Julia and Stephanie discuss pandemic life, and what it’s like to be the CEO of a hospital. We dive into discussions about disabilities, barriers she faced in her career, and lessons she has learned leading a hospital during a pandemic and what skills and experiences have helped her do that well. Julia shares her hopes for the future in post pandemic life. Julia shares so much wisdom, personally and professionally, this is an episode you don’t want to miss! Who is Julia Hanigsberg? Julia Hanigsbe...
Feb 24, 2021•48 min•Ep. 66
Kate Harrison is a Vice Chair and Partner at Summa Strategies Canada, a public affairs firm. Host Stephanie and Kate talk about their chosen careers as lobbyists, Kate’s career path, misconceptions about the industry, career highlights, work life balance, and their experiences working in a male dominated industry. Who is Kate Harrison? Kate Harrison is the Vice Chair and a Partner at Summa Strategies Canada, one of the country’s leading public affairs firms. She has worked in and around politics...
Feb 10, 2021•50 min•Ep. 65
Technology VP Lydia Frank is a pro at providing advice on salary negotiation and raises. In this episode we do a deep dive on these topics. We even talk about how to approach these issues in the COVID context. We also discuss Lydia’s career path, what a VP of marketing does, what it’s like to work in the technology sector, mentorship, as well as, what barriers still exist for women. Who is Lydia Frank? Lydia Frank is the Vice President of Marketing at Chronus. Prior to Chronus, she served in a n...
Jan 28, 2021•56 min•Ep. 64
Karen Hamberg shares her experience as an executive in the clean technology field, as well as, the challenges she has faced as a woman, and what can be done to make clean technologies a more appealing career path for women. You don’t want to miss all of Karen’s personal and professional advice, especially on imposter syndrome! She is personable and authentic. Take a listen and join the conversation! Who is Karen Hamberg? Karen Hamberg is a clean technology executive with nearly 20 years of globa...
Jan 13, 2021•51 min•Ep. 63
In this episode, Myrrhanda and Stephanie reflect on the podcast and blogs of 2020, look into 2021, and discuss what Myrrhanda has learned from starting WOMENdontDOthat. Don't miss her final episode with us as she steps away from a formal position with the podcast in the New Year. You can get all the blogs and podcasts mentioned in this episode on our website at www.womendontdothat.com. Comment at www.womendontdothat.com and join the conversation on social media. We love your questions and feedba...
Dec 31, 2020•52 min•Ep. 62
In this episode, Stephanie interviews podcasters and entrepreneurs Alyssa Berry and Dakota Kidby. These women own communication businesses and are the hosts of the Ladies who Launch podcast. A podcast for women, by women about business and life as an entrepreneur, interviews with innovative and unique Canadian guests and more. In this conversation we dive into how COVID has impacted their businesses, what it’s like to work in communications, and advice for entrepreneurs. We also discuss their po...
Dec 23, 2020•49 min•Ep. 61
In this episode, Myrrhanda interviews WWDT co-creator, Stephanie Mitton. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast for a while, you know that Stephanie is passionate about mentoring women, most of all, her two young daughters. She goes above and beyond for her friends and family and she takes on challenges with incredible creativity and energy. Stephanie has excelled as a lobbyist and government relations professional across sectors and has led numerous successful advocacy campaigns. Stephanie is a Go...
Dec 09, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 60
It’s been a long time since we have had a reflection show, and this one is packed with updates! Hosts Stephanie and Myrrhanda discuss the latest podcast episodes, and share updates on their personal lives and how they are walking through COVID-19. They both share exciting professional news and an announcement about the future of the podcast that you won’t want to miss. Comment at www.womendontdothat.com and join the conversation on social media. We love your questions and feedback. Don’t forget ...
Dec 03, 2020•33 min•Ep. 59
Roxy Earle parlayed her passion for marketing into a stellar career with Ogilvy and American Express. She was then cast on the show The Real Housewives of Toronto; this opportunity gave her the stepping stone to build a business with a major shift and new meaning to the “plus-size” world. Earle is bringing empowerment to women of all shapes and sizes. Her work also includes campaigns and activations for Canadian Tire, Amazon, Columbia Sportswear, and several other global brands. Stephanie and Ro...
Nov 26, 2020•35 min•Ep. 58
Colonel Manon Asselin and Stephanie discuss her career in the military, her experience as a woman, and the work left to be done to make the military a more appealing career path for women. Colonel Manon Asselin also shares what life and personal lessons she learned from international deployment and what Remembrance Day means to her. Listen to her incredible career and life experience. More on Colonel Manon Asselin: Colonel Manon Asselin enrolled in the Canadian Armed Forces in 1988 with the Nava...
