In Conversation with Reta Ismail

With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Reta kicks off the second season by talking to Dr. Sarah Knowles, the Medical Director of the Breast Care program at St. Joseph's Hospital in London. They have an very informative talk about early detection and treatment for breast cancer and the new changes to screening for women in Ontario. 

In a summer of some wild weather, Reta has a whirlwind episode with professional storm chaser Brian Spencer.

Miranda Ayim is a three-time Olympian, and former flag-bearer, and joins Reta to talk about both her athletic career and her new company where she helps people achieve their best selves.  

With interest rates and housing prices such a hot topic, Reta talks to Bill Madder and Kathy Amess from the London St. Thomas Association of Realtors. 

With 30+ years in leadership at YOU, Reta talks to CEO Steve Cordes on his role and the important work that the organization does in London.

Get ready for a trip around the town as Reta and Cheryl Finn discuss all that's happening at Tourism London. 

This is such a fascinating interview with two experts on the impact of music on memory. Professor Jessica Grahn studies the effect of music on degenerative neurological conditions and Dr. Patrick Murray is the artistic Director of CHOR Amica and the two came together to collaborate on a beautiful concert called Alzheimer’s Stories.

Get ready to listen to some real pros volley Reta's questions as Suzie & John Hatch, from the John Hatch Tennis Centre, discuss their lives and careers.

Sit back and grab some popcorn! Reta and Andrew discuss making London an attractive location for film and TV producers to film their next feature!

Recorded just ahead of Earth Day 2024, Reta and Jay talk about London and it's environmental policies including the new green bin program.

Reta and Dr. Alex Summers discuss healthy communities, including post-pandemic struggles and the toxic drug supply affecting many across this region.

Reta and Jeremy launch into a fascinating discussion about his life, career, and being part of the NASA mission to get back to the moon. 

Get ready to become a better version of you today as Reta talks to Deb Crowe about her life and her best-selling book, 'The Heart-Centered Leadership Playbook'.

Actor, author, survivor - Donald D'Haene has a fascinating chat with Reta as they explore his life, his struggles, and his terrific storytelling that make up his second memoir, "No One Wants to Read That You're Happy." 

Reta and Jennifer Dunn have an in-depth discussion about LAWC, Jennifer's role there and female abuse in our society.

Reta sits down with Kate Ledgley and they discuss working to foster learning and creativity at the London Children's Museum, the original children's museum in Canada.

Another Gold Medalist tells their story to Reta as she is joined by the world's greatest athlete, Damian Warner! He shares all the high (jumps) and hurdles along the way that have propelled him to international acclaim.  

Get ready to dive in as Reta is joined by Gold Medalist Maggie Mac Neil who shares about her life, her school, and of course her swimming!

Host Reta Ismail is joined on this episode by Co-Directors of the London Food Bank, Jane Roy and Glen Pearson. They discuss their varied careers, family and the origins and ongoing need of the London Food Bank and why it the demand is higher than ever.