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This week, soon-to-be registered dietitian Constance Weissmuller (@constancelyeating) joined me to discuss what being healthy really means. We talked diet culture, Health At Every Size, intuitive eating, and joyful movement. Other topics included body positivity, learning to trust your hunger, and recovering from disordered eating. Connie also shared some tips for shutting down fatphobic rhetoric and avoiding fake nutrition news! Connie's blog: http://constancelyeating.com/ Connie's recommendations: Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole Health At Every Size by Linda Bacon https://www.sizediversityandhealth.org/ Follow me @candicepye. Follow the show @galchatpod. Support the show: patreon.com/galchatpod MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 Contact us: galchatpod@gmail.com Submit anonymous advice questions: upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

We’re back after another mini hiatus! This time, I’m missing four teeth. In our second advice-only episode, Gabrielle Vendette (@gabriellevendette) and Mia Anhoury (@mia_anhoury) returned to chat with me about open relationships, baby fever, and dating people who are older than us. Other talking points included bisexuality and choosing the right gift to give your partner. We also answered questions like, “Is it important to tell your partner you’re a virgin?” and “How can you get out of your head and go with the flow?” Follow me @candicepye. Follow the show @galchatpod. Support the show: patreon.com/galchatpod MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 Contact us: galchatpod@gmail.com Submit anonymous advice questions: upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

YA Podcast host Teffer Adjemian (@tefferbear) returned this week for her third pregnancy-related episode! In this one, we discussed how she’s doing three months after giving birth. Talking points included her 40-day rest, breastfeeding, belly binding, and listening to your body. We also chatted about PPD, dealing with eating disorders postpartum, and how perfect baby Toby is. Follow me @candicepye. Follow the show @galchatpod. Support the show: patreon.com/galchatpod MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 Contact us: galchatpod@gmail.com Submit anonymous advice questions: upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

This week, Montreal-based artist Magi Merlin joined me in the studio to talk about her journey as a singer/songwriter and the current state of the music industry. We talked creepy male producers, double standards, cultural appropriation, and the Grammy Awards. We also answered questions like, “Is there still a place for apolitical artists?” and “When does fake tan become blackface?” Follow me @candicepye. Follow the show @galchatpod. Support the show: patreon.com/galchatpod MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 Contact us: galchatpod@gmail.com Submit anonymous advice questions: upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

After a short (read: ridiculously long) hiatus, we’re back! In this episode, friend of the show Elaine Genest joined me for a Valentine’s Day extravaganza! Following a brief explanation of my mild existential crisis, we discussed how to actually talk to people, how to feel sexy, how to be a good wing person, and how to date while working night shifts. Other talking points included orgasms, pegging, and dental dams. Also - Elaine doesn’t know who Steve Urkel is??? Follow me @candicepye. Follow the show @galchatpod. Support the show: patreon.com/galchatpod MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 Contact us: galchatpod@gmail.com Submit anonymous advice questions: upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

Producer Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai) and YA Podcast host Teffer Adjemian (@TefferBear) had a baby! His name is Tobias and he’s perfect. This week we talked about how rad midwives can be, how much Tom hates hospitals, how much of a badass Teffer is, how scared I am of giving birth, and how wonderful having a newborn is. We also got super emotional and everyone cried (except Toby, because he’s the best podcast baby in the world). Follow me @candicepye. Follow the show @galchatpod. Support the show: patreon.com/galchatpod MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 Contact us: galchatpod@gmail.com Submit anonymous advice questions: upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

Our original show format kind of went out the window this week! Instead, we interviewed an expert about women in the world of wrestling. Can guys hit girls? Can fighting in your underwear be empowering? In this episode, we break down the past, present, and future of WWE. Follow Will on twitter @marksoutof100! Follow me @candicepye. Follow the show @galchatpod. Support the show: patreon.com/galchatpod MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 Contact us: galchatpod@gmail.com Submit anonymous advice questions: upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

Tim Sutton (@FlamingButtWind) joined me this week to record an extra freaky episode! We chatted about his work on the YouTube horror web series Marble Hornets and the LGBTQ+ following it’s gathered. We also discussed whether or not Twin Peaks is misogynistic, sexism in nerd culture, the new female lead of Doctor Who, Halloween’s box office success, and finished off with some spooky dating advice. Follow me @candicepye. Follow the show @galchatpod. Support the show: patreon.com/galchatpod MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 Contact us: galchatpod@gmail.com Submit anonymous advice questions: upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

Gabrielle Vendette and Elaine Genest returned for another chatty episode! This week, we talked about reviewing our sexual encounters on Snapchat, being friends with exes, the Trump administration wanting to revoke civil rights protections from trans people, Meghan Markle’s pregnancy, long distance relationships, and STI disclosure. Follow me @candicepye. Follow the show @galchatpod. Support the show: patreon.com/galchatpod NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 Contact us: galchatpod@gmail.com Submit anonymous advice questions: upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

