Best Jennifer Kolbuc Podcasts (2024)

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It only gets better from here, with special guests Sue and Peter Le Souef 34:32

9M ago34:32

34:32

To celebrate episode 100, we are thrilled to have Kate’s parents Sue and Peter Le Souef back on the podcast! We are talking about what the future holds, and how we can continue to get outside with our kids as they get older. And from everything we heard, there’s so much to look forward to. We have loved bringing our podcast to you for the last 100 …

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A huge announcement about our podcast 22:36

10M ago22:36

22:36

Tonight we share a major announcement that we’ve been pondering for a little while about the future of our podcast. We reflect on all that we’ve learned in the last 99 episodes, and look back on amazing messages that we have received from our listeners that make us feel all teary and emotional. We also share what the future holds for us, our lives,…

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Celebrating our favourite guests, stories, and fails! 24:17

10M ago24:17

24:17

As we approach our 100th episode, we reflect on the top 10 episodes (OK it’s actually 11, but who’s counting) from our show. We share the guests that we think about the most, and the stories that have really stuck with us. So many laughs, so many stories, so many fails! Episodes we mentioned in this episode: Ep: 75: Trekking to Everest base camp wi…

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Why we disagree with this popular parenting expert 21:06

10M ago21:06

21:06

Could this be our most controversial episode yet?! Perhaps! We recently saw a post by a very popular parenting expert about indoor vs. outdoor play that caused such a strong reaction from us both, we knew we wanted to talk about the topic here on the podcast. We love @busytoddler, and her tips for entertaining little kids were such a lifeline for u…

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Raising outdoor kids, with our favourite storyteller Pete Clarkson, former Park Warden and marine debris artist 37:46

10M ago37:46

37:46

He’s baaack! Fan favourite Pete Clarkson is back on the podcast to tell us even more stories about raising outdoor kids around mountains, beaches, grizzlies, waves, guns, helicopters, and wildlife! You’ll love Pete’s energy and his perspective on parenting, and his stories will have you laughing along with us. Tune in to hear: How to beachcomb with…

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How to get outside in cold and flu season 18:20

11M ago18:20

18:20

Here in the northern hemisphere, cold and flu season is in full swing. The combination of cranky, tired, sick kids and cranky, tired parents (who might also be sick!) who have all spent too much time indoors can be nasty. Today we share our best ideas for getting outside when your kids are sick, when a family member is sick, or when you yourself ar…

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How to make (and keep) mom friends, with our special guests Katherine and Aimee 35:37

11M ago35:37

35:37

Being a parent is hard enough, but when you feel lonely and unsupported, it’s about a million times harder. This week, we have invited two of our amazing mom friends, Katherine and Aimee, onto the podcast to talk about all the ways that good friends can help you in your parenting journey. Tune in to hear: How we have met moms who we actually want t…

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Five spooky ways to get outside in the fall 15:35

11M ago15:35

15:35

When the days are getting shorter, the nights are getting darker, and there’s a definite eeriness to the evenings, it can only mean one thing… Halloween is nearly upon us! This is a time of year when it’s tempting to snuggle down inside. But you know that your kids need the fresh air just as much as ever. Never fear, we have you covered. This week …

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Elevate Your Leadership: Insights from Vanessa Fudge 33:40

11M ago33:40

33:40

Vanessa Fudge is a seasoned leadership advisor and the driving force behind Leading Well. With over two decades of expertise, Vanessa shares her insights on the vital connection between leadership and organisational well-being. She highlights how exceptional leadership is a cornerstone of overall health for both companies and their people, shedding…

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When you can’t get outside with kids 12:55

11M ago12:55

12:55

Atmospheric river, heat wave, ice storm, air quality warnings… depending on where you live, there are lots of reasons why you might not actually be ABLE to get outside with your kid on a particular day. So what do you do? Let the kids run riot and trash your house? We have a better solution! Today we are sharing all our best tips for keeping everyo…

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Hiking to magical castles and jelly bean mountains in Ireland, with Gina from Our Little Hiker 27:26

