This weeks guest is Sabrina Nicosia! Sabrina is a Toronto Based Real Estate Agent, TV Producer, Podcaster and Entrepreneur. Shantelle and Sabrina discuss relaunching life after marriage, re entering the dating scene, picking up the pieces of business ventures and more! FOLLOW - LIKE - COMMENT - SHARE! CONNECT WITH SHANTELLE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shantellebisson/?hl=en WEBSITE: https://shantellebisson.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@withoutlosingyourcool NEWSLETTER:...
Everyone’s favorite co-host is back! Pietro Russino returns for another episode with Shantelle. Among many other things, he manages six luxury skin care brands, and is a progressive leader constantly fostering growth and pushing forward for innovation; and currently serving as the Vice President of Operations at Beautymark Solutions Inc. In this episode the besties weigh in on the importance of alone time, family trips and experiencing death. Sometimes we agree and sometimes we do...
This week's episode brings back a great friend of the show: GINA LIVY! Gina Livy is the founder and CEO of Weight Loss by Gina Inc., a business that helps people lose weight in a healthy and sustainable way. Allowing them move on with their lives without the stress of weight loss, and a healthy life being their sole focus. After winning her own battle with stubborn weight gain, and developing health issues, Gina has taken this winning formula to help thousands of people lose weight for over ...
Welcome back! In this overdue solo episode Shantelle discusses corporate greed, internalized misogyny, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds SNL 50th anniversary drama, and what Amazon and CHEF BOYARDEE have in common! As always, support this independent podcast by making sure you: FOLLOW - LIKE - COMMENT - SHARE! CONNECT WITH SHANTELLE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shantellebisson/?hl=en WEBSITE: https://shantellebisson.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@withoutlosingyourcool NEWSL...
What's really going on with the Canadian elections process? Sabrina Maddeaux is a National Magazine Award winner, and a political columnist whose work has appeared in the National Post, Globe and Mail, Toronto Star and many other media outlets. She frequently appears on Canada's top radio and TV programs, as well as thought leadership forums, to provide political and economic analysis, often from a millennial perspective. It's an honour and privilege to sit down with a woman who has gone behi...
Everyone’s favorite co-host is back! Pietro Russino returns for another episode with Shantelle. Among many other things, he manages six luxury skin care brands, and is a progressive leader constantly fostering growth and pushing forward for innovation; and currently serving as the Vice President of Operations at Beautymark Solutions Inc. In this episode Shantelle and Pietro discuss whether or not Two Things Can Be True. Topics include how opposites really do attract, and they deep...
An inspirational trainer and creative educator with a passion for encouraging women to lead happier, healthier lives, Nikki Bergen is one of Canada’s most sought after health and fitness experts. A former professional dancer, Nikki has dedicated her life to creating fitness programs that create choreography from science, each one specially designed to enable women to ditch the guilt and bring balance to their bodies. Nikki’s passion for helping women has driven her to become a renowned Stott ...
In WLYC Episode 71 Shantelle sits down with one of Canada’s favorite celebrity interior designers, Danielle Bryk. They chat about the things they have in common: like being married to actors, moving houses like the feds are after you, and the need to make each new rental a home so your kids - hopefully - don’t realize how often you move, all Without Losing Your Cool. They dig into the pain and difficulty that often comes with being moms who have their own dreams and passions that take t...
Pietro Russino is an accomplished and versatile business professional with a proven track record of success across diverse industries, including corporate retail, consumer goods, financial services, and luxury beauty management. With over a decade of experience, Pietro combines entrepreneurial insight with corporate acumen, making him a dynamic leader adept at driving growth and fostering innovation. He is currently serving as the Vice President of Operations at Beautymark Solutions Inc. ...
The Holistic Beauty Coach is HERE! Amanda Porta also known as the Holistic Beauty Coach joins us this week. Amanda is a health coach, a patient advocate and a huge force behind spreading awareness for Breast Implant Health Illness. She has built a strong, loyal fan base on social media by whistle blowing on how sick implants really make women. After her own implant illness almost ruined her health forever, Amanda made it her sole focus to get to the bottom of the dangers of breast implants. A...
