Lets Not Sugarcoat It (Let's Not Sugarcoat It)

In this episode, we “get into it’ with Katharina Kunz, Personal trainer and owner of the company Personal Evolution. Katharina tells us all about her holistic approach to wellness, her business, and her journey to becoming a full-time stepmom. She shares how her workshops, retreats, 1-1 coaching, and membership programs offers opportunities for people to explore news way of being and feeling empowered in their bodies. We love Katharina’s take on healthy body awareness and creating create realistic and sustainable health, vitality and joyful body freedom for life.

In this episode Alex and Bella ‘get into it’ about what trauma specialist Dr. Frank Anderson calls life’s overwhelming moments, and how when left unhealed, can affect the way we show up for our kids. Bella breaks down some recent ‘aha moments ’ related to the way she was showing up, and how she uncovered that it was all related to her past. Alex talks about the need to go back in time to bring her 11 year old self to the future in order to heal past traumas and show up more fully for her daughter. It’s definitely a real, raw, open and honest conversation that you won’t want to miss.

Shannon Christensen (born Kimmitt) was born and raised in Kelowna, BC and lives here with her husband of 18 years and her 2 young boys. With a BA in Psychology and Masters of counselling psychology specializing in forensics, she has a passion for working with marginalized populations and used this drive to start Mamas for Mamas. This grassroots project has since become a national non-profit organization dedicated to reducing the negative impact of poverty on low-income mothers and their families. Shannon has been recognized as a top 40 under 40 recipient, A Woman to Watch, and was a top 3 finalist for Woman of the Year through The City of Kelowna Civic and Community Awards. Most recently she has co-authored a best selling book about motherhood and has brought home the Meritorious Service Medal from the Governor General of Canada for her work with Mamas for Mamas. Shannon really likes garlic dill pickles, spaghetti, and making the world a better place.

Mamas For Mamas Website

Leah is a jewelry designer, business owner, and podcast host.

From living on an isolated lighthouse island as a child, to dropping out of high school and working entry-level jobs for over a decade, to accidentally becoming an entrepreneur: her story is far from glamorous.  Leah launched her jewellery brand Leah Yard Designs in 2013. She constantly felt like an imposter in an industry that values prestige and glamour. Because of this, she now proudly shares her story on the Voted Least Likely Podcast. Her mission is to demystify what it takes to be successful and push past our own limiting 

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Leah about: 

• Living off-grid as a child
• Her work ethic
• Going from high school dropout to thriving entrepreneur
• Values and how they guide us
• Trusting our intuition 
• Redefining what it means to be successful, and so much more! 

Follow Leah on her business or personal website or on her business or personal IG.

In this episode we “get into it” with psychic life and business coach Bonita Kay Summers. Bonita tells us all about how she teaches people to learn to hear and trust their own intuition in order to fall back in love with all aspects of themselves, and transform their limiting beliefs and fears into motivation and creativity. In this episode we go deep and Bonita accurately brings all of our current struggles and challenges to light with a live reading for all.

Shaune Nyrose is the VP of Brand and Communications at the KGH Foundation in Kelowna, a yogi, and a Breast cancer survivor. 

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Shauna about

-the KGH Foundation 

-her passion for philanthropy

-her journey with breast cancer

-the power of visualization 

-energy management and more. 

We loved hearing about Shauna’s experience as both an employee and patient.

Learn more about the KGH foundation whose purpose is, “to facilitate the partnerships needed to drive excellence in health care for all those living in the interior of BC” on their website, or follow them on Instagram.

Marina is Seasoned coach, thought leader and author with over 20 years of experience, known for unraveling the complexities of personal and professional relationships with a refreshing touch of light-heartedness and straight-talking simplicity.

Born on Valentine’s Day, she  has always been connected to creating love. Marina is the author of ‘Men Need Love TOO’, a guide to love women better and the founder of the Lazaris method: intense subconscious reprogramming!

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Marina about:

• Love
• Relationships 
• Marriage 
• The Law of attraction 
• The energy of the universe and more. 
• Gratitude 
• Self-love and more.

Visit Marina on her website or on IG.

In this episode, we ‘get into’ motherhood and entrepreneurship with our good friend and guest, Reena Yost. Reena grew up in foster care and has since gone on to be one of the top realtors for Remax Canada. Reena shares her story of resiliency and talks to us about what it was like growing up in the foster care system, how she navigated losing her brother to a tragedy and her experience as a single mother to a now 16-year-old teenager. 

In this episode, we 'get into' what it's like to raise kids in this era of materialism and question all our life choices around parenting and the fact that we're raising pretty entitled kids. We answer big questions like 'how much is too much' and 'why are they so ungrateful when it feels like we're giving them the world? Is it us? Is it them? Or is it a little bit of both?

Karin Bohn is an interior designer, Netflix host and YouTuber.

Karin is the founder and creative director of the award-winning House of Bohn design studio, based in Vancouver BC. She established the interior design firm in 2009, and since has made her mark in many industries including luxury residential, multi-family, restaurants, and retail.

Dedicated to advancing her craft, Karin believes in invoking the unique soul of every project. Each space is designed with intention and her distinct aesthetic that is eclectic, bold, visually exciting, and timeless, has become the trademark stamp behind House of Bohn’s work.

Her work has garnered awards, media coverage and global recognition, enabling her to expand her talented team, service local and international clients.

Karin stars on Netflix’s Restaurants on the Edge which features her global hospitality work, as she travels with a team of experts to provide design, marketing, and culinary consultation to establishments in need of assistance in some of the most beautiful locations around the world.

With her continuously growing YouTube channel, Karin offers behind-the-scenes glimpses of her creative process, collaborative partnerships, and life as an entrepreneur, exemplifying the kind of camaraderie, transparency and connection with her community that she holds dear.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Karin about: 

• Interior design 
• The growing pains of a new business 
• Intuition in business 
• Shedding stories to get to your authenticity 
• Social media before and after Karin’s social detox
• Being on a Netflix series and the personal and professional decisions she had to make 
• Taking control of business 
• Letting go of the drive for material things 
• Soul contracts 

Learn more about Karin on her website or on Instagram.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with storytelling expert Chantelle Adams. Chantelle has delivered over 1000 speeches all across the globe and hosted an annual event, Shine Live for 150+ women entrepreneurs. She's been featured in Forbes and on the cover of Business Heroine, Event Head and Mindful Mavericks Magazine. As a storytelling and speaking expert, she’s all about helping people gain massive clarity from their brand story. She shows people how to use their story to create a powerful message and platform which can be shared courageously with the world. In this episode she weaves a story together for Aimee in a matter of minutes

We are Alex, Bella and Aimee and welcome to the "Lets Not Sugarcoat It. a podcast about the real, raw and unfiltered side of motherhood.

Speakman is an innovative producer, entrepreneur and philanthropist pushing the boundaries of technology and creative storytelling via Film, Tv, Live Broadcasting and video. He founded www.KNEKT.tv as the socially conscious streaming platform on Apple TV, Roku and mobile apps connecting content to audiences across the far reaches of the globe, making it "Cool To Care".

His recent acknowledgments include the 2024 Impact Award for Socially Conscious Media from the Los Angeles Tribune, the 2022 Anthem Award for the Shift Mental Health Rally produced by KNEKT®tv & Kent Speakman, and certificates of appreciation from the United Nations Association for work in bringing awareness to the Refugees and Migration issues.

In this episode we get into it with Speakman about:

-Moving to LA

-Following your passion 

-Reality TV

-KNEK TV, and 

-All things entertainment. 

Learn more about KNEKT TV on their website or Instagram page and follow Kent on Instagram

Missy MacKintosh is an Internationally Acclaimed Makeup Artist and Fiery Entrepreneur.

