Imposter Sisters

As we approach the end of the season - can you believe our season finale is in 2 weeks?!? we are diving into something that seems to systematically amp up imposter syndrome...overcommitting. 😪 Is it people-pleasing? A need for external validation? Or just sheer delusion that tomorrow might just have more than 24 hours? 

Whatever the cause, in this week's episode, we're not only talking about the reasons why we're pro...

In our 15th episode, we sit down with Megan - better known as Megs from @makeitlikemegs - whose journey from airline worker and realtor to full-time content creator is filled with creativity, resilience, and a whole lot of DIY spirit.

Megs shares how a love of thrifting, a background in real estate, and a passion for sweat-equity home projects led her to documenting her home renovation journey on Instagram. What started as a side pr...

In our 14th episode, we sit down with Sara Corkum, whose inspiring journey took her from finance director to dance studio owner.

Sara explains that after years climbing the corporate ladder within several senior finance roles, everything changed for her in the middle of the night, while rocking her sleepless toddler when a seemingly outlandish idea sparked: Why not start a dance studio? What began as an idea born of passion and nece...

In Episode 13 of the Imposter Sisters podcast, we dive deep into the world of fashion, style, and the courage to be yourself with the ever-charming and insightful Kayla Short. 

Known for her fearless approach to fashion and her boldness in self-doubt head-on, Kayla unveils the layers of self-discovery and confidence she has had to wade through and cultivate as an influencer and content creator.  We share a few of our own anecdotes a...

This week, we take a bit of a different approach with this emotionally resonant episode where we dive into the unexpected ways that grief impacts our sense of self with Ruvi Mugara. In this episode, Ruvi bravely talks to us about the very recent and traumatic loss of her mother and how she is navigating her life as a mother, partner, family member, friend & professional through loss. 

We discuss the profound and often ...

Sure, meetings can happen as you lounge in slippers, but what about the challenges that come without the structure of an office?

Join us in Episode 11 of The Imposter Sisters Podcast as we swap corporate chic for cozy comfort and kiss those gridlock commutes goodbye. As we swap tales from the front lines of remote work, we chat about the complex reality of a home office and the feelings of self doubt that can accompany feelings of i...

We’re all guilty of having thousands of photos on our phones—snapshots of moments, memories, and let’s be honest, a few too many selfies. But how often do we stop and think about the art of photography? The way a single image can tell a story, capture an emotion, or even shift the way we see ourselves?

In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented Nicole Lapierre, a fine art photographer who has built a career capturing ...

In this heartwarming and hilariously honest episode, we chat about all things weddings and the wedding industry...with our very special guest, Stephanie Brown, from Sky's The Limit Event Management. 

 We kick off the conversation with a trip down memory lane, sharing personal anecdotes from our own weddings– the good, the bad, and the dress regrets. #IYKYK. But, we quickly learn that no matter the vision or budget, the journey ...

Annnnnd....we're back!  

We dusted off our mics and shook off the holiday fog to bring you Episode 8, fresh off an extended January breather – which, let’s be honest, was a bit more extended than we initially planned, but perhaps the perfect way to sum up this episode...where we are giving ourselves (and everyone else) permission for a slower, less scripted start to the new year.

In this episode, we dive headfirst into the catch...

In this inspiring and candid episode, we sit down with Alicia McCarvell, content creator, storyteller, and with over 7 million followers across a variety of platforms,  our first celebrity guest!

This episode is packed with humour, heart, and practical wisdom about showing up as yourself, setting boundaries, and finding strength in your relationships — both online and in real life.

We chat with Alicia about a variety of top...

In this fun and insightful episode, we sit down with lifelong besties Jess and Becca, the dynamic duo behind Alben Lane Candle Co. These two brilliant women have built a thriving business together, winning numerous awards and landing on many "must-watch" lists, all while navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.

Jess and Becca share their journey of chasing the dream of running a business together - from the wins a...

This week on Imposter Sisters, Alix and Colleen take a different approach - no guest, just the two of us diving into a topic that’s deeply personal. With both of us recently diagnosed with ADHD, we’re opening up about how it intersects with imposter syndrome.

In this episode, we explore how ADHD contributes to imposter syndrome, starting with executive function challenges. We also touch on difficulty accepting positive feedback, neg...

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Martina Kelades, a mental health advocate, podcast host and actress, whose journey is as impactful as it is diverse.

Martina opens up about her early career dedicated to helping others, which soon evolved into a personal commitment to mental health advocacy when she faced her own challenges of overwhelm and burnout. Supported by her family, she took a step back to rest and reali...

In Episode 3 of Season 3 of the Imposter Sisters Podcast, we engage with the inspiring Thanh Phung as she takes us through her remarkable transition from pharmacist to the renowned digital creator behind Love and Sundays. Thanh candidly shares her experiences moving from a traditional career path into a pioneering digital role, all while grappling with imposter syndrome.

During the episode, Thanh offers personal insights into the co...

In our second episode of the season, we chat with Shaina Falcone about her multifaceted journey as a menopause coach, fitness educator, and emerging influencer in the digital fitness space. 

Shaina tells us about her internal struggles with imposter syndrome, especially as she stepped into the role of an influencer within the fitness industry. Despite her vast knowledge and dedication to supporting women, the fear of not being "...

In this episode, Alix and Colleen dive deep into the root causes of Imposter Syndrome. We break down what causes Imposter Syndrome and chat about how it sneaks into our everyday lives. From self-doubt to societal pressures, we explore where these feelings originate and how they impact us.

It’s perfect timing to be discussing this as we both feel a little intimidated and overwhelmed by trying something new - recording in a profession...

We close our second season with The Ultimate Speed Round Show Down as we dip into our box of questions and seek to share a little more about ourselves!

In this episode you'll find a few laughs, a few touching moments, a great many surprises, a few things you likely already know... but mostly, just Alix and Colleen being completely themselves.

A HUGE THANK YOU to all of you who've listened and cheered us...

On this episode of Imposter Sisters we chat with fellow podcaster Jess Clerk about her “Year of Confidence” project, its impact on her journey, and how she transformed into the ultimate hype girl.

Inspired by Shonda Rhimes's "Year of Yes", Jess created the "Year of Confidence" project to try new things, find who she was... what made her Jess. When the year was up, she realized she wasn't done...

Ann-Marie Flinn is an Empowerment Coach working with women and organizations around mindset, performance, and well-being to create a “champion mindset”! 

We chatted about Ann-Marie’s struggles with Imposter Syndrome, how she often “plays the small game”, how we so often compare ourselves to others, our fears of judgement, our backgrounds and how those backgrounds affect so many of our choices in our lives, dealing with perfectionism...