The Fit Fatale Podcast: Spin, Skin and Other Addictions

On this episode Samantha speaks with Raquela Cheesmond the founder of Etymologie Skin Care (@etymologieskincare). They explore her studies as a food scientist and how that has translated into building a beauty brand to nourish your skin. Raquela takes us through her story as a young thriving student and health enthusiast, learning about foods that feed your body inside and out, and how that has led her to the success that is now Etymologie. The two explore what sourcing those wholesome ingredients looks like, which products from Etymologie are best for different types of skin, and a few of Samantha's skin hacks with her favourite products from the line.  To learn more about The Fit Fatale visit the site HERE To learn more about Etymologie visit the site HERE To connect with Samantha click HERE To connect with Raquela and Etymologie click HERE

On this episode Samantha speaks with Naturopathic Doctor Sara Celik (@drsaradetox) about the her career and transition into Naturopathic Medicine and her roll as a Renew Life spokesperson. They dive into gut health, probiotics and the impacts of sugar and alcohol on our intestines. Dr. Sara speaks about how gut health is the ultimate factor in overall health, energy and wellbeing. She also answers questions from the audience on probiotics, gut health, IBS, intolerences and more.  This week's episodes is in partnership with Stage TEN, a platform for brands and creators to produce high quality live stream content. For the 10th edition episode we recorded live and you can watch the full live stream recording from Episode 10, including stats, product images, polls and questions HERE.  To learn more about The Fit Fatale visit the site HERE To learn more about Dr. Sara Celik visit the site HERE To learn more about Stage TEN click HERE To connect with Samantha click HERE To connect with Dr. Sara Celik click HERE

On this episode Samantha speaks with influencer and entrepreneur Caleigh Rykiss about her newest project Bolo Inc. (@boloinc), a social and health club designed to promote body love. They chat about the importance of loving your body entirely when you think of your own personal fitness and wellness goals, the struggles of being a gym owner and influencer, and how Caleigh plans to change the fitness studio world in Toronto. She speaks about her transition from television to social media influencer and fitness expect, as well as her passion for inspiring other to find their untimate state of wellbeing.  To learn more about The Fit Fatale visit the site HERE To learn more about Bolo Inc. visit the site HERE To connect with Samantha click HERE To connect with Caleigh click HERE

On this episode Samantha speaks with Australian Trainer Andrew Pap (@andrew_pap_) and owner of Battle Fit Australia (@battlefitaustralia). The two chat about his Toronto based event City Shred powered by Genuine Health (@genuinehealth). They dive into the difference of the fitness scene in Canada vs Australia and how living by the beach has played into his love for aq healthy lifestyle. Andrew also talks about his personal journey into wellness, dealing with family memebers facing mental health issues and how he got into the fitness world to take preventative rather than reactive measures. Andrew also shares his personal story with body images issues and struggling with comparing himself to others in the past. This is the first time Samantha has a male guest on the show and things get very real. To learn more about The Fit Fatale visit the site HERE To learn more about Battle Fit Australia click HERE To connect with Samantha click HERE To connect with Andrew click HERE To learn more about Genuine Health products click HERE

On this episode Samantha speaks with Joanna Barcessat of Rejuice Nutrition (@rejuicenutrition) about the wonderful world of juicing. They chat about how Rejuice Nutrition has grown since opening in Montreal as the first organic cold pressed juice bar of its kind in 2011. Joanna speaks from the heart about her struggles with the business and her own personal health challenges shes faced over the years of working as a personal trainer and now business owner. The two share their thoughts on the entrepreneurial world in wellness and how the pressure to "look" a certain way can sometimes get the best of you.  To learn more about The Fit Fatale visit the site HERE To learn more about Rejuice Nutrition visit the site HERE To connect with Samantha click HERE To connect with Joanna click HERE

On this episode Samantha speaks with Shannon Vaughn of Pursoma (@pursoma) baths. They chat about her struggles with PTSD and how it lead to growing the now obsessed over Pursoma baths. Her own passion project dedicated to curing what was once her bigger struggle has now become a wellness beauty product known and loved by all green beauty enthusiats, including the likes of Gwyneth Paltrow, The Coveteur, Well & Good, Forbes and Vogue to name a few. Shannon dives into the importance of sourcing sustainable ingredients, the impacts of baths on our health, both mental and physical and her love for biking, travel and infared saunas.  To learn more about The Fit Fatale visit the site HERE To learn more about Pursoma visit the site HERE To connect with Samantha click HERE To connect with Shannon click HERE

On this episode Samantha chats with fellow health and fitness influencers Jordana Hart of I Hart Nutrition (@ihartnutrition) and Marlie Cohen of Kale and Krunches (@kale_and_krunches). They chat about what it's really like to be a fitness and health influencer, the pressures to look and feel a certain way, how rewarding it can be helping others on a day to day to find their ultimate health and the real necessity of having an assisant. The three also dive into being authentic influencers, helping clients and fitting in time for yourself.  To learn more about The Fit Fatale visit the site HERE To learn more about I Hart Nutrition visit the site HERE To learn more about Kale and Krunches visit the site HERE To connect with Samantha click HERE To connect with Jordana click HERE To connect with Marlie click HERE

On this episode Samantha chats with Mariella Katz the founder of Frenzr, a Montreal based content creation and social media agency (@frenzr). They chat about how important it is for brands to build up their branding on social media through campaigns with influencers, quality content and authentic posts. Mariella also dives into when a company should make the jump from self managed social media to an agency like Frenzr, and what kind of workshops they offer for those smaller entrepreneurs looking for guidance. To learn more about The Fit Fatale visit the site HERE To learn more about Frenzr visit the site HERE To connect with Samantha click HERE To connect with Mariella click HERE  

On this episode Samantha sits down and talks with Laura Townsend the Marketing Director of The Detox Market Canada (@thedetoxmarketcanada) on the hype behind the 'Green Beauty' and the importance of using clean products on your skin and in your body. They talk about the help of influencers in the Green Beauty market, the growth of The Detox Market Canada and what that means for Laura as the Marketing Director.  To learn more about The Fit Fatale visit the site HERE To learn more about The Detox Market Canada visit the site HERE To connect with Samantha click HERE For 10% off your order use code FITFATALE10  For the Olie Biologique Oil click HERE For the Odacite Green Ceremony Cleanser click HERE  

On this episode Samantha sits down and talks with Alessandra Salituri (@citizenatelier) the founder of Citizen Atelier on the importance of building a social presence for your brand and being a digital entrepreneur. They talk about the expectations of instagram, feeds, and the world of art through Citizen Atelier - a curated digital gallery. To learn more about The Fit Fatale visit the site HERE To learn more about Citizen Atelier visit the site HERE To connect with Samantha click HERE To connect with Alessandra click HERE For HAPPYLIGHT we speak about click HERE

Welcome to Spin, Skin and Other Addictions… a podcast by Samantha E. Cutler of The Fit Fatale. Each week Samantha, health coach and fitness blogger, takes you deeper into the world of wellness, with entrepreneurs who are building brands designed to better your life. You’ll be hearing from fitness gurus, medical specialists and influencers in the fields of health, fitness, beauty, and nutrition. This is the first intro episode of many!  To learn more about The Fit Fatale visit the site HERE To connect with Samantha click HERE