Women In Media

This week on the Women in Media Podcast, we’re celebrating International Women’s Day and two milestones — five years of the podcast and two years of the Women in Media Network. Host Sarah Burke reflects on the past year for women in media and culture, highlighting major headlines and powerful statistics about women’s growing influence across industries. From the explosive growth of women’s sports audiences to the rise of women-led podcasting, the numbers tell us women’s voices are shaping the future of media. You’ll also hear from Women in Media Network creators who reflect on their own podcasts. Happy International Women’s Day. Connect with Sarah and the Network Creators: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maureen Holloway returns to the Women in Media Podcast to update host Sarah Burke on another journey through breast cancer, reflections on her career in Canadian broadcasting, and her involvement in the Jennifer Valentyne human rights tribunal. 'Mo' shares her experiences with workplace harassment, calls out the behaviour of former colleagues, and discusses the importance of supporting women loudly, especially now. Of course, there are many laughs along the way. All in favour of Mo becoming a stand up comic, raise your hand... More About Maureen Holloway: Maureen Holloway is a fan favourite on the Toronto radio scene. After longtime stints at CKFM/Mix/Virgin 99.9, Q107, 98.1 CHFI and now Newstalk 1010, Mo is jumping into the podcast world feet first, hosting the Women of Ill Repute podcast with her dear pal Wendy Mesley. Throughout her long and varied career, Mo has received many honours, including the 2009 HOPE Award, the Canadian Association of Broadcaster’s Gold Ribbon Award for Humour, and the 2018 Rosalie Award, honouring women in broadcasting who have blazed new trails. Diagnosed with a rare form of breast cancer in 2005, Maureen is an outspoken advocate for women’s health and social issues and is in frequent demand as a lecturer and keynote speaker, where her topics encompass women, humour and wellness. Now cancer-free, she plays golf and piano, both quite badly, and likes to cook, travel, drink wine, and laugh, often all at once. Follow Women of Ill Repute on Substack: https://womenofillrepute.substack.com/ 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/ 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 Maureen Holloway (03:00) Navigating Cancer: A Personal Journey (05:51) The Evolution of Body Image and Reconstruction (08:55) The Emotional Impact of Cancer on Family (12:02) Reflections on Mortality and Legacy (14:56) The Shift from Radio to Podcasting (20:56) Revisiting Radio Memories: A Personal Journey (22:04) The Human Rights Tribunal: A Call to Testify (24:54) Support and Solidarity: Standing with Jennifer Valentine (27:57) Facing the Past: Emotional Recollections in Court (34:49) The Impact of Trauma: Revisiting Difficult Experiences (37:51) Accountability in Media (39:45) Reflections on Relationships: Encountering the Past (43:58) The Call for Accountability: Acknowledging Past Mistakes (46:40) Empowering the Next Generation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah Burke interviews Sarah Adams known as Mom.Uncharted online, and the host of a new podcast called Parents Uncharted. They discuss the impact of social media and technology on parenting, and the importance of digital privacy for children. Adams shares her insights on navigating screen time, the challenges of parenting in the digital age, and the evolution of her content creation approach. The conversation also touches on censorship, online safety, and the future of parenting discussions in the podcasting space. Connect with Sarah Adams: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://momuncharted.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mom.uncharted/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mom.uncharted⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow The Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://parentsuncharted.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/parents.uncharted/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@parents.uncharted Follow the trial with Nicky Petrossi: https://www.scrolling2death.com/heat 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 Parents Uncharted (02:00) The Journey to Podcasting (04:55) The Impact of Social Media on Parenting (09:50) Navigating Privacy and Digital Footprints (14:55) The Evolution of Content Creation (20:06) Screen Time and Digital Autonomy (24:56) Censorship and Online Safety Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Sarah Burke interviews Juliette Pelchat, a rising star in snowboarding and a first-time Olympic competitor for Team Canada. Juliette shares her journey leading up to the 2026 Winter Games, discussing her mental and physical preparation, the challenges she's faced, and her evolving mindset towards competition. She also reflects