What if the reason you feel tired, anxious, or like your health habits just aren’t working anymore… isn’t you? It’s your biology. In this episode, I sit down with clinical nutritionist and women’s health advocate Sally O’Neil to talk about the major shifts that happen in our 30s and 40s—and why most wellness advice doesn’t account for it. Sally opens up about her own healing journey from food obsession and burnout to building a balanced life that actually feels good. We unpack why popular trends...
Jun 25, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Before the spotlight, before the cameras, and before the world knew her name—Ella May Ding was quietly fighting for herself. On the couch with me this week, the Married At First Sight star opens up about the five-year battle with binge eating that nearly broke her, body image wounds she hid from the world, and the quiet healing that began long before she ever stepped onto a TV set. We talk about what Covid stripped away and revealed. We explore how self-worth, nourishment, and a desire for somet...
Jun 18, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 22
What if the very thing you've been taught to fear is actually key to healing? This episode is a mind-opening conversation with Tania de Jong, a social entrepreneur, performer, and founder of Mind Medicine Australia. Tania shares her unbelievable story: a woman who never touched drugs, never got drunk, and yet found herself stepping into the world of psychedelics for healing. We get honest about the broken mental health system, the trauma we carry (including intergenerational wounds), and why anc...
Jun 11, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Have you ever sat in total frustration thinking, “Why can’t I keep up?” or “What’s wrong with me?” You’ve done the supplements, the hormone testing, the self-care. You’re trying all the “right” things, and yet you're still exhausted, still not yourself. This conversation with Human Design expert Aviva Joffe is the permission slip so many of us need. After walking away from a career in New York fashion, feeling completely burnt out, Aviva returned to Melbourne and discovered Human Design in the q...
Jun 04, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 20
After being diagnosed with premature menopause, going through failed IVF rounds, and sitting with the grief of it all, Jennifer Edmonds was told her chances of having another baby were close to none. But her body had other plans. During the stillness of lockdown, Jennifer stumbled across fertility yoga. She wasn’t chasing results anymore. She was simply giving herself permission to pause. What followed was a profound shift in her health, her nervous system, and eventually a natural pregnancy she...
May 28, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 19
You’ve been told your hormone blood tests are “normal,” but you still feel exhausted, bloated, moody, or just plain off. So... what gives? In this solo episode, I’m breaking down exactly why conventional blood testing often fails to give women real answers about their hormone health. If you’ve ever walked out of a doctor’s office with results that don’t match how you actually feel, this conversation is for you. I’ll walk you through the common gaps in standard testing, how reference ranges are o...
May 21, 2025•25 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Let’s talk about the supplement industry—and why so much of it is failing women. In this raw, uplifting and incredibly educational conversation, I’m joined by Sheridan Joy Austin, the beautiful mind and founder behind Foraged For You, to dive into what it really takes to nourish our bodies—especially in pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause. Sheridan opens up about how her own unexpected pregnancy revealed the gaps in prenatal nutrition and how that led to the creation of her now cult-favouri...
May 14, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this beautiful and deeply personal chat, I’m joined by my dear friend Melissa Ambrosini—best-selling author, mama of two, and founder of She Launch—as we unpack what it really takes to thrive as a modern woman in today’s world. Melissa gets real about the juggle of motherhood, the emotional shift from one to two kids, and how she’s built a business that supports both her purpose and her family. We talk about redefining success, dropping the pressure to “do it all,” and getting fiercely clear ...
May 07, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Today’s episode is one straight from the heart. I’m sitting down with the gorgeous Tess Shanahan, and what she shares about her journey into motherhood... honestly, it just stopped me in my tracks. Tess opens up about what it really looked like for her after birth—not just the beautiful moments, but the raw, gritty, messy parts too. She talks about bleeding, breastfeeding, breaking down... and somehow finding her way back to herself again—only different. Stronger. Softer. We chat about why postp...
Apr 30, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 15
If you’ve ever wondered why you're constantly tired, your libido’s MIA, or you’re struggling with fertility despite doing everything right—this episode is going to flip your perspective completely. I’m joined by Australia’s king of biohacking, Lucas Aoun, and we’re pulling back the curtain on the hormonal chaos no one’s talking about—especially when it comes to men’s role in fertility struggles. Yep, you read that right. Lucas breaks down the real reasons modern women are experiencing burnout, b...
