The Liquid Courage Podcast

A special episode where host Amanda Pereira shares some of the most impactful moments from Season 5.   Click below to listen to any of the episodes from 2025 on Apple Podcasts:   All Season 5 audio & video episodes http://linktr.ee/liquidcouragepodcast   Episode 61 with actor, writer, creator Paige Evans https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-61-paige-evans-actor-writer-creator/id1508353269?...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some Zevia cream soda and root beer with writer, director, and producer Clara Altimas. Clara is a writer, director, and producer originally from Montreal, now based between Toronto and Los Angeles. She serves as showrunner, executive producer, and director on Crave’s The Office Movers, created by Jay and Trey Richards, and is now working on season 3 of the series....

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some gin and sonic with actor, producer Liz Johnston. Liz is an award-winning actor and improviser from Toronto, who has performed on the renowned Second City Mainstage and as a Repertory Player at Bad Dog Theatre Company. Alongside her creative partner Ruth Goodwin, She was nominated for a Canadian Comedy Award for her co-created show Entrances & Exits, and j...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks a negroni with actor and filmmaker Chloe Van Landschoot. Chloe is an actor, filmmaker and a registered nurse, currently based out of Toronto. She stars as Kristi on MGM+’s sci-fi horror From, recently led Houston Bone’s queer horror feature Son of Sara: Volume 1, and is the creator behind the award-winning short film Tidal, now streaming on CBC Gem. She also has t...

A special episode where host Amanda Pereira shares some of the most impactful moments from each episode released in 2025.   Click below to listen to any of the episodes from 2025 on Apple Podcasts: Episode 61 with actor, writer, creator Paige Evans. Episode 62 with casting director Colleen Rush. Episode 63 with actor, writer, and content creator Julie Nolke. Episode 64 with actor, writer, producer...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks a smoothie with actor, writer, and director Nadine Djoury. Nadine is a Second City Mainstage alumna who wrote and performed in three critically acclaimed revues and recently directed Rizz the Season , playing at Second City Toronto until January 4, 2026. She currently writes for CBC’s The Great Canadian Baking Show, and co-created, wrote, and starred in ABC.com/CB...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks a Cutwater Lime Margarita with drag queen, actress, and model Makayla Couture. Makayla is a Toronto-born performer whose artistry began in the halls of Earl Haig Secondary School, where she trained as a theatre major in the Claude Watson program. After discovering drag as a powerful form of self-expression, she skyrocketed onto the national stage, being featured o...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some non-alcoholic beer with comedian Laura Ramoso. Laura is a German-Italian comedian best known for her viral online characters, including “German Mom”, “Italian Dad”, “Girl who just got back from…”, and "Chiara". She has amassed over 3 million followers, sold out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and London’s Soho Theatre, and completed a 60+ show, sold-out...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some sparkling water with actor, writer, and producer Nadine Bhabha. Nadine is an award-winning writer, actor, and producer from Toronto. She’s written for This Hour Has 22 Minutes, Children Ruin Everything, and Crave’s upcoming comedy Slo Pitch. She’s best known for her performances on Letterkenny (Hulu/Crave), The Holiday Shift (CBS), One More Time (CBC), and Th...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks a spicy margarita mocktail with actor, writer, and content creator Julie Nolke. Julie is a CSA-nominated performer and the creator of her self-titled YouTube channel with nearly 1 million subscribers. She’s best known for her viral series Explaining the Pandemic to my Past Self (~65 million views), and has earned herself multiple accolades including three Webby Aw...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some LaCroix Limoncello with casting director Colleen Rush. Colleen has been working in casting for over a decade and is the Co-Casting Director at Larissa Mair Casting & Associates. In 2024, she launched her own company, Colleen Rush Casting. A four-time Canadian Screen Award nominee and 2025 winner for her work on Late Bloomer Season 1, Colleen has cast proj...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some matcha with actor, writer, and creator Paige Evans. Paige’s work has premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, she’s won three Best Actress Awards at film festivals across the globe, and she’s built a dedicated audience of over 1.6 million followers on TikTok. You can catch her in Sorry About the Demon on Shudder, Something You Said Last Night on...

