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  • Wendy Valentine
    Sep 20 2025
    On this episode of Finding Your Bliss,Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by author of the new book “Women Waking Up: The Midlife Manifesto for Passion, Purpose, and Play,” Wendy Valentine. Wendy Valentine is author of Women Waking Up: The Midlife Manifesto for Passion, Purpose, and Play and host of The Midlife Makeover Show, which is a top-rated podcast for women in midlife. Wendy helps women kick fear to the curb, reignite their spark, and wake up to what’s possible. Wendy says that midlife isn’t what it used to be. Today, nearly 60% of Gen X women describe themselves as stressed out and grappling with debt, caregiving responsibilities, marital dissatisfaction, hormonal shifts, declining health, and career burnout—often all at once. The old mantra of “just push through it” no longer suffices. What’s missing is a modern roadmap tailored to the unique challenges and aspirations of today’s women. Enter Wendy Valentine — host of The Midlife Makeover Show podcast and author of the upcoming new book Women Waking Up: The Midlife Manifesto for Passion, Purpose, and Play (New World Library, September 9, 2025), which redefines midlife not as a crisis, but as a powerful opportunity for reinvention. “The steps I had to take to become a happier, healthier, and more peaceful woman were delivered to me in a vision — a crazy, out-of-the- blue vision of me driving an RV across the country,” writes Wendy. “Driving an RV across the country seemed really crazy, but staying stuck in the same cycle of pain and misery seemed even crazier. I realized that either road would take a ton of effort, so I might as well put my energy into building a better life for myself.” Like millions of other women, Wendy entered midlife plagued with a host of seemingly insurmountable problems: unemployment, divorce, anxiety, a mountain of debt, the death of her brother, and chronic illness. In Women Waking Up, she draws from her transformative journey of making her RV dream a reality to offer step-by-step guidance readers can use to go from the point A of angst to point B bliss. At the heart of the book is Wendy’s empowering seven-step F.R.E.E.D.O.M. process — a practical and inspiring roadmap that empowers women to create their own midlife makeover. Her signature tool called the Wheel of Midlife helps readers assess where they are in key areas of their lives — family, finance, health, career, friends, love, leisure, and growth — and choose where they want to go next. “After years of dedicated research, deep soul-searching, and a transformative journey that awakened my superhero, I’ve crafted the ultimate guide to help you experience your own revival,” writes Valentine. “So get ready to fly high and harness the power within. Your superhero is ready to leap back into action, and the world is ready to be amazed by what you’re capable of.” Join us this Saturday at 1 PM on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss. Listen live every Saturday at 1pm on Zoomer Radio
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    56 min
  • Alyson Schafer
    Sep 13 2025
    On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by parenting expert Alyson Schafer for the sixth annual Back To School Special. Alyson Schafer is an internationally acclaimed parenting expert, speaker, bestselling author, and media personality. Armed with years of research and clinical experience, Alyson presents concepts from ‘depth psychology’ on stages around the world. Alyson is able to break down complex ideas and present them in ways that are easy for parents to understand and more importantly, implement. Parents seek solutions and Alyson’s forte is delivering actionable tactics that arm parents with the skills and confidence they need to face modern life challenges. Using humour and relatable storytelling, she provides a fresh and positive understanding of family dynamics. “The end goal is to raise resilient, caring and capable kids – and have fun along the way!” - Alyson Schafer Selected as a presenter at the inaugural TEDx Kids in Belgium, she is now a three-time TEDx presenter, and author of three bestselling parenting books with Harper Collins Canada: Breaking the Good Mom Myth; Honey, I Wrecked the Kids; and Ain’t Misbehavin’ – each of which have been translated into multiple languages including Russian, Korean, Bulgarian, and Turkish. Media loves Alyson. She is the resident parenting expert with regular segments on several national TV and radio outlets and is often quoted in such notable publications as Cosmopolitan, Real Simple, Parent Magazine, Reader’s Digest, The Washington Post, HuffPost Parents and more. Besides guest appearances, Alyson also created and hosts TV’s “The Parenting Show” and the popular podcast “Parenting The Adlerian Way”, which has been voted #1 parenting podcast by FeedSpot. Brands call on Alyson for her insights into family life. She has worked with such notables as Bank of Montreal, L’Oréal, Huggies, Kijiji, Kellogg’s’, Ronald McDonald House, Earth Rangers, Facebook, Labatt’s and more. Alyson is a parent of two grown daughters and resides in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Join us this Saturday at 1 PM on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss.
