We came, we saw, we conquered this challenge! We searched high and low, brought together an esteemed group of panelists and collectively agreed on which cookie truly deserved the title. Who knew cookie tasting could be so exhausting, what a sugar rush!

We visit 14 bake shops to test their cookies, swap best recipes & weigh-in. The BEST chocolate chip cookie of 2019 is…

Follow our guests Jess Emin @eatwithjessie / Nicole Cameron @nicolenova

This week we talk with Michele Giffin, owner of Oz Shoes.

Michele shares her story with us on how Oz came to life, bringing her idea to reality, all the while tying back to her philosophy on life. Her passion for all things shoes and fashion teaches us the real magic behind a great pair of shoes. We also cover what it’s like to work in retail, buying trips (heaven), and of course the ups, and downs of working on your own. If you don't know what a #shoefie is, Michele teaches us exactly what that means.

Visit Oz Shoes:
ozshoes.com
@welcome.to.oz

On this week's episode, Rival & Queen gets high. We've got the COO of Breathing Green Solutions, Joe Sanford, on to teach us all about cannabis. We learn about THC, CBD, Indica, Sativa... all of the words you've heard before but may not quite understand. Joe gives us a Cannabis 101 lesson, teaches us about the different characteristics of weed, the chemistry and growing methods, how to start exploring cannabis recreationally and we answer some fan questions.

We smoke Strawberry Sky by Skosha.

Connie McInnes, the creator of R Studios (@rstudiosns) has built a strong brand and fitness community with 3 locations in only 5 years. Connie’s rethinking what community fitness means and pushing the boundaries to create a place where everyone feels welcome in the community.

In this episode, Connie shares her story and shines a light on how she brought her vision to life. We go deep into her creative process, the need for isolation and creating space for yourself, the R Studios experience (yoga, pilates, HIIT and more), and personal growth.

Okay, we have had a few requests for us to shine more light on who we are and how we became Rival & Queen. In this episode, you will get to know more about us, Ashley Kielbratowski & Sarah Murphy, as we interview each other in a fun, rapid-fire Q&A! Startup / tech women by day, podcast hosts by night.

Connect with us on social:
@rivalandqueen
@ashleykiel
@sar.murph

Part 2 of our conversation with Vicky Mina and Jacquelyn LeRue.

This week we talk about chasing your calling. We cover Vicky's journey into becoming a makeup artist, Jacquelyn's path to becoming a hairstylist and salon owner, and how creatives can work together to elevate their industry. Bonus: Jacquelyn and Vicky also share their favourite hair and makeup products. 

Connect with these ladies on Instagram:

@vickyminamakeup 

@jacquelyn_theparlour

@theparlourhalifax

We discuss what it means to show up and feel powerful in your own skin. Vicky Mina and Jacqueline LeRue help women look and feel their best every day. Makeup artist & hairstylist turned dynamic duo, they are no strangers to supporting women in their community in so many ways. Both Moms of 3 and entrepreneurs, these fierce women know how to get shit done (and look great doing it). 

Connect with these ladies on Instagram:

@vickyminamakeup 

@jacquelyn_theparlour

@theparlourhalifax

This week we meet the ladies behind the Boos & Bourbon podcast, Kim Moser and Jen Taylor. Kim & Jen introduce us to bourbon and guide us through our very first tasting! In a very fitting Halloween episode, the also girls share their personal ghost stories and their spooky trip to Kentucky. 

Find Kim & Jen: @boosandbourbon / listen in to the podcast

Bourbon recommendations: Angel's Envy, Weller Antique 107

Singer-songwriter Dave Sampson shines light on a topic we know nothing about, the music industry. Dave, a talented Cape Bretoner is paving his own way from here to Nashville. We learn about his new EP entitled All Types of Ways, what goes into creating an album, his songwriting process, and his first Gold-Record as a songwriter - with Snoop Dogg & Classified no less. 

@dave.sampson

Listen to Dave's new EP - All Types of Ways

The stars, the sun, your rising moon - what does it all mean? This week we chat with astrology enthusiast Amanda McMillan. We cover everything from astrology in dating and its popularity in the queer community. The Toronto native also lays the smackdown on us about our East Coast-isms.    

Show notes: 

• Sign up for Amanda’s newsletter, Hot Take: https://tinyletter.com/amandemic
• Astrology apps: Co-star astrology app / Daily Horoscope
• Birth Chart: https://www.costarastrology.com/natal-chart/
• Two if by Sea cafe in Halifax