The Quiet Warrior Podcast with Serena Low

In this playful conversation, Serena speaks with photographer, podcaster, mentor, and author James Walters, creator of A Joyful Rebellion and Meditations of the Mundane. James shares how creativity became his language for connection, how journaling sparked a life pivot at midlife, and why following the “script” others hand us often leads to quietly unfulfilled lives. Introversion as a “world within a world” James describes introversion not as shyness, but deep perception. About being “the per...

[TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains references to suicide.] What happens when responsibility is placed on your shoulders before you even have language for choice? In this honest and illuminating conversation, Serena Low is joined by Adaku Mbagwu, founder of Healed Hero and widely known as The First Daughter Coach. They explore the emotional, cultural, and psychological imprint carried by firstborn daughters — particularly those who grow up over-functioning, over-delivering, and quietly bu...

What happens when a high-achieving humanitarian leader hits the wall? In this powerful episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, Serena Low sits down with Meggi Rombach—former leader at Procter & Gamble and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)—to explore burnout, identity, boundaries, and what it truly means to find your voice With over 20 years of global leadership experience across corporate and humanitarian sectors, Meggi has led complex restructurings, navigated cultural in...

What if turning 50 wasn’t a decline … but a declaration? In this empowering episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, Serena Low sits down with Tina Coleman—author, speaker, and reinvention advocate—who shares why midlife can be the most vibrant, creative, and liberated chapter of a woman’s life. After losing both parents and experiencing a life-altering car accident that ended her 20-year career as a massage therapist, Tina chose reinvention instead of resignation What followed was solo travel, ...

What if powerful communication wasn’t about being louder—but about being more you? In this episode, Serena Low speaks with Tom Elliott—corporate event host, comedy magician, and public speaking coach—about how introverts and quiet achievers can communicate with confidence, clarity, and authenticity. You’ll learn why you don’t need to perform extroversion to be impactful, how to become a memorable speaker, and practical techniques to manage nerves and trust your natural voice. A grounded, enco...

What does it really mean to be confident — and does it have to look loud? In this rich and deeply personal conversation, we welcome John Wang, author of Big Asian Energy, TEDx speaker, and coach to high performers at companies like Google, Apple, Amazon, and Goldman Sachs. John shares his journey from a shy, immigrant kid in North America to a globally recognised leadership coach — and the burnout that became his turning point. Together, we explore the invisible weight so many Asian pro...

What if the secret to reaching your biggest goals wasn't about working harder — but about taking smarter, smaller steps? In this warm and wisdom-filled conversation, Serena Low welcomes Dr. Christiane Schroeter, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, professor, and business and wellness coach, to explore how introverts and quiet achievers can break through self-doubt, find their voice, and create meaningful success — one petite practice at a time. Whether you've been putting off a big goal, shrink...

Candice Lyn - disruptor of subconscious programming, and founder of The Frequency Lab - joins The Quiet Warrior Podcast to explore the hidden codes that quietly run our lives — the subconscious beliefs formed in childhood that shape how we show up, love, and seek safety. Drawing from her book Awaken and her own healing journey, Candice reveals how awareness, nervous system regulation, and curiosity can help us break free from survival mode and live from embodied truth. In This Episode The in...

In this deeply insightful and soulful conversation, I sit down with David C. Olcott, founder and CEO of Samurai Success, Inc., to explore what it truly means to live with awareness, purpose, and spiritual alignment. Drawing from over three decades of coaching experience, David shares how subconscious programming shapes our lives from childhood—and how we can reclaim our power through conscious choice, self-awareness, and personal ethos. From his early work with Tony Robbins to the creation of...

In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Kathryn Sandford, seasoned personal brand and leadership coach, to explore what it truly means to go from invisible to influential. Kathryn draws on her rich background in teaching, recruitment, and government to show professionals—especially introverts and quiet achievers—how to find their voice, build credibility, and shine without being loud. We talk about the power of energy in communication, why self-trust and self-kindness are the foundati...

What happens when an introverted woman steps into one of the most male-dominated industries and learns to stand tall in her quiet strength? In this inspiring conversation, I speak with Dione Chan, a Filipino-Australian business owner, keynote speaker, and director of ICP Group Australia. From growing up shy with severe eczema to finding her voice in the security industry, Dione’s story is one of courage, resilience, and redefining what it means to lead as an introvert. She shares how a viral ...

In this uplifting episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Danny Brassell—international keynote speaker, coach, author of 19 books, and co-founder of The Well-Crafted Story Workshop. Known as the “Jim Carrey with a PhD” for his humour and energy, Danny has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide and helps entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals transform their presentations into powerful business and life opportunities. Danny shares how he pivoted from journalism to teach...