Marissa Leon-John is best known for her two visits to the Masterchef Canada kitchen, but this self-taught chef has lived a life of authenticity long before her time on reality TV. Marissa opens up about the pressures of being an all star, her time in the military and leaving her corporate job. Plus, she talks about coming out to her Caribbean immigrant family and what her uncle said to her during a visit to St Lucia.Follow the podcast on Instagram @happytoseemepodFollow Erika on Instagram @erika_casFollow Marissa on Instagram @ellejays_Please rate, review and subscribe!Host, creator and executive producer: Erika CasupananBrand strategy by Natalie CunninghamEditing by InHouse CreativeMusic by Dylan MackenziePodcast visual design by Amanda McCuskerPhotography by Spring Morris

Neda Kalantar is here for her first interview in six years (!!!). She opens up about how the hate she received after Big Brother Canada season 2 impacted the way she approached the game in season 5. Neda and Erika bond over growing up with a money scarcity mindset and reflect on how their relationships with their respective reality shows may have run their course. Follow the podcast on Instagram @happytoseemepodFollow Erika on Instagram @erika_casFollow Neda on Instagram @neda_kalantarPlease rate, review and subscribe!Host, creator and executive producer: Erika CasupananBrand strategy by Natalie CunninghamEditing by InHouse CreativeMusic by Dylan MackenziePodcast visual design by Amanda McCuskerPhotography by Spring Morris

Celeste Anderson is a professional gamer and the first winner of the reality show King of the Nerds back in 2013. She opens up about backlash after winning the competition and being under edited. Celeste talks about overcoming self doubt, going back to school in her late 20s and the positive self talk that helped her get through a cancer diagnosis. Erika's mind is blown over how similar their reality TV experiences were.Follow the podcast on Instagram @happytoseemepodFollow Erika on Instagram @erika_casFollow Celeste on Instagram @itsbiittersweetErika's Globe and Mail article:https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-amplify-winning-survivor-wasnt-the-games-biggest-hurdle/Please rate, review and subscribe!Host, creator and executive producer: Erika CasupananBrand strategy by Natalie CunninghamEditing by InHouse CreativeMusic by Dylan MackenziePodcast visual design by Amanda McCuskerPhotography by Spring Morris

The iconic Tai Trang of Survivor: Kaôh Rōng and Survivor: Game Changers shares his story of moving to the US as a Vietnamese refugee. He candidly shares stories about fleeing by boat and the challenges he faced when he arrived in America. Plus, Tai talks about being popular with kids and how he first got into caring for birds.Follow the podcast on Instagram @happytoseemepodFollow Erika on Instagram @erika_casPlease rate, review and subscribe!Host, creator and executive producer: Erika CasupananBrand strategy by Natalie CunninghamEditing by InHouse CreativeMusic by Dylan MackenziePodcast visual design by Amanda McCuskerPhotography by Spring Morris

Filipino-American Dr. Kevin Nadal is a psychologist and a leading researcher in understanding the impacts of microaggressions. In this episode, Dr. Kevin talks about Filipinos in pop culture, what makes the Filipino North American experience unique from other Asian groups and the lasting impact of racism. Plus, Dr. Kevin weights in on why Asian women are called "sneaky" and targeted on Survivor.Follow the podcast on Instagram @happytoseemepodFollow Erika on Instagram @erika_casFollow Dr. Kevin Nadal on Instagram @kevinnadalFollow Larry the Musical on Instagram @larrythemusicalPlease rate, review and subscribe!Host, creator and executive producer: Erika CasupananBrand strategy by Natalie CunninghamEditing by InHouse CreativeMusic by Dylan MackenziePodcast visual design by Amanda McCuskerPhotography by Spring Morris

Olympic boxer Mandy Bujold may have 169 amateur bouts under her belt, but she's fought for years beyond the boxing ring. Mandy is a historic Canadian boxer with 11 national championships, two Pan American games titles and two Olympic appearances to her name. Yet, multiple times in her career she uncovered the inequality for women in the highest levels of sports. In this episode, Mandy talks about how she processed an unexplainable loss and a precedent-setting litigation that created more access for women athletes around the world.Follow the podcast on Instagram @happytoseemepodFollow Erika on Instagram @erika_casFollow Mandy on Instagram @mandybujoldPlease rate, review and subscribe!Host, creator and executive producer: Erika CasupananBrand strategy by Natalie CunninghamEditing by InHouse CreativeMusic by Dylan MackenziePodcast visual design by Amanda McCuskerPhotography by Spring Morris

Todd Herzog, winner of Survivor China and Erika's all-time favourite Survivor player, talks about having his life dream come true at the age of 22. Plus, Todd is candid about what it was like having his struggles with alcoholism broadcast to millions. He shares his next dream (which is a lot simpler). This episode contains a lot of Erika fangirling over Todd.Follow the podcast on Instagram @happytoseemepodFollow Erika on Instagram @erika_casFollow Todd on Instagram @toddherzogFollow Todd's Pop Shop on Instagram @toddspopshopPlease rate, review and subscribe!Host, creator and executive producer: Erika CasupananBrand strategy by Natalie CunninghamEditing by InHouse CreativeMusic by Dylan MackenziePodcast visual design by Amanda McCuskerPhotography by Spring Morris

Before Sydney Lotuaco appeared on the Bachelor and Bachelor in Paradise, she had never had a boyfriend. In spite of not having romantic relationship experience, she always stuck up for herself and knew her worth. In this episode, she talks about how there's no shame in being a late bloomer and what it's like to date in front of millions. Plus, she shares how her now fiancé was a fan who slid into her DMs. Love happens in the right timing!Follow the podcast on Instagram @happytoseemepodFollow Erika on Instagram @erika_casFollow Sydney on Instagram @sydneylotuacoFollow Sydney's podcast Something to Share on Instagram @somethingtosharepodcastPlease rate, review and subscribe!Host, creator and executive producer: Erika CasupananBrand strategy by Natalie CunninghamEditing by InHouse CreativeMusic by Dylan MackenziePodcast visual design by Amanda McCuskerPhotography by Spring Morris

Taylor Lindsay-Noel of Access By Tay has never let her wheelchair slow her down. Taylor is a disability advocate, CEO, motivational speaker and content creator known for her accessibility reviews of restaurants. In this episode, Taylor talks about thriving despite misconceptions she faces as a Black disabled woman CEO. Plus, Taylor opens up about how the accident that left her paralyzed changed the lives of her friends and family too.Follow the podcast on Instagram @happytoseemepodFollow Erika on Instagram @erika_casFollow Taylor on tiktok @accessbytayFollow Taylor on Instagram @accessbytayPlease rate, review and subscribe!Host, creator and executive producer: Erika CasupananBrand strategy by Natalie CunninghamEditing by InHouse CreativeMusic by Dylan MackenziePodcast visual design by Amanda McCuskerPhotography by Spring Morris

At just 20 years old, drag performer Makayla Couture is a force to be reckoned with. Makayla made an impact as the teenage makeover candidate on Canada's Drag Race S2E8. She went on the compete on Call Me Mother where she made it to the finale. In this episode, Makayla opens up about navigating her trans journey as a teenager and the support from the queer community. Plus, she shares advice for anyone questioning their gender identity and how we can all be better allies.Follow the podcast on Instagram @happytoseemepodFollow Erika on Instagram @erika_casFollow Makayla on Instagram @makayla.couturePlease rate, review and subscribe!Host, creator and executive producer: Erika CasupananBrand strategy by Natalie CunninghamEditing by InHouse CreativeMusic by Dylan MackenziePodcast visual design by Amanda McCuskerPhotography by Spring Morris