It is officially the end of Season 4 – thank you for a fantastic season!!   Thank you to… …all the fantastic guests this season …everyone who listened and watched the show …everyone who submitted prompts for Never Have I Ever …Flying Monkeys Brewery …Craig Scorgie (video edit) …Ryan Sheedy (audio editing) …Liz Bragale (behind-the-scenes, superstar)   While the podcast is in between seasons, here a...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some Christmas tea with aura photographer and the founder of Rose Aura, Evelyn Salvarinas to discuss aura readings, energy healing, and (of course) the magical world of Bravo reality TV! Evelyn is an aura photographer and the founder of Rose Aura here in Toronto. Originally from Toronto, Evelyn studied in New York City where she earned a Masters in Fine Art Histor...

In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Chelsea Larkin. Chelsea is an actress, comedian, writer and singer. She is a current cast member of Second City Toronto’s touring company, she was chosen for Just For Laughs’ New Faces: Characters showcase, and her solo show “The Chels Stands Alone” has received numerous awards including The Comedy Bar and Second City Award For Outstanding Comedy A...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some apple flavoured Crown Royal whiskey with brand and content manager Marianna Miniotis to discuss podcasts (of course!), The Sonar Network, and self confidence. Marianna is the brand and content manager at The Sonar Podcast Network, based out of Toronto. After moving to Canada from Greece at the age of 6, Marianna studied Cultural Studies & Communications a...

In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Maddy Foley. Maddy is a Toronto-based actor and writer. She co-hosts 30 Going on 13, a movie review podcast where two 30-year-olds discuss the formative teen films from the 1990s to 2000s, and how they ruined us. In January, you can catch her on-screen as Nat on the new CBC comedy One More Time, and keep an eye out for her comedy miniseries Meg, wh...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some White Claws with comedian and actor Rachelle Lauzon to discuss her stand-up career, the importance of being your own cheerleader, and astrology (obviously). Rachelle is a multi-faceted artist originally from London, Ontario who is now based in Toronto. Rachelle has performed stand-up comedy at comedy festivals including Just for Laughs Toronto, The Boston Com...

In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Tyra Sweet. Tyra is an award-nominated writer, actor, creator and host based in Toronto. She is best known for her hosting on YTV’s The Zone and Kid Food Nation: The Show. The has written on shows for Family Jr., CBC Kids, TVOKids, and AppleTV, and most recently Tyra was an associate producer on the new sci-fi comedy Davey & Jonesie’s Locker fo...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some white wine with actor and writer Lauren Collins to discuss her time on Degrassi, pregnancy and motherhood, and what it’s like to feel recognizable but not quite famous. Lauren is an actor and writer, best known for her portrayal of Paige Michalchuk on the international hit series, Degrassi. A three-time Canadian Screen Award nominee, some highlights from Laur...

In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Rosie Dempsey. Rosie is a musical comedian and writer, best known for her work as one half of the British musical comedy duo Flo & Joan. Flo & Joan has performed to audiences around the world including the Just for Laughs Montreal Comedy Festival, Melbourne Comedy Festival, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Glastonbury, and their own international...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some Caesars with comedian and actor Sarah Hillier to discuss motherhood, her dream career, and reality TV (a lot of it). Sarah is a comedian and actor currently based out of Toronto. She has been awarded multiple Canadian Comedy Awards (including Best Female Improvisor) and was also awarded Best Female Improvisor by NOW Magazine. Sarah has written and starred in...

In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Nicola Dempsey. Nicola is a musical comedian and writer, best known for her work as one half of the British musical comedy duo Flo & Joan. Flo & Joan has performed to audiences around the world including the Just for Laughs Montreal Comedy Festival, Melbourne Comedy Festival, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Glastonbury, and their own internation...

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some margaritas with actor and producer Tamara Almeida to discuss how Jane changed her life, how to nail an audition for a Hallmark movie, and everything Taurus energy. Tamara is a bilingual actor and producer currently based in Toronto. You can catch Tamara’s acting in series like Jane and the reboot of Ghostwriter (both on AppleTV+) and in films like Lifetime’s...

In today’s episode Amanda is joined by her friend Shannon Burns. Shannon is a radio show host and podcaster based out of Toronto. She currently hosts the midday show on Virgin Radio and is an Entertainment Contributor for iHeartRadio Canada. At work, Shannon interviews some of the top musical artists like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Katy Perry, Megan Trainer, Sam Smith, Miley Cyrus, and more! Alongs...