Steph & Laura

Latest Episodes:

Celebs admitting to their problematic diets Jun 11, 2023

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* TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses disordered eating. If you need support you can contact The Butterfly Foundation on 1800 ED HOPE *

In Steph & Laura's catch up today, they call out the very problematic admission from some celebrities that promotes toxic diet culture, and suggest what they can do differently instead.

Plus, it's apparent that women generally tend to have a much different approach to men in the workplace, and we hear some examples of how language can make a big difference in these scenarios.

We also hear some hilarious stories from you guys where you've blamed your partner for something when it was actually your fault.. or vice versa 🤭!

SPECIAL SHARES:

Laura: Platonic, series on Apple TV

Steph: Succession, series on Binge

Kic UPDATE:

We have just launched 2 new recipes into the Kic app! NOODLES! Level up your noodle game with our Sesame Chicken Noodle Bowl. Think tender chicken, a creamy sesame sauce, served over noodles! We have also created a vegetarian option too!

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Working through a sexless marriage & relationship issues after kids - KICBUMP with Leonie Akhidenor Jun 06, 2023

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Leonie is a mum of 2 toddlers, a podcast host, and a Relationship & Parenting Coach. Through the work she does with her own podcast 'Parenthood' speaking to mums and dads about all of the challenges parenthood brings, along with her work as a coach for many of these parents, she's gathered some extremely wise tips and advice on what to do when your relationship looks different to how it did pre-kids.

In today's KICBUMP episode, Leonie covers how to best communicate with your partner, why point scoring / tit for tat in a relationship can be problematic, how to better juggle the mental load that comes with parenting, how to celebrate the joys of parenting, what to do if you find yourself in a sexless marriage, why self care is so important and so much more.

Check out Leonie's podcast 'Parenthood' here.

Hear Steph & her husband Josh's episode on the 'Dr Golly and the Experts' podcast here.

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Okay, enough poo chat already!! Jun 04, 2023

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In Steph & Laura's catch up today, okay MAYBE things get a little gross once again... but we PROMISE this is the last time we discuss poo for a while! Just when you thought Laura's shockingly gross admission the other day was bad, it somehow gets worse! The question is, is there anybody at all out there who does the same thing as her? We find out in today's episode.

We also hear from a listener who wants some advice about dealing with trolls on social media, plus Steph's husband Josh blamed her for something that was undoubtedly his fault... but we've all done this to some degree 😂.

SPECIAL SHARES:

Laura – Magic Mike’s Last Dance, film on Apple TV

Steph – The Good Nurse, film on Netflix

Kic UPDATE:

Our Halfway Hustle Challenge starts today! Enrolments in the Kic app are still open, so if you've been thinking about joining, you still have time! The challenge goes for 6 weeks, and there are 3 ways to hustle. Pilates with Kika, Strength with Danny OR you can choose the Ultimate Hustle - Strength + Pilates, combined.

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Dating men vs women & exploring your sexuality, with Maria Thattil May 30, 2023

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Maria Thattil joins us for the second time on KICPOD (listen to her first ep here) and this time things get juicy!

Maria is many things - an opinion writer, speaker, TV personality, diversity activist, digital creator, and former Miss Universe Australia. But above all else, she is 100% unapologetically herself, and paves the way for so many young people to feel comfortable and confident to explore their own identity.

After being crowned Miss Universe Australia in 2020, she spent some time in the African jungle on I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here where she came out as bisexual on national television. A year and a half on, Maria isn't afraid to share the intimate and personal details of her sex life - and today's episode is no exception! So what is the difference between dating men vs dating women? How did she even know what to do the first time? And what does she say to certain homophobic family members who hear her speak so openly about these topics? All is revealed in this ep, along with so many take away moments.

Be sure to check out Maria's book 'Unbounded', and her recent episode on the Audible podcast Power Talks.

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Steph's mum makes us all cry ❤️ May 28, 2023

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In Steph & Laura's catch up today, they revisit something from a few weeks ago where Steph opened up about an insecurity that stemmed from childhood. We hear from Steph's mum about how this made her feel as a parent listening to that episode, and she shares some really beautiful words that got us all emotional.

Plus, we open our Kicmail which includes some cheesy pick up lines and what "good evening" and "good night" really means!