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    57 min
  • Alana Kayfetz and Sage Siegel
    Sep 6 2025
    On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by Toronto based mom, entrepreneur, and community leader, Alana Kayfetz! Alana Kayfetz is a Toronto based mom, entrepreneur, and community leader, who is known for building vibrant support spaces for mothers and their families. Alana is the ultimate community builder, connector and networking maven; she loves to bring people together. She is also a seasoned events and marketing professional with years of experience under her belt, planning complex events for start ups, corporate and not-for-profit organizations. She is also the visionary, creator and founder of this wonderful community called The Mom Halo - a thriving community for moms, offering in person and virtual events such as Momfest and Camp Mom Halo and a popular podcast “Mom Halo,” tailored for modern parenthood. She initially launched Moms TO in Toronto and then expanded the social meetups to cities like Hamilton and New York City. Driven by her passion for helping moms feel less isolated, Mom Halo is a dynamic community dedicated to transforming motherhood. Their mission is to enrich moms’ lives by providing exceptional experiences that prioritize everyone’s well-being and joy. After having her first child, Alana looked for ways to connect with other moms and didn't exactly find exactly what she was looking for. So Alana began hosting events first in her own home and then around the city of Toronto, in various restaurants and cafes. Eventually, Alana started running monthly mommy daytime socials and get-aways to Prince Edward County Wine country. Before she even realized, Mom Halo was born- reinventing motherhood forever. She is also a fundraising advocate. She has raised $250,000 for Sick Kids Hospital to support parents and caregivers. As a mom of 4 kids under the age of 8, she has reinvented how she tackles life’s challenges, and she has created a method for mom entrepreneurs called the Kayfetz Method, that is a lifestyle first approach to business, that puts your dreams at the center of your biz plans. Alana also acquired the Mommyfluencer agency- matchmaking the right mom creator, to the right brands. Also on the program, we have singer-songwriter Sage Siegel! SAGE (Sage Siegel) is a 22-year-old Toronto-based singer-songwriter whose passion for music began before she could even speak. At 13, she became a Mini Pop Kid, performing and recording with Canada’s top kids’ music brand. Since then, she has grown an online following of nearly 100,000 through her YouTube and TikTok covers, including a viral rendition of Beyoncé’s “Halo.” With her soulful tone and distinctive harmonies, SAGE continues to hone her craft. She just graduated from the Media, Information & Technoculture program at University of Western, SAGE hopes to continue writing original music and work on her career as a musician. Join us every Saturday at 1 PM on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss. Listen live every Saturday at 1pm on Zoomer Radio
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    57 min
  • Roxana Spicer
    Aug 30 2025
    On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by award-winning Canadian investigative journalist, documentary filmmaker, and the bestselling author of "The Traitor’s Daughter: Captured by the Nazis, Pursued by the KGB, My Mother’s Odyssey to Freedom From Her Secret Past." Roxana Spicer grew up in Netherhill, Saskatchewan, population 80. As a documentary filmmaker and former CBC investigative journalist, her award-winning work across Canada helped lead to real change including a BC government apology to Russian Doukhobor children forcibly removed from their homes in the 1950s. She has pursued stories in remotest Ecuador, the Arabian Desert, and the North Sea; she has reported from a high-tech ocean dive ship, a nomadic Kyrgyz yurt, and made multiple trips to Russia during the “wild west” years following the fall of the Soviet Union. The most elusive interview subject over her forty-year career remained her own mother. As a child, Roxana would sometimes wake to the sound of the Red Army choir. She would tip-toe downstairs to find her mother, cigarette in one hand and Black Russian in the other, singing along. Roxana would keep her company, and wonder.... Everyone in their village knew Agnes Spicer was Russian, that she had been a captive of the Nazis. And that was all they knew, because Agnes kept her secrets close: how she managed to escape Germany, what the tattoo on her arm meant, even her real name. Discovering the truth about her beloved, charismatic, volatile mother became Roxana's obsession. Throughout her career as a journalist and documentarian, between investigations across Canada and around the world, she always went home to ask her mother more questions, often while