ARC*Hive Podcast

In this soul-stirring finale of Season 2 of The ARC*Hive Podcast, host Amy Rost reflects on the powerful stories, values, and lessons shared by an incredible lineup of women leaders, entrepreneurs, and community builders. From grief and burnout to business besties and brave leadership, this season brought real talk to the table—raw, honest, and transformational. Amy walks you through takeaways fro...

In this thought-provoking solo episode of The ARC*Hive Podcast, host Amy Rost invites you to redefine what leadership really means—from the inside out. Whether you're an entrepreneur, creative, educator, parent, or community builder, this episode explores how leadership begins with you, anchored in your values, resilience, and integrity. Drawing on insights from Brené Brown, Priya Parker, and Amy’...

In this powerful episode of The ARC Hive Podcast*, Amy Rost sits down with Dr. Hanaa Jimenez—visionary leadership strategist, coach, and CEO of Gold Cardinal Consulting—to unpack what it truly means to lead with courage, clarity, and conscious growth . Dr. Hanaa shares her personal and professional journey of building inclusive, high-impact organizations and empowering others to lead from a place...

In this essential episode of The ARC*Hive Podcast, host Amy Rost dives deep into one of the most pressing issues facing women today: burnout. Whether you're an entrepreneur, caregiver, Pilates professional, educator, or juggling multiple roles at once, burnout can quietly take over your life—mentally, emotionally, and physically. Amy shares the early signs of burnout, practical strategies for prev...

In this energizing episode of the ARC*Hive Podcast, Amy Rost sits down with Dr. Dayna Lee-Baggley, a workplace psychologist, author, and burnout expert, to dive into the realities of modern work culture—and what we can do to make it better. Dr. Dayna brings two decades of experience in clinical, health, and organizational psychology to the mic. Her mission? To help organizations reduce burnout, in...

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of the ARC*Hive Podcast, Amy sits down with Dr. Julie Shaw — certified grief educator, grief coach, speaker, and founder of Hello I’m Grieving — to explore the intersection of grief, identity, leadership, and community healing. Dr. Shaw brings vulnerability and wisdom to the mic, sharing her own journey through personal loss and how it reshaped her work, life...

In this powerful solo episode of the ARC*Hive Podcast, Amy Rost explores the deep impact of gratitude as a daily practice, especially during the uniquely Canadian celebration of Thanksgiving in October. You'll learn how shifting your perspective to one of gratitude and presence can change how you lead, love, and live. With insight rooted in entrepreneurship, motherhood, and community leadership, A...

In this value-packed conversation, Amy sits down with business strategist and entrepreneur Rose Napoléon to explore how clarity, creativity, and core values are the foundation of sustainable success. As the founder of Abundance Bureau, Rose has helped early-stage entrepreneurs across Canada launch high-impact offers, increase visibility, and grow with purpose — all without burnout. From her bold m...

💫 Episode Overview: In this powerful solo episode, Amy Rost challenges the ever-elusive concept of “work-life balance” and offers a bold reframe: What if the goal isn't balance… but harmony? Drawing from her lived experience as a mother of four, a Pilates studio owner, and a business coach for women entrepreneurs, Amy unpacks the myths that hold women back and shares how to create a life and busi...

💫 Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of the ARC*Hive Podcast, Amy Rost sits down with Carrie Miller Smaczny, sound healer, entrepreneur, and her own creative business bestie. Together, they explore how having a trusted partner in your business journey can fuel creativity, build resilience, and help you expand beyond your comfort zone. We’re talking about the kind of relationship that chal...

In this inspiring kickoff to Season 2 of the ARC*Hive Podcast, host Amy Rost reflects on her transformational experience attending ROI (Return on Intention)—a powerful event designed for women in business who are ready to step into their full potential. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that magic happens when we show up as our most authentic selves. Amy shares insights on what it means to lead...

🎧 Bonus Episode: What If It’s Better Than You Ever Imagined? — Lessons from ROI In This Episode: What happens when you walk straight into the fear—and find something better than you ever imagined? In this powerful bonus episode of The ARCHive Podcast*, host Amy Rost reflects on her transformational experience at ROI (Return on Investment)—a leadership and growth event that changed everything. Amy...

