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*Trigger warning – this episode mentions suicide. If you or anyone you know needs support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14*   Will McMahon is best known for co-hosting his national radio show ‘Will & Woody’ and was recently seen on Celebrity Apprentice Australia and Australian Ninja Warrior. Throughout his extremely successful career, he has been battling with depression and has faced some dark moments along his journey.   In today’s episode of KICPOD, Will not only generously opens up about his struggles and allows us to see his most vulnerable side, but also enlightens us with his helpful advice on ways to recognise your behaviour before spiralling, finding what works for you to get yourself through, and ways to help your partner or somebody close to you who may be experiencing depression.   We hope you get as much out of this episode as we did, and are very thankful for Will sharing his experience with us.   SPECIAL SHARES:Steph – KIC & Noas Healthy Eats recipe; No Bake PB & Choc SliceLaura – Netflix film; Purple Hearts   KIC UPDATES:Steph’s spin-off podcast KICBUMP will soon be its own separate podcast. Be sure to subscribe/follow once it exits the KICPOD feed in a few weeks’ time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Particularly for women, we often feel so much pressure to do it all and be amazing at everything at all times, and so many of us are guilty of trying to please everyone around us, even when it’s detrimental to our own mental health. But it turns out it’s also detrimental to our physical health in ways you may not be aware of.   In this episode of KICPOD, we find out the impacts of stress and why being Superwoman isn’t always the best thing for us, and get some great tips on ways to manage our busy lives and set healthy boundaries.   Also as an added bonus in today's ep, Steph reveals the saucy 30 day challenge she & her husband Josh are in the middle of! Would you take part in this challenge with your partner? Laura says she wouldn't!   SPECIAL GUEST: Dr Libby Weaver   KIC UPDATES: KIC minis are here! Lack of time and motivation are the biggest barriers preventing us from moving our bodies (especially in winter), so we’ve developed a series of 5-minute mini workouts that you can easily fit into your day. You can start your 14-day free trial here.   SPECIAL SHARES: Steph – ‘Where the Crawdads Sing’ novel by Delia Owens Laura – ‘Fittest on Earth: Next Gen’ film on Amazon Prime Video & Apple TVSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For a lot of new mums, it can be extremely daunting dealing with everything that comes with parenthood, and on top of that seeing every other mum on Instagram seemingly cope just fine can add pressure and strip our confidence.   Ash Pollard wants to cut the crap! She’s got two kids under two, so has been through it all! She very generously bares all in this episode of KICBUMP, sharing the hardships she’s faced in her personal experience, and removing the stigma attached to postnatal depression and anxiety.   If you are suffering from postnatal depression or anxiety please reach out to the PANDA National helpline on 1300 726 306 or visit www.panda.org.au   SPECIAL GUEST Australian cook, author, TV & radio personality Ash PollardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s no secret that the cost of living is constantly rising – with petrol prices, rent, mortgage interest rates and grocery costs all increasing faster than we can keep up! A common misconception is that eating healthy and buying good quality ingredients costs a fortune, so on today’s episode of KICPOD Steph and Laura speak to dietitian Wendy Fedele to find out some tips and tricks on cost-effective ways to eat well. Turns out there are still plenty of ways for us to get all of the important nutrients into our diet while being on a budget, and we even find out some handy ways to avoid food wasting too! SPECIAL GUEST:Wendy Fedele is a Melbourne based dietitian, and if you’d like to check out more from her or book an appointment, you can do so here.KIC UPDATES:KIC minis are here! Lack of time and motivation are the biggest barriers preventing us from moving our bodies (especially in winter), so we’ve developed a series of 5-minute mini workouts that you can easily fit into your day. You can start your 14-day free trial here. KICPOD has now partnered with LiSTNR – alongside your usual streaming platforms, you can now find us on the LiSTNR app! SPECIAL SHARES: Steph – ‘My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman’ on NetflixLaura – Glennon Doyle’s podcast ‘We Can Do Hard Things’, episode with Natalie Portman; ‘How to Know When to Say Yes’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Trigger warning this episode mentions experience of sexual harassment*On this episode of the KICPOD Steph and Laura had the pleasure of speaking with Australian surgeon and author Neela Janakiramanan. They chatted with Neela about her upcoming novel ‘The Registrar’ which was inspired by her personal experiences throughout her surgical training and unpacks the cost of success in the medical industry. Neela talks to the harsh reality of the surgical profession and how she had to endure sexual harassment, burnout and mental health deterioration to achieve success. This conversation provides an uncomfortable insight into the lives of budding surgeons whilst also reminding us of the importance of implementing tactics to support our mental health in the workplace. Neela also provides some wonderful advice on how we can best manage ourselves in high pressure environments and how we can ensure we’re truly switching off when we’re away from work. Neela’s novel The Registrar can be pre-ordered at Booktopia. SPECIAL GUEST: Neela Janakiramanan  SPECIAL SHARES: Steph - Workin’ Moms on Netflix Laura - The Registrar by Neela Janakiramanan KIC UPDATES: Get 3 months of KIC for $25 and unlock access to month 2 of our Workout In Winter Challenge: Danny’s 4 week full-body STRENGTHEN challenge. To redeem this offer, use ‘WIW50’ at the website checkout. Find out more here.KICPOD is partnering with LiSTNR. From 1 August, you’ll also find us on the LiSTNR network alongside our usual streaming platforms. SPONSOR SHOUTOUT: Shop La Roche-Posay’s range of skincare at www.laroche-posay.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve heard the term ‘Doula’ but aren’t exactly sure what’s involved, this is the episode for you.Steph chats with Victorian-based Doula, Tess Batchelor about how a Doula can support you from conception right through pregnancy and into the wildly beautiful postpartum period.Tess shares the different levels of support available, her experience with a variety of parents and births and the surprisingly affordable costs!SPECIAL GUESTTess Batchelor  Save 50% off with KIC$25 for 3 months when you sign up via www.keepitcleaner.com using the code WIW50See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we welcome back to the KICPOD the wonderful Olivia Molly McKeone (née Rogers). Olivia has been making waves in both her personal and professional life. From launching her first book, to partnering with some incredible brands, to dealing with adult acne and discovering the flow on effects of her sobriety, Olivia opens up about it all. Her success however hasn’t been without moments of self doubt and she chats with Steph and Laura on how she’s dealt with self doubt and how she’s built up her confidence and self belief. She also generously shares her tips for anyone else who might find themselves struggling.   SPECIAL GUEST:Olivia Molly McKeone   SPECIAL SHARES:Steph - Everything I Know About Love on StanLaura - Halftime J Lo Documentary on Netflix   KIC UPDATES:Join the live Power Pilates workout with Laura & Leo Monday 27 June @ 7:00am AEST. Learn how to join this workout here.   SPONSOR SHOUTOUT:Shop La Roche-Posay’s range of skincare at www.laroche-posay.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Trigger warning mentions experience of attempted human trafficking*With travel now back on the cards and someone being trafficked every 30 seconds, we wanted to bring awareness about how to travel overseas safely. To support this subject, we spoke with Rachel Vasicek, co-founder of Francaesca Jewellery who escaped a calculated attempt of human trafficking with her sister whilst on an overseas business trip.Rachel shares the gripping details of her lived experience and brings awareness to and reminds us of some of the simple but fundamental precautions we should take when embarking on an overseas holiday. Get 15% off your Francesca purchase by using 'KIC15' at the website checkout (excludes all charity items and gift cards).Want to support Be Her Freedom? Purchase the necklace on the Francesca website. SPECIAL GUEST:Rachel Vasicek SPECIAL SHARES:Steph - The Peanut Butter Falcon on NetflixLaura - Interceptor on Netflix KIC UPDATES:Join the live Power Pilates workout with Steph & Leo Wednesday 15 June @ 6:30pm AEST. Learn how to join this workout here. SPONSOR SHOUTOUT:Shop La Roche-Posay’s range of skincare at www.laroche-posay.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 in 5 new mums and 1 in 10 new dads experience perinatal depression and anxiety, yet the topic is still considered taboo.This week Steph chats to Jessica Urlichs, a beautiful mum of 2 (soon to be 3) author and passionate spokesperson for perinatal mental health.Jess very kindly speaks to her personal experience with postnatal anxiety, the tips that got her through her hardest days and advice on supporting loved ones going through this.If you are suffering from postnatal anxiety or depression please reach out to the PANDA National helpline on 1300 726 306 or visit www.panda.org.au SPECIAL GUESTJessica Urlichs  KIC WINTER OFFER  $25 for 3 months when you sign up via www.keepitcleaner.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Steph and Laura answer more of your burning questions. From discussing the pressure many women feel when their fertility is at its peak to sharing how they try to achieve a comfortable work life balance to battling the winter motivational slump and establishing a healthy relationship with food, this episode is jam packed with valuable advice.If you’re in need of support when it comes to your relationship with food, the Butterfly Foundation is here to help. SPECIAL SHARES:Steph - Stranger Things Season 4 on NetflixLaura - Dr Emily - Truth vs Harmony The Imperfects Podcast KIC UPDATES:It’s not too late to sign up to Workout In Winter with KIC. Use 'WIW50' at the website checkout to get 50% off the quarterly subscription.Check out our Workout in Winter goal setting journal here. SPONSOR SHOUTOUT:Shop La Roche-Posay’s range of skincare at www.laroche-posay.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.