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The Limitless Equation

by Chloe Hooper

Do you believe in yourself? Without the applause, without the title, without shame? For 80% of women, the answer is no—and it’s holding us back. Self-doubt is the invisible pandemic stopping us from chasing dreams, climbing the ladder, and avoiding burnout. The Limitless Equation is here to change that. This podcast uncovers the authentic leadership power of women running some of the most impressive businesses in Australia and gets them to share it with us. Each episode dives deep into the formula for breaking through our limits: Self-Leadership × Self-Care ÷ Superpowers = Self-Belief. Each episode is a masterclass from women doing the work, teaching us how to lead with intention, care for ourselves, and own what makes us extraordinary. Because when we learn together, we rise together. Ready to unlearn your limits in business? Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener

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Episodes

  1. Limitless Adventure: Leisa Bacon

    "I actually really like feeling uncomfortable." Leisa has never quite known what comfortable feels like. She lives in shades of uncomfortable, and she's built a life and a career around seeing how far she can push herself. Leisa is CMO at QUT, the university she studied at, after a decade as...

  2. Limitless Play: Kedda Ghazarian

    "I actually learnt that I'm more intimidating than I think I am." Kedda Ghazarian found that out from a friend, over a drink, completely by accident. It's the kind of gap between how we think we show up and how we're actually received that runs right through this conversation. Kedda is Head of...

  3. Limitless Internal Alignment: Suzana Ristevski

    "You have to choose your hard." That's Suzana Ristevski, and it sums up how she sees everything. Suzana is the Chief Marketing Officer for Google Australia and New Zealand. She's spent more than 30 years across NAB, GE, Optus, Medical Benefits Fund and 20th Century Fox, and she started out…

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  4. Limitless Possibilities: Fiona Johnston

    "You're a walking hype machine." That's what a friend told Fiona Johnston when she asked people what her superpower actually looked like from the outside. Turns out they were spot on. Fiona is General Manager of Shopper, Brand and Loyalty at Metcash Food, the team behind IGA's brand, loyalty and...

  5. Limitless Trust: Nikki Hills

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with entrepreneur, trust strategist and Upriva founder Nikki Hills for one of the most vulnerable and inspiring conversations ever shared on the podcast. Together they explore entrepreneurship, resilience, trust, intuition and the...

  6. Limitless Hustle: Kate Bailey

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Kate Bailey, a senior brand, digital and media leader, for an honest conversation about hustle, accountability and backing yourself. Kate shares the early career moment she admitted she didn't know what she was doing, the...

  7. Limitless Calm: Linda Na

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Linda Na, senior marketing leader and aviation executive, for a deeply honest conversation about leadership, vulnerability, resilience and trusting your intuition. Together they explore what it means to remain calm through...

  8. Limitless Intuition: Lara Thom

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Lara Thom to explore self-belief, leadership, founder thinking, and the courage it takes to back yourself. Fresh from stepping away after ten years helping build Guzman y Gomez into one of Australia's most successful brands,...

  9. Limitless Presence: Bel Harper

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Bel Harper to explore leadership, presence, and the power of staying true to yourself in challenging environments. With nearly three decades of experience in one of Australia's most competitive and traditionally male-dominated...

  10. Limitless Connection: Naysla Edwards

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Naysla Edwards to explore the power of human connection, and why it might be one of the most important superpowers we can develop. From moving across countries and building relationships without a shared language, to…

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  11. Limitless Energy: Laura Halbert

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Laura Halbert to explore the power of authenticity, energy, and what it really means to show up as yourself. From navigating high-level executive environments to unlearning perfectionism and finding the courage to speak up,...

  12. Limitless Vulnerability: Fleur Marks

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Fleur Marks, agency leader and author, to explore the power of vulnerability and why sharing your story might be the most impactful thing you can do. Fleur opens up about her journey across more than 20 years in the industry,...

  13. Limitless Collaboration: Sophie Madden

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Sophie Madden, CEO of the Media Federation of Australia, to explore the power of collaboration, and why it might be the most underrated superpower in leadership today. Sophie shares her perspective on leading through…

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  14. Limitless Passion: Jacquie Alley

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Jacquie Alley to explore the power of passion and the responsibility that comes with it. Jacquie shares how her deep emotional connection to the things she cares about has shaped her leadership, her relationships, and her…

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  15. Limitless Trust: Tracy Hall

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Tracy Hall to unpack one of the most confronting and powerful stories the podcast has featured. Tracy shares how she unknowingly entered a relationship with one of Australia’s most prolific con men - a man who fabricated his...

