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The Liquid Courage Podcast

Want to laugh and feel inspired? Dying for insider tips on how to thrive in the Canadian entertainment industry? This award-winning podcast brings you candid chats with the folks making Canada’s entertainment industry buzz—the wins, the struggles, and the lessons that can help you navigate and succeed. With the help of a little liquid courage, host Amanda Pereira asks the questions we’re all dying to know. Because thriving together feels better. New episodes every other Wednesday!

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Ep. 44 - Bianca Alongi

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2022/10/05

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some Lisbon By Night red wine with actor, voice actor, and comedian Bianca Alongi to discuss voice acting for animation, struggles with being a people pleaser, and how performing has affected her relationship with various aspects of her body. Bianca Alongi started her career as a dancer working on productions with Norwegian Cruise line and performing in live shows throughout the UK. After discovering her love of performing improv, Bianca was accepted into the Second

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Ep. 43 - Tyra Sweet

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2022/09/21

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some vodka crans with a splash of Sprite with actor, writer, and host Tyra Sweet to discuss how she got into hosting, reconciling her adult self after hosting for kids television, and navigating her queer and biracial identity in the entertainment world (and life!). Tyra is a graduate of The Second City Conservatory and of the BIPOC TV & Film Kids TV Writing Bootcamp taught by John May and mentored by Aron Dunn. Probably best known for her work in kids

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Ep. 42 - Chelsea Larkin

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2022/09/07

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some Magner’s cider with actor, comedian Chelsea Larkin to discuss growing up as a twin, fatphobia in casting, and creating her solo show The Chels Stands Alone. Chelsea is an actress, comedian, writer and singer, and a staple in the Toronto comedy community. Some of her favourite credits recently include The Second City, Beerprov at Sea (MSC Cruises), and JFL42 New Faces: Characters. At the Toronto Fringe Festival this year, Chelsea debuted her solo show The Chels

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Ep. 41 - Shannon Burns

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2022/08/24

In today’s episode, Amanda drinks some beer with radio host Shannon Burns to discuss her love of pop culture, why Oprah means so much to her, and her journey coming out. Shannon is a radio show host based out of Toronto. She currently hosts the midday show on Virgin Radio and is an Entertainment Contributor for iHeartRadio Canada. She has interviewed a ton of the top musical artists like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Katy Perry, Megan Trainer, Sam Smith and Miley Cyrus! Alongside friend Paulina Nicole,

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Ep. 40 - Alix Kazman

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2021/12/02

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down over some cannabis tea with agent and manager Alix Kazman (Fountainhead Talent) to discuss misconceptions about being an agent, scary movie recommendations, and an allergic reaction that changed her career path. After studying theatre at Dalhousie University, Alix decided performing was not for her, but she still loved the entertainment industry. She worked in make-up and special effects for 7 years until she woke up one morning with a severe allergic reaction

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Ep. 39 - Shohana Sharmin

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2021/11/18

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down over some Red Stripe Jamaican beer with writer and comedian Shohana Sharmin (Finders Grievers, Dead Parents Society) to discuss the pressure to stay relevant, toxic positivity and her podcast Finders Grievers. Shohana is an alumnae of Buddies in Bad Times Theatre’s Emerging Creators Unit and was a receipt of their 2020 Queer Emerging Artists Award. She is also an alumna of the Second City’s Improv and Longform Conservatories and a former Featured Player at the

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Ep. 38 - Kristy LaPointe

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2021/11/03

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down over some dirty vodka martinis (thanks Tito’s!) with screenwriter, actor Kristy LaPointe (Yoga 101, Let’s Do This, Spilling Eve) to discuss puns, the entertainment industry’s obsession with youth, and the writing process. Kristy is the writer and star behind CBC Comedy’s comedy series Yoga 101 available to watch at cbc.ca. Her first feature screenplay Let’s Do This, which she co-wrote alongside her husband Chris, was selected for the Breaking Through the Lens

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Ep. 37 - Rakhee Morzaria

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2021/10/20

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down over some oat milk chai lattes coke with actor, comedian Rakhee Morzaria (What We Do In The Shadows, Note To Self, Run The Burbs) to discuss hustling vs. hustle culture, the creative process, and how fucked up adolescence can be! Rakhee is the creator behind the digital series Note to Self which was nominated by both the Canadian Screen Awards and the Canadian Comedy Awards, and is currently available for stream on CBC Comedy. You can catch Rakhee performing in

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Ep. 36 - Courtney Gilmour

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2021/10/06

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down over some Malibu rum and coke with comedian Courtney Gilmour (Just for Laughs, LOL Network, Humour Resources) to discuss her experience on the road performing stand-up, her podcast Rated Ex, and we play Marry-Fuck-Kill-Date with Twilight’s Bella and Edward and Fifty Shades of Gray’s Anna and Christian. Courtney was featured in the JFL42 festival 2 years in a row, she won the JFL Homegrown festival earning her the opportunity to film her comedy set for Kevin

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Ep. 35 - Aba Amuquandoh

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2021/09/22

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down over some Prosecco with actor, writer, and comedian Aba Amuquandoh (This Hour Has 22 Minutes, Nostalgique) to discuss being the youngest cast member on This House Has 22 Minutes, how important it is to brag about yourself, oh, and we fan girl over New Girl. On-screen you can see Aba in CBC’s award-winning This Hour Has 22 Minutes - as the youngest cast member ever! She is a part of Toronto’s sketch comedy ensemble The Sketchersons as well as the Untitled Black

