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Mum Mind UnpackedNavigating the Heartbreak of Miscarriage – Gia and Bree on Loss, Healing & The Quiet Pain of Gender Longing🎧 Episode Summary:In this deeply personal and emotionally charged episode of Mum Mind Unpacked, Bree and Gia, both mothers of three, discuss their experiences with miscarriage — a topic often shrouded in silence. They share their personal stories, emotional turmoil, and the process of coping with pregnancy loss. Bree recounts her three miscarriages and the medical journey that led to her having three healthy daughters, while Gia details her single miscarriage amid her hope for a fourth child and openly shares her desire to have a daughter. They emphasise the importance of talking about miscarriage openly and seeking suppo...2025-08-0529 minMum Mind UnpackedBusiness, Motherhood and a CMV diagnosis: Lauren’s Story Behind the Smile🎧 Episode SummaryIn this raw and heartfelt episode of Mum Mind. Unpacked, we sit down with the incredible Lauren Smedley — mum of two, founder of Bronte Co, and one of the strongest, most grounded women we know. Lauren shares her powerful story of navigating early motherhood while launching a successful kids' swimwear label, all while facing the unimaginable: the diagnosis of her youngest son, Logan, with congenital CMV — a virus that left him profoundly deaf.From sleepless nights and therapy appointments to late-night order packing and building a family-run business from the ground up, Lauren’s story is...2025-07-2934 minMum Mind UnpackedThe Invisible Mental Load: Motherhood, Burnout & the Power of NoIn this episode, Gia and Bree dive into the often-unseen realities of mental load and burnout, particularly in the context of motherhood. They share personal stories that highlight the countless invisible tasks mothers juggle—like remembering school events, scheduling appointments, managing family routines, and being the emotional anchor for everyone at home. From coordinating daily logistics to carrying the weight of everyone’s well-being, the conversation shines a light on the quiet, constant work that often goes unrecognised. Gia and Bree discuss the importance of s...2025-07-0128 minMum Mind Unpacked🎙️ Career, Kids & Identity – Finding Your Balance in MotherhoodReturning to work after becoming a mum can feel overwhelming — not just practically, but emotionally too. In this episode, we’re unpacking the identity shifts, the pressure to “do it all,” and how to find a work-life family balance that actually works for you. We’re joined by career counsellor and mum of four, Vicki Clothier, who shares practical tips on – Advocating for flexible, family-friendly work – Why you shouldn’t settle for “just any” job – Letting go of the idea that your current role has to be forever. We also share our own return-to-work stories — including how we felt judged as stay-a...2025-06-2438 minMum Mind UnpackedFrom Chaos to Connection: The Power of Emotion Coaching in Modern ParentingIn this episode of Mum Mind Unpacked, hosts Gia Hogarth and Bree Sheridan sit down with parent counsellor, educator, and social worker Caroline Ellen for a powerful and heartfelt conversation about the real-life complexities of parenting.Together, they explore a wide range of topics — from managing emotional challenges to understanding the parenting styles that shape our homes. Caroline shares practical tools around emotion coaching — a powerful method that helps parents support their children through tough feelings by first understanding and regulating their own emotions.The episode also covers emotional tran...2025-06-1742 minMum Mind Unpacked🎙️ Postnatal Depletion: When Motherhood Leaves You Running On EmptyIn this powerful and eye-opening episode, we’re diving into a condition that affects millions of women but often goes unrecognised: Postnatal Depletion. If you've ever felt like you're running on fumes long after giving birth, you're not alone—and you're not imagining it. We unpack what postnatal depletion really is, how it differs from postnatal depression, and why so many mothers silently suffer in today’s fast-paced world. We interview Jo Atkinson, Clinical Nutritionist and Provisional Psychologist, to explore how physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion can persist for months...2025-06-1028 minMum Mind UnpackedMum Rage: What It Really Means and How to Heal – with Lael StoneIn this powerful and heartfelt episode, we dive deep into the complex and often unspoken experience of mum rage—a raw, emotional response that many mothers silently carry.Parenting educator Lael Stone joins us to explore the emotional roots of mum rage, weaving together personal stories, professional insights, and years of experience in parenting support.