Episodes

  • In today's episode, Sarah is joined by her cousin Jason in arguably our most important episode to date, chatting about mental health on social media & spreading awareness. Topics discussed include mental illness coping strategies, seeking help, finding strength through therapy, picking up good habits, dealing with bipolar disorder, BPD and anxiety & tips for navigating through daily struggles.

    #MentalHealth

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    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Jason: https://www.instagram.com/jglionna/

  • In today's episode, Sarah is joined by longtime friend Niki Macewen to chat and rate Sarah's top outfits all the way from 2016 till today, holiday get-ups, trendy styles, outdated fads, along with King Street Dating Stories, The Best Bars, along with a game of "He's a 10 But...", and "Would You Rather".

    #RateMyFit #GirlTalk #QandA

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    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Niki: https://www.instagram.com/niki.macewen/

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  • In today's episode, Sarah is joined all the way from Greece by best-friend Ivana Rozek. With both ladies being single at the same time in a while, conversation points include thoughts on dating apps, navigating a breakup, breaking up over text, going on a "break", having a roster, the bar scene as single vs taken, high standards, the best way to ask people out, and coping with third wheel duties.

    #DatingAdvice #GirlTalk #QandA

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    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Guest:
    Ivana: https://www.instagram.com/ivanarozek/

  • In today's episode, Sarah is joined by best friends Joelle & Tori as they answer YOUR questions regarding dating advice, trouble with guys, being friends with ex's, relationship dilemma's, the best way to be asked out, dealing with being cheated, and more!

    #DatingAdvice #GirlTalk #QandA

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    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Guests:
    Joelle: https://www.instagram.com/joelle_wood/
    Tori: https://www.instagram.com/torii_____/

  • In today's episode, Sarah is joined by standup comic, social media star, Toronto's very own, Neema Naz. Speaking upon his journey from the University of Toronto to hundreds of thousands of social media followers, Neema speaks to Sarah about breaking away from the norm, dealing with negative comments, working in tandem with his brother, doing a podcast, pumping out content every day, his life-changing morning routine, maintaining a winning diet, and best standup stories.

    Welcome to Season 2 of The Good, The Bad & The Future Podcast, hosted by Sarah Lauren Semkowski! My podcast focuses on the world of social media, its advantages, disadvantages and how the future of brands can be shaped around it. My idea is to design and implement a platform that will provide an audience with an opportunity to become better educated on how in our daily lives social media can control and influence our actions.

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    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Guest:
    Neema: https://www.instagram.com/Neemanaz/

  • In today's episode, Sarah is once again joined by best friends Joelle Wood & Tori Krafczek to chat their post-secondary experience attending Ryerson University. Topics discussed include why Ryerson, the admission process, making friends in university, working out during school, balancing partying with life, embarrassing moments, clubbing and bar spots in Toronto, finding a job post-graduation, and more!

    Welcome to Season 2 of The Good, The Bad & The Future Podcast, hosted by Sarah Lauren Semkowski! My podcast focuses on the world of social media, its advantages, disadvantages and how the future of brands can be shaped around it. My idea is to design and implement a platform that will provide an audience with an opportunity to become better educated on how in our daily lives social media can control and influence our actions.

    #Toronto #RyersonUniversity #TMU

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    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsemkowski/
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    Joelle: https://www.instagram.com/joelle_wood/
    Tori: https://www.instagram.com/torii_____/

  • In today's episode, listeners are in for a treat as Sarah is joined by her family in a special episode sit-down! Joined by parents Heather & Brian and siblings Peter & Jennifer, the family chat about a variety of topics including hailing from London, business ventures, tips for starting a business, the entrepreneurial grind, choosing a good partner, how to prioritize, family traditions, character traits, giving back, as well as a game of "Most Likely To".

    Welcome to Season 2 of The Good, The Bad & The Future Podcast, hosted by Sarah Lauren Semkowski! My podcast focuses on the world of social media, its advantages, disadvantages and how the future of brands can be shaped around it. My idea is to design and implement a platform that will provide an audience with an opportunity to become better educated on how in our daily lives social media can control and influence our actions.

