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the first step episodes
Taylor Hui
Actress, Model and Entrepreneur
At just 24 years old Taylor has launched a non-profit, started her own clothing line and continues to act and model. There's not much she hasn't accomplished and she tells us about it all!
Carter Kirilenko
Filmmaker and Environmentalist
Here to educate us on a very important topic - the environment. Carter discusses his documentary "In Your Palm." A film that uncover the truth about the palm oil industry and how it is negatively impacting our ecosystems.
Josie Santi
Fashion Features Manager for
"The Everygirl"
Here to give you all the life hacks and wellness routines you need in your life. We also talk fashion and her rise from an intern to a manager in the world of publishing.
Michael Hall
Hiked the
Pacific Crest Trail
Michael shares his experience of hiking the 2650 mile-long trail. Starting at the Mexico/US border and finishing in BC.
Clara Mokri
Photographer and Documentary Filmmaker
She's worked for notable publications like Time, Vice, and Surfer Magazine. Here to share her knowledge on the industry and some amazing stories along the way.
Alyssa Rogers
Astrologer, Coach and Facilitator
Alyssa gives us information on all things astrology, from mercury in retrograde, moon and sun signs to horoscope compatibility.
Jaqilyn Graff
Financial Advisor
Finances can seem very daunting, from understanding stocks vs. bonds, how to properly invest and saving for retirement, there's a lot to know. Here to break it all down for us is financial advisor Jaqilyn Graff who shows us just how easy it is to be empowered by your financial situation.
Jenna Herbut
Author of Make it Happen and Founder of Make it Show
Jenna Herbut is the founder of Make It Show, one of the largest craft fairs in Canada, author of Make It Happen, and owner of Conscious Lab. She's here to give us plenty of advice and share her journey on making it all happen.
Karen Lee
Co-Founder of LEZÉ the Label
Karen Lee is the co-founder of LEZÉ the Label, a sustainable fashion brand with clothes designed from the inspiration to wear pajamas to work in style. But before all this, she started her work in the business world by running a wedding proposal company and then went on to run a company that specialized in creating wedding stationery. She's here to give us the raw and honest truth about being in the business world.
Abbey Ashley
Soul Cycle Instructor
Are you a Soul Cycle enthusiast? Same. This week we have instructor Abbey Ashley on to discuss her journey teaching classes in New York, Vancouver, and London, England. She tells us about the intense audition process and what it's like to teach your favorite celebrities, like David Beckham.
Ashley Wray
Founder of Mala Collective
If you're looking for a way to incorporate meditation and mindfulness into your daily routine, then look no further. Ashley Wray is the founder of Mala Collective, an online resource for handmade beads, cushions, gemstones, and crystals to help support your meditation practice. She's here to tell us all about running a business and how you can live are more mindful life.
Jen Araki
Filmmaker
She started her career as an international model at just 13 years old and then moved into acting. Now she's a documentary filmmaker and runs three production companies. Jen is here to tell us all about her journey in the crazy world of film and television.
The Real
Estate Sisters
Brooke Bell and Breanne Williamson
Are you looking to buy? Sell? Maybe just learn a little more about the Vancouver housing market? Today's guests, Brooke Bell and Breanne Williamson are here to answer all your burning questions about real estate.
Danielle Wiebe
Founder of Business Babes Co.
She's the founder of Business Babes Collective, the chapter leader for Vancity Business Babes and an expert in sharing advice on how to get your career to the next level.
Hannah Bernard
Co-Founder of Roots & Ardor
You may know her from her time at the Vancouver Canucks or maybe even the X Games, but Hannah Bernard is also the co-founder of Roots and Ardor, a boutique digital media agency. She's here to share her story of taking the path less traveled and how it led to success in the world of media.
Breanne Williamson
Podcaster, Filmmaker and Advocate for the LGBTQ+ Community
She's a Real Estate Agent by day and an LGBTQ+ advocate all the time. On this week's episode Breanne shares her personal coming out story, how to be an ally, and representation in the media.
Jackie Kai Ellis
Author of "The Measure of My Powers"
She started her career in design, then went on to own the award-winning Beaucoup Bakery and write the bestselling book, "The Measure of My Powers." Now she resides in Paris and runs the Paris Tours along with being a design consultant and food writer. She's here to tell us all about her adventures and amazing career.
Amanda Haines Lazeski
Publicist and Founder of Reformation
She's the founder of Reformation, a public relations firm and has worked with major brands such as the Bay, Trius Winery and Jillian Harris. She's here to tell us all about the reality of being a Publicist.
Alex Kazemi
Creative Director, Pop Artist and Author of "Pop Magick"
Alex started his career at just 15 years old and has written for publications such as Dazed, Playboy, V Magazine, and Paper, but now he's here to talk about his first book "Pop Magick." We also discuss Hollywood, being a writer and the power of manifestation.
