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DARE TO THRIVE

by Em Manuel

The podcast for people ready to create a life they love. The Dare to Thrive podcast is all about being bold enough to thrive. We dive deep into everything from self-development, lifestyle, wellness and so much more! From unfiltered conversations with guests who've navigated both the messy middle and the mountain top, actionable tools you can use to chase your dreams and building the confidence to step into your power and claim the life you are capable of, right through to the pep-talk you sometimes need to get off the sidelines and into your life. Join me fortnightly as we Dare to Thrive.

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Episodes

  1. Redefining Discipline: Building a Nourished Life with Olivia Judd-Smith

    This week I'm joined by Olivia Judd-Smith - a holistic nutritionist and women’s mentor who blends nourishment, strength training, and cycle awareness to help women feel lean, confident, and fully nourished in body and spirit. Together we dive into: Why hustle culture and diet culture disconnect…

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  2. Stress Hacks: From Basic to Bougie

    In this episode I’m sharing the real-life things I’ve changed to manage stress and nervous system dysregulation - from the super simple basics to the slightly bougie upgrades. We get into: The simple change I made to "to-do" lists to help with overwhelm, feeling like I failed and stress levels...

  3. “Girls Can't Do That”: Breaking Mental Barriers & Choosing Hard Things with Megan Hamill (@soulfullyginger)

    On today’s episode Em sits down with Megan Hamill aka @soulfullyginger to chat all things pushing comfort zones, building resilience and proving to yourself you can do hard things. In 2022, Megan taught herself to swim using YouTube and set out to complete a 70.3 Half Ironman. After that race, a...

  4. Shady's Back - Tell A Friend

    Guess who's back, back again? ;) This ep is a catch up, a candid chat about EVERYTHING that I've been thinking about since sharing my story on ig and it going bananas AND an overdue pep-talk from your bestie. Because seriously, fear of judgement? in the bin - and my friend, it is time to pick…

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  5. "Everybody Has a Day 1: Just Start"

    Turning 31 has me feeling way more relaxed than when I hit 30—no more freaking out, just embracing the process. In this episode, I’m catching you up on life, reflecting on the pressure we put on ourselves to have it all figured out, and diving into the truth that everybody starts somewhere. If...

  6. Wife. Widow. Mum. The Shark Attack That Changed Everything.

    Follow Katie on Instagram:@fromwifetowidowtomum In this deeply moving episode, Em sits down with Katie Thompson for an unfiltered conversation about love, loss, and resilience. Katie had just married the love of her life, Tim, and was pregnant with their first child when tragedy struck—Tim was...

  7. "I Collapsed 400m From The Finish Line: How Failure Fuelled My 2025 Goals"

    WE'RE BACK! In the first episode of season 2, Em dives into a personal experience that changed the way she approaches both running and life: collapsing 400 meters from the finish line of a race. While it felt like a setback, it became a powerful lesson in resilience, failure, and avoiding the...

  8. 19. A Candid Chat on Burnout and Overwhelm

    ⁠FREE GRATITUDE GUIDE & EMAIL CLUB⁠ In this episode Em chats all things burnout and overwhelm in a candid conversation about her own experience and how to see the warning signs that might indicate you're on the way there. Em highlights the need to tune in to your own alarm bells that might…

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  9. 18. Finding Clarity and Purpose with Human Design

    On this episode of the podcast Em sits down with Kirsten Morrison to chat all things Human Design! They cover everything from what human design is, how it can help you find clarity and purpose in life and how it can help create confidence in your unique talents and gifts. Kirsten also gives Em a...

  10. 17. "You Are Always Choosing Your Hard!"

    In this episode, Em discusses the mindset shift of choosing your hard and the importance of making intentional choices in life. She shares a powerful takeaway from a speaking event she attended and emphasizes the need to apply the same level of care and intention to the future as we do to the…

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  11. 16. How Always Wanting More is Stealing Your Joy (and What to Do About It)

    In this episode, Em explores how always wanting "more" and never being satisfied with where we are is stealing our joy. We dive into the importance of being present and soaking up every moment and how ambition and being content with where we are can work in tandem and are not mutually exclusive....

  12. 15. Rise & Thrive: 4 Steps To Mastering Your Morning Routine

    In this episode Em dives into all things morning routines and how she went from someone who struggled to implement daily practices to having a foundational morning approach that serves her. Em shares her top 4 actionable tips to creating a morning routine that helps you thrive and creates a...

  13. 14. Psst... Cheers to You!

    Celebrate good times! C'mon! In this high vibe episode, Em is talking all things celebrating your own milestones and achievements and soaking in that mountain top moment! She shares her personal journey and the emotional significance of reaching a recent personal milestone and how we much…

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  14. 13. Real, Raw, Relatable: Imposter Syndrome, Self-Care, and Building a Thriving Business with Nabula Brdar

    In this conversation, Em sits down with Nabula Brdar, founder of the Supermarket Swap app. They discuss Nabula's journey from working in magazines to becoming a mum and her journey in entrepreneur and creating the app. They also talk about the importance of being real and relatable on social…

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  15. 12. Want Happiness? It's Time To Lose The Checklist

    In this episode, Em discusses the universal struggle of feeling pulled into other people's expectations and the importance of defining success on your own terms and chasing your own definition of happiness. She emphasizes the need to measure yourself against your own checklist rather than…

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  16. 11. Crush Self Doubt: 3 Tips To Silence Your Inner Critic

    In this episode, Em discusses the common struggle of self-doubt and the inner critic. She emphasizes that self-doubt is a normal experience and not exclusive to any individual. Em explains that self-doubt is a learned behavior and gives listeners 3 tools they can implement today to take back...

  17. 10. 30 Biggest Life Lessons at 30

    In this episode, Em dives into her biggest lessons in her 30 years as a celebratory birthday edition episode - and throws a few of her own stories and reflections that bought her to these takeaways in for good measure! These lessons cover a wide range of topics, including the importance of asking...

  18. 9. Hey Big Dreamer: Your Guide To Consistency & Motivation While Chasing Down Your Goals

    In this episode, Em discusses strategies for staying consistent and motivated when pursuing goals and dreams. She emphasizes the importance of taking baby steps and focusing on one step at a time rather than getting overwhelmed by the big picture. Em also introduces an exercise that helps…

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  19. 8. Beyond The Clock: Letting Go Of Timelines and Reflections On Turning 30

    In this episode, Em discusses the pressure and anxiety that can arise when approaching milestones and cutoffs, particularly in relation to age. She also touches on how she's feeling approaching thirty and how anxiety and pressure can arise as we reach milestones and a new decade. Em explores the...

  20. 7. Challenge Accepted: Thriving Despite The Setbacks Life Throws You

    In this conversation, Em chats with her friend Bridget and gives you a fly on the wall look at a coffee style chat with all the depth you know and love. Em and Bridget discuss the importance of choosing challenges over goals and how challenges serve as opportunities for growth. They emphasize the...

  21. 6. 2024: New Year, Same Me (The Pep-Talk You Didn't Know You Needed)

    In this episode, Em reflects on the new year and encourages listeners to embrace their own unique experiences and feelings about entering 2024. Em talks through her own intentions for the new year and how she's approaching setting goals and intentions, along with her word for the year and her…

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  22. 5. DARING MINDS: The Bucket List That Changed Everything with Laura Carney - Part Two

    This episode is part two of Em's conversation with Laura Carney as they discuss her book 'My Father's List' and the journey of completing her late father's bucket list. In this second half of Em's chat with Laura, she reflects on the irony of the bucket list being both a result of her father's...

  23. 4. DARING MINDS: The Bucket List That Changed Everything with Laura Carney

    In this episode Em sits down with Laura Carney, as she shares her transformative journey of completing her late father's bucket list and the profound impact it had on her life. From the discovery of the list to overcoming personal challenges, Laura discusses the healing power of pushing one's...

  24. 3. Ditch Comparison This Holiday Season & 2023 Reflections

    In this episode, Em discusses the challenges and pressures that come with the holiday season, particularly the tendency to compare ourselves to others and the unrealistic expectations set by social media. Em emphasises the importance of embracing imperfections and finding joy in our own unique...

  25. 2. Beyond The Words: The Story I've Never Shared Before

    In this conversation, Em is interviewed by her friend Abbey Sanderson-Milera as she shares her journey and growth as a writer and content creator. She discusses her background, values, how she is perceived by others and the biggest challenges she’s faced. Em also talks about astrology, human...

  26. 1. Dare To Thrive: Are You Ready To Live Your Best Life?

    Welcome to the Dare to Thrive podcast! In this episode Em shares all things about the podcast launch, what you can expect and an unfiltered recap on the journey to get here. Em runs through all things Dare to Thrive, why she decided it was time to step into podcasting, and explains how Dare to...

  27. Dare To Thrive Trailer

    Welcome to the Dare to Thrive Podcast with Em Manuel. On this podcast, myself and my guests will cover everything from self-development, to unfiltered conversations, the messy middle we often navigate behind the scenes, to comfort zones, confidence and gratitude. This podcast is everything you…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The podcast for people ready to create a life they love. The Dare to Thrive podcast is all about being bold enough to thrive. We dive deep into everything from self-development, lifestyle, wellness and so much more! From unfiltered conversations with guests who've navigated both the messy middle and the mountain top, actionable tools you can use to chase your dreams and building the confidence to step into your power and claim the life you are capable of, right through to the pep-talk you sometimes need to get off the sidelines and into your life. Join me fortnightly as we Dare to Thrive.

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Em Manuel

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The podcast for people ready to create a life they love. The Dare to Thrive podcast is all about being bold enough to thrive. We dive deep into everything from self-development, lifestyle, wellness and so much more! From unfiltered conversations with guests who've navigated both the messy middle...

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DARE TO THRIVE is created and hosted by Em Manuel.
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