Extra Healthy-ish

A Peloton instructor on how she resets for a new year

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Extra Healthy-ish Year! Peloton instructor and PT Emma Lovewell joins us from London to share how she is reflecting and resetting for 2024, ...

Dopamine fasts & other break-your-tech-habit tips

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Extra Healthy-ish Year! We’re joined by habit expert and dietician Dr Gina Cleo to discuss how to break your tech and social media habits,...

Jess Sepel gets brutally honest about her perfectionism

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Extra Healthy-ish Year! Nutritionist and wellness entrepreneur Jessica Sepel shares the lessons she’s learnt in business - and life - in t...

Your 2024 health & happiness horoscope

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Extra Healthy-ish Year! Astrologer, meditation teacher and author Emma Vidgen shares her 2024 predictions for every star sign and how to use...

The 3-step approach for a fitness transformation

09 Jan 2024

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Happy New Extra Healthy-ish Year! Fitness entrepreneur and influencer Zac Perna was a “chubby kid” who changed his outlook and transformed his lif...

kikki.K founder on creating your dream life

08 Jan 2024

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Happy New Extra Healthy-ish Year! Are you living your dream life? kikki.K and Dream Life founder, and author Kristina Karlsson shares how to identify ...

Celeb chef Dan Churchill on new year nutrition for people who love food

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Extra Healthy-ish Year! On this ep, we’re joined by celebrity chef Dan Churchill who discusses his health and nutrition goals - how they’...

Best of 2023: Deepak Chopra’s manifesto for living a healthy-ish life

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To kickstart the new year, we’re dropping the top episodes of 2023. Before his trip to Australia last year, spiritual leader and NYT bestselling aut...

Best of 2023: A refresher on fast, healthy keto

02 Jan 2024

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To kickstart the new year, we’re dropping the top episodes of 2023. GP and author Dr Clare Bailey (FYI: she’s the wife of Dr Michael Mosley) discu...

Best of 2023: Overcome gymtimidation & find confidence in fitness

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To kickstart the new year, we’re dropping the top episodes of 2023. Do you suffer gymtimidation? Accredited sports nutritionist and PT Chontel Dunca...

Best of 2023: The KIC duo on body acceptance & truths

31 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To kickstart the new year, we’re dropping the top episodes of 2023. KIC’s Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw chatted about their new book, body ...

Best of 2023: Chantelle Otten on common sex therapy Qs

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To finish the year on an Extra Healthy-ish high, we’re dropping the top episodes of 2023. Award-winning sexologist and author Chantelle Otten discus...

Best of 2023: Lessons from the world’s healthiest people

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To finish the year on an Extra Healthy-ish high, we’re dropping the top episodes of 2023. Dan Buettner is the guy behind the Netflix show Live to 10...

Best of 2023: Tiff Hall on if #cheatdays actually work

25 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To finish the year on an Extra Healthy-ish high, we’re bringing you the top episodes of the year. Fitness entrepreneur and podcast host Tiffiny Hall...

Best of 2023: How Teresa Palmer finds "balance"

24 Dec 2023

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To finish the year on an Extra Healthy-ish high, we’re dropping the top episodes of 2023. Actor, author, podcaster Teresa Palmer opens up about bala...

How Bernadette Fahey built a cult pilates brand - fast

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

So, what does it take to build a cult pilates brand in a very short amount of time? Grit, hardwork and risks, says Body By Berner’s Bernadette Fahey...

Joey Fry's inspiring story of overcoming crippling loneliness

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The WHO recently declared loneliness a global health priority. At age 23 on Christmas Eve, Joey Fry felt so alone that he attempted to take his life a...

Sleep hygiene in summer & TikTok’s 10-3-2-1-0 sleep routine

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How’s your sleep right now? The festive season and holidays can affect the quantity and quality of our shut-eye. Sleep expert and author Olivia Arez...

