Best Lauren Freedman Podcasts (2024)

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When Sleep Isn’t Enough: The Seven Types of Rest 46:34

4d ago46:34

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Subscribe to Mamamia When you’re feeling exhausted - like so many of us are - what do you do? Most of us think we need more sleep. But, it turns out, sleep and rest are not the same thing. In fact, we can be tired in different ways, and each one of those ways requires a different kind of rest. In this episode of No Filter, Mia talks to Dr. Saundra …

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The Power of Delegation and Trust in Leadership with Christine Fuchs 47:57

8d ago47:57

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In this conversation, Nadia interviews Christine Fuchs, Publishing Director at Horizont, about her journey in the media and publishing industry and the leadership and mentorship initiatives at Horizon. Christine shares how she got into the media industry and her various roles before finding her passion in publishing. She discusses the importance of…

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Sam & Nia: The Couple Who Survived The Ashley Madison Cheating Scandal 39:06

11d ago39:06

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You can hear the second half of Mia's conversation with Sam & Nia here. Subscribe to Mamamia What would you do if your husband cheated? And what if you found out about it at the same time the whole world did. That’s what happened to Nia. She found out her husband, Sam, had been unfaithful to her when all the data from the Ashley Madison website was…

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What If Your Best Friend Was Your Soulmate? 49:01

18d ago49:01

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Subscribe to Mamamia Some friendships have everything a romantic relationship has, they’re just as intense but without the sex. Why aren't they seen as equally important? In this episode of No Filter, Rhaina Cohen is asking: what if our friends are our soulmates? And she shares some powerful friendship stories, from those who have chosen each other…

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Embracing Diversity: Creating an Inclusive Workplace with Randi White 55:41

22d ago55:41

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In this episode of the Women Lead podcast, host Nadia Koski engages in a dynamic conversation with Randi White, Senior Vice President at Day One Agency. Randi shares her inspiring journey in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) touching on her multicultural upbringing and how it has shaped her perspective. She emphasizes the importanc…

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How Remy And Alain Became Fathers To Three Children Overnight 46:47

25d ago46:47

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Subscribe to Mamamia When Remington and his husband Alain welcomed three children into their home 18 months ago, as foster parents, they knew their lives would never be the same. What they didn't know is how long their children would stay. In Australia, thousands of children find themselves in foster care for various reasons: neglect, abuse, trauma…

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BONUS EPISODE: Why Lauren Jackson Came Back To Basketball At 41 45:35

29d ago45:35

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Subscribe to Mamamia Lauren Jackson is the GOAT in Australian women's basketball. Her last Olympic games was in 2012 and she retired from the sport in 2016 after a routine leg wax while recovering from an ACL injury went bad. Then, in 2022, aged 41, she made a comeback to the sport and now at 43 she is part of the team who qualified for the Paris 2…

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Patric Gagne Is A Sociopath 50:54

1M ago50:54

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You can hear the second half of Mia's conversation with Patric here. Subscribe to Mamamia Patric Gagne is not what most people picture when they hear the word ‘sociopath’. For example, she’s married and has two children. She’s a functioning member of society. She has friends. Sociopaths tend to lie, break laws, act impulsively and they have little …

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BONUS EPISODE: Katrina Gorry's Most Vulnerable Interview Yet 40:49

1M ago40:49

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Subscribe to Mamamia In the second episode of our 3-part No FIlter mini-series featuring interviews with Olympians before they head to Paris to compete, Matilda's star Katrina Gorry opens up to guest host Libby Trickett in a way that takes them both by surprise. Gorry captured our hearts at the Women’s World Cup in 2023- as did her two-year-old dau…

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3 Powerhouse Leaders: Sarah Emmerich, Verena Gründel, Maud Schock - LIVE from HORIZONT Snowmasters 1:29:56

1M ago1:29:56

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Nadia Koski took to the snow-covered Austrian slopes to record this special Women Lead episode live from the Horizont Snowmasters event in Lech Zürs. She sat down with three female leaders who are making incredible strides in their fields: Sarah Emmerich, founder and business creator of Emmerich Relations, expert in in influencer marketing, Directo…

