The R.A.W. Podcast with Sabina Manji

We're thrilled to welcome back Dr. Brenna to the podcast for another insightful conversation. In this episode, Dr. Brenna shares her unique experiences with two pregnancies that were 10 years apart, offering a firsthand look at how healthcare and medical practices have evolved over the years. She also dives into the impact of big pharmaceutical companies on modern medicine, providing a candid...

In this episode, we’re joined by Carol Peat, a menopause expert, back by popular demand! Carol is on a mission to make sure women get accurate, reliable information about menopause—not just what they see on social media. We dive deep into the real struggles many women face, including hot flashes, dry vaginas, memory loss, and weight gain. One of the most common questions Carol gets? The "vani...

In today’s deeply moving episode, we sit down with Michelle, a Personal Support Worker (PSW) and Death Doula, to hear her powerful story of overcoming unimaginable loss. Michelle tragically lost her son, at age 29, to COVID-19, an experience that would reshape her life and ignite a passion for helping others navigate grief and loss. Through her work as a Death Doula, she now helps families and ind...

In this deeply reflective episode, I had the honor of hosting Di Riseborough, a former therapist of mine, in a poignant role reversal. Di, an incredibly powerful breath therapist, shares her journey from South Africa to Canada, touching on the challenges she faced in adapting to a new culture while staying grounded in her true self. She opens up about the profound experience of confronting the bru...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with the radiant and inspiring Jen, a fellow magazine publisher and podcast host, to discuss the raw and transformative moments of her life. Jen opens up about navigating the challenging waters of divorce  while raising four children, managing successful businesses, and maintaining unwavering faith. Her story is one of resilience—battling through moments of bei...

In this heartfelt episode of the R.A.W. Podcast, Krystal shares her inspiring journey of self-discovery, resilience, and faith. As a realtor, Krystal has experienced her own personal and professional transformations, navigating challenges with grace and courage.  Krystal opens up about her childhood, constantly moving from place to place and growing up with divorced parents, which shaped her persp...

In this powerful episode of the R.A.W. Podcast, Madison joins us to share her personal journey growing up with a father who battled bipolar disorder and depression, ultimately taking his own life. She opens up about the challenges of being a daughter in this environment, the impact of mental illness on her family, and how her faith has helped her navigate the loss and grief. Now, as a mother of tw...

In this raw and emotional episode of the R.A.W. Podcast, Amanda shares her unimaginable journey—losing her husband to suicide, caring for three daughters, and watching one of them battle cancer. The interview wasn’t easy, but sometimes the hardest stories are the most important to tell. Amanda came to this conversation with grace, even when the words didn’t always come easily. We often think we&ap...

We’re back with a powerful new episode, and you won’t want to miss it! This time, we’re joined by the inspiring Sara "Boz" Boswick, a true force in promoting confidence and self-worth. Sara opens up about her personal challenges with anxiety and the pivotal moment she chose to reevaluate her health and make lasting changes. In a period when low self-confidence left her vulnerable to a to...

Like her hair, Michelle's life has been full of colour. The entire wheel at that. From the darkest shades to the brightest of the bright, this woman has been though it all. From family secrets, hidden suicide, betrayals and more Michelle has quite the story to tell. Her love for her community and people shine through everything she does,  but you see her true colours as she lets go of false n...

Welcome back R.A.W. listeners, thank you for joining us on this weeks Really Authentic Women's podcast. It is bound to inspire! Grab your popcorn and get comfy because you'll be hanging onto every word. From being stepped over as if she was literal trash in the street, to working alongside her saviours to help bring other women to the same peace and freedom. This next guest, Michelle Boi...

We dive deep into the story of a young entrepreneur who navigates the complexities of being the black sheep in an immigrant family. With a background in physiotherapy and kinesiology, she made the bold decision to launch her own business, tackling numerous challenges along the way. From the raw moments of growing her venture and managing her control-freak tendencies, to receiving support from her...

This week on the Really Authentic Women podcast we sit down with Carol Peat, an esteemed expert in menopause, women's bodies, and hormones. Carol shares her deep knowledge on the symptoms and treatments of menopause while emphasizing the importance of creating a supportive space for women to express their concerns and personal journeys. She is passionate for self-advocacy, encouraging women t...