Chris Hemsworth’s PT talks holiday training plans

17 Dec 2023

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Chris Hemsworth’s trainer and best mate Luke Zocchi chats about how to keep your fitness over the festive season and shares what he’s learnt while...

Isabel Lucas on finding courage to stand firm in your beliefs

13 Dec 2023

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Actress and environmentalist Isabel Lucas discusses her deep connection with nature, how she stays aligned with her "essence" (true self), her love of...

Hangovers: the science, remedies & quick-ish fixes

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Psychiatrist and author Dr Kieran Kennedy discusses all things hangovers: from what’s happening in the body and mind, to best recovery tips, why we ...

Dealing with the abundance of pesky people at Xmas

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The holiday season can bring out the best and worst in people. Holistic leadership coach Amelia Kruse discusses how to navigate all those tricky situa...

Is your current ‘health routine’ doing more harm than good?

10 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You might have your non-negotiables sorted, but have you wondered if they’re doing more harm than good? Nutritionist Edwina Ekins discusses how to t...

Felicity Palmateer on what it takes to be a big wave surfer

06 Dec 2023

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Big wave surfer Felicity Palmateer shares what it takes to ride those monstrous waves - from her fitness regime, to nutrition, breathwork and mindset....

Is your mental load peaking? This will help...

05 Dec 2023

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Is your mental load out of control? You’re not alone. Tech entrepreneur and mum of three Kate Morgan discusses the mental load, her learnings and ho...

Everyday habits that secretly mess with your hormones

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hormones are having their moment on social media. Nutritionist and TV presenter Zoe Bingley-Pullin discusses all things hormones - from the ideal diet...

Anna Robards’ relatable approach to wellness (in life & pregnancy)

03 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Media personality Anna Robards (nee Heinrich) discusses her approach to wellness - how it’s changed over the years and what it looks like today now ...

How to navigate a sleep divorce (& stay together)

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re not getting enough sleep because of your bed-buddy's habits, is a sleep divorce the answer? Sex and relationship therapist Christine Rafe ...

Eat & drink your way to a healthier gut

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard of the gut-brain-immune axis? Well, dietitian and scientist Dr Flavia Fayet-Moore talks through the latest gut science, symptoms of an ...

BFT founder Cameron Falloon’s very best tips to up your fitness game

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Cameron Falloon has spent a fair bit of time in the fitness industry, both as a PT to Princess Diana and today, he's the founder of Body Fit Training....

Nedd Brockmann is one big open book of inspiration (a must-listen!)

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ultra-endurance runner and sparky Nedd Brockmann opens about resilience, mindset and how to be okay when you’re feeling very damn uncomfortable - a ...

Why everyone is talking about VO2 max (& how to improve it)

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Oh cardio, long live the days of steppers, leg warmers and fluro leotards - today, it’s all about strength training. On this ep, Australian Institut...

A psychic medium will help reignite your intuition

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

So, we all know intuition is a gut feeling but how can we better listen to it on the reg (er, & not ignoring it)? Melbourne-based psychic medium J...

So, what is a balanced diet anyway?

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Clare Collins AO is a Laureate Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Newcastle and discusses the components of a balanced diet, wh...

Brooke Blurton on solitude, self-awareness & filling her cup

19 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Media personality and youth worker Brooke Blurton discusses what good mental health means to her, how she recognises when she needs time-out, and the ...

The wonder of mindful sex & how to actually go about it

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mindful sex is more than just sex, it’s about curiosity and taking into what brings you pleasure. Certified sex coach Georgia Grace discusses how to...

Author Julia Baird on the life-changing power of grace

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

International bestselling author and journalist Julia Baird unpacks the concept of grace - how it’s showed-up in her life, how to nurture it in your...

How to cook simply, save money & max nutrients

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Healthy Chef Teresa Cutter shares her simple secrets to cooking simply (bonus: less stress), while saving money and maxing nutrients. WANT MORE FR...

