It is officially the end of Season 4 – thank you for a fantastic season!! Thank you to… …all the fantastic guests this season …everyone who listened and watched the show …everyone who submitted prompts for Never Have I Ever …Flying Monkeys Brewery …Craig Scorgie (video edit) …Ryan Sheedy (audio editing) …Liz Bragale (behind-the-scenes, superstar) While the podcast is in between seasons, here are 2 ways you can continue to support the podcast: 1) Listen to any episodes you haven’t listened to yet...
Dec 06, 2023•3 min
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some Christmas tea with aura photographer and the founder of Rose Aura, Evelyn Salvarinas to discuss aura readings, energy healing, and (of course) the magical world of Bravo reality TV! Evelyn is an aura photographer and the founder of Rose Aura here in Toronto. Originally from Toronto, Evelyn studied in New York City where she earned a Masters in Fine Art History at Sotheby’s Institute. During her time in the Big Apple, she discovered the power of aura photogr...
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Season 4Ep. 60
In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Chelsea Larkin. Chelsea is an actress, comedian, writer and singer. She is a current cast member of Second City Toronto’s touring company, she was chosen for Just For Laughs’ New Faces: Characters showcase, and her solo show “The Chels Stands Alone” has received numerous awards including The Comedy Bar and Second City Award For Outstanding Comedy Awards. Looking for more of The Liquid Courage Podcast? Instagram: @liquidcouragepodcast TikTok: @liq...
Nov 23, 2023•44 min
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some apple flavoured Crown Royal whiskey brand and content manager Marianna Miniotis to discuss podcasts (of course!), The Sonar Network, and self confidence. Marianna is the brand and content manager at The Sonar Podcast Network, based out of Toronto. After moving to Canada from Greece at the age of 6, Marianna studied Cultural Studies & Communications at McGill University and went on to study Marketing at the University of Toronto. Since the very beginning...
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Season 4Ep. 59
In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Maddy Foley. Maddy is a Toronto-based actor and writer. She co-hosts 30 Going on 13, a movie review podcast where two 30-year-olds discuss the formative teen films from the 1990s to 2000s, and how they ruined us. In January, you can catch her on-screen as Nat on the new CBC comedy One More Time, and keep an eye out for her comedy miniseries Meg, which is set to starting filming next month! Looking for more of The Liquid Courage Podcast? Instagram...
Nov 08, 2023•52 min
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some White Claws with comedian and actor Rachelle Lauzon to discuss her stand-up career, the importance of being your own cheerleader, and astrology (obviously). Rachelle is a multi-faceted artist originally from London, Ontario who is now based in Toronto. Rachelle has performed stand-up comedy at comedy festivals including Just for Laughs Toronto, The Boston Comedy Festival, NXNE, The Blue Whale Comedy Festival and The Odd Block Festival. Last year, her stand-...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 58
In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Tyra Sweet. Tyra is an award-nominated writer, actor, creator and host based in Toronto. She is best known for her hosting on YTV’s The Zone and Kid Food Nation: The Show. The has written on shows for Family Jr., CBC Kids, TVOKids, and AppleTV, and most recently Tyra was an associate producer on the new sci-fi comedy Davey & Jonesie’s Locker for Hulu and Prime Canada. Looking for more of The Liquid Courage Podcast? Instagram: @liquidcouragepo...
Oct 25, 2023•41 min
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some white wine with actor and writer Lauren Collins to discuss her time on Degrassi, pregnancy and motherhood, and what it’s like to feel recognizable but not quite famous. Lauren is an actor and writer, best known for her portrayal of Paige Michalchuk on the international hit series, Degrassi. A three-time Canadian Screen Award nominee, some highlights from Lauren’s 25-year long career include The Kroll Show, The Strain, Take the Lead starring Antonio Banderas...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 4Ep. 57
In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Rosie Dempsey. Rosie is a musical comedian and writer, best known for her work as one half of the British musical comedy duo Flo & Joan. Flo & Joan has performed to audiences around the world including the Just for Laughs Montreal Comedy Festival, Melbourne Comedy Festival, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Glastonbury, and their own international tours. They’ve also written songs for West End musicals, film, TV and radio, and have their own com...
