Rich Blak Women

In this very special season, hosted by Destiny Dewis, a proud Nywaigi and Manbarra woman from North Queensland and Boigu Island in the Torres Strait joins Larisha Jerome, a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman.     Larisha has an extensive background working in banking, health, coaching, and government (Indigenous Affairs) and not-for-profit sector, specialising in women’s health and women’s community legal services in the financial abuse prevention unit. Her dedication and passion for the work she does is driven by the inspiring girls and women she meets every day on their paths to creating financial prosperity for generations to come.     As the Manager, Women’s Economic Empowerment. Larisha aims to redress the economic injustice that Indigenous people face, decolonising western money concepts, Indigenous spiritual concepts of wealth and empowering people to achieve financial wellness and economic independence and self-determination. Her role has led to immense personal and professional growth, opening doors she only dreamt of as a child. Larisha is also a Self-Concept and Mindset Coach focusing on self-concept and mindset motivation.     In Episode 4 Larisha discusses the concept of the embodiment of Rich Blak Women, emphasising the importance of representation, empowerment, intersectionality, community impact, and cultural connectedness. Larisha highlights the significance of First Nations women achieving financial success and independence, challenging societal norms, and celebrating cultural identity. She also explores the importance of authenticity in upholding cultural obligations and navigating the finance sector. Larisha shares her personal experiences with maintaining a healthy work-life balance, embracing self-reflection, and saying yes to opportunities outside one's comfort zone. Additionally, she delves into the journey of self-worth, emphasising the power of daily affirmations and reclaiming personal empowerment. The episode underscores the holistic approach to financial well-being and personal development within the context of cultural identity and community impact.      Thank you so much for being part of the Rich Blak Women community and I hope you enjoy this episode, be sure to follow up on Instagram @richblakwomen to keep up to date with our other events, money affirmations, and our upcoming episodes.      Rich Blak Women is a podcast from a national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island women – rich in culture, value, and mindset.      Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies.      Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw      For more information on the Foundation’s Rich Blak Women Initiative, please visit Rich Blak Women | First Nations Foundation

In this very special season, hosted by Destiny Dewis, a proud Nywaigi and Manbarra woman from North Queensland and Boigu Island in the Torres Strait joins Larisha Jerome, a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman.     Larisha has an extensive background working in banking, health, coaching, and government (Indigenous Affairs) and not-for-profit sector, specialising in women’s health and women’s community legal services in the financial abuse prevention unit. Her dedication and passion for the work she does is driven by the inspiring girls and women she meets every day on their paths to creating financial prosperity for generations to come.     As the Manager, Women’s Economic Empowerment. Larisha aims to redress the economic injustice that Indigenous people face, decolonising western money concepts, Indigenous spiritual concepts of wealth and empowering people to achieve financial wellness and economic independence and self-determination. Her role has led to immense personal and professional growth, opening doors she only dreamt of as a child. Larisha is also a Self-Concept and Mindset Coach focusing on self-concept and mindset motivation.     Do you have any self-limiting beliefs when it comes to money? Join Larisha and Destiny on this week's episode, where they break down what financial wellness means and how to shift from a scarcity/lack mindset and start cultivating an abundance mindset.   This episode covers financial literacy, the power of affirmations, meditation and journaling in your everyday RICHual and setting realistic self-care goals that can motivate you on your journey.     Thank you so much for being part of the Rich Blak Women community and I hope you enjoy this episode, be sure to follow up on Instagram @richblakwomen to keep up to date with our other events, money affirmations, and our upcoming episodes.      Rich Blak Women is a podcast from a national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island women – rich in culture, value, and mindset.      Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies.      Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw      For more information on the Foundation’s Rich Blak Women Initiative, please visit Rich Blak Women | First Nations Foundation

