In this episode we will interview Stacy about how substitute teachers use technology to engage, enrich, and extend students learning and about the positives and challenges of hybrid lessons.
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Without Losing Your Cool Unfiltered is a lifestyle show where you'll feel seen and heard. It is that gentle reminder that you are not alone on this beautiful complex, wonderful journey called life. And I, Shantelle Bisson am your host for this adventure: I'm a 55 year old serial entrepreneur, a three time author, mother to three adult daughters and married for more than three decades. Good things come in threes. My motto is: "Life is messy, but we don't have to be." Every WLYC Unfiltered pod ...
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On Off the Table, we discuss all things food-related not necessarily pertaining to what you actually eat. We try to focus on a different perspective of the food world on every episode, and give our guests a platform to share how they got their start, how food has impacted them, or anything else they wish to share.
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085. Building Brilliance in Spite of Being Afraid: Actor/Director/Writer Katie Boland
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1:01:32After a robust career as an actress, Boland has most recently focused on creating for herself. Her feature film directorial debut, We’re All In This Together, in which she plays twins, has had a large festival run and was released across Canada and in America in 2022. Her resume includes Paul Thomas Anderson’s The Master, CW’s Reign, Bruce La Bruce…
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087. The Karma of Home Wreckers & Education in Nepotism w/ Pietro
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42:38Everyone’s favourite co-host is back! Pietro Russino returns for another episode with Shantelle. In this episode the besties weigh in on the importance of business etiquette, sh*tting where we eat, and nepotism! Let us know what YOU think! As always, support this independent podcast by making sure you: FOLLOW - LIKE - COMMENT - SHARE! CONNECT WITH …
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086. Balancing Your Hormones, Cortisol & Life w/ Ciara Foy Functional Nutritionist
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1:00:12Ciara Foy helps overachievers understand their health. By helping them prioritize their internal life and create room for self-care, she gets them on track towards becoming their happiest, healthiest, most efficacious selves. HOPE YOU ENJOY THE EPISODE! CONNECT WITH SHANTELLE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shantellebisson/?hl=en WEBSITE: http…
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084. B*tch YES B*tch NO Pt. III w/ Pietro Russino
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58:20Pietro RETURNS! We have more things to get off our chest and disagree/agree on! In this episode we touch on a particular embarrassing fashion faux pas, luxury fashion etiquette, city bike lanes and snow removal! As always, support this independent podcast by making sure you: FOLLOW - LIKE - COMMENT - SHARE! CONNECT WITH SHANTELLE INSTAGRAM: https:/…
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083. Catherine Farquharson: Mindset & Transformation Coach
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1:04:00Catherine Farquharson is a Mindset & Transformation Coach who mentors superstar biz women to create breakthroughs so they can finally take the action they've been stalling on (without blowing up their entire lives)! She has helped guide hundreds of women to align with the truth of their hearts, and go through the transformation to create their drea…
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WELCOME BACK! <3 Long overdue for a sweet solo episode! Today Shantelle discusses the ladies' trip to space, living in the moment, and the chokehold technology has on us! As always, support this independent podcast by making sure you: FOLLOW - LIKE - COMMENT - SHARE! CONNECT WITH SHANTELLE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shantellebisson/?hl=en…
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081. B*tch YES B*tch NO Part II w/ Pietro Russino
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46:58Everyone’s favorite co-host is back! Pietro Russino returns for another episode with Shantelle. LETS SEE WHAT WE AGREE/DISAGREE ON THIS TIME! In this episode the duo touches on airport baggage claim etiquette, young love and restaurant service qualms. As always, support this independent podcast by making sure you: CONNECT WITH SHANTELLE INSTAGRAM: …
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080. Are You Committing Ageism Against Yourself? w/ Cristina Carpio
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1:04:57While a relatively new term, ageism is a method of discrimination based on age - typically toward older people, though it can also be directed toward younger people as well. It's a way of enforcing harmful stereotypes - too old to be effective, interesting, too young to have sufficient knowledge or understanding. In this episode, Shantelle and Cris…
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079. From Her Kitchen to Store Shelves: Bold Moves w/ Nacile Sharpe
