Wildfemmes with Emma Maggs

Welcome to Wildfemmes... A captivating and uplifting podcast that celebrates the journeys of inspiring women who are making a profound impact in society through their own unique ways. Join your host, Emma Maggs, as she sits down with extraordinary women from diverse backgrounds and industries to delve into their stories of empowerment, self-care, authenticity, and living a life by design. In each episode, we have an intimate and candid conversation with a trailblazing woman who has fearlessly pursued their dreams and passions, shattering societal norms and embraced their individuality, forging a path to success on their own terms. Wildfemmes is your platform to gain wisdom, strength, and inspiration from these remarkable women, empowering you to design a life that is uniquely yours so that you can thrive too. We're here to help you stay wild, and free always.

Molly Benjamin ON: Money mindset, Financial communication, investing and how she went from working in communications to helping women get rich 10/30/2024

Molly Benjamin ON: Money mindset, Financial communication, investing and how she went from working in communications to helping women get rich This week, we’re talking all things money moves with Molly Benjamin, the powerhouse founder behind , where the mission is simple but bold: help women take charge of their finances and build their wealth. From her early days working in communications in a bank to empowering over 60,000 women in achieving their financial goals, Molly knows a thing or two about money – and she’s here to spill! In this episode, we dive into Molly's journey, her insights on money mindset, and why clear, fearless financial communication is key (especially in relationships). Plus, Molly shares the mistakes she commons sees women making, how she handles the odd spanner and why she loves what she does (we love it too!) Get ready for a fun and vulnerable conversation that’s both empowering and inspiring, because, as Molly says, it’s time for women to get rich – and stay that way! To join the Ladies Finance Club, head to: To peruse the fancy underwater muses of Wildfemmes: Timecodes: 01:10 - what did Molly want to be in school and what career she ended up in 01:54 - What inspired Molly to investigate financial literacy 02:54 - Breaking the mindset of scarcity 03:23 - Turning point in Molly’s career and the beginning of Ladies Finance Club 05:18 - How she came up with the name and what does the club actually do 08:18 - Taking Ladies Finance Club from a side hustle to a full time career 11:20 - Talking through money and relationships 16:26 - The mistakes Molly see's women commonly making 18:13 - Rainy day funds and importance of investing 19:17 - Touching on our perception of what the best investors look like and unpacking the disparity in our perspective 20:23 - Three things you want to see women doing in relation to investing 23:13 - How Molly handles financial spanners - behaviour and discipline 25:03 - Money mindset practices & Mantras 26:54 - Common money blockages 29:17 - Who inspires Molly in her field and resources she loves 30:18 - Books that Molly loves and has helped her on her own journey 32:55 - How can be get involved with Ladies Finance Club /episode/index/show/b716294e-422a-40b8-893d-010ac72a2aea/id/33696147

Nina Karnikowski ON: Mindful travel, rip-cord moments, relationships, and taking control of your mental health 06/13/2024

