Words With Michelle - the podcast
Society & Culture
About
A podcast where I have conversations with guests on a range of topics – everything from having natural hair in the workplace, to the effects of social media.
Episodes
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Strombo Talks Media, Music & Purpose
Welcome back to Words With Michelle – the podcast where I dive into inspiring conversations with changemakers who are shaping the world with their stories. Shows include topics on self-help, mental health, health and wellness, and inspirat…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Jonathan Shaw Returns to Flow 98.7
Welcome back to Words With Michelle – the podcast where I dive into inspiring conversations with changemakers who are shaping the world with their stories! Shows include topics on self-help, mental health, health and wellness, and inspirat…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Creating Safe Spaces For Girls
Welcome back to Words With Michelle – the podcast where I dive into inspiring conversations with changemakers who are shaping the world with their stories! Shows include topics on self-help, mental health, health and wellness and inspirati…
- Words With Michelle: Celebrating 6 Years & 100 Episodes!
About this episode In episode 101 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I celebrate 6 years of podcasting and publishing 100 episodes. I talk about my journey from blogger to podcaster, I recount a few key moments, and I share a few fun fa…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Blending Music, Culture & Education
Welcome back to Words With Michelle – the podcast where I dive into inspiring conversations with changemakers who are shaping the world with their stories! Shows include topics on self-help, mental health, health and wellness, and inspirat…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: A Brief Update
Welcome back to Words With Michelle – the podcast where I dive into inspiring conversations with changemakers who are shaping the world with their stories! Shows include topics on self-help, mental health, health and wellness, and inspirat…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Marketing tips for small business owners
Welcome back to Words With Michelle – the podcast where I dive into inspiring conversations with changemakers who are shaping the world with their stories! Shows include topics on self-help, mental health, health and wellness, and inspirat…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: In Conversation with Karen Robinson
Meet my guest Karen Robinson was born in the UK, raised in Jamaica, moved to Edmonton, Alberta and then Toronto. She has won numerous awards, most notably she won a 2021 Screen Actors Guild Award as part of the Schitt’s Creek cast. Karen c…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: From Side Hustler To Entrepreneur
Meet my guest Joseph Osei Bonsu – Illustrator and co-founder of Heroes Of The World and HOTW Studios. About the episode In this episode Joseph recounts how losing his job, and his dedication to his side hustle enabled him to launch a caree…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Checking in – I’m back!
About this episode In this episode, I speak briefly about why I decided to take a break from podcasting. Click the play button to listen to the episode. 👉 Available on all podcast platforms. Spotify , and Apple Podcast . 📌 Don’t forget t…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Telling Stories Through Food
*scroll down and press the play button to listen to the episode About this episode In this episode, I revisit an interview I conducted with Grace Cameron – editor and publisher of the Jamaican Eats magazine . I originally wrote a blog post…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Speaking with Hey Black Girl! Co-founder, Martina Mbadinga
*scroll down to the bottom of the page and press the play button to listen to the episode About this episode This week on Words With Michelle – the podcas t, I am happy to share the positive contributions of Hey Black Girl! — a powerful, B…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Gratitude
About this episode In this episode of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I discuss a few highlights that I had over the past few months on my journey as an author and podcaster. Key takeaways from episode The power of living in your purpos…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Travelling with family
Welcome back to Words With Michelle – the podcast where I dive into inspiring conversations with changemakers who are shaping the world with their stories! Shows include topics on self-help, mental health, health and wellness, and inspirat…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Devo Brown: From DJing to Radio & Becoming a TV Host
Welcome back to Words With Michelle – the podcast where I dive into inspiring conversations with changemakers who are shaping the world with their stories! Shows include topics on self-help, mental health, health and wellness, and inspirat…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Joy Brown: The First Black Female Conductor of The Lion King
About this episode In this episode of Words With Michelle- the podcast, I discuss Black History in the making! On February 22, 2025, Joy Brown became the first Black conductor for Disney’s T he Lion King — and she’s sharing her incredible…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Melanie Ng on Career, Motherhood, and Making Life-Changing Decisions
About this episode In this latest episode of Words With Michelle – the podcast, TV personality Melanie Ng opens up about stepping away from her successful broadcast career to prioritize family life—and why she’s now returning to television…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Creating Community With Sam & Rita Burke
About This Episode On the latest episode of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I shine a spotlight on two incredible #changemakers — Sam and Rita Burke, founders of Burke’s Book and celebrated children’s authors. We speak about How Burke’s…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Catching Up With Amanda Hamer
About this episode In this episode, I catch up with Amanda Hamer , who is one of the #changemakers in my book , Words With Michelle: Inspirational Conversations With Today’s Black Canadian Changemakers . I met Amanda a decade ago and was i…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Inspiring Young Minds With Timothy’s Lessons
Inspiring Young Minds With Timothy’s Lessons Are you looking for children’s books that inspire, motivate, and uplift? About this episode In this episode of Words With Michelle , I sit down with Christopher Gordon—author of the Timothy’s Le…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: I Was A Guest On Breakfast Television!