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42:27NACILE SHARPE JOINS US THIS WEEK! Nacile is a Family Business owner, a creative, an entrepreneur and one hell of a chef! Bold Quality Lemonaide isn’t just about lemonade. it’s about taking control of what we consume, making thoughtful choices, and leading by example. This is Nacile's family legacy, and she's proud to share it with us. As always, su…
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078. The Subtle Art of Relaunching w/ Sabrina Nicosia
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58:06This weeks guest is Sabrina Nicosia! Sabrina is a Toronto Based Real Estate Agent, TV Producer, Podcaster and Entrepreneur. Shantelle and Sabrina discuss relaunching life after marriage, re entering the dating scene, picking up the pieces of business ventures and more! FOLLOW - LIKE - COMMENT - SHARE! CONNECT WITH SHANTELLE INSTAGRAM: https://www.i…
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077. Two Things Can Be True Part II w/ Pietro Russino
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35:24Everyone’s favorite co-host is back! Pietro Russino returns for another episode with Shantelle. Among many other things, he manages six luxury skin care brands, and is a progressive leader constantly fostering growth and pushing forward for innovation; and currently serving as the Vice President of Operations at Beautymark Solutions Inc. In this ep…
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076. The Unspoken Sacrifice of The Female Entrepreneur w/ Gina Livy
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1:28:30This week's episode brings back a great friend of the show: GINA LIVY! Gina Livy is the founder and CEO of Weight Loss by Gina Inc., a business that helps people lose weight in a healthy and sustainable way. Allowing them move on with their lives without the stress of weight loss, and a healthy life being their sole focus. After winning her own bat…
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075. What Has Shantelle Losing Her Cool In The First Q of 2025
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34:55Welcome back! In this overdue solo episode Shantelle discusses corporate greed, internalized misogyny, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds SNL 50th anniversary drama, and what Amazon and CHEF BOYARDEE have in common! As always, support this independent podcast by making sure you: FOLLOW - LIKE - COMMENT - SHARE! CONNECT WITH SHANTELLE INSTAGRAM: https:/…
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074. Building A Balanced Canada w/ Political Journalist Sabrina Maddeaux
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1:06:02What's really going on with the Canadian elections process? Sabrina Maddeaux is a National Magazine Award winner, and a political columnist whose work has appeared in the National Post, Globe and Mail, Toronto Star and many other media outlets. She frequently appears on Canada's top radio and TV programs, as well as thought leadership forums, to pr…
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073. Two Things Can Be True w/ Pietro Russino
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27:59Everyone’s favorite co-host is back! Pietro Russino returns for another episode with Shantelle. Among many other things, he manages six luxury skin care brands, and is a progressive leader constantly fostering growth and pushing forward for innovation; and currently serving as the Vice President of Operations at Beautymark Solutions Inc. In this ep…
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072. From Pain to Pleasure: Addressing Pelvic Floor Health with Nikki Bergen
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1:03:19An inspirational trainer and creative educator with a passion for encouraging women to lead happier, healthier lives, Nikki Bergen is one of Canada’s most sought after health and fitness experts. A former professional dancer, Nikki has dedicated her life to creating fitness programs that create choreography from science, each one specially designed…
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071. Danielle Bryk on Renovations, Reinvention and Her Time on HGTV
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1:23:30In WLYC Episode 71 Shantelle sits down with one of Canada’s favorite celebrity interior designers, Danielle Bryk. They chat about the things they have in common: like being married to actors, moving houses like the feds are after you, and the need to make each new rental a home so your kids - hopefully - don’t realize how often you move, all Withou…
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070. Defying Gender Bias in Business w/ Pietro Russino
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45:10Pietro Russino is an accomplished and versatile business professional with a proven track record of success across diverse industries, including corporate retail, consumer goods, financial services, and luxury beauty management. With over a decade of experience, Pietro combines entrepreneurial insight with corporate acumen, making him a dynamic lea…
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069. Redefining Beauty & Wellness on Your Terms With Amanda Porta
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1:07:36The Holistic Beauty Coach is HERE! Amanda Porta also known as the Holistic Beauty Coach joins us this week. Amanda is a health coach, a patient advocate and a huge force behind spreading awareness for Breast Implant Health Illness. She has built a strong, loyal fan base on social media by whistle blowing on how sick implants really make women. Afte…
