Lets Not Sugarcoat It

A busy mom of two, Gillian Behnke believes that motherhood does not have to equal exhaustion, and that is is possible to thrive mentally, emotionally, physically and professionally. She is the founder of Mom Camp, which is all about helping moms put themselves on their own priority list. Mom Camp includes weekend retreats for moms that are part relaxation and rejuvenation, part personal developmen...

Jen Bishop is an Intuitive Healer that is trained in Homeopathy and Reiki.  Her approach to healing concentrates on a MIND, BODY and SPIRIT connection understanding that our bodies only have one way to communicate with us and that is through symptoms.  The greater awareness we have of ourselves and our bodies, the easier it is to heal.  Jen is a gentle, loving and compassionate healer who cares fo...

In this episode Alex and Bella ‘get into it’ about letting go of old stories and overcoming the fear of failure and rejection. .  As humans we all have stories we tell ourselves about the meaning of people’s words and our value and worth as people. Often, letting go of these ‘faulty beliefs’ or stories that no longer serve us, is one of the biggest catalysts for personal growth.  Learn some of the...

Jenn Pike  is a Functional Medicine Diagnostic Nutritionist, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, and Medical Exercise Specialist. She specializes in women’s health and hormones and is the best selling author of  The Simplicity Project  as well as her two cookbooks The Simplicity Kitchen and The Simplicity Body. She is the founder of the global and revolutionary women’s health programs The HormonePro...

In this episode Alex and Bella "get into it" about the meaning of connection, and what it means to connect with others and ourselves . They dive into the profound impact that connection has on our relationships, experiences, and personal growth. Connection goes beyond surface-level interactions. It involves understanding and empathizing with ourselves and others.  It’s an episode all about...

Ester Pike is the CEO and founder of Fledge Solutions, a service firm dedicated to enhancing organizational success through their people. With her rich background in Occupational Psychology and expertise in psychometric assessments, she's uniquely equipped to explore the pivotal role of human factors in business success. Ester's experience with diverse organizations has shown her that your...

In this episode Bella and Alex ‘get into it’ about reclaiming your power.  So often as women and entrepreneurs we lose ourselves to marriage, motherhood, careers and more. Then one day we wake up and realize we’ve given all our power away, or poured our energy into everyone else’s cups and forgotten to fill our own. This episode is all about the work we’ve been doing recently around stepping into...

Shaune Nyrose is the VP of Brand and Communications at the KGH Foundation in Kelowna, a yogi, and a Breast cancer survivor.  In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Shauna about -the KGH Foundation  -her passion for philanthropy -her journey with breast cancer -the power of visualization  -energy management and more.  We loved hearing about Shauna’s experience as both an employee and patient. Learn...

Dana Skoglund is a Master Mindset and Health Coach and advanced yoga teacher. She combines her background in Ayurveda, yoga, Buddhism, life coaching, psychology and brain science to help ambitious women become the healthiest, happiest version of themselves by rewiring their brains. In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Dana about: -The power of the mind -Neuroplasticity -The meaning we make of oth...

As the owner of Build Your Brave Boutique, Susie Helland has created a space where women can embrace their unique beauty and foster a deep sense of body love. Her boutique serves as a platform for promoting self-acceptance and empowering women to feel confident in their own skin. Susie's impact extends beyond her boutique, as she has emerged as a prominent Okanagan influencer. Her passion for...

In this episode Alex and Bella 'get into it' on all things season two. From guests that made the most impact, to their current struggles and challenges, the sh*t show that was 2023, how they navigated their friendship challenges and more. Listen and catch up before season 2 launches in April.

Episode 61: A Green Apple A Day With Clari Clari is the mom of two toddler girls who’s learned that all women benefit from taking in valuable information from reputable sources and being open with each other about our life experiences.. Clari has owned several small businesses, and her work with women  has taught her to be inquisitive and strive for excellence. As the host of the Work It Lady Podc...

Katie, a design enthusiast from the Okanagan. Raised in a family steeped in architecture, her passion for design and creativity knows no bounds. With a keen eye for detail and an eye for creating spaces that exude both functionality and beauty, Katie’s work has been showcased on HGTV’s “Love it or List it Vancouver,” alongside renowned designer Jillian Harris. Beyond her love for design, Katie is...