on her family dynamics, particularly her relationship with her father, snowboarding legend JF Pelchat, and his support navigating sponsorship opportunities and negotiating. She also talks about her sister Amalia and how together, they launched the Wild Kittens initiative to encourage women to get involved in board sports. Links: www.realwildkittens.com https://www.instagram.com/jubespelchat/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jubespelchatt Connect with Sarah and Women in Media Network: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wimnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/burketalks Chapters (00:00) Introduction to Juliette Pelchat (03:03) Journey to the Olympics (06:00) Mindset and Routine for Success (08:58) Overcoming Challenges and Building Confidence (12:01) Sibling Rivalry and Support (14:55) The Wild Kittens Initiative (17:54) Community and the Future of Board Sports (20:16) Empowering Young Girls in Skateboarding (22:41) Navigating Sponsorships and Business (26:23) Mentorship and Future Aspirations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

*Disclaimer* This episode features a discussion about sexual trauma. Listener discretion is advised.* In Sarah Burke's first new episode of 2026, she welcomes friend and broadcast colleague Angela Stever. She shares her journey into comedy and writing, releasing a young adult fantasy novel titled Conquering the Divide: The Legend of Barsicon. They discuss Angela's journey from radio to writing, the challenges of self-promotion, and the personal experiences that shaped her storytelling. The conversation also touches on the creative process, the influence of other authors, and the importance of personal growth and healing after leaving a long-term career and traumatic experience in media. More About Angela Stever and her work: Angela Stever is a creative force both on and off the stage. The mother of two started performing stand-up comedy in 2013 during her 20-year radio and television career in Kingston, Ontario. Her comedy has been described as raw, real and relatable. Stever is a Yoga teacher, voice-over actor and an author. She published a Young Adult Fantasy novel in 2021, Conquering the Divide: The Legend of Barsicon. When she's not writing, you can find her knitting or drumming with her band, HAG. LINKS: https://www.angelastever.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@angela.stever https://www.instagram.com/ange.stever See Angela's band HAG at the Broom Factory on January 25th: https://ticketscene.ca/events/57308/ Angela Stever Opening for Mark Forward at the Kingston Canadian Film Festival February 27th: https://ticketscene.ca/events/57685/ Chapters (00:00) Introduction and Background (02:30) The Journey to Writing and Promotion (05:12) Exploring the World of Barsecon (09:37) The Creative Process and Writing Discipline (14:08) Influences and Inspirations (20:56) Reinventing After Radio: Personal Growth and Healing (23:07) The Impact of Disability on Life Choices (25:48) A Personal Story of Trauma and Resilience (29:28) The Struggle for Justice in the Workplace (33:34) Healing Through Yoga and Self-Discovery (38:46) Finding Humor in Adversity (43:25) Empowering Others Through Storytelling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Sarah Burke welcomes Megan Edwards and Amy Chabot, former broadcasters turned podcasters, to discuss their podcast, Bridges Burned. They explore themes of authenticity, the challenges faced by women in media, and the importance of sharing personal stories to empower others. They explore the impact of toxic work environments, and the significance of creating a safe space for storytelling. More About the Hosts: Amy Chabot spent over 15 years in radio, fueled by her love of music and storytelling. After more than a decade behind the studio mic, she traded it for a podcast microphone to co create Bridges Burned—a space where we speak openly about the challenges women endure and the strength it takes to rise from them. With honesty and heart, Amy and Megan bring real stories to light and give women a voice in moments that are often kept quiet. Megan Edwards has worked in radio and tv, is an author, a podcast host, and an outspoken advocate for women navigating the often messy realities of the broadcast industry. As the co-creator and co-host of Bridges Burned, she encourages guests to explore sexism and power dynamics in media and beyond. When she’s not behind a microphone, Megan is a wedding officiant and is the founder of The Megan Method, a productivity and organization brand supporting neurodivergent humans who want structure without shame. She believes in truth-telling and burning the right bridges… and rebuilding the ones that actually deserve to exist. https://www.womeninmedia.network/show/bridges-burned/ https://www.instagram.com/bridgesburnedpod/ https://www.instagram.com/itsmeganedwards/ https://www.instagram.com/amychabot/ Connect with Sarah and Women