This show aims to pull back the curtain on the music industry, and give up-and-coming artists some of the knowledge that veterans wish they'd had when they were just starting out. Our format on The Vocal Lab incorporates some solo episodes where it's just Sara, talking about voice care and singing and performance coaching, the realities of life on the road, and how to prep for the studio - basically answering questions you may or may not even know to ask!We will also have TONS of guest inter ...
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The pain of heartbreak is real and can take your breath away. If you’re hurting or struggling with a break up and you’re feeling shocked, betrayed, devastated, and alone then this podcast is for you. You may feel sad, anxious, angry and worried about your uncertain future. If you’re on an emotional rollercoaster you may feel stuck and unable to let go, and yet desperate to move on at the same time. Now is the best time to minimize your own suffering in this process by listening in on the mos ...
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Healing Attachment Patterns: From Clinging to Connection
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41:30Join us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Corey Lyon Folsom, a renowned love and relationship coach. Discover the transformative power of soul statements and learn how to shift from clinging to bringing in your relationships. Corey shares his personal journey and insights on self-acceptance, self-love, and the importance of staying t…
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Overcoming Addiction, Toxic Relationships, and Trauma Bonds with John Hardy
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50:55In this episode of Heartbreak to Happiness, divorce coach John Hardy joins us to unpack the complex ties between toxic relationships, addiction, and emotional trauma. Together, we explore how trauma bonds form, how addiction influences love and attachment, and what recovery really looks like after divorce. John offers practical guidance on rebuildi…
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Sex, Self-Care, and Authentic Arousal with Ruth Ramsay
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49:09Sara Davison and sex educator Ruth Ramsay unpack the links between sex, self-care, and authentic arousal. Learn how to reclaim pleasure, overcome guilt, and reset your sex life in just six minutes. A must-listen for anyone healing from heartbreak or seeking deeper intimacy. Connect with Ruth: 🌐 Website: ruthramsay.com 📸 Instagram: @ruthramsay_ Supp…
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Beyond the Courtroom: Mediation, Safety & Healing with Rebecca Waclawyj
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44:29In this powerful episode of Heartbreak to Happiness, Sara Davison sits down with Rebecca Waclawyj, founder of Brighter Future Mediation, neurodivergent entrepreneur, and survivor turned advocate for safe, trauma-informed conflict resolution. Drawing on over 15 years in the criminal and family court system—and her own lived experience of divorce and…
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Nadine Macaluso: Healing After “Wolf of Wall Street”
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48:37Psychotherapist, author, and former model Dr. Nadine Macaluso joins us to unpack what healing really looks like after high-profile chaos. Best known for her past marriage to stockbroker Jordan Belfort (“The Wolf of Wall Street”), Nadine has spent the last two decades helping clients understand trauma bonds, rebuild boundaries, and develop secure at…
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Purpose Over Perfection — An Honest Talk with Keren Eldad
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44:22Sara Davison welcomes coach Keren Eldad to unpack how trading perfection for purpose changes everything—from healing heartbreak to finding real, lasting happiness. Keren shares her personal transformation, the pitfalls of the perfectionism trap, and practical tools to redefine success on your own terms. You’ll hear how boundaries fuel confidence, w…
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Life, Style & Starting Over: Kat Farmer on Fashion, Resilience, and Reinvention
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1:14:58In this episode of Heartbreak to Happiness, host Sarah Davison welcomes fashion stylist, author, and influencer Kat Farmer (DoesMyBumLook40). Kat shares her journey through divorce, career reinvention, and life in the spotlight with honesty and humour. Discover insights on: Navigating divorce and personal growth Building confidence and resilience i…
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Practical Tools to Feel Your Best During Perimenopause and Menopause
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33:07In this empowering conversation, Nicki Williams—founder of Happy Hormones for Life—shares her personal journey from battling exhaustion, weight gain, and hormonal imbalance to helping thousands of women reclaim their energy and confidence. Discover practical, natural strategies for navigating perimenopause and menopause, including diet and lifestyl…
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Graham Beesley on Infidelity, Police Abuse & Protecting Your Rights
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56:57What happens when betrayal leads to a deeper investigation—not just of a partner, but of the very systems meant to protect us? Join us in this insightful episode of Heartbreak to Happiness as we sit down with Graham Beesley, a seasoned law enforcement professional with over 25 years of experience. Discover how Graham has navigated the complexities …
