Explore every episode of the podcast Rival & Queen
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| Let's Crown the Best Cookie in Halifax 2023 | 23 Nov 2023 | 01:27:00 | |
The Chocolate Chip Cookie Challenge is back in 2023! Guest judges, Andy Hay and Quake Matthews join us to find the best cookie in Halifax. We taste a whopping 21 cookies this year. In a huge upset - we have a new #1. Find out who ranks 1, 2, and 3. Show notes: Connect with Andy Hay at Andy's East Coast Kitchen: @andyseastcoastkitchen_ Connect with Quake Matthews: @quakematthews Listen to Quake's new EP with Young Buck: Learn As I Go
Chat with us & connect @rivalandqueen
Thank you to all our cookie contestants!
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| 143. Cookies, Christmas, & everything in between | 19 Oct 2023 | 00:36:15 | |
Who said cookies?? It’s been a hot minute but we are back! We have lots to catch you up on. This week we fast-forwarded to prepping for the holidays and Sarah’s ultimate Christmas trip. And of course how we are doing fall fashion, why we buy and use certain products, AND we are planning the legendary cookie-tasting episode. Stay tuned for more and our special guests! Follow Sarah’s new podcast, Reconnect & Awaken
Connect with us and chat on Instagram @rivalandqueen | |||
| 134. What gives you the ICK? Summer fashion, wedding style & our June faves | 23 Jun 2022 | 00:32:21 | |
This week we are sharing some ick stories from our listeners and what makes us feel the dreaded ick too. Also wedding and summer fashion and our June faves!
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| 45. Living life out loud with Martina Kelades | 16 Jul 2020 | 01:29:45 | |
Martina Kelades is the founder of Life Out Loud and the Life Out Loud Podcast, a mental health consulting and creative company. In the episode, Martina shares her story experiencing burnout, facing fears, discovering her vulnerability, and gaining the courage to live out loud. Martina aims to continue conversations related to mental health and wellness and make it a normal part of our day-to-day. Connect with Martina:
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| 44. Treating your body well with Anna Townsend | 09 Jul 2020 | 01:03:28 | |
Anna Townsend has been involved in the fitness industry for many years. She is an experienced health & fitness coach, and recently opened her own fitness studio, The Fitness Room just 2 years ago. Anna is all about creating the best version of yourself through self-love, nourishing your body with wholesome food, rethinking self-image, and the importance of listening to your body. She strongly believes that working out is more about self-care than counting calories and pant size. | |||
| 43. Switching careers with Jen Warrington | 02 Jul 2020 | 01:20:07 | |
The pandemic has created a very unique job market for job seekers and anyone looking to make a career change. Career designer and matchmaker, Jen Warrington shares her take on finding your next career path and how to navigate this process virtually. She covers how to improve your online profiles, networking remotely, interview tips and how to negotiate with confidence. Connect with Jen on LinkedIn: Jen Warrington Her new digital course is coming soon. You can follow her Instagram for launch details. | |||
| 42. Life after hockey with Taylor Crosby | 25 Jun 2020 | 01:16:21 | |
Taylor Crosby is a women's hockey player who most recently played for St. Cloud University, in Minnesota, and she also happens to be the younger sister of Sidney Crosby. Taylor shares her journey through hockey, shines a light on what being a female athlete means, her hopes for the future of female sports, and how she applies the values and skills that sports gave her which help her in other aspects of her life.