Nina Karnikowski ON: Mindful travel, rip-cord moments, relationships, and taking control of your mental health In this episode, Emma sits down with the remarkable travel writer and author, Nina Karnikowski. Known for her inspiring books, "Make a Living Living", "The Mindful Traveller" and "Go Lightly," Nina pulls back the curtain on her extensive travel experiences, offering listeners a deep dive into the transformative power of exploring the world. In this candid conversation, Nina shares the profound lessons she's learned from her journeys, including the pivotal 'rip cord moments' that have reshaped her perspective on life and how she moves through it. Nina opens up about her relationships, the importance of taking control of your mental health, and shares valuable insights into her practices for maintaining mindfulness on and off the road. Hint - journaling plays a big role here! Whether you're an avid traveler or someone seeking inspiration and empowerment, Nina's stories and tips for mindful travel will motivate you to embrace your own adventures with an open heart and a resilient spirit. Tune in to learn how to navigate the world with intention and grace, and let Nina's wisdom guide you towards a more fulfilling and mindful travel experience. Subscribe to Wildfemmes with Emma Maggs and join us for this inspiring conversation with Nina Karnikowski, where the power of women's stories continues to inspire, motivate, and empower us all. Chapter notes: 00:48 - How Nina came into Emma’s orbit - her book, Make a Living 01:24 - Nina shares Make a Living and the journey behind the book. Pulling back the curtain behind the people who have careers we dream about. 04:35 - You learn the most about the thing, by doing the thing. 05:37 - Nina’s learnings from writing, Make a Living 09:19 - Touching on the people Nina interview in Make a Living who were really living out their creative passions and lifestyle 10:05 - What inspired Nina to become a travel journalist, becoming the next Catriona Rowntree and the downsides to be a travel journalist 13:40 - What did Teenage Nina want to be 15:57 - Nina’s love for South East Asia and ripcord moments 19:15 - Nina’s trek in Nepal in September of 2024 21:52 - Nina’s shares her published books and the life changing moment that inspired her to write them 24:55 - Nina’s number one tip for mindful travel 28:53 - What Nina has learnt from the women from other cultures and the importance of intimacy of community 33:52 - Nina speaks to relationships, how she nurtures them, the importance of respect and being more comfortable being being uncomfortable 39:28 - How Nina is supporting her partner who is suffering burn out and anxiety 41:09 - The Daily things Nina and her partner do to stay grounded, and why nature and travel is the best medicine 42:57 - Nina shares some of her favourite natural therapies, taking control of your mental health, and why the 48:14 - Nina shares the book she thinks every woman should read and why - Stranger care, learning to love what isn’t ours - Sarah Santilles For more information on Nina, her writers retreats or the trek coming up in Nepal, head to her website: or her Instagram: To peruse the muses of Wildfemmes, head to: or reach out to Emma via her Instagram: or over at Wildfemmes: Thank you and stay wild x /episode/index/show/b716294e-422a-40b8-893d-010ac72a2aea/id/31727972

Season 2 Premier - Wildfemmes IRL with Deborah Hutton 05/29/2024

Season 2 Premier - Wildfemmes IRL with Deborah Hutton In this captivating episode of Wildfemmes, host Emma Maggs sits down with the legendary Deborah Hutton, one of Australia's most iconic media personalities. Recorded live in Coledale, NSW, before an audience of over 70 inspiring women, this interview delves deep into Deborah's expansive career and her insights on life and success. Deborah opens up about the role of intuition and manifestation in her journey, candidly discusses battling imposter syndrome, and shares stories from her impactful tenure at the Australian Women’s Weekly. She also reveals her strategies for knowing your strengths, understanding the type of person you want to be, and maintaining a thriving, centred life amidst the demands of business and media. Join us for an enlightening conversation filled with wisdom, authenticity, and powerful takeaways. Whether you’re looking to be inspired professionally, find balance in your life, or simply be entertained, this episode is a must-listen. For more information on Wildfemmes, head to To immerse yourself in the fancy underwater muses of the art series, head to the Chapter time codes: 00:59 - Acknowledgement of country 01:43 - How the Wildfemmes Interview series came to be 06:03 - Introducing Deborah Hutton 08:34 - Teenage Deborah, and what she thought she was going to do when she grew up Vs what she actually did 12:12 - Deborah’s modelling career 15:53 - Living her whole adulthood in the public eye and how she moved through life 17:42 - How Deborah approached relationships and trust 20:09 - Speaking to the importance of intuition and shares a fabulous story of professional experience where she trusted her gut 23:25 - Deborah talks us through how to ‘follow your charm’ 24:51 - How Deborah manifests 25:25 - The beauty of reflection and uncomfortable growth 27:07 - Imposter syndrome and fake it till you make it 28:17 - How she joined the Grace Brothers and Myers family 29:39 - Multiple career personality disorder - Deborah maps out her career over the years 32:05 - The Australian Women’s Weekly cover story - Incredible at 50 34:20 - Deborah’s account of what it was like working in publishing for The Australian Women’s Weekly 35:53 - Working in a team and knowing your strengths and weaknesses 37:23 - Deborah’s advice for people starting their careers, or for people who are pivoting later in life 38:44 - Deborah’s journey with skin cancer - Australia’s deadliest cancer 44:18 - Why Deborah created Canopy Bay (Hat range) 45:25 - Why it’s just as important to say ‘no’ as it is to say ‘yes 46:14 - The lowest common denominator 48:24 - What’s next for Deborah… 50:50 - What keeps Deborah centred and thriving 54:55 - Deborah speaking to confidence, and the importance of having champions around you 58:18 - Figuring our who you are and who you want to be 01:01:15 - The beauty of aging /episode/index/show/b716294e-422a-40b8-893d-010ac72a2aea/id/31507362

