Women In Media

In this episode of the Women in Media Podcast, host Sarah Burke speaks with Chris Kushner and Jenni Rai, the duo behind the podcast Boobalicious: Breast Cancer and Beyond. They discuss the importance of community and shared experiences in navigating breast cancer, the challenges faced by women in seeking information and support, and the unique perspectives they bring to the conversation. Chris shares her personal journey with breast cancer, highlighting the need for better communication and understanding from medical professionals. Jenni emphasizes the role of education and empowerment in helping women cope with the physical and emotional impacts of breast cancer. The discussion also highlights the ongoing journey of life after cancer treatment and the support systems necessary for recovery. About Boobalicious:Boobalicious: Breast Cancer and Beyond is hosted by breast cancer survivor Chris Kushner and breast cancer recovery/lymphedema specialist Jenni Rai, PT. The podcast features candid conversations with survivors, medical experts, advocates and wellness professionals about breast cancer treatment, recovery and life beyond treatment. Chris Kushner is a breast cancer survivor, mom of 2, and health & wellness advocate, with lived experience navigating life during and after diagnosis. Her journey fuels a passion for creating conversations that empower, comfort, and connect. Jenni Nicolla Rai is a physical therapist and certified lymphedema specialist known for her groundbreaking work with breast cancer patients, including Hollywood executives and creatives. Since 2004, she's combined clinical expertise with compassion to help survivors navigate life after treatment.  Website: https://weareboobalicious.com Instagram: @BoobaliciousPod  Also mentioned in this episode, check out the Nipple Sisters: https://www.ckinns-official.com/kacie-carm Connect with Sarah and Women in Media: ⁠⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wimnetwork/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/burketalks/ Chapters: (00:00) Introduction to the Podcast and Guests (03:02) The Birth of Boobalicious Podcast (05:53) Chris's Personal Journey with Breast Cancer (08:54) Understanding Breast Cancer and Treatment (12:03) The Role of Community in Healing (14:54) Insights from the Podcast Guests (17:59) Empowerment and Education in Breast Cancer Care (18:41) Navigating Cancer Conversations (19:12) The Reality of Cancer and Vulnerability (24:05) Breast Cancer Awareness and Gender Perspectives (26:47) Self-Advocacy and Life After Cancer (00:00) Introduction to the Podcast and Guests (03:02) The Birth of Boobalicious Podcast (05:53) Chris's Personal Journey with Breast Cancer (08:54) Understanding Breast Cancer and Treatment (12:03) The Role of Community in Healing (14:54) Insights from the Podcast Guests (17:59) Empowerment and Education in Breast Cancer Care (18:41) Navigating Cancer Conversations (19:12) The Reality of Cancer and Vulnerability (24:05) Breast Cancer Awareness and Gender Perspectives (26:47) Self-Advocacy and Life After Cancer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it actually mean to feel like you belong? Sarah Burke is back from Podcast Movement in New York with a lot on her mind. She unpacks what she learned about the rapidly changing podcast landscape, detailing new research from Tom Webster about the top podcasting platforms and habits.  She discusses a panel she was on with Jay Nachlis of Coleman Insights, Matt Cundill of Sound Off Media, and Peter Bukowski of Locked On Packers on podcasting’s surprising role in combating loneliness ahead of...the rant. After more than 20 years working in media, Sarah found herself at an industry meetup being mistaken for someone’s wife, only to later be introduced as an employee of a male colleague’s company instead of the founder of her own. The bigger question is why are women still walking into professional spaces and having to prove they belong there? Sarah connects the experience to why women-centered spaces are special and looks ahead to the International Women’s Podcast Awards, happening October 8th in Toronto. It has nothing to do with downloads or impressions, celebrating the women and gender-diverse creators, producers and storytellers. Plus, Sarah is giving away a pair of tickets to the awards. Instructions: email [email protected] with your favourite podcast hosted by a woman or gender-diverse creator and why you love the show! Read the Alone Together study on Lonliness and Podcasting. Save the date and watch for details on the webinar: October 21st at 2PM ET. There will be a link available soon. See the International Women's Podcasting Awards Shortlist: https://tinkmedia.co/awards Get Tickets Now! Connect with Sarah and Women in Media: ⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wimnetwork/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/burketalks/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The stars of the acclaimed APTN, CBC and Netflix comedy North of North, Anna Lambe and Maika Harper, join Sarah Burke to talk about one of the coolest mother-daughter duos on tv. They talk about filming in their hometown of Iqaluit, and what changes