
Mumbition
By Mums and Co


Season 4 Compilation Episode
This special compilation episode closes out Season 5 with the strongest insights, mindset shifts, and practical tools from six powerful conversations. Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist guide you through the highlight moments from each episode — with context before every clip, episode titles so you can find the full interviews, and a sneak peek at what’s coming in Season 6.
Across these conversations you’ll hear:
• how to approach risk with confidence, not fear
• why prevention beats cure in business (and life)
• the real story behind building something niche and ambitious
• how visibility and awards elevate your credibility
• the connection between clear boundaries, mental health and power
• parenting tools that strengthen emotional awareness at home and at work
• and why fixing the system — not the woman — changes what’s possibleFeatured episodes:
• Ep 140: Risk, Money & Mindset: Essentials Every Founder Needs To Hear
• Ep 141: Starting Up at Sea: Lorraine Collins on Risk, Grit & Growing All Marine Charters
• Ep 142: Back Yourself: How Entering Awards Transforms Your Confidence, Credibility & Business
• Ep 143: Take Back Your Power: Leanne Faulkner on Mental Health, Boundaries & Smarter Business
• Ep 144: Fix the System: Noga Edelstein on Funding, Power & Building an Inclusive Innovation Economy
• Ep 145: Lead With Heart: Lael Stone on Emotional Awareness, Parenting & Building Strong Families
Season 5 reminded us that clarity reduces overwhelm, systems create peace of mind, and community reshapes what feels possible. If you enjoy this wrap-up, follow Mumbition so you don’t miss what’s next in Season 6.

Breaking Barriers & Building Workplaces Where Women Thrive
In this powerful episode, gender equity specialist Samantha Sutherland explores the deep‑rooted structural barriers that shape women’s experiences at work and at home. Drawing on years of consulting with major organisations, Samantha explains why women often blame themselves for struggling — assuming they just need to be “more organised, more confident, more everything” — when the real issue is systemic. She highlights how gender pay gaps, biased policies, rigid work structures, and cultural expectations around caregiving all intersect to limit women’s ambition and wellbeing. Samantha also shares her personal journey into diversity consulting, her transition from corporate leadership roles, and how hosting the Women at Work podcast has deepened her understanding of what women truly need: respect, flexibility, development pathways, supportive partners, and workplaces designed for real lives. With practical reflections on ambition, guilt, co‑parenting, and mindset, this episode offers clarity and reassurance for any woman navigating the messy, overlapping worlds of career and caregiving.
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Lucy Kippist
Guest: Samantha Sutherland
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Busting Sleep Myths & Helping Parents Thrive
In this episode of Mumbition: The Podcast, we sit down with Gerri Florence, founder of The Sleep Collective — a former educator turned passionate sleep expert who helps families reclaim rest and joy.
Gerri opens up about her own rocky journey through IVF, newborn sleep deprivation, and the societal expectations that convince parents they “just have to cope.” She busts some of the biggest sleep myths, explains why “gentle vs. not gentle” sleep training is a false debate, and shares how evidence‑based sleep support can transform family life.
If you’re a parent craving better sleep, less guilt, and more confidence in your instincts — this episode is for you.
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Lucy Kippist
Guest: Gerri Florence
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From Kitchen Table to $100M Impact – The Story Behind GIVIT
From her kitchen table to over $100 million in impact — Juliette Wright OAM built GIVIT into one of Australia’s most innovative giving platforms. In this powerful conversation, Juliette opens up about the early failures that shaped her, the moment she discovered the real gap in Australia’s donation system, and the emotional stories that continue to fuel her purpose.
We also dive into the realities of working motherhood, mental load, disaster response, financial readiness, and what it takes to build something truly meaningful from scratch. This episode is full of heart, honesty and actionable wisdom for any woman dreaming big from her kitchen table.
Learn more or donate to GIVIT:
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Carrie Kwan
Guest: Juliette Wright OAM
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In this episode:
- The surprising truth Juliette discovered about what people actually need
- How GIVIT solved the “good intentions, wrong donations” problem
- Why cash‑based giving transformed disaster recovery in Australia
- Her biggest challenges as a CEO and mother during major crises
- The mental load, guilt, resilience and identity shifts working mums know so well
- Financial readiness + advice for purpose‑led founders
- The life‑changing impact stories that still move her to tears
- What Australians misunderstand about giving
- Juliette’s message to every woman ready to start something meaningful
Explore GIVIT and support someone in need today: https://www.givit.org.au

