This week, your favourite Freelancers are dropping the first of four snack-sized episodes…because sometimes you just need a quick hit of business wisdom (bizdom?) without the full meal deal.

Today’s topic? Automation, AKA: “Let the robots do it so you can stop losing your mind.”
Free up your time and energy for the important stuff, like chasing that next big payday or spiraling about why Netflix keeps cancelling your comfort shows.

Small biz owners are the ultimate jugglers – CEO, IT, customer service, coffee runner – all before lunch! These automation tips won’t solve everything, but they’ll make that hat collection a little lighter. Take a beat, figure out where automation fits in your workflow, and watch your business (and stress levels) thank you.

Your favourite freelancers are back, but only just. Why? Because they’ve been living that out of office life, baby! But now they have thoughts. (Can’t you smell the smoke?)

Sean and Michelle have both returned from vacation, and let’s just say the vibes were immaculate…until reality hit. Where did the time go? Why can’t vacation be a full-time job? And who, exactly, is better at unplugging from work? (Surprise, it’s not Sean.)

From packing up the laptop (or not) to resisting the urge to “just check in,” they’re dishing on how small biz owners can take time off without everything falling apart. Whether you’re flying solo or juggling a team, they have some tips to help you actually enjoy your time away, and a few tricks to help set yourself up for a smoother re-entry upon your return.

Let’s be real: you deserve a break, and you CAN step away. Your business (and your brain) will thank you.

This week’s pour is Reinhart’s Strong Apple Cider, a tasty back-to-basics offering from Stayner, Ontario!

That’s Sean. That’s Michelle. And honey, this week we’re flipping the script.

Your favourite freelance duo is pressing pause on the biz talk and chatting about their ultimate podcast obsessions. Because guess what? Entrepreneurs don’t hustle all the time. Sometimes we binge like the rest of you.

Michelle? She’s a podcast queen. Editing photos? Working in the studio? Folding laundry like a domestic goddess? You know she’s got a true crime podcast blasting in the background. (So maybe don’t get on her bad side.)

Sean? He’s not quite as addicted (Spotify receipts say he listens to less than half as much as Michelle). But when he does tune in, he goes from murder mysteries to deep dives in history to completely unhinged nonsense. Basically, he’s Shrek; the boy got layers.

So go ahead, mute that Zoom call, pretend you're “working,” and let us drop some podcast recs that’ll have you hooked faster than a Netflix docuseries with a wild twist. It’s time to get Podfluenced.

This week’s pour is the delicious, thirst-quenching Apple & Cherry cider from Collective Arts, coming at you from Hamilton, Ontario!

Things are heating up in the Freelance AF studio this week, and not just because we’re talking to the founder of RimJobs and Meat Rub Co. (Yes, you read that right. And yes, we giggled too.)

We’re joined by the spicy legend himself, Matt Hammond, who dishes on building a bold AF solo business from the ground up, one that’s just as flavour-packed as it is brand-forward. From cooking memories growing up to the convo that sparked a whole range of rimmers and rubs, Matt spills it all.

We cover everything from how to (*ahem*) properly core a pepper (NSFW alert) to the solid support network for foodpreneurs in London. And the biggest takeaway? Going all-in on bold choices can often bring seriously spicy results.

So grab yourself a Caesar, prepare for some snort-laughs, and remember: always lick the rim clean.

This week’s pour is Apple Water, a non-alcoholic cider from Shale Ridge Estate Winery and Cidery in Thedford, Ontario!

Something’s feeling a little off in the Freelance AF studio this week…and spoiler alert, it’s Imposter Syndrome, that shady little voice in your head telling you you’re not good enough (rude!).

This week, Sean and Michelle are dragging that sneaky gremlin into the spotlight and calling it out for the lying little liar it is. From everyday self-doubt to full-blown fraud feelings, your hosts get real AF about how Imposter Syndrome has crept into their own lives, and why it needs to STFU.

They’re dishing on where this mess comes from, how it shows up in all its annoying forms, and how to kick it to the curb when it’s killing your vibe.

And don’t worry, we’re still bringing the chaos you know and love, including a surprisingly passionate tangent about Allen’s Apple Juice (yes, in the can, obviously), plus sound effects that honestly deserve their own award.

You’ll laugh, you’ll relate, you’ll maybe side-eye your inner critic; it’s Freelance AF, baby.

This week’s pour is Twin Pines Orchard’s award-winning Hammer Bent Red Cider, from Thedford, Ontario!

Hope you're hungry, because this episode is baked to perfection!

This week, your fave podcast duo is serving up something extra sweet with Karna Brennan of the oh-so-fabulous Brennan Baking Co. Karna’s spilling the (brown) sugar on baking the treats people actually crave, sharing family recipes, and finding that cozy, magical joy in homemade pies. We’re also getting into the juicy stuff, like hitting the sweet spot in business growth, the perks of being your own boss, and why there’s truly no place like home (especially if it smells like cookies).

Oh, and did we mention? Karna brought the baked goods. And Sean, being the overachiever he is, paired them with cider. Four of ‘em, to be exact! As Michelle wisely puts it, the way to our hearts is through our stomachs...so basically, we’re in a committed relationship now.

This special episode features the following totally drool-worthy Ontario ciders - Thornbury Craft's Wild Blueberry and Elderflower Cider, Heeman's Cellar's Strawberry Rhubarb Cider, Lost Craft's Apple Cider, and Shale Ridge Estate Winery and Cidery's Peach Apple Cider!

O Canadaaaa… you better believe we’re celebrating!

It’s Canada Day, and your favourite Freelancers are raising a glass (not a double-double) to the Great White North with a proudly semi-accurate dive into some fun Canadian business facts! From oddly American-sounding company names to a shocking number of world-changing inventions, we’re spilling the maple tea on what makes our biz scene so iconic.

Regardless of our factual accuracy, one thing’s crystal clear: Canadian entrepreneurs are tough, creative, and full of grit – and we’re so here for it.

So a very happy Canada Day to all, and remember that the amazing people who live here are what’s truly great about our country.

This week’s pour is Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery’s super tart and delicious Cliff Jump Cranberry cider, made in Bala, Ontario!

It’s a glitter-soaked, confetti-filled kinda week on the podcast as your favourite Freelancers throw a double celebration: Pride Month and Sean’s birthday!

That’s right, Sean’s another year older (but no wiser), and Michelle’s putting him in the hot seat with all the hard-hitting questions. Like which Fab Five member does he emulate? What really matters when you're celebrating your birthday? And how has being a gay man shaped his journey as a boss-level biz owner?

Spoiler alert: it’s all about leading with love, embracing your sparkle, and never saying no to glitter, especially on your birthday.

So pour yourself something strong (because hydration is cute, but cocktails are cuter), throw on that feather boa, and join us for laughs, honesty, and a whole lotta Proud AF energy.

This week’s pour is Loch Mór Cider Co.’s Sour Cherry Cider, from Prince Edward County! This cider was a recent winner at the 2025 GLINTCAP Awards!