  16. Jodi Murray-Freedman

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Jodi Murray Freedman to explore the power of warmth, vulnerability, and learning to reconnect with yourself. Jodi opens up about the confidence knocks that shaped her career, including being made redundant while on maternity...

  17. Limitless with Chloe Hooper

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Janette Higginson from Index Exchange turns the microphone toward host Chloe Hooper, as she reflects on the personal journey that inspired the movement she’s building after her most recent event, "Self-Doubt: the Invisible Pandemic". Chloe opens up about...

  18. Jane Waterhouse

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Jane Waterhouse, managing director of Slingshot, to explore the power of Limitless Spirituality in leadership, life and personal growth. Jane opens up about how suffering led her to spirituality, why embracing both the dark…

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  19. Corrina Brazel

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Corrina Brazel to explore the power of Limitless Warmth in leadership, resilience, and life. Corrina shares how her lived experiences shaped her ability to see the bigger picture, why understanding others is essential to...

  20. Lizzie Young

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Lizzie Young to explore Limitless Empowerment in leadership, decision-making, and life. Lizzie shares how creating space for others drives stronger outcomes, why forward momentum matters more than perfect planning, and how...

  21. Ellie Angell

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Ellie Angell to explore what Limitless Authenticity really means. Ellie opens up about her transition later in life, navigating grief and joy at the same time, the power of empathy in allyship, and why forgiveness, especially…

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  22. Christine Fung

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper is joined by Christine Fung to explore what it really means to have Limitless Energy. From leadership transitions and gut-led decision making to surviving breast cancer and redefining what energy looks like in different seasons of life,...

  23. Nicole Bence

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Nicole Bence from Nova Entertainment to explore the power of ownership and why it’s one of the most transformative skills a woman can develop. Nicole opens up about surviving a life-altering car accident, reclaiming her story,...

  24. Brooke Aniseko

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Brooke Aniseko, Head of Digital and Data at Publicis Groupe, to explore the role of care, guilt, and self-leadership in modern motherhood and high-pressure careers. Brooke opens up about carrying the invisible emotional load,...

  25. Karen Halligan

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Karen Halligan, Chair of Unlimited and CEO of OzTAM, to explore purpose, perspective, and the power of giving back. Karen shares her deeply personal journey from fostering a child within her family to leading one of the...

  26. Gai Le Roy

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, to explore the power of critical thinking in leadership, in life, and in navigating the unexpected. Gai opens up about her evolution from quiet strategist to CEO, the personal challenges that...

  27. Melinda Petrunoff

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Melinda Petrunoff, Managing Director at Pinterest Australia & New Zealand, to explore integrity in leadership, decision-making and building a meaningful career. Melinda opens up about the lessons she learned from her...

  28. Marcelle Hoyek

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  29. Sarah Thom

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Sarah Thom, General Manager of Nunn Media, to explore how radical candor can transform leadership, relationships, and results. Sarah opens up about her journey from people-pleaser to truth-teller, learning that kindness and...

  30. Katie Finney

    Seven In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Katie Finney, National Television Sales Director at Seven West Media, to explore the power of vision in leadership, resilience, and self-belief.Katie opens up about being one of the few women in television leadership in...

  31. Adele Wieser

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Adele, Regional Lead at Index Exchange, to explore the role of understanding in leadership, communication and self-awareness.Adele opens up about the power of empathy, how curiosity drives her approach to business, and why...

  32. Samantha Randall

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Samantha Randall, Chief Financial Officer at Accenture Australia, to explore how adaptability shapes leadership, confidence, and personal growth.Samantha shares how staying curious, taking leaps of faith, and challenging her…

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  33. Kirsten Hasler

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Kirsten Hasler, Chief Marketing Officer at IKEA Australia, to explore how excellence is built not through perfection, but through self-awareness, collaboration, and courage. Kirsten shares how her leadership philosophy is...

  34. Louise Crompton

    In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Chloe Hooper sits down with Louise Crompton, Vice President of Marketing and Growth at Paramount, to explore the role of respect in leadership, culture and self growth. Louise shares how respect guides her approach to building high performing teams,...

  35. Kristy Rutherford

    In this episode of Limitless Equation, discover how to turn patience into a true leadership superpower. Kristy Rutherford, Marketing Director at Pernod Ricard, shares how patience fuels bold decision-making, transforms teams into high performers, and creates lasting impact. She opens up about...

