Her Brave Story Podcast

Before you rush into new goals, resolutions, or another year of doing more, pause. In this special episode, Chrystal Dawn reflects on the year that was — honouring the courage it took to live it, the lessons it offered, and the women who shared their brave stories along the way. This is a guided space for reflection, gratitude, and honest acknowledgement of what went well, what didn’t, and what you’re ready to release. If you’re ready for a different kind of year  one led by intention, self-trust, and clarity  this episode invites you to slow down, reconnect with your vision, and begin from a grounded, empowered place. Your story matters, and how you start this year matters too.

In this episode of Her Brave Story, Chrystal Dawn speaks with voiceover artist, performer, and creator of Poppy Galactic, Tiffany Richmond, about creativity, courage, and coming back to the voice you once set aside. This is a conversation about using your voice before you feel ready — and what becomes possible when you stop ignoring the call. You don’t find your voice. You use it.

A powerful conversation about hope, courage, and living in alignment — through the story of meeting Dr. Jane Goodall. Expedition guide and marine scientist Bia Figueiredo shares how wild places, conscious choices, and small daily shifts can reconnect us with purpose and joy. A beautiful reminder that hope lives in all of us… and alignment is an unfolding journey. Hosted by Chrystal Dawn Jameson.

Instead of more pressure or more self-work, Chrystal Dawn opens Chapter Two with a fresh perspective on moving forward. She explores how choosing play — after a long season of doing it all — can open a new path forward. A gentle, brave invitation to reconnect with your spark and step into what’s next.

When life strips you back, what truly helps you rise again? In this walking reflection from the Crystal Castle botanical gardens, Chrystal Dawn takes you through the pathways and into the hard truths of starting over — and why brave women don’t rebuild alone. She leaves you with a question that might just change how you see your own journey.

What does it really mean to be magnetic? In this episode, leadership mentor and tantric embodiment teacher Madeleine Eliza reveals her transformation from “good girl” and corporate high-achiever to soul-led entrepreneur and a woman fully in her power. We explore how breaking the unspoken rules that keep women small can unlock your most magnetic self — and how reclaiming feminine leadership through embodiment, desire, and unapologetic boundaries can transform your life, love, and leadership.

What happens when one woman follows a calling — and builds a community that changes lives? Karen Gross is the founder of The Paddock Project, a small regenerative farm in the Northern Rivers of NSW. More than a farm, it's a place of purpose and connection for people living with disability — growing employment skills, belonging, and real impact from the ground up. In this episode, we explore creativity, courage, and the ripple effect of doing one brave thing.

What if the quiet knock you’ve been ignoring is actually your way home? After years in corporate recruitment, Nele followed a deeper call—one that led her to Circle work, global retreats, and building a nature-based leadership program at Snapchat. A powerful conversation on purpose, belonging, and soul-aligned transformation. A powerful conversation for anyone craving more connection, courage, and meaning.

What if your healing didn’t come through hustling—but through stillness? Dr. Alice Mackinnon shares how surfing, EFT, and self-trust helped her reclaim her joy and inner peace. A powerful reminder that slowing down isn’t giving up—it’s coming home to yourself. Includes a guided EFT practice and a heartfelt reading from Becoming a Stillness Ninja.

When life asks you to begin again, where do you find your strength? In this inspiring episode, Aboriginal artist Taminga Connell shares how she became unbreakable—reconnecting with Country, creativity, and self-worth. From overcoming hardship and the legacy of the Stolen Generation to having her artwork featured on helicopters, her story is one of healing, unity, and hope. If you’re craving courage or a fresh start—this one’s for you.

In this live episode, Chrystal Dawn reflects on the first 10 powerful stories shared on Her Brave Story Podcast—from surviving a shark attack to writing a book, building a business, navigating loss, and learning to begin again. Tune in for personal insights, favorite moments, and what these stories taught me about courage, creativity, and becoming.

What if facing death could teach us to live with more courage, connection, and meaning? Zenith Virago — Deathwalker, TEDx speaker, and founder of the Natural Death Care Centre shares profound lessons on death, grief, ceremony, love, and living with purpose. A conversation about endings — that’s really about living with purpose, freedom and joy.

When lifelong surfer Kaiulani Cole was attacked by a shark in her home waters of Maui, everything changed. In this powerful episode, she shares the raw story of survival — and what it taught her about intuition, healing, community, and saying yes to life. This isn’t just about a shark attack. It’s about the sacred work of coming home to yourself.

What if you’re not behind—but right on time? This is a real-time reflection for the woman who’s starting again. It’s tender, messy, and true—because sometimes your breakthrough begins in the middle. Recorded in my living room, with my son bouncing around beside me, it’s a gentle reminder: becoming doesn’t wait for perfect. Momentum begins right where you are—with one quiet choice to show up anyway.

Her son changed overnight—and no one believed her. What followed was years of misdiagnosis, medical gaslighting, and quiet resilience. Jennifer used her voice to hold her family together—and discovered that storytelling could heal. Now, as a storytelling strategist, she helps others reclaim their voice and rise. This is a journey from being made invisible to helping others be seen.

Alone with a newborn and a vintage caravan, Chrystal’s first Mother’s Day didn’t look anything like she imagined—but it became the start of something brave. This raw and reflective episode shares her real story of heartbreak, healing, and hope—plus gentle prompts to help you process your own journey, honor your mother (or yourself), and take your next brave step.

Katie Stephenson joins Chrystal Dawn on Her Brave Story Podcast to share the story behind Perfectly Imperfect—a picture book born from a poem, created alongside her children, and brought to life through self-publishing. This is a raw, heart-led conversation on motherhood, creativity, perfectionism, and taking brave, imperfect steps toward your dreams.

Chrystal Dawn kicks off Her Brave Story Podcast-LIVE with her high school bestie, Brittany Farmer. From tech chaos and 25-minute delays to belly laughs and breakdowns, they talk starting over, motherhood, healing, and what really happened on Temptation Island. It’s raw, real, and proof you don’t have to have it all together to begin.

She left a 25-year career to follow a deeper calling. In this inspiring episode, Vicki Schaefer shares how Little Wise One was born, how she learned to trust her inner voice, and what it takes to create a life of mindfulness, purpose, and heartfelt impact—from the inside out.

She said yes before she was ready—and it changed everything. In this inspiring conversation, Chrystal Dawn speaks with marine conservationist Bia Figueiredo, whose deep calling led her from Brazil to the icy waters of Antarctica and the heart of the Amazon. From a near-drowning to four years on Sea Shepherd, to collaborating with Dr. Jane Goodall, this is a story of courage, intuition, and answering the call—before you feel ready.

She left a harmful relationship. Found her voice. Fell in love again. Angie Richard shares how survival led to purpose—through motherhood, filmmaking, and telling brave stories. From producing Women and the Wind to working with the UN and launching Floating Stories Lab, she opens up about starting over, healing through creativity, and choosing a life aligned with nature.

Welcome to Her Brave Story Podcast, a space for conversations with women that ignite courage, heal and celebrate the brave in every woman! With your host Chrystal Dawn. We are just getting stated follow along as the journey unfolds!