    #Family

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    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Peter: https://www.instagram.com/petersemkowski/
    Jennifer: https://www.instagram.com/jennifersemkowski/
    Heather: https://www.instagram.com/heathersemkowski/
    Brian: https://www.instagram.com/brian.semkowski/

  • In today's episode, Sarah is joined by best friends Niki and Ivana to chat all things DATING! Topics discussed include girl talk, boy talk, life dilemmas, can exes be friends, what is cheating, when to start dating after breakups, common red flags, open relationship thoughts, girl/guy best friends and rules for dating.

    Welcome to Season 2 of The Good, The Bad & The Future Podcast, hosted by Sarah Lauren Semkowski! My podcast focuses on the world of social media, its advantages, disadvantages and how the future of brands can be shaped around it. My idea is to design and implement a platform that will provide an audience with an opportunity to become better educated on how in our daily lives social media can control and influence our actions.

    Listen On:
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsemkowski/
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    Guests:
    Ivana: https://www.instagram.com/ivanarozek/
    Niki: https://www.instagram.com/niki.macewen/

  • In today's episode, Sarah is joined by best friends Tori & Joelle to chat everything fashion-forward with Coachella 2022! From casual concertgoers to in-style influencers, the girls give their thoughts and ratings on various outfit choices from celebrities including Kylie & Kendall Jenner, Hailey Bieber, Emma Chamberlain, Doja Cat, Jaden Smith, James Charles, Harry Styles, and more! The ladies also chat about staying fit, fitness motivations, and healthy active lifestyle.

    Welcome to Season 2 of The Good, The Bad & The Future Podcast, hosted by Sarah Lauren Semkowski! My podcast focuses on the world of social media, its advantages, disadvantages and how the future of brands can be shaped around it. My idea is to design and implement a platform that will provide an audience with an opportunity to become better educated on how in our daily lives social media can control and influence our actions.

    Listen On:
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsemkowski/
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    Guests:
    Tori: https://www.instagram.com/torii_____/
    Joelle: https://www.instagram.com/joelle_wood/

  • In today's episode, Sarah is joined by local Toronto fashion designer, Devin Michaels. In a journey that has taken him all over the world, Devin talks to Sarah about his fashion-inspired Danish roots, travelling through Asia, sourcing fabrics, working for Christian Loboutin, connecting with top athletes such as Patrick Mahomes & Danny Green, collecting vintage, his athletic wear line, utilizing mood boards, finding inspo in New York and LA, the competitive nature of the industry, passion for sports & design, his perfectionist mentality, and the power of networking.

    Welcome to Season 2 of The Good, The Bad & The Future Podcast, hosted by Sarah Lauren Semkowski! My podcast focuses on the world of social media, its advantages, disadvantages and how the future of brands can be shaped around it. My idea is to design and implement a platform that will provide an audience with an opportunity to become better educated on how in our daily lives social media can control and influence our actions.

    Listen On:
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Devin: https://www.instagram.com/devinmichaels_/

  • In today's episode, Sarah is joined by renowned podcaster and Life Coach, Rory Mitchell. In a captivating conversation that is sure to inspire, Rory chats to Sarah about podcasting since 2016, building a massive following, capturing inspiring stories, the pitfalls and benefits of social media, yearning for growth, overcoming adversity, the topic of cancel culture, being mindful, changing yourself for the better, and how to achieve your goals & eliminate distractions.

    Welcome to Season 2 of The Good, The Bad & The Future Podcast, hosted by Sarah Lauren Semkowski! My podcast focuses on the world of social media, its advantages, disadvantages and how the future of brands can be shaped around it. My idea is to design and implement a platform that will provide an audience with an opportunity to become better educated on how in our daily lives social media can control and influence our actions.

    Listen On:
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Rory: https://www.instagram.com/officially.rory/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Rory519/featured

  • Welcome to Season 2 of The Good, The Bad & The Future Podcast, hosted by Sarah Lauren Semkowski! My podcast focuses on the world of social media, its advantages, disadvantages and how the future of brands can be shaped around it. My idea is to design and implement a platform that will provide an audience with an opportunity to become better educated on how in our daily lives social media can control and influence our action

    In today's episode, viewers are in for a 1-on-1 Q&A about everything Sarah Lauren, joined by best friend Joelle Wood. Joelle dives deep with Sarah into a variety of topics including the ins and outs of influencing, family life, relationships and dating, plans post-university, moving abroad, favourite restaurants and bars in Toronto, growing up in London, as well as answering assumptions from followers!