when Inuit women aren’t simply represented in a story, but are helping lead the creative decisions behind it. Anna and Maika reflect on bringing their own lived experiences to Siaja and Neevee and how rewarding it's been working with creators Stacey Aglok MacDonald and Alethea Arnaquq-Baril. They also get candid about women in media and the difference between walking onto a set where you’re expected to explain your identity and one where it is simply understood. Anna opens up about advocating for herself as an Indigenous woman in the industry, working on increasingly large productions, and why she gravitates toward women-led creative environments. Maika reflects on more than a decade in television, balancing acting with life as a single mother, and what it means for her daughters and other young Inuit people to see modern, funny, fashionable Inuit women on screen. And while North of North can hold complicated histories and intergenerational experiences, Anna and Maika explain why the show refuses to define Inuit life through trauma. Instead, it centres humour, joy, messiness, family and community. North of North Season 2 is streaming now in Canada on CBC Gem and APTN+, with its Netflix release to follow. Also in the episode: Anna shares more about In the Heart of the South, her new film with North of North co-star Zorga Qaunaq, while Maika explains why, for the moment, she’s happy to be focused on being a mom. Images courtesy of APTN/CBC/Netflix https://gem.cbc.ca/north-of-north ⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wimnetwork/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/burketalks/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Sarah Burke interviews Shauna de Cartier, the founder and president of Six Shooter Records, and one of the first and only female-founded independent record labels in Canada. They discuss Shauna's journey in the music industry, the importance of partnerships, the challenges of running an independent label, and her approach to artist management. Shauna shares insights on spotting talent and hearing something special live, balancing personal and professional relationships, and the values that guide her work in the music scene. She reflects on her career highlights as the label celebrates its 25th anniversary, also noting how much the music industry has changed. She touches on the challenges of navigating the global music landscape in the streaming era and addresses the evolution of artist discovery in a digital age with pressure to 'perform' on social media. https://www.sixshooterrecords.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/sixshooterrecords https://www.instagram.com/sixshooterrecords https://www.womeninmedia.network/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/wimnetwork/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/burketalks/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Women in Media Podcast, host Sarah Burke interviews Ruby Carr, a seasoned broadcaster and content creator. Ruby shares her journey through various radio markets from Halifax to Vancouver, eventually landing at CHUM in Toronto. She discusses how her family has influenced her career, the challenges and changes in the radio landscape, the importance of mentorship, and the adaptability required to thrive in a rapidly evolving media environment. Ruby Carr is a broadcaster and digital content creator currently on-air at CHUM 104.5 in Toronto. Ruby has over 15 years of radio experience across the country from her start in Halifax to her morning show in Vancouver before relocating to Toronto. With millions of views across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube she has engaged audiences most recently for CHUM 104.5 and iHeart Radio Canada.  Ruby is also the host of the podcast Encore: The Stories Behind the Songs You Love. https://www.rubycarr.com/ iHeart Radio Canada on TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@iheartradioca iHeart Radio Canada on YouTube – www.youtube.com/@iHeartRadioCA CHUM 104.5 on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/chum1045 Encore Podcast – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/962-encore-the-stories-behind-124206648/ Watch Encore on Crave: https://www.crave.ca/en/podcast/encore-the-stories-behind-the-songs-you-love-61728 Chapters (00:00) Introduction to Ruby Car and Her Journey (02:53) The Evolution of Ruby's Broadcasting Career (05:52) Navigating Different Radio Markets (08:52) Family Influence in the Radio Industry (11:57) Adapting to Change in the Radio Landscape (14:54) Mentorship and Supporting Young Talent (24:40) Lessons from Mentorship (27:46) Creative Challenges and Audience Engagement (30:52) Balancing Vulnerability and Professionalism (32:33) Navigating Personal Challenges on Air (36:36) The Importance of Perspective in Storytelling (39:35) Content Creation and Authenticity (42:41) Nurturing Future Voices in Media https://www.womeninmedia.network/ https://www.instagram.com/wimnetwork/ https://www.instagram.com/burketalks/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Media personality Jax Irwin returns to discuss her evolution from radio host to podcast host and content creator, building