Recently named "Most Influential Business Leaders to Follow in Canada" by Insight Success Magazine and "Top 50 One's to Watch Keynote Speakers" in the Real Leaders Magazine 

Missy founded and built Canada's most award-winning Clean Beauty Brand - MisMacK Clean Cosmetics in her small town basement of Canoe BC. She single-handily grew out of her basement and into 2 storefronts during a global pandemic. MisMacK goes beyond products and into Empowering services.

Missy's tagline is " Makeup Does Not define you, it's merely a tool of empowerment".

She's so excited to share her story of how she pushed through small-town barriers and became a leading force in the Clean Beauty Revolution

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Missy about:

-Growing a powerhouse brand

-Stepping out of our comfort zone

-Leveling up

-Believing we are worthy of our success

-Overcoming imposter syndrome 

-Leading by example for our kids, and

-The ups and downs of entrepreneurship.

Follow Missy on her Instagram or visit her website. 

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Find everything about Lets Not Sugarcoat It here: linktr.ee/letsnotsugarcoatitpodcast

In this episode we “get into” all things nutrition with certified weight loss and holistic nutrition coach Ania Trimble. Ania is the owner of Balance Holistic Nutrition. She focuses on gut health, hormone imbalance and helping women feel great. We cover everything in this episode from kid diets to our own and launch our first round of rapid fire questions

In this episode “we get into” the struggles of motherhood. We each took a look at what women said they were struggling with from marriage, to motherhood and balancing it all and weighed in. As usual we had lots to say on the topic.

In this episode we welcome sisters Dayle Sheehan and Jamie Francis, co-hosts of the podcast Proof It’s Possible. Both Dayle and Jamie aim to inspire others to live their happiest lives.

Dayle’s enlightens us with her story of becoming a full-time wheelchair-user at the age of sixteen. Her story has been heard by audiences all over Canada. Dayle’s message of happiness, resiliency, and hope encourages audiences to break through their own limiting beliefs and thrive. 

Jamie’s passion lies in ensuring that no woman is left behind. This was birthed from her own remarkable story of her husband’s struggle with addiction. Jamie looks to inspire and motivate the internal transformation that we all yearn for.

In this episode we get into it with Dayle and Jamie about their:

-Stories,

-Family life,

-Dreams,

-Inspiration and visions for the future. 

Follow Dayle and Jamie on Instagram, and don’t forget to tune into their podcast Proof It’s Possible. 

Episode 96: Unchartered Territory With Michelle Hooey

Michelle Hooey spent 18 years in corporate leadership. Then, she reached burnout and faced life’s toughest challenges: multiple pregnancy losses and welcoming her daughter, Goldie, who was born in 2023 with complex medical needs. That experience reshaped her world and led her to a deep spiritual journey. She became a certified Quantum Coach, now helping others shift from stuck to thriving, just as she did. Today, Michelle is committed to creating a purpose-driven life, both for herself and her family, and guiding others to do the same.

In this episode, we ‘get into it’ with Michelle about:

-Burnout 

-Pregnancy loss 

-The birth of her daughter Goldie

-The lessons she’s learned when life felt out of control 

-Her coaching business

-The beauty in life’s lessons

-Grief, sadness, relationships, and loss. 

Follow Michelle on Instagram or visit her website where you can get 20% her Future Me Program and the Big Shift program using the code: LETSNOTSUGARCOATIT. 

As the owner of Build Your Brave Boutique, Susie Helland has created a space where women can embrace their unique beauty and foster a deep sense of body love. Her boutique serves as a platform for promoting self-acceptance and empowering women to feel confident in their own skin.

Susie's impact extends beyond her boutique, as she has emerged as a prominent Okanagan influencer. Her passion for local businesses and travel shines through in her content, where she shares her love for exploring new places and supporting the local community.

With her infectious enthusiasm and unwavering support for women, Susie Helland continues to make a profound difference in the lives of those around her. Through her advocacy for building bravery, promoting body love, and championing local businesses, she has become a beacon of inspiration and empowerment.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Susie about:

-Her journey as an entrepreneur,

-Her story of resiliency after becoming a widow at 31,

-Grief

-Loss, and 

-The Build Your Brave retreat.

Follow Susie on Instagram.

Find everything about Lets Not Sugarcoat It here: linktr.ee/letsnotsugarcoatitpodcast

In this episode we “get into” marital role division and touch on the challenges that come along with traditional and non traditional roles. We touch on the mental load of motherhood and how despite balancing full time careers there’s still a tendency to take on a lot of the household and kid activity scheduling responsibilities.

Aaron Volpatti is a former NHL player and a pioneer in visualization and performance mindset. He holds a B.Sc degree in Human Biology from Brown University. His hockey career, post-secondary studies, and personal experiences led Aaron to develop his unique practice. He is dedicated to teaching others how to find their true grit through visualization.  

Today, Aaron is focused on inspiring people around the world through his coaching and speaking engagements. His journeys and successes wouldn’t have been possible without the extremely powerful visualization practice he developed. He wrote his own story, and visualized it every single day. 

In this episode we “get into it’ with Aaron about:

-Overcoming life’s challenges 

-The power of visualization 

-Fatherhood 

-His new book Fighter, and 

-The horrific burn accident that changed his life

Learn more about Aaron and his coaching on his website or follow his journey on Instagram. You can purchase Aaron’s book here.

Meaghan is an economist turned Numerologist who is the secret weapon for those who want to align energy with strategy to amplify their natural state of abundance.  Her unique approach to business and money integrates Numerology … to heighten intuition and success in life and business.

Meaghan is also the mama to 3 wild children, and she would rather be floating on her paddle board or sitting around a campfire while they run free. Home is Kelowna, BC, but her true home is anywhere there are trees and a lake.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Meaghan about:

• The power of numerology 
• Money 
• Our unique numeric codes 
• Using numerology to guide business 
• Numerology around names, birthdays and more! 

Follow Meaghan on Instagram.

In this episode we ‘get into’ it with our  favourite (and only male guest so far), Dr. Brett. Dr. Brett tells us all about how to beat the cold and flu season this year by boosting our immune system. There were a lot of laughs, and a hint of champagne. We love having a male perspective on the show

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Jen Zurbrigg is a wife and momma of 2 girls with a background in hospitality. Last fall she and her daughters launched The Let it Shine Project. Supporting families with tools to strengthen their connection and ignite their inner light. They designed and created colourful affirmation card decks that not only spark conversation but also empower kids to see the world and themselves through a lens of love. 

Jen is also passionate about helping families with simple nutrition solutions and growing their own food as tools to thrive. She can often be found in her kitchen with her kids and other families meal prepping and connecting, keeping healthy uncomplicated. 

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Jen about:

-healthy eating

-prioritizing family time 

-sneaking treats 

-meal planning and more! 

Learn more about Jen at www.theletitshineproject.com and on Instagram at @theletitshineproject.com @happyhealthymommajz

In this episode we welcome back love and relationship expert Jaime Morgan. Jaime is a Gottman trained relationship and personal growth expert and speaker. She specializes in guiding women who have gone through divorce or break-ups to attract more love, fulfillment, and abundance into their lives. She helps them to conquer their fears, gain authentic confidence, and let go of their pasts by giving them personalized action steps to move forward into the life they have always dreamed of. 

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Jaime about

-attracting love

-divorce 

-finding your ideal match

-re-marriage

-her upcoming course and more. 

Learn more about Jaime on Instagram or learn more about her upcoming course a Beacon for Love (all about attracting your ideal match) here.