filming. Roxana also took every chance to visit the few places that she did know played a role in her mother's story: Bad Salzuflen, Germany, home to POW slave labourers during the war; notorious concentration camps; and Russia. Under Gorbachev, Yeltsin, and the early years of Putin, she was able to find people, places, and documents that are now—perhaps forever—lost again. The Traitor's Daughter is intimate and exhaustively researched, vividly conversational, and shot through with Agnes Spicer's irrepressible, fiery personality. It is a true labour of love as well as a triumph of blending personal biography with sweeping history. The conversation was fascinating, eye opening, and truly riveting. Join us every Saturday at 1 PM on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss.
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    58 min
  • Leslie Gottlieb, Nadia Kotsos, Natalie Gallifent, and Emily MacLellan
    Aug 23 2025
    On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach was joined LIVE in the Zoomer Studios by four incredible female entrepreneurs! Leslie Gottlieb is a Mama, Content Creator, Host & Speaker, and Writer/Producer with a passion for visual storytelling and creative collaboration. Working across film, television, commercials, digital content and new media, Leslie has eighteen years of professional experience in the Media Industry. Leslie began her career working in Radio at 92.5 Jack FM as an on-air personality. She then moved into Television and spent several years working in children's TV at DHX Media in various production and casting roles. In 2010, Leslie’s entrepreneurial spirit led her to co-found KLP, a Toronto-based video production company, that specialized in creating original and branded content across all media platforms. Leslie has had the pleasure of working with global brands like PlayStation and TD Bank, and one of her short films premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. More recently, her career journey shifted again when she stepped into a Marketing role where she led the launch of a revolutionary, eco-friendly, proudly Canadian, reusable water bottle called Smartbottle. Currently, Leslie has returned to her on-air passion with her latest venture, Hey, It's Leslie, where she creates content that celebrates female entrepreneurs and promotes incredible, female-founded products, events and services. Her platform also shares content about Mom Life and aims to inject comedy into the everyday as well. She also just launched a weekly live interview series titled "The Leslie Lives" that features Leslie interviewing Female Entrepreneurs about their journey in business. The show airs every Friday at 12pm EST on Instagram Live on her @heyitsleslieg Instagram page. Leslie is also the founder of Erapreneur, A Fun-First Community, designed to redefine the entrepreneurial experience for women. Inspired by her own path as a business owner and countless conversations with fellow female founders, Leslie created Erapreneur to bring more joy, laughter, play, and fulfillment to the entrepreneurial ride. Through events, storytelling, and meaningful connections, the platform brings together like-minded women to grow, collaborate, and support one another—not just as entrepreneurs, but as whole, creative humans, stepping confidently into their next era. Nadia Kotsos is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and the founder of Drink Juice Co., established in 2015. Inspired by her personal health and wellness journey, Nadia launched the company to empower others to lead healthier lifestyles through nutritionist-approved, nutrient-dense juices. A graduate of the Institute of Holistic Nutrition, she brings a strong focus on digestive health to every offering. With a hands-on, thoughtful approach, Nadia ensures each juice is something she would use herself—reflected in her guiding philosophy: “What we provide, I have at home myself.” Natalie Gallifent is the creator of Seatsquare - Luxurious, portable protection and elevated comfort - wherever you sit. Handcrafted seat cushions and covers, she creates handcrafted seat cushions and covers for comfort, insulation, dirt, stains, and odors. She has also created the new Kushee- the luxe seat cushion for Sports Parents. The Seat Square is wonderful for protecting your clothing and for creating insulation from the heat and cold. Emily MacLellan is the founder of MacRose Design Co., she specializes in floral artistry that elevates experiences. From intimate gatherings to large-scale productions, Emily partners with event planners and hospitality teams to bring custom floral visions to life that are rooted in intentional design and seamless execution. With a background in wedding planning and a deep appreciation for the nuances of events, she understands the value of trusted partnerships and impeccable presentation. Whether it's a week ...
