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This fortnight, the girls are deep in interclub season, and apparently Renee’s definition of “I’m definitely not competing” is now “give me five minutes while I put my performance wear on.”

We kick things off with not one but two BJP interclubs, starting with our own club hosting an event where Renee had every intention of remaining safely on the sidelines. That lasted until she found herself changed, numbered and ready to go. Because of course she did.

Then it was off to Taree Great Lakes Physie, where Justine casually went and WON her section. Yes, FIRST PLACE. Which finally provides Renee with the hard evidence required to prove the argument she has been making all year: JUSTINE IS ACTUALLY GOOD AT PHYSIE. Jussy can no longer hide behind the Andy-to-Renee’s-Hamish narrative. We have receipts. And a first-place medal.

There’s also a little product review as the girls put Purty Underwear through the very scientific and highly prestigious That Physical Culture Podcast testing process. Thoughts are shared. Opinions are obviously had.

And then… APDA happened.

The girls head along to their first APDA event at the Central Coast Physie and Dance Interclub, and what an introduction it was. The atmosphere, the performances, the talent, the spectacle... we absolutely LOVED it.

However. There is a small matter we need to address.

You may recall us making some rather confident statements about BJP being the hardest code.

We would now like to formally revise those comments. 😂

After watching APDA competitors absolutely SEND IT on the floor, we have some thoughts. Some apologies. And quite possibly an entirely new understanding of what “hard” looks like.

Consider the record officially amended.

It’s interclub season, everyone’s competitive, Renee apparently can’t attend an event without entering it, Justine is out there WINNING things, and the girls have discovered yet another corner of physie to obsess over.

Just another completely normal fortnight at That Physical Culture Podcast. 💃🏆

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This fortnight on That Physical Culture Podcast, we’re flipping the script.

After countless episodes of Justine insisting she’s the Andy to Renee’s Hamish, we’ve decided it’s finally time to let her have the microphone… uninterrupted. (Well, mostly. Old habits die hard.)

This episode is all about getting to know the woman behind the one-liners, the media powerhouse, and the self-proclaimed sidekick. Renee puts Justine in the hot seat to chat about everything from her dream physie goals and what keeps her coming back year after year, to the parts of the sport she’d happily leave behind if she were handed the rule book.

The girls also dive into Justine’s honest thoughts on this wonderfully weird, wildly addictive sport we’ve all somehow become obsessed with. Expect plenty of laughs, a few surprises, and the usual amount of oversharing.

To wrap things up, we’ve got another Poddy Pick for the physie fam. This fortnight we’re shining a light on the incredible Back to the Mac – Fleetwood Mac Experience. If you’re a Fleetwood Mac fan (or simply appreciate brilliant live music), do yourself a favour and check them out.

Until next time… keep pointing those toes, recruiting your friends, and remember… it’s only a cult if you’re not in it. 💃

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Competition season is officially in full swing, so who better to help us navigate the unwritten rules of physie than the fabulous Nikki Gayner!

Nikki returns to the pod to chat all things competition etiquette – those little things that can make a huge difference to your own day and everyone else’s.

We cover:

• Why the time between heats is not the moment to dissect every mistake you think you made.
• Giving your fellow competitors a little grace (and sometimes a little space) when nerves are kicking in.
• The golden rule of comp day seating… your bags belong on the floor, not on the seats!
• How small acts of courtesy can make competition day run more smoothly for everyone.
• The difference between being friendly and knowing when someone just needs a quiet moment.
• Plenty of other little competition dos and don’ts that had us laughing along the way.

As always, Nikki brings plenty of wisdom, a healthy dose of common sense, and a few laughs as we tackle the social side of competition that nobody ever really teaches you.

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Nikki’s pick this week is a beauty favourite that’s survived countless competition days: Fenty Beauty Stunna Lip Paint in the shades Uncensored and Unlocked, available from Sephora. If you’re looking for a competition lip that stays put and photographs beautifully, Nikki reckons these are hard to beat.

Whether you’re stepping onto the floor for your very first ribbon competition or you’re a seasoned campaigner, this episode is packed with reminders that good etiquette helps everyone have a better day.

