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Author: Renee Chagoury & Tiana Brownrigg

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Welcome to "Females Doing Cool Shit," the podcast where we talk all the behind the scenes of running businesses, our chaotic lives & celebrate women who dare to dream big and take bold steps. A podcast where we fuck the fear off and do it anyway. The voices behind FDCS is Ren, the boss bitch CEO with multiple businesses, and T, her chaotic sidekick within her journeys (who also manages her brain). 


This podcast provides space for women to explore stories of resilience, creativity, and triumph in hope to inspire and encourage all women to embrace their inner strength and courage. Amongst that, we have a space for you to laugh & cry, the perfect storm of inspiring guests, and good old chaotic chatting between ourselves with life lessons. 


Get ready to be empowered, motivated, and uplifted as we dive into our own stories as well as the journeys of remarkable women who prove that being brave enough to just try can lead to all the good shit. 


Tune in and join the movement of fearless females making a difference here at Females Doing Cool Shit. 

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Hey hottiesssss This episode is chaotic in the best way. We’re diving into the phrase everyone throws around,“it’s not that deep.” When it’s actually true, when we’re just being dramatic, and when things maybe… are a little deeper than we want to admit. Then we go full rapid fire with Deep or Not Deep, throwing situations, thoughts, and everyday life moments on the table and deciding if they deserve your spiral… or if you need to move on immediately. Hot takes, questionable opinions, and a lo...
Hey hottiesssss Your environment is either supporting your growth or silently draining you. In this episode, we unpack how clutter impacts your mindset, productivity, and momentum. From physical mess to digital chaos, we explore why letting go isn’t about cleaning up, it’s about stepping into a clearer YOU, because when you clear your space, you create room for clarity, focus, and your next level. IWD CO WORKING EVENT TICKETS HERE Want to book a rack & sell your wardrobe? Use our co...
Hey hottiessss We put up a question box asking: “What’s one decision that brought you closer to living your dream life?” And instead of big, dramatic turning points, the answers revealed something else. In this episode, we read through your responses and unpack the moments where things quietly started to align. The choices that didn’t necessarily feel huge at the time, but shifted something internally or externally, saying yes, saying no, backing yourself, changing direction, letting somethin...
Running a community business can be amazing… but sometimes it’s messy. In this episode, we get real about entitlement, nasty DMs, and the people who think getting their way gives them the right to hurt others. We talk about why these moments hit so hard, why it’s hard to let go, and how we’re learning to set boundaries and protect our energy, without shutting down the heart of the community we’ve built. If you’ve ever been rattled by someone else’s behaviour and replayed it in your head, this...
We’re back hotties, and it feels good! In this first episode of the year, we are spilling a little life update, sharing what last year’s Snake energy taught us, and getting excited for the fast paced, bold vibes of 2026. Think: what you shed, what you keep, and how you move forward without losing your mind (or your energy). We're talking life, business, and all the messy, messy lessons in between.. plus a few questions to help you reflect and actually feel ready for the year ahead. If y...
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Hey hotties! This week, we’re closing out 2025 and wrapping Season 2 with a heartfelt chat between the two of us. We reflect on our biggest highlights, the moments that pushed us, the wins that made us proud, and even the challenges that taught us the most. We also share our hopes and goals for the year ahead, for FDCS, Thrifter and for ourselves, as we look toward 2026 with excitement, clarity, and a hell of a lot of gratitude. It’s our season finale, and we’re ending it on a real, hon...
Hey hotties! This week we sit down with Bianca, founder of Salt Sista, to talk all things women, community, and creating a brand for the girls who live in and around the ocean. We dive into how Salt Sista built a space for active, surf obsessed women and the mission behind keeping community at the centre of it all. Topics in todays episode: 🪩 The why behind creating swimwear built for movement 🪩 Being told you are 'too much' 🪩 Doubting your choices & fearing them too&nbs...
Hey hotties! Alice, founder of Aver Active joins us to unpack the real story behind her brand’s massive growth. From the first six figure launch in her spare bedroom, to the momentum she built through TikTok & hard work. If you want straight insight into how she took Aver from idea to industry player, tune in now. Topics in todays episode: 🪩 The accidental beginning of Aver Active 🪩 6 figure launch from her spare bedroom 🪩 Upcoming collaborations & interst...
Hey hotties! This week we’re joined by Ash, the legend behind Hype Girl Social Club. What started as her just wanting to make some new friends has turned into a full-blown community helping women find real connection. We chat about feeling lonely in your 20s, building something from scratch with zero clue what you’re doing, and the power of backing yourself anyway. It’s honest, funny, and a reminder that sometimes doing cool shit starts with just showing up. Topics in todays episode: 🪩 ...
Hey hotties! In this powerful episode, we chat with the beautiful Gill, founder of R&B Dance Fitness, a dance fitness community empowering women to feel strong, confident, and connected. Gill shares her journey through loss, mental health struggles, sexual assault, and ED, and how those experiences inspired her to build a safe, uplifting space for women. We also open up about the damaging side of social media, including the bullying and harassment both Ren and Gill have faced within local...
No one’s coming to save you... and that’s the best news you’ll hear all week. In this hard hitting mini episode, we’re sharing the mindset shifts, lessons, and practical tips that have helped us take full ownership of our lives. If you’ve been waiting for a sign, a fix, or someone to swoop in and make things easier, this one’s your wake up call. Learn how to back yourself, build resilience, and carry through life with confidence. Topics in todays episode: 🪩 Take accountability for your ...
In this special Breast Cancer Awareness Month episode, we chat with Dakota, who, at just 29, was told she was cancer-free only five weeks before finding out the cancer had returned and spread to her brain. She opens up about the shock of a second diagnosis, navigating fear and uncertainty, and the strength it takes to keep choosing light and joy through it all. Dakota is the brightest beam of positivity, and her story is one that will stay with you long after listening. Listen to Dakota &...
Hey hotties! We’re breaking down our 25 non-negotiables. The values, habits and standards that shape how we live, work and show up in relationships & every day life. A raw and honest chat about what we accept, what we don’t, and how we learned the difference. Topics in todays episode: 🪩 Personal Values 🪩 Relationships 🪩 Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 🪩 Work & Purpose 🪩 Lifestyle & Boundaries Want to book a rack & sell your wardrobe? Use ou...
Hey hotties! Our shop got broken into. Leases fell through. We had to make tough calls with staff. This episode is all about problem-solving when everything goes wrong, the raw side of running a business no one really talks about. We go through and reflect on the last fortnight, well, the last few months really. Strap in, it's a big one. Topics in todays episode: 🪩 Melbourne break & enter 🪩 Brisbane lease being cancelled 🪩 Everything else in between the...
Hey hotties! Meet Ash, the newest face on our Thrifter team and our guest on this week’s episode! We chat about her career twists and turns, how she ended up joining the team, and what she’s most excited about in this next chapter. You’ll get to know her beyond just the pretty face you see on our socials as we swap stories, laugh our way through her journey, and wrap things up with the Clinker Challenge. Spoiler: it gets rogue. Topics in todays episode: 🪩 Who is Ash?! 🪩 Having mul...
Hey hotties! We’re so excited to welcome back our gorgeous friend, accountant and business owner, Brooke Fenwick, founder of Fenwick Collective, just over a year on since her first chat with us. This episode goes deep: we talk all things business and growth, what it’s really like being a woman in a male dominated industry, and the dark months in business when mental health takes a hit. Brooke opens up about her journey, resilience, and coming out the other side stronger. A raw, inspirin...
Hey hotties! We’re diving into the world of business red flags, the little (and not so little) warning signs you spot along the way. We’re reading out a bunch of them and giving you our thoughts. So grab a coffee and come rate some business red flags with us. Visit Sol Cleanse & treat yourself to a cleanse! Use code JUICY10 for 10% off their website! Support Ren here on her 60km run challenge in October while she raises money for Kidney Health Australia in honour of her Mumma Ronda...
Hey hotties! This week on FDCs we unpack our unapologetic ‘move fast, think later’ approach. Why do we work like this? Because overthinking kills momentum... and real strategy is rarer than people like to admit. We get into the messy reality of building without a perfect plan, how community & customers keep us sharper than any business textbook, and why slowing down isn’t always the smart move. Visit Sol Cleanse & treat yourself to a cleanse! Use code JUICY10 for 10% off their website...
Hey hotties! We’re back with a little life update: the highs, the lows, and the full play by play of our Jetstar shit show (yes, it’s as chaotic as it sounds). Then, in true FDSC style, we whip out our FDCS Question Cards and pull them live on the mic. No prep, no script, just us answering completely random prompts, going off on tangents, and probably revealing way more than we planned. It’s part catch up, part chaos, and fully us. Visit Sol Cleanse & treat yourself to a cleanse! Use code...
Hey hotties! In this raw and refreshingly honest chat, Charlee, founder of the cult-loved Charlee Swim, joins us on FDCS to spill all things business. From her biggest mistakes to navigating grief while running a brand, Charlee doesn't hold back. We talk copycats, brand imitations, burnout, bounce backs, and what it really takes to build something original in an industry full of replicas. Whether you're in bizz or just love a no BS convo, this one's for you. Follow Charlee Swim @charleeswim T...
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