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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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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.

Dec 12, 2021 • 53min
KICBUMP: Miscarriage - screw the stigma, Nicole's talking about it.
Trigger warning: Miscarriage & pregnancy loss 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage, yet the topic remains taboo. Steph sits down with KIC’s beautiful team member, Nicole Maycroft, who has unfortunately experienced miscarriage, twice. Nicole very bravely shares an insight to her story, advice on how to help your loved ones as they experience pregnancy loss, the tips and tools that got her through the hardest days, her thoughts towards the 12 week wait and to top it all off, her recent experience with Grave’s Disease. Nicole is determined to break the stigma and help other women & their partners feel less alone. If you’ve recently experienced pregnancy loss and wish to skip passed Steph’s updates on Harvey please start the episode at 9:30 SPECIAL GUEST Nicole Maycroft Read Nicole's story and tips to get through a miscarriage here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 7, 2021 • 57min
Meet the Henshaws! Why Dalton Took Laura’s Surname
We’re still on a high from Laura’s wedding so we decided to do another episode, but this time you’ll be hearing from the newlyweds! Together Laura and Dalton reflect on the buildup to the wedding, the wedding itself and the wild reaction sparked by Dalton taking Laura’s name. You’ll also get to hear Dalton’s side of the story, his journey navigating the wedding around covid and how he felt about breaking away from some of the conventional and expected traditions of a wedding. Most importantly, Dalton provides the beautiful reminder that a name doesn’t define who you are, your actions do. SPECIAL GUEST Dalton Henshaw SPECIAL SHARES Steph: SCANDAL by Shameless Podcast Laura: 101 Essays that will Change The Way You Think by Brianna Wiest Want to try KIC? To celebrate Laura getting married we’re giving you ONE FREE MONTH of KIC! Redeem via www.keepitcleaner.com and use the code: HENSHAW. Valid until Wednesday 15 December 2021. Learn to run 10km! We are SO excited to launch our 5-10km KICRUN program on Monday 13 December 2021. Be sure you've subscribed to the KIC app so you can take your running to the next level! Want to run with us? Next Monday the 13th of December we're heading to Sydney for a KICRUN event. For more information on how to join us click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 30, 2021 • 50min
Laura finally says ‘I do’ & Dalt becomes a Henshaw!
On this very special episode, Steph and Laura unpack all things relating to Laura’s wedding! After having to postpone her wedding 3 times due to Covid-19, Laura finally got to say 'I do'. Laura reflects on and shares all the special moments both in the lead up to the big day and on the big day itself. She shares the details about her wedding planning experience including the process of designing her dream dress, the anxiety she faced in light of Covid-19 and how she broke away from the shackles of tradition when it comes to weddings, like Dalton taking her last name! Importantly, Laura reminds us that no matter what happens on the day, it’s truly all about the love in the room and choosing the things that work best for you. SPECIAL SHARES Steph: A reminder to live by your own advice Laura: KIC Mediation ‘Clear and Calm' with Meg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 28, 2021 • 46min
KICBUMP: From bump to baby, your women's health questions answered!
In this week's episode Steph sits down with KICBUMP's very own women's health educator & physio, Ash Mason. Ash is a holistic physio and mind-set coach who genuinely loves empowering others to feel confident and is an absolute wealth of knowledge when it comes to all things women’s health! Ash shares her tips, tricks and tools on exercising during pregnancy, looking after your body post-birth, abdominal separation and other common women's health symptoms, mental health, burnout and feelings of overwhelm throughout all stages of early motherhood. To wrap up the episode Ash takes us through a pelvic floor exercise that you can literally do anywhere! SPECIAL GUEST Ash Mason @thewomenslifephysio SPECIAL SHARE Blueberry & Cinnamon Porridge via the KIC app. Want to try KICBUMP? Get 60% off with our Black Friday Sale. Just $7.80 for your first month. Head to www.keepitcleaner.com to redeem this offer. Sale ends midnight tonight!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.