in Media Network: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠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 Ebonnie Rowe, the founder and executive director of Honey Jam, a nonprofit artist development program for female artists. She shares her journey in the music industry, her passion for mentorship, and the challenges she has faced as a Black woman. The conversation highlights the importance of community, the evolution of Honey Jam, and the impact it has had on countless artists. Ebonnie shares her proudest moments, her influences, and her aspirations for the future of the music industry. More About Ebonnie Rowe and Her Work: Ebonnie's story begins with founding a mentorship program - Each One Teach One, which matched Black youth with Black professionals. She also started PhemPhat Entertainment Group, a dynamic, non-profit company that provides promotional, mentoring, networking, educational and performance opportunities for emerging female artists. Ebonnie is the producer of the Honey Jam concert and artist development program for young female artists across Canada (of all cultures and musical genres). Honey Jam alumni include Grammy Award winner Nelly Furtado, Melanie Fiona, Juno award winning artists Kellylee Evans, Jully Black, Haviah Mighty, LU KALA and many others. Rowe has organized impactful songwriting camps, industry workshops, and opportunities to learn from artists like Jessie Reyez, Serena Ryder, Deborah Cox, Marsha Ambrosius, Destiny's Child original member LeToya Luckett, Elle Varner, Erykah Badu, Janelle Monae and more. Honey Jam is a non-profit multicultural, multi-genre artist development programme. Since 1995 we have worked with young emerging Canadian female artists from across Canada to provide mentoring, educational, vocal coaching, performance and networking opportunities. https://honeyjam.com/ Connect with Sarah and Women in Media Network: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wimnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/burketalks (00:00) Introduction to Ebonnie Rowe and Honey Jam (06:07) The Evolution of Honey Jam (10:59) Reflections on Achievements and Impact (15:57) Mentorship and Influences (19:17) Inspiration and Mentorship Across Generations (22:08) Navigating Challenges as a Black Woman in the Industry (27:02) Proud Moments and the Impact on Artists (33:48) Vision for the Future of the Music Industry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's show will sound a little different! This episode features a Women in Media Network panel recorded live off the floor at PodSummit Calgary on September 19th! In a podcasting world overflowing with content, authentic voices stand out, and make change. This powerful panel brings together a group of unique podcasters and producers for an honest conversation on the importance of authentic voices in podcasting. This conversation will explore what it really means to build a platform with integrity. The panel features award-winning artist and podcaster Jann Arden, who uses her mic to champion everything from human rights to animal activism, alongside co-host and producer Caitlin Green —a former radio host who made the leap into podcasting to create space for deeper, more meaningful conversation. They are joined by Late in 88 podcast co-hosts Bronwin Parks (they/them) and Elinor Svoboda (she/her), who will share insights about navigating the podcast industry as queer creatives with intersectional identity and community care at the heart of their work. Together, they unpack how to stay grounded in your values, get loud about what matters—be it veganism, the arts, queer identity, or social justice https://www.jannardenpod.com/ https://latein88.com/ Connect with Sarah and Women in Media Network: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠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 discusses media personality Jennifer Valentyne's high-stakes Human Rights Tribunal case in Canadian court this month, alleging gender discrimination and unsafe working conditions. Burke reflects on her own experiences and the systemic issues women face, emphasizing the importance of Valentyne's case for accountability and change. Revisit the Jennifer Valentyne interview: https://www.sarahburke.ca/women-in-media-podcast/ep57-jennifer-valentyne https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/jennifer-valentyne-management-failed-corus-human-rights-tribunal-case-1.7653626 https://www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/ IF YOU HAVE A SIMILAR STORY AND WOUD LIKE TO SHARE WITH WOMEN IN MEDIA, PLEASE EMAIL SARAH@WOMENINMEDIA.CA Connect with Sarah and Women in Media Network: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wimnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/burketalks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah Burke welcomes back award-winning Anishinaabe/Mohawk storyteller Kim Wheeler, whose work has helped shape the sound of Indigenous