The Honest Talk Podcast
1) Lieutenant-General Lise Bourgon reflects on a career of firsts in the Canadian Armed Forces
Today's guest is the kind of woman who doesn’t just break glass ceilings – she crushes them under her combat boots. Lieutenant-General Lise Bourgon is a trailblazer in uniform, and was one of the high...Show More
2) Mante Molepo on the future of DEI – and why leaders can’t look away
In this episode of The Honest Talk, we’re switching things up – no personality profile, no spotlight interview. Instead, we’re having a conversation about conversations. It’s a delicate time in histo...Show More
3) Former BC Premier Christy Clark talks politics, parenting, and the double standards faced by female leaders
Today on the show, we’re joined by a trailblazer in Canadian politics – Christy Clark. Christy made history as the 35th premier of British Columbia and became the first woman in the province to be ele...Show More
4) Canadian Jazz singer Holly Cole takes us behind the music
We're stepping into the sultry, smoky world of jazz in this episode — and who better to guide us than the incomparable Holly Cole? Known for her distinctive voice and unforgettable style, Holly has be...Show More
5) On the track with Nicole Havrda: Canada’s rising F1 Academy star
Canada's Nicole Havrda is burning up the race track for F1 Academy here at home, but also right around the world. She is a rising force in motor sport, she's a young driver, she's very fast, and she i...Show More
6) RBC's Kim Mason chats leadership, reinvention, and the power of accepting help
From starting out at RBC to becoming Executive VP and Head of Private Banking, Kim Mason has climbed the corporate ladder with purpose – and more than a few reinventions along the way. She’s been nam...Show More
7) The ‘Roots' of reinvention: Meghan Roach on leading an iconic Canadian brand
Meghan Roach may just have one of the coolest jobs in Canada. She's the president and CEO of Roots, the iconic Canadian brand, which is known for its leather, its cabin vibes and the timeless sweats w...Show More
8) From prison psychologist to Canadian Ambassador: Inside Marcy Grossman's incredible career journey
Today on the podcast, we're joined by a truly fascinating guest — Marcy Grossman, Canada’s first female Jewish ambassador to the United Arab Emirates. Marcy’s career in diplomacy is impressive on its ...Show More
9) Jen & Catherine: From hockey night to election night, and celebrating women athletes
Jen and Catherine are back for another catch-up episode! In today’s chat, they reflect on a busy week in Toronto, from election night insights to attending a cut-throat Sens vs. Leafs hockey game. The...Show More
10) Christina Litz – President of the Northern Super League
Women’s sports are having a moment – and in Canada, that momentum is only growing. From the rise of women’s hockey to the launch of a brand-new professional soccer league, the game is changing fast. ...Show More