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KICPOD is a D&M with your besties on the stuff that matters. Hosted by Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw, founders of Kic, a health & wellness app that focuses on feeling your best, not looking a certain way. To learn more you can find them on Instagram at @kicpod, @kic.app, @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or visit their website kicapp.com
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May 4, 2025 • 38min
We ask a dietitian how much protein we *actually* need
Liv Morrison, a dietitian specializing in nutrition, discusses the shifting focus from protein to fiber in our diets. She unpacks how much protein we really need and emphasizes the benefits of whole food sources. Liv also differentiates between soluble and insoluble fiber, shedding light on their roles in digestion. The conversation takes a fun turn as the hosts share their least favorite trends, exploring personal tastes that clash with popular opinions. Finally, they reflect on emotional TV shows that resonate with their lives.

Apr 29, 2025 • 50min
How Courtney Ugle is breaking the cycle of domestic violence
Courtney Ugle is a proud Noongar woman from Bunbury, WA, and the founder of Waangkiny: an organisation committed to breaking down the stigma of silence in First Nations communities. Courtney lost both of her parents in tragic circumstances when she was young. She lost her dad first at 11 years old, and her mum when she was 19 years old. Since then Courtney has shared her story to ensure that no other young Indigenous person experiences what she did. Indigenous people are 33 times more likely to be hospitalised as a result of family and domestic violence, and eight times more likely to be killed as a result of family and domestic violence than non Indigenous counterparts, and in this episode Courtney helps us understand some of the reasons behind these stats. We were honoured that Courtney chose to share her story with us <3 GET HELP If this episode brings up anything for you and you need support, you can contact Lifeline for free 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services. They’re available on 13 11 14 1800RESPECT is available for free, 24/7 support for people impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence. Their number is 1800 737 732 FOLLOW US KICPOD @kicpod on InstagramJoin our closed KICPOD Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/630561419185145/Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokCourtney Ugle @courtneyugle_ on InstagramWaangkiny @waangkiny_ on InstagramKic @kic.app on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play StoreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 27, 2025 • 35min
The pressure to do a “full body renovation” before your wedding
This week we’re talking about making new friends as an adult. Laura comes with advice from Mel Robbins’ new book and Steph suggests doing what Taylor Swift did to her when she was living in New York City. Plus! If you thought you knew everything about the time Steph & Taylor hung out…think again! Coz this week Steph brings details not even Laura had heard before. Also - the ridiculous wedding prep videos going viral on TikTok and the unrelenting pressure to take on a full body renovation before your wedding. WE MENTIONED The wedding TikTok we played https://www.tiktok.com/@_emilysworld/video/7467826767449935136 SPECIAL SHARES Steph: A Photo Finish by Elsie Silver https://www.bigw.com.au/product/a-photo-finish-by-elsie-silver/p/909215? Laura: nothing this week sorry!! Kic UPDATE Kika is coming in hot with new Spicy Pilates 🌶️ You’ve got 2 weeks to complete your 10 x Pilates classes. Each class is just 5-15 minutes; stack them, smash them or schedule them throughout your week. Complete each class to unlock the next. Choose from intermediate (10 x workouts) or beginner (6 x workouts). No need to enrol, simply complete your first workout and you'll unlock the rest of the series. FOLLOW US KICPOD @kicpod on InstagramJoin our closed KICPOD Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/630561419185145/Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKic @kic.app on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play StoreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Apr 22, 2025 • 50min
Big life changes & parental preference - KICBUMP with Lael Stone
Lael Stone, a renowned speaker, educator, and author, joins to delve into the intricacies of parenting through major life transitions, like moving homes and welcoming a new sibling. She discusses the emotional challenges of parental preference as kids develop bonds with one parent during these changes. The conversation emphasizes the importance of emotional resilience, self-care for parents, and the power of guided meditations. Lael also shares insights from her documentary 'Seen', highlighting how childhood experiences shape parenting.