SPECIAL SHARES:

Laura – The Daily Aus; bite size daily news podcast
Steph – Bared Footware; slippers

Kic UPDATE:

Sign ups to our Halfway Hustle Challenge are now open! If you’ve got the Kic app you can sign up now and choose your challenge - Pilates with Kika or Strength with Danny - 18 workouts over 6 weeks, or go for the ULTIMATE hustle with a Strength & Pilates combo hitting 30 workouts over 6 weeks.

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Raising your child to be empowered by their disability - KICBUMP with Hannah Vasicek May 23, 2023

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* TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses abortion. For support, contact Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 *

If you've been a KICPOD listener for a while, you may have heard the unbelievable story of two sisters Rachel & Hannah who escaped attempted human trafficking back in 2016. In today's KICBUMP episode, Hannah shares her incredible story of how her frightening pregnancy diagnoses ended up giving her the beautiful gift of her now 3 year old daughter Vienna.

During her pregnancy, Hannah's baby was diagnosed with Amniotic Band Sydnrome, and despite doctors suggesting multiple times that she shouldn't follow through with the pregnancy, Hannah stuck to what she knew was right. In this episode, she speaks about what it was like hearing the news that her baby would be born without her right arm, how she came to the decision to go ahead with her pregnancy, and how she wants to raise her daughter to feel empowered rather than limited by her disability.

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Laura's SHOCKING admission + Steph ghosted Leo DiCaprio!!! May 21, 2023

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Not even kidding - Steph Claire Smith IGNORED Leonardo DiCaprio's text when he asked her out! That's not how a hall pass works, Steph!

In our catch up today, find out when/what/where/how this happened, plus find out the CRAZY thing Laura does that she thinks is normal. Hint: it's disgusting 🤢

Also in today's episode, we have a D&M about what to do when your friends are all having kids but you choose not to - how do you maintain the friendship?

SPECIAL SHARES:

Steph – Ancient Apocalypse, Netflix film
Laura – Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter, foundation available at MECCA

KIC UPDATE:

Join our 'Kic Halfway Hustle' mid year challenge! 6 weeks, 3 challenges, choose your hustle out of: Strength by Danny (lower body focus), Pilates by Kika (full body focus) or if you’re up for the ULTIMATE Hustle, strength and pilates with Danny & Kika! Challenge sign ups open next Monday 29th of May.

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Steph confronts Toni Lodge May 16, 2023

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You may know the bloody hilarious and wonderful Toni Lodge from being one half of the hugely successful 'Toni & Ryan' podcast. She joins us on today's episode of KICPOD to not only make us nearly wee our pants with laughter, but also to share some incredible wisdom and life lessons she has learnt.

We speak with Toni about why listening is sometimes better than fixing a problem, why honesty can get you so much further in life than people pleasing, and how to speak to someone who is grieving... but then we also speak to her about arguably just as important stuff like lasering your pubes, semen flavoured lipgloss and the extremely offensive Harry Potter sorting hat Toni gave Steph! And oh boy she wasn't happy.

If you'd like more of Toni Lodge, check out her book 'I Don't Need Therapy', and of course her amazing podcast 'Toni & Ryan' on Spotify.

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Big news for Kic!! May 14, 2023

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If you've been following us on socials, you may already be aware of this hugely exciting news for Kic - otherwise you're about to find out all the details in today's episode!

Also, Steph had a moment where she was made to feel... wait for it.. YOUNG! Usually it's the opposite when you're approaching 30! Plus, Laura tells a wild story from her modelling days that was quite terrifying.

SPECIAL SHARES:

Steph – The Late Late Show with James Corden - final episode
Laura – Wild, film with Reese Witherspoon

Kic UPDATES:

Tomorrow, from 8am, in partnership with the Butterfly Foundation, we’re launching a limited edition merchandise store to wear your support, where 100% of the profits from T-shirt sales will go towards The Butterfly Foundation. If you would prefer to donate without purchasing a t-shirt, this week we will also match all donations made up to $10,000 AUD via this specific link.

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"An Autism diagnoses is not devastating" - KICBUMP with Em Rusciano May 09, 2023

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Em Rusciano wears just about every hat - she's a comedian, podcast host, writer, TV presenter, singer and former radio host, but on top of all of that she's also a mum of 3. All of her children happen to be neurodiverse, and she herself was recently diagnosed with ADHD and Autism.

Em has shockingly faced public criticism for opening up about her diagnosis, with people claiming that it's for attention. In today's episode, we discuss why this is ludicrous and why we should be normalising the topic, helping mums of neurodiverse children feel more supported and also feel more comfortable getting tested themselves.

For more of Em Rusciano, check out her podcast Emsolation.

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