Pull up a mat and join Courtney and Kristy as they bring the real, unfiltered conversations from their Pilates studio straight to your ears. From product reviews and BookTok favourites to hilarious tangents and heartfelt stories & of course, hockey talk (they are Canadian). Heard @ The Barre is where midlife meets movement, laughter, and a little bit of everything in between.
Expect honest chats, a few hot takes, & plenty of moments that’ll make you feel like you’re right there in the studio.
🎙️Season 2 Episode 33: The Aging Episode: Body Changes, Bad Lighting & Being Over Adulthood
In the Season 2 finale of Heard @ The Barre, we’re talking about the realities of aging—and how your face, body, metabolism, and even your reflection can seem to change from one day to the next.
We discuss bad lighting, phone cameras, filters, jowls, necks, menopause, unexpected weight changes, body image, and the pressure to look a certain way as we get older. Courtney shares her experience of growing up as a dancer in a world where weight was constantly scrutinized, while we talk about learning to accept the changes we can’t control—and why sometimes, that is much easier said than done.
Then, because this is Heard @ The Barre, we move on to wildfire smoke, Rock the Park memories, the speed of summer, and Courtney's ongoing role as an international hockey momager trying to manage phone plans, travel, and a teenager who provides very few details.
We finish by admitting that we may be completely over being adults and would happily hand the responsibility over to someone else.
Thanks for being part of our Season 2 community. We’re so glad you’re here!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup
02:16 Self-Image and Lighting Challenges
04:12 Aging and Physical Changes
08:21 Menopause and Weight Fluctuations
12:40 Body Positivity and Realistic Expectations
16:37 Wildfires and Environmental Impact
20:55 Reflections on Aging and Society
27:44 Humour and Future Plans for the Podcast
15 Jul 2026
🎙️Season 2, Episode 32 - He Asked Me to Scratch His Back… 😳 (Our Most Chaotic Episode Yet)
Join Kristy and Courtney as they share hilarious dating stories, weekend adventures, and candid conversations about life, love, and hockey. This episode is packed with humor, relatable moments, and unexpected twists that will keep you hooked.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap
00:56 Sunfest and the Shade Garden Experience
02:00 Kristy Gets Silly Dancing at Lucy’s
02:52 The Hat and the Dancing Man
03:50 Dancing and the Black Man’s Hat
05:01 The Drinking and the Coke & McDonald's Fries
06:01 Love Island and Reality TV
06:59 Maks’ 18th Birthday and Draft Details
08:00 Maks’ Hockey Journey and Future Plans
09:03 The NHL and College Pathways
10:02 Post-Hockey Careers and Financial Planning
10:56 The Hockey List and Summer Activities
12:02 Summer Sports and the Pickleball League
12:59 The Funny Date Story with Bob
13:54 The Disastrous First Date Experience
14:53 The Conversation About Telling People About the Podcast
16:02 Future Plans and Community Engagement
17:10 Hockey and Summer Hobbies
18:02 The Boredom and New Interests
18:48 The Casual Chat and Oliver’s Distractions
19:47 Wrapping Up and Thank You Notes
Resources
Sunfest London - https://www.london.ca/events
Maks’ Draft Announcement - https://www.nhl.com/flyers/news/flyers-select-maksim-sokolovskii-with-27th-overall-pick-in-the-2026-nhl-draft
NIL Funding in College Sports - https://www.espn.com/college-sports/story/_/id/41040485/what-nil-college-sports-how-do-athlete-deals-work
Love Island TV Show - https://www.itv.com/show/love-island
Hockey Pathways and Development - https://www.nhl.com
Pickleball League Info - https://www.pickleball.com
8 Jul 2026
🎙️Season 2, Episode 31 - The Surprising Truth About Love Island and Dating Apps
Join Kristy and Courtney as they chat about their week, the quirks of dating apps, reality TV insights, and the impact of AI on daily life. This episode offers a mix of personal stories, industry observations, and humorous banter that keeps listeners engaged and informed.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Dynamics
02:07 Courtney's Busy Week and Scheduling Challenges
03:59 Teaching and Class Management Insights
05:59 Personal Reflections on Work-Life Balance
07:59 Love Island Discussion: Reality TV as a Social Experiment
12:02 Analyzing Relationships on Love Island
15:56 Manifestation and Personal Growth Insights
21:35 Navigating Hopes and Disappointments
24:08 The Impact of Social Media on Expectations
25:51 Algorithms and Their Influence
26:53 AI: Friend or Foe?
31:00 The Loss of Traditional Skills
35:00 Nostalgia for Step Classes
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
244
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Spotify
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 44 / 100
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Quality
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Social presence
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YouTube
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Engagement
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