Talking Fast

Your Ultimate Toronto Guide 2026

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Are you booking a trip for the FIFA world cup this summer or coming down for a Toronto concert? We've got you! Sarah and Jacob give restaurant, hotel ...

2026 is the Year You Focus on Your Finances

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about finance. Money can feel like a very intimidating thing to get into but it's a necessity to understand it. Sarah and Jacob give us the...

Are there Wedding Guest Rules?

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How much should you leave as a gift? Can you say no to being a bridesmaid? Can you no-show to a wedding? Sarah and Jacob talk about the hidden rules t...

Should You Quit Your 9 to 5?

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Will you regret quitting your 9 to 5 and working freelance? Sarah and Jacob are here to answer your questions and concerns. Sarah left her 9 to 5 job ...

Are You Ready to Move In with Your Partner?

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

When it is time to move in with the (potential) roommate for life AKA your partner? Sarah and Jacob answer your questions about when to move in togeth...

Are We The Marriage Type?

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Both Sarah and Jacob have weddings overseas that they are attending which begs the question, would they ever get married? They dive into this along wi...

Is turning 30 Scary?

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Last year Sarah decided to do a 30 before 30 challenge and now she's just a few month away from that milestone! Sarah talks about the challenge, worki...

We Got a Dog // Voicemail

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah just got a dog named Nova so we're talking all about the puppy stage, what it's REALLY like to have a dog in the city and hearing unsolicited ad...

Did You Miss Us?

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We're back and better than ever! Sarah and Jacob talk about resolutions, how to train throughout the winter for a spring marathon, getting a dog and t...

What did we get each other for Christmas!?

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's our annual Christmas episode and this year, Jacob and Sarah exchanged gifts on the podcast! We also answer your burning questions on what to give...

What are the best Christmas Gifts!?

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The first Holiday Talking Fast episode of the season! Sarah and Jacob share their best Christmas gifts they have received, their most wholesome Christ...

First date Jitters? We've got advice for you! // Classic Voicemail

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We've got another classic voicemail coming your way! Sarah and Jacob give dating advice, they talk about managing a busy work life and their thoughts ...

How well do we know each other?

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After being on the podcast for 3 years and working together for almost 5, Sarah and Jacob put their (working) relationship to the test! Hosted on Acas...

Let’s talk about Money! With Melissa Leong

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you feeling behind in your finances? Do you get stressed about money? We’re talking all about money, spending habits, budgeting, and how to star...

Do we all feel behind in our twenties? / Voicemail

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is feeling behind a universal feeling? How do we handle productivity? It's a voicemail episode where we answer your burning questions and try to give ...

Q4: Are we on track to hit our 2025 goals?

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Q4 has officially commenced! Sarah and Jacob sit down and reflect on the goals they set at the beginning of the year and if they are on track to hit t...

Let's Catchup, Ask us Anything!

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From running advice, Lily Allen's new music to if we really think the Jays merch is ugly! Grab a coffee cause we're catching up in this week's episode...

We Ran a Marathon: Full Toronto Marathon Debrief

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah and Jacob ran a marathon Sunday and naturally, recorded this episode the following day. Fresh off the race, they dive into the Toronto Waterfron...

Should your Hobby Make you Money? // Voicemail

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We all need things to keep us sane and for most people that's a hobby! Sarah and Jacob take us through their favourite hobbies, if they think you shou...

Is your Friend’s Destination Wedding your Next Vacation? Let's Talk Travel

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're back with another episode of Talking Fast. It's that time of year when you look ahead and you book your next trip! We talk about traveling abroa...

September reset: Locking in and how to stick to a routine // Voicemail

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you are in the swing of back to school or post-grad, September can feel like the time to lock in. The weather is getting colder, days are beco...

Back to school: with boyfriends? What to expect, and more

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Back to school season is officially here! We answer your questions around going into University or College with a partner, how to set yourself up to g...

