Chatter and Laughs

Did you know that 57% of Canadians don't have a will? Erin Bury from Willful joins me on the podcast this month and provides so much insight into why that is the case and the repercussions that come with it. We chat about so much, including the importance of honouring our parents' legacies in an era of increasing life expectancy, the common misconceptions when it comes ot creating a Will,...

Marie Potter shares her insights from over 20 years of Professional Organizing experience. We dive into so much, including strategies on how to handle procrastination, how to get your kids involved, how to master digital decluttering, how to become an eco-conscious organizer and so much more! Tune in to the episode and reach out to Marie for a 30-minute consultation at mariepotter.ca - ———————————...

Rosemarie Reid-Julien, the owner of Beyond the Classroom in North Brampton, shares her insights and experiences as an entrepreneur in education, as well as the unique tutoring approach of Beyond the Classroom. We delve into several topics, including the current student gaps she has observed, the importance of parent-school communication, and how self-esteem plays a significant role in tutoring. We...

After 20 years in film, television and theatre, Dave has so much insight to share. We talk about his roots in community theatre and the impact and necessity of community theatre today. We talk about his ongoing work as an Artistic Director and Coach at 102 Actors Lab. We talk about the upcoming feature film that he co-wrote, co-produced and co-directed with longtime creative partner, Adam Belanger...

Sophie shares so much of her expertise from her journey with The Thoughtful Co ., A company that supports women in negotiating their compensation and advises employers on advancing gender equity. We chat about the most common challenges that women face during contract negotiations, the red flags they should be looking for when reviewing contracts, and a few great tips for women who are renegotiati...

Shona Cruz joins me on the podcast this month and shares so much insight on her role as a Strategic Wardrobe Specialist for leaders. We dive into so much, including her career journey, the impact of personal style on leadership and why perception matters more than ever.  We chat about the benefits of chromatic strategy, decision fatigue, common styling mistakes, key pieces for a Professional Women...

Farah Nasser joins me on the podcast this month. We dive into so much, including her career journey as an award-winning Journalist, what it felt like when she reached the pinnacle of her career and the dangerous rise of misinformation. We discuss her TEDx talk on The Power of Intellectual Humility and how it relates to today's news cycle and what's happening in Gaza. Farah shares her devastating e...

Osob, the Founder of Osobelle Tea Co. shares her expertise and insight on the topic of tea. We chat about so much, including the different types of tea, the health benefits, why climate and region plays a large role in the quality of tea. We talk about the social impact, the longevity, the traditions and the connectiveness that goes along with tea. Osob also provides feedback on how to choose a go...

Sam has worked in the tourist management and hospitality industry for over 20 years. He shares a lot of great insights on the industry and what venues should focus on when accommodating guests with disabilities. We chat about so many things, including his award from President Obama in 2015, as well as his passion for sports, especially rally driving. One day, Sam hopes to be the first physically c...

Dr. Wright is dedicated to helping women in midlife move from feeling tired, puffy and foggy, to showing up for who and what they love with energy, clarity and confidence. We chat about so much including Perimenopause and Menopause, the challenges that women face, the actions we can take٫ the importance of muscle mass and so much more! ——————————————————-Chatter and Laughs podcast © Rima Maamari [...

I sit down for a chat with Registered Psychotherapist, Katie Mead. She shares her insight and advice on the topic of teens and mental health, a niche that she focuses on within her practice. We cover a wide range of topics, including alarming statistics on mental health among teenagers, the impact of social media, the need for government services and so much more. Katie offers some great tips for...

After serving over 30 years with the York Regional Police, Sherwin shares his insights and journey. In this episode, we discuss preventive measures for car theft and break-ins, misconceptions about police officers, pet peeves, moments that stand out, and much more! - Shout out to our sponsor, Meraki Designs for providing Chatter and Laughs listeners with a 10% discount. Just mention the promo code...

Mary shares her Journey and path that led her to found ⁠ WaterSafe Kenya⁠ - a program that builds confidence and a life-long skill and love of water for infants, toddlers, children, and adults alike! It is truly amazing to watch the videos of tiny children floating and swimming in the water after taking the course. We chat about so much including the topic of Water Safety and swimming in general....

