Do you ever daydream about leaving your job and turning your passion into your career? Andy Allen went from a fourth-year apprentice electrician with no clear path to becoming one of Australia’s most beloved MasterChef winners and judges. But behind the effortless charm and foodie fame lies a story marked by unexpected pivots, personal reckoning, and the kind of loss that reshapes everything. In this open-hearted conversation, Sarah Grynberg sits down with Andy to explore how a dare turned into ...
Jun 30, 2025•56 min•Season 9Ep. 45
Should schools be able to punish students for things they do outside the classroom? In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg explores the controversial new rule in Victoria, Australia that gives schools the power to suspend or expel students for what happens off school grounds, even online or on the weekend. Through her signature lens of reflection and heart, she asks a bigger question: Are we shaping behaviour through fear of consequence, or through the quiet cultivation of characte...
Jun 26, 2025•4 min•Season 9Ep. 44
Ever feel like you’re doing everything the health experts say and still feel exhausted, anxious, or stuck? Once a leading mortality expert who could predict when someone would die down to the month, Gary Brecka now uses that same data-driven science to help people reclaim their health, energy, and vitality. In this explosive and eye-opening conversation, Sarah Grynberg sits down with Gary to uncover the real reason behind so many modern illnesses and why you might not be broken, just biologicall...
Jun 23, 2025•54 min•Season 9Ep. 43
That ping you just heard? Yep, another WhatsApp group message you didn’t ask for. In this deeply relatable episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg dives into the chaos, politics, and quiet power of the humble group chat. From unread messages to unsaid feelings, she explores how these digital threads somehow hold our most human moments, messy, unfiltered, and often unnoticed. You’ll learn: *Why the group chat has become a place of deep connection. *The unspoken roles we all play and the invi...
Jun 19, 2025•4 min•Season 9Ep. 42
Ever feel like you're doing all the right things and still falling behind? Mel Robbins once felt like that too. She is one of the most trusted voices in personal development, and Mel Robbins viral Let Them Theory is changing the way millions reclaim their peace, energy, and power. But behind the global phenomenon is a story of burnout, rock bottom, and the radical mindset shifts that rebuilt her life, one honest moment at a time. In this Australian podcast exclusive interview, Sarah Grynberg sit...
Jun 16, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 9Ep. 39
In an Australian podcast interview exclusive, Sarah Grynberg sits down with bestselling author, award-winning podcast host, and the most trusted expert in personal growth, Mel Robbins. Her words are a wake-up call, cutting through the noise with honesty, grit, and an unstoppable belief in what’s possible. Here’s a sneak peek at the energising and no-holds-barred conversation with global phenomenon and powerhouse motivator behind the 'Let Them' theory, Mel Robbins. Episode Live: 17th June 2025 Su...
Jun 14, 2025•1 min•Season 9Ep. 39
Have you heard about the alternative to the Olympics, where all athletes are on performance enhancing drugs? In this powerful episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg takes the rise of The Enhanced Games and unpacks the unsettling message it sends: that success is worth any cost, even your integrity. With clear-eyed compassion, she reflects on what it really means to be great, and why the quiet wins we earn without shortcuts are the ones that truly last. You’ll learn: *Why chasing results wi...
Jun 12, 2025•4 min•Season 9Ep. 42
Ever feel like you're holding everyone else’s life together, but losing your own in the process? Terri Cole, psychotherapist, relationship expert and bestselling author, joins Sarah Grynberg to unpack the hidden epidemic of high-functioning codependency: the people-pleasing, over-giving, and self-abandonment that silently erodes a persons confidence, clarity, and wellbeing. In this eye-opening conversation, they explore how to spot the subtle signs of toxic dynamics, why boundary-setting is the ...
Jun 09, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 9Ep. 37
What if the real betrayal isn’t walking away, but staying in a friendship you’ve outgrown? In this soul-stirring episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg confronts one of the quiet truths we rarely say out loud: that not all friendships are meant to last forever and that letting go can be the most loyal act of all. You’ll learn: *Why outgrowing people is not failure, it’s growth. *How to tell the difference between loyalty and self-abandonment. *Why honouring your evolution sometimes means s...
Jun 05, 2025•5 min•Season 9Ep. 36
Ever wonder why you're doing everything “right” and still not seeing results? Dr. Stacy Sims is revolutionising the way we think about women’s health, fitness, and performance, but behind the science is a story of bold conviction, personal grit, and a relentless drive to rewrite the rules. In this empowering and myth-busting conversation, Sarah Grynberg sits down with Dr. Stacy Sims, the leading voice in female physiology, to explore how decades of research have uncovered the truth about women’s...
Jun 02, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 9Ep. 35
What happens when the darkness you consume starts to consume you? In this fascinating episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg peels back the layers of her past as a true crime producer, and reveals the quiet toll it took on her spirit, her safety, and her sense of self. You’ll learn: *Why the stories we absorb shape our nervous systems. *What it means to shift from chronic dread to conscious awareness. *Why choosing peace isn’t ignorance, it’s a radical act of self-respect. This isn’t an ep...
May 29, 2025•5 min•Season 9Ep. 34
Guy Sebastian is one of Australia’s most celebrated voices, but behind the success and spotlight lies a story of quiet faith, inner battles, and profound personal growth. Sarah Grynberg sits down for an intimate conversation with Guy Sebastian, where the public persona gives way to the private man, one shaped by his spiritual upbringing, blindsided by betrayal, and ultimately lifted by purpose, music, and love. You’ll learn: *How Guy stayed true to himself amidst the chaos of fame *Why faith has...
May 26, 2025•1 hr 24 min•Season 9Ep. 33
What if the strength we praise is the very silence that’s killing our men? In this deeply human episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg reflects on the tragic loss within the Selwood family, a name etched into the heart of Australian sport, and the quiet crisis that continues to unfold in locker rooms, households, and hearts across the country. You’ll learn: *Why emotional silence is still rewarded—and how that’s costing lives. *What resilience really means beyond grit and performance. *How...
May 22, 2025•5 min•Season 9Ep. 32
Christian O'Connell had everything he (thought he) ever wanted, but something just didn't feel right. Most of us have been there too. Christian O’Connell is one of the most beloved voices in radio and currently on Gold FM, an award-winning broadcaster who has reached millions across the UK and Australia. But behind the microphone and the confident persona is a man who has wrestled with fear, doubt, and a profound loss of identity. Sarah Grynberg sits down for a conversation with Christian, as he...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 9Ep. 31
When did freedom become something we assumed, instead of something we protected? In this searing episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg unpacks the haunting truth behind The Handmaid’s Tale, a story that feels more like memory than fiction, and more like warning than entertainment. You’ll learn: *Why The Handmaid’s Tale isn’t about the future, but a mirror of the past and the present. *How real-world events have already played out the darkest chapters of Atwood’s novel. *The silent ways co...
May 15, 2025•5 min•Season 9Ep. 30
What does it really take to free yourself from anxiety? Not just manage it, but truly move beyond it? Oprah once said Martha Beck is “one of the smartest women I know.” A Harvard-trained sociologist, bestselling author, and world-renowned life coach, Martha has spent decades guiding others to reclaim their peace, purpose, and power. In this intimate and eye-opening conversation, Martha joins Sarah Grynberg to talk about her groundbreaking new book Beyond Anxiety , and the practices that helped h...
May 12, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 9Ep. 29
When did motherhood become a role we disappear into, instead of a life we grow within? In this heartfelt episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg shares a powerful message for every woman who has ever lost herself in the beautiful, brutal role of being a mum. You’ll learn: *Why losing yourself in motherhood isn’t weakness, it’s a sign you’ve been putting everyone else first for too long. *How to gently reconnect with the parts of you that have been left behind. *What it means to show up for ...
May 08, 2025•4 min•Season 9Ep. 28
What does it take to rebuild your identity after the world has torn it apart? Amanda Knox was just 20 years old when she became a global headline, accused of a brutal crime she didn’t commit. What followed was a harrowing eight-year legal battle and nearly four years behind bars, all while being vilified by a media machine that preferred a compelling villain over the complicated truth. Amanda Knox speaks with Sarah Grynberg in a conversation that will keep you on the edge of your seat. From shar...
May 05, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 9Ep. 27
When did parenting become a game of fixing, instead of a chance to truly connect? In this eye-opening episode of Sarah's Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg explores the raw, messy world of adolescence, revealing why it's so hard to truly see our kids and ourselves. From the late-night chaos and risky behavior to the aching loneliness and desperate need for validation, the teenage years throw all of this in our face. And this episode asks us to look closer. You’ll learn: Why the urge to control and protec...
May 01, 2025•5 min•Season 9Ep. 26
Confused about what’s normal when it comes to your body? You’re not alone, and this episode clears it all up. From puberty to menopause, birth control to feminine hygiene, most women have been taught more fiction than fact when it comes to their bodies. In this no-BS, myth-busting conversation, Sarah Grynberg sits down with world-renowned OB-GYN and bestselling author Dr. Jen Gunter, the woman who’s made it her mission to set the record straight. If you've ever felt confused, ashamed, or unsure ...
Apr 28, 2025•43 min•Season 9Ep. 25
When did conversation become a fight to win instead of a chance to connect? In this revealing episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg breaks down why so many of us are addicted to being right, and how it's quietly ruining our relationships. From social media arguments to everyday chats, we’ve forgotten how to truly listen . You’ll learn: – Why needing to prove your point is pushing people away – The hidden cost of trying to convince others to agree with you – How to hold space for different...
Apr 24, 2025•5 min•Season 9Ep. 24
What does it really take to build a lasting career in one of the most cutthroat industries in the world? Richard Roxburgh has starred in iconic films like Elvis, Moulin Rouge, and The Great Gatsby. But beyond the fame and red carpets is a man who’s spent decades quietly mastering his craft, while working alongside the biggest names in the business. In this revealing conversation, Richard joins Sarah Grynberg to reflect on the highs, the heartbreaks, and the hard-won wisdom of life in front of (a...
Apr 21, 2025•41 min•Season 9Ep. 23
What if your pursuit of perfection is actually destroying you? In this raw and provocative episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg dives into the haunting film The Substance, a twisted mirror reflecting the terrifying truth behind our obsession with youth, beauty, and approval. This isn’t just a horror film. It’s a wake-up call. What are you willing to sacrifice to be liked? To be wanted? To be perfect? Sarah exposes the brutal reality of what happens when we tie our worth to how we look, w...
Apr 17, 2025•7 min•Season 9Ep. 22
Your body is screaming at you. Are you listening? In this raw and powerful episode, Sarah Grynberg sits down with the woman they call “the body whisperer”, Lauren Roxburgh, to unpack the tension, trauma, and emotional baggage your body has been holding for years. This isn’t about stretching or fitness. It’s about survival. Lauren shares the exact techniques she uses with elite athletes and A-list clients to release what’s stuck, physically, emotionally, and energetically. If you’re tired of feel...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 9Ep. 21
Are you tried of trying to find balance amidst the chaos of life? In this episode of Sarah's Thoughts, Sarah Grynberg explores the delicate dance between effort and surrender, action and trust. As she reflects on the constant push and pull of life, she explores the tension between striving for our dreams and letting go of control. Sarah shares from her own personal journey and reveals how she has learned to find balance. Are you ready to learn for yourself? Purchase Sarah's book: Living A Life O...
Apr 10, 2025•5 min•Season 9Ep. 20
Behind every joke is a truth we’re not always ready to face. In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Sarah Grynberg speaks with comedian and media personality Merrick Watts for a surprising and deeply personal episode. They explore: The grief and beauty of losing his mother His rise to fame as one half of Merrick and Rosso What meditation has unlocked, including visions of fractal patterns and altered states The search for meaning, mortality, and how we cope with change What lies beneath the hu...
Apr 07, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Season 9Ep. 19
Hooked on MAFS? Here’s What That Really Says About You. If you find yourself glued to the chaos of Married at First Sight, you’re not alone. The betrayals, the blow-ups, the fake weddings... it’s messy, addictive, and impossible to look away. But what if watching reality TV wasn’t just entertainment? What if it was revealing something deeper about who we are and what we crave? In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg pulls back the curtain on our cultural obsession with shows like MA...
Apr 03, 2025•6 min•Season 9Ep. 18
If you feel stuck, disconnected, or haunted by a past you can’t fully explain, this episode will shift something in you. In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Sarah Grynberg speaks with New York Times best-selling author and spiritual teacher Gabby Bernstein about the hidden traumas that shape us, and how to heal them. Gabby opens up about: The moment she remembered her childhood sexual abuse, decades later How Internal Family Systems therapy helped her piece everything together Navig...
Mar 31, 2025•44 min•Season 9Ep. 17
What if the life you're living isn't even the one you were meant for? In this captivating episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg shares the raw and emotional experience of a sacred water ceremony she recently took part in with a Balinese priest, an unexpected moment that cracked something open in her. What followed was a powerful realisation: somewhere along the way, we forget that we are the director of our own film. We hand over the script. We let others choose the plot. This episode is ...
Mar 27, 2025•6 min•Season 9Ep. 16
80% of women will experience symptoms of perimenopause, and most have no idea what’s happening to them. In this powerful episode, Sarah Grynberg sits down with leading menopause specialist Dr. Mary Claire Haver for a raw, science-backed conversation about one of the most misunderstood transitions in a woman’s life. Whether you’re in it, approaching it, or love someone who is, this episode is a must-listen. You’ll learn: What really happens to your libido, and how to get it back. The truth about ...
Mar 24, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 9Ep. 15