media in Canada. She is a journalist, a producer, and a writer. Kim updates Sarah on her various shows (how many shows can woman have!?) and her recent achievements in live television. She reflects on the significance of September 30th for Indigenous communities. shares personal stories about her daughters' careers in the film industry, and highlights the importance of storytelling in preserving Indigenous languages and cultures. Kim sets up an episode drop of Words and Culture hosted by Shelagh Rogers, featuring Métis singer-songwriter Amanda Rheaume. Together, they explore the stories behind Amanda's album The Truth We Hold. It chronicles Métis history both past and present. Funded by Sirius XM Canada through the Community Radio Fund of Canadawordsandculture.cacrfc-fcrc.ca Find out more about Kim and her work: Kim Wheeler is a Mohawk/Anishinaabe kwe who has brought positive Indigenous stories to the mainstream and Indigenous media since 1993. Kim works from her treehouse media office in Winnipeg on Treaty One Territory where she is the executive producer of Words and Culture, an Indigenous language series with an all-Indigenous team of hosts and producers. She is also the host/producer of several audio shows including The Kim Wheeler Show, Turtle Island Talks on SiriusXM, the podcast Auntie Up!, Indigenous Screen Office’s Storytellers, and The Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack’s Fund A Day to Listen. She is also a writer/producer for The Juno Awards and Remembering the Children, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation broadcast event. Her work has been recognized by the Canadian Screen Awards, New York Festivals, imagineNATIVE and the Indigenous Music Awards. She also lectures at universities and writes for a variety of mediums, including occasionally The New York Times and Chatelaine. Kim was instrumental in language and policy changes at the CBC with the closing of website comments on Indigenous stories and the capitalization and move to Indigenous instead of Aboriginal. She was also part of a small group of Indigenous employees who persuaded the public broadcaster to use the term ‘survivors’ instead of ‘former students’ when it came to residential school stories. A Sixties Scoop survivor, Kim shared her own story in the radio documentary “Blood Money” for CBC’s The Doc Project. https://www.wordsandculture.ca/ https://downiewenjack.ca/a-day-to-listen/ https://www.siriusxm.ca/blog/tag/the-kim-wheeler-show/ https://www.instagram.com/kimwheels/?hl=en ⁠https://nctr.ca/statements-and-news-releases/aptn-cbc-radio-canada-and-nctr-to-host-remembering-the-children/⁠ Connect with Sarah and Women in Media Network: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠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 Jennifer Moroz, a podcast and content development specialist and journalist who is launching a new podcast, Furball Confidential. They discuss Jennifer's extensive career in media, her transition from CBC to independent podcasting, and the emotional connections people have with their pets. The conversation highlights the joy and changes that pets bring to our lives. Follow and subscribe on your favourite podcast app! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/furball-confidential/id1836662769 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5TkTxGzcGNKzhoEANaLT1d?si=982954c0c1b74c78&nd=1&dlsi=a7e74318e351438f YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ER2Wfqeqhxc More About Jennifer Moroz: Jennifer Moroz is an award-winning journalist and media leader whose career has spanned reporting for The Philadelphia Inquirer to running Canada’s largest and most influential radio shows (CBC’s The Current and Q) and developing the country’s top daily news podcast (Front Burner). Jen now works with a range of clients to develop podcasts and other media – including the processes, teams and culture needed to successfully support them. She is also an accredited leadership and executive coach. Perhaps most importantly, Jen is dog mom to Clutch, the feisty rescue who quickly took over her life - and inspired Furball Confidential. Connect with Sarah and Women in Media Network: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠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 Naturopathic Doctor Anne Hussain about her new podcast, Phase to Phase: The Hormone Health Show. They discuss Dr. Hussain's journey into naturopathic medicine, the relationship between naturopathic medicine and our medical system, and the challenges women face in navigating all of the above. She discusses the complexities of menopause and perimenopause symptoms and care, and the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare through every phase (of life, and your cycle). Check out this new show on Women in Media Network this fall! More About Dr. Anne Hussain and Phase to Phase: Dr. Anne Hussain is a naturopathic doctor, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and author of The Period Literacy Handbook. Anne runs a hybrid practice serving patients across Ontario, Canada, with in‑person care in Newmarket and Innisfil, supporting people through every phase of their hormonal lives, from the first period ever to post-menopause. ⁠https://annehussain.com/⁠ ⁠https://phasetophase.ca/⁠ https://www.instagram.com/dr.annehussain/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/drannehussain/ This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Find out more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://betterhelp.com/womeninmedia⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Sarah and Women in Media Network: ⁠⁠⁠⁠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 welcomes junior network producer Maddison Buckingham to discuss her journey into broadcasting and the challenges she faces in the current media landscape and job market. They explore Maddy's experiences in the industry, including her documentary project that received award nominations alongside industry colleagues, and her aspirations for the future in content creation and social media. She also compares her experiences behind-the-scenes to public-facing positions in media, particularly in sports. They discuss the challenges of gender dynamics in the industry, the impact of imposter syndrome on new graduates, and the evolving landscape of media in the digital age. Check out Maddison's award-nominated documentary Power of the Paddle: https://youtu.be/gnbw4DTov9o and follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddybuckingham/ This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Find out more: ⁠⁠⁠https://betterhelp.com/womeninmedia⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Sarah and Women in Media Network: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wimnetwork⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/burketalks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

*Episode disclaimer: today's episode will discuss the recent Hockey Canada trial verdict and sexual abuse which some listeners may find triggering. Listener discretion is advised.* Host Sarah Burke welcomes back Jennifer Dunn, Executive Director of the ⁠London Abused Women's Centre⁠ to discuss the recent acquittal of five former Team Canada World Junior Hockey Players in a high profile sexual assault case based in London, Ontario. Dunn shares her emotional response to the verdict and walks the audience through implications for survivors, the challenges faced by victims in the legal system including EM, and the need for systemic change to support survivors and hold perpetrators accountable. They also discuss consent and the importance of educating future generations, especially within hockey culture. More about Jennifer Dunn: Jennifer Dunn is the Executive Director of the London Abused Women’s Centre, a feminist, abolitionist agency that provides abused and exploited women and children over the age of 12 with hope and help. ⁠https://www.lawc.on.ca/⁠ RESOURCES: Government of Canada, Public Health Agency of Canada, Find family violence resources and services in your area: ⁠https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/health-promotion/stop-family-violence/services.html⁠ Shelter Safe: A resource to finding all shelters across Canada ⁠https://www.sheltersafe.ca/⁠ Resources in Canada for Family and Intimate Partner Violence ⁠https://www.casw-acts.ca/en/resources/family-and-intimate-partner-violence⁠ The Assaulted Women’s Helpline: A free, anonymous telephone line for women in Ontario experiencing any form of abuse. ⁠https://www.awhl.org/donate This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Find out more: ⁠⁠https://betterhelp.com/womeninmedia⁠⁠ Connect with Sarah and Women in Media Network: ⁠⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wimnetwork⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/burketalks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah Burke interviews Jen Moss, the Chief Creative Officer and co-founder of JAR Podcast Solutions about her urgent call for Canadian podcast funding. They discuss the current state of the Canadian podcast industry, the challenges it faces, and the urgent need for government funding to support independent podcasting as a core cultural industry. Jen shares her insights on storytelling, the importance of authentic narratives, and the role of podcasts in shaping Canadian media. They also explore statistics on podcast listenership in Canada and propose solutions for enhancing support for independent creators. More About Jen Moss: Jen Moss co-founded JAR and serves as its Chief Creative Officer. With roots in theatre, arts journalism, CBC Radio and the NFB’s Digital Studio, she blends skilled narrative strategy with audience-first thinking. Part visionary and part “podcasting doula,” Jen helps brands find their authentic voice—big ideas and fresh tracks included. She champions experimentation, audience