Partnerships, Women’s Health & Building a Legacy Beyond Business
In this powerful episode of Mumbition: The Podcast, executive coach, serial entrepreneur and women’s health advocate Phil Hayes‑St Clair joins us for a deeply insightful conversation about partnership‑led growth, systemic change, and the realities of juggling ambition with family life.
Phil shares how his mission to improve women’s health is shaped by fatherhood, service, and a drive to create opportunity in a rapidly changing world. He opens up about the biggest lessons from building multiple ventures, why defining the real problem is where success begins, and how small businesses can unlock outsized impact through intentional, values‑aligned partnerships.
We also explore:
✨ The six‑part IDEAL framework for creating game‑changing partnerships
✨ Why progress in women’s health stalled — and what men must understand and do
✨ How to navigate the tension between being a present parent and building something meaningful
✨ The “closer to happiness / further from fear” filter every founder should use
✨ The role of advocacy in reshaping parental leave, early childhood education and gender equity
✨ How small, consistent action leads to long‑lasting impact — at work and at home
Phil’s honesty, empathy and strategic clarity offer a refreshing lens on business growth, leadership and the future of family‑friendly entrepreneurship. If you're a business‑owning mother looking for inspiration, practical tools and a whole lot of heart — this episode is for you.
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Carrie Kwan
Guest: Phil Hayes-St Clair
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Trailblazing Women in Business: Liz Kaelin, Penny Locaso, Laetitia Andrac & Danielle Lewis
What really happens in the early days of building a business? In this energising panel episode, we bring together four powerhouse women — Liz Kaelin, Penny Locaso, Laetitia Andrac and Danielle Lewis — to share the honest, unfiltered truths behind starting (and restarting) a business from scratch.
If you're a woman in the early stages of business — or even just toying with the idea — this conversation is like pulling up a chair with your own personal board of directors. Expect wisdom, humour, vulnerability, and a whole lot of practical advice you can use today.
In this episode you’ll learn:
✨ Why your first idea probably won’t work — and why that’s completely normal.
Hear how each founder navigated pivots, false starts, and unexpected turns, and why iteration is your greatest superpower.
✨ How to test your idea quickly, cheaply and confidently.
From landing pages to coffee chats to “sell it before it’s built,” the panel shares real strategies they still use in their own businesses.
✨ How to build resilience through micro‑bravery and rejection therapy.
Penny explains how embracing tiny daily discomforts builds the courage required for entrepreneurship — including the story behind standing on stage in her swimsuit.
✨ Why support systems matter more than strategy.
Liz and Laetitia reveal how choosing the right people to speak to — and avoiding “vested‑interest advice” — can fundamentally change your decisions and direction.
✨ Why you are not a statistic.
Laetitia offers a powerful reminder that your vision isn’t limited by funding stats, systemic barriers, or industry norms.
✨ How to stay motivated when the journey feels slow.
From reflective progress practices to redefining consistency as persistence, the panel shares tools for staying the course.
About our panelists
Liz Kaelin — Commercialisation expert helping women build sustainable, profitable models by avoiding common financial mistakes.
Penny Locaso — Global speaker, educator and activist transforming the visibility of diverse female experts. Founder of Hacking Happy.
Laetitia Andrac — Intuitive strategist and founder of Essential Shift & Understanding Zoe, empowering neurodivergent families and values-led entrepreneurs.
Danielle Lewis — Serial founder and creator of SPARK, a community that gives $15,000 quarterly grants to women in business.
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Lucy Kippist
Guest: Liz Kaelin, Penny Locaso, Laetitia Andrac and Danielle Lewis.
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PREVIEW Season 4: Big Ideas, Bold Moves & Real Stories from Women in Business
Welcome to Series 4 of Mumbition: The Podcast by Mums& Co—where we celebrate the ambition, impact, and resilience of working women and mothers across Australia. This season is packed with practical strategies, candid conversations, and big-hearted inspiration to help yougrow your business, lead with confidence, and navigate the juggle.
Here’s what’s in store:
- Panel: Partnerships & Possibility with Liz Kaelin, Penny Locaso, Laetitia Andrac and Danielle Lewis—actionable insights on collaboration, mindset, and momentum.
- Phil Hayes-St Clair on partnerships, purpose, and why they’re the fastest path to predictable growth.
- Juliette Wright OAM, Founder of GIVIT, on turning a kitchen-table idea into a $100M+ impact platform.
- Gerri Florence, Founder of The Sleep Collective, with evidence-based strategies for better rest and wellbeing.
- Samantha Sutherland, gender equity consultant, on structural change and why ambition matters.
Whether you’re starting out, scaling up, or simply seekinginspiration, Series 4 will help you own your ambition and thrive.
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Yoga, Boundaries & Burnout: Building a Business Mindfully
In this episode of Mumbition, we meet Pippa Jackson, a yoga therapist and certified yoga and meditation teacher with over 1,000 hours of training. Pippa shares her mission to guide individuals toward self-discovery and emotional freedom through yoga therapy, corporate sessions, private classes, and kids’ yoga. She explains how listening to the body’s subtle signals can prevent burnout and why yoga’s 5,000-year-old philosophy is more relevant than ever in today’s fast-paced world.Pippa also opens up about her six-year business journey, the challenges of backing herself, and the importance of passion in sustaining growth. She offers practical insights on setting boundaries, maintaining energy through daily meditation, and managing family life alongside entrepreneurship. Her story is a powerful reminder that with clarity, resilience, and a deep sense of purpose, it’s possible to create a business that truly transforms lives.
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Lucy Kippist
Guest: Pippa Jackson
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From Isolation to Empowerment: with The Australian Red Cross
In this episode of Mumbition by Mums & Co, host Lucy Kippist sits down with Sabeeha Nihad, Senior State Manager of Programs at the Australian Red Cross. Sabeeha shares her inspiring journey and the incredible work behind the Connected Women program—a safe space designed to empower migrant women and their families as they navigate life in a new country.
In this episode, you'll discover how the Connected Women initiative helps women overcome challenges like language barriers, cultural adjustment, and employment hurdles, while fostering community, confidence, and connection. Sabeeha also highlights the program’s collaboration with First Nations communities and shares powerful success stories that showcase resilience and hope. Tune in to learn how you can support this transformative work and make a real difference.
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Lucy Kippist
Guest: Sabeeha Nihad
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Branding with Purpose: How to Stand Out & Stay True with Jodie De Vries
In this episode of Mumbition, we sit down with Jodie De Vries, founder of the award-winning strategic branding agency Tiny Hunter. Jodie is passionate about the power of brand to drive sustainable business growth and believes that when businesses thrive, so do the people within them. With over two decades of experience in branding, Jodie shares her journey from launching her first agency at 22 to becoming a sought-after expert in marketing strategy.
Jodie offers practical advice for women starting out in business, from the importance of strong foundations like financial guidance to adopting a brand-led mindset. She discusses how to validate ideas, start small, and avoid perfection paralysis, while also touching on the realities of juggling entrepreneurship and family life. This conversation is packed with insights on positioning, resilience, and building networks—making it a must-listen for anyone considering turning their idea into a thriving business.
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Lucy Kippist
Guest: Jodie De Vries
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Motherhood, Matrescence & Meaningful Work with Alison Laffrey
In this episode, Alison Laffrey shares her inspiring journey from a 20-year corporate career to founding For the Love of Mum, a business dedicated to supporting mothers through the transformative experience of motherhood. After facing redundancy and reflecting on her identity shift as a mother, Alison pursued certification in Mama Rising’s matrescence coaching—a framework that addresses the emotional, physical, and psychological transitions women experience when becoming mothers. Her business offers seasonal wellbeing boxes filled with locally sourced products, guided rituals, and affirmations, aiming to create holistic care experiences and empower mothers to embrace self-compassion and confidence.
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Lucy Kippist
Guest: Alison Laffrey
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Exit Strategy: What No One Tells You About Selling
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Carrie Kwan
Guests: Mandi Gunsberger
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Building Bold: Real Advice from Women Starting Smart
In this inspiring panel episode, three accomplished women—Vinisha Rathod, Rebecca Saunders, and Samantha Sutherland—share their experiences of launching and growing purpose-led businesses while navigating motherhood, financial realities, and personal wellbeing. They offer practical advice on prioritising sales, managing energy and time budgets, and using accessible tech tools to streamline operations. The conversation is rich with insights on overcoming perfectionism, setting boundaries, and staying true to your values while building a business that reflects your life goals. The discussion also explores broader themes such as gender equity, the rise of women in the gig economy, and the importance of structural change in workplaces. With reflections on redefining success, building supportive networks, and creating businesses on their own terms, the episode is a candid and empowering look at ambition, balance, and leadership. It’s a must-listen for any woman looking to build a business with heart, strategy, and sustainability.
Episode Website: www.mumsandco.com.au/podcasts/episode-128-building-bold-real-advice-from-women-starting-smart
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Lucy Kippist
Guests: Vinish Rathod, Rebecca Saunders and Samantha Sutherland
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*Coming Soon* Season 3 real stories to inspire!
Coming Soon! Mumbition Start Your Business Boot Camp Season 3
More stories of real women in business to inspire you weekly.
This season Mums & Co Founder Carrie Kwan and Community Manager Lucy Kippist bring you interviews with...
- Building Bold: Real Advice from Women Starting Smart: Rebecca Saunders, Samantha Sutherland, Vinisha Rathod
- Exit Strategy: What No One Tells You About Selling: Mandi Gunsberger
- Motherhood, Matrescence & Meaningful Work: Alison Laffrey
- Branding with Purpose: How to Stand Out & Stay True: Jodie de Vries
- Yoga, Boundaries & Burnout: Building a Business Mindfully: Pippa Jackson
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How These Women Built Businesses — Best Moments From Season 2
Ready to be inspired by a powerhouse lineup of entrepreneurial mums? In this special compilation episode of Mumbition the Podcast by Mums & Co, we revisit the most unforgettable moments from Season 2 of our Start Your Business Bootcamp series. From bold first steps to breakthrough strategies, this episode brings together all our incredible guests who shared their journeys, wisdom, and practical tips for building a business while raising a family. You’ll hear the best advice on mindset, marketing, money, and motherhood — all in one energising listen.
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Lucy Kippist
Guests: Ciara Sterling
Layla Roberts
Fiona Johnston & Mia Fileman
Simone Eyles
Emma Walsh
Jodie de Vries
Laura Campbell
Verity Hare
Jo Downer
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Helping Women Stop Putting Things Off is Layla Roberts’ Mission
In this episode of Mumbition, Lucy speaks with Layla Roberts, founder and Chief Organisational Officer of Sydney Concierge, a business dedicated to helping busy professionals—especially working mums—simplify their lives and reclaim their time. Layla shares her journey from discovering her passion for organisation in a call centre to building a thriving business that supports women in easing the mental load. She opens up about the systems she uses to manage work and home life, the importance of community and support, and the lessons she’s learned from helping others—like the power of delegation and the need to act before burnout. From productivity tools to her popular Christmas Concierge service, Layla’s story is a reminder that life is for living, not just surviving. She also shares a special offer for listeners and encourages women to seek help before the overwhelm takes over.

