The Sassy Pod

In episode 48 we play the card game "we're not really strangers" and it gets interesting. 

Fall fashion is coming in hot and our biggest question is the fuck do we wear after being in lockdown for a year and how to we look cute without breaking the bank on all new clothes. Just your luck we brought on our fashion specialist Emma Della Rocca to give us to low down on fall trends, what is trendy vs timeless, and how to use what you already have in your closet to create new stylish outfits for fall. 

In episode 46 as an ode to the TikTok trend, we ask the question "is he hot or is it just a pandemic?" From if you are meant to be, to signs that maybe it's time to fly solo we cover everything in this episode to help you truly figure out if they are hot or it's just a pandemic. We also talk about how dating has changed with the pandemic and the difference between how people approach online dating. This will be fun xx

Throwback to our classic episodes, no guests, no plans, just a life update about everything going on in our lives. From Alyx's trip to Aruba to where we are in our body confidence journey, new shows to watch, restaurants to try, and wtf we are going to wear at school - can we still wear our sweatsuits??? LMK. 

In episode 44 we have Kiara Botha the co-founder of Marlow. Marlow is a safe space that facilitates connections and conversations around menstrual and sexual wellness, as well as a one-stop-shop for elevated, refreshing, and shame-free products and education- and soon they will be launching their very own product to combat an issue that many menstruators and tampon users face.  In this episode, we talk about everything from how scary it is starting a business straight out of university, to the struggles of being taken seriously as a young woman, dealing with mental health issues to pursuing goals, how to even make money as an entrepreneur, and Kiara's tips for others to follow in a similar path. We also dive into Marlow's blog content talking about blood stain removal, and tampon myths such as toxic shock syndrome, and menstrual product accessibility, along with what we are taught in sex-ed and how it doesn't line up with the experiences that we have had.  We love Marlow and the space that they have created for accessible, relatable, and approachable information. If you are interested in checking out Marlow's blog click here and for their aesthetically pleasing insta click here

Yup, I think we have it, our favourite episode yet. In episode 43 we have an amazing chat with registered dietitian Victoria Myers who is the owner of Nourishing Minds Nutrition. In this conversation, we talk about everything from the obsession of eating healthy and the signs that it may be turning into disordered eating - orthorexia, what the signs are of disordered eating, social media trends that may actually be more negative than positive, what thin privilege is, and a whole lot on digestive issues and IBS and how they may not be related to the food you are eating at all. Victoria also explains what to do on days that you are having a bad body day which is something I think everyone needs to hear. This episode is jam-packed with so many good points, tips, and information we couldn't be more grateful to have Victoria on the Sassy Pod! If you want to check out her Instagram its https://www.instagram.com/victoriamyers_/ and Nourishing Minds Nutrition And then her podcast is so amazing and she goes more in-depth about topics we discussed.   If you liked this episode please make sure to like, rate, and review we value your support everyday <3

Yup, I think we have it, our favourite episode yet. In episode 43 we have an amazing chat with registered dietitian Victoria Myers who is the owner of Nourishing Minds Nutrition. In this conversation, we talk about everything from the obsession of eating healthy and the signs that it may be turning into disordered eating - orthorexia, what the signs are of disordered eating, social media trends that may actually be more negative than positive, what thin privilege is, and a whole lot on digestive issues and IBS and how they may not be related to the food you are eating at all. Victoria also explains what to do on days that you are having a bad body day which is something I think everyone needs to hear. This episode is jam-packed with so many good points, tips, and information we couldn't be more grateful to have Victoria on the Sassy Pod!  If you want to check out her Instagram its https://www.instagram.com/victoriamyers_/ and Nourishing Minds Nutrition And then her podcast is so amazing and she goes more in-depth about topics we discussed.   If you liked this episode please make sure to like, rate, and review we value your support everyday <3