Nov 11, 2020•34 min•Ep. 57
Sara Austin is the Founder & CEO of Children First Canada. She has more than 20 years of global and Canadian experience advocating for children. Her work has taken her into the top circles of power in the United National, national governments, and boardrooms around the world. She led a global campaign that resulted in the adoption of the UN Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child. This ground-breaking law allows kids or their advocates to hold governments accountable f...
Oct 28, 2020•37 min•Ep. 56
Laura Payton is a professional communicator with more than 15 years of experience. She spent most of that time as a journalist on Parliament Hill, where she covered everything from the environment to international development. Laura made the leap to the public service two years ago and is now the acting manager of external strategic communications for the Communications Security Establishment. When she's not working, she's desperately trying to remember what it felt like to have hobbies prior to...
Oct 14, 2020•49 min•Ep. 55
This week’s guest is Wanda Deschamps. Wanda is an advocate, entrepreneur, mother and wife. She is the founder and is the Principal at Liberty Co. Prior to founding Liberty Co, Wanda enjoyed a twenty-five year career in the philanthropic sector serving as a consultant, as well as an institutional development leader. She is a tireless champion for inclusion, on issues ranging from women’s rights to neurodiversity. In this episode Stephanie discusses Wanda’s career path, the work she does to champi...
Sep 30, 2020•54 min•Ep. 54
This week’s guest is Bonnie Mouck. Bonnie is the co-founder and host of the podcast Run it Like a Girl. Going into its third season, the podcast is a forum for telling stories of remarkable women from a variety of fields. As a passionate advocate for the advancement of women Bonnie tells these stories to inspire others to rise up, be bold and go for what they want. Bonnie is also a marketing and brand professional with over 15 years of experience working in professional services and the not-for-...
Sep 17, 2020•40 min•Ep. 53
This week’s guest is Naudia Banton. Naudia is an innovative force. With a background in entrepreneurship and talent management, she has worked across industries such as publishing, health care, insurance, education, and manufacturing. Known for her energy and drive she helped build Waterloo Region’s first Women Entrepreneurs Bootcamp and currently serves as a Startup Advisor to the Summer Company Program. Stephanie talks to Naudia about life as an entrepreneur, working in the field of technology...
Sep 02, 2020•57 min•Ep. 52
Hannah Lichtenstein is best known as a soccer player. She played college soccer in the United States, and recently, in Sweden. While in Sweden, she had to come to terms with her own transition from athlete to regular human. It is during this time that she discovered that her passion for sport and storytelling could intersect in a powerful and transformative way. In May 2019, while living in Sweden, she began her podcast called, Run Along. Hannah talks to Stephanie about sport, identity, transiti...
Aug 19, 2020•45 min•Ep. 51
Emily O’Brien is the founder of Comeback Snacks, a gourmet popcorn company inspired by snacks she made while serving 10 months at Grand Valley Women’s Institution for smuggling drugs into Canada. Emily was released on parole at the end of 2018 and went on to pitch her business to Dragon’s Den and launch a YouTube series called Criminally Acclaimed. Stephanie talks to Emily about the realities of the judicial system, what lessons she learned, and what needs to change. We also discuss reintegratio...
Aug 05, 2020•44 min•Ep. 50
This week we interviewed Jennifer M. Heemstra, Associate Professor of Chemistry, Emory University; a private research university in Atlanta, Georgia in the United States. We discuss the reality of being a woman in science, what the barriers are, and what needs to change. We talk about social media - Jen is someone with a HUGE following - how does she handle the online hate, and what advice does she have for the rest of us? We talk about her #COVID19 survival strategies, and what opportunities fo...
Jul 22, 2020•50 min•Ep. 49
This week we interviewed parenting expert, Maureen Dennis. So many parents are burnt out and struggling right now. Is your child having too much technology? How to balance work and parenting? How to not make the summer feel mundane after 3 months at home... Want advice for teens to toddlers and everything in between? We have you covered. As you can see, we REALLY did cover it all. Take a listen, Maureen shares some amazing tips as we get real about parenting today! If you enjoy this interview, p...
Jul 08, 2020•50 min•Ep. 48
Normally we would have a reflection show this week, but given the context of the world right now, you will understand why we wanted to interview our next guest. In the interview with Celina Caesar-Chavannes, we discuss racism. Where we are, where we need to go and what YOU can do to help get us there. We also discuss life after politics and other important issues, such as mental health. It’s an important talk about the hard stuff, dive in and let’s listen and grow together! Celina Caesar-Chavann...
Jun 15, 2020•50 min•Ep. 47
Our guest this week, Julie S. Lalonde, recently released her book, Resilience Is Futile: The Life and Death and Life of Julie Lalonde. Julie is an internationally recognized women’s rights advocate and public educator. She works with various feminist organizations dedicated to ending sexual violence, engaging bystanders and building communities of support. She is a frequent media source on issues of violence against women and her work has appeared on world new organizations and magazines. She is...