In this Episode of WLYC Shantelle sits down with Christina Jennings - Founder, Chairman and President of Shaftesbury, one of Canada’s leading film and television companies. Shaftesbury is a company known for innovative storytelling and building successful brands. Spanning television, feature film and digital productions, Shaftesbury titles are sold in over 150 countries worldwide. In this conversation Shantelle goes behind the scenes and uncovers exactly what it took for Christina to ta...
In this episode of Without Losing Your Cool, we are happy to have Brock McGillis with us. Brock McGillis is a former professional hockey player, trailblazing advocate, and unapologetic culture disruptor on a mission to transform the sport he loves. As the first openly gay men’s professional hockey player, Brock shattered stereotypes, igniting conversations that have reshaped hockey’s landscape. Now, he’s taking that impact beyond the rink, becoming one of the most influential voices in sports...
The dream behind entrepreneurship is: freedom, financial independence, and FUN! In this episode we explore what to do when the entrepreneurial sh*t hits the fan, and how to reclaim it all, by chatting with FUN experts Andrea Parker and Mel Mills. Andrea, a former police detective turned keynote speaker and Conscious Leadership coach, along with her life partner, Mel, a former professional hockey player, turned “Chief Fun Officer”, curate transformative experiences to help heart-led entr...
This season’s very first listener Q & A Shantelle answers your burning questions. From infidelity, to getting what you need out of your relationships. How to not only set healthy personal boundaries, but how to hold them. You do not want to miss a thing. As always, support this independent podcast by making sure you: FOLLOW - LIKE - COMMENT - SHARE! CONNECT WITH SHANTELLE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shantellebisson/?hl=en WEBSITE: https://shantellebisson.com/ YOUTUBE...
He’s back! Shantelle’s BFF Pietro returns for his second episode of gabbing and gossip. Pietro Russino is an accomplished and versatile business professional with a proven track record of success across diverse industries, including corporate retail, consumer goods, financial services, and luxury beauty management. In this new episode, Shantelle introduces the segment ‘B*tch Yes, B*tch No’. Follow along while everyone’s fave new duo discuss things they agree on but more importantly... DISAGRE...
Introducing Pietro, one of Shantelle’s longest (and funniest) friends! Pietro Russino is an accomplished and versatile business professional with a proven track record of success across diverse industries, including corporate retail, consumer goods, financial services, and luxury beauty management. With over a decade of experience, Pietro combines entrepreneurial insight with corporate acumen, making him a dynamic leader adept at driving growth and fostering innovation. He is currently servin...
**Warning: this episode deals with incredibly sensitive topics, including self harm, addiction and drug use** For the first interview of the season, Shantelle sits down with top Canadian defence attorney, Jordana Goldlist. Jordana H. Goldlist is the owner of JHG Criminal Law, a boutique firm focused on defending people charged with murder, drug trafficking, and firearms offences. In a captivating interview full of twists and turns Jordana discusses her time on both sides of the law, her...
Shantelle Bisson is a 3 time author, with two of her books getting on the best-sellers list. She is also an entrepreneur and the host of this spicy, real-talk lifestyle Without Losing Your Cool podcast. The WLYC season 4 focus is: (Un)Becoming all that society puts upon us women to BE. The guests this season are a collection of everyday people whose work and missions align with what she’s doing: encouraging women to be CEOs of their health, and spiritual wellness. And who have stepped outside...
In this inspiring episode, and also the season finale of Season 3, we delve into the profound wisdom gained through life's trials and tribulations. Join us as we explore the art of pushing through adversity and the powerful messages that life imparts upon us. Throughout the season, we've encountered incredible moments that have left a lasting impact, and we'll share some of those poignant stories that resonated deeply with us. Discover the transformative journey of learning to be grateful for...
In this heartwarming episode, we sit down with Cheryl Hickey, a renowned TV Host, devoted mom, and passionate entrepreneur. Family is at the core of Cheryl's life, and she shares the profound influence of her mom, who serves as her role model. Join us as we delve into Cheryl's life as she balances her bustling career with her cherished roles as a wife and mother to two beautiful kids, Jaxson and Nyla, along with their lovable canine companions, Murphy and Buddy. Cheryl's commitment to giving ...