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Changing Lanes

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Welcome to Changing Lanes, the podcast for women and mums who know they want more and are ready to make a change, take on something new, or figure out what comes next. Hosted by Rachel and Susan, mums of three, business owners and co-founders of The Pilates Retreat Club, this podcast shares honest conversations, real stories and interviews about life, business, career, health, family and growth. Follow Changing Lanes for relatable stories, practical ideas and support as you navigate your next lane change.

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August 5, 2026

What It Really Takes to Build a Brand | Part 2

In Part 2 of this episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel and Susan continue their conversation with Merrin Schnabel, founder of MADGE Beauty and the Geelong Women’s Business Club.Merrin shares the less glamorous side of entrepreneurship, including the pressure, sleepless nights and loneliness that can sit behind business success.They also talk about building the right team, switching off without guilt, managing motherhood and multiple passions, and why women do not need to stay in one lane.Merrin reflects on moving away from constant hustle, becoming more self-aware and learning to trust the process. She also shares her advice for anyone considering a new business or venture: back yourself, block out the outside noise and start before you feel completely ready.In this episode, we cover:<ul><li>The reality behind business success</li><li>Building the right team</li><li>Switching off without guilt</li><li>Business, motherhood and personal wellbeing</li><li>Why women do not need to stay in one lane</li><li>Recognising burnout before it takes over</li><li>Moving away from hustle</li><li>Trusting yourself and taking the leap</li></ul>CONNECT WITH USMerrin Schnabel Instagram →<a href="https://www.instagram.com/merrin_schnabel"> https://www.instagram.com/merrin_schnabel</a>MADGE Beauty →<a href="https://www.instagram.com/madge_beauty/"> https://www.instagram.com/madge_beauty/</a>Geelong Women’s Business Club →<a href="https://www.instagram.com/geelong_women/"> https://www.instagram.com/geelong_women/</a>Changing Lanes Instagram →<a href="https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast"> https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast</a>Pilates Retreat Club Instagram →<a href="https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub"> https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub</a>The Pilates Retreat Club →<a href="https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au/"> https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au</a>If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone quietly wondering what is next for you, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations and real stories to help you navigate your next chapter.

July 29, 2026

What It Really Takes to Build a Brand | Part 1

In this episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel and Susan sit down with Merrin Schnabel, entrepreneur and founder of MADGE Beauty and the Geelong Women’s Business Club.In Part 1, Merrin shares how entrepreneurship has always been part of who she is, from starting her first business at 19 to building a women’s business community and launching a successful beauty brand.Merrin talks about taking the Geelong Women’s Business Club from a local community to events across Australia, creating MADGE Beauty from a product she personally wanted, and why personal brand and showing up online have been so important in her business growth.In this episode, we cover:<ul><li>Merran’s early journey into entrepreneurship</li><li>Starting her first business at 19</li><li>Building the Geelong Women’s Business Club</li><li>Growing a local business community Australia-wide</li><li>Launching MADGE Beauty</li><li>Building a successful beauty business</li><li>The role of personal brand in business growth</li><li>Showing up online with authenticity</li><li>Why mindset matters for entrepreneurs</li><li>Backing yourself as a business owner</li></ul>CONNECT WITH USMerrin Schnabel Instagram → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/merrin_schnabel">https://www.instagram.com/merrin_schnabel</a>Check out Madge Beauty → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/madge_beauty/">https://www.instagram.com/madge_beauty/</a>Connect with → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/geelong_women/">https://www.instagram.com/geelong_women/</a>Changing Lanes Instagram →<a href="https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast"> https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast</a>Pilates Retreat Club Instagram →<a href="https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub"> https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub</a>The Pilates Retreat Club →<a href="https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au"> https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au</a>If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone quietly wondering what is next for you, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, practical encouragement and real stories to help you navigate your next chapter with more clarity, confidence and support.

July 22, 2026

How One Mum’s Hardest Season Became Her Life’s Purpose | With Ange Macauley | Part 2

In Part 2 of this conversation, Rachel and Susan continue their chat with Ange Macauley, founder and CEO of the Type 1 Foundation.This episode picks up after Lila’s Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis, as Ange reflects on the early days, the advice she gives to newly diagnosed families, and the moment she realised her family’s experience was going to become something much bigger.Ange shares how the Type 1 Foundation was born, the emotional load parents carry, and the reality of helping others while still living the Type 1 journey at home.In this episode, we cover:<ul><li>Ange’s advice for families after diagnosis</li><li>Why Type 1 diabetes does not always get easier, but you get stronger</li><li>Parent guilt and the emotional load</li><li>How the Type 1 Foundation was born</li><li>Why care packages matter to newly diagnosed families</li><li>The reality of running a not-for-profit from lived experience</li><li>Balancing family, advocacy and purpose</li><li>Ange’s advice for anyone facing a life-changing moment</li></ul>CONNECT WITH USType 1 Foundation →<a href="https://www.type1foundation.com.au"> https://www.type1foundation.com.au</a>Type 1 Foundation Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/?hl=enChanging Lanes Instagram →<a href="https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast"> https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast</a>Pilates Retreat Club Instagram →<a href="https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub"> https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub</a>The Pilates Retreat Club →<a href="https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au"> https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au</a>If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone quietly wondering what is next for you, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, practical encouragement and real stories to help you navigate your next chapter with more clarity, confidence and support.

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What is Changing Lanes?: Welcome to Changing Lanes, the podcast for women and mums who know they want more and are ready to make a change, take on something new, or figure out what comes next.

Hosted by Rachel and Susan, mums of three, business owners and co-founders of The Pilates Retreat Club, this podcast shares honest conversations, real stories and interviews about life, business, career, health, family and growth.

Follow Changing Lanes for relatable stories, practical ideas and support as you navigate your next lane change.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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