May 27, 2020•56 min•Ep. 46
Some women are just so smart, it’s intimidating. I remember being a journalism student at Carleton University and watching Jennifer Ditchburn on CBC news - she always appeared intimidatingly composed and brilliant. And, I guess that’s because she was - and is - both those things. But I don’t think that means it came easy for her; I think it means she worked very hard, took risks, embraced challenges, and asked for what she wanted. In my conversation with this award-winning journalist and current...
May 17, 2020•35 min•Ep. 45
Myrrhanda and Stephanie reflect on how the world is changing, how it is impacting their lives, as well as, their hopes for the future. We discuss our recent interview with Dr. Julie Desjardins, and what interviews you can look forward to next! As usual we laugh a lot! Stuff mentioned in this episode: Blog post, 10 Daily Pandemic Reminders https://www.womendontdothat.com/post/10-daily-pandemic-reminders Printable, 10 Dailly Pandemic Reminders https://www.womendontdothat.com/gratitudegame Navigati...
May 08, 2020•42 min•Ep. 44
This week’s guest is Dr. Julie Desjardins. Julie is the co-director at CAFCO, the Child, Adolescent, and Family Centre of Ottawa. She provides psychological services to children, adolescents, and families. In addition to private practice, Dr. Desjardins is also a part-time professor at the University of Ottawa and a supervisor at the Centre for Psychological Services and Research. Julie provides advice to help us navigate the stress and anxiety of COVID-19. Topics include: mental health for adul...
Apr 02, 2020•41 min•Ep. 43
This week Stephanie gives a short update on all things WDDT. How we are managing during COVID-19, upcoming episodes, ways to stay connected, AND freebies! Send us an email, signup for the blog and newsletter at womendontdothat.com. We love your questions and feedback. Stuff mentioned in this episode: #Gratitudegame https://www.womendontdothat.com/gratitudegame PODCASTS: Navigating career change and wellness with personal trainer Lydia Di Francesco Ep. 41 https://www.womendontdothat.com/podcast/e...
Apr 01, 2020•10 min•Ep. 42
This week's guest is Lydia Di Francesco, a workplace wellness consultant, speaker, published writer and personal trainer. Lydia appears frequently as a fitness and wellness expert on television. This interview was recorded before COVID-19 swept the globe, but Lydia’s wellness, career and fitness advice is just as relevant for today’s challenges. Take a listen and enjoy some tips and advice that can change your life! Comment at womendontdothat.com. We love your questions and feedback. Stuff menti...
Mar 25, 2020•32 min•Ep. 41
As COVID-19 sweeps the globe it is a distressing time. We feel stressed about what is happening, how fast things are changing and the unknowns of what is to come. As we are asked or forced to socially isolate, work from home and educate our children, we are left to wonder… how? So we thought we would ask an expert for some advice, homeschooling mom Kristin Paterson. We are hearing from so many parents that they don’t know what to do. Kristin is a homeschooling mom of 4 and shares advice for adju...
Mar 20, 2020•38 min•Ep. 40
Myrrhanda and Stephanie reflect on family holidays, dealing with tough news, and the wisdom shared in our conversations with Shelly Uvanile-Hesch and Jenn Harper. We also dive into topics such as Reconciliation and ethical shopping. And we laugh a hell of a lot. Stuff mentioned in this episode: Stephanie’s new blog post on Loneliness: https://www.womendontdothat.com/post/loneliness-as-a-grown-women-making-friends-and-keeping-them Listen to the podcast with Jenn Harper here: https://www.womendont...
Mar 11, 2020•29 min•Ep. 39
What does it take to be named a 2019 Woman of the Year by Chatelaine? Well, for Jenn Harper, it was years of 80+ hour workweeks and a lot of learning and personal development. Jenn is an Anishinaabe woman and the founder of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics – a made in Canada, cruelty-free make up brand that supports education funding for First Nations youth. In this conversation with Myrrhanda, Jenn shares about her journey with alcohol, losing her brother to suicide, and the tremendous effort require...
Feb 29, 2020•34 min•Ep. 38
When you think of a truck driver you most likely picture a man. And that’s fair, because the vast majority of truck drivers in Canada are men - about 97%. In this interview we speak to a woman who wants to tackle those assumptions and shift that number to see more women embrace a career in the driver’s seat. Shelley Uvanile-Hesch is CEO of the Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada - a non-profit organization established in 2014 to encourage the employment of women in the Transportation Industry....
Feb 22, 2020•31 min•Ep. 37