Celebrating over 100 Episode!

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you sick of us yet? Cause we're celebrating over 100 episodes together! Take a trip down memory lane with us. We talk about what the last two year...

Should you travel with a big group of friends? Let's talk all things travel!

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jet setting around the world is a lot of fun but can also be very intimidating. Should you travel with a big group of friends or solo? Do you stay in ...

You Ask, We Answer // August Voicemail

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're bringing back the classic voicemail with this episode. No theme, just your questions. We answer questions about revamping your resume, if Univer...

Lindsay Ell on new music, authenticity and balancing it all

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay Ell joins us for this week's episode of Talking Fast. She is the host of Canada's Got Talent, the lead guitarist for Shania Twain and she is c...

30 before 30 List and Goal Update Ahead of 2026 // Quarterly Update

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sit down and clear your calendar, it's time for our quarterly meeting. Sarah goes through her 30 under 30 list and checks off what she has done and Ja...

Who TF Did I Room With? // Roommate Voicemail Episode

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah and Jacob talk about their crazy roommate stories and their advice for living with other people. From strangers, friends to partners, roommates ...

It's not me, it's you // Breakup Voicemail

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Get up, drop their stuff off, delete those pictures and turn on this week's episode of Talking Fast. We go through all things breakups, relationship a...

Our I dos and I don't for Weddings Part 2

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We are in the midst of wedding season and since there is so much to cover, we decided to make a part 2 from our last episode. Hosted on Acast. See aca...

Here Comes the Bride?!? // Wedding Episode

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, it's all about weddings. What is too much and what is expected? Are overseas weddings acceptable, is a bachelorette weekend too much? Sarah...

Has Tipping Culture Gone Too Far? // April Voicemail

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we dived into a topic that divides many…. tipping. We see the option everywhere but when is it appropriate to tip? Sarah and Jacob go over...

Winning a JUNO, Being saved by Music and Staying Authentically Herself With Maïa Davies

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with JUNO award winning artist Maïa to talk about her career, going through trauma and creating music as a way to get through it. She's a...

The Ins and Outs of Being a Stand-up Comedian with Hilary Henderson

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’re joined by the hilarious Hilary Henderson this week to pull the curtain back on stand up comedy! We talk about life on the road as a woman in c...

ASK US ANYTHING: What does a freelance producer do? // VOICEMAIL

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

ASK US ANYTHING✨ we take on your hard hitting questions this week….. What does Sarah do as a full-time producer? Do Sarah and Jacob have beef with...

The Current Job Market is Tough, What Can You Do About It? Feat Emily The Recruiter

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

RING RINGG📞We are joined by the knowledgeable and hilarious Emily The Recruiter ✨ We talk about how difficult the current job market is, what AI ...

Living with celiac disease, advocating for yourself and navigating a gluten-free lifestyle with Ashley Gismondi

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

RING RINGGG 📲A new episode of Talking Fast just landed in your invoice! We are joined by Ashley Gismondi this week, better known as Celiac and the ...

Pop Culture Predictions and Celebrity Interviews with Shannon Burns

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

RING RINGGG ☎️Shannon Burns returns to the Talking Fast show ✨ she gives us her tips and tricks on interviewing celebrities, who her dream inter...

Should you move for work? // March Voicemail

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode Jacob and Sarah give their advice on big life decisions, moving away from your hometown for work and where to eat in Toronto! W...

Unpopular Opinions On Music and Concerts with Myah Elliott

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

YOU'VE GOT A NEW MESSAGE!!Myah Elliott joins us on this week's episode of Talking Fast where we deep dive on all things music. Should you go to the sa...

Are you keeping up with your New Years Resolutions? // Quarterly Check-In Voicemail

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You missed our call! Don’t worry, we left you a voicemail ☎️We decided it was time for our (first ever) town hall meeting. How are we feeling? A...

