In today’s episode of Life Lately on Life Academy, the girls sit down for a much needed Bestie Debrief Sesh. 💖🫶

Alicia opens up about body-image wobbles, overwhelm, and that delightful inner critic who seems to have no hobbies other than yelling at her (honestly… get a job). 😵‍💫 Both girls chat through the ever-present mother guilt that can eat us alive before we’ve even had our first coffee ☕️💀

Meanwhile, Dena is unpacking her insanely stacked schedule, juggling wild uni hours, retreats, makeup work, and motherhood. 🧠💄👶 She shares a few stories from her psych studies, the self retreat & gives us the inside scoop on her recent makeup masterclass, which she absolutely loved teaching.

And yes… in true on-brand fashion, Dena found herself back in hospital for her back (again, EDS girlies unite) 🏥🙃. The update wasn’t great, but she’s rolling with it. Her mental health has been solid lately, and she’ll take physical pain over emotional pain any day.

The girls get real about the desire for another baby 👶❤️ and all the reasons it completely terrifies them. Alicia talks through some unsettling body-image thoughts, while Dena tries to tell Alicia’s inner mean girl to go F#&K herself (with love, of course). ✋😤

We all need to turn down F%$KED FM the radio station in our heads that literally no one subscribed to.

Thanks for listening to our chaos, and thank you to Celsius for making this episode of Life Academy possible. 💛✨

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🌸 Alicia: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aliciabanit⁠

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Recs / Homework:

https://www.theselfretreats.com

https://www.sharethedignity.org.au

👚 Wearing:

Dena – Sabbi Jacket

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In todays episode Dena sits down with her dear Uncle Barry aka Barry Goodman to listen to his incredible and fascinating life story, from tragic beginning to so many twists and turns. Dena knew she had to share this insane story with our listeners. Barry is an incredible and resilient human being (who happens to be Denas uncle) he is deeply passionate about connection and we cant wait for you to hear his remarkable story filled with faith and hope and gratitude.

Connect with us:

🌸 Dena: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/denaamy⁠

🌸 Alicia: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aliciabanit⁠

🎥 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LifeAcademyThePodcast⁠

💬 Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/957273649851434/⁠434/

Recs / Homework:

Cold water swims! Get in the ocean people.

Practise pause and have some humility.

Practise deep self love and compassion

Go to therapy! We all need it.

Go to THE SELF RETREAT!

Wearing:

Dena- Feather & Noise & Stax Sweatsuit

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On today’s episode of Life Academy, we’re joined by the absolutely incredible Olivia Molly Rogers and wow, what a chat this was! ✨

Olivia is a woman of many talents: a speech pathologist, fashion influencer, model, runner, artist and podcast host. You might also know her as Miss Universe Australia 2017, but beyond the glamour, Olivia has become a powerful voice for mental health awareness, self-worth, and authentic living.

She’s as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside- open, kind, and full of wisdom. In this conversation, Olivia shares her journey through eating disorders, heartbreak, and rediscovering herself, reminding us that healing and growth often come from being real, not perfect. 💕

We laughed, we got deep, and honestly, we both have the biggest girl crush on her, you’re going to love this one.

Connect with Olivia:

💫 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliviamollyrogers

Connect with us:

🌸 Dena: https://www.instagram.com/denaamy

🌸 Alicia: https://www.instagram.com/aliciabanit

🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LifeAcademyThePodcast

💬 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/957273649851434/

Recs / Homework:

Thank you to LBDO for the spicy gift https://www.lbdo.com/

Read some fiction novels for fun!

(Lisa Jewell and Frieda Mcfadden books)

Journalling

https://passaroundthesmile.com/collections/journals/products/your-mindful-journal

https://www.mydailyritual.app/ by Liv Phyland.

Biodance collagen mask https://www.beautyamora.com.au/bio-collagen-real-deep-mask-4pcs

Diary of a CEO womens health expert episode.

