her new album "This Hen" before previewing the intriguingly titled single, "The Hen is starting to hate men." Tune in for another enlightening episode.

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Joan Macdonald

Website: https://www.trainwithjoanofficial.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trainwithjoan/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trainwithjoan
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWOyFzySyx55yI1FcMiYKw


Dr. Christine Palmay 

Website: https://caretoknow.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caretoknow_/


Anne Brodie

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie
Website: whatshesaidtalk.com


Emily Lynn Paulson

Website: https://www.emilylynnpaulson.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilylynnpaulson/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emmypaulson


Zoe Ackah 

Website: www.zoeackah.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/zoeackah
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoeackahmusic/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZoeAckahMusic

Flex Your Age: Fitness, Menopause, and the Truth Behind MLMs

When the world went into lockdown in March of this year hidden talents were unearthed everywhere as women looked to combat boredom and keep depression at bay. Some of us discovered we were baking queens, others explored knitting and needlepoint, large swaths of the population went back to school to chase degrees and new career opportunities, and a lot of us found ourselves on TikTok. Pre-Covid, TikTok was still largely considered a Gen Z social app, but the pandemic changed all that and everyone from first time moms to senior citizens found themselves connecting and creating community virtually. My next guest started her TikTok account in April and as of this recording has amassed 4.8 million followers. Dubbed the CEO of Facial Expressions, it’s not hard to see why people flock to her. She is all at once, funny, warm, self-deprecating, smart, beautiful, and thoughtful. Simply put, you can see her as your best friend, and let’s face it, we could call use another best friend. Meet Kris Collins, AKA @KallMeKris on TikTok.

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