11M ago27:26

27:26

If you need a little extra motivation to take your kids hiking, you’re going to love this week’s guest! Gina from Our Little Hiker has been hiking all over Ireland with her three kids for years. She shares practical (and magical!) tips to keep your kids moving and get them to their next peak, castle, or lookout. Tune in to hear: Why your kids might…

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Our most epic fails: summer 2023 edition 27:23

12M ago27:23

27:23

We are back with our epic fails from the summer! And wow, there are some big fails this season, including our most serious one yet. Every season, we share all our mistakes from the last few months so that you feel less alone. If you’ve also experienced meltdowns, forgotten gear, and terrible weather when getting outside with your kids, you’re not d…

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How to help your kids learn outside, with Jade Berrill from the Outdoor Learning Store 33:33

12M ago33:33

33:33

Does your kid ask questions you can’t answer? We all want to raise inquisitive, observant, respectful kiddos but unless you have an actual teaching background, it can be really challenging! Enter the amazing Jade Berrill from the Outdoor Learning Store, who has all the prompts, questions, and activities to help you help your kids. Beginning with th…

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Bethany Inez: Illuminating the Path to Splendor and Self-Discovery 37:26

12M ago37:26

37:26

Bethany Inez is a passionate life coach, intuitive guide, and healthy living expert based in the picturesque coastal town of Byron Bay, Australia. With a career that initially began in the world of hairdressing and spanned two decades as a salon owner, Bethany's journey has taken her on an extraordinary path of self-discovery and transformation. Be…

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When your home is a bus, with Nicole and Bo from Roam With Bus 36:47

12M ago36:47

36:47

Can you imagine moving your family, including two kids and a dog, into a converted school bus? That’s just what Nicole and Bo did, and the results have been life changing! Together, they have minimized their lives to roam the U.S. in their bus and as a result, they spend tons more time outside together. Tune in to hear: Why (and how) they decided t…

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How to find reliable trail information, with Sarah Lamagna, author of Hiking with Kids in New England 33:55

1y ago33:55

33:55

How do you find trail information for hikes and walks? There are so many online sources these days, it can be overwhelming to find reliable information that won’t leave you stranded in the middle of a forest! This week, we are joined by the delightful Sarah Lamagna who is talking to us about the value of a real hiking guide that has been hiked, res…

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The best (and worst) parenting advice we’ve ever received 12:54

1y ago12:54

12:54

Has a total stranger offered you total unsolicited parenting advice? Maybe it happened at a really low moment for you and made you feel terrible! This week we’re sharing the most terrible advice we’ve ever received, as well as the best. Best of all, our favourite piece of advice can be applied to pretty much any parenting situation. This fun little…

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The HEART© of Empowerment: A Holistic Approach to Self-Confidence with Tassos Kotzias 42:38

1y ago42:38

42:38

My guest this week is Tassos Kotzias who has developed the unique HEART© Coaching methodology to make you feel Holistic, Empowered, Accepted, Resilient, and Transformed, so that you can appreciate and integrate this holistic transformation, balance and harmony in your life, once and for all! Tassos is also my first male guest so really good to have…

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When summer starts to feel long 12:44

1y ago12:44

12:44

Does the end of summer make you feel like you’re in struggle town? You’re not alone! Today we are talking about all the things that can compound to make summer with kids feel long and irregular and a little bit hard! This episode is the pep talk you need to make it through to some cooler weather and a more regular routine. Because we know you’re go…

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How to know when you should cancel a trip 9:45

1y ago9:45

9:45

Have you ever regretted going on an adventure with kids? It has happened to Kate and today we’re telling you all about it! Spoiler alert: never go straight from the Emergency Department to a camping trip… This fun little episode is part of our Summer Minis Series! We are bringing you short minisodes packed with tips and advice to help you create mo…

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Achieving Your Goals: The Practical Side of Law of Attraction and Manifesting 31:39

