The Wisdom of Women (The Wisdom of Women Podcast)
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| 11 Sep 2023 | Episode 17: From Iran to Australia. From Lawyer to beautician. | 00:59:44 | |
Content Warning: This episode discusses subjects including Mental Health, graphic cultural, gender, and legal discrimination and abuse. Religious beliefs and abuse. Ati Sadeghi When Ati left her home country of Iran to settle in Australia, it was a life-altering journey that took her from everyone and everything she had ever known. From an affluent life as a lawyer to the professional and cultural challenges of her new home in Oz. Ati never lost hope of a better life and the belief that everything you need is within you. Links: Australian Department of Home Affairs immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/contact-us/overview Thinking Australia www.thinkingaustralia.com/helpline/ Australian Human Rights Commission humanrights.gov.au/quick-guide/12091 Beyond Blue beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline www.lifeline.org.au Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 05 Jun 2023 | Episode 4: Saving my child from Addiction | 00:41:19 | |
Content Warning: This episode discusses subjects including Drugs, Drug Addiction, Drug Use, Family Trauma, Suicide, Grief, and Depression. Julie Kent Julie describes herself as just your average Mum, whose life changed in a moment after a Facebook post about her son’s Meth addiction went viral across the world. Julie was heartbroken. Amidst the fear of losing her son to Meth, Julie decided she had to act and she embarked on a journey to help provide vital help to addicts and their families. This is the story of Mumma Jules. Links: Doors Wide Open www.doorswideopen.org.au WA Mental Health Commission www.mhc.wa.gov.au Family Drug Support www.fds.org.au Beyond Blue beyondblue.org.au Black Dog Institute blackdoginstitute.org.au Headspace headspace.org.au Lifeline lifeline.org.au Our Socials: facebook.com/TheW0W/ instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 08 Jul 2024 | S2:Ep15 Jackie Ross - The power of music to reach the inaccessible | 00:50:49 | |
Episode guest: Jackie Ross Discover the power of music and its ability to reach areas of the brain once thought untouchable. Jacqueline Ross worked as a professional musician and teacher for 35 years before finally finding her ‘niche’. Listen to Jackie’s remarkable experiences of music rediscovering people’s lost memories and awakening their senses. Jackie's Links: Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 26 Jun 2023 | Episode 7: From schoolyard bully victim to global app creator. | 00:33:29 | |
Content Warning: This episode discusses subjects including Mental Health, Bullying, and Body Image. Alexis McDonald At just 17 years of age, Alexis took her experiences as a victim of bullying and turned them into a safe space online to encourage, guide and support women through their daily challenges. This inspiring young woman worked tirelessly in a field she had no experience in and built a platform worth more than $2 million. The HerHelp app uses the resources of more than 100 industry professionals and is the #1 ‘all in one’ Wellness App on the AppStore! Links: App https://linktr.ee/herhelp.app HerHelp herhelp.net Insta @herhelp.app Beyond Blue beyondblue.org.au Black Dog Institute blackdoginstitute.org.au Headspace headspace.org.au Lifeline lifeline.org.au Butterfly Foundation butterfly.org.au Our Socials: facebook.com/TheW0W/ instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 17 Jul 2023 | Episode 10: The woman who led the little Aussie Choir that sang for the King. | 00:21:14 | |
Danielle Bond Danielle Bond believes music has the power to connect, transform and inspire. From her early days as an opera singer in Paris, Dani has embraced the magic of song and now uses her passion to change the lives of children. She took a choir from the country to the world stage, where those little voices sang majestically to a King. Vocal Fusion Choir https://www.vocalfusionchoir.org/ Australian Music Therapy Association https://www.austmta.org.au/about-us/what-is-mt/ Our Socials: instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 06 May 2024 | S2 Ep5 Annie Malone - Being perfect can be so dull. | 00:42:33 | |
