Julie McCarthy: Jewels Says

Jewels says some of life's seemingly ordinary milestones and transitions are a bigger deal than we realize at the time.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says some of us worry about our own shelf life when public female figures are fired before they’re old enough to retire, and shares some of her early days of being undervalued and underpaid. Maybe you can relate. Mentions: Lisa Laflamme Dove Canada - #KeeptheGrey Catalyst.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says when you try something new, an open mind can become a changed mind. She talks about some of the challenges of being an employee, her disappointment at not being laid off when she moved to Toronto and the value of keeping meticulous records and seeking expert advice if things get so bad you desperately want to resign. UK - Unfair and Construction Dismissal What is Constructive Dismissal...

Jewels says teens have a lot to offer and we should respect, welcome them and give them the benefit of the doubt. Her middle daughter, Joanne, shares her perspective as a teacher, and of course we slide into a bit of a parenting debate.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says finding her friend and daughters’ childhood caregiver, Val, was a lucky gift and reminisces a bit about those early days juggling childcare and work. Abe returns to talk about the unexpected neighbourhood buzz about our front garden and a visit from one particularly interesting character, who may or may not have put a hex on Julie.  Plus a facial filler update now that the swelling is...

Jewels says she’s learned to trust her gut, she was probably too compliant as a child and shares a terrifying dream about Jesus. Grandfather Abe tells us about the most FABULOUS woman he met on a flight from Montreal and possible plots to get his DNA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says she's glad we have the choice to keep our real name, even though it might not be such a bad idea to anonymize oneself, and shares some fun anecdotes about the trials of going back to her original self.     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says the way to a man's heart is through his libido and the way to a woman's libido is through her heart. She has a candid chat with love and relationship therapist, Natasha Silverman, about some myths, tropes and truth when it comes to sexual desire in committed relationships. Learn more at: natashasilverman.com Instagram: @tashathelovetherapist Twitter: @TashaSilverman Hosted on Acast. Se...

Jewels says you’ll earn some respect if you’re direct, people will believe anything if you say it with a straight face and sometimes you just have to have fun with sexist tropes. Plus a work story from 1988. Oh, and if you're ever in Toronto during the summer, check out the Toronto Islands.  Episode mentions: Twitter: @manwhohasitall Podcast: The Man Enough Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Jewels says the Pride celebrations are joyous, but for how long? She chats with LA based comedian Andrew Johnston about the choppy path of progress, some of the factual inspirations for Margaret Atwood's 'The Handmaid's Tale' and why some of our fears may be unfounded. Instagram: @mandrewbrawnston Twitter: @_andrewjohnston Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says you MUST see Katherine Ryan's show, MISSUS, if you possibly can, for her limited Canadian engagements this summer. Plus she spills all the tea on her recent cosmetic procedure, since we should be transparent about these things, and special guest Kerrie Ryan (@kerriemarieryan) answers some questions about cosmetic treatment options and cost. Kerrie's clinic: Clinique de Mode (@cliniqued...

Jewels says she underestimated the influence of fathers when she was young, and chats with her friend Paula about what it was like growing up with two completely different dads.  Happy Fathers' Day to the dads, step dads and role models who step up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says it's nice to see people celebrating en masse for a change, even though some people think the existence of a monarchy is perhaps outdated.  Plus some listeners' emails.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says she's resumed liar training, the prolonged lockdowns may have caused some social anxiety, and she wouldn't wish drinker's remorse on anyone.  Plus she shares some emails and unprofessional advice. Mentioned in this episode: (ISC)² UK Cybersecurity Free Certification Exams and Education Opportunities Voice Master David Smukler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says we should verbalize the nice things we think about others, work relationships matter too and it shouldn’t be so difficult to stand up for ourselves or to listen and learn. Even if we decide not to report certain transgressions, we should at LEAST talk about them to raise awareness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says there are a lot of fabulous women in the world, rude behaviour feels horrible on both sides and every job has its challenges, so best to focus on doing the best job possible, and enjoy the fun, funny bits and remind yourself that one thing you can count on is change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says she really didn’t notice sexism when she was immersed in it in the olden days, some people still haven’t learned to accept others’ choices and even your nan probably has secrets that might surprise you. Aftershock (documentary) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says that visiting grandchildren, accepting an insult as a compliment and celebrating Mothers Day at Hooters can all be so much fun.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says online safety shouldn’t have been an afterthought, and explains why she prefers transit over taxis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julie says you need to make time for fun no matter how busy you are and she's been thinking about her Ukrainian neighbour a lot lately. She’s surprised that a few listeners don’t already subscribe to Katherine Ryan’s podcast, Telling Everybody Everything . Then again, she doesn’t really promote it, does she?    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says a 10 hour a day job may have been good for her sanity, you need to make time for the things you love while you're young and a full beer bottle is a remarkably effective projectile. Podcast mentions: Canadian Women's Foundation Good Enough Live Karaoke (GELK) Instagram: @goodenoughlivekaraoke     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says she lived with Robyn and her husband for so long while working in Sarnia, that she started calling Robyn her sister wife. Julie chats with Robyn about how she managed side businesses over the years, and most especially, her current pride and joy - Black Gold Brewery in Petrolia , Ontario - a small tourist town not far from Sarnia, and where Grandfather Abe was born.     Hosted on Acast...

Jewels says we all play a role in developing children's social skills, whether we are aware of it or not. Plus she recommends a podcast and gives some unprofessional advice. Podcast: Boys Like Me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says it's risky not to teach children about sex, shares how she was taught in the olden days and a bit about the current Ontario curriculum. Plus the fabulous Kerrie weighs in on how she learned about it in the 90s.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewels says she's still paying for her bad attitude as a teen, but Grandfather Abe's mum took nothing for granted. Stay in school if you can, kids, and don't rule out learning a trade. Praise the trades!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.