Best Introvert Stereotype Podcasts (2025)

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91. How to Tame The Voice Of Your Inner Narcissist (Emma Lyons) 32:02

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In this empowering episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I am joined by Emma Lyons, trauma healer, shame exorcist, and Self Liberation Mentor who works specifically with quiet achievers, especially women who have internalised a voice of narcissistic control and mistaken it for their own. Emma shares her journey of overcoming depression, self-sabota…

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90. Reclaim Self-Trust through Intimacy and Sensuality (Hani Cheng) 38:56

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Can you invite intimacy back into your life by first healing your relationship with yourself? In this tender conversation, I’m joined by Hani Cheng, Intimacy Transformation Facilitator, bestselling author, and global speaker. Grounded in over 33 healing approaches — including Tantra, Shamanic Breathwork, Advanced NLP, Daoist Sexuality, and Quantum …

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Whatever it takes: A Degrassi Documentary 14:46

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Reporter Haydn Watters caught up with two former cast members ahead of the documentary 'Degrassi: Whatever It Takes' TIFF premiere. Plus James Monkman on an immersive exhibit called 'Mekwâc' that imparts ancient stories of the Cree.

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David's Pick: Carney's plan to bring small modular reactors to Ontario’s Darlington nuclear power 8:21

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Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a list of five "nation building projects" including a plan to bring small modular reactors to Darlington, Ontario. Tech columnist Francis Syms explains what that could look like.

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89. Purposeful Leadership and the Business of Doing Good (Paul Dunn) 45:25

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What if your business could change lives every single day? In this episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I sit down with Paul Dunn, four-time TEDx speaker and chairman of B1G1 (Business for Good), to explore how businesses can create extraordinary impact through purpose and giving. Paul shares how true leadership goes beyond profit, showing us how …

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Tackling the misconceptions and stereotypes of sex workers through film 10:15

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Andrea Werhun's memoir largely inspired the Oscar-winning film "Anora". Now one year later, she'll get a starring role on the big screen herself -- in a documentary based on her memoir "Modern Whore."

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David's Pick: Is this the right time to buy your first home? 7:08

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Housing prices are falling in major cities across the country. The CBC's Ashley Fraser looks into if now is this the right time for first-time buyers to jump into the market.

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What determines genocide? 18:55

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The world's leading genocide scholars' association is calling Israel's action in Gaza a genocide. We'll unpack what that means with Omer Bartov an expert on the subject, who is also a former IDF soldier.

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88. Change Your Energy, Change Your Life (Cornelia Kawann) 34:10

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How do you find the courage to make bold transitions in life and leadership? In this moving conversation, I sit down with Cornelia Kawann, a leader, mentor, and advocate for personal growth, who has walked the path of change with resilience and authenticity. Cornelia shares her journey of navigating uncertainty, finding inner strength, and aligning…

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The surprising benefits of the office suck-up 11:02

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Metro Morning's career coach Emily Durham explains how managing up can actually benefit your whole team. Plus, the adults who are gearing up for summer camp in the GTA.

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The Smoothie Identity: From Pageants to Public Speaking Coaching | Maria C. Rincon | 112 39:08

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Send us a text Maria Rincon calls herself a “smoothie”, a blend of Chinese, Colombian, and Canadian cultures, now living in Sweden. 🌏 In this episode, she shares her journey from being known as the “little Chinese girl” in Colombia, to winning Miss Chinese Vancouver, to hosting TV shows in China, to working with the UN, and finally finding her true…

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87. How Impact Investing Uplifts Communities and Creates Lasting Change (Dr. Dionne Payn) 36:22

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What if your investment choices could align with your values—and create lasting change in the world? In this episode, I speak with Dionn Payn, founder of Women 4 Homes, whose mission is to inspire 1 million women to invest $5,000 to end homelessness by 2030. Dionn is passionate about helping people—especially women—grow wealth through ethical inves…

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David's Pick: The 'God Father of A.I.' says the technology needs to be built with maternal instinct 9:32

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If you think about artificial intelligence and worry about a world where machines wipe out humans, Nobel Prize winner Geoffrey Hinton shares those concerns. But now he says there is one way to protect ourselves: We need to build A.I. to be like a mother.

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The tragic death of 8-year-old Javhai Roy 10:06

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Marcell Wilson is an anti-gun violence advocate and a family spokesperson for Javhai Roy's family. David speaks with him about what Javhai Roy's loss has meant for the people who knew him and what it says about gun violence in the GTA.

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86. Why AI is the Perfect Business Partner for Introverts (Dr. David Hooper) 42:57

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In this episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I speak with Dr. David Hooper—AI marketing strategist, peak performance expert, and proud introvert—about his incredible journey from rock bottom to reinvention. After facing a series of personal and professional crises that left him clinically depressed and morbidly obese, David chose to rebuild his li…

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Yellow Fever, OG SoCal Asian and Breaking Stereotypes – Kaila Tells All | Kaila Yu | EP 111 51:26

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Send us a text From MySpace fame to memoir, Kaila Yu has done it all, model, musician, journalist, and now author of Fetishized. She joins us to talk about growing up Taiwanese American in Southern California, the 2000s Asian scene, K-pop, and confronting the Asian fetish. GO GET HER BOOK WHEREVER YOU GET BOOKS! 08/19/2025! More about the book: Lik…

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Businesses in Little Jamaica fear they won't survive the construction of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT 18:14

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As the Eglinton Crosstown opening continues to be delayed, located in thick of construction is the neighbourhood of Little Jamaica. Guest host Stephanie Skenderis speaks to Diana Lalor with the Little Jamaica BIA. Plus, the Toronto artist highlighting the beauty of pigeons.

