In this captivating episode of Wildfemmes, host Emma Maggs sits down with the legendary Deborah Hutton, one of Australia's most iconic media personalities. Recorded live in Coledale, NSW, before an audience of over 70 inspiring women, this interview delves deep into Deborah's expansive career and her insights on life and success.
Deborah opens up about the role of intuition and manifestation in her journey, candidly discusses battling imposter syndrome, and shares stories from her impactful tenure at the Australian Women’s Weekly. She also reveals her strategies for knowing your strengths, understanding the type of person you want to be, and maintaining a thriving, centred life amidst the demands of business and media.
Join us for an enlightening conversation filled with wisdom, authenticity, and powerful takeaways. Whether you’re looking to be inspired professionally, find balance in your life, or simply be entertained, this episode is a must-listen.
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Chapter time codes:
00:59 - Acknowledgement of country
01:43 - How the Wildfemmes Interview series came to be
06:03 - Introducing Deborah Hutton
08:34 - Teenage Deborah, and what she thought she was going to do when she grew up Vs what she actually did
12:12 - Deborah’s modelling career
15:53 - Living her whole adulthood in the public eye and how she moved through life
17:42 - How Deborah approached relationships and trust
20:09 - Speaking to the importance of intuition and shares a fabulous story of professional experience where she trusted her gut
23:25 - Deborah talks us through how to ‘follow your charm’
24:51 - How Deborah manifests
25:25 - The beauty of reflection and uncomfortable growth
27:07 - Imposter syndrome and fake it till you make it
28:17 - How she joined the Grace Brothers and Myers family
29:39 - Multiple career personality disorder - Deborah maps out her career over the years
32:05 - The Australian Women’s Weekly cover story - Incredible at 50
34:20 - Deborah’s account of what it was like working in publishing for The Australian Women’s Weekly
35:53 - Working in a team and knowing your strengths and weaknesses
37:23 - Deborah’s advice for people starting their careers, or for people who are pivoting later in life
38:44 - Deborah’s journey with skin cancer - Australia’s deadliest cancer
44:18 - Why Deborah created Canopy Bay (Hat range)
45:25 - Why it’s just as important to say ‘no’ as it is to say ‘yes
46:14 - The lowest common denominator
48:24 - What’s next for Deborah…
50:50 - What keeps Deborah centred and thriving
54:55 - Deborah speaking to confidence, and the importa
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