The Scaries
Episodes
Building Real Diversity in Your Life (feat. Credell Simeon)
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we unpack what it really means to “embrace diversity” beyond buzzwords—and why expanding your circle can be an act of growth and resi...
Door Openers: Why Mentorship Changes Everything (feat. Ally & Nikita)
21 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mentorship isn’t a “nice to have.” It’s a door.In this episode of The Scaries, we dig into why mentorship is one of the most powerful, human i...
The 90s Diet Culture That Messed Us Up (feat. Erika Tkatchuk)
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Trigger warning: discussions of diet culture, fatphobia, disordered eating, eating disorders, body shame, and weight loss messaging.We take a trip bac...
She Never Just Vanished: The Systemic Scaries of Missing Women (feat. Dr. Lorna Ferguson)
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
HAPPY SEASON 3!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Trigger warning: discussions of violence, loss, and systemic discrimination.On this heavy but essential episode of Th...
She Never Just Vanished: The Systemic Scaries of Missing Women (feat. Dr. Lorna Ferguson)
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
HAPPY SEASON 3!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Trigger warning: discussions of violence, loss, and systemic discrimination.On this heavy but essential episode of Th...
The Cult of “Community” — Why Women Are Targeted by Cults, MLMs, and Pyramid Schemes (Part 2)
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You thought pyramid schemes were a '90s thing? Think again. In this eye-opening Part 2, we unpack how cults, MLMs, and shady "boss babe" pitches are s...
The 2025 Federal Election: What Women Need to Know
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This election isn’t just about party lines—it’s about your rights. From reproductive justice to gender-based violence, healthcare to childcare, ...
The Forgotten Women of History: Where’s Their Movie?
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why does Hollywood have three separate biopics about Steve Jobs but not one about the women who invented WiFi, GPS, or even Monopoly?In this episode o...
The Cult of “Community” — Why Women Are Targeted by Cults, MLMs, and Pyramid Schemes (Part 1)
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
WE'RE BAAAAAACK!!!!Welcome to the dark, twisted world of cults, where manipulation is sold as salvation, and women, in particular, pay the price. In t...
Pop, Power, and Pressure: How 90s Girl Bands Shaped Millennial Women
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ah, the 90s. A time of butterfly clips, chokers, and iconic girl bands that shaped our preteen karaoke dreams. Spice Girls, Destiny’s Child, TLC, Br...
Sidelined or Spotlighted? The Experience of Women in Media with Sabeen Ahmad
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re spotlighting the crazy-but-true realities for women journalists—spoiler: it’s not all glitz and glamour. From online harassment...
Beyond the Vote: Breaking Barriers for Women
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Please note that RaiseHER Co. is a non-partisan organization, and this is not an endorsement for any political party or candidate. You know what we ca...
The Scaries Does Halloween
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Halloween is creeping up, and in true Scaries fashion, we’re here to talk about one of our favourite holidays. Seriously, what’s Halloween without...
Truth, Justice, and Reconciliation: Progress and the Path Forward with Cadmus Delorme
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we reflect on the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation (September 30) and the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women,...
Back to School (& SEASON 2 PREMIERE!)
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
WE'RE BAAACCCCCCKKKKKKK!!!! It’s back-to-school season, and whether you’re a student or a parent, this time of year brings excitement—and someti...
Cultural Duality: Exploring Two-Spirit Identity with Lori Campbell | SEASON ONE FINALE!!!!!
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the season finale of season one (HOLY MOLY! WE MADE IT!), we dive deep into the rich and often misunderstood concept of the Two-Spirit identity wit...
Juggling Act: Navigating Work and Motherhood
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're tackling a topic close to our hearts: the balancing act of work and motherhood. If you’re a mom who works (or a working mom, because, l...
Mothering Minds: Unveiling the Truths of Perinatal Mental Health
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Coming at you this week with the alarming realities of perinatal mental health—a topic that hits close to home for many of us. Today, we're unpackin...
Momming So Hard
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to The Scaries, your go-to podcast for unravelling the alarming, the inconceivable, and the downright scary realities faced by women and ...
The Story of Happy Charles: Missing and Missed
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, we join forces with the YWCA of Regina and the All Nations Hope Network to shed light on Missing Persons Week, adopting this ...
Climate Change's Impact on Women
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we unravel the unsettling reality that women, especially in equity-deserving and equity-seeking communities, bear the brunt of climate chan...