A New Approach To Vulnerability and Care with Thriving Communities Australia
In this powerful and deeply human episode, host Carrie Kwan is joined by Ciara Sterling, CEO of Thriving Communities Australia, and Carla Forrester, Principal of Customer Vulnerability and Inclusion at IAG. Together, they explore the transformative impact of the One Stop One Story Hub—a world-first platform designed to support Australians experiencing vulnerability, including domestic violence and financial hardship. The conversation delves into the origins of the hub, born from a 2016 roundtable, and how it has evolved into a collaborative ecosystem involving over 350 organisations, all committed to putting people at the center of support.Hear firsthand how co-designing with people with lived experience has shaped a system that prioritises trust, safety, and dignity. From streamlining referrals to reducing trauma for both clients and frontline staff, the hub exemplifies what’s possible when corporate, government, and community sectors unite around a shared purpose. Ciara and Carla share moving stories of impact, the challenges of building cross-sector trust, and their vision for scaling the hub to ensure no one is left behind. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about social impact, inclusive innovation, and building compassionate communities.
Episode Website: www.mumsandco.com.au/podcasts/episode-125-a-new-approach-to-vulnerability-and-care-with-thriving-communities-australia
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Carrie Kwan
Guest: Ciara Sterling, Carla Forrester
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No More Boring Conferences: The Ripple Festival Revolution
In this energising episode of Mumbition, Lucy speaks with Mia Fileman and Fiona Johnston, co-creators of Ripple Festival—a bold new genre of business event that fuses entrepreneurship with art, music, and comedy. Born from frustration with traditional conferences, Ripple is a grassroots movement designed to celebrate and elevate small business owners, especially women. Mia and Fi share their journey of building Ripple in public, embracing transparency, risk, and joy, while navigating sponsorships, programming, and partnership dynamics. Their deep values alignment and complementary skill sets have been key to their success, and their advice for aspiring entrepreneurs is refreshingly honest: act fast, validate your ideas with paying customers, and back yourself unapologetically. Ripple Festival isn’t just an event—it’s a thriving community where small business owners can connect, grow, and be seen. As Mia and Fi say, playing it safe is the riskiest strategy of all—and Ripple is for those ready to swing big.
Episode Website: www.mumsandco.com.au/podcasts/episode-124-no-more-boring-conferences-the-ripple-festival-revolution
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Lucy Kippist
Guest: Fiona Johnston & Mia Fileman
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Marketing Inclusion: Authentically Representing Disability with Simone Eyles
In this powerful episode, Simone Eyles shares her journey from full-time carer to founder of Disinfluencer, the world’s first inclusive stock library and e-learning platform for brands seeking to market with true inclusion. Sparked by her son’s rare disease and her frustration with how disability is portrayed in media, Simone built a business that creates paid opportunities for people with disabilities and neurodiversity. She opens up about the mindset shifts, burnout, and mentorship that helped her move from idea to impact, and how LinkedIn became a platform for breaking stigma and sharing the realities of being a mum, entrepreneur, and advocate. Her story is a testament to resilience, purpose, and the untapped power of working parents—and a call to action for brands to include, support, and market to people with disabilities.
Episode Website: www.mumsandco.com.au/podcasts/episode-123-marketing-inclusion-authentically-representing-disability-with-simone-eyles
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Lucy Kippist
Guest: Simone Eyles
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Balancing the Load: Equality at Home and Work with Emma Walsh
Emma Walsh shares her 20-year journey building Australia’s leading voice for family-friendly workplaces—packed with purpose, policy, and parenting wisdom. Tune in for real talk on flexible work, gender equality, and the power of staying curious through chaos.
Episode Website: www.mumsandco.com.au/podcasts/episode-122-balancing-the-load-equality-at-home-and-work-with-emma-walsh
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Carrie Kwan
Guests: Emma Walsh
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Startup Realness: Branding, Balance & Bold Moves with Four Founders
In this energizing panel episode of Mums & Co, host Lucy Kippist is joined by four powerhouse founders—Jodie de Vries, Laura Campbell, Verity Hare, and Jo Downer—for a candid conversation on building a business from the ground up. From the power of storytelling and personal branding to budget-friendly marketing strategies, authentic content creation, and forming game-changing partnerships, the episode is packed with real-world advice and relatable founder moments. With insights on navigating growth, maintaining personal well-being, and finding your community, this episode is a must-listen for any woman starting or scaling a business. Expect laughter, honesty, and plenty of practical takeaways—including the now-iconic mantra: “Experimentation with a glass of wine.”
Episode Website: https://www.mumsandco.com.au/podcasts/episode-121-startup-realness-branding-balance-bold-moves
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewer: Lucy Kippist
Guests: Jodie de Vries, Laura Campbell, Verity Hare, and Jo Downer
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Coming Soon! Season 2 Start Your Business Boot Camp
Get ready for season two of Mumbition: The Podcast with our "Start Your Business Boot Camp" series! We're thrilled to dive deep into the nitty-gritty of starting a business from scratch. Join Lucy as she brings you insightful panel-style interviews with amazing Mums & Co experts, and listen to Carrie as she sits down with trailblazers and thought leaders.
Whether you're navigating the challenges of motherhood, entrepreneurship, or community leadership, this podcast is your ultimate space for inspiration, empowerment, and real-world insights. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge and practical advice to help you succeed on your entrepreneurial journey.
Don't miss out on this empowering series with us in season two!
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Ep 120: Best of Start Your Business Bootcamp Series 1
Start Your Business Boot Camp compilation episode of Series 1 on Mumbition, the podcast by Mums & Co! We've packed the best highlights from this season's inspiring guests. Hear their stories, insights, and advice all in one episode. Tune in to Mumbition and be inspired by the best moments of the season!
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewers: Lucy Kippist & Carrie Kwan
Guests:
- 0:40 Claire Waring
- 04:49 Tracy Sheen
- 10:47 Tatum Steers
- 15:41 Sarah Cummings
- 23:59 Katharine Craine
- 27:40 Korryn Haines
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Ep 119: Systems, Sanity & School Pickups: Mumbition with Korryn Haines
In this episode, Lucy chats with Korryn Haines, a tech systems specialist and founder of her namesake business, who helps solo and micro business owners feel calm and in control of their admin and tech. Korryn shares her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, sparked by an unexpected redundancy and the birth of her first child. She discusses the unique challenges small business owners face when transitioning from structured corporate environments to the often chaotic world of solo business ownership. With a deep love for Google Workspace and a knack for simplifying complex systems, Korryn offers practical advice on building sustainable workflows tailored to individual needs, emphasizing her “core four” pillars: operations, marketing, sales, and delivery. Beyond business, Korryn opens up about the realities of balancing work and motherhood, especially as a neurodivergent parent raising a neurodivergent child. She reflects on the evolving nature of her business and personal life, including her recent ADHD diagnosis and the impact it’s had on her productivity and energy management. From building her own backyard office to navigating school holidays without a local village, Korryn’s story is one of resilience, adaptability, and authenticity. Her insights remind listeners that business isn’t a solo sport—and that embracing imperfection and asking for help are key to thriving both professionally and personally.
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewers: Lucy Kippist
Guest: Korryn Haines, Founder Korryn Haines
Key Takeaways
- Start Simple: Korryn recommends building systems around four core business areas—operations, marketing, sales, and delivery—as a foundational approach.
- Corporate vs. Small Biz: Transitioning from corporate to small business requires a mindset shift; small businesses often lack the built-in support systems of larger organizations.
- Tech Confidence Matters: You don’t need to be a tech expert to build effective systems—confidence and curiosity go a long way.
- Relearning & Adapting: Korryn is currently in a phase of relearning and recalibrating her business to align with changing personal and professional circumstances.
- Neurodivergent Insights: Her recent ADHD diagnosis has helped her better understand energy management and productivity, both for herself and her child.
- Boundaries Are Essential: Setting clear boundaries around work hours, especially during school holidays, is key to maintaining balance.
- Home Systems Help: Small home hacks like grocery delivery and occasional cleaning support can significantly reduce mental load.
- Peer Learning Over Hype: Korryn prefers learning from peer communities rather than loud, one-size-fits-all online voices.
- Imperfect Action Is OK: She embraces the idea that business and parenting are messy and that progress doesn’t require perfection.
Resources Mentioned
- Google Workspace – Korryn’s preferred tech platform for small business systems.
- Substack – Used to follow curated voices and avoid information overload.
- Digital Marketing Collective by Kate Toon – A favorite community for learning and peer support.
- Mums & Co – A key business community that Korryn is actively part of.
- Home Grocery Delivery Services – A personal productivity hack to save time and energy.
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Ep 118: No More Playing Small: Owning Your Business with Katharine Crane
Digital strategist Katharine Crane shares her journey from hospitality to founding Crane Creative, a consultancy that helps business owners reclaim joy and clarity in their social media. Katharine dives into the power of authentic marketing, the evolving role of AI in business and home life, and the importance of building strong foundations before chasing trends. From parenting hacks to productivity tips, this episode is packed with practical advice for mums in business who want to grow sustainably and stay aligned with their values.
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewers: Lucy Kippist
Guest: Katherine Crane, Founding Director Crane Creative
Key Takeaways:
- Start with Strategy, Not Trends: Katharine emphasises building strong marketing foundations before chasing social media trends.
- Marketing with Heart: Her approach centres on authenticity, clarity, and aligned growth—no cookie-cutter strategies or smoke and mirrors.
- AI as a Life Tool: Katharine uses AI (like ChatGPT) not just for business tasks, but also for parenting hacks, meal planning, and even Christmas prep.
- Digital Overwhelm is Real: Many business owners feel overwhelmed by social media. Katharine helps them simplify and create sustainable systems.
- Know Your Audience Deeply: Effective content speaks directly to your ideal customer’s fears, desires, and motivations—not just their demographics.
Resources mentioned:
- Facebook First: For most early-stage service-based businesses, Facebook is still the best starting platform, especially when planning for future advertising.
- Avoid Overinvesting Early: Don’t get caught up in shiny tools—use free or built-in options like Meta Business Suite before paying for third-party platforms.
- Build Your Village: Success in business and motherhood requires a support network—whether that’s co-working with friends or leaning on digital tools.
- Own Your Business Identity: Stop calling it a “little business.” Step into your role as a successful business owner with confidence.
- Meta Business Suite – Recommended for scheduling and managing Facebook and Instagram content.
- ManyChat – For automating customer interactions and saving time.
- Social Media Today – A daily email newsletter for staying updated on platform changes.
- Social Media Examiner – A go-to resource for social media marketing news and tips.
- ChatGPT – Used for:
- Writing and rewriting content
- Meal planning and recipe generation
- Creating gamified cleaning checklists for children
- Holiday planning and shopping list optimisation
- Business strategy and content ideation
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Ep 117: Reimagining Success: Sarah Cummings on Family, Pitching, and Teach Ted
In this conversation, Sarah Cummings shares her journey of creating a resource to help children cope with medical experiences, stemming from her personal experiences with her own children. She discusses the importance of preparation, the challenges of balancing family life with entrepreneurship, and the role of technology in her business. Sarah emphasizes the need for support and community among women entrepreneurs and advocates for more accessible funding options for social impact businesses.
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Takeaways
- Children can overcome fear of medical experiences with preparation.
- Parents often need guidance to support their children's anxieties.
- The experience of a child in a medical setting can impact their future health interactions.
- Creating resources for children requires understanding their unique perspectives.
- Technology can enhance the accessibility of educational materials for families.
- Balancing family life and business requires flexibility and self-compassion.
- Networking and community support are crucial for women entrepreneurs.
- Funding for social impact businesses is often limited and needs improvement.
- It's important to focus on long-term goals rather than immediate pressures.
- Finding a personal rhythm in work and life can lead to greater satisfaction.