Welcome back to another episode of the R.A.W. podcast. We sit down with Cassandra Brunsdon, a local beekeeper, who shares the heart-wrenching yet transformative story of the fire that engulfed her shop. This event forced her to confront her fast-paced life and ultimately slow down. In a moment of sheer frustration, Cassandra smashed everything to pieces, both literally and metaphorically, and had...

In this powerful and transformative episode “Coming Home to Myself”, we sit down with Brooklyn Fay, a remarkable woman who has courageously challenged the status quo and disrupted ancestral patterns within her lineage and subcultures and breaking free from cycles of violence and abuse. Brooklyn shares her incredible story of overcoming addiction, having been sober since 2017. She opens up about he...

In this compelling episode of the "Really Authentic Women" podcast, we're joined by a truly inspiring guest, Scott Creek. Scott bravely shares his story of facing the harsh realities of alcoholism and the transformative journey of finding faith. We talk about the deep void he felt in his own home due to his actions, the misguided belief that hard work justified hard partying, and th...

Welcome back R.A.W. listeners! Thank you for joining us on the next episode of the podcast with our special guest and another member of our Really Authentic Women, Monique Legault!  With raw honesty, she shares her experiences growing up in a strict household, navigating a difficult childhood marked by intense parental control, and how these challenges have shaped her approach to life, empathy, an...

Welcome back R.A.W. listeners! Thank you for joining us on the next episode of the podcast with our special guest and another member of our Really Authentic Women, Marcy Demelo!  We sit down and dive deep into Marcy's personal journey towards self-love, the transformative power of prayer, and how faith has been her guiding light through life's challenges. Marcy shares her insights on the...

In this empowering episode of the Really Authentic Women Podcast, we're thrilled to welcome a truly remarkable guest, Carolynn Conron. Carolynn is not only a distinguished criminal defence lawyer but also a fervent advocate for social causes, most notably her participation in this year's Fight To End Homelessness.  One of the most compelling aspects of our discussion revolves around Caro...

Welcome back R.A.W. listeners! Thank you for joining us on our next episode of the podcast with our special guest and another member of our Really Authentic Women, Kathryn White! We are so honoured to have her on the podcast and invite you to get comfy and relax into this vulnerable talk.  As a cancer survivor herself, Kathryn offers a unique perspective on healthy living and the challenges of fac...

TRIGGER WARNING!  Welcome back R.A.W. listeners! Thank you for joining us on our next episode of the podcast with our special guest and another member of our Really Authentic Women, Kristine Rafanan! We are so honoured to have her on the podcast and invite you to get comfy and relax into this vulnerable talk.  Kristine delves into the transformative journey of overcoming trauma, evolving as a pers...

Welcome back R.A.W. listeners! Thank you for joining us on our next episode of the podcast with our special guest and another member of our Really Authentic Women, Ali El-Ayoubi! We are so honoured to have her on the podcast and invite you to get comfy and relax into this vulnerable talk.   Join us through inspiring journey of a remarkable guest who shares her experiences in the nursing profession...

Welcome back R.A.W. listeners! Thank you for joining us on our next episode of the podcast with our special guest and another member of our Really Authentic Men, Joe Preston! We are so honoured to have her on the podcast and invite you to get comfy and relax into this vulnerable talk.  Preston  shares with us his personal journey of love, understanding, and resilience. From marrying his new wife,...

Welcome back R.A.W. listeners! Thank you for joining us on our next episode of the podcast with our special guest and another member of our Really Authentic Women, Dr. Brenna Kaschor. We sit down with Dr. Brenna & chat about tough life events, resiliency & building her life back up. She reminds us when life situations break you down, it is important to take care of yourself & act in wa...

Welcome back R.A.W. listeners! Thank you for joining us on our next episode, and first episode of 2024 with our really special guest and another member for our Really Authentic Men, Rob Hogendoorn. As a pastor we chat about how being authentic in the spotlight is JUST as important as in the dark, and how trusting God's plan will not only help you navigate challenges that arise in your life, b...