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Megan Draper | The CEO Turning Discarded Furniture into Human Dignity

by admin | May 26, 2025 | Blog, Change Makers, Female Entrepreneur, Female Leaders, Podcast For Women

DescriptionIn this episode of the Power Of Women Podcast, host Di Gillett speaks with Megan Draper, Founder and CEO of Furniture Reuse Solutions (FRS) — a 100% female-owned environmental company that has quietly redefined what it means to lead with purpose.

Megan was raised to believe that women were meant to be subservient to men — homemakers in the background, while men took the lead as breadwinners. A chance encounter at a gas station led her into the world of recycling and environmental logistics. Today, she leads a company that has redirected more than £60 million worth of surplus furniture to over 200 nonprofits and humanitarian organisations — avoiding landfill and transforming lives in the process.

We explore the growing intersection of sustainability, circular economy principles, and social responsibility — and how impact-led leadership is no longer optional in today’s business landscape. This episode is for anyone building something bigger than themselves — especially women navigating leadership, visibility, and purpose in a world that still questions their right to take the lead.

In this episode we reveal:

The truth about leading in a male-dominated industry
How one desk or chair can transform a child’s future
The power of circular economy thinking in business
Why real leadership today must include social impact

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Terry Tateossian | Breaking Free from Emotional Eating

by admin | May 19, 2025 | Conqueror, Entrepreneur, Female Empowerment, Female Podcast, Health & Wellbeing, Podcast For Women

What if your cravings weren’t about hunger—but about your emotions?

The relationship between the food we eat, and our feelings can be fraught. Breaking free from emotional eating is rarely a linear journey.

What we eat isn’t just about hunger—it’s about how we feel. In this episode, Di Gillett sits down with powerhouse Terry Tateossian, who shares her inspiring transformation: shedding over 80 pounds during perimenopause and stepping into her power as a fitness coach for women over 40. They dive deep into emotional eating, the hidden impact of sugar, and the mindset shift needed for real, lasting change. Terry opens up about her cultural roots, personal struggles, and how she broke free from unhealthy patterns. From the concept of primary vs secondary foods to the role of resistance training in aging well, this conversation is a wake-up call for women ready to take control of their health—without giving up the joy in life.

In this episode:

➨ Understanding nutrition: The shift in eating habits

➨ The role of emotional eating in weight gain

➨ Breaking the cycle: Overcoming emotional eating

➨ The power of awareness: Recognising emotional triggers

➨ Emotional hunger vs. Physical hunger

➨ Strength training for midlife women

➨ Measuring progress without obsession

New episodes drop every Monday to power your week.

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Find Terry Tateossian at:

Website https://www.thehouseofrose.com/womens-wellness-retreats/

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-tateossian/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/how.good.can.it.get/?hl=en

Judy King | Reclaiming Her Life After Childhood Trauma

by admin | May 12, 2025 | Blog, Conqueror, Female Author, Female Entrepreneur, Female Podcast, Podcast For Women

Judy King is the first octogenarian guest on the Power Of Women Podcast — and she is nothing short of extraordinary. Now living her best life in Mallorca, Judy’s story is a powerful journey of success and healing, after unearthing repressed childhood memories.

Our conversation is a true emotional rollercoaster. We celebrate Judy’s remarkable achievements, including her domination of the Paddington real estate market in the 1960s — a feat few women could dream of at the time. But behind the success, Judy battled hidden demons: repressed childhood memories that left her overwhelmed by a persistent, haunting sense of failure. In recent years, therapy helped Judy unlock deeply buried truths — a harrowing history of undiagnosed trauma, sexual abuse, abandonment, emotional deprivation, and lifelong impacts on her mental health.

Judy shares her raw and courageous story with us, offering hope and wisdom for anyone who has faced darkness and fought their way back to the light.

Her full journey is captured in her powerful new book, AGNES – A Childhood Betrayed and Reclaimed.

Content Warning: This episode discusses topics related to child sexual abuse, trauma, and mental health.

In this episode:

Judy King is on a mission to help adult survivors of child abuse.
Her childhood experiences shaped her problem-solving skills.
Judy’s entrepreneurial spirit was driven by a desire to survive.
Judy became a recluse to focus on her personal issues.
Buddhism provided her with kindness and a new perspective.
Confronting her childhood trauma was a pivotal moment in her healing.

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Judy’s book is available:

Amazon https://www.amazon.com.au/Agnes-childhood-reclaimed-Judy-King/dp/1761096974 and at major bookstores.

10% of author royalties will be donated to the Blue Knot Foundation: https://blueknot.org.au/

Debbie Lee | So You Want to Write a Book? Here’s How.

by admin | May 5, 2025 | Blog, Female Author, Female Entrepreneur, Female Podcast

So, you want to write a book? Debbie Lee on how to get published.

If you’ve ever dreamed of becoming an author, this episode of the Power Of Women Podcast is a must-listen!

The world of publishing is evolving, and today’s authors must do more than just write—they need to promote themselves through podcasts, social media, literary festivals, and every opportunity that comes their way. As publishing veteran and owner of Ginninderra Press, Debbie Lee understands this shift firsthand. Bequeathed the company by its founder, Stephen Matthews, she carries the deep responsibility of honouring his legacy while navigating the industry’s modern challenges.

In this episode of the Power Of Women Podcast, Debbie and Di dive into the multifaceted world of publishing. From the crucial role of professional editing to the expanding formats of books, they explore the key elements every writer must consider. They also discuss common pitfalls in manuscript submissions, the realities of book-to-screen adaptations, and the growing impact of censorship on literature.

Plus, with more women than ever finding their voices in publishing, self-promotion has never been more important. Authors can no longer hide behind their pages—it’s time to step into the spotlight.

New episodes drop every Monday to power your week.

In his episode, we explore:

How print on demand technology has revolutionized the publishing industry, allowing for more flexibility and accessibility for indie authors.
The indie publishing landscape is changing, with authors needing to adapt to new realities.
Authors must invest in the editing and design process to ensure their book is of high quality.
Engaging a qualified editor is crucial for authors.
Women authors are increasingly finding their voice in the industry.

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