Ep 116 Connecting Carers: Tatum Steers on Building Hirey Balancing Business & Motherhood
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In this inspiring episode of Mumbition the Podcast, Lucy sits down with Tatum Steers, co-founder of Hirey—Australia’s first online NDIS-supported worker directory. Alongside her co-founder Jess, Tatum is transforming how service providers in the aged and disability sectors connect with support workers, making the hiring process faster, more efficient, and deeply aligned with client needs. Tatum shares the heartfelt and practical journey behind launching Hirey—from identifying a critical gap in the sector to navigating the tech world as non-technical founders. She opens up about the power of long-term collaboration, the delicate balance of friendship and business, and how she and Jess turned a shared vision into a thriving platform.
Credits
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian-Brown
Guests: Tatum Steers Hirey
Key takeaways:
- The realities of building a startup while raising young kids
- How Tatum structures her day around school hours
- The role of timing, support systems, and self-belief in launching a business
- Why entrepreneurship education for young women is so vital
- Their exciting second venture supporting NDIS providers through audits and registration
Resources mentioned:
- Hirey – The online platform co-founded by Tatum and Jess that connects NDIS service providers with support workers across Australia.
- Outsourced Development Team – Tatum and Jess hired external developers to build their tech platform, acknowledging their non-technical backgrounds.
- Voice Notes – Tatum uses voice memos to capture ideas on the go, especially when inspiration strikes outside of work hours.
- AI Tools (e.g., ChatGPT) – Used selectively for tasks like social media content, though Tatum notes the importance of maintaining brand voice and authenticity.