1y ago31:39

31:39

I've wanted to do an episode about the Law of Attraction and Manifesting for a while but haven't had the space to really think it through. I want to make a practical guide to manifesting; one that is grounded in reality and not a lot of the spiritual noise that I often hear about this subject. To me the Law of Attraction and Manifesting boils down …

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An ode to our pre-kid selves 7:41

1y ago7:41

7:41

Now that you have kids, if you could go back in time, what would you say to yourself to calm the nerves and reassure yourself? What has surprised you about parenting? What has been harder than you expected? What are you proud of? In this week’s mini episode, we are casting our minds back to before our first kids were born and we are sending a messa…

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Beauty Inside Out: 5 Steps to Confidence and Harmony with Brigitta Bekesi 57:06

1y ago57:06

57:06

In this week's episode, I am honoured to feature Brigitta Bekesi, a true luminary in the world of female empowerment and transformation. Brigitta is a specialized transformation coach who has touched the lives of countless women, guiding them to unlock their confidence, success, happiness, and inner harmony. In this enlightening conversation, Brigi…

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Takeaways from our top 5 guests of 2023 9:50

1y ago9:50

9:50

Only got a few minutes? Great! In this short and punchy episode we’re sharing what we’ve learned from our five favourite guests on the podcast this year. Their wisdom and adventures have inspired us to try new and awesome things, and we know you’ll feel the same! This episode is part of our Summer Minis Series! We are bringing you short minisodes p…

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Unveiling Joy: Navigating the Path to Happiness with Jessica Weiss 43:37

1y ago43:37

43:37

Jessica Weiss has spent the last 15 years doing endless research, speaking to thousands of people, all about happiness. Jessica is a speaker and consultant who teaches businesses how to find more happiness, fulfillment, and satisfaction at work. With 15 years of experience working with global brands like Coca-Cola, Johnson & Johnson, and American E…

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Five tips to get outside when you don’t want to 7:17

1y ago7:17

7:17

Only got a few minutes? Great! In this short and punchy episode we’re giving you 5 tips to get outside with your kids when you don’t want to! These ideas will help you build some momentum to just get out the door and hopefully get the balls rolling on a bigger adventure. This episode is part of our Summer Minis Series. We are bringing you short min…

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Empowering Entrepreneurs: Jennifer Kolbuc's Impactful Social Media Strategies 38:44

1y ago38:44

38:44

I am joined this week by Jennifer Kolbuc. Jennifer is a dynamic entrepreneur who dedicates her time to fast-talking about the ever-evolving world of social media and email marketing to her clients, so if you are curious or totally lost when it comes to social media and all the choices then listen in. Having spent more than a decade in the corporate…

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How to make the most of a weekend camping trip, with lower stress (and less laundry!) 14:08

1y ago14:08

14:08

Sometimes it feels like we should be doing bigger, longer, more epic adventures with our kids. But what if two nights of camping a few times a year was actually the perfect amount for your family? Freshly back from a camping weekend, on this episode we share our insights into how to make the most of your weekend trip to fit your work schedule, lowe…

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Rising Above: From Swim Search Semi-Finalist to Empowering Role Model - A Journey of Unapologetic Resilience with NoorJehan Tourte 43:37

1y ago43:37

43:37

After unexpectedly making it to the semi-finals of the 2022 Sports Illustrated Swim Search Competition, NoorJehan Tourte has made it her mission to get women excited about the prospect of falling on their faces, over and over, if it means they are making their one life on this earth count. She believed that becoming a Sports Illustrated model would…

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The life changing power of bite-sized weekday adventures 15:21

1y ago15:21

15:21

Do your weekends feel like a chaotic stress fest? Do you feel like you’re trying to cram in fun activities, social time, chores, and family time, and maybe not doing very well at any of it? Never fear! Because today we share our secret to removing the stress from weekends by focusing on bite-sized weekday adventures. A little mindset shift, a bit o…

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Anti Burnout Coaching with Bianca McKee 29:38

