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Sobriety has a ripple effect. Join ex-drinkers Kate and Steph as they chat about the effects of alcohol on those who drink it, those who quit, their partners and friends, and even the doctors who have to deal with the fallout. This podcast looks at the positives of sobriety, the dangers of alcohol, and the many people who are affected by it.
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We Are Makers Podcast

Kate and Jack Lennie

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Jack and Kate Lennie travel to maker's workspace and have long form conversations about their business and work. This is in addition to the We Are Makers Publication that is printed four times a year that shares makers stories from all over the globe.
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Welcome to Sh*t Talkers Pod with Kell and Soph. We’re here to bring you the good, the bad and the offensive. We connected through shit, bonded through shit and grew through shit, literally and figuratively. So who better to open the conversation than the greatest Shit Talkers you’ll ever meet.
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Imagine you are sitting in a coffee shop or the hair salon and next to you is a conversation that you just can't help but listen in on. Kate Page is having the conversations you want to eavesdrop on! Friends and all the topics and quick fun conversations. TV shows, books, friendship, family, parenting, mental health, gossip... basically anything goes. Eavesdrop on us! We're cool with it.
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Canadian Love Map

Charm Diamond Centres

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Charm Diamond Centres proudly presents The Canadian Love Map. This podcast is on a mission to tell Canada’s love stories. Everyday stories of discovery, loss, curiosity, and love. Real people overcoming differences, distance, and doubt. Stories that are rich in character, colourful in setting, raw in honesty and inspiring in their complexity. Love isn’t a straight line. It’s complex. It’s a journey. And everyone needs a good love story. Join author, former news anchor, and lifelong storytell ...
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Last Day

Lemonada Media

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This is a show about the moments that change us, fundamentally and forever. Each week, host Stephanie Wittels Wachs (Lemonada’s co-founder and award-winning queen of darkness and light) is sitting down with a new guest to explore happy/sad stories of survival, resilience and transformation. After three seasons of exploring the "last day" of people’s lives in an effort to understand mass epidemics, Steph was ready for a change herself. Some “last days” are hopeful. Some are tragic. But at the ...
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Corona Brides