For 32 years Annie Malone owned and ran the natural Temptation Café, an iconic eating venue that promoted good food and caring for our environment. In this walk down memory lane, Annie reflects on life, it’s lessons, and how being perfect can be so dull. “Make mistakes, learn something and keep moving forward”. | |||
| 22 May 2023 | Episode 2: Meet the women behind The Wisdom of Women | 00:18:05 | |
Content Warning: This episode discusses subjects including Self Harm, Suicide, Mental Health, Epilepsy, Body Image, Depression, Foster Care, Gender Discrimination, Sexual Harassment. Who are the women behind The Wisdom of Women? Meet Shauna, Jo and Sidney – three friends from very different backgrounds and ages but with the same idea – to tell the amazing stories of everyday women. We wanted to scratch the surface and find out so much more of their incredible journeys and the wisdom they have to pass on. Maybe you are one of them ? Shauna, Jo and Sidney tell a little bit about themselves and invite you to join them on this series of podcasts that tells the stories of everyday women and their remarkable lives. Links: Beyond Blue beyondblue.org.au Black Dog Institute blackdoginstitute.org.au Headspace headspace.org.au Lifeline lifeline.org.au Epilepsy WA epilepsywa.asn.au Epilepsy Action Australia epilepsy.org.au Butterfly Foundation butterfly.org.au Australian Foster Care fostercare.org.au Our Socials: facebook.com/TheW0W/ instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en twitter.com/TheW0W Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 31 Jul 2023 | Episode 12: From international model on the runways of Paris, to creative tech powerhouse. | 00:54:54 | |
Caitlin Lomax Caitlin Lomax once walked the runways of Paris as an international model. Her rise in the fashion world was fast and compelling, from her small country home to the world spotlight....and then she stepped away. Caitlin instead returned to her first love of technology and the digital world. Her fascinating journey takes us from stories of the rich and famous, to the lows of depression and imposter syndrome. This life tale is a remarkable reflection of a young woman’s strength and courage Links Intr Studio: https://www.intr.studio/ Women in Tech: https://www.witwa.org.au/ SMG Studio: https://www.smgstudio.com/ Beyond Blue: http://beyondblue.org.au/ Butterfly Foundation: https://butterfly.org.au/ Our Socials: instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 12 Aug 2024 | The end to Season 2!! | 00:24:27 | |
This episode is the end for season 2 of The Wisdom of Women! We hope you enjoy, and would like to thank every guest and listener of our podcast. And always remember, everyday, you are remarkable. Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 29 May 2023 | Episode 3: Jan Cooper was told girls couldn’t play football. | 01:13:58 | |
Content Warning: This episode discusses subjects including Gender Discrimination, Workplace Bullying, and offensive sports commentary. Jan Cooper OAM Meet Jan Cooper, a footy powerhouse, whose voice and determination created the Women’s AFL football code. She was told girls couldn’t play football. Jan took a dream and made it a reality for the hundreds of thousands of women who now play Australian Rules football at all levels. Join this fascinating podcast as Jan reveals the backroom battles against misogyny and discrimination to bring women onto the field. Links: Women’s AFL womens.afl West Coast Eagles westcoasteagles.com.au Australian Human Right Commission humanrights.gov.au Equal Opportunity Commission wa.gov.au/organisation/equal-opportunity-commission Our Socials: facebook.com/TheW0W/ instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 01 Apr 2024 | S2:Ep1 Willy Regan - Trust your intuition because everything happens for a reason. | 00:42:06 | |
Episode guest: Willy Regan “When I was a child I heard voices and they told me things”. Now as an adult, Willy Regan has embraced her spiritual intuition, and encourages all women to feel the strength and guidance we can take from listening to our gut feeling. Willy’s journey is as surprising as it is riveting, and she has great snippets of wisdom to pass on to all women. Willy's Links: Email | groundedlight70@yahoo.com Facebook | facebook.com/groundedlight/ Instagram | instagram.com/groundedllight/ Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 08 Apr 2024 | S2:Ep2 Lana Brandli - Rejecting the idealistic notion that thin is healthy | 00:50:34 | |