Wearing:

👗 Dena: Sabbi

👗 Alicia: Princess Polly

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We were so grateful to sit down with the incredible Grace Taylor, who courageously and openly shares her story of transitioning from man to woman. Grace’s journey is deeply inspiring- filled with honesty, wisdom, and, fittingly, so much grace.

In this heartfelt conversation, Grace reflects on the courage it took to finally live as her true self, the unique challenges and beauty of every trans journey, and the importance of visibility and understanding.

Dena has known Grace both before and after her transition, so sharing this moving dialogue with her dear friend about identity, acceptance, and advocacy for the trans community was so powerful.

Beyond her personal journey, Grace is also a gifted artist whose creativity continues to inspire those around her.

Connect with Grace

Insta: @the_grace_taylor

Insta: @the_grace_canvases

Stay connected with us:

⁠⁠Dena: @denaamy⁠⁠

⁠⁠Alicia: @aliciabanit⁠⁠

⁠⁠TikTok: @lifeacademythepodcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠YouTube: @LifeAcademyThePodcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠Facebook: Life Academy The Podcast Private Community⁠⁠

Recs / Homework:

www.livemoreethicalbeauty.com

Get your nails done or try Candy Claws

COSRX snail mucun essence: https://www.beautyamora.com.au/

Wearing:

Dena: Stax

Alicia: Brixton

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We couldn't wait for todays catch up it feels like its been too long between bestie debriefs. We hear all about Dena's perfect trip to Bali and Alicia's general life updates including Isla's upcoming birthday party our mutual love for The Summer I Turned Pretty. Dena talks about feel insecure in her swimwear and Alicia gets it, she is also working hard to complete her pilates hours. its a proper besite catch up, don't miss this one. Alicia loses her shit about her favourite products getting discontinued. We also find another way we are total opposites and it all comes down to dishwashers.

If you are enjoying the pod please review, share and subscribe and join our private fb group to be on the most wholesome part of the internet.

Stay connected with us:

⁠⁠Dena: @denaamy⁠⁠

⁠⁠Alicia: @aliciabanit⁠⁠

⁠⁠TikTok: @lifeacademythepodcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠YouTube: @LifeAcademyThePodcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠Facebook: Life Academy The Podcast Private Community⁠⁠

Recs / Homework:

Wild Love Elsie Silvers

Komune resort Bali https://www.komuneresorts.com/

Natio face mask 10 minute miracle mask

Summer Fridays face mist https://summerfridays.com/

Quite Like https://www.quitelike.com/

STAX sweatsuits https://stax.com.au/

Wearing:

Dena- Sabbi, Jewels MADE BY MOLLY https://madebymolly.com.au/

Alicia- Sabbi

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Today's ep starts with another crazy Dena story (still in her poo era) and then we welcome our beautiful guest KC Osborne, KC is a reality tv star, a dancer, a mother and one baddie. She has the best stories from girl groups in Hollywood, to meeting Liam Payne, working with the Pussy Cat Dolls creator to being in a Miley Cyrus music video. She also discusses her partners near death experience and being on MAFS. You're going to love her she’s a vibe.

Stay connected with us:

⁠⁠Dena: @denaamy⁠⁠

⁠⁠Alicia: @aliciabanit⁠⁠

⁠⁠TikTok: @lifeacademythepodcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠YouTube: @LifeAcademyThePodcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠Facebook: Life Academy The Podcast Private Community⁠⁠

Connect with KC:

https://www.instagram.com/kcosborne_

Recs / Homework:

Robbie Williams Doco on Netflix

Face Tanning Mist https://goldeebee.com/

Frozen live version on Disney Plus

Wearing:

Dena- Sabbi

Alicia- Cotton on Body

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This week Alicia sits down with the delightful Cleo Massey. They cover life on H20, her journey into motherhood, healing and creating her incredible company Pass Around The Smile, manifestation and visualisation stories plus they both discuss what it is like to let go of the actor dream. Cleo is so wise and insightful we loved having her and know you will love listening to her story.

