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The Bets Life46. Becoming Your Own Biggest Fan With Boudoir Photographer Jess FairchildWho knew that you just needed some studio lighting to see yourself in a completely new light? I chat with the incredible Jess Fairchild, a boudoir photographer who has made it her mission to empower women through her photography. Jess has captured women from all different ages, life stages, and body types. I share my recent experience shooting with her for my very first boudoir shoot. Spoiler alert: it was an absolute blast, and I already want to do it again. I walked away feeling so sexy, powerful, and confident, and I...2025-02-1853 min
That's So ChronicUm, hello! An update from Jess!Um, hiiii! Firstly, I want to say a huge sorry for leaving you all in the lurch here on the That’s So Chronic podcast feed! Like I explain in this update episode, I really did not anticipate this big of a break between new episodes, hence why I didn’t let you know ahead of time! In this episode I try to explain where the heck I’ve been and how I’ve been feeling, a little bit more of an insight into the different parts of my identity, the exciting t...2024-07-1008 min
More Action71. Living Your Bonus Round with Jess JohnsonToday’s show is going to be an absolute must-listen because it's such a deep and heartfelt conversation that tackles important topics that aren't talked about enough. I'm truly honored and excited to introduce today's guest, Jess Johnson! Jess is not just a personal stylist but also a motivational speaker with an incredible story of resilience. She's living what she calls her life's “bonus round” which she sees as a gift after conquering alcoholism.Our conversation dives deep into Jess's "bonus round,” and we explore how her journey from battling alcoholism to embracing recovery profoundly transformed her perspecti...2023-09-051h 06
That's So ChronicIf you're new to That's So Chronic... START HERE (Trailer)Welcome to That's So Chronic (or if you're a long time listener, welcome back!) a weekly podcast where Jess Brien (@jessssbrien) interviews people from around the world who are thriving - and sometimes only just surviving - with chronic illnesses, life changing injuries, and potentially disastrous diagnoses... all while having a laugh along the way. You can expect new patient stories every Tuesday, and on the final Tuesday of the month, we chat about anything and everything that's in our That's So Chronic world. Whether that be a That's So episode focusing on a book...2023-06-2603 min
The Morning Meeting with Sarah & JessEpisode 31: Why it's Never too Early to Plan: Estate Planning with Kelly O'Brien, Sampson McPhee LawyersSarah is a planner - but this is one plan she hasn't yet made.. until now.Sarah & Jess are joined around the table by Kelly O'Brien, Associate Lawyer at Sampson McPhee Lawyers. Kelly talks about the importance of estate planning; who it's for, where to start, what to include, and why it's important to think about it now! If you have kids, if you're currently in a common-law partnership, if you own a home, if you've started a business - you need to tune in and learn why having a will is an act of service for those you care...2023-06-261h 25
This Juicy LifeTenderness and Celebrating the Mundane with Jess Janz | #6What's juicy about viewing the world with tenderness? On today's episode we talk about perceiving the world through the lens of a Poet, with gooey hearted Writer/Poet, Jess Janz.
Jess's work examines identity, softness, and the communal ache that binds us all together.
You will especially love this episode if you're someone who is currently wading through the waters of uncertainty (aren't we all!) This episode may inspire you to find juiciness in places you wouldn't normally look.
We discuss:
reclaiming your artist self
honesty, intimacy & vulnerability
how to find inspiration am...2022-11-091h 12That's So ChronicBONUS: Jess Brien & Gluten IntoleranceHi! Today’s episode is a little bit different. If you’re not following That’s So Chronic over on instagram you might have missed that recently I was a guest on Ben Hampton’s podcast A Gluten Free Podcast. You might remember Ben from his interview episode here on That’s So Chronic where he shared his story of being diagnosed with coeliac disease. I really enjoyed getting to chat to Ben all about my gluten intolerance diagnosis. It’s something that I haven’t really talked about before on mic, so I thought what a great op...2022-10-0346 min
That's So ChronicThat's So: The Certainty Myth by Dr Toni Lindsay (an interview with Toni!)How is it the end of September already?! I’m excited to share this months That’s So episode, because today we’re chatting about The Certainty Myth by Dr Toni Lindsay. ** a content warning: while we share a lot of laughs, we do touch on the subject of death, so please take care while listening ** Dr Toni Lindsay is a clinical and health psychologist who has been working with both adults and adolescents for over 10 years. Currently she is working at Chris O'Brien Lifehouse in the oncology service and is a speci...2022-09-2633 min
A Gluten Free PodcastMy Conversation with Jess Brien on That’s So Chronic: Coeliac Diagnosis & Gluten Free JourneyA Gluten Free Podcast Bonus Episode In this special bonus episode, I join Jess Brien on her podcast That’s So Chronic for an honest chat about my coeliac disease diagnosis, transitioning to a gluten free lifestyle, and the powerful support I’ve found within the gluten free community.We discuss how being gluten free in Australia shapes daily life, the lessons I’ve learned, and how creating A Gluten Free Podcast has helped me connect with others on a similar journey.🎧 What We Cover2022-09-2135 minA Gluten Free PodcastJess Brien of That’s So Chronic: Gluten Intolerance, Multiple Sclerosis & Community ConnectionA Gluten Free Podcast Episode 43 In today’s episode of A Gluten Free Podcast, I’m joined by Jess Brien, host of the popular podcast That’s So Chronic. Jess shares her personal journey with gluten intolerance and how it helped prepare her for a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). We discuss how she navigates life gluten free, the challenges and insights from her MS diagnosis, and the meaningful connections she’s built through her podcast.🎧 What We DiscussJess’s diagnosis of 2022-09-1846 min