Episode guest: Lana Brandli With all the information sources in the world today, it’s difficult to decipher truth from fiction when it comes to nutrition. Just what is a healthy diet and why?Join dietician Lana as she talks sense about food, nutrition, and exercise. What our bodies really need. Lana's Links: Website | southwestnutritionservices.com.au/ Email | swnservices@bigpond.com Facebook | facebook.com/swnservices/ Butterfly Foundation | butterfly.org.au/ Beyond Blue | beyondblue.org.au/ Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 01 Jul 2024 | S2:Ep14 Wanda Mahony - the Mum given one year to live | 00:46:38 | |
Episode guest: Wanda Mahony Wanda Mahony was diagnosed with stage 4 Melanoma and given one year to live. Remarkably Wanda has survived and, in this podcast, shares her lifestyle and diet changes, and the ‘last chance’ brain surgery by renowned neurosurgeon Professor Charlie Teo. Wanda’s journey is one of determination, courage and the love that saw her never give up. Wanda - the miracle Mum. Her journey is inspirational. Wanda's Links: Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 24 Jun 2024 | S2:Ep13 Carol Morgan – your birth right is to be cherished and heard. | 00:45:37 | |
Episode guest: Carol Morgan Carol Morgan felt as a small girl of 8 that God had a plan for her life, but as a female her options to act on this calling were limited. It was only as an older woman that Carol was able to finally break through the male dominated church restrictions to become one of the early women ordained a Priest in the Anglican Church. It was a journey with many challenges, and one that Carol articulates with grace and dignity. A woman who finally found her place with God. Carol's Links: Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 10 Jun 2024 | S2:Ep11 Doreen Jones - the wildlife warrior | 00:48:40 | |
Episode guest: Doreen Jones For more than four decades wildlife warrior Doreen Jones has cared for sick and injured animals. She believes there’s something animals can teach us humans, if we just take the time to watch and listen. This dedicated woman with the biggest of hearts, has had an amazing journey, caring for just about every creature you could think of. Doreen's Links: GoFundMe | gofundme.com/f/doreen-jones-wildlife-care-bunbury/ FaceBook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/1440117599847737/ Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 10 Jul 2023 | Episode 9: The weather girl reveals the truth behind the TV camera! | 00:41:49 | |
Content Warning: This episode has discussions around workplace discrimination, bullying, harassment, and inappropriate behavior. Discussions also cover death and trauma. Shauna Willis For 35 years Shauna Willis worked in regional television. From a children’s show to a news journalist, weather girl, and plenty in between. This is the story of a woman who spent a lot of time saying ‘fine elsewhere’ and scouring op shops for her on-air wardrobe. Find out the truth behind the smoke and mirrors of broadcast television.
Links: Lifeline lifeline.org.au Australian Human Right Commission humanrights.gov.au Equal Opportunity Commission wa.gov.au/organisation/equal-opportunity-commission Women in Media womeninmedia.com.au Our Socials: facebook.com/TheW0W/ instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 13 May 2023 | 0. Ignite Your Potential: A Journey of Inspiration and Empowerment | 00:01:00 | |
Welcome to the Wisdom of Women Podcast, we invite you to join us on a weekly transformative journey of inspiration and empowerment. Through engaging conversations with remarkable women from diverse backgrounds, we explore their personal and professional journeys, uncovering the wisdom, insights, and practical advice they have gained along the way. From breaking barriers and overcoming challenges to achieving remarkable success, each episode will leave you motivated and ready to unlock your full potential. Get ready to be inspired and empowered as we bring you the stories and voices of extraordinary women who have dared to dream big and create a lasting impact. | |||
| 22 Apr 2024 | S2 Ep4 Joanne Hill - Culture and Kindess | 00:58:15 | |