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068. Smashing The Glass Ceiling with Top Canadian Entertainment Producer Christina Jennings
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54:19In this Episode of WLYC Shantelle sits down with Christina Jennings - Founder, Chairman and President of Shaftesbury, one of Canada’s leading film and television companies. Shaftesbury is a company known for innovative storytelling and building successful brands. Spanning television, feature film and digital productions, Shaftesbury titles are sold…
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067. Blocking Prejudice in Sports and Inspiring Inclusivity With Ex-Pro Hockey Goalie Brock McGillis
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1:11:50In this episode of Without Losing Your Cool, we are happy to have Brock McGillis with us. Brock McGillis is a former professional hockey player, trailblazing advocate, and unapologetic culture disruptor on a mission to transform the sport he loves. As the first openly gay men’s professional hockey player, Brock shattered stereotypes, igniting conve…
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066. Bringing Back Fun in 2025 w/ Andrea Parker & Mel Mills
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1:06:11The dream behind entrepreneurship is: freedom, financial independence, and FUN! In this episode we explore what to do when the entrepreneurial sh*t hits the fan, and how to reclaim it all, by chatting with FUN experts Andrea Parker and Mel Mills. Andrea, a former police detective turned keynote speaker and Conscious Leadership coach, along with her…
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This season’s very first listener Q & A Shantelle answers your burning questions. From infidelity, to getting what you need out of your relationships. How to not only set healthy personal boundaries, but how to hold them. You do not want to miss a thing. As always, support this independent podcast by making sure you: FOLLOW - LIKE - COMMENT - SHARE…
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064. B*tch Yes B*tch No with Pietro Russino
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54:30He’s back! Shantelle’s BFF Pietro returns for his second episode of gabbing and gossip. Pietro Russino is an accomplished and versatile business professional with a proven track record of success across diverse industries, including corporate retail, consumer goods, financial services, and luxury beauty management. In this new episode, Shantelle in…
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063. Dealing With Your Feelings With Pietro Russino
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56:49Introducing Pietro, one of Shantelle’s longest (and funniest) friends! Pietro Russino is an accomplished and versatile business professional with a proven track record of success across diverse industries, including corporate retail, consumer goods, financial services, and luxury beauty management. With over a decade of experience, Pietro combines …
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062. Hitting the books > Hitting the pipe with Jordana Goldlist
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1:34:00**Warning: this episode deals with incredibly sensitive topics, including self harm, addiction and drug use** For the first interview of the season, Shantelle sits down with top Canadian defence attorney, Jordana Goldlist. Jordana H. Goldlist is the owner of JHG Criminal Law, a boutique firm focused on defending people charged with murder, drug tra…
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Shantelle Bisson is a 3 time author, with two of her books getting on the best-sellers list. She is also an entrepreneur and the host of this spicy, real-talk lifestyle Without Losing Your Cool podcast. The WLYC season 4 focus is: (Un)Becoming all that society puts upon us women to BE. The guests this season are a collection of everyday people whos…
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060. Rising Above: Navigating Life's Challenges with Resilience and Gratitude with Shantelle Bisson
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19:11In this inspiring episode, and also the season finale of Season 3, we delve into the profound wisdom gained through life's trials and tribulations. Join us as we explore the art of pushing through adversity and the powerful messages that life imparts upon us. Throughout the season, we've encountered incredible moments that have left a lasting impac…
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059. Navigating Life's Seasons with Cheryl Hickey: From TV Host to Philanthropist and Mom
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1:03:48In this heartwarming episode, we sit down with Cheryl Hickey, a renowned TV Host, devoted mom, and passionate entrepreneur. Family is at the core of Cheryl's life, and she shares the profound influence of her mom, who serves as her role model. Join us as we delve into Cheryl's life as she balances her bustling career with her cherished roles as a w…
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058. Finding Light in Dark Moments: Carin Moffat's Journey of Resilience and Empowerment
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1:05:26In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with the remarkable Carin Moffat, a true force in the world of entertainment. Carin Moffat is a multi-talented figure in the entertainment industry, known for her roles as a producer, co-writer, and actress. Born in Toronto to immigrant parents, she embarked on her journey in storytelling and performing, fuele…
