The Wisdom of Women

This episode is the end for season 2 of The Wisdom of Women! We hope you enjoy, and would like to thank every guest and listener of our podcast. And always remember, everyday, you are remarkable. Host Socials: Shauna | ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/⁠⁠⁠ Sidney | ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/⁠⁠⁠ Jo | ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_wo...

Episode guest: Tanya Princi Meet Tanya, a mum with seven children who have all been diagnosed Autistic with ADHD. Her journey as a parent has been very different from what she imagined but it’s also made her stronger. Tanya is now fighting for better understanding and educational support for children with this often misunderstood condition. Tanya's Links: Host Socials: Shauna | ⁠⁠⁠instagram.co...

Episode guest: Billie Larkman Billie Larkman grew up in the limelight as the adoptive daughter of former WA Premier Richard Court. But Billie was always destined to step into her own light. A powerhouse singer and passionate musician, she has navigated a complicated family history to now embrace her heritage and the enormous gift that music brings to her life. Billie's Links: Host Socials: Sha...

Episode guest: Alisha Fenn “Something that every woman needs to hear at least once in their life – don’t be scared of money”. Alisha Fenn talks from decades of experience in navigating the world of money. Knowledgeable and passionate about numbers, hear some great tips and methods in empowering yourself to financial independence. Alisha's Links: Host Socials: Shauna | ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/shaunagr...

Episode guest: Jackie Ross Discover the power of music and its ability to reach areas of the brain once thought untouchable. Jacqueline Ross worked as a professional musician and teacher for 35 years before finally finding her ‘niche’. Listen to Jackie’s remarkable experiences of music rediscovering people’s lost memories and awakening their senses. Jackie's Links: Host Socials: Shauna | ⁠⁠⁠in...

Episode guest: Wanda Mahony Wanda Mahony was diagnosed with stage 4 Melanoma and given one year to live. Remarkably Wanda has survived and, in this podcast, shares her lifestyle and diet changes, and the ‘last chance’ brain surgery by renowned neurosurgeon Professor Charlie Teo. Wanda’s journey is one of determination, courage and the love that saw her never give up. Wanda - the miracle Mum. Her j...

Episode guest: Carol Morgan Carol Morgan felt as a small girl of 8 that God had a plan for her life, but as a female her options to act on this calling were limited. It was only as an older woman that Carol was able to finally break through the male dominated church restrictions to become one of the early women ordained a Priest in the Anglican Church. It was a journey with many challenges, and on...

Episode guest: Rosa Tognella It’s been described as the heart of many regional communities – the Country Women’s Association. We join Rosa Tognella as she journeys through her experiences with the organization that celebrates 100 years in 2024. A wonderful tribute to Rosa and all the amazing ladies of the CWA who have worked tirelessly under incredible bonds of friendship, support and care. Rosa&#...

Episode guest: Doreen Jones For more than four decades wildlife warrior Doreen Jones has cared for sick and injured animals. She believes there’s something animals can teach us humans, if we just take the time to watch and listen. This dedicated woman with the biggest of hearts, has had an amazing journey, caring for just about every creature you could think of. Doreen's Links: GoFundMe | gofu...

Episode guest: Suzin Wells A remarkable journey of courage, resilience, and positivity. Suzin Wells has had both her lower legs amputated, but this is a story that proves you can’t keep a good woman down. After each operation Suzin rallied and refused to give in to negative thoughts or give up her love for horse riding. Listen to how this inspiring woman took on the challenge and made it back in t...

Episode guest: Leanne Shaw Dismantle your negative self-beliefs and understand – you are enough. Leanne Shaw underwent a profound transformation that helped release self destructive anxiety, people pleasing and negative emotion, after decades of believing she was defective and an imposter. Leanne believes we all have the power to heal and create the life we want. Go Girl ! Leanne's Links: Webs...

Episode guest: Gemma Byrne Becoming a Mum changes your life in an instant, but for Gemma Byrne it also began a journey to fight for a quality of life for her beautiful little boy. Gem is now a staunch advocate, not just for her son, but also for others-those that don’t have a voice. Gemma's Links: Epilepsy WA | epilepsywa.asn.au/ Cerebral palsy healthy WA article | healthywa.health.wa.gov.au/A...