A busy mom of two, Gillian Behnke believes that motherhood does not have to equal exhaustion, and that is is possible to thrive mentally, emotionally, physically and professionally. She is the founder of Mom Camp, which is all about helping moms put themselves on their own priority list. Mom Camp includes weekend retreats for moms that are part relaxation and rejuvenation, part personal development, and part great food and wine, as well as the Priority Mom 90-day planner and the Mom Camp: Around the Campfire podcast. 

In this episode Alex and Bella get into it about:

-balance

-mom burnout 

-prioritizing 

-parenting

-mom camp and more!

Stay in the know about our upcoming event and episodes on our website or visit our Instagram.

Arlene Panganiban is the most recent owner of the popular brand Vancouver Mom. In this episode we get into it with Arlene about:

-Taking over the Vancouver Mom brand

-Filling big shoes

-Her vision for the future

-Entrepreneurship and 

-Carving her identity in an established brand. 

Follow more about Arlene at Vancouver Mom or on Instagram.

Kamila Nelson is the mom of two boys, ages 7 and 4, and a bonus mom of 3 older boys. Originally from Poland, she lived in Germany and Canada before settling in the United States. In 1999, she received a tennis scholarship to Montana State University where she met her now husband! 

After returning to Canada,she went to Grant MacEwan University where she studied Holistic Health Medicine. Several years after graduating, she opened her own Day Spa with the help of her family, but after 3 years in business, she closed it down. That same year, she reconnected with her husband through Facebook. They now live in the United States together and have their own woodworking business which they started in late 2018. As of August 2023, they’ve been doing it full time.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Kamila about:

-Her business wins and failures

-Her RV lifestyle

-Starting over and,

-Her journey through life, love, and motherhood.

Find everything about Lets Not Sugarcoat It here: linktr.ee/letsnotsugarcoatitpodcast

In this episode we “get into” navigating big emotions with our kids, especially when it comes to all the girl drama! Keeping calm when our kids have big emotions is something we definitely struggle with and we get raw and unfiltered about it in this first episode.

We touch on challenges that come along with friendship issues, our own emotional meltdowns and everything in between.

Jen Bishop is an Intuitive Healer that is trained in Homeopathy and Reiki.  Her approach to healing concentrates on a MIND, BODY and SPIRIT connection understanding that our bodies only have one way to communicate with us and that is through symptoms.  The greater awareness we have of ourselves and our bodies, the easier it is to heal.  Jen is a gentle, loving and compassionate healer who cares for her patients in a truly unique way, providing guidance and support along their journeys to better health. Jen graduated from CCHM in 2015 & completed her Post Grad Program in 2016.  She owns Joyful Healing Homeopathy which she founded in 2015. She lives in Kelowna BC with her amazing husband & 3 incredible children.

In this episode Bella and Alex ‘get into it’ with Jen about: 

• Healing generational trauma
• Confronting childhood wounds
• Taking on other people’s energy
• The ayahuasca experience
• Changing the meaning around what it means to be strong and weak
• Showing up for those you love after your journey. 

Stay in the know about our upcoming event and episodes on our website or visit our Instagram

**TRIGGER WARNING CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE

Jessalyn grew up very alone and experienced many forms of trauma. She spent most of her life feeling ashamed and burying everything she had experienced and was feeling. 

Through therapy, she started to process 3 decades of pain and trauma, from physical, mental, and emotional abuse, to time spent in Foster care and women’s shelters. She realized that there was one major experience She had been hiding from since the age of 10. She was a victim of the Child Sexual abuse/ Child porn case from Willow River BC in 1998.

After decades of being silenced she knew she wanted to share it with the world to give hope to anyone who is suffering from the effects of trauma and prove that no matter where you came from or what your story is, there can be beauty on the other side of pain.

In this episode we get into it about:

-Jessalyn’s story and the Willow River Case 

-Trauma 

-Forgiveness 

-Processing trauma decades after it happened

-Letting go of the pain we’ve been carrying and holding onto

-Healing energetically 

Follow Jessalyn on Instagram and listen to her podcast.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Sanela Sehovac founder and CEO of Carpe Diem Tours. Senela has worked in the tourism industry since coming to Canada in 2001. And, before launching Carpe Diem Tours, she rose to a Director position with a national retirement living company. Originally from Montenegro, Sanela tells us all about her Eastern European upbringing, her parenting style, and her drive and tenacity to succeed following her divorce. 

https://carpediemtours.ca/

In this episode Bella and Alex ‘get into it’ about reclaiming your power. 

So often as women and entrepreneurs we lose ourselves to marriage, motherhood, careers and more. Then one day we wake up and realize we’ve given all our power away, or poured our energy into everyone else’s cups and forgotten to fill our own. This episode is all about the work we’ve been doing recently around stepping into our own power in what we’re calling our midlife awakening phase

Renée Warren is an award-winning entrepreneur, speaker, author, and founder of We Wild Women, an agency that helps women-led businesses build confidence and authority, and gain industry recognition by landing the media exposure they deserve.

She’s also the host of the celebrated podcast, Into the Wild, a show in the top 1.5% that features curated interviews with women entrepreneurs and provides actionable advice to women who are growing their own dream businesses. 

Renée firmly believes that the best advice comes from someone who has successfully done it before. Her approach to authority building and Public Relations comes from over 25 years of experience as an entrepreneur, in running marketing and PR agencies and in being an unapologetic risk-taker.

When she's not pitching the media or podcasting, you can find Renée spending time with her Irish Twin son’s, crushing a Crossfit WOD, refining her drumming skills or going on quarterly retreats with her husband Dan Martell.

In this episode we ‘get into’

• The exciting world of PR
• How Renee and her business partner built a successful business
• Renee’s thoughts on motherhood, career passion and business success
• The power of the law of attraction

Visit Renee’s website and follow her on Instagram for PR tips and tricks.

In this raw and unfiltered episode filmed over a year ago, Bella opens up about her marriage breakdown—a story she kept hidden for fear of judgment and unraveling the "perfect" narrative she once clung to. Through deep reflection and inner work, Bella has embraced the reality of life not always being as it seems.

We often build protective stories around ourselves, but true freedom lies in sharing our truth. Having shared her story several times since then, most recently at our book and speaker series, Bella reflects on how her perspective has evolved since recording this episode—and why it feels different unleashing it to the world now.

🎙 Listen now: pod.link/1664218499

Watch her most recent talk on KNEKT TV

💡 Ready to share your own story? Join our waitlist and Unleash Your Story to the world: letsnotsugarcoatit.com/courses.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with integrative wellness and life coach Karina Lopuszak. Karina tells us all about her journey of coming back to self and learning to love herself again. This is an emotional episode full of vulnerability as we listen to her talk about emotional trauma and the struggles she went through in her marriage that lead her to start her self-love journey.

Find everything about Lets Not Sugarcoat It here: linktr.ee/letsnotsugarcoatitpodcast

In this episode we “get into” all things business, beauty, and entrepreneurship with guest Amy Coehen. Amy is an entrepreneur and beauty expert, and the CEO and Founder of Chic Studios School of Makeup. She started her very first makeup school business out of an apartment in Brooklyn, and has been growing since 2009, with 3500+ graduates from all over the world. Amy is a regular speaker on panels, and regularly contributes to the learning and growth of numerous small community-based nonprofits and small businesse

In this episode we “get into it’ with Danica Dutt, Okanagan raised mom, wife, and wealth advisor. Danica tells us all about how she went from living life in an unhealthy marriage, and a body she didn’t love to becoming financially independent, and married to her soul mate. Danica’s biggest passion in life is to help women to become money confident. She serves as the Kelowna Women in Business President as well as President of BNI Business Builders, and has been awarded BDOs Top 40 under 40 from the Kelowna Chamber of commerce. We loved talking to Danica about her life, love, and passion. 