Apr 23, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Are your wellness habits actually helping—or are they fuelling your burnout? In this raw and real conversation with podcast host and mindset coach Madelyn Carafa from The Healthy Hustlers, we rip the shiny filter off the wellness world and dive deep into the dark side of health culture—where restriction, perfectionism, and unrealistic expectations quietly ruin women’s lives. Madelyn opens up about her own wellness wake-up call—how navigating burnout, postnatal depletion, food allergies in her so...
Apr 16, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 13
This chat with Georgie Stevenson is going to land hard in the hearts of so many women—because it’s real, raw and exactly what so many of us need to hear. Georgie opens up about walking away from a high-flying legal career to find out who she really was, without the pressure to please everyone else. We dive deep into the uncomfortable layers—how people pleasing, societal pressure, and burnout were the tipping points that led to hormone chaos and disconnection from self. Georgie is the co-founder ...
Apr 09, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Have you ever felt like you're playing small because the world around you tells you to “stay in your lane”? In this empowering episode of The Wellness Collective, I sit down with the unstoppable Lola Berry—author, nutritionist, podcaster, and now full-blown actor—who shares why she had to leave Australia to find true creative freedom. We dive deep into how tall poppy syndrome stifled her growth, why she made the huge leap to LA, and how navigating fertility preservation with PCOS became one of h...
Apr 02, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Angela Simson is one of those women who doesn’t just talk about change—she lives it. From burnout, divorce, and a literal stroke (yes, while sitting on the couch), to building a thriving business helping female entrepreneurs grow magnetic personal brands—Ange has been through it all. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what it really looks like to rebuild your life and career when the rug’s been ripped out from under you. Ange opens up about how her body forced her to slow down, why hir...
Mar 26, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Ashy Bines spent years pushing to prove herself—until a brain aneurysm forced her to stop and rethink everything she thought she had to be. This conversation digs deep into her transformation from fitness mogul to a woman fully aligned with her values. Ashy opens up about the moment she knew she had to walk away from the fitness industry, the fear of losing her identity, and how she’s finally stepped into a life that feels right. We break down the warning signs she ignored, why stress is no joke...
Mar 19, 2025•35 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Heather Foord is a powerhouse in women’s health, shaking things up to get women the care they actually deserve. With degrees in Communications and Health Science, plus a Masters in Women’s Medicine, she’s got the knowledge and passion to back it up. After nearly a decade as a journalist, her own experience of motherhood exposed a massive gap in postpartum care. That frustration turned into action, and now she’s on a mission to make pelvic floor care accessible, effective, and stigma-free. Heathe...
Mar 12, 2025•39 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Marcia Leone is the powerhouse behind Not So Mumsy—a thriving motherhood community dedicated to women's empowerment and support for moms, thriving online community, best-selling book, fashion label, and transformative retreats for mothers. In this episode, we unpack her evolution from a full-time media career to carving out a space that allows women to embrace motherhood without losing themselves in it. Marcia gets real about the early struggles of balancing ambition with new motherhood, the ide...
Mar 05, 2025•35 min•Season 3Ep. 7
I've totally been there—wide awake at 3 a.m., staring at the ceiling, desperate for sleep to come. After years of battling insomnia and frequent nighttime waking, I discovered something powerful: insomnia isn't just a frustrating inconvenience; it's actually your body's way of trying to communicate something deeper. In this intimate solo chat, I'm revealing exactly how I overcame insomnia naturally by tuning into my body's messages, shifting from frustration to curiosity, and implementing practi...
Feb 26, 2025•25 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Jane McCann is the kind of woman who makes you want to stand a little taller and own your midlife magic. She’s built an incredible community around embracing aging with confidence—no filters, no apologies. In this episode, we dive into her journey of self-acceptance, from navigating menopause and societal expectations to learning how to thrive (not just survive) in midlife. Jane gets real about skipping HRT, finding joy in the everyday, and rewriting the aging narrative. If you’ve ever caught yo...
Feb 19, 2025•33 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Puberty—what a wild ride! And yet, we don’t talk about it enough. But if you’ve got a teen (or are one), you know how important it is. In this episode, we’re diving into all things hormones, puberty, and how to support young girls through this crazy, beautiful transition. From spotting hormonal imbalances to figuring out what actually helps (and what’s just a myth), this is the chat every parent—and every teen—needs to hear. We're unpacking puberty milestones, how stress and nutrition mess with ...
Feb 12, 2025•41 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Evan Karavitis is the ultimate olive oil connoisseur, and we're diving into the fascinating world of WILD olive oil—a treasure so valuable even the Mafia wants a piece of it! We're exploring how nature does its magic in the Greek countryside, transforming humble olives into a liquid gold that’s not only bursting with flavor but also packed with health benefits. Evan takes us on his remarkable journey—from his days in banking to becoming an explorer of this ancient, natural treasure. We break dow...
Feb 05, 2025•42 min•Season 3Ep. 3
In this episode I’m joined by the visionary Dr. Sarah Jane, to explore a groundbreaking approach to trauma and emotional healing. Spinal Energetics™ is a transformative modality that works with the spine, nervous system, and energy fields to release stored trauma without the need to relive painful memories. Dr. Sarah Jane takes us on her journey of combining psychology, chiropractic care, and Eastern philosophy to create a practice that empowers the body’s innate intelligence to heal itself. We ...
Jan 29, 2025•32 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Welcome back to The Wellness Collective! In this solo episode, I dive into a topic that sparked so much conversation online: sun exposure. For years, we've been told to fear the sun, cover up, and avoid it to prevent skin damage and cancer. But what if that advice is only half the story? I unpack the vital role sunlight plays in our health, from supporting hormone balance and vitamin D production to lifting our mood and enhancing overall well-being. We’ll explore the dangers of underexposure, wh...
Jan 15, 2025•14 min•Season 3Ep. 1
In this heartfelt episode, Cat Sanz shares her journey from starting a fashion label to balancing motherhood and building a successful business. Cat discusses the importance of authenticity, the transformative power of fashion, and how carving out just five minutes for yourself can make a world of difference. From styling tips to self-care routines, this episode is packed with inspiration for women navigating busy lives while staying true to themselves. 0:00 – Welcome to the episode with Cat San...
Dec 25, 2024•32 min
In this insightful episode, holistic wellness expert Melissa Kovacevic explores the power of seed cycling and emotional freedom techniques (EFT) in transforming women’s health. Melissa shares how seed cycling can regulate periods, ease perimenopause symptoms, and help women regain control of their hormonal balance. She also reveals how EFT can neutralise emotional pain, reduce stress, and empower women to prioritise self-care. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to embrace holistic ...
Dec 24, 2024•37 min
In this eye-opening episode, divorce coach and author Carla Da Costa shares her transformative journey and offers profound insights into navigating divorce, overcoming financial abuse, and rediscovering yourself. Carla dives into redefining life after marriage, breaking free from societal expectations, and finding empowerment in the face of adversity. Whether you’re navigating a breakup or looking for inspiration, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a fresh start.0:00 – What is fina...
Dec 11, 2024•43 min
In this episode, Kay Orford, founder of OiTO Haircare, uncovers the often-overlooked secret to strong, healthy hair: scalp health. With over 30 years of experience in the haircare industry, Kay shares how hydration, natural ingredients, and a focus on the scalp can transform your hair. Learn why common myths, like cutting hair to make it grow, are misleading and discover the science behind her revolutionary OiTO Haircare line.0:05 What are the biggest myths about hair growth?0:14 Why is scalp hy...
Dec 04, 2024•24 min
Is your life’s potential written in the stars? Best-selling author Jordanna Levin takes us beyond sun signs, revealing how your natal chart holds the key to self-awareness, growth, and transformation. In this episode, Jordanna dismantles common myths about astrology and manifestation, showing how action, intention, and ancient wisdom intersect. Discover the secrets of your sun, moon, and rising signs, how to use astrology as a tool for parenting and relationships, and why modern science is catch...
Nov 27, 2024•29 min
Blanche Cruz, a skilled acupuncturist with a background in fitness, takes us deep into the ancient art of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Blanche reveals the secrets your tongue can tell about your health, from organ function to emotional well-being. Discover how acupuncture communicates with the nervous system, the importance of tongue diagnosis, and why modern science now backs this age-old practice. Blanche also shares her personal journey into TCM and how it transformed her approach to m...
Nov 20, 2024•36 min
Kate Macdonald and Anna Weatherlake, founders of Váhy fragrances, discuss the surprising truths hidden within the perfume industry and their journey to create a truly clean, natural fragrance line. Kate, a former corporate lawyer, and Anna, a vegan and clean-living advocate, share their passion for transparency in labeling, safe ingredients, and sustainability. Discover why they believe natural scents offer a healthier alternative, the challenges they’ve faced in breaking through the fragrance m...
Nov 13, 2024•31 min
