In this episode of In Her Era, we sit down with Jessica Tathem, founder of iced&shaken, a boutique digital agency built on the belief that good marketing isn’t about chasing trends it’s about knowing which ones to own.
Together we dive deep into what it really means to show up online authentically, find confidence in your voice, and build a community that truly cares. Jess shares her journey from corporate marketing to founding her own agency, her powerful story of vulnerability during her recovery journey, and how that experience shaped her approach to connection, creativity, and community online.
This conversation goes beyond content calendars and algorithms it’s about redefining what “success” looks like in the digital space and learning to post with purpose, not pressure. Whether you’re a business owner, creator, or everyday woman sharing your story, this episode will help you reconnect with your why and make social media feel good again.
What you will learn
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Monique's Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Jess's Instagram: @icedandshaken
We’re evolving the outdated “glow up” trend - because let’s be real, high-achieving women are past the matching sets and green juices era. Welcome to your Hot Girl CEO Era the upgraded, masters level glow up for the woman who wants to look good, feels phenomenal in her body, and is smashing GOALS left right and center.
We dive into the three core pillars of the Hot Girl CEO, that help you not just “look like you have it together”… but actually live it, embody it, and sustain it. It’s CEO Energy, but hotter
What you will learn:
"This isn’t a glow up, this is your Hot Girl CEO Era. It’s not something you do, it’s who you become.”
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Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
This is the gut health episode every woman needs to hear.
I’m joined by my own gut mentor, Dr. Brad Leech - PhD-qualified clinical nutritionist, researcher, and one of Australia’s leading experts in all things gut health.
If you’ve ever been confused by gut trends on TikTok or felt lost between “just take probiotics” and “do a parasite cleanse,” this episode will completely change the way you think about gut health.
We go deep into the myths, mistakes, and must-dos every high-performing woman needs to understand — from the truth about parasite cleanses and gluten, to how stress, joy, and nervous system health impact your digestion more than another supplement ever could.
Dr. Brad shares how he became one of Australia’s youngest herbalists, what led him to research leaky gut at a clinical level, and why “testing, not guessing” is the ultimate strategy for real gut healing.
This one is science-packed, trend-busting, and grounded in real, actionable strategy - exactly what the In Her Era girls deserve.
What you’ll learn:
“Find what brings you joy, and your gut health will thank you.”
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Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Instagram: @drbradleech
Dr Brad Leach Website: www.drbradleech.com
In this episode of In Her Era, I sit down with Nerida Bint, an emotional intelligence coach, speaker, and founder of one of Australia’s largest women-only fitness communities.
After years in the health and fitness world, Nerida shifted her focus inward, helping people heal emotional wounds, break limiting patterns, and step into aligned, authentic leadership. Through coaching, mentorship, and her signature “Emotional Home” method, she empowers others to reconnect to their truth and thrive in all areas of life.
We dive deep into what emotional intelligence really means, beyond the buzzword. Nerida shares how suppressed emotions like shame, guilt, and fear often drive the stories we live by, quietly shaping how we show up in business, relationships, and even the way we talk to ourselves.
What you will learn in this episode:
“The truth is always felt in your body. Be kinder to yourself — that’s where every transformation begins.”
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Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Instagram: @neridabint
Nerida Website: www.neridabint.com
In this episode, I sit down with Cara Williams, a highly esteemed and multi-award-winning Financial Adviser, recognised for her exceptional contributions to the profession since 2012. Her fresh approach to financial advice has established her as a trailblazer, breaking through traditional boundaries and redefining the landscape of modern advice.
We unpack why financial wellness isn’t just about building wealth it’s about building clarity, confidence, and control. Cara opens up about the most common money myths holding women back, how to create structure around your finances without overwhelm, and why avoiding your bank account might be costing you more than you think.
You’ll learn how to start your financial journey, the habits that actually build security, and how to have healthier money conversations with your partner. Plus, Cara shares one of her most powerful client stories that will change how you think about “being ready” to take control of your money.
