Extra Healthy-ish

How to live authentically every day

14 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So, how do you know if you’re really living an authentic life? Well, authenticity coach and speaker Kat John discusses exactly that and how to deter...

Sophie Green’s inspirational lesson in pursuing your passions

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Passions: everyone talks about them but often we’re unsure of how to discover new ones. It took a health scare for author Sophie Green to realise he...

A simple guide to owning your power

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to feel empowered to be authentically you? Listen in as entrepreneur, business coach and CEO of Powerful Steps Tory Archbold helps you recognise ...

The rise of personalised nutrition

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to the Human Genome Project and recent scientific advances, it’s now possible to eat that "perfect diet" that is specifically tailored to you...

Dr Norman Swan’s wisdom on ageing

06 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, we’ve stolen “Australia's most trusted doctor” Dr Norman Swan from the ABC for one episode only to discuss the most important actions you c...

Jess Ho doesn't let Asian culture dictate their body image

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in to this inspiring chat with food critic and author Jess Ho, who grew up Cantonese in Melbourne and worked for years in the "hospo" industry....

Overcoming fear for deeper personal growth

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Executive coach and author Rowena Millward takes a deep dive into personal growth, how to recognise it, embrace the uncomfortable feels and come out t...

Goodbye butter…a dietitian on knowing your fat balance

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So, do you know your daily fat balance? Well, perhaps you need to listen in as dietitian and podcast host Susie Burrell explains exactly what it is an...

Everything you need to know to smash your home workout

31 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From setting up a home gym to staying motivated, listen in as fitness personality and PT Tanya Poppett shares everything you need to know for a solid,...

How to prune B.S. from your day (& get more done)

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to erase the B.S. filling your day and claim more time for things you truly love? Well, tune in as organisational psychologist and author ...

A sports dietician on nutrition for better performance

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to build strength? Mental performance? Recover faster? Well, take note of your nutrition. Sports performance dietitian Michelle Cort discusses ex...

From aesthetics to wellbeing: the evolution of fitness

24 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The pandemic has changed the way we work-out, so what will the future hold for gym-goers? Former NRL player Ben Lucas and owner of Sydney’s Flow Ath...

Exactly how a coach can inspire a better you

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to be better, even just a little bit? Well, you might just benefit from having a “coach”. Victoria Mills is a veteran at life coaching and di...

Everything you need to know about inflammation

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A must-listen episode for everyone who is still a tad confused about the different types of inflammation. Dietician and gut health expert Chloe McLeod...

The unexpected joy of being sober curious

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It seems Australians have a new-found thirst for sobriety. Body + Soul’s Editor-in-Chief Sarrah Le Marquand drops into the Healthy-ish studio to dis...

From infrared saunas to food: the lowdown on exercise recovery

17 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know the recovery benefits of compression boots? What about infrared saunas and NuCalm? Well, Ben Seymour is here to fill you in. The former ru...

Surviving (and thriving) in toxic workplaces

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The medical system can be grueling and often toxic, as Dr Neela Janakiramanan knows first hand. The surgeon and author discusses how she survived her ...

Are you good at influencing people IRL (& how to get better)?

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Influencing people IRL all comes down to how skilled you are at persuasion, says author and presenting expert Michelle Bowden. She discusses the four ...

Body image - why do we struggle with self-love?

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why can self-love be so hard? Listen in as April Hélène-Horton aka The Bodzilla, a body image activist who says F-you to diet culture, fat phobia an...

Are you overtraining or simply burnt out?

10 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a common couch dilemma: are you too exhausted to get up and exercise or just feeling lazy? Vanessa Bartlett is an “adrenal-friendly” lifest...

A patient-turned-doctor's wisdom on navigating the healthcare system

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Each of us will have to navigate the healthcare system at some stage in our lives and Dr Ben Bravery wants to empower you to make the best decisions a...

The trick to creating good habits (for a big life)

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Psychologist and author Dr Rebecca Ray knows the power of small habits to make big life changes, and in this ep she tells you exactly how to ditch the...

Is intuitive eating the antidote to diet culture?

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We take a deep dive into intuitive eating with accredited nutritionist and PT Jacqueline Alwill. She discusses the benefits, how it works, and address...

Could exercise be THE secret to healthy ageing?

03 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We all know exercise is gold for our body and mind, but what about in the longer-term? Well, listen in as psychologist and author Dr Gordon Spence exp...

