Why Smart Women Podcast

Send us a message! Ever wondered why your partner melts into a puddle of misery with a cold while you power through the day with a raging migraine? This episode dives into the amusing reality of how differently we handle being unwell in relationships. Support the show Proudly sponsored by COUP — helping brands cut through the noise with bold, smart marketing. Visit the http://coup.co website or bo...

Send us a message! Have you ever found yourself saying quietly, "I am in a mess" while continuing to push forward? Dianne Saker's powerful story might be the wake-up call you need. Support the show Proudly sponsored by COUP — helping brands cut through the noise with bold, smart marketing. Visit the http://coup.co website or book a meeting with us at. https://go.oncehub.com/RequestM...

Send us a message! Have we gone too far in labelling everyday emotional reactions as trauma? This thought-provoking episode tackles the complex territory between genuine traumatic experiences and normal human discomfort, offering a refreshing perspective on emotional resilience without dismissing real suffering. Support the show Proudly sponsored by COUP — helping brands cut through the noise with...

Send us a message! The gap between wellness culture and conspiracy theories is smaller than most realize—something Coleman Watts and Daniela discovered firsthand. Their extraordinary journey from deep immersion in false beliefs to champions of critical thinking offers a masterclass in how our minds can both deceive and liberate us. Coleman's Video - Sex, Lies, and the Mercola Tapes Support th...

Send us a message! Have you ever found yourself furious at a partner who simply can't remember to charge their phone? In this refreshingly honest episode, we dive into the small irritations that can trigger major relationship conflicts and reveal the surprising solution that might save your sanity. Support the show Proudly sponsored by COUP — helping brands cut through the noise with bold, sm...

Send us a message! Ever wondered why it's so hard to try new things, even when nothing's truly stopping you? This episode dives deep into the psychology of self-limitation and offers practical wisdom for breaking free from restrictive thinking patterns. Support the show Proudly sponsored by COUP — helping brands cut through the noise with bold, smart marketing. Visit the http://coup.co w...

Send us a message! Have you ever found yourself in full-blown panic mode despite knowing better? That's exactly what happened when I got trapped in a stairwell after visiting my neurologist. One moment I was making a rational decision to avoid a potentially broken lift, the next I was convinced I'd be trapped in a "concrete bunker" all weekend with no water, no phone signal, an...

Send us a message! Dune Ruchin isn't just another entrepreneur – she's a force of nature redefining what's possible for women in business. In this riveting conversation, the founder and host of Female Startup Club (ranked in the top 0.5% of podcasts globally) opens up about her unconventional journey from a rural Australian upbringing to being selected for the World Economic Forum&a...

Send us a message! Ever found yourself seething over a too-small purse or cursing the universe for lost keys? You're not alone. Annie McCubbin's delightful rant about "Things That Annoy Annie" takes an unexpected turn from everyday frustrations to a sharp critique of our burnout culture. Join Annie and her husband David for a more relaxed, behind-the-scenes chat. It’s the stuff...

Send us a message! What happens when ADHD meets anxiety? When your brain seems to work against you? When you accidentally leave your child locked in an office because you simply forgot? 🙋‍♀️ Meet with Annie – go.oncehub.com/AnnieMcCubbin Support the show Proudly sponsored by COUP — helping brands cut through the noise with bold, smart marketing. Visit the http://coup.co website or book a meeting...

Send us a message! Have you ever been ghosted? That moment when someone you've been talking to simply vanishes without explanation, leaving you wondering what went wrong? In this fascinating exploration of modern relationships, Annie McCubbin and her guest David delve into the psychology behind "ghosting" – that increasingly common phenomenon where people disappear from our lives wi...

Send us a message! What happens when the text messages suddenly stop flowing? When the intense connection you felt begins to fade into sporadic breadcrumbs of attention? In this eye-opening continuation of Annie McCubbin's conversation with Karen Bijkersma, they dive deep into the psychology behind manipulative dating tactics and why intelligent women sometimes find themselves trapped in dang...

Send us a message! What's the secret to staying happily married for over three decades? According to Annie McCubbin and her husband David, it's certainly not perfection. In this refreshingly honest bonus episode, they pull back the curtain on their 30+ year relationship to reveal what actually keeps couples together when life gets messy. Join Annie and her husband David for a more relaxe...

