Emotional intelligence (EQ) is more than a buzzword. It’s the quiet force that shapes leadership, culture, and connection. In this episode of the Power Of Women Podcast, Di Gillett is joined by Amy Jacobson, emotional intelligence and human behaviour specialist, keynote speaker, and author of The Emotional Intelligence Advantage. Together they explore how EQ is built, why empathy matters, the dangers of toxic positivity, and how women can embrace emotional intelligence to lead authentically.

You’ll hear:

- Why empathy is powerful, but also exhausting — and how to avoid becoming a pushover.

- How toxic positivity erodes trust and damages workplace culture.

- Why balancing IQ and EQ is critical in talent acquisition and leadership.

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Who is Amy Jacobson?

Amy Jacobson is an EI and human behaviour specialist. She is the twice Wiley-published author of Emotional Intelligence: A Simple and Actionable Guide to Increasing Performance, Engagement and Ownership and her new book The Emotional Intelligence Advantage: Mastering Change and Difficult Conversations.

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Website https://amyjacobson.com.au/

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In this episode of the Power Of Women Podcast, Di Gillett is joined by Azra Alagic founder of BiohackHer. Together, they explore how small daily choices can radically change the way women age, shifting the focus from simply living longer to truly living well longer. From cutting sugar and resetting circadian rhythms to mindful breathwork and the power of morning sunlight, Azra shares her personal health journey and the five everyday biohacks that feel like superpowers. This conversation challenges outdated views of aging, reframes retirement as a mindset trap, and offers practical, science-backed tools that any woman can adopt today.

Biohacking: fad or foundation for women’s vitality? Tune in to discover.

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Who is Azra Alagic?

Azra is the founder of BiohackHer, a Behaviour Change Specialist, and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. After overcoming chronic fatigue, gut issues, and autoimmunity through biohacking, she now helps women boost energy, resilience, and longevity with simple, science-backed daily practices.

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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/azra-alagic-77794526/

Website https://www.biohack-her.com/

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What if midlife wasn’t the crisis we’ve been taught to dread, but the revolution we’ve been waiting for?

In this powerful conversation, Natty Frasca—pleasure coach, rebel rouser, and founder of The Feminine Rebellion, shares why women so often “check all the boxes” of success yet still feel numb, burned out, or disconnected. We explore the neuroscience of pleasure, the myths around aging, and why reclaiming your power in midlife means owning your presence, your joy, and your unapologetic truth. This episode is for every woman ready to stop apologising for wanting more, to rediscover pleasure beyond the bedroom, and to walk into any room knowing she belongs.

We explore:

- What pleasure really means beyond sex and why most women are disconnected from it

- Why aging is not decline but a superpower of wisdom, sharper boundaries, and freedom

- How to own any room you walk into through presence, not performance

- Why visibility is an act of rebellion against outdated narratives

📖 Read the full transcript of this conversation here: 👉 https://powerofwomen.com.au/natty-frasca-talks-with-di-gillett-about-how-to-reclaim-pleasure-power/

Who is Natty Frasca?

Natty is a Pleasure Coach and founder of The Feminine Rebellion. She helps high-achieving midlife women reclaim their joy, power, and presence by unbinding from societal conditioning and reconnecting with pleasure in all its forms. A former ad exec and mom of three, Natty believes midlife isn’t a crisis - it’s your revolution.

Find Natty at:

Website https://thefemininerebellion.com/

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In this very first solo episode of the Power Of Women Podcast, I open up about a deeply personal chapter of my life: The sudden onset of Alopecia Totalis in 1999 and how it reshaped not only my appearance, but also my resilience, my career and my sense of identity. It left me bald as a badger, when over a few short months, all my hair fell out.

What began as a devastating loss became one of the most defining periods of growth in my life. From enduring clinical and brutal medical treatments to finding unexpected acts of kindness, exploring alternative therapies, and ultimately rebuilding both my confidence and career. This story is a testament to the power of choosing courage in the face of adversity.

I share this episode in the hope that my journey will resonate with anyone facing their own life-altering challenges, reminding us that we are always more than how we look.

What we cover:

- The emotional impact of Alopecia totalis and the identity shift it forced.

- Why Western medicine wasn’t the answer for me, and the path toward alternative therapies.

- The lowest moment of my journey, and how I pulled myself back.

- Lessons in resilience, self-worth, and speaking out to support others.

📖 Read the full transcript of this conversation here: 👉 https://powerofwomen.com.au/di-gillett-open-up-about-becoming-bald-as-a-badger-when-all-her-hair-fell-out/

Who is Di Gillett?