The key to relationship communication (whatever your status)

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Clinical psychologist Christina O’Connell shares her top tips on effective couple communication and how to diffuse arguments before they even start...

A deep dive into gut health

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Everything you need to know about getting your gut functioning at its best. Nutritionist and environmental scientist Sophie Scott takes a deep dive in...

Optimising health in winter

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Think you can't boost your health in winter? Think again. Jodi Duval is a naturopath and founder of Revital Health and discusses her tried and tested...

Break out of your winter fitness funk

26 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Stuck in a winter fitness funk? Let PT & fitness expert Sarhys Page’s advice break you free. She talks about motivation, avoiding injury and bes...

David Campbell on striving to be a better human

22 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

David Campbell admits he doesn’t have life all figured out, but he’s giving it his best shot. The musician, TV host and Stellar columnist discusse...

Exactly how to get your best skin

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, you can get the best skin of your life (no matter what age) by listening to this episode with pharmaceutical scientist, beauty writer and author ...

Mindfully managing food cravings

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Great news: the humble, yet insidious craving can be controlled with a few simple strategies. Dietitian and nutritionist Rebecca Gawthorne discus...

What to eat to max your workouts

19 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Fact: your diet impacts your training, but by how much? Michelle Theodosi is an accredited practicing dietitian from The Lifestyle Dietitian and discu...

New monogamy & the quest for better sex

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our concepts of relationships and marriage evolve to fit the times, and today many people are seeking different ways to support lasting, loving partne...

Hack your menstrual cycle for a better “you”

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This could be the secret to a better you, every day of the month. Jade Leray is a PT and health coach and takes a deep dive into cycle syncing -unlock...

Is it time to change how we talk about winter weight gain?

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Winter weight gain, comfort foods and healthy-ish foods to eat when the temperature drops...Sarah Di Lorenzo is a clinical nutritionist, Weekend Sunri...

How to run better, faster, stronger...

12 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as ultramarathon runner and Lululemon ambassador Josh Lynott shares his epic worldwide running adventures plus his top running tips from fin...

How to save money on wellness

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Stop and step away from those black leggings - seriously, do you really need a 10th pair? Financial planner and founder of SugarMamma TV Canna Campbel...

Sally Obermeder on coping when life is breaking you

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

TV presenter Sally Obermeder on coping when the, er, shit hits the fan. Through running a business in COVID, cancer and IVF struggles, the mum of two ...

How to eat a little more Mediterranean

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

While we’d all love to spend six months in Greece during Aussie winters, we can create a Med Diet mash-up back home. Nutritionist and author Chr...

UK fitness guru Joe Wicks on living a feel-good life

05 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

UK fitness superstar Joe Wicks aka The Body Coach joins host Felicity Harley from the UK to share his health, fitness and nutrition advice for a happy...

Break-ups, divorce and famous footballers

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Body + Soul’s new columnist Cathrine Mahoney chats about her new book Currently Between Husbands and how she found herself again after divorcing...

Is a mind cleanse the remedy for overwhelm?

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want greater clarity, more calm and to banish busy-thinking? Behold Jacqui Lewis has a solution. The author and meditation teacher talks throug...

How to get big winter energy

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tired all the time? Just feeling blah? Pharmacist and nutritionist Sarah Gray has ALL the nutrition and lifestyle solutions to get you big winter ener...

Lisa Messenger on overcoming self-sabotaging beliefs

29 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You know those thoughts you repeatedly say to yourself which are absolutely B.S. Well, entrepreneur Lisa Messenger has some advice for you. The CEO an...

Wokefishing, negging & other dating trends

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Get this: we’re after dates…IRL. Recent research shows that almost half of single people want to “reset” their dating lives a...

So, what is the future of modern love?

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Author and social commentator Jennifer Pinkerton discusses the future of modern love and relationships.    WANT MORE FROM JENNIFER? Jennifer...

How to REALLY boost your immunity

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Pharmacist Zena Daher joins host Felicity Harley to chat about all things immunity - how to boost it, the role of prebiotics, essential vitamins to ta...

Why everyone is indoor cycling right now

22 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No, it's not just the weather that's inspiring this indoor workout, it's also about giving back. Master Instructor at CycleBar Rachel Ashton chats abo...

A psychic medium helps you tap into your spirit guide

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Australia’s No. 1 medium on TikTok Cael O'Donnell on how to get in touch with your "spirit" to guide the decisions in your life.    WA...

