This Is Awkward

This Is Awkward

By Lyanne Nicholl & Kristy MacleodAlternative HealthHealth & FitnessEducationSelf-ImprovementHow To
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This Is Awkward episodes

  • Talking about Infertility and IVF
    In this episode, Lyanne and Kristy are lucky enough to snag a chat with infertility and IVF expert, Emma Haslett. Emma is a journalist and has also co-created a book and a podcast - both called 'Big Fat Negative' - about the trials and tribulations of trying to conceive. Emma has recently had her second baby (via IVF) and talks all things ttc and taboo with the hosts. They cover everything from compassionate friends to victim-blaming relatives, male infertility to social media's influence. Go gently if you're in the throes of your own infertility journey but this episode has wise words that everyone can benefit from.

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    42 min
  • Addressing Gender Inequality
    In this episode, Lyanne and Kristy talk with gender equality activist and author, Gina Martin. Gina's new book 'No Offence, But...' tackles some of the commonly used phrases that shut down proper debate and critical thinking when it comes to gender 'norms' and provides readers with the tools to gently challenge old tropes. This episode is all killer, no filler as Gina covers a wide range of issues and problematic language, as well as where she feels she has failed in the past and her current inspiration. If you have ever felt cowed into silence at a dinner table, or in a boardroom, when subjected to sexist remarks - give this one a listen. Likewise, if your'e an ally and/or you are interested in equality and intersectional feminism - put your feet up and get your lugholes around this.. Enjoy.

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    1 hr 2 min
  • Awkward Conversations with your GP
    Many of us having had awkward, embarassing or difficult appointments with our GP and many of us avoid appointments altogether. Kristy and Lyanne chat with Dr Eloise Elphinstone about how to prepare for these appointments to minimise awkwardness, maximise time and get the outcome you're looking for. Your health is your wealth and putting off these appointments not only has a detrimental effect on your health but can also end up adding to the strain on the health service in the long run. So if you have a lump, bump, itch, or are feeling particularly blue, have a listen and get yourself well prepped to boss your next GP appointment.

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    56 min
  • Difficult Conversations at Work

    Join Kristy and Lyanne as they quiz Cate Sevilla, author of How To Work Without Losing Your Mind, on tricky work chats. From pay-rise panic to water-cooler wincing, we cover the conversations that can cause us to get hot under the collar in all the wrong ways. Cate is a font of knowledge and wisdom, after years working at some of the biggest companies in the world - at both ends of the power dynamic.


    From socially 'ick' awkwardness to downright distress, we cover it all - so, if you're struggling at work at the moment, take 5 (or 45) and we hope this episode will equip you with some tools to use in your workplace.





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    50 min
  • Teaser

    Ever feel like you put your foot in your mouth more often than a contortionist? Or worse, say nothing at all when confronted with tricky subjects? Fear not, ‘This Is Awkward – How to have difficult conversations’ is a brand-new podcast, dedicated to tackling life’s most awkward conversations.


    Led by hosts author Lyanne Nicholl and Kristy MacLeod, each episode focuses on a stand-alone topic and features a special guest who is on hand to offer their unique professional insight and experience.


    Subjects range from how to broach an embarrassing problem with your GP, how to navigate awkward conversations in the workplace, through to speaking to your partner about money, or tackling taboo subjects such as miscarriage and infertility, plus much more.


    Launching 12th July

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    2 min

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Ever feel like you put your foot in your mouth more often than a contortionist? Or worse, say nothing at all when confronted with tricky subjects? Fear not, ‘This Is Awkward – How to have difficult…