Ep 115: Solving the Mental Load Crisis: Claire Waring’s Bold Vision for Working Parents
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In this inspiring episode of Mumbition the Podcast, Carrie Kwan sits down with Claire Waring—creative leader, tech entrepreneur, and co-founder of Gether, an AI-powered app designed to ease the mental load for busy families. Claire shares her journey from the high-pressure world of advertising to launching a startup that empowers parents, especially women, to reclaim their headspace and thrive in both career and family life.
With insights on gender equity, the economic impact of mental load, and the power of pitching, Claire offers practical wisdom and heartfelt reflections on building a business, raising a family, and creating a more balanced future for the next generation.
Credits
Produced by: Lucy Kippist
Edited by: Morgan Sebastian-Brown
Guests: Claire Waring Gether
Key Takeaways
- Mental Load & Gender Equity: Claire highlights how mental load disproportionately affects women and contributes to the gender gap in workforce participation.
- Tech for Good: Her app, Gether, uses AI to help families manage schedules, reminders, and tasks—freeing up mental space for working parents.
- Creative Industry Insights: Claire shares her journey through the advertising world and how mental load impacts creative performance.
- Economic Opportunity: Reducing mental load and enabling equal workforce participation could add trillions to global GDP.
- Entrepreneurial Challenges: Access to funding remains a major barrier for women entrepreneurs, with less than 3% of VC funding going to women-led businesses.
- Pitching as a Superpower: Claire’s background in advertising helped her excel in pitching, leading to early funding wins and valuable connections.
- Family Co-Founding: Working with her sister as a co-founder has been both challenging and empowering—described as their “superpower.”
- Work-Life Harmony: Claire emphasizes the importance of pacing yourself in business—“it’s a marathon, not a sprint.”
- Home as an Organisation: She advocates for treating the household like a business, using tools and systems to manage it effectively.
Additional Resources Mentioned
- Gether App: AI-powered app to manage family logistics and reduce mental load.
- Blackbird Giants Program: Early-stage startup program that helped Claire refine her pitch.
- Sunrise Festival: Where Claire pitched and won her first funding round.
- Techstars Accelerator: A startup accelerator program Claire and her co-founder completed.
- Mental Load Quiz: A tool within the Gether app to help users assess their mental load.
- RACI Model: Referenced as a helpful framework for sharing responsibilities at home.

Ep 114: Cyber Awareness & Tech Tools for small business
In this episode of Mumbition, host Lucy Kippist is joined by Tracy Sheen, Tracy Hall, and Claire Waring. They discuss the intersection of technology, human experience, and the future of digital life.
Tracy Sheen shares her mission to make tech and AI less intimidating for women in business, Claire Waring talks about using technology to manage family mental load, and Tracy Hall advocates for financial security and cybersecurity for small businesses.
Tune in for practical tips and insights on leveraging technology to enhance productivity and improve work-life balance.
Credits:
Producer: Lucy Kippist
Guests: Tracy Hall, Tracy Sheen and Claire Waring
Editor: Morgan Sebastian-Brown
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*Introducing* Start Your Business Boot Camp
Get ready for the exciting new format of Mumbition: The Podcast with our "Start Your Business Boot Camp" series! We're thrilled to dive deep into the nitty-gritty of starting a business from scratch. Join Lucy as she brings you insightful panel-style interviews with amazing Mums & Co experts, and listen to Carrie as she sits down with trailblazers and thought leaders.
Whether you're navigating the challenges of motherhood, entrepreneurship, or community leadership, this podcast is your ultimate space for inspiration, empowerment, and real-world insights. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge and practical advice to help you succeed on your entrepreneurial journey. Don't miss out on this empowering series!
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Ep 113: From Coffee Van to Tech Innovator Emily Zaborski's Entrepreneurial Journey
In this episode of Mumbition, we meet Emily Zaborski, a dynamic entrepreneur who transformed her side hustle into a thriving business. Emily shares her journey from launching a mobile coffee van to creating Vendly, a platform that streamlines bookings for event vendors and organisers. She discusses the challenges of balancing a corporate job with a startup, the importance of productivity, and leveraging AI. Emily also offers insights into securing funding, managing risk, and maintaining visibility. Join us for an inspiring conversation about innovation, resilience, and the entrepreneurial spirit.
Credits:
- Produced by: Lucy Kippist
- Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
- Interviewers: Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist
- Guest: Emily Zaborski
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We give you the confidence to start a business, and the community to help support you to stay in business.

Ep 112: Forensic Finance to Empowering Women
In this episode of Mumbition, host Carrie Kwan interviews Julie Garis, founder of Simple Split Financials. Julie shares her journey from corporate life to starting her own business, helping women navigate the financial complexities of separation and divorce. She discusses the importance of financial literacy, the role of forensic accounting, and the emotional challenges faced by her clients. Julie also highlights the significance of community support and networking in her work. The conversation touches on productivity tips, the impact of AI, and the transferable skills between motherhood and business.
Credits:
- Produced by: Lucy Kippist
- Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
- Interviewers: Carrie Kwan
- Guest: Julie Garis
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We give you the confidence to start a business, and the community to help support you to stay in business.

