The Olive You Podcast

It’s a wrap on Season 2 of The Olive You Podcast! In this deeply honest and heartfelt solo episode, OG Olive Branch Mentor Shannon reflects on the extraordinary journey of Season 2 — from unforgettable guests to personal breakthroughs, career changes, and the birth of bold new ideas like Brains on Tap.

💬 Expect raw vulnerability, unfiltered reflection, and powerful takeaways as Shannon navigates:The highs and lows of being a creator, mentor, and human

The impact of mass layoffs in higher education

Building a community out of chaos and creativity

Personal evolution, heartbreak, and resilience

Exciting new projects like Brains on Tap Canada, library partnerships, and studio collaborations.

✨ Whether you’re a long-time listener or brand new, this episode is a masterclass in courage, community, and finding purpose through passion.

🫶 Subscribe, like, and share to support this growing grassroots movement. Season 3 is coming — and it’s going to be bigger than ever.

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Chapters:

00:00 // Wrapping Up Season 2 With Olive You!

03:07 // Reflecting on Season 2 of TOYP - First Half

13:43 // Reflecting on Season 2 of TOYP - Second Half

30:57 // Navigating Single-Life | Reciprocal Pursuit of Meaning

34:32 // A New Project - Brains On Tap

39:23 // Getting Real About Community

41:44 // A New Podcast Set? A New Partner?

46:15 // Having Fun Isn't Hard - When You Have A Library Card!

51:56 // Looking To The Future - Plugging Away

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In this powerful, no-holds-barred episode of The Olive You Podcast, host Robin reunites with Sham to talk about everything from the male loneliness epidemic, modern misogyny, women’s rights, and the rise of tradwife culture, to why Gen Z isn’t staying quiet anymore.

Expect real talk, fiery takes, and critical reflection on gender dynamics, third spaces, allyship, and what it means to hold power as a woman in 2025. This is more than just a vent session—it’s a manifesto in the making.

🎙️ Topics Covered:

• Misogyny, feminism & backlash culture
• Mental health & loneliness in men
• The rise of toxic influencers (Andrew Tate, etc.)
• Third spaces and rebuilding community
• Internships, ambassador programs, and youth empowerment

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In this heartfelt episode of The Olive You Podcast, we sit down with Jonathan—a former student, now a healthcare administrative professional—who shares his rollercoaster journey from hospitality to healthcare. We discuss toxic work environments, the pressures of adulting in your 20s, and what it's really like working behind the scenes in hospitals.Jonathan opens up about burnout, relocating to Montreal, navigating co-ops, and how a sushi job at a hospital changed his life. Whether you're a student, a young professional, or someone thinking of switching careers, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughter, and real talk.📅 New episodes drop Tuesdays at 6pm EST

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🎧 Topics Covered:

Career change advice for young professionals

Healthcare admin vs hospitality jobs

Mental health and burnout in your 20s

Realities of the job market

Authentic mentorship stories

Chapters:

00:00 // Introductions

03:04 // A Life and Career Before Healthcare

11:25 // The Job Search 10 Years Ago | Transactional Networking | Living in Montreal

17:34 // Planting the Seed Of A Career in Healthcare - Its All Connected

24:40 // The Living Situation in Montreal

33:26 // Finding Independence and Keeping Parents In The Loop

35:47 // Coming Back Home and Soulsearching

38:25 // Going Back To School To Study Office Admin - Healthcare Services

48:18 // Jumping into A Healthcare Career | The Rose-Coloured Glasses Came Off QUICK!

55:44 // Whats Interesting About Patient Flow?

57:37 // Dealing with Patients | Navigating Entitlement

01:03:48 // Healthcare Vs. Service Industry

01:08:19 // What Does The Future Behold for Jonathan?

01:14:19 // Talking Points - Are You A Good Listener?

01:17:59 // Talking Points - What Do You Do When You Don't Agree With Someone?

01:22:19 // The Olive & The Pit

01:25:41 // Conclusions

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🎙️ In this powerful episode of The Olive You Podcast, we sit down with Parul, an immigrant from India who shares her raw and emotional journey to Canada. From escaping cultural constraints and seeking empowerment to navigating the realities of international education and the promise of permanent residency (PR), Parul opens up about the truth behind the "Canadian Dream".

🚨 Expect honest conversations about:

The emotional toll of immigration and cultural expectations

The exploitation within student recruitment agencies

The real cost of education for international students

Life after landing: Jobs, PR, and unmet expectations

Why Parul believes more awareness is needed for aspiring immigrants

This episode is a must-watch for international students, immigrants, and allies seeking to understand the complex realities behind global migration and personal growth.

