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Diana Fox Carney on life beyond the headlines

An economist, mother, policy advocate and now wife of Canada’s Prime Minister, Diana Fox Carney has worn many titles throughout her life. But there’s so much more to her

Let’s talk (even more) about menopause: Sleep, sex, and how to protect your overall health

There’s a lot more to talk about when it comes to perimenopause and menopause. In part two of our conversation with Dr. Sarah Shaw, co-founder and Chief Medical Officer w

Let’s talk menopause: Brain fog, perimenopause, hormones and more

Today we’re getting into a topic that affects every woman, but somehow, there’s still so much we don’t know about it: perimenopause and menopause. What’s actually happe

Why Michelle Waite says letting go of perfectionism made her a better leader

Women are often told to work harder, do more and never let an opportunity pass them by. But what if some of the most important career lessons come from learning your limi

The new era of weight loss: What women need to know about GLP-1s

GLP-1 medications have become one of the biggest conversations in women’s health – but with all the headlines, social media debates and opinions, it can be hard to know w

Let’s talk about miscarriage: What happens, why it happens, and how to heal

Miscarriage is something so many women experience, yet it's still one of the conversations we struggle to have out loud. In this episode of The Honest Talk podcast, we

Setting the Tempo: Why Reetu Gupta is betting big on women's basketball

We’re heading courtside with Reetu Gupta for this episode! She is an entrepreneur, hospitality leader, and part owner of the brand new Toronto Tempo, one of the newest te

How to make fitness fit your life with GoodLife’s Kim Lavender

Fitness advice is everywhere, but for women juggling careers, families, caregiving responsibilities, and everything else life throws their way, knowing where to start – o

Amanda Lindhout on survival, hope, and rebuilding a life after captivity

In this episode, we’re sitting down with Amanda Lindhout – a Canadian journalist whose life story is as gripping as it is inspiring. Amanda has always been driven by a

Mom Talk: A conversation with our moms, Maureen McTeer and Jane Wilson

Ahead of Mother’s Day, Jen and Catherine sit down with two of the most important women in their lives for a very special conversation – their moms! Both trailblazing la

Christianna Scott on her journey from law to leading DE&I at Canada’s largest airline

From the very beginning of The Honest Talk, Air Canada has been more than a partner; they’ve helped us reach new heights. In this episode, Jen and Catherine sit down with

What it really takes to build a successful Canadian brand with Tania Yan

Today on the podcast, we’re chatting with Tania Yan, the founder of Olive & Piper! You may know the jewellery brand, but what you might not know is the story behind it –

Jessica Holmes teaches us why laughter is the best medicine

This week on The Honest Talk podcast: Jessica Holmes! Comedian, entertainer, and powerhouse of honesty, resilience, and self-acceptance. She’s opened for legends like Ell

The first woman to command Canada’s military: A conversation with Gen. Jennie Carignan

Today on The Honest Talk, we’re joined by a woman whose leadership carries real weight, not just in title, but in responsibility. General Jennie Carignan is Canada’s Chie

Mandy Gull-Masty on courage, proving people wrong, and redefining leadership

On this episode, we sit down with Mandy Gull-Masty, Canada’s Federal Minister of Indigenous Services – and a leader whose approach to politics is deeply rooted in communi

Curiosity, leadership, and trusting your gut: A conversation with Sue Noble

From championing women’s voices to shaping strategic growth at one of Canada’s largest financial institutions, RBC senior executive Sue Noble joins The Honest Talk for a

Melissa Leong’s no-shame guide to starting fresh financially in 2026

Feeling intimidated by money? You’re not alone. Today, we’re talking with Melissa Leong, a financial expert, author, and media personality who’s on a mission to help peop

What we're bringing into 2026 with Jen and Catherine

It’s a new year check-in with Jen and Catherine! They look back on a big year for The Honest Talk, talk honestly about what’s ahead, and share what they’re choosing to br

Building SophieGrace: How Emma May created a clothing brand that's taking fashion by storm

Today we’re joined by Emma May, a founder who didn’t set out to build a company – but ended up creating one out of necessity. As CEO of SophieGrace, she’s grown a brand b

How Devinder Gill forged her path in financial leadership

We’re thrilled to welcome a true powerhouse in leadership and community impact to the podcast – Devinder Gill. As RBC’s Regional President for Ontario North and East, Dev