Pip Edwards on health, wellness & everything in between

12 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

P.E Nation founder Pip Edwards joins host Felicity Harley to discuss her life-long approach to health and wellness, perimenopause and the tribe who he...

AFL star Trent Cotchin’s 4 rules for being a good human

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Three AFL premierships, a Brownlow and a super-successful career… AFL superstar Trent Cotchin shares the four rules that have helped him succeed in ...

Toxic workplaces & psychopath bosses: how to survive…

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, there are psychopaths in every workplace. Best-selling author and researcher David Gillespie discusses how to deal with them while also protectin...

Everything to know about inflammation (from red meat to symptoms to celebs)

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This ep is a must-listen for everyone who cares about long-term health. Advanced accredited practising dietician Professor Lauren Ball from The Unive...

How to embrace your snail girl era

05 Nov 2023

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Move over girl boss, we’re now embracing the snail girl. Associate Professor Dr Lena Wang from RMIT University discusses the slowing down trend, how...

People, we need to talk about all the stress right now

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If everything is feeling awful - the world, life, your mental load - the advice from clinical psychologist and researcher Dr Alissa Knight will help. ...

How Jade May navigates life & sex with a chronic illness

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Romance writer Jade May has long battled Crohn’s disease and in this ep, she opens up about how her chronic illness constantly up-ends her life and ...

So, you want to do a triathlon? Or, something like that…

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Come on, you can attempt a triathlon, a big race or a five kay fun run...maybe next year? Former athlete and ironwoman Nikala Rizzo discusses how to s...

Celebrity diets: the good, the bad & downright terrifying

29 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Victoria Beckham, Jennifer Aniston, Heidi Klum plus more have all been outspoken about their daily eating habits over the years. Dietitian and podcast...

A deep dive into kink & all its misconceptions

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Researcher, TikTok sensation and author Esmé Louise James chats through the history of kink, the biggest misconceptions surrounding the more common s...

Self-fidelity & the secret to living an authentic life

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you true to “you” in every area of your life? Consultant and author Cassandra Goodman shares her principles in uncovering your true self and l...

P Mami met Oprah, made a vision board & actually actioned it

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you made a vision board but never quite actioned it? Founder of Plant Mama and Pasta Clubs Jenna Holmes aka P Mami shares her secrets to turning ...

Suffer gymtimidation? How to find confidence when working out

22 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

So many of us suffer from gymtimidation, says Chontel Duncan, so don’t let it stop you from hitting your fitness goals. The sports nutritionist and ...

Hello inner fan! Meet yours & silence that inner critic

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

International best-selling author Holly Ringland (FYI: she wrote The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart) has, like many of us, suffered from not feeling good ...

The science & mystery of energy healing

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this East meets West episode, chiropractor and yoga/ meditation teacher Dr Sarah Jane Perri discusses energy work, how energy is (unhelpfully) stor...

Jana Pittman’s fitness evolution has lessons for us all

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From running to bobsledding, former Olympian and mum of six Jana Pittman has put her body on the line and shares her various training schedules over t...

Delta Goodrem on living her health battles in the spotlight

15 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Delta Goodrem has had her fair share of health hurdles. She discusses her approach to health and wellbeing, how she’s built resilience and learnt to...

Pia Miranda on body angst & beauty privilege

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Actress and author Pia Miranda shares how her love of ballet, years of acting and navigating its obsession with body shape and size, and her autoimmun...

The mental load is exhausting, so how do we deal?

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Psychotherapist and relationship expert Lissy Abrahams says her top client complaint is from women struggling to manage the mental load. She discusses...

The Millennial Therapist on what 'finding yourself' actually means

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Existential psychotherapist and author Dr Sara Kuburic AKA Instagram’s popular therapist @millennial.therapist unpacks self-loss, defining “your s...

A deep dive into the world’s healthiest diet

08 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We take a deep dive into the world’s most successful diet for long-term health, the Mediterranean diet. Murdoch University Professor and dietician D...

