Women In Media

Jessica Moorehouse, is an award-winning financial content creator, Accredited Financial Counsellor Canada®, speaker, media personality and host of the popular More Money Podcast. Like many millennials, Jessica graduated university during the Great Recession with student loans to pay off, no job, and zero idea how money worked. As it turned out, she wasn’t alone. The lack of relatable and non-judgemental financial education available inspired her to found MoorMoney Media Inc., a financial education company that includes online courses, her YouTube channel, and one of the leading finance podcasts in Canada with over 3.7 million downloads – the More Money Podcast.Jessica is also a regular on-air TV personality appearing on CTV News, CBC News, and BNN Bloomberg and is often quoted as a money expert by major publications such as Toronto Star, The Globe and Mail, and Financial Post. She is currently working on her first book with HarperCollins Canada set to hit bookshelves in early 2025. In this conversation, Jess discusses the connection between fitness and finance, empowering women in the financial space, overcoming barriers as a woman in finance, gaining confidence through podcasting and media appearances, exploring the relationship between mental health and finance, and the impact of upbringing on money mindset and more. Jess discusses her experience moving from Vancouver to Toronto for more financial opportunities. She highlights the challenges of the housing market and the impact of generational wealth. Jessica also explores the role of shame in personal finance and the need for empathy in money conversations. She shares insights on investing beyond real estate and provides end-of-year financial planning advice. Finally, Jessica talks about her upcoming book on money psychology and where to find more information. Find out more about Jessica Moorhouse on her website (including her course and many valuable resources for individuals looking to improve their financial literacy). https://jessicamoorhouse.com/ https://jessicamoorhouse.com/course https://jessicamoorhouse.com/shop Big thanks to my first sponsor of the year, Fore Chicks! Fore Chicks is a Canadian-owned, Women-run business. I'm proud to have their support because all apparel is designed by women, and for women! Get 20% at https://www.forechicks.com/ when you use promo code WIM20 at checkout. Chapters (00:00) Introduction and Background (03:10) The Connection Between Fitness and Finance (08:32) Empowering Women in the Financial Space (11:23) Overcoming Barriers as a Woman in Finance (14:49) Gaining Confidence through Podcasting and Media Appearances (19:37) Exploring the Relationship Between Mental Health and Finance (23:09) The Impact of Upbringing on Money Mindset (26:09) The Influence of Location and Leaving a Full-Time Job (29:45) Moving to Toronto for More Opportunity (31:11) The Challenges of the Housing Market (33:47) The Role of Shame in Money (35:24) The Need for Empathy in Personal Finance (37:30) Investing Beyond Real Estate (43:14) End of Year Financial Planning (46:06) Best and Worst Financial Decisions (50:56) Writing a Book on Money Psychology Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, musician Margo Price discusses her journey as an artist and the significant moments of her career with host, Sarah Burke. She talks about exploring production and studio work, as well as her reinvention as an artist. Margo also shares her experiences with psilocybin and how it has influenced her music, and lead to her to sobriety. Of course, she discusses the challenges of being a public figure and navigating controversy online, especially as a woman with strong opinions. Margo Price uses her platform to address social and political issues, even in the face of controversy and hate. Margo also tells Sarah about collaborating with artists like Sharon Van Etten and Mike Campbell who have been influential to her music for many years. Margo highly recommends a few audiobooks at the end of the episode: Lucinda William's Don't Tell Anybody The Secrets I Told You and Patsy Cline: In Her Own Words, which she wrote the forward for. Episode art photo by @MamaHotdog / https://www.mamahotdog.com/ (00:00) Introduction and Personal Update (00:29) The Year of Margo Price (01:57) Exploring Production and Studio Work (02:45) Reinventing Herself as an Artist (03:47) Proudest Moments of the Year (04:52) Lessons from Willie Nelson (05:09) The Influence of Psilocybin on Music (06:17) The Freedom of Creativity (07:00) Psilocybin as a Tool for Healing (08:00) The Journey to Sobriety (08:27) Destigmatizing Psychedelics (09:12) The Inspiration Behind 'Strays' (10:07) The Benefits of Psychedelic Experiences (11:24) Collaborations with Sharon Van Etten and Mike Campbell (12:45) The Connection Between Music and Memoir (13:40) Performing on The Daily Show (17:36) Navigating Controversy and Hate Online (18:36) Using Art to Address Social and Political Issues (19:41 The Challenges of Being a Public Figure (22:34) Highlighting the Song 'Black Wolf Blues' (24:59) Upcoming Plans and Love for Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Sarah Burke interviews Rakhee Morzaria who is an old schoolmate. Rakhee is a Canadian Screen Award-nominated comedian and actress who stars in the hit CBC comedy RUN THE BURBS where she also served as a Season One writer. An accomplished actor, Rakhee has been featured on WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS (FX), MY SPY (Netflix), PRIVATE EYES (Global TV), and HUDSON & REX (CityTV). She also voices Tall Girl among other characters on Roku and the Family Channel’s animated series SUMMER MEMORIES. Rakhee is an alumni of The Second City Bob Curry Fellowship, and has performed on the stages of Second City in their Family and