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Ep. 34 - Perrie Voss

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2021/08/11

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down over some Sauvignon Blanc by Oyster Bay with actor, editor, filmmaker Perrie Voss (Avocado Toast, Letters to Satan Claus, The Boys) to discuss creating the series Avocado Toast, what it was like coming out later in life, and a LOT about #Boundaries. From acting to editing screenwriting, Perrie is a multi-award winning artist who wears many hats. You can see her acting on-screen in Season 2 of The Boys, as Cookie Winters in Letters to Satan Claus, and in the

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Ep. 33 - Nkasi Ogbonnah

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2021/07/29

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down over some triple chocolate milk stout by Flying Monkeys with actor, writer, and wannabe astronaut Nkasi Ogbonnah (The Second City, Untitled Black Sketch Project, 1623) to discuss the best long-lasting lipsticks, what a gift it is to safely hold an audience in uncomfortable moments, and (of course) space! Nkasi is a Second City mainstage alumni and a member of the 2020 Sketch Comedy Project Fund recipient Untitled Black Sketch, Canada’s first all-Black sketch

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Ep. 32 - Natasha Negovanlis

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2021/07/14

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down over some ginger Kombucha with actor, writer, producer, and host Natasha Negovanlis (Carmila, CLAIREvoyant, Freelancers Anonymous) to discuss jealousy, how to pronounce kombucha, and the pressure to brand yourself. Natasha is a Canadian Screen award-winning actress, best known for her role as the broody vampire Carmilla in the hit series Carmilla. She is the former face of the KindaTV network, and the co-creator and star of NYC Web Fest award-winning comedy

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Ep. 31 - Alia Rasul

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2021/06/30

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down over some Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon by J. Lohr Seven Oaks with artist Alia Rasul (Tita Collective, Super Important Filipina Thoughts) to discuss setting boundaries, excel spreadsheets, and abundance thinking vs. scarcity thinking. Alia is a Canadian Comedy Award nominated writer and performer, a founding member of the award-winning Tita Collective and this year she debuted her first published book of poetry Super Important Filipina Thoughts currently

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Season 2 Trailer!

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2021/06/26

We're back baby!!! Season 2 of the Liquid Courage Podcast starts Wednesday June 30th and I'm SO excited to share it with you! Lots has happened since Season 1, including the show being nominated FOUR TIMES by the Canadian Podcast Awards and the podcast is launching it's own Patreon!!!!! So check out the Liquid Courage Podcast on Patreon & get ready for a fabulous season to come :) Cheers! Amanda Pereira (She/Her) www.LiquidCouragePodcast.com Instagram @LiquidCouragePodcast Twitter

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Bonus Episode: Looking Back on Season 1 with Dustin...

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2020/12/10

In today’s bonus episode, Amanda sits down over some bubbly champagne with comedian, creator, and friend Dustin George as he asks her about creating Season 1 of The Liquid Courage Podcast and putting it out into the world. They chat why it took her so long to get started, what she’s learned after 30 episodes, and just how much booze she has left over in her apartment. A thoughtful, reflective celebration of the first 30 episodes, and an ode to the many more to come! Thank you to everyone who

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Ep. 30 - Ashley Comeau

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2020/11/26

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down over some Vespers with Bisexual actor, writer, director, producer, and activist Ashley Comeau (She The People, The Boyz, Odd Squad) to discuss her fascination with death, career-altering advice she got from Paul Feig, and what’s surprised her most about working in the entertainment industry. Ashley is a Second City mainstage alumnae, a member of the all-female, award-winning She The People cast, and performs internationally with her sketch and improv troupe Lusty

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Ep. 29 - Aurora Browne

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2020/11/18

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down and get high (shout out legal weed!) with actor, writer, improvisor, producer Aurora Browne (Baroness Von Sketch Show, Newborns Moms, The Writer’s Block) to discuss how she knows when a set was hot, bits of Canadian history, and deciding Season 5 would be the final one for Baroness Von Sketch Show. You may know Aurora best from the award-winning series Baroness Von Sketch Show, which she created and stars in alongside Carolyn Taylor, Meredith MacNeil, and

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Ep. 28 - Sean Taylor

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2020/11/12

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down over some fire ciders with creator and body-positivity advocate Sean Taylor to discuss her experience on Netflix’s the Circle, S.A.D. lamps, and how to ethically enjoy reality TV. Sean is a creator and body-positivity advocate currently residing in New York City. She has worked in fashion as both a plus-size fashion blogger and social media manager, and now creates her own content across her various online platforms. Sean was also a contestant on Netflix’s hit

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Ep. 27 - Alexandra Gater

The Liquid Courage Podcast ·

2020/11/04

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down over some gin and tonics with Home Décor YouTuber Alexandra Gater to discuss imposter syndrome, starting her own business after being let go from Chatelaine magazine, and how to make your space reflect your personality. While working as the Home Editor for Canada’s iconic women’s lifestyle magazine Chatelaine, Alexandra created the YouTube series The Home Primp which focused on showing viewers how to make small spaces functional and beautiful on a budget. The

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