Send us a text Today we have an opportunity to share a conversation with Dr. Amelia Phillips, a black woman working in a variety of fields dominated by white men including Engineering Information technology and real estate. Dr. Phillips is a graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) with a BS degree in Astronautical Engineering an…

Making his return to the show is…. my husband! Wade hasn’t been on the show for quite a while so I’m excited to bring him back for a big chat post our move back to Australia from Spain. He also answers questions from my listeners. We talk about: What's exciting him about life right now How his business went from a multi-million dollar valuation in …

Send us a text In this episode we meet Rebecca Crichton, the executive director of Northwest Center for Creative Aging. We discuss her work in the field of creative aging and grief counseling. She shares personal experiences with death and highlights the importance of having conversations about death and end-of-life choices. Rebecca emphasizes the …

The FULL VOICE Podcast with Nikki Loney offers voice pedagogy, business strategies, and best practices for professional voice teachers. The season eight recap episode highlights inspirational teacher takeaways from last season. Season Nine begins September 27th, 2024Di A fun and informative podcast for the independent voice teacher working with singers of all ages. Sharing inspiring interviews with music educators from around the world, the FULL VOICE podcast shares modern teaching tips, vocal pedagogy, business strateg

I’ve got a reflective and very honest episode for you this week! To celebrate my upcoming Bold Breakthrough training, I’m sharing my five greatest breakthroughs in my 12 years of business. Listen in to find out: The step I wish I’d taken from day 1 in my business journey How I came dangerously close to not having a business anymore in 2013 Why I al…

Send us a text Today we're very happy to be able to share a conversation with two friends, Diana & Luc Diana O'Riordan Verschoor, who also goes by Dee, is an eco folk artist living in the Colorado on Cheyenne, Ute, and Arapaho ancestral land. Dee's small business, Thimble and Stone, supports collective liberation through functional folk arts, placi…

CHRISTOPHER LAWRENCE (Costume Designer) drew inspiration for his design career while putting together looks for he and his dance partner on the beloved “American Bandstand.” He then started working at the trendy boutique Camp Beverly Hills where he began cultivating a clientele of actors, directors and, most importantly, Costume Designers. Christop…

This week I’m talking about one of my FAVOURITE things to do - namely, go on and host retreats! I get a lot of questions from my community on how I approach my own time away from the busy-ness of everyday life and business, so I’m addressing them in this episode. I cover: The greatest benefits to having a retreat How to know if you’re in need of on…

This week’s episode will resonate with most of you business owners listening! Ness Hartge is a VIP member of my Bold Darling Mastermind. She has run her book-keeping business, The Bush Bookkeeper, from rural NSW for the last three years. Just a year ago, she was in the thick of overwhelm / start-up stress / wearing all the hats… and not exactly LOV…

Send us a text Twana Sparks MD is a semi-retired ear, nose and throat surgeon and writer. She is a native New Mexican and 1986 graduate of the University of New Mexico Medical School. Dr. Twana Sparks excels at oral histories mixed with scientific information. Her books on Medical Aid in Dying (2024) and Tuberculosis treatment (2013) blend the pers…

A very important Dear Lorraine episode this week - I’m responding to listener Elke, who says: “I’m thinking about returning to work post baby and I’m struggling with Mum Guilt.” I’ve taken a wider lens in my response to her, and talked about Mum Guilt more broadly. I cover: The importance of separating out societal-induced Mum Guilt, and our own mo…

Send us a text On today’s episode we have a wonderful conversation with Isabel Knight. Isabel is the Founder of The Death Designer, a company that provides end-of-life planning services, including funeral and vigil planning, digital account password management, advance directives, and assistance with reconciling fears of mortality. She takes a huma…

I just returned from a girls’ weekend in Tasmania… which was all kinds of magical! I wanted to do an experience like this for so long, and I’m thrilled that this year was the year it happened. Putting together a weekend like this can feel intimidating on multiple levels: emotionally (what if no-one comes?), mentally - it’s so much to do!, etc. This…

Send us a text In this episode we got to spend time with Brie Smith. Brie is the longest-standing employee at Return Home, a leader in the new (but old) practice of terramation or body composting. She first served as Director of Services, then as COO, and now she is responsible for overseeing Return Home’s community outreach initiatives, including …

Today's guest is a costume designer for film and television. She received a Costume Designers Guild Excellence in Contemporary Film nomination for her design work on BRIDESMAIDS directed by Paul Feig. And most recently a Fantasy / Sci-fi Emmy nomination for LOKI Season1 directed by Kate Herron. Her versatile aesthetic has served Cameron Crowe for h…

Longevity has become a mainstream focus in recent years, however the space has felt a bit… blokey to me. This week on the show, I’m chatting to health expert Amelia Phillips on how we can live longer, but also better, as women. Amelia has been in the health and wellness industry for over 25 years: as a trainer, exercise scientist, researcher, nutri…