Lady Gaga's psychiatrist on healing from trauma

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lady Gaga's psychiatrist Dr Paul Conti joins host Felicity Harley from the US to chat about trauma, how it affects our future and how we can heal. Thi...

Simple gut-health boosting habits

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Before gut health was in any podcast headline, Carla Oates was already feeding her gut the good stuff to achieve optimal health. The Beauty Chef's fou...

The future of fitness

15 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to know the next big things in fitness? Fitness industry veteran Justin Ashley discusses how the industry has shifted and changed (thanks pandemi...

Tap into your personal vibration

11 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bestselling author and podcaster Jordanna Levin chats about how to get clearer on your true identity aka personal vibration.    WANT MORE FR...

Mental agility: why you need to fine-tune this skill

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An agile mind dramatically improves your chances of success and happiness…so says the Head of School of Psychology at the University of Adelaid...

So, how do food choices affect your mood?

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nutritionist and environmental scientist Sophie Scott discusses the food mood connection, the best foods to boost your mood, what to steer clear of, a...

Why we need to talk about ovarian cancer

08 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ovarian cancer is the deadliest female cancer, yet there is still no test.CAMILLA AND MARC’s Camilla Freeman Topper reminds listeners of the imp...

How to win at online dating

04 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Helen Chik is author of Sex, Swipes and Other Stories and a self-confessed veteran of the online dating scene, and tells us exactly how to win at onli...

Dr Karen Coates on reaching optimal wellness

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve got wellness advice at our fingertips, yet so many of us are overwhelmed, stressed and far from feeling well? Dr Karen Coates is an integr...

What exactly does a health coach do?

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Get this: the health coaching market is worth $U7 billion in the US (yes, that's US dollars). While there's no such figures for Australia, if you go o...

This Hamilton performer is pure health inspiration

01 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as Chloé Zuel chats about playing the role of Eliza in Hamilton the Musical. The certified pilates instructor has fine-tuned her heal...

The importance of slow sex

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to slow down your sex life, people. Sex educator and author Euphemia Russell talks about the power of slow pleasure, and gives tips on how t...

Dietician Susie Burrell on kicking your overeating habit (finally)

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want one bowl of ice cream and somehow end up eating three? Join the club. Dietitian, Sunrise regular and podcast host Susie Burrell discusses ...

Sonia Kruger’s fitness secrets (she’s living proof they work)

24 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s take a moment to acknowledge how fit and strong Sonia Kruger is at 56 (yes, you read that right). The Voice host talks about her dancing c...

Laura Dundovic’s secret health battle

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There's so much more to model Laura Dundovic than what you see on Instagram. The nutrition coach and PT details her long battle with an autoimmune dis...

Maria Thattil on identifying as bisexual

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!’s Maria Thattil wants to raise awareness for sexual wellness and help create a more sex positiv...

The life-changing power of balancing your blood sugar

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jessie Inchauspé is a biochemist on a mission to translate cutting-edge science into easy tips to improve people’s health. The author beh...

Easter food & wine blowout? Michelle Bridges will help…

17 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t worry, we’re all suffering from eating too-much-chocolate, hot cross buns, or drinking too much wine. Fitness entrepreneur Michelle ...

Signs you might be a grey area drinker

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Grey area drinking is more common than you think. Accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach Sarah Rusbatch discusses what it is exactly, its detrimental imp...

A productivity coach on doing more in less time

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What would you do if you had an extra five to seven hours per week? Productivity coach and author Donna McGeorge is full of tips and tricks on how to ...

A neuroscientist on how food affects your brain

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Oh, this episode will make you rethink a lot of your habits…Professor Selena Bartlett is a neuroscientist from the Queensland University of Tec...

Rachael Finch’s health non-negotiables

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Body + Soul cover star and wellness businesswoman Rachael Finch discusses her health and wellness non-negotables, how she copes when the wheels of lif...

Indira Naidoo on healing life’s deep hurts

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Broadcaster and author Indira Naidoo lost her younger sister to suicide at the beginning of the pandemic. She shares her journey of using nature to he...

How to live a high-performance life

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever look at successful people and wonder how the hell do they do it? Meditation coach and founder of EQ minds Chelsea Pottenger shares exactly...

Microdosing psychedelics for mental health

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The use of psychedelic medicine to treat mental illness is nothing new, but just last year the Federal Government announced it will pour millions into...

