The Brunch Files

On the menu today we talk all about the things we can do to be the best friends we can be. We know we all fall short sometimes, so we sat down and had a good think and a good chat about those little big things we can do day to day to be a better friend. Head over to our Instagram and let us know what we missed 😚🙏🏼

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On the menu today we’re talking all about the worst (and best) things about being a woman. We cover everything from periods, to clothing with inadequate pockets, to beauty standards, the patriarchy and so much more. We loved this chat and hope you enjoy it to!

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On the menu this week we chat to Justine Woollard about her decision not to have kids. We discuss people’s reactions to women who choose the child-free life, the impact on friendships when babies come into the picture, and how we should all just be having more open conversations with each other.

Follow Justine: @justinewoollard

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On the menu today we chat with Katherine McGreevy, the creative heart behind her makers brand Rainbows & Rivers. We talk to Kath about her passion for her art, what led her to start sharing it with the world, overcoming self doubt and so much more.

Kath also shares some wise words about overcoming the fear to try something new and the joy that is found in just giving things a go, not because you expect to be great at it, but because you simply want to do it!

Follow Rainbows & Rivers on Instagram @rainbowsandrivers_

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On the menu today we’re talking all about dating! It’s so easy in well-established, long term relationships to let going on dates fall by the wayside. But, there is something to be said for going on regular dates, not only for fun but for the health and happiness of your relationship.

We didn’t just talk romantic relationships either we also chat about ideas for friend dates and even solo dates to!

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On the menu today we've taken a listener request - advice we'd give our younger selves/people in their 20s.

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Links and resources we mention in today’s episode:

1. Girls That Invest - Simran Kaur

2. Don't Stress, Just Invest - Bryce Leske, Alec Renehan

3. Get Started Investing podcast

4. This Is Money podcast

On the menu today we are serving up something a little bit different. This is the first in a mini-collab series we are doing with Legacy Pilates and Strength. We’re so excited to have Andi back on the pod with us to talk all about fear, procrastination and the things that get in the way of us doing what we want to do.

Give Andi and Legacy some love on socials: @Andi.hatten and @legacy.pilates or visit the website: https://www.legacypilates.com.au/

Listen to our first episode with Andi: https://open.spotify.com/episode/66O6jwATADSj88bfbluxjg?si=1_W-zZdbQ3C3G5Q5sHRXbA

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On the menu today, we chat with Aaron Parry, also known as Paz.

When his ADF career was cut short due to a training accident, Paz found himself battling debilitating depression. One year on and he’s thriving, running a successful business, hosting his own podcast and helping others overcome challenges and speak openly about mental health. We talk to him about his journey so far, along with how he tackles proclivity, self discipline and motivation.

*Content warning: in this episode we speak about mental health challenges, including suicide. If this could be upsetting for you, please feel free to skip this episode and join us in the next one.

Show Paz your support!

Listen to Thriving in Chaos: https://open.spotify.com/show/3T7MXoxJpcggQTo0ebwHfL?si=9L_qUkJ3Q0qJOBOA-pgR5w

Connect with Paz on Instagram: @paz_officialpage

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On the menu today, and given we’re counting down to international women’s day, we though what better time to discus some big topics including the mental load and the gender pay gap!

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Links and resources we mention in today’s episode:

1. Gender pay gap: https://www.wgea.gov.au/newsroom/employer-gender-pay-gaps-published-first-time-Media-release
2. Women’s equality Australia: https://ministers.pmc.gov.au/gallagher/2023/albanese-government-report-annually-womens-equality-australia#:~:text=Women%20do%20more%20unpaid%20housework,the%20global%20average%20(21%25).
3. The mental load: https://www.mustela.com.au/en/mustela-mag/sharing-mental-burden-parenting-tips-less-stressful-days#:~:text=While%20many%20men%20are%20involved,compared%20with%2035%25%20of%20men.
4. UN Women IWD: https://unwomen.org.au/get-involved/international-womens-day/

On the menu today, we are talking all things rest, recovery and self care. We talk through our tips and tricks for practicing and prioritising self care and we’re reminded that we most definitely need to take our own advice!

We hope you enjoy and we want to hear all of your self care hacks to, so head on over to our socials and share your thoughts!

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