Pop your lippy on, leave your bag off the seats, and enjoy!

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No guest this week… which means absolutely nobody was keeping Justine and Renee in line.

With Ribbon Competition officially kicking off the season, the girls unpack the excitement, the nerves and the dawning realisation that competition season is no longer lurking on the horizon… it’s here. Renee shares her annual bout of chronic competition anxiety, while the pair chat through everything that comes with this time of year and why the Physie Train has officially left the station.

They also dive into Season 3 of America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, discussing the phenomenal institution the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders have become and why Netflix has the world completely hooked.

It’s also the inaugural Poddy Book Club, with Justine and Renee reviewing The Titanic Story of Evelyn by none other than honorary Physie Hall of Famer, Lady Lisa Wilkinson. Expect a healthy dose of Titanic history, a full-blown fan-girl moment from Renee, and somehow… another rant about the baffling incompetence of the less fair sex.

As always, there’s a Poddy Pick, with Justine shining a spotlight on the fabulous Star Wigs at Paddy’s Markets and Westfield Parramatta (plus online) for all your Physie Fame hair needs.

So buckle up. Competition season has arrived, Interclubs are charging towards us at alarming speed, and frankly… we’re not emotionally prepared.

All aboard. Spew.

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Justine is back in the studio (Renee's garage) after her whirlwind trip to San Francisco, and naturally, Renee has questions. Lots of questions. From driverless cars to American adventures, Jussy gives us the full download on her trip and why she highly rates traveling with out kids.

The girls also share their thoughts on the recent Kylie Minogue documentary and, in a shocking development to absolutely nobody, Renee does not hold back. Opinions are had. Reviews are given. Long live the Aussie Princess of Pop!

Then we get to the main event.

This week we’re joined by none other than the Marching Qween herself, Natalie Allan from Brisbane Water United Physie. If you’ve ever wondered how some people make marching look effortless while the rest of us are just trying not to run into each other, Nat is here to help.

Natalie takes us behind the scenes of one of physie’s most iconic disciplines, sharing what it takes to become a great marcher, the common mistakes people make, and why marching deserves far more respect than it often gets. 

We also dive into a whole range of physie topics, swap stories, have plenty of laughs, and inevitably end up down a few physie rabbit holes along the way.

As always, it’s informative, entertaining, and just a little bit chaotic.

And because Renee never misses an opportunity for a bargain, she also comes armed with a special offer from our friends at Instinctive Health. Listeners can receive 50% off the Instinctive Health Reset Program, Health Audit and the Teen Healthy Mind and Mind Program, when purchased before the end of the financial year using the code TCPC50.

March on, physie fam. 💃

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This week on That Physical Culture Podcast, Renee flies solo while Justine continues living her best holiday life in San Fran, but stepping into the co-host seat is someone more than qualified for the job.

Enter: physie’s very own Queen of Codes, Kia Morgan. She's not a double dipping diva, she's not even a triple threat, she's physie loco, baby!

Honestly, if there’s a physie association in Australia, chances are Kia’s done it. And this year? She’s casually taking on BJP, APDA, United and Burns all at once because apparently one syllabus simply isn’t enough.

Renee and Kia dive into how on earth she manages to fit it all in, how she methodically learns and separates the work for each code, and what makes each style so unique. 

We chat through her impressive accolades, her genuine love for physie in all its forms, and the deep respect she has for the sport across every association.

We also explore Kia’s incredible family connection to physie, from her Nanny to her mum Kelly, as well as her sister. For Kia, physie isn’t just a hobby — it’s part of her identity, her family history and her life.

And when we say this girl is an encyclopedia of physie information, we mean it. Whether it’s syllabus differences, competition culture, performance styles or physie history, Kia knows her stuff.

Safe to say this will not be her last appearance on the pod.

Enjoy Kia Morgan 💃

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This week on That Physical Culture Podcast, Renee is flying solo while Jussy lives her best holiday life in the US, and honestly… it's rone-ry! There’s a strange energy in the studio without her emotional support co-host, but the show must go on.

Renee talks through her latest “Physie Anywhere” photos, as well as the late-onset online banter with the BJP Powers-That-Be.

Then, in news that has sent Renee into a full-blown journalistic conniption, she reveals she’s made contact with none other than THE Lisa Wilkinson. Yes, that Lisa Wilkinson. Australian media royalty. Poise. Presentation. Power suits. The woman who basically raised half of us through breakfast television. To celebrate, the girls are launching a little Physie Book Club and reading Wilkinson’s incredible book, The Titantic Story of Evelyn, which took Wilkinson three years to complete.

Then we move into the main event: our chat with Jake from Bangor Georges River Physie in EP Physie. Or as we now know him, The Short King of the Physie Floor.

At just 12 years old, Jake is one of the very few boys doing physie in Australia, and honestly? He’s an absolute superstar. We chat about how he got started, what it’s like being a boy in a traditionally female sport, the support he’s received from his club and community, and his incredible success so far. Jake is funny, humble, determined and completely loveable, and by the end of the episode we had collectively decided he must be protected at all costs.

Long live the king 👑

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This week on That Physical Culture Podcast, the girls step into unfamiliar territory after being invited along to the very first intensive training session of the season with Tuggerah Lakes Edith Parsons Physie.

And let’s just say… it was an eye opener.

From the structure and training style to the intensity of the routines, Renee and Justine unpack the experience of seeing an EP Physie intensive up close and share their honest thoughts on what surprised them, what impressed them, and what left them quietly questioning their own fitness levels.

There are sore muscles. There are observations. There is respect. And there’s the realisation that physie girls across every code are truly built different.

Then in the second half of the episode, we talk through the hacks that were sent in by physie community. And honestly? The fam delivered.

From fake tan survival tips and safety pin strategies to performance wear fixes, hair hacks, emergency comp kit essentials and those oddly specific tricks only physie people understand, this episode is packed with the kind of elite insider knowledge that deserves to be passed down through generations.

Some hacks are genius. Some are mildly concerning. All are deeply physie.

If you’ve ever glued yourself into performance wear, panic-bought hairspray the night before a comp, or balanced a sausage sandwich and a spray tan at 7am, this one’s for you.

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This week on That Physical Culture Podcast, the girls are back with a full life and physie update… and things are, as always, slightly unhinged.

We kick things off with an injury update on Justine’s sprained kneecap — yes, apparently that’s a thing — and where she’s at with recovery (physically, emotionally, spiritually… all of it).

From there, we dive into some family developments, with Justine’s sister officially joining physie this year. A wholesome moment… slightly overshadowed by the fact that their mum has raised concerns about the language being thrown around and is now lobbying for a swear jar to be introduced.

Honestly? Fair.

We also meet the newest and arguably most important member of the podcast:

Stevo the Judgey Seagull. He’s observant. He’s critical. He’s seen things. And he will be weighing in accordingly.

To round things out, the girls chat all things BJP National Finals, what’s coming up, what to watch for, and what listeners can expect in the next couple of episodes as we head into a very big part of the physie calendar.

Injury updates, family chaos, unsolicited feedback from seagulls and a touch of Nationals hype.

Standard.

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This fortnight on That Physical Culture Podcast, the girls sit down with the incredibly talented Ash Mensforth, founder and creator of Avant Garde Method.

Ash brings a wealth of experience from her career as a professional dancer, and this conversation is packed with insight for anyone serious about improving their physie technique.

We dive into the big topics every physie girl thinks about (and occasionally stresses about):

turnout, leg lifts, strength, control… and how to actually train your body to support what you’re asking it to do.

Ash breaks down the mechanics behind movement in a way that makes sense, while also addressing one of the most important (and often overlooked) areas of physie — injury prevention. Because pushing your body is one thing… keeping it functioning is another.

We also chat through Ash’s journey as a professional dancer, what she’s learnt along the way, and how those experiences have shaped the way she now teaches and supports dancers through the Avant Garde Method.

It’s equal parts education, inspiration, and a gentle reality check on how we’re all treating our bodies.

If you’ve ever:

questioned your turnout, forced a leg lift that had no business being that high, or ignored a niggle hoping it would magically disappear… This episode is for you.

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