Sam Frost on celebrating imperfections

03 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From The Bachelorette to Home & Away Sam Frost has lived a turbulent eight years in the spotlight. She talks openly about how she's learnt to acce...

Why love needs a rebrand

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Anna Machin is an evolutionary anthropologist from Oxford University, author and Tedx speaker who’s spent decades researching why humans love...

The importance of life mapping

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Psychologist and author Peter Quarry explains life mapping, how to go about it exactly, questions to ask yourself and how to truly reflect on the life...

Growing veggies for better health (the easy way)

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Gardening guru Simon Holloway talks through the importance of therapeutic horticulture aka gardening for your physical and mental health, and how to b...

Boost your baseline health

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sure, you probably feel healthy (most of the time) but how can you boost your health - even just a little bit? PT, nutrition coach and Business Develo...

Are nootropics the answer to brain fog?

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Swallow a pill and fire-up your brain? Well, science says it can work (if it’s the right pill, that is). Psychologist and cognitive performance ...

What it’s like to live with a chronic illness

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Alf the Label CEO Sophie Doyle shares her story about living with a brain tumour, how she manages her health and wellbeing, and what she wants everyon...

Is there really a secret to weight loss?

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Exercise scientist and nutritionist Amelia Philips shares her two decades of learnings around weight loss - how to lose it the healthy way - and why y...

Secrets from a top celebrity trainer

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrity PT Gunnar Peterson has trained and motivated and shaped the bodies of Jennifer Lopez, Sofia Vergara and the Kardashians to name a few. His n...

Tips for dealing with relationship sh**

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In need of a quick counselling session? Relationships educator, speaker and author of When Love Goes South Emma Power shares her must-have tool kit fo...

Laughter yoga to boost wellbeing

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're taking a deep dive into the power of laughter yoga (yes, it's a thing) especially helpful for dealing with the stress of the world right now. Po...

Your salt intake might be toxic

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Fact: Australians consume too much salt (no judgement here) as new research shows. So, to highlight World Salt Awareness Week Dr Sam Hay talks through...

Extreme diets & heart health

13 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The sudden death of cricket star Shane Warne from a “likely heart attack” is a reminder to all of us - no matter what age - of the importa...

Create a healthy money mindset

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For years research has shown the detrimental impact of debt and money stress on mental health and, in turn, physical health. Financial advisor and fou...

Can you be healthy at any size?

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Diet culture and the ideal body size is ingrained in our culture and it takes a powerful mindset to stop yourself being impacted. So, how can you be h...

Kemi Nekvapil on owning your power

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy International Women’s Day! Author, speaker and executive coach Kemi Nekvapil wants to build women’s power within. In this ep, she di...

Exercise to change moods

06 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a reminder that exercise is all kinds of magic for our moods. Kylianne Farrell is an ecotherapist, counsellor and PT and talks through...

The rise of hypnotherapy

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

NLP coach and hypnotherapist Mandy Merrifield discusses the science behind therapeutic hypnotherapy, how it works and heals the mind.    WAN...

Secrets of resilient people

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hugh Van Cuylenburg, the guy behind The Resilience Project, podcaster and author of Let Go, talks about it all - resilience, vulnerability, shame - an...

Grief & the closure myth

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Therapist and podcaster Jana Firestone shares her tips on how to overcome grief, embrace change and why closure is a myth. The author of Embracing Cha...

A PT answers popular fitness Qs (that you may feel silly asking)

27 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re new to fitness or you’ve been working out for years, you'll probably have questions and - yes - some might be pretty basic. So, ...

A new paradigm for self love

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sure, self-love is a buzz word but do you really accept yourself for who you really are? Meredith Gaston is an artist, best-selling author and wellnes...

How forest bathing can help dial down stress

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Monqiue Ross is a journalist and author, and at the end of 2020 she branched out (pun intended) and became a certified Nature and Forest Therapy guide...

Celebrity chef Sarah Todd has had her fair share of setbacks

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Former Masterchef contestant, restaurateur and TV host Sarah Todd shares her inspiring journey from model to master chef, and how she manages to run h...

Altitude training

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Altitude training is no longer just for professional athletes, simulated altitude clubs are opening up around Australia faster than you can say, &ldqu...

Who’s in your circle of influence?

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Successful people don’t reach the top alone, just ask tennis superstar Ash Barty. Speaker and author Lisa Stephenson discusses the importance of...