In episode 42 we have on the glowing and authentic queen Veronica from Dewy. With Dewy, Veronica, and guest writers honestly review wellness, menstruation, and pleasure aid products. You can read more here: https://www.alwaysdewy.com/ We really wanted to do this episode to give our listeners a beginner's guide to sex toys and pleasure as many of us including ourselves have had a minimal education on how to pleasure ourselves and it is not talked about enough. In this episode, we talk about everything from the stigma behind pleasure toys, why it's important to support all voices when it comes to pleasure, how to start using pleasure toys, dos and don't with pleasure aids and lubes, and how to bring toys into relationships.  We can't thank Veronica enough for being a voice for empowerment and inclusivity, as well as being a sassy mf role model for everyone listening.  Here are some of the websites that Veronica suggests using to buy pleasure aids and many of them have books as well to learn more ;)  - Shop Fleur  - Nox Shop - Venus Envy  - Spectrum Boutique  Happy listening friends, and keep us updated on your journey to owning your sexual pleasure :) 

Have you ever struggled with finding a contraceptive method that you actually like? We sat down with Dallas Barnes the CEO and founder of Reya Health to discuss how Reya helps women find birth control that is right for them, kinda like a dating app for birth control :) Dallas explains the importance of setting boundaries and establishing your goals with birth control in order to determine one that is actually right for your needs. We also talk about the lack of knowledge surrounding birth control and address many of the myths that circulate causing people to stop using it altogether. And of course, we chat about equal choice and what would happen if men took birth control.  If you are interested in checking out Reya the website is: https://www.reyahealth.ca/ 

In episode 40 we have the lovely Victoria Lyons to talk about her company "Slipp" which is a women's first condom brand that markets male condoms to women to empower women to make decisions about their reproductive health. This episode is full of important discussions about sex education, whether blue balls are real, the orgasm gap, abortion rights, plan B, and condoms. Disclaimer: The information mentioned in the episode is generalized based on surveys, market research, and personal experience, if you have specific questions about your reproductive health please consult your doctor.

In episode 39 we have an honest conversation about creating achievable goals with school, work, relationships, and ourselves, along with our struggle to find motivation and stay committed to our goals. We also give a TON of tips that we use to be productive and maximize the time we have to get things done. And no we are not always successful but we try :)

In part three of the sassy summer series, the girls give their tips for feeling confident this summer. They discuss editing photos, changing the language you use with your body and your food, and the normalization of disordered eating on social media.

In episode 37 Alyx and Viv dive into the insecurities that the phrase hot girl summer creates, looking at the pressure to work out, eat healthy, and lose weight. Stay tuned for part two next Saturday.

Welcome to part one of the Sassy Summer Four-Part Series!! In this episode, we discuss our covid safe summer plans to make the most out of this summer <3

Welcome back to Sassy Season Two! In episode 35 the girls talk about how they are bringing sassy back this summer. They talk about bikinis, why hot girl summer is only one season, and their insecurities when it comes to having a bikini body.

In Episode 34 the girls have Mariam and Karine from Heal the World Project to talk about their journey of starting their small business. Heal the World Project is a non-profit organization that makes beautiful and unique jewelry with all proceeds going to their charity of the month. This episode is all about finding your passion and being prepared to face all of the challenges that come your way. Listen to the episode to find out how to start your own small business!

In episode 33 the girls have on the talented Sofia Cretaro to talk about her modeling career. Sofia is from Toronto and has been working with brands such as Garage, Knix, Aldo, Hudsons Bay, La Vie en Rose, and many more! We wanted to have Sofia on to shine a light on the modeling industry and ask all of our burning questions about diets, size, myths, and what modeling is really like. This episode is all about empowerment, confidence, and self-acceptance and we are so here for it!! Let us know what you think about the episode and make sure rate, review, and follow us on insta @sassy_pod

Grab your cake & wine and be prepared for a good time. In episode 32, the girls give you a rundown of what the last two weeks have been like. They talk about their word of the year, and how to recognize your value in friendships and relationships. Viv also talks about her birthday week with tons of cake, flowers, and drinks. And of course, a little bit of self-love is brought up where they discuss some self-love myths and how to show self-love without spending any money.

In episode 31 the girls have on Maria Kestane to talk about how toxic diet culture is. Diet culture is extremely normalized on social media and in our lives. Maria shares the story of her relationship with food and her body and her journey to recovery from an eating disorder. This episode is deep and personal and we applaud Maria's strength in sharing her story. This episode is also available to watch on YouTube!

In episode 30, the girls talk about just a little bit of everything. This episode covers how to practice love languages and self-love on yourself, how to work fetishes into your relationship, and Viv shares all the tea she has learned about becoming a personal trainer covering misconceptions about fitness and food.