Explore every episode of the podcast Julie McCarthy: Jewels Says
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| Post Show Glow | 05 Sep 2024 | 00:25:48 | |
Jewels says she hasn't quite yet come down to earth after Mamma Mia and shares some of the trials and favourite moments from both on stage and backstage. Her experience was also a reminder that the world is still full of wonderful young people and you're never too old until you're dead. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Kelowna Actors Studio - Education Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Faulty Recall and Change | 29 Aug 2024 | 00:29:38 | |
Jewels says most of us don’t remember details as well as we think, it’s hard to remember everything you’ve said to whom and a child’s world today is very different from their parents’ and grandparents’. Best to adapt rather than stubbornly clinging to old ideas and mistakes. It's better for us too. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Life is Unfair | 27 Jun 2024 | 00:28:35 | |
Jewels says JFL Montreal is BACK, even if on a small scale - mostly men though - and as pride month wraps up, the complainers might need to be reminded of what’s been happening to women’s reproductive rights that we’ve taken for granted, and if you don’t like what people post on social media, you are free to ignore it. We all make mistakes and life isn’t fair, so we might as well relaaaaax and let things that annoy us go rather than amplifying them. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Batman of Ossington | 06 Oct 2022 | 00:27:55 | |
Jewels says Toronto is more like a collection of small towns than a big city. Abe got to know the neighbourhood characters pretty well while working on the renovation and is always on the lookout to help someone in trouble. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Parity, Programming and Privacy | 29 Sep 2022 | 00:30:12 | |
Jewels says she took a programming job after learning the truth about how underpaid she really was, even though programming is one of many under appreciated skills in the chaotic corporate culture. Who knew that writing code is a lot more exciting than it looks?
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| The Producer | 22 Sep 2022 | 00:30:32 | |
Jewels says love wins over money and she loves showbiz. Enough to produce a musical. That flopped. Financially. Totally worth it. Plus JFL Toronto has finally sorted out their festival pass transfer issue, not a moment too soon.
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| Fun Friends: Jessie Golem | 15 Sep 2022 | 00:42:29 | |
Jewels and Jessie chat about Basic Income programs, studies and myths. We simply couldn't cover EVERYTHING, so Jessie shared a few references in case you're interested in learning more. Plus check out Jessie's video legacy business: Somebody Always Jessie's photography series: Humans of Basic Income and her podcast! Will You Accept This Roach: The Podcast Where We Get Stoned and Watch The Bachelor Follow Jessie on: Instagram: @jessiferocious Twitter: @jessiegolem References: The Manitoba StoryBootstraps Need Boots book The Case for Basic IncomeSignposts to SuccessRichard Gilbert: UBI and Work IncentiveUBI and WorkUBIWorksBasic Income Canada Network (BICN)Basic Income Canada Youth Network (BICYN)Green Resilience ProjectBIEN 2022Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Profits vs People | 08 Sep 2022 | 00:30:00 | |
Jewels says maybe the big oil companies could cut into their obscene profit margins and C-Suite bonuses... maybe just a little? Everyone is dealing with problems we don't know about and it’s not fair that she doesn’t have the strength of a 6’ tall muscular man. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| September Transitions | 01 Sep 2022 | 00:27:52 | |
Jewels says some of life's seemingly ordinary milestones and transitions are a bigger deal than we realize at the time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Old and Obsolete? | 25 Aug 2022 | 00:30:01 | |
Jewels says some of us worry about our own shelf life when public female figures are fired before they’re old enough to retire, and shares some of her early days of being undervalued and underpaid. Maybe you can relate. Mentions: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Constructive Dismissal | 18 Aug 2022 | 00:28:37 | |
Jewels says when you try something new, an open mind can become a changed mind. She talks about some of the challenges of being an employee, her disappointment at not being laid off when she moved to Toronto and the value of keeping meticulous records and seeking expert advice if things get so bad you desperately want to resign. UK - Unfair and Construction Dismissal What is Constructive Dismissal and when will this claim succeed?
