Growing Pains is the podcast delivering stories from seasoned adults to the up and comers. There seems to be different levels of 'adulting'. Growing Pains is here with the intention of sharing the experiences, challenges, successes, pains and major learnings from our guests' growing journey, in hopes to ease growing pains for transitioning adults.
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Welcome to She Inspires Me. Launched as a Facebook passion project back in 2017 She Inspires Me has been reborn to highlight the incredible women we all encounter in our everyday lives and how we can take inspiration from them. Thanks to our key sponsor Organise.Curate.Design., I welcome you to listen and get inspired as we showcase these incredible women.
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Welcome to REPRESENTED, the podcast. This is your weekly dose of inspiration that’ll support you to build a racially inclusive online business without letting the fear of getting it wrong get in the way. These episodes will provide insights, strategies, and discussions that break down barriers and empower you to navigate the racial equity landscape. I’m Annie Gichuru, your host as well as a Racial Equity Coach who supports online business owners such as coaches, course creators, membership o ...
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25. More Than One Thing Can Be True - A Story of Survival with Caroline Brunne
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Meet Caroline Brunne—a survivor coach, author, professional speaker, and entrepreneur. Caroline has transformed her traumatic experiences of childhood sexual abuse and incest into a beacon of hope and strength for others. Through her memoir, "More Than One Thing Can Be True: A Story of Survival," Caroline shares her healing journey, offering a raw …
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27. Deep Dives into REPRESENTED: Personal Stories and Revelations
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You'll definitely want to set aside about 50 mins for this conversation because it's simply a must-listen. Whether you are new to antiracism work or you've been doing this work for years, there so much to glean from. In this enlightening episode, I host a panel discussion with students from my recent round of REPRESENTED. Join me and Amy Robertson-…
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26. The Unplugged Woman with Social Media Self-Care Coach Misty Johnson
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I'm thrilled to share the latest episode featuring the incredible Misty Johnson, a Social Media Self-Care Coach and the inspiring host of The Unplugged Woman, Unplugged Podcast. Misty is on a mission to help us all embrace “JOLO” - The Joy of Living Offline. She guides her clients to unplug from social media in a simple, sustainable, and stress-fre…
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24. What People Are Getting Wrong About Racial Equity
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One of my students recently realised that true allyship isn't just about calling people out—there's a more effective and impactful approach that feels sustainable. This prompted me to share the things a lot of people are getting wrong about racial equity and in so doing making their journey a lot more complex than it needs to be. Key takeaways you'…
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23. From Dreamer To Activator with Annastacia Wainaina
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I'm joined by the phenomenal Annastacia Wainaina—a renowned speaker, coach, culture and leadership strategist, podcaster, author, and passionate advocate for children's protection and adoption. Annastacia's magnetic presence and unwavering commitment to making a difference have touched countless lives, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all…
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22. Where Capitalism Meets Racism with Stephanie MacKinnon
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Meet Stephanie MacKinnon, an internationally award-nominated Certified Life and Liberatory Leadership Coach, who brings over a decade of community facilitation experience and a Master's in Adult Education. Stephanie's expertise lies in helping changemakers and business owners navigate and resist the oppressive impacts of late-stage capitalism to re…
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21. Women of Colour Australia with Brenda Gaddi
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I sit down with Brenda Gaddi, the inspiring founder and managing director of Women of Colour Australia (WoCA). Brenda, a first-generation migrant from Manila, has spent over a decade building communities and advocating for racial equity. We explore the origins of the term "Women of Colour," discuss Brenda’s personal journey, including how her mothe…
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Building on the allyship discussion we've been having for the last couple of weeks, today we're diving into the concept of white saviourism. This often unnoticed behaviour can undermine genuine allyship and perpetuate harmful dynamics. I'll break down what white saviourism is, explore relatable examples, and discuss how to avoid it to become a more…
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I'm exploring a topic that's evolved significantly over the past few years: racial equity in small online businesses, particularly in the personal development and coaching industry. In 2024, we're witnessing a shift in the landscape of racial equity work. While global interest may have waned, especially within corporate structures, there's a resoun…
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18. How To Identify If You Are Being A Performative Ally
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I'm excited to explore with you the world of allyship—but not just any allyship. I'm talking about performative allyship and how to identify it. What are the pitfalls of performative activism, and the one most powerful exercise to know if you are being performative. Here's what you can expect: ▶ Unpacking the issue around using the term ally ▶ Othe…
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17. Creating Racially Inclusive Virtual Events
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Since 2020, we've seen a surge in online gatherings, but as virtual events become the norm, how do we ensure they're inclusive and welcoming to everyone, especially from a racial perspective? Join me as I share actionable strategies to create racial inclusion, promote diversity, and make virtual spaces feel like home for all. Here are some of the k…
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16. Networking in White Spaces as a Woman of Colour
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I'm addressing a question many women of colour face: How To Network in White Spaces. I share my personal experience of being the only Black woman in many rooms both in person and virtually and the challenges that come with it, from feeling isolated to facing microaggressions and unconscious biases. Despite these setback, you can still build your co…
