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Secrets in the City with Dr Katherine

25 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratings

The Secrets in the City Podcast is where we turn our experiences into life-changing lessons. How it all started: During my talks and workshops I would invite people to write down a 'secret' or something they are ashamed about, but not include any details that would reveal who they are. The purpose was to allow the author a safe place to release the burden and to help them realise that they are not alone. And that's how the podcast was born.

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How to embrace life one day at a time: Cancer, Covid, Concerts and The Rolling Stones with John Zaccaria

July 06, 2023 00:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

This is by far the most captivating podcast episode I've ever recorded. I dive into an extraordinary conversation with John Zaccaria, a man who has overcome tremendous challenges and emerged with an inspiring perspective on life. Discover how his experiences with cancer and the Covid-19 pandemic transformed his outlook, teaching him the importance of living in the present moment and appreciating every day. Be prepared to be moved and motivated as John shares his personal stories, lessons lea...

How to Fall Back in Love with Yourself: Finding Inner Peace with Heidi Anderson

July 04, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 47 MB

Heidi Anderson and I go way back. I met her several years ago now and I can sincerely say, this woman exudes energy. But sometimes, what you see on the outside is the exact opposite of what's going on on the inside. In this episode Heidi shares a powerful personal story of self-discovery and finding inner peace. She reflects on a transformative moment in her life and how it changed her relationship with herself and her partner. Heidi's vulnerability and honesty shed light on the challenges ...

The Power of Mindset: How Changing Your Words Can Change Your Life

May 16, 2023 01:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

In this episode of Secrets in the City I interview the marvellous Michelle Maynard, a small business cheerleader, a 40 under 40 award winner, a partner in her accounting firm and just an overall amazing and highly intelligent woman (as you'll soon find out!) We discuss the importance of language in all aspects of our lives, from accounting and finance to self-care. Michelle also shares her experience with Imposter Syndrome,  feeling uneasy with the label "finance expert" because there wer...

Confidence tips on and off camera: how to accept the things we cannot change with Carmen Braidwood

April 14, 2023 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

When I first saw Carmen on stage, I thought to myself: “I'd like to be her when I grow up.”  Funny and self-depreciating, Carmen is a television and radio presenter with 20 years’ experience in commercial media – and a wicked stage presence.  Life, as it does, knocked her on her feet and following a health scare, she was forced to slow down, take a beat and rethink what she wanted.  She learned to accept the things she couldn’t change and practiced self-compassion – as you’ll hear in this...

Pursuing your purpose: Finding freedom and fulfilment, with Jennifer McMahon

March 28, 2023 08:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB

It’s funny when two women admire each other from a distance, thinking “wow”, she’s amazing. Next minute, they meet and tell each other “wow, I admire you” - and both of them say the same thing: “Me? Oh my goodness, why would you admire me? I admire YOU!” It’s like a stalemate, but … a loving one. As you’ll soon find out - Jennifer McMahon is the Co-Founder & Chief Purpose Officer of Modern People, and one hell of a woman to admire. From her early career start in retail, where she had a ...

Embracing Your Authentic Presence: Unlocking the Power of Personal Branding with Alba Gomez

March 19, 2023 23:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

Join me as I embark on an illuminating journey with Alba Gomez, a remarkable expert in personal branding and body language. In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the transformative impact of embracing our authentic selves and effectively communicating our unique identities to the world. Throughout our captivating conversation, Alba and I explore the interconnectedness of the mind and body, revealing how our physical presence and inner thoughts shape our external image. We uncover...

The juggling act of being a people pleaser and living your purpose: success strategies with Claire Seeber

February 22, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MB

Have you ever had an instant girl crush? Well Claire is that for me. We had our first 'date' about a month ago and we ended up speaking for hours. This woman is a wonder: bottomless wisdom and motivating as heck. But the thing that really lights my soul about Claire is: she's real. What you see is what you get. She struggles too, and doesn't hide it. In this episode you will hear her dive deep with a secret that affects so many of us: "I am a people pleaser who has many moments of feelin...

More than physical fitness: The job of a Formula 1 Performance Coach

February 15, 2023 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MB

TL/DR: Tune in to listen and learn from Formula one high performance coach, Michael Italiano. This episode is for you if you want to learn: A simply way to switch yourself into a ‘flow state’ A new view on the deeper meaning of motivation A reason why you can never meet your health goals I’d also encourage you to head to his website and do his FREE 2 minute quiz here: MICHAEL’S FREE 2 MINUTE QUIZ About Michael Italiano There is no other way to say it - my guest today is incredibly im...

How to make your brain stronger than your body: The story of a woman's survival.

February 07, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 53.3 MB

TW: please be aware that today’s episode includes stories of domestic abuse. I met Sheree Schonian about 3 years ago, right here in my office.  Considering what she had gone through, I found it incredible that her energy was exactly the opposite of what one could expect - positive, giggly and even a bit cheeky at times.  And that’s why I wanted to shine a light on her story. Yes, she is a domestic violence survivor, but that’s only part of it. It’s her mindset that is her true superpowe...

Sam Wood's Sensitive Ways: his story of fatherhood, grief and life in the spotlight.

January 11, 2023 12:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

If you’ve ever wondered what TV stars are like in real life, you’ll want to listen in to my next episode of the Secrets in the City podcast! My next guest is most often referred to as a former Bachelor, but after listening to this podcast, you’ll get to know someone who is first and foremost, a loving dad and husband. I first met Sam Wood back in around 2018, and I can still remember the energy he brought into the room. Towering high above me at 6 foot 2, his bright smile and huge hug mad...

Bouncing Back from Burnout and Beyond: Shandra Moran’s story as a recovered workaholic.

January 11, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MB

A story of how external validation and metaphorical permission slips created barriers to Shandra’s true success. Shandra, a recovering workaholic, shares how her marriage, health and social life were neglected in pursuit of an unfulfilling career.  Feelings of guilt, shame, and never being enough once crowded Shandra’s head. After a shock diagnosis, Shandra created space to reconnect with her passion and now lives beyond burnout. Through Shandra’s own business ‘The Transit Lounge’, she has ...

Speed Secrets: self-worth, sins and saying sorry.

January 11, 2023 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

Folks, I have been itching to share this episode with you.  If you're unfamiliar with the premise behind Secrets in the City, I ask my guests to pick an anonymous secret from my collection of thousands. As part of my work over the last decade, I have asked people to share a secret on a piece of paper as part of a mindset tool. These secrets are unidentifiable and serve as centrepieces to kick off a rapid deep dive into some life changing conversations. Normally, I ask my guest to then shar...

CEOs and Psychopaths: Amy Jacobson on Emotional Intelligence

January 11, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MB

Amy Jacobson is an Emotional Intelligence expert from Perth, Western Australia. Emotional Intelligence, put most simply, is helping people to have a healthier, more useful relationship with their emotions. Amy explains why  we should dedicate more time to understand our emotions, especially in the workplace. So, this episode is really about getting people to learn the foundations of humanity... To realise how to bring that humility into the workplace and what they do... But also how to ...

Scherri-Lee Biggs’ double life: how to cope when you lose your mojo.

January 11, 2023 11:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

You may have seen her on the TV recently - as a new addition to the Celebrity Apprentice Australia line-up, or perhaps you’ve seen her on Channel 9 as their weather presenter! From young model, to gaining international fame after winning Miss Universe Australia in 2011, Scherri-Lee Biggs has what seems to be the insta-perfect life. Today, on the Secrets in the City Podcast, this blonde bombshell joins me to unpack the highlights reel of social media and how things aren’t always what they s...

Anxious to Authentically Awesome: Mason Roberts shares how to embrace your alter ego.

January 11, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

My next podcast guest, Mason Roberts, is a Perth-based artist, a former international model for the likes of Dolce & Gabanna and Armani, and as you’ll soon find out, a constant source of radioactive energy and confidence. But like everyone I meet, there is always more than meets the eye. In this podcast, Mason opens up about being bullied as a child for being ‘different’, to living in constant fear of death, riddled with anxiety. We’ll talk about the pressures high achievers put on themsel...

Devil in the Dopamine: Lyndi Cohen shares how to prime your environment to live a more purposeful life.

January 11, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MB

This podcast is juicy, honest and full of inspirational tools on how to treat ourselves with kindness and care. So if you’re feeling burnout, low on energy and are treating your body like a garbage bin rather than a place of respect, you’re in the right place. In this episode, I interview a dear friend who was over from Sydney, Australia on holidays, and was ever-so kind enough to stop by my office to record this episode. Today you’ll be listening to the wise, the wonderful, the Nude Nutrit...

The Pain, Guilt and Trauma Beneath Perfection with Dr Clara Hurst.

January 11, 2023 11:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MB

As you hear today’s episode and inevitably search Dr Clara's Instagram, you will find out that she’s yet another guest that I’d describe as a walking paradox. To look at, Dr Clara Hurst is the perfect ‘it’ girl. She’s tall, blonde and beautiful. She’s European, has an accent to die for, legs to kill for, and a perfectly curated Instagram grid. All this and she’s got some seriously smart brains too. She founded one of Perth’s top aesthetic clinics, BLANC, where she is renowned for her signa...

A Journey from Burdened to Limitless

January 04, 2023 03:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

TW: Domestic violence, abuse Picture this: your life, and your children’s lives, are in danger. You only have 2 choices: stay and continue to live a life of fear, or escape, knowing that the risk of violence, if not worse, is probable, not just possible. Making matters worse, you need to make a decision within 30 seconds, because that’s the only window of time you have. What do you do? Listen to Dr Katherine interview Perth’s invisible hero Bronwyn Bate, CEO & Co-Founder of Mettle Inc,...

Can opposites attract? Unpacking unexpected love.

December 15, 2022 06:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

In my first ever episode of Secrets in the City, I talk with my life partner, Vlado Bosanac. I'm biased, but he is truly one of a kind. Very few people actually know the stories that make him who he is today, the kind of business man he is, but more importantly, the kind of father and partner he is, because of a quite complicated childhood. Tune in to hear us unpack our tale of unexpected love. Originally published Dec 24, 2020. Listen to this episode if you: - Are struggling to build ...

I can't seem to let go of my ex

December 15, 2022 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MB

In this podcast, my best friend Nadine and I unpack the anonymous secret: I can’t seem to let go of my ex. We reflect on how we’re shaped or influenced by our past relationships, and we ask pretty deep questions that lead us to unpack some bombshell raw truths. Nadine reveals her secret of being consumed by a past relationship to the point where her self-identity and values changed. I don’t know about you - but this is a topic that really hits home for me in so many ways. And not only how p...

Sick of icky sales? Julia Ewert “The Negotiator” teaches FBI negotiation skills so you can level up in business and life.

February 06, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MB

Sales and Negotiation. Two words that I don’t particularly love. But for my next podcast guest - they’re her jam. Julia Ewert is dubbed “The Negotiator” and she’s renowned for her ability to win business, without the ick-factor (aka that hard-sell sales pitch we all hate). Her system combines world best practices, including FBI negotiation tactics (fascinating, right?!) to ensure you have clients for life, at full margin. I know you’ll love her gutsy and confident approach to business.  Bu...

From Pirates to Passion: Duc Pham’s story of self-discovery, authentic networking and connecting with compassion.

January 03, 2022 00:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

Welcome back for another season of the Secrets in the City podcast! Duc Pham is both a business man and a humanitarian who is passionate about inspiring people to do more with their short time on earth. Duc shares his story of leaving war-torn Vietnam, which includes being captured by pirates, how he dug himself out of spiralling negativity and how introverts can feel more comfortable and confident while networking. More information and Duc's contact details are below: Duc Pham - Linke...

Bouncing Back from Burnout and Beyond: Shandra Moran’s story as a recovered workaholic.

November 01, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MB

A story of how external validation and metaphorical permission slips created barriers to Shandra’s true success. Shandra, a recovering workaholic, shares how her marriage, health and social life were neglected in pursuit of an unfulfilling career.  Feelings of guilt, shame, and never being enough once crowded Shandra’s head. After a shock diagnosis, Shandra created space to reconnect with her passion and now lives beyond burnout. Through Shandra’s own business ‘The Transit Lounge’, she has ...

Burdened to Limitless

March 01, 2021 02:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

TW: Domestic violence, abuse Picture this: your life, and your children’s lives, are in danger. You only have 2 choices: stay and continue to live a life of fear, or escape, knowing that the risk of violence, if not worse, is probable, not just possible. Making matters worse, you need to make a decision within 30 seconds, because that’s the only window of time you have. What do you do?  Listen to Dr Katherine interview Perth’s invisible hero Bronwyn Bate, CEO & Co-Founder of Mettle Inc,...

I can't seem to let go of my ex.

February 01, 2021 02:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB

In this podcast, Nadine and I unpack the anonymous secret: I can’t seem to let go of my ex. We reflect on how we’re shaped or influenced by our past relationships, and we ask pretty deep questions that lead us to unpack some bombshell raw truths. Nadine reveals her secret of being consumed by a past relationship to the point where her self-identity and values changed. I don’t know about you - but this is a topic that really hits home for me in so many ways. And not only how past romantic re...

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