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Half Betty

Podcast Half Betty
Andrea Rathborne & Krista Gruen
Podcast founder Andrea Rathborne and the iconic Betty White share the same birth date - January 17th. In 2022, as Betty would have celebrated her 100th birthday...

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  • Sparkling Shorts and high-tops
    Meet Emma May, a lawyer-turned-entrepreneur known for her resilience and ambitious endeavors. Emma shares her journey from law to real estate, and then to founding her own clothing line Sophie Grace, aimed at providing comfortable yet stylish workwear for women. She recounts her transformative experiences, including leading a community effort to mitigate flood damage in Calgary, raising significant capital for her business, and navigating the challenges of ADHD. Emma emphasizes the importance of supportive communities, overcoming fear, and seizing opportunities as she moves into the next phase of her life. The episode concludes with Emma's plans for future adventures and reflections on living life to its fullest.Bio Emma May is a visionary entrepreneur, activist, and business leader whose career spans law, politics, real estate, and fashion. A former corporate lawyer, she has navigated the worlds of entertainment law and public service, including her role as Executive Director for the Office of the Premier in Southern Alberta under Premier Jim Prentice.Her journey is one built of courage, adaptability, commitment and ambition—falling in love with business, pivoting to balance motherhood with professional fulfillment, and continually seeking new intellectual challenges. As a real estate leader, she has played a key role in shaping Alberta’s property landscape, bringing strategic insight and bold decision-making to every venture she pursues.In 2018, Emma stood in her closet, frustrated by the lack of streamlined, elegant, mix-and-match clothes for professional women. Rather than accept the gap in the market, she created Sophie Grace, a digitally-driven fashion brand designed for busy women who want to look and feel polished, professional and comfortable with minimal effort.Emma’s work is driven by a deep understanding and compassion for the challenges modern women face—navigating careers, families, and personal aspirations. Through Sophie Grace, she continues to redefine workwear, championing simplicity, sophistication, and empowerment in every piece. And, not stopping at creating design that supports women in how they easily dress for their careers, Emma also continues to build her own second scene and path forward - in style. Linkedin Emma MayWebsite Sophie GraceInstagram Emma MaySponsor InformationVoes & CompanyWe love Voes & Co because they are the perfect mix of style, comfort, and sustainability. Designed to effortlessly complement any outfit—from casual to chic—they’re as versatile as they are timeless. Made with next-generation vegan materials, their footwear is soft, breathable, and built to last—without any cruelty. We want you to step out in style and comfort so that’s why we’ve partnered with Voes & Co to bring our listeners 50% off any pair of shoes! Please use this link to purchase https://voesandcompany.com/discount/BettyLovesVoes Ally Global FoundationChildhood is priceless—until someone puts a price on it. When sex trafficking and exploitation threaten childhood, we need to rally everyone and everything to protect it. That’s why our friends at Ally Global Foundation are building community-led solutions in Canada—to tackle root causes and educate communities. For free prevention resources for your children or school, or to support Ally in protecting childhood, visit ally.org Because every child deserves safety and freedom.Connect with usWebsite link hereInstagram link hereLinkedIn link hereFacebook link hereLeave a voicemail for ushttps://www.halfbetty.com/voicemail/Founder/Host: Andrea RathborneProducer/Co-Host: Krista GruenEditors: Andrea Rathborne & Krista GruenAudio Engineer: Ryan ClarkeEpisode sponsors: Ally Global Foundation and Voes and Company
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  • Centre Stage