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057. Radical Change, Truth, and Commitment to Transforming Your Life with Sarah Swain
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1:09:57Step into an inspiring world of transformation with this episode as we delve into the incredible journey of Sarah Swain. From stumbling into the realm of publishing to crafting the groundbreaking concept of "Monetize Your Mind," Sarah's story is a testament to embracing personal freedom and reshaping societal norms. Discover the defining moments th…
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056. Developing Resilience, Mindset Mastery, and the Path to Inner Growth with Elvis Stojko
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1:03:47This episode is the dose of motivation, hope and inspiration you need, as we have a truly extraordinary guest joining us – Elvis Stojko. He's a figure skating legend, a true trailblazer in the world of sports, and someone who has pushed the boundaries of both his body and mind to achieve remarkable success. Elvis Stojko, a renowned name in men's fi…
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055. Entrepreneurship, Embracing Challenges, and the Art of Creating Meaningful Impact with Arlene Dickinson
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1:00:47This week on Without Losing Your Cool, we have THE Arlene Dickinson. From breaking barriers as the sole woman CEO on Dragons Den to navigating parenthood while pursuing her dreams, Arlene's story is a testament to resilience and growth. Arlene is the General Partner of District Ventures Capital, a venture capital fund focused on helping market, fun…
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054. Empowering Your Wellness Journey: Overcoming Regrets, Loss, and Body Challenges with Gina Livy
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1:17:16Gina Livy is the founder and CEO of Weight Loss by Gina Inc., a business that helps people lose weight in a healthy and sustainable way, so they can move on with their lives and never have to worry about weight loss ever again. Gina has been helping people lose weight for over 30 years and her mission is to disrupt the diet industry by showing peop…
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053. Is It Time to Cut the Cord In Your Relationships?
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23:00How do you prioritize your connections? How do we accept where we are, the relationships we have or don’t have, and learn from them? In this episode, we talk about the various complexities of life, love, grief, loss and personal growth. We explore the importance of carefully choosing who to keep in our close circle of friends, setting boundaries an…
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052. The Evolution of Self and Tapping into Purpose with Cynthia Dale
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47:23In this captivating podcast episode, we delve into the extraordinary life of Cynthia Dale, a 'triple sensation' in the world of acting, singing, and dancing. One of Canada's most acclaimed and sought-after performers, she is a true and veritable 'triple sensation', garnering rave reviews as an award-winning actor, singer, and dancer onstage and on …
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051: Redefining Success and Embracing the Pivot with Matt Basile
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1:18:47Born and raised in Toronto, Matt Basile's passion for food was nurtured by his Italian grandparents, particularly his grandfather's expertise in bread-making and cured meats. Despite initially pursuing a different career path, Matt's desire for meaningful creation led him to establish Fidel Gastro's, a sandwich shop. Facing financial challenges, he…
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050. Moving Forward in the Face of Loss: You Deserve to Thrive with Margo Sage
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1:08:34What do you do when life as you know it stops dead in its tracks, and everything around you comes crumbling down? This is what happened to this week’s guest, Margo Sage, when her husband went into anaphylactic shock and subsequently cardiac arrest when their new baby was just a few months old. In this heartfelt conversation, Margo opens up about th…
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049. Are you in Your Invisible Years? Navigating Self Worth When You Feel Invisible
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15:12Are you in your invisible years? Have you heard of this term before? In this episode, we delve into this phenomenon Shantelle recently learned about, known as the "invisible years." Together, we uncover those hidden moments when we felt unseen, undervalued, and disconnected from our true potential. Through personal anecdotes and insights, we explor…
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048. Unapologetic Authenticity: Monika Schnarre's Journey of Empowerment and Reinvention
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1:14:30In this episode, the legendary model-turned-entrepreneur, Monika Schnarre joins Shantelle on the latest episode of Without Losing Your Cool. Join us as Monika shares pivotal moments that shaped her into the empowered woman she is today. Monika takes us back to the beginnings of her modelling career, recounting the challenges and triumphs that prope…
