Todays special 2 parter is all about Christmas. Over the years Kaz and Matt have experienced different types of Christmas's some good some not so, and some incredible. On Part One, the team discuss, how they have experienced Christmas in the past, and how it has shaped the way they perceive Christmas, and what pitfalls have led to pain on what is supposed to be a day filled with Love and Joy.

Content warning: Love Conquers is a podcast for adults that deals with confronting themes of all kinds including mental health, suicide and trauma.

Today Kaz and Matt speak with special guest Rhonda Vanzella.

Rhonda is a Widow, a Mother, a Grandmother. She has worked extensively the political arena and the ex-service organsisation War Widows Association. Rhonda has recently stood down from her position as President of the War Widows Association, yet still continues her advocacy work as a sitting member of the board for the Australian War Memorial. Rhonda is also a member of the Order of Australia.

Want to hear more from Matt & Kaz? Buy the book: My Broken Soldier. Narrated by Kaz and interspersed with the perspective and reflections of her husband and former soldier Matt, the story transcends financial ruin, family politics, two wars and unspeakable loss.

Over the last couple of weeks Kaz and Matt have run head long into some massive changes that had to be implemented some big some not so, either way it led to an opportunity to discuss change and how it affects each of us differently.

Love Conquers is a relationships podcast by Matt and Kaz Page.
Love can help us overcome a lot, but it can’t conquer all… You’ve got to own your worth.
Recorded at their family ranch on the beautiful NSW Central Coast of Australia, Love Conquers, is a no bullshit conversation about marriage, parenting, mental health, family business, and more - with generous helpings of profanity and raucous laughter.
Their goal is that by tuning into Love Conquers you’ll learn life lessons through listening, that they only could learn through the hard yakka and trauma that comes with first-hand experience. And, that together - we can all HOPE: help one person every day.
Each episode unpacks a relationships issue or life lesson that Matt & Kaz have had to learn.
Content warning: Love Conquers is a podcast for adults that deals with confronting themes of all kinds including mental health, suicide and trauma.
Love Conquers is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment.
If you are struggling, don’t go it alone - please see a healthcare professional.
If you live in Australia, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or go to lifeline.org.au.
If you live outside of Australia, please search for your local crisis line and find support.
This podcast is hosted by Matt and Kaz Page.
For more information visit: loveconquersthepodcast.com

After listening to an interview about men and handling aggression, Kaz and Matt sit down to discuss men, how our lack of understanding can lead to less effective communication, and ultimately distance us from the ones we love.

Recorded at their family ranch on the beautiful NSW Central Coast of Australia, Love Conquers, is a no bullshit conversation about marriage, parenting, mental health, family business, and more - with generous helpings of profanity and raucous laughter.

On this episode Kaz and Matt discuss how needs can affect our relationships, and the importance of communicating our needs in order to be able to fulfill them.

Today we decided to drag a recording out of the archives. This conversation took place at the end of what was an incredibly difficult time psychologically for Matt, even in doing the work sometimes life gets too much.

As part of our commitment to being open and honest we decided that you listeners out there deserved to hear this.

Recorded at the Page family ranch on the beautiful NSW Central Coast of Australia, Love Conquers, is a no b******t conversation about marriage, parenting, mental health, family business, and more.

Want to hear more from Matt & Kaz? Buy the book: ⁠My Broken Soldier⁠. Narrated by Kaz and interspersed with the perspective and reflections of her husband and former soldier Matt, the story transcends financial ruin, family politics, two wars and unspeakable loss.

Hosts: Karen 'Kaz' Page; Corporal Matt John Page

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On todays episode Kaz and Matt discuss the classic 4 communications styles, how they relate to our relationships and and the changes to the way we communicate.

Recorded at the Page family ranch on the beautiful NSW Central Coast of Australia, Love Conquers, is a no bullshit conversation about marriage, parenting, mental health, family business, and more.

Want to hear more from Matt & Kaz? Buy the book: ⁠My Broken Soldier⁠. Narrated by Kaz and interspersed with the perspective and reflections of her husband and former soldier Matt, the story transcends financial ruin, family politics, two wars and unspeakable loss.

Hosts: Karen 'Kaz' Page; Corporal Matt John Page

Today Kazz and Matt speak to special guest Financial Planner and close family friend Tarnia Gurney from Gurney Financial, looking at the financial climate today and how we can navigate these turbulent times without hurting the people we love. 

If you or some one you know is struggling financially, or is interested in improving their fiscal health you can find Tania at, https://gurneyfinancialservices.com.au where you can reach out and find out more. Tarnia also has a load of helpful tools for people just starting out on their journey of fiscal responsibility.

Recorded at the Page family ranch on the beautiful NSW Central Coast of Australia, Love Conquers, is a no bullshit conversation about marriage, parenting, mental health, family business, and more.

Want to hear more from Matt & Kaz? Buy the book: My Broken Soldier. Narrated by Kaz and interspersed with the perspective and reflections of her husband and former soldier Matt, the story transcends financial ruin, family politics, two wars and unspeakable loss.

Hosts: Karen 'Kaz' Page; Corporal Matt John Page Website | Instagram | Facebook

Today Kazz and Matt discuss married life with an age gap, how it affects them and what issues they have tackled, with perhaps a tip or two on how to navigate a relationship with an age gap.

Want the full story? Buy the book: ⁠⁠My Broken Soldier⁠⁠. Narrated by Kaz and interspersed with the perspective and reflections of her husband and former soldier Matt, the story transcends financial ruin, family politics, two wars and unspeakable loss.

The Love Conquers podcast is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. If you are struggling, and you live in Australia, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or go to lifeline.org.au. If you live outside Australia, search for your local crisis line, and get support.

"Laughter is the shortest distance between two people" - Victor Borge.

We all know laughter boosts mood, but a 2015 social psychology study revealed shared laughter as an indicator of greater romantic relationship quality. So, how much are you sharing laughter in your relationship? In this episode, Matt & Kaz discuss the combined power of love and laughter.

Recorded at the Page family ranch on the beautiful NSW Central Coast of Australia, Love Conquers, is a no bullshit conversation about marriage, parenting, mental health, family business, and more.

Want to hear more from Matt & Kaz? Buy the book: My Broken Soldier. Narrated by Kaz and interspersed with the perspective and reflections of her husband and former soldier Matt, the story transcends financial ruin, family politics, two wars and unspeakable loss.

Hosts: Karen 'Kaz' Page; Corporal Matt John Page