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15. Burnout & Resilience with Jolinda Johnson
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Join me for this conversation with Jolinda Johnson, a Certified Life Coach and Holistic Health Coach, as she shares her journey of supporting changemakers and revolutionaries in reclaiming their spark amidst burnout. From her 5-step resilience blueprint to navigating burnout as a woman of colour, Jolinda unpacks the nuances of resilience, microaggr…
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14. Inclusive & Purpose-Led Bookkeeping with Bec Buchanan
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I love this conversation with Bec Buchanan, the visionary force behind Straight Up Bookkeeping. We discuss her extraordinary journey from corporate accountant to pioneering leader in the realm of virtual bookkeeping for purpose-led businesses. Bec shares how her commitment to racial equity and inclusivity has not only transformed her company but al…
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13. Thriving As An Inclusive Business with Shannon Dunn
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Tune in to the profound insights and transformative wisdom of Shannon Dunn, an international award-winning businesswoman, coach, and author, as she shares her extraordinary journey of integrity, inclusion, and impact. From resisting fleeting trends in the online coaching industry to embracing lifelong commitments, Shannon's story illuminates the po…
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12. Beyond Business - The Lasting Impact of Inclusion with Jess Miller
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I'm joined by my coach Jess Miller who is an integrative business strategist redefining success through safety, simplicity, and self-trust. We discuss Jess's journey from a multi-award-winning 7-figure business owner to a values-driven changemaker, prioritising racial equity and inclusion in the online business landscape. We explore the catalysts b…
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Over the last couple of weeks we've seen the topic of reverse racism take centre stage in the media following Matilda's captain Sam Kerr's charge on racial harassment against a police officer. I'm weighing in on this often misunderstood topic and offering a perspective that I hope will provide you with clarity on race and racism. Mentions: The Good…
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10. Unspoken Battles Facing Black Migrant Women In Coaching Spaces with Enda Gilbert
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We are going behind the scenes with Enda Gilbert, an internationally certified parental burnout practitioner to address the unique challenges faced by Black migrant women who are building businesses. We discuss the highs and lows of her path to establishing Enda Gilbert Coaching and Consultancy, offering a candid look at the often-unspoken difficul…
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9. The Dangers of Western Feminism to Black African Women with Elma Akob
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I engage in a captivating conversation with Elma Akob, CEO of Elevate Africa Academy and TEDx speaker. Together, we explore the intersection of Western feminism and its impact on the unique challenges faced by Black African women. From cancel culture to the dichotomy of global feminist concepts, Elma provides a fresh perspective. Get ready for insi…
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8. Just Tell Me What To Do. The Problem With This Kind of Thinking
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There's this common urge we all feel, especially when delving into the complexities of racial equity – that desire to have someone just spell it out for us, to say, "Just tell me what to do." Well, here's the thing: I've got three key insights to share with you about why this mentality might not be serving you as well as you think. So, if you've ev…
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7. The Toxicity of Perfectionism in Anti-Racism
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In the pursuit of dismantling systemic racism, many well-intentioned individuals find themselves shackled by an unexpected adversary – perfectionism. Today, I'm diving into the toxic dance between perfectionism and anti-racism work, exploring how this quest for flawlessness may unwittingly perpetuate the very structures we aim to dismantle. If you …
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Today's episode has been inspired by a past student who shared with me that she was learning from multiple educators at the same time. I've seen this occur quite a few times with online business owners who are so keen to grow that they want to learn from different educators simultaneously. So I'm cutting through the fluff and sharing why this is a …
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Cultural appropriation is a heated topic that comes up in the online space on a regular basis. If you've never paid attention before or found the topic too difficult to understand, you'll want to listen to this episode. I explore the impact of cultural appropriation in business, define cultural appropriation in a way that you will be able to rememb…
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I'm tackling the nuanced topic of white tears and the crucial role of holding space for them. I take you behind the scenes to share a personal moment from a brave client who discusses her painful journey carrying shame and guilt. I explore the concept of white fragility and how it gives rise to white tears, as well as the importance of hearing from…
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In this heartfelt episode, I had the privilege of welcoming my very first guest, Nartarsha Bamblett, a powerful advocate and educator for First Nations people in Australia. Nartarsha, also known as Queen Acknowledgments, shares the origins of her name and how it reflects her journey of healing and self-development. We discuss the significance of Ac…
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2. My predictions for inclusion work in 2024
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In this episode, I'm diving into some eye opening predictions for the future of racial inclusion in the online coaching industry. I'm sharing six key insights that touch on important areas like racial inclusion in programs, the increasing demand for diverse perspectives, a shift in global advertising strategies, reimagining payment plans, making de…
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1. This is what happens when you prioritise inclusion
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In this episode of REPRESENTED podcast, the focus is on understanding the critical importance of prioritising inclusion work within the framework of business strategies. Often perceived as an optional addition, inclusion work is revealed to be an integral component of successful and sustainable business models. I share compelling case studies, illu…