Katie, a design enthusiast from the Okanagan. Raised in a family steeped in architecture, her passion for design and creativity knows no bounds.

With a keen eye for detail and an eye for creating spaces that exude both functionality and beauty, Katie’s work has been showcased on HGTV’s “Love it or List it Vancouver,” alongside renowned designer Jillian Harris.

Beyond her love for design, Katie is deeply passionate about mental health, self-care, and the importance of filling your own cup first. She believes in the power of self-care practices to enhance overall well-being, and she’s committed to sharing insights on how to prioritize mental health in today’s fast-paced world.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Katie about

-Her story of survival during the Route 91 Mass shooting in Vegas

-Trauma

-Relationships

-Motherhood 

-Mental health and more

This is definitely an episode you don’t want to miss. Follow Katie on her Instagram.

Christine Coughlin was a stay-at-home mom for a decade, who felt lost and unfulfilled. In 2019 she began sharing her “dirty little secrets’ on Instagram as a way to rediscover herself and connect with the outside world. 

In 2020 she was nominated as a Vancouver Mom Top 30 blogger, and in 2021 she officially launched her blog, The-Inbetween.ca

Even though her closest circle didn't quite get the whole "digital world" thing, Christine didn't give up! 

The process of rediscovering herself and her passions led her to a fantastic group of creative entrepreneurs who, just like her, believed in the magic of online connections.

And that's how YVR Creatives came to be!

YVR Creatives is an inclusive and warm community that creates empowering events for female entrepreneurs to learn, grow and connect. 

YVR Creatives offers monthly co-working sessions where you can bounce ideas off other brilliant women. Inspiring in-person workshops that fuel your creative fire. Fun-filled social events and productive content creation days! 

Christine is passionate about female empowerment and encourages women to follow their curiosity and start before they are ready because action brings clarity!

In this episode we ‘get into it’ about: 

-Motherhood and expectations 

-The pressure to be a working mom or a stay at home mom

-Building a business

-Finding your passion and more! 

Follow Christine on her personal Instagram or on YVR Creatives

Corinne is the proud owner and CEO of Kare Physiotherapy and has specialized in the field of pelvic floor physiotherapy for close to 30 years. She is a graduate of University of British Columbia’s School of Rehab Sciences. Corinne has worked as a physiotherapist in a myriad of health care settings in both the United States and in Canada. She has taken numerous postgraduate courses focusing on Women’s Health, Men’s Health, pelvic floor dysfunction and orthopaedic manual therapy. Corinne frequently lectures on many topics including pelvic pain, male and female incontinence, core strengthening and injuries related to pregnancy and male/female sexual dysfunction.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Corinne about:

-Orgasms

-Leaking bladders

-Kegles 

-Sex 

-Motherhood and so much more!

Follow Corinne on Instagram here. 

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In this episode we “get into it” with Dr. Ali McMillan a licensed Naturopathic Doctor who practices in Kelowna, B.C. Dr. Ali tells us all about burnout, why it happens, and how to recognize the signs before you’re in it too deep. We loved talking to Dr. Ali about her approach to understanding the health issues her patients face and learning more about her practice focused on education, nutritional guidance, herbal medicine, meditation, supplementation and acupuncture.

Neera Opal is an intuitive life coach and Reiki Master. She lives in Kelowna

And is an entrepreneur and Mom to 3 kids. After her separation, she began to question who she was, it led her on a self-discovery journey where she found herself being guided by her intuition. Through her intuitive guidance, she found herself trying new things and feeling confident, loved and connected to peace. Through the process of transformation from grief and pain to love and acceptance,she learned many lessons. SHe decided to share that wisdom to empower others to connect and align with their authentic selves by trusting their intuition. Remembering who they are.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Neera about:

-Co-dependency 

-Finding yourself 

-Authenticity 

-Life after separation 

-Learning to adult for the first time at 40, and 

-The importance of self-love.

Visit Neera on her website or on Instagram. 

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In this episode we ‘get into it’ with clinical counsellor and stand-up comedian Paige Mathison. Paige tells us all about her background in psychiatric nursing which ultimately led her to study counselling. Paige loves to help people find their joy in life and uses laughter therapy as one of her many forms of therapeutic practices. We loved talking to Paige about triggers, laughter, parenting, and projection.

Pam Rader is the founder of Shift Labs, Shift Power Yoga, and the Author of the best-selling memoir “Through the Cracks.” She is a coach and Leadership Development Facilitator who believes in a heart-led approach to transformation. 

In addition to bringing some “street-cred” to the table by navigating healing her life while loving her son through a harrowing decade-long heroin addiction, Pam is known for her unique and powerful strategies that blend her background in spiritual study with her extensive study in personal development and coaching. Her highest vision is to lead people to a deeper connection, more peace and the fulfillment that arises from living authentically. 

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Pam about:

-motherhood

-authenticity

-her son’s struggle with addiction 

-mom guilt

-mindset and more. 

Follow Pam’s Journey on Instagram.

She's back! In this episode, we welcome our very first 'second-time-around guest', Amy Cohen of Chic Creative, back in studio. This time we dive deep into motherhood and relationships. We loved getting real, raw and unfiltered with Amy on everything about life and love

In this episode Alex and Bella 'get into it' on all things season two. From guests that made the most impact, to their current struggles and challenges, the sh*t show that was 2023, how they navigated their friendship challenges and more.

Listen and catch up before season 2 launches in April.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with local entrepreneur Valerie McTavish. Valerie has over 30 years of experience in the media having worked as an award-winning producer, host, and scriptwriter. In 2006 she started exploring content marketing as a side hustle and today she used her digital marketing expertise to guide entrepreneurs to the clarity, confidence, and consistency they need to scale their online businesses. In this episode we cover just about every topic from helping women overcome the confidence gap, to choosing not to have children and AI

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with certified trauma-informed intimacy coach Azaria Menezes. Azaria specializes in working with individuals and couples to identify and overcome obstacles in the bedroom while exploring their own desires. Her ultimate goal with clients is to promote a sense of liberated sexual well-being. It’s definitely an unfiltered conversation you won’t want to miss

In this episode Alex and Bella "get into it" about the meaning of connection, and what it means to connect with others and ourselves. They dive into the profound impact that connection has on our relationships, experiences, and personal growth. Connection goes beyond surface-level interactions. It involves understanding and empathizing with ourselves and others. It’s an episode all about learning to change our mindset, communicate with others during moments of breakdown and fully step into your power during what they call " The midlife awakening".

Resources

Brene Brown - Atlas of the heart

John C. Maxwell - Everyone Communicates, few connect

Dr. Judy Ho - The new rules of attachment

Jenna Herbert is the founder of the Make It show which is one of Canada’s largest craft fairs,  and also Conscious Lab, a space in Vancouver designed to connect and elevate entrepreneurs. She’s very passionate about helping creatives reach our potential and in 2018 published her first book called Make It Happen. Jenna lives in Vancouver with her partner Orson and their two young children Arlo and Nova. 

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Jenna about: 

• Tapping into your intuition and following your dreams
• What success means to individual people
• How things have changed since having children
•  Aligning  with what is important to you today
• Tapping into the universe and higher vibrations
• Managing bigger teams 

Learn more about Jenna on her  Instagram or Read her book Make it Happen.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with local Kelowna actor Sequoia Wiseman. Sequoia tells us all about what it takes to make it in the competitive world of acting and 

shares her love of helping childhood actors build their courage, confidence, and resiliency. We end the episode with a final toast and farewell to Aimee.

Eva Alexandre is an entrepreneur, traveler, and mind explorer.