  36. Tara McKenty

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  37. Tammy Medard

    Tammy Medard is one of the most powerful women in banking but her true strength goes far beyond the boardroom. In this episode, Tammy opens up about what limitless strength really means, why self-belief starts with asking “Why not me?”, and how authenticity became her greatest asset as a leader.…

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  38. Imogen Hewitt

    Chief Media Officer at Publicis Groupe ANZ, explores the tension at the heart of great leadership: high expectations delivered with humanity. We talk psychological safety, giving/receiving feedback, moving from doer to leader, and why self-awareness beats perfection. Imogen also shares the moment...

  39. Rose Herceg

    President Australia and New Zealand WPP, Rose Herceg, shares her superpower of always being unexpected and full of surprises. This episode is exactly that. She shares valuable insights into self awareness and how to use that to surprise and delight those around her. Hosted on Acast. See...

  40. Yasmin Sanders

    In this candid conversation, Yasmin Sanders, Vice President APAC of Samba TV Australia, reflects on the power of embracing fear, unlearning, and forging new paths. She shares why you don’t need all the answers, just the courage to ask better questions and keep growing. A deeply human episode on...

  41. Joanna Robinson

    In this episode Joanna Robinson, CMO The Iconic shares how to live with limitless courage. This episode will leave you feeling ready to take on any challenge you are facing in your life or career. She truely is a limitless woman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  42. Melissa Fein

    In this powerful episode, Melissa Fein unpacks what it really means to be an ambitious woman and why ambition should be celebrated, not silenced. From leading agencies to navigating personal heartbreak, she shares how ambition has guided her through reinvention, resilience, and radical…

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  43. Naomi Driver

    As General Manager of Marketing at Bupa, Naomi Driver has helped her team achieve an extraordinary nine consecutive quarters of market share growth, but it’s not just strategy and numbers that set her apart. Naomi’s real magic? Limitless influence. In this episode, we explore: ✅ What influence...

  44. Georgia Brammer

    When you think of fierce, successful leadership, you might picture polish and poise. But in this episode, Georgia Brammer reminds us that the most powerful leadership comes from something else entirely: authenticity. Georgia is the General Manager of Innovid APAC and the proud sponsor of The...

  45. Aimee Buchanan

    Aimee Buchanan leads with honesty. In this episode of The Limitless Equation, Aimee shares how honesty has been the key to her success. Receiving ruthless honest from the people around her and leading through radical candor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  46. Doni Davies

    Doni Davies reveals how to spot and seize opportunities that others overlook. Whether you’re navigating a career move, pitching a bold idea, or simply ready to think bigger, this session will help you reframe challenges as possibility. Doni shares practical tools and real-world insights to help…

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  47. Anathea Ruys

    What does it take to master the art of communication in a world where true connection feels harder than ever? In this episode of The Limitless Equation, we dive deep with Anathea, whose superpower is Limitless Communication. From her journey as an adopted child, to leading as a CEO with empathy…

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  48. Kate Moonen

    In this episode Kate Moonen, sits in the hot seat to uncover her superpower. We cover a wider rang of topics from eco-anxiety, knowing your values, finding your purpose and owning a career that matters to you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  49. Lucy Formosa Morgan

    Limitless Negotiations with Lucy Formosa Morgan, shares insights into how to be fierce negotiator and get what you want. Whether that be asking for a pay rise, getting a discount on a new purchase or tough business negotiation, this episode will arm you with the skills you need to have that...

  50. Janette Higginson

    In this episode, we give you a behind the scenes look at how we help our guests identify their superpower. For Janette Higginson, she is limitless when it comes to building trust. Janette shares what its like to be a women in tech paving the way for future generations. Hosted on Acast. See...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Do you believe in yourself? Without the applause, without the title, without shame? For 80% of women, the answer is no—and it’s holding us back. Self-doubt is the invisible pandemic stopping us from chasing dreams, climbing the ladder, and avoiding burnout.

The Limitless Equation is here to change that. This podcast uncovers the authentic leadership power of women running some of the most impressive businesses in Australia and gets them to share it with us. Each episode dives deep into the formula for breaking through our limits: Self-Leadership × Self-Care ÷ Superpowers = Self-Belief.

Each episode is a masterclass from women doing the work, teaching us how to lead with intention, care for ourselves, and own what makes us extraordinary. Because when we learn together, we rise together.

Ready to unlearn your limits in business?

Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener

HOSTED BY

Chloe Hooper

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Do you believe in yourself? Without the applause, without the title, without shame? For 80% of women, the answer is no—and it’s holding us back. Self-doubt is the invisible pandemic stopping us from chasing dreams, climbing the ladder, and avoiding burnout. The Limitless Equation is here to change...

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