Where did you think you'd be by now?

Married? Kids? Dream career? Financial freedom? Corporate success?

In this episode of Curious Conversations, we sit down with one of our closest friends, Hayley, a marketing and events powerhouse who has worked across the AFL, Olympics, Formula One and some of the world’s biggest sporting events to talk about careers, timelines, burnout, marriage, kids, happiness and the pressure to “have it all figured out.”

From chasing salary goals and corporate success, to choosing freelance life, experiences over titles, and questioning the timelines society tells women they should follow.

We chat:

– Career pivots, freelancing & burnout

– Success vs happiness

– The pressure around marriage & children

– Choosing a life that actually aligns with your values

– Society’s “tick box” timeline

– Changing your mind as you grow

– Why not everyone wants the same life

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[Watch the episode here] This week on the Curious Conversations Business Series, we sit down with Pana, the founder of Pana Chocolate, one of the world’s first vegan, raw, and gluten-free chocolate brands.

Before plant-based products became mainstream, Pana was already building a business that would go on to shape a new category in grocery stores.

In this episode, he shares how watching Chocolat inspired the idea, his drive to always work for himself, and what it really takes to build something from nothing.

A conversation about creativity, risk, and creating your own path.

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Curious Conversations is back… and this one goes a little off the rails.

What started as a casual girls’ night Curious Questions conversation cards quickly turned into conspiracy theories, rogue opinions, tin foil hat moments, and the kind of chats that should probably stay off the internet… but here we are.

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[Watch the episode here] This week on the Curious Conversations Business Series, we’re joined by the family behind one of Australia’s most established fashion brands, Motto.

For over 40 years, Motto has built a loyal following while navigating changing trends, economic challenges, and the evolving retail landscape.

Founder Faye Browne and her daughter Lauren join us to share the real story behind the brand, from building it from the ground up to transitioning into the next generation.

We explore what it takes to create a business that lasts, how to adapt through different economic climates, and the realities of working with family.

A conversation about resilience, legacy, and building something that stands the test of time.

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[Watch episode here] This week on Curious Conversations, Elisha is back on the couch and this time, we’re talking about our other baby…

Stitch Up Studios.

But honestly…

What is it? What do we actually do? And where are we at with it all?

In this episode, we break down the business behind the shows, what we’re building, the reality of running a media company, and where we see it going.

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[Watch the episode here] This week on Curious Conversations, we asked a simple question on the couch:

How do you actually build connection with people?

What followed was a real and surprisingly different set of answers.

We dive into what it takes to build genuine relationships, from vulnerability and authenticity to boundaries, time, and understanding your own personal values.

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@stitchup_studios

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[Watch on YouTube here] This week on Curious Conversations, we’re diving into the conversations people have behind closed doors, the ones where we don’t necessarily agree.

Should mums always be the ones organising catch-ups?

What matters more in relationships, physical intimacy or emotional intimacy?

And when it comes to friendships… should you take them back after they’ve hurt you?

It’s honest. It’s uncomfortable. It’s real.

We unpack expectations in motherhood, the pressure to maintain friendships, emotional vs physical connection in relationships, and the hard truth about forgiveness and second chances.

Because sometimes growth doesn’t come from agreement, it comes from debate.

Let us know in the comments:

• Do you expect mums to initiate catch-ups?
• Physical or emotional intimacy?
• Have you ever taken a friend back?

#CuriousConversations #WomenTalking #FemaleFriendships #MotherhoodDebate #EmotionalIntimacy #ModernRelationships #FriendshipBreakups #WomenInTheir30s #RealTalk #podcast #bestfriends 

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This week on Curious Conversations, we’re back with a real-life update.

It’s not the perkiest episode, but it is an honest one. We wanted to check in and share what’s actually been happening in our lives, no gloss, no pretending, just where we’re really at right now.

Sometimes life feels heavy, uncertain, or messy, and this is one of those hard conversations.

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[Watch episode here] This week on our Business Series, we sit down with Lisa Teh, a former tax lawyer turned successful entrepreneur, who shares her powerful journey of building businesses, navigating challenges, and redefining what success truly means.

From the realities of entrepreneurship to the rise of AI in marketing, Lisa dives deep into the lessons she’s learned as a female founder: resilience, decision-making, and the balancing act between business and personal life. She opens up about the illusion of success, the importance of community, and why failure should be embraced as a stepping stone to growth.

If you’re an aspiring founder or simply curious about the business journey, personal growth, and work-life balance, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice.

Key Takeaways from this episode:

• Success is subjective and often feels like an illusion
• The journey of entrepreneurship is filled with challenges & growth
• AI is transforming marketing, but human oversight is key
• Building a personal brand can amplify business success
• Failure = lessons, not setbacks
• Work-life balance takes conscious effort & boundaries
• Decision-making is vital for leadership resilience

•Surround yourself with supportive peers & community

You can find Lisa's new book, Get Real, here.

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