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    57 min
  • Rose Reisman and Jess Rapp
    Aug 16 2025
    On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined LIVE in the Zoomer Studios by Nutritionist and best selling cookbook author, Rose Reisman. Rose Reisman is an award-winning entrepreneur, caterer, author and media personality – not to mention, a mother of four and grandmother of four! As a registered nutritional consultant and Personal Specialist Trainer, armed with an MBA, Rose has taken her passion for healthy living and developed it into a multi-faceted enterprise, making her one of Canada’s leading authorities on the art of eating and living well. Rose is the consultant of Rose Reisman Catering, which focuses on healthy cuisine. She also oversees Personal Gourmet, a convenient and flexible fresh and frozen individual meal plan. Rose is a frequent speaker on national TV and radio, including Breakfast Television and 680News. Rose is also a sought-after speaker, spokesperson, media personality and columnist across Canada. She has published 21 cookbooks, including her latest, Rose Reisman’s “Meal Revolution”, an updated recipe book for the newest Canada’s Food Guide. Also on the program, we have former talent agent and now Thinking Partner and Coach, Jess Rapp. Jess Rapp is a Thinking Partner who supports creative professionals through coaching, counselling, and mentorship. She offers perspective and personalized strategies to help artists navigate the complexities of their chosen industries. With over 25 years of experience in the entertainment business, Jess is uniquely positioned to assist artists as they face the challenges, changes, and choices that come with a creative life. The first decade of her career was spent working in the creation of new theatre, music management, and television production in Toronto, Halifax, and New York. In 2007, a well-established talent agent posed a question that shifted her path: “Have you ever thought about being an Agent?” That moment marked the beginning of a new chapter. Jess went on to work at some of the top talent agencies in the business before founding her own agency, Jess Rapp Talent, in 2014. Over the next 12 years, she represented remarkable and creative individuals in a career full of highs, lows, and transformative experiences. Through this journey, Jess came to understand the deep joys and unique challenges that accompany a life rooted in creative expression. Recognizing the need for a space where artists could feel truly seen and supported, she made the decision in 2019 to close her agency and launch a coaching and mentorship practice focused on artists. Jess believes that creative professionals don’t have to go it alone. As a Thinking Partner, she offers guidance, clarity, and compassionate support to those walking the creative path. Join us every Saturday at 1 PM on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss. Listen live every Saturday at 1pm on Zoomer Radio
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    55 min
  • Tiffany Pratt and Maya Gamzu
    Aug 10 2025
    On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined LIVE in the Zoomer Studios by designer, creative director, artist and author Tiffany Pratt. Tiffany started her creative career in New York and Connecticut, working within the fashion, beauty, and toy industries. During this time, she also took on her first home renovation of a 4,000 square foot home. Then in 2008, she returned to Canada to open up a Toronto-based art studio, Glitter Pie, where she taught children and adults the true magic of making. The concept of this space also became a national children’s art making product and pushed her process over product creating style to new heights. During this time, Tiffany made numerous appearances on daytime television to spread the joy of creativity and making. Tiffany’s prime-time television career kicked off with HGTV Canada’s, Buy IT, Fix IT, Sell IT. She was then a designer for four seasons of HGTV Canada’s Home to Win and worked on several episodes of Family Home Overhaul. In February 2021, Tiffany became the co-host of Food Network Canada’s new show Project Bakeover. As an artist at heart, in 2016, Tiffany authored her first book with Penguin Random House titled This Can Be Beautiful, which showcases her love of reimagining objects into new useful things. While promoting the book Tiffany did numerous promotional talks, which set up her next big project. Wanting to connect with people in new ways, in 2018, Tiffany launched The Love Jam podcast as an inspirational and