HER STORY IN FOCUS - THE PODCAST

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Her Story in Focus is a podcast where women share the real, unfiltered truth behind their lives — the pivots, the courage, the growth, and the moments that changed everything. These are conversations about becoming — not just building.

Jun 4

With Denise Iordache: She realized she was succeeding at work — and disappearing from her own life

Her Story in Focus is a podcast where women share the real, unfiltered truth behind their lives — the pivots, the courage, and the moments that change everything.In this episode, I’m talking to Denise Iordache, a Personalised Sleep Therapy specialist for high performers, Accredited Hypno-CBT therapist (HDip CBH), and Senior Member of the ACCPH.We dive into a question so many ambitious people quietly live with: Why do we stay trapped in the productivity bubble — working harder and harder while barely enjoying our lives?Denise shares her own story of stress, overwork, and burnout, and the turning point that led her to leave that cycle behind and come to Crete. She explains what this slower, more intentional environment gave her — and why recovery is not just about taking time off, but about changing the habits and beliefs that keep us exhausted.We also talk about:the daily routines that quietly fuel chronic stress and burnoutwhy high achievers often ignore sleep until their body forces them to stopsimple, practical ways to interrupt autopilot behavior and create healthier habitsthe connection between sleep, nervous system regulation, anxiety, and recoverywhat it means to prioritize yourself without abandoning your goalsDenise offers accessible tools that anyone can start using immediately — no drastic life overhaul required. If you’ve been feeling constantly tired, wired-but-exhausted, anxious, or stuck in “go mode,” this episode will feel both validating and actionable.Sometimes the first step isn’t working harder. It’s learning how to rest, sleep, and live differently. LINKS to Denise: https://joyspacetherapy.com https://www.instagram.com/denise_joyspace_therapy/
May 27

With Myrina Andrack: Creating an Authentic Life Beyond Social Media Expectations

In this episode, I’m talking to Myrina Andrack, founder of Rodi Digital — a woman whose story beautifully shows how life sometimes unfolds in ways we never planned.What started as a temporary stay in Greece five years ago unexpectedly became a completely new life.Through love, loss, personal growth, and the courage to start over alone in a new country, Myrina slowly rebuilt herself from the inside out.Today, she lives deeply integrated in a traditional Greek village, where she combines creativity, authenticity, and meaningful marketing to support local businesses and people with heart-centered storytelling and digital presence.In this conversation, we speak openly about what it feels like to begin again as a woman far away from home — the loneliness, the uncertainty, but also the freedom and transformation that come with it.We also talk about the pressure of social media and the unrealistic expectations women constantly feel they have to live up to online — and why authenticity matters now more than ever.Myrina shares how she learned to trust her own path, embrace a slower and more intentional life, and create success in a way that actually feels aligned with who she is.This episode is honest, grounding, emotional, and deeply inspiring for anyone who has ever felt the desire to reinvent themselves and build a life on their own terms.Links to Myrina:Private Account: https://www.instagram.com/myrinandrck/Marketing Agency: https://www.instagram.com/rodi.digital/Website: https://thisisrodi.com/Olive Oil: https://www.instagram.com/papadakisfinest/
May 21

Claudia Wrobel: Sometimes the hardest chapters lead you to the life you were always meant to live.

Sometimes life forces you to start over — and that takes real courage. 🤍 In this episode of Her Story in Focus, Claudia shares her journey as a single mom moving to Crete, rebuilding her life from zero, and learning to trust her inner voice through every challenge life brought her. We talk about healing, reinvention, purpose, and how even our hardest experiences can become something meaningful for others. This conversation is emotional, honest, and truly worth listening to. 🎙️ Claudia's Book: https://amzn.eu/d/08BtDywU Website: https://www.akreba.de/
May 15

Marie Rebecca Yamaguchi: Why Women Keep Playing Small — And How to Finally Step Into Your Potential

In this episode, I’m talking to Marie Rebecca Yamaguchi — speaker, writer, mother, and Tapping Quantum Business Mentor — whose story is a powerful reminder that having the “perfect life” on the outside doesn’t always mean it feels aligned on the inside. Marie shares how she completely reinvented herself after realizing that the life she had built — the marriage, the family home in France, the picture-perfect stability — no longer felt true to who she was becoming. As a single mother starting over from zero, she had to rebuild not only her life, but also her identity. We talk deeply about intuition, trusting yourself even when life falls apart, and the inner work it takes to step into your true potential as a woman. Marie opens up about how she learned powerful techniques that helped her reconnect with herself, heal, and create a completely different life — and how she now helps other women do the same through her work. This conversation is about so much more than business.It’s about self-worth, feminine power, healing, motherhood, reinvention, and finally allowing yourself to take up space instead of constantly playing small. We also speak about why so many women underestimate themselves — and how success, freedom, and alignment are possible for all of us when we stop abandoning who we truly are. At the end of the episode, Marie shares a simple but powerful tapping exercise that you can easily integrate into your everyday life. This episode is deeply inspiring, grounding, and one that truly deserves to be heard — especially if you’re currently in a season of change, uncertainty, or rediscovering yourself.
May 6

Her Story in Focus with Ellis: She Had to Find a New Identity — After Losing Herself to Burnout

In this episode, I’m talking to Ellis — the voice behind Inner Language, and a woman whose story is a powerful reminder that success doesn’t always mean alignment.From building a highly successful Instagram presence while working full-time, to hitting a point where everything became too much — Ellis openly shares her experience with burnout and what it really felt like to lose herself in the process.We talk about the pressure to keep going, to perform, to function for others… and what happens when your body and mind simply say no.But this conversation is not just about burnout.It’s about rebuilding.About slowing down.About learning who you are when you stop living for expectations — and start listening to yourself again.Ellis shares how she’s now creating from a completely different place — more honest, more grounded, and more aligned with who she truly is.Through her own podcast Inner Language, she gives space to conversations around mental health, life struggles, and the journey back to yourself.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, disconnected, or like you’re living a life that doesn’t fully feel like yours — this episode will speak to you. Links to Ellis: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellisvsgreek/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0M0WhCk5ej3cTr41DgL5rR?si=1f31768106374c6dHer Story in Focus is a podcast where women share the real, unfiltered truth behind their lives — the pivots, the courage, and the moments that change everything.
Apr 30

With Lucia Makova: Finding Home Within — From a Busy Life to Living Your True Calling

In this episode, I’m talking to Lucia — a yoga teacher based in Chania, whose journey is all about coming back to yourself. We talk about what it feels like to hear the quiet call of a place that feels like home — and having the courage to follow it. Lucia shares how she moved away from a stressful life in Slovakia, and how a journey to India became a turning point that brought her closer to who she truly is. This conversation is about slowing down, reconnecting, and learning to listen — to your body, your intuition, and your inner voice. Through yoga, movement, and her work with women, Lucia now helps others reconnect with themselves — to feel more grounded, more present, and more at home within their own lives. If you’ve ever felt disconnected, overwhelmed, or like something is missing — this episode is a gentle reminder that the answers are already within you.
Apr 24

With Hairnomade.Mel: From Rock Bottom to Trusting Life Again — Building a Business & Following Your Own Path

In this episode, I’m talking to Melanie — the creative mind behind Hairnomade, a woman who proves that you don’t have to follow a “typical” path to create something meaningful. We talk about what it really looks like to build your own business coming from a traditional background — the highs, the doubts, and everything in between. But this conversation goes even deeper. Melanie opens up about moments where life didn’t go as planned — where things felt uncertain, heavy, and out of control… and how, in those exact moments, something unexpected started to unfold. We talk about trust — in life, in yourself, and in the idea that even at your lowest point, something new can begin. About choosing abundance over fear.About staying open when everything feels unclear.And about creating a life that feels free, creative, and truly your own. This episode is for anyone who feels stuck between what they’ve learned… and what they know is possible.
Apr 8

Helen Galerakis: She Started at 39 — Then Ran 840 Miles & Changed Her Life Forever

What if the life you’re meant to live only begins when you decide to start over? In this episode, I’m talking to Helen — whose journey is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to change everything. After 20 years in corporate finance, she started running at 39… without knowing that just a few years later, she would run 840 miles across Arizona and set a women’s world record. But this conversation goes far beyond achievement. We talk about what it really means to listen to yourself, to step away from a life that no longer feels aligned, and to create something new — rooted in freedom, nature, and purpose. From discovering a passion later in life to turning it into a business and building a completely different way of living — Helen’s story is honest, grounding, and deeply inspiring. If you’ve ever felt like you’re “too late” or stuck in a life that doesn’t feel right anymore — this episode is for you. LINKS TO HELEN: https://www.instagram.com/livehappyrunfree/https://www.instagram.com/cretanwild/https://cretanwild.gr/
Apr 2

Episode #1: Alexia Tsadiroglu - Starting Over as a Single Mom of Two | Courage, Business & Building a New Life in Crete

In this episode, I’m sitting down with Alexia — a mother of two, entrepreneur, and one of the most courageous women I’ve met. We talk about what it really means to walk away from a life that no longer feels aligned — even when it’s not easy, and especially when you have children depending on you. Alexia shares her journey of moving to a new country as a single mom, starting over from scratch, and finding the strength to not just rebuild — but to create something entirely new. From leaving a traditional career path, to building her own online business, and now creating a community activity center in Chania for children and families — her story is about courage, growth, and leading by example. This conversation goes far beyond business.It’s about identity, motherhood, resilience, and the quiet decision to choose a life that truly feels right. If you’ve ever felt stuck, unsure, or afraid to take the next step — this episode will remind you of what’s possible.

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Her Story in Focus is a podcast where women share the real, unfiltered truth behind their lives — the pivots, the courage, the growth, and the moments that changed everything. These are conversations about becoming — not just building.

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Vanessa Badura
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2026
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9
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Clean
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HER STORY IN FOCUS - THE PODCAST