Welcome back to Season 2 of The Talk is Cheap Podcast!

 We went on sabbatical but WE ARE BACK, which is perfectly fitting because that is one of the themes of this episode with our badass guest, Saya Hayashi.

Think of it as a double comeback.

Saya Hayashi is a Trauma-informed Tantra Yoga Teacher, Spiral Practitioner and Embodiment Muse.

In this episode we speak to the 'elephant in the room' on a topic that a lot of Saya's followers have been wanting answers to for the last couple of years. 

During 2022 Saya disappeared online altogether after a very public romance she was cultivating. After that, radio silence.

In this episode, we speak to what ACTUALLY went down, and what Saya has learnt from this 'perfect, divine and painful experience'.

We speak to the pressure of exposing the  most intimate parts of oneself in the public sphere of social media, the vulnerability and the sometimes necessity of going MIA to return back to yourself in full force.

 
There is so much juice in this episode, so much wisdom and so much to relate to on the topic of vulnerability, connection, heart-break, fantasy, limerance and what it truly means to be authentic. 

A little more about Saya:

She is passionate about provoking presence & inviting you to deepen your connection to your animal body.

Saya has facilitated trainings in Feminine Temple Arts, Tantric Mystery Schools and advanced Yoga psychology in Australia, Bali and the US.

She is a catalyst for transformation, a permission slip for sensual expression and a movement artist & facilitator.

Her mission is to lead an embodiment revolution that supports you to live in connection to your feminine current of aliveness.

**This episode was recorded in late 2023**

We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it for you all. 

Connect with Julia and Talk is Cheap academy
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How to connect with Saya:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_sayahayashi/
Website: Www.sayahayashi.com
Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/user/sayamelanieolivia?si=07QTxsQDTXi3VKW8FfWpvA

In this episode, Host Julia Vogl get REAL, RAW and HONEST, alone....

There are tears, laughs and truth bombs are dropped. 

This is a vulnerable explosion of sorts, highlighting Julia's last couple of months- the wins, the losses, the new beginnings and the endings plus all the realisations in between.

Julia speaks to the journey she has been on, through personal hardship, and how simultaneously delivering two programs has cracked her open, well, and truly embarking on a new life chapter- The Golden Era.

Come along for the ride for a dose of the behind-the-scenes when it comes to business and that it's not WORK-LIFE Balance- it's just LIFE.

This one is juicy and it's also just the darn truth.

Thanks for being a listener of the TIC poddy so far, you're so appreciated.

For more info on the Confidence on Camera program kicking off in October- check out this link:
 
https://www.talkischeapacademy.com/confidence-on-camera

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In this next episode of the Talk is Cheap Podcast we speak to  MÓNICA GALÁN BRAVO

Originating from Spain, MÓNICA is a specialized coach and keynote speaker in effective communication, motivation and leadership as well as the Author of the speech-making formula BRAVO Method, which has recently reached its 12th edition, the publisher’s best-selling communication book, in Spanish. 

She advises speakers, communication professionals, and executive teams of large companies and multinationals such as Coca-Cola, IKEA, Greenpeace, Sony, Dior, Banco Santander and many others. 

Considered one of the most influential experts in Ibero-America for her proficiency in verbal and non-verbal communication, with a distinguished teaching career that includes top-tier institutions such as the European University of Madrid, Instituto de Empresa, and Harvard University,  which has earned her widespread recognition.

We battled the elements, construction, wind and rain throughout this episode, but knew that the message was far more important than production!! 

In this conversation, we delve into what holds people back from speaking in public, and the secret recipe to mastering this for yourself. 

With Monica's second language being English, she showcases her honesty and realness by stepping outside of her own comfort zone by speaking to Julia in English, demonstrating that even as a communication expert who has presented to crowds of thousands, she is constantly pushing the boundaries in her own field. 

Spoiler alert- if you're finding speaking in public difficult, you're not the only one!! 

Follow Monica on Instagram here ( in Spanish): https://www.instagram.com/monigalanbravo/?hl=en

If you've ever watched Australian TV, well, EVER, you'll be very familiar with our next guest Damian Walshe-Howling!!!