Stay connected with us:

⁠⁠Dena: @denaamy⁠⁠

⁠⁠Alicia: @aliciabanit⁠⁠

⁠⁠TikTok: @lifeacademythepodcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠YouTube: @LifeAcademyThePodcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠Facebook: Life Academy The Podcast Private Community⁠⁠

Connect with Cleo:

https://www.instagram.com/cleomassey

Recs / Homework:

Pass Around The Smile https://passaroundthesmile.com/

https://robehaircare.com

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You asked, we’re answering.. Burning Questions PART 3 is back! In this episode we dive into your most requested topics with our unfiltered takes, honest laughs, and the usual Life Academy chaos.

Expect a mix of the serious, the silly, and the downright surprising as we tackle what’s been on your minds. From personal dilemmas to pop culture hot takes, nothing is off-limits when it comes to your burning questions, We have so many questions coming in from you guys thank you! KEEP EM COMIN.

Stay connected with us:

⁠⁠Dena: @denaamy⁠⁠

⁠⁠Alicia: @aliciabanit⁠⁠

⁠⁠TikTok: @lifeacademythepodcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠YouTube: @LifeAcademyThePodcast⁠⁠

Join our Facebook group:

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Watch us on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@LifeAcademyThePodcast

Wearing:

Dena –RAEF The Label

Alicia –MAKU The Label

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It’s another life lately sesh! This week the girls dive into:

🌱 Friendship breakups – why they hit so hard and how we’re navigating them, why are they more painful than romantic breakups?!

💄 Our skincare routines – the much-requested breakdown of what we actually use as requested by you.

🧠 Neuro-spicy life – some of the ADHD behaviours Dena’s been working through, can anyone relate? please say yes..

Alicia's skincare:

https://www.esmi.com.au/

Dena's Skincare:

Purity Philosophy https://philosophy.com/

Natasha Cook Skincare https://drncskin.com/

Paulas Choice BHA https://www.paulaschoice.com.au/

Omnilux Led Mask https://omniluxled.com/

Stay connected with us:

⁠⁠Dena: @denaamy⁠⁠

⁠⁠Alicia: @aliciabanit⁠⁠

⁠⁠TikTok: @lifeacademythepodcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠YouTube: @LifeAcademyThePodcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠Facebook: Life Academy The Podcast Private Community⁠⁠

Recs / Homework:

Robe Haircare https://robehaircare.com/

Cachia PJS https://cachia.shop/

Wearing

Dena: Sabbi

https://www.sabbi.com.au/

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So we found ourselves in Sydney for a gig and we decided while we were here we would interview our favourite Sydney people, high on the list of favourite humans was the delightful Jules Sebastian. Jules is a fashion icon, stylist, makeup artist, author, podcast host, genius content creator and all-around brilliant mum and human. (She also happens to be Guy Sebastian’s wife) We have known and loved Jules for years and wanted to reconnect with our old friend and share her with you. She is sunshine in human form.

Topics we cover;

Life in LA and Jules hilarious celeb encounter

Mum life

Jules styling us for some of the biggest events like the Logies

Being married to a celeb and the family dynamics

Her podcast “tea with Jules”

Raising talented kids

Our photo shoots we did together

Her amazing content creating for Insta

And so much more!

Life lesson: you never know who you might run into in Rite Aid buying nappies.

Stay in touch

Stay connected with us:

⁠⁠Dena: @denaamy⁠⁠

⁠⁠Alicia: @aliciabanit⁠⁠

⁠⁠TikTok: @lifeacademythepodcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠YouTube: @LifeAcademyThePodcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠Facebook: Life Academy The Podcast Private Community⁠⁠

Follow Jules:

https//www.instagram.com/julessebastian

https://julessebastian.com

https://thesebastianfoundation.org

Recs / Homework:

Buccaneers TV series on Apple.

Stick on nails from Cotton On! or Candy Claws. https://cottonon.com/

Biab nails- game changer!

Check out Jules' recipes and website

Wearing:

Dena: https//www.mods.mittsu

Crocs (still waiting on the collab)

Gimme Jewels: https://gimmestore.com/

Alicia: Bella Boheme

Arms of Eve jewels

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