Happy to See Me with Erika Casupanan

Feeling overlooked and underestimated? Not here! Hosted by Erika Casupanan, the underestimated winner of Survivor 41, Happy to See Me features inspiring interviews, stories of raw resilience and relatable pep talks with guests from pop culture, reality TV and beyond. Every Monday, hear how impressive people tackled self doubt, underrepresentation and judgement on their paths to success. Erika creates a safe space for candid conversations, a-ha moments and personal breakthroughs. Tune in to get inspired, see others more clearly and unlock your own potential. Here, we’re happy to see you! Wanna pitch a guest? Reach out at hello[at]erikacasupanan.com

Episodes

Surviving the psych ward, Asian mental health and turning it all into a romcom with Leanne Toshiko Simpson

May 11, 2025 • 40 mins

How does mental illness affect your relationships? Leanne Toshiko Simpson is a psych ward survivor and fourth generation Japanese Canadian who turned her experience into a refreshingly honest romcom novel about people with mental illness. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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How to actually take up space and advocate for yourself with Krystl Fabella of Filipina on the Rise

May 4, 2025 • 57 mins

What if we don't know HOW to take up space? Maybe it wasn't naturally part of our culture? Krystl Fabella, founder of Filipina on the Rise, joins the pod for a vulnerable conversation about realizing we need to take up space and how to actually do it. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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HTSM Happy Hour: The power of an identity shift

April 27, 2025 • 25 mins

Identity shifts can be scary. But more often than not, after you go through the storm of learning and unlearning, you come out a much better person. Erika breaks the phases of identity shifts and how she's experienced all of them herself. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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Rise above burnout: The uplifting mindset shift you need to know with Calissa Ngozi

April 20, 2025 • 33 mins

Feeling burnt out? You're not alone. Mental health expert Calissa Ngozi joins the podcast to help you spot the early signs of burnout and share advice to prevent your burnout from becoming a breakdown. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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Building the bravery to take up space with Jaimie Weisberg

April 13, 2025 • 48 mins

How do we actually learn to take up space? Jaimie Weisberg is a content creator with over 1.8 million followers and she's on a journey to do just that. Jaimie built her platform on overcoming judgement and fostering self acceptance. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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Break free from external validation and design your dream life with Lavendaire

April 6, 2025 • 46 mins

What does it take to create your dream life? Aileen Xu of Lavendaire set out to do just that and her journey grew into a YouTube channel with 2.5M subscribers. Get ready to learn how to become the artist of your life. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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HTSM Happy Hour: Erika on redefining self-confidence

March 30, 2025 • 31 mins

How do you truly build confidence? In this highly requested episode, Erika attempts to answer the question that plagues so many people. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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Rewrite the rules: Marci Ien’s guide to reinvention and trailblazing on your terms

March 23, 2025 • 49 mins

Marci Ien is a trailblazer whose career spans from journalism to politics as Canada’s former Minister of Women, Gender Equality and Youth. Prepare to be inspired by her resilience, vision, and unshakable belief in the power of change. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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The truth about imposter syndrome with Coach Carey

March 16, 2025 • 40 mins

Struggling with imposter syndrome? You’re not alone. In this episode, 3x certified life coach, Coach Carey, breaks down what imposter syndrome really is and how to overcome it. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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Turn a setback into your next opportunity with Carlos Bustamante

March 9, 2025 • 42 mins

How do you turn an unexpected layoff into your next opportunity? Carlos Bustamante was a mainstay on Canadian TV for decades ... until his show got cancelled. Now, he's embracing a setback and turning it into a chapter full of creative freedom. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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Protect your peace: How to set social media boundaries with Brigitte Truong

March 2, 2025 • 41 mins

Is social media comparison making you underestimate yourself? Brigitte Truong joins the pod to explore the pressures and mental health impacts of social media. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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Bonus: Erika’s journey from underdog to inspiration

February 9, 2025 • 29 mins

Erika talks about her journey from being underestimated to living her dream. She dives into her mental health journey, the pressures of growing up balancing North American and Filipino values, and her mission to inspire underdogs. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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Neda Kalantar on what it takes to redeem yourself and finally win

December 15, 2024 • 44 mins

Neda Kalantar returns to the podcast! This time she's a reality TV champion!! Neda talks about winning the Traitors Canada and what made her decide to return to reality TV. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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HTSM Happy Hour: Erika shares her fave advice

December 8, 2024 • 40 mins

In this special solo episode, Erika is sharing her favourite advice. Erika shares heartfelt insights on getting over perfectionism, why you should always try, choosing the harder path, saying no and knowing your values. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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The surprising way to boost your confidence with astrologer Sarah Goldsmith

December 1, 2024 • 53 mins

Can astrology help boost your confidence? Astrologer Sarah Goldsmith talks about how astrology can make sense of your anxiety and help you to feel more confident. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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Dominique Defoe talks bisexual representation on straight dating shows

November 24, 2024 • 48 mins

Netflix reality star Dominique Defoe (Too Hot to Handle S4 and Perfect Match S2) shares her experiences as a queer woman of color in the straight dating show landscape. Dominique opens up about the misrepresentation and bisexual fetishization she faced. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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How to stay true to your roots with Leroy Fontaine

November 17, 2024 • 38 mins

It's a Traitors Canada reunion! Leroy Fontaine joins the pod to talk about his children's book Sekweha the Super Kid and His Cultural Cape. Leroy talks about reconnecting with his Indigenous culture after becoming a dad. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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Decoding your personal growth with numerologist Courtney Taylor

November 10, 2024 • 45 mins

Can numerology help with your personal growth? Numerologist Courtney Taylor joins the pod to introduce us to the world of numerology. Courtney dives into the meaning of each number and your personal numbers. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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Katurah Topps on surviving a cult and seeking joy beyond Survivor

November 3, 2024 • 50 mins

Katurah Topps (Survivor 45) opens up about growing up in a cult and the complexities of sharing such a personal story with millions. Erika and Katurah discuss the realities of playing Survivor while being underestimated. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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Minister Rechie Valdez on career pivots and making political history

October 27, 2024 • 44 mins

Minister Rechie Valdez is the first Filipina-Canadian Member of Parliament and Cabinet Minister. Rechie shares her journey from a stable corporate banking career to entrepreneurship and ultimately to federal politics. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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Episodes

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HTSM Happy Hour: The power of an identity shift

Rise above burnout: The uplifting mindset shift you need to know with Calissa Ngozi

Building the bravery to take up space with Jaimie Weisberg

Break free from external validation and design your dream life with Lavendaire

HTSM Happy Hour: Erika on redefining self-confidence

Rewrite the rules: Marci Ien’s guide to reinvention and trailblazing on your terms

The truth about imposter syndrome with Coach Carey

Turn a setback into your next opportunity with Carlos Bustamante

Protect your peace: How to set social media boundaries with Brigitte Truong

Bonus: Erika’s journey from underdog to inspiration

Neda Kalantar on what it takes to redeem yourself and finally win

HTSM Happy Hour: Erika shares her fave advice

The surprising way to boost your confidence with astrologer Sarah Goldsmith

Dominique Defoe talks bisexual representation on straight dating shows

How to stay true to your roots with Leroy Fontaine

Decoding your personal growth with numerologist Courtney Taylor

Katurah Topps on surviving a cult and seeking joy beyond Survivor

Minister Rechie Valdez on career pivots and making political history

Popular Podcasts

Surviving the psych ward, Asian mental health and turning it all into a romcom with Leanne Toshiko Simpson

How to actually take up space and advocate for yourself with Krystl Fabella of Filipina on the Rise