Courageous Me

In this unexpectedly magical episode, we meet Theresa Callahan, an executive leadership coach, retreat leader, and woman whose life transformed the moment she stopped saying ' someday '. What begins as a conversation about courage unfolds into a rich, cinematic story of a single decision that changed everything: a one-way ticket to Tuscany booked from the back of a conference room, fuelled...

It’s the first week of January 2026, and on a scorching hot day, a quiet poolside moment and the unexpected reread of  Big Magic  by  Elizabeth Gilbert  lead me into a deeper conversation about ideas, creativity, timing—and what it really means when something is calling for your attention. This episode is about tuning into the  why  behind your restlessness and wondering whether resistance is real...

Recorded on New Year’s Eve, this episode is a powerful reflection on endings, beginnings, and the often-overlooked space in between. As the calendar turns to a new year, where many focus on goals, resolutions, and fresh starts—I offer a different lens: one based on reflection and intentional shedding in preparation for what’s next. Using the Chinese zodiac as a backdrop, I explore what it really m...

As 2025 draws to a close, this episode reframes what real success looks like—especially for those feeling their year fell short. Recorded on Christmas Eve, this honest, reflective conversation explores the kind of growth you can’t always see on the outside but deeply feel on the inside. I unpack the difference between external achievements and internal growth, sharing what really shaped my year—fr...

This episode was sparked while writing the acknowledgements for my book and realising just how many different people have shaped my life, my courage, and who I’ve become. Through a series of simple but powerful “who” questions, I invite you to reflect on the people in your life and the roles they play. This isn’t about judging relationships or finding the “right” answers. It’s about awareness and...

In this deeply moving episode, Amanda Thompson, financial adviser, single mum, Ironman athlete, and survivor, reveals how pivotal moments broke her down, challenged her endurance, and ultimately rebuilt her. From big bank boardrooms to gruelling Ironman finish lines, from the quiet guilt of single motherhood to the hidden scars of domestic violence, Amanda shares the truth behind resilience that i...

In this warm and heartfelt conversation, we meet business owner and orange-obsessed powerhouse Kerri-Ann Hooper, founder of Carnelian Projects -  a woman who has carried courage with her through joy, loss, rebuilding, and reinvention. From getting braces at 51 and continuing to show up online despite the self-consciousness, to returning to the stage to dance after decades away, to leaving toxic wo...

In this episode, I open the door to the emotional rollercoaster of coming close to something you’ve wanted for years, and the surprising mix of excitement, doubt, resistance, and raw courage that shows up right alongside it. From writing 80,000 words of the “wrong” book to the turning points, the wobbles, the whispers, and the exact moment I realised why my manuscript sat unfinished for so long… I...

What happens when the life you’ve built suddenly falls apart… and then, against all odds, you rebuild it again? In this breathtaking, emotional, and deeply vulnerable conversation, I chat with author, former attorney, and certified grief coach Stephanie Duran - a woman whose life reads like a novel filled with courage, devastation, reinvention, and the rare kind of love that changes you forever. T...

What happens when you stop hiding the parts of yourself you’ve been taught to dislike? In this deeply personal episode, I share an unexpected conversation that began with a woman’s new hairstyle and turned into a raw exploration of self-perception, courage, and the unhelpful nuances we often carry over from childhood. From teasing in the schoolyard to throwaway comments that stick like glue, I unp...

In this episode, we meet Adriana Brusi, Managing Director at Crowds Now, in a follow-up conversation that delves far deeper than the first one we recorded (and never released).  This time, Adriana takes off the mask and gets real and raw.  What unfolds is an unfiltered exploration of what it really means to drop the façade of perfection, confront people-pleasing patterns, and reclaim your voice af...

In this powerful conversation, we hear from the remarkable Wadzanai (Wadzi) Nenzou, founder of Our Scam Stories, a Global Platform where scam survivors share their stories of survival, and Herconomics, dedicated to women’s financial empowerment and money stories. Originally from Zimbabwe, Wadzi came to Australia at 18 with nothing but courage, curiosity, and a fierce desire to explore the world. ...