🔔 Subscribe for more real stories from professionals and change-makers around the world.

Chapters:

00:00 // A Brand New Connection | Why Canada?

06:28 // What Are People Not From Canada Told About Emigrating to The Country?

11:23 // Immigration | Exploitation and Mentality

17:12 // 70/30 | Applying Yourself | Losing Faith in The System

22:27 // Immigration Crisis - It Can Only Bend So Much Before It Breaks

26:18 // Its Difficult just talking about it

29:55 // The Career Development Rug-Pull | Getting The Support You Need

33:21 // Being Real With How You Feel | Support For International Students

37:16 // Accountability and Seeing Through The BS

42:01 // Wisdom For Navigating Life As An International Student/Professional

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Welcome back to another amazing installment of The Olive You Podcast! This time around, Shannon extends the olive branch to Rahul Ande, a driven, successful and wise young professional. The two of them get deep into discussing and sharing their knowledge around career development. Theres so much to unpack with this episode, some really poignant tips Rahul and Shannon share, and tons of value to be found - be sure not to miss this one!

Chapters:

00:00 // Introductions, Another LinkedIn Connection | Why Canada?

07:13 // Breaking the 9-5 Working Routine

10:08 // Emailing - A Top Skill For Finding Career Success

15:13 // Wading Through A.I. Slop To Find Authenticity | How to Keep Content Human

21:45 // The Psychology of Sales | "Sell Me This Pen" Exercise

27:03 // Finding & Maintaining Your Flow

32:29 // Wisdom for Achieveing a Successful Career | A Strategic Approach

46:49 // Navigating a Career Transition

54:02 // Showing Up To Life | If Life's a Game - PLAY IT!

57:27 // Is Job-Hopping a Positive Thing? | Strategic Moves For Career Development

01:00:03 // Managing Your Content Consumption Is CRITICAL!

01:04:53 // Community | Having Your People In Your Corner

01:09:00 // Talking Points - What Stressed You Out Today?

01:12:24 // Balancing Personal & Professional Life

01:17:58 // Talking Points - Who Always Puts You In a Good Mood?

01:23:25 // The Olive & The Pit

01:36:26 // Saying Goodbye - Until Next Time

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We're so excited to share another installment of The Olive You Podcast with olive you! Today we have another epic conversation! This time around Shannon extends the olive branch to Robinpreet Kaur, another close friend with keen experiences navigating life as an international student. Robinpreet shares her wisdom about living abroad in Canada, the importance of community, key cultural differences between Canada and India and so much more! Be sure NOT to miss this one!

Chapters:

00:00 // Introductions | Why Canada?

05:32 // Social Media, AI and Masking

10:57 // Coming To Canada - The Idea vs. The Reality

14:25 // Coming From An Agricultural Family and Going Into Dentistry

20:27 // Dentistry in Canada | Oral Hygiene is SO Important!

24:13 // The Double-Edged Sword of "Group Work"

28:30 // Getting "Good" Grades | The World is Run By C-Level Students

31:18 // Talking Points - What Helps You When You're In An Emotional Funk?

38:23 // Comparison Is The Thief of Joy | Managing Ambiversion

45:31 // Talking Points - Do You Ever Struggle With Self Sabotage?

49:40 // The Olive & The Pit

53:00 // Exploring Entrepreneurship | Atomic IELTS

55:25 // Starting Conestoga's Upgrade English Club | Being a Member of a Club Can Offer So Much!

59:57 // Community is Critical! | Integrating Into A New Community

01:08:30 // Robinpreet's Advice and Message to Newcomers and International Students

01:13:45 // You Have to Work On Your Approach | Focusing On Self-Development

01:25:49 // Saying Goodbye - Til Next Time!

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Welcome back once again to another exciting installment of The Olive You Podcast! Today we're super thrilled to share a conversation with TOYP's first returning guest, Melinda, Occupational Therapist. Melinda and Shannon sit down to have an in-depth discussion on Holism, Modern Life, and the impact a clinician can have on someone's life, among a number of other adjacent things. This was such an engaging conversation, and we hope olive you find as much value in it as we did! Thanks for watching!

Chapters:

00:00 // Welcoming TOYP's First Returning Guest!

04:00 // The Impact a Clinician Can Have On Someone's Life

13:01 // Developing a Holistic Approach | The Importance of Storytelling

21:07 // Using AI to Enhance Your Life and Work

29:10 // Navigating Therapy | Self-Awareness

33:58 // Noticing and Dealing w/ Change On The Front Line

40:49 // Who Decided This is How We Should Live?

44:11 // Is Modern Life Too Much?

50:21 // Finding Time & Feeling Supported

55:51 // Managing The Overdemanding Workload of Life

01:02:19 // ASMR, Unconventional Therapies and Finding Your Happy Place

01:08:03 // Women's Health, Motherhood and Differences in Sensory Diet

01:13:07 // Raising a Son Through The Loneliness Epidemic

01:21:22 // Talking Points - How Patient Do You Consider Yourself to Be?

01:25:57 // Talking Points - Do You Ever Struggle With Perfectionism?

01:29:55 // The Olive & The Pit

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Welcome back to another insightful conversation on The Olive You Podcast! Today, Shannon extends the olive branch to Jonathan, another former student of hers, and they deep dive into what a career in healthcare might look like from an insider perspective. The two of them discuss a life and career before healthcare, the transition, and what the job and field looks like now that the rose-coloured glasses have been lifted. It was a great opportunity to talk about healthcare and public services yet again on, The Olive You Podcast and we hope you find value in this episode!

Chapters:

00:00 // Introductions

03:04 // A Life and Career Before Healthcare

11:25 // The Job Search 10 Years Ago | Transactional Networking | Living in Montreal

17:34 // Planting the Seed Of A Career in Healthcare - Its All Connected

24:40 // The Living Situation in Montreal

33:26 // Finding Independence and Keeping Parents In The Loop

35:47 // Coming Back Home and Soulsearching

38:25 // Going Back To School To Study Office Admin - Healthcare Services

48:18 // Jumping into A Healthcare Career | The Rose-Coloured Glasses Came Off QUICK!

55:44 // Whats Interesting About Patient Flow?

57:37 // Dealing with Patients | Navigating Entitlement

01:03:48 // Healthcare Vs. Service Industry

01:08:19 // What Does The Future Behold for Jonathan?

01:14:19 // Talking Points - Are You A Good Listener?

01:17:59 // Talking Points - What Do You Do When You Don't Agree With Someone?

01:22:19 // The Olive & The Pit

01:25:41 // Conclusions

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Welcome back Olive You! Today we have another awesome installment of The Olive You Podcast, where Shannon gets another opportunity to extend the olive branch to another Gen Z guest, Madi. They waste no time getting right into it, of course sharing what the high school experience was like for a millennial and what its currently like for a young person today. They tackle relationships, openness and so much more. We sincerely hope you find as much value in these conversations as we do! Thank you for tuning in!

Chapters:

00:00 // GenZ Meet Milennial - Milennial Meet GenZ

07:40 // What The High School Experience Is Like Today

14:21 // GenZ Vs Millennials on Partying & Alcohol

18:16 // Not Wanting To Turn Out Like Your Parents

22:13 // The Stresses of Adults and Sources for News

25:27 // Discussing The Politcal Situation In Canada & The United States

28:42 // The Openess of Gen Z30:37 // Navigating The World With Emerging AI

35:46 // A Challenging, Yet Highly Rewarding Co-Op Experience

39:02 // Financial & Career Goals Of A Teenager

41:11 // Discussing Homeownership | Everybody Needs a Home!

45:35 // Navigating Relationships as a Teenager

56:07 // Thinking About Marriage & Parenthood

01:01:12 // Talking Points - Madi

01:05:40 // Talking Points - Shannon

01:14:22 // The Olive & The Pit

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Today we have another epic installment of The Olive You Podcast. This time, Shannon and Sham have the absolute pleasure of extending the Olive Branch to Michael Mongiardi, co-founder of The Sonar Network, a Canadian podcast network. The ladies and Michael dive deep on podcasting, discussing what its like running a podcast network, the DIY nature of podcasting and how the format/platform has grown over the years to become a highly influential platform that may have even been a driving force in a presidential election. Join us once again for this awesome conversation, and enjoy!

Chapters:

00:00 // Extending The Olive Branch To Michael

03:46 // Why Is Podcasting Important to You?

08:12 // Life Before Podcasting & Going All In

11:36 // What Does The Sonar Network Look Like As A Community?

16:16 // Podcasting And Its Growing Influence

23:02 // Developing a Platform With Balance

27:53 // A Lov/Hate Relationship With Social Media

30:52 // Starting a Podcast & And Making It A Business

39:12 // Talking Point - What Song Always Puts You In a Good Mood?

41:57 // Talking Point - What Does a Perfect Day Look Like To You?

47:31 // Talking Point - Who Is The Funniest Person You Know?

51:22 // Whats Your Controversial Stance?

01:00:14 // The Telepathy Tapes

01:03:41 // The Olive & The Pit

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