A raw and honest end-of-year conversation reflecting on everything 2025 asked of us.

In this final episode for the year, Jess and Kat sit down for an unfiltered chat about the highs, the heartbreaks, and the behind-the-scenes reality of the year that was.

We speak openly about Jess’ battle with anxiety, the moments we felt completely overwhelmed, and the times we genuinely questioned whether we could keep going. We reflect on launching not one but two brands, the pressure that came with it, the pinch-me moments, and the lessons that only come from doing hard things in real time. This episode is about growth, boundaries, resilience, and what it really takes to build something meaningful while navigating your own health and nervous system.

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This week we sit down with fitness trainer and psychology graduate Britt McNabb, known online as @mindbody.britt, for a powerful conversation on healing your relationship with movement and the body you call home.

Britt shares her own 40kg weight loss journey and how it shaped the unique mind body approach she uses with women today. Her work blends nervous system education, fitness, and deep self compassion to help women create lasting change without punishment or shame.

In this episode we talk about the bridge between mind and body, what real self love looks like beyond aesthetics, how to rebuild trust with yourself, and the emotional reality of learning to appreciate a changing body. It is wise, raw, grounding, and deeply supportive for anyone who has ever felt stuck in their health journey.

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This week we sit down with Elbee to talk about the health changes that arrived after birth and the journey to finally being taken seriously.

Elbee is a beauty, lifestyle and parenting creator who was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis postpartum, later undergoing endometriosis surgery in 2023 and facing unexpected complications with the Mirena.

We speak about the early signs that something was not right, the emotional toll of managing chronic illness while parenting, and how her relationship with her body shifted through weight changes and recovery. Elbee shares what helped her advocate for herself, what she wishes more women were told after birth, and how she is learning to trust her body again. This is a gentle and honest conversation for anyone moving through symptoms that feel dismissed or unexplained.

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We sit down with the incredible Jess Thompson, who was diagnosed with bowel cancer at just 26 years old. What started as a gut feeling that something wasn’t right led to a diagnosis that gave her only one to two years to live.

Jess walks us through her journey, the symptoms she pushed for answers on, navigating a healthcare system that didn’t always take her seriously, going through chemo and major surgery, and what it felt like to stare death in the face. She shares the moment she was told she was in remission and how that changed her relationship with her body, her priorities, and her sense of purpose.

But Jess’s story doesn’t end there. Shortly after celebrating being cancer free, her partner was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour. She opens up about how they processed this together, what resilience looks like now, and the lessons she carries forward every day.

This conversation is raw, grounding, and full of courage.
It’s a reminder that listening to your body can save your life, and that even in the darkest moments, there can still be light.

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A real, honest conversation about anxiety, panic attacks, and the overwhelming moments so many of us quietly carry.

This week we’re joined by Dr Victoria Thompson, clinical psychologist, to dive deep into anxiety in all its forms.

Jess opens up about her own recent experience with anxiety and panic attacks, sharing what those moments have actually looked and felt like behind the scenes. Together, we unpack what anxiety really is, how to recognise when it’s becoming unmanageable, why panic attacks happen, and how health anxiety shows up, especially for women navigating chronic symptoms or complex health journeys.

We also explore the link between women’s health conditions and anxiety, and the practical tools that can help you come back to safety, calm, and self-trust.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, spiralled into fear, or wondered “is this normal?”, this episode will feel like a breath out.

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This week we are joined by Laura Henshaw, co-founder of Kic.

In this conversation, Laura opens up about her experience with painful periods, navigating pregnancy & her decision to have children, and how her relationship with cycle syncing has evolved over time. We also dive into the cultural moment of GLP1s, SkinnyTok, comparison culture and the pressure to change or control our bodies in order to fit in.

Laura shares what has helped her stay connected to herself, soften self judgment, and find confidence in a changing body. This is an honest, spacious and deeply human chat about identity, womanhood and coming home to your body.

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This week on The Cyclist, we sit down with Daisy Dagg for one of the most open and powerful conversations we’ve had yet.

Daisy shares her story starting from her cervical cancer diagnosis in her early years, through the confusing and painful journey that eventually led to her vulvodynia diagnosis. She opens up about what it’s really like to live with chronic pelvic pain, from how it affects intimacy and relationships, to the emotional toll of constantly being dismissed.

We then talk about her experience with endometriosis and the decision to have a hysterectomy, diving into the mix of grief, relief, and hope that can come with it.

This is an honest, brave, and necessary conversation about the realities of living in a body that’s constantly in pain, and finding a voice through it all.

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What does it take to perform at the top of your game when your body doesn’t always play ball?

This week, we’re joined by Jess Kerr, New Zealand cricketer, to talk about living and performing with type 1 diabetes, navigating endometriosis surgeries, and being diagnosed with Bell’s Palsy.

Jess shares how she manages blood sugar, recovery, and energy on and off the field, what it’s really like to push through chronic pain as an elite athlete, and how she’s learnt to listen to her body instead of fight against it.

It’s an honest conversation about resilience, identity, and redefining strength when your health throws you a curveball.

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From PCOS to the pill - we’re diving into the topics that TikTok loves to oversimplify.

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Sara Widdowson, dietitian and founder of Your Monthly, to unpack the real science (and the real-life experience) behind PCOS, hormone balance, and contraception.

We tackle the big questions:
✨ What actually is PCOS - and can you cure it?
✨ Why do so many TikTok “hormone hacks” miss the mark?
✨ How can you best support your body when coming on or off the pill?

This one’s for anyone who’s ever been confused, overwhelmed, or misled by the noise online. Sara helps us bring it back to evidence, empathy, and what’s actually within your control.

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Today Jess sits down in Sydney with longtime friend and running legend Lydia O’Donnell, co-founder of Femmi and Nike Run Club Head Coach for the Pacific.

Lydia shares how shifting from “how I look” to “what my body can do” changed everything, including her performance. She opens up about RED-S, losing and regaining her period, and how cycle-aware training and proper fueling helped her rebuild strength and smash PBs. You’ll hear the story behind Femmi, why women aren’t “small men” in sport, the power of male allies, and Lydia’s advice to younger athletes on patience, confidence, and learning your body.

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