Julie shares her entrepreneurial journey with Mabel's Labels over the past 20 years. We dive into so much during the podcast, including the impact of the pandemic on the brand, the power of PR & Social Media, and how both have played such a crucial role in the company's growth. We chat about entrepreneurs and moms and the power the community can have when it gets together. We chat about her recent...

Julie Labrie has been in the recruitment industry for over 20 years. She shares her journey, her input and advice for both employers and candidates. Among other things, we discuss the impact of the pandemic on the work force, the rise of remote work, and much more! Julie is the President of BlueSky Personnel Solutions, one of Canada's top award winning recruitment agencies specializing in French/B...

Sandra Gabriel is the Founder of Gabriel PR, Canada’s top, Black-female-owned, Digital PR & Branding agency. We chat about her journey in PR and she shares her insight and tips for brands who want to emphasize their presence online. We chat about her cancer diagnosis, her ongoing faith and how it led her to create the podcast, Christianpreneurs. We chat about a lot! Tune in to hear it all………………………...

Richard and Kelly Ramcharitar are the Founders of Love, Logic, Compassion Farms, a Health Canada Licensed Producer of Cannabis, grown completely naturally without chemical fertilizers or pesticides. ———————They sat down with me to chat about the stigma around cannabis, the challenges they’ve faced, the myths, the misconceptions and so much more! —-Tune in to hear all about their story and for thos...

Lindsay shares her journey and insight as a librarian, editor and freelance writer. She has a special interest in zines, which we chat about, as well as her passion and expertise on Nicolas Cage! Lindsay’s book National Treasure: Nicolas Cage was named one of the top books of 2015 by the National Post. And for all you Winona Ryder fans, Lindsay also co-hosts the podcast Winona Forever. Check it ou...

Brampton Regional Councillor Rowena Santos shares her thoughts and insights on her role as Councillor. We chat about her journey, the impacts of the pandemic, mental health, the many resources for residents in Brampton, what it’s been like working alongside Mayor Patrick Brown and so much more! ———————————————————-Chatter and Laughs podcast © Rima Maamari [2020]. All rights reserved. Any unauthori...

Mike has been in the radio and broadcasting industry for 20 years and recently made his NHL debut calling a few games on Sportsnet. We talk about the radio industry as a whole, its resilience, his experience as a morning show host, advice for people just starting out in radio, and so much more! ———————————————————————Chatter and Laughs podcast © Rima Maamari [2020]. All rights reserved. Any unauth...

***The following episode contains some graphic discussion of sexual assault which may be triggering to some viewers. ***_______________Richie is a critically acclaimed, award-winning Film Director and Writer who's been in the industry for over 20 years. His most recent work, the Netflix series, Delhi Crime (based on the aftermath of the 2012 gang rape in New Delhi), won The International Emmy in 2...

Candice is an award-winning Environmental Journalist and the Founder of The Eco Hub, a website that provides readers with tips and advice on how to navigate an eco-friendly living. She shares her eco-journey with us over the last 20 years and we have a candid discussion about climate change, the impact of plastic on our environment and what we can do as individuals and organizations to help make a...

Tanya and Livia founded their boutique PR firm, On Q Communications back in 2004. 17 years later On Q continues to thrive and has evolved into a PR and Social Media Marketing firm. We talk about their journey, what it was like starting a PR firm in your early twenties, the challenges they faced, how the industry has changed, PR tips for brands today and so much more! ----Chatter and Laughs podcast...

Melodie shares her journey and story with us from Elementary Teacher to Reiki Healer, Yoga Instructor and overall Wellness Advocate. We talk about why she decided to step away from the classroom and how her skills have evolved into other areas. She shares her knowledge about the history of Reiki and its benefits overall as well as resources that she has read or listened to over the years throughou...

Cathy has been in the finance industry for 20 years. She shares her insight and expertise on how to safeguard your finances during the pandemic, what the stock market is, the topic of women and finance, tips on how to get into the world of investing and so much more.  ----————--------Chatter and Laughs podcast © Rima Maamari [2020]. All rights reserved. Any unauthorized redistribution or reproduct...