Anna Lozano is a multi faceted entrepreneur for 14 years with success in product based business, network marketing and coaching space. She’s a mom to 2 girls and currently living in the Mayan Riviera Mexico.  In this episode we ‘get into it’ with Anna about: -Living her best life -Moving her family to Mexico -Her network marketing career -Building and selling a product based business Learn more ab...

Jenn Wint (she/her) is a writer, public relations specialist, and founder of WINT Communications. She is passionate about sharing stories that connect people, communities, and brands, uncovering diverse and unique perspectives. Jenn is the author of ‘Josie’s Busy Calendar,’ a self-care story for kids and a contributor to MomBabes: A Motherhood Anthology. She lives with her husband, son and daughte...

Kamila Nelson is the mom of two boys, ages 7 and 4, and a bonus mom of 3 older boys. Originally from Poland, she lived in Germany and Canada before settling in the United States. In 1999, she received a tennis scholarship to Montana State University where she met her now husband!  After returning to Canada,she went to Grant MacEwan University where she studied Holistic Health Medicine. Several yea...

In this episode we welcome sisters Dayle Sheehan and Jamie Francis, co-hosts of the podcast Proof It’s Possible . Both Dayle and Jamie aim to inspire others to live their happiest lives. Dayle’s enlightens us with her story of becoming a full-time wheelchair-user at the age of sixteen. Her story has been heard by audiences all over Canada. Dayle’s message of happiness, resiliency, and hope encoura...

Anita Parker is a dynamic force in the realm of personal development, carving her niche as a Coach and Speaker with an unwavering commitment to empowering others and creating lasting impact. As a multi-passionate entrepreneur, she seamlessly weaves her diverse skills and experiences into a tapestry of inspiration and guidance. With a keen understanding of the transformative power of coaching, Anit...

Francesca Amante is Public Speaker, Author, and luxury real estate agent in Kelowna BC. Her passion for public  speaking led her to become the world runner up speaker at the JCI World Effective Speaker Competition in 2020. Francesca is also the founder of Amante Talks, a speaking series for dynamic speakers, authors, coaches, and entrepreneurs.   Francesca’s upbringing instilled in her gratitude,...

Somm Zero was launched in August 2023 by co-founders and local sommeliers Alex Viol, John Glenn & Bobby Faurot. They specialize in the top quality no & low alcohol wine and beverages. In December, they launched SOBAR, Kelowna's first zero-proof bar. in December 2023 So far the response from the local and wider community has been phenomenal Feel free to head over to sommzero.com for mor...

In This episode we welcome back Journey Henkart. Journey is an entrepreneur who loves bringing people together from all walks of life and creating space for personal transformation through her heart-based events. She’s an international speaker, published author, Soma Breathwork Instructor, mom, wife and world traveler.  Journey has shared stages with thought leaders such as Lisa Nichols, Robin Sha...

In this episode we welcome back love and relationship expert Jaime Morgan. Jaime is a Gottman trained relationship and personal growth expert and speaker. She specializes in guiding women who have gone through divorce or break-ups to attract more love, fulfillment, and abundance into their lives. She helps them to conquer their fears, gain authentic confidence, and let go of their pasts by giving...

In this episode we welcome back three of our previous guests; Carien Wessels-Rennie , Katharina Kunz and Sanela Sehovac to help us raise a toast to 2023. Listen to us ‘get into it’ about: -t he biggest challenges we each faced this year -How we each weathered relationships with significant others -the best thing our parents ever taught us -what we each prefer to not do with your children that our...

Corinne is the proud owner and CEO of Kare Physiotherapy and has specialized in the field of pelvic floor physiotherapy for close to 30 years. She is a graduate of University of British Columbia’s School of Rehab Sciences. Corinne has worked as a physiotherapist in a myriad of health care settings in both the United States and in Canada. She has taken numerous postgraduate courses focusing on Wome...

Pamela Pearson is the Director of Operations for Sentes Automotive and has dedicated the past 15+ years to HR/team culture, event planning, IT management, facilities, and overall dealership operations. In 2007 Pamela graduated with a Bachelor of Arts & Education, taught for a year, and then realized realized that the education system was not for her. Next was a self-described failed attempt at...