As a lifelong learner, I believe that understanding different perspectives is key to growth. Tune Up Your Warrior is a space where I invite warriors in their fields to dig into the topics that shape our world, challenge our beliefs, and impact everyday people. No lip service. No performative actions. No fake conversations—just real, honest dialogue with guests who bring unique experiences and perspectives to the table. Each episode, we explore stories that matter—whether it's navigating identity, challenging norms, or confronting the complex realities of our industries and communities.
"In the end, we are all stories — so let’s make it a good one."
In this special solo season finale, I open up about the journey that shaped me: from immigrating to Canada, to navigating a childhood where I never felt I belonged, to breaking generational cycles as a mother, to walking away from a 16-year career to launch Catalais Consulting and the Tune Up Your Warrior podcast.
🎧 What you won’t hear: perfection, watered-down ...
On this episode of Tune Up Your Warrior, Jenny sits down with her friend, longtime journalist and community builder Sam Laprade for a raw and courageous conversation about emotional abuse, reclaiming your identity, and what it takes to rebuild a life on your own terms.
Sam opens up about the disconnect between who she was publicly and the pain she endured privately—and how finding her voice changed everything.
This episode is about m...
What does it really take to be an inclusive leader in today’s world—especially when conversations around equity and belonging are being challenged, politicized, or dismissed?
In this episode, Jenny sits down with Silvio Stroescu—President of BMO InvestorLine and Head of Digital-First Wealth Management at BMO, transformational executive, and one of her greatest career mentors—to explore the core of leadership grounded in purpose.
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In this episode of Tune Up Your Warrior, host Jenny Chen sits down with Aki Temiseva, President and CEO of the United Nations Association in Canada, to explore the global talent crisis—through a systems lens, not a diversity checkbox.
With over two decades of leadership experience spanning four continents and organizations like World Vision and Right To Play, Aki brings a powerful global perspective on workforce development, inc...
Stage-four cancer, chronic illness, blended-family life—Jenny and her husband Dan MacMillan have seen every side of what happens when there’s no plan in place. In this candid conversation they unpack:• Why naming an executor or Power-of-Attorney is a burden, not a badge of honour• The five starter questions that kick-off any solid estate plan — no lawyer required • Lived lessons from navigating diagnosis, divorce, and raising kids ...
This week, we’re breaking the rules and letting a Nepo Husband have the mic. (It’s his birthday week — we’re letting him cook.)
Dan MacMillan — or as he’s known in the industry, Danny Mac — is a top-ranking wealth advisor, cancer survivor, loving dad and dog dad, and the person I admire more than anyone I’ve ever worked with. Oh, and my husband. ❤️
In this episode, we unpack:
In this episode, Jenny sits down with one of the most interesting people she’s ever met—Tony Garcia, Director of Academic Operations at George Brown College’s Centre for Hospitality and Culinary Arts. With a career spanning over 80 countries, Tony’s insights into the future of hospitality, innovation, and inclusive leadership are not to be missed.
From prestigious kitchens in New York to wine panels, the White House lawn, and now th...
At Linebox Studio, design is just the beginning.
Founded in 2007 with a mission to approach architecture differently, Linebox has grown into one of Canada’s most respected boutique design studios. Today, COO Melissa Reeves is helping lead the firm into its next chapter—infusing equity, purpose, and people-first values into how they build, lead, and evolve.
In this episode, Melissa shares her journey from finance to design, how she’s ...
As summer begins, so does a seasonal surge in visible homelessness across Canadian cities.
But homelessness doesn’t begin—or end—with what we see on the streets.It’s a reflection of systems that fail the most vulnerable, and a test of how deeply we value dignity, equity, and care.
In this timely episode, Jenny sits down with David Gourlay, President & CEO at Shepherds of Good Hope, to unpack the root causes of homelessness, the c...
In this episode of Tune Up Your Warrior, Jenny sits down with award-winning photojournalist Ashley Fraser, whose lens has shaped how Ottawa sees itself. Best known for her work on the Ottawa Citizen’s Social Scene column, Ashley captures more than just events—she documents the heartbeat of a city through its people, its stories, and its acts of generosity.
Ashley shares her journey into photojournalism, the principles behind her...
What happens when human rights become a political debate?
In this powerful Pride Month episode, Jenny sits down with global inclusion expert Joanne Lockwood to explore the growing backlash against the trans community—and why progress, no matter how far we think we’ve come, is never permanent.
Joanne speaks candidly about her journey from corporate leadership as a white male to living openly as a trans woman—and the privilege ...
