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On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Life Coach and Bliss Expert Judy Librach is joined by Noemi Weiss, award winning writer, director and producer. She’s here to tell us all about her newest documentary about the Christie Gardens Senior Orchestra. Noemi (no-eh-MEE ) Weis is an award-winning writer, director, producer, humanitarian and social-impact advocate who has spent more than two decades telling stories for the big and small screens, from international advertising and commercial productions, to award-winning documentaries that amplify the voices of the world’s most vulnerable. Born in Buenos Aires and educated in Argentina and Canada, Noemi brings an entrepreneurial spirit, a global perspective and a deep commitment to humanity to every project she undertakes. Her films have been seen in more than 100 countries, receiving numerous awards and, most importantly, creating meaningful impact in communities around the world. In 1998, Noemi founded Filmblanc, an international film production company built on a vision that was ahead of its time: bringing the world together through creative collaboration. Long before globalization became a common term and before email transformed international communication, she envisioned a network of producers and creative partners across borders, connecting talent and resources to make it possible for stories to be told anywhere in the world. Filmblanc went on to establish partnerships in more than 20 international markets and successfully deliver productions across continents. With a background spanning advertising, commercials, corporate productions and international service production, Noemi naturally evolved toward documentary filmmaking focused on human rights and social justice. Since 2004, through Filmblanc, she has created and produced films addressing issues including women’s and children’s rights, domestic violence, education, LGBTQ+ rights, youth mental health and social inclusion. Her documentaries have not only garnered international recognition and awards, but have also been used by organizations, educators and communities as tools for dialogue, awareness and change. A multiple award-winning, entrepreneurial and visionary company with a distinguished track record of excellence, Filmblanc continues to create and develop films that promote human rights and social justice. Noemi’s work has received extraordinary recognition. For her film MILK, she received a passionate message of support from Sophie Grégoire Trudeau and was honoured with an invitation to meet Pope Francis at the Vatican in recognition of the impact of her films. She has also been recognized as one of the Top 10 Most Influential Hispanic Canadians, an honour presented by former Toronto Mayor John Tory. Beyond filmmaking, Noemi has been deeply engaged in advancing Canadian creativity and entrepreneurship internationally. She has participated in Team Canada Trade Missions and served as a Business Ambassador of Ontario, promoting Canadian production and creative expertise abroad. Her entrepreneurial achievements have earned her nominations for Woman Entrepreneur of the Year by Export Development Canada, Woman Entrepreneur of the World, as the sole Canadian nominee, and most recently, nominated for the RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards. Today, Noemi continues to develop and produce films that sit at the intersection of storytelling, human rights and social impact. Whether working with communities, institutions, international partners or filmmakers, her mission remains consistent: to use the power of storytelling to connect people, challenge perceptions and create meaningful change. Noemi is fluent in English, French, Italian and Spanish. Also on the program, we have award winning performer Barbara Barsky to tell us her incredible performance in the musical Dancer (A Musical In Ten Furlongs). Some of Barbara’s impressive credits include Berthe in “Boeing Boeing” (Persephone Theatre), Mme Thenardier in “Les ...