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| 41. Taking Risks with Alex Livingston | 18 Jun 2020 | 01:21:05 | |
Alex Livingston is a professional poker player, born and raised in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He splits his time between the east coast of Canada and Las Vegas, Nevada. Just last year, Alex placed 3rd in the World Series of Poker Main Event, which was a huge accomplishment in the poker player's career. Alex tells us what led him down this unique career path, introduces us to different types of poker, and shares lots of hilarious stories along the way. Follow: @rumnchess
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| 40. How do you make people feel? Tyler Simmonds & Verena Rizg | 11 Jun 2020 | 00:48:46 | |
This week we are re-releasing excerpts from our conversations with Tyler Simmonds and Verena Rizg. Tyler and Verena talk openly about their experiences with racism, how we make people feel, the importance of empathy and compassion, and how to have meaningful conversations that can create real change. In support of the Black Lives Matter movement, we thought it was more important than ever to revisit this conversation. Verena Rizg
Tyler Simmonds
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| 39. Money & Mindset with Danielle Soppa | 28 May 2020 | 01:23:01 | |
This week Danielle Soppa, co-founder of Pure Private Wealth is teaching all about managing money! Danielle gets us thinking about mindset around money and feeling empowered about our finances. She teaches us how to rethink traditional budgeting, manage our finances in 30 minutes a week, redistribute our money to things that actually matter to us, and more. Follow: Resources: | |||
| BONUS: Ashley's Birthday Episode | 22 May 2020 | 00:38:35 | |
In this bonus episode we're celebrating Ashley's birthday with the two people who probably know her best; her brother, Greg Sampson and her husband, Jeff Kielbratowski. This is a fun episode where we get to learn more about Ashley & cap it off with lots of birthday blessings! | |||
| 38. Becoming HER with Taye Landry | 21 May 2020 | 01:13:18 | |
Taye Landry shares her very personal journey and a project near and dear to her heart called HER. The HER movement is intended to empower us all to step into who we are called, created and intended to be. Taye is taking things online with her virtual event May 24th to inspire and encourage anyone who needs it. We cover the power of words, bullying, building a movement & more. Follow: @tayelandry Resources: | |||
| 37. How to live a joyful life, even in times of change with Tara Forgeron | 14 May 2020 | 00:58:17 | |
This week it is all about mindset. Psychologist Tara Forgeron joins us to teach us about counseling and taking care of your mental health. She shares what to expect during a session, how to check in with yourself, and what proactive mental health means. She also gives us tips and apps we can use at home to support our mental health. Tara opened her private practice after completing a Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Toronto. They focus on Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approaches. | |||
| 133. Confidence, rants, & being fly as F* at any age with Bangs | 16 Jun 2022 | 00:49:47 | |
This week we're joined by Bangs, an all-star spin instructor, creative director at R Studios, life coach & so much more. New-ish to the east coast, she stands out with her confidence, high-energy, unreal style & famous social media rants that we LOVE. We talk about:
Connect with Bangs: @bangsandabun on Instagram Join her newsletter: themurmuration.substack.com Her coaching mybigboldjuicylife.com Ride with her at rstudios.co More at rivalandqueen.com | |||
| 36. What the heck is a pelvic floor? with Stephanie Brown | 07 May 2020 | 01:28:42 | |
Stephanie Brown is a Physiotherapist working exclusively in Pelvic Floor Health, and a passionate advocate for women’s health. Stephanie educates us on our pelvic floor and why it’s so important. We cover issues that may arise (like painful sex, postpartum recovery, accidental pee breaks, etc.), and how pelvic floor therapy can help. Stephanie also teaches us how to properly do Kegels and tips on developing a healthy pelvic floor. Follow: | |||
| 35. Building brands with Mike Barbour | 30 Apr 2020 | 01:09:43 | |
This week we talked with Mike Barbour, builder of brands, man of fitness. Mike is passionate about building brands within the food industry like Rivalus, Goodstuff and Freshii. He's about to launch his next company Harvest, a farm-to-table eatery in Nova Scotia. | |||
| 34. Enhancing your life with Tyler Simmonds | 23 Apr 2020 | 01:35:06 | |
Tyler Simmonds is a public speaker and filmmaker who speaks openly about his experience living with mental illness, reminding people that recovery is possible and emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, mindfulness, and achieving your “flow state” through creativity and meditation. tylersimmonds.com | |||
| 33. Green Beauty with the Green Belle | 16 Apr 2020 | 01:09:49 | |
This week we are talking all things green beauty with Gabrielle Dubois, the Green Belle herself. Gabrielle shares what got her started in becoming a green beauty enthusiast and she also tells us about her most loved green brands. And don't worry, if you want to know how to become more cautious about the products you are using, she shares some tips on how to make changes in your beauty routine.
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| 32. The Peaceful Sleeper with Christine Lawler | 09 Apr 2020 | 01:09:31 | |
Ever wake up in the night wondering why am I awake? Or wonder how much sleep you actually need? Join us with sleep consultant Christine Lawler, who is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Sleep consultant. She specializes in sleep consulting for babies and for adults. We learn all about why sleep matters, how to build sleep habits and more.