Ep 111: Understanding Neurodivergence: Insights for You, Your Family, Business & Community with Laetitia Andrac
In this episode, we celebrate the ambition and achievements of women in business, motherhood, and everything in between. Hosts, Carrie Kwan, and Lucy Kippist are thrilled to welcome Leatitia Andrac, the inspiring founder of Understanding Zoe. This groundbreaking platform provides real-time insights for families, carers, and educators supporting autistic, ADHD, and neurodivergent children.
Letitia's journey is one of resilience, passion, and purpose. Behind the creation of Understanding Zoe is a powerful personal story that drove her to build a space where children can truly thrive, empowering families and educators with the tools they need. In today's episode, Letitia will share the heart behind her business and dive into her own experience as a neurodivergent woman starting a business from scratch. She'll reveal the processes, challenges, and triumphs she's encountered on her entrepreneurial journey.
Whether you're a parent, an educator, or simply curious about the intersection of neurodivergence and business, this episode is packed with valuable insights.
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Credits:
- Produced by: Lucy Kippist
- Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
- Interviewers: Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist
- Guest: Laetitia Andrac

Summer Series: Jo Downer
In this episode of Mumbition, the podcast from Mums & Co, host Carrie Kwan welcomes Jo Downer, a seasoned entrepreneur and founder of Monday Mojo. Jo shares her inspiring journey of starting and growing her businesses, emphasizing the importance of bravery, collaboration, and customer focus.
Key Highlights:
- Joanna's Elevator Pitch: Joanna introduces herself and her business, Monday Mojo, which supports female entrepreneurs in launching and growing their businesses through collaborations and organic growth marketing channels.
- Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Joanna discusses the significance of having a supportive network and the bravery required to start a business. She shares personal anecdotes and insights from her own startup journey.
- Balancing Family and Business: Joanna talks about juggling her entrepreneurial ventures while raising teenage children. She emphasizes the importance of being present with family and finding fulfillment in both personal and professional life.
- Organic Growth Strategies: Joanna advocates for low-cost, organic growth models over traditional funding methods. She shares examples of successful collaborations and partnerships that have helped her business thrive.
- Navigating Risk: The conversation delves into the various risks associated with running a business and how to mitigate them. Joanna offers practical advice on setting up a sound business structure and focusing on customer growth.
- Tech Tools for Efficiency: Joanna highlights essential tech tools that help her balance work and family life, including the Notes app, Notion, and shared family calendars.
- Special Offer: Joanna extends a special membership offer to Mums & Co members interested in using her collaboration platform.
Join us for an insightful conversation filled with practical tips and inspiring stories that will empower female entrepreneurs to take the next step in their business journey.
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Credits:
- Produced by: Lucy Kippist
- Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
- Interviewers: Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist
- Guest: Jo Downer
Keywords: Female entrepreneurs, business growth, collaborations, organic marketing, startup journey, balancing family and business, risk management, tech tools, Mums & Co, Monday Mojo, Joanna Downer.

Summer Season: Liz Kaelin
Join hosts Lucy and Carrie as they sit down with Liz Kaelin, a self-taught businesswoman and professional mentor, who shares her incredible journey from being a dietitian and nutritionist to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Liz talks about her passion for helping people, her pivot into the business world, and the hands-on experience she gained from building and selling her own business.
In this episode, Liz discusses her various roles in the entrepreneurial tech and innovation space, including her time as head of product at a software development firm, a lecturer in entrepreneurial finance at UTS, and a venture principal at a government venture fund. Now a part of the Mums & Co team, Liz is dedicated to supporting women in business and helping them navigate the path of entrepreneurship.
Tune in to hear Liz's inspiring story, her insights on the startup ecosystem, and her advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and motivation to help you succeed. Don't miss it!
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Credits:
- Produced by: Lucy Kippist
- Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
- Interviewers: Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist
- Guest: Liz Kaelin

Summer Series: Brett Lillie
Welcome to another inspiring episode of "Mumbition the Podcast"! Whether you're tuning in from your road trip, taking a beach walk, or relaxing in the backyard, we're here to keep you company. This season, we're catching up with some familiar faces from our community, and today, we have the dynamic Dr. Brett Lillie.
Brett is a chiropractor, runner, and business owner who is passionate about helping people redefine well-being and vitality. As a new expert joining the Mums & Co team, Brett shares his wisdom on movement, mindset, longevity, sleep, and rediscovery. His insights are sure to help you focus on the bigger picture and fine-tune your goal-setting process.
So sit back, relax, and let yourself be inspired by Brett's journey and expertise.
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Credits:
- Produced by: Lucy Kippist
- Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown
- Interviewers: Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist
- Guest: Brett Lillie
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In this workshop you will:
Be guided to rediscover your athlete within so you can understand what you’re really passionate about, what drives you and how you can harness it to achieve your goals.
After this workshop you will:
1.Embrace your true worth and discover who you need to become to fulfill and achieve your goals and dreams.
2.Learn practical tools and processes to close the gap and align your expectations with your reality to set yourself up for success.
3.Master the formulas that are going to keep you in the game, day in day out, and for the long run.

Summer Series: Danielle Lewis
Welcome to another inspiring episode of "Mumbition the Podcast"! Whether you're tuning in from your road trip, taking a beach walk, or relaxing in the backyard, we're here to keep you company. This season, we're catching up with some familiar faces from our community, and today, we have the brilliant founder of Spark, Danielle Lewis.
Join us as Danielle shares her journey from the corporate world to becoming a successful business owner, and how she created Spark to support women in business. From overcoming challenges to providing a platform for growth and empowerment, Danielle's story is sure to inspire and motivate.
So sit back, relax, and let yourself be inspired by Danielle's passion and dedication to making a difference. Are you ready to join a movement of business-owning women?
Join Mums & Co today!
Credits:
Produced by: Lucy Kippist Edited by: Morgan Sebastian Brown Interviewers: Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist Guest: Danielle LewisAre you ready to join a movement of business owning women? Join Mums & Co today.