Jordie Shepherd

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Join Jordie as she talks with brides who have had to cancel their perfect wedding due to the Corona Virus. I’ll ask chat with small businesses and find out what they are doing different to keep their business going during this hard time. Stay tuned!
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These days, women of different generations and geographies have never needed one another more. And yet, there are so few places where we are in meaningful dialogue. This inspired The Aspen Institute to create The Bridge, a podcast that puts two people with deep knowledge and compassion in fierce, fun conversation with one another.
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Turning Losers Like You, Into Winners Like Me. Every episode, we bring you tips, tricks, interviews, advice, and answers to fix the mess that is your life. Check out the website - https://bradjohnsonshow.wixsite.com/bradjohnsonshow CONNECT WITH US bradjohnsonshow@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/BradJohnsonShow/ https://twitter.com/bradjohnsonshow https://www.instagram.com/bradjohnsonshow/ Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brad-johnson-show/support
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The first of our Australian tour podcasts, and get this, this one wasn't event planned. Steph was the amazing potter that made the plates for our table at the great takeaway, an event put on by the creative city of Ballarat. From here we got talking and we Kate and I had the pleasure of sharing a table with her at the Mayoral dinner a few nights af…
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Today's love story comes from Steph & Katie Burlton from Vancouver, BC. What started as an innocent meeting at dance class, turned into something magical. Steph and Katie fell head-over-heels for each other and decided that they would travel the world together all while documenting their adventures. With Steph's tech and videography skills paired w…
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If comedian Tig Notaro hadn’t had cancer, her life might’ve actually been worse. In those sobering moments post-diagnosis, she got up on stage and told a room of people all about it. “The crowd went wild” is an understatement and was only a taste of what was to come. Years after a recording of that standup set went viral and launched her into the c…
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Send us a Text Message. In today's episode, Kell & Soph catch up briefly about their health, discuss the updates they've received, and talk about the next steps. We engage in a wonderful conversation with Fiona, the founder, and owner of the remarkable Davaar House. We're incredibly lucky to have this amazing place that instantly evokes feelings of…
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Today's story comes from Greg Scott & Hali ScottSmith from Hornby Island, BC. Finding common ground with your child can be tough (especially during those pre-teen years), but Greg Scott made it his mission to not only form genuine bonds with both his children - but share it with the rest of the world. From taking his son to bike across Canada toget…
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We’re excited to drop in your feed today to tell you about a new Lemonada Media series called The Pink House with Sam Smith. Hosted by five-time Grammy winner Sam Smith, The Pink House is about the people and places that make us who we are. One of those places was Sam’s childhood home in the English village of Great Chishill, literally called The P…
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Send us a Text Message. Chloe Geeves shares her experience with bowel cancer and the challenges she has faced over the past four years. She discusses her diagnosis, treatment, and the impact it has had on her everyday life. Chloe also talks about the importance of sharing her story to raise awareness and help others. She opens up about the emotiona…
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In this episode, Kate and Steph dive into the vibrant world of travel and activities from a sober perspective. Whether you're newly sober or have been embracing a clean lifestyle for years, this episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration for making the most out of your travels and leisure time. If you're planning your next trip or jus…
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WANT TO SUPPORT THIS PODCAST? Head over to https://www.wearemakers.shop and pick up a copy of our printed publication. Filled cover to cover with amazing makers from Around the world. In this episode we sat down with Mark and Tom of the paper foundation and discussed how Marks family lineage in paper maker on a commercial scale pushed him to set up…
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Today's story belongs to Melanie Chambers, of London, Ontario. High school is tough for most, but harder when you have a bully. Melanie shares how she, years later, reached out to her high school bully for questions and received not only answers - but a new friend. She uncovers how meeting her bully years after high school impacted her, how she mov…
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Vinnie grew up in a strict, insular environment that instilled a simple message in him from a young age: who you are is fundamentally wrong. After spending years praying to God to fix him, he finally hit his breaking point. Vinnie talks to Steph about the joys and struggles of coming out in his mid 30s and extricating himself from the Evangelical c…
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Our 80th Episode saw us take a drive down to Yorkshire to meet young Rosie, A 2nd generation stone carver of equal talent and ambition. Rosie works alongside her dad carving fireplaces and signage for high spec residential properties. With this in mind and as Rosie progresses through her career as an independent stone carver she looks to build on h…
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Send us a Text Message. Kate shares her experience of dealing with personal and technical challenges during the recording. The conversation then transitions to discussing Kate's journey as a mother and her battle with cancer. She talks about leaving her drug-addicted husband and the difficulties of being a single mother. Kate then reveals her stage…
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Today's story belongs to Fran and Matt Hrabluk, of Mississauga, Ontario. Although every marriage is special, some are just made of tougher stuff. Fran and Matt, for example, are celebrating a big anniversary this year: seventy years. It was 1954 the year Fran and Matt, two young lovers from humble farming backgrounds, decided to tie the knot. Over …
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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Kellie and Steph discuss various topics related to parenting, mental health, and work-life balance. They share their experiences as mothers and the challenges they face in finding the right balance between work and family. They also touch on the concept of mom guilt and the pressure to have it all figur…