Education Company, Hart House Theatre, Bad Dog Theatre, the CBC Music Festival, and the Toronto Sketchfest.Her writing and comedic sketch-based shorts (NOTE TO SELF, BE RIGHT BACK) have been seen in Kevin Hart’s JUST FOR LAUGHS short film competition, screened at the Atlantic Film Festival, been nominated for a Canadian Screen Award, and have upward of a million views. On this episode, Sarah and Rakhee discuss her career journey from American Eagle to improv in China, to Second City in Toronto and pursuing a career in the arts. Rakhee shares her experiences in theater, improv, and creating her own web series, Note to Self. They also touch on the challenges of being a woman in the public space, how to handle rejection, and the importance of supportive women in the industry. Rakhee also discusses her role as Camille Phan in the CBC series Run the Burbs. She shares lessons she has learned from failure and the importance of support from her family and collaborators. Rakhee also suggests the audiobook BURNOUT. Chapters (00:00) Introduction and Reconnecting (03:06) Discovering a Passion for the Arts (04:55) Transitioning into the Arts (08:36) From Theater and Improv to the Big Screen (12:24 ) Sharing Personal Stories in Note to Self (15:35 ) Navigating the Public Space as a Woman (18:23 ) Supportive Women in the Industry (22:53) Advice and Dealing with Rejection (25:09) Lessons from Failure and Closure (28:27) Starting Run the Burbs (32:09) Infusing Authenticity into the Character (34:00) Kindness and Cultural Representation (37:18) Support from Family and Overcoming Financial Worries (40:11) Navigating Rest and Recovery (44:54) Proudest Moment: Celebrating Note to Self (47:04) Nominations for Future Guests Follow along with Rakhee Morzaria: https://www.rakheemorzaria.com/ Find out more about the Women in Media Podcast at http://womeninmedia.ca/ Follow the Women in Media Podcast on Instagram @WomenInMediaPod Follow the Women in Media Podcast on Facebook @WomenInMediaPod Follow the Women in Media Podcast on X @WomenInMediaPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Sarah speaks to Anna Li, aka The Cannabinista. Anna is a cannabis recipe developer, content creator, and cannabis advocate. Anna merges her passion for food and cannabis by creating cannabis-infused recipes for her community of over 500k+ followers to watch and enjoy. Anna’s purpose as a content creator is to leverage her platform to end stigmas towards cannabis, by providing approachable and engaging cannabis education. Anna Li discusses her experiences in the cannabis industry, including creating a safe and inclusive community, dealing with negative comments, and navigating regulations and censorship. She also shares her wishlist for the cannabis industry and the importance of freedom of expression. Chapters (Times are approximate because of ads) (00:00) Creating a Safe and Inclusive Community (36:00) Proudest Moment (36:44) Dealing with Negative Comments (37:40) Challenges in a New Industry (39:45) Wishlist for the Cannabis Industry (40:44) Disclaimers and Freedom of Expression (42:12) Expanding into Other Verticals (42:47) Inspiring Women in the Cannabis and Media Space (45:01) Closing Remarks Follow along with Anna Li: Cannabis recipes and education: www.thecannabinista.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cannabinista.co TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cannabinista Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thecannabinista/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thecannabinista Find out more about the Women in Media Podcast: http://womeninmedia.ca/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/WomenInMediaPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WomenInMediaPod/ X: https://twitter.com/WomenInMediaPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@Burketalks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Sarah Burke is joined by two very impressive podcasters, Alex Bennett and Jordyn Woodruff. Their Mean Girl Pod began at Barstool Sports and they describe their show as, "...your best friends coming together for honest conversations about sex, friendship, mental health and living in the big city as outsiders." In this conversation, Alex and Jordyn talk about sharing their personal lives with their podcasting audience, the evolution of their content, what they've learned from their time at Barstool Sports and entrepreneurship, their proudest moments and their toughest moments in the spotlight. Jordyn is a Minnesota native who now lives in New York. After leaving her job in corporate Insurance, she landed at Barstool Sports 2 years ago. Jordyn now is COO of Just Media and Co-Host of Mean Girl Pod. Alex is an Oklahoma native who now lives in New York. After leaving her job as head of marketing for a tech start-up, she landed at Barstool Sports 2 years ago. Alex is now founder and CEO of Just Media and Co-Host of Mean Girl Pod. Listen to the Mean Girl Pod on Apple Podcasts HERE. Watch the Mean Girl Pod on YouTube HERE. Follow the Mean Girl Pod on Instagram HERE. Follow the Mean Girl Pod on Instagram HERE. Find out more about the Women in Media Podcast at http://womeninmedia.ca/ Follow the Women in Media Podcast on Instagram @WomenInMediaPod Follow the Women in Media Podcast on Facebook @WomenInMediaPod Follow the Women in Media Podcast on X @WomenInMediaPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SangitaPatel is an engineer turned television personality, who worked her way up in the Canadian news landscape reporting on local lifestyle and entertainment news.Sangitajoined ET Canada in 2014, covering breaking entertainment news and traveling the globe to interview some of today's biggest stars including Julia Roberts, Dwayne Johnson, Tom Cruise, George Clooney