Thinking About Podcast

Today, we're thinking about building your confidence and self-trust with Mindset and Confidence Coach Breanne Burke. Breanne is the creator of ‘The Confident Formula’ and the founder of Confident Mindset Accelerator. Her mission is to help women heal their internal struggles, let go of their past and gain unshakeable self-confidence. She's also the host of the Goal Digger Guide Podcast....

Welcome to another replay episode from the Thinking About Podcast archives! In this episode, I’m talking to Lauren McPhillips, the creator of This Renegade Love, an online space for people living life on their own terms. What started as a blog quickly has blossomed into offline growth, speaking engagements, and workshops for women in business.   ⁠ We discuss⁠ her love of pivoting, storytelling and...

In today's episode we're thinking about anxiety . Taylor Gendron is a holistic nutritionist as well as a yoga and meditation teacher who works with women who experience chronic anxiety. Through her own personal experience and education, Taylor now uses her knowledge to help release and eliminate chronic anxiety through gut health protocols, hormonal work, nervous system regulation and mo...

REPLAY EPISODE - For the next three weeks we are visiting Thinking About's fan favourite episodes for our summer break. Tune in to catch up on episodes you may have missed or revisit them to see what gets you thinking now. Enjoy! In this episode, I’m talking to Caitlin Molony, @consciouslycait, a Toronto-based menstrual cycle coach, meditation and movement practitioner. If you are a menstruat...

Today, we're thinking about trauma-informed yoga, meditation and other pep talks with Erin Gilmore. Erin is a San Francisco-based meditation, movement and breathwork teacher with a unique and modern style and specialty in trauma-informed yoga and non-violent communication. Her movement style is Pilates meets dance meets yoga and her hope is that everyone has fun moving together. In today&apos...

Today, we're thinking about getting sober curious and re-examining our relationship to alcohol with returning guest, Steff Sullivan. Steff is a Certified Barre Instructor, founder of Prescription Self-Care, and Human Design Mentor, among many other titles. In today's episode, she's sharing her experience of being sober for over a year. We talk about her relationship to alcohol and w...

Today, we're thinking about building a strong community-driven brand with Siff Haider! Siff Haider is the host of the Dream Bigger podcast and co-founder of Arrae, a 100% natural supplement company that offer  real results and zero woo. With accurate dosing, Arrae’s alchemy capsules solve everyday problems that women constantly deal with - bloat, anxiety, etc. Arrae is the wellness product fo...

Today we’re thinking about all things entrepreneurship along with the world of events and travel with our special guest, Lauren Smith, founder of Modern Collective. Get ready to gain valuable insights as Lauren shares her entrepreneurial journey and expertise in curating exceptional event experiences. With over 15 years in the events and travel industry, Lauren has worked with top CEOs, entreprene...

Today, we're thinking about the transformative power of rest in a solo episode with me aka your host Kirsti McNabney. In the fast-paced world that glorifies hustle, I'm sheds light on the often-overlooked significance of embracing rest as a vital component of overall well-being – for both you and your business. In the episode, we explore:  How you need to rest your body or it will do it...

Today we're thinking about communities, podcasting, small business and more with Candyce Mollard. Candyce wears many hats – she is a wife, a mother, a podcast host on Hello Hello World, does charity work, and organizes events. What flows through her story is always community – something she thrives at creating. She is also a Gemini with mediumship capabilities and someone you can count on if...

Today, we're thinking about the emotional side of entrepreneurship, what fear actually can do for you, the power of podcasting and more with Scout Sobel! Scout Sobel is a trailblazer in the media industry for utilizing Podcast Tours™ as a powerful form of PR. She founded Scout's Agency in February of 2019 after recognizing the power of podcasting as a long-form, intimate medium for found...

 Today we're thinking about poetry, presenting your work, sharing your story and feelings, and opening for Rupi Kaur with Desiree Mckenzie. Desiree Mckenzie is an award-winning poet, arts educator, national poetry slam champion, voice actor, and photographer from Toronto. Her poetry and voice have been featured in works for CBC, When Sisters Speak, Clearco Financial, Button Poetry, Kids Help...

