Take A MOment - with Moana Robinson

In this inspiring episode, Moana Robinson chats with Selene Chaves , founder of the Confident 40's Method, about her deeply personal journey from struggling with her weight and health to learning how to work with her body instead of constantly fighting against it. Selene opens up about growing up surrounded by dieting, experiencing bulimia as a teenager, being humiliated over her weight while...

In this inspiring episode, Moana Robinson chats with doctor, author and lifelong learner Samantha Nazareth about making the courageous decision to leave behind the life she had spent years building. In January 2023, Samantha stepped away from her home in New York , a decade-long relationship and the traditional clinical career that had shaped much of her adult identity. What began as a six-week sa...

In this inspiring episode, Moana Robinson chats with optometrist, businesswoman and author Shaina Zheng about her passion for transforming dry eye care and helping patients feel comfortable, understood and hopeful again. Shaina explains why dry eye is much more than a minor irritation and how the condition can affect a person’s daily life , emotional wellbeing, confidence and even their ability to...

In this powerful episode, Moana Robinson chats with Lara Portelli , an award-winning author, mentor and host of Midlife Unplugged: The F-It Years, a podcast that explores the raw, real and often life-changing conversations that come with midlife. Lara opens up about her unconventional childhood, her experience with domestic violence , workplace bullying , coercive control, and the long journey of...

In this inspiring episode, Moana Robinson chats with Monika Jain , a passionate entrepreneur and mum who shares her journey of building a global auction house from the ground up—starting when her daughter was just one year old. Monika opens up about the reality of starting a business while navigating motherhood, the internal battle of “ mum guilt ,” and the external pressures from society that oft...

In this episode of Take A MOment, Moana Robinson speaks with Nathalie Trott about an experience that began as a simple colour and style consultation but turned into a powerful journey of self-discovery. Originally recorded as a case study, this conversation revealed something much deeper than wardrobe choices. Nathalie shares how understanding her natural colour palette helped her realise why cert...

In this empowering episode, Moana chats with Kareena Glanville , who shares her raw and inspirational journey from losing everything—three homes, a business, and nearly her marriage—to creating a deeply fulfilling life and business based on intuition, authenticity, and aligned living. Kareena reveals how hitting rock bottom in 2010 with three young children and financial ruin became the catalyst f...

In this episode, Moana sits down with Kuve Bradley , a Body Code and Emotion Code practitioner, business coach, and co-author of Radiante and Legacy Business Builders . Kuve explains how Body Code works by tapping the subconscious (much like kinesiology) to ask clear yes/no questions—because, as she says, the body doesn’t lie . She shares that many imbalances and trapped emotions can be inherited...

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Take A MOment with Moana , Moana Robinson interviews Hitomi Kishida , a resilient and visionary woman who journeyed from Japan to Australia in 2003 with nothing more than a dream to learn English and pursue her passion for early childhood education. Starting out as a childcare worker with limited English and no local support, Hitomi overcame personal and...

In this heartfelt episode of Take A MOment , Moana sits down with the inspiring Karen Clark—founder of Clarkashians and Co, coach, speaker, and soulful entrepreneur. Karen shares her powerful experience of staying in business with her estranged husband for 12 years after their separation, all to provide stability for her daughters. During that time, she admits to “checking her soul at the door” ea...

In this episode, Moana Robinson Takes A MOment with Martha Mok, a passionate entrepreneur and founder of Yeah the Girls 40+, a thriving online community supporting women over 40. Martha shares her journey from enduring a 19-year abusive marriage to building a powerful network where women can find confidence, connection, and empowerment. Martha opens up about the challenges of stepping into leaders...

In this episode, Moana Robinson Takes A MOment with Chantal Gerardy, an inspiring entrepreneur and founder of Online Business Marketing . Chantal shares her journey from starting over in Australia as a mother of three with no financial or family support to building a successful six-figure business through sheer determination and self-taught marketing skills. Chantal opens up about overcoming impos...

In this inspiring episode of Take A MOment, Moana Robinson sits down with prolific author, advocate, and changemaker Kelly Markey. Having faced discrimination herself, Kelly turned her challenges into a powerful drive to create meaningful change. She shares how her work not only brings the unheard voices to life but also paves the way for global reform in critical social issues like suicide preven...

