From Canadian Farm Girl to Media Queen: Christine Blanchette’s Story of Grit, Growth & Giving Back
Description
Running isn’t just a sport—it’s a mindset. In this episode of the Localization Fireside Chat, I sit down with Christine Blanchette, Canadian TV Host, Producer of Run With It, and an inspiring voice in fitness, wellness, and media. From growing up on a hobby farm in Quebec to gracing the cover of Celebrity Online Magazine and creating her own nationally recognized TV show, Christine shares how setbacks turned into stepping stones.
💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ How Christine turned a layoff into a national media platform
✅ The link between running, discipline, and career success
✅ Why storytelling and community fuel her purpose
✅ Her refreshing take on AI: "My brainstorming friend"
✅ How she’s empowering women and creators across Canada 📌 Chapters:
⏱ 0:00 – Introduction & Welcome
⏱ 1:23 – Meet Christine Blanchette
⏱ 3:50 – From Hobby Farm to the Big Stage
⏱ 6:40 – The Birth of Run With It
⏱ 10:10 – Facing Rejection and Staying the Course
⏱ 15:42 – Bilingual Roots and Staying Connected to Quebec
⏱ 19:34 – AI in Media: Tool or Threat?
⏱ 27:00 – Women in Media: Breaking Barriers
⏱ 36:20 – Christine’s Advice: Hustle with Heart
⏱ 41:00 – Final Thoughts & Where to Follow Her
📢 Connect With Us: 🎙 Listen to the Localization Fireside Chat Podcast: 🔗 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OoURgc29R31XPGzOWL9iX?si=608c4ad8d55b4e3d 🔗 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/localization-fireside-chat/id1688770183 🌎 Visit My Blog: 🔗 www.robinayoub.blog 📩 Let’s Connect: 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinayoub/ 📧 Email: rsayoub@gmail.com
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