Since childhood, she has wondered why the world is the way it is and how we could make it better for ourselves. She observed, learned about habits, and explored the triggers and mental traps that limit us and our potential in life. With a strong belief that an extraordinary, visionary, and authentic life is just around the corner for any one of us, she is dedicated to empowering people through mindset coaching and guiding them to turn that corner quicker.

In this episode we “get into it” about:

-living authentically 

-letting go

-mindset 

-manifestation

-money

-abundance,

-and stepping into your power. 

Follow Eva on her Instagram or visit her website. 

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In this episode we ‘get into it’ with local naturopathic doctor Rena Saini. Rena tells us all about her naturopathic practice and how after facing her own health challenges, she turned inwards and listened to her body to help herself heal. Now Rena spends time in her practice helping others do the same

In this episode ‘we get into it’ with Juliana Loewen, middle school teacher, mom of three, and content creator at Loewen Lifestyle. We dive deep into the world of kids and cell phones, our thoughts on the school system, motherhood and more. It’s definitely an episode full of strong and firey opinions

 In this episode we ‘get into it’ with reiki master and homeopath Jen Bishop from Joyful Healing. Jen tells us all about how to protect our energy and what our favorite colors mean about what we might have to work on in our lives. Jen is full of knowledge and calm, powerful energy that had us enthralled

Episode 61: A Green Apple A Day With Clari

Clari is the mom of two toddler girls who’s learned that all women benefit from taking in valuable information from reputable sources and being open with each other about our life experiences..

Clari has owned several small businesses, and her work with women  has taught her to be inquisitive and strive for excellence. As the host of the Work It Lady Podcast, her  goal is to share little tips and tricks she’s learning along the way as well as the expert advice of professionals. 

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Clari about

-health

-motherhood

-healthy meals for families, and

-how we’re all just trying our best.

Clari also shares her tip on why everyone should be eating one green apple a day. Follow her on her Instagram.

Karen has over 25 years' experience in the financial industry and holds her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation. She has been recognized by IG as a strong leader and has worked as both a Division Director and Regional Director. In 2019, she stepped down to join her daughter, Kayla, in running their financial practice. In the same year Karen won Kelowna's Top 40 over 40. Karen is also a dedicated and active philanthropist. In 2021, she was recognized by IG for her community service with the Herb Caregie award. She is currently serving on the board of Kelowna Seniors Outreach Society. 

Kayla is an industry advocate, has a bachelor's degree in Finance and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®. She was named the youngest CFP professional in IG across Canada at the time of reception. Kayla is a huge supporter of title protection for Financial Advisors, and she is the Advocacy director for Advocis locally. She also is an active Rotarian in Lake Country. She was named Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2019 and Philanthropist of the Year 2019. In 2020 she was named Kelowna's Top 40 under 40. 

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Karen and Kayla about:

• Financial planning
• Credit card debt 
• Politics and more! 

Visit Karen and Kayla’s website or follow them on Instagram.

Tori is a registered dietitian, tech startup founder, food and lifestyle blogger and cookbook co-author of “Fraiche Food, Full Hearts” and the newly released “Fraiche Food, Fuller Hearts” with her cousin Jillian Harris. She is a busy entrepreneur and mom of two young boys residing in the picturesque wine region of Kelowna, British Columbia with my hubby Charles.  

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Tori about:

• Motherhood
• Her blog
• Meal planning 
• Marriage 
• The mental load and more!

We hope you enjoy this exciting 100th episode! Follow Tori on Instagram and use the discount code SUGARCOAT to get a 20% discount off the first payment of a Fraiche Table membership, any membership type (monthly, annual).

Jenn Pike is a Functional Medicine Diagnostic Nutritionist, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, and Medical Exercise Specialist. She specializes in women’s health and hormones and is the best selling author of The Simplicity Project as well as her two cookbooks The Simplicity Kitchen and The Simplicity Body. She is the founder of the global and revolutionary women’s health programs The HormoneProject and Synced, and the host of The Simplicity and Audacity Sessions podcast. 

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Jenn about:

-navigating perimenopause

-changing hormones in women and children 

-how to reset your digestive system 

-the pill and more. 

Follow Jenn on her Podcasts or catch her on her YouTube Channel. And, don’t forget to Stay in the know about our upcoming event and episodes on our website or visit our Instagram. 

In this episode Alex and Bella ‘get into it’ about letting go of old stories and overcoming the fear of failure and rejection. . 

As humans we all have stories we tell ourselves about the meaning of people’s words and our value and worth as people. Often, letting go of these ‘faulty beliefs’ or stories that no longer serve us, is one of the biggest catalysts for personal growth. 

Learn some of the stories that have held these two back and how they changed the narrative. Ultimately helping them shatter their fear of rejection and failure in order to find greater self-worth, self-love, and self-acceptance.

Stay in the know about our upcoming event and episodes on our website or visit our Instagram.

Kyla is a teacher, turned medical mom, and bereaved momma. She has her husband Lyle and son Waylon by her side, and they miss their Brave Bella beyond measure. Currently she’s navigating life after her 10y old daughter’s passing and all the ways her 10 incredible years impacted her life as her mom. 

In this episode, we ‘get into’ it with Kayla about: 

-Losing her daughter Bella

-Becoming a medical mom

-The stress of navigating the medical system 

-Becoming an advocate for medical families

-Growing a platform and a following 

-Being heart centered

-Doing things for good

Learn more about the Bella Brave Legacy here and follow us Kyla on Instagram.  

Beyond Brave Podcast website:

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BellaBrave site + merch:

https://bella-brave.com/en-cad/

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Ashley was born and raised in Victoria, BC before spending her highschool years in Kelowna. After graduation, Ashley pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. As an entrepreneur at heart, Ashley later founded two micro-businesses; one in tech and one in baby goods manufacturing before launching her widely successful, award-winning animation studio, Yeti Farm Creative. 

As a prominent figure in Kelowna’s tech industry, Ashley is well-known for her dedication to job creation, economic diversification, supporting women in tech and entrepreneurship, technological innovation, and expanding post-secondary education, particularly in the Okanagan region. 

Ashley is a champion and innovator of new ideas to reduce bureaucratic red tape, enhance business support, and promote economic diversification while bridging gaps between sectors. Ashley finds joy in connecting individuals across industries, facilitating collaborations and linkages among industry, technology and innovation. Additionally, Ashley’s contributions to the educational development Advisory Boards of both the Okanagan College and the Center for Arts and Technology Okanagan have shaped world-class programs, resulting in hundreds of graduates with relevant and contemporary diplomas.

Ashley's extensive experience in directly affecting policy change and advancing prosperity for the region is unmatched as she represents her constituents in the B.C. Legislature. Ashley works tirelessly pursuing her passion to serve with dedication and relentless passion, always keeping her door open to listen to stories and ideas. Ashley envisions a future with swift implementation of necessary changes to address the community's and province's most pressing needs.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Ashley enjoys the offerings of the Okanagan lifestyle with her husband and two children. She is also an active contributor to community organizations such as the Big White Ski Club, 100 Women Who Care, OKGN WMAN, Empower Women Canada, and The Women's Enterprise Center. Ashley has served as a mentor for many businesses and continues to keep her finger on the pulse in the community.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Ashley about:

• Politics
• Running as an independent 
• Government policies 
• Entrepreneurship 
• Taxes on businesses 
• What to look for in candidates 
• The upcoming election 
• Why it’s important to look at all parties 
• Who’s paying for it all
• And more!

Follow Ashley on her website or on her IG.

Jay is a world renowned 2 time TEDx USA public speaker, trainer, coach, author and behavioral scientist, and the CEO & CO Founder of Behavioral Elements.Jay has established himself as a premier expert in behavior and as a culture change speaker. His TEDx talk on difficult people quickly reached 4 million views, opening opportunities to work with Fortune 100 companies, professional athletes, governments, nonprofits, and international organizations alike. He has given keynotes and workshops in more than 30 countries across 4 continents, transforming perspectives and behaviors globally. He is a Forbes Business contributor, award-winning trainer, and accomplished organizational change-maker.