resourceful place to feel full, creatively sparked, and embrace yourself fully. Each podcast is a conversation through all the facets of life with people who pour love into everything they do. Amongst all of these projects, she’s built a busy and successful residential and commercial design practice. As well as working with brands art directing and directing commercials, selling her art at numerous Ontario art galleries and turning her creative eye on creating beautiful things like scarves, puzzles and art there is no end to what may come next. As an authentic creator, Tiffany plants all of the seeds of her imagination and awaits when they will spring up so she can watch her many dreams blossom. Also on the program is incredibly talented Singer/Songwriter Maya Gamzu Maya Gamzu is a passionate singer with 10 years of experience. She began her musical journey at six years old and has since performed in singing competitions all across Israel, Europe, and Canada. In 2023, she had the opportunity to share her voice on Canada’s Got Talent, earning her a Golden Buzzer and reaching the semi-finals. Last summer Maya attended Berklee College of Music’s Aspire: Five-Week Music Performance Intensive Program on scholarship. With a passion for music, Maya is excited to continue pursuing her career as an artist and sharing her music with the world. Maya is also the front woman for the band Five Flows, which is an international band that blends jazz, pop, and rock with a fresh, laid-back sound. Each of the four members comes from a different country: Maya from Canada, Chloe from Belgium, Martina from Argentina, and Lucca from Brazil. The group formed during late-night jam sessions at Berklee’s Aspire summer program in 2024, and their music combines smooth grooves, catchy melodies, and a shared love for experimenting across styles. Listen to Maya's and Five Flows' music here: Drown On You: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDh7nBvGj3w&list=RDxDh7nBvGj3w&start_radio=1 Torn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJtKpwlqJwM&list=RDgJtKpwlqJwM&start_radio=1 Join us every Saturday at 1 PM on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss. Listen live every Saturday at 1pm on Zoomer Radio
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    47 min
  • Lisa Bragg
    Aug 2 2025
    On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by Lisa Bragg. Lisa is a former TV journalist and now a Keynote Speaker, advisor and the author of the book “Bragging Rights: How to Talk About Your Work Using Purposeful Self-Promotion.” Lisa Bragg believes that too often, talented professionals and organizations assume their work will speak for itself, only to find themselves overlooked. The reality is that recognition doesn’t just happen; it must be built strategically. Lisa helps leaders, businesses, and high achievers navigate today’s noisy, competitive world by showing them how to amplify their success and increase their influence. As a former broadcast journalist, Lisa built a career telling other people’s stories but saw too many brilliant individuals and teams struggle to gain the recognition they deserved. Determined to change the narrative, she founded MediaFace, a content and digital storytelling company that became one of Canada’s fastest-growing businesses. The company was named to the Growth 500 list twice and helped major organizations showcase their expertise and become trusted industry authorities. Lisa is the author of Bragging Rights: How to Talk About Your Work Using Purposeful Self-Promotion, a book that blends cutting-edge research with practical strategies to help professionals and organizations claim the recognition they deserve. Her clients include Fortune 500 firms, global associations, and industry-leading entrepreneurs. They credit her with unlocking game-changing opportunities, increasing visibility, and driving measurable business growth. With the ability to work seamlessly across the U.S. and Canada, Lisa is a trusted partner for high-stakes events, ensuring a smooth experience for planners and audiences alike. Dynamic on stage and unapologetically authentic, she challenges audiences to rethink how they present their success. She gives them the tools to stand out, build influence, and seize more opportunities. Off stage, she is a proud mom to a 15-year-old daughter and lives in Toronto with her entrepreneur husband, a 95-pound dog, and two mischievous cats. Join us every Saturday at 1 PM on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss.
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    57 min