her own media company, and how her small-town roots in Nova Scotia influence her approach to life and work. We also touch on navigating entrepreneurship, partnerships, and redefining success for women in media. This episode was recorded at The Ritz-Carlton in Toronto during the Women in Entertainment Canada Summit and Awards; an event produced by The Hollywood Reporter in partnership with Access Media Canada. More About Jax Irwin: Jax Irwin is a Toronto-based creator and podcast host known for her conversation-driven storytelling and viral short-form content across digital platforms. After years working in broadcast media, she has built a highly engaged audience online through content that blends humour, nostalgia, and authentic human connection. She is best known for her viral East Coast Calls series, where spontaneous conversations with strangers have become a signature part of her storytelling style, generating more than 60 million views worldwide. In addition to her creator work, Jax co-hosts the audio and video podcast "Adam Wylde & Jax", and has collaborated with brands including GM Canada, Paramount+, Tim Hortons and more on digital campaigns. With a background that bridges traditional media and the creator economy, she brings a unique perspective on engagement, storytelling, and the ever-changing digital landscape. https://www.jaxirwin.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@JAXONAIR https://www.instagram.com/jaxonair https://linktr.ee/adamwyldeandjax More About Women in Entertainment Canada: ⁠https://womeninentertainment.ca/honourees/⁠ ⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/ (00:00) - Introduction: Women in Entertainment Event (00:28) - The uplifting atmosphere at the women-only event (00:49) - Rise of video podcasting and brand partnerships (01:18) - Jax’s journey of betting on herself and starting her media company (02:09) - The highs and lows of entrepreneurship and financial uncertainty (03:09) - Deepening connection with her audience through vulnerability (03:38) - The shift from radio to podcasting and authentic storytelling (04:08) - Navigating systemic challenges faced by women in media (05:05) - The evolving nature of on-camera confidence and digital content (06:13) - The importance of processing before sharing personal stories (07:06) - Navigating partnerships and influencing after leaving Bell Media (08:29) - Support from fellow industry players and collaborative trust (09:09) - Transparency in content creation and discussing numbers (09:39) - The potential of video in traditional morning radio formats (10:31) - The significance of women-led morning shows in Toronto (11:27) - Designing and implementing on-camera studio setups in radio (12:27) - Building confidence on camera and self-acceptance (12:53) - Gaps in Canadian media: morning shows and content opportunities (13:44) - Aspiring to work in film and television, and potential projects (14:15) - The value of creative autonomy with Paramount campaigns (15:12) - The unique content gaps in Canadian media and media innovation (16:10) - Sharing her bucket list: film, TV, and a possibly upcoming cook book (16:54) - Lessons from Nova Scotia: Connection over perfection Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode was recorded at The Ritz-Carlton in Toronto during the Women in Entertainment Canada Summit and Awards; an event produced by The Hollywood Reporter in partnership with Access Media Canada. The summit featured a remarkable lineup of guests, including best-selling author Rachel Reid, whose novel Heated Rivalry inspired the major Canadian TV series. The awards ceremony was a highlight, with notable honorees like Lilly Singh, who received the Equity in Entertainment Award. Lilly delivered a powerful speech on the real-world impact of representation in media while calling for genuine change in the industry. Stacey Aglock McDonald and Alethia Arnekook Baril, the Inuk screenwriters behind North of North, were celebrated with the Breakthrough Award. The event also honored actress Malin Akerman with the Impact Award and comedy legend Andrea Martin with the Icon Award. Ahead of the awards, Sarah Burke interviewed Liz Duff, creator and host of the Late Night Scrolling podcast to discuss her pivot from the tech industry to content creation, and her passion for spotlighting Canadian pop culture. Find Liz & her Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/cw/LateNightScrolling https://shows.acast.com/late-night-scrolling/about https://www.instagram.com/producerliz/ More About Women in Entertainment Canada: https://womeninentertainment.ca/honourees/ https://www.womeninmedia.network/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time for a solo episode of reflections. Host Sarah Burke unpacks “the C word...” Not that c word. COMMUNITY! Community celebrates you. Community humbles you. Community challenges you. Community will hold you accountable and show up for you when you least expect it. Let's dig in... After an emotionally intense stretch of events, conversations, and industry moments, Sarah reflects on the complicated reality of building spaces designed to support women, creators, and independent voices. From the