Francesca Amante is a public speaker, resilience coach, author, podcast host, real estate project developer, and CEO and founder of Amante Company and Amante Talks Conferences. She is a certified behavioral elements guide and the 2024 National Vice President of JCI Canada, serving as the National Legal Council. Recently, she published her children’s book, 'After Loss Came You;  serving as a tool for families navigating life after loss. Despite being only 30 years old, Francesca is an old soul with a deep commitment to leaving the world better than she found it. Her new upcoming book, 'Lead with Grit', promises to inspire a significant shift in leadership strategies. It will guide CEOs, leaders, as well as large & small-scale teams toward fostering resilience and cultivating a business culture that aligns with their values—one that they can sustain, rather than one they grow to resent. Francesca believes that true leadership begins with grit, and this book will be a vital resource for those committed to leading with both strength and empathy.

In this episode we get into it about:

-Behavioral elements 

-Personalities 

-Organizational culture

-Leadership skills and more.

Learn more about Behavioral Elements here.

In our very first episode with a virtual guest we get into it with Melissa Smith from the Family Brand. Melissa and her husband Chris help others become better parents, better spouses, and to build stronger families. This is a very vulnerable episode with lots of tears. Melissa was an open book about all things love, marriage and parenthood. You definitely don’t want to miss it.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with local entrepreneur Monique Lambert. In this episode we cover it all from IVF, to divorce, to losing oneself in motherhood and building the strength to start over. It’s an emotional episode where Monique opens up and gets vulnerable in a real, raw and unfiltered conversation about her life and story.

Mark Grabill, Brokerage Owner and Certified Divorce Analyst has been working in the insurance industry for over twelve years with offices across Canada. He has serviced, coached, and educated individuals with their finances in all stages of their life. Having worked through the divorce experience personally he is aware of the heightened needs during this process.  

Alex Miklas, born in Poland, immigrated to Edmonton at the age of 12. He has two kids with his beautiful wife ages 9 and 13. Alex has been a project manager for over 13 years at the university of Alberta and two years ago got licensed in Alberta and Bc as financial advisor. He is very passionate about helping families with their financial needs focusing on debt management, retirement, asset protection and estate planning.

In this episode, we ‘get into it’ with Mark and Alex about:

-Taking the emotion out of finances

-Wills

-Planning for the future

-The importance of life insurance and more. 

Learn more about Mark and Alex and their business, Success by Design here.

Debra Kasowski, is the charismatic host of the thought-provoking podcast, THe Millionaire Woman show with high profile guests like Bob Burg, Jill Lublin, Bo Eason, Rha Goddess, and Mark Victor Hansen and his wife Crystal. Debra speaks on topics like; Turning Your Questions into Your Ques; Developing an Unshakeable Mindset; and Transformation. This award winning, 3X bestselling author, 2X TEDxSpeaker, past contributor of Forbes Coaches Council, and Certified Executive Coach is focused on helping aspiring executives, professionals, and entrepreneurs to develop winning ‘success habits’ that transform human potential into sustainable profits.

In this episode ‘we get into’:

• Developing a strong mindset
• Parenting challenges
• Carving our path as women and mothers and more!

Learn more about Debra and her work on her website

In this episode we ‘get into’

• Finding love
• The law of attraction
• Relationships
• Raising vibrations, and 
• We end it off with a live reading.

You can catch Bonita's podcasts on YouTube, and learn more her services spiritkelowna.com.

In this episode we “get into” navigating difficult transitions with kids. Having each moved to Kelowna a little over a year and a half ago, this episode focuses on navigating the many changes and emotions that came along with moving cities and schools and making new friends

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with local psychologist Irene Spelliscy who’s worked in the mental health field for over 27 years. Irene specializes in psychoeducational assessments, post, traumatic, stress, disorder, assessment and treatment, and ADHD. She was recently a part of a documentary by a local filmmaker, Shiny Objects, that’s focussed on the Director of the Kelowna symphony, who was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult during Covid. Irene also has a passion for singing on stage, and is known for her irreverent sense of humor. We loved talking to her about everything from ADHD, to divorce and musical theatre

Anna Lozano is a multi faceted entrepreneur for 14 years with success in product based business, network marketing and coaching space. She’s a mom to 2 girls and currently living in the Mayan Riviera Mexico. 

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Anna about:

-Living her best life

-Moving her family to Mexico

-Her network marketing career

-Building and selling a product based business

Learn more about Anna on her website and follow her on Instagram.

Kelsey is a professional speaker, mindset-embodiment coach, yoga instructor & facilitator. She is leading our local & global communities to enhance their quality of life by remembering their frequency of authenticity, their ability to un-limit themselves & design a life they love living.

Being a generator & intuitive Kelsey empowers you to accelerate your personal growth by guiding you to make your belief faster than your doubt & pursue experiences that amplify what you are truly capable of. She has been practicing mindset work for nearly 20 years, teaching yoga for 12 & is elevating our communities by living in loving devotion for the betterment of all our peoples & planet.

In this episode, we ‘get into it’ with Kelsey about:

-Speaking your truth

-Remembering our authentic nature,

-Connecting with our truth, and 

-Taking action to walk our authentic way.

Learn more about Kelsey on her Instagram account.

Dana Skoglund is a Master Mindset and Health Coach and advanced yoga teacher. She combines her background in Ayurveda, yoga, Buddhism, life coaching, psychology and brain science to help ambitious women become the healthiest, happiest version of themselves by rewiring their brains.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Dana about:

-The power of the mind

-Neuroplasticity

-The meaning we make of other people’s words

-The thoughts we think

-The language we use, and  

-How to shift our mindset.

Learn more about Dana and her coaching on IG.

In this episode we get into all things relationship with Gottman trained relationship and growth coach who works with couples to create their own version of “easy love” filled with healthy communication, effective conflict resolution & connection. Jaime tells us the tips and tricks to a healthy relationship and talks about what it’s like to work with women who've been through divorce let go of their past while step into the most confident and fulfilling chapter of their life.

Sunney is a community-focused Event Specialist with experience in sales, fundraising, and production. She moved to Kelowna in 2017 to complete a Diploma in Events and Promotions Management and has been growing her career and life here ever since. 

In addition to completing contracts throughout the Okanagan Sunney consistently delivers results in unique destinations such as Dubai. Whether it be leading a volunteer team, generating sponsorship relationships, calling the show, or designing the floorplans, she always shows up with a positive attitude and time for a glass of wine at the end of the day with the amazing teams it takes to pull off high-level events. 

Driven by a deep commitment to our community, Sunney recently joined Mamas for Mamas as the Community Engagement Manager, leading campaigns and events including the highly anticipated annual Gala at the Delta Grand Okanagan."

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Sunney about,

-Her passion for events

-Mamas for Mamas programs

-Invisible Homelessness 

-Finding your passion

-Career shifts and more!

Follow Sunney over at Mamas for Mamas or on her personal IG.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Boulevard Magazine’s very own Carien Wessels. After her house in South Africa was struck by lightning and burned to the ground, like a Phoenix, Carien rose from the ashes and built a new life for herself and her boys. Listen to her story of resiliency, courage, love and empowerment. Carien mesmerized us with her accent, kept us on the edge of our seats, and left us with some pretty awesome parenting tips too.

Kristen is a VISUAL STORYTELLER and personal brand photographer.