Summer Series: Jacqui Ooi
Welcome to the Mumbition Summer Series! This week, we're excited to feature Jacqui Ooi, the founder of What She Did Next and creator of the Career Change Kickstarter course. Jacqui is dedicated to helping women navigate career changes and build fulfilling careers they love. Through her podcast and courses, she shares inspiring stories and proven strategies to empower women at all stages of their career journeys.
Join the Mums & Co community to connect with amazing women like Jacqui and gain access to fantastic resources and expert support for your business. Visit mumsandco.com.au to join today!
Don't miss this inspiring episode with Jacqui Ooi, and let her journey motivate you to achieve your own career goals. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the conversation!
Credits
Produced by - Lucy Kippist
Edited by - Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewers - Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist
Guest – Jacqui Ooi
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Summer Series: Emma Lovell
Welcome to the Mumbition Summer Series! This week, we're excited to feature Emma Lovell, a dynamic coach, speaker, and author who is passionate about helping others live a life they love. Emma, also known as the Bleisure Coach, combines business, travel, and self-care to create a fulfilling lifestyle. With 14 years of business experience and a love for travel, Emma has inspired many to pursue their dreams while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Join the Mums & Co community to connect with amazing members like Emma and gain access to fantastic resources and expert support for your business. Visit mumsandco.com.au to join today!
Don't miss this inspiring episode with Emma Lovell, and let her journey motivate you to achieve your own dreams. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the conversation!
Credits
Produced by - Lucy Kippist
Edited by - Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewers - Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist
Guest – Emma Lovell
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Summer Series: Kate Christie
Welcome to the Mumbition Summer Series! This week, we're thrilled to feature Kate Christie, a time management expert, best-selling author, and speaker. Kate has transformed her career from lawyer to a global business consultant, helping countless entrepreneurs achieve their goals. In this episode, Kate shares her business lessons, tips, and anecdotes from some of the world's leading businesspeople to help you balance business and family life.
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Don't miss out on Kate's exclusive event with Mums & Co in June. In this workshop, you will learn:
- Running a small business is hard work - there is a huge time commitment; financial risk; the fear of failure; and the ultimate fear - of having to get a 'normal job'. But let's face it - if it was easy everyone would be doing it. As a business woman you are a risk taker. You have a product or service that you are absolutely passionate about and you are creating a lifestyle for yourself and your family that you love. You can have it all! Kate shares her top business lessons, tips and anecdotes from some of the world's leading business people to help you have it all too.
After this workshop, you will come away with:
- Strategies to balance business responsibilities with family life, prioritizing tasks and setting boundaries to avoid burnout.
- Insights into the importance of creating a strong network of support—whether through family, friends, or professional connections—to help manage both your business and family duties.
- Understanding the significance of self-care and maintaining a positive mindset to stay motivated, reduce stress, and be the best version of yourself as both a business owner and a mom.
This event is for all business owners, no matter what stage of business you’re in. We will role-play and give feedback as your intended audience—whether you're practicing your pitch to a new prospect, investor, client, customer, media, or stakeholder.
Learn more about how you can participate and benefit from Kate's invaluable insights. Visit mumsandco.com.au to join and secure your spot for this exclusive event.

Summer Series Trailer
Welcome to Mumbition – the Summer Series! Whether you're tuning in from a road trip, taking a beach walk, or relaxing in the backyard, we're here to keep you company. This season, we're catching up with some familiar faces from our community, like Emma Lovell and Kate Christie, who have exciting book news to share! Plus, we'll hear from Danielle Lewis, the brilliant mind behind Spark, and Jacqui Ooi, host of the What She Did Next podcast series.
We'll also introduce you to some of the newest members of our Expert program, including Liz Kaelin, our partnerships principal and commercialization expert, goal-setting guru and author Brett Lillie, and small business collaboration expert and founder of Monday Mojo, Joanna Downer.
So, sit back, relax, and let yourself be inspired this summer. Don’t forget to visit mumsandco.com.au to join the Mums & Co community and get access to fantastic resources and expert support for your business.
Guests include:
- Kate Christie
- Emma Lovell
- Jacqui Ooi
- Danielle Lewis
- Brett Lillie
- Liz Kaelin
- Jo Downer
Enjoy the journey with us!

Bonus Be MPowered Season: Matilda Brown Good Farm Shop
In this episode, we chat with Matilda Brown, a dedicated business owner and mother, who, along with her husband Scott, runs The Good Farm Shop. Known for their 100% pasture-raised, organic ready meals, Matilda shares insights into their journey from starting as an online butchery to launching their new cookbook filled with personal recipes and stories. Tune in to hear about their commitment to ethical farming, the challenges of balancing business and family life, and the joy of sharing good food.
The Good Farm Shop has a fantastic offer for Be MPowered attendees. Register for FREE to access the offer Be MPowered 2024
Credits
Produced by - Lucy Kippist
Edited by - Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewers - Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist
Guest – Matilda Brown
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Paz Pisarski: Be MPowered 2024
Bonus Be MPowered Season: Paz Pisarski
Co-Founder The Community Collective
Paz is Co-Founder of The Community Collective, providing a space of support, camaraderie and belonging for community builders themselves. After years as a valued start-up supporter, Paz is now flourishing in two ventures of her own making, and loving it. Her passion for The CC’s mission makes the extra hours fulfilling, but it’s also her dedication to life-long loves – music and nature – that helps restore and sustain her energy.
Paz will be joining the Panel Discussion: Connecting for Growth Expand Your Community, Empower Connections, and Hack Business Success at the Mums & Co Be MPowered conference.
Get your FREE ticket here Be MPowered 2024
Joining Paz on the panel will be Verity Hare, Tradie Wives + Mundanara Bayles, The Black Card.
What will you take away from this session?
1. Hear from women leading communities across the startup and corporate space
2. Learn simple strategies for unlocking networks and communities when you are first starting out in business
3. Discover new ways to connect with communities in your industry and beyond.
What is this session about?
In a world where connections are key, fostering relationships with women in the same stage of business can be transformative. Gain practical insights and actionable tips on how to cultivate meaningful collaborations that nurture both personal and professional growth. Explore how women supporting each other can create a formidable network that accelerates growth and resilience. By tapping into these networks, you can access mentorship, partnerships, and opportunities that drive meaningful progress. Join us to explore how these principles can transform your business journey and elevate your impact within your industry and beyond.
Credits
Produced by - Lucy Kippist
Edited by - Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewers - Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist
Guest – Paz Pisarski Are you ready to join a movement of business owning women? Join Mums & Co today.