My sweet friend and creator of Skin Poetry Despina Daniilidis joined me in the studio this week to discuss the ins and outs of being an artist, creator, and influencer. We answered questions like, “What’s the difference between creating a brand and making art?” and “Do you have to call yourself a feminist to be one?”. We also talked about Taylor Swift’s place in politics, how much we loved A Star Is Born, and how sexy Drake is. Most importantly, Despina gave me her best skin care secrets! Follow Despina @desseydoll! Follow me @candicepye. Follow the show @galchatpod. Support the show: patreon.com/galchatpod NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 Contact us: galchatpod@gmail.com Submit anonymous advice questions: upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

My producer, editor, & dear friend Tom Zalatnai hopped on the pod this week! We talked about his podcasts, The Upford Network, and the origins of Gal Chat. We also dove into his relationships with feminism, the Church, and fatherhood. After ranting about how terrible we were in high school and how much we hate the new CAQ government already, we finished off by answering an advice question about threesomes. Follow Tom @tomzalatnai. Follow me @candicepye. Follow the show @galchatpod. Support the show: patreon.com/galchatpod NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/3284109-gal-chat Contact us: galchatpod@gmail.com Submit anonymous advice questions: upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

The girl gang finally got to sit down and record an episode together! Gabrielle Vendette and Elaine Genest returned, and Mia Anhoury made her Gal Chat debut. In this sleepy morning episode, we talked about our caffeine habits, social media, Brett Kavanaugh, and whether or not we ghost people. We also tried to answer important questions like, “Do you need closure to move on?” and “Is there a way to send nudes safely?” Follow my guests @GabyVendette, @egenste, @mia_anhoury. Follow me @candicepye. Follow the show @galchatpod. Support the show: patreon.com/galchatpod Contact us: galchatpod@gmail.com Submit anonymous advice questions: upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

For this week’s episode, journalism student and CBC Montreal intern Franca Mignacca joined me in the studio to explain how she balances self-care with her life as a workaholic. We talked about fibromyalgia and mental illness, sexism in the field of journalism, the upcoming Quebec Provincial General Election, and give some advice for someone who's worried about being attracted to other people while in a relationship! Follow Franca @FrancaMignacca. Franca’s article: https://thelinknewspaper.ca/article/my-fibromyalgia-doesnt-define-me Follow me @candicepye. Follow the show @galchatpod. Support the show: patreon.com/galchatpod Contact us: galchatpod@gmail.com Submit anonymous advice questions: upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

In this episode, one of my best friends Erin Dunlop and I talked about how important representation is. We listed off some of our favourite female characters, talked about my obsession with true crime, and gave long distance relationship advice. Support the Show! Patreon.com/galchatpod Follow the show @galchatpod. Suggest a topic or ask an advice question at galchatpod@gmail.com. Anonymous Questions: https://upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

Friend of the show Gabrielle Vendette returned this week for another round table episode! This time, we added our friend Dustin Kagan-Fleming into the mix. We all chatted about our individual struggles with mental illness, our thoughts on the Canadian education system, and— as usual— we finished off with some dating advice. Follow my guests @GabyVendette & @DustinKFleming. Support the Show! Patreon.com/galchatpod Follow the show @galchatpod. Suggest a topic or ask an advice question at galchatpod@gmail.com. Anonymous Questions: https://upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

Three of my best friends hopped on the show this week to help me fix my Tinder profile and tell me why I'm bad at dating. Then we dove into clubbing culture and sex parties, and explain why Louis C.K. and Betsy DeVos both suck. We also answer questions like, "Is being drunk a valid defence for sexual assault?" and, "How does one talk to their partner about sexual health?" Follow my guests @GabyVendette, @egenste, @MatthewCoyte16. Support the Show! Patreon.com/galchatpod Follow the show @galchatpod. Suggest a topic or ask an advice question at galchatpod@gmail.com. Anonymous Questions: https://upfordnetwork.com/galchat Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

YA Podcast host and friend of the show Hannah Bailey (@TheBailzasaurus) joins me in this episode. We tackle questions like, "Does wearing makeup make you a bad feminist?” and "What do you do when the guy you're hooking up with is only using you for your body?”. We also try things like explaining US politics and remembering how to say “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society” without f*cking it up. Follow the show @galchatpod. Suggest a topic or ask an advice question at galchatpod@gmail.com. Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork

Uh oh - it’s our first ever episode! In this one, I thank a ridiculously long list of Indiegogo donors who helped us get this show on the road. Also, YA Podcast host and Producer Tom’s partner Teffer Adjemian (@tefferbear) joins me to discuss pregnancy woes, body positivity, self-care, female abusers, and…threesomes? Follow the show on Twitter @galchatpod and Candice @candicepye! Suggest a topic or ask an advice question at galchatpod@gmail.com. Produced and edited by Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai). Music by Sara Shields / Artemisia (@artemisiamusicofficial). Cover art by Kayleigh Valentine (@kaylvalentinee). www.upfordnetwork.com @upfordnetwork