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The Long Goodbye 50:39

1M ago50:39

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Subscribe to Mamamia The first time Keri Kitay’s mother Terry forgot where she parked her car, she was surprised and annoyed. But she wasn’t alarmed. It wasn’t until years later that she would realise it was one of the first signs of early onset Alzheimers which would slowly dismantle her mother’s life. There are around 15 Australians per 1,000 liv…

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BONUS EPISODE: Vanessa Was Hit By A Train, She's Now A Paralympian 40:16

1M ago40:16

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Subscribe to Mamamia When Vanessa Low was 15, she accidentally stumbled off an overcrowded platform and was hit by a train. She lost both her legs around the knee, broke multiple other bones and was placed in a coma. A couple years later she was competing internationally. She’s now a Paralympic gold and silver medallist, six-time World Championship…

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Throuple Life: Rowan Mangan And Her Two Wives 44:51

2M ago44:51

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Subscribe to Mamamia Rowan Mangan never expected to be part of a throuple. Neither did her two partners, Martha Beck and Karen Gerdes who had been together for several decades before Rowan came into their lives. Today, the three women are in a monogamous relationship with one another and are raising a toddler after Rowan gave birth to their daughte…

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Building a Supportive Professional Community and Work-Family Balance with Fiona Salmon 47:30

2M ago47:30

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In this episode, Nadia Koski chats with Fiona Salmon, a leader in the ad tech space for over 20 years and a passionate supporter for sustainability in the digital landscape. Fiona shares her career trajectory from start-ups in contextual advertising to brand safety and search technology, always coupled with her passion and focus on sustainability. …

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Ozempic: Johann Hari's Very Personal Story 49:01

2M ago49:01

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You can hear the second half of Mia's conversation with Johann here. Subscribe to Mamamia This is a story about a massive dilemma we're all about to face. What if there was a 'magic pill' that could turn off your appetite? Would you take it? Ozempic and other weight loss injections are predicted to have as much impact on our culture as smartphones.…

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What Happened When Marian Keyes Couldn’t Write 54:16

2M ago54:16

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Subscribe to Mamamia Marian Keyes, one of the most successful authors in the world, has forgotten how to read three times. Once when she fell into a pit of depression that lasted four years and nearly cost her her marriage and her life. Once at the start of Covid. And last year, after her father died. Marian joins Mia Freedman to reveal how she got…

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Reflections on New Opportunities and Springtime Vibes with Nadia Koski 9:46

2M ago9:46

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Today on Women Lead Nadia drops in for a quick check-in amongst the hustle and bustle of springtime event season. She shares a few thoughts about capitalizing on the air of opportunity and new starts that come with the springtime and reflects on how we can sometimes get too set in our ways. What do we have to do to break out of that cycle and be op…

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17-Year-Old Fletcher Crowley Became Paraplegic Six Months Ago 1:12:49

2M ago1:12:49

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Subscribe to Mamamia On September 10, 2023, 17-year-old Fletcher Crowley’s life changed in an instant when an ordinary day out with his mates went bad. In that moment, his whole family was impacted in ways they’re only just starting to understand. So six months later, how are they doing? Fletcher and his parents, Nicky and Pat join Mia Freedman to …

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The Business Of Tammy Hembrow’s Body 59:12

2M ago59:12

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You can hear the second half of Mia's conversation with Tammy here. Subscribe to Mamamia Tammy Hembrow is rich, famous and entirely self-made. At just 29, she has two thriving businesses worth an estimated $50m, three kids, two ex fiancés, she’s getting married in a few months to a man she insists is the love of her life. Yes, back in 2018 she had …

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Applying Strategic Mindset to Expand Your Career with Vesselina Markova-Kauffmann 47:11

3M ago47:11

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In this episode, Nadia Koski interviews Vesselina Markova-Kauffmann, Brand Partnerships Leader Retail at TikTok. They discuss Vesselina's series, #EmpowerHerFridays, where she interviews inspirational women and shares their stories. Vesselina talks about her career journey, from studying politics to finding her passion in marketing and sales. She e…