From Stigma to Strength: Women's Mental Wellness with Vibya Natana
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, gorgeous souls, to another riveting episode of The Scaries, your go-to destination for unfiltered conversations about the realities of w...
Wisdom Keepers: Exploring Indigenous Matriarchal Leadership with Lori Campbell
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're exploring the vital role of matriarchs in Indigenous communities. With Lori Campbell, a respected Two-Spirit Montreal Lake Cree Natio...
Empowering Women Through… Leadership (Part 2 with THE MOMS!)
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PART TWO WITH THE MOMS! This week, we're tackling the dynamic concept of leadership, guided by the wisdom and experiences of our built-in mentors and ...
Empowering Women Through… Mentorship (Part 1 with THE MOMS!)
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re exploring mentorship and its profound impact on women's empowerment. With the help of a few special guests, we'll examine mentorshi...
On Screen, Off Balance: Representation in Hollywood
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're back with another episode shining a spotlight on Hollywood's representation—or lack thereof—of women on and off the screen. As we all know, ...
Breaking Financial Barriers: Empowering Women to Excel
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to talk about representation in hedge funds, investment banking, and equity?! This week, we chat with Dajana and Pall, a duo from the RaiseHER C...
Identity Crisis: Uncovering the Truth About Impostor Syndrome
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Skylar and Talitha dive deep into the daunting world of impostor syndrome, joined by Dr. Negar Golbar, PharmD, shedding light on its preval...
In Her Shoes: Empowering Immigrant Women
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TECHNICALLY, all non-Indigenous Canadians are immigrants or descendants of immigrants. Yet the terms “migrant” and “immigrant” are often equat...
Confronting the Shadows: Indigenous Women and the Terrifying Reality of Violence
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we share the chilling statistics and heartbreaking realities surrounding violence against Indigenous women in Canada. With a focus on shedd...
It’s a Barbie World: The Reclamation (Part 3)
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Come on, Barbie, let's go party! The final part of the Barbie series is HERE!Welcome to the conclusion of our Barbie series, where we delve into the c...
Beyond the Blade: The Terrifying Truths of Female Genital Mutilation
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In honour of the International Day for Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) on February 6, we’re sharing the alarming, horrifying and ...
What Lurks in the Dark: The Realities of Human Trafficking
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re shining a light on a monster that lurks in the dark. This will not be an easy one to listen to, and we want listeners to be incredi...
It’s a Barbie World: The Fallout (Part 2)
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of Barbie is here! This week, we explore the evolution and the fallout she faced during the '90s and beyond.Barbie starts as a symbol of childh...
Behind the Beat: Gender Barriers in the Music Biz
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we shed light on the stark realities women face in the music industry. In our detailed exploration, we draw upon insights from the Annenber...
Leading Ladies: The Economic Journey of Women Entrepreneurs
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we navigate our own business goals for the year ahead, we can't help but reflect on the economic highs and lows we face as entrepreneurs. So, this ...
2023 Wrapped: Women's Wins, Losses & Lessons
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we look at the persistent realities (and scaries) impacting women and girls globally, shedding light on the staggering statistics and...
Deconstructing Jingles: Unwrapping Sexist Undertones in Holiday Songs
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
'Tis the season for holly, jolly jingles, but have you ever really listened to what some of these commercialized holiday songs are about? This week, w...
It’s a Barbie World: The Birth (Part 1)
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shifting gears a bit this week, we decided to delve into the captivating yet complex world of… Barbie!This week we begin a comprehensive exploration...
Mind the Gap: 2023's Shocking Gender Pay Disparities Revealed
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we are chatting about the gender pay gap, pay inequities, and what we can do in 2023 (a real feel-good moment!).Tackling the definitions an...
Gaslighting in Healthcare
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we dive deep into a pervasive and unsettling issue: gaslighting women in healthcare. The episode, featuring Dr. Mikayla Raddysh, ND, of Thr...
Byte-Sized Horrors: A Look Into the Internet’s Assault on Women
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we delve into cyber violence against women, focusing on its prevalence, impact, and possible solutions.In this episode, you’ll be introdu...
Silent Scars: Intimate Partner Violence, Who’s Most Vulnerable & How You Can Help
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the first episode of The Scaries, hosts Skylar and Talitha dive into the scaries related to intimate partner violence. They reveal some shocking fa...