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Hilary Russo Shares How Havening Transforms Grief and Calms the Mind
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37:52Join us for an enlightening conversation with Hilary Russo, Certified Havening Techniques Practitioner and Trainer, as we explore science-backed methods for emotional healing and resilience. Discover how Havening can help transform grief, regulate stress, and rewire your brain—without needing to relive painful experiences. In this episode, you’ll l…
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Breaking Free from Emotional Eating with Jane Michell
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39:59In this inspiring episode, Sara Davison is joined by Jane Michell, the award-winning founder of Jane Plan, the UK’s leading diet delivery service. Jane shares her journey from heartbreak to building a successful wellness business, revealing the mindset shifts and life lessons that fueled her resilience. Whether you're navigating personal challenges…
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Not Seeing My Kids After Divorce with Garry Junkuhn
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53:58What happens when a father refuses to give up—on himself, his children, or his role in their lives? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Garry Junkuhn, the Founding Father of 100k Fathers, to explore the emotional and legal challenges that come with divorce, custody, and reclaiming fatherhood. From the silent pain of separation to the high-st…
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Financial First Aid for Divorce with Jennifer Lee
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33:13In this episode, Sara sits down with Jennifer Lee, founder of Modern Wealth, to talk about managing finances during a divorce or breakup. With nearly 30 years in the financial services industry, Jennifer shares expert guidance on how to stay financially grounded when emotions run high. Whether you're separating assets or starting fresh, this conver…
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Ep 95 - Jazz, PR & Showbiz Stories with the legendary Lesley Mitchell-Clarke
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1:35:26Lesley Mitchell-Clarke is a Toronto-based jazz publicist, media consultant, and arts journalist with a long-standing career in music and entertainment. A former child actress from a showbiz family, she has worked in TV production, toured as a performer, and led PR campaigns for artists like Joshua Redman, Blossom Dearie, and Janis Siegel, as well a…
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Ep 94 - Scoring big with Hal Beckett on AI, Orchestras, and Film
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1:35:58Hal Beckett is an award-winning composer, conductor, and music producer with over 30 years in the industry. Based in Vancouver, he has composed for film, TV, opera, and symphonic ensembles, and is Music Director of the Vancouver Film Orchestra. His credits include conducting for Universal and Lionsgate, contributing to Michael Bublé's Crazy Love, a…
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Divorce, Dating & Menopause: Stacey Duguid Gets Real
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45:38In this raw and relatable conversation, Stacey opens up about something many women will recognise like handing over financial power in a relationship. We talk about how easy it is to lose control and why, as I always say, finances are one of the leading causes of divorce. But we don’t stop there. We also dive into: 💔 What it’s really like divorcing…
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Ep 93 - Sarah Whitten on Healing the Singer's Body to Unlock Vocal Freedom
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1:35:00Sarah Whitten, is an internationally known movement specialist for singers. Using principles of biomechanics, biotensegrity, and pain science, she works with singers' bodies to resolve pain and physical dysfunction to improve the singing voice. She holds an MA in Pedagogy, and an MM in Performance both from The Ohio State University. Additionally s…
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Ep 92 - Bill Sample on Working with Legends & Crafting Timeless Music
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1:24:35Bill Sample is an award-winning composer, producer, arranger, and pianist, widely regarded as one of Vancouver's top "first call" musicians. With a career spanning decades, he has worked with legends like Ray Charles, Mel Tormé, Robben Ford, and served as Music Director for David Foster, performing alongside Celine Dion, Bryan Adams, and Peter Cete…
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Ep 91 - Jamie Leonhart on Finding Her Voice & Crafting Emotion Through Song
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1:32:25Drawing comparisons to Norah Jones, Feist, and Sarah Vaughan, singer-songwriter Jamie Leonhart blends jazz, indie-pop, and cabaret with sharp wit and emotional depth. A New York City native, she began her musical journey at age three and honed her craft through jazz ensembles, gospel choirs, and solo performances at iconic venues like Joe's Pub. Ja…
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What Happens to a Child the Day After They’re Taken Into Care? Chris Wild Has the Answer—And a Plan to Fix It
