Steph & Laura

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Steph reads an excerpt from her teenage diary Dec 04, 2022

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In today's catch up with Steph & Laura, we get a peek into what teenage Steph was like, after she dug up one of her old diaries in something called a "Josh Box".

We also hear about some of the world's worst wedding speeches after Laura shares one shocker that she witnessed, plus we find out how Steph's husband Josh likes to destress... which is the opposite of what she does!

SPECIAL SHARES:

Steph - WTF with The Five Love Languages, episode of We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle

Laura - There's No Place Like Home podcast by Future Women, and Tarang Chawla's KICPOD episode 'The Raw Reality of Domestic Abuse and Family Violence'

KIC UPDATE:
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A cancer diagnosis 3 months after giving birth – KICBUMP, with Kellie Gardner Nov 29, 2022

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Kellie Gardner was living her best life with her partner, AFL player Jeremy Finlayson, falling pregnant and giving birth to their beautiful baby girl Sophia in August last year. Then, when Sophia was just 3 months old, Kellie was diagnosed with stage 3 Colorectal Cancer, which she later found out was actually stage 4.

After spending a large amount of Sophia’s life in hospital, Kellie wants to warn other mums and women to listen to their bodies and get checked if anything doesn’t seem right.

We’re so grateful for Kellie coming on to tell her story, and are glad to hear she’s now doing well. To hear more about her story and follow her motherhood journey, check out @kelliegardner__ on Instagram.

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Should Laura's husband Dalton apologise for this? Nov 27, 2022

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In Steph & Laura’s catch up today, Laura learns that she’s not the only clumsy one out there; in fact many of you have had your fair share of very clumsy moments!

We also hear another very sticky D&M someone sent in where they need advice about a hens party dilemma – what would you do if this happened in your friendship group? Plus, when your partner says they’re sorry but don’t sound sorry enough, how do you make them say sorry for their insincere sorry? We find a way!

SPECIAL SHARES:

Steph – The White Lotus, TV series on Binge

Laura – Eye2Eye Eye Shadow, by Trinny London

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“Um, boys at the back!!” TikTok star Millie Ford on her creative process Nov 22, 2022

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Our KICPOD guest today makes us laugh every night when we’re scrolling through TikTok, and we’re sure her 1.4M followers would agree! Millie Ford is best known for her viral videos imitating different Aussie characters such as the high school teacher, the mum of teenagers, the JB Hi-Fi shop assistant and a heap more.

In today’s ep, Millie shares with us how her TikTok career all came about, what her creative process is, how she navigates the pressure to always live up to the last video, and even gives us an improv performance as one of her most-loved characters!

For more of Millie’s content, follow her on TikTok @millie and check out her podcast “Out Of Character with Millie”.

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What not to buy someone for Xmas! Nov 20, 2022

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In Steph & Laura’s catch up today, they discuss some of the WORST gifts they’ve ever received, and we hear some absolute shockers you guys have gotten too!

Plus, Steph has a big life update to do with her living situation.. something she never thought she’d have to do again in her life!

SPECIAL SHARES:

Steph - Don’t Worry Darling, film with Harry Styles

Laura – Quote from Brené Brown’s book Dare to Lead - “If you are not in the arena getting your ass kicked on occasion, I’m not interested in or open to your feedback. There are a million cheap seats in the world today filled with people who will never be brave with their lives but who will spend every ounce of energy they have hurling advice and judgment at those who dare greatly. Their only contributions are criticism, cynicism, and fear-mongering. If you’re criticising from a place where you’re not also putting yourself on the line, I’m not interested in what you have to say.”

KIC UPDATE:

Stay tuned for KIC's Black Friday sale going live this Thursday 24 November via Instagram @keepitcleaner or via the website www.keepitcleaner.com

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Choosing to be a solo parent - KICBUMP with Fifi Box Nov 15, 2022

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Well known radio and TV presenter Fifi Box has had quite a unique parenting journey; raising both of her daughters on her own, and choosing to have her second daughter through IVF with a sperm donor.

Fifi shares her story and speaks about the ways she balances motherhood with her successful radio career, and how she's raising her daughters to embrace the fun in life and not focus too much on appearance. She also lets us know what her kids think of the two children's books she has published!

We hope this episode inspires others to trust that they can have a fulfilled life with a beautiful family without the need of a partner, and we also hope that you love her book Posey Pearl is a Curious Girl as much as we do!

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One question you should NEVER ask! Nov 13, 2022

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In Steph & Laura's catch up today, the girls explain how there's a particular question they constantly get asked (along with so many other women) that needs to stop, and for very good reason! They also address the relentless trolls that have targeted them over the years, finding a way to both make a bit of light out of it but at the same time sending an important message.

We also hear about the NIGHTMARE in-laws stories you guys sent in which sound cringe worthy for you, but are hilarious for the rest of us!

SPECIAL SHARES:

Steph - Shameless Scandal series - Mary-Kate and Ashley 2 part series

Laura: Bosch & Rockit, 2022 film

KIC UPDATE:

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Even with terminal cancer, there is ‘No Finish Line’ for Johnny Ruffo Nov 08, 2022

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He burst onto the scene when he was a favourite on The X Factor back in 2011, then followed up with a hugely successful career including starring on Home & Away, winning Dancing With the Stars, and supporting One Direction and Backstreet Boys on tour. Then sadly in 2017, Johnny Ruffo was diagnosed with brain cancer which he has since been told is terminal.

Johnny has an incredible outlook on life, and an even more incredible sense of humour! You’ll laugh more times throughout this episode than you can count, whilst also being reminded why it’s important to cherish life and to not sweat the small stuff.

If someone you know is suffering from any kind of illness, whether it be cancer, depression or something else, Johnny offers his advice on how you can be there for your loved one in a time like this. He has just released his book ‘No Finish Line’, and explains why for him, there is no such thing as a finish line and why he will keep on fighting.

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Our body counts revealed! 🤭 Tabloid websites, eat your heart out. Nov 06, 2022

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In Steph & Laura's catch up today, we find out from Mamamia the real statistics of how often people are doing the deed (as opposed to what they tell you), we get an update on how things are for Steph & her husband Josh now that it's been 2 months since their intimacy challenge, and we learn what Steph & Laura's body count is 🤭!

Plus, we hear some wild stories of what people have witnessed on planes, and we get to the bottom of whether 'man flu' is actually a real thing.. ie are men biologically more affected by cold/flu symptoms than women?

SPECIAL SHARES:

Steph: Taylor Swifts new album 'Midnights'

Laura: Under The Gloss podcast episode with Trinny Woodall

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Coming out, surrogacy, and letting your child feel accepted – KICBUMP with Sean Szeps Nov 01, 2022

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Proud gay dad of twins Sean Szeps opens up in today’s KICBUMP episode about what it’s like constantly having to come out to people, and how it felt growing up with amazing, supportive and loving parents, yet still feeling like he was somewhat broken due to his sexuality. He gives his wonderful advice to every parent on how to help their child feel accepted no matter what, and also shares his experience bringing his twins into the world via surrogacy.

For more of Sean, check out his podcast Come Out Wherever You Are.

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