    In this episode of the Half Betty Podcast, we sit down with the incredible Rhonda Roberts Smid - a powerhouse in theater, film, TV, fitness, and education. Rhonda gets real about midlife, sharing how she flipped the script from seeing it as a decline, to embracing it as a celebration. We dive into her experiences as a performer, coach, and mentor, and her passion for helping women own their midlife with confidence.She opens up about resilience, breaking free from societal expectations and why personalized care—both physical and mental—is key. Plus, her dedication to diversity and building a strong, supportive community shines through.Stick around for Rhonda’s words of wisdom and how you can connect with her. This one’s packed with inspiration!Bio Rhonda Roberts is a seasoned performer, educator, and dance adjudicator with an extensive career spanning stage and screen. She was part of the original 2000 Toronto company of The Lion King, understudying Sarabi before taking over the role of Shenzi. Her stage credits also include Beauty and the Beast, the U.S. First National Tour of Ragtime, and productions at the renowned Stratford Festival. On screen, she has appeared in The Boys (Amazon Prime), Chicago, Hairspray The Movie, and various other film and television roles.Beyond performance, Rhonda has dedicated over 35 years to teaching dance and more than 20 years to adjudicating, primarily across Canada. She has been a sought-after adjudicator for competitions nationwide and has led dance workshops throughout the country. For the past five years, she has been instructing at the University of Toronto while also choreographing and teaching at performing arts schools in Toronto, including Etobicoke School of the Arts, Mayfield Secondary School, and Canada’s National Ballet School.In 2012, she founded The Art of Balance (TAB), a studio merging dance, fitness, and holistic practices to foster well-being. Recognized as one of CanFitPro’s Top 3 Fitness Professionals in 2016, she continues to advocate for dancer health and diversity through organizations like Healthy Dancer Canada, where she chaired the BIPOC Advocacy Working Group.Rhonda holds a Sociology degree from McMaster University and a Musical Theatre diploma from Randolph College for the Performing Arts, where she earned both a full scholarship and the Triple Threat Award.Linkedin Rhonda Roberts SmidWebsite Tab Fitness Instagram Rhonda on InstagramSponsor InformationVoes & CompanyWe love Voes & Co because they are the perfect mix of style, comfort, and sustainability. Designed to effortlessly complement any outfit—from casual to chic—they’re as versatile as they are timeless. Made with next-generation vegan materials, their footwear is soft, breathable, and built to last—without any cruelty. We want you to step out in style and comfort so that’s why we’ve partnered with Voes & Co to bring our listeners 50% off any pair of shoes! Please use this link to purchase https://voesandcompany.com/discount/BettyLovesVoes Ally Global FoundationChildhood is priceless—until someone puts a price on it. When sex trafficking and exploitation threaten childhood, we need to rally everyone and everything to protect it. That’s why our friends at Ally Global Foundation are building community-led solutions in Canada—to tackle root causes and educate communities. For free prevention resources for your children or school, or to support Ally in protecting childhood, visit ally.org Because every child deserves safety and freedom.Connect with usWebsite link hereInstagram link hereLinkedIn link hereFacebook link hereLeave a voicemail for ushttps://www.halfbetty.com/voicemail/Founder/Host: Andrea RathborneProducer/Co-Host: Krista GruenEditors: Andrea Rathborne & Krista GruenAudio Engineer: Ryan ClarkeEpisode sponsors: Ally Global Foundation and Voes and Company
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  • Goosebumps and Hard Nips
    In this episode, our guest Christa Hull shares stories from her midlife journey and career transformation. She shares what it was like working with some of Vancouver’s top lifestyle brands, while also struggling with hormone changes, sleep issues, mood swings, and the grief of losing her mother suddenly. Christa talks about the moment she decided to step away from the fast-paced corporate world, choosing instead to slow down, prioritize self-care, and embrace practices including meditation, therapy, and mindful living.She also dives into her transition into entrepreneurship—building a coaching and consulting business centered on leadership and community. Recently, she teamed up with her colleague Michelle Lazar to launch a masterclass on community marketing. Throughout our conversation, Christa reflects on the power of authenticity, the importance of community, and how embracing change can lead to something even better. If you're navigating midlife shifts, this episode is full of