Co-Founders of Girls Run The 6ix Talk About Creating a Community Through Their Run Club // Jill & Claire

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

RING RINGGGG📲🏃🏽‍♀️💨We’re so excited to have Jill and Claire join us this week! They’ve created an all-girls run club where you c...

Chrystia Freeland on Canada’s sovereignty, affordability, & inspiring young Canadians to vote

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Talking Fast welcomes Chrystia Freeland to the show. We talk about how to spot misinformation, the current tariff situation and the strength of Canadi...

Crisis PR and the World of Damage Control with Tieja MacLaughlin

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let's welcome our first guest of 2025, Tieja MacLaughlin! She's a crisis PR consultant here in Toronto and we dive into topics like what crisis PR is,...

How To Stay Positive When There Is So Much Negativity // Voicemail Episode

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

RING RING☎️ A new voicemail just dropped in your inbox 📥 How do you get off your screen when your job is content? Can you be friends with ...

Celebrating Two Years of The Talking Fast Show!

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Can you believe we’ve been leaving you voicemails for two years? It’s a special birthday episode and we have some fun new segments that we’ve ad...

Hello 2025, what's next?

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

YOUR FIRST PODCAST OF 2025 🥂Cheers to the new year and what better way to kick it off than with a brand new episode! Sarah and Jacob look back at 2...

The Talking Fast Holiday Special // December Voicemail

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you missed our voicemail episodes because we have! We end the year off with our classic holiday episode. Jacob and Sarah talk about how tradition...

Plant-based meals and being a chef // Feat Fraser Fitzgerald

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fraser Fitzgerald is a chef who makes comforting and accessible plant-based recipes. He joins us on the podcast this week and talks about how he got i...

Concerts with Strangers Feat Sarah May

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You’re not seeing double, we have a special double Sarah episode this week! You may recognize Sarah from her series “Concerts with Strangers”. H...

Having Dinner with Strangers // Feat Jess Janz

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Creator of “Dinner with Strangers” Jess Janz joins us for this week’s episode! With a mission to promote vulnerability and meaningful conver...

The NYC Marathon and Tips on Visiting Toronto // November Voicemail

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jacob is back and explains why he was gone.... HE WAS RUNNING THE NYC MARATHON!! Sarah and Jacob talk all things marathon, including the Chicago marat...

Heartbreak and the Power of Journaling with Ricky Liorti

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Talking Fast, we are joined by Ricky Liorti. The author of Heartbreak Love and podcast host of The Pal's Podcast talks to us...

Should You Put Your Relationship Online // Feat Tara Michelle

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

MESSAGE 📲A lot can change in a year and that’s how long it’s been since we had our next guest on. Tara catches us up on her search for love, ho...

What it’s like getting into an accident while traveling

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s not bury the lead, and we dive right in to how the end of Sarah’s Asia trip didn’t quite go as planned. She breaks down the full experienc...

The Next Star, Touring and How She Feels About Playing Her Hits // Alyssa Reid

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Your satisfactions will be guaranteed with this guest on our newest episode of Talking Fast. She started her career at just 15 on “The Next Star”,...

Making Pop Culture fun again with Nick Palmai

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Palmai joins us on this week’s episode of Talking Fast! You might recognize him from scream singing in his car or for being arrested by Sabrina...

How to handle grief and support loved ones // October Voicemail

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nothing is spookier then unanswered questions so we have another voicemail! You’ve quit your job and are starting over..... now what?? You’re in t...

Can long distance relationships work? // September Voicemail

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to season four! We are so excited to dive into everything fall (well, maybe not all of us). We answer your questions around long distance rela...

What it’s really like working the Olympics

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah reached a 10 year long career goal of working an Olympic Games on location, but how is she feeling about it now? Jacob asks Sarah everything abo...

Let's talk about networking with Rachel Wong and Istiana Bestari

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Over seven years ago Rachel Wong and Istiana Bestari bonded over the hardships of networking and feeling like networking events favoured men. Their so...

