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
Episode 176: Power, Passion, and Punches: Noelle Shangraw’s Journey to Success
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Noelle Shangraw, a two-time Ontario female boxing champion and the CEO of Ottawa Valley Sport and Ottawa Valley Boxing. Noelle shares her remarkable journe…
Episode 175: Behind the scenes of Canadian politics with MP Melissa Lantsman
This episode features an insightful conversation with Melissa Lantsman, Member of Parliament for Thornhill and Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada. Elected in 2021, Lantsman shares her…
Episode 174: Holiday Hacks - Simplify Your Festive Season Without the Overwhelm
In this solo episode of the "Women. Don't do that" podcast, host Stephanie Mitton shares her "Holiday Hacks" to simplify the festive season without overwhelm. She acknowledges the mixed feelings the …
Episode 173: Vassy Kapelos- Navigating Ambition, Motherhood, and the Challenges of a High-Profile Journalism Career
In this episode, we speak with Vassy Kapelos, the CTV News chief political correspondent and host of Question Period and Power Play. Vassy, a three-time Canadian Screen Award winner, discusses balanc…
Episode 172: A Candid Conversation with Ana Poilievre
Sitting down with Ana Poilievre to hear her powerful story and perspectives, this episode explores:
- The inspiring story of resilience as a Venezuelan immigrant to Canada
- Diverse roles as a mother, supp…
Episode 171: Bridging the Divide: Navigating Polarization through Diverse Perspectives
In this episode, we explore:
- The dangers of misinformation, echo chambers, and confirmation bias, and how they contribute to societal and personal polarization.
- The importance of embracing discomf…
Episode 170: Shannon Ferguson: From Grief to Growth - An Entrepreneur's Journey of Resilience
Episode Notes
In this episode, we explore:
- Shannon's journey as an award-winning entrepreneur and co-founder/CEO of FanSaves, a tech startup addressing the need for digital couponing and analytics in …
Episode 169: Empowered Paths: Myrrhanda Novak on Career Advancement and Work-Life Balance
On this episode, we hear about:
• Myrrhanda Novak's journey from speechwriter to Executive Director of Strategic Communications at the University of Manitoba
• Challenges and triumphs in breaking barri…
Episode 168: Embracing Change and Authenticity: 40 Lessons from 40 Years
In this solo episode, host Stephanie Mitton shares 40 valuable life lessons from her 40 years, covering career growth, motherhood, self-care, and personal development. With candid reflections and emp…
Episode 167: From Classroom to Queen's Park: Kathleen Wynne on Leadership, Legacy, and Progressive Politics
On this episode, we hear about:
• Kathleen Wynne's journey to becoming Ontario's first female and openly LGBTQ Premier
• Challenges and triumphs in breaking political barriers
• Insights on leadership a…
Episode 166: Forty, Focused, and Full Steam Ahead - Welcome Back for Season 7!
On this episode, we hear about:
• Stephanie's 40th birthday and 15th wedding anniversary trip to Italy
• Summer reflections and balancing work-life commitments
• Updates on Stephanie's four business b…
Summer Vault: Episode 81- How to overcome obstacles with athlete and Senator Chantal Petitclerc
Are you facing obstacles? Paralympic champion and Senator Chantal Peptitclerc has advice for you! We discuss overcoming obstacles, life as a person with disabilities, her experience as an Olympian, a…
Summer Vault: Episode 107- School morning routine hacks you should know
In this episode host Stephanie shares her hacks for a smooth school morning routine. How do you get out the door quickly and with minimal arguing? Take a listen to find out as Stephanie shares her ha…
Summer Vault: Episode 71- Wine moms & alcoholism with Kathleen Keating-Toews
In this interview we talk about alcoholism in women, signs of trouble, how to get help, and the impact of COVID. We talk about the impact of alcohol companies, media, and social media on alcohol cons…
Summer Vault: Episode 74- Exploring the enneagram with Kristen Edwards
In this episode leadership consultant Kristen Edwards and host Stephanie discuss all things personality types and the enneagram. Why are personality types important, how can you apply them to your pe…
Summer Vault: Episode 90- Mom guilt with the Mom Room’s Renee Reina
Podcaster and content creator Renee Reina joins host Stephanie for an honest conversation about mom guilt! What is mom's guilt, why do we get it, what can we do about it? Get these questions and more…
Summer Vault: Episode 121- Surviving versus thriving with Neurosurgeon Dr. Betsy Grunch
Neurosurgeon Dr. Betsy Grunch and host Stephanie dive into an authentic conversation about thriving in your life and career. Take a listen to find out how Betsy rocks life in a male dominated field a…
Summer Vault: Episode 130- A Conversation with Olympic Figure Skater Meaghan Duhamel
In this episode, we welcome Meaghan Duhamel, a trailblazing figure skater and coach with an extraordinary career. Meaghan's three Olympic medals and two World Championship titles are just some of her…
Summer Vault: Episode 20- You can be a happy mom! with author and parenting expert Ann Douglas
Welcome to "The Summer Vault," where we're taking a break but still bringing you all your favourite classic podcast episodes throughout the summer. Join us as we revisit and explore cherished moments…
Episode 165: Summer Roadmap for Balance and Growth
Stephanie Mitton discusses her summer roadmap for balance, growth, and future goals. She emphasizes the importance of slowing down and prioritizing family time, while also focusing on professional de…