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The Shit Stick of Life

The Shit Stick of Life is a podcast about people who have used the proverbial shit stick of life to launch into vibrant, fulfilling, and meaningful next chapters. It’s about how we come back; from failure to betrayal, and move through tragedy and loss. Each episode will feature honest, inspiring conversations about resilience. Podcast host and re-visionary Kortney Wilson knows a thing or two about reinventing herself. She"s been an actress (ironically, on the soap opera One Life to Live), a signed

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Sangita Patel: The Fight Beyond the Spotlight | Shit...

The Shit Stick of Life ·

2025/11/13

This week, Kortney sits down with the incredible Sangita Patel for a raw and deeply personal conversation about resilience, reinvention, and finding joy even when life hands you the hard stuff. Sangita is a powerhouse in every sense of the word, an engineer turned television host, the face of CoverGirl, a mom, a wife, and a fierce human being.Sangita opens up about her recent cancer diagnosis and what that “shit stick of life” season looked like, the fear, the perspective shifts, and the clarity

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1:02:20

Annalie Howling: Finding Freedom, The Liberation...

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2025/11/06

DISCLAIMER: This episode contains explicit content and language.Kortney welcomes Annalie Howling, world-renowned performance coach, trauma specialist, and author, to The Shit Stick of Life. With over 20 years of experience guiding high-performers, Annalie brings both expertise and vulnerability to this candid conversation.Together, Kortney and Annalie open up about their own shared experiences with estranged families and divorce. Kortney takes listeners through some of Annalie’s most powerful

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45:13

Kelly Putty: An Ordinary Hero, An Unthinkable Story...

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2025/10/30

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussion of sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised.RESOURCES:Canada https://findahelpline.com/countries/ca/topics/sexual-abuseUS https://rainn.org/Last week on The Shit Stick of Life, Kortney sat down with her dear friend Kelly Putty to share the first part of her powerful journey, from a traumatic experience at 16 to her path of healing and faith.In this week’s Part 2, we dive deeper into the incredible life Kelly has built from those experiences

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Kelly Putty: An Ordinary Hero, An Unthinkable Story...

The Shit Stick of Life ·

2025/10/23

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussion of sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised.RESOURCES:Canada https://findahelpline.com/countries/ca/topics/sexual-abuseUS https://rainn.org/This week on The Shit Stick of Life, Kortney sits down with her dear friend Kelly Putty, co-founder of Ordinary Hero and Nine Pines Retreat with her husband, Shane Putty. Kelly’s heart for service and healing was forged in the most difficult of circumstances.At just 16 years old, Kelly endured a traumatic

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Jen Hatmaker: Wide Awake, Finding Ourselves Again |...

The Shit Stick of Life ·

2025/10/16

In this episode of The Shit Stick of Life, Kortney sits down with author, speaker, and truth-teller Jen Hatmaker for a conversation that’s real and raw. The two connect over their shared experiences with divorce, navigating major life lows, and finding themselves again on the other side.Jen opens up about her new book, Awake, which explores what it means to stay open-hearted when life blows up, and how she found purpose, peace, and joy through the wreckage. Kortney and Jen reflect on the power of

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Ryan Vella: Picking Up the Pieces

The Shit Stick of Life ·

2025/10/09

The first guest on Season 2 of the Shit Stick of Life is very special. It's Kortney’s husband, Ryan Vella. For the first time, Ryan steps into the guest seat to open up about his life, his love story with Kortney, and what it’s been like to navigate challenges together as a couple. In this honest and heartfelt episode, they share how they first met, their very unique story, more about the “mystery man” Ryan Vella, and their experiences facing some of the toughest struggles as a couple. Get to know

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34:00

Solo Episode: Behind the Highlight Reel

The Shit Stick of Life ·

2025/10/02

Welcome back to The Shit Stick of Life with Kortney Wilson! Season 2 kicks off with a raw, unfiltered look at what Kortney’s summer really looked like, beyond the social media highlights. From unforgettable travels, to vagina therapy, to a moment that ended at the police station with a catheter, Kortney holds nothing back. She also dives into fan questions, offering honesty, humor, and heart. This season is all about embracing life’s messiness, finding strength in vulnerability, and remembering

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49:08

Dr. Carlen Costa: Understanding Trauma & PTSD

The Shit Stick of Life ·

2025/06/26

Disclaimer: This conversation discusses PTSD and touches on the use of psychedelic-assisted therapy.On the last episode of season one, host Kortney Wilson welcomes Dr. Carlen Costa to help navigate recent trauma and PTSD symptoms she’s been experiencing. Kortney and Carlen delve into the complexities of PTSD, exploring its symptoms, the healing process, and the transformative power of therapy. The conversation also touches on the emerging field of psychedelic therapy, examining its potential

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47:39

Drag Superstar Jaylene Tyme: Two-Spirit Pride

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2025/06/12

Host Kortney Wilson interviews Jaylene Tyme, an indigenous Two Spirit trans woman and the second oldest contestant on Drag Race. Jaylene discusses her background as a 60s scoop survivor, her journey to sobriety, and her work in the LGBTQIA2S+ community. She emphasizes the importance of Two-Spirit culture and her efforts to create safe spaces, including healing circles in maximum-security prisons. Jaylene also shares her experiences with drag, her advocacy for gender-affirming care, and her personal