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| Time for Teens | 11 Aug 2022 | 00:36:34 | |
Jewels says teens have a lot to offer and we should respect, welcome them and give them the benefit of the doubt. Her middle daughter, Joanne, shares her perspective as a teacher, and of course we slide into a bit of a parenting debate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Divine Being | 04 Aug 2022 | 00:26:15 | |
Jewels says finding her friend and daughters’ childhood caregiver, Val, was a lucky gift and reminisces a bit about those early days juggling childcare and work. Abe returns to talk about the unexpected neighbourhood buzz about our front garden and a visit from one particularly interesting character, who may or may not have put a hex on Julie. Plus a facial filler update now that the swelling is gone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kelowna, Kraken and the Jewels Jinx | 20 Jun 2024 | 00:23:32 | |
Jewels says she felt a bit of the jewels jinx when she traveled to Kelowna, but is she being petty? Should you stand your ground when someone invades your space or just step aside and let them? Should you feel guilty for standing firm? Maybe the choice is to feel guilty or resentful. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Muster Dogs on Netflix - Snoop's favourite Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Abe’s Babes | 28 Jul 2022 | 00:28:41 | |
Jewels says she’s learned to trust her gut, she was probably too compliant as a child and shares a terrifying dream about Jesus. Grandfather Abe tells us about the most FABULOUS woman he met on a flight from Montreal and possible plots to get his DNA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What’s in a Name? | 21 Jul 2022 | 00:30:18 | |
Jewels says she's glad we have the choice to keep our real name, even though it might not be such a bad idea to anonymize oneself, and shares some fun anecdotes about the trials of going back to her original self.
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| Declining Desire: with Tasha the Love Therapist | 14 Jul 2022 | 00:46:38 | |
Jewels says the way to a man's heart is through his libido and the way to a woman's libido is through her heart. She has a candid chat with love and relationship therapist, Natasha Silverman, about some myths, tropes and truth when it comes to sexual desire in committed relationships. Learn more at: Instagram: @tashathelovetherapist Twitter: @TashaSilverman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Julie’s Boy circa 1988 | 07 Jul 2022 | 00:23:29 | |
Jewels says you’ll earn some respect if you’re direct, people will believe anything if you say it with a straight face and sometimes you just have to have fun with sexist tropes. Plus a work story from 1988. Oh, and if you're ever in Toronto during the summer, check out the Toronto Islands. Episode mentions: Twitter: @manwhohasitall Podcast: The Man Enough Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Pride and Progress | 30 Jun 2022 | 00:41:03 | |
Jewels says the Pride celebrations are joyous, but for how long? She chats with LA based comedian Andrew Johnston about the choppy path of progress, some of the factual inspirations for Margaret Atwood's 'The Handmaid's Tale' and why some of our fears may be unfounded. Instagram: @mandrewbrawnston Twitter: @_andrewjohnston Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Fun Facial Fillers | 23 Jun 2022 | 00:31:02 | |
Jewels says you MUST see Katherine Ryan's show, MISSUS, if you possibly can, for her limited Canadian engagements this summer. Plus she spills all the tea on her recent cosmetic procedure, since we should be transparent about these things, and special guest Kerrie Ryan (@kerriemarieryan) answers some questions about cosmetic treatment options and cost. Kerrie's clinic: Clinique de Mode (@cliniquedemode) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Importance of Fathers | 16 Jun 2022 | 00:33:51 | |
Jewels says she underestimated the influence of fathers when she was young, and chats with her friend Paula about what it was like growing up with two completely different dads. Happy Fathers' Day to the dads, step dads and role models who step up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Jubilation | 09 Jun 2022 | 00:33:14 | |
Jewels says it's nice to see people celebrating en masse for a change, even though some people think the existence of a monarchy is perhaps outdated. Plus some listeners' emails. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Drinker’s Remorse | 02 Jun 2022 | 00:31:24 | |
Jewels says she's resumed liar training, the prolonged lockdowns may have caused some social anxiety, and she wouldn't wish drinker's remorse on anyone. Plus she shares some emails and unprofessional advice. Mentioned in this episode: (ISC)² UK Cybersecurity Free Certification Exams and Education Opportunities Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Compliments, Creeps and Cringe | 26 May 2022 | 00:31:19 | |
Jewels says we should verbalize the nice things we think about others, work relationships matter too and it shouldn’t be so difficult to stand up for ourselves or to listen and learn. Even if we decide not to report certain transgressions, we should at LEAST talk about them to raise awareness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Ashley Madison Scandal and Snoop | 13 Jun 2024 | 00:23:05 | |
