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Welcome to our new three-part series, Love Stories.

Every Thursday for the next three weeks, I’ll sit down with a guest who tells me about their love story.

Today, I sit down with Phoebe Simmonds, co-founder of The Memo, to share her personal love story with husband Shaun Caton.

In her mid-30s, single and career-focused, Phoebe was dating with intention when she met Shaun. Shaun was navigating life after the devastating loss of his former partner, Sam, and Phoebe stepped into their world with patience and care, embracing co-parenting Shaun’s young son, Tyler. With a strong desire to have children of her own, Phoebe and Shaun went on to grow their blended family, welcoming their son Remy.

Phoebe’s journey to motherhood might not have been what she expected, but it’s been one of the most rewarding experiences yet, and she’s been so grateful to have Shaun, who is no stranger to parenting, right by her side. 

Thanks so much to Bumble for supporting this episode of Inherited. Start your year with intention and find meaningful connections on Bumble today.

Your host today was Ruby Hall (⁠⁠@rubytuesday2.0⁠⁠), and the guest was Phoebe Simmonds (@phoebeactually).

Inherited is produced by Monica Vantilburg and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt.

If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app!

We’re also on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ and⁠⁠ TikTok⁠⁠ @inheritedthepod.

We’ll be back with another episode on Tuesday.

Hello!

Today, I’m joined by Roísín Tarrant. Roísín has built a loyal and engaged online community under her Instagram and TikTok handle, @geebungalow, where she generously shares the ins and outs of her career and motherhood journey. Late last year, she added another string to her bow with the launch of her kidswear brand, By Gee The Label.

In this conversation, Roísín reflects on the steady process of building her online profile alongside her now-husband Zac, and the deep personal challenges they’ve faced together, including infertility and pregnancy loss. She speaks candidly about resilience, partnership, and what it means to keep showing up when life doesn’t go to plan.

Roisin also opens up about the juggle of parenting three children under three, the boundaries she’s intentionally set around sharing her children online, and how her own difficult childhood has shaped the way she wants to parent.

For support on the theme of pregnancy loss covered in this episode, contact Red Nose 1300 308 307, or head ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

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Your host today was Ruby Hall (⁠⁠@rubytuesday2.0⁠⁠), and the guest was Roísín Tarrant (@geebungalow).

Inherited is produced by Monica Vantilburg and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt.

If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app!

We’re also on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ and⁠⁠ TikTok⁠⁠ @inheritedthepod.

We’ll be back with another episode on Thursday.

Hello!

Today, we speak to lawyer-turned-entrepreneur, Sarah Davidson. After quitting her job in law, Sarah and her now-husband, Nic, created their wildly successful brand together, Matcha Maiden. Since then, Sarah has propelled herself into a huge social media career and more recently, embarked on her motherhood journey when she welcomed her son Teddy into the world.

In this conversation, Sarah speaks about the leap she took when she decided to quit her full-time job in corporate law, why meeting people where they are takes away the friction in relationships, and how being adopted when she was five months old shifted her perspective on motherhood.

For support on the theme of pregnancy loss covered in this episode, contact Red Nose 1300 308 307, or head ⁠here⁠.

Thank you so much to Moonpig for supporting this episode of Inherited. Every love deserves a Moonpig card! Our Inherited listeners get 50% off all cards. Just head to moonpig.com and use code SHAMELESS50.

Your host today was Ruby Hall (⁠@rubytuesday2.0⁠), and the guest was Sarah Davidson (@spoonful_of_sarah).

Inherited is produced by Monica Vantilburg and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt.

If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app!

We’re also on⁠ Instagram⁠ and⁠ TikTok⁠ @inheritedthepod.

We’ll be back with another episode next Tuesday.

Hello!

Today, I speak to former professional athlete, reality TV star & now one of the most unexpected & recognisable faces of BookTok, Luke Bateman. What began as a love for reading in his tractor on his farm in rural QLD quickly evolved into Luke building one of the most engaged reading communities online.

In this conversation, Luke speaks candidly about his gambling addiction & the moment he realised he needed support when he decided to make the call to head to rehab. He opens up about the lessons he learnt through his time in rehabilitation & how, at the end of the day, family relationships really are the most important thing. We dive deep into books, BookTok and how reading transformed from an escape into a passion that rewrote his entire future.

This conversation explores themes of addiction, recovery & mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling and needs support, please head to the National Gambling Helpline website here or contact the National Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858.

Thanks so much to SAILY for supporting this episode of Inherited. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code inherited at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/inherited.

Your guest today was Luke Bateman (⁠⁠@lukebateman_). Inherited is hosted by Ruby Hall (⁠⁠@rubytuesday2.0⁠⁠), produced by Monica Vantilburg and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt.

If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app!

We’re also on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ and⁠⁠ TikTok⁠⁠ @inheritedthepod.

We’ll be back with another Life Lessons episode on Thursday.

Hello!

Today, we speak with Daniel Gorringe. Daniel is best known for his unfiltered online sketch comedy and wildly successful AFL podcast, Dan Does Footy. At 18, Dan was drafted as a top-10 pick after pouring his teenage years into footy, but he decided to retire seven years later, when he reached one of the lowest points of his life.

In this conversation, Dan opens up about losing himself after finishing up with the AFL and the moment he nearly took his own life. He speaks about his journey into the AFL media space & why having your own back is the most important lesson of all. He also speaks about his relationship with his wife, Ana, and why becoming a Dad to his daughter, Poppy, sets the tone for everything.

