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Happy to See Me with Erika Casupanan

Feeling overlooked, underestimated or like you’re dimming your light just to fit in? Not here! Hosted by Erika Casupanan, the underestimated winner of Survivor 41, Happy to See Me is your weekly reminder that you’re more capable than you’ve been led to believe. It’s your dose of confidence, clarity and ‘OMG I can do this!’ energy. Every Monday, Erika sits down with guests from pop culture and beyond who have turned doubt and adversity into personal power. Through raw stories, heartfelt conversations, mindset shifts and expert insights, you’ll learn how to trust yourself and step into the versi...

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Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Breast cancer beyond pink ribbons with Kimiko Tobimatsu 02.10.2023

Kimiko Tobimatsu (author of Kimiko Does Cancer) was diagnosed with breast cancer at just 25. She quickly learned that the breast cancer experience was more than runs for the cure and pink ribbons, especially as a queer and mixed race woman. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Alex Duggan of the Traitors AU proves there’s a gamer behind her nice smile 25.09.2023

Alex Duggan (winner of Traitors Australia season one) proved there's a gamer behind her kind smile. Alex talks about the psychological rollercoaster of the Traitors, navigating online trolls after her win and having her cute couple photos shared on TV. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Sharleen Joynt and Andy Levine on imposter syndrome and dating advice 18.09.2023

Sharleen Joynt and Andy Levine are partners in marriage and co-hosts of the Dear Shandy podcast. The pair join Erika to talk about what Sharleen learned as a contestant on the Bachelor and the host of Bachelor in Paradise Canada. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Be delusional! A winners’ heart-to-heart with Kristie Bennett 11.09.2023

It's a winners heart-to-heart with Australian Survivor 2016 champ Kristie Bennett. It turns out Kristie and Erika live parallel lives! Kristie talks about discovering Survivor when she was 8 years old and her iconic final immunity and tribal council. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Tell your story proudly: Public speaking advice with Priya Sam 24.07.2023

Time for public speaking advice! Priya Sam is a former journalist turned storytelling expert, podcast creator and keynote speaking coach. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Birthday special! Erika answers your questions 17.07.2023

It's time for Erika to answer YOUR questions. In this special birthday ep, Erika is joined by her little sister Krystle. Erika answers your questions about podcasting, the highs and lows of last year, kpop and whether or not she'd return to Survivor. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Mystic Michaela helps you discover your aura colours 10.07.2023

Mystic Michaela is a fourth generation psychic medium who specializes in reading auras. In this episode, Michaela opens up about leaving her teaching career to pursue spiritual work, and overcoming all the judgment that comes with it. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Catherine Wreford and Craig Ramsay on friendship in the face of terminal cancer 03.07.2023

Amazing Race Canada winners Catherine Wreford and Craig Ramsay have one of the most inspirational stories in reality TV history. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Madelyn Chung is changing the way we see Asian women 26.06.2023

Hearing too many "innocent" Asian jokes growing up propelled Madelyn Chung into a career dedicated to uplifting others. Madelyn is the founder of the RepresentASIAN Project, a psychotherapist and journalist. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

How Juice Boxx bounced back from being first boot 19.06.2023

Juice Boxx aka the Porkchop of Canada is here! Juice was the first queen ever eliminated from Canada's Drag Race. This week, we talk about Juice's on-screen panic attack, bouncing back after being first boot and learning to be happy with enough. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

TV producer Mike Yerxa on what he’d change about reality shows 12.06.2023

Millennials might remember Mike Yerxa from 1 Girl, 5 Gays. Now he's a reality TV producer, casting director and storyteller behind some of your favourite unscripted shows. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Masterchef Canada’s Marissa Leon-John is proudly queer all year 05.06.2023

Marissa Leon-John is best known for her two visits to the Masterchef Canada kitchen, but this self-taught chef has lived a life of authenticity long before her time on reality TV. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

BBCAN legend Neda Kalantar on letting go of the pressure to prove herself 29.05.2023

Neda Kalantar is here for her first interview in six years (!!!). She opens up about how the hate she received after Big Brother Canada season 2 impacted the way she approached the game in season 5. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Pro gamer and King of the Nerds champ Celeste Anderson on fighting to feel worthy 15.05.2023

Celeste Anderson is a professional gamer and the first winner of the reality show King of the Nerds back in 2013. She opens up about backlash after winning the competition and being under-edited. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Survivor icon Tai Trang on his refugee journey to America 08.05.2023

The iconic Tai Trang of Survivor: Kaôh Rōng and Survivor: Game Changers shares his story of moving to the US as a Vietnamese refugee. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Psychologist Dr. Kevin Nadal on Filipinos in North American media 01.05.2023

Filipino-American Dr. Kevin Nadal is a psychologist and a leading researcher in understanding the impacts of microaggressions. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Olympic boxer Mandy Bujold on fighting for equity in women’s sports 24.04.2023

Olympic boxer Mandy Bujold may have 169 amateur bouts under her belt, but she's fought for years beyond the boxing ring. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Survivor fave Todd Herzog on overcoming addiction and achieving dreams 17.04.2023

Todd Herzog, winner of Survivor China and Erika's all-time favourite Survivor player, talks about having his life dream come true at the age of 22. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Bachelor Nation’s Sydney Lotuaco on finding love on her own timeline 10.04.2023

Before Sydney Lotuaco appeared on the Bachelor and Bachelor in Paradise, she had never had a boyfriend. In spite of not having romantic relationship experience, she always stuck up for herself and knew her worth. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Makayla Couture on her trans journey, drag families and self love 03.04.2023

At just 20 years old, drag performer Makayla Couture is a force to be reckoned with. Makayla made an impact as the teenage makeover candidate on Canada's Drag Race S2E8. She went on the compete on Call Me Mother where she made it to the finale. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Disability advocate Taylor Lindsay-Noel on thriving after tragedy 03.04.2023

Taylor Lindsay-Noel of Access By Tay has never let her wheelchair slow her down. Taylor is a disability advocate, CEO, motivational speaker and content creator known for her accessibility reviews of restaurants. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Mitch Moffit of AsapSCIENCE on YouTube careers and reality TV dreams 20.03.2023

Mitch Moffit is one half of AsapSCIENCE aka one of most successful YouTube channels ever. It took him a decade to truly believe that YouTube was his job. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

The astronomical Snarky Marky on Tiktok fame as an introverted student 13.03.2023

Most folks discovered Snarky Marky on TikTok when the volume on the bus was ASTRONOMICAL. Turns out, this comedy content creator with millions of followers is actually very introverted. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Viral YouTube sensation Julie Nolke on perseverance and being a funny woman 06.03.2023

Actress, comedy writer and YouTube creator Julie Nolke is hilarious and inspiring. Most people know her from the viral YouTube series Explaining the Pandemic to My Past Self. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Survivor bestie Heather Aldret on being invisible and developing empathy 27.02.2023

It's your favourite purple duo! Survivor bestie Heather Aldret is here to talk about what you didn't see on Survivor 41. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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