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It Takes A Village

It Takes A Village

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It Takes a Village: Unfiltered conversations with working parents in Australia's media and marketing industries. Hosts Lauren Thornborough & Lou Wilson, alongside industry guests, explore every facet of the parenting journey, from navigating newborn fog to teenage curveballs, single parenting, and all the realities in between. This warm, human "people podcast" isn't just about babies or burnout; it's about ambition, identity, and connection.

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  • Ep 8: "Go Easy On Yourself" - Bel Harper on the Realities of Parenting Teenagers, Industry Change, and Finding Your Village.
    Apr 21 2026

    Join Lou, Lauren, and Bel Harper, Chief Product and Marketing Officer at oOh!media, as she shares her journey to influential leadership. Bel opens up about how motherhood became a pivotal moment, shaping her career path and leadership philosophy. She discusses breaking norms with part-time work and the evolution of flexibility in media, often navigating this while her pilot partner is away. Bel emphasizes the importance of empathy, advocating for support systems, and her personal mantra: "go easy on yourself." Discover her insights on creating a workplace where parents thrive and balancing career ambition with family life.

    The Village

    It Takes A Village is hosted by Lauren Thornborough and Lou Wilson

    Senior Producer Tina Matolov

    Audio Editor and Sound Design Thom Lion

    Recorded at the Mamamia studios

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    32 min
  • Ep 7: The Pat Crowley Way: Trust, Vulnerability, and the Unstoppable Power of Family.
    Apr 14 2026

    Join Lou, Lauren and Pat Crowley (General Manager, Marketing, Paid and Owned Media, CBA) as he shares his raw and inspiring story. With over 30 years in media and advertising, Pat opens up about his journey into fatherhood, admitting that he had to learn to be a father, having lacked a male role to guide him. He discusses the profound impact of family trauma, the challenges of raising resilient kids, and why he chose to put family first. Pat reveals the vital lessons learned from loss, the power of a strong support network and his unique philosophy on leading with authenticity and vulnerability in both his career and his cherished family life.

    The Village

    It Takes A Village is hosted by Lauren Thornborough and Lou Wilson

    Senior Producer Tina Matolov

    Audio Editor and Sound Design Thom Lion

    Recorded at the Mamamia studios

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    30 min
  • Ep 6: Georgie Nichols: When Family Comes First - Fighting for What's Right in Your Career
    Apr 7 2026

    Georgie Nichols (Chief Revenue Officer, Mamamia) shares her 30-year journey in media & marketing, advocating for parents while challenging the notion that "balance is bullshit." She recounts her fight against pregnancy discrimination early in her career and the profound impact of her daughter's health challenges during HSC. Georgie emphasizes the crucial role of supportive leadership and finding a workplace aligned with your values. Her story highlights personal resilience, the "gift of time," and the importance of advocating for yourself and your family, even when it means making tough career decisions.

    The Village

    It Takes A Village is hosted by Lauren Thornborough and Lou Wilson

    Senior Producer Tina Matolov

    Audio Editor and Sound Design Thom Lion

    Recorded at the Mamamia studios

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    34 min
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