What if we don’t know HOW to take up space? Maybe it wasn’t taught to us growing up? Or it’s not naturally part of our culture? Krystl Fabella, the founder of Filipina on the Rise, joins the pod for a vulnerable conversation about how we realized we need to take up space and what to actually do about it. Erika and Krystl talk about their Filipino upbringing, imposter syndome, the upper limit problem and developing self compassion. Tune in to be inspired to be kind to yourself and own who you are authentically.

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Identity shifts can be scary. But more often than not, after you go through the storm of learning and unlearning, you come out a much better person. In this solo episode, Erika breaks the phases of identity shifts and how she’s experienced all of them herself. Erika talks everything from leaving her corporate job, coming out and even crying after getting booted from reality TV. Tune in to get the inspo you need for your next identity shift.

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Feeling burnt out? You’re not alone. Mental health expert Calissa Ngozi joins the podcast to help you spot the early signs of burnout and share advice to prevent your burnout from turning into a breakdown. In this episode, Calissa emphasizes the importance of self care, boundaries and making time for yourself even with a busy schedule. Make sure you share this episode with anyone in your life who might be pushing themselves to burn out.

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How do we actually learn to take up space? Jaimie Weisberg is a content creator with over 1.8 million followers and she’s on a journey to do just that. Jaimie built her platform on overcoming judgement and fostering self acceptance. She shares her experiences building a supportive community on social media, dealing with online hate and her mission to make sure everyone who feels different, feels loved for who they are. Get inspired to find self worth despite all the noise and societal pressures. If you or someone you know needs a reminder that they’re enough, this episode is a must listen!

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What does it take to create your dream life? Aileen Xu of Lavendaire set out to do just that and her journey grew into a YouTube channel with 2.5M subscribers. Get ready to learn how to become the artist of your life. Aileen opens up about how feeling overlooked and underestimated propelled to start a creative career and how her former insecurities helped her to build a self-help channel and business. She shares her secret to persevering through years of zero views and building a community of millions of subscribers. Plus, Erika and Aileen talk about what their purple hair means for their identities. Tune in for a talk about intuition and getting clear on your dreams!

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How do you truly build confidence? In this highly requested episode, Erika attempts to answer the question that plagues so many people. Erika shares her top lessons on confidence that she learned after her time on Survivor, during her early years in the corporate world and through surprising herself time and time again. Get ready for some practical advice with a heavy dose of self compassion!

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Marci Ien is a trailblazer whose career has spanned from groundbreaking journalism to politics as Canada’s former Minister of Women, Gender Equality and Youth. Known for telling the stories that shaped our nation, Marci stepped into the political arena to shape the future herself. In this episode, she opens up about the challenges she faced, including being one of the few Black students in journalism school, overcoming doubts when told she “didn’t have what it takes,” and facing online backlash as a co-host on The Social. But it’s these experiences that fueled her commitment to advocating for Canadians. In this powerful conversation, Marci shares her perspective on why DEI is under attack, offers a heartfelt message for gender-diverse people who feel afraid right now, and paints a hopeful vision for the future of women, youth, and gender-diverse people in Canada. Prepare to be inspired by her resilience, vision, and unshakable belief in the power of change.

Note: This episode was recorded before Marci announced that she will not run for re-election.

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Struggling with imposter syndrome? You’re not alone. In this episode, 3x certified life coach Coach Carey breaks down what imposter syndrome really is and how to overcome it. She shares her personal journey with being underestimated in school and how she built unshakable confidence. Learn practical tools like affirmations, boundary setting, and positive self talk to silence self-doubt.

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How do you turn an unexpected layoff into your next opportunity? Carlos Bustamante is an icon in Canadian media. As the former host of the Zone on YTV and reporter on Entertainment Tonight Canada, he was a mainstay on Canadian TV for decades … until ET Canada got cancelled. Carlos shares his ongoing journey of navigating life after a setback and turning it into an opportunity for creative freedom. Plus, Carlos talks about taming his own inner critic and representing his Filipino heritage on TV.

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Is social media comparison making you underestimate yourself? Brigitte Truong joins the pod to explore the pressures and mental health impacts of social media. Brigitte is a host, producer and “recovering influencer” who is advocating for healthy social media boundaries for teens. Brigitte and Erika open up their personal experiences of feeling the influencer comparison trap and share their coping strategies. Tune in for tips on how to navigate social media pressure and gain insights on maintaining mental well-being in the digital age.

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