In this very special season, hosted by Destiny Dewis, a proud Nywaigi and Manbarra woman from North Queensland and Boigu Island in the Torres Strait joins Larisha Jerome, a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman.     Larisha has an extensive background working in banking, health, coaching, and government (Indigenous Affairs) and not-for-profit sector, specialising in women’s health and women’s community legal services in the financial abuse prevention unit. Her dedication and passion for the work she does is driven by the inspiring girls and women she meets every day on their paths to creating financial prosperity for generations to come.     As the Manager, Women’s Economic Empowerment. Larisha aims to redress the economic injustice that Indigenous people face, decolonising western money concepts, Indigenous spiritual concepts of wealth and empowering people to achieve financial wellness and economic independence and self-determination. Her role has led to immense personal and professional growth, opening doors she only dreamt of as a child. Larisha is also a Self-Concept and Mindset Coach focusing on self-concept and mindset motivation.     In this episode, Larisha draws on her financial literacy expertise to highlight the holistic nature of financial wellness, blending mental, spiritual, and physical aspects. She shares her journey from materialism to eco-conscious living, emphasising values-based spending and Indigenous spirituality. Destiny echoes these insights, challenging societal notions of wealth and emphasising mental and emotional well-being.   Together, they explore the essence of "Rich Blak Women," empowering Indigenous women to reconnect with their cultural richness and fostering a mindset of true abundance. Discover how healing and self-awareness can lead to genuine prosperity and fulfillment.  Thank you so much for being part of the Rich Blak Women community and I hope you enjoy this episode, be sure to follow up on Instagram @richblakwomen to keep up to date with our other events, money affirmations, and our upcoming episodes.      Rich Blak Women is a podcast from a national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island women – rich in culture, value, and mindset.      Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies.      Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw      For more information on the Foundation’s Rich Blak Women Initiative, please visit Rich Blak Women | First Nations Foundation

In this very special season, hosted by Destiny Dewis, a proud Nywaigi and Manbarra woman from North Queensland and Boigu Island in the Torres Strait joins Larisha Jerome, a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman.   Larisha has an extensive background working in banking, health, coaching, and government (Indigenous Affairs) and not-for-profit sector, specialising in women’s health and women’s community legal services in the financial abuse prevention unit. Her dedication and passion for the work she does is driven by the inspiring girls and women she meets every day on their paths to creating financial prosperity for generations to come.   As the Manager, Women’s Economic Empowerment. Larisha aims to redress the economic injustice that Indigenous people face, decolonising western money concepts, Indigenous spiritual concepts of wealth and empowering people to achieve financial wellness and economic independence and self-determination. Her role has led to immense personal and professional growth, opening doors she only dreamt of as a child. Larisha is also a Self-Concept and Mindset Coach focusing on self-concept and mindset motivation.   In this inspiring episode, Larisha shares her experience of purchasing her first home at 21, her dedication to kinship care, and the vital importance of setting boundaries and protecting one’s energy. Through resilience and self-care, Larisha’s story is a beacon of hope and determination.     Thank you so much for being part of the Rich Blak Women community and I hope you enjoy this episode, be sure to follow up on Instagram ⁠@richblakwomen⁠ to keep up to date with our other events, money affirmations, and our upcoming episodes.   Rich Blak Women is a podcast from a national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island women – rich in culture, value, and mindset.   Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies.   Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit ⁠tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw ⁠   For more information on the Foundation’s Rich Blak Women Initiative, please visit ⁠Rich Blak Women | First Nations Foundation⁠

Celeste is a Birri Gubba Juru, South Sea Islander woman and the Manager of Community Programs & Engagement at Indigitek, a not-for-profit organisation that aims to increase the participation and success of First Nations people in the tech industry. Celeste has over ten years of experience engaging successfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and is passionate about digital inclusion and empowering young people to achieve their goals in technology and beyond. In this episode we yarn about blak women in STEM, taking up space, getting a trusted accountant, aligning your passion with purpose, and why practising financial self-care is so important. Thank you so much for being part of the Rich Blak Women community and I hope you enjoy this episode, be sure to follow us on Instagram @richblakwomen to keep up to date with our other events, money affirmations, and the launch of season three. Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset. Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies. The First Nations line-up of guests in the new season include Guyala Bayles (model, actor, activist), Gill Mailman (telecommunications leader), Senator Dorinda Cox (WA Greens), Marcella Ketchell (GBH Torres Strait Sea & Land Council), Shantelle Thompson OAM (Kiilalaana Foundation founder and Jiu Jitsu world champion), Shanell Dargan (boxer and singer), Donnell Wallam (Australian netballer), Celeste Carnegie, (Community Programs & Engagement at Indigitek), and Nornie Bero (Mabu Mabu restaurant owner). Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence. Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw For more information on the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness initiative, please visit firstnationsfoundation.org.au/indigenous-womens-financial-wellness

Emily is a Warnindhilyagwa woman originating from Groote Eylandt in the Gulf of Carpentaria, Northern Territory. She’s an AIR award-winning and ARIA-nominated artist, and seasoned performer having held the stage at major festivals and global events including Woodford Folk Festival, Bluesfest, TEDX Sydney, GARMA, Port Fairy Folk Festival, BIGSOUND and International Folk Alliance showcases, along with shows tours across Australia, Canada, the US, Orleans, Sweden, and France. In this beautifully calm episode, Emily yarns about her rituals and times of patience that keep her grounded while on tour, financial wellness as a way to feel safe and secure and held by community, investing in time and things that bring long term joy and create memories, and we really go deep on the essence of this podcast and what wealth and richness mean from her perspective. Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset. Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies. The First Nations line-up of guests in the new season include Guyala Bayles (model, actor, activist), Gill Mailman (telecommunications leader), Senator Dorinda Cox (WA Greens), Marcella Ketchell (GBH Torres Strait Sea & Land Council), Shantelle Thompson OAM (Kiilalaana Foundation founder and Jiu Jitsu world champion), Shanell Dargan (boxer and singer), Donnell Wallam (Australian netballer), Celeste Carnegie, (Community Programs & Engagement at Indigitek), and Nornie Bero (Mabu Mabu restaurant owner). Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence. Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw For more information on the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness initiative, please visit firstnationsfoundation.org.au/indigenous-womens-financial-wellness

Acclaimed chef Nornie Bero is from the Meriam People of Mer Island in the Torres Strait. She is the executive chef, CEO, and owner of Mabu Mabu catering and condiments – focused on introducing people to Indigenous dishes and ingredients, and delivering big on generosity and flavour.    Mabu Mabu's bar and kitchen, ‘Big Esso’ in Federation Square, Melbourne, champions Islander flavours and Australian native produce, and has seen Nornie featured on programs like MasterChef and Netflix’s Down to Earth with Zac Efron. Her mission is to bring Indigenous herbs, spices, and fresh produce to more professional kitchens and people’s everyday meals.   In this episode we yarn about growing up in the Torres Strait and integrating her culture into her professional life now, setting up for success from day one, Nornie’s business journey and money tips, staying grounded, and the Indigenous ingredients everyone needs in their kitchen.    Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset.   Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies.   The First Nations line-up of guests in the new season include Guyala Bayles (model, actor, activist), Gill Mailman (telecommunications leader), Senator Dorinda Cox (WA Greens), Marcella Ketchell (GBH Torres Strait Sea & Land Council), Shantelle Thompson OAM (Kiilalaana Foundation founder and Jiu Jitsu world champion), Shanell Dargan (boxer and singer), Donnell Wallam (Australian netballer), Celeste Carnegie, (Community Programs & Engagement at Indigitek), and Nornie Bero (Mabu Mabu restaurant owner).   Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence.   Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw   Be sure to follow us on Instagram @richblakwomen to keep up to date with our other events, money affirmations, and the launch of season three.

Shantelle Thompson is a Dream Weaver, Warrior Heart, and the Barkindji Warrior. Weaving together her lived, learned, and earned experiences to inspire and empower people to write their own story, she amplifies her impact through her powerful voice and channelled wisdom. A proud Barkindji and Ngiyampaa woman, she is a Mum to six, Jiu Jitsu athlete, author, storyteller, Indigipreneur, and Chief Empowerment and Visionary Officer of the Kiilalaana Foundation.  In this vulnerable and truly motivating episode, Shantelle yarns about aligning values with capacity, making business profitable and purposeful, building fortitude and overcoming lateral violence, and being blak enough for yourself. Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset. Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies.  The First Nations line-up of guests in the new season include Guyala Bayles (model, actor, activist), Gill Mailman (telecommunications leader), Senator Dorinda Cox (WA Greens), Marcella Ketchell (GBH Torres Strait Sea & Land Council), Shantelle Thompson OAM (Kiilalaana Foundation founder and Jiu Jitsu world champion), Shanell Dargan (boxer and singer), Donnell Wallam (Australian netballer), Celeste Carnegie, (Community Programs & Engagement at Indigitek), and Nornie Bero (Mabu Mabu restaurant owner). Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence. Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw For more information on the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness initiative, please visit firstnationsfoundation.org.au/indigenous-womens-financial-wellness

Marcella Ketchell is from the Kaanju clan in Cape York, with connections to Waanyi on her mother’s side, and the Wakaid tribe from Badu and Zagareb tribe from Mer on her father’s side. Her early years were spent growing up on Thursday Island, before moving to Cairns where she’s still based now. Marcella is passionate about supporting remote communities in Far North Queensland and has worked in government and non-government positions across health, employment and training; and government coordination. She’s now with the GBK Torres Strait Sea and Land Council in a community partnerships and development role. In this episode we yarn about the economic disadvantages people living in the Torres Strait Islands face, the importance of financial literacy and stability, credit file reports, building discipline around financial goals, and taking advantage of the opportunities our older generations were locked out of. Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset. Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies. The First Nations line-up of guests in the new season include Guyala Bayles (model, actor, activist), Gill Mailman (telecommunications leader), Senator Dorinda Cox (WA Greens), Marcella Ketchell (GBH Torres Strait Sea & Land Council), Shantelle Thompson OAM (Kiilalaana Foundation founder and Jiu Jitsu world champion), Shanell Dargan (boxer and singer), Donnell Wallam (Australian netballer), Celeste Carnegie, (Community Programs & Engagement at Indigitek), and Nornie Bero (Mabu Mabu restaurant owner). Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence. Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw For more information on the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness initiative, please visit firstnationsfoundation.org.au/indigenous-womens-financial-wellness

Dorinda Cox is a force-of-nature Yamatji-Noongar woman with a strong record of working for social justice. Along with being a Senator for the Greens in Western Australia, Dorinda is a mum to two daughters and a small business owner. She has over 20 years’ experience working in government and non-government sectors and has made significant contributions to policy and advocacy in the areas of domestic violence, child protection, and Aboriginal Justice.  In this really interesting episode, we yarn about asking questions and finding solutions, remaining authentic and grounded, being resourceful when you need to be, cultivating money skills in the next generation, and the importance of investing in women especially when it comes to economic participation. Dorinda also shares her top money tips and affirmations so make sure you listen until the end of the episode. Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset. Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies. The First Nations line-up of guests in the new season include Guyala Bayles (model, actor, activist), Gill Mailman (telecommunications leader), Senator Dorinda Cox (WA Greens), Marcella Ketchell (GBH Torres Strait Sea & Land Council), Shantelle Thompson OAM (Kiilalaana Foundation founder and Jiu Jitsu world champion), Shanell Dargan (boxer and singer), Donnell Wallam (Australian netballer), Celeste Carnegie, (Community Programs & Engagement at Indigitek), and Nornie Bero (Mabu Mabu restaurant owner). Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence. Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw For more information on the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness initiative, please visit firstnationsfoundation.org.au/indigenous-womens-financial-wellness

Gillian Mailman is a proud Bidjara woman from the Charleville region. She grew up in Mount Isa and has created a trailblazing career in telecommunications. She is Australia’s first Aboriginal woman to become a qualified electrician and has since established her own telecommunications business, Fibre Optics North Queensland. She is also the CEO of MJB Solutions – a majority owned and managed Indigenous company working in Australia, New Zealand, and Papua New Guinea. Gill is passionate about improving the lives of people through empowerment and economic development, and her innovative approach makes her the leading businesswoman she is today. In this episode, Gill talks about entering her wise woman era, putting in the work to set yourself up in the long term, the importance of having your own money and an exit plan, being your own best company, and the unique perspectives First Nations women can bring to the table. Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset. Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies. The First Nations line-up of guests in the new season include Guyala Bayles (model, actor, activist), Gill Mailman (telecommunications leader), Senator Dorinda Cox (WA Greens), Marcella Ketchell (GBH Torres Strait Sea & Land Council), Shantelle Thompson OAM (Kiilalaana Foundation founder and Jiu Jitsu world champion), Shanell Dargan (boxer and singer), Donnell Wallam (Australian netballer), Celeste Carnegie, (Community Programs & Engagement at Indigitek), and Nornie Bero (Mabu Mabu restaurant owner). Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence. Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw For more information on the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness initiative, please visit firstnationsfoundation.org.au/indigenous-womens-financial-wellness

Guyala Bayles is a 23-year-old Birri Gubba and Wonnarua model, actress, poet, activist, and now facilitator. Activism and storytelling have been a cornerstone of her family culture for generations, and she continues this legacy by powerfully expressing herself through spoken word and using her public platform to shed light on issues affecting First Nations people. As a passionate mixed-medium artist, Guyala speaks her truth and inspires others to do the same. She’s been the face of some of Australia’s most well-known brands and is proud to advocate for First Nation’s representation. In this high-energy, magnetic episode, we yarn about breaking into the industry and protecting yourself from harmful energies, how she learnt to budget, breaking down limiting beliefs, manifesting and tapping into abundance, and embodying creation in all its forms. Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset. Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies. The First Nations line-up of guests in the new season include Guyala Bayles (model, actor, activist), Gill Mailman (telecommunications leader), Senator Dorinda Cox (WA Greens), Marcella Ketchell (GBH Torres Strait Sea & Land Council), Shantelle Thompson OAM (Kiilalaana Foundation founder and Jiu Jitsu world champion), Shanell Dargan (boxer and singer), Donnell Wallam (Australian netballer), Celeste Carnegie, (Community Programs & Engagement at Indigitek), and Nornie Bero (Mabu Mabu restaurant owner). Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence. Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw For more information on the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness initiative, please visit firstnationsfoundation.org.au/indigenous-womens-financial-wellness

Dixie Crawford is an inspiring Barkindji woman and entrepreneur with many talents who has worked in the public sector and gone on to launch numerous businesses including Ngyana – a specialised consultancy that works to create change in the way we listen and learn from First Nations people. She is committed to embedding cultural and community purpose in leadership and social policy. In this episode we talk about taking up space, overcoming self-limiting beliefs, leading to inspire the next generation, and she gives a deadly masterclass on the things blak women need to know before starting a business. Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset. Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies. The First Nations line-up of guests include Leah Bennett (Board Director at First Nations Foundation and Financial Crime Manager), Mikaela French (Native Title solicitor), Dorothy Smith (Palm Island Women’s Healing Centre coordinator), Allira Davis (Uluru Youth Manager), Tanya Denning-Orman (Director of Indigenous Content, SBS & NITV), Allira Potter (intuitive healer and author), and Dixie Crawford (Managing Director, Nganya). Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence. Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw For more information on the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness initiative, please visit firstnationsfoundation.org.au/indigenous-womens-financial-wellness

Allira is a proud Yorta Yorta woman and renowned wellness practitioner that is fully immersed in her culture. She’s built a strong platform advocating for cultural diversity, body positivity, and mental wellbeing – and works to debunk mainstream wellness narratives to ensure diverse representation and decolonisation in her industry and beyond. She’s also just released her first book about life, loss, spirituality and women’s intuition. In this motivating episode we talk about affirming and asking for your worth, having strong money boundaries, coming back from rock bottom and why it’s important to have open and honest money conversations with friends. Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset. Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies. The First Nations line-up of guests include Leah Bennett (Board Director at First Nations Foundation and Financial Crime Manager), Mikaela French (Native Title solicitor), Dorothy Smith (Palm Island Women’s Healing Centre coordinator), Allira Davis (Uluru Youth Manager), Tanya Denning-Orman (Director of Indigenous Content, SBS & NITV), Allira Potter (intuitive healer and author), and Dixie Crawford (Managing Director, Nganya). Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence. Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw For more information on the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness initiative, please visit firstnationsfoundation.org.au/indigenous-womens-financial-wellness

Tanya is a proud Birri and Guugu Yimidhirr woman from Central and North Queensland and heads up NITV as SBS’s first Director of Indigenous Content. She plays an instrumental role in the development and delivery of First Nations storytelling across the SBS network and has more than 20 years’ experience working in media. She also holds a number of industry Board positions including Media Diversity Australia, First Nations Media Australia, and the World Indigenous Television Broadcast Network. In this in-depth episode we cover the changing nature of First Nations representation, the importance of NITV, storytelling and money stories, empowerment and prioritising your financial self-care. Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset. Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies. The First Nations line-up of guests include Leah Bennett (Board Director at First Nations Foundation and Financial Crime Manager), Mikaela French (Native Title solicitor), Dorothy Smith (Palm Island Women’s Healing Centre coordinator), Allira Davis (Uluru Youth Manager), Tanya Denning-Orman (Director of Indigenous Content, SBS & NITV), Allira Potter (intuitive healer and author), and Dixie Crawford (Managing Director, Nganya). Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence. Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw For more information on the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness initiative, please visit firstnationsfoundation.org.au/indigenous-womens-financial-wellness

Allira is a proud Cobble Cobble woman from the Barungum and Birrigubba Nations and a South Sea Islander with ties to Ambae and Tanna islands. She’s the Co-Chair and Youth Manager for the Uluru Youth dialogues – leading and managing young First Nations mob to educate Australia on the Uluru Statement from the Heart. In this emotional episode we talk about Allira’s work on the Uluru Statement from the Heart, the power of youth and people’s movements, resilience and achieving financial freedom. Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset. Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies. The First Nations line-up of guests include Leah Bennett (Board Director at First Nations Foundation and Financial Crime Manager), Mikaela French (Native Title solicitor), Dorothy Smith (Palm Island Women’s Healing Centre coordinator), Allira Davis (Uluru Youth Manager), Tanya Denning-Orman (Director of Indigenous Content, SBS & NITV), Allira Potter (intuitive healer and author), and Dixie Crawford (Managing Director, Nganya). Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence. Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw For more information on the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness initiative, please visit firstnationsfoundation.org.au/indigenous-womens-financial-wellness

Dorothy is a proud Birri Gubba, Bindal, Bwgcolman and Murray Island woman who is currently the Coordinator of the Women’s Healing Service on Palm Island. She is a member of the Townsville University Hospital Indigenous Advisory Council; a founding member and Vice Chair of the First Nations Reference Group for Qld Police Service; and has worked with Queensland Health and Child Safety and the Queensland Police Service. In this episode we talk about women’s incarceration and healing, passing down financial literacy and education, asking for support, and moving towards intergenerational change. Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset. Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies. The First Nations line-up of guests include Leah Bennett (Board Director at First Nations Foundation and Financial Crime Manager), Mikaela French (Native Title solicitor), Dorothy Smith (Palm Island Women’s Healing Centre coordinator), Allira Davis (Uluru Youth Manager), Tanya Denning-Orman (Director of Indigenous Content, SBS & NITV), Allira Potter (intuitive healer and author), and Dixie Crawford (Managing Director, Nganya). Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence. Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw For more information on the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness initiative, please visit firstnationsfoundation.org.au/indigenous-womens-financial-wellness

Mikaela is a proud Torres Strait Islander from Mabuiag Island with family connections to the Wagadagem and Ngaragi Tribes. She’s a solicitor with Native Title expertise and is involved in ensuring native title and cultural heritage obligations are complied with in commercial contexts. She’s also involved in Cultural Heritage Management Plans, Indigenous Land Use Agreements, and participates in the Australian Indigenous Education Mentoring Program. In this episode Mikaela talks about her work, the importance of having a strong network around you, financial literacy in a Native Title context and the changes she’d like to see for First Nations women in law. Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset. Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies. The First Nations line-up of guests include Leah Bennett (Board Director at First Nations Foundation and Financial Crime Manager), Mikaela French (Native Title solicitor), Dorothy Smith (Palm Island Women’s Healing Centre coordinator), Allira Davis (Uluru Youth Manager), Tanya Denning-Orman (Director of Indigenous Content, SBS & NITV), Allira Potter (intuitive healer and author), and Dixie Crawford (Managing Director, Nganya). Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence. Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw For more information on the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness initiative, please visit firstnationsfoundation.org.au/indigenous-womens-financial-wellness

Leah is a proud Wiradjuri woman currently on Dharawal country. She has more than ten years of experience working within the financial services industry, specialising in financial crime and superannuation. She sits on the board for two not-for-profit organisations, including our own First Nations Foundation. In this really insightful episode, we talk about taking accountability for your own financial wellbeing, the loneliness of being Indigenous in the corporate world, saying yes in your career, and protecting yourself from financial crime. Rich Blak Women is a podcast from national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation, following stories of culture, strength, challenge, and resilience from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women – rich in culture, value, and mindset. Conversations aim to deepen awareness about the unique economic inequities’ First Nations women face, investigate success and connection to culture, empower financial wellbeing through shared experiences and learnings, and build community and allies. The First Nations line-up of guests include Leah Bennett (Board Director at First Nations Foundation and Financial Crime Manager), Mikaela French (Native Title solicitor), Dorothy Smith (Palm Island Women’s Healing Centre coordinator), Allira Davis (Uluru Youth Manager), Tanya Denning-Orman (Director of Indigenous Content, SBS & NITV), Allira Potter (intuitive healer and author), and Dixie Crawford (Managing Director, Nganya). Host, Larisha Jerome, is a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka & Wulli Wulli woman who grew up on Darug Country in Western Sydney and has an extensive background in banking, women’s health, government, and community services. She leads the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness work addressing the economic injustice First Nations people face and empowering women to achieve full financial wellness and independence. Rich Blak Women will be available on most podcast platforms and can be streamed from First Nations Foundation directly. For more information, please visit tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw For more information on the Foundation’s Women’s Financial Wellness initiative, please visit firstnationsfoundation.org.au/indigenous-womens-financial-wellness