The Papaya Podcast

If you saw Ceci on social media, you probably wouldn’t guess or even imagine this mother of 6 and the reality that was her life before. That’s because Ceci Hendrickson grew up in a cult where it was all she knew. She was married, had children, but had nagging questions along the way about the constant changing rules and her reality inside a cult. Listen as Ceci shares her incredible story of break...

While in LA, we sit down with Tiktok & IG Star, Ellie Zeiler! Ellie rose to fame over the pandemic by sharing about her life and navigating the teen years while also working with major brands, and discussing topics from politics to what’s for dinner. Now, Ellie boasts over 12.5 Million followers across platforms. We talk about her rise to fame, living on her own now and the reality of how she...

Today’s episode is co-hosted by Drag Race superfan  @Neighbourbecci  as we welcome  @KendallGender  to the show to talk about their experience on Canada’s Drag Race & beyond. We talk about how life is for them now, and how we can help support the drag community in the current misinformation & hate directed towards the community. Kendall is known for being on season 2 of Canada’s Drag race...

As a young woman, Georgie faced cancer twice. Her body changed before her eyes, as she was faced with the battle for her life all while being congratulated for her thinness (we know, we’re rolling our eyes too). Diet culture and health intersect in Georgie’s story as she shares the lessons she learned from her fight with cancer, including the ebbs and flows of a body and a purpose BEYOND just losi...

For Jemma’s 15th birthday we took a trip to the not-so-sunny LA, to explore, go to disneyland, and pop into the podcast studio! What was meant to be a quick little segment with Jemma, ended up a podcast where we discussed our time down there, the stuff that freaks us out (like bluetooth….!??!) and Alicia and I are reminded that we’re just ok in the eyes of a Gen Z kid. Jemma brings her dry humour...

After a decade with an eating disorder, Julia dedicated much of her career to helping others heal and find body acceptance. Right now, the pendulum is swinging so hard and many are struggling to find their place. What do we do with these temptations, thoughts and wonderings around a culture obsessed with being thinner, even at the expense of health? Then, we dive into the most searched thing about...

A big breakup, life shift, full-time career, PLUS a side gig of passion alongside a diagnosis of autism. Taylor Patrick has been doing and feeling it all. Today we sit down as Taylor shares about the highs and lows of life with autism, how a diagnosis made a difference, plus how it’s lended itself to her attention to detail with her small business: Shop Taylor X Patrick. From trusting new romance,...

“Daddy Issues” started as an anonymous meme page on instagram that quickly rose to fame and fandom (5.4 Million Followers!) with a combination of witty captions, comedy and internet culture. But, the person behind it would remain anonymous for quite some time. Today, front-and-centre is founder Violet Benson, who is now also host of one of the top women’s podcasts “Almost Adulting”. We spend the a...

From the moment I met Myles, I knew I wanted them to be in my life. This magnetic person quickly made an impact on me and I know has for so many others. But who is Myles Sexton? Well, Myles (They/Them) is a Model, Creative Director, Stylist, Makeup Artist HIV/AIDS and Sobriety Activist, and Queer Fashion Nomad. Myles' editorial work has been featured in Vogue Italia, Elle, New York Times, and Fash...

A year and a half into marriage, Gabrielle found out her husband had been having an affair with a nineteen-year-old for six months. She then filed for divorce and left. Two weeks later met a man, and fell madly in love. This fairy-tale romance lasted for a month and a half before he convinced Gabrielle to join him on a month long vacation in Italy. But 48 hours before, he told her he needed to go...

One of my absolute favourite online creators is here today sharing all about his lifelong journey to being a Disney enthusiast, expert, and all around fan. We chat about WHY Michael doesn’t just move closer to the parks, along with YOUR QUESTIONS like…best rides, top foods, and what kind of add-ons make a trip extra magical. We also talk about how to experience the magic and see characters WITHOUT...

A Betches’ Podcast “Diet Starts Tomorrow” has two NEW hosts Emily & Remy come on to share their learning experience in a space that talks about bodies, diets and all the bits in between. We talk about plastic surgery regrets, an experience with Fat Camp, the word diet itself and SO much more. Today’s conversation is about not getting it all right, but talking about it to figure things out as w...

