In this episode of How to Be WiSE, host Shubneet sits down with Angelique Matias, a first-year medical student at the Temerty Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto.

Angelique shares how her early experiences in healthcare sparked her interest in medicine, how volunteering and research shaped her journey, and what ultimately confirmed that this path was right for her. Together, we discuss:

• Discovering your “why” for medicine

• MCAT preparation strategies and common misconceptions

• Navigating the Canadian medical school application process

• What surprised her most about starting med school

• Staying balanced and grounded in a high-pressure field

• What she wishes she could tell her pre-med self

If you’re considering medicine, feeling unsure about your next steps, or simply curious about what medical school is really like, this episode offers honest and first-hand insight and practical advice from someone who’s recently been through it.

Thanks for tuning in, and as always, stay WiSE ✨

In a world of curated routines, productivity culture, and highlight reels, it’s easy to feel like you’re the only one struggling to keep it all together.

In this episode, host Shubneet sits down with Lilli Jankovich, a fourth-year Kinesiology student at Queen’s University, Pilates instructor, and wellness content creator, for an honest conversation about what student “balance” really looks like behind the scenes.

Lilli shares her journey navigating academic pressure, social media expectations, and holistic wellness, opening up about routines, boundaries, burnout, and learning to prioritize mental, physical, and emotional health without striving for perfection.

This episode unpacks the realities of student life, the pressure to appear productive online, and why wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all.

If you’ve ever compared your behind-the-scenes to someone else’s highlight reel, felt pressure to do it all, or wondered how to care for yourself while pursuing a demanding degree, this conversation is for you. Enjoy!

In this special holiday episode of the WiSE Podcast, host Shubneet is joined by members of the WiSE podcast and communications team - Petra, Nicola, and Samantha - for a fun and timely conversation to close out the semester and year!

We get into hot topics in STEM right now, including AI in education, burnout culture, and navigating uncertainty in academic and career paths. Then, we lighten things up by sharing our favourite ways to unwind during the semester, from books and shows to habits that actually helped us get through.

Whether you’re studying, commuting, or finally taking a well-earned break, this episode is a cozy end-of-year listen. Thanks for being part of the WiSE community, and happy holidays! ✨