About this episode In this impromptu checking in episode of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I talk about what it was like being a guest on Breakfast Television on February 12, 2025. Key takeaways from episode The talk covers what it was…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: A Black Canadian History Minute
About this episode In the latest episode of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I speak with professor Dr. John Steckley, who wrote about Sophia B. Jones – the first Black Canadian female doctor, as well as her trailblazing family. Meet my…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Alison Duke, Filmmaker On Breaking Barriers, Representation, & Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story
About this episode In the latest episode of Words With Michelle -the podcast, I sit down with award-winning filmmaker Alison Duke , a visionary storyteller who has spent her career amplifying Black voices in Canadian cinema. Alison takes u…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Overcoming Fear & Self-doubt
Welcome back to Words With Michelle – the podcast where I dive into inspiring conversations with changemakers who are shaping the world with their stories! Shows include topics on self-help, mental health, health and wellness, and inspirat…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: So You Wanna Start A Business
About this episode In this episode, I dive into the dynamic world of micro-entrepreneurs and small businesses. But what does it take to truly succeed as a small business owner? How do you navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and creat…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Tapping Into Your Potential
SHOW DETAILS Happy New Year! This is the first episode for 2025 of Words With Michelle – the podcast. I wanted to start off the new year continuing to provide episodes that inspire, inform, as well as educate. The next few episodes will be…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Year-end recap
About this episode In episode 78 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I present a brief summary of my year in podcasting. The changes that I made, the highlights, and plans for 2025. Please click the play button to listen to the show. ple…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Exploring Wine, Culture, and Passion: A Conversation with Sommelier Beverly Crandon
ABOUT THE EPISODE Ever wondered how to turn your passion into your profession ? In this podcast episode, I sit down with Beverly Crandon, a sommelier who makes her love of wine approachable while showcasing diverse cuisine. You’ll learn ab…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Minister Marci Ien Works To Help End Gender-based Violence
SHOW DETAILS In the latest episode of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I sit with Minister Marci Ien, and we speak about The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence . It started on November 25 and runs until December 10. This y…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Dealing With Grief
SHOW DETAILS The holidays are quickly approaching and it can be a difficult time for anyone that is dealing with grief. Grief and loss could be losing a loved one, a job, or a relationship. My guest, Jothi Saldahna delves into the benefits…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Peace Your Way To Success
SHOW DETAILS In episode 74 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, Kenisha Hanson speaks about how you can “Peace your way to success”, by prioritizing yourself and achieve your goals. Kenisha shares how she came up with the title of her boo…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Checking in: One year post-surgery
SHOW DETAILS In episode 73 of Words With Michelle – the podcast , I detail what life has been like since my #fibroidsurgery. I share my #fibroid story and share how having surgery affected me physically, emotionally and professionally. Tha…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Balancing art & family with Kofi Frempong
SHOW DETAILS In episode 72 of Words With Michelle – the podcast I sit with Kofi Frempong, an artist who has been featured on my blog, and podcast, and is one of the 21 changemakers in my book . I start off the episode telling him why I cho…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Relationship Expert, Nicole Melissa defines cuffing season
SHOW DETAILS In episode 71, I revisit a past episode (originally aired Oct 2022) in which my guest – Relationship Expert, Nicole Melissa defines “cuffing season.” Cuffing season is a slang term used for a type of relationship – Nicole will…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: My Book Launch!