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| 31. DIY Mom, Rebekah Higgs on creating your dream role (and home) | 02 Apr 2020 | 01:01:53 | |
Rebekah Higgs aka DIY Mom is a talented home improvement expert and has built a brand and business around her budget-friendly renos & DIY approach. | |||
| 30. Jeremy Taylor and Nick Ogden from 2 Crows Brewing | 26 Mar 2020 | 01:26:07 | |
Jeremy and Nick teach us all about beer, how it's made, the different kinds, what you can pair with it to make a perfect match. We also learn the journey of 2 Crows Brewing, all about the craft beer industry and how Nick and Jeremy met. Cheers! PLEASE NOTE: 2 Crows Brewing does delivery orders. Please show your support for local businesses at this time while we're all inside! | |||
| 29. Nicola Cameron on pilates & getting toned | 19 Mar 2020 | 01:03:08 | |
We are die-hard pilates fans! This week we get Nicola Cameron to teach us all about our favorite workout. She shares her journey into fitness, what pilates is, where it came from & all the benefits. Nicola is a pilates, barre & towers instructor at RStudios. Follow: @nicolanova Bonus: pilates is great for at-home workouts. Follow @rstudiosns to catch Nicola's online classes 2x weekly. | |||
| 28. Aundrea Trevors & Kerri Houweling on Injectables & Medical Skincare | 12 Mar 2020 | 01:43:27 | |
It’s time to learn all about botox, fillers, topical skincare & medical skincare treatments. | |||
| 27. Harriette Schumacher on taking charge of your career path | 05 Mar 2020 | 01:08:45 | |
Harriette Schumacher is a Certified Executive Coach and Leadership Executive. She helps people level up their performance and take big leaps forward in their career path. We talk to Harriette about career development and how important it is for each person to take charge of their own growth path. We cover changing leadership styles, career coaching, finding the resources to help you grow, and how to have FIERCE and effective conversations! Harriette's all about approaching life from a place of realness & helps her clients achieve that too. | |||
| 132. Rapid fire questions, Drake or Biebs & karaoke duets | 09 Jun 2022 | 00:49:45 | |
This week we get to know each other a little better and re-introduce ourselves. Ash & Sarah each answer 30 questions and a fun little rapid-fire. Now we're left wondering what are karaoke duet should be? Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @rivalandqueen. More are https://www.rivalandqueen.com/ | |||
| 26. Let’s Talk about Sex with Momgasm | 27 Feb 2020 | 01:13:53 | |
Lindsay Umlah & Sarah Cresswell are the creators behind Momgasm - the podcast about reclaiming sensuality & pleasure in motherhood. These women are on a mission to normalize to healthy conversations about sex. This week we dive into the power of embodying our sensuality, accepting our body, tantra, monogamy & non-monogamy, how to start talking about sex and why pleasure is so important. This episode is extra fun! Follow: @momgasmpodcast
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| 25. Dr. Mal Ryan on hormones & mindset for a healthier life | 20 Feb 2020 | 01:18:48 | |
Eager to dig deeper into neurology, preventative medicine and hormonal health Dr. Mallory Ryan achieved a doctorate degree in Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Mal teaches us all about hormones and stress, and how our mindset can play a big role. We get into how hormones affect us physically - our sleep, skin, emotions, mindset and more, and how we can tweak things in our lifestyles and mindset to help our hormones and overall health.
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| 24. Verena Rizg on faith and powerful conversations | 13 Feb 2020 | 01:17:22 | |
Verena Rizg is a woman of many talents: nurse practitioner, artist, and poet, with strong ties to her faith, family and community. Growing up in the Coptic Orthodox church has shaped the woman she is today. We talk to Verena about how she brings her faith into her everyday life, the power of conversation, and how we each communicate, heal and love in unique ways. She shares with us the inspiration behind her poetry and tells the story of her poem: Intentional. Follow @verenarizg Resources: | |||
| 23. Laura Davies on creating our healthiest lives (especially for moms) | 06 Feb 2020 | 01:10:51 | |
Laura Davies is a registered holistic nutritional consultant, who works with moms & women to help them feel great and live their healthiest lives. We talk to Laura about her work as a Nutrition & Mindset coach, how women’s bodies change after pregnancy, rethinking what healthy means, and how everyone can take small steps to create big change in their wellbeing. We cover mindfulness, gut health, postpartum & more. Follow: @lauradavieshealth | |||
