Join Irene for an insightful and fabulous conversation with the amazing Dawn Petten, live from Casa Karas in Vancouver! Dawn is a mother, certified sex educator, drama teacher, and award-winning actor. She has performed in theatres across the country, including the Belfry Theatre, Electric Company Theatre, Bard  on the Beach, Touchstone Theatre, Arts Club Theatre, and Caravan Farm Theatre. She appeared in the world premiere of The Cull at the Arts Club Theatre and has graced multiple seasons of the beloved East Van Panto with Theatre Replacement. On screen, Dawn is known for her work in Eadweard, The Ballad of Niall McNeil, and Oh Sweet and Mighty Dream of Freakish Joy. Offstage, Dawn is a passionate and dynamic educator. She brings her love of storytelling into the classroom as a drama teacher, helping young people discover their voice, creativity, and confidence through theatre. Dawn is also a SEX EDUCATOR!! Her journey into sexual health education began when she volunteered with the Facts of Life Line, now known as the Sex Sense Line, a free, confidential resource provided by Options for Sexual Health. This formative experience led her to pursue formal training through Options, home to Canada’s first sexual health education certification program, developed under the leadership of Director of Education Kristin Gilbert.  As a certified sexual health educator, Dawn champions inclusive, shame-free, and empowering approaches to sexual health through Options and their outreach programs. Join Irene and Dawn as the gab away and Dawn shares her insight and experience in her career as a sex educator. Dawn's recommended books mentioned during the episode include: Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski, Better Sex Through Mindfulness by Vancouver’s own Dr. Lori Brotto, The Menopause Manifesto, The Vagenda, and Blood by Canadian OB/GYN Dr. Jen Gunter. If you would like to contact Dawn Petten please reach out to Irene! #ilo_wellnessseries

Join Irene and her gift for gab for a heartwarming and joy-filled chat with the unstoppable Gerri Torres, live from the vibrant heart of the Massey Theatre in New Westminster! A radiant soul with a heart of gold, Gerri has lived a life full of purpose, passion, and sparkle. Like Irene, she has the gift of gab and brings her wonderful personality and vibrant energy to everyone she meets! A retired Air Canada professional, Gerri brought her signature grace and warmth from her role as a customer service lead at Vancouver International Airport to her work behind the scenes as part of the team of volunteers with the beloved Royal City Musical Theatre as a backstage assistant stage manager—while also dazzling as a devoted mother to her beautiful children, life partner to her handsome husband, and cherished friend to her amazing social circle. Not only is Gerri a proud mother of four, she also holds a university degree and was an English educator in the Philippines. She’s a licensed real estate agent, a talented singer, ballet dancer, and actress—always ready for her next on-camera commercial moment! Gerri knows the value of both home and heart and lives a balanced lifestyle that allows her to enjoy a full life with a healthy mind and vibrant spirit. Known for her boundless positivity and daily acts of kindness, Gerri is the friend everyone wishes they had—always ready with a smile and a helping hand. Join Irene and Gerri as they celebrate her fabulous journey, the power of community and volunteer work, and the art of living vibrantly at every age! To learn more about Gerri, visit her Instagram page! #ilo_wellnessseries

Join Irene for an inspiring conversation with the remarkable Barbara Deutsch, live from her home in Los Angeles! Barbara is a powerhouse in life and career coaching with over 30 years of experience. She’s worked across North America, helping clients in film, TV, and beyond unlock their potential and advance their careers.  Barbara’s journey began in true Hollywood fashion—after performing for her colleagues at Epic Records, she caught the attention of music mogul Clive Davis. This led to a recording contract and a role in the national tour of Godspell. Today, Barbara wears many hats as a career and life coach, writer, performer, and proud grandmother.  As a career coach, Barbara specializes in helping people navigate career transitions, job searches, and personal development. She’s also an Adjunct Professor at Syracuse University, where she shares her wealth of knowledge with students.  Barbara is the author of the best-selling book Open Up or Shut Up and is currently working on her next release, 20% Stupid. When she’s not coaching, teaching, or writing, she’s inspiring others to achieve success and fulfillment in both their personal and professional lives.  Tune in for an unforgettable conversation full of inspiration and wisdom as Barbara and Irene gab away! To learn more about Barbara and sign up for a free introductory life coaching session, visit her website at thebarbaradeutschapproach.com. #ilo_wellnessseries

Join Irene as she sits down for an amazing and fabulous conversation with the remarkable and multi talented Moe Brody, live from her beautiful home in Arbutus! Moe has been thriving in her career, she is a powerhouse dancer, choreographer, and entrepreneur who has danced her way to success and joy! A true A-list Queen, and one of Irene's oldest besties from childhood these two gals picked up just like it was yesterday on the school playground! Moe Brody is a true force in the entertainment industry. As the co-owner of Harbour Dance Centre, she’s a pillar of the Vancouver dance community, and her influence extends far beyond the studio. From her expertise as a choreographer, teacher, and mentor to her impressive work as an adjudicator, Moe’s talents span across multiple dance genres including jazz, hip hop, contemporary, tap, musical theatre, and so much more. Her creative energy has made her a sought-after choreographer for film, TV, stage productions, and industrials. But Moe isn’t just about the glitz and glamour—she’s deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of dancers. She spends her time teaching at Harbour Dance Centre, where her love for dance is contagious, and mentoring young dancers who are following in her footsteps. Moe also shares her journey as a women living with a health issue bringing awareness to Crohn's and Colitis. Tune in for an unforgettable conversation full of laughter, wisdom, and Moe’s incredible journey from the dance floor to success! For Moe's incredible career details and contacts please visit her WEBSITE! Moe is represented by Da Costa Talent.
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Join Irene and her gift for gab as she sits down for an engaging and fabulous conversation with the remarkable Stevie Mitchell, live from her beautiful home in Kerrisdale! A true A-list Queen, Stevie has been thriving and embracing life to the fullest well into her vibrant senior years. As a retired journalist, she spent her career telling meaningful stories and sharing fashion fabulousness, and as the former Executive Director of Endeavour Society, she dedicated herself to giving back to the community, raising awareness and funds for the arts, sciences, and health. Stevie continues to inspire with her hands-on approach to being an amazing grandmother and her unwavering support for her children and friends. A proud single mother and original Diva Queen, Stevie is also a fiercely independent woman and with her sassy sense of style and love for bling, she radiates strength, warmth, and wisdom to everyone around her. Join Irene and Stevie as they take a trip down memory lane, celebrating a life well-lived, and sharing advice on how to keep a healthy mind, heart, and spirit! Join Irene as she celebrates her friend, Stevie Mitchell!!
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SEASON 04 who's ready for more!! #ilo_onlocation the podcast is back and bringing the heat! Get ready for MORE excitement, MORE fun, and tons of inspiration as we kick off the brand-new #ilo_wellnessseries, going LIVE in February 2025! This season, we are sitting down with an incredible group of WOMEN, each with a wealth of experience and ready to share their amazing insights. From lifelong adventurers living their best lives to experts making waves in their fields, you won't want to miss their stories! I can't wait for you to meet my guests amazing women with inspiring stories and valuable wisdom to share!

Get ready for MORE conversations and MORE inspiration to help keep a healthy mind and spirit. We are diving into the everyday magic that makes life special, vibrant, and fun, even when challenges come knocking. We will shine a spotlight on and CELEBRATE incredible women, as they share their secrets to longevity and how to live a dynamic, fulfilling life at any age. We will CELEBRATE our inspiring career specialists, who will share their journeys, career insights, and personal stories while answering the burning questions women of all ages are eager to ask but don't always get the chance to! You know ILO will!

For those who know me, you know I LOVE asking questions, and this season is packed with answers that will inspire and empower. In the meantime, catch up on all your favourite episodes right here or visit my webpage!! Let's do this!! 

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Irene is back!!!  Gabbing away with her fabulous friends about everything and anything!! Share some laughs, be inspired, or just take a break in your day with Irene!! Amazing women with the gift of gab, and a whole lot more!! #ilo_onlocation Season 04 is coming in the new year!!  Irene is hosting the #ilo_seniorseries!! That's right!! Incredible women who are SENIORS and have led incredible lives and are still living theirs to the fullest!!  Wahoo let's have some fun!!! Catch up on all of Irene's episodes on your favourite platforms!!  - photo by jamiethephotographer.com | - theme song by connor wilkinson 
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That's a Season 3 Wrap!!!  Thank you so much to all my AMAZING guests who joined me on Season 3 #ilo_onlocation the podcast for my #ilo_artistseries and thank you to all my listeners who tuned in!! I had an absolute ball gabbing away and celebrating  my fabulous friends artistic careers and accomplishments!!  They are all so inspiring and their contribution to the Arts in Canada and all over the world is incredible!! Thank you Christina Sicoli, Gillian Hurtig, Barbara Tomasic, Lisa Stevens, Caitriona Murphy, Jennie Neumann, Katrina Reynolds, Meghan Gardiner, Sarah Rodgers, Sharon Crandall and Tracey Power!! Share some laughs, be inspired, or just take a break in your day with these Queens!! See you again next season on #ilo_onlocation the podcast!!! xoxo!!  - photo by jamiethephotographer.com | - theme song by connor wilkinson

Irene gabs away with the multi-talented Tracey Power, live from her current Directing contract in Alberta, BC! Tracey has incredible career all over Canada working as an Actress, a Director, a Choreographer, a Producer and she is a published Writer and Creator of multiple published Plays! She is an award winner and a multi nominee from the Jessie Richardson Awards, the Ovation Awards and the Sterling Haynes Awards. Her last name says it all, POWER!!  Her Plays have been produced and performed in multiple Theatre companies all across Canada and Tracey is in demand both on and off the stage, infront of the camera, and at the helm directing and choreographing musicals as well as her new works across BC.  Hit shows, like "Chelesea Hotel", "Glory", "Miss Shekespeare", "The Jungle Book", and she is currently on tour with her latest collaboration "Hey Viola", and "Chelsea Hotel" is being performed again at the Firehall Arts Centre in February 2024!  Tracey's last show "The Prom" just closed after a successful summer run at Theatre Under the Stars, and she is opening her next show as we speak at the Mayfield Theatre! While Tracey is dominating the Theatre industry with her work she is also performing keeping busy as an actress in such shows as "Ubuntu", "Urinetown", "Les Miserables", "The Wizard of Oz", "La Cage Aux Folles", and multiple roles for Hallmark, Lifetime and the CW Networks.  Like I said her last name says it all Power!!  She's a power house and an amazing woman who brings her positive and warm energy to the workroom, her freindships and any company she is working with making her one of Canadas in demand Artists in all mediums and soon enough we will see her transition her creations from the stage to the screen!!!  ALIST!!!! To BOOK Tracey for her Acting, Directing, Choreographing and Writing skills please contact her Agent Lisa King, at King Talent Inc. To learn more about Tracey and see her upcoming projects please visit her Social Media platforms on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and her personal website at www.traceypower.ca.  Join me in celebrating my friend, Tracey Power!!
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Irene gabs away with the fabulous Sharon Crandall, live from her home in Port Moody!  Sharon is an amazing woman who has an incredible career all over Canada both on the stage and the screen!  She is an Actress, Mother of two, Singer, Educator, and a multi nominated and award recipient for multiple Theatre awards  and nominations from the Jesse Richardson Awards the Ovation Awards, and this year she received her first nomination from the Canadian Screen Awards for the television series "Pillow Talk" currently airing on Crave TV where she plays series regular Mia alongside her onscreen and off screen life partner.  She has performed in multiple television series including "The Last of Us" for HBO, "Motherland", "Turner and Hooch" and multiple movies of the week including "Christmas at the Golden Dragon", "A Clüsterfünke Christmas", and currently she is shooting Hallmarks "Holiday Road".  This Christmas you will not only see her in your favourite Christmas movies you will also see Sharon play the role of  Lois Lin in Hallmarks Christmas TV series "Holidazed".  Sharon has performed all over Canada dominating the stage in both musical productions and plays in such shows as "9 to 5" The Musical, "Matilda", "In the Heights", "Shrek", "Lysistrata", and currently she is performing in not one but two productions at Bard on the Beach  in "As You Like It" and "Julius Caesar" and if you don’t get a chance to see her this summer under the tents you can see her shine on stage this holiday season in "Elf: The Musical" for the Arts Club Theatre Company.  Sharon is not only an incredible Actresses bringing her beauty inside and out to your stages and televisions, she's an incredible Mom  raising her two beautiful children and her fur baby, she's an amazing Singer and Acting Coach, she's in demand all over Canada both on the stage and infront of the camera and she is a ray of warmth and sunshine!  To BOOK Sharon Crandall for her Alist Acting talent please contact her Agent Kendra Naka at The Characters Talent Agency.  To learn more about Sharon please visit her website at www.sharoncrandallofficial.com.  To follow Sharon on Social Media please visit her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Join me in celebrating my friend, Sharon Crandall!!
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