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Over the Back FenceRobyn Foyster - Editor of some or our fav magazines: the visionary powerhouse redefining media and techThis week Nicola and Di chat with the multi award-winning journalist and editor, Robyn Foyster. Robyn has had an extraordinary career in media for the past 38 years, including being the Publisher and Editor of Australia’s three biggest flagship magazines - The Australian Women’s Weekly, Woman’s Day and New Idea. In 2007, Robyn was voted Editor of the Year, and in 2015 she was voted as one of the 30 most powerful women in media at the B&T Women in Media Awards. She’s also worked as a TV producer on hugely popular shows in the UK, LA and Australi...2025-03-3057 min
Influencing InsiderInfluencing Insider with Robyn FoysterThe Carousel, Game Changers and Women Love Tech deliver the latest tech and lifestyle news, reviews and trending information for women. Leading these publications is editor, publisher and owner, Robyn Foyster.
She joins Influencing Insider next Thursday 3rd October at 1pm to discuss:
The Foyster Media group
The kinds of stories her audience responds to
The best way to pitch to Women Love Tech
About Robyn Foyster
Robyn is an Australian media trailblazer having been the only person to edit and publish The Australian Women’s Weekly, Woman’s Day and New Idea. She...2024-10-0329 min
Game ChangersVanessa E. Wyche - director of NASA's Johnson Space CenterVanessa E. Wyche is the director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center, managing over 11,000 employees and overseeing human spaceflight activities, including the Artemis missions to the Moon and Mars. She previously served as deputy director and held other key leadership positions at NASA. Wyche earned her B.S. and M.S. in Bioengineering from
Clemson University and is a passionate STEM advocate, serving on multiple advisory boards. She is also an elected member of the National Academy of Engineering.
2024-09-0314 min
Game ChangersNorthern Health - David Calvo CIOFrom programmer to an industry leader who is transforming the health sector.
David Calvo, CIO at Northern Health, is passionate about the cloud, security and big data.
Motivated by the knowledge his role can and does make a difference to people’s lives from the improvements he and his team make .
His big focus now is the digital transformation of the health service he works for.
2024-09-0309 min
Game ChangersAnthony Woodward - Logicalis Australia CEOAnthony Woodward was a computer geek at school who learned to code from reading magazines. Now, he’s the CEO of Logicalis Australia which is a global technology service provider delivering next-generation digital managed services through its 7000+ ‘Architects of Change’ around the world.
Speaking on series 17 of Game Changers, Anthony describes how sustainability, gender parity, diversity and inclusion are the values he not only lives by, but which drive him in business.
2024-09-0311 min
Game ChangersKarina Foley -Western Sydney University's IT LeaderFrom a trophy-winning musician in a big brass band to reshaping the future of tech in the education sector, Karina Foley has never feared the unconventional. And, as a leader of IT for Western Sydney University and an advocate for inclusivity, her journey is nothing short of inspiring. Here’s how this game changing mother of two, who started building home computers with her dad in kindergarten, has navigated a journey marked by milestones, medical challenges and a mission to make a difference to women in tech.2024-09-0310 min
Game ChangersDr Claire Craig - The Provost, The Queen's College, Oxford UniversityRobyn Foyster speaks exclusively to Dr Claire Craig, who is the first woman to be appointed as Provost of The Queen’s College, Oxford. She is also the co-author of the book “Storylistening”.2024-08-0709 min
Game ChangersKatherine Bennell-Pegg - Australia's First Female AstronautRobyn Foyster interviews Katherine Bennell-Pegg, the first qualified astronaut under the Australian flag, and also the first Australian female astronaut. She is also a Director of Space Technology with the Australian Space Agency. 2024-08-0526 min
Game ChangersTracey Spicer Interviews Lissy Abrahams About Helping Couples Have More Meaningful RelationshipsFrom empowering couples around the world, to transforming the corporate world, Lissy Abrahams‘ mission is to help people unravel the mysteries of their own mind so they can learn how to end internal suffering, and have more meaningful relationships. So, is she a Game Changer? Let’s find out.2024-04-1809 min
Game ChangersShirli Kirschner Speaks With Tracey Spicer About Her Revolutionary Workplace Reporting Tool, ElkerFrom witnessing unnecessary legal disputes to creating a digital suggestion box, Shirli Kirschner’s web-based tool proves that early intervention is key to finding solutions. Streamlining concerns, so organisations can respond quickly, and ensuring issues don’t end up as problems. Is she a game changer? Let’s find out.2024-04-1110 min
