Behind The Fold

What if the reason you're feeling stuck has less to do with discipline and more to do with what your nervous system believes is safe? This week on Behind The Fold, I'm joined by international bestselling author, EFT master practitioner and hypnotherapist Theresa Lear Levine to talk about the patterns that keep us in fight or flight, why self-sabotage isn't always what it seems, and...

In this bonus episode on Behind The Fold, international bestselling author, EFT master practitioner and hypnotherapist Theresa Lear Levine guides me through a live EFT tapping session on surrender, following our previous episode,  Your Body Is Addicted to the Version of You That Isn't Working. If you have not listened to that conversation yet, start there. It sets up why tools like tapping wo...

In today's episode of Behind the Fold, I'm talking about something we don't hear enough about: what happens after you achieve the thing you've been working so hard for. After announcing one of the biggest milestones of my career, acquiring Smack Bang, I found myself in a surprisingly quiet season of reflection and gratitude. Rather than rushing toward the next milestone, I&apos...

What happens when the business you’ve built for 15 years is ready for a new owner, and the right person is already in your orbit? For my first-ever in-person episode of Behind The Fold, I’m sitting down with Tess Robinson, founder of Smack Bang and co-founder of Land Lab, to share some very big news: I’ve officially acquired Smack Bang. We talk about selling a business you still love, stepping int...

In this solo episode of Behind the Fold, I'm opening up about life inside a dual-entrepreneur household with two young kids and two businesses. Grateful? Absolutely. But the reality is messier than it looks on paper. Here's what I dive into: 03:29 – Why having two ambitious entrepreneurs in one household doesn't automatically mean equal labor 08:53 – Learning to recognize each other...

In today’s episode of Behind the Fold, I’m sharing what five nights offline at Gwinganna Retreat & Spa taught me about burnout, self-care, and the pace I’ve been keeping as a mother and business owner. What began as an unexpected wellness retreat became a deeper reset. Here’s what I dive into: 04:22 – Why saying yes to five nights away felt almost impossible and what stepping back taught me ab...

In today’s episode of Behind the Fold, I’m reflecting on 11 years in business and the leadership lessons that have reshaped not just how I run my company, but how I protect my energy and focus. After opening up about my recent experience with burnout, I’m also sharing why I’m stepping away for a solo wellness retreat and why creating space might be one of the smartest business decisions you can ma...

Building one successful brand is an incredible achievement. Having the courage to close that chapter and start again takes a whole new level of resilience. This week on Behind The Fold, founder Bridgette Gale opens up about walking away from her first business, trusting her instincts, and launching Elacia while balancing entrepreneurship, motherhood, and marriage. Here’s what we cover: 03:12 - Why...

In today's episode of Behind the Fold, I'm talking about burnout. Not the dramatic kind, but the quiet kind that slowly builds until everything feels heavier. We're so used to carrying it all that we often miss the signs until we're already running on empty. Here's what I cover: 02:30 – Why burnout goes unnoticed and how to spot the early signs 05:18 – Why small commitment...

Zoe Goodhardt stepped back from her career to have children. Then she got bored. In this episode of Behind the Fold, I sit down with Zoe, Partner at TAG, to talk about rediscovering identity after kids, building a career while raising three children, and why working mothers consistently underestimate their value. What we dive into: 04:02 – The moment Zoe looked around a mums group and realized she...

In today's episode of Behind the Fold, I'm reflecting on who we are outside of our titles. So many of us pour ourselves into motherhood, careers, and relationships, only to realize we've lost touch with the person underneath. As I navigate my own growth journey, I've been questioning how much of my identity has become tied to what I do instead of who I am. This conversation is...

Launching a brand is hard. Doing it with a six-month-old at home is a different beast entirely. In this episode of Behind The Fold, I sit down with Georgia Gazal, founder of First Thing Underwear, to hear how she grew her underwear line into one of Australia’s most talked-about names. Georgia shares the reality of building a product-based business from her garage, navigating stock shortages, creat...

In today's episode of Behind the Fold, I'm talking about rest. Somewhere along the way, we started believing we have to earn it before we're allowed to pause. Rest isn't a luxury. It's non-negotiable. Taking care of yourself isn't selfish, it's one of the most important things you can do for your family, your business, and yourself. Here's what I cover: 02:2...

Turning the hardest parts of early motherhood into two thriving businesses wasn't on Lauren Perrett's radar before kids. But after becoming a mom, the lack of real solutions pushed her to build them herself. On this episode of Behind the Fold, the founder of BubbaDesk and Wombee shares how she stopped waiting for change and started creating it. Here's what we dive into: 04:46 – Why...

Building a business while raising two young children comes with constant tension, shifting priorities, and a whole lot of trust in yourself. On this episode of Behind The Fold, I sit down with Jessy Marshall, founder of Hive HQ, to talk about growing a leading PR agency while navigating early motherhood, sleep deprivation and the pressure of balancing ambition with family life. Here's what we...

In today's episode of Behind the Fold, I'm reflecting on ambition, motherhood, career, and the expectations women carry. Somewhere along the way, we were sold the idea that success meant balancing everything perfectly, but I've been questioning if the real goal is creating a life that feels meaningful for the season you're in. Here's what I dive into: 02:09 – How a scene f...

Building a brand from the ground up while navigating motherhood, identity shifts, and personal growth is no small thing. Katie Tingle, founder of Sabbia, shares how she went from struggling with her own skin to growing a global business by trusting her intuition and choosing herself in every season. We also talk about stepping back as your business grows, letting go of control, and redefining your...

In this episode of Behind the Fold, I speak with Kirsty Coates, founder of Beetl, a skincare brand born from one mother's search for a real solution to her child's skin. What began in the overwhelm of early motherhood has grown into a brand built on trust, intention, and personal experience.  Kirsty shares the reality of building a product-based business while raising a family, staying i...

In today's episode of Behind the Fold, I'm talking about the mental load of juggling motherhood, business, and everything in between. That feeling of having 37 tabs open in your mind? It's not just stress. It's an invisible layer of emotional and logistical work many women silently carry. Here's what I dive into: 02:16 – Why the invisible mental load drains your energy at...

In this episode of Behind the Fold , I sit down with Jodine Wolman, co-founder of Sortd, a startup transforming how we shop online. Jodine opens up about balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship while scaling the business and earning Forbes 30 Under 30 recognition. Jodine also shares her IVF journey, the growth strategies she used with her co-founder, Alexis Aaron, and the support systems that ma...

In today's episode of Behind the Fold, I'm diving into something that's been on my mind lately: trusting myself again. As a mom, a business owner, and someone navigating life's many responsibilities, I've found myself questioning my decisions and my ability to handle what's next. This episode is about moving forward with confidence. No waiting for the perfect moment,...

On this episode of Behind the Fold, I spoke with Emma Morris, a women's health expert and founder of Maia Mothers. Her clinic focuses on supporting women through fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum with a holistic approach that includes physical health, mental wellbeing, and motherhood support. We had a conversation about stress, motherhood, and what is actually happening inside our bodies d...

On this episode of Behind the Fold, I'm coming to you from a season that feels equal parts dreamy and overwhelming. Between celebrating a milestone birthday, a surprise visit from my best friend in Sydney, and navigating life as a business owner and mom of two, I've been reflecting on what this moment is really asking of me. I'm sharing five truths that are grounding me right now an...

In this episode of Behind The Fold, I sit down with Gab Galante to talk about a career pivot that many women quietly think about but rarely say out loud. After building an award-winning agency, Gab found herself questioning what success and alignment looked like after becoming a mother. We explore the honest and sometimes uncomfortable process of listening to those internal nudges and allowing you...

On this episode of Behind the Fold, I share a realization I didn't expect after having my second child: my ambition didn't disappear, it became clearer than ever. Instead of slowing down, I started seeing my goals, priorities, and timing differently. This solo episode is about the shift that happens when you stop believing ambition and motherhood have to compete. It's not about hust...