Angelique faced the immense challenge of raising her children alone. Through resilience and unwavering strength, she not only rebuilt her own life but also found a calling in helping others navigate their paths to healing. Blessed with a skill that truly impacts and empowers people's lives with real transformation, Angelique leverages technology to reach and assist people all over the world. S...

Discovering Identity: Christine Innes' Unveiled Story" delves into the transformative journey of Christine Innes, founder of The Corporate Escapist. Hosted by Moana Robinson, this episode explores Christine's resilience in overcoming life-altering challenges, including health issues, toxic relationships, and financial turmoil. Amidst adversity, Christine navigates an identity crisis,...

Moana Robinson chats to Kym McAuliffe Phillips about her challenges with menopause, serious injury and how she overcame these challenges. Kym has not only triumphed but has also brought a touch of warmth, energy, and passion to the removals industry. As a second-generation mover, Kym grew up amidst the success of McAuliffe’s Removalists & Storage. With over 30 years of experience in various fa...

Join Moana Robinson as she dives into the inspiring life of Rita Barbagallo (also known as "Barbee Barb), an exceptional mindset coach, international motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and emcee. With four published books under her belt, Rita is also the Director of Rita Barbagallo “The Red Peacock” and “Barbee Barb.” As a childrens entertainer and magician she has inspired and helped others...

Join host Moana Robinson in a captivating conversation with Jessie Sadler and Carol Taylor, the visionary minds behind Christina Stephens. In this exclusive interview, delve into the unique journey of these two designers, whose passion for fashion stems from their personal experiences with disability. Jess and Carol's venture into adaptive fashion was sparked by a pivotal moment – a fall that...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of "Take A MOment." In Episode 14, titled "From Trauma to Empowerment," we delve into a remarkable story of resilience and transformation. Join Moana Robinson in an engaging conversation with the incredible Michelle Sleight as they explore the journey from trauma to empowerment. In this episode, Michelle shares her personal journey as a mult...

Katie Gordon who had been suffering and overweight for 25 years is now in her 50s and is in the prime of her life, mentally, emotionally and physically. She is not winding down and thinking about retirement instead she is "winding up" and looking ahead at what she can build and experience for the next 40+ years.  Katie had put on 20 kgs when I was 21 and spent the next 25 years and over...

Moana Robinson chats with Angelica Alen, a resilient woman who faced a formidable challenge at the age of 38 when she received a stage 3 bowel cancer diagnosis. As a devoted wife and mother of two young children, Angelica underwent major surgery and intensive treatment to overcome this adversity, emerging not only as a survivor, but as a thriver. Today, Angelica has channelled her remarkable journ...

In this powerful interview, Moana sits down with Wendy Trevarthen, a remarkable woman who has faced not one, but three life-altering challenges with unwavering strength and determination. Wendy's life took an unexpected turn at the young age of 17, when her father fell critically ill, leaving him quadriplegic and dependent on others for even the most basic tasks, like breathing. This once-hero...

Join Moana in an inspiring and heartwarming conversation with acclaimed book author, Julie Fisher. In this captivating podcast episode, Julie shares her deeply personal journey as a mother to Darcy, her wonderful son born with Down Syndrome. Through her candid storytelling, Julie reveals the profound decision she made to nurture Darcy's life with love, meaningful experiences, and unwavering po...

Moana Robinson talks with Faizey Greaves, a remarkable woman who, at 71 years old, has overcome the challenges faced by women over 50 and achieved a fulfilling life. As a transformative coach at Transform Your Life Coaching, Faizey shares her inspiring journey of overcoming the fear of change. At 63, she lost her job, which left her feeling purposeless and directionless. Having immigrated to Austr...

Moana Robinson talks with Lisa Cox, an award-winning writer, Tedx speaker, author, motivational speaker, consultant, wife, model, and activist, who has an impressive following of almost 100,000 devoted supporters across various social platforms. Lisa Cox an extraordinary individual who has made it her mission to champion disability visibility and inclusivity. This is an incredible episode describi...