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63:30

Forest Blakk: Sing Your Way Out of Hell

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2025/05/29

*Episode Disclaimer* This episode discusses suicide and may be triggering for some listeners.Host Kortney Wilson welcomes friend and musician Forest Blakk to the podcast for a heartfelt discussion about everything from his troubling childhood and his experience with homelessness, to the healing power of music and his love for songwriting. He reflects on the defining moments that led him to pursue music, the significance of hope, the impacts of money and success, and the lessons learned from

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62:38

Caitlin Green: The Gift of Motherhood

The Shit Stick of Life ·

2025/05/15

Episode Disclaimer: This episode touches on the loss of a child following pregnancy and may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.Host Kortney Wilson interviews Toronto Media Personality Caitlin Green, a former radio host and lifelong pop culture and reality tv enthusiast. Caitlin shared her initial reluctance to have children, and the unexpected pregnancy of her son Sam. Sam was born at full term but passed away six hours later due to a fetal-maternal hemorrhage

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50:21

Sex, Snacks, and Sanity; Three Moms, No Filter

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2025/05/01

Episode Disclaimer:This episode briefly touches on mushrooms and microdosing. It is in not meant to be taken as professional or medical advice. Ahead of Mother’s Day, host Kortney Wilson welcomes back popular guests, friends and mothers, Mel and Ashley. They explore motherhood from a variety of angles, from how relationships and family dynamics change over time, to intimacy, dating later in life, and the complexities of step-parenting. They reflect on the lessons learned from their mothers,

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50:41

Maryam Monsef: The Political Spotlight

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2025/04/17

Host Kortney Wilson welcomes Maryam Monsef to the studio in Toronto for a conversation about coming to Canada as an Afghan refugee and becoming a Canadian politician. From being born in Iran to becoming the first and only Afghan woman in Canadian Parliament (for now, April 17th, 2025), Maryam shares her journey. She discusses her family's struggles, including her father's death and her mother's resilience. Maryam recounts her political career, including her first mayoral campaign and her election to

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56:23

Live with Lindsay Ell

The Shit Stick of Life ·

2025/04/03

In celebration of International Women’s Day, Kortney Wilson recorded with a live audience in Toronto with special guest, award-winning artist Lindsay Ell. The two television personalities and musicians share their journeys from Canada to Nashville, reflecting on both the milestones and the challenges they have faced in the spotlight. Kortney speaks to Lindsay about overcoming her eating disorder, body image, hosting Canada’s Got Talent, and her latest EP was born out of radical self-love. They also

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42:36

Ask Me Anything First Edition

The Shit Stick of Life ·

2025/03/20

Host Kortney Wilson hosts her first ‘Ask Me Anything’ episode with the help of producer Sarah, answering audience questions and sharing insights on personal growth, coping with anxiety, and setting boundaries. She reflects on her journey post-divorce, her thoughts on family dynamics, labels in shaping identity, balancing multiple careers, and authenticity in social media. Kortney and Sarah also discuss the challenges of letting go of people-pleasing tendencies, navigating complex relationships, and

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38:55

Justin McIntosh: It All Started With a Cease & Desist

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2025/03/06

Host Kortney Wilson interviews Justin McIntosh, an artist manager known for his work with Reba McIntyre and Kristin Chenoweth. Justin shares his humble beginnings from growing up on a farm in West Tennessee to becoming a key player in the Nashville music scene. He discusses his early passion for music, the challenges he faced, and the pivotal moments that led him to work with some of the biggest names in country music. He shares his story of falling in love while disconnecting from his family and

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42:46

Chosen Family: My Girlfriends

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2025/02/20

Host Kortney Wilson invites two of her best friends for a heartfelt conversation about the importance of friendship in navigating life’s challenges, especially without the support of her parents and siblings. Calling them her chosen family, Ashley Boyd and Melodie Madden-Adams share personal stories and insights on how friendships evolve over time, the significance of honesty and boundaries, and the complexities of making friends as adults. The discussion also touches on the dynamics of male

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32:02

Why Now?

The Shit Stick of Life ·

2025/02/06

After shaking off some nerves about her first episode, host Kortney Wilson tells listeners why she feels ready to share her story after a number of personal challenges. She reflects back on her journey from a young aspiring singer moving from Canada to Nashville with big dreams, to navigating the complexities of life as a public figure, including marriage, motherhood, and the challenges of divorce. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity, resilience, and the healing power of sharing one's

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44:46

Fartumo Kusow: A Mother's Strength

The Shit Stick of Life ·

2025/02/06

Host Kortney Wilson speaks with Fartumo Kusow, a mother who bravely shares her harrowing journey of fleeing war-torn Somalia, raising her children in Canada, and ultimately facing the tragic loss of her daughter to intimate partner violence. They discuss the signs of abuse, and the emotional turmoil of a mother trying to protect her child from a manipulative partner. Through her advocacy, Fartumo aims to raise awareness about intimate partner violence and the importance of support systems for those

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The Shit Stick of Life Trailer

The Shit Stick of Life ·

2024/12/31

Welcome to the Shit Stick of Life Podcast!Eventually, we all get hit with the so-called “shit stick” of life. Sometimes, the circumstances bring us to our knees, causing us to question not only how—but if—we can keep going. The Shit Stick of Life is a podcast about people who have used the proverbial shit stick of life to pole vault into vibrant, fulfilling, and meaningful next chapters. It’s about how we come back; from failure to betrayal, and move through tragedy and loss. Each episode will

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