Leah Simmons ON: The art of balance, living in the moment, self care, and how to start your own journey with self development. 04/13/2023

Sophie Marshall ON: Making space for yourself to succeed and to live, exploring alternative treatments to be your best self in work and life, taking a side hustle to full time career and trusting the process amongst all the chaos. In an age where the definition of health is starting to be rewritten, and things like burnout being as common as the flu, the importance of a lifestyle that supports your wellbeing has never been more crucial. Queue Sophie Marshall, the founder of Gentle Habits, whose soul mission is to create products that help you explore rituals and daily practices that promote positive outcomes that better you and your life holistically. We chat about making space for yourself to succeed and to live, exploring alternative treatments to be your best self in work and life, taking a side hustle to full time career and trusting the process amongst all the chaos. And so much more, this is Wildfemmes... In this video we discuss: - What is Gentle Habits and how did it come about - Sophie's creative process and inspiration - This is incense evolved into Gentle Habits - Sophie shares how she had to start looking after herself and how important it is to have an open mind in regards to your health - How an emotional melt down lead Sophie to start her self discovery journey, and exploring what she actually liked doing as a hobby - What pushed Sophie to take her side-hustle to a full time career - The risks of taking the side-hustle full time - What's needed to run your own business, and what makes Sophie fullfilled through her business - How Gentle Habits has helped Sophie be gentle with herself amongst the chaos of life and how her son has noticed the change in her because of it - Emma and Sophie touch on the reframe of how society views working mums and the gender in-balance of it all and how Sophie's partner is 100% hands on in everything - Sophie shares her (business woo-woo) and the two things she has integrated into her life that have been a game changer - The art of letting go and the importance of being vulnerable on social media so people feel less alone - the book that Sophie keeps coming back to, and the vision Sophie had for her team - The biggest mistake Sophie made when taking her business from a side-hustle to a full time career - Three ways to switch off - How Sophie stays wild at home, in life, love and in business Wildfemmes Website: Emma Maggs Instagram: Wildfemmes Instagram: Gentle Habits Instagram: /episode/index/show/b716294e-422a-40b8-893d-010ac72a2aea/id/25992723

Jana Hocking ON: The pressure of societal norms, being ok with your choices, the love of therapy and how it can help make your life better, and Jana's tips for people looking for love. 02/13/2023

Dr Olivia Lesslar ON: Getting to the root cause of our health, de-normalising common ailments, why imposter syndrome is a good thing, and how focusing on our sleep hygiene is crucial to a long and healthy life. 12/21/2022

Charlotte Chimes ON: Her trail blazing role on iconic show Neighbours, the art of rejection, defining femininity and the beauty of enjoying the ride. 12/08/2022

Zoë Condliffe ON: Her start-up 'She's a Crowd', the path to healing after experiencing an abusive relationship, starting a business from your van and how to reclaim your power. 11/24/2022

Caroline Groth ON: The importance of doing the ‘work’, her approach to healing after trauma, self love and building a life outside of your past. 11/10/2022

Ema Taylor ON: Her past life as a model, her own battles with body dysmorphia, how our bodies keep the score, creating boundaries for success and we even bust some fertility myths. 10/29/2022

Vanessa Budah ON: Her template for life, how to achieve happiness in work and play, emotional mastery and more of her incredible journey. 10/14/2022

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