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Hey there lovely. Welcome to the REPRESENTED podcast. I'm Annie Gichuru your host and Racial Equity Coach for online business owners who are ready to build racially equitable businesses so they can be intentionally inclusive. If you've been on the look out for a podcast that can gently lead you on your racial awareness and inclusion journey, I'm ex…
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Money & Property with Katherine Persoglia
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For some of us, the thought of purchasing property or being financially independent can seem out of reach, no matter your age. But for young adults purchasing property can be the last thing on their minds due to the list of questions around the topic. Katherine Persoglia is here to demystify the thoughts around purchasing property and to help all o…
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Showing up in the world is hard with the juggle of having an online presence whilst also attempting to feel confident when speaking to people in person. In this episode, Caroline chats with Andrew Morello, a man who well and truly has the gift of the gab and is also Living the Dream. Andrew may have been confident from a very young age but he also …
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Lessons from our Parents with Jump Daddy & Dr Tom Geue
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Caroline chats with Jump Daddy, one of the members of the duo behind the Dad to Me podcast. Jump Daddy shares what he has learnt in his experience as an adult in taking lessons from his parents and how to battle the tug of war that often occurs as we see our parents as the established adults that there are vs the 'don't tell me what to do' angst th…
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Delicious Food on a Budget with Johnny Di Francesco
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Food is something we experience from a very young age. We all remember meals that our parents and loved ones cooked for us and for most of us food forms a vital part of our culture and brings back our earliest living memories. As you move from childhood to adulthood, and you are thrust into the world of managing your budget it can be difficult to e…
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Better Conversations with Shantelle Thompson, Gemma Saunders & Lilian Kikuvi
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Shantelle Thompson, Gemma Saunders & Lilian Kikuvi are the powerhouse women behind the Becoming Better Together Collective. They believe that once we know ourselves, our contexts and each other better, we can do better, together in a culture first decade! That is why the Collective's vision is becoming better, together! The Becoming Better Together…
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Caroline chats with Angela Ceberano a professionally trained PR consultant and founder of Flourish PR and Marco & Co. Angela is a woman with a wealth of experience and a woman who well and truly knows the way our bodies can burnout when we stretch them too far. Angela will share the journey of her career, and what has happened to her as she has nav…
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Becoming an adult is hard and it can come with some serious growing pains. We want to ease that pain for you! We've pulled together some really incredible interesting people who are also fully grown adults to share their stories and lessons. Over the upcoming episodes, in this first season, which is a six-part series, our host Caroline Brunne will …
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Christine Teo: A senior government advisor, social worker, entrepreneur, human rights advocate, policy writer, educator, visionary, and public speaker using her time on this earth to make a significant ...
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In a challenging yet incredible episode, Caroline chats with Christine as they discuss the complex and astonishing facts around human trafficking and sexual abuse, the work that is being done to create safety for the victims, and the hope that lives in survivors. Show Notes:Connect with Christinehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/christineteo28/ Support t…
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Tina Tower: A seasoned businesswoman on a mission to help 100 women build a $1 million a year business by 2025
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Caroline chats with Tina about her beginnings in business, travelling the world with her family and how to move your business from an in-person space to an online empire. Show Notes:https://www.tinatower.com/https://www.facebook.com/TinaTowerAuhttps://www.instagram.com/tina_tower/ Tina's book One Life - https://www.tinatower.com/offers/7adKzhSz/che…
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Amanda Hodgson: A woman on a quest to #bebetter, Amanda works as a performance coach where she hacks human potential and elevates performance
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Caroline chats with Amanda as they dive into everything from social media reels to what it is like surviving COVID19, but not in the way one might originally think. This episode has some interesting surprises that we hope you enjoy. Show Notes:https://www.ahcoaching.coach/https://www.facebook.com/AmandaHodgsonCoaching/https://instagram.com/amanda_h…
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Jaqui O'Donohoe: A woman who lives a life of adventure, who has a goal is to inspire a little adventure in all of us
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Join Caroline as she chats with Jaqui about being a Navy Brat, the difference between motivation and discipline, and the experience of writing and publishing your first book. Show Notes:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaquiclark/https://www.jaquiodonohoe.com.au/https://www.instagram.com/jaquiodonohoe/https://www.facebook.com/Jaqui-ODonohoe-105745354557…
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Sharon Green: Founding editor of SHE DEFINED, a digital lifestyle publication for smart, savvy women who are in search of more
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Caroline chats with Sharon about her endless curiously that has fueled her passion for journalism and her drive to represent women in the media. Show Notes:Sharon Green:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonjgreen/ She Defined:https://shedefined.com.au/https://www.facebook.com/shedefined/https://www.instagram.com/shedefinedmag/…
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Kerry Cooke: A woman of many skills who juggles different roles and loves. Kerry embraces that she is not an anything, but at the same time she is an everything - an important lesson in life, the letting ...