Game ChangersTracey Spicer Interviews Tando and Professor Margaret MatandaFrom empowering emerging companies to levelling the venture capital playing field, Tando and Margaret Matanda help founders build healthier ventures, and find the right funding. Their intelligent platform and proprietary venture health assessment tool brings a holistic and objective lens to allow funders to easily source, screen and scale diverse ventures. This dynamic mother-daughter duo is using technology to remove barriers to capital and drive equity in investment. So are they game changers? Let’s find out.2024-04-0410 min
Game ChangersGame Changers host Tracey Spicer Interviews Rebecca and Zachary Zeus from BizCubedFrom engineering solutions and data analysis to ensuring more sustainable and ethical global supply chains, this husband and wife powerhouse are teaming up their companies helping other businesses reassess how their information is used to become more competitive. They’re part of a community of Trust Architects, solving one of the most challenging global problems. So are they game changers? Let’s find out as Game Changers host Tracey Spicer Interviews Rebecca and Zachary Zeus from BizCubed.2024-03-2809 min
Game ChangersNick Downing, the General Manager of The Siam HotelRobyn Foyster talks to Nick Downing, the General Manager of The Siam Hotel.2023-10-1126 min
Leading YouThe Power of Self-Belief and Role Modelling the Way Forward for the Next Generation with Robyn FoysterIn an age where many industries remain heavily male-dominated, it’s vital for women to feel empowered as they strive to build success within their chosen field of work. Today I’m joined by Robyn Foyster, who dedicates her life to supporting the next generation of women to rise up in business and achieve the careers of their dreams. Robyn is an award-winning journalist, editor and media executive. She was a 2023 Champions of Change Finalist for Women Leading Tech and is the CEO of Foyster Media, a multi-platform media company. In today’s co...2023-06-1828 min
Game ChangersGame Changers interview with Roccoco Botanicals CEO Jacine GreenwoodRoccoco Botanicals is the fastest growing Australian beauty brand you’ve probably never heard of. With over $4.2million in revenue this year, this beauty business has doubled its turnover in the last two years, but with more than 80% of its customer base in the US it’s an Australian brand making big waves internationally, but little known in Australia.
Founded by Jacine Greenwood and headquartered in Queensland, Roccoco Botanicals is the result of Jacine’s 17-year commitment to studying beauty ingredients and products, in the hope of creating products that were highly-effective in treating common skin conditions - from...2023-06-0631 min
Game ChangersGame Changers interview with Urban Clean CEO Damien BoehmGame Changers host Gemma Acton interviews Damien Boehm, the founder and CEO of Urban Clean.
Damien launched his commercial cleaning company Urban Clean in 2008 with a mop, vacuum and a laser focus on income growth. Today, Urban Clean is Australia’s second biggest locally owned commercial cleaning brand operating in over 500 commercial spaces every day.
Urban Clean has 150 franchises and is expanding globally, first in New Zealand and later this year in the United States.
Damien is setting new benchmarks in business. He’s successfully pioneered a franchising mod...2023-06-0510 min
Game ChangersGame Changers interview with Darren StephensGame Changers interview with Darren Stephens2023-06-0209 min
Game ChangersGame Changers interview with Equifax’s Sarah Moorhouse And Bianca SaccaroFrom pioneering financial solutions to streamlining information management, Equifax's Sarah Moorhouse and Bianca Saccaro are transforming how our supersensitive employment income details are exchanged and verified, meaning Aussie’s can secure those big ticket life aims more quickly and safely. So are they game changers? Our Game Changers host Gemma Acton finds out.2023-05-3109 min
Game ChangersGame Changers interview with Karina StewartFounder of the award-winning Kamalaya Koh Samui, Karina Stewart is a renowned authority on holistic health and wellbeing. An acclaimed speaker, author and innovator, Karina has more than 40 years of experience in the study and practice of diverse Asian healing and spiritual traditions.
Named ‘Owner & Operator of the Year’ by American Spa in 2018 and ‘Spa Personality of the Year’ at the AsiaSpa Awards in 2009, Karina has received more than 35 industry awards on behalf of Kamalaya. Most recently Kamalaya was named ‘Worldwide Health & Wellness Destination of the Year’ at the World Spa & Wellness Awards 2022 in London.
As the creativ...2023-03-2950 min
Game ChangersGame Changers interview with Michael NettlefoldMichael Nettlefold is a leader in outdoor advertising, a man with advertising in his blood and a natural born salesman.
Michael Nettlefold has advertising in his blood. As an 18-year-old, Michael worked from the back of a company van, climbing ladders and slathering posters with splodges of paste to make sure his dad’s outdoor advertising sites across Melbourne were up to date and generating revenue for the family company.
His father, David, is regarded by many as Australian advertising royalty. “Dad’s been in the industry since he was very young as well,” says Michael...2023-02-1308 min
Game ChangersGame Changers interview with Tehani LegeayShe was on track towards a career as a dentist, but Tehani Legeay’s path took a vastly different course with her now helping Australians to protect against identity fraud.
Our Game Changers host Gemma Acton talks to Tehani, General Manager of Identity and Fraud at Equifax, about the technology tools which verify people are who they say they are and how her work takes her into financial counter-terrorism.2023-02-1308 min
Game ChangersGame Changers interview with Sulata BhattacharjeeFighting sophisticated cyber criminals and implementing gold standard cybersecurity practices, Head of Security Advisory & Risk at Equifax Sulata Bhattacharjee is a leading advocate for women in security.
Sulata is especially passionate about financial inclusion thanks to her origins from a small town in India.
She tells Game Changers host Gemma Acton how she could easily have been part of the unbanked population without access to credit, education and the opportunity to buy a property or travel.
From implementing world standard cyber security practises, to fighting increasingly sophisticated online criminals, Sulata Bhattacharjee’s team en...2023-02-1308 min
Game ChangersGame Changers Interview with Rhian AllenTV Presenter Natarsha Belling talks to The Healthy Mummy CEO Rhian Allen in the latest episode of Game Changers.
Ten years ago, Rhian Allen realised that mums were one of the most overlooked and forgotten people when it comes to health and wellbeing. So, Rhian started her own business to help mums find their healthy mojo and regain their body confidence.
Everyone knows that mums are busy looking after everyone in the family, from the kids to dad and even the family pet. But just who is looking after the mums? That’s a question th...2023-02-1306 min
Game ChangersGame Changers interview with Roni MillardRoni Millard is about helping Australians secure those memorable moments, like owning their first home or buying a car.
Our Game Changers host Gemma Acton talks to Roni, Chief Marketing Officer at Equifax ANZ, about how credit scores work, tips on how to improve your rating, and Equifax’s role in rebuilding trust in the construction industry.
Call it meaningful storytelling or marketing with purpose, Roni Millard’s message is helping everyday Aussie’s live their financial best. Plus, rebuilding trust in our construction industry. The result? A stronger and improved Australian economy. So, is she a...2023-02-1308 min
Game ChangersGame Changers interview with Melanie CochraneFighting against cyber-crime and identity theft while monitoring Australians’ credit, Melanie Cochrane has a vital role in our economy as Group Managing Director of Equifax (A/NZ).
Our Game Changers host Gemma Acton talks to Melanie about her career commitment to diversity and inclusion and her role in giving all Australians access to products that will secure their financial futures.
From leading a team, delivering unique insights and innovative solutions, to playing a pivotal role in our economy, Melanie Cochrane’s aim is to empower customers and consumers to make great decisions. And in an indu...2023-01-1008 min
Game ChangersGame Changers interview with Kari MastropasquaOur Game Changers host Gemma Acton talks to Kari, Executive General Manager for Data and Analytics at Equifax, about how she and her team are making credit scores more transparent and predictive, and why data analytics is anything but dry.
She once taught statistics at university, now Kari Mastropasqua is helping everyday Australians reach their financial goals. Our Game Changers host Gemma Acton talks to Kari, Executive General Manager for Data and Analytics at Equifax, about how she and her team are making credit scores more transparent.
Gemma Intro: From teaching statistics at university, to...2023-01-1008 min
Influencing InsiderTech PR with Women Love Tech’s Robyn FoysterThe latest tech news, reviews and trending information for women is delivered by Women Love Tech. At the helm is editor, publisher and owner Robyn Foyster.2022-04-1320 min
Influence Unlocked“I remember thinking resilient, that's what I'm going to be.” with Robyn FoysterRobyn Foyster’s lived a life that could be pulled from the big screen. She even admits it herself (“It [was] very English Patient actually!”) chatting with Influenced Unlocked host Samantha Dybac about her times traipsing through the desert, or gate-crashing in Hollywood in search of stories to tell. Because that’s what she is – a storyteller. Getting her start in the notorious journalism world of London’s Fleet Street, Robyn’s boldness and fearlessness are partly to credit for where she is today.
After working across the globe for a number of years, the call of home sounded a...2021-10-1437 min
DevReady PodcastHow Thought Leadership is Changing Content with Robyn Foyster - Episode 60On this episode of the DevReady Podcast, Andrew and Anthony sit down with former editor-in-chief and current content strategy entrepreneur Robyn Foyster to talk all things thought leadership.
Robyn is the founder of InProfile, a thought leadership agency that helps clients curate their online presence through a specialized content strategy.
In the current climate of personal brands and 24/7 news, we’re all thought leaders, no matter the size of our audience. Robyn believes having a strategy behind the content you put out into the world is key to attracting followers to your corner of the internet. Content has changed so mu...2021-06-3047 min
Open the Pod Bay DoorsOTPBD News Special - 19th April 2021Welcome to another edition of the OTPBD News Special, our fortnightly series analysing the news that matters for Australian and Kiwi startups.Meet this week's panel...Dean Dorrell, Partner at Carthona CapitalRobyn Foyster, Director of Foyster ConsultingGautam Mishra, Founder of InklTopics we discuss:Canva's massive valuation, Coinbase IPO and the future of media are all hot topics in the latest edition of the OTPBD News Special.Our panel discusses Canva's position as one of the fastest-growing private technology companies in history off of the heels of their latest round of funding and the impact of Coinbase's...2021-04-191h 03
Inspired for Impact5 Inspiring Women with Jules BrookeJules started hosting a show about female founders called She’s The Boss on Ticker TV back in late 2019.
On the back of that, Jules started a Facebook Group and also started running free weekly zoom lunches for female founders under the name ‘She’s The Boss’ and this was followed by a podcast series, She’s The Boss Chats, where Jules interviews female founders about their entrepreneurial journey.
After parting with Ticker TV, Jules started the She’s The Boss YouTube channel where she interviews amazing female founders from around the world.
Jules’s plan...2021-02-2324 min
Game ChangersGame Changers Interview with Natasha ChadwickNewDirection Care CEO Natasha Chadwick tells Natarsha Belling "In business, values matter not profit."
Creating a solid set of values is a good foundation for a better business and for better outcomes in the Australian Age Care sector, says NewDirection Care CEO and founder Natasha Chadwick.
There are always people ready to tell you what you can’t do when you start a new business, says Natasha Chadwick, a former Telstra Business Woman of the Year and the CEO and founder of NewDirection Care. But sometimes, Natasha says, the best advice comes from within.
“...2021-02-2108 min
Game ChangersGame Changers Interview with Cass SpiesCass Spies is the CEO and co-founder of Twisted Healthy Treats. Here, she talks to TV presenter Natarsha Belling about her successful frozen yogurt and ice-cream treats business.
Like many business owners across the country Cass Spies, founder of Australian frozen yoghurt company Twisted Healthy Treats, felt the sudden shock of the COVID-19 lockdown and pandemic when her business crashed to a complete stop overnight. But, in a remarkable turnaround, Cass’s planned expansion into overseas markets, turned 2020 from potential disaster to tangible delight.
Back in March when Australia felt the first pangs of the COVI...2021-02-2109 min
Game ChangersGame Changers Interview with Robyn FoysterIn our latest Game Changers episode, TV presenter Natarsha Belling talks to Robyn Foyster about launching her new thought leadership agency InProfile. Robyn talks about her career as an award-winning magazine editor, tech entrepreneur and the importance of thought leadership.2021-02-2104 min
The Females in Tech Show with Tamara JohannaBeing an Entrepreneur with Robyn Foyster - 035Robyn Foyster embodies what being an entrepreneur is all about. After starting out in journalism, she went on to found and run her own successful media company, Foyster Media. Robyn kicked off her career as a journalist in print media working abroad in countries like the UK and US. Later, she returned to Australia where she ran some of the country’s most successful magazines. Think the Australian’s Women’s Weekly, Cosmopolitan and Harper’s BAZAAR.However, her journey as an entrepreneur could only begin once she decided she was done running other people’s businesse...2020-11-1655 min
#Bestofboth podcast from The bOLD InternRobyn Foyster CEO & founder of AR Tech Platform, Sweep tells her story from GMTV to Women’s Weekly.Robyn has always been passionate about storytelling, something she learnt after illiciting Anzac stories from her grandad. The passion for the story evolved as her editorial journey grew. From GMTV to Today newspaper to Women’s Weekly as editor. Her grasp of amplification has helped her in the digital world. She doesn’t need to worry about bleeds & typesetting any more.2019-07-0639 min
Beyond IdeasBeyond Ideas Episode 11 Women in Leadership: Game Changers with Robyn FoysterFemale entrepreneurship continues to receive significant publicity: What does it take as a woman to leave a six figure salary and go out on your own before being a female entrepreneur was supported?This week we interview an incredible woman, who was a senior executive in the media industry for decades before she was faced with the realisation that the media industry was changing and she had the chance to move on to a new media platform.“I didn’t want to be a dinosaur in my own career, I wanted to move into the...2018-06-1800 min
Wealth Unplugged Podcast#19 Inside the Mind of a Multi Media MaverickHey guys! Welcome to this week’s episode of the Wealth Unplugged podcast!
Here are the key tips I took from interviewing the amazing Robyn Foyster, Founder of The Carousel, on Feminine Wealth TV this week.
Robyn has been a powerhouse in the magazine industry for many years. She started her career as a journalist before moving on to magazine editor and then publisher of 8 of Australia’s most well known women’s mags. At the height of her career she decided to throw it all in and take on the entire industry by launching her own next gen multi...2014-10-0613 min