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50:22In this gripping episode, author and care system reformer Chris Wild shares his powerful journey from childhood trauma to national advocacy. He unpacks the flaws in the system, the emotional and financial cost of neglect, and the urgent need for change. From life in care to solutions that can truly make a difference, Chris brings truth, purpose, an…
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Ep 90 - Samantha Pickard on PR, Management, and building your name in the Entertainment Industry
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1:36:24Samantha Pickard, President of Strut Entertainment, brings 34 years of global experience in music and entertainment. She has worked in retail buying, artist management, promotions, events, and publishing. Her career led her from Australia to Canada, where she managed The Canadian Music Network before launching Strut Entertainment 18 years ago. At S…
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Ep 89 - The Keys to Vocal Performance
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1:42:58Welcome back to The Vocal Lab Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented Mindy Pack. Mindy is a Vocal coach who was a vocal performance major at the University of Utah, but her education didn't stop there. Throughout her career, Mindy has studied vocal technique, voice science, and vocal health with nationally and internation…
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Ep 88 - Mastering the Art of Music: A Deep Dive with Legendary Jazz Drummer Terry Clarke
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1:33:24Welcome back to The Vocal Lab Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented Terry Clarke. In 1970 Terry settled in Toronto, at first working with Lenny Breau, and quickly became the city's leading studio drummer, noted for his versatility in jazz and rock settings. Concurrently, he played jazz in local clubs and concerts, and on…
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Why Smart Women Struggle with Dating and How to Fix It
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50:25Why do smart, successful women struggle with dating? In this episode, dating coach Evan Marc Katz breaks down the common challenges high-achieving women face in their love lives, from blind dates that go nowhere to the science of attraction and familiarity. We discuss why dating apps aren’t the full picture, how to move past boring conversations, a…
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Ep 87 - The Keys to Learning and Teaching Successfully in Music
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1:37:32Welcome back to The Vocal Lab Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented Stephen Richardson. Stephen is an accomplished musician, educator, and twice JUNO-nominated artist, recently recognized as the 2024 JUNO MusiCounts Music Teacher of the Year. As the creative force behind the solo project Agony of the Leaves and guitarist…
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How to Speak Up for Yourself and Set Boundaries in Divorce with Amy Green Smith
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41:56In this empowering episode, we sit down with Amy Green Smith, a certified life coach, hypnotherapist, and courageous communication expert, to explore how to assert yourself and establish healthy boundaries during the challenging process of divorce. Amy, renowned for helping individuals overcome people-pleasing tendencies and self-doubt, shares her …
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How Early Parenting and Emotional Memory Shape Adult Mental Health with Greer Kirshenbaum, PhD
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37:14In this episode, with Greer Kirshenbaum, PhD, a neuroscientist, doula, and author, to explore the profound impact of early caregiving on lifelong emotional well-being. We discuss the power of intuitive parenting, how emotional memories from infancy influence our mental health, and why one healthy, responsive parent is enough to foster resilience. G…
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Sara Davison’s Raw & Honest Story: Divorcing a Narcissist & Rebuilding Her Life
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1:00:36In this raw and honest episode, Sara Davison opens up about the shock, heartbreak, and isolation she felt after discovering her husband’s affair. If you’ve ever questioned your reality in a relationship, you’re not alone. Recognising manipulation is the first step to reclaiming your power. 💪✨ Because of Sara’s own experience she created Heartbreak …
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Andrea McLean on Surviving Two Divorces in the Public Eye
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59:06In this incredibly inspiring conversation with the wonderful Andrea McLean, known for her years on our screens as a much loved TV presenter, Andrea shares her personal journey of heartbreak, resilience and reinvention. In this heartfelt episode, Andrea opens up about the lessons she learned navigating life after divorce, the highs and lows of divor…
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Why Emotional Connection Should Come Before Physical Intimacy
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34:00In this episode, with Paula Blankenship—CEO and Founder of Heirloom Traditions Paint—to explore her powerful story of late marriage, toxicity, and transformation. Paula candidly shares how she entered a relationship that wasn’t right for her, detailing the emotional toll it took and the pivotal moment she chose to break free. She also opens up abou…
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