Lowe Standards

In this episode, we’re talking about one of our favorite topics: books we love, books we’ll never stop recommending, and the ones that completely ruined our standards forever. We get into what we’re currently reading, the books we wish we could experience for the first time again, and our top 5 books of all time (which somehow felt more stressful to choose than expected). We also talk about the bo...

In this episode, we’re asking a question that felt a little too personal: are we truly busy… or just incredibly bad at managing our time? We get into the chaos of overcommitting , saying yes way too fast, and confusing productivity with avoidance. From calendars packed with things we didn’t even want to do to pretending we “don’t have time” for the stuff we keep avoiding, this conversation gets ve...

Welcome to the first episode of Rapid Fire Monday — where we bring the conversations we’d normally have in private straight to the podcast. This week, we’re talking about the TV shows we’re currently obsessed with, the ones we think are overrated, and the series that completely took over our lives. From binge-worthy favorites to reality TV opinions we probably shouldn’t admit, this episode is one...

In this episode, we’re joined by Jean Palacios , Founder & CEO of Artisan Aesthetics, a luxury medical aesthetics brand helping women feel confident, empowered, and informed when it comes to skincare, beauty treatments, and aging. We get into the best anti-aging treatments , skincare products worth investing in, and the everyday habits that actually make a difference for your skin. From dark c...

In this episode, we’re asking a slightly uncomfortable question… has therapy become our favorite excuse? We get into the fine line between self-awareness and over-analysis , and whether every uncomfortable feeling needs a label—or if sometimes it’s just part of being human. From “is this trauma?” to “or am I just being challenged?”, we unpack when discomfort is actually growth in disguise. We also...

In this episode, we’re joined by Fiona Lake Waslander , Cofounder & CEO of Coral and a leading voice in women’s health. With a background in tech, entrepreneurship, and advocacy, she’s on a mission to close the gap in support for women navigating midlife health. We dive into what women can actually expect during perimenopause and menopause , from hormonal shifts to changes in energy, weight, a...

In this episode, we’re asking the question everyone has an opinion on but no one fully agrees about—what even is a “summer body” anymore… and do we still want one? We get into the fine line between self-improvement and external pressure , and whether working on your body is empowering, performative… or a little bit of both. We also unpack the shift from body positivity to body neutrality , and whe...

In this episode, we’re diving into the little things that make life feel slightly more expensive—but worth it . From what actually counts as a “little luxury” to the things we’ll defend spending money on forever, we’re unpacking the habits, splurges, and small upgrades that bring us joy. We get into the generational differences—where one of us is all about quality, comfort, and practicality , and...

In this episode, we’re joined by Leigh-Ann Allaire Perrault, your go-to design BFF making DIY actually doable. With over 20 years in television, she’s known for bringing colour, creativity, and affordable style into everyday homes. We get into all things DIY and home design—from choosing the right paint colours and refreshing your space to 2026 design trends and what projects are actually worth do...

In this episode, we’re getting honest about beauty, aging, and the ever-changing standards we’re all trying to keep up with. From Botox debates to the idea of “aging gracefully,” we talk about where we draw the line—and why that line keeps moving. We share some of our best and worst beauty decisions , the trends we’ve tried (and maybe regret), and the things we’re still curious enough to experimen...

In this episode, we sit down with senior consumer marketing and communications leader Jennifer Stein, with over 23 years of experience working with major consumer brands across both agency and corporate environments. We talk about what it really took to build a successful career, how work–life balance has evolved over time, and how different generations define success, ambition, and leadership. Fr...

In this episode, we get honest (and a little unhinged) about weight, patience, and growing up in a family that loves food. Like… if good food enters the house, it’s survival of the fittest—and there’s a strong chance you might not get any. We talk about society’s obsession with weight loss and how it hits women differently across generations, how weight struggles ripple through family dynamics, an...

In this episode, we’re joined by Christina Chin, who traded a six-figure strategy consulting career for a pickleball paddle and never looked back. She’s now a 7x Canadian National Pickleball Champion, startup founder, content creator, and the internet’s favorite “corp to court” success story. We get into everything from life as a professional pickleball athlete to betting on yourself, leaving comf...

We’re auditing our friendships — and yes, it gets real. In this episode, we take a funny but honest look at the friendships in our lives and the unspoken standards we’ve been living by. We talk about seasonal friendships, how to tell when you’re growing together versus growing apart, and the small moments that quietly signal it might be time for a shift. We get into quality over quantity, why reac...

In this episode, we’re joined by Belicia Chung, who manages affiliate influencers at Amazon Canada by day and is a content creator by night in the food, beauty, fashion, and lifestyle space. We get into everything from Amazon life and influencer management to beauty hacks we swear by, hot pilates routines, and the realistic intentions we’re setting for the year ahead. Expect laughs, relatable mome...

In this episode, we’re diving into the parenting moments that shaped childhood, the lessons we carried into adulthood, and the things we’d definitely do differently if we were parenting today. From well-intentioned rules to “you’ll understand when you’re older” moments, we unpack how past parenting choices land differently through a modern lens. Expect honest reflection, generational perspective,...

“She says mother knows best… but does she really?” 👀 This is your first look at Low(e) Standards , a new mother–daughter podcast with Terri Lowe and her daughter Tyerra. From two different generations, we’re having honest, funny, and sometimes heated conversations about life, growth, and everything in between. Episode one is called “Mother Knows Best… But Does She Really?” — and this teaser is ju...