Oooh this is a juicy one this week!! In 2022, I met Anthony Hopson at the week-long Hoffman Process retreat. We instantly connected and have gone on to have a really treasured friendship since. Anthony has a background in finance, and still runs his business in that space. In recent years, he has expanded his horizons by becoming a certified counse…

Who better to introduce a spinoff series for Sabotage than a drag queen absolutely nobody knows? Please welcome Irish mistake, Virgo! It's the season finalé. Let's have a Kiki or slay or whatever the f- the gays say. TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thesabotagepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrecordovaofficial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrecordovaofficial⁠…

This week, I’m answering Carley’s question. She said: “I’m running two businesses and I’m so stretched. Please help!” Listen in to my response to hear my advice to Carley, including: Compartmentalisation Weekly planning The importance of solid support Why I need an “energetic moat” in my business Energy management My random Texas ranch anecdote (I …

I’ve been a longtime fan of Baxter Blue blue-light glasses, so I loved this week’s conversation with its founder, Aaron Telford. He founded the business 7 years ago, using his background in product development and advertising to create one of the earliest blue-light filtering glasses. In our conversation, we cover: Why blue light is so harmful for …

Amelia Gebler is a costume designer for film and television, she loves working across all genres and is a diverse and creative designer whose passion for cinema, storytelling, sartorial analysis and character motivate her in her design work.Amelia believes that an understanding of the language of style and its role in society is an important commun…

Send us a text In this episode you can view as a video podcast on YouTube or on Spotify Annalouiza and Wakil discuss the first twenty episodes from Season One and all of the profound and inspirational insights that we learned from our guests. We also talk about what is coming in Season Two, including a new website and new video offerings for paid s…

Yay, a Dear Lorraine episode! This week, I’m responding to listener Carmen’s challenge - she’s starting a business and needs to start showing up on social media… which terrifies her. Listen in for my response to her, including: My greatest lessons from being in the social media space for 12 years Some powerful reframes to give yourself permission t…

Send us a text In this episode we meet Dr. Janice Lundy, who is a grief support specialist and a grief educator. She is the founder of the Metta Center, which offers specialized training in spiritual direction, also known as spiritual companionship, including one-of-a-kind grief companionship training. Having experienced a great deal of loss in her…

Are You Inspired or Tired? In the season eight finale of the FULL VOICE Podcast, we explore the journey of building a business you love. Nikki offers personal and professional development tips to help teachers enhance their businesses and achieve a better work/life balance. Tune in for inspiration, considerations, and practical advice to end your s…

Who better to discuss bodies than a couple of models? The hilarious and charismatic Amelia joins our match of a host with an insiders perspective on what it's like to be gorgeous and curvy under a spotlight, the industry at large, and more! TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thesabotagepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrecordovaofficial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andre…

Given that we’re now (almost) halfway through 2024, I recently did a review of my goals. In this week’s episode, I’m sharing what’s going well, what’s going so-so… and what needs a kick up the ass to make it happen by the end of the year! This is also a life update six months on from our transition back to Sydney from Spain. I hope this episode hel…

I’m so excited to introduce you to my guest this week! Lisa Burling is an award-winning businesswoman, Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of Australia, degree-qualified journalist, and a published author. She has over 20 years’ PR experience working on some of the world’s biggest brands and companies in Australia, the United Kingdom and Europ…

Send us a text Paul Minor is a transpersonal and spiritual counselor and a Thanatologist. He shares his personal experiences with death and how they influenced his career path. Paul's work involves transpersonal spiritual counseling and Thanatology, the study of death, dying, and bereavement. He emphasizes the importance of addressing death anxiety…

DAYNA PINK is best known for her costume design in the romantic comedy “Crazy, Stupid, Love,” starring Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling and Julianne Moore. She has worked with Carell three times, most recently on “The Incredible Burt Wonderstone” and the romantic drama “Seeking a Friend for the End of the World.”She recently completed the costume design …

I just landed back from my Bali retreat this week… and my first task was to sit down and record a juicy debrief for you, while it’s all still fresh! In this episode I share: The kind of women who came - and how they differed to my last retreat The program for the retreat Three new elements I added this time The pretty sizeable curveball we navigate…

Send us a text Gary Sturgis, a grief specialist, speaker, and bereavement facilitator, shares his personal experience with loss and his journey to support others through grief. He discusses the importance of providing resources and support for the LGBTQ+ community, who often face unique challenges in their grief. Gary emphasizes the need for unders…

Social media expert Karen Michaels shares the latest updates on social media platforms. This conversation covers the new "pay-to-play" features for authenticating Meta accounts, Social Media Optimization (SMO), Substack, and inspirational best practices for teachers using social media to promote and celebrate their businesses.Links mentioned in thi…