and Helen Mirren. In 2021, Sangita was announced as the host of brand new series ET Canada weekend. Then in 2022 becoming the permanent co-host of ET Canada. Also winning for two consecutive years 2 Canadian Screen Awards as host for ETC live and nominated for a CSA people’s choice award in 2020 and nominated for best host in 2019 for HGTV Canada series Home To Win. In 2016,Sangitastarted hosting of HGTV Canada’s popular home renovation series for 4 seasons, Home to Win leading the program for the past four seasons, and garnering a Canadian Screen Award nomination for her hosting duties. In 2019,Sangitawas named the Canadian spokesperson for COVERGIRL’s Simply Ageless Collection, and acts as COVERGIRL’s first Canadian South Asian ambassador. A strong believer in education, she is a supporter of BOOST, War Child and ONE Campaign. Follow along with Sangita Patel’s Next Chapter: Twitter: @sangita_patel Instagram: @sangita.patel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robyn Stewart, of Women in Media Podcast Episode #51, nominated this week’s guest for a future episode as someone she admired in the music industry. While we tried to connect this summer, our schedules didn’t align until this fall and I was excited to learn that she was sitting on an exciting announcement!! She is the creator and writer of the new CBC Gem Original Series How to Fail as a Popstar, a Canadian Screen Award winner, and a Polaris Music Prize nominee. Her best-selling book I’m Afraid of Men was heralded by VanityFair as “cultural rocket fuel,” which we’ll discuss in this interview, and she is the founder of the award-winning publishing imprint VS. Books, which supports emerging BIPOC writers. Vivek Shraya is an artist whose body of work crosses the boundaries of music, literature, visualart, theatre, TV, film, andfashion. Vivek has been a brand ambassador for MAC Cosmetics and Pantene, and she is a director on the board of the Tegan and Sara Foundation. Read More about Vivek Shraya: https://vivekshraya.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

*CONTENT WARNING* This episode of the Women in Media podcast discusses allegations of sexual violence and may be upsetting or triggering to some readers/listeners. Sarah Burke here, back from traveling and enjoying what I'll call the "summer of Sarah." While most of us were enjoying the sun, long-time music journalist Karen Bliss was eagerly anticipating the publication of THIS article. She spent most of the pandemic combing through a string of allegations from several women, but most notably, a woman who goes by Noire and shared THIS post back in 2019. While I've been seeing Karen around at concerts in Toronto for many years, we first got to know each other during Nunavut Music Week the same year, and I had been interested in hearing more about her journalism career before I became aware of this story. If you have information pertaining to this story, please email [email protected] Stories about sexual assault allegations can be traumatizing for survivors of sexual assault. If you or anyone you know needs support, in the United States you can reach out to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) by calling the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE) or visiting the organization’s website for more information. In Canada, visit the Sexual Assault Support website or call the Assaulted Women’s Helpline 1-866-863-0511. All these organizations provide free, confidential support to sexual assault victims. Read more from Karen Bliss: https://www.billboard.com/author/karen-bliss/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I first met Stefanie Purificati at Nunavut Music Week in 2019 during the trip of a lifetime up north to work with Indigenous artists. There were so many special connections made on that trip; both for the artists and the industry professionals involved. Stef made me laugh over dinner one of the first evenings at the legion and we've been seeing each other at shows in Toronto ever since! Stefanie is an agent and music industry veteran who got her start as the in-house talent buyer at the Drake Hotel. She began her career as an agent in 2010 and has just recently joined The Feldman Agency (who represent bands like Feist, Orville Peck, Shania Twain, The Beaches & more, peep the roster HERE). A highly active member of the community, Stefanie has sat on the Board of Directors for the Country Music Association of Ontario, worked for the Polaris Music Prize for a decade, and is a frequent panelist at conferences like Canadian Music Week, Halifax Pop Explosion, Line Check (Milan, Italy), Canadian Country Music Week and many more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I first met Stefanie Purificati at Nunavut Music Week in 2019 during the trip of a lifetime up north to work with Indigenous artists. There were so many special connections made on that trip; both for the artists and the industry professionals involved. Stef made me laugh over dinner one of the first evenings at the legion and we've been seeing each other at shows in Toronto ever since! Stefanie is an agent and music industry veteran who got her start as the in-house talent buyer at the Drake Hotel. She began her career as an agent in 2010 and has just recently joined The Feldman Agency (who represent bands like Feist, Orville Peck, Shania Twain, The Beaches & more, peep the roster HERE). A highly active member of the community, Stefanie has sat on the Board of Directors for the Country Music Association of Ontario, worked for the Polaris Music Prize for a decade, and is a frequent panelist at conferences like Canadian Music Week, Halifax Pop Explosion, Line Check (Milan, Italy), Canadian Country Music Week and many more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices