Say It, I Dare You

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Ashley Rowe, Founder of The New Leaf Collective, co-owner of The Brand & Bloom Studio, and a runner, athlete, and advocate. Today, we talk about the word RUNNER and it's associated judgements, connotations, and societal pressures. Ashley shares her story of her running video going viral on the wrong side of the internet, and we chat...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Ramona Saeedi, a therapist who works with couples and leads her counselling with energy and empathy, putting people and the relationships in our lives at the forefront of her focus. We talk about COUPLES THERAPY, including personal experiences, Ramona's therapist point of view, and why society views it as taboo Connect with Ramona: @ther...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Amanda Wan, full time business owner, part-time content creator, and host of Behind the Girl Boss Podcast. We talk about the term GIRL BOSS, how it's sometimes used as an insult and sometimes a compliment, and why it's important to her. Connect with Amanda: @itsamandawan Come hang with us: @sayitidareyoupod (Insta) @sayitidareyoupod...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Ashley Brodeur, a registered psychotherapist, yoga teacher, breathwork facilitator, and the founder of The Feelosophy Supportive Touch Methodology for yoga teachers and health practitioners. Today, we’re talking about the word JOY, how to find it, what it means to seek joy, and how Ashley helps her clients seek out valuable moments of happine...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Niveen, an entrepreneur with a solid gold jewelry company named Rashida, a kind soul, and a courageous woman who suggested this episode topic, knowing that she was in need of content like this when she was experiencing a miscarriage years ago. Today, we talk about the word MISCARRIAGE and all of the painful, unspoken truths of the experience...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Jordan Adrienne, fashion and beauty influencer, proud Trans woman, and kind human. Today we talk about trans Joy - specifically the joy part, because it felt important to showcase Trans lives and experiences that aren't just about her identity, but her ability to thrive and find joy amidst her transition and everyday beautiful life. We t...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Amanda Jewson, a registered social worker with a unique blend of expertise as a certified sleep consultant.  We talk about MORNING PERSON, aa phrase commonly used to belittle night owls and put pressure on those who drag their feet before the sun rises. We talk about why "morning people" are societally more accepted, how important s...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Sarah Stockdale, Founder of Growclass , marketing wizard, the host of The Growth Effect, a Globe and Mail podcast, and the Author of the popular millennial newsletter We Need to Talk About This. We talk about ASKING FOR MORE, a people-pleaser's worst nightmare and a skill many women in business have to practice. Her founder journey, upbr...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Kirsti McNabney, host of Thinking About Podcast, Freelancer, and type-A goal setter. We talk about NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS to kick off 2025, including why it's tough to talk about your deep, personal goals, how the internet influences our values, and our 2020 word of the year: joy. Connect with Kirsti: @kirstimcnabney @thinkingaboutp...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Emma Carr, a Team Ontario and Women’s National baseball player who has been in the sport since she was 4 years old. We talk about the phrase WOMEN'S SPORTS, get into equal pay, the crushed dreams of young girls, and the future of the industry, both the bright and the bleak. Connect with Emma: @eccarr20 Come hang with us: @sayitidareyoupo...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Tory, a proclaimed Butch, student, young learner of queer culture, and proud LGBTQ+ community member. Today, we are talking about the word BUTCH. traditionally associated with a masculine presenting lesbian identity, we dive into the nuances of the term, how different folks use the term in their own ways, and a quick little history lesson on...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Emily, a queer self-titled girly girl and full-time accountant, living as her hot pink loving sparkly self in a male dominated workplace and sighting gender stereotypes one crop top at a time. We talk about the words GIRLY GIRL, how it intertwines with Emily’s personal definition of queerness, and society’s weird judgemental flex about women...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Sarah Scott, an office worker by day and social media influencer tackling the societal hellscape of fatphobia and encouraging body neutrality. We talk about the word FAT, get into diet culture and generational viewpoints on bodies and beauty, and chat about how to diversify your social feeds and feel neutral, loved, and happy in any body that...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Gloria Eid, a poetry offer, life coach, and the most softly spoken human on this earth. We talk about the word DEATH and how it intertwines with grief, community, and society. Gloria shares her experience of losing her father while choosing her “yes”, and how that has shaped her view of the word death and its weight on the world. Follow Glori...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Heather, a kindness-driven old soul/dear friend to talk about the phrase HAPPY HOLIDAYS. We talk about her experience celebrating Hanukkah, the seasonal phrase from a Jewish perspective, the joyful intentions behind "Happy Holidays", and the opportunity that the holiday season brings to learn, educate, and spread cheer. *We're...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by James Dray, a Torontonian tattoo artist focused on making safe tattooing spaces for queer and trans folks. We talk about the word TATTOO (duh), get into the nitty gritty of why people have reservations or judgements, dissect where we think the stigma comes from, and chat about the historical and cultural significance of tattooing as an art fo...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Karen Chalmers, Marketing professional, Mum of two, and a loud and proud bisexual. We talk about the word BISEXUAL, how her hetero-passing marriage causes assumptions, coming out to her kids, and her "give no f*cks" era of life. - THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR - Shop 10% OFF Joni period care products at www.getjoni.com/SIIDY Follow Joni:...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Nadia Ladak, Co-Founder & CEO of Marlow, the world's first lubricated tampon. We talk about the word TAMPON, what's in your period care products, the barriers of starting a business in this industry, and where to find resources when there's nobody to talk to.  - THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR - Shop flowjo Self Care Bucket List +...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Tanushree Prasad, an Indian Immigrant living and working in London, Canada and making a mark on tech and innovation. We talk about the word IMMIGRANT, why some people politicize it, how it feels to be on the receiving end, and the hurdles that Canadian immigrants overcome to find community and culture in their new home.  - THANK YOU TO OUR SP...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Ciara Chute, Financial Operations Manager and GIC peer-pressurer. We talk about the word FINANCES, Ciara's niche money interests as a kid, emotional attachment to money, and more. Laugh and eye-roll over common advice, financial barriers, and how our own financial skeletons in our closets. Follow Ciara: @ciarachute Come hang with us: @sa...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Rosalie Tremblay-Johnstone, stand-up comedian and world-class weirdo. We talk about the word SEX, why Rosie couldn't say it for a long time, how virginity and purity play a role in its awkwardness, with a dash of patriarchy, queerness, misogyny, and small-town peer pressure added to the mix. Follow Rosie: @rosalie.sophia Come hang with u...

On this episode of Say It, I Dare You, we are joined by Bridget Boyle (my fiancée!), Student, Psychology Researcher and... vagina lover. We talk about the word VAGINA, how Bridget's small-town upbringing made the word a little weird, and some of our favourite euphemisms. Send this to someone you don't want to have "the birds and the bees" conversation with — we've got you....