In this episode, I flip the script on how we think about value as it’s not about titles, tasks, or trophies, but about your  true contribution : the qualities and energy you bring to any situation simply by being you. Through a fun and heartfelt story about joining a women’s baseball team at age 48, I share how I had to discover what I really brought to the team, and spoiler alert, it wasn’t about...

In this uplifting and deeply human conversation, we meet international speaker, author, and “Champion Catalyst” Dorice Horenstein to explore what it truly means to choose the champion in yourself and turn life’s “oy” moments into joy. Born in Israel and now based in Portland, Oregon, Dorice shares her remarkable journey - from a 14-year-old cleaning houses to buy Levi jeans and Nike runners to the...

In this raw and deeply honest conversation, we meet Dani Zetzer, a family lawyer, founder of Respect Legal, and host of "Diary of a Divorce Lawyer," to explore what courage looks like when life falls apart and you rebuild from the ground up. From watching her childhood home repossessed to building her own law firm during lockdown, losing millions in crypto trading, and navigating single...

In this solo episode, I open up about one of the hardest (and most freeing) lessons we all face, knowing when to let go.  From scrapping my first book manuscript to deciding to close a business partnership after six years, I share raw stories of choosing release over attachment, even when it feels uncomfortable. Letting go isn't about giving up. It's about creating the space for something...

If you want to discover how pain, power, and trust can lead you to your true self, this is for you.  In this beautiful conversation, I sit down with the extraordinary Hacia Atherton, consultant, speaker, principal consultant at All-Star Consulting, and founder of Empowered Women in Trades, to explore the true meaning of courage, healing, and feminine power. Hacia shares her extraordinary journey f...

In this powerful and deeply human conversation, I sit down with Dr. Tamsin Astor, a neuroscientist aka Chief Habit Scientist, to explore what courage really looks like when life tests you to your core.  Tamsin, a naturally rebellious and fiercely intelligent woman who has never been afraid to question the rules, shares the raw truth of leaving a marriage that no longer served her, navigating her y...

In this episode, I explore one of the hidden drains on our confidence, relationships, and opportunities: silence.  We often think we’re playing it safe by holding back, but the truth is, staying silent comes with a cost. I open up about my own journey from being the shy, quiet girl who silenced herself, to becoming someone who now teaches others how to speak with courage.  Along the way, you’ll he...

What does it really take to move from “I’ve got an idea for a book” to becoming an author? In this inspiring conversation, I reconnect with intuitive writing coach, editor, and publisher Ruth Fae to explore what it means to find your voice and courageously put your words into the world. Ruth unpacks what “ being an author ” truly means, and why so many of the excuses we cling to (“I’m not a writer...

If you’ve ever faced loss or change and wondered how you could stay open to life and find joy, this is for you. In this moving conversation, we hear from mindset coach Kathleen Quinn, who at 56 reinvented herself after retiring from a 35-year career at Stanford University. Just as she was embracing her new path, Kathleen faced the devastating loss of her husband, Michael, during the pandemic. Befo...

This episode flips the polished success story on its head and celebrates the raw, real, and messy side of business and life. For a change, I’m the one being interviewed, chatting with the fabulous Clare Elizabeth Dee, host and organiser of Fck Up Nights Melbourne, in the lead up to MC’ing her next event.  If you haven’t heard of it, it’s an event where entrepreneurs share their biggest blunders an...

In this episode, multi-passionate entrepreneur Kim McGann shares the story behind her many reinventions, from launching her first beauty salon at just 21, to building an award-winning bridal business, navigating family challenges, becoming a top 1% earner in network marketing, and now stepping into her next big vision with The More Method. Kim reveals why life isn’t about having everything figured...

In this heart-opening episode, we meet personal brand fashion stylist Jane Mow to explore the many layers of courage that live beneath a stylish outfit. Born in Fiji, Jane shares how moving countries, changing her accent, and uprooting her life repeatedly shaped her fierce independence and bold self-expression.  Jane's story isn't about fashion, it's about identity, reinvention, and following the...

In this episode, I flip the classic line "begin with the end in mind" and propose a fresh alternative that can be even more helpful when you're trying to get something off the ground. If you're sitting on an idea, dream, or whisper of possibility but feeling overwhelmed because you don't have it all figured out - this is your call to action. I share some personal stories, drop in a few juicy metap...