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Send us a text Remembered the password to the account so finally uploading an update episode. :) Tune in to hear about the updates for the podcast and a teaser of the next episode dropping this Thursday Support the show Thank you for listening! Help this podcast: 1. Follow us on Instagram @whatkindofasianpod 2. Share our episodes with friends and f…

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85. Finding Flow Through Feng Shui: The Art of Harmonizing Your Life (Lisa Roche) 52:42

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In today’s episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, we dive deep into the transformative practice of Feng Shui with Lisa Roche, the founder of Nagare Life. Lisa is a Reiki Master, medical intuitive, and the host of Find Your Flow, and she’s here to share her expertise on harmonizing the energy in our homes to support personal well-being and growth. Li…

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Can HRifying your relationships really keep them running? 13:33

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The demands of modern life can be demanding. Kim De Laat is an assistant professor of organization and human behaviour at the University of Waterloo. She explains why people are turning to workplace apps and practices to manage their personal lives. Plus, Haydn Watters hangs out with the Boys and Girls Club West Scarborough to hear about their visi…

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The future of Old City Hall and the surprising economy of worms 19:20

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Take a step through history at Old City Hall. While the City considers what to do with one of Toronto's architectural jewels, they've reopened it for public visits and weddings. Our reporter Haydn Watters takes a tour and we hear from the first couple to be married there in about 35 years. Plus, worms! Southern Ontario is the worm capital of North …

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84. Breaking Through Shyness and Social Reluctance (Susan Callender) 33:21

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In today’s episode of the Quiet Warrior Podcast, we have the pleasure of speaking with Susan Callender, a certified success coach, the host of the Social Skills Mastery Podcast, and the founder of Social Confidence Pro. Susan shares her journey from being a shy, reserved child to becoming a successful professional and coach who now helps socially r…

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83. Career Clarity for Introverts, Quiet Achievers & Lifelong Learners (Lucy Sattler) 32:46

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What if choosing a career didn’t have to feel overwhelming? What if quiet achievers, deep thinkers, and introverted students had tools designed just for them? In this insightful episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I’m joined by Lucy Sattler, a former teacher turned career practitioner and founder of Study Work Grow. Lucy has made it her mission t…

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82. How to Navigate Conflict and Difficult Conversations with Resilience (Elizabeth Williamson) 55:08

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In this insightful episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, Serena speaks with Elizabeth Williamson, a relationship coach, trauma-informed facilitator, and leadership mentor who has spent over two decades helping individuals, couples, and leaders navigate conflict, repair trust, and communicate with courage. Elizabeth brings a wealth of experience fro…

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Fascist Fight Clubs in Hamilton and Niagara 7:51

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The CBC's Eric Szeto speaks to David about his investigation into fascist fight clubs operating in Hamilton and Niagara region.

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81: Introverted Tech Pioneer Transforming Africa’s Food Supply Chain (Pretty Kubyane) 38:24

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In this episode, I sat down with Pretty Kubyane, a multi-award-winning tech entrepreneur and co-founder of eFama, an app revolutionising Africa’s agricultural supply chain. From humble beginnings in a South African village to leading a pan-African tech movement, Pretty shares how growing up with impact-driven parents shaped her conviction to build …

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How A.I. is making waves in the music industry in the GTA and beyond 12:06

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They're a trending. They've got millions of streams. And they don't actually exist. Guest host Stephanie Skenderis explores the A.I. generated music group Velvet Sundown is changing the music industry. She speaks with U of T's Ely Lyonbloom and Toronto musician Skye Wallace about it.

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80 How Collaborative Books Help Introverts Get Seen (Cathy Derksen) 30:44

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In this episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I sit down with Cathy Derksen — Founder of Inspired Tenacity, speaker, and 19-times #1 best-selling author — whose mission is to amplify women's voices through the power of collaborative books. Cathy didn’t start out in publishing. Her career began in medical genetics, followed by a decade in financial …

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It's all a bunch of sludge: The tactic used by big companies to keep you from cancelling subscriptions 14:16

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Guest host Jill Dempsey speaks with Managing Director of the Canadian SHIELD Institute Vass Bednar about the growing problem of sludge. Plus, producer Shyloe Fagan hits the streets to hear sludge stories from Torontonians.

