Healthy-ish

Brooke Blurton’s simple mental health message

19 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Brooke Blurton is very clear on the trusty practices that help protect her mental health. The media personality and youth worker shares her non-negoti...

Mighty microgreens; bad grammar stress; romance scams

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austin chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

Let’s talk about the G-Spot, A-Spot & all other spots

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

People, we’re still confused about the G-Spot. Certified sex coach Georgia Grace discusses what the science says and how to locate all the other spo...

Why you need to stop chasing happiness & start nurturing grace

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

International bestselling author and journalist Julia Baird reflects on the concept of grace - what it is, how to appreciate it and tips to nurture it...

Cooking hacks to supercharge health benefits

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, the way you cook food can affect the quality of its nutrients. The Healthy Chef Teresa Cutter breaks down exactly how to cook food to max nutriti...

Pip Edwards on fitness & the tabloid’s “incredible figure” headlines

12 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

P.E Nation founder Pip Edwards shares her insights into her fitness philosophy, her workout routine and the pressure of having an “incredible figure...

Celeb medical photo dumps; ingrown toenail vids; FOSO is the new FOMO

12 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austin chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

AFL superstar Trent Cotchin’s antidote to perfectionism

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

AFL superstar Trent Cotchin always wanted to be the best he could be, but striving for perfection came at a cost. In this ep, he discusses how he lear...

Signs you're working with a toxic person

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Think you’re working with a psychopath? Well, psychopathy is more common than you might think. Best-selling author and researcher David Gillespie di...

Is the anti-inflammatory diet the secret to long-term health?

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Inflammation is a hot topic in science and wellness circles, and as Professor Lauren Ball from The University of Queensland says, prevention comes dow...

The snail girl era is the mental health reset you need

05 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Bare minimal Mondays, snail girl era, quiet quitting…there’s a significant social media movement pivoting around slowing down. Associate Professor...

Hot baths vs running; masturbation & skin health; #looksmaxxing

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austin chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

How to deal with the stress of the world

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, we’re feeling it too - the world is heavy right now. Clinical psychologist and researcher Dr Alissa Knight shares remedies for helping you deal...

How erotic fiction helped Jade May awaken her sexuality

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Romance writer Jade May has long battled Crohn’s disease, which affected her approach to sex and relationships. She shares more about living with a ...

So, what is the secret to a perfect weekly workout plan?

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

So, what is the secret to scheduling an effective weekly workout routine and sticking to it? Former athlete and ironwoman Nikala Rizzo shares her ingr...

Why are we so obsessed with celebrity diets?

29 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get this: Google searches in the UK for Victoria Beckham’s diet have soared, up 669 per cent per cent since the launch of Netflix's Beckham documen...

Birkenstocks & crocs change feet; rise of rucking; muscly v nice men

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austin chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

Curious about kink? Some low-key ideas for sexual play

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Researcher, TikTok sensation and author Esmé Louise James gives us a lesson in the history of kink and how to incorporate kink into your sexual play....

Why self-fidelity is the real self-care

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We’re going deep in this episode…consultant and author Cassandra Goodman talks about the importance of self-fidelity, how to understand the multip...

P Mami’s simple food equation is genius

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Food is meant to be an act of self-care, says the Founder of Plant Mama and Pasta Clubs Jenna Holmes aka P Mami. She shares her simple equation for co...

The quickest workout to build a strong body

22 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chontel Duncan chats through the quickest-ever weekly workout to build a strong body. The sports nutritionist and PT shares the best foods and supplem...

Coffee for weight loss; ultra processed food addiction; make-up free ageism

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austin chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

Anti-procrastination hacks from a super-successful author

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

International best-selling author Holly Ringland (FYI: she wrote The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart) shares the tricks she's learnt to combat procrastinat...

Is energy healing legit or B.S?

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re curious about how energy flows within your body, Dr Sarah Jane Perri is here to give you the answers. The chiropractor and yoga/ meditatio...

Jana Pittman on why short workouts are her jam

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Former Olympian and mum of six Jana Pittman knows it’s super-hard to schedule exercise, so she shares her top tips for fitting in movement however y...

