Courageous Me

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...

How a life of uncertainty, solo parenting, and starting over can evolve into a story of purpose and meaning.   In this candid and uplifting episode, I chat with brand strategist Michelle McCarthy, who brings honesty, vulnerability, and wisdom as she shares the courageous choices that have shaped her life across three continents. From walking away from the fast-paced dream of New York to building a...

What if the most powerful version of you is the one you've been hiding all along?   In this raw, deeply moving conversation, keynote speaker and founder of SHE Talks, Fur Wale, shares how growing up surrounded by trauma didn't destroy her; instead, it shaped her into a fierce advocate for truth, using your voice and rewriting your story.   From reciting philosophy books to classmates at re...

In this episode, I share some of the valuable lessons from a refreshing two-week trip to the United States. I highlight the value of shaking things up, the power of spotters, cheerleaders, and collaborations, the flawed pursuit of perfection, and taking action to create conditions where you can expect the best.   At the end, I let you into an incredibly vulnerable moment that, ironically, left me...

In this captivating episode, Suzanne Alexander, a seasoned Money Coach and Money Mindset Mentor, shares her remarkable journey from being a shy people-pleaser to becoming a fierce advocate for financial empowerment.  Her story shines a light on the power of self-discovery, embracing personal growth, and stepping outside comfort zones to live a more abundant life. Suzanne's journey is marked by...

In this insightful conversation, Angela Metri, founder of spread.co, shares her inspiring journey from being the classic 'good girl' to boldly redefining her entire life.  Angela reveals pivotal moments of courage, including breaking free from family expectations, shifting from an established career in law to pursue entrepreneurship, and completely transforming her relationship with food,...

In this episode, we meet Belinda Stark, an alcohol and mindset coach dedicated to helping midlife women transform their drinking habits and live their best lives. Belinda shares her inspiring journey of overcoming postnatal depression, breast cancer, and career changes to find her true purpose.  Transitioning from a high-functioning drinker, she now guides women in midlife to explore their relatio...

When we're younger, very few women look forward to aging or midlife.  Yet, from my experience, it can be one of the most empowering and liberating stages of your life…if you choose. In this episode, I explore the incredible beauty that comes with age and how what we lose in physical appearance is more than compensated for in other areas of life.  I share some of my twists and turns along the w...

In this episode, we delve into an intensely raw and vulnerable conversation with Pip Bennett, a clinical hypnotherapist, Strategic Psychotherapist, and 'Maker of Fabulous.' Pip shares some profoundly personal stories, recalling her experience through multiple traumas, overcoming addictions, navigating family tragedies, embracing spirituality for her recovery, and dealing with depression, a...