Ann Dunstall – rising from the ashes of addiction, domestic violence, and homelessness. Our Socials: ⁠facebook.com/TheW0W/⁠ ⁠instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/⁠ ⁠tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en⁠ ⁠twitter.com/TheW0W⁠ Host Socials: Shauna | ⁠instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/⁠ Sidney | ⁠instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/⁠ Jo | ⁠instagram.com/peaceatron5000/⁠

For 32 years Annie Malone owned and ran the natural Temptation Café, an iconic eating venue that promoted good food and caring for our environment. In this walk down memory lane, Annie reflects on life, it’s lessons, and how being perfect can be so dull. “Make mistakes, learn something and keep moving forward”.

Episode guest: Naomi Pearce “She never smoked, she never drank, never did anything wrong in her life” and that’s why her Mums MND diagnosis was just so shocking. Naomi Pearce knows that bad things happen because her family got the worst news they could ever imagine. A raw and unflinching account of a daughter and her mother, the battle against a terminal disease and the grief that will last foreve...

“Culture is important and we need to tell the stories of those that went before us – so we can all learn and be part of a better future” Family and community are important to proud Noongar and Ngadju woman Joanne Hill. It’s an ethos she carries through her own children and believes that it’s the simple acts of kindness that can change the world. Jo's Links aboriginalculture.com.au/ niaa.gov.au...

Episode guest: Susanne Hamersley "We need to see the person - not the colour of their skin or their accent - ultimately we are all the same". Susanne Hamersley is passionate about meeting people from different backgrounds, learning about their traditions and culture, different ways of life and sharing experiences. This volunteer award winner who was once a new migrant herself, believes t...

Episode guest: Lana Brandli With all the information sources in the world today, it’s difficult to decipher truth from fiction when it comes to nutrition. Just what is a healthy diet and why? Join dietician Lana as she talks sense about food, nutrition, and exercise. What our bodies really need. Lana's Links: Website | southwestnutritionservices.com.au/ Email | swnservices@bigpond.com Facebook...

Episode guest: Willy Regan “When I was a child I heard voices and they told me things”. Now as an adult, Willy Regan has embraced her spiritual intuition, and encourages all women to feel the strength and guidance we can take from listening to our gut feeling. Willy’s journey is as surprising as it is riveting, and she has great snippets of wisdom to pass on to all women. Willy's Links: Email...

As we come to the end of Season 1, Shauna, Sidney and Jo discuss the amazing women who have joined them so far on ‘The Wisdom of Women’ podcast.  Looking back on what they took away from each episode, and talking about the true effect ‘Scratching the Surface’ can have.  We’ll see you in Season 2! Links: Headspace |  headspace.org.au/ Lifeline |  www.lifeline.org.au/ Butterfly Foundation |  butterf...

Content warning:  This episode discusses subjects including Depression, Mental Health, Body Image, and emotional trauma. Listener discretion is advised. Heidi Anderson Loud and proud radio announcer Heidi Anderson was living a lie, until one day during her live to air show – she told her truth. Heidi bared her soul and revealed her demons, her crippling anxiety, and the hate she had for her own bo...

Harriette Coulson Harriette Coulson always knew she wanted to be a midwife.  As a child, she would stalk her friendly neighborhood for the chance to cuddle a baby.  After decades in nursing, the divine H has wisdom aplenty and sage advice to take families from the carefree life of no kids, into the crazy world of parenthood. Host Socials: Shauna | ⁠⁠instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/⁠⁠ Sidney | ⁠⁠i...

Content Warning:  This episode discusses subjects including Mental Health, graphic cultural, gender, and legal discrimination and abuse.  Religious beliefs and abuse.  Ati Sadeghi When Ati left her home country of Iran to settle in Australia, it was a life-altering journey that took her from everyone and everything she had ever known.  From an affluent life as a lawyer to the professional and cult...

Brenda Hamlett It’s been described as ‘the ultimate feminist organisation’.  The Girl Guides have been championing women’s rights for more than 100 years - run by women, for women, and more relevant than ever before.  Dr Brenda Hamlett takes us on her journey from a seven-year-old Brownie, to Director of Girl Guides Australia.   A fascinating look inside an organization that hails women as leaders...

Content Warning:  This episode discusses death, dying, deceased people and infants.  We warn some people may find this discussion distressing or upsetting.  We advise listener discretion. Pat Kelly Pat Kelly has been described as a world of wisdom and healing.   In her work counseling grief and bereavement, there is little that Pat hasn’t seen or heard.  Guiding us through her experiences, Pat ref...