1y ago29:38

29:38

Bianca Mckee is an Anti Burnout coach for ambitious women. she empowers women to find joy through mindset, movement and meditation. In this episode we talk about what burnout is, what are the signs and then what to do about it if you or someone you know is burn out. For more information on Bianca please use the following links: Website: https://bia…

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How to prepare your outdoor kid for school, with our favourite teacher Lauren MacLean 41:16

1y ago41:16

41:16

Is your kid starting kindergarten this year? Or maybe your kid has been in school a few years but you still don’t really understand what goes on at that place? Either way, if you’ve ever wondered what actually happens at school, you’re not alone. Today, we are talking to our favourite teacher Lauren MacLean and asking all the questions we WISH we h…

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The Power of Progression and Life Mastery: Unveiling Infinite Potential with Sherry Fernandez 52:49

1y ago52:49

52:49

My guest this week is Sherry Fernandez. Sherry is the author of the Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestseller book ‘Life Mastery: Personal Progression Toward an Infinite Potential’. The book has sold tens of thousands of copies globally and has been featured on several leading media outlets. Sherry is a motivator and an educator, and she derive…

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How to camp with kids of all ages, with Carolyn Regehr from Prairie Crew Adventures 39:22

1y ago39:22

39:22

Do you need some inspiration to get into camping with your family? Are you curious about camping for the first time with your baby or kid? It can be intimidating knowing where to start, but our guest Carolyn Regehr from Prairie Crew Adventures has tips and tricks for all ages and stages in this week’s episode! Carolyn is from Manitoba, Canada, so s…

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Bouncing Back: Kat Bentz's Story of Rebuilding her Confidence 41:16

1y ago41:16

41:16

Today I am joined by Kat Bentz who has had her fair share of life's ups and downs but OMG she is a resilient and determined woman who get's up time and time again. I met Kat many years ago when I was in the UK but our paths crossed again in 2019 when she hit a 'confidence wall' and reached out for some support. I am delighted to say that she is doi…

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Happy Birthday to me! Celebrating 50 Years of Life and Confidence 16:10

1y ago16:10

16:10

Welcome to a very special bonus episode of the Women In Confidence podcast! As I celebrate my 50th birthday, I invite you to join me on a journey of reflection and introspection. In this unique episode, I've put on my favourite headphones, connected my trusty microphone, and created a space where I can share my thoughts. As I hit this milestone in …

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Our favourite gear and clothes for outdoor kids: summer edition 28:03

1y ago28:03

28:03

Today we are talking about our favourite summer gear, including the gear that we always keep in our backpack, as well as our favourite summer clothing and shoes for kids! As always, we recommend buying gear and clothes second hand when possible. Check out our website for our favourite gear to get outside (and then search your second hand groups for…

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The Digital Frontier: Helping Women be Confident on Social Media with Emma Tessler 45:24

1y ago45:24

45:24

In this episode, I'm thrilled to have Emma Tessler, the Founder and CEO of Ninety Five Media, as my guest. Emma is a marketing expert with a passion for helping scaling brands develop effective marketing strategies. With over 8 years of experience in the field, Emma demystifies social media to help more women find the confidence to take part and en…

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Trekking to Everest base camp with 4 year old twins, with Tyson and Shannon from Restless Crusade 42:21

1y ago42:21

42:21

Have you ever dreamed about trekking to Everest Base Camp? Would you ever consider taking one of your kids with you one day? Now, what about taking twin 4 year olds? That is exactly what our amazing guests on this episode did! We are thrilled to have Shannon and Tyson back on the show to tell us about their amazing travels around the world, includi…

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Breaking Barriers and Thriving in Start Ups with Martha Aviles 41:57

1+ y ago41:57

41:57

Martha Aviles is VP of Marketing at Austin-based Gigster, a firm that accelerates the delivery of digital transformation applications giving companies the agility to thrive in a software-defined world. With 20+ years of high-tech marketing experience in SaaS, semiconductor, networking, and network security at start-ups, private, and public companie…

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Our most epic fails: spring 2023 edition 33:56