wisdom, encouragement, inspiration and the perfect injection of laughter, just when it is needed. BioChrista is a connector, creator, leader and people alchemist. With more than two decades leading purpose-driven lifestyle brands, Christa has worked closely with founders to help fuel growth for a variety of businesses–from start-ups to global brands. She specializes in building brand love through relationship-based and experiential strategies. Christa creates ripples of impact through leadership development and community engagement, generating culture that fosters connection to self, community, and the world. Christa lives in Vancouver, Canada. with her husband and two children and is deeply inspired by the natural world. Linkedin Christa HullBusiness partner Michelle Lazar Website Community AcademyWebsite ChristaHull.comReferencesHysterical Podcast Hysterical WebsitePsychologist Dr. Julie Colwell Sponsor InformationVoes & CompanyWe love Voes & Co because they are the perfect mix of style, comfort, and sustainability. Designed to effortlessly complement any outfit—from casual to chic—they’re as versatile as they are timeless. Made with next-generation vegan materials, their footwear is soft, breathable, and built to last—without any cruelty. We want you to step out in style and comfort so that’s why we’ve partnered with Voes & Co to bring our listeners 50% off any pair of shoes! Please use this link to purchase https://voesandcompany.com/discount/BettyLovesVoes Ally Global FoundationChildhood is priceless—until someone puts a price on it. When sex trafficking and exploitation threaten childhood, we need to rally everyone and everything to protect it. That’s why our friends at Ally Global Foundation are building community-led solutions in Canada—to tackle root causes and educate communities. For free prevention resources for your children or school, or to support Ally in protecting childhood, visit ally.org Because every child deserves safety and freedom.Gather, listen, subscribe and share!Connect with usWebsite link hereInstagram link hereLinkedIn link hereFacebook link hereLeave a voicemail for ushttps://www.halfbetty.com/voicemail/Founder/Host: Andrea RathborneProducer/Co-Host: Krista GruenEditors: Andrea Rathborne & Krista GruenAudio Engineer: Ryan ClarkeEpisode sponsors: Ally Global Foundation and Voes and Company
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  • Introducing Half Betty
    Podcast founder Andrea Rathborne and the iconic Betty White share the same birth date - January 17th. In 2022, as Betty would have celebrated her 100th birthday, Andrea turned 50 - half betty’s age. This milestone sparked a powerful reflection: Betty White achieved more between 50 and 100 than in her first 50 years, suggesting that midlife is not an end but a bold, new beginning. Inspired by Betty’s legacy, Andrea saw turning 50 as the gateway to a second, even greater life chapter - one full of possibility, reimagination, and purpose.This vision gave rise to Half Betty, a bold and vibrant community where midlife women come together to feel supported, inspired, informed, and deeply valued. It’s a space where the stories of their next chapter take shape and the extraordinary potential of their second scene unfolds.Gather, listen, subscribe and share! Website: www.halfbetty.comFounder/Host: Andrea RathborneProducer/Co-Host: Krista GruenAudio recorded by: Lincoln WooEpisode 1 and Trailer courtesy of: Jar AudioPodcast mentors: Jen Moss of Jar Audio and Neil McPhedran of Podium Podcast Co.
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  • Half Betty Podcast - Trailer
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About Half Betty

Podcast founder Andrea Rathborne and the iconic Betty White share the same birth date - January 17th. In 2022, as Betty would have celebrated her 100th birthday, Andrea turned 50—Half Betty’s age. This milestone sparked a powerful reflection: Betty White achieved more between 50 and 100 than in her first 50 years, suggesting that midlife is not an end but a bold, new beginning. Inspired by Betty’s legacy, Andrea saw turning 50 as the gateway to a second, even greater life chapter - one full of possibility, reimagination, and purpose. This vision gave rise to Half Betty, a bold and vibrant community where midlife women come together to feel supported, inspired, informed, and deeply valued. It’s a space where the stories of their next chapter take shape and the extraordinary potential of their second scene unfolds.
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