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    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Joelle: https://www.instagram.com/joelle_wood/

  • In today's episode, Sarah is joined by Kaylyn Hynes, Marketing Manager at Equals Brewing Company. In a candid chat about where social media and the alcohol industry is headed, Kaylyn speaks to Sarah about working in a lean team, taking risks and doing what you love, regulations in the industry, building relationships, Print Media & Radio, Instagram vs other socials, what content works best, how Facebook ads work, how covid has affected her roles and the industry, and the power of authenticity.

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    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Kaylyn: https://www.instagram.com/kaylynhynes/

  • In today's episode, Sarah is joined by Marissa Pain, the Social Media Manager at Radford Beauty. Chatting about her journey into the beauty industry, topics discussed include where social media is headed, her day to day handling brand socials, wearing many hats, staying on top of trends and figuring out the algorithm, diversifying your content, building a community, long-form vs short-form content, covid affecting online business, working with influencers, the power of networking, and content creation tips.

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    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Marissa: https://www.instagram.com/marissaa_/

  • In today's episode, all the way from Los Angeles, Sarah is joined by entrepreneur and social media star, Ryan Pownall. Sharing his journey from Ottawa, to Toronto, and ultimately Los Angeles, topics discussed include blowing up in the event space, the power of the blue tick, putting yourself out there, the amazing Tik Tok algorithm, growth tips, planning content, leaving the country to scale your brand, keeping a healthy lifestyle balance, and what defines success.

    Welcome to The Good, The Bad & The Future, hosted by Sarah Lauren Semkowski! My podcast focuses on the world of social media, its advantages, disadvantages and how the future of brands can be shaped around it. My idea is to design and implement a platform that will provide an audience with an opportunity to become better educated on how in our daily lives social media can control and influence our actions.

    Listen On:
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Ryan: https://www.instagram.com/itsryanpownall/
    Ryan's Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/pillowtalkwithryan/

  • In today's episode, Sarah is joined by female entrepreneur and co-founder of luxe swim & activewear brand 437, Adrien Bettio. Sharing her entrepreneurial journey with Sarah, Adrien talks creating the brand with best friend and Queen's University classmate Hyla, adapting to social media trends, dealing with doubt and rejection, sustainability and inclusivity, building a team, influencer marketing, and the importance of mentors.

    Welcome to The Good, The Bad & The Future, hosted by Sarah Lauren Semkowski! My podcast focuses on the world of social media, its advantages, disadvantages and how the future of brands can be shaped around it. My idea is to design and implement a platform that will provide an audience with an opportunity to become better educated on how in our daily lives social media can control and influence our actions.

    Listen On:
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsemkowski71/
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    Guest:
    Adrien: https://www.instagram.com/adrienbettio/
    437: https://www.instagram.com/437/

  • In today's episode, Sarah is joined by Certified Life, Integrity and Leadership Coach Trevor Timback. In connecting with Trevor on a variety of topics, viewers are in for a great conversation centred around social media's effect on mental health, portraying false images, the concept of confidence, focusing on your own goals, adapting to stressful situations, trial and error, and personal reflection.

    Welcome to The Good, The Bad & The Future, hosted by Sarah Lauren Semkowski! My podcast focuses on the world of social media, its advantages, disadvantages and how the future of brands can be shaped around it. My idea is to design and implement a platform that will provide an audience with an opportunity to become better educated on how in our daily lives social media can control and influence our actions.

    Listen On:
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Trevor: https://trevortimback.com/

  • Welcome to the premiere episode of The Good, The Bad & The Future, hosted by Sarah Lauren Semkowski! My podcast focuses on the world of social media, its advantages, disadvantages and how the future of brands can be shaped around it. My idea is to design and implement a platform that will provide an audience with an opportunity to become better educated on how in our daily lives social media can control and influence our actions.

    In today's episode, Sarah is joined by therapist Anita Owusu. In an insightful conversation, topics discussed include toxic like culture, impacts on self-esteem, augmented appearances, social standards, mental health, bullying amongst teens, self-acceptance, and dealing with negative comments.

    Listen On:
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ukk999oid93llEkOdXM1C?si=JQwYKi3rSE2P1PA9GKeRXA

    iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-good-the-bad-the-future/id1607691581


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    Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsemkowski71/
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    Anita: https://instagram.com/anita.therapist?utm_medium=copy_link