How to tell if you’re dating a narcissist

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“You’re a narcissist” might be a cutting insult, but what does it mean exactly and how do you know if you’re dating one? Counsellor and author...

Everything to know about preventing breast cancer

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fact: one in seven Australian women will get breast cancer in their lifetime. Specialist breast oncoplastic surgeon Dr Samriti Sood discusses risk fac...

The importance of strength training your emotions

02 Oct 2023

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Feeling all the feels is good for your mental health, but says managing director of Positive Minds Australia Madhavi Nawana Parker, it’s important t...

An Indigenous nurse on the sobering reality of Aboriginal health

01 Oct 2023

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Nyamal woman Georgie Corrie discusses the sobering landscape in remote Aboriginal communities and the main factors contributing to their poor health a...

Harry Garside on the lessons learnt from hitting rock bottom

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Australian boxer Harry Garside sits down with host Felicity Harley to share his story of growing up boxing, making it to the Olympics and how he’s g...

How to use your $ to buy happiness

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fact: money can buy happiness. Financial educator, author and podcast host Kate Campbell discusses research-backed ways to use your money to give you ...

OCD stole Penny Moodie’s joy, but she got it back

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve flippantly said, “Oh, I feel a bit OCD”, this episode will stop you from ever saying it again. Author Penny Moodie shares the highs an...

Turia Pitt has had a major mindset shift

24 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let Turia Pitt’s wisdom flow through your ears to remind you of the importance of rest, recovery and being okay about where you’re at in life righ...

Kellie Finlayson’s terminal cancer battle is hell, yet inspiring

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kellie Finlayson, the wife of AFL star Jeremy Finlayson, felt fit and healthy when she was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer at age 25. She opens...

Holly Ransom’s lessons in dreaming big & staying curious

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Global speaker and author Holly Ransom's career and life learnings will inspire you to dream big, trust your confidence and stay curious.  WANT MORE ...

How to calm your anxious mind

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ruminate on anxious thoughts? Best-selling author and counsellor Bev Aisbett shares the tools she’s learnt both with her own struggles and th...

Blue Zone’s Dan Buettner on lessons from the world's healthiest places

17 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan Buettner is the guy behind the Netflix show Live to 100 and a New York Times bestselling author, and shares his biggest learnings from his decades...

Can food really lift your mood?

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dietitians Holly Hoskins and Amanda Smyth discuss how what you eat affects how you feel, the role of the gut, and the best foods to eat for a mood boo...

From endo to pelvic pain: a conversation about coping & healing

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One in five Australian women suffer chronic pelvic pain and many are confused about who to ask for information and what to do after seeing a number of...

Sustainable living habits to boost health & happiness

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Improve your home life, health and happiness with sustainable living habits and hacks from permaculturalist and author Kirsten Bradley.  WANT MORE FR...

Why doodling is the ultimate stress relief

10 Sep 2023

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The simple act of doodling comes with a bucket load of mental health benefits. Popular TikTok artist Tamara Michael discusses all things doodling and ...

Stoic wisdom can boost your happiness at work

06 Sep 2023

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This spring, transform your work life from a place of irritation to joy with the genius advice from Stoic Marcus Aurelius. Journalist turned author An...

A fresh approach to resetting your mindset

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Want to tweak your mindset this spring? Co-founder of Aro Ha Wellness Retreat Damian Chaparro unpacks the concept of cycle centric wellbeing: changing...

Disability advocate James Parr’s curious goal setting approach

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Disability advocate and model James Parr went from able-bodied to disabled at 21, he shares his story, how it built his mental resilience and his curi...

How to do a quick spring cleanse using food

03 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy spring! Nutritionist and best-selling author Michele Chevalley Hedge chats about how to do a five to seven day spring cleanse, the healthy-ish w...

A male escort shares his sex advice for women

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mitch Larsson has been with a lot of women and picked up a chunk of wisdom along the way. The former male escort and author discusses how he navigated...