“Culture is important and we need to tell the stories of those that went before us – so we can all learn and be part of a better future” Family and community are important to proud Noongar and Ngadju woman Joanne Hill. It’s an ethos she carries through her own children and believes that it’s the simple acts of kindness that can change the world. Jo's Links aboriginalculture.com.au/ niaa.gov.au/indigenous-affairs/culture-and-capability noongar.org.au/ Our Socials: facebook.com/TheW0W/ instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en twitter.com/TheW0W Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 07 Aug 2023 | Episode 13: Online predators and child grooming – the confronting truths that all parents need to know. | 00:49:28 | |
Content Warning: This episode discusses in detail the experiences of a child abuse detective. Issues spoken include child abuse, child predator activities, body safety, consent, sex, grooming, sexting, and online safety. Kristi McVee Former Detective and Specialist Child Interviewer Kristi McVee shares her ‘must-have’ tips, advice, and lessons acquired during her career as a police officer where she interviewed adult and child victims and investigated child sexual abuse cases. Predators are getting smarter, and technology is making it easier. The confronting truths all parents need to know. Links: Kristi's Book available through CAPE-AU cape-au.com/book Operation KidSafe: A detective’s guide to child abuse. Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/
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| 21 Aug 2023 | Episode 14: The real world of Women, Golf and Sexism | 00:57:50 | |
Shani Waugh Shani Waugh is an Australian professional golfer who traveled the world and experienced the highs and lows of life on the pro circuit. In this revealing conversation, Shani speaks of her experiences in a sport renowned for sexism and discrimination. She also shares the dramatic wins and the real stories behind the scenes. Links: Shani Waugh shaniwaughgolf.com.au/ Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 27 May 2024 | S2:Ep9 Leanne Shaw – Empower yourself – You are enough | 00:52:01 | |
Episode guest: Leanne Shaw Dismantle your negative self-beliefs and understand – you are enough. Leanne Shaw underwent a profound transformation that helped release self destructive anxiety, people pleasing and negative emotion, after decades of believing she was defective and an imposter. Leanne believes we all have the power to heal and create the life we want. Go Girl ! Leanne's Links: Website | rebootyourlife.com.au/ Email | Leanne@RebootYourLife.com.au Facebook Group | facebook.com/groups/selfworth101/ Butterfly Foundation | butterfly.org.au/ Beyond Blue | beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline Australia | lifeline.org.au/ Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 02 Oct 2023 | Episode 20: The final to Season 1 | 00:52:40 | |
As we come to the end of Season 1, Shauna, Sidney and Jo discuss the amazing women who have joined them so far on ‘The Wisdom of Women’ podcast. Looking back on what they took away from each episode, and talking about the true effect ‘Scratching the Surface’ can have. We’ll see you in Season 2! Links: Headspace | headspace.org.au/ Lifeline | www.lifeline.org.au/ Butterfly Foundation | butterfly.org.au/ Beyond Blue | beyondblue.org.au/ Cancer Council | www.cancercouncil.com.au/ Cystic Fibrosis Australia | https://www.cysticfibrosis.org.au/ Australian Human Right Commission | humanrights.gov.au Epilepsy WA | epilepsywa.asn.au Australian Foster Care | fostercare.org.au Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ And never forget….. You are remarkable. | |||
| 12 Jun 2023 | Episode 5: How to live an interesting life! | 00:48:12 | |
Content Warning: This episode discusses foster
care, being made a ward of the state, anxiety, depression, mental health and
death.
Jo Eaton
Here’s a lady who’s lived a life! From fashion designer to serving a Lord, managing an underground jazz club, and then studying to be an architect. Jo Eaton has lived an interesting life, that began as a foster baby, with a young mum desperate to keep her daughter from being made a permanent ward of the state.
Jo only met her biological father as a teenager. Travel a road less taken, when you discover your life was much more than you realized. 50, clueless and confused!
Links:
Beyond Blue beyondblue.org.au
Black Dog Institute blackdoginstitute.org.au
Headspace headspace.org.au
Lifeline lifeline.org.au
Australian Foster Care fostercare.org.au
Our Socials:
facebook.com/TheW0W/
instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/
tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en
twitter.com/TheW0W
Host Socials:
Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/
Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/
Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/
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| 29 Apr 2024 | S2:Ep5 Naomi Pearce - “More wine waiter please!” The MND diagnosis | 00:39:26 | |
Episode guest: Naomi Pearce “She never smoked, she never drank, never did anything wrong in her life” and that’s why her Mums MND diagnosis was just so shocking. Naomi Pearce knows that bad things happen because her family got the worst news they could ever imagine. A raw and unflinching account of a daughter and her mother, the battle against a terminal disease and the grief that will last forever. Naomi's Links: Email | naypearce@yahoo.com.au MNDAWA (Walk to defeat MND) | mndawa.asn.au/ MND Australia | mndaustralia.org.au/research/get-involved-in-research/clinical-trials Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 13 May 2024 | S2 Ep6 Ann Dunstall - rising from the ashes of addiction, domestic violence, and homelessness. | 00:45:46 | |
Ann Dunstall – rising from the ashes of addiction, domestic violence, and homelessness. Our Socials: facebook.com/TheW0W/ instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en twitter.com/TheW0W Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 28 Aug 2023 | Episode 15: The simple art of sitting and listening | 00:55:56 | |
Content Warning: This episode discusses death, dying, deceased people and infants. We warn some people may find this discussion distressing or upsetting. We advise listener discretion. Pat Kelly Pat Kelly has been described as a world of wisdom and healing. In her work counseling grief and bereavement, there is little that Pat hasn’t seen or heard. Guiding us through her experiences, Pat reflects on the simple but incredibly powerful impact of simply sitting with a person, and providing comfort with the gift of listening. Links: Pat Kelly Counselling facebook.com/patkellycounselling/ Beyond Blue beyondblue.org.au/ Black Dog Institute www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/ Headspace headspace.org.au/ Lifeline www.lifeline.org.au/ Butterfly Foundation butterfly.org.au/ Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 04 Sep 2023 | Episode 16: The Girl Guides - Always Prepared! | 00:39:12 | |
Brenda Hamlett It’s been described as ‘the ultimate feminist organisation’. The Girl Guides have been championing women’s rights for more than 100 years - run by women, for women, and more relevant than ever before. Dr Brenda Hamlett takes us on her journey from a seven-year-old Brownie, to Director of Girl Guides Australia. A fascinating look inside an organization that hails women as leaders and mentors. Links: Girl Guides Australia www.girlguides.org.au/ Girl Guides Western Australia www.girlguideswa.org.au/ How the Girl Guides Won the War janiehampton.co.uk/books/how-girl-guides-won-war/ A Fortunate Life fremantlepress.com.au/books/a-fortunate-life/ Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 03 Jun 2024 | S2:Ep10 Suzin Wells – You can’t keep a good woman down | 00:58:46 | |
Episode guest: Suzin Wells A remarkable journey of courage, resilience, and positivity. Suzin Wells has had both her lower legs amputated, but this is a story that proves you can’t keep a good woman down. After each operation Suzin rallied and refused to give in to negative thoughts or give up her love for horse riding. Listen to how this inspiring woman took on the challenge and made it back in the saddle. Suzin's Links: Email | suzin@firstbitequine.com.au Facebook | facebook.com/firstbitequine/ Lifeline Australia | lifeline.org.au/ Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 18 Sep 2023 | Episode 18: Embracing the joy and madness of children – advice from the divine H | 00:31:23 | |
Harriette Coulson Harriette Coulson always knew she wanted to be a midwife. As a child, she would stalk her friendly neighborhood for the chance to cuddle a baby. After decades in nursing, the divine H has wisdom aplenty and sage advice to take families from the carefree life of no kids, into the crazy world of parenthood. Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 25 Sep 2023 | Episode 19: I told my truth and my life changed forever. Women need to “Shed Their Shit”. | 00:45:44 | |
Content warning: This episode discusses subjects including Depression, Mental Health, Body Image, and emotional trauma. Listener discretion is advised. Heidi Anderson Loud and proud radio announcer Heidi Anderson was living a lie, until one day during her live to air show – she told her truth. Heidi bared her soul and revealed her demons, her crippling anxiety, and the hate she had for her own body. Her life changed forever and now she wants all women to find the strength within themselves to ‘shed their shit’. Links: Shed Your Shit Instagram Shed Your Shit Facebook Drunk on Confidence Drunk on Confidence (heidileeanderson.com) Headspace headspace.org.au/ Lifeline www.lifeline.org.au/ Butterfly Foundation butterfly.org.au/ Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 20 May 2024 | S2:Ep8 Gemma Byrne - The fearless advocate for those without a voice | 00:35:34 | |
Episode guest: Gemma Byrne Becoming a Mum changes your life in an instant, but for Gemma Byrne it also began a journey to fight for a quality of life for her beautiful little boy. Gem is now a staunch advocate, not just for her son, but also for others-those that don’t have a voice. Gemma's Links: Epilepsy WA | epilepsywa.asn.au/ Cerebral palsy healthy WA article | healthywa.health.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Cerebral-palsy Warrior Will FaceBook | facebook.com/WorrierWillybum/ Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 22 Jul 2024 | S2:Ep17 Billie Larkman - the musician who bares her soul | 00:53:33 | |
Episode guest: Billie Larkman Billie Larkman grew up in the limelight as the adoptive daughter of former WA Premier Richard Court. But Billie was always destined to step into her own light. A powerhouse singer and passionate musician, she has navigated a complicated family history to now embrace her heritage and the enormous gift that music brings to her life. Billie's Links: Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 19 Jun 2023 | Episode 6: We only die once, so let’s make it a good one! | 00:55:17 | |
Content Warning: This episode contains discussions around death, dying, terminal illness, and mental health. Professor Samar Aoun 2023 WA Australian of the Year Professor Samar is considered an International leader in changing the way we talk about death, and breaking the taboos around dying. Death literacy is about preparing for end of life, and Samar is a strong campaigner for changing the way we view palliative care and changing the way we talk about death. It’s about giving a person back their power, over the how and where they will die. In a ground breaking program, a Compassionate Community Charter is creating a framework to help family, friends and the community better support those living with terminal illness. This episode is about getting comfortable talking about death. Links: South West Compassionate Communities Network comcomnetworksw.com The Groundswell Project Death Literacy www.thegroundswellproject.com/death-literacy-index The GroundSwell Project Compassionate Communities thegroundswellproject.com/compassionate-communities Palliative Care WA. palliativecarewa.asn.au/compassionate-communities MNDA WA www.mndawa.asn.au Perron Institute perroninstitute.org/research/research-groups/samar-aoun Beyond Blue www.beyondblue.org.au Australian of the Year australianoftheyear.org.au/news-and-media UWA uwa.edu.au/news/Article/2022/November/Australian-of-the-Year Our Socials: facebook.com/TheW0W/ instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 15 Apr 2024 | S2:Ep3 Susanne Hamersley - ‘ SEE THE PERSON ’ | 00:41:10 | |
Episode guest: Susanne Hamersley "We need to see the person - not the colour of their skin or their accent - ultimately we are all the same". Susanne Hamersley is passionate about meeting people from different backgrounds, learning about their traditions and culture, different ways of life and sharing experiences. This volunteer award winner who was once a new migrant herself, believes that connection brings us all together and makes us feel that we belong. Susanne's Links: Bunbury Multicultural Group | bunburymulticulturalgroup.com.au/ Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 15 May 2023 | Episode 1: I loved my breasts but they had to go! | 00:33:35 | |