Delta Goodrem’s health habits are refreshingly simple

15 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Delta Goodrem lives a pretty intense life from touring to shooting movies and everything else in between. She shares how her approach to health and we...

Best foods for sleep; star signs most likely to cheat; nutrition prescriptions

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austin chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

Pia Miranda on learning not to care what others think

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Actress and author Pia Miranda opens up about how experience, fame and age has boosted her confidence and empowered her to be happy with who she is to...

Is therapy-speak ruining your relationship?

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Therapy speak has taken over the internet. Psychotherapist and relationship expert Lissy Abrahams discusses its rise - what it is, how to use it and w...

The Millennial Therapist on discovering your best self

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Existential psychotherapist and author Dr Sara Kuburic AKA Instagram’s popular therapist @millennial.therapist discusses why finding “your self”...

Mastering the Med Diet when life is busy

08 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Murdoch University Professor and dietician Dr Catherine Itsiopoulos and daughter, financial analyst Vivienne Koutsis share simple ways to make the Med...

Cortisol-conscious workouts; probiotic warning; magical vibrators

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austin chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

How to spot a narcissist

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Narcissism is a word we use a lot these days, but what are the actual behaviours of a narcissist? Counsellor and author Nova Gibson discusses how to s...

The 3-step breast check every woman must do

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you checked your breasts lately? Well, new research says many of us aren’t due to low body confidence. Specialist breast oncoplastic surgeon Dr...

A simple hack to overcome negative thoughts

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all experience habitual gloomy thoughts, but says managing director of Positive Minds Australia Madhavi Nawana Parker, there’s any easy trick to ...

What you need to know about Indigenous Australians health

01 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nyamal woman Georgie Corrie has spent her nursing career in remote Aboriginal communities in the NT. She discusses the biggest challenges facing their...

Masterdating; fake wellness trends; thriving sex life secret

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austin chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

You’ll learn a lot from Harry Garside’s challenges

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Australian boxer Harry Garside sits down with host Felicity Harley to chat about his turbulent year and how he credits his mental health habits for ge...

Folks, research says you can buy happiness

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Some say money doesn’t buy happiness but financial educator, author and podcast host Kate Campbell says, yes, it can. She talks through the research...

What it’s like living with OCD

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Obsessive-compulsive disorder stole Penny Moodie’s happiness for 23 years. The author shares how she navigated it all and what she wants others to k...

Turia Pitt will make your next workout feel a lot easier

24 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Turia Pitt is here to give you a good dose of fitness inspiration. The motivational speaker shares how her mindset has shifted from focusing on metric...

Gut parasite cleanse; colostrum is the new collagen; paper straw hazard

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austin chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

What Kellie Finlayson’s cancer battle taught her about living

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kellie Finlayson, the wife of AFL star Jeremy Finlayson, was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer at age 25. She shares her heartbreaking journey an...

Is habit hacking the secret to a better life?

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Global speaker and author Holly Ransom's impressive success is, in part, due to her habits. She shares her learnings around adopting a new habit and h...

Push past your fears for a calmer mind

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fears: we can either sit with them or let them run wild in our minds. Best-selling author and counsellor Bev Aisbett shares some tools for helping you...

Blue Zone’s Dan Buettner on the secrets to longevity

17 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan Buettner is the guy behind the new Netflix show Live to 100 (and a New York Times bestselling author), and discusses the science-backed secrets to...

People most likely to cheat; workplace wellness washing; longevity news

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austin chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

What to eat to feel happy

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What you eat has a direct impact on how you feel and, yes, you have the power to literally feast yourself happy. Dietitians Holly Hoskins and Amanda S...

Tips for coping with pesky period pain

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fact: studies show 93 percent of girls/ women suffer period pain. So, in an effort to help us all cope a little better each month, gynaecologist and a...

How climate change is affecting your health

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fact: climate change is affecting our health. Permaculturalist and author Kirsten Bradley shares her simple lifestyle tips to create a healthier life ...

The simple trick for a Monday morning dopamine hit

10 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Forget TikTok’s Bare Minimal Monday trend, the simple act of doodling can help you beat the beginning-of-the-week blues. Artist Tamara Michael discu...

Walking for fat loss; Kim K’s MRI scanner hype; ghostlighting

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austin chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

Stoic wisdom to make your job less annoying

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Transform your work life from a place of irritation to joy with the genius advice from Stoic Marcus Aurelius. Journalist turned author Annie Lawson sh...

Yes, you can be more conscious in everyday life

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What does it really mean to live an “awakened” life? Co-founder of Aro Ha Wellness Retreat Damian Chaparro discusses how to live a more conscious ...

We can all learn from disability advocate James Parr

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Disability advocate and model James Parr went from able-bodied to disabled at 21, and he wants to change the narrative around living with a disability...

Spring cleanse your diet

03 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy spring! We’re kickstarting this season with nutritionist and best-selling author Michele Chevalley Hedge discussing the value of cleaning out ...

Cardio or weights first; sex lives crisis; meat allergies

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austin chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

How to ask for what you really want in bed

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mitch Larsson knows exactly what most women want from their sexual partner, the problem is they don’t ask for it. The former male escort and author ...

Climate change anxiety changed Nina Karnikowski’s life

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Eco-anxiety is real. Author and travel journalist Nina Karnikowski eloquently explains how she was gripped by climate change anxiety after a trip to t...

A pro female wrestler on unlocking self belief

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Self-belief can be the difference between success or failure. Simone Williams - aka Princess Aussie in Women’s World of Wrestling - discusses how sh...

What the hell is gut hypnotherapy?

27 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

So, what is gut hypnosis exactly and how can it help stomach issues? Gut health expert and nutritionist Dr Brad Leech discusses what it is and who bes...

Depressing dieting news; rise of microgyms; beer tans

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austen chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

We’re in a friendship famine (& how to make some)

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We’re in a friendship famine, says new research by Connected Women. Psychologist Jacqui Manning discusses this and how to make new friends whatever ...

The truth about optimising metabolism

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Biochemist and entrepreneur Olga Plotnikova discusses the foundations of metabolism, why food isn’t the only thing that affects it and how to optimi...

What is your ayurvedic body type?

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ayurvedic medicine is hot in wellness circles right now. GP and cosmetic care specialist Dr Tanya Unni breaks down the three doshas, and how to tap in...

What’s up with the ancestral diet?

20 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Meat is back on the table. Nutritionist Steph Lowe discusses the ancestral way of eating including its health and nutrition benefits and how it differ...

Nose-picking warning; awe walks; TikTok’s carrot salad

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austen chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

Everything you know about good posture is wrong

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How’s your posture right now? Award-winning journalist and author Liam Mannix discusses why everything we’ve been told about good posture is wrong...

Does the skin cycling trend actually work?

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard of skin cycling, TikTok's newest skin-care trend? Dr Vivian Tam, a doctor of Chinese Medicine and cosmetic acupuncturist, breaks it dow...

Lyndi Cohen on taming destructive body image thoughts

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dietitian and nutritionist Lyndi Cohen used to REALLY hate her body, but now advocates against the insidious impact of diet culture on women. She shar...

Sam Wood chats “exercise snacking” to improve strength

13 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fitness entrepreneur Sam Wood discusses a new study from Perth’s Edith Cowan University (read it here) that found daily exercise snacks -  three se...

Lazy girl job trend; exercise cramming; coffee buzz placebo

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austin chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

Does the 4-hour workday help stop overwhelm?

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You know those days when you feel that everything at work is spiralling out of control? Best-selling author and human performance strategist Andrew Ma...

The power of body poetry (& what is it anyway?)

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yoga teacher and art therapist Lara Zilibowitz will convince you that body poetry is the practice you need in your life to better understand your body...

The secret to unlocking your creativity

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Creativity has been linked to increased levels of happiness, so how can we harness more of it in our daily (busy) lives? Best-selling fiction author A...

Tiff Hall on using walking as a fat-burning workout

06 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fitness entrepreneur and podcast host Tiffiny Hall chats about how to turn the humble walk into a proper workout with all health benefits.   WANT MOR...

Roommate syndrome; is full cream milk bad?; the nostalgia trap

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austen chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

How to actually press pause on the busyness of life

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When life is just too busy… let the wisdom of yogi and Lululemon ambassador Ryan Mannix fill your ears on how to actually stop albeit just for a min...

Rediscover your athlete within

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, there is an athlete in there somewhere - you’ve just got to tap into it. Speaker, coach, author and chiropractor Brett Lillie will motivate you...

Why you should drink less for your breasts

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Alcohol mindset coach Kathryn Elliott is on a mission to alert women to the strong link between booze and breast cancer. She shares her breast cancer ...

Elle Macpherson's nutritionist on foods to lift your mood

30 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Who needs a mood boost right now? Listen-in as Elle Macpherson’s nutritionist Dr Simoné Laubscher talks about nutrition for boosting your mood.   ...

Phone addiction warning; pubic hair trend; gaslighting

27 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austen chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

Cost-of-living stress affecting your wellbeing?

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The cost of living crisis isn’t just a headline - it’s real - and it’s impacting our mental health. Psychologist and Headspace App’s mental he...

How do you reorient your life after a health crisis?

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Best-selling author Ben Mckelvey was a fit, healthy 27-something when he had a stroke. So, how do you reorient - or rather remake - your life after a ...

Mitch & Mark are the health role models we all need

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Need a dose of health inspo whatever your age? In this fun chat, property entrepreneurs and TV presenters Mitch and Mark - both in their 60s - share t...

Celeb trainer Libby Babet's top 2 tips to hit your fitness goals

23 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fitness expert and trainer Libby Babet says there are two things to do if you want to see REAL progress with your fitness goals. In this ep, she revea...

Upside of stress; Matilda’s fever; Tiktok’s #delusionships

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austen chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

The easiest-ever hack to boost your dopamine

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From dressing to detoxes, dopamine is having its moment. Behavioural expert Grazina “Griz” Fechner discusses the simple thing you can do each day ...

How to boost energy when you’re TIRED

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Energy: no doubt you want more of it. Join the club. Author, speaker and educator Susan Gianevsky shares the simple ways you can boost your energy tod...

Winter affecting your mental health? Here’s how to cope…

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling down but not sure what to do? Lifeline Australia’s Dr Tara Hunt discusses how winter can affect your mental health, how to cope and/ or ask ...

Deepak Chopra’s self-awareness wisdom is for all of us

16 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Spiritual leader and New York Times bestselling author Deepak Chopra joins host Felicity Harley to share his wisdom on how to cultivate a deeper sense...

Psychedelics legalised; pickleball craze; lunchtime nose jobs

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austen chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

The (proven) secret to losing weight & keeping it off

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If your goals include hitting or maintaining a healthy weight, then the latest CSIRO study is worth considering. Co-author, research scientist Dr Gill...

Maz Compton on drinking less to be your best

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How’s your relationship with alcohol right now? Radio host and podcaster Maz Compton discusses why she chose sobriety. This ep will inspire you to c...

You can control your out-of-control mind

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get trapped in a cycle of overthinking? Don't worry, we all do. High performance mindset coach Emma Murray discusses why we overthink and shares excel...

Sweat trainer Kelsey Wells' anti diet-culture message we all need

09 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sweat trainer Kelsey Wells discusses the fitness industry’s role in perpetuating diet culture, its impact on her own body image, and how everyone ca...

Best time for sex; cost of living on mental health; night-time pee habits

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Ashleigh Austin chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - th...

Leah Simmons on how breathwork can change your life

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

So, what’s the difference between breathwork and breathing? KAAIAA founder Leah Simmons (also a pilates instructor, PT and yogi) chats through the f...

PT Cody Bromley's top fitness advice (yes, he's from MAFS)

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yes folks, there is life before and after MAFS as PT Cody Bromley proves. (He was a 2022 groom FYI.) He shares his top fitness advice. WANT MORE FRO...

How far would you go to optimise your health?

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is tracking your sleep for health optimisation enough for you or would you head to Costa Rica for stem cell treatment through an IV? Australian entrep...