This conversation details experiences of suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health or suicidal ideation, please head here or contact LifeLine on 13 11 14.

Thanks so much to ⁠Apollo Motorhomes⁠ for supporting this episode of Inherited. Head ⁠here⁠ to experience the North Island of New Zealand with Apollo Motorhomes. It’s a short flight, but a big escape.

Your guest today was Dan Gorringe (⁠@danielgorringe_). Inherited is hosted by Ruby Hall (⁠@rubytuesday2.0⁠), produced by Monica Vantilburg and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt.

If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app!

We’re also on⁠ Instagram⁠ and⁠ TikTok⁠ @inheritedthepod.

We’ll be back with another episode next Tuesday.

Hello!

Today, we speak to writer Bri Lee. Bri has just released her brand new novel, Seed. She is also the best-selling author of Eggshell Skull, Who Gets To Be Smart, and The Work. 

In this conversation, Bri explains why you’ll never be great if you don’t like being under the hood, focusing on what actually matters, how she balances the success, the feedback on her writing work, and the life-changing epiphany that came over her in Antarctica: choose love always. 

Thank you so much to Pandora for supporting this episode of Inherited. Jewellery designed to tell your unique story. If you’d like to create something personal of your own at Pandora, head here and use the code SHAMELESS10 for 10% off your next purchase.

And shoutout to Pillowtalk, too! Pillow Talk will help you create your summer sanctuary. Head here to check them out.

Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Bri Lee (@bri.e.lee).

Inherited is produced by Annabelle Lee and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt.

If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app!

We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod.

We’ll be back with another episode next Tuesday.

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A very special episode for you all today! In this interview, Inherited’s producer, Annabelle Lee, sits down to interview host Ruby about her life lessons. In this conversation, Rubes reflects on the year that was and how 2025 was a big year of change in her personal life.

Thank you so much to Pillow Talk for supporting this episode of Inherited. Transform your guest room into a cosy space that feels like a getaway for your guests. Explore Pillow Talk in-store or online now.

And shoutout to Apollo Motorhomes, too! New Zealand’s North Island is a short flight, but a big escape. Jump in an Apollo Motorhome and see for yourself.

Your host today was Annabelle Lee (@annabe11e1ee), and the guest was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0).

Inherited is produced by Annabelle Lee and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt.

If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app!

We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod.

We’ll be back with another episode next Tuesday.

Hello!

Today, we speak to Clare Stephens. Clare is a writer, podcaster, former editor-in-chief at Mamamia, and host of the podcasts But Are You Happy and Cancelled. She’s just released her new podcast, The Pile On, and has published her first novel, The Worst Thing I’ve Ever Done. 

In this conversation, Clare discusses the nature of pile-on culture and why women are always hated for something, how becoming a mother to her daughter, Matilda, taught her that everything is temporary, and why we all need to empathise more with people. 

Thank you so much to Pillow Talk for supporting this episode of Inherited. Transform your guest room into a cosy space that feels like a getaway for your guests. Explore Pillow Talk in-store or online now.

Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Clare Stephens (@clare.stephenss).

Inherited is produced by Annabelle Lee and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt.

If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app!

We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod.

We’ll be back with another episode next Tuesday.

Hi!

Today, we speak to Danni Duncan. Danni is a child-free content creator who has since launched her own global online community, The Others Club, for people who have decided against having children.

In this conversation, Danni explains how she came to realise having children wasn’t for her, and why it was so important for her to make her online community. She also speaks about the hardest season of her life, being in an emotionally abusive marriage, the moment she decided to leave, and why it’s OK to fail. 

Thank you so much to Pillow Talk for supporting this episode of Inherited. Transform your guest room into a cosy space that feels like a getaway for your guests. Explore Pillow Talk in-store or online now.

And shoutout to Apollo Motorhomes! Head here to take a path less travelled to New Zealand’s North Island.

For help and support regarding the topics discussed in this interview, please call 1800RESPECT or visit 1800respect.org.au.

Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Danni Duncan (@danni_duncan).

Inherited is produced by Annabelle Lee and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt.

If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app!

We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod.

We’ll be back with another episode next Tuesday.

Hello!

Today, we speak with Chloe Fisher. Chloe is a mum, the wife of DJ Fisher, Paul, and co-host of the Darling Shine podcast alongside her best friend Ellidy Pullin. And now, Chloe is also an author. 

In this conversation, Chloe speaks about falling in love with Paul on a girls’ trip to Bali, the beautiful modern family they’ve created with her best friend, Ellidy, and her daughter, Minnie, the highs and lows of her infertility journey, and the unexpected moment she fell pregnant with her daughter, Bobbi. 

For support on the theme of pregnancy loss covered in this episode, contact Red Nose 1300 308 307, or head here.

Big thanks to Never Never for supporting this episode of Inherited. Never Never’s Panettone Negroni – ready-to-drink, tastes like Nonna’s Christmas kitchen, and perfect to gift and share. Pick it up in the gifting section at your local Dan Murphy’s.

And shoutout to Pillow Talk, too! Find the gift of rest and relaxation at Pillow Talk, in-store and online. 

Your guest today was Chloe Fisher (@chloe.fisher). Inherited is hosted by Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), produced by Annabelle Lee and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt.

If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app!

We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod.

We’ll be back with another episode next Tuesday.