Julie McCarthy: Jewels Says

Jewels says jerks abound and betrayal stings, but most people really are kind and generous – even in a big city. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode References: CEO Pay has Skyrocketed 1,460% Since 1978 Female Athletes are Undervalued - Forbes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says trust your gut when it comes to personal and professional relationships. If something seems off or too good to be true, it probably is.  She’d love to share your scam story, whether you foiled or fell for a scammer. We learn from each other. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays References from this episode: Beware of Scams! Action Fraud UK The FBI Internet Crime Center Ca...

Jewels says she doesn't care where a ball goes, is afraid of heights but she DOES love a kitchen table chat, especially when the young people join in. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jewelssays/ Email: jewelssays@gmail.com Episode References: Letterkenny Bugs Bunny as Leopold Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says she and Abe are thinking of ditching a couple of winter months and working from somewhere warm, but in the meantime, they need to enjoy summer before it’s gone. That includes seeing the Barbie moving everyone’s raving about. Plus, what it's like working for a US company. Email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jewelssays/ Referenced in this episode: Barbie Expo...

Jewels says she didn't think family vacations mattered until it was too late, and it really is too late, at least for her.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says bigger isn’t always better, she loves a small live venue and the audience is rooting for you if you have the mic, so don’t blame them if they don’t laugh at your jokes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says babies are not a blank slate for you to mold, parents make mistakes and can learn a lot from their children, and everyone who told her those years would fly by was right. She's one lucky mum.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says there’s no joy like comedy, music and uninhibited dancing, even if you’re just watching. A few mentions: Hollywood Nights 1980 Andrew Johnston Tricia Black Kalie Woodcock with ASAP Science - A Star is Born Your Dance Class Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says some vermin aren't as bad as they seem and sometimes there's a price to pay for peace.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says we may have evolved from chimps but we don’t have to act like them and qualities such as competitiveness and stoicism are essential in the right context. References: Chimp Empire APA issues Guidelines for Practice with Men and Boys If ... by Rudyard Kipling Brownsville In, Violence Out Confessions by Tim Minchin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels has a chat with her funny, fab, fun friend Andrew about Lady Dicks, the far reaching impact of the writers' strike and what's up in Toronto this month, including Andrew's Legend's Ball - the new Bitch Salad. References from this episode: Andrew's Legend's Ball Andrew on Twitter: @mandrewbrawnston Joan Smith and the Jane Does Joan on Twitter: @joansmithandthejanedoes The Duchess Hosted on Ac...

Jewels says she misses being needed, reminisces about when she was needed and appreciates how relaxing not being needed can be – partly because it makes mortality less ominous. References: Ceol Kids Community Music Schools of Toronto Andrew Johnston on Instagram William Shatner - You'll Have Time  from the album Has Been Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says she might be cursed. Is incompetence the norm? Is it just her imagination? Can dermatologists diagnose anything other than skin cancer? Are all the jobs really only available online? So many questions. For a great night, check out Choir! Choir! Choir! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says don't ask for her opinion if you don't want the truth, especially when it comes to her cubs.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says a lot has changed since she was young and chats with her almost-12-year-old niece, Sammie, about how much society has changed and how different her life is than Jewels’ life was waaaaay back in the olden days. Referenced in this episode: Sammie’s championship goal Bobbi Gibb and Kathrine Switzer Abigail Hoffman Hayley Wickenheiser Sarah Nurse Billie Jean King - Battle of the Sexes Host...

Jewels says life is not fair and sometimes much shorter than it should be. Her daughter Joanne reminisces about a friend who meant so much to so many people.  References from this episode: Ceol Kids Hot Docs TIFF SWIFF Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels has a chat with a fascinating man of many talents, JP Castlin. We talk about lawyers, the challenge of changing careers, trying to identify what’s important in life, inclusivity, kindness, and the value of your partner’s happiness. Episode References: The Last of Us The Tyranny of the Plan Shakespeare: Henry VI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says technology is a double edged sword that offers safety and evidence but comes with risks, especially for young people. She's glad there's no record of all the dumb opinions and mistakes she made in her youth. Though she's messing that up now, isn't she? Recommended Podcast Episode: Hidden Brain - How to Make Amends Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says it’s doggone impossible to not love a dog, even though she and Abe are probably not ready for that much responsibility yet. Mentioned in this episode: Doggone Impossible Cleaning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says her skiing and skating ability is a disgrace to Canada even though they might make winter more palatable and she’s not comfortable accepting extreme generosity. Recommendations in this episode: Mary Wong The Man Enough Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says she hopes Fenna Grace doesn’t take three years to feel comfortable with Grandmother and reminisces about a most fabulous birthday spent with Violet, Katherine and some famous people she didn’t know were famous -  TEN years ago.  Time does fly.  Let's Dance! Kath and Dolly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says she's guilty of holding mums to a higher standard than dads even though it's not fair and if you’ve had to distance yourself from toxic family members, you're not alone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says it’s been quite a week. Kerrie’s Clinique de Mode Midtown is open, Choir! Choir! Choir! held their first post pandemic Clinton’s pub show before they head out on tour in the UK and Welcome to Chippendale’s has Jewels reflecting on sexy dancing.  Clinique de Mode Midtown Choir! Choir! Choir!   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says celebrating women doesn't diminish men, anticipation is better than a surprise, her friend, The Terminator, is good for morale and Thundersnow is the superhero we all need. Plus an encounter with a hot-headed hockey boy, a wish for just one casket quality photo and @JPCastlin's Twitter takeover. References from this episode: JP Castlin The Man Enough Podcast Jackson Katz Videogame: It...

Jewels says she had the BEST weekend, we are all complex beasts and insurance companies should call themselves premium collectors.  Recommendations: Hamilton and Rock of Ages in Toronto (or anywhere!) Glitter Room How to say no     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.