| 22. Eat with Jess Emin | 30 Jan 2020 | 01:24:57 | |
This week we have Photographer, Writer and Food Stylist, Jess Emin on the podcast. We learn about how Jess turned a passion for cooking into this unique career, what goes behind a food photo, recipes & things she loves to cook, favourite Halifax food spots, and her new TV show. If you’re looking for drool-worthy food photos, follow Jess on Instagram: @eatwithjessie | |||
| 21. Skincare in our 30s with Brooke Stephen of Bend Beauty | 23 Jan 2020 | 01:04:28 | |
Join us while we get educated on anti-ageing skincare with Brooke Stephen of Bend Beauty. We uncover the secrets to good skincare from the inside out and learn all about Bend Beauty's natural approach to healthy, beautiful skin. We get into how our skin changes in our 20s/30s/40s+, hormones, skincare routines, pro-ageing philosophies, and learn about Bend Beauty products and ingestible skincare. Follow: @bendbeauty | |||
| 20. El Dorado Hats with Ben Edwards | 16 Jan 2020 | 00:59:31 | |
Ben Edwards, the founder of El Dorado Hats of walks us through the secret trade of hatmaking and his process for creating handmade, one-of-a-kind pieces. We get to know Ben, talk about the inspiration behind El Dorado Hats, his style icons, how he works with clients to design the perfect hat and his music. Follow: | |||
| 19. Ryan Williams, the King to our Queen | 09 Jan 2020 | 01:03:49 | |
Ryan Williams is no stranger to the podcast scene. He’s the host of @whatyoumakeitpodcast, photographer, entrepreneur and family man. He joins us for a rapid-fire Q&A. We also learn how to take the perfect selfie, talk about creating a life you want, finding your voice, and dig into one of Ryan's guilty pleasures...The Bachelor! Follow @iamryanwilliams | |||
| 18. 2020, we got you. | 02 Jan 2020 | 00:31:10 | |
Reflecting and planning for the next year? We talk about how we refresh and reset for the new year and look back on the ups and downs of 2019. We love the natural check in the new year gives us. We're excited for the things Rival & Queen has ahead in 2020. | |||
| Happy Holidays from us and our Dads! | 26 Dec 2019 | 00:58:33 | |
Happy Holidays from Rival & Queen. To celebrate the holidays we decided to bring on our dads, Bill Sampson and Tim Murphy. We get to know our dads, talk about holiday traditions, relive their glory days and what they were up to in their 30s. Most importantly we ask their advice on life in our 30s. | |||
| 131. The Revamp, lubrication & the exchange of lifetime | 02 Jun 2022 | 00:34:28 | |
This week we share some details on the new format for Rival & Queen.
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| The BEST Chocolate Chip Cookie 2019 | 19 Dec 2019 | 01:12:23 | |
We came, we saw, we conquered this challenge! We searched high and low, brought together an esteemed group of panelists and collectively agreed on which cookie truly deserved the title. Who knew cookie tasting could be so exhausting, what a sugar rush! We visit 14 bake shops to test their cookies, swap best recipes & weigh-in. The BEST chocolate chip cookie of 2019 is… Follow our guests Jess Emin @eatwithjessie / Nicole Cameron @nicolenova | |||
| Michele Giffin, on shoes & her philosophy on life | 12 Dec 2019 | 01:00:06 | |
This week we talk with Michele Giffin, owner of Oz Shoes. Michele shares her story with us on how Oz came to life, bringing her idea to reality, all the while tying back to her philosophy on life. Her passion for all things shoes and fashion teaches us the real magic behind a great pair of shoes. We also cover what it’s like to work in retail, buying trips (heaven), and of course the ups, and downs of working on your own. If you don't know what a #shoefie is, Michele teaches us exactly what that means. Visit Oz Shoes: | |||
| Joe Sanford Schools us on Cannabis | 05 Dec 2019 | 01:09:52 | |
On this week's episode, Rival & Queen gets high. We've got the COO of Breathing Green Solutions, Joe Sanford, on to teach us all about cannabis. We learn about THC, CBD, Indica, Sativa... all of the words you've heard before but may not quite understand. Joe gives us a Cannabis 101 lesson, teaches us about the different characteristics of weed, the chemistry and growing methods, how to start exploring cannabis recreationally and we answer some fan questions. We smoke Strawberry Sky by Skosha.
