Ladies, We Need To Talk

Emotional labour is the overlooked cousin of the mental load. It's managing the feelings of people around us, from being a shoulder to cry on to cheering on your colleagues. Taking the time to check in on relatives and making sure the fridge is stocked with everyone's favourite foods. Emotional labour is invisible yet vital work that falls more heavily on women.Journalist Rose Hackman reckons it's time women are recognised, and even compensated for this emotional output. Rose chats to Yumi Stynes about how this form of labour underpins our homes, relationships and workplaces, and how we can be more selective about where we put our efforts.You might also like:Solving the mental loadBeating burnoutThis episode contains references to: gender roles, parenting, motherhood, orgasm gap, sex, mental load, caring, fatigue, burnout.

Welcome to the world of swingers, where the libidos are high but so are the stakes. Join Yumi Stynes as she heads to a swinger's club and learns what it takes to open up a relationship without breaking trust. Meet the women in the swinging scene and find out what they get out of it (besides the orgasms).This episode will change the way you think about swinging, and maybe even re-frame your approach to intimacy. (R)You might also like:What we need men to know about sexHow to have great sexThis episode contains references to: sex, swinging, intimacy, couples, marriage, open relationships, LGBT, threesome, unicorns communication.

Rosie Waterland, a comedian and writer coping with PTSD from a traumatic childhood, joins Jamila Rizvi, an author and social policy expert who survived a rare brain tumor. They candidly share their journeys through mental and physical health challenges. The duo discusses the stigma surrounding mental illness versus physical illness, the significance of friendship during tough times, and the emotional toll of chronic illness on relationships. Their conversation is poignant yet uplifting, blending humor with deep insights into healing and resilience.

Does your partner feel more like a housemate than a lover? Have you lost your spark in the overflowing laundry basket? Resentment got you snarking at each other? Get yourself to the relationship ER! If things are flatlining and you want your partnership to survive, there are treatment options.Yumi Stynes meets women who have brought their relationships back from the dead. Plus, sex and relationships therapist, Toya Ricci shares advice on how to build healthier, long-lasting connections.This episode contains references to: sex therapy, relationship therapy, marriage difficulty, marriage sabbatical, relationship sabbatical, intermission, infidelity, couples counselling, parenting, mental load, mental health.

Jessie Tu, an acclaimed author of "The Honeyeater" and "A Lonely Girl is a Dangerous Thing," opens up about her harrowing experience with miscarriage and the struggles of motherhood. She discusses the deep grief that accompanies loss while navigating societal expectations and cultural pressures around parenting. Jessie reflects on her transformative love and evolving perspective on family, emphasizing the importance of community and resilience. The conversation highlights the emotional terrain women face in their quest for motherhood and the need for open dialogue on these sensitive topics.

The conversation dives into the rising popularity of Botox and fillers among women of all ages, exploring how social media shapes beauty standards. Personal experiences reveal the ease of getting cosmetic tweaks and the societal pressures that drive this trend. Experts discuss the emotional impact of aging and the desire for an Instagram-perfect look. The dialogue emphasizes the thin line between enhancing one’s beauty and maintaining authenticity, highlighting the implications of these changing ideals on self-perception and confidence.

Join Georgia Grace, a certified sexologist and author of 'The Modern Guide to Sex,' and Alyx Gorman, lifestyle editor and author of 'All Women Want,' as they tackle the misconceptions surrounding sexual satisfaction. They discuss how true intimacy is often overshadowed by comparisons, explore sexual empowerment for divorced women over 50, and address the emotional complexities that can inhibit pleasure. With insights on navigating sexual communication, they emphasize the importance of self-discovery and embracing personal desires for a more fulfilling sex life.

Your parents are elderly. Your kids need you. And it's up to you to tend to the needs of everyone. Welcome to the sandwich generation.The bad news is you'll be wading through a ton of logistical, financial and medical obstacles while watching your folks decline. The good news is you're not alone.Join Yumi Stynes in meeting two women doing their best in the middle of a sandwich, with some tips on getting your sh*t together before everything falls apart. Plus, clinical psychologist Nasalifya Namwinga has the goods on how to deal emotionally.Helpful links:Carers AustraliaThe Violet InitiativeWe want to know what you want to hear more of, take our audience survey:https://forms.office.com/r/R5uACN6GWU

Dr. Jen Gunter, a gynaecologist and women's health expert, takes a bold stand against wellness myths, calling out harmful treatments peddled by influencers. She tackles outrageous trends like coffee enemas and jade yoni eggs, exposing their risks and the profit motives behind them. Gunter dives into the stigma surrounding female hygiene, critiques media sensationalism, and discusses the dangerous overlap between wellness culture and anti-abortion narratives. With humor and insight, she empowers listeners to navigate health misinformation.

Loneliness hurts. And we know it's bad for us, worse than smoking or obesity. Even though a third of us are lonely, we're embarrassed to say so. So, what would happen if we talked about our loneliness openly? And how can we build more meaningful connections?Yumi Stynes speaks to women who are lonely, one within a marriage and one hoping to find a partner, to understand the toll it can take. Plus, psychologist Dr Bella Ingram shares tips on how we can insulate ourselves from the chill of being lonely.Helpful links:Ending Loneliness ReportBeyond BlueLifeline 13 11 14This episode contains references to marriage, friendship, relationships, loneliness, anxiety, depression, mental health, alcohol, substance use, community.