💬 We discuss:🎬 We also talk about the Australian documentary SEEN, which follows real parents as they navigate healing and emotional reconnection. It’s a compelling reminder that healing ourselves helps heal our families....2025-06-0358 minMum Mind UnpackedThe Self Care Myth - Finding What Works & Ditching the Mum GuiltIn this powerful and refreshingly honest episode, we’reunpacking the Self Care Myth—what it really means to look afteryourself when you’re a busy, overwhelmed, and possibly guilt-ridden mum.Is self-care just bubble baths and face masks? Or can itlook like setting boundaries, saying “no,” or asking for help without guilt?We’re talking:The truth about modern self-care and why it’s not one-size-fits-allThe hidden pressure and guilt many mums feel when prioritising themselvesHow to redefine self-care in a way that’s sustainable and freeingReal-life tips for ditching the "mum guilt" and embracing what g...2025-05-2730 minMum Mind Unpacked🎙️ How This Podcast Almost Didn’t Happen… Perfectionism vs “Good Enough”This week, we’re taking you behind the scenes of Mum Mind Unpacked — and telling the truth about how it almost didn’t happen.From recording marathons and blooper reels to trailer edits and Insta post drama, we unpack the perfectionism, people-pleasing, and real moments that almost derailed the pod —and how we worked through it.Whether you're launching something new or just trying to survive the week, this one’s full of honesty, laughs, and lessons in letting go.In this episode:• Why the trai...2025-05-2023 minMum Mind UnpackedWhy Motherhood Broke Us (and How We’re Putting the Pieces Back Together)In this very first episode of Mum Mind Unpacked, we dive straight into the messy, beautiful, and often overwhelming realities of motherhood and mentalhealth.We share our personal stories — the struggles we never saw coming, the moments that broke us, and the hard-earned lessons that brought us back stronger. From postnatal depression, anxiety, and identity loss, to the moments of laughter(and total cringe), we're pulling back the curtain on what it really feels like behind closed doors.If you've ever felt isolated, guilty, overwhelmed, or like you were the only one no...2025-05-1034 minMum Mind UnpackedWelcome to Mum Mind Unpacked — The Trailer! 🎉 💕Hey there, fellow mums 👋 We're Bree (mum to three girls) and Gia (mum to three boys), and this is Mum Mind Unpacked — a podcast that puts the spotlight back on us: the mums.We’re diving deep into the messy, emotional, and totally normal rollercoaster of motherhood — the rage, the guilt, the identity crises — and we’re not holding back.If you've ever felt like you're the only one struggling, you're so not alone. This is the podcast where you’ll feel seen, heard, and maybe even have a laugh (and prob...2025-05-0601 min
Women of Substance Music Podcast#1665 Music by Susy Bodilly, Ella Reid, Cherry Pill, Ed & Carol Nicodemi, Sunlending Sky, Cathy Hutch Michelle Murray, Alicia Mathewson, Jackie Morris, Gia Levé, Kat Sena, Linda Cullum, Catherine M Thompson, Dr. Nancy-Angel Doetzel and Hans feat. Imi JoyTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Susy Bodilly - Simple Things  FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYElla Reid - Home FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYCherry Pill - Simple Love FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYEd & Carol Nicodemi - Happiness (feat Carol Nicodemi)  FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSunlending Sky - Without You FOLLOW ON YOUTUBECathy Hutch - You Set Me Free FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMichelle Murray - Sailing In The Sky  Alicia...2025-02-121h 01Women of Substance Music Podcast#1663 Music By Michele Epps, Pamela Crockett, Ella Reid, Bree Noble, Pepper MaShay, Mandy Woods, Gia Levé, Cherry Pill, Jill Opal, Ed & Carol Nicodemi, Donna Cristy, Sheila K Cameron, Jola Recchioni, Chelsea Nettleton and Carol MartiniTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Michele Epps - Lucky FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYPamela Crockett - Forevermore My Love FOLLOW ON YOUTUBEElla Reid - From Me to You FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYBree Noble - Can You See The Stars? FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYPepper MaShay - I Want You FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMandy Woods - The Possibility Of You FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYGia Levé - Broken Pieces ...2025-02-071h 06
Slightly Scary PodcastEpisode 75: Wedding Traditions and SuperstitionsListeners, do you hear that? Its the sound of wedding bells and they’re ringing us in for our revival of Slightly Scary Podcasts! Weddings are steeped in traditions and beliefs that have been passed down through generations. But why do we follow these customs? Are they simply remnants of bygone eras, or do they hold a deeper significance? Join Sav and Bree as they unravel the origins and meanings behind some of the most enduring wedding superstitions, and discover the captivating stories that continue to shape our nuptial celebrations today.
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Rachel Winnick, Gail Taylor, Erin Krebs, Ed & Carol Nicodemi, Jess Novak Band, Sharis, Jill OpalTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Nadia Vaeh - When U Think About Love FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYKatie Martin - Love is a Way of Life FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSylvia Semel - Baby You Give Me Love FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSorcie Elle - Closer My Love FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMary Zema - What You Do FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYGia Levé - Broken Pieces FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYAaliyah...2024-02-0856 minWomen of Substance Music Podcast#1504 Music by Judy Nazemetz, Lois Mahalia, Joy Zimmerman, Gia Levé, Anna & Bella, Cece Box, Cathy Hutch, Joanie Calem, WaterstyleTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Judy Nazemetz - Behind That Locked Door FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYLois Mahalia - I Can Breathe FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJoy Zimmerman - Say What I Need to Say FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYGia Levé - Shine Your Light FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYAnna & Bella - Divine FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYCece Box - Love Who You Love FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYCathy Hutch - I'm In...2023-09-2542 minWomen of Substance Music Podcast#1503 Music by Jess Corbin, Robyn Slade, Eliza Rush, Annabel Hodges & Diane Kaufman, Cole Hansen, Gia Levé, Occum’s Rose, Martha Reich, Clare Morgan McInally, Doreen Pinkerton, Kerry Barnes, Elizabeth Perran, Catherine M ThompsonTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Jess Corbin - Thanks for Askin' FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYRobyn Slade - Hurt Locker FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYEliza Rush - What Are You Running From FOLLOW ON BANDCAMPAnnabel Hodges & Diane Kaufman - Holding The Heart When It Breaks FOLLOW ON SOUNDCLOUDCole Hansen - Anxiety FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYGia Levé - Back to the Innocence FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYOccum's Rose...2023-09-221h 05Women of Substance Music Podcast#1501 Music by Patrice LeBlanc, Robyn Slade, PJ Brunson, Joy Zimmerman, Airyen, Erika Olson, Kella Stambuk, Gia Levé, Three At Home, True Vibe Records, Judy NazemetzTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Patrice LeBlanc - The Time Is Now FOLLOW ON SOUNDCLOUDRobyn Slade - When She Cries FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYPJ Brunson - Free to Choose FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJoy Zimmerman - Hear Our Voices FOLLOW ON SOUNDCLOUDAiryen - Another Woman FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYErika Olson - Little Shoulders FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYKella Stambuk - Ahora Seré Yo FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY2023-09-1848 minWomen of Substance Music Podcast#1447 Music by Bright-Eyed & Blind, Margo Fitz, Beth Gross, Lillias White (writers Bluestone Sisters), Alice Di Micele, Gia Levé, Musiq 4 Change, Teda, Sumi, SMOONTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Bright-Eyed & Blind - Best Thing FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMargo Fitz - The Moment FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYBeth Gross - His Love FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYLillias White (writers Bluestone Sisters) - A Little Imagination FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYAlice Di Micele - For Granted FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYGia Levé - Waiting in Vain FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMusiq 4 Change - Promises FOLLOW ON SOUNDCL...2023-02-2739 minWomen of Substance Music Podcast#1445 Music by Teda, Jeanmarie Rivera, Karen Kamenetsky, Gia Levé, Wendy Adele Evered, Matti Ardison & Jimmi Immij, Christine Elise, Joanie Calem, Rosann Winn, Doreen PinkertonTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Teda - Shine On Me FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJeanmarie Rivera - Had To Be You  Karen Kamenetsky - So Much FOLLOW ON REVERBNATIONGia Levé - Postcards From The Heart FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYWendy Adele Evered - Til Tuesday FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMatti Ardison & Jimmi Immij - I Know Why FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYChristine Elise - Time FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJoan...2023-02-1344 minWomen of Substance Music Podcast#1392 Music by Julie-Anne Grace, Ed & Carol Nicodemi, Marianne Donahue Perchlik, Andrea Robertson, Larry Cantwell, Gia Levé, Teena Gowdy, Joanie Calem, Dawn O'Keefe Williams, Tekla Waterfield & Jeff Fielder, Sandi Kight (writer Jessica Weinberg), Dr. Nancy-Angel Doetzel, Sandy RappTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Julie-Anne Grace - Dance To Each Other's Beat VISIT AT Julie-annegrace.comEd & Carol Nicodemi - Me and You FOLLOW ON BROADJAMMarianne Donahue Perchlik - Why Can't We FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYAndrea Robertson - One Of These Days FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYLarry Cantwell - Something's Wrong With America FOLLOW ON BROADJAMGia Levé - Shine Your Light FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYTeena...2022-09-211h 03
Relatable RealityWeekly Updates, Sex in the City, Housewives and KardashiansLiz starts the episode with her crazy story involving the cops this week. What a wild experience. Also Bree and Sam went away for a night this past weekend again, but it just wasn’t the same as it was the first time. She also had her first softball practice and it was such am amazing experience followed by such a good family night. Also, Liz shares how Christian will always make fun of the way she talks and Bree completely relates because Sam does the same thing to her. Then Liz also shares her update on bi...2022-02-141h 18Relatable RealitySick baby, Kardashians, Summer House, Housewives and the Jersey PremiereLiz is in a good mood, and Bree talks about how miles got hand, foot and mouth. So Bree talks about how she has been dealing with all that. Then Liz gives an update on the job interview she had talked about. What a slap in the face, but if that’s the worst of the things in the week then it was still a good week. The girls dig straight into reality shows of the week. Starting with their curiosity of what is going on with the new Kardashian on Hulu and Khloe Kardashian’s new post...2022-02-071h 16
Women of Substance Music Podcast#1291 Music by Nikki Kelly, Katherine Nemeth feat. Wannie, Louise Wisechild, Alisha Liston, Qkumba Zoo, Gia Levé, Autumn Sky, Doreen Pinkerton, Love Love Kids, Leeann Lovelace (writer Ed Daniels)Confidence, Self Love & Power Over Haters To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit This show includes the following songs: Nikki Kelly - Slow Way Down Katherine Nemeth feat. Wannie - Fearless  Louise Wisechild - Dancing to Guantanamera Alisha Liston - Whose Definition Qkumba Zoo - Strike Out Against the Tide Gia Levé - Gonna Rescue Myself Autumn Sky - Unbreakable Doreen Pinkerton - Stronger (Version 3) Love Love Kids - Don't Be Mean To Me  Leeann Lovelace (writer Ed Daniels) - Hard To Be Me For Music Biz Resources Visit and Visit our Sponsor Nikki Kelly a...2021-10-1542 min
Women of Substance Music Podcast#1264 Music by Hannah Glavor, Mandy Brooks, The Shockitanos, Katie Tich, Catherine M Thompson, Gia Leve, Ayla Nereo, Randie O'Neil, Karla Harris, PetrellaTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit This show includes the following songs: Hannah Glavor - Afterglow Mandy Brooks - Idlewild The Shockitanos - Glass Butterfly Katie Tich - Underneath Catherine M Thompson - A Shot Of Whiskey Gia Leve - Gypsy Soul Ayla Nereo - The Course Randie O'Neil - Sinners and Saints Karla Harris - Interlude Petrella - Be Bop Hoedown For Music Biz Resources Visit and Visit our Sponsor Catherine M Thompson at Visit our Sponsor Rock Your Next Release at Visit our Sponsor Randie O’Neil at: Visit our Sponsor Band2021-08-1648 min
Women of Substance Music Podcast#1226 Music by Katherine Portanova, Annette Adler, Riley Whittaker, Gia Levé, Louise Steel, Levi Perry, Juli Tapken, Gracious Me, Anne Stott, Maini SorriTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit This show includes the following songs: Katherine Portanova - Perfectly Me Annette Adler - Sister Harmony Riley Whittaker - Miles Gia Levé - Hold Me Again Louise Steel - Sideshow Levi Perry - Missing You Lately Juli Tapken - Something's Just Not Right Gracious Me - What You're Made Of Anne Stott - Do You Have A Song in Your Head Maini Sorri - Shiny Eyes For Music Biz Resources Visit and Visit our Sponsor Katherine Portanova at Visit our Sponsor Ed & Carol Nicodemi at Visit our Sponsor...2021-03-1548 min
Women of Substance Music Podcast#1210 Music by Joy Chapman, Michelle Murray, Joanie Calem, Gia Levé, Andrea Stankevitch, Gracious Me, Hello Noon, Carlene Thissen, Ourida, Abby K, Sagebrush, Kavisha Mazzella, Sarah Shawcross, Deanne Matley, Irina Kuzminsky, Maini SorriTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit This show includes the following songs: Joy Chapman - I Don't Wanna Dream Without You Michelle Murray - River Blue Joanie Calem - Old Love Gia Levé - Breathe With Me Andrea Stankevitch - Romeo  Gracious Me - A Softer Place to Fall Hello Noon - Into Place Carlene Thissen - Forever Here Ourida - Bees Abby K - Whatever Happened (To Where We Belong) Sagebrush - Butterfly feat. Jessi Ramone Kavisha Mazzella - Philosophy Man Sarah Shawcross - My Heart Is With You Deanne Matley - Not My Only O...2021-02-081h 08
Women of Substance Music Podcast#1166 Music by The Raghat Band, Gia, Camille Rae, Shingai, Meghaan LeBlanc, Carlene Thissen, Dahlia Wakefield, Kfhox, Gail Gallagher, Jeanie Sliva, Irene Leland, HOMEWARDTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit This show includes the following songs: The Raghat Band - All The Love Your Heart Can Hold Gia - Never Lonely  Camille Rae - Why Didn't I Know Shingai - Lonely Heart Meghaan LeBlanc - Oh My God  Carlene Thissen - Steady As She Goes Dahlia Wakefield - Magic Wand Kfhox - North Star Gail Gallagher - I Am the Ocean Jeanie Sliva - Wonderful You Irene Leland - For All You Are HOMEWARD - Sunny Days For Music Biz Resources Visit Visit our Sponsor Bandzoogle at: Visit ou...2020-10-2654 min
Women of Substance Music Podcast#1133 Music by CHF, Erin Kirby, Paige Powell, Gia, Laura Luppino, The Raghat Band, Audri, Deborah Berg, Miki Rose, Shelby MerchantTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit This show includes the following songs: CHF - Buried All My Dreams Erin Kirby - Half in Love Paige Powell - Are You Doing Anything Gia - Hold Me Again Laura Luppino - Spirit Animal The Raghat Band - Why Did Daddy Go Audri - Sweet Everleigh Deborah Berg - Sliver of a Moon Miki Rose - Back To Complicated Shelby Merchant - Flammable For Music Biz Resources Visit Visit our Sponsor Bandzoogle at: Visit our Sponsor Abi Flynn at: Visit our Sponsor Abby K at: Visit our...2020-08-1747 min