Damian is one of Australia’s most accomplished actors, with an impressively long list of Film and Television credits, that were literally pages and pages long! 

Damien gained critical acclaim for his performance in Australia’s highly celebrated Television series UNDERBELLY, his personification of “Melbourne’s most loved murderer”, Andrew Benji Veniamin, captured the hearts and minds of Australian and International audiences, winning the AFI Award in 2008 for Best Supporting Actor in a Television Drama. 

Damian has worked in the Steven Spielberg-produced series  Terra Nova as well as starred in Aussie cult classics including The Secret Life Of Us, Wilfred, All Saints, Blue Heelers, Stingers, Janet King and literally COUNTLESS others. 

He has most recently been seen in the US NETFLIX adventure series TITANS, and ABC Australia’s popular crime drama JACK IRISH. 

As a  Writer/Director, Damian recently won the prestigious International LEXUS SHORT FILM SERIES. As a result, he was awarded close to half a million dollars to write and direct his third short film MESSiAH starring David Gulpilil and Stephen Hunter. After enjoying successful premiers around the world it sold to both SBS Australia and AMAZON International. 

Unsurprisingly, this conversation is deep, vast and authentic - just like his body of work as an Actor- and showcases the many flavours of Damo and his unique ability to be real, honest, playful and wise simultaneously. 

This extraordinary conversation between Julia and Damo cover all things, spirituality, teaching, surfing, confidence,  a Cleo Bachelor of the Year nomination, mental health, the power of vulnerability, writing, directing and a not to be missed explanation of Damo's "Doona Days'.  

Julia and Damo reflect on what it's like to be famous, and how to 'be yourself', with Damo effortlessly sprinkling through life-changing words of wisdom at every turn. 

There is literally something for everyone in this episode, it's shockingly real. You'll feel like you're in the room with them....

Brad Guy is a content creator, mental health advocate and motivational speaker.

At the age of 22, Brad, a notoriously out-going and gregarious person, was celebrating a belated birthday present; a thrill-seeking tandem skydive.

 In what can only be described as a ‘freak accident’, Brad and his instructor’s parachute failed to open properly – not once…but twice. 

The reserve chute got tangled in the first. With both parachutes failing they circled furiously in the air like two rag dolls in a treacherous vortex, plunging 14,000 feet to the ground at :. 

Well… they did survive – only just; but not without trauma and injury; both physical and mental. A broken spine and torn neck were Brad’s physical scars; severe depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) were his unseen scars.

Brad doesn’t just have an amazing story of survival, he is a dynamic and authentic public speaker who fiercely advocates for mental health awareness. He speaks to groups from all different walks of life on the topics of: re-entering life after trauma, self-acceptance through to self-expression, LGBTQ identity in a modern world and thoughtful communication.

 He is an educator on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and rehabilitation, with a passion for showing others how they too can achieve their dreams.

To purchase FREEFALL: https://www.bradguy.com/
Follow Brad on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradjguy/

Chloe Adriana (she / her) AKA The Pussy Queen is a Radical Radiance Coach and Captivating Facilitator.

She works across the globe to empower, liberate and awaken vulva-bodied people into their full radiance.

Spending her teenage years and half her twenties sexually fumbling, it was a life-changing trip around the world that finally landed her in a Swedish; Self Development, Spiritual and Tantric community. 

Here among a community of consciously and educated sexual beings her interest in tantra, trauma healing and facilitation would lead her to study to be a Sex, Love and Relationship Coach with the Tantric Institute of Integrated Sexuality.

In this episode Chloe and I deep dive on how she originated as a primary school teacher, and now is in partnership with her mum selling dildo's! 

We also speak to the raw experience she had a few years back discovering she wasn't in fact an only child, and that she had a whole family with siblings living just blocks away. 

Chloe is truly an inspiration in guiding others to harness their unique radiance and and has been a trailblazer in facilitation, embodiment and self-love. 

Last year, Chloe was shadowbanned and then 'canceled' an experience she speaks to openly and without regret in her true optimistic essence. 

This episode was truly thought-provoking, and even lead to me sharing about my own struggles with an eating disorder in my twenties, a tender topic I've spent a long time keeping private. 

Expand your mind to the wonders of Chloe's experiences harnessed in integrity and her passion for helping others love themselves. 

Find chloe: 
Website: https://www.chloeadriana.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/queenchloeadriana/

In this next Episode of the Talk is Cheap Podcast, we speak to Actor, singer and now Coach Jade Hassouné.

Jade and Julia met in 2018 in a chance encounter and have remained in touch ever since, reconnecting on the show for the first time in years.

Jade is well-known for his role as Meliorn in the hit series Shadowhunters (Netflix), Heartland and the internationally acclaimed web series That’s My Dj directed by D.W. Waterson.

From a family of refugees and ever since he was a kid, Jade has been guided by a higher intelligence. Since then, he has listened to that guidance which has led him to success beyond some of our wildest dreams.

Jade opens up about his experience with love, heartbreak, sexuality and fame, and how it's not all that it's cracked up to be. We explore the toxicity of social media at the higher levels of Hollywood, and what really goes on behind the scenes on a Netflix set.

Jade's new endeavors as a coach have brought him wild fulfillment which we discuss at length.

He has recently launched his entrepreneurial debut with a 6-week online program called Become A Professional Actor in which he helps his students launch their professional acting career through a step by step strategy using his 15 years of experience in the business, mindset coaching and manifestation principles. Find him at Jadehassoune.com

This one is not to be missed! 

Find Jade here: https://www.instagram.com/jadehassoune/?hl=en

In this episode of the Talk is Cheap Podcast we speak to content creator, author, podcast host and public speaker Natalie Alexis Lee- Creator of the internationally successful brand Style Me Sunday.

Natalie dances between the topics of body positivity, fashion, inclusivity and the liberating movement to shed your shame.  In this juicy episode, Natalie discusses the release of her new book 'Feeling Myself' and the brutal process of working through what she perceived as 'dirty little secrets'. 

We also cover the challenges she's faced with Dyslexia, ADHD, Imposter Syndrome and the fact you don't need to be an extrovert to share successfully online.

This wildly successful woman is a beacon of knowledge and inspiration, Enjoy!

Find her: 
@stylemesunday on Instagram 
You can purchase Feeling Myself here: https://www.stylemesunday.co.uk/

*TRIGGER WARNING- This episode discusses childhood abuse, sexual assault and graphic details*

In this week's episode we speak to best-selling author, health and wellness expert and TV host Andi Lew.

To date, Andi has written a whopping nine books covering topics from holistic wellness to healthy dating. 

Recently recovering from Breast Implant Illness and an undetected rupture, she is now 100% organic and advocates a toxic-free lifestyle for her audience. 

This is an incredibly vulnerable and moving episode, Andi shares her personal story of trauma, child-hood abuse, rape and her journey through breast explant surgery and how she is feeling today. 

She is an Australian living in LA with her 13-year-old son in Beverly Hills.  

Andi is the host of the Well To Do podcast, follow her journey below

https://open.spotify.com/show/3sB1XiAwBLrkThUXu0IptK
Instagram: @andi.lew
Youtube: @andi.lew1

In this first episode we speak to the iconic burlesque performer Gina Stirling, who puts the 'G' in 'G Spot' and reveals herself as a radical, queer, self-loving act. 

Gina has been performing internationally in Burlesque, cabaret and musical theatre for over two decades. One of her career highlights was being voted into 21st Century Burlesques ‘Top 50 Most Influential Burlesque Figures’ in 2021 worldwide and headlining Perth International Burlesque Festival 2022.

As well as being a performer, Gina is a freelancer, dance teacher and mentor at Melbourne's leading School Maison Burlesque. She is extremely passionate about body confidence, sexual empowerment, compersion and seeing her students flourish through dance. Feast your eyes on this femme fatale as she allures you into her world of pleasure.

This episode was truly touching. We cover Gina's roots, the heartbreaking loss of her father at the age of 21, and what it was like being raised in a religious family from the UK. Gina speaks to her experience navigating her own evolution as a queer woman through performance and embodying an unapologetic attitude along the way. 

Gina is currently back in the UK touring, you can follow her journey on her Instagram account @theginastirling and her website www.theginastirling.com