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It's her mission to help women expand their capacity to be SEEN, and to fiercely express their TRUTH. To hold space for their expansion and evolution.⁠ Genuine, life altering transformation occurs when we are WITNESSED, seen and deeply felt. 

Kristen’s  superpower is being able to capture the personality and story of someone’s brand with images, using her proven stress-free, FUN photoshoot experience! ⁠

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⁠In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Kristen about:

-self-love

-confidence 

-photography 

-and finding your passion 

Learn more about Kristen on her Instagram or visit her website. .

In This episode we welcome back Journey Henkart. Journey is an entrepreneur who loves bringing people together from all walks of life and creating space for personal transformation through her heart-based events.

She’s an international speaker, published author, Soma Breathwork Instructor, mom, wife and world traveler. 

Journey has shared stages with thought leaders such as Lisa Nichols, Robin Sharma, Jack Canfield and John Maxwell. 

Her book, originally published by Putnam, is endorsed by Deepak Chopra, Stephen Covey, Oprah Winfrey and John Gray. 

Journey has over 25 years of experience as a motivational trainer and has appeared on numerous radio and tv shows internationally, including the Oprah Show. 

Fun fact about Journey is she can say the alphabet backwards! 

In this episode Journey opens up to us about the 3 miscarriages she had last year. We ‘get into’

-pregnancy loss

-multiple miscarriages 

-grief and silence around miscarriages, and 

-the importance of sharing our miscarriage stories so that we don’t have to feel so alone. 

It’s truly a heartfelt episode full of tears and vulnerability that you won’t want to miss. 

Follow Journey on her Instagram

Vibrant, creative, thoughtful, and infectiously fun, LEGO master Stacey Roy is driven to make every moment, opportunity, and interaction the best it can possibly be for audiences and clients alike. 

Her career took off when she sold her YouTube show, The Nerdy BArtender, to an LA-based digital network started by one of the largest craft brewers in the world. Following that she was hired by Amazon to produce and host a live cooking show (500 episodes to-date) —and her strong sales, and viewer engagement have anded her the coveted Amazon “A-Lister '' award. 

In late 2022, Stacey was the Season 3 Winner of the Worldwide, primetime smash hit, LEGO Masters, on FOX. 

In this episode we get into it with Stacey about:

-Her career

-what is was like on LEGO masters

-Lego and creativity 

-balancing life with business travel and more!

Watch The Stacey Roy on YouTube or follow her journey on Instagram.

Somm Zero was launched in August 2023 by co-founders and local sommeliers Alex Viol, John Glenn & Bobby Faurot. They specialize in the top quality no & low alcohol wine and beverages.

In December, they launched SOBAR, Kelowna's first zero-proof bar. in December 2023 So far the response from the local and wider community has been phenomenal Feel free to head over to sommzero.com for more information about the co-founders, the service and product offering, and to subscribe to their newsletter for the latest on new product launches, live events and so much more.

In this episode we “get into it” with Alex and Bobby about

-low and zero proof wine options 

-winemaking 

-the AF market 

-their business and journey

-and we ask a few things about parenting too. 

Learn more about Somm Zero and Sobar on Instagram.

Find everything about Lets Not Sugarcoat It here: linktr.ee/letsnotsugarcoatitpodcast

In this episode, we 'get into' all things skin and lasers with Crystelle Gordon, Director of a surgical import company and owner/operator of the new Body Bar Laser Clinic in Kelowna. Crystelle tells us all about how her theory that although "there may not be a holy Grail of eternal youth, there sure as sh*t is a lot we can do today with technology to look as good as possible, at any age." It's definitely an episode you won't want to miss.

Let’s talk about debt with Lisa Michaud. 

Lisa has been an active real estate investor for over 12 years. With experience investing in 3 different provinces, she has been involved in everything from house hacking to short-term rentals, rent-to-own, self-storage, and now focuses on multifamily residential properties. 

Lisa is all about holistic, whole-life success, and a big part of her “why” is her belief that generating wealth and cultivating purpose play a role in happiness and wellness, and that it is an opportunity everyone deserves.

Lisa lives in beautiful Vancouver, BC with Troy and their 6 year old daughter Sonoma. In her spare time, Lisa loves traveling, wine-touring, going to Lagree classes, talking about real estate and chasing her daughter around the seawall and city.

In this episode we get ‘into it’ with Lisa about:

• Her journey from over 30K of unsecured debt to millions. 
• What it means to be rich 
• Having things vs. creating wealth 
• What it means to have good debt vs. bad debt, 
• Paying off debt and more! 

Follow Lisa on Instagram or visit her website.

Dr. Brittany Schamerhorn is a Naturopathic Doctor, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, Educator and co-founder/owner of Okanagan Women’s Clinic in Kelowna BC. With a clinical focus on women’s hormone health, she helps women with their concerns from PMS, PCOS and endometriosis through to fertility and perinatal support to perimenopause and menopause. 

She works hard to provide realistic, comprehensive and evidence-based care for her patients where they feel listened to and respected. She believes that through education healthcare providers can play an important role in supporting and empowering patients to achieve their health goals 

In her spare time, Brittany loves to spend time outdoors exploring with her young family. She can usually be found with a coffee in hand and too-many books on the go at once. 

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Brittany about:

• PCOS
• Ozempic 
• The pill
• Perimenopause 
• Hair loss and more!

Follow Brittany on IG.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with graphic designer and entrepreneur Tamara Hall. Tamara tells us all about how she replaced her graphic design income by selling digital products on and making passive income on Etsy. We loved picking this mom of two’s brain on building her Etsy empire. And of course we took the opportunity to pick her brain on her parenting philosophy, experience, and struggles —cause, why not?!

Mindy Crawford is a certified Human Design coach and former digital marketing lead for Jillian Harris, where she played a key role in driving success for seven unforgettable years. Now in an exciting new chapter, Mindy balances the joys of motherhood with her passion for Human Design and self-discovery.

Amy Hamilton is the founder and creative director of The High-End Hippie, a non-toxic hair care company rooted in community, wellness, and sustainability. She is also a mentor and a Gene Keys specialist.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Mindy and Amy about:

• Human design 
• Gene Keys 
• Alex and Bella’s human design & gene keys and how they work together 
• Shadow parts and, 
• Using human design as a blueprint for your soul purpose 

For information on who you can get involved with us go to https://letsnotsugarcoatit.com/

Follow Mindy on her website or Instagram and Amy on her website or Instagram.

In this episode we “get into” all things mental health with Lisa Moore owner of Crossroads Collective in Langley and Kelowna. We talk about grief, parenting, counselling for kids and well just about everything. From Bella’s dad’s passing, to  trauma in children, and separation, there wasn’t a dry eye in the room. 

Francesca Amante is Public Speaker, Author, and luxury real estate agent in Kelowna BC. Her passion for public  speaking led her to become the world runner up speaker at the JCI World Effective Speaker Competition in 2020. Francesca is also the founder of Amante Talks, a speaking series for dynamic speakers, authors, coaches, and entrepreneurs.

 Francesca’s upbringing instilled in her gratitude, kindness, and a passion for personal growth, which she carries into her work as a real estate agent, helping clients achieve their goals.

In the episode we get into it with Francesca about:

-the stories we tell ourselves

-how these stories shape us

-finding our authentic self

-stepping into our purpose

-her book, “After Loss Came You”, and so much more!

Follow Francesca on Instagram or visit her website to learn more about her amazing impact on the world

In this episode, we ‘get into’ all things academic with Shannan Schimmelmann, co-owner of Prep Academy Tutors of Interior BC. We cover it all, from homework to the pros and cons of the private and public education system, with no holds back on our opinion on the school system in BC. We hope you learn as much as we did from this driven mompreneur.