June is Seniors’ Month in Ontario—and yet, the challenges older adults face remain underfunded, understaffed, and under-discussed.
In this urgent and eye-opening episode, I sit down with Delphine Haslé, Executive Director of The Perley Health Foundation, to unpack one of the biggest crises we’re not talking about enough: the growing breakdown of our long-term care system.
As our aging population increases, the gap in care, staffing, ...
When it comes to DEI conversations, Asian voices are often the most overlooked.
In this powerful episode, Jenny sits down with Ernest Chang — a Korean American DEI leader based in Chicago — to unpack the realities facing Asian professionals in today’s workplace. From the model minority myth to the bamboo ceiling, from silent expectations to the pressure to succeed without struggle, this conversation dives deep into the complex inter...
It’s hockey tryout season. And for many families, that means stress, judgment, and silent pressure behind the glass. Let’s be clear: this isn’t a takedown of competitive sports — it’s a wake-up call for the grownups in the room.
In this powerful and personal episode, I’m joined by Jessica McCoy — investment professional, fierce hockey mom, and one of my closest friends — to talk about what’s really going on behind the scenes of yout...
In honour of Mental Health Week, this is a reminder that strength isn’t found in silence—it’s found in honesty.
In a world that rewards performance but punishes vulnerability, asking for help can feel like failure.
In this episode, Jenny sits down with Taryn Gunnlaugson, one of just 20% of CFA Charterholders in Canada who are women, and one of very few Investment Counsellors across the country, to talk about navigating anxiety, burn...
As Canada recognizes National Nurses Week and Hospital Week, we spotlight the future of healthcare—not just as a system, but as a human experience.
In this powerful episode, Jenny sits down with Jennifer Van Noort, one of Canada’s most respected leaders in healthcare philanthropy. As the Chief Development Officer at the Ottawa Hospital Foundation, Jennifer shares the human stories behind the headlines—from transformative gifts to th...
What does it mean to fail forward—and how can it transform the way we lead, grow, and redefine success?
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Thompson, Wall Street veteran, executive coach, and founder of Career Free Agency, a leadership and career transformation company helping professionals unlock purpose and own their power. After managing multibillion-dollar portfolios for over two decades, Chris walked away from corporate to ...
What does it take to swing big—in sport, leadership, and life?
In this episode, Jenny sits down with Lisa “Longball” Vlooswyk—an 8-time Canadian Long Drive Champion, keynote speaker, and advocate for women in sport—to talk about the unspoken barriers that still exist on and off the course.
They dig into:
✨ The gendered expectations placed on women in male-dominated sports
✨ What happens when coaching styles don’t meet athletes where th...
We talk about success, drive, and leadership—but how often do we talk about health? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng, Head of Critical Care at The Ottawa Hospital and founder of Solving Healthcare, to explore why our health is the foundation of everything. We unpack:
In today’s world, we’re more divided than ever—politically, socially, and culturally. But what if the key to breaking down barriers isn’t about speaking louder, but about listening better?
In this inaugural episode, our runtime is a bit over our usual 30 mins mark because I am sitting down with Solange Tuyishime Keita, a UNICEF Canada Ambassador, President and CEO of Elevate International, beauty pageant queen, mom of 3, and a passi...
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My Favorite Murder is a true crime comedy podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark. Each week, Karen and Georgia share compelling true crimes and hometown stories from friends and listeners. Since MFM launched in January of 2016, Karen and Georgia have shared their lifelong interest in true crime and have covered stories of infamous serial killers like the Night Stalker, mysterious cold cases, captivating cults, incredible survivor stories and important events from history like the Tulsa race massacre of 1921. My Favorite Murder is part of the Exactly Right podcast network that provides a platform for bold, creative voices to bring to life provocative, entertaining and relatable stories for audiences everywhere. The Exactly Right roster of podcasts covers a variety of topics including historic true crime, comedic interviews and news, science, pop culture and more. Podcasts on the network include Buried Bones with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes, That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast, This Podcast Will Kill You, Bananas and more.
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Football’s funniest family duo — Jason Kelce of the Philadelphia Eagles and Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs — team up to provide next-level access to life in the league as it unfolds. The two brothers and Super Bowl champions drop weekly insights about the weekly slate of games and share their INSIDE perspectives on trending NFL news and sports headlines. They also endlessly rag on each other as brothers do, chat the latest in pop culture and welcome some very popular and well-known friends to chat with them. Check out new episodes every Wednesday. Follow New Heights on the Wondery App, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to new episodes early and ad-free, and get exclusive content on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. And join our new membership for a unique fan experience by going to the New Heights YouTube channel now!