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Enjoy one of our longer episodes as Caroline chats to Kerry Cooke about everything from being a book designer to the difference between psychics and mediums, to Kerry's business A Dog's Best Mate. If you're wondering, how do all of those topics go together you'll just have to make a cuppa and tune in to hear all about Kerry and her adventures. Show…
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Rebecca Tapp: A CEO, creator and changemaker, who is assisting leaders to unlock ancient intuitive wisdom with a focus on navigating the future
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Caroline chats with Rebecca Tapp as they dive into an array of topics. Covering childhood trauma, the power of healing, finding your purpose and chakra intelligence, there is something for everyone in this episode. Show Notes:Rebecca Tapphttps://www.rebeccatapp.com/https://www.facebook.com/rebeccaktapphttps://www.instagram.com/rebecca.tapp/ Future …
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Melissa Martin: A woman with a rockstar paralegal past who now spends her days working as a photographer creating images for ambitious leaders and business owners
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Caroline chats with Melissa as they talk through her windy road from the rockstar, to the paralegal, to the mother, to the photographer. Melissa is a delight to listen to and shares some real ah-ha moments that we can all think about as we discover our own personal brand. Show Notes:Melissa Martin:https://www.melissamartinphotography.com/https://ww…
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Nikki Hind: The founder of Blind Grit, single mother of two BRILLIANT boys & Australia's first legally blind fashion designer
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Join Caroline as she chats to Nikki Hind about her experience of a stroke that left her legally blind, the grit involved in overcoming adversity and the joy that comes from following your dreams and being an optimist, with the drive of fierce passion and love. Show Notes:Blind Grit:https://blindgrit.com/https://www.facebook.com/Blind-Grit-257191458…
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Hala Abdelnour: A woman who has dedicated her career to supporting individuals and families who are experiencing various hardships, including family violence
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Caroline chats with Hala as they discuss the complexities of family violence, the misconceptions in this space and gain a greater understanding of intersectionality. Note: Listeners may find this episode and the topic of family violence triggering, resources to support listeners can be found in our show notes. Show Notes:You can connect with Hala v…
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Maritza Barone: A woman of many talents whose goal is to elevate people in the world, who are pushing humanity forward - through the content she creates and is involved in
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Maritza joins Caroline from beautiful Fiji as they chat about purpose, connection and things you can't unhear. Show Notes:https://www.maritzabarone.com/instagram.com/maritza_barone/https://www.facebook.com/MaritzaCBarone Conscious Conversationshttps://www.consciousconversations.live/ Things you can't unhearhttps://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/thin…
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Lauren Oliver: A woman dedicated to empowering mothers, building community and changing lives
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Caroline chats with Lauren Oliver, founder of Mums Who Wine as they discuss the leap of faith from corporate to entrepreneur, what community connection means to Lauren and the difference Mums Who Wine has made to over ten thousand women. Show Notes:Mums Who Winehttps://www.mumswhowine.com.au/instagram.com/mumswhowine_au/https://www.facebook.com/mum…
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Dr Jodi Richardson: Professional speaker, author and wellbeing educator who is helping people dial down anxiety and move forward to do everything that's important to them
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Caroline and Dr Jodi Richardson dive into some venerable stories of anxiety, childhood and motherhood as Jodi shares her insights on how we can support our children and ourselves to thrive whilst working towards positive mental health. Show Notes:https://drjodirichardson.com.au/https://www.facebook.com/DrJodiRichardsonhttps://instagram.com/drjodiri…
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Mayase Jere: A human-centred Technologist making education accessible to every child and increasing the leadership of women in STEM
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Caroline chats with Mayase Jere as they explore agile software development, the challenges of diversity in leadership, the pay gap, story telling and so much more! Show Notes:Mayase Jere -https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayasejere/ The Art of Otherness -https://www.artofotherness.com/https://www.instagram.com/art_of_otherness/ Mayase's favourite pieces…
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Brigitte Warne: A woman with a passion for fostering a more 'age-positive' culture, both in Australia and overseas
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Caroline & Brigitte chat all things modelling, diversity and the opportunities in marketing for age representation. Show Notes:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brigitte-warne-97973541/https://www.instagram.com/brigwarne/ Silverfox Management:https://www.silverfoxmgmt.com.au/https://www.facebook.com/silverfoxmgmt/https://www.instagram.com/silverfoxmgmt/…
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