The Original Clean Girl Aesthetic Beauty Brand Feat Co-Founder Taylor Frankel (Nudestix)

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Before there was the clean girl aesthetic there was Nudestix. The original “no makeup makeup brand” turns 10 years old. We sat down with Taylor Fr...

The World of Improv and Sketch Comedy with Tiyawnda and Coko

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Second city cast members Tiyawnda and Coko join us on this week's episode of Talking Fast. We talk about their new revue "All Messed Up & Nowhere ...

Everyone is getting into running, should you? Feat Liv & Diane

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is everyone running a marathon? What are helpful tips for beginners? What do you need to start training? What shoes do I buy??? You’ve asked us so m...

Jamie Fine on new music, Vanderpump rules, and being an artist in a world of creators

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jamie Fine joins the show to talk all about her new EP 'If this is it..", balancing creating content and making music, and her pitch to collab with a ...

Do we believe in manifesting? // Monthly Voicemail

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jacob and Sarah open up the voicemail to answer your hard hitting question. from manifestation, to animals we think we most relate to. Hosted on Acas...

Finding a new normal, and being a care taker with Kath Smith

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kath Smith joins us to talk about finding a community on TikTok after sharing the recovery journey of her partner Ben, after he suffered a traumatic b...

Building a professional sports league with Diana Matheson

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're joined by Diana Matheson to talk all about the Northern Super League, and bringing more professional women's sports to Canada. Hosted on Acast....

Let’s talk about the fear of missing out

23 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The FOMO is real in the summertime, so let's talk it through on this weeks edition of the self care sunday series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

Cooking, content, and cookies with Bel

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're joined by Bel (hey.itsbel) who shares her journey of cooking, content, and finding the best breakfast sandwich in the city.Instagram 🤍Sarah: ...

10 things I learned in my 27th year // Self Care Sunday

16 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The self care sunday series is back, and its the eve of Sarah's 28th birthday, so let's go over the 10 things she learned at 27. Instagram 🤍Sarah: ...

What's changed? // Season 3

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're back, and Sarah & Jacob are talking all things change. Have we changed as people? How do we handle it? Instagram 🤍Sarah: https://www.inst...

Season 2 Finale: Hypotheticals, For You Pages & Location Sharing

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Sarah and Jacob as they end Season 2 with a chatty episode. Sarah proposes hypotheticals and they discuss TikTok For You Pages and location shari...

The Greatest Hits, Best Toronto Spots, and Different Eras with Virginia to Vegas

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Singer-Songwriter Virginia to Vegas aka Derik Baker (@virginiatovegas) joins the show this week to discuss his new vinyl “The Greatest Hits,” the ...

Self Care Sunday: How do we handle the scaries, and am I burnt out?

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's a new era! Add the Self Care Sunday series to your weekly re-set and routine as we get real about our feelings, and what's on our mind. Join Sara...

Burnout, Imposter Syndrome and the Idea of Dream Jobs // March Voicemail

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah and Jacob are back with another voicemail episode where they answer all of your questions! This week they discuss how to deal with burnout and i...

Singing in train stations, and the making of 'Who Do I Call Now' with Sofia Camara

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sofia Camara (@_sofiacamara_) joins Talking Fast this week to discuss her new single, “Who Do I Call Now? (Hellbent),” touring with fellow Canadia...

Do the Oscars ever get it right? All things movies with Teri Hart

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're joined by film critic, host, and personality Teri Hart to talk all things movies. From the best films of the year, to whether big award shows re...

Conner Smith on his new album, life on tour and songwriting

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Straight from Nashville, TN, singer/songwriter Conner Smith (@connersmithmusic) joins Talking Fast during his first trip to Canada! He discusses his n...

Balancing Motherhood, a Fitness Journey and Evolving Content with Madison Sinclair (Madisons.16)

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Content creator Madison Sinclair (Madisons.16) joins Talking Fast this week! She discusses becoming a full time content creator, her fitness journey a...

