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Night sweats? Wrinkles? Low sex-drive? What did I miss? Aging as a person with a uterus is so mysterious. The information isn't exactly spilling over so our chat today with Dr. Sarah Connors opened my eyes and I hope you walk away with a few new tips. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week AND a Friendo Recommendation! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Dr. Sarah Connors for your contribution to Friendo. Follow Sarah on Instagram @thebirdspapaya     Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Change is inevitable, how do we sit with these changes and embrace them? Today Sarah Nicole Landry joins me to share about her life and how it's shifted in the past 2 years. We talk motherhood, the business of being an influencer, her life right now with all the ups and downs and how to embrace chance with grace. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week AND a Friendo Recommendation! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Sarah for your contribution to Friendo. Follow Sarah on Instagram @thebirdspapaya     Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amanda's first solo episode this season. Take a walk down memory lane from these last 2 years. Let's talk about recovery, trauma and starting again. Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After nearly 2 long years, Dean is returning to the skies. Today we share how the news of his return impacted us, we both had very different reactions! Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week AND a Friendo Recommendation! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Dean for your contribution to Friendo. Follow Dean on Instagram @planetdean2     Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Building confidence in the kitchen can be easy, we just need to start young! Meg Tucker shares more on how to do this and why it's important. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week AND a Friendo Recommendation! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Meg for your contribution to Friendo. Follow Meg Tucker on Instagram @cookwithmegtoday     Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best friends having private conversations on a public platform - my guests today, Cat & Nat, are doing this every day for their communities and are celebrated for it! From books, to wine, and live shows and live videos and the viral #MomTruths videos they are working hard and are loved by many. We cover parenting, travel and even a question they've never been asked before. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week AND a Friendo Recommendation! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Cat and Nat for your contribution to Friendo. Follow Catherine and Natalie on Instagram @catandnat     Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Just a Mom" is how Danielle Schaffer describes herself, as a mom of 4 living in California...but with over 3M followers on TikTok I think there's a bit more to her than the job title of mom! Join me as we discuss parenting, gender norms, the reality of success on TikTok with teen children and loss. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week AND a Friendo Recommendation! Thank you for being here! Trigger warning: drug use and accidental overdose.    Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Danielle for your contribution to Friendo. Follow Danielle on Instagram @citygirlgonemom     Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your body is not the problem, so there's no solution needed - how does that sit with you? My conversation today with Dara Bergeron of Mom.Bod.Love gave me so much food for thought with my relationship with my body and how I feel about the body neutrality movement. I also discuss my reaction Ep 53 of the Ask Lisa podcast and how it changed my thoughts on chats around weight, food and health with our children. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week AND a Friendo Recommendation! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Dara for your contribution to Friendo. Follow Dara on Instagram  @mom.bod.love     Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life is so much better with laughter! Brittany Ostofe is no stranger to fun, and her ability to shine light on the humorous side of motherhood, relationships and life in general keeps us coming back for more on her Instagram and TikTok feeds! Join us as we discuss how Brittany got started in social media, how she self cares and her ability to celebrate her haters! Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week AND a Friendo Recommendation! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Brittany for your contribution to Friendo. Follow Brittany on Instagram  @bosstofe and at @thelaughingcouple     Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever thought about shifting your career? Making a job change? It's scary, it's overwhelming and totally exciting all at the same time! My guest Joanna Fowler of Nesting Story shares her experience with her business venture The Water Cooler Co and what this change has been like her. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week AND a Friendo Recommendation! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Joanna for your contribution to Friendo. Follow Joanna on Instagram  @nestingstory and at her new business venture @thewatercoolerco and www.makeworkcool.com     Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's the deal with menstrual equity anyway? Join me today with my guest Rachel Ettinger and her mission to spread awareness and education on menstruation. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week AND a Friendo Recommendation! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Rachel for your contribution to Friendo. Follow Rachel on Instagram  @shophereforher and at her website https://shophereforher.ca     Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura is an OG in the land of Mommy Bloggers and she's taken her career to incredible heights all by saying YES! From Emmy awards, to podcast production with Brené Brown and co-founder of Mom 2.0. (an incredible summit for creators and business owners) - her experience is gold and I'm so excited to share her with you today! Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week AND a Friendo Recommendation (NEW!)! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Laura for your contribution to Friendo. Follow Laura on Instagram  @lauramayesand at her website https://about.me/lauramayes     Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tova slid into my DM's a few years back and we've been friends ever since! This visit to the podcast (it's Tova's 3rd appearance) we discuss her new book, how she stays motivated as a creator and what life has been like for her in the UK as mom of 3 during a pandemic. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Tova for your contribution to Friendo. Follow Tova on Instagram @tovaleigh and at her website https://tovaleigh.com 2021 New Years video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1HV2QVzKiU&t=1037s   Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's talk about the holidays when it didn't go according to plan! Stick around for my 3 holiday themed favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here! Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas!   Explore my shop and use code SANTA for 10% OFF: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Motherhood highs and lows, childhood trauma but make it funny? This is exactly what Libby from Diary of An Honest Mom shares and it's so stinkin' relatable. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Libby for your contribution to Friendo. Follow Libby on TikTok @diaryofanhonestmom and on Instagram @diaryofanhonestmom and on her newly released blog: https://diaryofanhonestmom.com   Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate had to make a difficult decision about her body and her health, and is now enjoying her life to its fullest.  Later in the episode Dean and I discuss sitting with someone in their discomfort, why this is so tricky, and how we've handled difficult moments in our lives.  Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Kate for your contribution to Friendo.    Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Working full time, creating relatable Instagram posts, losing weight, gaining weight, working out, not working out, creating viral TikTok videos and being a mom to 3...those are just a few things my guest Katie discusses. Later in the episode Dean and I ask each other questions about the truth on sharing life online.  Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Katie for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Katie on Instagram      Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's talk health and healthcare with Dr. Sarah Connors, an Indigenous Naturopathic Doctor & Birth Doula. She believes when women are their healthiest selves they can affect the health and lives of their families and that of the next seven generations. Later in the episode Dean and I discuss the concept of the Invisible Woman and aging.  Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Dr. Sarah Connors for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Sarah on Instagram and at www.sarahconnorsnd.com     Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How would react if you were given a diagnosis you weren't expecting? What if it was for your unborn child? Today Jen O'Hara shares her experience with her son Will receiving a neurodivergent diagnosis of Down Syndrome. Later in the episode Dean and I share how we aim to create an environmnet where our children don't fear others, and lead with acceptance..  Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Jen for your contribution to Friendo.    Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you start something new over the last 18 months? My guest today, Patricia Stockie-Abdallah designed and developed an app while pregnant and homeschooling her two older children! Today we discuss this journey and why changing what a tech founder looks like is so important. Later in the episode Dean and I pull back the curtain on starting our own business; imposter syndrome, the truth about making your own product and how to stay motivated.  Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Patricia for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Patricia Stockie-Abdallah on Instagram and at www.psacompany.ca   Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cooking? Yay or Nay? Why is it so hard?! Let's talk all things food preparation and eating with Chef and Food Expert Andrea Buckett. Later in the episode Dean and I share our favourite Fall recipes and our passion for that Foodie Life!  Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Andrea for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Andrea Buckett on Instagram and at www.andreabuckett.com   Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What would you tell YOUR past self about the pandemic? My guest Julie Nolke shares this and so much on her self-titled sketch comedy YouTube channel. Julie is a writer, comedian and creator and today she shares how she creates in the digital and traditional media spaces, along with how she balances it all after her viral video success (insert 50M views!). Later in the episode Dean and I discuss how we define success in our lives. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Julie for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Julie Nolke on YouTube and at www.julienolke.com   Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Advertising Inquiries: https://curiouscast.ca/advertise-with-us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You know that feeling you get when you're around a good friend?  There's nothing like it in the world. It can completely turn around a bad day and make a great one even better. That's what Friendo is all about.  Every single person no matter who they are has a story and on Friendo we'll celebrate them. In every episode host AmandaMuse introduces you to some of the most fascinating people on the planet.  People that will inspire you, make you laugh, make you think and everything in between.  More than anything, Friendo is a place where we can just be ourselves. Join us starting October 28! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I love the true crime genre, but the reality is true crime is not entertainment especially for those who have lived it. My guest Amy B. Chesler shares her new book Working for Justice. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here!   Timestamps: 00:36 Friend to Friend with Amanda 02:17 Interview with Friendo Amy B. Chesler 23:32 Man friend chat with Dean 45:48 Amanda's Favourite Things for the Week!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Amy for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Amy B. Chesler on Instagram @amybchesler    Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Edited by Alysa @aly.aesch and AmandaMuse See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

October is Infant and Pregnancy Loss Awareness Month. My guest Aislinn shares her experience of losing her daughter in 2019. I also share a personal story of loss I've never shared before. A trigger warning is needed for this episode as we are discussing miscarriage. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here!   Timestamps: 00:36 Friend to Friend with Amanda 02:17 Interview with Friendo Kim Melbourne 33:40 Amanda solo story time 47:33 Amanda's Favourite Things for the Week!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Aislinn for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Aislinn Clover and Leaf  @clovernleaf   Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Edited by Alysa @aly.aesch and AmandaMuse See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sick and tired of pricey leggings? Kim Melbourne of Jenka Clothing Co. decided to find the best quality leggings and build a business around her vision! Later on Dean and I share the reality of running a small business and imposter syndrome. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here!   Timestamps: 00:36 Friend to Friend with Amanda 02:33 Interview with Friendo Kim Melbourne 24:52 Man Friend Chat with Dean 42:23 Amanda's Favourite Things for the Week!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Kim for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Kim at Jenka Clothing Co. @jenkaclothing.co    Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Edited by Alysa @aly.aesch and AmandaMuse See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What would you do if you discovered your partner had a secret drug addiction? Katie McHone-Jones of Boy Problems Podcast shares her story about how she supports her husband on his journey of recovery. Later in the episode Dean and I get REAL about how life is going now that the kids are back in school. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here!   Timestamps: 00:36 Friend to Friend with Amanda 02:31 Interview with Friendo Katie McHone-Jones 23:01 Man Friend Chat with Dean 44:50 Amanda's Favourite Things for the Week!   Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com   Thank you Katie for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Katie at Boy Problems Podcast and listen to new episodes biweekly, also check her out on Instagram @boyproblemspod For support and more information for the loved ones of recovering addicts check out www.recoveringtoo.com    Follow along on social: Instagram @hellofriendoshop Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse   Edited by Alysa @aly.aesch and AmandaMuse See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

32 years as a pilot has equipped my husband Dean with stories upon stories! Join Dean and I for a special Aviation themed episode as we pull back the curtain on cabin crew life answering your questions! Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here! Timestamps: 00:36 Friend to Friend with Amanda 02:26 Special with Dean 44:53 Favourite Things for the Week! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com Thank you Dean for your contribution to Friendo. Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse Edited by Alysa @aly.aesch and AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's nearly back to school, how's the sleeping situation in your home? Join me and guest Alanna McGinn of Good Night Sleep Site as we share hacks to prepare for getting back on schedule for sleep. Later in the episode Dean and I share a few supernatural sleep stories and stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here! Timestamps: 00:36 Friend to Friend with Amanda 03:07 Friendo Interview with Alanna 23:45 Man Friend Debrief with Dean 44:53 Favourite Things for the Week! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com Thank you Alanna for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Good Night Sleep Site on Instagram @gnsleepsite for more! Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse Edited by Alysa @aly.aesch and AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Forest bathing? Sit spots? Does this interest you or nah? Join me for a conversation with Becca Kedenburg of Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust and explore how to cultivate curiosity in nature. Dean shares how he really feels about camping and stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here! Timestamps: 00:36 Friend to Friend with Amanda 02:54 Friendo Interview with Becca 22:52 Man Friend Debrief with Dean 48:18 Favourite Things for the Week! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com Thank you Becca for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust on Instagram @mountainstosoundgreenway Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse Edited by Alysa @aly.aesch and AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's your fashion like these days? I LOVE MAKEOVERS, but not everyone in my life feels the same. Join me today as I discuss fashion and coffee with Ottawa based creator Chantsy. Dean and I tackle how we feel about our bodies and how this relates to what we wear. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here! Timestamps: 04:40 Friend to Friend with Amanda 07:21 Friendo Interview with Chantsy 27:33 Man Friend Debrief with Dean 43:00 Favourite Things for the Week! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com Thank you Chantsy for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Chantsy on Instagram @chantsy and her online shop: https://modexlusive.com Shop Wax & Wane and use code Amanda20 for 20% off your purchase: https://waxandwanecoffee.com Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse Edited by Alysa @aly.aesch and AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is modesty uncool? What about modesty with our children as they age? How do model independence with our fashion and knowing when it's appropriate to wear certain things and when not to? My guest today, Jen Hardie, noticed a gap in the children's swimwear market and created a brand new style for little girls. Later in the episode Dean shares how he really feels about those itty bitty bikinis now that he has a daughter. Stick around for my 3 favourite things for the week! Thank you for being here! Timestamps: 00:00 Friend to Friend with Amanda 03:45 Friendo Interview with Jen Hardie 22:04 Man Friend Debrief with Dean 37:37 Favourite Things for the Week! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com Thank you Jen for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Jen on Instagram @eleniacollection and her online shop: www.eleniacollection.com Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse Edited by Alysa @aly.aesch and AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If the adults are experiencing enormous amounts of stress? What about the kids? My guest today, Jessica Gottlieb, shares her take on how we can equip our kids with tools to cope in trying times. Later in the episode Dean and I share a bit more about life as parents these days; from report cards, to ups and downs in the life of our kids. Thank you for being here! Timestamps: 00:00 Friend to Friend with Amanda 03:36 Friendo Interview with Jessica Gottlieb 34:20 Man Friend Debrief with Dean Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com Thank you Jessica for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Jessica on Instagram @jg.holisticmentalwellness and her website for more tools and information www.jessicagottlieb.ca Check out Jessica's book: BEing BEa: An interactive book and workbook about overcoming worry and building self-confidence in kids on Amazon! Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse Edited by Alysa @aly.aesch and AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you loving or loathing TikTok? Short form video is having it's moment right now and Clive Felice from Dads With Attitude and I discuss comedy and being a Dad online right now. Dean and I tackle our thoughts on the platform and how we feel about living a real life, and sharing entertaining content online for the long haul. Thank you for being here! Timestamps: 00:00 Friend to Friend with Amanda 03:14 Friendo Interview with Clive Felice 32:47 Man Friend Debrief with Dean Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com Thank you Clive for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Clive on Instagram @dadswithattitude and on TikTok @dadswithattitude for all things comedy and parenting. Check out Clive' book: Back In The Day on Amazon! Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse Edited by Alysa @aly.aesch and AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yes or no for epic hair makeovers? It grows back, why not have a little fun with it! Join me for a hair themed discussion with Courtney Bond, a hairstylist with over 20 years experience. We discuss being a hairstylist in Ontario Canada during a pandemic, hair awards, hairstylist assumptions and hair trends for 2021. Dean and I tackle our thoughts on grey hair and how we feel about people rocking their natural hue. Thank you for being here! Timestamps: 00:00 Friend to Friend with Amanda 02:26 Friendo Interview with Courtney Bond 34:53 Man Friend Debrief with Dean Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com Thank you Courtney for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Courtney on Instagram @courtneyxcentrichair and on Tik Tok @courtneyxcentrichair for all things hair inspiration! Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse Edited by Alysa @aly.aesch and AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does the idea of setting health goals kind of freak you out? If it does, you're not alone! Covid is exacerbating health concerns, and changing routines and behaviours takes cognitive energy - how do you make changes in the midst of decision fatigue? Join me for an insightful discussion with Tara Smith, Owner and Managing Partner Cornerstone Health and Fitness, LLC. Thank you for being here! Timestamps: 00:00 Friend to Friend with Amanda 05:25 Friendo interview with Tara Smith 37:36 Man friend debrief with Dean Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com Thank you Tara for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Tara on Instagram @cornerstone_yoga and check out Cornerstone Health and Fitness and all they have to offer. Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse Edited by Alysa @aly.aesch and AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From misdiagnosis to surgery and then radiation - today my Dad, John, sits down with me to share his Cancer experience during a pandemic. Thank you for being here! Today's episode is sponsored by Pillway. Sign up at Pillway.com or download the Pillway app and use code AmandaMuse50 for up to 50% off your first order of vitamins, supplements, over the counter drugs and more when you place your first medication order on Pillway. Timestamps: 00:00 Friend to Friend with Amanda 03:20 Friendo interview with my Dad (John) 45:42 Man friend debrief with Dean Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo Instagram @amandamuse Twitter @museamanda Facebook /museamanda YouTube AmandaMuse Edited by AmandaMuse Episode sponsored by Pillway Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anyone else experiencing mental health struggles that they haven't had for years?! This past year has caused a few things I thought were handled to reappear. As we wrap up Mental Health Awareness Month I wanted to share my story in hopes of reminding you that you're not alone. Thank you for being here! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com ( http://www.hellofriendo.com/ ) Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo ( https://www.instagram.com/shophellofriendo ) Instagram @amandamuse ( https://www.instagram.com/amandamuse ) Twitter @museamanda ( https://www.twitter.com/museamanda ) Facebook /museamanda ( https://www.facebook.com/museamanda ) YouTube AmandaMuse ( https://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Edited by AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Could you work with your sibling? Start a business and then a social media platform with your sister? My friends, and awesome creators Laura and Josie also known as The GG Sisters are the Friendo guests today and I'm excited to share their story with you. Let's talk life as creators, business partners, the realness of motherhood, boundaries and so much more. Thank you for being here! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com ( http://www.hellofriendo.com/ ) Thank you Laura and Josie Cannone for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow them on Instagram @theggsisters ( http://www.instagram.com/theggsisters ) and check out The GG Media Group at @theggmediagroup ( https://www.instagram.com/theggmediagroup/ ) Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo ( https://www.instagram.com/shophellofriendo ) Instagram @amandamuse ( https://www.instagram.com/amandamuse ) Twitter @museamanda ( https://www.twitter.com/museamanda ) Facebook /museamanda ( https://www.facebook.com/museamanda ) YouTube AmandaMuse ( https://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Edited by AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How do you feel posting your regular Tuesday dinner online in a sea of internet chefs and food bloggers?! Less than? Influenced? Unaffected? My guest today Eve Turow-Paul, shares her research on how to connect, understand and better serve people in this Digital Age. Thank you for being here! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com ( http://www.hellofriendo.com/ ) Thank you Eve for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow her on Instagram @eveturowpaul ( https://www.instagram.com/eveturowpaul/ ) and check out her latest book " Hungry: Avocado Toast, Instagram Influencers, and Our Search for Connection and Meaning" ( https://www.thehungrybook.com ) and learn more about Eve at https://eveturowpaul.com Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo ( https://www.instagram.com/shophellofriendo ) Instagram @amandamuse ( https://www.instagram.com/amandamuse ) Twitter @museamanda ( https://www.twitter.com/museamanda ) Facebook /museamanda ( https://www.facebook.com/museamanda ) YouTube AmandaMuse ( https://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Edited by AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What is an invisible illness? How would you proceed if you weren't taken seriously about pain you lived with daily? My guest today, Jes Hojsan, creator at House of Spoons on Instagram shares her experience with chronic illness and pain, along with being a mother to little ones and a Canadian Military wife. Thank you for being here! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com ( http://www.hellofriendo.com/ ) *May 3-9 take 15% off your candles purchase with code: candlesformom Thank you Jes for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow her on Instagram @house_of_spoons ( https://www.instagram.com/house_of_spoons/ ) Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo ( https://www.instagram.com/shophellofriendo ) Instagram @amandamuse ( https://www.instagram.com/amandamuse ) Twitter @museamanda ( https://www.twitter.com/museamanda ) Facebook /museamanda ( https://www.facebook.com/museamanda ) YouTube AmandaMuse ( https://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Edited by AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Do you feel connected to your culture? My guest today, Melissa Braun, an Aboriginal - Ojibway woman shares her experience of being born on a Reserve in Northern Manitoba and growing up in the northern town of The Pas and eventually moving to a Mennonite based community. We share thoughts on connection, the loss of culture and motherhood in this episode. Thank you for being here! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com ( http://www.hellofriendo.com/ ) Thank you Melissa for your contribution to Friendo. Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo ( https://www.instagram.com/shophellofriendo ) Instagram @amandamuse ( https://www.instagram.com/amandamuse ) Twitter @museamanda ( https://www.twitter.com/museamanda ) Facebook /museamanda ( https://www.facebook.com/museamanda ) YouTube AmandaMuse ( https://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Edited by AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Are you confident with your finances? Would you feel nervous or fearful about leading a conversation with your financial planner about YOUR money? My guest today Martha Adams, a Certified Financial Planner professional, author and speaker shares with us her new book "Cleopatra's Riches: How to Earn, Grow, and Enjoy Your Money to Enrich Your Life. I love her approach - for me, it took away my fears and insecurities and helped me better understand why I am worthy of this conversation - and why YOU are worthy too! Thank you for being here! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com ( http://www.hellofriendo.com/ ) Thank you Martha for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow her on her website at www.MarthaAdamsMedia.com ( http://www.MarthaAdamsMedia.com ) and on Instagram @marthaadamsmedia ( https://www.instagram.com/marthaadamsmedia ) and on Facebook: Martha Adams Media. Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo ( https://www.instagram.com/shophellofriendo ) Instagram @amandamuse ( https://www.instagram.com/amandamuse ) Twitter @museamanda ( https://www.twitter.com/museamanda ) Facebook /museamanda ( https://www.facebook.com/museamanda ) YouTube AmandaMuse ( https://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Edited by AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Garion was left on a doorstep shortly after her birth in South Korea, this led her to being adopted and raised in Ontario, Canada. How does our origin story impact us? What if we don't know the details of our start in the world? Today my Friendo guest Garion Sparks-Austin shares her origin story with us and her experience as an Asian Canadian woman, mother of 2 and Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist. Thank you for being here! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com ( http://www.hellofriendo.com/ ) Thank you Garion for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow her on Instagram @co.associatestherapy ( https://www.instagram.com/co.associatestherapy/ ) Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo ( https://www.instagram.com/shophellofriendo ) Instagram @amandamuse ( https://www.instagram.com/amandamuse ) Twitter @museamanda ( https://www.twitter.com/museamanda ) Facebook /museamanda ( https://www.facebook.com/museamanda ) YouTube AmandaMuse ( https://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Edited by AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Being vulnerable is hard. Being vulnerable online might be even harder! My guest today Jill Krause does not shy away from real moments and has shared her lived experience online for many years. A Mom of 4, a Blogger, an Author - Jill wears many hats and I'm thrilled to share her story with you today. Thank you for being here! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com ( http://www.hellofriendo.com/ ) Thank you Jill for your contribution to Friendo and follow her online at https://jillkrause.com and Instagram @jillkraus.e ( https://www.instagram.com/jillkraus.e ) Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo ( https://www.instagram.com/shophellofriendo ) Instagram @amandamuse ( https://www.instagram.com/amandamuse ) Twitter @museamanda ( https://www.twitter.com/museamanda ) Facebook /museamanda ( https://www.facebook.com/museamanda ) YouTube AmandaMuse ( https://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Edited by AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Do you have that friend you can talk to about anything? Joanna is mine. She's been my work-wife for the last 5 years and we always have so much fun when we're together! She has had a tricky year going through a huge life change while also sharing her life online. Join me for an awesome chat with Joanna the Founder and Creative Director of Nesting Story. Thank you for being here! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com ( http://www.hellofriendo.com/ ) Thank you Joanna for your contribution to Friendo. Please follow Nesting Story on Instagram @nestingstory ( http://www.instagram.com/nestingstory ) and check out her YouTube ( https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd_Y5L3nAJmkCjGMFmWtKNg ) channel and blog ( https://nestingstory.ca ) ! Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo ( https://www.instagram.com/shophellofriendo ) Instagram @amandamuse ( https://www.instagram.com/amandamuse ) Twitter @museamanda ( https://www.twitter.com/museamanda ) Facebook /museamanda ( https://www.facebook.com/museamanda ) YouTube AmandaMuse ( https://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Edited by AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kickboxing is my new love, have you tried it yet? Let's talk with World Champion Kickboxer, Gail King. Gail is the owner of Valhalla Mixed Martial Arts and her passion for the sport is infectious! Today we talk about her start in the industry, her love of kickboxing, starting a business in 2020 and how pushing your physical boundaries creates confidence. Thank you for being here! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com ( http://www.hellofriendo.com/ ) Thank you Gail for your contribution to Friendo and follow her online at https://www.valhalla-mma.com and Instagram @valhallamixedmartialarts ( https://www.instagram.com/valhallamixedmartialarts/ ) Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo ( https://www.instagram.com/shophellofriendo ) Instagram @amandamuse ( https://www.instagram.com/amandamuse ) Twitter @museamanda ( https://www.twitter.com/museamanda ) Facebook /museamanda ( https://www.facebook.com/museamanda ) YouTube AmandaMuse ( https://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Edited by AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Confidence is key in the kitchen! Teaching kids ownership with food preperation and skills on how to cook is so important. Kids who feel confident with food become adults who have a healthy relationship with their nutrition. My guest Alison Burke, owner and creator of Nourish To You, shares her passion to help make cooking and baking fun and accessible for everyone. Thank you for being here! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com ( http://www.hellofriendo.com/ ) Thank you Alison for your contribution to Friendo and follow her online at www.nourishtoyou.ca ( http://www.nourishtoyou.ca ) and Instagram @nourishtoyou ( https://www.instagram.com/nourishtoyou/ ) Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo ( https://www.instagram.com/shophellofriendo ) Instagram @amandamuse ( https://www.instagram.com/amandamuse ) Twitter @museamanda ( https://www.twitter.com/museamanda ) Facebook /museamanda ( https://www.facebook.com/museamanda ) YouTube AmandaMuse ( https://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Edited by AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

However you came into parenting, we normally have a blueprint (good or bad) on how we want to be in our new roles. How does losing your mother in childhood impact you as a mother? My guest today, Danica Chamberlain, shares her story with us. Thank you for being here! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com ( http://www.hellofriendo.com/ ) Thank you Danica for your contribution to Friendo. Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo ( https://www.instagram.com/shophellofriendo ) Instagram @amandamuse ( https://www.instagram.com/amandamuse ) Twitter @museamanda ( https://www.twitter.com/museamanda ) Facebook /museamanda ( https://www.facebook.com/museamanda ) YouTube AmandaMuse ( https://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Edited by AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Do you ever feel "other"? Our sense of self and identity are connected to so many things. How do you cultivate community? What makes you feel connected? Today my guest Leila Schrenk shares her experience with "other" and how this has impacted her sense of belonging and her role in motherhood. Thank you for being here! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com ( http://www.hellofriendo.com/ ) Thank you Leila for your contribution to Friendo. Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo ( https://www.instagram.com/shophellofriendo ) Instagram @amandamuse ( https://www.instagram.com/amandamuse ) Twitter @museamanda ( https://www.twitter.com/museamanda ) Facebook /museamanda ( https://www.facebook.com/museamanda ) YouTube AmandaMuse ( https://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Edited by AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Anyone else seeking connection during one of the most isolating times in our lifetime? ME TOO. Today my guest, and friend, Emily Norris shares how life has been for her family over the past year. I always enjoy Emily and her positive energy and I hope you enjoy this conversation today. Thank you for being here! Explore my shop: http://www.hellofriendo.com ( http://www.hellofriendo.com/ ) Video for this episode: coming soon ( http://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Follow Emily on Instagram @mrsemilynorris ( http://www.instagram.com/mrsemilynorris ) and check out her YouTube channel HERE ( https://www.youtube.com/user/emilynorrisloves ). Follow along on social: Instagram @shophellofriendo ( https://www.instagram.com/shophellofriendo ) Instagram @amandamuse ( https://www.instagram.com/amandamuse ) Twitter @museamanda ( https://www.twitter.com/museamanda ) Facebook /museamanda ( https://www.facebook.com/museamanda ) YouTube AmandaMuse ( https://www.youtube.com/AmandaMuse ) Edited by AmandaMuse Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-sandwich/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy