In this episode of Miss Matched, Nicole sits down with Paula Vesio, Registered Therapist and founder of House of Wellness Therapies, for an honest conversation about postpartum mental health. Paula shares her lived experience as a new mom, unpacking postpartum anxiety, sleep deprivation, intrusive thoughts, and the pressure to “bounce back.”

Together, they break down the difference between baby blues, postpartum depression, and postpartum anxiety, how relationships shift after a baby, and how partners, friends, and family can offer real support. Plus, Paula introduces her FREE resource, The Grounded Mother, designed to help new parents feel more regulated and less alone.

If you’re navigating postpartum—or supporting someone who is—this episode is for you.

In this episode of Miss Matched, Nicole sits down with Katie Zeppieri, founder and chief brand strategist of Mic Drop Agency, to talk about career reinvention, personal branding, and navigating a constantly changing professional landscape. From chasing a broadcasting dream to building an award-winning PR and marketing agency with offices in Toronto and Austin, Katie shares the real lessons she learned along the way.

They dive into what it means to think like a business in 2026, how to stand out on LinkedIn and in job searches, why resilience and adaptability matter more than a “perfect path,” and how setbacks can become the foundation for long-term success.

If you’re feeling stuck, rethinking your career, or looking for practical advice on how to pivot with confidence, this episode is for you.

What happens when your phone is basically attached to your hip… and your wellness is quietly paying the price? In this episode of Miss Matched, Nicole sits down with Lisa Chang (tech + lifestyle expert, public speaker, and mom of 10-year-old) for a real-talk conversation about technology, mental health, relationships, and modern habits — and whether tech is helping us thrive… or slowly burning us out.Lisa shares her personal health wake-up call, how holistic healing + therapy + spirituality changed everything, and why human connection can’t be replaced by AI — even in a world obsessed with algorithms. They also unpack fake dopamine vs real dopamine, doomscrolling, parenting in the age of YouTube Shorts, “C spaces” (community spaces), and how to bring back the simplest wellness ritual of all: meals at the table.If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, burnt out, or like your attention span is toast… this one’s for you.In this episode:- What “health” really means (mental, emotional, spiritual, physical)- Tech’s impact on relationships + wellbeing- AI, Google diagnoses, and why human care still matters- Burnout, scrolling, and dopamine crashes- Kids, screens, and “brain rot” culture- Why community spaces (“C spaces”) reduce loneliness and social anxiety- Virtual healthcare + advocating for yourself in Canada’s healthcare system- Grief, healing, and finding connection after loss- Why the dinner table might be the ultimate wellness reset

Miss Matched Holiday Wrap Part 2 — and we’re replaying the most OMG, spicy, messy, and “SAME” moments from the season. From Hollywood-level love stories to the Toronto dating trenches, we break down dating timelines, intuition, love bombing, dating app burnout, and why “soulmates” sometimes show up in the wrong gift wrap.Featuring highlights from Nick Viall, Andrea Lo, psychic matchmaker Deborah Graham, Sera and Michael from Harmony PEC, plus unforgettable advice on boundaries, self-worth, healing, and how to date smarter (not harder). Grab a coffee (or something stronger) and let’s toast to love in all its forms.

The holidays have a way of turning the volume up on everything — the love we’re holding, the love we’ve lost, and the feelings we didn’t have time to process all year. In this Miss Matched holiday special, I’m sharing a more personal reflection on family, traditions, grief, and self-care… and then we’re revisiting some of the most powerful moments from past episodes that hit extra hard in December.You’ll hear honest, emotional, and unexpectedly hopeful conversations about:- heartbreak + healing- divorce + freedom- therapy, trauma & emotional regulation- chosen family- rebuilding after a breakup- why gratitude can shift everythingFeaturing unforgettable clips from some stellar guests — plus some real talk on what it means to find peace when you’re not fully okay (yet). If the holidays are beautiful and brutal for you… you’re not alone. 💛🔔 Don’t forget to: Like, subscribe, and share this with someone who needs a little softness right now.

Pop culture besties, this one’s for you. We’re breaking down 2025’s most talked-about celebrity relationships — the makeups, breakups, “are they or aren’t they,” and the couples we can’t stop projecting our own love lives onto.

I’m joined by Vicky Sparks (host of The Boost on SiriusXM Canada) to unpack everything from Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce to Selena & Benny, Kylie & Timothée, Katy & Trudeau, and more — plus dating app chaos, meeting “in the wild,” and why some couples give us hope (and others give us stress).

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What happens when you build a “marriage-minded” love story while living with narcolepsy and a 120lb Great Dane service dog?

In this episode of Miss Matched, I sit down with international speaker, productivity expert, and author Michelle Weger to talk about narcolepsy, life with her service dog Quinn, and how she went from first date… to moving in 5 days later… to married in 7 months (and still going strong 9 years later).We get into:- What narcolepsy actually is (beyond the TV stereotypes)- How Quinn helps keep Michelle safe every single day- Marriage-minded dating, money talks, timelines & tough conversations early- Disability, boundaries, and building an “accessible high-performance” lifeIf you’re into love stories, invisible disabilities, service dogs, or dating with intention, you’ll love this one. Like, comment & subscribe for more real-talk on dating, love, and modern relationships.

In this episode of Miss Matched, Nicole sits down with Toronto creator, entrepreneur, and podcast host Ricky Liorti (aka YourPalRick) for a real, unfiltered conversation on dating, mental health, personal growth, and what it truly means to build a life you love. From running marathons and buying a new condo, to navigating burnout, therapy, and finding purpose, Ricky opens up about the habits and mindset shifts that changed his life. They dive into Toronto dating culture, long-distance love, travel adventures, goal-setting, friendships in your 30s, and why becoming the best version of yourself is the key to finding the right partner. Whether you're single, healing, or leveling up, this episode is packed with heart, humor, and hard-earned wisdom. Don't forget to subscribe and comment below.

What happens when “passion” turns into control? In this solo episode of Miss Matched, Nicole shares the dating story she’s never told — a relationship that started with chemistry and love bombing but spiraled into jealousy, manipulation, and one night that changed everything. She opens up about confusing intensity with intimacy, ignoring early red flags, and realizing that someone else’s insecurity is not your responsibility to fix.

Nicole also reflects on walking away, rebuilding her confidence, and learning that the right person will never be threatened by her freedom. If you’ve ever stayed too long or tried to shrink yourself for someone else’s comfort, this one will hit home. Press play for the full story — and the chapter that heartbreak helped her grow into.

This week on Miss Matched, I sit down with Calissa Ngozi — award-winning mental health educator, speaker, professor, single mom, and the powerhouse behind The Oxygen Mask Mindset. We get REAL about dating in 2025 (aka a dumpster fire), rebuilding after divorce, setting boundaries that actually stick, and learning to love yourself before you love anyone else. Calissa opens up about healing childhood wounds, co-parenting with compassion, redefining self-care, and building a legacy her kids can be proud of. Her story is brave, raw, funny, and full of “I needed to hear that” moments. If you’re dating, healing, exhausted, hopeful, or somewhere in between — this episode is for you.