insights, and creative risk-taking. A dedicated mentor, she also lectures at UBC’s School of Creative Writing, shaping tomorrow’s podcasters and storytellers. PODCASTERS, sign the open letter here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSzPVxgLzaUliIVuWa0JCqYoHDrFjyGZh7eFrCtXYWB85ofw/viewform Podcasts Jenn mentioned: https://staffbase.com/en/podcast/ https://www.cirquedusoleil.com/cirque-du-sound-podcast Connect with Sarah and Women in Media Network: ⁠⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wimnetwork⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/burketalks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah Burke interviews broadcaster Tracy Moore at 80a Studios in Toronto as she explores a new chapter after 16 years hosting Cityline; a CityTV show that was recently cancelled after 40 years on the air. Tracy reflects on the show's cancellation, her grief process, and her newfound freedom. Tracy takes us back to finding her voice early in school, her journey into media, her experiences with racism, and her advocacy for body positivity and mental health. Tracy emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and vulnerability, sharing her struggles with postpartum depression and body image. She also speaks about the importance of family and mentorship. Watch for the release of Tracy's new prime time special More Connected With Tracy Moore on CityTV this fall. Follow along with her for more details! More About Tracy Moore: Tracy Moore was the award-winning host of Cityline for 16 years. She is proud to be named a Canadian Screen Award Changemaker. Thanks to her commitment to diversity and inclusion she has also produced and hosted one of Apple podcasts best series of 2020 – Cityline Real on Race. She is co-producer and co-host of Citytv’s RTNDA award-winning race special: Ending Racism: What Will it Take? and spearheads regular conversations on Cityline to raise awareness and inclusivity of folks who live at the intersectional margins. Moore is most proud of the volunteer work she does with West Toronto charity Trust 15. https://www.trust15.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thetracymoore/ Thanks to 80a Studios for hosting this conversation. https://www.80astudios.com/ This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Find out more: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/womeninmedia⁠ Connect with Sarah and Women in Media Network: ⁠https://www.womeninmedia.network/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/wimnetwork⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/burketalks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a bonus episode of the Women in Media Podcast; a feed drop from the hosts of Late in 88 discussing Bronwin's recent journey receiving gender-affirming surgery & care. *This conversation was originally recorded for their feed but they had to pivot for a grant which allows them to create the next season in a much more interesting way than two heads talking online! Together, we decided this conversation was too important to shelve, especially during pride month.* In this episode, hosts Bronwin and Elinor return from a break to reflect on the impact of their podcast and the complexities of navigating gender identity. Bronwin shares their journey towards gender affirming surgery and speaks candidly to Elinor about androgyny, body image, and their journey of self-acceptance. The conversation highlights the importance of visibility, self-discovery, and the healing power of storytelling in the LGBTQ2S+ community. Follow along and connect with Late in 88: ⁠https://latein88.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/late.in.88 https://patreon.com/Latein88 This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/womeninmedia and get 10% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Sarah Burke interviews director, producer, and writer Robin Bicknell about her career in media and her latest documentary series, Secrets of the Bunny Ranch. They discuss the impact of HBO's Cathouse, the misrepresentation and exploitation of sex workers in media, and the importance of personal stories in documentary filmmaking. Robin shares her journey into the industry, her experiences as a woman in media, and the mental health challenges faced while conducting interviews. The conversation highlights the resilience of women and the need for empathetic storytelling in the media. More About Robin Bicknell: Based in Toronto, Canada, with family roots in Louisiana and Indiana, Bicknell has built an international reputation for crafting high-end pop culture and deeply human stories, marked by her exceptional ability to connect with subjects and audiences. Most recently, Bicknell directed and co-wrote all six episodes of the highly anticipated A&E series Secrets of the Bunny Ranch. She also helmed the feature documentary Ice Age America for Discovery Channel, ARTÉ, and CBC’s The Nature of Things, a