Imposter syndrome is something that most of us are faced with multiple times throughout our careers and lives. This week, I’m answering Nicole’s question: “How do I actively overcome imposter syndrome?” I’m so excited to answer this one, as it starts first and foremost with a couple of powerful reframes… then I get into what we can actually DO abou…

Send us a text For this unique episode, we will be interviewing Professor Harald Walach PhD. Professor Walach is a clinical psychologist, philosopher of science, and researcher at the interface between medicine, psychology, and consciousness studies. He is a professorial research fellow with the Next Society Institute at Kazimierash Simonavichius U…

Do you have a passion for fashion? The founder of Lavashe Couture sure does! Tito joins us to discuss runways, designers, inspirations, cultural influences, reputation, discrimination, and above all else... the benefits of never sacrificing one's integrity. TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thesabotagepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrecordovaofficial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠…

Legendary Award Winning Costume Designer Jenny Beavan Episode! Jenny Beavan is an English Costume Designer who has received numerous accolades throughout her career spanning over four decades, including three Academy Awards, four BAFTA Awards, two Emmy Awards and a Laurence Olivier Award. Moderator: Designing Hollywood Producer Host Phillip Boutté …

A bit of a different episode this week… I’m getting my beauty editor on! Several times a week, I get asked the same question on Instagram: “What are you doing with your skin? It’s glowing!” As someone who has battled my skin for years (and had a 6-year career in beauty PR), this question entertains me - but I also need to answer it properly. Hence …

Alcohol seems to walk hand in hand for the modern experience as a woman - I’ve experienced this myself, with my friends, and with my mentees. Alcohol in our society is seen as the cure-all: it helps relieve stress, is a way to celebrate, and helps us connect with others. But what about the downsides? Sarah Rusbatch is an accredited Grey Area Drinki…

Send us a text In this episode, we talk with Julie Lockhart, a retired academic. During the last years of her career, she led a grief support nonprofit called WinterSpring, where she discovered the beauty and depth of personal stories. There she shared her own experience, which helped grieving people feel less alone. Julie loves an adventure, espec…

Your favourite gays have returned for something a little more bittersweet... to those without a mother. x TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thesabotagepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrecordovaofficial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrecordovaofficial⁠

Every time I do a shout-out for Dear Lorraine requests, I get this question several times: “How do I blend work and family thing?” This week on the show, I answer it! You might be expecting a step-by-step guide… which this episode isn’t. I start by sharing some raw moments from my own recent experiences, then I identify the specific areas that I fi…

Your favourite host Andre is joined by the backbone, the brains, the ginger of Melrose Avenue; Shawn (a.k.a. Redcurl) to discuss the vital role of music production. 2 out of 3 ain't bad, right? TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thesabotagepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrecordovaofficial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrecordovaofficial⁠…

I’ve gotten to walk alongside several mentees as they started their first business, and I’ve never seen someone’s first year be so stupendously successful and textbook as the one Kat Wellum-Kent just had. Kat had been in my world for several years when we embarked on mentoring as she was deciding whether or not to leave her corporate accountancy ca…

Send us a text Arlene Hoag, a hospice volunteer and co-chairman of the Mountains of Courage conference, shares her experiences and insights on death and dying. She discusses her early encounters with death, the grief she experienced when a friend passed away, and the importance of communicating with loved ones who have passed. Arlene also emphasize…

Frustrated teachers, this one's for you. In episode 194, we're addressing the ongoing challenges of practice and turning them into opportunities. We'll explore ways to enhance our instruction, improve communication with families, and create more inclusive spaces.Links mentioned in this episode:Tera Sumpter https://www.instagram.com/terasumpter_slp/…

It surprises me how many questions I get about the tech I use - so in this week’s episode I’m sharing the full round-up: what devices change my world in my business, at home… and those that help in both spheres. Listen in to hear about the gadgets that save me time, make me more efficient, and even boost my energy! For ease I’ve shared links to eac…

I’ve got a whole raft of new listener challenges to respond to in Dear Lorraine episodes, hooray! Today I’m addressing this problem: “I really want to take the next step and grow my business, but I’m already overwhelmed. How can I possibly take this next step?!” I LOVE this question, as I’ve experienced this myself many times… and mentoring many a …

Send us a text In this episode, we speak to Laura Davis, author of The Burning Light of Two Stars, The Courage to Heal, and four other books. In addition to writing books that inspire, the work of Laura’s heart is to teach. For over twenty years, she’s helped people find their voices, tell their stories, and hone their craft. She teaches online and…

The handsome DJ D'Mateo joins Andre to discuss what it's like on the other side of the DJ booth. No, they are not taking requests. x TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thesabotagepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrecordovaofficial⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrecordovaofficial⁠