Relationship Advice Voicemail: Moving in with your significant other and staying friends with an ex

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Sarah and Jacob answer all of your relationship related questions and give their best advice on getting back into dating, moving in with an...

New Music, Writing Camps and Using Your Emotions to Create with Kiesza and K

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Singer/Songwriter Kiesza (@kiesza) and her collaborator K (@suntdracone) join us to discuss Kiesza’s new music, the first time they met at a writer’...

Starting a sustainable beauty brand with Cheekbone Beauty Founder and CEO Jenn Harper

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cheekbone Beauty Founder and CEO Jenn Harper (@cheekbonejenn) joins us to discuss her journey from working in fish sales to creating a beauty brand, t...

Winter blues, loneliness in your 20s and TV reboots

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are back with our first voicemail episode of 2024. Sarah and Jacob answer all of your questions and give advice on topics from travelling with new ...

It's our first birthday, what's changed in a year? with JulesTheLawyer

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Talking Fast’s first birthday! What better way to celebrate than having Julia Romano (@julesthelawyer) back on the show? We look back at the ...

Skincare, purpose, and self employment with CareWithKate

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kate (CareWithKate) joins us to talk about rapidly growing on TIkTok, leaving her corporate job, and the challenges of putting yourself out there, onl...

New Year Same Us? // Recapping 2023 and looking ahead to 2024

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Sarah and Jacob as they reflect on all their favourite things and moments from 2023, and let you in on their goals, and things to look forward to...

Serving coffee and kindness with Caitlin Campbell

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We caught up with one of the kindest people on the internet Caitlin Campbell who brings her low of coffee, and content, to her multi-million person au...

Ho Ho Holiday Special

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

HO HO HO, Merry Talking Fast? It's our holiday spectacular where we get you in the spirit by drafting Christmas movies, sharing our own traditions, an...

Proudest moments, Travel Plans, and How we deal with bad mental health days

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s our December voicemail, the last of the year, and we’re diving into your questions and try to give advice best we can. Hosted on Acast. See a...

How do you pitch your company on Dragon's Den? With Sol Kyst founder Meghan Victoria

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're joined by Sol Kyst founder Meghan Victoria to talk about her recent appearance on Dragon's Den, how she's grown her size inclusive sunglasses br...

The cost of living in a city & how to get over a long term relationship - Voicemail #2

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's our Novemeber Voicemail where we're answering all your questions. From the cost of living in a city, our favourite comfort films, to moving on fr...

Finding balance in health and fitness with Liv Mcilkenny

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We caught up with Liv Mcilkenny aka Liv Sweaty, who shares her experience on finding balance with both physical, and mental health. Hosted on Ac...

Life behind the aesthetic, with Yaz Ghotb

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We caught up with lifestyle creator Yaz Ghotb to talk all things finding your voice, feeling confident in your content, and what life is like behind t...

Gen Z vs Millennials with SnarkyMarky

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's a battle of the generations as we're joined by Mark, aka SnarkyMarky, to discuss all things TikTok success, making fun of Millennials, and more. ...

Basketball and books with Alex Wong

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're joined by best selling author, radio personality, and former colleague of Sarah's, Alex Wong.We also recap the half marathon, talk about red win...

New York City, making meaningful friends, and burnout - Voicemail #1

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's our first voicemail episode! We're answering your questions, and giving the best advice we can on everything from where to eat in New York, to ho...

Dating culture, red flags, and meet cutes with Tara Michelle

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're back and better than ever. To kick off a new season, we're joined by Tara Michelle to talk all things dating culture, red flags, rosters, and mo...

Let's talk about therapy

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We reference therapy nearly every episode, so it's about time we dedicate an entire episode to it. Whether it's how you find a therapist, or what do y...

What do you need to know before going to University?

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Izzy joins us to run the show, and we breakdown everything you should know before going to university...or at least from our experiences. Hosted on A...