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‘Meeting The Terrorist Who Killed My Son, James Foley’ 54:57

3M ago54:57

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Subscribe to Mamamia James Foley’s death was unimaginable. He was a journalist held hostage by ISIS for two years in Syria and killed in 2014 as a threat to America. Footage of him wearing an orange jumpsuit, forcibly reading a message before being beheaded was posted to Twitter. The media coverage of the event had the second most recognition in re…

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‘Australia’s Most Sexually Active Woman’ On Positions, Pleasure and Money 48:08

3M ago48:08

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You can hear the second half of Mia's conversation with Annie here. Subscribe to Mamamia At the intersection of sex, marketing and the gig economy, you will find Annie Knight, who has been branded ‘Australia’s Most Sexually Active Woman’. Annie is a 27-year-old Brisbane woman who makes her own sex content and sells it to subscribers via Only Fans w…

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Learn From Six Top Leaders in Media on Combatting Gender Bias and Promoting Inclusion 42:56

3M ago42:56

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In this special episode of Women Lead, host Nadia Koski grabs all the best content from her recent International Women's Day webinar, which explored the vital topic of inclusion and gender bias in the workplace. The insightful discussion with her six stellar female leaders and panelists was rich with takeaways and "a-ha" moments. Franziska Brückner…

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‘One Day You Wake Up And It Hits You’, Kayla Itsines On Knowing He’s Not Your Person 57:45

3M ago57:45

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Subscribe to Mamamia When Kayla Itsines’ fitness empire was at its peak, she’d just had her first baby. Behind the scenes she was feeling her absolute worst and was internally screaming “when is this gonna get better?” She ended her relationship with her business partner and fiance Tobi Pearce and they later sold their company for hundreds of milli…

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Mia Freedman: Why can’t we go for a f***ing run? 9:53

3M ago9:53

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Support Mamamia With the news that a man has been charged with the murder of Samantha Murphy after she disappeared in Ballarat when she went for a Sunday morning run near her home six weeks ago, women are feeling heartsick and despairing and furious and so very tired at what seems like the impossible task of staying safe while trying to live our li…

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Nicho Hynes On ‘Head Noise’, Hustle And Loving Your Mum 42:02

3M ago42:02

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You can hear the second half of Kate's conversation with Nicho here. Subscribe to Mamamia How far would you go to help your parents if they were in trouble? Nicho Hynes is a loyal son and has devoted himself to his mum in unfathomable ways after she was involved in a high profile drugs case. The NRL star is well known as a famous football player bu…

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International Women's Day 2024 Special: Invisible Women with Alina Heiner 47:50

3M ago47:50

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It is International Women's Day in 2024 and today we wanted to bring you a special episode for the occasion. In this conversation, Nadia Koski and Alina Heiner discuss the book 'Invisible Women: Exposing Data Bias in a World Designed for Men' by Caroline Criado Perez. We often think and talk about the challenges that women face in the workplace and…

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International Women's Day Teaser 5:27

4M ago5:27

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Women's Day 2024 is a crucial time to sit up and pay attention. To celebrate all that women have and are achieving, but also to inform ourselves of the challenges we still need to overcome. This week, Women Lead will be releasing a special episode on March 8th for Women's Day. Today we have a quick check-in on why it's so important, and what we wil…

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‘The Hangover That Made Me Get Sober’ 1:01:22

4M ago1:01:22

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Subscribe to Mamamia Victoria Vanstone started drinking at 11 but it took several decades and two children to realise her drinking was a problem. For her and for others. An embarrassing problem she could no longer ignore. In this episode of No Filter, guest host Kate Langbroek speaks to Victoria about the massive red flags she missed in her twentie…

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‘My Husband And I Sleep With Other People’ 37:42

4M ago37:42

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You can hear the second half of Kate's conversation with Abbey and Liam here. Subscribe to Mamamia Is having sex with other people the key to a happy marriage? Abbey and Liam have been together for 12 years. They have slept with other people for the majority of that time alongside navigating raising their five year old son. Non-monogamy is not a ne…

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The Mental Load Women Carry with Arianna Brown 43:30

4M ago43:30

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In this episode of Women Lead, Nadia interviews Arianna Brown, a senior sales leader and advertising growth expert. From her global adventures to thought-provoking discussions, they explore topics like cultivating a positive mindset, embracing change, and the persistent issue of the mental load carried by women. They also delve into the impact of l…

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30 Bananas A Day. 20 Mangoes For Lunch. The Disordered World Of Fruitarians 52:38

4M ago52:38

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Subscribe to Mamamia Jacqueline Alnes was fit and healthy until one day she collapsed. That was the start of it. Her search for answers took her down a rabbit-hole of disordered eating that led to the Fruitarian movement where eating 30 bananas or 20 mangoes a day was considered 'treatment'. So how does anyone get swept up in such a strange and dan…

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Balancing Authenticity and Professionalism: How to Be Yourself while Asserting Your Expertise as a New Manager with Anna Åstrand 37:36

4M ago37:36

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In this episode of Women Lead, Anna Åstrand discusses her journey in sales and the importance of balancing authenticity and professionalism in the media industry. She shares her experiences of expressing her individuality and the challenges of transitioning into a managerial role. The significance of open dialogue shouldn't be underestimated and li…

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Andy Lee On Failing Upwards 54:49

5M ago54:49

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Subscribe to Mamamia Andy Lee is one of the most successful and loved people in the Australian entertainment industry and he puts some of his biggest successes down to luck, which isn’t true. In this chat with Kate Langbroek, Andy opens up about how important it is to tell your friends how you feel, how he and Hamish haven’t always vibed with certa…

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Poppy King Is Back, Baby 40:42

5M ago40:42

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Subscribe to Mamamia In 1991, Poppy King launched a range of seven matt lipsticks, named after the seven deadly sins. She was 19 years old. Within three years, the company had grown to be one of the biggest cosmetic companies in Australia. In 1995 she received the Young Australian Of The Year award and that year the company made a profit of $6.5 mi…

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Get Motivated in 2024: Some of our Top Podcasts, Books and Series to Get You Inspired 19:04

5M ago19:04

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Ciao dear listeners! Today I wanted to do something a little different and take you on a solo journey as I dive into the new year with some inspirational media for you to check out. On every episode of the Women Lead Podcast I always ask the guests which books, series and podcasts are inspiring them at the moment and so today I am bringing you some…

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Not Just Another Ghost Story With Tristan Redman 56:53

5M ago56:53

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Subscribe to Mamamia This isn’t just another ghost story. This one has far too many creepy and strange coincidences. Journalist Tristan Redman had unexplained things happen in his childhood bedroom. And he wasn’t the only one. There was another family, who lived in the same house, who had similar stories. The house really did seem… well… haunted. T…

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The 'Exit Affair' That Changed Kim France's Life 27:50

5M ago27:50

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Subscribe to Mamamia No Filter is back with new episodes for 2024, up first: Kim France was a successful magazine editor and she’d been married for a few years when she realised her marriage was in trouble. At a time in her life when she was going through enormous upheaval in her health and her career, she had an affair. It changed everything. Kim …

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BEST OF: Jeni Has 2,682 Personalities 1:24:50

5M ago1:24:50

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Watch Jeni's interview in video form here Subscribe to Mamamia After experiencing an unthinkable trauma, Jeni Haynes created multiple personalities to help her deal with the pain. 2681 personalities, in fact. And during the course of this conversation, we meet seven of them. This is Jeni’s incredible, and ultimately inspiring story. THE END BITS: W…

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Leading Intergenerational Teams: How to Establish Authority & Open Communication with Beth Freedman 54:51

5M ago54:51

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Women Lead is starting 2024 off with a bang! Tune into this dynamic episode where host, Nadia Koski, dives into some of leadership’s learning curves for young managers with special guest, Beth Freedman, CEO dentsuX, UK. Beth brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, offering invaluable advice for young leaders who find themselves ma…

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BEST OF: Stolen Focus - Why You Can't Pay Attention 59:36