Jewels says the Ashley Madison documentary may be more layered than you might expect... it raises issues of hypocrisy, security, monogamy, marriage and has a few interesting characters. And whoever said dogs are just dumb animals has never truly known or loved a dog. Their personalities are as unique as ours in many ways, and her temporary charge, Snoop, is no exception. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies and Scandal Wired.com: Ransomware Is More Brutal than Ever Kelowna Actors Studio: The Producers Soulpepper Theatre: Age Is a Feeling Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Women, Work and Rutabaga Bags | 19 May 2022 | 00:27:54 | |
Jewels says there are a lot of fabulous women in the world, rude behaviour feels horrible on both sides and every job has its challenges, so best to focus on doing the best job possible, and enjoy the fun, funny bits and remind yourself that one thing you can count on is change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Petrochemical Country Club - 80s Style | 12 May 2022 | 00:27:30 | |
Jewels says she really didn’t notice sexism when she was immersed in it in the olden days, some people still haven’t learned to accept others’ choices and even your nan probably has secrets that might surprise you. Aftershock (documentary) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The 2022 Grandmother Tour | 05 May 2022 | 00:22:10 | |
Jewels says that visiting grandchildren, accepting an insult as a compliment and celebrating Mothers Day at Hooters can all be so much fun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Taxi Tales | 27 Apr 2022 | 00:28:52 | |
Jewels says online safety shouldn’t have been an afterthought, and explains why she prefers transit over taxis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Renovation Reminiscing | 21 Apr 2022 | 00:28:08 | |
Julie says you need to make time for fun no matter how busy you are and she's been thinking about her Ukrainian neighbour a lot lately. She’s surprised that a few listeners don’t already subscribe to Katherine Ryan’s podcast, Telling Everybody Everything. Then again, she doesn’t really promote it, does she?
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| The Band | 14 Apr 2022 | 00:24:59 | |
Jewels says a 10 hour a day job may have been good for her sanity, you need to make time for the things you love while you're young and a full beer bottle is a remarkably effective projectile. Podcast mentions: Good Enough Live Karaoke (GELK) Instagram: @goodenoughlivekaraoke
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| Fun Friends: Robyn Brocklehurst | 07 Apr 2022 | 00:31:43 | |
Jewels says she lived with Robyn and her husband for so long while working in Sarnia, that she started calling Robyn her sister wife.
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| Empathy, Boundaries and Bullies | 31 Mar 2022 | 00:30:54 | |
Jewels says we all play a role in developing children's social skills, whether we are aware of it or not. Plus she recommends a podcast and gives some unprofessional advice. Podcast: Boys Like Me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sex Ed | 24 Mar 2022 | 00:32:39 | |
Jewels says it's risky not to teach children about sex, shares how she was taught in the olden days and a bit about the current Ontario curriculum. Plus the fabulous Kerrie weighs in on how she learned about it in the 90s.
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| School Rules | 17 Mar 2022 | 00:32:34 | |
Jewels says she's still paying for her bad attitude as a teen, but Grandfather Abe's mum took nothing for granted. Stay in school if you can, kids, and don't rule out learning a trade. Praise the trades! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Facelift Update - Week 4 | 06 Jun 2024 | 00:24:31 | |
Jewels says it would be nice not to care about looking old, but she's pretty happy to be back to looking like herself. Is that shallow? Maybe, but it's ok to appreciate the icing on a cake and still be grateful for everything else that really matters. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Patric McGroarty - Saint Clarens Records Jewels Sings: I'll Be Drunk for Christmas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Fab Women | 10 Mar 2022 | 00:25:20 | |
Julie says it's better to well up with tears of anger than to punch people in the face, scream and swear at them. Plus a snippet of Grandfather Abe the Babe's mum's first person stories from her younger days in Mexico. Happy International Women's Month! #BreaktheBias
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| Fun Friends: My Ex-Con Boarder | 03 Mar 2022 | 00:36:13 | |
Jewels says she loves Toronto, in spite of no shortage of haters. She tells the story of her short term boarder before she left Sarnia. Plus she answers an email asking for work advice and shares some recommendations: Virtual live music on stageit.com Black Swan Blog - you can subscribe for free negotiation tips or try Christopher Voss's not free Masterclass - The Art of Negotiation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Gift of Aging | 24 Feb 2022 | 00:27:59 | |
