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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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Mar 1, 2022 • 52min
Navigating friendships throughout different life stages
Steph & Laura are a pure example of best friends navigating two very different life stages.Steph is thriving as a mum to Harvey, learning to juggle the competing demands of work and mum-life. Whereas, Laura is solely dedicated to her KIC career, but together, they make it work!As we move through different life stages, it’s only human for friendships to grow closer when you have shared interests to bond over, or drift apart when your values and priorities change.Steph & Laura chat about the challenges faced, sharing their tips on setting boundaries, being open & honest with each other and learning that sometime’s it’s okay to let go.SPECIAL SHARESSteph: The Rescue - Documentary on NetflixLaura: Inventing Anna - NetflixSPONSOR SHOUT OUTCreate the bed of your dreams with I Love Linen. Shop 20% off Quilt Covers, Sheet Sets and Bundles PLUS get an extra 10% off with the code KIC10. Available online at www.ilovelinen.com.au. Hurry, offer ends Wednesday, 9th March. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 22, 2022 • 1h 5min
Gut health, overcoming guilt & building a positive relationship with food
This week on the KIC POD, Steph and Laura chat with KIC’s resident dietitian, Liv Morrison.Liv helps us understand intuitive eating, how to build a positive mindset and relationship with food and her tips to overcome food guilt.Together they dive into IBS, exploring specific causes, dealing with the stress, low fodmap eating, managing bloating and reducing symptoms.SPECIAL GUESTLiv Morrison SPECIAL SHARESSteph: Cardio Resistance, KIC Pilates WorkoutLaura: The Diary of a CEO with Steven Bartlett SPONSOR SHOUTOUT Create the bed of your dreams with I Love Linen. Shop 20% off Quilt Covers, Sheet Sets and Bundles PLUS get an extra 10% off with the code KIC10. Available online at www.ilovelinen.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 20, 2022 • 50min
KICBUMP: Educated & empowered with Tiny Hearts
This week on the KICBUMP pod, Steph sat down with Nikki & Rach, co-founders of Tiny Hearts Education.Navigating motherhood can be a really overwhelming experience, but an educated mumma is an empowered mumma.This episode is packed full of expert advice on food allergies, anxiety around solids, common choking hazards, basic first aid, burns and so much more.We hope this episode helps you feel more confident and in control. You’ve got this mumma.SPECIAL GUESTSNikki JurcurtzRachael Waia Find out more about Tiny Hearts Education at www.tinyheartseducation.com @tinyheartseducation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 15, 2022 • 60min
Social media - filters, followers, comparison & taking control.
It’s safe to say that most of us have a love-hate relationship when it comes to social media. It’s a powerful tool to connect, be inspired and share our stories, yet on the flip side it can be incredibly detrimental to our mental health. Steph & Laura dive into the dark side of social media, discussing the negative toll it can take on our body image, self-esteem and confidence. But it’s time to take control. Steph & Laura share their tips on creating a safe and empowering social media experience, just for YOU. Click here to win a KIC retreat. Find out more about the Carman's Fun Run. Body Kind statistics. SPECIAL SHARES Steph: Corn on the cob cooking hack Laura: Dare to Lead with Brene Brown and Abby Wambach See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 8, 2022 • 1h 35min
Confidence, Mental Health & Embracing Self-Love with Kath Ebbs
We may say this about a lot of our episodes, but this chat with Kath Ebbs is seriously one of the best! With Valentine’s Day coming up, Steph & Laura speak with Kath about cherishing & nurturing the most important relationship in our lives, the one we have with ourselves. Together they explore confidence, self-love and building positive relationships with food & exercise. TRIGGER WARNING: Kath very openly shares their experience with suicide ideation and disordered eating. If you’re in need of support please reach out to Lifeline on 13 11 14 or the Butterfly Foundation Australia on 1800 33 4673. A big thank you to Kath for being so open and raw in this beautiful chat. SPECIAL GUEST Kath Ebbs Conversations with Kath Podcast SPECIAL SHARES Laura - And Just Like That via Binge Steph - Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Foundation KIC Tour Tickets KICRUN Club See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 6, 2022 • 57min
KICBUMP: Returning to Work with Emma Vosti
On the very first KICBUMP episode of 2022, Steph chats with one of her friends and fellow mum club member, Emma Vosti. Together they talk through the anticipations, struggles and juggles of returning to work after maternity leave. If heading back to work is making you feel a little overwhelmed, we really hope you feel less alone when tuning into this raw chat with Em & Steph. SPECIAL GUEST Emma Vosti See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 1, 2022 • 56min
KIC’ing goals and finding motivation in 2022 with Danny Kennedy
In the first official episode of 2022, Steph and Laura chat all things goals, motivation and the KICFIT Challenge with KIC’s head trainer Danny. Danny shares his advice on how to get back into working out after a break, finding motivation and staying accountable to yourself. He also explains what progressive overload is and how to do it using the KIC app.Danny reminds us that a good month is better than a perfect week. It’s about progress not perfection.SPECIAL GUESTDanny KennedyDanny’s podcast SPECIAL SHARESSteph - 1883Laura - The Intern and re-defining what self-care means to you KIC UPDATESRefer a friend to KIC and be put in the draw to win a spot at our KIC Retreat at Elements of Byron in Byron Bay. Find out more here. It’s not too late to join our 6 Week KICFIT Challenge! Sign up here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 18, 2022 • 43min
BONUS EP: Bootcamp breakdown - a 'SPICY' chat with KIC’s newest Master Trainer, Leo!
In this bonus KICPOD ep, Steph and Laura chat with KIC’s newest master trainer Leo! Leo has joined the KIC Squad bringing a brand new and seriously spicy workout style to the app - BOOTCAMP! Bootcamp workouts are fun, equipment-free and suitable for ALL fitness levels as Leo is always offering regressions and progressions in his classes.From this chat you’ll learn a little more about Leo as he shares details on his personal and professional background, how he teamed up with KIC, his ‘why’ for moving his body and his tips on goal setting.You’ll find all of Leo’s brand new Bootcamp workouts in the KIC app today! SPECIAL GUESTLeo Forchin SPECIAL SHARESSteph: Love on the Spectrum Season 2Laura: How To Fail With Elizabeth Day S 13, Ep 1 How to Fail: Brené Brown Looking for a challenge?Sign up to join us in our 6 week KIC Challenge starting January 31st here. Want to get your hand on a KIC x MiGoals Diary?Access our collection here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 17, 2022 • 52min
BONUS EP: Reducing guilt & returning to exercise after COVID
BONUS EP! “When can I start exercising after COVID?” The question on many of our minds!Laura chats with KIC’s expert physio & women’s health educator, Ash Mason, to help us understand how and when we can return to exercise, safely.Together they chat through Laura’s experience, tools to overcome feelings of guilt about not exercising and the importance of rest and fuelling our bodies as we recover.Ash explains the five phases of returning to exercise and shares her go-to KIC workouts to support you at each stage.SPECIAL GUESTAsh MasonSPECIAL SHARES:Ash: Untamed by Glennon DoyleLaura: We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, 2 part Brene Brown interview. 1. How to know ourselves & be known by our people , and 2. Holding boundaries & facing our fear See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 14, 2021 • 1h 6min
That’s a wrap! Learnings, growth & goals for 2022
In the final KICPOD episode for 2021, Steph and Laura reflect on their biggest learnings of the year. They take a moment to unpack what they’re most proud of and acknowledge the growth they’ve experienced both personally and as business women. The episode serves a powerful reminder to be present, celebrate the small wins, trust yourself and to remember that pain, hard times and feelings of anxiety are only momentary - the hard times will pass. Finally, Steph and Laura share their goals for 2022. They remind us not to focus solely on the end result, but to focus and enjoy the journey, find your purpose and your ‘why’. SPECIAL SHARESSteph: King RichardLaura: And Just Like That We want to hear from you!The KICPOD is your POD. So, we would LOVE to know what you’d like to hear from us in 2022. Let us know your thoughts here. Learn to run 10km!If you haven’t already heard, we’ve just launch our KICRUN 5-10km program! Head into the KIC app to start your running journey today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.