Mindful lessons from a seasoned traveller

29 Aug 2023

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Want to be more mindful when travelling and in life? Author and travel journalist Nina Karnikowski shares her travel tales to extraordinary places and...

A pro female wrestler on how to fearlessly succeed

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You can learn a lot from other people’s success stories. Simone Williams - aka Princess Aussie in the Women’s World of Wrestling - discusses how s...

Breast milk prebiotics to poo tests: latest gut health science

27 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From breast milk prebiotics to poo tests and inflammaging, gut health expert and nutritionist Dr Brad Leech discusses the latest science and thinking ...

Friendship advice we all need to hear

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Friends are the most important factor for our long-term health and happiness. Psychologist Jacqui Manning discusses all things friendship, including t...

A biochemist on upgrading your daily nutrition

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Life is busy and full, and often opting for quality, nutritious food is the first thing to go (hello vending machine). Biochemist and entrepreneur Olg...

The ancient philosophy to make you secretly healthier

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t quite understand how ayurvedic medicine works? GP and cosmetic care specialist Dr Tanya Unni gives an overview of it and how to work the ancie...

Everything to know about the ancestral diet

20 Aug 2023

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Nutritionist Steph Lowe discusses the ancestral way of eating from its key principles, to the foods (marcos & micros) and how to work it into your...

Everything you need to know about back pain (or niggles)

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The No.1 reason we visit the doctor? Back pain. Award-winning journalist and author Liam Mannix is on a mission to strengthen our backs, help eradicat...

How to integrate Chinese medicine into your wellness routine

15 Aug 2023

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Doctor of Chinese Medicine Dr Vivian Tam chats about how to implement Traditional Chinese Medicine principles into your daily wellness routine.    W...

Lyndi Cohen's (low-effort) hierarchy of healthy habits

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Struggling with your health and/ or the onslaught of diet culture? Dietitian and nutritionist Lyndi Cohen shares her genius hierarchy of healthy habit...

Sam Wood's simple workout tweaks to actually see results

13 Aug 2023

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Feel like you’ve been exercising for, well, years without seeing the results you want? Fitness entrepreneur Sam Wood breaks down exactly what to do ...

Simple hacks to make the most of your workday

09 Aug 2023

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Best-selling author and human performance strategist Andrew May discusses using your energy personality to get more from your workday, productivity ti...

The art of tapping into your inner wildness

08 Aug 2023

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Yoga teacher and art therapist Lara Zilibowitz shares her wisdom on how to tap into your inner wildness - your voice - and live a richer and wondrous ...

Why following your passions can transform your life

07 Aug 2023

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How do you go from turning a passion into something bigger, a career even? Best-selling fiction author Allison Tait chats about how she navigated this...

Tiff Hall on whether a #cheatday actually works

06 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You can't scroll social media these days without someone touting the power of a "cheat day". Fitness entrepreneur and podcast host Tiffiny Hall discus...

How to REALLY listen to your body

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen-in as yogi and Lululemon ambassador Ryan Mannix shares how he’s learnt to really listen to his body through years of competitive running for ...

Get big winter energy (in 5 simple steps)

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Energy! We all need it and want more of it. Speaker, coach, author and chiropractor Brett Lillie talks through his five step “dashboard” for maxin...

It’s time to rethink your wine o-clock

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fact: there's a strong link between breast cancer and (even moderate) drinking, so says science. Alcohol mindset coach Kathryn Elliott reminds us of t...

Elle Macpherson's nutritionist on firing up your metabolism

30 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this ep, we talk about metabolism with Elle Macpherson’s nutritionist Dr Simoné Laubscher - what it is, a slow vs fast one, best foods to eat, a...

Everything to know about relationship beige flags

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Just when you wrapped your head around green and red flags, TikTok has served up another - the beige flag. Psychologist and Headspace App’s mental h...