1+ y ago33:56

33:56

Are you ready for our messiest, muddiest episode of the season? We are back with our hilarious epic fails from the spring! Tune into this episode to hear about kids walking fully dressed into both lakes AND rivers, camping trips thwarted by rain AND rising lake levels, and forgotten items that have nearly ruined a day out in the sun. Laugh along wi…

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Disconnect to Reconnect: Unlocking the Joy of a Social Media Break 24:27

1+ y ago24:27

24:27

In this episode I explore the the power of taking a step back from the digital world. Join me as I share my personal journey, exploring the joys and growth that come from disconnecting from social media. Get ready to be inspired to reclaim your time, nurture genuine connections, and embrace a life beyond the screen. After listening why not embark o…

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Camping, toddler meltdowns, and the most overrated outdoor gear, with Maritza and Brandon from The West Coast Fam 30:31

1+ y ago30:31

30:31

Want to hear a family friendly version of “Would you rather”? You’re in luck! We sit down with this week’s guests, Maritza and Brandon, to talk about the good, the bad, and the overrated gear, hikes, and advice. Maritza and Brandon have been busy exploring the Pacific NorthWest for the last few years with their young kiddo and they have all the mes…

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Menopause over Martinis with Sarah Connor 45:51

1+ y ago45:51

45:51

Sarah Connor is a storyteller and campaigner at heart. As a writer, she creates content and copy for good sorts doing good things; things that enlighten, empower, or inspire positive change. As a guest speaker and advocate, she facilitates conversations in workplaces and communities to raise awareness and understanding of menopause. In 2019 Sarah e…

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Minimalism and getting outside with kids with Diane Boden from the Minimalist Moms podcast 29:22

1+ y ago29:22

29:22

What do minimalism and getting outside have in common? Diane Boden from the Minimalist Moms Podcast is here to tell us all about it! We are so thrilled to talk about how you can apply minimalism not only to the things in your house, but also to the way you prioritise experiences and schedule activities with your family. You’ll hear so many practica…

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Lessons on leadership, teamwork and resilience with Tanya McCready 43:56

1+ y ago43:56

43:56

Over 20 years ago Tanya and her husband, Hank, quit their jobs and left their home to move to Ontario's wilderness with their beloved huskies to start a business, family and lifestyle. They now welcome over 3000 guests from around the world every winter to experience dogsledding on their 2000 acres of wilderness bordering Algonquin Park. Hank & the…

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How to feel safer and more prepared for your next outdoor adventure with Sandra Riches from BC AdventureSmart 33:25

1+ y ago33:25

33:25

Feeling safe and well prepared for an outdoor adventure is key to having a good time! It’s hard to enjoy an experience when you’re worried that the trail might be more challenging than you can handle or that maybe you’ve packed the wrong gear. But never fear, because today we have Sandra from BC AdventureSmart to help you! Sandra knows exactly what…

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Boundaries, Values, Intentions and why getting up early helps confidence with Claire Mance 35:13

1+ y ago35:13

35:13

My guest this week is Claire Louise Mance; Design Thinker. Creative Director. Mental Health Practitioner. She is also the Founder of Talk Communications which is a boutique strategic communications + design thinking studio on the Kāpiti Coast, NZ. To find out more about Claire please connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clouise…

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From down under to a mountain top: moving to Canada and starting this podcast, with special guest Kate Le Souef 32:08

1+ y ago32:08

32:08

This week our cohost Kate Le Souef is in the hot seat! Following up from last week’s episode where we dived deep with Jen, this week we turn the tables as Jen interviews Kate. You’ll hear all about Kate’s Australian childhood filled with beaches and spiders and sand dunes and hear why she moved to Vancouver. Kate tells you why she started this podc…

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Guided Meditation for Confidence with Vanessa Murphy - Bonus Episode 15:04

1+ y ago15:04

15:04

In this bonus episode I will guide you through a transformative meditation designed to awaken your confidence and help you visualise your ideal confident life. It is easy to lose touch with our innate power and forget the incredible strengths we posses. But within us lies the whisperings of confidence waiting to get out and be heard. So find a quie…

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