Season One of The ARCHive Podcast was filled with wisdom, vulnerability, and community. Now, it's time to look back, integrate, and move forward.* In this special bonus episode, host Amy Rost reflects on the show's first season, highlighting powerful takeaways from each guest, personal lessons from behind the mic, and what’s coming next for this growing hive of connection, movement, and transforma...

Can a single movement spark change in a life, a friendship, or a community? In this uplifting and powerful solo episode of The ARC*Hive Podcast, host Amy Rost explores the deep and inspiring ways that movement creates ripple effects of connection, transformation, and healing—not just in our bodies but also in our relationships, communities, and the world around us. Whether you’ve experienced a mom...

What if pelvic health wasn’t something to hide—but something to heal, empower, and celebrate? In this powerful and enlightening episode of The ARC*Hive Podcast, host Amy Rost sits down with Claire Sparrow—Second Generation Pilates Teacher, Polestar Educator, bestselling author, and founder of the Whole Body Pelvic Health Method. Claire brings over 25 years of expertise in Pilates, movement science...

Feeling the stir of something new—but not sure what comes next? In this gentle and empowering solo episode of The ARCHive Podcast*, we explore what it means to be in a season of transition, uncertainty, and growth. Sometimes we rush the outcome, but the real magic is in the unfolding. Join Amy Rost as she reflects on: 🔹 The discomfort (and power) of being in between 🔹 How to trust yourself when...

What if the key to healing isn’t just movement, but the way we connect to ourselves through it? In this episode of The ARC*Hive Podcast, host Amy Rost is joined by Susannah Steers, Integrated Movement Specialist and founder of Moving Spirit Pilates, for a powerful conversation about the wisdom of the body, the importance of embodied connection, and how movement can be a pathway to transformation....

What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t your circumstances, but the story you’ve been telling yourself about them? In this solo episode of The ARCHive Podcast*, Amy explores the inner narratives we all carry—those subtle (or loud) thoughts that quietly guide how we appear in the world. From “I’m not ready” to “I have to do it all alone,” these stories often feel like the truth. But here’s...

In this episode of The ARC*Hive Podcast, we’re joined by Jillian Gable, artist, creative guide, and founder of The Creative Haven—an art and wellness studio in Cochrane, Alberta. Jillian shares her inspiring journey of using creativity as a healing tool, and how she now helps others reconnect with their inner artist, regulate their nervous systems, and create meaningful community through expressiv...

Feeling overwhelmed by everything on your plate? You’re not alone. In this episode of The ARC*Hive Podcast , we're getting real about the constant balancing act many women face— caregiving, family, business, and the never-ending to-do list —and how self-care often falls to the bottom (or off) the list. This conversation is a gentle but honest invitation to pause and ask: What do I need, and how ca...

What does stepping into your power truly mean, aligning with your values, and illuminating your life? In this episode of The ARC*Hive Podcast, I sit down with Carmen Christensen, founder of Illuminating Coaching, to talk about confidence, self-love, and the power of community in personal growth. As a coach, leader, and space-holder for women, Carmen is passionate about helping women move beyond li...

What if the key to growth wasn’t about being perfect—but simply about showing up? In this episode of The ARC*Hive Podcast, we dive into why consistency matters more than perfection, how community holds us through the messy middle, and why vulnerability is the foundation of deeper connection. Too often, we hold ourselves back—waiting until we feel ready, waiting for the perfect plan, the perfect mo...

What if the secret to a fulfilled life was already within you—waiting to be unlocked? In this episode of The ARCHive Podcast*, I sit down with Jill Novak, an Ayurveda and Yoga Educator, to explore how we can reconnect with our innate wisdom, align with our Dharma (life purpose), and heal the divide that keeps us from living in flow . Jill is the founder of Sister Science , a transformative communi...

Turning Life’s Challenges into Powerful Lessons Struggles are part of the journey—but they don’t define us. In this episode, I’m sharing real, raw stories from my own experiences in motherhood, caregiving, and business , and the powerful lessons they’ve taught me. From burnout to balance, hustle to alignment, I’ll walk you through the mindset shifts and strategies that helped me redefine success o...

Motherhood is a journey of constant evolution. When our children grow and leave the nest, we’re left with a question many of us aren’t prepared for: What comes next for me? In this episode, I’m sharing my personal experience of raising four kids, the emotional shifts that come with an emptying nest, and how movement—especially Pilates—became my anchor during this transition. If you’re navigating t...