PARLAY Podcast

Senator, a title that carries a unique cachet for trust, wisdom, guidance, and for this podcast host, a bit of intimidation to be frank. Thankfully, my guest today, Senator Karen Sorensen, is also approachable, generous, and has a wit and sense of humour about her that makes everyone feel welcome in her presence. Fresh into her new appointment as one of Canada’s newest Senators, Karen’s story is one full of pivots that she has parlayed to create each new and exciting next step. With her...

This week we continue the conversation for Part 2 with Certified Divorce Coach, Heidi Dinning. Diving deeper into the importance and tactics for communication, Heidi shares personal and professional stories to demonstrate different scenarios and effective ways of setting boundaries. The discussion also leads us to the topics of introducing a new partner, as well as the challenges and possibilities this can bring with it. Throughout, Heidi competently provides sage adv...

Divorce. Although it may be commonplace in today's society, it is still such a challenging and difficult subject. Progress is being made towards understanding, moving through, and moving on after a relationship has run its course but that doesn’t mean that it is smooth sailing, far from it in many respects. During this two-part episode, I am joined by my friend, Heidi Dinning, who is a CDC®Certified Divorce Coach and CDC®Certified Divorce Transition and Recovery Coach....

Flaneur – a purposeful wanderer, strolling the streets absorbing everything their senses possibly can to fuel their creative mind. My guest today, Jennifer Cloutier, is precisely that. A multi-hyphenate creative with a passion for observing the ordinary and turning it into the extraordinary. From small town roots to criss-crossing the globe, her curiosity led her to develop her talents in a variety of artistic mediums. Jenn’s ability to know and stay true to herself is rare, but at times have...

Books and a good cozy sweatshirt….name a better combination as we brace for another Canadian winter. Ecommerce entrepreneur, Kelly Bruce of The Happiest Collection, knows plenty about both. In 2014 the steep decline of the energy sector in Calgary forced Kelly from the comfort of her role of 16 years in the industry. Viewing this as an opportunity, she set out on her own and created Little Blue Canoe, an ecommerce site dedicated to “Curating Canada”. Taking it one step...

Join Dr. Shannon Vander Doelen and I for the second half of our discussion on infertility, pregnancy loss, and the realities of navigating this challenging situation that many families encounter. We continue where our conversation left off, speaking frankly of our personal experiences and covering a variety of topics often not discussed. Some takeaways from this episode include:the importance of assembling a team who can help support not only your physical health but also your ment...

Dr. Shannon Vander Doelen is a Toronto-based licensed Naturopathic Doctor, wellness speaker and entrepreneur. She supports people on their journey to, and through motherhood - from hormonal health and fertility, to pregnancy and postpartum. Shannon is also a mother, a mother who is on her own journey of secondary infertility. It was through her thoughtful and articulate online presence that we connected. After having a single phone conversation, I knew that Shannon was THE p...

Join me and former PARLAY guest, Courtney Gregory, as we team up to share important information regarding Calgary's Annual Gear Up Event, happening on November 4th. For those who tuned in, you know that Courtney is very involved in the Calgary community, specifically with at-risk youth. The event will be held on November 4th in the parking lot of The Alex community centre. Please note that all donations be dropped off or made online by November 1st! Please see be...

The literary world erupted for author Ashley Audrain’s The Push as it set records and became one of the most anticipated releases for 2021. And, although it may appear to be an "overnight success" as a New York Times, Sunday Times and #1 international bestseller, including appearances on Good Morning America, the real story is actually the making of the story, and the making of a brilliant writer…one small step at a time. Ashely has always been a lover of writing, and after ...

Courtney Gregory has a lot on her plate, both literally and figuratively. In the midst of starting and running her own catering company, Catered by Courtney, she is also currently working her way through the Nutrition Science program offered through Stanford Medicine, in the Department of Nutrition Science. This is all in addition to raising two young kids, and supporting her husband who has been in the thick of Covid as a frontline physician in our Calgary hospitals. Growing...