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In this episode, Kate and Steph talk to Sapha, who, after years of addiction and severe depression, finally got sober after an unexpected hallucinogenic encounter. He now runs a retreat in the Peruvian Amazon helping people with their recovery using knowledge and wisdom cultivated through years of working closely with Ayahuasca. He provides a fasci…
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Today's story comes from Belinda and Carol Bigold, from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Lots of families bond over baking, but very few take that fondness to the next level. If you ask Belinda and Carol, they'd say it was a no-brainer. Carol's fearless nature and impeccable baking talents paired splendidly with her daughter's business acumen and tenacity, resu…
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Geena Rocero has yet to meet a stage she doesn’t like. As the reigning trans beauty queen in the Philippines, she was adored and envied with equal passion – all while being out and proud. But when she moved to America and became a model, she went back in the closet to protect her livelihood, at least until the secrecy began to do more harm than it …
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Send us a Text Message. The conversation between Kellie and Ellie covers various topics related to nursing and healthcare. Ellie shares her experiences as a nurse and the challenges she faces, including the emotional toll of the job and the lack of adequate pay. They also discuss the impact of COVID-19 on nursing and the healthcare system. Ellie ta…
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Join us on this week's episode of the We Are Makers podcast where Kate and Jack meet with Adrian Wood, an artist blacksmith known for his exceptional craftsmanship and educational workshops. With a distinguished career and a passion for sharing his knowledge, Adrian not only creates stunning metal works but also offers inspiring weekend courses. In…
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Today's story comes from Amanda and Pierina Procino Di Zazzo, from Montreal, Quebec. The pandemic was a strange and challenging time for everyone, but amidst the darkness there were opportunities for joy. Many rekindled relationships with friends and family, or immersed themselves in the hobbies and pass times working life separated them from years…
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Send us a Text Message. Teish and Georgia share their joint life experience, from a severe motorbike accident to a cancer diagnosis. Teish recounts the accident, where she was a passenger on a motorbike and crashed into a brick fence, resulting in severe injuries and multiple surgeries. The accident left Teish with lasting scars and physical limita…
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In this episode, Kate and Steph speak to Gary, who recently celebrated 10 years of sobriety. Gary shares his journey from hitting rock bottom in Spain to the years of self-discovery, navigating self-care, and grappling with the uncertainty of his future. He reflects on his current life – filled with laughter, happiness, family – and shares a surpri…
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Join us on this week’s episode of the We Are Makers podcast as Kate and Jack sit down with Greg Field, the passionate founder of Field Leathers. After honing his skills at a premier leather jacket company, Greg ventured out to establish his own brand. In our 78th episode, Greg shares the highs and lows of navigating a small business, discussing the…
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Today's story comes from Mary Jane Copps of Halifax, Nova Scotia, and Natasha Marchewka of Santa Clarita, California. This story started decades ago, when a then 23-year-old MJ got together with 12-year-old Natasha's divorced father. Almost immediately, MJ grew deeply attached to Natasha and her younger sister, and embraced her new title of step-mo…
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After getting engaged, Nikki Vargas was staring down a lifetime of white picket fences, suburbs, and 2.5 kids. And deep down she knew she couldn’t do it. So years into a confining relationship, and even deeper into a love affair with travel and journalism that compromised the future her fiancé imagined, Nikki had to make a life-changing choice. She…
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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Sophie and Kellie have a casual catch-up and discuss various health updates. Sophie talks about her recent discovery that eggs are a trigger for her and her struggles with hormonal imbalances and migraines. Kellie shares her positive outlook and the progress she's made in her career with the help of her…
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Today's story comes from Farideh Olson, of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. For a lot of new mothers, an unexpected part of the journey comes when figuring out your "new normal." After all, having a baby radically changes your day-to-day lifestyle, especially for mothers. For the free-spirited, hard-rocking Farideh, motherhood meant having to step away fro…
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Send us a Text Message. This week, Rhiannon Edwards will share her personal journey with stage 3 bowel cancer. She will discuss the anxious period of awaiting results, the onset of her cancer and her chemotherapy experience. Rhiannon will open up about the initial shock of being diagnosed with cancer, the array of emotions she has gone through and …
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In this episode Kate and Steph answer some of your questions about their sober journeys, including a specific moment or experience that was pivotal in their decision to pursue sobriety, how their perception of themself has changed since becoming sober, any significant relationships that have evolved or strengthened as a result of their sobriety, an…
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Today's story belongs to Kate Leth, of Halifax, Nova Scotia. It's not uncommon to start off the new year with a resolution. For a lot of us, that usually takes the form of sacrifice or change, like drinking less coffee or going to the gym. For one Canadian cartoonist and writer, however, that didn't fit right. Kate Leth started the year looking for…
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Carey and Steph are joined by Robert Newsome, host of Athens Georgia's zine fest Fluke and Three Star Cinema, to talk hopping vampires and rice rip-offs, sex tourism curses, baby crushers and worm babies. Is Bewitched more bonkers than Boxer's Omen? Hear Robert's hot hot take. You can find Robert at https://theatomicelbow.bigcartel.com/ and on Inst…
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