• Nala | Undies, Inclusivity & Viral Campaigns with founder Chloe de Winter | Ep 98
    Oct 1 2024

    Chloe de Winter is the co-founder of Nala, a wildly better underwear brand that has gained a cult following for its comfortable and affordable bras and undies. Nala is dedicated to creating sustainable, stylish underwear that doesn't compromise on comfort or design. Using bio-based fabrics and ethical practices, the brand caters to all genders and sizes, empowering customers to feel confident, sexy, and supported daily. Before being the "bra lady," Chloe built a career as a physiotherapist and master Pilates instructor, founding the premium online platform, Go Chlo Pilates.

    Mentioned in Conversation:

    • Creating vibrant, eco-friendly underwear for women and non-binary individuals
    • Supporting all genders and sizes by designing with inclusivity and diversity as core principles
    • Keeping sustainability as integral to the brand across packaging and materials
    • The challenges of balancing motherhood and business - everything she’s still figuring out

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    45 mins
  • Jessica Maguire | Science of the Nervous System, Embracing Awe, Nature’s Healing Power, Leading Through Co-Regulation, Shifting our Sense of Self with Jessica Maguire | Ep 97.
    Sep 17 2024

    Jessica Maguire is an internationally published author, TEDx speaker, and leading nervous system educator who has impacted over 15,000 students worldwide. With a Master’s in Physiotherapy and nearly two decades of experience, Jessica has pioneered a global movement in nervous system education.


    Through her innovative approaches, Jessica provides clear, actionable tools that help her clients achieve lasting physical and emotional well-being. Specializing in simplifying complex neuroscience, she empowers individuals to address anxiety, chronic pain, and burnout. Her expertise includes trauma-sensitive biofeedback, polyvagal theory, and neuroplasticity, offering a comprehensive approach to creating meaningful changes in the brain and body.


    Mentioned in Conversation:

    • Nervous System Foundations: Jessica explained the different states of the nervous system and how it supports drive and goals.

    • Brain-Body Connection: The nervous system as a link between the brain and body.

    • Connection to Nature: The impact of nature and awe on regulating the nervous system.

    • Sense of Self: How sensory information shapes our sense of self affecting our perception of safety and creativity.

    • Leadership and Nervous System Influence: How leaders' nervous systems influence others and the importance of self-regulation and awareness.



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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Wandering Folk | Journey of Art and Adventure, Sustainable Fabrics and Production, Maintaining A Creative Practice Amongst Business and Motherhood with Founder Sharnee Thorpe | Ep 96
    Sep 10 2024

    Sharnee Thorpe is the creative entrepreneur and renowned print designer behind Byron Bay's beloved brand, Wandering Folk. As the founder, owner, and creative director, Sharnee's passion for creating premium picnic essentials has captivated adventure and art lovers worldwide. Her love for nature and exploration blossomed early, leading to a life enriched by global travels in cities like LA, Melbourne, and Sydney. These experiences, combined with her exceptional talent as a print designer, established her reputation as one of Australia’s most sought-after creatives. We take a deep dive into her creative practice and its metamorphosis through youth, adventure, business, and motherhood.

    Mentioned in Conversation:

    • Sharnee's journey as an Artist from a Sydney print designer to the visionary behind Wandering Folk

    • The travel inspiration behind bringing Wandering Folk to life

    • Holding sustainability at the forefront of design and development across all aspects of the business

    • Maintaining a connected creative practice amidst business and motherhood



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    46 mins
  • Great Wrap | Securing Startup Funding, Tackling 150,000 Tonnes of Plastic Stretch Wrap, Becoming AFR Sustainability Leaders, Being Science & Technology Driven with Founder Julia Kay Ep 95.
    Sep 3 2024

    Founded by Julia and Jordy Kay, Great Wrap is leading the charge with innovative solutions to tackle the staggering 150,000 tonnes of plastic stretch wrap dumped into our landfills annually. Recently awarded B Corp Certification and recognised with numerous awards including as a Category Innovator in the AFR Sustainability Leaders List Great Wrap stands at the forefront of sustainable change. With a background in architecture, Julia witnessed firsthand the alarming levels of waste in the construction industry, sparking her determination to make a difference. In 2019, she and Jordy co-founded Great Wrap, pioneering stretch wrap production from food waste at their solar-powered facilities in Victoria. Join us as we delve into Julia’s inspiring journey, driven by a relentless commitment to a greener future for our planet and generations to come.

    Mentioned in Conversation:

    • Why the industry is getting behind Great Wrap and how it's revolutionising commercial waste

    • The challenges Julia and Jordy faced in creating and manufacturing an innovative product

    • The pivotal role compostable materials play in shaping the future of sustainability

    • The relentless spirit of innovation woven into the fabric of Great Wrap propelling it forward

    • The bold vision driving Julia and the team at Great Wrap




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    37 mins
  • Jasmine Daly | Building Purpose-Driven Brands, Inspiring Community Engagement, Staying Motivated in Tough Times, Growing Ingrained Foundation | Ep 94.
    Aug 12 2024

    Jasmin Daly is the Executive Director of Ingrained Foundation, a not-for-profit funding platform taking an interconnected and collaborative approach to improving social and environmental wellbeing. Based on Bundjalung Country (Northern NSW), Ingrained has donated over $2 million in the last 5 years to focus on resilience, well-being, inclusion, diversity, and social cohesion.

    Jaz herself is also a longstanding Northern Rivers community member, a mother, and a naturalist who’s happiest wandering in the bush or sliding along an uncrowded wave. Her career has danced across the not-for-profit, social enterprise, and for-purpose business sectors, building brands, fostering community engagement, and working in impact. Her work is centered around inspiring change for a hopeful future and working with local communities.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Fluff | Growing a Global Skincare Brand, Beauty vs the Beauty Industry, Challenging Overconsumption, Celebrating Natural Beauty with Founder Erika Geraerts | Ep 93.
    Jul 31 2024

    Erika Geraerts is the founder of cult beauty brand Fluff. Fluff was created in 2018 as an antidote to the current beauty industry narrative, for anyone who thinks that the world doesn't need more products, just better products, and responsible, transparent messaging. Their products are all about keeping it simple: good for your skin, your thoughts, and the planet - while questioning the beauty industry and uncovering the hidden influences creating and reinforcing unrealistic beauty standards.

    Prior to creating Fluff Erika co-founded content agency Willow & Blake, which launched Frank Body, which went on to become an international beauty brand. She left to start Fluff in 2016, and simultaneously consults on social strategy under the name Napkin, writes for Medium, hosts the Hard Things podcast, and has written a childrens book.

    Explored in Conversation:

    • Beauty versus the beauty industry, uncovering the hidden influences creating and reinforcing unrealistic beauty standards

    • The complex relationship between makeup and self-esteem and finding the balance between empowerment and disempowerment.

    • Erika’s personal journey from Frank Body's success to the creation of Fluff, challenging overconsumption and embracing a minimalist philosophy

    • Celebrating natural beauty, and insights into making informed beauty choices



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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • The Dirt Company | Zero to 100,000 Customers, Cleaning up Laundry, Less is Best Approach, Unicorns vs Lemonade Stands, Creating Australia's First Circular Packaging Brand with Founder Frankie Layton | Ep 92.
    Jul 23 2024

    Frankie Layton is the founder of The Dirt Company, Australia’s first circular packaging brand. Frankie’s passion for sustainability began while working on superyachts, witnessing ocean waste. With a background in strategic consulting, she launched The Dirt Company to tackle household product packaging waste. Since 2017, The Dirt Company has gained 100,000+ customers and prevented over 75 tonnes of plastic waste through innovative laundry products in dispenser bottles replenished with reusable refill packs.

    Mentioned in Conversation:

    • The fascinating origin story of The Dirt Company that started in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean.
    • Their revolutionary journey as Australia’s first completely circular packaging brand.
    • How they’re creating big impact, one laundry at a time.
    • Frankie’s take on sustainability and how to spot greenwashing.
    • The big, inspiring, and ambitious plans for The Dirt Company and how Frankie plans on achieving them in a sustainable way.



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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • The Ideas Bodega | Living a Creative Life, Generating New Ideas, Leading Creative Teams, Inspiring Innovation, Overcoming Creative Barriers with Founder Nicole Velik | Ep 91.
    Mar 19 2024

    Nicole Velik is a leading speaker, facilitator, and trainer in innovation and creativity. As the founder of The Ideas Bodega and the host of the podcast Creativity Unpacked, as well as CreativeMornings Sydney, she has dedicated herself to demystifying creativity and making it accessible to everyone. With a background in advertising, including stints at Saatchi & Saatchi and KBP, Nicole has trained organizations worldwide, including big names like The United Nations, Nike, and Google. Her podcast, which soared to number one on the Apple Marketing charts upon launch, features interviews with creatives, highlighting that creativity is a skill achievable by everyone. Nicole is also a sought-after speaker at events like SXSW Sydney and Vivid Ideas, and she nurtures her own creativity through music, playing percussion in a samba band, guitar, songwriting, and learning Portuguese.

    Mentioned in Conversation:

    • Unlocking Creativity: Discussing the universality of creativity and methods for helping individuals and teams recognize their creative potential.

    • Generating New Ideas: Including the innovation techniques she’s used to train Google, the United Nations and LEGO.

    • Leading Creative Teams: Providing insights into fostering a culture that nurtures creativity, giving constructive feedback, rewarding creativity, and maintaining creative flow.

    • Overcoming Creative Barriers: Identifying common obstacles that hinder creativity and exploring strategies to overcome them.

    • Living a Creative Life: Delving into the importance of pursuing diverse creative outlets and the role they play in sustaining creativity and courage.

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    1 hr and 22 mins