What You’ll Learn:
Clarity builds confidence. Confidence builds control. And that’s where true financial freedom starts.
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Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Instagram: @thehazelway
https://www.thehazelway.com.au/
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In this episode, I’m diving into how to finish the year strong not by pushing harder, but by working smarter with your body and biology. We’re in quarter four, and if you’ve been feeling like you’re crawling to the finish line instead of sprinting toward it, this episode is for you.
You’re not lazy or unmotivated you’re just tapped out. So today, I’m unpacking the Quarter Four Lock-In my framework to help you protect your energy, get your focus back, and actually feel energized as you move toward the end of the year.
I’ll also share why motivation and discipline aren’t enough when your biology is working against you, and how you can reset your energy so you don’t have to wait until January to feel like yourself again. Plus, I’ll give you a sneak peek into my upcoming Fully Charged Masterclass, where we’ll go even deeper into rebuilding your biological battery so you can start the new year already in flow.
What you will learn in this episode:
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Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
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In this episode of In Her Era, I sit down with Asha Cooper social media strategist, psychology graduate, STEM educator, tech founder, model, and Miss Universe Australia top ten finalist. Asha is the definition of a woman rewriting the rules of what’s possible.
From growing up in rural Queensland to building a tech platform for creators and stepping confidently into spaces that weren’t designed with women like her in mind, Asha’s story is one of resilience, self-belief, and refusing to be put in a box.
We dive into what it really means to chase multiple passions, how she’s navigated imposter syndrome and setbacks, and why she believes confidence comes from embracing all of yourself — including the parts you once doubted.
This conversation is for every high-achieving woman who’s ever been told to “pick a lane,” struggled with self-belief, or wondered if it’s possible to build a bold, multifaceted life on your own terms.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
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Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Instagram: @ashacoooper
Social media loves to make success look black and white:
Either you’re the hustle queen grinding 24/7, burning out in the name of ambition…
Or you’re in your soft girl era = journaling, meditating, and waiting for vibes to deliver your dream life.
But if you’re anything like me (and my clients), you don’t want either extreme. You want the empire and the energy. The ambition and the nervous system regulation. You want it all — without sacrificing yourself in the process.
In this episode, I’m breaking down why hustle culture isn’t inherently toxic, why soft living alone isn’t enough for high achievers, and how the real magic happens when you integrate both. As a functional health practitioner, I also break down the biological reasons why living in extremes doesn’t serve you and the strategies you can use to regulate your nervous system while still chasing big goals.
You’ll walk away with seven practical tools to help you “soft girl while you hustle”:
This one’s for the women who want to build iconic lives without burning out - who crave the ambition of hustle and the grounding of soft living.
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Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Tired of attracting unavailable partners? Ever wondered how to communicate in an argument. Want to know the secrets behind a healthy relationship this conversation is for you.
In this episode of In Her Era, I sit down with relationship coach and founder of EmpowHer Coaching, Jamila Bonvegna, to unpack how self-worth, boundaries, and communication actually shape the love you attract - and keep.
This isn’t about “dating hacks” or playing games- it’s about rewiring how you see yourself so you can stop repeating the same cycles and finally create relationships that match the life you’re building.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Whether you’re single, dating, or navigating long-term love, this conversation will give you the clarity and confidence to stop settling and start building connections that actually feel like home.
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Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Instagram: @its.empoweredcoaching
Mentorship with Jamila: EmpowerHer Coaching
Wellness trends move fast,one minute it’s keto, the next it’s high-protein everything splashed across TikTok and supermarket shelves. In this episode, I break down the two biggest diet trends of 2025 and beyond, the high-protein craze and the soon-to-explode fiber movement.
I’ll share why these trends matter, what women actually need to thrive (not just survive), and how to avoid the common mistakes that turn healthy habits into extremes. From practical ways to get more protein at breakfast, to the four golden rules for boosting fiber without the bloat, this episode gives you the clarity to cut through the noise.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
This year isn’t about chasing fads, it’s about taking back control of your health. Because when women fuel their bodies right, they change how they show up in every area of life.
WANT THE CHEAT SHEET: Protein and Fibre Made SimpleMake sure to follow along:
Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
If slowing down makes you feel guilty, restless when you’re not producing, or like rest somehow makes you “less than”… his episode will feel like someone finally put words to what you’ve been carrying.
In this episode, I sat down with Chloe Cassidy, an accredited mental health social worker, psychotherapist for high achievers and founder of Mind Care Avenue. What started as a conversation turned into a mini therapy session (for me, and probably for so many of you listening too).
We unpack the emotional weight that high-achieving women hold behind the scenes, the perfectionism that shapes our identity, the unspoken grief we often avoid, and the constant pressure to always be “on.”
Chloe also opens up about her personal story of loss, what it taught her about slowing down, and how she's learning to soften. It’s raw, powerful, and a reminder that healing doesn’t happen by pushing through, it happens when we pause and feel.
We Cover:
Because here’s the truth: just because you can carry it all, doesn’t mean you have to.
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Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Instagram: @mindcare.avenue
Website: www.mindcareavenue.com
If you’ve ever wondered, *“Should I actually follow this trend?”…*this episode is your guide.
I’m breaking down the biggest wellness trends of 2025, the ones I love, the ones that give me the ick, and the ones that are straight-up wasting your time (and money).
We’re talking:
Because here’s the truth: your health is not a trend. It’s the foundation of everything you do - and it deserves more than whatever TikTok is pushing this week.
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Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Most women aren’t held back by lack of talent, experience, or opportunity. They’re held back by one thing: self-doubt.
And you feel it, don’t you?
That hesitation before hitting “post.” The second-guessing before speaking up. The fear of being seen as “too much,” or not enough.
In this episode of In Her Era, I sit down with peaker, confidence coach, and visibility mentor Nicole Joy about what it really takes to own your voice and get visible - in business, on stage, and in your everyday life.
This isn’t about being polished or perfect. It’s about showing up, imperfectly and powerfully.
We cover:
If you’ve been waiting to feel confident enough to finally show up, this episode will remind you: your voice matters… and it’s time to use it.
Make sure to follow along:
Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Instagram: @NicoleJoy.official
Website: www.nicolejoyofficial.com
The truth about endo isn’t just painful periods - it’s being gaslit, dismissed, and told “it’s normal” when your body is screaming otherwise.
In this raw, educational, and empowering episode, I’m joined by Jade Walker - qualified naturopath, educator, and founder of Endo Care Collective - to rewrite the narrative around endometriosis.
From her 17-year journey of chronic pain and medical gaslighting to becoming a twin mum through IVF, Jade brings real-life experience and science-backed strategy to help women feel seen, heard, and actually supported.
This episode goes far beyond the basics. It’s for anyone with endo, suspected endo, or those who’ve been told “your symptoms are normal” when deep down, they know they’re not.
We cover:
This episode is your permission slip to stop normalising pain and start asking better questions. For the ones quietly dealing with bloating, fatigue, painful sex, or fertility struggles and wondering if it’s “just them.”
If you’ve ever felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or unsure where to start… this one’s for you.
Make sure to follow along:
Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Check out Jade Walker:
Instagram: @jadewalkerhealth
Website: www.jadewalker.com.au
Endo Care Collective: https://jadewalker.com.au/endo-care-collective/
Hey Sister: https://heysister.com/
You’re eating clean, working out, taking the supplements, ticking all the wellness boxes, but you still feel off. Exhausted. Bloated. Flat.
And you're starting to wonder… what am I missing?
In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly why so many women feel this way, even when they’re “doing everything right.” Spoiler: it’s not because you’re lazy or doing it wrong. It’s because most of the advice out there wasn’t made for you.
From male-centric research to surface-level influencer tips, I’m calling out the myths and giving you real, research-backed insights that actually work for women’s bodies.
You’ll also hear 5 core strategies that can shift you from stuck to thriving, without adding more pressure or tasks to your already overloaded wellness routine.
We cover:
Ask yourself…What’s one thing I can change this week to climb the wellness ladder?
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Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Is “wellness” actually making us unwell?
You drink the matcha, take the magnesium, wear the matching set, hit reformer Pilates at 6am, track your sleep, post your smoothie bowl… and somehow, you still don’t feel good. If wellness is supposed to feel well, why are we so exhausted by it?
In this solo episode, I unpack what no one in the wellness space is really talking about:
The pressure of doing wellness “right” and how it might be making you feel worse.
I unpack:
Plus, I’ll share some tangible, realistic strategies I use with my 1:1 clients to help them ditch the overwhelm and actually start feeling well again from foundational habits to bite-sized micro actions that genuinely move the needle.
Whether you’re burnt out from trying to do it all, confused by conflicting advice, or simply ready to feel good in your body again—this episode is your permission slip to ditch the pressure and come back to you.
You don’t need a new to-do list. You don’t need to do what everyone else is doing.
You just need what works for you.
Make sure to follow along:
Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Lululemon Global Wellbeing Report: https://corporate.lululemon.com/~/media/Files/L/Lululemon/our-impact/lululemon-2024-global-wellbeing-report.pdf
In todays episode, I sat down with business mentor and feminine sales leader Riley May Dixon for a raw, deeply reflective, and no BS conversation about what really goes on behind the scenes of success.
From high-cash months in Bali to total burnout, Riley shares the internal breakdown that no one saw coming, and how it became the catalyst for her most authentic evolution yet.
In this episode, we cover:
This episode is a masterclass in balancing truth with power. Whether you're building a brand, healing through burnout, or redefining what success means for you, Riley's story will give you permission to drop the performance and show up as her, the real you.
"If you're in business to make a difference, not money, you'll do both."
Make sure to follow along:
Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Check out Riley May:
Instagram: @therileymay & @womenthatsell
Website: https://rileymaycoaching.au/about
If you're a high-achieving woman who’s done everything right — the career, the goals, the lifestyle - but still feels like something’s missing... welcome to In Her Era.
Hosted by Functional Health Practitioner Monique Took, In Her Era was born from her own health rock bottom - after being misdiagnosed, dismissed, and left to figure it all out alone. That experience ignited a mission: to create the space she wished existed for women navigating their wellness, identity, and how to step into the best version of themselves.
Each week, this podcast cuts through the noise. No trendy hacks. No male-centric health advice. Just real, honest conversations about what it actually takes to feel vibrant, whole, and powerful in your body - as a woman.
In this show we’ll cover:
This podcast is for the women who want more, more energy, more confidence, more alignment, more of you. You’re done settling for “fine.” You’re ready to feel like you again and I’m here to help you do just that.
New episodes drop every week on Wednesday.
Subscribe now, and share it with the women who are walking this path beside you.
It’s your time. Welcome to In Her Era.
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Instagram: @itsmoniquetook
Welcome to the first full episode of In Her Era…
In this powerful and personal episode, I open up about the health crisis that changed the entire trajectory of my life and my work.
At just 21, I hit complete rock bottom: cystic acne, rapid weight loss, relentless gut issues, and was told I might never have children. For the first time, I’m telling the full story, the one I’ve never fully shared until now…
In this episode we cover:
I want you to know this: you’re not broken, and you’re not alone…
My journey is proof that healing is possible, but it starts with asking why instead of just treating what.
This podcast isn’t just about my story. It’s about ours, the collective experience of women whose health, energy, and self-worth have been overlooked for far too long.
This is just the beginning. I’m so glad you’re here.