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047. Transforming Food Accessibility and Fighting Waste with Chef Jagger Gordon
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1:02:25In this episode, Shantelle sits down with Chef Jagger Gordon, who is dedicated to making food more accessible to those in need. Join them as they dive into Chef Jagger's personal journey as a single father and how it shaped his mission to create Feed It Forward and The Soup Bar. Together, they explore the core idea behind Feed It Forward and shed l…
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046. Friendship, Love, and the Profound Path of a Terminal Illness Journey with Caroline Young
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1:14:10In this heartfelt episode, Caroline Young joins Shantelle as a special guest. Caroline is a stylist, mother, and one of Shantelle's dearest friends, and together they delve into the deep bond of their life-long friendship. They share the journey of owning businesses together, providing unwavering support, and being each other's pillars in times of …
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045. Why You Need to Stop Apologizing with Shantelle Bisson
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14:10Welcome to Season 3 of Without Losing Your Cool podcast, where we explore how to navigate the often tumultuous waters life can throw at us. In this episode back, we’re diving into how to have TOUGH conversations without being rude, or shaming yourself. Why do we have the tendency to apologize after asserting ourselves? We’re exploring the dynamics …
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044. Being Intentional About the Relationships and Connections You Make with Shantelle Bisson
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14:40This FINAL episode of Season 2 is a solo episode with Shantelle. Where she recaps the highlights of all the guests in season 2, and also touches on the importance of relationships. Are you intentional about the relationships you have in your life? Are you putting in the time, energy and effort they deserve? Where do they drain you and how do they b…
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043. Behind the Curtain with Yannick Bisson
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52:53In this episode, Shantelle has the distinct pleasure of sitting down with her husband, Yannick Bisson, a Canadian actor, and producer who has been in the entertainment industry for over 40 years. While Yannick has been on the WLYC podcast before, this one is unlike any interview you’ve heard from him; they talk about the complexities of money and h…
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042. The Power of Persistence: Ellie Mae's Journey to Success in the Fashion Industry
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56:30In this episode, we sit down with Ellie Mae Waters, the founder and creative director of Ellie Mae Studios. She takes us through her journey, from how she came to start her own clothing line, to her experiences working in the cut-throat fashion industry of Los Angeles. Ellie Mae shares her story of starting her career in styling at just 19 years ol…
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041. Navigating Life's Toughest Conversations with Michelle Surtees
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54:37In this episode, Michelle Surtees (https://www.instagram.com/tough.cookie.communications/) sits down to talk about her latest book, "Crummy Conversations," and her beliefs on the importance of communication in all types of relationships – especially with our kids. Michelle dives in with her inspiration for writing "Crummy Conversations," a book abo…
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040. Your Words Matter: Are You Inspiring or Causing Emotional Damage?
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27:35In this episode, we'll dive deep into the impact our words can have on others, both online and offline. From talking about why people feel emboldened to say whatever they want on social media, to exploring why it’s okay to share controversial content, we'll unpack the underlying reasons behind our communication habits. We'll also examine how social…
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039. Becoming Women that Empower Women with Crystal Andrus Morissette
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1:04:46How do we become women that empower women? What does it mean to transform our mindsets and lives from the inside out? We’re answering these questions as we dive into the world of self-discovery and empowerment with international best-selling author, Emotional Age and Communication Expert, and women's advocate, Crystal Andrus Morissette. Crystal is …
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038. Breaking Through Societal Stigmas with Mike Purewal
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55:48Despite being a significant issue, and one that is talked about more openly today than ever before, men's mental health is still a topic that is largely buried in stigma and taboo. For decades, our society has given in to the stereotype that men are supposed to be tough, unemotional, and self-reliant, making it difficult for them to open up about t…
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