Today, we're thinking about content creation, brand and community building and being the niche with Tess Barclay of Busy Blooming! Tess Barclay is a Toronto-based content creator and the founder of Busy Blooming, a women-run brand on a mission to empower and connect women across the globe to build their career. Tess is also a full-time content creator on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube with a c...

Today, we're thinking about mental health and finances with the internet big sis (or in my case younger sis) that we all need – Melanie Laurene! Melanie is a social media strategist by day, working at a boutique digital marketing agency, Arcade Studios in Calgary AB and by night, she’s a content creator with a focus on mental health, personal finance and social media. She creates content acro...

Today we're thinking about my favourite topic of the moment – PIVOTING! I'm so excited to tell you all about my upcoming event in Toronto on June 11 called Permission to Pivot: A Gathering For Creative Women – where we will be joined by friends of the podcast Palak of Embiria, Rachel of Make Lemonade, Jasmine of Jasmine Williams Media and our new friends Andrea from Barbet and Olivia fro...

It's just me and you this week! Feels like a good time to check in with what I've been listening to, reading and loving lately. If you're looking for your new favourite book, podcast or show – I've got you covered. NEW EPISODES EVERY TUESDAY ✨⁠ Let's connect @kirstimcnabney @thinkingaboutpodcast Check out the recommendations from the episode Arrae supplements The Reading...

Today we're thinking about some of my favourite topics – marketing, brand building that's unique to you, AND finding/building community. We're joined by Ruha Ratnam – a brand strategist and founder of The Designist Studio. She helps business coaches and consultants discover how to show up online with confidence through her Brand Blueprint, and designs brands and websites that align...

Today we're thinking about mindfulness and meditation – and how early practice is influencing the lives of the next generation. Natalie Von Teichman, is the founder of MIINDFULLY, a brand responsible for creating the very first meditation stuffie for kids that offers a full sensory experience.  Natalie’s passion for children’s wellness hit an all-time high when she and her family of four youn...

Today we're thinking about how habits can empower you to live your fullest life – for both you and the people around you with Valerie Lavigne. Valerie is a Health Coach specializing in Healthy Habits. She helps women who are making an impact prioritize their health and wellness, without adding to their already busy schedule, so that they can feel great in their body and show up powerfully for...

Today, we're thinking about social media with Kat from Social Kat Media. Kat Tepylo Murphy is the Head of Strategy (and Memes) at Social Kat Media. She’s also your small business’s #1 fan. Kat helps small & local businesses reclaim their time, feel more confident about their content and grow their business. She believes showing up for your community is about so much more than feeding an a...

We're back with another solo episode! This chat, from a few weeks ago, shares five tips I turn to when trying to find myself when I'm overwhelmed or not feeling at my best. GET MORE Buy Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Tawwab Check out our cycle syncing episode for more information on how your cycle impacts your mood NEW EPISODES EVERY TUESDAY ✨⁠ Hosted by @kirstimcnabney Find links,...

Today we’re thinking about the power of our voices and using them. Sara Giita Flores understands the power of voice, because after experiences with sexual assault – she had to find her way back to what she calls embodying her self-expression. Embodying the transformation of trauma-induced silence and shame into radiant self-expression was the start of Sara’s journey. She’s now a voice coach, speak...

Today, we're thinking about all things blogging! Blogging is so much more than just a fun pastime for people ­– it can be an outstanding way for business owners to showcase their expertise or for people to create an income that allows people freedom within their life – something our guests today know a lot about. So much so, that they created a business to help other women be able to do that...

Today, we're thinking about empowering women to live their well-thiest life with Huda Alvi. Huda is a real estate agent & self taught investor. Going from broke and unemployed to owning five properties in less than 12 months, Huda shares her journey of perseverance through her social media presence. She is the creator of The Wellthy Women, whose mission is to help women invest in real est...

Today, it's just me and you! We have officially made it to ONE YEAR of the Thinking About Podcast. Listen in as I share five lessons that I've learned from starting my podcast.  We'll dive why you should start that thing you're dreaming about, the value of outsourcing, celebrating your wins and more. Plus, I'm giving a sneak peek into what you can expect to see in the seco...