riveting exploration of a maverick archaeologist’s discoveries in central Mexico. The film was nominated for a 2024 Realscreen Award and a Banff Rockie Award. Her acclaimed film The Machine That Feels, featuring Margaret Atwood and Jane Goodall, delves into how AI is beginning to mirror uniquely human qualities like empathy, emotional intelligence, and creativity. The documentary received multiple nominations, including at Realscreen 2023. Additional credits include the multi-nominated Black Watch Snipers, documenting five WWII snipers’ survival against overwhelming odds, and Camp X: Secret Agent School, the breakthrough feature on the clandestine WWII spy training camp that laid the groundwork for the CIA. Bicknell also directed, produced, and wrote The Curse of the Axe, a feature documentary narrated by Robbie Robertson about a mysterious ancient village, winner of the Silver Hugo at the Chicago International Film Festival. Bicknell’s Ice Bridge won Best History Documentary at the 2019 Canadian Screen Awards. In 2018, her film The Genetic Revolution tackled the controversial gene-editing technology CRISPR, earning a prestigious nomination for Best Science and Technology Film at the 2019 Banff Television Awards and three Canadian Screen Award nominations. Her earlier works include The Need for Speed, A&E’s deep dive into illegal street racing, The Real Superhumans and the Quest for the Future Fantastic, winner of the Banff Television Award for Best Canadian Program and A Child’s Choice, the poignant journey of four children with terminal cancer at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston Texas. Connect with Sarah and Women in Media Network: 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 speaks with Paulette Erato, a leader in the podcasting world and founder of Latinas in Podcasting. They discuss Paulette's journey into podcasting, the importance of representation, and the creation of a supportive community for child-free Latinas. Paulette shares her experiences at podcasting conferences, the challenges of societal expectations, and the evolution of her podcasting community. More About Paulette: Paulette Erato is a dynamic leader in the podcasting world, dedicated to amplifying Latina voices and empowering women to take charge of their narratives. As the founder and organizer of the Latinas in Podcasting community and annual Virtual Summit, Paulette brings together emerging and established voices in the podcasting industry, creating a platform for education, inspiration, and community.An award-winning former event planner, Pauletteseamlessly blends her expertise in event management with her passion for storytelling, producing virtual experiences that are both impactful and inclusive. She is also the host of La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas, a podcast that challenges toxic cultural norms and encourages women to design their best lives on their own terms.With a keen focus on helping new podcasters navigate the complexities of launching and growing their shows, Paulette is a mentor, speaker, and advocate for diversity in media. Her work has made her a sought-after voice in the podcasting community, particularly among Latina women who are ready to make their mark in the industry. Find her online at the following: ⁠latinasinpodcasting.com⁠ Website Instagram Threads Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Sarah Burke interviews Riley Nimens, an award-winning media professional, freelance events and television producer. They discuss Riley's career from working with the CBC and CTV's W5 to her freelance work in news, live events, and documentary production. Riley shares insights on the challenges and rewards of freelancing, her work at major events like the Olympics and FIFA World Cup, and her passion for storytelling through projects like 'Dear Taliban'. The conversation also explores the evolving media landscape. More About Riley Nimens: Riley Nimens is a multi-award-winning producer, director, and business strategist known for her innovative approach and dynamic leadership in the media industry. With ten plus years of experience in producing live events, documentaries, and compelling stories, Riley captivates global audiences with her exceptional storytelling skills and unwavering commitment to delivering memorable experiences and content. https://www.rileynimens.com/ https://www.crave.ca/en/tv-shows/broken-inside-the-toxic-culture-of-canadian-gymnastics https://www.canadaland.com/shows/dear-taliban/ https://www.runwaydanceconnection.com/ (00:00) Introduction and Background (01:11) Career Beginnings and Early Experiences (04:50) Transitioning to Freelance Work (07:51) Live Events and Major Projects (14:08) Working at the FIFA World Cup (19:13) Documentary Work: Dear Taliban (21:12) Future Projects and Aspirations (26:28) The Future of Media and Industry Challenges (29:34) Personal Ventures and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices