The Boundary Breakers Collective Talk Show

The Boundary Breakers Collective Talk Show

Welcome to Boundary Breakers - a show that shatters the status quo and celebrates those daring to blaze their own trail. Tired of the same old thinking keeping you locked in a box? On this platform, we introduce you to pioneering people who refused to let obstacles and limitations define their destiny. Each week, we'll sit down with innovators who forged ahead despite restrictions, changemakers who challenged common wisdom, and disruptors who redefined entire industries. Through their journeys, you'll find inspiration and insight on stretching your limits. Hear firsthand how they manifested bold new frontiers, ignored naysayers doubting their vision, and manifested breakthrough successes their way. Dive into their trials and triumphs breaking barriers - from the entrepreneurs who started industry revolutions to the artists pushing creative limits. Most importantly, you'll learn their strategies for transcending what holds others back. It's time to break free from what's always been done and shape the future on your own terms. Join us to meet your newest role models - people who prove that with grit and courage, there are no borders to what you can achieve. It's time to stop following the crowd and start leading it. Welcome to Boundary Breakers, the talk show that will leave you craving vast new horizons.

Episodes

August 15, 2025 31 mins

Visionary leader Alexis Maule joins Helena Demuynck on the Boundary Breakers Collective to share her journey transforming luxury retail and redefining leadership.

Discover practical insights for building resilient, values-driven teams and navigating career pivots.

  • Redesigning the “career ladder” and breaking industry boundaries 
  • Building transformative success that balances ambition, values, and representation
  • Strategies for r...
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Discover how true resilience is forged through navigating war zones, corporate challenges, and groundbreaking innovation.

In this episode, Seema Verma shares leadership lessons from her extraordinary 27-year journey across the Indian Navy, top global corporations, and as a healthcare entrepreneur.

  • Breaking boundaries: From a small town upbringing to becoming a lieutenant commander in the Indian Navy
  • Leading through crisis: Rea...
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Discover how Tradara McLaurine, motivational speaker, bestselling children’s author, and STEAM franchise owner, redefines success by embracing possibility over limits.

In this interview, Tradara pulls back the curtain on what it truly takes to thrive in multiple roles while rejecting the myth of work-life balance.

  • Why “having it all” means redefining what “all” looks like for you
  • How Tradara uses her “Change Your Shoes” philos...
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Trailblazing leader Pamela Thompson joins host Helena to discuss how refusing to fit in can be the most radical act of leadership.

Discover Pamela’s journey from hospital nurse to founder of Female Wave of Change, Canada, and her mission to inspire women everywhere to break boundaries and live life by design.

  • How Pamela’s upbringing shaped her fearless approach to leadership and defying gender norms
  • The pivotal moment that led...
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Discover what it means to build brands—and careers—with soul and purpose.

In this episode, Siew Ting Foo, a globally recognized CMO and transformation leader, shares practical insights from her journey and her new book, “Building Brands With Soul.”

What you’ll learn:

  • How values and self-reflection guide pivotal career decisions
  • Why leading with purpose and human connection fuels lasting impact 
  • Ways to turn personal adversity ...
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Explore what it takes to break boundaries and transform self-doubt into unshakeable confidence with Katherine Norland.

This episode is your wake-up call to claim your space and live a life free of societal constraints.

  • Discover how Katherine navigated the risks of pursuing an acting career in Hollywood despite well-meaning advice telling her otherwise.
  • Learn about the unwritten rules and politics in various environments that a...
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Dive into an empowering conversation with Carolin Zeitler as she shares her remarkable journey from corporate boardrooms to motorbike adventures across Africa.

Discover how this culture alchemist and "Lead with Love" coach is inspiring leaders worldwide to embrace courage, connection, and community-driven businesses.

Chapters:

[00:00:00] Introduction to Carolin Zeitler

[00:01:25] Breaking Boundaries: An Unconventional Life Insights...

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In this powerful episode, Maartje van Krieken shares her incredible journey of thriving as a leader in male-dominated spaces.

From steering billion-dollar oil projects in war zones to mentoring the next generation of female leaders, Maartje embodies resilience, adaptability, and leadership excellence.

🔑 Key Highlights from the Episode:

  • Empowering Women: Discover how Maartje navigates environments with less than 5% female repr...
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Break boundaries and redefine women’s leadership with this insightful episode of The Boundary Breakers Collective!

🌟 Helena Demuynck hosts Lorraine Wrafter, a visionary global executive and HR leader, as they explore the power of resilience, breaking personal and professional barriers, and rewriting the rules of success for women in leadership.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Empowering Women: Gain practical strategies to overcome challeng...
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Join the Boundary Breakers Collective as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Laura Barrios, a transformative leader whose work redefines the meaning of leadership and inclusivity. From her journey of overcoming systemic challenges in Paraguay to shaping DHL Express as the #1 Great Place to Work for 13 years, Laura’s story is a testament to the power of leading with purpose, authenticity, and empathy.

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    What does it take to rewrite the rules, break boundaries, and lead with authenticity in a world that often resists change?

    In this empowering conversation, Pernille Dahlgaard, a visionary in global leadership and sustainability, shares her remarkable journey and transformative leadership lessons that inspire women to rise, challenge the status quo, and claim their authentic voice.

    Key Highlights:

    • Breaking Boundaries in Leaders...
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    Unlock the power of discomfort and discover your ultimate superpower in this transformative conversation.

    🌟 Host Helena Demuynck sits down with Sayantika Banik—a technologist, nomad, artist, and Dive Master—who shares her extraordinary journey of breaking boundaries, embracing personal growth, and redefining what it means to live authentically. Together, they explore strategies for navigating uncertainty, trusting your inner compa...

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    Discover how to balance success and well-being with Natalia Berdikian’s transformative formula! 🌟 In this inspiring episode of the Boundary Breakers Collective, Natalya—a holistic leadership coach, global speaker, and founder of the Life by Design Academy—shares her personal journey from burnout to thriving...

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    What does it mean to break barriers, lead with purpose, and redefine the future?

    In this inspiring episode, Dr. Neda Maria Kizumi shares her extraordinary journey of resilience, courage, and transformation. Born in a society that imposed limitations, Dr. Neda chose to challenge the status quo, embrace her authent...

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    🌟 In this empowering episode of "The Boundary Breakers Collective", Helena Demuynck sits down with Amy Todisco, a trailblazer in green living and holistic health, to explore how to trust yourself, embrace change, and live a life filled with p...

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    In this empowering episode of the Boundary Breakers Collective talk show, Helena Demuynck welcomes Shivani Bhattacharya, a Certified Stress and Sleep Coach. Shivani shares her transformative journey from the high-stress corporate world to dedicating her life to helping women leaders overcome stress, manage insomnia, and achieve a harmonious work-life balance. T...

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    In this inspiring episode of The Boundary Breakers Collective, host Helena Demuynck welcomes Mayim Vega, a former NASA computer scientist turned holistic healer. Mayim shares her transformative journey from a tech-driven career to founding ARUKA.com, The Holistic Life Academy. She delves into her mission to empower medical professionals and holistic-minded individuals through her holistic healer certification program, which integra...

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    In this heartfelt episode of the Boundary Breakers Collective, host Helena Demuynck welcomes Angela Dunn Cartledge from Tennessee. Angela, a dedicated grief coach and founder of Been There Done That LLC, shares her profound journey through grief and transformation.

    Drawing from her personal experiences and professional expertise, Angela explores the broader definitions of grief, emphasizing that it extends beyond the loss of loved ...

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    Welcome to the Boundary Breakers Collective, where we shine a light on impactful women who are forging their own paths and reinventing the way we think about boundaries.

    In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Gabrielle Pelicci, a transformation guide and women's leadership expert who h...

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