Jenn Wint (she/her) is a writer, public relations specialist, and founder of WINT Communications. She is passionate about sharing stories that connect people, communities, and brands, uncovering diverse and unique perspectives. Jenn is the author of ‘Josie’s Busy Calendar,’ a self-care story for kids and a contributor to MomBabes: A Motherhood Anthology. She lives with her husband, son and daughter who support her quest to find her neighbourhood's best chocolate chip cookie. 

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Jenn about:

-Balancing work and motherhood

-Her feelings around what she calls ‘a lack of maternal instinct’

-Her son’s heart condition and more.

Learn more aboutJenn @jenn_wint or visit wintcommunications.com

Pamela Pearson is the Director of Operations for Sentes Automotive and has dedicated the past 15+ years to HR/team culture, event planning, IT management, facilities, and overall dealership operations. In 2007 Pamela graduated with a Bachelor of Arts & Education, taught for a year, and then realized realized that the education system was not for her. Next was a self-described failed attempt at car sales that lasted only 6 weeks, so she began to assist COO Adam Rich with operational tasks. She now oversees 3 dealerships and nearly 200 employees. Pamela takes pride in creating and supporting structure and processes and creating a great work environment for the dealership teams. In the past several years, Pamela has become more involved with our community as the chair of the BC Cancer Foundation’s Discovery Luncheon (chair & committee member 2012-2020), President of the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce (President 2022/23 & director since 2019), and still heavily involved as immediate Past President. In the past year few years, she has been nominated as a Kelowna Chamber ‘Top 40 under 40’ and the City of Kelowna’s ‘Citizen of the Year’, she won the ‘Volunteer of the Year’ award from the Chamber of Commerce, and most recently won the prestigious Kelowna Women in Business award 2023 WOMAN of the Year. She is enjoying having the opportunity to give back to the community that has given her so much. Pamela looks forward to helping her company become a highly desired employer in 2024 and beyond, educating our young professionals on the value of the Chamber, continuing to be engaged in our local community, and inspiring those around her to get involved and be the best they can be.

In this episode ‘we get into it’ with Pamela about:

-balancing life, love, and family

-the ups and downs of being a bonus mom

-her amazing ability to seemingly take it all on head first. 

Follow Pamela on her Instagram.

Bonita Kay Hodgson’s greatest desire is to help people to learn to hear and trust their own intuition, fall back in love with all aspects of themselves, and transform limiting beliefs and fears into motivation and creativity.

Bonita helps individuals, entrepreneurs, and organizations unlock their inner strengths. She is a psychic life and business coach assisting clients to understand the subconscious patterns impacting their personal and professional decisions as well as offering them strategies for success in the workplace, and happiness and connection in their personal relationships. 

With a varied professional career, she is in a unique position to help entrepreneurs. She has been a journalist, freelance writer, editor of a national business magazine, software developer, university administrator and crisis counselor, before she devoted herself full-time to being a coach. 

Bonita's interactive workshops and speaking engagements have benefited employees at Interior Health, consultants with Mary Kay Cosmetics, and staff at Nurse Next Door, among others. She is the author of a digital oracle deck, "Shadow to Light", available on the Deckible app. Her online course, "Soul Decison Leadership" is available at https://www.souldecisionleadership.com.  

In this episode we ‘get into’

• Finding love
• The law of attraction
• Relationships
• Raising vibrations, and 
• We end it off with a live reading.

You can catch Bonita's podcasts on YouTube, and  learn more her services spiritkelowna.com.

In this episode we “get into it” with Journey Henkart, public speaker, published author, Soma breathwork specialist, and the host of Kelowna’s well loved heart-based networking events. Journey is passionate about bringing people together through meaningful connections and authentic conversations, and we loved picking her brain on all things, life, motherhood and business

In this episode we welcome back three of our previous guests; Carien Wessels-Rennie, Katharina Kunz and Sanela Sehovac to help us raise a toast to 2023. Listen to us ‘get into it’ about:

-the biggest challenges we each faced this year

-How we each weathered relationships with significant others

-the best thing our parents ever taught us

-what we each prefer to not do with your children that our parents did with us?

It’s a lively episode with five of us in the studio, and definitely one you don’t want to miss!

In this episode ‘we get into” the secret world of acronyms that kids use to hide what they are talking about in texts and online from their parents. We are blown away by the double meaning of common emojis and what to look for when it comes to protecting your kids from using hidden apps and more

Ester Pike is the CEO and founder of Fledge Solutions, a service firm dedicated to enhancing organizational success through their people. With her rich background in Occupational Psychology and expertise in psychometric assessments, she's uniquely equipped to explore the pivotal role of human factors in business success. Ester's experience with diverse organizations has shown her that your team's dynamics are your company's unique fingerprint. She's passionate about equipping you with strategies to elevate your business by focusing on its most valuable asset: your people.

In this episode ‘we get into it’ with Ester about:

-communication

-leadership

-business psychology

-organizational culture

-team dynamics and more!

Learn more about Ester on her website.

In this episode we “get into it” with Kisten Olsen, Holistic Nutritionist and Culinary Nutrition Expert, and owner of Green Thumb Nutrition in Kelowna, BC. Kirsten tells us all about keeping our families and ourselves nourished so that we can show up energized and nourished. We loved talking to Kirsten about all things health and nutrition, and learning her tips for ‘picky eaters’ or ‘selective eaters’ as she more gently puts it.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with our very first male guest Dr. Brett! Dr. Brett’s a naturopathic doctor and dad to four kids; Maximus, Theodore, Athena, and Atticus, who lives in Kelowna BC. Brett tells us all about his work, his parenting, his dating life post divorce and his mission to inspire super dads. Tune in for some real, raw, and unfiltered conversations with a dad twist.

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In this episode we “get into” social media and what it’s like to raise kids in an era where technology is everywhere. We talk about challenges when it comes to monitoring our kids screen time and social media usage and how we set limitations on what our kids can and cannot post. As well as how screen time rules vary in each of our houses.

Anita Parker is a dynamic force in the realm of personal development, carving her niche as a Coach and Speaker with an unwavering commitment to empowering others and creating lasting impact. As a multi-passionate entrepreneur, she seamlessly weaves her diverse skills and experiences into a tapestry of inspiration and guidance.

With a keen understanding of the transformative power of coaching, Anita dedicates herself to helping individuals unlock their full potential. Her coaching philosophy is rooted in fostering self-discovery and resilience, guiding her clients on a journey of personal and professional growth.

As a seasoned speaker, Anita takes center stage to share her insights on empowerment and the art of creating meaningful change. Her magnetic presence and authentic storytelling captivate audiences, leaving a lasting imprint. Anita's speaking engagements range from intimate workshops to large-scale conferences, reflecting her versatility and ability to connect with diverse audiences.

Anita’s entrepreneurial spirit is evident in her ventures that extend beyond coaching and speaking. She has successfully launched and managed projects that align with her values of empowerment and impact. Whether it's founding initiatives to support her community/ region or collaborating with like-minded entrepreneurs. Anita is driven by a vision of creating positive change on a broader scale.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Anita about:

-Life, love and business

-Her vision for growth and empowerment

-Marriage and parenting

-Her desire to create lasting impact, and so much more!

To  learn more about Anita follow  her on Instagram

Breanne is a life coach who passionately advocates for boundaries as an act of self-love and an essential aspect of personal growth and healthy relationships. Through workshops, coaching sessions and written content, she empowers others to reclaim their autonomy and prioritize their needs. At the heart of her approach lies the belief that setting boundaries is not about building walls, but rather creating spaces where authentic connections and mutual respect can flourish.

In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Breanne about:

• People pleasing 
• Boundaries 
• Narcissism
• Narcissistic traits 

It got a little spicy! Follow Breanne on IG

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