Oct 12, 2023•51 min
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some Caesars with comedian and actor Sarah Hillier to discuss motherhood, her dream career, and reality TV (a lot of it). Sarah is a comedian and actor currently based out of Toronto. She has been awarded multiple Canadian Comedy Awards (including Best Female Improvisor) and was also awarded Best Female Improvisor by NOW Magazine. Sarah has written and starred in 2 award-winning mainstage shows at the Second City Toronto and her comedy album with comedy partner ...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 4Ep. 56
In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Nicola Dempsey. Nicola is a musical comedian and writer, best known for her work as one half of the British musical comedy duo Flo & Joan. Flo & Joan has performed to audiences around the world including the Just for Laughs Montreal Comedy Festival, Melbourne Comedy Festival, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Glastonbury, and their own international tours. They’ve also written songs for West End musicals, film, TV and radio, and have their own c...
Sep 27, 2023•40 min
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some margaritas with actor and producer Tamara Almeida to discuss how Jane changed her life, how to nail an audition for a Hallmark movie, and everything Taurus energy. Tamara is a bilingual actor and producer currently based in Toronto. You can catch Tamara’s acting in series like Jane and the reboot of Ghostwriter (both on AppleTV+) and in films like Lifetime’s Secrets at the Inn, Hallmark’s Entertaining Christmas and, most recently, starring in Lifetime’s Wha...
Sep 21, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 55
In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Shannon Burns. Shannon is a radio show host and podcaster based out of Toronto. She currently hosts the midday show on Virgin Radio and is an Entertainment Contributor for iHeartRadio Canada. At work, Shannon interviews some of the top musical artists like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Katy Perry, Megan Trainer, Sam Smith, Miley Cyrus, and more! Alongside friend Paulina Nicole, Shannon also hosts the podcast Pop For Thought, a fun and informal approa...
Sep 13, 2023•37 min
No episode this week - see ya next week!
Sep 06, 2023•21 sec
In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Kattie Laur. Kattie produces award-winning, independent and branded podcasts from her cozy, pink, home studio in Brantford, Ontario. She's been a freelance producer for clients like BetaKit, Noelle Floyd, Vocal Fry Studios and CANADALAND’s Wag the Doug. Since 2018, alongside travel writer Erin Hynes, Kattie has also been making Alpaca My Bags (recently rebranded to Curious Tourism), an indie podcast about making travel better for people and the p...
Aug 30, 2023•43 min
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some red wine with actor, writer, director, theatremaker and filmmaker Melissa D’Agostino to discuss creating HighballTV, her experience as a first-time film director, and the value she took from editing reality television! Melissa has seamlessly flowed between the theatre and film worlds throughout her career, receiving awards for writing, acting, and directing both nationally and internationally. Her performance in the digital series Tactical Girls won her the...
Aug 24, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Season 4Ep. 54
In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Eddy Wolfson. Eddy works in special effects as a VFX Compositor for TV and film. You’ve definitely seen some of his work, because he’s worked on tv shows like What We Do In The Shadows, The Umbrella Academy, Lovecraft Country, and The Mandalorian and on infamous movie franchises like John Wick, The Pirates of the Caribbean, The Avengers, Spider-Man, Jurassic World – I mean the list goes on! Because of a very strict NDA, Eddy can’t quite share wha...
Aug 16, 2023•41 min
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some red wine with actors, writers, directors Aisha Evelyna and Dani Pagliarello to discuss creative inspiration, which fellow Astro sign celebs they’d invite to dinner, and new series The Drop! The Drop is about the accidental friendship sparked by the hustle of professional line-waiting between diabetic American escapee, Zara, and Canadian wannabe influencer, Polly. With Zara working illegally and Polly showing her the ropes, the pair are rising in the ranks a...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 53
In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Susan Waycik. Susan is the Producer for the Resident Stage at The Second City Toronto. Before joining the Second City team, Susan has been involved in producing and performing both comedy and theatre for years. Currently, through her production company Waycik Productions, she produces and hosts The BFF Variety Hour, a monthly, live comedy show out of Comedy Bar in Toronto. Looking for more of The Liquid Courage Podcast? Instagram: @liquidcouragep...
Aug 02, 2023•49 min
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some sparkling flavoured water with producer Georgia Mappin to discuss what it really means to be a producer, sticking to your guns, and understanding ADHD and PTSD as an adult. Georgia is a producer currently based out of Melbourne, Australia with over a decade of experience developing advertising campaigns, original comedy, and TV & Film content. The short film she produced, called Grace, was nominated by the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Art...
Jul 27, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 52
In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Dustin George. Dustin is a textile artist, a designer, and an all-around fool (his words, not mine). Through his brand Pretty Ugly Gorgeous, Dustin creates sustainable, one-of-a-kind patchwork designs. He has designed for all sorts of drag queens and creatures, and has worked wardrobe for TV, film, and theatre. Looking for more of The Liquid Courage Podcast? Instagram: @liquidcouragepodcast TikTok: @liquidcouragepodcast YouTube Video Episodes &am...
