Women Don't Do That (WDDT)
Conversations with women who are change-makers and risk-takers. Inspirational and educational content to help you do whatever it is you think you can't do.
We cover issues from professional growth, to improving your work life wellbeing (making your life/parenting/career easier), to having difficult conversations on important topics that affect your life (e.g. sexual assult, mom guilt, miscarriage).
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 36 minutes
- Episodes
- 225
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Confidently write your own story with award-winning journalist, Jennifer Ditchburn, Ep.45
Some women are just so smart, it’s intimidating. I remember being a journalism student at Carleton University and watching Jennifer Ditchburn on CBC news - she always appeared intimidatingly composed…
The world is changing and so are we, Ep. 44
Myrrhanda and Stephanie reflect on how the world is changing, how it is impacting their lives, as well as, their hopes for the future. We discuss our recent interview with Dr. Julie Desjardins, and w…
Navigating COVID-19 with Psychologist Dr. Julie Desjardins Ep. 43
This week’s guest is Dr. Julie Desjardins. Julie is the co-director at CAFCO, the Child, Adolescent, and Family Centre of Ottawa. She provides psychological services to children, adolescents, and fam…
COVID-19 impact on WDDT and upcoming plans Ep. 42
This week Stephanie gives a short update on all things WDDT. How we are managing during COVID-19, upcoming episodes, ways to stay connected, AND freebies!
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Navigating career change and wellness with personal trainer Lydia Di Francesco Ep. 41
This week's guest is Lydia Di Francesco, a workplace wellness consultant, speaker, published writer and personal trainer. Lydia appears frequently as a fitness and wellness expert on television.
This …
Social distancing and homeschooling with mom Kristin Paterson Ep. 40
As COVID-19 sweeps the globe it is a distressing time. We feel stressed about what is happening, how fast things are changing and the unknowns of what is to come. As we are asked or forced to sociall…
Laughing and learning through life's challenges Ep. 39
Myrrhanda and Stephanie reflect on family holidays, dealing with tough news, and the wisdom shared in our conversations with Shelly Uvanile-Hesch and Jenn Harper. We also dive into topics such as Rec…
Bravery and beauty with Indigenous entrepreneur and 2019 Woman of the Year Jenn Harper Ep. 38
What does it take to be named a 2019 Woman of the Year by Chatelaine? Well, for Jenn Harper, it was years of 80+ hour workweeks and a lot of learning and personal development. Jenn is an Anishinaabe …
Taking the road less travelled with Big Truck driver Shelly Uvanile-Hesch Ep. 37
When you think of a truck driver you most likely picture a man. And that’s fair, because the vast majority of truck drivers in Canada are men - about 97%. In this interview we speak to a woman who wa…
Finding reasons to smile and managing expectations with Stephanie and Myrrhanda
This week, we discuss Myrrhanda’s conversation with professional racecar driver and reality TV star Amber Balcaen and Stephanie's interview with advocate and mayor Nancy Peckford. As well the excitem…
Making a Difference with Advocate and Mayor Nancy Peckford Ep. 35
If you’ve ever wondered how you can make a difference in your community and country while being a busy wife and mother, then you will enjoy this conversation with advocate and Mayor Nancy Peckford. N…
Patiently Racing Her Way to the Top with Professional Racecar Driver Amber Balcaen Ep. 34
If you’re ever tempted to give up on your dreams, this conversation with professional racecar driver and reality TV star Amber Balcaen is for you. Amber shares how she’s taking on the highly competit…
More of what you want in 2020
This week Myrrhanda and Stephanie discuss our new blog content, dealing with disapointment, and the brilliant guests we have coming up in 2020!
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What we learned from our mistakes in 2019 (and why we plan to make more in 2020) Ep.32
This week Myrrhanda and Stephanie discuss Myrrhanda’s conversation with Jane MacLatchy, Assistant Commissioner of the Manitoba RCMP and Stephanie’s interview with Myrrhanda! We also reflect on what a…
Inspiration to Keep Going with Myrrhanda Novak, Part Two: Survival Guide Ep. 31
Welcome to part two of the interview with Myrrhanda Novak, co-founder of WDDT. In this episode, we jump right in where we left off and discuss the processes and steps Myrrhanda took to rise strong an…
Inspiration to Live Your Best Life with Myrrhanda Novak, Part One: The Story Ep. 30
Are you someone who wants to find more joy in your everyday life? Are you struggling to move past a difficult loss or heartbreak? This week’s guest is the co-founder of WDDT, Myrrhanda Novak. Myrrhan…
Exceed expectations and lead like a woman with pioneer police officer Jane MacLatchy Ep. 29
Some women know from a young age that they want to break the girl mould - that they’re meant to do the very thing society tries to tell them they can’t do. Jane MacLatchy had a dream of becoming a me…
How to say yes to new challenges Ep. 28
Stephanie and Myrrhanda reflect on travelling for work, trusting your gut, and sorting through the seemingly conflicting advice to say yes to opportunities and be empowered to say no.
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Becoming an awesome boss with Heather Cayouette Ep. 27
Have you ever wondered how some managers earn the respect of their team, get results and also have a reputation for being well-liked? It can seem like an impossible combination, but thankfully, it’s …
How to stop overthinking and trust your gut with entrepreneur and connector Natasha Morano Ep. 26
Natasha Hope Morano is the President of NHM Connect, an Ottawa based consulting company that specializes in strategic partnerships, fundraising and event management. She shares how she has always bee…