Inherited

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Today, we speak to ex-AFL player Mitch Brown. Mitch likely needs no introduction – a few weeks ago, his interview with The Daily Aus made worldwide news and AFL history when he came out as the first openly male bisexual player. In 130 years, no player in the men’s league has ever identified as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, and the AFL is one of the last professional male sports leagues in the world for someone to identify as queer. 

In this conversation, Mitch speaks about moving to Perth at 18 to play for West Coast, and how it feels to be so apologetically himself after years of hiding his identity. We also discuss the response to his announcement, how he feels about the AFL clubs that remained silent, and the three core values that make up the relationship he shares with his girlfriend, Lou. 

Thank you to Sunbeam for supporting this episode of Inherited. To learn more about the Sunbeam Origins Sense, head to sunbeam.com.au. 

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

Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Mitch Brown (@mitchbrownie).

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Today, we were lucky enough to speak to British icon Jade Thirlwall. Jade made her start on the UK X-Factor, where Little Mix was formed.

Fourteen years later, Jade has just released her debut solo album, That’s Showbiz Baby, with her no.1 hit single, Angel of My Dreams. 

In this conversation, Jade opens up about the highs and the lows of establishing herself in the music industry, her history with an eating disorder, how she prioritises her privacy now, the moment she met her boyfriend, Jordan from Rizzle Kicks, and what she wants out of her solo career.

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

Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Jade Thirlwall (@jadethirlwall).

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Today, I speak to Hannah Ferguson, the CEO of Cheek Media Co. Hannah's independent news platform reaches more than two million Australians on Instagram every single month. She’s also the host of the news and pop culture podcast Big Small Talk and the author of Bite Back and Taboo. 

In this conversation, Hannah opens up about what it’s like to run a media company with her identity attached to it and how it felt to receive death threats for sharing her political leanings.

She also speaks about the power of friendship and how her oldest friends showed up for her at one of her lowest points, the moment she began dating her now-boyfriend, 'Meatball Tony', how her parents' divorce shaped her perception of love and romantic relationships, and the kind of mother she hopes to be one day.

Thank you so much to ANZ for making this episode possible. If getting a new credit card has been sitting on your to-do list, this is the perfect moment to check it off. Search ANZ Credit Cards to get started. And, shout out to Sunbeam – you can learn more about the Sunbeam Origins Sense coffee machine at sunbeam.com.au.

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

Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Hannah Ferguson (@hannahferguson__).

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We’re also on Instagram and TikTok at @inheritedthepod.

We’ll be back with another episode next Tuesday. See you then!

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Hello!

We're officially bringing back Life Lessons once a month! And today, we're releasing a bonus episode with Actress Madeleine Madden.

Madeleine is best known for playing Egwene al’Vere in The Wheel of Time. In this conversation, she speaks about her acting career, how she's found her voice in the industry, and the time she spoke up for herself on set.

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Hello!

Today, we speak to Sam Wood. Sam is an entrepreneur and the founder of his online fitness business, 28 By Sam Wood, and he became a household name on the third season of The Bachelor Australia when he met his now wife, Snezana Wood.

In this conversation, Sam opens up about Snezana being the first woman he was introduced to on the Bachelor red carpet, how their relationship progressed throughout the series, and how he felt meeting Snezana’s daughter, Evie, for the first time. Sam also speaks about how losing his Mum to cancer at 15 has shaped his approach to parenting his four beautiful daughters. 

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

Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Sam Wood (@samjameswood).

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Hello! We’re officially bringing back Life Lessons once a month!

And we’re kicking things off with a very special guest, Steph Claire Smith. Steph is the co-founder of Kic App and the co-host of Kic Pod.

In this conversation, Steph opens up about why her postpartum experience is so different the second time around, after welcoming her daughter Billie to the world, and how she’s come to terms with the fact that not everyone will like her. Steph also touches on the beautiful, unexpected moment her best friend and business partner, Laura Henshaw, announced she was pregnant.

Thanks so much to Moonpig for supporting this episode of Inherited. Head here to send a personalised surprise to the fathers in your life this Father’s Day – and use code SHAMELESS50 for 50% off.

Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Steph Claire Smith (@stephclairesmith).

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Today, we speak to AFLW player, Tayla Harris. Tayla was 17 years old when she was drafted to play for the Brisbane Lions back in 2017, marking the first official season of the AFLW. Eight years on, she’s had her fair share of scrutiny, on and off the ground, and today she reflects on it all…

In this conversation, Tayla opens up about how a fierce photo of her kicking a goal became one of the most talked-about moments in Australian sporting history, and why she chose to stand up for herself and others facing similar harassment online. She also speaks about where we’re at with equality when it comes to women’s sport and the 2025 AFLW season ahead.

Thank you so much to ANZ for supporting this episode of Inherited. If getting a new credit card has been sitting on your to-do list, this is the perfect moment to check it off. Just head here, or search ANZ Credit Cards to get started.

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

Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Tayla Harris (@tayla_harris).

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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Today, we speak to Tessa James. Tessa is an Australian actress, interior designer, and mother of four. Her acting career took off when she was a teenager, appearing on Neighbours and Home and Away.

In this conversation, Tessa opens up about the moment she met her husband, Nate, the way their love for each other grew quickly in those early days, and why they decided to get engaged months later. She also speaks about her gratitude she holds for the most difficult season of her life, being diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma at just 23, and her wonderful appreciation for motherhood. 

Thank you so much to ANZ for supporting this episode of Inherited. If getting a new credit card has been sitting on your to-do list, this is the perfect moment to check it off. Just head here, or search ANZ Credit Cards to get started.

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

Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Tessa James (@tessacharis).

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

We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod.

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Today, we speak to award-winning writer Lech Blaine. Lech has had an extraordinary life. In 2009, he survived a head-on collision that killed three of his best mates, which he wrote about vividly in his debut memoir, Car Crash. His latest family memoir, though, Australian Gospel, is an astonishing true story of his unconventional family held together by love and courage. 

Lech grew up in rural Queensland with his parents, Tom and Lenore Blaine, who were no strangers to the foster care system; they provided a warm and loving home to hundreds of children before they permanently raised Steven, John and Hannah, the biological children of Christian fanatics, Michael and Mary Shelley. 

Content warning: This conversation touches on themes of child abuse and pregnancy loss, so please listen with care.

Thank you so much to Moonpig for supporting this episode of Inherited. Inherited listeners get 50% off all cards when using the code ‘50BDAY’, so head to Moonpig.com to celebrate untraditional milestones and send your first card!

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

Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Lech Blaine (@lechblaine).

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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Today we speak to Ash London. Ash is a radio host, podcaster and author of her debut novel, Love on the Air.

In this conversation, Ash opens up about her transition to agnosticism and the moment she began to doubt her faith. She reflects on the first time she met her husband, Adrian, at the ARIAS, knowing early on that he was the one for her, and the disconnection she felt in her first few weeks of motherhood with their son, Buddy.

Thank you so much to ANZ for supporting this episode of Inherited. No matter what stage of life you're in, ANZ has a credit card for you. Just search ANZ Credit Cards to get started. 

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

Your host was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0) and the guest was Ash London (@ash_london)

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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