Jul 19, 2023•41 min
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some sparkling wine with comedian, actor, writer, and host Aisha Alfa and chats about becoming an American citizen, pregnancy and motherhood, and so many iconic life mantras (we’ll invoice you for the free therapy later). Aisha was born in Nigeria, raised in Canada and now lives in the US. You will recognize Aisha from the iconic Canadian TV series “Degrassi”, Hulu’s “Good Trouble”, and “Sorry for Your Loss”. Her latest show, “Based On A True Story”, premiered l...
Jul 12, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Season 4Ep. 51
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some bourbon with actor, comedian Clare McConnell to discuss insecurities in front of the camera, taking big chances, and the mathematics of a bell curve. Clare is an actor and comedian best known for her portrayal of Effie Newsome on CBC’s Murdoch Mysteries and as Klingon Leader Dennas on the Paramount+ series Star Trek: Discovery. You may also recognize Clare from shows like American Gods, Nurses, Hudson & Rex, and Killjoys. Alongside the cast of Avocado T...
Dec 29, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 50
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some scotch with actor, director Samantha Wan to discuss the entertainment industry in Canada versus in the States, why writing can feel so terrible, and her new venture into directing. At just 23 years old, Samantha became one of the youngest creators to have a prime time series in Canada. She is the co-creator and co-star of OMNI/City TV’s comedy series Second Jen, which was nominated for a Canadian Screen Award, and she was commissioned by OMNI TV to create i...
Dec 14, 2022•1 hr 28 min•Season 3Ep. 49
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some non-alcoholic beer with director, cinematographer, and creator J Stevens to discuss creating their series Slo Pitch, what draws them to directing, and their favourite TV shows growing up. With over a decade of experience behind the camera, J’s mission is to continue bringing dynamic, personal and visually captivating LGBTQ+ content to the forefront. They are the co-creator, cinematographer and director behind the high-energy mockumentary series Slo Pitch (I...
Nov 30, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Season 3Ep. 48
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some Chianti red wine with artist, creator, writer, showrunner, and producer Aden Abebe to discuss everything surrounding her new CBC Gem series virgins! – from what compelled her to create the show, to the casting process, to audience reactions, and what she’s learned along the way! Aden is a multi-disciplinary storyteller and artist, committed to telling stories that empower, inspire empathy and meet at the intersection of art and social justice. She is the cr...
Nov 16, 2022•59 min•Season 3Ep. 47
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks a negroni with award-winning writer, director Sam Coyle to discuss the importance of finding your people, what kinds of stories she’s most drawn to telling, and the release of Avocado Toast Season 2! Sam is best known for directing the first and second season of the award winning series Avocado Toast, which was awarded the Silver Telly Award, Best Director Merced Queer Film Fest, Best Director Portland Comedy Film Fest, & Nominated for 4 Canadian Screen Awar...
Nov 02, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 46
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some cocktails (Corpse Reviver #2 to be exact!) with the owner of Ernie’s Icebox Julia Haist to discuss starting her business Ernie’s Icebox, figuring out how to delegate as a boss, and her experience as a female director. In addition to being the founder of Ernie’s Icebox, a premium ice cream sandwich shop here in Toronto, I met Julia through her career in the performing arts. She graduated from Humber College’s theatre performance program as well as Second Cit...
Oct 19, 2022•1 hr 46 min•Season 3Ep. 45
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some Lisbon By Night red wine with actor, voice actor, and comedian Bianca Alongi to discuss voice acting for animation, struggles with being a people pleaser, and how performing has affected her relationship with various aspects of her body. Bianca Alongi started her career as a dancer working on productions with Norwegian Cruise line and performing in live shows throughout the UK. After discovering her love of performing improv, Bianca was accepted into the Se...
Oct 05, 2022•2 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 44
In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some vodka crans with a splash of Sprite with actor, writer, and host Tyra Sweet to discuss how she got into hosting, reconciling her adult self after hosting for kids television, and navigating her queer and biracial identity in the entertainment world (and life!). Tyra is a graduate of The Second City Conservatory and of the BIPOC TV & Film Kids TV Writing Bootcamp taught by John May and mentored by Aron Dunn. Probably best known for her work in kids enter...
Sep 21, 2022•54 min•Season 3Ep. 43