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79. Writing the Self Home: How Embodied Journaling Helps Introverts Heal and Be Heard (Sarah Cannata) 43:26

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In this episode, I speak with Sarah Cannata, creator of Storytelling for the Soul, embodied processing practitioner, and long-time introvert who believes in the healing power of writing. Sarah helps women in midlife and beyond reconnect with themselves through a unique blend of body-based trauma-informed support and embodied journaling. We explore …

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David's Pick: The Grade 5 class behind Niagara Fall's first-ever inclusive car show 7:23

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Cameron Collins is 12-years-old and loves cars. David spoke to him about how his love of cars inspired his classmates to put on an inclusive car show to raise awareness around autism.

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The Zamboni-like robot roaming Ontario's shores this summer 13:43

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It's name is BeBot and it's cleaning up Ontario's beaches this summer. David speaks with Melissa Young, CEO of Pollution Probe about it. Plus, Environmental Defence's Karen Wirsig speaks to David about the province's proposal to pull back on some of its recycling program.

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David's Pick: Puking, squawking and pooping all over the place. Why the Cormorant is Toronto's most divisive bird 8:43

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Depending who you ask, they are either ruining the ecosystem or restoring it. David speaks to Ontario Nature's Andres Jimenez Monge about Cormorants.

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How a new wellness centre at St. Mike's Hospital hopes to build trust with Toronto's Indigenous people 14:55

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Roberta Pike is the director of Indigenous Wellness at Unity Health Toronto. She tells David about a new wellness centre at St. Mike's that is hoping to help mend the relationship between the healthcare system and Indigenous people in Toronto. Plus, why Marsha Shandur is encouraging people in the city to tap into the childhood joy of parachutes.…

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78. The Outsider’s Edge: How to Take Charge of Your Career (Vimala Thangaveloo) 39:50

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Serena speaks with Vimala Thangaveloo, a former Fortune 500 attorney turned executive coach. Vimala’s journey from the courtroom to coaching is a story of embracing transitions and using personal differences as superpowers. She shares her transformative GPS framework, which helps professionals — especially those who feel like outsiders — step into …

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David's Pick: What a Toronto man learned after hitting a pedestrian with his car 8:05

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It was a normal coffee run -- until Michael Taylor heard the crunch. He reflects with David on the moment he hit a priest with his car and how it changed how he drives.

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The landlord offering private healthcare as a perk to its tenants 15:12

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Colleen Krempulec is a managing partner with Hazelview Properties. She tells David why the company is offering private health care as an incentive to its tenants. Plus, David speaks to Vivian Stamatopoulos, a long-term care advocate, about a bill recently introduced by the province that would remove inspection reports from the public record after t…

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David's Pick: On tyranny, freedom and empathy with renowned U of T scholar Timothy Snyder 23:05

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Renowned scholar Timothy Snyder talks to David about the impact of Donald Trump's populism and what is needed to forge a future beyond the removal of oppression.

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Royson James receives the Order of Ontario for his work at the Toronto Star 17:49

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Royson James covered the city for 35 years as a journalist with the Toronto Star. Now, he's been honoured with the Order of Ontario for his work. He talks to David about how the industry has changed.

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77. Embrace Your Bilingual Superpower (Ella Zhang) 47:32

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In this episode, we’re joined by Ella Zhang, an organisational development consultant and executive coach who shares how she has navigated multiple cultures and languages and embraced her bilingual identity to build confidence and communicate effectively. Ella takes us through her story of migrating from China to Australia, overcoming challenges as…

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David's Pick: What Stephen Toope thinks about the brain drain, academic freedom and Donald Trump's fight with Harvard 11:34

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Stephen Toope is the former vice-chancellor of Cambridge University and current CEO of the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research. He speaks to David about Donald Trump's feud with America's oldest and wealthiest school: Harvard University.

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From Asian Guilt to Writer's Success - Jesse's Journey | Jesse Q. Sutanto | 110 53:28

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Send us a text In this week's episode of What Kind of Asian Are You?, host Kyle Leung sits down with bestselling author Jesse Q. Sutanto to talk about her journey from Jakarta to Singapore, California, Oxford, and back again. Jesse opens up about her Chinese-Indonesian heritage, her path to becoming a prolific writer, and the ten-year grind before …

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The American fugitive living as a self-styled psychic and trivia host in Toronto 15:29

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CBC Senior Reporter Thomas Daigle tells us about the fascinating story of a Florida fugitive who was found living in Toronto -- after decades spent on the run from manslaughter charges. Plus, the touchless high tech farm in King City that may have a solution for our reliance on foreign food produce like lettuce.…

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Documenting the Chinese Canadian Suburban Mom Life | Leanne Lee | 109 49:52

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Send us a text "From Ottawa roots to TikTok reels, Leanne keeps it real about the mom life" In this episode, we dive into the world of Leanne Lee — Chinese Canadian content creator, suburban mom of two, and all-around relatable human. From her early days navigating small-town Canada as the token Asian kid to finding her voice (and community) online…

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76. Confident Communication Strategies for Data-Driven Professionals (Salvatore Manzi) 37:53

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In this episode, I’m thrilled to be joined by Salvatore Manzi, a leadership communications coach with over 20 years of experience helping analytical, introverted leaders amplify their impact. Salvatore shares his journey and his passion for empowering data-driven professionals to communicate their brilliant ideas with confidence, and to navigate hi…