In this episode of the Power of Women Podcast, Di Gillett welcomes back Dr. Marina Christov, Chinese Medicine practitioner and founder of The House of Life, for a deep dive into the invisible forces behind fatigue, burnout, and depletion. If you're feeling energetically drained, constantly tired, or struggling to find balance—this is the conversation your body has been waiting for.

KEY TOPICS:

· The root cause of persistent tiredness

· Morning and evening rituals to recharge your energy

· Why seasonal living matters more than we think

· The connection between digestion and fatigue

· How to shop, eat and live in tune with your body

· Boundaries, burnout and why saying no is powerful self-care

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WHO IS DR. MARINA CHRISTOV?

Dr. Marina Christov is a renowned Chinese Medicine practitioner and founder of The House of Life wellness clinic. With over 20 years of experience and multiple awards for her healing products and formulations, she is known for her root cause approach to women’s health, energy alignment, and emotional freedom.

FIND DR. CHRISTOV AT:

Website https://houseoflife.com.au/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thehouseoflifeclinic/

OTHER EPISODES:

Listen to our companion episode with Dr. Marina Christov here

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What if we’ve been looking at middle management all wrong?

In this powerful conversation, Di Gillett is joined by Rebecca Houghton—author, speaker, and founder of BoldHR—to explore why middle managers are under more pressure than ever, and what needs to change. From the rise of AI and workplace restructuring to leadership burnout and the future of visibility for women in the middle, this episode reframes the role of those holding the heart of organisations together. Rebecca shares her game-changing concept of the B-Suite—a new way to define and develop high-impact leaders operating from the centre of an organisation. Whether you’re leading from the middle or relying on those who do, this episode offers a blueprint for the future of leadership.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

· 82% of middle managers feel invisible or frustrated in their roles.

· The “B-Suite” is not just a new label—it’s a strategic upgrade redefining impact without title.

· Burnout remains the #1 challenge for middle managers—especially women.

· AI has the potential to transform the role of middle managers, but also poses risks.

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WHO IS REBECCA HOUGHTON?

An accomplished speaker and talent management professional, Rebecca works with progressive, complex organisations who know that high impact drives high value and helps them build B-Suite Leaders with C-Suite impact. Her clients are individual middle managers and their C-Suite leaders who need their middle managers to have with more poise, productivity and promotability - leaders who can more confidently drive cohesion, clarity, decisions and performance.

FIND REBECCA AT:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-houghton/

Website http://www.boldhr.com/

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What if architecture wasn’t just about buildings—but about rebuilding lives?

In this episode of the Power of Women Podcast, Di Gillett speaks with Professor Esther Charlesworth AM, a humanitarian architect, academic, and changemaker whose work sits at the powerful intersection of design, ethics, and social justice. From war-torn cities like Mostar and Beirut to domestic violence shelters in Melbourne, Esther’s global career challenges everything we think we know about architecture. She shares the founding story of Architects Without Frontiers, a not-for-profit delivering civil infrastructure projects for the world’s most vulnerable communities, and opens up about what it means to design for fragility in an era of climate change, conflict, and chronic displacement.

KEY TOPICS:

How architecture can be a tool for peace, equity, and resilience

What it takes to lead in a system that still undervalues social impact design

Why the future of rebuilding—post-disaster and post-conflict—must include the people who live there

Why temporary housing often fails—and how we can do better

WHO IS PROF. ESTHER CHARLESWORTH

Professor Esther Charlesworth is a leading humanitarian architect and academic at RMIT University, where she founded the Master of Disaster, Design and Development (MoDDD) program and directs the Humanitarian Architecture Research Bureau (HARB). She is the founding director of Architects Without Frontiers (AWF), which has delivered over 60 projects across 12 countries for vulnerable communities, and was also a co-founder of Architectes Sans Frontieres International. With a Master’s in Architecture and Urban Design from Harvard and a PhD from the University of York, Esther has worked across Melbourne, Sydney, New York, Boston, and Beirut, and authored eight books exploring the intersection of architecture, ethics and social justice.