Sure, sex life can have ebbs and flows. But what about when it just stops, completely? Today we have on sex & intimacy coach, Irene Fehr, MA, CPCC, SEP, to share her story of this happening to her and her work now to help others through it. We deep dive on understanding sex drive, regaining desire and finding intimacy without sex (been there!). You can find Irene at  https://www.irenefehr.com/...

Life is happening and as most of us have figured out by now, it’s not without surprises, pain, suffering and life after. Dr. Neeta joins us today to speak on how she learned the hard way about all of that, but that ALSO there can be resiliency, joy, and support in the chaotic parts of life. Dr. Neeta’s goal is to help others navigate through magical and messy moments, and now is out with a new boo...

Health class didn’t teach us what we needed to know, and so TikTok breakout star Dr. Jennifer Lincoln came to change that and bring to the forefront approachable bite-size education one video and post at a time. Today she brings the conversation to the pod to talk about the myths, the fads, the importance of knowing what’s going on.   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and...

Take some of the toughest poll questions from hot dogs, returning gifts if the marriage ended, to infidelity and bring them onto a podcast platform! Neighbour Becci runs weekly polls in her instagram stories where people can submit their stumped questions and ask community members to settle the debate, but this week she brings them HERE.  You can follow Becci @NeighbourBecci on IG!    Please note...

We opened IG stories back up for Q&A for Shane and I, and answered a lot of those burning questions many of you had. Like, how much sex are we having? How do we balance kids and co-parenting? Who IS the default parent? And what’s Shane’s opinion on my job in social media and our relationship? And of course, Disney, and just why we’re going again…after we just went last year. PHEW! It’s a biggi...

Case Kenny is a Chicago-based writer, podcaster, recording artist and creator of The New Mindset Journal. And many, myself included, discovered Case over the pandemic when these little notes of thoughts and encouragement went a long way for a lot of people. Case has been inspiring others to have a hunger and drive to be the best version of yourself and today we break down a bit of how that works,...

Her relationship, her divorce, her body and her every move it seems has been making headlines over the years. Today we sit down in LA with Vanderpump Rules star Katie Maloney to hear what SHE has to say about it all, the final push to walk away from a marriage and sharing stories of the good and bad that comes along with a life event like divorce in the public eye. You can find Katie on IG @MusicK...

Kendra Fisher when faced with the opportunity to realize her dream of goaltending for Team Canada, was also diagnosed with a Severe Anxiety Disorder coupled with Severe Panic Attacks, Depression and Agoraphobia; forcing her to leave the National Program in order to seek help to learn how to live with what had become a crippling disease. Kendra now shares her personal journey and has joined efforts...

Today we’re in LA sitting down with @NicoleWalters to talk about everything from body image, marriage (and divorce) and wealth. Nicole is a former top-selling corporate exec who quit her six-figure sales job in front of 10,000 people, took what she knew and built a million-dollar business in one short year. We dive into the discomfort some of us feel about making money and if the other shoe is goi...

Beast. Beauty. Brains. Olympic Rugby player Ilona Maher is here today to share about her breakout success on TikTok, redefining feminism and her love of lipstick. Ilona shares about her journey with feminism alongside athleticism, including body image and sports. Ilona has taken her experiences, personality and story to the social media spaces where she and her magnetic personality shine.    Go to...

We want more home cooked meals, but it’s overwhelming and frustrating and we need a change! Today we get down to how to be successful in the kitchen, the value (not hindrance) of having kids get involved and a whole lot about the brilliant combination of teaching + recipes. John Kanell is a cooking & baking expert and founder of Preppy Kitchen , a digital food and family-focused brand that emp...

I was so excited to have the opportunity to sit down with Dyson Engineer Niamh Turney about her experience as a woman in tech, especially at a young age. What I didn’t expect was a conversation that would literally change the way I parent, move in rooms, and find confidence in moments where I may be a little more introverted. This podcast explores the curious world of Dyson, careers starting at 19...

You have probably heard her music by now. Whether “Fat Funny Friend” or “You May Not Like Her” as these songs and sounds have gone viral all over tiktok and instagram reels with unbelievable amounts of shared experiences. The woman and force behind them, Maddie Zahm. Maddie sits with me today and we walk through our commonalities from weight loss experiences, purity culture and so much more. Break...