6M ago59:36

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Want more from Johann? Listen to the rest of his chat with Mia here Subscribe to Mamamia Does your brain feel a bit like a marshmallow lately? Do you find it hard to concentrate? Do you pick up your phone only to find that an hour has passed and you’re down some obscure rabbit hole that’s landed you on the Facebook page of your high school English …

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BEST OF: Conceived In A Police Cell, Adopted By A Billionaire: Betty Klimenko’s Incredible Story 37:37

6M ago37:37

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Listen to Part Two of Mia's interview with Betty here. Subscribe to Mamamia Betty Klimenko was conceived in a police cell, then adopted by a billionaire. This is one of the most interesting life stories you could imagine. THE END BITS: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au Need more lols…

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BEST OF: Ben Crowe Knows How You Can Find Your Core Purpose 54:40

6M ago54:40

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Subscribe to Mamamia There’s a good reason why Ben Crowe is Australia’s most in-demand professional mentor and leadership coach. Before he started his own business, called MojoCrowe, Ben worked in the ‘Just Do It’ team - helping Nike’s athletes work out who they are outside the sport they were famous for. He’s worked with everyone from Ash Barty, t…

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BEST OF: David Gillespie Knows How To Spot A Psychopath 46:39

6M ago46:39

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Subscribe to Mamamia When you think of a psychopath, you probably imagine someone like serial killer Ivan Milat. But according to David Gillespie, it's more likely to be your boss or your grandma. Five to 10 per cent of the population qualify as psychopathic, and the rate can be as high as 20 percent among corporate leaders and politicians. So how …

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BEST OF: 804 Days In An Iranian Prison 54:11

6M ago54:11

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You can hear the second half of Mia's conversation with Kylie here. Subscribe to Mamamia On the 12th of September, 2018, Australian Academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert was arrested at Tehran’s International Airport in Iran. She spent 804 days incarcerated in Tehran’s Evin and Qarchak prison for espionage, a crime she never committed. She was an innocent A…

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BONUS: We Need To Talk About 'It' With Naomi Watts, Alison Brahe-Daddo & Dr Ginni Mansberg 52:16

6M ago52:16

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Subscribe to Mamamia There’s something we need to talk about more. Naomi Watts, Alison Brahe-Daddo & Dr Ginni Mansberg sat down with Mia Freedman to talk about the Bermuda Triangle of women’s health. The funny and the not so pleasurable, hot mess stuff. They get real about the rollercoaster that is menopause and peri-menopause. The chaos, brain fog…

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Women Lead 2023 Wrapped - End Of Year Special 42:10

6M ago42:10

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Welcome to a special 2023 Wrapped - End of Year episode! Join Nadia as she sits down with Women Lead's audio engineer, Phil, to reflect on the moments that made this year truly remarkable. In this episode, Nadia shares insights into some of her favorite conversations from the past year. From thought-provoking discussions to heartwarming moments, sh…

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Blue Wiggle Anthony Field Didn't Know He Had Depression 42:08

6M ago42:08

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You can hear the second half of Mia's conversation with Anthony here. Subscribe to Mamamia Anthony Field was a founding member of the Wiggles and decades later, he’s the only one still performing with the group in his iconic blue skivvy. In the No Filter studio, Anthony opened up about his crippling panic attacks and depression, how he managed his …

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Asher Keddie On Strife And Her Life 58:24

6M ago58:24

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Subscribe to Mamamia Asher Keddie has been one of Australia’s most acclaimed and beloved actors for decades. From Love My Way to Offspring, Paper Giants, Nine Perfect Strangers, The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart, she has won awards and hearts in equal measure. She is now starring in the dramedy Strife, about an imperfect woman who leaves a high profil…

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Embracing Entrepreneurial Thinking: A Journey to Intrapreneurship with Stephanie Scheller 33:10

7M ago33:10

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In this episode of Women Lead, Nadia Koski discusses embracing change with Stephanie Scheller, Managing Partner Sustainable Solutions at Omnicom Media Group. What does it mean to be an intrapreneur? Stephanie sheds light on what it means to embrace entrepreneurial thinking within a corporate environment and the impact it can have on driving change …

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