Content Warning: This episode discusses serious or life threatening medical diagnosis, graphic images of post-surgery, Breast Cancer impact and loss of life through terminal cancer. Wendy Dixon Breast Cancer – one woman’s journey after an unexpected diagnosis. Wendy loved her breasts but had no hesitation in deciding on a double mastectomy after being diagnosed with breast cancer. She needed to live for her family. The diagnosis raised many questions including “Why me” – Wendy had always eaten healthy, exercised and taken good care of her body. Join Wendy as she tells her story. The impact on herself, her family and the decisions that had to be made. Links: Cancer Council https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/ McGrath Foundation https://www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au/ Breast Cancer Care WA https://www.breastcancer.org.au/ Breast Cancer Network https://www.bcna.org.au/ BreastScreen WA https://www.breastscreen.health.wa.gov.au/ Our Socials: facebook.com/TheW0W/ instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 29 Jul 2024 | S2:Ep18 Tanya Princi – Being Autistic means different, not less | 00:50:29 | |
Episode guest: Tanya Princi Meet Tanya, a mum with seven children who have all been diagnosed Autistic with ADHD. Her journey as a parent has been very different from what she imagined but it’s also made her stronger. Tanya is now fighting for better understanding and educational support for children with this often misunderstood condition. Tanya's Links: Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 17 Jun 2024 | S2:Ep12 Rosa Tognella – 100 years of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) | 00:36:19 | |
Episode guest: Rosa Tognella It’s been described as the heart of many regional communities – the Country Women’s Association. We join Rosa Tognella as she journeys through her experiences with the organization that celebrates 100 years in 2024. A wonderful tribute to Rosa and all the amazing ladies of the CWA who have worked tirelessly under incredible bonds of friendship, support and care. Rosa's Links: Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 03 Jul 2023 | Episode 8: My body was out of control. It felt like my life was over. I had no hope. | 00:53:56 | |
Content warning: This episode discusses subjects including Depression, Mental Health, Epilepsy, Body Image, Self Harm and Suicide. Listener discretion is advised. Sidney Willis When chronic illness takes you into a mental health nightmare. Sidney was a happy, bright, and athletic teenager before a sudden and chronic medical condition took her on a traumatic and life-altering journey. At a time when Sidney should have been a carefree young woman enjoying friends and new adventures, she was instead battling to open her eyes and get out of bed. Sidney’s journey takes us from terrible lows, into the inspiring fight to reclaim her body and mind. Links: Beyond Blue beyondblue.org.au Black Dog Institute blackdoginstitute.org.au Headspace headspace.org.au Lifeline lifeline.org.au Epilepsy WA epilepsywa.asn.au Epilepsy Action Australia epilepsy.org.au Butterfly Foundation butterfly.org.au Our Socials: facebook.com/TheW0W/ instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||
| 15 Jul 2024 | S2:Ep16 Alisha Fenn – Don’t be scared – Let’s talk about money | 00:43:35 | |
Episode guest: Alisha Fenn “Something that every woman needs to hear at least once in their life – don’t be scared of money”. Alisha Fenn talks from decades of experience in navigating the world of money. Knowledgeable and passionate about numbers, hear some great tips and methods in empowering yourself to financial independence. Alisha's Links: Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ The WOW Socials: Instagram | instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ Facebook | facebook.com/TheW0W/ TikTok | tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women/ | |||
| 24 Jul 2023 | Episode 11: The Mum who just wants her child to grow old. The hope for cystic fibrosis. | 00:42:50 | |
CONTENT WARNING: This episode has conversations that relate to serious health issues, death and mental health. We advise listener discretion. Taryn Barrett Taryn Barrett is a Mum with a simple wish - to see her youngest son Conner to live a long, happy life, fall in love and maybe have a family of his own. Just weeks after Connor’s birth, he was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. This began a journey that started with devastation and frustration, but is now increasingly filled with determination and hope. In this open and honest conversation, Taryn speaks of her wish for Conner to just grow old! Links: Cystic Fibrosis South West - https://www.facebook.com/CCFSouthWest/ Cystic Fibrosis WA - https://www.cfwa.org.au/ Cystic Fibrosis Australia - https://www.cysticfibrosis.org.au/ Our Socials: facebook.com/TheW0W/ instagram.com/the_wisdom_of_women/ tiktok.com/@the_wisdom_of_women?lang=en twitter.com/TheW0W Host Socials: Shauna | instagram.com/shaunagramofficial/ Sidney | instagram.com/sid.doubleyou/ Jo | instagram.com/peaceatron5000/ | |||