Bonus Be MPowered Season - Mundanara Bayles *Revisiting*
This week we are revisiting Episode 73 of Mumbition the podcast with Mundanara Bayles 'Every business can benefit from the wisdom of Elders'. Mundanara will be a speaker at the upcoming Be MPowered conference on 28th November 2024. Mother of five, host of Black Magic Woman podcast and co-founder of The Black Card a specialist consultancy providing cultural capability training and consultancy service to enable people and organisations to work effectively with members of the Aboriginal community, creating a society that includes everyone in a meaningful and productive way by working more effectively with First Nation people and each other. Links
Credits
Produced by - Lucy Kippist
Edited by - Morgan Brown
Interviewers - Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist
Guest - Mundanara Bayles
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Katrina McCarter: Be MPowered Season 2024
Katrina McCarter: Be MPowered Season 2024
Join us on Mumbition the Podcast as we chat with Katrina McCarter, the mastermind behind Partnerships Mastery and Marketing to Mums.
Katrina passionately explains how strategic partnerships can transform your business, sharing her secrets to creating win-win collaborations.
Discover the importance of clear business objectives and mutual value exchange, and hear inspiring stories of successful partnerships. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, Katrina’s insights will empower you to harness the power of partnerships for your business success.
Katrina joins the Be MPowered series of Mumbition as she will be joining our Be MPowered conference on 28th November as one of three speakers on a fascinating panel all about partnerships and small business.
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Credits
Produced by - Lucy Kippist
Edited by - Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewers - Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist
Guest – Katrina McCarter
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Rebecca Saunders: Be MPowered Season 2024
Rebecca Saunders
Founder The Champagne Lounge
Rebecca Saunders is a Serial Entrepreneur, Business Coach, Podcaster and Global Speaker. Rebecca joins the Be MPowered series of Mumbition as she will be joining our Be MPowered conference on 28th November as a Networking Host.
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Rebecca works with ambitious regional businesswomen wanting to do life and business unapologetically on their terms, and through her membership community The Champagne Lounge is on a mission to support all regional businesswomen across Australia through connection, conversation and celebration. Rebecca is also one of the Mums & Co Experts ready to support our community with:
- Turn Your Uniqueness Into A Super Power
- How to start and cultivate meaningful relationships
- Business Hacks for Getting It Done
You can book an Expert Session with Rebecca: Experts for women in business Credits
Produced by - Lucy Kippist
Edited by - Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewers - Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist
Guest – Rebecca Saunders
Are you ready to join a movement of business owning women? Join Mums & Co today.

Tracy Hall: Be MPowered Season 2024
Bonus Be MPowered Season: Tracy Hall
Author, Keynote Speaker & Senior Marketing Executive
Tracy will join Be MPowered 2024 for a Q&A on financial resilience, empowerment, security and wellbeing. Through her lived experience and deep research into scams and intimate fraud Tracy will inspire us to take more accountability and agency for our financial futures. And most of all to believe in the power of starting again.
What will you take away from this session with Tracy?
- Financial red flags: how to spot them and take action
- How to think about risk, money and growth as a woman
- Tips for starting again after a financial or relationship loss
Attendees will be able to submit their questions for Tracy to answer during the Q&A session
Links
Credits
Produced by - Lucy Kippist
Edited by - Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewers - Carrie Kwan and Lucy Kippist
Guest – Tracy Hall
Tracy Hall is an author, keynote speaker and senior marketing executive. Over the last 25 years, Tracy has had extensive exposure to start-ups, large corporations and global tech brands including Virgin Mobile, eBay, GoDaddy and Afterpay. She frequently consults for smaller companies, volunteers as a teen mentor for The Raise Foundation and is a Board Director for the Men's Mental Health Charity - Mongrels Men.
In 2019, Tracy became known as Hamish McLaren's famous 'last victim' thanks to her role in The Australian's hit podcast, Who the Hell is Hamish? Today, Tracy writes and speaks publicly about intimate fraud, scams, financial empowerment, victim mindsets, resilience and our need to rethink how we trust.
Are you ready to join a movement of business owning women? Join Mums & Co today.

Bonus Be MPowered Season: Verity Hare (Revisiting)
Welcome to a Special Season of Mumbition The Podcast by Mums & Co! The network that gives you the confidence to start a business and a community to help you stay in business.
This season, we’re celebrating the Be MPowered 2024 conference – a FREE, online event for business-owning women on November 28th. Over the next few weeks, you’ll hear from the inspiring speakers who will be sharing their wisdom and experiences at Be MPowered.
Today, we’re thrilled to re-share an interview we did with Verity Hare in an earlier season of Mumbition Episode 70: A safe space to get support.
Verity is the founder of Tradie Wives, an innovative collaboration platform that supports the wives and partners of tradies. Verity is a dedicated advocate for the empowerment and support of women in the trades industry. As the Founder and Director of Tradie Wives, she has demonstrated unwavering commitment to creating and building a supportive community of over 38,000 members.
In this episode, we’ll explore how Verity’s platform evolved from providing business support to becoming a crucial space for emotional wellbeing. We’ll discuss the balance between ambition, livelihood, and wellbeing, and how Verity’s community grew significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, we’ll touch on the critical importance of workplace health and safety for tradies.
So, grab your coffee, settle in, and let’s dive into this inspiring conversation with Verity.
Don't miss Verity at the Be MPowered 2024 conference
She will be part of the Panel Discussion “Connecting for Growth: Expand Your Community, Empower Connections, and Hack Business Success” alongside Paz Pisarski from Community Collective and Mundanara Bayles from The Black Card.
What will you take away from this session?
- In a world where connections are key, fostering relationships with women in the same stage of business can be transformative.
- Gain practical insights and actionable tips on how to cultivate meaningful collaborations that nurture both personal and professional growth.
- Explore how women supporting each other can create a formidable network that accelerates growth and resilience. By tapping into these networks, you can access mentorship, partnerships, and opportunities that drive meaningful progress.
Join us to explore how these principles can transform your business journey and elevate your impact within your industry and beyond.

Maggie Dent: Be MPowered Season 2024
We believe strongly in the power of community, and it’s thanks to the generosity of our phenomenal community that we can bring you this week’s episode.
Stephanie Trethewey, host of the Motherland podcast, who we interviewed back on episode 68 of Mumbition The Podcast, “Motherhood: A Baptism of Fire and Inspiration” has been kind enough to share this snippet of her interview with Maggie Dent with us.
To many of you, Maggie Dent probably needs no introduction. She is one of Australia’s favourite parenting authors, educators, and podcasters and will be joining us for a special Q&A session titled “How do I handle this? Trusting your parenting instincts through life’s ups and downs” as part of our Be MPowered conference. Links
- Listen to the full interview with Maggie Dent on the Motherland Podcast episode 120: Born and bred bushy Maggie Dent on motherhood and raising resilient country kids Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple
- Listen to the episode of Mumbition with Stephanie Trethewey Episode 68: Motherhood a baptism of fire and inspiration
Credits
Produced by - Lucy Kippist
Edited by - Morgan Sebastian Brown
Interviewers - Stephanie Trethewey, Motherland Podcast
Guest – Maggie Dent
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Be MPowered Season Trailer
Get ready to be inspired and empowered with the new season of Mumbition The Podcast! This season, we’re bringing you Be MPowered, a series dedicated to business-owning mums and those thinking about starting their own ventures.
Join us as we dive into insightful conversations with industry leaders, successful entrepreneurs, and experts who will share their wisdom on financial resilience, strategic partnerships, and the art of starting again. From spotting financial red flags to leveraging partnerships for growth, this season is packed with actionable advice and real-life stories to help you navigate your business journey.
Tune in to hear from incredible speakers like Tracy Hall, author of The Last Victim, and Katrina McCarter, founder of Marketing To Mums, as they share their experiences and answer your burning questions.
Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting out, Be MPowered is here to support and inspire you every step of the way. Subscribe now and don’t miss an episode!
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Be MPowered 2024 (mumsandco.com.au)
28 November
Free
Online