Julie says things about her experiences and evolving perspective on aging. Plus special guest Joanne tells us about the Ghost of Ted. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Fun (boy)Friends: 1976 - 1982 | 17 Feb 2022 | 00:27:25 | |
Julie says a partner should be icing on the cake... lovely, but only if the cake has been properly cooled and prepared. She shares how she got this all wrong in her youth. Referenced in this episode: Masterclass: Black History, Freedom & Love Who We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Death, Taxes... Marriage? | 10 Feb 2022 | 00:24:58 | |
Julie says things about misunderstandings, slut shaming and marriage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Audiobook Fraud | 03 Feb 2022 | 00:28:42 | |
We all have to be vigilant about scams and fraud, but where is the motivation to scam audiobooks? Julie talks about her experiences, good, bad and ugly, with learning how to produce audiobooks and her appreciation for sound engineers, editors and directors. Episode references:
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| Finding the Fire | 27 Jan 2022 | 00:29:22 | |
Are doctors trained in root cause analysis or are some of them taught to treat symptoms? Julie ponders this question as she talks about her baby Kerrie's symptoms, diagnosis and management of celiac disease in 1989 plus her never-diagnosed migraines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Navigating Anxiety | 20 Jan 2022 | 00:44:00 | |
Julie chats with her friend Joanne about her mental health journey, from childhood anxiety to misdiagnoses to a diagnosis that made sense, to the lack of resources to continue treatment. Joanne shares her experience of navigating scarce and often unregulated resources from the perspective of a regular person trying to build a career, raise a child and just enjoy life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Invisible | 13 Jan 2022 | 00:31:55 | |
If you have ever felt invisible, you might relate to how Julie overcame excruciating childhood shyness, only to overshoot, pull back, then accept and enjoy the benefits of the invisibility that comes with aging. At least for women. Plus a short Fitbit update. Vegan Sushi discovery in Toronto: tenonvegetariancuisine.com/487-bloor Not far from her beloved Hot Docs Theatre: www.hotdocs.ca
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| 1970s Bankerette | 06 Jan 2022 | 00:26:53 | |
After her 3 minute rant, Julie calms down and talks about how she was named 'Jewels', her work life in the 70s and how different the working world was back then. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Fun Friends: Andrew Johnston - Tour de Fours | 30 May 2024 | 00:39:58 | |
Jewels chats with comedian Andrew Johnston on non-profit financial woes and grifters, some of the ups and downs of self made content and the importance of creative work in all our lives, stage time and relentlessly putting one creative step in front of the other for its own sake, even if - or especially if - you feel like you're in the deepest, darkest rut. Do it for yourself because the streamers pay a pittance. Plus Andrew's new album! May 31st Live Album Recording at the Comedy Bar email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Ben Miner @abenminer Super Bloom Show: @superbloomshow
Babs’ podcast: Toxic: The Britney Spears Story And last but not least, though less important than the album record show: Laugh Sabbath at The Comedy Bar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| New Gadget, New Beginning | 30 Dec 2021 | 00:30:35 | |
In her final episode of 2021, Julie talks about her recent challenges with technology, a fresh start (maybe?) and shares an email from someone with whom she shares a few things in common. Plus Hannah Woolmer offered to help produce the dreaded Christmas album! https://www.hannahwoolmer.online/
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| Tradition-less Christmas | 23 Dec 2021 | 00:30:00 | |
Julie reflects on Christmases past. It doesn't matter whether or not you celebrate or have traditions and anyway, some traditions are best left in the past. Happy Holidays
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| Fun Friends: Carolyn Kelly | 16 Dec 2021 | 00:52:11 | |
OK, this one is longer than her usual... in Julie's defence, she is a self proclaimed CHATTER, and her guest, Carolyn Kelly, has had so many interesting twists and turns to her life on her path to her current documentarian work. You MUST hear her story! Follow Carolyn on Instagram at @JeeperzCrow Covenant House: https://covenanthousetoronto.ca/ Check out Mark Terry @markterry2015 and his environmental documentary work at @youth_climate_report or on Facebook: youthclimatereport The Changing Face of Iceland: thechangingfaceoficeland.com Facebook: thechangingfaceoficelend AND, last but DEFINITELY not least, check out the trailer for Carolyn's documentary about Michelle DuBarry, Canada's drag legend at https://vimeo.com/251083583 FB: MyMichelleDocumentary Thank you for listening! Subscribe, rate, review or email Julie at jewelssays@gmail.com
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