On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer Judy Librach is welcoming back Rick Campanelli, Canadian Broadcast Legend and now author of the explosive and unflinchingly candid memoir, Tempted: My Story. Rick Campanelli is one of Canada’s most recognizable TV personalities. After spending nearly a decade with MuchMusic as one of their most popular hosts, he made the leap from the “nation’s music station” to ET Canada, where he covered many of the world’s most glamourous celebrity events from red carpets to revealing interviews with some of the biggest stars. Today, Rick is back on camera, appearing daily as Breakfast Television’s entertainment host and he hosts his own Sunday radio show, CHFI’s Rewind with Rick Campanelli. No matter the stage, Campanelli always brings his natural charm and wit to everything he does. Campanelli’s on-air career started after winning the 1994 MuchMusic Temp contest. His boyish charm and easy-going, up-front style quickly made him a favourite of viewers from coast to coast. From his flying leap off a jagged cliff with Sean Paul, to his dive out of an airplane with the Foo Fighters, to the pounding he took from pro wrestler, Cain, his willingness to go the extra distance speaks volumes about his work ethic and dedication. After nearly 10 years at MuchMusic, Campanelli joined the revered Entertainment Tonight brand with the launch of ET Canada. Co-hosting the program for 12 years, he offered the inside scoop on the latest celebrity gossip, current affairs, and pop culture trends. He has since co-hosted Z(ZEE)103.5’s morning show, where he dug into local and global headlines, as well as exciting entertainment news. He also hosted Food Network Canada’s The Incredible Food Race, a family-oriented series where he presided over exciting cook-off challenges. Campanelli is also the author of the explosive memoir Tempted, that looks beyond his public persona to share the private struggles, mistakes, and experiences that shaped his life behind the scenes. Campanelli is involved with numerous charitable organizations including World Vision Canada, Tuberous Sclerosis, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, McMaster Children’s Hospital, and Kid’s Help Phone. Then, later on in the program we’ll hear Lily Librach and her rendition of Tennessee Whiskey. Lily Librach is an award-winning international artist based in New York City, originally from Toronto, Canada. A multi-hyphenated performer—singer, actor, dancer—as well as a creator, producer and voice teacher, Lily has earned critical acclaim in major media outlets including CTV News, Broadway World, Zoomer Radio, and City Life/Dolce Magazine. Lily has appeared in sold-out productions across North America and Europe, performing at renowned venues including Merkin Hall, 54 Below, The Green Room 42, Triad Theater, and New World Stages in New York City; the Lunigiana International Music Festival in Tuscany, Italy; and Koerner Hall, Mirvish’s Panasonic Theatre, El Mocambo, and the Rogers Centre, in Toronto, Canada, where she has sung the US and Canadian Anthems on three different occasions. Join us on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss. Listen live every Saturday at 1pm on Zoomer Radio

On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by incredible Jazz musician and singer Ori Dagan to talk about the release of his latest album. Grand Prize Winner of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, Canadian jazz singer/songwriter Ori Dagan has cultivated a growing international following. With a rich bass-baritone and unmistakable sense of swing, he brings wit, warmth, and musical sophistication to standards, inventive pop reinterpretations, and original compositions alike. A dynamic live performer, Dagan collaborates with many of Canada’s finest musicians, creating performances that are joyful, inventive, and rooted in jazz tradition. Dagan has performed across Canada and internationally in the United States, Japan, South Korea, Morocco, Macedonia, Israel, and Germany. In 2023, he placed in the DownBeat Critics Poll (Rising Male Vocalist). His recordings reflect continual reinvention: S’Cat Got My Tongue (2009), Less Than Three 3 (2012), Nathaniel: A Tribute to Nat King Cole (2017), and Click Right Here (2022), his first all-original album exploring 21st century themes through swing and bebop. His newest album, Live in the Market (G-THREE Records, 2026), captures Dagan in his natural habitat: performing for a live audience. Recorded at Toronto’s historic Kensington Sound, the album celebrates the spontaneity, humour and human connection at the heart of great jazz. Fueled by interplay and improvisation, Live in the Market offers a vibrant portrait of Dagan as both vocalist and bandleader, inspired by an exceptional ensemble featuring Stu Harrison on piano, Brandi Disterheft on bass and Ben Wittman on drums. Beyond the stage, Dagan is an active producer, curator and passionate advocate for Toronto’s live music community. His work with JazzInToronto reflects a commitment to championing artists, creating meaningful opportunities for musicians and making live music welcoming and accessible to audiences of all kinds. Also on the program, we are welcoming back Leslie Gottlieb, founder of Erapreneur™and host of The Leslie Lives. Leslie Gottlieb is a Mama, Content Creator, Host & Speaker, and Writer/Producer with a passion for visual storytelling and creative collaboration. Working across film, television, commercials, digital content and new media, Leslie has eighteen years of professional experience in the Media Industry. Leslie began her career working in Radio at 92.5 Jack FM as an on-air personality. She then moved into Television and spent several years working in children's TV at DHX Media in various production and casting roles. In 2010, Leslie’s entrepreneurial spirit led her to co-found KLP, a Toronto-based video production company, that specialized in creating original and branded content across all media platforms. Leslie has had the pleasure of working with global brands like PlayStation and TD Bank, and one of her short films premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. More recently, her career journey shifted again when she stepped into a Marketing role where she led the launch of a revolutionary, eco-friendly, proudly Canadian, reusable water bottle called Smartbottle. Currently, Leslie has returned to her on-air passion with her latest venture, Hey, It's Leslie, where she creates content that celebrates female entrepreneurs and promotes incredible, female-founded products, events and services. Her platform also shares content about Mom Life and aims to inject comedy into the everyday as well. She also just launched a weekly live interview series titled "The Leslie Lives" that features Leslie interviewing Female Entrepreneurs about their journey in business. The show airs every Friday at 12pm EST on Instagram Live on her @heyitsleslieg Instagram page. Leslie is also the founder of Erapreneur™. A Fun-First Community, designed to redefine the entrepreneurial experience for women. Inspired by her own path as a business owner and countless conversa ...

On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach sits down with Toronto City Councillor and mayoral candidate Brad Bradford, for a candid conversation about the city, the issues and his vision for Toronto. Brad Bradford is the City Councillor for Ward 19, Beaches – East York. Brad Bradford believes in what used to be called Toronto the Good. And he is passionate that we must work hard to ensure that everyone and that all people can afford a safe, and a good life here. He has a passion for tackling our housing crisis, fighting gridlock, and making our community, streets and neighbourhoods safer. Brad brings an energetic and common-sense approach to City Hall, with a focus on removing bureaucratic barriers, treating taxpayer dollars with respect, and making local government deliver more for Torontonians. He is a champion for Toronto’s small businesses and has led efforts to unlock economic opportunities and create more good jobs. With experience as an urban planner, Brad has been the driving force behind important housing initiatives like streamlining the approvals process, and much more. Brad is running for Mayor because Torontonians have been taught to accept less, and he refuses to. He believes we deserve a city we can be proud of again, one that works for the people who pay for it. His campaign is focused on the three things Torontonians struggle with every day: Crime, Congestion, and Cost. But also he really wants a safe and kinder “Toronto the Good” again. Brad, his wife Kathryn, and their daughters Briar and Bronwyn are proud to call Beaches–East York home. Join us on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss. Listen live every Saturday at 1pm on Zoomer Radio

On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by Dana Wylie and Harry Gregg of Secondhand Dreamcar, an explosive soul/roots/blues band based in Edmonton. One of CKUA radio’s favourite acts, Secondhand Dreamcar saw its debut album Answer The Call landed at Number 6 on the station’s Top 100 albums of 2024. But, the band’s true superpower is as a dynamite live act, having cut its teeth as an ensemble in a 9-month residency at Edmonton’s legendary Blues on Whyte club, and since fostering an Alberta-wide, ever-growing following of devotees who never miss a show. They had a very busy 2025, selling out a two-nighter at Edmonton’s Yardbird Suite and playing a full roster of summer festivals, including the Edmonton Folk Festival and the Calgary Blues Festival. They’ve started off 2026 right, receiving three Canadian Blues Music Awards nominations and a JUNO nomination for Blues Album of the Year, for Answer the Call, and they just finished tracking their second album, which will be out in the Fall. Dana Wylie is a Canadian Blues Music Award nominee, a Canadian Folk Music Award nominee, and – with her roots/soul supergroup, Secondhand Dreamcar – and she’s also a JUNO nominee. She’s a singer of rare gift and a crafter of deeply felt and sharply observed songs, and Penguin Eggs magazine once called her the only artist about whom they have “felt comfortable comparing favourably to Joni Mitchell, in the scope of her talent EVER.” Cutting short a promising career in the Canadian theatre scene at 23, Dana moved to the unlikely locale of Taiwan, where she cut her musical teeth playing with jug bands, blues bands, bluegrass bands and cover bands, singing jazz in hotel lounges, and doing some of the most bizarre corporate gigs you could possibly imagine. Moving to the UK in 2005, she formed her own band there and zig-zagged the country in a Ford Transit van, multiple times over the next five years, releasing three critically-praised albums along the way. She then landed (exhausted) back in Canada in 2010 and enrolled in university to give herself a break. Dana’s 2017 record The Earth That You’re Made Of, earned her a CFMA nomination for Contemporary Singer of the Year, and was described by journalist and programmer Peter North as “one of the finest contemporary roots recordings to have ever been produced in Alberta, period.” She debuted her critically-acclaimed theatrical song-cycle Makings of a Voice in 2021, released her sixth solo album How Much Muscle in early 2023, as well an album of original country duets with Sammy Volkov in 2024, and she received her MA in Music from the University of Alberta that same year. Her band Secondhand Dreamcar’s debut album “Answer the Call" received a 2025 JUNO nomination for Blues Album of the Year and three Canadian Blues Music Awards nominations, including Female Vocalist of the Year for Dana, and their new album “Get Ready” will be released in Fall 2026. Harry Gregg is a producer, engineer and bassist based in Edmonton, AB. Since switching to full time music in 2011, he has produced more than fifty full-length records and recorded and mixed many more albums and singles for artists in a variety of genres. As a producer, he considers it paramount to capture each artist’s individual character at the core of the recordings. Harry has been a partner at the beloved Riverdale Recorders in Edmonton since 2014, alongside the venerable Scott Franchuk. In addition to his studio work, Harry is also very busy as a musician, playing many live shows and on numerous recordings each year. Harry has produced albums for Sammy Volkov (1st Album to ever debut at #1 on the CKUA charts), Braden Gates (2022 CFMA winner for Traditional Album of the Year), Emmet Michael (2022 Edmonton Music Prize Winner), Maddie Storvold, Daniel Gervais, Dana Wylie, Celeigh (kay-lee) Cardinal (2018 WCMA Winner for Indigenous Artist of the Year) and many more, and has performs regularly ...

On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by Aimee Delman, psychic medium, spiritual guide, human development expert and podcast host of Ask Spirit with Aimee Delman. Aimee Delman brings over 20 years of experience as a psychic medium, spiritual guide, and human development expert. She has worked with individuals and leaders across diverse industries, blending her intuitive gifts with a solid foundation in conflict resolution, mediation, and specialized graduate training in Family Therapy. Holding a PhD in Social Science and an MSc in Alternative Dispute Resolution, Aimee has taught at Syracuse University and Nova Southeastern University. Her specialty is intuitive foresight and energetic alignment, empowering clients with strategic decision-making and leadership growth. Through private and program-based consulting—primarily delivered virtually—Aimee helps you gain the clarity and confidence needed to navigate complex business and personal challenges with ease. Join us Saturday at 1 PM on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss. Listen live every Saturday at 1pm on Zoomer Radio

On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by Kelsi Mayne the powerhouse singer/songwriter and one of the most exciting voices in Canadian country music. Kelsi Mayne is one of Canada’s most acclaimed independent artists, known for her raspy vocals, witty lyrics, genre-bending sound, soulful music, electrifying stage presence, and her explosive live shows. Born in Windsor, Ontario—just across the river from Detroit— Kelsi blends country roots with Motown soul, hip-hop, rock, and modern pop influences. After nearly a decade writing in Nashville, she has developed a signature style that bridges audiences and crosses genres, appealing to mainstream country and contemporary listeners alike. Her recent single, “For The Record,” landed on SiriusXM’s The Highway discovery program “On the Horizon”, Red White and Booze, and Top of the Country. She has also appeared on Apple Music’s massive “Today’s Country” playlist, an Amazon Music billboard in Toronto’s Dundas Square, and the cover of Spotify’s “North Country” playlist. A former nationally ranked sprint-hurdler, and a former Highland Dancer, who fun fact: also has a nursing degree, Kelsi brings that same drive and discipline to her thriving music career. She has earned three CMA Ontario nominations, was a SiriusXM Top of the Country contest finalist, and is the 2024 International Songwriting Competition winner. Her breakout single “Breaking Bad,” produced by Ryan Stewart (Carly Rae Jepsen, Simple Plan, Owl City), reached the Top 50 at Canadian Country Radio in 2025, helping push her catalogue past 3 million streams. On stage, Kelsi has become a festival favourite— playing nearly every major country festival in Canada from Cavendish Beach Music Festival to Big Valley Jamboree, and is the only fully independent artist repeatedly invited back to Boots and Hearts and the Calgary Stampede. A festival favourite, her electrifying stage presence and fearless determination, have made her a standout on the country's biggest festival stages. Championed by industry leaders including producer Chip Matthews (Luke Combs, Kacey Musgraves, Riley Green, Brooks & Dunn), songwriter Brett Sheroky (Blake Shelton, Tucker Wetmore), Nashville’s prestigious Whiskey Jam, Kelsi Mayne is a proven performer ready for takeoff. All aboard the #MayneTrain! Join us on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss. Listen live every Saturday at 1pm on Zoomer Radio

On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by Registered Dietitian and founder of HealthyU, Alissa Steinberg. Alissa is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator with over 15 years of clinical and academic experience across SickKids Hospital, Unity Health, the Markham Family Health Team, and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine. She is the founder of Healthy U, a nutrition-focused company providing evidence-based counselling and corporate consulting. As a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) candidate, Alissa’s expertise spans the metabolic, hormonal, and digestive dimensions of health, with a strong focus on prevention and long-term well-being for both women and men. She is widely recognized for her ability to translate complex science into practical strategies that optimize hormone balance, cardiometabolic health, bone and muscle preservation, and digestive wellness. Beyond clinical practice, Alissa has built a digital community of more than 783K followers on Instagram (healthyu_dietitian) and 22K on TikTok, and she regularly contributes to national media outlets, including CTV’s The Social, where she shares accessible, research-driven health insights. Also on the program, we are welcoming back, Alana Kayfetz, the creator and founder of the Kayfetz Method and the very popular Mom Halo. Alana Kayfetz is the visionary, creator and founder of the Kayfetz Method and The Mom Halo. Her mission is to enrich women's lives by providing exceptional experiences that prioritize their well-being and joy. Through The Mom Halo, Alana redefines the motherhood journey, offering time, space, and permission for self-care and personal growth. Her community thrives on creating meaning, value, connections, fun, and education, ensuring that every mom enjoys a fulfilling and empowered experience. With a rich background in events and marketing, Alana blends expertise with passion to deliver “best in class” experiences for women navigating their founder journey. She’s also here today to talk about how to balance motherhood with the entrepreneurial journey. Join us on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss. Listen live every Saturday at 1pm on Zoomer Radio

On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is welcoming back internationally acclaimed parenting expert, speaker, and bestselling author Alyson Schafer for our annual Back to School episode. Alyson Schafer is an internationally acclaimed parenting expert, speaker, bestselling author, and media personality. Armed with years of research and clinical experience, Alyson presents concepts from ‘depth psychology’ on stages around the world, including TEDx. Alyson is able to break down complex ideas and present them in ways that are easy for parents to understand and more importantly, implement. Parents seek solutions and Alyson’s forte is delivering actionable tactics that arm parents with the skills and confidence they need to face modern life challenges. Using humour and relatable storytelling, she provides a fresh and positive understanding of family dynamics. “The end goal is to raise resilient, caring and capable kids – and have fun along the way!” - Alyson Schafer Join us on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss. Listen live every Saturday at 1pm on Zoomer Radio

On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by the incredibly talented indie-pop singer-songwriter, Julie Neff. She’s here to tell us all about her debut full length album “fine.”. Julie Neff is a Canadian indie-pop singer-songwriter whose emotionally charged music blends elements of alternative pop, rock, country, and blues. Originally from Guelph, Ontario, and now based in Montréal, Julie has become known for her soaring vocals, deeply personal songwriting, and cinematic sound. Her music explores themes of heartbreak, healing, resilience, and hope, creating songs that connect with listeners through honesty and vulnerability. Since releasing her debut EP Catharsis in 2018, followed by Over It in 2021, Julie has built an international following, performing throughout Canada, the United States, Ireland, Mexico, and Brazil. Her latest full-length album, fine., continues her evolution as an artist, inspired in part by her experiences navigating chronic illness and the pressure to appear "fine" while struggling beneath the surface. The album showcases her genre-blending style and powerful voice, inviting listeners into a journey of resilience, self-acceptance, and emotional healing. Join us on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss. Listen live every Saturday at 1pm on Zoomer Radio

On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by Marli Litchman, founder of The AI Tutor and the digital gift-giving platform Bestow. Marli Lichtman is the founder of The AI Tutor, an AI education and advisory practice that helps individuals and organizations confidently embrace artificial intelligence in practical, human-centered ways. Before founding The AI Tutor, Marli spent more than 15 years advising some of North America’s largest financial institutions on strategy, transformation, and digital innovation. After experiencing burnout, she left the corporate world to pursue a long-held dream of launching Bestow, a platform reimagining meaningful gifting for life’s biggest milestones. While building Bestow, Marli discovered the transformative potential of AI - not just as a productivity tool, but as a way to create more space for deeper thinking, meaningful work, and the people who matter most. That experience inspired her to launch The AI Tutor, where she now helps others confidently navigate the rapidly changing world of AI. Also on the program, we welcome back Audrey Hyams Romoff, founder of Overcat PR and author of The Undertow of Grief: Navigating Intergenerational Trauma. Audrey Hyams Romoff is the founder of OverCat, a communications strategy and event planning agency. While juggling a busy career, Audrey found the time to write a book about the intergenerational grief that affected four generations of women in her family. Originally published by a well respected indie publisher, the book has recently been picked up by a new publisher Burman/G&D and released as “The Undertow of Grief, Navigating Intergenerational Trauma”. The book is now available at Indigo stores all across the country and online. Audrey’s second book, coming out in January 2027, focusses on the importance of strong communications skills for young women beginning their careers and female entrepreneurs. In the age of AI, do communications skills still matter? The answer is a resounding yes!! They are even more important now. OverCat continues to work on high profile accounts including Clinique and the third annual “Time to Watch us Fly” Film Festival luncheon, which is being hosted by Longines watches, honouring women in the film and television industry. Join us on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss. Listen live every Saturday at 1pm on Zoomer Radio

On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Judy Librach is joined by Veruschka Mungroo, founder and creator of High Sociétéa, Canada's first luxury afternoon tea experience aboard a moving double-decker bus. Veruschka Mungroo is a South African-Canadian entrepreneur, award-winning communications strategist, and former international entertainment journalist with more than 15 years of experience spanning media, marketing, and storytelling. Throughout her journalism career, she interviewed some of the world's biggest stars, including Bryan Adams, Russell Peters, Priyanka Chopra, members of the Kardashian family, and the cast of Mission: Impossible III. Veruschka, later transitioned into entertainment marketing and communications, leading campaigns for some of the world's most recognizable brands and studios, including Disney, 21st Century Fox, Universal Studios, BBC, Nickelodeon, and Cartoon Network. After immigrating to Canada in 2018, Veruschka joined the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in a communications role before continuing her work as a senior editor, writer, and marketing executive. Today, Veruschka is the founder and creator of High Sociétéa, Canada's first luxury afternoon tea experience aboard a moving double-decker bus. Inspired by cherished afternoon tea traditions that she shared with her mother following her mother's dementia diagnosis, High Sociétéa blends elegant dining, sightseeing, live music, and meaningful connection into a one-of-a-kind Toronto experience. Beyond creating memorable experiences, Veruschka is passionate about supporting women and newcomers to Canada, with High Sociétéa regularly welcoming women from local shelters as honoured guests for complimentary experiences. Also on the program is Lara Smith - founder and CEO of Lusomé, a luxury sleep-tech brand. Lara’s journey began when her sister’s battle with breast cancer left her searching for solutions to relentless night sweats and disrupted sleep. Out of this personal mission, Lara built Lusomé—a brand rooted in empathy and innovation, committed to creating beautiful, evidence-based pyjamas and sheets for women navigating menopause and other sleep challenges. In 2025, Lusomé’s breakthrough technology received peer-reviewed clinical validation from Harvard Medical School and Brigham & Women’s Hospital, confirming what women had been experiencing for years: transformative improvements in sleep quality and relief from night sweats. This scientific substantiation reinforces Lara’s belief that women deserve better than empty “cooling” claims—they deserve solutions backed by rigorous research. Through Lusomé and The Sweaty Pillow, Lara is leading a movement to break the silence around women’s sleep struggles, empower women in midlife with knowledge and resources, and bring credibility and compassion to one of the most ignored areas of health. Join us on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss. Listen live every Saturday at 1pm on Zoomer Radio

On this episode of Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by Aurora Browne, a multi Canadian Screen Award winning comedian, writer, producer, actor and co-creator of the Baroness von Sketch Show. Aurora Browne is proud to be one of the co-creators, writers, executive producers, directors, and stars of CBC’s multiple CSA award-winning Baroness Von Sketch Show. In 2019, Aurora appeared as the co-host of CBC’s The Great Canadian Baking Show Season 3. In addition, she has guest starred on Run the Burbs, Nurses, The Writer’s Block, Man Seeking Woman, Orphan Black, The Gavin Crawford Show, InSecurity, and Corner Gas among others. Aurora was also a co-creator, co-writer, executive producer and co-star of the hit web series Newborn Moms, which appeared both on CBC’s and ABC’s digital channels. An alumni of the Second City Toronto Main Stage, Aurora’s been nominated for many Canadian Comedy Awards for her work in Toronto’s red hot live sketch and improv scene. She was a nominee for the 2000 Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award and in 2008 won the CCA for Best Female Improviser. Aurora is a long time member of the award-winning Toronto company Videocabaret and has a number of theatre credits under her belt including recently directing the Young People’s Theatre’s adaptation of Snow White and starring in their company’s production of The Darkest Dark based on Chris Hadfield and Kate Fillion’s bestselling children’s book of the same name. Join us on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss. Listen live every Saturday at 1pm on Zoomer Radio

This week on Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by Ardra Shephard, award-winning blogger and podcast host, the creator and host of AMI-TV’s Fashion Dis and now author of her own memoir, Fallosophy: My Trip through Life with MS. Ardra Shephard is a Toronto-based trailblazing voice in the Multiple Sclerosis and disability communities, celebrated for her sharp wit and candid storytelling. As just mentioned, She’s the creator of the award-winning blog and podcast Tripping On Air, which is excellent by the way and she has built an impressive social media following. Yahoo Lifestyle reported that “@ms_trippingonair is the number-one chronic illness account to follow on Instagram”. Named one of The Kit’s 2023 Changemakers, Ardra's work has been featured in FASHION, InStyle, WebMD, BezzyMS Healthline, and other magazine and online publications. As the host of AMI-tv’s Fashion Dis and a consultant on various TV projects, Ardra is reshaping the narrative around disability. Her highly anticipated memoir, Fallosophy, (published by Douglas & McIntyre in the spring of 2025), continues to explore these themes with her trademark blend of insight and humor. Her memoir: Fallosophy: My Trip through Life with MS is based on Ardra Shephard’s own advocacy, and life, after doctors told her that she had MS. Those two letters split her life into a Before and After. Ardra confronts the inevitable. There is no cure for her disease. By her mid-thirties, she’s losing the ability to walk, and it’s terrifying. When she starts using mobility aids, she faces feelings of otherness and not belonging like never before. As Ardra’s deepest fears keep coming true, she starts to learn the most important lesson of her life. Having so far survived all of her worst-case scenarios, she begins to realize that a difficult life, doesn’t have to be a joyless life. Ardra says "Fallosophy: My Trip through Life with MS is a screw-you to MS and a refusal to be defined by whatever the world thinks disability is supposed to be”. It isn’t about fighting unwinnable battles with one’s own body or about overcoming impossible odds. There is no known cure for Multiple Sclerosis, but the hope is that, for those who live with MS, this book might take some of the edge off. Fallosophy: My Trip through Life with MS was also nominated for the Ontario Library Association’s Forest of Reading® 2026 Evergreen Award. For more on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss.

Coming up on Finding Your Bliss, Celebrity Interviewer and Bliss Coach Judy Librach is joined by award-winning sportscaster, host and author Andi Petrillo to tell us all about her book “Just Call Me Andi: Sports Stories from a Trailblazer”. Andi Petrillo is an award-winning sports broadcaster. In 2016, she became the first woman in Canada to win the Canadian Screen Award for Best Sports Host, and she’s gone on to win this award multiple times. In 2022, she became the first woman to be recognized by Sports Media Canada in the Outstanding Sportscaster category. Andi continues to present major sporting events for CBC Sports such as the Olympics and World Championships. She is a mainstay of Canadian hockey and soccer coverage, and currently hosts shows for Prime Hockey and OneSoccer. As an award-winning sportscaster, Andi’s career has spanned over two decades. Currently, Petrillo hosts CBC Sports, where she covers and shares the stories of high-performance athletes on the network’s weekend show, CBC Sports Presents. Throughout her career, Petrillo has achieved many firsts for women in sports broadcasting in Canada. She has helped pave the way for younger female broadcasters to build their own careers in the industry. Andi Petrillo can be seen on many major sports broadcasting events, as just mentioned, CBC Sports’ coverage of the World Championships and the Olympic Games. Most recently, she has become the lead host for CBC’s broadcasts of the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL). Petrillo also shares her extensive soccer knowledge on the digital platform OneSoccer. She is the lead host for the men’s and women’s national teams, the Canadian Championship tournament, and the Canadian Premier League. Andi grew up playing a variety of sports. In the book, she describes herself as a tomboy growing up. Over the years, Petrillo has become one of the premier voices in Canada, for hockey, soccer, and the Olympics. Petrillo grew up in Maple, Ontario, the only child of Italian immigrants, Eva and Joe. She currently lives in Toronto, Ontario, with her husband, Jon, and two dogs, Pepper and Ginger. Join us on Finding Your Bliss. You can follow us @theblissminute on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Or you can visit our online magazine at findingyourbliss.com and take one step closer to finding your bliss.