SHOW DETAILS In episode 70 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I speak about how I felt prior to my my book launch (at Word On The Street, ) how I felt during the day, and how it felt adding the title author to my name! Please click the…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Switching Careers – Part-time Nurse to Life As A Casting Director
SHOW DETAILS In episode 69, I spoke with Glenda Clarke – a part-time Mental Health Nurse, who switched industries and became a Casting Director. Glenda shares why she decided on switching careers and how re-skilling for a new career worked…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Tonya Williams Speaks about The Reelworld Summit & Provides Advice On How To Make It In The Film Biz
SHOW DETAILS In episode 68 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I reconnect with the founder and Executive Director of the Reelword Summit, Tonya Williams . She speaks about the upcoming summit and film festival, as well as shares great l…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: The Shoebox Project
SHOW DETAILS In episode 67 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I sit with Executive Director of The Shoebox Project , Rosie Smythe, and I learn more about charity , why it started, and who it assists. The Shoebox Project is a charity tha…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: My SoundBites Experience
SHOW DETAILS In the latest episode of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I speak about attending the #Soundbite retreat – the experiential and interactive single-day retreats focused on creative and professional development. I decided to a…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Roger Mooking Builds Community with Soundbites Retreats
Press the play button at the bottom of the page to listen to the show. SHOW DETAILS In the latest episode, I speak with my new friend (he may not know it!) Roger Mooking and he speaks about Soundbites Retreats – interactive single-day retr…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Marcia Brown guides & mentors youth through Trust 15
SHOW DETAILS In episode 64 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I talk with Marcia Brown – founder and Executive Director of the youth-focused program, Trust 15. ABOUT MARCIA BROWN Marcia Brown founded Trust 15 Youth Community Support Org…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Travelling With Family
SHOW DETAILS In episode 63 of Words With Michelle – the podcast , I chat about travelling with kids with Travel Writer, Heather Greenwood Davis . She speaks about the year she spent travelling the world with her husband and 2 young childre…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Comedy,Caribana & More With Comic Jean Paul
SHOW DETAILS We all need a good laugh once in a while, right? That’s why I am happy to have comedian, Jean Paul come on the show to talk about everything from comedy, cancel culture, Caribana, to enjoying carnival in Trinidad. ABOUT JEAN P…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Managing Stress Through Food & Nutrition
SHOW DETAILS In episode 61 of Words With Michelle – the podcast , Trudy breaks down how are bodies are affected by stress, and how me can manage stress through food and nutrition. ABOUT TRUDY STONE Trudy Stone is a Culinary Nutritionist, a…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Quick job searching tips for women
SHOW DETAILS In episode 60 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I speak with Kerry Kettle , Manager of Women Services at The Career Foundation , and she provides helpful job search tips for women. Kerry also speaks about a few sectors tha…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Checking In – My book, my podcast, my life
Photographer: Stefanie Neves SHOW DETAILS Episode 59 of Words With Michelle – the podcast is a little different from the rest of my shows. There is no script, no guest (just me, myself and I), and there are no edits. I speak about the high…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Chef Noel’s Culinary Journey from Jamaica to Toronto
SHOW DETAILS In episode 58 : “Chef Noel’s Culinary Journey From Jamaica to Toronto, (the second episode of my food series) , I speak with Chef Noel Cunningham, and he details when his love of food started, and when he knew it was his chose…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Food talk with Ryan Hinkson, aka EatFamous
SHOW DETAILS For the next 2 episodes, I will be focusing on Food. In episode 57 of Words With Michelle – the podcast, I talk about food, restaurants and success with Ryan Hinkson, a.k.a #EatFamous ABOUT RYAN HINKSON Ryan Hinkson is a Food…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Sherley Joseph talks the future of podcasting & content creation – part 2
SHOW DETAILS In episode 56 of Words With Michelle- the podcast (part 2 of 2), Sherley Joseph, Podcast Producer and Digital Strategist, discusses new trends in podcasting as well as her continuous support of Black Content Creators. ABOUT SH…
- Words With Michelle – the podcast: Sherley Joseph talks podcasting: past & present, part 1
SHOW DETAILS In episode 55 of Words With Michelle- the podcast, Sherley Joseph, Podcast Producer and Digital Strategist, recounts why she started podcasting: what is was like then, and how it has evolved. This is part 1 of a 2 part series.…