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| Connie McInnes, creator of R Studios and community queen | 28 Nov 2019 | 01:30:46 | |
Connie McInnes, the creator of R Studios (@rstudiosns) has built a strong brand and fitness community with 3 locations in only 5 years. Connie’s rethinking what community fitness means and pushing the boundaries to create a place where everyone feels welcome in the community. In this episode, Connie shares her story and shines a light on how she brought her vision to life. We go deep into her creative process, the need for isolation and creating space for yourself, the R Studios experience (yoga, pilates, HIIT and more), and personal growth. | |||
| Who the hell are Rival & Queen? | 21 Nov 2019 | 00:48:14 | |
Okay, we have had a few requests for us to shine more light on who we are and how we became Rival & Queen. In this episode, you will get to know more about us, Ashley Kielbratowski & Sarah Murphy, as we interview each other in a fun, rapid-fire Q&A! Startup / tech women by day, podcast hosts by night. Connect with us on social: | |||
| Part 2: Boss babes & beauty gurus with Vicky Mina and Jacquelyn LeRue. | 14 Nov 2019 | 00:55:45 | |
Part 2 of our conversation with Vicky Mina and Jacquelyn LeRue. This week we talk about chasing your calling. We cover Vicky's journey into becoming a makeup artist, Jacquelyn's path to becoming a hairstylist and salon owner, and how creatives can work together to elevate their industry. Bonus: Jacquelyn and Vicky also share their favourite hair and makeup products. Connect with these ladies on Instagram: @vickyminamakeup @jacquelyn_theparlour @theparlourhalifax | |||
| Boss babes & beauty gurus Vicky Mina and Jacquelyn LeRue | 07 Nov 2019 | 01:07:30 | |
We discuss what it means to show up and feel powerful in your own skin. Vicky Mina and Jacqueline LeRue help women look and feel their best every day. Makeup artist & hairstylist turned dynamic duo, they are no strangers to supporting women in their community in so many ways. Both Moms of 3 and entrepreneurs, these fierce women know how to get shit done (and look great doing it). Connect with these ladies on Instagram: @vickyminamakeup @jacquelyn_theparlour @theparlourhalifax
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| Happy Halloween with Boos & Bourbon | 31 Oct 2019 | 00:57:41 | |
This week we meet the ladies behind the Boos & Bourbon podcast, Kim Moser and Jen Taylor. Kim & Jen introduce us to bourbon and guide us through our very first tasting! In a very fitting Halloween episode, the also girls share their personal ghost stories and their spooky trip to Kentucky. Find Kim & Jen: @boosandbourbon / listen in to the podcast Bourbon recommendations: Angel's Envy, Weller Antique 107 | |||
| Dave Sampson, All Types of Ways | 24 Oct 2019 | 01:13:00 | |
Singer-songwriter Dave Sampson shines light on a topic we know nothing about, the music industry. Dave, a talented Cape Bretoner is paving his own way from here to Nashville. We learn about his new EP entitled All Types of Ways, what goes into creating an album, his songwriting process, and his first Gold-Record as a songwriter - with Snoop Dogg & Classified no less. Listen to Dave's new EP - All Types of Ways | |||
| Hot Take; astrology with Amanda McMillan | 17 Oct 2019 | 00:47:34 | |
The stars, the sun, your rising moon - what does it all mean? This week we chat with astrology enthusiast Amanda McMillan. We cover everything from astrology in dating and its popularity in the queer community. The Toronto native also lays the smackdown on us about our East Coast-isms.
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| 130. ALL TALK MAY x 2 | 26 May 2022 | 00:34:12 | |
We're back for a second all talk to catch up on so many fun topics!
Thanks to LUVO wines for sponsoring this episode. Get your LUVO at luvolife.ca More at rivalandqueen.com | |||
| Fitness Adventures at Home & Abroad with Ali MacKellar. | 10 Oct 2019 | 00:53:38 | |
We love Ali MacKellar's unique approach to a stronger self & personal training. She gets to know her clients on a deeper level as she guides them through a personal and physical journey. Ali also leads a life of adventure, from biking to travelling, to exploring hidden gems in her hometown of Toronto - we cover it all. @alimackellar_
Resources: Strong Enough - Ali's 5-week Strength Course | |||
| That Mom Life with Kara Kim and Nicole Turnbull. | 03 Oct 2019 | 01:10:46 | |
This week we talk with two dynamo moms, Kara Kim and Nicole Turnbull, and learn about what it's like to be a mom in your 30s. Mom truths and stories that will entertain moms and none moms alike. We love learning about the ups and downs first-hand from Nicole and Kara. Moms deserve all the credit for doing the hardest job in the world. Guests:@karaellenkim / @nicky_t_ | |||
| Sara Kelly on creating businesses from the heart. | 26 Sep 2019 | 01:01:16 | |
We talk to entrepreneur Sara Kelly and get her perspective on starting and growing multiple businesses. She has a lot of love for malas, crystals, the environment and finding inner peace.
Sara Kelly Designs / @sarakellydesigns Conscious Goods Collective / @consciousgoodscollective Book: Earth is Hiring by Peta Kelly | |||