emotional labour of leadership to navigating boundaries, visibility, and expectations, this episode explores the parts of community-building people don’t always talk about publicly. Sarah also opens up about the evolving responsibility that comes with creating safer spaces in media, why care matters more than clicks, and how podcasting has become both a refuge and a mirror for deeper conversations happening across media. Connect with Sarah Burke and Women in Media Network: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wimnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/burketalks⁠ Subscribe to the Women in Media Newsletter: https://women-in-media-network.myflodesk.com/newsletter Book A Discovery Call: https://www.womeninmedia.network/book/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Sarah Burke sits down with veteran broadcaster Colleen Rusholme who reflects on the highs and lows of her 30 year career, the pivotal moments that shaped her voice, and the realities of working in an industry that hasn’t always been safe or equitable for women. With honesty and new clarity, she shares her experience navigating toxic environments, the courage it takes to speak out, and the personal toll of confronting past trauma. Together, Sarah and Colleen explore the intersection of identity, resilience, and reinvention. From stepping away from daily radio to redefining success on her own terms, the conversation also underscores the importance of mentorship, accountability, and creating safer spaces for the next generation of broadcasters. More About Colleen Rusholme: Colleen  Rusholme is a Canadian radio and television broadcaster, who began her career as a news reporter at CFRB Toronto.  She cohosted with Tom Rivers on Talk 640 mornings and q107 afternoon drive. Colleen later worked as morning co-host on EZ Rock 97.3 with Stu Jeffries. This later became boom 997 where she did the morning show with Humble Howard.  Colleen also did morning shows with Energy and Fresh radio. She retired from radio after 5 years of mornings at Boom 997 in Ottawa with Tim Morgan in 2024. A 30 year radio career.  Other fun things : She was an airborne traffic reporter, a co- host of CMT Central flagship show, and the voice of many CBC, Discovery and HGTV programs. Colleen now does radio imaging, V/0 tv narration and commercial work from her home studio.  Listen to Jennifer Valentyne on the Women in Media Podcast: ⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/show/women-in-media/jennifer-valentyne-part-one/⁠ ⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/show/women-in-media/jennifer-valentyne-part-two/⁠ Listen to Maureen Holloway's Recent Women in Media Episode: https://www.womeninmedia.network/show/women-in-media/maureen-holloway-returns/ Follow Along with Jennifer Valentyne vs. Corus Entertainment: ⁠https://www.chrt-tcdp.gc.ca/en/human-rights/human-rights-public-hearings⁠ Connect with Sarah Burke and Women in Media Network: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wimnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/burketalks Chapters (00:00) Introduction to Colleen RushHome (02:58) Reflections on a Radio Career (05:58) Navigating Personal Challenges on Air (08:59) The Journey into Broadcasting (11:58) Starstruck Moments and Memorable Interviews (14:59) Facing Industry Challenges as a Woman (18:01) The Impact of Toxic Work Environments (21:07)The Struggle for Change in Broadcasting (24:05) The Aftermath of Abuse and Moving Forward (27:51) Navigating Career Changes and Personal Growth (29:59) The Impact of Speaking Out (32:56) Facing the Past: Confronting Abusers (36:50) The Emotional Toll of Trauma (40:53) Healing and Moving Forward (43:50) Mentorship and Supporting the Next Generation (46:42) The Evolution of Broadcasting and Podcasting (50:42) Hopes for Change in the Industry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know her as one of the most trusted voices in Canadian sports broadcasting - a veteran anchor at Rogers Sportsnet and that friendly voice you've come to love after a Blue Jays win (or loss). Off-camera and in the pages of her new book, there is a much more personal story about what happens when life shifts in a way you really can’t prepare for. Her first time on this podcast, it was the shift to motherhood, but now she's reflecting on writing her first book, When the Game Changes. Evanka Osmak opens up about losing her mother, and navigating grief while still showing up personally and professionally. https://www.simonandschuster.ca/books/When-the-Game-Changes/Evanka-Osmak/9781668057926 Chapters:  (00:00) Introduction to Grief and Personal Transformation  (02:59) The Process of Writing and Vulnerability  (05:58) The Diagnosis: A Life-Altering Moment  (08:57) Compartmentalizing Grief in a Public Role (11:58) Discovering Hockey: A New Passion  (14:53) Finding Joy Amidst Grief  (17:57) The Role of Community in Grief  (21:02) Navigating Conversations Around Grief  (24:11) Lessons from Jeannie: A Mother's Legacy Connect with Sarah Burke and Women in Media: ⁠ https://www.womeninmedia.network/⁠⁠  www.instagram.com/burketalks  www.instagram.com/wimnetwork  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices