This week, Louise Wallace (girl, who?) got the gals blood boiling with her interesting opinions on ‘fat’ people. The gals ‘weigh’ in on the chat and share their thoughts about her statement. In this episode, Laura and Courtney share their self love journey and discuss how the media and life experiences have impacted their thoughts and feelings on their own bodies.

Today the gals open up about their thoughts and feelings on spirituality. If you have listened to the poddy before, you will know that the gals sit at different ends of the spirituality spectrum! Laura and Courtney speak about their own beliefs and their connection to their spirituality, and how those beliefs and thoughts have changed since loosing a parent. Enjoy! x

Today the gals chat turning 30 (eeek!), and the pressure of societal expectations. Courtney is married, owns a home and has a gorgeous son. Laura has travelled the world, worked abroad in her dream job and made amazing memories with friends from around the globe. The girls discuss their pathways and how they have differed, and the importance of being true to you and not comparing your experience to anyone else’s, no matter your age!

In todays episode, Laura and Courtney do a deep dive into things that really rub them up the wrong way (spoiler alert, there's a lot) and discuss some of their personal pet peeves. From loud chewers, to mall dawdlers…The gals let loose! They explore some things that even go as far as to give them the full on 'ICK' and finish off with an absolutely banging game of ’shoot, shag, marry’.

Have you ever been told you are too loud, too much, or too quiet? Today, Laura and Courts dive into the comments that people have made about their personalities throughout the years that have made them think negatively about themselves and discuss turning those negatives into strengths. The gals share their experiences taking different personality tests and what the tests had to say about them. And of course…An episode isn’t complete without a cheeky little game of ‘Absolutely/Absolutely Not!”.

In this episode Laura and Courtney get real and raw regarding their mental health. They discuss their personal journeys with their mental health - through childhood, early adulthood, post birth and grief. The gals tell their stories openly, and hope that as you listen, you feel less alone in your experiences in your own mental health journey. This episode includes discussions around depression, anxiety, drug use and sexual assault. Please listen with caution.

If you are struggling with your mental health and need support, please consider the following resources available in New Zealand:

1. 1737, NEED TO TALK? Free call or text 1737.

2. 0508 TAUTOKO...0800 LIFELINE (0800 543 354) or send a text to HELP (4357)

3. YOUTHINE: 0800 37 66 33.

4. ALCAHOL DRUG HELPLINE 0800 787 797 or text 8681.

Ever wondered if it was just you that would pretend you were in a music video when you were driving in the car? In this episode, Laura and Courtney answer some fun questions to get to know each other better and expose their fashion faux pas along the way. The gals share the important facts - like their go to Maccy D's order and answer a listeners question on grief.

Todays episode is all about friendships! Laura and Courtney discuss the incredible friendships they have made throughout their life, from the day one high school besties, to the friendships that blossom in adulthood. They discuss the frustration behind the phrase "come if you want" and the difficulty of letting go of friends that no longer serve you. Stick around for the weekly game of "Absolutely/Absolutely Not" and a cheeky round of shoot, shag or marry...Who would you choose?

In todays episode, Laura and Courtney share their experiences with grief. The gals dive into the moments they lost a a parent, what they did, how they coped, and the way it changed their lives. Grab the tissues, get comfy and enjoy pals.

Debuting the very first episode of Absolutely not, Sis! Laura and Courtney introduce themselves and do a (not so) brief run through of their life and friendship so far. The gals play a game of 'Absolutely/Absolutely Not' to see what trends, fads and foods they can get behind. Enjoy gals and pals - we are so glad to have you here!