City Girls Who Talk

By: Maryam Marissen
  • Summary

  • City Girls Who Talk is your essential guide to navigating the distinct health challenges of urban, professional women. Join host Maryam Marissen as she engages in conversations tackling loneliness and beyond, with thought leaders and experts offering practical solutions for better living in the city. Subscribe now for empowering insights on human connection, elevating well-being, and thriving as a woman in today's dynamic world.
    Copyright 2024 Maryam Marissen
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Episodes
  • A City Girl's Guide to Voting in BC
    Oct 10 2024

    In this episode, we’re joined by Rachael Segal, an expert in Canadian politics, to walk us through the essentials of elections in BC and Canada—perfect for newbies or anyone looking to understand the voting process.

    Rachael holds a BA in Political Science and both a Law Degree and Master’s Degree from Osgoode Hall. She also has extensive experience working in various roles on Parliament Hill. Currently, she’s with CBC’s Power and Politics and is the founder and co-host of Beyond a Ballot, where she’s inspiring city girls to engage with politics through education and media.

    Rachael will break down how voting works, explain how to cast your ballot depending on where you live, and share tips on how to research who to actually vote for. We’ll also take a look at the key differences between political parties in BC—all in a straightforward, easy-to-understand way.

    So whether you’re new to the city, Canada or just starting your political journey, this episode will give you everything you need to participate in elections.

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    25 mins
  • The Health of Our Intimacy with Dr. Lori Brotto
    Sep 12 2024

    How do we prioritize intimacy and sexual well-being in today's fast-paced world?

    In this episode, we explore this critical topic with Dr. Lori Brotto, a world-renowned expert in women's sexual health and mindfulness.

    Dr. Brotto shares her insights on the most common sexual health challenges women face, including low desire, pain during intercourse, and difficulties with orgasm.

    We also discuss how age, hormonal changes, and stress impact intimacy, and the importance of communication within relationships.

    Dr. Brotto is a Professor in the UBC Department of Obstetrics and Genecology and the Executive Director of the Women’s Health Research Institute of Canada. She has played a pivotal role in advancing research on women's sexual well-being and has been featured on Netflix’s The Principles of Pleasure and CBC’s The Big Sex Talk docuseries. She is also the author of Better Sex Through Mindfulness, a groundbreaking book that empowers women to improve intimacy and sexual satisfaction through mindfulness practices.

    Whether you're in a relationship or navigating a single life, Dr. Brotto provides advice on how to prioritize intimacy and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships with our partners and ourselves.

    Watch: https://youtu.be/FcUoKGIlYHk

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    28 mins
  • Who is running the show in your head?
    Jul 5 2024

    Ever wondered who is running the show in your head?

    In this episode, we talk with Dr. Natasha Ghosh about our love-hate relationship with our inner voice and how we can practice sustainable self-care.

    Dr. Natasha Ghosh, a Vancouver-based psychologist, TEDx speaker, and dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience, shares her tips and helpful approach to sustainable self-care. She blends conventional and complementary therapies to help us city girls navigate our inner voice and achieve deep healing.

    Visit digdeepcounselling.com and follow @digdeepcounselling on Instagram for more information.

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    20 mins

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