Words With Michelle - the podcast

Welcome back to Words With Michelle – the podcast where I dive into inspiring conversations with changemakers who are shaping the world with their stories! Shows include topics on self-help, mental health, health and wellness, and inspiration . About this episode In this episode of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I discuss overcoming fear and self-doubt with Hillary Dunkley Campbell...

About this episode In this episode, I dive into the dynamic world of micro-entrepreneurs and small businesses. But what does it take to truly succeed as a small business owner? How do you navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and create sustainable growth? Meet my guest Dr. Karen M. Lowe, Business Coach, Strategist, Author and Publisher of book and Dreamer to Creator Magazine. Key takeaways fr...

SHOW DETAILS Happy New Year! This is the first episode for  2025 of Words With Michelle – the podcast. I wanted to start off the new year continuing to provide episodes that inspire, inform, as well as educate. The next few  episodes will be focused on finding success by: pursuing your potential, being successful in your small and micro business, and overcoming obstacles. In this episod...

About this episode In episode 78 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I present a brief summary of my year in podcasting. The changes that I made, the highlights, and plans for 2025. Please click the play button to listen to the show. please note that there is a slight pause at the 3 min and 14 sec mark. Thanks for listening to the show . Just a reminder, you can subscribe to the podcast on...

ABOUT THE EPISODE Ever wondered how to turn your passion into your profession ? In this podcast episode, I sit  down with Beverly Crandon, a sommelier who makes her love of wine approachable while showcasing diverse cuisine. You’ll learn about : The Spice Food and  Wine Group and why Beverly started it what it’s like being a Black female in the wine industry in Toronto Beverly’s picks for buy...

SHOW DETAILS In the latest episode of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I sit with Minister Marci Ien, and we speak about The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence . It started on November 25 and runs until December 10. This year’s theme, Come Together, Act Now , calls on all Canadians—especially men and boys—to challenge harmful norms and take meaningful action to prevent and a...

SHOW DETAILS The holidays are quickly approaching and it can be a difficult time for anyone that is dealing with grief. Grief and loss could be losing a loved one, a job, or a relationship. My guest, Jothi Saldahna delves into the benefits of #griefcircles. ABOUT JOTHI Jothi is the Founder of Jothi Creative Wellness and CreateHER of HERSpace and is a Certified Transformational Coach, Spiritual Lea...

SHOW DETAILS In episode 74 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, Kenisha Hanson speaks about how you can “Peace your way to success”, by prioritizing yourself and achieve your goals. Kenisha shares how she came up with the title of her book, her health challenges, and why she wrote the book. ABOUT KENISHA HANSON Kenisha is a Wellness Expert, coach, cancer survivor and possesses a...

SHOW DETAILS In episode 73 of Words With Michelle – the podcast , I detail what life has been like since my #fibroidsurgery. I share my #fibroid story and share how having surgery affected me physically, emotionally and professionally. Thanks for listening to the show . *Leave a comment and let me know what you thought of the show! Just a reminder, you can subscribe to the podcast on  S...

SHOW DETAILS In episode 72 of Words With Michelle – the podcast I sit with Kofi Frempong, an artist who has been featured on my blog, and podcast, and is one of the 21 changemakers in my book . I start off the episode telling him why I chose him to be in the book. The rest of the episode focuses on following up with Kofi since our last episode. He shares how he balances being a work from hom...

SHOW DETAILS In episode 71, I revisit a past episode (originally aired Oct 2022) in which my guest – Relationship Expert, Nicole Melissa defines “cuffing season.” Cuffing season is a slang term used for a type of relationship – Nicole will go into detail in the show. ABOUT NICOLE MELISSA Nicole is a Relationship Consultant, Matchmaker and Program Curator. Nicole was a previ...

SHOW DETAILS In episode 70 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I speak about how I felt prior to my my book launch (at Word On The Street, ) how I felt during the day, and how it felt adding the title author to my name! Please click the play button to listen to the show. Thanks for listening to the show . Click here to buy a copy of my book! *Leave a comment and let me know what you though...

SHOW DETAILS In episode 69, I spoke with Glenda Clarke – a part-time Mental Health Nurse, who switched industries and became a Casting Director. Glenda shares why she decided on switching careers and how re-skilling for a new career worked for her. ABOUT GLENDA CLARKE Glenda is an alumni of The Reelworld Screen Institute’ s Black Entrepreneurship Program and the owner of GC Casting. If...

