Yay for season 3 … so after a slightly longer break than we anticipated we’re back for more chats, cups of tea and glasses of wine with some fantastic Her House guests. To kick things off we’re speaking this week with the wonderful Sally – who we spoke to way back last year in season one. 

Sally is multi-talented, with multiple successful careers having worked as a futures trader, teacher, sports marketer, personal trainer and a published author. This time around we get an update on the book she’s writing, her thoughts on tennis, the importance of having great girlfriends in your life … and what inspires her.

To get a copy of Sally’s book, Not Quite 30 Love, click here https://www.notquite30love.com/about-the-author

So settle back with your cup of tea, glass of wine … or listen when you’re out for your walk. Enjoy!

Judith and Kym are working on making Her House the best podcast for women, so please take the time to subscribe, leave a rating and / or let us know about a woman you know who has done something you think is pretty extraordinary.

We did it - we made it to the end of our second season and the end of 2021. We thought it only fitting to round out a big year with a final reflective chat about all the amazing Her House guests we’ve spoken to over the past few months and also to look ahead to 2022. Thanks for listening - and catch you in early 2022 for more great stories.

And of course if you know someone with a great story … drop us a line xx

Judith and Kym are working on making Her House the best podcast for women, so please take the time to subscribe, leave a rating and / or let us know about a woman you know who has done something you think is pretty extraordinary.

This week we speak to Judith who is a talented artist and storyteller living on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. We hear about how she became involved in painting and what inspired her to write her first book, Hot to Trot: Travels of an Aussie Babyboomer.

Judith shares details of her solo and small group travels to far flung places in China and Laos that are off the beaten track for most tourists. She talks about how her love of painting grew from a basic drawing course. Today she paints everyday and has been exhibiting her amazing pieces for the past 15 years.  From her story we learn about following your passions and doing things you love.

Judith and Kym are working on making Her House the best podcast for women, so please take the time to subscribe, leave a rating and / or let us know about a woman you know who has done something you think is pretty extraordinary.

You can check our Judith’s artwork at https://bluethumb.com.au/rostronjudith

This week we’re speaking to Anna – or Spanna to her friends - who is the owner / operator of two sheep studs where she works full-time with her husband. Living in a rural town 180km north of Melbourne, Anna is a keen cook and entertainer, and a few years ago started her own food blog called, the farmer and the cook.

Through Anna’s story we learn about struggle and heartache … and most of all resilience. Anna has a wonderful, heartwarming story which we’re sure you will enjoy listening to.

Judith and Kym are working on making Her House the best podcast for women, so please take the time to subscribe, leave a rating and / or let us know about a woman you know who has done something you think is pretty extraordinary.

You can check out Anna’s website here https://www.thefarmerandthecook.com.au

This week we speak to the clever and talented, Nerida, who caught our eye with her amazing paintings of Australian landscapes. Living on a macadamia farm outside Alstonville, northern NSW, with her husband and three young boys, Nerida’s work reflects her strong connection to the country.

While she has always been interested in art, the completion of a Tafe course marked a return to painting after a long - almost 30 year - hiatus. We talk to Nerida about her life in the country, her love of art and painting and how she gets lost for hours in her work. 

Judith and Kym are working on making Her House the best podcast for women, so please take the time to subscribe, leave a rating and / or let us know about a woman you know who has done something you think is pretty extraordinary.

This week we were delighted to speak with the inspirational Louanne who as a Salvation Army Minister has been providing a range of support services to her local community for more than 10 years.  Louanne is the  team leader at the Manly New Life Community Church on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. The centre is open five days a week, offering breakfast and lunch for those who would otherwise go without. They also provide emergency financial assistance and facilities for homeless people.

In our chat with Louanne we find out about how she became a minister, what a typical week looks like for her, and how she manages to unwind and relax at the end of a busy day of providing support to others.

Judith and Kym are working on making Her House the best podcast for women, so please take the time to subscribe, leave a rating and / or let us know about a woman you know who has done something you think is pretty extraordinary.

Did you know that lawn mowing can be cathartic? Well this week we chat to the dynamic Mel about flipping houses, the power of social media and the cathartic power of the push lawn mower. Having bought and sold 11 houses, Mel is currently settled at Belle Heath Estate and Gardens in the picturesque Hawkesbury district, just a 45- minute drive north-west of Sydney. Located on three acres, Belle Heath is the perfect weekend escape but also provides an amazing backdrop for photo and video shoots.

In our chat this week, Mel shares details about how she escaped from the corporate world and found joy in renovating houses and providing outstanding accommodation to guests. In 2020 she was the winner of most outstanding accommodation for a couples getaway. You can find Mel and Belle Heath on Instagram @mel_at_belle_heath                                                                 

Judith and Kym are working on making Her House the best podcast for women, so please take the time to subscribe, leave a rating and / or let us know about a woman you know who has done something you think is pretty extraordinary.

This week we chat to the clever and talented Morgaine, co-founder and co-CEO of The Vertical Collective. Morgaine and a girlfriend established this business about five years ago and have seen it grow by more than 8000% (yes that’s right 8000%) over the past three years. The Vertical Collective currently ranks number 35 on the 2021 Inc. Magazine 5000 list of America’s fastest growing private companies. An amazing achievement!

Morgaine shares details about her background in fashion and how she came to establish her thriving business. We also chat about her life in Hong Kong and what’s next for this amazing entrepreneur. Through Morgaine’s story we learn about how through hard work and determination you can achieve just about anything.

Judith and Kym are working on making Her House the best podcast for women, so please take the time to subscribe, leave a rating and / or let us know about a woman you know who has done something you think is pretty extraordinary.

Have you ever experienced a sliding door moment? Well this week we chat to the fabulous Stephanie Day whose sliding door moments led her to establishing a studio and gallery, called Paper Pear, which is located in Wagga Wagga in country NSW. Steph established this vibrant gallery more than 10 years ago as a place to create and teach art. Over the years it has evolved into a thriving, eclectic and thoughtfully curated gallery featuring the works of more than 40 Australian artists, while also showcasing a range of other beautiful things.

We have followed Steph on instagram for years and always been inspired by her amazing eye for beautiful art and her stories of country life. From Steph’s story we learn about being brave and authentic - and more importantly how you keep it ‘real’.

Judith and Kym are working on making Her House the best podcast for women, so please take the time to subscribe, leave a rating and / or let us know about a woman you know who has done something you think is pretty extraordinary.

This week we speak to three remarkable young women, Imogen, Jade and Bella, who are currently completing their final year of school and their NSW HSC (Higher School Certificate (HSC). 

We find out what it’s really like to study at home during the pandemic, how they cope with the ups and downs of online schooling, and we hear how family, friends and their teachers have helped them through this tricky time. 

From Imogen, Jade and Bella we learn about resilience, how to handle pressure and how to look forward to less challenging times. We wish them well on the next stage of their exciting journeys xx

Judith and Kym are working on making Her House the best podcast for women, so please take the time to subscribe, leave a rating and / or let us know about a woman you know who has done something you think is pretty extraordinary.