Di Gillett is the founder and host of the Power Of Women Podcast, a platform celebrating the strength, resilience, and achievements of women from all walks of life. With over 30 years’ experience as an entrepreneur and executive search leader, Di brings her “headhunter’s lens” to every conversation, blending sharp insight with deep empathy. Her mission is to amplify women’s voices and create space for stories that inspire transformation.

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Hana Assafiri OAM is a true champion of women and a visionary driving societal change. She speaks candidly about growing up between Lebanon and Australia, her arranged marriage at 15, and the systemic failures women face when seeking freedom from violence. She shares how acts of kindness from strangers shaped her path, how she transformed personal trauma into purpose, and why she founded the iconic Moroccan Soup Bar, a sanctuary where food, community, and women’s empowerment intersect.

We explore:

- Life and freedom beyond survival

- Acts of kindness that change the trajectory of a life

- Why safe spaces and community support matter

- How men must step up as allies in addressing gender-based violence

📖 Read the full transcript of this conversation here: https://powerofwomen.com.au/hana-assafiri-a-champion-of-women-and-a-true-visionary-for-societal-change-talks-with-di-gillett/

Who is Hana Assafiri?

Hana Assafiri OAM is a renowned entrepreneur, activist, and author. Best known as the founder of Melbourne’s iconic Moroccan Soup Bar, Hana has spent over 25 years creating spaces that blend food, culture, and community justice. Hana is a leading voice on gender equity, intersectionality, and social change.

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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/hana-assafiri-oam-293560173/

Moroccan Soup Bar https://www.moroccansoupbar.com.au/

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In this episode of the Power Of Women Podcast, Di Gillett joins Maz O’Connor to talk about midlife reinvention, women’s empowerment, and financial independence after 50. From selling everything and moving to Bali, to backing herself in business and redefining retirement, Maz shares her unfiltered story of courage, conviction, and personal growth. If you’re a woman navigating midlife change, looking to prioritise wellness, independence and purpose, this conversation will show you how reinvention really begins.

We explore:

- Why midlife reinvention is about conviction, not crisis

- Courage as the quiet voice that shapes big decisions

- Building financial independence as the foundation for women’s empowerment

- The role of wellness and intentional living in powering reinvention.

📖 Read the full transcript of this conversation here: 👉 https://powerofwomen.com.au/maz-oconnor-di-gillett-talking-reinventing-life-in-midlife-with-courage-and-purpose/

Who is Maz O’Connor?

Maz O’Connor has spent over 30 years in the wellness industry and is now embracing her powerful “third act.” A solo mum turned entrepreneur, she has built businesses, supported women globally through affiliate and network marketing, and recently made the bold move to Bali to launch a new wellbeing venture.

Find Maz at:

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Lele’s story is one of survival, identity, and fierce determination.

This conversation is a testament to resilience, motherhood and the power of music.

We explore how music has Lele’s weapon of resistance and a vessel for preserving her culture.

In this moving episode of the Power Of Women Podcast, Di reveals the story behind Lele’s story From her family’s escape from West Papua to becoming Australia’s first prominent West Papuan artist to perform at major events, she shares the realities of living in exile, the deep cultural connection passed down by her late father — legendary musician Agustinus Rumwaropen.

Who is Voice of Lele?

Lele is a Melbourne-based West Papuan singer-songwriter, activist, mother of four and wife to First Nations artist Mitch Tambo. Born in exile, her family were the first West Papuan refugees to settle in Australia in 1988. Drawing on her heritage and personal experiences, her music blends Island Pop with traditional influences, serving as both cultural celebration and political statement.

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Website: https://www.voiceoflele.com

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What happens when you grow up as a third culture kid, speak four languages, and dare to question a system built without you in mind?

In this compelling episode of the Power Of Women Podcast, Professor Nada Hamad—renowned haematologist, professor, and fierce advocate—sits down with Di to talk about identity, inclusion, and the urgent need for change in the systems that shape our lives. Nada brings the full force of her experience—as a clinician, a mother of three daughters, and a woman who’s lived across cultures—to unpack the blind spots in our institutions that still fail women today. From her early start in medical school at just 14 to her powerful insights on advocacy, culture, and raising empowered daughters, this episode is equal parts wisdom and wake-up call.

We cover:

- Gendered systems and why they still fall short

- Identity, belonging, and the power of difference

- Why real inclusion means redesigning the rules

Who is Prof Nada Hamad?

A senior haematologist, clinician-researcher, and academic leader with expertise in bone marrow transplantation and cellular therapies. She is the current President of the Australia and New Zealand Transplant and Cellular Therapies (ANZTCT) society and a 2025 Fulbright Senior Scholar. A mother of three and a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, Dr. Hamad is changing the conversation in medicine—and society at large.

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