FIND PROF. CHARLESWORTH AT:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/esther-charlesworth/

Architects Without Frontiers https://www.architectswithoutfrontiers.com.au/

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What if the root of your exhaustion isn’t just in your schedule—but in your organs?

Di Gillett sits down with renowned Chinese Medicine practitioner Dr. Marina Christov, founder of The House of Life on the Power Of Women Podcast, to challenge the notion of why so many women are energetically depleted —and what your liver, kidneys, and nervous system are trying to tell you. With over 25 years of experience, Marina brings a rare blend of clinical wisdom, emotional insight, and unapologetic truth-telling to this deeply personal conversation.

Marina also shares her own story of rejection and resilience—from being dismissed for being “too personable” to building a thriving wellness practice grounded in compassion, feminine energy, and fierce intention.

KEY TOPICS:

Why so many women are energetically depleted—and what your liver, kidneys, and nervous system are trying to tell you

How emotions are stored in the body, and how Chinese medicine maps this connection

Why burnout, brain fog, and tension aren’t just physical—they’re symptoms of fragmentation

How self-understanding and energetic alignment can become your greatest tools for healing

WHO IS DR. MARINA CHRISTOV?

Dr. Marina Christov is a leading Chinese Medicine practitioner with 25+ years of experience and a signature root-cause approach to healing. Trained in Australia and China, she blends Eastern wisdom with clinical precision to treat the body, mind, and spirit.

FIND DR. MARINA CHRISTOV AT:

Website https://houseoflife.com.au/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thehouseoflifeclinic/?hl=en

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In 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.

KEY TOPICS:

Purpose-driven business requires both heart and strategy

Female leadership still faces subtle (and not-so-subtle) resistance

Choose your hard: Every path in life has its challenges—but choosing one with purpose makes it worthwhile

WHO IS MEGAN DRAPER?

Megan Draper is the Founder & CEO of Furniture Reuse Solutions (FRS), a certified woman-owned enterprise dedicated to transforming surplus furniture into sustainable, socially impactful resources. With a background in logistics & a deep commitment to environmental stewardship, Megan launched to bridge the gap between corporate surplus & community need. Under her leadership, FRS has diverted thousands of tons of furniture from landfills, redirecting them to underserved communities and humanitarian organisations worldwide.

FIND MEGAN AT:

Website https://furniture-rs.com/

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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.

WHO IS TERRY TATEOSSIAN?

Terry Tateossian is a fitness & lifestyle coach, a personal trainer, nutritionist, hormone specialist, emotional eating coach, and host of the How Good Can It Get Podcast. A successful entrepreneur, mother of two teenagers, Terry is passionate about sharing her story of losing over 80lbs in her mid-forties and helping empower others to make positive changes in their lives - no matter the age.

FIND TERRY AT:

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

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

OTHER EPISODES:

Listen to our episode Ep.58 Alison Cork MBE | How to Be Fit & Fabulous At ANY Age here

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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, repressed memories and healing. 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.

WHO IS JUDY KING?

Judy King was a successful Real Estate entrepreneur of the 1960’s, dominating the Paddington market in Sydney’s eastern suburbs in her early 20’s. She then led an intrepid life in Asia and Europe, living in London, Sri Lanka - where she found Buddhism, and today is based in Mallorca, Spain. At 82, Judy is a sculptor and more recently an author, releasing her book, AGNES – A Childhood Betrayed and Reclaimed. Agnes’s story is in fact, Judy’s story.

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.

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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.

If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a book, this episode is a must-listen!

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WHO IS DEBBIE LEE?

With over 20 years in publishing, Debbie Lee has worked across trade sales, commissioning, and publishing management in the vocational, academic, and professional sectors. She has witnessed the industry’s monumental shifts driven by new technology and is passionate about the opportunities created by the ‘indie publishing revolution.’ In 2024, Debbie was entrusted with the legacy of Ginninderra Press, bequeathed to her by its founder and close friend, Stephen Matthews. Now at the helm of this boutique publishing house, she continues to champion independent voices and the evolving landscape of modern publishing.

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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-e-lee/

Website https://ginninderrapress.com.au/

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