Apr 20, 2025 • 34min
Laura’s London Marathon update + Steph’s mother blessing
It's a big week of personal updates this week! Laura gives an update on the London Marathon this weekend and Steph shares about her recent mother blessing ahead of the birth of her second bub. Plus! Why is it so hard to let go of appliances we never use?! SPECIAL SHARES Steph: the episode ‘Fight Club & beautiful boys’ of Pop Culture Parenting https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/episode-103-fight-club-beautiful-boys/id1600660063?i=1000698541005 Laura: Season 3 of The White Lotus https://www.max.com/au/en/shows/white-lotus/14f9834d-bc23-41a8-ab61-5c8abdbea505?utm_source=universal_search FOLLOW US KICPOD @kicpod on InstagramJoin our closed KICPOD Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/630561419185145/Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKic @kic.app on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play StoreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 15, 2025 • 47min
How Josh van Cuylenburg learned to back himself
Josh van Cuylenburg is one third of the podcast The Imperfects alongside his brother Hugh and their friend Ryan. We’ve had Hugh and Ryan on the podcast before and we were very honoured to finally have Josh on too. In this episode we speak about self-confidence, how Josh went from being a producer to co-host on the podcast, and how he built the confidence to back himself, why he went off Instagram last year, and his relationship to exercise and body image. WE MENTIONED The Imperfects are going on tour at the end of the year. Check out the dates & buy tickets https://www.livenation.com.au/the-imperfects-tickets-adp1391610 Listen to Josh's song 'we were here' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuMrC0AZ4ko The snippet we played came from the episode with Christian O’Connell https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/christian-oconnell-breakfast-radio-panic-attacks-starting/id1476501557?i=1000590702549 If you want a little more Imperfect, you can support them and get bonus content on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/TheImperfects FOLLOW US KICPOD @kicpod on InstagramJoin our closed KICPOD Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/630561419185145/Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokThe Imperfects @theimperfectspodcast on InstagramKic @kic.app on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play StoreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 13, 2025 • 36min
Can you be 100% present at work when you’re a parent?
Ellen Pompeo (aka Meredith from Grey’s Anatomy) was on Call Her Daddy recently and said it’s impossible to be 100% present at work if you’re a mother because there will always be a part of you that’s thinking about your kid(s). Steph recommended the episode last week and Laura listened so we could unpack it together. Plus we speak about the news of Ellen’s $20 million dollar contract and why we hate women speaking about money. Also - it’s Easter this weekend and let this be your reminder that you don’t have to “earn” chocolate or “work it off” afterwards. WE MENTIONED This video from our coach Janey Martino talking about seasons https://www.instagram.com/p/DHnPim8SYhv/ SPECIAL SHARES Steph: The Housemaid by Freida McFadden https://www.kmart.com.au/product/the-housemaid-by-frieda-mcfadden-book-43367399/ Laura: the episode of Steph’s ADHD miniseries with Josh & Megan https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/how-adhd-impacts-steph-joshs-relationship-with-josh/id1457667995?i=1000701767919 Kic UPDATE The Power of 3 collection just dropped in the app. It’s your gym sesh, made simple. Choose from 11 on-demand gym sessions each using 3 items of equipment or less. That means less walking around, setting up machines in the gym and more time moving your body. FOLLOW US KICPOD @kicpod on InstagramJoin our closed KICPOD Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/630561419185145/Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKic @kic.app on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play StoreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 8, 2025 • 23min
What Steph will do differently with baby no. 2
All of the lessons that Steph learned with Harvey that she’ll do again, or leave behind, for baby number two! Last year we posted a question box about Steph’s second pregnancy and sooo many of your questions were about what Steph will do differently this time around - so we’ve put all the things together in this episode. Think - nappies, monitors, communication, sleep routines, transitioning to solids, and more. FOLLOW US KICPOD @kicpod on InstagramSteph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTokJoin our virtual mothers' group in the the KICBUMP Facebook group. Search 'KICBUMP Community'Kic @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 6, 2025 • 36min
Let’s stop asking if people are pregnant
We’ve got a bit going on this week! First up - a group of content creators, founders & podcasters (mostly women) were invited to Canberra to attend the Budget lock-up and were dismissed as "self-obsessed Gen-Z and millennial influencers". We share our feelings about the term "influencer" and how we feel when it's applied to us. Plus we share some of the rogue DMs we’ve received recently. Someone told Laura she looked pregnant which inspired us to chat about the pressure women feel to suck their tummies in. And can men and women be friends? Not according to someone who saw Josh at a concert with his best (female) mate and messaged Steph about it. SPECIAL SHARES Steph: Ellen Pompeo on Call Her Daddy https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ellen-pompeo-pick-me-choose-me-pay-me-more/id1418960261?i=1000699715387 Laura: The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins https://www.bigw.com.au/product/the-let-them-theory-by-mel-robbins/p/6002414 FOLLOW US KICPOD @kicpod on InstagramJoin our closed KICPOD Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/630561419185145/Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKic @kic.app on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play StoreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 3, 2025 • 21min
What’s next? Steph’s reflection on making a podcast about her ADHD
It’s the last episode of the miniseries and so for this one Steph reflects on what she learned from the series and what learnings she will implement moving forward. Plus we hear from you guys about what you learned from the series. Thank you for listening and sharing your feedback ❤️See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.