Send us a message! What happens when love transforms into control? In this eye-opening episode, author Karen Bijkersma joins Annie McCubbin to expose the hidden mechanisms of domestic violence that leave victims trapped in cycles of abuse. Karen's book - https://www.amazon.com.au/Book-Every-Woman-Needs-Read/dp/B0DQC7NPYY 🙋‍♀️ Meet with Annie - go.oncehub.com/AnnieMcCubbin David's TedTal...

Send us a message! Ever felt absolutely certain about something, only to discover you were blinded by what you wanted to believe? In this eye-opening exploration of confirmation bias, Annie McCubbin and her husband David unravel what psychologists call "the mother of all biases" – our tendency to embrace information that supports our existing beliefs while rejecting anything that challen...

Send us a message! The power of confirmation bias lies in its invisibility – we don't even know we're doing it. This cognitive trap shapes everything from how we view our pets to why we fall for scams, yet remains largely undetected in our daily thought processes. 🙋‍♀️ Meet with Annie - go.oncehub.com/AnnieMcCubbin Support the show Proudly sponsored by COUP — helping brands cut through...

Send us a message! Susan Gerbic pulls back the curtain on the secretive world of psychics and mediums, revealing the calculated techniques they use to appear supernaturally gifted. As a professional psychic investigator, she explains the difference between "cold reading" (making educated guesses based on appearance and demographic information) and "hot reading" (researching cli...

Send us a message! Grief makes us vulnerable to manipulation, and no one knows this better than Susan Gerbic, the renowned psychic investigator who joins Annie McCubbin to expose the predatory world of mediumship. This eye-opening conversation reveals how self-proclaimed mediums specifically target women experiencing loss, creating dependent relationships that keep them trapped in grief rather tha...

Send us a message! Ben Radford pulls back the curtain on ghost hunting and psychic phenomena with the perfect blend of skepticism and compassion. We explore the fascinating psychology behind paranormal beliefs, revealing how these convictions often become deeply intertwined with personal identity. 🎙️Ben's Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squaring-the-strange/id1226273233 🙋‍♀️...

Send us a message! What happens when our supernatural beliefs influence real-world decisions? Science-based paranormal investigator Ben Radford takes us on a fascinating journey through the psychology of belief, exploring why we're drawn to the unexplained and how this affects our decision-making. 🎙️Ben's Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squaring-the-strange/id1226273233...

Send us a message! Why do we adapt so quickly to the things we once desperately wanted? That shiny new job, relationship, or achievement—even seeing your own book on a shelf for the first time—can lose its thrill with surprising speed. 🔗 Learn more from Dr. Laurie R. Santos - www.drlauriesantos.com Support the show Proudly sponsored by COUP — helping brands cut through the noise with bold, smart...

Send us a message! Seana Smith returns to the Why Smart Women podcast with a raw and revealing conversation about her decades-long struggle with alcohol and her transformative journey to five years of sobriety. From growing up with a father who was a drinker in Scotland to becoming what she calls a "grey area drinker" herself, Seana's story challenges our cultural assumptions about...

Send us a message! Dive into an inspiring and thought-provoking episode where we unravel one woman's journey from the rabbit holes of conspiracy theories to the clarity of critical thinking. Shauna shares her heartfelt story of navigating the challenges of parenting a child with autism, revealing how misinformation can easily entrap even the most well-meaning parents. As she reflects on her p...

Send us a message! What if the most intelligent among us could still be deceived by the allure of a charming con artist? Join us for an eye-opening episode featuring Tracey Hall, who courageously shares her story of being scammed by none other than Australia's infamous fraudster, Hamish McLaren. Disguised as Max Tevita, he exploited Tracey's desire for connection, spinning a web of lies...

Send us a message! What if the most intelligent among us could still be deceived by the allure of a charming con artist? Join us for an eye-opening episode featuring Tracey Hall, who courageously shares her story of being scammed by none other than Australia's infamous fraudster, Hamish McLaren. Disguised as Max Tevita, he exploited Tracey's desire for connection, spinning a web of lies...