SHOW DETAILS In episode 68 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I reconnect with the founder and Executive Director of the Reelword Summit, Tonya Williams . She speaks about the upcoming summit and film festival, as well as shares great lessons on how to make it in the film industry and life. ABOUT TONYA WILLIAMS Actress, Producer, Founder & Executive Director of The Reelworld Summ...

SHOW DETAILS In episode 67 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I sit with Executive Director of The Shoebox Project , Rosie Smythe, and I learn more about charity , why it started, and who it assists. The Shoebox Project is a charity that provides women who are experiencing or are at-risk of homelessness, with gifts (simple luxuries as well as everyday essentials). These gifts are placed i...

SHOW DETAILS In the latest episode of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I speak about attending the #Soundbite retreat – the experiential and interactive single-day retreats focused on creative and professional development. I decided to attend the retreat after interviewing TV host, chef and restauranteur- Roger Mooking ,in the previous episode (epi 65). Please click the play button t...

Press the play button at the bottom of the page to listen to the show. SHOW DETAILS In the latest episode, I speak with my new friend (he may not know it!) Roger Mooking and he speaks about Soundbites Retreats – interactive single-day retreats focused on creative and professional development. ABOUT ROGER MOOKING Roger is a TV host on Food Network Canada, celebrity chef, restaurateur, author,...

SHOW DETAILS In episode 64 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I talk with Marcia Brown – founder and Executive Director of the youth-focused program, Trust 15. ABOUT MARCIA BROWN Marcia Brown founded Trust 15 Youth Community Support Organization in 2011. She started her career with the Toronto District School Board as an Educational Assistant in 2005. She has since been working dili...

SHOW DETAILS In episode 63 of Words With Michelle – the podcast , I chat about travelling with kids with Travel Writer, Heather Greenwood Davis . She speaks about the year she spent travelling the world with her husband and 2 young children. ABOUT HEATHER GREENWOOD DAVIS Heather Greenwood Davis is the first (and only) Black woman to have a Travel Column in both Canadian National Newspapers....

SHOW DETAILS We all need a good laugh once in a while, right? That’s why I am happy to have comedian, Jean Paul come on the show to talk about everything from comedy, cancel culture, Caribana, to enjoying carnival in Trinidad. ABOUT JEAN PAUL Jean Paul was born in Trinidad, but grew up in Toronto. He has been making audiences laugh for the past 30 years. When he’s not performing in com...

SHOW DETAILS In episode 61 of Words With Michelle – the podcast , Trudy breaks down how are bodies are affected by stress, and how me can manage stress through food and nutrition. ABOUT TRUDY STONE Trudy Stone is a Culinary Nutritionist, and a TV Wellness Expert, who’s appeared on CityLine , Breakfast Television, Your Morning, Marilyn among other shows. For more details on Trudy, pleas...

SHOW DETAILS In episode 60 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I speak with Kerry Kettle , Manager of Women Services at The Career Foundation , and she provides helpful job search tips for women. Kerry also speaks about a few sectors that are currently looking for job seekers. ABOUT KERRY Career Growth Specialist | Women in Tech | Professional Skill Advocate Please press play to...

Photographer: Stefanie Neves SHOW DETAILS Episode 59 of Words With Michelle – the podcast is a little different from the rest of my shows. There is no script, no guest (just me, myself and I), and there are no edits. I speak about the highs lows of working on my first book, working on my podcast, and dealing with life. Please press play to listen to the show. Thanks for listening to the show...

SHOW DETAILS In episode 58 : “Chef Noel’s Culinary Journey From Jamaica to Toronto, (the second episode of my food series) , I speak with Chef Noel Cunningham, and he details when his love of food started, and when he knew it was his chosen career path. ABOUT CHEF NOEL Chef Noel hails from Jamaica and is a multi- award winning chef, a cookbook author, and culinary podcaster. Hit the pl...

SHOW DETAILS For the next 2 episodes, I will be focusing on Food. In episode 57 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I talk about food, restaurants and success with Ryan Hinkson, a.k.a #EatFamous ABOUT RYAN HINKSON Ryan Hinkson is a Food Culturalist, Food Expert on CTV’s The Good Stuff With Mary Berg and content creator. For Ryan’s deets, please visit the following links: Instagram: @...